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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 stable One UI 5.0 update is now available in India [Android 13]
Samsung started to roll out the Stable Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphones last week. Initially released in the US, the One UI 5.0 update is now expanding to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 customers in India.
Identified via version F936BXXU1BVK3, the One UI 5.0 update comes with multiple new features for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 devices. Alongside this, there are countless improvements, refined customization options, and the fresh November 2022 Android security patch for enhanced system privacy.
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Galaxy Z Fold 4:
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is one of the famous foldable smartphones available in the market. In August this year, the device came with Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 software that is specially customized for large-screen devices.
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The One UI 4.1.1 software has already brought a lot of features to these smartphones which other Samsung devices are now getting with the One UI 5.0 update.
Meanwhile, the phone is eligible for Samsung’s latest software update policy which is to receive four major Android updates. Among these four, the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 is the first major OS for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 devices. Now it’s eligible for three more.
One UI 5.0 features:
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 foldable smartphones are getting 16 new color palette options, Lockdown mode, Stack widgets, Camera watermark feature, help guide in Pro mode, new picture & video editing tools in Gallery, ability to turn off RAM plus, per-app language, Notification permission, and many other features.
On the other side, the Lock Screen customization ability is next level, you can edit every single element of the lock screen now. In addition, the Wallpaper and styles section is gaining significant improvements and the Settings are getting three new menus to deliver easier access to certain features.
The company further smoothens the system animations, brings new app icons, faster performance, and many other changes. Check the complete One UI 5.0 changelog.
How to download:
If you are using a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone in India, you can now install the Android 13 One UI 5.0 update through Settings >> Software update >> Download and install option.
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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.
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.