In our Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S7 comparison, we take a look at how the Galaxy S7 stacks up against its popular predecessor. Is it still a viable upgrade today?
Samsung has discontinued further security patches for the Galaxy S6, introduced in 2015. New security gaps are no longer closed; the devices are no longer ideal for online banking or other critical apps. The iPhone 6s, on the other hand, is still receiving updates.
Samsung are currently developing an Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy A5, Galaxy A3, and also the Galaxy Tab S3. It's not confirmed when exactly it will be released to the public, but if the update is rolled out in the coming days, it may take several weeks to reach every device.
Android 7 Nougat is on a quarter of all Android devices and is still growing as manufacturers roll it out to older devices. Find out if and when your device is getting the Android Nougat update here in this article, and what the alternative is if your favorite phone won't be getting any more updates.
Update: June security patch arriving for the S6 now
The Samsung Galaxy S6 has received a steady stream of Android updates since its release in 2015. Find out here when the Galaxy S6 is set to receive the Android 7 update.
The Galaxy S6 is one of Samsung's most popular devices, but there are a few hidden features to make it even better. Here's how you can activate developer settings.
Are you thinking of replacing your Samsung Galaxy S6 with a new smartphone? Think twice before you make the leap, this top-spec phone might be worth holding onto.
Uses in many forums have been complaining of a limitation on VR devices: the maximum usage time. Is it possible to use a Gear VR for more than 15 minutes? We investigate.
Update: new battery, speed tips; problem and solutions
If you've picked up a Galaxy S6 - or just want to know what it's capable of - take a look at our list of Galaxy S6 tips and tricks for getting the most of your Android.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has seen praise heaped on it from all sides, but I was very skeptical - until I got hold of one. Here's my second opinion on the new Edge.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 will be unveiled on Sunday, and it won't be anything worth writing home about. It's the very reason that people see smartphones as boring.
Times are changing and I'm beginning to suspect that the 2016 Nexus phones might just have a microSD card slot - breaking years of tradition. Here's why it makes sense.
In a blind test, we asked you to vote on the best Android camera results from several current phones. The results are in: this is the Android phone with the best camera.
If you're interested in custom ROMs for the Galaxy S6, we're here to help. Here are our picks for the best Galaxy S6 custom ROMs on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop.
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