Samsung Galaxy Note, Samsung Galaxy S4 and S5 Android 5.0, Android 5.0.1 Lollipop and Android 5.1 Update

Samsung has been completing the update of its devices to the the Android 5.0 Lollipop series. Units in line to receive the update - in some parts of the globe - include the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy S5 and the Galaxy S4. Despite the completion of the upgrade, many are also asking whether the company plans to release the Android 5.1 firmware to its devices. According to the recent information so far, it appears Samsung has no plans to upgrade its product line.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update for Galaxy S5 has now reached India. According to Android Geeks, the Over-the-Air release is now available specifically for the Galaxy S5 G900H Exynos variant. As with other Android updates, some users may receive early access while others delayed. It is also advisable to free up around 874.21MB space as it is a considerable upgrade. The same goes for Galaxy S4 users in other regions. There are two ways to update devices: via WiFi connection and download or via Samsung KIES.

For the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 user, XDA offers a custom ROM update. Those who do not want to wait for the OTA can download it from the developr site. Details include:

· Version: Android 5.0.1

· Changelist: 4456564

· Build date: Fri, 13 Mar 2015 06:50:03 +0000

Users must make sure to flash their devices properly before updating to any custom ROM. USB Debugging should also be enabled with all important personal data and settings backed up:

Disclaimer: Providers of the update cannot be held responsible for what happens to the device following installation. Users can update at their own risk.

For details regarding the Android 5.1, SamMobile claims that Samsung has not started working on the Android 5.1 update yet. Users waiting for details on the firmware may have to see how the tech giant plays out the newest Google software.

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