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[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy S4 i9505 Stock to Android 11 R

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy S4 i9505 Stock to Android 11
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy S4 International i9505/jfltexx Any version to Android 11 / LineageOS 18
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Samsung Galaxy S4 i9505 to a powerful one with Android 11.
Make sure your phone is i9505 before going further : when you Power on phone, it is written Galaxy S4 i9505.
CHANGELOG
v7. Moved to Android 11 R, TWRP 3.6, updated pack
v6. Moved to Android 10 Q, TWRP 3.4, root with Magisk
v5. Moved to Android 9 Pie / Official Lineage OS 16, updated pack
v4. Moved to Android 8.1 Oreo
v3. Propose Android 8 or 9, latest Odin in pack + TWRP 3.2.3-0, tweaked OpenGapps download link
v2. Android 7.1, Google Play authentification, TWRP 3.2.1-0
v1. Android 6, pack v1
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Galaxy S4 i9505 pack: http://bit.ly/djibe-i9505-djibev2
(contains Samsung Odin 3.13.1 flash tool + Samsung USB drivers + recovery TWRP 3.6.0_9-0 + Magisk root).
### TWRP recovery is unified among all Galaxy S4 i95xx devices
Unzip files.
+ ROM [JDCTeam] Optimized LineageOS 18.1: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/jdcteam-optimized-lineageos18-1-v6-0-27nov.4203927/
Download latest build here (v9 or later): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1a0xTxU1JIO6pxBC5JGB4QqvZsKyCaa_3
+ BitGApps Package ARM 11: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ a microSD card (FAT32 format)
+ Charge phone to 100%
Copy ROM, GApps, Magisk (optional) on the microSD card.
Insert it in phone.
1) BACKUP DATA
Install Samsung drivers (you unzipped earlier).
Then plug phone to PC in File transfer mode.
Collect all .jpg or .mp4
Use an app like Backupyourmobile or SMS backup & Restore to backup texts, contacts, etc.
Check that backup is located on microSD card.
Then copy the backup on your PC.
Download latest official updates.
Connect phone to Wi-Fi.
Go to Settings > More > About device > Software updates > Update now and confirm with OK.
Install updates if there are and repeat this operation after each update.
Remove Google Account:
Go to Settings > Accounts > Google > tap on account name. You are in Sync settings.
Tap on Menu button of phone (bottom left button) > Remove account. Confirm account removal in dialog.
3) FLASH TWRP RECOVERY
Shut down phone.
Boot in Download Mode : hold Home + Power + Volume- for 3 seconds and release.
Confirm with Volume+.
Connect phone in USB, wait for bootloader drivers installation in Windows.
Then launch Odin.exe (you unzipped) and wait for Odin indicator ID:COM to become blue.
In options: Verify re-partition and Auto Reboot are NOT tickeded while F. Reset Time is ticked.
In Files > AP > select twrp-3.6.0_9-0-jflte.img.tar (from my pack)
### Warranty is now Void ###
Click Start.
When PASS! is written in Odin: disconnect phone
Hold Power to shutdown phone.
4) NANDROID BACKUP
Boot in Recovery Mode: Hold Home + Power + Volume+ for 4 seconds, release and wait a few seconds for TWRP recovery to boot.
TWRP will ask for Keep System Read Only ? > Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Go to Backup, select all partitions (EFS MUST BE STORED TO SAVE phone's IMEI),
tap on Select Storage to set it to Micro SD card.
Swipe to backup.
5) WIPE DATA
Go to Wipe > Format Data, type yes and confirm with buttom right icon.
Go to Wipe > Advanced wipe,
select Dalvik, Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, then Swipe to Wipe,
then back.
6) FLASH ROM, ROOT AND GAPPS
Go back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > choose Lineage*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
(Optional) then Add more Zips > Magisk*.zip,
then Add more Zips > bitgapps*.zip,
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.
7) ROOT ACCESS (OPTIONAL)
Magisk grants you superuser privileges from boot. No extra activation needed.
Superuser access can be set from Magisk Manager app.
8) DARK MODE
As the screen is Super Amoled, Dark mode can save up battery to ~30%.
Go to Settings > Display. Switch Dark theme ON.
If you experience image flickering or screen bugs: Settings > Display > Smart Pixels
Switch Smart Pixels ON fixed my bugged display.
Developer options:
Go to Settings > About.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
Enjoy,
djibe
Thanks: JDC team, LineageOS team, TWRP team, OpenGapps team, @ripee, @Exodusnick, @0LDST4R, @AnnoDomini1993, @Buff99 and many others

New version : Google Play certification, Android 7.1, enhenced pack for easier flash.

Is Lineage OS 15 stable enough to recommend it in my tutorial ?

Hi can I move apps to SD card without apps2sd or link2sd please?

John D J said:
Hi can I move apps to SD card without apps2sd or link2sd please?
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Hi, normally with Android 7.1, when you insert a SD card Android asks if you want to use the SDcard to extend internel memory (format is required)

Tutorial updated with latest sources available

Tutorial updated for Android 8.1

Tutorial updated for Android 9 Pie

Tutorial is still up to date. Enjoy

Move to Android 10 Q, it is awesome with looong battery life

Tutorial updated for Android 11

tutorial updated

updated

[Guide] Root Pixel XL Android 11 (R)

