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Android Marshmallow update for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 begins international rollout

Months after early pre-release versions of the software allegedly appeared on some Galaxy Note 4 units, the official Android Marshmallow rollout has started.

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Android Marshmallow for Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, Note 5 rolling out from next month according to sketchy leaked schedule

Samsung is historically a little behind its Android-making competitors when it comes to rolling out major software updates for its smartphones. So it’s no surprise to see that Marshmallow hasn’t yet officially landed on any Galaxy series devices. If a leaked roadmap is anything to go by, that could be about to change…

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Android 6.0 Marshmallow shown running on Galaxy Note 4 [Video]

Yesterday we published an article pointing towards what looked like a sketchy collection of screenshots supposedly showing Android 6.0 running on the Galaxy Note 4. Samsung hasn’t yet pushed the update officially, and given the fact that the images were just screenshots, it was very difficult to confirm their authenticity.

Today, the same person who originally took those screenshots is back with a hands-on video showing the software up and running on last year’s flagship phablet. From the video alone, and its distinct lack of production values, it certainly seems like the real deal. Although, as the video-maker suggests, we think that this is an early pre-release version of software which was accidentally pushed to the user’s device.

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Apart from the obvious fact that no one else seems to have the update (as far as we know), there are a couple of indications that this isn’t the final, polished version of Marshmallow which will eventually make its way to all Note 4’s. Perhaps the biggest indicator is that performance is severely hampered. At many times during the video, the phone is stuck showing a blank screen for a few seconds, and there are noticeable instances where animations aren’t at all smooth.

As we noted yesterday, the new software — when released officially — will have a couple of new user interface tweaks. Most notably, the Note 4’s S-Pen feature list will be upgraded to include a number of the Note 5‘s tricks. Those include the new Air Command menu, and the ability to scribble notes on the phone’s screen when it’s locked and in standby. On a more minor note, the settings ‘About Phone’ menu will include information indicating how up to date the phone’s security is.

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Sketchy post suggests Android 6.0 Marshmallow update for Galaxy Note 4 is rolling out, with Note 5 S-Pen features in tow

File this under ‘sketchy’: One of NapiDroid’s editors has apparently managed to get his hands on an early release of Android 6.0 Marshmallow for the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. The Hungarian blog posted a number of screenshots showing some of the anticipated changes. Among them, the one which really stands out is the revamped selection of S-Pen tools.

What’s unclear is how widespread this software release is or if it’s genuine. A major update happening to land on an Android blogger’s phone is a little too coincidental, and there’s no knowing if other Note 4 users in the same country have seen it too. Perhaps it’s blind luck, or perhaps it’s been fabricated. There are no images of the actual device running the software, and the ‘about phone’ screenshot could quite easily have been altered to show the Galaxy Note 4’s details.

As shown in the screenshots below, you’ll notice the new multi-colored Air Command menu redesign, which comes in from the side of the screen, rather than floating on top. What’s more, it looks like the Note 4 will also be receiving the Note 5’s ability to scribble notes on the lock screen, even when it’s in standby.

As well as that, we see one of Android Marshmallow’s settings menu features, which shows when your device last received a monthly security update. In this case, the Note 4 received the December security patch. The screenshots also suggest we’ll see a slight TouchWiz redesign, although the drop-down notifications/settings drawer is largely the same.

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9to5Toys Lunch Break: LG Optimus Exceed 2 $15, Canon T5 w/ lens kit (refurb) $252, HTC One M9 (unlocked) $380, more

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Verizon Wireless Prepaid LG Optimus Exceed 2: $15 (Reg. $70)

Canon’s refurbished T5 DSLR w/ 18-55mm lens kit is on sale for $252 shipped (Orig. $549)

Refurb HTC One M9 32GB flash 4G LTE (unlocked): $380 shipped (Reg. $500+) | eBay

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 32GB (unlocked): $370 shipped (Reg. $700) | eBay

Acer 15-inch Chromebook 1.5GHz/4GB/32GB SSD: $270 shipped (Reg. $350)

Samsung Galaxy S6 smartphone 32GB (unlocked): $480 shipped (Reg. $800) | eBay

More new gear from today:

Sony Headphones: Bluetooth over-ears $95 (Orig. $150), Extra Bass w/ mic (refurb) $25 (Orig. $118), more

• Games/Apps: Pokemon X/Y $30, $100 PlayStation credit for $90, Motocross Elite goes free, more
• Daily Deals: TurtleCell iPhone 5/5s headphone case $25, Mpow Bluetooth 4.0 Receiver $20, more
• Harman Kardon HKTS9 5.1-channel Surround Sound System w/ Subwoofer: $190 shipped (Orig. $600)
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More deals still alive:

