The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is a great phone, but not perfect. In the weeks since launch, users have been complaining of a number of Galaxy Note Edge issues. With issues returning, we would like to take a look at five things you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge and its problems right now.
Last year, Samsung started rolling out Android 5.0 Lollipop to the Galaxy S5. Since then, the company has rolled out Android 5.0 Lollipop updates to a number of different devices, including the Galaxy Note Edge, the curved version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4.
Samsung’s Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update, like its other updates, brings a ton of big time features to the flagship Galaxy Note. Galaxy Note Edge Android 5.0 Lollipop upgrade works fine for some users, but we’ve also started hearing about Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop issues.
Not listed in the colorful Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop changelog are Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop issues that have plagued some owners of the device. In the last three months, we’ve seen a lot of complaints about the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update, especially after the update arrived in the US. These complaints only got worse as Samsung’s offering grew.
With the rise of Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Android 5.0 issues, we want to take a look at what we think are the top five things Galaxy Note Edge users should know about these issues. This will cover some of the biggest issues and also offer some potential fixes for common issues after Lollipop. Here’s what you need to know if you own a Galaxy Note Edge.
Prepare for Galaxy Note Edge Issues
The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop version has reached most users in the United States, although it is still missing for Verizon. It’s also missing for a number of international variants and carriers. We expect the update to make progress in May, which means now is a great time to prepare the Galaxy Note Edge and yourself for Lollipop.
Verizon and certain carriers around the world have been keeping quiet about their Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update plans, but it could be a blessing in disguise for some Galaxy Note Edge users.
Android updates are never perfect and the Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update has definitely had its fair share of problems. While Samsung and its carrier partners are doing their best to eliminate Lollipop issues, it’s nearly impossible to get rid of them all before they’re released.
There’s also no way to predict whether you will encounter Android 5.0 Lollipop issues on your Galaxy Note Edge, but there are some steps you should take to minimize the impact of the update on your phone and your life.
We’ve put together a few steps we think you should take before installing the Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update. These steps are simple, simple tips, but they’ve worked for us in the past. While they are aimed at novice users, they can come in handy for older Galaxy Note users.
If you prepare before the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Android 5.0 Lollipop update, you have done pretty much everything you can do to avoid Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop issues. You always take some risk when you upgrade to a new firmware, so you’ll want to be prepared and gather feedback before uploading.
Galaxy Note Edge Issues Plague Users
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge issues have been popping up for different models since the update was released in February. Most of these issues are limited to a few users, but that doesn’t make them any less important.
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge users complain problems with the camera, problems with photos, problems with data, tons of problems with dropped calls, problems with weather widget, Issues with Android’s Daydream feature, battery drain problems and more. The complaints aren’t as high as other devices, but that’s probably because the Galaxy Note Edge isn’t as common as Samsung’s other phones. It is a limited concept. Fewer users are not complaining as much as they used to.
We point out these issues so Galaxy Note Edge users can get an idea of what they’re facing when the Lollipop update arrives.
Our Experience
We’ve been using the AT&T Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop update for a few days now and haven’t had any noticeable issues so far.
Battery life remains stable after upgrading from Android 4.4. All connections are working normally, including LTE, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Both stock and third-party apps perform well after upgrading to Android 5.0. The device is still very fast and we did not notice any abnormal lag or slowdown.
Now, it’s important to note that software can be unpredictable. Problems usually occur weeks or even months after an update arrives. So, even though our variant is currently open, we may encounter some issues in the future. So far, still very good.
Fixes for Common Galaxy Note Edge Issues
In response to these Lollipop issues, we’ve put together a list of common issues and fixes for these common Galaxy Note Edge Lollipop issues. These fixes will work for some people, but not for others.
We’ve also put together a list of battery life fixes should your Galaxy Note Edge start to run out in the weeks after the Lollipop update.
While our fixes are a great starting point for those of you dealing with Lollipop issues, we recommend that you delve deeper into the carrier forums and Android-centric forums for help. The Android community is huge and the Galaxy Note Edge is a popular phone. Galaxy Note Edge users XDA Developers and other sites will help as we progress.
Bug Fix Updates and Android 5.1 MIA
Finally, it’s worth noting that we haven’t seen any carriers confirming bug fix updates for the Galaxy Note Edge. We’ve seen several Lollipop updates confirmed, but we haven’t seen any post-Lollipop updates confirmed. That doesn’t mean updates aren’t coming, it just means there might be a bit of a wait. That’s why it’s important to review these fixes right now.
It’s also good to know that Samsung has the Android 5.1 Lollipop update. It is expected to offer new features and bug fixes to the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, but it is still unclear whether it will reach the Galaxy Note Edge.
We recommend keeping an eye out as we delve deeper into the year. Samsung’s Android 5.1 could hit a number of devices, including Samsung’s curved Galaxy Note 4.