[Guide] Root Pixel XL Android 11 (R) Unlock/Lock Bootloader + Install Custom ROMS + Update Magisk/Systemless Root​
Introduction
This Guide is for Google Pixel XL owners that want to Install/Flash Custom ROMs, and enjoy the benefits of rooting it. The Guide is divided into three parts: Information, Instructions, and Other.
~ ~ ~ Part I - INFORMATION ~ ~ ~
Disclaimers
I assume no responsibility for the malfunctioning/bricking of your phone.
The order of listed items i.e., Custom Kernels, Custom ROMS, etc. Does not indicate my preference for them. It is your responsibility to do the research before selecting an item.
Prerequisites
A Pixel XL phone with an unlocked bootloader.
An Android 11 (R) Custom ROM(s) (Update(s) 9. below).
A Computer with the latest working SDK Platform-tools r. 34.0.3 installed.
Important Notes:
If you use the Linux or Windows version of SDK Platform- tools r. 34.0.3 you must set the environment variable - See Note(s) for instructions on setting the enviroment Variable
If you have any problems with SDK Platform-tools 34.0.3. You can get SDK Platform-tools 33.0.3 here.
Before installing SDK Platform-tools, check for older versions of fastboot on your computer: Open a Command prompt and type fastboot --version at the prompt. If a adb/fastboot is found delete the folder containing them. Also, check the path environment for paths to them and remove it.
Update Platform Tools, regularly, for optimal performance.
Need Google's USB Drivers for your Pixel Phone?
NEW
"...make a 100% clean install of ANY Magisk version or fork without PC or TWRP."
Magisk General Support / Discussion
This is the place for general support and discussion regarding "Public Releases", which includes both stable and beta releases. All information, including troubleshoot guides and notes, are in the Announcement Thread
forum.xda-developers.com
Displax's latest SafetyNet Fix, a "fork" of kdrag0n safetynet-fix.
Updates
Magisk Alpha - app-release_709f25f6-26101.apk 12 Apr
Magisk Beta - Magisk v26.1.apk 11 Apr
Magisk Alpha
Magisk Canary - app-release_a8c4a33e-26103.apk 23 Jun
Magisk Cygisk - Click Pages 5 for installation Instructions.
Magisk Delta - app-release
Magisk Stable - Magisk v26.1.apk 11 Apr
TWRP - TWRP Android 9 for marlin
Waiting for T.W.R.P. for Android 11 (R). (Q)
SafetyNet - Displax's SafetyNet Fix, v2.4.0-MOD_1.2 14Feb
SDK Platform-tools - r34.0.3 May 22, 2023
Custom Kernels
Google Pixel XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
ElementalX Kernel Manager
My other guides
Pixel 7 Pro
Pixel 6
Pixel 5
Pixel 4a (5G)
Pixel 4 XL
Pixel 3 XL
Credits/Thanks/Recognitions
@topjohnwu - Magisk
Those I may have, inadvertently, forgotten.
~ ~ ~ Part II - INSTRUCTIONS ~ ~ ~
(The Instructions listed below are not steps, they are individual sets of instructions.)
Open a Command Prompt/Boot Bootloader/Boot Recovery
Open a Command Prompt on Computer
Open File Explorer, click the platform-tools folder ==> click the folder icon (left side of address bar) to highlight it type cmd and press enter.
Open a Powershell Command Prompt on Computer: Open File Explorer, click the platform-tools folder ==> click the folder icon (left side of address bar) to highlight it type powershell and press enter.
Notes:
Enable USB Debugging, on your phone: Settings ==> System ==> Advanced ==> Developer options ==> Scroll down to USB debugging and enable it.
When using the Powershell Command Prompt Commands must be preceeded with ./: i.e, ./fastboot devices
If you do not want to open a Command Prompt every time you want to use the fastboot command, add the path to the Platform-tools folder to Windows environment variables.
Boot fastboot mode (bootloader):
Power off phone, press and hold the power and volume down buttons until you see Start.
Boot Recovery
Power off phone, press and hold the power and volume down buttons until you see Start. Use volume up/down button until you see Recovery mode. Press power button.
Test ADB (Android Debug Bridge)/fastboot
ADB
Enable USB Debugging - Tap Settings > System > About Phone > Developer Options. Enable USB Debugging.
Open a Command Prompt on your computer.
Type this at the prompt to test ADB.
adb version
It should return a version number for ADB.
fastboot
Enable USB Debugging - Tap Settings > System > About Phone > Developer Options. Enable USB Debugging.
Open a Command Prompt on your computer.
Boot Bootloader
Connect the phone to the Computer with USB cord.
Type this at the prompt and press enter to test fastboot.
Code:
fastboot devices
It should return your device serial number.
Unlock Bootloader/Return Phone to Stock/Lock Bootloader
Unlock Bootloader
Backup your data/Internal storage
Activate Developer Options: Tap Settings > System > About Phone > Tap Build Number 7 times or until you see you're a Developer.
Tap back > Developer Options and toogle OEM Unlock on and, toggle USB Debugging on.
Boot Bootloader
Connect the phone to the Computer with USB cord.
Open a Command Prompt on your computer and type fastboot flashing unlock and press enter.
This will erase all user data from the device!
You should see a request for confirmation on your phone, use the volume keys to scroll and the power key to select.
Allow the process to complete and then type fastboot reboot at the Command Prompt and press enter.
When your phone reboots disconnect your usb cable.
Note: After unlocking your bootloader, you'll see a warning: Your device software can't be checked for corruption. Please lock the bootloader. You will see this warning until, you relock the bootloader.
Important: Do not relock your bootloader until you have returned the device to Stock..
Return Phone to Stock
Backup your data/Internal storage
Settings > System > Advanced > Reset Options > Erase all data (factory reset)
Log in
Set up phone
Lock Bootloader
Important: Do not relock your bootloader until you have returned the device to Stock..
Boot bootloader
Open a Command Prompt and type this at the Prompt: fastboot flashing lock
You should see a request for confirmation on your phone, use the volume keys to scroll and the power key to select.
Allow the process to complete, then type this at the Command Prompt: fastboot reboot
Set up your phone.
Enable Developer Options: Settings > System > About phone > Tap Build number 7 times or until you see'You are a Developer. Tap Back > Developer options and toggle OEM Unlock off.
Install/Flash Custom ROM with @badabing2003 PixelFlasher
PixelFlasher, a GUI tool for flashing / updating / rooting / managing Pixel phones. by badabing2003
Install/Update Magisk Modules
Download Modules
Fox Magisk Module Manager Releases
LSposed Releases
Shamiko Releases
Install Modules from Storage
Open Magisk
Tap the Modules icon
Tap Install from storage
Navigate to the folder with the Module you want to install.
Tap the Module to highlite it and tap Select.
After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
Tap Reboot
Install Modules from Fox2Code/FoxMagiskModuleManager
Open Fox2Code/FoxMagiskModuleManager
Tap the Modules icon
Locate the Module you want to install
Tap Install
After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
Tap Reboot
Update Modules
Open Fox2Code/FoxMagiskModuleManager
You, will see the Modules that have Updates.
Tap the Module you want to update.
Tap install.
After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
Tap Reboot
~ ~ ~ Part III - OTHER ~ ~ ~
Custom ROMs for Pixel XL
Need help with a Custom ROM?
If you are you are trying to install or have installed a Custom ROM, read and follow the Installation Instructions in the OP of the Custom ROM thread.
Search the thread of the Custom ROM you are trying to install or have installed for answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s): If you don't find a answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). Post your question(s)/request(s) for help in the Custom ROM thread you are trying to install or have installed.
If you are trying to install a Addon(s) {Custom Kernel, Magisk, etc.} to the Custom ROM you installed: Search the thread of the Custom ROM you installed or the thread of the Addon you want to add to your Custom ROMfor answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). If you don't find an answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). Post your question(s)/request(s) for help in the Custom ROM or Addon (Custom Kernel, Magisk, etc.) thread.
ROMS
Google Pixel XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
Other Custom ROMs
[OFFICIAL] LineageOS 18.1 for the Google Pixel XL by npjohnson
[ROM][11.0] crDroid 9.99 [UNOFFICIAL][marlin/sailfish] By blckbear
Themes, Apps, and Mods
Google Pixel XL Themes, Apps, and Mods
Other: TWRP Backup
TWRP Android 9 for marlin
Waiting for T.W.R.P. for Android 11 (R).

