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help! about my lenovo a1

a friend recently gift me the lenovo a1 but the stock firmware sucks I installed cm7 and now I saw that lenovo recently release a beta ics for the a1 but I'm not sure if I can install ics from cm7 and not from the stock firmware, anybody has installed from cm7? if yes tell me how. ( sorry for my bad english I'm mexican) I,m the only that have a small softkeyboard, icons, options, etc.?

Jpe230 said:
a friend recently gift me the lenovo a1 but the stock firmware sucks I installed cm7 and now I saw that lenovo recently release a beta ics for the a1 but I'm not sure if I can install ics from cm7 and not from the stock firmware, anybody has installed from cm7? if yes tell me how. ( sorry for my bad english I'm mexican) I,m the only that have a small softkeyboard, icons, options, etc.?
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You can install the slimdroid port using CWM if you want to install the full version from Lenovo you will need to make sure you have the stock recovery installed. It is tricky but it works. Do a quick search and make sure you understand how the bootable sdcards work. The A1 is almost unbrickable but it can get scary at times as long as you have a boot sdcard you will be fine.
I have been running it for a couple of days it works well the battery drains a bit faster but much better than stock. CM7 is very nice too you can't go wrong with either one.

jpisini said:
You can install the slimdroid port using CWM
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SlimDroid v7.20 ONLY STOCK RECOVERY
CWM=brick

Good to know the other versions all worked on CWM looks like you will need to install the stock recovery before continuing.
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A1 "brick"
Well, i installed the Cmw version of ICS, gmarkall version, but the rom is very unstable, i install the stock recovery but when i tried to boot in recovery it only shows the android and it turns off, any suggesttion? i dont want that horrible Rom

Gmarkell doesn't have a version of ICS he makes CM7 it works very well.
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He does
jpisini said:
Gmarkell doesn't have a version of ICS he makes CM7 it works very well.
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yes he does, he make a flasheable version of ICS for CWM look here: t=1624979http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1624979

We can try and fix your issues or we can argue your choice.
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jpisini said:
We can try and fix your issues or we can argue your choice.
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Well, I flash someone's rom with cwm and its very unstable it doesn't have wifi , gapps, and usb mass storage but it has usb debugging, I was thinking to change the files of the recovery to cwm using adb and do a fresh install of gb, is that ok?

The first thing you are going to want to do if you want to go back to stock and that is probably best and then go from there is download the following.
http://download.lenovo.com/slates/a1/OTA/A107W0_A234_001_015_2643_US.zip
http://www.doc.ic.ac.uk/~grm08/ideapad/cyanogenmod/stock-a1-ramdisk-2643.zip
http://www.doc.ic.ac.uk/~grm08/ideapad/cwm-5.0.2.7-rev3-ideapad-a1.zip
If you have a 16gb device grab
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23471133&postcount=409
First flash CWM 5.0.2.7 (you can use the newer one later if you want to but use this one for this)
Then if you have the 16GB model flash stock-mbr.zip and reboot into CWM. (if you have a 2GB device this will hose it the device don't do it)
Then flash the ram disk followed by the 2643 OTA.
If you have an issue installing CWM grab a bootable sdcard there are instructions in the ICS threads and use that to flash CWM.
The A1 is almost unbrickable unless you have a hardware problem you should be able to get it working again.

I inatall the alimdroid but the space for install apps is very reduce and the apps can't move tp th sd card is there any form to change that?
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[Q] What is the most stable CWM version for the LG P500/P509?

Hey everyone, I've been having my second brick dilemma over the past 24 hours. It seems that the latest version available via ROM Manager hasn't been installing correctly for Optimus One users (I've seen multiple cases). I'm very weary in trying to install CWM through RM again, and I want to know what the latest stable version you guys have is. Either that, or a recovery similar to CWM and can install CM10 again for me.

CWM 5.0.2.0, I have been using it for ten months without a single issue.

myawan said:
CWM 5.0.2.0, I have been using it for ten months without a single issue.
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Alright. Do you know where I can find the recovery image? I don't trust ROM Manager to install it, as that's the one that was being installed when my phone bricked.

