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A new update arrives on unlocked US Galaxy S21 models, but the latest security patch is missing
A new update is rolling out to unlocked Samsung Galaxy S21 series devices, but it doesn't contain the December security patch.
Last month, Samsung rolled out its Android 13 update for Galaxy S21 series handsets. The One UI 5 update featured stackable widgets, a deeper use of Material You throughout the OS, revamped privacy and security settings, and a whole lot more. Unfortunately, one thing that it didn't include at the time was the latest security update. For some reason, Samsung wasn't able to get the security update included with its One UI 5 update. Now, a month later, Samsung is releasing a new update to Galaxy S21 owners in the US, and while many thought the update would include the December 2022 security update, it's nowhere to found.
Samsung will sell replacement parts for Galaxy phones and tablets
Samsung is partnering with iFixit to create repair guides and sell replacement parts for some Galaxy phones and tablets.
Tech companies love to tout how their products are more friendly to the environment, but it often amounts to little more than marketing. For example, while Apple uses smaller boxes and more recycled materials in its newer products, the company has also fought against right-to-repair legislation that could extend the life of older iPhones and Mac computers and keep them out of landfills. Samsung is now taking another small step towards sustainability, with the promise to sell replacement parts for repair to anyone.