The deployment of Android Nougat to Samsung's Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge devices started more than a week ago. However, many owners of the smartphones are yet to receive their mobile operating system update. This caused confusion as many users are still unable to upgrade to Google's latest OS.
Those who have already switched to the new OS are the ones who purchased their handsets directly from Samsung or opted for pre-loaded SIM. Handset owners who got their devices from a mobile operator need to wait a little longer.
Mobile operators or carriers conduct testing first before releasing the new OS. This is a standard protocol for them before unleashing new update to their customers. It is important for operators to perform some tests to filter out any bugs that might harm their customers' devices.
The release of the Android 7.0 Nougat update for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge invalidates previous speculations that the flagship phones will jump straight to getting the 7.1.1 Nougat. Android Nougat's features include bundled notifications, direct replies, new emojis, quick settings, multi-window, and always-on display features.
The handsets are both receiving the NDRD90M.G935FXXU1DPLT software, which will update the mobile OS from 6.0.1 Marshmallow to 7.0 Nougat. Samsung previously hinted at going straight to the most recent software, which may find itself in other models.
According to SamMobile, more Samsung Galaxy smartphones will receive the latest Android OS later this month. Some of the handsets identified are Galaxy A3 (2016 & 2017), Galaxy A5 (2016 & 2017), Galaxy A7 (2016 & 2017), and Galaxy A8. Also confirmed are Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Active, Galaxy S6 Edge and Galaxy S6 Edge+.
There are no details yet on when paid subscribers will receive an update. Users can check if their phone is ready for upgrade by heading to Settings >About device> download updates manually.
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