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• If you own an Android One smartphone, like the Micromax Canvas A1 AQ4501, Karbonn Sparkle V, Symphony Roar A50, Nexian Journey One Mi438S and so on, you can now manually download.
• Apart from link to Download Android 5.0 Lollipop Gapps, you can also find download links for Android 4.4.x KitKat Gapps, Android 4.3.x Jelly Bean Gapps, Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Gapps, Android 4.1.x Jelly Bean Gapps, Android 4.0.x Ice Cream Sandwich Gapps and Android 2.3.x Gingerbread Gapps.
• Just download Android 5.0 from our website, follow the instructions, download and install the application on your smartphone or tablet operating on the Android system to install the new firmware. To download the firmware for your mobile device, you need to select your device from the list below or by clicking the link.

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Cupcake, Donut, Éclair, Froyo, Gingerbread, Honeycomb, Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean. Either we're talking about a stash of confiscated food items from a Weight Watchers group picnic, or we're about to spend some time discussing Android operating system (OS) upgrades. Thank goodness it's the latter of the two.

We know that Google have finally revealed Android 5.0 Lollipop last October. Soon after they also developed Android 5.0.1 and now Android 5.0.2 is finally here for the Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 tablets. So far Google has only rolled out Lollipop for its Nexus series of phones and tablets.

Whereas Apple computer OSes get named for man-eating felines (Mountain Lion, Snow Leopard) and Microsoft chooses a seemingly incoherent assortment of letters, numbers and words (XP, 7, Vista), Google's Android line goes for a subtler, tastier approach. But don't let the friendly naming distract you; the company's schedule of releases is as aggressive as it gets. Those eight versions were released between 2009 and 2012.

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That speed causes a common problem for tablet users who are prone to comments like this: 'My hardware is running on Honeycomb (version 3.0). Can I upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich (version 4.0), or can I leapfrog right to Jelly Bean (version 4.1)? Can my tablet even handle it?'

Those are all great, common questions. But before we even talk about upgrading anything, take a few minutes to back up your entire tablet using Android's built-in tools. It's easy enough. Just go to Settings, then Privacy and check the boxes for 'Back Up My Data' and 'Automatic Restore.' This way, if the upgrade goes badly and you have to reset your OS, at least everything from photos to apps and settings will be saved off your tablet.

Now that we have that formality out of the way, we're ready to talk about upgrading your Android software.

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Before we get into upgrades, it's important to know that some manufacturers are in the habit of adding different 'skins,' or user interfaces, to whichever stock version of Android they've selected for a device. As a result, Ice Cream Sandwich, say, isn't going to look or act the same across the assorted technologies you and your friends are packing. A manufacturer may tweak the operating system to work with a tablet's cameras or interface with a cellular digital service. That's what you get with an open source system. (But let it be said that there's spirited debate among the Android community about whether all this customization is necessary or just plain ridiculous.)

In short, when Google releases a new version of Android, it's a very basic platform. By the time it gets installed on your new tablet, it becomes an extremely proprietary operating system.

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If you want to see which operating system you're running, go to the settings menu and tap on 'About Tablet.' It should display the current version of Android on your tablet.

You'll discover three common ways to update your Android OS:

1. From the settings menu: Tap on the 'update' option. Your tablet will check in with its manufacturer to see if there are any newer OS versions available and then run the appropriate installation.
2. Visit the manufacturer's site: Every reputable tablet manufacturer (there are some no-name brands on the market) will have a technical support site that offers the latest updates and drivers for your particular model. Visit that site from your device's Web browser, and you'll be able to update other drivers as well.
3. Connect to your computer: Most manufacturers sell their tablets with a way of allowing them to interface with other computers. Connect your tablet to your computer, launch its proprietary software and grab your owners manual. You can probably reload your entire OS from scratch in a few minutes.

/microsoft-rm-1072-unlock-code-free.html. Using manufacturer-approved OS upgrades will also help you keep your warranty intact. This is the smart, safe way to go. Now, let's look at some of the other options for upgrading your tablet.

