March 31, 2016

Galaxy S6 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update Roundup - March 31, 2016

The Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update has finally arrived on Samsung Galaxy S6. The released are eventually still underway on some specific model, region, and carrier at this stage. As the released involves a certification process just to make sure you get the best quality software update as possible. Some may have been delayed for some reasons while others were released in batches. So those who might have not been able to received the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow updates at this moment here's a quick roundup so you can keep an eye out of it. From here you may also get a good picture of what specific model, country and carriers already received the said Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow upgrades.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow updates

This specific model came a handful of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow releases, but most of the recent ones only involved the monthly Google and Android security patch updates. It only varies from specific region and carrier and some little adjustments that includes bug fixes and improvements to the device performance.

Europe's Unlocked Galaxy S6 Marshmallow Updates

Update build version G920FXXU3DPCA

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPCA
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7497559
Date released: 03/16/2016

Update build version G920FXXS3DPB2

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXS3DPB3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS3DPB2
Date released: 03/08/2016

Update build version G920FXXS3DPB1

Android version 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXS3DPB1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXS3DPB1
Date released: 03/08/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBG

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBG
Date released: 02/26/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPAD

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPAD
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPAD
Date released: 02/23/2016

Europe's carrier branded Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Marshmallow Updates

Vodafone, A1

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBQ

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPBQ
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBQ
Date released: 03/04/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPB8

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB8
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPB8
Date released: 02/24/2016

O2

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBN

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBN
Date released: 03/12/2016

3/Three Network

Update build version G920FXXU3DPCP

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPCA
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7575641
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPCP
Date released: 03/28/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPCA

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPCA
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7497559
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPCA
Date released: 03/28/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPB6

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPB6
Date released: 02/26/2016

Everything Everywhere (EE)

Scheduled release is on April to May 2016.

TIM

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBI

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBI
Date released: 03/12/2016

Cosmote, Telering, and T-Mobile Europe

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBF

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPBF
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBF
Date released: 03/03/2016

Orange

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBS

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPC6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBS
Date released: 03/29/2016

Southeast Asia Galaxy S6 Marshmallow Updates

Update build version G920FXXU3DPCI

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 04-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPC2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPCI
Date released: 03/29/2016

Update build version G920FXXU3DPBK

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPBK
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7078815
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBK
Date released: 02/26/2016

Middle East and Africa's Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Marshmallow Updates

Update build version: G920FXXU3DPCM

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 04-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPBT
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7169835
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPCM
Date released: 03/31/2016

Update build version: G920FXXU3DPC2

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPBT
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7169835
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPC2
Date released: 03/13/2016

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Marshmallow Updates

Here goes Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and select countries in Latin America's Galaxy S6 with model number SM-G920I.

Australia, and New Zealand

Under testing stage, while Telus were scheduled to release on April 18, 2016.

India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Update build version G920IDVU3EPCA

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7315840
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPCA
Release date: 03/30/2016

Update build version G920IDVU3EPC7

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPC2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7315840
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPC7
Release date: 03/20/2016

Latin America

Update build version G920IDVU3EPC6

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7497785
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPC6
Release date: 03/25/2016

Saudi Arabia

Update build version G920IDVS3EPC1

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPB2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7066121
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVS3EPC1
Release date: 03/20/2016
Region: Middle East

Singapore

Awaiting, no reports of release date.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920S, SM-G920K, and SM-G920L

For the South Korea's Galaxy S6 SM-G920S, SM-G920K, and SM-G920L models.

Device model number: SM-G920S:

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920SKSU2DPA9
Kernel version: 3.10.61-G920SKSU2DPA9
Build number: MMB29K.G920SKSU3DPAC
Release date: 01/30/2016

Device model number: SM-G920K:

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920KKKU3DPA0
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7037264
Build number: MMB29K.G920KKKU3DPAD
Release date: 01/30/2016

Device model number: SM-G920L:

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920LKLU3DPA9
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7037264
Build number: MMB29K.G920LKLU3DPB2
Release date: 02/16/2016

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920LKLU3DPA9
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7037264
Build number: MMB29K.G920LKLU3DPAD
Release date: 01/30/2016

Galaxy S6 SM-G9200, SM-G9208, and SM-G9209

Here are the updates of the Galaxy S6 SM-G9200, SM-G9208, and SM-G9209 devices in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Update build version G9200ZHU2DPC6

Device model number: SM-G9200
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G9200ZHU2DPC6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7493322
Build number: MMB29K.G9200ZHU2DPC6
Release date: 03/25/2016

Update build version G9200ZCU2DPC1

Device model number: SM-G9200
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G9200ZCU2DPC1
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7270015
Build number: MMB29K.G9200ZCU2DPC1
Release date: 03/17/2016

Update build version G9208ZTU2DPC6

Device model number: SM-G9208
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G9208ZTU2DPC6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7493322
Build number: MMB29K.G9208ZTU2DPC6
Release date: 03/25/2016

Update build version G9209KEU2DPC4

Device model number: SM-G9209
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 03-01-2016
Baseband version: G9209KEU2DPC4
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7542901
Build number: MMB29K.G9209KEU2DPC4
Release date: 03/28/2016

There you have it folks! You may manually check the update from time to time either via Over-The-Air or by using Samsung's Smart Switch for PC if you haven't received the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update on your Galaxy S6.

