Don't leave me hanging bro
Android 7 and Snapdragon 800 support
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There has to be a good reason why phones like the Nexus 5 or the Sony Xperia Z3 aren't getting updated to Nougat. Right?
Nexus 7
Nexus
Pure Android, from Google Google's Nexus devices are sold directly from the Google Play Store, unlocked and running the latest version of the Android OS — Android 5.0 Lollipop. The Nexus line consists of four current devices — the Motorola Nexus 6 and LG-made Nexus 5 smartphones, and but a single tablet — the Nexus 9. Nexus 9: The Nexus 9 was announced on Oct. 15, 2014, and...
New Factory Images!
Google releases Android 5.1.1 factory images to more Nexus'
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Google has released Android 5.1.1 factory images for the Nexus 7 (2013 Wi-Fi), Nexus 7 (2012 Wi-Fi), and Nexus 10 this evening. The factory images will allow owners of the above devices to snag the latest version of Lollipop with build number LMY47V. If you own a Wi-Fi-only 2012 or 2013 Nexus 7 or a Nexus-10, you can start downloading the factory images now in preparation for...
Even MORE Lollipop
Google releases first batch of Android 5.1 factory images
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Google has released the first batch of factory images for the newly-announced Android 5.1 Lollipop for most capable Nexus devices. Currently there are factory images available for the Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7 2012 (Wifi and 3G), Nexus 7 2013 (Wifi and LTE), Nexus 10 and even Nexus Player — but we're still waiting on the Nexus 9, sadly. As we reported earlier, Android 5.1...
Official Lollipop
Google posts factory images for 2012 and 2013 Nexus 7's
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If you're still rocking a 2013-era Nexus 7 with LTE, or a 2012 mobile version, we've got some great news today. Google has just dropped the Lollipop factory images for the both devices, and they're version 5.0.2 to boot. This particular build is labeled as LRX22G, the the very same build deployed a couple of weeks ago for the Nexus 10 and Nexus 7 Wi-Fi versions. This marks the...
Android 5.0.2
Google pushes 5.0.2 factory images to more Nexus devices
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Google has just posted the factory image of Android 5.0.2 Lollipop for the Nexus 10 and Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi. Now that the factory images have been pushed, an OTA update is sure to be around the corner. The particular build for Android 5.0.2 is LRX22G, the same build deployed a month ago for the Nexus 7 (2012). You can go ahead and hit up the links below to download and flash the...
Android 5.0.2
Nexus 7 (2012) gets Android 5.0.2 factory image
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Google has just posted the factory image of Android 5.0.2 Lollipop for the WiFi version of the 2012 Nexus 7. This follows the rollout of the Android 5.0.1 on many Nexus devices recently. With the factory image up, an OTA update can't be too far away, and we'll keep you posted on AndroidCentral if we see Android 5.0.2 on other Nexus smartphones and tablets. The build for Android 5.0.2...
Lollipop!
How to update your Nexus to Android 5.0 using factory images
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New Android 5.0 Lollipop factory images for the Nexus 5, 7, 10 and 9 Android 5.0 Lollipop is upon us! The Nexus 9 tablet tablet has been on sale for a good while, but today the first Lollipop updates have started to become available for Nexus devices in the form of factory images. At the time of writing we're seeing Lollipop factory images for the Nexus 5, Nexus 7 (Wifi-only, 2013 +...
New Lollipop dev preview
Android 5.0 preview images now live!
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As promised, Google has just published an updated set of preview images for Android 5.0 Lollipop on the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013). The new developer preview is based on build lpx13d. The first "Android L" developer preview arrived shortly after Google I/O, and was updated in early August with Google Fit support (and little else). It's unclear how much new stuff is in these latest...
Deals
2012's Nexus 7 is a steal on Groupon
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If you're interested in snagging the original Nexus 7 from Google, circa 2012, then Groupon has a deal for you for both the 16 GB and the 32 GB WiFi-only variants. The 16 GB is now selling for $119.99 on the deals site while the 32 GB edition is just a tad more for $124.99, which may be the better option for users. To sweeten the deal, the tablet comes bundled with a travel cover....
