List of eligible Samsung Galaxy devices for monthly and quarterly security updates [January 2021]
Samsung has released the details of the January 2021 security patch, which brings new security patches for Samsung devices. Additionally, the company has also updated the list of eligible Samsung devices for monthly and quarterly security updates.
In the latest list, the most recently released Samsung Galaxy devices have now been added to its update schedule. While some of the devices have been demoted from their monthly security update cycles.
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ADDED AND REMOVED SAMSUNG DEVICES:
Samsung has not added any new devices to the January security update list. However, the company has moved the Galaxy J4 Core from quarterly updates to other regular updates section. On the other hand, Samsung didn’t remove any devices from its security bulletin list.
Monthly Security Updates: January 2021 Security Patch
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Fold 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold2
- Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy S9
- Galaxy S9+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy Note 9
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy Note 10 5G
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10+ 5G
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy Note 20 5G
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
Enterprise Models:
- Galaxy A8 (2018)
- Galaxy A50
- Galaxy XCover 4s
- Galaxy XCover Field Pro
- Galaxy XCover Pro
Quarterly Security Updates: New Security Patches
- Galaxy S8
- Galaxy S8+
- Galaxy S8 Active
- Galaxy Note 8
- Galaxy A5 (2017)
- Galaxy A8s
- Galaxy A2 Core
- Galaxy A10
- Galaxy A10e
- Galaxy A10s
- Galaxy A20
- Galaxy A20e
- Galaxy A20s
- Galaxy A30
- Galaxy A30s
- Galaxy A40
- Galaxy A50s
- Galaxy A60
- Galaxy A70
- Galaxy A70s
- Galaxy A80
- Galaxy A90 5G
- Galaxy A01
- Galaxy A01 Core
- Galaxy A11
- Galaxy A21
- Galaxy A21s
- Galaxy A31
- Galaxy A41
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy A51 5G
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A71 5G
- Galaxy A02s
- Galaxy A12
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Galaxy M10
- Galaxy M10s
- Galaxy M20
- Galaxy M30
- Galaxy M30s
- Galaxy M40
- Galaxy M01
- Galaxy M11
- Galaxy M21
- Galaxy M31
- Galaxy M31s
- Galaxy M51
- Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8 (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8 Plus (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020)
- Galaxy Tab A7
- Galaxy Tab Active 2
- Galaxy Tab Active Pro
- Galaxy Tab Active 3
- Galaxy Tab S5e
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S6 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy View 2
- W20 5G
- W21 5G
Other Regular Security Updates: Occasional Updates
- Galaxy S8 Lite
- Galaxy Note FE
- Galaxy A3 (2017)
- Galaxy A7 (2017)
- Galaxy A6
- Galaxy A6+
- Galaxy A7 (2018)
- Galaxy A8+ (2018)
- Galaxy A8 Star
- Galaxy A9 (2018)
- Galaxy J2 Core
- Galaxy J3 (2017)
- Galaxy J3 Pop
- Galaxy J3 Top
- Galaxy J4
- Galaxy J4+
- Galaxy J4 Core
- Galaxy J5 (2017)
- Galaxy J6
- Galaxy J6+
- Galaxy J7 (2017)
- Galaxy J7 Duo
- Galaxy J7 Prime 2
- Galaxy J7 Pop
- Galaxy J7 Top
- Galaxy J7 Max
- Galaxy J7 Neo
- Galaxy J7+
- Galaxy J8
- Galaxy Tab A (2017)
- Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018)
- Galaxy Tab S3
- Galaxy Tab S4
- Galaxy Tab E 8 Refresh
Samsung has released a new update with the November 2024 security patch for Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones. The update is available for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones F731NKSU4DXK8 and F946NKSU4DXK8 respectively. It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
The fresh security patch fixes 52 vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung software. Google has patched 38 high-level issues, and one CVE doesn’t apply to Galaxy devices. Samsung has also addressed 13 issues, including bugs related to multiple users, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and Settings.
This update improves security and device performance by bringing bug fixes and enhancements. Overall, users will get smoother performance after installing the update.
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. You can also check the update by visiting the Settings app on your smartphone and opening the Software Update section.
Now, click on the Download and Install option. If any update is available, you can follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your Galaxy smartphone.
These foldable smartphones are currently running Android 14 based One UI 6.1.1. It will get the major One UI 7 based on the Android 15 update next year, after the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch.
November 2024 Update Plan: Samsung offers security patches for over 140 Galaxy devices
Samsung recently announced the One UI 6 Watch rollout for older Galaxy watches. Now, the company has started rolling out the November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is currently live for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries. This update arrives with build version L310XXU1AXK6 and an installation package size of 245.62MB.
The fresh update improves the stability of the Galaxy Watch 7 to provide a more reliable performance. It brings some improvements to make the device more secure and stable. Also, it installs the latest Android security patch release in November 2024 for better security.
By fixing existing issues and enhancing performance, Samsung aims to deliver a smoother and more dependable user experience. Although the update does not introduce new features or changes, it provides a better and smoother performance.
Samsung recommends Galaxy Watch 7 users install this update to take advantage of the enhanced system stability. By keeping the device updated, users can get benefits from the new feature and enhanced security.
To install the update, users need to connect their Galaxy Watch 7 to a smartphone via the Galaxy Wearable app. From there, navigate to Watch Settings, select Watch Software Update, and choose the Download and Install option.
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Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 users are receiving a November 2024 security update on the Verizon network carrier in the US. The update is rolling out for locked models, and other carriers could get this update in the coming days or weeks.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 smartphones can verify the November 2024 security update via One UI builds given below:
- Galaxy A53 – A536VSQSEEXJA
- Galaxy A23 – A236VSQS7DXJ5
November 2024 Security Patch Details
November 2024 security update addresses 52 vulnerabilities across Android and Samsung’s software. Google has resolved 38 high-priority issues, while one CVE is not relevant to Galaxy devices.
Samsung’s patches include fixes for 13 vulnerabilities, primarily impacting user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and certain system features like Settings and Maintenance Mode. This update enhances both the security and performance of Galaxy devices.
How to Update:
Samsung users can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.
One UI 7
One UI 7 Beta update was announced to be released at the end of the year, with plans to stable release in early 2025 along with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Reports claim that the Beta Program is about to start in the coming days for the Galaxy S24 series.