Can someone clarify what all the DIFFERENT update menus in Settings are? - LG G8 Questions & Answers

Im trying to ensure I'm on the latest version of our device! Model - LM-G820UM, Software Version - G820U20d
Searching "update" in the main settings menu on my LG G8 Spring Unlocked brings up the following results:
https://imgur.com/UGKs9ip
From those results,
Clicking "Update Center" brings up this:
https://imgur.com/FuQaE5F
^ This appears to update all the LG apps/bloatware crap imo
This is where it gets confusing:
Clicking "Google Play system update bring up this, telling me I'm on the March 1st, 2020 Security update:
https://imgur.com/nXhuUwv
However, clicking "Security Update" (main settings menu, right below "Google Play system update"), tells me I'm on December 1st, 2019 security patch level...?:
https://imgur.com/KCf429q
So naturally I tried to manually check if there are any available update, I select "System Updates" from the main settings menu (see first screenshot) which brings up this:
https://imgur.com/8ZSIS3P
and then select Update LG Software - update client initiated LG Software - which FORCE CLOSES AND SENDS ME TO THE HOME SCREEN.
So what's the difference between Google Play System Update and Security Update, and can someone tell me what happens when you guys open up System Updates > Update LG Software, does it force close for you too?

x3malex said:
Im trying to ensure I'm on the latest version of our device! Model - LM-G820UM, Software Version - G820U20d
Searching "update" in the main settings menu on my LG G8 Spring Unlocked brings up the following results:
https://imgur.com/UGKs9ip
From those results,
Clicking "Update Center" brings up this:
https://imgur.com/FuQaE5F
^ This appears to update all the LG apps/bloatware crap imo
This is where it gets confusing:
Clicking "Google Play system update bring up this, telling me I'm on the March 1st, 2020 Security update:
https://imgur.com/nXhuUwv
However, clicking "Security Update" (main settings menu, right below "Google Play system update"), tells me I'm on December 1st, 2019 security patch level...?:
https://imgur.com/KCf429q
So naturally I tried to manually check if there are any available update, I select "System Updates" from the main settings menu (see first screenshot) which brings up this:
https://imgur.com/8ZSIS3P
and then select Update LG Software - update client initiated LG Software - which FORCE CLOSES AND SENDS ME TO THE HOME SCREEN.
So what's the difference between Google Play System Update and Security Update, and can someone tell me what happens when you guys open up System Updates > Update LG Software, does it force close for you too?
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I mean, as long as when you check for update in the "update center" and you're on the latest it's good. Idk about the rest of the stuff, but that's all you need to worry about.

Can you tell me what Settings > System updates > Update LG Software - update client initiated LG Software displays for you?

x3malex said:
Can you tell me what Settings > System updates > Update LG Software - update client initiated LG Software displays for you?
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I am stuck on a beta version and don't have that menu, but I can assure you that update center is all you need to pay attention to.

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[Q] new gnex, 4.0.2 up to date

Just got new gnex today with version 4.0.2 build number ICL53F:i9250JPLA1
When ever i try to update it says up to date?
My xoom in on 4.04 already
Ia there any official 4.0.4 update?
Not sure if you're on GSM or LTE, but this worked for me on LTE(i515).
1. From your phone, head into Settings > Apps > All.
2. Search for "Google Services Framework".
3. Once found, tap on it and choose “Force stop.”
4. Then choose “Clear data.”
5. Back out of Apps to your About page in Settings and check for the System update.
You may have to repeat the steps a couple of times.

