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Samsung upgrading 11 stock apps with Galaxy S20 August 2022 patch in Korea
Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra were among the first Galaxy phones to receive the August 2022 Android security patch update in late July. Samsung is now expanding this Galaxy S20 August 2022 patch for South Korean consumers.
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It is worth mentioning that besides improving the system security and stability to enhance the users’ experience, the update also brings upgrades for around a dozen of applications to improve the overall phone’s functionality and provide users with seamless performance.
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The Galaxy S20 August update changelog, provided by a user in South Korea, clearly shows the name of 11 stock apps that have received improvements with the latest software version. These will help in speeding up the phone’s performance and deliver a more reliable experience.
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The list of updated applications is as follows:
- Galaxy Wearables
- Samsung Kids
- Samsung Notes
- Samsung Internet
- Samsung Health
- SmartThings
- Samsung Members
- Samsung Pay
- Calculator
- Smart Switch
- Voice recorder
This is not it. Samsung is also providing fixes for multiple security and privacy-related issues and exploits including 1 critical and 23 high levels of CVEs and 31 SVE items from Google and Samsung.
According to the official support page, these fixes are corresponding to Samsung DeX, Bluetooth connectivity, Wi-Fi service, DesktopSystemUI, Samsung Dialer, and many more.
As soon as your Galaxy S20 will receive this update, it will notify you. In case you wanna check it manually, head over to Settings. After this, enter the Software update section and then tap the Download and install option. Kindly, follow the on-screen instructions to reach the latest changes.
Galaxy S20 One UI 5.0/One UI 4.1.1:
Recently, the Galaxy S20 series models have entered the firmware test of the next major software update. However, it is Android 13-based One UI 5.0 or Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 can’t be clarified. This update carries the build version G986BXXUEGVG4 and it’s being tested in Germany. Read more
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.