How can I turn off the button light (back & recent app) completely - HTC U11 Questions & Answers

Tried many apps but none is working with stock rom with root. I know gravitybox can do it but I don't want to install xposed framework just for this...
Thank you for the tips in advance.

Custom rom is also no option?
We offer that feature. You could also just lower the brightness/set different steps for the different light sensor values.

j to the 4n said:
Custom rom is also no option?
We offer that feature. You could also just lower the brightness/set different steps for the different light sensor values.
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Sorry I didn't mention I have to use stock rom due to the fingerprint payment issue.
I just thought if there's a simple way to turn the light off by editing a system file
Tried echo "0" > /sys/class/leds/indicator/bln but no luck.

jwong.hhf said:
Sorry I didn't mention I have to use stock rom due to the fingerprint payment issue.
I just thought if there's a simple way to turn the light off by editing a system file
Tried echo "0" > /sys/class/leds/indicator/bln but no luck.
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Fingerprint payment issue? What would a custom rom change? I mean you are rooted already, so I assume you are using Magisk to bypass safetynet.
That will also work on a custom rom.
If your if a carrier specific billing you can use the Magisk Module version of our rom. It is a 180MB magisk module that you can disable anytime to return back to stock.
Else you could edit framework-res to turn off the button lights, should need an edit in services.jar too to bypass signature check ...and make it an magisk module.

j to the 4n said:
Fingerprint payment issue? What would a custom rom change? I mean you are rooted already, so I assume you are using Magisk to bypass safetynet.
That will also work on a custom rom.
If your if a carrier specific billing you can use the Magisk Module version of our rom. It is a 180MB magisk module that you can disable anytime to return back to stock.
Else you could edit framework-res to turn off the button lights, should need an edit in services.jar too to bypass signature check ...and make it an magisk module.
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Only Chinese stock rom support two major fingerprint payment apps in China. So I have to stick to stock rom. Sad...

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XPosed Modules!?

1)Does using xposed modules affect the performance of your phone!?
2)Does "per app dpi" module work well in kitkat 4.4.2?
3)Is it recommended to even restore the xposed framework+modules via titanium after flashing a "different" rom?
4)Why does fixing permission restore the modifications done via xposed to some apps?
5)are the modification codes injected into the rom or they run over it(sorry if i sound like a noob,i am one)?
Sonone said:
1)Does using xposed modules affect the performance of your phone!?
2)Does "per app dpi" module work well in kitkat 4.4.2?
3)Is it recommended to even restore the xposed framework+modules via titanium after flashing a "different" rom?
4)Why does fixing permission restore the modifications done via xposed to some apps?
5)are the modification codes injected into the rom or they run over it(sorry if i sound like a noob,i am one)?
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1) for some people for no known reason
2) yes, app settings
3) Same as any other app restore. Who cares, do what you want
4) Didn't know it did. "fix permissions" is not a good thing to do. Avoid it at all costs
5) Read the xposed thread. they are not injected (thats the whole point)
rootSU said:
1) for some people for no known reason
2) yes, app settings
3) Same as any other app restore. Who cares, do what you want
4) Didn't know it did. "fix permissions" is not a good thing to do. Avoid it at all costs
5) Read the xposed thread. they are not injected (thats the whole point)
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I will surely read it.. thanks for getting back!:good:
btw fixing permissions is bad... i did it quite often!
and at times it does help me when i have fcs!
Btw when i restored the entire xposed thing after i recently flashed slim (after coming from stock) some changes offered by gravity box didnt work well i probably think it may be some compatibility issues!
Sonone said:
I will surely read it.. thanks for getting back!:good:
btw fixing permissions is bad... i did it quite often!
and at times it does help me when i have fcs!
Btw when i restored the entire xposed thing after i recently flashed slim (after coming from stock) some changes offered by gravity box didnt work well i probably think it may be some compatibility issues!
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Xposed runs on top, not changing code. Gravity box only supports pure AOSP. The code Gravity box changes is not the same if not AOSP so some things work, some do not.
Dont fix permissions. Recovery doesnt know what permissions should be so it guesses. Bad

