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Moto G5 Plus/ Moto G5 March 2018 Security Patch Update Info

It seems that Motorola is gearing up to launch March 2018 Security Patches for the Moto G5s Plus.

The March security update release notes are already live for the Moto G5 Plus. Motorola mentions that the update only includes Android security patches through March 1st, 2018.

So, the company is most likely to start March 2018 update official rollout for the Moto G5 Plus by the end of this month. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto G5 Plus March Security Patch Release Info

We haven't seen any sign of the March Security Patch update for the Moto G5 Plus/Moto G5.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding March Security Patch update for the Moto G5 Plus/Moto G5. Kindly let us know if we missed anything!


March Security Patch Release Notes for the Moto G5 Plus

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for  moto g5 plus by Motorola. This update brings important security improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotog.

NOTE: All information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:
Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through March 1st 2018.

Moto X4 March 2018 Security Patch Update Info

It seems that Motorola is gearing up to launch March 2018 Security Patches for the Moto X4.

The March security update release notes are already live for the Moto X4. Motorola mentions that the update only includes Android security patches through March 1st, 2018.

So, the company is most likely to start March 2018 update official rollout for the Moto X4 by the end of this month. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto X4 March Security Patch Release Info

We haven't seen any sign of the March Security Patch update for the Moto X4.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding March Security Patch update for the Moto X4. Kindly let us know if we missed anything!


March Security Patch Release Notes for the Moto X4

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto x4 by Motorola. This update brings important security improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotox.

NOTE: All information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:
Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through March 1st 2018.

Moto G5s Plus/ Moto G5s March 2018 Security Patch Update Info

It seems that Motorola is gearing up to launch March 2018 Security Patches for the Moto G5s Plus.

The March security update release notes are already live for the Moto G5s Plus. Motorola mentions that the update only includes Android security patches through March 1st, 2018.

So, the company is most likely to start March 2018 update official rollout for the Moto G5s Plus by the end of this month. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto G5s Plus March Security Patch Release Info

We haven't seen any sign of the March Security Patch update for the Moto G5s Plus/Moto G5s.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding March Security Patch update for the Moto G5s Plus/Moto G5s. Kindly let us know if we missed anything!


March Security Patch Release Notes for the Moto G5s Plus

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto g5s plus by Motorola. This update brings important security improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotog.

NOTE: All information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:
Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through March 1st 2018.

These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play

These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play
Earlier today, the first set of images of what may be our first live look at the new Moto G6 Play surfaced through Taiwanese certification site NCC. The device certainly matches up in style to previous render leaks.

The Moto G6 Play (XT1922-1) would feature a Snapdragon 430 chipset, which is quite old. Motorola could have used the Snapdragon 450, which is better than the SD430. Additionally, the device would come with Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

According to earlier leaks, G6 Play would get a HD Display with an 5.7" Screen Size. It has a giant 4000mAh with fast charging. The device will ship with dark charcoal, gold, and deep blue colors.


Moto G6 Smartphones were orignally planned for the MWC, but due to some reason, Motorola cancelled the launch event. However, the company is expected to announce the devices in a few days.

These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play


These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play These may be the First Real Pictures of the Moto G6 Play

Via: Trendytechz

Moto Z2 Play Picks Up February 2018 Security Patch

The Motorola Moto Z2 Play is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto Z2 Play in India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for February 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for the Moto Z2 Play brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements. The new software weighs in at around 74.2MB.

Note that the Moto Z2 Play still runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.0, which is already available for a few Motorola Phones.


Also Read: Android 8.0 on Moto X4: Moto Launcher gets Dark Theme Option

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device.

Cheers Navin M B Nair

Moto G6 Plus Showcased in Case Renders

The entire world is looking for next Motorola budget phone which is the Moto G6 family to release at the earliest, but one has to wait a little few weeks to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay, especially about the FullScreen display placement.

We have already seen multiple leaked renders of the Moto G6 Smartphones, however this new leak shows the case renders of the Moto G6 Plus, which looks absolutely stunning and is on-par with the earlier leaked rumors.

As you can see in the above images, the Moto G6 Plus is having Full Screen display with Fingerprint sensor to the front, the device has premium glass back and dual rear cameras just like the Moto X4.

