any way to upgrade to 5.1 from 5.0 (unlocked and rooted) without doing a wipe?
I've got the image file from google, but don't want to start over.
thx!
Read ALL of the info in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3002555
I have a first-gen Verizon Moto X running 4.4.4 that is rooted with an unlocked Bootloader via the Chinese Middleman method. I apologize if this thread has been asked before, but it has been a while since I've done any phone rooting/modification so I am quite rusty.
I have Xposed with GravityBox installed and my phone just downloaded the Verizon Android 5.1 OTA. Can anyone point to instructions on how I can safely install this OTA? I have TWRP recovery installed.
And to be sure, Xposed + GravityBox now works with Android 5.1 right?
jamesino said:
I have a first-gen Verizon Moto X running 4.4.4 that is rooted with an unlocked Bootloader via the Chinese Middleman method. I apologize if this thread has been asked before, but it has been a while since I've done any phone rooting/modification so I am quite rusty.
I have Xposed with GravityBox installed and my phone just downloaded the Verizon Android 5.1 OTA. Can anyone point to instructions on how I can safely install this OTA?
And to be sure, Xposed + GravityBox now works with Android 5.1 right?
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I believe there is a new thread that addresses this basic situation. Sorry I don't have a link to the thread but its basically a guide to taking 5.1 update, you should be able to find it here in the General Section. Not sure how it varies for verizon but the basic Idea is you have to download the full firmware and reflash your system partition, gravitybox/xposed/ and any other system modifications won't allow you to take the OTA, and trying to disable/undo each thing is still risky. So you need to be stock basically, before you take it. And stock recovery as well.
jamesino said:
I have a first-gen Verizon Moto X running 4.4.4 that is rooted with an unlocked Bootloader via the Chinese Middleman method. I apologize if this thread has been asked before, but it has been a while since I've done any phone rooting/modification so I am quite rusty.
I have Xposed with GravityBox installed and my phone just downloaded the Verizon Android 5.1 OTA. Can anyone point to instructions on how I can safely install this OTA? I have TWRP recovery installed.
And to be sure, Xposed + GravityBox now works with Android 5.1 right?
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I wouldn't bother to prepare yet. 5.1's not even entered soak testing for VZW's build. When you do get ready to prepare you basically need to flash back to a stock unrooted rom to accept the OTA.
The current OTA (212.166.3.en.US) on VZW appears to be just a minor bug fix (not 5.1). Probably this one: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Spec...-serious-problem-with-emergency-calls_id69001, but I haven't installed it yet.
DarthSudo said:
The current OTA (212.166.3.en.US) on VZW appears to be just a minor bug fix (not 5.1). Probably this one: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Spec...-serious-problem-with-emergency-calls_id69001, but I haven't installed it yet.
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Firmware 212 ? Why am I on 213 since like forever ? Is that for 16gb (non-developer edition) ??
DarthSudo said:
The current OTA (212.166.3.en.US) on VZW appears to be just a minor bug fix (not 5.1). Probably this one: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Spec...-serious-problem-with-emergency-calls_id69001, but I haven't installed it yet.
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That is exactly what it is. I just installed it.
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Firmware 212 ? Why am I on 213 since like forever ? Is that for 16gb (non-developer edition) ??
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As far as Verizon 1st gen moto X, there's never been a system version beginning with 213
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jamesino said:
I have a first-gen Verizon Moto X running 4.4.4 that is rooted with an unlocked Bootloader via the Chinese Middleman method. I apologize if this thread has been asked before, but it has been a while since I've done any phone rooting/modification so I am quite rusty.
I have Xposed with GravityBox installed and my phone just downloaded the Verizon Android 5.1 OTA. Can anyone point to instructions on how I can safely install this OTA? I have TWRP recovery installed.
And to be sure, Xposed + GravityBox now works with Android 5.1 right?
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Since you got your unlock code from the China seller... The First thing you'll want to do is read -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/lollipop-warning-unlocked-via-sunshine-t3114428
Next, there is a pre-flash validation check that runs on EVERY OTA.. It checks certain parts/pieces of your phone. You can't deviate from what its looking for or the OTA will fail to install. Also, the only way the OTA will install is via STOCK recovery, if you have a 3rd party recovery (like TWRP) on your phone, you'll bootloop. Because of that you'll see suggestions to flash back to completely stock. While that is the easiest solution, it depends on your situation..
