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Updating your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet is important to keep it running smoothly and securely. Software updates help improve the user interface, enhance security, and remove minor bugs.\u00a0It is recommended to update the software whenever a new version is available.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

How to update a Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet<\/strong>\u00a0This guide covers Samsung\u2019s OneUI operating system. If you\u2019re looking to update a non-Samsung Android device, like a Google Pixel, read our guide on how to update Android instead.<\/p>\n

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    1. Go to\u00a0Settings > Software update<\/strong>.\u00a0Open the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Software update.<\/li>\n
    2. Check for an update<\/strong>. Tap Download and install to check for any updates.\u00a0If there is no update available, you\u2019ll see a screen that tells you your software is up to date.<\/li>\n
    3. Install update<\/strong>.\u00a0If there is an update ready to install, tap Install now.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Wait<\/strong>\u00a0while your phone downloads and installs the update. This can take some time and may involve your phone shutting down and restarting numerous times.\u00a0Once it turns back on, enter your login passcode and you\u2019ll be all set.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Conclusion<\/strong>
        \nNow you know how to keep your Samsung Galaxy phone updated. Keeping your device updated is crucial to maintaining its security and performance. When manufacturers roll out updates to a phone\u2019s operating system, those updates contain vital security patches to safeguard you against the latest and most malicious malware.\u00a0They also contain optimizations to ensure your device is working at its best, especially when it\u2019s getting a little older.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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