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[Q] Android 4.4 OTA Availability?

When can we expect the availability?
Has anyone received in Canadian bought Nexus 4?
Thanks

In a few weeks.
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the update is not released yet , wait

Subscribing to this thread.

woohoo!
I can't wait to get this update...hope the keyboard is the same on the LG G2

Probably another couple of weeks for ota **** shat .. someone was going to do it

install aospa 4.4, till official comes

Just a subtle reminder... There's a thread for this. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2145848
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This place is going to go crazy with the crazy questions about 4.4. I think we should just sit back and wait and everything will show up in due time

playya said:
This place is going to go crazy with the crazy questions about 4.4. I think we should just sit back and wait and everything will show up in due time
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We shouldn't have, but Google still hasn't gotten their head out of their ass...

jadephyre said:
We shouldn't have, but Google still hasn't gotten their head out of their ass...
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shouldn't have? sorry did not understand your response... Google has a new phone and OS coming out, we are the impatient ones who do crazy stuff to get it on our phones and running. I have been around since cupcake and I learned to just wait and it will all work itself out in the end.
as usual there are already a couple roms and crap load of apks out there

When it's ready
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OTA started rolling out!
http://www.androidcentral.com/nexus-4-kitkit-ota-updates-are-starting
Haven't got any notification on Canadian bought N4 yet.

Anyone in India getting the rollout? Still awaiting OTA update
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[Q] Nexus 4 - no 5.0 update yet...

Hey everyone!
I got a new 8gb Nexus 4 a month ago for a great price and am using it now as my daily driver since I cracked my N5 and I am a bit bummed that it still hasn't received it's 5.0 update! It is already been nearly 2 months since they started rolling out!! My N5 already had it since the beginning of December. What is the hold-up? I don't know much about the system of ota rollouts (only that they start at about 1% of devices for the first week and in the next 2-3 they creep up to 25%, 50%, 75% and then the remaining 25%) but I am studying in the Czech Republic so I thought that it was effected by geographical location but I know people here already have 5.0 ota's on there N4s :/ So why haven't I got it? What is the problem? I am on 4.4.4 build number KTU84P....
What are my options to update manually? I don't want to use the Android SDK to update so are there any other options?? I know I could update flashing the factory images but can I do this without the SDK? I don't think the update will come and I don't want to wait any longer

Google 15 second adb install xda. That'll setup adb and fastboot on your pc. Then use fastboot to flash the factory image.
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Hi, I've used the WugFresh Nexus Root Toolkit to manually my Nexus 4 to lollipop.
If you follow the steps with this tool, it's very easy to update.
Afterlife737 said:
Hey everyone!
I got a new 8gb Nexus 4 a month ago for a great price and am using it now as my daily driver since I cracked my N5 and I am a bit bummed that it still hasn't received it's 5.0 update! It is already been nearly 2 months since they started rolling out!! My N5 already had it since the beginning of December. What is the hold-up? I don't know much about the system of ota rollouts (only that they start at about 1% of devices for the first week and in the next 2-3 they creep up to 25%, 50%, 75% and then the remaining 25%) but I am studying in the Czech Republic so I thought that it was effected by geographical location but I know people here already have 5.0 ota's on there N4s :/ So why haven't I got it? What is the problem? I am on 4.4.4 build number KTU84P....
What are my options to update manually? I don't want to use the Android SDK to update so are there any other options?? I know I could update flashing the factory images but can I do this without the SDK? I don't think the update will come and I don't want to wait any longer
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Hi! Thanks for the reply - where did you find this guide? And does the toolkit both unlock the boot loader and flash the factory images ?? If so any guide links?
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Yes, with the tool you can unlock the bootloader, root your device and then install a stock rom.
I haven't followed a guide, the tool is very good explained, it's logical
Here is the thread about this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1766475
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Afterlife737 said:
Hey everyone!
I got a new 8gb Nexus 4 a month ago for a great price and am using it now as my daily driver since I cracked my N5 and I am a bit bummed that it still hasn't received it's 5.0 update! It is already been nearly 2 months since they started rolling out!! My N5 already had it since the beginning of December. What is the hold-up? I don't know much about the system of ota rollouts (only that they start at about 1% of devices for the first week and in the next 2-3 they creep up to 25%, 50%, 75% and then the remaining 25%) but I am studying in the Czech Republic so I thought that it was effected by geographical location but I know people here already have 5.0 ota's on there N4s :/ So why haven't I got it? What is the problem? I am on 4.4.4 build number KTU84P....
What are my options to update manually? I don't want to use the Android SDK to update so are there any other options?? I know I could update flashing the factory images but can I do this without the SDK? I don't think the update will come and I don't want to wait any longer
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I rooted and customized my N4 without a PC. Follow these steps:
1) Download and install Towelroot. Once it installs and reboots u should be rooted.
2) Download SuperSU and update binary the normal way.
3) Next download BootUnlocker For Nexus Devices. Install and tap on unlock. U should reboot and when the "Google" boot logo shows up there should be a unlocked lock.
4) Download BusyBox and install
5) Download TWRP Manager and install the latest TWRP version for mako.
6) You're done, press volume down+power when u turn on your phone to get access to TWRP.
I can confirm, I did this myself and like u I was stuck running 4.4.4 and I am using SimpleAOSP 5.0.2 and in my opinion its a lot more stable than Stock L
BTW Google does plan on releasing 5.0 for N4 but since they have so much issues with the OS, the OTA is being delayed
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404-Not Found said:
BTW Google does plan on releasing 5.0 for N4 but since they have so much issues with the OS, the OTA is being delayed
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You're joking right? The official Google release is on 5.0.1. And it's been out for a while now.

