Samsung has started rolling out the much-awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow software update to its Galaxy Note 5 handset.
Samsung announced the global rollout of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge in mid-February. Individual carriers may take some time to roll out the update to their versions of the devices and some Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge owners may have to wait slightly longer than others.
While Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge owners will be keenly waiting to receive the latest Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on their device, some Galaxy Note 5 owners in Cambodia have already started receiving the latest update.
According to a SamMobile report, the update is out in Cambodia for the Galaxy Note 5 SM-N920C model with build number N920CXXU2BPB6. The report suggests that the update is available via Samsung Smart Switch and via SamMobile's firmware section. The firmware should be going out to Galaxy Note 5 owners over-the-air (OTA) soon.
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow brings a number of improvements and new features to Android devices. The Galaxy Note 5 has a 3,000 mAh battery that already offers long-lasting usage to owners. The Doze and the App Standby modes of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow may improve the battery life of the phablet.
The Doze mode detects when a handset is not in use and automatically puts it in sleep mode. The App Standby mode focuses on less-used apps for preserving the battery life of the Galaxy Note 5.
"No more battery drain from seldom-used apps: App Standby limits their impact on battery life so your charge lasts longer," says Android.
On Wednesday, Samsung also shared some features Galaxy devices will get following the Marshmallow update.
"With the release of Android 6.0 Marshmallow for Samsung's Galaxy devices, a whole host of new and improved features are now available," says Samsung. "Two of the most useful are Samsung Internet 4.0, which offers better privacy and functionality from the native Samsung browser than ever, and Cross App, which lets people access their most useful apps while inside the messaging program."
American carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and more have not hinted of an update to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow for the Galaxy Note 5. However, Canadian carrier TELUS has confirmed the tentative Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow rollout date as March 9 for the Galaxy Note 5, the same day the carrier plans to release the update for the Galaxy S6 edge Plus.
Samsung has not officially confirmed the update for the Galaxy Note 5 but the Korean company is expected to announce the rollout date sooner than later.
