BT typically rolls out updates overnight, meaning you cannot usually trigger a "check for update" manually to force a new version. Current Version: v0.45.00.08028-BT Previous Major Versions: v0.37.00.07084-BT (late 2022) v0.26.04.04227-BT (early 2021) Checking Your Version:
| Version Number | Release Date (approx) | Key Focus | |----------------|------------------------|------------| | v0.27.06.04365-BT | Early 2024 | Initial full-fibre optimisation | | v0.28.01.04113-BT | Late 2024 | Security patches (CVE-2024-21893) | | | Mid 2025 | Wi-Fi stability + Digital Voice QoS | | v0.29.00.04xxx-BT | Rolling out (2026) | WPA3 default, IPv6 improvements |
In the quiet hours between 2 AM and 4 AM, while the rest of the house was deep in sleep, Arthur’s BT Smart Hub 2
By default, it merges 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands into one name. While better for most, it can cause connection issues for older smart home devices that require a dedicated 2.4GHz band.
or similar business hardware can sometimes force a check via the Device Settings > Online Updates menu in the Hub Manager. img01.products.bt.co.uk Troubleshooting If your firmware hasn't updated in a long time, try restarting your Hub
