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[APP][4.0+] Root Transmission - Root other devices using your phone!

Root Transmission
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Root Transmission: the ONLY app that allows you to root other phones straight from your own device!
Inspired by Kos's p2p-adb hacking toolkit (http://hak5.org/episodes/hak5-1205), this app is a pleasant, easy way to root other phones while away from your computer! Just two buttons, Root and Unroot! Connect the cable and root away! It couldn't be simpler!
Even has its own terminal window so you can see exactly what's going on while your phone does its thing!
You will need a ROOTED device capable of USB hosting (USB On The Go), a USB OTG cable and one-click root scripts for the devices you wish to root.
Scripts and their associated files should be placed in /sdcard/RootTransmission/*devicename*/*version*/, otherwise it will not be available for use. *devicename* and *version* can be whatever you want.
Note that this is an UNSTABLE version, and you use this app at your own risk. Occasional force closes are to be expected (though they will most likely not break the phone you are trying to root). Incorrectly written scripts can permanently damage or brick both devices involved, so only use trusted 3rd party root scripts and at your own risk.
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Changelog
1.01unstable
fixed bug that sometimes caused crashing when user closed app
fixed bug that caused app to crash if scripts directory did not exist
Much smaller size (166k)
made it for Android 4.0 and up (accidentally had it for 3.1 and up in Play Store, will re-add Honeycomb support if I find that it works reliably with it)
1.0unstable
initial public release
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Planned features
Downloading scripts within the app
Nicer GUI
In-app help text
??? Suggest some!
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(Removed from Play Store because Google said it was "dangerous")
Please do not mirror this apk, it is to be downloaded exclusively from XDA-Developers. Failure to comply will result in the removal of this app from XDA.
I've attached a zip with the files needed to root a Verizon Galaxy S3 (SCH-I535), extract it to /sdcard/RootTransmission/ to use.
Note that since I only have one USB host-capable device (my own S3), no warranty is provided over the functionality of this zip since I am unable to fully test it. (It is a repackaged version of the DebugFS one-click root found at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1883984 and thus will only work if the device to be rooted is running ICS, which shouldn't be a problem as of yet.)
Again, this is an unstable test version. It should mostly work, but no guarantees on its functionality.​

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what device is supported? what device supported that can be rooted?

chev said:
what device is supported? what device supported that can be rooted?
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In order to run the app, your device (the device that is already rooted) must support USB hosting/USB OTG. Most newer devices have this.
This app uses adb and scripts (which you must provide) to root devices. If there is a root method for the device that uses adb, then it will work.
In the case of the Verizon Galaxy S3 (my primary device), the root method for a stock ROM is to use adb to push an exploit that will allow us to install Superuser and the su binary. I believe the Asus Transformer Prime uses a similar method.
If the only root method available involves using a program such as Odin/Heimdall or a manufacturer's phone flashing utility, or a zip must be flashed in recovery in order to gain root, it will definitely not work. In the case of the HTC Sensation, you must flash a recovery and boot into it, then flash a zip containing the su binary as well as a controller app such as Superuser in order to gain root. So the HTC Sensation could NOT be rooted with this.
In the future I plan on building a compatibility chart within the app to determine which phones can run this app and which phones can be rooted with it, as well as downloads for the rooting process. In the meantime, if there is a phone you are looking to root with this, let me know and if possible, I'll craft a zip to use with this.

Updated Root Transmission to 1.01unstable.
Following changes were made:
-bugfix: app occasionally FC'd when closing app
-bugfix: app crashed if scripts directory did not exist
-smaller size (166k, old version was 1.62mb)
-made it available only for 4.0 and up (had it set to 3.1 and up by accident)
Available in first post or in the Play Store.
Keep sending in those bug reports, it really helps!
Also, if you have any new features you want to suggest, let me know.
I'm considering the following so far:
-Downloading scripts in-app
-Nicer GUI
-Help text

Added script for the Asus Transformer tablets (TF101/TF201/TF300T/TF700T) to the first post. It will only root tablets on 4.0 or below.

This app looks promising, keep it up this great work, :fingers-crossed:

Theoretically could this run any script over adb on another device. not just a root one?

one x
Hey does this work with the one x international version?

I believe that in order for the app to work properly, adb must be running as root, so no. It's not possible to use this with a non rooted phone.
HTC One X should be able to be rooted (as well as other devices relying on fastboot), but I haven't added support for it yet. A fastboot binary for ARM is available, so I'll package that into the app for next release. Stay tuned. However, I don't know about unlocked bootloaders and all that on HTC devices, so beware.
I'm also going to take a look at the Heimdall source code later so that you can perform Odin flashes over USB. This means that basically any Samsung phone should be able to be rooted, even without a one click root script.
All this stuff will take time though, and with school still going on it might take some time. But I'm definitely working on it!
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Would it be possible to use this app to flash unsecured boot.img and then recoveries? Basically have it set up to download the recoveries and boot.img from a ftp or something? Can we basically just use the host phone as a standard ADB and Fastboot commander? Using regular commands?

root tranmission
i download the file, and recive the next error while unstalling:
parse error
there is a problem parsing the package
there´s any fix?
thanks in advance

Draciel882 said:
Would it be possible to use this app to flash unsecured boot.img and then recoveries? Basically have it set up to download the recoveries and boot.img from a ftp or something? Can we basically just use the host phone as a standard ADB and Fastboot commander? Using regular commands?
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This is on my to-do list. I might also include a terminal emulator with access to the app's adb/fastboot binaries.
teran220 said:
i download the file, and recive the next error while unstalling:
parse error
there is a problem parsing the package
there´s any fix?
thanks in advance
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Try installing from Play Store.

wchill said:
This is on my to-do list. I might also include a terminal emulator with access to the app's adb/fastboot binaries.
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That would be awesome, let me know if you need some help testing. I've been wanting to be able to do this for awhile. It would pretty much eliminate the need for a computer when flashing roms on devices that have their bootloader already unlocked.

how to check my device is usb otg/host capable ?

anazhd said:
how to check my device is usb otg/host capable ?
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Use this app by Chainfire
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.usbhostdiagnostics
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Wow, the idea behind your software is brillant!
I yet see a future world in which handset liberation is achieved and spread among users in dark corners of the streets! :silly: :laugh:

Hey there wchill , seems like you are an app dev rookie as I seen some stuff , well you aren't so different from me , PM me , I will help you in your project , btw I have seen a small thing , that the Settings button does nothing , to remove it remove in your mainActivity the lines that say onCreateOptionsMenu , as long as you don't need an options menu !
EDIT : No offence for calling you a rookie , I may have underestimated you , because your work is amazing , but I was talking the Java side of your knowledge , sorry if I offended you !

