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Android 5.1 factory images for two Nexus 7 2013 versions are now downloadable. Links and instructions for installation are also provided below. Further, it is advised to backup all data.

Google has just released Android 5.1 factory images for Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi and LTE versions. The latest update comes out with build number LMY470. The Android 5.1 was supposedly a maintenance release. However, it now brings some important changes and bug fixes. The size of update is less than 200 MB. Users can expect update notifications to appear on their devices, or they can also choose to download and install factory images for both Nexus 7 versions. The Android 5.1 is called as 'razor' for the Wi-Fi version, and 'razorg' for the LTE version.

iDigitalTimes also gives detailed instructions for Android 5.1 factory image of Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi and LTE versions. Before installing the factory image of the LTE version, users are reminded:

• If the Nexus 7 2013 LTE version is rooted, then owners will loose root access completely. In case a custom Recovery is installed, users will still loose it.
• Backup all important data in the device
• Charge battery over 40%.
• Enable USB Debugging from Developer Options menu.
  • If the Developer Options menu is not seen, it needs to 'unhide.'
  • Go to Settings> About Phone and tap 7 times on the Build Number section
  • Go back to Developer Options, enable it, scroll down and then enable USB Debugging.

Follow the installation guide exclusively for the Nexus 7 2013 LTE version factory image here.

For the factory image of the Wi-Fi version, users are also reminded when trying to install:

• In case the Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi version is rooted, users will lose root acces. If any custom Recoveries have been installed, it will be lost too.
• Backup all important data in the device.
• Charge battery over 40%.
• Make sure that the USB Debugging is enabled in the Developer Options menu.

Follow the installation guide exclusively for the Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi version factory image here.

The guides for the Wi-Fi and LTE versions are to be used only by an advanced Android user.

Disclaimer: When choosing to install factory images of Android 5.1 for Nexus 7 2013 Wi-FI and LTE versions, it may result to data loss. Owners are advised to backup all data stored in the device before proceeding with the installation process. VcPost or any source giving the links will not be responsible for any damage or loss of information. Download at your own risk.

The Android 5.1 will return the 'Auto-rotate' tile animation; add animations for the icons on top of the Clock app; allow users to manually remove the 'Hotspot' and 'Color inversion' toggles in Quick Settings; changes the interface of the contacts creating/editing screen; new mode to Smart Lock; support for multiple SIMs; and many more.