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[GUIDE]Yuntab P500 (M5000) Rooting Guide and ROM

NOTE: The rooting method may have the potential to BRICK the phone and will void your warranty, so do it at your own RISK. I am not responsible for any problems caused by this guide..
I recently bought a Yuntab P500 PDA Smartphone 5 inch Screen Android. Here are its main features:
CPU: Qualcomm MSM7227a 1.0GHz / Adreno 200 GPU.
Display: 5.0 inch Mulititouch screen, 800 x 480px.
OS: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
Memory: 512MB RAM 8GB ROM.
Camera: Dual Cameras Back: 5MP, Front: 0.3MP.
Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR, Bluetooth stereo (A2DP).
I am very pleased with the phone but still wanted to root it. However, I found it is very hard to root the phone because there is lacking of information of it on the Internet.
Its driver files are included on the phone internal rom with a folder called 'android4.0_usb_driver_32bit'. Once you connect the phone with USB Debugging enabled, you will see a new CD drive, double click it and copy the whole folder to your computer.
However, Its driver is not working on my Windows 7 64 bit laptop, so I had to try my XP one and it took a while to install all drivers. Then I followed this instruction to try Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry, I got the message to say the phone was rooted but it was not working at all.
Luckily, I found Karbonn A15 is similar to Yuntab P500, so followed ntstatic's instruction to have another try.
I followed the following steps to use Android Root Unlock, DON'T try anything else including A15 driver, it may BRICK your phone!
1. Enable USB Debugging - Under SETTINGS - DEVELOPER OPTIONS
2. Install the drivers for the phone - copy drivers from your phone internal card.
3. download "Android Root Unlock" from sourceforge.net and extract it to a folder on your harddisk
4. navigate to the above folder and run the batch file ICS_Root_Unlocker.bat
the batch file will reboot your phone a couple of times and will wait with a message "Press Any Key to continue"
IMP NOTE : if you pc is saying "PRESS ANY KEY" note if your phone is on or rebooting....
if it is Rebooting, wait for it to start before pressing a key
5. After a couple of boots the phone will be rooted
6. verify that the Root is complete by observing a "Superuser" shortcut in the application list
Thanks for that guide, now my phone has been rooted successfully.
I hope this will help people like me. Good luck.
I got the ROM from a Chinese guy. I haven't tried them yet, so flash them at your OWN RISK as well.
OTA Zip format: P500W-ota-1.0.623_20120908.zip
BIN format and the updating tool: P500W_1.0.623_20120908_SHIP & Porter

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freegoat said:
NOTE: The rooting method may have the potential to BRICK the phone and will void your warranty, so do it at your own RISK. I am not responsible for any problems caused by this guide..
I recently bought a Yuntab P500 PDA Smartphone 5 inch Screen Android. Here are its main features:
CPU: Qualcomm MSM7227a 1.0GHz / Adreno 200 GPU.
Display: 5.0 inch Mulititouch screen, 800 x 480px.
OS: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
Memory: 512MB RAM 8GB ROM.
Camera: Dual Cameras Back: 5MP, Front: 0.3MP.
Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR, Bluetooth stereo (A2DP).
I am very pleased with the phone but still wanted to root it. However, I found it is very hard to root the phone because there is lacking of information of it on the Internet.
Its driver files are included on the phone internal rom with a folder called 'android4.0_usb_driver_32bit'. Once you connect the phone with USB Debugging enabled, you will see a new CD drive, double click it and copy the whole folder to your computer.
However, Its driver is not working on my Windows 7 64 bit laptop, so I had to try my XP one and it took a while to install all drivers. Then I followed this instruction to try Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry, I got the message to say the phone was rooted but it was not working at all.
Luckily, I found Karbonn A15 is similar to Yuntab P500, so followed ntstatic's instruction to have another try.
I followed the following steps to use Android Root Unlock, DON'T try anything else including A15 driver, it may BRICK your phone!
1. Enable USB Debugging - Under SETTINGS - DEVELOPER OPTIONS
2. Install the drivers for the phone - copy drivers from your phone internal card.
3. download "Android Root Unlock" from sourceforge.net and extract it to a folder on your harddisk
4. navigate to the above folder and run the batch file ICS_Root_Unlocker.bat
the batch file will reboot your phone a couple of times and will wait with a message "Press Any Key to continue"
IMP NOTE : if you pc is saying "PRESS ANY KEY" note if your phone is on or rebooting....
if it is Rebooting, wait for it to start before pressing a key
5. After a couple of boots the phone will be rooted
6. verify that the Root is complete by observing a "Superuser" shortcut in the application list
Thanks for that guide, now my phone has been rooted successfully.
I hope this will help people like me. Good luck.
Does anybody know where to obtain the ROM of the phone? Thanks in advance.
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Thank you for all the work you've put into this project. Unfortunately for me, I am unable to root my Yuntab aka Cobalt SP500. When running the batch file, I received the following: failed, failed, failed after every Press Any Key to Continue message. Now, I am using Windows 7 under the 64-bit architecture. Is this possibly the reason?

dcsoul said:
Thank you for all the work you've put into this project. Unfortunately for me, I am unable to root my Yuntab aka Cobalt SP500. When running the batch file, I received the following: failed, failed, failed after every Press Any Key to Continue message. Now, I am using Windows 7 under the 64-bit architecture. Is this possibly the reason?
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Yes, to root Yuntab P500, you will have to use XP 32-bit.

have a p500, has dated rom post published here, such as making backup?
thanks

have yuntab p500 usb otg?

thanks for this, sadly this method doesn't works from me.
searching I found a alternative, I tell about a site that posted a solution that I tested on my p500 and worked:
http://isytec.net/manual-video-root-yuntab-p500/
the bad thing is that the root program that it puts appears to be chinesse.... the right button is "OK" and from program can configure if allows or deny (all in chinesse) but works well
regards

hi,
has anybody successfully installed one of the firmwares from post # 1 ? thanks.

Yuntab p500
pogodancer said:
hi,
has anybody successfully installed one of the firmwares from post # 1 ? thanks.
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HERE IS THE LATEST ROM FOR YUNTAB. I HAVE NEVA TRY IT COS I DONT HAVE ONE WITH ME.
YOU CAN DOWNLOAD IT FROM THE SITE BELOW. IT IS A JELLY BEAN 4.2
http://www.needrom.com/mobile/yuntab-p500/

muammil said:
HERE IS THE LATEST ROM FOR YUNTAB. I HAVE NEVA TRY IT COS I DONT HAVE ONE WITH ME.
YOU CAN DOWNLOAD IT FROM THE SITE BELOW. IT IS A JELLY BEAN 4.2
http://www.needrom.com/mobile/yuntab-p500/
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Thanks but this is the same rom as linked in post 1. It is Android 4.0.4 ICS.
Another question: How can I install the Google Playstore on the phone. Playstore app is not installed in stockrom. Thanks.

