November Update

[D.P.G.]

This is the one I got it this morning this is the third update since October 4th. Phone is unlocked purchased directly from Samsung as an unlocked phone.

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[Moo Cow]

Not at all dumb, but there are confusingly two different senses of "unlocked". If your phone is N986U and not N986U1, then you do not have the unlocked model, regardless of when you got it. The only firmware your phone receives over the air is the firmware for N986U.

Ahhh okay.

But it is confusing that under the U, my update version number can't be found there, but it's under the U1s?

 

[jimd1050]

Which firmware are you referring to as the November update? The latest N986U1 firmware for any carrier is ATJ4, which still has the Oct 1 Android security patch level.

The kicker Gary, is AT&T and Verizon are both at "1BT" levels with the "U" handsets. I'm locked with AT&T and still running "September" Security Patch BUT, it's "1BTIF" and Verizon's September is "1BTJ3" as 'Moo Cow' stated. Doesn't make me feel any better about not getting my October OR November patches, but we are at a higher level??? Do we already have the camera fixes and the battery improvements??? AT&T never really told me during my September patch, but I don't think they were out yet! So why the "1BTJ3"??? Just to confuse the enemy!!!

 

[Gary02468]

I'm locked with AT&T and still running "September" Security Patch BUT, it's "1BTIF" and Verizon's September is "1BTJ3" as 'Moo Cow' stated. Doesn't make me feel any better about not getting my October OR November patches, but we are at a higher level[?]

No, the firmware-version naming sequences are different for different phone models. So BTJ3 for the N986U is not necessarily ahead of ATJ3 or ATJ4 for the N986U1. (Also, the "level" terminology applies only to Google's Android security patches, not to the rest of the firmware update.) Your carrier's website has the release notes describing what's in the firmware updates for your carrier-branded phone.

 

[jimd1050]

No, the firmware-version naming sequences are different for different phone models. So BTJ3 for the N986U is not necessarily ahead of ATJ3 or ATJ4 for the N986U1. (Also, the "level" terminology applies only to Google's Android security patches, not to the rest of the firmware update.) Your carrier's website has the release notes describing what's in the firmware updates for your carrier-branded phone.

But we did go from "1ATH3" in August 25th Security Patch to the "BTIF" for September so it was a big letter jump! Also, AT&T is notorious for being really vague with their descriptions: Both months say "Various fixes and improvements, Network performance improvements" - doesn't help much!
I do understand what you're saying though!

 

[mustang7757]

But we did go from "1ATH3" in August 25th Security Patch to the "BTIF" for September so it was a big letter jump! Also, AT&T is notorious for being really vague with their descriptions: Both months say "Various fixes and improvements, Network performance improvements" - doesn't help much!
I do understand what you're saying though!

Jim in settings >software update under check for updates does it give last update? If so tap on it and should show this


I'm on beta 11

 

[Moo Cow]

Overnight, my Verizon-locked phone received System Update 4, which is listed as N986USQS1BTJ8.

 

[nathasnajperowa]

Hi,
I have this version linked below

https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...stic-black-unlocked%2F14797696&token=ET31eAmK

I live in Europe but luckily i already got one update so there's no regional block or restrictions.
Anybody knows what's schedule for canadian model?
What's your experience from previous years or model?
Updates come on regular basis or late?
Thanks for answering

 

[jejb]

Overnight, my Verizon-locked phone received System Update 4, which is listed as N986USQS1BTJ8.

Mine showed me that same update this morning, installing it now. Also Verizon.

 

[Venom0642]

AT&T November Patch been on it a week.

 

[jimd1050]

AT&T November Patch been on it a week.

View attachment 328752

I wonder how long before they get it out on OTA now??? At least we know it's there, thanks to you... gracias!

 

[jimd1050]

Jim in settings >software update under check for updates does it give last update? If so tap on it and should show this View attachment 328737


I'm on beta 11

No Mustang, just "Check for Updates" - I was able to check it on "MyAT&T" Web Site though and as I mentioned in another post - vague, "Bug fixes, Network Improvements and Monthly Security Patch"! Same thing it said for September!!!

 

[Venom0642]

AT&T November Patch been on it a week.

View attachment 328752

Link for November patch Firmware N986USQS1BTJ8

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675581747

MD5: 642aab668af835eddc0f5ce719991e6d

 

[mustang7757]

No Mustang, just "Check for Updates" - I was able to check it on "MyAT&T" Web Site though and as I mentioned in another post - vague, "Bug fixes, Network Improvements and Monthly Security Patch"! Same thing it said for September!!!

The unlocked phones give better description what's new usually.

 

[Lecrae116]

The unlocked phones give better description what's new usually.

Wonder why that is?

 

[mustang7757]

Wonder why that is?

Carriers sometimes don't care to put that info up, with unlocked its available through Samsung , but you can get more info from sources like Sam Mobile and other places

 

[Lecrae116]

Carriers sometimes don't care to put that info up, with unlocked its available through Samsung , but you can get more info from sources like Sam Mobile and other places

When do we get the November security patxh. Do you think I should clear the system cache partition after any update?

 

[mustang7757]

When do we get the November security patxh. Do you think I should clear the system cache partition after any update?

I thought I heard some are getting November already? Might take some time for rollout. Clearing cache in recovery after a update is definitely worth it , not necessarily but recommend.

 

[jimd1050]

Link for November patch Firmware N986USQS1BTJ8

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675581747

MD5: 642aab668af835eddc0f5ce719991e6d

Why does the download link say "_VZW.zip" if it's AT&T Ruben?

 

[T2996420]

I just installed ATJ5 suffix, 01Nov2020 security update