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One UI Weekly: June 2024 update released for Samsung devices in Week IV

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Samsung June 2024 Week IV updates

Welcome to Samsung’s latest updates for June 2024 Week IV! This week, Samsung has released new updates for its smartphones, including the rollout of One UI 6 Watch Beta for watches and its expansion. Also, there are new details about the upcoming July 2024 update, as well as insights into the features of One UI 6.1.1 and One UI 7. Let’s explore what’s new with Samsung in June 2024 Week IV.

This week, Samsung has rolled out the June 2024 update for several of its smartphones, including the Galaxy A55, Galaxy A14 5G, Galaxy A54, Galaxy A05s, S20 FE, A52s, and Galaxy A21s. This update is now available in more countries, enhancing user experience with new improvements and fixes.

Looking ahead, Samsung is preparing for the July 2024 update for One UI 6.1 devices. This update is expected to address issues such as the alignment problem in date and time display formats to ensure a smoother user interface experience. Additionally, the update could enhance the Gallery’s photo editing mode.

Moreover, the Samsung One Hand Operation + app has received new features with One UI 6.1.1 support to enhance usability for users who rely on this Good Lock module. The Korean tech giant also confirmed improvements to side button functionality in the upcoming One UI 6.1.1 update.

In terms of wearable technology, Samsung has introduced the One UI 6 Watch Beta 2 update for the Galaxy Watch 6 series. Additionally, the Beta Program has been expanded to include the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 series to offer users early access to new features and improvements.

One UI 6 Watch Beta with Wear OS 5 available for Samsung smartwatches [List]

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE may have 5 color options including Black

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Render

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE may be available in five color options. The phone is expected to launch later this year, but a reliable source seems already aware of the upcoming shades. Interestingly, the next FE would also be available in Black, the most preferred color among buyers.

According to RossYoung, Samsung may launch five color variants of the Galaxy S24 FE. Black will likely be produced in the highest volume, while the other four colors may include Gray, Light Blue, Light Green, and Yellow. Notably, marketing names may be different from the leaked ones.

Samsung’s Galaxy S23 FE comes in Mint, Cream, Purple, Indigo, Graphite, and Tangerine.

Earlier, we saw the CAD renders of the upcoming smartphone. Rendering showcased that the next FE would feature the same design aesthetics as the Galaxy S24. Meanwhile, the phone’s chin would be thinned over its predecessor, giving a more premium appearance.

Under the hood, the Galaxy S24 FE could be equipped with Exynos 2400 paired with 8GB of RAM. We expect two memory variants of the device, including 128GB and 256GB. The battery may have a capacity of 4,500 mAh, featuring 25W fast charging support.

The Korean tech giant will hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event in July. At the event, Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 foldable phones. Besides, the new lineup of wireless Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch 7, and Galaxy Watch Ultra also coming.

If you are wondering about a refreshed design and upgraded specs, wait till January next year. Samsung is said to be working on major design changes for its Galaxy S25 lineup. The Ultra variant may also get upgraded sensors for enhanced photography.

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Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details Released: Here’s What’s New

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Samsung July 2024 patch details

As we enter the 2nd day of July 2024, Samsung has unveiled details of its newest security patch for Galaxy devices. This update aims to enhance security and performance, however, the rollout is yet to start.

July 2024 Security Maintenance Release (SMR) combines patches from Google and Samsung. Google brings fixes for 4 critical and 21 high-level vulnerabilities in Android, although 2 are not applicable to Samsung devices.

Moreover, Samsung has resolved 33 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) to further improve device security. These SVE items are mainly related to One UI Home, System Property, System UI, Filter Provider, Secure Folder, Configuration Message, IMS service, Knox, MTP app, and more.

This time, Samsung’s semiconductor patch also introduces fixes for 2 high-level CVEs specific to their hardware.

