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Galaxy S20 at T-Mobile getting August 2022 security patch in the US
On February 11, 2020, Samsung launched its new Galaxy S flagship series, consisting of three handsets – Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20. These devices came with Android 10-based One UI 2.1 out of the box and become the first to get the Android 11 Beta and Stable update last year.
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Last month, Samsung upgraded the Galaxy S20 series devices to the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 operating system. Apart from big software updates, these devices are also eligible for new security patch updates on a monthly basis until 2024, thanks to the new Samsung update policy.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Latest Update
[September 14, 2022]
T-Mobile locked Galaxy S20 series smartphones are receiving the August 2022 security patch update in the US. It can be identified via PDA version numbers G981USQU3FVH1, G986USQU3FVH1 and G988USQU3FVH1 for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus and Galaxy S20 Ultra, respectively.
[September 03, 2022]
Samsung is releasing the second August 2022 security update for Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra in Germany. The update brings system stability and security improvements to enhance user experience.
In addition to this, this update also upgrades some stock apps including Samsung Notes, Internet, Health, SmartThings, Members, Wallet, Smart Switch, Calculator, and Voice recorder.
Updated Versions
- G980FXXUEFVH3 – Galaxy S20
- G985FXXUEFVH3 – Galaxy S20+
- G988FXXUEFVH3 – Galaxy S20 Ultra
Installation Package Size:
- 200MB approx.
Samsung Galaxy S20 2nd Aug 2022 update – Europe #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/A4KbiExiIm
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) September 3, 2022
July 19, 2022
Samsung is expanding the July 2022 Android security patch update in India. The update comes with improvements for system security and stability while fixing the common issues that affect users’ experience.
The update holds the One UI build version G980BXXSEFVF4, G985BXXSEFVF4, and G988BXXSEFVF4 for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra respectively.
Samsung Galaxy S20 July 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/NB7cebLMaO
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) July 19, 2022
June 30, 2022
The carrier-unlocked models of the Samsung Galaxy S20 trio is getting the June 2022 Android security patch update in the US.
The update comes with 60 privacy and security-realted issues and exploits to improve the overall device’s performance and maintain users’ experience.
You can identify it through One UI build version G980U1UES2FVE5, G985U1UES2FVE5, and G988U1UES2FVE5 for S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra in the US.
If you want to manually check for the latest update, head to your device Settings, tap on Software updates, and finally hit the Download and install button.
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June 29, 2022
The Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphone users are now receiving the June 2022 Android security patch update in the Indian market.
The update installs June 2022 patch with fixes for over 60 bugs and issues in order to provide you with a better overall user experience and stable software system.
June 27, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S20 carrier-locked models are getting June 2022 security update in the US. It improves system security by installing the latest patch.
The latest update fixes a bunch of privacy and security-related issues and exploits in order to enhance the overall device’s performance.
Updated Software Version
- Galaxy S20 – G980USQU2FV1
- Galaxy S20+ – G985USQU2FV1
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988USQU2FV1
June 21, 2022
Samsung is releasing the June 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphone users in India.
This update installs improvements for system security and stability alongside boosting the overall device’s performance to provide users with seamless performance.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S20 – G980FXXSEFVE6
- Galaxy S20+ – G985BXXUEFVDB
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB
May 26, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra smartphone owners are getting the May 2022 Android security patch update in UAE. This update upgrades 9 stock apps to boost the phone’s performance in every aspect.
Additionally, the update also aims at improving the security and stability of the system to main the users’ experience.
Software versions:
- Galaxy S20 – G981BXXUEFVDB
- Galaxy S20+ – G986BXXUEFVDB
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB
Samsung Galaxy S20 May 2022 update – UAE #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/PWxOoanHA0
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 26, 2022
May 04, 2022
May 2022 security patch – Europe
Samsung May 2022 Android security patch update is rolling out to the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra smartphone users in Germany. It comes with 7 Critical, 23 High, and 3 Moderate levels of CVEs to boost the overall device functionality.
Update versions:
- Galaxy S20 – G981BXXUEFVDB
- Galaxy S20+ – G986BXXUEFVDB
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB
May 02, 2022
April 2022 security patch – Brazil, Europe, and India
Samsung Galaxy S20 April 2022 security update is rolling out in Brazil and Europe. This update comes with better system security and stability alongside bringing fixes for 88 privacy-related vulnerabilities to enhance the overall device performance. Read the full story here.
Along with this, the company is also releasing April 2022 security update for Galaxy S20 LTE in India. It carries the One UI build version G985FXXSDFVC9. Read more here.
March 06, 2022
February 2022 security patch – US [Carrier Locked]
Samsung is now expanding its February 2022 security patch to the carrier-locked Galaxy S20 series smartphone in the US.
Identified via PDA release number EVB3, the update enhances overall system security and stability. It might also bring new updates to stock applications.
The update is rolling out by various carriers including AT&T, Bluegrass Cellular, Cellular South, Comcast, Sprint, Verizon, and Xfinity Mobile.
February 21, 2022
February 2022 security patch – US
Samsung is now expanding its February 2022 security patch update to more Galaxy S20 series smartphone users in the US.
In the latest development, the company has started to rollout the February 2022 security patches to the T-Mobile and Sprint carrier-branded Galaxy S20 units in the US.
