Firmware
Galaxy S22 Trio: Samsung Moderator Confirms New Firmware Release with camera and app improvements
On June 9th, a Samsung community moderator in charge of camera software development for Samsung posted that the Galaxy S22 series will get a June update, which will further enhance the camera features for the series with some other changes.
This time the update was released for the Galaxy S22 Ultra model no. SM-908N is the June 2022 security level patch and comes with the version/build no S908NKSU1AVF1 with a download size of 1721.71 MB. This update was released in S.Korea.
The series has three models, namely w.r.t. their updated build no. –
- SM-S901N S22 S901NKSU1AVF1
- SM-S906N S22 + S906NKSU1AVF1
- SM-S908N S22 Ultra S908NKSU1AVF1
This time it brings updated camera features. According to the moderator and Changelog, here are the updated features:
- Provides natural sharpness and improved contrast expression when taking pictures.
- Confirmed and corrected the phenomenon of one-time stopping during single-take shooting.
- The AWB algorithm has been improved to express the original white color better when shooting a puppy.
- Optimized memory for video recording.
- Improved portrait mode performance and optimized camera performance.
According to the Changelog following improvements have been made to the security and UI :
- Usability related to the setting apps from unknown sources has been improved.
- Added “Disallow All” selection function
- Added management function
- Updated to the latest version of the touch firmware.
- Stabilization code application a stabilization code related to terminal operation has been applied.
- Google security patch application
It is an update that emphasizes the camera, as told by the moderator. As mentioned above, there are some moderate changes, and the regular security patches are updated and reviewed by Google for Android 12 and OneUI fixes by the Samsung team.
The Galaxy S22 series is the latest flagship from Samsung, and it gets quicker updates and is updated accordingly.
Users can also check for the latest software update by navigating to Settings » Software update and tapping on Download and install or turning auto-updates or notifications on in your device’s settings.
Interested readers can check the links below for moderator’s posts & the Changelog for a better understanding of resolved security & privacy issues from Samsung’s & Google’s monthly bulletin for security patches & users’ posts regarding updates.
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Unlocked Galaxy S21 FE Gets April 2024 Security Update, One UI 6.1 Wait Continues in the US
Samsung Galaxy users with eligible One UI 6.1 devices are eagerly waiting for the update, but the company has decided to install the April 2024 security patch before the significant One UI update. So, the Galaxy S21 FE also started getting an April 2024 security patch update in the US.
The unlocked unit of the Galaxy S21 FE started getting an April 2024 security patch update with the firmware version number G990U1UESAFXD1. With the latest update, the company has made some security-related enhancements that strengthen the security mechanisms of the devices. Previously, in some Latin American countries, the device had already received the update.
If you are a fan of the One UI features, don’t be too excited; the latest update for the Galaxy S21 FE doesn’t bring any significant features for the devices. But if you are one of those users who always worries about the security of personal data, then you should update your device to the latest version.
However, the Galaxy S21 FE is eligible to get One UI 6.1, so you just need to wait for some time. The Korean giant will provide the next One UI update to the device in the next few weeks. With the One UI 6.1 update, Galaxy S21 FE users may get some useful AI features that will enhance the overall user experience of the devices.
Coming to the April 2024 security patch, if you are using the unlocked version of the Galaxy S21 FE in the US, then now you can install the latest security patch update on your device via the software update menu from the system settings.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE has grabbed the April 2024 security patch on the Verizon network, and now the device is getting the same update on more carriers. The Korean giant has also rolled out the update for the device outside of the US.
The Galaxy S20 FE is getting a new update with the firmware version number G781USQSFHXD1. Specifically, AT&T, Dish, Metro PCS, Sprint, and T-Mobile have all reported seeing it. In the coming days, the company is likely to roll out the update to all eligible devices.
For your information, the April 2024 update is part of Google’s Android security maintenance program, which aims to enhance the overall security of the devices. Going into details, the latest software will address more than 40 fixes, with Google adding 27 fixes and Samsung adding 17 more exclusively for Galaxy devices.
Moreover, the latest update may also bring some more improvements for the devices and enhance their overall performance and stability. If you are experiencing issues while using any of your device’s functions, you should update your device to the most recent version.
If you are using the locked version of the Galaxy S20 FE device in the US, then the update should be live for your device. To install it, follow these simple steps: First, go to the system settings and open the software update menu. If you see a new update available, tap on the download button.
Earlier, Samsung rolled out the April 2024 security patch update for the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy S20 FE devices. But it was limited to some regions, and moving forward, it is gradually expanding to more units. The latest development shows that these devices are receiving April 2024 security patch updates in the US.
Notably, the update is live for the Verizon-locked versions of the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy S20 FE with the firmware version numbers S711USQS3CXD2 and G781VSQSDHXD2. The April 2024 update brings some security-related enhancements for the devices. It is expected that unlocked units of these devices may also get the update in the next few days.
If you are a fan of the One UI features, don’t be too excited; the latest update for the Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S23 FE doesn’t bring any significant features for the devices. But if you are one of those users who always worries about the security of personal data, then you should update your device to the latest version.
The April 2024 update offers the most recent security patch, incorporating numerous security improvements to safeguard your Galaxy device from various potentially harmful external threats. So, if you are concerned about your data, it is necessary to keep the device up to date.
Along with the security improvements, the update may also provide some extra improvements that will enhance the overall performance and stability of the devices. So, to take advantage, you can now update your device to the latest version.