Samsung releases software updates for Galaxy S8 and Note8

Samsung has released new software updates for several of its older smartphone models, including the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, and Galaxy Note8. Despite these devices being released nearly a decade ago, they are receiving new firmware versions.

According to reports, the Galaxy S8 is being updated to firmware G950FXXUCDZE7, while the Galaxy Note8 is receiving version N950FXXUGDZEA. These updates do not include a new version of Android, nor do they provide more recent security patches; the Galaxy S8 remains on the April 2021 patch, and the Note8 remains on the August 2021 patch.

Samsung has stated that the primary purpose of these software packages is to improve device performance, stability, and reliability. The company has not disclosed specific technical changes included in the updates.