Android Software Updates - 21/12/2018

[Optus]

Latest Android updates

When a new Android Operating System update is announced by Google there are a few steps that take place before it becomes ready for your device. The manufacturer receives the update and customises the software for the device and mobile carriers in each country. Once this is completed they’ll send the update to the carriers for testing.

For more info on this process check out our page:

 

Android Device Updates - What's The Process?

The below table provides information on the latest Android updates we’ve received for testing and approval as of the 21/12/2018. If no information is listed, it means we haven't received the build or any new details from the manufacturer.

When a version is marked as completed it means testing has been finished on our end and approved.  Each manufacturer has a process for releasing updates to devices and once we approve the update, it’s sent back to the manufacturer to be released through their standard update processes. Generally, updates are rolled out progressively, for example the manufacturers might make the update available for a small number of users (i.e. 5%) initially; then if no unforeseen problems pop up, it’ll gradually be made available to more and more users over the following weeks.

Manufacturer & Device	Current Version	Next version and Latest Information
HTC
One M7	5.0.2
One M8	6
One M9	7.0
10	8.0
U11	8.0	October Google CVE’s for Android 8.0 Status: Currently on hold Estimated release: TBC
Huawei
Nexus 6P	8.1.0
Y6	8.0.0
Ascend P7	4.4.2
P9	7.0
P10	8.0.0	Huawei GPU Turbo added, Google security updates Status: Complete
P10 Pro	8.0.0
Mate 9	8.0.0
Mate 10 Pro	8.0	Update to Android 9.0 Build: Build: BLA-L09 8.0.0.118(C34) Status: Testing Estimated release: Late December - early Jan
Mate 20 Pro	9.0.0.122	Update – VoWiFi + preloaded Google input Build: LYA-L09 9.0.0.146(C34E11R1P16) Status: Testing Estimated release: Early – Mid January
Nova 3i	8.1
Google
Pixel 3	9.0	Various bug fixes as well as the support for Optus VoWIFI + EVS codec activation. Security updates for Android 9.0 Status: testing Estimated release: Late December
Pixel 3 XL	9.0
LG
LG G3	5
LG F70	4.4.2
LG G4	6.0
LGG5	7.0
OPPO
A73	7.1.1
R9s	6.0.1
F1	5.1.1
F1S	5.1
R11	7.1.1	Android Security Patch Status: Complete
R15	8.1.0
Samsung
Galaxy Ace 3	5
Galaxy A3	6.0.1
Galaxy A8	8.0.0
Galaxy A5 (2017)	8.0
Galaxy Nexus	4.3.0
Galaxy Note 4	6.0.1
Galaxy Note Edge	6.0.1
Galaxy Note 5	7.0
Galaxy S5	6.0.1
Galaxy S6	7.0
Galaxy S6 Edge	7.0
Galaxy S7	8.0
Galaxy S7 Edge	8.0
Galaxy S8	8.0	December Google CVE’s for Android 8.0.0. Samsung experience 9.0 Baseband: G950FXXS4CRL2 Build: R16NW.G950FXXS4CRL2 Status: Complete
Galaxy S8+	8.0	December Google CVE’s for Android 8.0.0. Samsung experience 9.0 Baseband: G950FXXS4CRL2 Build: R16NW.G950FXXS4CRL2 Status: Complete
Galaxy S9	8.0
Galaxy S9 +	8.0
Galaxy Note 10.1 FG	4.4.2
Galaxy Note 8	8.0
Galaxy Note 9	8.1
Galaxy Tab S2 9.7	5.0.2
J2 Pro	7.1.1
J1 Mini	5.1.1
J5 Pro	8.1.0
Sony
Xperia Z1	5.0.2
Xperia Z1 Ultra	5.0.2
Xperia Z2	5
Xperia Z3	5.1
Xperia Z3 Compact	5.1
Xperia Z5	7.0
Xperia Z5 Premium	7.0
Xperia XZ Premium	8.0
Blackberry
Blackberry Priv	6.0.1
Alcatel
Optus X Sleek	6.0
A3	6.0

[truckerdave0483]

Hey guys, silly question but with the mate 10 pro update to Android 9. Wouldn't the build number be 9.0.0.... Instead of 8? Also no estimated release time included in this post. Sorry to nitpick

[Dan_C]

Hmm, there may have been a typo on the original device testing report we received.

