Samsung has left behind all the other smartphone brands in terms of updates. The company has already deployed Android 12 to its top-tier flagships. Now, it has shifted to mid-range devices. After Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A52s, the predecessor Galaxy A42 5G is now joining the update party.
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[January 17, 2022]: The Galaxy A42 5G units in Poland will now run on the latest operating system. The users can flash the version A426BXXU3CUL9 to experience the new features. Also, along with the Android 12 goodies and One UI features, it packs the current security maintenance, January 2022.
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[January 12, 2022]: Currently, the Verizon variants in the US and South Korean units of Galaxy A42 5G can flash the latest One UI 4.0 based package. Also, it will take a while for it to reach other countries and the US unlocked models. Anyway, for now, the users can identify the build through the firmware version A426USQU3BUL8.
The Android 12 One UI 4.0 will change your entire user experience with revamped UI and extensive features. Moreover, counting the privacy dashboard and camera/microphone indicators, the software will also enhance the security. In addition, Verizon mentions the addition of dynamic wallpaper, emoji creator, grammar correction, improved video collages, driving monitor, redesigned widgets, much more. On the top, it inculcates the December 2021 security patch as well.
The incremental rollout may take a while to reach out to every single unit. To avoid the wait, you can simply head to Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check for Updates. If the version is available for your device, tap on Download and Install.