So I updated my G950u to the CRE1 build no knowing it wasnt the official release. So Im going to flash my phone to get on the offical build. After flashing i am going to restore from a backup. Will I have to recompile and install Adhell3? Will I have to give permissions back via usb? Will this also format my sd card? If yes cant I just remove it and insert after flashing?
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If you haven't already done so, install Rom Manager and flash Clockworkmod Recovery. It doesn't replace the actual recovery partition or the files that restore it so it won't affect flashing the update.
If you received an OTA notice don't flash it. You can go into /system/cache and copy it, or download it from the links in other threads. Place the update zip (no need to rename it) on the root of your sd card.
To install the update you must be fully stock (root is okay). That means any changed or deleted system files (including bootanimation.zip) will prevent the update from flashing. You will get a status 7 error. If you used Bloat Freezer you must defrost all before flashing the zip or it will error.
Also, have available whatever zip you used to root your Nexus one (i.e., su.zip or superboot, etc.) and put on the root of your sd card.
Once your system is back to stock reboot into CWM recovery and select flash zip from sd card. Then flash the 2.3.6 update file. Then DO NOT reboot yet. Now flash your root zip. After you have flashed both the udpate and the root zip you can reboot your phone. No need to wipe anything.
When your phone reboots you will have 2.3.6 and it will still be rooted. No bootloader gymnastics necessary.
I am using stock (almost) version of GRJ22 , but unfortunatelly I got the status 7 error when I tried to apply the update via clockworkmod recovery. I guess that's because I have already integrated some system apps into ROM using Titanium Backup.
So, if I flash stock vanilla GRJ22, then SU, then GRK39F (the incremental update) and finally SU again, won't that do the job??
Thanks..
Nikos_s3 said:
I am using stock (almost) version of GRJ22 , but unfortunatelly I got the status 7 error when I tried to apply the update via clockworkmod recovery. I guess that's because I have already integrated some system apps into ROM using Titanium Backup.
So, if I flash stock vanilla GRJ22, then SU, then GRK39F (the incremental update) and finally SU again, won't that do the job??
Thanks..
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Yes, that will do nicely. Just need to get back to GRJ22 stock before you can flash the udpate. The updater-script does an assert and checks the md5 checksum of every system file before it allows the update to flash. If it doesn't find all stock files or checksums don't match what it is looking for, you get a status 7 error and the line above will show which file it stopped on. So you can look at those messages and keep restoring files it wants (if only a few) without having to flash completely back to stock.
I guess that would take much time, as almost all of my google apps are integrated into ROM...so I will try to follow the procedure I wrote earlier and if that won't work, I will try a ready stock,rooted ROM (Fireb33 has done it already)..
thanks mate..
Why so complicated?
You can update to 2.3.6 AND keep root even much more simple:
1.) Update from OTA to 2.3.6 (and loose root).
2.) Flash Superboot from Madaco and get back root.
Done in 3 minutes.. No need to flash, recover, overwrite and/or whatever, no need for ADB, no messing:
Code:
https://bexton.net/2011/09/24/root-access-for-nexus-one-on-android-2-3-6-grk39f-superboot/
Bexton said:
You can update to 2.3.6 AND keep root even much more simple:
1.) Update from OTA to 2.3.6 (and loose root).
2.) Flash Superboot from Madaco and get back root.
Done in 3 minutes.. No need to flash, recover, overwrite and/or whatever, no need for ADB, no messing:
Code:
https://bexton.net/2011/09/24/root-access-for-nexus-one-on-android-2-3-6-grk39f-superboot/
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That's only for those who have the bootloader unlocked?
_raz_ said:
That's only for those who have the bootloader unlocked?
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Well, yep. That method indicates your (phones) bootloader is unlocked. But as it's the N1, unlocking the bootloader is just 19 (up to 25) characters away -> "fastboot(-linux) oem unlock".
Edit: By the way, i looked up that post from an android platform engineer:
Code:
groups.google.com/group/android-platform/msg/b7d83992dd92accb?dmode=source
The N1 is just made for that.
tried superboot but wifi down
I flashed the update for 2.3.6 and then superboot but my wifi gives an error when I try to turn it on.
New Superboot file for GRK39F?
Is there a new Superboot file for the new OTA update?
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If you haven't already done so, install Rom Manager and flash Clockworkmod Recovery. It doesn't replace the actual recovery partition or the files that restore it so it won't affect flashing the update.
If you received an OTA notice don't flash it. You can go into /system/cache and copy it, or download it from the links in other threads. Place the update zip (no need to rename it) on the root of your sd card.
To install the update you must be fully stock (root is okay). That means any changed or deleted system files (including bootanimation.zip) will prevent the update from flashing. You will get a status 7 error. If you used Bloat Freezer you must defrost all before flashing the zip or it will error.
Also, have available whatever zip you used to root your Nexus one (i.e., su.zip or superboot, etc.) and put on the root of your sd card.
Once your system is back to stock reboot into CWM recovery and select flash zip from sd card. Then flash the 2.3.6 update file. Then DO NOT reboot yet. Now flash your root zip. After you have flashed both the udpate and the root zip you can reboot your phone. No need to wipe anything.
