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Android L on X b4 Nexus?

I just thought i would pass this along. Jerry, over on Android Central, stated yesterday in the podcast that the people he knows at Moto said that their goal was to release the update on the x before the nexus 5 got it..... again. if you remember last year they managed to do it. it ruined the phone, and only happened because Google stopped the rollout to the n5 to fix some bugs, but they did it anyways.
The moral of the story? If you want L really fast, the x is the way to go.

Let's hope just like 4.4.4 Verizon doesn't slow them down

GTvert90 said:
Let's hope just like 4.4.4 Verizon doesn't slow them down
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i think they are mainly talking about the pure edition. they can literally upload the os and send it out to all pure editions the moment they get the code. last year though... verizon was the first to get kitkat. so who knows.

pretty much one of the biggest pluses of the X and why i'm on board. very good to hear this is going to be a continued trend with this device.

phermey said:
I just thought i would pass this along. Jerry, over on Android Central, stated yesterday in the podcast that the people he knows at Moto said that their goal was to release the update on the x before the nexus 5 got it..... again. if you remember last year they managed to do it. it ruined the phone, and only happened because Google stopped the rollout to the n5 to fix some bugs, but they did it anyways.
The moral of the story? If you want L really fast, the x is the way to go.
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this is good news. i didn't know that the old Moto X updates were really quick. it is quicker than i thought. now for the new Moto X, it is going to be good!
will the old Moto X be getting L too?

mrvirginia said:
pretty much one of the biggest pluses of the X and why i'm on board. very good to hear this is going to be a continued trend with this device.
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i completely agree.
0.0 said:
this is good news. i didn't know that the old Moto X updates were really quick. it is quicker than i thought. now for the new Moto X, it is going to be good!
will the old Moto X be getting L too?
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the old one started with 4.2.2. when kitkat was released, some of the n5(s) got the update, but google immediately stopped the roll out because encrypted devices were getting bricked. a few days later (nine days after the announcement if i remember), the verizon phone got it. they ran the soak test side by side with the update to everyone else on verizon. then the next week att and tmo got it. sprint followed shortly thereafter. and i still had kit kat on my x for a 'minute' before my n7 got it.
the important thing to note is the og moto x was absolutely flawless on 4.2.2. then moto releases an update that they did not test and introduced all kinds of annoying bugs. it took seconds just to unlock and such. the app updates came a week later. and then were finally fixed, pretty much, a couple of weeks after that. but the og x has never been as good as it was when it was on 4.2.2.
another problem is that moto likes to tout how many of their customers are on the latest and greatest. so the way they make sure that 96% of their devices are running the current update is they pop up the update notification page on literally every click you make on the phone. the shove the update down your throat so to speak. i personally like to find out what problems peopl are having first... and then download. but i do realize that i am in the minority on that one.
the other updates that we have received on the moto were properly tested before released. in the end... fast updates have their pros, but they also have their drawbacks.

phermey said:
i completely agree.
the old one started with 4.2.2. when kitkat was released, some of the n5(s) got the update, but google immediately stopped the roll out because encrypted devices were getting bricked. a few days later (nine days after the announcement if i remember), the verizon phone got it. they ran the soak test side by side with the update to everyone else on verizon. then the next week att and tmo got it. sprint followed shortly thereafter. and i still had kit kat on my x for a 'minute' before my n7 got it.
the important thing to note is the og moto x was absolutely flawless on 4.2.2. then moto releases an update that they did not test and introduced all kinds of annoying bugs. it took seconds just to unlock and such. the app updates came a week later. and then were finally fixed, pretty much, a couple of weeks after that. but the og x has never been as good as it was when it was on 4.2.2.
another problem is that moto likes to tout how many of their customers are on the latest and greatest. so the way they make sure that 96% of their devices are running the current update is they pop up the update notification page on literally every click you make on the phone. the shove the update down your throat so to speak. i personally like to find out what problems peopl are having first... and then download. but i do realize that i am in the minority on that one.
the other updates that we have received on the moto were properly tested before released. in the end... fast updates have their pros, but they also have their drawbacks.
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thanks for that deep info. it makes sense, fast isn't always better. I did read that 4.4.4 screwed up the OG Moto X, which was kind of a letdown. but I really feel that Android L is going to be complete, in a sense of no major bugs when it releases. I want that quickly. having a L preview definitely helps in squashing the bugs, which is why I am more confident in the L update being rolled out quickly not destroying the phone than all the other Android updates

phermey said:
i think they are mainly talking about the pure edition. they can literally upload the os and send it out to all pure editions the moment they get the code.
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That isn't true. Google ships Motorola the final Android L code before the public. But it will take time to merge their changes. People incorrectly assume Motorola runs stock android. They use a custom kernel and have a good bit of changes under the hood. I'm sure they will push L quickly after Google announces it, but it is not a simple process.

bozzykid said:
That isn't true. Google ships Motorola the final Android L code before the public. But it will take time to merge their changes. People incorrectly assume Motorola runs stock android. They use a custom kernel and have a good bit of changes under the hood. I'm sure they will push L quickly after Google announces it, but it is not a simple process.
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i am assuming the preview and the pdk that they have their hands on will allow for them to have the kernel ready. and moto gets it the same time we do...according to the htc infographic.

phermey said:
i am assuming the preview and the pdk that they have their hands on will allow for them to have the kernel ready. and moto gets it the same time we do...according to the htc infographic.
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Venders get the code before the public does. Google announced this quite a while ago to speed up releases.

