Check in here how to manually update Micromax Unite 2 A106 to Android 5.0 Lollipop Official firmware – Guide
Micromax is all done with the Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware for Micromax Unite 2 A106 and the update will be rolled out via OTA soon in the coming days. Earlier we have shared an article on how to update Micromax Unite 2 A106 to Android 5.0 Lollipop via Custom ROM and here is the tutorial on installing official Android 5.0 Lollipop build on Micromax Unite 2 A106. As the update might take some time to roll out, the users who can’t wait can manually update it by following this tutorial.
Micromax Unite 2 A106 is the best budget Android Smartphone with decent specs. The device runs on Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box and sports some decent specs. Here in this guide we are going to update Micromax Unite 2 A106 to Android 5.0 Lollipop with official firmware from Micromax.
Before we proceed with steps let’s have a look at some of the pre-requisites listed below, which are highly recommended for the smooth transmission of the update process.
Pre-Requisites:
- Make sure you have a backup of all of your important data.
Backup & Restore Contacts
Backup & Restore SMS
Backup & Restore Call Logs
Backup files stored on Internal Storage to PC
- Enable USB Debugging on Micromax Unite 2 A106.
- Charge Micromax Unite 2 A106 to at least 75%.
- Download Micromax USB Drivers and install on PC.
Disclaimer: We should not be held liable or responsible in any manner for any damage to your Micromax Unite 2 A106. You are at your own risk in following the procedure listed below.
Downloads:
Android 5.0 Lollipop Official firmware – Link | Mirror
How to update Micromax Unite 2 A106 to Android 5.0 Lollipop:
Step 1: Download and extract the firmware file on PC.
Step 2: Run SP Flash Tool on PC as administrator.
Step 3: Load the Scatter File from the extracted firmware files on SP Flash Tool by clicking on Scatter-loading button and selecting MT6582_Android_scatter.txt
Step 4: Now make sure all the firmware files are loaded in SP Flash Tool, if any file fails to load then load it manually.
Step 5: Choose Firmware Upgrade from the dropdown.
Step 6: Remove battery from Micromax Unite 2 A106 and after few seconds re-insert it and don’t power your device on.
Step 7: Hit the Download button on SP Flash Tool and connect your device to PC.
Note: If your device starts charging then it is not detected by the SP Flash Tool, in that case hit stop on SP Flash Tool and remove the battery and connect your device without battery and try.
Step 8: Now all the firmware files are flashed on Micromax Unite 2 A106. Once done you will see green tick mark. At this time disconnect your device and turn it on after inserting battery if removed.
After reboot you are ready to taste Android 5.0 Lollipop on Micromax Unite 2 A106. Do let us know in the comment section if you have face any difficulties while trying to update Micromax Unite 2 A106 to Android 5.0 Lollipop official firmware.
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janardhana.v
dual sim not working pls suggest
retake
To all users using Unite 2, this method does work. I am using 8Gb dual sim version and currently flashing 🙂 . It didn’t work for me at first to but just follow the small step below to start flashing and hola!
-Click on DOWNLOAD (no it dosn’t download bt flashes}
-Insert plug to mobile
-If download speed starts appearing on bottom than it has started flashing or else do it again
paritosh
after upgrading storage management sucks.
battery improved alot..
n smoothness increased..
bt alot of app unable to install and storage is biggest bug..
so wait for 5.1 eithr use kitkat..
don’t upgrade..
u’ll b cursing urslf thereaftr.
furqan
recovery mode not working except that everything is fine
Sunny sharma
It shows invalid Imei no. pls help..
Alpesh
Try to flash the firmware again.
Vidya Sagar
Is this firmware update for same for Micromax A106 4 GB model. And is the procedure same
Yash
can i download lollipop version on my phone
Alpesh
The lollipop update is available for your device via OTA, so update your device from settings>software updates or follow the steps listed in this guide.
Hemant mudgal
Can this firmware and tutorial will work on Micromax Canavas A104.
Alpesh
This firmware will not work on Micromax Canvas A104.
faizan
All options in dual sim management become disable, sim not detecting please help