Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T825CZCU1BRE2
SM-T825C 1 country Android 8.0.0 (Oreo)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T825CZCU1BRE2 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T825CZCU1BRE2 is an Android 8.0.0 (Oreo) firmware for China (CHC). 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 T825CZHU1BRE2, Android and the bootloader binary are unchanged, so you can switch between the two in both directions. A newer build for SM-T825C is available: T825CZHU3CTK1.

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Android 8.0.0 (Oreo)
OS Version
2018-05-05
Build Date
1
Countries
1
CSC codes
1
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 1. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 use bootloader binary 3 (latest: T825CZHU3CTK1). If your device already runs binary 3, 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: T825CZCU1BRE2
    ModelRegionCSC VersionRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-T825C
    CHC China
    		T825C1BRE2 2018-05-21 — — Download

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    How to flash T825CZCU1BRE2

    • T825CZCU1BRE2 has bootloader binary 1. Your device must run binary 1 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 T825CZCU1BRE2

    Samsung Experience 9.0 upgrade with Android Oreo

    Samsung Experience 9.0 brings you Android Oreo, with exciting new features from Samsung and Google based on feedback from users like you.

    We recommend that you back up your important data to keep it safe during the upgrade.
    Some apps, including Samsung Internet, Samsung Notes, and Email, should be updated individually before you can update your OS.
    Weather APP is changed, the old Weather widget will be removed after OS upgrade.

    Here’s what’s new.

    Biometrics
    To improve your security, features that use biometrics (fingerprints) are only available when you use a secure screen lock type (pattern, PIN, or password). If you're using biometrics now without a secure screen lock type, you'll be able to continue after the upgrade, but changing to a secure screen lock type is recommended.

    Quick Panel
    - Manage notifications for each app with notification categories (supported apps only).
    - Icons will be shown at the bottom of the notification panel for notifications that aren't currently visible.

    Home Screen
    - Touch and hold an app to display shortcuts to common or recommended tasks within the app (supported apps only).
    - Notification badges on app icons are linked with the notification panel. Clear a notification in one location, and it will also be cleared in the other location.

    Samsung Keyboard
    - The toolbar gives quick access to useful functions.
    - The GIF keyboard lets you send GIFs.
    - More high-contrast keyboards are available.

    System Performance
    - Background services are limited to improve performance and battery life.
    - Currently running apps will always be shown in the notification panel.

    Lock screen
    - Adjust the transparency of notifications to get the look you want.

    Smart View
    - Let your Tablet's screen go dark when mirroring to another screen.

    Samsung account
    - Control your account settings and profile information for multiple apps.
    - Tap your profile picture on the main Settings page to access your profile information and account settings.

    Samsung Cloud
    - View and manage photos and notes stored only in Samsung Cloud.
    - Store any type of file in Samsung Cloud Drive.
    - Select specific items to delete or restore from your backups.
    - See how big each backup is and how many items it contains.

    Find My Mobile
    - Back up Secure Folder remotely in Samsung Cloud when your tablet is lost.

    Other improvements
    - Bluetooth now supports high-quality audio codecs, including AAC and Sony LDAC.
    - Video player includes auto repeat and 2x speed option.
    - Email lets you flag Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync emails.
    - New feature added : Dolby ATMOS/AC4

    ※ The following applications have been installed : Samsung Connect
    ( Quick connect application has been removed. )

    Device specifications

    • Launched withAndroid 7.0
    • Display diagonal24.6 cm (9.7")
    • Display resolution2048 x 1536 pixels
    • Display technologySuper AMOLED
    • Rear camera resolution13 MP
    • Rear camera typeSingle camera
    • Front camera resolution5 MP
    • Weight434 g

    Specifications of SM-T825, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    T825CZCU1BRE2 is Android 8.0.0 (Oreo) firmware for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3, released for China (CHC). Samsung built it on 2018-05-05.

    No. A newer build for SM-T825C is available: T825CZHU3CTK1. Install it instead of T825CZCU1BRE2 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was T825CZHU1BRE2.

    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 Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 must be on bootloader binary 1 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 1. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 running binary 1 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 6 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 Tab S3

    The exact changes may differ depending on your device model, country/Region, and service provider.

    • Other bug fixes
    - Overall stability of functions improved.
    • The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    - Device security has been further enhanced.

    • Other bug fixes
    - The stability of Workspace has been improved.
    • The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    - Device security has been further enhanced.

    - The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.

    Upgraded One UI for Android Pie 9.0

    One UI brings you Android Pie 9.0, 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 Notes, and Samsung Members, need to be updated individually after you update your OS.
    To use the Remote unlock function in Find My Mobile on an Android Pie 9.0 device, the sc...

    - The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.

    Show 5 older builds

    - SmartThings app is now deletable
    - The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.

    Samsung Experience 9.0 upgrade with Android Oreo

    Samsung Experience 9.0 brings you Android Oreo, with exciting new features from Samsung and Google based on feedback from users like you.

    We recommend that you back up your important data to keep it safe during the upgrade.
    Some apps, including Samsung Internet, Samsung Notes, and Email, should be updated individually before you can update your OS.
    Weather APP is changed, the old Weather widget will be removed after OS upgrade.

    Here’s what’s ne...

    - The name of Fast charging has been changed.
      ( Fast charging → advanced charging. )
    - The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.

    - The latest Android security patch has been applied.
    ㆍDevice security has been further enhanced.

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