LG G4 was one of the very first gadgets to receive an update to Android Marshmallow, after the Nexus devices. however for Verizon LG G4 individuals the update has started to roll out just now. The new update brings the optimizations of Android Marshmallow and customizations as well as tweaks by LG, that is implied to offer you a much better individual experience.
The many talked about features in Marshmallow update are Doze mode which provides outstanding standby time for your device, app permissions which allow you to manage permissions for applications on your device, Now-on tap, as well as few others. This guide will assist you set up the recently released Marshmallow update on your Verizon LG G4.
If you are running stock ROM without any type of customizations like Rooting or flashing a customized recovery, then you may just inspect for new Updates in your settings app as well as set up the update. however if you haven’t got the OTA or are running a personalized version of the stock ROM or have installed any type of other customized ROM, you cannot set up the OTA update directly on your phone. You would requirement to flash the update utilizing the flash tool as explained in this guide.
Things You will Need
Verizon LG G4 VS986 as well as a PC
LGUP: Link
Firmware (KDZ file): VS98624C_01_0131_ARB02 .kdz
USB Drivers
Note: if you are concerned about losing your data you may utilize LG Bridge software application to Backup as well as bring back data on your mobile.
Steps To Follow
Download the LGUP software application from the links provided above.
Install LGUP_8994_DLL_Ver_0_0_3_23 very first as well as then install LGUP_Install_Ver_1_14_3 on your PC.
Now download the KDZ data for the Marshmallow update from the link provided above.
Download as well as set up Lg USB chauffeurs from the link provided above if you don’t have them installed on your PC.
Connect your Lg G4 to your PC as well as begin LGUP program.
Now if you want to keep your data as well as want to upgrade to Marshmallow proceed with complying with steps(without wiping any type of info/data):
Choose data path as the path for KDZ data you have downloaded.
Make sure BIN data is ticked.
Also, make sure you have clicked Upgrade.
Now press begin as well as wait on few minutes.
If you want to do a full wipe as well as set up Marshmallow update then comply with the steps provided below:
Open the LGUP on your computer.
Change data path to point it to the Marshmallow KDZ data you have downloaded.
Shut down LGUP(Close it).
Now open LGUP again. You will notice that the KDZ data is already showing in the data path section.
Now choose REFURBISH as well as make sure BIN data is ticked.
Press begin as well as wait on few minutes.
Reboot as well as Enjoy!
Enjoy the most recent iteration of Android i.e. Android Marshmallow on your Verizon LG G4. If you have any type of queries concerning installation procedure leave them in the comments section below.