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An update with improvements for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 +
- What should I do to install this update?
Do you have a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 + in your pocket? Well get ready, because an important update is coming. The data package, which has already started to roll out, brings improvements to the camera system of both phones. And it also includes some patches to strengthen the security of the computers.
It is, as you can imagine, a minor update, compared to Android 8 Oreo for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 +. However, we are facing an important data package, with which we will have the opportunity to enjoy new improvements for the camera. And shield, if possible, a little more the security of the equipment.
But these are not all the improvements that users will see aboard this update. Read on to discover all the news and get to work to install the update on your Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 +.
The new update for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 + has just started in Germany. This is very common, because normally these types of updates are deployed progressively. Which may indicate that it will soon arrive in our country.
In any case, we can advance that it has the following codes: G950FXXU1CRD7 for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and G955FXXU1CRD7 for the Samsung Galaxy S8 +. But this may vary a bit, depending on the country you are in and whether or not your device is associated with an operator.
Be that as it may, you should bear in mind that this is a fairly heavy update : 570 MB. So the moment you want to install it, you will have to make sure that you are connected to a wireless WiFi network.
In the changelog that appears in this screenshot, improvements for the camera system are revealed, but it is not very clear yet what we will notice. We have also noted that changes have been added to improve Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity.
With regard to vulnerabilities, there are also important things to say. For example, we are facing the April security patch, which corrects a total of seven critical Android vulnerabilities. In addition, Samsung has taken advantage of this data package to introduce another eight corrections, only linked to its brand devices.
What should I do to install this update?
The update will reach common users who have a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 + in their pocket. Of course, as we have indicated, the deployment will be progressive. It is completely normal that you have not received any notice yet, but if nothing happens, you will receive it shortly.
As soon as you have it, you can accept the update to install it right then and there. Or put it off for the night. In that case, the download and subsequent installation will be activated automatically between 2 and 5 in the morning. Thus, when you get up your mobile will be updated. And you won't have to waste time in the process.
Be that as it may, you should make sure of the following:
- Keep the battery of your Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 + fully charged. Or make sure it's at least half charged. It is the only way that the phone does not turn off during the installation process. Because this could lead to serious errors.
- Connect to a WiFi wireless network. This will provide stability during the download and help you save data. Keep in mind that they are more than 500 MB.
- Make a backup of your most important content. It is important that you have everything insured. Any update process involves risks, although the most normal thing is that nothing happens.
If everything works as expected, you will receive a notification alerting you to the availability of the update. But if not, don't worry. You can access the section Settings> Software update> Manual download.
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