March 30, 2016

Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update for Southeast Asia Galaxy S6 and S6Edge, Released builds G920FXXU3DPCI & G925FXXU3DPCN

The Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update is now bound to Southeast Asia's Galaxy S6 and S6 edge owners. Samsung has started to pushed the software build dubbed with build version G920FXXU3DPCI for the Galaxy S6 SM-G920F. While on the other hand, the Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925F) will also received the software build version G925FXXU3DPCN. These updates were released in phases and the arrival may extend into a couple of days. Both are now available via Over-The-Air and thru Smart Switch for PC.

Technical details:

Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G920FXXU3DPC2

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 04-01-2016
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPC2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPCI
AP: G920FXXU3DPCI
CP: G920FXXU3DPC2
CSC: G920FOLB3DPC5
Build date: 03/16/2016

Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925F Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G925FXXU3DPC3

Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 04-01-2016
Baseband version: G925FXXU3DPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU3DPCN
AP: G925FXXU3DPCN
CP: G925FXXU3DPC3
CSC: G925FOLB3DPC5
Build date: 03/19/2016

Here are the initial changelog details Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update build G925FXXU3DPAD.

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

The Android Marshmallow firmware itself weights at approximately 1300 MB in file size, and it can be downloaded via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Smart Switch for PC. Just make sure your Galaxy S6 and S6 edge hasn't been rooted prior to get the update without any errors.

How to Update the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Make sure to recharge your phone first.
Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
Your Galaxy S6 edge must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is the usual method on how to check and to perform an update on Galaxy S6 to the latest software version. This method is what we called Firmware Update Over-The-Air and so-called as FOTA or simply OTA update. In most often cases, a notification message will be directly sent out to you by your network provider and by Samsung itself, telling you that there is a new update that has now available for download. This approach requires you to prepare a strong WiFi connection, and so it might happen sometimes that one did not receive any software update notification messages; (1) If and when the device is out of range during the software update roll out period, (2) Automatic update has been turned off in the device Settings.
However, We can still manually check for the update instead.

Here’s how to do it manually:

From your Galaxy S6 edge’s Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

It will then notify you that a new update is available for download. But it also says that “Your device software is up to date“, and there is no software update is yet available for grab. You can simply choose Install now if you do so or else Install later if you want to get the update in later time.

But if ever you might have had received this message while checking software update that says something like “The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.” This is a warning message that only appears for those devices that have been rooted and installed with modified and unofficial firmware. So to be able to get the Software OTA update again, you must Unroot the Galaxy S6 first and removed any modification that has been installed on it.

Update using a Computer via Smart Switch for PC

Download Smart Switch for PC

You have to choose the one that is specifically built for computer, depends on what you have either a PC or Mac. Once you installed Smart Switch, all you need to do is to connect your Samsung Galaxy S6 on your computer using the supplied USB cable.

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 edge into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6 edge.

Once the update has made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device > Software info.

March 28, 2016

Galaxy S5 SM-G900M Receiving Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G900MUBU1CPC3 in Latin America

As the Galaxy S5 already started receiving its Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update in Korea earlier last week. This week, the Latin American version of the Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M) has followed the track and its also receiving its official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update dubbed with software build G900MUBU1CPC3. This comes as earlier than the international Galaxy S5 SM-G900F as we expected. The said update has landed on unbranded Galaxy S5 (SM-G900M) in Trinidad and Tobago, and some select countries in Latin America alone.

Furthermore, as of this moment there are four Galaxy S5 models already have its Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow treatment. These Galaxy S5 models are the SM-G900L, SM-G900K, SM-G900S and then the SM-G900M recently. All United States variants like AT&T SM-G900A, T-Mobile SM-G900T, Sprint SM-G900P, Verizon SM-G900V, and US Cellular SM-G900R4 hasn't have any Android M so far. Likewise to Canada's Galaxy S5 SM-G900W8 and Australia's variant the SM-G900I, including the rest of international models such as the SM-G900F, SM-G900FD, SM-G900FQ, SM-G900H, SM-G900MD were also awaiting its Android M, until now.

Technical details of Galaxy S5 SM-G900M first Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update:

Model number: SM-G900M
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Baseband version: G900MUBU1CPC3
Kernel version: 3.4.0-7500820
Build number: MMB29M.G900MUBU1CPC3
Build date: 12 March, 2016
AP: G900MUBU1CPC3
CP: G900MUBU1CPC3
CSC: 900MUUB1CPC3

As you may noticed, this Android Marshmallow updates is also equipped with an updated version of Android security patch to which has bumped its level to March 01, 2016.
The new features of the said Android Marshmallow OS are as follows:

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failure may cause damaged to your device that might result to what we called “soft-bricks”. If this happened on your device, it may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 should still running in the official Lollipop released build version and hasn’t been rooted – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there are some certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in Kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings > About Device, tap Software Update.

