Download J320VVRS2BRA2 January 2018 for Verizon Galaxy J3 2016 [Krack WiFi Security Fix]

Today Verizon started seeding the latest Google Security Patch level for January 2018 on Galaxy J3 2016 SM-J320V. The update comes with software version J320VVRS2BRA2. Along with January 2018 Security Patch, the update also fixes Krack WiFi Vulnerabilities patches, and Various system improvements and bug fixes. The software is still based on Android 7.0 Nougat.

The update is currently rolling via OTA for users in Verizon carriers in the USA. You must be on Stock Firmware to receive this official update. If you are rooted, then you are not eligible for upgrading to the latest OS via OTA.

In case if you have already received the update with build number J320VVRS2BRA2, then hit the download button to start the upgrade process. If not received, then check for the update manually by following the steps below.

How to Update Software on Verizon Galaxy J3 2016 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 Verizon Galaxy J3 2016 SM-J320V. 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 January Security Patch for Samsung Galaxy J3 2016 with J320VVRS2BRA2. As this update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat, it wouldn’t take a lot of time to download and install.

Download J320VVRS2BRA2 Firmware Here

Download Drivers and ODIN:

• Download and Install the Samsung Kies Software
• Download and Install the Samsung USB Drivers
• Click to Download and Extract the ODIN ZIP file on Desktop.

PRE-REQUISITE :

• Remember: This guide is for Verizon Galaxy J3 2016 SM-J320V(J320VVRS2BRA2).
• Your device must have 70% Battery.
• You need a Laptop or PC to perform this Action.
• You should be using Stock Firmware and not Custom ROM.
• Back Up your Data to make sure you have data’s in case if something Wrong (This Process won’t lose your data).
• You need to Enter Download Mode.
• Make sure you have followed the steps properly. Don’t Skip and Read! – We are not responsible for any damage that you make to your Phone.

Guide to Flash Firmware Using ODIN

Source: Verizon