After competition become high in budget variants, Samsung aggressively released a lot of options that fall between $150-300 price range category. Especially the “M” series are considered budget mid-range mobiles. In this range, Samsung recently released Samsung Galaxy M01s, which carries MediaTek Processor other than Exynos or Snapdragon Processor. Also, Samsung Galaxy M01s comes with a Pie version, not Android 10. So, based on the specs, we can clearly understand to fit in the $150 price range. Samsung has to cut some hardware specs and differentiate other variants by lowering software. It already comes with the Pie version. So, You don’t have to update your mobile manually. But when you accidentally bricked your mobile while try to root or freeze in the logo while making an OTA update, you can try the below method to repair your mobile.
You can also use this method to Unbrick your mobile. There are plenty of features added. Adaptive Brightness, Adaptive Battery, and Improved Gestures are some noticeable general features in the Pie version. Samsung Exclusively added some extra features. If you are already using Custom ROM, use this new OS for some weeks. It will surely give you a unique experience.
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Samsung Galaxy M01s One UI Pie 9.0 Firmware Flash
Official OTA Method
Suppose you want to update a security patch to the current month. Don’t go for the manual method. Try this Automatic method.
The process is straightforward and simple;
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Go to your device setting menu and scroll down to the bottom
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Tap on “Software Update”
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You may have to refresh the page to start the OTA upgrade process.
Manual Method (SM-M017F)
Note
- Check Your Device Mobile No. If you flash Different model number, you will lose some features based on your region.
- Battery Percentage Above 50.
- Backup Your Device.
Using ODIN Method
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Enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock; you’ll find these options at Settings >>> Developer options. If you didn’t see the developer options on your settings menu, then go to about >>> build number; click on the “Build Number” row for about ten times regularly to activate “Developer Option” on your device.
- Download Samsung USB driver and install it on your PC.
- We are using third party software flashing. Download ODIN and install this also on your PC. In version, select Pie supporting version ODIN.
- Download Firmware From below links, For Samsung Galaxy M01s Official Firmware.
- Select recent firmware. When selecting firmware refer- How to choose the correct firmware
- If the above mirror is not working, try the secondary mirror.
- Switch off your Mobile. Enter into Download mode->Volume Down+ Volume Up Button and Connect Your Mobile To PC via USB Cable, After Samsung Logo Appear, Release all keys.
- After entering into Download Mode, it will say Warning, Press Volume Up button to continue.
- Launch Odin Application.
- It Will Show the message added.
- If you did not get this message, Repeat the above steps.
- After Getting Added Message Select, AP/PDA Button, then Browse for the Firmware file selects it. Tick the Auto-Reboot.
- Press Start wait for the tasks to complete. It will automatically reboot after the process ends.
- You can Check the Firmware Details->Settings->About->Version.
Samsung Galaxy M01s Pie Firmware One UI Features
One UI
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Content, settings, and every option are modified to use mobile in handy.
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Options moved to the Bottom position so that you can use comfortably in one hand.
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Night Mode available to reduce eye stress.
Notifications
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You can quickly reply to messages within the notification bar.
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Image thumbnails are available.
Samsung Keyboard
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New Unicode 11.0 emojis are available.
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The floating keyboard is available in all apps; it will be handy when using your mobile in landscape mode.
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You can now set a custom touch and hold delay.
Always On Display
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New clock styles have been added, Charging Information is also available.
Settings
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Menus have been reorganized to find every essential and frequent usage easily.
Bixby
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Now you can remap Bixby with the latest OTA.
Phone
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Call History increased to 2000 entries (increased from 500 entries).
Contacts
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Now you can manage contacts from various accounts with a new drawer menu.
Camera
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Enhanced features are available now with AI Features.
Gallery
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Photo Editor App Available.
My Files
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New Storage Analysis Tool is available to Monitor Storage and RAM Usage.
Samsung Health
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Samsung Health Steps counter available in the Notification Bar.
Other improvements and changes
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Access Kids Home Available in the quick panel.
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Call stickers have been removed.
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HEIF images are now supported in Gallery and other apps.
Wrap Up
Selecting correct firmware is the Major step in this process. Based on your country or region, choose the firmware. It is a Manual ODIN process; You can flash the latest version. But if you use the sideload method, you should flash the next version of your mobile firmware, or else the process may brick your device. There are plenty of features added. Improved gestures are one of the best features in this version. If you can’t find your region, you can flash the near region firmware. But, It should be within the same model number. After the flash, you can contact your Mobile Operator and configure your Network settings. There is a reason for Custom skin OS manufacturers are not doing regular patch updates. As per company stats, Only a small percentage of people are worried about the software updates.
Samsung Exclusively added some extra features in One UI 2.0. If you are already using Custom ROM, use this new OS for some weeks. It will surely give you a unique experience.
Selva Kumar is an Android Devices Enthusiast, Who Can Talk and Write About Anything If You Give a Hint About the respective devices. He is a Computer Science Graduate and Certified Android Developer, Making His Career towards this Technology. He is always eager to try new Android devices — not only Software level but Hardware-level Also. Beyond this, He is a Good Swimmer, Guitarist.
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