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Samsung Galaxy S21 series grabbing January 2025 security update

Samsung has released the January 2025 security update for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones. The update is currently available in the US and the company will soon expand it in more countries. The firmware improves system security and stability to provide a better experience. The fresh update is currently available for locked models, and the unlocked models will get it.
The Korean tech giant is releasing the latest software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your Galaxy phone. It further optimizes system stability to deliver uninterrupted and seamless functionality on your device.
Users of Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra are getting the January 2025 update with One UI build version G991USQSEGXLB, G996USQSEGXLB, and G998USQSEGXLB respectively.
Samsung January 2025 security update
According to the SMR, the update fixes over 50 issues of Google and Samsung to make your device more secure and stable. Out of these, 5 critical and 24 high-level CVEs (common vulnerabilities and exposures) have been addressed from Google’s side, while 1 CVE has already been covered in a previous update and, 2 CVEs do not apply to Galaxy devices.
In addition, Samsung has also added its own fixes in the update, including 22 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items mainly related to Samsung’s Sound Picker, Samsung Messages, Notification Manager, and Bootloader.
How to install
Users of Galaxy S21 can download the update via Settings >> Software Updates >> Download and Install. If you have received the update, install it now to make it ready for more new updates and One UI 7.
One UI 7 is coming soon for Galaxy devices, however, the stable build has already arrived on the testing servers for the Galaxy S24 series. Until then, keep your devices ready for it. Notably, the company is going to release a stable One UI 7 update on January 22 along with the Galaxy S25 series.
Some reports revealed that the expansion of the One UI 7 stable could be announced at Galaxy Unpacked on January 22, 2025, for more models. Stay tuned for more information.
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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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