Updating the Android operating system is not only recommended, but also a necessary process for stable operation of the smartphone. For the phone owner, this is primarily an increase in the performance of the device, the emergence of new features, and not just the correction of errors by the manufacturer. Therefore, every user should know how to update Android on their phone.

The process of changing the current version of Android on a device requires the user to pay attention and fulfill several conditions.

Before you proceed to change the operating system, you need to make sure of the following:

• that the phone is charged (the recommended battery level should be at least 50%);
• that the Wi-Fi network is reliable and stable (only important if you are not using a computer when downloading the software);
• that the USB cable connecting the phone to the computer is working properly.

During the update to 9.0, 8.0, 7.0, 6.0 or earlier versions of Android, it is prohibited to remove the battery or turn off the smartphone.

Interrupting the update process for one of these reasons can lead to irreparable consequences (this cannot be done without the help of service center specialists).

There are two main ways to change Android yourself:

1. Launch the update on the smartphone itself.
2. Changing software modification using a computer.

How to install a new Android without connecting to a computer

The easiest option to change the OS version is to start the process on the smartphone itself.

Usually the system notifies you about the availability of a new version (a notification appears at the top of the gadget screen):

Note: update algorithm to new versionAndroid always the same: it doesn’t matter if the operating system is updated to 5.0, 7.0 or 9.0.

Depending on the phone model and the current firmware modification, the text and design of the notification on the screen may differ.

After receiving the notification, you should click “download” and wait until the software is downloaded to the device.

When Android is downloaded, a message will appear in the notification bar and the user will be asked to install or postpone the process.

Important: before clicking “install now”, it is recommended that you read the information provided above, where the developers warn about the possible loss of personal data and the need to make a backup.

The system does not always notify the user about the availability of a new version of Android. The reason may be a lack of Internet connection or refusal to receive notifications (can be set in the “Software Update” section).

In this case, you can download the new Android manually. To do this you need to follow these steps:

How to update Android OS using a computer

You can change the Android operating system using an application from the manufacturer.

The main purpose of such programs is to create a backup copy of data, transfer photos and videos to a computer and vice versa.

Among such applications we can highlight Samsung kies or Smart switch for Samsung smartphones and Xperia Companion for Sony phones.

Before you change Android 4.4.2, you need to activate a special setting intended for developers - “USB Debugging”. In later versions of the OS, this setting is hidden, and to activate it, you need to do the following:

How to download a new Android using Xperia Companion

To download the firmware to your smartphone using the Xperia Companion program, you must:

Attention: it is impossible to return to the previous version of the OS, about which the user will receive a notification before installation.

How to update using Smart Switch

To install the new Android on Samsung tablets and smartphones, use the Smart Switch and Samsung Kies applications.

To update to 7.0, 8.0 or 9.0 using Smart Switch, you need:

Note: if the notification about the opportunity to download a new version does not appear on the screenAndroid– this means that the latest updates are installed on the device.

How to update Android using Samsung Kies

To update, for example, Android 4.2.2 using Samsung Kies, you need to do the following:

The new firmware may not meet the user's expectations (the appearance of the menu changes, new applications appear and old applications are removed, etc.). Therefore, it is important to read during installation what changes will occur and whether it is worth upgrading.

The Android 8.0 Oreo operating system was released by Google. The next wave of updates for smartphones from different manufacturers will begin soon. Which devices will be upgraded to G8 - read on Trashbox.

Android 8.0 for Google Pixel and Nexus

Smartphones and one tablet from these lines will definitely receive a stable version of Android 8.0 Oreo, since . The list of lucky winners looks like this:

• Nexus 5X.
• Nexus 6P.
• Nexus Player.
• Pixel C.
• Pixel.
• Pixel XL.

Before the final release, two more test builds will be released. It’s safe to say that for all representatives of the Nexus line in this list, the update to the “eight” will be the last. Their active life cycle is already coming to an end - only security system updates remain. Thus, 2017 will be the year of the complete death of the Nexus line.