The stock Mate 10 Pro 9.0 build is showing as 9.0.0.108

Reference: https://www.getdroidtips.com/download-android-9-pie-for-huawei-mate-10-pro/

[Dan_C]

@truckerdave0483, you're keeping us on our toes.

I've just gone in and updated that one 🙂 

[autMia]

Hey @Dan_C is there a VoWifi/VoLTE update coming for the Pixel 3 XL as well, and when it does will it be a carrier specific ROM from Google's firmware page requiring a new flash or it will it come through standard OTA updates?

If it is a carrier specific ROM will it still receive the monthly security updates on the 5th/10th of every month or will those be somewhat delayed?

Thanks!

[AngusG]

What happens to phones not on this list and not sold through Optus? IE if I'm on a BYOD plan?

[Dan_C]

For stock handsets (purchased directly from the manufacture with stock firmware, updates are pushed out directly from them.

You should be able to head to the manufactures website to find out more info.

@autMia, It's definitely on its way. I expect that we'll see WiFI calling rolled out in the new year. 

[AngusG]

Perfect. As long as my Pie update isn't delayed by Optus having to approve it. 

[Dan_C]

Non-brand phones are on their own release schedule. nothing to be concerned about 🙂 

[Pixel101]

@Dan_C can you please correct the Pixel information you posted.

For Pixel 3 & 3 XL, VoLTE on Optus is already available since launch.

Efforts are ongoing to bring VoWifi (WiFi Calling) and EVS likely in February software release.

This is not an Optus specific varient of software.

Current software should be 9.0 December Security Release.

Monthly security releases will continue as normal - staggered release commence first Monday of the month.

All software updates will be delivered over-the-air, no image flashing will be needed.

[Dan_C]

Hmm, that advice conflicts with what I've given. there's been several threads created by customers who've complained about the lack of functionality. 

I've received nothing from our testing team to confirm that it's now been enabled. 

We had an official notice come up on our internal communication board stating the same only two weeks ago. 

We're working with Google to enable the feature.

If you've purchased a Pixel from Optus, could you send us a PM with a screen shot of the feature enabled? Otherwise, as you've mentioned - security updates etc are pushed out by Google.

Edit* VolTE is available on the Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL 

Thanks @Pixel101 for the confirmation. 

[Pixel101]

Yep I will PM you....didn't know I could PM actually.

Yes VoLTE from launch, WiFi calling on the way.

[Dan_C]

That'd be great 🙂 Thanks for that. 

[tbclose92]

@Dan_C, thanks for the update info for the Mate 20. There's mention of VoWiFi which is great, but I'm interested to know whether VoLTE is ever planned to be on the cards? It's definitely something lacking for a premium phone on the Optus network. 

[J_Rod]

Sony XZ Premium has had Android 9 out for over a month, how come there's no mention of it? 

[SteveV]

@tbclose92 unsure what you're doing wrong I've had volte on my mate 20 pro since I picked it up 3 days after launch 

[SteveV]

@Dan_C sorry to nit pick brother but it's the mate 20 pro that should be getting the firmware not the mate 20 as listed in the table. Two totally different phones one of which I don't believe optus even distributes 

[tbclose92]

 @SteveV that's really interesting to know! Is yours an Optus version on a plan or did you buy it outright through JB etc? Mines on the plan and have no indication that VoLTE is working or even an option.

[SteveV]

Optus plan. Mine shows in top left corner next to the signal bars black square with white writing or inverted white with black if u have the notch switched off. 

[SteveV]

And in my call records it shows volte under the calls that were volte

[tbclose92]

Legend @SteveV. This doesn't show on mine nor do I have any settings regarding VoLTE. I'll have to do some digging as to why this is but thanks for your explanation.

[SteveV]

What version is your m20pro showing and build. Mines 9.0.0.122 c34e10r1p16

[SteveV]

Just checked my mother in laws mate 20 pro and volte is showing on hers too. 

[SteveV]

And yeah same no settings on either cos for some reason she wants it volte turned off cos she is paranoid about battery usage 

[tbclose92]

@SteveV exactly the same build number. I may have tripped up by using a Belong SIM card when I set the phone up. That may have deactivated VoLTE. If not I'm clueless.

