Key Points:
- Galaxy A55 receives a long-awaited software update but arrives two months behind schedule.
- The update includes the May 2024 security patch, not the latest June patch.
- The seamless update feature on A55 might be causing delays, but this remains unconfirmed.
Samsung’s premium mid-ranger, the Galaxy A55, is finally getting a software update. However, there’s a catch: the update arrives nearly two months after the previous one and includes the May 2024 security patch, not the latest June patch. This delay has frustrated users who’ve been voicing their concerns on Samsung’s forums.
While the update brings some improvements, details remain scarce. The build number suggests more than just security fixes, but the changelog offers no specifics. Interestingly, the A55 is the first Samsung phone with seamless updates, allowing installations to run in the background. We’ve received rumors that this feature might be causing the delays, but confirmation is pending.
Regardless, the update is here. You can download it through Settings > Software update. The rollout began in Thailand and is expected to expand to other regions soon.
In brighter news, owners of the Exynos variant of the Galaxy S21 FE in select Asian countries can now download the June 2024 security update. This update, identified by build number G990EXXS9FXF1, follows the earlier release for the Snapdragon variant in the USA.
Both updates focus solely on security, offering fixes for 59 vulnerabilities found in previous software versions. Details about these vulnerabilities, 22 of which specifically affect Galaxy devices, can be found on Samsung’s website.
To download the update on your S21 FE, head to Settings > Software update and tap Download and Install. Alternatively, you can download the firmware from Samsung’s archives and install it using a Windows PC.
