Samsung’s latest software push brings the July 2025 security patch to five Galaxy phones—including some of its most popular foldables and a few mid-range workhorses.
Here’s What’s Getting Updated
The July patch is now rolling out to the following models:
- Galaxy S21 FE (Firmware: G990EXXSGGYG1)
- Galaxy A36 5G (Firmware: A366BXXS4AYF9)
- Galaxy Z Flip 4 (Firmware: F721NKSS6HYFD)
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 (Firmware: F936NKSS6HYFD)
- Galaxy XCover 7 Pro (Firmware: G766BXXS2AYG1)
Right now, availability is region-specific. The Galaxy S21 FE is getting the update in Brazil, while the Galaxy A36 5G and XCover 7 Pro are seeing it in Europe. As for foldables, both the Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 updates are going live in South Korea.
This is a staged rollout, so if you don’t see the update yet, don’t panic—it might take a few hours (or days) before it reaches your phone.
Samsung July 2025 security patch: What’s Actually New?
As you’d expect from a monthly security patch, the update mostly targets under-the-hood improvements. Samsung specifically calls out updates to:
- Knox security modules
- Galaxy Watch interface stability
- Samsung Account syncing
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth performance
- Emergency SOS responsiveness
In plain terms, this means better privacy protection, tighter security for saved passwords and paired devices, and fewer hiccups across Samsung’s broader ecosystem. No major UI changes, but you may notice things feel a bit smoother.
Also worth noting—Samsung has a track record of slipping in minor bug fixes and tweaks with these security patches, even if they aren’t mentioned in the changelog.
Should You Install It?
Yes, absolutely. Even if you’re not seeing major changes, monthly security updates are essential for staying protected from the latest threats and vulnerabilities—especially if you use your device for work, banking, or storing personal data.
You can check for the update manually by going to Settings > Software Update > Download and install. If it’s available, follow the prompts. If not, give it a little time.
