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[Q] Ready, Set, Go a.k.a Root+Rec+CM11 and few questions

Hey,
well....after 10 months with my Note 3 I need...no...I must repair it from SW side (no more touchwiz) - I have stock version (bought december 2013), no updates installed, so 4.3 installed
so my goal is CM11 M8...let's start:
1. Here are two screens - one from informations in settings (you will not understand language - it's slovak, but you can see various info there), second one is after dialing *#1234# to show you exact AP/CSC numbers
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2. Root - which method ? I would love to have one, which i can reflash/remove if necessary (for warranty)
3. Recovery - clockworkmod.com/rommanager version 6.0.4.6 , am I right?
4. Gapps - from here ? goo.im/gapps/ which one ?
5. CM11 M8 - this step is clear for me - installation process is...easy, maybe setting everything up will be little tricky, but I will do it somehow
thanks for all advices
will be looking foward
(I have less than 10 posts, so I was not able to link full links, but just type them to an adress bar and it will automatically redirect you there

dropadred said:
Hey,
well....after 10 months with my Note 3 I need...no...I must repair it from SW side (no more touchwiz) - I have stock version (bought december 2013), no updates installed, so 4.3 installed
so my goal is CM11 M8...let's start:
1. Here are two screens - one from informations in settings (you will not understand language - it's slovak, but you can see various info there), second one is after dialing *#1234# to show you exact AP/CSC numbers
View attachment 2937176
View attachment 2937186
2. Root - which method ? I would love to have one, which i can reflash/remove if necessary (for warranty)
3. Recovery - clockworkmod.com/rommanager version 6.0.4.6 , am I right?
4. Gapps - from here ? goo.im/gapps/ which one ?
5. CM11 M8 - this step is clear for me - installation process is...easy, maybe setting everything up will be little tricky, but I will do it somehow
thanks for all advices
will be looking foward
(I have less than 10 posts, so I was not able to link full links, but just type them to an adress bar and it will automatically redirect you there
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Your descriptive post confuzzles me so much...but I can answer all your questions.
I hope you're ready to trip KNOX!
1) Nice screens, thanks for the info! You're on 4.3 and that also means you're on 4.3 bootloader.
2) CF-AutoRoot: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466423
3) Use TWRP: https://goo.im/devs/OpenRecovery/hlte/
4) I recommend PA Gapps (Mini, but you can use bigger/smaller packs): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2397942
5) CM11 M8? Why not try temasek's ROM? It is mildly feature packed and very stable. It is my daily driver: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687074 (temasek) or http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=hlte (CM11)

You don't need to root. You can just flash the recovery through Odin, and then install CM through the recovery. Saves you a step or two.

nicholaschum said:
Your descriptive post confuzzles me so much...but I can answer all your questions.
I hope you're ready to trip KNOX!
1) Nice screens, thanks for the info! You're on 4.3 and that also means you're on 4.3 bootloader.
2) CF-AutoRoot: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466423
3) Use TWRP: https://goo.im/devs/OpenRecovery/hlte/
4) I recommend PA Gapps (Mini, but you can use bigger/smaller packs): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2397942
5) CM11 M8? Why not try temasek's ROM? It is mildly feature packed and very stable. It is my daily driver: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687074 (temasek) or http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=hlte (CM11)
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I'm so sorry I confused you, but your answers are great and thank you, after short research yesterday I found out, there is no way to not trip Knox with my bootloader (great job, samsung)
jisoo said:
You don't need to root. You can just flash the recovery through Odin, and then install CM through the recovery. Saves you a step or two.
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and you, mister, you gave me answer I was wishing for...so, just for sure - we are talking about custom recovery like CWM, right ? because if I can do it without root, then it is not problem anymore - I was really worried about rooting and tripping Knox
Now, question for you both; Will be there some huge difference in a way of experience with CM with or without root ? I am not kind of person, who want to make changes even to details, I was using TW and only problems for me was ugly design (blue-green combination), bad performance, in first few weeks random freezes and bad optimization
Design - I like this fs01.androidpit.info/userfiles/6473453/image/cm11_m8_heads_up.jpg , what would be stock desing in M8 - maybe I would love to change settings black backround for transparent background (but completely blured), so I will see only minor details from my "desktop" at background of my settings menu...shortly - I love transparent design - really "unisex" and compatible with any wallpaper I'll choose
Performance - I am not awaitting 40% performance increase, I'm more interested in seamless and snappy reactions with no lags and only minor performance increase in 3D apps

dropadred said:
I'm so sorry I confused you, but your answers are great and thank you, after short research yesterday I found out, there is no way to not trip Knox with my bootloader (great job, samsung)
and you, mister, you gave me answer I was wishing for...so, just for sure - we are talking about custom recovery like CWM, right ? because if I can do it without root, then it is not problem anymore - I was really worried about rooting and tripping Knox
Now, question for you both; Will be there some huge difference in a way of experience with CM with or without root ? I am not kind of person, who want to make changes even to details, I was using TW and only problems for me was ugly design (blue-green combination), bad performance, in first few weeks random freezes and bad optimization
Design - I like this fs01.androidpit.info/userfiles/6473453/image/cm11_m8_heads_up.jpg , what would be stock desing in M8 - maybe I would love to change settings black backround for transparent background (but completely blured), so I will see only minor details from my "desktop" at background of my settings menu...shortly - I love transparent design - really "unisex" and compatible with any wallpaper I'll choose
Performance - I am not awaitting 40% performance increase, I'm more interested in seamless and snappy reactions with no lags and only minor performance increase in 3D apps
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CM without root? That would be just like AOSP then. Root and no root makes no difference. I would get root just for the sake of getting root and if you want you can turn it off under Developer Options.
Head's Up is a cool open-source version of Hover available on most CM based ROMs, and yes you can pretty much do anything with your phone - especially using CM11's Theme Engine.
Performance wise you will get much more RAM than on TW, but that also means there would be more bugs as CM on the Note 3 hasn't been fully ironed out yet.

