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Galaxy A54 and A53 are the first Galaxy A series phone to get December 2024 security update
Samsung already released the December 2024 security update to several flagship smartphones including Galaxy S24, Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Fold 5, and Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Flip 5. Today, the company has expanded the availability of the December 2024 Android security update to the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A53.
Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A53 get December 2024 security update in the US
Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A53 have become the first Galaxy A series smartphones from Samsung to get the latest security update. The latest software update for the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A53 is currently rolling out for carrier-locked (USCelluler) in the US, and we expect it to expand to other countries within the next few days.
The December 2024 security update bumps up the Galaxy A54 with firmware version to S546VLUDSBCXKD on Tracfone and A546USQSACXKD on USCelluler. Notable, the latest update weighs 543 MB. This update brings the most up-to-date security patch to the 2023 phone, alongside stability and reliability improvements.
On the flip side, Galaxy A53 got this update in the US with the firmware version A536USQUDEXKA and the company has expanded the update to more carrier networks soon in the coming days.
Moreover, it also fixes unwanted bugs and hidden issues that often lead to system glitches, app freezing, and more, running the user experience. This update addresses over 45 vulnerabilities, including both Google and Samsung to improve device security.
Therefore, you should prioritize this update and install it as soon as possible. The December 2024 update for the Galaxy A54 model is being released in the US. However, the brand will soon be released in other parts of the world.
Users can further install the new update manually, Just go to Settings, select Software update tap on Download and Install, and follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure that your device has sufficient storage and battery levels in your device before the installing.
In early 2023, Samsung launched the Galaxy A54 with Android 13-based One UI 5.1 Pre-installed. The Galaxy A series phone received the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 and One UI 6.1 in late 2023 and earlier this year, respectively. It is expected to receive the Android 15-based One UI 7 update early next year after 2024 and 2023 flagship smartphones and tablets.
Samsung One UI 8 is set to come to Galaxy devices with a new design and animations. Meanwhile, a report says that One UI 8 is set to bring widget support to the Samsung Phone app for personalization.
On online forums, some rumors claim that Samsung is set to launch Android 7-based One UI 7 along with the next-generation foldable phones, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 16, in July. The Korean tech giant is expected to release the One UI 7 beta program for the Galaxy S25 series and some more eligible flagships soon. Samsung is also planning to launch the Galaxy S26 series with One UI 8.5.
The latest update includes a widget for Samsung phones, as spotted by a reliable tipster. The widget has been modified to make it more functional and user-friendly to make it easier to search and find what you need.
The One UI 8 Samsung Phone app widget adjusts to your preferred light or dark display settings. The header mentioned “Recents” and the subsequent section shows the three most recent calls, that too with the respective types like outgoing, incoming, and missed through icons.
Also, the Recent Calls widget default layout includes two options within the widgets section, including 2×2 and 4×2. As per the report, you can stack the widgets, but there is no customisation section right now.
In Korea, Samsung has kicked off the Android 15-based One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S24 FE, Tab S10, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Z Fold5, and Galaxy Z Flip5. The update follows the One UI 7 deployment for Galaxy S24 series and Galaxy Z Fold5, as well as Galaxy Z Flip5 users in the same region, which began earlier.
These users are among the first to experience this update, which promises a smoother, more intuitive experience with a refined user interface, improved performance, enhanced privacy controls, and new customization options that align with Samsung’s vision for a seamless and intuitive user experience.
One UI 7 comes with a brand new look for your Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S24 FE, Tab S10, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Z Fold5, and Galaxy Z Flip5, including a sleeker user interface, smoother animations for maximum interactions, and an improved flow across the system.
Over the next few days and weeks, the Korean tech giant will open up the One UI 7 distribution to older flagships like the Galaxy S22 and S21 series, Galaxy Z Flip 4/3, and Z Fold 4/3.
To note, the company has started the US rollout for select devices, including the S24 series, Z Fold6, and Z Flip6 from April 10, but the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S24 FE, Tab S10, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Z Fold5, and Galaxy Z Flip5 and others are still pending. The company’s phased approach prioritises flagships, with mid-range devices like the Galaxy A-series scheduled for June.
Your device should send a notification for a software upgrade. In the meantime, you can manually get the latest software from Samsung’s servers by navigating through Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Samsung users can try out One UI 7 on the Galaxy S22 Plus virtually. The update’s rollout hasn’t yet begun, but the company is moving towards kicking off a public rollout next month. Samsung’s latest RTL refresh brings One UI 7 to the Galaxy S22 series, but users may be disappointed as they miss out on 5 major AI features with One UI 7.
One UI 7 is available on the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy S24 series, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6. Notably, the latest flagships exclusively run the Stable One UI 7, last year’s flagships have Beta access to the software, and the Galaxy S22+ is eligible for RTL.
The RTL listing was recently updated as a video spread on Reddit and X that shows One UI 7 running on a Galaxy S22+ using Samsung’s Remote Test Lab.
The video reveals that the update for the S22 series will not include many of the cutting-edge AI features found in Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 series.
- Audio Eraser
- Drawing Assist
- Now Brief
- Drawing Assist
- Writing Assist
This development suggests that One UI 7 is ready for numerous Galaxy devices. The stable rollout is expected to begin early next month for the Galaxy S22 series and is expected to expand quickly.
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