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Alert: Your Galaxy A50 getting July 2022 security update, download now
Launched back in Q1 2019, the Samsung Galaxy A50 smartphone came pre-equipped with the Android 9.0-based One UI 1.x out of the box. Later on, the company delivered the Android 10-based One UI 2 update in May 2020, followed by Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update in March 2021.
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Unlike its successor, the Galaxy A50 is not eligible for getting three major Android OS upgrades, which means the device will spend its remaining time on the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 software system. However, the company is committed to bringing four years of regular security updates to the Galaxy A50.
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This article will show you all the major and minor software updates that the device receives. Scroll down to stay updated with the latest info.
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August 25:
July 2022 security patch – India
Galaxy A50 smartphone users in India have started getting a new firmware update, which brings the July 2022 security patch.
According to Samsung, the July 2022 patch brings fixes for 32 CVEs from Google for the One UI software system as part of offering better user experiences.
- Build Version – A505FDDU9CVG2
In order to check for the latest update manually, head to your device Settings tap on Software updates, and finally hit the Download and install button.
Previous updates
June 24:
June 2022 security patch – Verizon (US)
Verizon Samsung Galaxy A50 smartphone users are getting the June 2022 Android security patch update in the US. This update comes with enhancements for system security and stability.
At the same time, it fices over 60 privacy and security-related issues and exploits to improve the overall device’s performance. You can identify it through One UI build version A505USQSJDVE1.
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February 28:
February 2022 security patch – India
Samsung started releasing the February 2022 security patch update to the Galaxy A50 smartphone users in the Indian market.
- Firmware version – A505FDDU9CVB1
February 2022 security patch brings fixes to 2 critical, 29 high, and 15 moderate levels of issues for better system stability & reliability. Read more
December 29:
December 2021 security patch – US
Samsung is now expanding December 2021 security patch to Galaxy A50 models in the US. As per the info, Comcast and Sprint carrier-locked Galaxy A50 units getting this update through OTA.
- Firmware version – A505USQSHDUK1
The latest December 2021 security patch brings fixes for 5 critical, 22 high and 3 moderate CVEs from Google to Galaxy devices.
December 14:
December 2021 security patch released
Samsung has recently released the November 2021 security patch to the Galaxy A50 smartphone users in the US and India.
Now, the company has started to push the latest December 2021 security patch to the Galaxy A50 users in Taiwan, New Zealand, and the Philippines.
- Firmware version – A505GNDXS9CUK3
December 02:
November 2021 security patch rolling out in India
The Galaxy A52 smartphone users in India now getting the November 2021 security patch through a new firmware update. To be noted, the release can be identified via PDA build version – A505FDDS9CUK1. [Source]
November 25:
November 2021 security patch in several regions: Samsung started expanding the reach of November 2021 security patch to more Galaxy A50 smartphones in various regions. The minor update bears improvements for the system security as well as stability.
Build numbers:
- A505FDDS9CUK1: Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam
- A505FNXXS9CUK1: Europe
- A505GNDXS9CUK1: Fiji, New Zealand, Philippines, Taiwan
- A505GTUBS9CUK1: Brazil
- A505GUBS9CUK1: Latin America
- A505USQSGDUJ2: US
- A505WVLSHDUJ3: Canada
- A505YNDVS7CUK1: Australia
November 19:
November 2021 security patch: Samsung started releasing the November 2021 security patch update to the Galaxy A50 smartphone users in the US.
Currently, the Sprint carrier-locked units are receiving the latest security improvements through firmware build number – A505USQSGDUJ2.
Other than this, the latest Galaxy A50 release didn’t bring any new features or major system optimization.
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.
Samsung reveals what One UI 6 Watch update brings to Galaxy Watch
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.