dropadred said:
and you, mister, you gave me answer I was wishing for...so, just for sure - we are talking about custom recovery like CWM, right ? because if I can do it without root, then it is not problem anymore - I was really worried about rooting and tripping Knox
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Knox is tripped by installing a custom recovery or kernel. You will need a custom recovery install CM, and CM needs a custom kernel to function. There's no workaround unless Samsung shares their signing keys to allow the community to build signed kernels and recoveries.
The only way to root a stock ROM without tripping knox is using towelroot, which uses a vulnerability in the stock kernel to gain write access to the system partition.
Cf-autoroot actually uses a custom recovery, though it restores the stock recovery after the rooting process is done. It obviously trips knox in the process.
Root itself depends on modifications to the system partition. CM (and other AOSP-based roms) provide root as an option. As flashing a new ROM overwrites the system partition, having or not having root in a previous ROM doesn't matter.

so, there is now way not avoiding warranty for me...
well, if I understand iz right - CM has root in itself and it depends on me, if I will activate it ? so in that case rooting is not necessary, because it is optional root in CM already ?

dropadred said:
so, there is now way not avoiding warranty for me...
well, if I understand iz right - CM has root in itself and it depends on me, if I will activate it ? so in that case rooting is not necessary, because it is optional root in CM already ?
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Correct on everything.

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FAQs:
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ROMs:
Official ROM: http://www.flyme.cn/firmwarelist-19.html
Instructions:
Download the newest version from http://www.flyme.cn/firmwarelist-19.html
You now have the update.zip, now connect your Meizu with your PC
Copy the update.zip to the main folder (internal) of your Meizu
Optional: you might want to do a factory reset, otherwise your gonna flash over your old install. To do a factory reset, go to settings -> about phone -> memory/storage
Reboot and press Vol+ & Power at the same time.
Choose System upgrade and press Start
Wait for it to install, you're done!
Root
How do I root my device?
Settings > Accounts > My Flyme > "YOURUSERNAME" > System privileges
How do I unroot my device?
Simply flash the firmware again. Clearing data is not required.
Post here for all your questions, reviews, unboxing, news and discussions on this highly anticipated phone from Meizu.
update 23-11-15
I version is here :
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9U0tm7Dgqjld0xQNHcyeEhmNEk/view
and the way is here:
https://translate.google.com/transl...p?route=pavblog/blog&id=18&edit-text=&act=url
xposed is here :
https://meizufans.eu/forum/topic/37...rk-on-4-5-4-1a-firmware-working-on-m2note-too
tested and work on 4.5.4.1A & 4.5.4i firmware
update 01-06-16
Flyme OS 5.1.6.0 Global is here :
http://www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1
Root for Flyme OS 5.1.6.0 Global is here :
https://forum.meizufans.eu/topic/5493/how-to-root-flyme-os-5-1-6-0g
update 12-08-16
Flyme OS 5.1.8.0 Global is here :
http://www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1
update 6-09-16
Flyme OS 5.1.9.0 Global is here :
http://www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1
update 29-09-16
Flyme OS Flyme 5.1.10.0 Global is here :
http://www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1
update 03-10-16
Flyme OS Flyme 5.1.11.0 Global is here :
http://www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1

No language
Hi
Can i flash m2 note International rom on my m2 mini? I need language from International version and there is no such for m2 mini

No you can't. Use the morelocale2 so get out I version for the mini
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The following applications can be freeze without problems occur in the operation of the device:
App Center
Basic Daydream
Browser
Cloud Account/Service
Game Center
Life
Meizu Game Frame
Messages
Print Spooler
Sina Weibo Share
System Keyboard / Wallpaper
Tips / Weather

firmware flyme
Hello.
Please can you tell me if it is possible. I have meizu m2 mini with flyme 4.5.3 C.
I want to change it to version A or I is this possible?
The link you refer firmware is of meizu charme (is this the same as meizu m2 mini?)
version A what means the letter A?
thanks

ministerbeel said:
Hello.
Please can you tell me if it is possible. I have meizu m2 mini with flyme 4.5.3 C.
I want to change it to version A or I is this possible?
The link you refer firmware is of meizu charme (is this the same as meizu m2 mini?)
version A what means the letter A?
thanks
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yes it is possible
I version It has not been issued yet
There are 4 types of firmwares:
A = Generic
U = China Unicom
C = China Mobile
I = International

paiktaras said:
yes it is possible
I version It has not been issued yet
There are 4 types of firmwares:
A = Generic
U = China Unicom
C = China Mobile
I = International
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Thanks a lot for your answer.
Can you tell me the diverence between the A version en the C?
I live in the netherlands wich would you prefer?
To update, can i save file in internal memory and run it on phone itself?
greetings

ministerbeel said:
Thanks a lot for your answer.
Can you tell me the diverence between the A version en the C?
I live in the netherlands wich would you prefer?
To update, can i save file in internal memory and run it on phone itself?
greetings
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I do not know what the differences.
Logically would be minimal, better to have the A I think, is generic and and all the rest in this based....
From what store bought device ?

paiktaras said:
I do not know what the differences.
Logically would be minimal, better to have the A I think, is generic and and all the rest in this based....
From what store bought device ?
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from Pandawil

What about freezing/removing Reader application?

Removing unwanted Apps
matheush said:
What about freezing/removing Reader application?
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I have a C version and was able to intall a real root access with Kingo and than remove the unwanted apps with a good uninstall app.
Now I have almost non chineese signs, my battery lasts mutch longer and it feels more "my phone"
One problem to solve. I can't lock the screen. Probaly because the phonenumber isn't bound. There is no way to fill the number field with a + and my international number. So I can't get a code to bind.
Is ther somebody with the same problem?

Hey everyone. I have one strange and annoying problem:
I went running, so I turned on Endomondo and Rocket Player. I started new training and started running. After few minutes both apps stopped working(without any alerts or anything). I tried few times again with Endomondo and every time when I unlocked phone the app was like freshly started. I have no clue what to do now. Now I'm trying playing some music on rocket player - after few minutes app just stops again......
Oh, and if you shake your phone do you have a feeling that something is "clunking" inside?

I heard that the A version of rom got less crappy apps than U or C. In general if you want use this phone use version A and wait for I.

