Galaxy S6 guides

What is picture review for Galaxy S6 camera?

Because Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge do not have a physical shutter button for the camera, it is hard to determine whether the photo is taken after tapping the on-screen shutter button if the shutter sound is silenced (please read this guide on how to silence Galaxy S6 camera shutter sound).

Sometimes, you may want to make sure the photos taken have decent quality.

In both scenarios, you can review the picture automatically after it is taken.

This feature is called picture review for Galaxy S6 camera. This feature works identically on both Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

Of course, it you turn on picture review for Galaxy S6 camera, you have to review the picture after it is taken.

So, some Galaxy S6 owners may want to turn off picture review for Galaxy S6 camera so that they can take more photos for critical moments.

Actually, you can turn on (and off) picture review feature in the camera app or in Settings without launching galaxy S6 camera app.

How to turn on/off picture review for Galaxy S6 camera without launching camera app?

You can turn on or off  picture review for Galaxy S6 camera without launching camera app.

In Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, settings for some stock Samsung apps can be accessed directly in Settings page. Camera app is in the list.

You can access Galaxy S6 settings in one of the following methods.

• In Galaxy S6 App screen, tap Settings.
• In Galaxy S6 quick settings panel (swipe down from status bar, or top of the screen if status bar is hidden), tap gear icon.

Once in Settings page, tap Applications to enter Applications page as shown below.

Tap Camera (under Application settings) as shown below.

In Camera settings page, tap the switch to turn on/off Review pictures as shown below.

How to turn on/off picture review for Galaxy S6 camera in camera app?

You can also turn on/off picture review for Galaxy S6 camera in camera app.

Step 1: Start Galaxy S6 camera app.

You can start Galaxy S6 camera with one of the following 4 methods:

• Tapping the Camera app icon in the favorite tray in Galaxy S6 home screen.
• Tapping the Camera app icon in Galaxy S6 Apps screen (aka App drawer, All Apps).
• Pressing home buttons twice to use Galaxy S6 camera quick launch (even when Galaxy S6 is locked.

… Read the rest

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If you just updated your mobile phone to Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge, you may notice there is no night mode for Galaxy S6 camera as illustrated in Galaxy S6 camera modes guide.

If you try to follow this guide to install night mode, you will also notice there is no night mode for you to install.

Does it mean Galaxy S6 or S6 edge cannot take good photos in night or low-light conditions?  Or did Samsung forget to add night mode in Galaxy S6?

Of course, not.

Galaxy S6 and S6 edge can take better photos than most other smartphones you can get in 2015 including iPhone 6 Plus, in both normal and low-light conditions.

So, where is Galaxy S6 camera night mode?

The short answer is Galaxy S6 camera night mode is automatic.

In other words, when you choose Auto mode in Galaxy S6 camera, night mode will kick in automatically when certain conditions are met.

Therefore, it is not necessary to manually enable/disable Galaxy S6 camera night mode.

It sounds great.

But, how do I know my S6 is in Galaxy S6 camera night mode?

If low-light condition is detected, you will noticed the night mode icon as shown below.

Once you see the Galaxy S6 camera night mode icon appears, it means Galaxy S6 will automatically apply some special settings which you find in most smartphone’s night mode, e.g., using longer exposure time than the camera normally does when there is plenty of available light.

When taking photos in Galaxy S6 camera night mode, the exposure time will be longer. This means you need hold Galaxy S6 or S6 edge as sturdy as possible. Otherwise, you will get blurred photos in Galaxy S6 camera night mode.

Why did Samsung “hide” the Galaxy S6 camera night mode?

Samsung camera app was often criticized for cluttered interface.  A lot of new smartphone users find it is confusing because there are so many options.

Even seasoned users may have problems to get the optimum settings to take nice photos.

So, apparently, Samsung is trying to simplify the camera app so that most users can take incredible photos without fiddling around the options or settings.

People just need a smartphone camera that just works.

The new camera app in Galaxy S6 does achieve this. Most Galaxy S6 users now can just fire the camera (you can even launch the camera app faster than any other smartphone users)  and take very nice photos.  … Read the rest

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Samsung started to roll out Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update in US and a few European countries.

Although Android Lollipop 5.1 is not a major update to Lollipop 5.0, in addition to some under-the-hood improvements,  we find some nice new features you should try.

Here are the  top 6 new features you should try in Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update.

#1. A-Z App sorting in Apps screen in Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update

As mentioned in the top 6 defects of Galaxy S6, the new TouchWiz simply removed many useful features. Many Galaxy S6 and S6 edge owners are not happy with this.

Once of the removed feature is app sorting in Galaxy S6 Apps screen (app drawer). If you read the comments of that page, you can find many S6 owners, especially long-term Galaxy phone users,  are frustrated with this missing feature.

In the Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update, Samsung finally brought back this old feature. So, now you can sort apps in alphabet order.

Of course, you can also organize apps in Apps screen by creating app folders as detailed in this guide.

#2. S Finder and Quick connect are configurable in Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update

S Finder and Quick connect are quite useful if you get used to them. This is probably why Samsung put them in the premium location (notification panel)  in Galaxy S6  (actually in previous Galaxy devices as well, for example, in Galaxy Note 4, and Galaxy S5) and made them irremovable.

But not all Galaxy S6 owners like them. They want to remove S Finder and Quick Connect from notification panel.

Of course, they cannot. And they complained.

Samsung listened. In Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update,  you can enable/disable these two controversial features in Quick Settings.

#3. Auto stop background apps in Galaxy S6 Android Lollipop 5.1 update

Galaxy S6 battery life is usually in par with Galaxy S5, although galaxy S6 and S6 edge has fore more pixels in display and faster CPUs.

But battery drain is always a problem for all Android devices.  Galaxy S6 fast charging may alleviate the problem a bit.

Most of the battery drain actually is caused by third-party apps running in background.

In Galaxy S6, abnormal battery usage can be reported in  Settings—Battery.

Now, Samsung moved a step further.  … Read the rest

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Update 2: If you get new Samsung phone status icons or notification icons after applying Android Nougat for Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge +, please check New Galaxy S7 status icons in Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge Nougat update page.

Update: Galaxy S7 (including Galaxy S7 edge) use almost identical notification icons and status icons as Galaxy S6. This guide also applies to Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.

What are status icons and notification icons in Samsung phones?

Similar to other Android phones, on the top of Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 edge, you can find the transparent status bar (which is on the top of Samsung Galaxy S6 home screen) with some icons.

In the right side of the status bar, you can find status icons which indicate the status of the mobile network signal, WiFi connection, time, battery levels and many other system-level status.

In the left side of the status bar, you can find notification icons. These notification icons in Samsung phones usually associated with corresponding apps.  Normally, you may also get a notification message associated with the notification icon.

If you want to know the meaning of these status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 (and S6 edge) and other Samsung phones, this page is for you. Samsung phone icons (status, notification) are more or less universal.

As you may know, in different regions, the design of status icons may be different. Some carrier may add a few special icons for their special network features or services.

In addition, third-party apps normally use their own notifications icons.

So, if you find a status icon or notification icon that is not covered in this guide, don’t be panic. You may take a screenshot and share with the community in the comment box below so that the community can help you find the meaning of such a status icon or notification icon.

Sometimes,  status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 and other Samsung phones are just referred to as “indicator icons“.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge shares almost identical status icons and system notification icons as Galaxy S6, so this guide applies to both phones.  In the text, we will just use the Samsung Galaxy S6.

Meaning of status icons and notification icons in Galaxy S6 and other Samsung phones

Part 1:  Mobile network-related status icons and notification icons

Although it is not absolutely required, most Galaxy S6 phones are using SIM card issued by your carrier (see this page for SIM card guide for Galaxy S6).  … Read the rest

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Android Marshmallow (Android 6.0) is the latest version of Android OS.  There are some cool new features and under the hood improvements in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6.

Samsung started to roll out Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 in early February from Korea.  Most regions will get the Marshmallow update before Galaxy S7 is released in the second week of March.

Some Galaxy S6 owners have some questions or concerns on getting Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6. This post will try to address these questions and concerns.

Although “Galaxy S6” is used in the text, this post also applies to Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 edge and S6 edge+.

For details of new features in Android Marshmallow and user guides for Android Marshmallow, you may check this page.

For step-by-step guides on new features in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, you can find them in this Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update guide

When will I get Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 ?

The No.1 question Galaxy S6 owners may have is when they will get the Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 (including Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+).

The answer is that it depends.

Galaxy S6 was shipped with slightly different firmware in different regions due to local legal requirements and carriers’ requests.

The new firmware of Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 need approval from carriers. The duration of the carrier testing varies significantly from one carrier to another carrier.

This is one of the major reasons why Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 is available in some regions and some carriers earlier than the others.

Once the update is approved, Samsung will put it on their servers. You will then get a notification that the update is ready for you to download unless you turn off the auto-check in Settings — About device —Software update —Auto update as shown below

It is recommended not to turn off the auto update. Android update usually includes some security updates as well.  Samsung releases security patch regularly.

Of course, you can manually check the availability of the Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 by tapping Update now as shown above.

