Samsung’s Galaxy S6 Edge Marshmallow update brings with it new Edge-specific features
Samsung announced today Android Marshmallow updates for the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and also revealed that more Galaxy-branded devices will be getting it soon after.
As per the norm, Marshmallow brings a lot of cool new features, such as Doze for better battery saving, Google Now On Tap, App Permissions, and much more. However, with this update also comes a lot of improvements to the Galaxy S6 Edge’s Edge screen. The Edge screen has been pretty limited as to what it can do, but it’s getting a pretty big overhaul.
Here’s the official word from Samsung:
“Samsung has taken the unique user interface of the beautifully curved edge screen to the next level, making it faster and more convenient than ever to perform daily tasks and get the information you need, all with a simple swipe and tap.”
As part of this update, Samsung is giving users the option to widen the Edge panel to a whopping 550 pixels, allowing better and more rich content to be displayed (seen above).
In addition to this, Samsung has made some improvements to its quick access and edge panels, allowing users to be able to fully customize up to nine panels, most notably People Edge and Apps Edge. In the case of Apps Edge, users can now add up to ten apps instead of five. They’ll even be able to organize them in folders, allowing the user to maximize the amount of space they get in Apps Edge.
This update also brings a new Tasks edge panel. This panel will provide a shortcut to the features of your most commonly used applications. For instance, it will allow you to quickly compose a text or set an alarm. There’s also a new Quick Tools option (seen above) that has a bunch of handy utilities built-in, such as a ruler, flashlight, and more.
While all of these features are very nice additions, what users will particularly enjoy is the ability to customize where the “fixed tab” is to open the Edge panel. It’s placement can now be adjusted, as well as the size and transparency. This can be found in the Settings menu.
For those interested, you can find out all of the specific details at the source link below.
Samsung mentioned that these features would be coming initially to the Galaxy S6 Edge. There was no mention of the GS6 Edge+, though it’s likely that a similar update isn’t too far out.
If you haven’t gotten the update, be sure to head into Settings > About Phone to check for it manually.
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AT&T will give you up to a $650 credit to switch to its network
AT&T announced today a new promotion for helping new customers switch over to AT&T and also announced a new Buy One Get One deal.
The offer is similar to that of other carriers: AT&T will give you up to $650 in credit to switch over to its network, though like everyone else, it requires you to foot a hefty amount of money upfront first.
To take advantage of AT&T’s offer, all you have to do is purchase a qualifying smartphone on an AT&T Next plan and port your number over from Verizon, Sprint, or T-Mobile. Next, you’ll trade-in your old smartphone in-store or online and get a store credit or AT&T Promotion Card in the amount of your smartphone’s trade-in value. Next, you submit the final statement (bill) from your current carrier online, and then AT&T will send you a Visa card in the amount of the Early Termination Fee or the balance of your device on your final bill, minus the trade-in value of your smartphone.
AT&T is offering the same offer to its Direct TV customers, only they’ll get to sign-up for AT&T’s new Unlimited data package.
The carrier is also offering a Buy One Get One promotion to both new and existing customers, an obvious move of trying to get people to sign-up on its Next program. It’s similar to the Samsung BOGO promotion the carrier is currently offering, but offers a lot more variety in choosing a device.
To take advantage of the BOGO, both smartphones must be purchased on AT&T Next, and the second smartphone must be a new line and purchased specifically on AT&T Next 24 (the 24-month lease). Both smartphones must also be added to a qualifying data plan. Then, after three bill cycles (or less) AT&T will start to sprinkle that $650 credit throughout the 24-month lease of that new line.
These are definitely some nice promotions for those that are already looking at switching over to AT&T’s network. but it’s largely a move to get people signed up on its device leasing program, AT&T Next. While AT&T is offering that $650 credit, there are a bunch of other hidden fees thrown in the mix that aren’t seen on the surface.
Anyone plan on taking advantage of either of these promotions anytime soon?
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Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge shows up online dressed in black
Samsung’s new set of Galaxy S7 devices have been heavily rumored for a long time now. The latest of these leaks is a black variant of the rumored Galaxy S7 Edge, and we’re seeing photos of it, thanks to the Chinese micro-blogging website Weibo.
Samsung recently announced that it would be holding an Unpacked event on February 21 in Barcelona where it will announce its next flagship. We’re expecting hear official confirmation on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge, but in the meantime, we’re seeing some sweet looking photos of the latter device ahead of time.
The Korean tech-giant last year didn’t offer the Galaxy S6 or GS6 Edge in black, instead offering a dark blue color. However, if these photos turn out to be legit, we could see both the Galaxy S7 and GS7 Edge offered in true black, though the color will be probably more aptly named.
The quality of the photos isn’t great. With that in mind, it’s quite difficult to tell, but it definitely looks like a Galaxy S7 Edge dressed in black. There isn’t much else to say. After all, we’ve learned almost everything there is to know about Samsung’s new flagship, thanks to the bevy of rumors being posted online.
Pre-orders for both the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge are rumored to go live on the day of the announcement, Febraury 21.
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