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Complete OnePlus 3T Reviews of Roms and Guides

Hey guys!
In this thread you will find all the stuff related to the oneplus 3t. From testing/reviewing of new roms to guides on installation. Even if you have request on a Rom for me to test or review, you can request here. Any request go head and we will try to fulfill it.
Enjoy! - Team Web4Tech
Collection:
OnePlus 3/3T Nougat 7.1.1 Android Update
How to Unlock Boot loader and Install Recovery on OnePlus 3/3T
OnePlus 3T - LineageOS Android 7.1.1
CM 13 Sultan OnePlus 3T Install and Review
OxygenOS 4.1.1 Android 7.1.1 Stock Restore
Experience ROM Android 7.1.1 OxygenOS 4.1.1
OxygenOS 4.1.3 Update
Open Beta 5 OnePlus 3T
3T vs S8+
Going from Beta 5 to Beta 6 - OnePlus 3T
Open Beta 7- OnePlus 3T
Open Beta 7- Battery Test
Open Beta 8 - OnePlus 3T

Good luck ??

Hi, Can u suggest me some of ROM except OOS/H2OS where Camera Quality is not compromised.It would be great if it is MM based, as I don't find nougat stable now.
Thanks.

umm where ?

uttam.ace said:
Hi, Can u suggest me some of ROM except OOS/H2OS where Camera Quality is not compromised.It would be great if it is MM based, as I don't find nougat stable now.
Thanks.
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Hi Good Morning!
Are you looking for Nougat ROM or a MM ROM with good camera? Than I can tell you

inasar said:
umm where ?
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Hey, what are you looking for?

ahaq said:
Hi Good Morning!
Are you looking for Nougat ROM or a MM ROM with good camera? Than I can tell you
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As far as know as I have used Nougat is currently not stable.
So pl. suggest MM Rom with good camera.

uttam.ace said:
As far as know as I have used Nougat is currently not stable.
So pl. suggest MM Rom with good camera.
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Use oos 3.5.4 or sultanxda's los13 ROM. oos has the best camera. Los13 camera is beter then los 14

uttam.ace said:
As far as know as I have used Nougat is currently not stable.
So pl. suggest MM Rom with good camera.
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Mr_White_214 said:
Use oos 3.5.4 or sultanxda's los13 ROM. oos has the best camera. Los13 camera is beter then los 14
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Currently on OOS 3.5.4 with Dorimanx Kernel. XPosed in full effect. Sweet setup.

uttam.ace said:
As far as know as I have used Nougat is currently not stable.
So pl. suggest MM Rom with good camera.
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The best and only one still getting updates is CM13.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3517301
[OP3T][ROM+KERNEL] Unofficial CyanogenMod 13.0 with custom kernel [Mar. 18, 2017]

Thanks, I am using CM13 its awesome.Just camera is little less than OOS.
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Can u tell me weather Franco Kernal works on it or not?

uttam.ace said:
Thanks, I am using CM13 its awesome.Just camera is little less than OOS.
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Can u tell me weather Franco Kernal works on it or not?
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Built in kernel only.
Try this exact google camera version see if you like it.
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...010-2617962-30-android-apk-download/download/

954wrecker said:
Built in kernel only.
Try this exact google camera version see if you like it.
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...010-2617962-30-android-apk-download/download/
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He is right, Sultan has the best camera HAL made. And his updates are always on point. The new Nougat are still making there way slowly. I will try the Lineage OS and see how that feels

The OnePlus 3T has different localized 'editions' (Chinese/Europe/American) with many different model numbers, but this is rarely acknowledged anywhere, even on stores and seller pages... and ROM pages. So are the custom ROMs all compatible with all OP3T editions??? This is important to know before I buy.
S o if I order from eBay (f.ex. here http://www.ebay.com/itm/OnePlus-3T-...hash=item3adc4f7b23:m:mabzF9tgMzSIzry7j2PXvYA but it doesn't matter much from where I guess and most will likely be Chinese edition, with power adapter suitable for your country), of course ensuring support network bands in my country, can I be sure that I'll be able to use the bootloader unlock/custom recovery/custom kernel/custom ROMs?
Probably most editions are similar with difference bands and maybe completely identical hardware, but it still seems like missing basic information.

