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[Note 20 too] Samsung Galaxy S21 gets January 2023 patches in India
Samsung Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra started getting January 2023 security patches in India. The release is happening a full month late and consumers living in India are feeling like they have owned a mid-range or budget phone, which is missing from Samsung’s priority.
Anyways, the February 2023 Unpacked is just a few hours away and the company is going to release the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy Book3 series gadgets. With the new smartphone lineup, Samsung is bringing the One UI 5.1 firmware, which will be delivered to the Galaxy S21 series as well.
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One UI 5.1 for Galaxy S21 is expected to release sometime in late February. Well, the January 2023 patches are now available to download on your Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus or S21 Ultra in India. Below, you can check the PDA firmware versions:
- Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS5DWA4
- S21 Plus – G996BXXS5DWA4
- S21 Ultra – G998BXXS5DWA4
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[Feb. 01] Update: Note 20 too
Samsung starts rolling out the January 2023 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones in India. The update comes with regular security improvements for the system as well as stock apps and services. Software versions:
- Galaxy Note 20 – N980FXXU5GWA7
- Note 20 Ultra – N986BXXU5GWA7
How to update
First, open your phone’s system Settings then scroll down until you see the Software update tab. Once reached, tap it and hit the Download and install button. It would take some time to fetch a new OTA on Samsung’s firmware server, lastly, follow on-screen instructions and that’s it!
Why install January 2023 patches?
Detailed back in early January, Samsung’s latest security firmware package installs fixes for 0 critical, 52 high, and 0 moderate levels of CVEs. In addition, we recommend you install the latest version of Galaxy Store as two critical threats were recently discovered in it! Read more below:
Samsung Galaxy Store had critical auto apps installation flaws
Here’s every CVE fixed with Samsung January 2023 security patch
Carrier-unlocked Galaxy Note 20 getting the October 2024 update in the US. Samsung has debuted the November 2024 security patch, while, older models continue getting their planned software updates sequentially.
Verizon has recently updated the Note 20 and S20 models with new patches. Now, the US carrier-unlocked Galaxy Note 20 5G has joined the party with the October 2024 HXJ1 update. The Ultra variant should also be receiving the October patch.
Samsung’s October 2024 patch fixes over 40 security vulnerabilities discovered in the previous software. You would also have an enhanced functional experience fostered by fixing minor bugs and glitches through the update.
How to update: Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Samsung’s ecosystem has been completely revamped with Galaxy AI. Unfortunately, AI experience is available on flagship models released in 2022 and later. Some features expanded to the Galaxy S21 series, but Note 20 and S20 series ineligible.
With the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung is aiming to enhance the Galaxy AI further. Galaxy phones will be eligible for more new features and AI tools. Meanwhile, the One UI 7 Beta seems to be ready for official debut anytime soon.
4+ Years On: Verizon still updates Samsung Galaxy S20, Note 20
As October 2024 comes to an end, Samsung has begun rolling out the November 2024 security update for its Galaxy devices. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is the first device to receive this update, even before the latest flagship models that run One UI 6.1.1.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE comes with the One UI build version T735NKOS7DXJ1 and requires users to download a package of about 343MB. Right now, the update is available for users in Korea and Samsung plans to expand it to more countries soon.
The latest security patch brings important security improvements to help protect your files and data. It also aims to enhance system stability to ensure your device runs smoothly without interruptions.
The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is getting this security patch six months after the May 2024 update, as it follows a biannual update plan. The tablet currently runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.
If you own a Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, keep an eye out for the update notification. You can also install updates manually through Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. If the update is available for you, simply follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it.
Samsung will add more Galaxy devices to the November 2024 security patch list in the coming days or weeks.
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Samsung kicks off NOVEMBER 2024 security update rollout.
Galaxy Tab S7 FE starts getting November patch at the ending point of October.
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Verizon released the October 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy A15 5G in the US. The update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
Galaxy A15 is the most selling Android smartphone in the world. It comes with many exciting features at an affordable price, making it a great value phone to choose from.
While the Android 15 update is pending, Samsung isn’t forgetting quarterly updates. Accordingly, the device is receiving October 2024 patches from Verizon carrier in the US.
Software Info:
- Build Version: A156USQS4BXJ2
- What’s Changing: The current software update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
You can update your smartphone from its Settings menu. Head towards the Software update section and hit Download and install to get the October 2024 patches on your Galaxy A15.
One UI 7 – A new experience loading…
Samsung is readying Android 15-based One UI 7 update for Galaxy devices. The new software will bring a radically revamped Quick Panel with a separate Notification section. You will also notice several tweaks across the user interface.
One UI 7 update will be launched in the first quarter of the next year. Flagship phones will be eligible for the Beta Program by the end of this year. I guess your Galaxy A15 5G will get the major upgrade by March next year.