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[Korea too] January 2022 security update rolling out for Samsung Galaxy Fold
Last week, Samsung started to roll out the January 2022 Android security update for Galaxy Fold smartphones. In a recent development, the company is expanding the Galaxy Fold January 2022 update in the Korean markets.
This software update will improve the security and stability of your device. In addition, it will also protect your phone from avoided bugs and viruses that affect system performance. Moreover, the update can be identified via the One UI build version F907NKOU3GULB.
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If you are a Galaxy Fold user, you can download this software update by visiting the Settings. From here tap on System updates > and then click on Download and install. Wait for the phone to check for available updates, finally, tap on Download now and bring it to your device.
January 12, 2022:
So far, a bunch of Samsung Galaxy devices have received the Android 12 based One UI 4.0 update worldwide, the Galaxy Fold is one of them. In a recent development, the company is rolling out the January 2022 Android security update for Galaxy Fold smartphones.
As of now, this software update is released in Indonesian markets. However, it will reach other region users in the coming days or weeks. Moreover, the Galaxy Fold January 2022 update comes with the One UI build version F900FXXU6GUL9.
It aims to enhance the security and stability of your device’s system alongside improving its performance. In addition, the security update prevents a device from unwanted bugs and viruses. You may also notice some minor changes and improvements after installing it in your Galaxy Fold.
Samsung Galaxy Fold:
Launched back in March 2019, Galaxy Fold is the first-generation foldable smartphone offered by the Korean tech giant. It arrived with an Android 9 (Pie) based One UI 1 software system out of the box. Later it received Android 10 and Android 11 updates and is currently running on the Android 12 based One UI 4.0 version.
It features a 7.3 inches Foldable Dynamic AMOLED display, a 160.9 x 117.9 x 6.9 mm screen when unfolded while 160.9 x 62.9 x 15.5 mm when folded. Moreover, the device comes with Snapdragon 855 chipset and a powerful 4380mAh battery with a 15W fast and wireless charging technologies.
In terms of camera, it is equipped with a 16MP triple rear camera setup that consists of a 12MP wide, 16MP telephoto, and a 12MP ultrawide angle camera. There’s also a dual selfie shooter, such as 10MP and 8MP.
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Samsung has released a new update with the November 2024 security patch for Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones. The update is available for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones F731NKSU4DXK8 and F946NKSU4DXK8 respectively. It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
The fresh security patch fixes 52 vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung software. Google has patched 38 high-level issues, and one CVE doesn’t apply to Galaxy devices. Samsung has also addressed 13 issues, including bugs related to multiple users, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and Settings.
This update improves security and device performance by bringing bug fixes and enhancements. Overall, users will get smoother performance after installing the update.
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. You can also check the update by visiting the Settings app on your smartphone and opening the Software Update section.
Now, click on the Download and Install option. If any update is available, you can follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your Galaxy smartphone.
These foldable smartphones are currently running Android 14 based One UI 6.1.1. It will get the major One UI 7 based on the Android 15 update next year, after the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch.
November 2024 Update Plan: Samsung offers security patches for over 140 Galaxy devices
Samsung recently announced the One UI 6 Watch rollout for older Galaxy watches. Now, the company has started rolling out the November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is currently live for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries. This update arrives with build version L310XXU1AXK6 and an installation package size of 245.62MB.
The fresh update improves the stability of the Galaxy Watch 7 to provide a more reliable performance. It brings some improvements to make the device more secure and stable. Also, it installs the latest Android security patch release in November 2024 for better security.
By fixing existing issues and enhancing performance, Samsung aims to deliver a smoother and more dependable user experience. Although the update does not introduce new features or changes, it provides a better and smoother performance.
Samsung recommends Galaxy Watch 7 users install this update to take advantage of the enhanced system stability. By keeping the device updated, users can get benefits from the new feature and enhanced security.
To install the update, users need to connect their Galaxy Watch 7 to a smartphone via the Galaxy Wearable app. From there, navigate to Watch Settings, select Watch Software Update, and choose the Download and Install option.
Samsung reveals what One UI 6 Watch update brings to Galaxy Watch
Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 users are receiving a November 2024 security update on the Verizon network carrier in the US. The update is rolling out for locked models, and other carriers could get this update in the coming days or weeks.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A23 smartphones can verify the November 2024 security update via One UI builds given below:
- Galaxy A53 – A536VSQSEEXJA
- Galaxy A23 – A236VSQS7DXJ5
November 2024 Security Patch Details
November 2024 security update addresses 52 vulnerabilities across Android and Samsung’s software. Google has resolved 38 high-priority issues, while one CVE is not relevant to Galaxy devices.
Samsung’s patches include fixes for 13 vulnerabilities, primarily impacting user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and certain system features like Settings and Maintenance Mode. This update enhances both the security and performance of Galaxy devices.
How to Update:
Samsung 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.
One UI 7
One UI 7 Beta update was announced to be released at the end of the year, with plans to stable release in early 2025 along with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Reports claim that the Beta Program is about to start in the coming days for the Galaxy S24 series.