Samsung rolls out November 2021 security update to Galaxy S10 in the US (unlocked)

Samsung has begun rolling out a new firmware update for the Galaxy S10 series devices in the US. This update is based on One UI 3.1 on top of the Android 11 operating system, which brings the November 2021 security patch for better system stability.

Identified via PDA release number ending GUK1, this new Galaxy S10 series s/w update is rolling out for the carrier unlocked units in the US. While the consumers are wondering about Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update, the company is busy updating latest flagships such as Galaxy S21, Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3.

Software details, availability

• Firmware versions:
  • Galaxy S10e – G970U1UES6GUK1
  • Galaxy S10 – G973U1UES6GUK1
  • Galaxy S10 Plus G975U1UES6GUK1
• Availability:
  • AT&T
  • Bluegrass Cellular
  • Comcast
  • C-Spire
  • Verizon
  • Xfinity Mobile

Detailed back in early last month, Samsung’s November 2021 security patch brings fixes to a number of CVEs and SVEs from Google and Samsung. At the same time, the latest Galaxy S10 update includes enhancements to the system software and stock applications.

How to update

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.

Galaxy S10 Android 12 Update

According to Samsung US roadmap, the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e will start getting the major Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update in February 2022. On the other hand, a recent Gear VR service suspension announcement revealed that the Galaxy S10 will get Android 12 update in December this year.

Galaxy S10 Series

Back in February 2019, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S10 flagships on the occasion of the 10th-anniversary of the Galaxy S-series. This range introduces various smartphones including the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G.

Pre-equipped with Android 9-based One UI 1.1, the Galaxy S10 series is eligible for at least three years of Android OS upgrades, according to the revised Samsung software update policy 2020. Major updates aside, the entire Galaxy S10 series is also eligible for four years of regular security updates.