Use this page to identify software versions for the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active as well as details on recent software updates.
On this page:
Identify the device's current software version
Android 9.0 / Baseband version G892USQS6CSL5
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > About phone > Software version.
View the Baseband version and compare it to the version below.
Review software version details
| VERSION | RELEASE DATE | ENHANCEMENTS | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQS6CSL5 |
January 27, 2020 | January security patch | Available January 27, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements, this update will be available to you to download. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQS6CSL2 |
December 21, 2019 | December security patch | Available December 21, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQS6CSK1 |
November 26, 2019 | November security patch | Available November 26, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQU5CSJ4 |
November 17, 2019 |
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Available November 17, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQS5CSI5 |
October 18, 2019 | October security patch | Available October 18, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQS5CSI2 |
September 28, 2019 | September security patch | Available September 28, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G892USQU5CSG7 |
September 10, 2019 | Android 9.0 Pie OS update July Security patch Other enhancements |
Available September 10, 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS5BSG4 |
July 26, 2019 | Security updates | Available July 26, 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS5BSF1 |
June 2019 | Security updates | Available June 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS5BSE5 |
May 28, 2019 | May 2019 Security Update | Available May 28, 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS4BSC3 |
March 28, 2019 | Google March 2019 Security Update | Available March 28, 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS4BSB2 |
March 1, 2019 | January and February security updates Various bug fixes and system improvements |
Available March 1, 2019 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS3BRJ7 |
November 18, 2018 | November security update Various bug fixes and system improvements |
Available November 19, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQU3BRJ2 |
October 25, 2018 | September/October security updates Various bug fixes and system improvements |
Available October 25, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS3BRH2 |
August 23, 2018 | August security updates | Available August 23, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS3BRG5 |
July 26, 2018 | July security updates | Available July 26, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS2BRF1 |
June 28, 2018 | June Security updates |
Available June 28, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQU2BRE3 |
June 3, 2018 | May security patch Various bug fixes and system improvements |
Available June 3, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQS1BRD5 |
April 26, 2018 | April monthly security patch Various bug fixes and system improvements |
Available April 26, 2018 |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G892USQU1BRC4 |
March 29, 2018 | Android 8.0 (Oreo) OS Bug fixes and software stability improvements |
Available March 29, 2018 |
Android 7.0 Baseband version: G892USQS1ARB3 |
February 22, 2018 | February monthly security updates Various bug fixes and security improvements |
Available February 22, 2018 |
Android 7.0 Baseband version: G892USQS1ARA1 |
January 18, 2018 | January monthly security updates Various bug fixes and security improvements |
Available January 18, 2018 |
Android 7.0 Baseband version: G892USQU1AQK5 |
December 21, 2017 |
December security updates |
Available December 21, 2017 |
Android 7.0 Baseband version: G892USQU1AQJ7 |
November 17, 2017 |
Original software |
Available November 17, 2017 This is the launch software version of the device. When a software update becomes available, this information will be updated. |
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: 137 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.
- Tap OK > Start.
- Tap OK to the restart message.
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.
- If wiping the cache partition does not work, you may need to perform a master reset.
If your device meets the update requirements, this update will be available to you to download.