Hey guys,
got this device since yesterday and wanted to remove the chinese-bloatware. But if I deinstall them with TB, they just reappear after reboot. Isn't this possible with the last firmware (Flyme OS 4.5.3.2A)?
Thank you very much!

Hello everyone,
I did all the works in trying to root it (according to every available instruction available), and still no app (and I did try a lot) has root access. Basically, just the same as this guy:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gen...2-note-mini-root-failed-t3217530#post63159227
Has anyone encountered any such problems? Firmware is 4.5.3.1A, phone purchased off Pandawill.
Thanks in advance!
All the best,
Mihai Toma

hghfhgfhgghfhgfghfh said:
Hello everyone,
I did all the works in trying to root it (according to every available instruction available), and still no app (and I did try a lot) has root access. Basically, just the same as this guy:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gen...2-note-mini-root-failed-t3217530#post63159227
Has anyone encountered any such problems? Firmware is 4.5.3.1A, phone purchased off Pandawill.
Thanks in advance!
All the best,
Mihai Toma
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first of all update the device to the last firmware 4.5.3.2A and after for this tried again to root

paiktaras said:
first of all update the device to the last firmware 4.5.3.2A and after for this tried again to root
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Thank you, this worked. Below is a short summary, in case anybody is interested.
First did an upgrade, all the settings and apps remained as they were, and the root worked. Well, Play Store had it's issues, which could have been solved. After, did a clean upgrade, and it still worked. So I guess that's the solution. Be wary that you have to use "Google Installer" in the Meizu "App Center" to install Google Play.
BUUUUUT. Now the mobile data services won't work. I did uninstall some System applications, but I stayed within those proposed by the OP in the first posts. Does anybody know where to go to solve this?
Thanks!
All the best,
Mihai Toma

hghfhgfhgghfhgfghfh said:
Thank you, this worked. Below is a short summary, in case anybody is interested.
First did an upgrade, all the settings and apps remained as they were, and the root worked. Well, Play Store had it's issues, which could have been solved. After, did a clean upgrade, and it still worked. So I guess that's the solution. Be wary that you have to use "Google Installer" in the Meizu "App Center" to install Google Play.
BUUUUUT. Now the mobile data services won't work. I did uninstall some System applications, but I stayed within those proposed by the OP in the first posts. Does anybody know where to go to solve this?
Thanks!
All the best,
Mihai Toma
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Aaaaaand, I made it all work out. Don't really know how - after quite a few APN settings, it finally worked. Even though I'm 99% sure I did the right settings the first time. Hell knows.
So, for any others - watch out over your APN settings after a clean install. You must use your carrier's defaults (found on their website). And maybe a bit of luck/voodoo? Dunno what I did wrong the first times.

snoK123 said:
Hey guys,
got this device since yesterday and wanted to remove the chinese-bloatware. But if I deinstall them with TB, they just reappear after reboot. Isn't this possible with the last firmware (Flyme OS 4.5.3.2A)?
Thank you very much!
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Try to freeze them only. This works for me on my m2 note. Did not try it yet on the m2 mini
---------- Post added at 09:13 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:10 PM ----------
I got my device with 4.5.3.2 a. it has only a limited list of languages.
Has anyone the version 4.5.3 a? please update what languages it has

try to install google services, but the google installer from app center failed when try install google services. after that "a key to install" came up and i press it, but same thing happen, always failed. even uninstall and reinstall the google installer
EDIT :
I found out that the newest version that is google installer 2.0 from App Center doesn't work well. i download the 1.4.4 it's install successfully on my m2 mini running flyme 4.5.3.2a

[Q&A/T] Amazon Fire 5th Gen [SuperTool] (Un/Official Help Thread for HD8/HD10)

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Note: Only the 2015 Amazon Fire (7in) 5th Gen is Officially supported by the Supertool.
If you have used the Supertool, Please post your results here.
Options available (12 Oct 2016)
1. Adb/fastboot and root test
2. install Google play Store
3. Block OTA updates from Amazon (Requires Root)
4. Boot Device to Custom Recovery from adb (Requires FireOS 5.0.1 - 7in only)
5. Install FlashFire app or Xposed (Requires Root)
6. Root Your Amazon Fire 5th Gen
7. Change Stock Launcher to Nova or Back to Stock (Requires Root)
8. remove Lock Screen Ads (Requires Root)
9. Update Supertool Files
Working Options
Rooting (Kingroot)
5.3.1.0: Doesn't seem to work at this time - 11 Oct 2016
5.3.0.X: May work...
5.0.X - 5.1.X: Should be able to root

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Definitely been waiting for more information on customizations with the HD10. Had one in the box here waiting for more definitive success.

5th generation fire hd8 8gb here running 5.3.1.0
OTA updates shut off and GApps installed and working. Had lock screen ads shut off for a night but they came back...
No luck yet with root (of course) but willing to post results as software develops.

Thanks for this thread. I have a new HD8 and unfortunately nothing (apart from the Google store) really works atm. Not the tools fault obviously, everything will probably work as soon as we get root.

Mine hasn't been turned on yet. . .so I don't know the OS level, but not sure if that helps with regards to getting root.

