Update android to latest version. Why update the tablet and is it worth it

Getting updates is a joyful event for every owner of an Android smartphone and tablet. Since the new version of the system includes: advanced features, improved features, correction of previously identified errors and vulnerabilities. At the same time, some devices are not configured for automatic android updates, so they need to be activated or manually installed firmware. In our article, we will describe in detail how to update android in the simplest and most affordable way.

Ways to update Android OS

There are four main ways to update the system:

1. FOTA (Firmware Over The Air).
2. Update via PC.
3. The standard recovery mode is Recovery Mode.
4. Third party recovery mode - TWRP or CWM.

Literally from English, FOTA translates as: firmware over the air. For most manufacturers, this is the primary method of OS delivery and remote system updates. The method is good because it excludes user intervention, does not require a PC and does not force you to go to a service center. It is enough to find wireless Internet access.

The method using a PC involves installing the system through the manufacturer's proprietary utility. This allows you to receive an update before the OTA mailing list or if you do not have access to wireless internet. In some cases, if the bootloader is unlocked on the device and / or ROOT rights are obtained, the method will avoid software damage.

The standard recovery mode - Recovery Mode, allows you to update the official versions of the OS, similar to the "using a PC" method. In this case, the file with the firmware must first be placed in the device’s memory, start the boot mode and “flash” the system.

Third-party recovery mode TWRP or CWM, designed to install custom or modified versions of the Android OS. This method allows you to receive unofficial updates after the manufacturer stops supporting.

Important! Each update method carries the risk of damage to the device: due to unforeseen circumstances, non-compliance with conditions or user errors. We will talk in more detail about the problems that you may have to face when considering a specific update method. The methods are also arranged according to complexity, where 1 is the simplest, requires a minimum of effort and knowledge; 4 - the most difficult, recommended for experienced and knowledgeable users.

Before you update the android on your phone, you need to prepare the device and follow the general recommendations:

1. Get feedback from other owners. Often, a hastily released update contains critical bugs that lead to a deterioration in device performance.
2. Make a backup. Transferring application data and files will prevent the loss of important information and, if necessary, quickly set up the device after the update. If possible, make a backup copy of the entire firmware.
3. Charge the battery to 75% or more. The process of installing a new system takes an average of 5-20 minutes. If there is not enough power, the system will not be completely updated, which may cause the device to become inoperable.
4. Use the original cable and USB connectors of the motherboard. It is not recommended to connect the device, if it is a PC, through hubs/splitters/extenders and use the connectors on the front panel.
5. It is advisable to take care of a self-powered source. To prevent a sudden power outage, it is recommended to use a laptop / netbook or uninterruptible power supplies - UPS.
6. It is important to remember that updates take up to 2 GB, so it is recommended to download files via a Wi-Fi connection without traffic limits.
7. During the installation process, do not touch the device. It may seem that the device is frozen, but it is not.

For a better understanding, please read the articles below:

Method 1: Install updates via FOTA

Often a notification about the availability of an update comes automatically. This allows you to immediately proceed to download and install the new system. If this does not happen, the verification must be performed manually.

Instructions for checking for updates in a "clean" version of Android:

1. Open the settings section.
2. Scroll down and select "About device", in some devices "System Update" is placed in the settings.
3. Click on the "System Update" line.
4. In the new window, select the line "Check for update" or "Download" - if the update is available.
5. We are waiting for the download of the firmware file. The process runs in the background, so it is not necessary to keep the update window open.
6. After the download is complete, you will be notified that the installation is ready. You need to click "Restart and install", after which the update will begin.

Instructions for checking for updates in Xiaomi devices:

1. Let's go to the settings.
2. We go down to the very bottom, select the item "About phone".
3. In the new window, select the "System Update" button.
4. In the next window that appears, click on the "Check for Update" button. We are waiting for the information to be updated, after which we press the "Update" button if updates are available.

Important!

1. When using FOTA, user data is not deleted.
2. You cannot use FOTA if the bootloader is unlocked on the device, ROOT rights are obtained, third-party or modified firmware or kernel is installed. There is a high probability of software or physical damage to the device.
3. Often the use of FOTA leads to software damage due to the fault of the manufacturer. In this case, you need to contact the service center certified by the manufacturer or the store where the purchase was made.
4. If an update is available but you don't receive a notification, you need to clear the data and cache of the Google Services Framework application. To do this, go to settings, then applications, then switch the display of system programs, select GSM, clear the cache and data. After that, you need to check the update again. Often the notification does not appear immediately, you have to wait several minutes or hours.

