The latest update is currently available for International variants of the Galaxy S21 smartphones and the company will soon expand this update to more countries. It is an initial rollout so it may take some hours/days to reach all eligible devices.

March 2023 security update for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones come with PDA versions G991BXXS6EWBB, G996BXXS6EWBB, and G998BXXS6EWBB respectively.

The latest security patch brings bug fixes and boosts the performance of the device. It fixes issues related to Calls, Samsung Keyboard, System UI, Galaxy Themes, Bluetooth, and more.

Just recently, the company released the details of the March 2023 security patch, which also reveals an important vulnerability fix for Galaxy S21 Exynos models. As per the information, an issue was affecting Samsung Exynos models, allowing incorrect handling of the unencrypted message as was reported in November last year.

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We recommend users install the update immediately if they have received the March 2023 update notification on their device for a better and bug-free experience.

To install the latest update on your Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone, visit the Settings app then tap on Download and install option under the software update section. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest update.

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One UI 5.1 update is based on the Android 13 operating system, which arrives with further enhancements over the One UI 5.0. The major update includes enhancements to the Camera and Gallery apps with the ability to remaster and fine-tune photos saved on your phone.

Moreover, you can now directly access the Expert RAW camera app (S21 Ultra only) directly from the native Camera application. For multitasking, there are some improvements such as corner drag to quickly enter or exit full-screen mode.

In addition, the new firmware is packed with battery status widgets for the home screen along with a Spotify suggestions option and Settings quick panels.

Aside from the several new features, the latest update brings February 2023 security patch to improve the security and stability of the device for a better user experience.

In Brazil, One UI 5.1 update for Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra comes with One UI build versions G991BXXU6EWAF, G996BXXU6EWAF, and  G998BXXU6EWAF respectively.

To download the One UI 5.1 update on your Samsung Galaxy S21 series, look at the Download and install option under the Software Update section in System Settings. If a new build is available for your device, follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.

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Users of the Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra on the T-Mobile network can identify the One UI 5.1 update via version G991USQU5EWAI, G996USQU5EWAI, and G998USQU5EWAI respectively.

The brand new firmware update for Galaxy S21 arrives with a load of new features to fine-tune nearly every aspect of the mobile experience from appearance to communication, actions, and more.

In addition, the update installs the latest security patch to improve the security, stability, and performance of the smartphone. Users are suggested to grab this new addition as soon as it appears on the smartphone.

T-Mobile rolls out One UI 5.1 to Galaxy S21 series #Samsung #OneUI5 #TMobile #GalaxyS21 pic.twitter.com/Tz5aYFpXN7

— Samsung One UI Software Updates #SamsungUnpacked (@SamSWUpdate) February 28, 2023

It is worth noting that the update is currently rolling out to the locked Galaxy S21 smartphones in the US. 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.

One UI 5.1 Features

One UI 5.1 provides an easier way to choose selfie color tones, improved search in the Gallery app, Shared Family Album, and an easy way to view and edit information of image and video files. You can easily minimize apps or switch to full screen by dragging the corners of the app’s window. In split-screen multitasking mode, frequently used apps are displayed first.

The newest version of One UI adds widgets for battery charge levels of the phone and connected accessories. The Weather app also gets a new dynamic widget to show all the relevant info in the first and hourly precipitation information.

Furthermore, you can add a new contacts widget to easily access four contacts directly from the home screen of your smartphone. You can now mask AR emojis on up to three faces in an image simultaneously by using the AR Emoji feature.

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According to the information, Samsung released the February 2023 security patch to carrier-unlocked Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra in the US. The latest firmware for unlocked variants doesn’t include the enhancements introduced by the One UI 5.1 iteration in early February.

For verification, Samsung US consumers can identify the new February patch via release versions: G991U1UES5DWB2, G996U1UES5DWB2, and G998U1UES5DWB2 for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra, respectively.

What’s New

A couple of days back, the South Korean tech giant shared the content (5 Critical and 43 High-level CVEs) of its February 2023 security patch. Moreover, the company described 7 Galaxy-specific vulnerabilities related to One UI apps such as Samsung Phone, Contacts, Fingerprint scanner, and Secure folder.

Is Samsung reserving One UI 5.1?

Samsung’s One UI 5.1 update is continuously expanding to more and more markets worldwide. Consumers of the Galaxy S21 series are still waiting for the new features and enhancements as Samsung doesn’t seem in the mood to deliver the One UI 5.1 for now!

Battery draining and low power efficiency issues are the possible reasons behind Samsung’s One UI 5.1 rollout delay. Some Galaxy S22 users reported having bad battery performance post-One UI 5.1 installation, therefore, it’s possible that the company wants to deliver bug-free firmware in the US.

The Galaxy S21 series is eligible for new software updates per month, thanks to Samsung’s update policy. Since the February patch misses One UI 5.1 for the US Galaxy S21 units, we guess March firmware would surely come with new features inspired by the Galaxy S23 series.