If the Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 is not ready for your device, you will get the following message:

The latest updates have been installed.

Anyway, it is not necessary to check the update everyday.… Read the rest

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As mentioned in top 10 new features in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and S6 edge+, Samsung made significant changes on using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6.

Many Galaxy S6 and S6 edge owners are very confused on these changes. And some changes are really absurd.

This guide will try to explain to you all changes on using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6 in Android Marshmallow update.

Fingerprint is not a standalone lock screen security measure

After applying Android Marshmallow update, fingerprint is no longer a standalone method to unlock Galaxy S6. In other words, fingerprint requires you to set up another lock screen security.

You need set lock screen security type to PIN/pattern/password if you want to use fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge or Galaxy S6 edge+.

Before the Marshmallow update, using fingerprint is mutually exclusive with all other security types: none/swipe/pattern/PIN/password.

So,  this is a major change on using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6. And it is a major change on lock screen security hierarchy.

Just after you finished the Marshmallow update, if you were using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6 before the update, you will be prompted to update security policy for fingerprints as shown below.

It details the changes on using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6 in Android Marshmallow update.

You can tap Next as shown below to finish the setup.

As mentioned, if you want to continue to use fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6, you need setup the main lock screen security type as patter, or PIN, or password as shown below.

No backup password for Fingerprints

Before applying Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+, you must setup a backup password for your fingerprint.

When you fingerprint is not recognized for whatever reasons, you can use the backup password. Whenever fingerprint can be used, you can use the backup password.

This is convenient if you can remember the backup password. Of course, there are sizable Galaxy S6 owners forget the backup password because it is seldom used. But when you need the backup password, a big problem comes: you are locked out of your phone! You may check this guide (and comments) on what you can do if your fingerprint is not accepted and you forget the backup password.

Now, in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+, fingerprint is backed up by pattern/PIN/password.… Read the rest

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Update 1: Added section How to solve “Unable to show notifications” problem for edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?

When Galaxy Note 4 was announced, a variant of Galaxy Note 4 edge was introduced with one edge screen on the right side. However, the reception of Galaxy Note 4 edge was mixed.

But this does not deter Samsung’s experimentation of edges on new smartphones. This is still a feature which standard Android cannot provide.

Galaxy S6 edge now comes with 2 edge screens on both sides. The edge screen on galaxy S6 is  now an integrated part of the main display. This is different from that in Galaxy Note 4 edge.  Some fancy features were also removed.

What is edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?

On each side of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find the screen is curved to warp the phone (see this page on Galaxy S6 edge layout). Samsung  assigned some special features for the curved part of the screen, and named it as edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge.

Although there are two edge screens on Galaxy S6 (right and left),  you can use only one of them at any time. The left edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge is mainly for left-handed users.

You can use the edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge to:

• display information without turning on the screen.
• distinguish up to five contacts by displaying assigned colors.
• communicate with favorite contacts quickly.
• be a clock at night up to 12 hours.

How to set edge location for edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?

As Samsung Galaxy S6 edge has two 2 edges screens on both sides,  you need set the right side or left side to be activated as edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge.

You can choose the edge location based on your preference and experiment it. Normally, right-handed owners may prefer right side, and left-handed owners prefer left side.

You can set or change edge location in Settings — Edge screen — Edge screen position, then select a side.

How to set notification items for edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?

You can select items for providing notifications on the edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge through the color lighting and the colored tabs.

You can set notification items for  edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge through Settings — Edge screen — Select notifications, and then select items.

How to setup and use Edge Lighting for edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?

… Read the rest

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As Samsung will announce Galaxy S6, one of the most anticipated flagship smartphones in 2015, soon, a new community on Samsung Galaxy S6 is created and online now (1/11/2015).

Galaxy S6 is one of the most important Android phones in 2015.

For Samsung, this device will determine the fate of Galaxy S devices. Samsung gained sufficient momentum from Galaxy S2 and S3, These two devices made Samsung the king of Android phones. Unfortunately, the feature overloaded Galaxy S4, and slightly simplified Galaxy S5 did not get the expected acceptance by consumers.  Galaxy S5, still the most popular Android phone, missed the sales forecast about 40%.

Will Galaxy S6 turn the wheel of  fortune for Samsung in 2015?

For Android, 2015 is a a year of Android Lollipop against iOS 8. Most reviewers believe that Android Lollipop marks an era: iOS is playing catch-up.

Will Google further enhance its leadership in mobile OS in 2015?

Consumers, you and me,  will give the verdict.

The community will bring you:

• Latest news and rumors of Samsung Galaxy S6
• Samsung Galaxy S6 reviews (e.g., Galaxy S6 vs iPhone 6, Galaxy S6 vs LG G3…)
• Samsung Galaxy S6 user guide (How-to guides, official S6 user manual….)
• Samsung Galaxy S6 tips and tricks
• Samsung Galaxy S6 accessories
• Anything about Samsung Galaxy S6

You can find most valuable info on Galaxy S6 and discuss the gadget with other Galaxy S6 owners or potential owners.

This is a community for Galaxy S6 owners or anyone who is interested in this flagship Android phone.

The logo for this community is simple: S6 highlights the focus of the community. In the bottom right, a Gadget Guide Online (G²O) logo highlights this community is part of the parent community of GadgetGuideOnline.com.

If you have any questions on Galaxy S6 or want to discuss about Galaxy S6, you can leave comments in the comment box below.

You can also contact us through contact us page.… Read the rest

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What is Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen?

Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen is one dedicated page/panel (the leftmost) showing you latest articles in various categories based on your interest and configurations.

In a nutshell, it is a customized full-page widget of the  Flipboard app.

Nobody knows why Samsung still insists on adding Flipboard Briefing in Galaxy S6  home screen.  If it was just a normal re-sizable widget, I believe more people would have used it frequently.

Flipboard Briefing was not welcomed in Galaxy Note 4 and many owners are asking how to remove it on Galaxy Note 4.  The older version of Flipboard Briefing is called My Magazine in Galaxy S5, which is equally unpopular.

Flipboard is an excellent magazine app and many Galaxy S6 owners like it. But if you force Galaxy S6 owners to use it as a fixed-page widget, many are not happy with it.

To make the situation worse in Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Note 4,  once Flipboard Briefing (or My Magazine in Galaxy S5) is enabled, you cannot scroll across it when you try to swipe the home screen panels in one direction.  Luckily, in Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy S5, you can disable Flipboard Briefing (or My Magazine), and cycle through all home screen panels in both directions.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge has the identical Flipboard Briefing  on the home screen, so this guide also applies to disable Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 edge.

Good news and bad news on Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen?

The good news on Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen is that you can disable it.

The bad news is that you still cannot cycle through the first panel or last panel of the Galaxy S6 home screen, even after you disable Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen.

This is the limitation (improvement??joking??) of  the new and improved TouchWiz in Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge.

How to disable Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen?

You can easily disable Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen by following these steps.

Step 1:  enter editing mode of Galaxy S6 home screen

Tap and hold any empty area in the home screen to enter editing mode for Galaxy S6 home screen.

You can also use pinching gesture on home screen to enter editing mode.

Step 2: Swipe to the leftmost panel

As mentioned, Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen lies in the leftmost (first) panel.… Read the rest

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Update:  Galaxy S6 specifications are officially announced. The release date for Galaxy S6 will be April 10, 2015 (see this post).

Most the specifications in this post are accurate except

1. no SD card support
2. battery is non-removable
3. 16MP camera, instead of rumored 20MP

Samsung will announce the new Galaxy S6 on March 1.

Galaxy S6 is critical for Samsung in 2015. Nobody can deny it.

Will Galaxy S6 be the best Android phone in 2015?

Will Galaxy S6 help Samsung recover the lost market share in 2015?

We will soon get the answer after Galaxy S6 is announced and released.

But before that date, let’s explore the rumors on Galaxy S6 specifications.

Galaxy S6 specifications:  what’s the version of Android?

Everyone knows Galaxy S6 will come with Android Lollipop 5.0.

There will be definitely no surprise on the OS and the version.  Galaxy S6 will not be a Tizen phone, nor a Windows phone.

Galaxy S series always use Android. Samsung does not have the guts to change this in Galaxy S6. Of course, there is no reason for the change.

Galaxy S6 specifications: will Galaxy S6 use Snapdragon 810 processor or Exynos 7420 processor?

In the past, especially, in last two years, Samsung used Snapdragon processors on most flagship devices with 4G LTE.

This is mainly due to the obvious advantages of Qualcomm’s technology in LTE modem. Samsung does not have its own integrated LTE modem for Exynos processors.

But as Samsung is fighting not only against Apple, but also other Android device manufactures, e.g., HTC, LG, Sony, who are also using identical Qualcomm’s chips.

It is difficult for Samsung to offer some innovative features like Motorola’s touchless control (aka Moto Voice). Such features may require some customization for the processor. In the long run, Samsung has to use its own chips do provide some unique features.

And Samsung has the necessary capacity: its own Exynos chips.

In the 60+ products that will use Snapdragon 810, Galaxy S6 is not listed. It is not an error.

So, it is almost certain Galaxy S6 will use it is own 64 bit, 14nm, Exynos 7420 processor, probably with LTE modem provided by Qualcomm.

Bye-bye Snapdragon 810.

Galaxy S6 specifications: 2GB RAM, 3GB RAM or 4GB RAM?

Although Samsung started to manufacture 20nm 8Gb LPDDR4, Galaxy S6 will not use 8GB module for sure.

As a company striving to make profit, Samsung will probably offer 3GB RAM in Galaxy S6.… Read the rest

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Update 1: Added section 5, How to restore missing icons in Galaxy S6 quick settings panel?

If you find some icons or buttons are missing from the quick settings panel, please follow this section (section 5) to restore the missing icons in quick settings panel.

1. What and where is Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings?

Similar to other Android phones, Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings can be found in the notification panel.

Samsung Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings in the notification panel allow you to quickly toggle on/off some commonly used features without digging further in the settings page.

Android Lollipop even make quick settings interactive. But Samsung Galaxy S6 did not adopt this implementation. This is one of the Galaxy S6 defects: non-genuine Android Lollipop.

So, Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings is more similar to the old quick settings in Galaxy S5 and in Galaxy Note 4 than that in Android Lollipop.

In the top of Setting app (page), Samsung also have a quick settings section where you can put up to 9 items for you to access these settings quickly.

2. How to use Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons?

To access Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons, you can swipe down from top of the screen (i.e., status bar).

As shown below, in the second row of the Galaxy S6 notification panel, you can find 5 Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons. 5 other buttons can be accessed by flicking to left as shown below.

This area is called highlight box for quick settings buttons.

For these 10 Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons in the highlight box, you can:

1. Tap it. This will toggle on/off the corresponding features of the buttons. For example, tap WiFi button, it will turn on/off WiFi on your Galaxy S6.  Tap sound mode button to cycle through the 3 sound modes (mute, sound and vibrate).
2. Tap and hold it. This will open the detailed setting page for this feature. For example, if you tap and hold WiFi button, the Settings–WiFi page will be opened.

Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons do not support other interactions.

3. How to manage Samsung Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons?

Besides these 10 Galaxy S6 quick settings buttons, Galaxy S6 also offers many other quick settings buttons in the notification panel. And you can re-arrange the locations of these Galaxy S6 quick setting buttons.… Read the rest

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If you are considering to change/upgrade your smartphone, or to buy Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge, you will find the information whether you should get Galaxy S6 or get a Galaxy S6 edge, or get other Android phones or iPhone 6.

We will compare Samsung Galaxy S6 against Galaxy S6 edge, and against many other popular  phones (LG G4, HTC One M9. iPhone 6 plus….) in this Galaxy S6 buyer guide.

If you already own a Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge, you will find information on how to get the best value-for-money accessories.

We will introduce you some high quality and yet affordable accessories to match your expectations in the Galaxy S6 buyer guide.

This Galaxy S6 buyer guide page is dedicated to help you make better decision when buying Galaxy S6 (or S6 edge) and when buying Galaxy S6 (and S6 edge) accessories.

We will update this Galaxy S6 buyer guide page regularly to add more buyer guides. So, if you cannot find the guide now, you can leave a comment in the comment box below. We will try to answer your questions or add the guide.

You should always understand your budget and your needs when buying a phone or buying accessories for Galaxy S6. This Galaxy S6 buyer guide will try to cover as broad range of products as possible so that you can find the a solution suitable for you.

Galaxy S6 buyer guide: accessories guide for Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge

1. Galaxy S6 case guide

2. Galaxy S6 edge case guide

3. Galaxy S6 screen protector guide

4. Galaxy S6 edge screen protector guide

5. Wireless charger guide for Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge

6. USB OTG storage guide for Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge

Galaxy S6 buyer guide: Should you get a galaxy S6 or S6 edge or other smartphones?

1. Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S6 edge: Are the two edges worth $100?

2. Galaxy S6 vs LG G4?

3. Galaxy S6 vs iPhone 6 Plus

4. Galaxy S6 vs HTC M9

5. Galaxy S6 vs Moto X 2014 (Moto X 2nd Gen)

As mentioned, this is a live Galaxy S6 buyer guide page: more and more Samsung Galaxy S6 buyer guides will be added after we finish the extensive testing or comparison.

If you have any questions on buying a smartphone or buying accessories for your Galaxy S6 (or S6 edge), please leave them in the comment box below.… Read the rest

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Taking photos for a moving object is always challenging. Galaxy S6 offers Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) for you to get better photos with moving objects.

What is Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus)?

Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) allows you to track and automatically focus on a selected subject, even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting composition.

This feature can be found in some DSLR cameras, not commonly on smartphone cameras.

Basically, Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) is utilizing the fast auto focus feature in Galaxy S6 camera to track the motion of the object and adjust the focus accordingly.

How to enable Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus)?

By default, Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) is turned off in most regions.  You need follow these steps to enable it before  you can use the auto focus tracking.

Step 1:  Start Galaxy S6 camera app

You can start Galaxy S6 camera with any of the following 4 methods as detailed in this page:

• Tapping the Camera app icon in the favorite tray in Galaxy S6 home screen.
• Tapping the Camera app icon in Galaxy S6 Apps screen (aka App drawer, All Apps).
• Pressing home buttons twice to use Galaxy S6 camera quick launch (even when Galaxy S6 is locked. Please refer to this guide on Galaxy S6 camera quick launch).
• Using Google Now voice command  (e.g., “Start camera”) or S Voice command (“Open Camera app”).

Step 2: Go to Galaxy S6 Camera settings

Tapping gear icon in Galaxy S6 camera app interface as shown below.

Step 3: Enable Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus)

In the Galaxy S6 camera settings, you can find the Tracking AF as shown in the left.

Tap the switch to enable it.

Once it is enabled, the color of the switch will be changed to green.

If you cannot find the tracking AF option in the camera settings, very likely, the front camera is active. You need switch to rear camera.

In other words, Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) is for rear camera, not for front camera.

Please note, the setting for Galaxy S6 camera tracking AF (auto focus) is persistent. If you want to disable it, you must manually disable it through the same procedure. Rebooting the phone will not change this setting.… Read the rest

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Why Galaxy S6 photo size and video size matters?

Galaxy S6 and S6 edge does not have a SD card slot. This means all your photos and videos taken with Galaxy S6 camera or Galaxy S6 edge camera will be saved in the phone (internal) storage. This is considered as one of major Galaxy S6 defects in design.

If you take photos or record videos in maximum resolution (size), you will find the available internal storage is shrinking quickly when you are on a trip.

The problem is severe for the 32GB model, which only has less than 25GB usable storage.

The main camera (rear camera) in Galaxy S6 and S6 edge can take 16MP photos or record  4K UHD videos.  But you may want to save storage by taking photos or recording videos in lower resolutions (smaller sizes).

Some Galaxy S6 camera modes may only allow smaller photo or video size. For details of the pre-installed Galaxy S6 camera modes, please check this guide.  For additional Galaxy S6 camera modes, please check this page.

How to choose Galaxy S6 photo size and video size?

You need choose photo size and video size based on the main usage of the photos and videos.

For videos, for most Galaxy S6 owners, full HD at normal 30fps (frame per second) rate is usually sufficient even you have a 4K TV.

For photos, you have two factors to consider:

1. Aspect ratio. 16:9 is good  for viewing in PCs and TVs.  4:3 is good for printing on photo papers. 1:1 is only used by some web designers.
2. Size (resolution, number of pixels). If you want to print the photo in 8R or larger photo papers, you should set photo size as 12M (3984×2988, 4:3). For 4R photo paper, 8M is sufficient. If you just want to share the photos in social media or through MMS, the smallest size  (2.4M for the rear camera) is sufficient.

When you share photos or videos through MMS, the photos and videos will be compressed and down-sized automatically.  But occasionally, the processing may fail. Some carrier may pose strict limitations on photo size and video file size.

Most social media also compress and down-size the resolution of your photos.

So, it is better to share photos or videos through Google Drive or other cloud services if you want to keep the original resolution and quality.

How to set Galaxy S6 photo size for the main camera (rear camera)?

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Use the search box to search all Galaxy S6 guides on this site.

If you have any questions on using Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, you can navigate through the menu above. This search box offers an alternative way to search for solutions for any Galaxy S6 problems.

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Galaxy S6 wallpapers (and S6 edge wallpapers as well) are quite impressive on the most (in 2015) beautiful QHD display.

But you may want to change Galaxy S6 wallpapers to something more personal or just something different.

This is not a problem.

Galaxy S6 and S6 edge is more customizable than previous generation phones (e.g., Galaxy S5 or Galaxy S4). This guide will show you how to change the “look” of your Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

Although Galaxy S6 is used in the text, this guide equally applies to Galaxy S6 edge.

Use Galaxy S6 themes to change Galaxy S6 wallpapers and many other visual elements

Once of the most welcomed new features in Galaxy S6 is the Galaxy S6 themes.

As detailed in this guide, you can download and install Galaxy S6 themes to get a totally new look of the phone.

One advantage of  Galaxy S6 themes over any other customization options available is that a few apps including Phone, Message, Contacts can also be customized with the theme.

So, changing Galaxy S6 wallpapers with Galaxy S6 themes is just very small portion of the customization. You also get new icons, new home screen, new lock screen, new quick settings panel and new notification panels panel.

After applying new Galaxy S6 themes, you can further change Galaxy S6 wallpapers if you want.

If you haven’t tried Galaxy S6 themes, you should follow this guide to try it first.

You will not be disappointed.

Step-by-step guide to change Galaxy S6 wallpapers

If you are not satisfied with the in-stock Galaxy S6 wallpapers, or you want to change Galaxy S6 wallpapers in Galaxy S6 themes, you can always do it easily.

To change Galaxy S6 wallpapers, please follow these steps.

Step 1: Return to the Galaxy S6 home screen

You can return to Galaxy S6 home screen in many ways. For example:

• Tap the Home button (see Galaxy S6 layout, and Galaxy S6 edge layout to find the buttons).
• Tap the Back button until you arrive at home screen.

Please note, it is NOT necessary to return to the Home panel of the home screen. You can return to any of the home screen pages.

Step 2: Enter Galaxy S6 home screen edit mode

Tap and hold (see this guide on using Galaxy S6 touch screen) any empty area (where there are no app icons or widgets) on the home screen.… Read the rest

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Update 1: it is confirmed Samsung Galaxy S6 release date will be April 10, 2015. It will be first available in 20+ countries /regions and then released in 150+ countries/regions within Q2 2015.

It is almost certain that Samsung will announce Galaxy S6 on March 1, 2015, one day before Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015.

But you may wonder what the Samsung Galaxy S6 release date is. Or in other words, when can you get the Samsung Galaxy S6?

What is the difference between Samsung Galaxy S6 release date and March 1, 2015?

On March 1, 2015, Samsung will only announce the Galaxy S6.  You cannot buy it on that day.

Samsung Galaxy S6 release date means you can buy the phone on that day. A smartphone usually is announced or launched (it is usually demoed as well in the event) before the release date. Of course, on a few occasions (usually for smaller players), the phone may be announced and released at the same day.

For Samsung, most flagship smartphones and tables are released about one month after they are announced. As a comparison, Apple, usually releases new iPhone or iPad about one week after the announcement.

The duration (waiting period) between the release date and announcement is more profound than what you may think.

In the technical and logistic aspect, a large-scale product release requires more staff to cope with the surge in sales. The stocking and dispatching to distributors is also a factor to be considered. Apple has full control of its sales channel in most regions. Samsung has to rely on distributors in some regions.

In the marketing aspect,  if the duration is too long, people already forget the announcement and the excitement.  If it is too short, the product will not be talked enough in the newspaper and social media.  Apple usually has no issue with media coverage when a new iPhone or new iPad is announced because they have very limited new products each year.

On the contrary, Samsung has so many phones; they have to find a suitable time slot for each product. Normally, Galaxy S series phones are announced in February/March to catch the sales in summer. Galaxy Note devices are announced in September/October to catch the sales in the holiday season.

In short, you have to wait from a few weeks to a few months before you can get the Galaxy S6 depending on your region.… Read the rest

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Samsung  Galaxy S6 Online User Manual is for Galaxy S6 owners who want to read the official Samsung Galaxy S6 user guide online in HTML format.

If you want to download the PDF version of Samsung Galaxy S6 user manual in your own language, you can find them in this page.

For detailed Galaxy S6 how-to guides, please check this page.

You can use the following links to navigate through Galaxy S6 online user manual.

This is a live page. New pages will be added regularly.

1. Galaxy S6 layout  (for Samsung Galaxy S6)

   Get to know your Galaxy S6 layout and the functions of all Galaxy S6 buttons, the location of Galaxy S6 SIM card slot, the location of the cameras, microphones, antennas….Read on to know your Galaxy S6 layout in detail. For Galaxy S6 edge layout, please read next entry.

2. Galaxy S6 edge layout (for Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

3. Galaxy S6 buttons (understanding functions of the 5 physical buttons on Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge)

4. Galaxy S6 SIM card guide (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

5. Charging Galaxy S6 battery (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

6. Turn on, off and restart Galaxy S6 (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

7. How to use edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge? (for Samsung Galaxy S6 edge

   Edge screen is the unique feature of Galaxy S6 edge. It is now integrated part (different from Galaxy Note 4 Edge) of the touch screen.  In this page, you will learn everything about the settings and usage of Galaxy S6 edge screen. Read on….

8. Galaxy S6 touch screen (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

9. Galaxy S6 home screen (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

10. Galaxy S6 App screen (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

11. Galaxy S6 lock screen (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

12. Galaxy S6 notification panel (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

13. Galaxy S6 Samsung keyboard

14. Galaxy S6 Quick Connect

15. Samsung Galaxy S6 Multi Window (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

16. Samsung Galaxy S6 emergency mode (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

17. Galaxy S6 Smart Manager (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

18. Galaxy S6 motions and gestures (for both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge)

    In addition to taking screenshots with Galaxy S6 motions and gestures, you can also use Galaxy S6 motions and gestures to make calls without launching the dialing pad, silence Galaxy S6 ringtones and notification tones by turning over the phone, or get alerted on unread notifications when picking up the phone.

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What is Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect?

Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect allows you to search for nearby devices and quickly connect to them without going through the detailed Bluetooth or WiFi Direct settings.  The connection can be through Bluetooth or WiFi direct (including screen mirroring through Miracast).

Actually, if you are a long-term Samsung Galaxy devices user, you probably noticed Quick connect in a few devices already, for  example, Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4. Unfortunately, many owners have no idea on how to use it.

Many smartphone users, especially new Android users, may have problems to connect two devices through Bluetooth or WiFi direct.  Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect can make the job easier for many Galaxy S6 owners.

Please note, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge has the identical Quick connect. This guide applies to both Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, although in the text, I used Galaxy S6 only most of the time.

Where can I find Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect?

Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect is part of the notification panel.  Actually, you can only access Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect from the notification panel.

To access Quick connect in Galaxy S6, you need swipe down (see this page on gestures on Galaxy S6 touchscreen) from the status bar (top of the screen, please see this page on status bar) with one finger to open notification panel.

Use Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick Connect to connect to other devices, and share contents

If the other device does not support Quick connect, you need turn on Bluetooth or WiFi Direct on these devices manually.

If the other device supports Quick connect, you just need turn on Quick connect on that device. Quick connect will enable necessary settings automatically for you.

Step 1:  Open the notification panel and tap Quick Connect.

Swipe down from the status bar to open Galaxy S6 notification panel.

Tap Quick connect as shown below.

If you are using this feature for the first time, select a visibility option and tap TURN ON QUICK CONNECT as shown below.

For security reasons, you should set the visibility of Galaxy S6 as Only when Quick connect turned on, as shown below.

You can modify the Galaxy S6 visibility later by tapping Settings on top right.

You can also set the privacy for Samsung Galaxy S6 Quick connect as shown above so that Galaxy S6 is visible to contacts only.… Read the rest

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Why you need  app folders on Galaxy S6 home screen?

With more and more features in Android phones, and many apps with various functions available in Google Play store and Galaxy Apps, you may install a lot of apps in your Galaxy S6.

To access these apps quickly without going through Galaxy S6 Apps screen, you need put these apps on the home screen.

You may also put a lot of widgets on the home screen as well to access some info quickly without opening the app.

So, the home screen is really cluttered.  It becomes a pain to find an app on the home screen.

How to solve this problem?  You can use app folders to keep your Galaxy S6 home screen well organized.

Using app folders in Galaxy S6 home screen can help you:

1. reduce the number of home screen panels. This will make it fast to scroll through the home screen panels and therefore to access the apps faster.
2. organize apps in app folders per your preference. This means you can quickly find the apps which you do not use daily. For example, you may not use Google Drive app daily, but if you put the app in the Google folder or cloud folder, you can easily locate it and launch it, instead of fiddling around the home screen panels.
3. put more widgets and apps in the home screen. There is a hard limit (7) of number of home screen panels in Galaxy S6. If you use a lot of widgets, especially full page or half-page widgets, you will find the 7-panel limit in TouchWiz is not generous. Using app folders in Galaxy S6 home screen can save space on the home screen for other app folders or widgets.

Step by step guide on how to create app folders in Galaxy S6 home screen

Please note, creating app folders in Galaxy S6 home screen is not an option in home screen editing mode. You can only create app folders:

• when both apps that are to be included in the app folder are already on the home screen,
• or put the app folders in App screen to home screen directly.

To create app folders in Galaxy S6 home screen, you may follow these steps.

Step 1: Tap and hold one app  and drag it to the target app.

For example, you want to create a folder for the Email app and Play Store app.… Read the rest

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Multi window is a nice feature added by Samsung in Galaxy devices since Galaxy Note II. You can run two apps side by side (split screen view). Android only added this feature in Android Nougat (android 7.0/7.1).

In Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, you can also minimize an app as floating icon (pop up view) and open it any time partially overlapping your current app.

Please check this guide if you want to know how to use multi window in Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+.

Anyway, Samsung’s multi window is good for big screens, for example, tablet.  Some Galaxy S6 owners may don’t want to use the split screen or pop up view multi window.

Unfortunately, there are no settings in Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+ for you to disable multi window.

This guide show you how to disable multi window in Galaxy S6 partially (disable the pop up view gesture) and disable multi window completely (both split screen view and pop up view).

How to disable pop up view of multi window in Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+

One way to enter multi window mode in Galaxy S6 and S6 edge is through the pop up view gesture as explained in this guide.  When a supported app is running, you can drag down diagonally from the top edge (either left or right) of the app window to make the app as a pop up view multi window.  Of course, you can later turn it into split screen view of multi window if you want, or back to normal full screen window mode.

This is the feature that has gotten many complaints.  A lot of Galaxy S6 and S6 edge owners may accidentally enter the pop up view mode.

If you just want to disable pop up view multi window mode, you can disable this gesture in Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+.

Go to Settings — Advanced features as shown below.

Tap Pop-up view gesture as shown below.

In the Pop-up view gesture page, you can turn on (enable) or turn off (disable) pop-up view gesture as shown below.

Please note, this only disables the gesture so that you will not enter pop-up view accidentally.  It does NOT disable pop-up view actually.

When you are in split screen view of multi window, you can still convert any app into pop-up view mode.… Read the rest

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If you forget the password or PIN for your Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+, or any other Samsung Galaxy phones, the only way to unlock the phone is using Samsung’s Find My Mobile. The latest guide can be found here.

Google Android Device Manager (Find My Device) can only lock or erase your phone with your Google account.  It is not able to unlock your Android phone with a Google account any more.

Update: In most regions,  you can use Google account to unlock Galaxy S6 again if you forget your PIN or password or backup password.  The guide was added below (link to this part). Please notice the two requirements: internet connection and main Google account.

Why Samsung Galaxy S6 does not accept my password and fingerprint?

It is usually recommended to set up lock screen security for your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge if you have any concern on your personal data on the phone and possible loss of the phone.

As detailed in this page, there are different levels of security you can set for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.

However, maybe suddenly, your password or fingerprint is not accepted by Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.

You are locked out of Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 edge. 

Rebooting Galaxy S6 or S6 edge is useless. This is the purpose of the screen lock: if someone steals your galaxy S6, they cannot access your data on the phone if it is locked.

But if you are locked out of your own phone, it is hard for you to calm down. Most owners may blame the “stupid” lock screen policy.

Anyway, the stupid unlock policy is here to protect your data from unauthorized access.

There are a couple of ways to unlock Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge even when your password or fingerprint is not recognized:

1. You can reset the phone. All personal data and files will be erased, and you have to set up the phone just like a new one. Please follow this guide on how to reset the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.
2. If the fingerprint is not recognized, you can still use the backup password. The problem is Samsung enforce a security policy on backup password length and complexity, and many owners forget it very quickly.
3. If you use pattern lock, after a few fails, you can use your Google account to unlock Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.

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What are the differences between Galaxy S6 camera effects and camera modes?

As detailed in Galaxy S6 camera modes guide, you can choose different camera modes for different scenarios to get the best photos. In addition to the pre-installed camera modes, you can even install more camera modes for Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.

In a nutshell camera modes most of the time change the settings of the camera before you take the photos. In other words, Galaxy S6 camera modes applies a set of pre-defined settings to the camera.

But Galaxy S6 camera effects work on the photos after the photos are taken.

You can imagine Galaxy S6 camera effects is like the Photoshop which edits your photo. But this editing will be done automatically once the photo is taken. Of course, the identical results can be achieved in any photo editors manually.

Please note, when Galaxy S6 camera effects are applied, the original photo will NOT be saved. The saved photo is the edited version.

Galaxy S6 camera effects can save you some time compared to manually apply effects later.

How to apply Galaxy S6 camera effects?

Galaxy S6 camera effects are applied immediately after photo is taken.

In Galaxy S6 camera interface, tap the Effects button as shown below.

In the Galaxy S6 camera effects page, the available effects are listed as shown below.

By default, “No effect” is applied. This means the photo will be saved without  applying any Galaxy S6 camera effects.

Galaxy S6 camera offers live preview of the final photo to help you decide which one is what you want.

Tap any one of the effects will use it and return to preview screen with effects applied.

Now tap the shutter button (or use your voice, or use your gesture) to take the photo. The photo will be taken with the selected effects applied automatically.

How to download and install additional Galaxy S6 camera effects?

By default, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge offer 7 pre-installed Galaxy S6 camera effects including:

• Tint
• Vintage
• Moody
• Grayscale
• Vignette
• Cartoon
• Faded color

If you need other camera effects, you can download and install more  Galaxy S6 camera effects from Galaxy Apps, similar to Galaxy S6 camera modes.

To install additional camera effects, please follow these steps.

Step 1: Start camera app

You can start Galaxy S6 camera (or S6 edge camera) with any of the following methods:

• Tapping the Camera app icon in the favorite tray in Galaxy S6 home screen.

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Android marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 is a major update for Galaxy S6 and S6 edge. The new features in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and S6 edge+ will add significant value to most owners.

This post will highlight top 10 new features in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and S6 edge+. The detailed how-to guides for these new features will be available in individual Galaxy S6 How-to guides page, and Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update guide page (new!!)

1. Fingerprint as a backup security measure

In Lollipop, you can set lock screen security as fingerprint.

This means you can unlock the phone with your fingerprint at any times. If your fingerprint is not recognized, you can use the backup password, which is setup when you register fingerprint.

Some owners have problems with this arrangement: fingerprint is not recognized, and they don’t remember backup password. You can read all comments on this issue in this page.

One common cause of the issue is that owners tend to forget the backup password if it is not used for long time (although some may swear Galaxy S6 forgets it).

In Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 (S6 edge and S6 edge+), Samsung made the following changes on using fingerprint to unlock the phone:

• Fingerprint cannot be a standalone security measure. You must set pattern/PIN/password as lock screen security before you can set fingerprint.
• If you reboot the phone, you must first use pattern/PIN/password to unlock the phone. You can use fingerprint for subsequent screen unlock.
• If you don’t use the phone for more than 24 hours, you must first use pattern/PIN/password to unlock the phone. You can use fingerprint for subsequent screen unlock.

Please refer to this guide on how to use fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+ after Android Marshmallow update.

2.  Customizable lock screen

After applying Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and S6 edge+, you can now customize the two app shortcuts in the bottom of the lock screen.

By default, they are Phone app and Camera app in the left and right side respectively.

For example, you can use quick lunch to start Camera app even when the screen is off. So, it is probably not necessary to put camera app there.

If you want, you can specify any apps on the phone to be used.… Read the rest

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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ (S6 edge plus) is an up-sized Galaxy S6 edge with a bigger screen, bigger battery and  some new features.

This page shows you the Galaxy S6 edge+ layout so that you can get accurate info on the location of the buttons and components, and their functions.  Knowing layout of Galaxy S6 edge+ will help you use the phone more effectively and avoid some common mistakes.

Please note layout of Galaxy S6 edge+ is slightly different from Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.  This page is dedicated for Galaxy S6 edge+ layout.

If you own a Galaxy S6 (flat screen), please this page for the layout of Galaxy S6.

If you own a Galaxy S6 edge, please check this page for the layout of Galaxy S6 edge.

If you are looking for Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual, please check the official S6 edge+ user manual in your languages here.

The front view of  Galaxy S6 edge+ layout

The front view of Galaxy S6 edge+ layout is shown below.

As shown below, in the front of S6 edge+, you can find

• LED indicator. This LED will light up and show different colors for charging or notifications.
• Proximity/light sensor. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ uses light sensor to detect the lighting conditions to adjust brightness of the screen automatically so that you can get the best view experience. The proximity sensor helps Galaxy S6 edge+ decide whether you are close the the phone screen. For example, when you are engaged in a phone call and move the phone to your ear, the screen will be automatically turned off to avoid accidental operations.
• Touch screen.  Touch screen make it possible for you to interact with Galaxy S6 edge+.  The screen will respond to your gestures depending on apps you are using.
• Home key with fingerprint sensor. Tap this button to return to Galaxy S6 edge+ home screen. Fingerprint sensor is embedded in the home key. Touch the key can also unlock the phone and authenticate yourself if you configure it in Galaxy S6 edge+ fingerprint manager.
• Recent Apps key. It is also sometimes referred as multitask key. Tap this key to show a list of recent used apps. You can quickly switch to them without reloading the app. You can also launcher Galaxy S6 multi window from the list of recent apps.
• Back key.

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You can use Galaxy S6 motions and gestures to control your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge

As you already learnt, you can use your palm to take screenshot on Galaxy S6. This is one example of Galaxy S6 motions and gestures.

Basically, Galaxy S6 allows you to control your phone with certain gestures and motions.

The accelerometer and gyroscope in Galaxy S6 is able to determine the orientation of the Galaxy S6 and motions. The front camera and proximity sensor is able to identify your gestures.

