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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Updates

Last August, Samsung launched its last Note lineup, the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. At the Unpacked event, the company announced that all the Galaxy flagships launched with Android 9 or later will get three years of Android upgrade support!

Debuted with Android 10-based One UI 2.5, the Galaxy Note 20 range entered the Android 11/One UI 3 beta trial last October. In December 2020, Samsung released the stable One UI version 3.0 via a software update, followed by One UI 3.1 in February 2021.

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Although the Galaxy Note 20 series received its first Android OS upgrade in the form of Android 11, it is officially confirmed to get four major upgrades. It’s running on Android 12 at the moment and will receive updates till Android 14. Also, Samsung is committed to delivering four years of regular security updates from the date of the device’s initial release.

Here we will cover every major and minor software update that will arrive for the Galaxy Note 20 series flagships.

Stay tuned here: Samsung One UI 4.1 Update Tracker

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Updates

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Updates

 

August 23

August 2022 Security Update – Brazil

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra users are getting a new update with the August 2022 security patch in Brazil.

The latest update can be identified via the One UI version N986BXXU4FVH4 and N981BXXU4FVH4 for Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Galaxy Note 20. The installation package size of this update is 249.20MB.

In addition to the security patch, the company has updated several apps including Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Kids, Health, Internet, SmartThings, Galaxy Shop, Samsung Members, Calculator, Samsung Pay, Smart Switch, and Voice Recorder.

 

July 25

July 2022 update – India

Samsung is expanding the July 2022 Android security patch update for Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in Indian markets.

This update improves system security and reliability while fixing various privacy and security-related issues and exploits in order to enhance the overall device’s performance.

You can identify this update through the One UI build version N986BXXS4FVG1 for the Galaxy Note Ultra and N981BXXS4FVG1 for the Galaxy Note 20.


 

June 22

June 2022 update – Canada

Samsung June 2022 Android security patch update is rolling out to the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra customers in Canada. This update improves system security and stability.

On the other side, it also fixes some common system issues such as system lagging, app cracking and others to provide users with seamless performance.

Software version:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981WVLU2FVEB
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986WVLU2FVEB


 

June 21

June 2022 update – India

Samsung is sending the June 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in India.

This update fixes a bunch of privacy and security-related issues and exploits to enhance the overall device’s performance.

Software version:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXS4FVEA
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986BXXS4FVEA

Galaxy Note 20 June 2022 update

 


 

June 8

Enhanced Night Portrait mode – Asia

Samsung is releasing the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphone users. This improves system security and stability.

Additionally, it adds an enhanced night portrait mode camera feature to the smartphones that will let users capture stunning pictures in dark areas as well.

Software version:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXS4FVE7
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N988BXXS4FVE7

 


 

June 1

May 2022 security update – Malaysia

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphones are getting the May 2022 Android security patch update in Malaysian markets.

It brings improvements to system security and stability. You can identify it through the following build version:

Software version:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXS4FVD6
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N988BXXS4FVD6

 

May 25

May 2022 security update – Europe

Samsung is sending a new software update for Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in Germany that installs the May 2022 Android security patch.

The update comes with better system security and stability, fixes for various privacy and security-related issues and exploits as well as 10 stock app upgrades to enhance the overall device performance.

Software version:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXU4FVE7
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986BXXU4FVE7

 


 

May 23

May 2022 security update – Canada

Samsung is releasing the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra phones in Canada.

It fixes various privacy and security-related issues and exploits including 7 critical, 23 high, and 3 moderate levels of CVEs from Google and Samsung.

Software versions:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981USQS2FVE6
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986USQS2FVE6

 


 

May 13

May 2022 security update – United Kingdom

Samsung has dispatched the May 2022 Android security patch update for the carrier-unlocked Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in the UK.

The update comes with improved system security and stability alongside fices for various bugs that slow down the device’s performance and affect users’ experience.

Software versions:

  • Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXS4FVD6
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986BXXS4FVD6

 


 

March 18

One UI 4.1 rolling out in Europe

Samsung started releasing the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy Note 20 series devices in Switzerland.

The update can be identified via PDA version numbers: N980FXXU3FVC5 and N985FXXU3FVC5 for the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra.

Exclusively introduced with Galaxy S22, the Google Duo Live Sharing feature is now reaching Galaxy Note 20 devices, thanks to One UI 4.1

Other noteworthy features that Samsung One UI 4.1 is bringing to your device are Object eraser, Enhanced Quick Share, the Grammarly-Powered Keyboard, and many more.

 


 

January 05

Verizon rolling Android 12 update

Major US carrier – Verizon started releasing the official One UI 4.0 update based on Android 12 OS to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 carrier-locked units in the US.

This update brings various new features to the consumers alongside privacy improvements as well as additional tools for a better user experience. Software versions are mentioned below:

 


December 28

Official One UI 4.0 rolling

Samsung just released the Android 12-based stable One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones in various European countries. [Source]

 

 


 

December 21

One UI 4.1 coming in February 2022

A Samsung representative said that the One UI 4.1 update will be rolled out to the Galaxy S21 Ultra in February 2022. In addition to the Galaxy S21 series, the same treatment will be given to the Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones. Read more

 


 

December 16

One UI 4 Beta 4 – South Korea

Samsung just released the fourth One UI 4 Beta update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in South Korea.

