Detailed INTRO How to Update OnePlus One Video - ONE General

There are quite a few good how-to videos from our community. Here is one more:
I have made it as detailed as possible. I tried to cover everything for a new user!
https://youtu.be/gjLRYyel2dA
If you have been scared to try flashing it yourself, I hope this encourages you to take the plunge and enjoy OxygenOS or the newest ROMs!
Video shows the following steps:
a. download Google SDK Installer
b. add packages you need for ADB to work.
c. download TWRP custom recovery
d. download the OxygenOS ROM
e. Install driver for ADB to work
f. turn on developer options and enable usb debugging
g. reboot phone into the bootloader using ADB
h. unlock bootloader
i. unzip oxygenOS file downloaded from OnePlus
j. flash twrp custom recovery
k. fully wipe phone (delete everything)
l. push flashable file from computer to the phone using ADB
m. install new rom from TWRP
thanks

There's already a few threads on this subject,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/oxygen-os-released-download-t3072259
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/…
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/guide-how-to-install-oxygenos-t3072500
No need for more.
Thread closed.
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Darth
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OXYGEN OS(Download link ,installation guide & Issues)

Download OxygenOS http://oxygenos.oneplus.net/oxygenos_1.0.0.zip
DO UNZIP your ZIP before flashing!!! installation ZIP is in ZIP file provided
Plain Aosp Rom
Download Feedback App https://s3.amazonaws.com/oxygenos.oneplus.net/Feedback_v1.0.2.apk
Note: You’ll need to enable installations from unknown sources (settings > security) in order to install the feedback app on OxygenOS.
Please make sure all your data and files are backed up before commencing. Flashing OxygenOS onto CM does require a system wipe, so you will lose all of your data. We are actively working on an easier, more automated solution soon to be available, but for now the build must be flashed manually.
Please proceed only if you are confident in your abilities to flash a custom ROM. This guide exists to help you flash OxygenOS, but things can still go wrong if not followed correctly. While rooting and flashing will not void your OnePlus warranty, any damage caused by improper flashing is not covered under warranty.
The following instructions assume you have Fastboot and ADB installed.
Step 1
You first need to flash a recovery onto your device. We recommend using TWRP. Please download the recovery image to your computer. You can follow their instructions to flash recovery, or you can reference these steps:
Boot into fastboot mode. You can do this on your OnePlus One by holding down the power button and the volume up button. When you see the fastboot logo, connect your device to your computer.
In your terminal window, find the folder where you put the recovery image and run the following commands:
fastboot oem unlock (You can skip this step if your phone’s bootloader is already unlocked).
fastboot flash recovery <recovery.img>. Image file should be the TWRP recovery image.
fastboot reboot
You should now have the recovery installed.
Step 2
Copy oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip to your phone. On a Mac, you can use Android File Transfer.
Step 3
Boot into recovery. You can do this on your OnePlus One by holding down both the volume down key and the power button.
Step 4
Once you are in the recovery interface, the first thing you want to do is a factory reset. Again, you will lose all your data so please make sure you have backed up everything before doing this.
Step 5
After the wipe, go to install and find oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip. Confirm flash. This will flash OxygenOS onto your device.
Step 6
After the flash succeeds, you can reboot the device, which will take you to the new OxygenOS. Enjoy!
List of known issues:
When printing images, printer service may stop
Cannot hang up a call using headphone controls (intermittent)
OTG can only recognize FAT32 file system
During system update, display of wifi/data notification may be incorrect
During system update, display of version number may be incorrect
Files sometimes crash when uploading files to the cloud
Files may crash when renaming image files
Files does not support multi-select deletes
manishsharma17 said:
Download OxygenOS http://oxygenos.oneplus.net/oxygenos_1.0.0.zip
Download Feedback App https://s3.amazonaws.com/oxygenos.oneplus.net/Feedback_v1.0.2.apk
Note: You’ll need to enable installations from unknown sources (settings > security) in order to install the feedback app on OxygenOS.
Please make sure all your data and files are backed up before commencing. Flashing OxygenOS onto CM does require a system wipe, so you will lose all of your data. We are actively working on an easier, more automated solution soon to be available, but for now the build must be flashed manually.
