Samsung S21 Android 14 Update

[Niyam]

Hi,

I've had an S21 since last year September it runs fine and all but I still haven't received the Android 14 update, and I'm still on One UI 5.1 

I can't seem to update from software in settings. A friend of mine with the same phone received it back in late December/January.

How can I update/fix this?

Thanks

[Alexander 6]

If you get any solution, please be kind to share on here.

[OmegaMutant]

It's why I always recommend buying from an official UK retailer like Samsung, network provider, Argos etc because it ensures you get the updates, plus you get a 24 month manufacturer's warranty too.

When purchasing off these sites, including Amazon, eBay etc. You run the risk of getting a Non-EU phone which more than likely won't get OTA updates and you'll not have a manufacturer's warranty for UK so any repair would be charged. You've said you've got retailer warranty which I guess covers you for whatever timescale they give.

Just something to think about whenever purchasing phones in the future 🙂

[OmegaMutant]

If can't get an update through SmartSwitch then they'll be no other way to get the updates.

As mentioned above could try UK service centre for Samsung to see if they can flash the software but they may charge for inspection and then charge for the flash, if it can be done. Never any guarantees tbh.

I'm assuming it's a Non-EU model?

[Niyam]

Yep will keep that in mind for next time, does retailers warranty cover this or not?
Thanks

[Niyam]

Alright I'll let you know if there's anything I find. I'll probably give it another 6-8 months to see how the phone goes

[Alexander 6]

Alright then, thanks

[Wezzyd]

You could always flash the latest firmware via odin

[Niyam]

downsides to that are?

[Wezzyd]

Nothing at all. It's just flashing official firmware from Samsung. No need to unlock bootloader or ect

[Wezzyd]

Just obviously make sure you get the right firmware for your device. Model number ect