Device Profile SM-F971B 🇮🇳 India (INS) 🔧 Stock Rom 📅 Aug 13, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (SM-F971B) Factory Stock Firmware – Version F971BXXS2AZH7 for Android 17

Firmware package • 18 GB • Released Aug 13, 2026 • Compatible with Android 17

SM-F971B

Download genuine Galaxy Z Fold8 stock firmware update (F971BXXS2AZH7). This package contains the verified, unmodified factory ROM for model SM-F971B (Region: India (INS)), released directly by Samsung.

Firmware Package Specifications

Device: Galaxy Z Fold8
Model Code: SM-F971B
Region / CSC: India (INS)
PDA / Build Number: F971BXXS2AZH7
Operating System: Android 17
Security Patch Level: 2026-08-05
Release Date: 2026-08-13
Archive File Size: 17.91 GB (19,233,203,488 bytes)

Manufacturer Changelog & Security Fixes

Security
The device is protected with improved security.

Odin 4-File Flashing Slots

This firmware package includes all 4 standard factory Odin partitions for safe system recovery and unbricking:

BL (Bootloader): Flashes the bootloader and primary hardware initialization tables.
AP (System Image): Contains the system OS, vendor files, and One UI user interface.
CP (Modem / Phone): Flashes the cellular baseband radio and Wi-Fi modem firmware.
CSC (Carrier Config): Select CSC_* to perform a clean factory wipe, or select HOME_CSC_* to upgrade firmware without losing your photos, apps, or settings.

Quick flashing overview for Galaxy Z Fold8

Download & Extract: Confirm the model and source of the F971BXXS2AZH7 package for Galaxy Z Fold8 (SM-F971B). Extract the archive according to its included instructions.
Boot Download Mode: Turn off device. Hold Volume Down + Volume Up simultaneously while connecting the USB-C cable to your PC, then press Volume Up at the turquoise warning screen.
Odin Slot Mapping: Open Odin 3.14.4 as Administrator. Assign BL, AP, CP, and CSC slots (HOME_CSC to preserve personal data, or CSC for a clean factory wipe).
Execute & Reboot: Click Start in Odin. Await the green PASS! confirmation (approx. 4–7 minutes) until your device automatically restarts.

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Platform Note: These instructions apply to systems running Android 17. Verify compatibility before proceeding.

Compatibility and scope

File type: Firmware
Version: F971BXXS2AZH7
Supported OS: Android 17
System architecture: ARM64-V8A
Download size: 18 GB
Release date: Aug 13, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (SM-F971B) firmware version F971BXXS2AZH7 (Galaxy Z Fold8 Factory Stock Firmware) supports Android 17 on ARM64-V8A systems.

📜 Galaxy Z Fold8 Firmware Release History & Changelog Archive

Firmware update chronicle, OS version progression, and security patch trajectory for SM-F971B (Region: India (INS)):

2 Listed Builds

💡 Click Changelog details to expand release notes (Scroll horizontally on smaller screens →)

Build Number (PDA) & Changelog	Android OS	Release Date	Security Patch	Status
F971BXXS2AZH7 Changelog details (2 notes) Security The device is protected with improved security.	Android 17	Aug 13, 2026	🛡️ Aug 2026	✓ Active
F971BXXU1AZGI Changelog details (2 notes) Stability and reliability Device behavior has been improved.	Android 17	Aug 01, 2026	🛡️ Jun 2026	Previous

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📋 Package Specifications & Build Details

Listed firmware metadata and component tags for Galaxy Z Fold8:

Build Details

Build Number (PDA) F971BXXS2AZH7

CSC Build Code F971BOXM2AZH7

Baseband / Modem (CP) F971BXXS2AZH7

Operating System Android 17

Release Date August 13, 2026

Security Patch Level 🛡️ August 2026

Package Format 📦 4-File Factory Binary (.zip)

Total Package Size 💾 17.91 GB

Archive Structure & Odin Slot Guide

BL: Bootloader binary

AP: System core & recovery

CP: Modem & baseband

CSC: Regional carrier configuration

✨ Build Highlights

Security
The device is protected with improved security.

Download Galaxy Z Fold8 Factory Stock Firmware

Package listed for Galaxy Z Fold8 • Version F971BXXS2AZH7 • Released Aug 13, 2026:

📦 Listed file size: 18 GB

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Odin Flashing Toolkit & Slot Guide

Firmware package details

Before flashing a firmware package on Galaxy Z Fold8 (SM-F971B), confirm the exact model, package source and tool instructions:

🛠️ Odin Flash Tool v3.14.4 Windows flashing utility used with some Samsung Android firmware packages.

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🔌 Samsung USB Driver Enables PC detection in Download Mode (Odin ID:COM port).

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Odin 4-File Slot Mapping

BL (Bootloader) Select file starting with BL_...

AP (System Image) Select file starting with AP_...

CP (Modem / Radio) Select file starting with CP_...

CSC or HOME_CSC HOME_CSC retains data; CSC wipes device.

⚠️ Pro Caution: Ensure your battery is charged above 50% and do not unplug the USB cable until the green PASS! message appears in Odin.

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