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Motorola Solutions TC55

Hello,
I have a TC55 from Motorola Solutions (i.e. the enterprise division that does not belong to Google). It is a rugged phone with a big battery (4400 mAh), but certainly not the sleekest design. Not sure if there is much interest in this kind of device, and I am certainly no developer - but in case anyone is investigating the TC55, here are two things I found so far:
It does not come with any Google apps: no Maps, no Gmail, no Play store and so on.
It is easily rooted with Framaroot using the Gandalf exploit.
(I cannot post this info into the Framaroot thread due to my low post count).
Anyway, maybe this helps someone. I will be happy to try to answer any questions about the TC55, but keep in mind I am no pro and I am not keen in messing around in its internals much more than I have done already.

Elanguescence said:
Hello,
I have a TC55 from Motorola Solutions (i.e. the enterprise division that does not belong to Google). It is a rugged phone with a big battery (4400 mAh), but certainly not the sleekest design. Not sure if there is much interest in this kind of device, and I am certainly no developer - but in case anyone is investigating the TC55, here are two things I found so far:
It does not come with any Google apps: no Maps, no Gmail, no Play store and so on.
It is easily rooted with Framaroot using the Gandalf exploit.
(I cannot post this info into the Framaroot thread due to my low post count).
Anyway, maybe this helps someone. I will be happy to try to answer any questions about the TC55, but keep in mind I am no pro and I am not keen in messing around in its internals much more than I have done already.
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I heard my company is planning to go with these soon for entry level supervisors such as myself. I'm trying to figure out exactly what it is. All the specs and brochures from Motorola keep calling it a mobile computer in a smartphone "form factor" but never actually call it a phone. I didn't see anything in any of the specs to lead me to believe for sure that it was a phone or if it was just an Android computer in a smartphone form factor.
Anyway, I just wanted to confirm, that, you're certain this is a phone, correct?
Thanks.
- Byron

bfollowell said:
Anyway, I just wanted to confirm, that, you're certain this is a phone, correct?
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Yes, definitely. You can call and get called, and you can send and receive SMS. It also supports wired headsets, and it is supposed to work with Bluetooth headsets, though I do not have any to test.

Elanguescence said:
Yes, definitely. You can call and get called, and you can send and receive SMS. It also supports wired headsets, and it is supposed to work with Bluetooth headsets, though I do not have any to test.
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Thanks for the info but it looks like mine is going to be crippled.
Sort of a let-down really. Yes, it "can" be a phone. Or without a sim card it can be a really powerful Android based mobile computer. That's what it is going to be for most of us. Only a few supervisors with area management approval are going to get units with the phone features working. Still cool. Just not as cool as I'd thought it was going to be.
- Byron

bfollowell said:
Thanks for the info but it looks like mine is going to be crippled.
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I see, sorry to hear that. It sounds weird to me to do that, but then again I have no clue about this type of work.
Maybe the crippling could be worked around or undone by people with good Android knowledge - but I suppose it might not be the best idea to go against company policy.

Elanguescence said:
I see, sorry to hear that. It sounds weird to me to do that, but then again I have no clue about this type of work.
Maybe the crippling could be worked around or undone by people with good Android knowledge - but I suppose it might not be the best idea to go against company policy.
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I don't think they're doing anything all that special to cripple it. They just won't all have sim cards or a cell plan. Pretty much as simple as that.
I won't be doing anything to circumvent that though or rooting it or anything like that. It's not like it's a gift and it belongs to me or anything. After almost 22 years, I've kind of grown to like my job and getting a paycheck every two weeks.I'd kind of like to keep it for another 15 or 20 years. Who knows, maybe my manager will decide that I need cell service with mine.
I work for a large automaker in the U.S. We have over 2.8 million square feet under roof. Personally, I can be anywhere on in the plant, on the roof, in pits & sub-basements underneath or anywhere on or near the 50 acre plant site at any given time. A lot of what I need to do on a daily basis is through our intranet portal. They're putting in something like 500 new wi-fi repeaters/extenders all around the plant as well. They're purchasing these for over 300 first line supervisors at my site alone. I'm pretty sure they're doing this corporate-wide so I hate to think what they're spending on these things as a corporation. I'm sure it would bankrupt many small nations! In addition to giving us portal access away from the desk, these are meant to replace our aging industrial radio system. As expensive as these are, they're still much cheaper than $1.5 to $2k per person for a radio that has no other built-in functionality and these do seem pretty ruggedized.
Still a shame about the phone functionality though.
- Byron

Can you see what browser it comes with? Can you install (untrusted) APKs directly without rooting it?

