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Software update, step by step on Samsung, Pixel and Xiaomi phones.
Why it helps
Updates close security holes and often add the features in this app. Checking takes a few seconds.
What you'll notice
Your phone tells you it is up to date, or offers an update to install.
How to set it up
Pick your phone.
Samsung Galaxy
- Settings
- Software update
- Open Settings, then "Software update"
- Tap "Download and install"
- Turn on "Auto download over Wi-Fi" so you do not have to check again
Based on reports from owners and the tech press. We have not yet checked it on a phone ourselves.
Google Pixel
- Settings
- System
- Software updates
- System update
- Open Settings, then "System" and "Software updates"
- Tap "System update" and install anything waiting
- Also check "Google Play system update" on the same screen
Based on reports from owners and the tech press. We have not yet checked it on a phone ourselves.
Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO
- Settings
- About phone
- HyperOS version
- Open Settings, then "About phone"
- Tap the HyperOS version box
- Tap "Check for updates" and install anything waiting
Based on reports from owners and the tech press. We have not yet checked it on a phone ourselves.
How to undo it
Updates cannot be removed, but automatic downloads can be switched off in the same screen.
Labels can differ. Menu names and their order vary between models and can change with a system update. If a step doesn't match your phone, search Settings for the feature name or one of its other names: system update, android update, one ui update, hyperos update, security patch.