This update includes improvements to functions as listed below.
The exact changes may differ depending on your device model, country, and service provider.
To get the best from your device, please keep your device up to date and regularly check for software updates.
Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 5G (SCT22)
Build Number : SCT22KDSBDZB7
Android version : B(Android 16)
Release Date : 2026-03-09
Security patch level : 2026-02-05
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDSADYL1
Android version : B(Android 16)
Release Date : 2026-01-07
Security patch level : 2025-12-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU9DYJ4
Android version : B(Android 16)
Release Date : 2025-11-12
Security patch level : 2025-09-01
One UI 8.0 (Android 16)
Personalization
Enhanced Lock screen widgets
Do more on your Lock screen with brief widgets. 2 x 2 size widgets are now available, and the widget area is now larger so you can add even more widgets. You can choose either a horizontal or vertical widget layout.
Productivity
Check stock prices without unlocking
Stocks you follow on Google Finance with big price changes will appear on your Now bar at the end of the trading day.
Easier file sharing with Quick Share
It's never been easier to send and receive files. Tap the Quick Share button in quick settings to get started. You can receive files while the Quick Share screen is open and send files to others directly from Quick Share.
Sticky notes
Add quick annotations on top of documents in Samsung Notes. There's no limit to the number of sticky notes you can add, and it's easy to remove them later without disturbing the original document.
Find downloads fast
You can now filter files based on the app that was used to download them. Works in the Downloaded and Recent views in My Files.
Multi-pane file browsing
It's easier to keep track of file paths when using My Files on a large screen. When you open a new folder, a new pane will be opened to show what's inside so you can easily get back to where you came from.
Redesigned Samsung Internet
Access the features you need quickly. The Samsung Internet menu has been optimized to make it easy to access the features you use most. You can also customize the layout to match your personal preferences.
Multitasking
Discover the new Samsung DeX
Easily access a desktop workspace any time by swiping down from the handle at the top of the screen and seamlessly switch between tablet view and DeX.
Enhanced split screen view
While 2 apps are open in split screen view, you can push one app against the edge of the screen to keep it partially visible while giving most of your focus to the other app. Tap the smaller app any time to switch between them quickly.
Open 3 apps in split screen
While your tablet is in landscape orientation, you can now open 3 apps side-by-side. Apps will appear in portrait view, just like they would look on a standard phone screen.
Reminder
New Reminder interface
The Reminder app has been redesigned with categories shown at the top of the screen, making it easier to see how many reminders are in each category with a quick glance. Custom categories can be hidden with a quick tap to free up more screen space. Tap one more time to make them appear again.
New sample reminders
Discover the power of reminders. Sample reminder templates are now available in the Reminder app. Explore these reminders to see what you can do to manage important tasks in your life.
Add reminders easily
It's never been easier to add new reminders. Just type your reminder into the box at the bottom of the screen. Suggestions will appear as you type that you can tap to save time. You can add checklists, locations, and pictures using the buttons below the text box. Or, if you don't want to type at all, tap the Mic icon for voice input.
Calendar
Multi-pane view
See more at once on large screens in landscape view. You can view your monthly schedule and the schedule for an individual day side by side.
Manage reminders in Calendar
You can easily create reminders in the Calendar app without opening the Reminder app. Whenever you tap the + button, you'll have the choice of adding an event or a reminder. You can also drag and drop reminders on your calendar to reschedule them.
Add events quickly
When you start adding an event in the quick add menu, you'll get suggestions for event names and times based on your past events. Just tap one of the suggestions to add an event without additional typing.
Samsung Health
Bedtime guidance
Get to sleep at the right time so you wake up feeling refreshed. The new Bedtime guidance feature analyzes your sleep data and recommends the best time to go to sleep each night.
Running challenges
In addition to step challenges, you can now challenge your friends to run. You can set a target distance and see who gets there the fastest or set a time limit and see who runs the farthest.
Food recording reminders
Stay on track to meet your calorie goals. You can now set reminders for recording your food intake in Samsung Health.
Photo and video
Swipe up or down to open quick controls
Access quick controls in Camera even quicker than before by swiping up or down anywhere in the preview area. In Camera settings, change the Swipe up/down option to open quick controls.
