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Samsung Galaxy S21 October 2022 security update is now available in India
Samsung is now rolling out the October 2022 security update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone users in India. The new over-the-air update brings system security improvements for the devices running Android 12-based One UI 4.1.
Samsung Galaxy S21 October 2022 Security Update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #India pic.twitter.com/FkXtvupiSM
— Samsung One UI Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) October 21, 2022
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To check and download the update manually, enter the Settings of your phone followed by a Software update and Download and install options. Finally, hit on Download button >> Install now/Schedule install >> Restart.
Previous Samsung Galaxy S21 Updates
September 20 – September 2022 update – Canada
Samsung released October 2022 security update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone users in Brazil. The new firmware update also includes new versions for a handful of One UI apps for better experiences.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra October 2022 Security Update – Brazil #Samsung #GalaxyS21 pic.twitter.com/VCjZ7KJs8n
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) October 17, 2022
September 20 – September 2022 update – Canada
Samsung’s Galaxy S21 series smartphones are now grabbing the August 2022 Android security patch in Canada. The new release brings system stability and functional improvements for better user experiences. You can identify the latest update via the PDA version number ending CVHA.
Samsung Galaxy S21 August 2022 Security Patch – Canada #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #Canada pic.twitter.com/reoSIFeRPl
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) September 20, 2022
September 13 – September 2022 update US – unlocked
Samsung rolling out the August 2022 security update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone users in the US. The carrier-unlocked Galaxy S21 series models are getting the latest security patch through the build version ending CVH9.
August 29 – New August 2022 update (Germany)
Samsung released a new build of the August 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S21 series devices in Germany. The update changelog mentions just system stability improvements alongside the company’s traditional yet copy-pasted stuff of enhancements for features and functions.
Samsung Galaxy S21 August 2022 Update [New Build] – Germany #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #Germany pic.twitter.com/vfoMvNCfkC
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) August 29, 2022
August 16 – July 2022 security update (Canada)
The Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones are now receiving a new firmware update in Canada, which installs the July 2022 security patch. These devices have even received the August 2022 patch in various markets, while Canadian models are too behind in security updates.
July 8 – July 2022 security update (India)
Samsung has begun dispatching the July 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone users in Indian markets.
This update’s changelog doesn’t mention any new features or major changes but improvements for system security and stability. You can download it at around 270MB.
The updated software versions are as follows:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS5CVFB
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXS5CVFB
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS5CVFB
July 8 – July 2022 security update (Malaysia)
Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra smartphone users are getting the July 2022 Android security patch update in Asian markets including Malaysia. This update improves system security and stability.
Additionally, it fixes 3 critical and 20 high levels of CVEs in order to further provide users with seamless performance. The updated software versions are as follows:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS5CVFB
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXS5CVFB
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS5CVFB
Samsung Galaxy S21 July 2022 security update – Malaysia #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #GalaxyS21Ultra pic.twitter.com/0uCDpabE72
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) July 7, 2022
July 4 – June 2022 security update (Brazil)
Samsung is releasing the June 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra smartphone users in Brazil. The update comes with improved system security and stability.
You can identify it through the following One UI build version.
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS5CVEA
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXS5CVEA
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS5CVEA
Samsung Galaxy S21 June 2022 security update – Brazil #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #GalaxyS21Ultra pic.twitter.com/GJDbQ6KOsU
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) July 4, 2022
June 27 – June 2022 security update (carrier-locked US)
Samsung has started releasing the June 2022 security update for carrier-locked models of the Galaxy S21 series smartphones in the US. The update improves the security and stability of these devices.
This update fixes around 66 privacy and security-related issues and exploits to enhance the overall device’s performance and users’ experience. Users can identify the update via the One UI build version – G991USQU5CVF3, G996USQU5CVF3, and G998USQU5CVF3 for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra respectively.
June 16 – June 2022 security update (India)
Samsung has begun sending the June 2022 Android security patch alongside a new software update for Galaxy S21 smartphones in India. This update enhances system security and stability and helps in protecting your phone from bugs and viruses.
Additionally, it upgrades 10 stock apps to improve the overall device’s performance and maintain users’ experience.
Software version:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU5CVF2
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU5CVF2
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU5CVF2
May 18 – May 2022 security patch (India)
Samsung is releasing the May 2022 Android security patch update for Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra smartphone users in Indian markets. It brings many new camera features along with improving the security and stability of your device.
