March 2023 security patch fixes dozens of security bugs in Android OS and One UI. However, the latest update does not accompany any noticeable changes for the Galaxy Note 20 smartphones but it amplifies the performance.

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According to the official details, March 2023 update brings fixes for 23 issues belonging to Samsung software that further sweetens One UI apps and services. Specifically, the company resolves problems in Bluetooth, function drivers, Galaxy Themes, Samsung Keyboard, System UI, and other One UI services.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra smartphones are getting March 2023 security update on several network carriers in the US. For carrier locked version, the update is pushed on Sprint, T-Mobile, and Xfinity Mobile.

On the other side, unlocked Galaxy Note 20 variants grabbing this update on  AT&T, Bluegrass Cellular, Comcast, Cricket, C-Sphire, Sprint, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon, and Xfinity Mobile’s network.

Latest Firmware:

Carrier Locked 

• Galaxy Note 20 – N981USQS3HWB7
• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986USQS3HWB7

Carrier-Unlocked 

• Galaxy Note 20 – N981U1UES3HWB7
• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986U1UES3HWB7

If you haven’t already received the OTA update notification, expect to get it in the next day or so. The rollout happens rapidly so it shouldn’t be long before you’re able to get the update. You can manually check the update via your device’s Settings, Download and install option under Software Updates.

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March 2023 security update comes as the first post-One UI 5.1 firmware for the “carrier-unlocked” Samsung Galaxy Note20 series. It brings the latest Android and One UI (SMR) patches released in March in order to ensure the best system reliability on Galaxy devices. You can check the software versions, below:

• Galaxy Note 20 – N981U1UES3HWB7
• Note 20 Ultra – N986U1UES3HWB7

Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20 smartphone lineup is no longer eligible for major Android and One UI upgrades. The One UI 5.1 is the last feature-rich update released by Samsung as the One UI 5.1.1 will be foldable-centric. Still, the company is committed to delivering another year of regular security updates.

The March 2023 Android plus One UI security patch brings fixes for several CVEs and SVEs. More specifically, the company brings additional enhancements and bug fixes for problems in Bluetooth, function driver, Galaxy Themes, Samsung Keyboard, System UI, and so on.

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How to update?

Triggering manual software updates on your Galaxy smartphone a quite easy task. Just head towards the Settings menu, scroll down, and hit the Software update tab. From there, you are required to hit the Download and install button to proceed ahead.

Fav One UI 5.1 feature?

Last month, Samsung rolled out the One UI 5.1 features to the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra devices. From Camera and Gallery to Personalization and Multitasking, the latest iteration of One UI introduces a slew of useful features to consumers. Let us know your favorite One UI 5.1 feature!

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones are getting One UI 5.1 update in India with One UI build versions N980BXXU5HWAC and N986BXXU5HWAC respectively.

One UI 5.1 update for Galaxy Note 20 brings a bunch of new features as well as multiple improvements to enhance the users’ experience. Meanwhile, it also includes the latest February 2023 Android security patch to enhance system security and stability.

It added easy access to the Expert RAW app on Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone so you can easily control it directly from the Camera modes. For the front camera, the company also provides you the ability to easily change color tone while taking selfies.

Furthermore, Samsung is improving multi-tasking on your Galaxy phone as it delivers additional functionalities to both pop-up and split-screen views. The Gallery app is also getting various notable changes such as you can now extract text from videos, getting more convenient information displays, and creating quality GIFs using the GIF Remaster feature.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra One UI 5.1 Update – India #samsung #GalaxyNote20 #OneUI5_1 pic.twitter.com/e9KbsUxOP6

— Samsung Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) March 4, 2023

Also, One UI 5.1 offers a new Battery widget that shows you the battery status of your phone and other connected devices on the main screen itself. Whereas, the intuitive Weather widget provides a summary of the current weather condition.

Not only this, the company also brings changes to the Contacts widget, animation, smart suggestion widget, Bixby Text Call, Samsung Internet, AR Zone, Wallpaper section, Color Palette, Edge Panel, and other One UI services.

How to update

Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.

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Samsung pushed the latest February 2023 Android security patch to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra users in Germany. The update can be verified through the software version ending GWB1, you can now check for the update on your device as well.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra February 2023 Update Germany!!! #Samsung #withGalaxy #Germany pic.twitter.com/Wfe3eUMdFe

— Samsung One UI Software Updates #SamsungUnpacked (@SamSWUpdate) February 8, 2023

February 7: For LTE…

Samsung begins delivering the February 2023 Android security patch update for the LTE version of Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones with a build version ending with GWB1.