Audio enhancements
Quick access to Galaxy Buds settings
It's easier than ever before to control your Galaxy Buds. You can now adjust Buds settings directly from your tablet's Settings without the need to open the Galaxy Wearable app.
Communication
Improved profile cards
It's easier to create and edit your profile card to get the perfect layout for your name and picture. After creating, you can share your profile card so other people can see it when you call them.
Review recorded calls in Contacts
It's now easier to review your past conversations. Calls you've recorded now appear on the contact history screen.
Security and privacy
Enhanced Secure Folder
Keep sensitive apps and data in a separate, protected area of your tablet. You can now set Secure Folder to close apps and prevent notifications when you lock it. You can also completely hide and encrypt your Secure Folder for maximum protection.
Stronger account security
Knox Matrix regularly scans devices signed in to your Samsung account for security risks. When a serious risk is found on a device, that device will be automatically signed out of your Samsung account to protect the security risk from spreading to your account and other devices. You can check the security status of your devices any time in Security and privacy settings.
Show or hide notification content while locked
The option to show or hide notification content while your tablet is locked is now located in Notifications settings. Choose to show content for quick access to notifications without unlocking your tablet, or choose to hide content to keep your notifications private and prevent others from seeing them.
Accessibility
Pinch and zoom with the Assistant menu
The Assistant menu now provides more ways to zoom in and out on the screen. In addition to dragging with one finger, you can now adjust the zoom level by pressing buttons on the screen.
Control mouse actions with your keyboard
If you can't or don't want to use a mouse, turn on Mouse keys in Accessibility settings to use your physical keyboard to move the mouse pointer, click, hold, and scroll.
Magnify your keyboard
You can now make the keys on the on-screen keyboard larger so they're easier to see and tap. Turn on Magnify keyboard while typing in Magnification settings to try it.
Easily pair Bluetooth hearing aids
You can now pair and connect your Bluetooth hearing aid devices directly on the Hearing aid support screen in Accessibility settings.
Modes and routines
New preset routines
Check out the new preset routines for weather and other advanced conditions. Use them as they are, or customize them to meet your needs.
New routine actions
New actions are available for getting data from the Clock, Calendar, and Samsung Notes apps. After you get data, you can use it in other conditions or actions in your routine.
Even more improvements
Enhanced multitasking with Google Gemini
Get help from Gemini while keeping other apps visible. Gemini now takes up less space on the screen and provides an option to easily switch to split-screen view.
Easily organize alarms
You can now add existing alarms to an alarm group by tapping the + button on the Alarm group screen. You can also add an alarm group to a widget on your Home screen so you can turn all of the alarms in the group on or off with a single tap.
Enhanced app notification settings
You can now choose the pop-up notification style for each app separately in the app’s notification settings.
Revamped weather visuals
The Weather app now provides more rich and realistic images to help you intuitively understand the current weather conditions.
Build Number : SCT22KDS9CYI2
Android version : V(Android 15)
Release Date : 2025-09-29
Security patch level : 2025-09-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDS8CYG2
Android version : V(Android 15)
Release Date : 2025-08-05
Security patch level : 2025-07-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU7CYE4
Android version : V(Android 15)
Release Date : 2025-06-11
Security patch level : 2025-05-01
■OS update notice■
Android™ 15 OS update is now available.
The implementation of the OS update will add new functions, improve usability, and change the names of functions and items.
Please check the details and notes about the update on the website of au in advances, and then implement the update.
Please back up data before implementing the OS update.
After implementing the OS update, you cannot revert to the old one.
As the update file size is large, please use Wi-Fi®.
During the OS update, you cannot do anything including sending and receiving emails.
Please implement the OS update when the battery is fully charged.
Build Number : SCT22KDS7BYA1
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2025-02-05
Security patch level : 2025-01-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU7BXK1
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-12-01
Security patch level : 2024-11-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU5BXHB
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-10-09
Security patch level : 2024-08-01
One UI 6.1.1 Update
Be more productive
Suggested actions for Smart select
Take action quickly based on what's shown on your screen. When you select something on your screen with Smart select, you'll now get suggested actions related to your selection. You can quickly call phone numbers, locate addresses, enhance images, and more. Smart select can now be accessed in the Apps Edge panel.
