Australia Galaxy S6 Edge Update Build G925IDVU2DOI2, Features Apps Edge

Australian users of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 4G (SM-G925I) gets  an update to build G925IDVU2DOI2, to which the latter now includes an Apps Edge feature.  The Apps Edge feature was also added to the Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925F) in the recently rolled out update build G925FXXU2COH2. This feature is basically let users to quickly launch frequently used apps from the edge screen. The Apps Edge is the newly designed feature to which adopted from the Galaxy S6+ (plus), to which you'll also notice the rounded square application icon.

However, the update is only held available for the unbranded Galaxy S6 edge variant so far.  While those who owned the carrier branded S6 Edge variants such as Telstra, Optus and Vodafone might also follow soon. Noting that this update will replace the previously released firmware build G925IDVU2COGA. So better check the update via Over-The-Air (OTA) or by firing up that PC Smart Switch  in your computer.

Technical details of the Update Build G925IDVU2DOI2:

Android version: 5.1.1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5737107
Baseband version: G925IDVU2DOI2
Build number: LMY47X.G925IDVU2DOI2
AP: G925IDVU2DOI2
CP: G925IDVU2DOI2
CSC: G925IXSA2DOI2
IMEI-SV: 03

Noticeable Features/Enhancements:

• Apps Edge
• UI updates (icon changes)
• Live Broadcasting via Youtube
• Camera improvements
• Finger print reader
• Samsung gear apps
• Google apps (Word, Excel, etc)
• Device stability improvements
• Bug fixes
• Improvements in performance

How to Update the Galaxy S6  Edge 4G (SM-G925I) to build G925IDVU2DOI2

• Ensure to recharge your phone first.
• Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
• Your Galaxy S6 edge must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Updating the Galaxy S6 Edge 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 Download and 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 removed any modification that has been installed on it.

Update the Galaxy S6 Edge 4G using  a Computer via 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 Edge on your  computer using the supplied USB  cable.

1. Open Smart Switch in your computer.
2. Connect the Galaxy S6 Edge  into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
3. 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 Edge.

Once the update is made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen  simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device.

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AT&T Galaxy Note 5 OTA Update to Build N920AUCU1AOH5, Bringing Device Security Improvements

AT&t has started pushing an update on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N910A) to which bumping the build to N920AUCU1AOH5. The latter is the first OTA update to which still base in Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS. The N920AUCU1AOH5 update was built to mainly brings the "Device Security Improvements," according to AT&T's addressed changelog details. Furthermore, the initial changelog did not mentioned any further details but it might also have some other few enhancements and new improvements along with it.

Here is the summarization of the N920AUCU1AOH5 update:

• Android version: 5.1.1
• Baseband version: N920AUCU1AOH5
• Kernel version: 3.10.61-5554916
• Build number: LMY47X.N920AUCU1AOH5
• Update includes "Device security improvements"
• File size: 84MB

The update file size is pretty small and just weighs at 84 MB, and it's rolling out via Over-The-Air OTA update only. So better check the update if you haven't  received any software update notification yet from AT&T.  The N920AUCU1AOH5 is an update to the initial release build N920AUCU1AOGG, the factory-shipped firmware.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Source: AT&T Note 5 support page [doc]

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Update build G925FXXU2POHC Release on Vodafone UK Galaxy S6 Edge

Vodafone UK will be having  another 5.1.1 OTA update roll out on Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920F) and S6 Edge (SM-G925F). The update will bump up the firmware build to G920FXXU2POHC on Galaxy S6, while on the other hand the Galaxy S6 Edge will going to have the build G925FXXU2POHC to which the latter also got the new baseband version to G925FXXU2POGR.

The update hasn't reported yet to when it could be released via Over-The- Air, but it is now can be seen and had been around at Samsung's Smart Switch server. Vodafone UK might still hold the firmware back to check some features and its compatibility with its network.

While taking a quick closer look at the build details itself.  We have noticed that it doesn't  have the new Apps Edge feature which has been adopted from Galaxy S6 Edge+ design.  Noting that the rest of the Vodafone Galaxy S6 Edge in Europe has recently received an update to build G925FXXU2QOH8, to which included some of the said feature.