[Q&A][FAQ][TW][N][7.0][SM-G930F/FD/K/L/S/W8] SuperMan/SuperStock-Rom

Hello guys, I open a Question and Answer Thread for all SuperMan Rom users, so even users under 10 posts can ask their questions here.
Below I added some basic Q&A stuff which can also be found at the main thread, if you have any question, read through them before posting, thanks!
In case you search for the changelog have a look: Changelog post
If you want to see my post with all useful links such as TWRP, magisk, xposed and more visit: useful post​
Basic Questions:
Q: How to get into Download Mode?
A: Power off your phone, than hold: home + volume down + power on button until you see the download mode.
Q: How to get into Recovery Mode?
A: Power off your phone, than hold: home + volume up + power on button until you see the recovery mode.
Q: My Phone is stuck at boot and doesn't start, what to do??
A: Update your bootloader and modem. Also make sure you have made a fresh install of the rom. Bootloader and Modem can be found in the OP. Another problem can be that you are didn't decrypt your phone. To fix this read below how to disable encryption.
Q: Do I need to update bootloader and modem after every update?
A: It's recommend to update your bootloader and modem everytime there is a new base yes. The developer will tell you if necessary on every rom changelog.
Q: I get verification failed at start up!?!? My phone is broken now?
A: Yes, you have to buy a new phone now. Just kidding You did not disable force encryption in TWRP (how to do so you will find below in how to decrypt your phone).
Q: I get verification FRP LOCK? WHYYYYYY???
A: Very simple answer, you did not enable OEM Unlock in developer options. Now you need to flash full rom with odin again and start from scratch. But don't forget to enable OEM Unlock this time!
Q: Which devices are supported at the moment?
A: Current supported devices are: SM-G930F/FD/K/L/S/W8. Snapdragons are NOT supported
Q: Is this rom working on Snapdragon 820 variants?
A: No, sadly not.
Q: I want to change something in my rom setup, how can I do that?
A: Simply reflash the same rom version without any wipe and than choose the correct things you want.
Q: Some features are not present in this rom, but they are on stock rom, so where are they?
A: In aroma installer you have the option to select bloat you want to install or not, you probably didn't select all package, this is why it's missing now.
Q: After a clean install my phone is overblated with many custom settings. What to do?
A: Open my romcontrol, grant it root permissions and then my default settings will be applied.
Q: Will you add X or Y feature?
A: You can kindly ask in the thread for that, if I like your suggestion I will think about adding it to the rom.
Q: You said you fixed SD card RW but Titanium Backup can't write to external SD card, why???
A: This is because of googles changes concerning SD card, to fix this open Titanium Backup, Menu, Preferences, Backup Folder Location, Storage provider and than hit DocumentProvider Storage and select your SD card. Problem solved
Q: I can't find X and Y mod. Please help
A: I've added many links and useful stuff to this post here. Hope that's what you have been looking for!
Q: I want to have my external storage like an internal as well. Google introduced it with android Marshmallow, but I can't see this option?
A: Just follow this Guide here and you can setup your SD card as normal storage
Q: I got a new strange icon appearing after nougat update. What's that?
A: This is a new advanced calling feature introduced in android nougat. Should make your call quality better or something like this. To hide it please visit following forum: Get rid of RCS icon
Questions concerning rom updates:
Q: Do I have to do a full wipe for the new version?
A: It is always the best option to make a clean install, otherwise please don't come and report bugs!
Q: But I don't want to make a full wipe when only small stuff changed!
A: For updates using the same bases you can install the rom with a dirty flash. BUT with a new base a clean install is highly recommend!
Q: What steps should I do to update to a new version with a full wipe but keep all data?
A: There are some different ways. One way is to make a backup with Titanium Backup, you can backup all Apps and Preferences there. Make sure to store this backup on external SD card (if you have one). Second way would be to save your data onto a google account or samsung cloud and restore it after a clean install.
Q: I miss an apk after rom update, how can I get it back?
A: Simply reflash rom and select "dirty flash" in aroma + select the app this time in aroma.
Q: My battery life is so bad and performance is very poor after an update!?!?
A: This comes actually not form the rom itself, dirty flash can cause problems even if only some small things have been changed. So simply install it clean again and it will solve your problem.
Q: Performance and battery is very poor even after clean install. What should I do now?
A: I assume you installed Xposed than, some modules can cause batterydrain and performance problems. So try to make a clean install of the rom WITHOUT xposed installed.
Questions about log and logcats:
Q: I got FC's and other Problems with the rom, what to do?
A: Take a logcat for me, developers use to say: without a log, it never happened . A logcat can be grabed with a PC and ADB installed, simply type: adb logcat > log.txt while your phone is connected and the error is happening. Same can be done if you have a terminal installed on your phone. Simply type adb logcat > log.txt and you will have the same output as on the PC.
Q: What kind of logs can I provide to help you?
A: Logcat: This one is for general infos about FC's
DMESG: this is for kernel related things
Last_Kmsg: this can be used after a random reboot
Q: How to get logs?
A: 1. Connect your phone to your pc
2. Make sure you got usb debugging enabled
3. Install Minimal ADB tool
4. After install open it and type: adb logcat > logcat.txt, adb shell dmesg > dmesg.log, adb shell cat proc/last_kmsg kmsg.log
5. Send me the file you got
You can also send me a log created by your phones terminal with the exact same commands!
Questions about RomControl:
Q: None of my romcontrol changes do anything, why are you such a bad dev!?!?
A: The problem is not on my end, you installed stock systemUI (which is STOCK and does not support one single mod). Use another one in aroma instead. The same thing can happen with good lock!
Q: Romcontrol gives FC's to me. HELP!
A: Very simple answer here: wipe data and cache from superman control application. Also make sure storage permissions are given to the romcontrol.
Q: Romcontrol still FC after cleaning data and cache!
A: Make sure you allow storage permission in main settings.
Q: I try to backup my current RomControl setup, but it won't work?
