First Update Build N920W8VLU1AOI1 on Canadian Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920W8

All major Canadian carrier's is sending out the first software update Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920W8. The update is still an Android 5.1.1 OS but will bump up to build  N920W8VLU1AOI1. The update mainly bringing improvements to the device performance.  It may also include the security improvements to address recent vulnerabilities in pictures and video messaging (MMS) to which have been released on select Samsung devices in Canada.

The following  is the update detail to which already covers all Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920W8 from major carrier's like Telus, Bell, Roger, Wind, and among others to which the firmware build version were all the same.

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920W8
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920W8VLU1AOI1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5388899
Build number: LMY47X.N920W8VLU1AOI1

How to manually check the software info on Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920W8)

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the System tab. Lastly, touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information. Following is the technical details of the software information  that was found on Bell’s Galaxy Note5.

If your Galaxy Note 5 still runs on the exact firmware details above, it simply means that your device hadn’t got any update yet. So make sure to update your device to the latest software version as the above firmware build is the initially released one and your device OS might have been outdated.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920W8) to the latest build version

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G Got the Initial Firmware Build N920GDDU1AOH7 in India

If you've got a newly purchased  Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G variant, and you are from India, Bangladesh, Nepal  and Sri Lanka, you folks got Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS initial release firmware build N920GDDU1AOH7. The latter is the shipment firmware Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G  that only support the 4G TDD-LTE band.  This particular varaint  is something similar to the Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I found in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore to which also technically equipped with 4G TDD-LTE bands frequency support.

Here are the details:

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920G
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920GUBU1AOH6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5676655
Build number: LMY47X.N920GDDU1AOH7

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5 SM-N920G,  just simply touch in Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

If it happens that your Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G still running on the same Android OS build above, it simply means that your device hasn’t been updated yet. You must keep your phone up to date on any latest software updates, so you’ll enjoy and get the best of your device. Below is the step by step guide on how manually check and perform an update on your Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920G) to an updated version of Android OS

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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AT&T Galaxy Note 5 OTA Update to Build N920AUCU1AOH5, Bringing Device Security Improvements

AT&t has started pushing an update on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N910A) to which bumping the build to N920AUCU1AOH5. The latter is the first OTA update to which still base in Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS. The N920AUCU1AOH5 update was built to mainly brings the "Device Security Improvements," according to AT&T's addressed changelog details. Furthermore, the initial changelog did not mentioned any further details but it might also have some other few enhancements and new improvements along with it.

Here is the summarization of the N920AUCU1AOH5 update:

• Android version: 5.1.1
• Baseband version: N920AUCU1AOH5
• Kernel version: 3.10.61-5554916
• Build number: LMY47X.N920AUCU1AOH5
• Update includes "Device security improvements"
• File size: 84MB

The update file size is pretty small and just weighs at 84 MB, and it's rolling out via Over-The-Air OTA update only. So better check the update if you haven't  received any software update notification yet from AT&T.  The N920AUCU1AOH5 is an update to the initial release build N920AUCU1AOGG, the factory-shipped firmware.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Source: AT&T Note 5 support page [doc]

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T-Mobile Galaxy Note5 OTA N920TUVU1BOH6 Video Calling UI Updates

T-Mobile has just released an update on Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920T) that will bump the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop's baseband version to N920TUVU1BOH6. Surprisingly, the update mainly includes the Video Calling UI updates,"  according to T-Mobile. Noting that the Video Calling support has been already added to the previously released build N920TUVU1BOH4, so this N920TUVU1BOH6 update will bringing in some few tweaks  to the said feature.  Much better check the update right now, and see how's the updated Video Calling UI may look like.

The update is now available via Over-The-Air (OTA), and weighs in at 67.4MB file size. If you’ve got a Galaxy Note 5 and you haven’t yet gotten your update, you can check for it manually by heading into Settings > About device > Software update.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.


4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A SM-N920G Initial Android 5.1.1 Released Firmware build N920GUBU1AOH6

If you've got a Samsung Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A with model number SM-N920G, and might want to know what's the initial firmware build this device running at during its launch. The Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G is the ones sold in Latin America and some select countries in Asia. As you may know, that all Galaxy Note 5 variants across the globe are all powered with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS, and particularly the Galaxy Note 5 LTE-A SM-N920G was being launch under the initially released firmware build N920GUBU1AOH6.

