Samsung Galaxy S10 started receiving April 2021 security patch update with build number G973FXXU9FUCD which is based on Android 11.
The update is rolling via OTA (Over the air) in a phase-wise manner and will soon hit every user around the world. If you have a Galaxy S10 with variant SM-G973F, then you may receive the notification to upgrade your security patch to April 2021 with build number G973FXXU9FUCD.
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Check Software Update on Galaxy S10:
If you are using Galaxy S10, then you may receive the April 2021 patch with firmware version G973FXXU9FUCD. If you don’t then check for the OTA update manually by following the step: Settings app | About Phone | System Updates. In case you see any new updates, click on the download button to start the upgrade process.
Before upgrading, make sure you have enough juice (battery backup) on your Galaxy S10 and connected to a good WiFi network. If there is no new update, then follow this guide to manually install the firmware on your Galaxy S10 using the ODIN tool.
Firmware Info:
- Device Name: Samsung Galaxy S10 (SM-G973F)
- Region: Global
- Build Number: G973FXXU9FUCD
- Android OS Version: Android 11
- Software Supported: ODIN Tool
- Android Security Patch Level: 2021-04-01
How to Install April 2021 Patch on Galaxy S10
Flashing firmware on your Galaxy device is easy, all you need is firmware, drivers, and a tool called ODIN. If you have all this, then you are good to follow this guide.
Pre-Requirements:
- This firmware (G973FXXU9FUCD) is only supported for Samsung Galaxy S10.
- 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:
- G973FXXU9FUCD | 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.
- First, download all the necessary files on your PC including the ODIN Flash Tool.
- Install and launch the ODIN flash tool > Select the Galaxy S10 stock firmware file according to your region to flash it.
- You can check out the full depth firmware flashing guide here: How to Install Samsung Stock Firmware Using Odin Flash Tool
- For better visualization support, you can also check out our full-depth video tutorial.
So, make sure to download the April 2021 Security patch for your Galaxy S10 model with build number G973FXXU9FUCD. We hope that this guide was helpful to you.