December 3, 2016

Sprint Galaxy Note 5 Updates to version N920PVPS3BPK1, brings November security patch

Sprint has just rolled out the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920 ) monthly security updates. The update will move the device current Android Marshmallow to build version N920PVPS3BPK1 from the previous released version N920PVPS3BPJ2. This update now brings the November Android security patches. The packaged contains around 60 security patches from Google, while Samsung also provides around 14 patches for its vulnerabilities.

So once again, this update is only a security patch update and it does not bring any noticeable adverse effect to the device. It's not a Nougat update either, but might be the preparation for the said upcoming latest Android version.

OTA Update version N920PVPS3BPK1

What’s New:

November Android Device Security Updates

Build version details:

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: November 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920PVPS3BPK1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9010628
Build number: MMB29K.N920PVPS3BPK1

In addition to this, the November Android security updates contains 60 security patches provided by Google and 14 patches for Samsung vulnerabilities.

Verizon Galaxy S6 edge+ OTA Updates G928VVRU3BPJ3, brings New Android Security Patches

Verizon Galaxy S6 edge+ (SM-G928V) has just received the new OTA update that has moved its Android OS to build version G928VVRU3BPJ3. The update is similar to the previous released that brings nothing more any new features but only applies the latest Android security patches for the device. The update also includes some bug fixes to resolve known issues, and optimizes the device performance.

In addition, This update is still base in Marshmallow, and there is no reports about the release of Nougat update seen so far for the Galaxy S6, the Galaxy S6 edge, and the Galaxy S6 edge+.

What’s New:

October/November Android Security Patch Update

It is basically the Android’s security patches that our devices has been receiving in a monthly basis.

Update build version G928VVRU3BPJ3

Android version	6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level	November 1, 2016
Baseband version	G928VVRU3BPJ3
Kernel version	3.10.61
Build number	MMB29K.G928VVRU3BPJ3

Previous version:

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: September 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928VVRS3BPI1
Kernel version: 3.10.61
Build number: MMB29K.G928VVRS3BPI1

Device Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is the usual method on how to check and to perform an update on Galaxy S6 edge+ to the latest software version. This method is what we called Firmware Update Over-The-Air and so-called as FOTA or simply OTA update. In most often cases, a notification message will be directly sent out to you by your network provider and by Samsung itself, telling you that there is a new update that has now available for download. This approach requires you to prepare a strong WiFi connection, and so it might happen sometimes that one did not receive any software update notification messages;
1. If and when the device is out of range during the software update roll out period,
2. Automatic update has been turned off in the device Settings.
However, We can still manually check for the update instead.

Here’s how to do it manually:

From your Galaxy S6 edge+ Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

It will then notify you that a new update is available for download. But it also says that “Your device software is up to date“, and there is no software update is yet available for grab. You can simply choose Install now if you do so or else Install later if you want to get the update in later time.

But if ever you might have had received this message while checking software update that says something like “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.” This is a warning message that only appears for those devices that have been rooted and installed with modified and unofficial firmware. So to be able to get the Software OTA update again, you must Unroot the Galaxy S6 edge first, and or removed any modification that has been installed in it.

[Thank’s to Macey!]

December 2, 2016

Verizon Galaxy S5 Update G900VVRU2DPJ2 brings October & NovemberAndroid security patches

Verizon has pushed an OTA update on Galaxy S5 (SM-900V) to which came out as build version MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPJ2.
The latter isn't a Nougat update for the device but still in Android Marshmallow base. The update only contains and applies the new Android security patch for the month of October and November. It is quite somehow similar to the previous update build version MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPG2 that also bears the September Android security patches.

In addition, this update is now the fourth Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update we've seen on Verizon Galaxy S5 alone. This simply means that this device is still rocking around even though it's already succeeded by the Galaxy S6, and the Galaxy S7 for a quite sometime now.

What’s New:

October/November Android security patches

Optimize the device performance

Resolve known issues

Android Marshmallow update G900VVRU2DPJ2 details :

Model number: SM-G900V

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: November 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900VVRU2DPJ2

Kernel version: 3.4.0-8025411

Build number: MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPJ2

Previous Update:

Model number: SM-G900V

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: September 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900VVRU2DPG2

Kernel version: 3.4.0-8025411

Build number: MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPG2

How to Update Samsung Galaxy S5 G900V to Marshmallow via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing so you may only navigate on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900V Settings > System updates > Check for new system update.

Find “Software update”

Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.

Tap the settings icon.

Tap System update.

Tap Check for new system update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

[Thank’s to Rebecca]

November 30, 2016

T-Mobile Galaxy S6 and S6 edge updates to G920TUVU5EPK5, with November Android security patch rolling out

A new OTA update for T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920T) and the S6 edge (SM-G925T) are about to roll out this week. This update will bump up the Galaxy S6 recent Android Marshmallow OS to build version G920TUVU5EPK5, While the Galaxy S6 edge will also moved to build version G920TUVU5EPK5.