Method 1.1: FOTA update of Xiaomi smartphones

Xiaomi releases updates for its own devices with the MIUI shell every week. These are test versions, where the errors found earlier are fixed, but the stability is not brought to the optimal value. At the same time, each owner has the opportunity to try out an interim update that is installed similarly to the stable version.

Instructions for installing a "stable" and / or "weekly" update:

1. Go to official website manufacturer.
2. Select the device type to be used from the list.
3. Click on the green button to download the firmware - "Download Full ROM".

Please note "Stable ROM" is a stable update, and "Developer ROM" is a test update. Often the version of the test build is higher, there may be new features or additional bugs fixed. At the same time, it is recommended to download the stable version, due to the smaller number of flaws.

If the firmware is downloaded via a smartphone, you should specify the initial partition or download folder for saving, so as not to waste time searching for the firmware later. If through a PC, then the file is also better placed in the root folder. In this case, the free amount of flash memory must be at least 1 GB.

1. Next, you need to open the settings section, select "About device", and then "System update".
2. A new window will pop up with a suggestion for FOTA verification.
3. You must click on the button with three dots to open the drop-down list, where select the item "Select firmware file".
4. In the open window of the file manager, specify the firmware file.
5. After confirming the action, the device will start in recovery mode, after which the further process will take place without user intervention.

Method 2: Update using PC

To install the update, you need a PC and a proprietary utility for a specific brand of device. Motorola uses RSDLite, Samsung uses Smart Switch, etc.

General instructions for updating Motorola smartphones via RSDLite:

1. Install the drivers and the RSDLite program.
2. Download and unzip the appropriate firmware file for the device you are using.
3. We connect the smartphone / tablet to the PC via a USB cable. We launch the RSDLite program.
4. We are waiting for the successful discovery of the device.
5. Click on the button with three dots and specify the XML file in the unzipped folder.
6. Click "Start" and wait for the operation to complete.

Very important! Before flashing, it is imperative to clarify whether the XML file needs to be pre-edited, where part of the code needs to be removed. For example, in the Razr M model, you need to erase the lines with the “tz” and “gpt” sections, otherwise you will not be able to flash the device. Read more about this in a separate article below.

Instructions for updating Samsung devices through the Smart Switch program:

1. Download Smart Switch Utility on PC official site .
2. Run the program, connect the device to PC via USB cable. The presence of the Internet for a PC is mandatory.
3. If an update is available for the connected device, you will be prompted to download it. Otherwise, there will be no notification.
4. You need to click on the "Update" button, after which the download of the file will begin.
5. Then follow the further instructions and confirm the action.
6. The device will reboot into recovery mode where the installation will begin.
7. After finishing, it is recommended to make a backup copy and perform a factory reset. This will delete data on the internal storage, as well as on the external one if Adoptable storage is used.

Method 3: Using the standard recovery mode - Recovery

Recovery Mode - Recovery Mode, allows you not only to reset the settings and clear the data, but also to install updates. To switch to this mode, you need:

1. Turn off the device, then turn it on by simultaneously holding one of the combinations of physical buttons. On a specific device, the correct combination is different:

• Power and volume "+".
• Power and volume "-".
• Both volume and power buttons.
• Volume "-", home button and power button.

1. As soon as a picture with a green robot and an exclamation mark appears, you need to simultaneously hold down both volume keys.
2. If everything is done correctly, a list of commands will be displayed. The volume buttons are used for navigation, and the power key is the "select" action.

It is difficult for novice users to get into Recovery Mode the first time. There is nothing to worry about, just try again. To exit the mode, you need to select the “reboot system now” item or hold down the power button to reboot the device.

Android update algorithm through Recovery Mode:

1. First download the firmware file via a smartphone, tablet or computer. In the latter case, the archive must be transferred to the device on an SD card.
2. Restart your device and enter recovery mode.
3. Select the item "Apply Update from SD card", then find the firmware file.
4. We are waiting for the end of the procedure, after which we select "reboot system now".

Important!

1. Be sure to download the firmware with the appropriate region for the device. Since due to different versions of the modem, there is a high probability of being left with a device that does not load the system.
2. Using Recovery Mode does not invalidate the warranty, as this is the standard mode of any Android device.

Method 4: Using a third-party recovery mode - TWRP or CWM

TWRP and CWM are similar to the standard recovery mode, due to the same purpose, while they have advanced features. The user can create the current version of the system, restore; installation of third-party firmware, kernels, applications, etc.

