Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Updates Tracker [July 2021 Patch]
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 was launched at the “Unpacked” event which was held on August 9, 2018. This S Pen powered smartphone was awarded the “Best Phone of the Year” award by Consumer Reports.
The Galaxy Note 9 was unveiled at the event with pre-installed Samsung Experience 9.5 based on Android 8 Oreo. Currently, the Galaxy Note 9 is running on Android 10 based One UI 2.5.
On the basis of the updates policy of Samsung, the Galaxy Note 9 has already received two major Android OS upgrades. So it clears that the Galaxy Note 9 owners will not get a chance to experience the latest One UI 3.0 which is based on Android 11.
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Aside from the major updates, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is currently listed to receive monthly security updates.
In this dedicated article, we will inform you about all the coming updates for Samsung Galaxy Note 9 smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Updates Tracker:
- July 2021 Security Update [July 13/Germany]
Samsung pushed the July 2021 security patch to the Galaxy Note 9 smartphone users n Germany. This update comes with build version N960FXXS8FUF5. Read more
- July 2021 Security Update [July 08/Mexico]
Samsung started sending July 2021 security patch to the Galaxy Note 9 users in Mexico via new firmware update, which sports build number N9600ZHS7FUG3. Read more
- June 2021 Security Update [June 04]
Just a few days ago, the Galaxy Note 9 received the May 2021 security patch and now Samsung started sending the June 2021 security patch update for these devices in select European countries including Germany. Read more here
- May 2021 Security Update [May 20]
Though, a bit late, Samsung finally released another monthly software update for the Galaxy Note 9 smartphones. This update comes with the May 2021 security patch, which brings system security improvements. Firmware version: N960FXXU8FUE1. Read more here
- April 2021 Security Update [April 16]
Samsung started sending April 2021 security update to the Galaxy Note 9 smartphones. This update is currently rolling out in China and will soon be expanded to other markets. Read more here
Samsung is now expanding the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S24 series in Korea. This update is an essential step for users who want to experience the upcoming One UI 7 Beta. By installing it, you not only ensure your device is protected with the latest security patch but also prepare your Galaxy S24 for the new features and enhancements coming with One UI 7 Beta.
November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy S24 series in South Korea arrives with One UI builds given below.
- S921NKSU4AXK4 – Galaxy S24
- S926NKSU4AXK4 – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928NKSU4AXK4 – Galaxy S24 Ultra
November 2024 security update is now available on more Galaxy S24 devices, bringing important fixes from both Google and Samsung. It resolves 52 security issues in total, with 38 of those being considered high-level by Google. There’s also one problem that doesn’t affect Galaxy phones.
Moreover, Samsung has worked on 13 additional fixes, mostly around features like user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and settings. This update will make sure your Galaxy devices stay safe and work better.
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Samsung advises users to install the update now to make their devices more secure, stable, and reliable. For installation, you just need to open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
One UI 7 Beta is just around the corner for the Galaxy S24 series, however, the beta build already appeared on the testing server for several countries. Till then, make your device ready for it. Notably, the company is going to release a stable One UI 7 update next year with the Galaxy S25 series.
After months of waiting, Samsung has finally begun rolling out the stable One UI 6 Watch update based on Wear OS 5 to eligible Galaxy Watches. The Galaxy Watch 6 series is the first to receive the stable One UI 6 Watch update.
As announced, Samsung has started the One UI 6 Watch update rollout with Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. This update is currently live for these watch users in Korea and the company will soon expand it.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch Classic users can verify this major update via firmware ending with BXJ5. They will have to download a 1.8GB package to install the update.
One UI 6 Watch update brings several new features to improve health, fitness, and overall smartwatch use. It adds the Energy Score, which gives you a score based on sleep, activity, heart rate, and more, with tips to help you improve.
Sleep tracking now includes details like movement, heart rate, and respiratory rate, in addition to Sleep Apnea detection. The update also includes New fitness features like the Race option, which compares your running or cycling performance to past workouts, and custom Workout Routines based on your goals.
The update also offers new watch faces, like the Simple Digital and Ultra Info Board. Users can now users Double pinch gestures to answer the call, dismiss alarms, and more.
Samsung has pushed a new update with a November 2024 security patch for Galaxy S24 FE users in the US. This update installs the latest Android security patch to improve the system’s security and stability.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE smartphone is currently available for locked models on Verizon network carrier in the US. Users of the Galaxy S24 FE can verify the update via the One UI build version S721USQS3AXK3.
Notably, the November 2024 update 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. These patches aim to improve security and device performance.
The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach all models. Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures.
For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed. To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections.
One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE smartphone recently spotted running Android 15-based One UI 7 on Geekbench. It achieved a single-core score of 2092 and a multi-core score of 6287. These scores show the promising performance of the device on the next One UI iteration.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE running One UI 7 (Android 15) performance revealed