Motorola Moto X is no longer left when it comes to Android updates. The model has a Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset therefore it needs some tweaking before it can accommodate the update. To date, it is the last of the Moto lineup to receive the new Android roll out.
Motorola Moto X (2013) is updated a month ago and today, a soak test begins in Brazil for Android 5.1 Lollipop. Moto X (2014) as well is now running in Android 5.1 and the updates receive positive feedback from users. It is seen to bring increased usability along with improvements in stability. There are also several bug fixes in response to the numerous feedbacks with Androids and Moto X and lastly, quick settings to customize notifications are available.
At present, Moto X updates are happening in Brazil and if all go well, a worldwide roll out follows in May. Furthermore, since the results of the update soak test varies and may be affected by other factors, Moto X (2013) upgrade could span until the end of 2015 or early next year.
Motorola's David Schuster announces that the first generations of Moto X, Moto E and Moto G with LTE all jumps to Android 5.1 Lollipop and skips Kitkat. The said action is resorted to in order to prevent update problems especially common for first time roll outs. There are no definite declarations yet when the worldwide Android 5.1 update be, but many think it will not be long considering the soak test in Brazil though it remains to be seen whether the company opts for a full OTA update.
Moto X users are eager to hear from Brazil on how the device feels running on Android 5.1 Lollipop particularly feedbacks on recurring issues such as multi-tasking and lags in notification. According to most reports and outlooks on the current Brazil roll out, the recent Motorola tweaks on their models to avoid issues with Android 5.1 is solid and worldwide users should expect OTS updates as early as next month.
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