Samsung Galaxy A35 5G S356VUDUBDZE8 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy A35 5G S356VUDUBDZE8 is an Android 16 firmware for TFV, United States (TFN). 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 S356VUDSBCZD5 https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDSBCZD5: security patch 2026-05-05 instead of 2026-04-05. A newer build for SM-S356V is available: S356VUDSDDZH1 https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDSDDZH1.

OS updates guaranteed until: Android 18. Security updates until: Mar 26, 2029
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Android 16
OS Version
n/a
Build Date
2026-05-05
Security patch
2
Countries
2
CSC codes
B (11)
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary B (11). Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy A35 5G use bootloader binary D (13) (latest: S356VUDSDDZH1 https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDSDDZH1). If your device already runs binary D (13), 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#.
    MODEM/CP Version: S356VUDUBDZE8
    ModelRegionCSC VersionRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-S356V
    TFN United States
    TFV
    S356VTFNBDZE8 2026-06-03 7.815 GiB
    SM-S356V_3_20260514020241_7cbwnjw3tx_fac.zip

    No matching downloads

    How to flash S356VUDUBDZE8

    • S356VUDUBDZE8 has bootloader binary B (11). Your device must run binary B (11) 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 S356VUDUBDZE8

    One UI 8.5
    Visual design

    Fresh new look
    One UI seamlessly integrates into your daily routine by combining immersive visuals with meaningful personalization for a more refined and sophisticated design. Transparent blur effects add depth and make content easier to navigate, while floating elements react organically to your workflow for a more focused experience. Through familiar and intuitive data visualization, One UI delivers a design that feels both personal and relatable, helping you focus on what matters.

    Camera

    New filters
    Three new filters are available to add vibrant film-like effects to your pictures.

    Home and Lock screens

    Automatic Lock screen layout
    Wallpapers with pictures of people or pets now fit perfectly every time. When you choose a photo for your Lock screen, the photo will automatically be adjusted to best fit your clock and widget layout.

    New downloadable wallpapers
    Discover new wallpapers featuring interactive elements. Wallpapers are downloadable so they don’t use up your storage space when not in use.

    More customizable clock fonts
    Personalize your Lock screen clock. You can now adjust the thickness of more font styles to match your preferred look.

    Weather

    Enhanced weather widget
    Quickly check upcoming precipitation in the Weather widget on your Home screen. The widget now shows a graph if precipitation is expected in the next few hours.

    Pollen index
    Check how much pollen is in the air to help manage your allergies. You can check pollen levels for trees, grass, and ragweed.

    Communication

    Direct voicemail
    Can't answer right now? Let callers record a voice message directly on your phone that you can listen to later. The message will appear on your screen as it’s being recorded so you can answer at any time.

    Clock

    Weather alarm backgrounds
    Wake up to an alarm that gets you ready for the day’s weather. Your alarm screen can now show the current weather conditions as a background when it rings.

    Time zone converter
    Compare time zones at a glance. The new slider in the Clock app makes it easy to check the time difference between places around the world.

    Connectivity

    Storage Share
    Access your files anywhere. Files from your other Samsung phones, tablets, and PCs are available in the My Files app on your phone. You can also access your phone's files on other Samsung devices, even your TV.

    Auto Hotspot
    Share your phone's internet connection more easily. You can now share your hotspot with your Samsung account family group, or create your own hotspot sharing group with anyone you choose.

    Family device sharing
    Easily connect and share files, screens, storage and more with your family. Family device sharing lets you use features like Quick Share, Storage Share, Auto Hotspot, and Multi control with Galaxy devices that belong to your family members.

    Quickly connect to Smart View devices
    Connect to your favorite display faster. You can now add a shortcut on your Home screen to instantly mirror your phone’s screen to a TV or other display device.

    Quick Share

    Avoid unwanted sharing requests
    You can now set Quick Share to only receive files from other devices signed in to your Samsung account or Google account.

    Samsung Health

    Upgraded sharing experience
    Share your workouts your way. Mix and match your exercise stats with photos from your workout to create the perfect social media post.

    Start meditations from your watch
    Find calm right from your wrist. You can now start favorite or recommended meditations directly on your Galaxy Watch without picking up your phone.

    Antioxidant measurements from your watch
    Check your antioxidant levels anytime. Measure directly from your Galaxy Watch, even if it’s not connected to your phone. Works with Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch Ultra.

    Battery and power

    Revamped battery info
    See your battery use more clearly. The redesigned Battery settings screen makes it easier to check remaining time, charging status, and daily usage over the past week.

    Improved Power saving
    Use Power saving to make your battery last longer without charging. Choose Standard for moderate savings and customizable limits, or choose Maximum to turn off all non-essential features and make your battery last as long as possible.

    Security and privacy

    Theft protection
    Keep your phone and data safe in case it is lost or stolen. Turn on Failed authentication lock to automatically lock the screen in case there are too many failed attempts to verify your identity using your fingerprints, PIN, pattern, or password. Identity check also protects even more settings than before.

