Software update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 (T707A)
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Software update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 (T707A)
Latest update
Getting started
Update & verify software
Previous updates
Latest update
The updates
- What's new: Upgrade to Android OS 6.0 (Marshmallow) and addition of NumberSync functionality. NumberSync gives you the freedom to use your tablet to make and receive voice and video calls, uses your existing mobile number, and works even if your smartphone isn’t with you.
- What's changing: Android device security improvements.
The details
- Release date: November 29, 2016
- Android version: 6.0.1
- Baseband version: T707AUCU1CPK1
- Kernel version: 3.4.39-9481922
- Build number: MMB29K.T707AUCU1CPK1
- File size: 138.63MB to 1086.02MB
- Previous versions required: T707AUCU1BOE5 or T707AUCU1CPJ4
Getting started
- You can download the update via Firmware Over the Air (FOTA).
- You must connect your device to Wi-Fi to download the update.
- Although there should be no impacts to settings or data, we recommend that you back up your media files to an SD card, a PC, or using a favorite application (from the Play Store), prior to upgrading the software.
- In order to install this software update, your device must be on baseband version ending in OE5 or PJ4. If not, repeat the update process below until version OE5 or PJ4 is installed, and then you can install the most recent software update.
3.5. - You can’t downgrade to your previous version of Android after upgrading to Marshmallow.
Update & verify software
To update the software
To verify the update
To troubleshoot the software update
- Make sure your device is sufficiently charged and connected to Wi-Fi.
- From the device home screen, pull down the notification shade and tap Settings.
- Tap the General tab.
- Tap About device > Software update > Check for updates.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to download and install the update.
- The device automatically restarts once the new software successfully installs.
To verify the update
- From the device home screen, pull down the notification shade and tap Settings.
- Tap the General tab.
- Tap About device.
- The device has the latest software if the Baseband version and Build number match the current update details.
To troubleshoot the software update
- Visit Troubleshoot & Resolve Software Updates if you experience issues installing the software update.
- For help with problems with your device and service after installing the update, visit Troubleshoot & Resolve.
Previous updates
| Date | Details |
| Aug. 13, 2015 |
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| June 16, 2015 |
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| Dec. 29, 2014 |
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| Nov. 12, 2014 |
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