Samsung starts Nougat firmware development for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge
The official Android 7.0 Nougat beta program for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge is underway, and we are all hoping that Samsung will bring out the final update as quickly as it can. Many have wondered about how Samsung plans to proceed with the Nougat update for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, the two devices that brought about the company’s new direction in smartphones. Well, there is a possibility that the S6 lineup’s Nougat update might not be too far behind the S7′s, as Samsung has now started development of Nougat firmware for the S6 devices.
The initial Nougat firmware for the S6 lineup carries build number XXS5DPK7. Naturally, the build number will change on the final firmware that will roll out to S6 and S6 edge owners around the world. Also note that it can be a few months before work on the firmware development finishes, as there are a lot of things that need to be taken care of before an update can be rolled out to the masses. The S6 and S6 edge are unlikely to get the update before 2017; in fact, Samsung probably isn’t going to bring Android 7.0 to the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge before next year, either.
Nougat will bring a lot of changes and new features to Samsung’s devices, although it’s unclear if the company’s new UX will make its way to its 2015 flagships (it really should given the consistency Samsung has brought to its software across different devices since last year). Do check out our What’s New with Nougat series to see all the changes Nougat brings to the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.
Source: Sammobile
Do you guys think we are getting atleast the GRACE UX from the GS7 nougat update to our GS6?
Can we download this firmware yet ?
actually we already have discussion topic on nougat
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/general/discussion-android-7-0-nougat-t3445561/page19
no need to make new one on related subject
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Good News Infinity Users -> Android 7.1 for Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ To Roll Out Soon
Samsung’s decision to ship the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ with Android 7.0 left many confused. The latest version of Google’s mobile operating system at the flagship’s launch was Android 7.1. It made sense for the company to release its new handset with the latest version of Android but it didn’t do that.
Then again, it’s not like the Android 7.1 update adds any major new features that Galaxy S8 owners have missed out on. It brings new emoji, launcher actions for the Pixel launcher and other minor tweaks. The emoji and launcher updates don’t really matter to Galaxy S8 owners since Samsung uses its own versions of both on its handsets.
Nevertheless, the Android 7.1 update for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ should be rolling out soon. Vodafone Australia has updated its website to reflect that the new firmware release has been submitted for review. This means that it’s in the final stage before roll out.
The carrier itself mentions that this is going to be a “Stability and Bug Fix” update so users shouldn’t expect much in the way of new features. With a major Australian carrier coming close to rolling out Android 7.1 for Galaxy S8, it’s only a matter of time before said update is released for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ in other markets across the globe.
Source : SamMobile
Also 7.1.1 bring app shortcut so basically one major useful feature
I would expect September released most of the case.
Very very late when my second device Axon 7 has 7.1.1 from April.
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"Soon"
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) qualifies for Android 8.0 Oreo update since it was released on the market one year ago. Unfortunately, we won't be getting a confirmation from*Samsung, but we'll certainly know before the update hits the*phone*if the South Korean company decides to give the green light.
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Well i won't be upgrading phones anytime soon. So i really hope this phone gets these updates. If not i guess MM will be the os i know.
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I actually want nothing to do with Oreo, but thanks for the heads up.
Samsung started rolling out the much-awaited Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+ last week. As promised, the update was first released to members of the beta program before it was rolled out to non-beta devices earlier this week. The update had only been sent out in a handful of markets but in a rather unexpected turn of events, Samsung has stopped the Galaxy S8 Android 8.0 Oreo update release.
More info: SamMobile
What's going on at Samsung phone support dep?
Oreo versions are late on Samsung devices and now they had to stop the upgrade. :S
My GF HTC 10 got Oreo weeks ago flawless.
At least we have Oreo alternatives for S8/S8+ like:
- Google Edition
- LightROM
- stable oreo
Google Edition working flawless on my (EU) S8+
C´mon Samsung! You used to be a suriuos company.
sammarbella said:
What's going on at Samsung phone support dep?
Oreo versions are late on Samsung devices and now they had to stop the upgrade. :S
My GF HTC 10 got Oreo weeks ago flawless.
At least we have Oreo alternatives for S8/S8+ like:
- Google Edition
- LightROM
- stable oreo
Google Edition working flawless on my (EU) S8+
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"We" being everyone except the entire US market. It's infuriatingly frustrating. But ya'll enjoy all the custom roms and unlocked bootloader goodness. Just remember us in your prayers.
I bet it has to do with the face emoji that they want to put on the s9. I bet it's being ported over to s8. I hope for 8.1 as well or whatever comes out when it rolls out
They shouldn't of released that crap...
coldconfession13 said:
I bet it has to do with the face emoji that they want to put on the s9. I bet it's being ported over to s8. I hope for 8.1 as well or whatever comes out when it rolls out
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You are one very optimistic guy
I am making this thread because i see that quite a bit of people are wondering if 3 year old flagship from Samsung is going to receive Oreo.
