Samsung Galaxy Note8 N950FXXU5DSC2
SM-N950F 13 countries Android 9 (Pie)

Samsung Galaxy Note8 N950FXXU5DSC2 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note8 N950FXXU5DSC2 is an Android 9 (Pie) firmware for 13 countries, 17 CSC codes. It is the same firmware configured per region and carrier (CSC). Find your country below, verify the file and download for free. Compared with the previous build N950FXXS5DSB4, Android and the bootloader binary are unchanged, so you can switch between the two in both directions. A newer build for SM-N950F is available: N950FXXUGDZEE.

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Android 9 (Pie)
OS Version
2019-03-06
First release
other regions until 2019-04-01
2019-03-01
Security patch
13
Countries
17
CSC codes
5
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 5. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy Note8 use bootloader binary G (16) (latest: N950FXXUGDZEE). If your device already runs binary G (16), this build cannot be flashed.

All regional downloads

Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.

Paste your current build number from Settings > About phone (About tablet) > Software information, or the output of *#1234#.
    Your CSC is in Settings → About phone (About tablet) → Software information, or dial *#1234#. The CSC sets your region's features and network bands. Download the firmware for your country.
    17
    ModelRegionCSC VersionMODEM/CP VersionBuild DateRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-N950F
    AMO Spain
    		N950FOGC5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-04-08 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    CEL Israel
    		N950FOXM5DSC2N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-04-03 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    FTM France
    		N950FOGC5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-04-08 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    INS India
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-14 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    LUX Luxembourg
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-18 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    MWD Morocco
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-18 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    MYM Myanmar (Burma)
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-14 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    ORS Slovakia
    		N950FOGC5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-04-08 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    PCL Israel
    		N950FOXM5DSC3N950FXXU5DSB1 2019-04-01 2019-04-03 4.326 GiB
    SM-N950F_1_20220728160621_iha9k9q2rq_fac.zip
    		Download
    SM-N950F
    PTR Israel
    		N950FOXM5DSC2N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-04-03 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    SEE Serbia
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-15 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    SFR France
    		N950FOXJ5DSC2N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-19 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    TUR Turkey
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-14 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    XEF France
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-28 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    XFA South Africa
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-28 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    XID Indonesia
    		N950FOLE5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-26 — — Download
    SM-N950F
    XXV Vietnam
    		N950FOXM5DSC1N950FXXU5DSC2 2019-03-06 2019-03-14 — — Download

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    How to flash N950FXXU5DSC2

    • N950FXXU5DSC2 has bootloader binary 5. Your device must run binary 5 or lower: it is the 5th character from the end of your current build number.
    • CSC: Use CSC for a clean install, to change the region (CSC code), to downgrade or to repair a device that does not boot.
    • HOME_CSC: Use HOME_CSC to update the same model and region while keeping your data. Back up anyway: a failed update can still require a reset.
    • The Download Mode key combo depends on the model: see all combos.
    Full flashing guide
    Beware: Manually flashing firmwares may brick your device. Use it at your own risk and follow our tutorial steps.

    What's new in N950FXXU5DSC2

    Upgraded One UI for Android Pie

    One UI brings you Android Pie, with exciting new features and a whole new look and feel based on feedback from users in Samsung and Google.
    We recommend that you back up your important data to keep it safe before the upgrade.
    Some apps, including Calculator, Samsung Internet, Samsung Health, Samsung Notes, Samsung Members, and Samsung Pay, need to be updated individually after you update your OS.
    Here’s what’s new.

    One UI
    - Content, settings, and other information have been reorganized to keep you focused on the task at hand.
    - Interactive elements have been moved to the bottom of the screen so they're always within reach.
    - New designs and features such as Night mode help keep your eyes comfortable.

    Notifications
    - You can reply to messages directly in the notification panel.
    - Image thumbnails are included in message notifications.
    - In an app's notification settings, tap the switch once to turn on or off all the notifications in a category.

    Samsung Keyboard
    - New Unicode 11.0 emojis are available.
    - New adaptive theme changes your keyboard look based on the colors of the surrounding app.
    - Floating keyboard is available in all apps and has new size and transparency settings.
    - You can set a custom touch and hold delay.

    Device care (formerly Device maintenance)
    - Performance modes are streamlined and integrated into power saving modes.
    - The Edge panel for device maintenance is discontinued.

