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Samsung Galaxy M53 receives Maintenance mode, January 2023 patch for enhanced security
After installing a major Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update, Samsung Galaxy M53 smartphone users are now getting their first software update that further enhances the phone’s security and One UI 5.0 functions. As per the information, Samsung is releasing January 2023 security patch and Maintenance mode for the Galaxy M53 customers.
It’s worth mentioning that the fresh software update is currently live for M53 customers living in India. However, it is expected that the company will soon start rolling out the new feature and the most up-to-date security patch in other countries.
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As of now, you can identify the January 2023 security patch update for your Samsung Galaxy M53 through One UI build version M536BXXU2BWA2. In case, you haven’t received the update notification, you can now check if your phone has received it or not through the Software update section in Settings.
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What’s new:
The Galaxy M53 is getting a big 666MB update in India. It first installs the January 2023 Android security patch that addresses 72 privacy and security-related issues and vulnerabilities including 52 CVEs and 20 SVEs.
Next, it brings a new Maintenance mode feature to ensure your privacy when someone else is using your phone. Once you turn this feature on, it will automatically switch your phone to a new guest user account that doesn’t have access to your pictures, apps, and any of your files and data.
In addition to these, the company also upgrades a bunch of One UI apps to improve the overall device performance. However, what changes these apps are getting is not mentioned on the changelog, you will only get familiar with them once you install the latest Galaxy M53 update.
The list of applications includes Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Global Goals, Samsung Notes, Samsung Internet, Samsung Health, SmartThings, Samsung Members, Calculator, Smart Switch, and Voice Recorder.
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.
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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.
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.