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.

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