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[Custom OTA Update] XXBLG6 to XXBLG8 Flash in CWM without losing root or recovery

Here are my custom CWM recovery OTA updates for the international S3
NOTE: For STOCK Rom users only. Your CSC must be I9300OXABLG6. If you have made any changes to files in the /system folder it will fail.
If like me your using a stock ROM rooted with custom recovery or kernel and want to update without downloading the whole ROM and risk losing root and recovery in the process. These modded updates are for you to save time, bandwith and frustration.
Current OTA update: XXBLG6 to XXBLG8
ota.update.all.XXBLG8.zip 4 MB
ota.update.no.modem.XXBLG8.zip 4 MB
ota.update.no.kernel.XXBLG8.zip 542 KB
ota.update.no.kernel.and.modem.XXBLG8.zip 541 KB
All the zips here will not replace your custom recovery or remove root. The no kernel and no modem zips are intended for users with a custom kernel and or want to keep their current baseband.
Tested and working on CWM 6.0.1.0 Touch and Chainfire's CWM 5.5.0.4
If you've got the OTA update notification nag, to get rid of it do this:
1. Using a file explorer with root permissions, I use ES. Go to /cache/fota ,In there will be the update.zip
2. Delete it or move it to your sd card.
3. Bring up the updater from the notifications and press install and OK, it should fail.
4. Notification nag gone.
Older OTA updates:
Austria (T-Mobile)
ota.update.XXALE8-XXBLFB.CSC-MAXLF2.zip 72 MB
ota.update.no.kernel.XXALE8-XXBLFB.CSC-MAXLF2.zip 67 MB

If you have got any older OTA updates, could you make them available for download so I can convert them.

Nice work mate, I'm sure a lot of people will find this very useful.
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+1 very well done. People who have not recieved ota or for some reason are still on lg6 like me will love it

Could you help converting other OTA updates as well? I got a I9300XXALE8 and an OTA update of I9300XXBLFB,
Do I need a full wipe to flash them?
Thanks.

paha77 said:
Could you help converting other OTA updates as well? I got a I9300XXALE8 and an OTA update of I9300XXBLFB,
Do I need a full wipe to flash them?
Thanks.
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Its an "update". Why would you need wipe for an update

paha77 said:
Could you help converting other OTA updates as well? I got a I9300XXALE8 and an OTA update of I9300XXBLFB,
Do I need a full wipe to flash them?
Thanks.
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Upload it somewhere and put the link here and I will see what I can do. Use a root explorer to copy it to your sd card. Its in '/cache/fota'

Thanks so much, I'm gonna do it ASAP and send you the link.

Ive tryed installing all of your ota updates none work im rooted with the latest cwm (in uk)
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woooson said:
Ive tryed installing all of your ota updates none work im rooted with the latest cwm (in uk)
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Same.
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woooson said:
Ive tryed installing all of your ota updates none work im rooted with the latest cwm (in uk)
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Se23 said:
Same.
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Sorry that it didnt work for you guys. Your CSC must be I9300OXABLG6 and you must be on stock XXBLG6 for it to update. If you've got a branded phone it won't work either. What errors was it showing in CWM?

Deus_ex11 said:
Sorry that it didnt work for you guys. Your CSC must be I9300OXABLG6 and you must be on stock XXBLG6 for it to update. If you've got a branded phone it won't work either. What errors was it showing in CWM?
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Sorry for noob question.....can I flash this with Mobile Odin? Thanks OP.

kin8pin said:
Sorry for noob question.....can I flash this with Mobile Odin? Thanks OP.
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This is a recovery update. It only patches existing files. You must flash it in clockworkmod recovery.
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Deus_ex11 said:
Upload it somewhere and put the link here and I will see what I can do. Use a root explorer to copy it to your sd card. Its in '/cache/fota'
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Here it is: http://www.sendspace.com/file/jevl97
MD5: e76c3bd24d5cf1964a9eee1aa81b6169 *I9300XXBLFB-FOTA.zip
Thank you.

paha77 said:
Here it is: http://www.sendspace.com/file/jevl97
MD5: e76c3bd24d5cf1964a9eee1aa81b6169 *I9300XXBLFB-FOTA.zip
Thank you.
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Your download links are on the first post

Deus_ex11 said:
Sorry that it didnt work for you guys. Your CSC must be I9300OXABLG6 and you must be on stock XXBLG6 for it to update. If you've got a branded phone it won't work either. What errors was it showing in CWM?
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I'm on xxalf2 so that's prob it then. Thanks
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Deus_ex11 said:
Your download links are on the first post
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Thank you my friend, it worked. Now I'm on the new version. :good:
What do you think, will this method work if Samsung releases Android 4.1 for the S3?
Thanks again.

I cant for the life of me find my cwmlog files?? It comes up with error status 7!
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Sorry for the late reply guys
Se23 said:
I'm on xxalf2 so that's prob it then. Thanks
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Do you still have the ota update.zip? I can convert it for you.
paha77 said:
Thank you my friend, it worked. Now I'm on the new version. :good:
What do you think, will this method work if Samsung releases Android 4.1 for the S3?
Thanks again.
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Glad to help. I'm just giving back what I've taken and learnt. If they release it as a ota then it should be possible. We'll have to see.
woooson said:
I cant for the life of me find my cwmlog files?? It comes up with error status 7!
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Its in the '/cache/recovery' folder. That status 7 error means it failed the assert test for the model fingerprint I believe. You can only flash this update on a XXBLG6 rom and your CSC must be I9300OXABLG6. To check what ROM and CSC your using, do this.
1. Open your keypad dialer
2. Press *#1234#
3. It should show your ROM and CSC. AP = ROM and CP = Baseband.

Deus_ex11 said:
Sorry for the late reply guys
Glad to help. I'm just giving back what I've taken and learnt. If they release it as a ota then it should be possible. We'll have to see.
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They promised it until the end of Q3 2012 so let's hope.

[Prerooted flashable zip][23.0.1.A.4.30][(CustomizedUK) for Z2 tablet SGP511]

Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!JRRS0aSS!Gp3rRZgmvEH50XGs158kOuL6PmX8yu19jbK-97Vsb5whttps://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus

Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.

Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
Did a bit of research. Looks like it fixed smart cover bug and removes the non functional ultra stamina mode

Jeddix said:
Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.
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thecrunked said:
Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
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Thanks guys for your kind word. This is still KitKat update. Haven´t seen chancelog but atleast Sony´s own cover works again as supposed and touchscreen seems to be more responsive.

Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.

thecrunked said:
Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.
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Thanks for info. Working fine here tough.

I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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istrait said:
I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.

kulvertti said:
You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.
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Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.

Sooty to be a pita (pain in the ...)
kulvertti said:
So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
I had root and lost it in the ota... superuser says such not installed... I just went in and tried recovery and it did not come up, so I am assuming it flashed me back to stock in more ways then one... I am now looking at your zip to get root back if I can get dual recovery back on the tablet.
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.
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Yep... dem keys is what I was thinking...
Also thanks very much for the help.
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed

thecrunked said:
you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed
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Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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istrait said:
Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.

kulvertti said:
Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.
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OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
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istrait said:
OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
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You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php

kulvertti said:
You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
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I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
I should be golden then right?
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?

I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
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istrait said:
I should be golden then right?
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If I understand you correctly you´ll be fine. In Sony servers for SGP512 and SGP511 Nordic region there are only firmware versions of 23.0.1.A.0.167. Not older or newer.
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?
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No you don´t need to unlock your bootloader and your DRM keys will be just fine.

kulvertti said:
Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus
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you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?

spider623 said:
you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?
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Thank you. Short answer is that as long you have root access you can install prerooted firmwares so basically same way you do with this prerooted firmware. Credits how to make prerooted firmwares are in op. Some point there is no method to root newer firmwares without unlocking your bootloader so I did that too but because backed up TA partition I´m back with rooted device and locked bootloader.

