Google Nexus 7 (2013) just got custom support for Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow via Bad Boyz ROM. Bad Boyz offers a slew of native features, plus some of the official Marshmallow features.
Google Nexus 7 (2013) can now be manually updated with Android 6.0.1 Bad Boyz Marshmallow ROM. Proven to be stable, smooth and fast, the custom firmware also provides great customization options for device owners to enjoy.
Before proceeding with the installation, here's a bunch of reminders and prerequisites to consider:
1. Never try the ROM on other versions or models not prescribed.
2. Download and install USB drivers for this version.
3. Enable USB debugging mode from developer menu.
4. Download and install a custom recovery tool on the phone like CWM or TWRP.
5. Back up necessary data.
To download and install Bad Boyz ROM to Google Nexus 7 (2013), here's how:
1. Download the Android 6.0.1 Bad Boyz Marshmallow ROM here.
2. Download the Google Apps here.
3. Connect Nexus 7 (2013) on PC using USB cable then copy downloaded files to phone.
4. Press hold simultaneously the volume +, home and power buttons to restart phone into Recovery model.
5. Perform Nandroid backup of the existing ROM. This will allow users to get back to the original software version once ROM is updated. To do this, go to Backup and Restore > Backup again. Once back is complete, go back to main recovery menu.
6. Choose "Wipe data/factory reset." Tap "Yes" to confirm action.
7. Once completed, go back to CWM recovery menu > Wipe Cache Partition > Wipe Dalvik Cache.
8. Tap Select Install zip from sdcard > Choose a zip from SD card. Find the downloaded AICP ROM and select it by pressing the power button. Tap "Yes" to confirm action. Installation shall begin.
9. Once completed, go back to third step to install the Google Apps.
10. Once completed, go back to the main recovery menu. Select "Reboot system."
Once completed, the tablet should now be in Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. To check the software, go to Settings > About device.