Galaxy A5 2017 units got updated with July security patch but still on Marshmallow

Galaxy A5 2017 units have got updated with July security patch but still no Nougat firmware. The Galaxy A7 2017 Korean variant has received Nougat update two days ago yet both device are expected to receive the update in a few days. Samsung rolled out monthly security updates for Galaxy A5 2017 variants carrying July security patch. The update arrives as build A520FXXU2AQG4 for Galaxy A5 2017 SM-A520F while A520WVLS1AQG2 for Galaxy A5 2017 SM-A520W, brings July security patch for Galaxy A5 2017 along minor system enhancements and bug fixes to unsure stability.

The update has started rolling out for multiple regions as we speak, if you are getting impatient to see latest firmware update on Galaxy A5 2017 then head to Settings > About phone > System updates. If you are serious about your device protection to keep it clean from Malware and Exposures then directly head towards Settings > About device > System updates. You will get the update notification if the update is available for your region, simply download the update and let it install automatically.

Firmware details!

Device name: Galaxy A5 2017

Model: SM-A520F/A520W

Android version: Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Android security patch level: July 1, 2017

Build No: A520FXXU2AQG4/A520WVLS1AQG2

If you wish to update your device via Samsung Kies, follow this guide.

Download A520FXXU2AQG4 firmware tar. Here

Download A520WVLS1AQG2 firmware tar. Here

Then follow this guide to install latest firmware via Odin on your Samsung device.

Give us your feedback about the improvements you see in the latest firmware on your device. Stay tune for more updates.

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