[tbclose92]

One factory reset later and no change. The icon does not show and no VoLTE in the call log when talking to an S9+ with VoLTE. Very strange. 

[LatinoHeat]

How come the update for the U11 is on hold? When will it resume? Thanks!!

[Dazkatmaka11]

Huawei Mate 9 Series and P10 Series, EMUI 9/Android 9 Rolling Out, March 2019 

Optus might have it ready by 2020 if you are lucky.

https://www.huaweicentral.com/emui-9-0-android-9-0-pie-coming-to-the-huawei-p10-10-plus-and-mate-9-9...

[Dazkatmaka11]

@tbclose92

Try 

Wireless & Networks

Mobile networks

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Enable LTE

[tbclose92]

@Dazkatmaka11 thanks for the tips. Unfortunately there are no other options aside from high speed LTE mode. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

@tbclose92

Ok maybe you can try this

https://youtu.be/aUfmiDBPczw

Other than that, either optus have to enable it, or the sim dosent support volte which I doubt though.

My settings are 

Preferred network LTE, wcdma, gsm, auto

High speed lte on

[Dazkatmaka11]

@tbclose92

Forget the youtuYo crap, had no sound apparently needs rooted phone.

[Dazkatmaka11]

@Optus Interesting glitch, when I type comments in Yescrowd spelling automatically gets changed I have to keep going back and retyping the same word 3 or 4 times to get it accept it. Was happening with my previous phone too.

[Dazkatmaka11]

https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-s9-s9-plus-stable-android-pie-update-one-ui-937202/

Both my daughter's have Optus S9+ When will you be rolling this out?

[Laoma40]

Thanks for the update for the U11.Wonder what the hold up is if it is just a security patch. 

[Kab63]

Hi Guys Just wanted to let you know just got the December security patch for my note 8.

[Mark_A]

Any estimations if and when the 9 version arrives to mate 9? Thanks!

[Mayooonaise]

I got an update for my S7 edge a few weeks ago I assume it was a security update just a couple hundred MB and ever since that installed my phone has been super slow and laggy. Freezes up a lot. I'm even having to restart it several times a day when it gets too slow

[Dazkatmaka11]

9.0.0.168 (AUS636E10R1P17) 694MB is now starting to make its way to non branded Mate 20 Pro bought from stores in Australia.

Wonder what year we'll see this.

[SteveV]

Source. I can see no reference to 9.0.0168 anywhere for the mate 20 pro can find for p20 pro

[Knifey]

Would you be able to advise the expected rollout date of Android 9.0 for Samsung Galaxy S9+? I see that it has started to be deployed out in the wild in other countries.

[Dazkatmaka11]

Australian Mate 20 Pro's are also getting 9.0.0.149 (C346E11R1P16)

Huawei are really pushing out a lot of different firmware updates.

Just a shame 🐌 Paced Optus aren't doing anything about after sales service customer care.

[Dazkatmaka11]

@Knifey it's slowly making its way out, but don't forget your relying on optus to test it and since it has taken them since September to push out an update to my mate 9, I'm betting it will take them 6 months to test Android 9 for the S9 series.

[Dazkatmaka11]

And yet another firmware version is available

Change Log:
Mate 20：9.0.0.166-9.0.0.175
Mate 20Pro：9.0.0.166-9.0.0.176
Mate 20X：9.0.0.166-9.0.0.175

Third, update recommendations:
Dear users, this update adds a “Super Macro” shooting mode to the camera “More” interface, which makes it easier for you to experience the beauty of the macro world. It is recommended to update your experience.
Mate 20/Pro/X:
【camera】
Added “Super Macro” shooting mode, which makes it easier for you to experience the beauty of the macro world. Optimize the zoom preview mode of the photo preview interface (wide angle, 1X, 3X, 5X).
[System Navigation]
Improve the fluency of full screen gestures.
【intellectual】
Improve the voice wake-up experience, wake up more sensitive and faster.
【call】
Optimize the call experience for some scenarios.
Mate 20Pro:
[Face unlock]
Added the option to enter the alternate face to identify another face.

