Today Samsung started sending a new firmware update with build numbers the latest update A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB for Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus with model no SM-A730F. The update brings the Android Security Patch level to December 2017. You can now wait for the OTA update to hit your phone anytime soon. This update will add the software version to either A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB and based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
Talking about the Specifications, Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 features a 6.0-inches display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2220 pixels with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. It is powered by Octa-core Exynos 7885 processor coupled with 4/6GB of RAM. The phone packs 32/64GB internal memory which can also be expanded up to 256GB via microSD card. The camera on the Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 comes with a 16MP rear camera with phase detection autofocus and LED flash and Dual 16 MP + 8 MP front shooting camera. The phone runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box and a Non-removable Li-Ion 3500 mAh battery with Fast battery charging. It also has a fingerprint sensor in the back.
The update is sent via OTA in a phase-wise manner. To receive this update via OTA, your phone must be running Stock Firmware with latest OS. If it is rooted then you have to update to build number A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB manually on your phone. Here are the simple instructions to check for the OTA update:
How to Update Software on Galaxy A8 Plus manually?
Go to Settings –> About Phone –> Software update.
By following the above method you can easily find if you have any latest update on your phone. You can tap the option titled “Download Updates Manually”. If the update is not available, then make sure your device is not rooted or installed any modified firmware.
Before proceeding to download, make sure your phone has enough battery backup with at least 50% battery. Also, check if you have enough storage to download and install the latest update on Galaxy A8 Plus SM-A730F. We suggest you to choose a Wi-Fi or a 4G connection to download it. Also, don’t forget to take the data backup to avoid any problem in case things go wrong. After following the procedure mentioned above, you can now start downloading December Security Patch for Galaxy A8 Plus. As this update is based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, it wouldn’t take a lot of time to download and install.
Check out this link to see if your phone will support Android 8.0 Oreo.
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Steps to Install A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB December Security Patch for Galaxy A8 Plus manually:
Still not received the update, then don’t worry. The update is available to download and install using latest ODIN Software. Here we will share the full download link and guide to install A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB December Security Patch for Galaxy A8 Plus.
Remember, Below guide is to update full OTA firmware file on Galaxy A8 Plus.
Required ODIN FILES
Download Full Firmware – A730FXXU1ARB1
Download Full Firmware – A730FXXU1ARAB
How to update via ODIN Software
Here we have shared the full firmware download link with ODIN drivers and software to install A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB December Security Patch for Galaxy A8 Plus. To install the firmware, you must first download the required software and drivers on your PC.
REQUIRED ODIN AND DRIVERS:
- You must install Samsung Kies Software
- You also need to install Samsung USB Drivers
- Click to Download ODIN Software
PRE-REQUISITE :
- 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.
Guide to Flash Firmware Using ODIN
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I hope you followed the above full guide link to install A730FXXU1ARB1 and A730FXXU1ARAB December Security Patch for Galaxy A8 Plus manually. If any queries or feedback, please write a comment to us.