Today T-Mobile/Sprint started seeding the second update to the Galaxy S8 which brings March 2020 security patch and bug fixes. The update carries the build number G950USQS7DTB3 and rolled for the T-Mobile/Sprint users in USA. If you already running the latest version of the Android 9.0 Pie iteration, then you will see a new update of the March 2020 Security Patch which bumps the software version G950USQS7DTB3.
As we speak, the update is now live for users via OTA (Over the air). If you have not received then you may have to wait for the auto notification update which will receive on your smartphone with build number G950USQS7DTB3. You can always manually check for the OTA update by going into Settings on your T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U).
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How to Check Software Update on your T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8?
To check whether you have received any OTA update with build number G950USQS7DTB3, you can go into settings –> System > System Updates. If you have any update, then you will see a new screen with the software details. You can hit the download now button to confirm the update process.
Ensure that your phone should be charged more than 50% and connected to a Wi-Fi network as well.
If there is no update, then you can manually download and install the Samsung firmware on your Galaxy S8. Well, OTA rollout is a phase-wise manner, it may take a week or months to complete the update process. So patience is important.
Firmware Info:
- Device Name: Samsung Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U)
- Region: USA
- Carrier: T-Mobile/Sprint
- Build Number: G950USQS7DTB3
- Android OS Version: Android 9.0 Pie
- Software Supported: ODIN Tool
- Android Security Patch Level: 2020-03-01
How to Install Firmware on T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8
In order to flash the firmware manually on your T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8 device, then you need to download the ODIN flash tool, firmware file, and drivers.
Pre-Requirements:
- This firmware (G950USQS7DTB3) is only supported for T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8.
- Charge your device to 50% in order to avoid power-related interruptions during the installation process.
- You need a PC and USB Cables.
- Take a backup before flashing the software on your device.
Disclaimer:
Download Links:
- G950USQS7DTB3 | Download Samsung Firmware | Frija Tool or Samfirm Tool
- Latest Samsung USB Drivers
- Install the Samsung Kies software on your PC.
- Flash tool: ODIN Flash tool
Firmware Installation Guide:
For the installation process, you can follow the guides given below. It includes a video tutorial as well as a practical approach to the installation process.
How to install stock firmware on Galaxy S8 using ODIN toolSo, make sure to download the March 2020 Security patch for your T-Mobile/Sprint Galaxy S8 model with build number G950USQS7DTB3. We hope that this guide was helpful to you.