Hi all,
I have searched on many threads on XDA and even other sources, but I can't find a solid answer, I don't like to create new threads, but in this case, I had to.
I am going to buy the Chinese variant of the OnePlus 8T, which is advertised to be shipped with Hydrogen OS. I have seen many guides and videos on how to switch to Oxygen OS and it seems very easy and straightforward.
My only concern is, that I will have to root the device (using this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...in-eu-us-kb2000-kb2001-kb2003-kb2005.4178675/ ) and I am unsure how to return the device to stock.
From what I have read, the KB2000 Chinese variant does give a crashdump error if you use the normal MSM Download tool made for the global devices to flash the Chinese variant, because it shipped with Hydrogen OS, and not Oxygen OS.
Now I read on this thread that this is the working version of the MSM Tool for the Chinese KB2000 Hydrogen OS devices.
A few people confirmed that this is indeed working, but I am importing this phone to South Africa, and just want some extra peace of mind before I make the purchase.
My apologies if someone feels I created this post unnecessarily, but I am willing to write a guide for the Chinese version on how to return it to stock to help somebody else out there.
I will truly appreciate it if somebody can shed some light on this thread.
Thanks a lot everyone!
333robbie333 said:
Hi all,
I have searched on many threads on XDA and even other sources, but I can't find a solid answer, I don't like to create new threads, but in this case, I had to.
I am going to buy the Chinese variant of the OnePlus 8T, which is advertised to be shipped with Hydrogen OS. I have seen many guides and videos on how to switch to Oxygen OS and it seems very easy and straightforward.
My only concern is, that I will have to root the device (using this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...in-eu-us-kb2000-kb2001-kb2003-kb2005.4178675/ ) and I am unsure how to return the device to stock.
From what I have read, the KB2000 Chinese variant does give a crashdump error if you use the normal MSM Download tool made for the global devices to flash the Chinese variant, because it shipped with Hydrogen OS, and not Oxygen OS.
Now I read on this thread that this is the working version of the MSM Tool for the Chinese KB2000 Hydrogen OS devices.
A few people confirmed that this is indeed working, but I am importing this phone to South Africa, and just want some extra peace of mind before I make the purchase.
My apologies if someone feels I created this post unnecessarily, but I am willing to write a guide for the Chinese version on how to return it to stock to help somebody else out there.
I will truly appreciate it if somebody can shed some light on this thread.
Thanks a lot everyone!
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To return to stock you can use latest HydrogenOS MSM or OxygenOS MSM tools or even flash unpacked firmware files directly from fastbootd.
Rootk1t said:
To return to stock you can use latest HydrogenOS MSM or OxygenOS MSM tools or even flash unpacked firmware files directly from fastbootd.
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Do you perhaps have a link for the HydrogenOS MSM Tool that is confirmed to be working?
333robbie333 said:
Do you perhaps have a link for the HydrogenOS MSM Tool that is confirmed to be working?
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https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675590014 or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-MwwMBiszDvAoCoqH1P5aZRaLvDFL_66/view
The difference is only in HOS version.
If your phone is made after march 2021, i suggest using latest one HOS MSM (google link).
Rootk1t said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675590014 or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-MwwMBiszDvAoCoqH1P5aZRaLvDFL_66/view
The difference is only in HOS version.
If your phone is made after march 2021, i suggest using latest one HOS MSM (google link).
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Thank you so much, so in short, it is possible to return the Chinese version to stock and I can basically buy the device without worry?
333robbie333 said:
Thank you so much, so in short, it is possible to return the Chinese version to stock and I can basically buy the device without worry?
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I think returning to stock HOS or OOS is not such a problem.
Look more precisely on other things like carrier support of chinese version (KB2000) in your country, especially if you're going to use 5G, because chinese version has different LTE/5G bands, so it may not reach max internet speed your carrier provides.
Rootk1t said:
I think returning to stock HOS or OOS is not such a problem.
Look more precisely on other things like carrier support of chinese version (KB2000) in your country, especially if you're going to use 5G, because chinese version has different LTE/5G bands, so it may not reach max internet speed your carrier provides.