However, there are no available details we can provide for now, as T-Mo's support page hasn't refreshed at this time being. But there is one thing for sure the latter was just like the previous release version. It is not the much awaited Android Nougat yet, but it's still in Android Marshmallow base.

Updated December 7, 2016: T-Mobile has made its announcement that update said update brings the Domestic data roaming improvements, and the November Android security patch update on both Galaxy S6 and S6 edge devices.

What's New:

Domestic data roaming improvements
November Android Security Patch Update

It is basically the Android's security maintenance our devices has been receiving in a monthly basis. The T-Mobile Galaxy S6 previous update has carried the July and August security patches, so there was a gap for two months period, as October and September hadn't came out. So we consider that this update now contains the November Android security patches but also covers the other security patches that had been missed.

Galaxy S6 Update build version G920TUVU5EPK5

Android version	6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level	November 1, 2016
Baseband version	G920TUVU5EPK5
Kernel version	3.10.61-9756325
Build number	MMB29K.G920TUVU5EPK5

Galaxy S6 edge Update build version G925TUVU5EPK5

Android version	6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level	November 1, 2016
Baseband version	G925TUVU5EPK5
Kernel version	3.10.61-9756325
Build number	MMB29K.G925TUVU5EPK5

How to Update the Galaxy S6 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is the usual method on how to check and to perform an update on Galaxy S6 to the latest software version. This method is what we called Firmware Update Over-The-Air and so-called as FOTA or simply OTA update. In most often cases, a notification message will be directly sent out to you by your network provider and by Samsung itself, telling you that there is a new update that has now available for download. This approach requires you to prepare a strong WiFi connection, and so it might happen sometimes that one did not receive any software update notification messages; (1) If and when the device is out of range during the software update roll out period, (2) Automatic update has been turned off in the device Settings.
However, We can still manually check for the update instead.

Here’s how to do it manually:

From your Galaxy S6 Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

It will then notify you that a new update is available for download. But it also says that “Your device software is up to date“, and there is no software update is yet available for grab. You can simply choose Install now if you do so or else Install later if you want to get the update in later time.

But if ever you might have had received this message while checking software update that says something like “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.” This is a warning message that only appears for those devices that have been rooted and installed with modified and unofficial firmware. So to be able to get the Software OTA update again, you must Unroot the Galaxy S6 first, and or removed any modification that has been installed in it.

Update the Galaxy S6 using Smart Switch for PC

Download Smart Switch for PC

You have to choose the one that is specifically built for computer, depends on what you have either a PC or Mac. Once you installed Smart Switch, all you need to do is to connect your Samsung Galaxy S6 on your computer using the supplied USB cable.

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6.

November 29, 2016

Galaxy S6 edge+ Update brings New Gallery, Cloud, and October Android security patch package

Each and every month Google had to release the Android security patch update for the Galaxy S6 edge+ and all newer Android devices. But somehow some specific models will receive it earlier while others came out late for a month long release of the said updates.

Here, we have gathered around each specific build version to exclusively and officially released on the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ devices. Some of these were already posted some weeks ago, this is only a recap for those who might have missed the update.

Some of these updates carries some new features on a specific Galaxy S6 edge+ models. Some may receive the new feature such as the new Gallery, cloud support, and etc. But all of these update has only one thing in common, it brings the Android device security patches for the month of October. You may not see any adverse effect nor any noticeable changes once your device received the said update.

October Android device security patch updates on each Galaxy S6 edge+ models

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928A (AT&T USA)

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928AUCS3CPJ1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8961126
Build number: MMB29K. G928AUCS3CPJ1

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928P (Sprint USA)

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928PVPS3BPJ2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9010628
Build number: MMB29K.G928PVPS3BPJ2

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928W8 (Rogers, Bell, Telus - Canada)

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928W8VLU4BPJ1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9393136
Build number: MMB29K.G928W8VLU4BPJ1

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928R4 (US Cellular USA)

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928R4TYS3BPJ2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7231607
Build number: MMB29K.G928R4TYS3BPJ2

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928I (Australia, New Zealand)

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928IDVU3BPJ3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8848699
Build number: MMB29K.G928IDVU3BPJ3

Galaxy S6 edge+ SM-G928F (International)

Update version G928FXXU3BPJ3

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928FXXU3BPJ3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9407408
Build number: MMB29K.G928FXXU3BPJ3

This version is rolled out on both factory unlocked and carrier branded Galaxy S6 edge+ in the European regions.

Update version G928FXXU3BPJ6

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928FXXU3BPJ3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9407408
Build number: MMB29K.G928FXXU3BPJ6

This version has only seen released in Russian Federation.

