Google is now updating its Nexus series with the latest October 5, 2016, security patch level. The update is still Android 7.0 Nougat and not the upcoming Android 7.1, possibly the build number NDE63B/NDE63H, which will be released with the new Google Pixel and Pixel XL phones. Google started releasing the Nougat update to Nexus just last month and we have seen a lot of Android 7.0 custom ROMS hitting various Android devices in the form of custom ROMS like CyanogenMod 14 and AOSP ROMS. However now, the Nexus series along with the Pixel C have been receiving new security level updates taking their build number to NBD90X. To our surprise, the Nexus 6 has now been updated the official Android version 7.0. Update: Google Pixel and Pixel XL factory image and OTA zip files now available for download with Android 7.1.0 Nougat 7.1.0 NDE63P. Moreover, Nexus 9 LTE receives latest Android 7.0 Nougat OTA update with September 6, AOSP security patch level with build NRD90R. So did Nexus 6 with build NBD90Z. Download now.
The firmware build number NBD90X comes to the Nexus 6P, whereas, the Nexus 5X receives build NBD90W. The Pixel C has also seen an upgrade to NRD91D along with Nexus 9 (WiFi) and the Nexus Player. The official Nougat firmware build NBD90Z for Nexus 6 is live right now on Google’s servers. Moreover, the Nexus 5 and the Nexus 7 (WiFi/LTE) still remain on the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. The update comes to us in the form of OTA zip files and full factory images.
Google has now planned to release two new devices named Google Pixel and the Pixel XL which were formerly claimed to be Nexus Marlin and Sailfish.
What’s new with the October 2016 Nougat & Marshmallow update for Nexus?
Google updated the developer page and listed the October security bulletin to show what’s new in the latest security patch. You can see various updates to the Android system and features like the telephony, camera, mail, WiFi, GPS, and much more. You can also see various vulnerability fixes like that with the Denial of service for WiFi. So, in general, the new Nougat update brings some bug fixes and stability improvements and various vulnerability patches.
Download OTA for October 5, 2016, security patch for Nexus
If for some reason you have not received the updates over-the-air using Google FOTA service, then here is the October OTA round up for you.
OTA updates for Nexus Android 7.0 Nougat October 5, 2016, Security Patches:
- Google Nexus 5 – MOB31E to 6.0.1 (M4B30X)
- Google Nexus 5X – NRD90S to 7.0.0 (NBD90W)
- Google Nexus 6 – MOB31E to 7.0 (NBD90Z)
- Google Nexus 6P – (NRD90U) to 7.0 (NBD90X)
- Google Nexus 7 2013 WiFi – MOB30X to 6.0.1
- Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE – MOB30X to 6.0.1
- Google Nexus 9 WiFi – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
- Google Nexus 9 LTE – MOB31E to 7.0 (NRD90R)
- Google Nexus Player – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
- Google Pixel C – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
Google Pixel (XL) OTA update
- Google Pixel – NDE63P to 7.1.0 October 5, 2016
- Google Pixel XL – NDE63P to 7.1.0 October 5, 2016
How to install Nougat October 2016 AOSP security patch on Nexus via OTA zip files?
The OTA updates can be installed directly with the stock recovery or using the ADB sideload method. however, you ned to setup the ADB and Fastboot environment on your PC. Fortunately, we already have the tutorials ready for it. Take a look at how to install OTA updates manually on Nexus devices and also get more OTA update files. The OTA updates may or may not work for those who have rooted, modified the system heavily or installed a TWRP recovery onto their device. Hence, if you are looking forward to flashing the OTA on with TWRP recovery, it is highly recommended that you back up.
Download Factory Image for October 2016 Nexus security patch
Android 7.0 Nougat Factory images for Nexus- September 2016 AOSP update:
- Google Nexus 5 – MOB31E to 6.0.1 (M4B30X)
- Google Nexus 5X – NRD90S to 7.0.0 (NBD90W)
- Google Nexus 6 – MOB31E to 7.0 (NBD90Z)
- Google Nexus 6P – (NRD90U) to 7.0 (NBD90X)
- Google Nexus 7 2013 WiFi – MOB30X to 6.0.1
- Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE – MOB30X to 6.0.1
- Google Nexus 9 WiFi – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
- Google Nexus 9 LTE – MOB31E to 7.0 (NRD90R)
- Google Nexus Player – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
- Google Pixel C – NRD90R to 7.0.0 (NRD91D)
Google Pixel (XL) factory image
- Google Pixel – NDE63P to 7.1.0 October 5, 2016
- Google Pixel XL – NDE63P to 7.1.0 October 5, 2016
How to install October 2016 AOSP security patch on Nexus via Factory Image?
To install the August 2016 security patches/updates on your Nexus device, you can flash the factory images and restore your device to complete stock. We have the factory image flash tutorial for the nexus devices. It is simple and all the required tools are available there. Check out how to install Factory Images on Nexus devices (or go to this tutorial )
If you have missed the previous updates for some reason then head over to the following tutorial.
Download September 2016 Security Updates- OTA and Factory Images For Nexus Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
How to root Nexus on latest Android 7.0 Nougat October security patch level?
There are actually 3 ways to root the Android 7.0 Nougat firmware. Checkout out the tutorial on how to root the firmware: 3 tested ways to root Nexus running latest Android 7.0 Nougat. You may also like to check out the latest systemless SuperSU 2.78 to root your Nexus device on the latest Marshmallow update and still retain the functionality of applying OTA updates as well as Android Pay.