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Apple's two failed iPhones in 2025

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The interest in the iPhone 17 series is high, particularly for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models, which are outselling their predecessors. The iPhone Air has a different tale to tell; sales haven't been great, with reports showing low demand and major production cuts.  In contrast to the heavily publicized flop of the iPhone Air, there hasn't been much info on how the iPhone 16e is doing in sales. Early reports suggested it was doing pretty well, but it seems that wasn't up to Apple's standards.  Sales of the iPhone 16e and iPhone Air aren't meeting Apple's expectations, as per info from leaker Fixed Focus Digital (source in Chinese). While no exact figures were shared, the leaker suggests that Apple's effort to launch a popular, budget-friendly iPhone hasn't succeeded. Even with the challenges, Apple is still set to roll out successors for both models. The iPhone 17e is anticipated to launch on time in spring 2026, whereas the iPhone Air ...
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Sprint Galaxy S6 and S6 edge May Security Updates [G920PVPS4DQE2 & G925PVPS4DQE2]

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Sprint Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge has also started receiving it's May security updates. A new Android 7.0 Nougat update dubbed as version  G920PVPS4DQE2 is hitting Sprint Galaxy S6 (SM-G920P). While the Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925P) also gotten its update to version G925PVPS4DQE2. These updates brings the May 1, 2017 Android security patch level, but as as well also includes some improvements to the earlier Nougat updates (G920PVPU4DQC7 and G925PVPU4DQC7) way back in April.

Galaxy S6 SM-G920P Update version G920PVPS4DQE2


  • Android version: 7.0 (Nougat)
  • Android security patch level: May 1, 2017
  • Baseband version: G920PVPS4DQE2
  • Kernel version: 3.10.61-10994289
  • Build number: NRD90M.G920PVPS4DQE2

Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925P Update version  G925PVPS4DQE2


  • Android version: 7.0 (Nougat)
  • Android security patch level: May 1, 2017
  • Baseband version: G925PVPS4DQE2
  • Kernel version: 3.10.61-10994289
  • Build number: NRD90M.G925PVPS4DQE2

What's New: 
  • Android Security Updates

For those who haven't updated to Nougat yet here are the new features:
  • Android 7.0 Nougat OS upgrade
  • Samsung Cloud
  • Samsung Pass
  • Provides new UX and various performance modes
  • Improved usability of the Notification feature and Quick settings button
  • Improved usability of the Multi-window
  • Improved setting menu and Always On Display
  • Efficient space for installation of downloaded apps, improved speed of system upgrade and app installation


How to update Galaxy S6 or S6 edge via Over-The-Air:

Ensure your battery is fully charged before starting the software update. This is a must and very important part to get rid of some issues if ever the software update being interrupted due to a power failure.
From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > Settings > About device > Software updates > Check for Updates.
If your device finds a new software update, tap Download now. When complete, a screen will appear advising you that the new version of software is ready to be installed. Tap Install the update.
The device will power down and power back on. A screen will appear stating that the installation has been completed. Tap OK.
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