Sprint Teaser Reveals Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge in All Their Glory Before Announcement

The Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge official announcement is now just about two days away. By now we know a lot about the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge but the final design still remains a mystery. US carriers started sending out official teasers recently that gave us a glimpse of the Galaxy S6 Edge’s dual-curved edge display. However, a new Sprint promotional image leaked on Reddit earlier today gives us our clearest look yet at the possible final design of the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge smartphones.

The image shows off almost the entire front panel of the two upcoming Samsung Galaxy flagship smartphones. While we can’t tell much from the image, both the handsets appear to have rounded corners and a metallic frame on the sides which seems to be quite shiny. We also see the individual volume rocket buttons on the side of the Galaxy S6 Edge, which seems to confirm the ‘iPhone 6’ like design language of the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge. What does remain a mystery is if the back of the two devices will features glass like the recently leaked live pictures or is the two will come a metallic back (metal unibody) as was rumored initially. The homescreen seems to show off the new UI that the two smartphones will include, which doesn’t seem all too different from the Galaxy S5’s UI at first glance.

Sadly, aside from the differences in build materials, the Galaxy S6 still looks largely similar to the Galaxy S5. This is quite disappointing since we’ve been hearing from a long time that the Galaxy S6 will feature an all-new design that will not bear any resemblance to previous Galaxy flagship smartphones. With the codename ‘Project Zero’ we were hopeful that would actually be the case but the leaked image from Sprint promotion does make it seem a little disappointing. In fact, the front of the two new Galaxy S flagships seems to draw heavily from the Galaxy S5 than the Galaxy Alpha, Galaxy A-series and the Galaxy Note 4. We were expecting the Galaxy S6 design to be similar to these new devices but it looks like Samsung hasn’t concentrated much on the overall design on the front but only refined the sides and edges of its upcoming new flagship smartphone along the lines of the Apple iPhone 6 and the Apple iPhone 6 Plus.

Anyway, we don’t need to speculate much for now as everything will be revealed on Sunday when Samsung officially unveils the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge smartphones. The two devices are expected to include a 5.1” Quad HD Super AMOLED display, Exynos 7420 64-bit chipset, 3GB RAM, 32/64/128GB internal storage, 20MP rear camera with optical image stabilization, 5MP front-facing camera, and a lighter version of TouchWiz based on the latest Android 5.0.2 Lollipop version.

New Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet Android 4.4 KitKat Update Rolling out at Verizon

The folks at Verizon don’t have too many tablets in their portfolio, but if you grabbed the Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet from them you should check the notifications bar for a software update. Big Red announced on their support page that a new Android 4.4 KitKat update for Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is now being pushed to users.

Since the device was already running Android 4.4, the KitKat-specific goodies such as transparent status and nav bars, white status bar icons, immersive mode, cloud printing, full screen album and movie art in the lock screen, or color emoji support were already available to the users. The new Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet Android 4.4 KitKat update comes to optimize the touch sensitivity, to improve the performance for the users who chose to encrypt the device, and to enhance Talkback support. It also includes minor UI tweaks such as new fonts, icons, and layouts.

The new software update is being pushed to users in phases, so it might not hit your tablet right away. I remind you that when your X2 Tablet becomes eligible to receive the new firmware, you should be able to notice a system update message in the notifications bar. If the system update notification failed to appear, you would also want to check for the update manually under Settings > About device > Software updates > Check now. Still no result? Then it means that you will have to wait a few more days.

The new Android 4.4 KitKat update for Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet has software version 23.0.1.E.0.208. Verizon failed to reveal the size of the update, but we are recommending you to download it using a Wi-Fi network to avoid unwanted data charges.

Galaxy S5 Mini Lollipop OTA Update to be Released in April

Android 5.0 Lollipop has been already officially released for most of the high end Samsung branded devices out there, which means that from now we should see further OTAs rolled out for the budget friendly and mid range Android powered smartphones. And among these devices we must mention the Galaxy S5 Mini, which will apparently receive the Lollipop treatment starting from April 2015.