Manually Update OTA via Wifi Question / Help

I have two K10 phones with T-Mobile and they both have system updates available. The message says "You can download this update over WiFi at any time. Otherwise, it will start downloading automatically between 10:00PM and 5:00 AM." I have WiFi on and connected (100% battery and plugged in) and go back to the Settings->About Phone->Update Center->System Updates page and there is no button or way to start the download and/or install. What am I missing? How do you download and install the update over WiFi? This happens with each update and I can't figure out how to manually start the update.
Thanks for any help!
Go to: Settings > About Phone > Update SW > 'Update of SW'. There you have available the options to manually update, disabling previously the auto-update,
CrashOverride93 said:
Go to: Settings > About Phone > Update SW > 'Update of SW'. There you have available the options to manually update, disabling previously the auto-update,
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I don't see the option to manually update. Attached are the screenshots of what I see.
Thank you.
peridoc said:
I don't see the option to manually update. Attached are the screenshots of what I see.
Thank you.
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The last screenshot is what you get when you tap on "system update"? If not then try tapping on it, or tap on three dot menu on screen from last screenshot if available or hold recents button if there isn't three dot menu.
Professor Woland said:
The last screenshot is what you get when you tap on "system update"? If not then try tapping on it, or tap on three dot menu on screen from last screenshot if available or hold recents button if there isn't three dot menu.
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Yes - The last screenshot is what I see when I click on "System Update". On either that screen or the one before it, there are no menu options with three dots or when I press and hold the recents button. There are no options to select there. Very strange that I don't have the option to get the download and install there.
peridoc said:
Yes - The last screenshot is what I see when I click on "System Update". On either that screen or the one before it, there are no menu options with three dots or when I press and hold the recents button. There are no options to select there. Very strange that I don't have the option to get the download and install there.
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I don't get it, they screwed something or we are doing something wrong. At least there should be options tu turn on/off checking for updates and for automatic installation. Try conntacting lg support, but I doubt that will bring any help.
I know...I don't get it either. There should be an option to download and install, but there is not. Alas, I will just let it process overnight but would be nice to know how not to have to wait on this device for the update.
The same thing happened to my girlfriend's K10, she said it automatically downloaded randomly a few days later so... I don't know, the phone is all screwed up.

Mate 8: easy way Nougat Updates without TWRP: NXT-L29C432B560->..B581->..B582->..B583

Mate 8: easy way Nougat Updates without TWRP: NXT-L29C432B560->..B581->..B582->..B583
Easy way to Update from Nougat NXT-L29C432B560 to higher Versions (you dont need TWRP or root)
Method 1:
Try it on your own risk, i tested it and it worked for me:
You will need Huawei FirmwareFinder from the AppStore
Start Firmware NXT-L29C432B560 (if you on Marshmallow, check xda Forums how to Update from Marshmallow to Nougat)
1. Download Huawei FirmwareFinder from your Android AppStore
2. Start Firmware Finder, it will show you already your Model -> NXT-L29C432 ... choose it.
3. Then you will see all the possible Updates:
4. If you on B560, scroll down to B581 FullOTA-MF, choose it (if you on B581 go to B582 FullOTA-MF ... if you on B582 go to B583 OTA-MF(not Full-OTA) )
5. Select "CHECK FIRMWARE ACCESS" -> "CHECK AVAILABILITY" (if you get the message "Firmware approved for installation" , everything will be fine usually.)
6. Choose IN-APP PROXY and GET AN UPDATE THROUGH DNS -> AUTO (DNS Service and Proxy Service will start, you will see it above in your toolbar)
7. Go to your Android settings -> Software-Update, now you should get a Update message (on B582 i got some strange chinese signs instead of firmware description, but its ok.)
8. Start Firmware Download
9. after the Download is 100% finished, IMPORTANT: Stop the Proxy Service and the DNS Service before you start the Update.
9.1 IMPORTANT: go again to your Firmware Finder App and check again "CHECK FIRMWARE ACCESS" -> "CHECK AVAILABILITY" via LTE/4G or normal WiFi.
9.2 and now go back to your Software-Update menu and start the Update, the phone will restart and install the update.
Method 2 is also easy and even faster but here you will need unlocked bootloader and TWRP...):
check here -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-8/development/mate-8-nxt-l29c432b584-t3846120
I followed your directions to a "T" (Method 1). Worked great for me. Thank you!!!!
I was on a freshly installed B581 when i started with your instructions. I messed up my phone, so using DC Phoenix i was able to revive it only with the B133 stock version. No other versions worked for me.
There were few bumps along the way. Few times Firmware Finder acted strange after an update when trying to install the next one. Solved that with a Factory Reset then trying again. Also, few times after an update when checking for the next update, the System Update would download really slow and report "unreliable connection" or something along those lines. My Firmware Finder would freeze so i couldn't shut off the proxy service. I restarted the phone and without going into the Firmware Finder to activate the proxy service again, I just resumed the download normally and it downloaded with regular high speed.
This also worked for the jump from B583 to B584. I used the smaller OTA-MF file. I hope this is of some additional assistance to anybody who is trying this.
Interesting.
Sorry, I am new to Huawei...
If the install job is botched how do you recover the phone?

