Unlocked Galaxy S5 now receiving Lollipop update in Germany
Samsung has at last started rolling out the eagerly-awaited and much-anticipated Lollipop update to all unlocked models of its flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S5, in Germany. This upgrade transports the latest version of the Android operating system, together with a multitude of new features, bug fixes and stability improvements.
The full changelog can be seen below:
- Android 5.0 Lollipop update
- Lock screen and Notification: New Lollipop UI style with enhanced privacy features
- Recent apps: Support multiple pages
- Addition of search function within settings
To start the upgrade, make sure you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. Then, from the home screen, press the Menu key, followed by Settings. Scroll to the bottom and tap ‘About Device’, followed by ‘Software Update and ‘Update Now’.
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HTC One (M8) for Verizon expected to receive Lollipop approval in two weeks
A few weeks ago, Verizon shocked everyone when it became the first carrier in the United States to push Android 5.0 to the Galaxy S 5. Look back at Verizon’s history in updating its devices and you will find that the updates are either extremely slow or nonexistent. So it is great to see some changes at Big Red. Now, many people with the HTC One (M8) on Verizon are waiting to receive Lollipop. HTC Vice President of Product Management Mo Versi, essentially the company’s spokesperson for software updates, took to Twitter to provide some information.
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On Twitter, one owner of the 2014 HTC flagship expressed hope that his device would receive the update this week. Versi responded with good news and bad news. The bad news is that the update will not arrive this week. The good news, though, is that approval for the update is expected to be received in the first week of March.
@RyGi2001 it’s in the lab, we’re expecting approval first week of March.
— Mo (@moversi) February 15, 2015
There you have it, the HTC One (M8) on Verizon should receive Android 5.0 Lollipop within the next two or three weeks.
Source: @moversi
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Xposed Framework for Lollipop released [alpha build]
Customization is one of the key features of the entire Android ecosystem. The way that user’s are empowered to change their own environments, within the bounds of a given Android powered device, has been crucial to Android’s overall adoption rate. Historically custom ROMS were needed to truly expose the full power of what the mobile OS has to offer. Flashing ROMs, though, can be a rather time consuming process. What happens if you brick your device? What happens if you running a Nexus device and just want extended functionality? This is where the Xposed framework comes into play. After rooting your device and installing Xposed, you now have access to a ton of a la carte modules that can increase the overall functionality of the device. The beauty of Xposed is that you can do all this without the need to flash and reflash your device when new ROM updates are released. Just install a mod, turn it on, reboot, and you’re done. Until recently, support for Android 5.0 has not been available.
This weekend the creator of Xposed, rovo89, announced and released the Xposed framework for Android 5.0 Lollipop. According to rovo89, “Many [Xposed] modules will actually work without any changes, especially those which modify the behavior of user apps…” For testing purposes, the newest version of Xposed is still in alpha. See it released into production once a spectrum of Xposed’s seasoned modders get their hands on it. Check out the XDA thread here for apks and instructions. Happy modding.
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Samsung Galaxy Note II seemingly getting the Android 5.0 update
Multiple reports from Samsung have confirmed that its 2012 flagship, the Galaxy Note II will be receiving the latest Android 5.0 update. This has taken us a little by surprise considering how older devices are often neglected by OEMs.
There’s no word on when the smartphone will receive the update officially, but we’re guessing it won’t be long away considering that the update is already seeding to the Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy S5 and the likes. Strangely enough, the Galaxy S III seems to be exempt from the Lollipop update, even though it was launched some months prior to the arrival of the Galaxy Note II.
The Galaxy Note II arrived with Android 4.1.2, so it has seen a variety of Android updates along the way. It’s safe to assume that its update cycle will end with Lollipop, but the customers won’t be complaining much. The only plaguing question now is with regards to the timing of this update.
Do you still own a Galaxy Note II? What do you make of this news?
Via: Sam Mobile
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Lenovo plans to update 7 of its smartphones in Q2
Lenovo has just published a list of smartphones it hopes to upgrade to Lollipop in the next quarter of this year. The A5000, A6000, P70, S90, Vibe X2, Vibe Z2 and Vibe Z2 Pro are expected to receive the update somewhere between April 1 and June 30, whereas the S856, S860, S930 and P90 are set to get it shortly after.
