Android L 5.0 Update Download & Release Date: Samsung Galaxy S5 Users In US Now Getting Update

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S5 in the US are finally getting a taste of the new Android L 5.0 Lollipop update. However, don't get too excited as only Verizon subscribers are getting it for now.

"Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce an operating system update to Android 5.0 Lollipop. This version brings Android beyond smartphones and tablets, allowing access to apps and Android services on other connected screens like TV's, cars and wearables. The new material design offers complex animations, 3-D views and improved runtime," an official statement from the company reads.

Design and Lockscreen

As promised, the new update brings new amazing and very colorful animations, themes, and 3D views. Notice the shortcuts for the Phone and Camera provided on the lockscreen. Expect an improvement on the notifications. Users can now set priorities and privacy on notifications on their lockscreen. Note that the on/off toggle button style has also been updated.

Floating action buttons

The new update also makes it easier for its users to add a new contact or compose a message with the floating action buttons.

Interruptions

Users can now choose from more advanced options in controlling their sound settings on the Interruptions. Users can now also set sounds or vibrations even if the phone is muted when getting priority notifications such as reminders or events. They can also set the downtime for more specific days and times.

Recents

Users can now easily access Google Chrome pages by checking in their Recent apps page. You can also multi-task through the multi-windows icons.

Verizon advises its users to free up to 1.7GB of memory for the upgrade. Estimated time to install the update is less than 25 minutes.

The update will be sent via Over-The-Air (OTA). When you have already received it, the download will automatically begin. After download completion, press Install Now. After installation, the phone will restart. On the screen, it will notify you that the installation has already completed. Tap OK. To verify if you got the update, proceed to Menu, then Settings, then About Phone.

Verizon S5 users can also do the upgrading themselves. Just go to Settings, then to About Phone, then Software Updates, then Check for Updates. Click Download Now. When the download is complete, press Install Now. After installation, the phone will restart. It will notify you that the installation has already completed. Tap OK.

Android Origin reports that the update was already received by S5 users in Poland, UK, Iraq, Sweden, Ireland, France, and South Korea. The most recent to receive the update are S5 users in Spain, Malaysia, and Russia.