Of course, other companies and manufacturers already pushed Lollipop OTA for their mid range handsets (for example Motorola for its Moto E smartphone), so as usual Samsung is somehow left behind. Anyhow, the Android 5.0 updates will be released starting from Q2, as the firmware will then embrace almost all the Samsung branded phones out there.

Now, according to Samsung France the Galaxy S5 Mini will start receiving official Lollipop notifications starting from April. Of course, the exact release date is still unclear as Samsung didn’t mention something to rely on. However, keep in mind that the general time line is set for Q2, so the OTA might be pushed out even in June.

Moreover, as we already know, the Lollipop firmware will be rolled out in phases and gradually, just like any other OTA launch. Thus, your Galaxy S5 Mini might embrace the Android 5.0 flavor sooner, or later – the notification will be displayed automatically on your device, while you can manually check for updates by heading towards “menu – settings – about phone – software version – check for updates”.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Update for HTC One M7 is Now Rolling out in Europe

If you live in Europe and you happen to own a HTC One M7, then we have great news for you. The HTC One M7 Android 5.0 update is now rolling out, complete with HTC Sense 6 tweaks and Lollipop-specific goodies.

The announcement was made on Twitter by Jeff Gordon, Senior Global Online Communications Manager at HTC. Furthermore, Twitter user@rage06 has confirmed the roll out and provided a screenshot of the system update notification. 

Note that the HTC One M7 Android 5.0 Lollipop update has software number 7.19.401.2 and a size of around 805 MB, so don’t forget to connect to a Wi-Fi network while downloading the update.

Of course, the Android 5.0 Lollipop update for HTC One M7 is being rolled out in phases, meaning that some users will have to wait a bit longer until the update hits their devices. If your One M7 is in the first batch of devices updated to Lollipop, you should be able to notice a system update message in the notifications bar. Tap on it, choose ‘Download’, wait until the download is completed, then select ‘Install now’. Your smartphone should reboot and install the new firmware update. You can also check for the update manually under Settings > About phone > Software update > Check now.

The new software update arrives with a slightly tweaked Sense 6 UI that is more suited for Material Design, Android Runtime, multi-user support for phones, better battery statistics, Screen Pinning, Smart Lock, and dynamic status bar, revamped notifications bar and quick settings. HTC’s system update notification highlights the new Lock Screen notifications, Recent apps, and Search function within settings, as the main features of the Lollipop update.

2nd Gen Moto X Android 5.0.2 Lollipop Update Now Available at AT&T

Back in October 2014, Google officially announced Android 5.0 Lollipop. A month later the new update was hitting the first Nexus devices, which were followed shortly after by both the unlocked and Verizon Moto X 2014 variants. Three months later we hear that the 2nd gen Moto X Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update is now being pushed to the AT&T users.

A couple of days ago, Motorola begun the Android 5.0.2 Lollipop soak tests for both Verizon and AT&T Moto X and that the update should be released soon. Now the new firmware is being released for all AT&T customers. And when I say “all” I mean “some” because we are dealing with a staged roll out. You know the drill. When your phone is ready to receive the OTA update, you’ll see a system update notification. In case you haven’t received the notification, perform a manual check under Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check now. Still no update? Then keep on waiting for it. The Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update for AT&T Moto X 2014 has software number 22.21.34 and update file is quite big so remember to connect to a Wi-Fi network.

Now let’s take a look at the changes brought by the new update. According to AT&T’s changelog you’ll get Material Design, which is the colorful and fluid interface everyone is talking about, New Interruption and Downtime settings, the new card-based Overview space (you may know it as Recent from KitKat), native flashlight, multi-user support, Screen pinning (lock the screen to a specific app), Android Runtime for better in-app performance, and Smart Lock with Trusted Devices or Trusted Places. You will also be able to enjoy enhanced notification handling which include lock screen notifications (you can prioritize them and choose specific privacy settings) and a redesigned notifications bar which as a ‘Dismiss all’ button you can actually reach with one hand. Motorola’s Moto Display, Ambient Display, and Moto Assist also got updated. You’ll find more details in the link above.