Cultar said:
The OnePlus 3T has different localized 'editions' (Chinese/Europe/American) with many different model numbers, but this is rarely acknowledged anywhere, even on stores and seller pages... and ROM pages. So are the custom ROMs all compatible with all OP3T editions??? This is important to know before I buy.
S o if I order from eBay (f.ex. here http://www.ebay.com/itm/OnePlus-3T-...hash=item3adc4f7b23:m:mabzF9tgMzSIzry7j2PXvYA but it doesn't matter much from where I guess and most will likely be Chinese edition, with power adapter suitable for your country), of course ensuring support network bands in my country, can I be sure that I'll be able to use the bootloader unlock/custom recovery/custom kernel/custom ROMs?
Probably most editions are similar with difference bands and maybe completely identical hardware, but it still seems like missing basic information.
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Why aren't you buying it official if the price is same?

Because I'm not in the US. If you have a different idea, I'd gladly hear it.
Funnily enough, the official store doesn't seem to specify what model number they send you, either. Though it's probably only the American one, still missing basic info (model...).

Cultar said:
Because I'm not in the US. If you have a different idea, I'd gladly hear it.
Funnily enough, the official store doesn't seem to specify what model number they send you, either. Though it's probably only the American one, still missing basic info (model...).
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Your site doesn't have this info in the screenshot?
You might as well wait a few days and try and snag the midnight black version at this point.
https://oneplus.net/3t-midnight-black

954wrecker said:
Your site doesn't have this info in the screenshot?
You might as well wait a few days and try and snag the midnight black version at this point.
https://oneplus.net/3t-midnight-black
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Okaaaaay.... Repeating myself here:
-Most sites list compatible bands. Almost no sites cite actual model you get (e.g. A3010, A3000, A3003).
-That site (oneplus.net) doesn't ship outside the US, which is where I am.
I'm guessing that if nobody says anything about it, then custom stuff support all OP3T variants, but confirmation would be nice

Cultar said:
Okaaaaay.... Repeating myself here:
-Most sites list compatible bands. Almost no sites cite actual model you get (e.g. A3010, A3000, A3003).
-That site (oneplus.net) doesn't ship outside the US, which is where I am.
I'm guessing that if nobody says anything about it, then custom stuff support all OP3T variants, but confirmation would be nice
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The sites are not going to tell u the model you get because they send it to u by the address u give them for delivery. So if u give a USA address they send u a USA model.

Cultar said:
Okaaaaay.... Repeating myself here:
-Most sites list compatible bands. Almost no sites cite actual model you get (e.g. A3010, A3000, A3003).
-That site (oneplus.net) doesn't ship outside the US, which is where I am.
I'm guessing that if nobody says anything about it, then custom stuff support all OP3T variants, but confirmation would be nice
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Each model has different bands but they all run the same software.

Android O for M8

Any possibilities of ANDROID O for htc one m8

http://www.lineageosrom.com/2017/03/los-15-list-of-devices-getting-lineage.html
"This is all About the List i know though many more smartphones can get android 8.0 Oreo Because this list is not yet officially published by the google and This is not the official list its only based on the hardware and software of the devices that can support This type of android."

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http://www.lineageosrom.com/2017/03/los-15-list-of-devices-getting-lineage.html
"This is all About the List i know though many more smartphones can get android 8.0 Oreo Because this list is not yet officially published by the google and This is not the official list its only based on the hardware and software of the devices that can support This type of android."
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Lineages OS support the devices which have no official support from Google seems Lineages OS just have this project, wait and see for ONE M8

Someone need to build it when the source code drops. Until then you won't get any "Oreo"!

Thanks a lot @nolt, @Harrison Le & @mihran_thalhath

Has anyone tried this?
http://www.cyanogenmods.org/forums/topic/lineageos-15-htc-one-m8-android-oreo-8-0-rom/

anyone ?

