Android 7.1.1 Nougat Unofficially Ported to the Samsung Galaxy J5 2015

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 26, 2017       

We all know that Samsung won't officially update the Galaxy J5 2015 to Android Nougat. However, those who would like to have Android 7.1.1 unofficially on their Samsung Galaxy J5 2015 are in luck, though, as the Galaxy J5 2016 firmware has been successfully ported to the J5 2015.

The Galaxy J5 2016 and Galaxy J5 2015 shares similar CPU and GPU. The Android 7.1.1 Nougat Samsung Experience Port has been released by XDA developer "shivasharma63420". Aside from bringing over Android 7.1.1 to the Galaxy J5 2015, it also brings in pretty much all new apps and features.

Since it's an unofficial attempt, you'll need to Install Custom Recovery in order to Install Android 7.1.1 Nougat Port on your Samsung Galaxy J5 2015.

The developer notes that the Android 7.1.1 Nougat Port works with SM-J500F, SM-J500FN, SM-J500H, and SM-J500M.

How to Download and Install Android 7.1.1 Nougat Samsung Experience on Galaxy J5 2015:

1. You need to have Stock Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. 
2. Install Recovery with support Aroma (eg. Zonik's).
3. Download the ROM (Fixes, etc.) & copy it to your SD Card. 
4. Enter in Recovery & make 5 wipes (Recommended Full Wipes). 
5. After follow the instructions of the Aroma Installer. 
6. Select Apps, Mods, etc. 
7. Go to recovery & clear dalvik cache & cache 5 to 6 times & then finally Reboot.
8. Wait 5 to 10 minutes (First start of installation, long delay). 
9. Configure & enjoy the ROM.

Downloads

Aroma Support Recovery: XDA

Android 7.1.1 Nougat Port: XDA

Complete list of Motorola devices getting Android Security Patches [US Only]

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 26, 2017       

Motorola has updated its Software Support page with the list of devices getting upcoming Security patches. However, you'll need to select a particular product and it's carrier in order to see whether your device is eligible or not.

We've compiled the list of eligible Motorola devices [US Only] getting Android Security Updates:-

• Moto E Series
• Moto E4
• Moto E4 Plus
• Moto G Series
• Moto G4
• Moto G4 Plus
• Moto G4 Play
• Moto G5
• Moto G5 Plus
• Moto G5s Plus
•  Moto X Series
• Moto X Pure
• Moto X4
• Moto Z Series
• Moto Z Play
• Moto Z
• Moto Z2 Play
• Moto Z2 Force

Check if your Motorola Smartphone is eligible for latest Security Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 26, 2017       

If you own a Motorola Smartphone, you can now check whether your device will continue receiving the latest Security Updates. Motorola has updated it's software support page with the list of its devices that will officially get upcoming Security Patches 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.

It would be better if Motorola provides actual EOL dates on it's support page. Anyway, we now know specifically which Motorola device is eligible for security updates.

Complete list of Motorola devices getting Android Security Patches [US Only]

Hey everyone.

Many of you know that it's our policy to provide information about what updates an owner can expect, but no delivery dates. We've learned from experience that missing a date (or actually hitting one exactly, believe it or not) opens us up to far more criticism than if we simply don't provide an update in the first place.

In the US, our Software Upgrade News Page will show if a phone is continuing to get security updates, and this phone is certainly still getting them. (Not sure what the schedule is for providing this information on the Software Upgrade News Pages in other regions and countries.)

So, at the risk of something showing up during testing, or some other roadblock, I will say that we expect a security update in December. The update includes the Blueborne patches available when we began development. (Just covering here, in case a new batch of patches is issued. It's happened.)

I'd also like to reinforce some of the messages posted by other owners; namely that there are no actual known Blueborne attacks. I'd just wish for your own peace of mind that you don't worry too much as it doesn't appear as if a threat is imminent.

Not sure the above information will satisfy but wanted to at least give some guidance. (Hope I don't regret it!)