LG G3 is Getting Updated to Android 5.0 Lollipop in Canada

The South Korean phone maker has already released the LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop in select countries and today they added a new one to the list. The unlocked LG G3 units located in Canada are not getting upgraded with the latest available Android firmware.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update for LG G3 arrives with a plethora of changes and improvements which are aimed to both improve the UI and the overall system performance. What should you expect from the new update? I’m glad you’ve asked. According to the changelog posted by LG, the new firmware brings a bold and colorful interface, new notification options, improved battery life, security enhancements, and automatic device encryption. Lollipop for LG G3 also arrives with support for multiple device users, a revamped quick settings drop-down menu, better Internet and Bluetooth handling, and Voice activation when screen is off. It’s also worth mentioning that after you install the new update, the obsolete Dalvik will be replaced by Android Runtime and that your phone will have support for lock screen notifications.

Just like any other software update, the LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update is being pushed to users in phases. This means that some of you might have to wait a few more days or even weeks. I remind you that as soon as your G3 is ready to receive the Lollipop OTA update, you should see a system update message in the notifications bar. Tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions. We are also recommending you to perform a manual check under Settings > About Device > Software update > Check now. Also, given the size of the update file, remember to connect to a Wi-Fi network before downloading it.

T-Mobile Posts Android 5.0 Lollipop Update Status for HTC One M7, Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Edge

Back in October 2014, Google officially announced Android 5.0 Lollipop and as of November 2014, the new software update is being pushed to various devices. As usual, the Nexus smartphones and tablets were first, followed by the Google Play Edition devices, and by Motorola’s flagships. The unlocked models are usually the first in line to receive new software updates, with the carrier-locked variants trailing behind.

The US-based carriers are working around the clock to bring the Lollipop update to their supported devices and many of the said devices already got updated to Android 5.0. In the meantime, the folks at T-Mobile have posted a support page to help customers track the status of the Android 5.0 Lollipop update for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 (2013), HTC One M7, HTC One M8, Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, and Samsung Galaxy S5. Here’s the page if you want to take a peek.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, and Nexus 7 2013 is listed as completed. This means that the software update has been approved to launch and that is now rolling out to users.

The status for the HTC One M7 Android 5.0 Lollipop is labeled as “T-Mobile testing,” meaning that the software update has been released by the OEM to the carrier and that T-Mobile’s engineers are still testing it to see whether it’s ready for prime-time. On the other hand, the HTC One M8 Android 5.0 Lollipop update is labeled as “Completed” since it has already been pushed to users.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update for both Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Note Edge is still under “Manufacturer Development,” as Samsung is still working on the update and hasn’t offered it to T-Mobile for the final tests. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lollipop update is in the “T-Mobile Testing” phases (which means that the roll out is imminent), while the Galaxy S5 is the only Samsung smartphone carried by T-Mobile that received the Android 5.0 Lollipop update.

I remind you that, just like any software updates, the Android 5.0 Lollipop update will be released by T-Mobile in stages, meaning that not all customers will get it in the same time. Usually, when your device is ready to receive the OTA update, you should see a system update notification popping out. Just tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also perform a manual check on Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check for updates (may vary with device).

As you may already know, you are dealing with a major software update, so expect lots of changes and improvements. The most notable change is the new Material Design philosophy which relies on realistic 3D effects and shadows and vivid colors to improve the user experience system-wide. The update also brings performance boosts, support for 64-bit processors, and ART (Android Runtime) instead of Dalvik.

The Overview menu is now called Recent and it has a card-based interface with document-centric multitasking, so select apps can show more than one card in the Recent menu. The update also brings a redesigned notifications bar and better-organized Quick Settings with new toggles for Flashlight and Screen Cast. You will also be able to easily find specific settings sections, courtesy of the new search bar within the Settings app.

