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How to Install Lineage OS 17.1 for Motorola Moto Z4 | Android 10 [GSI treble]

Updated on February 16, 2020 by Abd Razaaq

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Today we will guide you on how to install the Lineage OS 17.1 on the Moto Z4 device by following our guide. Well, Motorola’s new phone is the Moto Z4, a mid-range device powered by the Snapdragon 675 with 4GB of RAM. It has a 48-megapixel rear camera as well as a large 25-megapixel sensor and for a selfie with 8 MP. It comes out of the box with Android 9.0 Pie.

Lineage OS 17.1 GSI developed by XDA Recognized Contributor AndyYan on this XDA Forum with the Phh’s Source of Android 10 GSI (phhusson). To install this, you need to unlock the bootloader and install the latest TWRP Recovery on your device.

Well, GSI stands for Generic System image which is a “pure Android” implementation with unmodified Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code, runnable on a variety of Android devices that has treble support.  Yes, now you can enjoy the new Lineage OS 17.1 based on Android 10, which is Google’s 10th version of Android OS with plenty of new features and system UI changes.

How to Install Lineage OS 17.1 for Motorola Moto Z4 | Android 10 [GSI treble]

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Table of Contents

  • 1 Moto Z4 Specifications:
  • 2 What’s on the Android 10 version?
  • 3 Lineage OS 17.1: Android 10 Build
  • 4 Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on Moto Z4
    • 4.1 Pre-Requirements:
    • 4.2 Download Links:
    • 4.3 Instructions to Install:

Moto Z4 Specifications:

The Moto Z4 smartphone was launched a few months ago this year and comes with a 6.4-inches touch display with a resolution of 1080×2340 pixels and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The device is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of inbuilt storage. The storage can be expandable via a MicroSD card. It runs on Android 9.0 Pie and packs a 3,600 mAh battery which supports fast charging.

The handset packs a 48MP rear camera with an f/1.7 aperture lens with PDAF and laser autofocus feature. While the front camera sports a 25MP sensor for selfies with an f/2.0 aperture lens. It comes with a dual Nano-SIM support.

The device includes Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, Bluetooth 5, NFC, USB Type-C port, 3G/4G VoLTE, and more. In terms of the sensors, the device includes an accelerometer, ambient light, compass, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as well. It also supports the Face Unlock feature.

What’s on the Android 10 version?

Google has officially unveiled the latest version of Android OS called Android 10. The update is already going live for Pixel series devices. It brings plenty of new features to the device system like system UI, new gesture navigation, improved privacy and location control. The update also offers enhanced app permissions, foldable display support, security features, system-wide dark mode, etc.

The Android 10 also offers built-in call screening, multi-camera API, smart replies in the notification panel, 5G support, improved call quality, bubble feature, live caption, and more. While the latest version also improves battery life, Focus mode which is similar to the Do Not Disturb mode, etc. Apart from that Android 10 also features 65 new emojis. It also comes with direct audio streaming support to hearing aid devices.

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Lineage OS 17.1: Android 10 Build

Lineage OS is an open-source and free operating system that is based on the Android platform. It is the successor to the custom MOD, the CyanogenMod, which shut down its operation in December 2016. However, Cyanogen. Inc retained the rights to the custom MOD and gave a rebranding to it as Lineage OS.

Well, LineageOS 17 will be based on the latest Android 10 and it comes with all the Android 10 features and Lineage customization options which allows users to be more advanced. Now you can enjoy Lineage OS 17.1 on Moto Z4 by flashing this custom ROM.

Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on Moto Z4

First, unlock the Moto Z4 bootloader and flash the latest TWRP Recovery. Here we have mentioned all the requirements and download links to flash the Lineage OS 17.1 on Moto Z4.

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Disclaimer:

LineageOS 17 GSI build is based on PHH’s AOSP Android 10 GSIs which is still marked as a pre-release. Even on a device that runs Pie GSIs nicely, it’s still possible to get broken media, camera, RIL or even flat-out no-boot. You are strongly advised to try PHH’s original and then identify/report issues there, before moving onto other GSIs that is based on his work. Please report bugs here only if it’s specific to this GSI.

We’re at GetDroidTips won’t be responsible for any kind of damage or error that occurs to your handset while or after following this guide. This is a Custom ROM and may contain some of the bugs or stability issues. We can’t recommend you to use this firmware as your daily driver. Proceed at your own risk.

Pre-Requirements:

  • Lineage OS 17.1 GSI Treble build is supported on Moto Z4.
  • You will require to unlock the device bootloader at first
  • ARM, ARM64, or x86: Check your Android Phone’s Processor
  • Treble Support: Check If Your Smartphone Supports Project Treble
  • Download the required TWRP file, LineageOS 17 zip file, and Supported GApps file from below.
  • Keep your device battery charged up to 60% at least for a smoother process.
  • Take a complete backup of your device data without Root. In case anything goes wrong, you can easily restore all the data.

Note:

A only arm32 – arm avN
A only arm64 – arm64 avN
A/B arm64 – arm64 bvN
A/B arm32 – arm bvN

Download Links:

  • Lineage OS 17.1 Download – If broken link, check official forum
  • Download Lineage OS 17.1 Gapps | Open Gapps 10 or Android 10 Gapps
  • Download and install Motorola USB Drivers
  • For adb method: Download ADB and Fastboot tool

Instructions to Install:

Guide to install Generic System Image (GSI) on your Android device

We hope that this guide is helpful to you and you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17.1 on your Moto Z4 handset easily. If in case anything goes wrong or if you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.

Source: XDA | Credits to AndyYan

Related Posts:

  • Download Google Camera for Moto Z4 [GCam APK]
  • Easy Method To Root Motorola Moto Z4 Using Magisk [No TWRP needed]
  • Motorola Moto Z4 Software Update and Firmware Collections [Back To Stock ROM]
  • Motorola Moto Z4 – Full Specifications, Price, and Review

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