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Budget Galaxy M-series phone from 2021 gets December 2024 update

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Galaxy M21 December 2024 update

We will be well into the new year, Samsung continues to roll out the December 2024 security update for its devices and added another device to it this week. In a recent development, the Budget Galaxy M-series phone, the Galaxy M21 from 2021 gets a December 2024 update that fixes more them 40 security issues, making the device safer than ever.

Galaxy M21 (2021) gets December 2024 update

The Galaxy M21 2021 edition is getting the December 2023 security patch, and it has firmware version M215GDDS6CXK1 and an installation package size of around 190MB. It is gradually rollout so it may take some hours or days to reach all devices. The update is currently live for users in India and the company will expand it soon to more countries.

According to the SMR, the December 2024 security patch fixes more than 45 vulnerabilities, including 6 critical and 28 high-level fixes from Google. Additionally, 1 previously resolved issue, and one is not relevant to Samsung devices. 

On the Samsung side, 8 fixes are listed under Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE), focusing on the Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth functionality, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode. Moreover, this update also fixes 2 high-level vulnerabilities in its semiconductor products that have been patched.

To check and install this firmware on your Galaxy devices, you need to visit Settings of your Galaxy smartphone and then the Software update section. Tap on the Download and install option and if update is available follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation procedure.

Samsung One UI 7 Beta update is currently available for the Galaxy S24,  Galaxy S24+, and  Galaxy S24 Ultra in limited countries. The company is preparing to expand it to more Galaxy devices, however, the Galaxy M21 2021 edition is not eligible for the One UI 7 update. Stay tuned for more information about the One UI 7.

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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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Galaxy Tab S10 Lite One UI 8

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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Galaxy S24 October 2025 update

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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Galaxy A73 One UI 8

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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