One of the most appreciated features of Android 5.0 Lollipop is the support for Lock Screen notifications. You can even select the priority and privacy level for each app that shows notifications in the lock screen, or even block apps from showing lock screen notifications. You might also like the multi-user accounts for phones and the new Screen Pinning. Lollipop also introduced Smart Lock, a feature that can remove any layer of lock screen security when you are in a Trusted Place or connected to a Trusted Device.

Lollipop also boasts about better battery statistics and the new Battery Saver Mode. It now shows how much time do you have left until the battery is fully charged (when the device is plugged in) or how long it’s left until you have to recharge it again. Battery Saver Mode can be automatically turned on when the battery level reaches 15% or 5%.

Verizon LG G3 Gets Android 5.0.1 Lollipop OTA Update

Hello to all Verizon LG G3 owners. We have great news for you guys. The LG G3 Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update is finally being pushed to users by the folks at Verizon. Even though the carriers haven’t updated their support page yet, many users are reporting that the new software update is hitting their devices.

The new LG G3 Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update has software version number VS98523A and, as usual, it’s being rolled out in phases. For what it’s worth, Verizon is the third US-based carrier to push the Lollipop update to their G3 variant, after Sprint and AT&T already rolled out the new software update.

As I was mentioning above, we are dealing with a staged roll out, meaning that some of you would have to wait longer than others. As soon as your LG G3 becomes eligible to receive Android 5.0 Lollipop, you should be able to notice a system update message in the notifications bar. All you need to do is tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions. In case the system update notification failed to appear, you would also want to perform a manual check under Settings > System updates > Check for new system update > Check now.

Since we are dealing with a major system update, expect the update file to weigh in at over 600 MB. We are recommending you to download it using a stable Wi-Fi network to avoid unwanted data charges.

I remind you that Lollipop is the most major update Android has received so far. It arrives with a new design philosophy called Material Design, multi-user support for phones, better battery statistics, ART instead of Dalvik, lock-screen notifications, dynamic status bar, redesigned recent menu, Screen Pinning, Smart Lock, and more.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update Rolling Out in Germany

The official Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update has been released in Germany for the Unlocked versions of the Samsung Galaxy S5 devices. Up until now this update was already released by various carrier-locked Galaxy S5 models.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update comes with a multitude of features and functions that will make the Galaxy S5 works faster and better than it did until now. Also, the TouchWiz bloatware has been somewhat reduced, so you won’t be that annoyed every time you open various menus across your device’s interface. Android 5.0 Lollipop is probably one of the biggest OS updates ever released by Google and now Samsung has pushed it across Germany for all the unlocked versions of the Galaxy S5.

This new firmware update is being released in phases, which means that not all Unlocked Galaxy S5 devices in Germany are going to receive the new firmware update at the same time. When the Android 5.0 Lollipop update is sent for your device you will see a notification popping up, and the only thing that you need to do is to confirm the firmware download process in order to get it flashed on your phone.

Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update comes with the following important features and functions: new Material Design UI interface, lockscreen actionable notifications support, new toggles for Quick Settings, better graphics, Multiple Users support, Guest User, Screen Pinning, Android Runtime (ART) fully integrated, no more Dalvik, Recent multi-tasking new screen, native Battery Power Saver, and more that you can discover by yourself after completing the Lollipop installation. Remember that this update is sent only for Galaxy S5 devices running 100% stock Android 4.4.x KitKat OS.

T-Mobile Galaxy S5 now Receiving OTA Android 5.0 Lollipop Update

T-Mobile is now offering the OTA Android 5.0 Lollipop update for its Galaxy S5 devices. So, if you own a T-Mobile branded Samsung Galaxy S5, now you can start checking for the Lollipop notification. The firmware should be spotted automatically on your phone – just slide down the notification panel as the OTA should be displayed there.

