The software update is released OTA (over the air) in stages

Jan 25, 2012 22:11 GMT  ·  By

Samsung Epic 4G Touch has just received a new software update. According to Sprint the update is pushed OTA (over the air) in stages with 100% of Epic 4G Touch units having received the update within approximately 10 days.

 

The update dubbed EL29 brings only a few changes, but Sprint recommends owners to download and install it as soon as it becomes available on the phone.

 

Software version S:D710.0.5S.EL29 adds a security update, dismissing multiple calendar alerts and activates Commercial System (CMAS).

 

Samsung Epic 4G Touch owners will be automatically notified on the update, but they can also check for it manually by going to Menu / Settings / About phone / System updates / Update Android. Before downloading the update make sure the phone’s battery is at least 50% charged.