I've tried but it didn't pass the bootanimation screen. I don't know what's the problem. I waited more than 30min but unfortunately no success.

grh35 said:
I've tried but it didn't pass the bootanimation screen. I don't know what's the problem. I waited more than 30min but unfortunately no success.
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Same

David_UK said:
Has anyone tried this?
http://www.cyanogenmods.org/forums/topic/lineageos-15-htc-one-m8-android-oreo-8-0-rom/
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I tried but stuck in bootloop and waited for a hour.

Don't you guys see a weird thing when the page says
LineageOS 15 GApps download link for HTC One M8 LineageOS 15 Oreo 8.0 ROM (Download the stock ARM64 GApps)​
Since when M8 become 64 bit arch ?
I'll never trust a site with wrong info and put my device on risk of bricking.

ckpv5 said:
Don't you guys see a weird thing when the page says
LineageOS 15 GApps download link for HTC One M8 LineageOS 15 Oreo 8.0 ROM (Download the stock ARM64 GApps)​
Since when M8 become 64 bit arch ?
I'll never trust a site with wrong info and put my device on risk of bricking.
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I just flashed the rom and rebooted still it stucks at bootloop.

Seriously Guys??? Bruno is the only one right now who is trying to build O for m8. That build on that site was compiled by me, using Bruno's changes. It was not for public testing and someone shared it regardless. Just wait for Bruno to bringup O. Show some patience guys!

A reminder to all users who are willing to try Oreo at this moment:
Since the Oreo source just released, it would be possible custom ROM builds are highly experimental at this early stage. Please do take precautions on these builds and always have a full backup if you would like to try them out.
Stay safe and enjoy flashing!

jerryhou85 said:
A reminder to all users who are willing to try Oreo at this moment:
Since the Oreo source just released, it would be possible custom ROM builds are highly experimental at this early stage. Please do take precautions on these builds and always have a full backup if you would like to try them out.
Stay safe and enjoy flashing!
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Yeah that's good thing b4 doing anything just take a full backup and play with any rom, in btw link for Oreo

mihran_thalhath said:
Seriously Guys??? Bruno is the only one right now who is trying to build O for m8. That build on that site was compiled by me, using Bruno's changes. It was not for public testing and someone shared it regardless. Just wait for Bruno to bringup O. Show some patience guys!
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Thanks for your info. Will wait for official link from your side. I'm here to help you.

Patience is a virtue.
I remember when first versions of N roms dropped - they were mostly working, but not really usable
I'm just going to wait until stable los builds drop, then hopefully we'll get RR and others based on it.

Saleen28 said:
Patience is a virtue.
I remember when first versions of N roms dropped - they were mostly working, but not really usable
I'm just going to wait until stable los builds drop, then hopefully we'll get RR and others based on it.
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Yeah patience needed for Android O for this old-age pretty smartphone.

I will say yes. https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=73545811&postcount=330

nunclud said:
I will say yes. https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=73545811&postcount=330
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Yeah I too noticed that, waiting for official release.

Temporary unofficial builds for h815

See: https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/lineageos-unofficial-builds-h815-t3726177

So, one can just flash this over the most recent official build, using e.g. TWRP? I mean, one doesn't have to wipe or anything like that?
Also, just curious, how much work was it getting from the last official to this, in terms of time spent "changing code"?

Wuddelchen said:
So, one can just flash this over the most recent official build, using e.g. TWRP? I mean, one doesn't have to wipe or anything like that?
Also, just curious, how much work was it getting from the last official to this, in terms of time spent "changing code"?
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I think you can't flash this over the latest official build, because of the different signatures. I haven't tryed it, so I don't know, but I guess it won't work.
If you try it, write back if it works or not, so that other users know
I haven't changed the code of lineage, since it works so far without changes.
It is nearly vanilla lineage, just with updated:
- security patches
- features
- proprietary blobs

Bleuzen said:
I think you can't flash this over the latest official build, because of the different signatures. I haven't tryed it, so I don't know, but I guess it won't work.
If you try it, write back if it works or not, so that other users know
I haven't changed the code of lineage, since it works so far without changes.
It is nearly vanilla lineage, just with updated:
- security patches
- features
- proprietary blobs
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Well, you can't flash over it, that much I can tell.
I just wonder how long the official build is gonna take, the phone is "new" (empty), but still, it takes time to set stuff up after a wipe...