seaskyways said:
Hey there wchill , seems like you are an app dev rookie as I seen some stuff , well you aren't so different from me , PM me , I will help you in your project , btw I have seen a small thing , that the Settings button does nothing , to remove it remove in your mainActivity the lines that say onCreateOptionsMenu , as long as you don't need an options menu !
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I know that the options menu is there, but I'm planning on adding to its functionality so there's no point in removing it yet. Don't worry, I didn't forget about it
Also, I only have one year of experience in Java, so my skills definitely are not the most top notch out there. I'd say not bad for being self taught though.
Anyway, in app downloads should be working by this weekend, depending on how much homework I get this week. Did a lot of it today, just need to make the frontend for it. After that I'll work on improving the GUI, because I really couldn't be bothered to spend more than 5 minutes making it what it looks like right now.
Expect an update in the next few days
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Generals Z17 miniS - NX589J

Hello everyone,
I got z17 miniS several months ago, but I hate the original ROM, no Gapps, no notification, … I’m a newbie on Android (my previous phone is windowsphone), so I don’t know well any things about Android, root, …
I’ve searched on internet many times & found some ways to install Gapps, TWRP, ROM for this phone, almost them from chinese forum. Because the link download on baidu server so I re-up them to another server.
In this thread, I will guide you root, install twrp, Gapps, … to z17miniS, it worked with my phone. Hope it works for you.
Carefully with all you do. Please always backup.
Links download:
Nubia emergency Tool V1.1.4: https://www.up-4ever.com/io2mab10hl1v
Zte-handset-usb-driver-5.2066.1.11: https://www.up-4ever.com/lgr8tdrr5vaj
Nubia_Z17_mini_twrp_root_pack: https://www.up-4ever.com/v8snlmbh75df
TWRP_recovery-3.2.2_NX589J: https://www.up-4.net/wa89whiahgl4
nubiaz17miniS-beta1-twrp: https://www.up-4.net/c86atyqd8sui
ROM NX589J:
NX589_V210_update: https://www.up-4ever.com/osu00tfe6koj
NX589_V212_update: https://www.up-4ever.com/dk6dbxlmo07e
NX589-V216-update: https://www.up-4ever.com/jmoled2gd282
NX589J_V2.16_2018.01.09: https://www.up-4ever.com/01t4o8eh5unb
NX589_V217_update: https://www.up-4ever.com/gxkex20t4or3
flyme6_NX589J_136fei_6.8.2.10R: https://www.up-4ever.com/8davy47ryz6f
flyme6-Root: https://www.up-4ever.com/0cx7b97v2q4s
flyme_NX589J_136fei_6.8.3.29R-root: https://www.up-4ever.com/xa3qvgsyc8ah
NX589J-ENCommonV1.01: https://www.up-4ever.com/27gya085krcw
NX589J-EN-1.04: https://www.up-4.net/cw3odzxnzb1b
NX589J-V3.04 CN Original: https://www.up-4.net/na7s02qe9nty
Mokee free version: https://www.up-4.net/w15h1p2pvlwa
Rom mod from CN3.04: https://www.up-4.net/mm0bqb7cuwt7
NX589J-V3.07 CN Original: https://www.up-4.net/9jha11t6eib6
NX589J-EN 1.06: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18tl7P9IWDJU0Day_zukPdHg8NQQY0ahz/view
NX589J_Z69_EN_UJH1N_V107: 2019/02/21: Please restore your phone to factory default settings after upgrade in order to make sure that software upgrade is valid: https://www.nubia.com/de/support.php?a=phone&pid=37Foreign
APP:
open_gapps-arm64-7.1-full-20180207: https://www.up-4ever.com/8q1z0y1dntp4
T-setting: https://www.up-4ever.com/3xsd1jxyiuun
open_gapps-arm64-7.1-full-20180814: https://www.up-4.net/ba3m3u6ylb8e
Xposed Nubia by SY: https://www.up-4.net/ni0e4lnu1v51
1. Preparation:
- Charge Your Device.
- Backup Phone Apps, Contacts, SMS.
- Enable developer options: Go To Settings -> About Phone -> Tap On “Firmware Version” 7 Times To Enable Developer Options.
- Enable USB Debugging: Go To Your Preferences -> Advanced -> Developer Options -> Tick The “Usb Debugging” Checkbox.
- Enable OEM Unlock: Go To Your Preferences -> Advanced -> Developer Options -> Tick The “Oem Unlock” Check box
2. Install Nubia Driver: Zte-handset-usb-driver-5.2066.1.11
3. Install TWRP, root:
- Download the TWRP Recovery Flash Tool: Nubia_Z17_mini_twrp_root_pack, unzip it.
- Connect your phone to PC
- Run GizFlasher.bat
- Choose 2, then your device reboot to twrp
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- Change language to English
- Choose tools & Root device
Another TWRP: Run z17minis刷recovery.bat & choose 2 to install twrp.
4. Install Gapps:-
- Download open_gapps-arm64-7.1-full-20180207 and Flash the zip Via Twrp Recovery.
- Wipe Dalvik Cache and Reboot.
- Fix Google authorization is required Problem:
o Go To Setting -> Apps -> Force Stop and Clear Data Of (Download Manager, Google Play Store, Google Play Services, Google Services Framework, and Google Account Manager).
o Set up your Google Account again.
o Go to airplane mode, waitting ~5’
o Reboot The Device.
o Come to normal mode
5. Install ROM:
- Download ROM & copy it to internal storage
- Flash the zip Via Twrp Recovery.
Here I have 2 ROM cook:
- NX589J_V2.16_2018.01.09: From SY in chinese forum: I’m using that Rom, it’s ok, but it has T-setting in Chinese language  I extract T-setting to change language but I cant. It also can install Xposed too
- flyme6_NX589J_136fei: I’ve just see this ROM, so I’ve not try it yet
- Rom EN 1.01: shared from NerekPL, I have not installed yet, but the review is ok, i saw the En version 1.04 but cant find link download
- Update ROM EN 1.04 from logosfp: Everything works great with EN_1.04 except... the problem with "always" pending downloads and installations in the Google Play
- Update ROM CN 3.04 from nubia
- Update rom cook CN 3.04 from cwz: fault at panorama camera.
- Update rom CN 3.07 from nubia
- Update ROm Mokee free version by fei
- Update rom EN 1.06
6. Install xposed:
you can install xposed for NX589J, but i think it cant help much.
- installer/ uninstaller xposed 3.1.5 apk from this forum
- install xposed framework in the link above: install through recovery.
Nguồn:
https://www.******.com/root-nubia-z17-install-twrp-gapps/
https://bbs.nubia.cn/thread-1158936-1-1.html
https://bbs.nubia.cn/thread-1184346-1-1.html

