No Signal after flashing Nougat - Moto G4 Plus Questions & Answers

I am not getting any signal after flashing recent Nougat update NPJ25.93-11 on my XT1643. My dual SIM phone shows only one IMEI of SIM 1.
I have tried nearly all combination of flashing
- Restored working TWRP backup
- Flashed Nougat modem on Vache's server on Nougat ROM
- Flashed MM modem of two different firmwares and then flashing MM ROM
Nothing is working, my phone shows only one IMEI and network search fails with error.
Can anybody help?
Here is the logcat http://pastebin.com/RLqfB32D

m.swastik said:
Can anybody help?
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My suggestion is to flash original MM ROM for your device via fastboot. Your priority is to get everything back to normal. Forget your data (back it up somewhere)
Please, however desperate you are, NEVER flash a firmware not meant for your device. That is just asking for trouble.
Good luck.

zeomal said:
My suggestion is to flash original MM ROM for your device via fastboot. Your priority is to get everything back to normal. Forget your data (back it up somewhere)
Please, however desperate you are, NEVER flash a firmware not meant for your device. That is just asking for trouble.
Good luck.
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I already flashed original MM ROM but not getting signal even on stock ROM. Leaked nougat firmware was even for XT1643, right?

m.swastik said:
I already flashed original MM ROM but not getting signal even on stock ROM. Leaked nougat firmware was even for XT1643, right?
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Yes, it was for xt1643..
See this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/help/moto-g4-pluss-model-changed-to-g4-lost-t3496912
He also lost one imei and fingerprint also... Is your FP sensor working..? Also see what is your phone baseband, model number..

__Madddy said:
Yes, it was for xt1643..
See this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/help/moto-g4-pluss-model-changed-to-g4-lost-t3496912
He also lost one imei and fingerprint also... Is your FP sensor working..? Also see what is your phone baseband, model number..
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Yeah, you are right my phone converted into Moto G4. Couldn't find settings for fingerprint and model number is showing as Moto G4 baseband is M8952_70009.08.03.45R DFLT_FSG

m.swastik said:
Yeah, you are right my phone converted into Moto G4. Couldn't find settings for fingerprint and model number is showing as Moto G4 baseband is M8952_70009.08.03.45R DFLT_FSG
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You are in black hole...!!
See his post, may be still he haven't find any solution..
You can ask him for what he done or going to do...

When I read these questions I'm just amazed at what people will try for an update that they will get in a month or so anyway.

Tel864 said:
When I read these questions I'm just amazed at what people will try for an update that they will get in a month or so anyway.
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I didn't tried anything fancy, it is Moto G4 plus firmware that I flashed, and I was not going to get an update since I was rooted.

Follow this guide Man!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/how-to/guide-install-official-december-nougat-t3518262
Downgrade using this official stock MM
https://moto.shreps.fr/Moto G4 (ath...24.139-13.1_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
These are the steps for downgrading from nougat to Marshmallow.....follow exactly
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...owngrade-to-marshmallow-nougat-t3515961/page3

Tel864 said:
When I read these questions I'm just amazed at what people will try for an update that they will get in a month or so anyway.
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True that! :good: I think it is some kind of obsession that drives people to do it. The same type of behavior that makes people stand in line for hours just to see the premiere of a movie release or to get Black Friday deals. Or even worse - to get the latest Crapple hardware.

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Stock ROM for XT1625 US retail version

