Samsung has rolled out the January 2024 security patch to many devices but is still not successful in completing the update to every Galaxy device. Even newer Galaxy devices like the Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+ have not received the update, but now the Galaxy A9+, locked to Verizon, is starting to receive a new update.
The Verizon-locked Galaxy Tab A9+ is getting a January 2024 security patch with the firmware version number X218USQS1AXA1. It is the latest security patch that will improve the internal functioning of the devices by fixing several functionalities.
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According to the official documentation, Google and Samsung have included a total of 80 fixes in the latest security patch. Google has added 75 new patches that address issues related to the Android OS found in previous updates, while Samsung has added 5 patches that exclusively address issues found in Galaxy devices.
Moreover, if you update your device to the latest version, it will get stronger in terms of security, which will allow you to enjoy your favorite content in a safe environment without worrying about privacy. So if you want to get this update, you just need to go to the software update menu, and if the update is available, tap on the download button.
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The January 2024 update is now available for the unlocked variants as well.
The update for the Galaxy A9+ is currently available on the Verizon-locked variant.
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How many updates will be available for the Galaxy Tab A9 series?
The Galaxy Tab A9 series will get at least two major Android updates in the form of Android 14 and Android 15.
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When will the Galaxy Tab A9 receive Android 14?
Currently, there is no confirmed date, but we expect the Galaxy Tab A9 to receive Android 14 in the first quarter of this year.
