Verizon releases August security patch for the Galaxy Note 5, S6, S6 Edge and S6 Edge+

After AT&T, Verizon has started rolling out the latest security patch i.e. the August patch to Samsung devices via OTA.

The Samsung devices that are receiving the August security patch with the version number are as follows:

  • Galaxy Note 5: NRD90M.N920VVRS3CQE1
  • Galaxy S6: NRD90M.G920VVRS4DQH1
  • Galaxy S6 Edge: NRD90M.G925VVRS4DQH1
  • Galaxy S6 Edge+: NRD90M.G928VVRS3CQH1

Check out: Galaxy A9 Oreo update | Galaxy J7 Oreo update

This security patch adds an added layer of protection by safeguarding your Samsung devices from viruses and other threats. The update also includes various other under-the-hood performance improvements as well as other minor system enhancements too.

It is advisable to connect to a good Wi-Fi network before downloading the update and keep your handset charged as high as 50 percent. However, before installing the update ensure that your Samsung handset is at least 50 percent charged and connected to a WiFi network to avoid extra data charges.

Check out: Galaxy A8 Oreo update | Galaxy A7 Oreo update

Meanwhile, Android Oreo is out now. It brings features such as Picture In Picture mode, snooze notifications, revamped settings and other things. You can check all Android Oreo features here and the devices that will receive Oreo update here.

Source: Verizon (1, 2, 3, 4)