9 Things to Know About the July Nexus 5X Android 7.1.2 Update

How to Prepare for the July Update

Again, it's difficult to predict exactly how this new Android 7.1.2 build will impact your Nexus 5X's performance. We've been having a good experience but you could see problems. This is why you need to prepare.

We've put together a guide that outlines the steps we take before we install a new Android update on our Nexus 5X. This includes Google's security patches. 

Some of the steps will take you a few minutes. Others are a little more involved and could take some time depending on your skill set. All of the tips are aimed at preventing Android 7.1.2 problems from flaring up on your phone. 

If you're short on time you'll want to make sure all of your important files are backed up. Your data will probably be fine but it's better to be safe than sorry, yes, even with Google's security patches.