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Thank you so much, I will be buying the device then. I appreciate your help!
Rootk1t said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675590014 or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-MwwMBiszDvAoCoqH1P5aZRaLvDFL_66/view
The difference is only in HOS version.
If your phone is made after march 2021, i suggest using latest one HOS MSM (google link).
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can you give me msmtool Hydrogen for 8 Pro?
Devar Bl3nd said:
can you give me msmtool Hydrogen for 8 Pro?
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Firmwares for 8 Pro are on 8 Pro subforum.
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Firmwares for 8 Pro are on 8 Pro subforum.
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i can't find MSMTool China Variant for 8 Pro in thread :'(
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I live in China so currently I can only buy this phone customized for China- no Google apps and only some local crappy app stores.
I know it's possible to install Google services/store etc. on Chinese phones, but would it be possible to just flash some stock "Western" ROM on it?
Are there any stock ROMs from OnePlus available for international versions?
How can I tell if the phone I'd be buying here is "flashable"- how can I check it at the store ?
There are all 3 versions available here (6/8/12GB ram)
Chinese version uses hytrogen OS, you can try flash oxygen OS(stock os on international version)through "local upgrade" .
Some personal experience:
I bought Chinese version too and I directly flashed zip in this thread through local upgrade, the OS changed to Oxygen OS as expected but Google play store somehow wasn't installed, so I factory reseted my phone, then everything works fine now.
Note: Chinese version got a system update after it was released if you performed that upgrade you may not able to flash oxygen os because version number(9.5.4) is higher on hytrogen os than on oxygen os(9.5.3).
Note 2: This thread provide 9.5.4 oxygen os now so if you already performed upgrade on hytrogen os you can try flash 9.5.4 oxgyen os.
Hi, I'd like to hop on this thread to ask a similar question.
So right now I'm in China and will stay for a few weeks. I've been wanting to get my habds on a 7 pro since I learned about it, and I'll be residing in S.Korea for the foreseeable future.
I have an option to purchase the device from the US official website and have an agency deliver it to me at my Korean address (I'm assuming the US version retails as the global version GM1917 I believe?). All in all it'll cost around $790.
Or I can purchase the cheaper, chinese version while I'm here and install the Oxygen OS on it as I'm told it's a rather simple procedure for Oneplus phones. I've never tried any sort of unlocking/bootloader/flash/custom rom stuff so I'm not entirely familiar with all this but it seems doable if i tread carefully.
The question that stands however, is whether or not there will be any difference at all between the two. I believe the Chinese model is named GM1910, I'm assuming there are some hardware differences like band support, but then again I can't find a clear answer on this. I've also heard that flashing the OOS might mean it wont be google play digital certified (not entirely sure if i got the name right or what it does) and I might encounter widevine issues. But then again I've seen people mention the hardware is the same so as long as I convert the OS it should work like a breeze as if it was the global version.
I'd appreciate any help and guidance in this matter. Also by flashing the OS would that mean I'd have to manually apply OTA patches whenever they're released? I'm not too concerned on warranty issues but if you guys have anything crucial I should keep in mind about it I'd be grateful for the help.
Thanks in advance.
Heniuro said:
I live in China so currently I can only buy this phone customized for China- no Google apps and only some local crappy app stores.
I know it's possible to install Google services/store etc. on Chinese phones, but would it be possible to just flash some stock "Western" ROM on it?
Are there any stock ROMs from OnePlus available for international versions?
How can I tell if the phone I'd be buying here is "flashable"- how can I check it at the store ?
There are all 3 versions available here (6/8/12GB ram)
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All version sold in china is "flashable", just pick up the specs/color you prefered.
For the switching the system from HOS(Chinese version) to OOS(global version), it's simple:
1. flash the newest Oxygen OS(GM21AA, for global version) through system update;
2. reboot to recovery;
3. wipe all data of your phone
Done.
For more details, you can check it out here(outside of xda, writen in Chinese): bbs.nga.cn/read.php?tid=17296199
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SteelMentos said:
Hi, I'd like to hop on this thread to ask a similar question.
So right now I'm in China and will stay for a few weeks. I've been wanting to get my habds on a 7 pro since I learned about it, and I'll be residing in S.Korea for the foreseeable future.
