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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE grabs October 2022 security update in Germany
The Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in Germany are now getting the October 2022 Android security update. The new OTA comes with system security improvements as well as brings fixes for several critical and high levels of CVEs and SVEs for a better user experience.
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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE October 2022 Security Patch – Germany #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE #withGalaxy pic.twitter.com/uxuRsHjTqm
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) October 12, 2022
In order to download this update, do visit your phone’s Settings >> tap on Software updates >> and then click on Download and install. Now, wait for the phone to check for the available software rollout and fetch it on your smartphone.
Previous Updates
October 2022 security update – Brazil
Samsung has now expanded the October 2022 security patch update to the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in Brazil. The update carries additional improvements for the system’s security as well as functional usability. Other than this, the update changelog mentions no notable changes.
- G990EXXS3CVI5
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE October 2022 Security Update – Brazil #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/stbeWHPT4m
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) October 4, 2022
September 2022 update – India
Samsung has kicked off a new update for Galaxy S21 FE users, which brings September 2022 security patch for system security improvements. Currently, the update is rolling out in India.
In addition to security, this new update also enhances stability and reliability. Moreover, it upgrades Galaxy Wearable, Global Goals, Notes, Kids, Health, Internet, SmartThings, Members, Pay, Calculator, Smart Switch, TV Plus, and Voice Recorder to the latest version.
Identified via One UI build G990EXXU3CVH7, the September 2022 security update for Galaxy S21 FE weighs 573.76MB. If you have received this update, you can install it for a better experience.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE September 2022 security patch – India #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/emsIPDkrKG
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) September 15, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE July 2022 update – Verizon
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE locked on Verizon carrier is now receiving the latest July 2022 Android security patch update in the US. Consumers can identify the most up-to-date Android security update through PDA release number G990USQU3CVF7.
Verizon’s July 2022 update provides performance improvements and the most up-to-date Android security patches on your Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone. Other than this, the changelog page doesn’t mention any new feature or additional performance improvements.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE July 2022 update – Brazil
Samsung is sending the July 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in Brazil. The update comes with improvements for system security and stability.
At the same time, it also fixes over 50 privacy and security-related issues and exploits as well as upgrades multiple stock apps to enhance the overall device’s performance. You can identify this update through the One UI build version G990EXXU3CVG4.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE July 2022 update – Brazil #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/cdJ8aMFvXu
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) July 21, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE June 2022 update – Europe
Samsung is delivering the June 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone users in European markets. The update comes with improved system security and stability.
At the same time, it fixes over 60 privacy and security-related issues and exploits in order to improve the overall device’s performance. The update holds the One UI build version G990BXXU2CVF1.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE June 2022 update – India
Samsung is rolling out the June 2022 Android security patch update for Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in India. It installs improvements for system security and stability to enhance the phone’s functionality.
At the same time, it upgrades various stock apps to boost the overall device performance. You can identify it through the One UI build version G990EXXU2CVF1.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE June 2022 Update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/a84stVoZMF
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) June 23, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE May 2022 update – India
Samsung is sending the May 2022 Android security patch alongside a new software update for the Galaxy S21 FE users in UAE. The update fixes many privacy and security-related bugs as well as enhances system security and stability.
At the same time, the fresh software update also upgraded 8 stock apps in other to improve the overall device’s performance. It holds the One UI build version – G990EEXXU2CVDA.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE May 2022 update – UAE #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/8I3o8LBu46
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 26, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE May 2022 update – Middle East
Samsung May 2022 Android security patch update is rolling out to Galaxy S21 FE device owners in the Middle East markets. This update comes with enhanced security and stability.
Additionally, it comes with fixes for over a dozen of CVEs and upgrades for 7 stock apps in order to improve the phone’s performance in every aspect.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE May 2022 update – Middle East #Samsung #GalaxyS21FE pic.twitter.com/BGCqUmomFT
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) May 18, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE May 2022 update – Asia, Europe
Samsung is sending the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users in Asian and European markets. This update improves the security and stability of your device.
At the same time, it fixes over a dozen of CVEs from Google and Samsung to enrich the overall device performance. You can identify it via One UI build version G990BXXU2CVD9 in Europe and G990EXXU2CVDA in Asia.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE February 2022 update – India
Recently, Samsung began rolling out the Galaxy S21 FE February 2022 security update in various markets. However, the Indian unit has only now started getting the latest software rollout.
Identified via the One UI build version G990EXXS1BVB8, the update improves the security and stability of your device. At the same time, it also protects your phone from bugs and viruses to deliver seamless performance.
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Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE February 2022 update also fixes around 60 vulnerabilities and exploits. However, the official support page mentions that this update brings fixes for 2 critical, 29 high, and 15 moderate levels of issues and exploits.
You can download this software update by visiting your phone’s Settings >> tapping on Software updates >> and then clicking on Download and install. Now, wait for the phone to check for the available software rollout and fetch it on your smartphone.
Furthermore, the installation procedure may take some time to complete the package unpacking. So, keep patience and let the phone install this software update. Once, installed the phone will reboot and start initial apps optimizations.
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.