Nice work.:good::good::good:
I'll give a try.
T-setting: https://www.up-4ever.com/3xsd1jxyiuun
T-setting's link is broken.

rsinet said:
Nice work.:good::good::good:
I'll give a try.
T-setting: https://www.up-4ever.com/3xsd1jxyiuun
T-setting's link is broken.
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I can go this normal @@
T-setting: https://www.up-4ever.com/3xsd1jxyiuun
If not, pls tell me, i will reup this
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dhvminh said:
I can go this normal @@
T-setting: https://www.up-4ever.com/3xsd1jxyiuun
If not, pls tell me, i will reup this
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Sorry. Now its working. Seems to be momentary.
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Do you know how to delete google account ?
I`m getting "This change is not allowed by your administrator."

rsinet said:
Sorry. Now its working. Seems to be momentary.
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Do you know how to delete google account ?
I`m getting "This change is not allowed by your administrator."
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I dont know. But i think u can try removing account in app and using titanium to wipe app data.
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Thank you very much for the post, @dhvminh:
So far the community around Z17 miniS is small and there no so many ROMs available and users posting about this device, so any contribution is more than welcome.
Which ROM are you currently using? Is it working fine? Do you manage to get the settings in English?
I currently have chinese v2.10 with GApps in my phone but I'm quite disappointed for a number of reasons:
- Battery drains really fast. I have to put the device in "energy save" mode and even this does not make the battery work for more than 6/8 hours.
- I have problem with some Google services.
- Minor bugs when "sharing" things between apps or accessing to media from apps (change the profile picture in several apps doesn't work, for instance).
Is it worthy change to any of the ROMs you mentioned (and which one is the best so far) or it's better to wait until a international ROM is released (by the way, I can't not find it anywhere :crying
The phone looks quite good and the performance is great, as well as the camera but the problems I mentioned make the user experience quite frustrating. I want to believe that we will have improvements in the next months: the phone was released in October 2017 in China and it was just introduced in Europe. So, fingers crossed.
Thanks again.

logosfp said:
Thank you very much for the post, @dhvminh:
So far the community around Z17 miniS is small and there no so many ROMs available and users posting about this device, so any contribution is more than welcome.
Which ROM are you currently using? Is it working fine? Do you manage to get the settings in English?
I currently have chinese v2.10 with GApps in my phone but I'm quite disappointed for a number of reasons:
- Battery drains really fast. I have to put the device in "energy save" mode and even this does not make the battery work for more than 6/8 hours.
- I have problem with some Google services.
- Minor bugs when "sharing" things between apps or accessing to media from apps (change the profile picture in several apps doesn't work, for instance).
Is it worthy change to any of the ROMs you mentioned (and which one is the best so far) or it's better to wait until a international ROM is released (by the way, I can't not find it anywhere :crying
The phone looks quite good and the performance is great, as well as the camera but the problems I mentioned make the user experience quite frustrating. I want to believe that we will have improvements in the next months: the phone was released in October 2017 in China and it was just introduced in Europe. So, fingers crossed.
Thanks again.
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Now, i'm using this ROM: NX589J_V2.16_2018.01.09. It is rom cook from chinese nubia forum, it changed something in system and can install xposed, ... But, something in setting are chinese, i cant change it to english ( Battery in my phone is ok with my using
U can try Morelocate apk to change ur language, but it is not change all text
What problem GG services do u have? I install open_gapps-arm64-7.1-full-20180207, so dont have any problem.
The flyme ROM just use only 1 sim, however i havenot try it yet.
Is it introduced in Europe? Hope it has international ROM. In discuss, i see the version EN ROM for NX589J, but scare to try ((

dhvminh said:
Now, i'm using this ROM: NX589J_V2.16_2018.01.09. It is rom cook from chinese nubia forum, it changed something in system and can install xposed, ... But, something in setting are chinese, i cant change it to english
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Are there important settings in chinese?
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Is it introduced in Europe? Hope it has international ROM. In discuss, i see the version EN ROM for NX589J, but scare to try
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Do you know where this ROM is? What are you scared to try?

logosfp said:
Are there important settings in chinese?
Do you know where this ROM is? What are you scared to try?
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This ROM Just added some tweak in setting (T-setting) in chinese language.
ROM EN here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/nubia-z17-mini/help/z17-mini-s-rom-t3758496/page2
I dont know where is the ROM, so i dont want to try

Do you mean NX589J-ENCommonV1.01 ? I just put it in mine. Works perfectly so far. No Gapps bugs, no air plane mode needed. I've just got it from DOT up-4everDOTcom / 27gya085krcw

rsinet said:
Do you mean NX589J-ENCommonV1.01 ? I just put it in mine. Works perfectly so far. No Gapps bugs, no air plane mode needed. I've just got it from DOT up-4everDOTcom / 27gya085krcw
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) I just recently like rom cook. It's stable with some chinese [emoji3][emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]
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logosfp said:
- Battery drains really fast. I have to put the device in "energy save" mode and even this does not make the battery work for more than 6/8 hours.
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Hi, so I found the best way to get decent battery life is to disable wifi (it literally took my phone from 6-8 hours up to a full day easily). I know this isn't ideal for some people and data plans, but while you're out and about, definitely disable the wifi.

Hello, I'm having problems when trying to unlock my device since it's not detected by my PC:
C:\Users\fpr\Downloads\Nubia\platform-tools
λ adb reboot bootloader
C:\Users\fpr\Downloads\Nubia\platform-tools
λ fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX589J
< waiting for any device >
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USB Debugging and OEM Unlock options are enabled on my device. Any help?

logosfp said:
Hello, I'm having problems when trying to unlock my device since it's not detected by my PC:
USB Debugging and OEM Unlock options are enabled on my device. Any help?
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1-Turn off your phone and conect the usb cable
2- go to device manager and you will see android warn driver.
3- install Zte-handset-usb-driver-5.2066.1.11
4- Right click in Android warn in device manager and choose update driver
5- choose second option, after second option too
6- choose adb ...... and voila !

diogoasisti said:
1-Turn off your phone and conect the usb cable
2- go to device manager and you will see android warn driver.
3- install Zte-handset-usb-driver-5.2066.1.11
4- Right click in Android warn in device manager and choose update driver
5- choose second option, after second option too
6- choose adb ...... and voila !
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Thanks @diogoasisti
The Android warning is not shown when I have the phone plugged but turned off but it does when it's switch on.
Do you know which one of the ADB drivers do I have to install? Thanks

logosfp said:
Thanks @diogoasisti
The Android warning is not shown when I have the phone plugged but turned off but it does when it's switch on.
Do you know which one of the ADB drivers do I have to install? Thanks
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look if you turn on debugging usb
I don't remember if was handset or single.

