How to update your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet

Last Update date : Apr 05. 2026

You can update your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet from the Software update settings. Keeping your device updated improves performance, enhances security, and fixes bugs.

Make sure your device has enough battery and a stable internet connection before starting the update.

Galaxy software updating on a Galaxy phone.

How to Perform a Software Update

Settings home screen on a Galaxy phone. Settings home screen on a Galaxy phone.

Step 1. Open Settings > Tap Software update.

Software update screen. Software update screen.

Step 2. Tap Download and install > Tap Install now.

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