Software updates

You can improve the performance of your Samsung Wave S8500 by keeping the software up to date. And it might fix any niggling problems your phone has.

It's easy to do and should only take about 20 minutes. Remember to back up any content (contacts, photos, etc) stored on your phone just in case it gets deleted.

To back up your content and update your phone's software just follow the instructions below. You may be re-directed to your handset manufacturer's web site. O2 is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.

What is my current version of software?

To check the software version of your Samsung:

To find the software version of your phone.

1. Tap Keypad.
2. Dial *#1234#.
3. Tap Confirm to exit the screen

Software versions

Listed below is the history of software updates available for your handset. Select the 'view details' button for details and download link.

Version No	Accreditation date	View details
S8500BWLF1, Bada 2	27/07/2012
Version details: One Range Upgrade Software. Full Details SW: S8500BWLF1, CSC: S8500O2ULD1, Bada 2 How to upgrade: Visit the Samsung Phone Firmware Update Site to see if you can upgrade your phones software. Upgrade URL: http://www.samsungmobile.co.uk/support/softwaremanuals/softwareNpsUpdate.do#how
S8500BWJF1	30/07/2010
Version details: Pay Monthly Upgrade Software. Full Details SW: S8500BWJF1, CSC: S8500O2UJG1 How to upgrade: Visit the Samsung Phone Firmware Update Site to see if you can upgrade your phones software. Upgrade URL: http://www.samsungmobile.co.uk/support/softwaremanuals/softwareNpsUpdate.do#how
S8500XXJEE	28/05/2010
Version details: Pay Monthly Accreditation Software. Full Details SW: S8500XXJEE, CSC: S8500XEUJEC How to upgrade: At this time, there is no facility to upgrade this handsets software.
S8500BWJE8	26/05/2010
Version details: Open Market, Pay Monthly Accreditation Software. Full Details SW: S8500BWJE8, CSC: S8500O2UJE8 How to upgrade: At this time, there is no facility to upgrade this handsets software.