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How to Download and Install Android 8.0 Oreo on Nexus or Pixel Devices

As known, the developers preview version of Android 8.0 Oreo is now live and ready for installation on Google Nexus and Pixel devices. Please, as of the time of publishing the article, the codename “Oreo” hasn’t been confirmed as the official naming for the Android O, but we stick to it for now, and this article gets an update once naming is confirmed.


Previously, I published an article revealing most of the functionality unveiled on the Android 0 operating system. However, I also made it clear to you guys that the factory image was made available for Google Nexus and Pixel devices.

How to Root Nexus Phones on Android Nougat Developers Preview

The Android N developers preview is now available for Nexus phone. I already published a content that would work you through the process on how to install android N developers preview on Nexus phones. If you’ve already installed Android N developers preview on your Nexus device, the next thing is to gain root access on Android N developer’s preview.


We’ll know the benefits of rooting, if you’re not informed about the benefits, I will quickly mention a few. With root access, you can install custom roms, tweak the dark corners of your device, reduce battery drainage on your device, and improve RAM management.

How to install Android N Developers Preview on Nexus Phones

We’re yet to fully anticipate the Android 7.0 N android operating system which is set for launch on September 206. However, the Android N developers preview version is now available and can be installed on Nexus devices.


The Android N developers preview is the exact image of what the Android 7.0 N would be like, although there would be few bugs’ experience. Having installed the Android N developers preview version, you get to experience some features to be outed in the official Android 7.0 N operating system which we’re yet to anticipate.

Download Official CM13 Marshmallow ROM on Nexus 4 – How to Install?

Recently, Google revealed that the LG-made Google Nexus 4 won’t be receiving the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update, as it is a sad news to Nexus 4 users. However, after market firmware developers have been working on custom roms that are based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Fortunately for Nexus 4 users, Cyanogen team releases CM 13 Marshmallow ROM for Google Nexus 4 smartphones.


The theme engine of this ROM is versatile with improved interface as CM finally takes its shape rather than the pure AOSP port for Non-nexus devices. The ROM also brings users with improvement on multi-windows, that is, it’s now possible to launch apps in small snippets and resize is very easy, fingerprint support is also included and most especially improved battery performance.

How to Root Nexus 9 on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and Install TWRP Recovery

Recently, Google outed Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update for their Nexus 9 device, and I already published an article on how to update Nexus 9 to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. However, once you’ve updated to the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and you rooted your device on Android 6.0 Marshmallow before updating, you’ll definitely loss root access, so it’s important you flash custom recovery image and re-root.


Installation of TWRP Recovery is very much important, in the sense that, custom ROMS, firmware, and any flash-able can be easily installed on your device.

LG Nexus 5X Review – Full Specs, Features and Price

LG Nexus 5X is one of the recent android Nexus device from LG. It was announced on September 2015 and released October 2015. The smartphone comes with NaNo-SIM functionality, 4G LTE capability, weights 136g and measures 147 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm.


The LG Nexus 5X device features a 5.2 inches capacitive touchscreen display with 16M color, 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection with oleophobic coating. The smartphone also comes with a 12.3MP rear camera with aser autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash, and 5MP front shutter featuring 1.55µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR and panorama.

Huawei Nexus 6P Review – Full Specs, Features and Price

Huawei Nexus 6P is a Google Nexus device and one of the latest Nexus flagship devices with high-ends specs. The device was first announced on September 2015, and released the following month featuring a Nano SIM and weights 176g with a 159.3 x 77.8 x 7.3 mm dimension.


The Nexus 6P device features a 5.7 inches AMOLED capacitive touchscreen display with 16M color, 1440 x 2560 pixels resolution, Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for protection with oleophobic coating. The smartphone also comes with a 12MP rear camera with 4608 x 2592 pixels, laser autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash, and 8MP front shooter featuring geo-tagging, touch focus, and face detection, HDR and panorama.

How to Root Nexus 6P, Install TWRP Recovery and Unlock Bootloader

The Huawei Nexus 6P is one of Google’s latest smartphone to run on Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system. However, the smartphone features great components and installation of TWRP Recovery, unlocking bootloader and rooting the device would improve the experience of the smartphone.


To start with, unlocking bootloader of Nexus 6P is the first process, in the sense that, it would open doorway to install TWRP recovery and rooting follows.

In this guide, I would walk you through the process on how to unlock bootloader of Huawei Nexus 6P, install TWRP Recovery and root.

How to Root Nexus 5X, Install TWRP Recovery and Unlock Bootloader

The LG Nexus 5X is one of Google’s latest smartphone to run on Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system. However, the smartphone features great components and installation of TWRP Recovery, unlocking bootloader and rooting the device would improve the experience of the smartphone.


To start with, unlocking bootloader of Nexus 5X is the first process, in the sense that, it would open doorway to install TWRP recovery and rooting follows.

In this guide, I would walk you through the process on how to unlock bootloader of LG Nexus 5X, install TWRP Recovery and root.