The Chinese multinational computer company stated that the “upgrade is only applied to the models above bought from retail market”, so if you’ve purchased an “operator customized” or a “contract model”, you might not be eligible for the update — or at least not in the designated time frame.
If you own one of the above mentioned handsets, don’t get too excited just yet as its still quite a way off, but at least you know the upgrade is on its way to your particular device.
Source: Lenovo
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Lollipop heading to Sprint’s HTC One (M8) Harman Kardon Edition this weekend
Another device from HTC is being prepared to receive a software update that brings with it the latest version of Android. This weekend, the Harman Kardon Edition of the HTC One (M8) on Sprint will see Android 5.0 Lollipop arrive. Mo Versi, HTC’s Vice President of Product Management, shared the news on Twitter, saying that the over-the-air (OTA) update would start this weekend.
Let us know in the comments when you have received the update.
Source: @moversi
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Intex announces the Aqua Star L, India’s first home-grown Lollipop smartphone
India has one of the world’s fastest growing smartphone markets, with both foreign and domestic mobile phone companies battling it out for the top spot. In an attempt to get a step ahead of it’s local competitors, the home-grown manufacturer, Intex, has announced the release of India’s first Lollipop smartphone produced by an Indian company. The handset is appropriately named the Aqua Star L.
The Aqua Star L is priced at just Rs. 6,990 ($112) and is powered by a MediaTek Quad-Core processor clocked at 1.3GHz. There’s 1GB of RAM present for multi-tasking duty and 8GB of internal storage that can be augmented by up to 32GB thanks to the included Micro-SD card slot. The 5-inch display has a resolution of 854 x 480 (FWVGA) and uses IPS (In-Plane Switching) technology. On the front of the device is a 2MP camera for selfies and video chat, with an 8MP sensor and flash on the rear panel. The Aqua Star L weighs in at 130 grams with dimensions of 141 x 72.9 x 8mm and sports a 2,000mAh battery. As previously mentioned, the handset will run Android version 5.0 Lollipop out of the box.
Connectivity-wise, the Aqua Star L supports the usual Bluetooth, WiFi and GPS functions, as well the following operating frequencies – GSM 900/ 1800 and WCDMA 2100MHz. As is common with handsets aimed at the Indian consumer, the handset supports the use of Dual-SIMs. The Intex Aqua Star L will be available in black or white variants via SnapDeal.com from this Monday.
Full Press Release:
Intex triumphs with the country’s first lollipop smartphone by Indian brand Launches feature rich Aqua Star L for Rs. 6990/- exclusively on Snapdeal Delhi, India – February 13, 2015: In an endeavor to break through the Indian mobile industry, Intex Technologies launched the first Android Lollipop smartphone by an Indian brand, the Aqua Star L. One of the fastest growing mobile phone company in India, Intex Technologies has packed this handset with rich features and priced it at Rs. 6990 only.
In an endeavor to break through the Indian mobile industry, Intex Technologies launched the first Android Lollipop smartphone by an Indian brand, the Aqua Star L. One of the fastest growing mobile phone company in India, Intex Technologies has packed this handset with rich features and priced it at Rs. 6990 only. Commenting on the launch,
Commenting on the launch, Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, Mobile Business Head, Intex Technologies said, “Our newest offering in the Aqua collection, the Aqua Star L proves Intex’s dedication to remain a technology supernal. It is absolutely imperative to run along with the technological advancements to stay in a competitive environment. Looking at the demand, the smartphone has been instilled with a 12.7 cm (5 inch) fully laminated screen and an 8 MP camera along with various features. We are excited to bring Intex’s latest phone to our customers.”
Boasting its dual-Sim capabilities, the phone supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, ensuring full time connectivity for the users who like to stay social. The phone has dedicated 1 GB RAM & 8GB of inbuilt memory that is expandable up to 32GB for smooth processes. Along with the GPS, it is also equipped with gravity, proximity and light sensors.