Enhanced multi window experience
It's easier than ever to switch between picture-in-picture and split screen. Touch and hold a video playing in picture-in-picture, then drag it to the side of the screen where you want to play it.
Easier file copying and moving
It's easier than ever to find the right folder when copying or moving files in My Files. You can now choose the destination folder in a pop-up window so you can easily return the original folder when you're finished.
Create file shortcuts on the Home screen
Get faster access to the files you use most. Touch and hold any file in My Files, then use your other hand to navigate to the Home screen. Drop the file anywhere on your Home screen to create a shortcut to the file.
Improved thumbnail image display
See how images will appear before you open them. Thumbnail images for pictures and videos in My Files now appear in the original aspect ratio.
Highlight your schedule
Mark important dates on your calendar quickly and neatly. Use the straight-line highlighter with your S Pen to mark important dates on your calendar in month view. You can also now erase highlighted sections without erasing other pen marks.
More message filtering options
When you create a routine that starts when you receive a message or notification, you now have more fine-tuned control. You can add multiple keywords and choose to start the routine when all keywords are included or when any keyword is included in the message or notification.
Create epic images
Clip just what you need
Touch and hold a person or object in any photo to clip it. You can now clip multiple items at once. After clipping, you can easily turn your selection into a sticker or copy and paste it somewhere else.
Even more improvements
Design and share your profile card
Design your own profile card with your name and picture that other Galaxy users can see when you call them or when they view your contact info. You can also create profile cards for other people in your contacts so you can see their card when they call you.
Skim through videos quickly
Save time and effort with new video seek controls in the Video Player app. Double tap the right side of the screen to go forward 5 seconds. Double tap the left side of the screen to go back 5 seconds.
Answer calls with a tap instead of a swipe
If you have difficulty swiping, you can set your phone to answer calls with a simple tap of a button.
Get frequent weather updates
Stay prepared for sudden weather changes. Weather information now automatically updates at least once every hour to make sure you always have the latest forecasts.
Extra-strong security
If you have special security needs, you can now set Auto Blocker to apply maximum restrictions to get the highest level of protection against malware and security threats. Hyperlinks and automatic downloading attachments in messages are blocked, location data is removed when sharing pictures, and shared albums in Gallery can't be used.
Enhanced Assistant menu
You can now open the quick panel with just one tap. You also have greater control of physical buttons. Use the Assistant menu to press and hold or double press the Side button.
Build Number : SCT22KDU5BXG5
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-08-26
Security patch level : 2024-07-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDS4BXF1
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-07-01
Security patch level : 2024-06-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU3BXDF
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-05-20
Security patch level : 2024-04-01
One UI 6.1 Upgrade
Create epic images
Copy and paste from one image to another
Add a missing element to your picture. Just clip an object from an image in Gallery, then go to the image where you want to paste it and choose Paste from clipboard in the More options menu.
More accurate image clipping
Get exactly the area you need to clip without any unwanted parts. When you clip an image in Gallery, you have the option of editing the selected area before you save it so you can get your selection just right.
Improved Gallery search
The search screen has been redesigned to make it easier to use. Results are now categorized by type, such as people, places, albums, or stories.
Change playback speed
More videos now support changing the playback speed when you edit a video in Gallery. You can make your video play faster or slower in a specific section that you select or for the entire video.
Edit videos on multiple devices
You can now continue your edits on your phone, tablet, or PC. Export your Studio projects to a file that can be opened on other Galaxy devices.
Customize your Galaxy
New wallpaper editing features
Decorate your wallpaper however you like. When you select an image to use as your wallpaper, you can now apply frames and effects. When your wallpaper includes a person or animal, you can apply depth effects to make the subject stand out from the background.
More widgets for your Lock screen
Additional widgets are available for your Lock screen and Always On Display so you can quickly check useful information without unlocking your phone. The new widgets include Weather, Samsung Health, Battery, Reminder, Calendar, and Clock.
Customize alarm alerts
Use an image, video, or AR emoji to create your own custom alert screens for each alarm. You can even change the layout of where the alarm information appears on the screen.
More stickers to personalize your calendar
You can now add up to 2 stickers for each date on your calendar. Stickers for events are now shown next to the event name in Month view.
