LG getting the Android 6.0 Marshmallow has been loudest ring-a-bell news in August after it was reported skipping the final Android Lollipop update. LG is now closer to reality as Marshmallow debuts today on Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P.
Android 6.0 Marshmallow is expected to hit LG's flagship devices G4, G3, and G2 smartphones. According to latest news, the update shall come shorty after Marshmallow releases today or before the year ends.
First revealed by G for Games, LG has been preparing the documents for support for the Android update. The South Korean tech giant has been reported forwarding necessary information of the update to partner mobile carriers in the US.
As of the moment, G4 and G3 run on the Android 5.1 version, while G2 is lagged behind running on Android 5.0.2. Although there were reports G2 will not be included from the update, analysts are firm it will get the Marshmallow update.
Aside from LG, other smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, HTC, Motorola, and Sony are expected to receive the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update.
Here's Android 6.0 Marshmallow's fresh new features and enhancements:
- Doze Mode. This new feature screens phone and puts into a deep sleep when unused to prolong battery life.
- Now on Tap. Google Now get better function. Press holding the home button will show up Google Now and exhibits information based on current status or activity.
- Android Pay. By just a simple tap, bring up Android Pay and make purchases without the need to launch another app.
- Direct share. Share photos, links, news, files, etc. with selected contacts with ease and quickness.
- Simpler volume controls. Control ringtone and media volume spontaneously.
Meanwhile, TeamJB has released a custom ROM for Android 6.0 Marshmallow late last month. This is the first device to get a support for Marshmallow update extracted from Nexus 9, Nexus 6, Nexus 5 and Nexus Player which were used for developer preview.
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