Get Android 8.1 on Moto G5 Plus via Pixel Experience ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 13, 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 and yes the Moto G5 Plus is one of them.

Google recently announced the beta version of Android 8.1 with tons of new features and enhancements for Pixel and Nexus devices. However, there's no information whether Motorola will update the Moto G5 Plus to Android 8.1.

Watch: Android 8.1 New Features!!!

But you can Install it right now via Pixel Experience ROM. Developer "jhenrique09" has successfully ported Android 8.1 Oreo based Custom ROM for the Moto G5 Plus. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.).

Also Read: Motorola Moto Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info

With Android 8.1 Oreo, you'll get new Wallpaper Themes, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Settings.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the Pixel Experience ROM based on Android 8.1 Oreo on Moto G5 Plus Potter. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

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

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Direct Download: Pixel ROM [Google Apps Included] (// XDA)

Download Flashable Official Android 7.1.1 Nougat for Moto G4 Play

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 12, 2017       

Android Oreo is already official and there we've the Moto G4 Play users who are still waiting for Android Nougat update for their Smartphones.

All we know at this point is that, yes, Lenovo is still testing Nougat on Moto G4 Play. The company isn’t providing a timetable like it did earlier this year, though. That’s likely because it doesn’t want to give false hope and disappointment to their customers.

If you own a Moto G4 Play with custom recovery installed, you can install the Android 7.1.1 Nougat with September security patch. XDA Developer "Q9Nap" has converted the last Official Android 7.1.1 Nougat Soak Test into a flashable zip file.

Just download the ZIP file from the below link and use TWRP recovery to flash it on your Moto G4 Play. I've been using this firmware from past couple of weeks and haven't found a single bug.

Also Read: Forget Nougat, You can now Install Android 8.0 Oreo on Moto G4 Play

Download: 7.1.1 TWRP Flashable | Via XDA

OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 12, 2017       

OnePlus is widely expected to unveil the much-anticipated OnePlus 5T on November 16th during an event. The OnePlus 5T specs and design is no longer a mystery, as the device have been already leaked multiple times.

Today, YouTuber Karl Conrad published a video that showed off the OnePlus 5T in all its glory. Since it was an early unboxing video and he probably broke the NDA, the video is now down. However, Zyad Atef (Slashleak member) managed to capture some screenshots of the video.

As you can see in the below images, the box contains the handset itself, along with a variety of different cases, and also a reviewer's guide.

OnePlus 5T vs OnePlus 5



OnePlus 5T Specifications:

The OnePlus 5T packs a 6" 1080p 18:9 Screen. It is 156.1 x 75 x 7.2mm in size, thus being 1.9mm taller, 0.9mm wider, and 0.1mm thinner than the OnePlus 5, in addition to weighing 162g instead of 153g. The device runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat with OxygenOS icing on the top. It has  Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 835 clocked at up to 2.45GHz, 6/8GB RAM, 64/128GB Internal storage.

Camera wise, the device features dual-camera setup entailing a 16-megapixel sensor (IMX 398) and a 20-megapixel one (IMX 376K), both made by Sony. It offers 3,300mAh battery with Dash charge support. It has a 3.5mm audio jack, as well as Bluetooth 5.0 support.

November Security update is now live for Moto X4 Android One owners

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 11, 2017       

The Moto X4 Android One just got its very first software update with 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 November 1 Android security update. New software update for the Moto X4 brings along Camera and Stability improvements.

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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About Android One Moto X4: 

The Moto X4 has a 5.2-inch full HD display, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor, with 4GB of RAM, 32/64GB of storage and a 3000mAh battery inside powering the device. It does also have dual 12+8 megapixel cameras on the back of the device, and it is made of glass with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

Android One Moto X4 is a little different than the Standard Moto X4 available in the Europe. It has Pure Stock Android, which means that it lacks Moto Apps including Moto Voice, Moto Access, Attentive display, or one-button navigation options. However, you'll still get Motorola Actions (Chop for Flashlight, Twist for Camera, etc.).

Google states this phone will receive an update to Android 8.0 Oreo before year’s end and it will be among the first to receive Android P.

Via: Reddit

Oh Dear! OnePlus 5T Review Kit Leaked

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 10, 2017       

OnePlus is planning to announce the OnePlus 5T on November 16th, and we have already seen our first Potential Look at what the OnePlus 5T will look like. The device will feature a 5.5" to 6" near bezel-less display with 18:9 ratio.

It seems that OnePlus has already sent the OnePlus 5T review units to popular bloggers and YouTubers. We know this because a twitter user Sunil sharma has uploaded an image showing off all the contents of the OnePlus 5T review package. However, there's no information to whom this image belongs.

As you can see the below image clearly shows off the OnePlus 5T render with rear facing fingerprint sensor. There's also a OnePlus 5T case with a hole confirming the rear fingerprint sensor.

The OnePlus 5T will go official on November 16, and more leaks about the phone will come online ahead of the official launch. Stay tuned for more updates on OnePlus 5T.

Source: Sunil Sharma