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February updates are live

Updates are live, installing on Pixel XL, but zero information about the fixes or improvements on Google Bulletin. It says no Pixel security fixes this time included, no information about new features or other fixes too. So only general Android security fixes this time I guess.
Announcements
There are no Pixel security patches in the February 2019 Pixel Update Bulletin.
Functional patches
All Pixel devices running Android 9 will receive an Android 9 update as part of the February OTA. This quarterly release contains many functional updates and improvements to various parts of the Android platform and supported Pixel devices.

Does anyone already received the OTA ?

onesolo said:
Does anyone already received the OTA ?
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I manually installed on Monday afternoon. All went well. Flashed factory images (retained data). Booted TWRP to flash Magisk. Only nuance was that new version of Magisk was released at about the same time, so had to play around with that for a bit. Standard monthly upgrade. No surprises. All seems to be running well.

I'm on magisk but I haven't receive the OTA even when pushing the button. With magisk shouldn't I still get the notification (manual or not) ?? I know that installing it with magisk is a whole different thing... I always install full otas manually via twrp, but I would like to install a ota with the magisk method... too much time consuming when doing via twrp

Vendor Security Patch Question:

I am very confused about the Vendor Security patch for Open Beta 17. I am currently on a Custom ROM and Custom Kernel and when I go to settings>About Phone>Android 9, I get a detail overview of the phone and one of those details is Vendor Security Patch Level and for me it states it's September 5th 2018 while Android Security Patch is September 5th 2019.
My question to those of you reading this is, What should Open Beta 17's Vendor Patch be on ? I find it incredibly hard to believe that the Vendor level hasn't been updated since September 5th of 2018. Please send me a screenshot of your current Vendor Security patch or at the very least tell what the date for Open Beta 17's Vendor Security Patch Level should be. I went ahead and looked with root explorer at the Vendor build.prop and it says the build date of the Vendor is August 30th of 2019 while the security level is September 5th of 2018. To me, this seems like a mistake because I don't think the Vendor Security should be a WHOLE YEAR BEHIND the Android Security Patch.
I know it shouldn't matter and I'm not a big "Security freak" but I like consistency and the screenshot below is my problem. I was told it was OnePlus's fault and there isn't anything we can do about that.
Down below I am leaving two screenshots, One is of the settings>About Phone and the other is the Vendor build.prop.
I would appreciate it if someone told me this is correct and provided me a screenshot or to let me know if it's a mistake done by OnePlus and don't worry about it .Thanks in advance for anyone who replies helping me out with this. Greatly appreciate it.

As you said:
a mistake done by OnePlus and don't worry about it
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That prop is just a string, OnePlus/custom rom developer can make changes in /vendor daily, but if they don't change that text, it will continue to show an old date, it can also happen in the opposite way.

onliner said:
As you said:
That prop is just a string, OnePlus/custom rom developer can make changes in /vendor daily, but if they don't change that text, it will continue to show an old date, it can also happen in the opposite way.
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So do I just change the date or is it really September 5th 2018. The build date of the Vendor is August 30th 2019 but the security is September 5th 2018. Should I just change it to August 30th 2019 or leave it alone ?
Edit: I can change it to August 30th 2019 but I don't want it to be false.

Sadistic_Loser said:
So do I just change the date or is it really September 5th 2018. The build date of the Vendor is August 30th 2019 but the security is September 5th 2018. Should I just change it to August 30th 2019 or leave it alone ?
Edit: I can change it to August 30th 2019 but I don't want it to be false.
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Change it? That wouldn't change anything, it's just text.

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Change it? That wouldn't change anything, it's just text.
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Well it changes the date of the Vendor Security Patch and if the build date for the Vendor is August 30th then maybe they forgot to change the Vendor Date. I don't know how the vendor partition works but it's literally a whole year apart from the Android Security Patch and it doesn't make any sense.
Here the after result of changing the date. I have no way of knowing if the security part of the vendor partition is August 30th 2019 but I've seen other people show me screenshots of the vendor higher than September 5th 2018.
What version of OOS are you on and what is your vendor date, and if you're on a Custom ROM then could you show me a screenshot of the date your vendor is on ?

Well I looked on my device, currently T-Mobile Stock Firmware locked. I dont have the ability to see the Vender partition info like RR shows you.
However, as long as you flash the latest beta and or stable, you will have the latest update for the vendor partition.
I wouldn't worry about the text of the matter. Like the other guy was saying before me. The edits you made don't change anything except what is displayed on that one specific screen. It doesn't change anything in the vendor partition.

Scott said:
Well I looked on my device, currently T-Mobile Stock Firmware locked. I dont have the ability to see the Vender partition info like RR shows you.
However, as long as you flash the latest beta and or stable, you will have the latest update for the vendor partition.
I wouldn't worry about the text of the matter. Like the other guy was saying before me. The edits you made don't change anything except what is displayed on that one specific screen. It doesn't change anything in the vendor partition.
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Well first off I just want to thank you and the other person as well for replying, seems like anytime I ask this kind of question it gets ignored and probably for a good reason. I do know that changing the text will only change what is displayed but my confusion is that I under the impression they forgot to update the date of the Vendor Security Patch Level. It is the latest Beta (Technically 16 is since they apparently pulled Beta 17 away because of an issue.) and so I have no reason to care about it but it just throws me off because it says September 5th 2018. I'll leave it be and wait for Android 10 firmware to release next month (Hopefully).

New updates 11.0.7.0 are available

A new update is coming to my Note 7 today.
It is 1.9gb
Is it android 10?
What is new?
- Android security patch February 2020
- App lock for all apps
Does it need 1.9 GB?

