Firmware
One UI 4.5 Beta Firmware For Galaxy Watch4: 3rd Revision July 2022
Recently a software update for Galaxy Watch4 Classic and Galaxy Watch4 has been released in S.Korea and Global and comes with a download size of 335.58 MB and 252MB. This update comes with a firmware build no. R890XXU1ZVF5 and R860XXU1ZVFA .This is a 3rd revision for the OneUI 4.5 Beta. This revision has serial no. Beta 2.2.11. 22062011 and 2.2.11. 22063011.
Last we saw, the update was as early as the first week of June for One UI 4.5 Beta. However, this one is only available on the Wear OS platform for Samsung devices. Samsung has consistently updated the Galaxy Watch4 series after switching to Google Wear OS.
This is a major revision for the smart wearables from Samsung. The Changelog mentions several changes and is a hefty one. We will translate that for you in the simple terms possible.
Here are the changes the Changelog brings: Mostly includes bugs and glitches fixed.
Global Changelog:
Bugs that have been fixed
- Improving Watchface GUI
- Fixed restore problem after Tile backup
- Fixed SysUl crash problem when pushing
Home button during scrolling - Fixed Music Bixby malfunction problem
- Improving wearing detection accuracy
- Improving usability of Alarm, Stopwatch,
Timer, and World Clock - Stabilizing touch performance
- Improving power consumption caused by
Buds auto switch communication - Improving performance of automatic
exercise - Improving recognition rate of Wrist up
when bicycle exercise - Fixed BT connection problem when running
gallery app - Other improvements are applied
S.Korea Changelog:
- Enhanced GPS stability.
- Performance Improvement -My Photo +, My Style background photo, and AR Emoji have been tweaked to work faster, speed of apps has been improved when data is restored upon execution of these apps.
- Screen Display during Call fixed -When receiving a call while playing music the screen is not displayed during Watch and Buzz connection.
- Stabilization of health function and improvement of running and swimming performance.
- Fixed an issue where the health app entry was slow or the app was closed.
- Stabilization of current consumption for sudden discharge and standby current under specific conditions.
- Fixed an issue where characters could not be restored.
- Fixed an issue where the reception screen was not displayed.
- Fixed an issue where reminder notifications remained even after Snooze.
- Improved app launch speed performance.
Besides this, according to the Changelog, the version dubbed ‘Watch4 Manager for Beta 2.2.11. 22062011 and 2.2.11. 22063011’, improves the overall stability of the device with this 3rd revision. However, it is not limited to it and can also include general bug fixes, device security & privacy improvements and could improve overall system stability & performance for the device.
This update has started as an OTA in S.Korea & Global and is available for download through the beta program. Samsung advises updating to the latest version through the plugin download link in the signup notice that comes up with the notification.
Users can opt-in for this program by going to the Samsung Members app and registering for the Beta program; also, the customers will need a Galaxy phone, Galaxy Watch, and Samsung account. Once the customer is selected by Samsung, then you can opt-in for this program.
However few points to keep in mind before enrolling with this program is you can not opt-out once you have downloaded this program, it won’t revert, and beta programs may contain bugs, glitches, and abnormalities, and it is a testing phase.
For changelog and user-reported screenshots refer to the links below.
Sources & References :
Samsung has rolled out the April 2024 security patch update to several Galaxy devices; however, due to the server limitation, it is not able to provide the update to all the eligible devices. Now the Galaxy A15 5G is getting the update.
Initially, the Korean giant rolled out the April 2024 security patch update in India. With the latest update, the company rolled out a new update with the firmware version number A156EDXS1AXDC. With the latest update, the company has only made some security-related enhancements.
For your information, the April 2024 update will bring you more than 40 fixes, of which Google has added 27 that enhance the Android OS functionalities. Along with this, Samsung has also added 17 more fixes that exclusively improve the functioning of the Galaxy devices.
Furthermore, the update could bring some new changes that internally improve the device’s functioning and provide enhancements for performance and stability. Additionally, if you are having any issues while using any of the functionality, you should update the device, as it may address the issue.
If you also want to take advantage of the latest update, you can check it by going to the software update menu in the system settings. If you don’t receive the update, then wait for some time as it takes to reach every unit of the device.
Samsung has rolled out the April 2024 security patch update for the Galaxy Tab S7 series. It has already rolled out the update in several countries, mainly Europe and Latin America. Now the device is starting to get the update in the US.
Verizon Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7 Plus Receiving April 2024 Update in the USA
Notably, the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ are receiving the update on the Verizon network with the firmware version numbers T878USQS7DXD1 and T978USQS7DXD1, respectively. With the latest update, the device will have proper consistency in terms of performance and security.
For your information, the April 2024 update will bring you more than 40 fixes, of which Google has added 27 that enhance the Android OS functionalities. Along with this, Samsung has also added 17 more fixes that exclusively improve the functioning of the Galaxy devices.
Furthermore, the update could bring some new changes that internally improve the device’s functioning and provide enhancements for performance and stability. Along with this, if you are having any issues while using any of the functionality, you should update the device, as it may address the issue.
If you are using the Galaxy Tab S7 series of devices in the US bound for Verizon, then you should start getting a new update. To do that, go to the software update menu via system settings. If you don’t receive the update yet, then wait for some time, as it takes time to reach every unit.
Earlier this month, Samsung officially announced that it will provide one UI 6.1 update to the 2022 flagship device in May. But now the company has surprisingly started rolling out the update to one of the midrange Galaxy A23 devices.
The Verizon network has spotted the One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy A23, with the firmware version number A236VSQU3CXD3. It has also brought the latest security update in the form of an April 2024 security patch. With the latest update, there are several new features introduced that will add some new features and enhancements.
In detail, the latest update for the Galaxy A23 5G introduces a new battery protection feature that allows users to manage the application’s battery charging to prevent battery damage. There are some new changes in the clock customization, gallery, and Samsung account sections. It is important to note that there is no AI feature arriving in this update.
The update will also enable call continuity, mid-conversation device switching, and seamless communication across any device, such as a Galaxy table, computer, or watch, all connected to the same Samsung account. A small but important addition is a new toggle in the mobile network that allows users to turn off 5G if they don’t need to connect to the update.
If you are using the locked version of the Galaxy A23 on the Verizon network, then you can now update it to the latest version simply by going to the system settings and tapping on the software update. If it shows a new update available, then tap on the download button.