What are the updates? Total confusion for me...

I jut got a new update on my Pixel 2XL.
It is in the "Google Play system update" required restart.
What are "Google play system updates"?
Under "Settings" - "Security" - "Security Updates" there is the System update.
Under "Settings" - "Security" - "Google Play system update" there is the something else.
Based on the HELP:
See which Android version you have
Open your phone's Settings app.
Near the bottom, tap System And then Advanced And then System update.
See your "Android version" and "Security patch level."
Get the latest Android updates available for you
When you get a notification, open it and tap the update action.
If you cleared your notification or your device has been offline:
Open your phone's Settings app.
Near the bottom, tap System and then Advanced and then System update.
You'll see your update status. Follow any steps on the screen.
Get security updates and Google Play system updates
Most system updates and security patches happen automatically. To check if an update is available:
Open your device’s Settings app.
Tap Security.
Check for an update:
To check if a security update is available, tap Security update.
To check if a Google Play system update is available, tap Google Play system update.
Follow any steps on the screen.
So...
Security updates = System updates
Play System update = Security updates
???
Total confusion...
Now I got an update but there is no changelog.
How can I know what was installed, changed?
https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-the-new-android-update-system-might-confuse-users/
When Google announces updates they post the list of fixes along with it. They don't send a changelog to the device when sending an update.

How To Guide [How To] Update Sharp Aquos R6 Outside Japan - Docomo Version - Without Factory Reset

