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The new Android 7 Nougat has finally arrived and is available for a wide variety of devices. This means that now you can install this operating system on your device without much effort.

This system is suitable for many smartphones. In addition, an early version of Android O software can be downloaded to Google Pixel, Pixel XL Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P and some others smartphones.

If your smartphone or tablet is not yet one of those lucky devices ready to install Android 7, then you should stay tuned for news about the release date of the corresponding update for your device. Essentially, the newer and higher-end device you own, the sooner you'll get the chance to try the new Android treat.

Currently, Android 7.0 Nougat is available for such new devices as Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL, for LG G5, Moto Z and Moto Z Force, as well as for fairly budget devices Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. Sony Xperia X and Sony Xperia X Compact smartphones also received Android 7.0 Nougat. In addition, not long ago a new version of this operating system, Android 7.1.1, was released, in which some bugs have already been fixed.

One way or another, Android Nougat is worth at least trying this operating system. It adds a ton of new features, such as multi-window mode, which allows you to use several applications at the same time, direct reply from notifications, which makes it possible to write a response to a new message without opening the application itself, as well as quick access to the necessary settings.

And all this together with improvements to the existing characteristics of the Android system, namely, a sleep mode that turns on when moving, allowing you to save battery power, as well as general performance improvements.

And we have listed just a few of the noteworthy features. So, without further ado, let's jump straight into how you can download Android Nougat.

What you need to do before downloading and installing Android 7.0 Nougat

First of all, you may need to back up your device. Even though the new version is stable and complete, there is always a chance that something will go wrong during the update. Therefore, having a backup created will allow you to quickly and without any problems return to the previous version of the system you are using.

Make sure your device has built-in backup enabled. To do this, go to Menu > Backup & Factory Reset and check the Data Backup and Automatic Restore options.

You can also back up your photos. To do this, you need to connect your Android device via USB to your computer, and then use your PC to find the DCIM folder on your phone and copy its contents.

Examination updates

Having done this work, you should also make sure that your phone is ready to install a new operating system. The very first to receive Android Nougat will be the Nexus 6, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 9, Nexus Player, Google Pixel C and Android One, but not all of them will be updated on the first day of the system's release.

The update will roll out in stages over the coming weeks, with some users receiving it later than others. Android updates have never been installed in such a specific manner. Therefore, if you are the owner of one of the listed devices, then you should carefully monitor the situation.

Obviously, when an update is available for your device, you will most likely receive a notification about it. However, you can also check for possible updates yourself. To do this, you need to open the settings screen, scroll down and tap “About phone” or “About tablet”, and then select “System update”.

Forced updateAndroid 7.0 Nougat

Even one of the latest Nexus devices released may not see the Android 7.0 Nougat update. In this case, you can force it to update by subscribing to the Android beta.

Despite the fact that Android 7.0 Nougat is just now being finalized, by subscribing to the beta version of the program you will receive priority when downloading this update, which will allow you to download it right now.

You can do this by going to the Android Beta website and selecting the "Register device" option - you'll need to have a new Google Nexus to do this. After registering the device, the update will become available for your device.

How to downloadAndroid Nougat

So, you received a notification or you checked and found that Android Nougat is available for your phone. Congratulations, now all you have to do is download and install it. To do this, simply follow the on-screen instructions, but before doing so, make sure you are connected to Wi-Fi (as the update may wipe out all your mobile data) and that you have enough battery power.

Basically, to ensure your phone or tablet doesn't turn off while installing an update, it's smart to put it on charge. In addition, you should install the update at a time when you do not have an urgent need to use your device, as it may turn off for a while.

And all you have to do is wait a little, after which you can enjoy the new “delicious” version of Android.

It's highly unlikely that the 2014 flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S5, has received an official update to Android 7.0 Nougat. If you want to install anything newer than Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on your phone, then you'll have to take matters into your own hands. Naturally, we will help you by creating step-by-step instructions for installing custom firmware based on the seventh version of Android on the Galaxy S5.

Note: The firmware in question will only work on Snapdragon variants of the Galaxy S5 (klte), including models SM-G900F, SM-G900T, SM-G900M, SM-G900P, SM-G900V, SM-G900FD, SM-G900MD, SM-G900K, SM-G900L, SM-G900S and some others. If you have an Exynos version (SM-G900H), then you should be disappointed that Android Nougat is quite unstable for it at the moment. However, using these instructions you can install it on your device and test it (the download link can be found on the forum on this site).

Is it even necessary to change the official firmware to custom one?

Without regular platform security updates, you expose yourself to a huge risk of hacking, which could lead to data or even money theft. If you are still receiving the Android security patches promised by Samsung and the software you are using is satisfactory, then I don’t think it’s worth upgrading.

Installing Nougat on Galaxy S5: first steps

The first thing you need to do is create a backup of your data. In most cases, the contacts on your phone are already synced with your Google account. You can back up all the data on your phone using our instructions, which will allow you to do it quickly and correctly.

