The Lenovo-owned smartphone brand Motorola has recently launched Moto E6 smartphone in July 2019. This is the entry-level budget category smartphone comes with decent specifications. Here in this article, we will share with you Moto E6 Software Update Time Tracker and Stock ROM Collection. If you’re using the handset or planning to buy, this guide is for you. We will provide you all the latest software update details and Stock ROM list of this device with download links. We will also provide you the steps and requirements to download and install the firmware on your Moto E6 handset.
Meanwhile, if you’re using the Moto E6 handset but flashed a custom firmware previously and now wants to get back to the stock firmware again, you can do this easily. Most of the times, a Custom ROM doesn’t work properly or have some stability issues or bugs. Therefore, flashing an official stock ROM will fix most of the issues like soft bricking, bootloop issue, and more. In case, if you’re facing similar kind of issues, follow the full guide.
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Moto E6 Software Update Tracker
As the device just launched with the latest Android 9 Pie version out-of-the-box, it will take some time to get any latest update for now. We will provide the most recent Moto E6 Software Update Time Tracker list below. The list will be updated with each and every latest firmware update as soon as possible.
Whether you’re using the Verizon or US Carrier or T-Mobile/Sprint or standard global variant, you will get all the possible latest software update changelog and build number details here. We will discuss every detail in brief and step-by-step so it will be easier for you.
Stock ROM and its Advantages
A Stock ROM/Firmware is the official and most stable compatible Android software which is specially made for a particular handset model by the smartphone manufacturer. Due to the device stability and limitations, a Stock ROM doesn’t provide you the access to customize your device like Custom ROMs. That’s why Stock ROMs come with a locked bootloader. Therefore, you can’t tweak or root your device easily without unlocking the bootloader.
But nowadays device manufacturers provide bootloader unlocking options or tools for user demand.
- Unbrick your Moto E6 device
- Fix the bootloop issue
- Upgrade and Downgrade official software version on Moto E6
- Unroot your phone
- Fix lag or performance or battery issue
- Improve system issues and bug fixes
- Fix Google App, Camera, device security issue
- Go back to stock will gain the device warranty again for newer devices
Moto E6 Specifications and Features
The phone comes with a 5.5-inches LCD touch display with the 720×1440 pixels resolution quality at a pixel density of 296 ppi and an 18:9 aspect ratio. Motorola Moto E6 handset is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 SoC. It comes with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage variant. The storage is expandable up to 256GB via a MicroSD card.
The single Nano-SIM supported Moto E6 runs on Android 9.0 Pie with Stock UI and packs a 3,000 mAh removable battery. In terms of the connectivity options, it has Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro USB port, FM Radio, 3G, and 4G. While the device includes accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and compass sensor.
In the camera department, the Moto E6 packs a 13MP rear camera with an f/2.0 aperture lens an LED flash and phase detection autofocus mode. The front features a 5MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture lens. The Moto E6 measures 149.70 × 72.30 × 8.57 mm and weighs 159 grams. It’s available in Starry Black and Navy Blue color options.
Check for OTA Updates Manually
The OTA update will roll out gradually and it may take some time. However, if you are not receiving the update, you can manually check for it.
Go to the device Settings > System Update > Check for the updates. If the new update is available for your device, then download and install it.
Moto E6 Stock Firmware Collection:
Moto E6 Retail Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PPB29.73-81 – Download | Android Security patch |
PPB29.73-52 – Download | Initial Firmware |
PPB29.73-1 – Download | Initial Firmware |
Moto E6 USC Software update US Cellular:
Build Number | Changelog |
PPB29.73-81 – Download | Android Security patch |
PPB29.73-52 – Download | Android Security patch |
PPB29.73-30 – Download | Not Known |
PPB29.73-1 – Download | Initial Firmware |
Sprint Moto E6 Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PCB29.73-47-3 | Not Known |
PCB29.73-47-2 – Download | Initial Firmware |
MetroPCS Moto E6 Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PCB29.73-65-3 – Download | Android Security patch |
PCB29.73-47-1 – Download | Initial Firmware |
Moto E6 Canada Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PPB29.73-52 – Download | Initial Firmware |
T-Mobile Moto E6 Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PCB29.73-65-3 – Download | Android Security patch |
PCB29.73-65 – Download | Initial Firmware |
Verizon Moto E6 Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PCB29.73-81 – Download | August 2019 Security patch |
PCB29.73-39 – Download | Initial Firmware |
US Unlocked Moto E6 Software update:
Build Number | Changelog |
PPB29.73-81 – Download | August 2019 patch |
PPB29.73-52 | Not Known |
PPB29.73-30 – Download | Initial Firmware |
PPB29.73-1 – Download | Initial Firmware |
Steps to Install Moto E6 Stock Firmware:
Before going to the installation process, make sure to follow all the pre-requirements and install all the necessary drivers and tools on your PC.
Pre-Requirements:
- The firmware file is supported Moto E6 device only. Don’t try it on other devices.
- You will require a computer and a USB Cable.
- Download and Install the latest Motorola USB Drivers for PC.
- Download and extract the ADB fastboot tool on your PC (Fastboot Method).
- Keep your device battery charged up to 60% at least for a smoother process.
- Take a full backup without Root of your device internal data.
Guide to Install: via ADB Sideload Method (Moto E6 Software Update)
- First, go to the folder where you’ve extracted the ADB and Fastboot Tools earlier.
- If you have already downloaded the Stock ROM file, move it into the ADB folder on your PC.
- Reboot your device into Stock Recovery Mode.
- Select Apply Update from ADB from the Stock Recovery mode.
- Next, connect your phone with the PC via a USB cable.
- Open the Command Prompt window by pressing the Shift key + right mouse click.
- Now, type the below command and press enter:
adb sideload Filename.zip
- It will take a few seconds or more to install the file.
- After the complete installation, reboot the device.
- That’s it. Enjoy!
Moto E6 Software Update using Recovery
- Go to the device Settings > About Phone > Tap on Build Number 7 Times to enable Developer options.
- Next, go to the Developer options > Enable USB Debugging.
- After downloading the firmware file, move it to the device external storage.
- Now, restart your device into Stock Recovery Mode.
- Select Apply Update from SD card.
- Choose the downloaded firmware zip file from MicroSD card.
- Wait until the installation process completes.
- Finally, reboot your device.
- You’re done.
We hope that you’ve successfully installed or updated the Stock Firmware on Moto E6 smartphone easily. If in case, you’re facing any issue regarding the update process or flashing full Stock Firmware, ask your queries in the comments below.