Get Star Wars AR Stickers on any Android Smartphone!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 18, 2017       

Just a few days back Google announced the Cool Argument Reality Stickers for the Pixel Smartphones, so you can add virtual characters and playful emojis directly into your photos and videos to bring your favorite stories to life.

Google says that you don’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to team up with characters from “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” like BB-8, a stormtrooper, or a porg. You can play around with Eleven, the Demogorgon, and your other favorite characters from Netflix’s “Stranger Things;” use Foodmoji and 3D Text stickers when you’re feeling hungry; or shoot a celebratory video at your New Year’s party with AR balloons and champagne.

The AR stickers feature obviously uses ARCore technology, and is exclusive for Google Pixel. So you will need root access on other phones to spoof the restrictions. The below video shows how you can Install AR Stickers on any Android Smartphone.

All you need is an Android Smartphone with Unlocked Bootloader and Custom TWRP Installed. Just follow the steps shown in video and enjoy AR Stickers on your Android Smartphone.

Moto G2 gets new Android 8.1 Oreo update via LineageOS 15.1 [How to install]

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 18, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 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 no shocker, the Moto G2 won't get Official Oreo.

Those readers who are hanging on to the Moto G2, we have good news to share. Reputed Developer LuK1337 has released the brand new LineageOS 15.1 Custom ROM based on latest Android 8.1 Oreo. It brings latest security updates, wallpapers, launcher and many more value-added features to the Moto G2.

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 LineageOS 15.1 ROM on Moto G 2nd Generation:

Step 1: Download LineageOS 15.1 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.

Downloads

Android 8.1 LineageOS 15.1 for Moto G2 TITAN (//XDA)

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Moto X4 Android Oreo Release Imminent

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 15, 2017       

Motorola is planning to release the latest Android Oreo update to its Moto X4 Smartphone. According to the information we got, Android 8.0 Oreo update Release Notes for Standard Moto X4 are now live. Yeah, you got it right we're talking about the Standard Moto X4 not the Android One Moto X4.

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 might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto X4 would also feature the latest December 1st 2017 Security Patch.

So, the company is most likely to start Android 8.0 Oreo official rollout for the Moto X4 by the end of this month or early January. Taking about the Android One Moto X4, Google promised to update the Moto X4 on Project Fi to Android Oreo by the end of 2017. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Android One devices are among the first to access the latest Android OS updates and platform innovations. With moto x4 Android One, you’ll receive at least two years of OS upgrades, including an update to Android 8.0 Oreo before the end of 2017. - Motorola US

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.

November Security Update Is Now Live For Moto G5 Plus Owners in South America

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 15, 2017       

The Moto G5 Plus just got its latest software update with latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto G5 Plus in South America you should have received the over-the-air update notification for November 1 Android security update. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. 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.
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.

Thanks Syed Zeeshan

How to manually install Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta on Xiaomi Mi A1

 By Vaibhav Jain on December 14, 2017       

Just a few days back, Xiaomi started recruitment for Android Oreo beta testers for the Mi A1 and the now company has started rolling out the update to the eligible users. While this is only a beta program, it's still good to see that Google and Xiaomi are working on bringing the latest version of Android for its users.

The Oreo Beta with December 2017 patch for the Mi A1 weighs in at around 1104.1MB. Android 8.0 Oreo brings along brand new System Interface, Autofill, Picture In Picture, Better Battery Life, Fast Boot, and more.

The Beta is only available for a few Mi A1 users, However Non-Beta members can now install the update in an unofficial way thanks to XDA Developer "rameshurfrnd1". The developer just shared TWRP Backup of his Mi A1 running Android Oreo Beta and the same can be used to Install Oreo Beta.

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 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta on Xiaomi Mi A1:

Step 1: Download Oreo Beta TWRP Backup on to your Smartphone.

Step 2: Save the TWRP Backup file at TWRP/BACKUPS/df0bdeb70404/[UNOFFICIAL] AOSP OREO - tissot Directory.

Step 3: Boot to TWRP Mode.

Step 4: 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 5: Return to TWRP settings and select Restore Backup.

Step 6: Restore the TWRP Oreo Backup.

Step 7: Reboot your Smartphone.

Downloads

Android 8.0 Oreo MI A1 TWRP Backup (//XDA)