FYI, in case anyone's wondering, there is a version with Google apps on the way (if it isn't already orderable).
Sent from my Moto X

tfnico said:
Can you see what browser it comes with? Can you install (untrusted) APKs directly without rooting it?
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Browser is a standard one, which comes with other devices. Name is Browser.apk and version is 1.0.9
It's possible to install unsigned APK's without rooting.

google account
Hi,
I got stucked with trying to get google calendars from my google account to TC55.
I found one solution to setup google account as a corporate one, but it's not available anymore due to change in google policy.
I can setup google mail via email account, but that doesn't bring me my calendars to the device.
I tried to install gapps but without success.
Is there any other way?
Thanks.

Motorola work on google apps for TC55.There is in beta.

Elanguescence said:
... here are two things I found so far:
It does not come with any Google apps: no Maps, no Gmail, no Play store and so on.
It is easily rooted with Framaroot using the Gandalf exploit.
(I cannot post this info into the Framaroot thread due to my low post count).
Anyway, maybe this helps someone. I will be happy to try to answer any questions about the TC55, but keep in mind I am no pro and I am not keen in messing around in its internals much more than I have done already.
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Obviously u rooted, can u install gapps in it?

RjCode said:
Obviously u rooted, can u install gapps in it?
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No idea, I haven't tried. As far as I understand gapps are usually installed via flashing a zip from recovery, and the stock recovery of the TC55 does not have that option, it only allows reflashing a whole image, if I understand it correctly. Either way, I have come to appreciate the open source alternatives and do not want to get Google on my phone, so I will not try, sorry.
However, going by this thread over at the Motorola support forum, it seems it won't take long until there is official gapps support:
https://developer.motorolasolutions.com/thread/4989

Motorola has now released a TC55-firmware with Google apps. Here are the release notes:
https://atgsupportcentral.motorolasolutions.com/content/emb/docs/ReleaseNotes/Release%20Notes%20-%20%20TC55_RevAPlus_GMS_01%2074G_v10.htm
According to the support email they sent me, to get the actual release you need to perform the following arcane ritual:
Resolution Type is : Software Download
Resolution Id is  : 95562
Resolution Title is : TC55 Update Image v1.74 with GMS (Google Mobile Service) Release Note & Factory Reset & Enterprise Enabler package
restrictedSW :
T55N0JGMVRUEN17400.zip 321 MB TC55 OS Recovery Update package
T55N0JGMVAUEN17400.apf 321 MB TC55 OS update package file for deployment using MSP
If you require access to OS files for TC55 1.74 GMS then call the local Support Desk and provide following information:
a. Site ID
b. Serial #(s)
c. Phone #
d. Customer name (First and Last)
e. E-mail address
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Don't ask me what the local support desk number is, or the site ID, or why they have to make this so complicated.

Hi Elanguescence,
I think I screwed up my tc55 by enabling the multiuser function without first creating the white list. Now all the users (with admin rights) does not have access to all the programs, including Applock Administrator and Multiuser administrator.
To cut things short, do you know of a way to reset the device? I don't mind setting it to factory default and start over. I've googled it and some said to launch Rapid Deployment and scan a barcode from there... but my Rapid Deployment just says "Service Not Ready, Please Wait" and get stuck there.
Any help appreciated. Thank you.

Any TC55 users here? Should be getting my unit w/ GMS soon... How do you guys like it?
Is the bootloader locked?
Sent from my Moto X

Hey!
I want to Buy one TC55 for me. Normally i hate Android and the Google stuff on the Phone but some Motorola Salesman told me there is a version with out.
Now i use an Sybian Device. That mean i am "offline" the hole time and when i need Internet the Phone connect the the Internet.
So how about that phone can i work "offline" to?
I will also use an VPN Tunnel to block on my backend all Connnection i dont want. Does all Data trough this VPN Tunnel ?
How about the Barcode Scanning does it work good?
I know for 2D i need to use the Cam but how works it when i am in some other Application?

