CyanogenMod is releasing a final version of CM12.1 series snapshot for OnePlus One devices. The OS update of such devices is primarily to fight against Stagefright bug virus aside from introducing enhanced features on the phone. Since updating to a new software version is very technical, there are published reports that can guide OnePlus One users to their devices.
IB Times listed the things to consider before updating the new OS version. First, users should assess third party installs and custom ROM if they are compatible with each other. Second, CM12.1 version should only be installed in OnePlus One or Bacon devices. To confirm this, users can go to Settings, then About Phone, and then Model number. Another consideration is that the device should be in boost loader unlocking mode before updating the new OS version.
Further, the update to CM12.1 version for OnePlus One devices may void company's warranty. Nevertheless, related report mentioned that the phone's warranty can be restored by flashing the device with stock-ROM. Along with the update, users should create back up files for possible retrieval after the OS update. Most of all, devices that are subjected to CM12.1 update should have enough battery and free memory space.
On the other hand, Android News Centre posted a downloadable link of CyanogenMod CM12.1 for users who would like to update manually. In the report, there is also an available snapchat tutorial for users in installing the OS update which consists of 10 steps.
CyanogenMod is the most popular custom ROM developer community in the world and it is genius for the developers in discovering a patch to fight against Stagefright virus. This is good news for OnePlus One users who are experiencing troubles brought about by the mobile virus. In one side, there is a great hope that the bug's loopholes will be totally killed through CyanogenMod's patch.
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