[Update: eSIM Support] November 2021 patch update rolled out for Galaxy Note 20 lineup

November 13/2021

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra in the US grabbed the latest software update via Verizon that supports eSIM. This update carries firmware number N981USQU2DUJ6 for Note 20 and N986USQU2DUJ6 for Note 20 Ultra.

What’s changing:

This software update provides the latest security patch and support for BYOD (“bring your own device”) when making the switch to Verizon from select carriers. It also includes the new Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) feature, which allows you to use two phone numbers on the same device.

BYOD

If you’re not already on Verizon’s 5G Nationwide network, Galaxy Note20 users from other North American carriers will now be able to bring their device and instantly switch to Verizon. Just insert and activate a new Verizon SIM card in your Galaxy Note20 device and it will automatically adapt to the Verizon network and experiences.

Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS)

DSDS enables you to use two phone numbers on the same or different networks with Dual SIM support. Subscribers can register 1 physical SIM and 1 eSIM on their Galaxy Note20 device. You can send and receive calls and messages on either phone number. One mobile data network can be used at a time as DDS (Designated Data Subscription). You can set the primary SIM and default phone number in Settings > Connections.

November 03/2021

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 mobile was launched on 5th August 2020. The phone comes with a 6.70-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is powered by a 2.4GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos 990 processor that features 4 cores clocked at 2.4GHz and 4 cores clocked at 1.8GHz. It comes with 8GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 runs Android 10 and is powered by a 4300mAh non-removable battery. The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 supports wireless charging, as well as proprietary fast charging.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 on the rear packs a 12-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a pixel size of 1.8-micron; a 64-megapixel camera with an f/2.0 aperture and a pixel size of 0.8-micron, and a 12-megapixel camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a pixel size of 1.4-micron. The rear camera setup has autofocus. It sports a 10-megapixel camera on the front for selfies with an f/2.2 aperture and a pixel size of 1.22-micron. The front camera also features autofocus.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 runs One UI is based on Android 10 and packs 256GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 1000000GB). The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 measures 161.60 x 75.20 x 8.30mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 192.00 grams. It was launched in Mystic Bronze, Mystic Gray, and Mystic Green colors. It features an IP68 rating for dust and water protection. It bears a glass body.

Connectivity options on the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/Yes, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, NFC, and USB Type-C. Sensors on the phone include an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, compass/ magnetometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and in-display fingerprint sensor. The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 supports face unlock.

Recently, the Galaxy S21 lineup grabbed the same firmware update and now this time the Korean tech firm sending November 2021 patch update to its Note 20 owners. We don’t have an official changelog. The new software update is currently rolling out in the UK.

Galaxy Note 20

  • N98xxXXS3DUJ6

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

  • N98xxXXS3DUJ6

Owners of the Galaxy Note 20 lineup can receive notification of this update. By chance you don’t receive an update notification then check the update manually by going to the device Settings >> Software updates >> Download and install.

Note: Before upgrading to the latest version make sure your smartphone is connected with a proper internet connection, we recommend you to download it over WIFI so that you will not face any error.

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