Nobody?

Ok. I just bought a TC55 from a Friend and I was wondering if someone would post the update to get GSM and the Factory Reset packages. I went to the page and it requires all the information posted above before. Mine is rooted, but i am trying to install GAPS but the recovery is the basic and cannot. I manually installed Google Play and the Google Play Services but Google Play services keep crashing and the Play Store will not connect, any ideas ?

the are 2 versions one with google s... service and the other without.
So i belive you have the first?
(Can i ask you some question about that phone?)

[Review] Incredible 3GB 6000mAh Innos D6000 review specs

Possible issues:
D6000 reboots: 2 users have stated that turning off animations was correlational to D6000 rebooting itself. I have turned off animations since the beginning and not experienced this problem at all on any ROM. Still, it's worth noting here as a possible solution: Turn animations back on if animations are off and you are having reboots
Box states other than official site in regards to frequency support: Gone, info link removed by XDA mods.
Several users experiencing restarts when phone goes into deep sleep
Hard bricked after ROM install: Plug phone into PC via USB and enter recovery (VolDown+Power) then do reboot
v2.4 D6000 dedicated function button not working. Solution: Switch to Chinese language and set by pressing button or through system settings. Switch back to English. Profit.
At least 4 Western users and one China user has experienced "dead battery" syndrome. The internal battery will not charge. Phone boots into Android, after a few seconds phone freezes, then reboots or powers down. Battery charge icons do not show when phone powered down. Solution:
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All known ROMS
All known ROMS (contact me if we're missing any): Gone, info link removed by XDA mods
How to upgrade to 5.1 from User 861efdee
Driver Files (Found in 4pda.ru forums):
http://s000.tinyupload.com/?file_id=05936486760178633478 (Just the drivers)
https://yadi.sk/d/LKwZHvUEiosBx (Drivers + QPST/QFIL)
1. Install the drivers. (Accept all default settings)
2. Install QPST/QFIL (Accept all default settings)
3. Unzip the tar.gz to a folder. (Remember this folder)
4. Run QFIL, it should auto detect the port (mine was COM5)
5. Select Flat build.
6. Select Programmer Path from the unzipped tar.gz folder just now and select prog_emmc_firehose_8936.mbn
7. Ensure the Select build path is the path to the unzipped tar.gz folder.
8. Click on Load XML and select rawprogram_unparse
9.. Select patch0.xml
10. Click on Download. Windows will suddenly find and install another new driver and you will receive a "Fail to find QDloader" error
After Windows has installed the driver, go to QFIL and select the new port number for the device Windows have just installed. You should see the number change from 9091 to 9008 and different COM number.
11. Press Download again and cross your fingers.
Root, gapps, TWRP tutorial: Gone, link removed by mods.
Recommended gapps: http://opengapps.org Make sure to DL ARM-64 for 5.1. Pico recommended.
For those concerned about frequencies, we finally had a Canadian answer back and he's connecting to bands as advertised on the site. This means the box is incorrect and the official Innos site is listing the correct frequency support: Gone, link removed by mods.

Wow thanks for sharing :highfive:

Spec are good, but is innos a reliable manufacturer ?

Where can I buy one from 'Canada, and will it be in english????
A 6,000mah battery with octa a53's is exactly what i want.

benxico said:
Spec are good, but is innos a reliable manufacturer ?
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They're using quality components. If you don't want to bite yet, wait for the review results.
imatts said:
Where can I buy one from 'Canada, and will it be in english????
A 6,000mah battery with octa a53's is exactly what i want.
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Should be released this week. You'll need to buy from a China shop most likely, Innos D6000 unlikely to be sold retail in anywhere but China or China resellers.

Do somebody know, if it's prerooted? If not can somebody know how to do it?
Can I load there some custom roms?
Will custom roms recognize two batteries, or it's just unique for this innos firmware?
Details of software is necessary to buy, because without root it's useless.
It would be nice to get some more details of its software.

The Innos D6000 has just been received. As far as Innos D6000 root, rooting it shouldn't be a problem. I may delve into that later, but at this point just general testing. So far it's proving to be a very professionally done package. I've put together a quick unboxing. Just slammed it together. Nothing fancy. Uploading to YouTube now. Already up on Facebook.
<MOD EDIT - Link Removed>. First post on the page.