I have an option to purchase the device from the US official website and have an agency deliver it to me at my Korean address (I'm assuming the US version retails as the global version GM1917 I believe?). All in all it'll cost around $790.
Or I can purchase the cheaper, chinese version while I'm here and install the Oxygen OS on it as I'm told it's a rather simple procedure for Oneplus phones. I've never tried any sort of unlocking/bootloader/flash/custom rom stuff so I'm not entirely familiar with all this but it seems doable if i tread carefully.
The question that stands however, is whether or not there will be any difference at all between the two. I believe the Chinese model is named GM1910, I'm assuming there are some hardware differences like band support, but then again I can't find a clear answer on this. I've also heard that flashing the OOS might mean it wont be google play digital certified (not entirely sure if i got the name right or what it does) and I might encounter widevine issues. But then again I've seen people mention the hardware is the same so as long as I convert the OS it should work like a breeze as if it was the global version.
I'd appreciate any help and guidance in this matter. Also by flashing the OS would that mean I'd have to manually apply OTA patches whenever they're released? I'm not too concerned on warranty issues but if you guys have anything crucial I should keep in mind about it I'd be grateful for the help.
Thanks in advance.
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Widevine downgrading(L1 -> L3) happened when you unlock the bootloader. If you just get an chinese version OP7P, switching system from HOS to OOS, it's ok to do it through system update, while maintaining the widevine level.
After switching to OOS 9.5.3, my chinese version OP7P works pretty fine with all google service(except google pay, no environment to test it)
SteelMentos said:
Hi, I'd like to hop on this thread to ask a similar question.
So right now I'm in China and will stay for a few weeks. I've been wanting to get my habds on a 7 pro since I learned about it, and I'll be residing in S.Korea for the foreseeable future.
I have an option to purchase the device from the US official website and have an agency deliver it to me at my Korean address (I'm assuming the US version retails as the global version GM1917 I believe?). All in all it'll cost around $790.
Or I can purchase the cheaper, chinese version while I'm here and install the Oxygen OS on it as I'm told it's a rather simple procedure for Oneplus phones. I've never tried any sort of unlocking/bootloader/flash/custom rom stuff so I'm not entirely familiar with all this but it seems doable if i tread carefully.
The question that stands however, is whether or not there will be any difference at all between the two. I believe the Chinese model is named GM1910, I'm assuming there are some hardware differences like band support, but then again I can't find a clear answer on this. I've also heard that flashing the OOS might mean it wont be google play digital certified (not entirely sure if i got the name right or what it does) and I might encounter widevine issues. But then again I've seen people mention the hardware is the same so as long as I convert the OS it should work like a breeze as if it was the global version.
I'd appreciate any help and guidance in this matter. Also by flashing the OS would that mean I'd have to manually apply OTA patches whenever they're released? I'm not too concerned on warranty issues but if you guys have anything crucial I should keep in mind about it I'd be grateful for the help.
Thanks in advance.
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I'm not sure if there are any hardware difference between Chinese model and other model, but I'm sure Google play is still certified on Chinese model after flashing OOS. Widevine level won't change as long as you don't unlock bootloader and you won't need to unlock bootloader if you only want to flash OOS.
I used to have a Chinese version OnePlus 5, I flashed OOS on it and everything works pretty well for two years, OTA always works. I assume everything is the same on OnePlus 7 pro.
oo304oo said:
All version sold in china is "flashable", just pick up the specs/color you prefered.
For the switching the system from HOS(Chinese version) to OOS(global version), it's simple:
1. flash the newest Oxygen OS(GM21AA, for global version) through system update;
2. reboot to recovery;
3. wipe all data of your phone
Done.
For more details, you can check it out here(outside of xda, writen in Chinese): bbs.nga.cn/read.php?tid=17296199
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Hey, thanks for the reply! for some reason I can't quote the edited latter part of your post.
It's great to know its as simple as you said. But like I mentioned I'm quite new to all this so I hope you're fine that your answer also raised some questions for me.