Quick Guide to Unlock Bootloader on Google Nexus 6P

Learn how to easily unlock bootloader on Google Nexus 6P.

Google Nexus 6P smartphone comes with a locked bootloader by default and unlocking it is more like providing administrative pathway to flash custom firmware, stock firmware, root access and many other terminals which would definitely restructure your device.


In this article, I would walk you through the process on how to quickly unlock bootloader on Google Nexus 6P.

How to Root Google Nexus 9 and Install TWRP Recovery (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)

Learn how to quickly root Google Nexus 9 on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and also install TWRP recovery as well.

Previous Guide: 5 Steps to Install Official Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Nexus 5, 6, 9 and Nexus 7 2013

Installation of TWRP Recovery is very much important, in the sense that, custom ROMS, firmware, and any flash-able can be easily installed on your device. And rooting your Google Nexus 9 is also important.



The process is tested and confirmed on Google Nexus 9 device with build number MRA58K, so any other device outside this can lead to brick. However, the build numbers MRA58K is the final factory image number after that official release. This simply entails that, its official, not developers preview.

5 Steps to Install Official Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Nexus 5, 6, 9 and Nexus 7 2013

Android 6.0 Marshmallow is now officially available for Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 9 and Nexus 7 2013, and you can easily make an upgrade to Android 6.0 Marshmallow on any of those devices.


It’s time you enjoyed the features of Android 6.0 Marshmallow, as this update features the native fingerprint sensor, granular context features for Google Now, individual app permission, improved design on app menu, added app search bar with favorite, built-in memory manager, battery management, lock screen message added, better web experience, mobile payment (e-commerce), visual voicemail, RAM management and many more…

How to install TWRP Recovery on Nexus 4

Learn how to easily install twrp recovery on Nexus 4 smartphones.

Installation of TWRP recovery on Nexus 4 smartphone is very important in the sense that, it helps renders administrative option for users. However, you can perform other administrative operations like flashing custom roms and other related operations.


In this guide, I would walk you through the process on how to easily install twrp recovery on any Nexus 4 device.

Guide to Downgrade from Android M to Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on Nexus

Recently, we posted an installation guide on how to install Android M on Nexus devices, and most of our users have already upgraded their device to Android M, but some of them complained about bug errors in the Android M Preview version. Though the Android M is a better operating system compared to the Android lollipop, but I encourage you downgrade to android lollipop if you are disturbed much by those bug errors.




Installation Guide to Downgrade from Android M to Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on Nexus

» First off, download the Android lollipop Image from the link provided below, then extract to the desktop menu of your computer.

Download Android Lollipop from here.

» After that, download and install the ABD drivers on your computer.

How to Install Android M Preview on Nexus 7 (Easy Guide)

The installation guide of Android M Preview on nexus 7 is quite an easy one.

Talking about Android M, it is a recently launched android operating system that Google announced in its annual I/O conference keynote presentation. This operating system comes with great stability and improved usability.


  The Android M is said to attain the below features;
  •  Android Pay (mobile payments)
  •  Finger print scan support
  •  App permission
  •  New app & charging functions
  •  Redesigned App drawer
  •  Multi-windows
  •  Upgraded Android Intents System.
  •  Linking Native Apps with Chrome
  •  Doze- Save power in sleep mode
  •  Customized Volume control…
Previously, I brief you guys about Android M launcher on any android device. Today's stroll, I would brief you guys on how to install Android M developers' preview on Nexus 7.

Installation Guide of Android M on Nexus 5, 6 And Nexus 9

Android M is a recently launched android operating system that Google announced in it's annual I/O conference keynote presentation. This operating system comes with great stability and improved usability.

The Android M is said to attain the below features;
» Android Pay (mobile payments)
» Finger print scan support
» App permission
» New app & charging functions
» Redesigned App drawer
» Multi-windows
» Upgraded Android Intents System.
» Linking Native Apps with Chrome
» Doze- Save power in sleep mode
» Customized Volume control…

Previously, I brief you guys about Android M launcher on any android device. Today's stroll, I would brief you guys on how to install Android M developers' preview on Nexus 5, 6 and Nexus 9.


Warning: Installation of Custom ROM on your android device voids its warranty, so following the instruction is at your own risk. The guide is strictly advised for pros or technically talented users to give a try.

How to Manually Install Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on Nexus 4, 5 & Nexus 9 (LTE)

Finally, Google have started rolling out OTA (Over-the-air) update of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop for most Nexus smartphones, now the Android 5.1.1 lollipop factory image for Nexus 4, 5 and 9 (LTE) is finally released by Google.

The Android 5.1.1 Lollipop embrace great and extended features compared to its previous version (Android 5.1 Lollipop) with lot of bug fixes.


Soon the update would be implemented on your Nexus 4, 5 & 9 (LTE) devices, but might take few weeks or even months before implementation is completed. However, you can still manually install the Android 5.1.1 update on your Nexus 4, 5 and 9 (LTE) smartphones.

NB: Before you get started, unlock the bootloader of your nexus smartphone, also backup your device.

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