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Galaxy S21 FE gets April 2023 update in the US

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Samsung is updating the medium-high Fan Edition models in the US before any other market, and there is certainly no shortage of reasons to continue reading with interest.

The South Korean giant recipient of the software updates being distributed at the time of writing is the ones you have read earlier, namely: Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. The device is undoubtedly the most famous in the mid-high segment, and it is receiving the least important update: this very popular model sees the spread of the Security Maintenance Release (SMR) of April 2023 progressively increase. 

Samsung expanding Galaxy S21 April 2023 update in the US

The G990USQS6EWC3 firmware version is taking hold in the US carrier-locked models of T-Mobile and MetroPCS. We refer you to our dedicated article for more details on the correctives included by Samsung in these new security patches.

The latest April 2023 update for Galaxy S21 FE includes fixes for over 60 security flaws found in previous versions. This update, which includes the April 2023 security patch, is crucial in ensuring the continued safety and privacy of Samsung users worldwide. Additionally, the update may contain general bug fixes and improvements to device stability, providing a smoother and more secure experience for all Samsung device owners.

Carrier-unlocked Galaxy S23 gets April 2023 major camera improving update in the US


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Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 Receives First Software Update

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The Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 was launched back in February. This watch is built differently from the other Galaxy watchesto delicately fit a fitness band that is lightweight and suitable for tracking sleep, stress, heart rate, and activities like walking, running, and cycling. It doesn’t support other entertainment features like Galaxy watches. To ensure seamless functioning, the company has started rolling out new updates.

Galaxy Fit 3 updates: What’s new?

The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 is getting a new update with the firmware version number R390XXU0AXE1. The update is currently spotted in South Korea and is expected to expand to more regions in the next few days. With the latest update, the company hasn’t introduced any significant features, but the changelog says that it will apply some new security codes, which indicates that the update will improve the overall security of the devices.

Installation

To update the Galaxy Fit 3, follow these simple steps below:

  1. Open the Galaxy wearable app.
  2. Tap band settings, 
  3. Now scroll down and tap Band Software Update.
  4. Now choose the option of wi-fi or mobile data to download.
  5. Next, click on download and install.

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Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 gets One UI 6.1 update without AI features

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Samsung has started the One UI 6.1 update distribution with its latest premium devices in three phases, and after completing the update for all the flagship eligible devices in South Korea, the company is now starting to expand the update to midrange devices with Galaxy A54 5G devices.

Samsung rolls out One UI 6.1 update for Galaxy A34 and A54

The Korean units of the Galaxy A54 are getting a new update with the firmware version number A546SKSU4CXDC. With the latest update, users will get access to a whole new set of new features that will elevate the overall functionality of the devices. It is expected that the company will expand the update to more countries in the next few days.

No Galaxy AI arrived with a new update

Samsung has brought several Galaxy AI features with the One UI 6.1, but as expected, the company has limited them to the flagship devices only, and like its successor, the Galaxy A55, the company also doesn’t bring the Galaxy AI features for the Galaxy A54 devices.

However, even without the Galaxy AI features, the company will also provide several new features, which will provide improvements and several features for the devices that will surely provide interesting features for the devices.

If you are using the Galaxy A54 device in South Korea, then you can now easily update the device to the latest version by following the simple steps: Go to the system settings, then tap on the software update menu.

Changelog:

Creative image editing

Copy and paste from one image to another
You can add any object on top of your photos. Long-press on an object in a gallery image to cut it, go to the more options menu for the new image you want to paste the object into, and select Paste from Clipboard.

More sophisticated image cropping
You can specify only the area to be cut accurately, excluding unnecessary areas. Before cropping and saving a gallery image, you can use Edit in the More Options menu to make additional edits to just the areas you want.

More convenient gallery search
The newly designed search screen allows you to view photos and videos by categories such as people, places, albums, and stories.

Edit video speed
You can now change the playback speed for more types of videos. Select all or part of a video and edit it at fast or slow speed.

Edit videos on multiple devices
You can continue editing videos on your phone, tablet, or PC on other devices. You can also export your projects from the studio as files that can be opened on other Galaxy devices. Customize

your Galaxy the way you want by applying frames and effects to the image you want to use as your wallpaper with the

new wallpaper editing feature
. You can also apply a depth of field effect to make people or animals in your image stand out from the background.

More lock screen widgets
We support more lock screen widgets so you can quickly check useful information without having to unlock your phone. New widgets include Weather, Samsung Health, Battery, Reminder, Calendar, and Clock.

Customize your alarm
You can create your own alarm background for each alarm using images, videos, and AR emojis. You can also change the layout of the screen where alarm information is displayed.

Decorate your calendar with more stickers
You can add up to two stickers to your calendar for one date. When the calendar is in monthly view, the sticker registered for each event is displayed next to the name of that event.

More intuitive calendar settings
Calendar settings have been reorganized to be more intuitive. You can also specify the calendar notification background as an image or color of your choice.

