UPDATES

Samsung expanding January 2025 update for more Galaxy S21 FE users

Published

3 months ago

January 29, 2025

Saloni

Samsung has started expanding the January 2025 patch for Snapdragon and Exynos variants of the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in India, Europe, and some Countries in Asia. After rolling out the firmware in the US, the company is bringing the newest security benefits to more device owners across the globe.

Earlier this month, the Korean phone maker released a new security patch for the Galaxy S21 FE. It was previously rolled out in a limited number of countries. However, the firm is now expanding its reach to more global regions.

According to the information, Samsung is rolling out the Galaxy S21 FE January 2025 patch with the following One UI version and a software package of 365 megabytes.

India:

Galaxy S21 FE (Exynos) – G990EXXSCFYA2
Galaxy S21 FE (Snapdragon) – G990B2XXSAGYA2

Europe:

Galaxy S21 FE (Exynos) – G990BXXSBGYA2
Galaxy S21 FE (Snapdragon) – G990B2XXSAGYA2

The changelog shows the January 2025 security patch, which improves security aspects. It improves the core mechanisms of the device and makes the overall performance more efficient. Thus, phone users will get a better user experience.

Other than the new security patch, the software update doesn’t bring any major changes. Although you may observe increased stability and optimized usability of the Galaxy phone. We suggest all Samsung Galaxy S21 FE users download this software at the earliest.

As always, the update is rolling out in a phased manner and may take time to cover all eligible units. However, Galaxy device owners can install the firmware manually.

To download this firmware, tap on Settings app > Software update > Download and install. Now the phone will access the server to get the update build for you. However, the whole process can be time-consuming. So, wait patiently.

UPDATES

April 2025 One UI 7 update arrives for Galaxy S25 in India [Europe too]

Published

14 hours ago

April 23, 2025

Yogesh

Samsung is rolling out the new One UI 7-based April 2025 update for the Galaxy S25 series in Europe. It brings UI tweaks and new features tested in the beta program.

This update brings Media Player support to Now Bar and Live Notifications, a tweaked charging indicator animation, and fluid system transitions.

Samsung has started rolling out the April 2025 One UI 7 update for Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra in India.

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphones are getting the April 2025 security update in India via One UI builds S931BXXU2AYD9, S936BXXU2AYD9, and S938BXXU2AYD9, respectively.

This new security update improves system security and stability to provide a better experience. It also fixes several issues that occurred in previous versions to improve performance.

April 2025 security patch fixes 4 critical, 36 high, and 5 that do not apply to Samsung devices. Moreover, it contains 1 high-level CVE from Samsung Semiconductor. The update also includes 21 SVE items to improve user experience, addressing issues in the Sticker Center, Clipboard Service, Samsung Contacts, Galaxy Watch wireless download, Samsung Device Health Manager Service, and more.

If you have received the update notification, install it now to get a bug-free experience and enjoy the new features. You can also check for the update by going to the Settings app on your smartphone and opening the Software Update section.

Now, click on the Download and Install option. If an update is available, you can follow the on-screen instructions to install the update on your Galaxy smartphone.

ANDROID

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

Published

6 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.

List of devices that are running the Android 16 Beta

HONOR Magic 7 Pro
Lenovo YOGA Tab Plus
OnePlus 13
OPPO Find X8
realme GT 7 Pro
iQOO 13
vivo X200 Pro
Xiaomi 14T Pro
Xiaomi 15
Redmi K70 Ultra

NEWS

Galaxy Z Fold 7 goes on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite, One UI 8 ahead of launch

Published

7 days ago

April 17, 2025

Suhani

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has now appeared on Geekbench, revealing that the company is carrying out pre-launch tests and preparations for its new device. The latest listing also solves the chipset mystery that has been in rumours for a long time.

According to the Geekbench 6.4 listing, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 US variant with model number SM-F966U achieved 3022 points on single-core and 9307 points on multi-core tests.

The US variant of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has appeared on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Also, the phone is expected to run on Android 16-based One UI 8 operating system

Being a flagship folding handset, all these things sound quite good. Nevertheless, the actual performance will only be known once the device is officially launched in the consumer market. Inputs reveal that the chipset is clocked at 3.53 GHz base frequency.

Apart from this, the Korean tech giant can launch the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 around July this year. Also, an affordable flip model can also be introduced along with both the devices.