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4 Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones getting May 2024 update
Samsung is releasing the May 2024 security update to 4 more Galaxy A series smartphones including Galaxy A73 5G, Galaxy A25 5G, Galaxy A23 5G, and Galaxy A32 4G. This fresh update aims to deliver an enhanced user experience and smoother performance.
The Galaxy A73 is receiving the May 2024 update in various regions including Asia, Central and South America, and the Middle East. Users are getting the update with the firmware version ending with EXE4. In addition, Samsung Galaxy A23 5G in the US (Verizon) gets updated to version A236VSQS4CXE3.
In Korea, Samsung Galaxy A25 and Galaxy A32 4G are grabbing the fresh security patch with A256NKSS2AXE3 and A325NKSS6DXE2 respectively.
The latest security patch fixes over 45 issues to make the smartphone more secure, stable, and reliable. With the latest software, the company aims to protect your files and data from bugs and viruses and provide you with seamless functionality over your device.
Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections.
Samsung is expanding the September 2024 security update for the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone in Europe. Users can identify the latest update through One UI build version G781BXXSDHXI1.
The new update installs the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability. Notably, it fixes several Samsung and Google vulnerabilities to make the device’s performance smoother.
September 2024 patch addresses 1 critical issue and 43 high-level ones for Google. One of these issues was already fixed in earlier updates, and another one doesn’t impact Galaxy devices. Also, Samsung is adding 23 of its fixes to improve security in My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex.
The fresh update for the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone is already available in India, Canada, Brazil and the US. The company will soon make this update to all models soon.
To access the September 2024 update on your Samsung Galaxy S20 FE smartphone in Europe, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and Install. This will initiate the update process, and once completed, you’ll enjoy a more personalized and efficient smartphone experience.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 users are getting a new update with a September 2024 security patch in India, following the release in the US. The update brings enhanced security to fix several flaws for a better experience.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 can verify the September 2024 security update with One UI builds F731BXXS3DXI3 and F946BXXS3DXI3 in India. The installation package size of this update is around 370MB.
The company is dispatching the latest software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. It also optimizes system stability to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
It is worth mentioning that September 2024 security patch fixes over 55 issues including CVEs and SVEs from Google and Samsung. These fixes improve various features on your phone, such as My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, Dex, and more.
You can check the update by navigating to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and Install. The company will soon make this update available for all models of these foldable devices. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
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Some Samsung Galaxy A smartphone users face frustrating issues related to video playback. Users of Galaxy A15 and Galaxy A24 reported that when they try to play videos in the Gallery app, they encounter a black screen with sound but no visuals.
In addition to this, some messages frequently pop up on the screen, showing “An unknown error has occurred” or stating that the video codec is not supported. This issue is not limited to Video playback but extends to Video calls.
Users of Galaxy smartphones are not able to see the other person’s video feed. Even third-party applications are affected, with videos failing to play properly.
The Samsung community moderator has mentioned that it has been found that these video playback issues are linked to a codec error in the Samsung phone. Some videos cause these errors, while others may play normally after a restart. However, the affected videos will continue to cause issues.
Samsung is aware of the video playback issues and is working on a software update to resolve them. However, the community moderator has not confirmed any timeline yet but it is expected to be available soon.
Users are advised to keep an eye out for software update notifications and promptly install any available updates to improve their device’s functionality.
To update your Galaxy device, you just need to follow a few steps. Firstly, open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. Stay tuned for the software update to restore full video functionality on your Galaxy A15 or A24.