Updates
Samsung Galaxy S23 blessed with September 2024 update in Europe, India
Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones are receiving the September 2024 security update in Europe and India. In mid-September, these devices received an Android 14-One UI 6.1.1 update with a bundle of smart features.
The latest security patch is improving the security and stability of these devices by fixing several issues that users encountered in the previous version. This update overall provides a smoother experience and boosts your phone’s performance.
Notably, the September 2024 security patch fixes 1 critical and 43 high-level security issues. Samsung brings 23 security fixes related to My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex to make your experience better.
September 2024 security update is rolling out for Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra users in India and Europe via One UI build versions S911BXXS6CXHA, S916BXXS6CXHA, and S918BXXS6CXHA respectively.
Samsung will soon make this update available in more countries. The installation package size of the fresh security patch is around 300MB.
Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.
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
Galaxy S23 users getting One UI 6.1.1 update in Europe, India
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Verizon Galaxy A53 picks September 2024 security update in the US
Verizon is rolling out a new update for the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G smartphone, which brings a September 2024 security patch to improve system security and stability. The update is available for locked models on the Verizon network, however, unlocked models already received it in the US.
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G users are getting the September 2024 security update on the Verizon network carrier with One UI build version A536VSQSCEXH3. The update is currently live in the US and the company will soon make this update available in more countries.
Users can manually install the update by going to the smartphone’s settings, selecting ‘Software Update’, and then choosing ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will help ensure that your Samsung Galaxy A53 5G remains secure and up-to-date.
September 2024 Security Patch Details
According to the scope page, the September 2024 security patch addresses 1 critical and 43 high levels of CVEs for the Android operating system. However, 1 CVE was resolved by previous updates from the company, and 1 is not relevant to Galaxy devices.
Besides Google patches, Samsung offers 23 SVE items to improve user experience. The latest security patch fixes various issues related to My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, Dex, and more. It also enhances the stability and performance of the device.
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Fresh Samsung Calendar app update improves widget display
Samsung has pushed a new update for its Calendar app with version 12.5.05.10. This update addresses various issues to provide users with a more seamless experience.
The fresh update enhances some functions to improve the app’s performance. In addition, it fixes issues that users encountered in the previous version.
Moreover, it fixes an issue related to the widget screen display. Some users experienced issues with how the widget displayed their schedules and reminders. With this new update, those problems are resolved, so now the widget should show information correctly.
It’s important to install the latest update as it lets you enjoy the improvements and ensures the Calendar app runs smoothly. The update is 46.62MB in size, which is quite small so it won’t take up much space on your device.
Samsung Calendar app is one of the essential apps for many people who want to stay organized and manage their time effectively. By fixing issues and enhancing features, Samsung is making the app even better.
You can install the Samsung Calendar app 12.5.05.10 update with Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can install the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
The previous update of the Samsung Calendar app added sticker syncing, simplified event creation from the home screen widget, revamped the date selector, and improved lunar date settings.
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Galaxy S21, S20 FE get September 2024 update in India
Samsung is expanding the September 2024 security update to Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in India. The update brings the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability.
The fresh update comes with stability optimization, enhanced functionality, bug fixes, and security enhancements. It delivers a smoother and better experience to Galaxy users.
September 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy S21 series and Galaxy S20 FE 5G smartphones in India can be verified through One UI build versions given below.
- G781BXXSDHXI4 – Galaxy S20 FE
- G991BXXSCGXH7 – Galaxy S21
- G996BXXSCGXH7 – Galaxy S21 Plus
- G998BXXSCGXH7 – Galaxy S21 Ultra
The latest security patch addresses over 65 issues to make the device more secure, reliable, and stable. It includes critical fixes from Google for vulnerabilities in Android to enhance security for Galaxy devices against potential threats.
In addition, Samsung has resolved 23 vulnerabilities, improving My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, Dex, and more. It protects from possible bugs and viruses to ensure the devices operate smoothly.
Beyond security enhancements, the update delivers performance improvements and stability-boosting fixes. Users can easily check and install the September 2024 security update via a few easy steps.
Navigate to Settings >> Open the Software Update section from the menu >> Click on the Download and Install option to initiate the update process >> If the update is available, proceed to install it.