Keep in mind that after flashing the data of many programs and games will be lost. You can upload photos and videos to Google Photos. One way or another, during the installation of custom firmware, you can choose to clear the phone’s memory or not.

Also make sure that your smartphone is charged to at least 60-70%, but it is best to charge it fully before installing the firmware.

Connecting the Galaxy S5 to the computer

Unfortunately, to prepare for the firmware we will need a utility that only works under Windows. If you have not yet installed the drivers, you can download them from the official Samsung website. Also download the ODIN utility itself from this link. Install the drivers and unpack the ODIN archive to any location convenient for you, such as “Documents”.

Download mode on Galaxy S5

Reboot your phone into download mode. To do this, turn off the Galaxy S5 completely, and then press the following buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds: “Volume Down”, “Home” and “Power”. A warning should appear on the screen, which you must ignore by pressing the “Volume Up” key.

Launch ODIN, which you downloaded and unzipped earlier, and connect your phone via USB cable. This program should detect the device and if this happens, the message will appear at the top left, as you can see in the screenshot below. And at the bottom in the block with logs the message “Added” will appear, which means that everything is in order, the S5 is ready for work.

If the phone is in download mode but does not show up in ODIN, then you need to install other drivers - ADB Driver Installer. Then we move on to the next step.

Install custom recovery (TWRP Recovery)

To install custom Android 7.1.1 Nougat firmware for the Galaxy S5, you first need to replace the stock recovery, which is available in all Android devices, with a custom one. As you might have already guessed, stock recovery only works with official software, and custom recovery only works with modified software.

Download the TWRP Recovery version for your smartphone model from this link. Don't be mistaken with the model number, go to the Primary (Recommended) section and download the latest version file in .tar format to your computer.

After this, in the ODIN program you need to select the newly downloaded recovery. Click the “AP” button, find this file and click the “Select” button. Make sure that the phone is connected to the computer as described above, and then click on the “Start” button. Within a few seconds, the process should complete and the Galaxy S5 should reboot.

Download and install Android 7.1.1 Nougat on Galaxy S5

After installing the custom recovery, we proceed directly to installing Android 7.1.1 Nougat on the Samsung Galaxy S5. First, download the firmware from the official website of Lineage OS (formerly known as CyanogenMod). Click on the latest build (always located at the very top) and the ZIP archive will begin to download automatically. For now, only so-called “nightly” builds are available, which are updated every day, but after some time of software improvements, stable versions will appear.

Now it’s hard to do without Google services, such as the Play Store, so we also download a ZIP archive with Google applications. The easiest way to do this is using the Opengapps.org resource. We go to the website, select the platform (in this case ARM), the version of Android and also the set of applications that you are going to use. I recommend choosing the minimum set of “pico” or “nano”, but by clicking on the icon next to the name, you can see a complete list of all applications that are included in the package.

Then click on the red download button below to download.

Setting up the device for the first time

Once you start your phone, you will have to go through the process of setting up your phone for the first time as if it were brand new. Connect to Wi-Fi, sign in to your Google account and install all the necessary apps and app store. The Samsung Galaxy S5 will regularly receive the latest Android updates, including the latest security patches.

Pros and cons of LineageOS 14.1 on Galaxy S5

The firmware works very well; no problems have arisen over the months of use. Everything works, including NFC and a fingerprint scanner. The only drawback is the lack of an HDR function in the phone's camera, but even without it the photos turn out to be of very high quality.

With this software, this device seems completely new and faster than ever. If you also buy a new battery, it will be able to please you for several more years. Samsung Galaxy S5 can get Android O, the next expected update from Google, in the same way.

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Preparing Nexus to install Android 7.0 Nougat firmware

Required tools and files

And so, in order to install custom firmware on the Nexus, you will need additional files, and then do a little preparation of the device:

1. Turn on " USB Debugging«;
2. Install Nexus drivers on computer;
   
3. Download and install the program ADB RUN on computer;
4. You will also need to download the firmware;

Unlock Bootloader Nexus

Bootloader is initially blocked on absolutely all Nexus devices. What does this mean? For you and me, this means that there is no way to edit, change or install the firmware. Therefore, we move on to the unlocking procedure.

