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Updating a rom

Hello
Thank you for taking the time to look at my problem!
So i have a rom that is at android 6.0 (Maruos) and for my own project i want to update it to Android 7 is there a known guide for this or is anyone willing to give me a hand in getting it up to 7?

adamk8875 said:
Hello
Thank you for taking the time to look at my problem!
So i have a rom that is at android 6.0 (Maruos) and for my own project i want to update it to Android 7 is there a known guide for this or is anyone willing to give me a hand in getting it up to 7?
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The first thing you should do is get the most up-to-date nougat stock firmware. If you google Nexus 6p stock firmware you will get the link to all the google images. Just scroll down to angler and look for the last 7.1.2 image. Now there's two ways to flash I prefer the fastboot method but most use the flash.all file you get in the download from said image. If you look up the Heisenberg guide on returning to stock will show you all the commands if you choose fastboot method. After you've accomplished this you can flash twrp and use any nougat ROM that's still available. Now why do you want nougat when 8.1 Oreo is available? Its really good and battery life is great.

Exodusche said:
The first thing you should do is get the most up-to-date nougat stock firmware. If you google Nexus 6p stock firmware you will get the link to all the google images. Just scroll down to angler and look for the last 7.1.2 image. Now there's two ways to flash I prefer the fastboot method but most use the flash.all file you get in the download from said image. If you look up the Heisenberg guide on returning to stock will show you all the commands if you choose fastboot method. After you've accomplished this you can flash twrp and use any nougat ROM that's still available. Now why do you want nougat when 8.1 Oreo is available? Its really good and battery life is great.
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Nougat is just the version we decided to use for now we will go up to Oreo at some point i just need to learn how to update a rom to nougat from Marshmallow

adamk8875 said:
Nougat is just the version we decided to use for now we will go up to Oreo at some point i just need to learn how to update a rom to nougat from Marshmallow
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Same steps as Oreo download nougat firmware and fastboot flash appropriate files. Heisenberg guide or google api sight will have the commands. I suppose you could google update your way but be more tedious and prone to bugs.

I need to update the source code to nougat so i can build it is what i'm meaning

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4(SM-T530) with Android 5.0.2 looking for newer Android version

Hi, as the title says I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4(SM-T530) with Android 5.0.2 and I wonder if it is possible to have a newer Android version installed on it? Or maybe a custom rom?
I have done some searching but I can't find the required info.
Thanks for any help.

I did search but cannot find anything...help is appreciated.

Nobody who knows?

There are none which are terribly up-to-date, but I'm using https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/rom-resurrection-remix-5-8-0-t3544283 and there's also https://www.cyanogenmods.org/forums/topic/lineage-os-14-1-galaxy-tab-4-10-1-wifi-android-7-1-rom/ .

sandalle said:
There are none which are terribly up-to-date, but I'm using https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/rom-resurrection-remix-5-8-0-t3544283 and there's also https://www.cyanogenmods.org/forums/topic/lineage-os-14-1-galaxy-tab-4-10-1-wifi-android-7-1-rom/ .
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Try this rom witch I made witch has working camera & microphone but no Skype yet, no bloat, very little lag, and come with gapps, Open Camera, Pixel Launcher, Pixel Icons fot scock LineageOS apps https://forum.xda-developers.com/ta...ht-project-t3877643/post78389814#post78389814

