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Google Play System Update (July 2025) rolls out for Samsung devices

Google Play System Update was a feature that was introduced for devices that ship with Android 10 or newer. It’s mandatory for device manufacturers that plan to release their devices with Android 10 to support Google Play System Updates. As a result, non-Google devices, such as Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets released with Android 10 (One UI 2.1), can receive such updates, too.

These updates don’t require security updates from the manufacturer to work, as Project Mainline modules work independently to give you better experience with Android phones and tablets.

On July 23rd, a new Google Play System Update has been pushed to Samsung devices. This update upgrades your Project Mainline modules to the July 1st, 2025 version. This update weighs around 87 MB.

To be able to get this version, follow these steps:

  1. Go to your device’s settings
  2. Open the security settings
  3. Find “Google Play System Update” and tap on it
  4. If everything goes OK, you should see the below update dialog:

Click on Download and Install, wait for it to download, then reboot your device by clicking on the blue Restart button. The next time your device boots up, the revised update gets installed, so it’s going to take about 3 minutes maximum to install all the updates.

There is no progress bar, so don’t panic if it looks stuck. Your device will eventually boot up. Now, open your settings app and check your Google Play System Update. If everything is well, you should see July 1st, 2025 below the appropriate button.

In case your device didn’t receive the update, wait for a few days, and it will be available shortly.

Stay tuned for the August patch of 2025!

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Reminder for 2022 Galaxy device updates

Samsung has made a promise that, starting from the Galaxy S21, flagship Galaxy devices will get four years of support starting from the initial release of the device. More specifically, Samsung will update those devices in four generations, while giving them five years of security and stability updates. This was to enhance security and to maximize longevity.

The following flagship devices released prior to the Galaxy S24 series were eligible for this policy:

  • Galaxy S Series: Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE, S22, S22+, S22 Ultra, S21, S21+, S21 Ultra, and S21 FE.
  • Galaxy Z Series: Galaxy Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Z Fold4, Z Flip4, Z Fold3, and Z Flip3.
  • Galaxy Tablets: Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S8S8+, and S8 Ultra.
  • Galaxy Watch: Galaxy Watch6, Watch6 Classic, Watch5, Watch5 Pro, Watch4, and Watch4 Classic.

Since then, we have come to the conclusion that devices released in 2022 are about to receive their last generation update with One UI 8.0 based on Android 16, first appeared in Z Fold/Flip7, and they are:

  • Galaxy S Series: Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra.
  • Galaxy Z Series: Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4.
  • Galaxy Tablets: Galaxy Tab S8, S8+, and S8 Ultra.
  • Galaxy Watch: Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic.

Samsung is expected to start the rollout after July 30th, but this is an expected date, so take this with a grain of salt, but what is confirmed is that One UI 8.0 will be the last generation update for the abovementioned devices released in 2022. After that, only security updates will make their way to those devices, and devices that are scheduled to get their security updates monthly will be demoted to quarterly security patch update schedule to join the Galaxy Tab S8 series, which receives updates quarterly.

If you have one of those devices, we recommend that you upgrade your device by purchasing the newest releases, such as Galaxy Z Fold/Flip7, to continue receiving updates.

Google Play System Update (June 2025) rolls out for Samsung devices

Google Play System Update was a feature that was introduced for devices that ship with Android 10 or newer. It’s mandatory for device manufacturers that plan to release their devices with Android 10 to support Google Play System Updates. As a result, non-Google devices, such as Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets released with Android 10 (One UI 2.1), can receive such updates, too.

These updates don’t require security updates from the manufacturer to work, as Project Mainline modules work independently to give you better experience with Android phones and tablets.

On July 1st, a new Google Play System Update has been pushed to Samsung devices. This update upgrades your Project Mainline modules to the June 1st, 2025 version. This update weighs around 75 MB.

To be able to get this version, follow these steps:

  1. Go to your device’s settings
  2. Open the security settings
  3. Find “Google Play System Update” and tap on it
  4. If everything goes OK, you should see the below update dialog:

Click on Download and Install, wait for it to download, then reboot your device by clicking on the blue Restart button. The next time your device boots up, the revised update gets installed, so it’s going to take about 3 minutes maximum to install all the updates.

There is no progress bar, so don’t panic if it looks stuck. Your device will eventually boot up. Now, open your settings app and check your Google Play System Update. If everything is well, you should see June 1st, 2025 below the appropriate button.

In case your device didn’t receive the update, wait for a few days, and it will be available shortly.

Stay tuned for the July patch of 2025!

Galaxy S25 gets the June 2025 update ahead of One UI 8 Beta 2

Samsung has recently began distributing the June 2025 security patch to the Galaxy S25 series. This is built on top of the One UI 7.0 that uses Android 15 as the base. This update is required for the second beta of One UI 8.0. According to the latest data, we have found the following firmware versions released:

  • Galaxy S25 Ultra: AYF2
  • Galaxy S25+: AYF2
  • Galaxy S25: AYF2

The Korean units still didn’t receive the June 2025 security update, but should be soon.

To obtain the update, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Settings app
  2. Navigate to Software update
  3. Tap on Download and Install
  4. You should be able to see the update information. Verify the version with your device model posted above.
  5. Click on Download, let it download, and click on Install. Make sure that you download the update through Wi-Fi.

This security update should take 5 to 10 minutes maximum to install. Make sure that you have the phone charged fully before initiating the update process to avoid interruptions. Back up your data to your PC, the cloud, or any other device in case the update went wrong. Don’t interrupt the update process, or you’ll experience problems later. To mitigate green line issues caused by heat, do the update on a well-ventilated room.

