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[TESTED ON ANDROID MM] [MANY TIMES] [Easy & safest root method 4 Moto X Play XT1562]
Hello User's !
I have tested, many time and its completely safe for your device.
Note: Only for Moto X Play XT1562 Device Only.
Tested On MARSHMALLOW
Required soft things !
1. Unlock Your boot-loader.
2. Must have Motorola USB driver.
3. Must have Super su binary.
4. Must have TWRP recovery.
5. Must fastboot.
How/Step ? !
Mail me on Mod Edit to get (usb dirver, super su binary, twrp recovery)
Note: I will give your downloadable link with steps.
THIS IS FASTED AND SECURE WAY
Thanks !
When you are ready to post actual links, let me know and I'll reopen this thread.
But until then, thread closed. Asking people to message you privately for files is not what XDA is about. :good:
Hi,
I'm currently waiting for buy the Xperia XZ. I check some of XDA's thread and with Sony's smartphone I'm still afraid. So I want to know if there is a thread gathering all the detailled step to root, install TWRP, flash latest firmware, install custom ROM etc... ?
Thanks a lot
[Guide] Here is the DHGE guide for rooting SONY devices 2019-04
Changelog at the bottom of this post.
nathan30 said:
if there is a thread gathering all the detailed step to root, install TWRP, flash latest firmware, install custom ROM etc... ?
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No - but you can find all you need to know here in this forum or in the devices-fora later than Z3+ or SONY-cross-device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony
Good introductory (written for devices before Z3+):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/noob-guide-to-sony-ericsson-xperia-t3209012
It is still valid but the 2015 and newer devices are not rootable anymore as described thanks to DM-Verity.
For rooting the current device you have to open the bootloader.
Any claims to the contrary found "on the web" are only tricks to have you install "interesting" software on a Windows PC.
Do you want root?
A classic post to help you decide
No:
wait for the OTA-updates from SONY (over the air - prosaic?)
don't like waiting or want to downgrade: get Flashtool http://www.flashtool.net
it comes with Xperifirm that finds you the latest ROM
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Unfortunately Xperifirm only finds the latest ROM (the only available on SONYs servers) so you better keep your downloads (>2 GBytes each) or find an older ROM in case you need it (xda has a search function). Here you'll find some ROM-versions: https://xpericheck.com
since my Xperia XZ/XZ1 I occasionally have problems with Flashtool that it requires a FSC-script which does not come with it or can not easily be copied from a similar device.
Now I use Newflasher https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426 by @munjeni. This is a command line tool that for me unfortunately only works under Windows (have JDK issues under Debian).
You unpack the ROM (ftf-file) and place the newflasher.exe in the directory where you unpacked to. Then you start the device in flash mode (power on while holding the volume down key) and run the tool from the command line as administrator/root.
If you do not delete userdata.sin you will initiate the equivalent of a factory reset (aka loose all your data and settings!). For an upgrade within the same Andoid version I always delete userdata.sin before newflashing.
Yes:
As stated above, you need to unlock the bootloader to modify the system software on your device. Fortunately SONY gives (for non-carrier-locked) devices the option to unlock the bootloader.
Check if unlocking is allowed: in the service menu (dial *#*#7378423#*#* or *#*#SERVICE#*#* ) check under "Service Info"->"Configuration" the line "Bootloader unlock allowed:"
If you read anything other than "Yes" Stop here!
No: flashing another SONY Rom ("Customized CountryX") does not help you.
Hint: there is an app "SONY service menu" in the app-repository (F-Droid or Google).
OK - you can Now it is your last chance to save your device keys or "backup the trim area partition"
You should do this if you ever want to return to a SONY "blessed" state. e.g claiming service in countries where warranty is not for devices with unlocked bootloader or you want to sell it.
There are some device specific kernels out there whose authors state that they mitigate all DRM issues once the TA is restored. I guess you need these kernels otherwise restoring the TA locks up your device ...
Otherwise do not bother with restoring the TA-partition. Doing so after the next steps will soft brick your device.
Now you have to prepare your PC with some drivers in order to start the backup process:
Go to SONY's developver world http://developer.sonymobile.com
Under "Downloads" you will find the drivers for the XZ or any other device http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/xperia-xz/
These drivers are for Windows, do not bother if you are running a free operating system.
To get fastboot running you might additionally have to find the "fastboot_driver" in the download area. Put the content of the ZIP-file into the directory where you you unzipped the device driver and install it via right-clicking on the file android_winusb.inf.
Install these drivers if you are a Windows user. Under Windows 8 and newer there could be problems with installing "non signed" drivers.
Do a web/xda search to circumvent this security measure of Microsoft or do click on reboot while holding the shift-key and figure it out yourself.
http://www.flashtool.net/win8drivers.php
When you are installing: You also need to install the programs adb and fastboot.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
If you are running a free operating system: search for adb/fastboot or Android SDK in your repository and install these.
Running Linux it helps to insert the udev-rule mentioned in http://www.flashtool.net/lininstall.php otherwise you have to run esp. fastboot with root-privileges (not recommended, although the udev rule saves no punches ...)
On Android on your SONY device you have to be root to save a partition - catch 22 :crying: ...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catch-22
Don't fear the ... / catch: For Android Marshmallow ROMs, e.g. up to version 39.0.A.3.30 of the Xperia XZ ROM, exists an exploit of the copy on write function in the Linux kernel that gets you root privileges temporarily.
On newer devices where there is no Marshmallow ROM with a vulnerable kernel available you are out of luck until another exploit is found.
Follow https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
Hint: In post #21 is described how to restore the TA (read the last sentence! -> you have to flash a stock ROM after restore).
If it does not work the first time let the tarnished bovine do its stride several times more.
Or: Repeat the process until success.
If you are already on Nougat you must downgrade the system ROM (see above) to use the exploit and backup the TA-partition.
The latest exploit that is available for devices that came out with Oreo uses a different exploit.
Search for this exploit in the specific forum or on "Sony Cross Device". If you are already on Pie you have to download an Oreo ROM for your device.
This is similar to the procedure described above that has the Xperia XZ in mind.
TA-partiton backed up?
Now the non-reversible part:
Under http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/ you request an unlock code.
READ, READ what SONY have written there!
- You will lose some DRM functionality: https://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/loss-drm-keys-t2890936
- Your device will factory reset. You have a backup?