Wuddelchen said:
Well, you can't flash over it, that much I can tell.
I just wonder how long the official build is gonna take, the phone is "new" (empty), but still, it takes time to set stuff up after a wipe...
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Nobody knows. The bug exists since 2017-04-30, but nothing happens. And until the bug is not fixed, we don't get new official builds.
If you want to take the time to wipe and (re)setup your device is your decision.
But if you have the time, I would recommend it, mainly because of the security updates.

Do you know that I build unofficial? https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/rom-lineage-os-14-1-lg-g4-t3704019
But we are now focused on Oreo. AOSCP is ready, I should have LOS 15 done in January. Do want to help us? We can add you to our telegram group.

tulen_kobi said:
Do you know that I build unofficial? https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/rom-lineage-os-14-1-lg-g4-t3704019
But we are now focused on Oreo. AOSCP is ready, I should have LOS 15 done in January. Do want to help us? We can add you to our telegram group.
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No, I didn't know that
Uh, there is work going on? This is great! I thought the device is dead, because nothing happens anymore on the LineageOS GitHub page for it. There is still no LOS 15.0 or 15.1 branch.
Great to her that there is still developing going on
Well, I help where I can. But I'm new to Android.
I have experience with Linux, use it every day, and now I know how to build LineageOS. I also can do Java programming.
But I never developed something with Android already. So I don't know how much I can help.

Bleuzen said:
I thought the device is dead, because nothing happens anymore on the LineageOS GitHub page for it. There is still no LOS 15.0 or 15.1 branch.
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I'm pretty sure that LG has announced they will release an official Oreo build for the G4.
Perhaps the LOS people are waiting for that to happen so they can use some of their sources as a jumping-off point for LOS Oreo? I got the impression that happens in some cases but I'm not a dev so not clear on the specifics.

Exabyter said:
I'm pretty sure that LG has announced they will release an official Oreo build for the G4.
Perhaps the LOS people are waiting for that to happen so they can use some of their sources as a jumping-off point for LOS Oreo? I got the impression that happens in some cases but I'm not a dev so not clear on the specifics.
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Where did you read this? I never read this somewhere and I don't think that there will ever be an official Oreo build for the G4.
They not even bring Nougat to all G4s, why they should work on Oreo for this old device?
I think from LGs side, the G4 is dead.

Bleuzen said:
Where did you read this? I never read this somewhere and I don't think that there will ever be an official Oreo build for the G4.
They not even bring Nougat to all G4s, why they should work on Oreo for this old device?
I think from LGs side, the G4 is dead.
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Hmm, perhaps I confused it with one of the other devices I had been investigating as a possible future project. (Eg, the HTC 10, LG V20, Moto Z, etc)
Someone in the following thread claimed it would happen for the G4, but others disputed it and a quick web search tends to reinforce that:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-g4/general/android-8-0-oreo-thread-h811-t3680209
On the other hand, I think these people have released an Oreo ROM for the G4:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/g4-cypheros-t3680102

Exabyter said:
Hmm, perhaps I confused it with one of the other devices I had been investigating as a possible future project. (Eg, the HTC 10, LG V20, Moto Z, etc)
Someone in the following thread claimed it would happen for the G4, but others disputed it and a quick web search tends to reinforce that:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-g4/general/android-8-0-oreo-thread-h811-t3680209
On the other hand, I think these people have released an Oreo ROM for the G4:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/g4-cypheros-t3680102
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Yep, looks good. I already tryed Oreo but it isn't complete already. But I'm looking forward to use and recommend it as new daily driver when it's ready

official build for Potter (G5 Plus)

Hey guys! Some very talented developers have been working on unofficial releases for a while already, and I am unsure whether to go for their takes or wait until an Official version is released. Any predictions on when this might happen? Or should I just void my warranty and go for Vache's build? Thanks!!!

