Update Moto X Play with Android 7.1 Nougat via CyanogenMod CM 14.1

Motorola recently released the Android Nougat to the Moto G4 series, and many believe that the company will soon roll-out the same update to the Moto X Play. But the company has not commenced any soak test for the Moto X Play series yet, leaving many wondering whether they will be able to enjoy the new features of the Nougat this month. If patience is not your strongest suit, then Moto X Play owners can try installing the CM14.1 series firmware developed by the world renowned custom ROM developer community CyanogenMod. Prerequisites Make sure the device is rooted before going ahead with custom ROM installation. Installation of custom ROM requires clearing memory in the phone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone. Make sure the USB driver is installed on the PC or else your device (Moto X Play) will not be recognised by the computer. Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is a chance of t...