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Samsung February 2023 update rolling out to these Galaxy devices
Samsung has recently done with the launch of Galaxy S23 smartphone lineup. Without spending much time on it, the company arrived back on its track to release new software updates for older devices. Now, a growing number of Samsung Galaxy devices are receiving the February 2023 Android security update.
For Galaxy devices, Samsung’s February 2023 security patch brings 5 “Critical” severity vulnerability fixes, 43 “High,” and no “Moderate” resolutions. Like always, your Galaxy device may not get any major improvement or new features with this security focussed OTA.
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On February 7, the South Korean tech giant published the security patch details and software update roadmap. The roadmap ensures regular monthly security patches for select high-end Samsung devices alongside quarterly and biannual releases for low-end ones. Check list here
Galaxy Z Series
- Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 [Feb. 8 – US Unlocked]
- Z Fold 4 & Z Flip 4 [One UI 5.1 too]
- Fold LTE [F900FXXS6HWA2]
Galaxy S Series
- S21 FE [Feb. 7 – Brazil]
- S20, S20+ & S20 Ultra [Feb. 9 – Globally]
- S20 FE 5G
- S22, S22+ & S22 Ultra [w/ One UI 5.1]
- S23, S23+ & S23 Ultra
- S21, S21+ & S21 Ultra [w/ One UI 5.1]
- S10e, S10 & S10 Plus
- S10 Lite
Galaxy Note Series
- Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra [Feb. 5 – Switzerland]
- Note 10 & Note 10 Plus
- Note 10 Lite
- Note 9 [Mar.3 – UK]
Galaxy A Series
- A53
- A73
- A72
- A52s 5G
- A52 5G [Feb. 8 – Brazil]
- A52 4G [Feb. 16 – India]
Galaxy M Series
- M62
- M42
Galaxy F Series
- F62
- F23 5G
Galaxy Tab Series
- Tab S8, S8 Plus and S8 Ultra
- Tab S7 and Tab S7 Plus
- Tab S7 FE
Galaxy XCover Series
- To be added.
How to check for the latest OTA on your Galaxy device
You can manually install the latest software update on your Galaxy smartphone. Just head towards the system Settings, scroll down and select the Software update tab. Once entered, you need to hit the Download and install button to begin firmware searching.
Another smartphone from the Samsung Galaxy A series named Galaxy A50s has started receiving a new update that installs the latest Android security patch released in May 2023 to enhance overall device stability and performance.
Identified via One UI firmware version A507FNXXS7DWD1, the May 2023 update of Samsung Galaxy A50s comes with an installation package size of 172.36 MB. At, the moment, the update is rolling out in India. As it is an initial release, the company will expand its availability to more countries in the coming days.
Samsung’s May 2023 security patch fixes a bunch of vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung. There are over 70 common vulnerability exposures listed in the document that falls into different ranges. It mainly fixes issues related to Bootloader, App lock, Call Settings, and Telephony framework.
Launched back in 2019, the Galaxy A50s smartphone came pre-equipped with Android 9 Pie-based One UI 1.x. Moving forward, the company sent the Android 10-based One UI 2.1 update and Android 11-based One UI 3.1 to the device.
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Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s System Settings, once done, scroll down and tap the Software update tab, followed by the Download and install button. If you have received the update on your device then install it now to get error free experience.
Samsung is pushing a new update for the Smart Switch Mobile app with version 3.7.43.10. This update further optimizes the stability of the app to deliver a better experience.
The latest Smart Switch app update fixes the common issues you faced in the previous version. Also, the fresh version improves the functions of the Smart Switch Mobile app to provide a smoother performance.
Aside from this, the update does not bring any new features or changes but you will surely get a better usability experience after updating. It is rolling out in batches and the latest version will expand gradually among consumers.
Samsung Smart Switch 3.7.43.10 update is available on Galaxy Store with an installation package size of 34.41 megabytes. Notably, the latest version is compatible with Galaxy devices running from Android 4 to Android 13.
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You can install the update through Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates or download it directly from the third-party sources link here.
Samsung Smart Switch gives you the freedom to move your contacts, music, photos, calendars, text messages, device settings, and more to your new Galaxy device. In addition, Smart Switch helps you find your favorite apps or suggests similar apps on Google Play.
Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones have started getting another software update in May 2023. The series has already received the first May 2023 security patch in many countries and the company is still working to make it available to the remaining Galaxy S21 models.
The new update improves the system security and behavior to make your Galaxy S21 smartphone more secure. In addition, it also enhances stability and reliability to provide a bug-free and better performance. However, the update’s changelog does not contain any new features or changes.
The latest May 2023 software update for Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra phones can be identified via One UI build versions G991BXXU7EWE6, G996BXXU7EWE6, and G998BXXU7EWE6 respectively.
The update is currently rolling out in limited countries including Germany and UK. The South Korean tech giant will expand it to more countries in the upcoming days/weeks. It is an initial rollout so it may take some time to reach all Galaxy S21 models.
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You can install and download the firmware through your smartphone’s Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. If you have received the update, then follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.