Please proceed only if you are confident in your abilities to flash a custom ROM. This guide exists to help you flash OxygenOS, but things can still go wrong if not followed correctly. While rooting and flashing will not void your OnePlus warranty, any damage caused by improper flashing is not covered under warranty.
The following instructions assume you have Fastboot and ADB installed.
Step 1
You first need to flash a recovery onto your device. We recommend using TWRP. Please download the recovery image to your computer. You can follow their instructions to flash recovery, or you can reference these steps:
Boot into fastboot mode. You can do this on your OnePlus One by holding down the power button and the volume up button. When you see the fastboot logo, connect your device to your computer.
In your terminal window, find the folder where you put the recovery image and run the following commands:
fastboot oem unlock (You can skip this step if your phone’s bootloader is already unlocked).
fastboot flash recovery <recovery.img>. Image file should be the TWRP recovery image.
fastboot reboot
You should now have the recovery installed.
Step 2
Copy oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip to your phone. On a Mac, you can use Android File Transfer.
Step 3
Boot into recovery. You can do this on your OnePlus One by holding down both the volume down key and the power button.
Step 4
Once you are in the recovery interface, the first thing you want to do is a factory reset. Again, you will lose all your data so please make sure you have backed up everything before doing this.
Step 5
After the wipe, go to install and find oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip. Confirm flash. This will flash OxygenOS onto your device.
Step 6
After the flash succeeds, you can reboot the device, which will take you to the new OxygenOS. Enjoy!
List of known issues:
When printing images, printer service may stop
Cannot hang up a call using headphone controls (intermittent)
OTG can only recognize FAT32 file system
During system update, display of wifi/data notification may be incorrect
During system update, display of version number may be incorrect
Files sometimes crash when uploading files to the cloud
Files may crash when renaming image files
Files does not support multi-select deletes
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OMG!!! Is this a Dream???? Is this real?
CM version?
manish.kumar86 said:
CM version?
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its not based on Cm its based on AOSP its 5.0.2
Yash Kanchhal said:
So when we are factory resetting the phone in recovery is it the same thing like wiping the other thing (cache, dalvik cache etc). I'm new in this so I'm not able to understand that please help me in this & when is the CM12S coming anyone knows?????
Sent from my A0001
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TWRP has an option for factory reset ...
There's already a thread for this here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3072259
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Yash Kanchhal said:
Ohk thnx mate it means wiping is every thing????? Right ????
Sent from my A0001
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yes sir ..use the option of factory reset in twrp and you should be good
timmaaa said:
There's already a thread for this here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3072259
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When i created the thread the thread was not there in present form
manishsharma17 said:
When i created the thread the thread was not there in present form
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Unfortunately it looks like he created his first.
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Nice spam indeed. Three threads, three posts, three times begging for thanks. Bah.
Can you add my guide thread to the OP please?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/guide-how-to-install-oxygenos-t3072500
Word of caution! I backuped on the internal sd. Had all my backups of os's and app data completely wiped. Never checked the wipe internal sd box. Use and external backup.
Is anyone with SuperSU 2.46 having issues with WIFI not turning on and also having screen artifacts that force to do a hard reboot?
cyberon said:
Is anyone with SuperSU 2.46 having issues with WIFI not turning on and also having screen artifacts that force to do a hard reboot?
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Getting neither of those. Main problem I'm having is major Google Play Services drain. It's the same bug we had on CM12 nightlies some time ago and my phone is permanently awake
Sent from my A0001 using Tapatalk
Hello, due to having a similar topic here http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/oxygen-os-released-download-t3072259, I will have to close this thread.
Please continue the discussion in the one linked.
Regards

Easy Z3 GUIDE: Root, Recovery, Unlock bootloader, Flash rom

After several hours last night comparing tons of guides to find the fastest, easiest and newest guides this is a summary of what i came up with. (No need to downgrade or mess around with a bunch of complicated steps). Tested on Z3 D6603, Firmware 23.1.A.28.
Rooting
I used these guides, but they both had outdated apps.
