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Motorola starts rolling out Moto G5 and G5 Plus Android 8.0 Oreo update

By Cosmin Vasile

Published: Sep 07, 2018, 3:09 AM

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Motorola starts rolling out Moto G5 and G5 Plus Android 8.0 Oreo update

Motorola started testing Android 8.0 Oreo for Moto G5 and G5 Plus more than a month ago, but an official build hasn't been released until this week. Lenovo confirmed yesterday that it has kicked off the Moto G5 and G5 Plus Android 8.0 Oreo rollout, but only in a few regions.

First off, the update is only available in Mexico for the Moto G5, as well as Brazil and India for the Moto G5 Plus. Also, it's not even available to everyone immediately because this is a staged deployment, so it may take up to a week to land on all devices.

Last but not least, Lenovo stated that “other regions are still pending and will get the update in the future.” Due to the cryptic message, it's impossible to tell when the update will land in the United States or other markets that aren't included in the first wave.

Well, at least we now know the status of the update and if you live in the United States, we'll let you know when the Moto G5 and G5 Plus will receive Android 8.0 Oreo.

source: Lenovo via GSMArena

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Cosmin, a tech journalist with a career spanning over a decade, brought a wealth of experience to PhoneArena. His expertise lies in brands like Samsung and Nokia, and he has a keen interest in innovative technologies. After a brief stint in PR, Cosmin returned to tech journalism in 2016, committed to delivering clear and objective news. When he's not writing or appearing as a guest on TV and radio shows, Cosmin enjoys playing RPGs, watching Netflix, and nurturing his passion for history and travel.