How To Update Moto G4 Plus To Android 8.0 Oreo Via Lineage OS 15

[Download Links Added] Download and Install Lineage OS 15 On Moto G4 Plus | Android 8.0 Oreo: Moto G4 Plus is the successor to Moto G3 and the bigger brother of Moto G4.Moto G4 Plus was one of the most selling phones of last year.The device came with Android 6.0 marshmallow and later the company updated it to Android 7.0 Nougat.It is not cleared whether Moto G4 Plus will get Android 8.0 Oreo officially update or not, but we have a great news for all Moto G4 Plus users as Unofficial LineageOS 15.0 is now available For Moto G4 Plus

LineageOS 15 is based On Google’s latest Android Oreo Source code.If you want to try Android Oreo On your Moto G4 Plus, install LineageOS 15 on your Moto G4 Plus right now to experience the latest version of Google’s mobile OS. Android Oreo 8.0 was unveiled last month by Google and it comes with several interesting features and updates. Some of the features include a picture in picture mode, lock screen shortcuts, app notification badges and more.You can check out our post > List of the devices which will get official Android 8.0 update | Android Oreo

Remember this is an unofficial build of Lineage OS 15.0 so there may be few bugs.But with time and future updates, everything will be fixed.We don’t recommend using this as a daily driver.If you are interested then Follow this guide to Download and Install Unofficial LLineageOS 15 On Moto G4 Plus | Android 8.0 Oreo

The Lineage OS is the new form of CyanogenMod which was the most used and Popular Android Custom ROM.Lineage OS 15 is based On Android 8.0 Oreo Source Code and Comes with all the Android 8.0 Oreo features like Picture in Picture mode, split-screen mode and better battery optimization.

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Lineage OS 15 Features | Android 8.0 Oreo Features:

As lineage OS 15 is based On Android 8.0 Oreo’s Source code, it has all the latest Android Oreo features and in addition to that Lineage OS also has some extra customization features.

#1 AutoFill

Android 8.0 Oreo now comes with Autofill feature which was available in the Chrome browser for Wuntils uptil now. The feature is Auto Fill mode which means that the OS will save your Email Address as well as Password.This will save your precious time

#2 Adaptive Icons

Now Android also added Adaptive Icons which means that the smartphone will now have an option to modify the default icons for various applications in many shapes such as squircle, square, rounded and others. This is done to ensure that the icons on different apps are in line with the other apps for uniformity purpose.This will make your phone looks cool and minimalistic

You may Like: How to get Android 8.0 Oreo Adaptive Icons feature on Android 5.0 and above

#3 Updated Emoji

In Android 8.0 Oreo, Google has once again updated the default emojis present in the Android OS to a blob-less emoji version rather than blob version which was seen on Android 7.0.There many new emojis are added to enhance your messaging experience

#4 Notification Dots

This feature is same as the one present on Android 7.0 Nougat where users can long press on home screen to see the options but this feature is now extended to show notifications of that particular app by long pressing the icon.

#5 Picture -In- Picture Mode

The picture in Picture mode which is also known as PiP mode is also added to Android 8.0 Oreo.This will be shown in floating window rather than the split-screen.

#6 Google Play Protect and 2X Boot Time:

This “Google PLay Protect” is added in the Google Play Store and it will be a background service that will check for apps and its usage and data storage permissions and notify users if it is safe to install and use the app.

Thanks to the great optimization in Android 8.0 Oreo, the boot will now take 10 seconds to do so which is a significant improvement. (Previously 15-20 Sec.)

Above are some of the main features Android 8.0 Oreo (Lineage OS 15.0) comes with.But there are much more.Overall Lineage OS is the best Custom ROM available for Android.

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 PRE-REQUISITES

  • This guide is only for the Moto G4 Play
  • A complete Android backup of your device is recommended, in case something goes wrong.Guide  How To Create & Restore Nandroid Backup On Android Devices
  • Make sure your device is charged at least up to 60%, to prevent unexpected shutdowns in the process.
  • TWRP or CWM must be installed on your android device.
  • Download ADB and Fastboot for your device.

DISCLAIMER

RootMyGalaxy.net is not responsible for any damage happened to your device(s) while following this guide, Proceed at your own risk.

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How To Install Lineage OS 15 On Moto G4 Plus | Android 8.0 Oreo

Lineage OS 15 On Moto G4 Plus

 

  • Make sure your device is rooted and have the latest TWRP recovery installed.

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  • First, download the files from the above link.
  • Now transfer the downloaded files to the internal storage of your device.
  • Now reboot to the TWRP recovery by holding your power and volume down buttons together for a few seconds.
  • Take a backup by selecting the option from the home screen and then your data and cache from the recovery menu.
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  • Now select install and then browse for the downloaded ROM file and then select it. Next flash the Gapps file and then Magisk (optional).
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  • Once the flashing process is completed, reboot your phone and you will be booted into Android Oreo 8.0.

If you have any doubts regarding this process, feel free to comment below.

Dibyashree Sharma
Dibyashree Sharma
An NIT Rourkela Graduate in CS, Blogger, Android Geek, and a Tennis Fanatic. I have been writing about Android OS for Last 8 years.

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