ROOT & Playstore
Hi,
I have to add that I bought the Yuntab P500 on AliExpress for 70 USD. This is definetly the best low budget smartphone I ever had. The build quality is not like a Samsung's but it's OK. It has a big 5 inch screen :good: with a small viewing angle . It runs not bad with the 1 GHz single-core-CPU and 512 MB RAM . It has 8 GB ROM and the fast WCDMA :good:. The battery seems to be very good :victory:. I think it is not easy to find a device which is similar good for this price.
But unfortunately the Android 4.0.4 ICS system is not rooted and does not have Google Playstore installed .
Solution:
======
1. ROOT:
On the phone storage or in the firmware downloads (see the links in this thread) you find the Windows drivers in the folder "android4.0_usb_driver_32bit". These drivers work excellent on my Windows 7 32bit computer. Connecting the P500 with drivers installed it gives me 3 entries in the device manager (Android phone + Qualcomm COM-port + Qualcomm modem):
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For rooting the P500 I tried the above mentioned "ICS Root Unlocker 1.0" and "RomasterSetup_3_2_8". But there was no success. But after that I was successfully rooting with "Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v31" from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
2. GOOGLE PLAYSTORE:
As the "GoogleServicesFramework.apk" is already installed on the P500, I only downloaded a "MarketUpdater.apk" and a "Vending.apk" from the web. I put my "RootExplorer.apk" and the "MarketUpdater.apk" + "Vending.apk" to the internal storage. After installing RootExplorer I copied "MarketUpdater.apk" + "Vending.apk" into system/app and gave the same attributes to them just like the other apps have. After that I installed the "Vending.apk" and rebootet the P500. Playstore is working fine now - there was not any app that I could not find.
Have fun with this nice phone !
Summary to the P500: I you can root and install the playstore or if you have somebody to do this for you, this phone is a great deal for 70 USD. Earlier I had a 4-inch-phone with a Spreadtrum SC6820 SOC without WCDMA and a faked Android 4 for 50 USD, which was a bad Android phone. After that I had an 4-inch MTK6572 device without WCDMA and only 256RAM/512ROM and Android 4.2 for 60 USD which was better but to weak with RAM and ROM. And now I have the P500 for 70 USD. Here everything sticks together very fine to be a good smartphone which is worth each cent. So if you want a cheap phone and you see the P500 for this price, don't hesitate to buy.

freegoat said:
Luckily, I found Karbonn A15 is similar to Yuntab P500, so followed ntstatic's instruction to have another try.
I followed the following steps to use Android Root Unlock, DON'T try anything else including A15 driver, it may BRICK your phone!
[...]
BIN format and the updating tool: P500W_1.0.623_20120908_SHIP & Porter
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I recently got my YunTab P500, but the primary camera is not working. When starting any Camera-App I always get the commonly known "Can't connect to Camera"-Error. I think I tried nearly every solution one could imagine:
- do ota-update
- do bin update
- empty camera cache
- install alternate camera applications
- factory reset
- empty cache via factory recovery
- set permissions for the camera-app
- use JB-Camera and change cameras (though this worked: after restarting the camera app, I got the video-phone-camera)
So far nothing worked for me. I think the most simple solution would be, to send in the mobile and get my money back. Sadly the seller doesn't answer my support requests - I think he's gone.
I think asking here is my last chance to find someone to help me. Estimating this is no hardware-bug I think theres only one solution:
The installed kernel doesn't come with the proper instructions for the camera. This would be a proper explanation, if the Bin-Update doesn't come with the kernel image (which I dont know).
You, freegoat, mention not to use anything from a15/W719 roms. Did you try that or is it only a general suggestion? If you tried: What was the result? Because in the a15-Thread they've got boot.img (which as far as I know usually includes the kernel)...
Thank you for your help,
Boredland

pogodancer said:
Hi,
I have to add that I bought the Yuntab P500 on AliExpress for 70 USD. This is definetly the best low budget smartphone I ever had. The build quality is not like a Samsung's but it's OK. It has a big 5 inch screen :good: with a small viewing angle . It runs not bad with the 1 GHz single-core-CPU and 512 MB RAM . It has 8 GB ROM and the fast WCDMA :good:. The battery seems to be very good :victory:. I think it is not easy to find a device which is similar good for this price.
But unfortunately the Android 4.0.4 ICS system is not rooted and does not have Google Playstore installed .
Solution:
======
1. ROOT:
On the phone storage or in the firmware downloads (see the links in this thread) you find the Windows drivers in the folder "android4.0_usb_driver_32bit". These drivers work excellent on my Windows 7 32bit computer. Connecting the P500 with drivers installed it gives me 3 entries in the device manager (Android phone + Qualcomm COM-port + Qualcomm modem):
For rooting the P500 I tried the above mentioned "ICS Root Unlocker 1.0" and "RomasterSetup_3_2_8". But there was no success. But after that I was successfully rooting with "Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v31" from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
2. GOOGLE PLAYSTORE:
As the "GoogleServicesFramework.apk" is already installed on the P500, I only downloaded a "MarketUpdater.apk" and a "Vending.apk" from the web. I put my "RootExplorer.apk" and the "MarketUpdater.apk" + "Vending.apk" to the internal storage. After installing RootExplorer I copied "MarketUpdater.apk" + "Vending.apk" into system/app and gave the same attributes to them just like the other apps have. After that I installed the "Vending.apk" and rebootet the P500. Playstore is working fine now - there was not any app that I could not find.
Have fun with this nice phone !
Summary to the P500: I you can root and install the playstore or if you have somebody to do this for you, this phone is a great deal for 70 USD. Earlier I had a 4-inch-phone with a Spreadtrum SC6820 SOC without WCDMA and a faked Android 4 for 50 USD, which was a bad Android phone. After that I had an 4-inch MTK6572 device without WCDMA and only 256RAM/512ROM and Android 4.2 for 60 USD which was better but to weak with RAM and ROM. And now I have the P500 for 70 USD. Here everything sticks together very fine to be a good smartphone which is worth each cent. So if you want a cheap phone and you see the P500 for this price, don't hesitate to buy.
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i was able to port the google play but how can i port CWM on the phone. is there any windows app or tool i can use to make my own CWM?
THANKS

@ muammil
Sorry but I don't have a working CWRM. If you are successfully it would be nice to post your solution. Thanks.
Sent from my Q6000 / Jelly Bean 4.2.1 using Tapatalk 4

Porting playstore on yuntab p500
pogodancer said:
@ muammil
Sorry but I don't have a working CWRM. If you are successfully it would be nice to post your solution. Thanks.
Sent from my Q6000 / Jelly Bean 4.2.1 using Tapatalk 4
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AFTER I SUCESSFULLY ROOTED MY PHONE. I DOWNLOADED THE BELOW APPS
---------GOOGLE SERVICE.APK,
------------------------------------------------GOOGLEPLAY 4.1.10.APK
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LINK2SD.APK
-I FIRST INSTALL LINK2SD AND REBOOT THE PHONE
--I NOW INSTALL GOOGLE SERVICE AND LASTLY INSTALL GOOGLEPLAY.
---I OPEN LINK2SD
----SCROLL DOWN TO GOOGLE PLAYSTORE AND CLICK ON IT
-----TOUCH THE ACTION BUTTON AND SELECT CONVERT TO SYSTEM APP
------WAIT FOR IT TO FINISH THEN REBOOT AND ENJOY
IF IT HELP THEN THUMPS UP:good:

I thought you could post your success when you find a clockwork recovery. I wrote already how to install the playstore.
Sent from my Q6000 / Jelly Bean 4.2.1 using Tapatalk 4

^pogodancer
FOR THE CWM I HAVE NO IDEA WHERE TO START THATS Y I ASKED U IF THERE IS A TOOL. BUT WILL KEEP SEARCHING & IF SUCESSFULL I WILL POST IT HERE.
THANKS
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IM NOT A PROGRAMMER NOR DO I KNOW HOW TO USE LINUX CODE. BUT IF ANY1 CAN GUIDE ME I WILL APPRECIATE.
DOING MY RESEARCH I COME ACROSS THISWHICH IS A GUIDE ON HOW TO MAKE A CUSTOM RECOVERY FOR ANY DEVICE. BUT THE PROBLEM I HAVE HERE IS IM NOT A PROGRAMMER. CAN ANY1 HELP OUT. I CAN PROVIDE HIM WITH ALL THE PHONE IMAGE FILES HE NEEDS.
CHEERS

[Q] Need help with rooting ZTE N5 Grand Memo

Hello :laugh:,
I have an ZTE Grand Memo V9815 N5 Flagship Phone APQ8064 Quad Core 2G 16G Android 4.1.2 5.7inch from China, and i was wandering if anyone allready has found something to Root this device.
I have tried the standard superoneclick, but thats not working and crashes when in progress.:silly:
I want to root it, cause i need Google play on it. I have installed Google Services/Google Framework, and i can setup an account in Google Play, but after the account stuff Google Framework/Google Services/Youtube service/Google Play crashes constantly
So i contacted ZTE for support, but there is no Rom, or any update for this phone.
I googled some, and at some websites they wrote to Root the device, so its not crashing anymore.
Please help me to get Root on my phone, so i can install Google Play Store.
Thanks in Advance !!