A: It works. Just make sure to enable storage permission in main samsung applicatoin settings. You will find it in internal sdcard under RomControl folder.
Q: I can't restore SuperMan control settings after a clean base update, why?
A: Backup for SuperMan control only works as long as you use the same version of the app, I mostly change very much things in new releases that's why it won't work there.
Q: SystemUI reboot doesn't work in SuperMan settings app, why?
A: Since Nougat update, you need to install busybox in order to get this button working. Without busybox the button will just do nothing.
Q: I enabled weather on lockscreen but I can't see anything...
A: You probably didn't setup or even installed samsungs weather widget. Without it weather on lockscreen won't work too. So reflash the rom with the widget installed this time and set it up.
How to go back to stock:
Q: I like to go back to stock rom, how is this possible?
A: I can provide you here all steps which are needed to go back to a full stock rom.
0. Make a backup and than wipe all partitions in TWRP
1. Go to Sammobile and choose your country
2. Download the file and the attached Odin on sammobile
3. After downloading, put your phone into download mode
4. Make sure drivers are installed and your pc can detect your phone in odin
5. If the box in odin turns blue, add the AP file to AP tab, BL file to BL tab, CP file to CP tab and CSC_HOME to CSC tab
6. Hit start and wait until it is finished.
7. Reboot and you have a stock rom again
Questions about Encryption:
Q: On TWRP there is an error about /data mount, what to do?
A: Your device is encrypted, follow the steps below to get rid of your encryption.
Q: Help, I never had a code and now after installing the rom my phone asks for a password??
A: Your device is still encrypted, on step 0 of my rom instructions it tells you to be sure you're not. So, what do you need to to in case you are still encrypted.
A: HOW TO DISABLE ENCRYPTION:
1. Boot into TWRP
2. Select Wipe
3. Select format data
4. Then you manually need to type "yes" with the keyboard
5. Confirm the wipe (this will remove the encryption)
6. Reboot your recovery
Q: Is there a way to get rid of encryption which is simpler?
A: Not really, you could also wipe data with stock recovery but this is quite a big hassle so above method works better.
Q: And if I want to use this rom with encryption?
A: Normally we can use the stock kernel to encrypt our device, but since the Android 7.0 Nougat update samsung makes a check kernel sides to block deodexed roms from booting. This means that even the stock kernel is build by me to disable knox and tima. So encryption won't work there and you have to encrypt your device after you set up your phone. After that go to settings, security, encrypt device. It may need some additional steps to work...
Questions about CSC/Signal:
Q: Where has the CSC selection gone?
A: To include all csc files, the rom get way to big, so it got it's own thread now, take a look here: CSC installer
Q: I have a weak cellular signal, what can I do against it?
A: Two things: first, install your providers CSC using CSC installer and flash in TWRP or flashing stock CSC with Odin. Second Thing: You can install the modem from your provider, also find your modem on Sammobile and install it with Odin in CP tab.
Q: I don't have all sHealth features, how come?
A: Not all CSCs include this feature. I recommend to use AUT or DBT as it has the best compatibility!
Q: Can I flash MM CSC on N and vis a verse?
A: No, this is clearly not recommend! You can and will face call fc's!
Questions about Xposed:
Q: Does Xposed work yet on Android N 7.0?
A: No it does not! You will end up in a bootloop when you flash it on android N
Q: I selected xposed but now I don't see an app for it?
A: Maybe there went something wrong with installing the app to /data/app from my installer script. But xposed is actually installed only the app is missing, so head over to the download page of xposed app: Material Xposed Thread
Q: I selected xposed but the app shows not active or something else with xposed is not working.
A: This can have 2 reasons:
1. You have installed latest xposed version without installing magisk, magisk is required for most recent xposed version!
2. You used 86.2 xposed (which does not need magisk) but you did not install supersu. Since 86.2 does not use magisk to be systemless it uses supersu instead!
Questions about Magisk:
Q: How can I pass safetynet?
A: 1. Make sure to fully uninstall SuperSU by chainfire
2. Flash most recent 2.4.3 SuperStock Kernel
3. Flash Magisk V12
4. install latest Magisk Manager from playstore
5. Open Magiks Manager, go to settings
6. Enable MagiskHide, systemless hosts and systemless busybox
7. Reboot the phone and check safetynet!
Q: I got out of date binary issue?
A: Since Magisk V11.1 there is no need for phh root anymore. Everything is handled inside the MagiskManager apk!
Q: Where can I configure the root settings in Magisk?
A: Since Magisk V11.1 Magisk uses MagiskSU, you can find it in latest Magisk Manager V4.1
Questions about Snapchat:
Q: Even when I did not use xposed during my setup in rom I can't login to snapchat anymore!
A: Snapchat got updated and now detects even root access on your phone!
Q: What to do to login to snapchat then?
A: Clean install the rom without root and xposed and login to your snapchat, save the app with titanium backup, flash back xposed and root. For the next update of the rom just restore snapchat backup in TB.
Q: Any other possibility?
A: You could enable MagiskHide and check Snapchat inside it so root will be hidden from Snapchat. You will be able to perfectly login without any issues.
Q: I want to discuss this problem a bit deeper. Should I do so?
A: Do that, but this has nothing to do with this rom, so please go ahead and post your experience here on this Snapchat Thread.
Questions about Kernels:
Q: I want to switch kernel, how?
A: Since we have systemless xposed and systemless supersu, we have patches in ramdisk of boot.img. This means you have to reflash Magisk and supersu (or any other zip that changes some stuff in ramdisk partition) after every change of kernel!
Q: Synapse shows no UCI support!
A: Most comon issue is that no busybox is installed. Download the one from here: Latest busybox and flash it in recovery.
Q: I got random reboots, heeelp!
A: This is most likely from a custom kernel, if you face random reboots please check if you have the latest kernel installed or switch back to the stock kernel included in the rom.
Q: My screen is kind of yellow/orange and the touchscreen doesn't work at all!
A: You have chosen the wrong kernel in aroma selection. Reflash the rom without any wipe selecting the right kernel version.
Questions about Root:
Q: I lost root after installing this rom. What to do?