Installing updated versions of third-party firmware is similar to the previous paragraph:

1. First download the firmware file.
2. Turn off the device and go to TWRP.
3. We create a backup copy of the current system, the "Save" button. To confirm any action, you always need to hold the arrow to the right from the bottom.
4. Next, click on the "Clear" button to erase the data and cache.
5. We return to the main menu and press the "Install" button, specify the firmware file.
6. Confirm the action, wait for the end of the operation. After that, clear the cache and reboot the system.

Important! Updating android using TWRP or CWM is quite simple. We placed this method last due to the fact that in order to use the method, you first need to get ROOT rights, and for this you need to unlock the bootloader. And this automatically deprives the owner of the guarantee. Additional difficulties are that for some models there are no effective ways to unlock the bootloader, an initially unsuitable OS version for hacking, or you need to pay for unlocking.

Conclusion

If you follow the recommendations described, follow the instructions and clarify all incomprehensible questions in advance, updating android to android with the new version will go smoothly and without problems. At the same time, it is worth remembering that errors are not excluded, not through the fault of the user, but due to the haste of the manufacturer, the incompetence of the developer, or for other reasons.

Therefore, in the absence of sufficient knowledge and experience, it is recommended to start with a simple update method and move gradually to the most difficult one, if it makes sense. Don't forget to read the recommended articles to better understand the topic.

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Periodically, each device running the Android OS needs to update the current version of the operating system. Of course, even without this, the gadget will remain in working condition, but nevertheless, some problems may arise with the old version. Therefore, today we will talk about how to update Android.

Often, when launching a new model for sale, some software problems remain out of sight of the manufacturing company. A conscientious developer always tries to eliminate the shortcomings of previously released versions identified in the process of using the gadget, and in addition, add new features that are more user-friendly.

There are also third-party developers who do not work for one or another company that produces mobile devices, but release their own, unofficial software (custom firmware) for many models of devices, which can be even better quality than Android versions directly from the manufacturer.

In addition, devices from little-known manufacturers (usually Chinese) purchased outside the Russian Federation and not having normal localization also need a firmware update.

How to update the version (firmware) of Android

Standard procedure

Official updates from the manufacturer are released quite regularly. As a rule, this applies to popular models of gadgets or devices manufactured by well-known companies.

Such updates are absolutely free, do not require special knowledge from the user, and usually occur automatically. An Internet connection is required to check the firmware and update it.

Go to the main settings, in the section " System", at the very bottom we find the item" About phone" (may be " About device"), then open the position" System update" (may be " Update ON", on some models you will need to press the " Check now«):

The display will show “ System check“, after which a message will appear about the availability of the latest version or about its use, which means the system has been updated automatically. If this does not happen, then before flashing to a new version of Android, we will find out information about the firmware installed on a particular device. To do this, we return to the "About phone" section and at the very bottom we find the necessary information:

Knowing the current firmware version is necessary to obtain information about the availability of more recent software versions for a specific smartphone / tablet model and the possibility of installing them.

Note: if you are using a gadget whose software does not support the Russian language, then you need to find the items " About tablet" or " About phone” and already there to look for the necessary information.

Using third-party programs (ROM Manager)

Sometimes downloading an official update via Internet is not possible, and even custom firmware cannot be installed in this way at all. In this case, one of the best applications used for this purpose, .

With this program, you can easily create system backups and (in our case) manually update the current version of Android, including on Chinese smartphones.

For correct work with the program, it is necessary if your device is not rooted.

After launch, the program will ask you to install ClockWorkMod Recovery (CWM), this is a more advanced mod of the standard Android Recovery OS. We agree, and then we do the following:

Upload to SD card of your device with the necessary firmware (zip-archive format), which can be found on the official website of the developer of our device, run the utility ROM manager, then select " Install ROM from SD card". Using the folder navigation, we indicate the path to the archive on our es-di map. Now let's activate the button Save Current ROM" (this is done to be able to roll back to the old version if you do not like the new firmware) and select the position "":

We agree with the reboot and the program will start the process of rebooting the smartphone in the mode CWM and installing new firmware.

Also, the ROM Manager application will help in finding the firmware for a specific device, for this, in the program menu, select the item " Download firmware”, and it may well be that there is something more suitable for you.

Learn more about app features ROM manager we watch the video:

Via ClockWorkMod Recovery

It is possible that updating Android using the ROM Manager utility did not work, especially this situation is possible on smartphones from Chinese or little-known manufacturers. In this case, you can use the CWM menu.

