Using the sideload command, and the newest version of adb from the Android SDK, one could update their Nexus device through stock recovery, without having to root or flash a custom recovery.

Using this feature, you can bypass the built-in system update process. If you know how to use ADB commands, sideloading a system update is a fast and reliable method to update your device.

The “adb sideload” commands allow people to install OTA (over-the-air) updates and other software onto their phone instead of waiting for the update or app to be rolled out by Google.

adb shell settings put secure experiment_autobubble_all 1 We also discovered a command which lets you adjust the placement of how these Bubbles are opened.

The preview SDK brings an updated version of ADB with a few new commands, including a handy new shortcut to reboot directly into Sideload Mode. The new commands are visible on ADB's help text.

Luckily, the latest update for BetterBatteryStats added full support for unrooted phones via ADB commands. There's also better Oreo support and various bug fixes.