Samsung Galaxy S6 under Verizon Wireless Receives Android Security Update for April 2016

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Just days after the kickoff release of the official Marshmallow build, Verizon Wireless also began rolling out the Android security update for April 2016 on its Samsung Galaxy S6 units. The update is promised to bring performance optimizations, bug fixes, and of course, the latest security patches.

Samsung Galaxy S6 phones under Verizon Wireless just received its latest security update even without the carrier nor the South Korean giant announcing it yet. This update in particular comes with enhancements on the overall performance which is expected to bring the best user experience.

The latest software version of Galaxy S6 should now be MMB29K.G920VVRU4CPC2. The Marshmallow update brought the device with live broadcast improvements, easier app searches for the notification panel and so much more. With live broadcast, this feature can now be accessed through Camera > Mode > Live broadcast.

Like any security updates, Verizon would always remind device owners who wish to download the said update to connect the device to a Wi-Fi network and make sure to have a strong Verizon network connection.

It furthered that the battery must be fully charged before kicking the update off. It noted as well to allow additional time for the apps on the device to pursue downloading after the update.

Take note that the estimated software download time can last from 6 to 10 minutes, while the estimated software update time is another 6 to 10 minutes. To proceed with the installation, go to Settings > About tablet/phone > System updates.

Once the download is completed, advisory will pop up that the new version of software is set to be installed. Just click "Install now."

For automatic download, Verizon shall notify device owners over the air. Just tap "Download now" and follow on-screen instructions. The update can also be conducted using network connection. To update while roaming, the device should be connected to a Wi-Fi and then follow on-screen instructions.

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Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Samsung Galaxy S6, Samsung galaxy s6 marshmallow update, Samsung galaxy s6 android update, Samsung galaxy s6 software update, Verizon, Android 6.0.1, Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
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