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Your Samsung Galaxy S10 is ready to install February 2023 security update
Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10e customers are becoming the latest recipients of Samsung’s February 2023 Android security patch update. It installs fixes for various error-causing issues and more.
Samsung is currently releasing the Galaxy S10 series February 2023 update in Europe, with users living in Germany getting the opportunity to install it first. However, the company is likely not to take much time in spreading the update to more regions.
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February 2023 patch:
The Korean company improves the performance of your Galaxy S10 model in every possible aspect. It optimizes the system’s stability to make sure that you won’t face any lagging, freezing, or crashing errors while using your phone.
For security enhancements, the company addresses a bunch of vulnerabilities and exposures to keep your private files and data safe on the device. These are a total of 52 issue fixes which include 45 CVE items from Google’s Android security bulletin.
At the same time, the company also resolved 7 Galaxy-specific issues that were affecting various One UI apps and services and harming the users’ data through the Contact app, Phone app, fingerprint scanner, and more.
Besides these, there is nothing that the update carries. You can identify it through the One UI built version G970FXXSGHWB2, G973FXXSGHWB2, and G975FXXSGHWB2 for S10e, S10, and S10+, respectively.
Galaxy S10:
Introduced back in 2019, Galaxy S10 phones belong to the best creations of Samsung. Last year, the company officially ended the major software update support for the devices after releasing their Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update and now they are only eligible for security patches for a year.
Samsung is constantly updating them with the latest security offerings and issue fixes. Unfortunately, they can not install the original Android 13 and One UI 5 updates. If users want, they can get the unofficial Android 13 builds.
On the other hand, if you are looking to switch to a new Samsung S series phone, the Galaxy S23 model will be the best choice for you. The company is offering a great trade-in value for your S10 through the official website.
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.