Has anyone tried using the current TWRP and Magisk?

I don't think those steps for rooting with canary give us full root, I was able to install adaway, but if i try to use a root uninstaller to remove Chrome (system app) it shows "Rooted, but cannot grant RW permissions on /system"
It seems no app can obtain root access to /System, i tested it with Root Explorer and the "mount /R/W" button does nothing when trying to mount the /System folder.

shiodooru said:
Has anyone tried using the current TWRP and Magisk?
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Yes. Didn't work, just rebooted twice (I think) then booted directly into android.

Therev86 said:
I don't think those steps for rooting with canary give us full root, I was able to install adaway, but if i try to use a root uninstaller to remove Chrome (system app) it shows "Rooted, but cannot grant RW permissions on /system"
It seems no app can obtain root access to /System, i tested it with Root Explorer and the "mount /R/W" button does nothing when trying to mount the /System folder.
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I have the same problem with AdAway too. I'm guessing that we don't have write access.

Trylr said:
I have the same problem with AdAway too. I'm guessing that we don't have write access.
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I got Adaway to work, you have to open Magisk Manager, tap Settings and then tap
"Systemless Hosts" then reboot and run Adaway again

Therev86 said:
I got Adaway to work, you have to open Magisk Manager, tap Settings and then tap
"Systemless Hosts" then reboot and run Adaway again
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Hey that worked. Thanks.

I have 10 on my phone. I just took the OTA a few hours ago. This may be a bit off topic but I can't get picture to play on Amazon video or Google movies only audio and captions. Hulu YouTube and Netflix work fine.
EDIT: AFTER A RESTART ALL VIDEO APPS WORK FINE. I'M THE dumbass ?

Useless without twrp

There is an installer for TWRP, "twrp-installer-3.3.1-0-marlin.zip" but because it doesn't follow the naming convention for all the previous releases "twrp-pixel-installer-marlin X.X.X" it appears at the bottom of the list of installers instead of the top.

Is anyone having good results with the battery life? It sucks for me.

H0wdy said:
Is anyone having good results with the battery life? It sucks for me.
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I'm on Android 10, rooted with Magisk and I don't notice any bad battery life. Might be time for a battery replacement. I just got my battery replaced about 2 weeks ago.

Hi
Why the pixel imprint suddenly gone from my pixel xl?

I used your guide to unlock bootloader and get root on Android 10 and it worked perfectly. Thanks.

Trylr said:
I'm on Android 10, rooted with Magisk and I don't notice any bad battery life. Might be time for a battery replacement. I just got my battery replaced about 2 weeks ago.
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The battery life only got bad after I upgraded, so I doubt it's hardware.

H0wdy said:
The battery life only got bad after I upgraded, so I doubt it's hardware.
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How long have you been on Android 10? It always takes a few days at least for everything to settle down. More battery usage early.

salpsuc said:
There is an installer for TWRP, "twrp-installer-3.3.1-0-marlin.zip" but because it doesn't follow the naming convention for all the previous releases "twrp-pixel-installer-marlin X.X.X" it appears at the bottom of the list of installers instead of the top.
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Wait, so that newest version of twrp does work with 10 on pixel XL?
Sent from my Pixel XL using XDA Labs

It works but it cannot decrypt. You will have to remove any passwords/patterns before booting into it

AP2FTW said:
Wait, so that newest version of twrp does work with 10 on pixel XL?
Sent from my Pixel XL using XDA Labs
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No, sadly we're still waiting. I was just offering a correction.

so i did the magisk patched method but i still don't have root in magisk? i took the boot.img out of the factory image and did it as i was told to...
anything i'm missing?
it's flashing it to boot_a, is it supposed to do something else?

