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# Fire Phone Software Updates

Fire phone software updates automatically download and install on your Fire phone when connected wirelessly. You can also manually download the software to your computer and transfer it to your device with a USB cable.

The latest software version for Fire phone is Fire OS 4.6.6.1 (466001420).

To determine the current software version on your device:

1. From the Home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen (or swivel your phone) to open the Quick Actions panel.
2. Tap the Settings icon, and then tap Device > Install system updates. You will see the current software version.

To check if an update is available from your device:

1. From the Home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen (or swivel your phone) to open the Quick Actions panel.
2. Select the Settings icon, and then tap Device > Install system updates > Check Now. Fire phone will download the latest software update if it's available.
3. After the download is complete, select Install System Update to install the update. Your device will restart during the software update.

To manually download and transfer the latest software version via USB:

1. Select the following link to download the latest software version for your phone to your computer:
   - Fire phone (AT&T): Fire OS 4.6.6.1
   - Fire phone (Unlocked GSM): Fire OS 4.6.6.1
   Important: Do not manually download and install a software update not intended for your device.
2. Transfer the software update file to your Fire phone:
   1. Connect your Fire phone to your computer using the included USB cable.
   2. If you have a lock screen set, unlock your phone so it can be accessed by your computer.
   3. Open the Fire folder, and then drag and drop the software update file into the Internal storage folder.
3. After the file transfer is complete, disconnect the USB cable from your Fire phone and your computer.
4. Swipe down from the top of the screen (or swivel your phone) to open the Quick Actions panel, tap Device, and then tap Install System Update. Your device will restart during the software update.

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