What’s new this week?
Samsung- Galaxy S8 and S8+ manual updated for Oreo.
- January security update for Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy A3 2017.
- Mi A1 gets a stable Android 8.0 update after being recalled twice.
- MIUI 9.0 software update announced for 40 mobile devices.
- T-Mobile updates LG G6 with the December security patch.
- Verizon rolls out LG V30 and LG V10 December security update with new features.
- January security update rollout by Verizon for LG K8 V and LG K8 V Prepaid.
- Android 8.0 Oreo soak testing begins for Moto Z2 Play in Brazil.
- Moto G4 receives software update with the December security patch.
- Nokia 8 receives Android 8.1 beta through the Nokia Beta Labs program.
Samsung software update news
You’re probably sitting there gloating over the fact that all your friends have Android Oreo already, while your Galaxy S8 is left behind. There are a thousand reasons why Samsung reigns the Android OEM market, but strong software support is one of them. Last week we reported that the Galaxy beta program for Android 8.0 was coming to a closure.While the official changelog for the last beta update did state that Samsung would try its best to bring out the update by the end of January, it seems unlikely. In the meantime, the South-Korean tech company is catching up the to the January security update rolled out by Google.Galaxy S8 Oreo update details
While we don’t have the official release date marked down yet, it seems Samsung is sluggishly moving closer each day. Following the playbook for when Android 7.0 Nougat was release for the then-flagship Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, Samsung has updated the manual for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ for the upcoming Android 8.0 Oreo update.The manual for the current flagship devices have been updated in Portuguese and is available on the Samsung Brazil website. Apart from this, another major telltale sign is the end of Galaxy S8 Oreo beta program in the United States. The company already ended the beta program in India on January 15 and followed suit in the United Kingdom two days later.Samsung January security patch rolling
The company released its own version of the January security update, patching the 6 critical Android vulnerabilities highlighted by Google. Moreover, the security update also brings fixes for 13 different exploits found only on Galaxy devices. With the end of the month here, Samsung is finally bringing the much-needed security upgrade to Galaxy Note 8.The massive 707MB update would trick you into hoping there’s more than just a security update. However, the changelog doesn’t seem to mention anything specifically that users can look forward to. Apart from stability improvements and bug fixes, the changelog highlights new or enhanced features and further improvement in performance.Xiaomi software update news
The Apple of China has steadily progressed to capture the market in Asia, but the West has noticed this tech giant too. While Xiaomi maintains a massive lineup of Android devices that sport its unique MIUI design, Mi A1 is standing out.The Google-powered Android One device is the new generation of affordable, yet powerful mobiles with complete software support from Google. But the reason Xiaomi is trending this week is the major announcement is made in regard to MIUI 9. The Chinese tech company has finally released the list of devices that will be getting the new UI, and it’s not a short one.Xiaomi to update 40 devices to MIUI 9
Understanding that software updates are just as important as the hardware specs, Xiaomi has maintained a decent track record. Considering that the company has produced devices starting at $100 and going all the way up to flagship prices, expecting dozens of software updates each year is not outlandish. The highly anticipated MIUI 9 update has taken Xiaomi long enough, but it is delivering with a bang.Mi A1 Android 8.0 rollout finally resumes
We here at Updato reported more than two weeks ago, the release of Android Oreo for the Xiaomi Mi A1. The update was reportedly unstable and retracted by Xiaomi almost immediately, after which another update was rolled out shortly. As it turns out, the Android 8.0 update was still quite unstable with hundreds of user reports, causing Xiaomi to once again recall the update.- Optimized audio parameters.
- No more “quick charge” on the lock-screen when charging.
- Performance optimizations from MIUI
- Fixed Bluetooth power consumption issue and missing dialer icon
- Fixed camera connection issues and network problems
- Updated Feedback app
- Faster fingerprint unlocking
LG software update news
There’s no real confirmation from the South-Korean tech company over when users could expect the public release of Oreo. Following in the footsteps of Samsung, LG is also working on leveling up the security on its prime mobile devices. According to user reports, LG G6 is due to get Android 8.0 in Asia and the Middle East by late February.Meanwhile, users in Europe and the United States might have to wait for all the way through Q2 2018 for it. Regardless, network carrier T-Mobile has rolled out a security software update for the LG G6 with the software version H87211g. According to the changelog, the update brings nothing but “software stability and bug fixes” and the December 1 security patch.
Motorola software update news
The Lenovo-owned mobile company was quick to unveil its roadmap for Android 8.0 in 2017 and has stuck to it. After rolling out the Oreo update for the flagship Moto Z2 Force just around New Year, Motorola is expected to keep the trend going. Recent reports have surfaced that the Moto Z2 Play is being tested with the Android 8.0 update right now.Nokia software update news
As a proud owner of any Nokia Android phone right now, you’re entitled to all the latest software updates. After bringing the flagship Nokia 8 and even mid-tier devices like the Nokia 7 and Nokia 6 on Oreo, HMD Global is moving on to the next step. The flagship Nokia 8 will now begin to receive Android 8.1 beta through Nokia Phone Beta Labs program.The massive 1553.9MB update brings up the software version on the Nokia 8 to 4.82A, available to all users who wish to enroll as a beta tester. Apart from the infamous hamburger emoji correction, the Android 8.1 update brings Neural Networks API, and several bug fixes too.Be our guest as we serve #AndroidOreo 8.1 beta for #Nokia8 . Updating your device today will enable a host of new features. And most importantly - the hamburger emoji fix with cheese now on top of the patty! Get it here https://t.co/91uhqsbLYM#nokiamobilebetalabs pic.twitter.com/aA4LmSce0E
— Juho Sarvikas (@sarvikas) January 23, 2018