- Galaxy S20 – G981USQS2EVB3
- Galaxy S20+ – G986USQS2EVB3
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988USQS2EVB3
January 30, 2022
February 2022 security patch – India
Samsung started rolling out the February 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S20 series smartphone models in the Indian market.
A Galaxy S20+ owner confirmed the arrival of the February 2022 security patch by sharing the screenshot after installing the latest OTA.
- Galaxy S20
- G980FXXUDEVA9
- Galaxy S20+
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- G985FXXUDEVA9
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- Galaxy S20 Ultra
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- G988BXXUDEVA9
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Samsung Galaxy S20 February 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/y2PV7MhwUT
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 31, 2022
November 08
November 2021 Security Patch – India
The Galaxy S20 series smartphones now receiving the November 2021 security patch in India through new firmware updates. This update brings fixes for a lot of CVEs and SVEs from Google and Samsung.
Software Versions
- Galaxy S20 – G980FXXSCDUJ5
- Galaxy S20 Plus – G985FXXSCDUJ5
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXSCDUJ5
October 31
November 2021 Security Patch – GermanySamsung is already rolling out the November 2021 security patch update for the last year’s Galaxy S20 flagship lineup in Europe (Germany). Read more here
October 14
October 2021 Security PatchThe Galaxy S20 series devices had already received the October 2021 security patch update in South Korea and Europe.
Now, the company is releasing the latest security improvements to the devices without carrier bounding in the US [Source].
The update can be identified via PDA version numbers:
- Galaxy S20 – G981U1UES2DUI5
- Galaxy S20+ – G986U1UES2DUI5
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988U1UES2DUI5
Tip
You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
As October 2024 comes to an end, Samsung has begun rolling out the November 2024 security update for its Galaxy devices. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is the first device to receive this update, even before the latest flagship models that run One UI 6.1.1.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE comes with the One UI build version T735NKOS7DXJ1 and requires users to download a package of about 343MB. Right now, the update is available for users in Korea and Samsung plans to expand it to more countries soon.
The latest security patch brings important security improvements to help protect your files and data. It also aims to enhance system stability to ensure your device runs smoothly without interruptions.
The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is getting this security patch six months after the May 2024 update, as it follows a biannual update plan. The tablet currently runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.
If you own a Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, keep an eye out for the update notification. You can also install updates manually through Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. If the update is available for you, simply follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it.
Samsung will add more Galaxy devices to the November 2024 security patch list in the coming days or weeks.
BREAKING NEWS 🚨
Samsung kicks off NOVEMBER 2024 security update rollout.
Galaxy Tab S7 FE starts getting November patch at the ending point of October.
Google Pixels left in the dust.
🤪#Samsung pic.twitter.com/hsDEHK3COk
— Samsung One UI Software Updates #OneUI7 #OneUI (@SamSWUpdate) October 30, 2024
Verizon released the October 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy A15 5G in the US. The update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
Galaxy A15 is the most selling Android smartphone in the world. It comes with many exciting features at an affordable price, making it a great value phone to choose from.
While the Android 15 update is pending, Samsung isn’t forgetting quarterly updates. Accordingly, the device is receiving October 2024 patches from Verizon carrier in the US.
Software Info:
- Build Version: A156USQS4BXJ2
- What’s Changing: The current software update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
You can update your smartphone from its Settings menu. Head towards the Software update section and hit Download and install to get the October 2024 patches on your Galaxy A15.
One UI 7 – A new experience loading…
Samsung is readying Android 15-based One UI 7 update for Galaxy devices. The new software will bring a radically revamped Quick Panel with a separate Notification section. You will also notice several tweaks across the user interface.
One UI 7 update will be launched in the first quarter of the next year. Flagship phones will be eligible for the Beta Program by the end of this year. I guess your Galaxy A15 5G will get the major upgrade by March next year.
Verizon kicked off the latest software updates for the Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series. Samsung’s popular flagship phones still receiving firmware support itself solidifies the company’s commitment to consumer security.
Eligible devices for October updates by Verizon include Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Note 20, and Note 20 Ultra. The rollout of software has already started and your phone should have received the OTA, with installation due for your approval.
Software Versions:
Galaxy S20 Series:
- G981VSQSBHXJ3 – S20 5G UW
- G986USQSBHXJ3 – S20 Plus
- G988USQSBHXJ3 – S20 Ultra
Galaxy Note 20 Series:
- N981USQSAHXJ1 – Note 20 5G
- N986USQSAHXJ1 – Note 20 Ultra
The above-listed models are eligible for the October 2024 security patch. As confirmed by the smartphone manufacturer, this patch fixes more than 40 security vulnerabilities discovered in the previous software.
How to update: Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 series in early 2020. The Galaxy Note 20 series was announced in the third quarter of the same year. Both flagship lineups have completed their software lifespan of four years.
Verizon isn’t going beyond but protecting consumer security and privacy with the latest software release. The carrier is pushing Samsung’s ambitions to keep Galaxies secured against threats and vulnerabilities in Android operating system.
It’s time for upgrade…
Galaxy S24 Ultra is a great device for loyal Samsung fans like you. As you still consider your 2020 Galaxy phone usable in 2024, the latest tech would blow your mind. You should upgrade to the S24 Plus or Ultra or wait for three months for the next epic.
If you love the sharp corners, Galaxy S25 Ultra may disappoint you. The flagship won’t continue the rounded corner approach. Meanwhile, a pretty new and powerful experience is awaiting Galaxy users in the first quarter of the next year.