[Q] Android Lollipop Update

Today I contacted Motorola Help for an ETA on Latest Android OS update(lollipop) and I found out Its already been released in USA.. is it true

According to news on the Net, Lollipop roll out was put back, as there was a serious battery drain using Wifi.
http://www.zdnet.com/android-lollipop-rollout-delayed-due-to-battery-drain-bug-7000035508/
Not sure how accurate the ETA is as other sites today confirm issue is fixed. So the answer really is we will have it soonish.

ak88900 said:
Today I contacted Motorola Help for an ETA on Latest Android OS update(lollipop) and I found out Its already been released in USA.. is it true
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No. Lollipop hasn't been released on any phone, anywhere.

Seriously said:
No. Lollipop hasn't been released on any phone, anywhere.
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And yesterday, I thought the same thing.
Sheesh, Motorola killing it with the update speed: soak tests for both 2nd gen Moto G and 2nd Moto X, even before the Nexus 5.
So, are the soak tests US-only?

The Moto X 2014 seem to got it now
Hopefully we'll be next!

NekoNieves said:
The Moto X 2014 seem to got it now
Hopefully we'll be next!
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Wrong
Its soak test...
Only those who signed for soak test on moto x pure edition got it..
Official roll out still hasnt commenced...

doctor_droid said:
Wrong
Its soak test...
Only those who signed for soak test on moto x pure edition got it..
Official roll out still hasnt commenced...
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I know.

ikjadoon said:
So, are the soak tests US-only?
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Yup. Mostly US users. But if you are a ultimate feedbacker to Motorola then you may have received it no matter on which country you are. For that we need a carrier free (unlocked) Moto G. Carrier variants will follow shortly.

[Q] Verizon Moto X - Android 5.0

Hi Guys,
I am pretty blind when it comes to these things so if its been answered, I am sorry - politely direct me to thread of origin.
Anyway, I am wondering with all the News of the Soak Test, generally after the pure edition update comes out, how long does it take for the Verizon update? Is the update regulated for the most part or does it take Verizon considerably more time after release for them to add their bloatware? Should I expect it a few weeks after pure edition OTA (RTM) is released or what?
Thanks - Any feedback is appreciated.
Regards - HMPace

Look at the thread that is about the update http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/help/5-0-update-motorola-t2925432

jdubya42 said:
Look at the thread that is about the update http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/help/5-0-update-motorola-t2925432
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Yes, but that does not cover the scope of Verizon or Carrier based updates - that only examines when the Pure Version will get the update and this is why this thread was created....

hasamoder said:
Yes, but that does not cover the scope of Verizon or Carrier based updates - that only examines when the Pure Version will get the update and this is why this thread was created....
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At the beginning of the thread they discussed when the update could possibly happen. Nobody knows when it will hit, but certainly before the end of November.

jdubya42 said:
At the beginning of the thread they discussed when the update could possibly happen. Nobody knows when it will hit, but certainly before the end of November.
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Sure, I read through that thread and I understand that General Consumption Update will happen soon (likely before end of November) but does this also apply to the Verizon model as well; Lets say in a month time the update get pushed out to all T-Mobile Pure Edition Moto X's will Verizon users have to wait longer? Do Verizon and AT&T Phones get the update at the same time? (as they are different models)...

hasamoder said:
Sure, I read through that thread and I understand that General Consumption Update will happen soon (likely before end of November) but does this also apply to the Verizon model as well; Lets say in a month time the update get pushed out to all T-Mobile Pure Edition Moto X's will Verizon users have to wait longer? Do Verizon and AT&T Phones get the update at the same time? (as they are different models)...
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No, the carriers won't get updates at the same time. But, nobody can really pinpoint anything.

jdubya42 said:
No, the carriers won't get updates at the same time. But, nobody can really pinpoint anything.
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Fair Enough - thanks for feedback, By chance do you know how long AT&T / Verizon Users had to wait for the update to get pushed to the Moto X 2013? I was looking online and could not find the difference in time as a reference...

hasamoder said:
Fair Enough - thanks for feedback, By chance do you know how long AT&T / Verizon Users had to wait for the update to get pushed to the Moto X 2013? I was looking online and could not find the difference in time as a reference...
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I want to say that's in the other thread. If not I definitely saw it in another thread. I know the 2013 X got it before the Nexus.

jdubya42 said:
I want to say that's in the other thread. If not I definitely saw it in another thread. I know the 2013 X got it before the Nexus.
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But in any case I shouldn't have to wait to next year say to get update, it will be pushed in somewhat a timely manner? I have seen a lot of threads where Carriers have delayed an update months to add bloatware, but I guess this is different been a close to stock phone. that is tightly linked with google philosophy.

hasamoder said:
But in any case I shouldn't have to wait to next year say to get update, it will be pushed in somewhat a timely manner? I have seen a lot of threads where Carriers have delayed an update months to add bloatware, but I guess this is different been a close to stock phone. that is tightly linked with google philosophy.
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I definitely think the update will happen before the end of November. Hopefully shortly after the Nexus 5. I think you're right about the stock software not slowing the update down.

