Samsung Galaxy S getting Android 2.2.1 update as we speak!

Before you go “finally” I must disappoint you. The Android 2.2.1 update we’re talking about here doesn’t affect Galaxy S versions that are sold in the U.S. In other words, it is not available for those of you with the Samsung Fascinate, Vibrant, Captivate or Epic 4G. Unfortunately, some of you will still have to wait for another week or two.

Initially Galaxy S owners needed to have Samsung Kies software installed on their PCs, but soon afterwards the Korean company allowed for over-the-air update, as well.

It is said that Android 2.2.1 will take care of few bugs and security glitches, overall making the device more stable. Furthermore, some users have also reported their devices run faster after the update.

So what can I say? If you own the Samsung Galaxy S make sure to update it like right away. Before proceeding, however, it is advised that you backup all your data just in case something goes wrong. Good luck!

[Via: androinica]

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Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.

Brian

Awesome!!!
Brian

Not so awesome.
Anonymous

crappy camera, i might say. worse image processor.

and now lets talk about Samsung’s indifference to it’s market. i just bought my business its third android…and it’s back to HTC. I think I’ll wait for an HTC tablet too. Done with Samsung. Great screen, but an android device is more than a screen.
Adam

Wtf? Are you daft?

The 2.2 update for the non-US variants has been out for a WHILE now, and you JUST posted this today??

‘Before you go “finally”‘ ???

Fire this dude. He’s trippin’
Dave

Gotta say though Epic vs Evo, epics camera quality is extremely comparable to evo. Photo wise, It may be 3mp less but Evo’s pictures looked a bit smudged when zoomed in. Video wise, The HTC Evo delivers a 15-20fps poorly lit lack of comparason, Meanwhile Samsung Galaxy Epic has good lighting, smooth frame rate and a crisper image
Anonymous

This ain’t news. This is a under researched article by a person who knows NOTHING.
Akjhka

None yet here in Australia I have a European unbranded I9000.
http://www.facebook.com/dusan.belic Dusan Belic

This is 2.2.1.
And I was referring to U.S. variants.
Thanks for the comment though.
http://www.facebook.com/dusan.belic Dusan Belic

This is 2.2.1.
And I was referring to U.S. variants.
Thanks for the comment though.
Nosleeppdx

You were referring to US variants? But you said this:

“The Android 2.2.1 update we’re talking about here doesn’t affect Galaxy S versions that are sold in the U.S”

But the Vibrant is getting the update now. Suppose you coulda written that.
Rakz_hotmale

Before you comment you all need to do some research.

This article is in reference to 2.2.1 not 2.2, huge difference.

This update solves the lag with the froyo update.
Sgtdag

Updated SGS GT-I9000 to stock Froyo 2.2.1 ZSJPJ. Marginal increase in I/O ops, Quadrant ~1200. Stock browser no longer crashes on flash-intensive websites such as CNN and Washington Post, seen RAM amount increased to 339MB; vs 304MB previously.
Sgtdag

Updated SGS GT-I9000 to stock Froyo 2.2.1 ZSJPJ. Marginal increase in I/O ops, Quadrant ~1200. Stock browser no longer crashes on flash-intensive websites such as CNN and Washington Post, seen RAM amount increased to 339MB; vs 304MB previously.