The main topic of the article is the importance of keeping devices updated with the latest security patches.
Key points:
1. Many devices stop receiving security updates, leaving them vulnerable to exploits.
2. Options for continuing to use unsupported devices include installing custom ROMs or being extremely cautious.
3. The best solution is to buy a new phone that is supported by regular security updates.
Main topic: Samsung's plans to update its Galaxy phones to the Android 14-based One UI 6.
Key points:
1. Samsung is preparing to update its Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy Z Flip 5 to One UI 6.
2. The update is expected to roll out around October or November, following the release of Android 14 in August.
3. Samsung will gradually bring One UI 6 to other Galaxy phones, including older models launched in the past two years.
Samsung is rolling out the September 2023 security patch for the Galaxy S22 series in Europe, with no added One UI features but a promise of the One UI 6.0 upgrade later in the year.
Samsung has started rolling out the beta version of Android 14 (One UI 6.0) to the Galaxy A54 in the UK, bringing new features and a security patch, with enrollment available through the Samsung Members app.
Samsung is set to release its latest One UI 6 update based on Android 14, with eligible devices including the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold series, Galaxy Z Flip series, Galaxy A series, Galaxy M series, Galaxy F series, Galaxy Tab S9 series, and the Galaxy Xcover 6 Pro.
Samsung has released the September 2023 security update for its latest foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5, in Europe, fixing over 60 security vulnerabilities.
Samsung has released the third One UI 6.0 beta update for the Galaxy S23 series in the USA and India, featuring bug fixes and new video player features.
Samsung is set to release a smart ring called the "Galaxy Ring" in 2024, according to an update to the Galaxy Wearable app, with the device expected to focus on health-tracking.
Google has released the September security update for Pixel phones, which is still based on Android 13, addressing 32 vulnerabilities and including a Pixel-specific CVE.
Samsung plans to launch two new affordable smartphones, the Galaxy A05 and Galaxy A05s, featuring MediaTek Helio G85 processors, 4GB RAM, dual and triple-camera setups, and a 50MP primary camera, with the A05s also featuring NFC and a side-mounted fingerprint reader, and both phones running Android 13 and powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging.
Samsung has released two new versions of its smartphones, the Galaxy S23 Tactical Edition and Galaxy XCover6 Pro Tactical Edition, specifically designed for military, first responders, and certain physical jobs, featuring enhanced security measures and rugged capabilities.
Samsung is rumored to release the Galaxy S23 FE, featuring a triple camera layout and the possibility of an October release, with leaks providing information about its design, certification, and hardware specifications.
Apple has released a new security update for iPhones, iPads, and other devices to protect against three vulnerabilities, following a previous update released earlier this month.
The Galaxy A54, Samsung's feature-packed mid-range phone, is receiving an update with the September security patch, providing improved security but no other new features or improvements until it receives Android 14 and One UI 6.0.
Samsung has begun rolling out the September 2023 security update for carrier-locked versions of the Galaxy S21 series phones in the US, offering over 60 vulnerability fixes without any new features or performance enhancements.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 series, expected to be released in early 2024, will feature minor design changes and a yearly hardware refresh, with the Galaxy S24 Ultra being the most enticing model.
The Galaxy S23 is receiving its fifth One UI 6 beta update, indicating that the release of One UI 6 based on Android 14 is nearing, with this version focusing on bug fixes rather than adding new features, and the Galaxy A53 is also receiving its first One UI 6 update.
Samsung has confirmed that it will launch new devices, including the Galaxy S23 FE, on October 4, the same date as the launch of Google's Pixel 8 series.
Samsung India's official Twitter account teases a new Samsung product launch on October 4, possibly the Galaxy S23 Fan Edition, with a minimalist header image highlighting three camera circles.
Samsung is teasing the launch of "The New Epic" in India on October 4, which is expected to be its last major device announcement for 2023, featuring a powerful and versatile Galaxy Tab and the affordable Galaxy S23 FE smartphone competing with the Pixel 7a.
Google has released the October 2023 security updates for Android, addressing 54 vulnerabilities, including two actively exploited flaws, with one impacting various software products and the other affecting multiple versions of Arm Mali GPU drivers on Android devices.
The Galaxy A54 5G from Verizon in the USA has received the October 2023 update, which includes the latest security patch and improves Wi-Fi security.
Samsung has rolled out the second beta update for its Galaxy S22 series in the UK, bringing improvements such as icon disappearance, app crash fixes, and the latest security patch, with more features expected to be revealed.
Samsung is considering extending its security update support for its devices beyond the current five years, in response to Google's announcement of seven years of updates for the Pixel 8 series, showcasing Samsung's impressive track record of providing timely security patches to over 150+ Galaxy devices and updating over a billion devices monthly.
Samsung is considering offering more than five years of security updates in response to new regulations, potentially surpassing its current update policies and competing with Google's recent promise of seven years of OS and security updates for Pixel phones.
Samsung is rolling out its October security patch to address vulnerabilities in One UI, with a focus on backend fixes and addressing critical vulnerabilities and Android weaknesses, and the update is being released for various Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S series, Galaxy Z Fold/Flip series, and Galaxy A/M/F series.
Samsung has expanded the rollout of the October 2023 security update to its mid-range smartphones, with the Galaxy A52s receiving the latest update, which focuses on fixing vulnerabilities.
Samsung is rolling out the October 2023 security patch for its Galaxy Note 20 series, including the LTE and 5G variants, as well as the Note 20 Ultra, across multiple countries.
Samsung has released the October 2023 security update for the Galaxy S20 FE, providing new security fixes for various vulnerabilities.
Apple has released security updates for older iPhones and iPads to address two zero-day vulnerabilities that were exploited in attacks, including privilege escalation and arbitrary code execution flaws.
Samsung has released the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 beta update to the Galaxy M23 5G in India, bringing new features and improvements to the device.
Samsung has extended the One UI 6.0 beta program to include the low-cost devices Galaxy F23, Galaxy M23 5G, and Galaxy A52s, indicating the company's willingness to test the update on more devices before its official release.
Samsung has released the October 2023 security update for the Galaxy S20 FE and S20 FE 5G in Asia and Europe, with other regions expected to receive the update soon.
Samsung is rolling out the October 2023 security update for the Galaxy S21 FE in Europe, fixing security flaws but not bringing any new features.
The Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10+ have received a surprise security update on the Telcel network in Mexico, bringing a newer security patch and firmware version, although it remains uncertain if this update will be available in other markets.
Samsung has released the latest security update for the Galaxy Tab S8 series, including the Wi-Fi variants, with the update containing the October 2023 security patch as well as upcoming updates for Android 14 and One UI 6.0.
Samsung is releasing one final update for the Galaxy A51, providing some One UI 5.1.1 features and the October 2023 security patch before support for the phone ends.
