Work on LineageOS 16 (Android 9.0 Pie) has started

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2018       

The Lineage team has already started work on LineageOS 16 (Android 9.0 Pie) although we’re yet to see a working ROM out in the wild for users to try out.

The team posted on Github the Initial manifest files for LineageOS 16 based on Android Pie, although that doesn't mean a LineageOS 16 release date is available.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

That said, we'll keep you updated with every news of the LineageOS 16. Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

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Motorola Moto Phones Android 9.x Pie Update Info

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2018       

It seems that Motorola has already started working on Android 9.0 Pie for eligible Moto devices and today we want to take a look at everything we know about the Moto devices Android 9.0 Pie update and its release as we push deeper into the year.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

Official Android 9.0 Pie Release Note

"Android™ 9.0 Pie is fully released, and we will begin working on the new code for our devices - as always, we know upgrades are about getting it right and making sure the phone performance remains the best it can be.

We'll share upgrade plans for our products and more specific timing later, and will keep everyone posted on our software upgrade page." - Motorola

Also Read: List of Motorola Moto Devices that are likely to get Android 9.0 Pie

Moto Z3 Play Android 9.0 Pie Update

Back in June, we spotted Motorola beta testing Android 9.0 P Developer Preview 3 for the Moto Z3 Play in China. Well, that's all.. 

Moto Z3 Play Gets Android 9.0 P Closed Beta [Screenshots]

Android 9.0 Pie for other Motorola devices?

We haven't seen any sign of the Android 9.0 Pie update for any other Motorola device apart from the one mentioned above.

The Moto devices likely to get Android 9.0 Pie includes Moto Z3, Moto Z3 Play, Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6, Moto G6 Play, Moto Z2 Force, Moto Z2 Play, and Moto X4.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding Android 8.0 Oreo for Moto devices. Kindly let us know if we missed anything! Stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.

New Nokia Smartphones announced for India, Pricing is too high for the Specs they offer

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 11, 2018       

HMD Global yesterday announced the Nokia 2.1, 3GB RAM model of Nokia 3.1 and the Nokia 5.1 for Indian markets. The devices will be available starting August 12th via Paytm Mall, Nokia's website, and Offline retail stores.

The Nokia 2.1 is priced at ₹6,999, Nokia 3.1 (2GB) at ₹10,499, (3GB) at ₹11,999, and Nokia 5.1 at ₹14,499. It seems that Nokia love adding ₹1000 - ₹2000 to their retail prices year-over-year. 

Last year, the Nokia 3 was launched with a price of ₹9,499 for the base variant, while the Nokia 5 was ₹12,899. Such a price increase, with these specifications.

Nokia 3.1 has a 5.2-inch HD+ Display, MediaTek 6750 CPU with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, 2990mAh Battery. Nokia 5.1 (₹14,499) is powered by Helio P18, not even Helio P60 which can be found in Realme 1 (₹ 10,990 - 4/64GB), 16MP Single Rear Camera, 8MP front shooter, 2970mah Battery... uh

The Pricing seems too high for the Specs they offer. I personally would choose Motorola Moto G6, or Redmi Note 5 Pro over Nokia 5.1 for that price.

Pixel 3 XL Leaks Again, Shows Android 9.0 Pie Upcoming Feature!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2018       

It's raining Pixel 3 XL leaks nowadays. Yesterday, we saw real life Unboxing video of the device and now, same source from Ukrain has posted another video showing off the Pixel 3 XL and Android 9.0 Pie upcoming features.

The device do looks hot in the video. It is having a display cutout with front facing stereo speakers and dual cameras. The back looks similar to the Pixel 2 XL, also there's no dual cameras.

One thing worth noticing is the Pixel 3 XL Interface. It runs on the latest Android 9.0, we have swipe gesture, new Settings, Notification panel, and more. It looks like the Pixel 3 XL will be coming with the rumored "Always on Display Wallpaper" feature. Just like Samsung AOD themes, the Pixel 3 XL is also having some sort of AOD theme with Pink shade.

Just a few days back, XDA spotted Always On Display wallpaper code in the latest Android 9.0 Pie AOSP source. Looks like it's really coming..

As per earlier leaks, the Pixel 3 XL will feature 64GB Internal storage, Snapdragon 845 processor. There's a 6.7-inch display, 12.2MP rear camera, 8.1MP dual front camera setup, and 3430mAh battery. Thoughts?

Канал Лучкова | Ben Geskin

Google Nexus 5X finally receives Android 9.0 Pie via AOSP ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2018       

How to Download and Install Android 9.0 Pie on Nexus 5x (Bullhead) | Unofficial AOSP Android Pie Custom ROM for LG Nexus 5x
Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 9.0 Pie, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started. Additionally, Android Pie is already available for Google Pixel and Pixel 2 devices.

However, Older Nexus phones like the Nexus 5x and Nexus 6P will not get the official update. But you can still install Android Pie right now via AOSP ROM. Developer "argraur" has successfully ported Android 9.0 Pie for the Nexus 5x. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected.

With Android 9.0 Pie, you'll get new Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness, Smart replies, App actions, Text selection, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options, Brand new Settings, Privacy, Digital Wellbeings (Dashboard) and Winddown Mode, and more...

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Custom ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie on Nexus 5x Bullhead. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

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Direct Download: AOSP ROM (Via XDA)

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