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Samsung Galaxy S10 getting December 2022 security patch in the US [Updated]
Dec. 23// Samsung is now releasing the latest December 2022 security patch for Galaxy S10e, S10 and S10 Plus smartphones in the US. The update is currently available for Comcast/Xfinity branded Galaxy S10 series models and expected to be available for unlocked variants soon.
- S10e – G970USQS8IVL1
- S10 – G973USQS8IVL1
- S10+ – G975USQS8IVL1
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Dec. 20// Samsung released the December 2022 security patch for the Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone users in the US. The update comes without Android 13-based One UI 5.0 operating system, which deployed for European consumers about a week ago.
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Samsung Galaxy S10 series has finished its major software update cycle but the devices are continuously gaining the latest monthly security patches on time. As Samsung has started rolling out the December 2022 Android security patch to its compatible devices, the top Galaxy S10 series phones are the latest to grab it.
The Korean tech is rolling out the December 2022 security patch for Galaxy S10, S10e, and S10+ devices in many European countries, including Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Southeast Europe, Switzerland, the Baltic region, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, and the Nordic region.
The customers can identify this software update through the One UI build version –
- Galaxy S10 – G973FXXSGHVL1
- Galaxy S10e – G970FXXSGHVL1
- Galaxy S10+ – G975FXXSGHVL1
- Galaxy S10 Lite – G770U1UES6GVL2
Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy S10 December 2022 update comes with system security and stability improvements. With these optimizations, the company aims to protect your phone from unwelcomed errors and exposures, at the same time, keep your files and data safe and offer you a seamless performance.
In addition to these minor enhancements, the fresh software update resolves multiple vulnerabilities and exploits such as 5 critical Google CVEs that were harming the phone’s security and its user’s privacy.
Additionally, the official support page also mentions fixes for 60 high and 2 moderate levels of CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 13 SVEs from Samsung’s One UI software in order to further improve your confidence in the security of your Samsung phone.
Besides these, there is nothing notable that the Galaxy S10 December 2022 update carriers. In any case, you can check and download the latest software update on your Galaxy device through its Settings and Software update section.
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.