I wanted Lollipop on my Moto G, so I unlocked the bootloader and installed TWRP. I attempted to flash CM12, and it is stuck in a bootloop. I want to go back to stock now, but I can't because my PC won't recognize my phone in fastboot anymore. I'm freaking out here, please help! I feel really stupid and should've waited for the official OTA!
Moto G XT1034 (US GSM)
Did you do a full wipe before booting CM12?
audit13 said:
Did you do a full wipe before booting CM12?
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I fixed the issue. I use mfastboot and flashed the stock firmware. And yes, I did use a full wipe, I've read people online having issues and apparently the correct way to flash CM12 is to flash CM11 first.
Yeah, if you directly flash cm12 over stock bootloop occurs.Clean Flashing cm11 first and then dirty flash cm12 over that solves the issue.
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Okay, I'll start with the problem. After a few days I flashed the Moto G GPE Firmware using MotoTool, from the xda forums. Everything was great, but I downloaded a ROM (Paranoid Android), made a Backup, and flashed it as usual. When the phone booted, an encryption unsuccessful message popped up. I rebooted into recovery and restored my last backup. I saw in xda that the problem was probably generated by using the GPE version, so today I downloaded my stock firmware, flashed it, but the phone got stuck on the logo. Tried the same with another firmwares, and still got the same problem. I rebooted into the Bootloader, flashed TWRP, flashed the PhilZ GPE recovery, sideloaded PA again, got the same problem. Flashed CarbonROM (after doing every wipe and stuff), and got the same message. Tried CM11, didn't worked. But the problem is...
How can I correctly flash my original firmware if it's not working? I need to go back to the "normal" Moto G, so I can flash ROMs and stuff.
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Finally fixed it flashing the 4.4 US Retail. I was trying to flash the 4.3 US Retail, from the GPE Firmware, and it wouldn't work because the gpt.bin command always failed.
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I have XT1031 with unlocked boot loader and twrp. I tried flashing cm11 M5, C-Rom and AOSPA but the phone went to a bootloop always. I have rooted my phone. I also tried flashing with cwm philz.
Also a month ago I flashed CM11 but after that I switched to stock and on flashing now bootloop occurs
I did factory reset every time and wiped cache.
Please help
The same thing happens to me, can you send the safety copy?, I need It urgently, my telephone has remained unusable and the last option is to restore a backup with the original rom.
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Falcon G said:
I have XT1031 with unlocked boot loader and twrp. I tried flashing cm11 M5, C-Rom and AOSPA but the phone went to a bootloop always. I have rooted my phone. I also tried flashing with cwm philz.
Also a month ago I flashed CM11 but after that I switched to stock and on flashing now bootloop occurs
I did factory reset every time and wiped cache.
Please help
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I do not know if my guide will work with XT1031, but you can try converting to GPE and after flashing those roms. For XT1033 this is the procedure. As XT1031 is CDMA, it is better having a backup of your stock rom and skipping the fastboot flash fsg fsg.img and modem parts.
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I do not know if my guide will work with XT1031, but you can try converting to GPE and after flashing those roms. For XT1033 this is the procedure. As XT1031 is CDMA, it is better having a backup of your stock rom and skipping the fastboot flash fsg fsg.img and modem parts.
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Thanks For the reply. I tried but the GPE image does not work on CDMA version
This is usually caused by having the wrong or corrupt boot.img Try installing the stock image using one of the guides in this forum. Cheers.
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I do not know if my guide will work with XT1031, but you can try converting to GPE and after flashing those roms. For XT1033 this is the procedure. As XT1031 is CDMA, it is better having a backup of your stock rom and skipping the fastboot flash fsg fsg.img and modem parts.
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Hi I was able to make GPE flash in my phone with the help of a nandroid backup. However it shows encryption when I start it. Can you tell me how to just change the partition to ex4 and then use the nandroid backup
Falcon G said:
Hi I was able to make GPE flash in my phone with the help of a nandroid backup. However it shows encryption when I start it. Can you tell me how to just change the partition to ex4 and then use the nandroid backup
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PhilZ Touch Recovery has a f2fs to ext4 option.
Wipe and Format Options > Custom Format Options
I've attached the gpt.bin from the 4.4.4 GPE firmware image, flashing it via fastboot should also make the userdata partition ext4, allowing you to boot. Also make sure you flash the GPE kernel here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2649763
fastboot flash partition gpt.bin
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PhilZ Touch Recovery has a f2fs to ext4 option.
