Key Points:
- Galaxy M04 gets July 2024 security patch in India.
- Galaxy A03 also receives July 2024 security update.
- Both models will not get major OS updates anymore.
Galaxy M04 Update Details:
Samsung has rolled out the July 2024 security update for the Galaxy M04, a budget phone from two years ago. This update fixes 58 security issues and is currently available in India for the model SM-M045F, with firmware version M045FXXS8EXF2.
How to Update:
- If your Galaxy M04 alerts you about the update, tap the notification and select “Download and Install.”
- If no notification appears, navigate to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Future Updates for Galaxy M04:
- The Galaxy M04 will no longer receive new OS updates. The latest major update it got was Android 14-based One UI 6.1.
- Samsung will continue providing security updates for at least the next three years every quarter.
Recommendation:
- If you’re considering an upgrade, the Galaxy A05s is a good option in a similar price range.
Galaxy A03 Update Details:
The Galaxy A03, released nearly three years ago, is also getting the July 2024 security patch, which addresses 58 security vulnerabilities. This update is for the international variant SM-A035F, with firmware version A035FXXS7CXF3.
How to Update:
- To install the update, go to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
- Alternatively, download the firmware from Samsung’s database and install it using Odin on a Windows PC.
Future Updates for Galaxy A03:
- The Galaxy A03 will not receive any further major OS upgrades. It is currently running on Android 13 (One UI Core 5.1).
- Samsung will provide biannual security updates for this model.
Future Device Suggestion:
- For those looking to upgrade, waiting for the release of the Galaxy A06 might be a good idea.
