[Updated - 22/08/18] Motorola Seems to be Gearing Up for a Wave of August 2018 Security Patch, Here are the Release Notes

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 22, 2018       

Motorola seems to be gearing up to unleash a wave of August 2018 Security Patches onto its Moto devices. We are now seeing August 2018 Security Patch release notes for the Moto E5 series, Moto G5, Moto G5s Plus, Moto G5s, Moto Z2 Play, Moto G6 Play, and Moto X4. We have yet too find info for the Moto G4 series, though it seems they have reached their EOL, atleast for the Security Patches.

Below, we have the Full list of Motorola Moto Smartphones along with their August 2018 Security Patch Official link.

[NEW] Moto Z Play Droid - August 2018 Release Notes

[NEW] Moto Z Play - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto G6 Play - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto X4 - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto E5 Play - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto E5 Plus - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto Z2 Play - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto G5 Plus - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto G5s Plus - August 2018 Release Notes

Moto G5s - August 2018 Release Notes

August 2018 Security Patch for other Motorola devices?

We haven't seen any sign of the August Patch for any other Motorola device apart from the one mentioned above.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding August 2018 update for Moto devices. Kindly let us know if we missed anything! Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

You can now opt-in to OnePlus 6’ OxygenOS Closed Beta Program

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 20, 2018       

OnePlus has just started Closed Beta program for its newest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 6. You can opt-in right now and if selected, can get an early access to all the latest Software. 

At this point, OnePlus is handeling three builds, Official OxygenOS, Open Beta, and Closed Beta for the OnePlus 6.

Official Builds are just normal OTAs for all the users, Open Beta are for users who want try and test the latest builds, available for public. Closed Beta users receive builds and features weeks or even months before they are released to the public as Open Beta or as Official OTAs.

Users needs to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) with OnePlus to be part of this program. As of today, OnePlus will accept 100 people into this Closed Beta Program, and those chosen will be contacted if they are accepted in the program.

OnePlus 6 owners can Apply for Closed Beta Right Here!!!

/OnePlus

OnePlus 6 Gets Android 9.0 Pie Beta This Week

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 20, 2018       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started. OnePlus has already confirmed the list of its devices that will officially get the update and this list includes the devices that have been released by the company in the recent times as well as it also includes some devices that have been a little older.

Also Read: Official Android Pie is coming to the OnePlus 3 and 3T

Just a few days back, OnePlus 6 received Android Pie beta based on HydrogenOS in China. Now, OnePlus plans to update the Global OnePlus 6 to Android Pie Open Beta starting this week.

During OnePlus's weekly talks #244, the Staff Member announced that they'll start rolling out the first Android Pie based Open Beta starting this week.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

Once Available (Open Beta based on Android Pie for OnePlus 6), you'll need to do is flash the Pie Beta firmware on your OnePlus 6. Once you migrate to the Beta path, you will continue to receive Open Beta OTAs. You will NO LONGER receive the regular Official Stable OTAs.

We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

/OnePlus Forum

Android Pie (LineageOS 16) is Ready for Moto G 2015 (Moto G 3rd Gen)

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 19, 2018       

Moto G 3rd Generation and Moto G Turbo Edition users are in for some great news as the industrious community of Android custom ROM developers have released the Android 9.0 Pie LineageOS 16 for the ageing handset. The ROM is now available for testing, thanks to XDA senior member Althafvly who has uploaded the ROM and build installation instructions.

Although this custom ROM is made available to the public, it is still under testing by the developers since Android 9.0 Pie is fresh off the Google labs.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 16 ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie on Moto G 2015 (Osprey). You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Note: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. TechDroider cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.

Also Read: Motorola Moto Phones Android 9.0 Pie Update Info

How to Install Android 9.0 Pie LineageOS 16 ROM on Moto G3:

Step 1: Download LineageOS 16 Android 9.0 Pie custom ROM on to your Smartphone.

Step 2: Boot to TWRP Mode.

Step 3: Once entering the TWRP settings menu, clear phone's memory (full) by selecting 'Wipe' option. Once done, select 'Swipe to Factory Reset' perform factory reset.