[Dazkatmaka11]

Multiple Sim Only Australian mate 20 Pro's have now received updates 9.0.0.168

When are you going to be working on sending out this @Optus @Dan_C

System stability update is required urgently, myself and others are experiencing third party app issues where the app does not load correctly, auspost, Google News ect.

This is a bug which has supposedly been addressed in 9.0.0.166.

[Dazkatmaka11]

The official OTA 9.0.0.171 Mate 20 Pro has now been released.

Huawei are leaving Optus for dust, with all these update improvements.

Optus should take the old British Rail statement "we're getting there" ..... One day / year 😂😂😂

[Dazkatmaka11]

https://youtu.be/xMa02qn8Elc

Huawei are InterCity and Optus are the Steam Train.

😂😂😂

[Dazkatmaka11]

9.0.0.168

Change log looking similar to the 9.0.0.146

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kDiXHOjXZGs_GdcTYWc_czpFKDhvKWVe/view?usp=drivesdk

[Dan_C]

@SteveV, you're not nitpicking.

That's a typo. I believe the Mate 20 (standard) is actually under testing as we speak. 

Just updated the blog to reflect the correct handset 

Cheers mate.

[Dan_C]

We didn't receive our regular report this week. That should come through at a later this week.

We'll have a new blog this coming Thursday. If I receive anything of value before then, I'll post back here. 

@Dazkatmaka11, 

I guess that's the trade off between buying an outright stock version of the handset vs carrier supplied. We're dealing with an additional round of testing as well as reliance on the manufacturer to send us new updates for testing. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

@Dan_C Regardless of Outright v Carrier Supplied,  people have still updated their firmware version without any having any neywnet issues with calls or data. So it still points to the fact just what extensive testing is required. Obviously not much.

[Dazkatmaka11]

Correcting above spelling error, which the forum seems to cause..."without network issues"

[Jesseg8]

 Hi guys, Ive been told from two sources inside Optus that they are basically being forced to stop supporting Huawei products by bringing all updates and support work to a standstill. This is due to all Huawei ban/Chinese vs Australia government news in the mail. The vodafone ceo even said all products would be phased out asap. I'd advise you all to keep the pressure on TIO and Optus support and aim for mass refunds due to unsupported products. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

If they are going to stop supporting Huawei product updates, they should release the unbranded firmware version and let Huawei support future updates.

At the end of the day optus just want your money, they don't give a flying ........ About customer service.

[Laoma40]

Well got Nov 2018 security update, wonder what are the fixes with Bluetooth?  Anyway hope I get more regular updates. I have the htc u11. Thanks for the new years gift.  🙂

[Dazkatmaka11]

Complaint details held by the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman

Your TIO reference number is: 2019/01/00072. 

[SteveV]

@Dazkatmaka11 is correct if support for huawei is ceasing then notice should be given to huawei to push all updates to customers unbranded. That being said this then would in my opinion create an open ended loop in regards to warranty claims based upon customer perceived and carrier claimed network performance issues. The resolution being if optus is to cease support of the brand then a cut off point e.g. Mate 20 pro. Mate p20 etc somewhere or time frame like sept 2018 onward customers should be offered a direct replacement or fees waived and handset returned recontract. Or the option to accept responsibility for software and warranty on hardware only remains. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

I guess that your extensive testing will guarantee us warranty from battery performance problems.

The Nexus 6P I had under contract with optus was unbranded and received updates from Google directly, however there was the issue which many many people including myself encountered updates caused battery degradation.

But we're ok because you have extensively tested all this right?

[SteveV]

Unsure who you're referring to in regards to testing @Dazkatmaka11 I have no affiliation with any carriers. I'm just a tech enthusiast with a law background. I'm actually in agreeance with you should the rumour of the carriers ceasing support prove true the carriers should in turn essentially unbrand our handsets or offer replacement with an equivalent supported handset. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

I'm refferire to Optus, if they say that they do extensive testing then this would cover any issues like software updates causing serious battery performance.

Like with the Nexus 6P, I was getting close to 7 hours SOT, after the third update it dropped to at best 4.5 hours. There was a huge number of people complaining which was reported by android authority, android police and GSMarena.

So the extensive testing will guarantee us that any software issues cause battery performance problems we will be covered by warranty. After all they are the ones adiment on doing this so called testing.

