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Galaxy S25 does not support the Android Virtualization Framework (AVF) security feature: One UI 8 should fix this.
The new year always starts with a new Galaxy S smartphone series. In 2025, we’ll officially get the Samsung Galaxy S25 family! These are Samsung’s flagship smartphones for this year, with the best cameras, fastest processors, and most comprehensive firmware features. Meanwhile, a new report claims that the Galaxy S25 series is missing a crucial Android security feature (AVF) that Google wants to make mandatory on all new devices running Android 15 and above.
Android expert Mishal Rahman recently claimed that Samsung’s Galaxy S25-series smartphones do not support Android’s Advanced Virtualization Framework (AVF) security feature. This means Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra are incompatible with some advanced features such as the upcoming Android Linux Terminal app.
Google has introduced AVF (Advanced Virtualization Framework) in Android 13. This advanced security feature lets your device create secure, isolated virtual machines that run MicroDroid, a smaller version of Android. They can run code in a secure environment with limited access to the smartphone’s hardware and sensitive data.
In contrast, AVF can keep the code running on the host device safe from malicious apps. Samsung’s own Knox solution like many of the security benefits of AVF, such as isolating sensitive data and biometrics from the rest of the Android operating system.
We can hope that Samsung will add support for the AVF security feature on Galaxy devices in One UI 8 as Android 16’s Terminal app is turning out to be an incredibly useful feature!
If it doesn’t change to the Android 16-based One UI 8, it means the device will not support the new Terminal app that lets you run Linux distros in a virtual machine.
Today is a big day for Galaxy fans! After the Galaxy S22 series, Samsung has now started rolling out the Android 15-based One UI 7 update for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 foldable smartphones.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4 are getting the major One UI 7 update with One UI builds F721NKSU6HYD9 and F936NKSU6HYD9, respectively. The installation package size is approximately 5 GB.
With the One UI 7 update, the company has made significant improvements to the user interface. The new update comes with major changes to the quick panel and notifications. System icons and UI components have also been changed to round shapes.
Additionally, Galaxy AI is also being upgraded with new and cutting-edge features to help you get the most out of your flagship Samsung smartphone.
Additionally, this update installs the April 2025 security update that protects Galaxy devices from security threats by integrating the latest security patches from Android and Samsung.
Upgrade to the latest One UI 7 on your device via your Galaxy’s Settings function. Go to the Software Update section and hit the Download and Install button.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 7 based on the Android 15 update for the Galaxy S22 series users. The major update brings a refreshed interface, new useful features, smoother animations, and refined Galaxy AI tools.
One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra arrives with an installation package size of around 4.5 GB. Users can identify the latest update through the One UI build S90xNKSU7FYD9.
The update is currently live for users in South Korea. As always, this is an early rollout, so it may take a few hours or days to reach Galaxy S22 models in all countries.
According to the information, One UI 7 comes with many much-awaited changes, including a vertical scrolling app drawer, redesigned icons, better widget customization options, larger home screen folders, and a new user interface.
In addition, it installs the April 2025 Android security patch to improve system security and stability. This update makes your device smarter, more secure and stable.
Users are recommended to install the update instantly to take advantage of the new and improved feature. Those who have not obtained the update notification can check and install the update manually.
To install the update, open the smartphone’s Settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then select ‘Download and Install.’ Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy S22 smartphone is updated with the latest features.
Several Samsung Galaxy devices are already compatible with the One UI 7 Home Up support, while Galaxy Fold and Tablet devices are still undergoing testing for full support. Samsung has recently rolled out a new update for its Home Up Good Lock module with version 16.0.00.82 on One UI 7 devices.
This Samsung’s new One UI 7 Home Up update includes a significant improvement, including Fold and Tablet support in addition to new DIY home features.
According to the changelog, the new update expands One UI 7 Home Up support to Galaxy Fold and tablet devices, which were previously not fully compatible with this Good Lock app. Apart from support, the update includes general bug fixes to improve the stability and performance of the app.
Home Up is a Samsung Good Lock module for home screen customization. It helps users manage their home screen more effectively. Also, you can customize your Galaxy phone’s home screen without even opening the Home Up app, as some of its settings will be available in the One UI Home app launcher.
Now, the new update makes the app more useful and stable on your Fold and Tab devices. You can easily update the app, just open the Galaxy Store, tap on the menu button, and go to the Updates section to find Home Up. You can also open the Good Lock app and update it from there.
If you use Home Up often, it’s important to install version 16.0.00.82 to enjoy a smoother and more reliable experience.
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