So if there's no influence on widevine, why would people go the extra effort to unlock the bootloader? Isn't it primarily to flash a fresh ROM which would mean the end goal is basically the same is it not? Would my OS converted phone be any different to that of a bootloader unlocked one in regards to performing identical as a global version 7 pro?
Thanks so much for the help!
SteelMentos said:
Hey, thanks for the reply! for some reason I can't quote the edited latter part of your post.
It's great to know its as simple as you said. But like I mentioned I'm quite new to all this so I hope you're fine that your answer also raised some questions for me.
So if there's no influence on widevine, why would people go the extra effort to unlock the bootloader? Isn't it primarily to flash a fresh ROM which would mean the end goal is basically the same is it not? Would my OS converted phone be any different to that of a bootloader unlocked one in regards to performing identical as a global version 7 pro?
Thanks so much for the help!
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People unlock bootloader because they want to root their phone or flash third-party ROM. Bootloader has to be unlocked if you want to flash anything other than stock ROM or other stock things.
lzwhuhu said:
People unlock bootloader because they want to root their phone or flash third-party ROM. Bootloader has to be unlocked if you want to flash anything other than stock ROM or other stock things.
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Thanks you are amazing. I think I can safely go with the Chonese version. One last question though, would tweaking for VoLTE require any rooting?
SteelMentos said:
Thanks you are amazing. I think I can safely go with the Chonese version. One last question though, would tweaking for VoLTE require any rooting?
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Glad I can help.
If you're in China, I don't think you need to tweak anything to use VoLTE no matter which OS you're using (Hytrogen OS or Oxygen OS), there are three main telecom operators in China: CMCC, China Net and China Unicom.
CMCC already support VoLTE so if you're using CMCC's service your phone will enable VoLTE automatically once you plug in the SIM card and detected signal.
China Net added support for VoLTE very recently, so VoLTE should be automatically enabled too once you plug in a China Net's SIM card, but I'm not sure about this because I'm not using any China Net's service.
China Unicom does not support VoLTE until June 1st 2019, you won't be able to use VoLTE till then in any method if you are using China Unicom's service (Google Fi and some international roaming use China Unicom's service so no VoLTE for Google Fi and those roaming yet)
Dual VoLTE with dual SIM should work too, I'm using CMCC and China Unicom dual sim and VoLTE icon on my status bar have a "1" next to it(VoLTE1), I think there will be a VoLTE2 after China Unicom support VoLTE.
I know little about these Telecom operators things outside of China, but I think Oxygen OS support most country's VoLTE service as long as their Telecom operators support VoLTE.
I'm new here, my op7 pro is on the way to me, I'm in China too, so I should unbox it, do not upgrade, download the oxygen os and flash it directly? Than I'll get a "global version" op 7 pro, will it work?
Hi Oneplus Community!
I have some questions before buying Oneplus 7 tomorrow.
• I'll be getting the GM1900 which is Chinese Model but the seller said that it has already been flashed to OxygenOS, I will not encounter any update issue or update will be delay right if I'll get this one?
• Banking Apps should work fine after flashing OxygenOS to GM1900 model? or it will not work because of root or unlock bootloader? (I'm really sorry since I don't have any information about these)
• I'll be upgrading from Galaxy S8+ to Oneplus 7 will there be a huge difference in daily usage performance?
I can't get the Global version in my country(Philippines) because it is not officially released here and in the future once it will be released it will be troublesome to get one because in my region they don't stock Oneplus that much. So I'll be getting the Chinese Model to a non-official store in my place.
Hello my friend!
Last year when OnePlus released the android Pie HydrogenOS for the OnePlus 5T (the chinese version of the OS), there were some problems with the device. No Playstore installed, some firmware issues (force closed etc not necessarily related to the beta) and also there weren't any google apps (easy to install though). We had to install TWRP to install the HydrogenOS beta, root the device, unlock the bootloader etc.
Why am i telling you these? Because probably they will send you a device with unlocked bootloader etc (I said probably, not sure ). So you will have to ask them how the installed the firmware.
Yes. The OP7 is a beast. I got mine yesterday and it's a great device. Once you get a OnePlus you will not buy another phone, trust me on this one.