A: All mods (like supersu, phh's root, xposed and magisk) are stored in ramdisk of kernel boot.img. So if you flash this rom, and after this another kernel, simply reflash your preferred root method and it will work again!
Q: I selected phh root but my phone tells me I am not rooted!!
A: There are two possibilities:
1. You have mixed supersu/phh with magisk.
2. You did not install phhs root app from playstore.
Q: I get a warning about binary out of date. Help!
A: That happens on latest Magisk V11.1. Reason: Root has fully moved into Magisk Manager, no additional app required. Uninstall phh or supersu apps and only use magisk!
Q: I want to use su hide on my phone, how to do so?
A: Both below variants are outdated, I recommend to use Magisk with its build in MagiskHide. Check the thread: Magisk Thread
Link to phh's hidesu: Phh's thread
Link to chainfires suhide: Chainfires thread
Hi,
I have a bit of a silly question. I have enabled the torch to be turned on by the volume button but now want to turn that function off and can't remember where i enabled it from. I have looked everywhere but can't find it. Are you able to point me in the right direction.
Many thanks.
reeves72 said:
Hi,
I have a bit of a silly question. I have enabled the torch to be turned on by the volume button but now want to turn that function off and can't remember where i enabled it from. I have looked everywhere but can't find it. Are you able to point me in the right direction.
Many thanks.
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Hello
Settings, display, torchlight
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Tkkg1994 said:
Hello
Settings, display, torchlight
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
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Thanks that was driving me crazy.
downloadable files verification
Can some one verify that all of the downloadable files on the OP are the correct ones?
Can't seem to get it working, the steps I follow, are as following.
-> flash to stock rom from sammobile
-> OEM unlock
-> flash latest TWRP
-> in TWRP, format data
->install latest BL and CP from OP
-> flash rom -> Clean install
result is a non booting superman rom.. What can I do? I have been trying for DAYS now...
grave-diggers said:
Can some one verify that all of the downloadable files on the OP are the correct ones?
Can't seem to get it working, the steps I follow, are as following.
-> flash to stock rom from sammobile
-> OEM unlock
-> flash latest TWRP
-> in TWRP, format data
->install latest BL and CP from OP
-> flash rom -> Clean install
result is a non booting superman rom.. What can I do? I have been trying for DAYS now...
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There are several reasons:
1. Encryption is still enabled
2. BL/CP was not successfull
3. You mixed your settings about G930F or G935F model
I noticed a few things in aroma log when it was installing
failure to boot.img extracting ramdisk failure, aborting, is this something that's causing the problem?
I am still not getting it right..
grave-diggers said:
I noticed a few things in aroma log when it was installing
failure to boot.img extracting ramdisk failure, aborting, is this something that's causing the problem?
I am still not getting it right..
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Thats not really good lol. Redownload the rom. Maybe you got a corrupt zip file
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Holy crap I got it to work.. 4 days of trying to get this to work made me get alot of knowledge about this stuff, the file was corrupt, redownloading the file worked.
grave-diggers said:
Holy crap I got it to work.. 4 days of trying to get this to work made me get alot of knowledge about this stuff, the file was corrupt, redownloading the file worked.
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Finally!
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Right at this point I am wondering why snapchat doesn't want to log me in. There's no xposed or snapprefs on my phone, exposed uninstaller was flashed. Does this come familliar? There has to be a workaround without having to use bluestacks right?
grave-diggers said:
Right at this point I am wondering why snapchat doesn't want to log me in. There's no xposed or snapprefs on my phone, exposed uninstaller was flashed. Does this come familliar? There has to be a workaround without having to use bluestacks right?
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Someone said that it even checks for root now
Okay, here's the solution. If you find yourself having trouble logging in in to snapchat on a rooted device without xposed framework installed. Make sure to search for xposed using root explorer, delete all system files manually.. For some reason xposed uninstaller did not completely remove every xposed file in my phone.
SM-G930L
Does this ROM works on Korean variant? SM-G930L is the model. Thanks in advance
genorazer said:
Does this ROM works on Korean variant? SM-G930L is the model. Thanks in advance
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Make a full backup and try
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Im on fully stocked g930fd
Can u confirmed is this the correct sequence
Root
Install twrp
Make a back up
Make a clean flash
Install superman rom
tatuboy said:
Im on fully stocked g930fd
Can u confirmed is this the correct sequence
Root
Install twrp
Make a back up
Make a clean flash
Install superman rom
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No need to flash root. Flash twrp, flash bl and cp? backup, wipe (remove encryption) flash rom.
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Tkkg1994 said:
No need to flash root. Flash twrp, flash bl and cp? backup, wipe (remove encryption) flash rom.
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
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Can u link to me the needed files?
If it have video tutorial much better..
Im from oneplus3 users before.
So i dont have much knowlege in s7.
I need to know
First how to flash TWRP?
2ND What is bl? U mean boot loader?
Cp? What does it mean for?
Then after i back up. And wipe.
How to remove encryption?
tatuboy said:
Can u link to me the needed files?
If it have video tutorial much better..
Im from oneplus3 users before.
So i dont have much knowlege in s7.
I need to know
First how to flash TWRP?
2ND What is bl? U mean boot loader?
Cp? What does it mean for?
Then after i back up. And wipe.
How to remove encryption?
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Okay you want to install this rom. So go to my main page and follow all android beginner steps. Very detailed guide there
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
Tkkg1994 said:
Make a full backup and try
Sent from my SuperMan powered SM-G930F
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is there a chance it could brick the phone?