- Matt //Lenovo Forum

Motorola Software Support Page

Official Android 8.0 Oreo beta available for OnePlus 5

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 25, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started.

Chinese smartphone firm, OnePlus has released the first OxygenOS Beta based on Android 8.0 Oreo for the OnePlus 5.

With Android 8.0 Oreo Beta on OnePlus 5, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Smart text selection, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis. OnePlus has also added Critical October Security Patch.

Note that most major aspects of the phone are working as expected but still there are few bugs. OnePlus plans to optimize performance and compatibility of 3rd party apps in the next update.

OnePlus has already updated the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T to Android Oreo. You can download the OxygenOS beta based on Android Oreo for the OnePlus 5T from the below link.

Android Oreo Beta: OnePlus 5

List of Samsung Galaxy Phones Getting Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 25, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started.

We all know that Samsung has already started testing Android 8.0 Oreo on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus through Beta. Other Samsung Galaxy Phones will obviously get Android Oreo, but the question is which Samsung Smartphones will get it?

Trusted Samsung tipster ICE Universe has released the list of Samsung Galaxy 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.

List of Samsung Galaxy Smartphones that may get Official Android Oreo 8.0 Update-

• Samsung Galaxy S Series
• Galaxy S8 | Galaxy S8+ (Beta)
• Galaxy S7 | Galaxy S7 edge
• Galaxy S6 | Galaxy S6 edge
• Galaxy S6 edge+
• Samsung Galaxy Note Series
• Galaxy Note 8
• Galaxy Note 7 (FE)
• Galaxy Note 5
• Samsung Galaxy A Series
• Galaxy A7 (17)
• Galaxy A5 (17)
• Galaxy A3 (17)
• Galaxy A9 Pro (16)
• Galaxy A8 (16)
• Samsung Galaxy On Series
• Galaxy On Max
• Samsung Galaxy Tab Series
• Galaxy Tab S3
• Galaxy Tab S2
• Galaxy Tab A (17)
• Galaxy Tab A (16)
• Galaxy Tab active 2
• Samsung Galaxy J Series
• Galaxy J7 (2016)
• Galaxy J7 Pro
• Galaxy J5 Pro
• Galaxy J7+
• Galaxy J7 Max
• Galaxy J7 Prime
• Galaxy J7 Code
• Samsung Galaxy C Series
• Galaxy C9 Pro
• Galaxy C7 Pro
• Galaxy C5 Pro
• Galaxy C7

So above are the devices likely to get Android Oreo, We all know that last year Samsung officially announced the list of Galaxy devices getting Android Nougat and as promised Samsung has update almost all the devices to the latest Android 7.0/7.1.1 Nougat Operating System.

Note that above is the unconfirmed and unofficial list of devices that may possibly get Android O. We will let you know once Samsung announces the official list.

Thoughts?

Nokia begins rolling out Android Oreo to Nokia 8

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 24, 2017       

After approximately one month of testing, Nokia has started rolling out an official version of Android Oreo to the Nokia 8.

If you own a Nokia 8 you should have received the over-the-air update notification for Android 8.0 Oreo. The Android 8.0 Oreo for the Nokia 8 weighs in at around 1518MB and comes with build number V4.35J.

Apart from Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies which includes new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification dots, Nokia has also added November 2017 Security Patch.

Nokia'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.

Image: Juho Sarvikas‏

How To Download and Install Stock Android Nougat Firmware on Moto X Pure

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 24, 2017       

Moto X Pure Edition recently got Android 7.0 Nougat update. In case you haven't revived the update or you are running any Custom Firmware, you can now Install the official Android 7.0 Nougat Firmware. Today, I'll guide you how you can Download and Install the latest Android 7.0 Nougat Stock Firmware on Moto X Pure.

Benefits of Flashing Stock Firmware:

• You can revert back to old Android version.
• In case if you bricked your device, then you can bring it back (Unbrick) by flashing the Stock Firmware.
• You can upgrade or downgrade your device's Android OS anytime.