From XDA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/root-t3108230
Better grafical guide: http://www.whattechsays.com/android/root-xperia-z2-z3-lollipop/
Links to the updated apps:
KingRoot: http://androidxda.com/download-kingroot-application
MOD EDIT by @gregbradley
Also, users should be aware that Kingo root sends your IMEI to an unknown IP address in china during the root process, you have been warned. For more information read the whole OP here
Busybox: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=stericson.busybox&hl=en
XZRecovery: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95916177934556263
SuperSU: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu&hl=en
Troubleshooting
XZRecovery didnt work for me so i had to use another guide to install TWRP dual recovery.
http://techtrickz.com/how-to/install-twrp-recovery-xperia-z3-locked-bootloader/ ...software: http://nut.xperia-files.com/ (choose the newest XZDualRecovery version and then choose the Z3 installer )
The standard version of SuperSU didnt work but the newest beta version did work
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/2014-09-02-supersu-v2-05-t2868133
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Unlock bootloader
Best and straightforward guide: http://www.android.gs/unlock-bootloader-sony-xperia-devices-universal-tutorial/
Command promt
Guide for using the command promt http://www.7tutorials.com/command-prompt-how-use-basic-commands (if you wanna go directly to one folder in the command promt: navigate to the folder, press shift + right click and choose open command window here)
Troubleshooting
I had a problem to get into fastboot mode, heres alternative ways
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/boot-sony-xperia-z3-fastboot-mode-63226/
Drivers. I then had a problem with the drivers in Windows 10.
Windows didnt let me install my own drivers, only the drivers that it recommended. Heres how to byepass that and install unsigned drivers. http://club.myce.com/f189/how-disable-driver-signature-enforcement-command-line-338073/
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Flash ROM
Theres a guide on how to flash rom inside this popular official rom.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-blisspop-team-bliss-2-2-z3-t3064669
Then most popular Z3 rom:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-cyanogenmod-12-nightlies-xperia-z3-t3010201
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Thanks everyone for your time and work creating these amazing apps and guides!
Making it possible for us noobs to enjoy a great mobile experience.

(ROOT) (CUSTOM RECOVERY) FOR MOTO G 1st GEN

Hello, guys this is my first post but i am quite sure that my methods work.If there any problems then u can surely ask in the section below. This thread will be a GUIDE TO ROOT AND INSTALL CUSTOM RECOVERY FOR MOTO G 1st Gen users.
Some prerequisites are:
1. Motorola drives (https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/88481)
2.Fastboot and recovery files (https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9jf2va51ffg0pzq/AAAxDT-ETf7AESIcHGnfEgv7a?dl=0)
[ Let these files be downloaded and kept in Cdrive of ur pc and and place them on the desktop.. Please name this folder MOTO FILES]
3. SuperSu files https://download.chainfire.eu/696/supersu/ and[/url] paste it in ur phones internal memory and please do this after unlocking the bootloader cause bootloader unlocking will delete everything so its better to do it after unlocking bootloader
Download these files and ur done... Now lets continue to the fun part
This process involves three very simple steps :
1. Unlocking the Bootloader:-
This process is infact very easy to do. There are several guides on the internet regarding this process but the one that i suggest is by High On Android/ Max Lee . Follow his method and u can very easily unlock ur bootlader. Copy this url and see it for urself fellow guys...http://highonandroid.com/android-smartphones/how-to-unlock-bootloader-on-motorola-android-smartphone
2. Erasing ur previous recovery and installing a new one and rooting ur phone all in one process
Some users have been reporting that even after installing custom recovery , whenever they go into recovery they enter into stock recovery. The actual problem is that the stock rom of the Moto G rewrites over the new custom recovery installed.
So we have to install the recovery actually twice but it only takes a few minutes
i) Firstly be sure to have lots of juice in your phone
ii) Boot ur phone into the bootloader by power offing ur device and then pressing the volume down and power button together for 10 seconds and then leaving both of them together.
iii) Now connect ur device to ur pc/laptop
iv) Now open a cmd and enter the following commands(press enter after every command)
- cd Desktop
-cd MOTO FILES
-fastboot flash recovery Recovery2.img
-fastboot reboot-bootloader
[MAKE SURE NOT TO REBOOT UR DEVICE ]
v) Now ur phone has custom recovery installed in it and u shud now enter into recovery mode by choosing the option from the bootloader, by pressing volume down and then volume up while in bootloader mode.
vi) This will open the Philz recovery that i have provided with. I prefer the philz recovery over the cwm one. Now go on and install the SuperSu update zip file. And BOOM ur Device is now rooted !!!!.
vii) Now reboot ur phone and u must install
-ROOT CHECKER (to check root)
- and most importantly ROOT EXPLORER
viii) After following step (vii), now if u try to go into recovery, u will be booted to stock recovery. So to prevent that use the ROOT EXPLORER app and go to the root \system\etc and delete the file named install-recovery.sh .
ix) After deleting the file u will once again have to follow step (iv) and install custom recovery this will ensure u having custom recovery even after rebooting ur device and u will have ROOT access as well
On which android version , were you on before rooting . 5.01 or 5.1 .