Ordered Pixel 2- awaiting delivery... Advice welcome!

OK, I’ve ordered and am awaiting arrival of my unlocked Pixel 2 from Google. I am on Verizon GFUDP and I plan on unlocking, rooting with Magisk and installing the tethering module. Then I plan on enjoying the phone and pretty much don’t plan on fussing around much with it.
I plan on unlocking before I do anything, including installing my Verizon sim. But do I have to allow the phone to do any upgrading prior to the rooting process? Also, can I (should I)hold off installing my sim until everything is rooted and up and running?
I was also thinking of using the Skipsoft toolset, but not sure if it is necessary. What are your thoughts on that?
Also, regarding lockscreen security on the phone, is fingerprint or password required? Can you use one or the other? I never use a passcode in general so wondering how it works.
Any "must have" apps to take advantage of Pixel 2?
Any help or advice is much appreciated!
Thanks in advance!
I purchased two Pixel 2 phones, and did the same thing you're planning on doing. I also have Verizon.
1) Unlocking the bootloader will wipe the device; Do this first. If you set up the phone prior to OEM unlocking, you will lose everything you set up.
2) Installing the SIM at anytime won't affect anything. When you install the Verizon SIM, some verizon apps will download. You can delete them if you want.
3) I did not use skipsoft. If you have a basic knowledge of ADB/Fastboot you will be fine without it.
4) The finger print reader is crazy fast. Also, setting up the phone it asks for a pin. Try it with the security of both to start. If you dislike it you can disable it in the future.
5) Apps I like/use: Tasker, Magisk, Titanium Backup, Custom Navigation Bar, Hide "using battery" notification, AdAway, Nova Launcher, Swipepad (where I put the "reboot" shortcuts), Reboot (Material Design) [ I made shortcuts to enter recovery, bootloader, etc], 1weather, Digilux (screen brightness control from the fingerprint reader), and Naptime (Have seen some battery length increase, though slows down notifications)
6) Not really apps, though @Tulsadiver made mods via Aroma from here: Various Mods for 8.1 December Update (Added Screen shots to show black notifications, battery icon removal, and clock w/day & ampm)
7) I like the Snoke kernel found here: [KERNEL]Snoke Kernel by @DespairFactor
There is a guide here: [GUIDE] Unlock/Flash/Root for the Pixel 2 (walleye) by @nathanchance
I laid out steps in this post here: [GUIDE] Unlock/Flash/Root for the Pixel 2 (walleye) - Post 127
Here are links because sometimes they can be tiresome to find:
SDK Platform Tools
(Follow the steps in the linked Post 127 to make cmd and SDK tools easier)
Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
amajamar said:
Do I have to allow the phone to do any upgrading prior to the rooting process?
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You should.
amajamar said:
Also, can I (should I)hold off installing my sim until everything is rooted and up and running?
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Doesn't make a difference.
amajamar said:
I was also thinking of using the Skipsoft toolset, but not sure if it is necessary. What are your thoughts on that?
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I'd do it manually via the command line with fastboot and adb - knowing how to use these tools is very important in case something ever goes wrong.
amajamar said:
Also, regarding lockscreen security on the phone, is fingerprint or password required? Can you use one or the other? I never use a passcode in general so wondering how it works.
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You can use both.
Diesel_Jeremiah said:
I purchased two Pixel 2 phones, and did the same thing you're planning on doing. I also have Verizon.
1) Unlocking the bootloader will wipe the device; Do this first. If you set up the phone prior to OEM unlocking, you will lose everything you set up.
2) Installing the SIM at anytime won't affect anything. When you install the Verizon SIM, some verizon apps will download. You can delete them if you want.
3) I did not use skipsoft. If you have a basic knowledge of ADB/Fastboot you will be fine without it.
4) The finger print reader is crazy fast. Also, setting up the phone it asks for a pin. Try it with the security of both to start. If you dislike it you can disable it in the future.
