You can now download Android 5.0 Lollipop (Developer Preview) build LPX13D for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7. After the initial preview build, LPv79, this is now the second and final developer preview before the official update will be released next month. This Preview Image of Android 5.0 Lollipop contains many of the major enhancements that were teased at Google I/O held previously this year. LPX13D will be bringing the final transformed stock applications and will also be completing the design overhaul. This is a greater update than the initial preview build, LPv79. There is one thing to note, Google is still not regarding this as a complete final upgrade for the masses but it is targeting it towards the developers so that they can test out their apps. You can manually update Nexus 5 to Android 5.0 LPX13D developer preview factory image from the tutorial below. The only catch is that if this will be your first time playing around with a factory image, you might have to unlock your bootloader first before continuing – which means wiping all of your phone data.
As you read further, we will guide you how to install Android 5.0 LPX13D Lollipop software update (preview image) on Nexus 5 with complete steps and instructions, how to backup your important data, some other important tips. In case you have problems connecting your phone with the computer, make sure USB drivers are properly installed and read the tips below. Your Nexus 5 can be on any Android version for this tutorial to work. Remember, this is an official factory image of Android 5.0 by Google, not a custom ROM. Let’s get on with the tutorial now.
Disclaimer: All the official firmwares, custom ROMs, software updates, themes, mods, tools, apps, or anything provided in our blog belongs to their respective developers. Most of the custom ROMs we are providing here are from XDA Developers. We (iDroid Horizon) or the respective developers are not responsible if any of our tutorial damage or brick your device. However if you follow our instruction properly, we hope it would not bring you in trouble. If you face any problems with our tutorials, please comment below. We are sure that we can bring your device in original position.
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Backup your all important data and apps because during any installation of a new custom ROM or Official Firmware , your device will be wiped and cleaned with new operating system. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. Read below for some important tips on how to backup Android data in a easy process:
As you read further, we will guide you how to install Android 5.0 LPX13D Lollipop software update (preview image) on Nexus 5 with complete steps and instructions, how to backup your important data, some other important tips. In case you have problems connecting your phone with the computer, make sure USB drivers are properly installed and read the tips below. Your Nexus 5 can be on any Android version for this tutorial to work. Remember, this is an official factory image of Android 5.0 by Google, not a custom ROM. Let’s get on with the tutorial now.
Disclaimer: All the official firmwares, custom ROMs, software updates, themes, mods, tools, apps, or anything provided in our blog belongs to their respective developers. Most of the custom ROMs we are providing here are from XDA Developers. We (iDroid Horizon) or the respective developers are not responsible if any of our tutorial damage or brick your device. However if you follow our instruction properly, we hope it would not bring you in trouble. If you face any problems with our tutorials, please comment below. We are sure that we can bring your device in original position.
Nexus 5 Android 5.0 LPX13D Factory Image Details:
Android 5.0 Developer Preview was released earlier today for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013). Lots of new changes have been made in this latest update to the preview and they all will make their way first to the Nexus 6 and Nexus 9. We will be posting more details as we near the official OTA for Nexus family of devices.Also Read:
- Update Nexus 5 to Android 5.1.1 LMY48B Lollipop Official Factory Image
- Some Awesome Features in Android 5.0 Lollipop
- Install OmniROM on Google Nexus 5 — Hammerhead (Android 4.4.4)
LG Nexus 5 USB Drivers
You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for LG Nexus 5 properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:Backup and some important tips
Done with USB Driver? Good. Now here we go for some work that you must do before installing this firmware. Please follow the important points that you need to take care of, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:Backup your all important data and apps because during any installation of a new custom ROM or Official Firmware , your device will be wiped and cleaned with new operating system. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. Read below for some important tips on how to backup Android data in a easy process:
- Backup your Android Apps : How to Backup Android Apps.
- Backup your SMS messages : Read How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
- Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data with Google Sync.
- Backup Call History on Android : How to Backup Call History.
- Backup WhatsApp Messages : How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages on Android.
- Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.