This is how Galaxy S6 motions and gestures work.

Actually, Galaxy S6 motions and gestures are not new. In previous generations of Galaxy devices, Samsung already introduced motions and gestures. But in Galaxy S6, this feature works better.

What functions are offered by Galaxy S6 motions and gestures?

Galaxy S6 motions and gestures offers 4 different features:

1. Direct call;
2. Smart alert;
3. Mute;
4. Screen capture (screenshot).

Direct Call

When you are checking phone logs, or checking details of a contact, or reading a message, if you move the phone to your ear, Galaxy S6 will call the contact automatically. You don’t need to dial the number.

Samsung named this feature as direct call.

When you in contact page, if the contact has several numbers, the direct call will call the first one in the list.

Smart Alert

Galaxy S6 can alert you by vibrating once if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the phone.

Smart alert may not work if the screen is turned on or if Galaxy S6 is not on a flat surface.

Mute

You can mute incoming calls or alarms on Galaxy S6 by putting your palm over the screen, or turn over the screen so that the screen is facing downwards.

Of course, this works when you are in sound mode.  When it rings, you want to mute the ring. If you want to silence Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge, please read this guide.

Please note, mute function of Galaxy S6 motions and gestures can only mute ringtones and alarm tones. It does not mute music or videos.

Screen capture

As discussed in how to take screenshot on Galaxy S6 page, swipe your palm over the screen (method 2) is one of the two methods available on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge to take a screenshot without using any apps.… Read the rest

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Turn on or turn off your Galaxy S6 is a basic operation which every phone owners need to know.

This guide applies to both Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge.

If you find your Galaxy S6 is not responsive to home button and power button, this guide will show you how to try some button combinations to avoid a trip to the service center.

If you are locked out of your Galaxy S6 0r S6 edge (your fingerprints are not recognized and your password are not accepted for whatever reasons), reboot Galaxy S6 will NOT help. In this case, please check this guide on how to unlock Galaxy S6 or S6 edge if you are locked out of the phone.

Turn on Samsung Galaxy S6 (or Galaxy S6 edge)

To turn on Samsung Galaxy S6 (or Galaxy S6 edge), you need press and hold the Power button for a few seconds. Galaxy S6 power button is located in the right side of the phone. Galaxy S6 edge power button is located in the similar location. Please check this page for Samsung Galaxy S6 layout, and this page for Galaxy S6 edge layout.

When you turn on Samsung Galaxy S6 for the first time or after performing a factory data reset, you need follow the onscreen instructions to set up your Galaxy S6.

Turn off Samsung Galaxy S6 (or Galaxy S6 edge)

To turn off Samsung Galaxy S6 (or Galaxy S6 edge), you need press and hold Galaxy S6 Power button, and then tap Power off.

If Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge is frozen and not responsive, you can press and hold the Power button and the Volume down buttons simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

In areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes and hospitals, you may have to turn off Samsung Galaxy S6, or turn on Galaxy S6 flight mode.

Restart Samsung Galaxy S6 (or Galaxy S6 edge)

You may need restart Samsung Galaxy S6 if:

• Samsung Galaxy S6 responds slowly or improperly.
• Samsung Galaxy S6 freezes (hangs).
• Error messages appear when launching the camera.
• Galaxy S6 drains battery quickly.

To restart Samsung Galaxy S6, you can use one of the following methods

• Press and hold Galaxy S6 power button for a few seconds, then follow the on-screen instructions.
• Press and hold Galaxy S6 power button until the phone restarts.

… Read the rest

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1. Why you may want to customize Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone?

The default Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone can confuse you if some other people are also using the default ringtone.

Sometimes, you may want to know who is calling you based on the ringtone without check the screen.

Some Galaxy S6 owners may want to customize Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone with own music files (or other audio files).

This guide will show you:

• how to change the default  Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone;
• how to use your own music file as Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone;
• how to use different ringtones for different contacts.

As the ringtone setting for Samsung Galaxy S6 is identical to that for Samsung Galaxy S6 edge, this guide also applies if you want to customize Galaxy S6 edge ringtone.

2. How to change Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone?

To set or change Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone, you can go to Settings.

Tap Sounds and notifications as shown below.

Tap Ringtone as shown below. Please note, the current default ringtone is listed behind Ringtone.

If you have ES File explorer or other ringtone handling apps installed, you may get the options of choosing apps to handle your request.

For example, I installed ES File Explorer on the Galaxy S6, so I get the option of choosing ES File Explorer or Media storage.

Media storage option will allow you to select any pre-installed ringtones and any music files you put in the Ringtones folder.

Tap Media Storage.

Tap JUST ONCE a shown below

Now you can select any of these ringtones.  It will become the new default Galaxy S6 ringtone.

3. How to customize Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone with your own music files on the phone?

In addition to the pre-installed ringtones, you can also use your own music files or any audio files as  Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone.

The music can be on your phone or on your PC.

In this section, we assume the music file to be added as Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone is located in your phone. If the music file is located on your PC, please read next section.

To customize Samsung Galaxy S6 ringtone with your own music files on the phone, please go to Settings—Sounds and notifications—Ringtone. Similar to the steps in section 2, you need choose Media storage and JUST ONCE if you are given the options.… Read the rest

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Galaxy S6 and S6 edge is a smartphone, although they offer the best smartphone camera you can find in 2015.

Making phone calls is still a basic feature for Galaxy S6 and S6 edge. This guide will show you how to use the Phone app to make phone calls (both voice calls and video calls) in Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.

How to make phone calls on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge

To make phone calls on Galaxy S6, you need use the Phone app.

By default, the Phone app is in the favorite tray in home screen.

If you cannot find it in favorite tray, you can find it in the Galaxy S6 Apps screen.

Anyway, start the Phone app.  There are a few items in the phone app interface as shown below:

1. make phone calls (voice).
2. make video calls. Some carriers may not support video calls.
3. hide the keypad (9 to show)
4. switch to another view (for phone logs, favorites and contacts)
5. phone call settings
6. number to be called
7. tap and hold to access voicemail
8. keypad correction
9. show keypad
10. check phone logs, including incoming, outgoing and missed calls
11. favorite contacts
12. list contacts

To make phone calls on Galaxy S6 or S6 edge, you just input the number (or tap the contact), then tap phone icon (1)  as shown below.

How to make phone calls on  Galaxy S6 and S6 edge lock screen?

If you set lock screen security to swipe, you can make phone calls from log screen directly by dragging the phone icon in the lock screen out of a circle as shown below.

However, if you have other lock screen security settings, you can only make emergency calls.

The emergency call can be made to people in your ICE group even when Galaxy S6 or S6 edge is locked. Please refer to this guide on how to make emergency calls.

How to make video calls on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge?

To make video calls on Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge is similar to make voice calls. You just tap the camcorder icon (2)  as shown in previous screenshot.

Please note, Galaxy S6 video calls are different from those through Hangouts or Viber or FacetTime or some other apps.

Galaxy S6 video calls in phone app, if supported by your carrier, does NOT require internet connection.  The call is connected directly through 3G network.… Read the rest

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Disable apps and uninstall apps on Galaxy S6, what’s the difference?

When you get your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge, there are some apps installed by Samsung and local distributors.

The pre-installed apps fall into one of the three categories:

• Essential apps. For example, a smartphone needs phone app, contacts app to function as a phone.
• Value-added apps. For example, your carrier may add an account manager app so that you can easily know your bills and usage.
• Bloatware apps. Some companies paid Samsung or your carrier to pre-load their apps. For example, in Galaxy S6, in most regions, some Microsoft apps are pre-installed.

For all pre-installed apps, you cannot uninstall them, including the bloatware apps. This is the major reason why these greedy companies are willing to pay Samsung or carriers or distributors to pre-install their apps on your phone.

Even if you don’t like them, you cannot uninstall these apps (unless you root Galaxy S6). This is a security setting in Android so that you will not uninstall an essential app inadvertently.

But you can disable such bloatware apps.

For apps which you installed from Google Play store, or Galaxy Apps, or Amazon App store for Android, or any other sources, you can always uninstall them.

So, the difference between disable apps and uninstall apps on Galaxy S6 is:

• If the app is pre-installed, you can disable the app.
• If the app is installed by you, you can uninstall the app.

How to disable apps on Galaxy S6?

To disable apps on Galaxy S6, there are many methods.  You need one of them.

In this guide, I will show you 3 different methods and  I assume you want to disable the pre-installed OneNote app from Microsoft.

Method 1:  disable apps on Galaxy S6 in Edit mode of apps screen

To disable apps on Galaxy S6 in the edit mode of Galaxy S6 apps screen, you may follow these steps.

Step 1: Enter Galaxy S6 apps screen

You need tap the Apps icon (16 dots) in Galaxy S6 home screen to enter apps screen.

All the apps with UI, including pre-installed apps,  are listed in Galaxy S6 apps screen.

Step 2: Enter Edit mode of Galaxy S6 apps screen

Tap EDIT in top right as shown below to  enter edit mode of the apps screen.

