August 2023 Security Update Rolls Out to Multiple Countries for Galaxy S21 FE

August 2023 Security Update Rolls Out to Multiple Countries for Galaxy S21 FE (Image Source: sammobile.com)

Samsung has initiated the rollout of the August 2023 security update for the Galaxy S21 FE. 

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This latest update is now accessible in multiple nations across the globe, encompassing regions within Europe, Latin America, and North America. Regrettably, the update has not yet reached African and Asian countries.


Unveiling the Contents of the Galaxy S21 FE August 2023 Security Update

The recently introduced software update for the Galaxy S21 FE brings forth a firmware version denoted as G990BXXS6EWG9 within the European domain. 


In Europe, Samsung introduced a slightly enhanced iteration of the Galaxy S21 FE, identifiable by the model number SM-G990B2. 


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These specific units are now receiving the most recent security update, showcased by firmware version G990B2XXS5EWG9. 


Conversely, in Brazil, spanning all carrier variants, the Galaxy S21 is undergoing the software enhancement, resulting in the installation of firmware version G990EXXS7EWH2.


Across the United States, the Galaxy S21 FE models linked to Dish, Metro PCS, and T-Mobile networks are receiving the updated software, presenting firmware version G990USQS8EWG3. 


This comprehensive update effectively addresses more than 70 security vulnerabilities identified within the device.


For users in the aforementioned countries who possess a Galaxy S21 FE, a swift check for the new software update can be performed directly on the device. 


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Upon availability, the installation can be initiated by venturing into Settings, selecting Software update, and finally tapping on Download and install. 


An alternative approach involves downloading the fresh firmware file from the dedicated firmware database. 


This file can then be manually flashed through the utilization of a Windows-operating computer, coupled with Samsung's Odin firmware flashing tool.


Anticipated Timeline for Upcoming Updates

In an upcoming timeline, Samsung is anticipated to introduce the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update to the Galaxy S21 FE, effectively before the culmination of the present year. 

It's noteworthy that the phone debuted with Android 12, subsequently receiving the Android 13 update towards the conclusion of 2022.


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