Just over a month ago, Google Announced the Nexus Android 5.1 update Lollipop. In That month, we’ve seen the Android 5.1 update Lollipop roll out to a number of different Nexus smartphones and tablets Including the Nexus 5, Nexus 6, and others. As we push deeper into April, Google’s Android 5.1 update is finally Lollipop starting to wrap up. With That in mind, we take a look at everything Nexus users need to know now as we press on Towards Google I / O 2015 and the summer.
On March 9th, Google confirmed the elephant in the room. The elephant was of course the Android 5.1 update Lollipop That the company confirmed for One Android devices in the month of February, only to scrub all references from Android 5.1 STI website. That is, until, the company rolled out the red carpet for the new software early last month.
According to Google, Android 5.1 Lollipop is an “update to Lollipop That Improves stability and performance and offers a few new features like support for multiple SIM cards, Device Protection and high definition (HD) voice on supported phones. “As we now know, there is much more to the Android 5.1 update Lollipop than Improvements stability and support for multiple SIM cards.
As for the Android 5.1 release Lollipop, well, Google has taken STI sweet time. While the update was originally released Shortly after the announcement, it has taken several weeks Google to get the software out con sus Nexus various devices in various parts of the world. Not everything about the release has-been confusing or bad though. We’ve seen some pleasant surprises Also.
Today, after a month of coverage, we want to take one last look at all encompassing Where the Nexus Android 5.1 update Lollipop stands for Nexus smartphones and tablets. This roundup Takes a look at what we know about the Android 5.1 update, the Android 5.1 release, and what Could Be coming next for Nexus users.
Nexus 4 Android 5.1 Update
After a lengthy wait, the Nexus 4 Android 5.1 update is finally rolling Lollipop out Over-the-Air though it’s going to be a few days before Google’s Nexus 4 Android 5.1 update hits Lollipop everyone. If you’re still waiting, You have a few options. You can continue to wait, Google’s roll outs Typically Between one and take two weeks to complete, or you can install manually.
Earlier this week, Google finally posted the Android 5.1 Nexus 4 Lollipop factory images. The timing was strange Given Google’s OTAs That Typically start after the arrival on AOSP, not before. No matter. They’re there now if you’re interested.
The Nexus 4 Android 5.1 OTA file’ve Been Also found lurking on Google’s servers and we’ve put together a guide That will take you step-by-step sideload-through the process if you’re looking to skip the OTA roll out. It’s a fairly easy process but remember, there’s always a chance That It Could hurt the performance on your device.
Nexus 5 Android 5.1 Update
The Nexus 5 Lollipop Android 5.1 update was first released back in March though it took awhile to hit a majority of Nexus 5 variants around the world. It Appears That the cause for the delay was another Nexus 5 Android 5.1 build, LMY47I. The new build Nexus 5 users starting hitting a few days ago and it fixes a few smaller issues Including a Problem with SIM cards.
If You Have not seen this build or the other version of the Nexus 5 Android . 5.1 update yet Lollipop (build LMY47D), you can manually install the software on your device
- Android 5.0 to Android 5.1: LMY47D from LRX21O
- Android 5.0.1 to Android 5.1: LMY47D from LRX22C
- Android 5.0 to Android 5.1: LMY47I from LRX21O
- Android 5.0.1 to Android 5.1: LMY47I from LRX22C
And Because We Have Your best Interests in mind, we Recently published some feedback about the Nexus 5 Android 5.1 update Lollipop That will help you choose if you want to install Android 5.1 or sit back on whatever you’re currently on.
Nexus 6 Android 5.1 Update
Google’s Nexus 6 Lollipop roll out Android 5.1 Should be complete by now but if you ‘re somehow still waiting for the Android 5.1 update to arrive, we’ve got you covered. We’ve put together a guide That will help you sideload the updates below. Proceed with caution
- Android 5.0 to Android 5.1. LMY47D from LRX21O
- Android 5.0.1 to Android 5.1: LMY47D from LRX22C
- Android 5.0 0.1 to Android 5.1 (Australia): LMY47I from LRX22C
- Android 5.0.1 to Android 5.1 (T-Mobile): LMY47M from LRX22C
We Recently published to Android 5.1 Nexus 6 review Lollipop That Takes a look at performance in key areas and It Should help you choose if you want to install the update today or take a rain check. . Take a look if you are still on the fence
Nexus 7 Android 5.1 Update
The Nexus July 2012 Wi-Fi was Among the first Android 5.1 updates Lollipop That Google pushed in March. And while we expected the Nexus July 2013 Wi-Fi to be next in line, things did not play out That Way.
Earlier esta month, Google started rolling out the Android 5.1 Nexus 7 3G Lollipop update. That update Should be finishing up very soon if it has not already. Again, it usually we Takes one to two weeks.