Another Newbie with questions
DJABHipHop said:
Try this rom witch I made witch has working camera & microphone but no Skype yet, no bloat, very little lag, and come with gapps, Open Camera, Pixel Launcher, Pixel Icons fot scock LineageOS apps https://forum.xda-developers.com/ta...ht-project-t3877643/post78389814#post78389814
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Hi DJABHipHop,
Thanks for all the work you've done.
I have a Sumsung SM-T530 (matissewifixx)
OS: Lollipop 5.0.2
Bootloader: T530XXU1BQB2
After a quick learning curve I've been following the https://www.getdroidtips.com/lineage-os-17-1-galaxy-tab-4-10-1#Pre-Requirements article:
1) Used Odin3-v3.10.6.exe to root my device
2) Installed the latest TWRP 3.0.0-0-.matisse.img <-- It appears you're using a newer version (TWRP-3.2.3-0_matissewifi-180918.img) - question to follow
3) Attempted (unsuccessfully) to install the lightning-17.1-20201012-UNOFFICIAL-matissewifi-Unsweetened-XDA-BUILD
I receive an Error 7 - basically not identifying my device correctly from what the error says
Now the article actually mentions this exact issue...
To install Lineage OS 17.1 on your Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1, you need to unlock bootloader and running the latest TWRP Recovery. If you are on the old version, you will see error 7 warning text while installing the custom ROM on Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (matisse) device.
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Because I'm new to this whole process, I want to be sure I am doing the right thing (don't want to brick the device)
Do I need to use the TWRP version you reference in https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/samsung-galaxy-tab-4-light-project-t3877643/post78389814#post78389814?

srekcuSuoY said:
Hi DJABHipHop,
Thanks for all the work you've done.
I have a Sumsung SM-T530 (matissewifixx)
OS: Lollipop 5.0.2
Bootloader: T530XXU1BQB2
After a quick learning curve I've been following the https://www.getdroidtips.com/lineage-os-17-1-galaxy-tab-4-10-1#Pre-Requirements article:
1) Used Odin3-v3.10.6.exe to root my device
2) Installed the latest TWRP 3.0.0-0-.matisse.img <-- It appears you're using a newer version (TWRP-3.2.3-0_matissewifi-180918.img) - question to follow
3) Attempted (unsuccessfully) to install the lightning-17.1-20201012-UNOFFICIAL-matissewifi-Unsweetened-XDA-BUILD
I receive an Error 7 - basically not identifying my device correctly from what the error says
Now the article actually mentions this exact issue...
Because I'm new to this whole process, I want to be sure I am doing the right thing (don't want to brick the device)
Do I need to use the TWRP version you reference in https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/samsung-galaxy-tab-4-light-project-t3877643/post78389814#post78389814?
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3.0.0-0 isn't the latest TWRP. Check https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/recovery-twrp-recovery-matisse-millet-t4019831 and install matisse version. Then, you can install lfr 17.1 or los 16.
And to get more precise informations, check always XDA, not external bad blogs...

matteo0026 said:
3.0.0-0 isn't the latest TWRP. Check https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/development/recovery-twrp-recovery-matisse-millet-t4019831 and install matisse version. Then, you can install lfr 17.1 or los 16.
And to get more precise informations, check always XDA, not external bad blogs...
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Thanks matteo,
Your tip/link has worked I've now upgraded to twrp-3.4.0-3-matisse and the 17.1 OS install has now been successful.
Good advice on the 'external' blogs... my next step is to install the 'GApps', that 'external' blog suggested some more external links to get the right Apps, more confusing for a newbie that the original article...
any advice would be greatly appreciated.

srekcuSuoY said:
Thanks matteo,
Your tip/link has worked I've now upgraded to twrp-3.4.0-3-matisse and the 17.1 OS install has now been successful.
Good advice on the 'external' blogs... my next step is to install the 'GApps', that 'external' blog suggested some more external links to get the right Apps, more confusing for a newbie that the original article...
any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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opengapps.org --> arm 10 pico // and you are good to go

looking for a rom with android 9
is it possible or not?
found nothing

Medical Detective said:
looking for a rom with android 9
is it possible or not?
found nothing
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If you aren't able to search on XDA... https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-unofficial-matisse-millet-lineageos-16-0.4032901/

Custom ROM installation

Hi,
My phone model is ZenFone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL [X00TD]. I've recently installed "Version WW-16.2017.2002.061 " manually from ASUS website link below because I wasn't gerring any OTA updates.
https://www.asus.com/in/Phone/ZenFon...Desk_Download/
I want to install and try Custom ROM's.
I'm a newbie and don't have any idea regarding the necessary tools required for those installations.
Can anyone provide me the instructions or steps in details on how to install custom ROM on my phone?
Thank you.

