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Fistly, I am not responsible to any harm done to your device. You should know what you are doing.
Secondly, this WILL TRIGGER KNOX irreversibly.
You will also have to format your internal memory in case you have never done this before.
KEEP THAT IN MIND
So you are going to need twrp for exynos: here
Latest Magisk installer zip: here
Odin: here
Not entirely sure if it is required but force encryption disabler: here
1) Go to developer settings in your phone and enable "OEM unlocking". Transfer the magisk zip onto the device and the encryption disabler zip.
2) Shut down your phone and hold power button+home button+volume down to turn it on. press volume up and plug it into your pc directly (without a hub)
3) Open odin and load in the AP section the TWRP file (it's an .img.tar). Disable auto reboot and flash
4) Hold power+home+volume down and, after it leaves download mode, change from volume up to volume up.
5) REALLY IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO KEEP SAFETY NET is to press "keep system read only"
6) IN CASE YOU CAN'T READ THE INTERNAL STORAGE OF YOUR PHONE (check that by pressing on install and checking internal storage), go to format-->format data and type yes. It explains there that, by doing so, you will remove encryption.
7) Now go to install and flash the encryption disabler and then the magisk zip
In theory, if all of this has been properly done, magisk su will be installed and your safety net will be in green.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to any sugestions.
Here is proof that this works.
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this is for version 7.0 of android and model 930f? in stock rom works as it is?
I'm on Oreo, and I tried to follow this.
I tried mounting USB OTG just to flash the encryption disabler and magisk but I had the verification failed error.
I don't have backup of my files (non-rooted so can't use Titanium backup). I also can't access data / internal storage using TWRP but I can't format my phone given my lack of backup. Any other way to fix this?
Why would you flash TWRP?
Won't that modify a partition? Or is TWRP present for only one reboot when selecting not to modify /system?
Do we need to unlock BootLoader anymore?
Would it not be beneficial for puerile if you posted a method to check if encryption was enabled and active, prior to performing these steps?
Thank you
That is what I am thinking about too...
I am on OREo as well. So, best would be to launch TWRP temporarily and flash then, isn't it?
I would do it this way as I have done it 5 mins ago with Sony xperia M5 E5603.
1. Backup DRM keys - if possible....
2. UNlock Bootloader
3. Boot TWRP remotely
4. Flash magisk
Is it that way? I dont wanna brick or loose my S7!!
Hi, I have TWRP and supersu now, is there a way to install magisk without unroot my phone ? Can i install Magisk and than leave supersu or i need first remove supersu and than install Magisk ?
Does this work on the canadian version of the s7 edge? Model number. sm-935w8?
Neemia86 said:
Hi, I have TWRP and supersu now, is there a way to install magisk without unroot my phone ? Can i install Magisk and than leave supersu or i need first remove supersu and than install Magisk ?
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I was wondering about that as well.
Me too. But this thread seems to be abandoned
Neemia86 said:
Hi, I have TWRP and supersu now, is there a way to install magisk without unroot my phone ? Can i install Magisk and than leave supersu or i need first remove supersu and than install Magisk ?
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Since you have TWRP installed, uninstall SuperSU and clean up it's files since they will trigger safetynet. Flash latest Magisk, no problem
Shani Ace said:
I was wondering about that as well.
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Bluecharge said:
Me too. But this thread seems to be abandoned
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Hello everyone,
I am quite desperate, trying to root my phone so that I can get access to my phone internal memory to run a photo recovery program.
I have been really stupid and I made the mistake to not back up my files of my internal memory before doing the format data step (amongst probably many other stupid things, let's agree I've been making things worse and worse).
I have followed the guide in this thread.
Phone details:
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
SM-G935F
Android 8.0
Activities done:
- Developer mode
- USB debugging
-OEM unlocking
- Reboot
- Download mode
- ODIN
- AP: TWRP
- Reboot
- Got into recovery mode
- Got into TWRP (keep system read only)
- could not read internal storage of the phone
- format --> format data --> yes (to remove encryption) (FORGOT TO BACKUP FIRST)
I did not dare to proceed to step 7:
7) Now go to install and flash the encryption disabler and then the magisk zip
So right now I'm still in the TWRP after recovery mode reboot, having just formata data the internal memory (but with keep system read only).
--> Can I safely move on to step 7?
--> Should I try something else?
--> How do I do step 7? ((7) Now go to install and flash the encryption disabler and then the magisk zip --> Where do I put the encryption disabler and after magisk? Is this Odin again?)
I hope someone is willing to help me.
I realize I should not be messing with these things since I am not experienced/knowledgeable in this at all, but it is kind of a last resort hail mary step for me to try to recover my photos.
Thank you kindly for any help or suggestions.
Eve
Eve2019 said:
Hello everyone,
I am quite desperate, trying to root my phone so that I can get access to my phone internal memory to run a photo recovery program.
I have been really stupid and I made the mistake to not back up my files of my internal memory before doing the format data step (amongst probably many other stupid things, let's agree I've been making things worse and worse).
I have followed the guide in this thread.
Phone details:
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
SM-G935F
Android 8.0
Activities done:
- Developer mode
- USB debugging
-OEM unlocking
- Reboot
- Download mode
- ODIN
- AP: TWRP
- Reboot
- Got into recovery mode
- Got into TWRP (keep system read only)
- could not read internal storage of the phone
- format --> format data --> yes (to remove encryption) (FORGOT TO BACKUP FIRST)
I did not dare to proceed to step 7:
7) Now go to install and flash the encryption disabler and then the magisk zip
So right now I'm still in the TWRP after recovery mode reboot, having just formata data the internal memory (but with keep system read only).
--> Can I safely move on to step 7?
--> Should I try something else?
--> How do I do step 7? ((7) Now go to install and flash the encryption disabler and then the magisk zip --> Where do I put the encryption disabler and after magisk? Is this Odin again?)
I hope someone is willing to help me.
I realize I should not be messing with these things since I am not experienced/knowledgeable in this at all, but it is kind of a last resort hail mary step for me to try to recover my photos.
Thank you kindly for any help or suggestions.
Eve
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After u removed data encryption via format data ,reboot to recovery yet again, since there is fixed modded TWRP by tkgg1996 there is no need for encryption zip.
Download fixed twrp by tkgg1996 here
https://mega.nz/#!oFd2RIpa!M2JYNFiurMlDp_jAblE8a4E2qQEYZ-yMXx8eMHhBZ7I
Then, in twrp click install and in bottom right corner select image file press it and now find downloaded twrp from link above select the image and select recovery,after it's done reboot to recovery again and no more worry about encryption ever again. Now u can flash whatever u want
You don't really need to flash magisk ,it is only if u wanna hide root and device to be certified in play store. But can't hurt anyway and it's the best root option. Flash magisk 18.1 in recovery
Scorpionea said:
After u removed data encryption via format data ,reboot to recovery yet again, since there is fixed modded TWRP by tkgg1996 there is no need for encryption zip.
Download fixed twrp by tkgg1996 here
Then, in twrp click install and in bottom right corner select image file press it and now find downloaded twrp from link above select the image and select recovery,after it's done reboot to recovery again and no more worry about encryption ever again. Now u can flash whatever u want
You don't really need to flash magisk ,it is only if u wanna hide root and device to be certified in play store. But can't hurt anyway and it's the best root option. Flash magisk 18.1 in recovery
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Thank you very much Scorpionea!
