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Improve your old Galaxy S10’s security with September 2022 patch
Way back in February 2019, Samsung launched 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.
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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, courtesy of the new Samsung update policy 2020. Major updates aside, the entire Galaxy S10 series is also eligible for four years of regular security updates.
Below you can check all the major and minor updates of the Samsung Galaxy S10 series.
September 20, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S10 users are grabbing a new update with September 2022 security patch, which improves system security and stability. The update is currently rolling out in European countries.
You can identify the latest update for Samsung Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10 Plus through the One UI build version G970FXXSGVI1, G973FXXSGVI1, and G975FXXSGVI1 respectively.
How to check for 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.
September 10, 2022
July 2022 security patch – Korea
Samsung pushed a new firmware update for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10 Plus smartphone users in the South Korean market.
The update brings regular stabilization codes in order to enhance functional usability and stability. Notably, the overall update installation process takes just 70 seconds.
- Build number: HVG5
- Patch Level: 2022-07-01
- Size: 6.54 MB
- What’s new
- Stabilization code application
- A stabilization code related to disaster message reception has been applied.
June 4, 2022
May 2022 security patch – India
Samsung is sending the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S10 series smartphones in India. This update installs better system security and stability.
At the smart time it fices dozens of CVEs from Google and Samsung to provide users with seamless performance. You can identify it through the following One UI build version –
- Galaxy S10: G970NKSU6HVE1
- Galaxy S10e: G973NKSU6HVE1
- Galaxy S10+: G975FXXUFHVE1
Samsung Galaxy S10 May 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS10 pic.twitter.com/U2fi8VZnCm
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) June 4, 2022
May 23, 2022
May 2022 security patch – Brazil
Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphones are getting the May 2022 Android security patch update in Brazilian markets. It improves system security and stability alongside fixing various bugs and viruses.
Samsung Galaxy S10 May 2022 update – Brazil #Samsung #GalaxyS10 pic.twitter.com/jq0BBU0qls
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 23, 2022
May 16, 2022
May 2022 security patch – South Korea
Samsung is releasing the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, and S10 5G smartphone users in South Korea. The update comes with improved system security and stability and fixes for various bugs.
Additionally, it upgrades 13 stock apps in order to enhance the overall device performance. The updated versions are as follows:
- Galaxy S10: G970NKSU6HVE1
- Galaxy S10e: G973NKSU6HVE1
- Galaxy S10+: G975NKSU6HVE1
- Galaxy S10 5G: G977NKSU6HVE1
January 27, 2022
January 2022 patch with 8 app updates – UAE
Samsung has now expanded the January 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S10 series smartphone users in the United Arab Emirates.
Along with the latest security patches, the new Galaxy S10 OTA aims to update 8 stock applications for a better overall user experience.
These apps may be updated with January 2022 update on the Galaxy S10 series phone:
- AutoDoodle
- Samsung Notes
- SmartThings
- Samsung Members
- Calculator
- Smart Switch
- Voice Recorder
Samsung Galaxy S10 January 2022 security update – UAE #Samsung #GalaxyS10 pic.twitter.com/8pUe3ouGSd
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 27, 2022
Previous Galaxy S10 Series Update
Tip: You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
January 24, 2022
Galaxy S10 Lite – January 2022 update
Samsung just released the January 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone users through a new firmware update in Spain.
Identified via PDA build version – G770FXXS6FVA1, the new S10 Lite s/w update improves the applications as well as overall device stability. Read more here
January 17, 2022
January 2022 update – Germany [Initial]
Samsung just seeded yet another software update with January 2022 patch for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, and Galaxy S10+ smartphone users.
The update rollout is initially happening in a few European countries, mainly in Germany with firmware build version ending GVA4. Read more
January 10, 2022
Android 12 One UI 4.0
Samsung started rolling out the stable One UI 4.0 update based on Android 12 to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10 5G, and Galaxy S10 Lite in various regions. Read more here
December 11, 2021
November 2021 security patch by Verizon
Verizon started rolling out November 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ devices in the US through a new software update.
The firmware brings fixes for several bugs and CVEs/SVEs from Google and Samsung, plus includes additional enhancements from the network carrier.
- Software versions:
- Galaxy S10e – G970USQU6GUJ3
- Galaxy S10 – G973USQU6GUJ3
- Galaxy S10 Plus – G975USQU6GUJ3
- Changelog:
- The current software update provides performance improvements and the most up-to-date November Android security patches on your device.
December 07, 2021
December 2021 security patch
Samsung pushed a new firmware update to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ devices in Switzerland, which brings the latest December 2021 security patch.
The latest software update brings fixes for several CVEs and SVEs from Google and Samsung for the eligible Galaxy devices, providing a better user experience.
- Firmware versions:
- Galaxy S10e – G970FXXSEFUL1
- Galaxy S10 – G973FXXSEFUL1
- Galaxy S10 Plus – G975FXXSEFUL1
The update is rolling out in a staged manner, therefore, you might have to wait a bit longer to receive this software. However, the company will also start bringing the same treatment to S10 series phones in more regions.
December 06, 2021
November 2021 security patch @ T-Mobile
The Galaxy S10 series devices are now grabbing a new firmware update based on One UI 3.1 on top of Android 11 OS. In the US, T-Mobile released the November 2021 security patch to the locked units for better system stability.
- Firmware versions:
- Galaxy S10e – G970USQU6GUJ3
- Galaxy S10 – G973USQU6GUJ3
- Galaxy S10 Plus – G975USQU6GUJ3
The update is rolling out in a staged manner, therefore, you might have to wait a bit longer to receive this software. However, other US carriers will also start sending the same treatment to their locked S10 series phones.
October 25: October 2021 Security Patch Panama
The Galaxy S10 series smartphone users are now getting the October 2021 security patch update in Panama. [Source]
October 22: October 2021 Security Patch India
The Galaxy S10 series devices now receiving the October 2021 security update in India. However, the firmware versions of these releases are the same as the European variants. [Source]
October 19: October 2021 Security Patch
Samsung has begun releasing the latest software update to the Galaxy S10 series smartphone users. As expected, the update installs October 2021 Android and One UI patches for better system stability and security. Currently, the update is rolling out in several European countries. [Source]
- Software versions:
- Galaxy S10e – G970FXXSDFUI5
- Galaxy S10 – G973FXXSDFUI5
- Galaxy S10 Plus – G975FXXSDFUI5
- Galaxy S10 5G – G977BXXSAFUI5
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