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T-Mobile releases February 2023 update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 [US]
Samsung has started to deliver the February 2023 software update for Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro LTE models in the US. This update brings some minor improvements to the wearables in order to maintain the users’ experience.
At the time of writing, the Korean company is releasing this update for carrier-locked customers using T-Mobile’s network in the United States. However, the company should not take much time in spreading it to other carrier networks.
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For your information, the changelog for the February 2023 Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 update only mentions improvements for system stability. This optimization makes sure that you are having a seamless experience on your watch, without any errors and interruptions.
Other than this, the firmware might have some known issues. You might be aware of the “Raise to Wake” issue on the Galaxy wearables that occurred worldwide after the big feature-rich One UI Watch update arrived in January.
In various regions, the company has resolved this issue with the minor February 2023 software. Hopefully, the customers driving T-Mobile’s Galaxy Watch 5 unit will also receive the fix for this annoying issue.
Anyways, you can check the latest software update versions for the Galaxy Watch 5 LTE smartwatch lineup below:
- Galaxy Watch 5 (40mm): R905USQU1AWB2
- Galaxy Watch 5 (44mm): R915USQU1AWB2
- Galaxy Watch 5 Pro (45mm): R925USQU1AWB2
Material You coming to Galaxy Watch 5:
Samsung and other Android users should familiar with the Material You Dym=namic theme that revamps the look of their phone as per their phone’s lock screen or home screen wallpaper. Luckily, similar functionality is coming to the Galaxy Watch series as well.
A new code spotted in the Android 14 developer preview indicates that Google is preparing to introduce a new version of Wear OS, which will be featuring Material You dynamic colors feature. And, since the Galaxy Watch 5 runs Wear OS, it will also get Material You support for sure.
Here’s how Galaxy Watches could look after applying Samsung’s Color Palette feature:
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.