Google Pixel 2 leaks at last minute before event

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

Today is the day in which Google reveals the Pixel 2 Smartphones and ahead of the launch, we’ve seen a ton of big leaks. Now according to latest leaks from Roland Quandt, we've the fresh look at Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL front.

The below render shows us the "Kinda Blue" variant of the Pixel 2 with the color peeking around the border of the phone from a front view.” Roland also states that there's not going to be a "Kinda Blue" variant of the Pixel 2 XL, which is quite disappointing. 

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.

Here's another render revealing the Black Pixel 2 XL with 18:9 FullVision Display. 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.

According to previous reports 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.

Google is Announcing the Pixel 2 Today, Watch the Event Live Here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

The Google Pixel 2 will be officially announced in San Francisco today during a live streamed event at 9AM Pacific (9:30 PM IST). Google will show off the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL along with Google Home Mini, Pixelbook and other devices, tell us the new features.

During this Livestream, we are sort of expecting to see the price of the new devices and Launch day offers. You can watch out the live event here-

Moto X Play finally gets Android 7.1.1 Nougat update in India

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

After a long wait, the Moto X Play users are finally getting Android 7.1.1 Nougat update with the latest Security Patch.

If you own a Moto X Play in the India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for Nougat. Android 7.1.1 Nougat for the Moto X Pure brings Latest Security patch, Duo video calling application, New Icons, and other Android 7.1.1 Nougat goodies.

The update costs in at around 763.2MB, it comes with build number 26.31.1.en.03.

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.

Recently Motorola announced the list of devices getting Android 8.0 Oreo and the Moto X Play is not eligible for the update.

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

OxygenOS 4.5.11 roll-out begins for OnePlus 5 owners

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

The OnePlus 5 is now receiving an incremental update to OxygenOS version 4.5.11, which brings mostly new features and bug fixes while remaining on Nougat.

OnePlus has added Support for custom notification ringtone. Other noteworthy changes include Improved launching app speed, Optimized adaptive brightness, and September Security Patch with Blueborne Fix.

The Company has fixed issue of YouTube video lagging behind audio, display issues of some UI elements, and issue of no 4G+ network in some regions.

The update is slowly rolling out in all the countries, but it will take some time to reach your smartphone. Also, you will receive the update only if you're using Stock Un-modified firmware.

OnePlus has already started working on the Android Oreo update for the OnePlus 5. The company plans to roll out Android Oreo update by the end of 2017.

Here's another look at Google Pixel 2 XL and Google Home Mini

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

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 Mini and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, here's another image of the $50 Google Home Mini Assistant along with the Pixel 2 XL (Via Walmart listing).

The listing also reveals the codename of Google Home Mini “joplin". There's still a lot that we don't know about Home Mini. However, it do tell us the size which is 4.53 x 4.53 x 4.72 inches. Surprisingly, Walmart’s listing also gives us another look at the Pixel 2 XL, this time with the screen on and the Google Home app open.

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.

Via 9to5Google

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