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Carrier-unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 4/ Flip 4 updated to January 2023 security firmware in the US

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Samsung is constantly working on distributing its latest security update for its several Galaxy devices, but for a few days, the company is more focused on updating its foldable devices; for instance, earlier today, the company released January 2023 in the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3. Now the update is expanded to the successive generation devices, including Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4.

US Unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Flip 4 January 2023 security update

According to the information, the update is currently rolling out for the carrier-unlocked variant of Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 devices in the United States; users who own these devices can check the latest update by the version number F936U1UES1BWA2 and F721U1UES1BWA2 sequentially.

The January 2023 update brings new security patches that improve the device’s overall security. It is a part of the general security maintenance program, which Google runs for the Android device, But it is slightly different in Samsung’s case because Samsung itself provides this update in its Galaxy devices device with some new changes.

One UI 5.1’s rollout will get more pace than the One UI 5.0

As per the official documentation, the January 2023 security patch update has several fixes, which Google and Samsung include. In detail, there are 52 patches added by Google which are marked as High priority. Along with these, Samsung has also included 20 other patches which are specially designed for its Galaxy devices.

Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 are the top contenders for receiving the One UI 5.1 because they are the latest Flagship devices after the Galaxy S23, which will be released in February, so be ready for it because the latest upgrade of One UI will have new cool, exciting features. Just a few days are left, and as Samsung begins rolling out the update, we will quickly update you; stay tuned.


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Galaxy S24 Ultra Camera Fix Update Delayed: Users Might Have to Wait for Better Snapshots

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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.


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Check Your Galaxy Phone for the Latest Google Play System Update April 2024

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Usually, Samsung Galaxy devices are always ahead in getting new updates, but when it comes to the Google system update, there is no assurance when the latest update will come for the devices. This happens due to Google’s server limitations. For instance, the Galaxy S24 has received the January 2024 system update lately, but now Google is back on track and has started rolling out the April 2024 system update on ideal timing.

Google Play System April 2024 Update for Samsung Galaxy Phones

Last week, Google started rolling out the Play System update for Android devices, and now it has started expanding the update to Galaxy devices. For your information, with every new Play System update, the search giant provides some enhancements for Android devices through its built-in application upgrades.

With the April 2024 Play system update, Google has introduced some new changes under Google Play services. According to the changelog, under Account Management, if you are a supervisor user, you will be able to use a new dashboard to view parental control settings for wearables. This indicates that the April 2024 play system update is also available for the Wear OS.

Along with this, it introduces a new feature for smartphone users: the ability to connect with your contacts immediately after setting up your new phone. Additionally, the update also brings a new update for the Galaxy Play Store. For more clarification, you can check the official April 2024 system update changelog.

Google Play system update: April 2024 official changelog

Google Play Services v24.14 (2024-04-10)

Security and privacy

  • [Phone] Find My Device can locate your powered-off device.

Support

  • [Phone] With this new feature, you can now select a plan offer and activate an eSIM in Device Plans.

Wallet

  • [Phone] Bug fixes for wallet-related services.
  • [Phone] With this new feature, you can now use your Hong Kong Octopus Card in your wallet.

Google Play Services v24.13 (2024-04-03)

Support

  • [Auto]: New developer features for Google and third-party app developers to support related processes in their apps.

Wallet

  • [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll get notifications whenever your cards are updated and when a new virtual card is ready for use.

Google Play Store v40.4 (2024-04-01)

  • [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll have an improved installation experience when you get a prompt to download your official apps and games on Google Play.

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April 2024 update is live now for South Korean units of Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5

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Samsung has already introduced the April 2024 security patch update to several units of Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 devices. Earlier,  these devices had already grabbed the update in several regions, including the US, and now both of the foldables have started getting the latest security patch update in South Korea.

Users who own the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 can identify the latest update by the firmware version numbers F946NKSS1CXD1 and F731NKSS1CXD1, respectively. With the latest update, it doesn’t bring any significant improvements for the devices, but it will provide some enhancements to the system. 

The April 2024 update will ensure users are protected against external threats that can harm important data, and it will also give a seamless experience of the device while using any feature, so if you want to get the latest update, you can check the update by going to the system software update via system settings.

Moreover, the latest update may also provide some new features that will improve the working of the devices, so in that case, it may help you get rid of the problem. It is worth noticing that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 have revived the One UI 6.1 software in the last update, where users have faced some problems regarding the different features, so if you want to improve them, then you should try the latest update.


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