Moto X4 Unboxing and Camera Samples!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

The Motorola Moto X4 is now available with Snapdragon 630 Processor, 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB ROM, and a 5.2-inch LTPS IPS LCD display. The device comes in two color variants i.e. Black and Blue.

In this YouTube Video, we’ll take you around the packaging of the phone, share some initial thoughts on the in-hand feel.

Let's Unbox the Moto X4! (Thanks to Baptiste)

Camera Samples (Open in new tab for Orignal Size)

More Samples will be uploaded soon, stay tuned!

Google Pixel 2 Leak Reveals Almost Everything

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

2017 gave us few popular and innovative devices like the Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 8, iPhone X, OnePlus 5, and the Nokia 8. From big screens to great performance, each phone has a lot to offer. Well, they aren't your only option, We've the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL coming tomorrow (October 4).

Google is hosting an event on October 4 at 9 a.m. Pacific to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, Thanks to Evan Blass of VentureBeat, we now have the final high-quality photos and information of Google's stunning new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

The HTC-made Pixel 2 with old 16:9 aspect ratio 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.

VentureBeat also reports that the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL will sport different launch dates, with the Pixel 2 being available on October 19th, and the Pixel 2 XL coming on November 15th.

Source: VentureBeat

You can now Install Android 8.0 Oreo on Moto Z Play via Lineage OS 15

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

You can now Install Android 8.0 Oreo on Moto Z Play, Thanks to LineageOS 15

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 and yes the Moto Z Play is one of them.

However, it may take some time for Motorola to roll the Official Android Oreo update. But you can  Install it right now via LineageOS 15. Developer "Alberto97 and Vache" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo Lineage OS 15 for the Moto Z 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 Z Play Addison. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.
Download Moto Z Play Addison

Direct Download: Lineage OS 15 (// XDA)

Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps

October Factory Images and OTA files are now Available for Nexus and Pixel Devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

Every month, Google posts a new security update for the Nexus and Pixel line of devices. The Android security update for October 2017 are already live for a number of devices.

Google has posted both the OTA’s and the factory images for the selected Nexus or Pixel devices. The supported devices includes Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 6, Nexus 9, Pixel C, Pixel and Pixel XL.

For now, we have October Security Firmware files based on Android 8.0.0 Oreo for the Pixel and Pixel XL (OPR1.170623.027, OPR3.170623.008), Pixel C (OPR1.170623.027), Nexus 6P (OPR5.170623.007), Nexus 5X (OPR4.170623.009).

Nexus 6 (N6F27M, NGI77B) and Nexus 9 (N4F27P, N9F27M) gets October security patch based on Android 7.1.1.

Note that for the Google Pixel, OPR1.170623.027 is for Project Fi and Canad, while OPR3.170623.008 is for everyone else.

You can grab Factory Image or OTA file at the links below.

Links: Factory Image | OTA File

New render give us our best look yet at Pixel 2 XL

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

As you all know, Google is hosting an event on October 4 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, Thanks to Evan Blass, we now have new high-quality photos of Google's stunning new Pixel 2 XL smartphone.

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. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

Pixel XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. There's going to be a 12MP Rear shooter with f1.8 (OIS/EIS) and 8MP Shooter to the front. Read full Pixel 2 XL Specs

Source: Evan Blass