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Samsung’s January 2024 patch for Galaxy S23 series is expanding!
Samsung’s January 2024 security patch addresses approx 74 vulnerabilities on Galaxy devices. While the company is set to introduce One UI 6.1 next week, incremental software updates continue to roll out. Now, Samsung has begun expanding the January 2024 patch for the Galaxy S23 series.
Later yesterday, US Cellular pushed the January 2024 patch to the Galaxy S23 series in the US. Without any ado, the company has started expanding it to markets outside the US, such as India and Germany. Notably, the release weighs less than 400MB and bears a version number ending with BWL3.
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It’s expected that the One UI 6.1 update will bring select Galaxy AI features from the S24 series to older models. The next One UI update could start rolling out to Galaxy S23 series in late February or early March. Meanwhile, join the Epic Unpacked on January 17 with us!
Galaxy S24 Ultra Specifications
Colors
- Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, Titanium Yellow
- Samsung Store exclusive: Jade Green, Sapphire Blue, Sandstone Orange
Dimensions & Weight
- 79.0 x 162.3 x 8.6mm
- 232 grams
Display
- 6.8″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz (1-120 Hz), HDR10+, Always On, Eye Comfort Shield, Vision Booster, 3120 x 1440 pixels, 505 ppi
Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, 64-bit, 4 nm, Octa-Core (3.39 GHz, 3.1 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.2 GHz)
Storage
- 256/512GB/1TB internal storage, 12GB RAM
Main camera
- Quad camera with laser autofocus and LED flash
- Wide angle lens: 200 MP, F/1.7, Super Quad Pixel autofocus, OIS, Super Clear Lens
- Duo telephoto lens:
- Telephoto lens 1: 50 MP, F/3.4, 5x optical magnification, Quad Pixel autofocus, OIS
- Telephoto lens 2: 10 MP, F/2.4, 3x optical magnification, dual pixel autofocus, OIS
- Ultra wide angle lens: 12 MP, F/2.2, dual pixel autofocus, 120° field of view
Front camera
- 12 MP (F/2.2), dual pixel autofocus
Camera features
- Zoom: 100x Space Zoom
- Video: Nightograpy video, Super HDR, 12-bit HDR, 8K video recording, 8K video snap, portrait video with bokeh -Effect, Pro Video, Slow Motion, Super Slow Motion, Hyperlapse, Dual Recording, Audio Zoom, Super Steady
- Photo: Portrait Mode with Bokeh Effect, Pro Mode, Panorama, Night Mode, Food, Selfie, Group Selfie, Single Take, automatic scene optimization, Bixby Vision, AR zone, QR scanner, expertRAW photo app (50 MP raw photos, Astrophoto, Multi Exposure, digital ND filter)
Audio & Video
- Audio: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE
- Video:
- Max. Resolution recording: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 FPS
- Max. Resolution playback: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 60 FPS
Sensors
- Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, compass, hall sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor
Battery
- 5000 mAh, Fast Charging, 45W wired, Wireless 15W, Wireless PowerShare
SIM, Connectivity & Navigation
- SIM: Dual SIM, 2x Nano SIM, eSIM
- Connectivity: USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 7, WiFi Direct, Miracast, NFC, UWB
- Navigation: GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Network
- 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Additional Features
S Pen, IP68, titanium frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Armor, Wireless PowerShare, Wireless Samsung DeX, Link to Windows, blue light filter, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Samsung Health, Bixby Assistant, Bixby Routines, Secure Folder, Focus Mode, Samsung Knox
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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.
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.