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Gemini AI could combine with Samsung stock apps
last week a report that Gemini, Google’s latest-generation AI assistant, may be integrated into the power button on your Samsung devices. Now, a report that Google plans to combine Gemini into Samsung stock apps.
On the flip side, Samsung stock apps with One UI 7 had a makeover with new icons and a slightly newer design, featuring slightly darker colors with a gradient background.
Gemini could combine with Samsung stock apps
Google’s Gemini could combine with Samsung stock apps. Samsung stock apps mean they come pre-installed on Galaxy devices. In an APK Teardown, Android Authority discovered that some Samsung stock apps including Samsung Calendar, Samsung Clock, Samsung Notes, and Samsung Reminder integrate Gemini to use Android 16’s App Functions.
Gemini Integrate clues were found by digging into the code of the Samsung Reminders app. The app’s code includes references to the com.android.extensions.appfunctions library and the app_functions.xml file.
Upon further digging into the XML file, the source revealed that Google’s Gemini will be able to perform several functions through Samsung’s stock apps.
- Samsung Clock:
- Create/delete/find/update/show alarms
- Start/stop/rest stopwatch
- Create/delete/find/update/show timers
- Samsung Notes:
- Create/delete/find/update note folder
- Create/delete/find/update/show notes
- Samsung Reminder:
- Create/delete/find/update/show task categories
- Create/delete/find/update/show tasks
- Samsung Calendar:
- Create/delete/find/update/show events
You can perform several tasks in the Samsung stock apps with Gemini:
- Samsung Calendar: Locate an event and delete it
- Samsung Clock: You can create an Alarm
- Samsung Notes: Update a note
- All is possible with a single, long command.
Notable, Samsung users might see these features next year with Android 16-based One UI 8, as their integration seems to be Android 16 app Function features.
Google is working on the Android 16 update with the release of the first Android 16 Developer Preview on November 20 for Pixel devices. Plus, the stable version will be released on Galaxy phones and tablets with the One UI 8 Update.
Google is scheduled to release the Android 16 final version in Q2 of 2025, so Galaxy devices may receive the One UI 8 update in the second half of next year. On the other hand, Samsung plans to release the stable One UI 7 update in Q1 of 2025 with the upcoming S flagship smartphone series, which will be the Galaxy S25.
Samsung Galaxy A55 has started receiving the new One UI 7 update with June 2025 security patch. The firmware has been released for limited smartphone users in Southeast Asian countries. However, the company may start a wider software release soon.
The One UI 7 June 2025 security patch fixes a dozen vulnerabilities. It targets bugs hidden in the device system and ensures that private data remains secure. The firmware also fixes flaws that could allow malware to enter the phone.
On the flip side, it boosts the smartphone’s potential to fight against issues. Users may further discover performance enhancements and a few new add-ons to the device after installing the latest June 2025 update to the Samsung Galaxy A55.
According to the information, Galaxy A55 is getting the June 2025 update with One UI 7 A556EXXU8BYF3 version. It has a software package of 500 MB.
The upcoming version is rolling out in Malaysia, Philippines, and Vietnam markets and will soon be available in other regions as well. In the meantime, you can check the update section of your device to perform a manual installation. Before proceeding, make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection as well as enough storage and battery level on your device.
The newest update is coming in batches. But in case you don’t receive it, you can visit the Settings app. Now, click on Software Updates and let the handset fetch the new version available on the server. If the update is available, click on the Download and install.
Samsung is rolling out a June 2025 security update for the Galaxy S23 series smartphone in the home market, and it comes with EMUI software version S91xNKSS6DYE5 with a download package size of 450 megabytes. This update is much needed for this mega flagship and it will improve the security aspect of the phone.
This marvelous phone is eligible to run One UI 8 software, and it will get it by the end of this year. The new One UI version will bring better features for the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, and there’s more that is yet to be known.
The Galaxy S23 series is one of the flagship series of the Samsung S series. It offers many new technologies and provides a better user experience with powerful camera features and quality.
Samsung has already released the June 2025 patch for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series, and it is also available for select mid-range smartphones, with availability depending on the region.
According to the changelog, this new firmware includes with June 2025 One UI security patch for a better and safer user experience. Many fixes come along with this update that you should install right away.
For your information, let us tell you that Samsung Galaxy S23 series users will gradually get the June 2025 update. Therefore, we suggest all users to check the update manually through Settings. From this section, open Software Update and then Download and Install.
Samsung has reportedly started testing a new version of its One UI software for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, which could be One UI 8.5. The first news has recently surfaced online, showing that Samsung is working on the software for its next flagship Galaxy S series phones.
A reliable tipster has claimed that Samsung has started working on One UI 8.5 for next year’s Galaxy S series phones. This means the upcoming Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch with One UI 8.5 software.
However, Samsung has not officially confirmed the release of One UI 8.5 yet, so we should take this information with a pinch of salt. Still, it’s clear that the Galaxy S26 series will feature a new version of One UI.
We’ll have to wait for more updates from Samsung to know when these devices will launch and what exact version of One UI they’ll run. Stay tuned for more details.
One UI 8 software update
Samsung fans are excited about the next big software update for Galaxy devices. The One UI 8 Beta has officially launched, with Samsung confirming the program and releasing the first beta update. Additionally, with the beta 2 rollout, Samsung’s One UI 8 beta is now available in Germany, India, Poland, South Korea, the UK, and the US.
Additionally, the stable version of One UI 8 is expected to launch this summer, starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, with a rollout to other devices soon after.
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