Hi,
I was rooting my Moto G4 XT1625 US retail version (non-Amazon version) but getting stuck at boot. So, I said, what the heck, I went on to flash CM13 on it. That works but I found battery life to be worse, and so I would like to try to go back to stock (with root of course).
However, I'm having trouble figuring out which is the correct stock ROM from file factory. I'm not sure what is the naming convention, and there doesn't seem to be any easy way to search on file factory. Currently, there are 26 pages with a total of 774 ROMs there.
Thanks.
Hello, in case you haven't resolved your problem yet here is what I did to return my phone to stock. I have the same model, XT1625 (not Amazon). Download this file http://www.filefactory.com/file/28u...PJ24.139-49_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
Follow these instructions: http://www.stechguide.com/download-stock-firmware-of-moto-g4-and-g4-plus/
good luck
romuloxiii said:
Hello, in case you haven't resolved your problem yet here is what I did to return my phone to stock. I have the same model, XT1625 (not Amazon). Download this file http://www.filefactory.com/file/28u...PJ24.139-49_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
Follow these instructions: http://www.stechguide.com/download-stock-firmware-of-moto-g4-and-g4-plus/
good luck
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Thank you very much. I managed to restore to stock from a Nandroid backup, but I will download this and keep it as a backup in case I need it in the future.
Still, I wonder about the naming convention of the files. It will make searching in the future a lot easier if we know how they are named.
Out of curiosity, does anyone know if you can flash the normal xt1625 retail rom on a boot loader unlocked Amazon xt1625?
MadGoat said:
Out of curiosity, does anyone know if you can flash the normal xt1625 retail rom on a boot loader unlocked Amazon xt1625?
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I did flash an older retail room and it worked but when I tried a later rom it bricked the phone. I had to send it in and Motorola reflashed it with the latest retail rom.
Tel864 said:
I did flash an older retail room and it worked but when I tried a later rom it bricked the phone. I had to send it in and Motorola reflashed it with the latest retail rom.
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They did this under warranty?
pastorbob62 said:
They did this under warranty?
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Yes they did. It was free overnight shipping both ways....I shipped it out with the prepaid label on Sunday and had it back Thursday morning.
Tel864 said:
Yes they did. It was free overnight shipping both ways....I shipped it out with the prepaid label on Sunday and had it back Thursday morning.
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Wow! That is awesome. I always thought if you unlocked it the warranty was void.
pastorbob62 said:
Wow! That is awesome. I always thought if you unlocked it the warranty was void.
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It was never unlocked, I missed the window and waited too late to get my unlock code. My wife needed a phone so I gave her this phone and picked up another non amazon G4 for myself. At least it now has a non-Amazon rom on it and is on the retus update channel instead of AMZ. Maybe I got lucky and they flashed the wrong rom on it but I'm not complaining.
Does anyone have link to stock firmware of XT1625 Amazon Ad variant?
I unlocked the bootloader and tried all the techniques on this forum to remove ads. All methods failed with "Unauthorized software installed" message at boot.
The only method worked was installing APK and running it.
I tried downloading and flashing ATHENE_AMZ_MPJ24.139-64_65_cid50_amz from Motorola website but it does not have motoboot.img as mentioned in the steps.
I would like to re-lock the bootloader but need a stock firmware to do that. Could someone please provide it?
does anyone have this file posted someone else so i don't have to wait 5 hours for it to download. not paying for this.
Quick question for those that have flashed NPJ25.93-14, did they fix the issues with it? Play store downloads? Battery drain? Ghost touches? Camera problems? Music playback? And notifications sound?... It's the only reason I've not flashed the aforementioned ROM... I'm curious.
These were problems first reported when the ROM was released in December. Thanks.
jman_131 said:
Quick question for those that have flashed NPJ25.93-14, did they fix the issues with it? Play store downloads? Battery drain? Ghost touches? Camera problems? Music playback? And notifications sound?... It's the only reason I've not flashed the aforementioned ROM... I'm curious.
These were problems first reported when the ROM was released in December. Thanks.
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The following bugs are known to be fixed -
2G mode in Mobile Networks (Wasn't there after Marshmallow)
Notification Volume (Was low after Marshmallow)
UI Lags (Animations weren't very smooth after last month's Nougat update)
Bluetooth Connection Time (Used to take much longer in the previous build)
http://www.androguider.com/2017/01/moto-g4g4-plus-receives-yet-another.html?m=1
Danny1976 said:
The following bugs are known to be fixed -
2G mode in Mobile Networks (Wasn't there after Marshmallow)
Notification Volume (Was low after Marshmallow)
UI Lags (Animations weren't very smooth after last month's Nougat update)
Bluetooth Connection Time (Used to take much longer in the previous build)
http://www.androguider.com/2017/01/moto-g4g4-plus-receives-yet-another.html?m=1
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In that case I will continue to wait before I upgrade. I have Nougat on my Moto G3, and I like it, but the battery issues(both charging/discharging) are no es bueno. Some people have reported that rebooting into safe mode multiple times, helps with certain issues. YMMV.

doubts about modified status and OTA's.

