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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE receives October 2022 security update in the U.S.
October 26 – October 2022 patch – US Unlocked
Samsung’s Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in the U.S. can now download and install the new October 2022 security update. The new firmware bears version number G781U1UEU9EVI8 and is available for carrier-unlocked devices in the US.
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October 2022 Android patches bring fixes for different kinds of vulnerabilities and exposures including 1 critical, 29 high, and 2 moderate levels of CVEs, while, 8 CVEs were already included in previous updates, and 11 are not applicable to Galaxy devices.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE October 2022 Security Patch – US Unlocked #samsung #galaxys20fe #US pic.twitter.com/nmjSiipuay
— Samsung One UI Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) October 26, 2022
October 13 – 2nd October 2022 patch – India
Samsung started to kick off the 2nd October 2022 firmware update for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G smartphone users in India. Similar to the earlier update, the new one brings systems security improvements with the latest patches and a handful of newer app versions.
- PDA version number – G781BXXU4FVJ1
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE October 2022 Security Update – India [New Build] #Samsung #GalaxyS20FE pic.twitter.com/FwFT7sHcbK
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) October 13, 2022
The Galaxy S20 FE 5G is Samsung’s flagship killer smartphone, which comes with several flagship-grade capabilities at comparatively lesser pricing. Launched back in September 2020, the S20 FE came pre-installed with One UI 2.5 on top of the Android 10 operating system.
Later on, the Korean tech giant confirmed its software update support which includes three major OS upgrades and four years of regular security patches. When it comes to security updates, the Galaxy S20 FE is eligible to get updated to newer Android patches every month.
October 10 – October 2022 patch – Snapdragon 4G
Samsung has now released the October 2022 Android security update for the Galaxy S20 FE 4G devices, powered by Snapdragon chipset. The update is currently available in Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, while, the build version is G780GXXU3CVI4.
August 26 – 2nd August October 2022 patch – Brazil
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE users are grabbing another August 2022 security update in Brazil. After installing the previous update, users are facing some issues.
With this new update, the company brings bug fixes and stability enhancement. In addition, Samsung Members, Calculator, and Voice recorder are also updated. You can identify the latest update via version G780GXXU3CVH3.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 2nd August 2022 update – Brazil pic.twitter.com/oar6APTaIl
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) August 26, 2022
August 12
August 2022 security patch – “Germany“
Samsung started bringing the August 2022 security update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in Germany.
The new security patch offers fixes for around 3 dozen of CVEs from Google and the same from Samsung for better system security.
In addition, there are new versions included for various Samsung stock apps including Wearable, Global Goals, Kids, Notes, Internet, Health and Smartthings.
July 13
July 2022 security patch – “Brazil“
Samsung July 2022 Android security patch update has begun reaching the Galaxy S20 FE LTE smartphone users in Brazil. This update fixes multiple privacy and security-related issues and exploits.
Additionally, it helps in improving your phone’s system security and stability. It holds the One UI build version G780GXXS3CVF3.
If you want to check for the latest update manually, head to your device Settings tap on Software updates and finally hit the Download and install button.
June 20
June 2022 security patch – “India“
June 2022 Android security patch update is released for Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE users in Indian markets. This update fixes various privacy and security-related issues and exploits.
Additionally, it upgrades some stock apps to further enhance the device’s performance and maintain users’ experience. You can identify it through One UI build version G780FXXU9DVE7.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE June 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20FE pic.twitter.com/d1byVQx6fF
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) June 20, 2022
Tip: You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
June 10
May 2022 security patch – “India“
Samsung is expanding the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S20 FE LTE users in India. It comes with improved system security and stability alongside fixing various bugs and viruses.
You can identify the latest update via the One UI build version G780FXXS9DVE3 and can download it in around 190MB.
Previous updates
March 03
One UI 4.1, March 2022 patch – “Switzerland”
The Galaxy S20 FE 5G handsets have reportedly started grabbing the new One UI 4.1 update in select European markets including Switzerland.
Identified via PDA release number – G781BXXU4FVC2, the Galaxy S20 FE One UI 4.1 firmware installs the March 2022 security patch too.
One UI 4.1 is based on Android 12, which brings additional features to the Galaxy devices including a better Colour Palette, customizable RAM Plus and more.