I think u should uninstall all the zte driver, restart and install it again
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Hi everyone. Does it have a possibillity to reset fastboot unlock counter?

Link download already dead
all link is dead
please fix it

daniel_hiruko said:
all link is dead
please fix it
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Check ur connection pls.
All link is live
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Xiaomi QIN 1s Hacking Thread

Xiaomi QIN 1S Hacking Mega-Thread!
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I decided to go ahead and buy a Xiaomi QIN 1s feature phone. Unlike other feature phones, it runs a version of Android. Since there doesn't seem to be any threads here on XDA, I thought I'd start one.
SPECS
I finally found a guide/tool over on 4pda that will let you install apks. I have translated the tool to English and have it attached. The original post of the tool is here
If you don't want to download the tool (which also helps with ADB) here are the steps to obtain root:
-- Install the driver on your PC
-- Dial: *#*#83781#*#* To Open the Engineering Menu
-- Find the section "Debug & Log" and enable "Allow Debug"
-- Open the Settings app
-- Find "about phone"
-- Click "Build number" multiple times until you see "You are now a Developer!"
-- Go to "Developer options" and then turn on USB Debugging
-- Connect your phone to your computer (MTP)
-- Using ADB, push the apk to the device
-- ???
-- Profit
You can use this method to install any applications, not just root the phone. Remember, however, we only have 256mb of RAM and a total of 512mb of storage. Definitely not for gaming and you will definitely want an SD Card. I can confirm QQ and WeChat work fine when installed.
Let's get this rooted!
Big shoutout to Frolkin who helped me get the original tool and gaguga for making the tool!

Reserved

NICE! Thank you so much for posting that code. I have been searching for this code but couldn't find anything until yesterday.
So far I've sideloaded spotify lite and it doesn't work that well. Get stuck on the playlist view and can't scroll further down beyond the top banner.
Google Maps Go doesn't work without chrome and I can't install chrome because there isn't enough space.
Since mocor5 is on kitkat 4.4.4, would the hack to allow system to write to SD Card work to enable additional space for app installation?

foureight84 said:
NICE! Thank you so much for posting that code. I have been searching for this code but couldn't find anything until yesterday.
So far I've sideloaded spotify lite and it doesn't work that well. Get stuck on the playlist view and can't scroll further down beyond the top banner.
Google Maps Go doesn't work without chrome and I can't install chrome because there isn't enough space.
Since mocor5 is on kitkat 4.4.4, would the hack to allow system to write to SD Card work to enable additional space for app installation?
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It should. I don't see why not. It might be worth it to just root the Qin and install apks directly to the sd card. The spotify issue is most likely because the app doesn't support the dpad.

Qiangong2 said:
It should. I don't see why not. It might be worth it to just root the Qin and install apks directly to the sd card. The spotify issue is most likely because the app doesn't support the dpad.
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Yep the spotify issue is 100% because of that. The mouse pointer works but on certain views like the playlist, the scroll doesn't register. I wish the next version would add a a touch feature. Even if it's the same screen size, I think that would be a perfect device.
I have been looking for a replacement and get away from bulky and constantly connected smartphones without losing some of the nicer features like streaming music and using maps when I get lost. The hotspot feature makes this phone much more compelling to use too.

ROOT/ ROM download
Qiangong2 said:
Xiaomi QIN 1S Hacking Mega-Thread!
I decided to go ahead and buy a Xiaomi QIN 1s feature phone. Unlike other feature phones, it runs a version of Android. Since there doesn't seem to be any threads here on XDA, I thought I'd start one.
SPECS
After seeing vague rumors of it being possible to root the QIN 1s, I finally found a guide/tool over on 4pda. I have translated the tool to English and have it attached. The original post of the tool is here
If you don't want to download the tool (which also helps with ADB) here are the steps to obtain root:
-- Install the driver on your PC
-- Dial: *#*#83781#*#* To Open the Engineering Menu
-- Find the section "Debug & Log" and enable "Allow Debug"
-- Open the Settings app
-- Find "about phone"
-- Click "Build number" multiple times until you see "You are now a Developer!"
-- Go to "Developer options" and then turn on USB Debugging
-- Connect your phone to your computer (MTP)
-- Using ADB, push either iroot or kingroot apk to your device
-- ???
-- Profit
You can use this method to install any applications, not just root the phone. Remember, however, we only have 256mb of RAM and a total of 512mb of storage. Definitely not for gaming and you will definitely want an SD Card. I can confirm QQ and WeChat work fine when installed.
Let's see how far we can crack this phone open!
Big shoutout to Frolkin who helped me get the original tool and gaguga for making the tool!
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Hi This app doesn't work to root that Xiaomi and do you know how to download ROM without ROOT?

danio40 said:
Hi This app doesn't work to root that Xiaomi and do you know how to download ROM without ROOT?
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I don't know how to download an unrooted rom, sorry. Also, I put in the post that you need to load either Kingroot or iroot. However, I have uploaded iroot to the post. please check.
EDIT: hmm... I guess you're right. My new 1s comes in about two weeks, and then I'll be able to test it more extensively. It's possible that it may give you temp root after running it and you can manually install supersu from there

foureight84 said:
Yep the spotify issue is 100% because of that. The mouse pointer works but on certain views like the playlist, the scroll doesn't register. I wish the next version would add a a touch feature. Even if it's the same screen size, I think that would be a perfect device.
I have been looking for a replacement and get away from bulky and constantly connected smartphones without losing some of the nicer features like streaming music and using maps when I get lost. The hotspot feature makes this phone much more compelling to use too.
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Yeah! that's what interested me in it. I don't necessarily need a touch screen, but a 5mp camera on the back would be nice for the few times I do take photos.

