

The new widgets in Samsung's One UI 4 will all have rounded corners, whether they're third-party or Samsung widgets. It's another sign that the gap in features between iOS and Android is starting to get smaller as smartphones have matured over the last decade.įor instance, One UI 4's widgets feature corners that are more rounded across the board, whether they're made by Samsung or third parties.īased on what we've seen in Samsung's presentation, that looks a lot like the iPhone's home screen widgets.
But several other features coming in the update feel very iPhone-inspired, especially the more consistent widgets and new privacy options. You'll be able to match your phone's system theme to your wallpaper, and certain actions like setting an alarm or using the device's fingerprint sensor will trigger haptics and sounds. The update will launch at the end of 2021 beginning with the Galaxy S21 series before rolling out to other Galaxy devices.ĭesign is a major focus in One UI 4. The new smartphone software has been available in beta since September, but the tech giant provided a detailed look at its new features during the conference's opening keynote. Samsung detailed its forthcoming One UI 4 software update during its annual developer conference on Tuesday, where it also outlined its strategy for the smart home, Tizen TVs and Bixby voice assistant. It might also feel familiar if you're switching from an iPhone. Samsung's Galaxy smartphones are getting a facelift that should make their software feel more seamless and more customizable. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (left) and Galaxy S21 (right)
