List of eligible Samsung Galaxy devices for monthly and quarterly security updates [December 2020]
Samsung has released the details of the December 2020 security patch, which brings new security patches for Samsung devices. Additionally, the company has also updated the list of eligible Samsung devices for monthly and quarterly security updates.
In the latest list, the most recently released Samsung Galaxy devices have now been added to its update schedule. While some of the devices have been demoted from their monthly security update cycles.
Also Read: Samsung One UI 3.0/Android 11: Official Roadmap and Eligible Devices [Updated]
ADDED AND REMOVED SAMSUNG DEVICES:
Samsung has added the Galaxy A12 and W21, two new devices to the December security update list in the Quarterly Security Updates. However, the company has moved the Galaxy A9 (2018) to the regular updates section. On the other hand, Samsung didn’t remove any devices from its security bulletin list.
LIST OF SAMSUNG DEVICES THAT WILL GET MONTHLY SECURITY PATCH: December 2020 DEVICE LIST
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Z Fold2
- Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy S9
- Galaxy S9+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy Note9
- Galaxy Note10
- Galaxy Note10 5G
- Galaxy Note10+
- Galaxy Note10+ 5G
- Galaxy Note10 Lite
- Galaxy Note20
- Galaxy Note20 5G
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
Enterprise Models:
- Galaxy A8 (2018)
- Galaxy A50
- Galaxy XCover4s
- Galaxy XCover FieldPro
- Galaxy XCover Pro
LIST OF SAMSUNG DEVICES THAT WILL GET QUARTERLY SECURITY PATCH: DECEMBER 2020 DEVICE LIST
- Galaxy S8
- Galaxy S8+
- Galaxy S8 Active
- Galaxy Note8
- Galaxy A2 Core
- Galaxy A5 (2017)
- Galaxy A8s
- Galaxy A10
- Galaxy A10e
- Galaxy A10s
- Galaxy A20
- Galaxy A20e
- Galaxy A20s
- Galaxy A30
- Galaxy A30s
- Galaxy A40
- Galaxy A50s
- Galaxy A60
- Galaxy A70
- Galaxy A70s
- Galaxy A80
- Galaxy A90 5G
- Galaxy A01
- Galaxy A01 Core
- Galaxy A11
- Galaxy A21
- Galaxy A21s
- Galaxy A31
- Galaxy A41
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy A51 5G
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A71 5G
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Galaxy A12
- Galaxy J4 Core
- Galaxy M10
- Galaxy M10s
- Galaxy M20
- Galaxy M30
- Galaxy M30s
- Galaxy M40
- Galaxy M01
- Galaxy M11
- Galaxy M21
- Galaxy M31
- Galaxy M31s
- Galaxy M51
- Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8 (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8 Plus (2019)
- Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020)
- Galaxy Tab A7
- Galaxy Tab Active2
- Galaxy Tab Active Pro
- Galaxy Tab Active3
- Galaxy Tab S5e
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S6 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy View2
- W20 5G
- W21 5G
OTHER REGULAR SECURITY UPDATES:
- Galaxy S8 Lite
- Galaxy Note FE
- Galaxy A3 (2017)
- Galaxy A6
- Galaxy A6+
- Galaxy A7 (2017)
- Galaxy A7 (2018)
- Galaxy A8+ (2018)
- Galaxy A8 Star
- Galaxy A9 (2018)
- Galaxy J2 Core
- Galaxy J3 (2017)
- Galaxy J3 Pop
- Galaxy J3 Top
- Galaxy J4
- Galaxy J4+
- Galaxy J5 (2017)
- Galaxy J6
- Galaxy J6+
- Galaxy J7 (2017)
- Galaxy J7 Duo
- Galaxy J7 Prime2
- Galaxy J7 Pop
- Galaxy J7 Top
- Galaxy J7 Max
- Galaxy J7 Neo
- Galaxy J7+
- Galaxy J8
- Galaxy Tab A (2017)
- Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018)
- Galaxy Tab S3
- Galaxy Tab S4
- Galaxy Tab E 8 Refresh
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Samsung has released a new update for its Group Sharing app with version 13.6.52.7. This update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 18.54MB for One UI devices.
The Group Sharing app is popular among Samsung users as it makes it easy to share files, photos, and other media with groups. With this latest update, the app has become even better. The new version brings a few enhancements that should make using the app smoother and more efficient.
Moreover, the update improves the performance and stability by fixing some issues. It means that sharing files should be quicker and the app should run more smoothly.
If you’ve had problems with the app crashing or not working properly, this update should help solve those issues. Samsung makes the app more reliable so that you can depend on it for a smoother sharing experience.
Users can install the update through the Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, users can download the update directly through the third-party app link mentioned here.
Notably, the update is compatible with Galaxya devices running Android 14 or Android 13. If your Galaxy device is eligible, you can install the update to enjoy enhanced features.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 users are getting the September 2024 security update in Canada. The update installs the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability. This update is already out for locked models in the US and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
The latest update improves performance by fixing a bunch of security issues. It fixes 1 critical and 43 high-level security issues. It’s worth noting that 1 CVE was fixed in earlier updates and 1 does not affect Galaxy devices.
Along with Google’s fixes, Samsung is adding 23 of its own security improvements to enhance the user experience. These vulnerabilities are related to My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 are getting the September 2024 security update in Canada with One UI build version F741WVLS1AXHC. They have to download a 426MB package to install the update. This update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1.
To check for software updates manually, head toward your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will get the Software update section, simply open it. Inside the submenu, you need to hit the Download and install button if your Galaxy fetches a new OTA.
Aside from this, Samsung has also started the One UI 6.1.1 rollout for older Galaxy devices. The Galaxy S24 series has started getting the major One UI 6.1 update with the September 2024 security patch. The company will start rolling out this major update to Galaxy S23, S23 FE, Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 5 from next week.
September 2024 security update rolling out to Galaxy Z Flip 6
September 2024 is going on and Samsung is rolling out a new update for the Galaxy A23 4G smartphone, which installs the August 2024 Android security patch to improve system security. The update is rolling out for users in Brazil and the company will expand it soon.
The 5G variant of the Galaxy A23 smartphone already received this update in the US. Now, users of the Samsung Galaxy A23 4G are getting an August 2024 security update through One UI build version A235MUBS8EXH3 in Brazil.
August 2024 security update fixes over 45 security issues, including 1 critical and 34 high-level vulnerabilities from Google. Notably, 1 CVE was previously resolved in earlier updates, and 2 CVEs are not applicable to Galaxy devices.
Moreover, the update contains fixes for 14 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) specific to Samsung devices and apps. This includes improvements to system services, Knox services, Galaxy Watch, and other related components.
The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach to reach all models. Samsung advises users to check and install the update to enjoy enhanced features.
To access the latest update on your smartphone, 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.