I might also like this. While Motorola says they will release Oreo for Potter, they seemingly haven't provided any timetable for that. I am a bit hesitant to install a LineageOS nightly on my daily driver, but I would love having the option, especially if it turns out that Motorola botches the Oreo upgrade.

jtull89 said:
I might also like this. While Motorola says they will release Oreo for Potter, they seemingly haven't provided any timetable for that. I am a bit hesitant to install a LineageOS nightly on my daily driver, but I would love having the option, especially if it turns out that Motorola botches the Oreo upgrade.
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I have been using Vache's/fAIyaZ 7.1.2 build for some days now. Only found one bug, Skype wouldn't manage to access the camera for video-chatting, but I found a solution for it (activating Camera 2 API from this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/g5-plus/themes/potentially-google-camera-port-t3684264 ). Other than that, everything works perfectly (and a lot better than the Moto built-in tracking suite they ship the phone with).

Applying an unofficial fix to an unofficial port sounds a bit problematic. Do you think it would be possible for Vache/fAlyaZ to fix this in their port somehow? Or would it be more of a gapps thing? Or neither?

It seems so insane to me that there is no official LineageOS for Potter yet? I couldn't have even imagined that it wouldn't be released quickly when I bought the Moto G5 Plus - I though it is such a popular phone, so well reviewed for the price, able to be unlocked, etc. How can it no be better supported by the LineageOS team?

Sorry to necro this thread, but Oreo has now been officially released for Potter, after seemingly forever. What are the chances of getting an official 15.1 build for Potter any time soon?
I know Vache's unofficial build is much loved on here, and I think there's a 16.0 unofficial build I've seen flowing around as well, but some of us would rather go with an official build if one is available.

Don't mean to be a d*ck, but just follow the trending topics on the forum and you'll see where everyone has flocked to. At the moment I believe there's no need to program Lineage for Pie, when we have one extremely good AOSP based version online. Install the Pie version of the system that can be shot from a bow and never look back... Vache did a great job for as long as he did it, and a couple of other contributors too, so <3 thank you
now everyone seems to be somewhere else, that's how it goes

all the previous versions and knowledge gained from them kept being passed forward to ports from the next version of Android as well, so you'd have to look at Lineage Pie. Lineage16 seems to still be too raw for Potter, which means you likely won't see any official version soon. With Pie out, everyone's efforts turn to it, so you can see also that the 15.1 thread is pretty much dead.

Any way to remain on stock, but get the security updates?

I've use ROMs in the past, but never with the Essential phone. In fact my phone has run so well, I've never even factory reset it a single time, let alone put a ROM on it. But with Essential gone, I need a way to keep my phone secure.
I'm wondering what the best way to keep stock android (nothing wrong with stock) but allow myself to get the latest android updates as they come out. In looking at the ROMs there still seems to be some issues with bugs, and since this phone is my daily driver, I'd like it to be as stable as possible.
So is there:
1) A way to get the PH-1 on stock, but still get the important security updates somehow?
2) A rom available (even if android 9) that works for PH-1 that would be super stable but also get all new security updates?
Thanks in advance for any help.

holodude said:
I've use ROMs in the past, but never with the Essential phone. In fact my phone has run so well, I've never even factory reset it a single time, let alone put a ROM on it. But with Essential gone, I need a way to keep my phone secure.
I'm wondering what the best way to keep stock android (nothing wrong with stock) but allow myself to get the latest android updates as they come out. In looking at the ROMs there still seems to be some issues with bugs, and since this phone is my daily driver, I'd like it to be as stable as possible.
So is there:
1) A way to get the PH-1 on stock, but still get the important security updates somehow?
2) A rom available (even if android 9) that works for PH-1 that would be super stable but also get all new security updates?
Thanks in advance for any help.
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Don't want to be rude, but here's the answer:
1. None
2. None

chanh2018 said:
Don't want to be rude, but here's the answer:
1. None
2. None
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I could have sworn I saw something that basically said you can download the latest stock version (that includes security updates) and flash it every time there is a new update. But I guess I could have misunderstood?