The below Guide will work on Moto X Pure (CLARK).

Before Proceeding, Note -

• Don't flash other variant firmware
• It will wipe all your data 
• It will Bring your Phone to Stock new condition .
• Firmware is only for Moto X Pure (Moto X Pure)

How to Install Stock Nougat Firmware on Moto X Pure-

Step 1. First Download the Drivers, Fastboot and Moto X Pure firmware images from below.

Step 2. Install the drivers. Extract the firmware into the Fastboot folder.

Step 3. Boot the Moto X Pure into Fastboot mode by pressing both the volume buttons and power button at the same time.

Step 4. Connect your Moto X Pure to your Desktop via Original USB cable.

Step 5. Open cmd in Fastboot folder (By pressing shift key and right mouse click.)

Step 6. Paste this command-

fastboot flash partition gpt.bin
fastboot flash bootloader bootloader.img
fastboot flash logo logo.bin
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.0
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.1
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.2
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.3
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.4
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.5
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.6
fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.7
fastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin
fastboot erase modemst1
fastboot erase modemst2
fastboot flash fsg fsg.mbn
fastboot erase cache
fastboot erase userdata
fastboot reboot

Downloads -

Moto X Pure Firmware - Download Here

Motorola Drivers - Download Here

Minimal ADB and Fastboot - Download Here

Source and Credits: Reddit u/herbertportillo

Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge may get Official Android 8.0 Oreo update

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 24, 2017       

Samsung has already started Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus users. We all know that Samsung will update the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge to Android 8.0 Oreo in future, but what about Samsung Galaxy S6 Family?

Well, according to the latest information Samsung is planning to update their OLD Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge to Android 8.0 Oreo. There's no information regarding the release date or beta program of Android Oreo for the Galaxy S6 Family.

The news came from a redditor who talked to four Samsung executives confirming that the Galaxy S6 will be receiving Official Android 8.0 Oreo Update. "I talked to four Samsung chat reps about whether the S6 will be receiving Oreo. They all said it will, and one of them even told me he talked to his supervisor."

The Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge were launched back in 2015 with Android 5.0 Lollipop and are upgradable to Android 7.0 Nougat as of now.

//Reddit

OnePlus 5 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta 2 Brings Face Unlock [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 24, 2017       

OnePlus is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the OnePlus 5, but it seems that a user already got access to the latest Internal Android 8.0 Oreo Beta 2 Update for the OnePlus 5.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has add several new features to the Oxygen OS.

The user reports that there's a new redesigned notification panel, Face Unlock feature from the OnePlus 5T, PIP Mode, New Camera and Gallery interface, and other features.

Android 8.0 Oreo is already official for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. Recently OnePlus's Co-founder Carl Pei on his twitter handle announced that the OnePlus 5 will be soon getting Android Oreo Beta and this is an indication that OnePlus is all set to roll out public beta to the OnePlus 5 users. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for OnePlus 5.

Source: Kevin Handog Tresuelo

Finally, an iPhone X that runs Android

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 23, 2017       

Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Little Pepper is back with a new phone clone. The Little Pepper S11 shares a design similar to that of the iPhone X. We are not surprised to see the iPhone X notch, vertically arranged dual rear cameras, and glass looking glossy plastic.

However, the device do comes with a fingerprint sensor/home button below the screen. Also the top-notch is placed on the upper bezel, not on the display. The Little Pepper S11 comes with a regular 16:9 screen-to-body ratio.

The Little Pepper S11 runs Android Nougat with YunOS Skin on the top. There's no information regarding the Specifications, Release date, and features of the Little Pepper S11.

Little Pepper is well known for copying popular designs. One of its creation Little Pepper V9 shares exactly similar design to that of the Xiaomi Mi 6. The Company usually implements Mediatek processor to keep the cost low.



Thoughts?