Kumaranil_1918 said:
Hi,
My phone model is ZenFone Max Pro (M1) ZB601KL [X00TD]. I've recently installed "Version WW-16.2017.2002.061 " manually from ASUS website link below because I wasn't gerring any OTA updates.
https://www.asus.com/in/Phone/ZenFon...Desk_Download/
I want to install and try Custom ROM's.
I'm a newbie and don't have any idea regarding the necessary tools required for those installations.
Can anyone provide me the instructions or steps in details on how to install custom ROM on my phone?
Thank you.
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If you are not technical enough or you are afraid of tinkering BUT you are eager to learn, then read this instructions here so you have an idea on what you are trying to learn https://forum.xda-developers.com/asus-zenfone-max-pro-m1/how-to/guide-ultimate-guide-max-pro-m1-bt-t3915011
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1234What said:
If you are not technical enough or you are afraid of tinkering BUT you are eager to learn, then read this instructions here so you have an idea on what you are trying to learn https://forum.xda-developers.com/asus-zenfone-max-pro-m1/how-to/guide-ultimate-guide-max-pro-m1-bt-t3915011
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Thank you for the guide.
I checked the below mentioned ROMs and they seem to have few bugs that need to be fixed as mentioned by other users:
1. PixelDust-X-aosp-X00T-20200124-1750
2. Xiaomi.Eu_20.3.26_X00TD
3. RevengeOS-3.1-Q-OFFICIAL-X00T-20200223-1713
4. Bliss-v12.4-X00T-OFFICIAL-20200228
5. Xiaomi.Eu_Stable_11.0.3.0_X00TD
6. MiUiPro_Mod_EU_11.0.3.0_stable_X00TD
7. Pixel experience or Pixel experience plus edition.
I want a ROM which has customization features like Miui and which is stable. Can you please tell me the best stable Custom ROM among the above so that I can install them?

Kumaranil_1918 said:
Thank you for the guide.
I checked the below mentioned ROMs and they seem to have few bugs that need to be fixed as mentioned by other users:
1. PixelDust-X-aosp-X00T-20200124-1750
2. Xiaomi.Eu_20.3.26_X00TD
3. RevengeOS-3.1-Q-OFFICIAL-X00T-20200223-1713
4. Bliss-v12.4-X00T-OFFICIAL-20200228
5. Xiaomi.Eu_Stable_11.0.3.0_X00TD
6. MiUiPro_Mod_EU_11.0.3.0_stable_X00TD
7. Pixel experience or Pixel experience plus edition.
I want a ROM which has customization features like Miui and which is stable. Can you please tell me the best stable Custom ROM among the above so that I can install them?
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For me, custom roms on Android Pie are much more stable than custom roms on Android 10, Better try those roms. Also you can try flashing those roms that you are interested and make some time to explore its features if it suits to your likes :good:

1234What said:
For me, custom roms on Android Pie are much more stable than custom roms on Android 10, Better try those roms. Also you can try flashing those roms that you are interested and make some time to explore its features if it suits to your likes :good:
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Thank you. WIll try and let you know if any issues.

hi,
I've unlocked my bootloader with out installing any twrp , custom rom or flash just by seeing a utube video. Right now I'm facing problem with it. Battery drains very quickly and gets heated up frequently. please help me to solve this problem.
And while charging also its getting heated and charging level is going down. My phone model is asus max pro (M1) X00TD. Please help me what to do. I tried relocking bootloader but in vain .Should I have to install any custom rom.