So those who are new about Galaxy Note 5 and this so called Android version and software updates and might wonder how to you can check this information. This can be simply be done by navigating to your device settings.

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5 SM-N920G,  just simply touch in Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

Specifications of N920GUVU1AOH6 Android 5.1.1

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920G
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920GUBU1AOH6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5692246
Build number: LMY47X.N920GUBU1AOH6

If it happens that your Galaxy Note 5 still running on the same Android OS build above, it simply means that your device hasn't been updated yet. You must keep your phone up to date on any latest software updates, so you'll enjoy and get the best of your device. Below is the step by step guide on how manually check and perform an update on your Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920G.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920G) to an updated version of Android OS

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.


2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.


3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.


4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.


5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.


6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.


4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update N920IDVU1AOH6 on Galaxy Note 5 (4G+) SM-N920I, a Battery Life and Fast wireless charging improvements

An update to build N920IDVU1AOH6 on the Samsung  Galaxy Note 5 4G+ SM-N920I is rolling out in Singapore.  According to Samsung, the N920IDVU1AOH6 update will be bringing some improvements to battery life performance and stability improvements to wireless charging. Adding to that, there are also some various bug fixes and few enhancements to features that will improve the device performance. The N920IDVU1AOH6 is now the first official Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update released in Singapore's Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (4G+), but the latter is the 4th built build if we also include Australia and New Zealand's Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I updates.

Update Details of N920IDVU1AOH6

Version: N920IDVU1AOH6/N920IOLC1AOH2/
N920IDVU1AOH3
Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920I
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH6

Features / Enhancements:

• Battery usage optimization.
• The stability of Wireless charging has been improved.
• Bug fixes and further improvements to performance.

Previous updates of the Galaxy Note 5 (4G+) SM-N920I before the N920IDVU1AOH6 released

Update details	Date
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 Details of N920IDVU1AOH4 update	August 13, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH2 Details of N920IDVU1AOH2 update	August 11, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOGJ Kernel version: 3.10.61-5413190 Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOGJ Initial release in Australia's Galaxy Note 5. Details of N920IDVU1AOGJ	July 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOGG Kernel version: 3.10.61-5413190 Build number: LMY47X.N920IXXU1AOGE Initial release in New Zealand Galaxy Note 5. Details of N920IDVU1AOGE	July 2015

How to update Galaxy Note 5 4G+ (SM-N920I) to Android 5.1.1 OS build N920IDVU1AOH6

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update N920CXXU1AOH6 on Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C, Bringing Various Bugfixes and Improvements

Another update has landed on the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) variant. The update now comes in build N920CXXU1AOH6 to which mainly bring various bug fixes and improvements to boost the device performance. The update is believed to improve the device battery life and the wireless charging.
The updated build N920CXXU1AOH6 has been gradually rolled out and are now available in the Middle East and African countries. Also, the N920CXXU1AOH6 is now the 4th Android 5.1.1 Lollipop to which has been officially released particularly on the Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C models.

Update build N920CXXU1AOH6 Specifications

Version: N920CXXU1AOH6/N920COJV1AOH7/
N920CXXU1AOH2

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5, just simply touch on Apps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

• Device name: Galaxy Note 5
• Model number: SM-N920C
• Android version: 5.1.1
• Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2
• Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468
• Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH6
• Date: August 20, 2015

Previous Updates

Update Technical Details	Date
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH4 Details about the N920CXXU1AOH4 update	August 18, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH2 Details of the N920CXXU1AOH2 update	August 08, 2015
Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOGE Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOGE Details of  the N920CXXU1AOGE update	July 2015

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C variant to which particularly from Arab countries and somewhere in Southeast Asia, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH6either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) to software build N920CXXU1AOH6

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update Build N9208XXU1AOH4 on Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208, Battery Life and Wireless charging improvements

The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208  is yet again receives a new Android 5.1.1 software update that will bump up the build number to N9208XXU1AOH4. The said update mainly brings the battery usage optimisation for better battery life performance and the wireless charging improvements. The update has been gradually rolling out particularly to those who owns the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208 in South-east Asian countries.