Hello everyone,
im looking into buying a Fire HD8 (2016). I need it for writing some python code on the go, so I really need a proper ROM or at the very least Play Store. I know that the 2016 HD8 with v5.3.1.0 isnt rootable yet. How can I inform myself about the progress? Do we know that its still possible? I wouldnt like to buy the tablet just to find out that its the first one where amazon did some black magic and made it unusable for the task
So yeah any idea who is working on it, where, any information basically?
And another question: what kind of OS is the new HD 8 running? Is it again an android with some amazon launcher or did they release a full ROM?
Thanks for the support and all!
Regards

mbholm said:
Mine hasn't been turned on yet. . .so I don't know the OS level, but not sure if that helps with regards to getting root.
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when you power it on, skip connecting to WiFi
then check system version

shcnex said:
Hello everyone,
im looking into buying a Fire HD8 (2016). I need it for writing some python code on the go, so I really need a proper ROM or at the very least Play Store. I know that the 2016 HD8 with v5.3.1.0 isnt rootable yet. How can I inform myself about the progress? Do we know that its still possible? I wouldnt like to buy the tablet just to find out that its the first one where amazon did some black magic and made it unusable for the task
So yeah any idea who is working on it, where, any information basically?
And another question: what kind of OS is the new HD 8 running? Is it again an android with some amazon launcher or did they release a full ROM?
Thanks for the support and all!
Regards
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only ones that we know are actively working on rooting are the Kingroot team, they are mostly looking for general Android exploits, and don't really give ETAs
Playstore can be installed without rooting
replacement of Amazon launcher should be possible without rooting
Fire OS 5.X.X is a modified Android 5.X.X rom

replacement of Amazon launcher should be possible without rooting
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That might be the best news I've heard, I'll give a shot tonight when my son is asleep, any place I should look for instructions?
Thanks:good:

sd_shadow said:
when you power it on, skip connecting to WiFi
then check system version
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Thanks. Can do. What I have wondered is if any specific version is more root-able than another. . .mine is probably old. . .had it on shelf for a long time.

sd_shadow said:
only ones that we know are actively working on rooting are the Kingroot team, they are mostly looking for general Android exploits, and don't really give ETAs
Playstore can be installed without rooting
replacement of Amazon launcher should be possible without rooting
Fire OS 5.X.X is a modified Android 5.X.X rom
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Hi sd_shadow, thanks for the quick reply! I hope I didnt come across as entitled, wasnt asking for an ETA or anything but my post reads this way.
I am trying to consolidate all the information I'm gonna need on Friday (when my HD8 arrives).
1) disable OTA updates by renaming apps
2) install play services, store, framework etc; let them update
3) ?
Anything I need to make sure it never ever updates OTA?
--
As of how to do it on 6th gen, so far I found this:
Disabling OTA update (by renaming the releavant apps):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67364134&postcount=12
"Installing Google Play Easy (works on 6th gen)"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69029147&postcount=88
- thats the best (only?) instruction for 6th gen I could find;
"Install Google Apps Without ADB/PC"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/development/install-google-apps-adb-pc-t3314420
- for 5th gen, someone in the thread claimed that it bricks 6th gen, still found the explanation interesting and somewhat similar to the one in the previous thread/link;

mbholm said:
Thanks. Can do. What I have wondered is if any specific version is more root-able than another. . .mine is probably old. . .had it on shelf for a long time.
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5.1.2 or lower will be easier to root

pastapal said:
That might be the best news I've heard, I'll give a shot tonight when my son is asleep, any place I should look for instructions?
Thanks:good:
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[TUT] Remove default launcher on Amazon Fire 8" & 10" (NO ROOT) by nyln

sd_shadow said:
5.1.2 or lower will be easier to root
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Thanks. Will see if I have a chance to pull it out of the box tonight. Does root still provide significant advantages even without the availability of any custom roms?

shcnex said:
Hi sd_shadow, thanks for the quick reply! I hope I didnt come across as entitled, wasnt asking for an ETA or anything but my post reads this way.
I am trying to consolidate all the information I'm gonna need on Friday (when my HD8 arrives).
1) disable OTA updates by renaming apps
2) install play services, store, framework etc; let them update
3) ?
Anything I need to make sure it never ever updates OTA?
--
As of how to do it on 6th gen, so far I found this:
Disabling OTA update (by renaming the releavant apps):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67364134&postcount=12
"Installing Google Play Easy (works on 6th gen)"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69029147&postcount=88
- thats the best (only?) instruction for 6th gen I could find;
"Install Google Apps Without ADB/PC"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/development/install-google-apps-adb-pc-t3314420
- for 5th gen, someone in the thread claimed that it bricks 6th gen, still found the explanation interesting and somewhat similar to the one in the previous thread/link;
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Disabling updates requires
a) changing file extension for updater apps e.g. .bak
b) delete update apps
only 4 apps are needed for google framework
google account manager, google play services, google play store, and google services framework
the supertool can install them without rooting

I'm using the new 2016 Fire HD 8 OS version 5.3.1.1
I just used the SuperTool to install Playstore.
any idea when amazon is going to enable Alexa Voice Assistant on this model? Its kind of the main reason I bought it

jimberkas said:
I'm using the new 2016 Fire HD 8 OS version 5.3.1.1
I just used the SuperTool to install Playstore.
any idea when amazon is going to enable Alexa Voice Assistant on this model? Its kind of the main reason I bought it
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Amazon doesn't give ETAs usually

Official Stock Firmware:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63061579&postcount=3
Thank you! I was able to use your link to download the official stock firmware this to downgrade my HD 8 5th Gen/2015 KFMEWI from 5.1.3 to 5.1.2 via ADB sideload and then I used RootJunky's supertool to root using Kingroot, then disabled OTA, removed Ads, replaced Kingroot with SuperSU and installed FlashFire.
Now I'm just waiting for a stable Marshmallow (AOSP 6.0) ROM to come along. I'm SUPER jealous of all the attention the HD 7 (tate) is getting, I foolishly tried to flash the CM13 unofficial tate version using FlashFire and fortunately I just got a blank screen and nothing happened. But I really would love to test some different ROM's... do you have any recommendations I should try?

