Samsung releases Android 11 update for Galaxy S10 and S10e
What's the story
Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update for its Galaxy S10 and S10e handsets in India. The firmware brings all the features of Android 11 and One UI 3.0, including a refreshed UI design, updated stock apps, improved security and performance, conversation sections, and chat bubbles. It also bumps the Android security patch to January 2021.
Information
Details about the update
The update carries version number G970FXXU9ETLJ/G970FOXM9ETLJ/G970FXXU9ETLJ and has a download size of around 1.8GB. It is being released in a phased manner via over-the-air method. However, you can manually look for the firmware by going to Settings >System Updates.
Design and display
Meanwhile, here's recalling the Galaxy S10 and S10e
As far as their specifications are concerned, the Galaxy S10 and S10e feature a punch-hole cut-out and an IP68 rating. The former has an in-display fingerprint reader while the latter gets a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The S10 bears a 6.1-inch QHD+ (1440x3040 pixels) curved AMOLED screen whereas the S10e has a 5.8-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2280 pixels) AMOLED display.
Cameras
For the shutterbugs and selfie lovers
The Samsung Galaxy S10 sports a triple rear camera setup comprising a 12MP (f/1.5-2.4) primary sensor, a 16MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP (f/2.4) telephoto camera. The Galaxy S10e packs a similar rear camera arrangement but misses out on the telephoto lens. For selfies and video calls, both the models offer a 10MP (f/1.9) selfie snapper.
Internals
Under the hood
The Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10e draw power from an Exynos 9820/Snapdragon 855 chipset, coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. Under the hood, the former packs a 3,400mAh battery while the latter has a 3,100mAh battery. The handsets also offer support for 15W wired and wireless charging as well as 4.5W reverse wireless charging.