You can get the IMEI-number from the original package of your phone (if you have good eye sight and nobody swapped the boxes) or pull a tab from the side of the phone (you do not want to do that) or print a screen shot of the relevant page of your service menu or head into settings->about device->status->IMEI-Info.
You follow SONY's instructions to unlock the bootloader and hold your breath as after a long reboot everything on your device is wiped. On the newer devices you get an ugly warning "the device can't be trusted anymore".
NEVER EVER enable the MyXperia software from now on!
On some devices this in combination with an unlocked bootloader will hard brick your device.
Here was a link to fxpblog where they destroyed two devices.
Hey, you have been warned. With the TA-backup you always can return to the chicken den.
Become a "developer"
- Tap seven times on the build number of your device. (settings->device info)
- then enable "OEM unlocking" (new for the 2016 and later devices like XZ) and "USB-debugging"
You have read the SONY advice?
Next decision: Root stock ROM or go Custom Rom?
I am VERY happy with LineageOS on a Tablet Z and other devices in my household. I liked the Resurrection Remix ROM on my SAMSUNG phone.
Your mileage may vary: Testing a ROM and reversing will cost you with a proper backup minimum 4-5 hours.
If you choose a custom ROM:
- read the thread to get a hunch if you really want to install it (get over the off topic noob questions and annoying full quotes)
- Follow the instructions of the first page of the ROM-thread to install it. If you can not do this: stop or be prepared for searching and learning.
From February 2017 until May 2017 I had eXistenZ N on my Xperia XZ and like the UI tuning modifications. This "ROM" does not come pre-rooted it is a patch for the stock ROM (match the versions exactly!) that enhances the settings/look.
On SONY devices I recommend rooting stock ROMs.
Shortcut: Pie users can proceed to step 7 here
Having a custom kernel might still be advantageous for you.
You need a custom (or modified stock) kernel (aka boot image) with DM-Verity and SONY-RIC OFF.
This kernel has to be in sync with your ROM. Flashing an unsuitable kernel (e.g. MM-kernel on N-Roms) will result in a boot loop aka "soft brick".
You even can bake one yourself (no easy task) if you find/adapt the sources for your device. -> first stop SONY developer world
This is might be easy! THANKS to the efforts of @AndroPlus, @janjan and others.
You have to look into the device specific fora to find a proper kernel for your ROM-version.
They have also included many patches to improve battery life, mitigate some (e.g. camera) issues from the loss of the device keys ...
Download the kernel and recovery for your device and ROM-version and follow the kernel makers' instructions.
On devices where there is no custom kernel, you can try patching the stock kernel to switch off RIC and DM-verity. In reality behind the scenes it is a bit more than just patching (=modifying) the kernel. You also get some updated init-scripts and as a end result a new boot.img
Very useful is [PoC][Work in progress] Trim Area Proof Of Concept developed by @munjeni
These scripts not only prepare a stock kernel for rooting but also put your TA backup from above to such a use that you regain the DRM-features lost by opening the bootloader! So you do not need a custom kernel with partial DRM-fixes!
For Oreo it is more complicated (it might be easier to search for a suitable boot.img aka kernel and I have not tested it on Pie but see next step):
@serajr enhanced a script specifically for Xperia X Performance, XZ and XZs
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74724162&postcount=2793
Under Linux I had to set the executable attributes on the shell scripts and binaries (chmod +x).
You get the required kernel.elf via the tools menu in Flashtool. Dump "kernel.sin".
I started applying the scripts to the Stock ROM in May 2017 since eXistenZ ROM lagged a bit behind in security patches and Android version:
- flashed stock ROM via Flashtool or Newflasher
- prepared a patched boot image with PoC and my kernel...sin and TA.img and answered all questions with "yes" (hit return each time)
Code:
./ta_poc kernel.sin TA.img ramdisk
I am on Debian as operating system.
On Windows you just run the provided batch files and follow the instructions here and in the thread for the scripts.
- flashed the resulting boot image with fastboot flash boot boot.img and test it works. Service menu/Security: keys provided YEAH
- flash recovery and from there root with SuperSU and flash Titanium Backup
- restored my apps with their data via Titanium Backup
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Some hints:
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Most of these commands emit useful info on the command line - read it, post their error messages if you are stuck.
Version numbers of the software used speeds diagnosis of problems. Often a good advice: "Use latest version."
adb reboot bootloader or switching OFF the device and then pressing the "volume up" button while plugging the USB cable gets you into fastboot mode. You see a black screen and the blue LED light.
I normally do not flash the kernel-ZIP-file via recovery but unpack it and flash this: fastboot flash boot boot.img
To get into recovery mode:
Switch OFF your device. Press the "power" button shortly to switch ON and hold "volume down" button more than 5 seconds (or when you see the yellow LED light on some devices).
Or: adb reboot recovery
If you can not get into recovery (e.g. AndroPlus has no kernel for your latest SONY ROM):
fastboot boot TWRP_latest_version.img
I use an SD card (content there survives factory resets) and there a directory "for_recovery" well stocked with the zip-files I intend to flash. In TWRP you can tell the file manager on what storage (internal, SD-card, USB ...) it will find the flashable ZIP-files. The default is "internal".
Pressing the Power button and "volume up" for about five seconds gives you a hard reset.
Good if you are totally struck - just flash a SONY ROM for your device with Flashtool and all the wipe boxes checked or use Newflasher (overwrites most partitions including your data).
If you like to read about the haarrrdddd way:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/z4-tablet/help/enybody-root-t3154926
The first rooting of a DM-Verity secured device in 2015. Thanks to SONY for releasing source code and binaries.
Rooting - aaahh, finally
Flash the latest Magisk (up to late 2017 I used SuperSU which still works) from recovery.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
https://www.chainfire.eu/ Find the latest SuperSU from there. You will not find it there any more since Chainfire has sold the rights to the utility. I endorse Magisk since that is open sourced on GitHub.
No: flashing a custom kernel and recovery does not root your device.
For Android Pie users: On my Xperia XZ1 I can skip step 6 completely!
Just install/upgrade to the latest Pie ROM and flash Magisk and install the Magisk app.
Bonus: Debloat the device
https://forum.xda-developers.com/search/forum/2522?query=debloat
Nowadays I use a debloat script written by @serajr for my devices https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xz2/development/oreo-debloat-script-v1-0-t3798979,.