I managed to get the right version of TWRP installed.
- However, I seem to still not have root access? (Or at least Diskdigger photo recovery tells me).
- I also do not manage to install Magisk (I tried several ways, with image, zip, magisk manager). Unfortunately I cannot post an image yet. The error message says: updater process ended with ERROR: 1
Error installing zip file '/external_sd/Magisk-v18.1.zip
Updating partition details...
Failed to mount /data (Invalid argument)
...done
- In TWRP my internal memory shows up as 0 (does not mount?)
- I bought an sd card and tried to install Magisk from there, same lack of result. The SD card does show up in TWRP
Thank you very much for taking the time to help, I really appreciate it
Eve
Eve2019 said:
Thank you very much Scorpionea!
I managed to get the right version of TWRP installed.
- However, I seem to still not have root access? (Or at least Diskdigger photo recovery tells me).
- I also do not manage to install Magisk (I tried several ways, with image, zip, magisk manager). Unfortunately I cannot post an image yet. The error message says: updater process ended with ERROR: 1
Error installing zip file '/external_sd/Magisk-v18.1.zip
Updating partition details...
Failed to mount /data (Invalid argument)
...done
- In TWRP my internal memory shows up as 0 (does not mount?)
- I bought an sd card and tried to install Magisk from there, same lack of result. The SD card does show up in TWRP
Thank you very much for taking the time to help, I really appreciate it
Eve
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It seems encryption is still there, you must format data in twrp again ( remember doing this you will lose all data )Format data type yes, when done reboot to recovery again and should be all good
You must use modded twrp if I don't wanna see anymore internal storage at 0. Then try flashing magisk again
Hi, i unistalled supersu completly, but when i try to flash magisk zip from TWRP i got an error;
! Boot image patched by other programs!
! please restore stock boot image
Updater process ended with ERROR: 1
Anyone could help me ?
Samsung s7 edge exynos 935F with Android 8.0 onboard
PS: safetynet test passed
hey plzzz need help i am trying to find twrp for my s7edge exynos cpu its saying not to flash twrp on s7edge mine s7edge plzz anyone can link me dl to files i need like twrp and magisk for my phone plzzz i be super thank full info
s7edge SM-G935F exynos cpu not snapdragon cheers in advance
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pllzzzzzz some one help i flash the img file then when i do the thing it goes to red screen plzz baddly need magisk root so i can spoof pokemon go plzz can some one add rar file for me with all right files for my phone the phone info is galaxy s7 edge SM-G935F cpu exnyos not snapdragon also bought phone in australia plzzz help me
If you have unlocked bootloader and TWRP, you can flash a newer firmware using HuRUpdater
This steps can be risky for your device if you don't know what you are doing, so try to read some guide about flashing first
before attempt these operations if you are a new to these things.
I don't take any responsability of catastrophic failures and loss of data.
-- I did a titanium backup before the upgrade, but in my case no restore was needed as all data were retained.
In this simple update no factory reset was triggered.
Please read the HUrupdater thread also for more informations.
- Install Unofficial TWRP by Pretoriano80
- Download HuRUpdater 0.3 and put it in a folder in your sdcard
-Search the firmware for your device with Firmware Finder
Make sure you download the correct firmware version for your device (type, region code)
wrong firmware can brick your device
I used updated firmware files APPROVED for my device checked with firmware finder app.
I don't know if flashing NOT APPROVED files will harm your device. You have been warned.
I successfully updated my device from CLT-L29C636B130 to CLT-L29C636B131
***Don't try to rebrand your phone with this method***
- Use FullOTA-MF images of the firmware and download the 3 files needed
in my case:
update.zip
update_data_full_public.zip
update_full_CLT-L29_hw_spcseas.zip
- rename the 3 files to:
update.zip
update_data_public.zip
update_all_hw.zip
and put the files in the same folder with HuRUpdater 0.3
(optional)
- The Update will overwrite your TWRP custom recovery so to retain it automatically rename the TWRP IMAGE
twrp_clt_0.1.img to recovery.img and put in the same folder with others files.
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- Remove all security locks from your phone before rebooting to TWRP.
Go to System- Developer Options
Disable Screen lock (third row)
this will suffice to remove the security locks of the phone (sequences, pin,fingerprints)
-Reboot to TWRP
If you are rooted, remove Magisk first with its uninstaller. I don't know if it's needed but better don't have things like that
messing around during the update. You can reroot later anyway.
-Go to the folder with the files and flash the system using the HuRUpdater_0.3.zip ONLY
That great tool will do all the job needed. After system, it will reflash the TWRP recovery IMG you previoulsly renamed
overwriting again the stock ramdisk_recovery that comes with the firmware.
It will take some minutes, don't panic and let the process end.
You will see some red errors but don't worry,it's fine
- Reboot in your TWRP to check (from inside TWRP , reboot - recovery, be sure not to have a usb cable plugged or it will trigger stock EMUI e-recovery)
- Wipe dalvik and cache
- Reroot new system with Magisk
-Reboot to system and restore the security lock in developer options
- Restore your fingerprints and pins
- Enjoy the update.
Thanks to @zxz0O0 for this great Tool, works good on P20 pro too.
And obviously @Pretoriano80 for his recovery.
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Working adb sideload?
If an update is already approved by Huawei, can we just download the firmware through HFF and place it in the appropriate folder, go to SYSTEM to check for updates, and then install it?
mangusZen said:
If you have unlocked bootloader and TWRP, you can flash a newer firmware using HuRUpdater
This steps can be risky for your device if you don't know what you are doing, so try to read some guide about flashing first
before attempt these operations if you are a new to these things.
I don't take any responsability of catastrophic failures and loss of data.
-- I did a titanium backup before the upgrade, but in my case no restore was needed as all data were retained.
In this simple update no factory reset was triggered.
Please read the HUrupdater thread also for more informations.
- Install Unofficial TWRP by Pretoriano80
- Download HuRUpdater 0.3 and put it in a folder in your sdcard
-Search the firmware for your device with Firmware Finder
Make sure you download the correct firmware version for your device (type, region code)
wrong firmware can brick your device
I used updated firmware files APPROVED for my device checked with firmware finder app.
I don't know if flashing NOT APPROVED files will harm your device. You have been warned.
I successfully updated my device from CLT-L29C636B130 to CLT-L29C636B131
***Don't try to rebrand your phone with this method***
- Use FullOTA-MF images of the firmware and download the 3 files needed
in my case:
update.zip
update_data_full_public.zip
update_full_CLT-L29_hw_spcseas.zip
- rename the 3 files to:
update.zip
update_data_public.zip
update_all_hw.zip
and put the files in the same folder with HuRUpdater 0.3
(optional)
- The Update will overwrite your TWRP custom recovery so to retain it automatically rename the TWRP IMAGE
twrp_clt_0.1.img to recovery.img and put in the same folder with others files.
- remove all security locks from your phone before rebooting to TWRP.
Go to System- Developer Options
Disable Screen lock (third row)
this will suffice to remove the security locks of the phone (sequences, pin,fingerprints)
-Reboot to TWRP
-If you are rooted, remove Magisk first with its uninstaller. I don't know if it's needed but better don't have things like that
messing around during the update. You can reroot later anyway.