In terms of specifications, the Moto G6 Plus will be powered with Snapdragon 630 SoC, 4/6GB RAM. It would have a 5.93" FHD+ Display, and 3250mAh battery. It will be available in Silver, Gold, White, Blue and Cyan Color Options.

Moto G6 Plus was orignally planned for the MWC, but due to some reason, Motorola cancelled the launch event. However, the company is expected to announce the devices in a few days.



Source: Technavvi

The Moto E5 Plus has 18:9 Screen and Dual Rear Cameras

Motorola's Moto E line has been one of its most successful lines of low-end phones ever, so it makes sense that Lenovo and Motorola would want to follow-up last year's Moto E4 and Moto E4 Plus with a Moto E5 and Moto E5 Plus.

An alleged leaked render might just have revealed the first-look of the Moto E4 Plus successor. Eval Blass refers to the phone pictured below as the Moto E5 Plus.

Assuming that the leaked render is the final design, the Moto E5 Plus looks idential to the upcoming Moto G6 Play but with Dual Rear Cameras. The fingerprint sensor is moved to the rear with batwing logo thanks to brand new Motorola branding. Additionaly, we have 18:9 Full Screen Display.


There's no information regarding the Price, or Specifications. We got the Moto E4 and E4 Plus last year around July, but Motorola probably needs to release something to get sales back on track. Thoughts?
The Moto E5 Plus has 18:9 Screen and Dual Rear Cameras
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Moto Z Play users on Android 8.0 Oreo Soak test are now getting another Software update: Here's What's New

Still waiting for the Android Oreo update for your Moto Smartphone? All we know at this point is that, yes, Motorola is testing Oreo on few Moto Z and Moto G phones. The company isn’t providing a timetable like it did earlier this year, though. That’s likely because it doesn’t want to give false hope and disappointment to their customers.

Back in January, Motorola started rolling out Soak test of Android 8.0 Oreo for the Moto Z Play with December 1, 2017 Android security patch, Stability improvements and other interesting features along with Android 8.0 Oreo goodies.

Then again, there's another update for the Moto Z Play users running Android 8.0 Oreo Soak test. This latest software update features build no. of OPN27.76-12-2 and weighs in at around 450MB.


The update brings latest February 1, 2018 Security patch, Stability Improvements, Camera enhancements, New icons, App dots, Pixel Dialer, and new Moto Launcher, Note that the device still runs Android 8.0 Oreo after the update.
With this new update, Motorola has removed the old Google now launcher and replaced it with brand new Moto Launcher which supports App dots. Additionally, there's new icons for Camera, Settings, Dialer, and Contacts. No, you won't get new Moto Actions with this update.

The company is most likely to start Android 8.0 Oreo official rollout for the Moto Z Play by the end of this month or early March. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.


Geekbench Reveals Moto G6 Features

Geekbench Reveals Moto G6 Features
We've been hearing rumours for some time that Motorola will launch the Moto G6 family at MWC. The devices have already been leaked via various renders and real life images. Now, according to Geekbench, it seems that we've confirmed specification of the Moto G6.

The Moto G6 would feature a Snapdragon 625 (MSM8953) chipset, which contradicts earlier rumors of the G6 featuring Snapdragon 450 (SDM450). Additionally, the device would come with Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

According to earlier leaks, G6 would get a 5.7" FHD+ Display. It has a 3000mAh with fast charging, Dual rear cameras of 12+5MP, and front facing fingerprint shooter. The device will ship in five color options including Silver, Gold, White, Blue and Cyan.


Motorola and Lenovo are all set to reveal the Moto G6 family at the Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

Geekbench | Image: Concept Creator

Moto Z Play Android 8.0 Oreo Update is on Its Way

Moto Z Play Android 8.0 Oreo Update is on Its Way
Motorola is planning to release the latest Android Oreo update to its Moto Z Play Smartphone. Android 8.0 Oreo update Release Notes for the Moto Z Play are now live.

Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Z Play would also feature the latest February 1st 2018 Security Patch, Stability improvements, and brand new Camera Application.

Also Read: Moto Z Play Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]

So, the company is most likely to start Android 8.0 Oreo official rollout for the Moto Z Play by the end of this month or early March. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto Z Play - Android™ 8.0 Oreo™ - Maintenance Release Notes

INTRODUCTION


We are excited to announce a new software update for moto z play by Motorola. This update brings Android™ 8.0 Oreo to your phone along with other improvements.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotoz.

