Samsung phones are the first to receive a new security patch update. We were hoping for the May 2016 security patch, but the new Galaxy S26 series update fails to bring the expected build. The new release is a camera bug fix version of the April 2026 security patch.
The next update from Samsung is likely to bring the One UI 8.5 build at least for the Galaxy 25 series. Galaxy S26 series phones are already running the build, so we expect the May 2026 security patch to start rolling out when the S25 series starts receiving the One UI 8.5 update. Meanwhile, you should install the new update to resolve camera-related issues on your Galaxy S25.
New Galaxy S26 series update changelog
Apply stabilization code
Stabilization code related to terminal operation has been applied.
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According to the changelog, the new Galaxy S26 series update has applied stabilization code. “Stabilization code related to terminal operation has been applied.” That’s the only change that appeared on the changelog, although the update package is about 756MB.
Meanwhile, the update is rolling out with a firmware version S94xNKSU2AZDE. It is based on Android 16 (One UI 8.5) and is still on the April 2026 security patch. You can check for the update via Settings >Software update>Download and install. However, at the time of this report, only those in South Korea had started receiving the update.
via: Tarun Vats
