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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE grabbing second December 2022 security update in India [U]
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE devices in India are getting the second December 2022 Android security patch update instead of receiving the latest January 2023 security patch. This firmware upgrades so many One UI apps to their latest versions.
- Software version: G990EXXU3DVL1
Initial story on January 2 …
Samsung has started delivering the December 2022 Android security patch update for Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone customers in India. This update slightly improves the device performance, fixes issues, as well as upgrades various One UI stock apps to maintain the users’ experience.
As per the information, the Galaxy S21 FE December 2022 update upgrades a total of 11 system applications to boost the overall device functionality. Although the new changes in these applications are not mentioned in the changelog, they might be related to app stability.
For your information, the list of upgraded applications includes Samsung Notes Add-ons, Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Kids, Samsung Notes, Samsung Internet, SmartThings, Samsung Members, Samsung Pay, Calculator, Smart Switch, and Voice Recorder.
In addition to these, the update also fixes 80 privacy and security-related issues and vulnerabilities, which are 5 critical, 60 high, and 2 moderate levels of CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 13 Galaxy-specific vulnerabilities that were affecting various One UI apps and services.
Besides these, there is nothing major that the update changelog noted. However, you might notice some other improvements for One UI 5.0 features and fixes for its issues.
Samsung is releasing the Galaxy S21 FE December 2022 patch with One UI build version G990EXXU3DVL1 in India. And, if you haven’t received the update notification yet, you can check it manually through the Settings and Software update section.
On March 6, Samsung released the March 2023 Android plus One UI patch details for Galaxy devices and the updates started to roll out on the 7th. Within February, Samsung updated most of the Galaxy devices with One UI 5.1 and February 2023 security patch.
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Samsung’s monthly software updates arrive as part of the security maintenance release. Hence, we recommend you install the latest firmware to keep your Galaxy device up to date with the latest security solutions. Besides security patches, Galaxy updates may also offer performance improvements.
One UI 5.1
One UI 5.1 debuted on February 1st and all the flagship Galaxy models received it within 20 days of launch. For the next major upgrade, Galaxy users have to wait longer, while this incremental feature-rich firmware will be helping you with improved performance further.
Galaxy A54, A34
On March 15, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 smartphones. These devices use Exynos 1380/MediaTek processor and run the S23-like Android 13-based One UI 5.1 out of the box. As expected, these devices are set to hit market shelves later this month in Southeast Asia and Europe.
Throughout March 2023, we will continue to get new updates, and official announcements, as well as leaks and rumors about upcoming phones and software. You can stay up to date with the Galaxy ecosystem by following us on Google News, and below, we will keep you updated with March 2023 updates rollout by Samsung.
March 31, 2023:
- Galaxy A52 5G on T-Mobile received the March patch with software version: A526USQS7EWC1.
- Galaxy F62 smartphone also grabbed the March patch (PDA: E625FDDU3CWC2) over the air.
March 29, 2023:
- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone users have already received the March 2023 security update in different regions.
March 28, 2023:
- Galaxy S20 series and Galaxy S21 FE received the latest Android security patches by Verizon carrier.
March 26, 2023:
- Samsung Galaxy devices getting March 2023 Google Play System update in select countries including Germany and India.
March 25, 2023:
- The Galaxy M42 smartphone users started grabbing the latest Android patches via OTA.
March 24, 2023:
- The Galaxy A54 4G is also receiving the March patch.
March 23, 2023:
- The Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7 Plus users collecting the latest Android security patches from Samsung.
- Samsung released the March 2023 update to Galaxy A30s mid-range phone.
March 22, 2023:
- Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE smartphone grabbing March 2023 security patch.
March 18, 2023:
- The Galaxy A52s started getting this newest security patch.
March 17, 2023:
- Samsung expanding Mar. patch to more Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3, S22 and Note 20 users.
- The Galaxy A53 starts getting latest security update.
- Severe Exynos modem vulnerabilities discovered, read more
March 16, 2023:
- The S20 FE LTE and 5G smartphones started to get the March patch.
March 15, 2023:
- The Galaxy Tab S8 series also joins flagships receiving March security maintenance release.
March 12, 2023:
- Samsung’s Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10 Plus start getting the March patch.
March 11, 2023:
- The new security patch is now available for Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 in the US.
March 09, 2023:
- The Galaxy S22, S21, Note 20 series, and Galaxy Z Fold 3 started getting the latest security update in the US.
March 08, 2023:
- The company pushed March 2023 Android patches to the Galaxy S20 series.
March 07, 2023:
- Samsung starts the latest security patch’s rollout for Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series.
Samsung starts April 2023 security update rollout for Galaxy smartphones. The new firmware brings the latest Android plus One UI patches to ensure the best level of security on your Galaxy. As the rollout has recently begun for the S23 series, you can expect wider availability in the coming days.
Unlike the last two months, Samsung seeded the latest Android patch for the latest flagship lineup, ahead of Google’s Pixel phones running stock Android. The Pixel maker has not yet published the patch details, and at the same time, Samsung is bringing the patch with OTA.
At present, the April 2023 patch is just limited to South Korean users, which was first released two days ago. As April begins today, Galaxy fans won’t have to wait much anymore to grab the new software on their Galaxy device in the international market.
For the Galaxy S23 series, Samsung’s latest firmware brings a long list of changes including camera features, improvements, optimization, bug fixes, and code changes. The same treatment is likely to be provided to the Galaxy S22 series, however, other devices may get just a security boost.
Recently, we’ve created the April 2023 One UI Updates page, which keeps a track of all the new firmware releases happening this month. You can either bookmark the page or follow our socials to stay connected with new One UI update rollouts.
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Similar to Google, Samsung has not yet detailed the April 2023 One UI patch, but it’s going to fix the severe Exynos modem-related vulnerability. The company has already patched five of those 6 flaws, while the remaining one will be patched this month.
How to update:
To trigger manual firmware download, open your phone’s Settings, followed by Software update and Download and install. Your Galaxy device will connect to Samsung’s server and find out the latest available over-the-air update in a few seconds.
Samsung One UI April 2023 updates started to roll out for supported Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The company’s new software releases bring new bug fixes, security improvements, Android plus One UI patches, and new features to certain devices.
On March 30, Samsung started One UI-based April 2023 updates distribution to the Galaxy S23 series in South Korea. As the vendor is on roll, April is going to be a mobile software updates-packed month, and it’s not a new thing in the Galaxy ecosystem.
Samsung in April 2023
In April 2023, the South Korean tech giant may not launch any notable product, as the preparations are already underway for the next-gen foldables. In the Android world, Google could start the Android 14’s Beta program for general Pixel users and some Chinese vendors may join the party as well.
One UI 5.1 and 6 Beta?
The South Korean tech giant is about to conclude the One UI 5.1 rollout for supported Galaxy devices. Talking about the One UI 6 Beta, Galaxy S23 is the first Samsung smartphone lineup eligible for Android 14 Beta, however, it’s too away, probably four months.
Galaxy OTAs in April
Samsung has not yet published the April 2023 Android and One UI security bulletin for Galaxy devices. Meanwhile, it’s noteworthy that the latest SW brings new camera features, major improvements, and optimizations for a better user experience.
We will keep you updated with April 2023 updates rollout by Samsung.
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March 30, 2023:
- Samsung starts the 2nd March 2023 software rollout to the Galaxy S23 series, which brings the April patch and a lot more stuff.