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[U: Verizon] Samsung expands Galaxy S22, S21 December 2022 security update in the US
Verizon is rolling out a new update with December 2022 security patch for Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphones in the US. The update improves system security and stability as well as enhances some functions.
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December 2022 update for Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra come with the One UI build versions S901USQU2BVL1, S906USQU2BVL1, and S908USQU2BVL1.
December 19, 2022
Samsung has started to roll out the December 2022 Android security patch update for the high-end Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series phones in the US. All six devices are receiving this update with system performance improvements and various issues fixes.
It’s worth noticing that the Galaxy S22 December 2022 patch update is live for the carrier-unlocked models of AT&T, Cricket, Bluegrass Cellular, and C-Spire networks in the US. You can identify it through One UI build version S901U1UEU2BVL1, S906U1UEU2BVL1, and S908U1UEU2BVL1 for S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra respectively.
Whereas, the Galaxy S21 December 2022 patch is released for the carrier-locked models of Comcast’s network in the country. This update comes with firmware version G99xUSQS5DVL3, G99xUSQS5DVL3, and G99xUSQS5DVL3 for S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra sequentially.
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Samsung December 2022 update –
Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 mainly get system security optimization with the December 2022 update so that you can use your device without any worries. Additionally, it ensures you a seamless performance with system stability improvements.
Aside from these, the company’s official support page also mentions fixes for multiple issues and errors that harm users’ privacy and their Galaxy device’s security. These include 5 critical, 60 high, and 2 moderate levels of CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 13 Galaxy-specific vulnerabilities which were harming many commonly used One UI apps and services.
Are you facing issues with Android 13?
Both Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series devices have received their latest major software update which is Android 13-based One UI 5.0 in the US. This update installs so many new features and improvements for the users but some users are also reporting issues after installing the update.
Are you also facing any issues or errors after installing the Android 13 update on your Galaxy S22 or Galaxy S21? If yes, what kind of issues are there – is any feature not working on your phone or some stability errors? Do let us know through the comment section.
March 2023 security update is now rolling out for Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones in the US. The latest update installs an Android patch to enhance security.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphones already received March 2023 update in selected European countries such as Germany. Now, the update is available for carrier-unlocked Galaxy S20 variants in the US and the company will expand this update soon for locked ones.
The latest update for Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones in the US can be identified via One UI build versions G981U1UES3HWB5, G986U1UES3HWB5, and G988U1UES3HWB5 respectively.
March 2023 security Update Detail:
Samsung’s March 2023 security patch brings Google patches that are mentioned in the Android security bulletin. For your Galaxy S20, there are a number of common vulnerability exposures mentioned in the document, including:
- Critical – 5
- High – 35
- Moderate – 0
- Already fixed – 4
- Not applicable – 5
Not that all, but the firmware also comes with 23 SVE (Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures). With both CVE and SVE items, the company ensures the best possible security on Galaxy devices.
How to Update:
First of all, visit your system Settings, now scroll down the tap the Software update tab. From here, you have to hit the Download and install button so your smartphone can connect to Samsung’s software server and detect a new build online. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.
Samsung rolled out March 2023 update for the Galaxy S23 series in several countries including France, Germany, UK, and India. Now, the company is pushing the March 2023 security update for Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones in the US.
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The latest update enhances the security of the Galaxy S23 devices as well as enhances stability to provide better performance. It is a regular update so it does not carry much more than the monthly security maintenance.
According to official details, March 2023 security patch brings fixes for a bundle of security bugs in Android OS to provide a seamless and errorless performance. This update fixes a bunch of 60 vulnerabilities which includes 23 Galaxy-specific Samsung Vulnerability and Exposures.
March 2023 security update is releasing for carrier-unlocked Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra variants in the US. The carrier-locked variants of Galaxy S23 will soon receive this monthly update.
Latest Firmware:
- Galaxy S23 – S911U1UES1AWBM
- Galaxy S23 Plus – S916U1UES1AWBM
- Galaxy S23 Ultra – S918U1UES1AWBM
The installation package size of the latest update is 383.01 MB, you can download and install it by following a few steps. Open your device Settings, press on the Software Update option, and then click on the Download and install option. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.
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According to some reports, Samsung is going to release a major update for the Galaxy S23 series smartphones before the start of April. This major update will bring camera improvements to provide a wonderful Galaxy experience.
Samsung has a big Galaxy S23 Camera firmware in the pipeline, get ready for April
Samsung is rolling out the March 2023 Android security patch update for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 smartphones in Europe. This update fixes many unwanted issues and further sweetens the One UI 5.1 software.
As per the information, these foldable smartphones are receiving optimizations for system stability. It ensures that you don’t meet any crashing, freezing, or lagging problems while operating the phone.
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For security enhancement, the Korean firm has fixed over 60 related issues and exposures. These include 5 Critical and 35 High levels of CVEs from Google’s Android operating system and 23 Galaxy-specific SVEs that were affecting One UI apps and services.
Besides these, Samsung does not bring any notable new features or changes with this update. Both these foldables recently grabbed the big One UI 5.1 update and their another feature-rich One UI 5.1.1 software is on the way.
Last year, Samsung brought the Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 software with a lot of new features to make large-screen easy to use. A similar update is coming this year as well but there is no sign of Android 13L so far. It seems like One UI 5.1.1 will also rely on Android 13.
Moreover, the company is expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 smartphones with Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1 software out of the box. The next-gen foldable phones may debut in August this year, whereas the One UI 5.1.1 may be available for older Galaxy devices a month later of launch.
Software version:
You can verify the March 2023 software update for your Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 or Galaxy Z Flip 3 in Europe with One UI version:
- Fold 3 – F926BXXS3EWB5
- Flip 3 – F711BXXS4EWB5
Meanwhile, to get access to it, visit your phone’s Settings and go to the Software update section then tap Download and install option.