[ROM] Custom ROM for MTK6580 Smartwatch (X5 Air / LEM5 Pro)

There has been quite a bit of development on the full smartwatch front recently; notably the OpenWatch project that is in full swing and pretty much covered all the main manufactures and variants that are available.
Hopefully a new OS will be available shortly; however in the meantime Id like to offer this ported Resurrection Remix to the community as I have been asked a number of times to release it for testing.
I have been using this for about a fortnight now and so far am very pleased with the results. Battery life has been tripled with hibernation, and root access provides more potential.
Please note that the UI has not been optimized for round screens however anything awkward can be done via PC and a screen cast app. Im using Vysor.
Installation:
Install .zip via TWPR in the usual fashion. Factory reset wipe is recommended.
As always please process a full backup of your existing software inc. all partitions you have available (NVRAM etc) before flashing so you have a safe return point.
Details:
Resurrection Remix ROM 5.5.9 for MTK6580
Android Version: 5.1.1
Kernel: 3.10.72+
Ported for: Finox X5 AIR / LEMFO LEM5 Pro
Known Bugs:
Bluetooth - file transferring is 50/50
Display not optimised
No clock engine - please use Ricktops Universal Launcher to regain this function.
Palm brightness - use home button to turn screen on and off.
Suggestions:
Please allow 5+ minutes for OS for intial loading after flash.
Kernel editor - reduce max CPU frequency to 600Mhz
Install Xposed framework for Lollipop 5.1.1
Greenify (and enable framework in Xposed)
Change DPI to 200 - play around with this to see what suits you best
Enable expanded desktop for all apps
Use Battery Saving Mode and Airplane Mode when possible.
Once you have set up everything do a further backup to save you setting everything up again.
All credits to the Resurrection Team for their ROM. I have not altered any aspect of the original, simply ported this over to my device.
This should work on any 5.1.1 smartwatch if properly ported using your stock files. Please see ported folder in download link to see which file I have corrected. Replacing these files with your own stock resources should work.
Download Link: http://bit.ly/2vjWHue
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@migueldbr
Here is the ported Resurrection ROM for the Thor Pro - I honestly have no idea if this will work as I cant test it, but in theory it should?
You mentioned that you have a full backup already, I would suggest copying the BACKUP folder from the TWRP folder on your SD card to your PC so you can transfer it back in the event you need to do a full wipe if this bootloops. If you are using SPFT then chances are you will return back to stock recovery unless you modify the stock fw. From experience, its easier to just do a fresh flash when these thing dont work.
If you see the RR logo, wait a good 5-10 minutes for it to load. If it doesnt, chances are the port failed. In which case Im sorry.
Id also grab the Universal Launcher from an apk mirror so you can get the watch functions back and also using Vysor to set it up makes it much easier. Suggestions are in post above.
With regards to the connect phone app, it should work - Im using watchdroid to ping notifications over and it works with no issues.
Good luck! And let us know how you get on. Fortune favours the bold.
Download Link:
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NB. Stock ROM was version Thor_Pro_XY_C5_X300_v1.5_20180619

CerebralFlex said:
@migueldbr
Here is the ported Resurrection ROM for the Thor Pro - I honestly have no idea if this will work as I cant test it, but in theory it should?
You mentioned that you have a full backup already, I would suggest copying the BACKUP folder from the TWRP folder on your SD card to your PC so you can transfer it back in the event you need to do a full wipe if this bootloops. If you are using SPFT then chances are you will return back to stock recovery unless you modify the stock fw. From experience, its easier to just do a fresh flash when these thing dont work.
If you see the RR logo, wait a good 5-10 minutes for it to load. If it doesnt, chances are the port failed. In which case Im sorry.
Id also grab the Universal Launcher from an apk mirror so you can get the watch functions back and also using Vysor to set it up makes it much easier. Suggestions are in post above.
With regards to the connect phone app, it should work - Im using watchdroid to ping notifications over and it works with no issues.
Good luck! And let us know how you get on. Fortune favours the bold.
Download Link:
http://bit.ly/2p1uCnN
NB. Stock ROM was version Thor_Pro_XY_C5_X300_v1.5_20180619
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Awesome man, thanks a lot! I will test it tomorrow because it is 23:30 here in Portugal so its late. But tomorrow once I get back from work I will test it. Btw does it include the "connect phone" app to be able to use with wiiwatch? Or do I have to install later as system app or something?

migueldbr said:
Awesome man, thanks a lot! I will test it tomorrow because it is 23:30 here in Portugal so its late. But tomorrow once I get back from work I will test it. Btw does it include the "connect phone" app to be able to use with wiiwatch? Or do I have to install later as system app or something?
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I hope it works for you; would open it up for more people to hopefully improve it.
Im sorry Im not familiar with connect phone or wiiwatch? If its a app that came with the watch you could maybe look for it on the manufactors website? However WiiWatch - Watch Assistant is available on the app store (or an apk mirror) if this is what you mean? Could try that.
Keep us posted.

CerebralFlex said:
I hope it works for you; would open it up for more people to hopefully improve it.
Im sorry Im not familiar with connect phone or wiiwatch? If its a app that came with the watch you could maybe look for it on the manufactors website? However WiiWatch - Watch Assistant is available on the app store (or an apk mirror) if this is what you mean? Could try that.
Keep us posted.
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The connect phone app comes pre installed on the stock rom and that's what makes it able for the wiiwatch app to find the phone...and I have no other alternative because I have an iPhone:/. Anyway I will try the rom!

It didn't work...some errors like "error 7" and some "symlinks missing". I think I am going to sell it because it simply does not work properly with the iphone, it causes major battery drain on my phone because of the wiiwatch app to connect=/
But thanks a lot for your help!

migueldbr said:
It didn't work...some errors like "error 7" and some "symlinks missing". I think I am going to sell it because it simply does not work properly with the iphone, it causes major battery drain on my phone because of the wiiwatch app to connect=/
But thanks a lot for your help!
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Damn error 7 - i removed the asserts from the updater script - so it could be a number of other things.
Im sorry it didnt work mate. I would be up for trouble shooting it with you but would be so hard pin pointing the problem without a device to test it on here. Best just wait for OpenWatch to be released, or as you said sell it. I wonder what the delivery would be from Portugal to UK? : )
I appreciate you giving it a shot, ill remove the link so no-one else tries.
All the best.