Same problem
Hello Reppo,
I have the same problem. I am not able to root this fantastic phone ... I need to install Google Play on ti .. :crying:
Please advise me if you will find the rooting procedure for ZTE N5 Grand Memo.
Ciao!
Alfredo

alphredo said:
Hello Reppo,
I have the same problem. I am not able to root this fantastic phone ... I need to install Google Play on ti .. :crying:
Please advise me if you will find the rooting procedure for ZTE N5 Grand Memo.
Ciao!
Alfredo
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I've root Grand memo. What's your specific problems? Did you install unofficial recovery and ADB drive?

HI 123sharon456,
I have no idea how to do it.
I just need procedure and also advice about where to find all the requested files.
Can you give me some advice?
Thanks!
123sharon456 said:
I've root Grand memo. What's your specific problems? Did you install unofficial recovery and ADB drive?
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alphredo said:
HI 123sharon456,
I have no idea how to do it.
I just need procedure and also advice about where to find all the requested files.
Can you give me some advice?
Thanks!
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1. Install driver
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Check your device manager. If it looks like the image follows, it means your ADB driver does not been installed successful.
This is the successful status.
If you can't install ADB driver by automatic installation. You can install ZTE Join Me(mobile phone manager software), it will intall ADB.
2. Recovery
Extract it into any directory.
Click flashrecovery.cmd (antepenultimate) to this interface:
It will run automatically and reboot your phone. If not, reboot your phone and computer, then try again.
If everything is fine, try to enter the recovery.
Shutdown the phone, pressing on volume key by right hand + pressing on power key by left hand. When you see the screen light up and feel the vibration, release the power button. KEEP PRESS ON VOLUME KEY until you see the recovery interface.
-upgrade your system from SD card
-use slideload to upgrade your system
-wipe out data/restore the factory data
-wipe out cache
-backup and restore
-mount and storage
-advanced options
-shutdown
Choose
-wipe out data/restore the factory data
-wipe out cache
and
-upgrade your system from SD card (copy this ROOT ROM in your SD card, and choose it in this step http://dl.xda-developers.com/attach...832b60d/5192289d/1/9/6/1/1/6/8/rootforN52.zip)
LOOK LUCK

123sharon456 said:
1. Install driver
Check your device manager. If it looks like the image follows, it means your ADB driver does not been installed successful.
This is the successful status.
If you can't install ADB driver by automatic installation. You can install ZTE Join Me(mobile phone manager software), it will intall ADB.
2. Recovery
Extract it into any directory.
Click flashrecovery.cmd (antepenultimate) to this interface:
It will run automatically and reboot your phone. If not, reboot your phone and computer, then try again.
If everything is fine, try to enter the recovery.
Shutdown the phone, pressing on volume key by right hand + pressing on power key by left hand. When you see the screen light up and feel the vibration, release the power button. KEEP PRESS ON VOLUME KEY until you see the recovery interface.
-upgrade your system from SD card
-use slideload to upgrade your system
-wipe out data/restore the factory data
-wipe out cache
-backup and restore
-mount and storage
-advanced options
-shutdown
Choose
-wipe out data/restore the factory data
-wipe out cache
and
-upgrade your system from SD card (copy this ROOT ROM in your SD card, and choose it in this step http://dl.xda-developers.com/attach...832b60d/5192289d/1/9/6/1/1/6/8/rootforN52.zip)
LOOK LUCK
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Thanks A lot,
Im gonna try this, and will tell here about if it worked or not

Reppo1911 said:
Thanks A lot,
Im gonna try this, and will tell here about if it worked or not
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Dear Sharon,
The link is broken for the RootforN52
Can you please put a good link on it ?

shrewd supllice
Reppo1911 said:
Thanks A lot,
Im gonna try this, and will tell here about if it worked or not
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Im stucked at the Flashrecovery thing.
How do i open this adb folder, cause i dont have that one.
I have the ZTE Joinme installed, and now what?
Where do i find these recovery files, which i need to extract.
Please help me out, im kinda noobie in this stuff

Reppo1911 said:
Thanks A lot,
Im gonna try this, and will tell here about if it worked or not
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where can i download unofficial recovery for grand memo

visarya said:
where can i download unofficial recovery for grand memo
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you can find it here:
needrom.com/mobile/zte-n5/[/url]
I cant set the full link cause i did not more then 10 posts

Good!
took weeks breaking my head up late at night from surfing the net to find some way to rooting this stunning smartphone. But I've been stuck due to no knowledge of ADB commands and of course having no Chinese idea, since supposedly there's an app that automatically Root the phone, but I can not make it work.
Having my disability, I share with you all the information and resources I've got to give you hope someone knows the correct usage.
And it is a shame that a HIGH terminal does not remove all power performance not ROOT and therefore can not set you GAPPS
Web Recovery 4.2.2 ROM and instructions: w w w needrom com/mobile/zte-n5/ (Requires registration, but I am uploading files to my Dropbox so it is not necessary)
* Chinese Subforum: w w w zhongxingfans com/forum-560-1.html (Registration is required, I can spend my MP user you're needed)
* Chinese Tutorial on previous subforum: w w w zhongxingfans com/thread-51487-1-1.html
* Other Chinese Subforum: w w w popfen com/forum.php?mod=forumdisplay&fid=65&filter=typeid&typeid=167 (Same as above, I have also user)
*Another one: www gaojiquan com/forum-ZTEN5-1.html (I'm not registered, I think)
* DropBox folder with everything I've coseguido, even assuming the mobile program that automatically Root: w w w dropbox com/sh/ap64zaexa5sa8op/we9TXWX
* Future tutorials: h t tp : // es.ready2root.com/info/grand-memo-n5 (Now is empty)
[/ LIST]
Hope you have better luck than me, and if they have some known to speak Chinese would be helpful to us.
NOTE: These is a google traducction from a another post from a spanish forum, if you have problems with the links, you can go to the original post here: www . htcmania . com/showthread.php?t=664705

Found this on a chinese website, its not for root, but for better performance of the ZTE N5 :laugh:
Just translate the page with Google Chrome standard translator, and you will understand.
(im still not able to set full links )
link for website:
h t t p ://sjbbs. zol .com.cn/164/642_1635239 .html
link for download:
h t t p://devicedownload .zte. com.cn/cn/UpLoadFiles/product/0/242/soft/2013052815114637 .zip
Im still having the issue that i cannot install GOOGLE PLAY, anyone here that solved that problem???
I appreciate your help
Greets,
Reppo1911

How did you install cwm on zte v9815 please?

CCR
Reppo1911 said:
Thanks A lot,
Im gonna try this, and will tell here about if it worked or not
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Hello,
Is there some lock in EU phones whereas at the end of the aforementioned process the phone does shutdown and remains, the terminal is waiting for device..., rebooting in system recovery cwm is still missing and every sideload fails, any clue? People on the River would be Happy to give from a remote location.
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ps: all I obtain is this->hxxp://postimg.org/image/blbyq6khf/332da320/
Freedom and Democracy shouldn't mean being jailed within some digital cell while paying for acquiring it: Amendments.

Can anyone give detailed directions?
I just got the device. I tried installing a google play store apk (tried a few different versions) all installed but none work.
How can I install the play store? Do I have to root the device? If so, are there detailed (English) instructions somewhere?

Someone knows if the Mobileuncle MTK Tools can root zte v5? I need to find a" one-click" app...