[Dan_C]

Sorry guys, the new blog is going to be delayed again.

It looks as though the team responsible for sending out the weekly report is still on break.

I'll update as I receive more info. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

The official OTA 9.0.0.171 is already been received by many, so when are we going to be receiving this.

[QUOTE]Got 171 update in Dubai.. Boy this update really makes a hell lot of difference in gesture navigation animations. They are buttery smooth now and more responsive than ever. This was immidiately noticeable. Good work Huawei on making the mate 20 pro software improvements with each update.[/QUOTE]

[truckerdave0483]

I'm curious to find out whether the mate 10 pro firmware will be 9.0.0.168 as that is the latest one that optus has access to for testing. Hopefully they wasn't any dramas this round of testing and it can be put out to the open for us to experience the pie update 😁

[Dazkatmaka11]

9.0.0.171 official OTA

More improvements we are missing out on.

[QUOTE]Checkout front camera on low light. I think they are a lot better, with natural skin tone now, unlike previously that have pale look[/QUOTE]

[autMia]

@Pixel101 @Dan_C I'm unable to get VoLTE to work on my Pixel 3 XL (and many other people seem to be unable to as well based on forums), how did you get it to work?

I'm switched to 3G when making a call and simply get a "Call Ended" screen if I force LTE Only.

Don't see any option in settings either (which I think is expected when it's working properly) https://imgur.com/a/56GnqQn

Would really like to get VoLTE to work as I'm in between 2 apartment buildings and 3G calls drop out often because of that.

Cheers

[Dazkatmaka11]

Optus need to start preparing either 9.0.0.166 or 9.0.0.171 Mate 20 Pro urgent rollout.

In bad need of system stability, having loading issues with Google News, Google opinion rewards, Google music, Optus sports, apkmirror, music player, Huawei video, 10play, 7now all having random loading issues sometimes they work other times you have to clean phone, optimise battery, use the phone manager and clean Cache or reboot.

People on latest firmware version are not experiencing any of these issues.

[tbclose92]

@autMia definitely ring up or visit Optus to review your account. I had VoLTE problems myself where it just flat out wouldn't work yet everyone else on Optus with the same phone could. For reasons beyond me and the rep in store, my VoLTE service was disabled hence them checking a box was all I needed. All works perfectly now. Hope you have a similarly simple problem.

[SteveV]

https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_20_pro_receives_an_update_camera_and_face_unlock_improved-news-... emu 9.0.0.171 maybe carriers should just drop the customisation of the packages and push the update out. We’re already two months behind on security patches because of “testing”

[Wattsy]

@DanC Any idea or updates regarding Mate 10 pro I'm still on August Security updates which is really unacceptable. Also any news regarding the possibility of ongoing support for Huawei phones going forward? Could you explain the benefits for Optus for branding their phones, seems to me as a result it creates more problems with testing etc.

[Dazkatmaka11]

@Optus @Dan_C Is someone going to clarify what they are doing in regards to Huawei Products? Are you continuing support or not?

When are we going to receive the latest 9.0.0.171 firmware updates with December Security Patches. Considering we are still on October .The mate 9 has November at least, and januJan 2019 is due in a few days.

Let's not forget that 9.0.0.166 was released weeks ago with system stability updates which we are in critical need of. 

You should just release the unbranded firmware, people who have bought their handset outright have the latest version and are using the optus network without any issues. So really there's no testing requirements needed.

[SteveV]

Unbranding post paid handsets would be an excellent selling point for optus and would stop the issue of delays. I can understand the branding on pre paid phones with network lock and the such. 

[Dazkatmaka11]

And yet another firmware version, Optus are really taking the Mick. Get it fixed , @Optus @Dan_C

9.0.0.182 Changelog below:-
This update adds Super macro mode to Camera.

Adds Super macro mode to Camera. It can be found under More.
Improves the zoom shortcut in the viewfinder.

Improves the smoothness of Gestures system navigation.

Improves call experience in certain scenarios.

Integrates Google security patches released in January 2019 for improved system security.
For more information on the security of Huawei EMUI system updates, please visit the official Huawei website:

[Dazkatmaka11]

Where's our updates, January 2019 security updates are out.

Optus this is getting to be aa pathetic service from you.