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Samsung Galaxy S20 series was the first to get the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta as well as stable via software update last year. Later on, the company has also delivered some of the smart camera features from the Galaxy S21 series to the S20 and Note 20 owners with One UI 3.1 update globally.

Now, as per the latest information, Verizon started sending a new firmware update to the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra models in the US. This is not just a security update as its changelog shows us three new camera features that will be added to the Galaxy S20 phones after installing this OTA.

Users can identify this update via release versions: G988USQU1DUD3, G986USQU1DUD3, and G981VSQU1DUD3 for the Galaxy S20 Ultra, S20+, and S20 5G UW respectively. Since this FOTA is spreading in a staged manner in the United States so it may take some time be arrive on every Verizon locked Galaxy S20 unit.

According to the update log, Verizon releasing April 2021 security patch and three new smart camera features called Pro Mode – Ultra Wide, Mono/Backdrop Effects, and Auto Night Mode. Accordingly, the Galaxy S20 series smartphone users will use the ultrawide lens in Pro and Pro Video camera modes.

Furthermore, the stock Camera application will allow users to change the background for portrait shots by using several newly added effects including High-Key Mono, Low-Key Mono, and Backdrop.

Lastly, the Night mode will turn on automatically when the user captures an image in low light conditions in Photo, Portrait, and Hyperlapse camera modes as well.

WHAT’S CHANGING:

    • This software update provides the latest Android security patch, and new camera features shown below.

Pro Mode – Ultra Wide

  • Ultra wide lens is now available in Pro and Pro Video camera modes.

Portrait – Mono/Backdrop Effects

  • Change the background for portrait shots using the new High-Key Mono, Low-Key Mono, and Backdrop effects.

Auto Night Mode

  • Photo, Portrait, and Hyperlapse camera modes now automatically detect low light conditions and turn on Night mode for optimal quality.

HOW TO CHECK FOR UPDATES:

  • Open device’s Settings
  • Scroll down and select Software updates
  • Tap on the Download and install option.

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James is the lead content creator on Sammy Fans and mostly works on Samsung's firmware section. His first phone was the Galaxy S4 and continues to get new S series devices. Most of the time, James tries to learn about new technologies and gadgets but he also sneaks a bit of free time to nearby rivers and nature.

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Samsung November 2024 One UI Updates

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Samsung One UI Home 6.1.1 update

Samsung Galaxy devices getting November 2024 updates. One UI 7 Beta remains a hot topic of discussion, due to later this year’s release. The company is ensuring the OS security on Galaxy devices with the November SMR.

November 2024 updates have been rolling out to Samsung devices sequentially. To be noted, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE was the first device to receive the OTA. Interestingly, the rollout was kicked off in the last week of October 2024.

Samsung is continuously expanding the November 2024 security patch. The latest software update brings fixes for 52 vulnerabilities for Android on Galaxy. One UI also getting fixes for plenty of vulnerabilities identified in the previous months.

Over the next few days, the remaining Galaxy devices will also update to the latest patches. You may experience enhanced performance, smoother functioning, and reliable system animations and transitions given various bug fixes.

Samsung has a wide range of Galaxy devices, which keep updating regularly. Flagship phones remain the priority, but mid-range and affordable models also grab the latest software updates as per their schedule and eligibility.

November 2024 Updates

November 9:

Having issues using Android Auto on your Samsung Galaxy phone after the recent November 2024 security update? You’re not alone, head over here to read the complete story.

November 6:

Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Galaxy S23 series (carrier-unlocked) have also received the November patch.

November 6:

  1. Samsung rolling out the November patch update for the unlocked Galaxy S24 series, bringing an upgraded Auto Blocker with a new Maximum restrictions toggle.
  2. Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. It also includes the Maximum restrictions function for One UI’s Auto Blocker.

November 5:

Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra phones in the US.

  • Software versions: S911USQS5CXI8, S916USQS5CXI8, and S918USQS5CXI8.

November 4:

Verizon’s Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra getting the latest security update in the US.

  • Software versions: S921USQS4AXJA, S926USQS4AXJA, and S928USQS4AXJA

October 30:

Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, making it the first Galaxy device to receive the latest patch.

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Unlocked US Galaxy S23 models getting November 2024 security update

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Unlocked Galaxy S23 November 2024 update

Following locked models, Samsung has now started rolling out the November 2024 security update for unlocked models of Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra in the US. The update improves system security and stability to provide a better experience.

Users of unlocked Samsung Galaxy S23 models are getting a November 2024 security update with the One UI builds version given below.

  • S911U1UES5CXI8 – Galaxy S23
  • S916U1UES5CXI8 – Galaxy S23 Plus
  • S918U1UES5CXI8 – Galaxy S23 Ultra

The latest security update is here for the Galaxy S23 series, and it brings security fixes from both Google and Samsung. In total, 52 bugs and vulnerabilities have been patched in Android and Samsung software. Out of these, 38 are considered high-level by Google. There’s also one issue that doesn’t affect Galaxy devices.

Unlocked Galaxy S23 November 2024 update

However, Samsung has also fixed 13 other problems, mostly related to multiple user profiles, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, Settings, and Maintenance Mode. All in all, this update will help keep your Galaxy devices running safely and smoothly.

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.

Samsung Galaxy S23 grabs November 2024 security update in the US

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Verizon reveals Android 15 November 2024 security patch details

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Google has not yet released the latest security update for Pixel phones. Meanwhile, US carrier Verizon has already revealed the November 2024 security patch details for Google Pixel devices running Android 15.

Verizon support page (via 9to5Google) reveals that the Android 15 November 2024 security patch brings general improvements and stability to UI and animations. The page suggests that the rollout should have started on November 5, which didn’t.

Looks like Google addressed some major issues related to functional stability. Pixel 9 series users can expect even better and smoother animations. The November patch is said to bring stability in certain UI transitions and animations.

Apart from this, the carrier’s release notes contain details about the latest security patch coming to the Pixel 9 series. There are also details of what’s coming out for the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel 8 series in the next few days.

Changelog:

  • The current software update provides:
    • The most up-to-date Android security patches on your device.
    • General improvements for performance and stability in certain UI transitions and animations.

The changelog shared above lists general changes and improvements applicable to all Pixel phones. However, the release notes for the Pixel 9 series and Pixel 9 Pro Fold detail a bunch of changes and bug fixes.

Pixel 9 Pro November patch release notes:

Security

  • Provides the most up to date Android security patches on your device.

Bluetooth

  • Addressed an issue with Bluetooth range under certain conditions.

Camera

  • Addressed an issue with camera tilt when zooming between cameras under certain conditions.

Sensors

  • Addressed an issue that occasionally prevented Adaptive brightness from activating in certain conditions.

Touch

  • Addressed an issue when pressing the keyboard dismiss button in certain conditions.

User interface

  • General improvements for performance and stability in certain UI transitions and animations.

Display & Graphics

  • Resolved an issue that caused white dots to flash under certain conditions.
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