However, since we are talking about an official release, the T-Mobile Android 5.0 Lollipop OS will be rolled out gradually, or in phases. This means that not all the Galaxy S5 users will receive the OTA at the same time. If the notification isn’t yet displayed on your phone, you can manually search for the same by going to “menu – settings – about phone – software version – check for software updates”.

The firmware is dubbed as UVU1DOB1 and it is coming as a 900 MB package – make sure you enable a Wi-Fi connection during the download and update procedure. The Lollipop update can be applied automatically; downloaded via Samsung KIES or manually installed through Odin (we will bring a proper tutorial so stay close).

Android 5.0 Lollipop for T-Mobile Galaxy S5 comes as a stable and smooth update that brings everything that’s new on the Android platform: material Design-inspired UI, lockscreen notifications, improved performance and battery life along many other features and apps.

Do note that you can receive the OTA update only if your phone is not rooted and only if your device is running on stock Android OS – else, you will have to flash the UVU1DOB1 software manually by using Odin (just download the firmware from SamMobile and flash it on your device through the mentioned program).

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is Getting Update to Android 5.0.1 Lollipop in Australia

The folks at Samsung are making efforts to update their flagships to Lollipop. After the update was released in select countries for Galaxy S4, Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 3, and Galaxy Note 4, now we hear that the Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update for Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is being pushed to the users based in Australia.

Just like any other software update, the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update is being rolled out in stages, meaning that some users will have to wait a few more days until the update hits their devices. You probably know already that as soon as your Edge becomes eligible to receive the new firmware you should be able to see a system update message in the notification bar. Tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also check for the update manually under Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check for software updates or via KIES after you connect your phone to the PC using the USB data cable.

We are dealing with major software update, so expect the update file to have a size of over 800 MB. Therefore, we are advising you to download the update file using a stable Wi-Fi network.

Of course, if the software update is not made available for your device via KIES or OTA, you also have the option to flash it manually. All you need to do is download the firmware file from Sammobile here, connect your phone to the PC, launch ODIN, then use it to flash the file to your device.

I remind you that Android 5.0 Lollipop is the most major software update Google’s mobile platform has received in a while. The new update arrives with multi-user support for phones, lock screen notifications, Android runtime, Smart Lock, Screen Pinning, Material Design, updated Samsung apps, bug fixes, performance boosts, and more.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Update for LG G3 Arriving at Sprint Today

If you happen to own an LG G3 from Sprint, then we have great news for you. The carrier officially revealed on its website that the LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update is being pushed to the customers now.

As usual, the roll out is being made in phases, meaning that not all users will get it in the same time. You know the drill: when the system update notification appears on your device tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions. No system updates notification? Well, you might want to try a manual check under Settings > System updates > Update LG Software > Check for update.

Even though Sprint doesn’t mention anything about the size of the Android 5.0 Lollipop update for LG G3, expect the update file to be quite large. We are advising you to download the update using a Wi-Fi network in order to avoid unwanted data charges.

As you may already know, the LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update brings major changes and improvements. According to the changelog posted by Sprint, the new software brings Material Design UI with fluid animations, multicolored themes, and 3D views, optimized battery use, support for Android TV, lock screen notifications and customizable options with prioritized notifications for events, reminders, messages and calls, enhanced low vision and color blind in Accessibility, tweaked location menu, upgraded Google Mobile service, and more.

After you update your LG G3 with the new software, you should also be able to notice that many of the LG native apps have been updated, along with LG’s custom skin which has been tweaked to follow the Material Design guidelines. Of course, the changes are more numerous since we are dealing with the biggest update Android has received in a while.

HTC One M9 Full Spec-Sheet Revealed in New Leak

The HTC One M9 or ‘Hima’ is all set to be announced by the company at its Utopia in Progress event scheduled for March 1 in Barcelona. However, you don’t need to wait until then to find out everything about the device as a new post from renowned leakster upleaks has revealed the full spec-sheet of the One M9 before its official announcement.

