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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE receives October 2022 security update in the U.S.
October 26 – October 2022 patch – US Unlocked
Samsung’s Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in the U.S. can now download and install the new October 2022 security update. The new firmware bears version number G781U1UEU9EVI8 and is available for carrier-unlocked devices in the US.
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October 2022 Android patches bring fixes for different kinds of vulnerabilities and exposures including 1 critical, 29 high, and 2 moderate levels of CVEs, while, 8 CVEs were already included in previous updates, and 11 are not applicable to Galaxy devices.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE October 2022 Security Patch – US Unlocked #samsung #galaxys20fe #US pic.twitter.com/nmjSiipuay
— Samsung One UI Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) October 26, 2022
October 13 – 2nd October 2022 patch – India
Samsung started to kick off the 2nd October 2022 firmware update for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G smartphone users in India. Similar to the earlier update, the new one brings systems security improvements with the latest patches and a handful of newer app versions.
- PDA version number – G781BXXU4FVJ1
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE October 2022 Security Update – India [New Build] #Samsung #GalaxyS20FE pic.twitter.com/FwFT7sHcbK
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) October 13, 2022
The Galaxy S20 FE 5G is Samsung’s flagship killer smartphone, which comes with several flagship-grade capabilities at comparatively lesser pricing. Launched back in September 2020, the S20 FE came pre-installed with One UI 2.5 on top of the Android 10 operating system.
Later on, the Korean tech giant confirmed its software update support which includes three major OS upgrades and four years of regular security patches. When it comes to security updates, the Galaxy S20 FE is eligible to get updated to newer Android patches every month.
October 10 – October 2022 patch – Snapdragon 4G
Samsung has now released the October 2022 Android security update for the Galaxy S20 FE 4G devices, powered by Snapdragon chipset. The update is currently available in Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, while, the build version is G780GXXU3CVI4.
August 26 – 2nd August October 2022 patch – Brazil
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE users are grabbing another August 2022 security update in Brazil. After installing the previous update, users are facing some issues.
With this new update, the company brings bug fixes and stability enhancement. In addition, Samsung Members, Calculator, and Voice recorder are also updated. You can identify the latest update via version G780GXXU3CVH3.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 2nd August 2022 update – Brazil pic.twitter.com/oar6APTaIl
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) August 26, 2022
August 12
August 2022 security patch – “Germany“
Samsung started bringing the August 2022 security update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in Germany.
The new security patch offers fixes for around 3 dozen of CVEs from Google and the same from Samsung for better system security.
In addition, there are new versions included for various Samsung stock apps including Wearable, Global Goals, Kids, Notes, Internet, Health and Smartthings.
July 13
July 2022 security patch – “Brazil“
Samsung July 2022 Android security patch update has begun reaching the Galaxy S20 FE LTE smartphone users in Brazil. This update fixes multiple privacy and security-related issues and exploits.
Additionally, it helps in improving your phone’s system security and stability. It holds the One UI build version G780GXXS3CVF3.
If you want to check for the latest update manually, head to your device Settings tap on Software updates and finally hit the Download and install button.
June 20
June 2022 security patch – “India“
June 2022 Android security patch update is released for Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE users in Indian markets. This update fixes various privacy and security-related issues and exploits.
Additionally, it upgrades some stock apps to further enhance the device’s performance and maintain users’ experience. You can identify it through One UI build version G780FXXU9DVE7.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE June 2022 update – India #Samsung #GalaxyS20FE pic.twitter.com/d1byVQx6fF
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) June 20, 2022
Tip: You can check the latest security patch content on the official Samsung security update page and eligibility on the scope page.
June 10
May 2022 security patch – “India“
Samsung is expanding the May 2022 Android security patch update for the Galaxy S20 FE LTE users in India. It comes with improved system security and stability alongside fixing various bugs and viruses.
You can identify the latest update via the One UI build version G780FXXS9DVE3 and can download it in around 190MB.
Previous updates
March 03
One UI 4.1, March 2022 patch – “Switzerland”
The Galaxy S20 FE 5G handsets have reportedly started grabbing the new One UI 4.1 update in select European markets including Switzerland.
Identified via PDA release number – G781BXXU4FVC2, the Galaxy S20 FE One UI 4.1 firmware installs the March 2022 security patch too.
One UI 4.1 is based on Android 12, which brings additional features to the Galaxy devices including a better Colour Palette, customizable RAM Plus and more.
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March 03
RCS features, February 2022 patch – “Verizon”
Following the Android 12 update rollout, Verizon has now started rolling out a major firmware update to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in the US.