It is currently released in Argentina, Bolivia, Guatemala, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay, however, the company should soon expand it.

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February 6: For 5G…

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series starts getting February 2023 security update in Switzerland. It makes the Galaxy Note 20 series the first Android device in the world to grab the most up-to-date security patch.

According to the information, the February 2023 update comes with PDA software versions: N981BXXS5GWB1 and N986BXXS5GWB1 for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, respectively.

Since the update rollout has just begun, the company will expand the availability gradually. Moreover, the details of Samsung’s February patch are yet to be published, which is expected to release by the end of this week.

How to install new firmware:

To download and install a new firmware update on your Samsung device, head toward system Settings. Once done, find the Software update tab, hit the Download and install button and follow the on-screen instructions.

One UI 5.1:

At the Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung showcased the new One UI 5.1 software version as a new Android 13 skin. It’s confirmed that the Galaxy Note 20 series will get the One UI 5.1 features and changes through a firmware update.

It’s expected that the Korean tech giant would offer select Galaxy S23 camera features to older Galaxy devices. However, the One UI 5.1 would be the last major One UI upgrade for the Galaxy Note 20 series.

Here’s what you should do:

Samsung is currently offering exciting pre-order benefits on the new Galaxy S23 series smartphones. The new phones are packed with the world’s fastest Snapdragon chipset and the latest software system for great experiences.

Galaxy S23 Vs Galaxy Note 20: Samsung fans, it’s time to upgrade!

Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus Vs Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: What are the big differences?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – Most worthy upgrade

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The Galaxy S Ultra is now continuing the Note legacy, starting with the Galaxy S22 Ultra. On the other hand, Samsung is continuously refining the standard and Plus variants of the S lineup as part of delivering a truly great user experience.

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The Galaxy S23 brings a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with up to 1750 nits peak brightness so you can have clear vision even in sunlight. Notably, the Galaxy Note 20 5G is equipped with an S23 Plus-like 6.7-inch display, while the refresh rate is capped at just 60Hz.

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Remembering the legend – Galaxy Note 20

Compared to the Exynos 990 or Snapdragon 865+, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor for Galaxy is quite powerful, delivering a super smooth experience. Weight-wise, the Galaxy S23 is going to be a super-slim phone if you are jumping from the 192-gram Note 20.

Talking about the camera, the Galaxy S23 offers you a triple rear camera setup, similar to your current Note 20 phone. However, there are some changes in the camera sensors as S23 brings a 50MP primary camera and 10MP telephoto camera whereas Note 20 brings a 12MP primary and 64MP telephoto.

Let’s have a quick look at specs comparison:

Samsung Galaxy S23 Vs Galaxy Note 20 5G Specs

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Price

Vanishing all the leaks and rumors, the Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra flagships are finally official. Are you thinking to upgrade your current phone to a new Galaxy? We are listing the price details for the US, below, just do note that the price may vary by region and carrier.

Galaxy S23 5G

• Starts at $799.99

Galaxy S23 Plus 5G

• Starts at $999.99

Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G

• Starts at $1,199.99

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According to tipster TheGalox, Samsung’s next One UI version, One UI 5.1 will bring “a lot of improvements” to the day-to-day usage of Galaxy devices. Here, the tipster may have thought about regularly used features such as camera, gallery, phone dialer, quick settings, lockscreen, and homescreen.

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The Galaxy S23 series exclusively runs One UI 5.1 software out of the box. The source claimed that the company may offer some of the new Galaxy S23 features to older Galaxies with the One UI 5.1 update. It means, there will be new camera and customization options on the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series.

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One UI 5.1 will bring a lot of improvements to the day to day usage of Galaxy devices

It also brings some Galaxy S23 features to older devices

You can reserve the S23 here: https://t.co/0v9oO7RRTW pic.twitter.com/XQ6gkJlFO3

— Anthony (@TheGalox_) January 27, 2023

Some of the officially confirmed Galaxy S23 x One UI 5.1 features are Video Wallpaper on the lock screen and phone’s zoom control through the Watch’s Camera Controller. Apart from this, leaked documentation showcased that the S23 series brings a new AI Restoration mode in the native camera app.

Earlier, Samsung released the Camera Controller update to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 smartwatches. The changelog of that released revealed that One UI 5.1 update is coming to the Samsung devices launched post-Galaxy S20 series and Galaxy Z Flip.

It means the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy S21, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy S22, Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 are officially confirmed to grab the One UI 5.1. However, the same treatment may be given to the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip LTE smartphones too.

