• More than four years after launch, the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra continue to get software updates.
• The Note 20 lineup received its final One UI update back in 2023 and has only been getting security updates since then, and a new one is now available for download.
April 2025 Security Patch Rollout
• This update brings the April 2025 security patch to the Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra and started rolling out late last month in several regions.
• It's available across Europe, and over in Asia, it's rolling out in India.
• Since these are old phones, it may take a few weeks for the update to reach all users around the world.
Update Identification
• identify the April 2025 security update for the Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra by a build number ending in HYD1 or HYD3 depending on where you reside / purchased your phone
Future Updates
• The Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra are on a quarterly security update schedule, so they may get just one more update before Samsung ends support.
End of Support for Samsung Notes
• The two Notes are eligible for five years of updates, and they will reach the end of the support cycle in August this year.
Upgrade Recommendation: Galaxy S25 Ultra
• This is a good time to upgrade to a newer device if you wish to enjoy the latest software features and continue getting updates.
• The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a great option if you want to leave your Note 20 behind, even though it strips the S Pen from its Bluetooth functionality.
