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Samsung serves February 2023 security update to Galaxy S23 users
Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra smartphone users have started receiving the latest February 2023 Android security patch update. The company is initially releasing the update in Europe, with customers living in Germany getting the opportunity to install it first.
The February 2023 patch for Galaxy S23 customers does not bring many new changes. It slightly optimizes the system’s security and stability to maintain the users’ experience and stay connected with new privacy functions.
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In addition, the official changelog for the update also says various One UI stock app updates. However, what changes these apps get with the latest update is not mentioned here. You will only get to know them once you have your hands on the February 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy S23.
The list of updated apps includes:
AR Zone, Samsung Notes Add-ons, Clock, Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Global Goals, Samsung Notes, PENUP, Samsung Internet, Samsung Health, SmartThings, Galaxy Shop, Samsung Members, Samsung Wallet, Samsung TV Plus, Calculator, Smart Switch, and voice recorder.
On the other hand, Samsung further fixes around four dozen vulnerabilities that were harming the files and data saved on the phone. These include 47 CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 7 SVEs from Samsung’s One UI software.
Aside from these, you might notice improvements in the battery life of your S23 or fixes for some other issues and errors you were facing in your phone since the purchase.
Software version:
The Korean tech is releasing the Galaxy S23 February 2023 update with One UI built version S911BXXU1AWBD. Whereas, the Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra users can identify it through firmware versions S916BXXU1AWBD and S918BXXU1AWBD, respectively.
In case you are new to Samsung: You can check and download the latest software update on Galaxy S23 through its Settings. From here, head over to the Software update section and tap the Download and install option. Simply, hit the Download button to start the procedure, and finally Install the update on your phone.
Samsung has released an enhanced 4G band support update for its older smartphone models, the Galaxy S7 from 2016 and the Galaxy A5 from 2017. This update is essential for maintaining access to network services, including emergency calls.
The new update ensures that these Galaxy devices remain functional with current 4G networks. Although the update does not provide new features or security enhancements, it is important for continuous network connectivity.
After the enhanced 4G TDD band support update, the firmware for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy A5 have been updated to G930FXXU8EVG3 and A520FXXUGCTKA, respectively.
Currently, the update is available for Galaxy S7 and Galaxy A5 in Europe. However, there is no information about the update for the Galaxy S7 Edge. It is expected that Samsung will extend this update to more models from 2016 onwards.
Samsung is updating older phones to ensure that even older models can stay connected. Users with these models should manually check for updates if they have not received a notification. To install the latest update, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
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Samsung has pushed a new update for Galaxy Tab A8, which installs the latest Android security patch released in April 2024 to improve system security and stability. Users can identify the update through the One UI build version ending with DXD5.
Users of Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 are receiving the April 2024 security update in Korea and Europe. It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all eligible models.
The fresh update mainly focuses on improving the system security of the device by including the latest Android security measures. Additionally, the update addresses various bugs and stability optimizations, which brings a better overall user experience.
If you have received the update pop-up on your device, you can install it to get an enhanced experience. You can check and install the update through Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
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Samsung Good Lock is a widely used customization app, but users have been facing a functional issue with its start screen behavior. Users have noticed that the app, which used to open on the last tab they viewed, now opens by default on the ‘Terrace’ tab every time it is visited.
This change from the expected behavior was reported by a user who pointed out that the app should remain on the last tab where it was turned off. Instead, the app now consistently starts from the ‘Terrace’ tab, causing minor inconvenience to those who rely on its original functionality.
However, the Samsung community moderator has acknowledged the issue and announced that a solution is underway. The fix will be included in the next update, ensuring that the app will function as intended.
Users of Samsung Good Lock can look forward to the upcoming update, which promises to restore the app’s smart tab selection feature and enhance overall usability.
“Thank you for bringing this to our attention! As you said, normal operation is for the last page viewed to be selected first. We will correct this part and have it reflected in the next version release,” said the community moderator.
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