Samsung Galaxy S24 Gets Surprise Update: Improving the October Security Patch

Samsung has delivered an unexpected update to its 2024 flagship users. Owners of the Galaxy S24 series can now download a new software update. This isn’t the anticipated November patch; instead, it refines the previously released October security update.

An Unexpected Update for Galaxy S24 Series

The October security patch was rolled out to flagship smartphones like the Galaxy S24 (and hypothetically, a reference to S25 in the original, but the focus is S24) in the latter half of the month. It appears the South Korean manufacturer identified an issue within the software, as an improved version of One UI is now reaching early users, still based on the October security update.

What’s New in the Update?

• The update is available for the Galaxy S24, the larger S24+, and the premium S24 Ultra.
• It carries a build code ending in EZJB.
• The download size is approximately 600 MB, though this may vary slightly depending on the specific model and mobile carrier.
• Official changelogs are vague, mentioning only “system stability improvements.”
• The exact bug addressed remains undisclosed by Samsung.

Rollout and Availability

The distribution of this updated software traditionally began in South Korea. Following this initial rollout, it is expected to reach other regions worldwide.

Users in various countries should anticipate receiving a notification for the update’s availability within the next few days to a week, as global software rollouts typically take some time.

Samsung continues to demonstrate its commitment to device security and performance. For instance, recent updates for other models include Samsung Galaxy S25 March Security Update and Samsung Galaxy S23 March 2024 Security Update, highlighting the company’s proactive approach to maintaining device integrity.

How to Manually Check for the Update

If you haven’t received a notification yet, you can manually check for the update:

1. Navigate to your device’s Settings.
2. Find the “Software update” section.
3. Select the option to download and install new files.

If the update is available, you can initiate a manual download and installation from this menu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the primary purpose of this new Galaxy S24 update?

This update primarily aims to improve the stability of the system and address an undisclosed bug found in the previously released October security patch for the Galaxy S24 series. It is not the anticipated November security update.

Which Galaxy S24 models are receiving this update?

The update is being rolled out to all models in the Galaxy S24 series, including the standard Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and the flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra.

How large is the update and what is its build code?

The update package is approximately 600 MB in size (may vary slightly by region/carrier) and can be identified by a build code ending in EZJB.

Source: Sammobile, Internal research. Opening photo: Krzysztof Wilamowski

About Post Author

Anuj Kushwaha

See author's posts