Boasting its dual-Sim capabilities, the phone supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, ensuring full time connectivity for the users who like to stay social. The phone has dedicated 1 GB RAM & 8GB of inbuilt memory that is expandable up to 32GB for smooth processes. Along with the GPS, it is also equipped with gravity, proximity and light sensors.
Boasting its dual-Sim capabilities, the phone supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, ensuring full time connectivity for the users who like to stay social. The phone has dedicated 1 GB RAM & 8GB of inbuilt memory that is expandable up to 32GB for smooth processes. Along with the GPS, it is also equipped with gravity, proximity and light sensors.
Boasting its dual-Sim capabilities, the phone supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, ensuring full time connectivity for the users who like to stay social. The phone has dedicated 1 GB RAM & 8GB of inbuilt memory that is expandable up to 32GB for smooth processes. Along with the GPS, it is also equipped with gravity, proximity and light sensors. Users can witness great picture quality with multiple camera features with the 8 MP rear camera and 2 MP front camera enhanced with HDR, Face Beauty, Panorama, Live Photo Mode, Continuous Shot features.
Users can witness great picture quality with multiple camera features with the 8 MP rear camera and 2 MP front camera enhanced with HDR, Face Beauty, Panorama, Live Photo Mode, Continuous Shot features. Available in two colors, black & white, the phone can exclusively be purchased from Snapdeal.com from Monday.”
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Android 5.0 Lollipop users reportedly experience fewer crashes than iOS 8 users
Comparing Android to iOS is always a delicate topic. Both sides have hard-core fans who are often unable to appreciate what the opposite number brings to the table. One aspect that is often brought up by iOS fans when debating which OS is best is the alleged ‘bugginess’ of the Android operating system when compared to the ‘reliability’ of Apple’s mobile offering. This point of contention would appear to be invalid though, with the news that the latest version of Android (Lollipop) offers increased stability. By comparison, it seems that iOS 8 has gone in the opposite direction, with it’s users experiencing higher app crash rates.
As you can see from the figures quoted below, the difference in app crash rates is barely noticeable, but for the hard-core fan in a heated discussion it may prove to be a satisfying point to raise to their fellow debater. The data was compiled by Crittercism, a company that monitors the performance of mobile applications.
- Android 5.0 Lollipop: 2.0 %
- iOS 8: 2.2%
Unlike iOS 8 that actually increased its app crash rate by .3% over iOS 7, Android 5.0 Lollipop managed a decrease of .6% over it’s the previous version of Android (KitKat). While that .6% isn’t a large number, it’s definitely a step in the right direction, which is another point to raise when debating which mobile operating system is best. It’s also impressive considering all the different devices that Android has to offer. It should be noted that crashes can occur for any number of reasons. Sometimes rather than it being the fault of the operating system, an app can crash from poor coding or issues with the device itself.
Source: ZDNet
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Motorola is now pushing Android 5.0 Lollipop to Moto Maxx and Moto E
Motorola’s commitment to speedy updates continues to shine as they are now pushing Android 5.0 Lollipop to the Moto Maxx and Moto E.
The Moto Maxx in Brazil and Mexico has already started soak testing, while the Moto E in Brazil and India is getting the same treatment. The soak tests represent a small test groups, and assuming the results are positive, they will expand it to more handsets. Devices bought at the retail level will be the first to get the update.
Let us know if you receive the update.
source: Motorola
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Galaxy Note 4 in Russia now receiving Lollipop update
As promised, Samsung has finally started pushing out the long-awaited and much-anticipated Lollipop update to all unlocked models of its flagship phablet, the Note 4, in Russia. This upgrade transports the latest version of the Android operating system, together with a multitude of new features, bug fixes and stability improvements.
The full changelog can be seen below:
- Android 5.0 Lollipop update
- Lock screen and Notification: New Lollipop UI style with enhanced privacy features
- Recent apps: Support multiple pages
- Addition of search function within settings
To start the upgrade, make sure you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. Then, from the home screen, press the Menu key, followed by Settings. Scroll to the bottom and tap ‘About Device’, followed by ‘Software Update and ‘Update Now’.
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