June security patch + firmware update, Global G935F, rolling out

[Alanhd]

How do you clear the cache partition? I'm planning a factory rest anyway when I get time, so will this do it anyway?

Turn the phone off:
Hold volume up/ power and home button,
After the android saying installing updates scroll down with volume keys to clear cache partition and power selects

 

[ironass]

Well, at least we know why there is a jump in the changelist number for the latest PEQ and PF2 firmware releases for the Global, Exynos, model that include the June security patch as well. It would seem that Samsung have also included, among other things, improvements to the camera, as this GSMArena report shows...

"The camera improvements that the update brings along include a fix for an issue where initial video playback flickers after recording has been resolved, as well as an issue where previews of specific routes are shown in red or green.

Other bugs that have been fixed include an occasional cover recognition issue as well as an issue where recorded videos were not shown in Quick View after recording was stopped.

Rolling out in several countries worldwide (including the UK), the update reportedly weighs in at 329MB in Europe, while in several other regions it's only around 70MB."

Source

 

[goldenstate]

Hurray, just finished downloading! G935F in USA (Saudi Arabia version purchased via ebay). Will post screenshot with build #, etc after install.

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And here is the screenshot:

 

[Wizzy]

Just installed the update. Video stabilization is GREATLY improved. Rock solid at full zoom now. Too early to tell if battery life is where it was when I bought it.

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[DISC2]

EGY in USA is updated! Size was somewhere around 333MB

 

[pjwk81]

Just installed the update. Video stabilization is GREATLY improved. Rock solid at full zoom now. Too early to tell if battery life is where it was when I bought it.

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Only been today but from first impressions I'd say battery is greatly improved but not quite what it initially was. The standby drain seems a whole lot better.

 

[aldo82]

How is everyone's battery life after this? Now it's settled I'd say mine is no better. If anything, maybe a bit worse! Maybe I'm going to have to try a factory reset

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[pjwk81]

How is everyone's battery life after this? Now it's settled I'd say mine is no better. If anything, maybe a bit worse! Maybe I'm going to have to try a factory reset

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Mine was great for a couple of days and then just went straight back to what it was today. Had been no more than 40 minutes Stay Awake, but over 12 hours today.
Did the reset and all but still awful. I wish I could get the drivers working to go back two firmwares ago.

 

[Abby Normal]

mine seems to be about the same.... I was hoping for a bit better...

 

[Alanhd]

Mines improved. 21hrs and still on 50%.

 

[torbach1]

If you had a US Snapdragon version and are an audiophile, and now have the opportunity to buy a global 935F model, would you do it? It would mean selling my US version at a loss. So it would cost me around $250.

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[chanchan05]

If you had a US Snapdragon version and are an audiophile, and now have the opportunity to buy a global 935F model, would you do it? It would mean selling my US version at a loss. So it would cost me around $250.

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If you are an audiophile I'd suggest you get an HTC 10 instead. It's still better for audio than the Exynos S7 as far as I know.

 

[torbach1]

If you are an audiophile I'd suggest you get an HTC 10 instead. It's still better for audio than the Exynos S7 as far as I know.

Thanks. I've been considering it, and had a look at the HTC, but didn't like the screen, port it's size compared to the edge. If they had a version with a 5.5" screen Is probably go that direction. I also considered the V10, but it has too many issues unfortunately. Oh well, in every other respect, I absolutely love my S7 edge. Plus getting the international version for use in the US I assume means I'll lose Samsung Pay.

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[chanchan05]

Thanks. I've been considering it, and had a look at the HTC, but didn't like the screen, port it's size compared to the edge. If they had a version with a 5.5" screen Is probably go that direction. I also considered the V10, but it has too many issues unfortunately. Oh well, in every other respect, I absolutely love my S7 edge. Plus getting the international version for use in the US I assume means I'll lose Samsung Pay.

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Or you can just go Bluetooth headset to get full digital quality.

 

[torbach1]

Or you can just go Bluetooth headset to get full digital quality.

Isn't Bluetooth the lowest quality unless you get a headset with AptX? Even then, does AptX compare with wired? Is the DAC in the Bluetooth headset? On a related note, with Android Auto, which DAC is used? Anyone know? Thanks. FWIW, I tried the Exynos side by side an hour ago. It definitely has a fair amount better sound. It's clearer and more punchy with wired Bose QC25 headset. But not sure if it's that much better that it's worth the spend.

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[ironass]

More firmware releases for the Global S7 Edge, Exynos, model, G935F, from Samsung on the latest build, 1st June, release, PF2, on changelist #8252943, (see post #42)...

United Kingdom/Ireland
Romania (Cosmote)
Mauritius
Germany
Germany (1&1)
Norway (Telenor)
Portugal (TPH)
Bosnia Herzegovina
Egypt
Saudi Arabia (STC)
Iraq
Iran
Bonia Herzegovina (BH Telecomm)
Hungary
Bulgaria
Greece
Open Austria
Afghanistan
Libya

Check via OTA or Samsung Smart Switch.

(It can be seen that unbranded models, again, dominate in this list)

 

[chanchan05]

Isn't Bluetooth the lowest quality unless you get a headset with AptX? Even then, does AptX compare with wired? Is the DAC in the Bluetooth headset? On a related note, with Android Auto, which DAC is used? Anyone know? Thanks. FWIW, I tried the Exynos side by side an hour ago. It definitely has a fair amount better sound. It's clearer and more punchy with wired Bose QC25 headset. But not sure if it's that much better that it's worth the spend.

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Depending on the headset you use of course. You can get something with A2DP, and/or AptX, and get decent audio. Also something that supports BT3.0 or higher.

Saying that bluetooth is the worst quality is a sort of urban myth. It depends on the headset you use. The cheaper ones are indeed worse because they may not use the music enhancing protocols, but once you start getting to contemporary mid range models, quality starts to even out until difference is hardly noticeable. I think wired headsets pull away again in the high range though.

Personally I'm interested in the 2nd gen Level Ons for a headset. They can be used via Bluetooth, as well as having a cable jack for use as wired headset.

 

[anon(27512)]

Just got the June security patch on ATT.

 

[ironass]

Just got the June security patch on ATT.

Unfortunately, not the same update the Global model is receiving direct from Samsung.

 

[Hubszo]

Significantly worse battery life with major drain from:
1. Android System,
2. Screen,
3. Android OS
4. Cell standby

Additionally I had to set fingerprint recognition again due to very finicky after update.
Anyway I'm pretty disappointed after great start with S7e in April