A few days after releasing the details surrounding July security maintenance release, the company has now started seeding a new update to its Galaxy A7 2017 handset.

Arriving with the build A720FXXU2AQFA, the update installs the July security patch on the handset. The Galaxy A7 2017 is one of the very few handsets to have received the latest security patch alongside the Nokia 6.

The July security patch should bring along with it some bug fixes as well as system and software optimizations to better the phone’s performance while also making it more secure.

Read: Galaxy On Max now available for purchase in India for INR 16,900 at Samsung Shop online

Make sure you have some free storage space left on your Galaxy A7 (2017) to download the update. While you are at it, switch to a Wi-Fi network before hitting the download button to avoid unnecessary data charges.

And as usual, backup your data before installing the update. You shouldn’t face any problems during the installation process. But if you do, a back up will always come in handy.

Asus’s recently unveiled ZenFone Live (ZB501KL) is now receiving a new software update over the air which brings along with it the Google security patch alongside a few bug fixes.

Arriving with the software version 13.1407.1705.21, the update installs the June security patch on the handset which should add an additional layer of security over your smartphone.

Besides, the update also brings a fix to the issue caused when the camera is used in night/low light mode alongside a fix to the string issues surrounding the Russian language.

Read: Asus releases ZenFone Live in Portugal for €170

On top of theses bug fixes, the overall system stability has also been improved to offer better and stable performance.

As is the case with any Asus software release, the update should take a week or two to reach all the devices. So, if you can’t wait that long, go to Settings > About > System Update to check for the update manually. 

Source: Asus ZenTalk

The Samsung Galaxy J7 Max, Galaxy J3 2016, and the Galaxy J1 2016 are all receiving a new software update which installs the June security patch on all the three handsets.

In case you are wondering, the software version for the Galaxy J7 Max is G615FXXU1AQF4, while the Galaxy J3 2016 and Galaxy J1 2016’s builds are J320FXXU0AQF1 and J120HXXS0AQF1 respectively.

The company has already started rolling out the update to the said devices, and the update notification should hit your device anytime now.

Read: Galaxy A7 2017 receiving July security update with build A720FXXU2AQFA

Having said that, you can always head to Settings > About > Software update to check for the update manually if you are not among the ones to wait.

Before downloading the update, however, take a backup of your personal data which will be useful if things go wrong while installing the update.

Also, download the update over a Wi-Fi network to avoid additional data charges.

After the Sony Xperia X, the company is now rolling out the July security patch to the Xperia XZ Premium handset which arrives with the build 47.0.A.7.90.

As usual, the company hasn’t revealed the changelog for the update. However, considering the fact that the update is 320MB in size, it should contain some performance improvements as well as a few bug fixes alongside the security patch.

So, we recommend you install the update as soon as you get the notification. This way, you won’t have to deal with the various bugs that exist (if any) in the current build.

Read: Sony Xperia XZs deal: 10% off if you buy on EMI using HDFC Credit Card

Also, the overall security of your Xperia XZ Premium will also be improved once the update is installed. That said, before installing or, we must say, downloading the update, you should take care of a few things.

Firstly, keep a back up of your data handy. Then ensure to switch to a Wi-Fi network before downloading the update. This will help you save some mobile data.

And finally, charge your phone before installing the update. It’s advisable to maintain at least 50% charge before installing the update.

Asus is rolling out a new software update to its ZenFone 3 Laser and ZenFone 2 Laser handsets.

The update arrives with the software version V21.40.1220.2161 and 30.42.31.1 for the ZenFone 2 Laser and ZenFone 3 Laser respectively and installs the latest security patch on both these handsets.

In addition, the Bluetooth compatibility issue on the ZenFone 2 Laser has been fixed while the overall system UI stability has been improved on the ZenFone 3 Laser.

Read: Asus ZenPad 3 8.0 and ZenPad 3S 10 Android 7.0 Nougat update rollout begins today

Like any other update from Asus, it could take a week or two for the latest Google security patch to reach all the handsets.

To stay away from the waiting game, you can click on Settings > About > System Update on your phone to check for the update manually.

Also, make sure to charge your smartphone before installing the update and most importantly back up your data before hitting that install button.

Source: Asus ZenTalks (1 | 2)

HTC 10 is receiving another security patch update in the USA. This time the update comes for unlocked variants. If you are angry that HTC doesn’t send regular updates to your device, at least they send updates in USA. Users in EU hardly receive security updates.

The latest update, as usual, arrives as an OTA update and brings June security patch for HTC 10. The update comes with version number 2.50.617.2.

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The HTC 10 is the predecessor of HTC’s latest release HTC U11. The June security patch update, which weighs around 277.74 MB takes care of various security vulnerabilities and brings along fixes to existing bugs.

