Android 8 update for samsung galaxy s8 arrives in europe

Do you have a Samsung Galaxy S8 or a Samsung Galaxy S8 +? Today we have good news for you. The day has finally come when the long-awaited update to Android 8 Oreo has landed on European territory.

After the official tests and so many beta versions, European users are already receiving the official data package. The update has already started in Germany, so if everything goes according to plan, the data package should reach other users shortly. Including those that are located in Spain and also have one of these two devices in their pocket.

Users who have tested the beta version of this update will also receive a warning, but it is clear that the package will be much smaller than that of those that still work anchored to Android 7 Nougat.

Android 8 update underway for Samsung Galaxy S8

The update to Android 8 Oreo for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 + will start rolling from the next few days, so we recommend you stay tuned. Its availability will always depend on the country or region in which you are. And logically, whether your terminal is free or not.

The package version is distributed with this code G955XXU1CRAP, but it is the one that corresponds to the Samsung Galaxy S8 +. This denomination may vary slightly depending on the model and country. In any case, it weighs 487 MB and has the February 2018 security patch integrated.

How to update Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 + to Android 8 Oreo

As usual, both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Samsung Galaxy S8 + will be updated to Android 8 Oreo via FOTA (Firmware Over The Air), that is, over the air. No need for cables. Most likely, when the update is available for your terminal, you will receive a notification indicating that it is.

If for whatever reason you do not receive it and you want to check its availability, you can do so by accessing the Settings section > General> About phone> Update software. From here you should get news. If there is nothing waiting to be installed, don't worry. It has to arrive shortly.

If the update is ready, don't forget to take a few precautions before launching it:

• Charge the device well. Make sure it is at least 50% full. You have to avoid unexpected blackouts during the installation process.
• Make a backup. Of all your most important content and settings. Keep in mind that updates are delicate processes. If an error occurs, you could lose vital information.
• Connect to a WiFi network. The download, as you can see, is quite heavy. So in order not to spend too much data and speed up the process, it is advisable to be connected to a WiFi network. It will provide you stability and security.

What's new in Android 8 Oreo for the Samsung Galaxy S8

Android 8 Oreo brings a nice bundle of news for the Samsung Galaxy S8. In addition to those present in the version, Samsung has taken the opportunity to introduce a new version of the Samsung Experience UX. The layer that adds customization and functionality to the brand's devices. And that, by the way, will also arrive with Android 8 for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.

The performance of the equipment will improve and important new features will be incorporated into the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 +, such as adaptive icons, Picture in Picture (PiP) mode, limitations for background applications (which will undoubtedly improve performance devices), new options and hierarchies for notifications or custom tones and melodies.