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Samsung Galaxy S21 gets August 2024 security update

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Samsung Galaxy S21 series started getting an August 2024 security update. The initial rollout is taking place in Vietnam with the PDA version number ending with GXGC. The update will likely be expanded to more markets.

While Galaxy owners are eager for Android 15, Samsung keeps expanding the latest security patch. This time for the Galaxy S21 series, upgrading the system security and privacy through the August 2024 security update.

Users can identify the update through PDA version numbers G998BXXUCGXGC, G996BXXUCGXGC, or G991BXXUCGXGC for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21, respectively.

Samsung Semiconductor patches are also included in this Security Maintenance Release with the following CVE item: [High: CVE-2024-3196]

How to update:

[Settings > Software update > Download and install.]

Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta could launch later this month. Google’s delay in the Android 15 debut apparently delayed Galaxy’s Beta Program. However, the Galaxy S21 series would get access to the new OS later this year only.

Back in 2021, Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 series flagships. The handsets came pre-installed with the Android 11 operating system. This year, the lineup will receive its last major upgrade, with another Feature Drop in Q1 next year.

So, 2025 would be a great year to upgrade to a new Galaxy device. The Galaxy S22 Ultra, S23 Ultra, and S24 Ultra experimented with a boxy design. However, Samsung is said to be going back to rounded corners with the Galaxy S25 Ultra next year.

James is the lead content creator on Sammy Fans and mostly works on Samsung's firmware section. His first phone was the Galaxy S4 and continues to get new S series devices. Most of the time, James tries to learn about new technologies and gadgets but he also sneaks a bit of free time to nearby rivers and nature.

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One UI 6.1.1 update causing Home Screen freezes? Check out this quick fix!

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Samsung One UI 6.1.1 home screen issue

If your Samsung phone’s home screen is freezing or rebooting after updating to One UI 6.1.1, you’re not alone. Many Samsung users are facing issues where their home screen is not functioning properly.  This problem is particularly frustrating for people as it hinders a good user experience.

One of the reasons for crashing or freezing is that changing or disabling system apps through development mode or certain apps might affect the Home screen on your Samsung smartphone. When essential system components are altered, it can cause instability.

Fortunately, Samsung has shared a solution for this issue. To address and potentially resolve it, users can try resetting the app settings.

Here’s how you do this:

  • Navigate to the device’s Settings menu.
  • Go to the ‘Apps’ section.
  • Tap the three vertical dots located at the top right corner of the screen to open more options.
  • Select ‘Reset app settings’ from the dropdown menu.

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It is important to note that resetting app settings will restore all app preferences to their default state. This means that notification settings and default app choices will be reset. Users need to set these settings according to their preferences.

If the issue persists despite resetting app settings, or if you encounter any other inconveniences, you can contact the Samsung customer service call center at 1588-3366. The support team can provide expert guidance to help resolve the problem effectively.

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[Rumor] Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Plus to boast double-layer camera rings

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Samsung could bring a unique camera ring design to the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus. Recently, we’ve seen the CAD renders of the S25 and S25 Ultra. Now, leaker IceUniverse highlighted a unique tweak of the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus’s camera rings.

Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus could get a double-layer camera ring design. The first layer close to the body could be smaller than the top layer. Ice also attached a reference image, showcasing the tentative camera ring of the S25/Plus.

The S24 series has a single-layer camera ring design. This would continue in the next Ultra, but the other two models may get a refresh. CAD renders shared by Onleaks have Fold 6-like camera rings, which might differ from the real ones.

It would be worth seeing if Samsung debuts this unique camera design. The new flagships are already said to bring some notable design changes. These unique refreshments would unlock a better overall appearance.

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It looks like the placement of camera sensors will be the same as the S24 series. Samsung might not radically change its signature design strategy. The aim is to design handsets for a broad audience, countering Apple in key markets.

We haven’t heard of any camera upgrades in non-S25 Ultra models. Only the Ultrawide sensor could be upgraded in the Ultra. Meanwhile, the company recently debuted two new image sensors under its ISOCELL umbrella.

Well, we suggest you take this rumor as a pinch of salt. Tentative design modifications could not be determined through CAD renders. Once the set of promo material leaks, we will have a nearly final idea about the looks at the next-gen Galaxies.

What do you think about the rumored ring design? Will it be as durable as the conventional camera sensor bumps? Drop your opinion through socials tagging @thesammyfans on X!

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One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 live in Europe and India

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Samsung is expanding the One UI 6.1.1 update to Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 users in Europe and India. The company will make it available to all models soon.

One UI 6.1.1 update brings several new features and improvements over the previous version. It makes your these galaxy phones more smarter with new Galaxy AI features.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones are getting One UI 6.1.1 update in India and Europe with One UI builds F731BXXU3DXH9 and F946BXXU3DXH7 respectively.

One UI 6.1.1 update adds exciting new features to improve your smartphone experience. It introduces Galaxy AI’s Sketch Conversion, which turns simple drawings into artwork in apps like Samsung Notes.

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It also enhances photos with AI-generated style portraits and adds text auto-completion to the Samsung Keyboard for easier typing. You can now translate calls in real-time on apps like Google Meet and WhatsApp, and translate text in images with Samsung Internet.

Listening Mode helps translate languages during lectures. The update lets you record voice and convert it to text, manage PDFs better, and set wallpapers that change with the weather and time. It includes the August 2024 security patch and updates several Samsung apps.

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.

The real One UI 6.1.1 lands on Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 with new AI features

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