Wipe and Format Options > Custom Format Options
I've attached the gpt.bin from the 4.4.4 GPE firmware image, flashing it via fastboot should also make the userdata partition ext4, allowing you to boot. Also make sure you flash the GPE kernel here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2649763
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I think this messed up my device now I cannot flash my original partition as it says downgrade faliure. Please suggest something
The error on bootloader while flashing the gpt is version downgrade for primary_gpt
Here are some 4.4.2 XT1031 firmware images. Try flashing them in fastboot - guide if needed.
XT1031 4.4.2 Boost US
http://www.filefactory.com/file/2krak4mqeqpp/ACG_XT1031_4.4.2_KXB20.9-1.10-1.43_CFC_1FF.xml.zip
http://www.filefactory.com/file/2clysykpzh85/USC_XT1031_4.4.2_KXB20.9-1.10-1.9_CFC_1FF.xml.zip
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Here are some 4.4.2 XT1031 firmware images. Try flashing them in fastboot - guide if needed.
XT1031 4.4.2 Boost US
http://www.filefactory.com/file/2krak4mqeqpp/ACG_XT1031_4.4.2_KXB20.9-1.10-1.43_CFC_1FF.xml.zip
http://www.filefactory.com/file/2clysykpzh85/USC_XT1031_4.4.2_KXB20.9-1.10-1.9_CFC_1FF.xml.zip
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Hey it didn't work but can you give me the gpt file from 4.4.4 UK firmware. I'm sorry but I cannot download the whole firmware as my speed is really slow
Here is the one from the Retail EU firmware which is the same.
Hello forum, basically, when I got my moto G, it was on 4.3, so I did all the bits, and the step i did after all the rooting unlocking etc was upgraded my bootloader to the lollipop one (ending in 8 i believe) - which i wish i didnt do, and cant downgrade to 4.4.4 (or can I without bricking)......right back to the story.......the problem now is, whenever i try uninstalling apps, or wiping data in any app etc, my phone does a reboot, I installed the brazillian 5.0.2 flashable rom (the optimised one) which worked perfectly, did all the correct wipes etc, but it reboots when uninstalling apps......, and thought i would try dirty unicorns....works well except the rebooting problem...... help....what can I do????????
I read somewhere that maybe to solve it, you gotta change runtime from dalvik to ART, but there is no option to change this....
There are no 5.0.2 uk images available that i have read (so i cant completely get back to complete factory settings)
I really wished i kept the KK bootloader!!!! so who can help me????? I want to try some of the great CM11 builds!!!
Since your bootloader is unlocked and you have the lollipop bootloader, I suggest flashing the stock 4.4.4 (not 4.4.2) ROM for your xt1032 (you will not be able to flash the motoboot file so don't bother trying), upgrade the Motorola apps via Play store, and take the 5.02 OTA update.
FInd your stock ROM here: http://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27/?sort=filename&order=ASC&show=100&page=1
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Since your bootloader is unlocked and you have the lollipop bootloader, I suggest flashing the stock 4.4.4 (not 4.4.2) ROM for your xt1032 (you will not be able to flash the motoboot file so don't bother trying), upgrade the Motorola apps via Play store, and take the 5.02 OTA update.
FInd your stock ROM here: http://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27/?sort=filename&order=ASC&show=100&page=1
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do i have to update to 5.0.2 again? as i want to try cm11 again
@audit13 is this a flashable zip, or do you need to do it via fastboot? as its got a bootloader included in the zip (4.4.4 kitkat bootloader)
The files from filefactory need to be unzipped and flashed via fastboot or mfastboot.
You do not need to do anything with the stock ROM if you want to install a custom ROM. All you need to do is install a compatible custom recovery and a custom ROM. I suggest flashing right to the latest CM12 rather than using CM11.
I suggested flashing back to the stock for your phone and upgrading to 5.02 via OTA to see if the uninstall problem goes away.
yep understood @audit13 read your other posts on this matter too, the reason I want to use a cm11 rom, is I had a moto g about 8-9 months ago, and there was a rom i loved, and it was cm11 based......will i brick if i do flash this cm11 rom? i know about flickering bug, and possible hard brick if i went back to versions below 4.4.4 ...... and i love cyanogenmod roms, as i dont get irritating moto updates etc
Flashing CM11 should not be a problem as CM11 ROMs do not touch the bootloader or modem.
so basically, downgrade to the 4.4.4 firmware file, and cm11 and im done? yeah?