Step 4: Return to TWRP settings and tap 'Install' by the selecting .Zip file in the phone's memory.

Step 5: Come back to TWRP menu setting to approve the installation by tapping 'Swipe to Confirm Flash'

Step 6: Flashing of the custom ROM begins and after few minutes, a message 'Successful' appears on the screen, thus completing installation.

Download - LineageOS 16 Moto G3 2015

Moto G5s Plus and Moto G5 Plus users on Android 8.1 Oreo Soak test are now getting another Software update with August Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 18, 2018       

Early June, Motorola started rolling out Soak test of Android 8.1 Oreo for the Moto G5s Plus and Moto G5 Plus with June 1, 2018 Android security patch, Stability improvements and other interesting features along with Android 8.1 Oreo goodies.

Now, Motorola is rolling out another update for both the Moto G5s Plus and Moto G5 Plus users running Android 8.1 Oreo Soak test. This latest software update features build no. of OPS28.65-29 for the G5s Plus and  OPS28.85-10 for the Moto G5 Plus. Note that this is the 4th Soak test Oreo 8.1 Update, the G5s Plus is getting and 3rd for the G5 Plus.

The update brings Stability Improvements, Bug Fixes, August 2018 Security Patch, and enhancements.

The company is most likely to start Android 8.1 Oreo official rollout for the Moto G5s Plus by the end of this month or early September. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Xiaomi Mi A1 receives Android 9.0 Pie via AOSP ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 15, 2018       

How to Download and Install Android 9.0 Pie on Xiaomi Mi A1 (Tissot) | Unofficial AOSP Android Pie Custom ROM for Mi A1

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started. Additionally, Android Pie is already available for Google Pixel and Pixel 2 devices.

Xiaomi has already confirmed that the Mi A1 will receive two years of Major Android Software and that includes the latest Android Pie. There's no informtaion on when Xiaomi is actually going to roll out this update, it may take a few months, as Android 9.0 Pie just came out. But if you want to taste Android Pie right now, you can do it via AOSP ROM. Developer "abhishek987" has successfully ported Android 9.0 Pie for the Mi A1. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Custom ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie on Mi A1. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Download Mi A1 Android Pie AOSP

Direct Download: AOSP ROM (Via XDA)

Work on LineageOS 16 (Android 9.0 Pie) has started

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2018       

The Lineage team has already started work on LineageOS 16 (Android 9.0 Pie) although we’re yet to see a working ROM out in the wild for users to try out.

The team posted on Github the Initial manifest files for LineageOS 16 based on Android Pie, although that doesn't mean a LineageOS 16 release date is available.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

That said, we'll keep you updated with every news of the LineageOS 16. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

//Github

Motorola Moto Phones Android 9.x Pie Update Info

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2018       

It seems that Motorola has already started working on Android 9.0 Pie for eligible Moto devices and today we want to take a look at everything we know about the Moto devices Android 9.0 Pie update and its release as we push deeper into the year.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

Official Android 9.0 Pie Release Note

"Android™ 9.0 Pie is fully released, and we will begin working on the new code for our devices - as always, we know upgrades are about getting it right and making sure the phone performance remains the best it can be.

We'll share upgrade plans for our products and more specific timing later, and will keep everyone posted on our software upgrade page." - Motorola

Also Read: List of Motorola Moto Devices that are likely to get Android 9.0 Pie

Moto Z3 Play Android 9.0 Pie Update

Back in June, we spotted Motorola beta testing Android 9.0 P Developer Preview 3 for the Moto Z3 Play in China. Well, that's all.. 

Moto Z3 Play Gets Android 9.0 P Closed Beta [Screenshots]

Android 9.0 Pie for other Motorola devices?

We haven't seen any sign of the Android 9.0 Pie update for any other Motorola device apart from the one mentioned above.

