The LG 2012 Nexus 4 might be a little senior amongst its peers, but nonetheless it is still functional and able. In addition to that, Google has recently released the new CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Custom ROM version.

Here is how you can upgrade the device.

According to IB Times, before anyone can perform the updates there are prerequisites for it. First, the CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop custom ROM is only applicable for the LG 2012 Nexus 4 device, nothing more nothing less.

Second, it requires cleaning up the device's memory, so backing up all the data is a must. Users can always install the Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/TWRP in the smartphone to make sure that every data will be saved and recovered.

The third prerequisite is the USB drivers of the phone in the PC, if this is not present, the computer will not read the device. Fourth, the process might take some time so it is advisable for it have at least 80% of battery life.

Fifth and last, before moving with the update, the upgrade will void all company warranty on the phone, meaning if something happens during or after the upgrade, LG or Google is not liable for the damage.

After the laundry lists of the prerequisite were crossed out, Android DXDA cited that everything is good to go and the device is ready for the update.

The first step is to of course download the CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop custom ROM to the computer. Next, is to connect the Nexus 4 to the PC using the USB data cable and mount its USB memory storage.

After which, transfer the CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop custom ROM zip file to the root folder of the device's SD card on the phone then disconnect the phone from the PC and turn the Nexus 4 off, to make way for the Bootloader Mode.

Now in order to access the phone's Bootloader Mode, you need to hold and press down the Volume UP, Volume Down, and Power simultaneously. After that was done, proceed by following the on-screen instructions and select the Bootloader>CWM Recovery.

While on the CWM Recovery, wipe all data/factory reset, and wipe cache partition as well as wipe Dalvik cache. You can get to the Dalvik cache by going to Advanced then Wipe Dalvik Cache. After the wiping is done, go back to the Recovery Menu and choose install zip from SD Card > choose zip from sdcard.

Find a way to CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop custom ROM zip file (which is already transferred to the SD card of your device) then select the ROM zip file and use the Power button to confirm and the installation will commence.

Once the installation is completed, press GO BACK and from the Recovery Menu select the reboot system now to finalize the update. Usually, it takes the LG Nexus 4 around 4 to 5 minutes to boot for the first time after the installation.

The update, as noted by Team Android, will bring features such as AdBlocker, App Circle Bar, Breathing Notifications, Custom LCD Density, Custom Lockscreen Circle Shortcuts, Custom Lockscreen Slider Shortcuts, Custom Lockscreen Slider Shortcuts, KeyPad Shuffler on Lockscreen Security, Privacy Guard, to name a few.

The CyanideL Android 5.1.1 Lollipop brings tons of upgrades and new features for the aging but able LG Nexus 4. With this update, the LG Nexus 4 will definitely work and function like freshly unboxed mobile phone.