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Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 get December 2024 update more countries, next could be One UI 7 Beta [Updated]

Samsung has begun expanding the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 December 2024 security patch update in India. This update fixed over 40 privacy and security-related issues and vulnerabilities and optimized the system’s stability.
Software version:
- Galaxy Z Fold 5: F946BXXS4DXKC
- Galaxy Z Flip 5: F731BXXS4DXKC
December 14: Korea, Europe, and the US
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 were the first Samsung phones to receive the December 2024 security update a week ago. If you thought the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 would be left behind by their successors, you should not worry. The December 2024 security update is now available for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 December 2024 security update live in Europe, Korea, and the US
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 smartphone users are receiving the December 2024 security update in Korea, Europe, and the US. Plus, the company will soon make it available for more countries soon. This firmware prepares your foldable device for the next major update, which could be One UI 7 beta.
On the other hand, Samsung is currently working to expand the One UI 7 beta program for more Galaxy S24 series users in India, Poland, and more. Recently, the Samsung support team confirmed that the One UI 7 beta is expected to open on December 16, so be prepared.
December 2024 security patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes with the following version numbers given below:
Galaxy Z Fold 5
Galaxy Z Flip 5
The December 2024 update weighs a little under 400MB and includes this month’s Android security patch but not much else, as confirmed by the firmware screenshot.

Thankfully, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 already run the latest One UI 6.1.1 version, so, it could join the One UI 7 Beta update next year after the Galaxy S23 series and Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6.
As for the December 2024 security patch, the official SMR mentions fixes for more than 45 security flaws, Google alone brings 32 vulnerability fixes.
To install this update on your foldable devices, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and install.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, A06 5G, and F17 5G. upgraded with One UI 8 (Android 16) update.

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

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

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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