Qiangong2 said:
I don't know how to download an unrooted rom, sorry. Also, I put in the post that you need to load either Kingroot or iroot. However, I have uploaded iroot to the post. please check.
EDIT: hmm... I guess you're right. My new 1s comes in about two weeks, and then I'll be able to test it more extensively. It's possible that it may give you temp root after running it and you can manually install supersu from there
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I'm trying both Iroot and kingroot nothing still unrooted.
Also I tried to use a box miracle SPD to download but no luck it stuck on loading FDL and freeze.

danio40 said:
I'm trying both Iroot and kingroot nothing still unrooted.
Also I tried to use a box miracle SPD to download but no luck it stuck on loading FDL and freeze.
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I've updated the thread with the fact that we have not gotten root yet. I left the tool there because it can help people install apks.
Time to find a root method

danio40 said:
I'm trying both Iroot and kingroot nothing still unrooted.
Also I tried to use a box miracle SPD to download but no luck it stuck on loading FDL and freeze.
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Have you tried using a PC-based root solution such as shuame pc or kingo pc?

Qiangong2 said:
I've updated the thread with the fact that we have not gotten root yet. I left the tool there because it can help people install apks.
Time to find a root method
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yes I'm stuck with it. I want to download a ROM in a PAC file. I think that bootloader is locked when I looked via xiaomi adb tool.

danio40 said:
yes I'm stuck with it. I want to download a ROM in a PAC file. I think that bootloader is locked when I looked via xiaomi adb tool.
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On 4pda they claim it isn't locked.
If you do:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot oem get-var
fastboot oem unlock
Supposedly it unlocks the device

Qiangong2 said:
On 4pda they claim it isn't locked.
If you do:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot oem get-var
fastboot oem unlock
Supposedly it unlocks the device
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In fastboot mode when typed fastboot oem get-var <waiting for any device>
Doesn't do anyrhing

danio40 said:
In fastboot mode when typed fastboot oem get-var <waiting for any device>
Doesn't do anyrhing
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What does fastboot devices show? Do you have all the drivers installed? Does it show up in the upgrade tool?

Qiangong2 said:
What does fastboot devices show? Do you have all the drivers installed? Does it show up in the upgrade tool?
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I'm trying now kingoRoot PC version. I useed xiaomi ADB to see if the bootloader is locked. It shows that is locked. I have got debugging ON. There is a big issue with a space on that phone. kingroot installed only and it comes up as no memory. Maybe that is the case why is not rooting so I'm trying now after RESET the phone to use PC version - maybe will work.
After that i'm going to bed sorry but we can play tomorrow anytime
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danio40 said:
I'm trying now kingoRoot PC version. I useed xiaomi ADB to see if the bootloader is locked. It shows that is locked. I have got debugging ON. There is a big issue with a space on that phone. kingroot installed only and it comes up as no memory. Maybe that is the case why is not rooting so I'm trying now after RESET the phone to use PC version - maybe will work.
After that i'm going to bed sorry but we can play tomorrow anytime
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Also yes all drivers I think I have got installed. When it is fastboot mode it is just says that 2 words nothing else. No menu. I dont have upgrade tool.

danio40 said:
I'm trying now kingoRoot PC version. I useed xiaomi ADB to see if the bootloader is locked. It shows that is locked. I have got debugging ON. There is a big issue with a space on that phone. kingroot installed only and it comes up as no memory. Maybe that is the case why is not rooting so I'm trying now after RESET the phone to use PC version - maybe will work.
After that i'm going to bed sorry but we can play tomorrow anytime
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Also yes all drivers I think I have got installed. When it is fastboot mode it is just says that 2 words nothing else. No menu. I dont have upgrade tool.
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Okay, keep me updated

Qiangong2 said:
Okay, keep me updated
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KINGOROOT - root failed

danio40 said:
KINGOROOT - root failed
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Shoot. Next step I guess, is see if it shows up when in fastboot mode.
On linux use lsusb
On windows open device manager
Do you see the Qin?

Qiangong2 said:
Shoot. Next step I guess, is see if it shows up when in fastboot mode.
On linux use lsusb
On windows open device manager
Do you see the Qin?
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On windows manager Yes but only if you choose MTP then it shows as QIN 1s, Standard file manager.

[GUIDE] [SCRIPT] Debloater for Bootloader locked & Unlocked devices

For Bootloader Locked:
Download debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip extract & execute debloat-main.bat file
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
For Bootloader Unlocked:
Assuming you already have custom recovery, just download & flash debloat_flashable.zip
Unhide to show up the list of apps which will be removed from system (Debloater for BL unlocked)
AfterSalesService
AssistantScreen
AutoRegistration
AvastOfferWall
ChildrenSpace
colorservice
datastatusnotification
Gamecenter
uimremoteclient
uimremoteserver
uceShimService
ModemTestMode
HealthCheck
FidoCryptoService
Shelper
SoterService
Keep
RomUpdate
OppoLogKit
OShare
OppoDCS
OVoiceManagerService
OppoChromeCustomizations
OppoOperationManualExp
OppoCompass2
OppoDropboxChmodService
OppoPartnerBookmarksProvider
OppoPhoneActivationExp
OppoQualityProtect
OppoSmallWeatherWidget
OppoTranslationService
OppoWeather2
OppoWeatherService
OppoWifiSniffer
PhoneManager
RealmeWidevineService
SafeCenter
SafeSdkProxy
SecurePay
com.facebook.appmanager
talkback
KeKePay
KeKeUserCenter
KeKeMarket
OTA
OTAUI
GlobalSearch
LogTool
NumberRecognition
SmartDrive
Omacp
SoftsimRedteaRoaming
SoftsimRedteaRoamingDeamon
com.LogiaGroup.LogiaDeck
com.app.m1remit
com.facebook.services
com.facebook.system
com.korvac.liquid
com.m1.mym1
com.singtel.mysingtel
deezer.android.app
sg.gov.mnd.OneService
Unhide to show up the list of apps which will get disabled if debloated in BL locked device
com.oppo.market
com.qualcomm.qti.qms.service.telemetry
com.coloros.phonenoareainquire
com.oppo.oppopowermonitor
com.qti.service.colorservice
com.wifi.rxsenstest
com.qualcomm.qti.modemtestmode
com.qualcomm.qti.autoregistration
com.oppoex.afterservice
com.oppo.operationManual
com.oppo.partnerbrowsercustomizations
com.qualcomm.uimremoteclient
com.qualcomm.qti.uceShimService
com.qualcomm.qti.qms.service.connectionsecurity
com.qualcomm.qti.auth.fidocryptoservice
com.qualcomm.uimremoteserver
com.coloros.oshare
com.qti.qualcomm.datastatusnotification
com.ted.number
com.dropboxchmod
com.realme.logtool
com.coloros.assistantscreen
com.coloros.activation
com.realme.securitycheck
com.facebook.services
com.android.printspooler
com.redteamobile.roaming
com.coloros.translate.engine
com.nearme.gamecenter
com.nearme.statistics.rom
com.redteamobile.roaming.deamon
com.tencent.soter.soterserver
com.facebook.system
com.coloros.sauhelper
com.nearme.atlas
com.qualcomm.location
com.coloros.safesdkproxy
com.oppo.usercenter
com.oppo.quicksearchbox
com.facebook.appmanager
com.oppo.lfeh
com.coloros.avastofferwall
Note: Tapping on clearing all apps from recent doesn't work. I will look into this issue. For now do it manually.
Flashable zip included with hosts files which contains ads & trackers domains but I have disabled copying to device. If you want to have ads/trackers disabled edit the script or manually copy file to device.
Will add linux support soon.
Thank you @Tmv_Josue for finding out which apk is responsible for not clearing all apps via button.

