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Samsung Galaxy updates and foldable support changes

Overview

By late 2026, Samsung’s software support landscape continued to shift as older hardware and specific applications reached end-of-life status. The Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic ceased receiving updates in August 2026, while the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 have also seen all software and security support end following Android 15.

In October 2026, Samsung officially ended software and security support for several budget models, including the Galaxy A23 5G, Galaxy A23 4G, and Galaxy A04s. These devices were removed from the official security update list, meaning they will no longer receive fixes for newly discovered vulnerabilities. While these phones remain functional for basic tasks like messaging and calling, the lack of ongoing patches increases the risk of malware and data theft. Most of these devices reached their final major operating system version with Android 14.

In contrast to these discontinuations, Samsung continues to maintain its premium hardware. The Galaxy S24 series—including the S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, and S24 FE—began receiving a global rollout of the September 2026 security patch to address 90 known vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the flagship Galaxy S26 series—comprising the S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra—has begun receiving the October 2026 security patch. This release follows the stable rollout of One UI 9 (Android 17) and addresses 62 security vulnerabilities, including approximately 13 fixes from Samsung and nearly 50 from Google. The rollout has initially reached users in the United States and Canada, with the Galaxy S25 series expected to receive the patch in the following week. Other models remain on a staggered lifecycle: the Galaxy S22 series is expected to conclude Android version updates in February 2026, with security patches lasting until February 2027.

Entities

Samsung · Google · Android · Galaxy Z Flip 3 · Galaxy Z Fold 3

Claims

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Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Samsung ends software support for Galaxy A23 and A04s models

    Samsung has ended official software and security support for the Galaxy A23 5G, A23 4G, and A04s models, leaving users vulnerable to new security threats.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    Samsung begins October 2026 security patch rollout for Galaxy S26 series

    Samsung is rolling out the October 2026 security patch for the Galaxy S26 series, addressing 62 vulnerabilities following the stable release of One UI 9 and Android 17.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    Samsung ends software updates for Galaxy A04s and A23 5G

    Samsung has ended regular security updates for the Galaxy A04s and Galaxy A23 5G, marking the end of their four-year support cycle.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Samsung releases September 2026 security patch for Galaxy S24 series

    Samsung is rolling out the September 2026 security patch for the Galaxy S24 series to fix 90 vulnerabilities, though the One UI 9.0 Android 17 update has no confirmed release date.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Samsung to end software support for several Galaxy smartphone models

    Samsung is ending software support for various Galaxy models, including the Z Fold3, Z Flip3, and S22 series, impacting future Android updates and security patches.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung ends support for AR apps and older Galaxy foldable devices

    Samsung is ending support for its AR apps, Quick Measure and AR Doodle, and has ceased security updates for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable smartphones.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    Samsung ends software support for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3

    Samsung has ended software and security support for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3, leaving the 2021 foldable devices vulnerable to new security threats.

  8. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Samsung ends software support for Galaxy Watch 4 models

    Samsung is phasing out software and security updates for older Galaxy Watch models, including the Galaxy Watch 4 series, as they reach their end-of-life dates.

  9. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung ends security updates for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3

    Samsung has ceased security updates for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3, leaving users to manage increased cybersecurity risks or upgrade to newer devices.

  10. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Samsung begins September 2026 security update for Galaxy Z Fold 8

    Samsung has started releasing the September 2026 security update for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, featuring 90 security fixes, including several critical vulnerabilities.

  11. [TECHNOLOGY] 15 sources
    Samsung ends software support for Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3, and Watch 4

    Samsung has ended software and security support for the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3, and Galaxy Watch 4 series. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 have also been moved to a quarterly update schedule.

  12. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Samsung rolls out August security updates for Galaxy devices

    Samsung is deploying the August security patch to numerous Galaxy devices, including S-series smartphones and foldables, providing critical security fixes and various software improvements.

  13. [TECHNOLOGY] 14 sources
    Samsung rolls out August security updates and One UI 9 beta

    Samsung is rolling out August 2026 security updates for multiple Galaxy series and expanding One UI 9 beta testing, based on Android 17, to the Galaxy S25 series in several global markets.

  14. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung releases August 2026 security update for Galaxy foldable phones

    Samsung is rolling out an August 2026 security update for Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip models, addressing 56 vulnerabilities to enhance device protection.

  15. [TECHNOLOGY] 12 sources
    Samsung rolls out August 2026 security patch for Galaxy devices

    Samsung is rolling out its August 2026 security update to Galaxy S26, S25, S24, and Z Fold/Flip series, fixing 56 vulnerabilities and addressing a display tint issue on the S26 Ultra.

  16. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Samsung Galaxy August security updates facing delays

    Samsung's August security updates for Galaxy devices are facing delays, likely due to the development of One UI 9 and Android 17.

  17. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    Samsung releases August 2026 security updates for Galaxy devices

    Samsung is rolling out its August 2026 security update, fixing 56 vulnerabilities across various devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and XCover 7, to protect against critical and high-risk threats.

  18. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung XCover 6 Pro to shift from monthly to quarterly security updates

    Samsung will move the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro from monthly to quarterly security updates starting August 2026, prompting enterprises to reassess hardware renewal and MDM strategies for rugged devices.

  19. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung rolls out July 2026 security patch for Tab S10 series and plans August update for Z Fold 8 Ultra

    Samsung launches a July 2026 security patch for its Tab S10 series, fixing 57 flaws, and is set to release an August update for the Z Fold 8 Ultra to enhance cooling and performance.

  20. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Samsung Galaxy faces price surge from chip shortage and critical security update rollout

    Samsung’s new foldable Galaxy Z8 models launch with higher prices amid a global DRAM/NAND shortage, while a July security patch fixes 57 vulnerabilities, including five critical bugs, across Galaxy S25‑, S26‑,

  21. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Samsung rolls out July 2026 security update fixing 57 vulnerabilities

    Samsung’s July 2026 security update will patch 57 flaws (5 critical, 42 high, 7 moderate) on Android 14‑16 Galaxy phones, starting rollout early July, urging users to install promptly.

Sources

4gnews.pt · aajtak.com · actusmartphone.fr · ad-hoc-news.de · ajudandroid.com.br · alfallujah.tv · android-mt.ouest-france.fr · androidcentral.com · androidgeek.pt · androidplanet.nl · areamobile.de · bgr.com · bild.de · blogspan.net · bm.edu · borncity.com · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · chip.de · clint.be · cnmo.com · conowego.pl · dev.to · digitaltrends.com · donanimhaber.com · droid-life.com · fashionsublime.com · fonearena.com · fonetech.cz · forbesliberia.com · futurezone.de · galaxyclub.nl · giga.de · gs4.wonderhowto.com · icreatemagazine.nl · iculture.nl · innovation-village.com · inside-digital.de · intomobile.com · ipaddisti.it · kenh14.vn · khabarindiatv.com · maalaimalar.com · meinegemeinde.vol.at · memeburn.com · mixvale.com.br · mobilebulgaria.com · navabharat.com

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