I've got mine one week ago and it was just 200MB. The thing i've noticed is that the 48mpx camera is fixed.

Why so large? Is it android 10? I got the notification, but don't want to update just yet.

No, it's just an update with February security patch. I guess this is not just an incremental OTA, but the whole ROM, that's why it is so heavy. I've installed it and I haven't noticed any new bugs.

Trakost said:
No, it's just an update with February security patch. I guess this is not just an incremental OTA, but the whole ROM, that's why it is so heavy. I've installed it and I haven't noticed any new bugs.
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Thanks! Most importantly - GCam works fine?

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:

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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:
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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)

T-mobile 8T+ 5G Stock Rom Update Info

Hi All,
My stock rom T-mobile 8T+ 5G just got updated. Not sure what else included with this update but the update size 397MB seems too big for the November security patch!
Installation paused
Installation will continue when device isn't being used. To install now, tap Resume.
New version: 11.0.5.7.KBO9CB
A new software update is available for your Android Smartphone.
This release includes the following:
Android security patch upgraded to November 2020
If you choose not to do so now, the update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2AM and 4AM starting Dec 31st, 2020.
Data rates may apply.
Please do not turn off your device while the update is installing. During Installation you cannot use your device at all, even to dial 9-1-1.
Update size: 397 MB
Resume

Wow... Another update from T-Mobile!
System update available
New version: 11.0.6.8.KB09CB
A new software update is available for your Android Smartphone.
This release includes the following:
• General improvements and fixes
If you choose not to do so now, the update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2AM and 4AM starting Jan 7th, 2021.
Data rates may apply.
Please do not turn off your device while the update is installing. During Installation you cannot use your device at all, even to dial 9-1-1.
Update size: 111 MB
Restart after 2:00 AM
Restart now

Caltinpla said:
Wow... Another update from T-Mobile!
System update available
New version: 11.0.6.8.KB09CB
A new software update is available for your Android Smartphone.
This release includes the following:
• General improvements and fixes
If you choose not to do so now, the update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2AM and 4AM starting Jan 7th, 2021.
Data rates may apply.
Please do not turn off your device while the update is installing. During Installation you cannot use your device at all, even to dial 9-1-1.
Update size: 111 MB
Restart after 2:00 AM
Restart now
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I haven't installed yet. Have you?
If so, how's it going?

I have and experienced no problems.

New version 11.0.7.9
Jan 2021 Android security patch

Now if only the global, EU and indian oneplus roms would get the same love and receive the january security patch. it says something when the carrier specific software get updates first...

Qnorsten said:
Now if only the global, EU and indian oneplus roms would get the same love and receive the january security patch. it says something when the carrier specific software get updates first...
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All they did was update the security patch. OOS needs updating.

Both Android security and Google play system updated to Jan 2021

Caltinpla said:
New version 11.0.7.9
Jan 2021 Android security patch
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Is it stable?

How do we use adb to pull apps? I just came back to the TMO stock Room and want to get rid of the crappy TMO apps

cookiemonster79 said:
Is it stable?
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It's stable and I feel my phone snappier even though it did not mention about the general performance improvements or fixes like the last update (111MB vs 123MB)

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How do we use adb to pull apps? I just came back to the TMO stock Room and want to get rid of the crappy TMO apps
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IMO, I just disabled them but look here:
Increase battery life
If you have developers options enabled, connect to PC with USB debugging enabled. and type each line in CMD which CD to the platformtools/adb then press enter: This is System Tracing which is automatically enabled when dev options is on. adb...
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OnePlus Community
Introducing our new OnePlus Community experience, with a completely revamped structure, built from the ground-up.
forums.oneplus.com

Caltinpla said:
IMO, I just disabled them but look here:
Increase battery life
If you have developers options enabled, connect to PC with USB debugging enabled. and type each line in CMD which CD to the platformtools/adb then press enter: This is System Tracing which is automatically enabled when dev options is on. adb...
forum.xda-developers.com
OnePlus Community
Introducing our new OnePlus Community experience, with a completely revamped structure, built from the ground-up.
forums.oneplus.com
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Thanks! I disabled some stuff. Got rid of the two TMobile apps I couldn't uninstall. How many of the TMobile APK s can I get rid of? Also is there anyway to get visual voicemail on the dialer?

Nevermind! It just randomly appeared

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Smallsmx3 said:
Thanks! I disabled some stuff. Got rid of the two TMobile apps I couldn't uninstall. How many of the TMobile APK s can I get rid of? Also is there anyway to get visual voicemail on the dialer?
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I downloaded the google dialer beta version from play store and the visual voicemail working!

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I downloaded the google dialer beta version from play store and the visual voicemail working!
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I had both Google and Opo dialer. It was working with both but on the Google dialer the VM stops if I put the phone up to my face and the screen turns off

Smallsmx3 said:
I had both Google and Opo dialer. It was working with both but on the Google dialer the VM stops if I put the phone up to my face and the screen turns off
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I disabled the OP stock dialer and the Google dialer visual voicemail working fine

New version: 11.0.8.10

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New version: 11.0.8.10
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Notice anything new? The stock 8t global/EU Rom is in a really good place. Really stable and battery life is great for me. I really wish Tmobile wouldn't mess with the software

Smallsmx3 said:
Notice anything new? The stock 8t global/EU Rom is in a really good place. Really stable and battery life is great for me. I really wish Tmobile wouldn't mess with the software
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How did you deal with getting 5G up and running? That is the only thing stopping me from going to global/EU