Partial success
I have installed the rom from needrom for the N5 android v 4.2.2. Took a while to flash the recovery, which is in chainese (driver issues). But still have serious connections issues:
The 3G network disconnects on restart and takes forever to reconnect. Wifi doesn't work! Built in keyboard is awful and also... chainese!
But it is rooted and has the google apps.
Does any one recommend a better combination of recovery and rom?
This is my wife's phone and she is having a lot of trouble with it.

Monsanto
yanay zimran said:
I have installed the rom from needrom for the N5 android v 4.2.2. Took a while to flash the recovery, which is in chainese (driver issues). But still have serious connections issues:
The 3G network disconnects on restart and takes forever to reconnect. Wifi doesn't work! Built in keyboard is awful and also... chainese!
But it is rooted and has the google apps.
Does any one recommend a better combination of recovery and rom?
This is my wife's phone and she is having a lot of trouble with it.
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How do you flash a Custom rom we cannot even install cwm?
I wrote the Valorous Chinese told me to ask somebody elsee hence I sorry under God shall wish China a Genuine Bankruptcy for denying us Private Property, Communism is a mental disease our Lord should Treat. hxxp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange,_Vaucluse

How to?
JPWK said:
How do you flash a Custom rom we cannot even install cwm?
I wrote the Valorous Chinese told me to ask somebody elsee hence I sorry under God shall wish China a Genuine Bankruptcy for denying us Private Property, Communism is a mental disease our Lord should Treat. hxxp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange,_Vaucluse
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I Followed downloaded the files from the dropbox posted upper in this thread. and followd the instructions in the previous page. Pay special attention to installing the driver for the divice. As soon as it reboots into bootloader it requires another driver.
Also if you must not restart the phone before flashing the rom otherwise it won't last.

perfect aarmewdd um in slack
yanay zimran said:
I Followed downloaded the files from the dropbox posted upper in this thread. and followd the instructions in the previous page. Pay special attention to installing the driver for the divice. As soon as it reboots into bootloader it requires another driver.
Also if you must not restart the phone before flashing the rom otherwise it won't last.
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I am very Confident Folks bould ask ya about this driver thus they can rush downloading it like gold diggers to the root Saint Cloud very much
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The Lenovo A706 Owners' Thread (Root/CWM/Other Discussions)

The Lenovo A706 Owners' Thread (for Rooting, CWM, and other discussions)
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Device Specs:
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SIM Type: Dual Mini-SIM
Band Coverage: GSM 900/1800/1900 MHz (Asia-Pacific)
GSM 850/1800/1900 MHz (Latin America)
WCDMA 900/2100 MHz (Asia-Pacific)
WCDMA 850/1900 MHz (Latin America)
WLAN: 802.11 a/b/g/n with hotspot capability
Display: 4.5" IPS (Can anyone confirm if it has Gorilla Glass?)
Resolution: 480 x 854
Navigation: 5-point capacitive touch
Processor: Quad-Core Qualcomm MSM 8225Q 1.2GHz
OS: Android™ 4.1 Jelly Bean with LenovoMagic UI
Memory: 1GB RAM
Storage: 4GB Internal Storage (eMMC) with memory card slot
Battery: 2000mAh Lithium Polymer user-replaceable
Dimensions: 136 x 69 x 10.4 mm
Weight: 130g
Sensors: A-GPS, Gravitation, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor
Camera: Front: 0.3MP fixed-focus, Rear: 5MP auto-focus
FM Radio: Yes
Color: White
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This is a good budget device when compared to other devices from lead manufacturers like Samsung, Sony, LG or Huawei.
While searching on the internet I did find some Root & CWM installation methods.
I will be updating the relevant posts as and when needed.
You can look in the list below for what you want to do with your device.
ATTENTION!!! READ THIS BEFORE DOING ANYTHING
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Friend, there are two versions of this device in the market:
1. A706 (Chinese model)
2. A706_ROW (International Model)
The ROMs in this thread are only for the A706ROW model of this phone unless otherwise stated.
If you have the chinese model or another model A760 (which is a different model) then the ROMs in this thread are not for you.
Model A706 and A760 are two different models with almost same specifications. This DOES NOT mean that the ROMs of A706ROW are compatible with A760.
Please DO NOT confuse Lenovo A706 with Lenovo A760 as these are two different devices!!! Flash or experiment at your own risk!!!!
If you share a ROM link for any of the above devices, then please mention clearly the device for which the ROM can be used.
What to do with your Device ?
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DISCLAIMER:
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Rooting your device VOIDS your warranty. Remember if you are doing this, it is at your own sole responsibility
and I cannot be held responsible for any damage to your device, data loss, or any personal injury as a result of your actions.
And, If you still feel it is worth the effort, proceed with caution!
FOR NOOBS
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Read the instructions (click on SHOW to read) before attempting anything from the list below!
First you need to have the Android SDK installed on your computer. Or atleast you need to have the adb & fastboot files available on your computer.
Here's a good post that tells you how to setup ADB and fastboot.
Here's a post that has a list of adb/shell commands for noobs.
Ok, once you are done with the setup of ADB & fastboot on your computer, then you can proceed with the below instructions.
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IMPORTANT NOTE BEFORE FLASHING:
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Recently, I have noticed that many people after buying the phone are flashing any firmware to their phones and most of the time without checking the phone versions and the OS versions. In the stock firmware post, I had mentioned that people having the Chinese version of the phone should NOT flash the ROW (international) firmware otherwise it would mess up their phone and network etc.
SOLUTION FOR SIM ERROR & DOWNGRADING TO CHINESE ROM
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Now, some of the people have already done such a mistake and for those people (who are having SIM or network problems and want to go back to chinese ROM, I am sticking this post by danyno1 to the OP:
(Click SHOW to See the quoted post)
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danyno1 said:
hi
I've just installed the "A706ROW_1_S_2_001_0020_130821 MegaFull"" rom , and now i have no network coverage, it doesnt recognize my simcards
I live in Iran.
what should i do??
is there any way to unlock it ??
please help me with this situation , i'm in a hurry
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after reading the whole topic posts, and testing all the methods , the problem is solved [thanks to mixbox360's posts.] i'm going to just copy and paste his 2 separated posts.
BEST soloutions for these 2 common problems :
#1 device doesnt recognize simcards
#2 being unable to downgrade to the chinees stock rom
soloution of the #1 problem :
how I fixed: Just Installed the QNeonModern 1.7 ROM... then I installed the update of a chinese ROM from bootdroid (I mean putt the update.qsb file un the sdfuse directory o my sd card, then power and vol+ to enter the menu and selected SD UPDATE)... thats all... I have again my chinese rom with signal for calls untill we discover how to make work the athk board in the ROW roms.
Hope to be helpfull!
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soloution for #2 problem:
Ok trying again to put my chinese device in ROW rom with sim signal, and found a solution:
1:Flash via droidboot a chinese stock firmware I used the 130325
2:Rooted device with vroot and installed CWM Recovery via ADB
3:In the procedure to install custom rom Qneon one of the steps is to flash boot.img via fastboot... well I just didn´t do this step and flashed directly Qneon_1.7.1.zip via CWM
4: Did data/factory reset, cache reset and dalvik cache reset
5:Reboot system
An Ready! Finally got my chinese device in spanish and sim signal.
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ENJOY THE DUAL SIM ANTENNA + ROM WITH MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
CREDITS : mixbox360
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For Installing CWM: Go to Post #2
For Rooting: Go to Post #3
For Stock ROMs: Go to post #4
For Custom ROMs: Go to post #5
Credits:
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- Lenovo for making a surprisingly good budget phone
- And users for buying it!
Enjoy your phone and share your thoughts and helpful insights/useful methods with all other users here so that they can benefit from your research.

