Top 3 Options to Update Samsung Tablet Successfully

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To ensure that it remains in the perfect working order, your Samsung tablet needs a firmware update every now and then. Apart from ensuring that your device is in good working order and preventing some operation issues, a firmware update is also one of the ways to improve the features on your tablet and introduce new features.

There are several ways to update your Samsung device and enjoy the many new features. Some methods are easy to accomplish while others may require a lot of steps that may be confusing for the average user. This article will share with you three ways to update your Samsung tablet. Each of these methods is unique in its own way and may come in handy under certain circumstances.

You can also check the comparison table before finding more details about the three methods. 

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Option 1. Update Samsung Tablet with The Best & All-in-One Software

One of the best ways to update your Samsung tablet is to use iMyFone Fixppo for Android. This all-in-one software is actually designed to help you fix all system issues your Android device may be facing. But it can also be used to easily access and install the software on the device. This program can make the process easy, accessible and highly successful.

The following are some of the features that make Fixppo for Android the perfect solution:

  • It has already been recommended by MacworldCult of MacPayetteforwardMakeuseof and so on.

  • You can use it with a 100% success rate.

  • You only need to click the button 3 times to complete this process.

  • It is compatible with all Samsung tablet and all Android OS versions.

  • It is also very easy to use, with a simple user interface that makes it easy for even the beginner to update or fix the device.

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The following is a step by step guide to help you use Fixppo for Android to update a Samsung tablet: 

Step 1: Download and install the program on to your computer. Launch it and in the main interface, click on "Start" to begin. In the next window, provide the details about the Samsung tablet you are trying to update. Click on "Download Firmware" to continue.

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Step 2: The program will download the necessary firmware and extract it on your computer. Here, it is important that you ensure the details you provided about the device are correct. Once you are certain all the details are correct, connect the tablet to the computer and then follow the on-screen instructions to put the device in download mode.

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Step 3: With the device in download mode, the program will begin fixing any issues that may be manifesting on the device while at the same time updating the software. When the process is complete, the tablet will reboot and run the latest version of Android.

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One of the main benefits of using iMyFone Fixppo for Android to update your device is that it will work even if you are unable to download the update over the air. It is also the ideal tool when your device is not functioning correctly and you want to fix it. You can download a free trial version of Fixppo for Android now.

Option 2. Update Samsung Tablet without PC

If you don't want to use software to update the device and you can update over the air, you can update the tablet using its settings. To ensure this update process is as seamless as possible, ensure that the battery is at 40% when not charging or at 20% when plugged in. Your device must also be connected to a Wi-Fi network. Usually, the tablet will send you a notification when an update is available. Otherwise, follow these simple steps to update the device manually:

Step 1: Open the settings on your device.

Step 2: Select "About Device" and then tap on "Software update".

Step 3: If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to install it. Your device may reboot to complete the process.

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Option 3. Update Samsung Tablet from PC

Your Samsung tablet often comes with companion software usually known as Samsung Kies. This software can be used to set up many functions of your Samsung device and may also be useful in installing software updates on the device.

Step 1: The first thing to do is to download Samsung Kies to your computer. You can find the latest version on Samsung's official website. Ensure that you get the latest version to ensure it functions correctly.  

Step 2: With the software installed on your computer, connect the USB cable to a compatible port on the computer and then connect the other end of the cable to your device.

Step 3: Open Samsung Kies, wait for the program to recognize the device and then click on "Tools" and select "Firmware upgrade and Initialization".

Step 4: Click on "Update" and the process will begin immediately.  

Step 5: Follow the on-screen instructions and keep the device connected until the process is complete. Your device may turn off and on several times during the update process. When the update is complete, the device will revert back to the home screen.

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Conclusion

Whichever of the three methods you choose to use, your Samsung tablet will be updated to the latest version of Android and therefore function at a higher level. Share your thoughts with us on which method is ideal for you. Our comments section below is always open and we'd love to hear from you.

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By  Robert Moore , to Android Issues

Posted on Aug 02, 2019  ( Updated: Oct 15, 2019 )

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