    Always On Display
    - New clock styles have been added, including the option to show a calendar with your schedule.
    - Charging information has been added to let you know how much time is remaining until fully charged.
    - You can show Always On Display whenever the screen is off, or you can set it to show for 30 seconds when you tap the screen.

    Settings
    - Menus have been reorganized to make settings easier to find.

    Samsung DeX
    - Continue using your phone while DeX is being displayed on a monitor or TV.
    - Use Samsung DeX with supported HDMI adapters. No need for a DeX Station.

    Bixby
    - Bixby is all new, with a range of improvements and new features.
    - Swipe left from the main Bixby screen to explore the latest features and supported apps.
    - You can control the Bixby key in settings to decide what happens when you press or double press.

    Phone
    - You can now sort your call history by incoming and outgoing calls.
    - Your call history can include up to 2000 entries (increased from 500 entries).

    Contacts
    - The new drawer menu makes it easier to manage contacts from various accounts.

    Gallery
    - Photo Editor Pro's editing tools have been added to Gallery, so you can make all your edits and touchups without leaving the app.

    My Files
    - The new storage analysis tool has been added to help you monitor your storage usage and save space.
    - You can now show or hide items on the My Files Home screen.

    Samsung Health
    - Your daily step count will be shown in the notification panel. To hide it, press and hold the notification, then turn off Current steps.

    Other improvements and changes
    - Turn on the screen automatically whenever you pick up your phone using the Lift to wake feature.
    - Access Kids Home on the quick panel.
    - Call stickers has been discontinued.
    - HEIF images are now supported.
    - Dolby ATMOS/AC4 is supported.

    Rollout of N950FXXU5DSC2 by region

    First release
    March 14, 2019
    Last region
    April 8, 2019
    Duration
    26 days
    Regions
    17
    1. Day 1 · · 4 regions
      IndiaINSMyanmar (Burma)MYMTurkeyTURVietnamXXV
    2. Day 2 · · 1 region
      SerbiaSEE
    3. Day 5 · · 2 regions
      LuxembourgLUXMoroccoMWD
    4. Day 6 · · 1 region
      FranceSFR
    5. Day 13 · · 1 region
      IndonesiaXID
    6. Day 15 · · 2 regions
      FranceXEFSouth AfricaXFA
    7. Day 21 · · 3 regions
      IsraelCELPCLPTR
    8. Day 26 · · 3 regions
      FranceFTMSlovakiaORSSpainAMO

    Device specifications

    • Launched withAndroid 7.1.1
    • Display diagonal16 cm (6.3")
    • Display resolution2960 x 1440 pixels
    • Display typeSAMOLED
    • Processor frequency2.3 GHz
    • Processor familySamsung Exynos
    • Processor model8895
    • RAM6 GB
    • Rear camera resolution12 MP
    • Rear camera typeDual camera
    • SIM cardsDual SIM
    • Battery capacity3300 mAh
    • Weight195 g

    Frequently Asked Questions

    N950FXXU5DSC2 is Android 9 (Pie) firmware for Samsung Galaxy Note8, released for 13 countries, 17 CSC codes. It includes the 2019-03-01 security patch. Samsung built it on 2019-03-06.

    No. A newer build for SM-N950F is available: N950FXXUGDZEE. Install it instead of N950FXXU5DSC2 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was N950FXXS5DSB4.

    Download the package for your region (CSC) and unzip it. In Odin, load each file into the slot with the same name: BL, AP, CP (if the package has one) and CSC, or HOME_CSC to keep your data. Odin checks the built-in checksum of every .tar.md5 file before flashing. The download is 4.326 GiB; keep about twice that free on the computer to unzip it. The Samsung Galaxy Note8 must be on bootloader binary 5 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 5. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy Note8 running binary 5 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 34 other builds of this model use the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy Note8

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • GPS
    The stability has been improved.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    • GPS
    The stability has been improved.

    • The stability of Camera has been improved.
    • Added new feature. - Google RCS(Rich Communication Service)
    • The security of your device has been improved.

    · The security of your device has been improved.

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    • The stability of Camera has been improved.
    • Added new feature. - Google RCS(Rich Communication Service)
    • The security of your device has been improved.

    · The security of your device has been improved.

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