CodmasterRob said:
Alright. Do you know where I can find the recovery image? I don't trust ROM Manager to install it, as that's the one that was being installed when my phone bricked.
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There's a list of flashable recovery zips in the following thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1523050
To install, just flash them using your current recovery.
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5.0.2.8 touch version !!
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kunnaliskinng said:
5.0.2.8 touch version !!
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Seeing as how I have the Optimus T (Basically the One with the old BB, new one doesn't allow networking as far as I can tell), would Touch work with it? I updated via ROM this time and now have 5.0.2.0 installed. :highfive:

Stable recovery
TOUCH RECOVERY of CWM 5.0.2.7 by vivekalady is the most stable . you can get it in the forum.or u may try twrp recovery.

hariraj96 said:
TOUCH RECOVERY of CWM 5.0.2.7 by vivekalady is the most stable . you can get it in the forum.or u may try twrp recovery.
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Thanks. As I'm using the Optimus T with an upgraded Base Band, I'll hold off on the Touch version for now, but I'll definitely keep it in mind and try it later. There's really no part of this forum dedicated to the T, because it has a weird resemblance to the One but isn't like it in all ways.

Installing CWM over ROM Manager?

Hi.Can i install CWM with Rom Manager?
Or if i cant how to install official CWM then?

robimarko said:
Hi.Can i install CWM with Rom Manager?
Or if i cant how to install official CWM then?
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Yes download ROM manager from market(premium one if you want touch recovery )
Select flash recovery,choose your device and u are done....its a very easy method
Alternative
by Odin download cwm file from dev section and flash it as PDA....u are done...:thumbup:
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Ok thanks

Odin would be safer as I havent heard yet that rom manager is safe for this device. If it is someone please say so.
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AW: Installing CWM over ROM Manager?
robimarko said:
Hi.Can i install CWM with Rom Manager?
Or if i cant how to install official CWM then?
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Yes you can.
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It is what I used...worked fine
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NO. Doing this bricked my old phone back then. Try the odin method.
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I'm planning to do this ,but will installing a new CWM change my kernel?
Droidlover123 said:
Yes download ROM manager from market(premium one if you want touch recovery )
Select flash recovery,choose your device and u are done....its a very easy method
Alternative
by Odin download cwm file from dev section and flash it as PDA....u are done...:thumbup:
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dotslashbin said:
I'm planning to do this ,but will installing a new CWM change my kernel?
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No
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odin
Droidlover123 said:
Yes download ROM manager from market(premium one if you want touch recovery )
Select flash recovery,choose your device and u are done....its a very easy method
Alternative
by Odin download cwm file from dev section and flash it as PDA....u are done...:thumbup:
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plz where can i download Odin software and all the flash files or rooting files plz help:crying:

spart boi said:
plz where can i download Odin software and all the flash files or rooting files plz help:crying:
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Read here for galaxy tab 2 7"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1900055

[Guide] How to get CWM TOUCH on all devices Officially supported by CWM
visit this link to to get cwm touch for tab 2 official recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/guide-how-to-cwm-touch-devices-t2883457#post55580563

Cwm from rom manager forced recovery loop
im using a sprint note 3 (sm-n900p) and i downloaded Rom Manager to get cwm and it said that it downloaded and installed just fine. i booted into recovery and it just loops over and over. If i remove battery and turn on normally, it'll continue to loop the same. the only solution to fix the loop i had was to take out the battery and boot into download mode, then i pressed down to cancel and it loads up normal. but for now, rom manager has messed up my recovery. (im not an expert on this, but im not a beginner either) just thought id give you guys a heads up

Newbie
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NO. Doing this bricked my old phone back then. Try the odin method.
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first off, I'm new to this stuff. Love my Samsung phone, tablet and everything else, but changing ROM's and stuff is way above my grade. Where does a person start?? I am computer literate, but with Andriods, I'm lost in space!

[Q] 2 Important questions before flashing

Before I start I would like to thank you in advance for dedicating your time to help me here (assuming that you did).I couldn't find the answers on the forums even though I searched.
1. Is there any way to backup my 2.2.1 froyo rom along with the kernel and baseband and EVERYTHING to make sure that if I take it back for repairs they can't accuse me of anything?
2. I have P500H and not the normal P500 mentioned in these forums, is there any risk of brick by flashing another rom designed for P500? And if it does work, will all of my cellular connectivity (RIL, calls, sms, 3G) keep working?

