Developed by an XDA member rahulsnair, the LineageOS 15 (unofficial) is not yet ready for daily use, though most aspects of the ROM are working (RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc) as expected. However, experienced users who are looking for LineageOS 15 Oreo build on their Moto G4 Plus (Moto G 2016) can try out the ROM right now. Check out the below guide.

As you all know, installing LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo ROM requires unlocked bootloader and latest version of TWRP custom recovery installed on the device. If you have not already done it, read this guide. Keep in mind that the present status of LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo ROM for Moto G4 Plus is Alpha, which means the ROM is unstable, includes several bugs and not ready for daily use. Also Read: How to Restore Stock Firmware on Moto G4/Moto G4 Plus

How to Install LOS 15 Oreo build on Moto G4 Plus (athene)

  1. Download LineageOS 15 (athene) zip file from here and Gapps (Android 8.0) zip file from here. Save both zip files on your phone’s storage.
  2. Boot your Moto G4 Plus into TWRP recovery (. To do so, turn off your phone and then press and hold the Volume Down & Power buttons simultaneously for a few seconds).
  3. In TWRP, select Backup and create a Nandroid backup (recommended).
  4. Now, select Wipe > Advanced wipe > and wipe data, cache and dalvik cache.
  5. Now, select Install, select LineageOS 15.0 zip from SD card and flash it. Flash GApps zip file as well. Then reboot your phone. Set up your new OS and experience Android 8.0 Oreo. Leave your views in the comment section below. (Source – rahulsnair)