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Galaxy S20 at T-Mobile getting August 2022 security patch in the US

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Update

On February 11, 2020, Samsung launched its new Galaxy S flagship series, consisting of three handsets – Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20. These devices came with Android 10-based One UI 2.1 out of the box and become the first to get the Android 11 Beta and Stable update last year.

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Last month, Samsung upgraded the Galaxy S20 series devices to the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 operating system. Apart from big software updates, these devices are also eligible for new security patch updates on a monthly basis until 2024, thanks to the new Samsung update policy.

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[September 14, 2022]

T-Mobile locked Galaxy S20 series smartphones are receiving the August 2022 security patch update in the US. It can be identified via PDA version numbers G981USQU3FVH1, G986USQU3FVH1 and G988USQU3FVH1 for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus and Galaxy S20 Ultra, respectively.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Update

[September 03, 2022]

Samsung is releasing the second August 2022 security update for Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra in Germany. The update brings system stability and security improvements to enhance user experience.

In addition to this, this update also upgrades some stock apps including Samsung Notes, Internet, Health, SmartThings, Members, Wallet, Smart Switch, Calculator, and Voice recorder.

Updated Versions

  • G980FXXUEFVH3  – Galaxy S20
  • G985FXXUEFVH3  – Galaxy S20+
  • G988FXXUEFVH3  – Galaxy S20 Ultra

Installation Package Size:

  • 200MB approx.


July 19, 2022

Samsung is expanding the July 2022 Android security patch update in India. The update comes with improvements for system security and stability while fixing the common issues that affect users’ experience.

The update holds the One UI build version G980BXXSEFVF4, G985BXXSEFVF4, and G988BXXSEFVF4 for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra respectively.

 


 

June 30, 2022

The carrier-unlocked models of the Samsung Galaxy S20 trio is getting the June 2022 Android security patch update in the US.

The update comes with 60 privacy and security-realted issues and exploits to improve the overall device’s performance and maintain users’ experience.

You can identify it through One UI build version G980U1UES2FVE5, G985U1UES2FVE5, and G988U1UES2FVE5 for S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra in the US.

If you want to manually check for the latest update, head to your device Settings, tap on Software updates, and finally hit the Download and install button.

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June 29, 2022

The Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphone users are now receiving the June 2022 Android security patch update in the Indian market.

The update installs June 2022 patch with fixes for over 60 bugs and issues in order to provide you with a better overall user experience and stable software system.

 


 

June 27, 2022

Samsung Galaxy S20 carrier-locked models are getting June 2022 security update in the US. It improves system security by installing the latest patch.

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

Updated Software Version

  • Galaxy S20 – G980USQU2FV1
  • Galaxy S20+ – G985USQU2FV1
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988USQU2FV1

 


 

June 21, 2022

Samsung is releasing the June 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphone users in India.

This update installs improvements for system security and stability alongside boosting the overall device’s performance to provide users with seamless performance.

Software versions:

  • Galaxy S20 – G980FXXSEFVE6
  • Galaxy S20+ – G985BXXUEFVDB
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB

 


 

May 26, 2022

Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra smartphone owners are getting the May 2022 Android security patch update in UAE. This update upgrades 9 stock apps to boost the phone’s performance in every aspect.

Additionally, the update also aims at improving the security and stability of the system to main the users’ experience.

Software versions:

  • Galaxy S20 – G981BXXUEFVDB
  • Galaxy S20+ – G986BXXUEFVDB
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB


 

May 04, 2022

May 2022 security patch – Europe

Samsung May 2022 Android security patch update is rolling out to the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra smartphone users in Germany. It comes with 7 Critical, 23 High, and 3 Moderate levels of CVEs to boost the overall device functionality.

Update versions:

  • Galaxy S20 – G981BXXUEFVDB
  • Galaxy S20+ – G986BXXUEFVDB
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXUEFVDB

May 02, 2022

April 2022 security patch – Brazil, Europe, and India

Samsung Galaxy S20 April 2022 security update is rolling out in Brazil and Europe. This update comes with better system security and stability alongside bringing fixes for 88 privacy-related vulnerabilities to enhance the overall device performance. Read the full story here.

Along with this, the company is also releasing April 2022 security update for Galaxy S20 LTE in India. It carries the One UI build version G985FXXSDFVC9. Read more here.


 

March 06, 2022

February 2022 security patch – US [Carrier Locked]

Samsung is now expanding its February 2022 security patch to the carrier-locked Galaxy S20 series smartphone in the US.

Identified via PDA release number EVB3, the update enhances overall system security and stability. It might also bring new updates to stock applications.

