Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (9.7): Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update rolling out to users in Germany

Samsung has started seeding Android's 6.0.1 Marshmallow update to Galaxy Tab S2 9.7-inch variant users in Germany. The Tab S2 with model no T815 with support for 4G LTE connectivity is directly getting an upgrade from the Android 5.0 Lollipop version.

The firmware version T815XXU2BPD6 is being seeded with build no MMB29KT815XXU2BPD6. Android's April security patch is also part of the Marshmallow update. Samsung is yet to roll out the Android Marshmallow update to the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0-inch model.

As of now, the rollout has only been spotted in Germany and some parts of Italy but soon other European countries can expect the OTA update. As for users of the device residing in US, the update should come via their specific carrier networks.

The Android 6.0 Marshmallow update brings features like Google Now On Tap, Doze Mode, changes to app permissions and quick settings. Additionally, Samsung is seeding a multi-user mode to the Galaxy Tab S2 with this update where users can create multiple user accounts and share the tablet with their family members or friends without exposing their private data.

Despite Samsung having a plethora of models, the Korean giant has been swift in releasing constant OS updates to its devices. So far it has rolled out the Android Marshmallow update to devices like the Galaxy S5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Edge+, Galaxy Note Edge and Galaxy Note 4.