Samsung user can also backup data by using Official Sumsang Kies. If you backup data manually, you will get more options for what to choose from. You can also move your data to other Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy S5 backup data to Google Nexus 10. If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.
Few more important things that you must remember before installing any custom ROMs or Official Firmwares:
- You might face some problems in connecting your Android device to the computer. How to fix? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich and KitKat.
- Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?
- Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on iDroid Horizon are for factory unlocked Android devices. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your device is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the device model or carrier name.
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All set and ready? Good. You can now continue reading below and update your Nexus 5 to Android 5.0 factory image.
All set and ready? Good. You can now continue reading below and update your Nexus 5 to Android 5.0 factory image.
How to Install Android 5.0 LPX13D Preview on Nexus 5
We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to install Android 5.0 Lollipop (LPX13D) Developer Preview on Nexus 5 using the preview image provided by Google. This tutorial is for beginners who are not used to playing around with official factory images by Google for their Nexus devices.
Please make sure your phone fulfills all the requirements and you read the entire tutorial once before actually performing it on your device.
Just To Remember:
Step 2 - Connect your Nexus 5 to your computer using the USB cable.
Step 3 - Please make sure Fastboot is configured and properly installed on your computer. How? See here: How to Set Up ADB and Fastboot with Android SDK.
Step 4 - Turn OFF your tablet.
Step 5 - Get into the Fastboot/Bootloader Mode on your device. Turn ON the tablet while pressing and holding the Volume Up + Power buttons till you see the Fastboot menu and START on top.
Step 6 - Now extract the downloaded file anywhere in your computer. Go to the folder hammerhead-LPX13D and then copy/paste all the files to your Fastboot directory.
Step 9 - After the installation completes, your tablet will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait with patience!
That’s it! Your Nexus 5 should now have the official Android 5.0 LPX13D Lollipop Developer Preview update installed on your phone! Go to Settings >About phone to verify.
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Have fun playing with the new Android 5.0 Lollipop. All the instructions are clearly given above, but if you have any issues, please let us know.
- This tutorial is only for Lg Nexus 5 and I am not sure if it will work on the other variants of this tablet.
- Your tablet can be on any previous Android version or even on a custom ROM. It doesn’t matter at all. This tutorial will still work for installing Android 5.0 Lollipop.
- Enjoy Android 5.0 on your device and let us know your review about it!
NOTE: Installing Android 5.0 LPX13D Lollipop Developer Preview will WIPE / DELETE / ERASE everything from your tablet if your bootloader is not already unlocked. Please make sure you have a backup of all the data. Read: How to Backup Android Apps and Other Data.
Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:
Step 1 - Download Android 5.0 Preview Image (hammerhead-lpx13d-preview-f7596f51) for Nexus 5 on your PC from here:Step 2 - Connect your Nexus 5 to your computer using the USB cable.
Step 3 - Please make sure Fastboot is configured and properly installed on your computer. How? See here: How to Set Up ADB and Fastboot with Android SDK.
Step 4 - Turn OFF your tablet.
Step 5 - Get into the Fastboot/Bootloader Mode on your device. Turn ON the tablet while pressing and holding the Volume Up + Power buttons till you see the Fastboot menu and START on top.
Step 6 - Now extract the downloaded file anywhere in your computer. Go to the folder hammerhead-LPX13D and then copy/paste all the files to your Fastboot directory.
Note: If you followed our tutorial on setting up Fastboot on your computer, there is a 99% chance your Fastboot directory will be the platform-tools folder in your Android SDK directory.Step 7 - From the factory image files in your Fastboot directory, do the following depending which OS you are on:
- On Windows: Run the file “flash-all.bat”.
- On Mac: Run the file “flash-all.sh” using Terminal.
- On Linux: Run the file “flash-all.sh”.
Step 9 - After the installation completes, your tablet will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait with patience!
That’s it! Your Nexus 5 should now have the official Android 5.0 LPX13D Lollipop Developer Preview update installed on your phone! Go to Settings >About phone to verify.
Hit +1 or LIKE to thank us!
Have fun playing with the new Android 5.0 Lollipop. All the instructions are clearly given above, but if you have any issues, please let us know.
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