Use this page to identify software versions for the Samsung Galaxy Note10 as well as details on recent software updates.
On this page:
Identify the device's current software version
Android 10
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > About phone > Software information.
- View the Baseband version and compare it to the section below.
Review software version details
VERSION | RELEASE DATE | ENHANCEMENTS | STATUS |
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Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS5DTL1 |
January 17, 2021 | January 2021 security update |
Available January 17, 2021 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after January 23, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS5DTKA |
December 13, 2020 | December 2020 security update |
Available December 13, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after December 18, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS5DTJ8 |
November 13, 2020 |
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Available November 13, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after November 18, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS4DTJ1 |
October 21, 2020 |
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Available October 21, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after October 27, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQU4DTH7 |
October 4, 2020 |
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Available October 4, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after October 11, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS4CTG1 |
August 13, 2020 | August 2020 security patch | Available August 13, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after August 16, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS4CTF3 |
July 26, 2020 | July 2020 security patch | Available July 26, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. To prevent download issues, there's a daily limit on downloads. If it's not available yet, check back tomorrow or after July 29, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQU3CTE7 |
June 21, 2020 | June 2020 security patch | Available June 21, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS3CTD3 |
May 8, 2020 | May 2020 security patch | Available May 8, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS3BTC9 |
April 26, 2020 | April 2020 security patch | Available April 26, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS3BTB5 |
Marc 13, 2020 | March 2020 security patch | Available March 13, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS2BTA7 |
February 6, 2020 | February 2020 security patch | Available February 6, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQS2BSLB |
January 9, 2020 | January 2020 security patch | Available January 9, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 10.0 Baseband version: N970USQU2BSL8 |
December 29, 2019 |
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Available December 29, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQS2ASJ8 |
November 1, 2019 |
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Available November 1, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQU1ASJ2 |
October 31, 2019 |
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Available October 31, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQS1ASI3 |
October 11, 2019 | October security patch | Available October 11, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQU1ASHB |
September 20, 2019 |
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Available September 20, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQU1ASH4 |
August 20, 2019 | S Pen, image quality, charging, and fingerprint feature enhancements | Available August 20, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: N970USQU1ASGO |
July 1, 2019 | Security patch | Available July 1, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G970USQS2ASF7 |
June 28, 2019 | Original software version | Available June 28, 2019 |
Other versions |
N/A |
N/A |
Your device has non-T-Mobile software, and it is unsupported. The manufacturer and T-Mobile cannot update your software. |
Determine update requirements
Your device must meet the following requirements to update your software to the most current version:
- 50% or higher battery life
- Data connection
- File size: 218 MB
Update software versions
Update automatically over the air (OTA)
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Software update > Download updates manually.
- Wait for the device to check for updates.
- Tap OK > Start.
- When the restart message appears, tap OK.
Update from a computer
Follow the update requirements above, along with the following:
- Use a Samsung USB cable.
- Back up your data prior to completing the update.
During the update, do not:
- Use the device or press any keys.
- Remove the battery, if applicable.
- Turn off the device.
- Disconnect the USB cable until the update is complete.
You will not be able to place a call during the update, not even an emergency call.
- Download and install Samsung Smart Switch that is compatible with your computer from http://www.samsung.com/us/support/smart-switch-support/#!/.
- Connect the cable to a compatible USB port on your computer.
- Connect the other end of the cable to your mobile device.
- Allow your computer to install any required drivers for your device. This process may take a few minutes.
- Open Smart Switch on your computer, and allow it to make the connection.
- If a software update is available for your device, Smart Switch will automatically prompt you to update. At any time, you can click Update.
- Click Update to begin downloading the necessary files.
- Click OK to proceed.
- Your device may turn off and on a few times during the update process.
- Once complete the device will return to the Home screen.
Issues after updating
If you experience issues after updating to the latest software version, follow these steps:
- Wipe your cache partition to make sure that all system files on your device are put back in order.
- Turn off the device.
- Press and hold the Volume Up key and the Bixby / Power key.
- When the Android logo displays, release both keys.
- An 'Installing system update' message will show for 30 - 60 seconds before the Android system recovery menu options appear.
- Press the Volume down key several times to highlight wipe cache partition.
- Press Bixby / Power key to select.
- Press the Volume down key to highlight yes, them and press the Bixby / Power key to select.
- When the wipe cache partition is complete, Reboot system now is highlighted.
- Press the Bixby / Power key to restart the device.
- If wiping the cache partition does not work, you may need to perform a master reset.
- Back up data on the internal memory. If you have signed into a Samsung account on the device, you have activated Anti-theft and will need your Samsung credentials to finish the master reset.
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Accounts and backup > Backup and restore.
- Tap the following sliders to desired setting:
- Back up my data
- Automatic restore
- Tap the Back key (bottom right) until you reach the main Settings menu.
- Tap General Management > Reset > Factory data reset.
- Scroll to the bottom of the screen, then tap RESET > DELETE ALL.
- If you have screen lock turned on, enter your credentials.
- If prompted to verify your Samsung account, enter the password, then tap CONFIRM.
- Wait for the device to reset.