Eden3319 said:
Before I start I would like to thank you in advance for dedicating your time to help me here (assuming that you did).I couldn't find the answers on the forums even though I searched.
1. Is there any way to backup my 2.2.1 froyo rom along with the kernel and baseband and EVERYTHING to make sure that if I take it back for repairs they can't accuse me of anything?
2. I have P500H and not the normal P500 mentioned in these forums, is there any risk of brick by flashing another rom designed for P500? And if it does work, will all of my cellular connectivity (RIL, calls, sms, 3G) keep working?
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1. yes with LGMDP or KDZ, but you need the stock rom that can be found in general LG P500 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1824618
2 read here, it was discussed before http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1830232
the answers are all in this forum, just try to search, read all sticky and FAQ threads and you should find all answers, but if you want to someone confirm you this, you can make a new thread like this just to be sure, cheers

This is all alittle bit complicated coming from the world of Samsung, is it possible to create a nandroid backup of froyo? is KDZ the equivilant of Odin?

Eden3319 said:
This is all alittle bit complicated coming from the world of Samsung, is it possible to create a nandroid backup of froyo? is KDZ the equivilant of Odin?
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Having used Odin and kdz I can say that KDZ is *RISKY*
It is maybe equivalent to Odin by the reference to the work they both do
And yeah you can create a nandroid backup of froyo
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akiratoriyama said:
Having used Odin and kdz I can say that KDZ is *RISKY*
It is maybe equivalent to Odin by the reference to the work they both do
And yeah you can create a nandroid backup of froyo
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I would not want anything risky (everything is risky, but I prefer to take it to a minimum level ) as this is not my phone. Do you recommend flashing custom recovery through rom manager?

Eden3319 said:
I would not want anything risky (everything is risky, but I prefer to take it to a minimum level ) as this is not my phone. Do you recommend flashing custom recovery through rom manager?
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ROM manager has resulted in 100s of bricks (maybe more)
Don't use ROM manager on LGp500
You can use https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=acr.recovery.installation.utility
Download amonra 3.06 and extract the recovery.IMG
Then use the above app
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akiratoriyama said:
ROM manager has resulted in 100s of bricks (maybe more)
Don't use ROM manager on LGp500
You can use https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=acr.recovery.installation.utility
Download amonra 3.06 and extract the recovery.IMG
Then use the above app
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Can it be used on froyo? and do I get the recovery image from here http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager ?

Eden3319 said:
Can it be used on froyo? and do I get the recovery image from here http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager ?
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Yes the app is compatible with froyo
But I had issues with clockworkmod recovery
Download amonra 3.06 recovery for LGP500
It is the most stable recovery for this phone according to me :thumbup:
Here is the file for your convenience
http://www.mediafire.com/download/iwoygujg0qztoof/AmonRa_3.06_Recovery_ThunderG.zip
Copy the recovery.IMG extracted from the above file to the phones SD card And use the app I gave
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akiratoriyama said:
Yes the app is compatible with froyo
But I had issues with clockworkmod recovery
Download amonra 3.06 recovery for LGP500
It is the most stable recovery for this phone according to me :thumbup:
Here is the file for your convenience
http://www.mediafire.com/download/iwoygujg0qztoof/AmonRa_3.06_Recovery_ThunderG.zip
Copy the recovery.IMG extracted from the above file to the phones SD card And use the app I gave
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For some reason I can't root my device via GingerBreak v1.2 :\ It appears to be stuck, or just rooting forever. USB debugging is on.

Eden3319 said:
For some reason I can't root my device via GingerBreak v1.2 :\ It appears to be stuck, or just rooting forever. USB debugging is on.
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Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
Never used gingerbreak
Most say it works
***EDIT***
Just read that gingerbreak only supports 2.2.2 and not 2.2.1
Better use z4root i.e the from the above link
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akiratoriyama said:
Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
Never used gingerbreak
Most say it works
***EDIT***
Just read that gingerbreak only supports 2.2.2 and not 2.2.1
Better use z4root i.e the from the above link
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z4root didn't work either, progressed alittle bit, then crashed to the launcher and the app became inaccessible. Tried twice.
EDIT: Superoneclick worked, proceeding now to recovery installation.