Wait some days to see if the oneplus becomes official to your country too and also ask the retailer those information so that you can be sure that the device you are about to buy is not messed up
DaRk-L0rD said:
Hello my friend!
Last year when OnePlus released the android Pie HydrogenOS for the OnePlus 5T (the chinese version of the OS), there were some problems with the device. No Playstore installed, some firmware issues (force closed etc not necessarily related to the beta) and also there weren't any google apps (easy to install though). We had to install TWRP to install the HydrogenOS beta, root the device, unlock the bootloader etc.
Why am i telling you these? Because probably they will send you a device with unlocked bootloader etc (I said probably, not sure ). So you will have to ask them how the installed the firmware.
Yes. The OP7 is a beast. I got mine yesterday and it's a great device. Once you get a OnePlus you will not buy another phone, trust me on this one.
Wait some days to see if the oneplus becomes official to your country too and also ask the retailer those information so that you can be sure that the device you are about to buy is not messed up
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Oh that is very scary since I'm not that expert on the customization of android how can I check the bootloader status if its unlock or not?
Lastly, even if they flash OxygenOS from HydrogenOS updating it to the next OS will make my device revert its OS to the original and default for GM1900 which is HydrogenOS? Please enlighten me. They are claiming that it is a Global ROM btw.
Thank you for the heads up!
cheschanco said:
Oh that is very scary since I'm not that expert on the customization of android how can I check the bootloader status if its unlock or not?
Lastly, even if they flash OxygenOS from HydrogenOS updating it to the next OS will make my device revert its OS to the original and default for GM1900 which is HydrogenOS? Please enlighten me. They are claiming that it is a Global ROM btw.
Thank you for the heads up!
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Well, you can't check it until you have the device. It could be the Global ROM but i think that they have to make some changes in order to modify it. No, it won't revert to the HydrogenOS after installing an update afaik.
How much does it cost? There isn't another retailer or another online shop from where you can buy the European model?
DaRk-L0rD said:
Well, you can't check it until you have the device. It could be the Global ROM but i think that they have to make some changes in order to modify it. No, it won't revert to the HydrogenOS after installing an update afaik.
How much does it cost? There isn't another retailer or another online shop from where you can buy the European model?
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It costs ₱25,990 or around 500 USD pretty cheap though yeah this store I'm going to get one is somehow popular here in my location they offer products that the official market doesn't. If I have to wait for the official Oneplus 7 in my country my estimate will be in September or October if they are going to release it in my country even the 7 Pro was officially launched here in the Philippines, our authorized seller(Store A) in my place of Oneplus doesn't even have the stock of Oneplus 7 Pro they say it will be arriving mid or late July (sucks) so its really hard in my situation right now to get an official one they only offer a Oneplus 6T right now which costs around 550 USD. So I have to get the Oneplus 7 on the (Store B) who is selling the GM1900 model which is modified to OxygenOS. Btw these chinese model are also popular here in my country because it is cheaper than the official one around 10-30% price difference (base on our oneplus community facebook group). Only bad thing if I get from (Store B) is that they only offer 3 months warranty and if it is bound for replacement they are going to send it back and have it diagnose before they will give me a replacement hopefully I won't get there.
Will work fine, same hardware and bands as in EU version. Using China 256/8GB version in EU, no issues at all.
If you want the european one then order it to an european country and then use this service. https://www.parcl.com/ (if products are not available to order in your country yet, just order to this companys hq from some EU country and they will ship it to you)
Hey @cheschanco I don't know whether you have made your decision of not, if they have already installed Oxygen is, you can get the device. Don't worry about bootloader lock/unlock it doesn't have to do anything with updates unless you are rooted. If you still want locked bootloader there is simple command for that and is one step process you don't have to be an expert for that.
Although you will still receive all the oos updates nevertheless. Now coming to the device. This has by far the best device OnePlus has made in terms of price and performance. Camera quality is identical to op7pro - wide angle. Just go for it.
DevilRockr said:
Hey @cheschanco I don't know whether you have made your decision of not, if they have already installed Oxygen is, you can get the device. Don't worry about bootloader lock/unlock it doesn't have to do anything with updates unless you are rooted. If you still want locked bootloader there is simple command for that and is one step process you don't have to be an expert for that.