ClockworkMod Recovery (or CWM Recovery) is an analogue of the standard recovery with advanced features. This utility will help not only perform a hard reset of the device or install patches for games, but also make the firmware of the mobile gadget.

CWM supports most Android devices. In fact, every second modern Android smartphone (or tablet) is equipped with Modrecovery CWM. But if your device has only stock (standard) recovery, then install CWM Recovery using the ROM Manager application (see above).

After entering the ClockWorkMod Recovery menu, navigate using the volume key, first select " wipe data/factory reset" (to reset all settings to factory settings), then " wipe cache" (to clear the cache). Now find the line install zip from sd card» and confirm the action with the hardware button « Home” or the power button of the device (it plays the role of the button “ Yes»):

Note: for some models of devices, menu operation can be controlled using a sensor.

Further, hitting the point " choose zip from sd card”, specify the path to the new firmware in the ZIP archive that was saved on the es-di card, confirm the choice by clicking“ Yes - Install /sdcard/update.zip»:

After the steps have been taken, the process of flashing our Android device will be launched. Upon completion, select " reboot system now" to reboot the device and wait for the device to load, which can take a rather long period of time.

Important ! Before updating the Android version (firmware), you need to fully charge the device, because the whole process will take about half an hour. During the firmware, the smartphone will need a lot of energy to correctly complete the task. In addition, the backlight of the display during the update procedure will be at maximum brightness, and the update process interrupted due to lack of power can lead to disastrous consequences.

Therefore, before you start updating your device, assess the degree of risk and try to approach the issue of how to update the Android version responsibly. Good luck!

In this article, we will look at how to update android on a phone and on a tablet, as well as determine the current version of the software and update it to the latest. Let's go a little deeper into history.

A bit of history

At the time of writing, the most up-to-date version of the Android operating system is 7.0 Nougat. We were informed about the release of this version of the operating system on May 16, 2016 at the Google I/O conference. Initially, several Nexus and Google phones were included in the list of devices with the ability to update the firmware:

1. Huawei Nexus 6P;
2. LG Nexus 5X;
3. Motorola Nexus 6;
4. HTC Nexus 9;
5. ASUS Nexus Player;
6. Google Pixel C
7. General Mobile 4G.

The first version of android was released already in 2008, so you should think about how to update the android system, when and how you can do it. In total, the following versions can be included in the list of "significant" updates for Android:

1. in 2010, updates 2.2 Froyo and 2.3.3 - 2.3.7 Gingerbread were released;
2. in 2011, update 4.0.3 - 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich was released;
3. in 2012, the 4.1.x Jelly Bean update was released;
4. in 2013, Google continued to update 4.1.x Jelly Bean and released a global update 4.4.x KitKat;
5. in 2014, update 5.0 Lollipop was released;
6. in 2015, update 6.0 Marshmallow was released, where the manufacturer relied on an intuitive interface;
7. in 2016, update 7.0 Nougat was released, which is the latest version for android.

Find out the current version of android

Before updating the version of Android, you need to know the current version. In most devices running Android, the menus, despite the different versions, are not significantly different. In order to find the desired menu in the phone, we must first go to the settings (settings) - usually the icon is hidden behind the status bar curtain or in the menu (Menu). Next, we find the item “about phone” (about phone) (usually located after all the settings) and look at the item Android version (Android version) - this is the current version of android.

Ways

So, how to update the version of android. Previously, to update the firmware of devices, it was necessary to visit the Service Center of the company.

There are several ways to update the android version, namely using mobile Internet (WIFI) using a computer (Data cable) and using recovery mode.

Over the air update (FOTA)

How can I update Android by Wi-Fi? "FOTA" is short for Firmware Over-the-Air.

This method of updating (to the latest version) the android version is the easiest and most affordable, unlike contacting the manufacturer's service center or using a computer and additional software.

The first step is to set up an over-the-air update service (for some manufacturers of phones and tablets, you need to additionally create an account for this, for example, in Samsung smartphones, you need to add a Samsung account).

The first step, when performing an over-the-air update, is to enable this feature.. To do this, go to the settings menu and select the item - receive updates over the air.

In the additional menu, it is recommended to check the box “receive updates only via WIFI” - software updates can weigh more than GB of data, which is not profitable due to the cost and speed of mobile Internet.

Next, click on the menu item Software update (Software update)-> Update (Update) and follow the instructions on the screen. During the update procedure, the android device may reboot and possibly the so-called “hanging” - when the device does not respond to pressing the screen and buttons - do not worry, this is a forced lock for this procedure.