You can try to flash cm11 directly over stock 5.02. If it doesn't work, you may have to flash back to stock 4.4.4, install recovery, and then flash cm11.
Hi guys, I have a Moto G 4G LTE Peregrine XT1045 that I've been using for over almost 2 years, I really like smaller phones and this one has been reliable. I rooted, unlocked bootloader and flashed TWRP 2.7.1.0 almost as soon as I got phone and installed SlimKat ROM (4.4.4). At the time I got phone I believe stock ROM was 4.4.3. I have tried with no success to move away from SlimKat and try other ROMs, every time I attempt flash a new ROM on TWRP 2.7.1.0 I get a error about zip binarys. I thought maybe I should update TWRP and tried version 2.8.X.X and 3.0.0.0 but both of those have graphical issues on screen when I boot to recovery, the screen becomes shacky and staticky, I attempt to flash any ROM other than SlimKat (including stock 4.4.4 and 5.X.X) and now I get a "Error 7..." (When using TWRP 2.8.X.X or 3.0.0.0) which from the research I've done seems to tell me that this means the ROM does not go with phone. I'm no expert but I have been rooting and flashing ROMs since my original G1 (First Android phone ever). I've since gone back to TWRP 2.7.1.0 and SlimKat 4.4.4 until I find a solution. I suspect I need to get new baseband that came with stock 5.1 update but I'm open to any help, thanks guys.
Boot into latest TWRP and Format Data (Wipe > Format DATA > Yes) - This step is essential, and will wipe Internal Storage (Downloads, Music, Photos etc, **backup important files**)
The graphical issue is due to having an older Bootloader version. This utility will upgrade your phone to latest Bootloader (v41.1A): http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/falcon-bootloader-upgrader-tool-t3093793
5.1 Radio / Baseband Firmware are here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/4g-development/rom-stock-motorola-4g-lollipop-rom-t3142816
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Boot into latest TWRP and Format Data (Wipe > Format DATA > Yes) - This step is essential, and will wipe Internal Storage (Downloads, Music, Photos etc, **backup important files**)
The graphical issue is due to having an older Bootloader version. This utility will upgrade your phone to latest Bootloader (v41.1A): http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/falcon-bootloader-upgrader-tool-t3093793
5.1 Radio / Baseband Firmware are here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/4g-development/rom-stock-motorola-4g-lollipop-rom-t3142816
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lost101 said:
Boot into latest TWRP and Format Data (Wipe > Format DATA > Yes) - This step is essential, and will wipe Internal Storage (Downloads, Music, Photos etc, **backup important files**)
The graphical issue is due to having an older Bootloader version. This utility will upgrade your phone to latest Bootloader (v41.1A): http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/falcon-bootloader-upgrader-tool-t3093793
5.1 Radio / Baseband Firmware are here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/4g-development/rom-stock-motorola-4g-lollipop-rom-t3142816
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Thanks for the suggestions, I did do full format, three times before I flash but I hadn't considered the bootloader, will try that next. Thank you very much.
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Thanks for the suggestions, I did do full format, three times before I flash but I hadn't considered the bootloader, will try that next. Thank you very much.
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Just to be clear, that format option is specific. A factory reset is not the same thing.
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Just to be clear, that format option is specific. A factory reset is not the same thing.
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Yea, full format so that even file scructured are wiped lol. Like I said I'm no expert but I'm no noob, I've hacked around with every android device I've had since my G1. I suspect the bootloader will have been the issue all along, thanks.
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Just to be clear, that format option is specific. A factory reset is not the same thing.
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Thanks again, new bootloader did the trick :laugh: , installed it and flashed latest TWRP and no more squigly screen! I then tried a stock debloated XT1045 ROM but still "Error 7" so tried SaberMod 5.1.1 and that worked like a charm (would also "Error 7" before). Any idea why the Stock 5.1.1 wont work still?
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Thanks again, new bootloader did the trick :laugh: , installed it and flashed latest TWRP and no more squigly screen! I then tried a stock debloated XT1045 ROM but still "Error 7" so tried SaberMod 5.1.1 and that worked like a charm (would also "Error 7" before). Any idea why the Stock 5.1.1 wont work still?