Chinaphonearena said:
The Innos D6000 has just been received. As far as Innos D6000 root, rooting it shouldn't be a problem. I may delve into that later, but at this point just general testing. So far it's proving to be a very professionally done package. I've put together a quick unboxing. Just slammed it together. Nothing fancy. Uploading to YouTube now. Already up on Facebook.
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Sweet, thanks for the review. I've been looking at this phone for the last couple weeks and really interested in getting it. Really looking forward to the full review on your site!
Also, what exactly do you mean about rooting possibilities?

kuzimoto said:
Sweet, thanks for the review. I've been looking at this phone for the last couple weeks and really interested in getting it. Really looking forward to the full review on your site!
Also, what exactly do you mean about rooting possibilities?
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It means the phone is rootable, but most likely will need to flash TWRP / CWM.
I'll be doing a running review of the Innos D6000. Piece by piece, then putting it together at Gizbeat with a conclusion. Most likely this week.

That's nice. Can't wait Your movie and my innos it's
Still waiting for dispatch in China...
It was nice if the root methods will work for it.

Hi all.
I bought this phone last week and so far is great.
I found a Chinese forum and install a ROM via native recovery from there but all the Gapps are gone now. The phone have no root and Market.
I install Mi Market and manage to install Play Store and Google Services but the Play Store gives me an error of connection due to the host file in System / etc (root).
I'm not a developer and i'm looking for a Custom recovery or Root access for this device, when you have please post it....
Thanks in advance

Hi All,
I also had problems with an update removing all google services.
You need to use the annoying Qualcomm wire brush method and drivers! As its type C USB, you will also need Qualcomm Ethernet drivers and not standard USB.....
In windows 10 etc you'll also have to disable driver certificate verification to install the drivers.
At the moment there is no root option, but here's the google play 5.1.1 version:-http://bbs.innos.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=59378&extra=page%3D1&mobile=2
To register on the innos BBS to view links, you'll need a QQ messenger account to use the baidu cloud downloaded.
I would post the entire instructions but I'm currently on holiday in the Ukraine.
Let me know if you need any more help installing the ROM and getting over the great firewall of China!
Thanks!

adojames said:
Hi All,
I also had problems with an update removing all google services.
You need to use the annoying Qualcomm wire brush method and drivers! As its type C USB, you will also need Qualcomm Ethernet drivers and not standard USB.....
In windows 10 etc you'll also have to disable driver certificate verification to install the drivers.
At the moment there is no root option, but here's the google play 5.1.1 version:-http://bbs.innos.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=59378&extra=page%3D1&mobile=2
To register on the innos BBS to view links, you'll need a QQ messenger account to use the baidu cloud downloaded.
I would post the entire instructions but I'm currently on holiday in the Ukraine.
Let me know if you need any more help installing the ROM and getting over the great firewall of China!
Thanks!
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Hi Ado James
I have everything you said here except the Qualcomm ethernet drivers.
I will look for this in Google and try to install it and then try to install the ROM....
I will keep you post it
Thanks

This bbs site lookslike fully of helpful informations, but even after translate looks like hard to understand...
Maybe it's time to make space for innos at this forum? Mods?
It could be reason to collect soft or even ingest developers to do done software?
It was nice to install TWRP and some custom roms like slimcat or cm... Is it possible? Will wait, will see...

Zenuno said:
Hi Ado James
I have everything you said here except the Qualcomm ethernet drivers.
I will look for this in Google and try to install it and then try to install the ROM....
I will keep you post it
Thanks
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Hi Ado
I can't find the right drivers for type-c usb.
If you please, when you arrive from your vacations try to post here all the drivers and programs necessary...
Thanks in advance

I also get the Innos D6000 and are happy with him. By reading your posts it's not an option to upgrade(using wire brush) to a newer version of software due to the play issue(suppose international shipment bring a bit different rom from the Chinese version). On the innos bbs forum i also noticed people not happy with newer software than v1.1 (android 5.0.2), but also noticed people are happy with this rom:
http://bbs.innos.com/thread-59378-1-1.html
it seams it bring play, anyone tried it ?

