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Samsung releases February 2023 security patch for Galaxy Tab S8, One UI 5.1 update on the way
Ahead of the massive One UI 5.1 update, Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series tablets have begun collecting the February 2023 Android security patch for minor system performance improvements.
This update mainly optimizes the security of the tablets to protect your files and data from bugs and viruses and keep them safe on the device. Whereas, the enhanced system stability makes sure that you won’t meet any lagging or crashing errors.
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On the flip side, Samsung’s security patch details for this month mention fixes for dozens of privacy and security-related issues and vulnerabilities. 47 of these exposures come from Google’s Android security bulletin wheres, whereas 7 are a part of Samsung’s One UI software.
Aside from these, there is nothing that the latest software update brings for your Tab S8 model. However, a big One UI 5.1 upgrade with lots of new features and improvements, is coming soon to the devices.
This update will install various useful One UI features, such as Battery Widgets, Extract text from videos, new Gallery app features, improved multitasking, and much more.
Moving on, the February 2023 software update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series is rolling out in Europe at the present time. However, the company should not take much time spreading it to other regions.
Software version:
- Galaxy Tab S8: X70xBXXU3BWB4
- Galaxy Tab S8+: X80xBXXU3BWB4
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra: X90xBXXU3BWB
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Samsung Galaxy A54 5G gains October 2024 security update
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G smartphone has started receiving the latest October 2024 security update, which installs the fresh Android patch to boost security and stability. The update arrives with a One UI build version A546BXXSACXI3.
October 2024 security update is rolling out with some important fixes from Google and Samsung. Google has patched 2 critical and 28 high-level issues, 1 was already resolved and 2 don’t apply to Galaxy devices.
On Samsung’s end, there are 12 fixes for vulnerabilities in system services and Knox. In addition, Samsung Semiconductor also added a fix to improve performance. Overall, the update enhances the security of the device for better protection.
Users of Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphones are getting an October 2024 security update in Europe and the company will soon make it available in other countries. The installation package size of this update is around 277MB.
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. You can also check the update by visiting the Settings app on your smartphone and opening the Software Update section.
Now, click on the Download and install option. If any update is available, you can follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your Galaxy smartphone.
Talking about One UI 7, the Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone is eligible. Back in August 2024, this smartphone was spotted running Android 15-based One UI 7 on Geekbench. It scored 978 in single-core and 3044 in multi-core scores. Notably, the next One UI 7 update will be debuted with the Galaxy S25 series while the beta program will open for developers at the end of this year.
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Samsung Gallery gets v15.5.01.5 update, check if album visibility bug fixed
Samsung has released a new update for the Gallery app, now available on the Galaxy Store with version 15.5.01.5. The update brings improvements to the app’s performance along with some fixes for issues users experienced in the previous version.
After updating to One UI 6.1.1, many Samsung users were facing issues with the Gallery album feature. When users tried to open specific photos in the Gallery app, the album would disappear and their photos would not be visible. Instead of the photos appearing, the album itself disappeared
Samsung acknowledged the issue and promised to fix it in a future update. Now, with the release of this new Gallery app update, it is expected that the album visibility problem will be resolved.
While the update’s changelog does not provide specific details about which bugs have been fixed, it is widely expected that the disappearing album bug will be addressed.
Samaung Gallery New update available – 15.5.01.5 pic.twitter.com/GKwdTS0i5l
— Samsung One UI Software Updates #OneUI7 #OneUI (@SamSWUpdate) October 14, 2024
If you’re using a Samsung device, it’s recommended to update the Gallery app through the Galaxy Store to make sure you’re running the latest version. Once updated, check your albums to see if the issue has been resolved and everything is visible as expected.
Moreover, the update also enhances some functions to provide a smoother experience. To install the Samsung Gallery 15.5.01.5 update, you just need to visit Galaxy Store >> Tap on Menu option >> Click on Updates. If the update is available, install it now. Also, you can sideload the update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here.
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Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra get October 2024 security update
Samsung has pushed the October 2024 security update for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphones. This update is already out for users of the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S24 series.
October 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S22 series is currently available for users in Europe. The company plans to expand the update to more regions soon.
Users of Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra are getting the fresh update with One UI build version S901BXXSCEXI4, S906BXXSCEXI4, and S908BXXSCEXI4 respectively.
This latest update enhances system security and stability, ultimately improving overall app performance. It addresses several issues that users experienced with the previous version to ensure a smoother and more reliable device experience.
The October 2024 security patch resolves over 40 vulnerabilities, including 2 critical and 28 high-level Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) identified by Google. Additionally, Samsung has addressed 12 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items, focusing on issues related to system services, Knox services, and other critical things.
To check for the update, users can follow the given steps:
- Open the Settings app on their device.
- Navigate to Software Updates in the menu.
- Tap on Download and Install to begin the update process.
If the update is available for their device, users can proceed with the installation to ensure that they have the latest security enhancements and improvements.
Users are advised to stay updated to benefit from these important fixes and enhancements. As the update becomes available in more countries, users should keep an eye out for notifications about the update or regularly check for new updates manually.
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