Updates
Samsung One UI May 2023 Updates List
Samsung is rolling out the May 2023 security updates to Galaxy devices. May is a hot month for the tech industry and enthusiasts as Google is sharing the details and arrival of Android 14 at I/O 2023, introducing new Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a smartphones.
This page helps you get the latest insights about Samsung’s updates that are releasing in May 2023, as well as developments in Android, One UI, and Wear OS worlds. This time, we’ve also mentioned patch details for Android, One UI, and Wear OS, which April 2023 Updates List lacks.
May 2023 Patch – One UI / Android
Samsung SVEs
Samsung detailed the contents of its May 2023 security maintenance release, which mentions fixes for 21 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items alongside over 58 common vulnerability exposures for the Android OS by Google.
Android CVEs and Patch
Samsung’s May 2023 includes Android CVE items discovered and patched by Google. Per the details, it solves 4 critical, 48 high, and 3 moderate levels of common vulnerability exposures, however, you can check Pixel May update changelog below.
- Touch: Improvements for touch screen response in certain conditions [only for Pixel 7 Pro]
- User Interface: Fix for issue occasionally causing lock screen UI elements to overlap with the home screen launcher interface
Wear OS 3.5 Patch
In addition to Pixel phones, Google delivered the Wear OS 3.5 May 2023 patch to Pixel Watch as well. This update should be rolled out for Galaxy Watch models too running the Wear OS. We’ve listed what’s new with Wear OS 3.5’s May 2023 patch below.
- The May 2023 software update includes the latest security patches for Pixel Watch users.
- Device Applicability
- Updates are available for all supported Pixel Watch devices.
- Device Applicability
Samsung May 2023 Updates – Recent Entries
May 27, 2023:
- Samsung’s Galaxy A20s, A53 and A73 are receiving the May 2023 Android patches.
May 26, 2023:
- The Galaxy A33, A02 and A34 5G also updated to the latest One UI patches released in May 2023.
May 25, 2023:
- The Galaxy A42 5G and M31 have started to receive the May 2023 security update.
May 23, 2023:
- The Galaxy A21s installs the May 2023 security patch.
May 21, 2023:
- Verizon releases May 2023 update to Samsung Galaxy S23, S22, S21, S20, Z Flip 3 and Fold 3/2
May 20, 2023:
- Samsung Galaxy A14 5G gets May 2023 security update
May 19, 2023:
- New Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite update installs May 2023 security patch
May 18, 2023:
- Samsung Galaxy M52 May 2023 update starts rolling out
- Samsung Galaxy A22 5G grabs May 2023 security update
May 17, 2023:
- May 2023 security update reaches Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite now getting May 2023 security update
May 16, 2023:
- Samsung Galaxy M51 gets new update in May 2023
May 13, 2023:
- Samsung released the May 2023 patches for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Galaxy A52s smartphone users.
May 12, 2023:
- Verizon starts rolling out May OTA to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10 Plus in the United States.
May 11, 2023:
- Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S7 series also join the latest Galaxy Tab S8 series with May 2023 patches.
May 10, 2023:
- The Galaxy S21 series begins grabbing the latest Android patches, while the Galaxy A54 getting it with Image Clipper.
May 9, 2023:
- The Galaxy A13 and Galaxy A53 receiving the May software update with latest Android patches.
May 8, 2023:
- Galaxy S21 FE grabs the May 2023 firmware alongside the Galaxy A73 smartphone.
May 7, 2023:
- Verizon updated its Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 with latest May patches.
May 6, 2023:
- Galaxy Note 20 series and Galaxy S22 series begin to get the most up-to-date Android patches.
May 5, 2023:
- May patches now available for the 2nd-gen Galaxy Fold and Z Flip 3.
May 4, 2023:
- Samsung updated Galaxy Tab S8 series, A52, A52 5G and A33 with the latest Android patches.
May 3, 2023:
- The Galaxy A23 smartphone gets May 2023 Android patches today.
- Samsung’s May update expanded to Galaxy S23 in India and the US.