So for those who might wan to manually check the update right now make sure to hit your PC Smart Switch for a while or keep on checking via Over-The-Air OTA. The up[date build G925FXXU2POHC will replace the previously released build G925FXXU2POGJ way back in July.

Here are the technicals details of the updates:
Model number: SM-G925F
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: G925FXXU2POGR
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5576864
Build number: LMY47X.G925FXXU2POHC

And the other update on Galaxy S6;
Model number: SM-G920F
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: G920FXXU2POGR
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5630845
Build number: LMY47X.G920FXXU2POHC

Both updates are available via PC Smart Switch bit might also available via Over The Air (OTA) soon. The release is in stages and might take several days before the update arrives on some countries.

Update using via Over The Air (OTA)

Just ensure to recharge the battery for at least 50%. Also, backup your data using Smart Switch. Just in case somehow might go wrong during the updating process your files were already in a safe place.

Here’s how to do it manually: 

• From the 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 Download and Install now if you do so or else Install later if you want to get the update in later time.

Update via Computer using Smart Switch

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  / S6 Edge on your  computer using the supplied USB  cable.

1. Run Smart Switch in your computer.

2. Connect the Galaxy S6 Edge  into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.

3. 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 and or S6 Edge.

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T-Mobile Galaxy S6 G920TUVU2DOH6 Update, Adds up the T-Mobile Video Calling Support

T-Mobile is also sending out a new update on Galaxy S6 (SM-N920T) to build G920TUVU2DOH6 a very similar update that has just recently brought out on the Samsung  Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925T). According to T-Mobile, the update now includes the  T-Mobile Video Calling support that will work right out-of-the-box from the smartphone’s dialer without anything to download and register any additional apps. Once the Galaxy S6 receives the update, a green camera icon will appear next to contacts to which easily allows users to place and receive video calls by just pressing a button.

Technical details of the update build G920TUVU2DOH6:

Device name: Galaxy S6
Model number: SM-G920T
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: G920TUVU2DOH6
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-5551112
Build Number: LMY47X.G920TUVU2DOH6
File size:
From G925TUVU2COF8 to G925TUVU2DOH6 = 406.65 MB (Data network or Wi-Fi)

New features

• T-Mobile Video Calling
• Advanced Messaging
• Google Wallet
• Dropbox
• Work Profile/Device Owner

You can make T-Mobile Video Calls to and from capable devices on any available LTE connection − using data straight from your high-speed data bucket − as well as over Wi-Fi. Like HD Voice calls, T-Mobile Video Calling moves seamlessly between LTE and Wi-Fi. And, if you move off LTE or Wi-Fi to a slower connection, your video call seamlessly switches over to a voice call. If you move back to LTE or Wi-Fi, switch it back to video with a single tap.

How to Update the T-Mobile Galaxy S6 (SM-G920T) via Over The Air (OTA)  Update

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy S6 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid data charges.
To get the G920TUVU2DOH6 update that enable the T-Mobile Video Calling, you must recharge your phone's battery first to at least 50% before performing the software update. Also, make sure that your Galaxy S6 hasn’t been rooted nor running on any modified firmware or else your device might get into trouble and may not work perfectly.

1. From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
2. Tap the Settings (gear icon).
3. Tap About device.
4. Tap Software update.
5. Tap Check for updates.
6. Tap the Install button, then OK.

Video Calling settings on T-Mobile  Galaxy S6

Place a call

1. Navigate to the Contact you want to Video call.
2. If they are available, a green Camera icon will be next to their number. Tap this icon to begin the Video call.

Switch to Video call

1. From your Dialer, place an audio call to a contact by pressing the phone icon.
2. In the Dialer, tap the VIDEO CALL option at the top of the screen to switch to a Video call.
3. Once the Video call has connected you can choose from the following options:
   
   • Switch camera
   • Mute
   • Show me
   • Hide me
   • Decline
   • End call
4. If you switch back to an audio call, you will not be able to switch back to a Video call. You will have to hang up and dial again to start a video call.