I edit (comment out) the debloat_list.sh in order to keep "com.google.android.apps.maps" and "com.sonymobile.email" which I both use.
mine (you screened my script?):
flash the attached ZIP-file
View attachment xtrm_debloat.flashable_ew_2016-12.zip
found in https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/discussion-bloat-sony-xperia-z5-t3518860 probably original work by @ganeshbiyer
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With opened bootloader you will not get OTA updates any more!
You have to check with the Xperifirm program if there are newer ROMs for your device.
I have not had any problems with installing e.g. a Swiss ROM over a Central Europe. There could be some worries when switching continents.
Download the desired ROM via Xperifirm and follow the instructions of Flashtool to flash the device (over USB update = OUU :laugh.
Accept the use of the FSC script.
Repeat the steps 5 to 6(7) for any other/newer SONY ROMs you flash followed by step 4 (if necessary).
If a wipe is needed I prefer the full wipe in TWRP compared to checking the boxes in Flashtool.
Or use Newflasher without flashing userdata.sin (just delete the file) in case of an upgrade.
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CHANGES to this Guide
2019-04-23 updated for Pie, endorsed Newflasher, added link to serjars debloat script, link ckecks
2018-02-28 clarified getting kernel.elf for self patching, some typos, link ckecks
2018-01-31 link for better suited ta_poc added, toned down AndroPlus endorsement, added Magisk
2017-06-25 added link to xpericheck (find older ROMs), added hint for restoring TA for those TLDR-guys
2017-06-02 added procedure for patching stock kernel as alternative to custom kernels
2017-02-05 added recommendation for eXistenZ N ROM
2017-01-25 new URL for SuperSU, typos
2017-01-18 corrected the advice for booting into TWRP
2017-01-17 added info on fastboot driver for Windows users
DHGE said:
No - but you can find anything here or in the devices-fora later than Z3+ or SONY-cross-device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony
Good introductory (written for devices before Z3+):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/noob-guide-to-sony-ericsson-xperia-t3209012
It is still valid but the 2015 and newer devices are not rootable anymore (as described) thanks to DM-Verity.
For rooting the current device you have to open the bootloader.
Any claims to the contrary found "on the web" are only tricks to have you install "interesting" software on a Windows PC.
Do you want root?
No:
wait for the OTA-updates from SONY
don't like waiting or want to downgrade: get flashtool http://www.flashtool.net
it comes with Xperifirm (at least for my linux machines) that finds you the latest ROM
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Unfortunately it does not find many older ROMs anymore so you better keep your downloads (>2 GBytes each) or find an older ROM in case you need it (xda has a search function).
Yes:
As stated above, you need to unlock the bootloader to modify the system software on your device. Fortunately SONY gives (for non-carrier-locked) devices the option to unlock the bootloader.
Check if unlocking is allowed: in the service menu (dial *#*#7378423#*#* or *#*#SERVICE#*#* ) check under "Service Info"->"Configuration" the line "Bootloader unlock allowed:"
If you read anything other than "Yes" Stop here!
No: flashing another SONY Rom ("Customized CountryX") does not help you.
Hint: there is an app "SONY service menu" in the app-repository (F-Droid or Google).
OK - you can Now it is your last chance to save your device keys or "backup the trim area partition"
You should do this if you ever want to return to a SONY "blessed" state. e.g claiming service in countries where warranty is not for devices with unlocked bootloader or you want to sell it.
Otherwise do not bother with restoring the TA-partition. Doing so after the next steps will soft brick your device.
Go to SONY's developver world http://developer.sonymobile.com
Under drivers you find the drivers for the XZ under "Downloads" http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/xperia-xz/
These drivers are for Windows (which version?), do not bother if you are running a free operating system.
Install these drivers if you are a Windows user. Under Windows 8+ there could be problems with installing "non signed" drivers. Do a web/xda search to circumvent this security measure of Microsoft. http://www.flashtool.net/win8drivers.php
When you are installing: You also need to install the programs adb and fastboot.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
If you are running a free operating system: search for adb/fastboot or Android SDK in your repository and install these.
Running Linux it helps to insert the udev-rule mentioned in http://www.flashtool.net/lininstall.php otherwise you have to run esp. fastboot with root-privileges (not recommended, although the udev rule saves no punches ...)
You have to be root to save a partition - catch 22 :crying: ...
For Android Marshmallow ROMs, precisely up to version 39.0.A.3.30, exists an exploit of the copy on write function in the Linux kernel that gets you root privileges temporarily.
Follow https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
If you are already on Nougat you must downgrade the system ROM (see above) to use the exploit and backup the TA-partition.
TA-partiton backed up?
Now the non-reversible part:
Under http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/ you request an unlock code.
READ, READ what SONY have written there!
- You will lose some DRM functionality: https://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/loss-drm-keys-t2890936
- Your device will factory reset. You have a backup?
You can get the IMEI-number from the original package of your phone (if you have good eye sight and nobody swapped the boxes) or pull a tab from the side of the phone (you do not want to do that) or print a screen shot of the relevant page of your service menu or head into settings->about device->status->IMEI-Info.
You follow SONY's instructions to unlock the bootloader and hold your breath as after a long reboot everything on your device is wiped. On the newer devices you get an ugly warning "the device can't be trusted anymore".
Hey, you have been warned. With the TA-backup you always can return to the chicken den.
Become a "developer"
- Tap seven times on the build number of your device. (settings->device info)
- then enable "OEM unlocking" (new for the 2016 devices like XZ) and "USB-debugging"
You have read the SONY advice?
Next decision: Root stock ROM or go Custom Rom?
Well - my opinion - for the newer SONY devices I have not found a recommendable custom ROM yet. I am VERY happy with a generic CyanogenMod on a tablet Z in my household. Do not ask me about the sad story of CyanogenMod as of late 2016...
Your mileage may vary: testing a ROM and reversing will cost you with a proper backup minimum 4-5 hours.
If you choose a custom ROM:
- read the thread to get a hunch if you really want to install it (get over the off topic newbie questions)
- Follow the instructions of the first page of the ROM-thread to install it. If you can not do this stop or be prepared for searching and learning.
On SONY devices I recommend rooting stock ROMs.
You need a custom kernel (aka boot image) with DM-Verity and SONY-RIC OFF.
