Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a software update for your device. This software update has been tested to optimize device performance, resolve known issues and apply the latest security patches.
Before you download:
To help you with the software update for your Samsung device, this page contains the following information:
Note: Estimated software download time is 6-10 minutes. Estimated software update time is 6-10 minutes.
Wi-Fi Only OTA Programming - Wi-Fi Exclusive Update
If Wi-Fi is enabled and your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network, your device will be able to receive and download new software updates.
You've successfully updated your software.
Server-Initiated Software Update
You'll be notified on your device that a software update is available.
You've successfully updated your software.
User-Initiated Software Update
This process allows a user to navigate through the device options to seek updates.
You've successfully updated your software.
System Update while Roaming
If you're roaming, you won't receive a software update notice. To update, you'll need to either enable Wi-Fi and wait for the update notice to appear or manually update by going to Home > Application > Settings > About device > Software updates.
To enable Wi-Fi:
If the software update fails to install, you'll get an error screen. However, this only means the software didn't install properly. The device will power back on with original software and will prompt you again to install the software update.
If you don't have a strong connection to Wi-Fi or the Verizon Wireless network, you may not be able to perform a software update over the air. Instead, you can connect your device to a computer with Internet access. Connect your device to your computer using your USB cable, then download the Software Upgrade Assistant tool to your computer, which will check for software updates and initiate the software update process.
Android Security Patch Level: 2018-09-01
This software update brings the latest Android Oreo OS, tools for you to improve your productivity, such as Notification Dots, Picture-in-Picture, Dual Messenger, and UI improvements to your phone dialer. The latest Android security patch is also included.
Oreo OS update
Smarter, faster, more powerful and sweeter than ever. The world's favorite cookie is your new favorite Android release. See What's New in the highlights below:
Background limits:
Android Oreo helps minimize background activity in the apps you use least; it's the super power you can't even see.
Autofill:
With your permission, Autofill remembers your logins to get you into your favorite apps at supersonic speed.
Picture-in-Picture:
Allows you to see two apps at once; it's like having super strength and laser vision.
Notification Dots:
Press the notification dots to quickly see what's new, and easily clear them by swiping away.
Picture-in-Picture
Picture-in-Picture allows you to see and use two apps at once; it's like having super strength and laser vision.
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Dual messenger
The device comes with Dual Messenger capability, letting you use two different accounts with one chatting app. That means you can keep your accounts for work and home separate, but on the same phone.
You can find Dual Messenger under Settings> Advanced features.
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High contrast keyboard
You can choose different types of high contrast keyboards depending on your preference.
Phone dialer
A brand new and clean UI design for phone dialer! "Mute" and "Keypad" menu positions are swapped to avoid accidentally turning on the "Mute" button during the call.
Please allow additional time for the apps on your device to continue to download after the software update.
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