The update also includes various other under-the-hood performance improvements as well as other minor system enhancements too. It is advisable to connect to a good Wi-Fi network before downloading the update and keep your handset charged as high as 50 percent.

Check out: HTC U11 update rolling out with camera enhancements, June security patch and more

If you haven’t received the update yet, you can check for it manually via the device settings. Go to Settings – About – Software updates.

Source: Twitter

Lenovo-owned Motorola has now released a new software update to its mid-range Moto G5 Plus.

The update arrives with the build NPNS25.137-35-5 and installs the May security patch on the handset.

The company has rolled out the update over-the-air (OTA) already. So, you should receive the notification any time now. If you don’t want to wait, however, head to Settings > About phone > System updates and check for it manually.

Alternatively, you can download the update right from the download link provided below.

→ Download Moto G5 Plus May Security Patch zip

Since it’s just a regular Android security patch, the update should be small in terms of size. So, downloading it over mobile data shouldn’t be a problem, but we recommend you to download it over Wi-Fi to avoid unnecessary data charges.

Also, maintain at least 50% charge your handset before installing the update. You don’t want to see your G5 Plus shutting down while in the middle of the installation process, do you?

Source: Motorola

When Samsung Galaxy A7 and A5 2017 variant were launched this year, although specification wise devices were good, however, people were disappointed, since none of the devices had Android Nougat on them.

Thankfully, they will be upgraded to Nougat and won’t stay on Marshmallow forever. Umm. At the moment, we don’t know anything about Android O, whether they will be lucky enough to taste Android O. Right now be happy that you are getting Nougat.

Anyway, as previously reported, Nougat was being tested for Galaxy A7 2017. Today, both the devices have been spotted on the certification site Wi-Fi Alliance with Android 7 Nougat.

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This clearly indicates that the Nougat update for these two devices will be arriving very soon. Interestingly, many variants of both the devices have shown up on the Wi-Fi Alliance. Different variants usually mean devices from different regions.

Wi-Fi Alliance has certified the following variants of Galaxy A7 2017:

• SM-A720F
• SM-A720S
• SM-A720S
• SM-A720F/DS

Similarly, Wi-Fi Alliance has certified the following variants of Galaxy A5 2017:

• SM-A520X
• SM-A520F
• SM-A520S
• SM-A520K
• SM-A520L
• SM-A520W

Source: 1, 2

BlackBerry DTEK50 on AT&T network has started receiving a new software update. The update installs June security patch and is rolling out over the air as we speak.

The new firmware update arrives as build AAM312. In all probability, the update includes regular bug fixes and system improvements, other than the monthly security patch. Although a minor one, it is highly recommended as it optimizes the security of your Blackberry device.

Read: BlackBerry’s Privacy Shade app lets users hide their screen from prying eyes

As is the case with OTA updates, it may take a while to hit your device. If you do not want to wait, head to Settings > About device > System updates to check for it manually. Before hitting the download button, ensure that your device is at least 50 percent charged and connected to a WiFi network to avoid extra data charges.

This mid-range device from BlackBerry was launched last year in August minus the legacy qwerty keypad. It runs Android Marshmallow on board.

If you are an Optus Samsung Galaxy Note 5 or S6 Edge Plus user and have been keeping track of our website, you might know that Optus started testing Nougat for the said devices besides S6 and S6 Edge in May this year, however, the Nougat update was delayed due to technical issues.

But, we have some good news. Looks like Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus users on Optus (Australia) will soon be able to taste Nougat. The update is expected to release later this month.

Also read: How to recover notifications cleared from notification bar on Android, including Samsung devices

Optus is quite late to send the Nougat update as US carriers and unlocked variants for both Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus have received Nougat update 2-3 months back.

Once you receive the Nougat update, it will bring revamped user interface, new settings menu, quick replying from notification shade, bundled notifications and a whole lot more besides improving the battery life with the improved Doze mode.

We will update you once the Australian carrier, Optus releases the Nougat update. Stay tuned.

OnePlus, after introducing the new OnePlus Launcher v2.1 with the last Open Beta update (which was rolled earlier this month), is now pushing another update.

The Open Beta 20 and 11 updates for the OnePlus 3 and 3T respectively bring a bunch of optimizations and bug fixes. The official changelog for the same is as follows:

Optimization：

• Battery saver indication changed from orange status bar to a notification
• Optimized calculation method for data usage statistics, tracking is now more accurate.
• Optimized expanded screenshot, now supports capture while gifs and videos are playing. (Experimental)
• Visual effects improvements for Weather widget

Bug Fixes：

• Resolved various 3rd party app crashes
• Fixed bluetooth device battery status wrongly displayed for non-supported devices
• Fixed Weather occasionally not being able to retrieve forecast data

Read: OnePlus 3T India Deal: Price dropped down to INR 27,999 for 3 days

For the extended screenshot feature, however, do note that the video or gif will be paused while capturing a screenshot. In case you are wondering, the extended screenshot would entirely stop if one tried to capture a video or gif earlier.