The fourth One UI 4 Beta update solves the error that disappears the bubble icon while minimizing the KakaoTalk app’s window.

  • Software version: ZULB
  • Changelog
    • Minimize KakaoTalk window, bubble icon does not disappear
    • Fix booting into safe mode or entering recovery mode after update
    • Link does not open in some apps such as Instagram and Facebook
    • Kiwoom Securities app does not run

 


 

December 07

One UI 4 Beta 3 – South Korea, the US

Samsung started releasing a new One UI 4 Beta update for the Galaxy Note 20 series smartphone users. The third Android 12-based One UI 4 Beta update is currently rolling out for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Korean and US unlocked variants. [Source]

  • Bugs that have been fixed
    • Fixed the issue of Fingerprint authentication in some apps
    • Fixed the issues that are no effective when choosing the items of Quick panel
    • Fixed data display errors about a volume monitor
    • Fixed the dimming issue about the brightness of the screen after rebooting
    • Fixed the issue of resets when the lockscreen is not resolved quickly
    • Fixed crashes on Galaxy Watch 4
    • Fixed the issue that battery runs out quickly
    • Improved disconnected operations about USB connection with Windows PC
    • Fixed minor issues

 


November 25

One UI 4 Beta 2, December 2021 security patch

Samsung rolling out the 2nd One UI 4 Beta update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra models in the US, India and South Korea, which brings the most up-to-date security patch dated December 01, 2021, as well as some bug fixes.

Changelog

  • Fixed errors that don’t work at adaptive refresh 120Hz
  • Fixed Quick share icon errors
  • Fixed errors that don’t work at Samsung’s Clear View Display Cover
  • Improved the operations of phone frame rate
  • Improved operations while searching in messages app

 


 

November 09, 2021

Samsung announced the One UI 4 Beta program based on Android 12 for the Galaxy Note 20 series in Europe. Accordingly, the company has already started rolling out the One UI 4 Beta 1 for the Galaxy Note 20 series devices in Europe. Read more

 


 

November 03, 2021

Samsung released the November 2021 security patch for the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in Europe and the US. Still, we are waiting for the Android 12-based One UI 4 Beta announcement that could happen this month.

 


 

October 13, 2021

Samsung started sending the October 2021 security patch update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in several European countries. [Source]

 


 

May 06, 2021

Samsung released Dual Recording camera mode for Galaxy Note 20 alongside May 2021 security patch in Korea. Read more here

 


 

February 18, 2021

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 One UI 3.1 update brings new smart camera features and more. Read more here

 


 

December 17, 2021

Samsung starts Android 11 One UI 3.0 global rollout for Galaxy Note 20. Read more here

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New Samsung Galaxy S23 firmware updates LTE TDD band support in Europe

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Following the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung is rolling out a new firmware update with enhanced LTE band support for the Galaxy S23 series in Europe. It is a region-specific update and aims to improve the network for a better user experience.

Users of Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones are getting the second April 2024 update in Europe with One UI build version S911BXXU3CXD3, S916BXXU3CXD3, and S918BXXU3CXD3 respectively.

WHAT’S NEW 

The new firmware of the Samsung Galaxy S23 in Europe updates the Regional LTE TDD band support to provide better network performance across various European countries.

Notably, there’s a limitation for German users. Galaxy S23 models bought in Germany will not support LTE TDD band signals in certain countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic.

Users can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.

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Galaxy S24 series’ second April 2024 update enhances LTE TDD band support

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Galaxy S24 second April 2024 update

April 2024 is going on Samsung has kicked off the second software update for users of the Galaxy S24 series in Europe. This update introduces an essential change for the Regional LTE TDD band support.

The second April 2024 update for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series updates the Regional LTE TDD band support for better network compatibility and performance across various regions.

However, it’s important to note that Galaxy S24 models purchased in Germany will not be able to receive signals in LTE TDD bands in several countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic.

In addition, the update brings bug fixes, stability optimization, and functional enhancement for the optimal performance of smartphones.

Latest Firmware

  • S928BXXU1AXCB – Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • S926BXXU1AXCB – Galaxy S24 Plus
  • S921BXXU1AXCB – Galaxy S24

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.

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Samsung Galaxy F15 gets first software update with April 2024 patch

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Samsung Galaxy F15 5G first update

Samsung has rolled out the first software update for the Galaxy F15 5G smartphone, which installs the latest Android security patch released in April 2024. It improves system security by stability by fixing over 40 issues to provide an enhanced experience.

Users can recognize the first software update of the Samsung Galaxy F15 through the One UI build versions E156BXXS1AXD3 and an installation package of 258.39MB. The update is rolling out for users in India.

Samsung Galaxy F15 smartphone features a 6.6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC for robust performance.

Talking about the camera, the smartphone offers a 50 MP main, a 5 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 13 MP front camera. The device is powered by a 6,000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging and operates on Android 14-based One UI 6. This device will soon get a One UI 6.1 update.

If you have received the notification of the April 2024 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.

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