When your phone reboots you will have 2.3.6 and it will still be rooted. No bootloader gymnastics necessary.
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I want to update to gingerbread and looking for the proper guidance going forward. I've done some looking around the forums but i'm still unclear if i need to unroot or install a stock build, etc. What i know is the phone is rooted and sim unlocked. How can i check to see if the bootloader is open/locked?
Current specs:
android version 2.2.1
Baseband 32.41.00.32U_5.08.00.04
Kernal Version 2.6.35.9-cyanogenmod
Mod Version: Cyanogenmod-6.1.1-N1
Build: FRG83D
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Please treat me like an idiot and walk me through this process. It's be utterly frustrating and I'm a stone's throw away from busting out my Nokia 3390 (equipped with led disco keypad).
If your bootloader is unlocked you will see an unlocked padlock on the boot up screen...
I recently got another MT4G and went through the whole downgrading to froyo and rooting process. Its now has CM7 and the latest Clockwork recovery on it. While I was on froyo I forgot to Sim unlock the phone. What will I have to do to Sim unlock now that im back on 2.3.7? Do I have to downgrade again for the gfree unlock method to work?
Easy option: Call TMo and get unlock code by giving your IEMI. They will email it to you within a week.
Hard option: You guessed it, you have to downgrade.
Errr if you posted this 2days ago I would have gave you all you needed. Since I cleaned my MediaFire account and deleted master S2.2.1FY backup. Which included all you needed to root.
Best advice I can give you now is do a full nandroid backup of 2.3.7GB and do total system wipe. Then download stock nandroid backup if any is still valid in Dec sec due to file sharing sites restricting public download. Then just gfree unlock it and once verified then do wipe again and restore 2.3.7GB nandroid. If you had my backup it would take 2min max to finish it :O now it might take you 10min or so max.
I need the unlock soon so my better option would be to do it myself with a downgrade. Does it just have to be a froyo rom or does it have to be a stock restore that will change my recovery and everything back to stock?
Most of the eMMc write protection exploits for our device works on 2.2.1FY. You can keep your current CWMR as that will save your life after unlock is done with simple nandroid 2.3.7GB restore. But answer is no to reverting stock recovery.img as it plays no roll.
1) Find and download stock SFY2.2.1-nandroid, gfree, VISIONary+.
2) Nandroid backup current GB2.3.7GB, do system wipe + format /system. Then restore stock Sense2.2.1FY nandroid.
3) Load into 2.2.1 and just do simunlock flag and verify it worked on bootloader.
4) Once again do total system wipe + format /system. Then restore GB2.3.7-nandroid.
NOTE: You might also want to download basic file manager + terminal. As on stock you won't have it installed. So adb install it and make sure from settings untrusted source is enabled.
Thank you sir!
I downloaded the PD15IMG from this link here...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
It loaded me up to the stock room and kept my S-Off but I lost root.
I then used visionary to root the rom again with no problems and then I was able to proceed with unlocking through g-free.
How should I go about putting CyanogenMod onto my device? As I understand it I will need to put a custom recovery onto it first, as well as rooting it. Should I back it up before starting or is it low risk? How should I go about backing it up?
I have looked at the chain fire root download page but none of the downloads perfectly match my device.
Model number:
SM-G900I
Android version:
5.0
Baseband version:
G900IDVU1BOJ2
Kernel version:
3.4.0-5543425
[email protected] #1
Build number:
LRX21T.G900IDVU1BOJ1
Thanks for any help in advance, since i'm new to all this
So, http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help/rom-official-cm-12-nightly-builds-post-t3015742 here you will find Cyanogenmod ROM for your device. READ ALL CAREFULLY.
Here https://download.chainfire.eu/728/CF-Root/CF-Auto-Root/CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltezt-smg900i.zip you got the chainfire autoroot zip. Just flash the .md5 with odin that you also got in the .zip. If with that version doesn't work, download 3.10.7.
In the first link, post 2, you got also the TWRP recovery. Flash it with odin and make a backup on the external card, because you'll need to wipe everything on the phone, and you will now that you are safe, because you backup is on external card. Be carefully not to wipe out the external too!
CristianDrăgan said:
So, http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help/rom-official-cm-12-nightly-builds-post-t3015742 here you will find Cyanogenmod ROM for your device. READ ALL CAREFULLY.
Here https://download.chainfire.eu/728/CF-Root/CF-Auto-Root/CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltezt-smg900i.zip you got the chainfire autoroot zip. Just flash the .md5 with odin that you also got in the .zip. If with that version doesn't work, download 3.10.7.
In the first link, post 2, you got also the TWRP recovery. Flash it with odin and make a backup on the external card, because you'll need to wipe everything on the phone, and you will now that you are safe, because you backup is on external card. Be carefully not to wipe out the external too!
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Just some follow-up questions before I start:
The cyanogenmod downloads page has 6 links for cm13 and only 1 for cm12, which should I go with? The thread you linked is for cm12 so I assume I should go with cm12 but i may be wrong.