holodude said:
I could have sworn I saw something that basically said you can download the latest stock version (that includes security updates) and flash it every time there is a new update. But I guess I could have misunderstood?
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That was the case until Essential went out of business - you could do OTA updates, or download and flash yourself. The stock security updates were only provided by Essential, and the Feb 2020 update was the last one for this phone...

holodude said:
I could have sworn I saw something that basically said you can download the latest stock version (that includes security updates) and flash it every time there is a new update. But I guess I could have misunderstood?
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You are correct: Android GSI. Info >here<

aleph23 said:
Android GSI
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And how would that be "remaining on stock", as per the OP?

holodude said:
I could have sworn I saw something that basically said you can download the latest stock version (that includes security updates) and flash it every time there is a new update. But I guess I could have misunderstood?
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No way to stay on stock & get security updates (well you will get some direct from Google ie the Google Play System Update, the last one shown lower down this page
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-03-01
and can be found in your settings under security, but its only a fraction of patches)
That means your best option is probably the Android 11 GSI when it's out of Developer Preview in a July (?) and hope it's bug free, else Lineage etc .... not that you want custom roms, sorry.

IronRoo said:
No way to stay on stock & get security updates (well you will get some direct from Google ie the Google Play System Update, the last one shown lower down this page
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-03-01
and can be found in your settings under security, but its only a fraction of patches)
That means your best option is probably the Android 11 GSI when it's out of Developer Preview in a July (?) and hope it's bug free, else Lineage etc .... not that you want custom roms, sorry.
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Basically I'm looking for something safe and stable, whether it is ROM or otherwise. Right now I'm stable, but not safe. So you think my best bet is move to Lineage (to become safe) and then switch to the GSI when it is out of developer preview (and stable)?

From what I have read and asked here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/essential-phone/development/rom-evolution-x-4-1-69-t4073153
This ROM will give you what you are asking for as far as regular security updates are concerned. I have been waiting for Lineage to release an "OFFICIAL" version of Android 10 for our PH-1's but so far nothing. Also I would not mind going on Android 11 but then I do not think that will get monthly security updates either so I am thinking about trying this Evolution ROM out.... I have never worked with a phone with A/B slots so that is my only concern but after reading all the threads I am starting to understand how that works.
Hope this info helps you out.

holodude said:
Right now I'm stable, but not safe.
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Security updates are overrated. ?

SirDigitalKnight said:
From what I have read and asked here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/essential-phone/development/rom-evolution-x-4-1-69-t4073153
This ROM will give you what you are asking for as far as regular security updates are concerned. I have been waiting for Lineage to release an "OFFICIAL" version of Android 10 for our PH-1's but so far nothing. Also I would not mind going on Android 11 but then I do not think that will get monthly security updates either so I am thinking about trying this Evolution ROM out.... I have never worked with a phone with A/B slots so that is my only concern but after reading all the threads I am starting to understand how that works.
Hope this info helps you out.
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You & your big mouth! ?
https://download.lineageos.org/mata
(actually its been out a while, by the looks of it, but no mention here)
I'm the same boat as you, had hoped to flash LineageOS 17 months ago then move to Android 11 in few months time, guess it's decision time now.
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holodude said:
Basically I'm looking for something safe and stable, whether it is ROM or otherwise. Right now I'm stable, but not safe. So you think my best bet is move to Lineage (to become safe) and then switch to the GSI when it is out of developer preview (and stable)?
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Guess for stability & functionality it would have to be LineageOS.
Looks like May version is ver 17.1 (Android 10), not sure how this compares to previous version re bugs/working functions, but that means previous ver is already a month out of date on security )
edit: see this post also
https://forum.xda-developers.com/es...7-1-essential-ph-1-mata-t4066163/post82606687
Also DO NOT use the Essential USB cable & DO NOT relock boot loader!

