The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 in Canada has received the January Security 2021 Patch with software build version number A530WVLSFCTL1. Previously the Global variant of the device has received the update. Most of the major carriers in the country like Virgin Mobile, Videotron, Rogers, Sasktel, Telus, Bell and Fido Mobile have started rolling out the update to their Galaxy A8 2018 units.
You can manually check for the update from Settings > Software update >Download updates manually. If there is no update showing on your device, then wait for few days for the update to come to your device as it is being released phase-wise manner or you can manually flash the full firmware using Odin Flash Tool.
As we mentioned it above the update brings the latest security patch update which was released by Google in January Security. Most of the security vulnerabilities have been addressed. It also brings some bug fixes which were available in the previous build. Thus, you should download and install the update to your Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 which will come as an OTA update to your phone.
- Device Name: Galaxy A8 2018
- Model: SM-A530W
- Region: Canada
- Android version: Android 9
- Build Number: A530WVLSFCTL1
- Android Security Patch Level: 1st January
Changelog
- January 2021 Google Security patch
- Bug Fixes
- Security and Performance improvements
✔ How To Download A530WVLSFCTL1 :
You can download any Galaxy firmware using Samfirm Tool, Guide: Download Latest Galaxy Firmware using SamFirm Tool
Or
Using Frija Samsung Firmware Download Tool
Check sammobile website to get the latest firmware for your device
Steps to Install January 2021 Security Patch on Galaxy A8 2018
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Installation Guide (Manual Flashing using Odin)
- First, download the firmware file from the download section above
- Now Enter the recovery mode on your device, then follow the linked guide below to Install Security Patch Update On your Galaxy device
- If you want to sideload the OTA then follow the guide below
- If you want to Install the Full Firmware File then follow the guide given below (Odin Method)
If the installation is successful, you will see the message Pass in the Log Tab.
NOTE: Before installing the updates, make sure your device is connected to good wifi and your device has more than 50% battery life remaining