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Samsung has finally released the Android 14 update for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite tablet. The two-year old tablet’s latest update brings the One UI 6 user interface, apart from the usual Android 14 features. The new firmware for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is reportedly being rolled out in South Korea at the moment.
The update weighs around 1.5GB and is rolling out in South Korea right now
According to SamMobile, the Android 14 update for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite carries the firmware version “T225NKOU6DWL9”. The size of the update is over 1.5GB. The update is expected to be rolled out in more countries within the next few weeks. The update is being rolled out over the air in a gradual manner, so not everyone will get it right away.
Those living in South Korea can check if the update is available by going to Settings > Software update > Download and Install. The update is currently reportedly only available for the LTE version (SM-T225) of the device. It should be released for the Wi-Fi model (SM-T220) in the near future.
The Android 14 update for the tablet brings the latest One UI 6 user interface
One of the biggest highlights of the new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite update is the One UI 6 user interface. The new UI brings a brand new design, apart from a handful of new features to offer a more intuitive experience. There are new widgets like the Custom Camera and Weather Insights. The Quick Panel area now provides a refreshed design. The update brings a new default font, styling options for the lock screen, and more.
After the update, the users can expect new features and design changes for all the built-in applications. The One UI 6 UI also has new categories for the Reminders app and a new layout for the home screen. Also, the Gallery app as well as the Photo Editor apps are also getting new options. Other highlights included a dedicated entry for the Battery section in the Settings app and updated Internet and Keyboard apps.
It is quite impressive to see Samsung updating such an old entry-level tablet to the latest version of Android. Furthermore, it is expected to be the last major Android update for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. Currently, the tablet is retailing at the starting price of $139.99 on the company’s website.