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Samsung’s January 2024 patch for Galaxy S23 series is expanding!
Samsung’s January 2024 security patch addresses approx 74 vulnerabilities on Galaxy devices. While the company is set to introduce One UI 6.1 next week, incremental software updates continue to roll out. Now, Samsung has begun expanding the January 2024 patch for the Galaxy S23 series.
Later yesterday, US Cellular pushed the January 2024 patch to the Galaxy S23 series in the US. Without any ado, the company has started expanding it to markets outside the US, such as India and Germany. Notably, the release weighs less than 400MB and bears a version number ending with BWL3.
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It’s expected that the One UI 6.1 update will bring select Galaxy AI features from the S24 series to older models. The next One UI update could start rolling out to Galaxy S23 series in late February or early March. Meanwhile, join the Epic Unpacked on January 17 with us!
Galaxy S24 Ultra Specifications
Colors
- Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, Titanium Yellow
- Samsung Store exclusive: Jade Green, Sapphire Blue, Sandstone Orange
Dimensions & Weight
- 79.0 x 162.3 x 8.6mm
- 232 grams
Display
- 6.8″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz (1-120 Hz), HDR10+, Always On, Eye Comfort Shield, Vision Booster, 3120 x 1440 pixels, 505 ppi
Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, 64-bit, 4 nm, Octa-Core (3.39 GHz, 3.1 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.2 GHz)
Storage
- 256/512GB/1TB internal storage, 12GB RAM
Main camera
- Quad camera with laser autofocus and LED flash
- Wide angle lens: 200 MP, F/1.7, Super Quad Pixel autofocus, OIS, Super Clear Lens
- Duo telephoto lens:
- Telephoto lens 1: 50 MP, F/3.4, 5x optical magnification, Quad Pixel autofocus, OIS
- Telephoto lens 2: 10 MP, F/2.4, 3x optical magnification, dual pixel autofocus, OIS
- Ultra wide angle lens: 12 MP, F/2.2, dual pixel autofocus, 120° field of view
Front camera
- 12 MP (F/2.2), dual pixel autofocus
Camera features
- Zoom: 100x Space Zoom
- Video: Nightograpy video, Super HDR, 12-bit HDR, 8K video recording, 8K video snap, portrait video with bokeh -Effect, Pro Video, Slow Motion, Super Slow Motion, Hyperlapse, Dual Recording, Audio Zoom, Super Steady
- Photo: Portrait Mode with Bokeh Effect, Pro Mode, Panorama, Night Mode, Food, Selfie, Group Selfie, Single Take, automatic scene optimization, Bixby Vision, AR zone, QR scanner, expertRAW photo app (50 MP raw photos, Astrophoto, Multi Exposure, digital ND filter)
Audio & Video
- Audio: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE
- Video:
- Max. Resolution recording: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 FPS
- Max. Resolution playback: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 60 FPS
Sensors
- Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, compass, hall sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor
Battery
- 5000 mAh, Fast Charging, 45W wired, Wireless 15W, Wireless PowerShare
SIM, Connectivity & Navigation
- SIM: Dual SIM, 2x Nano SIM, eSIM
- Connectivity: USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 7, WiFi Direct, Miracast, NFC, UWB
- Navigation: GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Network
- 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Additional Features
S Pen, IP68, titanium frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Armor, Wireless PowerShare, Wireless Samsung DeX, Link to Windows, blue light filter, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Samsung Health, Bixby Assistant, Bixby Routines, Secure Folder, Focus Mode, Samsung Knox
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We are in December 2024 and Samsung has started releasing the second November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S24 series. The update is currently available for users in Europe and may expand to more countries soon.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are getting a second November 2024 security update via the One UI build version S921BXXU4AXK4, S926BXXU4AXK4, and S928BXXU4AXK4 respectively.
The fresh update enhances the stability of some functions to provide a better experience. In addition, it also improves the security of the device by fixing some bugs for smoother performance. However, the exact details of the enhancements are not given in the changelog.
Users will have to download a 570 MB package to install the firmware update on their smartphone. For installation, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to start the One UI 7 Beta Program soon for the Galaxy S24 series. Recently, a new build appeared for the Galaxy S24 series, suggesting the beta update is just around the corner.
If you are using a Galaxy S24 smartphone in Europe, install the update now to get enhanced security. In addition, it is the way towards the One UI 7 Beta.
Samsung moves closer to One UI 7 Beta release for Galaxy S24
Samsung is rolling out the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy Watch 7 in Europe, after Korea. This update is important as it’s the first security patch for the watch since it was released in July.
Before this, the Galaxy Watch 7 had been criticized for not getting updates on time, with some models still using security patches from months before the watch was even launched.
November 2024 security update is available for Galaxy Watch 7 Bluetooth models (SM-L300, SM-L310) in Europe with firmware version ending with XXU1AXK6. However, not all models are getting the update just yet.
The update is currently not available for the 4G versions of the Galaxy Watch 7 (SM-L305F, SM-L315F) or the Galaxy Watch Ultra (SM-L705F). Samsung is expected to release the update for these models soon.
The fresh update improves the watch’s stability and reliability. The most essential part is that it adds the latest security patch for November 2024 as it makes the device more secure.
Users will have to install a 245 MB software package to install the update. You can also check for the update manually by connecting the watch to your phone, opening the Wearable app then, going to the Watch 7 settings in the app and selecting Update watch software.
Samsung releases November 2024 security update for Galaxy Watch 7
Samsung has pushed the first update for the limited-release foldable phone, Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, which installs the November 2024 security patch. The fresh update is based on One UI 6.1.1 and Android 14.
The first update for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is rolling out in Korea and the company will soon make it available for all models. Users can verify the November 2024 security update with One UI build version F958NKSU2AXK4 and an installation package size of around 500MB.
The fresh update delivers the usual security fixes and may also include performance enhancements, bug fixes, and stability improvements. However, Samsung has not provided any specific details in the changelog.
Notably, November 2024 security fixes 52 vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung software. Google has patched 38 high-level issues, and one CVE doesn’t apply to Galaxy devices. Samsung has also addressed 13 issues, including bugs related to multiple users, Dex Mode, Galaxy Watch, and Settings. These patches aim to improve security and device performance.
For those with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, updating is easy. Simply go to the Settings app, navigate to “Software update,” and select “Download and install” to receive the patch.
The update ensures that the device remains secure, stable, and possibly more efficient, though it may not include any major feature changes.