This method works for both 5.1 and 5.01
Hi am new for this platform I don't know anything about it... Plz help me out my what's up number is 9901146849
Is the first post too heavy for you?!
Follow the steps and be happy.
Gesendet von meinem Moto G mit Tapatalk
Remember: In some marshmallow ROMs (e. g. CM 13 and CyanPop) flashing SuperSU causes some trouble!
Andus1988 said:
Remember: In some marshmallow ROMs (e. g. CM 13 and CyanPop) flashing SuperSU causes some trouble!
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this method works for all lollipop versions, i dunno much about the marshmallow roms as i havent used them yet :good:
Ajay P said:
Hi am new for this platform I don't know anything about it... Plz help me out my what's up number is 9901146849
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whats the problem u facing ?
sanilch99 said:
this method works for all lollipop versions, i dunno much about the marshmallow roms as i havent used them yet :good:
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It could cumber the inbuilt root!
sanilch99 said:
whats the problem u facing ?
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My phone is not going on twrp mode(custom Recovery) I have followed the steps from YouTube video... I have downloaded all the things which he has mentioned in his description but one of the link (platform tool zip file) is missing, it shows the link is not available.. Plz provide me that file or help me in other way.. I don't want to break my phone.. As am new to this form.. If something lost I can't resolve by myself.. So better to tell me easy way n simple... Thank u in advance
YouTube video(https://youtu.be/dB627nv6-cE)
Ajay P said:
My phone is not going on twrp mode(custom Recovery) I have followed the steps from YouTube video... I have downloaded all the things which he has mentioned in his description but one of the link (platform tool zip file) is missing, it shows the link is not available.. Plz provide me that file or help me in other way.. I don't want to break my phone.. As am new to this form.. If something lost I can't resolve by myself.. So better to tell me easy way n simple... Thank u in advance
YouTube video(https://youtu.be/dB627nv6-cE)
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if u want to install twrp recovery and u have its file then i will suggest u to use my method that i have given above and instead writing the command
fastboot flash recovery Recovery2.img u can change it to fastboot flash recovery [name of the recovery file, dont forget the .img at the end]. Thats all u have to do. I saw that video prior to installing custom recovery in my phone too and noticed that his link was broken thats how i figured out my method of installing custom recovery. Its very easy. just follow the steps. :good::good::good:
sanilch99 said:
if u want to install twrp recovery and u have its file then i will suggest u to use my method that i have given above and instead writing the command
fastboot flash recovery Recovery2.img u can change it to fastboot flash recovery [name of the recovery file, dont forget the .img at the end]. Thats all u have to do. I saw that video prior to installing custom recovery in my phone too and noticed that his link was broken thats how i figured out my method of installing custom recovery. Its very easy. just follow the steps. :good::good::good:
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Thank you
thanks man! everything worked but your supersu was missing binary files so I had to download a new version.
Thanks for the tutorial!
notuger said:
thanks man! everything worked but your supersu was missing binary files so I had to download a new version.
Thanks for the tutorial!
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I will recheck that super su. file and make sure its perfect... Thanks for the response:good:
Once i finished steps all, When i open SuperSU, popup window says, "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install in it. This is the Problem!
If you just upgraded to android 5.0, you need to manually re-root - consult the relevant forums for your device!
Plz help me on this....
if i check with root checker,
Sorry! Root access is not properly installed on this device
Works but could be simplified
Thanks for this useful post. I've just followed the instructions to root my XT1032 Stock Lollipop 5.1, and they work. However, I have a few comments:
[1] I had already installed Motorola Device Manager on my (Windows 7) PC, plus 'Minimal ADB and Fastboot'. This was sufficient – I didn't need to download the files in your prerequisite 2.