Warning: at the time of the software update, you need to charge the phone at least 50%, and preferably 100%. Otherwise, you can get the so-called "brick" and recovery will be possible only at the service center.

From a PC using a special data cable

You can also update the Android version from a computer. Let's move on to updating software using a computer. For what it needs to be considered further (after all, you can update by "air"). Suppose you have received RTH access rights on your phone (for example, Samsung), and when updating the software over the air, an error appears that the device is not official. For this, we need a Data cable, software for a computer.

First, charge the phone up to at least 50%. After we install the software on the computer and connect the phone. Download the latest version of android from the official site. Some software has an option to update the software and independently offers the latest version. Next, without disconnecting the phone from the computer, click the update software item.

Note: when updating the software via a Data cable, often the superuser rights (RUT) may disappear and they will have to be obtained again.

recovery mode

How to update the firmware on RM? This method is complex and not required for every user. It is mainly used to install alternative firmware MIUI, Cyanogen Mod. For this method, an alternative CWM Recovery and the obtained RTH rights are usually used.

Consider the procedure in order:

1. We save all the necessary information available in the phone.
2. We copy the necessary file for firmware to the phone’s memory and turn off the phone;
3. We go into Recovery (volume up button + center key + power key);
4. Next, select the Install from sdcard item;
5. Select the previously copied firmware file and click Install;
6. Next, we are waiting for the complete installation of the firmware.

Note: In each firmware, the installation process on the device may be different, so you need to consult the installation on the software manufacturer's forum.

The updated phone, tablet, as practice shows, acquires not only new functionality (whether it is payment using NFC with one touch or a more friendly interface), but also receives protection from malware and scammers. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep track of software and operating system updates. Now you know how to update Android on a tablet or your phone.

All users of the Android system sooner or later think about updating the system. This is not surprising, because software developers do not hesitate to release the next new version. New updates usually open the way for you to new features, so users are often looking for a software update solution. In this article, we will offer you two options to solve this problem.

1) Software update through phone settings

This method is one of the simplest and most accessible to all users. You don't need to put in much effort, just follow the instructions. Screenshots are made on Android 4.4 - KitKat.

Step 1

Backup. As a rule, updating the software through the phone settings is a practically harmless process, but in order to avoid unwanted problems, you need to make a backup.

Step 3

Once you have opened Settings, scroll down the settings panel to System. Click on "About device". As a rule, depending on your device, the names of this item may look like “About Tablet PC” or “About Phone”

Step 4

Click on the "System Update" option.

Step 5

Next, click the "Download" or "Check Now" button. After this action, you will receive a message that updates are available for your system. It is worth noting that updating the system may take you a little time. It is also necessary to connect the device to Wi-Fi. After all the steps, restart the devices.

That, perhaps, is all. If after updating the device you have problems with operation, errors or freezes, then you need to restart the device again.

2) Software update via computer

To install the latest updates, you can also use special programs. The most famous such programs are Kies, as well as New PC Studio.

Step 1

Download the program to your computer. Install it.

Step 2

We connect the phone via USB-cable to the computer. If you have installed the Kies program, you need to open it and click on the "Tools" tab.

Step 3

Next, select the item "Firmware update and initialization". As a rule, after completing this procedure, the program itself will determine the availability of available updates for your device. After all the steps, you need to restart the phone. Also, do not forget that even if you update the software through a computer, you still need the Internet.

Attention!

Whichever software update option you choose, remember that the slightest mistake or failure can cause your phone to lose important data or simply turn into a "brick". So be careful when you install updates. Don't forget to make backups. Good luck!

Updates to the software and the operating system itself are, as you know, the key to security and stable operation. Yes, if you do not update, your device will also work, but new features may be missing or vulnerabilities may appear. To prevent this from happening, we will tell you how to update Android in different ways.

When a new smartphone first appears on sale, its software is often quite "raw". A good manufacturer tries to fix bugs and release updates as soon as possible. It turns out that a user who does not install a patch will still use a buggy device.

Moreover, sometimes gaps in the operating system are discovered that allow attackers to steal your personal data and force your smartphone to work in networks for DDoS attacks. It is in order to protect the user and make the smartphone fast, reliable, and also more functional that firmware updates are needed.

Preparing for the upgrade

Before proceeding with the procedure for installing new versions of the OS, you need to make sure that your Internet connection is stable and fast enough. The update algorithm is designed in such a way that an under-downloaded file will not be installed. However, if you're using a slow network, packages that are often gigabytes in size can take days to download.