That such community, I hope they can solve my doubts, I have my moto g4 plus (XT1641) with dual sim, and unlock the Bootloader and I got cyanogenmod 13, but I found out about the soak test and returned to stock.
1.- When I enter fastboot mode it appears in yellow letters "Software Status: Modified". Is there a way to say "official" again? Does this "modified" status prevent you from receiving OTAs?
2.-What is the last compilation number? I have the compilation MPJ24.139-23.1
ThaRandomAndroid said:
That such community, I hope they can solve my doubts, I have my moto g4 plus (XT1641) with dual sim, and unlock the Bootloader and I got cyanogenmod 13, but I found out about the soak test and returned to stock.
1.- When I enter fastboot mode it appears in yellow letters "Software Status: Modified". Is there a way to say "official" again? Does this "modified" status prevent you from receiving OTAs?
2.-What is the last compilation number? I have the compilation MPJ24.139-23.1
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You should look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/help/staus-modified-t3522177
There are questions to your answers
strongst said:
You should look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/help/staus-modified-t3522177
There are questions to your answers
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I tried those methods but, don't solve my problem and doubts. But thanks anyway ?
ThaRandomAndroid said:
I tried those methods but, don't solve my problem and doubts. But thanks anyway ?
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you should mention all things you did already, no one can look in your mind
Then don't create an thread, head over to the existing one and ask there.
ThaRandomAndroid said:
I tried those methods but, don't solve my problem and doubts. But thanks anyway
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Modified status will not affect OTA.. as you said your build no. Is (139-23.1) , it's old, latest is (139-63)..
Just restore stock backup and check for update., May be you will get latest one..:good:
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Modified status will not affect OTA.. as you said your build no. Is (139-23.1) , it's old, latest is (139-63)..
Just restore stock backup and check for update., May be you will get latest one..:good:
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I don't have a backup... So, please do you have a link or guide? Thanks ?
ThaRandomAndroid said:
I don't have a backup... So, please do you have a link or guide? Thanks
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See last reply on that thread, you have link already..
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See last reply on that thread, you have link already..
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I'm sorry, but I've done all the steps, but I do not get the MPJ24.139-63 update, it just tells me that I have my device updated.
What I did was return to rom stock specifically with this file (XT1640-XT1641_ATHENE_6.0.1_MPJ24.139-23.1_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_CFC.xml).
Please let me know if I have done something wrong.
Thank you.
ThaRandomAndroid said:
I'm sorry, but I've done all the steps, but I do not get the MPJ24.139-63 update, it just tells me that I have my device updated.
What I did was return to rom stock specifically with this file (XT1640-XT1641_ATHENE_6.0.1_MPJ24.139-23.1_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_CFC.xml).
Please let me know if I have done something wrong.
Thank you.
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I have experimented a lot with my XT1643
My software status is also modified even after flashing stock rom....
But software status does not affects the phone a bit...
OTA may not come ! at least didn't in my case even after 15 days...So chill...
Currently I am running CM 14.1 Nightly which is obscenely fast than any stock rom..U can try that

Software update please see

I have still not got the software update which was released a week ago or maybe some more days
If anybody of you has also not got it please tell ?
Me neither
Is your made in China varient
nigaindelhi said:
Me neither
