7 Things to Know About the December Nexus 5X Update

The December Nexus 5X Android 8.1 Oreo update is rolling out and Google’s latest build brings a new batch of security enhancements.

Google’s latest Android 8.1 Oreo build is much smaller than the original Android 8.1 Oreo update, but it’s still an important release for Nexus 5x users.

The December Android 8.1 release enhances your Nexus 5X’s security and it could improve your device’s overall performance. Of course, there’s also a chance Google’s December Android 8.1 update ruins your Nexus 5X’s performance.

We’re already hearing about problems with the latest version of Android 8.1 and the list includes issues installation process, busted Bluetooth, battery drain, and other common Android issues.

Our guide to the December Nexus 5X Android 8.1 update addresses these problems and provides users with a solid list of potential fixes.

It also takes a look at the Nexus 5X Android 8.1 update’s performance, the Android Oreo downgrade, and some other key things current and prospective users need to know about the new Android 8.1 build.

We plan to update this roundup with new information about the update’s performance so check back in with us for regular updates as we push away from the release date.

Let’s start off with some initial impressions of the December Nexus 5X Android 8.1 update’s performance.

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