What’s new this week?
Samsung- Verizon Galaxy S8 and S8+ receive Android 8.0 Oreo update.
- Galaxy Note 8 finally receiving Android 8.0.
- Sprint and T-Mobile begin pushing out Android Oreo for Galaxy S8.
- Galaxy Tab S3 receives Wi-Fi certification for Android 8.0.
- Canadian users begin receiving Android 8.0 Oreo update
- AT&T releases Android 8.0 Oreo for Galaxy S8.
- Galaxy Note 9 firmware development begins.
- Galaxy J3 2017 edition receives March security update.
- Android 8.1 update causes Overcurrent Charging bug in Pixel XL.
- LG V30 on Sprint gets Android Oreo in the US.
- 30 Xiaomi smartphones to receive MIUI 9.5 Global Stable ROM update.
- February security update finally released for the Android One Mi A1.
- Xperia XA1, XA1 Ultra, and XA1 Plus receive Android Oreo update.
- Huawei P10 and P10 Plus Android 8.0 stable updates begin rolling out.
- Android 8.0 Oreo beta begins rolling out for Honor 7X.
- Honor 9 Lite software update brings Ride Mode.
- Moto Z Android 8.0 update begins rolling out.
- Moto X4 Android One Edition receives Android 8.1 update.
- ZenFone 4 Pro begins receiving Android 8.0 Oreo.
Samsung firmware update news
Almost a month has passed since Samsung released the highly anticipated Android 8.0 for its previous flagships. With the unlocked variants of the Galaxy S8 and S8+ being the primary recipients of the update, it is now trickling down. This week, the carrier-locked Galaxy S8 and S8+ from Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and AT&T began receiving Oreo.That’s not all Samsung has to offer this week, since the Galaxy Note 8 is finally getting the Oreo update. Bringing the firmware version up to N950FXXU3CRC1 which is currently being pushed out for users in France, the update also brings along the latest March security patch. In the meantime, Samsung is already at work on the firmware for Galaxy Note 9. Versions N960FXXE0ARB7 and N960FXXU0ARC5 have leaked for the upcoming phablet from Samsung.@MobileSyrup looks like Oreo is out on Rogers Samsung Galaxy 8+ pic.twitter.com/m5sZkzsu9f
— Dingchow9er (@Dingchow9er) March 19, 2018
Google firmware update news
Month after month, Google delivers on its promise of bringing timely software updates. But it seems the latest one from March isn't perfect, especially on the Google Pixel XL. Users began noticing a bug on the lock screen where the “Charging rapidly” text keeps flashing. This is happening because the 2016 Pixel XL is pulling up around 40% more current that it should.LG firmware update news
The South Korean company has taken its sweet time to bring Android 8.0 to the US variants of the LG V30. A week after the Oreo update finally made it to Verizon devices, Sprint is now following suit. Carrying the build number OPR1.170623.026, the rather large file size of 1.7GB doesn’t come with a changelog. However, it has been confirmed that the LG V30 Sprint Oreo update bumps up the security level to March 1.Xiaomi firmware update news
The "Apple of China" does not have the best track record when it comes to timely software updates. But where it lacks in speedy delivery, Xiaomi makes up with a widespread software support for older devices. Xiaomi has now announced the release of MIUI 9.5 Global Stable ROM for a whopping 30 devices in its portfolio. From much older devices like the Xiaomi Mi 3 to the flagship Mi 6, you can find the entire release schedule on the MIUI Forums.Sony firmware update news
Sony's Xperia phones have enjoyed a cozy relationship with Android Oreo, which came preloaded on the Xperia XZ1. While the Japanese company has been constantly pushing out Android 8.0 updates for its lineup, there are plenty still waiting. Now, the Xperia XA1 and its variants, the XA1 Ultra and XA1 Plus are finally getting Oreo. The software version 48.0.A.1.131 is currently rolling out to these devices, along with the February security patch.Huawei firmware update news
After kick-starting the beta program almost two months ago, the Chinese tech giant is finally ready for a stable release. The Huawei P10 and P10 Plus are receiving EMUI 8.0 in all its glory with the Android 8.0 update. The build number for the P10 and P10 Plus is VTR-L29.8.0.0.360 and VKY-L29.8.0.0.360, which also seems to bring along the February security patch from Google.Motorola firmware update news
The wait has been long and dreary for Motorola users across the world, with soak tests but not stable releases. The wait seems to finally be over for Moto Z users as the stable Oreo update is now being pushed out. Version NPLS26.118-20-5-11 with Android 8.0 is currently being rolled out to users in Brazil, packing a 1.37GB file size. The software update also brings the security level up to speed with the latest March security patch.Asus firmware update news
The Taiwanese tech company is finally bringing Android 8.0 Oreo to the ZenFone 4 Pro (model number ZS551KL). The firmware version has been updated to V15.0410.1802.34 and apart from the Android 8.0 features, there are some extra Asus enhancements on board for good measure. With better power settings and the ability to take long screenshots, you also get the latest March security patch with the update.Are you among the lucky few who are receiving the latest Android Oreo update on your device right now? Have you received a major firmware update this week that we missed? Be sure to let us know your device and details in the comments below, and always remember to check out the Updato Samsung firmware catalog for the latest Galaxy firmware updates.