Turn T-Mobile Video Calling on/off

To turn T-Mobile Video Calling on or off, follow these steps:
Turn ON/OFF VoLTE Data network

1. From any Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap the MORE icon.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Tap Voice over LTE settings.
5. Select one of the following:
   
   • Turn on: Use VoLTE when available
   • Turn off: Do not use VoLTE

Turn ON/OFF Wi-Fi Calling

1. From any Home screen, tap the Apps icon.
2. Tap Settings.
3. Scroll to 'Connections,' then tap More connection settings.
4. Tap Wi-Fi Calling.
5. Slide the Wi-Fi Switch right to the ON position.
6. Select the Wi-Fi preferred or Never use Cellular Network to turn on Wi-Fi calling.

For further detailed information about the update just head over at T-Mobile support, and T-Mobile newsrooom. That's it!

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T-Mobile Galaxy S6 Edge G925TUVU2DOH6 Update, Brings Video Calling Support

T-Mobile Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-N925T) is getting another update to build G925TUVU2DOH6 which still base in Android 5.1.1. The update will now enable the T-Mobile Video Calling support which already been have on Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 update last week, according to T-Mobile. The T-Mobile Video Calling works right out-of-the-box from the smartphone’s dialer without anything to download and register any additional apps. Once the Galaxy S6 Edge receives the update, a green camera icon will appear next to contacts to which easily allows users to place and receive video calls by just pressing a button.

Technical details of the update build G925TUVU2DOH6:

Device name: Galaxy S6 Edge
Model number: SM-G925T
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: G925TUVU2DOH6
Kernel Version: 3.10.61-5551112
Build Number: LMY47X.G925TUVU2DOH6
File size:
From G925TUVU2COF6 to G925TUVU2COF8 = 102.97 MB (Data network or Wi-Fi)
From G925TUVU2COF8 to G925TUVU2DOH6 = 413.15 MB (Data network or Wi-Fi)

New features

• T-Mobile Video Calling
• Advanced Messaging
• Google Wallet
• Dropbox
• Work Profile/Device Owner

Improvements

• People Edge will not add Exchange contacts fix

You can make T-Mobile Video Calls to and from capable devices on any available LTE connection − using data straight from your high-speed data bucket − as well as over Wi-Fi. Like HD Voice calls, T-Mobile Video Calling moves seamlessly between LTE and Wi-Fi. And, if you move off LTE or Wi-Fi to a slower connection, your video call seamlessly switches over to a voice call. If you move back to LTE or Wi-Fi, switch it back to video with a single tap.

How to Update the T-Mobile Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925T) via Over The Air (OTA)  Update

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy S6 Edge  to a Wi-Fi network to avoid data charges.
To get the G925TUVU2DOH6 update that enable the T-Mobile Video Calling, you must recharge your phone's battery first to at least 50% before performing the software update. Also, make sure that your Galaxy S6 Edge hasn’t been rooted nor running on any modified firmware or else your device might get into trouble and may not work perfectly.

1. From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
2. Tap the Settings (gear icon).
3. Tap About device.
4. Tap Software update.
5. Tap Check for updates.
6. Tap the Install button, then OK.

Video Calling settings on T-Mobile  Galaxy S6 Edge

Place a call

1. Navigate to the Contact you want to Video call.
2. If they are available, a green Camera icon will be next to their number. Tap this icon to begin the Video call.

Switch to Video call

1. From your Dialer, place an audio call to a contact by pressing the phone icon.
2. In the Dialer, tap the VIDEO CALL option at the top of the screen to switch to a Video call.
3. Once the Video call has connected you can choose from the following options:
   
   • Switch camera
   • Mute
   • Show me
   • Hide me
   • Decline
   • End call
4. If you switch back to an audio call, you will not be able to switch back to a Video call. You will have to hang up and dial again to start a video call.