Android 8.0 for Samsung

Android 8.0 for Samsung smartphones will definitely see the light of day, but many popular gadgets will remain without the latest version. As always, the update will come with a long delay - you can’t expect anything else from the Koreans.

The list of Samsung devices supporting Android 8.0 may look like this:

• Galaxy S8/S8+.
• Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge / S7 Active.
• Galaxy A3/A5/A7 (2017).
• Galaxy A3 / A5 / A7 / A9 (2016) - unlikely.
• Galaxy J5/J7/J7 Prime (2017).
• Galaxy C9/C9 Pro.
• Galaxy Note 7 Fandom Edition.
• Galaxy Note 8 (not yet presented).
• Galaxy Tab S3.

At the same time, you can be sure that the new flagship phablet Galaxy Note 8, which will be shown at the end of summer 2017, will receive Android 7.0 Nougat, and not G8.

Gadgets like the Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy J3/J5 will be left behind as they are either too cheap or their life cycle has already expired.

Android 8.0 for Nokia

Nokia, or rather HMD Global, in collaboration with Google, proudly announced that all its new products based on the Android operating system will be updated to the next major version - 8.0. In addition, devices under the Finnish brand will have speeds at the level of Google Pixel, Nexus and BlackBerry.

Android 8.0 update list for Nokia:

• Nokia 3.
• Nokia 5.
• Nokia 6.
• Nokia 8

Android 8.0 for Xiaomi

Android 8.0 on Xiaomi is a sore subject for owners of gadgets from this Chinese manufacturer. The guys from Xiaomi regularly update their MIUI firmware, adding new features to it, but are too lazy to switch to new versions of the system. But still, MIUI 9 based on Android 8.0 will definitely see the light of day and many Xiaomi devices will receive this update:

• Mi 6/Mi 6 Plus.
• Mi 5S / Mi 5S Plus.
• Redmi Note 4 (most likely Snapdragon only).
• Mi Max / Mi Max 2.
• Mi Note 2.
• Mi Mix.

The rest of the smartphones will either receive MIUI 9 based on Android 7.0, or will remain on their “sixes”.

Android 8.0 for Sony

Many Sony smartphones in the new Xperia X lines have acquired MediaTek processors, which will certainly greatly affect the update policy. Nevertheless, the Japanese have always been famous for their good support, although after the release of the “Seven” they lost a lot.

Exact list of Android 8.0 for Sony:

• Xperia X.
• Xperia X Performance.
• Xperia XZ.
• Xperia X Compact.
• Xperia XZ Premium.
• Xperia XZs.
• Xperia XA1.
• Xperia XA1 Ultra.
• Xperia XA1 Plus.
• Xperia Touch.

Android 8.0 for LG

This Korean company mainly tries to release updates faster than Samsung. The list of LG gadgets supporting Android 8.0 is unlikely to be long, but delays are unlikely:

• G6 / G6+.
• Q6 / Q6α / Q6+.
• V10 / V20.

Android 8.0 for Motorola

Under the wing of the Chinese Lenovo, Motorola with Moto smartphones no longer offers the excellent support that it used to. Updates come with a delay, some devices do not receive the latest version of the system at all, but there are no interface add-ons - only pure Android.

Android 8.0 on Motorola:

• Moto Z.
• Moto Z Droid.
• Moto Z Force Droid.
• Moto Z Play.
• Moto Z Play Droid.
• Moto Z2 Play / Z2 Force.
• Moto X4.
• Moto G4 / Moto G4 Plus.
• Moto G5 / Moto G5 Plus.
• Moto G5S / Moto G5S Plus.

Android 8.0 for Huawei

In June 2017, Chinese tech giant Huawei confirmed that the company is working on optimizing the latest Android 8.0 for its smartphones and tablets. A detailed list of updated gadgets was not disclosed. It probably looks something like this:

• Huawei P10 / P10 Lite / P10 Plus.
• Huawei Mate 8 (unlikely).
• Huawei Mate 9 / Mate 9 Pro / Mate 9 Porsche Design.
• Honor 8 / 8 Pro.
• Honor 9 / 9 Pro.
• Huawei Nova / Nova Plus (unlikely).
• Huawei Nova 2 / Nova 2 Plus.
• Huawei Y3/Y5/Y7.

