New Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update now active for AT&T Moto X users in US: How to download and install
The highly anticipated Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop) firmware update is now official for users of Moto X (2014) having subscribed to AT&T's wireless network service in the US.
Making the latest rollout official, Motorola and AT&T jointly stated that users can check for the latest Android Lollipop bearing build number 22.21.34 via OTA.
Users have been informed that they will not be able to downgrade to a previous software version, after installing the latest Android Lollipop update.
Key features brought along with the Android 5.0.2 Lollipop, for AT&T-driven second-gen Moto X smartphones:
Material design: A whole new colourful look and feel - from fluid animations to new application and system themes, colours and widgets.
Notification UI: Notifications will appear on the lock screen and are intelligently ranked by type and who sent them.
Recent apps: Redesigned Overview space includes both applications and separate activities within those applications.
Moto Display/Ambient Display feature: Moto Display will continue to surface relevant notifications to users using the low-power Contextual Computing Processor.
Flashlight: Lollipop includes a new flashlight option as part of Quick settings.
New battery saver mode: The Battery settings panel now shows an estimated projection for how much time is left while discharging or charging. Users can also enable a new battery saver mode that will save power by reducing performance and most background data operations to extend battery life.
Smart Lock: Android Lollipop adds native support for allowing trusted devices to keep Moto X 2014) smartphones unlocked (such as Moto 360, a Bluetooth car kit or headset, etc). Smart Lock replaces the prior trusted device capability in Motorola phones.
Moto Assist and Downtime: Moto Assist integrates the new Downtime feature within Android Lollipop to control when users don't want to be disturbed.
Pin a view/application: Screen pinning allows users to keep a specific app or screen in view.
How to download and install new Android Lollipop update within AT&T-driven Moto X (2014) handsets:
- If you have received a notification message for this update:
- Select "Yes, I'm in".
- After the software is downloaded, select "Install now".
- After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.
- Your phone is now updated with build number 22.21.34.
If you have not received a notification message for this update, follow the steps below to manually update your phone:
- Select the Settings icon in the apps menu.
- Select "About phone".
- Select "System updates".
- Select "Yes, I'm in". After the software is downloaded, select "Install now".
- After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.
- Your phone is now updated to 22.21.34.
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