Use this page to identify software versions for the Samsung Galaxy Tab A as well as details on recent software updates.
On this page:
Identify the device's current software version
Android version 9.0
- From the Home screen, tap Apps.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap About tablet.
- Review the information in the Review software version details section below.
Review software version details
| VERSION | RELEASE DATE | ENHANCEMENTS | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
Android version: 10 Baseband version: T387TUVU1CTH2 |
October 4, 2020 |
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October 4, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android version: 9.0 Baseband version: T387TUVS1BTE1 |
June 16, 2020 | June 2020 security patch | June 16, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android version: 9.0 Baseband version: T387TUVU1BTB1 |
March 22, 2020 | March 2020 security patch |
March 22, 2020 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android version: 9.0 Baseband version: T387TUVS1BSK1 |
December 19, 2019 | December security patch | Available December 19, 2019 If your device meets the update requirements below, you can upgrade to the most current software version. |
Android version: 9.0 Baseband version: T387TUVU1BSI1 |
September 30, 2019 | Android Pie OS updates September security patch |
Available September 30, 2019 |
Android version: 8.1.0 Baseband version: T387TUVS1ASF2 |
March 22, 2019 | June security updates | Available June 22, 2019 |
Android version: 8.1.0 Baseband version: T387TUVS1ASC1 |
March 21, 2019 | March security updates | Available March 21, 2019 |
Android version: 8.1.0 Baseband version: T387TUVU1ARK2 |
December 4, 2018 | November security updates | Available December 4, 2018 |
Android version: 8.1.0 Baseband Version: T387TUVUOARH2 |
October 19, 2018 |
Original software |
Available October 19, 2018 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
- Wi-Fi connection
- File size: 1169 MB
Update software versions
Update automatically over the air (OTA)
- From the Home screen, swipe up to view all Apps.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Software update.
- Tap OK to start the device check for updates.
- Tap OK to begin the update.
Update automatically over the air (OTA)
- From the Home screen, swipe up to view all Apps.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Software update.
- Tap Download updates manually.
- Tap OK to start the device check for updates.
- Tap OK to begin the update.
Update from a computer
- 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 below, you can upgrade to the most current software version.