The Moto devices likely to get Android 9.0 Pie includes Moto Z3, Moto Z3 Play, Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6, Moto G6 Play, Moto Z2 Force, Moto Z2 Play, and Moto X4.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding Android 8.0 Oreo for Moto devices. Kindly let us know if we missed anything! Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

New Nokia Smartphones announced for India, Pricing is too high for the Specs they offer

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 11, 2018       

HMD Global yesterday announced the Nokia 2.1, 3GB RAM model of Nokia 3.1 and the Nokia 5.1 for Indian markets. The devices will be available starting August 12th via Paytm Mall, Nokia's website, and Offline retail stores.

The Nokia 2.1 is priced at ₹6,999, Nokia 3.1 (2GB) at ₹10,499, (3GB) at ₹11,999, and Nokia 5.1 at ₹14,499. It seems that Nokia love adding ₹1000 - ₹2000 to their retail prices year-over-year. 

Last year, the Nokia 3 was launched with a price of ₹9,499 for the base variant, while the Nokia 5 was ₹12,899. Such a price increase, with these specifications.

Nokia 3.1 has a 5.2-inch HD+ Display, MediaTek 6750 CPU with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, 2990mAh Battery. Nokia 5.1 (₹14,499) is powered by Helio P18, not even Helio P60 which can be found in Realme 1 (₹ 10,990 - 4/64GB), 16MP Single Rear Camera, 8MP front shooter, 2970mah Battery... uh

The Pricing seems too high for the Specs they offer. I personally would choose Motorola Moto G6, or Redmi Note 5 Pro over Nokia 5.1 for that price.

Pixel 3 XL Leaks Again, Shows Android 9.0 Pie Upcoming Feature!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2018       

It's raining Pixel 3 XL leaks nowadays. Yesterday, we saw real life Unboxing video of the device and now, same source from Ukrain has posted another video showing off the Pixel 3 XL and Android 9.0 Pie upcoming features.

The device do looks hot in the video. It is having a display cutout with front facing stereo speakers and dual cameras. The back looks similar to the Pixel 2 XL, also there's no dual cameras.

One thing worth noticing is the Pixel 3 XL Interface. It runs on the latest Android 9.0, we have swipe gesture, new Settings, Notification panel, and more. It looks like the Pixel 3 XL will be coming with the rumored "Always on Display Wallpaper" feature. Just like Samsung AOD themes, the Pixel 3 XL is also having some sort of AOD theme with Pink shade.

Just a few days back, XDA spotted Always On Display wallpaper code in the latest Android 9.0 Pie AOSP source. Looks like it's really coming..

As per earlier leaks, the Pixel 3 XL will feature 64GB Internal storage, Snapdragon 845 processor. There's a 6.7-inch display, 12.2MP rear camera, 8.1MP dual front camera setup, and 3430mAh battery. Thoughts?

Канал Лучкова | Ben Geskin

Google Nexus 5X finally receives Android 9.0 Pie via AOSP ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2018       

How to Download and Install Android 9.0 Pie on Nexus 5x (Bullhead) | Unofficial AOSP Android Pie Custom ROM for LG Nexus 5x
Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started. Additionally, Android Pie is already available for Google Pixel and Pixel 2 devices.

However, Older Nexus phones like the Nexus 5x and Nexus 6P will not get the official update. But you can still install Android Pie right now via AOSP ROM. Developer "argraur" has successfully ported Android 9.0 Pie for the Nexus 5x. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Custom ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie on Nexus 5x Bullhead. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Download Nexus 5X

Direct Download: AOSP ROM (Via XDA)

Android 9.0 Pie Gapps

[Download] Android 9.0 Pie Gapps (Gapps For SDK 28)

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2018       

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 9.0 Pie. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Pie source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Pie.

Most of the developers already got working Android 9.0 Pie (AOSP or Lineage OS 16) build on their devices. AOSP based ROMs don’t come with Google services pre-installed, so you'll need to download and install Android Pie based Gapps on your device otherwise, you won’t get Google Play Services on Oreo based ROMs.

For now only Micro Gapps package is available for ARM64 bit processor. Before downloading you'll need to find your device's CPU type. You can install CPU Z that gives you a readout about your device's hardware.

Download Android 9.0 Pie Gapps

Open Gapps (Micro) for ARM 64

How to Install Android 9.0 Pie Gapps

• Download Gapps from the above link
• Flash your Custom ROM (LineageOS 15 or AOSP)
• Install Gapps
• Reboot
• EZ?

