Android 5.0.2 Lollipop Update Finally Rolls Out to Nexus 7 2013 Tablets

The Nexus 7 2013 version now takes its turn to get significant upgrades in terms of performance as Google recently launched the Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update for the tablet, which will help users enjoy the latest Material Design of Google’s mobile platform.

Last weekend, the company shared several factory images for the Nexus 7 tablet, which fueled speculation that an Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update will be released anytime soon. It was then confirmed that the 3G and LTE versions of the tablet will finally be having the update.

As opposed to the 5.0.2 update that was rolled out to the Nexus 7 2012 version, this recent update for the Nexus 7 released in 2013 has been met with positive expectations.

Firstly, such update to the more recent Nexus 7 device is unlikely to have a negative effect on the tablet’s speed as compared to older devices. In particular, the older Nexus 7 was found to have speed issues when updated to Lollipop.

A possible solution that was suggested for users of the older Nexus 7 is to restart the tablet in order to enhance the speed. While many users experienced improvements after restarting their tablet, Google has yet to provide a direct solution to the issue.

In terms of apps, there have been no major concerns for both versions of the Nexus 7 when updated to Android 5.0.2 Lollipop. For the 2013 variant, highly popular apps such as Facebook and Google Play Music are reportedly fine.

There have been no major issues reported since the update was made available for download. However, those who own the older Nexus 7 have reported display-related problems, including the inability to switch to landscape mode.

Although many devices from the Nexus line have been associated with battery problems when updated to Android 5.0 Lollipop, rolling out the 5.0.1 and 5.0.2 updates for the newer Nexus 7 has not been linked to numerous battery drain reports.

Tech experts emphasize the fact that users are to download and run various apps on their Nexus 7 device and will be making use of various hardware components and networking services. Therefore, users should expect that the newest Lollipop update may have a different impact on every device.