2013 Nexus 7 (Photo : YouTube/Jerry Kee )
Google recently rolled out Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS to its Nexus devices.
According to Gotta Be Mobile, the latest version of Android comes with new features and tons of fixes. While Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update is meant to resolve the bugs and issues left unfixed by the previous version of Android, it still brings forth a number of problems.
Below are top five Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS bugs and problems and the solutions to fix these issues.
1. Installation problems
When Google rolled out the latest Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS, early adopters immediately pointed out the installation problems of the new version of the software. According to the users, the installation process does not finish up and is stuck at times. If this happens, it is best to clear the cache partition of the device. If this does not work, users can opt to factory reset their device to get it back to the original version of Android it comes with.
2. Fast draining battery and charging issues
Fast depleting battery life is one of the most common complaints when a new version of software is released. In addition to battery issues, Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update is plagued with charging problems. This is quite easy to solve as some users were able to fix their devices by charging them until 100% then letting it fall until 5% and charging it again. Do this around three to four times.
3. WiFi, cellular data and Bluetooth bugs
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update allegedly hails connectivity problems and some users complain about WiFi, Bluetooth, as well as cellular data issues. For the WiFi problems, try to forget the network and reconnect again. To resolve Bluetooth bugs, clear the cache. For the cellular data, try rebooting the device.
4. Performance issues
Older devices have problems running the latest Android software. It was reported that Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS update tend to slow some devices and users fix it by clearing the cache partition.
5. App problems
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS users whine about some app problems as some apps are incompatible with the version of firmware. Users should try updating the apps that are causing some problems as there is a big chance that the version of the app is improved.
