S23 FE, S22 Series, A16, A15, Flip 3, and More Receive Stability and Security Enhancements with Android 15-Based One UI 7
A Broad Rollout Across Galaxy Devices
Samsung is actively pushing the July 2025 security update across a wide range of Galaxy smartphones and tablets in the United States. The update is currently available for carrier-locked models on Verizon, with wider availability expected in the coming days.
Devices receiving the update include:
- Galaxy S23 FE, S21 FE (both 2021 and 2022 models)
- Galaxy S22 series: S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Fold 3
- Galaxy A16, A15, A23, and Tab A9+
What’s Included in the July 2025 Update
This update, based on Android 15 and One UI 7, focuses on security, stability, and performance enhancements. Key improvements include:
- Fixes for 1 critical and 21 high-severity Android vulnerabilities (CVEs)
- 17 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items resolved
- Patches from Samsung’s Semiconductor division addressing high-level risks
Enhanced Functional Areas:
- Knox security platform
- Samsung Account and Emergency SOS system
- Galaxy Watch interface improvements
- Wi-Fi password handling and Bluetooth performance
These enhancements aim to deliver a more secure and reliable user experience across the supported Galaxy devices.
Device-Specific Firmware Versions
Here are the latest firmware versions associated with the July patch:
- Galaxy S23 FE –
S711USQS6DYG1 - Galaxy S22 Ultra –
S908USQS8FYF4 - Galaxy S22 Plus –
S906USQS8FYF4 - Galaxy S22 –
S901USQS8FYF4 - Galaxy Z Flip 3 –
F711USQSEKYFD - Galaxy Z Fold 3 –
F926USQSDKYFD - Galaxy S21 FE (2021) –
G990USQSIHYG1 - Galaxy S21 FE (2022) –
G990U2SQSGHYG1 - Galaxy A15 5G –
A156USQS7CYF1 - Galaxy A16 5G –
A166USQS3BYF4 - Galaxy A23 5G –
A236VSQS9EYG1 - Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G –
X218USQS8DYF1
How to Install the Update
If you haven’t received a notification yet, you can manually check for the update:
- Open the Settings app
- Tap Software update
- Select Download and install
- Follow the on-screen instructions if an update is available
Timely updates are essential for keeping your device safe and responsive—install it as soon as possible to enjoy the improvements.
Not All Devices Will Get One UI 8
While this update is built on One UI 7 with Android 15, not all of these devices will receive the upcoming One UI 8. Samsung is expected to release an eligibility list soon, so stay tuned to confirm if your device will be part of the next major upgrade cycle.
