Samsung Galaxy A14 5G A146WVLU6DXE1
SM-A146W 3 countries Android 14

Samsung Galaxy A14 5G A146WVLU6DXE1 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy A14 5G A146WVLU6DXE1 is an Android 14 firmware for Canada (BMC, BWA, CHR, ESK, FMC, GLW, KDO, PCM, PMB, RWC, SOL, TLS, VMC, VTR, XAC), FIZ, TBT. It is the same firmware configured per region and carrier (CSC). Find your country below, verify the file and download for free. Compared with the previous build A146WVLS6CXC3: security patch 2024-04-01 instead of 2024-03-01. A newer build for SM-A146W is available: A146WVLSHEZH3.

OS updates guaranteed until: Android 15. Security updates until: Jan 23, 2027
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Android 14
OS Version
2024-05-28
Build Date
2024-04-01
Security patch
3
Countries
17
CSC codes
6
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 6. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy A14 5G use bootloader binary H (17) (latest: A146WVLSHEZH3). If your device already runs binary H (17), this build cannot be flashed.

All regional downloads

Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.

Paste your current build number from Settings > About phone (About tablet) > Software information, or the output of *#1234#.
    MODEM/CP Version: A146WVLU6DXE1
    ModelRegionCSC VersionRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-A146W
    BMC, BWA, CHR, ESK, FMC, GLW, KDO, PCM, PMB, RWC, SOL, TLS, VMC, VTR, XAC Canada
    FIZ, TBT
    A146WOYV6DXE1 2024-05-28 5.473 GiB
    SM-A146W_2_20240505143941_kgv5kilceg_fac.zip

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    Device specifications

    • Display diagonal16.8 cm (6.6")
    • Display resolution1080 x 2408 pixels
    • RAM4 GB
    • Rear camera resolution50 MP
    • Rear camera typeTriple camera
    • Battery capacity5000 mAh
    • Weight205 g

    Specifications of SM-A146P, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

    What's new in A146WVLU6DXE1

    One UI 6.1 Upgrade
    Create epic images

    Copy and paste from one image to another
    Add a missing element to your picture. Just clip an object from an image in Gallery, then go to the image where you want to paste it and choose Paste from clipboard in the More options menu.

    Improved Gallery search
    The search screen has been redesigned to make it easier to use. Results are now categorized by type, such as people, places, albums, or stories.

    Customize your Galaxy

    New wallpaper editing features
    Decorate your wallpaper however you like. When you select an image to use as your wallpaper, you can now apply frames and effects. When your wallpaper includes a person or animal, you can apply depth effects to make the subject stand out from the background.

    Customize alarm alerts
    Use an image, video, or AR emoji to create your own custom alert screens for each alarm. You can even change the layout of where the alarm information appears on the screen.

    More stickers to personalize your calendar
    You can now add up to 2 stickers for each date on your calendar. Stickers for events are now shown next to the event name in Month view.

    Revamped Calendar settings
    Calendar settings have been reorganized to be more intuitive. You can also set background colors and images for full-screen calendar alerts.

    Customize reminder alerts
    Create the right background for each of your reminders. You can now set colors and background images for full-screen reminder alerts.

    Do more with reminder categories
    You can now choose a representative icon for each reminder category. You can also pin categories you use frequently to the top of the category list.

    Turn modes on or off from the Home screen
    Turn modes on and off more quickly than before. The new Mode widget lets you add modes directly to your Home screen.

    Reorder your modes
    You can now change the order that modes are listed on the Modes tab in Modes and Routines.

    Connect and share

    Share with more devices
    Quick Share has merged with Google's Nearby Share. In addition to Galaxy devices, you can now share with other Android devices even without an internet connection.

    Locate your devices
    The new Samsung Find app lets you see where all your Galaxy devices are on a map any time. If you lose a device, additional features are available to help you find the device and protect your data.

    Share your location with others
    With Samsung Find, you can share your location with family, friends, or anyone that you trust. Share for a limited time or all the time. You're always in control of who can see your location.

    Sync Internet tab groups with other devices
    Easily pick up where you left off during your last browsing session no matter which device you were using. Tab groups that you create on one device will appear in Samsung Internet on other Galaxy devices signed in to your Samsung account.

