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How to disable Verizon's OTA updates

I'm sure there are some frustrated Incredible owners here that are upset after the last OTA update and really don't want to go through this again until they know for sure what is in the update, so I did some searching and found out how to disable future updates in your Dinc. I understand that you don't have to run the update but the constant nagging from the update and waiting for the solution to disable it is frustrating so. I found this on CDMA GURUS
Edit: 11/26/11 This new method comes from iowabowtech and so far this has worked. Thank you iowabowtech!
-Open Root Explorer and make sure you're mounted as Read/Write.
-Navigate to /system and long press on build.prop, then select the "Open in text editor" option and look for a similar line that specifically includes the xxxxxx:/user. Edit that line to this:
ro.build.fingerprint=verizon_wwe/inc/inc/inc:2.3.4/GRJ22/222219:user/release-keys
This should make the phone think it's up to date. That said though, I doubt there will be any more updates to this phone.
Alternate method
This method had been known to make the data run constantly so I suggest that you freeze your downloads with a program called "anttek". If you go to download something to your phone, you will have to unfreeze downloads first. This seems to improve battery life also.
To turn OFF future OTA updates, there is a file in the /system/etc/security folder. The file is named "otacerts.zip". Rename it "otacerts.zip.bak", or whatever you want. That will prevent future updates.
You can change that filename using ADB, the root explorer app, or a terminal emulator app of choice right on your DROID. I use root explorer because it is easy and fast. But that's just me...
Using Root Explorer... If you are using Root Explorer to do this and it says "the file system is read only" Just touch the white button at the top that says "mount r/w" and then try it again.
If you are here trying to figure out how to disable the notification for the update you already have (for Froyo) but have not installed yet, then that's in another thread. Here it is... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=836120

thanks for the tip! i tried using root explorer like you, but its telling me the .zip (and anything pertaining to security folder for that matter) is read only and denying me access to rename. how'd you get past this?

heathhandsome said:
thanks for the tip! i tried using root explorer like you, but its telling me the .zip (and anything pertaining to security folder for that matter) is read only and denying me access to rename. how'd you get past this?
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You have to click the Mount R/W up in the top right

heathhandsome said:
thanks for the tip! i tried using root explorer like you, but its telling me the .zip (and anything pertaining to security folder for that matter) is read only and denying me access to rename. how'd you get past this?
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Not a problem!

Thanks for the tip..quick and easy!
Sent from my ADR6300 using XDA App

BigEaredMonkey said:
Thanks for the tip..quick and easy!
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Yep! I haven't had any notifications for an update at all! Just gotta get this in before the update reaches you.

any other methods to do this? I dont have RE or ADB. Can I use astro? Sorry noob here
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TokedUp said:
any other methods to do this? I dont have RE or ADB. Can I use astro? Sorry noob here
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If you are new to this, then the easiest way to do this is with Root Explorer. It's only a few bucks and it is WELL WORTH IT!!! You can do so many things with RE.

This could come in handy right about now.

Thanks for the tip!

TokedUp said:
any other methods to do this? I dont have RE or ADB. Can I use astro? Sorry noob here
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Another noob asks: adb is free, right? (or Android Commander for windows) I want to save my precious bucks to donate to ROM authors.
ps. OP is 2010--seems like the 2011 fix is the same. Correct?

ADB is free. Since I can't post links, if you Google "what is adb and how to install it" the first hit should be an addictivetips article that got me started.
As for a free app that will do the job right on the phone, ES File Explorer is free and works well for me.

So this is definitely useful, except there are threads that claim this messes with battery life as the phone will continually download the update, it will fail whatever check otacerts.zip does, and try again.
- http://androidforums.com/droid-all-things-root/60085-otacerts-zip-bak-will-drain-battery-life.html
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=700577
This says it didn't block a recent OTA on the Thunderbolt:
http://teambamf.net/showthread.php/2571-Does-renaming-otacerts.zip-block-ota
If I keep ignoring for now, will it come to a point where VZW can force the push and mess up my root?