Step 3: Disable apps

Tap the “–” sign in the top right of OneNote as shown above.… Read the rest

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Taking a screenshot on Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge is easy without using any third-party apps.

This Galaxy S6 how-to guide explains 3 native ways to take screenshots on Galaxy S6, shows you how to use smart capture to take a screenshot for pages larger than one screen and edit them instantly, Finally, your questions on taking and editing screenshots are answered.

When you may want to take a screenshot?

You may think you will never take a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S6. But this is probably not true.

Whenever you want to or need  show someone remotely the screen of Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge, e.g.,

• Technical support for Galaxy S6 and S6 edge remotely ;
• Requesting help for some apps;
• bragging the achievement in a game;
• showing booking proofs or ordering info;
• sharing some key information on a website, or a location in the Google Map (not everyone always has an internet connection).

You will then find a  screenshot on can solve all these issues.

Of course, if you need to share some eye-catching contents with your friends through MMS or social networks, a screenshot can be a better option.

If you share the article using sharing buttons on most websites, people need to open the browser to read it online.

3 ways to take a screenshot on Galaxy S6 without using any apps

Someone may think taking a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S6 is too geeky or difficult.

Actually, it is very easy and simple, partially thanks to the home button in the Galaxy S6.

You do not need any apps to take a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S6.  Actually most such apps require root.

In this guide, I will show you 3 different methods of taking a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S6 without using any apps, or connecting to other devices.

In short, you can take screenshots on the phone directly without using any apps.

The three methods to take screenshots on Samsung Galaxy S6 are:

1. Use buttons. Pressing and holding Power + Home button simultaneously.
2. Palm swipe. Swiping your palm over the screen from the right side or left side of the screen.
3. Using the Assistant menu. Ther is a screenshot button in the Assistant menu,

These three methods work identically on Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

Method 1: use Home button + Power button

The first method for taking a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S6 is to press and hold the Power button and Home button simultaneously.… Read the rest

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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge is the first smartphone with two curved display edges.  Some people feel it is better than Galaxy S6 when holding it in hands. Some may dislike it and choose the conventional Samsung Galaxy S6.

Due to the curved edges in left and right side, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge layout is slightly different from that of Galaxy S6.  For Galaxy S6 without curved edges, please check this page for the layout.

This page is for Samsung Galaxy S6 edge layout, not Samsung Galaxy S6 layout.

The front view of Galaxy S6 edge layout is illustrated below.

In the front of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find

• 2 edge screens (one on the left, the other on the right)
• LED indicator
• Proximity/light sensor
• Touch screen
• Home button with fingerprint sensor
• Recent Apps button
• Back button
• Front camera

In the bottom of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find:

• Headset jack
• Microphone
• Loud speaker
• MicroUSB port (multipurpose jack)

In the right side of your Galaxy S6 edge, you can find:

• Power button

The rear view of Galaxy S6 edge layout is illustrated as below.

In the back of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find:

• Rear camera (main camera)
• LED flash for main camera
• Heart-rate monitor sensor

The location of the GPS antenna, main antenna, wireless charging coil, and NFC antenna are also illustrated.

In the left side of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find the volume button (volume up and down)

In the top of Galaxy S6 edge, you can find:

• SIM card tray 
• Microphone
• Infrared port (which you use to control your TV).

After knowing the Galaxy S6 edge layout, you need pay attention to the location of antenna area.  You should not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery in Galaxy S6 edge.

If you want to use a screen protector for Galaxy S6 edge, using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

Unlike Galaxy S5, Galaxy S6 edge is NOT water resistant. So, you should not allow water to contact the Galaxy S6 edge touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. in most regions, water damage to Galaxy S6 edge is not covered by standard warranty.

Do you know Galaxy S6 edge layout now?

If you have any questions on Galaxy S6 edge layout, please let us know in the comment box below.… Read the rest

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Update: added section of “How to disable Galaxy S6 multi window?“

What is Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window?

Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window lets you run two or more apps at the same time in foreground. In other words, you can run two or more apps side by side (or floating over each other) in Galaxy S6.

By default, when you start an app in Android, the app will occupy the screen and you cannot access the screen (UI) of another app without pushing current app to background (for example, by tapping home button). In other words, Android apps always try to occupy the whole screen (except the status bar).

With improved hardware and larger screen size in smartphones and tablets, it is nature that you may want to run multiple apps side by side, just like what you can do on a PC.

Unfortunately, Android does not have an universal solution for multiple windows on the screen, although Android is a multi-tasking OS from day one.

Samsung first introduced multi window feature for Galaxy Note devices because of its giant size (in 2011 standard). It was later introduced and polished in Galaxy S devices.

So, Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window is not a new feature. It is actually quite stable and reliable, although it is a resource hogger.

Anyway, Galaxy S6 has sufficient resource for multi window to run smoothly.

Please note, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge has an identical multi window feature as Galaxy S6. So, this guide also applies to Samsung Galaxy S6 edge multi window.

What are the two types of Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window?

Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window allows two type of views (as shown below):

• split screen view. Two apps share the screen without overlapping. You can adjust the size and location of  for one app. The other app will take the rest of the screen.
• pop-up view. Two or more apps float on the screen. They can overlap, partially overlap with each other. You can move and re-size them individually without affecting others.

Use split screen view in Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window?

How to launch Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window in split screen view?

To launch split screen view for Samsung Galaxy S6 multi window, you can choose one of the two methods:

• Tap the Recent apps button, then select first app from the list.

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On August 13, Samsung launched the 5.7″ version of Galaxy S6 edge: Galaxy S6 edge+ (together with Galaxy Note 5).  This page is a collection of official Samsung Galaxy edge+ user manual in all languages.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual will help you use the Galaxy S6 edge+ properly and effectively, especially for Galaxy S6 edge+ owners who are not familiar with Samsung Galaxy devices.

All Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual is in PDF format. You can download and read on any devices: smartphone, tablet or PC with a PDF reader. You can also print them out if you still prefer the hard-copy.

If you own a Galaxy S6, you can find Galaxy S6 user manual here.

If you own a Galaxy S6 edge, you can find Galaxy S6 edge user manual here.

For all Galaxy S6 devices (S6, S6 edge, and S6 edge+) , you may also check our detailed Galaxy S6 how-to guides page and detailed Galaxy S6 online manual page to know and use your S6 better.

If you cannot find the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual in your language or for your S6 edge+ model, please  let us know in the comments section below.

1. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual in English language for International versions (SM-G928, Android Lollipop 5.1, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa and Asia)

This English version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual is for Galaxy S6 edge+ sold in Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The corresponding model number is SM-G928F, SM-G928C, SM-G928G, SM-G928I and SM-G9287C.

If you cannot find the Galaxy S6 edge+ User Manual for your Galaxy S6 edge+, you can try  this user guide.

Download link (in PDF): Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ User Manual in English language for International versions (SM-G928, Android Lollipop 5.1, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa and Asia)

2. AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual in American English (SM-G928A, Android Lollipop 5.1, AT&T, US only)

This AT&T American English version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manual is only for Galaxy S6 edge+ sold to AT&T customers in USA. The corresponding model number is SM-G928A.

If your Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ was not bought from AT&T, the features (especially the pre-installed apps) describe in this AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user guide may be different from those in your Galaxy S6 edge+.… Read the rest

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Welcome to the magic land of Galaxy S6 Guide.

Galaxy S6 Guide@GadgetGuideOnline is a dedicated technical community for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge users.

Mission

To help every Galaxy S6 and S6 edge owners.

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We produce and share the best guides for you to use galaxy S6 and S6 edge properly, and effectively.

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Our logo is simple. S6 indicates the community is on Galaxy S6. GGO indicates that we are part of the GadgetGuideOnline network.

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You can find the detailed user guides to power up your experience with your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.

As a technical community, you are welcomed to participate in all discussions. Share your thoughts and comments in corresponding pages. Comments are open in all pages.

Galaxy S6 Guide@GadgetGuideOnline does NOT cover all topics. The focus is how to use Galaxy S6 and S6 edge effectively.

Contents

The contents are organized through various sections on the website. You can navigate the site through the menu on top of the site.

You may also navigate from this page.

Galaxy S6 User Guide (PDF) in your own language

• For S6: Samsung Galaxy S6 User Manual (PDF) in different languages.
• For S6 edge: Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User Manual (PDF) in different languages

Galaxy S6 online user manual or How-to guides

• Galaxy S6 How-to guides. Galaxy S6 how-to guides show you detailed steps to use certain features, or solve specific problems on Galaxy S6 or S6 edge. These Galaxy S6 how-to guides are updated regularly. The guides are for both Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.
• Galaxy S6 online manual. The Galaxy S6 online manual shows you how to use Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.
• Galaxy S6 camera guide. How to use the best smartphone camera in your Galaxy S6 and S6 edge? We have some guides for you.