-Go to the folder with the files and flash the system using the HuRUpdater_0.3.zip ONLY
That great tool will do all the job needed. After system, it will reflash the TWRP recovery IMG you previoulsly renamed
overwriting again the stock ramdisk_recovery that comes with the firmware.
- It will take some minutes, don't panic and let the process end.
You will see some red errors but don't worry,it's fine
- Reboot in your TWRP to check (from inside TWRP , reboot - recovery, be sure not to have a usb cable plugged or it will trigger stock EMUI e-recovery)
- Wipe dalvik and cache
- Reroot new system with Magisk 16.4
-Reboot to system and restore the security lock in developer options
- restore your fingerprints and pins
- enjoy the update.
Thanks to @zxz0O0 for this great Tool, works good on P20 pro too.
And obviously @Pretoriano80 for his recovery.
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ekremxx said:
Working adb sideload?
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I have not tried that, it depends on the TWRP recovery, let us know if you try
sarichter said:
If an update is already approved by Huawei, can we just download the firmware through HFF and place it in the appropriate folder, go to SYSTEM to check for updates, and then install it?
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I really don't know, and I don't think it will work.
As far as I know this is the only manual update method for now.
I just updated to unapproved .150 for my c636 and all seems fine
If I reinstall twrp by renaming it as recovery.img, will HuRUupdater install the twrp in recovery_ramdisk, or will it replace eRecovery instead?
If twrp doesn't replace eRecovery, how do I get to eRecovery? As of now, whenever I want to enter recovery, it will get to twrp.
sishafie said:
If I reinstall twrp by renaming it as recovery.img, will HuRUupdater install the twrp in recovery_ramdisk, or will it replace eRecovery instead?
If twrp doesn't replace eRecovery, how do I get to eRecovery? As of now, whenever I want to enter recovery, it will get to twrp.
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eRecovery is not replaced.
To enter there try other volume button or with a cable plugged
Not working adb sideload... How I can install I not know...not have my phone micro SD card slot...puff
sishafie said:
If I reinstall twrp by renaming it as recovery.img, will HuRUupdater install the twrp in recovery_ramdisk, or will it replace eRecovery instead?
If twrp doesn't replace eRecovery, how do I get to eRecovery? As of now, whenever I want to enter recovery, it will get to twrp.
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when booting there is a screen prompting to whether you want to go to eRecovery by pressing up or just boot into system and something ike that
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ekremxx said:
Not working adb sideload... How I can install I not know...not have my phone micro SD card slot...puff
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why you want to do sideload ? guide clearly explained to install it using TWRP.
if you dont have TWRP, then install it first
I install twrp but how can I install whitour sd card I not have sd card slot my Huawei p20 pro one SIM card join no have sd card slot how I can install i not know.. when I try install abd sideload hrudader say cant find update.zip
update_data_public.zip
update_all_hw.zip
ekremxx said:
I install twrp but how can I install whitour sd card I not have sd card slot my Huawei p20 pro one SIM card join no have sd card slot how I can install i not know.. when I try install abd sideload hrudader say cant find update.zip
update_data_public.zip
update_all_hw.zip
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The guide never said that you need sdcard
it said, that u need to put all those three files in same folder with the HuruUpdater.zip , and of course you can put it in your internal storage
i wont explain anything here. you better re-read the whole main post, as it already very clear
- put all files in one folder
- reboot to twrp
- flash huruupdater.zip
- boot to system
- reboot to twrp
- flash magisk to reroot
which step exactly that not understandable ? :silly:
I can install that's style orjinal filmware ty so much
Forgive me if this is not the appropriate forum, one question:
I have the Huawei P20, for this phone I only have 2 firmware files, the "Update .zip" and the "update_full_EML_L09_hw_eu.zip ".
Can't find the "update_data_public.zip"
Can I install the new firmware with Hurupdater anyway ? Thanks in advance.
Roberto
moghetto said:
Forgive me if this is not the appropriate forum, one question:
I have the Huawei P20, for this phone I only have 2 firmware files, the "Update .zip" and the "update_full_EML_L09_hw_eu.zip ".
Can't find the "update_data_public.zip"
Can I install the new firmware with Hurupdater anyway ? Thanks in advance.
Roberto
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You should check and ask at P20 and HURupdater threads.
I don't know about P20.
Hello! Thank you very much for this tutorial .. A question.. I am in Chipset-boston 8.1.0. 001 (01DL) I have the bootloader open, just by installing the recovery that you say in the tutorial and then the other steps, I would not have a problem, right?
can I downgrade firmware safely with this method? im on 150 and want to go back to 130
Ferezesal19 said:
Hello! Thank you very much for this tutorial .. A question.. I am in Chipset-boston 8.1.0. 001 (01DL) I have the bootloader open, just by installing the recovery that you say in the tutorial and then the other steps, I would not have a problem, right?
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You should not have problem, unless you are trying to rebrand.
Allesa said:
can I downgrade firmware safely with this method? im on 150 and want to go back to 130
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I don't know about downgrading and I would not raccomend it
mangusZen said:
You should not have problem, unless you are trying to rebrand.
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Thanks you. Only i want to Update... What firm you recommend That improves the duration of the battery?
Please someone should help me with custom recovery for Gionee A1 Plus, I can provide the stock recovery.. Or if anyone can provide general Stock with Root Access so I can flash my phone with it.. I just need help.. My Airtime keeps depleting for no reason..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943625
Please just help me out
Thanks but can you help me.. reading through this can cause headache.. I am not trying to be lazy, just too complicated. thank you
DSA said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943625
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First of all there is no stable custom recovery for this phone (due to its less popularity) so don't expect a support.
Secondly don't try to code it on your own because it's bit complicated and chances to make a suitable recovery are low.
Now I have a solution for you and it's not that complicated, it will provide root and a (partially working CWM recovery)
1st step : On your computer extract "BOOT.IMG" and scatter files from your rom (if you don't have so go download the same rom you're using and extract the specific file mentioned) and copy paste it in your phone directory. Then download & install Magisk manager on your phone.
2nd step : Open Magisk app, download patch [I believe its root files] or something like that then apply it on the "BOOT.IMG" file that you just transferred it on your phone [must remember the file directory you selected].
3rd step : go back to your computer and retrieve the patched or modded "BOOT.IMG" file, it must be in "Phone directory\Magisk" folder [it may not be the one you transferred earlier], now turn your phone off, flash your phones' "Boot partition" with the this patched file using SP FLASHTOOL and original scatter file so you can get the #ROOT privileges after you turn on your phone.
(Remember to leave other partitions unchecked Before start flashing).
And finally, on your phone download & install Flashify app and give it SU permission from Magisk and select The the custom recovery IMG file, the one which will provided in end of article, then of course flash it and reboot your phone.
~ This Philz CWM custom recovery is partially working or in other words it still on alpha stage.
Link : https://mega.nz/#!wSJ1nRbI!gWJ0wSi_AmxBx9Cj_Oa7XCsTR0hl3xJWAgDf5SyUYT8
Sent from my Condor M1 Plus using Tapatalk
Thanks! I am trying to check it out
Thanks bro, I will write you back soon, let me quickly get to work on this, hopefully, it will work.
The Mega link you sent, is it a custom recovery I could try out as well without going through the magicdsk steps?