Is your made in China varient
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Yes bro
But why u ask that ??
Becuz Chinese varient sucks
Indian varient comes with faster internal storage compared to ours
And the camera has red tint on while recording in 1080p60fps under artificial lighting
nigaindelhi said:
Becuz Chinese varient sucks
Indian varient comes with faster internal storage compared to ours
And the camera has red tint on while recording in 1080p60fps under artificial lighting
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Mine is indian varient but i still get that red tint
I'm selling this crap
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I would either but 1+5 or g5s+
But I don't trust Moto anymore
Till its under Lenovo
Guru_14 said:
I have still not got the software update which was released a week ago or maybe some more days
If anybody of you has also not got it please tell ?
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I emailed the customer care regarding this. They said it could take some time as the software is released according to the imei numbers of the smartphones.
(P.s-my phone is also not showing the update yet)
nigaindelhi said:
Becuz Chinese varient sucks
Indian varient comes with faster internal storage compared to ours
And the camera has red tint on while recording in 1080p60fps under artificial lighting
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I don't have any red tint and I have made in China version (Best buy)... Just bought mine yesterday though.
Guru_14 said:
I have still not got the software update which was released a week ago or maybe some more days
If anybody of you has also not got it please tell ?
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You need to wait for that for at least a week!
Has anyone tried updating using flash fire?
Just recieved notification about the update. You guys should check now.
How is battery after update should i update or stock to previous version
Updated 214.7 mb from .15 to .67
milav said:
Updated 214.7 mb from .15 to .67
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Can you give me a system backup or dump?
GtrCraft said:
Can you give me a system backup or dump?
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Ready to but dont know how and i am not rooted because there are too many unsolved questions regarding rooting methods for me. Like which recovery to use and why there is need of custom boot what happens if we dont flash custom boot. Along with some users reporting wifi not working even after flashing wlan fix. Whay there is no proper common rooting method where user can flash any type of su they want
milav said:
Ready to but dont know how and i am not rooted because there are too many unsolved questions regarding rooting methods for me. Like which recovery to use and why there is need of custom boot what happens if we dont flash custom boot. Along with some users reporting wifi not working even after flashing wlan fix. Whay there is no proper common rooting method where user can flash any type of su they want
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its easy:
1. unlock and flash twrp
2. decrypt by formatting data and rebooting twrp
3. flash vache's boot.img and wlan.zip
4. flash root of choice
5. reboot
milav said:
Ready to but dont know how and i am not rooted because there are too many unsolved questions regarding rooting methods for me. Like which recovery to use and why there is need of custom boot what happens if we dont flash custom boot. Along with some users reporting wifi not working even after flashing wlan fix. Whay there is no proper common rooting method where user can flash any type of su they want
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Use moto g5 plus toolkit available in moto g5 plus rom section .
Very easy to use
Got update now
GtrCraft said:
its easy:
1. unlock and flash twrp
2. decrypt by formatting data and rebooting twrp
3. flash vache's boot.img and wlan.zip
4. flash root of choice
5. reboot
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Will get it done and revert back asap as now i am out of town and have no laptop access
Hi,
Someone with RETEU has received the OTA update?
I ask only to know it.