CWM Installation Instructions:
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Make sure you have all the drivers for your phone installed on your computer. Download for A706 from here. Some other Qualcomm drivers (not sure if required)
Make sure you have USB Debugging enabled, Install from Unknown Sources is enabled and device is detected in ADB run this command:
Code:
adb devices
Download the CWM Recovery for A706 from here.
Unzip the downloaded file to get a "recovery.img" recovery image file.
Press SHIFT key + Right mouse click in the folder where the file is located and select Open Command from Here.
Now, in the command prompt do the following:
a. Reboot into Bootloader mode. Use command:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
b. Device will reboot and display Lenovo logo. (check if device is in bootloader mode by running command:
Code:
fastboot devices
. If you see a device connected then you have successfully rebooted into fastboot mode.
c. Now, run this command:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
(This will flash the CWM recovery image to the device).
d. Once successful, reboot the device using this command:
Code:
fastboot reboot
. Or, you can keep the power+vol up+ vol down buttons pressed to restart.​
If everything has gone well, this should get CWM installed on your device. Your device is still *not rooted*. Once you have installed CWM, please proceed to the ROOT instructions post to *root* your device.
CREDITS:
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This post (in Vietnamese)
This post for Recovery (in Russian)
This post for Drivers links (in Russian)
And, to all the other great Russian/Chinese forums and sites who have such vast info on Lenovo which we need in English

DISCLAIMER: Rooting your device VOIDS your warranty. Proceed with caution!!!
1. CWM ROOT METHOD
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Ok, so you have successfully installed CWM and need root.
1. Just download this Root for A706 ( CWM flashable zip file)
2. Reboot phone to CWM Recovery (use command: adb reboot recovery)
3. Flash the zip and then restart into OS.
4. Now, you should get the Super user app in the list.
2. VROOT (ONE-CLICK ROOTING) METHOD
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For noobs AND people who either don't want to install CWM or are unsure of it's usage and only want root, can use this guide for VROOT one-click rooting method. The guide has been translated and posted on XDA by zhuhang. The original vroot post/method (in chinese) exists on this site.
CREDITS:
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Same as in the CWM post above.
Thanks to zhuhang for posting the VROOT guide in english (translated from chinese).

DISCLAIMER: Follow these instructions at your OWN risk & responsibility. They are provided AS-IS without any liability.
IMPORTANT NOTE BEFORE FLASHING:
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Recently, I have noticed that many people after buying the phone are flashing any firmware to their phones and most of the time without checking the phone versions and the OS versions. In the stock firmware post, I had mentioned that people having the Chinese version of the phone should NOT flash the ROW (international) firmware otherwise it would mess up their phone and network etc.
Solution to the problem is now in the OP. Please follow it if you have SIM error or network issue.
STOCK ROM
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I am posting a list of stock firmware(s) that I can find for the A706 here, along with instructions on how to install it.
FIRMWARE LIST
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Build Number: A706_ROW_S018:
Details:
Firmware Type: Official Release
Languages: English, Russian, Chinese, Indonesian & Vietnamese
Build Date: 15/07/2013
OS: Android 4.1.2 with Lenovo Magic UI
Download Link: Get it from here (Lenovo-Forums.ru)
(You need to click on the green button on the page. Once you click there then you need to register and logged in, to download it.)
CREDIT: This post in Russian.​
This post by 5[Strogino] has a list of stock firmwares and links to download them.
INSTRUCTIONS
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A memory card is required.
Boot into Android normally.
Connect your phone to your PC/Laptop with a USB cable and when asked (or in USB connection settings), please select USB Mass storage mode to mount SD card.
On the root of the memory card, create a folder called "sdfuse".
Unzip the downloaded firmware, you will get a QSB file.
Copy the QSB file to the sdfuse folder that we created earlier on the root of SD card.
Note: Please make sure that your phone has atleast 60% power before attempting or beginning upgrade. Or keep charger connected during the process.
SD card upgrade process:
Long press VOL UP + POWER_KEY to enter the droidboot,
A menu will appear. Select the fourth option, SDUPDATE.
At the bottom of the screen, you can see the progress and status of the update
When you see the message "SDCARD UPDATE SUCCESS!!!", this means you successfully completed the upgrade process
Now, reboot your device and hopefully it should be updated.
That's it! If you guys have found any more firmware download links (even for different regions, build etc.) just share them with me along with details and I will add them to the list in this post.
CREDIT: Instructions were taken from this post and formatted and edited for better understanding.

A List of Custom ROMs
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QNeon-Modern ROM (based on Russian Firmware but has English too): Visit the original thread (in Russian)
Please do share more ROMs with me so that I can include them in this list.

help!
hello bro! i got stuck at installing the cwm flashable file. it's saying "Verifying update package.... Installation aborted"

gr8techie said:
RESERVED (for a list of Stock ROMs/Stock ROM installation)
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Thanks,
Very nice thread. Had the phone for a month but no support anywhere. i need the stock rom, if u have pls pm me.
thanks again

scuderialoki said:
hello bro! i got stuck at installing the cwm flashable file. it's saying "Verifying update package.... Installation aborted"
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scuderialoki, unfortunate that you got stuck. worked for me without any issues. i upped the same file that i used on mediafire. can you re-download the file and then check if the file is ok by extracting the zip using winrar or winzip? if it is ok then try flashing it again.
guliboy123 said:
Thanks,
Very nice thread. Had the phone for a month but no support anywhere. i need the stock rom, if u have pls pm me.
thanks again
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guliboy123, i will be putting the link and some instructions on the stock rom post soon. bear with me as i have to check the instructions from the russian/chinese sites and then put it up here. in the meantime, i suggest you take a backup of your current ROM (which is stock) using CWM and then try out the QNeon-Modern ROM. remember u need to flash that ROM using CWM.

thanks
scuderialoki, unfortunate that you got stuck. worked for me without any issues. i upped the same file that i used on mediafire. can you re-download the file and then check if the file is ok by extracting the zip using winrar or winzip? if it is ok then try flashing it again.
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gr8techie thanks for the reply. i really appreciate it. just downloaded the flashable cwm however it's still the same bro. lemme tell you something though. i rooted the devices before using framaroot and everything is ok but i had to do a factory reset through the settings app in A706. i still see the superuser app in the system apps and i cant uninstall it. when i open the superuser app in the drawer it's giving me an error that the su binary is not installed and su cant install it.

scuderialoki said:
gr8techie thanks for the reply. i really appreciate it. just downloaded the flashable cwm however it's still the same bro. lemme tell you something though. i rooted the devices before using framaroot and everything is ok but i had to do a factory reset through the settings app in A706. i still see the superuser app in the system apps and i cant uninstall it. when i open the superuser app in the drawer it's giving me an error that the su binary is not installed and su cant install it.
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ok, please tell me if you have CWM installed on your device? I believe it is not installed. if this is the case, then you need to flash CWM and then try installing the zip again.
if it is installed then, i believe the super su from previous rooting maybe causing the problem. check on Playstore for a method to unroot your device. or google it. then you need to root again. hope this solves your problem.

thanks
Hi bro thanks for the reply i attached a screenshot of my root validation. I used an app to identify that. And by the way my recovery is installed. I the super su app is killing it

New page for our devices :good:
I had rooted my Lenovo A706 before You made this page You are faster than me , bro :laugh::laugh:
Hope our A706 will have more ROM, Init , Kernel that make it better

Some picture of mine, they are old ones..I am cooking some new thing on A706...:laugh: hope you like

Anyone know how to switch between few apps on lenovo A706?
long press on home button will only show the google now
Changing input method when typing also an issues i met,
anyway to change the input method when typing?

Can someone upload an official updated rom (ROW) for lenovo a706? It'll be much appreciated.

FREE CALLING SERVICE PROBLEM
guys,, may be you can help me... the problem is i can hear what other people are saying in LINE / Skype /Viber but people can't hear anything i said.