Please advise
sonicswink said:
First of all there is no stable custom recovery for this phone (due to its less popularity) so don't expect a support.
Secondly don't try to code it on your own because it's bit complicated and chances to make a suitable recovery are low.
Now I have a solution for you and it's not that complicated, it will provide root and a (partially working CWM recovery)
1st step : On your computer extract "BOOT.IMG" and scatter files from your rom (if you don't have so go download the same rom you're using and extract the specific file mentioned) and copy paste it in your phone directory. Then download & install Magisk manager on your phone.
2nd step : Open Magisk app, download patch [I believe its root files] or something like that then apply it on the "BOOT.IMG" file that you just transferred it on your phone [must remember the file directory you selected].
3rd step : go back to your computer and retrieve the patched or modded "BOOT.IMG" file, it must be in "Phone directory\Magisk" folder [it may not be the one you transferred earlier], now turn your phone off, flash your phones' "Boot partition" with the this patched file using SP FLASHTOOL and original scatter file so you can get the #ROOT privileges after you turn on your phone.
(Remember to leave other partitions unchecked Before start flashing).
And finally, on your phone download & install Flashify app and give it SU permission from Magisk and select The the custom recovery IMG file, the one which will provided in end of article, then of course flash it and reboot your phone.
~ This Philz CWM custom recovery is partially working or in other words it still on alpha stage.
Link : https://mega.nz/#!wSJ1nRbI!gWJ0wSi_AmxBx9Cj_Oa7XCsTR0hl3xJWAgDf5SyUYT8
Sent from my Condor M1 Plus using Tapatalk
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After installing Philz recovery, it keeps entering recovery.. Help!
I tried this link Link : https://mega.nz/#!wSJ1nRbI!gWJ0wSi_A...xJWAgDf5SyUYT8, it made my phone restart at the logo stage. I guess the custom recovery is not compatible. I have now done fresh installing of my rom twice now.
Meanwhile, I followed a download on how to create my Philz custom recovery, it installed but after installing supersu.zip, it keep loading to recovery without entering phone. Please help!
sonicswink said:
First of all there is no stable custom recovery for this phone (due to its less popularity) so don't expect a support.
Secondly don't try to code it on your own because it's bit complicated and chances to make a suitable recovery are low.
Now I have a solution for you and it's not that complicated, it will provide root and a (partially working CWM recovery)
1st step : On your computer extract "BOOT.IMG" and scatter files from your rom (if you don't have so go download the same rom you're using and extract the specific file mentioned) and copy paste it in your phone directory. Then download & install Magisk manager on your phone.
2nd step : Open Magisk app, download patch [I believe its root files] or something like that then apply it on the "BOOT.IMG" file that you just transferred it on your phone [must remember the file directory you selected].
3rd step : go back to your computer and retrieve the patched or modded "BOOT.IMG" file, it must be in "Phone directory\Magisk" folder [it may not be the one you transferred earlier], now turn your phone off, flash your phones' "Boot partition" with the this patched file using SP FLASHTOOL and original scatter file so you can get the #ROOT privileges after you turn on your phone.
(Remember to leave other partitions unchecked Before start flashing).
And finally, on your phone download & install Flashify app and give it SU permission from Magisk and select The the custom recovery IMG file, the one which will provided in end of article, then of course flash it and reboot your phone.
~ This Philz CWM custom recovery is partially working or in other words it still on alpha stage.
Link : https://mega.nz/#!wSJ1nRbI!gWJ0wSi_AmxBx9Cj_Oa7XCsTR0hl3xJWAgDf5SyUYT8
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Yes me too I experienced bootloop but it's alright, sometimes it keep rebooting for 5 ~ 10 mins before initializing system.
And SuperSU never worked for me, I guess it's Android 7.0 Nougat Magisk should more compatible.
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Magisk steps are for patching BOOT.IMG to gain root, unlike The custom recovery has philz cwm recovery.img you should try flashing it as is.
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Wow! you mean I should allow it boot for close to 30 minutes? and what will happen after that is done? please let me know... I have decided not to root anymore as I am very tired already.
The option you gave for me to root using magisk through boot.img did not work.. I tried installing many times but nothing shows up neither did I see any patch as well..
Please let me know if I need to let it reboot for 10 minutes or more if thats the solution then I will wait..
sonicswink said:
Yes me too I experienced bootloop but it's alright, sometimes it keep rebooting for 5 ~ 10 mins before initializing system.
And SuperSU never worked for me, I guess it's Android 7.0 Nougat Magisk should more compatible.
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Magisk steps are for patching BOOT.IMG to gain root, unlike The custom recovery has philz cwm recovery.img you should try flashing it as is.
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It's a bit challenging task huh ?
Okay did you extracted the file BOOT.IMG from your Rom and patched it in Magisk as I said ?
Because that's the most important step.
samosward said:
Wow! you mean I should allow it boot for close to 30 minutes? and what will happen after that is done? please let me know... I have decided not to root anymore as I am very tired already.
The option you gave for me to root using magisk through boot.img did not work.. I tried installing many times but nothing shows up neither did I see any patch as well..
Please let me know if I need to let it reboot for 10 minutes or more if thats the solution then I will wait..
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After that you should see the patched file on output folder. This file flash it using sp flashtool and once the flash finishes launch Magisk app and you will see the ROOT access enabled.
It's a piece of cake boy.
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Please disregard in earlier message, I have finally done the boot patching with magisk. I tried flashing just the patch_boot.img which I renamed to boot.img but it shows error message C0030004 on SPtools.. Do you recommend I flash the whole phone while I used the new boot.img instead of the stock boot.img? If you can write me soon I will appreciate it.
sonicswink said:
It's a bit challenging task huh ?
Okay did you extracted the file BOOT.IMG from your Rom and patched it in Magisk as I said ?
Because that's the most important step.
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After that you should see the patched file on output folder. This file flash it using sp flashtool and once the flash finishes launch Magisk app and you will see the ROOT access enabled.
It's a piece of cake boy.
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It's done!
I have rooted my phone! I truly can't say how I did it but I think your advise helped me out by using Magisk Boot patch... wow! I am the most happiest at this time.. Thanks for your support, I appreciate!
samosward said:
Please disregard in earlier message, I have finally done the boot patching with magisk. I tried flashing just the patch_boot.img which I renamed to boot.img but it shows error message C0030004 on SPtools.. Do you recommend I flash the whole phone while I used the new boot.img instead of the stock boot.img? If you can write me soon I will appreciate it.
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Glad you did it.
I recommend you to make a backup If you're inexperienced with Root risks management.
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Yeah, I have my firmware backup, if anything goes wrong, I would reflash my phone but for now, I would keep using it like this. Although, Fingerprint is presently not working.. I guess it hs something to do with magisk...
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Glad you did it.
I recommend you to make a backup If you're inexperienced with Root risks management.
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Honestly I don't advice you to depend on a firmware backup in case of loss of system or software disfonctionnement.
If you are an advanced or experienced user, go ahead, if not then read this immediately :
Your phone has not Snapdragon chip, your phone is powered by Mediatek chipset.
You don't want to end up using your phone as 6 inches mp4 player or WiFi tablet after flashing.