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Verizon started rolling out the December 2022 security update to the Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, S21 Ultra, S21 FE, S21 FE (2022), Note 20, Note 20 Ultra, Z Flip 3, Z Fold 3, and Z Fold 2 devices. The new firmware update only improves the device security and stability for a better user experience.

• Update: Verizon pushed December 2022 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 4 (F936USQU1BVL7) and Galaxy Flip 4 (F721USQU1BVL9) on December 28, and expanded on January 10.

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The new firmware update embedding December 2022 patch may have reached your Galaxy device in the US. Before you download, make sure your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network or strong network connection as well as battery is fully charged.

According to the Verizon support page, current software update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches on your device. Notably, all (below-listed) Galaxy devices have already received the major Android 13-based One UI 5.0 firmware.

For international Galaxies, Samsung’s December update comes with fixes for five critical CVEs, sixty high levels of CVEs, and two moderate. However, your network carrier may have included some additional bugs and issues before pushing it to your Samsung device.

Firmware versions:

• Galaxy S21: TP1A.220624.014.G991USQS5DVL3
• Galaxy S21+: TP1A.220624.014.G996USQS5DVL3
• Galaxy S21 Ultra: TP1A.220624.014.G998USQS5DVL3
• Galaxy S21 FE: TP1A.220624.014.G990USQS4DVL1
• Galaxy S21 FE (2022): TP1A.220624.014.G990U2SQS2DVL1
• Galaxy Note 20: TP1A.220624.014.N981USQS3GVKA
• Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: TP1A.220624.014.N986USQS3GVKA
• Galaxy Fold 2: TP1A.220624.014.F916USQS2IVK7
• Galaxy Fold 3: TP1A.220624.014.F926USQS2EVK7
• Galaxy Flip 3: TP1A.220624.014.F711USQS3EVK7

How to update

Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.

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According to the information, the latest firmware update bears version numbers N981U1UES3GVL1 and N986U1UES3GVL1 for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, respectively.

Galaxy Note 20 January update

First reported by AH, Samsung Galaxy Note 20 lineup’s January 2023 update is available for carrier-unlocked models of AT&T, Verizon, Xfinity Mobile, Comcast, and Cricket Wireless in the US.

For the Galaxy Note 20 consumers outside the US, the Korean tech giant may soon expand the availability of this most up-to-date Android security patch, which fixes critical Knox and Secure Folder issues.

As per Samsung’s security patch bulletin, the January patch update includes fixes for more than 70 vulnerabilities, which includes 52 high leveled CVEs from Google and about 20 SVEs from the phone vendor.

Starting with Galaxy Note 10 series, Samsung has started the January update rollout for Galaxy S21, Galaxy A73, Galaxy A10 and Galaxy Z Flip LTE/5G smartphones in the international market.

How to update// You have to open your device’s system Settings, then scroll down until the option entitled Software update. Tap it then the user interface will show you another tab namely Download and install.

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The update addresses 80 issues and vulnerabilities that affect phone security and users’ privacy. These include 67 CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 13 SVEs from Samsung’s One UI software.

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December 21, 2022 [Korea]

Samsung started rolling out December 2022 security update for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones in South Korea. The update mainly improves system security and stability along with fixes for about 90 CVEs for the Android operating system.

The latest December 2022 security patch brings fixes for five critical CVEs, sixty high levels of CVEs, and two moderate for Samsung phones and tablets. It’s worth mentioning that three Android CVEs aren’t applicable on Galaxy devices.

How to update

Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.

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If you are in Europe, it’s the right time to head toward the software settings menu to grab and install the December 2022 patch on your Galaxy Note 20 or Note 20 Ultra. Users living outside Europe can expect the same treatment within a few days. Version numbers are as follows:

• Galaxy Note 20 — N980FXXS5GVK9/N981BXXS5GVK9
• Note 20 Ultra — N985FXXS5GVK9/N986BXXS5GVK9

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Since Galaxy Note 20 users have recently received the Android 13-based One UI 5.0, the December 2022 security update brings further security improvements. We recommend you install the new patch as soon as it reaches your country to safeguard your device against over 80 critical/severe vulnerabilities.

• December 2022 security update brings fixes to these bugs, issues

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Have you received One UI 5?

On November 7, the South Korean tech giant initially debuted the One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy Note 20 series alongside the S21 and S20 series. Since then, the OEM is continuously expanding the rollout in more regions and users worldwide. Have you received your free One UI 5 update?

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