Enjoy!

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Google Play System Update (May 2025) rolls out for Samsung devices

Google Play System Update was a feature that was introduced for devices that ship with Android 10 or newer. It’s mandatory for device manufacturers that plan to release their devices with Android 10 to support Google Play System Updates. As a result, non-Google devices, such as Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets released with Android 10 (One UI 2.1), can receive such updates, too.

These updates don’t require security updates from the manufacturer to work, as Project Mainline modules work independently to give you better experience with Android phones and tablets.

On June 10th, a new Google Play System Update has been pushed to Samsung devices. This update upgrades your Project Mainline modules to the May 1st, 2025 version. This update weighs around 87 MB.

To be able to get this version, follow these steps:

  1. Go to your device’s settings
  2. Open the security settings
  3. Find “Google Play System Update” and tap on it
  4. If everything goes OK, you should see the below update dialog:

Click on Download and Install, wait for it to download, then reboot your device by clicking on the blue Restart button. The next time your device boots up, the revised update gets installed, so it’s going to take about 3 minutes maximum to install all the updates.

There is no progress bar, so don’t panic if it looks stuck. Your device will eventually boot up. Now, open your settings app and check your Google Play System Update. If everything is well, you should see May 1st, 2025 below the appropriate button.

In case your device didn’t receive the update, wait for a few days, and it will be available shortly.

Stay tuned for the June patch of 2025!

#Fehlfunktion bei Verwendung von #ADACdrive

Mein Gerät: #FP4
App Version: 6.0.1 (110361)
OS-Version: #Android14
Modell: #Fairphone
Anmeldestatus: Angemeldet
Userdaten vorhanden: Ja
Alte Routen migriert: Ja
Alte Route gelöscht: Ja
#/e/OS #eOS

Die #Navigation funktioniert bis zum Start einwandfrei. Die Strecke wird angezeigt und der Punkt wandert entsprechend der aktuellen Position.

Nach dem Betätigen des Start-Button wird die 3D Perspektive eingeblendet und mit der aktuellen Position angezeigt. Aber die Position wird nicht mehr aktualisiert, die Perspektive verändert sich nicht mehr. Abbrechen und neu starten bringt dann immer die Darstellung der neuen aktuellen Position.

Dieses Phänomen ist vor schätzungsweise 2 Jahren schon mal aufgetreten und hat dann irgendwann ohne Bezug zu einem konkreten Update funktioniert. Nun seit einigen Monaten geht es wieder nicht und zeigt ein identisches Verhalten.

Continued thread

Couldn't wait for the over-the-air update to be released, so casually did a “dirty” one to upgrade my #Fairphone3 from Android 13 to #Android 14 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

(That was necessary because #Android14 for the FP3 is currently only available on /e/OS' dev channel and not yet on the stable one.)

1️⃣ Download the .zip file for sideloading (e-3.0-a14-…-community-FP3.zip) instead of the one for flashing (IMG-e-3.0-a14-…-community-FP3.zip): images.ecloud.global/community

2️⃣ adb reboot sideload
3️⃣ adb sideload e-3.0-a14-…-community-FP3.zip
4️⃣ No data loss 🥳

Galaxy Tab S10 Series receives May 2025 Security Patch

Samsung has recently began distributing the May 2025 security patch to the Tab S10 series. This is built on top of One UI 7.0 that uses Android 15 as the base. According to the latest data, we have found the following firmware versions released:

  • SM-X826x: X826xXXU3BYE1
  • SM-X820: X820XXU3BYE1
  • SM-X926x: X926xXXU3BYE1
  • SM-X920: X920XXU3BYE1

To obtain the update, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Settings app
  2. Navigate to Software update
  3. Tap on Download and Install
  4. You should be able to see the update information. Verify the version with your device model posted above.
  5. Click on Download, let it download, and click on Install. Make sure that you download the update through Wi-Fi.

This security update should take 5 to 10 minutes maximum to install once your phone reboots. Make sure that you have the phone charged fully before initiating the update process to avoid interruptions. Back up your data to your PC, the cloud, or any other device in case the update went wrong. Don’t interrupt the update process, or you’ll experience problems later. To mitigate green line issues caused by heat, do the update on a well-ventilated room.

https://audiomack.com/aptivi/song/galaxy-tab-s10-series-receives-february-2025-security-patch

Enjoy!

My #Pixel7Pro basically on its way, just waiting for ebay to give me a tracking link/info, but I'm now debating weither I should keep the stock, google-infested rom and have no issues, or have a big chance of facing issues with CalyxOS or GrapheneOS?

The main reason being, I'm not sure if some of my apps like banking and carrier apps, along with another app or two will work, plus the fact that I'm paying for YouTube Premium, and so on.

I don't want to have to deal with incompatibility issues, but I'm also extremely uncomfortable (paranoid maybe?) with using the stock rom, so I don't know how it'll go...

#Patchday: Angreifer attackieren #Android13 und #Android14 mit #Schadcode

Angreifer können #Androidgeräte über mehrere #Sicherheitslücken attackieren. Eine #Schadcode-Schwachstelle nutzen Angreifer bereits aus.

Googles Android-Betriebssystem ist in den Versionen 13, 14 und 15 aufgrund enthaltener Schwachstellen attackierbar. Angreifer können sich dadurch unter anderem höhere Nutzerrechte verschaffen.

heise.de/news/Patchday-Systemk

heise online · Patchday: Angreifer attackieren Android 13 und 14 mit SchadcodeBy Dennis Schirrmacher