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Google Nexus 5, Nexus 4 Receive Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS Update: How to Install

| May 20, 2015 08:54 PM EDT

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Google Nexus 5, Nexus 4 finally received the latest Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS.

Google recently released the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update and the Nexus 9, Nexus 10, 2012 and 2013 Nexus 7, and Nexus Player are among the first Nexus devices that get to enjoy the perks of the new Android operating system. According to Ubergizmo, the update is now available to the Nexus smartphones Nexus 4 and 5 as well as to the LTE version of Nexus 9.

The latest software brings new bug fixes and will improve the stability and performance of the devices. Moreover, the new firmware heralds new features such as Guest Mode, which allows multiple users to access the device, but will protect the personal data of the owner. Guest mode users may also save their own apps and messages. The handset will also be equipped with Kids Mode feature that will provide safety to the device, especially to young users, according to Christian Today.

The firmware update is 25MB. It is best to update the device using WiFi and the battery should be at least 50 percent to ensure that updating will go smoothly.

Below is the step-by-step procedure on installing the new Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update, according to Gotta Be Mobile:

For OTA Update:

Step 1: Tap on the update on the notifications; if none is received

Step 2: Check the system update and tap on the new OS.

For Windows PC update:

Step 1: Download the firmware or System Images.

Step 2: Unzip these files to a folder you can access.

Step 3: Find the folder and type cmd into the address bar on Windows.

Step 4: Open a Terminal in the adb folder and type the command below then hit enter.

adb reboot bootloader

In Fastboot type:

fastboot oem unlock

Step 5: Follow the on-screen instructions and choose to erase the device.

Step 6: Do not unplug your device until the Android prompts for you to complete the installation process. 

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