This kernel has to be in sync with your ROM. Flashing an unsuitable kernel (e.g. MM-kernel on N-Roms) will result in a boot loop aka "soft brck".
You even can bake one yourself (no easy task) if you find/adapt the sources for your device. -> first stop SONY developer world
This is easy! THANKS to @AndroPlus
AndroPlus has also included many patches to improve battery life, mitigate some (e.g. camera) issues from the loss of the device keys ...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xz/development/kernel-andropluskernel-v01-t3475240
AndroPlus has kernels for other devices too. Look into the specific device forum for a custom kernel,
Download the kernel and recovery for your device and ROM-version and follow AndroPlus' instructions.
Some hints: (most of these commands emit useful info on the command line - read it, post it if you are stuck)
adb reboot bootloader or switching OFF the device and then pressing the "volume up" button while plugging the USB cable (hooked to your PC! we need DC power for all this) gets you into fastboot mode. You see a black screen and the blue LED light.
I normally unpack the kernel-ZIP-file and flash this: fastboot flash boot boot.img
You get into recovery mode on booting by pressing the "volume up" button when you see the yellow LED light.
If you can not get into recovery (e.g. AndroPlus has no kernel for your latest SONY ROM):
fastboot boot TWRP_latest_version
I use an SD card (content there survives factory resets) and there a directory "for_recovery" well stocked with the zip-files I intend to flash.
Pressing the Power button and "volume up" for about five seconds gives you a hard reset.
If you like to read about the hard way:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/z4-tablet/help/enybody-root-t3154926
The first rooting of a DM-Verity secured device in 2015. Thanks to SONY for releasing source code and binaries.
Rooting - aaahh, finally
Flash the latest SuperSU from recovery.
https://download.chainfire.eu/1019/SuperSU
No: flashing AndroPlus or TWRP does not root your device. You'll have to flash Chainfire's ZIP-file!
Bonus: Debloat the device
https://forum.xda-developers.com/search/forum/2522?query=debloat
mine (you screened my script?):
flash the attached ZIP-file
View attachment 4000189
With opened bootloader you will not get OTA (over the air - prosaic?) updates any more!
You have to check with Xperifirm if there are newer ROMs for your device.
I have not had any problems with installing e.g. a Swiss ROM over a Central Europe. There could be some worries when switching continents.
Download the desired ROM via Xperifirm and follow the instructions of flashtool to flash the device. Accept the use of the FSC script.
Repeat the steps 5 to 6(7) for SONY ROMs followed by step 4 (if necessary).
If a wipe is needed I prefer the full wipe in TWRP compared to checking the boxes in FlashTool.
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Woaw, thanks a lot for your awesome answer !
I receive my phone today, I'll follow your instructions
@DHGE your guide is well put, and I've not had any problems so far (I used a slightly different version of the Xperia ROM since the version you specified didn't show up, but it worked just fine, is sitting on Android 6.0, and I have the TA backed up).
I've obtained the unlock code from Sony's developer site, but I've still yet to get their email with the instructions on where to shove the code. Its been about two or three hours now, and it was sent to a Gmail address (which has received other mail since). I tried generating a new code to make sure the email was right (it was), and it spat out the same unlock code, so I'm guessing its just based off of the IMEI.
Question is: what does one do with the unlock code? I can't imagine the instructions would be different for each person and am not sure how long it may take Sony to email the Gmail account...
k2trf said:
What does one do with the unlock code?
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Follow the steps on SONY's website where you obtained the unlock code.
Look at the big link at the right bottom after all the warnings...
Somehow I missed that completely, and just latched onto it saying to wait for the instructions via email. Honestly, I don't even know why they think it necessary. Anyone playing with unlock codes damn sure better be familiar with ADB and fastboot already, or be learning as they go. >_>
Hi,
there something I can do to roll back if I didn't backed up my TA partition?
thanks
bigkekko said:
Hi,
there something I can do to roll back if I didn't backed up my TA partition?
thanks
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Roll back to recover TA? Unfortunately not.
[Phone Vodafone Smart Turbo 7][ROM][V1.0 - 19/09/17 (DD/MM/YY)]
Code:
*** Disclaimer
*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
Introduction
If you want to put root and TWRP on your device then you have to commit to this as there is no going back from Alcatel to Vodafone firmware after this unless someone uses the scatter file for this device to perform a readback (SP Flash Tool, search: Hovatek how to make a full backup of your stock ROM using sp flash tool, however, the dev blocks should be gathered straight from the scatter file, not MTK droid tools. Will update this if this happens it is successfully conducted by someone ) This little corner of XDA will show you how to:
Flash Alcatel Firmware
Install Custom Recovery (TWRP/CTR)
Root with SuperSU
Install one custom ROM (Cyanogen MOD 13)
NOTE: I will NOT teach you how to install drivers if you need to do that go to https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-440.html (If you are running Windows 7 and up you need to disable 'Driver Signature Verification', this link will show you how to do it: https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-752.html
If you can't figure out how to that by yourself (everything is a google search away) then you shouldn't even attempt any of this.
All files will be on AndroidFileHost
If you want to download all the files for all the tutorials, then you can download the complete package which has everything required for the tutorials (except for drivers of course)
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Installation instructions
All instrucrions are in this set of Youtube videos that I MADE
(link) VFD501 Playlist
Custom ROMs
For Mokee
Boot to recovery
Wipe data/factory reset, wipe system, wipe cache
Install ROM then GAPPS
Reboot
For Resurrection Remix/RR
Boot to recovery
Wipe data/factory reset
Install ROM then GAPPS
Reboot
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Download
All Packages are now located on AFH (android file host) -----> Here
{Download GAPPS from here Selections are ARM, 7.1/6.0.1 (Depending on ROM Version), and any package you want (preferably aroma or pico) }
SP Flash Tool: Here (You don't need this if you have the 'Flash VFD to Alcatel Package')
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* RootJunky (Inspiration to work with Android)
* @CVAngelo (For making me want to prove him wrong, lol)
XDA:DevDB Information
Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 / VFD 501 / VFD 500, ROM for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
Jamalama
ROM OS Version: 6.0.x Marshmallow
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.10.x
ROM Firmware Required: Android 6.0 Marshmello
Based On: Stock Alcatel ROM
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 1.0
Stable Release Date: 2017-09-19
Beta Release Date: 2017-09-19
Created 2017-09-19
Last Updated 2018-08-09
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I have questions......
