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These Samsung devices support RAM Plus feature, find yours
RAM is one of the most important elements of a smartphone and the makers are now extending it through software updates. After some Chinese OEMs, Samsung is here with its futuristic memory extension feature called RAM Plus (check the compatible device list below).
Last year, the South Korean tech giant debuted the virtual RAM extension function that comes with up to 4GB of additional space to the smartphone. To be noted, the Galaxy A52s received the Samsung RAM Plus feature along with a new firmware update, which makes RAM expansion possible.
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Shortly after the initial debut with Galaxy A52s, Samsung expanded the RAM Plus feature’s availability to more Galaxy consumers. Moreover, the company is now letting users customize the virtual RAM up to 8GB after upgrading to the One UI 4.1.
Basic RAM Plus Device List
- Galaxy A52s
- Galaxy A52 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy A52
- Galaxy A72
- Galaxy M32
- Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 2, Flip 5G and Flip 4G
- Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE [Source]
- Galaxy Tab S6 [Source]
- Galaxy Tab S7 & S7+
- Galaxy S20 FE LTE/5G [Source]
- Galaxy M12 – India [Source]
- Galaxy F62
- Galaxy A32
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Galaxy F23
- Galaxy M42
- Galaxy M31
- Galaxy M21
- Galaxy M33
- Galaxy M23
- Galaxy M13
- Galaxy A13
- Galaxy A23
- Galaxy A33
Update: The company could provide the RAM Plus feature to more of its smartphones with the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update.
The list will be updated regularly with authentic information!
OPPO’s Memory Expansion Technology
Works as an auxiliary function, OPPO’s Memory Expansion Technology lets users temporarily convert part of their smartphone’s available read-only memory (ROM) to virtual RAM. Moreover, consumers will be given the freedom to adjust the volume of expansion, with three adjustment levels.
Users can enjoy the enhanced performance for RAM-intensive games or photo and video editing mobile applications, and a smoother experience while running multiple mobile applications simultaneously thanks to virtual RAM Expansion.
One UI 5.0 Effective RAM Plus
One UI 4.1 Samsung RAM Plus feature added customization capabilities, bringing extra RAM up to 8GB. But users expect that that feature should become really effective with the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 upgrade that will boost the performance, significantly. Read more
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.