Also, the GAPPS thread linked in the install guide has been closed, what should I use instead?
If it would be better for me to use cm13 should i use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/unified-development/rom-cyanogenmod-13-0-android-6-0-t3237502 guide?
you should the official cm13 nightlies. i recommend using opengapps
opengapps.org
alsl you should flash twrp, and make a nandroid backup from twrp.
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Hey guys would appreciate some help.
I was trying to install Xposed and was relatively careless and didn't make any backups.
Currently i am on the latest Stock lolipop ROM for my SM-N9005, and only have a basic understanding of what I am doing.
My steps were:
1. Root via CF-Auto-Root and Odin
2. Install latest version of CWM touch via Rashr - Flash Tool - so far so good.
3. I then downloaded and flashed xposed-v67-sdk21-arm.zip via CWM and got into a bootloop.
Still have access to CWM and download mode. I would prefer not to lose all my files and apps if at all possible.
I have tried ADB sideloading Xposed-Disabler-Recovery.zip to undo any damage that Xposed had done, but it just said "no backup found for app_process nothing to be performed!"
Any ideas on how I can get my phone to working order and what has gone wrong?
Thanks!
Ant2555
Still have access to CWM
Make a backup and copy off your phone .
You should be able to recover your files from that .
Thanks for the reply.
I am using about 29gb of my 32gb storage and most of my 64Gb SD card so i fear there may not be room.
Even if there was room, I would very much prefer to not have to do a clean install if at all possible.
How would I transfer the backup to my computer after if I were to go down that route?
Use samsung kies for that
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Don't worry all fixed. Downloaded the latest uninstaller and sideloaded it
Worked.
Hi,
I am new to the P9 lite forum, just received my P9 lite last week.
I am quite experienced with flashing my Galaxy S2 and from what I read so far Huawei is quite different in some aspects.
I would like to raise a few general questions:
1. Can I debrand my device with only flashing a new stock ROM or do I also need to flash an oeminfo? (I do have C150, so it would be C432 for me)
2. What of the following is possible without bootloader unlocking?
- flashing a stock rom
- flashing a stock recovery
- flashing an oeminfo
3. Does the device stay unlocked, whatever I flash, or does the bootloader automatically get locked as soon as I flash a stock ROM and or recovery?
4. Unlocking the device fpr dual SIM does not have any disadvantages, so I still could use an SD Card in 2nd Sim slot, right?
5. Is the /data partition encrypted in stock firmware?
6. In case it is encrypted, this would mean my SD Card also getting encrypted if I install it as internal memory?
7. This is hard question and only guesses can be made, but do you believe this device could get an official Lineage OS eventually? From what I can see, at least the P8 lite got an official status with CyanogenMod.
8. Could I make an image /system (ROM) and would be able to reflash it? I guess not in a way ROMs get normally delivered (zip) and it would not be signed, so it could not be flashed with a locked bootloader. I am aware that a dd image could work with root and unlocked bootloader.
9. Is there a seperate partition like on Samsung devices, where the IMEI is stored and which should be backuped before flashing?
10. What is the /cust partition for?
Some questions are only for general understanding, as I am going to root and debrand it eventually.
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1. Some people flashed stock ROM but their region remained the same, so if you want to change region you have to flash oeminfo.
2. Without unlocking bootloader the only thing you can do is to flash stock ROM.
3. The device will relock only if you flash stock ROM through the three buttons mode, flashing a zip will keep the device unlocked.
4. Yes, unlocking dual sim still allow you to use SD card. I did it without problem.
5. Yes Huawei has encrypted data partition.
6. If you use SD card as internal storage it will be encrypted, and if you remove it, the only way to use it again is to format it.
7. I don't think we will ever get official LineageOS, but hope is the last to die .
8. You can flash a zip only through TWRP (so with unlocked bootloader), otherwise it will not work.
9. As I know it's not necessary to backup IMEI if you don't do very weird thing with your phone.
10. Cust should be where oeminfo is stored (I think?), If I am wrong, someone correct me .
Thanks for your answer.
So basically de-branding is only possible, if you unlock your bootloader and therefore can flash a different oeminfo?
Refereing encrypted as internal formated SD Card. Shouldn't it be possible to decrypt via Linux CLI with cryptsetup....? Or is Android not using dm-crypt?
fireburner-de said:
Thanks for your answer.
So basically de-branding is only possible, if you unlock your bootloader and therefore can flash a different oeminfo?
Refereing encrypted as internal formated SD Card. Shouldn't it be possible to decrypt via Linux CLI with cryptsetup....? Or is Android not using dm-crypt?
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I have not tried to debrand as my device was stock, but you should try first to flash the stock firmware (B160 suggested).
Anyways in EMUI the function to use SD card as internal storage is disabled by default because of Huawei security policy I guess, but some users found a way to enable it in fastboot if I remember correctly. I don't know if it's possible to decrypt it in Linux sorry :/
Hello, I registered for the beta test emui 5.0 in france. In the meantime, do you think I can reinstall b336.zip and returned to MM when they go to publish ota beta-nougat.