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.
Touch About device.
Touch Software update.

It will automatically tell you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies / Smart Switch for PC. You may head over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies/Smart Spwith for PC from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Once you installed Kies or Smart Switch for PC, all you need is to connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 to your PC using the USB data cable, then simply run and follow Kies or Smart Switch on-screen’s software update instruction.

March 25, 2016

Sprint Galaxy S6 Edge+ Receives Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G928PVPU2BPC3

Sprint Galaxy S6 Edge+ (SM-G928P) Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update has also started to roll out. Sprint began sending updates to a couple of weeks ago on the Galaxy S6 SM-G920P and the S6 Edge (SM-G925P), so this update is not so surprising anymore. The update came out is tagged with software build G928PVPU2BPC3 and its recently under in phased release via Over-The-Air (OTA). The Galaxy S6 Edge+ is joining. The Android Marshmallow are similar across devices, so this one is also equipped with an updated TouchWiz, Advanced power saving mode for better battery life , a newly redesigned folder and icons, and a bunch of new Marshmallow goodies.

Sprint Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

Model number: SM-G928P
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: February 01, 2016
Baseband version: G928PVPU2BPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61
Build number: MMB29K.G928PVPU2BPC3
AP: G928PVPU2BPC3
CP: G928PVPU2BPC3
CSC: G928PSPT2BPC3

Changelog details:

OS upgrade – Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
A new vibration pattern concept has been applied

The update weighs at approximately 1323 MB in file size to which are being held available via Over-The-Air. The rolling out usually takes into several days, so better check the update manually by going to Settings > About device > Software Update > Check for updates, if you haven’t prompted the availability of the this update yet. You must also ensure that your phone has not been rooted or otherwise the update may fail and you may not get the update.

Sprint Galaxy S6 Edge+ support page

March 24, 2016

Sprint Galaxy Note5 Gets Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OTA Update, Release build N920PVPU2BPC3

Sprint has also released the official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update on Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920P to which came out as release build N920PVPU2BPC3. It is now live via Over-The-Air as we speak and weighs the download file size at 1362.41MB. Along with the Marshmallow OS upgrade is the most recent Google and Android security patch updated to which also bumps up its level to March 1, 2016. The roll out will be in phases and starts on March 24, 2016 until April 8, 2016, according to Sprint. Below are the technical details along with screenshots from the said Sprint Galaxy Note5 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OTA Update.

Technical details of the first official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Device: Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note5
Model number: SM-N920P
Android version: 6.0.1
Android security patch level: March 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920PVPU2BPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7231607
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Fri Mar 4 11:24:54 KST 2016
Build number: MMB29K.N920PVPU2BPC3
AP: N920PVPU2BPC3
CP: N920PVPU2BPC3
CSC: N920PSPR2BPC3

Changelog details:

Features and or Enhancements

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
A new vibration pattern has been applied
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

March 21, 2016

Galaxy S5 Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update Finally Released

Yes folks! You heard it right. The Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update has finally released by Samsung itself. The first roll out has just started and it's now heading its way to Korea's Galaxy S5 users, those variants dubbed with model number SM-G900S, SM-G900K, and SM-G900L whom were all carrier branded version got it first. But anyway, this will come for sure for the rest of the Galaxy S5 owners across the globe not very long enough. This exactly the same thing happened to the recent Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge update to which also been bound to Korean users first then followed in Europe in a month after.

In addition, Samsung has focused on user experience and the device performance in the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update. You may not find any additional applications in the update but offers more on device performance, usability and stability. It offers a much more consistent and well-optimized users interface (UI). And the very first thing you'll notice is the new designed icon.

Here are the technical details of the three Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update to which has just released in South Korea alone.

Galaxy S5 SM-G900S Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update:

Model number: SM-G900S
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G900SKSU1CPB6
Kernel version: 3.4.0-7339726
Build number: MMB29M.G900SKSU1CPB9
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Build date: 25 February, 2016
AP: G900SKSU1CPB9
CP: G900SKSU1CPB6
CSC:

Galaxy S5 SM-G900K Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update:

Model number: SM-G900K
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G900KKTU1CPC1
Kernel version: 3.4.0-7339726
Build number: MMB29M.G900KKTU1CPC2
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Build date: 03 March, 2016
AP: G900KKTU1CPC2
CP: G900KKTU1CPC1
CSC: G900KKTC1CPC2

Galaxy S5 SM-G900L Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update:

Model number: SM-G900L
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G900LKLU1CPC1
Kernel version: 3.4.0-7339726
Build number: MMB29M.G900LKLU1CPC3
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Build date: 25 February, 2016
AP: G900LKLU1CPC3
CP: G900LKLU1CPC1
CSC: G900LLUC1CPC3

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

Again, this released is initially available to Galaxy S5 users in South Korea. As I said earlier, Samsung will surely release this much awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow to the rest of Galaxy S5 variants any time soon.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.
Touch About device.
Touch Software update.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

US Cellular Galaxy Note5 Gets Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update, comes to with build N920R4TYU2BPB6

US Cellular is now the second US carrier that have had also released its Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update on Samsung Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920R4), this is next to Verizon Galaxy Note5 update few weeks earlier. The first Android M comes with build number N920R4TYU2BPB6 is recently launched via Over-The-Air following Samsung US announcements.

Technical details:

Device: US Cellular Samsung Galaxy Note5
Model number: SM-N920R4
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: February 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920R4TYU2BPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7231607
Build number: MMB29K.N920R4TYU2BPB6
AP: N920R4TYU2BPB6
CP: N920R4TYU2BPB6
CSC: N920R4USC2BPB6

Changes details:

Features and or Enhancements

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power savin mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New app icons and folder designs.
A new search bar lets you quickly search for apps.

This update is being held available via Over-The-Air OTA update and through Verizon’s Software Upgrade Assistant.

March 19, 2016

Galaxy S6 SM-G920I & S6 Edge SM-G925I Gets Its Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update

The Galaxy S6 SM-G920I and S6 Edge SM-G925I Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update has finally arrived. The first Galaxy S6 SM-G920I Android Marshmallow released build is dubbed as G920IDVU3EPC5, while on the other hand the Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925I received the build number G925IDVU3EPC5. The said updates were only bound to India's Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge users as of this time being, but might as well soon arrives in Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America. Along with the Marshmallow update is the updated version of Android Security Patch level to March 01, 2016, emphasizing that the two updates are still freshly baked.

Technical details of the first official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy S6
Model number: SM-G920I
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920IDVU3EPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7315840
dpi@SWDD6114 #1
Build number: MMB29K.G920IDVU3EPC7
Android security patch level: 01 March 2016
AP: G920IDVU3EPC7
CP: G920IDVU3EPC3
CSC: G920IODD3EPC1

Device: Galaxy S6 Edge
Model number: SM-G925I
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G925IDVU3EPC3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7315840
dpi@SWDD6114 #1
Build number: MMB29K.G925IDVU3EPC5
Android security patch level: 01 March 2016
AP: G925IDVU3EPC5
CP: G925IDVU3EPC3
CSC: G925IODD3EPC1

Here are the initial changelog details of what are new features and or enhancements found in the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update.

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

Furthermore, you may notice that the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow offers a much more consistent and well-optimized users interface (UI) as Samsung has focused on user experience and the device performance, instead of adding more applications. You can expect a lightning fast response time speed and less lagging while opening dialer, camera, apps and switching two applications at a time.

Again, the roll out began in India, this is the first build yet, so there is nothing to rush in. As I said earlier, it will surely continue to roll out to other countries any time soon. The Android Marshmallow firmware itself weights at around 2 GB in file size, and it can be downloaded via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Smart Switch for PC.

How to Update the Galaxy S6 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Make sure to recharge your phone first.
Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
Your Galaxy S6 must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Updating the Galaxy S6 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

From your Galaxy S6 Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

Update the Galaxy S6 using a Computer via Smart Switch for PC

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6.

Once the update is made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device.

Galaxy S5 SM-G900F & SM-G900H Receives Security Patch Update build to G900FXXS1BPC3 and G900HXXS1BPC4

Both of the Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F (Snapdragon) and the Galaxy S5 SM-G900H (Exynos) variants has received another monthly security patch OTA update to which has bumped up its security level to March 01, 2016. Unfortunately, this update is not the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow yet, but still in Android 5.0 Lollipop base. The update came out as build G900FXXS1BPC3 for the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F. While the Galaxy S5 SM-G900H also gets another build dubbed as G900HXXS1BPC4.

In addition, as you may noticed seeing at the build numbers it self, it changes to letter "S" instead of the usual "U" series. This might be simply means that the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update is getting closer within these couple of days. So let ourselves just hold on for while and wait until the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow's release. In fact, it has been out there and confirmed that Samsung has been working about it.

Here goes the technical details of the Android security patch update for the month of March 2016.
This can be viewed in Settings > About device, right after the installation of the update.

Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Update:

Model number: SM-G900F
Android version: 5.0
Baseband version: G900FXXU1BOJ1
Kernel version: 3.4.0-5508620
Build number: LRX21T.G900FXXS1BPC3
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Build date: March 04, 2016
AP: G900FXXS1BPC3
CP: G900FXXU1BOJ1
CSC: G900FOXA1BOJ1

Galaxy S5 SM-G900H Update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900H
Android version: 5.0
Baseband version: G900HXXU1BOL2
Kernel version: 3.4.0-5852541
Build number: LRX21T.G900FXXS1BPC4
Android security patch level: 2016-03-01
Build date: March 07, 2016
AP: G900FXXS1BPC4
CP: G900FXXU1BOL2
CSC: G900HOJV1BOL1

Both of this update were released on both unlocked and carrier locked Galaxy S5 in Europe and Middle East region.