Customize your own reminder notifications
You can specify the background of your reminder notifications with an image or color of your choice.

Reminder categories for added convenience You
can set a representative icon for each created category, and frequently use categories can be pinned to the top of the list.

Turning modes on and off from the home screen
You can turn modes on or off faster than before. The new mod widget lets you add mods right to your home screen.

Changing the order of modes
You can change the order of modes in the Modes tab.

Run Routines in More Situations You
can now automatically start routines even when an alarm sounds or Smart View engages and disengages.

Relumino Contour
creates clear outlines to help people with low vision identify objects in images and videos.

Easily connect and share Share

with more devices
Google’s Nearby Share has been integrated into Quick Share. Now you can share files with more Android devices than just Galaxy devices.

Find the location of your device
The new Samsung Find app lets you see the location of any Galaxy device on a map at any time. If you lose your device, you can use additional features to find it or protect your data.

Share your location with others
You can share your location with family, friends, and anyone you trust. You can share your location all the time or for a limited time, and you can add or remove who can see your location at any time.

Creating a Child Account
Samsung Account helps children use Galaxy apps and services with age-appropriate content in a safe environment. Children can now create Samsung accounts with the consent of their parents or guardians.

Child Controls
Parents or guardians can control what content and features their children can access. For example, you can manage your purchases and downloads from Galaxy Store or block harmful websites on Samsung Internet.

Sharing location and payment method among family members
Family members can share each other’s location using the Samsung Find app as needed. Parents or guardians can set up a family payment method to use together in the Galaxy Store and allow family members to use that payment method.

Sync tab groups in Samsung Internet with other devices
If you stop using the Internet, you can start over from any device. Additionally, if you create a tab group on one device, it will also appear on Samsung Internet on other Galaxy devices signed in to the same Samsung account.

Keep your data safe

Enhanced data protection in Samsung Cloud
Data synchronized with Samsung Cloud is securely protected with end-to-end encryption, and even if your data is leaked, no one but you can access it.

Log in quickly and securely with Passkey
Using Passkey on websites that support biometrics not only eliminates the need to remember complicated passwords, but also increases security.

Careful health management

Improved exercise experience
With Samsung Health, you can compete against your past records and beat them, and when recording exercise time, you can directly exclude the beginning and end times when you did not actually exercise.

More Daily Activity Goal Options
You now have more options to choose from when setting your daily activity goal in Samsung Health. For example, if you don’t use your step goal often, you could replace it with floors climbed or exercise every hour.

Detailed Menstrual Cycle Recording
When recording your menstrual cycle in Samsung Health, records frequently used in the past appear at the top of the screen. You can also enter your own if there are no symptom or mood options that best describe your condition during your period.

Easier and

more convenient Easier video call effects and microphone mode
If you use video call effects or microphone mode in the quick settings window during a call, you can immediately check and adjust the applied effects and sounds. You can set the background color or image for the video call or block out surrounding noise to hear the voice clearly.

Weather widget with more information
In the weather widget, you can check major weather forecasts for your area, including thunderstorms, heavy snow, and heavy rain.

Quick and easy voice input from the keyboard
You can input text by voice by pressing the microphone button at the bottom of the screen without switching the input method while using the keyboard.

Open all minimized apps at once
If you have minimized more than one pop-up window, you can reopen all apps at once with a new button.

Google Recommended Search Terms
You can search using Google recommended search terms related to the keyword you entered.

Various ways to protect your battery
We provide three protection methods to help your battery last longer. Setting basic protection will keep the charge between 95% and 100%, while optimizing protection will pause charging while you sleep and complete it right before you wake up. If you set maximum protection, you can only charge up to 80%.

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Unlocked Galaxy S24 Series gets May 2024 security update in the US

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Samsung has already introduced the One UI 6.1 update to many Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S24 series, and the latest flagship device is also grabbing the May 2024 security update, which is limitedly available in some locked units. Now, the company has started rolling out the update for the unlocked variants.

Notably, the unlocked units of the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra have started receiving the May 2024 security patch update with the firmware version numbers S921U1UES2AXD3, S926U1UES2AXD3, and S928U1UES2AXD3, respectively. With the latest update, you will not see any significant change, but it will surely enhance the internal mechanism.

Samsung’s May 2024 security patch addresses more than 50 fixes

According to the official documentation, there are more than 50 fixes introduced, and Google has added 31 fixes that improve the internal functioning of the device and aim to improve the security mechanisms of the devices. Along with this, Samsung has also brought 25 more patches that exclusively enhance the internal mechanisms of the Galaxy devices.

Additionally, if you are having any issues with past software updates, then you should try the latest security patch, which may provide some additional improvements for the devices. It may also boost the performance and stability of the devices.

If you are using the unlocked variant of the Galaxy S24 devices in the US, then you can now install the latest software on your device by simply going to the software update manually from the system settings. 

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