Samsung has begun the rollout of its February 2024 security update for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 models in the United States. The update is being distributed to both carrier-locked and unlocked versions of these foldable devices. Following the update release for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3, the company is now extending these security improvements to its newer models.
February 2024 Security Patch Hits US Models of Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 carrier-locked variant is receiving the update with firmware version F731USQS2BXAD, which is now accessible through carriers such as Metro PCS and T-Mobile. Owners of the factory-unlocked Galaxy Z Flip 5 in the US will find the update arriving with firmware version F731U1UES2BXAD on Comcast and Xfinity Mobile networks. This security update addresses 72 vulnerabilities that were identified in past software variants.
Similarly, the Galaxy Z Fold 5’s carrier-locked version is undergoing an update with firmware version F946USQS2BXAD, currently available on Metro PCS and T-Mobile, with expectations that other carriers will follow suit. For the factory-unlocked model of the Galaxy Z Fold 5, the update is being provided with firmware version F946U1UES2BXAD across multiple networks, including Bluegrass Cellular, Comcast, C-Spire, Metro PCS, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Xfinity Mobile. Users may anticipate additional software features in upcoming updates, such as One UI 6.1, which is slated for release in the subsequent months, though this current update is centered around the security patch.
Due to the security-focused nature of this release, the download size for the February 2024 update is relatively minimal. To manually check for the update on your Galaxy Z Flip 5 or Galaxy Z Fold 5 in the US, navigate to the ‘Settings’ app, tap ‘Software update’, and then select ‘Download and install’. For those who prefer a hands-on approach, it is also possible to download the latest firmware from a firmware database and install it manually.
For a more immersive insight into the changes and enhancements brought by the security update and anticipated One UI features, users can watch the detailed walkthrough video provided at the end of the article.