Since Google keeps crashing me out of apps and breaking my brightness control to send me ads and try to get me to install experimental zombies this past month, I'm keen to try this on my VFD501 Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 but.....
Does the initial step have to be Alcatel? I only ask because my SIM is 2 Degrees and I don't know if it'll work with it as it's a bit sketchy while it's still thinking it's a Vodafone.
Is the second step the ONLY rom it'll work with? How far can the hardware be pushed or more efficient?
Lastly, would I still be able to get updates for the usual app suspects? I'm getting further into Minecraft now there's online server games and I'm not finding any options for updates other than through the Play Store. I also watch quite a bit of YouTube on it (another Google aquisition). Would these be denied me by the EvilCorp™ once I free my phone from it's clutches and get rid of Google Movies, Google Mail, Google other bloatware aside from Books where I have several and would like to keep reading them?
HIe, when can we get the custom rom.looks great.
Do you still have the mixed Spanish English rom?
Could you post that please if you still have it? When i installed the cyanogenmod after flashing to alcatel after locking the screen and turning it on again it won't render properly anymore, i just see random lines. Thank you in anticipation!
guys, please can anyone make a backup (TWRP)of stock ROM with /system /data /FRP /protect /boot ? with any google account please.
i want to unlock FRP on my vfd500, i gorgot my google account on this phone so i cant go pass setup wizzard, thanks
Vamptonius said:
Since Google keeps crashing me out of apps and breaking my brightness control to send me ads and try to get me to install experimental zombies this past month, I'm keen to try this on my VFD501 Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 but.....
Does the initial step have to be Alcatel? I only ask because my SIM is 2 Degrees and I don't know if it'll work with it as it's a bit sketchy while it's still thinking it's a Vodafone.
Is the second step the ONLY rom it'll work with? How far can the hardware be pushed or more efficient?
Lastly, would I still be able to get updates for the usual app suspects? I'm getting further into Minecraft now there's online server games and I'm not finding any options for updates other than through the Play Store. I also watch quite a bit of YouTube on it (another Google aquisition). Would these be denied me by the EvilCorp™ once I free my phone from it's clutches and get rid of Google Movies, Google Mail, Google other bloatware aside from Books where I have several and would like to keep reading them?
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So far you have to flash Alcatel to do any modding whatsoever, however, I may have a solution so we can get root on VFD 500 running Vodafone stock but not VFD 501 (however I'm begging my friend to borrow his to do a Miracle Box Backup so fingers crossed :silly: so I can get the 501 version of the Vodafone OS) if the solution works I will release a video on it, if you want to know if you have to flash Alcatel for custom ROMs yes you need Alcatel for the ROMs there is currently no ROMs for this device, and I don't know how to make and edit ROMs just gonna put that out their
Not working for me. Format completed OK. but then error "S_FT_ENABLE_DRAM_FAIL (0xFC0)" given when doing the download and format. Vodafone VFD501, used scatter file provided, drivers appear to be installed ok except i get "MediaTek USB port" used by the firmware loader. "MediaTek Preloader USB VCOM Port" stays even when phone is not plugged in and had yellow triangle
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Not working for me. Format completed OK. but then error "S_FT_ENABLE_DRAM_FAIL (0xFC0)" given when doing the download and format. Vodafone VFD501, used scatter file provided, drivers appear to be installed ok except i get "MediaTek USB port" used by the firmware loader. "MediaTek Preloader USB VCOM Port" stays even when phone is not plugged in and had yellow triangle
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Solved now using this rom and instructions.
Can't post links so google - Download Vodafone Stock Rom for all models - Android MTK and look for VFD500 in the list
The driver tool uninstalled lots of drivers i think this may have helped it use the "MediaTek Preloader USB VCOM Port" which allowed it to write to the phone. Took about 10-15 mins to boot afterwards, I thought it was stuck but just a slow phone
After falsh Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 VDF 500
Hi I followed the whole procedure everything works fine if I do not press the power button so that his left in standby everything works as it should this rom is beautiful until my vodafone Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 VDF 500 goes on standby the screen becomes blurry if I do not press the start / stop button so that his parte in standby everything works as it should this rom is beautiful I would have to remove the battery and I put it back for his return normally Help me please.
Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 V 500 goes on standby the screen becomes blurry after flash
Hi I followed the whole procedure everything works fine if I do not press the power button so that his left in standby everything works as it should this rom is beautiful until my vodafone Vodafone Smart Turbo 7 V 500 goes on standby the screen becomes blurry if I do not press the start / stop button so that his parte in standby everything works as it should this rom is beautiful I would have to remove the battery and I put it back for his return normally i use the custom rom all stock rom not run
Hello community
Can someone please give me valid links and tutorials for unlock this phone, i´ve been here for more than 6 hours looking on how to do this, but there´s always a software or file missing. I can´t even install the USB drivers, or find a TWRP properly.
What a headache..
Thanks in advance
any luck with finding the required files?
Vodafone_Smart_Turbo_7_VFD500 - RR 7.1 ROM + TWRP 3.0.2 + SP Flash Tool + VFD500_ROM
Hi!
I get a Vodafone_Smart_Turbo_7_VFD500 phone bricked and was very dificult to find a working rom, there are a few that boot but after locking the phone screen goes mad...
I fixed a RR rom, still not perfect but is better.
One kwon issue is charging with phone off, screen stays white and on...
I Let here a link with:
SP_Flash_Tool_v5.1916_Win
SP_USB_Win7_Drivers ( Copy to Desktop and execute the shortcut)
Vodafone_Smart_Turbo_7_VFD500_MT6735M_V2.39.1_21122016_6.0 ROM to flash with SP Tool
open_gapps-arm-7.1-nano-20191029.zip
RR-N-v5.8.5-PIXI4_5_4G.zip (Fixed) Rom
TWRP3.0.2-0_VDF500.img Recovey (Use SP Tool with MT6735M_Android_scatter.txt from Vodafone ROM to flash it)
To use SP tool, first install the drivers then open SP tool, search for MT6735M_Android_scatter.txt file. To install full Vodafone ROM click in Download only and select Format All + Download then Download key above and plug USB, to install TWRP unselect all and only select recovery and click in location field, search for TWRP, click in download from above and plug USB ( If faild with error you need to flash all Vodafone ROM first).
After all this, use TWRP to flash RR Rom then Gapps.
