A new Android 5.0 Lollipop CM12 series custom ROM has been made available to the Motorola's popular 2013 mid-range smartphone Moto G 4G-LTE model.
This new CM12 series custom ROM is based on the recently released Android 5.0 Lollipop OS. It is developed by senior XDA Developers forum member going by the moniker, Somcom3X.
Like all custom ROMs, it is said to bring in customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, easy access to key apps and loads of personalisation options.
This is an experimental version, so some issues (to name a few - Wi-Fi tethering and Bluetooth stack issues with multitasking) are yet to be fixed. We advise our readers go through the tutorial article before going ahead with the installation.
Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)
- Though installing custom ROM improves the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and they will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
- Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
- This CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop custom ROM can be installed on Moto G (Gen 1) 4G model aka 'Peregrine' only [More information, HERE]; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number]
- Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
- Users make sure they have installed USB drivers on the PC, or else your device (Moto G) will not be recognised by the computer.
- Make sure your device has more than 80% battery, or else there is chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted midway.
[Disclaimer:This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]
Tutorial: Step-by-step installation procedure of CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop CM12 custom ROM on Motorola Moto G (Gen 1) 4G-
Step 1: Download CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop CM12 custom ROM (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.
Step 2: Connect Motorola Moto G (1st generation) to PC via USB cord.
[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, be sure that you have installed USB driver software, if not, clickHERE to download the firmware.]
Step 3: Then, place CyanogenMod CM12 Android 5.0 Lollipop Custom ROM zip file into the phone's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in SD card root, not in any other folder.]
[Note: Before users' begin installing the custom software, be sure that the device must have rooted and has installed ClockworkMod Recovery/TWRP tool.]
Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.
Step 5: Then perform the regular Recovery Mode sortie by press holding 'Volume (Down)' and 'Power' buttons.
Step 6: After entering the RECOVERY mode, clear the phone memory, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset.'
[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode.]
Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition.'
Step 8: Then to go back to Recovery mode, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache'. [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that user will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation.]
Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card'.
Step 10: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android ROM .zip file in SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure again to install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options.]
Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.
Now, your device (Moto G 1st Gen 4G-LTE model) will take a few minutes to complete the booting process.
Users then head to Settings >> select About phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop custom ROM.
[Credits: XDA Developers Forum senior member- Somcom3X ]
[Note: If faced with any issues using this custom ROM, leave your feedback, HERE]
[Also Read: Motorola Moto G (Gen 1) Android 5.0.1 Lollipop Update: How to Install CyanogenMod [Unofficial] CM12 Custom ROM; Compatible with multiple first generation Moto G variants]