Update version G928FXXU3BPJ7

Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G928FXXU3BPI5
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7080791
Build number: MMB29K.G928FXXS3BPJ7

This version has only seen released in Finland and the rest of the Nordic countries.

So there you have it! Just make sure your device gets updated once in every month. The next update will be the November Android security patches,

AT&T Galaxy Note 5 November Android security updates N920AUCS4CPK1

AT&T Galaxy Note 5 has gotten another monthly security update that bumps its current Android OS to build version to N920AUCS4CPK1. The update is still in Android Marshmallow base, and not the much awaited Nougat update yet. It'll just brings the November package of Android device security patches and nothing more. Who knows that this might be the preparation for the upcoming Nougat update to which were already seen around the corner, and are now still in intensive testing processes.

Here are the details of the build version itself:

Update version N920AUCS4CPK1

What’s New:

November Android Device Security Updates

Technical details:

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: November 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920AUCS4CPK1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8961126
Build number: MMB29K. N920AUCS4CPK1

In addition to this, the November Android security updates contains 60 security patches provided by Google and 14 patches for Samsung vulnerabilities.

This is just a small update that weighs at 22 MB to download via Over-The-Air. The deployment starts on November 29, 2016 and will end up later for around 2 weeks time period.

Galaxy S6 edge G925I October Android device security patch updates in Australia, Asia, and Latin America

As we have already covered Galaxy S6 SM-G920I OTA updates the October Android device security patches for the past couple days, this time we are going to tackle down the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925I as well.

Now, the Galaxy S6 edge updates were significant to the flat Galaxy S6 but it has some slight differences hence both devices differs at its screen configuration.

These updates were landed either on both unlocked and carrier branded Galaxy S6 SM-G925I in various countries. Though there many different build version but it has one thing in common, it brings the said October Android Security patch package.

So those whom looking for the updates for this month the following are the technical details of each specific updates that has been deployed via Over-The-Air OTA. This details can be viewed in the device, from Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device.

OTA Updates in Australia

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJ6Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPIA
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8829014
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ6
Country/Carrier: Australia (SIM Free version)

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJ8

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPJ8
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9101769
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ8
Country/Carrier: Australia (Vodafone)

OTA Update in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Update build version G925IDVU3EPJHAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPK2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9592162
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVU3EPJH
Countries: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJ7Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8981187
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ7
Countries: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Galaxy S6 SM-G925I Update in Singapore

Update build version G925IDVU3EPJEAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPJE
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8436188
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVU3EPJE
Country/Carrier: Singapore (SIM-Free, Singtel, M1, Starhub)

OTA Update in Latin America

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJEAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPH3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8492995
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJE
Country/Carrier: Argentina, Uruguay, Panama, Columbia, Bolivia, Chile, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, and more

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJDAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPI4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8492995
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJD
Country/Carrier: Peru, Colombia (Claro, Movistar)

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJCAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPI7
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8455042
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJC
Country/Carrier: Nicaragua, Ecuador (Claro, Comcel)

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJAAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPIF
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9249427
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ4
Country/Carrier: Brazil, Peru (Claro, Vivo)

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJ4Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPI7
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8332966
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ4
Country/Carrier: Colombia, Paraguay, Panama (Claro, Comcel)

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJ3Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVS3EPI5
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8013872
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJ3
Country/Carrier: Mexico, Peru, Chile (Movistar)

Galaxy S6 SM-G925I Update in Middle East

Update build version G925IDVS3EPJGAndroid version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPI9
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8324534
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVS3EPJG
Country: KSA

That’s all for now folks! The next updates will posses the November Android Security Patches. Who knows it might come in Android Nougat package. So until then, just make sure to keep your device updated to the latest Android OS updates.

November 28, 2016

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I October Android Device Security Patch Update Roundup [G920IDVS3EPJ6]

The October Android devices security patch update for the Galaxy S6, S6 edge, and S6 edge+ (plus) has been released in different region across the globe. As we've been tracking down each specific releases in every region across the world to this month updates. this time we are going to cover the Galaxy S6 SM-G920I specific models. So here is the rundown of all updates we've been collected for Galaxy S6 SM-G920I in Australia, including Asia, Middle East, and Latin America.

