How to update manually on Android smartphones Xiaomi, Samsung and other manufacturers
Android / / December 19, 2019
Instructions in case if the latest firmware is already out, but the gadget does not offer upgrade.
Why should I upgrade to Android smartphone
Each new version of Android brings both internal and external changes. This can be a simple redesign of the menu interface or a completely new energy saving algorithms. Minor updates can close the hole in the protection of user data or simply to correct minor bugs.
Each OS update - this improvement, a step forward, new features and best optimization.
Useless updates do not happen. Even if you have not noticed the difference before and after the firmware code changes may very well save you from a recent malware threats. Regardless of the scale update ignore it just not worth it.
Why not come an update to Android
Even after the official launch of a fresh version of the system for your device welcome update may be delayed. This is due to the fact that the distribution of the air updates (Over The Air - OTA) is carried out systematically, gradually taking over more and more regions of the world. In order not to wait until the new firmware will be available on your smartphone, you can resort to update manually.
How to check the presence of OTA-upgrade
If your smartphone or tablet may receive updates over the air, then check the availability of latest firmware is possible through settings system. Usually needed for this option is hidden in the "System", "On device" or "About phone." The name she is also quite logical - "System Update" or "Software Update."
Clicking on the check button, you will know whether it is possible to download the update now.
How else to update Android on your smartphone
Not all smartphones sold officially in Russia updatable over the air. In such cases, download and install the new firmware can be carried out in other ways, which are also suitable for those who simply can not wait for the OTA-update.
Meizu
Meizu allows itself to download the latest OS for the selected smartphone directly from the official site company. Download the required files can be directly on the smartphone via a mobile browser or using a PC and then copy the firmware file. In any case, the archive with the update will need to be moved to the root folder of your device.
The downloaded file can be opened via the built-in explorer. The system itself will offer to use the files to update the device. Meizu is usually recommended to install updates to the full cleaning memory.
Asus
When you manually update Asus smartphone you just have to download the firmware file and upload it to the root directory of the memory of the smartphone. Firmware itself is loaded with special section company website, where in a search string you need to specify the exact model gadget.
After clicking on the link of your model remains open point of support in the list of drivers and utilities to choose «BIOS and software." This section displays all available firmware for your gadget. Now you need to download a file and transfer it to your device. After the restart, the system curtain will be notified about the possibility of upgrade using this archive.
Samsung
Samsung Smartphones and easily updated over the air, but if there is such a need, we can do it, and through its own program Smart Switch PC. When you connect your smartphone to your computer it will allow to check the availability of the latest firmware for your model, and download it. To update, simply follow the instructions on the screen.
Xiaomi
System update
Not everyone smartphones Xiaomi, ordered from China, support the automatic update. Some have sewn their own. The easiest method is similar to that described in the Meizu and Asus. You will also need to download the firmware site MIUI, and under the system upgrade in the options selected as a source of the downloaded file.
Update via Recovery
It is also possible to update smartphone through Recovery, previously downloading firmware corresponding to this method in the phone memory. Archive must be named update.zip, it was his mode Recovery mode you need to start by selecting Install update.zip to System One. Upon successful completion, only need to reboot.
Update in Fastboot mode
A third method of Xiaomi smartphones firmware - in Fastboot mode. To go to his smartphone clamped off the power button and volume down, after which the display should appear rabbit. This method will require unlock bootloader and install on your PC a special program MiFlash.
Connect your phone to your PC via USB and log into MiFlash. Next, using the Browse button, you need to specify the folder containing the unzipped firmware download for Fastboot mode. If your smartphone is recognized MiFlash, will only have to press Flash button to upgrade.
Huawei
Most of Huawei smartphone without any problems updated over the air, but if you are "lucky" to become the owner of a model with a questionable firmware, it is necessary to resort to using tools HiSuite. It is designed to create backups, data management on the mobile device and update the firmware. The program itself will find the latest version of the OS for the PC connected to the Huawei smartphone.
Sony
Gadgets Sony also can be updated through a proprietary utility xperia Companion. It also serves for data transfer and recovery software. Suffice it to connect a smartphone to the PC and follow the instructions of the program. Pre-advised to check the presence of fresh and upcoming firmware update for the IMEI number on a special page Sony site.
Important to know
In most cases, to install the update for your smartphone battery must be charged by more than half, and in some cases at least 80%. The volume of the update files can be several gigabytes, so downloading it is recommended to carry out in the presence of fast connection of Wi-Fi. Many smartphones to update system settings, there is an option that prohibits downloading the latest firmware on mobile network.
Also, before each update do not forget to do backups and synchronize your important files with cloud services.
see also
- How to disable the auto-update Android →
- How to disable the auto-update apps on Android →
- How to install Android on your computer →