Motorola Posts January 2018 Security Patch Release Notes for the Moto X4, Update Coming Soon

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 06, 2018       

Motorola seems to be gearing up to unleash a wave of January Security updates onto its devices. We first saw January 2018 release notes show up for the Moto G5s Plus, Moto G5 Plus, and Moto Z2 Force, but we are now seeing it for the Moto X4.

According to Google, January Security Patch brings along 40 different patches with some ranging from a “Moderate” severity all the way to “High” severity including Meltdown and Spectre flaws.

So, the company is most likely to start January 2018 update official rollout for the Moto X4 by the end of this month. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Also Read: Moto Z Soak Test of Android 8.0 Oreo Starts

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.

Moto X4 Official Android 8.0 Firmware: How to Download and Install

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 06, 2018       

Just a few weeks back Motorola started pushing Android 8.0 Oreo to the Standard and Android One Moto X4.

Oreo for Moto X4 brings over the latest features such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, New Emojis, Rootless Andromeda support, and Night Mode. However, you won't notice any major UI changes.

Motorola has also added several new features to the latest software update including new Moto Application, Camera UI, Motorola Suggestions, Google Pixel Dialer + Calling Screen, the update also brings the latest December 1st 2017 Security Patch.

Also Read: Moto X4 Android Oreo Screenshots!!!

If you did not receive the update wait for few days or install it manually via downloading and flashing the Official Android 8.0 Oreo firmware for the Moto X4.

Note: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of flashing firmware and unlocking bootloader. 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.

Before Proceeding, Note -

• You'll need Moto X4 with Unlocked Bootloader
• Don't flash other variant firmware
• It will wipe all your data 
• It will Bring your Phone to Stock new condition.
• Firmware is only for Moto X4 (Payton) (Standard Global Variant)
• Firmware Build no. is OPW27.57-40

How to Install Stock Firmware on Moto X4 -

Step 1. First Download the Drivers, Fastboot and Moto X4 firmware images from below.

Step 2. Install the drivers. Extract the firmware into the Fastboot folder.

Step 3. Boot the Moto X4 into Fastboot mode by pressing both the volume buttons and power button at the same time.

Step 4. Connect your Moto X4 to your Desktop via Original USB cable.

Step 5. Open cmd in Fastboot folder (By pressing shift key and right mouse click.)

Step 6. Paste this command-

mfastboot flash partition gpt.bin
mfastboot flash bootloader bootloader.img
mfastboot reboot-bootloader
mfastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin
mfastboot flash fsg fsg.mbn
mfastboot erase modemst1
mfastboot erase modemst2
mfastboot flash bluetooth BTFM.bin
mfastboot flash dsp dspso.bin
mfastboot flash logo logo.bin
mfastboot flash boot boot.img
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.0
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.1
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.2
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.3
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.4
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.5
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.6
mfastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.7
mfastboot flash system_b system_other.img
mfastboot flash oem oem.img
mfastboot erase carrier
mfastboot erase userdata
mfastboot erase ddr

Downloads -

Moto X4 Android 8.0 Oreo Firmware - Download Here (XDA)

Motorola Drivers - Download Here

Minimal ADB and mFastboot - Download Here

This Smartphone blows the iPhone X out of the water!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 06, 2018       

Apple had a promising start with the iPhone X, impressing everyone right from day one. However there were few features that Apple Missed in iPhone X.

Evan Blass just leaked the Doogee V Smartphone which uses design cues from iPhone X along with an advance In-Display Fingerprint Sensor. As you can see it looks absolutely stunning.

There's nothing known about the Smartphone, except the below render.

Evleaks

Nokia 6 2018 vs Nokia 6 2017: Specs Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 06, 2018       

Nokia 6 2018 vs OG Nokia 6
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat	Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Processor	2.2 GHz Octa-core CPU	Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset	Snapdragon 630	Snapdragon 430
GPU	Adreno 508	Adreno 505
Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD
Screen Size	5.5 inches FHD	5.5 inches FHD
Memory
Internal	32/64 GB	32/64 GB
RAM	4 GB	3/4 GB
Camera
Primary	16MP PDAF, 1.0um, f2	16MP PDAF, 1.0um, f2
Secondary	8 MP	8 MP
Battery and Power
Type	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Others
Color	Matte Black, Silver	Matte Black, Tempered Blue, Silver, Copper
USB	Type-C	Micro
Price
USD	$240	$280

Which one would you choose?

Android 8.1 Oreo features come to Moto G5s Plus via Pixel Experience [How to install]

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 06, 2018       

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 Yes the Moto G5s Plus is one of them.

Moto G5s Plus can now get a custom version of Android 8.1 Oreo. Although this custom ROM is made available to the public, it is still under testing by its developers since Android 8.1 is fresh off the Google labs.

Watch: Android 8.1 New Features!!!

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 (64 BIT) in-order to Install the Pixel Experience ROM based on Android 8.1 Oreo on Moto G5s Plus Sanders. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

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.

Also Read: Motorola Moto Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info

How to Install Android 8.1 Oreo Pixel Experience ROM on Moto G5s Plus:

Step 1: Download Pixel Experience Android 8.1 Oreo custom ROM 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 Pixel Experience ROM for Moto G5s Plus (//XDA)

How to Install 64 BIT Custom Recovery on Moto G5s Plus

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