Samsung’s New OS Update, One UI 5.1, based on Android 13, has greatly improved the new Galaxy S23 phones. However, this update has caused significant issues for some older Galaxy models, such as the S22 and S21, which are now experiencing battery drain problems.
There have been many reports on various forums, including Samsung’s official forum and Reddit, from users who have noticed a considerable decrease in battery life after upgrading to One UI 5.1. Several people have also mentioned that their phones are heating up more than usual. One user reported the issue to Sam Mobile, which appears to be affecting both Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 devices.
The timing of the battery drain problem suggests that the One UI 5.1 update is responsible for the issue. One Reddit user indicated that Samsung Keyboard’s battery usage has surged since the update, leading to speculation that it may be the root cause of the problem.
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Samsung’s live chat support suggested that users try clearing the cache and data for Samsung Keyboard and restarting their devices. However, keep in mind that this will erase any customized languages or layouts that have been set up.
You can use a different keyboard if you face battery drain issues after the update. Although Samsung has not yet acknowledged this bug, it’s unlikely that the company is unaware of it, and they’re probably working to resolve it.
In addition, a separate camera stabilization bug affects Galaxy S23 Ultra devices running on One UI 5.1. There’s no word on when either of these bugs will be resolved, but Samsung will hopefully release a patch soon.
It’s worth noting that Samsung has a history of releasing software updates with bugs that affect battery life, and this isn’t the first time users have reported such problems. In the past, Samsung has quickly addressed such issues, and users are hopeful that a fix for the current problem will be released soon.
In the meantime, users who still need to update their devices may want to hold off until the issue has been resolved. Those who have already updated and are experiencing battery drain issues can try some of the suggested workarounds, such as using a different keyboard or clearing the cache and data for the Samsung Keyboard.
It’s important to note that while software updates are necessary to keep devices running smoothly and securely, they can sometimes introduce new issues. Users should always exercise caution before updating their devices and keep a backup of their data in case of unexpected problems.
Overall, Samsung’s latest software update has brought many improvements to the Galaxy S23 phones, but, unfortunately, it’s causing issues for some older models. Samsung will act quickly to resolve these problems and ensure a smooth and reliable experience for all users.