4j17h said:
For Bootloader Locked:
Download debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip extract & execute debloat-main.bat file
For Bootloader Unlocked:
Assuming you already have custom recovery, just download & flash debloat_flashable.zip
Note: Flashable zip included with hosts files which contains ads & trackers domains but I have disabled copying to device. If you want you can comment out the code in script or manually replace the file.
Will add linux support soon.
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What does this do.. please tell the features

4j17h said:
For Bootloader Locked:
Download debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip extract & execute debloat-main.bat file
For Bootloader Unlocked:
Assuming you already have custom recovery, just download & flash debloat_flashable.zip
Note: Flashable zip included with hosts files which contains ads & trackers domains but I have disabled copying to device. If you want you can comment out the code in script or manually replace the file.
Will add linux support soon.
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Question: What does it remove from the system? also is this working or safe on stock *rooted* OS (A15) ?

4j17h said:
For Bootloader Locked:
Download debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip extract & execute debloat-main.bat file
For Bootloader Unlocked:
Assuming you already have custom recovery, just download & flash debloat_flashable.zip
Note: Flashable zip included with hosts files which contains ads & trackers domains but I have disabled copying to device. If you want to have ads/trackers disabled edit the script or manually copy file to device.
Will add linux support soon.
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Plz provide the list with package name.. so that we can select and disable through adb..

Realme 5 Pro
Does this script wok fro Realme 5 Pro also?

4j17h said:
For Bootloader Locked:
Download debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip extract & execute debloat-main.bat file
For Bootloader Unlocked:
Assuming you already have custom recovery, just download & flash debloat_flashable.zip
Note: Flashable zip included with hosts files which contains ads & trackers domains but I have disabled copying to device. If you want to have ads/trackers disabled edit the script or manually copy file to device.
Will add linux support soon.
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If don't want to reply any body then please delete this thread. Many members questioned you regarding this debloater script but you didn't reply anybody.

070blueangel said:
What does this do.. please tell the features
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As mentioned in post it debloats colorOS.

malakaz27 said:
Question: What does it remove from the system? also is this working or safe on stock *rooted* OS (A15) ?
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Unhide it to check the list of apps which will be removed from system (Debloater for BL unlocked)
AfterSalesService
AssistantScreen
AutoRegistration
AvastOfferWall
ChildrenSpace
colorservice
datastatusnotification
Gamecenter
uimremoteclient
uimremoteserver
uceShimService
ModemTestMode
HealthCheck
Athena
FidoCryptoService
Shelper
SoterService
Keep
RomUpdate
OppoLogKit
OShare
OppoDCS
OVoiceManagerService
OppoChromeCustomizations
OppoOperationManualExp
OppoCompass2
OppoDropboxChmodService
OppoPartnerBookmarksProvider
OppoPhoneActivationExp
OppoQualityProtect
OppoSmallWeatherWidget
OppoTranslationService
OppoWeather2
OppoWeatherService
OppoWifiSniffer
PhoneManager
RealmeWidevineService
SafeCenter
SafeSdkProxy
SecurePay
com.facebook.appmanager
talkback
KeKePay
KeKeUserCenter
KeKeMarket
OTA
OTAUI
GlobalSearch
LogTool
NumberRecognition
SmartDrive
Omacp
SoftsimRedteaRoaming
SoftsimRedteaRoamingDeamon
com.LogiaGroup.LogiaDeck
com.app.m1remit
com.facebook.services
com.facebook.system
com.korvac.liquid
com.m1.mym1
com.singtel.mysingtel
deezer.android.app
sg.gov.mnd.OneService
Unhide to show up the list of apps which will get disabled if debloated in BL locked device
com.oppo.market
com.qualcomm.qti.qms.service.telemetry
com.coloros.phonenoareainquire
com.oppo.oppopowermonitor
com.qti.service.colorservice
com.wifi.rxsenstest
com.qualcomm.qti.modemtestmode
com.qualcomm.qti.autoregistration
com.oppoex.afterservice
com.oppo.operationManual
com.oppo.partnerbrowsercustomizations
com.qualcomm.uimremoteclient
com.qualcomm.qti.uceShimService
com.qualcomm.qti.qms.service.connectionsecurity
com.coloros.athena
com.qualcomm.qti.auth.fidocryptoservice
com.qualcomm.uimremoteserver
com.coloros.oshare
com.qti.qualcomm.datastatusnotification
com.ted.number
com.dropboxchmod
com.realme.logtool
com.coloros.assistantscreen
com.coloros.activation
com.realme.securitycheck
com.facebook.services
com.android.printspooler
com.redteamobile.roaming
com.coloros.translate.engine
com.nearme.gamecenter
com.nearme.statistics.rom
com.redteamobile.roaming.deamon
com.tencent.soter.soterserver
com.facebook.system
com.coloros.sauhelper
com.nearme.atlas
com.qualcomm.location
com.coloros.safesdkproxy
com.oppo.usercenter
com.oppo.quicksearchbox
com.facebook.appmanager
com.oppo.lfeh
com.coloros.avastofferwall
Yes it is completely safe, you can give it a try.
Note: Tapping on X to clear all apps from recent doesn't work (Only when debloater is flashed in BL Unlocked device). I will look into this issue. For now do it manually.

pnsdhrn said:
Does this script wok fro Realme 5 Pro also?
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yes works in any mobile in the world, but works effectively in colorOS.

jijoejoe123 said:
Plz provide the list with package name.. so that we can select and disable through adb..
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Selecting & disabling is not possible for now. You can simply execute the script it will take care, It is completely safe. Only little issue when debloater is flashed in BL unlocked, clearing all apps at once from recents doesn't work.

bobsndroid said:
If don't want to reply any body then please delete this thread. Many members questioned you regarding this debloater script but you didn't reply anybody.
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It's not that I don't want to reply it's just I am busy couldn't include list of apps, if ppl really care about what apps gets removed they can look up into script & I never post anything public without testing, that's tested by me & many ppl too. No major issues or anything except clearing apps at once by tapping on X from recents doesn't work. I will look into this issue later.
BTW thanks for quoting, I just got time & replied to everyone.

