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High-End Android Phones Powered with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

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Some smartphones featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 have already been launched in China, with many expecting a global release shortly after. A growing list of flagship smartphones are expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which was officially announced in late September 2025. The chipset is anticipated to power top-tier Android devices throughout late 2025 and 2026, with several phones already confirmed or heavily rumored. Xiaomi 17 series: The Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max were confirmed as the first phones to use this chip. The Pro and Pro Max models will include a secondary rear display. nubia REDMAGIC 11 Pro series: The gaming-focused nubia REDMAGIC 11 Pro series is set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. realme GT8 Pro: The realme GT8 Pro launched in China in October 2025 with the new Snapdragon chip and is expected to be released in international markets later. Honor Magic 8 series: The Honor Magic 8 series, which includes t...
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T-Mobile Galaxy S5 Android 5.1.1 Update version G900TUVU1FOF6, bringing Anti-theft Factory Reset Protection

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T-Mobile Galaxy S5 (SM-G900T) now gets the Android 5.1.1 update to build version G900TUVU1FOF6. The 5.1.1 update now brings the Anti-theft feature which is called Factory Reset Protection (FRP); this feature is basically an improved device security against smartphone thieves.  Along with the Android 5.1.1 update are  various bug fixes and device improvements. It might refer to improvements on some apps, camera, battery life, memory usage, network connectivity, and more.

All other major U.S. carriers and international Samsung Galaxy S5 might get the 5.1.1 update very soon.  T-Mobile is just a bit ahead when it comes to Android 5.1.1 update. Noting that before this Android 5.1.1 update arrived on Galaxy S5, the latter had also rolled out the first Android 5.1.1 update on Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920T) and the Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925T)  few days ago. Both 5.1.1 update has also offered the same features such as the Anti-Theft or Factory Reset Protection (FRP).

Some features found on Android 5.1.1 update:

The Quick Connect and the S Finder is now allows the Galaxy S5 users to remove an apps that they do not want to show in the notification shade.  The Camera App has now this exposure slider which also allows the owners to  adjust the photo exposure.  You can now also organize the apps alphabetically. Guest Mode which switches the device mode between the owner and other user.

Technical details:


Device name:  Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900T
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: G900TUVU1FOF6
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-5117004
Build Number: LMY47X.G900TUVU1FOF6




According to T-Mobile support, the G900TUVU1FOF6 5.1.1 update is available through Over-The-Air (OTA) update over Wi-Fi or using Samsung Kies or Samsung Smart Switch for PC.  The update file size is 694.99 MB to download  via OTA and around 1.5 GB while updating via Kies or Smart Switch. You may head-over to T-Mobile official support page for the full details on how to get the Android 5.1.1 update.
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  1. Taiful Islam1:01:00 PM

    I have flashed my S5 SM-900T 4.4.2 by a SM-900F 5.0 and my phone is unlocked for other carrier. If I flash it again using SM-900T 5.0, is there any chance to lock my phone again only for T-mobile....??

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  2. Emily J. Fox5:14:00 AM

    No, just don't do it, it may only brick your phone.

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  3. Zane8:38:00 PM

    How do I update my S5?

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  4. Emily J. Fox9:24:00 AM

    You can update either via Over The Air, (tap on Settings>About device>Software update>Check for update.) and by using Kies 3

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