In what should be a pretty clear sign that an over-the-air update is coming soon, Google has posted the factory image for Android 4.4 KitKat for the Nexus 4.
Factory images are especially helpful if you bork your device playing hax0r — or if you just want an easy way to start from scratch. In the case of the Nexus 4 — which has yet to see an over-the air update — it’ll allow you to update without waiting — or wiping.
Also: Don’t be surprised when you flash this if you don’t have what’s been dubbed the “Google Experience” launcher. There’s no Google Now on the far left — you’ll have to slide up from the home button just like always. Also: No new wallpapers, and no transparency. Weird, but not totally unexpected.
- Download: Nexus 4 Android 4.4 factory image
More: Nexus 4 forums; Thanks, Cliff!