Most of what has been revealed in the latest post is not new and had been revealed by upleaks a few weeks back already. However, there are still few new bits of information that have been revealed, along with details on carrier variants and the list of accessories that will be offered with the smartphone.

The One M9 is reported to include a 5.0” 1920 x 1080 resolution Full HD LCD display, exactly similar to the One M8. The chipset powering the smartphone will be Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 810, clocked at 2.0GHz for the Cortex-A57 cores and 1.5GHz for the Cortex-A53 cores. 3GB of RAM is expected to be included, an upgrade over the 2GB RAM on the One M8 from last year. What will not be similar though is the amount of internal storage offered. According to the upleaks post, the One M9 will come with 32GB or 64GB internal storage options. Thankfully the new report confirms that a microSD card slot will be included, so you will be able to expand the memory by up to 128GB.

At the back, the One M9 will include a 20.7MP resolution rear camera with a dual-LED flash like on the One M8. At the front, the One M9 will include a 4MP UltraPixel camera. Earlier upleaks report couldn’t confirm if HTC will go with the 4MP UltraPixel or a 13MP sensor, but the latest report seems to suggest that HTC made up its mind on using the UltraPixel sensor for the front camera on One M9.

The One M9 will include VoLTE, LTE Cat.6 and Carrier Aggregation support, but the Carrier Aggregation feature is said to be dependent on the market and may not be offered on all One M9 variants. It will come with the latest Bluetooth 4.1 version, like every other Snapdragon 810 device. The batter is expected to be 2,840mAh, which doesn’t sound too great and is lower than most recent flagship smartphones. Last but not the least; HTC’s excellent BoomSound stereo speakers will be onboard too.

Along with the spec-sheet, upleaks also has details on the various variants of the One M9. The Hima#UHL variant is likely to be sold in Asia, Europe, Africa, UAE, Russia, Turkey, and Mainland China. The Hima#UL will be headed to the US with AT&T, T-Mobile and a Developer Edition model. In Canada, the smartphone will be offered by Rogers and Telus. Customers in Latin America will also be getting this same model.

The Hima#WHL model will be headed to the Sprint Network in US and also China Telecom. Finally, the Hima#WL model will be the Verizon Wireless variant.

HTC is also expected to offer a wide range of accessories with the One M9. Some of the accessories revealed by upleaks are the HTC DotView 2 case, clear case, stand case, waterproof case with IP68 rating, waterproof headset, HTC BoomBass speaker with Wi-Fi support, and a screen protector.

Samsung Releases First Official Galaxy S6 Teaser Focuses on the Camera

With just around two weeks left for the Galaxy S6 announcement, Samsung has started teasing ‘The Next Galaxy’ already. Samsung Mobile released the first official Galaxy S6 teaser on its Twitter handle today. The 17 second teaser video focuses on the camera of the Galaxy S6, possibly hinting at some great new features and improvements with the camera on Samsung’s next flagship smartphone.

The video teaser only talks about ‘The Next Galaxy’ being inspired by “Great Vision” and “A Unique View”. Clearly, that doesn’t really tell us anything about the Galaxy S6’s camera. However, what the first teaser does point to is that the camera on the Galaxy S6 is likely to be one of its biggest USPs when it goes official next month. Two days back, Samsung had hinted at a capable camera on the Galaxy S6 that will let users take brilliant pictures without having to worry about anything else except pressing the shutter button in a blog post made on the SamsungTomorrow website.

Based on rumors so far, the Galaxy S6 will come with a 20 megapixel camera at the back, likely manufactured by Samsung. It could also include the ISOCELL technology, just like its predecessor. No info is available yet on the sensor size but we expect it to have a slightly larger sensor than the Galaxy S5. More recent renders and image leaks also seem to suggest the Galaxy S6 is likely to include a protruding camera lens at the back, similar to the Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. Apart from the increased resolution, the Galaxy S6 camera is also expected to include optical image stabilization for steadier videos and superior low-light imaging prowess. A dual-LED flash is likely as well, a first on a Samsung Galaxy flagship smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update Released in Germany for Snapdragon Models

The Snapdragon-based Galaxy Note 4 with SM – N910F model number has started to receive the official Android 5.0 Lollipop Update. The new firmware has been spotted in Germany and it is currently being rolled out through Samsung KIES, while the OTA (over-the-air) Update should be pushed out sometime next week.