The following are the technical details of each specific updates in each countries or by region, and the carrier provider itself. This details can be viewed in the device, from Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Update in Australia

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJ6

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPIA
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8829014
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ6
Country/Carrier: Australia (SIM Free version)

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJ8

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPJ8
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9101769
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ8
Country/Carrier: Australia (Vodafone)

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Update in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Update build version G920IDVU3EPJH

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPK2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9592162
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPJH
Countries: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJ7

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8981187
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ7
Countries: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Update in Singapore

Update build version G920IDVU3EPJE

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPJE
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8436188
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPJE
Country/Carrier: Singapore (SIM-Free, Singtel, M1, Starhub)

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Update in Middle East

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJG

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPI9
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8324534
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJG
Country: KSA

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Update in Latin America

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJE

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPH3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8492995
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJE
Country/Carrier: Argentina, Uruguay, Panama, Columbia, Bolivia, Chile, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, and more

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJD

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPI4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8492995
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJD
Country/Carrier: Peru, Colombia (Claro, Movistar)

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJC

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPI7
Kernel version: 3.10.61-8455042
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJC
Country/Carrier: Nicaragua, Ecuador (Claro, Comcel)

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJA

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPIF
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9249427
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ4
Country/Carrier: Brazil, Peru (Claro, Vivo)

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJ4

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPI7
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8332966
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ4
Country/Carrier: Colombia, Paraguay, Panama (Claro, Comcel)

Update build version G920IDVS3EPJ3

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: G920IDVS3EPI5
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8013872
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPJ3
Country/Carrier: Mexico, Peru, Chile (Movistar)

These updates were landed either on both unlocked and carrier branded Galaxy S6 SM-G920I in various countries in the Latin America region. Though there many different build version but it has one thing in common, that's the said October Android Security patches.

That's all for now folks! The next updates will posses the November Android Security Patches. Who knows it might come in Android Nougat package. So until then, just make sure to keep your device updated to the latest Android OS updates.

November 25, 2016

Sprint Galaxy S5 Update G900PVPS3CPK1, Bringing November AndroidSecurity Patches

Sprint Galaxy S5 has receive an OTA update that has bumped up to build version G900PVPS3CPK1. The latter only brings the Android device security packaged, to which covers the Android security patch level to November 1, 2016. It's only a small OTA update and wasn't even announced at Sprint support page at this very moment. It was actually started rolling out on 22nd November and it's still available via OTA and Smart Switch updates.

In addition, the November Android security packaged contains 66 Google and 14 Samsung patches for Android vulnerabilities and exposures, according to Samsung Mobile Security bulletin.

Technical details of the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow – update build G900PVPS3CPK1

Model number: SM-G900P

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow OS)

Android security patch level: November 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900PVPS3CPK1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-9510242

Build number: MMB29M.G900PVPS3CPK1

Enhancements:

November Android Security Patch updates

Previous updates:

Model number: SM-G900P
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow OS)
Android security patch level: August 1, 2016
Baseband version: G900PVPU3CPJ2
Kernel version: 3.4.0-9510242
Build number: MMB29M.G900PVPU3CPJ2

The G900PVPS3CPK1 OTA update weighs at approximately 25 MB to download via Over-The-Air (OTA) and or by using Kies or Smart Switch for PC. This update is at its phased released, and it may take into several days to completely arrive on all Galaxy S5 owners. Yet, if you haven’t received the notification message, you may manually check the update from time to time until it tells you that the new update is available for grab. Simply just tap on your Galaxy S5 Settings > About device > Software update > Check for update.

Also, keep in mind that you can only get the new update if your device has not been rooted and or currently running on a modified firmware. You must unroot your device first before taking an OTA update so your device may not get into any issues.

November 22, 2016

November Android device security patch ppdates for AT&T Galaxy S6 G920AUCS5DPK1, S6 edge G925AUCS5DPK1

AT&T is now rolling out the monthly Android device Security maintenance update on Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920A) and Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925A). The update will bring the November Android security patches and bumps up AT&T's Galaxy S6 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS to version G920AUCS5DPK1. While the Galaxy S6 edge on the other hand will also move to build version G925AUCS5DPK1. Though it's just a small OTA update and brings nothing more any adverse effect for the device but still it plays with an important part for the sake of the device security. Also, noting that the Android 7.0 Nougat update is coming soon, so the device should be running in latest updates at the very least so it can surely get the Nougat update when that time comes.

Here are the details of the said updates:

Galaxy S6 SM-G920A	Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925A
Android version: 6.0.1 Security patch level (SPL): November 1, 2016 Baseband version: G920AUCS5DPK1 Kernel version: 3.10.61-9462607 Build number: MMB29K.G920AUCS5DPK1	Android version: 6.0.1 Security patch level: October 1, 2016 Baseband version: G925AUCS5DPK1 Kernel version: 3.10.61-9462607 Build number: MMB29K.G925AUCS5DPK1

Device Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is the usual method on how to check and to perform an update on Galaxy S6 edge to the latest software version. This method is what we called Firmware Update Over-The-Air and so-called as FOTA or simply OTA update. In most often cases, a notification message will be directly sent out to you by your network provider and by Samsung itself, telling you that there is a new update that has now available for download. This approach requires you to prepare a strong WiFi connection, and so it might happen sometimes that one did not receive any software update notification messages; (1) If and when the device is out of range during the software update roll out period, (2) Automatic update has been turned off in the device Settings.
However, We can still manually check for the update instead.