1. Run the program ADB RUN;
2. Connect computer to computer;
3. Next, you need to put the device into Bootloader mode, to do this in ADB RUN go to menu Reboot Devices -> Reboot Bootloader;
   or translate manual device.
4. Now go to another menu Manual Command->Adb;
   
5. Next, you need to enter the command to unlock: fastboot oem unlock or fastboot flashing unlock
6. After which a request will appear on the screen to continue the procedure, use the volume keys to select YES, and confirm with the power button;
   
7. Reboot your Nexus, the unlocking procedure is over!

Instructions on how to flash official firmware

Android 7.0 Nougat Nexus devices

1. Put your Nexus into Bootloader mode

Option 1

a) Turn off the device

b) Clamp buttons at the same time Volume Down And Nutrition

Option 2

a) Run the program Adb RUN(works only when “USB Debugging” is enabled, if you have not done so earlier)

b) Connect Nexus to your computer using USB

c) Select the ADB RUN menu Reboot -> Reboot Bootloader

2. Unzip the downloaded firmware (the firmware is in two archives)

3. In the program ADB RUN go to menu Run SCRIPT

4. Move the firmware files to the explorer window that opens and close the window

5. Press the Enter button and the firmware will begin (during the firmware do not pull out the USB cable)

Video instruction

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It is no exaggeration to say that compatibility between Android and Intel today is far from perfect. And neither Google nor Intel appear to be making significant efforts to change this. Despite this, the Android-86 project aims to transfer the most popular OS for mobile devices to computers. As part of this project, a build of Android 7.0 was released. This means that users will now be able to run Android 7.0 Nougat on their computers.

The message about the new build is accompanied by a video showing how a PC works running an operating system that users are accustomed to thinking of as intended primarily for smartphones and tablets.

It should be noted that this software, which is based on Google's Android Open Source Project, is currently under development. Users will, of course, be able to access some interesting features of Nougat, including multi-window mode and split-screen mode. Since this project is intended for developers, ordinary users should install such software only if they are confident in their knowledge and skills.

The official Android-x86 project page explains how a user can build an operating system from source, but the user needs to know what exactly they are doing in order to do it right. The disk image can be downloaded from Geek Til it Hertz.

It's worth noting that Android isn't likely to be the best computer operating system for every user, especially since it doesn't support all of Nougat's features. The file manager, for example, still doesn't work.

There is also a video instruction showing how to install the assembly in question as a computer operating system. But if you have even the slightest doubt, you should neither download nor install such an assembly on your computer.

Those users who need Android OS on their computer can use Remix OS based on . Remix OS is quite stable and is designed specifically to launch quickly and provide good performance. It is also complemented by multi-window support, optimization for keyboard and mouse, taskbar and other features that may be useful to computer users who choose to install this operating system on their PCs.

With the arrival of Android Nougat, the most popular mobile operating system has been updated with great new features. Among them, the multitasking function especially stands out. Important innovations in the operating system also include improved notifications and customizable quick settings.

Based on materials from digitaltrends.com and geektillithertz.com

Initially, Android did not have support for computers with x86 architecture, and older versions were intended exclusively for mobile devices. Now there are no restrictions. On the website of the developers of the Android-x86 project, you can download a distribution kit of the system, which can be installed on any computer without any problems. The latest version available for installation is Android 7.1.

When choosing a distribution, pay attention to . If your computer uses x86 architecture, you need to download the appropriate installation package. You can view the system type in the “Computer” properties.

Create installation media

To burn the distribution to a flash drive, use the Rufus program. Connect the drive to your computer and set the settings in Rufus as shown in the screenshot. Choose to create an ISO image and click on the drive icon to provide the path to the downloaded Android file.

When asked about the recording type, select ISO. During the creation of bootable media, all data will be deleted from the flash drive.

Run without installation

The Android-x86 distribution has the function of starting the system without installation. In this mode, you can use all Android features, but the changes you make are not saved. Essentially, this is a demo mode that helps you understand whether it will be convenient to work with Android on a computer.

Restart your computer and boot from the flash drive - the same as with . In the menu, select the first item Run Android without installation.

After a short boot, the language selection screen and other initial settings will appear. At this point, your keyboard, mouse, and touchpad should work if you're running Android on a laptop. You don’t have to configure anything - the configuration is not saved in this mode anyway.

Click “Next” until you get to the main system screen. Check how this version of Android works on your computer. Wi-Fi, local network connection, video playback - everything should work by default, without additional configuration.

Install the system

If you want to have two systems running on your computer, install Android. Installation on a Windows partition will completely erase the system. For Android you need to allocate at least 8 GB of free space. The optimal size is 16 GB.

On the installer screen, click on the last item Install Android to harddisk. Select the section dedicated to Android.

Specify the file system FAT32 or NTFS. A warning will appear indicating that all data from the selected partition will be destroyed. Click Yes.

Accept the offer to install the GRUB boot loader. Install the EFI GRUB2 subkey if you are installing Android on a computer with UEFI. If you have a regular BIOS, click Skip.

Click Yes in the “Do you want to install/system directory as read-write?” dialog to be able to overwrite data on the system.

Wait for the installation to complete. After installation, you will be prompted to create a user partition within the system. Click Yes and set the size to 2000 MB.

Click Run Android to complete the installation. The initial system setup is exactly the same as turning on a new Android device for the first time: you need to select a language, Wi-Fi network and add a Google account.

Android-x86 is not the only desktop version of Android. For variety, you can put . It is positioned as a system that is easier to install and learn, which was immediately created for a computer, although it is based on the Android ecosystem.