SirDigitalKnight said:
From what I have read and asked here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/essential-phone/development/rom-evolution-x-4-1-69-t4073153
This ROM will give you what you are asking for as far as regular security updates are concerned. I have been waiting for Lineage to release an "OFFICIAL" version of Android 10 for our PH-1's but so far nothing. Also I would not mind going on Android 11 but then I do not think that will get monthly security updates either so I am thinking about trying this Evolution ROM out.... I have never worked with a phone with A/B slots so that is my only concern but after reading all the threads I am starting to understand how that works.
Hope this info helps you out.
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I'm on EvoX the only thing tht is not t working very well, is tht if u fast forward or rewind on Netflix ur phone reboots, hopefully fixed next update, but I'm happy with this ROM, the touch lag is almost non existence for some reason, glad they managed to fix tht. Also L1 certification is still there. The 360 camera workes better in this Rom for some reason. The best part is the customization though, so much

IronRoo said:
You & your big mouth!
https://download.lineageos.org/mata
(actually its been out a while, by the looks of it, but no mention here)
I'm the same boat as you, had hoped to flash LineageOS 17 months ago then move to Android 11 in few months time, guess it's decision time now.
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Guess for stability & functionality it would have to be LineageOS.
Looks like May version is ver 17.1 (Android 10), not sure how this compares to previous version re bugs/working functions, but that means previous ver is already a month out of date on security )
edit: see this post also
https://forum.xda-developers.com/es...7-1-essential-ph-1-mata-t4066163/post82606687
Also DO NOT use the Essential USB cable & DO NOT relock boot loader!
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Very strange that no one has started a new thread in the Custom ROM section about this... (This being an official release version of Lineageos 17.1) you would think it would be bigger news? There is still only an Unofficial thread... strange..
Anyway IronRoo let me know what you decide to do and how it goes... I am still on the fence as my PH-1 is currently working perfect on stock 10 but it is of course on the Feb 29th security patch... plus I haven't done a custom ROM install since my LG G5 but I hear it is like riding a bike... lol :silly::fingers-crossed:

SirDigitalKnight said:
Very strange that no one has started a new thread in the Custom ROM section about this... (This being an official release version of Lineageos 17.1) you would think it would be bigger news? There is still only an Unofficial thread... strange..
Anyway IronRoo let me know what you decide to do and how it goes... I am still on the fence as my PH-1 is currently working perfect on stock 10 but it is of course on the Feb 29th security patch... plus I haven't done a custom ROM install since my LG G5 but I hear it is like riding a bike... lol :silly::fingers-crossed:
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For LOS, I think we should wait until their server is back, and few more releases come out.
LineageOS 17.1 for Essential is so new, only couple releases, and still in updating state.

chanh2018 said:
For LOS, I think we should wait until their server is back, and few more releases come out.
LineageOS 17.1 for Essential is so new, only couple releases, and still in updating state.
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Yes, many will agree, though I'm OK with giving it a go but I need to buy a new high quality USB cable as kid damaged my Samsung one and have only a cheap 6" one which I'm not sure I trust to flash without bricking phone.

SirDigitalKnight said:
Very strange that no one has started a new thread in the Custom ROM section about this... (This being an official release version of Lineageos 17.1) you would think it would be bigger news? There is still only an Unofficial thread... strange..
Anyway IronRoo let me know what you decide to do and how it goes... I am still on the fence as my PH-1 is currently working perfect on stock 10 but it is of course on the Feb 29th security patch... plus I haven't done a custom ROM install since my LG G5 but I hear it is like riding a bike... lol :silly::fingers-crossed:
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Just did a quick websearch and a few have tried flashing it reddit and here on the 16 thread, and it's suggested wait for next release (first recovery had issue, but now fixed, but next release of ROM should have a few fixes & Lineage build servers are down so not sure when new release will drop)