CrewPad
Virgin America CrewPad will serve you in the friendly skies
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It looks like Virgin America will be outfitting crew members with new Nexus 7 tablets, with the slates being badges as the CrewPad. The new CrewPad, which is based on Google's Nexus 7 hardware, will replace existing tablets in the fleet and provide crew members with a more efficient way to service guests on flights. Basically, on Virgin America flights, you can order food straight to...
Nexus 7
Just over a year after it took over the 7-inch Android tablet market with the original Nexus 7, Google released an updated version bearing the same name. The so-called "New Nexus 7" or "Nexus 7 (2013)" was again built by ASUS and keeps the same screen size, but picks up improvements across the board. It had a much higher resolution 1920x1200 display, a quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro...
Android L — round two
New developer preview images are here!
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After a bit of speculation as to whether Google would be updating the Android L developer preview before it launched into a full product, Google has just posted new Android L images for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013). This latest release, which carries the version number LPV81C (up from LPV79), includes support for the recently-announced Google Fit platform, but considering the small...
Nexus 7 LTE now has Android 4.4.3 factory image, OTA file
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While the spotlight may have shifted to Android 4.4.4 for many Nexus devices, the LTE-enabled version of the Nexus 7 now has its Android 4.4.3 factory image file available. The mobile-enabled versions of Nexus tablets often lag a bit behind the Wifi-only models when it comes to updates (for various reasons), so we don't know exactly when the Android 4.4.4 files will be available, but...
Google releases Android 4.4.3 factory images for Nexus devices
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New Android version brings redesigned Phone app along with anticipated bug fixes In an effort to create a balance in the force, Google has dropped the Android 4.4.3 image for the Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2013 (excluding the LTE version at present), Nexus 7 2012, Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 on their downloads page. It's a 440-465MB download, and you'll need fastboot set up to install it. We've not yet...
T-Mobile says Nexus update we know is coming is coming today
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Update: T-Mobile has also posted an update page for the LTE Nexus 7, which it identifies as Android 4.4.3, build KTU84L. We're still not seeing the update on any devices. Here we go again. T-Mobile says Android 4.4.3 is coming to the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 today. Bugfixes and security enhancements are all that's on the changelog, and the build version is listed as KTU84M. Fixes are always...
Google posts factory image for latest LTE Nexus 7 update
Android 4.4.2_r2 now ready for flashing and disassembly If you didn't get the small OTA for the LTE Nexus 7 that went out the other day to enable support for Verizon's 4G network — or if you're the type who likes to tear things apart and see what's changed — Google has now posted a full factory image. Supposedly there are no changes other than providing (better) support for Verizon,...
Pick up an original Nexus 7 32GB on Woot! for $149
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Save a few bucks on the first-generation Nexus 7 if you're on a budget It seems there's always a steady stream of deals for last-generation device, and the Nexus 7 (2012)") is up for sale on Woot! today for $149. That's a good price considering this is the 32GB variant, and while there isn't a 3G option like the latest Groupon deal we covered, most looking for a budget device will be...
Nexus 7 LTE getting Verizon compatibility update
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37MB file enables full compatibility with Verizon's LTE network, still Android 4.4.2 Your LTE-equipped Nexus 7 should be seeing an update today that adds "Full compatibility with Verizon's 4G LTE network" — though plenty of people are using it with no issues and no update. Build KVT49L is just 37MB, and doesn't show us anything new or exciting, but we'll take any update we can get,...
Pick up an original Nexus 7 Wifi or 3G with a solid discount from Groupon
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Not a unique deal, but one you can jump on easily if you're in need of a solid tablet If you're looking for a cheap way to pick up a solid tablet, the Nexus 7 (2012) is always a good fallback when compared to other tablets in its price range. Groupon is offering a deal right now for the Nexus 7 32GB Wifi for $149, or 32GB 3G (that's HSPA+ in this case) for $189 through its online store...