This update comes only a few days after the Exynos Note 4 phones in Poland and South Korea have been bumped to Android 5.0 Lollipop OS. If you’re based in one of the countries and you own an Exynos or Snapdragon device, then you should be on the lookout for new Lollipop Update notifications.

The new Android 5.0 Lollipop Update brings multiple new features and functions for the Snapdragon Galaxy Note 4 International model. The Material Design UI is the biggest change you’ll see after you complete the update process, as it is much smoother then the KitKat interface. Also, the TouchWiz software has been greatly improved and you will be getting much faster times when it comes to opening apps and various memory hungry games.

With Android 5.0 Lollipop your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F will get the following new features: Android Runtime (ART) technology instead of the old Dalvik, Smart Lock, Intelligent Notifications ranking, Priority Mode, lock screen notifications control, native Battery Saving Mode, Device Sharing capabilities like Screen Pinning and Guest User, Multiple users support, new Quick Settings toggles, improved security, BLE peripheral mode, and more. There are thousands of great functions present in Lollipop that you will find only after testing the new OS on your computer.

As I’ve told you above you can update your can install this update if you’re in Germany through Samsung Kies. Connect your smartphone to your PC, launch KIES and then wait for the application to notify you in case there are any new Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware files available for download.

Android 5.0 Lollipop for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE is Now Available for Download

Yesterday, we told you that Samsung Poland confirmed that the Galaxy Note 2 will get updated to Lollipop. Today we bring you news of another member of the Galaxy Note that’s getting updated to Android 5.0. According to the folks at Sammobile, the Android 5.0 Lollipop update for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE is now being pushed to users.

It’s the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9005 that’s getting updated with Lollipop. Yes, you are right, it’s the Note 3 variant powered by a Snapdragon 800 chipset. For the time being, the Galaxy Note 3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update is being rolled out in several European countries. As usual, the update is being rolled out in phases, meaning that not all users will get it in the same time. When your device will get the OTA update, you should be able to see a system update notifications. All you need to do is tap on the notification and follow the on-screen instructions. It’s also recommended to manually check for the update under Settings > About phone > Software update > Check for software updates, or via Samsung KIES after you connect your Note 3 to the PC using the USB cable.

Because you are dealing with a major update, expect the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update file to have a size of over 600 MB. We are recommending you to download using a Wi-Fi network in order to avoid unwanted data charges.

Android 5.0 is the most important update Google’s software platform has received in a while. The update arrives with multi-user support for phones, Screen Pinning, Android Runtime, security improvements, performance boosts, Smart Lock, better battery statistics, lock screen notifications, dynamic status bar, redesigned notifications bar, card-based interface for the recent screen, and more. The Note 3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update also brings TouchWiz UI tweaks, bug fixes, and improved system stability.

Sprint HTC One M8 Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Update Rolling Out

The Sprint variant of the HTC One M8 smartphone was expected to receive Android 5.0 OTA Update last week, but Sprint has delayed the launch for today. Multiple users are reporting via Twitter that they’ve received new OTA Lollipop Update notifications early morning. The update for Sprint One M8 comes only a few hours after the first One M8 T-Mobile owners have started to report it.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop comes with a huge number of changes such as the brand new Material Design UI, Smart Lock, Intelligent Notifications ranking, Device Sharing functions, new Recent multitasking, Android ART Runtime, new search feature for the Settings menu, lock screen notifications controls, security improvements and multiple other great functions. Check the Android 5.0 Lollipop web page here in order to learn more about this release.