Additionally, it upgraded several stock apps in order to enhance the overall device functionality and provide users with seamless performance.
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Software version:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU5CVDD
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU5CVDD
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU5CVDD
May 18 – May 2022 security patch (Canada)
Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone users are grabbing the May 2022 Android security patch update in Canada. It brings fixes for various privacy and security-related vulnerabilities and exploits from Google and Samsung.
Additionally, the changelog for the update also mentions new camera features such as Enhanced Night portrait mode, improved video call effects, and more that are inspired by Samsung Galaxy S22.
Samsung Galaxy S21 May 2022 update, new camera features – Canada #Samsung #GalaxyS21 #GalaxyS22Camera pic.twitter.com/kC9hVlAgg0
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 17, 2022
May 14, 2022 – May 2022 security patch (South Africa)
Samsung has dispatched the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21, S21,+, and S21 Ultra smartphone users in South Africa. The update brings better system security and stability, fixes for dozens of flaws, and 14 stock app upgrades.
At the same time, it installs many Galaxy S22 camera features to your Galaxy S21 including Enhanced Night portrait mode, Improved/supported auto framing function, Improving the video call effect, Support for auto framing effects, and Improved App Store Camera app quality.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU5CVDD
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU5CVDD
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU5CVDD
May 13
May 2022 security patch – Europe (Telekom)
Telekom has started rolling out the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra smartphone users in Europe. The update not only improves system security and stability but also brings various new camera features, such as:
- Enhanced Night portrait mode
- Improved/supported auto framing function
- Improving the video call effect
- Support for auto framing effects
- Improved App Store Camera app quality
Samsung Galaxy S21 May 2022 update – Europe (Telekom) #Samsung #GalaxyS21 pic.twitter.com/x7eGt21Px2
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 13, 2022
May 02
May 2022 security patch – Europe
Samsung has now released the latest One UI 4.1-based May 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra devices in European markets.
March 21
One UI 4.1 – US [Unlocked]
The carrier-unlocked Galaxy S21 series devices have started grabbing the One UI 4.1 update in the US.
If you are in the US and using a Galaxy S21 series phone on Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T or any other carrier’s network, you can check for the One UI 4.1 update.
To be noted, Verizon has recently released the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy S21 series devices in the US.
March 21
One UI 4.1 – India
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone users in India.
The update comes with a lot of new features and minor changes in the user interface for a better user experience. In addition, the OTA bears March 2022 security patch as well.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU4CVC4
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996BXXU4CVC4
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU4CVC4
March 20
One UI 4.1 – T-Mobile USA
The Galaxy S21 FE smartphone is now receiving the One UI 4.1 update by T-Mobile carrier in the United States.
Consumers can identify the update via PDA version number G990USQU2CVC3, while other carriers are yet to release the One UI 4.1 and March 2022 security patch. Read more
March 19
One UI 4.1 – Europe, T-Mobile US
Samsung is now rapidly expanding the One UI 4.1 features to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra in a handful of European countries and the US @ T-Mobile carrier.
March 16
Samsung Galaxy S21 One UI 4.1 released
Samsung is rolling out the One UI 4.1 software update for Galaxy S21 smartphone users in Canada. Along with the March 2022 security patch, the update several new features lifted from the Galaxy S22 series. [Read More]
- Galaxy S21 – G991WVLU5CVBA
- Galaxy S21+ – G996WVLU5CVBA
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998WVLU5CVBA
March 15
Samsung announces One UI 4.1 for Galaxy S21
Samsung just launched the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 for older Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S21 series. The company also revealed the highlights of this new firmware for the Galaxy devices.
The new version enhances the capabilities of some existing features which are as follows:
- Google Duo Live Sharing
- Expert RAW
- Object Eraser
- Quick Share
- Grammarly-Powered Keyboard
March 15
Upcoming One UI 4.1 Camera Features
Samsung announced that select Camera features of the new Galaxy S22 series will be offered to the Galaxy S21 series phones with the One UI 4.1 update.
As per the info, the upcoming features are night portrait, pet recognition, lighting position editing, telephoto portrait mode, Director’s View, integrated Snapchat and more.
March 04
February 2022 security patch – India
The Galaxy S21 FE smartphones, powered by Exynos 2100 chip, are now receiving the February 2022 security patch update in the Indian market.