It's been said that Docomo phone are easier to update, only Japan VPN needed. But in reality it's not that simple. Even after using VPN, most of the time you wont be able to find OTA update through system update. Sure factory reset can help you to get update, but keep resetting phone for each update is unproductive and bothersome.
And nobody bother to actually write down the detail instruction on how to update Docomo phone (in this case is Aquos R6)
So here you go, the needed steps to update without factory reset your phone.
1. Download Proton VPN, it's Japan server is fast and free
2. Take out SIM card from the phone (it will automatically restarted by doing so)
3. Connect to fast WiFi
4. Open Proton VPN and connect to Japan server
5. Turn off WiFi but don't kill/close your VPN app
6. Go to Setting, type in search field : "Google Services Framework" , tap it, choose Storage, and do Clear All Data & Clear Cache
7. Now search again, for "Google Play Services" , and choose storage again, tap on Manage Space and choose "Clear All Data"
8. Go to System Setting again and change your region to Japan,
9. Now connect back to WiFi
10. Check Proton VPN status on notification, make sure it's back connected to Japan Server
11. Now go to System Update in setting and tap "Check for update"
12. That's it, you will be able to get the OTA update and installing it now.
Thank you for your help. I have succeeded to update to Android 12 for my R6. One thing here, I cannot find where yo change current region to Japan, however, it still works on system update.
chientrq said:
Thank you for your help. I have succeeded to update to Android 12 for my R6. One thing here, I cannot find where yo change current region to Japan, however, it still works on system update.
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Its under time, disable network time and change it to Japan
Speedknight said:
Its under time, disable network time and change it to Japan
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Oh I got it. Thanks.
otonieru said:
It's been said that Docomo phone are easier to update, only Japan VPN needed. But in reality it's not that simple. Even after using VPN, most of the time you wont be able to find OTA update through system update. Sure factory reset can help you to get update, but keep resetting phone for each update is unproductive and bothersome.
And nobody bother to actually write down the detail instruction on how to update Docomo phone (in this case is Aquos R6)
So here you go, the needed steps to update without factory reset your phone.
1. Download Proton VPN, it's Japan server is fast and free
2. Take out SIM card from the phone (it will automatically restarted by doing so)
3. Connect to fast WiFi
4. Open Proton VPN and connect to Japan server
5. Turn off WiFi but don't kill/close your VPN app
6. Go to Setting, type in search field : "Google Services Framework" , tap it, choose Storage, and do Clear All Data & Clear Cache
7. Now search again, for "Google Play Services" , and choose storage again, tap on Manage Space and choose "Clear All Data"
8. Go to System Setting again and change your region to Japan,
9. Now connect back to WiFi
10. Check Proton VPN status on notification, make sure it's back connected to Japan Server
11. Now go to System Update in setting and tap "Check for update"
12. That's it, you will be able to get the OTA update and installing it now.
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Thank you so much. This procedure also worked on R6 Softbank version. It's interesting that after the update to android 12 my R6 drains less battery than before...
hello mate
i have been using docomo fujitsu F52A, followed your guide and upgraded from oldest buil number of android 10 to newest build number of android 11, but after that i could not upgrade to android 12 by the same process, always get ''newest firmware'' on phone though android 12 has existed on Docomo website, any advices ? thanks
I found this after ONE YEAR looking for a solution.
I'm stuck on old version but I'm using a Huawei P30 Pro, locked to DOCOMO and can't upgrade.
I've tried following steps but, stuck on finding " Google Services Framework" , it just doesn't appear there .
Current version is Android Emui 9.1
Please, can somebody help me out? It's been driving me nuts.
TheTito said:
I found this after ONE YEAR looking for a solution.
I'm stuck on old version but I'm using a Huawei P30 Pro, locked to DOCOMO and can't upgrade.
I've tried following steps but, stuck on finding " Google Services Framework" , it just doesn't appear there .
Current version is Android Emui 9.1
Please, can somebody help me out? It's been driving me nuts.
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Huawei might be entirely different story mate, is the update itself listed on Docomo site ?
koala2875 said:
hello mate
i have been using docomo fujitsu F52A, followed your guide and upgraded from oldest buil number of android 10 to newest build number of android 11, but after that i could not upgrade to android 12 by the same process, always get ''newest firmware'' on phone though android 12 has existed on Docomo website, any advices ? thanks
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Sometimes you just need to try again,
latest update not always appear right away in my case as well. Sometimes the clearing data sequences also matter.
If it doesnt appear, just reboot first and start the step from beginning again.
otonieru said:
Huawei might be entirely different story mate, is the update itself listed on Docomo site ?
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I have no idea, everything is on Japanese.
TheTito said:
I have no idea, everything is on Japanese.
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Google translate is your friend. Lol
I can't find it but I do get a notification on phone (DOCOMO UPDATER) saying there is an update but whenever I try to update it says I need to connect to DOCOMO network. Even with VPN opened.
Hi all, close to ordering an R7 but nervous at the outlay if I then have issues updating, so a couple of quick questions:
1. Should the above work for softbank too?
2. If I have to factory reset, how do I use a vpn service without adding a Google account?
3. I can get a prepaid softbank sim but in theory it doesn't work abroad... However will it still work for these purposes, of the phone seeing its a softbank and updating?
