Samsung has released an update for its Samsung Galaxy S5 handset. The company has started rolling out the update although some users may have to wait for their devices to receive the upgrade. According to the update details, Galaxy S5 users can expect faster camera application and better fingerprint scanner. More details about the upcoming Galaxy S5 Prime have also surfaced. The S5 Prime will reportedly offer faster download speed three times more than the standard LTE connection.
SamMobile reported about the update. According to the report, the Korean tech giant has started rollout in the UK. The update should trickle to other parts of the globe depending on the region and the carrier. There are two major changes that users can expect from the release. First, the camera app offers faster response time. People no longer have to deal with the lagging issue of the gallery app.
Second, users can also expect a more accurate and better performing fingerprint scanner. The scanner on the S5 has been accurate for the most part including in one-hand usage. The update promises to ensure more convenient access and response time. Other improvements from the update include enhanced performance and RAM management.
There are several ways to update the Samsung Galaxy S5: over Samsung KIES or through the over-the-air release. For those who cannot wait for the release, they can also choose to install it manually. According to SamMobile, some of the update details are as follows:
- Model: SM-G900F
- Model name: GALAXY S5
- Country: United Kingdom
- Version: Android 4.4.2
- Changelist: 1539356
- Product Code: BTU
- PDA: G900FXXU1ANE2
- CSC: G900FOXA1ANE2
- MODEM: G900FXXU1ANE2
As for the Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime, CNET said in its report that the upcoming device will offer download speeds around 225MBps. The download capability will initially be released in Korea but analysts expect it to be released worldwide if it becomes successful.
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