Following the conclusion of the Google I/O 2015 Developer conference keynote, the Android maker has released its first developer preview build of Android M on the Android Developer website.

Android M is the first major version of the mobile platform since Android 5.0 Lollipop, and it offers features like runtime permissions, Doze, App Standby, a new assist technology, among other features. In order in try out the developer preview, you will require a Nexus 5 or Nexus 6 smartphone, Nexus 9 tablet, or a Nexus Player for the Android TV users.

Keep in mind though that the Developer Preview is far from the final product, and many of the features are still likely in an early stage of development. YOu will likely come across bugs, and any damage caused by installing this preview will not be covered by your warranty. The flashing process will wipe your phone, so you will need to backup everything important. It is not a complicated task and Google has posted a comprehensive guide on how to do it (linked below), but we'd still advise against it if you don't feel confident in your tech savviness. The good news is that once the preview Android M has been flashed on your device, future updates will come over the air. You will not need to repeat the tedious process after each little update – and we expect a few more updates to come over the course of the next few months.

In case you face any issues, you can always download your device back to Android Lollipop by flashing back a build of your choice (downloaded from the Android Developers website).

How to install Android SDK using Android Studio on Windows


The Android (SDK) Software Development Kit is an essential tool for everyone who wants to build apps for the Android platform. It is also useful for those who want to tinker with their device, be it for rooting, flashing images and more.

The SDK itself is not a full-on development environment, instead it provides the tools you need to develop on Android. You will need to download a separate IDE to write your programs. While most seasoned developers use the popular Eclipse IDE, which integrates well with Android SDK, Google's own Android Studio is much easier to setup, with an easier path to getting your apps up and running.

Installing the Android Studio will also download and install the latest Android SDK with the latest tools. The following tutorial will show you how to install the SDK using Android Studio on a Windows computer.

1. Download and install the latest version of JDK (Java Development Kit) on your computer. JDK v7 or later is required for development targeting Android 5.0 and later, and we recommend you install the latest version, which currently is v8. Select the Windows x64 file if you are running 64-bit version of Windows, or a different file for other operating systems.
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2. Download the Android Studio from the official Google Developer Portal. The file is 887MB in size.
• Once your download is complete, run the exe file and follow the setup wizard step-by-step. You wont have to make any changes and you should be able to click Next whenever prompted.
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3. If the Windows system does not find your Java installation folder, point to it manually Start menu > Computer > System Properties > Advanced System Properties.
• Open Advanced tab > Environment Variables Add a new system variable JAVA_HOME that points to your JDK folder, for example C:\Program Files\Java\jdk1.7.0_21
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4. Once the Android Studio installation is complete you are all ready to start building Android apps

How to install Android M Developer Preview on Nexus 5, Nexus 6 or Nexus 9


Google has released the Android SDK along with the first Android M Developer Preview. Unfortunately only a limited number of Nexus devices have access to  it, including the Google Nexus 6, Nexus 5, Nexus 9 and Nexus Player.

Fortunately the process of installing the Developer Preview is very simple and straightforward, for experiences ROM flashes and newbies alike. As with anything new, we recommend you don't rush to install it - the process itself takes a few minutes, but downloaded the Android M Developer Image and all the required tools (if you don't have them) takes time, so you might want to get a window of around one hour so that you can do it all calmly and even have some time to play around with Android M once you've installed.

Once you are ready, simply follow these steps and you will have the latest version of Android running on your Nexus device.

[NOTE] This is a pre-release build of Android which will likely be riddled with bugs. Do not install this on your daily driver. Only install this preview if you have a Nexus device lying around.

Keep in mind that you are running a pre-release version of Android which will likely be very buggy. You can help Google build Android better by providing feedback on all bugs you face.

Having only just released the Android 5.0.2 update for the Google Nexus 9, the company didn't waste much time updating their flagship tablet to Android 5.1 Lollipop, their newest version of their mobile operating system.

Google has sent out a tweet, announcing that the Android 5.1 update is now being rolled out for the Nexus 9, but failed to specify which which version of the tablet will be receiving the update. Hopefully the update is rolling out to both Wi-Fi only and the LTE versions will be updated at the same time.

