Forget Nougat, You can now Install Android 8.0 Oreo on Moto X Play via Lineage OS 15

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 01, 2017       

Waiting for Android 7.0 Nougat Update for your Moto X Play? Well you can now Install Android 8.0 Oreo on your Moto X Play!

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.

We all know that Motorola is still due to update the Moto X Play to Android Nougat and Moto X Play won't be getting Android Oreo Update Officially. But you can now Install the latest Android 8.0 Oreo Unofficially via Custom ROM. Developer "Innfinite4evr" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo Lineage OS 15 for the Moto X Play. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.), but its still not usable for daily use.

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the Lineage OS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Moto X Play Lux. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

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

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Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps

HMD confirms Android P update for all Nokia smartphones

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 01, 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. Recently Nokia confirmed that they will be updating all the Nokia Android Smartphones to Android 8.0 Oreo (Including Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 6, and Nokia 8).

Nokia has already started testing the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta update on the Nokia 8 and is expected to roll it out for all the Nokia 8 users by the end of October. The company plans to update all the Nokia Android Smartphones to Android Oreo by the end of 2017.

While the new Android update is on its way, HMD Global has now announced that the current batch Nokia smartphones will also be upgraded to Android P. The announcement came at a launch event in the Philippines, and it's interesting to see HMD promising an update for an unannounced Android version.

Also Read: Nokia 8 to get Android Oreo Soon, Beta Test Is Ongoing

That said, Android P still seems a long way off and don't get your hopes high as HMD can change its decision. However, Android 8.0 Oreo update is on its way and might be released soon for Nokia 8, Nokia 6, Nokia 5, and Nokia 3.

[Update: Fake] Google Ultra Pixel Could Be The Real Deal

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

[Update: This is just a concept video]

The entire world is looking for next Google flagship smartphones the 2017 Pixel(s) to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until October 4 to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay.

Just a little few days ago YouTube Channel "MrWhoseTheBoss" leaked a device named "Ultra Pixel" claiming that it could be Google's upcoming Smartphone with 18:9 Display, Gesture Navigation, and an Integrated Fingerprint Sensor.

Supporting the previous leak, MrWhoseTheBoss on his twitter handle just uploaded a video showing off the Google Ultra Pixel's Gesture Navigation Controls.New Footage of the alleged Google Ultra Pixel Smartphone!

We still can't confirm it's genuine - but interesting nonetheless#ultrapixel pic.twitter.com/r2ddrxtd0d

— Arun Maini (@Mrwhosetheboss) September 30, 2017

Having said that, Google might actually reveal the Ultra Pixel along with the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

The Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL would feature Snapdragon 835 SoC. The HTC-made Pixel 2 will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749 while the LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949.

Full Specs: Pixel 2 | Pixel 2 XL

Google Pixel 2 XL Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

Pixel 2 XL Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 8.1 Oreo
Processor	64-bit CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 835
GPU	Adreno 540 GPU
Dust/Water Resistance	IP67
Body
Dimensions	157.6 x 76.3 x 7.9mm
Weight	-
Colors	Just Black, and Clearly White
Display
Screen Size	5.99
Resolution	QHD
Protection	Gorilla Glass 5
Memory
Internal	64/128 GB
RAM	-
Camera
Primary	12MP 1.4 micropixels at f1.8 (OIS/EIS)
Secondary	8
Battery and Power
Type	3520 mAh battery
Status
Announced	Not announced yet
Price
USD/td>	$849 (64GB)/$949 (128GB)

Polaroid Insta-Share Printer Moto Mod First Real Life Images!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

Modular phone was first introduced by LG back at the MWC 2016 with the LG G5. However, it was Lenovo who took the concept to a whole new level with their Moto Z range of phones. Motorola is betting big on the modular phones.

And today, here's our first real look at the upcoming Polaroid Insta-Share Printer Moto Mod, which instantly prints your photos just after capturing. Having said that, this module is being developed by Motorola and was first introduced few months back.

At this point of time, it is easy to take photos in your phone and share it with your family members or friends, but there is no way that the photo will come out in real time'. So, for solving this issue, Motorola is bringing in this mod.

This Moto Mod is made up of compact hardware from digital printers and applications and can be easily attachable to the smartphone with the help of magnetic pins at the back.

There's no information on when this product will go on sale. We'll notify you once we get more information.

Source: Technoblog