Samsung had been quiet on Android updates since the time it made open the estimated time of arrival (ETA) of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow to its devices back in October 2015. However, recent reports are swinging regarding Samsung's beta tests of Marshmallow's first software version to Galaxy S5 smartphones in the United States.
Samsung Galaxy S5 phones are currently receiving a sweet surprise from the South Korean giant as the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow beta test had been released to the device February 2016. Recent report from a tech site stated that Samsung has finally worked out in the lab the official build of Marshmallow up for release this month.
Despite the beta test of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow being rolled out first to Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge, Galaxy S5 is expected to be simultaneously updated. Although there has been no official statement yet coming straight from mobile carriers, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile and US Cellular are expected up for the upgrade by April.
Galaxy S5 owners are also reminded further that installation of the software comes around 2 to 5 am. After the installation, the phone will restart itself and a full screen image of apps being updated will appear.
Aside from the original features and tweaks brought by Marshmallow, the updated version will carry with it an improved set of emojis and a few expression additions, plus several bug fixes affecting the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MMS and camera.
Additionally, Marshmallow also brings more quick settings toggles like a Private Mode on the status bar, more visible and noticeable icons on the notification panel, changes on how the phone vibrates like it will only do so when fingerprint fails to recognize log-in, and so many more.
Features part of the original set are 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.