Share your thoughts or queries in the below comment section!!

Forget Android Pie, SAMSUNG schedules Oreo rollout for 2019

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 09, 2018       

Android 9.0 Pie is already official and there we've the Samsung users who are still waiting for Android Oreo update for their Smartphones.

Google released Oreo almost an entire year ago, and most of the mid-range Samsung Smartphones including the Galaxy A9 Pro, Galaxy C7 Pro, Galaxy On7 (2018), and Galaxy J7 Max are still without it.

Samsung has now revealed Android Oreo roadmap for its mid-range phones. The announcement was spotted in a members application by Android Pure. The Notes clearly outlines the list of Samsung Galaxy phones along with the month it'll be getting Oreo.

• Galaxy J7 Neo: December 2018
• Galaxy Tab A (2017): January 2019
• Galaxy A9 Pro (2016): January 2019
• Galaxy C7 Pro: January 2019
• Galaxy C9 Pro: January 2019
• Galaxy J2 (2018): January 2019
• Galaxy On5 (2016): January 2019
• Galaxy On7 (2016): January 2019
• Galaxy On7 (2018): January 2019
• Galaxy J7 (2017): January 2019
• Galaxy J7 Max: February 2019
• Galaxy J7 (2016): March 2019

Company seems currently dedicating its time and resources towards launching new Smartphones.

That said, it's time for Samsung to release the most awaited Android Oreo update for these Smartphones before 2019. If delayed more the users will eventually choose another brand or will end up Installing a custom firmware to update their devices.

Source: AndroidPure

List of Nokia Smartphones getting Android 9.0 Pie

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 07, 2018       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started. 

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

HMD has already confirmed that all its Nokia branded Smartphones including the one launched in 2017 will be getting Android 9.0 Pie. So we've made the Full list of Nokia Devices getting Official Android 9.0 Pie this Fall.

List of Nokia Smartphones getting Official Android 9.0 Pie -

• Nokia 8 Sirroco
• Nokia 8
• Nokia 7 Plus
• Nokia 7
• Nokia 6X
• Nokia 6.1 Plus
• Nokia 6.1
• Nokia 6
• Nokia 5X
• Nokia 5.1 Plus
• Nokia 5.1
• Nokia 5
• Nokia 3.1
• Nokia 3
• Nokia 2
• Nokia 1

So above are the devices getting Android 9.0. Nokia is expected to roll this update starting August 2018. First Nokia device likely to get Official Android Pie will be the Nokia 7 Plus. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Thoughts?

List of Motorola Moto Devices that are likely to get Android 9.0 Pie

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 07, 2018       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started. 

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

Motorola Moto Phones will obviously get Android Pie, but the question is which Motorola Smartphones will get it? So, we have made an unofficial list of the Motorola devices which are likely to get Android 9.0 PIE.

List of Moto Smartphones that may get Official Android 9.0 Pie -

• Moto Z3
• Moto Z3 Play
• Moto G6 Plus
• Moto G6
• Moto G6 Play
• Moto Z2 Force 
• Moto Z2 Play 
• Moto X4

So above are the devices likely to get Android 9.0. Note that above is the unconfirmed and unofficial list of devices that may possibly get Android Pie. We will let you know once Motorola announces the official list. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Thoughts?

Android 9.0 Pie Goes Official!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 06, 2018       

Wait is Over, Android 9.0 Pie is now Official... Sweet

"The latest release of Android is here! And it comes with a heaping helping of artificial intelligence baked in to make your phone smarter, simpler and more tailored to you. Today we’re officially introducing Android 9 Pie."

This release has version PPR1.180610.009, PPR1.180610.011 for Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, PPR1.180610.009, PPR1.180610.010 for Pixel and Pixel XL.

You can also grab the new Android Pie images here and OTA files here.

Android 9.0 P is Ready for Pixel Smartphones according to Verizon

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 06, 2018       

According to Verizon's Software support page, Stable Android 9.0 P is ready for Google Pixel Smartphones with Software build PPR1.180610.009 and latest August 2018 Security Patch.