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 or 10") from Stock to Android 8.1

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 or 10") from Stock to Android 8.1
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Unified (7 or 10", espressowifi/3g) Stock to Android 8.1 Oreo / Unlegacy Android
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 to a newer one with Android 8.1.
Make sure your tablet is fine before going further: in Android, go to Settings > About device > Model number is listed below.
- espressowifi
- GT-P3110 (7", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P3113 (7", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P5110 (10.1", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P5113 (10.1", Wi-Fi)
- espresso3g
- GT-P3100 (7", 3G)
- GT-P5100 (10.1", 3G)
If not, quit this tutorial.
Disney+ and Netflix are working.
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release for Android 8.1
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Galaxy Tab 2 pack: https://bit.ly/djibe-galaxytab2-pack
(contains Samsung tweaked Odin 3.13.1 + Samsung USB drivers + TWRP 3.4.0-0 official recovery + Magisk Root + Aurora Store). Unzip files.
+ ROM Android 8.1 Unlegacy Android: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-aosp-8-1-oreo-unlegacy-android-unofficial.4323203/
Download latest Wi-Fi build here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachments/ua_espresso-8-1-0-20211021-surefixed-zip.5438769/
Download latest 3G build here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=7161016148664826463
### GPS and Camera don't work. Use an Android 7.1 ROM if you need these
+ BitGApps Package ARM 8.1 (R44+): https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/custom-gapps-bitgapps-for-android.4012165/post-81060605
Download latest build: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ a microSD card. Copy ROM, Gapps, Magisk root and Aurora Store on microSD card (FAT32 format) and insert it in phone.
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) BACKUP DATA
Install Samsung drivers (you unzipped earlier).
Then plug phone to PC in File transfer mode.
Collect all .jpg or .mp4
Use app like Backupyourmobile and SMS backup & Restore to backup contacts, etc.
Check that backup is located on microSD card.
Then copy the backup on your PC.
Now connect to Wi-Fi, Settings > About device > Software update. Check you already have the latest.
3) FLASH TWRP 3.4 RECOVERY
Shut down tablet.
Boot in Download Mode: hold Power + Volume- until you see Warning's screen and release all buttons.
Confirm access to Download mode by pressing Volume+.
Connect tablet in USB, wait during bootloader drivers installation.
Then launch Odin.exe (included in my archive) and wait for Odin indicator ID:COM to become blue.
In options: Verify re-partition and Auto Reboot are NOT ticked while F. Reset Time is ticked.
In Files > PDA > select twrp-3.4.0-0-espressowifi.img.tar
### or twrp-3.4.0-0-espresso3g.img.tar for 3G model.
### Warranty will be Void after next click ###
Click Start.
When Success green message appears, unplug USB.
Now hold Power + Volume+ until Samsung logo shows up and release buttons.
### If tablet reboots normally, recovery will be reset. You can flash TWRP with Odin again.
4) BACKUP SYSTEM (Nandroid backup)
Wait a few seconds for TWRP recovery to boot.
Recovery asks for Keep System Read Only ? > Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Go to Backup > you can select the partitions you want to save.
I prefer to backup System, EFS and Boot.
Now type Select Storage > Select Micro SD card and confirm with OK
Now Swipe to Backup and wait during process.
Go to Home screen and continue with next chapter.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe > Format Data
Type yes and confirm with bottom right icon.
Go to Home > Reboot > Recovery > Do not install app.
Back to TWRP, go to Wipe > Advanced wipe,
select Dalvik, System, Data, Internal Storage (if you really made a backup from step 2), Cache, then Swipe to Wipe,
then back.
### Don't select microSD or you will lose your backup
Go to Home > Reboot > Recovery > Do not install app.
6) FLASH ROM, GAPPS
Go to Install > choose ua_expresso*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > bitgapps*.zip
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.
### Don't connect to your Google account before setting up root.
7) IMPROVE
Go to Settings > System > About tablet
### Wi-Fi users, don't be scared, Galaxy Tab 2 3G is written, not a big deal.
Tap on the "Build number" entry seven times. You are notified that developer settings are now active.
Go to Settings > System > Developer options,
Set Windows animation to 0, Transition animation and transition scales to x 0,5.
If Netflix or Disney+ are not accessible from the Play Store, use Aurora Store.
8) STORE YOUR BACKUP IN A SAFE PLACE
Connect phone or microSD to PC.
Open microSD folder and backup TWRP folder to a safe place.
Enjoy,
djibe
Thanks: @Mighty, @LR7875, LOS Team, TWRP Team, BitGapps team, topjohnwu

Hi, there doesn't seem to be anything named Magisk Root within the download zip. Is it missing or am I missing something?

iCasseus said:
Hi, there doesn't seem to be anything named Magisk Root within the download zip. Is it missing or am I missing something?
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Hi,true and sorry for that
You can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases

djibe89 said:
Hi,true and sorry for that
You can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases
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Thanks. What do you do with Magisk after copying it to the external memory as it isn't mentioned in any other steps?
I have managed to follow all other steps and have it running with android 8.1 however Disney+ and Netflix do not work as I believe they see the tablet as rooted and don't like it. I have tried a few Disney+ install work arounds but still doesn't work. Do you have any ideas? Cheers

