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What to do if your Samsung Galaxy device stops getting any software updates?

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Software updates, whether they are for the Operating System, User Interface, or Security Patches, work to provide security, advancements, and improvements. Albeit, any device is eligible to get a fixed number of updates only, which will be based on its category. Now the question comes what happens if your device stops getting any software updates, and what should we do in that case? Let’s find the answer in today’s article. 

Without any doubt, the very first issue in no longer getting any software updates is saying goodbye to upcoming improvements, novelties, and up-to-date security solutions. As for OS and UI updates, it is no big deal if the device says goodbye to them as long as the device is getting security patches, but the major problem is if your device says goodbye to the security patches too. Let’s know the worst-case scenarios for that.

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Informatively, whenever any device stops getting OS/UI and security patch updates, the risk of getting viruses and malware increases, which can lead to damage and threats to your device. Besides, there is another issue that many applications stop working on devices with outdated software or lacks some new features. Now let’s know what is the solution to this issue instead of changing the phone to the newer OS-booted one. 

Firstly, let us take a look at what not to do if your device is out of the category of getting software updates. The very first thing is not to install any application from an unknown source. Any harmful file that is automatically downloaded after touching a link also lure virus and malware into your device, so avoiding them is also necessary. Besides, don’t use apps that contain sensitive info and keep avoiding public Wi-Fi networks.

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Now, let’s move on to the “What To Do” list. To keep your device up to date, you can install any custom ROM, in other words, permanent memory. This custom ROM will keep your device safe from unwanted dangers. Besides you can also update your device partially via Google Play and install updated antivirus software. Last but not least, install or use only authorized and verified apps, software, and other services. 

All of these solutions will not be as good as an OS, UI, or security patch update, but these will still be helpful for you to keep your device safe and up to date.


Harsh is a seasoned technology enthusiast with a deep passion for Android. Since its announcement in 2007, he has closely followed the evolution of this operating system, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its features and capabilities. His background in Android, IT, and Journalism has equipped him with the skills to analyze and present complex technological concepts in a clear and engaging manner. As the Editor-in-Chief at Samlover.com, Harsh is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and experiences about Android, services, and applications with the world.

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Android 15 Beta 1.2 Out with Crucial Fixes

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Google has started developing its next big iteration, Android 15. To prepare it for the Android device, the company has already started rolling out the beta updates. Earlier this month, the company rolled out the beta 1 update, which introduced a plethora of new features. However, being a beta update, it comes with a lot of bugs, so to fix them, it introduced the next beta 1.1 update, which fixed a crucial NFC bug. Now that it has brought a new update in the form of the beta 1.2 update, it is also coming with a lot of new bug fixes.

What’s new with the Android 15 beta 1.2 update? 

Google has officially announced that the company will roll out the new Android 15 beta 2.1 update, which will provide several new fixes related to the freeze display, fix a system performance issue, resolve a system setting crash when trying to add a fingerprint, and many more. Check out the official changelog below.

Android 15 beta 1.2 update changelog 

This minor update to Android 15 Beta 1 includes the following fixes:


The latest beta update is now live for all the eligible Pixel devices; more specifically, it has started rolling out to the Pixel 6 or nearby devices. The latest update is coming with the firmware version number AP31.240322.027. The latest update is coming with the same April 2024 security patch that has already arrived with previous updates. To check for the new version, you just need to go to the system settings,  select software update, touch the system update, and tap the check for updates button. You may have to tap the button more than once to trigger the download, but if all this fails, then you can also manually install the update via official factory image files.


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Samsung serves April 2024 security update for the Galaxy M33 5G and Galaxy A23 5G

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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.


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Samsung expands 4G LTE TDD band support to several Galaxy A series in Europe

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Galaxy A55 & A35

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 A55Galaxy A35Galaxy A54Galaxy A34, Galaxy A25Galaxy 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.


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