NOTE: all information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:
  • Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through February 1st 2018.
  • Stability improvements: includes changes that fix bugs and improve the stability of your phone.
  • Camera: improvements on camera app including bug fixes.



And Here is the Moto G6 Plus in Five Fun Colors

And Here is the Moto G6 Plus in Five Fun Colors
Alright, Here's the Moto G6 Plus in Silver, Gold, White, Blue and Cyan Color Options.

We're just a few days away from the launch of Moto G6 smartphones and the leaks continue to pour in. After pretty much revealing the design from earlier leaked renders, we now have more from Android Headlines. The new renders confirms the design and color options of the Moto G6 Plus.

In terms of specifications, the Moto G6 will feature a Snapdragon 450 CPU, while the Moto G6 Plus will be powered with Snapdragon 630 SoC. The G6 and G6 Plus features a 5.7" and 5.93" FHD+ Display, while the G6 Play gets a HD Display with an Unknown Screen Size. The Moto G6's battery weighs in at 3000mAh which is a bit disappointing, but you get 3250mAh with the G6 Plus, and 4000mAh with the G6 Play.

Moto G6 will be available in black, a silver tone, and a rose gold color options, while the Moto G6 Plus wll ship in Silver, Gold, White, Blue and Cyan. The G6 Play will get dark charcoal, gold, and deep blue colors. The Moto G6 Plus and Moto G6 will be available in $330 and $240 later this year.

Motorola and Lenovo are all set to reveal the Moto G6 family at the Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

Moto X4 Android One and Amazon Prime Picks Up February 2018 Security Patch

Moto X4 Android One and Amazon Prime Picks Up February 2018 Security Patch
The Moto X4 on Android One and Amazon Prime are now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto X4 Android One or Amazon Prime Edition you should have received the over-the-air update notification for February 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for the Moto X4 brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements. The new build number is OPWS27.1.2 for both Android One and Amazon Prime.

Note that the Moto X4 still runs on Android 8.0 Oreo. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.1, which is already available for the Pixel and Nexus Smartphones.

Also Read: Android 8.0 on Moto X4: Moto Launcher gets Dark Theme Option

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device.

Screenshots Reddit (u/xyashirox) and (David Zera) | Android One (Left), Amazon Prime (Right)

Moto X4 Android One and Amazon Prime Picks Up February 2018 Security Patch Moto X4 Android One and Amazon Prime Picks Up February 2018 Security Patch

Moto G6 Play visits Geekbench, Confirms Specifications

Moto G6 Play visits Geekbench, Confirms Specifications
We've been hearing rumours for some time that Motorola will launch a Play variant along with the Moto G6 family. The device has already been through some certification for its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth components. Now, according to Geekbench, it seems that we've confirmed specification of the Moto G6 Play.

The Moto G6 Play would feature a Snapdragon 430 chipset, which is quite old. Motorola could have used the Snapdragon 450, which is better than the SD430. Additionally, the device would come with Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

According to earlier leaks, G6 Play would get a HD Display with an Unknown Screen Size. It has a giant 4000mAh with fast charging. The device will ship with dark charcoal, gold, and deep blue colors.

Motorola and Lenovo are all set to reveal the Moto G6 family at the Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

Geekbench | Image: Concept Creator

Moto G4 Play Picks Up January 2018 Security Patch

The last time we updated you on the status of Moto G4 Play updates, we told you that Motorola is rolling out Android 7.1.1 Nougat, and now the company is sending another update to the device that introduces the January 2018 security patch.

If you own a Moto G4 Play in Brazil you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPIS26.48-36-2), though there is a mention of "KRACK" Fix. It’s a WiFi vulnerability that breaks WPA2 by forcing nonce reuse.

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

January 2018 Security Update is now live for the Moto G5 Plus

January 2018 Security Update is now live for the Moto G5 Plus
The last time we updated you on the status of the Moto G5 Plus January Security Update, we told you that it is rolling out to the users in Brazil and now Motorola is finally pushing it to Indian users.

If you own a Moto G5 Plus in India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPNS25.137-92-4), though there is a mention of "KRACK" Fix. It’s a WiFi vulnerability that breaks WPA2 by forcing nonce reuse.

