Verizon reissues Lollipop update for Galaxy S5

The Galaxy S5 Lollipop update has been making its rounds since Samsung released the first update for Verizon customers since the first week of February (nearly two months ago), but you may be surprised to learn that Verizon first released the update before pulling it.

Some Verizon customers downloaded the update while others didn’t get the chance to. Verizon didn’t issue a statement at the time about the update, but it seems that the GS5 Lollipop update is now ready for primetime – again.

The new Lollipop update for the Galaxy S5 comes with build number G900VVRU1BOA4, replacing the old Lollipop update that had build number G900VVRU1BNLC. We got our hands on the old Lollipop update and our build number was G900VVRU1BOA8; with that said, don’t be surprised if your build number doesn’t match the last three letters/digits combination.

There are two things you need to know with the Android 5.0 Lollipop update. First, Verizon appears to have added back the Download Booster it removed from the device software when the GS5 first arrived on the network in April 2014. Next, keep in mind that reducing your volume on the device will activate a new “Interruptions” mode that will block phone calls and other notifications from as little as 15 minutes to “indefinitely.” Such is the price we pay for Google’s latest.

We’ve attempted to download the new Lollipop update, only to find that it hasn’t been released for Galaxy S5 devices that have already availed themselves of Verizon’s earlier Lollipop update. If you haven’t received your dose of Lollipop on Verizon’s network, you can do so now. Make sure your battery life is at its best, as a number of updates are known to drain anywhere from 20%-40% battery life while updating.

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T-Mobile releases Galaxy S6, S6 edge update

If you’re a T-Mobile customer, you don’t have your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge yet – but there’s already an update issued for Samsung’s two newest devices. T-Mobile has released an update for the S6 and the S6 edge that is designed to provide enhancements and bug fixes, although the nature of the enhancements and bug fixes is unknown.

What we do know, however, is that the T-Mobile GS6 and S6 edge update comes in at a hefty 177MB with the build number UVU1AOCG. No major changes have been noted, so the update itself is more incremental (despite its size) than anything else. Still, it’s likely the case that T-Mobile has issued an update to optimize its own Galaxy S6 and S6 edge devices for its blazing-fast 4G LTE network. Optimization is never a bad thing.

T-Mobile also has another bit of good news for its customers: those who’ve pre-ordered the GS6 or S6 edge will be happy to know that T-Mobile has already started shipping its pre-orders to customers who took the plunge and purchased their devices early. Verizon customers are still waiting until April 1st to place their pre-orders, while Sprint and AT&T have already joined T-Mo in the pre-order dance.

You now have a T-Mobile update to look forward to if you’re a part of the Magenta Pink carrier family. Before you pull your device out of the box and get enthralled, be sure to hit that update button.

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Galaxy S6 Experience gets you a little closer to the new Samsung

We said some days ago that Samsung’s Galaxy S6 Experience app was a johnny-come-lately to the party, but the Korean manufacturer has, in keeping with tradition, supplied the one new app that we’ve all been waiting for.

The new Galaxy S6 Experience app gives consumers a look into four categories: camera, charging, security, and display. The camera section compares Samsung’s f/1.9 aperture, 5MP front and 16MP back cameras on the S6 and S6 edge with other phones that feature f/2.2 aperture cameras. The security section shows the three security tools Samsung has placed in the S6 and S6 edge: a Smart Manager, Knox 2.0, and a new and improved fingerprint scanner.

In addition to these expected features in the S6 Experience app, Samsung also provides some insight into the S6 and S6 edge’s design as well as information regarding accessories for both models. There are 7 cases (that’s right, seven) available for customers who want to accessorize: a new Clear View cover, Clear Cover, S View Cover, Fabric S View Cover, Flip Wallet, Fabric Flip Wallet, and Protective Cover. Only the Protective Cover is available for the S6 edge currently.

The Galaxy S6 Experience app is available for download from the Google Play Store. While it’s a virtual tease of the Best Buy demo experience, it may just be the thing to get you out and about to see the real deal.

For those who think the new Galaxy S6 Experience app is not enough, check out the ten Galaxy S6 and S6 edge apps now available through XDA.

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