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Samsung mod confirms Galaxy S23 camera fixes included in April 2023 update
Samsung has a big camera focussed software update in the pipeline for the Galaxy S23 series. It was first rumored about two weeks ago and a Samsung community moderator has now confirmed that the Galaxy S23 lineup’s April 2023 update will include camera fixes.
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According to the info, Samsung Korean community moderator revealed that the Galaxy S23 series won’t get any camera focussed update, separately, however, the April 2023 software will include content (such as bug fixes and optimization) for the camera.
It’s worth mentioning that the team is ready to begin the rollout after putting the final finishing touches. However, the moderator denied revealing the exact release date of the Galaxy S23’s April software update. We assume the rollout may start in the next week.
Apart from this, the moderator disclosed that the company will share details of camera-related content included in the S23 series’ April 2023 firmware. As soon as the update starts rolling out to the public, the development in charge will share what new fixes are applied to the camera.
It was reported that some Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus units that have been manufactured in Vietnam have issues in focusing on nearby subjects such as pages of books. The company will hopefully solve the severe focusing error with the April 2023 update.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the first Samsung smartphone, which brings a 200-megapixel camera sensor to offer lossless photography. The other two siblings have the same camera sensors as their predecessors, but the company has enhanced their photography abilities with software and processor.
Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S22
Recently, we’ve reported that the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S22 series will get the Galaxy S23’s intelligent Image Clipper feature in April 2023. Accordingly, it looks like April is going to be an important month for both Samsung and Galaxy consumers, when it comes to software deployment.
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.