    Turn off Auto blocker temporarily
    If you need to temporarily disable Auto blocker's security protection, a new option lets you turn it on automatically 30 minutes later so you don't forget.

    Check the security status of your devices
    Keep all your devices protected. Knox Matrix now shows when any of the supported devices signed in to your Samsung account need a software update for the latest security protections.

    Accessibility

    Easily control Bluetooth hearing aids
    Access settings for your Bluetooth hearing aids directly from the Accessibility shortcut. A pop-up will appear that lets you change your hearing program, turn Ambient sound on or off, and more.

    Control magnification with mouse or keyboard
    Keep what you need magnified in view with these new options. You can make the magnified area follow the cursor as you type or move when you change focus using the keyboard. When using a mouse, you can make the magnified area shift as you move the pointer to the edge of the screen.

    Dwell action and Corner actions
    The Auto action after pointer stops feature has been divided into 2 features. Dwell action lets you set custom actions when your mouse stops moving for a certain amount of time. Corner actions let you set a different action for each corner of the screen.

    Even more improvements

    More customizable quick panel
    Arrange your quick settings just the way you like them. You can now add, remove, reorder, and reorganize controls in the quick panel.

    Early alerts for reminders
    Get alerts before reminders are due to make sure you don’t forget important tasks. You can choose how far in advance to get an alert for each reminder.

    Insert tables in Samsung Notes
    Organize information in your notes with tables. You can adjust column widths, colors, and border designs while the auto calculation feature helps you stay productive and save time.

    Redesigned New tab page
    The page that appears when you open a new tab in Samsung Browser has been redesigned to help you quickly access the websites and features you need the most. The New tab page now shows the current security status as well as open tabs from Samsung Browser on other devices.

    Partial screen recording
    Include only what you need in your screen recordings. You can now select only the part of the screen that you want to record.

    Calculator nudges
    Save time on calculations. Numbers and formulas copied to your clipboard will be suggested when you open Calculator so you can enter them with a quick tap.

    Security patch: May 2026

    SMR May-2026 fixes 36 vulnerabilities, 2 of them critical. Android Security Bulletin: 29, Samsung-specific issues (SVE): 7.

    Most severe Samsung fixes:

    • high Improper input validation in FacAtFunction in Galaxy Watch prior to SMR May-2026 Release 1 allows local attacker to execute arbitrary code with system privilege. (CVE-2026-21019)

    All fixes and Galaxy models with this patch

    Rollout of S356VUDUBDZE8 by region

    Samsung released this build in all regions (2) on the same day, June 3, 2026.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    S356VUDUBDZE8 is Android 16 firmware for Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, released for TFV, United States (TFN). It includes the 2026-05-05 security patch.

    SMR May-2026 fixes 36 vulnerabilities, 2 of them critical. Android Security Bulletin: 29, Samsung-specific issues (SVE): 7.

    No. A newer build for SM-S356V is available: S356VUDSDDZH1. Install it instead of S356VUDUBDZE8 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was S356VUDSBCZD5.

    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 7.815 GiB; keep about twice that free on the computer to unzip it. The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G must be on bootloader binary B (11) or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary B (11). It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy A35 5G running binary B (11) or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 1 other build of this model uses the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

    https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDSDDZH1

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

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

    One UI 8.5
    Visual design

    Fresh new look
    One UI seamlessly integrates into your daily routine by combining immersive visuals with meaningful personalization for a more refined and sophisticated design. Transparent blur effects add depth and make content easier to navigate, while floating elements react organically to your workflow for a more focused experience. Through familiar and intuitive data visualization, One UI delivers a design that feels both personal and relatable, helping you focus...

    https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDSBCZD5

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

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

    One UI 8.0 (Android 16)
    Productivity

    Check stock prices without unlocking
    Stocks you follow on Google Finance with big price changes will appear on your Now bar at the end of the trading day.

    Easier file sharing with Quick Share
    It's never been easier to send and receive files. Tap the Quick Share button in quick settings to get started. You can receive files while the Quick Share screen is open and send files to others directly from Quick Share.

    Sticky notes
    Add quick annotations on top o...

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

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

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    Visual enhancements
    Enjoy a more sophisticated and unique look. One UI 7 introduces a stunning redesign to key components including buttons, menus, notifications and control bars, providing a more consistent visual experience with curves and circles. Beautiful new colors, soft animations, and an innovative blur effect that's unique to One UI make information hierarchy clearer and help you focus on important information.

    Reimagined Home screen
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    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    • Circle to Search
    Circle to Search with Google lets you easily learn more about anything shown on your screen without switching apps. Just touch and hold the Home button or navigation handle, then circle anything on the screen to start a Google search.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    https://samfirm.shop/build/S356VUDS3AXG4

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    • Stability and reliability
    Device behavior has been improved.
    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.