How to disable the auto-update Android

Startup Android update causes irritation. internet speed drops due to downloading large amounts of data in the background, constantly popping up a notification to perform an update. But it can be stopped by taking control of the system upgrade.

Disabling startup updates

Go to Android Settings and open the section "System Update." On some firmwares he could hide inside the submenu "About phone." Click on the button with three dots in the upper right corner, select "Settings" and disable the automatic download update packages. After that you will have to check for updates manually.

If the "System Update" no additional options, means the firmware creators believe that in a short address to the server for updates there is nothing to worry about. You can fix this by flashing the Android on another assembly, but it is worth considering whether there is such a need.

If you can not disable auto-update, the system will only check for updates. For them to download and install Android will ask for permission.

To update does not interfere with normal operation of your phone or tablet, including the planned installation; for example, at night, from two to five hours. Do not forget to connect the charger to update passed without a glitch.

Removing the update

If the update is downloaded, but the device is no place to install it, or you just do not want to upgrade, remove it from memory. This will require root-rights. Update file is stored in the Cache folder and is called Updates.zip. If after removing it updates disable autorun, then without you knowing nothing else will be downloaded.

Disable notifications

Another serious irritant - on the availability of an update notification. There are three ways to escape from them: to install the update, to obtain root-rights and remove or disable the update notification. With the first two everything is clear, we examine in detail the third embodiment.

Open the "Applications" in the settings. Find «Google Play Services." Click on the "Notifications" and disable their appearance.

Quite without notice, too, is impossible: there is a chance to miss an important message or update. Therefore, such an embodiment should be considered as a temporary measure. Next you need to decide: either root or removing updates, or clear memory for its installation.

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