djibe89 said:
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 or 10") from Stock to Android 8.1
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Unified (7 or 10", espressowifi/3g) Stock to Android 8.1 Oreo / Unlegacy Android
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 to a newer one with Android 8.1.
Make sure your tablet is fine before going further: in Android, go to Settings > About device > Model number is listed below.
- espressowifi
- GT-P3110 (7", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P3113 (7", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P5110 (10.1", Wi-Fi)
- GT-P5113 (10.1", Wi-Fi)
- espresso3g
- GT-P3100 (7", 3G)
- GT-P5100 (10.1", 3G)
If not, quit this tutorial.
Disney+ and Netflix are working.
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release for Android 8.1
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Galaxy Tab 2 pack: https://bit.ly/djibe-galaxytab2-pack
(contains Samsung tweaked Odin 3.13.1 + Samsung USB drivers + TWRP 3.4.0-0 official recovery + Magisk Root + Aurora Store). Unzip files.
+ ROM Android 8.1 Unlegacy Android: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-aosp-8-1-oreo-unlegacy-android-unofficial.4323203/
Download latest Wi-Fi build here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachments/ua_espresso-8-1-0-20211021-surefixed-zip.5438769/
Download latest 3G build here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=7161016148664826463
### GPS and Camera don't work. Use an Android 7.1 ROM if you need these
+ BitGApps Package ARM 8.1 (R44+): https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/custom-gapps-bitgapps-for-android.4012165/post-81060605
Download latest build: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ a microSD card. Copy ROM, Gapps, Magisk root and Aurora Store on microSD card (FAT32 format) and insert it in phone.
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) BACKUP DATA
Install Samsung drivers (you unzipped earlier).
Then plug phone to PC in File transfer mode.
Collect all .jpg or .mp4
Use app like Backupyourmobile and SMS backup & Restore to backup contacts, etc.
Check that backup is located on microSD card.
Then copy the backup on your PC.
Now connect to Wi-Fi, Settings > About device > Software update. Check you already have the latest.
3) FLASH TWRP 3.4 RECOVERY
Shut down tablet.
Boot in Download Mode: hold Power + Volume- until you see Warning's screen and release all buttons.
Confirm access to Download mode by pressing Volume+.
Connect tablet in USB, wait during bootloader drivers installation.
Then launch Odin.exe (included in my archive) and wait for Odin indicator ID:COM to become blue.
In options: Verify re-partition and Auto Reboot are NOT ticked while F. Reset Time is ticked.
In Files > PDA > select twrp-3.4.0-0-espressowifi.img.tar
### or twrp-3.4.0-0-espresso3g.img.tar for 3G model.
### Warranty will be Void after next click ###
Click Start.
When Success green message appears, unplug USB.
Now hold Power + Volume+ until Samsung logo shows up and release buttons.
### If tablet reboots normally, recovery will be reset. You can flash TWRP with Odin again.
4) BACKUP SYSTEM (Nandroid backup)
Wait a few seconds for TWRP recovery to boot.
Recovery asks for Keep System Read Only ? > Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Go to Backup > you can select the partitions you want to save.
I prefer to backup System, EFS and Boot.
Now type Select Storage > Select Micro SD card and confirm with OK
Now Swipe to Backup and wait during process.
Go to Home screen and continue with next chapter.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe > Format Data
Type yes and confirm with bottom right icon.
Go to Home > Reboot > Recovery > Do not install app.
Back to TWRP, go to Wipe > Advanced wipe,
select Dalvik, System, Data, Internal Storage (if you really made a backup from step 2), Cache, then Swipe to Wipe,
then back.
### Don't select microSD or you will lose your backup
Go to Home > Reboot > Recovery > Do not install app.
6) FLASH ROM, GAPPS
Go to Install > choose ua_expresso*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > bitgapps*.zip
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.
### Don't connect to your Google account before setting up root.
7) IMPROVE
Go to Settings > System > About tablet
### Wi-Fi users, don't be scared, Galaxy Tab 2 3G is written, not a big deal.
Tap on the "Build number" entry seven times. You are notified that developer settings are now active.
Go to Settings > System > Developer options,
Set Windows animation to 0, Transition animation and transition scales to x 0,5.
If Netflix or Disney+ are not accessible from the Play Store, use Aurora Store.
8) STORE YOUR BACKUP IN A SAFE PLACE
Connect phone or microSD to PC.
Open microSD folder and backup TWRP folder to a safe place.
Enjoy,
djibe
Thanks: @Mighty, @LR7875, LOS Team, TWRP Team, BitGapps team, topjohnwu
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Hi, may I ask where I can get the 7.1 ROM for my P3100?
Thank you very much! (my dad loves using old stuffs, but he wants GPS for some reasons)

Hi All,
Thanks for the tuto.
During the process, at point 6 for the zip files.
ua_expresso*.zip has been selected but i added BiTGApp 12 instead of 8.1.
ua_expresso*.zip installed but not BiTGApp.
The tablets works fine but without browser etc.
i tried to install again from Odin but it doens't come to TRW. The tablet restarts with ANDROID.
Thanks for any help,
Cheers,

bilame said:
Hi All,
Thanks for the tuto.
During the process, at point 6 for the zip files.
ua_expresso*.zip has been selected but i added BiTGApp 12 instead of 8.1.
ua_expresso*.zip installed but not BiTGApp.
The tablets works fine but without browser etc.
i tried to install again from Odin but it doens't come to TRW. The tablet restarts with ANDROID.
Thanks for any help,
Cheers,
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Hi, can you boot with Power + Volume+ and release when Samsung logo is displayed ?

Hi djibe89,
Thanks for the quick reply.
Yes, i started with power + volume+ and it leaded to TRW.
so i installed the BiTGApp 8.1, then wiped cache/dalvik then reboot.
it didn't take 5 min but no apps has been installed unfortunately

bilame said:
Hi djibe89,
Thanks for the quick reply.
Yes, i started with power + volume+ and it leaded to TRW.
so i installed the BiTGApp 8.1, then wiped cache/dalvik then reboot.
it didn't take 5 min but no apps has been installed unfortunately
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You can try OpenGApps then

bilame said:
Hi djibe89,
Thanks for the quick reply.
Yes, i started with power + volume+ and it leaded to TRW.
so i installed the BiTGApp 8.1, then wiped cache/dalvik then reboot.
it didn't take 5 min but no apps has been installed unfortunately
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djibe89 said:
You can try OpenGApps then
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or deltadroid : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/app-minimal-gapps-gapps-lp-20150107-1-t2997368

aqt169 said:
Hi, may I ask where I can get the 7.1 ROM for my P3100?
Thank you very much! (my dad loves using old stuffs, but he wants GPS for some reasons)
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GPS works in 8.1 rom tho

Hi,
Thanks Djibe89 and TheDoctor46.
I am wondering if files put on the sdcard from the first install could avoid right install of BiTGApp 8.1 ?
it's quite weird, i have no sound.
i could install a browser from playstore.
well, i'll try both OpenGapps and deltadroid.