D6000 frequencies?
According to Gizbeat there is a question about frequencies
<MOD EDIT - Link Removed>
Owners of d6000 If you could, please state your location and what frequencies you are quite sure you're connecting on.
There's also this thread: Where a user is unable to connect to B7 LTE
<MOD EDIT - Link Removed>
Because I'm from USA and it means the phone is completely useless there if box is correct.

damian5000 said:
According to Gizbeat there is a question about frequencies
<MOD EDIT - Link Removed>
Owners of d6000 If you could, please state your location and what frequencies you are quite sure you're connecting on.
There's also this thread: Where a user is unable to connect to B7 LTE
<MOD EDIT - Link Removed>
Because I'm from USA and it means the phone is completely useless there if box is correct.
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I've communicated with Innos today. According to them the specs are as stated on their official page and through their selling partners. The box only reads the minimal frequencies so as to not confuse Chinese people where the majority of these phones are sold.
Of course, this isn't 100% solid. What we need is reports from people who own the phone, where they live and what kind of connectivity they're getting, especially from anyone in N/C/S Americas, but any reports from any locations are good.

I got my D6000 on saturday. My problem is, that the phone is always reebooting when you turn off the display. This happens in between 1-2 minutes after put the phone in standby. When i turn on flightmode the phone is not reebooting!! Maybe there is a bug with the modem. I use TELEKOM (t-mobile) in Germany.
The rom is version D6000_ROM_COMMON_V1.1 (Android Version 5.0.2).
Any ideas?

Hanz, that's a good guess that it's something with the radio or radio software. If I were you, I'd try the beta 5.1 and see if the problem continues. If it doesn't, then you know it's a software issue. If it does, it still might be a software issue (eg, if it's a driver or baseband issue and these files not changing between ROMs). I'm only recommending it as part of the process of elimination.
First you might want to try setting to WCDMA only, GSM only, LTE only, and see if it's an issue with more specific connectivity. If these options don't exist in mobile network settings, try to use this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.mangelow.network&hl=en

Airtel Internet TV

Hello Everyone!!
Just wanted to check if anyone playing around Airtel Internet TV (needless to say it'a based on Android TV).
If yes, from where I can get its Firmware/ROM and its system APKs.
Thanks

maddy_g said:
Hello Everyone!!
Just wanted to check if anyone playing around Airtel Internet TV (needless to say it'a based on Android TV).
If yes, from where I can get its Firmware/ROM and its system APKs.
Thanks
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Any update on this?? the codename for this is ganesa, looking forward to getting this device hacked .....

Xiaomi4X said:
Any update on this?? the codename for this is ganesa, looking forward to getting this device hacked .....
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I cant find anything in internet except your thread, i wanted to root my airtel internet tv box also, it runs android marshmallow, have you tried finding using the codename ganesa? how did you find the codename ganesa?

From browsing system files using File Explorer, how to start tinkering with this device ?
Do we need to contact any specific Devs ?

My Airtel DTH subscription just ran out, and I have no intentions of renewing it (do most of my TV watching on the phone via JioTV). Unfortunately, without an active subscription the Airtel Internet TV box locks you out of not just the DTH part, but also the Internet part -- you cannot use it as a simple Android TV device.
So have been searching for ways to root the device and/ or bypass the subscription check. Any ideas? Hoping there is a way to wipe out Airtel customised OS and install a vanilla version of Android TV. Or even an Oreo port if that is possible.

Request to senior members to guide us on rooting android TV
Request to senior members to guide us on rooting airtel TV and possibly on how to port Oreo TV update to this.

Guys need to work please my subscription is about to end and after that it will turn into a ****ing box.
Without Airtel subscription it's android capabilities aur in accesible.

Can someone please upload the Airtel Movies apk from the internet tv.
You can do it using Es File Explorer. Go to Apps then Backup.