Those who have not received the update yet, you folks might better manually check it via Over-the-air (OTA) update or using Kies. Below are the guides that show you the basic instructions on how to perform a software update on your Samsung Galaxy S5.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 to Official Android 5.0 Lollipop?

Samsung urges us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update. I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedure to keep your phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failure may cause damaged to your device that might result to what we called “soft-bricks”. If this happened on your device, it may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 should still running in the official Lollipop released build version and hasn’t been rooted – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there are some certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in Kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Perform an Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)?

From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon.
Touch About device.
Touch Software update.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 Thru Kies / Smart Switch?

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies / Smart Switch for PC. You may head over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 5.0 Lollipop OS . Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is to connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to a PC using the USB data cable, then simply run and follow Kies or Smart Switch on-screen’s software update instruction.

March 18, 2016

Galaxy S5 SM-G900I Gets Android Security Patch Update to build G900IDDS1BPC1

An update build G900IDDS1BPC1 which has rolled out for the Galaxy S5 SM-G900I in India. Unfortunately, the G900IDDS1BPC1 is still base in Android 5.0 Lollipop and not the much awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, according to the technical details itself. The update to which now said includes the monthly security patch update to which has bumped up the Android security patch level dated as of March 01, 2016. The said update were heading its way on both unlocked and carrier locked Galaxy S5 SM-G900I users in India alone.

Furthermore, while taking a closer look at the technical details of the update build G900IDDS1BPC1 itself, it has an updated kernel version compared to the previously released build G900IDDU1BOJ2. However the baseband version has stayed the same to the former. It may just like a minor software update, but it might have some global bug fixes, device stability and improvements included in it.

Here are the technical details of G900IDDS1BPC1 update:

Android version: 5.0
Kernel version: 3.4.0-6786792
Baseband version: G900IDDU1BOA1
Build number: LRX21T.G900IDDS1BPC1
Android security patch level: 01 March 2016
AP: G900IDDS1BPC1
CP: G900IDDU1BOA1
CSC: G900IODD1BOJ2

Android version: 5.0
Kernel version: 3.4.0-6016620
Baseband version: G900IDDU1BOA1
Build number: LRX21T.G900IDVU1BOJ2
AP: G900IDVU1BOJ2
CP: G900IDDU1BOA1
CSC: G900IODD1BOJ2

The G900IDDS1BPC1 is the now the third Android 5.0 Lollipop update that have been officially released in India's Galaxy S5 SM-G900I owners. So better check the update if you did not received the notification message yet.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to Official Android 5.0 Lollipop

Samsung always urge us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update. I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 should still runs on the official Lollipop released build version and hasn’t been rooted – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in Kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

Find “Software update”
Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
Tap the settings icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later. The G900IDVU1BOE1 Android 5.0 update is around 916 MB in file size while updating via OTA.

Update Thru Kies / Smart Switch for PC

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies or Smart Switch for PC. You may head-over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 5.0 Lollipop OS . Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

March 10, 2016

Sprint Galaxy S6 & S6 Edge Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G920PVPU3CPB6 & G925PVPU3CPB6

Sprint Galaxy S6 (SM-G920P) and Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925P) has finally receives it Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update. This is the first Android M has to roll out in the U.S.A. alone, and it's Sprint who made the first move among all other major carriers in the United states. The Galaxy S6 first Android Marshmallow is dubbed with build number G920PVPU3CPB6 , while on the other hand the Galaxy S6 edge got the build G925PVPU3CPB6. Both updates were officially held available via Over-The-Air.

Here's what the technical details says about the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Sprint Samsung Galaxy S6

Model number: SM-G920P
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: February 01, 2016
Baseband version: G920PVPU3CPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7280193
dpi@SWHD74707 #1
Thu Feb 18 18:47:56 KST 2016
Build number: MMB29K.G920PVPU3CPB6
AP: G920PVPU3CPB6
CP: G920PVPU3CPB6
CSC: G920PSPT3CPB6

Sprint Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

Model number: SM-G925P
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: February 01, 2016
Baseband version: G925PVPU3CPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7280193
Build number: MMB29K.G925PVPU3CPB6
AP: G925PVPU3CPB6
CP: G925PVPU3CPB6
CSC: G925PSPT3CPB6

Changelog details:

OS upgrade - Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
A new vibration pattern concept has been applied

The update weighs at approximately 1.2 GB in file size to which are being held available via Over-The-Air. The rolling out usually takes into several days, so better check the update manually by going to Settings > About device > Software Update > Check for updates, if you haven’t prompted the availability of the this update yet. You must also ensure that your phone has not been rooted or otherwise the update may fail and you may not get the update.

