The Nexus 6 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update launched in early October, but multiple owners with T-Mobile Nexus 6 never received the update. We still have good news today with the T-Mobile software update. finally ready and it should arrive from today.
At the end of September, Google officially announced Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software to replace Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. He was finally released on 5 October. For whatever reason, all versions of the Nexus 6 received an update to Marshmallow, except those on T-Mobile. Now, nearly two months later, it’s finally here.
Today, T-Mobile’s chief project manager confirmed on Twitter that after rigorous testing, the Nexus 6 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update has finally been approved and should start rolling out to all owner devices soon. Read on for more details.
The Nexus 6 Android 6.0 update has been available since early October and how to link to the above will work just fine for all Nexus 6 owners. Google’s factory images will allow the Nexus 6 to work on all carriers, including T-Mobile. However, T-Mobile Nexus 6 users are advised to use the T-Mobile-specific build, not the generic version of Android 6.0 for all Nexus 6, because T-Mobile uses certain bands for 4G LTE signals.
Essentially what this means is that other software versions work just fine and those with a Nexus 6 on T-Mobile can use them, but for the best experience, a T-Mobile-approved Marshmallow update is best. Band 12 4G LTE caused lag.
The official T-Mobile Nexus 6 Marshmallow update with build number “MRA58X” is the T-Mobile version. It has 12 4G LTE carrier bands with a stronger signal, works in more places (like basements) also adds WiFi calling and works with emergency 911 service. This was a critical part of the update and was the reason for the delay.
Everything above was pretty technical. So what all T-Mobile Nexus 6 owners really need to know is that the Marshmallow update is finally available and should arrive today or within the next week. Their phones will have the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow with tons of new features linked to the above.
Some of these new features include improved security, better battery life with Android 6.0 “Doze”, permission controls, a smoother interface with better performance and animation effects, Google Now on Tap, better voice controls and much more. The comparison above is a great starting point to know exactly what’s new.
Users can wait for the update to arrive or go to settings > about phone > manually check for updates. However, those who don’t want to wait can always flash the update using our how-to guide at the top of the page. Again, with that in mind, the update directly from T-Mobile will deliver the best experience.
T-Mobile has stated that the update may be coming “soon”, so no exact date has been given. We’ll update when we have more details.