Install Android 4.4 KitKat Update On Nexus 4; E960 Model Gets AOSP Custom ROM

Owners of Nexus 4 can now install Android 4.4 KitKat update ahead of the official release of the firmware.

Google confirmed that the official Android 4.4. KitKat update will arrive to Nexus 4 smartphone, as well as Nexus 7, Nexus 10 and the Google Play Edition of Galaxy S4 and HTC One. Though no specific date has been announced for the availability of Android 4.4 KitKat update, it was revealed during the launch of Google's latest OS that its newest software update will be rolled out to aforementioned devices in the coming week.

However, those who cannot wait for the official firmware and already want to experience Android 4.4 KitKat as early as now can do so through the use of custom ROM. Android Open Source Project or AOSP custom build which upgrades the Nexus 4 carrying the model number E960 to Android 4.4 KitKat update from 4.3 Jelly Bean was released after the official announcement of the latest operating system.

If this will be your first time to upgrade using Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP custom ROM, you may follow the detailed step-by-step instructions for the installation process posted on International Business Times. Download links for the custom AOSP firmware, drivers and other necessary tools are also provided on the IB Times post.

Moreover, there are requirements to make sure that you will be able to install Android 4.4 KitKat update on your Nexus 4 successfully and below are some of them:

• The battery level of the Nexus 4 should be 80% or higher before proceeding to install Android 4.4 KitKat update.
• Enable USB Debugging Mode on your Nexus 4.
• Install the correct USB driver for your Nexus 4 to connect the Android device easily on your computer.
• Use custom recovery tool like ClockWorkMod or TWRP to create a backup of all the settings and data stored on your device.