The Lollipop 5.0 OS is the biggest update that the Sprint HTC One M8 smartphone has seen and it is highly recommended for you to upgrade it, as you will get a much more stable environment with enhanced security tweaks. Note that this update is being released in phases which mean that not all devices will be updated at the same time. Before the end of this month your Sprint One M8 phone should get the brand new firmware files, so you shouldn’t panic until that happens.

In case the new Android 5.0 Lollipop update notification isn’t shown by your One M8 phone in the next few days, then you can choose to verify manually for it: go to Settings> System Updates > HTC Software Update and then tap once on the ‘Check Now’ button. If there are any files available for download you should make sure to use a Wi-Fi connection in order to complete the installation process.

Note that this update will set the 4.20.651.10 Android 5.0 version number and it will most probably be the first Lollipop build from many others that are going to be released by Sprint and HTC in the future. Keep in mind that the Android 5.0 Lollipop update is pushed only for HTC One M8 smartphones that are running 100% stock Android 4.4 ROMs; you won’t be getting any new official Lollipop files in case your device is sporting a custom ROM.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Antutu & Geekbench Scores Blow Away the Competition

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge has recently been spotted in not one but two popular benchmarks – Antutu and Geekbench. This time, not only are the specifications of the device revealed, but we also have the benchmark scores to go by. Honestly, we expected the Samsung Galaxy S6 to be one the most powerful Android devices at launch, but the Galaxy S6 Edge benchmark scores on these two popular benchmarks put it on another level altogether when it comes to performance. The Galaxy S6 managed to set new performance records in both the benchmarks.

The Samsung SM-G925W8 was put through the Antutu benchmark and managed to score an incredible 60,978 on the benchmark. This is not just the highest score recorded on the benchmark yet, but also significantly higher than anything else on the market currently. So if you were worried about Samsung not using the Snapdragon 810 chipset on the Galaxy S6, you can put all those worries to rest now. The Exynos 7420 chipset on the Galaxy S6 Edge has proved to be an absolute beast and is likely to maintain a lead over the Snapdragon 810 and other mobile chipsets currently available in other benchmarks as well. In the Antutu test, the Exynos 7420 is reported to bring major gains as far as graphics performance goes, which is great news as the Quad HD resolution and also a heavy TouchWiz UI should be no problem for the chip to handle.

The Antutu benchmark leak also reveals most of the specifications of the Galaxy S6 Edge. Unlike the older Antutu benchmark leak where the Galaxy S6 display was reported to be 5.5-inches, the latest leak suggests that the Galaxy S6 Edge will come with a 5.1” size display with Quad HD 2560 x 1440 resolution. This translates to a mind-boggling pixel density of 576PPI, the highest pixel density among smartphone displays yet. The RAM has been reported to be 3GB and not 4GB as was reported earlier. The internal storage was reported to be 32GB, similar to the previous leak. As for the cameras, the Galaxy S6 Edge includes a 20MP camera at the back and a 5MP front-facing camera according to the benchmark.

The Galaxy S6 Edge impressed in the Geekbench benchmark as well. The model that went through the Geekbench test was the the SM-G925P variant of the S6 Edge. In the single-core test the smartphone managed to score 1492 while in the multi-core test it scored 5077 points. Although not as impressive as the earlier leaked Geekbench score of the Exynos 7420, the scores are still very impressive and higher than almost every other mobile device available in the market currently. Its closest rival, the Apple iPad Air 2, manages a score of 4532 in the same test. However, when it comes to the single-core test, a few devices like the Google Nexus 9 do score slightly higher. Overall though, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge (and the Galaxy S6) are shaping up to be truly impressive smartphones and may enjoy a slight lead over other flagship smartphones with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset, at least as far as benchmark performance is concerned.

The Samsung Galaxy S6 and the S6 Edge are expected to be announced at Samsung’s UNPACKED event scheduled to be held on March 1 in Barcelona.