Samsung provides the latest security patches to its most devices frequently. Now, talking about Samsung’s previous generation flagship Note-series Galaxy Note 8 is still best in its segment. Samsung currently started rolling out Galaxy Note 8 May Patch of security a version number of PDA N950FXXU6DSD5 and CSC N950FOXM6DSD5. You can download the firmware for the Galaxy Note 8 SM-N950F with product code PHN from the Netherlands region. This firmware runs on the Android 9 Pie with the build date Fri, 26 Apr 2019. You need to wait for the OTA update for a few weeks.
The latest update of May Security patch: N950FXXU6DSD5 PDA contains CSC N950FOXM6DSD5 which includes 1st May 2019 patch build. The security has been improved with this update. However, if you don’t want to wait for the OTA notification, you can always flash the firmware update via Odin tool. Let’s check out the steps to flash via Odin but before that let’s take a look at the device specifications first.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (SM-N950F) comes with a 6.3-inch QHD 2960×1440 pixels resolution display. The phone is powered by Samsung’s Exynos 8895 SoC coupled with a 6GBof RAM and 64GB/128GB/256GB internal storage. The storage can be expandable up to 256GB of microSD card.
The handset sports a dual rear camera setup of a 12MP telephoto f/2.4 lens and a secondary wide-angle f/1.7 lens with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) support. The front features a single 8MP selfie camera with CMOS sensor, f/1.7 aperture lens. in terms of the connectivity options, it includes ANT+, USB Type-C port, GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac , a 3.5mm audio jack, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, etc.
The Galaxy Note 8 packs a standard 3,300 mAh battery with fast charging support. It features Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro, and Geomagnetic Sensor.
Steps to Download OTA (Over-The-Air) Update
The system OTA update usually comes automatically when the company pushes software update based on region and IMEI series. That may take a few days or weeks depends on the region and device model/series. So, in an alternative way, you can check out the firmware update availability manually from your device. Follow the mentioned steps:
- Go to your phone Settings > System Update.
- Tap on Check for Latest Updates.
- If the N950FXXU6DSD5 May 2019 Security Patch update available for your device, then tap on Download and Install the update directly.
It’s recommended to download the OTA update via a Wi-Fi connection as the update size may be larger sometimes. This will save your carrier data charges as well.
Details of Firmware
- Device Name: Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Model: SM-N950F
- Baseband Version: N950FXXU6DSD5
- Security Patch Level: 2019-05-01
- Software Supported: ODIN Tool
- Android OS: 9.0 Pie
Steps to Install May 2019 Patch on Galaxy Note 8
Either you can wait and download the OTA or you can go with the Odin flash tool to flash the May Patch on Note 8. We have provided the installation process and pre-requirements of flashing Samsung Firmware via Odin tool.
Pre-Requirements:
- This guide and firmware are only for Galaxy Note 8 (SM-N950F) device. Don’t try it on other devices.
- Download the required firmware and drivers from the above links.
- Your device must have at least 50% – 70% Battery.
- You need a PC or Laptop to install this firmware.
- A USB Cable for your device.
- Take a Full Backup on your phone before Installing any new firmware. So make sure you have data’s in case if something Wrong (This Process won’t lose your data).
- You must install Samsung USB Drivers on your PC.
- Download and Install Samsung Kies software.
- You need to Enter the Samsung Download Mode.
Download N950FXXU6DSD5 Stock Firmware Update for Galaxy Note 8
Here the download link is given below for the stock firmware update for Galaxy Note 8 with the May 2019 security patch.
Manual Installation Guide
Just follow the link mentioned below to get step-by-step details on how to flash the Samsung firmware to complete stock via Odin Flash Tool. You can check out our video guide as well.
You’re done. We assume that you have successfully installed the latest May 2019 Security Patch update on your Galaxy Note 8. If this guide was helpfule to you, feel free to comment your thoughts or experience in the below.
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