Updates
September 2022 update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 brings snore detection feature, new watch faces and more
Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 device owners are getting the September 2022 update with a bunch of new features, watch faces, and much more. It update greatly enhances the watch’s performance to deliver a seamless functionality over the two-years-old Galaxy smartwatch.
Going by the new information, Tizen-based Galaxy Watch 3 devices are getting this hefty software update with a build version ending with DVH4. And, it bears the updated package size of around 52MB.
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Furthermore, Samsung brings two new watch faces with enriched style and customizable options for Galaxy Watch 3 smartwatches with the September 2022 update. These are named Pro analog, number with gradient.
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In addition to this, the update improves the Samsung Health app and adds new features to it. It optimizes the indicator for the daily activity that syncs Mobile Fitness data for better convenience.
In addition to this, the snore detection feature has been added. It will use the microphone of your device to listen to the sounds you make while you sleep and you can check how much you snore while you are sleeping on the Samsung Health application.
For more information, below you can complete the changelog for this update:
Changelog (machine translated):
Watch face
- Have fun with new and improved watch faces with enriched style and customizable options.
- Two new clock faces have been added. (Pro analog, number with gradient)
Samsung Health
- The updated “daily activity indicator” syncs mobile fitness data for better convenience.
- Provides a recording function once snoring is detected when using your cellphone while sleeping.
How to update:
Head over to the Galaxy Wearable app on your connected phone and tap on Watch settings followed by the Watch software update. Now on the Home tab, tap Watch software update. Finally, hit the Download and install option to see the available software update.
Do note that the update is rolling out in batches so it might take some time to reach your device.
Updates
December 2024 security update rolls out to Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6
Samsung has begun releasing the December 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones. The update is currently rolling out in the update in Korea and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
December 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones can be verified through One UI build version F956NKSS2AXKC and F741NKSS2AXKC respectively. Users will have to download a 380MB package to install the update.
This fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1 update. Users of these phones are waiting for the One UI 7 Beta update to try new features and improvements ahead of the official release.
December 2024 security patch addresses over 45 vulnerabilities, including both Google and Samsung-specific issues to enhance device security.
This update incorporates 6 critical and 28 high-level fixes from Google. Additionally, one previously resolved issue has been readdressed, and another is not relevant to Samsung devices.
On the Samsung side, 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products have been patched. The update also includes 8 fixes listed under Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE), focusing on the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth functionality, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
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.
Updates
Samsung rolls out second November 2024 update to Galaxy S24 series
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
Updates
Galaxy Watch 7 November 2024 security update live in Europe
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