The update comes with version number G990EXXS1BVB8 and fixes nearly 60 threats and vulnerabilities for an even more reliable user experience.
If you want to check for the latest update manually, head to your device Settings tap on Software updates and finally hit the Download and install button.
March 02
February 2022 security patch – Europe
Samsung has now begun releasing the February 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in the European market.
The update can be identified via PDA version number – G990BXXS1BVB3, while the package is downloadable on your phone’s internet connection. Read more here.
January 25
January 2022 security patch – Brazil
Samsung started expanding the January 2022 security patch update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra devices in Brazil.
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU4BULF
As confirmed by Samsung, January 2022 update fixes different categories of issues and exploits including 2 critical, 36 high, and 5 moderate for better device stability.
Samsung Galaxy S21 January 2022 update – Brazil#Samsung #GalaxyS21 #Android12 pic.twitter.com/SuKiJRsCNJ
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 26, 2022
January 25
January 2022 security patch – Verizon US
In addition to T-Mobile and Sprint, Verizon bounded Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra devices receiving a new software update which installs the January 2022 Android security patches.
Changelog
The current software update provides performance improvements and the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
Software versions:
- G998USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21 Ultra
- G996USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21+
- G991USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21
January 24
January 2022 security patch – UK
Samsung is expanding the January 2022 security update to the Galaxy S21 series devices in the UK. In addition to security improvements, the OTA updates five stock apps.
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU4BULF
Samsung Galaxy S21 January 2022 security update – United Kingdom #Samsung #GalaxyS21 pic.twitter.com/Kv68DDaT2X
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 24, 2022
January 12
January 2022 security patch – T-Mobile, Sprint
T-Mobile and Sprint bounded Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra smartphones are now receiving a new software update in the US.
It brings the latest January 2022 security patch in order to further enhance the overall device security and stability. You can check the s/w versions below.
- G991USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21
- G996USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21+
- G998USQU5BULJ – Galaxy S21 Ultra
January 12
January 2022 security patch – India
The Korean tech giant is now releasing the January 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S21 series phones in more countries, in which India is the latest one.
As per the info, the January 2022 One UI patch fixes different categories of issues and exploits including 2 critical, 36 high, and 5 moderate for better device stability.
Samsung Galaxy S21 January 2022 security update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS21 pic.twitter.com/XrI5clVevW
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 12, 2022
January 10
January 2022 security patch – South Korea
Samsung is now expanding the January 2022 security patch to the Korean Galaxy S21 series models following the initial rollout from Europe.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991NKSU3BULF
- Galaxy S21+ – G996NKSU3BULF
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998NKSU3BULF
January 06
January 2022 security patch
Samsung started distributing its January 2022 security patch to the next-gen Galaxy S series devices.
The January 2022 security patch is now rolling out in the Netherlands and some other European countries.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21+ – G996BXXU4BULF
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU4BULF
Samsung’s January 2022 patch fixes different categories of issues and exploits including 2 critical, 36 high, and 5 moderate for better device stability.
December 28
Mysterious software update in Korea
Samsung reportedly released a new software update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones in South Korea.
According to the screenshot shared by a Galaxy S21 user, the update can be identified via the last three digits of firmware – ULC.
While the major version marking is lacking in the changelog, we can’t identify the base Android OS and One UI version of this software.
Meanwhile, it comes with improvements to the system performance as well as increases the applications’ stability for a better overall user experience.
Previous updates
Tip: You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
December 18
2nd December 2021 software update – Germany
Last week, Samsung released the December 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S21 series devices in Finland and expanded it to the consumers of UK.
Now, the Galaxy S21 lineup getting a new December 2021 software update, initially in Germany, which comes with build versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS3BUL6
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996BXXS3BUL6
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS3BUL6
The changelog of this latest OTA update mentions just improvements for the system security for a better overall user experience.
December 11
December 2021 security patch – UK [Expanding]
Just two days after the initial release, Samsung is now expanding the December 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra in UK. [Source]
- Expanding to the UK.
Samsung’s December 2021 security patch comes with fixes to 5 critical, 22 high and 3 moderate CVEs from Google.
December 08
December 2021 security patch – Initial
The Galaxy S21 series devices have started picking up their December 2021 security patch through new firmware updates.
- Initially released in Finland.
Samsung’s December 2021 security patch brings fixes to 5 critical, 22 high and 3 moderate CVEs from Google.