It likely won't he my daily phone but one to use when on trips taking photos, so it's not the end of the world if I have to factory reset to do updates.
otonieru said:
It's been said that Docomo phone are easier to update, only Japan VPN needed. But in reality it's not that simple. Even after using VPN, most of the time you wont be able to find OTA update through system update. Sure factory reset can help you to get update, but keep resetting phone for each update is unproductive and bothersome.
And nobody bother to actually write down the detail instruction on how to update Docomo phone (in this case is Aquos R6)
So here you go, the needed steps to update without factory reset your phone.
1. Download Proton VPN, it's Japan server is fast and free
2. Take out SIM card from the phone (it will automatically restarted by doing so)
3. Connect to fast WiFi
4. Open Proton VPN and connect to Japan server
5. Turn off WiFi but don't kill/close your VPN app
6. Go to Setting, type in search field : "Google Services Framework" , tap it, choose Storage, and do Clear All Data & Clear Cache
7. Now search again, for "Google Play Services" , and choose storage again, tap on Manage Space and choose "Clear All Data"
8. Go to System Setting again and change your region to Japan,
9. Now connect back to WiFi
10. Check Proton VPN status on notification, make sure it's back connected to Japan Server
11. Now go to System Update in setting and tap "Check for update"
12. That's it, you will be able to get the OTA update and installing it now.
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failed to update Docomo F-04K
otonieru said:
It's been said that Docomo phone are easier to update, only Japan VPN needed. But in reality it's not that simple. Even after using VPN, most of the time you wont be able to find OTA update through system update. Sure factory reset can help you to get update, but keep resetting phone for each update is unproductive and bothersome.
And nobody bother to actually write down the detail instruction on how to update Docomo phone (in this case is Aquos R6)
So here you go, the needed steps to update without factory reset your phone.
1. Download Proton VPN, it's Japan server is fast and free
2. Take out SIM card from the phone (it will automatically restarted by doing so)
3. Connect to fast WiFi
4. Open Proton VPN and connect to Japan server
5. Turn off WiFi but don't kill/close your VPN app
6. Go to Setting, type in search field : "Google Services Framework" , tap it, choose Storage, and do Clear All Data & Clear Cache
7. Now search again, for "Google Play Services" , and choose storage again, tap on Manage Space and choose "Clear All Data"
8. Go to System Setting again and change your region to Japan,
9. Now connect back to WiFi
10. Check Proton VPN status on notification, make sure it's back connected to Japan Server
11. Now go to System Update in setting and tap "Check for update"
12. That's it, you will be able to get the OTA update and installing it now.
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Just updated my Softbank Aquos R3 without having to fully reset it from S2006 to S2007. (Previously did a full reset.)
Then updated a friend's Softbank Aquos R2: S1008 > S1009 > S1010 > S1011 > S1012 > S1013 > S2002 [Upgrade] > S2003 > S2004 > S2005.
otonieru said:
It's been said that Docomo phone are easier to update, only Japan VPN needed. But in reality it's not that simple. Even after using VPN, most of the time you wont be able to find OTA update through system update. Sure factory reset can help you to get update, but keep resetting phone for each update is unproductive and bothersome.
And nobody bother to actually write down the detail instruction on how to update Docomo phone (in this case is Aquos R6)
So here you go, the needed steps to update without factory reset your phone.
1. Download Proton VPN, it's Japan server is fast and free
2. Take out SIM card from the phone (it will automatically restarted by doing so)
3. Connect to fast WiFi
4. Open Proton VPN and connect to Japan server
5. Turn off WiFi but don't kill/close your VPN app
6. Go to Setting, type in search field : "Google Services Framework" , tap it, choose Storage, and do Clear All Data & Clear Cache
7. Now search again, for "Google Play Services" , and choose storage again, tap on Manage Space and choose "Clear All Data"
8. Go to System Setting again and change your region to Japan,
9. Now connect back to WiFi
10. Check Proton VPN status on notification, make sure it's back connected to Japan Server
11. Now go to System Update in setting and tap "Check for update"
12. That's it, you will be able to get the OTA update and installing it now.
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Thanks for this. You weren't kidding about following all of these steps. Also, apparently my R6 wanted security updates (2) to a11 before updating to a12.
Hi all, struggling with a step on this and can't get any updates - how do I set region to Japan?
DaveG28 said:
Hi all, struggling with a step on this and can't get any updates - how do I set region to Japan?
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It's in date & time setting
you can search for "Region" in the setting menu search bar as well
TheTito said:
I found this after ONE YEAR looking for a solution.
I'm stuck on old version but I'm using a Huawei P30 Pro, locked to DOCOMO and can't upgrade.
I've tried following steps but, stuck on finding " Google Services Framework" , it just doesn't appear there .
Current version is Android Emui 9.1
Please, can somebody help me out? It's been driving me nuts.
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bro when looking for it in apps click on the three dots then select show system processes then it ll show google services framework.
i got the L0J so after replying u i m also going to try to update by this method
kavindra756 said:
bro when looking for it in apps click on the three dots then select show system processes then it ll show google services framework.
i got the L0J so after replying u i m also going to try to update by this method
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OMG there it is... Thank you bro, I'll try it soon.
Let me know how'd it go ... Hope I can get this to work

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