Motorola is now rolling out official Android 8.1 Oreo OTA update for the Moto G5S and G5S Plus. This is the stable version of the update and not the soak test. We already have Motorola’s Beta soak test for the Moto G5, G5 Plus, the Moto G5S and G5S Plus. Now, the manufacturer is sending push notifications to users about their new stable Android 8.1 Oreo firmware. Luckily, users of Moto G5S Plus have been successful in capturing the OTA update from different regions and share the download links. So download and install Android 8.1 Oreo for Moto G5S and G5S Plus.

The new firmware update for Moto G5S Plus is still based on the August 2018 Security Patch of Android 8.1. The OTA also features a new software version (build number) OPS28.65-36 for Moto G5S Plus as opposed to the build OPS28.85-13 that came for the Moto G5 (Plus). There is not much of a changelog from Motorola as of now. It sure features all the Android 8.1 Oreo goodies, new and updated Moto stock apps, bug fixes, and stability improvements.

1. Sep 28, 2018 Motorola launched Moto G5 Plus with pre-loaded Android 7.0 Nougat in February and later updated to Android 7.1.1 only in limited regions. Android 8.0 Oreo released in August 2017 for the Google Pixel lineup and later arrived for Moto Z series too.
2. Sep 12, 2018  Download Moto G5 and G5 Plus official Android 8.1 Oreo OTA update OPS28.85-13. Moto G5 Plus OTA update: As for the Moto G5 Plus, we have captured the stable Android 8.1 Oreo OTA update from a device on the stable channel. So your Moto G5 Plus device must be on the latest stock Android Nougat June patch with build number NPNS25.137-92- 14.

On the contrary, Motorola may start recruiting for the upcoming Android 9.0 Pie Beta soak test as well. So you better sign up for Moto’s Soak Test so you get Android P before anyone else. This goes for all the Lenovo-Motorola mobile phones. Meanwhile, update Moto G5S (Plus) to Android 8.1 Oreo via full stock firmware (Fastboot zip) and OTA update zip from the stable channel.

Download Moto G5S and G5S Plus official Android 8.1 Oreo OTA update OPS28.65-36

Sep 11, 2017  Install Android 8.0 Oreo for Moto G5 Plus based on Lineage OS 15 Since this being the very first build, the latest LineageOS 15 files for Moto G5 Plus does not come as a TWRP flashable custom ROM. Lineage OS 15 comes in two files called boot image and system image. You will need to flash the boot and system images via Fastboot method.

Following are the fastboot zips (full stock firmware update) as well as the OTA updates for the Moto G5S and G5 Plus with new firmware build number OPS28.65-36.

Currently, OTA zip for only Brazil and Indian variants of Moto G5S Plus and Montana variant of Moto G5S have been captured. So download and update now!

Moto G5S Plus OTA update:

As for the Moto G5 Plus, we have captured the OTA update as well as the fastboot flashable firmware. Both need different installation methods.

Moto G5S update:

Android 8.0 Oreo Download For Moto G5 Plus 64gb

As for the Moto G5, here is the latest Oreo OTA update zip. This has been tested working for device on April 2018 Security Patch.

How to Update Moto G5 and G5 Plus to official stock Android 8.1 Oreo?

The easiest way is to do an OTA upgrade. Note that this is full update zip. Best part is you will get future OTA updates because it is official and not a soak test.

Method 1: OTA update

• Download the Moto G5S (Plus) OTA zip file from above.
• Transfer the file to phone’s internal storage.
• Go to Settings > apps
• Provide storage permission to Motorola Update Services app.
• Check for OTA updates from Settings.
• The package will be automatically detected and system upgraded.

Method 2: OTA update

• Download the Moto G5S (Plus) OTA update zip file from above.
• Transfer the file to phone’s internal storage or sdcard ( in /sdcard/ ).
• Turn off your phone completely.
• Reboot into recovery mode. Press and hold Power + Volume down/up for a few seconds. (not TWRP)
• From stock recovery, select “apply update from sdcard”
• Select OTA zip file.

Method 3: Fastboot Flashable Firmware

For this method to work, you will need the fastboot zip for you particular variant. This will perform a clean installation and factory reset your phone. So backup. See method 2 in this tutorial on how to install fastboot firmware on Moto devices.

Now users can Install Android 8.1 Oreo on Moto G5 Plus (potter) all thanks to Pixel Experience Oreo ROM.Moto G5 Plus is very popular device and is one of the best budget android phone available in the market.This is one of those devices which receive best developer support.The Custom ROM is based on Based on android-8.0.0_r33 (basically 8.1 preview).

Very special thanks to jhenrique09, Senior Member over at Xda for developing and sharing the Google Pixel ROM For Moto G5 Plus.The ROM comes with Google’s latest November Security patch.The ROM is in its initial stage still almost all the important things are working.There are few bugs available in the ROM which will be fixed in the coming updates.This ROM can be used as daily driver.

If you are a Moto G5 Plus user and are interested in this new update, you can easily download and install it. All that you need to do is fulfil some pre-requisites, complete few downloads, and then follow the guide mentioned below.Once the ROM is available we will update the post with active link and you can then download Pixel Experience Oreo ROM For Moto G5 Plus

What’s working?

• Whats working?
• Wifi
• RIL(some carriers)
• Mobile data
• GPS
• Camera
• Flashlight
• Camcorder
• Bluetooth
• FMRadio
• Fingerprint reader (gestures working too)
• Moto Actions
• NFC
• Lights
• Sound / vibration
• Facelock
• Safetynet (Use magisk v14.2 to bypass)

Known issues

• RIL(some carriers)
• “Ok google” hotword
• DTV (XT1683 model, still WIP)

Android 8.0/8.1 Oreo Features

Contents

• 1 Android 8.0/8.1 Oreo Features

As Pixel Experience Oreo ROM 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 until now. The feature, 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 (Pixel Experience Oreo ROM .0) comes with. But there are much more. Overall Lineage OS is the best Custom ROM available for Android.

Pre-Requirements

• Make sure the bootloader on your device is unlocked and your device is rooted and you have a custom recovery installed.

• Make sure your device has more than 50% battery.
• Make sure you have taken a backup of your important data.Now proceed To Install Pixel Experience Oreo ROM On Moto E4 (woods).

Disclaimer

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

Downloads

• Pixel Experience Oreo ROM For Moto G5 Plus (Development Page)
• Download latest Magisk v13.5 supports Android Oreo | Android 8.0 (If you want root access)

Steps To Install Pixel Experience Oreo ROM On Moto G5 Plus (Potter) | Android 8.1 Oreo Update

Android 8.0 Oreo Download For Moto G5 Plus Manual

• Make sure your device is rooted and have the latest TWRP recovery installed. (Check the Pre-Requirement Section Above)
• 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 Armor 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.

• Now select install and then browse for the downloaded ROM file and then select it.Next flash the Gapps file and then Magisk (optional).

• Once the flashing process is completed, reboot your phone and you will be booted into Android Oreo 8.0.

Android 8.0 Oreo Download For Moto G5 Plus Phone

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