The firmware is also recommended for users who want to participate in Marshmallow Beta program for Galaxy S6/S6 edge because the Marshmallow program is only for UK users and users who want to get Marshmallow beta version should need to install the UK 5.1.1 Lollipop firmware on their S6 and S6 edge to get the Marshmallow Beta update. We will use Odin to install the firmware on Galaxy S6/S6 edge. Odin Samsung’s official tool for installing firmwares and update files on Samsung Android devices. So follow the instructions below to Update Galaxy S6/S6 edge to 5.1.1 Lollipop BTU (UK) Official . Before proceeding read the necessary instructions and disclaimer.
The following method is only for Galaxy S6 model no SM-G920F and Galaxy S6 edge model no SM-G925F. Do not try this on any other phone. You should not do this if you are completely unaware of this process. Remember that if something wrong happens with your device during or after the update then Droidopinions.com will not held responsible. Do at your own risk. The firmware is official so you won’t lose your warranty after installing it, Thanks
Confirm the model of your phone by going to settings»about phone. Make sure your device’s model no meets with above specified model of Galaxy S6 and S6 edge then proceed. Backup your important data like photos, videos, contacts, messages etc to avoid data loss in case you need to reset your device. Charge your Galaxy S6/S6 edge up to 70% to minimize power issues. Your PC should have Samsung USB drivers installed.
Also See: Install and Run Marshmallow Beta on Galaxy S6/S6 edge
What you will need
Galaxy S6: 5.1.1 Lollipop BTU-S6 G920F Galaxy S6 edge: 5.1.1 Lollipop BTU-S6 edge G925F Download: Odin v3.09 Download: Samsung USB Drivers Follow the steps below to install 5.1.1 lollipop BTU firmware on Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.
Step-1
Download firmware on the PC compatible with your device. Extract the firmware. You will get a tar.md5 file after extraction. Now download the Odin v3.09 and extract it too.
Step-2
On your phone, go to Settings»Developer Options, scroll down and enable the USB Debugging mode. If you don’t find developer options then go to Settings»About Phone and tap on Build No seven times repeatedly to activate developer options on your phone.
Step-3
After that turn off your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge.
Step-4
Enter into download mode by pressing Home+Volume Down+Power buttons for few seconds and release when a warning screen appears. Press the Volume UP button from the warning screen to get in to Download Mode.
Step-5
Now launch Odin on your computer and connect your Galaxy S6/S6 edge to the computer.
Step-6
The ID:COm box in Odin will turn blue after you connect your device to the Odin. This means that your device is connected successfully.
Step-7
In Odin click on AP option and choose the extracted (tar.md5) Lollipop firmware compatible with your device, downloaded in the first step. Make sure F.Reset Time and Auto Reboot options are checked in Odin and every other option is unchecked.
Step-8
After choosing the firmware, click on the Start button to begin the process. Odin will start installing the Lollipop OS on the phone. Wait for sometime for the completion of the process.
Note: If Odin stops at any point then disconnect your device from the PC and close Odin. Run Odin again and connect your device. Now repeat the procedure again.
Step-9
Odin will show a PASS message on the screen after finishing the installation process and your device will automatically reboot.
Step-10
Disconnect the device from the PC when your device restarts and wait for some time. At first start up, your phone will take some time to show up the homescreen. So have patience. And All Done!!!
Congrats guys, you have successfully updated your Galaxy S6/S6 edge to the 5.1.1 Lollipop firmware released for UK with BTU product code. Navigate to Settings»About Phone to verify the new software info. Hope you like our tutorial to Update Galaxy S6/S6 edge to 5.1.1 Lollipop BTU (UK) Official. If you have any problems then comment below. Now you can also participate in Marshmallow Beta Program to get Marshmallow beta update even if you don’t live in UK.
Fix if device stops at Boot Animation
If your device fails to show up home screen and constantly is in boot animation or Samsung Logo then you need to reset your phone from the system recovery. It is a common problem and occurs to most of the phones after the update process. Go to the link below to solve the problem Fix if device stops at Boot Screen So that was it guys. Our tutorial ends here. Hope you like it., Bye!! Please Like, Share and Subscribe. Comment below to share your views. Follow on twitter, facebook, GooglePlus