Yaz75 said:
You're joking right? The official Google release is on 5.0.1. And it's been out for a while now.
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Is the 5.0.1 release stable?? Is there not working? How is batterylife?

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Is the 5.0.1 release stable?? Is there not working? How is batterylife?
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The 5.0.1 is very stable. There are a few little bugs in it but it's not so bad.
The battery life is okay, I use mine the whole day and on the end of the day he is like 15-20% remaining. Better than on Kit Kat.

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Is the 5.0.1 release stable?? Is there not working? How is batterylife?
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You are asking questions that are really hard to define and VERY user-specific. For me personally, I have a Nexus 5 and my wife has a Nexus 4. Both units are completely stock and have never been rooted or messed with in any way. For us, 5.0+ has worked perfectly and has no major issues. I do not experience the "memory leak" that people scream about, and I get as good if not better battery life as I've ever gotten. I'm sure someone will immediately jump in and proclaim that I'm an "apologist" or a "Google fanboy" and that there are countless problems that are well documented and I'm just delusional. But for my wife and I, we simply haven't had any issues as daily users of the phone and the latest OS. For me, I didn't wait for the OTA, I sideloaded the updates and it was a VERY simple process. Hardest part was getting the drivers correct but once I figured that out, it was 10-15 minutes at most to upgrade each phone.

Ohh glad to hear that. My Nexus 5 performed the same I would say. Maybe even a tad better when compared to 4.4.4... Anyway glad to hear the N4 is the same (come to think if it, this phone has REALLY surprised me.. I initially skipped it and stuck with my Gnex until the N5 came out. But sadly I dropped that a few times while taking photos skiing and some moisture got into it and the screen cracked... As a student I can't afford the £178 repair just after Christmas so I looked around for a new cheaper phone. Was going to get the Motorola G but saw that there are still a few NEW N4's for £100! And since I've had the past 4 nexus devices it was a phone I just had to get. On 4.4.4 I literally can't tell the difference in performance and everything else in that matters is great! The screen is so-so - not because the resolution -> actually don't really notice anything bad at 720p and don't need 1080p. But as on most IPS screens you can see most of the pixels when in direct sunlight. Just a bit more here compared to the N5. But after a month - a REALLY great phone. For an unbelievable price. Even the camera isn't that bad )
Sorry, now back to my question - do you have a guide which you followed to sideload lollipop?? If so could you please link it? I'm a bit scared - I really can't afford to brick this phone at the moment. Thanks allot!
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New system update

Today 2-11-15 i got system update of 57mb

moto g3sk said:
Today 2-11-15 i got system update of 57mb
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You went through the trouble of posting it, but couldn't be bothered to get a link??? How nice of you.

Too small for marshmallow. It's the new stagefright patch.
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hp420 said:
You went through the trouble of posting it, but couldn't be bothered to get a link??? How nice of you.
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How to get a link?

Yes but it fixes the stagefright issue completely. I haven't got the update. What should I do now

kenny_cfc said:
How to get a link?
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there's a link to a tutorial in my signature which is posted in our 'general discussion' forum

Received Today.
Anyone tried.?

i receives the update, too. this i installed this i get random reboot to twrp. anyone with same issue here?

bolzerrr said:
i receives the update, too. this i installed this i get random reboot to twrp. anyone with same issue here?
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Must be 100% stock to perform OTAs; that includes recovery.
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Anybody in the US get this patch yet? I just checked from device as well as via USB and Motorola Device Manager, still not available yet.

bolzerrr said:
i receives the update, too. this i installed this i get random reboot to twrp. anyone with same issue here?
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Wipe the cache from TWRP to fix the problem.