Revamped Calendar settings
Calendar settings have been reorganized to be more intuitive. You can also set background colors and images for full-screen calendar alerts.
Customize reminder alerts
Create the right background for each of your reminders. You can now set colors and background images for full-screen reminder alerts.
Do more with reminder categories
You can now choose a representative icon for each reminder category. You can also pin categories you use frequently to the top of the category list.
Turn modes on or off from the Home screen
Turn modes on and off more quickly than before. The new Mode widget lets you add modes directly to your Home screen.
Reorder your modes
You can now change the order that modes are listed on the Modes tab in Modes and Routines.
New routine conditions
You can now start a routine when an alarm of your choice starts ringing or when Smart View connects or disconnects.
Relumino outline
Turn on Relumino outline in Accessibility settings to highlight the outlines of objects in images and videos to make them easier to distinguish for people with low vision.
Connect and share
Share with more devices
Quick Share has merged with Google's Nearby Share. In addition to Galaxy devices, you can now share with other Android devices even without an internet connection.
Sync Internet tab groups with other devices
Easily pick up where you left off during your last browsing session no matter which device you were using. Tab groups that you create on one device will appear in Samsung Internet on other Galaxy devices signed in to your Samsung account.
Protect your data
Enhanced data protection in Samsung Cloud
Rest assured that no one can access your data but you, even if there's a data breach. You can turn on end-to-end encryption for data that's synced with Samsung Cloud.
Fast and secure sign-ins with passkeys
Passkeys provide more security for web sign-ins without the need to remember complicated passwords. Use passkeys to sign in to supported websites with biometric authentication in Samsung Internet.
Manage your health
Enhanced exercise experience
Compete against your past running results in Samsung Health to try to beat your previous time. You can also crop exercises after you finish to remove any unnecessary time at the beginning or end.
More options for daily activity targets
You now have more options for setting your daily activity targets in Samsung Health. If a step goal doesn't work for you, you can change to floors climbed or active hours instead.
Improved cycle tracking
When you record your physical symptoms and moods, options you've used frequently in the past will appear at the top of the screen. You can also now set custom moods if the default options don't match how you're feeling.
Even more improvements
Easier to access Video call effects and Mic mode
Video call effects and Mic mode will now appear in the quick panel during voice and video calls so you can control how others see and hear you during calls. You can set a background color or image, focus on your voice by blocking background sounds, and more.
More information in the Weather widget
The weather widget will let you know when severe thunderstorms, snowfall, or other precipitation is on the forecast in your local area.
Voice input without leaving the keyboard
The keyboard now remains visible while using voice input so you can easily switch back to typing whenever you need to. Tap the mic button at the bottom of the screen to enter text using your voice at any time while using the keyboard.
Keyboard shortcut for split-screen view
Instantly snap an app to one side of the screen. If you're using a physical keyboard, press the Cmd (Windows) key + Ctrl key + Left or Right arrow key.
Open all minimized apps at once
A new button lets you reopen all of the minimized apps at once when you have more than one pop-up window minimized.
Google search suggestions in Finder
When you search using Finder, you’ll also get suggested web searches from Google.
More ways to protect your battery
Choose from 3 different protection options to help extend your battery's lifespan. Basic protection keeps your charge between 95% and 100%. Adaptive protection pauses charging while you're asleep and finishes charging just before you wake up. You can also choose to limit the maximum charge to 80% for maximum protection.
Build Number : SCT22KDS3BXD6
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-04-22
Security patch level : 2024-04-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDS2BXB2
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-03-04
Security patch level : 2024-02-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Build Number : SCT22KDU1BWL3
Android version : U(Android 14)
Release Date : 2024-01-23
Security patch level : 2023-12-01
■OS update notice■
Android™ 14 OS update is now available.
The implementation of the OS update will add new functions, improve usability, and change the names of functions and items.
Please check the details and notes about the update on the website of au in advances, and then implement the update.
Please back up data before implementing the OS update.
After implementing the OS update, you cannot revert to the old one.
As the update file size is large, please use Wi-Fi®.
During the OS update, you cannot do anything including sending and receiving emails.
Please implement the OS update when the battery is fully charged.
Build Number : SCT22KDS1AWK1
Android version : T(Android 13)
Release Date : 2023-12-06
Security patch level : 2023-11-01
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.