And while Google did say that that most if not all phones with Gingerbread would see an upgrade to Android 4. Now, of course, this largely depends no your air carrier and if your phone has an overlay like Motoblur or TouchWiz. Usually, this causes delays in rolling out these updates and as such, it could be later than sooner that your phone gets upgraded.
So now may be the time to look for a new phone if your contract is up. All you will need to do it confirm the installation and let it go. The last thing anyone wants is for their update to go bad because the phone battery died. To streamline this process, download the app ANYCUT and you can create a shortcut on your main screen which will do all that with a quick tap.
Another way to find out when updates are available is to follow your handset manufacturer and wireless carrier on Twitter.
They will usually announce dates so you can be on the lookout. Can i upgrade its OS from Android 2. Please help me up. I am using Galaxy Ace S of Android 2. I want to install android 2. Please Help me. Hi i am using HTC legend 2. Hello, i have a Droid X2 verizon, running version 1. I was wondering if anyone knew what the latest version is that I can run. If there is a newer version, could I have a link so I can download it? Please, any help would be amazing.
By the time it gets installed on your new tablet , it becomes an extremely proprietary operating system. If you want to see which operating system you're running, go to the settings menu and tap on "About Tablet. Using manufacturer-approved OS upgrades will also help you keep your warranty intact. This is the smart, safe way to go. Now, let's look at some of the other options for upgrading your tablet. The downside to manufacturer-approved OS updates is that they're often more conservative than some advanced users would prefer.
The manufacturer will not release a new version until it has been thoroughly tested and approved. And sometimes they won't advance to a newer version like going from Ice Cream Sandwich to Jelly Bean if the tablet's hardware isn't up to the task. That's when many users start to take matters into their own hands. You may have heard of " jailbreaking " for iPhones and iPads. The same thing is called "rooting" by the Android crowd. This is where users unlock the manufacturer-supplied firmware to install their own updates, customized OSes and apps that factory-supplied operating systems won't accept.
There are plenty of tutorials online to walk users through this process. Before rooting, do some homework to make sure that the tablet and the intended version of Android will play nicely.
Processing power and available memory are important issues here. Google provides the minimum requirements for each release, and hopefully so will any modified version of Android. Also, ask around the user forums to see if anyone has already successfully attempted a similar installation with the same type of tablet. Of course, the downside to rooting is the inherent risk.
If done improperly, a tablet can be rendered inoperable, the warranty can voided and the machine can develop security weaknesses [source: TechAdvisory]. And again, before installing a new OS, make sure that your tablet's technical specs are up to par for the new Android platform; having a deficient tablet trying to run a pumped-up operating system could leave the computer running worse than it did before.
In short, rooting should be left up to advanced users, and even that's no guarantee that everything will go smoothly. Are you thinking about rooting your device? The folks behind Android Central keep a running list of all the directions for rooting different tablets and smartphones. As a regular user of Mac products, working on this piece got me very interested in the Android operating system. Sure, the iPad's strength lies in its uniformity, but there's something to be said for Android, the chameleon of OSes.
Or perhaps "sherbet swirl" is a better description in keeping with their naming conventions. Sign up for our Newsletter! Mobile Newsletter banner close. The easiest way to update your Android is by connecting it to Wi-Fi and using the Settings app to find and trigger the update, but you may be able to use your Android's manufacturer desktop software to force an update.
Open your Android's Settings. Tap System or Software Update. Tap About phone or Advanced. Tap Update. Did this summary help you? Yes No. Random Article. Home Random Terms of Use. We use cookies to make wikiHow great. By using our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Cookie Settings. Explore this Article methods. Tips and Warnings. Related Articles. Article Summary. Method 1. Make sure your Android is connected to Wi-Fi.
In order to download and install an update, your Android must be connected to Wi-Fi, not cellular data. Depending on your Android, you may also need to plug your Android into its charger or have it charged to a certain point e. Scroll down and tap System. You'll find this option at the bottom of the Settings page.
On a Samsung Galaxy, you'll tap Software update instead. Tap About phone. It's near the bottom of the System page. If you're using a Google Android e. If you're using an Android tablet, you'll instead tap About tablet here. Tap the Update option. This option's name will vary, but you'll find it somewhere on the "About phone" or "Download updates manually" if you have a Samsung Galaxy page.
You may first have to tap a Check for updates button to search for an available update. Follow any on-screen instructions. Depending on your Android, you may have to tap through a few on-screen prompts e. Wait for your Android to finish updating. This can take upward of half an hour. Once your Android finishes updating and restarting, the newest available version of the operating system should be installed on your phone.
Method 2. Download your Android manufacturer's desktop software. This step will vary depending on your Android's manufacturer, but you'll usually find the desktop software in the "Downloads" section of the manufacturer's "Support" page.
Install the desktop software. Double-click the downloaded software setup file, then follow the on-screen prompted. On a Mac, you'll usually click and drag the manufacturer's software logo onto the Applications folder shortcut.
You may also need to verify the software before you can install it. Find and download an available update file. If your Android's manufacturer has an update available, you'll usually find it in the "Downloads" section of the "Support" page; you'll also most likely have to select your Android's type and model to find the proper update file.
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