It is confimed that LG G4 is to receive the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update as T-Mobile revealed that LG and partner mobile networks have contracted to support the latest software update. The biggest Android upgrade in history will offer users a bunch of new features and improvements.

T-Mobile has announced that LG G4 will receive the official over-the-air (OTA) update of Android 6.0 Marshmallow. As one of the hugest telecom firms in the US, T-Mobile has posted a track list on its software update support page to map out the current status of Android 6.0 to a several devices including from Samsung, LG, HTC and Google.

However, exact rol lout date of the upgrade to the device remains elusive for now as T-Mobile has not spoken with regards to it. The previously reported October release falls to be an unverified information, but tech analysts and Android fans both believe Marshmallow will not come to the device later than December 2015.

As per T-Mobile's track list, G4 is currently under manufacturer development status wherein the carrier and the device manufacturer have agreed to support a new software update. This key stage will be followed by a carrier's testing to modify the software, including alterations for device hardware, wireless radios, and applications.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow will offer best-ever features and enhancements, as follows:

• Doze Mode. This new feature screens phone and puts into a deep sleep when unused to prolong battery life.
• Now on Tap. Google Now gets better function. Press holding the home button will show up Google Now and exhibits information based on current status or activity.
• Android Pay. By just a simple tap, bring up Android Pay and make purchases without the need to launch another app.
• Direct share. Share photos, links, news, files, etc. with selected contacts with ease and quickness.
• Simpler volume controls. Control ringtone and media volume spontaneously.

LG G3 and G Stylo are also confirmed to be getting the update.