Every MediaTek phone has a unique data in a partition called "NVRAM" "MODEM" or "BASEBAND" name differs for every brand. If you my friend will perform a flash from a downloaded firmware backup, this flash is going format or erase system (the partition you want to flash) plus all other partitions that hold the unique data files, so you'll definitely lose your phone's IMEI, WiFi MAC address, Bluetooth address, and all radio drivers.
Consider this a friendly advice that saves you a 200$ phone.
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sonicswink said:
Honestly I don't advice you to depend on a firmware backup in case of loss of system or software disfonctionnement.
If you are an advanced or experienced user, go ahead, if not then read this immediately :
Your phone has not Snapdragon chip, your phone is powered by Mediatek chipset.
You don't want to end up using your phone as 6 inches mp4 player or WiFi tablet after flashing.
Every MediaTek phone has a unique data in a partition called "NVRAM" "MODEM" or "BASEBAND" name differs for every brand. If you my friend will perform a flash from a downloaded firmware backup, this flash is going format or erase system (the partition you want to flash) plus all other partitions that hold the unique data files, so you'll definitely lose your phone's IMEI, WiFi MAC address, Bluetooth address, and all radio drivers.
Consider this a friendly advice that saves you a 200$ phone.
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So how can one avoid that on an mtk device? I have had that happen to me before. All the other can be sorted but i failed to resolve meid to the way it was.
Thanks for the advise bro but I am not an outright novice, even if anything goes wrong,
I can always flash imei, mac or Bluetooth ID to the phone anytime.
Just my fingerprint that isn't working is my issue presently, secondly, how can I get or update my firmware to the latest update for Android 7.0, this particular one seems to load/open almost everything slowly compared to the stock firmware that came with it.
sonicswink said:
Honestly I don't advice you to depend on a firmware backup in case of loss of system or software disfonctionnement.
If you are an advanced or experienced user, go ahead, if not then read this immediately :
Your phone has not Snapdragon chip, your phone is powered by Mediatek chipset.
You don't want to end up using your phone as 6 inches mp4 player or WiFi tablet after flashing.
Every MediaTek phone has a unique data in a partition called "NVRAM" "MODEM" or "BASEBAND" name differs for every brand. If you my friend will perform a flash from a downloaded firmware backup, this flash is going format or erase system (the partition you want to flash) plus all other partitions that hold the unique data files, so you'll definitely lose your phone's IMEI, WiFi MAC address, Bluetooth address, and all radio drivers.
Consider this a friendly advice that saves you a 200$ phone.
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tonde4jc said:
So how can one avoid that on an mtk device? I have had that happen to me before. All the other can be sorted but i failed to resolve meid to the way it was.
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Just perform a Nandroid backup of indicated partitions and partitions you want yo keep, then restore Nand backup after flash, or if you're not in position to make a backup, simply restore your phone with flashing selected system and storage partitions and avoid (uncheck) indicated partitions.
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samosward said:
Thanks for the advise bro but I am not an outright novice, even if anything goes wrong,
I can always flash imei, mac or Bluetooth ID to the phone anytime.
Just my fingerprint that isn't working is my issue presently, secondly, how can I get or update my firmware to the latest update for Android 7.0, this particular one seems to load/open almost everything slowly compared to the stock firmware that came with it.
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I didn't say you're novice, but you are writing like one bro.
First after Root installation process is finished, you can forget about updates for two reasons :
1- Updates kills Root and any system mods.
~After update process don't expect to find any Root.
2- updates makes Root installation harder by fixing system bugs and updates Android security patch.
~After updates expect a harder root setup process and less convenient Root usage, lags and bugs in your device usage because of security conflicts. Because some of Root apps are considered as threat or hostile by Google.
One of the bugs or conflicts are the fingerprint disfonctionnement, and I've done some researches so I found the easiest and only way to safely use root without any security conflicts is to downgrade the initial Nougat 7.0 update of your phone, I believe there are other methods to fix this issue without downgrading but they are not a permanent solutions.
My phone is rooted and works well in this version.
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Android Security patch level
April 5, 2017
Same Kernel 4.4.15
but my build is just too old
(SW Version)
A1 Plus_0301_V5242
(HW Version)
A1 Plus_Mainboard_P3
(hardware Vesion)
P3
My SW Version is just too old why my phone is moving too sluggishly, I am so so sure of that.
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The version I use.View attachment 4589105
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samosward said:
Android Security patch level
April 5, 2017
Same Kernel 4.4.15
but my build is just too old
(SW Version)
A1 Plus_0301_V5242
(HW Version)
A1 Plus_Mainboard_P3
(hardware Vesion)
P3
My SW Version is just too old why my phone is moving too sluggishly, I am so so sure of that.
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Yes judging your device by the version infos you provided, it's very outdated, outdated Amigo UI firmwares are laggy and slow in response regardless to the hardware capacity.
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I am not responsible if you brick your device.
UPDATE BETA PIE ROM
Direct link Download- https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1_r6zxR34q5aN72SPhAjMLkV4GxQcD4ff&export=download
Flash procedure for pie- https://www.asuswebstorage.com/navigate/a/#/s/A9A029F390A34806BED2A412E194C44D4
For BL unlocked phones
Recommended PBRP
PBRP has function to fix the encryption after flashing the ROM. You may choose to flash decrypt.zip for your own satisfaction.
PBRP worked like a charm for me.
* Use 7zip/WinRAR- Extract / Open Archive by right clicking the firmware zip and go to > META-INF > com > google > android
*open updater-script with a note editor
* Remove all the lines above the code
ui_print("Target: Android/sdm660_64/sdm660_64:X.X.X/XXXX/XX.20XX.XXXX.XXX-20XXXXXX:user/release-keys");
*Save it/rezip the firmware and copy it to sdcard
*Wipe System, data, cache / format DATA.
*Flash the ROM
Stock FULL ROM OREO 8.1
Stock Recovery & TWRP Flash-able
You have to flash full ROM if magisk is installed. Take backup & be very careful if device get encrypted after installing the ROM. (Flash decryption file- https://forum.xda-developers.com/asus-zenfone-max-pro-m1/how-to/mod-decrypt-data-t3787311 )
* Use 7zip/WinRAR- Extract / Open Archive by right clicking the firmware zip and go to > META-INF > com > google > android
*open updater-script with a note editor
* Remove all the lines above the code
ui_print("Target: Android/sdm660_64/sdm660_64:X.X.X/XXXX/XX.20XX.XXXX.XXX-20XXXXXX:user/release-keys");
*Save it/rezip the firmware and copy it to sdcard
*Wipe System, data, cache / format DATA.
*Flash the ROM
Official ROM link- https://www.asus.com/Phone/ZenFone-Max-Pro-M2/HelpDesk_BIOS/
One click Download - https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/...995.844210030.1548823414-323285766.1546595187
so after installing latest 186 ROM continue installing decrypt.zip right?
rycroot96 said:
so after installing latest 186 ROM continue installing decrypt.zip right?
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when i had installed December update (unlocked bootloader & magisk installed) i flashed the new rom, installed decrypt.zip yet the phone got encrypted on boot. Later i formatted data and flashed decrypt.zip and the phone booted normally.
Its kind of two way procedure. Try it. There is nothing wrong in experiment unless you haven't taken backup.
I'll flash as soon as i go home & let you know the status.
