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Samsung Galaxy S20 August 2022 security update expanding in India
The LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ have begun collecting the August 2022 Android security patch update in India. This update has already been released in Europe and United States.
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According to the new information, Samsung is bringing over a dozen of One UI app upgrades alongside this minor Android security patch. With this, the company keeps on improving the performance of its two years old flagship smartphones.
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The list of updated applications is as follows:
- Samsung Notes Add-ons
- Galaxy Wearable
- Samsung Global Goals
- Samsung Kids
- Samsung Notes
- Samsung Internet
- Samsung Health
- SmartThings
- Samsung Members
- Samsung Pay
- Calculator
- Smart Switch
- Voice Recorder
These apps will be updated to their latest versions as soon as you install the new software version. Since the changelog does not mention what features or changes are coming to the new versions of these apps, we can not say anything on the matter.
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However, it will surely enhance the applications’ performance and stability. You will learn more changes after you get your hands on the new Galaxy S20 firmware.
Furthermore, improving the security and reliability of the device is the main motive for this August security patch. With this, Samsung ensures that data is safe and private and it won’t be affected by any bugs and viruses.
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— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) August 19, 2022
Other than these, the August 2022 security patch also comes with a bunch of privacy and security-related issue and exposures that affect users’ experience. These vulnerabilities include over a dozen of CVEs found in Google and 31 exposures affecting Samsung apps and One UI.
Moving on, Samsung is rolling out the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ (LTE versions) August 2022 Android security patch update with One UI build version G980FXXUEFVG5 and G985FXXUEFVG5 in India.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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