We're in uncharted territory here, there's no historical precedent to refer back to so literally no one knows anything.

https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/prod_answer_detail/a_id/97143/
If you want to refer to last year check out above link

Vzw note 3 took forever to update to kk. I'm patiently waiting for lp. I hate vzw

bmwh0r3 said:
Vzw note 3 took forever to update to kk. I'm patiently waiting for lp. I hate vzw
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I despise Verizon for this and other reasons. What's annoying is not even a word. Like, at least just throw out there "Yep, we haven't gotten around to it yet. "

How the heck????

OK my friend has the Verizon moto x. He just received the ota update for 5.0. I have the pure edition and have not got anything no update etc. How did Verizon beat the pure edition with the 5.0 update??? I was totally making fun of him and how long he would have to wait to get the update now it's me being laughed at and the pure edition still not being updated

I'm assuming you already went into settings, about iPhone, software...and checked for an update manually? I never got an OTA notification for my Pure Edition, just forced the update that way.
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I've done that like 10 times today and everyday since nothing...

Side load it. You're on xda.

I could do that. Its just annoying that people by the pure addition to be the first for the update yet Verizon beats them too it

So much for buying the predition had I known that I would have just gone with the Verizon edition

We did get it first. The build was buggy and pulled. The new update is just around the corner.

falcon26 said:
OK my friend has the Verizon moto x. He just received the ota update for 5.0. I have the pure edition and have not got anything no update etc. How did Verizon beat the pure edition with the 5.0 update??? I was totally making fun of him and how long he would have to wait to get the update now it's me being laughed at and the pure edition still not being updated
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Based on version numbers, the Verizon build (.11) should fix some of the bugs with the Pure build that is being side-loaded (.6). Let Motorola find a fix the bugs on the VZ build and give us Pure users a newer build in the next couple of weeks.

Does Moto x will get offical android 6.0

I want to know whether moto x 2013 will get offical android 6.0 update or not bcause most of the websites doesnt include moto x 1st gen in the list of devices expected to get android 6.0

I think many would tell you it barely got 5.0 and likely won't get 5.1
VZW still on 4.4.4.
So basically very little chance.

Most likely the only official way to get 6.0 would be through Cyanogen. It's gotten old and carriers are already showing signs of cutting out support. But hey I see no reason why the hardware can't support it.
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bushako said:
Most likely the only official way to get 6.0 would be through Cyanogen. It's gotten old and carriers are already showing signs of cutting out support. But hey I see no reason why the hardware can't support it.
Sent from my Moto X
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Cyanogen isn't official...
In other news, I highly doubt Motorola/Lenovo will go to 6.0. They had to do all the hardware programming to make Lollipop work, and with the phone now 2 generations behind the latest, they probably won't devote any further resources to it unless there is another highly critical security update needed.
Sent from my Nexus 6

**** no.

imnuts said:
Cyanogen isn't official...
In other news, I highly doubt Motorola/Lenovo will go to 6.0. They had to do all the hardware programming to make Lollipop work, and with the phone now 2 generations behind the latest, they probably won't devote any further resources to it unless there is another highly critical security update needed.
Sent from my Nexus 6
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For cyanogenmod users such as myself it is considered official interms of constant support and latest updates.
Sent from my Moto X

bushako said:
For cyanogenmod users such as myself it is considered official interms of constant support and latest updates.
Sent from my Moto X
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Maybe it is official in the eyes of the CM team since there is a maintainer, but it is not an official update. Call up any carrier and tell them you have official CyanogenMod install on your phone and see what they tell you.

imnuts said:
Maybe it is official in the eyes of the CM team since there is a maintainer, but it is not an official update. Call up any carrier and tell them you have official CyanogenMod install on your phone and see what they tell you.
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Yes obviously it isn't the official update from Moto, I was only referring it to be official with regards to CM users which in my case is good enough regardless of whether Moto releases their own updates.
Sent from my Moto X

Battery drain issue fix
Will they provide any update to fix the battery drain bug occured after the offical android 5.1 ???????????

Actually there is quite a big chance that this phone will get 6.0 at some point, may come very fast or xtra slow as it happened with lp, but since MM is essentially the same crap as LP, it probably won't take them that long.

It's too early to tell, but I don't think the Moto X will have a chance