Check this post. See if you can contribute.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/rooting-set-box-lge-sh960s-airtel-t3826462

Custom ROM / firmware
maddy_g said:
Hello Everyone!!
Just wanted to check if anyone playing around Airtel Internet TV (needless to say it'a based on Android TV).
If yes, from where I can get its Firmware/ROM and its system APKs.
Thanks
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Almost all devices ship with either of the above two categories of firmware, though things don’t end there. Independent developers who like to customize their devices beyond the standard options provided often tend to release the fruits of their labor for the rest to enjoy, in form of custom ROMs. The more open the platform, the more independent development it attracts, a good example of which is the independent custom ROM development for Android.
In case of proprietary firmware such as iOS and Windows Phone 7, there is often little or no room for customization of the operating system itself but regardless of that, developers still tend to release custom ROMs bundled with useful tools and hacks applied to provide functionality beyond the stock features.

someone pls post airtel internet tv apk

airtel smart box is just a box without subscription
The airtel internet tv is good till it has a active subscription. But once it's over its a stupid box which can't be used any where so any idea to make it work independently. Can we change its os so it becomes totally a smart box and not a setop box anymore as I don't have any intention to renew my subscription ever. So atleast the box will be useful for me.

I have got the source code can anyone develop a rom which can work without dish
Xiaomi4X said:
Any update on this?? the codename for this is ganesa, looking forward to getting this device hacked .....
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I have got the source code for Airtel internet tv /airtel android box . So can any one help me develop a rom which can let it work without the dish. M ready to make donation if it's gone help.

Hello PM me. I can try with the source code you have.

riks4039 said:
I have got the source code for Airtel internet tv /airtel android box . So can any one help me develop a rom which can let it work without the dish. M ready to make donation if it's gone help.
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I can help you with that...Can remove subscription check if code allows that. Please share.

To everyone who is stuck after the subscription is over can head over to this post.
I personally haven't tried this, if anyone has luck bypassing the subscription Please share
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...ox-lge-sh960s-airtel-t3826462/page3?nocache=1

any help on this?

aryan.jain363 said:
Can someone please upload the Airtel Movies apk from the internet tv.
You can do it using Es File Explorer. Go to Apps then Backup.
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i need this too. Now it is upgraded as Airtel XStream if someone can take it up i can install it in my android box

Any response on this? I recently got one upgraded as the old internet tv box went bad and stopped working... Would love to be able to remove subscription check on this new xstream box

@anshul123
I got this trick from a @Dhairy
Not very convenient but I have a way to enjoy apps without recharging DTH, Go to settings ---> apps ---> Airtel Xstream ---> Force Stop
Now, press back button and move back to apps list -----> Look for play store and open from the settings, to your surprise play store will open.
Now, search and install ATV Launcher (Or any launcher of your choice) -----> Open ATV Launcher from app store
Voila you can see all apps there and they would open normally.
Actually the check is done by their Launcher so if we could root and delete that launcher and install android tv home ( Google launcher for android Tv), then theoretically that would bypass the subscription check also.
Unfortunately, you have to force stop Airtel Xstream every time till then. Also I would recommend not to upgrade your box as they may fix this vulnerability and use some other method to check for subscription. Till then enjoy!
I have Airtal Xstream Box and it works perfect on it. However it would be great if someone can come up with a custom ROM for Airtel Xstream Box.

Huawei Honor Waterplay Tablet (3GB / 32GB)

Hi,
since I can't find much on the interwebs, maybe a huawei wizz can help me here.
For Christmas I imported the honor waterplay (non LTE 3GB/32GB version) (since it was fairly cheap and, well, IP67... so it can function as a ebook reader while in the bathtub/jaccuzzi) and also has a beefy battery.
The issue I have is: on huawei's website I can not unlock the bootloader, If you use EMUI 5.0 you can select tablets, but the waterplay is not recognized. If you select 5.1 (which the waterplay has) you can only select Smartphones. I contacted Huawei via Mail but 10 days running - no answer. - so is there a way to unlock it so i can flash magisk?
Second Q: Is there a working exploit to get at least root running? adb via usb is not working, on click root apps failed (as well as the windows supported ones like kingo etc.)
thirdly: does anyone know if the waterplays' hardware is similar to a lineage os version of another tablet ? (I'd love to have a L-OS on that, not only for root but some apps loaded with yalp annoy me, they work but always a popup google services are required...)
btw: the tablet is impressive for the money (260€) ereader mode it lasts days (was reading some GoT for hours), playing games is good (my nephew played 4h on christmas and it only lost 40%), overall system is responsive. it has a fingerprint reader which works ok and can be used with gestures. All it misses is a fully google supported rom. Sound with the 4 Speakers is actually good - you can even watch streams/movies without sounding too tinny.
thanks in advance for any suggestions / support
cheers
@ moderators: if this is wrong here, please move it - I did not want to hijack any honor forum for this, since there is no section for the waterplay yet. thanks

