Samsung One UI 4.0 Beta Program for Galaxy S10 and Note 10 Series AndroidSage

Samsung released the One UI 4.0 beta rollout schedule some time ago along with the list of Galaxy smartphones receiving it. The good news is that Galaxy S10 and Note 10 are among these devices. While the Samsung One UI 4.0 rollout for the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 is scheduled for early 2022 (next year), the OEM started the Android 12 beta program today for the S10 and Note 10 series in the United States.

OneUI 4 beta registration is live in US for Galaxy S10 and Note 10
OneUI 4 beta registration is live in US for Galaxy S10 and Note 10

The One UI 4.0 beta program initially kicks off today, for the Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 devices in the United States for the Exynos variants. Soon, the Android 12 beta program will begin for Samsung Galaxy S10E, S10, S10+, Note 10, and Note 10+ in Europe and Asia for Exynos variants.

Complete One UI 4 Beta Features and Changelog

While we do have the Galaxy Note 10 Android 12 update page,

Android 12 beta available for download now

Following is the complete One UI 4 Beta features and changelog from the Galaxy S21 series:

Samsung, in an official press release, unveiled all the details about the One UI 4.0 beta program. The Android 12 update for Samsung smartphones should start hitting globally via the official Samsung Members app, in-built on every device, starting right now.

According to Samsung, OneUI 4 introduces new and improved customization and privacy capabilities that give users control over many aspects of their mobile experience. While Samsung may not have implemented Material You design from Googleโ€™s Android 12 OS update, OneUI 4 does bring theme support.

one-ui-4-beta-widget-customization
one ui 4 beta widget customization

A plethora of theme choices allows you to customize your deviceโ€™s appearance and functionality, including the ability to customize your home screen, icons, alerts, wallpapers, and much more. Furthermore, newly rebuilt and updated widgets allow for extensive customization โ€” from visibility to look. Youโ€™ll also have easy access to a larger and more diversified selection of emojis in one location, allowing you to easily explore your selections and enjoy richer communication experiences.

One UI 4 also has improved privacy and security features, making it easier for consumers to understand how their data is being used, modify their settings, and provide a more personalized mobile experience. Indicators notify users when the appโ€™s camera or microphone is being used, allowing them to quickly revoke permissions if they donโ€™t wish to provide access.

one ui 4 beta privacy dashboard
one ui 4 beta privacy dashboard

One UI 4 additionally extends Android 12โ€™s permission choices, enabling users to see their permissions history for the last seven days rather than simply the previous 24 hours. You can also see how much data your permissions and applications are using right now.

OneUI 4.0 beta also feature most of the Android 12 goodies and features like Privacy Dashboard, new camera and mic indicators in the status bar and quick settings, and much more. It also features a new charging effect.

Of course, One UI also brings updated stock Samsung apps like AOD, keyboard, camera, gallery, photos and video editor, AR emoji, clock, calendar, and much more.

One UI 4 Beta Program Registration for Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series

In order to register for the One UI 4.0 beta program, the Samsung members app is a must. You will get a notice about the One UI beta program inside the Samsung Members app. Of course, this goes without saying, Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series devices are a must.

  • Download the latest Samsung members app update from Play Store. Or direct download link here.(sammobile)
  • Launch the app.
  • Head over to the notice section and you should see a new One UI Beta Program link.
  • Once you enroll into the beta program, head over to settings > system updates > download OTA updates.
how to apply for samsung's one ui 4.0 beta program
Samsung One UI 4 Beta Program Registration Process

Alternatively, you can directly go to the download links below and skip the Samsung Members part!

Download One UI 4.0 Beta OTA Update Zips

While the easiest way to get One UI 4.0 beta program is via Samsung Members app, there are more ways to get the OneUI 4 OTA update unofficially.

Like every year, we will be listing the OneUI OTA download links here alongside the direct enrollment links for your Galaxy devices here. Once you click the enrollment link, it should immediately get you into the beta program.

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OTA update zip file

The OTA update zip files will be updated soon.

Galaxy S10 Lite (SM-G770F)
Galaxy S10 Lite (SM-G770U1)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G9700)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G9708)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G970F)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G970N)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G970U)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G970U1)
Galaxy S10e (SM-G970W)

Galaxy S10 (SM-G9730)
Galaxy S10 (SM-G9738)
Galaxy S10 (SM-G973F)
Galaxy S10 (SM-G973N) | Download Beta 1
Galaxy S10 (SM-G973U)
Galaxy S10 (SM-G973U1)
Galaxy S10 (SM-G973W)

Galaxy S10 5G (SM-G977B)
Galaxy S10 5G (SM-G977N) | Download Beta 1
Galaxy S10 5G (SM-G977P)
Galaxy S10 5G (SM-G977T)
Galaxy S10 5G (SM-G977U)

Galaxy S10+ (SM-G9750)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G9758)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G975F)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G975N)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G975U)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G975U1)
Galaxy S10+ (SM-G975W)

Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N9700)
Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970F)
Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970N)
Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U)
Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970U1)
Galaxy Note 10 (SM-N970W)

Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N9750)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N9758)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975C)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975D)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975F)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975J)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975N)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975U)
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975U1) | Download Beta 1
Galaxy Note 10+ (SM-N975VU)

How to install One UI 4 OTA update zip onto Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 devices?

Note: Rename [file].bin to [file].zip and paste it into the adb folder. Then install using this tutorial via ADB. Installation: How to install OTA updates on any Android device?

SD-card method:

  1. Download the bin file and rename it to update.zip (by going to file options on your pc you can select to view the file extensions. This makes the renaming process much easier and safer, and avoids renaming the file to update.zip)
  2. Copy it to the root directory of your SDcard.
  3. Shut down your phone.
  4. Connect any USB device to your device, AKG earphones could work, then press Power+volume up buttons to get into recovery mode.
  5. Using your volume keys navigate to โ€œupdate via sdcardโ€ and press power button to select it.
  6. Again using volume keys navigate to the file โ€œupdate.zipโ€ and press power button to select it.
  7. Update will start. Leave it till it completes installing. It will take some time.
  8. Phone will reboot by itself and load android.

Thanks to HowToFk for the steps.

How to force download One UI 4.0 beta for Galaxy S10 or Note 10?

  1. Removed Sim
  2. Open dialer
  3. *#272 *imei#
  4. Select vzw
  5. Install โ€œsales&network code changeโ€
  6. Phone restarts and a latest Android 11 update was downloaded and installed.
  7. After restart android 12 was automatically downloaded.
  8. Put Sim back
  9. Profit

Thanks to user u/vamshi88 for the tutorial.


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4 responses


  1. Yun Avatar
    Yun

    The OTA file for N975U1 is available on XDA forums

  2. Mandak Avatar
    Mandak

    Korea have Android 12 Beta for S10 serie 14 days. Android 12 Beta for Europe not have. Will be Beta for Europe?

  3. Mandak Avatar
    Mandak

    Beta 3 for Korea is here.

  4. Mandak Avatar
    Mandak

    Stable Android 12 for S10, Germany is here.

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