Eden3319 said:
z4root didn't work either, progressed alittle bit, then crashed to the launcher and the app became inaccessible. Tried twice.
EDIT: Superoneclick worked, proceeding now to recovery installation.
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Good luck then
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I'm sorry to bump this after so long, I just didn't have the courage to flash the recovery (when I got stuck on the fastboot screen I thought that the device is going to the trash can), I have now CWM v5.0.2.0 but I get a message:
E:Bad boot message
"recovery"
Is it safe to proceed? what does this message mean?

Eden3319 said:
I'm sorry to bump this after so long, I just didn't have the courage to flash the recovery (when I got stuck on the fastboot screen I thought that the device is going to the trash can), I have now CWM v5.0.2.0 but I get a message:
E:Bad boot message
"recovery"
Is it safe to proceed? what does this message mean?
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That's a standard message which almost everyone gets on booting CWM recovery
Go forward and flash a ROM
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akiratoriyama said:
That's a standard message which almost everyone gets on booting CWM recovery
Go forward and flash a ROM
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Do you recommend the builds from Jenkins site? Are they stable enough to flash? http://jenkins.androidarmv6.org/job/android/393/ This for example?

Eden3319 said:
Do you recommend the builds from Jenkins site? Are they stable enough to flash? http://jenkins.androidarmv6.org/job/android/393/ This for example?
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I don't like *any* of the Jenkins builds as they are pathetically slow for me even on fresh installations
According to me you should either try Oxygen ICS or Rashed97's CM10
Remember the above ROMs are of my personal preference
And if you are inclined to use Jenkins build *try* them
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akiratoriyama said:
I don't like *any* of the Jenkins builds as they are pathetically slow for me even on fresh installations
According to me you should either try Oxygen ICS or Rashed97's CM10
Remember the above ROMs are of my personal preference
And if you are inclined to use Jenkins build *try* them
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Isn't jenkins the only one that have 4.2.2? and soon maybe 4.3?

Eden3319 said:
Isn't jenkins the only one that have 4.2.2? and soon maybe 4.3?
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There are some ROMs based on 4.2.2
One I like is
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2213967
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akiratoriyama said:
There are some ROMs based on 4.2.2
One I like is
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2213967
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I will use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1811325 for now
And when this gets to the step that it's stable enough I'll use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2382045 from the same developer.
I will let you know after I flash it, now I'm waiting for the battery to charge

Eden3319 said:
I will use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1811325 for now
And when this gets to the step that it's stable enough I'll use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2382045 from the same developer.
I will let you know after I flash it, now I'm waiting for the battery to charge
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Best of luck
Do remember trimming the ROM before flashing gapps and then thanking my post otherwise you may get possible bootloop
And flash the oldBB fix after flashing the ROM (search it)
More info
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2149636
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TWRP or CWM - Will any Rom work

Hi all. N00b question but id like to know if CWM and TWRP are the same. I am currently using i9500 and TWRP have a official release while CWM does not. My question is - Will any rom work with TWRP because id like to use TWRP. Most of the roms i see say you should install CWM and they are compatible with CWM, dont see any mention of TWRP?
Thanks

ShahzaadT said:
Hi all. N00b question but id like to know if CWM and TWRP are the same. I am currently using i9500 and TWRP have a official release while CWM does not. My question is - Will any rom work with TWRP because id like to use TWRP. Most of the roms i see say you should install CWM and they are compatible with CWM, dont see any mention of TWRP?
Thanks
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yes all the roms will work wth twrp also .. both are same... obly dffrnce between cwm and twrp is dat twrp provides a touch ui weras cwm doesnt... rest evethng iz same

Thanks for confirming, I do see that cwm also provides a touch interface. Went with twrp the ui is really nice

I think twrp is better cause it has a better ui and is simple to use...
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ShahzaadT said:
Thanks for confirming, I do see that cwm also provides a touch interface. Went with twrp the ui is really nice
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yup..cwm provides touch recovery only for some selected devices bro...hit thanks if i helped you