May 2, 2023:
- Samsung’s Galaxy S23 lineup starts grabbing the May 2023 One UI patch in various countries.
April 29, 2023:
- 2019’s Galaxy A10e smartphone received the May 2023 security patch in South Korea.
Updates
US unlocked Galaxy S24 gets advanced Auto Blocker with November 2024 update
After locked models, Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for unlocked Galaxy S24 models in the US. This update includes a new Auto Blocker feature and the latest security patch to make your phone more secure.
Users of the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra models can identify the November 2024 security update with One UI builds S921U1UES4AXJA, S926U1UES4AXJA, and S928U1UES4AXJA respectively.
What’s New
The fresh update arrives with a new Auto Blocker feature. When you turn this on and set it to Maximum restrictions, your phone will only allow USB connections for charging. This means that other devices won’t be able to connect to your phone via USB, which helps protect your data if someone has physical access to your device.
While this feature provides extra-strong security, it will limit some of your phone’s functions. For example, you won’t be able to transfer files between your phone and other devices using a USB cable.
Moreover, the update installs the latest Android security patch to improve system security and stability to enhance overall performance. Samsung is yet to release the details of the November 2024 security patch on its Scope page.
How to Update?
Firstly, make sure your phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network to avoid using mobile data. Now, visit your phone’s Settings >> Scroll down and tap on Software Update >> Tap on the Download and Install option. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
After the update is installed, you can turn on the “Auto Blocker” feature in the settings to enhance your device’s security. This update brings useful improvements for Samsung Galaxy S24 users, helping to protect their personal information.
One UI 6.1: How to activate Auto Blocker feature on Samsung devices
Updates
Samsung Galaxy S23 grabs November 2024 security update in the US
Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra phones in the US. This update boosts the stability and security of your Galaxy S23 phone.
Users of the Galaxy S23 are currently getting this update on the Verizon network carrier in the US. Samsung will soon expand it to unlocked models and other countries.
The fresh update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1. It protects Galaxy devices against security threats by integrating Android and Samsung’s latest security patches. Moreover, it fixes bugs encountered in previous software to provide a more reliable and efficient user experience.
November 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series in the US can be verified through One UI builds given below:
- Galaxy S23 – S911USQS5CXI8
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916USQS5CXI8
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918USQS5CXI8
To check for software updates manually, head toward your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will get the Software Update section, simply open it. Inside the submenu, you need to hit the Download and Install button if your Galaxy fetches a new OTA.
Samsung is going to open the One UI 7 Beta Program at the end of this year for developers. Recent reports reveal that the Beta update is around the corner as the company published One UI 7 Beta forums on the US community for the Galaxy S24 and S23 series.
Install the November 2024 security patch now on your smartphone to make it ready for the upcoming major update.
Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra getting November 2024 security update in the US
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Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra getting November 2024 security update in the US
After the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for the latest Galaxy S series, the Galaxy S24. The update is available for locked models on the Verizon network carrier in the US.
The fresh update provides the most up-to-date Android security patch on your device to improve performance. It fixes several issues to make your Galaxy S24 more stable, reliable, and secure.
Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra models are receiving the November 2024 security update in the US with One UI builds S921USQS4AXJA, S926USQS4AXJA, and S928USQS4AXJA. The company will soon expand it to unlocked models.
It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all models. Currently, it is limited to users in the US, and in other countries, users will receive it in the coming days to weeks.
November 2024 security patch details aren’t available yet, but they should be posted on the Samsung support page soon. In the meantime, users can install the latest update and check out fresh enhancements.
To install the update, you just need to visit Settings >> tap on Software Update >> Download and install. Now, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your smartphone.
Before downloading the update, make sure to connect to Wi-Fi or have a strong Verizon signal, and ensure your battery is fully charged.
Aside from this, Samsung Galaxy S24 series models are currently running Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1. Users are looking forward to trying One UI 7 features, which Samsung plans to release as a beta for developers in late 2024. It will be available for Galaxy S24 users soon after.
If you are interested in testing the One UI 7 Beta, make sure your Galaxy S24 is ready for it.
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