Android 8.0 for HTC

The gradually fading manufacturer HTC has already announced that its flagships will have not only Android 8.0, but also the next Android P. This mainly applies only to the latest U-series. Thus, Android 8.0 on HTC will most likely be released on these gadgets:

• HTC U11.
• HTC U Ultra.
• HTC U Play.
• HTC Desire 10 Pro.
• HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle.
• HTC 10/10 Evo.

Android 8.0 for OnePlus

This large Chinese company has not yet announced its plans to release Android 8.0 for its smartphones. However, we can confidently expect that these Chinese will not let their customers down by updating as many gadgets as possible in a timely manner. Among them may be:

• ZTE Axon 7 / Axon 7 mini / Axon 7S.
• ZTE Blade V7 / V7 Lite / V8.
• ZTE Axon Pro / Axon Elite / Axon mini.
• Nubia Z11.
• Nubia Z17.

Android 8.0 for BQ

The Spaniards from the BQ company (not to be confused with the Russian BQ-mobile) have always taken a responsible approach to updating a small fleet of devices. Representatives of BQ have already confirmed to the editors of Trashbox that two smartphones under this brand will definitely receive the next “green robot”: The estimated release date for the updates is the end of 2017.

The list is far from final - other BQ devices will probably be included in it. It’s just that these two gadgets came out quite recently and are the flagships of the BQ brand.

The article is being actively refined and updated with new information.

And as it usually happens, Android users are starting to wonder whether their smartphones will get the opportunity to update, or whether Android 8.0 will only be available on newer devices. After the quarter, only a small portion of Android users were able to update, but at the same time, the majority are still using older operating systems.

Thanks to the efforts of Sammobile, a list of Samsung devices has been compiled that will be able to update to the latest OS version. Samsung smartphones of different segments are widespread in many markets, and the company, no matter how you feel about it, tries not to forget even about its old devices.

Let's start with the sad news. The following devices do not have the necessary characteristics to fully run Android 8.0 Oreo, so they will not be updated:

• Galaxy S5 series - received system updates twice (updated to Marshmallow)
• Galaxy Note 5 – just like the S5, updated twice
• Galaxy A series (2016) – updated twice (on Nougate)
• Galaxy J3 (2016) – did not receive updates, is unlikely to ever receive them
• Galaxy J2 (2016) – did not receive updates, is unlikely to ever receive them
• Galaxy J1 – due to the low price segment to which it belongs, is not updated

These devices will be able to update to Android 8.0 Oreo:

• S8/ s8+ are flagships, so an update is natural (soon)
• S8 Active - same thing
• Note 8 is another flagship that will receive a major update for the first time
• Note FE - first update
• S7/ S7+/ edge/ active – last year’s flagships that will receive a second major update
• A8 / A8+ (2018) – fresh solutions in the mid-segment that will definitely receive Android 8.0
• A7, A5, A3 (2017) - Samsung smartphones that are not yet outdated will receive a second major update
• J7 / J5 (2017) / Pro – affordable smartphones will also not be left out
• J7 Max is the first major update
• C9 / C7 Pro – they won’t leave them either
• Tab S3 – and even a tablet

There are a number of devices whose fate Samsung has not yet decided. Technically, devices will be able to run the new version of the operating system, but they will work at the limit of their capabilities. In addition, they have recently received OS updates:

• Galaxy S6 series – leaks and rumors persistently hint at updates, updated twice
• A9 Pro - updated twice, but may also get Android Oreo
• A8 (2016) – quite possible
• J7 (2016) – one major update on the account has
• J5 (2016) – with one major update
• J3 (2017) – unlikely, but there is a chance
• Tab S2 VE (2016) – there are chances
• Tab A (2016) – not yet clear
• J7 Prime (OnNxt) – there is a high probability that it will be updated

If any of the devices is not on this list, this means that it will not receive the update.