Technical details of the firmware build N9208XXU1AOH4

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings >  then touch About device under the System tab. Lastly, touch  the Software Info to view the currently installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N9208
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N9208XXU1AOH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 dpi@SWHE2611 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N9208XXU1AOH4
Build date: 20 August 2015
AP: N9208XXU1AOH4
CSC: N9208OLB1AOH4
CP: N9208XXU1AOH4

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208 to the latest build of Android OS

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

Check the remaining  power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.

Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.

Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.

Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.

Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off  and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if  you’re performing an update using a computer.

Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
“The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.


• Tap the Settings (gear icon).


• Tap the System tab.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.


• Tap Check for updates.


• Tap the Install button, then OK.


• Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.

If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5  using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download a copy of Samsung Smart Switch and then simply install it in your computer.
   Smart Switch for your PC
   Smart Switch for your Mac


2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer


3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device.


4. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device. All you need is to simply click the update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

That’s all! Hope you have just updated your Galaxy Note 5 to the latest firmware version.

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Update Build N920IDVU1AOH4 on Telstra Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I in Australia

Another update has on Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I in Australia. This time around the update to which dubbed as build N920IDVU1AOH4 is sent out on Telstra's Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920I devices.  So whatever the update might be, it basically has the same benefits such as device stability improvements, bug fixes, and more improvements to the device performance. Following are the technicals of the update build N920IDVU1AOH4.

Technical details of N920IDVU1AOH4

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920I
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4

Noticeably, the build number is LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 but the baseband version, as well as the kernel version, is similar to the ones found on the Unlocked and Vodafone's Galaxy Note5 update to build LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH2. So let assumes that there are no any major changes to take effect once your Galaxy Note5 receive the said the update.

Take note the build version is LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH4 It may have much a higher and much latest to the ones released on Vodafone's Galaxy Note5 to which the latter has also dubbed as build N920IDVU1AOH2.

In addition, the N920IDVU1AOH4 is the first update on Telstra's Galaxy Note5 to which technically replace the initial release firmware build N920IDVU1AOGJ.

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH4 either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920I) to Android OS build N920IDVU1AOH4

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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T-Mobile Galaxy Note5 Update N920TUVU1BOH4 Brings Video Calling Support

T-Mobile has sent out the first OTA update on Samsung Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920T) to which will bump up the firmware build to N920TUVU1BOH4. The N920TUVU1BOH4 update itself contains the T-Mobile Video Calling support to which users may now notice a small camera icons appear next to contacts to make and receive video calls across LTE wireless networks.

Along with the update were some few improvements to features that haven't mentioned in the given changelog. Noting that there is some sort of RAM management problem surrounding the Galaxy Note5 so hope that this update also includes some fixes in it.

The update itself is now available via Over-The-Air (OTA). Again this update will replace the baseband version to N920TUVU1BOH4 from the previous and the initial release build N920TUVU1BOGE.

The following is the technical details of the update build N920TUVU1BOH4 once your Galaxy Note 5 received the said update.

Technical details of the firmware build N920TUVU1BOH4

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920T
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920TUVU1BOH4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5556672 dpi@SWHE2611 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920TUVU1BOH4
Build date: August 11, 2015
Release date: September 03, 2015
AP: N920TUVU1BOH4
CSC: N920TTMB1BOH4
CP: N920TUVU1BOH4

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings > then touch About device to which where you can view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920T) to the latest build version

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

source: T-Mobile [1], [2]

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Update Build N920CXXU1AOH4 on Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C), Second Android 5.1.1 Release

Another OTA update has arrived on the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) variant. The update has bumped up the build number to N920CXXU1AOH4 from the previously released build N920CXXU1AOH2. The said update includes stability, device improvements, and enhancements to features. We have no idea to the overall changes it brings, but there is some sort of battery usage optimization and the stability of the wireless charging improvements added in it, according to the initial changelog details.

The N920CXXU1AOH4 update is now the second Android 5.1.1 ever rolled out on the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C).  But if and when there are still some few glitches found on the update, we can still expect another update soon.

