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Fairphone 5 Release Notes

Find the release notes for current and previous software versions.

 

Current software version

FP5.VT2R.C.095

Release date: 18 May 2026
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue where ring vibration strength was affected by other haptic settings.
  • Fixed an issue where the three button navigation disappears when changing theme.
  • General UI improvements.
  • Security patch level: 05 May 2026

 

Previous software versions

FP5.VT2Q.C.092

Release date: 20 April 2026
Android version: 15

Changes:

 

FP5.VT2P.C.089

Release date: 30 March 2026
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Optimized background process management for smoother multitasking.
  • Security patch level: 05 March 2026

 

FP5.VT2M.C.084

Release date: 23 February 2026
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue where fingerprint haptics were disabled by low touch feedback settings.
  • Security patch level: 05 February 2026

 

FP5.VT2K.C.076

Release date: 26 January 2026
Android version: 15

Changes:

 

FP5.VT2I.C.072

Release date: 15 December 2025
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the recent apps history not functioning at times.
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the message "SIM 1 is VoLTE capable" displaying on the device.
  • Fixed an issue where ending a WhatsApp call on mute resulted in the microphones to be muted system-wide.
  • Fixed an issue where a user set wallpaper is automatically reverted to default settings.
  • Fixed an issue where the network name was appearing in the status bar even if disabled in settings.
  • New version of MyFairphone App v4.2.13.
  • Security patch level: 05 December 2025

 

FP5.VT2F.C.065

Release date: 17 November 2025
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Dynamic app icons not displaying the correct information for date and time.
  • Fixed an issue where fingerprint haptics were not functioning correctly.
  • Fixed an issue that was resulting in Quickstep (launcher) to quit when using the "Saving app pair" feature.
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in NFC not functioning correctly.
  • Security patch level: 05 October 2025

 

FP5.VT2E.C.059

Release date: 05 October 2025
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that prevented devices with a malfunctioning fingerprint sensor from booting into Android 15.
  • Security patch level: 05 September 2025

 

FP5.VT2D.C.054

Release date: 09 September 2025
Android version: 15

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that was causing Quickstep to constantly crash.
  • Security patch level: 05 August 2025

 

FP5.VT28.C.042

Release date: 21 July 2025
Android version: 15

Changes:

The Fairphone 5 is getting an upgrade to Android 15! This update brings enhanced security and privacy features to protect you and your device, along with some other improvements.

  • 🔒 Private Space
    Create a separate private space with an additional layer of authentication to keep sensitive apps, like social, dating or banking apps, away from prying eyes.
  • 🔑 Passkeys integration
    Passkeys was first introduced by Google in Android 14 and is now available on Fairphone, including the recent updates as part of Android 15 which supports one-tap sign in.
  • 🥷 Theft Protection
    Theft Protection is a hub for proactive security features and tips that help keep your devices and data more secure by deterring theft and providing quick recovery in the event of a stolen device.
  • ✨ Small Quality of Life Improvements:
    • New 4x5 grid option for home screen
    • Option to increase contrast
    • Disable sending device name wifi
    • Partial Screen Recording
    • Interactive control center Bluetooth panel
    • App Archiving
    • Set your default wallet app
    • You can now remove the search bar from your homescreen to get additional space to place icons
  • Security patch level: 05 June 2025

 

FP5.UT2Q.B.125

Release date: 23 June 2025
Android version: 14
Security patch level: June 2025

Changes:

  • Operator fixes for RTT (Real Time Text).
  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.UT2P.B.122

Release date: 12 May 2025
Android version: 14
Security patch level: May 2025

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that was causing Hearing Aids to not connect properly.
  • Gemini will be the default assistant on your Fairphone. Instructions are provided how to use it on first boot setup.
  • Implementation of Real Time Text (RTT).
  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.UT2M.B.113

Release date: 7 April 2025
Android version: 14
Security patch level: March 2025

Changes:

  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.UT2L.B.107

Release date: 10 March 2025
Android version: 14
Security patch level: February 2025

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that was causing the finger print and face unlock to not work under certain circumstances.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing incorrect apps to open when using the search function.

 

FP5.UT2K.B.098

Release date: 27 January 2025
Android version: 14
Security patch level: January 2025

Changes:

  • Fixed an issue that was causing the display to glow when the screen was black.
  • The Remote Lock feature has now been enabled.
  • Minor UI updates.