Motorola rolls out October Security patch for Moto G5s Plus

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 23, 2017       

The Moto G5s Plus is now getting the latest October Security patch with Stability Improvement and Bug fixes.

If you own a Moto G5s Plus in India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for October Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical severity vulnerability in media framework that could enable a remote attacker using a specially crafted file to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process.

The October Android security update for the Moto G5s Plus comes with build no. NPSS26.116-26-4. 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. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

OnePlus 5T gets its first OS update, OxygenOS pushed to v4.7.2

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 22, 2017       

Less than a week after it went official, the OnePlus 5T has started getting its first update. Arriving as OxygenOS v4.7.2, the new firmware brings a Krack vulnerability fixes and optimizations.

It's worth noting that OnePlus 5T originally came with Oxygen OS v4.7.0 (based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat).

The Software update includes Optimizations for fingerprint unlock and face unlock, Improved accuracy for screen off gestures and EIS during 4K video recording, Wi-Fi WPA2 security patch (Krack vulnerability patch), General stability improvements and other bug fixes.

The update is slowly rolling out in all the countries, but it will take some time to reach your smartphone. Also, you will receive the update only if you're using Stock Un-modified firmware.

Motorola Begins Android Oreo Soak Test for the Moto Z

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 22, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started. Motorola has already updated it's software support page with the list of its devices that will officially get the update.

Reports out from AndroidPIT Brazil suggests that Motorola is now sending out Android Oreo Soak Test invitations to the Moto Z and Moto Z2 Force users enrolled for Motorola Feedback Network.

The reports further suggests that first Android 8.0 Oreo Beta may hit Moto Z and Moto Z2 Force users within 48 hours.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update.

The Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Smartphones may bring new Moto Key application that let's you securely save passwords, Moto Alexa, and new Moto Live Stream.

//AndroidPit

Yes, the OnePlus 3 and 3T will get Official Android 8.1 Update

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 21, 2017       

Yes, the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T will get the latest Android 8.1 Oreo update officially!!!

Today, OnePlus during OnePlus 5T A.M.A (Ask Me Anything) session on OnePlus forums announced that the OnePlus 3 and 3T would get Google's latest Android 8.1 Oreo update.

When asked by a OnePlus user Abhishek Sukumar about Android 8.1 Oreo for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T, OnePlus Staff Member Adam Krisko replied "Yes, later."

Google recently announced Android 8.1 Oreo Developer Preview for the Google Pixel and Nexus Smartphones. The Android 8.1 Oreo new feature includes Black and White Themes According to Wallpapers, new Power Menu, Settings, Oreo Easter Egg, and more.

Recently OnePlus started rolling out official Android 8.0.0 Oreo update with OxygenOS 5.0 to the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. Get ready OnePlus 3 and 3T users, Android 8.1 Oreo is around the corner.

OnePlus Forums

Moto Z Play Droid gets November Security Patch with AppFlash

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 21, 2017       

Moto Z Play Droid is now getting latest November Security Patch with Verizon's AppFlash. Wondering what's AppFlash? Well the developers behind Evie Launcher "Evie" partnered with Verizon to make AppFlash, a home screen for App recommendations, Advertisements, and Discover tab just like Google Now Feeds.

If you own a Moto Z Play Droid you should have received the over-the-air update notification for November Android security update. The new build number is NDNS26.118-23-12-3.

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.

Via: Reddit

Google Pixel 2: Fix For Buzzing Sound During Phone Call Coming Soon

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 20, 2017       

Google had a promising start to their new smartphones, Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL impressing everyone right from day one. However, it was from software side where several users of both the phones complained to have issues.

That said, here comes another issue. From the last week or more than, most of Pixel 2 XL users are complaining about an issue which causes faint clicking/buzzing noise during phone calls.

However, turning off the NFC temporarily fixes the problem, but that's annoying.

Finally, a Googler posted in the product forum that the Buzzing Sound fix would be rolling out to the affected Pixel 2/ Pixel 2 XL users in the coming weeks.