Android 8.0 Oreo is now officially available to users - its source code has been transferred to the Android Open Source Project. Starting August 21st, Android 8.0 will have a lot of testing ahead of it - testing at the carrier/network level, as well as testing across devices. For manufacturers, this is the start of the testing process to integrate the latest version of Android on their devices.

Google has confirmed that it plans to update or launch Android Oreo on devices from the following manufacturers:

Pixel/Nexus devices

Google began rolling out Android 8.0 as a public beta to some of the latest Pixel and Nexus devices in May 2017, but now the new version of the OS will officially arrive on them. Here they are:

• Google Pixel
• Google Pixel XL
• Nexus 5X
• Nexus 6P

Pixel C and Nexus Player will also receive the update, but we have no idea when that will happen.

Asus

Along with the official launch of five new ZenFone 4 models, Asus has confirmed that all ZenFone 4 and ZenFone 3 models will be updated to Android 8.0 in the second half of 2018.

Asus also revealed that ZenFone 3 will receive the latest ZenUI 4.0 soon after the launch of ZenFone 4.

BlackBerry

BlackBerry hasn't announced which devices will be updated to Android 8.0. The company has currently launched four Android smartphones: Priv, DTEK50, DTEK60 and KeyOne. The last one runs on Android Nougat.

It has been confirmed that none of them will be updated to Android Oreo. However, we suspect that KeyOne will (at least) get new software, but probably not until 2018.

HTC

The "compressible" HTC U11 may have only recently been released, but the company has already announced that it plans to update it to Android Oreo, as well as the as-yet-unannounced Android 9.0. Also, most likely, the following models will receive the update at the end of 2017 and early next year:

• HTC U Ultra
• HTC U Play
• HTC Desire 10 Pro
• HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle
• HTC 10 Evo
• HTC 10

Huawei

Huawei has not yet confirmed which of its smartphones will receive Android 8.0. Some of its 2016 devices still run Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

The new version may not appear on the company's devices until early 2018. The software is said to be being tested on the Mate 9, so it could be one of the first Huawei devices to run Android 8.0. Other smartphones from the company that are planned to be updated to Android Oreo:

• Huawei P8 Lite (2017)
• Huawei P9 Lite (2017)
• Huawei P10 (VTR-L09, VTRL29, VTR-AL00, VTR-TL00)
• Huawei P10 lite (Lx1, Lx2, Lx3)
• Huawei Honor 8 Lite
• Huawei Honor 9 (AL00, AL10, TL10)
• Huawei GR3 (2017)
• Huawei Y7 Prime
• Huawei Nova Lite
• Huawei Nova 2 (PIC-AL00)
• Huawei Nova 2 Plus (BAC-AL00)
• Huawei Honor 8 Pro
• Huawei P10 Plus
• Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design
• Huawei Mate 9
• Huawei Mate 9 Pro
• Huawei Nexus 6P

LG

LG has not yet announced its plans for the Android 8.0 Oreo update. However, it is assumed that the following smartphones from the company will receive Android 8.0:

• LG G6 (H870, H870DS, US987)
• LG G5(H850, H858, US996, H860N)
• LG V30 will be updated if it no longer ships with Android O
• LG V20(H990DS, H990N, US996)
• LG V10 (H960, H960A, H960AR)
• LG Nexus 5X
• LG Q8
• LG Q6
• LG X Venture
• LG Pad IV 8.0

Lenovo

Lenovo successfully produces smartphones both under its own brand and under the Motorola brand. Models of the company's native brand that will receive an update to Android 8.0:

• Lenovo A6000
• Lenovo A7000 Turbo
• Lenovo P2
• Lenovo K6
• Lenovo K6 Note
• Lenovo K6 Power
• Lenovo K6 Prime
• Lenovo Zuk Z2
• Lenovo Zuk Z2 Plus
• Lenovo Zuk Z2 Pro
• Lenovo A6600 Plus
• Lenovo Vibe X1
• Leno Vibe X2
• Lenovo Z2 Plus
• Lenovo Zuk Edge