So just for clarification, does this prevent it from downloading the update or just prevent it from notifying you?

americalexander said:
So just for clarification, does this prevent it from downloading the update or just prevent it from notifying you?
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It prevents the download. The post up above says that your phone will try to download the update over and over if you rename the otacerts and I have actually experienced this. I downloaded an app called "anttek" and fixed this issue by freezing downloads. Whenever I go to download something, I have to unfreeze downloads but that is no big deal because I hardly ever download anything to my phone. Also, I have experienced better battery life with the downloads frozen, up time is at 18 hours and I still have 25% battery left on a standard battery.

ejdavis72 said:
It prevents the download. The post up above says that your phone will try to download the update over and over if you rename the otacerts and I have actually experienced this. I downloaded an app called "anttek" and fixed this issue by freezing downloads. Whenever I go to download something, I have to unfreeze downloads but that is no big deal because I hardly ever download anything to my phone. Also, I have experienced better battery life with the downloads frozen, up time is at 18 hours and I still have 25% battery left on a standard battery.
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Surely there is a better solution than this. As it stands I can't use my AOSP rom (inc deck) because of the constant battery drain induced by the constant downloading. I dont find the above solution a compelling one, and considering there's no real way to accept an update on AOSP roms it looks like I'm going back to sense for now.
Sent from my Droid Incredible using the XDA app.

Div033 said:
Surely there is a better solution than this. As it stands I can't use my AOSP rom (inc deck) because of the constant battery drain induced by the constant downloading. I dont find the above solution a compelling one, and considering there's no real way to accept an update on AOSP roms it looks like I'm going back to sense for now.
Sent from my Droid Incredible using the XDA app.
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I'm sure there is a better solution, but I don't know it.

-Open Root Explorer and make sure you're mounted as Read/Write.
-Navigate to /system and long press on build.prop, then select the "Open in text editor" option and look for a similar line that specifically includes the xxxxxx:/user. Edit that line to this:
ro.build.fingerprint=verizon_wwe/inc/inc/inc:2.3.4/GRJ22/222219:user/release-keys
This should make the phone think it's up to date. That said though, I doubt there will be any more updates to this phone.

thanks! wish I'd read this about 4 days ago!

I am using Redemption ROM 2.3 and changing that line did nothing for me. I still get the nag. I've rebooted twice and dismissed the update at least 10 times.
Anyone?

Update Notifications

Hey guys. I know that there is an available atrix update, but I don't want to update. Att keeps sending me annoying messages to update. How do I get this to stop?
Sent from my MB860 using XDA App

rjohnstone said:
It's easy to block the update if you don't want to lose root and also want to get rid of the annoying messages.
Just rename the otacerts.zip and cacerts.bks certs in system/etc/security.
The update will download (you must let it download), but fail the auth check and not install.
This also turns off the reminder notifications.
Easily reversible if you want to get updates later.
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I have the same problem. It tells me I don't have permission to rename the files when I try. And I can't find them using my PC.

I have the same problem. It tells me I don't have permission to rename the files when I try. And I can't find them using my PC.
NVM. AS I POST THIS, Root explorer has decided to kick ass and rename it when I click the "Mount R/w" button at the top.

glad i saw this, i was going to ask the same question. thanks

Thank you for the tip. It works.

Another way of doing it is to freze updater 2.2.1 and upgrade app 2.2.1 with tit backup. Or so i've read
I tried that my self and it seems to work. I aint sure if the freze stick or not if booting though...

weird, i downloaded it but never installed it. i changed those two files posted above and it still just gave me the install screen of if i want to install now or later

apolloms said:
weird, i downloaded it but never installed it. i changed those two files posted above and it still just gave me the install screen of if i want to install now or later
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Try my method if you're rooted. Works! I haven't got any prompts about doing anything after freezing the apps.

jange said:
Another way of doing it is to freze updater 2.2.1 and upgrade app 2.2.1 with tit backup. Or so i've read
I tried that my self and it seems to work. I aint sure if the freze stick or not if booting though...
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It worked for me. The warning disapeared.

Download antek app manager its free. Then freeze com.Motorola. blur.updater. or look for updater and freeze that.
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I want to update but I didnt get any notice. I was also beta tester but didnt get any update either. I flash sbf and ran system updater but nothing still.

