Use this page to identify software versions for the Samsung Galaxy S8 as well as details on recent software updates.
On this page:
Identify the device's current software version
Android 9.0
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > About phone > Software information.
- Scroll to the Baseband version field.
- Review the information in the Review software version details section below.
Review software version details
| VERSION | RELEASE DATE | ENHANCEMENTS | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU8DUD3 |
May 9, 2021 | Various updates & improvements |
Available May 9, 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 May 15, when the daily limit is lifted. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU8DUA2 |
March 21, 2021 | December 2020 Security updates |
Available March 21, 2021 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS8DTJ2 |
November 1, 2020 | October 2020 Security updates |
Available November 1, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS8DTI5 |
September 28, 2020 | September 2020 Security updates |
Available September 28, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU7DTG2 |
July 30, 2020 | Resolves issue with e911 updates while roaming Additional updates and improvements |
Available July 30, 2020 If your device meets the requirements below, this update will be available to download. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU7DTF4 |
July 12, 2020 | June 2020 security patch | Available July 12, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS7DTB3 |
March 23, 2020 | March 2020 security patch | Available March 23, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS7DTA6 |
February 20, 2020 | February 2020 security patch | Available February 20, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS7DSL2 |
December 22, 2019 | December security patch | Available December 22, 2019 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS7DSK2 |
November 24, 2019 | November security patch | Available November 24, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU6DSJ6 |
November 15, 2019 | RCS related enhancements | Available November 15, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU6DSJ3 |
October 21, 2019 | October security patch | Available October 21, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU6DSH8 |
October 9, 2019 | Camera enhancement August security patch Other fixes |
Available October 9, 2019 |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQS6DSH3 |
August 22, 2019 | Security patch | |
Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU5DSD3 |
May 24, 2019 | April security patches Fix for B2B KNOX VPN issue |
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Android 9.0 Baseband version: G950USQU5DSC1 |
March 27, 2019 | Android 9.0 Pie OS update Google March 2019 Security Update Stir and Shaken Band 28 support Enable RCS Over 2G/3G |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU5CRK1 |
December 7, 2018 | Samsung Pay bug fix November security patch |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU5CRIB |
October 28, 2018 | September/October security updates Various bug fixes and system improvements |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQS5CRH1 |
August 31, 2018 | August security updates | |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU5CRG3 |
August 19, 2018 | July security patch Samsung VOC fix |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU4CRE9 |
June 17, 2018 | June security patch by Google Various bug fixes and software stability improvements |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQS3CRE2 |
May 23, 2018 | May security patch by Google | |
Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU3CRD4 |
April 30, 2018 | April security patch Various bug fixes and system improvements |
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Android 8.0 Baseband version: G950USQU2CRB9 |
March 19, 2018 | Android O (Oreo) Software update Various bug fixes and software improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband version: G950USQS2BQRB1 |
February 28, 2018 | Google monthly security updates Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband version: G950USQS2BQL1 |
December 20, 2017 | December security updates |
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Android 7.0 Baseband version: G950USQU2BQK5 |
December 8, 2017 | Google monthly security patch Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband version: G950USQU1AQJ8 |
November 2, 2017 | October security updates Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband version: G950USQU1AQHD |
September 28, 2017 | IMS Roaming enhancements Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQGA |
July 18, 2017 |
Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQFJ |
July 8, 2017 |
DIGITS update, Qualcomm update for microphone fix, Bixby enhancements, Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQEF |
June 6, 2017 |
Android Pay and Bixby enhancements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQDE |
May 1, 2017 |
Reddish display fix |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQD9 |
April 20, 2017 |
Various system improvements |
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Android 7.0 Baseband Version: G950USQU1AQC9 |
April 21, 2017 |
Launch software |
This is the launch 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: 190 MB
Update software versions
Update automatically over the air (OTA)
It is recommended to connect to Wi-Fi before completing the update.
- 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.
- A restart message will appear, 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 key, then press and hold the Power key.
- When the Android logo displays, release all keys ('Installing system update' will show for about 30 - 60 seconds before showing the Android system recovery menu options).
- Press the Volume down key several times to highlight “wipe cache partition.”
- Press the Power key to select.
- Press the Volume down key to highlight “yes” and press the Power key to select.
- When the wipe cache partition is complete, “Reboot system now” is highlighted.
- Press the 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.