To install the February patch, head towards Settings >> Software updates >> Download and install.

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Software versions:

• Galaxy S21: G991BXXU6EWAF
• S21 Plus: G996BXXU6EWAF
• S21 Ultra: G998BXXU6EWAF

Samsung’s new One UI 5.1 update brings various new features and improvements to your Galaxy S21 series device. It also brings some under-the-hood improvements and minor tweaks derived from the recently launched Galaxy S23 series.

What’s new with One UI 5.1?

Samsung’s One UI 5.1 is also based Android 13 operating system. It comes with further improvements over the One UI 5.0. The new features of this release include enhancements to the Camera and Gallery apps with the ability to remaster and fine-tune photos saved on your phone.

In addition, you can now directly access the Expert RAW camera app (S21 Ultra only) directly from the native Camera application. For multitasking, there are some improvements such as corner drag to quickly enter or exit full-screen mode.

Adding to this, the new firmware is packed with battery status widgets for the home screen along with a Spotify suggestions option and Settings quick panels. Earlier, the leaked One UI 5.1 changelog listed plenty of new features in detail, which you can check here.

How to update:

Head towards the Settings menu, tap the Software update tab, followed by Download and install. Let your device connect to Samsung’s software server and find out the new build. If a new build is available for your device and CSC, follow the on-screen instructions and enjoy!

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Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 has an inch smaller display than your Galaxy S21 but peaks at 1750 nits, while refresh rate and pixel resolution remain the same. A Galaxy-exclusive Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor works as the brain of the entire Galaxy S23 lineup.

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Compared to the current 10MP selfie cam, there’s a new 12MP snapper, which produces crispier selfies. On the rear side, the S23 continues a triple camera arrangement, while the sensors include a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide sensor, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3X Optical Zoom support.

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Still feels like a beat – Galaxy S21

Galaxy S21 has 4000mAh battery, which got reduced to 3700mAh with the Galaxy S22. Meanwhile, the new Galaxy S23 is packed with a 3900mAh battery with well-optimized software and 25W fast charging support so you can enjoy your smartphone all day with a single charge. Let’s have a quick look at specs comparison:

Samsung Galaxy S23 Vs Galaxy S21 Specs

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Price

Samsung’s latest Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra flagships just went 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

• Price starts at $799.99

Galaxy S23 Plus 5G

• Price starts at $999.99

Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G

• Price starts at $1,199.99

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Anyways, the February 2023 Unpacked is just a few hours away and the company is going to release the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy Book3 series gadgets. With the new smartphone lineup, Samsung is bringing the One UI 5.1 firmware, which will be delivered to the Galaxy S21 series as well.

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One UI 5.1 for Galaxy S21 is expected to release sometime in late February. Well, the January 2023 patches are now available to download on your Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus or S21 Ultra in India. Below, you can check the PDA firmware versions:

• Galaxy S21 – G991BXXS5DWA4
• S21 Plus – G996BXXS5DWA4
• S21 Ultra – G998BXXS5DWA4

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[Feb. 01] Update: Note 20 too

Samsung starts rolling out the January 2023 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphones in India. The update comes with regular security improvements for the system as well as stock apps and services. Software versions:

• Galaxy Note 20 – N980FXXU5GWA7
• Note 20 Ultra – N986BXXU5GWA7

How to update

First, open your phone’s system Settings then scroll down until you see the Software update tab. Once reached, tap it and hit the Download and install button. It would take some time to fetch a new OTA on Samsung’s firmware server, lastly, follow on-screen instructions and that’s it!

Why install January 2023 patches?

Detailed back in early January, Samsung’s latest security firmware package installs fixes for 0 critical, 52 high, and 0 moderate levels of CVEs. In addition, we recommend you install the latest version of Galaxy Store as two critical threats were recently discovered in it! Read more below:

Samsung Galaxy Store had critical auto apps installation flaws

Here’s every CVE fixed with Samsung January 2023 security patch

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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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The new updates of these devices install the January 2023 Android security patches to improve device security and stability. It brings fixes around six dozen vulnerabilities and exposures found in Galaxy devices. These include 52 CVEs from Google’s Android OS and 20 SVEs from Samsung’s One UI software.

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The update is rolling out carrier-locked and unlocked variants of Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones in the US, which you can identify via the One UI versions G99XU1UES5DWA2 (Unlocked) and G99XUSQS5DWA5 (locked).

Furthermore, January 2023 security patches for Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra come with PDA versions N981USQS3GWA1 and N986USQS3GWA1 in the US. Currently, the update is spotted on the Comcast Mobile network and will soon be available for other carriers.

Carrier-locked variants of Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones are receiving the latest security patch with firmware versions G981USQS3GWA2, G986USQS3GWA2, and G988USQS3GWA2 respectively.

In case you haven’t received the update notification, visit the Settings app of your smartphone >> then tap on the Software update >> press Download and install to check it.

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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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