Still no issue but old moto boot animations back

I too got
New update

Guys, seriously....how selfish can people be?!?!?! This is posted RIGHT IN PLAIN SIGHT and no one here can be bothered to take 2 minutes so everyone can get the update?!?!?!
IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO SHARE THE UPDATE, STOP BRAGGING YOU GOT IT!!!!!

hp420 said:
Guys, seriously....how selfish can people be?!?!?! This is posted RIGHT IN PLAIN SIGHT and no one here can be bothered to take 2 minutes so everyone can get the update?!?!?!
IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO SHARE THE UPDATE, STOP BRAGGING YOU GOT IT!!!!!
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I will gladly share, as soon as it gets pushed to US devices, seems it's going everywhere else.

quakeaz said:
I will gladly share, as soon as it gets pushed to US devices, seems it's going everywhere else.
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Yes, US has been the very last region to update both times, so far, and I expect it will be again this time, too. The second update didn't take long at all to get to every US user, though, once the US update pushed. By the time I got my notification everyone else already had it and the update URL was all but pointless. I'm not really all that concerned with getting this one, but man I hope that 6.0 update hits every region fast. We're building a larger user base now, though, so maybe we'll get lucky and XDA members from each region will be among the early people to get the push notification.

hp420 said:
Yes, US has been the very last region to update both times, so far, and I expect it will be again this time, too. The second update didn't take long at all to get to every US user, though, once the US update pushed. By the time I got my notification everyone else already had it and the update URL was all but pointless. I'm not really all that concerned with getting this one, but man I hope that 6.0 update hits every region fast. We're building a larger user base now, though, so maybe we'll get lucky and XDA members from each region will be among the early people to get the push notification.
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For whatever reason, they start the soak tests later here than other places also. I don't think they've even started the soak tests here yet.

New 6P not picking up OTAs

Hi all,
Picked up a 6P a couple of days ago and am stuck on the 1st Jan 2016 security patch and build MMB29P (phone isn't finding any new OTAs). I know this isn't very Nexus but I don't fancy flashing if I don't have to.
Is this a known thing and I just need to be a little more patient?
Cheers
Dan

Apologies, just realised this needs to go into the Q&A section. Could someone advise as to how to move?

Same problem here, I did sideload February OTA, and received March OTA by air.
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Same problem, I bought my Nexus 6P from Amazon, guy from Google told me that it's going to take up to two months to get an update because I didn't buy it from Google store.

vdm9113 said:
Same problem, I bought my Nexus 6P from Amazon, guy from Google told me that it's going to take up to two months to get an update because I didn't buy it from Google store.
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Surely that can't be the case? How would they know where it was bought from? I bought a N9 from Argos and have never had problems with OTAs.

I called Google and asked why I'm not getting update, told the guy that I bought my phone through Amazon, he said that only phones purchased through Google store will be updated right away and I'll have to wait one to two months.

I bought mine from Amazon and I haven't received any updates. I'm still on the the January security patch also. If this is true it's pretty messed up of Google to do that. Shouldn't matter where you purchase the phone at.
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I wish/hope it's not true but that's what they told me. Thinking about sending damn phone back.

dpk said:
Surely that can't be the case? How would they know where it was bought from? I bought a N9 from Argos and have never had problems with OTAs.
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This would be completely BS if it is true. The biggest reason I choose this phone over the S7 was for the OTAs.
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gist901 said:
This would be completely BS if it is true. The biggest reason I choose this phone over the S7 was for the OTAs.
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Same for me. I'm thinking Google have temporarily put the update on hold. Hopefully we'll get an official line from them soon.

vdm9113 said:
I called Google and asked why I'm not getting update, told the guy that I bought my phone through Amazon, he said that only phones purchased through Google store will be updated right away and I'll have to wait one to two months.
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This isn't true, I bought mine from Google a few weeks ago and I'm still stuck on January. I talked to their support and was told that many users are reporting this problem so they are looking into it.
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toddalvandi said:
This isn't true, I bought mine from Google a few weeks ago and I'm still stuck on January. I talked to their support and was told that many users are reporting this problem so they are looking into it.
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Thanks for the feedback. This is reassuring to hear.

dpk said:
Thanks for the feedback. This is reassuring to hear.
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Honestly I don't want to go through the hassle of side loading it, I shouldn't have to. Hopefully they get this fixed because I'm getting some horrible lag when I tap to open Google music and other g apps, not sure if the ota will fix these bugs.
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toddalvandi said:
Honestly I don't want to go through the hassle of side loading it, I shouldn't have to. Hopefully they get this fixed because I'm getting some horrible lag when I tap to open Google music and other g apps, not sure if the ota will fix these bugs.
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I'm with you - definitely don't want to go through having to sideload it myself. Sucks to hear you're having difficulties with some G apps.

dpk said:
Thanks for the feedback. This is reassuring to hear.
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I'm telling what their support told me, that's all I'm saying.

vdm9113 said:
I'm telling what their support told me, that's all I'm saying.
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No offence was meant. Clear to see that even the folks at Google aren't aware/don't want to say what is going. Cheers.

toddalvandi said:
This isn't true, I bought mine from Google a few weeks ago and I'm still stuck on January. I talked to their support and was told that many users are reporting this problem so they are looking into it.
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I bought mine from Google also, no update. Thanks for the reassurance that it isn't just me.