    Manage your health

    Enhanced exercise experience
    Compete against your past running results in Samsung Health to try to beat your previous time. You can also crop exercises after you finish to remove any unnecessary time at the beginning or end.

    More options for daily activity targets
    You now have more options for setting your daily activity targets in Samsung Health. If a step goal doesn't work for you, you can change to floors climbed or active hours instead.

    Improved cycle tracking
    When you record your physical symptoms and moods, options you've used frequently in the past will appear at the top of the screen. You can also now set custom moods if the default options don't match how you're feeling.

    Even more improvements

    More information in the Weather widget
    The weather widget will let you know when severe thunderstorms, snowfall, or other precipitation is on the forecast in your local area.

    Voice input without leaving the keyboard
    The keyboard now remains visible while using voice input so you can easily switch back to typing whenever you need to. Tap the mic button at the bottom of the screen to enter text using your voice at any time while using the keyboard.

    Open all minimized apps at once
    A new button lets you reopen all of the minimized apps at once when you have more than one pop-up window minimized.

    Google search suggestions in Finder
    When you search using Finder, you’ll also get suggested web searches from Google.

    More ways to protect your battery
    Choose from 3 different protection options to help extend your battery's lifespan. Basic protection keeps your charge between 95% and 100%. Adaptive protection pauses charging while you're asleep and finishes charging just before you wake up. You can also choose to limit the maximum charge to 80% for maximum protection.

    How to flash A146WVLU6DXE1

    • A146WVLU6DXE1 has bootloader binary 6. Your device must run binary 6 or lower: it is the 5th character from the end of your current build number.
    • CSC: Use CSC for a clean install, to change the region (CSC code), to downgrade or to repair a device that does not boot.
    • HOME_CSC: Use HOME_CSC to update the same model and region while keeping your data. Back up anyway: a failed update can still require a reset.
    • The Download Mode key combo depends on the model: see all combos.
    Full flashing guide
    Beware: Manually flashing firmwares may brick your device. Use it at your own risk and follow our tutorial steps.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A146WVLU6DXE1 is Android 14 firmware for Samsung Galaxy A14 5G, released for Canada (BMC, BWA, CHR, ESK, FMC, GLW, KDO, PCM, PMB, RWC, SOL, TLS, VMC, VTR, XAC), FIZ, TBT. It includes the 2024-04-01 security patch. Samsung built it on 2024-05-28.

    No. A newer build for SM-A146W is available: A146WVLSHEZH3. Install it instead of A146WVLU6DXE1 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was A146WVLS6CXC3.

    Download the package for your region (CSC) and unzip it. In Odin, load each file into the slot with the same name: BL, AP, CP (if the package has one) and CSC, or HOME_CSC to keep your data. Odin checks the built-in checksum of every .tar.md5 file before flashing. The download is 5.473 GiB; keep about twice that free on the computer to unzip it. The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G must be on bootloader binary 6 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 6. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy A14 5G running binary 6 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 1 other build of this model uses the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy A14 5G

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    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

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    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    One UI 7.0 Upgrade (Android 15)
    Bold new look

    Visual enhancements
    Enjoy a more sophisticated and unique look. One UI 7 introduces a stunning redesign to key components including buttons, menus, notifications and control bars, providing a more consistent visual experience with curves and circles. Beautiful new colors, soft animations, and an innovative blur effect that's unique to One UI make information hierarchy clearer and help you focus on important information.

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    • Security

    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • The security of your device has been improved.

    • The security of your device has been improved.

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    One UI 6.1 Upgrade
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    Copy and paste from one image to another
    Add a missing element to your picture. Just clip an object from an image in Gallery, then go to the image where you want to paste it and choose Paste from clipboard in the More options menu.

    Improved Gallery search
    The search screen has been redesigned to make it easier to use. Results are now categorized by type, such as people, places, albums, or stories.

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    One UI 6.0 Upgrade
    Quick panel

    New button layout
    The quick panel has a new layout that makes it easier to access the features you use most. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth now have their own dedicated buttons at the top of the screen, while visual features, like Dark mode and Eye comfort shield have been moved to the bottom. Other quick settings buttons appear in a customizable area in the middle.

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    One UI 5.1 Update

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    Camera and Gallery

    Quickly change the color tone for selfies
    It's easier to change the color tone of your selfies using the Effects button at the top of the screen.

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