Google isnt talking about why the Android 4.4 software update it announced last week for Nexus tablet owners still isnt available, but whatever the reason, the situation spotlights a clear difference between Apples iOS and Android. Last Tuesday, Google announced that it was starting to roll out the much-anticipated Android 4.4 KitKat update for Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 tablets. Three days later, on Friday, I wrote about the update delay and why I was frustrated. Today, almost a week after Google made its initial announcement, the update is still not widely available. I reached out to Google yesterday seeking some clarification on what exactly is going on, and I got a very unspecific response that was “not for quote.” So I will not quote it here, but this about sums it up: “We’re working on it.” I sent a number of very specific follow up questions back to Google, but I still have not received a response. It’s clear that the larger rollout of Android 4.4 KitKat to Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 users has been delayed, at least according to Merriam-Webster’s definition of the term. Delay de·lay noun di-?l?, d?- a situation in which something happens later than it should I will update this post when, or if, I hear back from Google with specifics. But this whole ordeal begs a few questions: Why would Google announce that the update was rolling out before it was actually ready to be released? If it was ready, what went wrong? And, finally, why is Apple able to rollout major software updates to millions and millions of users with mostly minor problems while Google was unable rollout the Android 4.4 update to a much, much smaller number of Nexus users without delays? One of the main reasons to buy a Nexus is device is quick and easy access to Android software updates. The situation spotlights a real difference between the two companies and the two mobile platforms. AS Related content brandpost Sponsored by Freshworks When your AI chatbots mess up AI ‘hallucinations’ present significant business risks, but new types of guardrails can keep them from doing serious damage By Paul Gillin Dec 08, 2023 4 mins Generative AI brandpost Sponsored by Dell New research: How IT leaders drive business benefits by accelerating device refresh strategies Security leaders have particular concerns that older devices are more vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks. By Laura McEwan Dec 08, 2023 3 mins Infrastructure Management case study Toyota transforms IT service desk with gen AI To help promote insourcing and quality control, Toyota Motor North America is leveraging generative AI for HR and IT service desk requests. By Thor Olavsrud Dec 08, 2023 7 mins Employee Experience Generative AI ICT Partners feature CSM certification: Costs, requirements, and all you need to know The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification sets the standard for establishing Scrum theory, developing practical applications and rules, and leading teams and stakeholders through the development process. By Moira Alexander Dec 08, 2023 8 mins Certifications IT Skills Project Management Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe