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December 2024 security update is live for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and Galaxy S24 FE

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Samsung is rolling out the December 2024 security update for the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and Galaxy S24 FE devices. As always, the latest security improvements package is available to limited phone users. However, the South Korean tech giant will soon expand it worldwide. The Galaxy S24 FE already got a similar update in Europe alongside the Galaxy S24 series.

The latest December 2024 security patch is full of security enhancements from Google and Samsung. If fixes Google fixes around 45 privacy exploits found in the system. Out of these, Google contains 6 critical and 28 high-level CVEs and there is also 1 bug that has already been addressed in previous patches and 1 doesn’t affect Galaxy devices.

It further resolves 2 high-level issues with its semiconductor products. In addition, this updated list also contains 8 SVEs related to Theme Center, Galaxy Watch Bluetooth, SmartSwitch, and Dex Mode. Hence, if you see the security update notification on your Galaxy devices then install it immediately to catch a bug-free and more stable user experience.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and Galaxy S24 FE get December 2024 security update

Samsung is releasing the December 2024 update for Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and Galaxy S24 FE smartphones in South Korea. Input reveals that the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition device receiving the latest security update with the F958NKSS2AXKC version. On the flip side, the Galaxy S24 FE smartphone users can identify the firmware with the S721NKSS2AXK5 build number.

Ensure to have sufficient storage space in your Galaxy phone as the latest firmware weighs around 350 Megabytes. The update is rolling out in Korea and will soon be available in more regions. Till then, you can keep an eye on the update section of the Galaxy phone.

Besides the security patch, the software update doesn’t count any major changes for the devices. However, you may keep stable performance and certain internal improvements after downloading the update to your device.

Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition December 2024 update

One UI 7 Beta program

Additionally, Samsung Support has confirmed that the beta program will begin today (December 12). This follows the initial beta launch in four markets last week.

Yogesh is the main content creator at SammyMobiles and mostly works on Samsung firmware and software expert, he keeps his eyes open for new software rollouts, beta programs, and other software-related activities. Apart from the world of technology, he also takes care of his garden.

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Galaxy Tab S10 FE tablet users install January 2026 security update

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Samsung’s latest Fan Edition tablets, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, are happy as they receive the latest January 2026 security update. Notably, the firmware contains the newest safety improvements that will improve the tablet’s current health for a reliable experience.

According to the inputs, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series tablet with model numbers SM-X520, SM-X526N, SM-X620, and SM-X626N is receiving the latest patch via the One UI versions X520XXS6BZA3, X526NKOS6BZA4, X620XXS6BZA3, and X626NKOS6BZA3, and a software package of 500MB. Though the firmware doesn’t weigh much, we suggest using a stable Wi-Fi connection for installation.

This update doesn’t add any significant new features to the device, aside from the January 2026  security patch. However, you can expect some underlying performance optimizations and fixes for glitches that could have negatively impacted the user experience.

It’s important to note that this update will not harm your personal data. However, it’s always a good idea to back up your data beforehand. Also, the update package will be automatically deleted after the installation is complete.

Samsung’s January 2026 security patch addresses 55 security vulnerabilities. Google helped fix one critical vulnerability and 20 high-risk issues found in Android. Samsung also added 30 additional security fixes specifically for Galaxy phones. These fixes address both critical and medium-level risks.

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Samsung is reportedly working on a camera button for the Galaxy S26 series

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has started emerging in the leaks, and the latest one has shed light on the camera button of the upcoming 2026 flagship. 

As mentioned by Android Authority, a former employee at a Samsung supplier revealed on LinkedIn that they contributed to an initiative developing a new camera button with swipe gesture functionality for the Samsung Galaxy S26.

This report states that Samsung is working on an Apple-style Camera Control button for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. An Apple-style Camera Control button on iPhone models lets you quickly open your iPhone camera and access common camera settings. 

We can now say that the Galaxy S26 series will be the first Samsung phones in years to feature a dedicated camera button. 

For your information, the last Samsung phone with a dedicated camera button was probably the Galaxy K Zoom from 2014, which was essentially an Android-powered digital camera that could also make calls.

On the other hand, Samsung has not yet officially confirmed the Galaxy S26 lineup. However, according to reports, the company may unveil the Galaxy S26 series at a Samsung Unpacked event in February 2026. This upcoming series could be available in early March. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung preparing advanced Game Booster+ tools with One UI 8.5

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Samsung is preparing to release its next major software update, One UI 8.5, which is expected to arrive next month with the Galaxy S26 series. Testing of the initial beta builds of this update has already begun, and new information suggests that Samsung is planning a significant upgrade to Game Booster+ in One UI 8.5.

Game Booster+ is the tool that improves gaming performance and controls on Galaxy phones. According to information via Samsung Community, the One UI 8.5 update with Game Booster+ will bring many new features, including Gamepad Touch Mapping, CPU and GPU Settings, Fast-forward Game Intros, and more.

The Gamepad Touch Mapping is one of the biggest additions, which allows you to control even touch-only games with the pad.

Moreover, this upcoming Game Booster+ update will replace the “Turn on Game Booster GPU Settings” with CPU and GPU Settings. Gamers can tweak their CPU and GPU for game-specific performance optimization.

Last but not least, One UI 8.5 also brings the Fast-forward Game Intros videos option in the Game Booster+,  which lets users play much faster, so players can start gaming almost right away. 

Currently, these features are only available on  Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra phones running One UI 8.5. 

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