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Today we will guide you on How To Install Moto Z Android Oreo Update 8.0 [OPL27.76-57] by manually sideloading the OTA ZIP using ADB. Recently Motorola has announced the Android Oreo update for its mid-range Moto Z Play with build number OPL27.76-57. It is good to see Motorola putting in some effort in bringing latest Android OS for old Moto Z. The Android 8.0 Oreo official update is rolling out via OTA for Moto Z users in the United States and European along with latest March 2018 security patch.
Now you can download and install Moto Z Android Oreo update and get the experience of latest Android OS on your device officially. This latest official update comes with tons of new features and changes like Picture-in-Picture mode, background limits, notification dots, adaptive icons, notification channels, instant apps and much more. Now go ahead and follow the given guide to download and install Moto Z Android Oreo Update 8.0 [OPL27.76-57].
By following this simple step by step guide, you can easily and quickly install Moto Z Android Oreo update. Motorola starting rolling out the update via OTA (Over-the-Air), which means not all users can get the update at the same time. So if Android 8.0 Oreo update is not yet available in your region and you are excited to try the latest Oreo right now on the device.
All thanks to the XDA senior member ethanscooter for sharing the Android Oreo OTA ZIP file for users who want to update manually. Keep in mind that before installation, first check for the OTA update manually by going to Settings > About > System Update. We highly recommend taking the full backup of all your valuable data before proceeding. If you want to install Moto Z Android Oreo update then go ahead and follow the given steps.
Note:
The Android 8.0 Oreo OTA and instructions given in this guide are only working with the above-mentioned variants of Moto Z. Do not try to install this firmware on any other device or incorrect variant. Check the model number of your device first.
Warning:
GetDroidStuff will not responsible for any kind of damage or mishap occurred to the Moto Z during or after the installation of Android 8.0 Oreo official OTA build. Proceed at your own risk.
Pre-Requirements:
Take a proper backup of all your existing data and settings before proceeding to the ROM installation guide.
Download and install the correct USB Drivers for the Moto Z on the PC.
Your device should be unrooted.
The Moto Z must have a stock recovery installed.
Make sure that the battery level of your device should be charged at least about 80%.
Required Files:
Download Moto Z Android 8.0 Oreo Blur_Version.27.11.58.griffin.retail.en.US.zip
Steps to Install Moto Z Android Oreo Update:
1: – First, connect your Moto Z to the computer via its USB data cable.
2: – Next, transfer the firmware file that you have already downloaded from the above link to the root folder of internal storage on the phone.
3: – After transferring the Android 8.0 Oreo OTA file, disconnect the device from the PC and power it OFF in order to boot it into Recovery Mode. Power ON the phone while pressing and holding the Volume and Power keys at the same time until you see something on the screen, this is bootloader mode.
4: – Using the Volume Down button, scroll down to Recovery and choose it using Volume Up and reboot the Moto Z into recovery mode
5: – In recovery mode, select install update from sd card.
6: – Navigate to the location where you have placed the OTA firmware file on the SD Card of your phone. Select it using the Power button and confirm installation to proceed.
7: – Go back to the main recovery menu once the installation completes and select reboot system now.
Done! You’ve successfully install Moto Z Android Oreo update.
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