Download and Install Android 8.0.0 Oreo on Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus using official G955FXXU2CRED firmware update. On 23rd May 2018, Samsung released the Indian (INS) update through OTA (over the air).
This update comes with the latest security patch and upgraded Samsung Experience 9.0. Along with that, it also features newly designed emoji characters, revamped Samsung Pay, a new color lens, enhanced Samsung DeX, smooth user interface, and revamped device biometrics.
If you haven’t received this update through OTA, then go ahead and manually flash it through the step by step process given below. Note that this is an official Stock ROM released by Samsung and is not any kind of third party custom firmware.
If you have rooted your device, then after flashing this official update your root access will be revoked. Overall the entire performance can significantly be increased with this Oreo update.
How to Install Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Android 8.0.0 G955FXXU2CRED
If you are impatient to enjoy the all-new Android Oreo, then proceed to the actual guide on how to install the latest Android 8.0.0 Oreo XXU2CRED official firmware on the SM-G955FD smartphone given below.
Firmware Details
- Model: SM-G955FD
- Model Name: Galaxy S8 Plus
- Country: India
- Version: Android 8.0.0 Oreo
- Build date: May 23, 2018
- Product Code: INS
- PDA: G955FXXU2CRED
- CSC: G955FOXM2CREB
- PHONE: G955FXXU2CRE3
Disclaimer
Proceed at your own risk. We at DroidThunder.com will not be held responsible if your phone gets bricked by following this guide.
Compatibility
This Android 8.0.0 Oreo XXU2CRED firmware is only for Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus having model number SM-G955FD. Installing this firmware update on any other device or variant can brick your phone.
Pre-Requisites
- Charge your device at least up to 60% before moving ahead.
- Backup of your contacts, apps, messages, call logs, notes, etc.
- Install Samsung USB drivers on your PC so as to detect your phone when connected with USB cable.
- Also, enable USB debugging mode from your settings.
- (Optional) Temporary disable all the security tools on your PC.
Downloads
Samsung Firmware Installation Guide
Now that you’ve downloaded the latest update, it is time to install it on your device. Follow our guide given below to flash the Android 8.0.0 update.
Conclusion
Finally! This is how you can flash the latest official Android 8.0.0 Oreo XXU2CRED firmware on your Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus SM-G955FD smartphone. You can confirm the same from Menu > Settings > About Phone.