[2] You can use any compatible recovery image. I prefer TWRP, so downloaded openrecovery-twrp-2.8.1.0-xt1032.img.
[3] The SuperSu zip file you've linked to is out of date. The current one is version 2.46 (for Lollipop).
[4] After flashing SuperSu it's advisable to wipe the cache and Dalvik cache.
[5] Root Checker showed that BusyBox wasn't installed, so I downloaded Stephen Erickson's BusyBox installer from the Play Store. This is an essential step, as most programs requiring root won't work without BusyBox. Perhaps it could be added to the OP?
[6] You don't need to use Root Explorer – any root-compatible file manager will do. I prefer Total Commander.
[7] Having deleted (or in my case renamed) install-recovery.sh and then rebooted, I didn't need to go back to step iv and reinstall the custom recovery; in my case TWRP was still there. I think your step ix is unnecessary; at least it's worth checking which recovery you have.
I hope these points are useful and not too nit-picking!
issam029 said:
Once i finished steps all, When i open SuperSU, popup window says, "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install in it. This is the Problem!
If you just upgraded to android 5.0, you need to manually re-root - consult the relevant forums for your device!
Plz help me on this....
if i check with root checker,
Sorry! Root access is not properly installed on this device
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i have edited the previous link and given the new one. You can use this SU file. It will solve ur prob.
pcgardner said:
Thanks for this useful post. I've just followed the instructions to root my XT1032 Stock Lollipop 5.1, and they work. However, I have a few comments:
[1] I had already installed Motorola Device Manager on my (Windows 7) PC, plus 'Minimal ADB and Fastboot'. This was sufficient – I didn't need to download the files in your prerequisite 2.
[2] You can use any compatible recovery image. I prefer TWRP, so downloaded openrecovery-twrp-2.8.1.0-xt1032.img.
[3] The SuperSu zip file you've linked to is out of date. The current one is version 2.46 (for Lollipop).
[4] After flashing SuperSu it's advisable to wipe the cache and Dalvik cache.
[5] Root Checker showed that BusyBox wasn't installed, so I downloaded Stephen Erickson's BusyBox installer from the Play Store. This is an essential step, as most programs requiring root won't work without BusyBox. Perhaps it could be added to the OP?
[6] You don't need to use Root Explorer – any root-compatible file manager will do. I prefer Total Commander.
[7] Having deleted (or in my case renamed) install-recovery.sh and then rebooted, I didn't need to go back to step iv and reinstall the custom recovery; in my case TWRP was still there. I think your step ix is unnecessary; at least it's worth checking which recovery you have.
I hope these points are useful and not too nit-picking!
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Reinstallation of custom recovery is not must its just for safety precautions and I have finally updated the SuperSu link. As far as Busybox u will have to install it customly only.
issam029 said:
once i finished steps all, when i open supersu, popup window says, "there is no su binary installed, and supersu cannot install in it. This is the problem!
If you just upgraded to android 5.0, you need to manually re-root - consult the relevant forums for your device!
Plz help me on this....
If i check with root checker,
sorry! Root access is not properly installed on this device
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use the new su files i updated the link
facing problem after unlock bootloader mood for moto g 1st gen
Thanks a lot for your information...:good:
Bro!! I have already unlock bootloader mood.. Before rooting is it necessary to clear all data & app...??

Newb needs help rooting, unlocking Bootloader and getting a Custom ROM for ALE-L21

Hey there,
I need help, hope you have some for me . I want to use the 6.0.1. OpenKirin OmniROM on my phone and struggle even figuring out a way to get there.
I just bought a used ALE-L21 DualSIM phone with the B602 Build and EMUI 4.0.3 installed. The device is not rooted, nor has its bootloader been unlocked. The EMUI update service does not offer me any patches.
Could someone please line out to me which steps I have to take in order to root my ALE-L21 and get this ROM to work?
Disclaimer: No, I'm not just a lazy moron who does not want to read other topics on this forum - I'm a mere user with less-than-average knowledge of Android development or stuff like that. And I just can't make complete sense of the various posts I've found, since English is not my mother tongue and there seems to be a whole bunch of ways to do certain things with a phone. Well, since obviously I don't want to brick my new phone, I'm not too sure how to best puzzle together the pieces this Forum offers me. It would be insanely helpful if I could get a list that reads out something like:
1. Action - Source (for needed files, e.g.) - Result, on to step 2
2. Action - Source (for needed files, e.g.) - Result, on to step 3
3. ... and so on...
