More than 30 Samsung phone models receive important update after ‘critical’ Android issues are uncovered – see full list
Check the list below to see if the update has made it to your phone
DOZENS of security flaws have been discovered and fixed for more than 30 Samsung phones.
Of the 29 cyber gaps that have now been plugged, there were five “critical” vulnerabilities.
Samsung has not revealed any details about the “critical” vulnerabilities.
Samsung’s January 2025 update, titled S90xBXXSDEXL1, also patches several high-level vulnerabilities affecting the Sound Picker, Samsung Messages, Notification Manager, and Bootloader.
The monthly update is currently being rolled out slowly to all eligible devices.
Some 34 Samsung devices have been given the patch so far, with more expected to receive it in the coming weeks.
Check the list to see if the update has made it to your phone:
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S21
- Galaxy S21+
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Fold SE
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy A16
- Galaxy A15
- Galaxy A14
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A32
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Samsung owners can check for the new update by navigating to Settings > Software Update > Download and install.
An additional 22 Samsung-specific vulnerabilities have also been fixed this month.
So, it’s important to make sure you keep your phone up to date with the latest software.
One UI 7 & Android 15
Samsung has also confirmed it is preparing a stable version of the One UI 7 update, with all the new Android 15 features.
It is set to be released alongside the Galaxy S25 series – Samsung’s newest phone lineup that hits shelves on 7 January.
The update will bring even more AI features, such as upgraded writing tools and call transcriptions, according to Samsung.
“One UI 7 is all about AI-powered personalisation,” the tech giant in a recent community note.
“It’s designed to adapt to your habits, making every interaction with your phone feel more natural and efficient.
“Imagine a smartphone that learns from you, anticipating what you need and offering smarter ways to get things done.”
One UI 7 is expected to be available on the following devices:
Samsung Galaxy S series:
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S21+
- Galaxy S21
- Galaxy S21 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z models
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
Samsung Galaxy A models
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A33
- Galaxy A25
- Galaxy A24
- Galaxy A23
- Galaxy A16
- Galaxy A15
- Galaxy A14
- Galaxy A06
- Galaxy A05
- Galaxy A05s
Samsung Galaxy F models
- Galaxy F55
- Galaxy F54
- Galaxy F34
- Galaxy F15
- Galaxy F14
- Galaxy F05
Samsung Galaxy M models
- Galaxy M55
- Galaxy M55s
- Galaxy M54
- Galaxy M53
- Galaxy M35
- Galaxy M34
- Galaxy M33
- Galaxy M15
- Galaxy M14
- Galaxy M05
Samsung Galaxy Tablets
- Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S10+
- Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9+
- Galaxy Tab S9
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8+
- Galaxy Tab S8
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
- Galaxy Tab A9+
- Galaxy Tab A9
- Galaxy Tab Active 5
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
Samsung charging tip – how to charge best
Here's Samsung's official advice...
To get the most out of your smartphone’s battery, you’ll need to charge it properly.
Most smartphones have a lithium-ion battery that lasts longer when charged regularly.
Unlike the nickel batteries used in older phones, lithium-ion batteries do best when kept above a 50 percent charge.
Repeatedly allowing the battery to drain fully may shorten its life and decrease its overall capacity.
If this happens, you’ll need to charge the battery more frequently and it may last only a few hours before needing a charge, for example.
Leaving the phone connected to the charger (when the phone is completely charged) while you are using it may lower battery life if you do it repeatedly.