Meizu

Meizu devices have just begun to gain popularity among our users. However, only three smartphones from the company will receive Android 8.0:

• Meizu Mx 5
• Meizu M3
• Meizu M2 Note

Motorola

Motorola smartphones were previously among the earliest devices to receive updates. With Android 8.0, things may be different. Lenovo has not yet announced its Moto update plans, but it could very well be that the first Motorola smartphones will receive Android 8.0 in November/December 2017. Full list of Motorola smartphones that will be updated to Android Oreo:

• Moto G5 Plus (XT1684, XT1685, XT1687)
• Moto G5 (All Models)
• Moto G4 Plus (All models)
• Moto G4 (All models)
• Moto Z (XT1635-03)
• Moto Z2 Play
• Moto Z Play
• Moto Z Style
• Moto Z Force

Nokia

HMD Global has confirmed that it plans to bring Android 8.0 to its next smartphones:

• Nokia 8
• Nokia 6
• Nokia 5
• Nokia 3

Oppo

Oppo does not have a wide list of devices that will receive the latest version of Android. But still, owners of the following smartphones will be interested in the fact that their device will be updated to Android 8.0 before the beginning of 2018:

• OPPO F3 Plus
• OPPO R11
• OPPO R11 Plus
• OPPO Find 9

OnePlus

OnePlus has announced that it will be rolling out the Android 8.0 update to the OnePlus 3 and 3T smartphones. Moreover, the company has confirmed that the update will be available until the end of 2017.

So, here are the confirmed OnePlus smartphones receiving Android Oreo:

• OnePlus 5
• OnePlus 3T
• OnePlus 3

Samsung

Samsung is the powerhouse of the Android world, however, the company has not yet officially provided complete information on updates. However, the following Samsung devices are expected to receive Android 8.0:

• Samsung Galaxy S8
• Samsung Galaxy S8+
• Samsung Galaxy Note 8
• Samsung Galaxy S7
• Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
• Samsung Galaxy S7 Active
• Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)
• Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
• Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017)
• Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
• Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017)
• Samsung Galaxy Note FE
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3
• Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro
• Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro
• Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime

Less likely:

• Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro
• Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)
• Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016)
• Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016)
• Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 VE (2016)
• Samsung Galaxy A

We are waiting for official news from Samsung and will update the list as soon as it arrives.

Sony Xperia

Sony Mobile has not yet announced which Xperia smartphone will receive Android Oreo, but rumors claim that the list looks like this:

• Sony Xperia XZ Premium
• Sony Xperia XZs
• Sony Xperia XA1
• Sony Xperia L1
• Sony Xperia X Compact
• Sony Xperia XZ
• Sony Xperia X performance
• Sony Xperia X
• Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

Xiaomi

Xiaomi is a popular brand in Russia and the CIS and for this reason it is important to know which smartphones from the company will potentially receive Android 8.0.

• Xiaomi Mi 6
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (Upcoming)
• Xiaomi Redmi Pro 2 (Upcoming)
• Xiaomi Mi 5s
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
• Xiaomi Mi Max
• Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus
• Xiaomi Mi Note 2
• Xiaomi Mi Mix

Vivo

Vivo is one of the leaders in selling Android smartphones. The company is trying not only to keep up with new trends, but also to get ahead. Here are which Vivo models will receive Android 8.0:

• VIVO X9 Plus
• VIVO X9
• Vivo v5
• Vivo V5 Plus
• V5 Lite
• V3 Max

ZTE

ZTE is evasive about which of its smartphones will receive Android 8.0, citing many factors, including the hardware capabilities of the smartphone. However, there is no doubt that sooner or later the following ZTE smartphones will receive Android 8.0:

• ZTE Axon 7
• ZTE Axon 7 Mini
• ZTE Blade V8
• ZTE Blade V7
• ZTE Axon Pro
• ZTE Axon 7s
• ZTE Nubia Z17
• ZTE Max XL
• ZTE Axon Elite
• ZTE Axon Mini

There's no clear time frame for the update yet, but at least we now know which smartphones will receive Android 8.0.

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