March 6, 2016

Europe's Unlocked Galaxy S6 & S6 Edge Gets Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update builds G920FXXU3DPBG & G925FXXU3DPBG

The rest of the unlocked version of the Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920F) and Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925F) has also started getting its official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow updates in Europe. Samsung has yet released another round of Android Marshmallow firmware updates to which comes with build number G920FXXU3DPBG for the regular Galaxy S6, while the Galaxy S6 Edge were also dubbed as build number G925FXXU3DPBG. It has been gradually rolling out in most southern and northern part of European countries. Both firmware were identical to the first Galaxy S6 released build G920FXXU3DPAD and the S6 edge update build G925FXXU3DPAD, but it might comes with a bit more improvements since the "kernel" version has also gotten some little adjustment compared to the previous ones.

Here are the technical details for the Galaxy S6;

Device: Samsung Galaxy S6
Model number: SM-G920F
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPBG
AP: G920FXXU3DPBG
CP: G920FXXU3DPB6
CSC: G920FOXX3DPB2
Build date: 16 February 2016

This one also what it says in Galaxy S6 edge update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Model number: SM-G925F
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G925FXXU3DPB6
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7086820
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU3DPBG
AP: G925FXXU3DPBG
CP: G925FXXU3DPB6
CSC: G925FBTU3DPB1
Build date: 16 February 2016

Both Android Marshmallow update were available either via Over-The-Air OTA and thru Smart Switch for PC. These are recently but initially rolled out in European countries such as the following:

Armenia
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Hungary
Italy
Romania
Russia
Poland
Serbia
Spain
Slovenia
The Netherlands
Luxembourg
United Kingdom (S6 edge only)
Ukraine
Uzbekistan
Baltic States and the rest of Southeast Europe

Below are the new features and other enhancements found in the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update.

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

How to Update the Galaxy S6 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Make sure to recharge your phone first.
Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
Your Galaxy S6 must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Updating the Galaxy S6 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

From your Galaxy S6 Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

Update the Galaxy S6 using a Computer via Smart Switch for PC

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6.

Once the update is made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device.

March 4, 2016

Verizon Galaxy Note5 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update, 1st Released build N920VVRU2BPB2

Verizon has unleash the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update on Samsung Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920V). The latter is also the first major carrier that had just brings the Android M in the US alone. The first build dubbed with build number N920VVRU2BPB2 is hitting Over-The-Air (OTA) beginning March 4, 2016. Along with the said Marshmallow update is the latest security patches and also provides the Wi-Fi Calling for HD Voice support and improvements to the Live Broadcast .

Technical details:

Device: Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note5
Model number: SM-N920V
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android security patch level: February 1, 2016
Baseband version: N920VVRU2BPB2
Kernel version: 3.10.61
dpi@SWHE9608 #1
Sat Feb 13 13:29:24 KST 2016
Build number: MMB29K.N920VVRU2BPB2
AP: N920VVRU2BPB2
CP: N920VVRU2BPB2
CSC: N920VVZW2BPB2

Changes details:

Features and or Enhancements

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power savin mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New app icons and folder designs.
A new search bar lets you quickly search for apps.

This update is being held available via Over-The-Air OTA update and through Verizon’s Software Upgrade Assistant.

How to Update the Galaxy Note 5 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a strong Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges. Ensure that your device battery is fully charged before performing the software update.

From the device Home screen, simply touch Apps.
Touch the Settings (gear icon).
Touch the System tab.
Touch About device.
Touch Software update.
Touch Check for updates. It will then prompts you to the new software update.
Lastly, touch the Install button, then OK.

Support pages: [1][2]

Verizon Galaxy S5 update build G900VVRU2BPB1 Android 5.0, Not Marshmallow Yet

Verizon has once again released another Android 5.0 Lollipop for the Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900V). The update is dubbed with build number G900VVRU2BPB1 to which it isn't the much awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update yet so far. While according to Verizon and Samsung technical support pages, the said update build G900VVRU2BPB1 is just another round of the Android OS security enhancements to which is the same thing that has been released for the past consecutive months. It basically brings another security patches onto the device to get rid of the aforementioned Android OS vulnerabilities.

Here are the technical details of the said update build G900VVRU2BPB1 Android 5.0 Lollipop:

Technicals details of the G900VVRU2BOG5 5.0 update

Device: Samsung Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900V
Android security patch level: 02-01-2016
Baseband version: G900VVRU2BOG5
Kernel version: 3.4.0-4782027
Build number: LRX21T.G900VVRU2BOG5
SE for Android status Enforcing
advanced user’s info:
AP: G900VVRU2BPB1
CSC: G900VVZW2BPB1
CP: G900VVRU2BPB1
Build date: 18 February 2016
Date released : 01 March 2016

How to Update Samsung Galaxy S5 G900V to 5.0 Lollipop via Over-The-Air (OTA)

This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which most often a notification message will directly send out to you from your network provider and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check for the update instead. Doing so you may only navigate on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900V Settings > System updates > Check for new system update.