This update meat as a surprise That Given Google’s updates for STI cellular-enabled Nexus 7 models historically Have Been late to the party. . Like, months late to the party
Earlier this week, Google produced another surprise: A Nexus 7 LTE Android 5.1 update. That update is rolling out right now though it’s rolling out slowly. It, like Google’s other updates, Almost Certainly will roll out slowly over the course of the next week or so.
Today, another Lollipop Nexus 7 Android 5.1 update started rolling out. The Nexus 7 Android 5.1 Lollipop update for the 2013 Wi-Fi model is rolling out right now and it’s in the same position as the Nexus 7 LTE Android 5.1 update.
If you are growing impatient, and you want to install Android 5.1 right now, we’ve got you covered. Appropriate Here are the files that you ‘ll need to sideload the software:
Nexus July 2012 Wi-Fi
- Android 5.0.2 to Android 5.1: LMY47D from LRX22G
Nexus 7 3G
- Android 5.0.2 to Android 5.1: LMY47D from LRX22G
Nexus July 2013 Wi-Fi
- Android 5.0.2 to Android 5.1: LMY47O from LRX22G
LTE Nexus 7
- Android 5.0.2 to Android 5.1: LMY47O from LRX22G
Nexus Android 5.1 Update 9
At this point, the Nexus and Nexus September 9 LTE are the only Nexus branded devices on something other than Android 5.1. The two devices on Android 5.0.2 REMAIN Lollipop, an older version of Android 5.0.
It shouldnt be too long before the September Nexus and Nexus LTE 9 Their bump to get Android 5.1. We Know That the updates are coming, it’s just a matter of When at esta point. Unfortunately, Google rarely Announces release dates ahead of time so you’ll probably be waiting in the dark. Look for the updates to move out soon though.
Nexus 10 Android 5.1 Update
The Nexus 10 Android 5.1 update was one of the first to roll out and Nexus 10 users all over the World Should Have access to the new software right now. . If for some reason you do not, here’s the file that you ‘need to sideload
- Android 5.0.2 to 5.1: LMY47D from LRX22G
Android 5.1 Problems
As Google NOTED, Android 5.1 Comes With Lollipop stability and performance enhancements. That’s fancy speak for tons and tons of bug fixes. Lollipop Android 5.1 does bring tons of bug fixes. . It Also Brings some new features that you ‘can check out in the slideshow below
Android 5.1 vs Android 5.0 Lollipop Walkthrough: What’s New
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| Our favorite new change has to do With Quick Settings. For Those That do not even know, pulling down the notification bar twice (or eleven with two fingers) Brings up a Quick Settings menu. From Here you have access to screen brightness, and toggles for WiFi, Bluetooth, a flashlight, airplane mode, auto rotate settings, location, screen casting, and more quick toggles it appears as you use them. Like hotspot monitoring, and more. In all of our slides Android 5.1 is on the left, with the older Android 5.0 screenshot on the right. With Google Android 5.1 Lollipop made quick settings even better. Once you swipe down twice with two fingers or eleven, you’ll Have Easier access to WiFi or Bluetooth and controlling connections. Rather than fumble-through settings, simply tap the little drop down arrow, and you can connect to WiFi or Bluetooth devices all from here. This is a small but very convenient change, and one of our favorites. | ||
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What Google does not tell you Is That the Android 5.1 update comes with bugs Lollipop Including one serious one. As we NOTED in our Nexus 5 review Android 5.1, Android 5.1 is afflicted with a serious memory leak bug That causes the device (and other Nexus devices) and apps to crash. Google’s fixed the problem but it’s not clear When it will push the fix out.
Nexus users are Also complaining acerca serious camera app problems on the Nexus 5, devices bricked, Wi-Fi problems, battery drain issues, Smart Lock problems Affecting That Appear to be quite a few people, data connection issues, Problems with texting, awful performance, push notification problems, and more. These are just a small sample from one forum Where Nexus users are posting feedback.
We Recently cooked up a list of fixes for common problems Android 5.1 Lollipop That Should help. We’ve pieced together some useful Also Android 5.1 battery life Almost Certainly tips That will help in the event your Nexus That starts showing rapid battery drain. Keep Those resources bookmarked other sites and search around for other fixes.
It’s Also Important to note That not everyone is Android 5.1 Having problems.
Nexus Android 5.1.1 Update
On April 1st, a reference to an Android 5.1.1 release Emerged in Google’s updated Android SDK. Its appearance was probably not an April Fools joke though we still do not know much acerca de esta update. Its features are missing in action and a release date is unknown. Google itself is silent and it Continues to push out Android 5.1, not Android 5.1.1. There’s speculation That it will have any available fix for the memory leak problem (at the very least) but that’s still not confirmed.
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