Also, before you start, just in case, we advise you to create a backup copy of all available data. Usually, the user's personal files are not lost, but it's still worth it to play it safe. Just connect your smartphone to your computer or laptop and copy all videos, photos and music there.

In what cases auto-update may not work

There are 8 generations of the Android operating system. In addition, each of the manufacturers modifies the OS for themselves. But one way or another, there are a number of established reasons due to which new updates may not be installed:

• the update is simply disabled in the phone settings;
• the manufacturer has stopped supporting the model and updates for it are no longer available;
• there is no connection to the network;
• Not enough free space on the drive.

From all this, you can understand what to do if Android is not updated. Next, we move on to the instructions for updating your device.

How to change the version (firmware) of Android

Since there are many versions of the Android OS, we will describe the process for each of them. Also, work with the OS may vary, for example, depending on the manufacturer of the device. In Xiaomi Redmi Note 4x, HTC One M7 or Meizu, everything can look completely different. We will not consider the first and second editions of the green robot, since if such devices still exist, then updates for them have not been released for a long time. An example of updating using third-party programs will also be given.

Standard Over the Air Update Procedure

So, let's get started and start with the oldest version of the OS from Google and go up.

Android 4.x

In order to change the configuration of the OS, you must first get into its settings. In the fourth edition of Android, this is done like this:

1. On the home screen, tap on the icon with the image of several dots arranged in a row.

1. Click the settings gear, which is located in the main menu of the device.

1. Scroll to the bottom of the list and select the item marked in the figure.

1. We need the "System Update" item.

1. Here we see that there are no new versions of the OS, but to be sure, we still press the marked button.

In the case of Android 4.x, if there were updates, the system would download them, then reboot and install in PreOS mode. The same is true for other versions of the OS.

Android 5.x

In the fifth edition of the operating system, we do this:

1. We move the notification line or, as it is also called, the “curtain” down and tap on the settings icon.

1. We twist the contents of the window to the very bottom and select the item "About tablet" or "About phone".

1. Just like in the fourth edition, click on the item circled in the screenshot.

1. As you can see, there are no updates, but you can check them manually.

Android 6.x

We pass to the conditional equator of the development of operating systems from Google. This is the sixth version named Marshmallow. Consider how to check and, if necessary, apply updates here:

1. On the desktop or, as it is also called, the home screen, press the menu button.

1. Tap on the settings gear.

1. Go to the point marked in the screenshot below. You can find it at the very bottom of the settings.

1. Click on "System Update".

1. As a result, we see that there are no updates. To be sure, click on the circled button to recheck for them.

Android 7.x

We will not talk about the newest version of Android G8, because it is installed so far only on some smartphones. But let's talk about its predecessor right now:

1. We lower the "curtain" and go to the settings.

1. Scroll down the list and tap on the last list.

1. Here, on the contrary, we choose the very first item.

1. Then click "Check for Updates".

As in other cases, there were no updates. So we have the latest version of the operating system and you don’t have to worry about its security.

ROM manager

1. In order to install the program, you need to open the Play Market.

1. Here we prescribe the name of the program we need and select it from the generated list.

1. Click the button that will start the installation of the application.

1. We allow the utility access to the necessary resources.

1. We are waiting until all the files necessary for the program to work are downloaded and installed.

1. You can launch the application directly from the store.

1. Also, a program shortcut will appear on the Android desktop.

Here is the ROM Manager software interface. Here we need to tell you something. The fact is that this program has extensive functionality, which in its entirety you will not need. You only need the item "Check for update". Then just follow the prompts of the program.

Recovery

The last option we will look at is working with custom Recovery using unofficial firmware. In order to install the firmware through it, you must first download it in .zip format. It will be possible to do this on one of the forums that the Internet is full of.

1. In order to get into recovery, turn off your smartphone. Then press and hold the power button and the volume up button at the same time. When the logo appears, release them. In the custom Recovery menu, select the installation item.

Since there are several such recovery, the names of the points and their location may change.

1. Next, open the folder in which we previously placed the archive with the firmware.

1. And choose the firmware itself.

Attention! If you flash a file that is not for your device, it can turn into a “brick”, which even a service center cannot restore.

1. To apply the update, drag the slider to the right.

You can also update your phone through a special package from the manufacturer. For example, in the case of Samsung, this is a proprietary KIES utility. You need to work with it through a computer.

Results and comments

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