[How to] Make a copy of your OTA update file (for backup/testing purposes)

Hi Everyone,
It was brought to my attention that there really isn't a clear explanation anywhere (as far as I know) on how to capture an OTA update file once you've downloaded it (for backup and/or testing purposes of course). So I've decided to write up this brief and simple "How to guide".
1. You need a rooted device
2. You'll need to download and install root explorer or Super Manager
3. Go ahead and download the OTA update BUT once downloaded DO NOT INSTALL yet, hit your back button or simply tap install later.
4. Open root explorer and navigate to the folder that says cache.
5. You'll see the OTA update file in there tap and hold then select copy.
6. Paste file to your external sd card (from there you'll be able to move it to your PC or where ever.
7. Since you have now successfully made a copy of your update (purley for backup purposes of course) navigate to your settings>about phone>system update and this will bring back the option to install the update
Any questions or suggestions I would be more than willing to answer or make edits to the OP if anyone sees a step I skipped or missed
Thanks to DarkRyoushii for the idea
Thanks dLo GSR for the super manager suggestion
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Thanks! If I see an OTA message popup anytime soon I'll make sure to back it up before installing..

DarkRyoushii said:
Thanks! If I see an OTA message popup anytime soon I'll make sure to back it up before installing..
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Hopefully that user with the dev device that received a 1.75 update (claims) hspa is enabled can push that update out to all of us...
Sent from my MB860 using Tapatalk

BBock9 said:
Hopefully that user with the dev device that received a 1.75 update (claims) hspa is enabled can push that update out to all of us...
Sent from my MB860 using Tapatalk
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he won't, he said he's said too much already :/

For those too cheap to buy root explorer, this can be done using ADB as well, right?
Might be good to post up instructions using that too

DarkRyoushii said:
he won't, he said he's said too much already :/
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Smells like BS then..if he said too much he would have known what was going on with his device....
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Just checked... nothing for me so far.

cool, i heard a new prerelease update should come

if you don't want to buy root explorer, Super Manager is a good free app as well.

So it just like nandroid ?
Its a full back up of the system? (ghost?)
Its only make a backup of the update? no backup of the system?
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OH, its backup the Update that available.
but how do i make a nandroid ? without a recovery..

step 1. get a recovery.
step 2. make nandroid.
:3
I'm sorry that was mean, I honestly don't know if its possible without a recovery though :S

Ok, I receive the 1.75 message and did the steps. There were two files in the cache folder and I copy the most recent one. I hope it is what we are looking for.

jwgallardo said:
Ok, I receive the 1.75 message and did the steps. There were two files in the cache folder and I copy the most recent one. I hope it is what we are looking for.
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DID YOU SIGN UP FOR THE BETA?! If yes, please remove it and respect the NDA that you agreed too. We are trying to set a good example at xda by respecting motorola, regardless if it helps us get a bootloader solution earlier. :/
If you didn't sign up and just got the update randomly.. I'm amazed XD

jwgallardo said:
Ok, I receive the 1.75 message and did the steps. There were two files in the cache folder and I copy the most recent one. I hope it is what we are looking for.
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what area do you live in, where you running .26 or .57, did the update pop up or did you check for it manually? Also I don't believe that to be the update. They're usually zip files and the .57 update was around 17mb... weird if that was your only file

he said that there was 2 files but he only grabbed the latest one.. so I'm assuming he only picked up the market.apk (probably from a market update) instead of the .zip

I live in Mexico. I have an unlocked Atrix. I need to be rooted because I use the hotspot app a lot. I didn't sign up any beta or NDA. I just received an OTA message to update to 1.75 two or three days ago. I haven't do that until I'm sure I can continue rooted. If there is anything else I can try please let me know. The other file is not too much different of this one.
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jwgallardo said:
I live in Mexico. I have an unlocked Atrix. I need to be rooted because I use the hotspot app a lot. I didn't sign up any beta or NDA. I just received an OTA message to update to 1.75 two or three days ago. I haven't do that until I'm sure I can continue rooted. If there is anything else I can try please let me know. The other file is not too much different of this one.
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as previously mentioned in another thread, press okay and let it download, it will then say install now or install later. YOU MUST CLICK INSTALL LATER. then you can goto the cache file and just incase you get the wrong thing, copy EVERYTHING from the cache folder like instructed in the OP of this thread.

1.75 Update
jwgallardo said:
Ok, I receive the 1.75 message and did the steps. There were two files in the cache folder and I copy the most recent one. I hope it is what we are looking for.
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Anybody try this file, when I go to install it, it says it wants to overwrite a system file?

i tried actrully, it didnt work at all.
Infact, i dont see any changes. Mine still says 1.57

[Q] Disable Automatic Update on LG G2 Stock

Whenever LG releases new update on LG G2, the phone starts downloading the update without user's consent. At times there are users who do not wish to update and do not want to have 100s of MBs downloaded.
LG G Flex has an option to disable automatic update, but LG G2 doesn't have it.
I'm working on disabling it and would appreciate any input or suggestion.

