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Samsung introduces February 2023 security update, out for Galaxy Note 20 5G/LTE [Updated]
February 8: Expanding in Germany…
Samsung pushed the latest February 2023 Android security patch to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra users in Germany. The update can be verified through the software version ending GWB1, you can now check for the update on your device as well.
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— Samsung One UI Software Updates #SamsungUnpacked (@SamSWUpdate) February 8, 2023
February 7: For LTE…
Samsung begins delivering the February 2023 Android security patch update for the LTE version of Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones with a build version ending with GWB1.
It is currently released in Argentina, Bolivia, Guatemala, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay, however, the company should soon expand it.
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February 6: For 5G…
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series starts getting February 2023 security update in Switzerland. It makes the Galaxy Note 20 series the first Android device in the world to grab the most up-to-date security patch.
According to the information, the February 2023 update comes with PDA software versions: N981BXXS5GWB1 and N986BXXS5GWB1 for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, respectively.
Since the update rollout has just begun, the company will expand the availability gradually. Moreover, the details of Samsung’s February patch are yet to be published, which is expected to release by the end of this week.
How to install new firmware:
To download and install a new firmware update on your Samsung device, head toward system Settings. Once done, find the Software update tab, hit the Download and install button and follow the on-screen instructions.
One UI 5.1:
At the Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung showcased the new One UI 5.1 software version as a new Android 13 skin. It’s confirmed that the Galaxy Note 20 series will get the One UI 5.1 features and changes through a firmware update.
It’s expected that the Korean tech giant would offer select Galaxy S23 camera features to older Galaxy devices. However, the One UI 5.1 would be the last major One UI upgrade for the Galaxy Note 20 series.
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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.
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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.