Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) Latest Firmware T819XXU2BRE1 Android Nougat 7.0 Flashing Guide and Download

Samsung has released a new firmware  T819XXU2BRE1 for Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) based on Android Nougat 7.0. A new firmware is released from time to time by Samsung with a set of new features from the android for a better user experience on the device. The firmware update is usually delivered to the devices over OTA directly by the manufacturer and carrier. It usually takes a long time in most cases to reach all the devices of the series as the location and other factors vary with model numbers. You can get the latest firmware directly to your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) from the guide below with download links of Official Firmware. 

Every new firmware update comes with the latest security patches from Samsung to keep the device safe and tackle the latest security threats identified by Android. It is advisable to update your device from time to time to the latest available firmware to avoid security risk and get receive latest features. Odin is the tool we recommend for manually flashing the official firmware on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE, downloaded from the links below. You can use Odin to manually flash your Samsung device with the Latest Official Firmware hasslefree and efficiently. 

Before you flash your Galaxy Tab S2 LTE ensure that your device model number matches the firmware specific to the model number you downloaded below. Flashing an incorrect firmware on your Tab S2 LTE can brick your device. Every Samsung device has different models based on region, be sure to check your device model number in the settings menu. You can head over to the About Device section in your setting menu to find your device model number.

Tools that You Might Need

Samsung Smart Switch is the official tool recommended by Samsung to transfer your data from Samsung device to your PC over a data cable. It is a wise practice to create a backup of your Samsung device on your PC before you start the flashing process. This tool will help you restore your data back if you lose them in the process of manual flashing of the device. Manually flashing a Samsung device can erase your device data, so a backup comes in handy if you want to preserve important data. 

The smart switch tool will not only backup your data to your PC but also keep drivers needed for manual flashing of your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 LTE. If you are used Kies in past this is the newer version of Samsung Kies and works almost similarly. Any device after the Note II or the Galaxy S4 uses the newer Smart Switch tool.

Odin is the best tool we recommend for manual flashing of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) with the latest official firmware. If you follow the steps properly and ensure that you download the correct firmware specifically for your device you will be running the latest Android Oreo with new features and latest security patch within minutes.

How to Update Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) to Latest Firmware T819XXU2BRE1 by OTA

OTA or Over the Air is the official update you receive from the manufacturer or carrier as a downloadable option on your phone. Generally, OTA updates are slower to reach the devices and take a lot of time to download and update the device.

Step 1: Keep your device charged to over 60%

Step 2: Backup your data

Step 3: Head over to setting and select About Phone

Step 4: Select Update Software option from About Phone Menu

Step 5: If you have an update available you will get an option to download the update

Step 6: Select OK and download the update on your device

Step 7: Wait until the device completes the update and reboots. The device can reboot a couple of times, it is usual and you should not interrupt the process.

After the phone reboots head over to the About Phone section in your setting menu and checks the latest Android Version to confirm the update.

How to Update Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) Using the Samsung Smart Switch

Samsung Smart Switch is the official tool to backup, update or restore your Samsung devices. Previously it was called the Kies which got the new tool for new devices running Android 4.3 and above.

Using Samsung Smart Switch has its own benefit, as it automatically makes sure you have the necessary drivers for update device. Odin is the best tool to manually flash the latest firmware on your Samsung device. Samsung Smart Switch can also help you update your device to the latest firmware automatically once a new update is available. You can get the tool for your Windows PC as well as Mac.

Download Samsung Smart Switch

Step 1: Download the Smart Switch Tool for your PC if you have not downloaded it above

Step 2: Open the tool and connect your Samsung Device using the USB Cable to your Computer. If you are connecting the device for the first time, then it will ask permission on your device, click Ok. You need to update the device driver if your device is not recognized.

Step 3: If there is a new update available it will automatically download on the tool. Click update and it will sideload your update to your device.

Step 4: It will take some time to update your device. Your device will automatically reboot once your update is downloaded to your device.

Step 5: You can set your preference to download the software every time a new version is available automatically on your PC. You can update your device once you connect to the tool.

How to Flash Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) to Latest Firmware T819XXU2BRE1 Manually

Note: Flashing is only recommended if you know what you are doing. We take no responsibility if your device behaves improperly. Firmware is device specific and will not work with other devices. If you are not sure about Flashing, it is better to wait for official OTA updates.

These simple steps will help you update your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE (SM-T819) to Latest Firmware T819XXU2BRE1 using the download links below specific to your carrier.

Step 1: Download the firmware .zip file from the link below that contains the official Firmware and extract it on your PC or Mac

Download Links for Official Firmware
Mirror 1	Rapidgator Link
Mirror 2	AlfaFile Link

Step 2: Download Odin from the Link           

Step 3: Extract the Odin file downloaded and install it on your PC

Step 4: Reboot your Phone to download mode by pressing Home+ Power+ Volume Down buttons together

Step 5: Connect your phone to PC

Step 6: Open Odin and wait for a blue tick on Odin

Step 7: Select AP/PDA on the Odin and choose the firmware file you extracted earlier

Step 8: Uncheck the repartition option in the tool

Step 9: Click start and allow the flash to complete

Step 10: The phone will reboot automatically, if not enter into recovery mode and select factory reset option

This will confirm the flashing on your device and your device will now be running the official Android Nougat 7.0. You can check your Android version by going to the About Phone and checking the version.