Guide - Installation Steps of Android Lollipop

Android Lollipop puts its first step in the market and most of us are looking to install in our android device. If you are one of them, who want to install the latest version of Android OS then here are steps.

Step 1: firstly, you have to download the minimal 2MB installer from XDA that includes the Android ADB and fastboot tools. Now, you have to install download stuff in the Android L image. It is one of the quickest ways to install the tools without downloading the whole Android SDK.

Step 2: In the next step, you have to download particular file for your device, i.e. Nexus 5 and Nexus 7. After that, you need a utility like 7-zip that helps you to extract the files from the .tgz archive. Users have to unzip the files twice as they will find a .tar file inside the .tgz file. Further, extract the file to the same folder as the Minimal ADB and Fastboot that is c:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot. After extract, you will find a list of files according to image given below.

Step 3: Reach to the Settings section and scroll down to About phone at the bottom. After that, you have to scroll down to number and have to tap it for 7 times. The developer options are unhided by this that aren’t display in Android 4.2 and later. Enable USB debugging in the Developer options menu.

Step 4: Now, Download the Google USB driver and extract the zip file.

Step 5: In this step, you have to connect Nexus via USB and powered on and now, you have to go to the Control Panel and click Devices and Printers. Now, you will see your device in the list. You will see ‘MTP’ under Multimedia devices, now, Right-click on it and choose properties.

Further, click on the Hardware tab and choose the Nexus 5 in the list, and click Properties. It’s time to update the driver that points Windows to the folder, where you have extracted the Google USB driver. Once it’s done, it should report the device as Android Composite ADB interface. Moreover, you should also get a prompt on your device’s screen by asking “Allow USB debugging?” and ‘Always’ allow from this computer and tap OK.

Step 6: After that, you have to power off your device and leave connected to your computer’s USB port. Now, you have to start it by using perfect key combination to put it in “fastboot” mode.

If you have the Nexus 5, then you have to hold down the volume up, volume down and power buttons simultaneously and Press power and volume down on the Nexus 7. You will see screen like given below. Otherwise, it would be great to leave your device on and type adb reboot-bootloader to restart in fastboot mode.

Step 7: Type ‘fastboot oem unlock’ at the command prompt without the quotes if the LOCK STATE says locked, and then press Enter. You will see the screen just like image given below. Now, you have to use the volume rocker to change from no to yes and to select the option, press the power button. This thing will delete your device so ensure to back up first.

Step 8: In this step, you have to install the Android L firmware with the bootloader unlocked. For that, you have to simply type flash-all and procedure will start. Alternating, you will also see downloading, writing, and erasing on your device’s screen

Step 9: lastly, you have to lock the bootloader again for security and start device in fastboot mode by referring Step 6 and then, type fastboot oem lock. If you want to revert to the previous version, then download the correct version of Android KitKat.

Step 10: After that, you have to extract it as in Step 2 given above. Now, you have to delete the Android L files from the c:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot folder before copying the extracted files. Such files you have to remove.

Lastly, Repeat Step 6 to 8 to get a box fresh Nexus 5 (or 7).

These are simple 10 steps that you should follow to get Android Lollipop in your Nexus device. Do you have any problem in updating the latest version then ask our experts. For more information updating Android Lollipop, keep visiting our blog.

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Google's 'Android OS' To Undergo Unify Design with Quantum Paper

Google I/O is one of the fastest approaches by Google while on other side we have heard rumors about the debut of Android Wear and many new reports about Android 4.5. The latest version named as Android “L” that might be “Lollipop” or “Lemon Meringue Pie”. Nobody knows when the next version of Android will release, however, we have heard that Google will undergoes to combine Android’s design, change things further and get updates out from device as soon as possible.

In every new dawn, an Android-improvement project is created by Google. Google had created Project Butter for Ice Cream Sandwich which aimed to make Android move smoother while for KitKat, it was Project Svelte that sought to cut down on bulk so android could run on any device. This time, Quantum Paper for android 4.5 is created for developing a cohesive, comprehensive Android design that can be easily compatible with all kinds of devices. It can be also used for dictating the design language for Web and iOS apps.

There are some reputed website discovered an evidence of Quantum Paper’s existence and with that, we suppose that Google wants to make android looks simple and beautiful. If we are looking for first time, we find that nothing has changed, however, some basic elements like app interaction, buttons, and menus appear very different. Look at below given search icon, toggle switch, “new content” button, and “cluster” icon and see the difference.

It is expected that developers will soon use Quantum Paper’s design language for developing android apps. Developers have to follow some rules when they are developing iOS apps. Obviously, Quantum Paper’s style is matched with Google’s own app suite and thus, the screenshot of the redesigned Gmail app is investigative of what one can expect from Android in the future. It is supposed that we have seen new design effect with the release of Android 4.5. Moreover, if Google doesn’t show off Android “L” at Google I/O that means we have to wait for longer time.

