Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 X205XXU2CWC1 Firmware
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 X205XXU2CWC1 is an Android 13 firmware for 65 countries, 76 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 X205XXS2CWB5, Android and the bootloader binary are unchanged, so you can switch between the two in both directions. A newer build for SM-X205 is available: X205XXS6DYG7.
Bootloader binary 2. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.
All regional downloads
Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.
No matching downloads
Device specifications
- Launched withAndroid 11
- Display diagonal26.7 cm (10.5")
- Display resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
- Display technologyLCD
- Rear camera resolution8 MP
- Front camera resolution5 MP
- Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Weight508 g
Specifications of SM-X205N, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.
What's new in X205XXU2CWC1
One UI 5.1 Update
One UI 5.1 takes your tablet to the next level with new Gallery features as well as productivity and personalization enhancements.
Quickly change the color tone for selfies
It's easier to change the color tone of your selfies using the Effects button on the side of the screen.
Revamped info display
When you swipe up while viewing a picture or video in your Gallery, you can see when and where the picture was taken, which device took the picture, where the picture is stored, and more. Now with a simpler layout.
Easily minimize or switch to full screen
You can now minimize or maximize an app window without going to the options menu. Just drag one of the corners.
Access your most used apps in split screen
When you start a split-screen view, the apps you use most often will be shown below your recently used apps to help you find the apps you need faster.
Change wallpapers based on your mode
Set a different wallpaper based on your current activity. Choose one wallpaper for work, one for exercising, and more.
More actions for routines
New actions let you control Quick Share and Touch sensitivity or change your font style.
Quick access to useful information
Check severe weather alerts, daily weather summaries, and sunrise/sunset times at the top of the Weather app. The temperature graph now uses colors to show how the temperature changes throughout the day.
Hourly precipitation graph
An hourly graph now shows how much precipitation has fallen at different times of the day.
Summary on Weather widget
A brief summary of the current weather conditions now appears on the weather widget to let you know if it's sunny, cloudy, raining, or snowing.
Continue browsing on another device
If you're browsing the web on one Galaxy phone or tablet and later open the Internet app on another Galaxy device signed in to the same Samsung account, a button will appear that lets you open the last webpage you were viewing on the other device.
Improved search
Your searches now include the names of bookmark folders and tab groups. Improved search logic lets you find what you're looking for even if something isn't spelled correctly.
Check the battery level of your devices
The new Battery widget lets you check the battery level of your devices, right from the Home screen. You can see how much battery is left on your tablet, Galaxy Buds, and other supported devices.
Use up to 3 emojis in AR Emoji Camera
Take fun pictures and videos with your friends in Mask mode. You can assign a different emoji to each person’s face.
Settings suggestions
While signed in to your Samsung account, suggestions will appear at the top of the Settings screen to help you share, connect, and enhance your experience across your Galaxy devices.
Spotify suggestions
The Smart suggestions widget now recommends Spotify tracks and playlists based on your current activity. Get the perfect tunes for driving, exercising, and more. To get suggestions, you need to sign in to a Spotify account in the latest version of the Spotify app.
Choose where to save screenshots and screen recordings
You can now change the folder where screenshots and screen recordings are saved.
How to flash X205XXU2CWC1
- Install Samsung USB Drivers:Download Official Drivers
- Download Odin Flash Tool:
- X205XXU2CWC1 has bootloader binary 2. Your device must run binary 2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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• Security
The device is protected with improved security.
These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.
• Stability and reliability
Device behavior has been improved.
• Security
The device is protected with improved security.
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New wallpaper editing features
Decorate your wallpaper however you like. When you select an image to use as your wallpaper, you can now apply frames and effects.
Customize alarm alerts
Use an image, video, or AR emoji to create your own custom alert screens for each alarm. You can even change the layout of where the alarm information appears on the screen.
More stickers to personalize your calendar
You can now add up to 2 stickers for each date on y...
New button layout
The quick panel has a new layout that makes it easier to access the features you use most. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth now have their own dedicated buttons at the top of the screen, while visual features, like Dark mode and Eye comfort shield have been moved to the bottom. Other quick settings buttons appear in a customizable area in the middle.
Instantly access the full quick panel
By default, a compact quick panel with notifications ap...
New button layout
The quick panel has a new layout that makes it easier to access the features you use most. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth now have their own dedicated buttons at the top of the screen, while visual features, like Dark mode and Eye comfort shield have been moved to the bottom. Other quick settings buttons appear in a customizable area in the middle.
Instantly access the full quick panel
By default, a compact quick panel with notifications ap...
Better app previews on the Recents screen
The Recents screen now shows apps as they will appear after you open them. You can easily see if an app is opened in split screen, full screen, or as a pop-up.
Easily switch from pop-up view to split screen
Press and hold the handle at the top of the pop-up window, then drag the app to the side of the screen where you want it to be shown.
Restore pop-ups snapped to the edge of the screen
Drag an app in pop-up view t...
· Device stability improvements, bug fixes.
· New and / or enhanced features.
· Further improvements to performance.
Better app previews on the Recents screen
The Recents screen now shows apps as they will appear after you open them. You can easily see if an app is opened in split screen, full screen, or as a pop-up.
Easily switch from pop-up view to split screen
Press and hold the handle at the top of the pop-up window, then drag the app to the side of the screen where you want it to be shown.
Restore pop-ups snapped to the edge of the screen
Drag an app in pop-up view t...
• Overall stability of your device has been improved.
• The security of your device has been improved.