Android update keeps downloading

But more than 10 hours passed overnight , it is still "Configuring software update environment I made sure that the Smart Switch is the only software open before I start the update. But since I need to do my work, I was forced to disconnect it and stop the update. Is it really that long to take the update? Abullutof Active Level 1. I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and I am trying to upgrade the software to the latest security patch released 1 September I have tried to restart the device and putting it off and on several times, but didnt help.

The notification shows download paused, in system settings it shows time left when i press on resume download it says "please wait" but nothing happens after.

All forum topics Previous Topic Next Topic. DanAnty Beginner Level 3. I wish I had never updated. Thanks for the info! You're very welcome! I received the update January 3rd.

Post Reply. Related Content. Security updates in Galaxy S20 2 weeks ago I'm still on the September security patch update in Galaxy S20 3 weeks ago When will I receive the October security patch update in Galaxy S20 4 weeks ago Android auto freezes after the October security update in Galaxy S20 S20 Ultra has been jittery after the security patch update in Galaxy S20 So it is more secure to update your android system using the mobile network. Lack of storage space can cause failure of Android system update and it has happened to a lot of users.

So make sure that you have enough storage space before installing the new update on your Android device. You can delete some unnecessary data or uninstall some apps to clear storage space on your device. It's totally easy and all you have to do is clear the storage and try again. Corrupted and outdated system cache is another interruption to your android system update.

You should always clear your system cache and ensure no system cache available to hamper your system update. Showing the process below -. First, you have to turn off the phone. When the phone is off, charge it about 30 minutes before booting to recovery mode.

Now press and Hold strongly Volume Up key and the Bixby key. Then you have to press and hold the Power key. Hold it until the android logo appears to the display. When you see the logo on the display release the button. You will see the android system recovery menu option to screen just in 30 to 60 seconds.

And press the power key to select the option. Again press the volume down key to preview "yes" and use the power key to select "yes. Finally, press the power key to and restart the device.

Sometimes third party apps become the reason of hampering your system update. In that case, you can use safe mode. In the safe mode, the third party apps cannot interrupt your system update.

It is easy to open safe mode. Here are the steps -. At first switch off your mobile. Press and hold the power key until the model name of your phone is displayed.