Turn T-Mobile Video Calling on/off

To turn T-Mobile Video Calling on or off, follow these steps:
Turn ON/OFF VoLTE Data network

1. From any Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap the MORE icon.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Tap Voice over LTE settings.
5. Select one of the following:
   
   • Turn on: Use VoLTE when available
   • Turn off: Do not use VoLTE

Turn ON/OFF Wi-Fi Calling

1. From any Home screen, tap the Apps icon.
2. Tap Settings.
3. Scroll to 'Connections,' then tap More connection settings.
4. Tap Wi-Fi Calling.
5. Slide the Wi-Fi Switch right to the ON position.
6. Select the Wi-Fi preferred or Never use Cellular Network to turn on Wi-Fi calling.

For further detailed information about the update just head over at T-Mobile support, and T-Mobile newsrooom. That's it!

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T-Mobile Galaxy Note5 OTA N920TUVU1BOH6 Video Calling UI Updates

T-Mobile has just released an update on Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920T) that will bump the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop's baseband version to N920TUVU1BOH6. Surprisingly, the update mainly includes the Video Calling UI updates,"  according to T-Mobile. Noting that the Video Calling support has been already added to the previously released build N920TUVU1BOH4, so this N920TUVU1BOH6 update will bringing in some few tweaks  to the said feature.  Much better check the update right now, and see how's the updated Video Calling UI may look like.

The update is now available via Over-The-Air (OTA), and weighs in at 67.4MB file size. If you’ve got a Galaxy Note 5 and you haven’t yet gotten your update, you can check for it manually by heading into Settings > About device > Software update.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.


4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update Build G900FXXU1BOI3 in UK Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F), Brings Fixes to Stagefright bug

United Kingdom's  Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F) owners were getting a new update to build G900FXXU1BOI3. The update which eventually brings fixes to Stagefright vulnerability as it includes the new security patch against the said Stagefright bug. This particular update has only sent out on unlocked Galaxy S5 in the UK alone and no any other European countries received the said update so far.

In addition, aside from the Stagefright patch there are also some new features which totally taken from its successor; the new Galaxy S6. The update also brings the Smart Manager to which now allows users to  monitor the status of battery life, RAM and internal memory usage.  It has also added some several improvements and enhancements that only targets the inner part of the Android OS.  So once your Galaxy S5 took the update you'll notice some significant changes when it comes to the device performance, including speed, fluidity and how snappier the Galaxy S5 performs if we compared it to the previously released build G900FXXU1BOH4.

What are the Technical details of G900FXXU1BOI3 5.0 Update?

Here’s what the technical details of G900FXXU1BOI3 update to which can be viewed inSettings > About device, after performing the software update.
Device: Samsung Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900F
Android version: 5.0
Baseband version: G900FXXU1BOI3
Kernel version: 3.4.0-5508620 dpi@SWDD6914 #1
Build number: LRX21T.G900FXXU1BOI3

Other info:
AP / PHONE: G900FXXU1BOI3
CSC: G900FOXA1BOI3
CP / MODEM: G900FXXU1BOI3
Build date: September 04, 2015
Release date: September 10, 2015

Again this update is only held available in UK at this time being. Other countries might also get the said update soon, it might arrive in  different build version but has the same aspects of the overall changes detailed above.

Those who have not received the update yet, you folks might better manually check it via Over-the-air (OTA) update or using Kies. Below are the guides that show you the basic  instructions on how to perform a software update on your Samsung Galaxy S5.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to Official Android 5.0 Lollipop?

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 happen 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 the official Lollipop released build version 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.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap 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. The G900FXXU1BOH4 Android 5.0 update is around 300+ MB in file size while updating via OTA.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies?

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. 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 5.0 Lollipop 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 on-screen’s software update instruction.

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Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A SM-N920G Initial Android 5.1.1 Released Firmware build N920GUBU1AOH6

If you've got a Samsung Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A with model number SM-N920G, and might want to know what's the initial firmware build this device running at during its launch. The Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G is the ones sold in Latin America and some select countries in Asia. As you may know, that all Galaxy Note 5 variants across the globe are all powered with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS, and particularly the Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A SM-N920G was being launch under the initially released firmware build N920GUBU1AOH6.

So those who are new about Galaxy Note 5 and this so called Android version and software updates and might wonder how to you can check this information. This can be simply be done by navigating to your device settings.