 

FP5.UT2H.B.088

Release date: 16 December 2024
Android version: 14
Security patch level: November 2024

Changes:

  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.UT2E.B.078

Release date: 25 November 2024
Android version: 14
Security patch level: October 2024

Changes:
  • Implementation for French Parental Control
  • Fixed an issue causing failures connecting to the B2B Zero Touch Portal
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the Automatic network selection not to work correctly under certain circumstances.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing some user interface components to not scale properly when the text size was changed.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the apps icons to be partially cut off when searching in the app drawer.

 

FP5.UT2B.B.072

Release date: 14 October 2024
Android version: 14
Security patch level: September 2024

Changes:
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the 'Show Device Controls' on the lockscreen to reappear after a reboot even if disabled.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the boot animation to slow down under certain circumstances.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the accessibility menu to sometimes disappear.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the external speakers' stereo channels not to properly adapt to the device orientation.
  • Minor UI changes and translation improvements.

 

FP5.UT27.B.059

Release date: 27 August 2024
Android version: 14
Security patch level: August 2024

Changes:

  • Camera improvements.

 

FP5.UT20.B.041

Release date: 15 July 2024
Android version: 14
Security patch level: July 2024

Changes:

 

FP5.TT4H.A.162

Release date: 24 June 2024
Android version: 13
Security patch level: June 2024

Changes:

  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.TT4D.A.157

Release date: 13 May 2024
Android version: 13
Security patch level: April 2024

Changes:

  • An issue that was causing issues with connecting to certain PEAP protected Wi-Fi networks has been solved.
  • The adaptive brightness response of the display in low-light conditions has been improved.

 

FP5.TT4C.A.154

Release date: 15 April 2024
Android version: 13
Security patch level: March 2024

Changes:

  • An issue that was causing the microphone not to be accessible to third-party apps has been solved.
  • An issue that was causing the icon of the Calendar app not to update correctly and show the current date has been solved.
  • An issue that was causing the Settings to become unresponsive upon exiting from Guest mode has been solved.

 

FP5.TT46.A.144

Release date: 11 March 2024
Android version: 13
Security patch level: February 2024

Changes:

  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.TT45.A.141

Release date: 5 February 2024
Android version: 13
Security patch level: January 2024

Changes:

  • An issue that was causing the phone to reboot when 5G was enabled on certain networks has been resolved.
  • An issue that was causing the face recognition not to be correctly disabled when Lockdown Mode was selected has been resolved.
  • A color picker for wallpapers on the home-screen has been introduced.
  • A Pocket Mode, to protect you from accidental touches when the phone is in your pocket, has been introduced. You can find it in Settings → Display → Pocket Mode.
  • Some typos and/or unclear wordings have been fixed or improved.

 

FP5.TT40.A.131

Release date: 29 December 2023
Android version: 13
Security patch level: December 2023

Changes:

  • Security patch level.

 

FP5.TT3Y.A.127

Release date: 11 December 2023
Android version: 13
Security patch level: November 2023

Changes:

  • An issue that was causing media content to be played in low resolution for certain media streaming services has been fixed.
  • An issue that was causing the double-tap-to-wake function to reset its setting after a reboot has been solved.
  • Some issues with the home screen functions have been solved.
  • An issue causing an SMS not to be sent when using quick-answer has now been fixed.
  • An issue that was causing the preview of the just-taken picture in the Camera app not to appear correctly when an SD card was set as primary storage has now been solved.
  • An issue that was causing the double-tap-to-wake function not to work correctly when Always On Display was enabled has now been fixed.
  • The auto-focus for Portrait mode in certain conditions has been improved.
  • It is now possible to control the behavior of the fingerprint-unlocking feature in Settings → Security.

 

FP5.TT3P.A.112

Release date: 6 November 2023
Android version: 13
Security patch level: October 2023

Changes:

  • DC Dimming has been added as an option to the Display settings. When enabled, this feature helps alleviate eye fatigue or headache for those that can see a flickering effect on the display while the brightness level is low.

 

FP5.TT3L.A.106

Release date: 9 October 2023
Android version: 13
Security patch level: September 2023

Changes:

  • Charging modes: We've made the notification and settings clearer to read the difference between Fast and Eco charging modes.

 

FP5.TT3G.A.094

Release date: 11 September 2023
Android version: 13
Security patch level: August 2023

Changes:

  • Improved Camera performance.
  • The network compatibility for several carriers has been enhanced.

 

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