Google has just confirmed that it will be rolling out its Android 5.1 Lollipop update that offers users a mix of improvements that include bug fixes and enhanced functionality.
As confirmed through its Official Blog, the Lollipop update "improves stability and performance and offers a few new features like support for multiple SIM cards, Device Protection and high definition (HD) voice on compatible phones."
The compatible devices set to receive the roll out include Motorola's Nexus 6 as well as HTC's Nexus 9, reports The Verge of the highly-anticipated update. The Android team confirms that Device Protection -- a theft-security feature -- "will be available on most Android phones and tablets shipped with Android 5.1 in addition to Nexus 6 and Nexus 9".
Following the roll out of the Lollipop platform, a number of devices suffered number of bugs that include memory leaks and Wi-Fi disconnection issues. These bugs have been complained by a large number of users and hopefully per ExtremeTech, the concerns have since been marked as "fixed and scheduled for a future release" on the Android public issue tracker.
In addition, the blog post provided the following other details:
High Definition voice calling is now on your mobile phone. Get crystal clear calling with HD Voice between compatible Android 5.1 devices like the Nexus 6 on T-Mobile or Verizon.
Android 5.1 Lollipop also provides enhancements such as the ability to join Wi-Fi networks and control of your paired Bluetooth devices directly from Quick Settings.
We hope you enjoy these tasty additions to Android Lollipop as you get more out of your Android phone and tablet.
Extreme Tech shared that following the launch, "The rollout is starting today, which means OTA updates are going out to Nexus devices. This will be followed by full factory images for these phones and tablets, which can be used to flash them back to stock after modifications. This process will probably be complete in a few days, but from there the wait gets much longer. Device makers will have to take the new code and merge it with their custom Android builds, and then have it certified by carrier partners. That process could take a few months."
For those who are unsure of how to proceed when using a factory image, head over to this site and use the guide to aid you as you go along. Kindly note that the steps were specifically geared for the earlier Android 5.0 Lollipop but the same steps are to be followed.
Factory images for Nexus devices can be found here.