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March 03
RCS features, February 2022 patch – “Verizon”
Following the Android 12 update rollout, Verizon has now started rolling out a major firmware update to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in the US.
This hefty OTA update comes with PDA build version G781VSQU5EVAA and February 2022 security patch for enhanced system stability.
In addition, it brings all the anticipated RCS (Advanced Messaging) features. You can check the changelog below, while our entire reporting here.
What’s changing:
- This update introduces Advanced Messaging (RCS) for your Galaxy S20 FE 5G UW. It also includes performance improvements and the most up to date Android security patches on your device.
Advanced Messaging features include
- Send larger text messages: Create larger messages up to 8000 characters long. With Advanced Messaging you’re no longer limited to 160 characters.
- Typing indicators: See when your contact is typing in a conversation.
- Read receipts: See when your message has been read.
- Large group chats: Create group chats with up to 100 participants.*
- High-quality media sharing: Share pictures and videos in high-quality.
- Chat over Wi-Fi: You can send messages over Wi-Fi, even when you don’t have a cellular connection.
- Transfer larger files: Send larger attachments than ever before.
- Location sharing: Share your location as you travel.
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February 23
February 2022 patch – “Expanding”
Over the past three weeks, Samsung delivered the February 2022 security patch to most of the eligible Galaxy phones and tablets.
Now, the Korean tech giant is expanding the most up-to-date security patch to the Galaxy S20 FE LTE and 5G variants in Latin America and Europe.
- G780GXXS3BVB3
- G781BXXS4DVB1
February 22
February 2022 patch – Brazil
Samsung started rolling out the February 2022 security patch update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in Brazil. It carries PDA version number – G780GXXS3BVB3.
January 27
Android 12 One UI 4.0 – Germany (Snapdragon)
Though a bit late, Samsung has finally started rolling out the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S20 FE devices in Germany.
Usually, Germany becomes the initial market whenever Samsung pushes a new software update, but, this time, the company has not followed the same way.
- Firmware versions
- G780GXXU3BUL9
In addition to the new One UI 4.0 features, Samsung also included the December 2021 security patch, which brings system stability enhancements.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Android 12 One UI 4.0 update – Germany pic.twitter.com/ODtneeBAxy
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 27, 2022
January 19
Android 12 One UI 4.0 – US (locked, unlocked)
Samsung is now expanding the One UI 4.0 update based on Android 12 to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in the US.
The company has seeded the major software update for both, carrier-locked and unlocked Galaxy S20 FE 5G models.
- Firmware versions
- G781U1UEU6EULD – Unlocked
- G781USQU6EULI – Carrier
Alongside the new One UI 4.0 features, Samsung included the December 2021 security patch as well, which brings system stability enhancements.
Note: Verizon and T-Mobile carriers had already given the same treatment to their network branded Samsung Galaxy S20 FE models. Know more
January 15
January 2022 security patch – Europe
After updating a number of Galaxy devices to the January 2022 security patch, Samsung’s train reached Europe to update the Galaxy S20 FE 5G variants with the latest Android patch.
- Firmware version: G781BXXS4DVA2
January 2022 security patch brings fixes for different categories of issues and exploits including 2 critical, 36 high, and 5 moderate for better device stability. Read more
January 14
Android 12 One UI 4.0 update: LTE/5G – India
Samsung has finally released the most-anticipated Android 12 update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphones users in the Indian market.
Yesterday, the company impressed the consumers of S20 FE’s 5G model, and today, it’s the turn of Exynos-based 4G variants. Read more
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- Firmware version: G780FXXS8DUL6/G781BXXU4DUL9
The latest Galaxy S20 FE 5G software update brings fixes for 5 critical, 22 high, and 3 moderate levels of CVEs from Google.
December 22
December 2021 Security Patch – 5G/Spain
The 5G variant of the Galaxy S20 FE model is now receiving the December 2021 security patch. Currently, the software update rollout is happening in Spain.
- Firmware version: G781BXXS4CUL3
December 16
December 2021 Security Patch – US/NZ
Samsung started rolling out December 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S20 FE 5G/LTE phones in the US and New Zealand. Read more here
October 21
October 2021 Security Patch – India
Samsung’s October 2021 security patch update is now rolling out for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G smartphone users in India. The update comes with the version number – G781BXXS4CUI1, while the changelog shows just a single revision that is – The security of your device has been improved. [Source]
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.
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