Samsung July 2024 Security Patch Details

Android Patch Details

Critical

  • CVE-2023-43556, CVE-2023-43538, CVE-2023-43551, CVE-2024-31320

High

  • CVE-2024-0671, CVE-2024-1065, CVE-2024-23698, CVE-2024-23696, CVE-2024-23697, CVE-2024-23695, CVE-2024-23711, CVE-2024-26926, CVE-2024-20066, CVE-2024-20068, CVE-2024-20067, CVE-2023-43542, CVE-2024-23363, CVE-2024-31331, CVE-2024-34720, CVE-2024-34723, CVE-2024-31332, CVE-2024-31339, CVE-2024-34722, CVE-2024-34721, CVE-2024-31338

Moderate

  • None

Already included in previous updates

  • None

Not applicable to Samsung devices

  • CVE-2024-20069, CVE-2024-20065

Samsung Semiconductor

Samsung Semiconductor patch is also included in this Security Maintenance Release with the following CVE item:

High

  • CVE-2024-29153, CVE-2023-50805

One UI Patch Details

  • SVE-2023-1279(CVE-2024-20888): Improper access control in OneUIHome
  • SVE-2023-1514(CVE-2024-34583): Improper access control in system property
  • SVE-2024-0067(CVE-2024-20890, CVE-2024-20889): Improper implementation in BLE
  • SVE-2024-0144(CVE-2024-20891): Improper access control in SystemUI
  • SVE-2024-0146(CVE-2024-34585): Improper access control in SystemUI
  • SVE-2024-0148(CVE-2024-34595): Improper access control in SystemUI
  • SVE-2024-0194(CVE-2024-20892): Improper verification of signature in FilterProvider
  • SVE-2024-0440(CVE-2024-20893): Improper input validation in libmediaextractorservice.so
  • SVE-2024-0490(CVE-2024-20894): Improper handling of exceptional conditions in Secure Folder
  • SVE-2024-0547(CVE-2024-20895): Improper access control in Dar service
  • SVE-2024-0700(CVE-2024-20896): Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in Configuration message
  • SVE-2024-0716(CVE-2024-34584): Improper privilege management in SumeNNService
  • SVE-2024-0772(CVE-2024-20899, CVE-2024-20898, CVE-2024-20897): Use of implicit intent for sensitive communication in FCM function in IMS service.
  • SVE-2024-0788(CVE-2024-34586): Improper access control in KnoxCustomManagerService
  • SVE-2024-0793(CVE-2024-34587): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0794(CVE-2024-34588): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0795(CVE-2024-34589): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0810(CVE-2024-34590): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0811(CVE-2024-34591): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0812(CVE-2024-34592): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0818(CVE-2024-34593): Improper input validation in librtp.so
  • SVE-2024-0834(CVE-2024-20900): Improper authentication in MTP application
  • SVE-2024-0851(CVE-2024-20901): Improper input validation in copying data to buffer cache in libsaped
  • SVE-2024-0882(CVE-2024-34594): Exposure of sensitive information in proc file system

Some SVE items included in the Samsung Android Security Update cannot be disclosed at this time.

Samsung June 2024 security patch details

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Samsung apps gained One UI 6.1.1 support [List]

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Samsung apps One UI 6.1.1 support

After One UI 6.1, Samsung is gearing up for the release of its next software iteration based on Android 14, One UI 6.1.1. Ahead of its official launch, details about the update have already begun to surface, thanks to insights shared by community moderators. Also, Samsung has initiated the process of updating its apps with One UI 6.1.1 support.

The Korean tech giant is already updating its apps to ensure they work smoothly with One UI 6.1.1. The first app in line for this support is Samsung Theme Park, a module of Good Lock.

By preparing its apps early, Samsung aims to prevent any compatibility issues when One UI 6.1.1 is rolled out in the coming days. The company is ensuring the apps work smoothly with One UI 6.1.1.

Let’s check the list of Samsung apps that received One UI 6.1.1 support.

  • Theme Park
  • One Hand Operation +
  • MultiStar

It is expected that Samsung will extend this support to more apps soon. Stay tuned with us to know more details.

Samsung One UI 6.1.1 Eligible Devices [List]

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