Although Google has already updated most of its Nexus tablet line-up to Android 5.1 Lollipop, the Nexus 9 has stayed behind on Android 5.0.1 Lollipop. After releasing the Android 5.0.2 update, which seemingly was a prerequisite for Android 5.1, Google didn't take long to push out the newest update.

Google's flagship Android tablet, the Nexus 9 is finally receiving the Android 5.0.2 update. Keep in mind that Google is already rolling out the Android 5.1.1 update to older devices like the Nexus 7 and Nexus 10, so its strange to see their top tablet being sidelined from the latest versions of Android.

One theory is that the NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor is the cause of the delays in the Nexus 9 receiving quicker updates. We have seen other manufacturers struggle in the past to bring quick updates to custom chips. Hopefully Nexus 9 owners wont often find themselves behind the others for future Android updates.

However, there is a possibility that the Android 5.0.2 update is a required pre-requisite for Android 5.1.1 and hopefully the Nexus 9 will be updated shortly to the latest build of Android.

The Nexus 9 is arguably the best tablet from Google to date, featuring an 8.9 inch display with a 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution, up to 32GB of internal storage, an 8MP rear camera, a 1.6MP front camera, a 6700mAh battery and a 2.3GHz 64-bit dual-core "Denver" processor with a Kepler DX1 GPU and 2GB of RAM. The tablet is offered in a Wi-Fi only and a Cellular model.

Those Nexus 9 owners who are no longer running stock Android, and want to revert to Android 5.0.2 can download the factory images for the update, which Google have also posted for your convenience. The new images are available for both the LTE and WiFi variants of the Nexus 9.

The Google Nexus 9 is being is being offered at $75 off through Best Buy. The 16GB variant of the HTC built tablet costs $325, while the 32GB model costs $405.The tablets are available in either Lunar White or Indigo Black and usually costs $400 or $480 on Google Play.

The Google Nexus 9 features an 8.9 inch display with 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution, an 8MP rear camera, a 1.6MP front camera a 6700mAh battery, and a Denver-based NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor with 2GB of RAM.

The tablet was launched with Android 5.0 Lollipop and will continue to be in the front line for quick updates. Also the Nexus 9 runs the pure-vanilla version of Android without the usual bloat offered by manufacturers.

Google has started rolling out the Android 5.1 Lollipop update to its Nexus devices. In order to make it easier for our readers to download and install the updates, we have put together a list of links to the official OTA update links for the entire Nexus family. As new update files become available, this post will be updated accordingly.

OTA updates are usually pushed out automatically to the Nexus device and you should receive a notification when the update is available for download on your device. The following guide will show you how to manually download and install these OTA files before the update is pushed through Google.

T-Mobile has announced today that the Google Nexus 9 by HTC is now available through the un-carrier's online and retail stores. The brand new LTE enabled Android 5.0 Lollipop tablet will cost users $0 down (and $24.99 for 24 months or $599.76 outright).

The HTC built Nexus 9 features a 8.9 inch touch display, up to 32GB of internal storage, an 8 megapixel rear camera, a 1.6 megapixel front camera, a 6700mAh battery, and a 2.3GHz dual-core Denver processor with Kepler DX1 graphics and 2GB of RAM.

T-Mobile had some delays releasing the Nexus 6, and promised to have the Nexus  tablet in their stores by December.

T-Mobile is the first U.S. carrier to offer the LTE Nexus 9 and customers can pair the tablet with one of the un-carrier's 4G LTE plans to suit their needs. Just $10 a month enables you to add a tablet and match the data on your Simple Choice voice plan (up to 5 GB a month) for use specifically on your tablet.

Investing in a Google Nexus tablet can be quite beneficial. They are affordable, powerful and are among the first to be updated to newer versions of Android. It all started with the original Nexus 7 back in 2012, which was followed by the Nexus 10 and the second Nexus 7 in 2013. The most recent Google Nexus 9 comes from HTC with powerful hardware and Android 5.0 Lollipop in tow.

Interestingly HTC is not a name one would associate with tablets. The company first released the HTC Flyer, followed by the HTC Jetstream. Both tablets failed to make a mark in the market and slowly faded into history. Now with the Nexus 9, the company hopes to revitalize itself and once again become a relevant player in the tablet market.