CerebralFlex said:
Damn error 7 - i removed the asserts from the updater script - so it could be a number of other things.
Im sorry it didnt work mate. I would be up for trouble shooting it with you but would be so hard pin pointing the problem without a device to test it on here. Best just wait for OpenWatch to be released, or as you said sell it. I wonder what the delivery would be from Portugal to UK? : )
I appreciate you giving it a shot, ill remove the link so no-one else tries.
All the best.
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I am now waiting for the battery to run out because I don't know the combination to boot into twrp xD. Also, unlike cellphones, forcing the power button doesn't turn it off, it just keeps rebooting. Thanks a lot for your help. I contacted zeblaze and they said they would look into the issues. First they sent me a firmware to try (which was older than the one you based the rom on, which was the same that came with my watch lol). Zeblaze seems to be very unorganized, even their site does not have firmware available to download...its a shame really, I wish i had bought a lemfo or kingwear!

migueldbr said:
I am now waiting for the battery to run out because I don't know the combination to boot into twrp xD. Also, unlike cellphones, forcing the power button doesn't turn it off, it just keeps rebooting. Thanks a lot for your help. I contacted zeblaze and they said they would look into the issues. First they sent me a firmware to try (which was older than the one you based the rom on, which was the same that came with my watch lol). Zeblaze seems to be very unorganized, even their site does not have firmware available to download...its a shame really, I wish i had bought a lemfo or kingwear!
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If you want to speed it up remove the backplate and follow the battery ribbon to the motherboard. If you use something pointy but rounded you can just pop the contact up (disconnecting the battery) then push it back on. But you will most likely need to reflash with SPFT unless you have a way of booting into TWRP from power off.
It is ashame they arent more on the ball with updates etc, ive heard this alot with zeblaze. definetely go LEMFO or KW next - ive been told these have a very secure future and support is now officially by the RASC community from what I know.

Yeah that’s bad they don’t want to support the Thor pro is a really good budget device with big screen and outside readable, we still have the original firmware and not updated, yeah I have an IPhone to and the Bluetooth connection is not so good but it works the Bluetooth calling works too good and I have to install an app Volume booster because is so low and for the position of the hardware is really bad this device has potential. I am waiting for my Lemfo LemX

Good work on the port. Im trying to get RR on my Microwear H2 (1gb 16gb) I have a working TWRP recovery. Could you point me in the direction of the port guide you followed for your watch so i can try and port it myself. Thanks
Also, have you managed to port any higher versions of android for your watch? I am aware of the Openwatch project, which brought me to your post.
EDIT: Just read the last few lines of your 1st post. Will have a go as you have suggested. Thanks

CerebralFlex said:
There has been quite a bit of development on the full smartwatch front recently; notably the OpenWatch project that is in full swing and pretty much covered all the main manufactures and variants that are available.
Hopefully a new OS will be available shortly; however in the meantime Id like to offer this ported Resurrection Remix to the community as I have been asked a number of times to release it for testing.
I have been using this for about a fortnight now and so far am very pleased with the results. Battery life has been tripled with hibernation, and root access provides more potential.
Please note that the UI has not been optimized for round screens however anything awkward can be done via PC and a screen cast app. Im using Vysor.
Installation:
Install .zip via TWPR in the usual fashion. Factory reset wipe is recommended.
As always please process a full backup of your existing software inc. all partitions you have available (NVRAM etc) before flashing so you have a safe return point.
Details:
Resurrection Remix ROM 5.5.9 for MTK6580
Android Version: 5.1.1
Kernel: 3.10.72+
Ported for: Finox X5 AIR / LEMFO LEM5 Pro
Known Bugs:
Bluetooth - file transferring is 50/50
Display not optimised
No clock engine - please use Ricktops Universal Launcher to regain this function.
Palm brightness - use home button to turn screen on and off.
Suggestions:
Please allow 5+ minutes for OS for intial loading after flash.
Kernel editor - reduce max CPU frequency to 600Mhz
Install Xposed framework for Lollipop 5.1.1
Greenify (and enable framework in Xposed)
Change DPI to 200 - play around with this to see what suits you best
Enable expanded desktop for all apps
Use Battery Saving Mode and Airplane Mode when possible.
Once you have set up everything do a further backup to save you setting everything up again.
All credits to the Resurrection Team for their ROM. I have not altered any aspect of the original, simply ported this over to my device.
This should work on any 5.1.1 smartwatch if properly ported using your stock files. Please see ported folder in download link to see which file I have corrected. Replacing these files with your own stock resources should work.
Download Link: http://bit.ly/2vjWHue
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Sir,
Can i requst a custom rom for Mango Galicia phone? i found no custom rom in corner of internet fot this phone.
The device is mtk-6580.

Looks like the link is dead, any chance in re-uploading it ? =E
I just bought this Smartwatch and with an rom as option, it would make my day =)

2018 A500 upgrade thread(downloads to most files required to upgrade)

A500 Upgrade Thread​
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I have been collecting files for the a500 for a while now and I finally decided to release them since Tegraowners seems to officially be down. I have most of the roms from Tegraowners as well as some files to unlock the bootloader.​
ROMS​
DISCLAIMER: I did not create the cm 12 or omnirom for this device all credit goes to thor2002ro for these roms.
Katkiss 5.1.1:https://forum.xda-developers.com/iconia-a500/development/rom-katkiss-rom-t3794425
CM 12.1: http://www.mediafire.com/file/h866pllu9zvjqjn/CM12.1-Tegraowners_ROM_v7t1.rar/file
OmniRom 5.1.1: http://www.mediafire.com/file/ghd72j3g618kk9g/OMNIROM-5.1.1-Tegraowners_ROM_v13t2.zip/file
OmniRom 4.4.4: http://www.mediafire.com/file/7bw7hitf09dc3bh/OMNIROM-4.4.4-Tegraowners_ROM_v23.1t1.zip/file​
Unlocking bootloader/Recovery​
Bootloader unlock files: http://www.mediafire.com/file/o7m2ouwo6zuod4d/A500-Bootloader-Nvflash.zip/file (This is untested but I think it should work, the instructions are in the zip file)
Twrp 2.8: http://www.mediafire.com/file/e7wpny5f39vw3pc/update-recovery-TWRP-rev2.0-beta4.zip/file ​
Bootloader unlock tutorial​Step 1: Get your cpuid - https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1624645
Step 2: Convert it into an SBK - https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1810618
Step 3: Download the a500 drivers - http://www.mediafire.com/file/pde8rojv1t8gnif/USB_Acer_1.00.0524_A30H_A31H_A32H_A500_A501.zip/file
Step 4: Download the files to install the bootloader - http://www.mediafire.com/file/o7m2ouwo6zuod4d/A500-Bootloader-Nvflash.zip/file
Step 5: Follow the instructions in "how to.txt"
Step 6: Download a rom and flash in twrp
This tutorial is based of this thread so big thanks to KaijiKun .