Goog, I want it
Sent from my Lenovo A706 using xda premium

silv3rmoon said:
Anyone know how to switch between few apps on lenovo A706?
long press on home button will only show the google now
Changing input method when typing also an issues i met,
anyway to change the input method when typing?
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Long press in menu button ^^
---------- Post added at 08:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:18 PM ----------
rapnix said:
FREE CALLING SERVICE PROBLEM
guys,, may be you can help me... the problem is i can hear what other people are saying in LINE / Skype /Viber but people can't hear anything i said.
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just viber bro...because maybe viber isn't usable for us now..i can use skype , line , zalo and every things else nomarly

@trithong.. bro. also in LINE and TALKRAY i encounter this problem some of us already encounter this problem what version do you have? i have A706ROW.. no problem if only chatting but if i want to use calling features that's were i encounter this kind of problem i can here them but they cannot here me

my A706 can't root.
CWM show Installation abort!
Baseband ver
A706ROW_1_A_2_0046_130604
Internal ver
A706ROW_1_S_2_001_0018_130705

NuVision TM800A510L- General Info (Root, Recovery, Unbrick)

This thread intends to be a general thread for all things about the NuVision Tablet. The aim is to help other users of this tablet to be able to root their device, get a temporary recovery and to unbrick their device. I will add the guides for the following posts below in time. This would not have been possible without help from @andrei_kr.
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Technical Specifications:
Display: 8-inch IPS HD capacitive touchscreen
Resolution: 1280 x 800
Operating System: Android 4.4 Kit Kat
Processor: Intel® Atom Processor
Memory: 1GB DDR
Storage: 16GB
Micro SD Card Slot: Yes, expandable up to 64GB
Camera - Rear: 2MP
Camera - Front: 2MP
Audio: 3.5mm stereo jack with microphone
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life: 6+ hours; results will vary based on usage and settings
Port: Micro USB
Sensor(s): Accelerometer

Backup/Root/Recovery
DISCLAIMER:
Rooting your phone and using custom Recoveries and ROM's have risks and may result in bricking your device, and has nothing to do with Google or the device manufacturers. In case of any mishap I am not responsible if you brick/ruin your phone in any way.
Basic computer skills are required and minimal knowledge about the phone and phone utilities also.
Make sure that whatever you do, you are doing it at your own responsibility.
How to backup of your stock ROM, install CWM and Root your device.
Requirements
ADB/Fastboot Drivers
Intel Android USB Drivers
SDcard (8GB of higher)
Temp recovery script
SuperSU
Steps
Download and unpack IntelAndroid-FBRL-07-24-2015.7z
Power off tab.
Hold Vol+ and press Power on the tab 5-10 seconds
You can see logo about 10 sec and after that DROIDBOOT will load
Connect USB cable to PC
Run launch.bat from IntelAndroid-FBRL-07-24-2015 folder
Type ACCEPT and press Enter
Type 5 and ENTER (cwm.zip)
Type T3 and ENTER (or T4)
CWM will load after 10 sec.
Select backup to external sd card.
After the backup is complete, copy it to the PC to ensure it's safe.
Follow steps 1-10 again and go to install zip from sdcard or external and select the SuperSU zip file and flash it.
NOTE: DO NOT FLASH ANY ROMS WITH THIS RECOVERY IT IS ONLY TEMPORARY. I DID NOT TEST XPOSED SO BE CAREFUL.
Credits
@andrei_kr
@social-design-concepts
@vampirefo
@Chainfire

Unbrick your Tab!
To unbrick your device all you simply have to do is go back to the CWM and restore your backup that you created earlier. If you don't have one, here is a copy of a working backup ---> Google Drive. Credits to @andrei_kr, say thanks!

How to fix touch!
If you unbricked your tablet and your touch isn't working, there is no need to worry. @andrei_kr has provided a guide on how to fix that touchscreen. Credits to him.
NOTE: If your touch is working then do not try this, it will mess up your touch!!
You probably got this touchscreen issue by flashing a different kernel with incorrect drivers.
Now your configuration is likely to differ from the native. You can view the konifig in command prompt or in the terminal :
Code:
cat /proc/gt9xx_config
(only mtk) or using the gtp_tools apk (it is in the attached file below).
It starts with the byte sequence: 0x41 0x1C 0x02 0xC0 0x03
0x41 - 65 version
0x1C 0x02 - 540 horizontal resolution
0xC0 0x03 - 960 vertical resolution
Touch must somehow work to press the button, if there is support otg, then it's easier, you can connect a mouse.
1. Install the gtp_tools_v2.6_20140126_special.apk
2. Go to the option Firmware update. Click refresh, see IC Version: 913_1020 then touch GT913 firmware and 1020.
3. Go to the option Config Settings, press read, the data were considered. Under Normal Config we have:
65 version
540 horizontal resolution
960 vertical resolution
4. Click browse, select click browse to the native config.
5. Native configuration take from your device, in the same paragraph, press the save (saves the backup config file). Native configuration for Fly IQ446 in the attached file. Press send.
6. If nothing has changed, look at the version you have and native config. Then change the version of the file in the native config in your hex.
Example: 0x41 = 65 home, a stranger 0x49 = 73 => replace the 0x41 to 0x49.

Xposed does work
Make sure you're rooted and have a working backup.
Download and install Xposed but don't run yet.
Version name:
2.6.1
Release type:
Stable (low risk of bugs)
Download:
de.robv.android.xposed.installer_v32_de4f0d.apk (711.77 KB)
Number of downloads:
11,141,690 in total · 8,610 in the last 24 hours
MD5 checksum:
de4f0dc569f96dbcc5668d40fa76040b
Uploaded on:
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 - 21:59
Changes:
- Fixed a crash with some apps (Disa, Rdio)
- Some minor UI improvements
- A few translation updates
Now either use an android terminal emulator or ADB and run these commands
1. su
2. echo 148 > /data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf/jit_reset_offset
3. chmod 664 /data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf/jit_reset_offset
Now you can install the Xposed framework.

max0r4axor said:
Xposed does work
Make sure you're rooted and have a working backup.
Download and install Xposed but don't run yet.
Version name:
2.6.1
Release type:
Stable (low risk of bugs)
Download:
de.robv.android.xposed.installer_v32_de4f0d.apk .
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Thanks for report.

First want to say much thanks for this thread, it was getting frustrating trying to find a solution.
I have encountered a slight issue trying to unstuck 2 of these devices.
neither have been rooted and are stock devices.
i cant seem to get cwm to locate the backup that you supplied.
do i need to copy it to the cwm backup folder on my sd card?

Jingbadguy said:
First want to say much thanks for this thread, it was getting frustrating trying to find a solution.
I have encountered a slight issue trying to unstuck 2 of these devices.
neither have been rooted and are stock devices.
i cant seem to get cwm to locate the backup that you supplied.
do i need to copy it to the cwm backup folder on my sd card?
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Yes you do. Copy it to your sd card. Btw if your device is stock why do you want to restore this one?

kirito9 said:
Yes you do. Copy it to your sd card. Btw if your device is stock why do you want to restore this one?
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both are stuck in bootloader.
i was assuming i could just just reflash...
cant find a stock copy anywhere...

Jingbadguy said:
both are stuck in bootloader.
i was assuming i could just just reflash...
cant find a stock copy anywhere...
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Oh I thought they were working. Follow the procedure above to fix.

