Updates
July 2023 Wear OS update begins rolling out to TicWatch Pro 5
The recently released TicWatch Pro 5 smartwatch is getting July 2023 firmware update with a number of Wear OS bug fixes and improvements. The company has already shipped this SW to consumers, and the phase-wise rollout is underway as well.
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The first TicWatch Pro 5 update brings a handful of improvements throughout, including a new security patch to the July 2023 patch. Mobvoi, the manufacturer of TicWatch explains that the update also brings a bunch of fixes and improvements. That includes:
- Enhance the vibration intensity of notifications to make them more noticeable
- Allow the alarms to function even when the device is locked, particularly after exiting Essential mode
- Improve the responsiveness of the OLED screen by increasing the speed of ‘Tilt to wake up’ feature
The company further adds that TicWatch Pro 5 update brings general stability improvements to “minimize any potential issues or glitches.” Beyond that, though, there are a fix specific bug fixes which include:
- Resolved an issue where the audio might not be heard by the other party during calls on certain devices.
- Fixed a bug that caused difficulties in customizing pictures while using the Image watchface.
- Addressed several issues that could lead to the TicHealth app crashing unexpectedly.
- Corrected a problem where the heart rate measurement occasionally displayed an incorrect off-wrist prompt.
- Resolved various other bugs and issues to improve overall performance and user experience.
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.
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.
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.