According to some rumors, it seems that Android 4.5 may not be ready. So, just wait and see when it comes to wow its users.  

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Google Announce its Partnership with Automakers to Bring Android into Cars

News is coming that Google was supposedly working to bring an Android-based system into cars; however, this news has been confirmed by Internet Giant in his blog post few days ago. The most popular Internet Giant, Google has joined forces with General Motors, Hyundai, Audi and Honda to form a new group aimed at making Android in the car a reality.

The most advanced and first android-equipped vehicles will arrive in the later of this year. The OAA (Open Automotive Alliance) wanted to make Android the most common platform for in-car infotainment, with a focus on auto-specific interfaces and tapping into the massive developer base that is already devoted to android applications.

One of the most popular chipmakers NVIDIA, having a large footprint in the automotive space has also joined the alliance along with other automakers from the U.S., Japan, Korea and Germany.

Patrick Brady, a Director, Android Engineering, said “In this multi-screen world, switching between our different devices should be easy and seamless”. He also added “Common platforms allow for one connected experience across our phone, tablet and PC, so we get the right information at the right time, no matter what device we are using. But there’s still an important device that isn’t yet connected as seamlessly to the other screens in our lives - the car.”

With this expansion of the android platform into automotive, industry partners will easily integrate mobile technology into cars and provide their drivers a well-known and seamless experience in order to keep their maximum attention on the road, senior veep of Google’s Android, Chrome and Apps, Sundar Pichai said while announcing.

When it comes to talk about the first android equipped automobile, Roewe 350 is the name that comes in everyone’s mind as this car featured a DVD/GPS system that runs on Android 2.1 at that time the latest release from Google. The system of this car allowed drivers to gain access to real-time traffic reports, allowing direct Web access from the car and more.

Yet, Android has not completely penetrated automobiles, so teaming up with these popular players is one of the biggest moves for Google and Android as it is like to transcend your pocket and becomes a permanent fixture in your car.

Along with OAA, it mean that all your music, apps and more will easy get their place on the dashboard to use with the car’s built-in controls and display. It is also likely that hands-free controls will be a standard fixture. It allows drivers to keep their concentration on the road instead of messing across with buttons on their smart-phones.

Patrick Brady also wrote in a blog post “Together with our OAA partners, we are working to enable new forms of integration with Android devices, and adapting Android for the car to make driving safer, easier and more enjoyable for everyone”. He also added in his conversation “Putting Android in the car will bring drivers apps and services they already know and love, while enabling automakers to more easily deliver cutting-edge technology to their customers. And it will create new opportunities for developers to extend the variety and depth of the Android app ecosystem in new, exciting and safe ways.”

Currently, there are only five car manufacturers that are on the board, Google says it’s welcoming other companies as well to join the OAA in the future to help build common platform for the road. So, all the people, who are android lovers, can wait for the lovely android based cars.

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Android-Based Infotainment System Expected Announced by Google and Audi at CES 2014

Google is going to partner with Audi, a German auto maker and may announce Android-Based Infotainment System, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Mountain View. Some secrets source also revealed that Google’s in care Android efforts to collaborate with other leading Auto makers. It also involved NVIDIA.

In 2014, Google has started its big plan for putting Android in cars and this Android OS will run on hardware that created into the car rather than on Smart device. Having this infotainment, users can easily access to the navigation, music, entertainment and communication functions hat available on your smart device. However, right now LTE has announced by Audi for its selected models.

Before Google, Apple also has introduced its iOS in the car that supported by Daimler, BMW, Honda, and others. It simples shows that Google lands with Android-Based Infotainment System to compete its rival, Apple. Moreover, Google also has to consider domestic car makers before targeting other car makers. We, the people, will remain doubtful until we see demo for same.

This tie up will happen on 7^th of January in Las Vegas; however, we are not sure whether or not Google will make this partnership as official. We couldn’t have more details about this announcement, but we might hear this news from Google soon.

Audi's head of product strategy Filip Brabec told The Wall Street Journal, “Cars are becoming more complex, and with the computing power that is going into vehicles, you need that type of system in the car”. He also told that vehicles in future will require computer operating systems for support different types of applications and functions that every person wants to access while driving.

It is considered as one of the major improvements in the technology field that makes life easier and simpler, however it is waste of time to predict anything before watching demo. According to Ford, the demo of an autonomous vehicle has developed at CES next week. Let’s wait and watch what happens.  

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Key Features of Android Jelly Bean Should Developers Know

Android’s Jelly Bean comes with numerous features, functionalities and other useful aspects. This excellent OS has some special yet resourceful features for android developers that enable them to expand innovative apps for users. Check-out this infographic to make yourself familiar with Android Jelly Bean features that are specially designed for developers.  

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