NuVision TM101A510L
Will this method work with the NuVison TM101A510L. It seems like a lot of work to do if I'm not sure about this model. Also I have a problem with this model overheating and crashing when I play Pixel Gun 3d and it's pissing me off. I just fired off a curse filled missive to NuVision support. They don't even list this model on their registration page and it seems they have no faith in this model. I will never buy this brand again, in fact I would recommend against it to my customers. I've used Azpen tablets with no problem rooting or playing Pixel Gun 3d. I took a chance and I'm so damned sorry I did.
;angry

Thank you so much for this thread!!! I have been looking for a recovery for a few months now and cant believe I didn't find this until now...

ok so a minor problem... I cant seem to flash the recovery... Not sure if ive placed the recovery file on my sd card properly or not cause i locate a few backup files none of which have any effect. I gave up in frustration untill now. ( Currrently working on a few androids one rooting one imea changing so figured id take a crack at these devices again. THe layer of dust on these things are getting a bit thick.)

williamglick said:
Will this method work with the NuVison TM101A510L. It seems like a lot of work to do if I'm not sure about this model. Also I have a problem with this model overheating and crashing when I play Pixel Gun 3d and it's pissing me off. I just fired off a curse filled missive to NuVision support. They don't even list this model on their registration page and it seems they have no faith in this model. I will never buy this brand again, in fact I would recommend against it to my customers. I've used Azpen tablets with no problem rooting or playing Pixel Gun 3d. I took a chance and I'm so damned sorry I did.
;angry
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I think the models numbers are specific so I can't say for certain that this will work with your tab. Try the fastboot/rooting procedure first and then maybe you can just restore the system partition only not corrupting the boot/kernel.

Unidave199 said:
Thank you so much for this thread!!! I have been looking for a recovery for a few months now and cant believe I didn't find this until now...
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You're welcome. I waited months also before finding a working backup.

Jingbadguy said:
ok so a minor problem... I cant seem to flash the recovery... Not sure if ive placed the recovery file on my sd card properly or not cause i locate a few backup files none of which have any effect. I gave up in frustration untill now. ( Currrently working on a few androids one rooting one imea changing so figured id take a crack at these devices again. THe layer of dust on these things are getting a bit thick.)
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You are using the fastboot method correct? If the recovery script says finished as in no errors show on the screen then it could be the device itself. What do you see?

kirito9 said:
You are using the fastboot method correct? If the recovery script says finished as in no errors show on the screen then it could be the device itself. What do you see?
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ill let you know just as soon as i can get back to working on those devices... im prety sure if memory serves correctly, that I was getting some errors regarding unable to mound sd or ext sd. I could be wrong but thats what comes to mind.
Im up to my neck in jobs on other devices. (rooting galaxy S5, changing imei on another S5, IMEI change on a LG Stylo 2 plus, Galaxy Tab 2 system issues need to diagnose, and several screen and lcd replacments)

STUCK
ok so i have a little time to work on these....
When i run the launch.bat and get to fastboot, it goes through the instalation and everything checks ok till the very end where it says failed cause too many links.
included the screenshot so you can see.
At this point im unsure if i just need to try flashing the supersu zip like it instructs but having tried befor it had no luck.
can I not just flash twrp on this thing then su like with most root methods?

after ive flashed super su, when i go to restor the working backup i see a list of backups... including yours but when i select it i always get :
checking md5 sums...
md5 mismatch!
what now?
(i tried just flashing the boot but even that comes back with same error)
I know on other devices the recovery is an img file any the one you provide is a rar... i extracted to my desktop and was gonna try flashing with abd/fastboot but since its not an img file, im thinking it wont work...
any thoughts?
Im still unsure how to flash the recovery that u supply in the section for fixing bootloop....

Jingbadguy said:
ok so i have a little time to work on these....
When i run the launch.bat and get to fastboot, it goes through the instalation and everything checks ok till the very end where it says failed cause too many links.
included the screenshot so you can see.
At this point im unsure if i just need to try flashing the supersu zip like it instructs but having tried befor it had no luck.
can I not just flash twrp on this thing then su like with most root methods?
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The too many links error is common for this device. Touch doesn't work with TWRP on this device so CWM is out only go. You can root and using cwm like any other root method.

[ROM][6.0.1][CM13][UNOFFICIAL] Cyanogenmod 13 for Lenovo A760

DISCLAIMER: I do not own/build this ROM, This is not my work. I am posting this thread to help other Lenovo A760 users.
How to Install CM13 (Cyanogenmod 13) UNOFFICIAL 6.0.1 Marshmallow on Lenovo A760​
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You are making these modifications to your device. I am not responsible for whatever happens to your phone, shall this process fail. You understand that I cannot be held responsible if you do not follow directions and brick your device. You are the only person responsible if you brick your device, as you are the one choosing to modify your device. You are voiding your warranty by rooting, making modifications, and install custom roms. I encourage you to READ CAREFULLY before following along and continuing to void your warranty. A fair knowledge of ADB and ROM flashing might be needed . You have been warned! Not following directions CAN result in a soft or hard brick. Thank you for if you read all of this!
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Known Bugs:​
- No FM Radio
- Screen Recorder app causing phone to reboot (please do not use the app)
(All the links for download will be available at the end of these steps)
Step 1
Download cm-13.0-20160502-UNOFFICIAL-audi.zip and A-GAPPS 6.0.1.zip and save it under root directory in your phone's SD Card.
WARNING!! Step 4 to Step 9 will erase your Internal Storage. PLEASE BACKUP of all your files in Internal Storage (NOT SD Card) before proceed further!!
Step 2
Download the Qualcomm QPST zip, and install it on your Computer. (You may restart the computer after finished installation to make sure the driver is in effect)
Step 3
Power off your phone, take the battery out. Connect it with USB cable to the computer.
Step 4
Press & Hold (Vol +), (Vol -) & (Power Button) while its connected to your computer until you feel its vibrate 2x times. (check at the computer taskbar and see if device called Qualcomm CDMA Technologies MSM connected) DO NOT press FORMAT/ERASE drive if your computer prompt it. Just click cancel if the message appear.
Step 5
Download the HDD Raw Copy Tool and double click it to execute the application. You can now see 'Qualcomm MMC Storage' shown in the software.
Step 6
Download Lenovo_A760.imgc. Under the 'Qualcomm MMC Storage' line, there is another 'FILE' line, double click the line and select your downloaded Lenovo_A760.imgc
Step 7
Once your Lenovo_A760.imgc selected, it will display 'Please select TARGET' message. Click the 'Qualcomm MMC Storage' line and click the Continue>> button
Step 8
Click START and confirm to continue the process. This will take up to 20minutes.
Step 9
Once it shows 100% complete, you may remove the phone from USB cable, and insert back the battery. DO NOT power it on yet.
Step 10
Press & Hold (Vol +), (Vol -) & (Power Button) to go to Recovery Mode. Once you are in TWRP recovery, press ‘Wipe’, and swipe to proceed wipe/factory reset.
Step 11
Press 'Install' and select your cm-13.0-20160502-UNOFFICIAL-audi.zip.
Swipe to Install your zip. Press ‘Reboot system’ at the bottom.
Voila! you will be greeted with Cyanogenmod Boot Animation. Please proceed with the necessary steps to setup your phone for first time.
Step 13
Once booted up, go to Settings, scroll down until ‘About phone’. Tap on ‘Build Number’ for few times until a message appear: ‘You have enabled development settings!’.
Step 14
Go back once, and tap on ‘Developer options’. Turn on ‘Advanced reboot’ in Developer options, and scroll down a bit to set ‘Root access’ to ‘Apps and ADB’.
The following steps are only for those of you who want to install Google Apps:
Step 15
Press & Hold the Power button, select Reboot, and then select ‘Recovery’
Step 16
In the Recovery, press 'Install' and select your A-GAPPS 6.0.1.zip. Swipe to Install your zip. Once finished, just Press the ‘Wipe dalvik/cache’ button at bottom. After that, press ‘Reboot system’ again.
If your google Contacts does not sync, download the 'Google Contact Sync 6.0.1' apk and install & replace the current version in your phone.
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If you are facing the ‘Unfortunately Setup Wizard Has Stopped’ or ‘Unfortunately Google Play Services Has Stopped’ errors, you may follow this steps:
For Setup Wizard, go settings, scroll down to ‘Memory’ > ‘Memory used by apps’ > ‘Setup Wizard’ > (Press i in the circle) > ‘Permissions’ > Turn on the options for ‘Contacts’ & “Phone’
For Google Play services, go settings, scroll down to ‘Memory’ > ‘Memory used by apps’ > ‘Google Play services’ > (Press i in the circle) > ‘Permissions’ > Turn on all the options
Download links
Qualcomm QPST: http://www.x-drivers.com/catalog/flash/mobile_phones/companies/qualcomm/models/qpst/12051
HDD Raw Copy Tool: http://viid.me/q0YITi
Lenovo_A760.imgc: http://viid.me/q0YH1w
Download CM13 Unofficial: http://viid.me/q0I8UI
Google Apps for Android 6.0: http://viid.me/q0I6nC
Google Contact Sync 6.0.1: http://viid.me/q0HCDh
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Credits
• Vlad Den from Youtube for HDD RAW Copy flash guide: https://goo.gl/i6bK9k
• Weritos from 4pda.ru forum for Cyanogenmod 13 UNOFFICIAL Rom: https://goo.gl/NdYfuS
• A-TEAM from XDA developers forum for Gapps: https://goo.gl/7A6kyX
• ZENELKA MILKO from Lenovo A706 Indonesia FB Group: https://goo.gl/wFKOsZ
• APKMirror for Google Contact Sync: https://goo.gl/mRJH8y

