Finally, here is the big update. Now you can download and install Lineage OS 16 on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro (zangyapro). The developer has started working on the next version of Lineage OS based on Android Pie called Lineage OS 16. But be careful, we are not responsible if you brick your device or do something wrong. This update is under beta test and we don’t even say when exactly the next version comes out. So be patient. If you want to try, then take a complete backup of data on your device or create a Nandroid backup using TWRP Recovery.

If we speak about the specifications, BQ Aquaris X2 Pro features a 5.65-inch full HD LTPS IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels. It is powered by octa-core Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 paired by 4/6GB of RAM and Adreno 512 GPU for better multi-tasking. It also packs a 64/128GB internal storage and it can be extended up to 256GB via microSD card. The Camera on the BQ Aquaris X2 Pro packs a 12 MP + 5MP primary camera on the rear with Dual-LED dual-tone flash and 8MP front shooter for selfies. The BQ Aquaris X2 Pro runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system on top and is powered by Non-removable Li-Ion 3100 mAh battery. It also has Fingerprint sensor on the Back.

To install Lineage OS 16 on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro, your device should have Bootloader Unlocked and should be running on latest TWRP Recovery. If you have all this, then you are good to try the new Lineage OS 16 on your device. Follow our guide on how to upgrade, but before that. Let’s understand the features of Android 9.0 Pie and Lineage OS 16.

What’s on Android 9.0 Pie?

As we said, Lineage OS 16 is based on the latest OS, Android 9.0 Pie. Android 9.0 Pie is the 9th iteration and a major update of Google’s Android OS. The new Android Pie brings a couple of design changes to the successor Android Oreo but the most notable one is the gesture-based navigation system. Other features of Android 9 Pie are New Quick Settings UI design, Redesigned volume slider, Advanced Battery with AI Support, Notch Support, Improved Adaptive Brightness, Manual theme selection, Android Dashboard which Google calls Digital Wellbeing, and more other features.

Watch The Video about What’s on Android 9.0 Pie.

Lineage OS 16 Based on Android 9.0 Pie

Lineage OS 16 is the latest Stock Custom Firmware based on the official Android 9.0 Pie AOSP source code. Along with the official Android 9.0 features, the Lineage OS 16 also brings tons of features and customization option which allows using your phone beyond the Stock Firmware feature. Lineage OS one of the well-known aftermarket firmware built by the team behind cyanogen. In the Android world, Lineage OS is the currently best custom ROM built with many new features.

  • Download Official Android 9.0 Pie Firmware on BQ Aquaris X2 / X2 Pro [How to]
  • How to Install Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris X2 and X2 Pro [Firmware/Unbrick]
  • How To Root And Install TWRP Recovery On BQ Aquaris X2 Pro

[su_note note_color=”#fffef6″ text_color=”#000000″]A quick Disclaimer: Please don’t follow this guide if you don’t have an idea of what you are doing as you might end up messing up with your device. The GetDroidTips will not be responsible for any damage that may be caused to your device.[/su_note]

Steps to install Lineage OS 16 on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro

Follow this guide and download the TWRP recovery, drivers and things to start with.

Pre-Requisite:

  • Supported: BQ Aquaris X2 Pro
  • Charge your phone up to 80% or 70%.
  • Download BQ USB Drivers
  • Download ADB and Fastboot Drivers [Download ADB SDK Platform Tools]
  • Lineage OS 16 zip file: Download
  • Check out the supported device list at Lineage OS 16
  • Download latest Gapps file:
  • Android 9.0 Pie Gapps Package
  • Open Gapps for Android Pie
  • Gapps for Lineage OS 16
  • Mind The Gapps Package

Instructions to Install:

  • First of all, You need to enable the developer option and activate the OEM unlock and USB debugging.
  • Now you need to unlock the bootloader on your BQ Aquaris X2 Pro.
  • Once you have unlocked, you must install the latest TWRP Recovery on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro.
  • Now the guide will be easy, boot into TWRP Recovery
  • You need to Decrypt and Re-Encrypt Data Partition on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro.
  • You can now take a complete backup of your ROM using TWRP Recovery.
  • Now you need Wipe System Data on TWRP Recovery
  • Tap on Install option and look for the downloaded Lineage OS 16 zip file. [Guide to install Custom ROM using TWRP Recovery]
  • Swipe to confirm the flashing.
  • Now you need to install the Android Oreo Gapps file. (TWRP -> Install -> Select Gapps zip and swipe to flash)
  • You can now reboot to enjoy Lineage OS 16 on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro.
  • If you want to root you can either try SuperSU root or you can try Magisk root.

That’s it! I hope you have installed the Lineage OS 16 on BQ Aquaris X2 Pro. Leave a comment or feedback down below. Thank you!.

  • Android 9.0 Pie Gapps Package
  • Open Gapps for Android Pie
  • Gapps for Lineage OS 16
  • Mind The Gapps Package