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5 SM-N920G,  just simply touch in Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

Specifications of N920GUVU1AOH6 Android 5.1.1

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920G
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920GUBU1AOH6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5692246
Build number: LMY47X.N920GUBU1AOH6

If it happens that your Galaxy Note 5 still running on the same Android OS build above, it simply means that your device hasn't been updated yet. You must keep your phone up to date on any latest software updates, so you'll enjoy and get the best of your device. Below is the step by step guide on how manually check and perform an update on your Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920G) to an updated version of Android OS

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.


2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.


3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.


4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.


5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.


6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.


4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update N920IDVU1AOH6 on Galaxy Note 5 (4G+) SM-N920I, a Battery Life and Fast wireless charging improvements

An update to build N920IDVU1AOH6 on the Samsung  Galaxy Note 5 4G+ SM-N920I is rolling out in Singapore.  According to Samsung, the N920IDVU1AOH6 update will be bringing some improvements to battery life performance and stability improvements to wireless charging. Adding to that, there are also some various bug fixes and few enhancements to features that will improve the device performance. The N920IDVU1AOH6 is now the first official Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update released in Singapore's Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (4G+), but the latter is the 4th built build if we also include Australia and New Zealand's Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I updates.

Update Details of N920IDVU1AOH6

Version: N920IDVU1AOH6/N920IOLC1AOH2/
N920IDVU1AOH3
Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920I
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH6

Features / Enhancements:

• Battery usage optimization.
• The stability of Wireless charging has been improved.
• Bug fixes and further improvements to performance.

Previous updates of the Galaxy Note 5 (4G+) SM-N920I before the N920IDVU1AOH6 released

Update details	Date
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 Details of N920IDVU1AOH4 update	August 13, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH2 Details of N920IDVU1AOH2 update	August 11, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOGJ Kernel version: 3.10.61-5413190 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOGJ Initial release in Australia's Galaxy Note 5. Details of N920IDVU1AOGJ	July 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOGG Kernel version: 3.10.61-5413190 Build number: LMY47X.N920IXXU1AOGE Initial release in New Zealand Galaxy Note 5. Details of N920IDVU1AOGE	July 2015

How to update Galaxy Note 5 4G+ (SM-N920I) to Android 5.1.1 OS build N920IDVU1AOH6

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update N920CXXU1AOH6 on Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C, Bringing Various Bugfixes and Improvements

Another update has landed on the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) variant. The update now comes in build N920CXXU1AOH6 to which mainly bring various bug fixes and improvements to boost the device performance. The update is believed to improve the device battery life and the wireless charging.
The updated build N920CXXU1AOH6 has been gradually rolled out and are now available in the Middle East and African countries. Also, the N920CXXU1AOH6 is now the 4th Android 5.1.1 Lollipop to which has been officially released particularly on the Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C models.

Update build N920CXXU1AOH6 Specifications

Version: N920CXXU1AOH6/N920COJV1AOH7/
N920CXXU1AOH2

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5, just simply touch on Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

• Device name: Galaxy Note 5
• Model number: SM-N920C
• Android version: 5.1.1
• Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2
• Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468
• Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH6
• Date: August 20, 2015

Previous Updates

Update Technical Details	Date
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH4 Details about the N920CXXU1AOH4 update	August 18, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH2 Details of the N920CXXU1AOH2 update	August 08, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOGE Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOGE Details of  the N920CXXU1AOGE update	July 2015

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C variant to which particularly from Arab countries and somewhere in Southeast Asia, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH6either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) to software build N920CXXU1AOH6

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update Build N9208XXU1AOH4 on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208, Battery Life and Wireless charging improvements

The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208  is yet again receives a new Android 5.1.1 software update that will bump up the build number to N9208XXU1AOH4. The said update mainly brings the battery usage optimisation for better battery life performance and the wireless charging improvements. The update has been gradually rolling out particularly to those who owns the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208 in South-east Asian countries.