5) Apps I like/use: Tasker, Magisk, Titanium Backup, Custom Navigation Bar, Hide "using battery" notification, AdAway, Nova Launcher, Swipepad (where I put the "reboot" shortcuts), Reboot (Material Design) [ I made shortcuts to enter recovery, bootloader, etc], 1weather, Digilux (screen brightness control from the fingerprint reader), and Naptime (Have seen some battery length increase, though slows down notifications)
6) Not really apps, though @Tulsadiver made mods via Aroma from here: Various Mods for 8.1 December Update (Added Screen shots to show black notifications, battery icon removal, and clock w/day & ampm)
7) I like the Snoke kernel found here: [KERNEL]Snoke Kernel by @DespairFactor
There is a guide here: [GUIDE] Unlock/Flash/Root for the Pixel 2 (walleye) by @nathanchance
I laid out steps in this post here: [GUIDE] Unlock/Flash/Root for the Pixel 2 (walleye) - Post 127
Here are links because sometimes they can be tiresome to find:
SDK Platform Tools
(Follow the steps in the linked Post 127 to make cmd and SDK tools easier)
Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
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Nice! Thanks! No need for TWRP? I was going to install it.
Was there a "thing" regarding which version of Magisk to install? I thought I read something somewhere about issues with the newest version.
amajamar said:
Nice! Thanks! No need for TWRP? I was going to install it.
Was there a "thing" regarding which version of Magisk to install? I thought I read something somewhere about issues with the newest version.
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I have TWRP installed as well. I didn't comment on it since you didn't ask about it.
NOTE: You have to boot TWRP img, then install TWRP ZIP. Search threads, you'll find the info.
NOTE 2: You cannot install TWRP, Magisk and Kernel at the same time. Best way is to install everything is: TWRP ZIP, reboot. Flash Kernel, reboot. Flash Magisk, reboot.
As for Magisk, I'm on v5.5.3 and V15.2 without issues.
I've been upgrading through Magisk direct install without issues.
NOTE: You will get a pop up that your system has an issue and contact the manufacturer after Magisk. Do not panic, it'd because Magisk is modifying the DTBO img. It does not harm anything.
I also installed Viper4Android from Magisk.
Version 2.5.0.4 = works normal and processes correctly.
Diesel_Jeremiah said:
I have TWRP installed as well. I didn't comment on it since you didn't ask about it.
NOTE: You have to boot TWRP img, then install TWRP ZIP. Search threads, you'll find the info.
NOTE 2: You cannot install TWRP, Magisk and Kernel at the same time. Best way is to install everything is: TWRP ZIP, reboot. Flash Kernel, reboot. Flash Magisk, reboot.
As for Magisk, I'm on v5.5.3 and V15.2 without issues.
I've been upgrading through Magisk direct install without issues.
NOTE: You will get a pop up that your system has an issue and contact the manufacturer after Magisk. Do not panic, it'd because Magisk is modifying the DTBO img. It does not harm anything.
I also installed Viper4Android from Magisk.
Version 2.5.0.4 = works normal and processes correctly.
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Awesome! What features does the Snoke kernel give? Any issues with it? Do you need to flash the factory kernel to take an OTA?
I never used Viper4Android before. What does it do?
Thanks.
amajamar said:
Awesome! What features does the Snoke kernel give? Any issues with it? Do you need to flash the factory kernel to take an OTA?
I never used Viper4Android before. What does it do?
Thanks.
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Custom Kernel: Android Basics 101: Understanding Kernels – XDA Developer TV
I feel a bit snappier response and better battery life. There is Snoke, Flash, and ElementalX to name a few.
If you've loaded TWRP at all or mounted system rw; OTAs will not work. You'll have to use the factory images.
I've had no issues with the Snoke kernel. Just ensure you use the proper one for 8.0 or 8.1.
Viper4Android: Get the Sound you Deserve with ViPER4Android -- Android App Review
Viper4Android and Pizel 2 front facing speakers work very well together.
Diesel_Jeremiah said:
Custom Kernel: Android Basics 101: Understanding Kernels – XDA Developer TV
I feel a bit snappier response and better battery life. There is Snoke, Flash, and ElementalX to name a few.
If you've loaded TWRP at all or mounted system rw; OTAs will not work. You'll have to use the factory images.
I've had no issues with the Snoke kernel. Just ensure you use the proper one for 8.0 or 8.1.
Viper4Android: Get the Sound you Deserve with ViPER4Android -- Android App Review
Viper4Android and Pizel 2 front facing speakers work very well together.
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Excellent information! Thanks!

