The custom ROM is based on the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean build that is found on the Nexus 4. It strips away that LG Optimus UI and gives you the free CM experience that you’ve come to expect from previous CyanogenMOD builds. This is an early build, though, so there are problems. The WiFi, NFC and capacitive keys don’t work yet, for example, but they’re hopeful it’ll all be fully functional by year’s end.

Remember that the Optimus G ships with just ICS under the hood, so this is likely a much faster way to get to Android 4.2 than waiting for an official update skinned by LG. Getting to load these custom ROMs is easier too, as there is a $1 app in the Google Play Store called FreeGee that allows you to unlock your bootloader and remove LG security. You could still bootload the old school way, but the app is easier.

Should you want to brave the early build on your LG Optimus G, you can find the CM 10.1 download on XDA. As with all these kinds of mods, proceed at your own risk and discretion.

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Android 4.2 is finally out the door, though it is currently limited only to Nexus devices. So when is it going to see a wider release in the form of custom ROMs? Soon, if the CyanogenMod team has anything to say about it.

While CyanogenMod 10.1 doesn’t have an official launch target in mind, the team says that is are moving in the right direction. Due to the fact that Android 4.1 and 4.2 aren’t that different, the team doesn’t have to start over like they did when moving from Gingerbread to ICS. This time around, they can simply merge their CM enhancements over to Android 4.2.

While I know enough about getting a mod working on my own Android devices, I wouldn’t pretend to fully understand the coding process that is involved to get it all working and ported, so instead I’ll point you to the Cyanogenmod Team’s Google+ page where they detail exactly where they are and what they need to do to get there.

For those that don’t want to read all the technical jargon: Long story short, they are working hard to get the ball rolling. The Android modding community is crafty and works quickly so it will be here sooner than we know it, just don’t expect it tomorrow morning or anything.

Are you ready to make the jump to Android 4.2? What is the most exciting new feature that you are interested in from Jelly Bean 4.2?

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