[SGP611][Flashable Prerooted Firmware][FTF][23.4.A.1.200_R4C] Sony Xperia Z3TC

I have downloaded and created a pre-rooted firmware flashable over XZDualRecovery for the firmware version (23.4.A.1.200). The firmware is based on the UK region and contains the SuperSU (v2.46) and XZDualRecovery (v2.8.21) along with BetterBatteryStats apk.
I have tested this firmware with my Xperia Z3TC (German model) and works fine. Few things I have observed,
On installing this firmware, I saw a freeing of more than 500 MB from my internal storage.
On the first boot it updated the NFC firmware
There were two unnecessary apps installed - Kobo books and NeoReader, but those can easily be uninstalled.
Battery life remains the same as I saw in the .546 and .570 release. It is fine for me.
Download: https://copy.com/bf6N0w2CFr63lfl2
I also have a 23.4.A.1.232_R1C firmware based on the Benelux region in the shared folder. However, I am yet to test it out. I have created this flashable zip in the same way as the .200 release, so it should be fine. Please proceed with caution.
Note: Your warranty maybe void after flashing this firmware. I am not responsible for any possible damages to your device on installing this firmware.
Thanks and credits to the authors of following applications, which made the whole process extremely easy
XperiFirm
Flashtool
PRFCreator

SGP611_Customized DE_1290-4947_23.4.A.1.232_R2C
It´s working very well on my SGP611CE/W AE1.
Thank you for your good job.

Yes, I flashed it day before yesterday and in my opinion it is working beteer than the .200_R4C release. Some of the stage fright critical vulnerabilities are fixed, but not all.

If i flash the prerooted i lose the DRM Keys?

dnnz said:
If i flash the prerooted i lose the DRM Keys?
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If you rooted stock rom with XZDual recovery, then you won't lose DRM keys. You will lose DRM keys only when you unlock bootloader.
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I have it 100% stock with the lastest firmware 5.1.1, if i follow these instructions for install that recovery
Make sure you have USB debugging turned ON.
download XZ/ZL/TabZ/Z1/ZU-lockeddualrecovery[VERSION]-BETA.installer.zip from http://nut.xperia-files.com
Windows:
unpack at C: or somewhere you will remember!
navigate to the resulting directory and look for install.bat, double click it to run;
Linux:
unpack in your home folder with 'unzip XZ/ZL/TabZ/Z1/ZU-lockeddualrecovery[VERSION]-BETA.installer.zip'
navigate to the resulting directory and 'chmod +x install.sh', then execute it, follow instructions.
Your phone WILL reboot when installation has completed and it will go into the default recovery for the first boot.
Reboot to system from recovery to allow the installer to clean up after installation (it is safe to skip this step).
Enjoy DUAL RECOVERY!
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and then flash in the recovery the prerooted zip, its okay? i dont lose any DRM key?
Sorry for these noobs questions, there so many metods and threads in xda saying diff stuff that is overwhelming
what about if i flash SuperSu, would be the same?

where can download?

Great Job!
Download? Also, will this work with TWRP already flashed?
My BL *is* unlocked

upper huang said:
where can download?
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MajorPlayz said:
Download? Also, will this work with TWRP already flashed?
My BL *is* unlocked
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why bump a thread that's 2 years old?

barret95 said:
why bump a thread that's 2 years old?
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Considering how dead this part of the forum is, I welcome any posts...

upper huang said:
where can download?
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MajorPlayz said:
Download? Also, will this work with TWRP already flashed?
My BL *is* unlocked
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shaolin95 said:
Considering how dead this part of the forum is, I welcome any posts...
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hahaaha true

Delete. Issue resolved.
Aphex33 said:
Hi, can you please direct me to a pre rooted Sgp611 6.0.1. 291 rom? I can't seem to create one, tried three times?
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Stock modified kernel [UB] [32.2.A.5.11] [E6833/E6853/E6883] [11-12-2016]

