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Samsung Galaxy S21 gets December 2021 patch with third Android 12-based s/w update

The Galaxy S21 series has started getting a new software update in Finland, which brings the December 2021 security patch. On November 15, Samsung had begun to release the UI 4.0 update for the S21 models, and this third post-Android 12 OTA update comes with the most up-to-date security patches.
Samsung’s December 2021 security patch brings fixes to 5 critical, 22 high and 3 moderate CVEs from Google. Among Google’s latest CVEs fixes, Samsung has already patched 1 issue with the previous security release, while 3 of them are not applicable to Galaxy devices.
In addition to the CVE fixes from Google, Samsung brought 18 SVE items, which are described here, to improve customers’ confidence in the security of Samsung Mobile devices.
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Consumers can identify the December 2021 security patch update via PDA version numbers: G998BXXS3BUL1, G996BXXS3BUL1 and G991BXXS3BUL1 for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21 Plus and Galaxy S21 respectively.
The firmware update is currently rolling out to the Galaxy S21 users in Finland, however, a broader rollout should happen in the coming days/weeks. If you want to check for updates manually, head to device Settings >> Software updates >> Download and install.
One UI 4.0 is the latest Samsung mobile software that is based on Android 12 and provides you with simple and seamless features including customization in the user interface. The all-new user interface enables you to create a customized mobile experience to meet your unique needs.
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Samsung Galaxy A14 5G September 2023 update live in the US

Samsung already started releasing the September 2023 security update for Galaxy A14 5G in Malaysia and the company is now expanding this update for locked models in the US. The update fixes over 60 security flaws found in the Galaxy smartphones and tablets, according to the official details.
It is a regular update, so it does not bring any new features or changes except security maintenance. However, it optimizes system stability to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
September 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy A14 smartphone arrives with PDA version A146USQU4BWH4 in the US. To install the latest update, you just need to open Settings, press on the Software Update option, and then click on the Download and install option. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.
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Samsung Galaxy A72 gets huge size September 2023 update [1.3GB]

Samsung Galaxy A72 users are getting a new huge update with a September 2023 security patch in India. The update brings system security improvements, functional enhancements, bug fixes, and stability optimization to provide a better experience.
Users of Galaxy A72 smartphones can identify the September 2023 security update in India through the One UI build version A725FXXU6DWH2 and a big package size of around 1.3GB.
The update fixes over 60 security flaws to make the device more secure and reliable. However, the changelog does not contain any new features or changes.
Moreover, the firmware also updates several stock apps Samsung Notes Adds-ons, Samsung Kids, Notes, Health, Members, Calculator, and Voice Recorder to the latest version.
You can get the update from Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install.
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Locked Samsung Galaxy S21 receiving September 2023 update in the US

Samsung is rolling out a new update for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra, which installs the latest Android security patch released in September 2023. The update is currently available for locked models in the US.
September 2023 update for the Samsung Galaxy S21 series can be identified through One UI build versions mentioned below.
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQS9EWI1
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQS9EWI1
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQS9EWI1
This fresh security patch fixes over 60 security flaws found in Galaxy smartphones and tablets, according to the official details. It is a regular update, so it does not bring any new features or changes except security maintenance. However, it optimizes system stability to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
To install the latest update, you just need to open Settings, press on the Software Update option, and then click on the Download and Install option. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.