Disillusioned said:
Whenever LG releases new update on LG G2, the phone starts downloading the update without user's consent. At times there are users who do not wish to update and do not want to have 100s of MBs downloaded.
LG G Flex has an option to disable automatic update, but LG G2 doesn't have it.
I'm working on disabling it and would appreciate any input or suggestion.
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If you have rooted your phone, you can install titanium backup and search for "lgota" in the app list, then freeze the app shown.

Disillusioned said:
Whenever LG releases new update on LG G2, the phone starts downloading the update without user's consent. At times there are users who do not wish to update and do not want to have 100s of MBs downloaded.
LG G Flex has an option to disable automatic update, but LG G2 doesn't have it.
I'm working on disabling it and would appreciate any input or suggestion.
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...or you can do this.
If rooted, use a file manager like Root Explorer, go to System/Etc/Security, (mount R/W) and rename otacerts.zip to otacerts.zip.bak
Reboot phone and you'll be fine.

drftb said:
If you have rooted your phone, you can install titanium backup and search for "lgota" in the app list, then freeze the app shown.
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Thanks for the reply. I already did that but the phone would still download the updates.
LordLugard said:
...or you can do this.
If rooted, use a file manager like Root Explorer, go to System/Etc/Security, (mount R/W) and rename otacerts.zip to otacerts.zip.bak
Reboot phone and you'll be fine.
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I will give it a shot, thanks for the heads up.

I have a ls995 flex and its rooted...
it keeps on auto updating...
after every 2-3 days phone is downloading 641MB of data under "update LG software"...
and consuming alot of data..
how can i stop it. i have tried above mention trick but no success...
its really irritating..
I am on 4.2.2 rooted and sim unlocked with "ls980SIMunlockFinal"
please reply at the earliest...
thanks..

sydvikki said:
I have a ls995 flex and its rooted...
it keeps on auto updating...
after every 2-3 days phone is downloading 641MB of data under "update LG software"...
and consuming alot of data..
how can i stop it. i have tried above mention trick but no success...
its really irritating..
I am on 4.2.2 rooted and sim unlocked with "ls980SIMunlockFinal"
please reply at the earliest...
thanks..
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ls995 is not G2 right?
but i think installing some app like titanium and freezing an app called "lgupdate" or "lgupdate service" (or even "lgfota" ) will help with this on any LG (can't remember the exact name since i've removed it a long time ago)

60nine said:
ls995 is not G2 right?
but i think installing some app like titanium and freezing an app called "lgupdate" or "lgupdate service" (or even "lgfota" ) will help with this on any LG (can't remember the exact name since i've removed it a long time ago)
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yeah u r right my frnd i have tried almost every trick but today it again started downloading the update...

I can disable autoupdate and notifications from the menu in d802 stock for lg apps and fw
Sent from my nexus 4 running 4.4 kit kat

guys its again downloaded 641MB. huh.
what to do please help....
tried everyeach thing...

sydvikki said:
guys its again downloaded 641MB. huh.
what to do please help....
tried everyeach thing...
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You can try this (thank's @autoprime)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/development/psa-stop-taking-ota-updates-update-t2909412
(see How-To Block and Remove OTA Updates section):
autoprime said:
Block
Open LG Hidden Menu (3845#*851#) --> WLAN Test --> OTA Setting --> Disable
*Replace "851" with your devices model number, 850, 852, 855 etc.
OR you can use a RootExplorer-type app to find the OTA related APK and rename the file to ____.apk.bak or use Titanium Backup to freeze.
Verizon users: Click HERE to read about getting the HiddenMenu working. LG Hidden Menu --> Wi-Fi setting -LG --> OTA Setting --> Disable
Due to not actually having this menu by default.. the safest way to disable OTA may be to delete or rename the APK files related to OTA.
Sprint users: 5689#*990# but the HiddenMenu is most likely limited. Use the adb commands below instead.
If HiddenMenu view has been limited you can use the command below to bring up the OTA disable menu.
Code:
Code:
adb shell
su
am start com.lge.hiddenmenu/.wlan_service.wifi_ota_buttons
Remove OTA Update(and notification)
If an OTA notification is on your device you most likely already have the OTA file on your phone. If rooted, you can remove the OTA files and get rid of that annoying notification.
Updates are found in the /cache/ folder on your phone. Using a RootExplorer-type app(or ES File Explorer) browse to the root of your phone(NOT the root of your internal storage, /sdcard/, but the actual phone). If using ES File Explorer you may have to use the "show hidden files" option and grant the app root. You will see the update .zip file in cache if you did everything correctly. If no one has already uploaded the OTA zip.. copy the update to your sdcard and then upload for everyone else. Now delete the zip file from /cache/.
Deleting the file in /cache/ will get rid of the OTA but will not get rid of the notification. To get rid of notification:
1. Pull the notification shade down on your phone
2. Long press on the OTA notification until you see the App Info option pop up.
3. Click App Info and uncheck the Show Notifications box.
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thanks guys
Thanks guys. I did everything u guys suggested. But today again 641 mb data was downloaded. Wtf....
Can anyone guide me how to update it to kitkat MANUALLY. i have LS995 running on 4.2.2

