Xperia XZ2 has already got updated to Android Pie update but if you are a custom ROM lover then we present you the LineageOS 16 ROM for Xperia XZ2, the ROM is now available for download. In this guide we will guide you through out the tutorial to download and install the Lineage OS 16 ROM on Xperia XZ2.
Google has already released the official Android 9 Pie update for it’s Pixel devices. Android Pie is the latest OS available at the moment, after multiple betas and Developer Previews the stable version of OS is already out for public. Developers have been provided with the kernel source code of official Android Pie to start their work on Android Pie based custom ROMs for multiple devices. One of such builds include, the Lineage OS 16 for Xperia XZ2. As mentioned above the ROM is pretty stable and working great on the device, just continue reading the guide to download install Lineage OS 16 for Xperia XZ2.
Features of the LineageOS 16.0 Pie ROM for Xperia XZ2
Once you install the Android 9.0 Pie on your device, you’ll be able to access the Swipe Gesture navigation, Rotation suggestion, Adaptive Battery and Adaptive Brightness. Other goodies include Smart replies, Text selection, App actions, Redesigned Quick Setting tiles and Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Options and lot more.
Google has worked a lot in bringing the all new user experience in the latest Android Pie OS. Multiple UX and UI improvements have been made and most prominent changes are the addition of new card interface and navigation gestures. Major OEM’s including Samsung, Huawei, OnePlus, Sony, HTC and Motorola have put their flagships in the list of devices going to see the Android Pie OS but older devices are never going to see the update. Here comes the role of LineageOS ROMs, credit goes to developer at Lineage OS for bringing the all new OS to the device left by un-supported by the manufacturers. Another good thing about the Lineage OS 16 ROM is that the developers have put latest security patches in the firmware avoid Viruses and Exposures.
Here are a few screenshots from the ROM.
Download Lineage OS 16 ROM for Xperia XZ2
- Bootloader on your device must be unlocked.
- Once done with the bootloader unlock, now you need to flash TWRP recovery on Xperia XZ2 follow instruction over here to install it.
- We recommend you to make a Nandroid back up before heading to the installation process. Here is the guide to make a nandroid backup it right away.
- Make sure your device battery is charged up to 60%.
Now it seems you are all set for the installation process. Make sure you have the same device as mentioned above, if you are using a different device don’t process it will result in a bricked device.
Downloads:
First download the LineageOS 16 ROM for Xperia XZ2.
Download Android Pie Google Apps (gapps)
How to install Lineage OS 16 ROM on Xperia XZ2
Now here is the final most interesting and easy process, we have made each separate for your ease.
Just follow these instruction to flash Android Pie custom ROM on Xperia XZ2 right away.
That’s it! Enjoy the latest OS update on your device. If you have any query feel free to contact us right away by just typing your comment in the section provided below.