Hey guys. I was wondering, what is the process for android firmware updates? By this I mean, when I owned an iPhone (any model) after I updated the firmware there seemed to be remnants of the old firmware version and it would cause issues through the phone, at which point I would have to go on my computer, restore to the newest firmware essentially formatting the phone and re-uploading the new firmware on the phone. After that all was fine. Is this necessary on android in order to get a new, clean version of the firmware on the phone or does the update process do this throughout the installation? I haven't had any issues yet with the newest AT&T Nougat update, but I was just thinking about this and figured I'd ask before anything did happen, if it's like my old iPhones...
BTW, I'm on AT&T Samsung Galaxy S7 with Nougat 7.0
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Hello,
I'm a total n00b when it comes to this stuff, but when I bought the new Galaxy S8+ I managed to root it using guides on this forum and it's now running an old version of the software.
Some data:
Phone: SM-G955F
Android version: 7.0
Build number: NRD90M.G955FXXU1AQDD
I know this is kind of old (1 April 2017) but it took me so long to set up root, get Magisk masking the right apps and customize the phone as I want it, that I didn't dare update the software with anything newer in case things go wrong.
Now that Samsung will soon be releasing Alpha Oreo versions, I was thinking of maybe moving the android version forward to something newer.
My question is, how easy is it? Is it just a matter of flashing the new release via Odin?
And will I lose any of my configurations? Will I lose root? Is root even possible in Oreo??
If it's not too hard of a process I might try it, just looking for some enlightenment.
Thanks!
Once the official version releases check for the ROM you're using to update as well, or flash one that's been updated. Unless you take the OTA on stock it's going to require you to full wipe though. Even then I would full wipe, you're upgrading to an entirely new version of Android. Dirty flashing not recommended at all.
I recently bought a new unlocked Samsung Galaxy S7 to use on AT&T. It is running on Android 6.0.1. There is no OTA update coming to my phone. I've downloaded Samsung Smart Switch to my PC and it states the my phone is up to date. Obviously it is not, since it is still running on Marshmallow. I figured out that the phone was originally set up for Sprint, as the model says SM-G930P on Smart Switch. The model number under About Phone states SM-G930a, and is running baseband G930aucs4apk1, csc code ATT. I have verified it is a brand new phone, never rooted. Samsung suggested I go the Best Buy to have the phone updated there. However, the closest Best Buy is 90 miles away and said they do not do the updates in store. I am resisting using Odin to do the update, as I don't have experience doing this. But at this point I'm thinking this is the only option. So far I have downloaded Odin 3.13.1 patched and Samsung drivers to my PC. Can I go directly from Android 6.0.1 to 8.0 without having to install Nougat? Which Oreo firmware do I need for my particular S7? Is it possible/easier to update my phone by installing the firmware using my phone's sd card instead of Odin? I am only wanting to update a stock version without rooting. Thanks for any insight.
What I want to do: I was trying to OTA update my phone software to the latest, but it seems I am behind on many updates. On the AT&T website, I saw that I need the previous updates installed first, in order to get the latest ones. I have to go in order.
Problem: Everytime I try to do a software update from the settings, it says “Current software is up to date.” It’s been saying that for over a year now. I can’t even get the updates from last year.
So is there a way I can flash one of the stock firmware updates from last year on to my phone with Odin and see if it will fix the ‘over the air’ updates? Or can I just skip to the most recent firmware and flash that one.
By the way, I have never done anything like this to my phone before, so I am a bit nervous, but I want to get this problem fixed so I would love if someone helped me out. I did see some articles online about flashing stock firmwares, that’s how I learned about Odin.
If this is doable, can someone please link me to a thorough tutorial on this process? If it isn’t, can you guys recommend another way of getting to the latest 8.0 stock firmware?
My phone right now:
Galaxy S8 plus (AT&T)
Model#: SM-G955U
Android version: 7.0
Baseband version: G955USQS1AQF7
Android security patch level: June 1, 2017
Kernel version: 4.4.16-11449429
Zendrop said:
What I want to do: I was trying to OTA update my phone software to the latest, but it seems I am behind on many updates. On the AT&T website, I saw that I need the previous updates installed first, in order to get the latest ones. I have to go in order.
Problem: Everytime I try to do a software update from the settings, it says “Current software is up to date.” It’s been saying that for over a year now. I can’t even get the updates from last year.
So is there a way I can flash one of the stock firmware updates from last year on to my phone with Odin and see if it will fix the ‘over the air’ updates? Or can I just skip to the most recent firmware and flash that one.
By the way, I have never done anything like this to my phone before, so I am a bit nervous, but I want to get this problem fixed so I would love if someone helped me out. I did see some articles online about flashing stock firmwares, that’s how I learned about Odin.
If this is doable, can someone please link me to a thorough tutorial on this process? If it isn’t, can you guys recommend another way of getting to the latest 8.0 stock firmware?
My phone right now:
Galaxy S8 plus (AT&T)
Model#: SM-G955U
Android version: 7.0
Baseband version: G955USQS1AQF7
Android security patch level: June 1, 2017
Kernel version: 4.4.16-11449429
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If you are using the AT&T S8+ outside of the USA, you will not get any OTA updates due to AT&T update policy. What you want to do is flash the Unlocked firmware and you will be good. Search for carrier switching thread and follow it.
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If you are using the AT&T S8+ outside of the USA, you will not get any OTA updates due to AT&T update policy. What you want to do is flash the Unlocked firmware and you will be good. Search for carrier switching thread and follow it.
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Thanks for responding!
I managed to flash an older firmware from 4 months ago and I was able to OTA update to the recent one. https://forum.xda-developers.com/at...lternative-t3844887/post77673505#post77673505
Software update for s8+
Please where can I get latest software update for Samsung galaxy s8+ model number SM-G955U
Hey all!
I have an Xperia 5 II that I bought used and didn't know the previous owner changed the Firmware on me (Taiwan -> US). I haven't updated ever since! So I decided t do my research and am going to attempt to update the firmware with Xperifirm. My question is, do I have to keep erasing my data everytime I update the firmware? or can I just update it? I am planning to keep the US firmware and just update it.
When you say update it, do you mean Android 10 to 11? If you are changing the version of OS then I would say it’s important to wipe the phone and do a factory reset. The apps that were installed when it was Android 10 don't work too well under Android 11. Usually people get all huffy about having to wipe thier phone when they upgrade, but I see you have embraced it already.
If you’re not changing versions, just simple update, then you shouldn’t need to wipe, everything should work fine, keeping your data.
If possible choose an unbranded veriosn of firmware to flash, as it generally contains less bloatware.
I have a Samsung Tab S3 tablet LDU, which identifies itself as an SM-T820. It's running Android 7.0. There is an official Android 9 Pie update for my region, but as I have a Wifi only model and no carrier I was never offered an OTA.
I'm thinking about flashing it but I don't know whether it's likely to brick my tablet, as it's an LDU.
Is there any way to test or know what the chances of success are when attempting to flash an LDU with official firmware for non-LDU models?
Before I proceed, what is the easiest way to fully backup my phone's firmware in 2022, in case flashing goes wrong?