Here’s how to do it manually:

From your Galaxy S6 edge Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

Device Update using Smart Switch for PC

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6.

[Than’s to Josh!]

November 21, 2016

Australia Galaxy Note 5 October Android security update N920IDVU3BPJ3

We've seen an update hitting on Australia's Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920I). The said update is bundled with October Android security patches to which came out as build version N920IDVU3BPJ3, an update to previous released build N920IDVU2BPG3. The Android security update is just a small Firmware Over the Air (FOTA) update and oftentimes it does not bring any noticeable changes nor any new features. This update includes all of the security patches as well as some other minor bugfixes to the device.

What’s in the update version N920IDVU3BPJ3?

October Android Security Updates
Other global bug fixes, stability and performance improvements

Technical details :

Android version:	6.0.1
Android security patch level:	1 October 2016
Baseband version:	N920IDVU3BPJ3
Kernel version:	3.10.61-8848699 dpi@SWHD4003 #1 Wed Oct 19 2016
Build number:	MMB29M. N920IDVU3BPJ3
AP:	N920IDVU3BPJ3
CP:	N920IDVU3BPJ3
CSC:	N920IDVU3BPJ3
IMEI-SV:	06

This update is rolling out via Over-The-Air and or through Samsung Kies/ Samsung Smart Switch for PC. This is the 4th Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update landed on Australian Galaxy Note 5 users alone. The previous version was released way back in August and posses the Android security patch level of 1 August 2016, while this update bumped up to 1 October 2016. As you may notice there is a month gap between the two, as the September Android security update was missing. But considering that the October security patches has been applied, so it already covers both the month of September and October security patches.
Previous version:

Android version:	6.0.1
Android security patch level:	1 August 2016
Baseband version:	N920IDVU2BPG3
Kernel version:	3.10.61-8848699 dpi@SWHD4003 #1 Thu Jul 28 2016
Build number:	MMB29K.N920IDVU2BPG3
AP:	N920IDVU2BPG3
CP:	N920IDVU2BPG3
CSC:	N920IVAU2BPG3
IMEI-SV:	06

The Android security patches is somewhat technical but all of the details the October Android security update were described at Android Security Bulletin. (https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-11-01.html)

November 15, 2016

November Android Security Patch Update G900FXXS1CPK1 on Galaxy S5

Samsung has pushed the November Android Security patch updates for Galaxy S5 SM-G900F. The release firmware build came out as version G900FXXS1CPK1 to which update the previous version G900FXXU1CPJ6. It's currently rolling out in the UK at this time being but as well available throughout the rest of European countries soon. The update is only weighs at around 25.88 MB, so it is quite too small to expect some adverse effect or noticeable changes but rather then the said Android security patch updates.

In addition, the November Android security packaged contains 66 Google and 14 Samsung patches for Android vulnerabilities and exposures, according to Samsung Mobile Security bulletin.

What’s New:

New Android Security Patches Updates – November package.

Technical details: Update version G900FXXS1CPK1

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: November 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900FXXU1CPJ1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-9493471

Build number: MMB29M.G900FXXS1CPK1

AP: G900FXXS1CPK1

CSC: G900FOXA1CPJ6

CP: G900FXXU1CPJ1

Build date: 11/2/2016

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 to Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow?

Samsung urges us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update. I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedure to keep your phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failure may cause damaged to your device that might result to what we called “soft-bricks”. If this happened on your device, it may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 should still running in an official or factory firmware and hasn’t been rooted – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there are some certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in Kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings > About Device, tap Software Update.

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.

Touch About device.

Touch Software update.

It will automatically tell you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies / Smart Switch for PC. You may head over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS . Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is to connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to a PC using the USB data cable, then simply run and follow Kies or Smart Switch on-screen’s software update instruction.

For advanced users and for those who have a rooted Galaxy S5, you can download the stock firmware instead – Galaxy S5 Stock Firmware. Since your device has been modified it will no longer receive an over-the-air OTA. So the only way to get the marshmallow update is to fully unroot your Galaxy S5 first.

November 12, 2016

Sprint Galaxy S5 Update G900PVPU3CPJ2 October Android SecurityPatches

Sprint has rolled another OTA update on Galaxy S5 brings the Android device security packaged as for the month of October patches. However, Sprint hasn't made some announcement about it yet, but the said update is now live via Over-The-Air.

It's only a small OTA update so it will not gonna take too long to install. So better check the update if you do have Sprint galaxy S5 (SM-G900P) if you haven't receive the notification message yet.

Here are the technical details of this update, taking note that it bumps up it's current Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS to build version MMB29M.G900PVPU3CPJ2.