Here are the technical details of the update build N920CXXU1AOH4:

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920C
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920CXXU1AOH2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 dpi@SWHE2619 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920CXXU1AOH4

When you take look the software info, you may notice that the "Baseband version" and the "Kernel version" hasn't been changed and it stays similar to the previous released.

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C variant to which particularly from Arab countries and somewhere in Southeast Asia, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH4 either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920C) to software build N920CXXU1AOH4

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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Update Build N9208XXU1AOH2 on Galaxy Note5 SM-N9208, Rolling Out in SEA Region

Samsung has sent out the first software update on the Galaxy Note5 (SM-N9208) variant in the Southeast Asia countries.  The update which is still basically base in Android 5.1.1  but will bump up the build number to N9208XXU1AOH2 from N9208XXU1AOGE. The update is said to bring some improvements to the device performance, but there are no any further changes affects to the device features. While taking a closer a look at the firmware build itself, it seems like it has some sort of a small adjustment,  so that the device may work perfectly to each respective mobile network in the said region.

In addition, the update is held available via Over-The-Air (OTA) update and by using the Samsung Smart Switch for PC. The following are the technical details of the said update build N9208XXU1AOH2:

Technical details of the build N9208XXU1AOH2:

About device:

Device name: Galaxy Note 5 Model number: SM-N9208

Software info:

Android version: 5.1.1 Baseband version: N9208XXU1AOH2 Kernel version: 3.10.61-5412468 Build number: LMY47X.N9208XXU1AOH2

How to check the software info on Galaxy Note 5

To manually check the firmware build details of your device just simply touch on Apps > Settings >  then touch About device under the System tab. Lastly, touch  the Software Info to view the currently installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

How to update the Galaxy Note 5 SM-N9208 to the latest build version

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

Check the remaining  power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.

Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.

Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.

Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.

Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off  and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if  you’re performing an update using a computer.

Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
“The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.
• Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.

If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5  using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download a copy of Samsung Smart Switch and then simply install it in your computer.
   Smart Switch for your PC
   Smart Switch for your Mac
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device.
4. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device. All you need is to simply click the update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

That’s all! Hope you have just updated your Galaxy Note 5 to the latest firmware version.

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Update Build N920IDVU1AOH2 Release on Samsung Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920I)

Samsung has just rolled out the first software update to which will bump up the firmware build to N920IDVU1AOH2 on the Samsung Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I. The N920IDVU1AOH2 update to which is technically an Android 5.1.1 is rolling out to the Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I owners in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Fiji. While on the hand,  the N920IDVU1AOH2 also happens to be the initially released firmware in Singapore's Samsung Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I owners due to the fact this particular variant was held available first in the Oceania region.

So those who got the Samsung Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I at hand you might better check the update right now. Following is the technical details of the software information  which was taken right after the device received the said N920IDVU1AOH2 update.

To manually check the firmware build details on your Galaxy Note5,  just simply touch onApps > Settings > then touch About device under the SYSTEM tab touch the Software Info to view the installed Android version, Baseband version, Kernel version, Build number, and among other system information.

Technical details of N920IDVU1AOH2

Device name: Galaxy Note 5
Model number: SM-N920I
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920IDVU1AOH2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-5471438 dpi@SWHE2317 #1
Build number: LMY47X.N920IDVU1AOH2

The update build N920IDVU1AOH2 has officially released on both unlocked and carrier-branded Galaxy Note5 in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and Singapore. The update will overwrite the previous software version such from the build N920IDVU1AOGJ and build N920IDVU1AOGE to build N920IDVU1AOH2.

So if it happens that you owned a Galaxy Note5 SM-N920I variant and if you are from the mentioned countries, you better check the update right now. Below is the step by step guide on how to update your Galaxy Note5 to build N920CXXU1AOH2 either via Over-The-Air or by using a computer.

How to update Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920I) to Android OS build N920IDVU1AOH2

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

1. Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be charged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
2. Ensure that your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
3. Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 300MB up to 500MB.
4. Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
5. Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
6. Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
   “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note 5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to ease your burden on high data charges.

• From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
• Tap the Settings (gear icon).
• Tap the System tab.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.
• Tap Check for updates.
• Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac computer via Smart Switch

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to backup and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

1. Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then  install it on your computer.
2. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 on your computer using the USB cable.
3. Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
4. Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.

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