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Samsung expands Galaxy S23’s February 2025 update: What’s new before One UI 7?

Samsung Galaxy S23 series is getting a February 2025 security update widely. Starting from South Korea, the firmware update has been expanded to America and Europe. The latest expansion is taking place in Asia, more specifically, India.
Galaxy S23 series users are eagerly waiting for the One UI 7 update but Samsung has just the February 2025 security update to offer. An official release timeline is still awaited from Samsung’s part, which would make things better.
Version Numbers:
- S91xNKSU5CYB1 – South Korea
- S91xUSQU5CYB1 – US (carrier-locked)
- S91xBXXU8CYB4 – Europe
- S91xBXXU8CYB4 – India
Samsung is updating Galaxy smartphones to keep them safe against flaws. This update is like a monthly check-up called the Security Maintenance Release (SMR). It fixes problems that could let hackers mess with your phone.
The update has two parts:
The February 2025 update is rolling out now, and it covers all these fixes so your phone stays secure. Some problems Samsung fixed might have been handled before, and a couple don’t even apply to Galaxy phones, so the OTA skipped those.
1. Google’s fixes:
Google found some weak spots within Android that hackers could use, ranked them as “Critical” (super dangerous) or “High” (pretty risky), and fixed them. These fixes are listed with codes like CVE-2024-20154 (to help people identify).
2. Samsung’s fixes:
Samsung found 7 specific issues in its own stuff and fixed those too. Some phones with Qualcomm chips had glitches that could let hackers mess with the memory, and Samsung patched those up by making sure everything stays in the right place.
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March 2025 Play System update for Samsung devices rolling out

Samsung Galaxy devices are receiving the March 2025 Play System update with new features and enhancements. This new update has been spotted on the Galaxy A54 smartphone, and more devices will gradually receive this update.
The fresh update improves developer services, device connectivity, system management utilities, and Google Play Store by bringing new features and enhancements.
March 2025 Play System update now supports Thread network for compatible Samsung Galaxy devices, which helps your smart home gadgets communicate more smoothly. With this, your devices can work better with nearby routers using Thread networks.

March 2025 Play System Update
Moreover, the update improves the Cast Options settings. Google has made it easier to manage your cast devices with a new, more user-friendly interface.
A new 2-column layout is also being added to Google Play Store reviews. It makes better use of the screen to show more useful information.
The update includes improvements to the Play Store’s discoverability features. It helps users easily find new Android and Gemini features.
To check and install the update, you just need to open the Settings app on your Galaxy smartphone. Now, tap on the Security and privacy option, and then Updates. Here, you see the Google Play System Update option. Click on it and install the update to enjoy new features.
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Samsung makes Clock app more stable with version 12.2.6.1

Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Clock app, bringing the app to version 12.2.6.1. This update addresses issues that users encountered in the previous version and brings enhancements to improve the app’s overall performance.
For those who have been experiencing bugs or other glitches in earlier versions of the Clock app, this update fixes those issues to ensure a smoother user experience. Whether you’ve faced problems with alarms, timers, or any other features, the new version resolves them.
In addition to bug fixes, the Samsung Clock 12.2.6.1 update brings some enhancements that aim to enhance the user interface and improve functionality. The update offers improved stability, so you can expect the app to run more smoothly.

Source – Sammyfans
The new version of the Samsung Clock app is available for download via the Galaxy Store for Galaxy devices. To get the update, simply open the Galaxy Store, navigate to the Menu option, and select “Updates” to check for the latest version.
Also, users can download the latest update of the Clock app from a third-party app link mentioned here. The update makes the clock app more reliable for regular use. Install the latest clock update now to enjoy enhanced features.
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Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, and S21 Ultra getting March 2025 security update

Samsung has started releasing the March 2025 security update for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones. The update is currently live in Korea, and the company will expand it soon.
The fresh update improves system security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience. It fixes several issues that users encountered in previous software for a smoother experience.
March 2025 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S21 series can be identified through the One UI build version mentioned below.
- G991NKSS8GYC1 – Galaxy S21
- G996NKSS8GYC1 – Galaxy S21 Plus
- G998NKSS8GYC1 – Galaxy S21 Ultra
The installation package size of this update is around 280 MB. Notably, the update is based on Android 14, and the Galaxy S21 series is also eligible for the Android 15-based One UI 7 update. It is expected that this series will receive the update in late April or May 2025.
The latest security patch fixes over 58 vulnerabilities to enhance the security and stability of the devices. It mainly focuses on enhancing Auracast, sensitive communication settings, the Galaxy Watch Gallery, Wi-Fi services, and more.
This fresh update enhances the overall experience of using your Galaxy S21 by fixing these issues and improving system performance. The update will be expanded to more countries soon.
To check the update, you just need to navigate to the device’s Settings, then Software update, and Download and install. If you have received the update, install it now to get enhanced features.
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Samsung Galaxy A53 gets March 2025 security update in Europe

Samsung has pushed the March 2025 security update for the Galaxy A53 5G smartphone, which improves the system security and stability. The update is currently live in Europe, and the company will expand it soon.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G can verify the March 2025 security update via One UI build version A536BXXSDEYB9. The installation package of this update is around 300 MB.
March 2025 security update fixes over 58 vulnerabilities found in previous software versions. Google has released patches for 11 critical and 40 high-level security issues, with one CVE already covered in earlier patches and 3 CVEs that do not apply to Samsung devices.
Moreover, Samsung addresses 7 SVE items with the March 2025 security patch. This mainly fixes issues related to Auracast, sensitive communication settings, the Galaxy Watch Gallery, Wi-Fi services, and more.
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.
The latest update for Galaxy A53 is based on Android 14, and the company will release the Android 15-based One UI 7 update for this smartphone in the coming months.
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Boom! Samsung just released April 2025 One UI 7 security update

April 2025 is nearly a week away but Samsung is already deploying the latest security update. Recently, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 users have started getting the third One UI 7 Beta update in South Korea, the US, and India.
The latest Beta update brings 6 new features for the users of these foldable phones. The changelog has also specified a handful of bug fixes that have been addressed as part of enhancing the user experience of Beta participants.
Well, Samsung has included the April 2025 security update in the One UI 7 Beta 3. The company will share the details of this security release within two weeks. However, the distribution has already started through the Beta channel.
Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 series are on the verge of receiving new Beta updates soon. We might witness a similar treatment for the flagship smartphone users. The April 2025 patch be included in Beta 6 and Beta 2 for the S24 and S23 series as well.
Early security updates aren’t a surprising development in the Galaxy ecosystem. The company often pushes the latest security patches even before the month begins. Google would release the April patch for Pixel phones on the first Monday of April.
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