Technical details of the firmware build N9208XXU1AOH4

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings >  then touch About device under the System tab. Lastly, touch  the Software Info to view the currently installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N9208
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N9208XXU1AOH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 dpi@SWHE2611 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N9208XXU1AOH4
Build date: 20 August 2015
AP: N9208XXU1AOH4
CSC: N9208OLB1AOH4
CP: N9208XXU1AOH4

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208 to the latest build of Android OS

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

Check the remaining  power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.

Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.

Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.

Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.

Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off  and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if  you’re performing an update using a computer.

Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
“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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.


• Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.

If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5  using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download a copy of Samsung Smart Switch and then simply install it in your computer.
   Smart Switch for your PC
   Smart Switch for your Mac


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device.


4. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device. All you need is to simply click the update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

That’s all! Hope you have just updated your Galaxy Note 5 to the latest firmware version.

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Update Build N920IDVU1AOH4 on Telstra Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I in Australia

Another update has on Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I in Australia. This time around the update to which dubbed as build N920IDVU1AOH4 is sent out on Telstra's Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I devices.  So whatever the update might be, it basically has the same benefits such as device stability improvements, bug fixes, and more improvements to the device performance. Following are the technicals of the update build N920IDVU1AOH4.

Technical details of N920IDVU1AOH4

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920I
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4

Noticeably, the build number is LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 but the baseband version, as well as the kernel version, is similar to the ones found on the Unlocked and Vodafone's Galaxy Note5 update to build LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH2. So let assumes that there are no any major changes to take effect once your Galaxy Note5 receive the said the update.

Take note the build version is LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 It may have much a higher and much latest to the ones released on Vodafone's Galaxy Note5 to which the latter has also dubbed as build N920IDVU1AOH2.

In addition, the N920IDVU1AOH4 is the first update on Telstra's Galaxy Note5 to which technically replace the initial release firmware build N920IDVU1AOGJ.

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH4 either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920I) to Android OS build N920IDVU1AOH4

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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T-Mobile Galaxy Note5 Update N920TUVU1BOH4 Brings Video Calling Support

T-Mobile has sent out the first OTA update on Samsung Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920T) to which will bump up the firmware build to N920TUVU1BOH4. The N920TUVU1BOH4 update itself contains the T-Mobile Video Calling support to which users may now notice a small camera icons appear next to contacts to make and receive video calls across LTE wireless networks.

Along with the update were some few improvements to features that haven't mentioned in the given changelog. Noting that there is some sort of RAM management problem surrounding the Galaxy Note5 so hope that this update also includes some fixes in it.

The update itself is now available via Over-The-Air (OTA). Again this update will replace the baseband version to N920TUVU1BOH4 from the previous and the initial release build N920TUVU1BOGE.

The following is the technical details of the update build N920TUVU1BOH4 once your Galaxy Note 5 received the said update.

Technical details of the firmware build N920TUVU1BOH4

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920T
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920TUVU1BOH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5556672 dpi@SWHE2611 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920TUVU1BOH4
Build date: August 11, 2015
Release date: September 03, 2015
AP: N920TUVU1BOH4
CSC: N920TTMB1BOH4
CP: N920TUVU1BOH4

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings > then touch About device to which where you can view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920T) to the latest build version

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

source: T-Mobile [1], [2]

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Update Build N920CXXU1AOH4 on Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C), Second Android 5.1.1 Release

Another OTA update has arrived on the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) variant. The update has bumped up the build number to N920CXXU1AOH4 from the previously released build N920CXXU1AOH2. The said update includes stability, device improvements, and enhancements to features. We have no idea to the overall changes it brings, but there is some sort of battery usage optimization and the stability of the wireless charging improvements added in it, according to the initial changelog details.

The N920CXXU1AOH4 update is now the second Android 5.1.1 ever rolled out on the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C).  But if and when there are still some few glitches found on the update, we can still expect another update soon.

Here are the technical details of the update build N920CXXU1AOH4:

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920C
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 dpi@SWHE2619 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH4

When you take look the software info, you may notice that the "Baseband version" and the "Kernel version" hasn't been changed and it stays similar to the previous released.

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C variant to which particularly from Arab countries and somewhere in Southeast Asia, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH4 either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) to software build N920CXXU1AOH4

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “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.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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