These Android smartphones received a (security) update – week 48

Many security updates and even an Android 11 update here and there. You can check in this article which devices have new software available.

The Android security update overview from week 48 – 2020

Daily likes Android Planet you are aware of smartphones that are getting an update. This usually concerns devices that receive a version update, for example when they are updated to Android 9.0 (Pie), Android 10 or later Android 11.

For this we have created the Android 9.0 update overview, Android 10 update overview and Android 11 update overview. In these articles you can see if and when your device will be updated. Also view our major security update overview. You immediately check until your device receives at least security patches.

But, let’s not forget Android security updates. These do not add any new functions, but they do keep things like adware and malware at bay. Manufacturers roll out these updates throughout the year, after which we collect them in this weekly overview. Is your smartphone in the list below, but have you not yet received the update? No worries. It can take a few days to weeks for all instances of a model to be updated.

Nokia

Several Nokia devices have been updated to the most recent security patch.

OnePlus

The OTA rollout of Android 11 for the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro has also started in the Netherlands.

• OnePlus 8 – Android 11 and November 2020 security update
• OnePlus 8 Pro – Android 11 and security update November 2020

Samsung

Several smartphones have been updated to the new One UI 2.5 and immediately received an update for security.

Check your smartphone

Is your device not listed? Which can. Manufacturers release updates throughout the year, so maybe your device will be there next time. And even if your smartphone is on the list, you may still have to be patient. It usually takes a few days to a week for an Android security update to be rolled out to all devices.

Keep an eye on Android Planet for the following overview. For example, download the free app for your smartphone. Speaking of this series: we make this overview together with you, the reader. Can’t see your device in the overview, but have you received an update? Let us know in the comments, and we’ll add it.

Wim, thanks for passing on the updates!