Android 7.1 Nougat Update: When To Expect Update For Nexus 6, Nexus 9 & Other Nexus Devices?

The new Android 7.1 Nougat OS, as of now, has been available only in the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. But, rumors are spreading that Nexus devices will also be receiving the new firmware update. In the starting weeks of October, Google announced that the developer version of their latest Android version will be revealed by the end of October.

 "Later this month we'll be bringing you the Android 7.1 platform as an open Developer Preview, similar to what we did for Android 7.0. You'll be able to test and build on the new platform and try the latest features," stated Dave Burke, Vice President for engineering working at Google.

Google has committed to its announcement as per reports and it seems that Android 7.1 Nougat is likely to be released in various old and new Nexus smartphones. The most prominent among these devices are the Pixel C tablet, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P. Moreover, the ones who are registered for the Android Beta program can also use the latest Android 7.1 Nougat.

As per reports by NeuroGadget, Nexus devices such as Pixel C, Nexus 5X, Nexus Player, Android One, Nexus 6, Nexus 6P and Nexus 9 are all likely to get an update to Android 7.1 OS. This Nougat software version will be available by December 2016. But, we still do not have a confirmed date for the update currently. The other non-Nexus smartphones and devices will get an update once these devices have the software version rolled out in the Nexus gadgets.

Android 7.1 Nougat Features-

Android 7.1 Nougat will surely give you a better performance and productivity. Besides that, there will be new APIs, optimizations, security updates, and bug fixes as reported by Google. Further features in the Android 7.1 Nougat include new circular icons for the apps. A live wallpaper metadata is also updated. Plus, there will be support for image keyboard, which will let users expand the content from the device's keyboard. This will let users use customized stickers, and animated GIFs to express more.

There are so many users around the world eagerly waiting for the Android 7.1 Nougat update in their android devices, but Google has still not confirmed a date yet. The rumors mentioned above are still not full confirmed. But, we will keep you informed on any confirmed or non-confirmed updates related to the Android 7.1 Nougat roll out.