Firmware
Expected Firmware/ Software Update Release For Samsung Devices: Telus Communication
We have seen several updates rolling out the past month and are continuing in July for several regions. Recently, the release date for the firmware update and what changes it’s going to bring have been posted on the official Samsung and Telus community by community managers, i.e. an expected software update of Samsung devices Canadian region; below is the update cycle chart:
The list has Samsung 19 devices
- SAMSUNG GS21 FE June 28 Security update + optimization
- SAMSUNG Note10+ June 28 Security update
- SAMSUNG A50 June 28 Security update
- SAMSUNG A20 June 28 Security update
- SAMSUNG A12 June 28 Security update
- SAMSUNG A10e June 28 Security update
- SAMSUNG GS20 July 6 Security update + optimization
- SAMSUNG GS20+ July 6 Security update + optimization
- SAMSUNG GS20 Ultra July 6 Security update + optimization
- Samsung XCover Pro July 12 Security update + optimization
- Samsung Z Flip 5G July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS21 July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS21+ July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS21 Ultra July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS20 FE July 13 Security update +optimization
- Samsung GS22 July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS22+ July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung GS Ultra July 13 Security update + optimization
- Samsung Z Flp July 13 Security update + optimization
Note that all dates are approximate and subject to change; posted dates reflect when the update is released but can take a few weeks to roll out to all devices. Telus usually approves within a week after a month of testing from the original release of software/firmware, but sometimes it could take from 4 weeks to 6 months.
About Telus Communication: Telus Communications Inc. (TCI) is the wholly-owned principal subsidiary of Telus Corporation, a Canadian national telecommunications company that provides a wide range of telecommunications products and services, including internet access, voice, entertainment, and healthcare, video, and IPTV television.
The Process: Unlike unlocked smartphones, carrier-locked smartphones get the software update after 3 step process: Manufacturer testing, Internal Network Testing, and Regulatory approval ;
Device manufacturer performs testing on new os or software, new software is provided to Telus, and it conducts internal testing of oS/software against their carrier network for compatibility, and when device manufacturers and carrier operator agree for new os/software for its stability then it’s submitted to the Canadian regulatory board and after meeting requirements of Canadian regulatory and fcc it’s then approved for a device manufacturer to release the update.
We are now at the end of April, but Samsung is still expanding the monthly update for the devices, even though it has rapidly distributed the update to almost all of them. This is due to server limitations, and now the company is rolling out the update for the Galaxy M33 5G and Galaxy A23 5G.
Notably, the Galaxy M33 5G and Galaxy A23 5G are getting an April 2024 security patch update with the firmware version numbers M336BXXS7DXD1 and A236BXXU5DXD6, respectively. With the latest update, these devices don’t get any significant changes but will enhance their security.
For your information, the April 2024 security patch update provides more than 40 fixes, whereas Google has added 27 fixes that address issues related to the Android OS. Meanwhile, Samsung has also added 17 more fixes that will improve the functioning of the Galaxy devices.
You can check for the latest update by going to the system software update via system settings. The April 2024 update will protect users against external threats that can harm important data and provide a seamless experience while using any feature.
If you haven’t received the update on your devices yet, then you should have to wait some more time. Sometimes it takes time to provide every unit of the device. However, once the update becomes available.
Samsung has recently introduced a new software update for multiple devices; however, initially it was spotted on the high-end devices belonging to the Galaxy S series and Galaxy Z series. Now, with the latest development, the company has started rolling out the update to several Galaxy A series devices.
According to the information, Samsung has made a significant software update live for the Galaxy A55, Galaxy A35, Galaxy A54, Galaxy A34, Galaxy A25, Galaxy A15 5G, and A15 4G. It is worth noting that the update has been detected in the European region and is expected to be limited to that only.
According to the latest update, the device will now support the 4G TDD band. However, Samsung has not provided any details about how this feature will benefit Galaxy device users. Based on my observations, it appears that the update will enhance stability and speed on the 4G network.
Here’s the build Numbers:
- Galaxy A55 5G – A556BXXU1AXC4
- Galaxy A35 5G – A356BXXU1AXBB
- Galaxy A34 5G – A346BXXU6BXD2
- Galaxy A25 5G – A256BXXU1AXC8
- Galaxy A15 5G – A156BXXU1AXC4
- Galaxy A15 4G – A155FXXU1AXC4
The company has stated that devices purchased in Germany and used in other countries, such as Belgium, Denmark, Germany, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic, will not function in the 4G TDD band.
If you are using any of the above-mentioned smartphones in Europe, then you should start getting new updates. To install them on your device, simply go to the software update menu via the system settings, wait for the update, and then hide the download button that appears.
Samsung’s flagship device, the Galaxy S24, boasts all-new high-end hardware and software functionalities, but it still has some flaws, particularly in the camera department.
To improve the camera functionality, it has already introduced some updates, such as the April 2024 security patch update, which introduced many fixes and improvements. Now the company is planning to introduce one camera enhancement update.
Previously, the camera enhancement was supposed to be available with the May 2024 security patch update, but now, according to a popular tipter, @universeice, it is delayed and could be available for users in June.
However, there is no reason for the delay. Samsung might prefer to concentrate on rolling out the One UI 6.1 update to all eligible devices in May.
As of now, there is no information available about what will come with the camera enhancement update. Along with this, it may also include some new features that will improve the overall performance and security of the devices.