Galaxy S6 buyer guide

• Galaxy S6 buyer guides. Galaxy S6 buyer guides show you how to maximize the value of your money to get most suitable gadgets for you. For example, whether Galaxy S6 is for you, whether you should get Galaxy S6 edge or S6. Of course, you can also find the Galaxy S6 case guide to help you find a suitable case within your badget, and guides for other accessories.
• Galaxy S6 reviews. The reviews of Galaxy S6 will be posted on the website regularly to hep you better understand the pros and cons of Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.

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What’s Galaxy S6 developer options?

Just like other Android devices, Samsung Galaxy S6 developer options are mainly for developers. Developers can test their apps in Galaxy S6 (and Galaxy S6 edge)  under various simulated scenarios, for example, how the app performs  under low memory situation.

Galaxy S6 developer options also provide some useful features for advanced Android users.  For example, you may want to run some ADB commands on Galaxy S6, or take a lot of screenshots on Galaxy S6 (if you just take a few screenshots on Galaxy S6 directly, please follow this guide.), or control and animation speed, or record the Galaxy S6 screen.

Please note, Samsung Galaxy S6  developer options are identical to those of Galaxy S6 edge. So this guide also applies to Samsung Galaxy S6 edge developer options.

How to enable and access Galaxy S6 developer options?

Since Android Jelly Bean 4.2, the developer options have been hidden by default  in all Android phones. The main purpose of hiding developer options is to avoid the accidental usage of these options. Some options, especially those for app testing,  may adversely affect the performance of the phone.

So, when you get Samsung Galaxy S6  or S6 edge, the developer options are hidden.  You need enable (un-hide) it first before you can use Galaxy S6 developer options.

Here are the steps you can follow to enable and access Galaxy S6 developer options.

Step 1: Go to Settings—About device.

Step 2: Tap Build number 7 times.

After tapping build number two or more times, the notifications will be shown on the screen telling you the progress:

You are now X steps away from being a developer.

After tapping the build number 7 times, you will be notified you are a developer.

Now, Galaxy S6 developer options will be available in the Settings menu.

Step 3:  Go to Settings — Developer options.

In the Settings menu, you can find the Developer options right above About device.

Tap Developer options.

Step 4: Enable Galaxy S6  Developer options.

In Developer options page, drag the switch to right to turn it on. The color should change to green as shown below.

Step 5: Use Galaxy S6 Developer options.

For example, you want to turn on USB debugging on Galaxy S6. You can tap USB debugging as shown below. This will enable USB debugging for Galaxy S6.

Full list of Galaxy S6 developer options

Please note, most of the Galaxy S6 developer options are for app developers or Android hackers.  … Read the rest

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Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge were released with Android Lollipop 5.0. They were later updated to Android Lollipop 5.1 in almost all regions.

Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update was released earlier this month in a few regions.  More and more Galaxy S6 owners can enjoy Android Marshmallow (Android 6.0) on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.

This Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update page was created to answer your questions on Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update.

Detailed guides showing you how to use the new features in Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update will be added gradually.

For other Galaxy S6 how-to guides, please check this page.

For Galaxy S6 online manual, please check this page.

You can also read and download PDF version of official Galaxy S6 user manul,  Galaxy S6 edge user manual and Galaxy S6 edge+ manual inn your own languages.

Here are the list of Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update guides.

More guides will be released gradually. If you cannot find the Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update guide, you may check this page later or post your question/request in the comment box below.

1. Top 10 new features in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6

   Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 brings many new features and under-the-hood improvements. This Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update guide explains to you the top 10 new features you will enjoy in Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update: fingerprint as a backup security measure; customizable lock screen; new app permission control; dose mode; revamped quick settings panel; scroll capture (smart capture); new Google settings and Now on tap; video collage and live broadcast camera modes; auto factory reset and auto restart and more edge screen functions. These top new features and many other improvements in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6 may justify the update. Read on.…

2. FAQs on Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6?

   You may have some questions on Galaxy S6 Android Marshmallow update, e.g., when you will get Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, how to solve performance or battery drain issues after installing Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6. These guide will help you make better decision and usage of Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6. This guide will give you answers.

3. Changes on using fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6 in Android Marshmallow update for Galaxy S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+

   Samsung made substantial changes on the usage of fingerprint to unlock Galaxy S6 in this Android Marshmallow update.

… Read the rest

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Download the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual for your Galaxy S6 edge.  They are all in PDF format, so you can download and read them offline. We try to cover all local language versions of the  Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual in this page.

For Galaxy S6, the official user manuals in many local languages are located ion this page.

For Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ user manuals, they are located in this page.

If you want to read Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual online, please check our Galaxy S6 online manual page.

For detailed how-to guides on how to use Samsung Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6, please check our Galaxy S6 how-to guides page.

If you cannot find Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual in your language, please let us know in the comment box below. We will try to add and update this page as early as we can.

Please note, in different regions, there are some variations of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge. The bundled apps in different regions, or for different carriers, may be different. The local language version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual is usually for specific regions. For example, a simplified Chinese version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual for Chinese market is different from that for Southeast Asia or international market.

So, it is important to check both the language and the targeted market, if possible, when choosing the proper Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual.

To read the PDF version of these official Samsung Galaxy S6 edge user manual on PC, you can download the official and free Adobe PDF reader.

If you going to read the manual on your Galaxy S6 edge or other Android phones, you can install the official Adobe Acrobat PDF reader from Play store. Most office apps and Google Drive can also handle PDF files.

1. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User Manual in English for International versions (SM-G925, Android Lollipop 5.0, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa and Asia)

This English version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User Manual is for Galaxy S6 edge sold in Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The corresponding model number is SM-G925F, SM-G925FQ and SM-G925I.

If you cannot find the Galaxy S6 edge User Manual for your Galaxy S6 edge, you can try this user guide.… Read the rest

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Samsung Galaxy S6 has so many features. These Samsung Galaxy S6 How-to Guides will help you to explore and better use your latest gadget: Galaxy S6.

This is a live page and will be updated regularly. In other words, more and more Samsung Galaxy S6 guides will be added.

You may also check Galaxy S6 online user manual page for using Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

If you want to download the official Galaxy S6 user guide (in PDF), you may check this page for Galaxy S6, and this page for Galaxy S6 edge.

If you cannot find the Galaxy S6 guides  you are looking for, please feel free to leave you questions or problems in the comment box below. The community will try to find a solution or an answer for you.

We also put camera related guides in the Galaxy S6 camera guide page.

1. How to use edge screen on Galaxy S6 edge?  (for Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+)

   Edge screen is the unique feature of Galaxy S6 edge. You actually paid about additional $100 for the two curved edges. This guide shows you what edge screen can do for you and how to set configure and use the edge screen. Read on…

2. How to use apps edge in Galaxy S6 edge plus (S6 edge+)? (for Galaxy S6 edge+ only)

   Apps edge is one of the unique features in Galaxy S6 edge+. It adds more functions to the existing edge screen in Galaxy S6 edge. This Galaxy S6 guide answers all questions you may have on the unique apps edge feature in Galaxy S6 edge+: what’s apps edge in Galaxy S6 edge+? How to enable and access Galaxy S6 edge+ apps edge? How to add, order and delete apps in apps edge? Read on…

3. How to disable Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen? (for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+)

   If you are annoyed by the Flipboard Briefing on Galaxy S6 home screen, I will show you how to disable it in this guide.

4. How to change Galaxy S6 wallpapers? (for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+)

   Galaxy S6 theme is a great feature in Galaxy S6.  You can customize the look (home screen, lock screen, apps screen and some apps as well)  of Galaxy S6 and S6 edge easily with the free Galaxy S6 themes.  

… Read the rest

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Please Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge share identical SIM card type and identical card slot location. This guide applies to both Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

What’s Galaxy S6 SIM card size?

SIM (Subscriber identity module) card is an essential device for you to use your carrier’s network. Normally, SIM card comes with 4 different types (sizes):

1. Full-size  SIM
2. Mini-SIM
3. Micro-SIM
4. Nano-SIM

Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge use nano-SIM card, which is the smallest in size. In other words, Galaxy S6 SIM card size should be nano-SIM (4FF).

For your information, Galaxy S5 uses Micro-SIM. This means Galaxy S6 cannot use the old SIM card in your Galaxy S5. You need get a new SIM card from your carrier.

Some carriers may issue SIM cards that can be sued for both Micro-SIM and nano-SIM. You need use the inner part of such SIM cards.

Do not try to cut the nano-SIM card by yourself. If you damage the circuit in the SIM card, the SIM card may not function properly or be damaged,

How to insert Galaxy S6 SIM card?

To insert Galaxy S6 SIM card, please follow these 4 steps as shown below.

Step 1: Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.

Galaxy S6 SIM card tray is located in the right side of your Galaxy S6 phone. Please refer to Galaxy S6 layout page to locate SIM card tray if you have any doubts.

Galaxy S6 edge SIM card tray is located in the top side of your Galaxy S6 edge. Please refer to Galaxy S6 edge layout page to locate SIM card tray.

You need ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, Galaxy S6 may be damaged.

Step 2:  Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

Step 3: Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.

Step 4: Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

How to remove Galaxy S6 SIM card?

To remove Galaxy S6 SIM card, please follow these 4 steps as shown below.

Step 1. Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.

Step 2.  Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

… Read the rest

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