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Verizon expands October 2024 patch to more Galaxy devices
Earlier today, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy A14 5G received the latest update in the form of October 2024 patch Now, with further expansion, Verizon is rolling out latest security patch update to more devices, including Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3 and Galaxy A54 devices.
October 2024 patch reaches to locked Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3 and A54
Samsung has rolled out the October 2024 patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 with the firmware version numbers F926USQS8JXJ1 and F711USQS9JXJ1, respectively. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A54 is getting the same update with the firmware version number A546VSQS9CXI3.
As of writing, the update is spotted on the Verizon locked devices, and it is expected that it will be available on more carriers in the coming days.
According to the official changelog, the latest update doesn’t bring any new feature for the devices , but it is expected that the company will improve the security of the devices.
October 2024 patch details
Samsung has mentioned in the October 2024 patch bulletin that this month the company will address more than 40 different vulnerabilities with the latest update. This includes the patches added by Google to eradicate the possible threats in the Android OS.
Along with these, Samsung has also introduced some exclusive fixes for the Galaxy devices, which may enhance the overall performance and stability of the devices.
If you are using Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3 or A54 device, then you should check for the latest update from the system settings. The latest update doesn’t bring any significant change for the devices but it is expected that the company may introduce some new features for the devices
Samsung Health offers many utility services, which provide the convenience of measuring health-related features. To provide improvements, the company frequently provides new updates. Now, with the latest update, it may bring some fixes for the recently released features.
Samsung Health update makes the Application more stable
Samsung has rolled out a new update for the Samsung Health application; the latest update is coming with version 6.28.2.003. Let’s explore more about it.
However, with the latest update, it comes with the older changelog, which says “new barcode food scanner functionality arrived for limited countries; now it supports the medication feature in more countries, including India and South Korea. The personal health record management feature is also added, making it easier to manage the health.
So there is no clue what’s new coming with the latest update, but it is expected that the update may surely bring more stability for the newly arrived feature and make more enhancements. If you want to install the latest update, then you can check it from the Galaxy Store on your device. The Application is not limited to the Galaxy devices so other user can update it from the Google Play store.
Yesterday, Samsung released the November 2024 security patch for the Galaxy Tab S10 series devices in Europe, but it was limited to the 5G variants. Now, with the latest development, it is available for the Wi-Fi variants.
Galaxy Tab S10 Wi-Fi getting November 2024 patch
Samsung has rolled out the November 2024 patch for the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra devices with the firmware version number X820XXS2AXJ7 and X920XXS2AXJ7, respectively. The latest update has brought new improvements to the auto blocker with security enhancements.
Auto blocker gets improved
Along with this, the update will also bring new enhancements for the auto blocker. As per the changelog, USB devices will not be allowed to connect to this device after the update except when charging.
If you are using the Galaxy Tab S10+ or Tab S10 Ultra Wi-Fi in Europe, you should start receiving new updates from the system settings. Don’t worry if the update hasn’t arrived on your device yet; it may be available for you in the next few hours
Samsung offers several new changes, which will provide features in the form of different apps. The company is expected to provide some new changes. Parental controls are one of them, and they provide functions to prevent managing your child’s account.
One UI 7 Parental controls update
Samsung has rolled out a new update for the Parent Controls app with firmware version 2.4.80.4. No new feature has been mentioned in the changelog. However, the company is expected to ensure compatibility with the application for One UI 7.
How to install
The latest update of Parent Control is now available for download. Users who own Galaxy devices running on Android 8 or above can download the update from the Galaxy store. Alternatively, you can also check the updates from external sources.
Parental control features
Samsung Parental Control offers several features that help you control your child’s Samsung account. You can easily take action via your device to restrict any of the functionality of the child’s device and monitor the activity online.