Two Philips Hue connected light bulbs (multiple styles) for $100 shipped (~$120 value)

• $200 Staples Gift Card for $170 w/ email delivery (15% savings)
• Readdle app sale 50% or more off: Scanner Pro 6, Printer Pro, Calendars 5, PDF Expert 5, more
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• Belkin QODE Keyboard Cases for iPad Air from $80 shipped (Orig. $130)
• Lumsing dual-port USB wall charger plus Elinke 3-ft MFi lightning cable $11 (Reg. $20+)
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• PreSonus Ceres 3.5-inch Powered Speakers w/ Bluetooth streaming $100 shipped (Reg. $230)
• Power banks w/ Prime shipping: KMASHI 15000mAh Dual USB $14 (Orig. $20), more
• SoundPEATS Bluetooth 4.1 in-ears $20 (Reg. $26), Sennheiser HD280 + HD439 $10, more
• OtterBox Defender Series Case for iPhone 5/5s in many colors $10 shipped (Orig. $22)
• Pre-pay for 3 months of Sling TV and receive a $50 Best Buy credit towards streaming devices
• Logitech $20 off $49: MX Master Wireless Mouse $80 shipped (Reg. $100), gaming accessories, more
• TP-LINK V2 N300 Powerline Adapter/Wireless Range Extender $25 Prime shipped (Orig. $60)
• Gears of War: Ultimate Edition owners will get the entire GOW collection for free on Xbox One
• GoPro Hero3+ Silver Edition camera refurb $180 shipped (Orig. $300)
• ALEX Learning and Building Toys 40% Off: science kits from $13, connector sets from $22, more
• Two D-Link DCS-934L Wireless IR Surveillance Cameras: $75 shipped (Reg. $100)
• Aukey USB roundup w/ free Prime shipping: wall charger $9, dual-port car charger $10, more
• Free PS Plus Games for August: Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, Limbo, more
• Free Xbox Live Gold Games for August: Metal Gear Solid V Ground Zeroes, more
• Stream Pixar’s animated short Lava in its entirety for free
• Drive Genius 4 app for maintaining & repairing your Mac: $50 (Orig. $99)
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New products & more:

Bang & Olufsen brings it all together with new whole home audio capabilities for existing products

Review: Sony’s RX100 IV is the best compact photo/video camera that money can buy (Video)

DJI reveals a new Phantom 3 for beginner pilots loaded with specs

• The Lexus Hoverboard is here: watch as it flies around a skatepark and over water
• Metal Gear Solid V The Phantom Pain gets brand new trailer & gameplay footage w/ commentary
• EA Gamescom 15: deep Need for Speed campaign mode, new Battlefront gameplay, more
• Microsoft announces new Halo 5 Limited EditionXbox One Console, DVR functionality, games and more
• Epson’s new EcoTank printers have enough ink for “two years” right out of the box
• The new off-road nipi cooler uses renewable power to keep your devices charged and your beer cold
• ECOXGEAR’s new rugged Bluetooth speakers and power banks are waterproof and solar powered
• Team 17 announces a pair of new Worms games coming to iOS, Xbox One and PC
• Amazon’s Dash Replenishment Service is here and Prime members can order today
• Olio announces new Gold and Rose Gold options for its luxury smartwatch
• Star Wars announces new Team Deathmatch mode for Battlefront, pre-order discounts
• Livid’s new wireless iOS/Mac MIDI instrument clocks in at the same size as iPhone 6 Plus

 

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Android 5.0 Lollipop w/ VoLTE support now rolling out to Galaxy Note 4 on Verizon

Verizon has announced this evening that it is now rolling out Android 5.0 Lollipop to its Galaxy Note 4 variant. The update carries the build number VRU1BOAF and comes in two parts for Note 4 users. AT&T and Sprint have already updated their Note 4 variants to Android 5.0 Lollipop. The update initially started rolling out in Poland first, back in February.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Galaxy Note 4 (unlocked) $480, LG G2 (unlocked) $210, Staples gift card 15% off, more

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 4G LTE GSM N910A (Latest Model) 32GB unlocked for GSM networks: $479.99 shipped (Reg. $700)

LG G2 w/ 32GB flash storage, factory unlocked for GSM carriers: $210 shipped (Reg. $300)

$100 Staples gift card for $85 w/ email delivery (15% off)

LG G3 w/ free $100 Amazon gift card for $0.01 w/ 2-yr contract or $479 w/o

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Media: The Shield & Futurama complete collections from $25, iTunes Kids/Family movies $10 each, more