Also, it’s worth noting that users who have enrolled in OxygenOS beta program will only receive the update.

Source: OnePlus 

Samsung’s two-year-old Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus are receiving a new software update over-the-air in Canada.

The update installs the latest July security patch on the handsets and is arriving with the following build numbers respectively:

• Samsung Galaxy Note 5: N920W8VLS4CQG1 
• Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus: G928W8VLS4CQG1 

With the update installed on your Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus, the security vulnerabilities, if any, should be removed and the overall security of the handsets will be improved.

Read: Samsung Galaxy S9 will come with the same 5.7-inch Infinity Display

Considering the fact that the update is being pushed over-the-air, it might not reach all the devices at once. So, if you don’t like waiting for it arrive on your handset, head to Settings > About phone > Software update to check for the update manually.

Also, it’s worth mentioning that it’s essential for you to charge your handset before installing the update. And, if possible, try to back up your data before hitting the install button.

Verizon is rolling out a new software update to the Samsung Galaxy J3 2016 which installs the Google’s security patch on the handset.

Arriving with the software version J320VVRS2AQF1, the update brings with it the June security patch which gets rid of the security vulnerabilities, if any and adds an additional layer of security on the smartphone.

In addition, the update should also fix a few bugs existing in the previous build while improving the overall performance of the handset.

Read: Samsung sold 15% more Galaxy S8 units than Galaxy S7 in first half of the year

Taking into account the fact that it’s just a regular security patch, you should be able to download it over cellular data without any issues. Just make sure you are receiving strong network signals.

Alternatively, switch to a stable Wi-Fi network and hit the download button, which is btw, always recommended.

Other points to keep in mind before installing the update is to keep a back up handy (always) and charge you smartphone; maintain at least 50% charge.

Samsung is rolling out July security patch for its last year’s flagship devices, Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. The update comes with build number G930FXXU1DQG1 for Galaxy S7 and G935FXXU1DQG1 for Galaxy S7 Edge.

The update is currently rolling out over-the-air and will reach your devices automatically. However, if you’d not like to wait for the OTA update to arrive, you can grab the full Odin flashable firmware files for both the devices from the download links below.

Your Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge should be running on Android 7.0 Nougat to receive this update. The update takes care of various security vulnerabilities and brings along fixes to existing bugs. You can also expect various other under-the-hood performance improvements as well as other minor system enhancements with the new update.

‘High battery usage by Android? Here’s how to fix it’

It is advisable to connect to a good Wi-Fi network before downloading the OTA update and keep your handset charged as high as 50 percent while installing the update. And if you’re downloading the Odin flashable firmware files, follow our detailed step-by-step guide on installing a firmware manually on Samsung Galaxy devices using Odin.

Downloads:

• Download Firmware for Samsung Galaxy S7
• Download Firmware for Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

→ How to install/flash a firmware using Odin on Samsung devices

LG, the South Korean company, has finally released the Android Nougat update to the LG G4 handsets in its home country.

At this point in time, though, we are not entirely sure if the company is rolling out the update over-the-air (OTA) currently. What we do know is that Korean variants of the LG G4 (F500K, F500L, and F500S) have received the Android 7.0 Nougat update.

And thanks to an anonymous tipster, we have even received full Android 7.0 firmware file (.kdz) for LG G4 Korean variants F500K and F500L. The update comes as version 30C for the F500K variant and 30B for the F500L model. You can download the firmware KDZ files from the provided links below and manually flash your LG G4 handsets (Korean only).

• Download LG G4 F500K Android 7.0 Nougat firmware (.kdz)
• Download LG G4 F500L Android 7.0 Nougat firmware (.kdz)

For help installing the KDZ firmware file, refer to our step-by-step installation guide linked below:

→ How to Install/Flash a KDZ Firmware on LG Devices

Once the update is installed, you should be able to utilize all the Nougat goodies like the split-screen mode, improved Doze mode, revamped Settings, and much more.

With that being said, not all the Nougat features may work properly and you may find the OS a bit unstable at times owing to internal compatibility issues.

Clearly, instability is the price you have to pay to get the Android Nougat running on your LG G4 as per the company’s claims.

Alternatively, you can still continue to run the Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS for a stable experience. That’s not the best thing to hear or say. But, that’s the sad truth.

Last month, T-Mobile rolled out Android 7.0 Nougat for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge, two months after AT&T.