Do you think you can post a tutorial on how to install custom roms for this tablet? I've been trying to figure this out ever since I got one of these and I find it way too confusing. I want to get 5.1.1 up and running.

Onehit21 said:
Do you think you can post a tutorial on how to install custom roms for this tablet? I've been trying to figure this out ever since I got one of these and I find it way too confusing. I want to get 5.1.1 up and running.
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Sure I will add it to this post that is actually what I am working on now.

turnert said:
Sure I will add it to this post that is actually what I am working on now.
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I just updated the thread, the tutorial is up.

I was able to successfully install some of these roms on my tablet. I was wondering what version of gapps should I download? I have a version of gapps from a different forum site that I've been using. Which version of gapps from their website would I use on the omnirom (5.1.1)?

Onehit21 said:
I was able to successfully install some of these roms on my tablet. I was wondering what version of gapps should I download? I have a version of gapps from a different forum site that I've been using. Which version of gapps from their website would I use on the omnirom (5.1.1)?
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I just use opengapps, but don't forget to format the data partition to f2fs in recovery so that googe play works correctly

PLS. HELP !!!!
turnert said:
A500 Upgrade Thread​
I have been collecting files for the a500 for a while now and I finally decided to release them since Tegraowners seems to officially be down. I have most of the roms from Tegraowners as well as some files to unlock the bootloader.​
ROMS​
DISCLAIMER: I did not create the cm 12 or omnirom for this device all credit goes to thor2002ro for these roms.
Katkiss 5.1.1:https://forum.xda-developers.com/iconia-a500/development/rom-katkiss-rom-t3794425
CM 12.1: http://www.mediafire.com/file/h866pllu9zvjqjn/CM12.1-Tegraowners_ROM_v7t1.rar/file
OmniRom 5.1.1: http://www.mediafire.com/file/ghd72j3g618kk9g/OMNIROM-5.1.1-Tegraowners_ROM_v13t2.zip/file
OmniRom 4.4.4: http://www.mediafire.com/file/7bw7hitf09dc3bh/OMNIROM-4.4.4-Tegraowners_ROM_v23.1t1.zip/file​
Unlocking bootloader/Recovery​
Bootloader unlock files: http://www.mediafire.com/file/o7m2ouwo6zuod4d/A500-Bootloader-Nvflash.zip/file (This is untested but I think it should work, the instructions are in the zip file)
Twrp 2.8: http://www.mediafire.com/file/e7wpny5f39vw3pc/update-recovery-TWRP-rev2.0-beta4.zip/file ​
Bootloader unlock tutorial​Step 1: Get your cpuid - https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1624645
Step 2: Convert it into an SBK - https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1810618
Step 3: Download the a500 drivers - http://www.mediafire.com/file/pde8rojv1t8gnif/USB_Acer_1.00.0524_A30H_A31H_A32H_A500_A501.zip/file
Step 4: Download the files to install the bootloader - http://www.mediafire.com/file/o7m2ouwo6zuod4d/A500-Bootloader-Nvflash.zip/file
Step 5: Follow the instructions in "how to.txt"
Step 6: Download a rom and flash in twrp
This tutorial is based of this thread so big thanks to KaijiKun .
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FRUSTRATED ACER A500 USER HERE. (if i cant upgrade it, i guess i have to move on and buy a new updated tab):
this is going to be my first time to do this and im taking my risk to upgrade my android version for my a500 tab. before i decide to throw this away im going to give this risk a shot. but please if someone is reading, can you help me with the SUPER DETAILED INSTRUCTION" as this is my first time.
I was able to read the post, and download the files on the link provided and tried my best to follow them. im super lost, and i am not sure if im doing them correctly. first, i tried getting my CPUID , and i only got a 11 digits, and tried to add "0" in front of the first digit, but still it wont convert it to SBK, i tried adding "0000" and it gives me a SBKcode. but im not sure if its correct coz i just added "0000" to make it 15-digit. second i open the a500 flash tool, and tried to incorporate the boot, kerner, then click next, now theres another options to upload the file like, recovery, userdata, etc.. I JUST CHECKED THE BOOTLOADER ZIP FILE AND I DONT KNOW HOW TO INCORPORATE THEM CORRECTLY TO THE APX FLAH TOOL. IM TOTALLY LOST!!!!! HELP?!
IF YOURE WILLING TO HELP ME OUT, CAN WE DO IT ON A LIVE CHAT? LIKE IN FB MESSENGER, WHATSAPP? VIBER? THANKS AND HPOING FOR A POSITIVE RESPONSE

[email protected] said:
FRUSTRATED ACER A500 USER HERE. (if i cant upgrade it, i guess i have to move on and buy a new updated tab):
this is going to be my first time to do this and im taking my risk to upgrade my android version for my a500 tab. before i decide to throw this away im going to give this risk a shot. but please if someone is reading, can you help me with the SUPER DETAILED INSTRUCTION" as this is my first time.
I was able to read the post, and download the files on the link provided and tried my best to follow them. im super lost, and i am not sure if im doing them correctly. first, i tried getting my CPUID , and i only got a 11 digits, and tried to add "0" in front of the first digit, but still it wont convert it to SBK, i tried adding "0000" and it gives me a SBKcode. but im not sure if its correct coz i just added "0000" to make it 15-digit. second i open the a500 flash tool, and tried to incorporate the boot, kerner, then click next, now theres another options to upload the file like, recovery, userdata, etc.. I JUST CHECKED THE BOOTLOADER ZIP FILE AND I DONT KNOW HOW TO INCORPORATE THEM CORRECTLY TO THE APX FLAH TOOL. IM TOTALLY LOST!!!!! HELP?!
IF YOURE WILLING TO HELP ME OUT, CAN WE DO IT ON A LIVE CHAT? LIKE IN FB MESSENGER, WHATSAPP? VIBER? THANKS AND HPOING FOR A POSITIVE RESPONSE
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I can help but first a need a bit of info.
What version of Android is your tablet on?
Is it rooted?
What did you get as your cpuid?
And also I think you have the wrong files because this guide doesn't use a500 flash tool. In the a500-bootloader-nvflash zip just click a501.bat and follow the instructions.