PLEASE USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION ON THIS THREAD BEFORE ASKING ANY QUESTIONS. MAYBE I ALREADY ANSWERED YOUR QUESTIONS OR SOMEONE ELSE HAS UNDER A DIFFERENT OCCASION, IT WOULD BE UNNECESSARY TO WAIT FOR SOMEONE TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTION IF IT'S ALREADY BEEN ANSWERED.
I customized the stock kernel from the latest firmware with the help from the tool by @tobias.waldvogel from this link:
[url]http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605[/URL]
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Disabled dm-verity
Disabled RIC
TWRP 3.0.2
DRM emulation
Flash kernel like this:
Fastboot flash boot [MODEL].img
Example
Fastboot flash boot E6853.img
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Make sure to navigate to the correct directory you have it downloaded so it can detect the IMG.
For root flash SuperSU in recovery. Download from here:
[url]http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053[/URL]
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Download kernel from:
https://mega.nz/#F!7gRDBIJY!af8WZfXMno2Pm_OgEMSqNQ
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Edit1: @Ashray_Vk Thank You for helping me modifying one of the kernels.
Edit2: @atif_afzal has confirmed that battery gets better if the TA backup gets restored with this kernel. Check the first link on this post for further instructions.
Edit3: Thank you @YasuHamed for confirming the kernel works when using older kernel modules.

havent gotten the update also i cant find it online

raven213 said:
havent gotten the update also i cant find it online
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Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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E6853(32.1.A.1.185)test ok
work"s fine
Thank you KbaB.BroS

KbaB.BroS said:
Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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So that means if i want to register on my own network it will not be possible?

dutchman1993 said:
So that means if i want to register on my own network it will not be possible?
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It will work, but the risk is that the network might be slower than before, because it's not optimized for your region
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Ah ok

KbaB.BroS said:
Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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When I first flash mm I flashed the RU version seems to be working correct so I wonder if I should do the same
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raven213 said:
When I first flash mm I flashed the RU version seems to be working correct so I wonder if I should do the same
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Yes, but don't tick any of the boxes in the wipe section if you want to keep your data

KbaB.BroS said:
Yes, but don't tick any of the boxes in the wipe section if you want to keep your data
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alright doing it right now thanks will keep you guys updated

its working

I used this with the Australian ROM and it worked fine. Rooted as well. Thanks!

Kernel updated

can you plese make one for XZ5P DUAL E6883 ???
I CAN GIVE YOU NEDED FILES OR ANY THING TO HELP

So there is no need to unlock the bootloader?!

ahasae said:
can you plese make one for XZ5P DUAL E6883 ???
I CAN GIVE YOU NEDED FILES OR ANY THING TO HELP
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I'm really busy right now. You can try making it yourself with the first link I have posted in OP, or you can wait until I can make it, hopefully in 2 days.
minifamilie said:
So there is no need to unlock the bootloader?!
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The moment you alter the kernel even the slightest bit from the OEM settings, the bootloader needs to be unlocked.
So my answer is that it won't work with locked bootloader.
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EDIT: ignore this post

Kernels added and updated

One quesgion, bit of a noob question but...
When I unlock bootloader I lose the DRM keys.. How can I get them back or restore them? And second, what do I do if I flash this kernel with latest FW, and let's say there's a newer FW in some months.. Can I then update my FW from flaahtool without losing root or...??
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ZohabK said:
One quesgion, bit of a noob question but...
When I unlock bootloader I lose the DRM keys.. How can I get them back or restore them? And second, what do I do if I flash this kernel with latest FW, and let's say there's a newer FW in some months.. Can I then update my FW from flaahtool without losing root or...??
Sendt fra min E6853 med Tapatalk
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from what i know so far if you didnt backup the original drm keys you cant restore them

820 Dual Sim ota probloem

i got a problem thati want to update and i've downloaded a custom rom with android 5.0.2,
so i was told to get a firmware of 5.0.2 then i can flash my custom rom.
But i cant really know how to do.I have now a rooted,unlocked device,and a custom rom only.Please help.

