Samsung has remained mum on software updates since it revealed the release dates of the Android 6.0 Marshmallow build to its devices back in October last year. Nevertheless, new reports confirmed that Samsung has already begun releasing the Marshmallow beta testing and it is surprisingly the Android 6.0.1 version.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is getting a small treat from the company since Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow will be releasing anytime soon. According to a report from Sam Mobile, the South Korean giant has finally worked out in the lab the beta testing of the first update of Marshmallow.
The best test of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow was first released to units of the Galaxy S6+ and S6 Edge. On top of Marshmallow's original set of new features and improvements, the update will also offer a new and updated set of emojis on top of a few bug fixes.
The update is expected to be larger in size than expected since it is a beta stage. Aside from the slated additions and features, Marshmallow will also bring more quick settings toggles for Private Mode in the status bar and improved visibility of notification panel icons. Plus, Samsung has made minor tweaks on how the phone vibrates when locked with a fingerprint; the phone will only vibrate when the fingerprint is not recognized.
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow will also feature "Install overnight" option. This will allow the device to install an update at dusk, around 2 to 5 am. The phone will reboot itself after update is being installed. Afterwards, a full screen image of apps being optimized will be shown.
Meanwhile, Marshmallow mainstays include Doze, a power saving mode; redesigned app drawer where new shortcuts are enabled; Google Now on Tap for smarter and quicker recommendations; minimalist volume controls; fingerprint and USB Type-C support; better app permissions; and so many others.
