How to update the software on a Galaxy smartphone or tablet

Operating system updates are released regularly, if you are experiencing difficulty with your device, always check for updates, as a fix for your problem may have already been released.

Software updates fall into two general types: operating system updates and security updates. The type and version of available update depends on your device model. Older devices may not always be able to update to the latest Android version due to hardware limitations.

If you’re trying to update your software because of problems with a particular app you can find out more about how to fix apps that crashing or freezing.

Older Android versions were named after sweets and desserts, such as Marshmallow and Lollipop, but your device will always display your Android version as a number.

See the table below for reference:

The steps to check for software updates differ depending on your device and its current operating system. Follow the steps below that correspond to your current Android version.

Software updates are released at different stages, depending on your location and mobile carrier. If there are no updates available, then your device is already updated to latest version.