Official Android 8.0 Oreo rolling out to OnePlus 5: What Are The New Features?

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 24, 2017       

The last time we updated you on the status of the OnePlus 5's Android 8.0 Oreo update, we told you that it was in the beta and the final release is imminent. Well, OnePlus is finally pushing it out to you all.

The OnePlus 5 is now getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo Software Update. Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the OnePlus 5 also brings Face Unlock, Redesigned Camera UI and new beauty effect for Portrait Mode, Gallery with new Places tab for viewing photos on a map, Redesigned Clock, Launcher, and Quick Settings.

OnePlus says that this OTA will be incremental. The OTA will reach a small percentage of users today, and to all in a few days.

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.

Redmi Note 4 gets new Android 8.1 Oreo update via Pixel Experience ROM [How to install]

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 24, 2017       

As you guys know that Xiaomi is always late in updating its Smartphones to the latest Android OS. So there's no chance for Xiaomi phones to get the latest Android 8.0 or Android 8.1 Oreo before the Mid-2018.

Those readers who are hanging on to the Redmi Note 4, we have good news to share. Reputed Developer Adesh15 has released the brand new Pixel Experience ROM based on latest Android 8.1 Oreo. It brings latest security updates, wallpapers, launcher and many more value-added features to the Redmi Note 4.

Note: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. TechDroider cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.

How to Install Android 8.1 Oreo Pixel Experience ROM on Redmi Note 4:

Step 1: Download Pixel Experience Android 8.1 Oreo custom ROM and Google Apps on to your Smartphone.

Step 2: Boot to TWRP Mode.

Step 3: Once entering the TWRP settings menu, clear phone's memory (full) by selecting 'Wipe' option. Once done, select 'Swipe to Factory Reset' perform factory reset.

Step 4: Return to TWRP settings and tap 'Install' by the selecting .Zip file in the phone's memory.

Step 5: Come back to TWRP menu setting to approve the installation by tapping 'Swipe to Confirm Flash'

Step 6: Flashing of the custom ROM begins and after few minutes, a message 'Successful' appears on the screen, thus completing installation.

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Android 8.1 Oreo Redmi Note 4 MIDO (//XDA)

Motorola Begins Android Oreo Soak Test for the Moto Z Play

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 23, 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.

Recently Motorola updated the Moto Z2 Force on Verizon and Moto X4 on Project Fi to Android 8.0 Oreo. Now it seems that Motorola is sending out Android Oreo Soak Test invitations to the Moto Z Play users enrolled for Motorola Feedback Network. The first Android 8.0 Oreo Beta may hit Moto Z Play 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.

Moto X4 Android One Edition Receiving Official Oreo Update

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 23, 2017       

The last time we updated you on the status of the Moto X4's Android 8.0 Oreo update, we told you that it was in the works and the release is imminent. Well, it looks like Motorola and Google are finally pushing it out to you all.

The Moto X4 On Project Fi (Android One) is now getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo Software Update. Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola has also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto X4 also brings the latest December 1st 2017 Security Patch.

The Oreo update for Android One Moto X4 weighs around 1GB and comes with build no. OPW27.1. 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.

Moto X4 Android 8.0 Oreo Release Notes

INTRODUCTION

We are excited to announce a new software update for moto x4 by Motorola. This update brings Android™ 8.0 Oreo to your phone along with other improvements.

NOTE: All information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

• Android™ 8.0 Oreo: Many enhancements including new multitasking features, security capabilities, improved notifications and performance.
• Android security: Includes the updates of Android security patches until December 1st 2017.

It's Official: Oreo Update for the Moto Z2 Force (US Verizon)

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 22, 2017       

The last time we updated you on the status of the Moto Z2 Force's Android 8.0 Oreo update, we told you that it was in the works and could arrive with a “few” weeks. Well, it looks like Motorola has pushing it out to you all.

The Moto Z2 Force on Verizon is now getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo Software Update. Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola has also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Z2 Force also brings the latest December 1st 2017 Security Patch.

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.

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Moto Z2 Force Android 8.0 Oreo Release Notes

INTRODUCTION

We are excited to announce a new software update for moto z2 force by Motorola. This update brings Android™ 8.0 Oreo to your phone along with other improvements.

NOTE: All information on your phone will be saved. You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

Android™ 8.0 Oreo: Many enhancements including new multitasking features, security capabilities, improved notifications and performance.
Android security: Includes the updates of Android security patches until December 1st 2017.