What OS should I install on LG G2?

[noz03]

I just got a second hand LG G2, its currently running on 4.4.2 (Kernel 3.4.0 in case that is important).

As I know, I can install the newer lollypop OS via the computer. But am wondering if I should do this or not? What might be the pros and cons? Is it safe? And if so what is the easiest way to do this? I don't plan to root it or anything like that, just wanna get the official update.

 

[lunatic59]

As long as you are using the official stock firmware to upgrade, I'd go for it. Lollipop (5.0) was a nice upgrade from 4.4, which is getting pretty dusty these days. Many apps now won't even run on it.

I would recommend a factory reset after the upgrade just to clean out all the leftover junk.

 

[noz03]

Wouldn't a factory reset take it back to 4.4 again?

 

[lunatic59]

Nope.

Once android is upgraded there's no (easy) way to go back. A factory reset simply removes all user data and settings, but leaves the OS intact.