How to Install Android 5.0 Lollipop on Moto G 2nd Gen 2014 via OTA Zip [XT1063 and XT1064] | All Free Perks

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You must be running a stock Android KitKat firmware without root, andbootloader must be locked, else you might risk bricking your device.
Moto G XT1063 and XT1064 users can still return their device to stock settings and attempt installing the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA update by following the steps provided in this guide.
Although, it is not assured that the procedure will work if your device is already rooted with itsbootloader unlocked.


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Prerequisites

  • The instructions and the OTA zip files provided in this guide are meant for Moto G 2014 devices with model numbers XT1063 and XT1064 only. Do not attempt installing this firmware on any other model or you may risk bricking the device.
  • Ensure the device has more than 60% battery charge to prevent unexpected device shutdown leading to corrupt partitions, during the OTA firmware installation.
  • Backup important data and settings on the device before you proceed.
  • Copy the downloaded OTA files to your phone’s internal SD card.

Steps : 

Install Android 5.0 Lollipop OTA Zip on Moto G 2014 XT1063 and XT1064

  • Power off the phone and wait for a few seconds until it shuts down completely.
  • Press and hold Volume Up, Volume Down and Power keys together until the bootloader or the recovery mode screen appears.
  • Hit the Volume Down key to highlight the Recovery option and then select it by tapping the Volume Up key.
  • A warning Android logo will appear in the middle of the screen.
  • Tap the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons for around 5 seconds. Now, while holding the two buttons, press and release the Power
  • Your device will now boot into stock recovery mode and display “Android System Recovery” at the top of the screen.
  • Next, select “apply update from sdcard“
  • Then go to the downloaded file and select it.
  • Wait for the installation to complete and follow onscreen prompts to reboot the phone.

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