Priced at $399, the Nexus 9 is easily one of the best tablets to launch this year. It offers great performance, an impressive battery life and a brand new software experience with Android 5.0 Lollipop. So whether you are looking for a strong gaming tablet or a capable productivity machine, the Nexus 9 is a great choice.

T-Mobile started selling the Google Nexus 6 smartphone today, to its customers and is also hoping to offer the Google Nexus 9 tablet very soon. The un-carrier confirmed that the LTE version of the tablet will be available in stores from early December, but didn't give any specific dates.

The HTC manufactured Nexus 9 is one of the best Android markets in the market right now and is the first to run Android 5.0 Lollipop out of the box. It features a 8.9 inch display with a 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution, up to 32GB of internal storage, an 8MP rear camera, a 1.6MP front camera, a 6700mAh battery and a 2.3GHz dual-core NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor with 2GB of RAM. 

Google has started rolling out the Android 5.0 Lollipop update to its Nexus lineup, and have also released the factory images for most of its Nexus devices. The Google Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 (2012), Nexus 7 (2013) and Nexus 10 are all expected to receive the OTA update, and you can download the update files using the following links:

OTA updates are usually pushed out automatically to the Nexus device and you should receive a notification when the update is available for download on your device. The following guide will show you how to manually download and install these OTA files before the update is pushed through Google.

The recently released Google Nexus 9 tablet by HTC has already been rooted by famed developer Chainfire. The rooting process is not an easy one, since the source code was released so recently, but its nice to know for the seasoned Android users out there who have their eyes on this Nexus devices.

So if you are an Android user familiar with using ADB and FastBoot, feel free to follow the source link below and try out Chainfire's Nexus 9 root method. Keep in mind that many root apps will still have issues with the newly released Android 5.0 Lollipop as well as 64-bit. There may also be more issues with SuperSU on 64-bit that I have not found yet.

The Google Nexus 9 was officially released yesterday, which also makes the official release of Android 5.0 Lollipop. Google started off by releasing the Lollipop source code along with the code for all their Nexus devices to AOSP. Today the company has released their first factory images for Android 5.0 Lollipop, and the recipient is the brand new Nexus 9.

The factory image is not meant for the general user, and is more aimed at the advanced few who root their devices and install custom ROMs. Those who change the state of their Nexus 9 software will be able to use the factory images to revert back to its original state. Unfortunately, custom ROMs for the Nexus 9 are still a while away, because the source code alone isn't enough to make a working ROM. We still have to wait on the driver binaries, which can sometimes take a while.

Google has still to rollout Android 5.0 to other devices, and no other factory images have yet been released. Usually the factory image will come around the same time as the OTA rollout. Google has claimed Android 5.0 would be coming to Nexus devices soon, but we won't know when until it happens.


source - Google | Android Police

The Google Nexus 9 is the second collaboration between HTC and Google, since the company's partnered for the Google Nexus One. Google has stepped away from their affordable tablet pricing for this premium built tablet, so lets take a look at some early unboxing videos and see if you should be spending your money on one of Google's first Android 5.0 Lollipop devices.

While Amazon did not provide further details to the cause of the delay, a few who had contacted the online retailer were told that the decision to wait was "based on the manufacturer's decision, and the date mentioned by the manufacturer and supplied by the supplier." Currently the Amazon UK website also shows that the item will be released on December 15 in line with the emails.

Fortunately it doesn't seem like Google Play has changed their shipping date, which is still firmly set to November 3rd. So unless you intend to wait for Amazon to ship the tablets you could consider canceling your order and witch over to Google Play for your Nexus 9.

The Nexus 9 is built for Google by HTC and is the company's newest flagship tablet. It features a 8.9 inch touch display with a 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution, up to 32GB of internal storage, an 8MP rear camera, a 1.6MP front camera, and a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor with 2GB of RAM. The Nexus 9 will be one of the first devices to run Android 5.0 Lollipop. The 16GB model costs £319.00 ($399) while the 32GB model has been priced at £399.00 ($479)

We have already seen photo samples from the Nexus 6 smartphone and now we are getting an opportunity to see some early photos captured by the 8 megapixel rear camera of the Google Nexus 9 tablet. The camera features a backside illuminated sensor, f/2.4 lens, and support for 1080p video recording.