Ajeyvm said:
when i had installed December update (unlocked bootloader & magisk installed) i flashed the new rom, installed decrypt.zip yet the phone got encrypted on boot. Later i formatted data and flashed decrypt.zip and the phone booted normally.
Its kind of two way procedure. Try it. There is nothing wrong in experiment unless you haven't taken backup.
I'll flash as soon as i go home & let you know the status.
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but when encrypted twrp doesn't disappear right? ok I am waiting I haven't updated since ubl + magisk. what is meant by twrp backup right? I have a system backup and booted. thanks a lot for the info bro
rycroot96 said:
but when encrypted twrp doesn't disappear right? ok I am waiting I haven't updated since ubl + magisk. what is meant by twrp backup right? I have a system backup and booted. thanks a lot for the info bro
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backup means your personal data, apps, contacts, internal storage.
TWRP wont be gone after flashing. The phone works fine even after its encrypted. You need to flash decrypt.zip to get internal storage access in TWRP . And for overall smoothness of the device.
Ajeyvm said:
backup means your personal data, apps, contacts, internal storage.
TWRP wont be gone after flashing. The phone works fine even after its encrypted. You need to flash decrypt.zip to get internal storage access in TWRP . And for overall smoothness of the device.
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thank you very much for the info
Guys ... Use PBRP Recovery.. It is based on TWRP...
It automatically patches forced encryption, after flashing the firmware file...
But just to make sure flash decrypt.zip too ...
So I did really dumb error... I flashed OTA(edited updater-script), then flashed decrypt.zip and flashed Magisk-v18.0.zip(this is what I shouldn't do)... and now my phone is encrypted
and my nandroid backup that I just make is on internal storage... so now it's already encrypted(or it isn't?) and no longer be able to use...
Is there any way I can decrypt back my phone?
my custom recovery/twrp encrypted as well
I got my nandroid backup few days ago on my computer
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So I did really dumb error... I flashed OTA(edited updater-script), then flashed decrypt.zip and flashed Magisk-v18.0.zip(this is what I shouldn't do)... and now my phone is encrypted
and my nandroid backup that I just make is on internal storage... so now it's already encrypted(or it isn't?) and no longer be able to use...
Is there any way I can decrypt back my phone?
my custom recovery/twrp encrypted as well
I got my nandroid backup few days ago on my computer
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I don't think there is a way to decrypt your phone without losing data...
Best way is restore from your nandroid backup...
watatara.102 said:
So I did really dumb error... I flashed OTA(edited updater-script), then flashed decrypt.zip and flashed Magisk-v18.0.zip(this is what I shouldn't do)... and now my phone is encrypted
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I did exactly the same... But using PBRP recovery... Faced no issue at all...
Tyakrish said:
I don't think there is a way to decrypt your phone without losing data...
Best way is restore from your nandroid backup...
I did exactly the same... But using PBRP recovery... Faced no issue at all...
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uh, the one that is encrypted is on /data I'm right?
my internal storage/internal SD which is on /data/media is not encrypted right? then I still can copy my NANDroid backup?
error displayed 7 in twrp.
When edit the script and rezip firmware then go to twrp then error 7 displayed that the zip file is crupted.so get me solution
shivrajmalani said:
When edit the script and rezip firmware then go to twrp then error 7 displayed that the zip file is crupted.so get me solution
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Do not unzip the file.
Right click on the file, open archive. Edit the updater script. Save it. Better to use 7Zip.
watatara.102 said:
uh, the one that is encrypted is on /data I'm right?
my internal storage/internal SD which is on /data/media is not encrypted right? then I still can copy my NANDroid backup?
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I am not sure exactly, which partitions are encrypted. But yes I think internal storage on /data/media is not encrypted...
But if you open TWRP then you will get a message to decrypt your device... DONT do this ! It will wipe your internal storage too, even if it is not encrypted...
If you want to copy your nandroid backup, then boot up your ROM and then transfer files using MTP to your computer..
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shivrajmalani said:
When edit the script and rezip firmware then go to twrp then error 7 displayed that the zip file is crupted.so get me solution
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Did you use WinRAR ? Do one thing...
After extracting zip, and editing the script, go to the root of your firmware folder, select all files then add to archive. Select archive format as zip and keep the lowest compression possible...
While flashing, disable zip verification. This should work... Otherwise try the method by @Ajeyvm
I got this weird bug and it's will keep creating new log everytime reboot
here log file https://pastebin.com/wXHvcbDT
watatara.102 said:
I got this weird bug and it's will keep creating new log everytime reboot
here log file https://pastebin.com/wXHvcbDT
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i think im the only one getting for this bug......lets rollback old version haha...i see asus official website....that they have rollback the latest version
Zahirpro2 said:
i think im the only one getting for this bug......lets rollback old version haha...i see asus official website....that they have rollback the latest version
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Whenever i restart my phone i get that bug report. I clear it & use the device as usual. Evrything else is working fine. No need to revert back unless u r facing some major issue.
Zahirpro2 said:
i think im the only one getting for this bug......lets rollback old version haha...i see asus official website....that they have rollback the latest version
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Oh so its not just me then, good to know
It looks good.
Edit, someone posted a review - https://youtu.be/_wli8M-71yI
Someone should really post a mirror of the official link
Official link is down does anyone has any other mirror link?
POST - v14
(This number will increase every time the post is updated.)What's new in v14?
Corrected some simple mistakes in procedure.Modified overall post for better UX.
Spoiler: Version Changelog
What's new in v13?
Modified Gapps part in requirements to make it more clear.Added useful information section. for Pro Noobs and Ultra Noobs like me.What's new in v12?
Added User Contributions and feedback section.Added Miscellaneous recommendations section.Modified some steps in installation procedure to make it even more noob friendly.Linked @lmaohelp's thread.Decreased size of text in procedure.
This ROM is based on Android 10 GSI builds of @phhusson (Thanks a ton to him).
Thanks to @Hami_Do for his hi6250 patches.
Thanks to Huawei for making their phones nearly unbrickable .
Thanks to @Djiban for his ideas on improving the thread.
Follow this thread only if you know what you're doing. I'm not responsibe for any damage or thermonuclear wars .
Read the post completely and understand it before doing anything ATLEAST FOR THE SAKE OF MANKIND .
This thread is best viewed in PC and is Noob Friendly.
Note that I was using flux substratum theme in the screenshots. Hence, icons and colors may vary on your device.
Spoiler: Requirements
Requirements:
Huawei Honor 6X (Unlocked Bootloader. If not, follow this post (using PotatoNV) or YouTube video.
EMUI 8 (If not, you could follow this guide, direct file : link).
GSI from link (download system-quack-arm64-aonly-vanilla.img.xz, you could try others but arm64, a-only is must).
TWRP from attchments or link or any other TWRP recovery compatible with Honor 6X EMUI 8.
Gapps(Optional, I used nano OpenGapps, NikGapps gave an error during installing, You can also try others. You can directly try the img with gapps instead of vanilla but i prefer nano gapps over vanilla).
stock recovery.
Time.
PC.
ADB and Fastboot.
Patience.
Human Brain.
ALL IN ONE GUIDE : Check it out here. It contains every thing in detail all the way from bricked device -> EMUI 2 -> EMUI 5 -> EMUI 8 -> AOSP 10 (mentioned in this post). Thanks to @lmaohelp for his effort and describing everything in detail.
