Updates
New Samsung Galaxy S21 August 2021 update improves Camera performance
The international variants of the Galaxy S21 series had already received the latest security patch in select markets. Meanwhile, Samsung is now rolling out a new software update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra in South Korea, which also includes the August 2021 patch and Camera enhancements.
According to the info, Samsung pushed a new firmware for the Galaxy S21 lineup in South Korea, which brings improvements to the Camera performance. It’s worth mentioning that the company is focusing to enhance the imaging capabilities of its Camera-focussed flagship series.
Other than the Camera improvements, the update brings enhancements to the stability of the Galaxy S21 series devices as well as improves the system security by installing the August 2021 security patch, as mentioned at the start of the article.
Below, you can see the changelog, followed by firmware versions:
- Changelog:
- Camera performance improvements
- Applied stabilization code related to device operation
- Applied stabilization code related to device security
- Firmware version:
- Galaxy S21 – G991NKSU3AUGM
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996NKSU3AUGM
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998NKSU3AUGM
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Will this update come to other regions?
Currently, it’s difficult to say anything on the expansion of the new Galaxy S21 August 2021 update with camera improvements as it’s only rolling out in South Korea. We can expect that the company could give the same treatment to the international variants in near future.
August security bulletin
A few days back, Samsung released the August 2021 security bulletin, which reveals this update brings fixes for 38 CVEs from Google (including 3 critical) and 8 SVEs from Samsung in order to enhance the overall device stability.
Check for updates manually
You can check for the new update manually by opening your device’s Settings, finding and selecting the Software updates menu, waiting until the phone detects a new over the air update, and finally tapping on Download and install button.
December 2024 is going on and Samsung is releasing the second November 2024 update for the Galaxy S23 series models in the US. The update is rolling out for unlocked models and could be available to locked models in the coming days or weeks.
Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra models are getting a new update in the US with One UI builds S911U1UEU5CXJR, S916U1UEU5CXJR, and S918U1UEU5CXJR respectively.
The fresh update improves the stability and reliability of the device for a better Galaxy experience. It is also expected to fix some issues encountered in the previous version to make your smartphone more secure and reliable.
However, the changelog does not include any new features or changes. It is essential to important to install the update to open the way for future updates and One UI 7 Beta.
For installation, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
Samsung recently started the One UI 7 Beta Program for the Galaxy S24 series and it is expected to expand to more Galaxy devices including the S23 series soon. The beta update lets you enjoy new features and enhancements on your devices ahead of the official release.
Samsung has begun releasing the December 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones. The update is currently rolling out in the update in Korea and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
December 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones can be verified through One UI build version F956NKSS2AXKC and F741NKSS2AXKC respectively. Users will have to download a 380MB package to install the update.
This fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1 update. Users of these phones are waiting for the One UI 7 Beta update to try new features and improvements ahead of the official release.
December 2024 security patch addresses over 45 vulnerabilities, including both Google and Samsung-specific issues to enhance device security.
This update incorporates 6 critical and 28 high-level fixes from Google. Additionally, one previously resolved issue has been readdressed, and another is not relevant to Samsung devices.
On the Samsung side, 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products have been patched. The update also includes 8 fixes listed under Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE), focusing on the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth functionality, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
To check the update, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
We are in December 2024 and Samsung has started releasing the second November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S24 series. The update is currently available for users in Europe and may expand to more countries soon.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are getting a second November 2024 security update via the One UI build version S921BXXU4AXK4, S926BXXU4AXK4, and S928BXXU4AXK4 respectively.
The fresh update enhances the stability of some functions to provide a better experience. In addition, it also improves the security of the device by fixing some bugs for smoother performance. However, the exact details of the enhancements are not given in the changelog.
Users will have to download a 570 MB package to install the firmware update on their smartphone. For installation, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to start the One UI 7 Beta Program soon for the Galaxy S24 series. Recently, a new build appeared for the Galaxy S24 series, suggesting the beta update is just around the corner.
If you are using a Galaxy S24 smartphone in Europe, install the update now to get enhanced security. In addition, it is the way towards the One UI 7 Beta.
Samsung moves closer to One UI 7 Beta release for Galaxy S24