Tablets are not typically used for photography, but we have seen improvements made to their cameras over the past years. The photos released show camera samples from various environments including a low-lit room. The images, shot in 4:3 aspect ratio, are looking very well overall, at least from where we're standing. Obviously, it remains to be seen how well those will compare with what other tablets offer - especially the next iPads, which we expect to be unveiled in a few hours from now.

The Google Nexus 9 is now official, as the company has taken the wraps off its first HTC built tablet.  The Nexus 9 comes with an 8.9 inch display and the Android 5.0 Lollipop experience. Lets take a closer look at Google's newest slate and what it has to offer.

The Nexus 9 is manufactured by HTC, and the company's influence is clear in the design of the device. You get dual front-facing speakers, which is a signature for HTC, and you get a brushed aluminum frame rather than a full metal body, likely meant to keep the device affordable. The tablet has a 7.9mm (0.31") thin waist and it weighs 425g (0.94 lbs) for its Wi-Fi model, while the LTE version weighs a little more. The new Nexus tablet will come in a choice of Indigo Black, Lunar White, and Sand (available later).

The display on the tablet is 8.9 inches in size with a resolution of 2048 by 1536 pixels. That results in a pixel density of around 288 ppi, which should be sharp and crisp. The 4:3 aspect ratio of the tablet is similar to that of the Apple iPad.

Google's new tablet comes with a large, 6700mAh battery that will last around 9 hours, according to the official specifications.

The Nexus 9 is the first tablet to be powered by the NVIDIA Tegra K1 chip, This chip uses a dual-core 64-bit Denver CPU core architecture. Denver is an impressively large core with a desktop-class, wide, 7-issue superscalar design, with clock speeds of up to 2.3GHz. It also comes with a large amount of L1 cache: 128K+64K (I$/D$). Interestingly, Denver is rumored to have originally been designed with desktop machines in mind, but eventually it ended up on mobile devices.

Google will offer the Nexus 9 in a 16GB and 32GB model, and since there is no external storage, you will have to choose the model which serves you best.

The tablet comes with 2GB of RAM, and it also features the Kepler with 192 shader cores that has shown it performs at the top of its class, making the Nexus 9 a great choice for gamers.

Google's newest tablet will come with Android 5.0 Lollipop (Android L release) pre-installed. Android Lollipop features a new ‘Material design’ language based on flat shapes and realistic shadows to subtly convey structure. It comes with a redesign of the icons, and a refresh of the looks of Android with neat, snappy animations.

Google has also introduced several under the hood improvements and enhancements with Lollipop, which also sets the foundation for a future of 64-bit Android devices. It also introduces the new ART runtime that replaces Dalvik, and this 64-bit-compatible environment is ready to transform existing Java apps into 64-bit without any effort from the developer.

Since the Nexus 9 comes with a 64-bit capable processor, it will be able to take full advantage of the 64-bit architecture of Lollipop.

The 16GB version of the Nexus 9 with Wi-Fi connectivity will cost you $399, as Google moves away from its affordable Nexus pricing model. 32GB of storage will cost you $479 while adding 4G LTE connectivity will increase the price to $599.

If you are purchasing the Nexus 9 in the United States, you can get it from the Google Play Store, Amazon, Best Buy, Staples, Walmart, and others, with availability starting on November 12th. T-Mobile will be selling the cellular version.

Google is expected to unveil the Nexus 6 smartphone, Nexus 9 tablet and release the Android L release sometime soon, and all rumors point to an official unveiling tomorrow. Now some new ads have leaked out, showing the new Nexus family which highlight Google's "be together, not the same" motto for Android.

The First shows a gigantic smartphone, which will very likely be the Nexus 6 (Nexus X / Motorola Shamu). This device is clearly aimed at the user looking for a large screen device and will feature a 5.9-inch Quad HD (1440 x 2560-pixel) display, a 13-megapixel optically stabilized camera, the latest Snapdragon 805 system chip by Qualcomm. The handset will come with the latest Android L release.