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Galaxy S20 at T-Mobile getting August 2022 security patch in the US
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.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Latest Update
[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.
[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.
Samsung Galaxy S20 2nd Aug 2022 update – Europe #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/A4KbiExiIm
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) September 3, 2022
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.
Samsung Galaxy S20 July 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/NB7cebLMaO
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) July 19, 2022
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
Samsung Galaxy S20 May 2022 update – UAE #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/PWxOoanHA0
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 26, 2022
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+
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- G985FXXUDEVA9
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- Galaxy S20 Ultra
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- G988BXXUDEVA9
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Samsung Galaxy S20 February 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20 pic.twitter.com/y2PV7MhwUT
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 31, 2022
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
Tip
You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
We are in December 2024 and Samsung has started releasing the second November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S24 series. The update is currently available for users in Europe and may expand to more countries soon.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are getting a second November 2024 security update via the One UI build version S921BXXU4AXK4, S926BXXU4AXK4, and S928BXXU4AXK4 respectively.
The fresh update enhances the stability of some functions to provide a better experience. In addition, it also improves the security of the device by fixing some bugs for smoother performance. However, the exact details of the enhancements are not given in the changelog.
Users will have to download a 570 MB package to install the firmware update on their smartphone. For installation, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to start the One UI 7 Beta Program soon for the Galaxy S24 series. Recently, a new build appeared for the Galaxy S24 series, suggesting the beta update is just around the corner.
If you are using a Galaxy S24 smartphone in Europe, install the update now to get enhanced security. In addition, it is the way towards the One UI 7 Beta.
Samsung moves closer to One UI 7 Beta release for Galaxy S24
Samsung is rolling out the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy Watch 7 in Europe, after Korea. This update is important as it’s the first security patch for the watch since it was released in July.
Before this, the Galaxy Watch 7 had been criticized for not getting updates on time, with some models still using security patches from months before the watch was even launched.
November 2024 security update is available for Galaxy Watch 7 Bluetooth models (SM-L300, SM-L310) in Europe with firmware version ending with XXU1AXK6. However, not all models are getting the update just yet.
The update is currently not available for the 4G versions of the Galaxy Watch 7 (SM-L305F, SM-L315F) or the Galaxy Watch Ultra (SM-L705F). Samsung is expected to release the update for these models soon.
The fresh update improves the watch’s stability and reliability. The most essential part is that it adds the latest security patch for November 2024 as it makes the device more secure.
Users will have to install a 245 MB software package to install the update. You can also check for the update manually by connecting the watch to your phone, opening the Wearable app then, going to the Watch 7 settings in the app and selecting Update watch software.
Samsung releases November 2024 security update for Galaxy Watch 7
Samsung has pushed the first update for the limited-release foldable phone, Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, which installs the November 2024 security patch. The fresh update is based on One UI 6.1.1 and Android 14.
The first update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is rolling out in Korea and the company will soon make it available for all models. Users can verify the November 2024 security update with One UI build version F958NKSU2AXK4 and an installation package size of around 500MB.
The fresh update delivers the usual security fixes and may also include performance enhancements, bug fixes, and stability improvements. However, Samsung has not provided any specific details in the changelog.
Notably, November 2024 security fixes 52 vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung software. Google has patched 38 high-level issues, and one CVE doesn’t apply to Galaxy devices. Samsung has also addressed 13 issues, including bugs related to multiple users, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and Settings. These patches aim to improve security and device performance.
For those with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, updating is easy. Simply go to the Settings app, navigate to “Software update,” and select “Download and install” to receive the patch.
The update ensures that the device remains secure, stable, and possibly more efficient, though it may not include any major feature changes.