Samsung Canada started rolling the latest Google Security Patch update for March 2018 with build number A520WVLS2BRC1 for Galaxy A5 2017 in Canada region. The update is still based on Android 7.0 Nougat and currently rolling via OTA (Over the air). With this update, Samsung has fixed critical vulnerabilities that were discovered in the AndroidOS aside from countless moderate-risk and high-risk vulnerabilities. As per the record, Samsung also fixed their own software vulnerabilities.
The rollout is gradual, it may take some time to reach every user in Canada region using Galaxy A5 2017. So you can either wait for the software update to hit your phone or you can manually upgrade your phone to this latest build A520WVLS2BRC1 using our manual guide.
Supported carriers in Canada are: Bell, Virgin Mobile, Videotron, Rogers, Sasktel, Telus and more.
About the specs, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 features a 5.1-inches display with a screen resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection. The smartphone is powered by Octa-core Exynos 8890 Octa coupled with 3GB of RAM. The phone packs 32GB/64GB internal memory which can also be expanded up to 256GB via microSD card. The camera on the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 comes with 12MP rear Camera and 5MP front shooting camera. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box which can be later upgradable to Android 7.0 Nougat and a Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery with Fast battery charging.
If you are running Stock ROM with roots or mods, then your OTA update may fail. You can manually upgrade to A520WVLS2BRC1 build on Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520W) by following the below instructions to upgrade via ODIN Downloader.
Still not received the OTA update? Then follow the below instruction to check for new OTA update on your phone.
How to Check Software Update on Galaxy A5 2017 [Canada]?
- In your phone, tap the Menu Key > Open Settings > Tap on About phone > Software updates > Check for Updates.
- If your device finds a new software update, tap Download now. Once the download complete, your device will be ready to upgrade. Tap on Install update.
- Your device will reboot and wait for the installation process to complete. Tap OK.That’s it! You’ve successfully updated your software.
[su_note note_color=”#fdf8db” text_color=”#000000″]Before proceeding to download, Galaxy A5 2017 must have enough battery backup with at least 50% battery. Also to install this update, make sure you have enough storage on your device to complete the installation process. We suggest you to choose a Wi-Fi or a 4G connection to download it. Before following this, take a complete data backup to avoid any problem in case things go wrong. After following the procedure mentioned above, you can now start downloading March 2018 Security for Galaxy A5 2017 (SM-A520W). As this update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat, it wouldn’t take a lot of time to download and install.[/su_note]
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Steps to Install A520WVLS2BRC1 on Galaxy A5 2017 [Canada] manually:
If you have not received the OTA update, rooted or installed any custom ROM, then you can simply follow this guide to the update manually by using ODIN Software. Follow the complete instruction to install new update on Galaxy A5 2017 [Canada].
DOWNLOAD FILES
Required ODIN AND DRIVERS:
- Download and Install Samsung Kies Software
- Make sure to install Samsung USB Drivers
- Click to Download ODIN Software
PRE-REQUISITE :
- This ROM is supported for Galaxy A5 2017 [Canada]
- Download the required firmware and drivers.
- Your device must have 50% – 70% Battery.
- You need PC or Laptop to install this firmware.
- 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 need to Enter Samsung Download Mode.
- Make sure you have followed the steps properly. Don’t Skip and Read! – We are not responsible for any damage.
How to update via ODIN Software
To install the firmware, you must first download the required software and drivers on your PC. By following the below link, you can upgrade the OS version to A520WVLS2BRC1 on Galaxy A5 2017 SM-A520W.
Guide to Flash Firmware Using ODIN
I hope this guide was helpful to install a new software update on your device.
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