Samsung July 2025 Security Update: What’s New, Who Gets It, and Update Schedule Changes
Everything Galaxy Users Need to Know About the Latest Security Patch and Software Support
What the July 2025 Update Fixes
Samsung has released its July 2025 security update, rolling out the latest Android security patch to Galaxy devices.
- This patch enhances device security and overall system performance, ensuring a smoother, safer Galaxy experience.
- Key issues addressed:
- Vulnerabilities in Samsung Knox Security
- Bugs in the Galaxy Watch system interface
- Security improvements for Samsung Account, Wi-Fi passwords, Bluetooth, and Emergency SOS
- These fixes help guard your device against threats, bugs, and unauthorized access.
Samsung’s Updated Software Support Plan
Along with the new patch, Samsung has also updated its software support roadmap for July 2025.
- This update determines which Galaxy devices get monthly, quarterly, or biannual security updates.
- Some devices have been added, while a few older models have been removed or downgraded to a less frequent update schedule.
Key Changes:
- Monthly updates: 38 Galaxy devices
- Quarterly updates: 88 devices
- Biannual updates: 13 devices (updated twice a year)
- Devices removed from the update plan this month include Galaxy Tab S7 FE, Galaxy F52 5G, and Galaxy A22 5G—these will no longer receive regular security patches.
Devices Receiving Monthly Security Updates
Foldables:
- Galaxy Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip3 5G, Z Fold4, Z Flip4, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, W23, W23 Flip, W24, W24 Flip, W25, W25 Flip, Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
S Series:
- Galaxy S21 FE 5G, S22, S22+, S22 Ultra, S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE, S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE, S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge
A Series & Enterprise:
- Galaxy A56 5G, A53 5G, A54 5G, A55 5G
- Galaxy XCover6 Pro, XCover7, XCover7 Pro
Devices Receiving Quarterly Security Updates
S & Note Series:
- Galaxy S20 FE (all variants), S21 5G series
- Galaxy Note20, Note20 Ultra (all variants)
A, M, F Series:
- A13 to A36 (various models, including 5G variants)
- M13 to M56 (multiple models)
- F13 to F56 (multiple models)
Galaxy Tabs:
- Tab S6 Lite (2024), Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra, Tab S9/S9+/S9 Ultra, Tab S9 FE/FE+, Tab S10+/Ultra/FE/FE+, Tab A9/A9+
Enterprise:
- A52s 5G, Tab Active3, Tab Active4 Pro, Tab Active5, Tab Active5 Pro, XCover5
Devices Receiving Biannual Security Updates
- Galaxy A22
- Galaxy A03 (core & s)
- Galaxy M21 2021, M22, M32, M32 5G, M42 5G, M52 5G
- Galaxy F22, F42 5G
- Galaxy Tab A8
- W22 5G
Why Security Updates Matter
Regular updates are essential for keeping your device safe from new vulnerabilities and malware.
- They also ensure that your phone or tablet continues to perform reliably and is compatible with new apps and features.
Samsung Galaxy Devices No Longer Receiving Updates
As of July 2025, the following models have been dropped from Samsung’s support plan:
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- Galaxy F52 5G
- Galaxy A22 5G
Users of these devices should consider upgrading to ensure ongoing security and software support.