Mega.nz Link
I hope this helps you to!!!
persona78 said:
Hi!
I get a Vodafone_Smart_Turbo_7_VFD500 phone bricked and was very dificult to find a working rom, there are a few that boot but after locking the phone screen goes mad...
I fixed a RR rom, still not perfect but is better.
One kwon issue is charging with phone off, screen stays white and on...
I Let here a link with:
SP_Flash_Tool_v5.1916_Win
SP_USB_Win7_Drivers ( Copy to Desktop and execute the shortcut)
Vodafone_Smart_Turbo_7_VFD500_MT6735M_V2.39.1_21122016_6.0 ROM to flash with SP Tool
open_gapps-arm-7.1-nano-20191029.zip
RR-N-v5.8.5-PIXI4_5_4G.zip (Fixed) Rom
TWRP3.0.2-0_VDF500.img Recovey (Use SP Tool with MT6735M_Android_scatter.txt from Vodafone ROM to flash it)
Mega.nz Link
I hope this helps you to!!!
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Unbelievable. I'll give it a go later thanks
None of the methods in this thread are my own work. I struggled with getting my phone rooted for a long time and spend 10s of hours on the process. I had never rooted before and was therefore unfamiliar with all the terms, unfamiliar with how to complete all the recommended checks to ensure one had the right model, etc. There were several helpful threads but most approach the subject with the assumption that one knows something about the process. In this post I lay out what worked for me in a step-by-step way and what you have to do to achieve my results.
#1 Ensure you have a H-901 motherboard and not the Korean F600 motherboard by checking the sticker, and checking “About Phone” -> “Hardware Info” -> “Model number” in settings. These must both be LG-H901…from what I can tell the community has only developed technique for the H-901 variant.
#2 Get a micro SD card and load it with Magisk https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445 , and if you have Marshmallow or Lollipop and want Nougat (much better experience IMHO), load the files in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-lg-v10/development/h901-t-mobile-nougat-v30b-twrp-t3639203 And maybe this thread as well (read both and then decide): https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm.../h901-t-mobile-nougat-v30c-flashable-t3744648
#3 Ensure you have unlocked your bootloader. (apparently only for T-mobile LG v10s since other carriers lock the bootloader) The FWUL virtual machine root method will not work if you have not done so. This is an entire process in itself. The following 2 videos which show how to root android 6.0 or earlier (process will not work with Nougat, 7.0, since some fastboot commands are missing). https://youtu.be/OtXlokk6JkQ , https://youtu.be/PPLwFGxLQA4
Also, this thread may be helpful. https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...t-mobile-bootloader-factory-unlocked-t3236224 , download the nexus root toolkit here for easy ADB command entry http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/ —we will only use the “Advanced Utilities” -> ”Manual Input” -> ”Launch CMD Prompt”. When it prompts you to select a phone, select the first option and then for android version select Android *** Any. Don’t use any of the other commands because they are not configured for your device.
If you get a “waiting for device” error while attempting the fastboot oem unlock command in the above thread, see: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-g4/help/fastboot-waiting-device-t3489789 Great video which shows how to change drivers. You will need to do this, I found a number of drivers that were already on my PC from google and Samsung worked although I didn’t have the specific one mentioned in the above thread. Don’t be afraid to experiment… you can always try another driver. And don’t require it to be hardware compatible. Ignore the warning message: https://youtu.be/nQjg6ePnGAc
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NOW that you have your bootloader unlocked you can proceed to actually flash the TWRP image as per this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-lg-v10/general/root-h901-nougat-t3773942
Notes before beginning:
-To enter download mode to begin: Plug a USB cable into your phone with your phone powered off, hold down on the Vol Up button and plug the USB cord into your computer. It should immediately boot into download mode. Exiting Download mode after flash: pull battery…no damage will be done.
-To enter recovery after flashing TWRP: power off the phone then hold both the down volume and power at the same time. When you see the black LG screen briefly release the power button and then press it again while not letting the volume down up. You will see a screen asking if you want to delete all user settings. Say YES (via the volume and power keys—no touch input). You will see a screen asking if you want to delete all user data. Say YES (the data is only deleted if TWRP loads successfully) You will briefly see the black LG bootup screen. TWRP or factory recovery will load. Or if you did not unlock your bootloader, it will say recovery is corrupted and cannot be trusted, and then boot normally without changing your settings or deleting files.
-Additional note: as of 7-23-18 some commands had changed:
From V20 forum, Brian (runningnak3d) has moved to gitlab.com. So instead of github.com, we have to use a new git repository that Brian created in gitlab.com.
cd
mv lglaf lglaf_BAK
git clone https://gitlab.com/runningnak3d/lglaf
cd lglaf
git pull
git checkout v10-miscwrte
There are additional comments in the thread. Some timeout errors may be solved by: 1 - Download the VirtualBox extension pack: https://download.virtualbox.org/vir..._VirtualBox_Extension_Pack-5.2.8.vbox-extpack
2 - Go to File / Preferences / Extensions / click the + and browse to where you downloaded it.
3 - Once installed, with the VM off, right click on the VM, and go to settings. Click on USB, and pick USB 3.0. If your machine doesn't have a USB 3 port, pick 2.0.
But frankly, simply up arrow after a timeout error to load the last command on the command line and hit enter again. Simply keep doing this until it works. You know it works because no dialog appears for several minutes before informing one of success.
**Upgrade to Nougat after Flashing TWRP and booting to Recovery steps: (I did a full wipe as suggested by this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/h918-recowvery-unlock-v20-root-shell-t3490594 before flashing the v30b upgrade then full Nougat zip, and then flashing Magisk. I flashed the 3 zips sequentially. I was afraid Nougat would not boot successfully because the zip files are less than 2 gb combined but success! You may want to also flash the 30c upgrade before flashing Magisk for a total of 4 zip flashes. I did not try this. However doing all this means no backups are done so if there is a problem you may have to flash a KDZ with the LG UP tool (don’t ask me how).
As a final note, I cannot answer specific questions about the various processes provided or errors you may encounter that I have not listed in this write up since I have not experienced them. A bit of research on your part may be required, but this post should provide you with a huge head start compared to where I started. Good luck!
