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

  1. You can download the update via Firmware Over the Air (FOTA).
  2. You must connect your device to Wi-Fi to download the update.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
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  5. You can’t downgrade to your previous version of Android after upgrading to Marshmallow.

Update & verify software

To update the software
  1. Make sure your device is sufficiently charged and connected to Wi-Fi.
  2. From the device home screen, pull down the notification shade and tap Settings.
  3. Tap the General tab.
  4. Tap About device > Software update > Check for updates.
  5. Follow the on-screen prompts to download and install the update.
  6. The device automatically restarts once the new software successfully installs.

To verify the update
  1. From the device home screen, pull down the notification shade and tap Settings.
  2. Tap the General tab.
  3. Tap About device.
  4. The device has the latest software if the Baseband version and Build number match the current update details.

To troubleshoot the software update

Previous updates

DateDetails
Aug. 13, 2015
  • What's new: Android device security improvements
  • Android version: 5.0.2
  • Baseband version: T707AUCU1BOE5
  • Kernel version: 3.4.39-4973971
  • Build number: LRX22G.T707AUCU1BOE5
  • File size: 133MB
June 16, 2015
  • Upgrade to Android 5.0 Lollipop, which includes:
    • Quick Settings updates
    • Additional animations
    • Improved notifications
    • Device Protection
  • Android Version: 5.0.2
  • Baseband Version: T707AUCU1BOE4
  • Kernel Version: 3.4.39-4973971
  • Build Number: LRX22G.T707AUCU1BOE4
  • File Size: 1147MB
Dec. 29, 2014
  • Implemented revised link management handling in Calendar.
  • Android Version: 4.4.2
  • Baseband Version: T707AUCU1ANK1
  • Kernel Version: 3.4.39-2974855
  • Build Number: KOT49H.T707AUCU1ANK1
  • File Size: 34MB
Nov. 12, 2014
  • Upgrade to Android 4.4.2
  • Carrier billing enhancements.
  • Updates to ATT Mail, Keeper, YPMobile
  • Android Version: 4.4.2
  • Baseband Version: T707AUCU1ANJ5

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