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Samsung rolls out One 5.1 update for Galaxy S22 Snapdragon variant
Yesterday, Samsung finally started delivering the One UI 5.1 update to its eligible devices, with Galaxy S22 users being the first to grab it. Now the company is expanding the massive One UI 5.1 update for the Snapdragon variant of Samsung Galaxy S22.
The Galaxy S22 One UI 5.1 update unlocks a bunch of new features and improvements to be excited about. Additionally, it installs the fresh February 2023 patch that addresses over 50 privacy and security-related vulnerabilities and optimizes the system’s stability.
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It’s worth mentioning that the One UI 5.1 update is only available for a few Samsung Galaxy S22 Snapdragon customers. It is rolling out in countries including India, Australia, and Nepal. You can identify it through the following software versions:
Software version:
- Galaxy S22: S901EXXU3CWAI
- Galaxy S22+: S906EXXU3CWAI
- Galaxy S22 Ultra: S908EXXU3CWAI
Galaxy S22 One UI 5.1 features:
Not everyone is able to purchase the Galaxy S23 smartphone due to its high cost, but luckily, Samsung is extending the features of these new devices to older ones through the One UI 5.1 update so that even recent Galaxy phone users can have their hands on the upgraded One UI offerings.
As per the official information, the One UI 5.1 update brings quick access to Expert RAW on the Samsung Camera app through the Advanced menu so that users can take full advantage of high-quality images without any compression.
The update further installs a bunch of new Gallery app features. It adds a new common family album to make sharing photos with your family easier than ever as well as brings more powerful searches, a convenient information display, and improved handling.
Moreover, the AR section is also getting notable improvements. The update adds the ability to use 3 emojis in the AR Emoji camera and improves the layout and editing in AR Doodles.
Other major improvements can be seen in the Widget section. The company adds two new and useful widgets, such as the Battery widget and the Intuitive weather widget. While the first one gives your phone and connected Bluetooth device information on the screen, the latter one offers a summary of the current weather conditions.
Samsung major improved the DeX feature with the One UI 5.0 software and now with One UI 5.1, it further improves its multitasking abilities. Meanwhile, the Bixby text call feature which was earlier only available in the Korean language now supports English as well.
Aside from these, the connectivity features of your Galaxy S22 are also improving with the new One UI 5.1 software. You can now easily invite people to share albums, notes, and calendars using a link that can be shared across apps like messenger, email, and social networks.
At the same time, you can also use your Galaxy Book’s mouse, keyboard, or trackpad with your Galaxy smartphone to easily copy and paste text and drag and drop images from one device to another.
That’s not it, there is much more to know about the One UI 5.1 features and offerings that you will notice after installing the update on your phone.
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.