Verizon has also mentioned the changes and features you'll be getting along Android 9.0 P including new and simpler UX with gesture navigation, slices, and app actions.

"Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a new software update for your Google Pixel. Android 9.0 P improves your mobile experience with several new features and enhancements. This update also includes the latest Android security updates and bug fixes."

Slices

Slices are dynamic interactive templates that provide a rich UI experience when using Search and Assistant. For quick access to desired actions and apps, click on the Search bar and begin typing in the app name.

App Actions

App Actions help you get to your next task more quickly--playing your favorite Spotify playlist, for example--by predicting what you want to do next. App Actions are arranged throughout Android in places like the Launcher, Smart Text Selection, Play Store, Google Search and Google Assistant. With Android P, we're going beyond simply predicting the next app to predicting the next action you want to take. We call this feature App Actions.

Simple (UI/UX)

We're introducing a new system navigation. The design recognizes a trend towards smaller screen bezels—the borders between a screen and a phone's frame--and places an emphasis on gestures instead of hard to press buttons at the edge of the screen.

• Swipe up a single clean home button to see an updated Overview, where you can resume recently used apps in a more glanceable view
• Smart Text Selection works in Overview, so you can tap on some text and get an action to launch relevant apps
• You can quickly tap one of 5 predicted apps, or continue to swipe up to get to All Apps

So... Stable Android 9.0 P Drops today? 

Source: Verizon | Via: DroidLife

Moto G5s Plus Android 8.1 Oreo Kernel Source Code Released

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 01, 2018       

Motorola is due to update its Moto G5s Plus to Android 8.1 Oreo, which still seems to be in a testing phase, despite Motorola promising it would be rolling out soon.

Motorola has now released Android Oreo kernel source for the Moto G5s Plus "Sanders" to its Github. Usually the kernel source is published after the roll out of update, but not this time.

It's very useful for Developers to make a stable Custom Roms, by using these Kernel Sources. Developers can go ahead and Download the Source from Github.

With this release of Android Oreo kernel source for the Moto G5s Plus "Sanders", we assume that Official Android 8.1 Oreo for the Moto G5s+ might be around the corner.

Thanks Vivek

Android 9.0 P and Notches!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 31, 2018       

Android 9.0 P Final Build is due for August and today Google released guidelines on supporting phones with display cutouts on Android P.

Google says that there are currently 16 cutout devices from 11 OEMs, including several Android P beta devices, with more on the way. Basically, Google wants Developers and OEMs to provide great experience across devices with one or maximum two display cutouts.

Great news is, you'll be able to render your application content in the cutout area to provide a more immersive, edge-to-edge experience for users, especially for content like videos, photos, maps, and games.

//Google

Oreo Soak Test Rolling Out to the Moto G5

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 31, 2018       

Just a few hours back we reported that the Moto G5 Plus in Brazil and India is getting Android 8.1 Oreo Soak Test. And now, Motorola is sending out Android 8.1 Oreo Soak Test to the Standard Moto G5 too.

If you own a Moto G5 in the Brazil (Retbr) and have enrolled to Motorola Feedback Network, you should have recieved a notification for Android 8.1 Oreo Software Update with build number OPP28.85-3.

Android 8.1 Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android 8.0 Oreo, such as new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Setting. Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.1 Oreo update for the Moto G5 Plus also features the latest July 1st 2018 Security Patch, Stability improvements, and slide three fingers for screenshot Moto Action.

Assuming the test rolls out smoothly, those of us not in the test could see the update within a week or two. Once Motorola announces an official rollout of the update for all, we shall let you know. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

Also Read: Moto G5 Android 8.1 Oreo Release Notes

Moto G5 - Android 8.1 Oreo – Release notes


INTRODUCTION

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

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

NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

• Android™ 8.1 Oreo™ : many enhancements including new multitasking features, more efficient notification controls and improved data saver, battery features, new power menu UI and Bluetooth improvements.

• Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through June 1st 2018.

• Stability improvements: includes changes that fix bugs and improve the stability of your phone.