@yash said:
hi,
I've unlocked my bootloader with out installing any twrp , custom rom or flash just by seeing a utube video. Right now I'm facing problem with it. Battery drains very quickly and gets heated up frequently. please help me to solve this problem.
And while charging also its getting heated and charging level is going down. My phone model is asus max pro (M1) X00TD. Please help me what to do. I tried relocking bootloader but in vain .Should I have to install any custom rom.
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@yash said:
hi,
I've unlocked my bootloader with out installing any twrp , custom rom or flash just by seeing a utube video. Right now I'm facing problem with it. Battery drains very quickly and gets heated up frequently. please help me to solve this problem.
And while charging also its getting heated and charging level is going down. My phone model is asus max pro (M1) X00TD. Please help me what to do. I tried relocking bootloader but in vain .Should I have to install any custom rom.
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I think you were using THE OFFICIAL ANDROID 10 BETA. Try rolling back to pie. Go to the official website and search for "downgrade to 9" on the firmware list and follow the instructions.
And, you unlocked the bootloader using which method, the official method or unofficial method ?
I mean, did you download the unlocker from the official website or some where else ?
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Can you just downgrade OOS to Android 10 and then flash TWRP or is it impossible?

Hi, I recently bought an used OnePlus 8 Pro and it was already updated to Android 11. After repairing it, I discovered that it's not possible to run TWRP on this firmware version.
Couldn't I just go ahead and downgrade the OS in order to run TWRP on it or is it basically impossible like on the latest Samsung Galaxy S-series devices?
Would be glad if someone could answer me that question. I kinda tried to boot into twrp because I was too quick to read the thread but it just caused my device to run into Qualcomm Emegency Mode.

What do you need twrp for? If it's just to root and almost everything else... It can be done via other means.

sensui123 said:
What do you need twrp for? If it's just to root and almost everything else... It can be done via other means.
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I also counter the same problem, i just want to use twrp to flash another rom. Do you have any solution? I have search the forum but i didnot find something useful.

freeman1007 said:
I also counter the same problem, i just want to use twrp to flash another rom. Do you have any solution? I have search the forum but i didnot find something useful.
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Hmmmm the way I've seen a lot of custom roms... They're installed/flashed partition by partition in bootloader via fastboot.....I guess if you have to use twrp to flash the entire rom you do need to downgrade to os 10.

sensui123 said:
Hmmmm the way I've seen a lot of custom roms... They're installed/flashed partition by partition in bootloader via fastboot.....I guess if you have to use twrp to flash the entire rom you do need to downgrade to os 10.
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Thank you for your response. i think i just did not catch up the latest progress. Would you please help me find the instruction about how to flash rom in the new way you mentioned ? thank you so much.
And i still have the same question , is it necessary for us to downgrade to android 10 and then start flashing rom.

Look at the roms in the subforum here:
OnePlus 8 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
Improve your OnePlus 8 Pro 's battery life, performance, and look by rooting it and installing a custom ROM, kernel, and more.
forum.xda-developers.com
I just looked at some popular ones like Pixel experience and Lineage and they're both flashed in this way. Look at the opening post where the instructions are... Seems like Pixel Experience there's a batch file that flashes the partitions but it's essentially done this way without twrp.

sensui123 said:
Look at the roms in the subforum here:
OnePlus 8 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
Improve your OnePlus 8 Pro 's battery life, performance, and look by rooting it and installing a custom ROM, kernel, and more.
forum.xda-developers.com
I just looked at some popular ones like Pixel experience and Lineage and they're both flashed in this way. Look at the opening post where the instructions are... Seems like Pixel Experience there's a batch file that flashes the partitions but it's essentially done this way without twrp.
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thank you for your reply, I already tried to flash pixel experience, i followed the install guide but failed to flash its recovery file.
Install PixelExperience on instantnoodlep - PixelExperience Wiki
Install PixelExperience on instantnoodlep - PixelExperience Wiki
wiki.pixelexperience.org
Because it requires installing rom from recovery, so I get stuck here.
The problem is the device enters crash dump mode when switched to recovery mode. I guess the reason is that my p8pro is in andriod 11 before i flash recovery. now the device can enter android 11 normally but the recovery don't function. So I am here to ask is it necessary for me to downgrade to android 10 to solve the problem.

