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Steps to Update Nexus 5 to Google Pixel Android 7.1 Custom ROM
Steps to Update Nexus 5 to Google Pixel Android 7.1 Custom ROM-February 2024
Feb 12, 2026 8:25 AM

We have already shared with you a few Nougat based custom ROMs for your Nexus 5. Among these, one of the most popular one remainsthe Euclidean ROM for Nexus 5 which brings the latest features from Google's Pixel smartphones. The custom firmware is now available based on the very latest Android 7.1 Nougat. Loved all the delicious goodies thatEuclidean brought to your Nexus 5? Then, you shouldn't miss this feature-rich ROM that is now based on the very latest Android version. Follow this guide toupdate Nexus 5 to Android 7.1 based Euclidean Nougat ROM.

Euclidean Android 7.1 Nougat

GoogleNexusSoundsBusyboxGApps included (removed stock ones)PhonographMusic PlayerBatteryLED NotificationsAmbient DisplayGoogle PixelLauncherPixelWallpapersGoogle PixelDialerGoogle PixelNavBarbiQuads - Qualcomm's Audio Codec

Prerequisites to update Nexus 5 to Android 7.1

Downloadand installUSB driversfor Nexus 5 in your computer.Enable USB debugging option by pressingMenu>Settings>Applications. Navigate and tap onDeveloper Optionsto enableUSB Debugging.YourNexus 5 should berooted.Make sure to install TWRP or CWMrecovery tool.Ensure that your Nexus 5 carries more than 70% of charge.

Note:Still in beta version, you might find some bugs ifrunning it as a daily driver.Head over to theXDAthread for support, bugs and more information.For theAndroid 7.0version, visit our earlierguide.

How to update Nexus 5 to Android 7.1 Euclidean ROM

Required files:DownloadEuclideanforNexus5on your computer.

Connect your Nexus 5 to your PC using USB cable and copy the downloaded files to the SD card of yourdevice.Disconnect your Nexus 5 and power it off.Nowbootitintothe recovery mode: press and holdVolume Up, Homeand thePowerbuttons simultaneously. UseVolumekeys to highlight andPowerbutton to select.In theTWRP/CWM settings menu, clear phone memory: go toWipe>Factory Reset.Return to TWRP settings and tapInstalland locate the Euclideanfirmware zip file from the phone memory.In the menu, confirm the installation process by tappingSwipe to Confirm Flash.Your phone will now install the Android 7.1 Nougat custom ROM.When you receive theSuccessfulmessage, you can restart your device.

First boot takes a little, so a little patience would go a long way. Enjoy the all new features that Android 7.1 Nougatbrings to yourNexus 5and don't forget to share your experience with us.

Note:If you get stuck in the bootloop,go to TWRP main menu and clearWipe cache/dalvik.

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