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Samsung ends firmware support for this Galaxy A series device

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Samsung has made some changes to its firmware update schedule with the December 2024 security patch. Whenever the firm makes such changes, some devices always get bricked forever. This month, Samsung removed the Galaxy A42 5G from the list of devices that will get security updates in the future, which confirms that the company has ended the software support for this Galaxy A series device.

The security update that the brand released to the Galaxly smartphone and tablets offered the December 2024 security patch which fixes over 45 security issues.

Samsung ends software support for Galaxy A42 5G

Samsung launched the Galaxy A42 5G in 2020 with Android 10 (One UI 2.0) and promised to offer three new versions of Android and security patches for four years to the phone.

The company fulfilled the promise of offering three major OS upgrades and four years of security patches by offering Android 11 in 2021, Android 12 IN 2022, and Android 13 (One UI 5.1.1) in 2023 and offering security patches till December 2024. As such, Samsung has ended the software support for the Galaxy A42 5G.

Although Samsung is no longer bound to roll out security patches for the Galaxy A42 5G, the brand may still release critical security updates for the phone, as we have seen it do so with some other devices before.

Time to an upgrade

If you own a Galaxy A42 5G and care about the most up-to-date software, it’s time to upgrade. The Galaxy A55 is an excellent option for any Galaxy A42 5G owners looking to switch to a new phone, especially if they want their device with new features and improvements. The Galaxy A55 launched in 2024 with Android 14 and will get up to four generations of OS upgrades and fice tears if security updates.

Yogesh is the main content creator at SammyMobiles and mostly works on Samsung firmware and software expert, he keeps his eyes open for new software rollouts, beta programs, and other software-related activities. Apart from the world of technology, he also takes care of his garden.

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Samsung  Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, A06 5G, and F17 5G. upgraded with One UI 8 (Android 16) update.

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Samsung has officially released the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, Galaxy A06 5G, and Galaxy F17 5G smartphones. The update is based on Android 16 and obtains new features, a new design, and improved performance. Users of these devices in South Korea and India have started receiving the update.

Samsung  Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, A06 5G, and F17 5G. upgraded with One UI 8 (Android 16) update.

The Galaxy A06 5G is receiving One UI 8 with firmware version A066BXXU3BYI8, while the Galaxy F17 5G is receiving firmware version E176BXXU2BYID. Along with One UI 8, it also includes the September 2025 security patch, which fixes bugs and makes the phone more secure.

Based on Android 16, the One UI 8 update brings several useful improvements. The update offers a cleaner and more modern user interface, smoother animations, and faster performance. It furthermore adds better privacy controls, more smart features, and improved battery life.

Samsung has also made some changes to make using the phone easier and more enjoyable. Galaxy users can download the update to their devices by going to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 series grabs October 2025 security update

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Samsung  Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones are getting a fresh update with an October 2025 security patch to improve system security and stability. The update is live for users in Asian countries, including Thailand.

Users of Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra can verify the October 2025 security update with One UI builds S921BXXS4CYJ1, S92BXXS4CYJ1, and S92BXXS4CYJ1, respectively. It is an initial rollout, so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.

This new update delivers a better Galaxy experience by enhancing system security and stability. It also fixes several security issues to improve your phone’s performance.

To take advantage of these security improvements, it’s important to install the update as soon as possible. If you haven’t received an update notification, you can check for it manually.

For installation, simply go to your phone’s Settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then tap ‘Download and Install’ to keep your Galaxy smartphone updated with the latest security updates.

Additionally, this new update protects Galaxy devices from security threats by integrating the latest Android and Samsung security patches. Additionally, it includes several bug fixes aimed at providing a more reliable and efficient user experience.

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Samsung Galaxy A73 and M35 5G grabs its Android 16 (One UI 8) update

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Samsung’s Android 16-based One UI 8 update has started rolling out to its Galaxy A73 and Galaxy M35 5G. The initial deployment has begun in Asia, with expansion to other countries in the Asia region will follow shortly.

Galaxy M35 5G’s One UI 8 comes with PDA software version M356BXXU5CYI8, as spotted by MohammedKhatri,  while Galaxy A73 5G owners will receive the update with version A736BXXUAGYJ1 as spotted by ModiboSidibe. It’s a major update, and Galaxy users are advised to trigger installation after backing up their personal data.

The flagship One UI, One UI 8, improves the user experience by improving the design of various apps. Like other One UI versions, some apps have major UI changes, while others have minor changes. You may also notice minor changes to the UI.

The new software improves performance by optimizing app processing. This ensures faster app loading and battery efficiency. Privacy and security aspects have also been improved for Galaxy users.

If you have one of these phones, you can check for the update by going to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install. Install the update now to enjoy the new and improved features.

Looking ahead, Samsung is also operating on One UI 8.5, which is expected to be released in February 2026. Both its Galaxy A73 and Galaxy M35 will also be eligible for that update.

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