Hours after the Galaxy S24 series went on sale in Kenya, Samsung has officially announced the first software update for the new phones with the aim of addressing some early user concerns. However, before you get too excited, keep in mind that this update will follow a phased rollout, so it might take some time to reach Kenyan devices.
Remember, the S24 series just launched in Kenya today, February 14. While there were suggestions that Samsung would push a bugfix for reported photo quality inconsistencies in preview units, the phones hit shelves in many markets with the same software they had pre-launch. But now, the official update is finally on the way!
One major focus of the new Galaxy S24 update is addressing complaints about the “vivid” display mode, which early adopters felt didn’t actually deliver vibrant visuals. Samsung acknowledged this feedback and confirmed the intentional choice of having a natural-looking display on the Galaxy S24 series. However, they’re now offering users a way to adjust the vibrancy based on their preference, which is the kind of stuff that makes me keep falling in love with Android.
After installing this update, you’ll get a new “Vividness” slider within the phone’s display settings, giving you control over the level of vibrancy. Additionally, camera improvements are coming, though specifics remain vague. Samsung mentions “upgrades to zoom functions, Portrait Mode, Nightography, rear camera video shooting capabilities and more,” without details on the nature of these upgrades. But hey, who doesn’t want an upgrade to what is already one of the best camera systems, however tiny it is?
Remember, this update follows a phased rollout, so while it’s officially announced, it might take some time to reach your Galaxy S24 unit in Kenya. In fact, 9to5Google says Samsung will begin rolling out the update on February 22. So keep checking your phone’s settings for the update notification and enjoy the anticipation.
Update: The article has been updated with a statement from 9to5Google confirming the software’s release date.