Methods to get unlimited mobile hotspot, very useful if you're on the $50 MetroPCs (owned by T-mobile) unlimited plan. All you $70 T-mobile plan suckazzz! https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...ited-tetherting-hotspot-t3825144#post77249285
I would actually recommend using a USB tether client and forgoing root access if tethering is your only objective and you are trying to be efficient with your time. However, with root you can install all these cool apps!: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/best-android-root-apps/
The following caught my eye:
-Rec: screen record
-liveboot: boot animation (does not work with Magisk)
-Servicely: checks to see which apps are using a lot of battery and lets you suppress them
-Adblock Plus
-Titanium backup: very powerful phone backup application & bloatware remover look into for quickly switching over to a different lg v10
-Greenify: put apps into hibernation
-System tuner: get lots of info about you phone but be careful making changes
-ES file explorer: dig into the android system
-Disk digger: recovers deleted files (photos only?)
Hi Fellows,
First of all, I’m newbie to flashing (or so-called) phones. I want to change my phone for de-googled one. I’m thinking about POCO X3 Pro with LineageOS 18.1.
I’ve been recently reading a lot about changing OS, but I feel completely overwhelmed by how complex knowledge it is. Even on the forum there is so much info, so much specific vocabulary/acronyms
Can you advise me, how to start?
Or maybe different way... do you know any reliable service/somebody in the UK, who could help? I've already checked services in my town - no one does software modifications
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Hi Fellows,
First of all, I’m newbie to flashing (or so-called) phones. I want to change my phone for de-googled one. I’m thinking about POCO X3 Pro with LineageOS 18.1.
I’ve been recently reading a lot about changing OS, but I feel completely overwhelmed by how complex knowledge it is. Even on the forum there is so much info, so much specific vocabulary/acronyms
Can you advise me, how to start?
Or maybe different way... do you know any reliable service/somebody in the UK, who could help? I've already checked services in my town - no one does software modifications
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You don´t need to pay someone else for that, you can do it by your own.
I will give you the topics in order, one by one, and just search for the info till understand what you are want to achieve.
1-Unlocking bootloader.
2-Flashing a custom recovery.
3-Rooting (optional)
4-installing a custom ROM (like LineageOS)
Search for these topics in your own forum, read carefully and apply them when you are sure what you are doing.
Copied these from my old post in other forums, I updated a little but still might be a little outdated
Spoiler: How to unlock bootloader
Link your poco x3 pro to your MI account
Activate "Find my device" for Mi account
Settings > About Phone > Tab "MIUI version (For POCO)" until developer mode unlocked
Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options
OEM unlocking - Checked
Mi Unlock status > Add account and device - Do only once, anymore will reset 168 hours unlock counter
Go to https://en.miui.com/unlock/and download the mi unlock software
Latest version to date of this post is https://miuirom.xiaomi.com/rom/u1106245679/5.5.224.55/miflash_unlock-en-5.5.224.55.zip
Prepare for future unlock
Turn off your mobile
Boot into fastboot mode - Volume Down + Power
Run "MiUsbDriver.exe" located in the miflash_unlock_en zip
Connect mobile to PC or laptop
Poco X3 Pro driver should be installed
Run "miflash_unlock.exe" and proceed through the software
If you yet to apply for permission to unlock, you can apply from there (I think, the last I applied was years ago, not sure still a thing now or not)
The software will tell you the countdown which is 168 hours aka 1 week.
Exit fastboot mode on phone by holding the power button.
A week later, time to unlock.
Backup your file, if you have used the phone intensively, unlocking will result in factory reset.
Turn off mobile
Boot into fastboot mode - Volume Down + Power
Run "miflash_unlock.exe"
Connect mobile to PC
Proceed through "miflash_unlock.exe"
Unlocked
Spoiler: How to Flash Custom Recovery
Download google platform tool from https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
Extract the tool
In the tool folder, type "cmd" at "Address bar" to open command prompt to that folder
Press enter after you type "cmd", if it isn't obvious.
Turn off mobile
Boot into fastboot mode - Volume Down + Power
Connect mobile to PC
Go to command prompt window, type "fastboot devices".
Your phone will be shown if detected, otherwise, fix your driver.
Download Custom Recovery
OrangeFox - https://orangefox.download/device/vayu
TWRP - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/recovery-unofficial-teamwin-recovery-project.4269551/
Lineage OS Recovery - https://download.lineageos.org/vayu
Don't use LOS recovery if you are rooting, it doesn't support OTA data decryption thus magisk need to be reflashed everytime during OTA.
Extract the "img" recovery file to the tool's folder
Type "fastboot flash recovery <filename>"
Done, type "fastboot reboot recovery" or Volume Up + Power on mobile to enter recovery
Spoiler: How to Flash Custom Rom
Connect mobile to PC
Copy files to mobile
Firmware - https://xiaomifirmwareupdater.com/firmware/vayu/
Rom
XDA Roms - https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/xiaomi-poco-x3-pro.12163/?prefix_id=33
Xiaomi EU Rom - https://xiaomi.eu/community/forums/miui-rom-releases.103/
Gapp (if you want)
MindtheGapps
NikGapps
FlameGapps
OpenGapps (Personally Recommended)
Magisk (If rooting) - https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases
Boot into recovery - Vol up + Power
install in order
Firmware
Rom
Gapps (if you want)
Magisk (if rooting)
Format data in recovery
Wipe Cache and Dalvik/Art Cache (If the recovery support it)
Reboot into system
Done
If you mess up the format data sequence, don't worry, you can always use "adb sideload". Also, if you use LOS recovery, you need to use sideload.
Look for sideload in recovery
Open command prompt in your tool folder, type "adb sideload <filename>" to install the things you want.
Spoiler: How to flash back or to official rom along with official recovery
Download xiaomi flash tool - https://xiaomiflashtool.com/
Download fastboot package - https://xiaomifirmwareupdater.com/archive/miui/vayu/
Extract xiaomi flash tool, run "XiaoMiFlash.exe"
Extract fastboot package to somewhere, preferably root subfolder of c:\ or whatever drive
Long pathname can cause "XiaoMiFlash.exe" to run into error
Boot mobile into fastboot - Vol down + power
Connect mobile to pc
In "XiaoMiFlash.exe", select folder of fastboot package
Bottom right of the software, choose "clean all" or "clean and lock (bootloader)"
Click flash
Once done, it will auto reboot into MIUI
Spoiler: How to pass safetynet for custom rom
At the moment of this post, most custom roms fail safetynet. It is not absolutely necessary to get safetynet to work. Only do this if the gapps you want to install require it.
