The wait is over, as regards the arrival of Android Marshmallow to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. We say this since, officially, the global deployment of the new firmware for the high-end models of the Korean company has been announced - once in regions such as South Korea this was already a reality.
In this way, the novelties offered by the latest iteration of Google's operating system, such as permit management or the implementation of Pickups o Now on Tap, it will be a reality in the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge (of the latter, we have commented today The new features that are part of its curved screen with Android 6.0.). In addition, both the performance of the device as its to maximise security and your enjoyment..
Obviously, and as usual in the models of the Korean company, the customization TouchWiz It's present in the update for the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, so we're not talking about pure Android… But this is something that those who do Samsung devices are already very familiar to people, and the truth is that this user interface keeps getting better and better. consumes fewer resourcesThis is something that has also evolved in this new ROM, according to those who have been able to use it.
Key new features and a lighter TouchWiz
Android 6.0 brings features that enhance the experience on these models: Google Now on Tap for contextual suggestions, granular permissions that allow you to decide what each app shares, native support for fingerprint reader and the mode Pickupswhich reduces power consumption in standby mode. At the same time, Samsung has streamlined TouchWiz with a cleaner interface, new touches of color and improvements in the Edge panel of the S6 edge, making access to contacts, apps and shortcuts faster.
Localized arrival
As we have indicated, starting today with the global deployment of Android Marshmallow to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, but each market follows its own rhythm. Thus, it may take a few days to effectively have the new firmware (and you must also have the customizations of the operators, if your model was obtained through one of them). Therefore, you have to have some patience if you do not have the corresponding notification on the screen today. As soon as we have a ROM that can be installed manually -with security- we will indicate the process step by step.
How to check and install the official update
The easiest way is to wait for the OTAOn your phone, go to Settings > About device > Update now and check if a download is available; you can also check the notifications of the system. If it doesn't appear, use Smart Switch On your computer: Connect your Galaxy via USB, open Smart Switch, and if a new version is detected, press Update and follow the instructions on the screen.
Manual installation with ODIN (advanced users only)
If the OTA update is not available in your region, you can manually flash the official firmware with ODINThis option is intended for advanced users and should only be applied in the SM-G920F (Galaxy S6) and SM-G925F (S6 edge). Back up and download the correct file for your model.
- Sign in Download Mode (Power + Home + Volume Down).
- Connect the phone to the PC and wait for the port COM be enlightened in Odin.
- Load the firmware into AP and check that Division is disabled.
- Balance Start and wait for the process to finish.
Be that as it may, it is a matter of, at most, days what if you have a Samsung Galaxy S6 or a Galaxy S6 edge you can enjoy all the new features of Android Marshmallow, including the better management of the RAM memory that was so necessary due to the erratic operation in this section of Lollipop.
With this phased rollout, the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge gain autonomy, fluency and practical features without sacrificing a lighter, more refined TouchWiz. Keep your device ready, check for OTA updates, and choose your preferred method for a secure update.
