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 C8 (SM-C7100)

Build Number : C7100ZHU1BSB2
Android version : Oreo(Android 8.1.0)
Release Date : 2019-04-18
Security patch level : 2018-12-01
Samsung Experience 9.5 upgrade with Android Oreo

Samsung Experience 9.5 brings you Android Oreo, with exciting new features from Samsung and Google based on feedback from users like you.

We recommend that you back up your important data to keep it safe during the upgrade.
Some apps, including Samsung Internet, Samsung Notes, and Email, should be updated individually before you can update your OS.

Here’s what’s new.

Quick Panel
- Manage notifications for each app with notification categories (supported apps only).
- Icons will be shown at the bottom of the notification panel for notifications that aren't currently visible.

Home Screen
- Touch and hold an app to display shortcuts to common or recommended tasks within the app (supported apps only).
- Notification badges on app icons are linked with the notification panel. Clear a notification in one location, and it will also be cleared in the other location.

Samsung Keyboard
- The toolbar gives quick access to useful functions.
- The GIF keyboard lets you send GIFs.
- More high-contrast keyboards are available.

System Performance
- Background services are limited to improve performance and battery life.
- Currently running apps will always be shown in the notification panel.

Lock Screen and Always On Display
- New clock styles for the Lock screen and Always On Display.
- Adjust the transparency of notifications to get the look you want.

Samsung account
- Control your account settings and profile information for multiple apps.
- Tap your profile picture on the main Settings page to access your profile information and account settings.

Samsung Cloud
- View and manage photos and notes stored only in Samsung Cloud.
- Select specific items to delete or restore from your backups.
- See how big each backup is and how many items it contains.

Find My Mobile
- Back up Secure Folder remotely in Samsung Cloud when your phone is lost.

Other improvements
- Bluetooth now supports high-quality audio codecs, including AAC and Sony LDAC.
- Samsung Health's new sticky notification lets you see your step count at a glance.
Build Number : C7100ZHU1ARG2
Android version : Nougat(Android 7.1.1)
Release Date : 2018-08-08
Security patch level : 2018-06-01
- The latest Android security patch has been applied.
ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.
Build Number : C7100ZHU1ARB1
Android version : Nougat(Android 7.1.1)
Release Date : 2018-03-08
- The latest Android security patch has been applied.
ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.
Build Number : C7100ZHU1AQI4
Android version : Nougat(Android 7.1.1)
Release Date : 2017-10-07
- Other bug fixes
ㆍFixed an issue that do not match search queries when searching contacts.
ㆍFixed an issue that Line app's camera function does not work.
- The latest Android security patch has been applied.
ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.