Hey guys! :angel:
I was stuck on January as well as some of you and got tired of not receiving any update at all because I read that there are major improvements in MHC19I version.
However I managed to find site where are listed all OTAs and picked the one that was unable to find in my case MMB29P to MMB29Q. Then sideloaded it through default recovery (no hassle at all, took same time as casual OTA) and voilà new update available. Now I'm finally on MHC19I. To all who are worried about warranty and stuff, sideloading official update does NOT void your warranty. I may provide detailed instructions for updating, but it's described sufficiently all around the internet.
Explanation why I sideloaded: There's actually a bug causing your device to not see update server. I don't know if this can be fixed by any engineer in google, but it should be. However it can be fixed by sideloading any following update. :good:
Have fun! :victory:

neytireyqa said:
Hey guys! :angel:
I was stuck on January as well as some of you and got tired of not receiving any update at all because I read that there are major improvements in MHC19I version.
However I managed to find site where are listed all OTAs and picked the one that was unable to find in my case MMB29P to MMB29Q. Then sideloaded it through default recovery (no hassle at all, took same time as casual OTA) and voilà new update available. Now I'm finally on MHC19I. To all who are worried about warranty and stuff, sideloading official update does NOT void your warranty. I may provide detailed instructions for updating, but it's described sufficiently all around the internet.
Explanation why I sideloaded: There's actually a bug causing your device to not see update server. I don't know if this can be fixed by any engineer in google, but it should be. However it can be fixed by sideloading any following update. :good:
Have fun! :victory:
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Or you could have just looked at the pinned index in the general section which has basically any resource you could ever want for this device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/index-huawei-nexus-6p-t3213583

Heisenberg said:
Or you could have just looked at the pinned index in the general section which has basically any resource you could ever want for this device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/index-huawei-nexus-6p-t3213583
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That's true, just wanted to show that it could be found everywhere But thanks for indexing anyways!

Force OTA?

Two of my friends recently picked up a Nexus 6p after messing around with mine and my wife's. They haven't received any updates in the two weeks they've had them and the devices came with the January security update.
Neither of these two will be unlocking bootloaders or flashing custom roms, one is local and the other one is on the East Coast. So let's leave the comments about doing it manually out of here, I'm just interested in figuring out how to force the download of the actual over the air update.
Verizon if it matters.

I forgot to mention, I have been searching but the search function on the latest version of Tapatalk is completely useless.

The only way to force it is by doing it manually. You don't have to unlock the bootloader though. It can be achieved by using adb to sideload the zip with the stock recovery. This is probably more work than you want to get into but it's the only way I know of. I have instructions in section 12 of my guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928

RED ZMAN said:
Two of my friends recently picked up a Nexus 6p after messing around with mine and my wife's. They haven't received any updates in the two weeks they've had them and the devices came with the January security update.
Neither of these two will be unlocking bootloaders or flashing custom roms, one is local and the other one is on the East Coast. So let's leave the comments about doing it manually out of here, I'm just interested in figuring out how to force the download of the actual over the air update.
Verizon if it matters.
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You will find the required OTA flashable zips here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/ref-nexus-6p-stock-ota-urls-t3213781

Thanks guys, but the twins won't be doing any of that. Lol
Any idea why the ota isn't rolling out? My wife's and mine are fine, I handle all of this stuff and teach my wife.

RED ZMAN said:
Thanks guys, but the twins won't be doing any of that. Lol
Any idea why the ota isn't rolling out? My wife's and mine are fine, I handle all of this stuff and teach my wife.
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No idea. Same thing is happening to my girlfriend's new 6P. She is stuck on the January patch and I have been refreshing it multiple times; nothing. Hopefully it comes within the next few days.

RED ZMAN said:
Thanks guys, but the twins won't be doing any of that. Lol
Any idea why the ota isn't rolling out? My wife's and mine are fine, I handle all of this stuff and teach my wife.
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I think I've read somewhere that it's an issue with the device syncing with the Google servers. A factory reset might help it along, that would wipe the phone though.

The February update has finally pushed to my handset today. Hopefully if I install, the March update will follow.
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tharweb said:
The February update has finally pushed to my handset today. Hopefully if I install, the March update will follow.
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I was having the same issue. I downloaded the ota's and then rebooted my phone and I suddenly had the prompt to update to the February and then the March update. It's a bit too much of a coincidence to not be because of downloading the ota's so give it a try.
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