Yes it is. No release date yet. It was confirmed to me by Samsung here are some screenshots
Wow I hope thats true. I think we annoyed Samsung so much with that question that they considered just to make that update
FINALLY!
zinou111 said:
FINALLY!
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still no date but at least we know that we are getting the latest and greatest on this beast device
blondeeagle said:
still no date but at least we know that we are getting the latest and greatest on this beast device
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yuuup!.. that's wat i was waiting for!.. a confirmation from SAMSUNG
zinou111 said:
yuuup!.. that's wat i was waiting for!.. a confirmation from SAMSUNG
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Galaxy S6 Edge Plus and Note 5 already got an update its really great update it brings resolution change as well as performance mode but stays on android 7 (also security updates) i wish samsung brings always on display on S6 Oreo
blondeeagle said:
Galaxy S6 Edge Plus and Note 5 already got an update its really great update it brings resolution change as well as performance mode but stays on android 7 (also security updates) i wish samsung brings always on display on S6 Oreo
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i hope they just release Oreo & include all new features on it without minor 7 updates..
Galaxy S6 Android Oreo Update
Galaxy S6 Android Oreo Update
Samsung still isn’t saying much about its future plans for Android Oreo so we can’t tell you anything with one hundred percent certainty. That said, we can tell you a little bit about Samsung’s history.
The company typically keeps its Galaxy devices upgraded with major Android software updates for two years before killing off support. The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge started on Android Lollipop and they’ve been upgraded to Android Marshmallow and Android Nougat.
The Galaxy S6 celebrated its third birthday in April which means there’s a very good chance it’ll stay put on Android Nougat. After all, Samsung Turkey and Samsung Canada have both left the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge off lists outlining upcoming Android Oreo updates.
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge also have disappeared from Samsung’s list of quarterly and monthly security updates. This all but confirms bad news for those of you holding out hope for Oreo. The Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy S6 Active both remain on the list.
There’s also a chance Samsung decides to push a third major update to the Galaxy S6 series.
The company still hasn’t released an official list of devices getting upgraded Android 8.0 Oreo, but we’ve seen unofficial lists appear on Weibo and XDA-Developers.
The list from Weibo includes the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy S6 Active while the list from XDA-Developers, which is based on data pulled from the Galaxy Note 8 Oreo update, doesn’t.
T-Mobile’s also seemingly confirmed Android Oreo updates for the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy Note 5, but nothing is official until Samsung itself confirms the development.
According to multiple Samsung customer service reps, the Galaxy S6 will be getting Android Oreo. The information comes from threads on Reddit and XDA-Forums where posters state they were told that the company is currently working on a Galaxy S6 Android Oreo update behind the scenes.
One customer rep went as far as to say the Galaxy S6 Android 8.0 Oreo update is set to arrive sometime in January or February. That obviously didn’t happen.
Customer service representatives have been known to push bogus information to those asking questions over the phone and online so take this information with an immense grain of salt.
If Samsung does update the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy S6 Active with Android Oreo it will inch the company’s software support closer to Apple’s support for the iPhone. Apple typically keeps iPhones updated for four (five now that the iPhone 5s is getting iOS 12) years before kicking them to the curb.
At this point though, Galaxy S6 users shouldn’t be holding their breath.
Galaxy S6 Oreo Release Date
If Samsung decides to release Android 8.0 Oreo for the Galaxy S6, and that’s a huge if, it probably won’t release the software in June.
With the Android Oreo update just now hitting the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge, we’re likely months away from a roll out. If there is one.
Samsung Canada’s confirmed Android Oreo support for the Galaxy Xcover4, Galaxy A8, Galaxy J3 Prime, Tab A8 and Tab A10.1. The regional arm says those updates will arrive later in 2018.
It makes no mention of the Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 Edge.
Having launched more than two years before than Android Oreo’s release, the Galaxy S6 is not eligible for the Android 8.0 update.
soo wait and see fellaazzz!!!
The S6 never get Oreo officially
In that way, the port of A8 2016 with Oreo is under development.
iTzPr0o117 said:
The S6 never get Oreo officially
In that way, the port of A8 2016 with Oreo is under development.
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Great!!!!!
iTzPr0o117 said:
The S6 never get Oreo officially
In that way, the port of A8 2016 with Oreo is under development.
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When we can test it? And any release date?
iTzPr0o117 said:
In that way, the port of A8 2016 with Oreo is under development.
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Do you need testers (G920F)?
And G925F too!!!
G928f too.
G928T too
G920v too. Still no unlocked bootloader but I have workaround for rom
And also g920i
Can you just stop posting like every S6 series variants... When developers will need testers they will ask for.
So will be an official android oreo for s6 or not ?
Anyone have another news ?
Thanks for your answer
iDroid27210 said:
Can you just stop posting like every S6 series variants... When developers will need testers they will ask for.
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Not. :silly: