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Carrier-unlocked Samsung Galaxy S21 receives March 2023 security update
The carrier-unlocked models of Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra have started to receive the latest March 2023 Android security patch update in the United States.
This update is live for almost all carrier networks including – Verizon, Comcast, US Cellular, T-Mobile, and others. You can verify it through the firmware version G991U1UES5EWB5, G996U1UES5EWB5, and G998U1UES5EWB5.
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Samsung March 2023 patch:
Samsung’s March 2023 patch comes with improvements for system security and stability as well as fixes general bugs and issues that affect users’ experience. The details further mention fixes for over five dozen privacy and security-related vulnerabilities and exposures.
This update addresses 5 Critical and 35 High levels of CVEs from Google’s Android operating system that could lead to remote code execution. In addition, it fixes 23 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures to further boost the One UI functionality and users’ experience.
Moreover, Samsung’s March 2023 patch details reveal a fix for Galaxy S21-specific vulnerability – “SVE-2022-0604(CVE-2023-21459)”. It was allowing attackers to cause memory access faults on smartphones.
Aside from these, the Samsung Galaxy S21 March 2023 update for carrier-unlocked models doesn’t bring anything noteworthy, as per the changelog. However, you might notice fixes for the problems and errors you faced after installing the last software update which is One UI 5.1.
Have you noticed battery performance improvements?
Galaxy S21 series customers have been reporting battery drain and overheating issues for a long time. Users were expecting it to be fixed with the major One UI 5.1 update but unfortunately, it didn’t happen.
However, the Galaxy S21 March 2023 patch solved battery-related problems for many consumers. They say that the device is giving better battery performance than earlier. Have you noticed any battery performance improvements on your S21? You can share with us through Twitter.
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.
Samsung has started rolling out May 2023 security update for Galaxy S21 FE 5G in India. Now, users in India can install the latest update to get a better and bug-free experience.
The company is dispatching the latest software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. It also optimizes system stability to offer you uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
May 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE in India comes with a firmware version G990EXXS6EWE3 and users will have to download a 233.53 MB package to install the update. Notably, the update is already available in several countries including Brazil and Europe.
Earlier in May 2023, Samsung released the latest patch details, which mention that the update mends more than 70 flaws including 4 critical, 48 high, and 3 moderate levels of common vulnerability exposures. It contains fixes related to Bootloader, App lock, Call Settings, and Telephony framework.
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Your Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone will notify you to download and install the new update when available. Meanwhile, there’s an easy way to manually force installation by navigating to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install.