bilame said:
Hi,
Thanks Djibe89 and TheDoctor46.
I am wondering if files put on the sdcard from the first install could avoid right install of BiTGApp 8.1 ?
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Not it should not affect installation as thats what everyone does. Maybe a problem of BiTGapps?? (I have never tried them)

Hi members,
question everything works fine but i dont see playstore ore browser what did i wrong?

mp3catcher said:
Hi members,
question everything works fine but i dont see playstore ore browser what did i wrong?
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Hi, which GApps did you flash ?

djibe89 said:
Hi, which GApps did you flash ?
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Gapps base arm64-9.0.0 20180918 signed and bitgapps arm64-12.0.0-r45 both not working

mp3catcher said:
Gapps base arm64-9.0.0 20180918 signed and bitgapps arm64-12.0.0-r45 both not working
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Well, Oreo is Android 8.1 so you have to download 8.1 GApps: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApp...wnload/v1.7/BiTGApps-arm-8.1.0-R45_signed.zip
Clean wipe and flash ROM + GAPPS

mp3catcher said:
Gapps base arm64-9.0.0 20180918 signed and bitgapps arm64-12.0.0-r45 both not working
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You can't flash arm64 gapps on arm (v7) device and expect it to work.

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 from Stock to Android 12

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 from Stock to Android 12
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 (2015 osprey or merlin) from Stock Android 12.1/LineageOS 19.1
Complete guide to install Android 12.1 on your Motorola Moto G3.
This tutorial only applies to this model, to check the correct version:
in Android, go to Settings > System > About phone, make sure it is one of these models:
Osprey variants (1.4 GHz quad core Snapdragon 410):
- XT1540
- XT1541
- XT1542
- XT1543
- XT1544
- XT1548
- XT1550
Details: https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/osprey/
Merlin variants (Moto G3 Turbo 1.5 GHz octo core Snapdragon 615):
- XT1556
- XT1557
Remove back cover to see the model reference.
Netflix and Disney+ are working.
See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release
1) WHAT YOU NEED
- djibe Moto G3 pack: https://bit.ly/motoG3djibepack
(Contains link to Motorola Bootloader unlock + TWRP Recovery 3.7.0_9-0 + Magisk root + Motorola USB drivers x32/64 + fastboot + all cited files)
+ ROM Android 12 LineageOS Unofficial 19.1 for osprey: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-12l-wip-lineageos-19-1-unofficial-osprey-merlin.4358885/
Download latest build here for osprey: https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los19/osprey/
Download latest build here for merlin: https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los19/merlin/
Or LineageOS Official 17.1 (Android 10): https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los17/nightly/
Or CrDroid Official 6 (Android 10): https://crdroid.net/osprey/6
Or CrDroid Unofficial 7.12 for merlin (Android 11): https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-11-0-unofficial-crdroid-v7-12-merlin.4326065/
+ BitGApps ARM 12.1: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ a microSD card formatted in FAT32: copy ROM, GApps (+/- Magisk). Insert it in phone
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) INSTALL DRIVERS
Install Motorola 64 bits drivers (32 or 64 bits depending on your Windows version).
Then plug Moto G5 to PC and let the install go on.
3) BACKUP YOUR DATA
When your phone is connected to Windows, search for all .jpg, .mp3, .mp4 files on your phone and make copies on your PC.
Sync your Google Account, WhatsApp and co.
Then, with an app like Backupyourmobile, backup all your SMS, MMS, contacts.
Make sure the backup is located on microSD card.
4) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
Update your Moto G3 to the latest official Android 6 (aka Marshmallow).
In Android, go to Settings > About phone > System updates. Make sure you have latest version.
Back to Settings > System > About phone.
Android version must be 6.0.1.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "OEM unlocking" and USB debugging.
### OEM unlocking is disabled ? Reset phone to factory settings and start all over.
Then, go to Motorola website (shortcut in my archive or right below):
Sign in to Motorola - Motorola Mobility LLC
Sign in to Motorola
accounts.motorola.com
Subscribe using your Google Account or email.
Shut down phone.
Power it on in fastboot mode: Hold Power et Volume- during 3-4 secondes and release.
Screen is black with lines of text, starting with AP Fastboot Flash Mode (Secure).
Connect phone to USB, wait for fastboot drivers to install.
In Windows, select the /flash subfolder you unzipped from my archive.
On keyboard, make a combo Shift + right click > Open command windows here.
(or type cmd in Address bar and then hit Enter)
Write this command in Windows terminal :
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
confirm using Enter.
Command sends back a message like this :
Code:
$ fastboot oem get_unlock_data
(bootloader) 3A55840996502715#5A593232333551
(bootloader) 4C3458004D6F746F4733000000#A30D
(bootloader) 7A8CCA2F5A312B797DF96C730F10CA5
(bootloader) 2440E#E94B1C1700000000000000000
(bootloader) 0000000
OKAY [ 0.235s]
Finished. Total time: 0.235s
Select all text > right click > select all.
Open a notepad editor, and paste text.
Rework the text to get it on 1 line, and remove all spaces and "(bootloader)" messages.
It should look like this: 3A55840996502715#5A5932323335514C3458004D6F746F4733000000#A30D7A8CCA2F5A312B797DF96C730F10CA52440E#E94B1C17000000000000000000000000
Now, copy this line and paste it in Motorola website: https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-b
Below, click on "Can my device be unlocked?" button.
Wait and then go to bottom of page.
I agree to be bound by the terms of the legal agreement: select Yes and click on "Request Unlock Key"
You get the unlock key by email, looking like: XVF3XJW4CY5VFHYEHM4K
Use this unlock key in the following Windows command:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock YOUR_UNLOCK_CODE
Confirm with enter and wait a moment until success is confirmed: (bootloader) Phone is unlocked successfully!
Keep Windows command opened.
4) FLASH RECOVERY
Now enter this command:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-0-osprey.img
### Or merlin according to your model
Confirm with Enter.
Terminal confirms : "Finished. Total time: 0.670s".
### For future TWRP updates, TWRP.img can be flashed from TWRP recovery itself (Install > Install Image).
Back to the phone (still in fastboot/bootloader mode).
Press Volume- to select "RECOVERY MODE". Confirm by pressing Power.
Welcome to TWRP 3.7 recovery.
TWRP asks for Keep System Read Only ? Swipe to Allow Modifications.
### You don't see this warning screen? Then you'll get "TWRP unable to mount storage" while trying to wipe partitions.
### > in TWRP, go to Reboot > Recovery so Recovery will refresh and popup the partition writing privilege.
Go to Wipe > Format data
Type yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Then go to Reboot > Recovery.
Go straight to Backup menu.
Select System, System Image and Boot partitions.
Tap on Select Storage and set Micro SD card.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
### If MicroSD card is too small. Backup on data partition and after backup has ended, go to Mount and connect phone to PC to retrieve TWRP backup folder.
### Store this backup (aka nandroid backup) somewhere safe before going further.
5) WIPE PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe menu > Advanced wipe.
Select cache, data and system and swipe to wipe.
6) FLASH ROM, GAPPS +/- MAGISK
Back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > choose lineage*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > GApps*.zip,
(optional: add Magisk*.zip)
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Android 12 is installed !
Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magisk via TWRP recovery
Do not connect to Android account.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
Open Files app > Install Magisk.apk.
Then in Magisk goto Settings > Hide magisk app and give it a name, switch Zygisk option ON.
Go to Modules Tab > Install from Storage: MagiskHidePropsConfig and safetynet.
Reboot phone.
You can use yasnac app to check Safetynet passes.
Then with Files App: install netflix and disney+ if needed.
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Disable USB debugging to connect phone as storage to PC
- Developer options
Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
djibe
Thanks: @althafvly, LineageOS team, TWRP team, NikGapps team, TopJohnWu (Magisk)
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BOOT INTO RECOVERY
- Shutdown phone
- Hold Power + Volume- until open droid logo shows up and release buttons
- Press Volume- twice to set RECOVERY MODE and press Power to confirm

