These Samsung Galaxy devices scheduled to get monthly/quarterly security updates [April 2021]
After years of poor software update support, Samsung has rapidly grown its software development strategies in the past few months. Now, the company is on the top spot among all the OEMs when it comes to delivering Android 11 update.
However, the Korean tech giant already committed to provide three generations of Android upgrades to its flagship and select mid-range phones. Moreover, it has recently announced to offer four years of regular security updates to the Galaxy devices launched since 2019.
In terms of sending security updates, Samsung is quite faster than the stock Android (Google) as the Galaxy phones already start receiving next month’s security patch in the last days of the current month. Furthermore, the leading smartphone brand has also published the April 2021 security bulletin recently… continue reading
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Aside from this, Samsung has also revealed the amended list of Galaxy phones and tablets that are eligible to get new security updates on a monthly and quarterly basis. You can also check the revised list of compatible devices below.
Samsung One UI Security Update Eligible Device List
Current Models for Monthly Security Updates
Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Fold 5G, Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Z Flip 5G
Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy S10 Lite
Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 5G, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20+ 5G, Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, Galaxy S20 FE, Galaxy S20 FE 5G, Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21+ 5G, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
Galaxy Note9, Galaxy Note10, Galaxy Note10 5G, Galaxy Note10+, Galaxy Note10+ 5G, Galaxy Note10 Lite, Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Note20 5G, Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
Galaxy A52, Galaxy A52 5G
Enterprise Models: Galaxy A50, Galaxy XCover4s, Galaxy Xcover FieldPro, Galaxy Xcover Pro, Galaxy Xcover5
Current Models for Quarterly Security Updates
Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S8 Active, Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+, Galaxy Note8
Galaxy A2 Core, Galaxy A10, Galaxy A10e, Galaxy A10s, Galaxy A20, Galaxy A20e, Galaxy A20s, Galaxy A30s, Galaxy A40, Galaxy A50s, Galaxy A60, Galaxy A70, Galaxy A70s, Galaxy A80, Galaxy A90 5G
Galaxy A01, Galaxy A01 Core, Galaxy A11, Galaxy A21, Galaxy A21s, Galaxy A31, Galaxy A41, Galaxy A51, Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A71, Galaxy A71 5G
Galaxy A02, Galaxy A02s, Galaxy A12, Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A42 5G, Galaxy A72
Galaxy M10s, Galaxy M30s, Galaxy M40
Galaxy M01, Galaxy M11, Galaxy M21, Galaxy M31, Galaxy M31s, Galaxy M51, Galaxy M12
Galaxy F62
Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019), Galaxy Tab A 8 (2019), Galaxy Tab A with S pen, Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020), Galaxy Tab A7, Galaxy Tab Active2, Galaxy Tab Active Pro, Galaxy Tab Active3
Galaxy Tab S5e, Galaxy Tab S6, Galaxy Tab S6 5G, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Tab S7+, Galaxy View2
W20 5G, W21 5G
Enterprise Models: Galaxy A8 (2018)
Current Models for Biannual Security Updates
Galaxy S8 Lite, Galaxy Note FE
Galaxy A6, Galaxy A6+, Galaxy A7 (2018), Galaxy A8+ (2018), Galaxy A8 Star, Galaxy A8s, Galaxy A9 (2018), Galaxy A30
Galaxy J2 Core, Galaxy J3 (2017), Galaxy J3 Top, Galaxy J4, Galaxy J4+, Galaxy J4 Core, Galaxy J5 (2017), Galaxy J6, Galaxy J6+, Galaxy J7 (2017), Galaxy J7 Duo, Galaxy J7 Prime2, Galaxy J7 Pop, Galaxy J7 Top, Galaxy J7 Max, Galaxy J7 Neo, Galaxy J7+, Galaxy J8
Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20, Galaxy M30
Galaxy Tab A (2017), Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018), Galaxy Tab S4, Galaxy Tab E 8 Refresh
Updates
Snapdragon Galaxy S21 FE models grab November 2024 security update
Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for the Snapdragon variants of the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone. This update is already out for Exynos models in Europe.
The fresh update improves system security and stability, providing a better Galaxy experience. It is currently rolling out in India and the company will soon expand to more countries.
November 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Snapdragon models can be identified through One UI build version G990B2XXAGJ3. The installation package size of this update is around 350MB.
This fresh update is based on One UI 6.1 and Android 14. The company is now preparing the device for the next major update through new software.
Notably, the 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.
Moreover, 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.
Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.
To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections. The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE gets security boost with November 2024 update
One UI
Samsung One UI 7.0: Which Galaxy devices will get Android 15 Update?
Google rolled out Android 15 in mid-October and started working on the next version. Samsung is still developing the Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta for Galaxy devices. Rumors suggest that the Beta Program could start early next week.
Following the I/O 2024 event, Android vendors including Xiaomi, OPPO, and OnePlus started Public Beta for their flagships, which Samsung has not joined. The company is still working on kicking off the One UI Beta program.
One UI 6.1.1 is the latest Galaxy skin based on Android 14. The Android 15-based One UI 7 will arrive on many Samsung devices early next year. Samsung’s update policy is pretty clear, making it easy to determine which Galaxy is eligible for the next update.
The Galaxy S24 series will be the first to get One UI 7 Beta by the end of the year. The South Korean tech giant will then expand its Beta activity for other latest flagships including Galaxy Z Fold 6/Flip 6, and some older lineups including but not limited to the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 5.
Check the device list below:
Galaxy S Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy S21
- Galaxy S21+
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24 FE
Galaxy Z Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
Galaxy Tab Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Tab A9 / A9+
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
- Galaxy Tab S8 / S8+ / Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 / S9+ / S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE / S9 FE+
Galaxy A/M/F Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy A06
- Galaxy A05s / A15 / A25 /A35 /A55
- Galaxy A14 / A24 / A34 / A54
- Galaxy A33 / A53 / A73
- Galaxy M14 / F14
- Galaxy M34 / M54 / F54
- Galaxy M35 /M55 / F55
If you don’t find your Galaxy device on the list mentioned above, don’t panic. As the year progresses, we will update the list according to device eligibility. Do note that the list is compiled on previous rollouts, software guarantees, and experience.
The official list will only come when the stable One UI 7 rollout begins next year.
Updates
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE gets security boost with November 2024 update
Ahead of Galaxy S24 FE and Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung has started rolling out the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone. The update is live for users in Europe and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
November 2024 security patch for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone arrives with One UI build version G990BXXSBGXJ3. Users will have to download a package size of 360MB to install the update.
The fresh patch improves the system’s security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience. It includes the latest security patch to boost security by fixing several bugs.
November 2024 security patch is now available, bringing important fixes from both Google and Samsung. It resolves 52 security issues in total, with 38 of those being considered high-level by Google. There’s also one problem that doesn’t affect Galaxy phones.
Moreover, Samsung has worked on 13 additional fixes, mostly around features like user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and settings. This update will make sure your Galaxy devices stay safe and work better.
It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models. 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.
Notably, the November 2024 update is available for Exynos variants of the Galaxy S21 FE and will soon be available for Snapdragon models. The update is based on One UI 6.1 and Android 14. The Galaxy S21 FE is also eligible for the next major update, One UI 7.