Now, T-Mobile is rolling out July security patch for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. As is the case with all OTA updates, the update takes some time and will reach your device soon.

Your device should be on the latest build to receive the update. While Samsung Galaxy S6 was on build number G920TUVU5FQE1, the current update changes it to G920TUVS5FQG1. Similarly, the update arrives as build number G925TUVS5FQG1 for Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, while the previous version was G925TUVU5FQE1.

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As is the case with any security patch, the update takes care of various security vulnerabilities and brings along fixes to existing bugs. You can also expect performance and stability improvements from the update.

If you haven’t received the update yet, you can check for it manually via the device settings. Go to Settings – About – Software updates.

It is advisable to connect to a good Wi-Fi network before downloading the update and keep your handset charged as high as 50 percent.

Update: Full Odin flashable firmware files are now available for download for both the device. Get ’em below:

• T-Mobile Galaxy S6: Download G920TUVS5FQG1 firmware
• T-Mobile Galaxy S6 Edge: Download G925TUVS5FQG1 firmware

Source: T-Mobile (1, 2)

Motorola has now started rolling out a new software update to its Moto Z handsets in Hong Kong and Indonesia. The update installs the latest Android 7.1.1 Nougat OS on the handset alongside Duo — Google’s video calling app.

In addition, it also installs the latest Android security patch (July) which should improve the overall security of the handset by removing vulnerabilities, if any.

The company has just started pushing the update which means it could take some time for all the handsets to receive it. If you are not among the ones to play the waiting game go to Settings > About phone > Software updates to check for the update manually.

Read: Moto Z Android 7.1.1 update rolling out with software version NPL.26.107

Before downloading the update, however, switch to a stable Wi-Fi network to avoid unnecessary data charges. Also, make sure to have a back up handy for you never now if things go south during the installation process.

It’s also advisable to charge your handset before installing the update. Anything close to 50% or more should be good enough.

Via: GSMArena 

Samsung is rolling out a new software update to its Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy Note 4 handsets.

The update installs the latest July security patch on the said handsets and is arriving with the following software version respectively:

• Samsung Galaxy S6: G920IDVU3FQG1 
• Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge: G920IDVU3FQG1
• Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Exynos): N910CXXS2DQG6 
• Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Snapdragon): N910FXXS1DQFA 

Taking into account the fact that it’s a minor update, you can go ahead and download it over cellular data or switch to a Wi-Fi network for the same. You shouldn’t face any issues either ways although the latter is recommendable.

Read: T-Mobile Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge receiving OTA update with July security patch [Download]

It’s worth noting that your smartphone should have at least 50% charge left on it before you click the install button. So, make sure to charge your device if it’s less than the recommended value.

In addition, we would suggest you back up your personal data before beginning the process. This way, if you face any issues, you won’t have to worry about the data on your handset.

Asus is pushing a new software update to its ZenFone 4 Max (ZC554KL) only a few days post its official launch.

In case you are wondering, yes, this is the first update that smartphone has received since its launch. Arriving with the software version 14.2016.1705.146, the update brings with it fixes to some minor issues.

The Wi-Fi hotspot performance has also been improved with the new update. Asus has started rolling out the update over-the-air (OTA) already.

In case you own the handset and haven’t received the update just yet, fret not. It usually takes a week or two for the company to roll out the update to all the devices.

Read: Asus ZenFone 4 Max launches in Russia

With that being said, you can head to Settings > About > System Updates to check for the update manually so that you don’t have to wait for it to reach your device.  

Asus ZenFone 4 Max features a 5.5-inch Full HD display and is powered by a Snapdragon 430 chipset. It packs 4GB of RAM, either 32GB/64GB of onboard storage along with the microSD card slot which allows you to expand the storage further.

There’s a 13MP dual camera setup on the back and an 8MP front-facing camera to take care of selfies. The handset runs Android 7.0 out-of-the-box and is backed by a 5,000mAh battery.

Source: Asus ZenTalks

While last month’s update for AT&T Galaxy S7 Active brought prominent solutions for issues like advanced Messaging issue, AT&T Messages Backup and Sync issue, Wi-Fi calling issue besides the June security patch, this month’s update is a small one that just brings the July Security patch.

AT&T has started rolling out an OTA update that brings July security patch for Samsung Galaxy S7 Active. The update weighs 43MB and should reach your device in the coming days.

The current update, which arrives as the build number G891AUCS2BQG1 requires your device to be on Android Nougat with build number G891AUCU2BQF2.

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Like any other security patch, the update takes care of various security vulnerabilities. You can also expect performance and stability improvements from the update.

It is advisable to keep your handset charged as high as 50 percent while installing the update. You can check for the update manually via the device settings. Go to Settings – About – Software updates.

Source: AT&T