December 06
One UI 4.0 now live in Canada
Samsung started sending the stable Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra units in Canada. This major software update brings a lot of new features as well as redesigned user interface, which takes your experiences to the next level.
December 04
Xfinity Mobile released Android 12 update in the US
Yet another US network carrier started rolling out the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 software update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra phones. Aside from a bunch of new features, it comes with November 2021 security patch.
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQU4BUKF
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQU4BUKF
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQU4BUKF
December 01
Post Android 12 update in India, South Korea
After Germany, Samsung is expanding the reach of Galaxy S21 BUKG firmware update to more countries including India and South Korea. It comes with regular improvements and November 2021 security patch. [Source1/Source2]
November 26
Post Android 12 update
Samsung started releasing a new One UI 4.0-based firmware update to the Galaxy S21 series devices with regular improvements. Identified via PDA firmware version ending BUKG, the latest update is making its way to Germany. Read more
November 24
Verizon released new Android 12-based update
Verizon released a new One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S21 lineup in the US. The changelog mentions improvements to the system performance and enhancements to the device’s stability. Though, consumers claimed that it fixes the display refresh rate issue. Read more
November 23
Expert RAW
Thanks to Expert RAW app that makes addition of Pro Mode in Telephoto lens of the Galaxy S21 Ultra possible. This function enables multi-frame-based raw shooting of all lenses (Wide/Tele/Ultrawide). Read more
November 15
Galaxy S21 gets official One UI 4.0
Samsung officially launched the stable One UI 4.0 software system based on Android 12 operating system. The company said that the One UI 4.0 update rollout will begin for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra phones from now on. Read more
November 02: One UI 4 Beta 4
Samsung started releasing the latest One UI 4 Beta update for Galaxy S21 series in South Korea and Germany. Check changelog below.
- Delete stretch effect when overscrolling
- Removed pop-up allowing notification when first running the app
- Stuttering when setting WQHD
- Frame drops when the alarm goes off
- WIFI, hotspot not turned on under certain circumstances
- Screen dims when unlocked
- Two Call Logs are created each time you send or receive a call.
- Fingerprint recognition does not work after intermittently rebooting
- Under certain circumstances, nearby WIFI APs cannot be searched
- Rebooted during voice calls
- Keypad closed
- ONEUI Home when exiting by closing all recent apps
- Rebooted after force shutdown
- Fixed other minor issues
November 02: November 2021 patch in the US and Singapore
Samsung is now expanding the November 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S21 series devices in the US (Unlocked on AT&T, Bluegrass Cellular, C-Spire, Comcast, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon’s networks) and Singapore. [Source]
October 26: October 2021 patch at T-Mobile US
T-Mobile network carrier has begun sending a new firmware update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra devices in the US. The new One UI 3.1 based software update comes with October 2021 security patch for better device security. [Source]
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQS4AUIR
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQS4AUIR
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQS4AUIR
October 25: November 2021 patch in Germany
Earlier, the Korean tech giant has started to release the One UI 4 Beta 3 update for the Galaxy S21 series devices in several regions. This release came with the latest November 2021 security patch for the Beta participants, however, the same patches releasing for the Galaxy S21 phones running Android 11 in Germany. [Source]
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS3AUJ7
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996BXXS3AUJ7
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXS3AUJ7
October 23: One UI 4 Beta 2 in India
Samsung is now releasing the 2nd One UI 4 Beta update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra in India. The update also brings November 2021 security patch. You can see the software versions of this update below.
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXU3ZUJG
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996BXXU3ZUJG
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998BXXU3ZUJG
October 21: One UI 4 Beta 3 in the US
Samsung is now expanding the third One UI 4 Beta update for the Galaxy S21 series smartphone users in the US. Just like the Korean variants, this release includes the final Android 12 version (AOSP) as well as improvements and optimizations for Color Themes. [Source]
October 20: One UI 4 Beta 3
Samsung just released the most-awaited One UI 4 Beta 3 for the Galaxy S21 series smartphone users in South Korea. After the initial rollout, the update will soon be expanded to more markets including the US, Germany, India, UK, and China. You can identify this release via the last four digits of the PDA release number – ZUJB. [Source]
Check the official One UI 4 Beta 3 changelog below.