Okay, just so you see that I'm not entirely lost, I'm gonna show you the picture which is currently in my mind.
From what I understand so far, there's the following steps to get there (please rectify or rearrange steps as far as needed):
1. Update the device to Vanilla EMUI 4.1, Build B895 or B896 (I am currently downloading the B896 Build from this forum - which one is recommended? My phone is DualSIM)
2. Unlock Bootloader (What's the best way to do it? Huawei CS? Heard it's not even sure you get an answer. DCUnlocker? Wants money... Please help me clarify)
3. get TWRP 3.1.1.0 (I already have the IMG file, how do I get it to run on my phone?)
4. Root the device (I'd like to go with MAGISK, does anyone have a link for a MAGISK build confirmedly working on ALE-L21?)
5. Do some magic with TWRP (Which steps exactly?)
6. Flash the ROM Zip file via TWRP
7. Flash Gapps via TWRP
Is that about it?
As I said, please feel free to add to/adjust my list!
Thanks in advance,
Pako
If you haven't already install minimal adb tools on computer (windows) found here :
http://bit.ly/2jxX4ya
You then need to unlock bootloader using minimal adb tools and the unlock code
Unlock Code:
http://bit.ly/2z9EFhV
Unlock Bootloader Method in this thread here:
http://bit.ly/2oIASBs
After you are done unlocking the bootloader
Install twrp find that here :
http://bit.ly/2ok9BTi
There was a tool that was here somewhere to install twrp but I will link to my copy here
http://bit.ly/2ATBgRP
What you do is put the twrp image file in data folder
then change the name of the twrp file to TWRP_3.1.1-0_ALICE.img or
edit the install.bat file line data\fastboot.exe flash recovery data\TWRP_3.1.1-0_ALICE.img to the name of your twrp file
Once twrp is installed then you can pick which rom you want
The 6.0 roms arent going to be supported anymore so i suggest going for 7.0 ROM
I'm on AOSPA which is the cleanest and has good battery life
To install 7.0 rom you need B895 or B896 found here on the first post:
http://bit.ly/2jypIij
this is installed through twrp (which is accessed when Phone is off by holding volume up + power then let go once it vibrates or connect the phone to the computer and then type adb devices then adb reboot recovery in minimal adb tool)
once in twrp you need to install the B895.zip or B896.zip file then reboot your phone will boot into emui
you need to install twrp again as B895 or B896 wipes it
After installing twrp you can then install any custom rom of your choice
let the rom boot and then go back into twrp and install gapps found here: "http://bit.ly/1JOWjUqi recommend nano or even pico pick am64 7.1
I would also recommend installing Galactic forced deepsleep http://bit.ly/2ANVdbS
Hey there,
thank you very, very much for your comprehensive walkthrough! (Almost*) everything worked to perfection and I am now a happy user of OpenKirin's OmniROM 6.0.3. mod! Yeah, no 7.x... but I'd prefer to wait with that until the "issues" section of AOSPA does not contain any relevant things anymore. OmniROM seems to have no issues anymore, so I'm content with my choice. I will now follow your last advice and flash the Deep Sleep Mod to improve my device's battery life, and then I'm just happy.
* = The only issue I encountered was when having flashed TWRP, the device booted to the crappy EMUI eRecovery instead of TWRP. I solved this issue using this advice from another thread.
So, once again, thank you! All you xdaDevs, keep on developing ways to improve people's lives with their android devices!
Cheers,
Pako

[ROOT][TB-X505X] Rooting Lenovo Tab M10 TB-X505X

This guide is now obsolete. Please check my new guide. It has a custom recovery for this device as well as a rooting guide. Refer to this guide only for installing adb and unlocking bootloader.
This rooting guide is for the Lenovo Tab M10 X505X only.
I plan to work on a custom recovery for this tab as well and probably a custom rom in the future.
