Quick Summary
Users of older Samsung Galaxy handsets are getting a crucial upgrade.
That comes in the form of a new security patch.
Statistically speaking, if you own an Android phone there's a good chance it was made by Samsung. The brand is still the most popular in the smartphone space, shipping millions of devices every year.
One reason why people love Samsung phones so much is the constant barrage of updates which come with them. The brand offers regular software and security updates, to help ensure your device is as up to date as possible.
That's exactly what's just happened for users of older devices. The brand has released a security update for the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra models.
That's the most up to date security patch the brand has to offer, bringing the latest and greatest security features to your device. The same patch was given to the Samsung Galaxy S24 series handsets earlier this week.
There's currently no word on exactly what can be found in this update, but that shouldn't really matter too much. One of the most crucial things for your device is to keep it up to date in terms of security. Failing to do so can leave you vulnerable to intruders and bad actors.
That comes as the brand appears to be ramping up its work on the next generation of its operating system. One UI 7 is expected to launch in beta next week, ramping up to a full release in early 2025.
We're expecting that to coincide with the launch of the new Samsung Galaxy S25 series. That looks set to be an exciting handset, complete with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a redesign overall.
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This security patch should offer some added peace of mind for those with a slightly older handset, ahead of the new software and new devices in the new year.
Sam is an award-winning journalist with over six years of experience across print and digital media. As T3’s Senior Staff Writer, Sam covers everything from new phones and EVs to luxury watches and fragrances. Working across a range of different social media platforms alongside his written work, Sam is a familiar face for fans of T3. When he’s not reviewing snazzy products or hunting for stellar deals, Sam enjoys football, analog photography and writing music.
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