Samsung has begun distributing its first monthly update of 2025, featuring the January 2025 security patch, to a variety of Galaxy devices. This update primarily enhances security, addressing nearly 30 vulnerabilities, including five critical issues identified in Google’s January 2025 security bulletin, along with 22 Samsung-specific fixes.

Currently, the update is being rolled out to the following Galaxy models in select regions:

• Galaxy S24 Series: S24, S24+, S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S23 Series: S23, S23+, S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S22 Series: S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S21 Series: S21, S21+, S21 Ultra
• Galaxy S20 Series: S20, S20+, S20 Ultra
• Galaxy S21 FE
• Galaxy S20 FE
• Galaxy Z Flip Series: Z Flip 6, Z Flip 5, Z Flip 4, Z Flip 3
• Galaxy Z Fold Series: Z Fold 6, Z Fold SE, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Fold 3
• Galaxy A Series: A16, A15, A14, A54, A53, A32
• Galaxy Note 20 Series: Note 20, Note 20 Ultra

The availability of this update may vary depending on your region, carrier, and device model. Samsung plans to extend the rollout to more devices in the coming weeks.

It’s important to note that the One UI 7 update is currently in beta for the Galaxy S24 series and is expected to be released more broadly in February 2025. The stable version of One UI 7 debuted with the Galaxy S25 series, which is now available.

For detailed information on the January 2025 security update and its availability for specific devices, you can refer to Samsung’s official security bulletin. As always, it’s advisable to keep your device updated to ensure optimal security and performance.

Samsung has released a major update to its Good Lock app, introducing a new design that aligns with the upcoming One UI 7. This update aims to make the app more user-friendly and addresses previous usability issues.

Good Lock is a powerful tool that allows users to customize Samsung’s One UI. However, earlier versions had a complicated interface that made it difficult for many users to navigate. This was especially evident when users had to use Good Lock to run apps on the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover display.

The latest version, v3.0.10.1, is now available through the Galaxy Store. It features a complete redesign from the previous version, v2.2.04.95, which was released in April 2024. The new design includes a “Plugins” tab that displays all available Good Lock modules, organized into categories for easy navigation. There’s also a “You” tab where users can see active modifications and access a “favorites” section for installed modules.

Additionally, the app now has a settings button at the top, providing access to “Good Lock credits,” a contact form, and permissions. Another button leads to widgets and wallpapers that are part of Good Lock.

This redesign significantly improves the user experience, making the app faster and more intuitive. The update is being rolled out alongside One UI 7 and is currently available in the Galaxy Store. Samsung also plans to release Good Lock on the Play Store to make it accessible to all Galaxy users worldwide.

For those who don’t want to wait, the APK is available online, but caution is advised when installing from unofficial sources.

This update reflects Samsung’s commitment to enhancing user experience by simplifying the interface and making customization more accessible.

The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G has been approved for use in the US. US documents show the phone uses the One UI 7 software, which is based on Android 15.

Samsung officially announced One UI 7 at the Galaxy S25 launch event on January 23. It features AI capabilities designed to offer a smarter and more personalized user experience.

One UI 7 introduces several innovative features designed to enhance user experience:

• AI Select predicts user needs by recognizing current activities. For example, while watching a video, it can recommend saving highlights as a GIF with a single tap.
• Circle to Search lets users quickly search by circling content on the screen, like identifying background music in a video.
• Conversational Search allows natural language searches, such as finding “photos from my trip to Italy last month,” making tasks faster and easier.
• Cross-Application Execution Chain simplifies multitasking by letting users perform complex actions with voice commands, like finding pet-friendly vegetarian restaurants and sharing results seamlessly across apps like Spotify and WhatsApp.
• Now Brief and Now Bar provide daily summaries and quick access to common tools. In the morning, users can check their sleep data, weather, and schedule; at night, review activities and prep for the next day. The Now Bar integrates music controls, navigation, translations, and reminders directly into the lock screen.
• Privacy and Security features include a personal data engine to encrypt and secure user data in Knox Vault, with post-quantum encryption to protect against future threats.

With these enhancements, One UI 7 offers smarter, more personalized, and secure experiences for users.

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