[FACE UNLOCK] for Stock Zen UI Oreo (8.0)

As always- I don't care what happens with your device, it burns, vaporizes, melts, freezes becomes a nuclear gun or whatever due to this guide. I'm not responsible at all. It would be fun to watch your phone get bricked though.. ​
What this guide will tell you?
It will tell you how to get face unlock on your stock rom, just in case you don't want to use any custom rom and then also need the feature.
WHAT DO I NEED?
> ROOTED stock firmware.
> Magisk framework installed and active.
> Xposed framework installed and active.
> Your Zenfone 3
WHAT TO DO ?
> Root your phone (obviously)
> Install the magisk framework via twrp.
> Install xposed framework too (Either use the xposed zip directly or install xposed systemlessly via the magisk module).
> Once you have both running. Download, install and activate the following modules:
*GOOGLE FACE UNLOCK module--From magisk
*INSTANT FACE UNLOCK---From xposed-- This is not mandatory but it removes the need to swipe to get past lock screen
> reboot your system once to activate all modules.
> To set up face unlock navigate to settings>security>smart lock>trusted face and add your face in it.
and done..
special thanks to @lcnghulam for telling me about these modules.
Screenshots attached.
+++++++++++ after recent updates from Asus, face unlock has stopped working as mentioned by users. Idk what's the reason, maybe the Ota update has removed or modified any important stuff. I'll try to find some way to get it to work, might take time.++++++++
"A click on thanks :good: is always appreciated"
Can you give me the link of xposed framework so that i can install it
Sadi240 said:
Can you give me the link of xposed framework so that i can install it
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You can install the framework from Magisk manager itself.
For apk Google "xposed for magisk", find the xda page for it and install the apk from it.
Works flawlessly. Only a little slow compared to my one plus 5t, but I know why
SidthConquerer said:
Works flawlessly. Only a little slow compared to my one plus 5t, but I know why
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Yes its a bit slow. But Atleast we have it working. :highfive:
Works fine thanks a lot.
[email protected] said:
As always- I don't care what happens with your device, it burns, vaporizes, melts, freezes becomes a nuclear gun or whatever due to this guide. I'm not responsible at all. It would be fun to watch your phone get bricked though.. ​
What this guide will tell you?
It will tell you how to get face unlock on your stock rom, just in case you don't want to use any custom rom and then also need the feature.
WHAT DO I NEED?
> ROOTED stock firmware.
> Magisk framework installed and active.
> Xposed framework installed and active.
> Your Zenfone 3
WHAT TO DO ?
> Root your phone (obviously)
> Install the magisk framework via twrp.
> Install xposed framework too (Either use the xposed zip directly or install xposed systemlessly via the magisk module).
> Once you have both running. Download, install and activate the following modules:
*GOOGLE FACE UNLOCK module--From magisk
*INSTANT FACE UNLOCK---From xposed-- This is not mandatory but it removes the need to swipe to get past lock screen
> reboot your system once to activate all modules.
> To set up face unlock navigate to settings>security>smart lock>trusted face and add your face in it.
and done..
special thanks to @lcnghulam for telling me about these modules.
Screenshots attached.
"A click on thanks :good: is always appreciated"
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i have an asus zenfone 3 deluxe (non PRO) with oreo 8.0.0 intslled.
the phone is rooted is unblocked.
according to your instruction i installed all modules and i activate them.
i did a soft reset
now in smart lock the option trusted face appears and works but....
wen i put my screen off... and then on again, nothing happens so i can only insert the in to activate the phone.
what is wrong?
thanks
Hi, I have installed both Magisk via TWRP and Xposed Framework via Magisk Module, had restarted the device and follow the instructions until saved the face recognition, but still didn't work on my phone. Am I missing something?
[email protected] said:
As always- I don't care what happens with your device, it burns, vaporizes, melts, freezes becomes a nuclear gun or whatever due to this guide. I'm not responsible at all. It would be fun to watch your phone get bricked though..
What this guide will tell you?
It will tell you how to get face unlock on your stock rom, just in case you don't want to use any custom rom and then also need the feature.
WHAT DO I NEED?
> ROOTED stock firmware.
> Magisk framework installed and active.
> Xposed framework installed and active.
> Your Zenfone 3
WHAT TO DO ?
> Root your phone (obviously)
> Install the magisk framework via twrp.
> Install xposed framework too (Either use the xposed zip directly or install xposed systemlessly via the magisk module).
> Once you have both running. Download, install and activate the following modules:
*GOOGLE FACE UNLOCK module--From magisk
*INSTANT FACE UNLOCK---From xposed-- This is not mandatory but it removes the need to swipe to get past lock screen
> reboot your system once to activate all modules.
> To set up face unlock navigate to settings>security>smart lock>trusted face and add your face in it.
and done..
special thanks to @lcnghulam for telling me about these modules.
Screenshots attached.
"A click on thanks :good: is always appreciated"
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Can we use this with custom Roms based on Oreo ?
fuzzyfixer said:
Can we use this with custom Roms based on Oreo ?
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Custom roms have inbuilt face unlock.
Just flash nano gapps or higher.
noelicious said:
Hi, I have installed both Magisk via TWRP and Xposed Framework via Magisk Module, had restarted the device and follow the instructions until saved the face recognition, but still didn't work on my phone. Am I missing something?
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Reboot the phone once, make sure all modules are enabled.
Try removing all unlock methods like fingerprint and add them back. Then add new face.
[email protected] said:
Custom roms have inbuilt face unlock.
Just flash nano gapps or higher.
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Mind Gapps or open Gapps anyone can be used?
fuzzyfixer said:
Mind Gapps or open Gapps anyone can be used?
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I always used open gapps, these are recommended by the dev and most stable.
face unlock works for me by installing Google Face Unlock v.1.1 by DennySPb, Mi 5 Arsenal, RIShukhov. for android 8.1 but working fine on the latest oreo stock 8.0.