Although you will still receive all the oos updates nevertheless. Now coming to the device. This has by far the best device OnePlus has made in terms of price and performance. Camera quality is identical to op7pro - wide angle. Just go for it.
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I already got the device and yes it comes with OxygenOS with it. I guess I will not mess with those settings anymore anyway is it ok to keep the factory OS which is 9.5.2 I'm still hesitating to update because of some bugs and battery drain according to other users and with my current OS I don't notice any bugs so I'm going to stick with this one. Yeah correct huge improvement specially in gaming performance compare to my S8+ looks like a 150% difference.
cheschanco said:
I already got the device and yes it comes with OxygenOS with it. I guess I will not mess with those settings anymore anyway is it ok to keep the factory OS which is 9.5.2 I'm still hesitating to update because of some bugs and battery drain according to other users and with my current OS I don't notice any bugs so I'm going to stick with this one. Yeah correct huge improvement specially in gaming performance compare to my S8+ looks like a 150% difference.
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I am 9.5.5 and there are no such bugs, battery is 1 full day on moderate usage.
DevilRockr said:
I am 9.5.5 and there are no such bugs, battery is 1 full day on moderate usage.
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I see! Have you noticed any device improvement from 9.5.2 to 9.5.5?
cheschanco said:
I see! Have you noticed any device improvement from 9.5.2 to 9.5.5?
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Yepp huge improvement camera is now identical to OP7 pro
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Yepp huge improvement camera is now identical to OP7 pro
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I see! I thought the huge camera update was on 9.5.8 and 9.5.5 still have bugs but thats on OP7P
cheschanco said:
I see! I thought the huge camera update was on 9.5.8 and 9.5.5 still have bugs but thats on OP7P
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The versions are different for the Pro and non Pro. 9.5.5 non Pro firmware is the same camera update that was released in 9.5.7 Pro firmware.
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fr0d0#2 said:
The versions are different for the Pro and non Pro. 9.5.5 non Pro firmware is the same camera update that was released in 9.5.7 Pro firmware.
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Where can I compare these version from OP7 and OP7P do you have any link?
https://www.oneplus.com/uk/support/softwareupgrade
https://piunikaweb.com/2019/06/27/oneplus-7-series-7-7-pro-7-pro-5g-software-update-index/
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cheschanco said:
• Banking Apps should work fine after flashing OxygenOS to GM1900 model? or it will not work because of root or unlock bootloader? (I'm really sorry since I don't have any information about these)
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There are no issues with banking apps provided you don't root. If you do root, then there are still workarounds.
fr0d0#2 said:
https://www.oneplus.com/uk/support/softwareupgrade
https://piunikaweb.com/2019/06/27/oneplus-7-series-7-7-pro-7-pro-5g-software-update-index/
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Thanks!! These links are very helpful btw I would like to ask if this piunikaweb is updating once there are new update for Oneplus 7 and 7 Pro devices in the future? Since I'm going to bookmark that webpage.
moi123 said:
There are no issues with banking apps provided you don't root. If you do root, then there are still workarounds.
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Already got the device few days ago and yes banking apps are working. Thanks for the headsup about how rooting our device will affect banking apps.
cheschanco said:
Thanks!! These links are very helpful btw I would like to ask if this piunikaweb is updating once there are new update for Oneplus 7 and 7 Pro devices in the future? Since I'm going to bookmark that webpage.
