Author: Manoj

Paranoid Android is has been resurrected from the dead and is now available for several Android devices including OnePlus 3/3T, Google Pixel (XL), Nexus 6P and 5X. This is the new Android 7.1.2 Nougat based build with latest security patches. As we know, Paranoid Android was once a popular custom ROM as it was based on CAF. Now they have fully moved to CAF in the latest builds. The AOSPA ROM was first introduced last month with a hint of Android O coming to the ROM. So it is better you stick with Paranoid in order to get the latest Android 8.0 before anyone…

With the increasing volume of data and enhanced storage capacity of smart devices brings about the need to “Backup” all the data. We can backup and restore contacts using simply a contacts backup app and keep our phone data safe. In addition to contacts, we can also backup our messages, call logs, Apps etc. And we can save and restore them from cloud storage according to our need. Transferring contacts from SIM cards or phone storage into Google Sync is now a matter of seconds. Keeping all contacts into Google is has several benefits when you constantly switch Android phones. It will…

The June 2017 Security Patch level for various Google Pixel and Nexus series Android smartphone have been updated officially on the developer portal. The new security patch updates are based on the latest Android 7.1.1 Nougat. This means the next Android O Beta updates are coming soon which could be termed as the Developer Preview 3. The Android Security Bulletin for June 2017 has also been made available. It comes with numerous bug fixes, features, and general performance optimization. You will also see some stability improvements. The OTA files and Factory images have been listed below. We have also listed installation post…

Coolpad is now receiving yet another OTA update with v242 based on official Android 7.0 Nougat. The v242 brings network modem fixed, and the v27 brings Coolpad Alexa assistant and theme app updates. Do download and install the latest Coolpad Nougat OTA updates and full stock firmware updates. There are 3 methods. The first uses the YGPT tool, the second is based on Local upgrade method, and the last is installing the OTA updates. The download section is at the bottom. Coolpad announced to roll-out Android 7.0 Nougat for the Note 5 smartphone a while back. The Coolpad has shared this…

When it comes to rooting Android devices, we see no better alternative than the SuperSU package developed by the recognized Android developer – Chainfire. However, since the introduction of Safety Net into the Android operating system by Google, apps can now detect root access on the system and deny services. Root is actually an exploit and not a feature. SuperSU binaries penetrate into the system, thus giving us extra features. Apps can now detect this exploitation and stop working. Some examples of such apps are Snapchat, Netflix, IRCTC, and several online banking applications. Snapchat declared it won’t work on rooted phones. As the internet…

OEM is one of the most discussed topics in Android community. Mostly we would see discussions over how to unlock OEM or unlock the bootloader. Not to forget the highly discussed ‘how to root’ for Android devices. So what exactly is OEM and why is it kept locked? OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer and it is kept locked to either prevent unlocking the bootloader of the device or prevent installing custom ROMs or packages onto the device. You may ask, ‘what is bootloader’? Well, a bootloader is a software that runs when your device turns on. It packages the instructions to boot operating…

LGUP is the latest software update flashing tool for the LG devices. It can be used to flash complete firmware packages and restore LG device to complete stock. These firmware files, usually come in .KDZ, DZ and .TOT extensions which require a special tool like LGUP to read and write. Earlier, we have shared several posts on rooting the LG devices. However, sometimes, it’s better to revert back to the official firmware update in order to receive official OTA updates. Moreover, the official firmware is stable and battery efficient. Though LGUP has been updated several times, it still has some bugs.…

The Tab S2 is a premium tablet from Samsung that was released in Q3 of 2105 with two different variants, namely- 8.0 LTE and 9.7 WiFi. The European variants of Tab S2 (SM-T715) and (SM-T810) have already made their way to the Nougat in April 2017. Lately, we have also seen T-Mobile and Verizon updating the firmware for Galaxy Tab S2 with Android Nougat. Following the same, the US carrier AT&T is now rolling out Android 7.0 for the Galaxy Tab S2 with the latest May 1, 2017, security patch from the AOSP. The update comes as an OTA(Over-The-Air) update, installing the…

We know, sleep is an important factor for human health.Well, it is also a deciding factor for Android device’s battery health. Sounds intriguing.?! Well, when not in use certain Android apps run in the background leading to battery loss.Some apps can be optimized whereas some cannot be optimized.Google Play Services is such an app that cannot be optimized and it keeps running in the background.So is there any mechanism to stop google play services from running in the background? Meanwhile, you may also want to checkout our ultimate guide to save battery on Android post. Google Doze Google introduced a…

Right from its inception, Android 7.0 Nougat is marking its presence in every major smartphone devices. And Japanese smartphone giant Sony is no exception. So, a few days ago Sony has rolled out the latest Android 7.0 Nougat firmware update for its mid-range smartphones Xperia XA. You can now download Android 7.0 Nougat Firmware for your device. This update is a follow-up to the Android Nougat update to the Sony Xperia XA Ultra. The Nougat update is live across all five variants of the Xperia XA including the F3111, F3113, F3115 single SIM models. The update also follows for the F3112, F3116…