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Android Marshmallow 6.0.1 Is Officially Out
Marshmallow
What To Expect
Google has officially rolled out the factory images and OTA of the Android 6.0.1 update as it was first rumored to have hit the android one devices at first. But, now a majority of Nexus devices are reportedly getting the OTA updates. Now some users have already flashed their devices for the ones that can not wait any longer. Below I leave a link to the zip files of the update so you can go right ahead and flash your device. The devices that are getting 6.0.1 are Nexus 5, Nexus 6, 6P, 5X, 9 and nexus 7. Now here are what you will find in Android 6.0.1
New Emoji
There are over 200 new emoji added. Some even have been redesigned.
Monthly security update
Also, alongside some added new features and functions, you will be getting December security patch update. Google has been keeping its promise to keep the devices fully updated. So along with the OS update comes this month security patch.
Double Tap Power button for camera on Nexus 5 and 6.
For those of you who own a Nexus 5 2013 and a Nexus 2014 device, you will now be able to open the camera app much quicker with just double tapping the power button. This has already been seen in the Nexus 5x and 6p when they were launched and released.
Do Not Disturb Mode Alarm set
This was an old feature that was pulled. but now it has come back to its rightful place. You will only see this appear once you have set up an alarm on your device.
Which Android OS Are You Using?
Band 12 for T-Mobile
Band 12 for T-Mobile was missing when the Nexus 6P was released. But now it is in the update. If you want to know how to find this out, you simply download the app Signal Check Lite and it will give you all of the information that is needed.
Well, this all for now that I know of what's to come with Android 6.0.1. If there are more features or functions I come across, they will be added and updated to this list. So, are you on Android 6.0.1 yet? Do you have Android 6.0 Marshmallow? If you want to learn and know more about this latest Android OS, please head over to the official Android website.