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Get the oxygen updater app
https://oxygenupdater.com/
You get notified of updates even those not available locally to you
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Hi all,
I'm thinking of purchasing a OnePlus 8T Chinese edition here in the UAE as it is much cheaper. However, I'm concerned with whether the software will be the same as the international units. Hence I want to update to the latest non-Chinese edition. I believe the Chinese editions come with HydrogenOS which I don't want. My question is will I be able to update my phone to the latest version of Oxygen OS if I buy the phone? If yes, could you please tell me how? I know I have to find the stock ROM for a different region and flash the device. But I've searched everywhere I could think of: the official OnePlus site doesn't provide a version as it has with other models yet, and I couldn't find any 3rd party link either. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Vortex321 said:
Hi all,
I'm thinking of purchasing a OnePlus 8T Chinese edition here in the UAE as it is much cheaper. However, I'm concerned with whether the software will be the same as the international units. Hence I want to update to the latest non-Chinese edition. I believe the Chinese editions come with HydrogenOS which I don't want. My question is will I be able to update my phone to the latest version of Oxygen OS if I buy the phone? If yes, could you please tell me how? I know I have to find the stock ROM for a different region and flash the device. But I've searched everywhere I could think of: the official OnePlus site doesn't provide a version as it has with other models yet, and I couldn't find any 3rd party link either. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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Hi,
Did you buy the Chinese variant? Did you manage to install Oxygen OS?
Vortex321 said:
Hi all,
I'm thinking of purchasing a OnePlus 8T Chinese edition here in the UAE as it is much cheaper. However, I'm concerned with whether the software will be the same as the international units. Hence I want to update to the latest non-Chinese edition. I believe the Chinese editions come with HydrogenOS which I don't want. My question is will I be able to update my phone to the latest version of Oxygen OS if I buy the phone? If yes, could you please tell me how? I know I have to find the stock ROM for a different region and flash the device. But I've searched everywhere I could think of: the official OnePlus site doesn't provide a version as it has with other models yet, and I couldn't find any 3rd party link either. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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The 8T I bought was listed as Chinese but came with OOS (KB05AA) installed and I've had no issues updating it. It's model number is KB2000.
Vortex321 said:
But I've searched everywhere I could think of: the official OnePlus site doesn't provide a version as it has with other models yet, and I couldn't find any 3rd party link either.
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[OnePlus 8T][ROM][OTA][Oxygen OS] Repo of Oxygen OS Builds
Added 11.0.5.6 KB05AA full zip from support website to OP
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[OP8T][OOS KB05AA/BA/DA] Unbrick tool to restore your device to OxygenOS
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I have a CPH2025 running CW though I purchased it from Amazon UK and can confirm it's Unlocked Network wise, is there no way of flashing just a Global CPH2025 to it so I'm able to get updates quicker?
Nope
There's a flashing tool used by Oppo, Realme and OnePlus phones called MSN Download Tool.
It's what they use internally and there are always leaked / cracked versions available for OnePlus, but not so much Oppo. IF you managed to find the right version you could in theory change your software version. You'd need the tool and .ofp file (which is the full firmware).
I have a couple of cracked versions of the tool and OFP files that I stumbled across when trying to convert my Chinese version to global, but not willing to try on my CPH2025 in case I brick it (plus I have the global version so nothing to gain by doing so). Sure Oppo would reflash under warranty if you could be bothered with the inconvenience of not having a phone for a week.
klanbo78 said:
There's a flashing tool used by Oppo, Realme and OnePlus phones called MSN Download Tool.
It's what they use internally and there are always leaked / cracked versions available for OnePlus, but not so much Oppo. IF you managed to find the right version you could in theory change your software version. You'd need the tool and .ofp file (which is the full firmware).
I have a couple of cracked versions of the tool and OFP files that I stumbled across when trying to convert my Chinese version to global, but not willing to try on my CPH2025 in case I brick it (plus I have the global version so nothing to gain by doing so). Sure Oppo would reflash under warranty if you could be bothered with the inconvenience of not having a phone for a week.
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is there a way to get colouros 11? on the global version somehow by flashing using this tool?
dominicstg2 said:
is there a way to get colouros 11? on the global version somehow by flashing using this tool?
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Unlikely, there are only a few leaked versions of the full firmware, I have found A14 and A29, as ColorOS 11 isn't even out yet is say there is zero chance of getting a leaked version that someone has cracked.... Just have to wait.
It is actually possible to change to global! I put a small tutorial up on Twitter to show you how to do it.
Adam_Conway said:
It is actually possible to change to global! I put a small tutorial up on Twitter to show you how to do it.
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Hey! Which region did you choose exacly and what was your software version before you got coloros 11?
