

For those with a Mac and looking to compile PieMessage into an APK (or even incoporate it into an app of your own using its custom API), Github link can be found down below. In this video we go through the process of creating a virtual machine with Virtualbox, for Android 9.0 Pie X86.Followed by installing Android 9.0 Pie X86 wit. The developer released a short video demoing the app which you’ll find below.

With PieMessage, the app is completely open source meaning not only can other developers help improve the app over time, but you can see exactly how the app is sending the data (providing you have the developing know how). Previous efforts from developers used third-party servers to transfer the data between services, something that apparently was a security concern for some. This requires installing the appropriate software on your computer. The other downside is that photos and group messaging aren’t fully functional, but the developer says that they’re already in the works for a future update. Step 1: Download ADB & Fastboot on Your PC In order to install Android Pie on the Essential Phone, your best bet is to use ADB commands. Turn off the Mac and PieMessage stops working along with it. For one, you’ll need to have a Mac that’s constantly on and running. It’s a neat trick, but still limited in function. The app is open source and basically routes messages sent from the app to your Apple computer using a sever app for the desktop.