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This will work only on the version "TB-X505X_S001037_200718_ROW". Check it in the Settings > System > About Tablet > Build Number. If it is the newer "X505X_S001038_200819_ROW", do a factory reset and make sure it is the "TB-X505X_S001037_200718_ROW" before proceeding.
Once a custom recovery is made, OTA updates can be applied without losing root. So do not update the tablet until a custom recovery is developed for the device. I plan to develop a custom recovery for it as soon as possible, so please support me.
Anything that goes wrong in this tutorial is not my responsibilty. Proceed at your own risk.
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patched_boot.img
Step 1. ADB and Fastboot Installation [If adb and fastboot are already installed, skip to Step 2]1. Download the platform tools for your OS from this link.
2. Extract the zip file and place the contents in a folder "platform-tools".
3. To confirm if adb is working, open a command prompt "platform-tools" and run the following command.
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adb version
If it returns the adb version, its done.
Step 2. Unlocking BootloaderWe have to unlock the bootloader inorder to root the device.
Warning: Unlocking bootloader wipes data on the device. It is recommended to backup your data. Proceed at your own risk.
1. Now in the tab, goto Settings > System > About Tablet. Multiple tap the "Build Number" till the developer options are enabled.
2. Goto the developer options and turn on the "OEM unlocking".​3. Power off the device.
4. Turn it on by holding Power Button + Volume Down. Once the screen turns on. leave the power button but continue holding the Volume Down button until the fastboot mode is shown.
5. Now open a command prompt in "platform-tools" and now run the following command:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock-go
Your Bootloader is now succesfully unlocked.​Step 3. RootingNow to root the tab, download the "patched_boot.img" from the top of this post. Copy the file to the "platform-tools" folder.
Make sure the tab is still in the fastboot mode. Otherwise go back into the fastboot mode as instructed before.
Now run the following command:
Code:
fastboot flash boot patched_boot.img
Congratulations, you have rooted your tab.:highfive:
To complete the process, run the following command.
Code:
fastboot reboot
Once the tab turns on, goto this link and download the latest version of Magisk apk and install it. It is required to control the root privileges for other apps.​That's all. You now have a rooted tab.:victory:
If this helped you, hit the thanks button.
And keep tuned for new stuff that are to come for this device.
Thanks for this thread for the TB-X505X.
Shamil Niyas said:
I plan to work on a custom recovery for this tab as well...
I plan to develop a custom recovery for it as soon as possible...
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Have a look at this post for a TWRP that works with the TB-X505F. It might work for the TB-X505X, provided the X505X uses the SDA429 soc. That version of TWRP is unofficial and does not decrypt the data partition.
If the X505F version of TWRP works for you, then you won't need to patch the boot image - you can just install the Magisk update.zip in TWRP. This saves you from having to release a new patched boot image every time there's an OTA.
Shamil Niyas said:
Once a custom recovery is made, OTA updates can be applied without losing root.
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With the TB-X505F/L, TB-X605F/L and TB-X705F/L we've found that you need to uninstall Magisk to apply OTAs. This is because Lenovo's OTA updater scripts verify you have unmodified boot, system, vendor and firmware partitions. So make sure you backup these partitions as stock.
Yahoo Mike said:
Thanks for this thread for the TB-X505X.
Have a look at this post for a TWRP that works with the TB-X505F. It might work for the TB-X505X, provided the X505X uses the SDA429 soc. That version of TWRP is unofficial and does not decrypt the data partition.
If the X505F version of TWRP works for you, then you won't need to patch the boot image - you can just install the Magisk update.zip in TWRP. This saves you from having to release a new patched boot image every time there's an OTA.
With the TB-X505F/L, TB-X605F/L and TB-X705F/L we've found that you need to uninstall Magisk to apply OTAs. This is because Lenovo's OTA updater scripts verify you have unmodified boot, system, vendor and firmware partitions. So make sure you backup these partitions as stock.
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I gave a look at the TWRP image. Unfortunately, X505X does not boot into the recovery image. It would have been great if it worked. I guess it is because of the different processor, as you mentioned.
It is the same for X505X as well. OTA cannot be applied without uninstalling Magisk. So I guess OTAs are a no-go until a custom recovery is developed. The latest update is also just a boot image patch. So there is no way to use magisk on that.
Thanks for the advice.