Mitar00 said:
Hey! Which region did you choose exacly and what was your software version before you got coloros 11?
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Singapore! It's in green in the screenshot. I was on global before switching.
Adam_Conway said:
Singapore! It's in green in the screenshot. I was on global before switching.
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Thanks! I changed to singapore but it says that the a.46 is the latest version. How did you manage to get the OTA? Thanks in advance!
Mitar00 said:
Thanks! I changed to singapore but it says that the a.46 is the latest version. How did you manage to get the OTA? Thanks in advance!
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It came in instantly for myself and a friend when I switched to Singapore. I guess just leave it for a while?
Adam_Conway said:
It came in instantly for myself and a friend when I switched to Singapore. I guess just leave it for a while?
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Okay, I will. Were you on a.46 before the update?
Mitar00 said:
Okay, I will. Were you on a.46 before the update?
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Hy and do you have successfully updated to ColorOs 11 ??
PrinceLc said:
Hy and do you have successfully updated to ColorOs 11 ??
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No, my phone says that the a.46 is the latest firmware :/
Mitar00 said:
Okay, I will. Were you on a.46 before the update?
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I don't know sorry, I hadn't used my Find X2 Pro in a while.
Adam_Conway said:
Singapore! It's in green in the screenshot. I was on global before switching.
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If i want to return to global which one i should select?
Adam_Conway said:
It is actually possible to change to global! I put a small tutorial up on Twitter to show you how to do it.
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Does it factory reset the phone? How is 4g/5g performance when you switch regions? I imagine Singapore would use different bands... And how does it look with Google Pay, certifications, Widevine etc?
Update: Never mind, tried it, the *# code is actually for a realme device, can't find one specific to Find X2 or X2 Pro, and have no idea if there is a way to extract a list of those secret codes from the device itself...
bartek45 said:
Does it factory reset the phone? How is 4g/5g performance when you switch regions? I imagine Singapore would use different bands... And how does it look with Google Pay, certifications, Widevine etc?
Update: Never mind, tried it, the *# code is actually for a realme device, can't find one specific to Find X2 or X2 Pro, and have no idea if there is a way to extract a list of those secret codes from the device itself...
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The *# works on the Find X2 Pro. It's not Realme-specific. Google Pay still works for me and didn't notice any mobile data difference. No factory reset either
I've tried and it works. Changed the region a few times, tried Singapore, UK, then the multi-language E - all worked fine. It even disabled and enabled region specificNone of them have me a ColorOS 11 update though which is why I was doing it.
However, I changed to Thailand True and now this procedure doesn't work. Now stuck on Thailand ?. My fault for playing too much!
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The *# works on the Find X2 Pro. It's not Realme-specific. Google Pay still works for me and didn't notice any mobile data difference. No factory reset either
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Damn I must be unlucky. Will be stuck on .46 CPW for ever :/
Adam_Conway said:
It is actually possible to change to global! I put a small tutorial up on Twitter to show you how to do it.
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Thanks for the post Adam, you've made a lot of people very happy. This change in regional settings had enabled people to get ColorOS 11 early, replace carrier specific software for a more generic version, get features like the Theme Store and call recording working and even opened up the possibility of having dual SIM on a single SIM variant!
Cheers buddy! ?
I have a one plus 9 5g. I want to root my phone but can't find any discussions. Anybody deal with this phone that can give some input.
What Carrier do you have? AT&T for sure won't work with 5G in the USA.
Root OnePlus 9
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Follow the payload dumper method.
I'm in the us. Right now I'm with TMobile., But Im looking to change. I also dug around the site a little and discovered where I can get answers and ask questions
Thank you to the ones who replied I have rooted my phone. On the first try.
So, here's another one. Now I want to partition out my Android os oxygen 11.2. and install a working windows 10 os. Can't be done?
Markelsey said:
Thank you to the ones who replied I have rooted my phone. On the first try.
So, here's another one. Now I want to partition out my Android os oxygen 11.2. and install a working windows 10 os. Can't be done?
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On A-B device and very limited if any custom recovery. Not very likely. And as you can see this device in particular is getting lot less attention then the pro version. You may however find a little more help in telegram groups. But not much more.