wing90427 said:
i got a problem thati want to update and i've downloaded a custom rom with android 5.0.2,
so i was told to get a firmware of 5.0.2 then i can flash my custom rom.
But i cant really know how to do.I have now a rooted,unlocked device,and a custom rom only.Please help.
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Welcome to XDA!!
To install custom ROM, you will need to have a S-OFFed device to do so. S-OFFing need hardware tools, and it cost money. XTC2Clip and FireWater are the two known S-OFF tools that work on D820 for now.

iXaidyiu said:
Welcome to XDA!!
To install custom ROM, you will need to have a S-OFFed device to do so. S-OFFing need hardware tools, and it cost money. XTC2Clip and FireWater are the two known S-OFF tools that work on D820 for now.
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But some in Mainland forums said i can update to 5.0.2 while S-on,they told me to relock the bootloader and flash the firmware(something like files for 5.0.2?) and i can flash a custom rom

wing90427 said:
But some in Mainland forums said i can update to 5.0.2 while S-on,they told me to relock the bootloader and flash the firmware(something like files for 5.0.2?) and i can flash a custom rom
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If so, why dont you ask that guy from The Mainland forum, he should be the most well known of his own ROM.
Afaik, without S-OFF you can hardly do any modification to the system.

iXaidyiu said:
If so, why dont you ask that guy from The Mainland forum, he should be the most well known of his own ROM.
Afaik, without S-OFF you can hardly do any modification to the system.
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I tried of course,but that guy is like vanished.So i must have to s-off before i try to OTA?Any other ways to update to 5.0.2?

wing90427 said:
I tried of course,but that guy is like vanished.So i must have to s-off before i try to OTA?Any other ways to update to 5.0.2?
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OTA (Over The Air) and flashing ROM are of totally two different thing, OTA came from HTC herself while ROM are created by people like us. So now which one is you proceed to do, OTA or flashing ROM?

iXaidyiu said:
OTA (Over The Air) and flashing ROM are of totally two different thing, OTA came from HTC herself while ROM are created by people like us. So now which one is you proceed to do, OTA or flashing ROM?
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I wanna flash a rom which is 5.0.2,im now in 4.4.4.I flashed a few custom rom and seems that i messed up the system.So i want to flash that rom and i think i have to update to 5.0.2 in order to flash that,right?

wing90427 said:
I wanna flash a rom which is 5.0.2,im now in 4.4.4.I flashed a few custom rom and seems that i messed up the system.So i want to flash that rom and i think i have to update to 5.0.2 in order to flash that,right?
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Yes, you can search the web with your phone's CID and download the corresponding fw, after that rename the zip according to your phone MID, and place it onto your external SD Card, then boot into bootloader. The fw should be automatically flashed then.

iXaidyiu said:
Yes, you can search the web with your phone's CID and download the corresponding fw, after that rename the zip according to your phone MID, and place it onto your external SD Card, then boot into bootloader. The fw should be automatically flashed then.
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/de...ock-lollipop-5-0-2-ruus-guide-mt6752-t3279089
Is this what i am looking for?I wonder if a TWRP backup can fix any problem?

wing90427 said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/de...ock-lollipop-5-0-2-ruus-guide-mt6752-t3279089
Is this what i am looking for?I wonder if a TWRP backup can fix any problem?
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Want to know if it is suitable or not? Use your CID to identify!
A TWRP backup can fix almost everything but not all.
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Labs

iXaidyiu said:
Want to know if it is suitable or not? Use your CID to identify!
A TWRP backup can fix almost everything but not all.
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Labs
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I tried to flash the RUU in the previous link and failed.IT said device halted due to large image update.What should i do?

wing90427 said:
I tried to flash the RUU in the previous link and failed.IT said device halted due to large image update.What should i do?
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You may directly address your question at that thread. More people will be able to notified in such case.
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Labs

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You may directly address your question at that thread. More people will be able to notified in such case.
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What do you mean:crying:

Ask the questions you raised again in the thread you downloaded the ROM previously. In there, more people will get attention on your problem.

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Ask the questions you raised again in the thread you downloaded the ROM previously. In there, more people will get attention on your problem.
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Alright,thanks for that!