Samsung Galaxy S21 FE receives first Android update in India
What's the story
Samsung has started releasing a new software update for the recently-launched Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in India. According to the changelog, the firmware brings the latest January 2022 Android security patch, introduces enhanced features and performance improvements, fixes bugs, and improves overall stability. It also updates Samsung apps like Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Pay, and SmartThings, among others, to their latest versions.
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Why does this story matter?
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE was launched in India on January 10 and within a week, the handset started receiving its first Android software update in the country. The update improves the device's overall system stability as well as security by introducing the latest January security patch. It is Samsung India's first flagship smartphone of 2022 and rivals the OnePlus 9RT and iPhone 13 models.
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Everything to know about the update
According to Gadgets 360, the latest software update for the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE carries version number G990EXXU1BUL5/G990EODM1BUL5/G990EXXU1BUL5 and has a download size of around 442MB. It is being released in a staged manner via the OTA method and hence not everyone will receive it just yet. To manually check for the firmware, you can go to Settings >Software update >Download and Install.
Design and display
The phone offers IP68-rated dust and water resistance
As far as its specifications are concerned, the Galaxy S21 FE has a punch-hole cut-out, slim bezels, an IP68-rated build, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. The handset bears a 6.4-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2340 pixels) Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. Dimensions-wise, it measures 7.9mm in thickness and weighs 177g.
Cameras
It offers up to 30x digital zoom support
The Galaxy S21 FE is equipped with a triple rear camera setup comprising a 12MP (f/1.8) primary sensor, a 12MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens, and an 8MP (f/2.4) telephoto snapper with 3x optical zoom and up to 30x digital zoom support. On the front, it offers a 32MP (f/2.2) selfie camera. The front and rear cameras can film up to 4K videos at 60fps.
Under the hood
It is backed by an Exynos 2100 chipset
In India, the Galaxy S21 FE is fueled by an Exynos 2100 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. It boots Android 12-based One UI 4.0 and houses a 4,500mAh battery with support for 25W wired and 15W wireless fast-charging technology. For connectivity, the device offers support for Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 6, 5G, GPS, NFC, and a Type-C port.