But i updated to android 10 S001122_200915
Sir, thanks for the thread.,
But unfortunately my version is S001122_200915 and u had posted patched boot_img for S001037 version. I dont want to downgrade. Please make a patched boot_img for this version.
Excuse me if this was asked before. Is there a rooting method for TB-X505F? It's the model that is sold in Europe. I'm thinking of buying this.
ShAd0W_z0nE said:
Excuse me if this was asked before. Is there a rooting method for TB-X505F? It's the model that is sold in Europe. I'm thinking of buying this.
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This post has instructions for the X505F, under "How do I root my device?".
cYBER~VeTeRaN said:
Sir, thanks for the thread.,
But unfortunately my version is S001122_200915 and u had posted patched boot_img for S001037 version. I dont want to downgrade. Please make a patched boot_img for this version.
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I'm currently working on the twrp for this device. Once it is finished it should be able to root without downgrading.
cYBER~VeTeRaN said:
Sir, thanks for the thread.,
But unfortunately my version is S001122_200915 and u had posted patched boot_img for S001037 version. I dont want to downgrade. Please make a patched boot_img for this version.
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Hello cYBER-VeTeRaN,
I have compiled a TWRP for X505X. You can find it here. Install the magisk zip from TWRP and you should be able to root your tablet regardless of the verison.:victory:
Hit the thanks button.
Shamil Niyas said:
Hello cYBER-VeTeRaN,
I have compiled a TWRP for X505X. You can find it here. Install the magisk zip from TWRP and you should be able to root your tablet regardless of the verison.:victory:
Hit the thanks button.
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Thanks sir. Great job and I'm also from kerala, nice to meet you
Good afternoon.
I have this version ( Build number TB-X505F_S001142_210804 ROW ) of Android on my Lenovo TB X505F.
Can you tell me if this method works with this version of Android?
jsvenancio said:
Good afternoon.
I have this version ( Build number TB-X505F_S001142_210804 ROW ) of Android on my Lenovo TB X505F.
Can you tell me if this method works with this version of Android?
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[RECOVERY][TB-X505F][UNOFFICIAL] TWRP 3.6.x for Lenovo Tab M10 HD
This version of TWRP works on the Lenovo TB-X505F (wifi). For the TB-X505X, see this thread. For the TB-X605F/L, see this thread. For the TB-X606F/L, see this thread. The X606F/L is the second gen M10 and it uses a Mediatek SOC. #include...
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Twrp for x505f
Umm where it says to download my os there is no link provided. Same goes for fastbook it takes me tomyour old guide and then there is no link where a person would think they would find it. Am I stupid and missing something or all the links broke/missing ?
I'd prefer to be stupid.... Just saying..
tombaldwin6 said:
Umm where it says to download my os there is no link provided. Same goes for fastbook it takes me tomyour old guide and then there is no link where a person would think they would find it. Am I stupid and missing something or all the links broke/missing ?
I'd prefer to be stupid.... Just saying..
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Check his new guide, just flash twrp and flash magisk from there
Guys, I am stuck in a Bootloop after i tried that with the patched boot img. Can someone help?
Tamiiiiiii812 said:
Guys, I am stuck in a Bootloop after i tried that with the patched boot img. Can someone help?
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Download rom, extract boot.img from it and flash it. Makw sure you download the right version.
You can find the rom here:- https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/lenovo/Tab_M10_HD/TB-X505X/
cYBER~VeTeRaN said:
Download rom, extract boot.img from it and flash it. Makw sure you download the right version.
You can find the rom here:- https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/lenovo/Tab_M10_HD/TB-X505X/
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OMG IT WORKED. Thank you.
Thanks bro. I found what I needed..
Shamil Niyas said:
1. Download the platform tools for your OS from this link.
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yeah, where is the link?
Booe said:
yeah, where is the link?
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Just search for platform tools and download it.
Guys, i tried the above mentioned method but my device is showing (can,t load android system. your data my be corrupt. if you continue to get this message, you may need to perform a factory data reset and erase all user data stored on this device) after performing a factory data reset the device reboots and the welcome menu shows up after 15-30 seconds the device automatically shut down and again shows the same message (can,t load android system. your data my be corrupt. if you continue to get this message, you may need to perform a factory data reset and erase all user data stored onnn this device). this goes again and again......

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