OTA Update version G900PVPU3CPJ2

Model number: SM-G900P

Android security patch level: August 1, 2016

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow OS)

Baseband version: G900PVPU3CPJ2

Kernel version: 3.4.0-9510242

Build number: MMB29M.G900PVPU3CPJ2

Enhancements:

October Android Security Patch

The G900PVPU3CPJ2 OTA update weighs at approximately 86 MB to download via Over-The-Air (OTA) and or by using Kies or Smart Switch for PC. This update is at its phased released, and it may take into several days to completely arrive on all Galaxy S5 owners. Yet, if you haven’t received the notification message, you may manually check the update from time to time until it tells you that the new update is available for grab. Simply just tap on your Galaxy S5 Settings > About device > Software update > Check for update.

Also, keep in mind that you can only get the new update if your device has not been rooted and or currently running on a modified firmware. You must unroot your device first before taking an OTA update so your device may not get into any issues.

November 11, 2016

November Android Security Updates for Galaxy S6 & Galaxy S6 Edge has started on international models

Hence the Android security maintenance updates is released by Samsung and Google itself in a monthly basis. This time we have seen an unexpected early roll out of the November Security patches for Galaxy S6 (SM-G920F) & Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925F) models in select countries.

This update is still base in Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS, and there's no official Android 7.0 Nougat update ever hit on the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S7 so far. The update has seen available in Russia at this time being, but might as well be push to the rest of Galaxy S6 & Galaxy S6 Edge users around the world.

Below are the details of each release build version that contains the said November Android Device Security Patches. I will just update this post if and when there new other build version that posses the same feature to the latter.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920F	Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F
Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow Android security patch level: November 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPJC Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257 Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJN	Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow Android security patch level: November 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPJC Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257 Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJN

To those who might wonder what are these Android Security Patch is all about, the November Android security package contains 66 Google and 14 Samsung patches for Android vulnerabilities, according to Samsung mobile security bulletin.

"Along with Google patches, Samsung Mobile provides 14 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items described below, in order to improve our customer’s confidence on security of Samsung Mobile devices¹.
Some of the SVE items may not be included in this package, in case these items were already included in a previous maintenance release."

November 10, 2016

Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F October Android Device Security Patch Update Roundup

While international models Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge receives an updates at the same time. As we have already covered the Galaxy S6 October Android security patch updates, this time will be rounding up all of the Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925F) October Android Security patch updates in various countries, and mobile network operators.

Even though it comes with different build version, these update were similar to each other. It does not bring any features, but only brings the said October Android Security Patches.

The following details can be viewed in the device, from Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device.

Europe’s Galaxy S6 SM-G925F Factory Unlocked version Updates :

Update build version G925FXXS4DPJ5

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPIO
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXS4DPJ5
Countries / Region: Germany

Update build version G925FXXS4DPJ2

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXS4DPIJ
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXS4DPJ2
Countries / Region: Europe

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJH

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPIL
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJH
Countries / Region: The Netherlands

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJC

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPJC
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJC
Countries / Region: Europe

Europe’s Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F Carrier branded Updates :

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJG

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPIT
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8734643
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJG
Carrier: Vodafone Europe

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJK

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPIN
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-9308498
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJK
Carrier: 3 UK

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJD

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPJD
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-9408889
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJD
Carrier: T-Mobile Europe, Cosmote

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJ8

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXS4DPHP
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJ8
Carrier: O2 UK , O2 Germany, Movistar Spain

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJ4

Middle East and Africa’s Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F Updates :

Update build version G925FXXS4DPJ4

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXS4DPI1
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-7169835
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXS4DPJ4
Countries / Region: Middle East, Africa

Update build version G925FXXS4DPJ3

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXS4DPI1
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8007686
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXS4DPJ3
Countries / Region: United Arab Emirates

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJB

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPHH
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8558601
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU4DPJB
Countries / Region: South Africa

Update build version G925FXXU4DPJA

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPGW
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJA
Countries / Region: South Africa

Southeast Asia Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F Updates :

Update build version G925FXXS4DPJL

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G925FXXU4DPIS
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8326249
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXS4DPJL
Region: SEA

Again, each update is part of the monthly security maintenance provided by Google and Samsung. The next updates will posses the November Android Security Patches and will be release anytime soon.

There you have it folks! Just let us know if you’re Galaxy S6 edge already got one of those updates.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920F October Android Device Security Patch Update Roundup

The Galaxy S6 SM-G920F has gotten its security maintenance updates in monthly basis. This time we have seen the released of the October Android device security patch update in various countries. These updates are still base in Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. Though the Android 7.0 Nougat beta program has already begun on Galaxy S7 there is no doubt that the Galaxy S6 might also follow until the final release build goes around.

Below are the technical details of each specific updates in each countries or by region, and carrier providers. This details can be viewed in the device, from Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device.

