A few days back, Samsung released the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update for the Galaxy S21 flagships in the US. The big update is now available for the Galaxy S21 FE too. Carrier-locked units on Verizon’s network are the first to pick up the new Android version. It will soon roll out widely across the nation.
Galaxy S21 FE joins Samsung’s Android 14 party
The Galaxy S21 series started picking up Android 14 about two weeks back. However, the initial rollout only covered the three flagship models in international markets. Samsung recently brought the update to the US, but the FE model wasn’t in the group. It has finally released the big update for the Fan Edition phone, starting with the US versions.
Verizon users with a carrier-locked Galaxy S21 FE receive Android 14 and One UI 6.0 with the firmware build number G990USQU9FWK5. Other carrier variants and factory-unlocked units will soon join the party with a similar build number. As SamMobile notes, the firmware version may read G990U2SQU7FWK5 for some users.
The changelog will remain the same for everyone, though. Verizon’s official website lists all the key changes and additions with relevant screenshots. You are getting new camera features, an updated Quick Settings layout, an improved notification panel, improved system animations, new widgets, improved Bixby Call Text, more powerful photo and video editing tools, Battery and Device Care settings, and more.
On top of this, the Galaxy S21 FE is receiving the November 2023 security patch. Last month’s SMR (Security Maintenance Release) contains fixes for more than 60 vulnerabilities, including five critical issues. If you are using the phone in the US, watch out for a notification promoting you to download the big update. The new features and security enhancements should soon reach the device in global markets.
All eligible S-series Samsung phones have now received Android 14
With Android 14 now rolling out to the Galaxy S21 FE, Samsung has updated all eligible S-series models to the new Android version. The Galaxy S23 FE is still awaiting the big update in the US but it is just a matter of time. The Korean firm has also updated the latest foldables, tablets, and A-series models to One UI 6.0. Other eligible models, including the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4, should follow soon. We will let you know when the rollout begins for those. You can also manually check for updates by going to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
2023-12-05 15:04:58