We're rolling out a software update in the coming weeks which eliminates a faint buzzing sound on some Pixel 2 devices when the phone is placed to your ear during a phone call.

Google

Android Oreo coming soon to Nokia 6

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 20, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started. Nokia recently announced Android 8.0 Oreo beta for the Nokia 8 and promised the same for other Nokia Smartphones in the future.

Chief Product Officer, HMD Global Juho Sarvikas recently announced that the company will provide Android Beta preview for the Nokia 6 pretty soon. Juho Sarvikas said that Android Oreo for the Nokia 6 is around the corner.

But, what about the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 7? Well, a few weeks back HMD's Chief Product Office on his twitter handle announced that the Nokia 3 , Nokia 5 and Nokia 6 will be soon getting Android Oreo Beta. The recently announced Nokia 7 will be added to the list pretty soon.

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.

Source: Juho Sarvikas | Image: Cnet

Neon Green Hammerhead USB-C Earphones from Razer looks Pretty Hot

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 20, 2017       

Most of the 2017 Flagship Smartphones including the latest Razer Phone has no 3.5mm headphone jack, that means you'll have to use the USB-C-to-3.5mm adapter or get some USB-C headphones to listen music.

Today, Razer announced Cool Neon Green Hammerhead USB-C Earphones. They’re made to match the Razer Phone, but you can easily plug them into any other device that has a USB-C jack.

The whole package costs $79.9 and includes USB-C Connector, Custom-tuned DAC for clean, unprocessed audio, Flat cables for tangle-free storage, Bi-flange ear tips in 3 sizes In-line microphone and volume control, and Custom carry case.

Buy Here

This is what Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S9 may look like

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 20, 2017       

In 2017 we saw some incredible decisions taken by some of the reputed companies over the globe. One such decision that stands out from every other is that Samsung releasing gorgeous Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus with infinity display.

And, they succeeded in doing that. The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus is widely regarded as the best smartphone of 2017 and one of the best camera smartphone. However, both the Galaxy S8 were criticized for their poor fingerprint sensor placement and rear design language.

Now, Samsungmobile.News has come up with an exciting new renders based on actual leaks of Samsung's next flagship. The phone’s fingerprint scanner is placed on the back, just like current Galaxy S8.  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.

According to reputed tipster @MMDDJ_, the Samsung Galaxy S9 will feature a single camera while the Galaxy S9 Plus will come with dual camera setup. Samsung may ditch the headphone jack with both the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.

Credits: Samsung News

Get OnePlus 5T's FACE UNLOCK Feature on Any Android Smartphone

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 19, 2017       

The recently announced OnePlus 5T comes with bunch of new features and upgrades over the previous OnePlus 5. The main attraction of this device is it's Edge-to-Edge Screen and FACE UNLOCK feature. OnePlus claims that the face unlocking on the OnePlus 5T can be used to unlock the phone in 0.4 seconds. But, unlike Apple's Face ID, the system can't be used directly for payments via the Play Store.

Well, the OnePlus 5T Face Unlock is nothing but an advance and active Trusted Face Android feature which was introduced back with Android 5.0 Lollipop. It's available on all the Android devices and you can enable it by following the below steps.

Get OnePlus 5T's FACE UNLOCK Feature on Any Android Smartphone

• First off, Open Settings - Security and Locations -  Smart Lock. You'll be required to confirm your PIN/Pattern to continue.

• In the Smart Lock settings, tap on "Trusted Face" (Set up facial recognition). 

• Tap on "Set up". For best results find a spot indoors that's not too bright or too dim. Also hold the phone at eye level. 

• Select next and register your Face. 

• To use the Face Unlock feature, simply hold your device to your face level. After a successful recognition the bottom icon on the screen will change from "face" to "unlocked". Enjoy!

About the OnePlus 5T

With the OnePlus 5T, you get a 6.01-inch FHD Optic AMOLED 18:9 display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP + 20MP with f/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.