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Samsung Galaxy S23 May 2023 update lands in Europe
After the initial rollout, Samsung adds new devices to the update queue every day as well as expands the update to more regions. Currently, the Samsung Galaxy S23 series is receiving May 2023 security update in Europe.
The new software for Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones have firmware versions S911BXXS1AWD1, S916BXXS1AWD1, and S918BXXS1AWD1 respectively.
May 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy S23 fixes more than 70 issues including 4 critical, 48 high, and 3 moderate level of common vulnerability exposures, however, 2 were fixed in the previous release and 1 isn’t applicable on Galaxy devices.
It is just a regular security patch so no new features have been added to the Galaxy S23 series but it makes your device more secure by fixing several issues.
The rollout began in Europe and should extend to more markets soon. However, the update is already available in the US, India, Australia, and Poland.
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Users of Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones in Europe can manually check and install May 2023 update by following some easy steps. Open Settings, press on the Software Update option, and then click on the Download and install option. You just need to download a 344.57 megabytes package to install the update.
Updates
Samsung Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra get December 2024 security update
Samsung has started rolling out the December 2024 security update for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra users. While the company recently released the One UI 7 Beta update for Galaxy S24 users, those not participating in the beta are receiving this stable security patch.
Stable December 2024 security update is currently available for the Galaxy S24 series in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries. Users can check the latest firmware below.
- S921NKSS5AXKA – Galaxy S24
- S926NKSS5AXKA – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928NKSS5AXKA – Galaxy S24 Ultra
December 2024 security patch addresses more than 45 security vulnerabilities. Google patches in this update cover six critical vulnerabilities and 28 high-level ones. There is also 1 issue that was previously fixed in earlier updates and another that is not applicable to Samsung devices.
Moreover, Samsung has addressed 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products. Along with these fixes, Samsung has also provided 8 patches under its Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items related to the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
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.
Updates
Unlocked Galaxy S23 models grabbing new update in December 2024 [US]
December 2024 is going on and Samsung is releasing the second November 2024 update for the Galaxy S23 series models in the US. The update is rolling out for unlocked models and could be available to locked models in the coming days or weeks.
Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra models are getting a new update in the US with One UI builds S911U1UEU5CXJR, S916U1UEU5CXJR, and S918U1UEU5CXJR respectively.
The fresh update improves the stability and reliability of the device for a better Galaxy experience. It is also expected to fix some issues encountered in the previous version to make your smartphone more secure and reliable.
However, the changelog does not include any new features or changes. It is essential to important to install the update to open the way for future updates and One UI 7 Beta.
For installation, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
Samsung recently started the One UI 7 Beta Program for the Galaxy S24 series and it is expected to expand to more Galaxy devices including the S23 series soon. The beta update lets you enjoy new features and enhancements on your devices ahead of the official release.
Updates
December 2024 security update rolls out to Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6
Samsung has begun releasing the December 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones. The update is currently rolling out in the update in Korea and the company will soon make it available in more countries.
December 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones can be verified through One UI build version F956NKSS2AXKC and F741NKSS2AXKC respectively. Users will have to download a 380MB package to install the update.
This fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1 update. Users of these phones are waiting for the One UI 7 Beta update to try new features and improvements ahead of the official release.
December 2024 security patch addresses over 45 vulnerabilities, including both Google and Samsung-specific issues to enhance device security.
This update incorporates 6 critical and 28 high-level fixes from Google. Additionally, one previously resolved issue has been readdressed, and another is not relevant to Samsung devices.
On the Samsung side, 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products have been patched. The update also includes 8 fixes listed under Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE), focusing on the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth functionality, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode.
To check the update, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then a Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.