Useful Information :
What on the Earth is meant by Vanilla android? -> it is the stock / pure version of android without Google apps and services.
What is OpenGapps? Check it out at OpenGapps.org!
What is Nano (not the mathematical 10^-9) Gapps? It is a version of Gapps with Minimal installation which means only the core part of gapps is installed with very little major apps. They can be installed later.
What is ARM64? it is a 64 bit operating system/platform.
What on the moon is AOSP? It stands for android open source project which is the purest form of android.
NOTE : My device bootlooped whenever I tried installing Magisk. So, better stick with the PHH-SuperUser that you get out-of-the-box with the system image.
NOTE : Skip every step with gapps if you are already using img with gapps.
What isn't working :
VoLTE (can't be fixed as per my knowledge), Camera (FIXED NOW | trying to find a fix, replacing libcamxxx could help), Flashlight (FIXED NOW | also trying to find a fix, fixing camera may fix this too).
CAMERA AND TORCH HAVE BEEN FIXED. Thanks to @Hami_Do (flash the attched patch file whenever you are bored, LOL)
What's Working :
Everything except the ones mentioned above VoLTE.
*Tell me if something else isn't working.
***If you have a bricked device/messed up somewhere during the process and unable to figure out what to do, follow this guide by @lmaohelp .***Procedure :
Make sure your device is running EMUI 8.
Extract downloaded image using some xz extractor(7zip can also do this), copy it to pc.
Reboot your device to TWRP recovery.
Format the data partition {Wipe > Format data > type "yes"}
(Optional) In TWRP, choose wipe > advanced wipe > select system, data, cache and DALVIK and format them.
Check if your device is detected by adb using
Code:
adb devices
.
Move the img file using adb to device
Code:
adb push -p *img-name*.img /sdcard/
(the img file must be in adb directory).
(Optional, only if you want nano gapps over vanilla) Move Gapps in the same manner
Code:
adb push -p *gapps-name*.zip /sdcard/
(the zip file must be in adb directory).
Install img as system image {Install > Install Image > Select > Choose system image > Swipe➡}.
(Optional, only if you want nano gapps over vanilla) Unmount and Remount system partition. Go to wipe > advanced wipe > Choose system > resize. Flash gapps.
Flash stock recovery(also available in attachments) with twrp in the same way. push it with adb using
Code:
adb push -p STOCK_RECOVERY_RAMDISK.img /sdcard/
and flash it with twrp as "Recovery" after choosing install image.
Disconnect your device from PC and reboot to recovery(stock one).
Clear cache partition and perform a factory reset(You'll get an error during factory reset but you have to do it) (your device will bootloop if wiped with twrp itself).
Reboot, Cross your fingers and wait.
>If you flashed gapps over vanilla, the first boot would take about 5 mins. else, it would be very fast. Subsequent boots on both are quite fast.
>Sometimes, I observed that flashing gapps from internal storage caused bootloop(this is because of corrupt zip), in such case get back to EMUI 8, repeat the process by flashing gapps from micro sd.
*you'll get a warning that something wrong with your device every time you boot it. IGNORE IT.
Spoiler: Additionals
Additionals:
> If you messed up somewhere during installation, you can always recover your device by following this guide.
> If you have the update.zip file from the above mentioned EMUI 8 folder directly, you could just directly flash it after wiping data, system and cache(use adb push or microsd to transfer update.zip to device).
>Its better to charge your device to atleast 70% before doing anything as you'll have ample of time to recover it if you messed up something. If not, you can still charge your device in eRecovery mode and twrp but i found some issues like heating up and slow charging.
>Don't forget to set ringtone, notification and other sounds from settings after booting.
Spoiler: Updates
Updates :
I was able to install magisk by flashing unSU zip from @Hami_Do 's thread on hi6250 manual fixes and then flashing phh's magisk after deleting phh-su from /system/bin/ but sadly, I wasn't able to use quickswitch for other launchers as it needs magisk version of 20.4 (min.) but phh's magisk is 19.3 and substratum theme engine is not working (due to some error). So, I'm sticking with the root that comes out of the box and I recommend you to do the same. EXTRAS : The Phone and Messaging apps that came out of the box with the GSI stopped working after installing magisk. So, you are installing magisk, just replace these system apps from LineageOS ones or delete them and install the google phone and messaging from play store.
During multiple tests (installing, modifying and testing the GSI for its stability in multiple ways), I found that you need not always go back to stock EMUI 8 if you messed up something. This works without error but if you have some time, getting back to stock EMUI 8 is still recommended before installing some other ROM/GSI.
Try not to touch the finger print sensor when you are at the setup after first boot. This is making the finger print sensor not recognisable until next reboot.
User Feedback and Contributions :
Thanks to @OrionThyHunter for his feedback and some fixes :
Using the Greenify app will stop the finger print sensor from working. FIX : Disable "Alternative Screen Off Mode".
Thanks to @[email protected] for finding out he following issues :
Adaptive Brightness Doesn't work. Flash the attachment in this post to fix it.
To pass SafetyNet, follow this post.
Miscellaneous Recommendations :
Use Google Camera Go app for photos. Its much better than the GSI's stock one.
Happy Flashing !
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thank you it worked, now waiting for volte and camera fix on next update.... please update soon.... waiting waiting waiting........
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thank you it worked, now waiting for volte and camera fix on next update.... please update soon.... waiting waiting waiting........
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I think VoLTE can't be fixed.
For camera, you have to replace each file in /system/lib/ starting with libcam(libcamxyz...) from stock emui 8 and check each possible combination with subsequent reboots. I'm a little bit busy right now as I'm working on AOSP 11(as I believe it'll run without much problems because it has been tested on other hi6250 devices) with @Djiban. You could just do this on your own. If you find any working combination, please post it in this thread.
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thank you it worked, now waiting for volte and camera fix on next update.... please update soon.... waiting waiting waiting........
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Finally, Fixed it dude(camera and torch) by replacing libraries! Found a patch that does the same thing. Updated the Original post.
Tried a lot to fix VoLTE but didn't work... will try again later.
CHECK IT OUT!
#endyourwait LOL!
Hi again, I got this installed using TWRP, and I still have TWRP installed because I don't have the stock recovery. The system boots but it is giving me an error saying encryption unsuccessful, with a button saying "erase all data" which does nothing, and I am unable to do anything.
I was having this error when I first installed EMUI 8 from EMUI 5 as well, but at least the button took me to eRecovery, where the factory reset would fail at 5-6%. Currently if I go into eRecovery and click factory reset, it just reboots and takes me to TWRP again. Also, when I go into eRecovery it asks me to reformat the partition because it is "corrupted", which somehow changes the file system for /data to f2fs, and causes the phone to be stuck on the android boot animation. When I change /data back to ext4 I am able to boot back to the screen of encryption unsuccessful.
How do I fix this issue and be able to use the phone? Attached is a screenshot of the error message the OS is giving me.
lmaohelp said:
Hi again, I got this installed using TWRP, and I still have TWRP installed because I don't have the stock recovery. The system boots but it is giving me an error saying encryption unsuccessful, with a button saying "erase all data" which does nothing, and I am unable to do anything.
