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Phone · Samsung Galaxy A8 (2015)
Stock firmware and official updates for the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2015) (SM-A800IZ), by region.
Samsung's official release notes, newest first.
ㆍOS upgrade - Android 6.0 Marshmallow ㆍThe new TouchWiz provides enhanced usability and an updated visual design. ㆍQuick connect helps you easily find and connect to nearby devices by showing currently connected devices and previous connections. ㆍFingerprints are securely protected. An alternative unlock method (pattern, PIN, or password) is required to add fingerprints. ㆍAdvanced power saving mode restricts background data and extends battery life. ㆍA new vibration pattern concept has been applied. ㆍSettings for the following have been reset: Theme, Email, Icon/Widget ㆍSamsung Galaxy Life application will be removed. ㆍGoogle Settings are not supported again, which will be removed. ※ Android 6.0 Marshmallow does not support the Decrypt device function. If your mobile device is encrypted, encryption cannot be disabled after upgrading. If you want encryption to be disabled after upgrading, it must be disabled before you upgrade your device. To disable encryption go to Settings - Lock screen and security - Other security settings, then select Decrypt device. ※ Some apps that were installed via the Lollipop OS may need to be updated after upgrading to the Marshmallow OS. Go to Galaxy Apps or Play Store to update apps. ※ If present, the Email shortcut on your home screen will be removed during the upgrade. It can be added to the home screen again after upgrading. ※ The functionality of some features may differ after the upgrade. Some apps may not function normally. ※ Errors during the upgrade may cause data loss. Back up any important data before upgrading.
Released for 2 CSCs: *, BRI
Source: SamsungTaken from the SM-A800F; this model can differ (chipset, network bands).
ㆍDevice stability improvements, bug fixes. ㆍNew and / or enhanced features. ㆍFurther improvements to performance.
Released for 2 CSCs: *, BRI
- upgrade the Smart Manager - apply the Andriod regular security patch - Performance improvement by efficient system management
Released for 2 CSCs: *, BRI
Source: Samsung