Lots of Samsung pioneering models has already received the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update in preparation with the upcoming of Marshmallow to their handsets. Two of these lucky devices are the Samsung Galaxy S5 and S5 Mini that will obtain the upgrade over-the-air (OTA) process.
Realty Today recently reported that Samsung has actually began rolling out Lollipop to Samsung Galaxy S5 mini, specifically the SM-G800R4. The users who can't wait for the over-the-air update can download the firmware and manually flash it.
T-Mobile was the first carrier that started rolling out Android 5.1.1 update to Samsung Galaxy S5 in July. On the other hand, carriers such as AT&T, US Cellular, Verizon and Sprint are set to follow and bring the updated to their S5 and S5 Mini subscribers. Samsung was said to be prompted to immediately release Android 5.1.1 due to consistent demand from Samsung S5 community, since the Android 6.0 Marshmallow has been launched recently by Google.
In addition, Latinos Post cited some of the developments that Android 5.1.1 Lollipop will bring to S5 and S5 handsets. The new update is anticipated to provide several enhancements and bug fixes, especially the Stagefright issue that let hackers to gain full control over the handsets. Formerly, deceitful individuals were able to view and manage the user's personal data after they send an MMS and the owner of the phone opens it.
Verizon Wireless has revealed that Android 5.1.1 will also incorporate the LinkedIn application with the Contacts and Calendar apps. Another enhancement is the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi options in the notifications menu, making these easier to access. The operating system will be more stable and apps will function smoother than before because of the improved Android Run Time.
Neurogadget stated on its article that it is good to see that most of all devices are getting updated to the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop and will sooner or later get the Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It will be only a matter of time until this device finally runs on the newest Android OS version that the biggest search engine company has already announced.
The Samsung S5 community are pleased as the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update has been released carrying improvements and enhancements to their devices. But then, some of them who still haven't received the upgrade yet will have to wait as the over-the-air OS update is processed gradually.
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