- Fixed an issue where only some menus were partially untranslated right after the porta update
- Google AOSP reflected (Google final release was reflected)
- Overscroll effect changed from existing glow to stretch form (Android 12 changed)
- Voice command in the camera Misrecognition improvement
- Pet lighting effect applied
- Color theme function stabilization
- Keyboard shortcut issue fixed
- Calling/texting on other devices fixed
- Bixby not being called on the lock screen
- Fixed system UI forced shutdown
- Many others Apply improvements
October 16: October 2021 Security Patch [USA]
The Galaxy S21 series devices (Unlocked and carrier-branded) have started grabbing the October 2021 security patch through a new software update in the US. The latest update brings version numbers mentioned below: [Source]
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQS4AUIN/G998U1UES4AUIN
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQS4AUIN/G996U1UES4AUIN
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQS4AUIN/G991U1UES4AUIN
After locked models, Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for unlocked Galaxy S24 models in the US. This update includes a new Auto Blocker feature and the latest security patch to make your phone more secure.
Users of the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra models can identify the November 2024 security update with One UI builds S921U1UES4AXJA, S926U1UES4AXJA, and S928U1UES4AXJA respectively.
What’s New
The fresh update arrives with a new Auto Blocker feature. When you turn this on and set it to Maximum restrictions, your phone will only allow USB connections for charging. This means that other devices won’t be able to connect to your phone via USB, which helps protect your data if someone has physical access to your device.
While this feature provides extra-strong security, it will limit some of your phone’s functions. For example, you won’t be able to transfer files between your phone and other devices using a USB cable.
Moreover, the update installs the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability to enhance overall performance. Samsung is yet to release the details of the November 2024 security patch on its Scope page.
How to Update?
Firstly, make sure your phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network to avoid using mobile data. Now, visit your phone’s Settings >> Scroll down and tap on Software Update >> Tap on the Download and Install option. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
After the update is installed, you can turn on the “Auto Blocker” feature in the settings to enhance your device’s security. This update brings useful improvements for Samsung Galaxy S24 users, helping to protect their personal information.
One UI 6.1: How to activate Auto Blocker feature on Samsung devices
Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra phones in the US. This update boosts the stability and security of your Galaxy S23 phone.
Users of the Galaxy S23 are currently getting this update on the Verizon network carrier in the US. Samsung will soon expand it to unlocked models and other countries.
The fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1. It protects Galaxy devices against security threats by integrating Android and Samsung’s latest security patches. Moreover, it fixes bugs encountered in previous software to provide a more reliable and efficient user experience.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series in the US can be verified through One UI builds given below:
- Galaxy S23 – S911USQS5CXI8
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916USQS5CXI8
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918USQS5CXI8
To check for software updates manually, head toward your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will get the Software Update section, simply open it. Inside the submenu, you need to hit the Download and Install button if your Galaxy fetches a new OTA.
Samsung is going to open the One UI 7 Beta Program at the end of this year for developers. Recent reports reveal that the Beta update is around the corner as the company published One UI 7 Beta forums on the US community for the Galaxy S24 and S23 series.
Install the November 2024 security patch now on your smartphone to make it ready for the upcoming major update.
Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra getting November 2024 security update in the US
After the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for the latest Galaxy S series, the Galaxy S24. The update is available for locked models on the Verizon network carrier in the US.
The fresh update provides the most up-to-date Android security patch on your device to improve performance. It fixes several issues to make your Galaxy S24 more stable, reliable, and secure.
Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra models are receiving the November 2024 security update in the US with One UI builds S921USQS4AXJA, S926USQS4AXJA, and S928USQS4AXJA. The company will soon expand it to unlocked models.
It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models. Currently, it is limited to users in the US, and in other countries, users will receive it in the coming days to weeks.
November 2024 security patch details aren’t available yet, but they should be posted on the Samsung support page soon. In the meantime, users can install the latest update and check out fresh enhancements.
To install the update, you just need to visit Settings >> tap on Software Update >> Download and install. Now, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your smartphone.
Before downloading the update, make sure to connect to Wi-Fi or have a strong Verizon signal, and ensure your battery is fully charged.
Aside from this, Samsung Galaxy S24 series models are currently running Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1. Users are looking forward to trying One UI 7 features, which Samsung plans to release as a beta for developers in late 2024. It will be available for Galaxy S24 users soon after.
If you are interested in testing the One UI 7 Beta, make sure your Galaxy S24 is ready for it.
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