Android 4.2.2 rolling out to Nexus devices, fixes Bluetooth audio issues

Right on the heels of Apple’s emergency iOS update, Google is beginning to push out Android 4.2.2 to its Nexus devices. Other devices will get the update later.

The 4.2.2 update brings fixes for A2DP Bluetooth audio where sound would skip or cut out suddenly. The update seems to be only rolling out to Nexus tablets at the moment, though it would be safe to assume that the update will hit Nexus phones soon and other handsets afterward.

In addition to fixing Bluetooth issues, Google is also working on a Google Now widget for faster access from the home and lock screens. Users can add the widget and customize it to display the most important information up front. Those who don’t like to use widgets can still access Google Now with a swipe up from the home key on Nexus devices. The widget has yet to be released but was leaked earlier by a Google support document, which has now been pulled.

Other minor additions include time left to download in the Google Play store, long pressing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to toggle in the Quick Settings, and a more secure Android Debug Bridge for developers.

The last Android update, 4.2.1, was released in November 2012, which also helped to squash some bugs. There’s no word about when the next version of Android, codenamed Key Lime Pie, will be released.

Source: Android Police