Thank you! Considering that these instructions are very fresh and I was looking for exactly this is quite crazy! Everything worked like a charm and I was able to install Lineage on the moto g (3rd gen)

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X from Stock to Android 10

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X from Stock to Android 10
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X (kiwi) from Stock to Android 10 / LineageOS 17.1 in 2023
Complete guide to install Android 10 on your Huawei Honor 5X.
This tutorial only applies to this model, to check the correct version:
in Android, go to Settings > About phone > Model number, make sure it is one of these models:
- KIW-L24
- KIW-L22
- KIW-L21 (Qualcomm Snapdragon)
Not 100% sure for following models:
- KIW-L23
- KIW-AL10
- KIW-AL20
- KIW-CL00
- KIW-UL00
- KIW-TL00
- KIW-TL00H
- KII-L05
- KII-L22
- KII-L21
I wrote tis tutorial with KIW-L21.
See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
Netflix and Disney+ are working.
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release
1) WHAT YOU NEED
- djibe Honor 5X pack: https://bit.ly/honor5xdjibepack or https://anonfiles.com/EfHbPev2z2/djibe_Honor_5X_pack_zip or
(Contains TWRP Recovery 3.4.0-0 + Magisk root + Huawei USB drivers x32/64 + fastboot + cited files for root)
+ ROM LineageOS Unofficial 17.1: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-10-0-lineageos-17-1-unofficial-for-honor-5x.4212671/
Download latest build here: https://mega.nz/file/tbUliQ7Q#7f7Byu1QuuYNkojPnu5MDevPyCx6oMxXxQsjgjciCsE
+ BitGApps ARM64 10: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+/- extra apps: https://bitgapps.github.io/addon/ARM64.html
+ a microSD card formatted in FAT32: copy ROM, GApps (+ Magisk). Insert it in phone
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) INSTALL DRIVERS
Install Huawei USB drivers.
Then plug phone to PC and let the install go on.
3) BACKUP YOUR DATA
When your phone is connected to Windows, search for all .jpg, .mp3, .mp4 files on your phone and make copies on your PC.
Then, with your Google Account (Whatsapp and co) or an app like Backupyourmobile, backup all your SMS, MMS, contacts.
Make sure the backup is located on microSD card.
4) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
Update your Honor 5X to the latest official Android 6 Marshmallow (MM).
In Android, go to Settings > Updater. Make sure you have latest version.
Go to Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "Enable OEM unlock" and "USB debugging".
You must pay to unlock bootloader as Huawei closed the official website.
List of services offering unlock codes for money:
- DC Unlocker ($4 + VAT): https://www.dc-unlocker.com/supported_models_1/huawei_phones
- MinistryOfSolutions ($4): https://ministryofsolutions.com/huawei-bootloader-unlock-paid-service-html
Follow steps to get a paid unlock code. Here are the steps for DC Unlocker.
Go to DC Unlocker website: https://www.dc-unlocker.com/supported_models_1/huawei_phones
Download latest Client for Windows and install it.
On phone, launch Dial pad and type: *#*#2846579#*#*
ProjectMenu opens.
Go to Background Settings > USB Port Settings > select Manufacture Mode and Close.
### If you restart phone before the end of the process, you have to do this again.
Connect Honor 5X to PC.
Go to Windows Device Manager.
In the Modems section, Android Adapter Modem is listed.
In the Ports section, Android Adapter PCUI (COMn) is listed.
### If not, you must check USB drivers installation again.
Launch DC Unlocker.
- Select manufacturer: Huawei phones
- Select model: Auto detect (or Huawei Qualcomm Android phone)
Click magnyfying glass button.
DC Unlocker returns:
Code:
Found Applications port COM3
Found Diagnostics port COM5
Found Phone : HUAWEIKIW-L21
Model : Huawei Qualcomm Android phone
IMEI : xxx
Serial NR. : xxx
Firmware : xxx
Hardware ver. : HL3KIWMAD
Now go to DC Unlocker shop: https://www.dc-unlocker.com/buy
You need 4 credits ($4) for operation 24: Huawei Qualcomm Read Bootloader Code (up to Android 8)
Set subscription as:
Item: New user account
User name: YOUR CHOICE
Credits: 4
I used Credit card.
Note down purchase informations, we will need these in DC Unlocker.
Back to DC Unlocker.
Go to Server panel.
Fill User name and Password with data from your receipt.
Click Check login.
Go to Unlocking section and click Read bootloader code button.
DC Unlocker returns:
Code:
Reading bootloader code...
Bootloader code : xxx
Note down Bootloader code carefuly.
On phone, launch Dial pad again and type: *#*#2846579#*#*
ProjectMenu opens.
Go to Background Settings > USB Port Settings > select Google Mode and Close.
Go to my djibe/flash folder.
In the address bar, type cmd and confirm with keyboard Enter key.
Enter command:
Code:
adb devices
Authorize USB debugging from phone.
Enter command again (use arrow up key to print last command):
Code:
adb devices
Command returns
Code:
List of devices attached
W6HDU16325009900 device
Then:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Phone switches to white screen in FASTBOOT&RESCUE MODE.
To check that fastboot USB drivers are OK, type:
Code:
fastboot devices
