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Samsung caught reserving One UI 5.1 for Galaxy S21 in the US
Samsung already rolled out the new One UI 5.1 update for various Galaxy models including the S21 trio. Talking specifically about the US market, Samsung just caught reserving the One UI 5.1 update for carrier-unlocked Galaxy S21 smartphones.
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According to the information, Samsung released the February 2023 security patch to carrier-unlocked Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra in the US. The latest firmware for unlocked variants doesn’t include the enhancements introduced by the One UI 5.1 iteration in early February.
For verification, Samsung US consumers can identify the new February patch via release versions: G991U1UES5DWB2, G996U1UES5DWB2, and G998U1UES5DWB2 for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra, respectively.
What’s New
A couple of days back, the South Korean tech giant shared the content (5 Critical and 43 High-level CVEs) of its February 2023 security patch. Moreover, the company described 7 Galaxy-specific vulnerabilities related to One UI apps such as Samsung Phone, Contacts, Fingerprint scanner, and Secure folder.
Is Samsung reserving One UI 5.1?
Samsung’s One UI 5.1 update is continuously expanding to more and more markets worldwide. Consumers of the Galaxy S21 series are still waiting for the new features and enhancements as Samsung doesn’t seem in the mood to deliver the One UI 5.1 for now!
Battery draining and low power efficiency issues are the possible reasons behind Samsung’s One UI 5.1 rollout delay. Some Galaxy S22 users reported having bad battery performance post-One UI 5.1 installation, therefore, it’s possible that the company wants to deliver bug-free firmware in the US.
The Galaxy S21 series is eligible for new software updates per month, thanks to Samsung’s update policy. Since the February patch misses One UI 5.1 for the US Galaxy S21 units, we guess March firmware would surely come with new features inspired by the Galaxy S23 series.
To install the February patch, head towards Settings >> Software updates >> Download and install.
Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra users are finally getting May 2023 security update in India. The series already got this update in several countries including Europe, Korea, the US, and more.
The latest update enhances system security and stability by installing the May 2023 Android security patch. In addition, it improves performance and fixes bugs to provide a seamless and uninterrupted user experience without any lagging or freezing errors.
Users of Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones in India can identify the May 2023 update via One UI build versions G991BXXS7EWD3, G991BXXS7EWD3, and G991BXXS7EWD3 respectively.
The installation package size of this update is 266.03 MB, you can install it through Settings >> Software Updates >> Menu option. It is just an incremental update so it does not include any features or changes except the security maintenance patch.
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Samsung’s May 2023 security patch fixes more than 70 issues including 5 Critical, 46 High, and 1 Moderate level of common vulnerability exposures. The company resolved issues with Bootloader, App lock, Call Settings, and Telephony framework. It is an initial rollout so it may take some time to reach all Galaxy S21 devices.
Samsung is rolling out a new update in June 2023 for Galaxy A32, Galaxy A13, Galaxy A12, and Galaxy A12 Nacho smartphones, which installs the latest Android security patch released in May 2023.
As per the information, May 2023 Android security patch mends over 5 dozen flaws including 4 critical, 48 high, and 3 moderate levels of common vulnerability exposures. To get the best from your device, keep it up to date.
In addition to the latest security patch, this new software brings system stability improvements for increased device performance. Besides, the system function also got enhanced in order to expand the overall performance of your Galaxy device.
Latest Firmware
Samsung Galaxy A12, Galaxy A12 Nacho, Galaxy A32, and Galaxy A13 smartphones are getting May 2023 update with the One UI build versions mentioned below.
- Galaxy A12 – A125FXXS3CWE1 [Asia]
- Galaxy A12 Nacho – A127MUBS9DWE1 [Brazil]
- Galaxy A32 4G – A325NKSU3DWE3 [Korea]
- Galaxy A13 4G – A135FXXU4CWE5 [Europe]
- Galaxy A13 5G – A136BXXS4CWE1 [Asia]
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How to update?
If you haven’t already received the OTA update notification, expect to get it in the next day or so. The rollout happens rapidly so it shouldn’t be long before you’re able to get the update. You can manually check the update via your device’s Settings, Download and install option under Software Updates.
Samsung is rolling out a new software update to Korean Galaxy A52s models, bringing upgrades to Safety and Emergency functions. The latest update comes with PDA build version A528NKSU2EWE2 and weighs about 566 megabytes.
In addition to bringing upgrades to Safety and Emergency functions, Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G’s Korean software installs new app versions of Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Notes, SmartThings, Samsung Members, Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch.
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It’s worth mentioning that the update rollout has started today, but the software lacks June 2023 security patch for the Galaxy A52s. It includes the May 2023 Android patches, which have been rolled out in a number of markets, with the recent entrance in Europe.
Samsung changelog mentions improved Camera and Gallery functions. This means, Korean consumers should be able to use the Image Clipper feature, which Samsung debuted with the Galaxy S23 flagships. For more info, you can check the full changelog below.
Changelog [Machine translated]
- Camera and Gallery functions have been improved
- Safety and Emergency
- Emergency SOS usability has been improved.
- Emergency SOS function always active
- Countdown function can be turned on or off
- Apply stabilization code
- Stabilization code related to terminal operation has been applied.
- Improve positioning accuracy
- Improved accuracy of location information confirmation related to emergency rescue
- Stabilization code application
- Stabilization code related to terminal operation is applied.