Hi mellomade,
Thanks for this ... I'm using another phone now running Lollipop, but still have the A760 running unofficial CM11.0. as a backup, I've downloaded all files, and will give it a go at a later date ... I'm between cataracts eye operations right one fixed, left should be done soon, I can't get new reading glasses until then, so I'm struggling with anything close-up right now. ...Jack

jachol said:
Hi mellomade,
Thanks for this ... I'm using another phone now running Lollipop, but still have the A760 running unofficial CM11.0. as a backup, I've downloaded all files, and will give it a go at a later date ... I'm between cataracts eye operations right one fixed, left should be done soon, I can't get new reading glasses until then, so I'm struggling with anything close-up right now. ...Jack
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Hi Jachol. Good to hear some of us are still hang on to A760. No worries, do post here if you have any questions about the installation process. Get well soon!

mellomade said:
Hi Jachol. Good to hear some of us are still hang on to A760. No worries, do post here if you have any questions about the installation process. Get well soon!
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mellomade ... The A760 has always worked well for me, I wouldn't scrap it, I only have the newer one because it came as a present ( so far it's been equally as good).
I've been studying the instructions, and guess steps 1-9 install the new TWRP recovery, the new ROM installation is then normal TWRP procedure.
I do have TWRP recovery v.2.6.3.0 already installed, but I'm sure it isn't compatible with latest android versions, so no chance of an install via that
It will be interesting to see if others from the old thread pick up your link.Thanks again. .. Jack

jachol said:
mellomade ... The A760 has always worked well for me, I wouldn't scrap it, I only have the newer one because it came as a present ( so far it's been equally as good).
I've been studying the instructions, and guess steps 1-9 install the new TWRP recovery, the new ROM installation is then normal TWRP procedure.
I do have TWRP recovery v.2.6.3.0 already installed, but I'm sure it isn't compatible with latest android versions, so no chance of an install via that
It will be interesting to see if others from the old thread pick up your link.Thanks again. .. Jack
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Great! Actually, Starting from lollipop, rom installs require larger internal space. Since we barely have sufficient space for system on our A760, the internal storage needs to be repartition (done by HDD Raw copy tool). Luckily the provided image 'Lenovo_A760.imgc' will automatically install the updated recovery TWRP 2.8.7 (compatible for the rom install) so we dont have to.
I do think others from the old thread already shifted to other phones

The QPST link given is no more. Any chance you have another download link? Preferably one without malware, as there seems to be some of them floating around.
Thanks

astudent said:
The QPST link given is no more. Any chance you have another download link? Preferably one without malware, as there seems to be some of them floating around.
Thanks
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I have updated with new download link (now its working). Sorry for the ads. You can click the 'Skip the ad' button after waiting for 5 seconds, or you can Google Qualcomm QPST if you prefer not to click it.

GM mellomade,
I have CM13 flashed OK now + the updated recovery, I'm finding heavy it on battery consumption,
mine loses 25% overnight with no additional apps installed as yet.
This is much higher than the unofficial CM11 Rom I have been using,
I've restricted some of google services in Privacy guard, this has helped a little
but I see no other way of reducing battery drain.
How do you find yours ?, and any suggestions please ?. ... J.

jachol said:
GM mellomade,
I have CM13 flashed OK now + the updated recovery, I'm finding heavy it on battery consumption,
mine loses 25% overnight with no additional apps installed as yet.
This is much higher than the unofficial CM11 Rom I have been using,
I've restricted some of google services in Privacy guard, this has helped a little
but I see no other way of reducing battery drain.
How do you find yours ?, and any suggestions please ?. ... J.
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I was having the same experience too. I use Greenify App from play store, and put ALL apps into hibernation, except the one I required their notification to be alive (e.g; WhatsApp). That helps too. I guess that is one of disadvantages having an unofficial build, because it is not natively supported for our phone. Hence the high battery drain issue. On the bright side, we get to experience the latest (even though not updated) ROM :victory:

mellomade said:
I was having the same experience too. I use Greenify App from play store, and put ALL apps into hibernation, except the one I required their notification to be alive (e.g; WhatsApp). That helps too. I guess that is one of disadvantages having an unofficial build, because it is not natively supported for our phone. Hence the high battery drain issue. On the bright side, we get to experience the latest (even though not updated) ROM :victory:
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OK, Thought I may have a problem with ROM download, I did try a reflash which didn't help any. I'll try Greenify later, one thing I like about this ROM is the minimal system apps used (no bloatware).
My present phone (X-BO 06) running Lollipop, has a setting which allows the phone to switch off/on automatically overnight which is great for battery saving, I must see if i can find an app that does the same. Thanks again for the info. ... J. :highfive:

jachol said:
OK, Thought I may have a problem with ROM download, I did try a reflash which didn't help any. I'll try Greenify later, one thing I like about this ROM is the minimal system apps used (no bloatware).
My present phone (X-BO 06) running Lollipop, has a setting which allows the phone to switch off/on automatically overnight which is great for battery saving, I must see if i can find an app that does the same. Thanks again for the info. ... J. :highfive:
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aah.. we do have that auto start & shutdown setting on our official rom (4.1.2). Im guessing you want that functionality without installing any new apps right? If not, you may look into Phone Schedule from play store. It support android 6.0. No prob

mellomade said:
aah.. we do have that auto start & shutdown setting on our official rom (4.1.2). Im guessing you want that functionality without installing any new apps right? If not, you may look into Phone Schedule from play store. It support android 6.0. No prob
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mellomade,
Are you saying that we do have the Off/On option with this lollipop ROM ?, if so I haven't found that it in settings, I will take another look, it does make a big difference to battery saving. ... J.

jachol said:
mellomade,
Are you saying that we do have the Off/On option with this lollipop ROM ?, if so I haven't found that it in settings, I will take another look, it does make a big difference to battery saving. ... J.
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No no no. I think you may have misinterpreted my message there. I did mention, on our official rom, which is 4.1.2, the A760_1_A_2_0057_130828 updates from Lenovo. Sadly not on this unofficial cm build. However you can check out greenify, it does makes a lot difference if you hibernate unused apps. Hence, if this is your secondary phone, you may even hibernate all apps (which can significantly reduce battery consumption) without have to worry about any incoming notifications, am I right.

mellomade said:
No no no. I think you may have misinterpreted my message there. I did mention, on our official rom, which is 4.1.2, the A760_1_A_2_0057_130828 updates from Lenovo. Sadly not on this unofficial cm build. However you can check out greenify, it does makes a lot difference if you hibernate unused apps. Hence, if this is your secondary phone, you may even hibernate all apps (which can significantly reduce battery consumption) without have to worry about any incoming notifications, am I right.
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Ah yes !, gotcha now ... total misunderstanding this end, and yes I've installed greenify, it helps a lot. Thanks again. ... J.

Can you please give a device tree of this rom.I really need it.