Lineage OS H815

Hello,
I recently noticed that the LG H815 build has been removed as a download because of an encryption issue, and I was wondering if, other than this, there were any other issues causing it to be taken down (I'm thinking of building it unofficially)
Thanks
ThePiGuy said:
Hello,
I recently noticed that the LG H815 build has been removed as a download because of an encryption issue, and I was wondering if, other than this, there were any other issues causing it to be taken down (I'm thinking of building it unofficially)
Thanks
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Lol another one building LOS unofficially for the g4...
yea do it. Or use the the XDA search
Sent from my LG-H815 using XDA Labs
steadfasterX said:
Lol another one building LOS unofficially for the g4...
yea do it. Or use the the XDA search
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Ok thanks. Is this the only major bug (I'm new to android development so I probably won't be able to fix many bugs)
ThePiGuy said:
Ok thanks. Is this the only major bug (I'm new to android development so I probably won't be able to fix many bugs)
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There is an unofficial LOS build already. That's what I meant to say.
Yes encryption is the issue why we do not have official ones but encryption is fixed on aoscp by our genius kessaras. Ask in kobtuls LOS thread what the state in LOS is.
Sent from my LG-H815 using XDA Labs
steadfasterX said:
There is an unofficial LOS build already. That's what I meant to say.
Yes encryption is the issue why we do not have official ones but encryption is fixed on aoscp by our genius kessaras. Ask in kobtuls LOS thread what the state in LOS is.
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Thanks again. Just out of interest, how would AOSCP compare to LOS (it's one I have only just heard of)
ThePiGuy said:
Thanks again. Just out of interest, how would AOSCP compare to LOS (it's one I have only just heard of)
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/g4-cypheros-t3680102
flash and find out.
raptorddd said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/g4-cypheros-t3680102
flash and find out.
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I have just noticed it says you need v29a firmware. If I download it from cypheros.co, does it still need v29a (I'm on v20g and would rather keep it so I can roll back to stock using a TWRP backup if I need to)
ThePiGuy said:
I have just noticed it says you need v29a firmware. If I download it from cypheros.co, does it still need v29a (I'm on v20g and would rather keep it so I can roll back to stock using a TWRP backup if I need to)
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You just need a V29a modem and bootloader package if you have a H815 handset, and you can actually flash that in TWRP as there is a flashable ZIP for that. I went straight from OEM Lollipop to AOSCP Oreo without issues.
aha360 said:
You just need a V29a modem and bootloader package if you have a H815 handset, and you can actually flash that in TWRP as there is a flashable ZIP for that. I went straight from OEM Lollipop to AOSCP Oreo without issues.
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Thanks. Just out of interest, why is this required (I thought the rom rewrote this anyway)
ThePiGuy said:
Thanks. Just out of interest, why is this required (I thought the rom rewrote this anyway)
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I assume this is mainly due to performance reasons and compatibility with newer custom firmware, but I do not know the full, technical story as to why that is the case. You're better off asking @kessaras and @steadfasterX for the answers
ThePiGuy said:
I have just noticed it says you need v29a firmware. If I download it from cypheros.co, does it still need v29a (I'm on v20g and would rather keep it so I can roll back to stock using a TWRP backup if I need to)
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as far as i know if you have h815 that unlocks with .bin key from LG its bootloader its unlockable and it has antirollback 0 unless you have h815t or h815p thats locked bootloader and cant rollback i think
ask in thread and tell them if you have official unlocked boorloadre from LG. if you can roll back if you flash v29.
aha360 said:
I assume this is mainly due to performance reasons and compatibility with newer custom firmware, but I do not know the full, technical story as to why that is the case. You're better off asking @kessaras and @steadfasterX for the answers
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raptorddd said:
as far as i know if you have h815 that unlocks with .bin key from LG its bootloader its unlockable and it has antirollback 0 unless you have h815t or h815p thats locked bootloader and cant rollback i think
ask in thread and tell them if you have official unlocked boorloadre from LG. if you can roll back if you flash v29.
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Thanks for the replies. Does Lineage OS also need this or is it only AOSCP
ThePiGuy said:
Thanks for the replies. Does Lineage OS also need this or is it only AOSCP
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I assume any Nougat or Oreo, or PQRSTUVWXYZ ROM needs the latest available OEM bootloader/modem package, but don't act on this information unless you have asked around and those on this forum give the same answers.
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I assume any Nougat or Oreo, or PQRSTUVWXYZ ROM needs the latest available OEM bootloader/modem package, but don't act on this information unless you have asked around and those on this forum give the same answers.
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Ok. Just out of interest, if I did flash a ROM that required a different bootloader and modem to the version I have, would it brick my phone or would it just not work properly
ThePiGuy said:
Ok. Just out of interest, if I did flash a ROM that required a different bootloader and modem to the version I have, would it brick my phone or would it just not work properly
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You CAN use an outdated modem partition. But you may encounter issues like camera crash, bad or no sound on voice calls, gps probs and / or sensor issues.
And depending on several things it's possible that it JUST WORKS FINE. I have tested even a LP modem partition with oreo (just a short test a while ago) and all was working here but issues can happen rarely.
A brick is possible but it will be a soft brick only which means the download mode is still there and you can flash a kdz to recover if needed. It either bootloops or a demigod bluescreen will happen on boot.
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You CAN use an outdated modem partition. But you may encounter issues like camera crash, bad or no sound on voice calls, gps probs and / or sensor issues.
And depending on several things it's possible that it JUST WORKS FINE. I have tested even a LP modem partition with oreo (just a short test a while ago) and all was working here but issues can happen rarely.
A brick is possible but it will be a soft brick only which means the download mode is still there and you can flash a kdz to recover if needed. It either bootloops or a demigod bluescreen will happen on boot.
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Thanks for confirming this. I want to keep as much of my phone stock as possible so it is easy to revert back to full stock if anything happens (this is my first proper venture into custom ROMs).
Also, is there any way to tell which version the rom requires by looking at the install files

