Samsung Galaxy S5 owners over in India already saw the Android 6.0 Marshmallow patch out last month but the problem was that this update covered only devices running on a Snapdragon chipset. This meant that the rollout didn’t cover the Samsung Galaxy S5 Exynos chipset versions but folks affected by it can now heave a big sigh of relief.
This comes after word that the Android 6.0 Marshmallow for the Samsung Galaxy S5 with Exynos SoC is now rolling out in India. But, like previous releases, it may take time before it properly reaches customers though the good news is that it is coming.
Aside from the OTA means, Samsung Galaxy S5 owners can also get their hands on the update via Samsung’s Smart Switch software which can be applied through a PC.
Another alternative for folks eager to apply Android 6.0 Marshmallow to their Exynos-powered Samsung Galaxy S5 is through manual means. This would require them to download the firmware though this recourse is advised for folks who are know their way around making tweaks on the devices.
The obvious safe route is to wait for the OTA update despite no word on when it will actually come. Samsung Galaxy S5 owners can do manual checks by heading over to their phone’s settings, access the About device >> Software update menu.
Just in case the update is available already, best practices is to ensure you have a stable WiFi connection and make sure your device is properly backed with the needed power – ideally 50% - when applying the update.
Among the key features to look forward to with Android 6.0 Marshmallow include improved permissions for third party apps, Doze function which can help improve battery life management and Google Now on Tap plus critical security updates and bug fixes.