The update is rolling out by various carriers including AT&T, Bluegrass Cellular, Cellular South, Comcast, Sprint, Verizon, and Xfinity Mobile.


February 21, 2022

February 2022 security patch – US

Samsung is now expanding its February 2022 security patch update to more Galaxy S20 series smartphone users in the US.

In the latest development, the company has started to rollout the February 2022 security patches to the T-Mobile and Sprint carrier-branded Galaxy S20 units in the US.

  • Galaxy S20 – G981USQS2EVB3
  • Galaxy S20+ – G986USQS2EVB3
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988USQS2EVB3

 


 

January 30, 2022

February 2022 security patch – India

Samsung started rolling out the February 2022 security patch to the Galaxy S20 series smartphone models in the Indian market.

A Galaxy S20+ owner confirmed the arrival of the February 2022 security patch by sharing the screenshot after installing the latest OTA.

  • Galaxy S20
    • G980FXXUDEVA9
  • Galaxy S20+
      • G985FXXUDEVA9
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra
      • G988BXXUDEVA9

 


 

November 08

November 2021 Security Patch – India

The Galaxy S20 series smartphones now receiving the November 2021 security patch in India through new firmware updates. This update brings fixes for a lot of CVEs and SVEs from Google and Samsung.

Software Versions

  • Galaxy S20 – G980FXXSCDUJ5
  • Galaxy S20 Plus – G985FXXSCDUJ5
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXSCDUJ5


 

October 31

November 2021 Security Patch – GermanySamsung is already rolling out the November 2021 security patch update for the last year’s Galaxy S20 flagship lineup in Europe (Germany). Read more here

 


 

October 14

October 2021 Security PatchThe Galaxy S20 series devices had already received the October 2021 security patch update in South Korea and Europe.

Now, the company is releasing the latest security improvements to the devices without carrier bounding in the US [Source].

The update can be identified via PDA version numbers:

  • Galaxy S20 – G981U1UES2DUI5
  • Galaxy S20+ – G986U1UES2DUI5
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988U1UES2DUI5

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You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.

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 releases Good Lock April 2024 update with improvements, fixes

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Samsung Good Lock update

Samsung rolling out the Good Lock April 2024 update through the Galaxy Store. The release brings functional improvements and bug fixes to Samsung’s One UI customization suite.

Samsung Good Lock April 2024 Update

The update’s changelog mentions improvement for the “Update all” function. Bug fixes are also included which should improve the customization experience. Hence, Galaxy users are advised to install the latest version as soon as they receive it via the Galaxy Store.

Good Lock’s latest update comes as a fresh release over the last that happened in late January. The application hasn’t received any new updates in February and March. This makes the April release a significant update in terms of bringing improvements.

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We’ve received the latest Good Lock update on Galaxy S24 Ultra, S23 Ultra and S22 Ultra. It appears flagship phones are getting it on a broader scale, however, availability may vary by region. If you already have Good Lock installed, head towards Galaxy Store’s Updates section.

Being on the latest release of the phone’s software and app’s version significantly improves the overall user experience. Samsung also recommends you be on the newest version to enjoy the latest features and seamless experiences on your Galaxy.

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Samsung expands Galaxy S23 April 2024 update to Korea

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Samsung galaxy S23 April 2024 update Korea

Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones are getting an April 2024 security update in Korea, following the release in the US, India, Canada, and Europe. The update improves system security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience.

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series can identify the April 2024 security update in Korea through One UI build version S91xNKSS2CXD5 and an installation package size of around 366.43MB.

The latest patch fixes over 40 issues to make the smartphone more secure, stable, and reliable. It mainly resolves problems related to Storage Manager Service, Out of bounds write, and more.

You can check the update by navigating 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’s April 2024 update for Galaxy Tab S9 series now available in Europe

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 April 2024 update Europe

Samsung has released the April 2024 security update for its Galaxy Tab S9 series in Europe, following an initial release in Korea. This update is based on the One UI 6.1 and is mainly focused on improving security and stability for the devices.

April 2024  security update for Samsung Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra in Europe can be recognized by the One UI build version ending with BXD2 and weighing around 340MB.

It is important to note that this update does not introduce any new features or changes but addresses several security issues. It includes fixes for one critical and 26 high-level security vulnerabilities, along with 17 issues specific to Samsung.

Users of the Galaxy Tab S9 series in Europe can manually check for this update. To do so, they should go to the “System Settings” of their device, select the “Software update” option, and then click on “Download and install.”

If any update is available, install it now. This process will ensure that their device is up-to-date with the latest security provided by Samsung.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series grabbing April 2024 security update

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