Updating Android on your LG V10 is a necessary operation if you want your smartphone to be on top of its efficiency. In fact, the updates allow to bring a wide range of things that will make the use of your LG V10 more pleasant. However, it is not always simple to update the LG V10 if you have no idea how you can do it. This is why we will discover in this tuto why it is important to make the updates. We will then discover what is the procedure to know if an update is available for your LG V10. We will then see how you can update the LG V10 and the precautions to take before launching. Finally, we will discuss the possible solutions in case you do not find an update available.
Why to update Android on the LG V10
Android updates bring a lot to your LG V10. Probably the most important reasons to update your smartphone is protection. In fact, as on all operating systems, there are protection flaws on Android. The updates thus make it possible above all to make disappear these flaws and thus to secure your LG V10. A different reason that makes the updates interesting is the addition of features. In fact, every update brings its share of features. It might be additional applications or the ability to set certain parameters. Additionally, a few improvements may also save your LG V10 battery and therefore extend its battery life. You will need to therefore upgrade your LG V10, either for security or for features.
How do I know if an update is available on my LG V10
Before you go into the upgrade of the LG V10, it will first of all have to look if there is an update for your smartphone. To confirm this, you will have to go to the LG V10 settings menu. After that go all the way down to About the device. Once you are there, choose Update Software and then search for an update. If an update is available, your LG V10 will offer you to download and install it. If there is nothing, you should discover a message of the type: no update available or your smartphone is already under the latest version .
How you can update my LG V10
Updating the LG V10 is quite easy. However, it could be worthwhile to take a few precautions before embarking on the update, as it may happen that the update causes problems. Here are 3 stuff you can actually do before you get started:
- Save the data: if you do not know how you can do it, consult our guide to make a backup of LG V10.
- Charging the battery: The procedure may at times take time, so make sure you have at least 70% battery.
- Save your settings: You may make a screen capture of your settings. Discover here how to make a screen capture on LG V10
After you have taken your precautions, place to the update. To start the update, go to Settings / About the device / Software update . All you must do at this point is to start the update for the procedure to begin. The procedure will take many minutes and the smartphone will restart several times. When ever it is finished, the smartphone turns on again and that’s it, your LG V10 is up to date.
How you can do if no update is available for my LG V10
If there is no update available for your LG V10 but you still desire to update it, please note that it’s possible. However, the procedure is a bit more challenging. Indeed, you will need to root your LG V10 and install what is called a custom ROC. If it will not scare you, you can stick to our article to root a LG V10. With this technique you will be able to have much more choice on the update you desire to install.