If all you did was Root, Xposed and Gravity box, no other changes to /system files, modems, etc... then you can disable Xposed (boot to TWRP and install /SDcard/Android/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/files/Xposed-Disable-Recovery.zip ) and you might as well uninstall it too. I'm not sure about gravity box. Then flash the STOCK Recovery.img for your stock rom on your phone using moto's fastboot.
Finally, There is a newer version Xposed for Lollipop. The old one only worked in Dalvik mode. Lollipop needs Xposed that runs in ART. But since I haven't kept up on Xposed, I'm not sure if there is a final or just an experimental version available now.
To confirm, I was able to flash it back to stock and accepted the OTA. However, like a previous user said, it was just a maintenance update and not the 5.1 Lollipop upgrade.
Bought a brand new Fire HD 8, and am assuming it is on 5.0.1. Don't want to connect to the internet right away, because the last thing I want it to do is upgrade to 5.1.2 which means no rooting.
I heard some people saying that downgrading firmware bricks their device, but what about upgrading firmware? My plan is to at least manually upgrade to 5.1.1, which is the latest upgrade able to root. Is there a risk in doing so, or should I just stay on 5.0.1 and root from there? Not sure if there are crucial differences between 5.0.1 and 5.1.1.
Thanks!
ozpearlman said:
Bought a brand new Fire HD 8, and am assuming it is on 5.0.1. Don't want to connect to the internet right away, because the last thing I want it to do is upgrade to 5.1.2 which means no rooting.
I heard some people saying that downgrading firmware bricks their device, but what about upgrading firmware? My plan is to at least manually upgrade to 5.1.1, which is the latest upgrade able to root. Is there a risk in doing so, or should I just stay on 5.0.1 and root from there? Not sure if there are crucial differences between 5.0.1 and 5.1.1.
Thanks!
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upgrading is fine
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Ok so I rooted my Verizon phone 2 years ago and I'm still running 6.0.1 with G935VVRU2APE1, the security patch level is from June 1, 2016, yes I'm wayyy behind. I'd like to go to Nougat or Oreo if possible with a fresh start/data wipe. Not concerned with root atm.
Where do I start? I've read through a lot of forum pages but no one has a build as old as mine it seems. According to updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?q=SM-G935v (can't post proper link) the latest build for 6.0.1 is G935VVRU4API3. Can I go from APE1 to API3 without issue following "{GUIDE} Flashing the SM-935U firmware onto your Verizon S7 Edge and Rooting" or does it have to be a certain prior version?
From there will an OTA update or an official stock odin file get me to Nougat/Oreo? Thank you in advance!
I did upgrade my 6.0.1 V to 7.0 U. From there I got the OTA updates/upgrades to Oreo. You can get them faster if you use SmartSwitch on PC and phone.
SoNic67 said:
I did upgrade my 6.0.1 V to 7.0 U. From there I got the OTA updates/upgrades to Oreo. You can get them faster if you use SmartSwitch on PC and phone.
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Thanks for the reply. So do I go from my current build to the latest 6.0.1 (API3) or just go straight to the latest 7.0?
I would say you have to go to an official one first, using Odin.
I have a mxq 4k (rk329q_v3.1)
* it is with android 7.1.2 and bootloader 2.37
I would like to go back to version 4 .x or 5.x
how should I do?
ADNSZA said:
I have a mxq 4k (rk329q_v3.1)
* it is with android 7.1.2 and bootloader 2.37
I would like to go back to version 4 .x or 5.x
how should I do?
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Have a look here mate.
https://chinagadgetsreviews.com/download-android-martshmallow-6-0-firmware-for-mxq-4k-tv-box.html
I am trying to downgrade my system from 7.x as well. I want to go back to 5.1.1.
I get into recovery and start the install. It fails and says it cannot apply the firmware because there is a newer version already installed.
Is there a way to get around this and actually downgrade the firmware?