@4j17h
Hi, is normal that this app string name has [ " ] at the end?
sg.gov.mnd.OneService"
Is from the update-binary file in the debloat_flashable.zip
and
com.coloros.avastofferwall"
From the debloat.sh file in the debloat_bootloaderLocked.zip package.

Tmv_Josue said:
@4j17h
Hi, is normal that this app string name has [ " ] at the end?
sg.gov.mnd.OneService"
Is from the update-binary in the debloat-flashable.zip
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yes all good, that is closing quotation mark.

I have a bl unlocked device. So i ran the flashable script. I believe one of the service removed in your script is affecting the phone's functionalty.
For example, right now, i am unable to change the default launcher app on my device. When i click on the option of "Home screen apps" under "Default App", there is no response. I have also tried going "App Management"->"Default App". But clicking on that also yields no response. Could you advice and look into the script again?
The "Game Space" app is also linked to some service. Because it stops working after running the debloater.

fallen_13 said:
I have a bl unlocked device. So i ran the flashable script. I believe one of the service removed in your script is affecting the phone's functionalty.
For example, right now, i am unable to change the default launcher app on my device. When i click on the option of "Home screen apps" under "Default App", there is no response. I have also tried going "App Management"->"Default App". But clicking on that also yields no response. Could you advice and look into the script again?
The "Game Space" app is also linked to some service. Because it stops working after running the debloater.
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Oh weird. I personally tested Game Space app after flashing debloater zip it was working before.
For now flash back rom again & use bl locked debloater script till I test & confirm what's wrong. It maybe because of new update I don't know.

4j17h said:
Oh weird. I personally tested Game Space app after flashing debloater zip it was working before.
For now flash back rom again & use bl locked debloater script till I test & confirm what's wrong. It maybe because of new update I don't know.
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I used Bl Locked script.. Clear button not working.. Any idea which disabled app causing this problem?

jijoejoe123 said:
I used Bl Locked script.. Clear button not working.. Any idea which disabled app causing this problem?
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Are you also using the A20 rom? I'm getting random system features not working ever since i upgraded to A20.

4j17h said:
Note: Tapping on clearing all apps from recent doesn't work. I will look into this issue.
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jijoejoe123 said:
I used Bl Locked script.. Clear button not working.. Any idea which disabled app causing this problem?
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It is caused by:
com.coloros.athena

Tmv_Josue said:
It is caused by:
com.coloros.athena
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Verified? Thanks I look into it

@4j17h.
Yeah of course, I myself investigated why happen the issue and found the culprit, athena seems to be responsible for killing background processes.

[GUIDE] Rooting the Moann inkPalm 5

Follow anything in this guide at your own risk. I will not accept any responsibility if you are left with a bricked device, and/or a device that is damaged or impaired in some way. These steps are a reconstruction of what I was doing - I haven't actually tested the exact files attached, which should be more cleaner than the ones I was working with.
The inkPalm 5 is a 5.2" eReader with an Allwinner 32-bit ARM B300 CPU and 1GB RAM running Android 8.1 sold in China under Xiaomi's Moaan brand.
This involves writing a file to /system, which may prevent you from installing future OTAs. Be warned that the firmware for this device cannot be downloaded, so you could end up with an unrepairable brick!
Make sure ADB is setup first.
Download dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
Reboot the inkPalm into recovery mode :
Code:
reboot recovery
Use the touch screen and/or volume + power buttons to choose the "Apply update from ADB" option
On the computer, run
Code:
adb sideload path\to\dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
(making the obvious substitution)
When it's done, choose the first option in the recovery (reboot system now) to boot back into Android
Back in an adb shell, run
Code:
cp /system/bimg.img /sdcard/
Install the Magisk APK
Open Magisk, tap install
I don't think the AVB/dm-verity option needs to be checked, so I left it unchecked. YMMV. The inkPalm doesn't encrypt itself even if you enable a PIN.
Choose bimg.img from your storage and let Magisk do its thing
Transfer the magisk_patched*.img file in your Downloads folder onto the PC
Flashing the patched kernel image with recovery
Rename your magisk_patched.img file to boot.img
Using your favourite archive manager, add your boot.img to the root folder of kernel_flashing_template.zip
In a command prompt, run
Code:
java -jar signapk-1.0.jar -w testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 kernel_flashing_template.zip kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
(If you run into problems, make sure you have JRE 8 installed.)
Reboot back into recovery and
Code:
adb sideload
kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
Reboot back into Android and hopefully you should have a rooted inkPalm with Magisk
(Flashing with fastboot should work, but I've not tested that.)
EDIT: You can find an extended guide at https://github.com/qwerty12/inkPalm-5-EPD105-root with steps for installing microG.

qwerty12 said:
Follow anything in this guide at your own risk. I will not accept any responsibility if you are left with a bricked device, and/or a device that is damaged or impaired in some way. These steps are a reconstruction of what I was doing - I haven't actually tested the exact files attached, which should be more cleaner than the ones I was working with.
The inkPalm 5 is a 5.2" eReader with an Allwinner 32-bit ARM B300 CPU and 1GB RAM running Android 8.1 sold in China under Xiaomi's Moaan brand.
This involves writing a file to /system, which may prevent you from installing future OTAs. Be warned that the firmware for this device cannot be downloaded, so you could end up with an unrepairable brick!
Make sure ADB is setup first.
Download dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
Reboot the inkPalm into recovery mode :
Code:
reboot recovery
Use the touch screen and/or volume + power buttons to choose the "Apply update from ADB" option
On the computer, run
Code:
adb sideload path\to\dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
(making the obvious substitution)
When it's done, choose the first option in the recovery (reboot system now) to boot back into Android
Back in an adb shell, run
Code:
cp /system/bimg.img /sdcard/
Install the Magisk APK
Open Magisk, tap install
I don't think the AVB/dm-verity option needs to be checked, so I left it unchecked. YMMV. The inkPalm doesn't encrypt itself even if you enable a PIN.
Choose bimg.img from your storage and let Magisk do its thing
Transfer the magisk_patched*.img file in your Downloads folder onto the PC
Flashing the patched kernel image with recovery
Rename your magisk_patched.img file to boot.img
Using your favourite archive manager, add your boot.img to the root folder of kernel_flashing_template.zip
In a command prompt, run
Code:
java -jar signapk-1.0.jar -w testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 kernel_flashing_template.zip kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
(If you run into problems, make sure you have JRE 8 installed.)
Reboot back into recovery and
Code:
adb sideload
kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
Reboot back into Android and hopefully you should have a rooted inkPalm with Magisk
(Flashing with fastboot should work, but I've not tested that.)
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As far as I could gather, with both USB connection and developper mode on, ADB conncection is explicitely rejected. Besides, there is, on InkPalm, below the usuals USB checks, one that reads "...ADB/ADT..." which cannot be checked. The connetion request by wireless ADB, supplying the correct address, is also rejected.... As though the device needed be rooted first !

