Samsung Galaxy S23 series started receiving security updates

Samsung's Galaxy S23 series has been updated with the August 2023 security patch in the US, following its initial release in Thailand and Europe a week ago. The update, identified by the firmware version S91xUSQU1AWGH, is now available for the carrier-locked versions of the Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra. However, the factory-unlocked models are still awaiting the update. In addition, Samsung has provided this update for its midrange models, the Galaxy A04s and Galaxy A52s.

The recent software enhancement introduces a feature allowing users to use a 2x zoom toggle within the Camera app. To access this, the latest version of the Camera Assistant app is necessary. This update not only offers camera-related improvements but also emphasizes user safety by incorporating the August 2023 security patch. Impressively, this patch rectifies more than 70 vulnerabilities observed in the prior version. This includes 2 of critical importance, 50 considered high, and 1 moderate. Moreover, it resolves 5 longstanding security issues from prior patches and addresses 19 specific Samsung Vulnerability Items (SVEs).

Users keen on verifying the availability of this update for their devices can navigate to Settings and opt for the Software update option. If the update appears, they should download it and subsequently restart their device for a complete installation.

Samsung Galaxy S23 series started receiving security updates

The Galaxy S23 series is impressive in its specifications. The Galaxy S23 and S23+ are furnished with 6.1-inch and 6.6-inch FHD+ displays respectively. They boast adaptive refresh rates that can reach 120Hz, and their screens have been praised for their brightness. Under the hood, these devices are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, promising superior performance complemented by vapor chamber cooling. As for camera configurations, both models sport triple rear cameras, accompanied by a 12MP front camera, and they have 8K video support. While the S23+ offers Ultra-wideband (UWB), both are designed to be water and dust resistant with an IP68 rating. Charging is swift, and they support up to 10W for wireless charging.

As for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, it stands out with a 6.8-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED display, which offers variable refresh rates. It shares the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip with its counterparts and also benefits from vapor chamber cooling. The camera prowess of the Ultra is particularly noteworthy with a 200MP primary sensor, 12MP Ultra Wide, 10MP Telephoto, 10MP Periscope, and a 3D ToF sensor. This model too supports Ultra-wideband (UWB) and has an IP68 rating, ensuring resistance to water and dust. It is powered by a robust 5000mAh battery that supports both fast and wireless charging. Furthermore, it includes a built-in S Pen Stylus for added versatility.

Lastly, Samsung is currently testing the beta version of Android 14-based One UI 6.0 for Galaxy S23 users, with plans for the stable version to be released in the upcoming months.

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