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August 2022 security update rolling out for Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
After a bunch of flagships and mid-range Galaxy smartphones, Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has also started grabbing the August 2022 Android security patch update to enhance the overall device performance and users’ experience.
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The Galaxy A42 is a year-old Samsung product that came pre-packed with the Android 10 operating system and is currently providing its services with Android 12-based One UI 4.1 OS.
According to Samsung’s software update policy, the device is also eligible for Android 13-based One UI 5.0, which will be its last major update. The Korean company has already released the One UI 5.0 beta for Galaxy S22 series that introducing many new features. You can check out the official One UI 5.0 Beta 1 changelog here.
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Coming to the current software update, Samsung Galaxy A42 is receiving the August 2022 update with improved system security. These improvements will further protect your phone from bugs and viruses and will keep your files and data safe and secure.
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On the other side, the enhanced stability ensures a seamless Galaxy experience. It boosts the device’s functionality in every possible aspect and reduces issues like app crashing, slow app loading, display flickering, and system lagging.
While the official changelog only mentions these two optimizations, the Samsung security support page reveals that the August 2022 security patch comes with a bunch of privacy and security-related issues and exploits.
These include 31 SVE items that are related to MAC address leak issues, improper access control security buds, Samsung Dialer, Samsung Dex, Samsung Knox, and many more.
Software version:
August 2022 Android security patch update is rolling out to the Galaxy A42 smartphones with One UI build version A426BXXU3DVG3.
As per the report, it is released in many Asian and European markets, including Australia, Bulgaria, France, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Poland, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Thailand, the Baltic region, the Nordic region, and the Philippines.
How to download manually:
- Head over to the Settings of your phone.
- Scroll down and enter the Software update section.
- Tap on Download and install option.
- Wait for a while for the device to check available activity.
- Hit the Download button.
- Once downloaded, Install the update and fetch the latest update to your phone.
Samsung Android 13 Coverage:
- Samsung Android 13 One UI 5.0 Eligible Devices
- One UI 5.0 Update Progress Report
- One UI 5.0 Beta – Registration Guide
- One UI 5.0 Beta – Rollback Guide
- One UI 5.0 Beta ROM – Download Link
- One UI 5.0 Features and Tweaks
Samsung is rolling out the One UI 7 update to several Galaxy devices. Owners of Samsung’s flagship phones, foldables, and tablets have received the update in several markets, while select Galaxy A phones have also joined the party.
Android 15-based One UI 7 introduces a brand new interface. The Quick Settings and Notification Panel are redesigned to offer a fresh feel. Icons are modern and dynamically colored, while shapes are unified to offer a unified look.
Now Bar is available across the entire Galaxy lineup, while the lock screen placement differs. The position of the in-screen fingerprint area is the key factor behind alignment, while it’s at the middle of the screen on non-premium devices.
Samsung devices getting the One UI 7 update gain new features and UI changes as per their hardware specifications. The company has tried to expand features as much as it can, but the availability is not universal.
Here’s a list of devices that have received the update so far:
Galaxy S Series
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy S23 series
- Galaxy S22 series
- Galaxy S21 series
- Galaxy S24 FE, S23 FE and S21 FE
Galaxy Z Series
- Galaxy Z Flip6 and Fold6
- Galaxy Z Flip5 and Fold5
- Galaxy Z Flip4 and Fold4
- Galaxy Z Flip3 and Fold3
- Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
Galaxy Tab S Series
- Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9, Plus and Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8, Plus and Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE and FE+
- Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+
Galaxy A Series
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A16
- Galaxy A15
Note that the rollout is expanding gradually. Your phone’s availability may vary by region or carrier. Meanwhile, you can force the update fetching process through Settings > Software update > Download and install.
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May 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones in the US can be identified via One UI build versions F956U1UES2BYE3 and F741U1UES2BYE3, respectively. The installation package size is around 480MB.
This new security update is based on Android 15, and the company has already started testing the One UI 8 build internally. One UI 8 will bring several enhancements and features for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6, one of which could be Selfie Video Log.
Source – Samsung Mobile Press
At the moment, the fresh security update makes your Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 smartphones ready for future updates. It enhances the security and stability of the device by fixing a bunch of issues. Also, if you are facing battery draining issue, this update might improve it.
You can download the update via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. If you have received the update, follow the on-screen instructions to make your device more secure and stable. More users in the US will soon receive this update.
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After South Korea, Samsung has pushed the One UI 7-based May 2025 security update to Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones in the US. This update is live for locked models on the Verizon and US Cellular network carriers.
The Korean tech giant is rolling out the latest software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. It also optimizes system stability to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
May 2025 security update for the Galaxy S24 series arrives in the US with One UI build versions given below.
- S921USQS4BYE4 – Galaxy S24
- S926USQS4BYE4 – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928USQS4BYE4 – Galaxy S24 Ultra
Users of the Galaxy S24 can download the update via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. The update is rolling out gradually, so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
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After installing the One UI 7 update, several Galaxy S24 series users are facing battery draining issues. It’s normal for battery life to drop a little right after a major update, but now it’s been weeks, and the battery drain issue is still happening. The fresh update might improve it.
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Additionally, the update brings new designs for various apps, which further improve the overall look and feel of the system. It also installs the April 2025 security patch to improve system security and stability.
Users of the Galaxy A35 smartphone are getting the One UI 7 update in the Middle East via One UI build version A356EXXU4BYDC and an installation package size of 3.5 GB. Samsung is expected to soon roll out this major update for users in India and the US.
You can download the update via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. If the update is available, download it now to enjoy new features and enhancements.
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The new update installs the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability. It also makes these devices work smoother on One UI 7 by fixing issues.
May 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 can be identified via One UI build versions F741BXXS2BYDF and F956BXXS2BYDF, respectively. Users will have to download around 400MB package to install the update.
The fresh update is based on Android 15, and Samsung has already started internal testing the One UI 8 build based on Android 16 on Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6.
The latest security patch brings important fixes to improve the safety of Galaxy devices. The update addresses 58 high-level security issues found by Google that affect all Android phones. In addition, Samsung fixed 20 more problems specific to Galaxy devices, including 13 that were explained in detail. These focus on One UI to make Galaxy phones more secure.
At the moment, the update is live for Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 in Korea and India. The company will soon make it available in all countries. You can download it via Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
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