Europe's Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Factory Unlocked version Updates

Update build version G920FXXS4DPJ2

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXS4DPIJ
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS4DPJ2
Countries / Region: Europe

Update build version G920FXXS4DPJ5

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPIO
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS4DPJ5
Countries / Region: Germany

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJC

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPJC
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8826787
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJC
Countries / Region: Europe

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJH

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPIL
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJH
Countries / Region: The Netherlands

Europe's Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Carrier branded Updates

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJG

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPIT
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8734643
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJG
Carrier: Vodafone Europe

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJK

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPIN
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-9308498
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJK
Carrier: 3 UK

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJD

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPJD
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-9408889
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJD
Carrier: T-Mobile Europe, Cosmote

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJ8

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXS4DPHP
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8821257
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJ8
Carrier: O2 UK , O2 Germany, Movistar Spain

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJ4

Middle East and Africa's Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Updates

Update build version G920FXXS4DPJ4

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXS4DPI1
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-7169835
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS4DPJ4
Countries / Region: Middle East, Africa

Update build version G920FXXS4DPJ3

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXS4DPI1
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8007686
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS4DPJ3
Countries / Region: United Arab Emirates

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJB

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPHH
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8558601
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU4DPJB
Countries / Region: South Africa

Update build version G920FXXU4DPJA

Southeast Asia Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Updates

Update build version G920FXXS4DPJL

Android version: 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Android security patch level: October 1, 2016Baseband version: G920FXXU4DPIS
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-8326249
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS4DPJL
Region: SEA

Most of these update were similar to each other. Even though it comes with different build version it will only brings the said October Android Security Patches. The next updates will posses the November Android Security Patches, but then again, it is still part of the monthly security maintenance provided by Google and Samsung.

There you have it folks! Just let us know if you're Galaxy S6 already got one of those updates.

November 9, 2016

Sprint Galaxy Note5 October Android Security Patch Update N920PVPS3BPJ2

Sprint Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920P) hast yet receive the monthly Android security maintenance update. The update will bump up the device current Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS version to N920PVPS3BPJ2 from its previous version N920PVPU2BPH9. This is just a small Over-The-Air OTA update to which brings the October Android security patches. The October security packaged contains 68 Google patches and 7 Samsung patches, according to Samsung Mobile Security bulletin.

In addition, the Android 7.0 Nougat update for Galaxy Note 5 is fast approaching very soon. In fact, the Android Nougat beta program is now available for the some select Galaxy S6 and S6 edge models. There is no doubt that our precious Galaxy Note 5 will eventually get the Android Nougat update any time soon. So those owns the Sprint Galaxy Note5 must update to the latest firmware as possible.

Here are the technical details about the update:

Update version N920PVPS3BPJ2

What’s New:

Android Device Security Updates

Technical details:

Android version: 6.0.1
Security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920PVPS3BPJ2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9010628
Build number: MMB29K. N920PVPS3BPJ2

This update is rolling out via Over-The-Air and it weighs at approximately 100 MB in file size to download.

November 4, 2016

Galaxy S5 G900F Marshmallow Update G900FXXU1CPJ6, October AndroidDevice Security Patch

The Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F Snapdragon) has gotten another security patch updates. This time around it has bump up its Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow to build version G900FXXU1CPJ6. The update brings the month of October Android Security Patches to which strengthen the device security platform.

Moreover, there were also several new improvements in numerous Apps, and some changes to the looks of the Apps drawer, including the System UI. The TouchWiz also got an update to the newest version. While the rest targets the system enhancements to which make this G900FXXU1CPJ6 update version far more stable Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow so far. Nonetheless, the network signal and Wi-Fi connectivity is a lot more improved, while the device stability when running an apps, browsing contacts, reading emails, watching videos is much lot better than before.

What's New:

New Android Security Patches - October package.

The device stability is much improved.

Improvements User's Interface (UI).

Icon's changes in Apps drawer.

Touchwiz updated to version 1.1.23.

General bug-fixes and other system enhancements.

Technical details: Update version G900FXXU1CPJ6

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900FXXU1CPJ1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-9493471

Build number: MMB29M.G900FXXU1CPJ6

CSC: G900FOXA1CPJ6

AP: G900FXXU1CPJ6

CP: G900FXXU1CPJ1

Build date: 10/13/2016

This update version G900FXXU1CPJ6 is available for all Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F owners in Europe. It is seeding via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Samsung Kies or Smart Switch for PC. The OTA version weighs at approximately 155 MB in file size to download.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 to Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow?

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings > About Device, tap Software Update.

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.

Touch About device.

