Updates
New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 update brings April 2022 security patch in the US
It’s over a couple of weeks since Samsung started releasing the April 2022 security patch updates to its devices. Multiple Galaxy phones including the Galaxy Z Fold 2 has received update in various regions around the world.
In a recent development, Samsung has begun pushing the April 2022 Android security patch update for the US’s Galaxy Z Fold 2 smartphone owners. This update primarily improves the security and reliability of the system alongside protecting it from bugs and viruses.
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Additionally, Samsung’s April 2022 security patch fixes a total of 88 vulnerabilities and exploits from Samsung and Google in order to further boost the phone’s performance. However, the official support page mentions 27 high and 18 moderate levels of CVEs fixes.
These vulnerabilities are related to improper access controls in S Secure, Samsung Contacts app, Knox Manage, StroageManager, StroageManagerService, One UI Home, Samsung DeX Home, and more.
Notably, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 April 2022 update is released for the US unlocked models. While it’s expected that the company won’t take much time to spread the update to more users in different countries.
As of now, you can identify the fresh firmware for this device through the Oen UI build version F916U1UES2GVC8. And, to download it, go to Settings of your smartphone then Software update >> Download and install. Now follow the on-screen prompt to get access to the latest changes.
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Samsung October 2024 One UI Updates List
October 2024 started with the SDC24 event, where Samsung shared important updates about its software and products. One of the big announcements was the upcoming One UI 7 Beta update for developers, which will be released at the end of this year. While this is a change from last year, some users get disappointed by the timeline. However, Samsung never forgets to release its monthly update on time.
On the 5th day of this month, Samsung began releasing the October 2024 security patch for Galaxy devices to enhance security and stability. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, launched in late September 2024, is the first smartphone to receive the October 2024 security update. Several more Galaxy devices will get this update in the coming days.
October 2024 security update fixes several vulnerabilities and boosts the overall security of the devices. Samsung will soon release the details and updated devices list on the scope page.
Below you can check a list of Galaxy devices that have received the October 2024 security update.
Samsung One UI October 2024 Updates List
11/09
- Samsung brings October 2024 security update to Galaxy A55 5G
10/09
- Samsung Galaxy A13 secures October 2024 update ahead of many flagships
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 receiving October 2024 security update
- Samsung rolls out October 2024 update to Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6
09/09
- Samsung Galaxy S24 grabs ‘crucial’ October 2024 update in the US
05/09
- Samsung drops October 2024 security update, Galaxy S24 FE takes the lead.
*More devices will be added to this list as Samsung releases the update for them.
If you have a Samsung device from the list above and haven’t updated it yet, go ahead and do it now. If your device isn’t on the list, you can manually check for updates by going to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. You can share software updates screenshots and details by tagging our social media accounts.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 gets October 2024 security update in Canada
Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra users are getting an October 2024 security update in Canada. This update improves system security and stability to enhance the overall performance.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in Canada can verify the October 2024 security update via the One UI builds given below.
- S921WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24
- S926WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928WVLS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24 Ultra
The latest security patch includes critical updates from both Google and Samsung. Notably, Google’s patch resolves 2 critical vulnerabilities and 28 high-level issues, although one was previously addressed, and two do not apply to Galaxy devices.
On the other side, 12 Samsung vulnerabilities have been fixed which are related to system services and Knox to ensure a more secure user experience. Additionally, Samsung Semiconductor has also added a fix to boost performance.
The installation package size of this update is around 440MB. If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. Also, you can check the update manually.
To manually check for updates, users can navigate to their phone’s Settings, scroll to the Software Update section, and select the “Download and Install” option if a new OTA is available
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Apps
Google App bringing back Material 3 design for bottom bar
Google App is updating its bottom navigation bar by bringing back a more modern design called Material 3. This change introduces a new pill-shaped indicator that shows which tab you’re using.
The revamped bottom navigation bar arrives with the latest beta version 15.40 of the Google App, thanks to 9to5Google. With the fresh design, Google aims to make it easier for users to navigate.
Instead of just highlighting the tab icon you’re on, the new design surrounds the icon with a pill shape to make it clearer and more appealing. Google app initially introduced this design in 2023 but later decided to revert to its previous look. Now, after some changes, the app has once again been back with the updated look.
Aside from the testing new design, the company is also looking into a new verification feature for its Search function. This feature would give verified businesses a blue checkmark, similar to what you see in Gmail to help users easily identify trustworthy sources online.
Not everyone has access to Google App’s latest beta update yet, but users can force-stop the app through their device settings if they don’t see the new look right away. With the return of Material 3 design and new features on the way, users can look forward to a more enhanced experience in the Google App.
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