Hey Buster... im in the same position as you... love taking it in the shower so i dont miss anything.... but need a rom of some sort to open things up..... we can only hope the guys who know will give us a hand... pinky

m1pnk said:
Hey Buster... im in the same position as you... love taking it in the shower so i dont miss anything.... but need a rom of some sort to open things up..... we can only hope the guys who know will give us a hand... pinky
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root
hey Buster... you found a good root tool for the waterplay ?

Nope nothing yet I'm afraid
Sent from my [device_name] using XDA-Developers Legacy app

one last bump.
is there a root method for this device?
thanks

I could not install Google Play, how do I? Does anyone speak Mandarin?

renatohs said:
I could not install Google Play, how do I? Does anyone speak Mandarin?
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You need to have 2 files to enable Google Play service on the Waterplay.
You need the Huawei gms services apk (com.huawei.gmsinstaller.apk Ver. 1.2.0) , and then an google play installer (com.goplaycn.googleinstall.apk Ver. 4.8.1)
Both of these can be found easily using google search.
You need to install the gms service apk first, reboot the tablet and then install the google play installer to get the playstore app on your tablet. You might need to wait a bit after the playstore is installed for the Playstore app to update itself to the correct version before selecting the app.
Once the you select the app it will ask for your google credentials and you can go from there.

Tv box h96 pro plus

Hello I'm new in the box but I have a question about this tv box I buy it and I see something strange it looks like it has a strange software mix because in some part it looks like android tv but in others it is like a phone I mean for example Google play is like a normal android phone if I download YouTube, Netflix, etc by default it downloads me the phone version of this apps no the android tv version, as this happens I need to download the apks and install, and i try to install android tv launcher and it says that it is not compatible, does someone can explain me this mix? I'm a little noob sorry
Thanks!

Nicoga97 said:
Hello I'm new in the box but I have a question about this tv box I buy it and I see something strange it looks like it has a strange software mix because in some part it looks like android tv but in others it is like a phone I mean for example Google play is like a normal android phone if I download YouTube, Netflix, etc by default it downloads me the phone version of this apps no the android tv version, as this happens I need to download the apks and install, and i try to install android tv launcher and it says that it is not compatible, does someone can explain me this mix? I'm a little noob sorry. Thanks!
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I don't have this device but, the following, device specific, threads may be helpful for what you are looking for and don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within one of them too.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3660719
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3561229
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3676808
Good Luck!
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Ibuprophen said:
I don't have this device but, the following, device specific, threads may be helpful for what you are looking for and don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within one of them too.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3660719
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3561229
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3676808
Good Luck!
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Thanks man!
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The problem with most Chinese Android TV boxes is that they are not registered via Google as valid devices. While they have a ROM that allows for Android and it can register with Google as a generic device, the core of the ROMs are either dumbed down tablet ROMs or are Android TV based ROMs that are even worse. Some require a patch to be installed after the sale to allow you to have access to Google Play Store. (Voyo is one company that comes to mind).
I have found that if I can have root installed on the device and load GApps that apply to the processor and style of ROM for my device, it is better for playing apps. The stuff they load in China tends to be bad versions or hacked versions.
Other problems with these devices is the fact that most are rooted and will not pass muster as a trusted device. Adding to this problem is the fact that most have spyware/trojans/malware on them. The CSA93 in particular has BitCoin miners on it along with other trojan softwares. Even the H96 series of boxes have an updater that has a trojan. (Wireless Update app - exists on most Chinese boxes). CSA93 has three areas where this is a problem.
It is possible to take a ROM, unpack it, use the basic kernel and other elements, and then use a cell phone ROM to include things like Contacts and integration with SIP/VOIP/Hangouts/etc... To date I have yet to see anyone do that.
So, in the end, the H96 Pro Plus does have updated software that is, for the most part, free of problems. I would see about installing TWRP on an SD card and boot it, then sideload GApps that would be best for the box. I did.
As for finding software that works...welcome to the pitfalls of Android TV boxes...