Samsung has been prioritizing high-end devices when it comes to security patch updates. However, the company has now started to invest in the low-end market, as is the case with the update that will target the Galaxy A02 in many regions.
The first Galaxy A02 variant to receive the October 2022 security update is the model SM-A022M. In the case of the international version (SM-A022F), the novelty should arrive soon. The new firmware version A022MXXS3BVI1 andIt is available for the Galaxy A02 in countries such as Argentina, Paraguay, Europe, Uruguay, Peru, Chile, Panama, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Guatemala and Colombia.
Samsung has revealed the October 2022 security patch changelog, which addresses 32 issues found in Google’s Android OS and fixes 18 security flaws in Samsung’s software. It is important to note that some of the vulnerabilities mentioned are limited to certain devices or hardware configurations and therefore do not affect the Galaxy A02.
This is the case for security flaws for the Snapdragon 855+ and Snapdragon 865 chipsets, which do not make up the device, which is powered by the MediaTek MT6739W SoC. For those interested, you can access the new October 2022 update for the Galaxy A02 by tapping the notification when it arrives or opening the app. Settings on the phone by navigating to “Software Update” and tapping “Download and Install”.
And you, what do you think of Samsung’s new approach to bringing updates to low-end devices? Leave your comment!
- 6.5-inch screen with TFT LCD technology and HD+ resolution
- Drop-shaped notch
- Quad-core processor up to 1.5 GHz (unspecified)
- 2 GB and 3 GB of RAM memory
- 32GB and 64GB of internal storage (expansion via microSD)
- 5 MP front camera
- 13 MP + 2 MP rear camera (macro)
- 5,000mAh battery and 7.75W charging
- Dimensions of 164 x 75.6 x 9.1 mm
- Weight of 106 grams
The Samsung Galaxy A02 is available at Americanas for BRL 899. To see the other 71 offers click here.
