Users of the Galaxy S5 Active from Samsung will now be able to access the Android 5.1.1 OS version for their handset.
AT&T has just released Android 5.1.1 for the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active, a device which is available exclusively to the U.S. carrier.
Android 5.1.1 is Google's last major iteration for the mobile platform before it releases Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Other devices that are already updated with Android 5.1.1 include Nexus devices (Nexus 4, Nexus, 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7-2013, Nexus 7, Nexus 9 and Nexus 10); Motorola devices (Moto X-2014, Moto X, Moto G-2014, Moto G and Moto E); LG devices (LG G3 and LG G Flex 2); Sony devices (Xperia Z5, Xperia Z5 Compact, Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia Z1, Xperia Z2, Xperia Z2 Tablet, Xperia Z, Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z Tablet, Xperia ZR, Xperia ZL and Xperia Z Ultra Google Play Edition); and the OnePlus One device.
The update, which has its build number as MY47X.G870AUCU2COJ3, weighs in at 640MB. This means that users would have to make sure that they have a strong WiFi connection in order to have a successful download of the update. The latest version promises to deliver a number of important bug fixes for the Galaxy S5 Active. It also adds the feature known as Android for Work. Lastly, the update features a fix to Ultra Power Saving Mode which is particularly useful for those who are using On Device Encryption on their devices.
The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active features a rugged design structure that emphasizes the handset's dustproof, water-resistant and shockproof capabilities. It's built with a 5.1-inch full HD Super AMOLED display and boasts a 16MP camera that allows the handset to capture high quality images.
"Built for an active lifestyle, the Galaxy S5 Active is dustproof, shock- and water-resistant, and ready for whatever comes its way. Equipped with an IP67 rating and certified to meet a series of demanding military standard specifications, this rugged smartphone is designed to withstand the rigors of your workout and your world," said AT&T in a blog post.
Users should be able to start seeing the Android 5.1.1 rolling out to their Galaxy S5 Active handsets. It is expected to go live for every user in a few hours.
