January 2018 Security update is now live for Moto X4 Android One owners

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 04, 2018       

The Moto X4 Android One is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto X4 Android One you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for the Moto X4 brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements. The new build number is OPWS27.1.1. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

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 - Maintenance Release Notes

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto x4 by Motorola. This update brings important security improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotox.

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 security: Includes the updates of Android security patches through January 1st, 2018.

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Download: Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ and Note8 Android Oreo build with February Security Patches

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 03, 2018       

You can now download and install the latest Android 8.0 Oreo firmware with February Security Patches on your Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8 Plus, and Galaxy Note8 Devices.

The leaked firmware of February Security Patches with Official Oreo has been made available online and comes with build R16NW.G955USQU2CRB1 for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and R16NW.N950USQU3CRB1 for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.

XDA notes that these builds are able to be installed from the stock Samsung recovery, and are 100% safe to install. You can install them by first flashing version BQL1 via Odin on the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, and flashing version BRA8 on the Samsung Galaxy Note8.

After installing the above firmwares you can sideload the OTA zip file via ADB. Note that ths procedure will erase the data on your phone. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download software version BQL1 for the Samsung Galaxy S8 | Download Android Oreo OTA with February Patches for the Samsung Galaxy S8

Download software version BQL1 for the Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Download Android Oreo OTA with February Patches for the Samsung Galaxy S8+

Download software version BRA8 for the Samsung Galaxy Note8 | Download Android Oreo OTA with February Patches for the Samsung Galaxy Note8

Via: XDA

Moto Z2 Force on Verizon gets January 2018 Security Update

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 01, 2018       

The Moto Z2 Force on Verizon just got a new software update with latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto Z2 Force you should have received the over-the-air update notification for January 1, 2018 Android security update. The new build number is ODXS27.109-34-4. Changelog says that the update also includes Meltdown and Spectre security patches. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

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.

[Download APK] Moto Camera with Spot Color for Moto G5s Plus

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 01, 2018       

Last night, we told you that the Moto G5s Plus is now getting a new Camera update with Moto X4's Spot Color feature which creates artistic photos by preserving one color in the frame and keeping other elements in monochrome.

The new Moto Camera 2 update is already available on Play store as version 7.1.9.6. If you haven't recieved the update you can manually install it by downloading and install the below .apk file (Thanks to XDA member Saadatrm.)

Download: Moto Camera (XDA)

Nokia 8 Price Falls by up to Rs 8,000; Here's the New Price!

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 01, 2018       

Back in September 2017, HMD announced the flagship Nokia 8 in India with top-notch specs and ZEISS Optics. The entire package was offered at a price of Rs 36,999 and according to retailer Mahesh Telecom, it is now available at Rs 28,999, following a drop of Rs 8,000.

The Nokia 8 features a 5.3-inch QHD IPS display with huge chin and top bezels. It is powered by the Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. The phone comes dual rear cameras with Zeiss Optics, Splashproof (IP54), OZO 360-degree Audio, and includes USB Type-C port, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. The phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

The attraction for the phone is it's "Bothie" feature, which allows you to use both the front and the rear Camera's together. Another feature that might wonder you is its OZO Audio, which gives 360-degree sound with amazing quality. At the back, there are two cameras of 13MP with Zeiss optics along with an 13MP front-facing camera.

The Nokia 8 will be available in Polished Blue, Tempered Blue, Steel, Polished Copper Colour options. The device will pack a 3090mAh battery with quick charge support.