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The downside to manufacturer-approved OS updates is that they're often more conservative than some advanced users would prefer. The manufacturer will not release a new version until it has been thoroughly tested and approved. And sometimes they won't advance to a newer version (like going from Ice Cream Sandwich to Jelly Bean) if the tablet's hardware isn't up to the task. That's when many users start to take matters into their own hands.

You may have heard of 'jailbreaking' for iPhones and iPads. The same thing is called 'rooting' by the Android crowd. This is where users unlock the manufacturer-supplied firmware to install their own updates, customized OSes and apps that factory-supplied operating systems won't accept. There are plenty of tutorials online to walk users through this process.

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Before rooting, do some homework to make sure that the tablet and the intended version of Android will play nicely. Processing power and available memory are important issues here. Google provides the minimum requirements for each release, and hopefully so will any modified version of Android. Also, ask around the user forums to see if anyone has already successfully attempted a similar installation with the same type of tablet.

Of course, the downside to rooting is the inherent risk. If done improperly, a tablet can be rendered inoperable, the warranty can voided and the machine can develop security weaknesses [source: TechAdvisory]. And again, before installing a new OS, make sure that your tablet's technical specs are up to par for the new Android platform; having a deficient tablet trying to run a pumped-up operating system could leave the computer running worse than it did before. 'Running worse' can range anywhere from excruciatingly slow performance to getting 'bricked.'

In short, rooting should be left up to advanced users, and even that's no guarantee that everything will go smoothly.

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As a regular user of Mac products, working on this piece got me very interested in the Android operating system. Sure, the iPad's strength lies in its uniformity, but there's something to be said for Android, the chameleon of OSes. Or perhaps 'sherbet swirl' is a better description in keeping with their naming conventions.

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Sources

• Duffy, Jill. 'A Concise Guide to Android Rooting.' PCMag.com. Sept 23, 2011. (Sept. 30, 2012) http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2393273,00.asp
• Scott, Derek. 'Rooting for Dummies.' AndroidAuthority.com. March 22, 2011. (Sept. 30, 2012) http://www.androidauthority.com/rooting-for-dummies-a-beginners-guide-to-root-your-android-phone-or-tablet-10915/
• TechAdvisory.org. 'Rooting Your Android Tablet: Pros/Cons.' April 24, 2012. (Sept. 29, 2012) http://www.techadvisory.org/2012/04/rooting-your-android-tablet-proscons/
• TechAdvisory.org. 'Three Easy Ways to Backup Android Tablet.' July, 5, 2012. (Sept. 29, 2012) http://www.techadvisory.org/2012/07/three-easy-ways-to-backup-android-tablet/

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Google has officially announced Android 5.0 Lollipop alongside a brand spanking new range of Nexus devices including a phablet, tablet and set top box geared towards gaming.

Over the coming weeks the new OS will roll out to the Nexus 6 and 9 before landing on a raft of Android devices across various manufacturers including HTC, Sony, Samsung and many more. In order to be prepared for its arrival, here is a step-by-step guide to make sure it hits your device without a hitch.

1. Check your device is compatible

Not every Android device will be able to handle the new OS version and Google has already confirmed that the Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 will get it in the coming weeks, as well as the Nexus 6 and 9. Other devices that are getting the update include:

• Various Google Play Edition devices [possibly all of them]
• HTC One M8 and One M7
• Motorola Moto X, Moto G, Moto G 4G, Moto E, Droid Ultra, Droid Maxx and Droid Mini
• Sony, Samsung and LG will all confirm which devices will get the update in the coming weeks

2. Backup your stuff

Even though this is a stable release it is always wise to make sure everything on your device is backed up. This can be done by using Google Drive or any other well-known cloud storage service.

3. Plug your phone into a power supply

To make sure the smartphone or tablet doesn’t power down during the update be sure to plug it into the wall or a USB port on your computer.

4. Download the update

Navigate to Settings > About Phone or About Tablet > Software Update > Check for Updates. If Android 5.0 Lollipop is available and your smartphone or tablet has a Wi-Fi connection it will begin the download right away. It’s then just a matter of waiting for Android to do its thing.

After those easy steps you should have the newest version of Android on your phone and it’ll be time to enjoy all the new features that Google has worked hard to implement.

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