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.
January 2018 Security Update is now live for the Moto G5 Plus

Cheers Harshith

This Moto G6 Play Concept is Neat

This Moto G6 Play Concept is Neat
After seeing last month's Moto G6 leak that potentially revealed the design of Motorola's new Moto G lineup for 2018, the concept makers have been busy getting their takes ready. Youtuber Concept Creator has come up with an exciting new concept of the budget Moto G6 Play.

The phone’s fingerprint scanner is placed on the back, just like the Moto M. It has a single camera setup at the rear. If you take a closer look at the phone’s front, you’ll also notice that it has tiny top and chin bezel, which makes device beautiful.



Motorola and Lenovo are expected to reveal the Moto G6 family at the Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

In terms of specifications, the Moto G6 will feature a Snapdragon 450 CPU, while the Moto G6 Plus will be powered with Snapdragon 630 SoC. The G6 and G6 Plus features a 5.7" and 5.93" FHD+ Display, while the G6 Play gets a HD Display with an Unknown Screen Size. The Moto G6's battery weighs in at 3000mAh which is a bit disappointing, but you get 3200mAh with the G6 Plus, and 4000mAh with the G6 Play (Seriously?).

Moto G6 will be available in black, a silver tone, and a rose gold color options, while the Moto G6 Plus wll ship in Deep Indigo (black), Nimbus (silver), and Dark Lake (dark teal). The G6 Play will get dark charcoal, gold, and deep blue colors. The Moto G6 Plus and Moto G6 will be available in $330 and $240 later this year.

Moto G5s Plus is Getting New Update, No It's not Oreo!

Moto G5s Plus has picked up a new software update that introduces the January 2018 security patch.

If you own a Moto G5s Plus in India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPSS26.116-64-2), though there is a mention of "KRACK" Fix. It’s a WiFi vulnerability that breaks WPA2 by forcing nonce reuse. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.0, which is already available for a few Motorola Smartphones.

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Android 8.0 on Moto X4: Moto Launcher gets Dark Theme Option

Here are the Full Moto X4 and Z2 Force Oreo Update Release Notes
Motorola's Moto X4 and Moto Z2 Force are two of their best phones of 2017. Recently Motorola started pushing Android 8.0 Oreo update to both of them. The update has already started rolling out in India, Brazil, US, and other countries. The update is a big one, though, and there are tons of new features.

Because this is Oreo and also Motorola's lightly touched version of Android, it appears that we’re getting the full Android 8.0 experience here. From Picture-in-Picture Mode, to Notificiation Dots from Google Pixel, there is a lot to take in. Additionally, Motorola has added several new features and enhacement from their side.

Recently a Moto X4 user on Reddit (u/wkrick) found that the new Moto Launcher now has a "Dark Theme" option which can be enabled from the Launcher settings. The Dark Theme mode on Moto Launcher basically turns the white background to dark.

As you can see in the below Image, after enabling the Dark Theme, folder background and app drawer turns dark. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

This might be Motorola’s new Moto E5 Play

Evan Blass just published what could be the first image of the Moto E5 Play. Motorola's Moto E line has been one of its most successful lines of low-end phones ever, so it makes sense that Lenovo and Motorola would want to follow-up last year's Moto E4 and Moto E4 Plus with a Moto E5.

As per reports, the Moto E5 Play will be available via Verizon Wireless. Pre-paid carrier Cricket Wireless will also offer the same handset under the Moto E5 Cruise name. Assuming that the leaked render is the final design, the Moto E5 Play looks like Moto C from the rear and Moto E4 Plus from the front.


The fingerprint sensor is most likely moved to the rear with batwing logo thanks to brand new Motorola branding.
This might be Motorola’s next Moto E5 Play
The recent leaks says that the Moto E5 would feature a Snapdragon 430 CPU. There's no information regarding the Price, or Specifications of the Moto E5 Play. We got the Moto E4 and E4 Plus last year around July, but Motorola probably needs to release something to get sales back on track. Thoughts?

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January 2018 Security Update is now live for the Moto G4 Plus

Moto G4 Plus has picked up a new software update that introduces the January 2018 security patch.

If you own a Moto G4 Plus in the Brazil or India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPIS26.48-36-2), though there is a mention of "KRACK" Fix. It’s a WiFi vulnerability that breaks WPA2 by forcing nonce reuse.

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

Related: Motorola Moto Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.