NEWS

Galaxy S24 series, and S24 FE December 2024 security update released in Europe

Published

4 months ago

December 11, 2024

Suhani

Alongside the Galaxy S24 series, the Galaxy S24 FE is getting the latest December 2024 security update in Europe. The December 2024 Android security patch is rolling out the Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, and S24 FE in several European countries, following a similar firmware rollout in the US.

Galaxy S24 series, S24 FE get December 2024 security update in Europe

Users of the Galaxy S24 series including FE can identify the update with the following build mentioned below, and users will have to download an approximate 453.76 MB package to install it.

Galaxy S24: S921BXXS4AXKA
Galaxy S24+: S926BXXS4AXKA
Galaxy S24 Ultra: S928BXXS4AXKA
Galaxy S24 FE: S721BXXS3AXK6

The Galaxy S24 series is not receiving any changes other than security improvements with the latest update. However, Galaxy S24 FE users with this update bring a new mode in Auto Blocker. When this mode is enabled, the Galaxy device will only charge from any USB-connected device, and no data will be transferred.

Notable, the December 2024 security patch includes fixes for 34 security vulnerabilities discovered in all Android devices and 10 vulnerabilities that put only Galaxy devices at risk.

How to update

If you have a Galaxy S24 series phone and live in Europe you can install this update. To do that, navigate to Settings > Software update > Download and install.

As of this writing, only some Galaxy devices have received the December 2024 patch, which includes the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S24 series including FE.

Samsung One UI 7 Beta program

Samsung has already started the One UI 7 beta for the Galaxy S24 series users in Europe including Germany and the UK. However, the Galaxy S24 FE is not eligible for the beta version, so the Fan Edition has to wait much longer to test the One UI 7 features and improvements.

Galaxy S24 series including Galaxy S24 FE devices are eligible e for 7 generations of Android OS upgrades, so it will get major Android upgrades up to Android 21.

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NEWS

These 11 Galaxy devices get Stable One UI 7 update

Published

4 hours ago

April 22, 2025

Saloni

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.

NEWS

Galaxy S22 users with One UI 7 to miss 5 major AI features

Published

1 day ago

April 21, 2025

Saloni

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.

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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.

ANDROID

Android 16 Beta is now available for these Samsung Galaxy S25 rivals

Published

4 days ago

April 18, 2025

Yogesh

Today, with beta 4 Google expanded Android 16 Beta to select non-Pixel flagship devices from partner brands. Samsung, as always, is skipping the Android 16 Beta Program, while the new OS is available for select devices launched by Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, OnePlus, OPPO, Realme, vivo, and Xiaomi.

Google released Android 16 beta 4 with a second version of platform stability and announced that apps compatible with the new OS will now be available on the Play Store.

Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Vivo, and Xiaomi have opened beta registration windows for their latest flagship devices launched in the last few months. Samsung, however, is yet to complete One UI 7 for its Galaxy devices, but will soon roll out the stable One UI 7 and launch an independent One UI beta program.

Last week, it was revealed that the company is already working on Android 16’s adaptation and testing the alleged One UI 8 on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones.

Android continues to deliver great updates and new features throughout the year, while feedback from the beta community plays a vital role in constantly improving Android. The Android 16 developer site has a lot more information about the beta, including downloads and a release timeline for Pixel.