Thanks for fast response
turnert said:
I can help but first a need a bit of info.
What version of Android is your Android on?
Is it rooted?
What did you get as your cpuid?
And also I think you have the wrong files because this guide doesn't use a500 flash tool. In the a500-bootloader-nvflash zip just click a501.bat and follow the instructions.
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THANK FOR FAST RESPONSE!
----What version of Android is your Android on? - here are the info of my acer tab:
IT IS ACER A500 - ANDROID 4.0.3 kernel ver: 2.6.39.4+
build# Acer_AV041_A500_1.033.00_PA_CUS1
---Is it rooted? NOT ROOTED
---What did you get as your cpuid? i used the USBDeview and i saw "usb port acer iconia tab a500" i double click on it and it gives me a full detail of the the USB device.
Serial no.: 12612914715
Product ID: 3341
Vendor ID: 0502

[email protected] said:
THANK FOR FAST RESPONSE!
----What version of Android is your Android on? - here are the info of my acer tab:
IT IS ACER A500 - ANDROID 4.0.3 kernel ver: 2.6.39.4+
build# Acer_AV041_A500_1.033.00_PA_CUS1
---Is it rooted? NOT ROOTED
---What did you get as your cpuid? i used the USBDeview and i saw "usb port acer iconia tab a500" i double click on it and it gives me a full detail of the the USB device.
Serial no.: 12612914715
Product ID: 3341
Vendor ID: 0502
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your probably going to have to root it use ics root in this link
http://www.mediafire.com/file/8q1190khi3i01wo/Acer+Iconia+A500+Tools+by+blackthund3r.rar
you are probably going to have to disable any antivirus programs you have

Thanks for fast response
turnert said:
your probably going to have to root it use ics root in this link
you are probably going to have to disable any antivirus programs you have
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sorry for late reply. ive been trying to do the rooting by using the ICS root blackthundr ONLY, and press the button at the bottom with check marks of what it is going to install, but the info at the bottom says "loading file info" and nothing is happening. usb debugging is on, and tab is on while on its homepage, so what i did i just click the button part to do the process, until it says done. but when i check the tablet nothing happened. no new apps was install. can we do a live chat, like in whatsapp or viber so i can also take photos of what im doing and what is going on, so you can track down everything?

[email protected] said:
sorry for late reply. ive been trying to do the rooting by using the ICS root blackthundr ONLY, and press the button at the bottom with check marks of what it is going to install, but the info at the bottom says "loading file info" and nothing is happening. usb debugging is on, and tab is on while on its homepage, so what i did i just click the button part to do the process, until it says done. but when i check the tablet nothing happened. no new apps was install. can we do a live chat, like in whatsapp or viber so i can also take photos of what im doing and what is going on, so you can track down everything?
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It's pretty late where I am(11:25pm as of now) but I have work off tomorrow so I could probably help you. Pm me with contact details and we can figure it out tomorrow.

turnert said:
It's pretty late where I am(11:25pm as of now) but I have work off tomorrow so I could probably help you. Pm me with contact details and we can figure it out tomorrow.
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still there to help?

Thank you, thank you, thank you for posting these links!

Gapps for Omnirom 4.4.4
Hi, many thanks for gathering all here.
I've tried CM12, but found it unusable due to slowness.
Then I put Omnirom 4.4.4 which runs fine, but I'm having trouble with the gapps.
I tried OpenGapps ARM 4.4 pico, and my /data is formatted as f2fs, but Play is showing a black screen and play service stops all the time.
Which gapps version do you use ? I need a stable version.
Thank you
Acer A500

chrisdroid33 said:
Hi, many thanks for gathering all here.
I've tried CM12, but found it unusable due to slowness.
Then I put Omnirom 4.4.4 which runs fine, but I'm having trouble with the gapps.
I tried OpenGapps ARM 4.4 pico, and my /data is formatted as f2fs, but Play is showing a black screen and play service stops all the time.
Which gapps version do you use ? I need a stable version.
Thank you
Acer A500
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From what I've tested omnirom 5.1.1 seems to run a little better than cm 12 so you could try that. When you overclock it to about 1.5 GHz it runs pretty good. As for the Google play bug idk how to fix that I haven't tried KitKat on my device in a while.

turnert said:
From what I've tested omnirom 5.1.1 seems to run a little better than cm 12 so you could try that. When you overclock it to about 1.5 GHz it runs pretty good. As for the Google play bug idk how to fix that I haven't tried KitKat on my device in a while.
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Thanks a lot the opengapps work fine with this version. I'll stick to this. :good:

Hello I stumbled upon this because it seems to be the most detailed but I have an ACER A501 and so I can not use the blackthunder to get my CPUID and my file explore allows me to go to 'fuse' but i do not see my cpuid there either. please help. These are all my device details.
Model number: A501
Android version: 3.2.1
Kernel version: 2.6.36.3+
Build number: Acer_A501_4.066.24_COM_GEN1

Klaw El said:
Hello I stumbled upon this because it seems to be the most detailed but I have an ACER A501 and so I can not use the blackthunder to get my CPUID and my file explore allows me to go to 'fuse' but i do not see my cpuid there either. please help. These are all my device details.
Model number: A501
Android version: 3.2.1
Kernel version: 2.6.36.3+
Build number: Acer_A501_4.066.24_COM_GEN1
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Try the USB deview method that is what I originally used with my a501.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1624645

turnert said:
Try the USB deview method that is what I originally used with my a501.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1624645
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Thing is i don't understand this
"Suggest you extract to the same folder you used for your adb files,
USBDeview will only work when you have previously plugged your tab into the PC WHILE
you were running HC Rom and BL"
specifically adb files ad i also didnt plug it in previously running those things