Samsung has started rolling out much awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update for Galaxy J5 2015 smartphones in India. The size of the update is 874.18MB which includes latest security patch as well.
The changelog of new Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update includes change in looks of system settings and notification bar, tweak in animation all over the system, performance improvement, advanced power saving mode(Doze mode which restricts the background data and extends battery life), Google Now on tap etc.
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You will get a notification on the latest software update if you have enabled the automatic software updates. If not, you can manually check for the updates. As update is large in size, it is highly recommended to download via Wi-Fi rather than mobile data. Below is the step by step guide on how to update Galaxy J5 to Android 6.01 Marshmallow.
Samsung Galaxy J5 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update via OTA
- Go to settings->About device.
- Tap on to Check for Software update.
- If updates are available, you will get a onscreen instruction to complete the update.
It is worth noting that, Samsung has launched Galaxy J5 2016 which runs on Android 6.0 out of the box. One of most advertised feature of the device is S-Bike mode. Though Galaxy J5 2015 has got S-Bike mode, it lacks NFC. Hence, users are not able use the function fully. However, latest Galaxy J5 comes with NFC which allows users to use S-Bike mode as advertised.
It is good to see manufacturers are rolling out latest software updates to its budget smartphones. This week, Asus has started rolling Android Marshmallow update to its Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser smartphones.
There is no official communication regarding the Galaxy J7 Android Marshmallow update. However, it expected to hit smartphone very soon.