sensui123 said:
Look at the roms in the subforum here:
OnePlus 8 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
Improve your OnePlus 8 Pro 's battery life, performance, and look by rooting it and installing a custom ROM, kernel, and more.
forum.xda-developers.com
I just looked at some popular ones like Pixel experience and Lineage and they're both flashed in this way. Look at the opening post where the instructions are... Seems like Pixel Experience there's a batch file that flashes the partitions but it's essentially done this way without twrp.
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Thank you for your reply, it help me a lot. i have already flash my device lineage os . Regarding the problem i mentioned in my last reply, it seems the install guide is for android 10. As for android 11 , i think it needs a payload dumper to extract all files and flash them one by one.

MichalPlays said:
Hi, I recently bought an used OnePlus 8 Pro and it was already updated to Android 11. After repairing it, I discovered that it's not possible to run TWRP on this firmware version.
Couldn't I just go ahead and downgrade the OS in order to run TWRP on it or is it basically impossible like on the latest Samsung Galaxy S-series devices?
Would be glad if someone could answer me that question. I kinda tried to boot into twrp because I was too quick to read the thread but it just caused my device to run into Qualcomm Emegency Mode.
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I think the answer depends why do you need twrp. If you just want to flash a rom like me, you can find a custom rom supporting android 11,for example lineage os and you can flash all files it requires without twrp.
If you want to flash a android 10 rom or you just want to flash twrp , i don't know how, maybe you should downgrade.

I need to urgently upgrade from 6.1 to 8.1

So, the Quebec government here has come out with a vaccine passport which will be needed to do just about anything. Therefore, I will need to upgrade the wife's S5 to 8.1, from 6.1, as 8.1 is the minimum for this app to work. This goes into effect September 1.
Now, I see a bunch of things online obviously, but as I recall this place here was/is the holy grail for cell phones. Just hoping to not have to buy a new phone as our pensions don't leave all that much wiggle room.
Note that I just need the stock rom for 8.1. Not looking to root or other such things.
Model #sm-g900w8
Just need to be pointed in the right direction is all. Once I know a source can be trusted I should, hopefully, be able to take it from there.
Thanks.

Well, I do need to try anyway, otherwise I will absolutely have to buy a new phone, which I am trying to avoid if possible.
Thanks though.

Had replied to you in a different thread that didn't have as much info as above.
Unfortunately there is absolutely no chance of getting a stock 8.1 rom on the S5 they stopped developing at 6.1
Best bet is to flash a custom rom like LOS or mokee both trusted roms. But you'll need to flash a custom recovery TWRP.
But yeah Unfortunately that's basically your only option without upgrading the device for a newer model
Good luck

MetalIris said:
Had replied to you in a different thread that didn't have as much info as above.
Unfortunately there is absolutely no chance of getting a stock 8.1 rom on the S5 they stopped developing at 6.1
Best bet is to flash a custom rom like LOS or mokee both trusted roms. But you'll need to flash a custom recovery TWRP.
But yeah Unfortunately that's basically your only option without upgrading the device for a newer model
Good luck
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Thanks, I eventually went with Lineage. Seems to work well. Thanks again.

Rickkins said:
Thanks, I eventually went with Lineage. Seems to work well. Thanks again.
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No worries, glad you got it sorted eventually

You're going to get a better experience with a newer phone.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.quebec.vaccandroid&hl=en_US&gl=US App says 5.0 and up. No need for 8.1. Maybe you should read before panicking.

Hi, you will find all you need to upgrade to Android 11 here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...g-galaxy-s5-from-stock-to-android-11.4354951/