NEWS

Galaxy S23 users getting January 2025 security patch in Korea [Updated: US too]

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3 months ago

January 21, 2025

Suhani

After India, Europe, Indonesia, and South Korea, Samsung expanded the One UI 6.1 January 2025 security update for the Galaxy S23. Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra devices to the carrier-unlocked models in the US.

These devices are currently running on Android 14 and One UI 6.1 OS and you can identify the latest software update via the following build versions:

Galaxy S23: S911U1UES5CXL7
Galaxy S23 Plus: S916U1UES5CXL7
Galaxy S23 Ultra: S918U1UES5CXL7

January 16, 2025: Korea

Samsung rolled out the January 2025 security patch for the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones in India, Europe, and Indonesia and the company is now expanding it to more countries including Korea. The fresh update improves system security and stability to provide a better experience.

Users of the Galaxy S23 are getting a January 2025 security patch in the US with One UI build version S91xNKSS5CXLS. The installation package size of the update is around 450 MB. As always, this update currency rolling out gradually and the company will soon make this update available for all S23 models.

By installing the January 2025 patch, you not only ensure your device is protected with the latest security patch but also prepare your Galaxy S23 for the new features and enhancements coming with One UI 7.

Samsung January 2025 security update

The January 2025 security update fixes more than 50 vulnerabilities, including patches from both Google and Samsung. From Google’s side, 5 critical and 24 high-level CVEs (common vulnerabilities and exposures) have been addressed, while 1 CVE has already been covered in a previous update and, 2 CVEs do not apply to Samsung devices.

In addition, Samsung has also counted its own fixes in the update, including 22 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items. These mainly fix issues related to Samsung’s Sound Picker, Samsung Messages, Notification Manager, and Bootloader.

How to install

To manually check and install software updates, go to your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will find the Software Update section, just open it. Here in the submenu, if your Galaxy brings a new OTA, you will have to press the Download and Install button.

One UI 7 is coming soon for Galaxy devices, however, the stable build has already arrived on the testing servers for several countries. Until then, keep your devices ready for it. Notably, the company is going to release a stable One UI 7 update on January 22 with the Galaxy S25 series.

Samsung kicks off January 2025 update for these Galaxy devices

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These 11 Galaxy devices get Stable One UI 7 update

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3 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.

Audio Eraser
Drawing Assist
Now Brief
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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.

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.