Samsung promised Lollipop updates for the E-series devices, that is the E5 and E7. While there have been test builds of lollipop for E5, Samsung UK has confirmed that lollipop update for E7 is cancelled due to some unknown reason reason.
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Samsung Galaxy E7 won't get Lollipop update
Samsung promised Lollipop updates for the E-series devices, that is the E5 and E7. While there have been test builds of lollipop for E5, Samsung UK has confirmed that lollipop update for E7 is cancelled due to some unknown reason reason.
Android M is officially called Marshmallow
Android M (6.0) is now officially called Marshmallow. Along with the new name, a new and final developer build has been released which means launch is iminent. Google has also put up the new statue in front of their HQ in California.
To everyone waiting for marshmallow, guess the names for Android N?
Apple releases iOS 8.4 is now out with Apple Music included
Apple has now made iOS 8.4 available to everyone for download. iOS 8.4's most notable feature is, as you may know, Apple Music. The company's new music streaming service is included in this release. So today also marks the official debut of Apple Music.
LG G2 starts getting Lollipop update in India
LG confirmed that the Android Lollipop update for the G2 will arrive in India in Q2, and now it looks like the update has started hitting the device.
The update - which weighs in at around 750MB and carries a build number of LRX22G - brings Android 5.0.2 to the handset, which was released back in September 2013 and currently runs KitKat. What's worth mentioning here is that the update is only available via LG PC Suite.
This comes just days after the LG G2 Mini, which is a shrunk down version of the G2, started getting the update in Greece.
The update - which weighs in at around 750MB and carries a build number of LRX22G - brings Android 5.0.2 to the handset, which was released back in September 2013 and currently runs KitKat. What's worth mentioning here is that the update is only available via LG PC Suite.
This comes just days after the LG G2 Mini, which is a shrunk down version of the G2, started getting the update in Greece.
Android 5.1.1 update rolling out for Korean LG G Flex 2
Android Lollipop 5.1.1, the latest available OS version, is now seeding for the LG G Flex 2, or at least for its Korean version, sporting model number F510S. That puts the G Flex 2 among a select group of less than 1% of Android devices that boot Google's latest.
The build, carrying internal designation F510S15b, is dated May 12, but is only now making its way to the device. As well as bringing the OS up to date, the new firmware is said to fix certain bugs, leading to improved performance.
Additionally, and that may be more readily noticeable, the Smart Bulletin and Smart Notice features have been disabled by default, again aiming for a performance boost. Naturally, you can re-enable both of them from the home screen and widgets settings respectively.
With the release already out, we should expect global models to follow in the coming weeks, though obviously no specific time frame is available.
The build, carrying internal designation F510S15b, is dated May 12, but is only now making its way to the device. As well as bringing the OS up to date, the new firmware is said to fix certain bugs, leading to improved performance.
Additionally, and that may be more readily noticeable, the Smart Bulletin and Smart Notice features have been disabled by default, again aiming for a performance boost. Naturally, you can re-enable both of them from the home screen and widgets settings respectively.
With the release already out, we should expect global models to follow in the coming weeks, though obviously no specific time frame is available.
Sony Xperia Z1, Z1 Compact and Z Ultra get a new firmware update
Two weeks ago Sony released a new firmware update for the Xperia Z2 and Z3 series. It kept the Android version at 5.0.2, but brought some needed fixes, features and killed some bugs. Today, this very same update is rolling out for the Xperia Z1 and Z1 Compact as well as the Z Ultra phablet.
Android Wear 5.1.1 is now rolling out to all compatible devices
Google began rolling out Android Wear 5.1.1 to all compatible smartwatches. After its announcement last month, the update was initially only available for the LG Watch Urbane.
Android 5.0.2 update to arrive on Galaxy A5 and A7 next month
Samsung's A series is naturally high up in the waiting list for Lollipop updates.
Android 5.1 soak test update out for Moto E (1st Gen) in India
Updates: Moto E 2nd gen gets Android 5.1 and HTC Desire 816 get Lollipop
The 2nd Gen Moto E is now receiving the Android 5.1 update. The update weighs in at around 250MB and is now rolling out to all the devices worldwide OTA.Android 5.1 is a minor update to Android Lollipop that mostly brings bug fixes and performance updates, along with some changes to the notification system and native dual SIM support, although the latter was already present on the Moto E. It's not much but it's worth installing for the security updates and minor improvements.
HTC Desire 816:
863MB in size, the update brings Android 5.0-specific changes like ART as default runtime, UI improvements, lock-screen improvements, enhanced notifications, better performance, enhanced privacy features as well as HTC-specific tweaks like updated Recent Apps UI and search in settings.
Given the large update size, use Wi-Fi to download and install the update, else you might end up cleaning out your monthly cellular data package.
If you have already updated the smartphone, do let us know about the experience in comment section
New Galaxy S6 update improves the fingerprint recognition
Samsung has started rolling out a new update for the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge that brings several stability and performance improvements as well as new features.
Moto X 2013 expected to get Lollipop update in few weeks
Motorola has said that the first-generation Moto X, which was released back in 2013, should receive the Android Lollipop update in a few weeks.
"I am glad to announce that we are starting TestDrive in both the US and Latin America. If all goes well we should start full deployments in a few weeks," said the company's senior director of software product management David Schuster.
"I am glad to announce that we are starting TestDrive in both the US and Latin America. If all goes well we should start full deployments in a few weeks," said the company's senior director of software product management David Schuster.
It's worth mentioning that the Lenovo-owned company has already announced that the device won't be getting Android 5.0, rather it will be updated directly from KitKat to Android 5.1. The news comes just a few weeks after Motorola started soak testing the Android 5.1 update for the device in Brazil.
Samsung Gulf now says no Lollipop for Galaxy Note 8.0
Just a week after it said that the Galaxy Note II won't be getting Lollipop, Samsung Gulf has now revealed that the Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet will also not receive the update. The subsidiary made the revelation in a reply to a query on its Facebook page (see image below).
However, Samsung's decision to not update the Note 8.0 could be region-specific, given that the South Korean company's Spain and Denmark subsidiaries have already confirmed the Android 5.0 update for the Note II. But to be sure, we'll have to wait for other Samsung subsidiaries to reveal their update plans for the Note 8.0.
Meanwhile, Sprint's Samsung Galaxy S4 models have started receiving the Lollipop update.
Moto X (2014) Android 5.1 soak test begins
Motorola has just started the soak test of the Android 5.1 Lollipop update for the Moto X (2014) 2nd generation smartphones across select countries. Along with the long list of bug fixes and tweaks, a couple of interesting features are also included.
Galaxy S6 and S6 edge update said to bring RAW photo capture
The Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge both offer amazing camera quality, which is only natural, seeing how the pair employs very advanced sensors and optics. But, surprisingly enough, they lack RAW capture, which is a must for any photography enthusiast.
Motorola rolling out special update for some of its devices
Motorola is rolling out a special maintenance update that the company says fixes an issue that causes one-way audio following emergency dialling on some of its devices, including the first and second-gen Moto X, Nexus 6, Droid Turbo, Moto Maxx/Turbo, Droid Ultra, and Moto X Pro.
The company explains that the issue raises its ugly head when a user having an encrypted phone with “PIN to start” enabled tries to power on the device to place an emergency call using the emergency dial short-cut option that is presented before the boot PIN is entered.
"In this situation, the call will be connected, but with audio only in one direction," Motorola says. "The phone user will be able to hear the dispatcher, but the dispatcher will not be able to hear the phone user."
Meanwhile, those awaiting the update are being advised to either keep their phone powered on, or allow it to boot completely before placing the call.
ColorOS 2.1 brings Lollipop sweetness to Oppo smartphones
While most manufacturers have been busy pushing Android Lollipop to their devices in the recent months, users of Oppo smartphones have been out of luck. However, that was until now.
According to a GizChina report, the Chinese company has announced that its phones will be getting an update to ColorOS 2.1, which is based on Android 5.0 Lollipop. While that's certainly good news for Oppo fans, it isn't yet clear when the ColorOS 2.1 will roll out and which Oppo devices will be eligible for the update.
The news comes hot on the heels of Oppo's confirmation of the upcoming R7 smartphone's all-metal body and launch date.
Sony Xperia Z to get Lollipop update next week
Last October, Sony promised to deliver the Lollipop update for entire Xperia Z series. Most Xperia Z series phones already received the update over the last couple of weeks but there was one remaining.
Yet, the original Xperia Z owners need not worry - their update is on the way.
@JVNML13 sorry please disregard our tweet before, Lollipop update for Xperia Z will start rolling out by next week
— Sony Philippines (@SonyPHinc) May 4, 2015
The news was brought by the official Sony Philippines Twitter account, which said that the Android 5.0 Lollipop update will start seeding next week.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 LTE gets Lollipop too
After both the Wi-Fi-only and LTE versions of its bigger sibling, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 got Lollipop updates a while back, now is the time for the LTE-enabled variation of the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 to receive the same treat.
Its Wi-Fi-only iteration has been enjoying the taste of Lollipop since last month. But now the rollout for the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 LTE seems to be in full swing.
The update is currently rolling out over-the-air in Hong Kong, where it's also available to download and install using Kies, Samsung's desktop app. Now that the ice has been broken, we expect to see the Lollipop release making it to Galaxy Tab S 8.4 units sold elsewhere too in the near future.
By the end of this month, we should see a much wider rollout. If you are among the lucky ones to get the update, after applying it you'll be running Android 5.0.2, and firmware version T705ZHU1BOD3.
It brings with it a new look for Samsung's TouchWiz UI, one that's infused with Google's Material Design principles. You also get a new lock screen, new Recent Apps menu, new notification panel, and an improved multi-window mode, along with updates for built-in apps, bug fixes, and performance enhancements.
Microsoft Lumia 640 to be among first to get Windows 10 update
Microsoft has confirmed that the Lumia 640, which was announced at this year's MWC along with its larger brother - the Lumia 640 XL. will be one of the first devices to receive the Windows 10 for Phones update.
The confirmation (see video above) was made by Microsoft's Scandinavian General Manager Ossi Korpela, who also called the Lumia 640 as an affordable high-end device.