Find “Software update”
Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
Tap the settings icon.
Tap System update.
Tap Check for new system update.

It will automatically telling you that a new update is available. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later. The G900VVRU2BOG5 Android 5.0 update is around 300+ MB in file size while updating via Over-The-Air (OTA) update.

source: Verizon Galaxy S5 Update support page

February 23, 2016

Europe's Unlocked Galaxy S6 Edge G925F Receives Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G925FXXU3DPAD

Just following the Galaxy S6 SM-G920F official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update, the Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925F has also finally received its official Marshmallow treatment. The said Android Marshmallow update which comes with build number G925FXXU3DPAD is basically quite similar to the Galaxy S6 update build G920FXXU3DPAD, and are now being gradually rolling out to the unlocked version of the Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925F. The unlocked version of the Galaxy S6 Edge are those directly sold out by Samsung itself in select European countries with a particular "CSC code" dubbed as "XEU", to which means possessed an open European firmware build. The update is said already reached in United Kingdom, Ireland, France, and apparently all unlocked Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925F phones will be getting it soon.

Technical details of the Galaxy S6 Edge SM-G925F first official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Model number: SM-G925F
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G925FXXU3DPAD
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
dpi@SWDD6417 #1
Build number: MMB29K.G925FXXU3DPAD
AP: G925FXXU3DPAD
CP: G925FXXU3DPAD
CSC: G925FOXA3DPAD

In addition, the on Galaxy S6 Edge G925F Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS update brings some noticeable changes particularly in the user's interface (UI). There are also some major overhaul in the system to which you can feel the smoothness, speed, a much flawless performance of the device. The Android Marshmallow has offered more consistency and well-optimized UI, instead of giving out some new features.

Here are the initial changelog details Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update build G925FXXU3DPAD.

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

As I said earlier, it will surely continue to roll out to other countries any time soon. The Android Marshmallow firmware itself weights at around 1,300 MB in file size, and it can be downloaded via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Smart Switch for PC.

How to Update the Galaxy S6 edge to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Make sure to recharge your phone first.
Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
Your Galaxy S6 edge must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Updating the Galaxy S6 edge via Over-The-Air (OTA)

From your Galaxy S6 edge's Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

Update the Galaxy S6 edge using a Computer via Smart Switch for PC

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 edge into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6 edge.

Once the update has made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device > Software info.

Galaxy S6 G920F Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update build G920FXXU3DPAD, 1st Release

Samsung has finally released the Galaxy S6 SM-G920F Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update. The first Android Marshmallow upgrade are dubbed with build number G920FXXU3DPAD to which has been sent out to the unlocked version of the Galaxy S6. Unfortunately, the said Android M is initially landed in France, but will continue to roll out across the European region, and not too long enough to wait for that.

Technical details of the first official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy S6
Model number: SM-G920F
Android version: 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Baseband version: G920FXXU3DPAD
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7025264
dpi@SWDD6417 #1
Fri Jan 22 15 22:41:59 KST 2016
Build number: MMB29K.G920FXXU3DPAD
AP: G920FXXU3DPAD
CP: G920FXXU3DPAD
CSC: G920FOXA3DPAE

Furthermore, the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow offered a much more consistent and well-optimized users interface (UI), instead of adding more applications. In this major update, Samsung has focused on user experience and the device performance. Below are the initial changelog details of what are new features and or enhancements found in the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update.

Changelog details:

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

Again, the rolling out has alreadystarted in France, this is the first build yet, so there is nothing to rush in. As I said earlier, it will surely continue to roll out to other countries any time soon. The Android Marshmallow firmware itself weights at around 1.3 GB in file size, and it can be downloaded via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Smart Switch for PC.

How to Update the Galaxy S6 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Make sure to recharge your phone first.
Do not forget to backup all of the important data that were stored in the device memory.
Your Galaxy S6 must still run on the official software version and has not been rooted nor installed with non-official firmware.

Updating the Galaxy S6 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

From your Galaxy S6 Home screen tap on Apps.
Select the Settings gear icon.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for an update.

Update the Galaxy S6 using a Computer via Smart Switch for PC

Open Smart Switch in your computer.
Connect the Galaxy S6 into the computer using the supplied USB data cable.
Smart Switch will automatically prompt you if the update is available. Just click on the “update” then the “OK” button to begin updating your Galaxy S6.

Once the update is made, you may now check the technical details of the new update, from Home screen simply touch the Settings gear icon and then tap About device.