Touch Software update.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

November 3, 2016

Galaxy S5 SM-G900H (G900HXXS1CPJ7) October Android Security PatchUpdates Roundup

The Samsung Galaxy S5 (Exynos SM-G900H) has receive its October Android Security Patches. Those who might have already receive the update and or hasn't yet but might still wonder how's these new updates behave on your Galaxy S5. Well, just like as we said earlier, these updates are still part of Google's monthly security maintenance for Android devices.

In addition, these updates brings nothing any new features nor will upgrade your precious Galaxy S5 to Android 7.0 Naugat but it will still stay to its current Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS.

Here are the run down of each specific build version released in various region:

What's New: October Android Security Patches

Technical details: You can view the details in your Galaxy S5 via Home screen > Apps > Settings> About device.

Update version G900HXXS1CPJ7

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900HXXU1CPCA

Kernel version: 3.4.0-7760371

Build number: MMB29M.G900HXXS1CPJ7

CSC: G900HOXE1CPG2

AP: G900HXXS1CPJ7

CP: G900HXXU1CPCA

Build date: 10/14/2016

Released in Russian Federation, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan

Update version G900HXXS1CPJ6

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900HXXU1CPCA

Kernel version: 3.4.0-7760371

Build number: MMB29M.G900HXXS1CPJ6

CSC: G900HOJV1CPF1

AP: G900HXXS1CPJ6

CP: G900HXXU1CPCA

Build date: 10/14/2016

Release in Middle East

Update version G900HXXS1CPJ5

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900HXXU1CPC6

Kernel version: 3.4.0-7760371

Build number: MMB29M.G900HXXS1CPJ5

CSC: G900HOLB1CPG1

AP: G900HXXS1CPJ5

CP: G900HXXU1CPC6

Build date: 10/12/2016

Released in Southeast Asia such as Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia

Update version G900HXXS1CPJ3

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900HXXU1CPD1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-7760371

Build number: MMB29M.G900HXXS1CPJ3

CSC: G900HUWA1CPH1

AP: G900HXXS1CPJ3

CP: G900HXXU1CPD1

Build date: 10/11/2016

Released in Latin America for carrier branded Galaxy S5

Update version G900HXXU1CPJ1

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Android security patch level: October 1, 2016

Baseband version: G900HXXU1CPD1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-7760371

Build number: MMB29M.G900HXXS1CPJ1

CSC: G900HUUB1CPJ1

AP: G900HXXS1CPJ3

CP: G900HXXU1CPD1

Build date: 10/11/2016

Released in Latin America for both carrier branded and unlocked version of the Galaxy S5.

These update is available viva Over-The-Air and Samsung Kies. It only weighs at around 30 MB in file size.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow?

Samsung urges us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update. I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedure to keep your phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failure may cause damaged to your device that might result to what we called “soft-bricks”. If this happened on your device, it may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 should still running in an official or factory firmware and hasn’t been rooted nor modified – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there are some certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900H may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in Kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900H Settings >About Device > Software Update.

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.

Touch About device.

Touch Software update.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies / Smart Switch for PC. You may head over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900H and other Samsung devices running with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS . Once you installed Kies / Smart Switch, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 into your PC using the USB data cable, then simply run and follow Kies or Smart Switch on-screen’s software update instruction.

For those who have a rooted Galaxy S5, you folks might need to download the G900HXXU1CPH5 stock firmware itself, as you may no longer get the Over The air update as long as your device has been modified – Galaxy S5 SM-G900H Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Firmware. So the only way to upgrade your phone to Marshmallow is to manually install the official Android 6.0.1 Marsmallow firmware itself. This process will completely unroot and remove any modification in your Galaxy S5 phone and restores it back to its official or factory default firmware.

[Thank’s to Pia]

November 1, 2016

Telus, Bell, and Rogers Galaxy Note 5 receives Voice over LTE and October Android security patch updates to N920W8VLU4BPJ1

Canada's Samsung Galaxy Note 5 has gotten the new Android security patch update. The new OTA update has bumped up the device Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow to build version N920W8VLU4BPJ1 from previous version N920W8VLS3BPF1. Along with the update is an improvements to the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and also equipped with October Android security patches updates that addresses the Android vulnerabilities.

This update is now rolling out to Telus, Bell, Rogers, including the factory unlocked and among the rest of Canadian carrier's Samsung Galaxy Note 5.

What's New:

Improved Voice over LTE
Google Security update

Technical details:

Android version: 6.0.1
Security patch level: October 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920W8VLU4BPJ1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-9393136
Build number: MMB29K. N920W8VLU4BPJ1

This update weighs at approximately 277 MB in file size to download via Over-The-Air. It is also being held available via Samsung Smart Switch for PC. This update is released to Telus, Bell, Rogers, Koodo, Fido, Wind Videotron, Sasktel, Eastlink, Virgin-mobile, including the factory unlocked version of the Galaxy Note5 SM-N920W8.