OnePlus One gets Experimental Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 03, 2017       

With the release of Android 8.0 Oreo, Google also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP.

We all know that most of the devices won't be getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo update, but with Android Oreo AOSP code base, developers will be able to develop custom ROMs for the Android devices based on Google's latest OS.

Well, if you are a OnePlus One owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Agent_fabulous" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo AOSP on the OnePlus One. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, sensors, etc.).

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus One Bacon. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Download:

AOSP 8.0 for OnePlus One: Download Here

Gapps: Download Here

That said, stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Redmi Note 4 gets LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo [New Build Update]

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 02, 2017       

New LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Build is now available for the Redmi Note 4. There are few improvements and bug fixes in this new build. The RIL (Network) now works, Bluetooth FC has now gone, no more factory reset before using the firmware.

You'll need to flash a fix Zip file after Installing the LineageOS 15 on the Redmi Note 4. Both the Links (Fix ZIP and LineageOS 15 ZIP) can be found at the end of this Article.

[Article: 31/08/2017]Android 8.0 Oreo (LineageOS 15) Custom Rom is now available for the Redmi Note 4 (Mido).

We all know that most of the devices won't be getting Android 8.0 Oreo Officially. However, with the Android Oreo AOSP code base, developers will be able to develop custom ROMs for the Android devices based on Google's latest OS.

Well, if you are a Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Few XDA developers has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo (LineageOS 15) on the Redmi Note 4. Note that most major aspects of the phone are not working (such as the Baseband, Bluetooth etc.). 

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Redmi Note 4 Mido.

That said, stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Installation: How to Install Lineage OS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo) on Redmi Note 4

Download Links:

[New Update: 2nd September, 2017]

LineageOS 15- Download Here

Fix ZIP- Download Here

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LineageOS 15- Download the New Build from above

Galaxy J7 Plus: Samsung's first mid-range smartphone with Dual Camera System

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 02, 2017       

Samsung officially announced the Galaxy J7 Plus during an event in Thailand. The J7+ is Samsung's first mid-range smartphone and second after the Note 8 to feature dual-rear Camera.

With the J7+ you get a f/1.7 13 megapixel color sensor paired with a f/1.9 5 megapixel monochrome sensor. It also feature the Note 8's "Live Focus" mode, which lets you adjust the blur in real time.

It comes with a 5.5" FHD Super AMOLED Display, 16 megapixel front facing shooter with Selfie focus mode, Mediatek Helio P25 CPU, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage which can be expended upto 256GB via microSD card, 3000mAh battery, Bixby, Micro USB port for data syncing and charging, 3.5mm Audio Jack, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Samsung Experience 8.5. You get Fingerprint sensor and Face detection feature for security. 

The J7+ costs 12900 Thai Baht (389 USD/ 24,000 INR) which seems quite costly for a Mediatek CPU device. It will be available in Gold, Pink, and Black color options. Thoughts?

Xiaomi Mi A1 Leak 'Confirms' A Big Surprise

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 01, 2017       

Just a few days ago we reported that Google is working with Xiaomi on its budget-segment Android One phone. And now we have a new leak confirming the Specs of Xiaomi’s new smartphone.

Leaked at Geekbench, Google and Xiaomi new Smartphone will be called "Xiaomi Mi A1", which is confirmed to feature Snapdragon 625 Processor, 4GB RAM, and Google's Pure Android 7.1.2 Nougat we all dreamed for.

According to previous reports, the "Mi A1" is said to come with a 5.5" FHD Display, Dual Rear Cameras and Dual Sim card Slot at Budget Price. Sounds Great?

There's no information regarding the design of the Xiaomi A1, We will let you know once we get new information regarding this Smartphone, Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

//Geekbench | Image: Benjamin Geskin

Moto X Style gets August Security Patch in India

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 01, 2017       

It's been a few weeks since Moto X Style got Android 7.0 Nougat Software update in India, and now Motorola has started rolling out August Security Patch with Stability Improvement and Bug Fixes.

This new update brings August 1, 2017 Security patch and stability improvements fixes. This update comes with build no. NPHS25.200-15-3. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Nougat 7.1.1, which is already available for Moto Z Smartphones.

The update is already rolling out to the users of the Moto X Style in India. If you did not receive the update wait for a few days or you can check it manually by going to Settings - About Phone - Software Updates.

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.

It's Great to see that Motorola is still supporting a 2 year old device.

//Reddit: mecyborg