August 2023 security patch starts arriving on Samsung Galaxy phones
Although Google had some explanation to do as to why the security patches were not arriving on Pixel phones early, Samsung Galaxy smartphone users can now breathe a sigh of relief as the August 2023 security patch starts rolling out. The Galaxy S20 FE is the first to receive this update, promising enhanced privacy and security for the device.
The latest firmware version, G780GXXS6EWG9, brings the August 2023 security patch to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780G) in several countries, including Bolivia, Brazil, Guatemala, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago. While this update focuses solely on security enhancements, it’s crucial for ensuring a safe and protected user experience.
In the coming weeks, more Galaxy devices and tablets are expected to receive the August 2023 security patch update, providing users with added peace of mind.
While this update doesn’t introduce any new features or performance improvements, it’s a vital part of Samsung’s commitment to keeping its devices secure and up-to-date. Specific security issues addressed by the August 2023 security patch have not been disclosed yet by Samsung.
For those curious about the Galaxy S20 FE’s software history, it was initially released in the second half of 2020 with the Snapdragon 865 CPU and Android 10. Subsequent updates brought it to Android 11 by the end of 2020 and Android 12 in the fourth quarter of 2021. The device received its final major upgrade with Android 13 late last year.
Download the August 2023 security patch for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
If you’re rocking the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE in any of the aforementioned regions, then the update should have landed on your device. If it hasn’t, then you should be patient as you will get a notification when it’s available. Meanwhile, to download, navigate to Settings, Software Updates and then download and install.
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