Note : New updates are added at the bottom.
Original post (Jan 2) : Samsung Galaxy J6 was launched back in May 2018. The device was launched in Samsung’s budget phone J-series. Galaxy J6 was launched under the price tag of Rs.10,000 in India featuring a decent battery capacity and a list of features. Talking about the Android version of the device, J6 left the factory with Android Oreo, and currently running the Android Pie. Well, a lot of J6 owners are now asking if they will be getting the Android 10 update.
To recall, Samsung Galaxy J6 comes with a list of features. The budget device comes with a single-camera setup carrying 13MP sensor, Samsung’s in-house Exynos 7870 processor coupled with 3GB RAM and a 5.60-inch display with (720×1480) resolution.
Samsung Galaxy J6 Specifications –
Display | 5.60-inch (720×1480) |
Processor | Exynos 7 Octa 7870 |
RAM | 3 GB |
Internal Storage | 32 GB |
Front Camera | 8 MP |
Rear Camera | 13 MP |
Software | Android 8 |
Battery | 3000 mAh |
Coming back to the Android 10 update-track. You will be happy to know that Samsung Galaxy J6 will be getting the Android 10 based One UI 2.0 along with other Samsung devices. The Korean smartphone vendor has officially released the roadmap for Android 10 update. The list includes the flagship Galaxy S-series, A-series and other mid-rangers too. The new update has started to roll-out for Galaxy S and Note series.
Samsung Galaxy J6 Android 10 Update Release Date-
The Android 10 based One UI 2.0 update will make its way to the flagship series in the month of January and after that other Samsung, smartphone series will be getting the update. Talking specifically about the Galaxy J6 Android 10 release date, the update will start rolling out in June 2020.
Well, the new Android 10 update will roll out along with the security patch update, so, you can expect the update in the first week of June.
Note: Stay tuned! We will update the post with the latest news related to the Galaxy J6 Android 10 update
UPDATE : April 8
Samsung is now rolling out the Android 10 update for Galaxy J6 or SM-J600G model. The Android 10 update comes with the March security patch and the version number of the OTA Us J600GUBU6CTC8. As of now, the update is live in Panama; we hope it to arrive in other regions soon.
Changelog Below :
Here’s what’s new.
Dark mode
– Enhanced image, text, and color adjustments for day and night environments.
– Darkened wallpapers, widgets, and alarms while Dark mode is on.
Icons and colors
– Clearer app icons and system colors.
– Improved layouts for titles and buttons to eliminate wasted screen space.
Smoother animations
– Enhanced animations with a playful touch.
Full screen gestures
– Added new navigation gestures.
Refined interactions
– Navigate more comfortably on large screens with minimal finger movement.
– Easily focus on what matters with clearly highlighted buttons.
One-handed mode
– New ways to access One-handed mode: double tap the Home button or swipe down in the center of the bottom of the screen.
– Settings moved to Settings > Advanced features > One-handed mode.
Accessibility
– High contrast keyboards and layouts for large text have been improved.
– Listen to live speech and display it as text.
Better text over wallpapers
– See text more clearly against wallpaper, as One UI automatically adjusts font colors based on light and dark areas and color contrast in the image below.
Media and devices
– Replaced the SmartThings panel with the Media and Devices.
– Media: Control music and videos playing on your phone as well as other devices.
– Devices: Check and control your SmartThings devices directly from the quick panel.
Biometrics
– Added options for showing the fingerprint icon when the screen is off. You can choose to show it whenever you tap or keep it visible when the Always On Display is shown.
Device care
– The battery usage graph now provides more detailed information.
– Added battery limit setting and other enhancements for Wireless PowerShare.
Digital wellbeing
– Set goals to keep your phone usage in check.
– Use Focus mode to help avoid distractions from your phone.
– Keep an eye on your kids with new parental controls.
Camera
– Added the ability to edit the modes that appear at the bottom of the screen.
– Provided a More tab so you can quickly access hidden modes from the preview screen.
– Improved the layout so you can focus on taking pictures without the settings getting in the way.
Internet
– Customize the quick menu to get instant access to the features you use the most.
– Get more information from the app bar.
– Install add-ons from the Galaxy Store to get even more features.
Samsung Contacts
– Added Trash feature for Contacts. Contacts that you delete will stay in the trash for 15 days before being deleted forever.
Calendar
– Stickers can be added to a date without creating an event.
– Ringtones can be used for event alerts.
Reminder
– More options are available for repeating reminders.
– Set location-based reminders for a specific period of time.
– Share reminders with your family group and other sharing groups.
– Set reminders for a specific date without an alert.
My Files
– Created a Trash feature so you can restore files if you delete something by mistake.
– Added more filters you can use while searching to help you find things quickly.
– You can now copy or move multiple files and folders to different destinations at the same time.
Calculator
– Added speed and time units to the unit converter.
Connected car
– Android Auto is now preloaded.
Tips
– Added tips to help you get the most from your Galaxy.