I was having this error when I first installed EMUI 8 from EMUI 5 as well, but at least the button took me to eRecovery, where the factory reset would fail at 5-6%. Currently if I go into eRecovery and click factory reset, it just reboots and takes me to TWRP again. Also, when I go into eRecovery it asks me to reformat the partition because it is "corrupted", which somehow changes the file system for /data to f2fs, and causes the phone to be stuck on the android boot animation. When I change /data back to ext4 I am able to boot back to the screen of encryption unsuccessful.
How do I fix this issue and be able to use the phone? Attached is a screenshot of the error message the OS is giving me.
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Did you flash stock recovery after flashing system image?
Get back to emui 8(if you have update.zip, you could directly flash it with twrp). Repeat the process. Flash stock recovery. Perform a factory reset. And boot it to the system for the first time. You could then flash twrp with fastboot.
***Do not do a factory reset with twrp! Its causing errors.***
Apparently it could be a faulty EMMC chip according to this website, which makes sense since TWRP is not able to mount the internal storage partition or the Dalvik / ART cache, and eRecovery is not able to reset the phone, which is a characteristic of EMMC failure, according to this website. I had to unplug the battery countless times when I was tinkering with the phone, because my power button is broken, and it definitely would've contributed to this failure according to what I have read. Well, guess I'm done with this phone lol
EDIT: Well I'm starting from scratch again but everything is installing fine so I guess nothing is wrong currently? Huawei factory reset even worked
Venkata Lochan Nune said:
Did you flash stock recovery after flashing system image?
Get back to emui 8(if you have update.zip, you could directly flash it with twrp). Repeat the process. Flash stock recovery. Perform a factory reset. And boot it to the system for the first time. You could then flash twrp with fastboot.
***Do not do a factory reset with twrp! Its causing errors.***
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No, I don't know where to find the stock recovery file, where can I find it?
I managed to boot into EMUI 8 just fine since I did not have a password on the EMUI 5 OS before installing lol. Now I just need the stock recovery you are talking about so I can follow your steps.
do you mean, you testing ASOP 11 on honor 6x ? if yes wow......
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do you mean, you testing ASOP 11 on honor 6x ? if yes wow......
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Nope, not now. @Djiban is quite busy and for me to work, I'm not having a spare device. He'll do it when he's got free time.
I didn't find much noticeable differences between AOSP 10 and 11 execpt some ui improvements and under-the-hood improvements. So, I'll skip AOSP 11 and directly will work with AOSP 12 on future. I liked the new things introduced in android 12. So, I'll definitely work on it.
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No, I don't know where to find the stock recovery file, where can I find it?
I managed to boot into EMUI 8 just fine since I did not have a password on the EMUI 5 OS before installing lol. Now I just need the stock recovery you are talking about so I can follow your steps.
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Do you have the update.zip file?
Or wait I'll attach one in few hours...
lmaohelp said:
Apparently it could be a faulty EMMC chip according to this website, which makes sense since TWRP is not able to mount the internal storage partition or the Dalvik / ART cache, and eRecovery is not able to reset the phone, which is a characteristic of EMMC failure, according to this website. I had to unplug the battery countless times when I was tinkering with the phone, because my power button is broken, and it definitely would've contributed to this failure according to what I have read. Well, guess I'm done with this phone lol
EDIT: Well I'm starting from scratch again but everything is installing fine so I guess nothing is wrong currently? Huawei factory reset even worked
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This is because twrp on our phone doesn't support encryption-decryption things. So, they can only mount internal storage when you perform a complete data format by typing "yes".
Venkata Lochan Nune said:
Do you have the update.zip file?
Or wait I'll attach one in few hours...
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I do, but I'm unfamiliar with how to get the recovery.img from the zip file. If you can tell me how to extract it or attach one that would be great!
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I do, but I'm unfamiliar with how to get the recovery.img from the zip file. If you can tell me how to extract it or attach one that would be great!
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Actually, flashing it should replace twrp with stock one didn't it?
You can extract it with 7zip. It worked for me.
Venkata Lochan Nune said:
Actuall, flashing it should replace twrp with stock one didn't it?
You can extract it with 7zip. It worked for me
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What do you mean by flashing it, the update file? I updated from EMUI 5 to EMUI 8 using a update.zip file and HWOTA method so I am not sure if that is the same thing as just flashing the update.zip file. Also, just extracting the files doesn't produce anything useful. I used a firmware extractor from this thread, which comes up with the files shown in the screenshot. Now I'm not sure which file is the stock recovery image. I also tried flashing Magisk for root access and using Flashify to backup the stock recovery image, but the app would just freeze, I'm not sure why.
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What do you mean by flashing it, the update file? I updated from EMUI 5 to EMUI 8 using a update.zip file and HWOTA method so I am not sure if that is the same thing as just flashing the update.zip file. Also, just extracting the files doesn't produce anything useful. I used a firmware extractor from this thread, which comes up with the files shown in the screenshot. Now I'm not sure which file is the stock recovery image. I also tried flashing Magisk for root access and using Flashify to backup the stock recovery image, but the app would just freeze, I'm not sure why.
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Well you could directly flash update.zip with twrp.
Wail I'll attach it in a while. Just turned on my PC to search for it and this bloody "working on updates" came up.
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What do you mean by flashing it, the update file? I updated from EMUI 5 to EMUI 8 using a update.zip file and HWOTA method so I am not sure if that is the same thing as just flashing the update.zip file. Also, just extracting the files doesn't produce anything useful. I used a firmware extractor from this thread, which comes up with the files shown in the screenshot. Now I'm not sure which file is the stock recovery image. I also tried flashing Magisk for root access and using Flashify to backup the stock recovery image, but the app would just freeze, I'm not sure why.
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Yeah I've faced the same problem with flashify and ofcourse other similar apps. The problem I usually get is that system partition isn't writable. After changing it to r/w, I get an error that boot image not found. (This doesn't happen in flashify, it just freezes). Not sure what the problem is maybe, huawei's anti modding measures...
This might be the stock recovery(its in between some 10 other recoveries so, not sure). Try it and inform me
EDIT : THIS IS NOT THE RIGHT ONE. STOCK RECOVERY WAS ATTACHED IN POST #1.
Venkata Lochan Nune said:
This might be the stock recovery(its in between some 10 other recoveries so, not sure). Try it and inform me.
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I don't think that is the correct file, as I flashed it and "adb reboot recovery" just causes it to be stuck on the "your phone is unlocked" screen, and so does clicking the factory reset option in eRecovery. I tried extracting the RECOVERY_RAMDIS(K).img file and flashing it, which worked, and successfully failed (lol) to reset the phone.
EDIT: I got into the OS successfully. It is unexpectedly smooth, good job!
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I don't think that is the correct file, as I flashed it and "adb reboot recovery" just causes it to be stuck on the "your phone is unlocked" screen, and so does clicking the factory reset option in eRecovery. I tried extracting the RECOVERY_RAMDIS(K).img file and flashing it, which worked, and successfully failed (lol) to reset the phone.
EDIT: I got into the OS successfully. It is unexpectedly smooth, good job!
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So you liked it?
And hey, attach the stock recovery for future reference if someone needs it.
Use the camera patch to fix cam and flashlight issues. It just replaces the libraries. Flash any emui 8 compatible twrp with fastboot. Take a migrate backup in case.
Google Camera GO app works like a charm and is better than the stock one so I recommended using it.
Enjoy your phone!