Install magisk (No way around it)
Install props config module
Reboot
Run any terminal app - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.termux
Type "su" and enter
Grant super user rights to it
Type "props" and enter
Type "1" and enter
Type "f" and enter
Type "22" and enter
Type "6" and enter
Basically, you are choosing "Poco X3 Pro (Global)"
Type "y"
Reboot and test your safetynet
Spoiler: How to make Nasty Anti-Root Apps work with Magisk
In magisk, install Riru module
Download Unshare - https://github.com/vvb2060/riru-unshare/releases
In magisk, install Unshare
In magisk, enable "Magisk Hide" in settings
In magisk, "hide Magisk" in settings, choose some really unpredictable name
In magisk, press "Shield", hide all options (dropdown) for the targetted App
Reboot
Try run the apps multiple times
If fail
Install App Manager - https://f-droid.org/en/packages/io.github.muntashirakon.AppManager/
In App Manager, look for the apps, go to "Services", disable that one "(Isolated)" service.
Double make sure it is applied
Reboot
Try run the apps multiple times
Still fail
Try this, some say it worked
In magisk, install LsPosed module
Install XPrivacyLua - https://repo.xposed.info/module/eu.faircode.xlua
In LsPosed, enable XprivacyLua and Singpass in that same list
Reboot
In XPrivacyLua, look for the app, enable restrict on "Get Applications"
Reboot
Try run the apps multiple times
this is the last resort
Install Shelter - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.typeblog.shelter
Clone the App in Shelter
In shelter, under work profile, make sure no rooted apps in there
Reboot
Try run the App in work profile multiple times
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Thanks a lot. It makes sense.
I was also told, that before flashing it is esential to do a backup.
What's your opinion? How to do so?
kamien8 said:
Thanks a lot. It makes sense.
I was also told, that before flashing it is esential to do a backup.
What's your opinion? How to do so?
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About backup the first important is what is important for one, I mean personal information like messages, call, WhatsApp and so on.
But the most important in other sense is about the well functioning of the device itself, for example EFS where is stored the IMEIs, sometimes vendor, dtbo and persist images depending on the custom recovery if it includes these options.
Particularly, I never need any other partition from recovering eventually my device/s.
I would like to suggest you to try flashing some roms on any other device which you don't use(for ex. an old abandoned phone) and gain some experience before trying on your poco x3 pro.
dey18 said:
I would like to suggest you to try flashing some roms on any other device [...]
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That was my idea. Unfortunately the only 'old' phone I've got is Huawei P9 Lite 2017 with Android 7. I haven't found any information, that there is a way to install LineageOS on the device.
However, for training purposes I could install any different OS, suitable for the device. Do you know any?
By the way, is the following link the only valid repository for the OS?
LineageOS Downloads
download.lineageos.org
kamien8 said:
That was my idea. Unfortunately the only 'old' phone I've got is Huawei P9 Lite 2017 with Android 7. I haven't found any information, that there is a way to install LineageOS on the device.
However, for training purposes I could install any different OS, suitable for the device. Do you know any?
By the way, is the following link the only valid repository for the OS?
LineageOS Downloads
download.lineageos.org
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yes, thats the official site
kamien8 said:
That was my idea. Unfortunately the only 'old' phone I've got is Huawei P9 Lite 2017 with Android 7. I haven't found any information, that there is a way to install LineageOS on the device.
However, for training purposes I could install any different OS, suitable for the device. Do you know any?
By the way, is the following link the only valid repository for the OS?
LineageOS Downloads
download.lineageos.org
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If you had no experience of flashing a phone, read and follow this guide with Pictures :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/4288121/post-85137963
It should be sufficient to help you flash a ROM.
No tutorial about backup data from phone in that guide, you have to do it on your own.
pl1992aw said:
If you had no experience of flashing a phone, read and follow this guide with Pictures :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/4288121/post-85137963
It should be sufficient to help you flash a ROM.
No tutorial about backup data from phone in that guide, you have to do it on your own.
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I like this method, and this specific guide is what helped me flash custom rom on my X3 pro.
It is detailed and even gives notice if in case we get lost in a step.
I hope the OP can read this as the guide was really helpful. I know they used arrowOS for example, but I applied the method with different rom.
kamien8 said:
That was my idea. Unfortunately the only 'old' phone I've got is Huawei P9 Lite 2017 with Android 7. I haven't found any information, that there is a way to install LineageOS on the device.
However, for training purposes I could install any different OS, suitable for the device. Do you know any?
By the way, is the following link the only valid repository for the OS?
LineageOS Downloads
download.lineageos.org
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I suggest you to try any other roms available for your device and not just lineage.
Try flashing multiple roms one by one and identify and rectify your errors.
And don't forget to read documentation provided by the wiki completely and also check out some vids on youtube(people on telegram would tell you to watch yt channel named "Munchy" because he has got this phone).
I wouldn't try and flash an old p9 lite. I remember when I had a p9 and tried to flash it it was a nightmare and was an unorthodox method. If you could grab an old Moto like the Moto g as that would be ideal for a practise flash.
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[...] Moto g [...]
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I've never used Motorola before. Which G would be good to start gaining an experience?
I'll try to find a pre-owned one.
I'd go for a moto g 2nd or 3rd Gen. You can get them for peanuts on eBay and there is still development for them even now.
I recommend Moto G5.. pretty active community on xda, replacable battery and should be very cheap
k3lcior said:
I recommend Moto G5.. pretty active community on xda, replacable battery and should be very cheap
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Moto G5
Warren_Orange said:
I'd go for a moto g 2nd or 3rd Gen. You can get them for peanuts on eBay and there is still development for them even now.
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Do you mean something like this?
gsmarena_moto_g
Will it be possible to go with LineageOS 18.1 on such an old phone?
kamien8 said:
Moto G5
Do you mean something like this?
gsmarena_moto_g
Will it be possible to go with LineageOS 18.1 on such an old phone?
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Yes that's the one. After having a quick look at the forums I don't think you'd get 18.1 on it. There is a micro g 17.1 rom that seems active.
Is this for practice or for use as well? If it's for using I'd probably go with the g5 for a few bucks extra as the Moto g is quite old but it's not a bad spare spare phone. I picked one up as a backup and I liked the feel of it (if your into small phones) . It reminded me of the first Moto X.