Amazon Gold Box – Logitech gaming up to 50% off: F310 Gamepad $13, G230 Headset $30, G700s Mouse $50, more

More new gear from today:

Groupon 10% off: Logitech iPad Air keyboard cover (refurb) $27, iPhone battery case $18, PS4 bundle $360, more

• New! ZAGGFolio iPad Air 2 Keyboard Case in Sage $45 shipped (Reg. $100)
• New! Four-pack WD 4TB 3.5″ Red NAS internal hard drives $600 shipped (Reg. $700)
• New! Daily Deals: Logitech UE BOOM $139, LG 4.1-Ch. Speaker $150, more
• New! Games/Apps: Xbox One Halo MCC bundle $350, iOS freebies, more
• New! Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive $125 shipped (orig. $249)

More deals still alive:

Roku’s flagship streaming media player is on sale for $77 shipped (Reg. $100)

• Apple products/accessories 10-15% off: iPad Air 2 from $449, iTunes cards 15% off, more
• Add Bluetooth phone calls and music streaming to your car for $35 shipped (orig. $60)
• Samsung 850 2.5″ SSD: EVO 500GB $180 (Reg. $270), Pro 256GB $150 (Reg. $180)
• iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Car Mount for iPhone 6/Plus $18 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)
• iTunes Free App of the Week – Temple Run: Oz ($1.99 value)
• Home Audio: Logitech speakers w/ sub $25, Bose Acoustimass 6 system $399
• Sennheiser HD 600 open-back pro headphones $245 shipped (Reg. $400)
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• Toys R Us 35% off LEGO Star Wars: X-Wing Starfighter $59, AT-AT $91, more
• Wii U console bundle refurbished by Nintendo w/ warranty $230 (Reg. $300 new)
• Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear Headphones $150 (Reg. $200)
• iPhone 6 ultimate party case includes a bottle opener and flameless lighter for $10
• Download a free copy of the Transformers movie
• PreSonus Speakers + Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones from $229

New products & more:

WaterField Designs offers an early look at Apple Watch accessories for home and travel

• Here’s Logitech’s next gen Daedalus Apex gaming mouse with customizable RGB lighting
• Rock Band 4 slated for a 2015 return w/ song collections transferring + all new hardware
  
• The second gen Divoom Bluetune Bean speaker comes equipped with a remote selfie button
• Kitchen Tech: Using Nitrous Oxide to make fresh whipped cream, airy waffles, more
• SanDisk’s new microSD card will stuff an extra 200GB in your MacBook, GoPro, more
• Aether’s Cone wireless speaker gains a couple new tricks, still looks beautiful
• Treat yourself to sharper, better kitchen knives from Henckels and Wusthof for $20+
• Sony’s new BSP60 voice-controlled smart Bluetooth speaker is a virtual assistant on wheels
• Panasonic’s new Bluetooth smart air conditioner does more than just keep you cool
• Best Buy cuts Gamers Club Unlocked to $30, 20% off new games and amiibo

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Android 5.0 Lollipop rolling out to Sprint’s Galaxy Note 4

Sprint this morning has announced that it is rolling out Android 5.0 Lollipop to its Galaxy Note 4 variant. The update carries the build number N910PVPU1BOB7 and includes all of the Lollipop enhancements we’ve come to expect, as well as various bug fixes.

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Samsung introduces exclusive Christmas edition Galaxy Note 4 in velvet red

Samsung is getting into the holiday spirit with an exclusive new Christmas edition of the Galaxy Note 4 that ships in velvet red. The smartphone arrives just in time for the festive holiday season, although the one major caveat is that the device is launching in South Korea only.
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• Chromecast
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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 now supports Chromecast mirroring

We like Samsung’s Galaxy Note 4 very much indeed, but it has had one flaw: it didn’t support screen mirroring to Chromecast. Android Police noticed that this has now been fixed.

Since TouchWiz doesn’t support the transient tile to initiate a screen cast, you’ll have to fire it up manually through the Chromecast app. To get things started, just pull out the navigation drawer, tap on Cast screen, and hit the Cast Screen button. If the button is missing and there’s a warning about there being no compatible devices, you can probably get everything on the right track by restarting your phone.

Sony’s Xperia Z3v, Z2 and Z2 Tablet were also added to the list of supported devices a couple of weeks ago.

Google recently revealed that Chromecast users have used the device a total of 650 million times, with over 10,000 apps in the pipeline. Showtime Anytime and Starz Play were the most recent additions to the platform, just a few days ago.