This hefty OTA update comes with PDA build version G781VSQU5EVAA and February 2022 security patch for enhanced system stability.
In addition, it brings all the anticipated RCS (Advanced Messaging) features. You can check the changelog below, while our entire reporting here.
What’s changing:
- This update introduces Advanced Messaging (RCS) for your Galaxy S20 FE 5G UW. It also includes performance improvements and the most up to date Android security patches on your device.
Advanced Messaging features include
- Send larger text messages: Create larger messages up to 8000 characters long. With Advanced Messaging you’re no longer limited to 160 characters.
- Typing indicators: See when your contact is typing in a conversation.
- Read receipts: See when your message has been read.
- Large group chats: Create group chats with up to 100 participants.*
- High-quality media sharing: Share pictures and videos in high-quality.
- Chat over Wi-Fi: You can send messages over Wi-Fi, even when you don’t have a cellular connection.
- Transfer larger files: Send larger attachments than ever before.
- Location sharing: Share your location as you travel.
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February 23
February 2022 patch – “Expanding”
Over the past three weeks, Samsung delivered the February 2022 security patch to most of the eligible Galaxy phones and tablets.
Now, the Korean tech giant is expanding the most up-to-date security patch to the Galaxy S20 FE LTE and 5G variants in Latin America and Europe.
- G780GXXS3BVB3
- G781BXXS4DVB1
February 22
February 2022 patch – Brazil
Samsung started rolling out the February 2022 security patch update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in Brazil. It carries PDA version number – G780GXXS3BVB3.
January 27
Android 12 One UI 4.0 – Germany (Snapdragon)
Though a bit late, Samsung has finally started rolling out the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S20 FE devices in Germany.
Usually, Germany becomes the initial market whenever Samsung pushes a new software update, but, this time, the company has not followed the same way.
- Firmware versions
- G780GXXU3BUL9
In addition to the new One UI 4.0 features, Samsung also included the December 2021 security patch, which brings system stability enhancements.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Android 12 One UI 4.0 update – Germany pic.twitter.com/ODtneeBAxy
— Samsung One UI Updates (@SamsonUpdate) January 27, 2022
January 19
Android 12 One UI 4.0 – US (locked, unlocked)
Samsung is now expanding the One UI 4.0 update based on Android 12 to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphone users in the US.
The company has seeded the major software update for both, carrier-locked and unlocked Galaxy S20 FE 5G models.
- Firmware versions
- G781U1UEU6EULD – Unlocked
- G781USQU6EULI – Carrier
Alongside the new One UI 4.0 features, Samsung included the December 2021 security patch as well, which brings system stability enhancements.
Note: Verizon and T-Mobile carriers had already given the same treatment to their network branded Samsung Galaxy S20 FE models. Know more
January 15
January 2022 security patch – Europe
After updating a number of Galaxy devices to the January 2022 security patch, Samsung’s train reached Europe to update the Galaxy S20 FE 5G variants with the latest Android patch.
- Firmware version: G781BXXS4DVA2
January 2022 security patch brings fixes for different categories of issues and exploits including 2 critical, 36 high, and 5 moderate for better device stability. Read more
January 14
Android 12 One UI 4.0 update: LTE/5G – India
Samsung has finally released the most-anticipated Android 12 update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphones users in the Indian market.
Yesterday, the company impressed the consumers of S20 FE’s 5G model, and today, it’s the turn of Exynos-based 4G variants. Read more
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- Firmware version: G780FXXS8DUL6/G781BXXU4DUL9
The latest Galaxy S20 FE 5G software update brings fixes for 5 critical, 22 high, and 3 moderate levels of CVEs from Google.
December 22
December 2021 Security Patch – 5G/Spain
The 5G variant of the Galaxy S20 FE model is now receiving the December 2021 security patch. Currently, the software update rollout is happening in Spain.
- Firmware version: G781BXXS4CUL3
December 16
December 2021 Security Patch – US/NZ
Samsung started rolling out December 2021 security patch to the Galaxy S20 FE 5G/LTE phones in the US and New Zealand. Read more here
October 21
October 2021 Security Patch – India
Samsung’s October 2021 security patch update is now rolling out for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G smartphone users in India. The update comes with the version number – G781BXXS4CUI1, while the changelog shows just a single revision that is – The security of your device has been improved. [Source]
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.
Samsung Galaxy S23 March 2023 Update – Carrier unlocked US #Samsung #OneUI #GalaxyS23 pic.twitter.com/qo0PYX36PQ
— Samsung Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) March 16, 2023
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.