Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+ probably is the last major update for these 3 devices. Samsung usually released two major Android updates for their flagship phones.
There are many new features and improvements in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+.
This guide will try to give you the most important and practical info related to Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+.
Where are the updated user manuals for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
We have the updated user manuals for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+ with Android Nougat update.
You can download a copy in your own languages or read it online.
For Galaxy S6 with Android Nougat update, the updated user manuals can be found here.
For Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+ with Android Nougat update, the updated user manuals can be found here.
Please note, if you cannot find the language you want, you may leave your request in corresponding pages. We will try to add them.
When will I get the Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+?
It really depends on your region and carrier.
Major Android update requires the approval from carriers. In addition, the update is always rolled in stages.
Anyway, if you haven’t got Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+, you have to wait.
Do not flash the phone with firmware for other regions. You may brick the phone.
New status icons in Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge Nougat update
There are a couple of new icons in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
If you encounter any new icons, you may check this guide.
How to use the new multi-window feature in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
Multi window feature is getting better in Samsung’s Android Nougat update.
If you want to learn about the new features including split-screen view action, using more than 2 apps simultaneously, launching an app in pop-up view mode directly, managing floating app icons, please check this guide.
You can now customize the layout of quick setting buttons, in addition to ordering them.
In addition, there are also some new features in quick setting buttons
Please check this guide on how to use these new features for quick setting buttons in Android Nougat update.
How to use new camera app features in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
The camera app was re-designed in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
There are a couple of new features including:
- New camera preview screen.
- New gestures to switch front/rear camera.
- You can only use the gesture to access Galaxy S6 camera modes. The button was removed in this Android Nougat update.
- New gesture to access Galaxy S6 camera effects.
- Quick settings are now camera mode aware.
Please read this guide on detailed usage of these new camera features.
How to clear number badge in Android Nougat udpate for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
Android Nougat update allows you to directly clear number badge in Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+ from home screen without opening the app.
Here is the guide showing you how to clear number badge without reading the messages.
How to adjust the screen resolution in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+?
The default screen resolution was scaled down to full HD 1080p in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
You can follow this guide to manually adjust the screen resolution for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
How to use screen zoom to adjust the size of icons, notifications, and lock screen keypads in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+?
Screen zoom (display size) is a new feature in Android Nougat.
You can use screen zoom to adjust the size of icons, notifications, and lock screen keypads for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
Please read this guide on how to use screen zoom in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
How to use and customize performance mode in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
Samsung introduced 3 performance modes: game, entertainment and high performance, in this Android Nougat update.
By default, after applying Nougat update, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will enter “optimized” mode, which is optimized for normal daily usage.
You can follow this guide to learn how to use and customize performance modes on your Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+.
How to show brightness control above notification panel in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+?
In Android Nougat update, brightness control was moved below the quick settings buttons, not above notifications. You can change the settings to show brightness control above notification panel.
If you cannot find the brightness control after applying Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy S6 edge+, or if you want to show brightness control above notification panel, this guide will give you the answer.
How to use, customize and schedule blue light filter in Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
Blue light filter, which makes night reading more comfortable, is now available in Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
This guide shows you how to use and customize and schedule a blue light filter.
Do you have any questions on Android Nougat Update Guide for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+?
If you have any questions on Android Nougat update for Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+, or if you want to share your thoughts, please let us know in the comment box below.
You may check Galaxy S6 online manual page or Galaxy S6 how to guides for detailed Galaxy S6 guides
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Debbie says
I have the Galaxy s6 edge and my absolute favorite thing about it was the people edge with color. I was so helpful and I used it all the time. Now there is no color so it doesn’t matter at all when you get a notification because you don’t know who it’s from or what it is from these people. I’d really like to know how to get rid of the update. The feature I just mentioned was the reason I bought the phone and might as well get rid of it if I can’t get it back. I’d appreciate any help you can give me.
simon says
You can visit local Samsung service center and ask them to flash the old Marshmallow firmware. Don’t do it by yourself unless you know also to are doing.
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Debbie says
Thanks so much. I’ll give that a try.
David king says
Considering this post is about the Galaxy S6 nougat every link you supply is about the S7 and none of it applies to the S6, you seriously need to start doing a bit of research!!
simon says
The Android Nougat firmware for S6 and S7 is very similar. What difference are you referring to?
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Anric says
I agree with David king. S6 Edge doesn’t really support the changing of screen resolution. Samsung did not implement it on their Nougat update. There’s no option in the settings, checked it myself.
simon says
In S6, no, screen resolution cannot be adjusted. But in S6 Edge+, it is available.
Not sure about S6 edge because both of our s6 edge devices died already.
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Uzaid Zain says
I just updated my s6 edge to android version nougat 7.0. Now i dont know how to move/copy contacts.. If any one know that help me plzz.. its my humble request..
Text me in REMOVED
Tnx guyzzz…
simon says
From where to where? You can tell us what you want to do in detail and what’s the problem you get.
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asm says
How I can add multiple user in Samsung galaxy s6 android nougat?
simon says
Samsung removed multiple user support on all of their phones. You can try secure folder to use two copies of apps as explained in this guide https://gadgetguideonline.com/s8/how-to-use-galaxy-s8-secure-folder-in-galaxy-s8-and-s8/
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