The latest software update for June 2023 is now being made available to more phones in North America, specifically the factory-unlocked Galaxy A52 5G and Galaxy A42 5G. These devices, independent of any carrier restrictions, are receiving the June 2023 security patch in North America. Despite their similarities, the update rollout for each device differs.
In the case of the Galaxy A52 5G (SM-A526U1), the new security patch for June 2023 is being deployed across the United States. The update includes firmware version A526U1UES9EWE1. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A42 5G (SM-A426U1) is currently receiving the June 2023 security patch exclusively in Puerto Rico, with the firmware version A426U1UES6UEWF3. However, it is expected that the update will become available in more markets over time.
It is important to note that these updates do not introduce any additional features or enhancements to the One UI interface. They primarily focus on routine firmware improvements, specifically enhancing the security measures of the factory-unlocked, 5G-enabled Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A42.
Samsung recently disclosed that the June 2023 security patch encompasses a total of 64 fixes. Among them, 53 fixes address security vulnerabilities in Google’s software, while the remaining 11 fixes target security issues found in Samsung’s hardware and software.
Users of the Galaxy A52 and A42 in North America have several options for obtaining the June 2023 security patch. They can wait for a notification to appear on their device, which they can then tap to initiate the update process. Alternatively, they can access the “Software update” menu within the Settings app on their phones and select “Download and install” to manually trigger the update. For those who prefer manual updates via a Windows PC, official firmware files can be downloaded from our website.