Downgrade from Pie to Oreo

I've been trying to downgrade from the latest pie release but I always get the same error due to how Samsung has blocked bootloader downgrades. Is there anyway around this or am I stuck on Pie?
Sterben Pistole said:
I've been trying to downgrade from the latest pie release but I always get the same error due to how Samsung has blocked bootloader downgrades. Is there anyway around this or am I stuck on Pie?
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You are probably stucked because you upgraded to the latest bootloader:
After updating bootloader to U5/S5 (as in case of G95xFXXU5DSFB) it will not be possible to downgrade it again to any U2/S2/U3/S3/U4/S4 version
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Here's a workaround:
Backup your present baseband on TWRP, flash ALEXNDR Oreo's ROM then restore your baseband, otherwise you won't have mobile signal and your IMEI will be unknown.
So in theory the only way to downgrade to Oreo or less, is having the bootloader unlocked with TWRP right? if not, you're stuck
No Bootloader downgrade. Not possible.
Sterben Pistole said:
I've been trying to downgrade from the latest pie release but I always get the same error due to how Samsung has blocked bootloader downgrades. Is there anyway around this or am I stuck on Pie?
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Why would you want to downgrade anyways?
cantenna said:
Why would you want to downgrade anyways?
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I can't speak for the OP but for me it is more battery friendly, has better perfomance, allow me to debloat more apps than PIE and has better mod/theme support and looks better (didn't like Pie UI).
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Backup your present baseband on TWRP, flash ALEXNDR Oreo's ROM then restore your baseband, otherwise you won't have mobile signal and your IMEI will be unknown.
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Quick question for you @nemesisexsp as you seem to know what you're talking about.
I'm in the same boat as OP. attached is my SOFTWARE INFORMATION section with my baseband and whatever. Slightly different to what you've posted on your screenshot.
Can you suggest which files I should use from the ALEXANDR Oreo Mod selection? also, just the ROM, or do i need to do something with the BL files also?
I'm rooted (with TWRP), so that shouldn't be any issue.
tim455 said:
Quick question for you @nemesisexsp as you seem to know what you're talking about.
I'm in the same boat as OP. attached is my SOFTWARE INFORMATION section with my baseband and whatever. Slightly different to what you've posted on your screenshot.
Can you suggest which files I should use from the ALEXANDR Oreo Mod selection? also, just the ROM, or do i need to do something with the BL files also?
I'm rooted (with TWRP), so that shouldn't be any issue.
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I suggest you flash the last Oreo ROM available for the S8 model (SM-G950F/FD). After you flash it you can boot normally in the ROM and see if your mobile signal is fine, if it isn't just restore your PIE baseband on TWRP.
Here's the original post in _alexndr thread where you can find the ROM link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=75646352&postcount=2
nemesisexsp said:
I suggest you flash the last Oreo ROM available for the S8 model (SM-G950F/FD). After you flash it you can boot normally in the ROM and see if your mobile signal is fine, if it isn't just restore your PIE baseband on TWRP.
Here's the original post in _alexndr thread where you can find the ROM link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=75646352&postcount=2
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Thanks for the quick response.
I made backups via TWRP just incase, but it looks like everything worked. [see image]
Thank you
It's also got me thinking...
-could you install other custom roms that are Oreo-based?
-What makes Alexndr's rom special?
-Is it technically possible to install stock oreo?
tim455 said:
Thanks for the quick response.
I made backups via TWRP just incase, but it looks like everything worked. [see image]
Thank you
It's also got me thinking...
-could you install other custom roms that are Oreo-based?
-What makes Alexndr's rom special?
-Is it technically possible to install stock oreo?
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I think you can install other ROMs. I just suggested _alexndr because it's as close to stock as possible as the OP was trying to flash via Odin. But i believe that we can't install older firmware via Odin due to the updated bootloader.
nemesisexsp said:
I think you can install other ROMs. I just suggested _alexndr because it's as close to stock as possible as the OP was trying to flash via Odin. But i believe that we can't install older firmware via Odin due to the updated bootloader.
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Yes, many thanks.
I was trying to get as stock as possible but only found a NOTE8-to-S8 rom and nothing else stock-y. This seems perfect.
cantenna said:
Why would you want to downgrade anyways?
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Because Pie is absolute trash on the S8 Active. Battery life went way down hill, constantly stutters like the CPU is loaded or it is thermal throttling, notification screen blanks preventing you from see any in the bar. Tapping notification doesn't always open. They ruined the camera UI. Control via bluetooth doesn't work anymore(forget the name but used to when I started my car it would automatically open Pandora and play. Instead now I have to unlock the phone and open Pandora manually".
I only wouldn't be surprised if it come out later that Samsung pulled and able and deliberately crippled devices to encourage upgrades. Joke's on them because my upgrade will be a different brand.
Robborboy said:
Because Pie is absolute trash on the S8 Active. Battery life went way down hill, constantly stutters like the CPU is loaded or it is thermal throttling, notification screen blanks preventing you from see any in the bar. Tapping notification doesn't always open. They ruined the camera UI. Control via bluetooth doesn't work anymore(forget the name but used to when I started my car it would automatically open Pandora and play. Instead now I have to unlock the phone and open Pandora manually".
I only wouldn't be surprised if it come out later that Samsung pulled and able and deliberately crippled devices to encourage upgrades. Joke's on them because my upgrade will be a different brand.
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Sounds like you got a snapdragon USA?
cantenna said:
Sounds like you got a snapdragon USA?
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Yepperoni
Robborboy said:
Yepperoni
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A dev just mad project treble available fo S8+ Exynos which is pretty much what I think your ultimately after.
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A dev just mad project treble available fo S8+ Exynos which is pretty much what I think your ultimately after.
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Unfortunately the S8 Active did not come in an exynos version AFAIK.
@nemesisexsp wondering, have you noticed much battery diff between Oreo and Pie?

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