Updates
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 March 2023 update expands to India
Samsung starts rolling out March 2023 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra 5G in India. The latest patch expands in India, over two weeks after its initial debut in the United States. Consumers may have been waiting for the April release and the company is just bringing the March patch.
Last month, the South Korean tech giant released the feature-packed One UI 5.1 update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra in India. Compared to the previous release, the patch OTA feels too tiny, and it’s really a tiny package, which just brings security improvements.
For the Galaxy S23 series, Samsung is reportedly testing a big camera optimization update. Since the Note 20 series has also upgraded to the One UI 5.1, we hope the company may offer optimized camera performance with its next update to the lineup.
Android 13 was the last major OS upgrade for the Galaxy Note 20 series, similar to the Galaxy S20 series. Therefore, if you want to experience future One UI versions, it becomes necessary to upgrade to a new Galaxy, as there are a lot of choices including the Galaxy Z Fold4 and the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Coming to the security patch, the update brings crucial bug fixes to your Galaxy Note 20 device. Google’s Project Zero team discovered some severe vulnerabilities in Exynos modems, which may have affected select Galaxy models such as the Galaxy S22 series.
With the April 2023 patch, the South Korean tech giant promised to fix the last remaining Exynos modem vulnerability on affected Galaxy phones. Until the next release, you will have to wait longer as the March patch deployment has just begun in India.
How to download:
- Firmware Versions:
- Galaxy Note 20 LTE – N980FXXS5HWC1
- Note 20 Ultra 5G – N986BXXS5HWC1
First of all, make sure your device is connected to a stable network connection and has a battery percentage of over 60 percent. After ensuring this, you can either create a backup or proceed directly to start a manual March 2023 update search on your Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or Note 20 Ultra. Follow the steps listed below:
- Open Settings
- Tap Software update
- Hit Download and install
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November 2024 security update now live for Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5
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.
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Updates
Samsung releases November 2024 security update for Galaxy Watch 7
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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Verizon Galaxy A53, A23 grabbing November 2024 security update [US]
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.