February 19, 2016

Galaxy Note5 Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update Release Build N920CXXU2BPB6

Samsung has just released the official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update on Galaxy Note5. The first Android Marshmallow is being dubbed with build number N920CXXU2BPB6 to which technically headed out on Galaxy Note5 with model number SM-N920C. It is now officially rolling out in Southeast Asia, but might soon follows in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

Technical details of the first official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update:

Device: Samsung Galaxy Note5
Model number: SM-N920C
Android version: 6.0.1
Baseband version: N920CXXU2BPB2
Kernel version: 3.10.61-7227966
dpi@SWHE2301 #1
Mon Feb 15 15:32:49 KST 2016
Build number: MMB29K.N920CXXU2BPB6
AP: N920CXXU2BPB6
CP: N920CXXU2BPB2
CSC: N920COLB2BPB6

Changelog details:

Features and or Enhancements

OS upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
The new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design.
Quick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices and pre-connection.
Fingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern,PIN, or password.
Advanced power savin mode restricts background data and extends battery life.
New enhanced users interface and a lot more.

The roll out has already began in Cambodia, but as we said earlier, it may continue to roll out to other countries any time soon. The Android Marshmallow firmware itself weights at 1337.05MB in file size, and it can be downloaded via Over-The-Air (OTA) and thru Smart Switch for PC.

How to Update the Galaxy Note5 (SM-N920C) to Official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

Prepare the following recommendations before you update your device, to keep it safe as possible. There is a risk involved upon updating, so make sure to follow this steps before you proceed.

Check the remaining power percentage of the battery, it should be at least 50% or higher before you take the update. If it is lower to the recommended level, the device must be recharged first. Insufficient battery power may cause a fatal error if and when the update failed to initiate.
Ensure that your device is connected to a strong WiFi connection. Some firmware update may take long enough to install and it will depend on how small or large the update file size is.
Check the remaining storage space of your device memory if it still enough and can still store the file size of the incoming update. You can easily determine the incoming update’s file size as it prompts you the exact details. The size may vary, some minor updates usually varies from 100MB to 200MB while major updates also usually varied from 500MB to 1000MB.
Ensure to create a backup of your stored data in the device memory. You can easily backup your Galaxy Note 5 data by using Smart Switch. This process is very important and it is highly recommended before taking an update. You should secure you data first beforehand. If ever something might go wrong during the update process, and you might encounter a failure, you will not lose your data. Some fatal errors while performing the software update usually forces you to perform the factory reset in recovery mode. Doing so, will bring the device back to its original factory default settings but it deletes your stored data as it technically wipes and cleans out the device memory cache.
Do not ever touch your phone if the updating process is already initiated. Just let the phone sit on top of your table and make sure it could not be interrupted on any part. You should not press any keys, nor turning the power off and or removing the battery. Do not disconnect the USB cable if you’re performing an update using a computer.
Make sure you Galaxy Note 5 has no root in it, and or running on any unofficial firmware. Keep in mind that a rooted and a modified phone will no longer receive any official firmware update from the dealer. Doing so, you will only receive the advisory message that says something like this;
“The operating system on your device has been modified in an unauthorized way. Try downloading software updates using Smart Switch on your computer or visit a customer service center.”

Update your Galaxy Note5 via Over The Air (OTA Update)

The Over The Air (OTA) update requires you to connect your Galaxy Note 5 to a Wi-Fi network to avoid high data charges.

From the device Home screen, simply tap Apps.
Tap the Settings (gear icon).
Tap the System tab.
Tap About device.
Tap Software update.
Tap Check for updates.
Tap the Install button, then OK.

Wait until the phone completely reboot before touching it. It may reboot (turn on and off) multiple times as the update might still at its finalization stage.
If the update is available, it will just prompt you the update’s technical details including on how to download and install it. If somehow the update isn’t available yet, it will also tell you that your device software is up to date. However, even if the update is already rolled out and you’ve already knew that it is officially released in your country and or network provider, you should also consider that the released usually take in stages and may also take days before it arrives on some areas. So you may have to wait and keep on checking until you get the update.

Update your Galaxy Note5 using your computer via Smart Switch PC

This method is always handy on some part, especially if you have missed the update and you’re left behind to the update’s scheduled dates that usually only took place and runs in weeks. You can still easily update your Galaxy Note 5 using your PC or Mac. All you need is a USB cable and then the Smart Switch firmware update tool. Smart Switch is similar to the before Kies that have been used to older devices. Also, Smart Switch has the capability to back up and restore your data in just a few clicks away.

Download Smart Switch for PC and MAC computers version and then install it on your computer.
Connect your Galaxy Note5 on your computer using the USB cable.
Run Smart Switch, then wait until it recognizes the connection of the device. If the update is available it will automatically prompt you to update your device.
Click on the Update button. Some other steps like on how to backup and restore your data is included in the instructions.

Again do not touch the phone like disconnecting the USB cable if the software update has started. You may need to wait much longer while updating via Smart Switch as your firmware is being served by Samsung itself. The Smart Switch firmware file is a much larger to the ones released via Over The Air but were still the same file.