plz help guys...

Problem solved... i threw my phone on the wall...

Delete firmware update notification (B161Full)

Hey guys,
I have a rooted phone with twrp and xposed. The problem is that I become since today notifications that a firmware update is available. I dont want to go through the rooting process again (since I am waiting for CM13 anyway). So how can I delete the notification? It is quite annoying. Thanks to all.

Long press on the notifications should take you to the notification center, then you disable every thing

algnerd said:
Long press on the notifications should take you to the notification center, then you disable every thing
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I don't mean a notification in the status bar. I mean that the update menu opens several times a day (see picture). How can I disable it?

ndroid1562 said:
I don't mean a notification in the status bar. I mean that the update menu opens several times a day (see picture). How can I disable it?
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Look for the updater app in the app menu delete data, force close it and block it from accessing network both on WiFi and Mobile Data; that should do it

algnerd said:
Look for the updater app in the app menu delete data, force close it and block it from accessing network both on WiFi and Mobile Data; that should do it
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I already did this, but no root. I keep receiving the same pop page Updater.
And if I block the app Updater to acess Cell Phone and Storage I get the warning to enable Storage for Updater, it needs IMEI and IMSI to be able to update EVERYTIME I connect to a Wifi. Dont know what's worst.
Anyone knows how to block all of this?

Uninstall the updater using adb, I will write how to do it in the: https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p9lite/how-to/unified-help-thread-huawei-p9-lite-t3649152
Number 8, Tweaks and modifications

algnerd said:
Look for the updater app in the app menu delete data, force close it and block it from accessing network both on WiFi and Mobile Data; that should do it
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dariomrk said:
Uninstall the updater using adb, I will write how to do it in the: https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p9lite/how-to/unified-help-thread-huawei-p9-lite-t3649152
Number 8, Tweaks and modifications
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Does it needs ROOT? I'm looking for some way to fix this without root.

thefalseprince said:
Does it needs ROOT? I'm looking for some way to fix this without root.
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It doesn't need root, just do the command using your pc... please read before asking.

thefalseprince said:
I already did this, but no root. I keep receiving the same pop page Updater.
And if I block the app Updater to acess Cell Phone and Storage I get the warning to enable Storage for Updater, it needs IMEI and IMSI to be able to update EVERYTIME I connect to a Wifi. Dont know what's worst.
Anyone knows how to block all of this?
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Oh lord, I thought I was the only one having this stupid warning every time it switches on WIFI or back from plane mode.
What's the exact command to delete the update then? I saw the Tweak topic but it doesn't mention what to type as the package name to remove the update. I would say "updater", as simple as that ? But I won't do it unless I'm sure I'm not messing my smartphone.
Thanks

Budykiller said:
Oh lord, I thought I was the only one having this stupid warning every time it switches on WIFI or back from plane mode.
What's the exact command to delete the update then? I saw the Tweak topic but it doesn't mention what to type as the package name to remove the update. I would say "updater", as simple as that ? But I won't do it unless I'm sure I'm not messing my smartphone.
Thanks
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Hi
I found the update file on Archives, in a folder called HwUOC or something like this
thats what I did: deleted this folder then blocked all permissions on app updater
note this will only delete the downloaded file, but the warning keeps popping