[Magisk Module] Nokia Extensions

Nokia Extensions!​Telegram Group
This thread is discontinued. Future posts will be made here.​
Module description
Why should the Chinese have all the fun? This module aims at porting features from the Chinese variants of Nokia phones to Global variants (Android One).
Features
1. AI Floating Ball
The phone will recommend relevant application shortcut settings according to your usage. You can also:
Use the custom shortcuts to customize the shortcut menu.
Use gestures to enrich your interaction with the phone.
2. Data speed indicator
Tested and working on Nokia 6, Nokia 8 and Nokia 7 plus on Oreo. After installation, go to Settings - Network & Internet - Data Usage and toggle Show data speed. Now you should be able to see your internet speed on your status bar.
3. Screenshot Plus
Take long screenshots, edit them on the go.
4. Screen Recorder
Supports FHD, HD and SD at 30 and 60 FPS, records audio too.
5. Junk Cleaner
Clears cache and junk files.
6. Task Manager
View and end a running task.
7. Smart Boost
Enjoy gaming without frame drops and hiccups!
8.. Virus scanner
Scan for virus and keep your phone secure.
9. NokiaPure fonts
Change your system font to NokiaPure
How to's
To install the module, flash the zip using Magisk manager or TWRP and reboot.
To uninstall the module, flash the same zip again and reboot.
To get the internet speed on the status bar, go to Settings - Network & Internet - Data Usage and toggle Show data speed.
To use Screenshot plus and Screen Recorder, add them to Quick Settings.
To open AI Floating Touch, Smart boost, Task manager, Junk Cleaner and Virus scan use NEX Launcher.
Compatibility
Nokia Phones
Magisk 17+
Android 8.1.0 and above
Download from Magisk Manager.
Source code: Github[/SIZE]
Credits
@topjohnwu for Magisk
@ahrion & @Zackptg5 for Unity template and Volume Key Selector
FIH/Evenwell/HMD Global (whoever it is) for making these apps
Changelog
v1
Initial release
v1.1
Added more features - Screenshot plus, Screen Recorder, System dashboard
Added NokiaPure fonts
v1.2
Added smart boost
fixed some FCs
v1.3
Merged Pie and Oreo files into a single package
Users can now select only the files they want to install using volume keys
How to use these apps? I am unable to use the apks after downloading.
yagyanshskumar said:
How to use these apps? I am unable to use the apks after downloading.
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The Title shows that it's a Magisk Module. Means that you need to be rooted using Magisk
Akilesh T said:
Nokia Extensions!
Module description
Why should the Chinese have all the fun?
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Haha, great!
maybe is not working on nokia 6 with magisk root which have locked bootloader
frnsl3 said:
maybe is not working on nokia 6 with magisk root which have locked bootloader
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I guess you are using Magisk 16.1
This module requires Magisk 17+
ZeroPointMax said:
Haha, great!
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These features could have been added by Nokia mobile itself if they wanted to. But they decided to keep it only for China, going with "Pure stock" Android for the rest of the markets. You can say that it might reduce the speed of the updates, but China variants have been getting updates at almost the same speed as the global variants. It would have been great if they had gone with something like OOS.
Akilesh T said:
I guess you are using Magisk 16.1
This module requires Magisk 17+
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yep so sad, able rooting but not maximum potential and soft brick too often if we modify the system
frnsl3 said:
yep so sad, able rooting but not maximum potential and soft brick too often if we modify the system
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Magisk is systemless
Akilesh T said:
Magisk is systemless
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not talking about magisk there, i tell you about rooting
Unable to install
I have nokia 8. When i try to install this module, it says that my decvice is pixel Xl and refuses to install. I think this is because i have installed daydream enabler module. Is there a way to bypass the device check and proceed with installing this module?
audiophile55 said:
I have nokia 8. When i try to install this module, it says that my decvice is pixel Xl and refuses to install. I think this is because i have installed daydream enabler module. Is there a way to bypass the device check and proceed with installing this module?
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Looks like that module edited your build.prop
You can bypass it. Extract the zip. Remove the device check part in install_module function inside the config.sh file. Rezip it and flash again
Akilesh T said:
Looks like that module edited your build.prop
You can bypass it. Extract the zip. Remove the device check part in install_module function inside the config.sh file. Rezip it and flash again
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Can you tell me exactly which lines to remove? I try removing few lines but getting the same error. I am a noob at this. BTW, i also tried deleting the entire config.sh file and still I get the same error.
EDIT: My bad. I kept flashing the original zip and not extracted zip. All good now.
audiophile55 said:
Can you tell me exactly which lines to remove? I try removing few lines but getting the same error. I am a noob at this. BTW, i also tried deleting the entire config.sh file and still I get the same error.
EDIT: My bad. I kept flashing the original zip and not extracted zip. All good now.
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You mustn't delete config.sh file
:good:
does this module work with other android one phones? im using xiaomi a2 lite @ oreo 8.1
How can i use ai floating? . I cant find where to activate it
cbkottege said:
How can i use ai floating? . I cant find where to activate it
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Search for "touch" in settings. There'll be a result like "Hide in do not disturb apps". That'll take you to the AI floating button' settings
Hi. I am using nokia 8. After installation module and restart, i get smart tuner and data speed indicator force close, how to fix it sir?
(Sorry for my bad english)
zeronatdo said:
Hi. I am using nokia 8. After installation module and restart, i get smart tuner and data speed indicator force close, how to fix it sir?
(Sorry for my bad english)
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Are you using the latest version (v1.3)?

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