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U tried installing the stock version from the fastboot?? (factory images)
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I then tried a stock debloated XT1045 ROM but still "Error 7" so tried SaberMod 5.1.1 and that worked like a charm (would also "Error 7" before). Any idea why the Stock 5.1.1 wont work still?
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Try flashing the entire XT1045 5.1 Factory Firmware Image first; then the Optimized ROM.
Firmware Images: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/index-moto-g-falcon-factory-firmware-t3110795
Fastboot Tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2542219
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Try flashing the entire XT1045 5.1 Factory Firmware Image first; then the Optimized ROM.
Firmware Images: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/index-moto-g-falcon-factory-firmware-t3110795
Fastboot Tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2542219
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Thnx will try that.
I wanna Downgrade back to Stock 5.1 but my question is, do I have any problems with bootloader, flickering or OTA's if I downgrade from 6.0.1 CM13 to 5.1 Pure Stock?
And should I think about something before I downgrade?
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You can do it through MFastboot method, and you won't have any problem at all. Just download right version for your region and you're done.
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You can do it through MFastboot method, and you won't have any problem at all. Just download right version for your region and you're done.
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I got a flashable zip?
can i flash it or do i need to use the mfastboot method?
It will be fine with that flashable ZIP... it's just like another ROM. I told you MFastboot method because that way you're making sure that everything is stock and not Modified.
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It will be fine with that flashable ZIP... it's just like another ROM. I told you MFastboot method because that way you're making sure that everything is stock and not Modified.
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Is a factory reset/ all wipe not enough to flash it normaly?
or why mfastboot?
Well, If you want everything Stock then you must do it through MFastboot method. with the ZIP that you have it will be a stock ROM; but your Recovery and Bootlogo still are modded (Recovery will be CWM or TWRP, and your bootlogo stays the same you have right now, not the warning you get when you unlock the Bootloader)
Edit: both ways to do it are fine... Just different results at the end.
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Well, If you want everything Stock then you must do it through MFastboot method. with the ZIP that you have it will be a stock ROM; but your Recovery and Bootlogo still are modded (Recovery will be CWM or TWRP, and your bootlogo stays the same you have right now, not the warning you get when you unlock the Bootloader)
Edit: both ways to do it are fine... Just different results at the end.
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So what are the results if I only flash it instead of mfastboot?
Flash Zip: Stock ROM, modified recovery, and if in the past you flashed a bootlogo it will stay the same. (If in the future you want to flash again CM or any other ROM this is the best)
Mfastboot: Stock ROM, stock recovery, and stock bootlogo (the one with the warning of unlocked bootloader) (if in the future you want to flash again CM or other ROM you'll have to flash the recovery first and then flash your ROM)
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Flash Zip: Stock ROM, modified recovery, and if in the past you flashed a bootlogo it will stay the same. (If in the future you want to flash again CM or any other ROM this is the best)
Mfastboot: Stock ROM, stock recovery, and stock bootlogo (the one with the warning of unlocked bootloader) (if in the future you want to flash again CM or other ROM you'll have to flash the recovery first and then flash your ROM)
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Okay thx for the Info
But my phone will not get bricked or flickering because of bootloader?
I know it gets bricked if I go from MM to KK.
It won't... Flicker happens because some kernel implementations changed from KitKat to Lollipop. And the bricked devices were because people tried to flash KitKat bootloader (motoboot.bin) and partition table (gpt.bin or something like that) on top of Lollipop.
But as our Moto G 1st gen didn't get past Official Lollipop there isn't a new bootloader version released. And CM13 is implemented over the same Lollipop bootloader. So don't worry about bricking your device if you wanna downgrade to Stock Lollipop.
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It won't... Flicker happens because some kernel implementations changed from KitKat to Lollipop. And the bricked devices were because people tried to flash KitKat bootloader (motoboot.bin) and partition table (gpt.bin or something like that) on top of Lollipop.
But as our Moto G 1st gen didn't get past Official Lollipop there isn't a new bootloader version released. And CM13 is implemented over the same Lollipop bootloader. So don't worry about bricking your device if you wanna downgrade to Stock Lollipop.
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Okay Thanks
I think not brick