I haven't tested using ADB over Wi-Fi, but I can honestly say I have had no issues using ADB over USB on the inkPalm. ADB was enabled by default on mine, and not to mention the security of it has been weakened - you don't even need to approve ADB connections for the first time...

So, since mine seems to reject ADB on both USB and WI-FI, what would you suggest to try as next --and desperate ? I cannot find any reference to the manufacturer that would eventually grant me permissions-- step ?
So long,
Sixto Quesada

Bis -- I forget to mention that my primary goal is merely to be able to change the language to English, as I think that there are already many possibilities in-built as to the configuration, including the shell !

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So, since mine seems to reject ADB on both USB and WI-FI, what would you suggest to try as next --and desperate ?
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Is debugging mode actually on? Open the settings, go to the highlighted page and
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
turn the highlighted setting on (make sure the setting above it is on too - it will let you install external APKs)
You can follow these steps to show the Developer Settings, that's up to you: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-1-install-adb
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Bis -- I forget to mention that my primary goal is merely to be able to change the language to English
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If you really can't get ADB to work, then there might be another way. Install the APK of my launcher fork (how you do that is up to you - you can try using the built-in browser or transferring the APK over MTP and using the file manager [which I've never opened] to install it).
In the new launcher, tap-and-hold the Settings icon (the one with a dark background),
choose Additional Settings and tap Locale. Then follow the instructions here: https://github.com/philips/inkpalm-5-adb-english#change-the-language

ADB is definit[iv]ely unavailable. But your launcher fork --that I already had, but did not know what to do with-- works, I now have most of the menu in English.
Thank you so much.

This worked great for me thanks a lot. I have a quick question if you know it. Is there anyway to get the old style android soft nav bar on the bottom (home, back, open apps)? The stuff you can do with the home button/logo button in settings is pretty limited.

Thanks.
reaverclan said:
Is there anyway to get the old style android soft nav bar on the bottom (home, back, open apps)?
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I think it may have removed entirely to save space. That's just a guess though. I tried two Magisk modules to enable it - one sets that qemu property and the other uses an Android resource overlay - and both didn't work. The only workaround I can suggest, untested, would be this: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-4-naviation-button

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Thanks.
I think it may have removed entirely to save space. That's just a guess though. I tried two Magisk modules to enable it - one sets that qemu property and the other uses an Android resource overlay - and both didn't work. The only workaround I can suggest, untested, would be this: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-4-naviation-button
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Yeah I tried step 4 and adb said the file was to old so rejected it and I tired it in the file manager anyways to see what would happen and it says it's not a working package or not compatible. So I guess it's for another xiaomi device or base android version. I also noticed only the stock file manager can actually invoke the package installer, root explorer gets the prompt to install but never then sends it to the Manger to load it and give the option for an install.

reaverclan said:
Yeah I tried step 4 and adb said the file was to old so rejected it and I tired it in the file manager anyways to see what would happen and it says it's not a working package or not compatible.
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It's actually because the modified launcher mentioned in this thread uses the package name com.moan.moanwm (credits to whoever found that out; doing that allows the original Settings to be launched), which actually belongs to those navball buttons... I was originally going to suggest to just get rid of the launcher, so you can install the navball buttons, but they're really crashy and useless anyway. Sorry, I don't know what else to suggest - given other "QOL" changes by Moann (see below), I strongly suspect the navigation button code was ripped out entirely to save RAM.
I also noticed only the stock file manager can actually invoke the package installer, root explorer gets the prompt to install but never then sends it to the Manger to load it and give the option for an install.
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Give Total Commander a try.
Moann really did a number on this device's Android build and messed it up, presumably in the name of "security". Only certain programs can show the original Settings, which messes up other applications' ability to show the app info of programs; the only thing that can force stop programs is Settings (which messes up Titanium Backup) and Root Explorer probably tries to invoke the Android installer directly (if that's a thing).

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It's actually because the modified launcher mentioned in this thread uses the package name com.moan.moanwm (credits to whoever found that out; doing that allows the original Settings to be launched), which actually belongs to those navball buttons... I was originally going to suggest to just get rid of the launcher, so you can install the navball buttons, but they're really crashy and useless anyway. Sorry, I don't know what else to suggest - given other "QOL" changes by Moann (see below), I strongly suspect the navigation button code was ripped out entirely to save RAM.
Give Total Commander a try.
Moann really did a number on this device's Android build and messed it up, presumably in the name of "security". Only certain programs can show the original Settings, which messes up other applications' ability to show the app info of programs; the only thing that can force stop programs is Settings (which messes up Titanium Backup) and Root Explorer probably tries to invoke the Android installer directly (if that's a thing).
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Ah I see that's clever. It's not the end of the world and yeah I think it's cause root explorer does what you said about invoking the thing directly. I just use the stock app to only install and that's it. My journey so far is shown here and regardless of the jank it has been a great device. https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4140508&postcount=155
Thanks again for the time to make it even greater. Only thing that sucks is no stock img to un brick if something goes to far. Hopefully someone leaks that at some point. This device seems pretty new to the market still.

squsqu6 said:
ADB is definit[iv]ely unavailable. But your launcher fork --that I already had, but did not know what to do with-- works, I now have most of the menu in English.
Thank you so much.
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I now have a new, but old !, trouble : battery life. I have enforced all saving possibilities available --from standard menu, from E-Ink Launcher, and, from RomToolBox, processors speed slowing--, and, yet, after 8 hours of use, InkPalm battery is totally empty, even though being totally user-idle --not a single user application being active according to linux 'top' request. Conversely, Kobo reader battery lasts for days in reading mode.
My question : would it be thinkable any possible trick of triggering the sleeping function without pushing the red button, so as to keep the screen as it is --allowing the reading of actual page until next (not a book, a musical partion, which takes longer !)--. Bypassing by script the red button action, or other ? --Note : the screensaver option allows for user-image, like a screenshot, but it requires to move it to the proper place and to renew it at every page...
Sorry for being so long, I am far from being familiar wich Linux (Android).
Greetings,
S. Quesada