### If command doesn't print a line like: 516b3414 fastboot, you have to fix USB drivers.
Now enter THE command:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock FILL_WITH_YOUR_UNLOCK_CODE
Confirm with enter and wait a moment ... till success is confirmed :
"(bootloader) Unlock success , the device will reboot and factory reset
OKAY [ 0.046s]
Finished. Total time: 0.046s".
Keep Windows command opened and let phone reset Android.
4) FLASH RECOVERY
Configure Android rapidly.
Unplug phone and replug USB.
Go to Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "Enable OEM unlock" and "USB debugging".
Back to Windows command, type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Twice to authorize USB debugging from phone again.
Now that you are back to bootloader, enter:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.4.0-0-kiwi.img
Confirm with Enter.
Terminal confirms : "Finished. Total time: 2.711s".
And now:
Code:
fastboot boot twrp-3.4.0-0-kiwi.img
### If phone goes in a bootloop, disconnect phone and force shutdown holding Power button.
Welcome to TWRP 3.4 recovery.
TWRP asks for Keep System Read Only ? Swipe to Allow Modifications.
### You don't see this warning screen? Then you'll get "TWRP unable to mount storage" while trying to wipe partitions.
### > in TWRP, go to Reboot > Recovery so Recovery will refresh and popup the partition writing privilege.
In TWRP home screen, go to Wipe > Format data.
This will remove encryption.
Type yes and confirm to format partition.
Go to Reboot > Recovery.
Back to TWRP, go straight to Backup menu.
Select Boot, Data, System, Custom, OEMinfo, EFS and Firmware partitions.
Tap on Select Storage and set Micro SD card.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
### If MicroSD card is too small. Backup on data partition and after backup has ended, go to Mount and connect phone to PC to retrieve TWRP backup folder.
### Store this backup (aka nandroid backup) somewhere safe before going further.
5) WIPE PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe and check Cache, Data, Internal Storage, System and Swipe to Wipe.
6) FLASH ROM, BITGAPPS +/- MAGISK
Back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > select Storage MicroSD > choose lineage*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > BiTGApps*.zip,
Optional: Add Magisk*.zip
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Android 10 is installed !
Wait for the phone to boot during 10 minutes.
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magisk via TWRP recovery
Do not connect to Android account.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
Open Files app > Install Magisk.apk.
Then in Magisk goto Settings > Hide magisk app and give it a name, switch Zygisk option ON.
Go to Modules Tab > Install from Storage: MagiskHidePropsConfig and safetynet.
Go to Developer options to disable Android debugging (ADB).
Reboot phone.
You can use yasnac app to check Safetynet passes.
Then with Files App: install netflix and disney+ if needed.
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Developer options
Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
djibe
Thanks: @BadDaemon, LineageOS team, TWRP team, BitGapps team, TopJohnWu (Magisk)

Thanks for this updated tutorial. I might be like a lot of others who only recently purchased this smartphone. I think they cost a little more now then the $34.95 I paid a month ago.
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I originally purchased to I could try the freemobile SIM, but unfortunately it requires VOLTE. I also tried T-Mobile data only SIMS with it, but they seem to be shut down as I am still using the stock image.
I opted to use Ministry of Solutions as it was only $4 and DC seems to require the user to go through a process and Ministry of Solutions pretty much does all the work. The process just required me to do the following:
Go to their website and pay $4 via paypal for the service,
Contact them to let them know you paid for the service and schedule a time to get it done. I just used email.
Install teamviewer and provide the access information for them to access your system remotely.
Be available to configure the phone so they can do their work.
Wait for them to get done with the process and provide the unlock code for you.
The unlock code will also be included on paypal upon completion of their work.
So far I have only unlocked the bootlader and installed TWRP and will finish the process when I have time. I am just happy to have noticed that this tutorial is up to date and has links to all the resources needed to do the upgrade.

Hi @comm-ents, thanks for sharing.
I would not let anyone come on my computer but it is nice to have this alternative.
This phone is still damn cool, even though Honor closed their unlock site.

djibe89 said:
Hi @comm-ents, thanks for sharing.
I would not let anyone come on my computer but it is nice to have this alternative.
This phone is still damn cool, even though Honor closed their unlock site.
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I wasn't too concerned as I currently use Linux Mint for work and Windows mostly for playing games so there isn't much there to compromise. I will be using them again if needed as they only did what was needed to get the code. I am pretty sure that a copy of Windows installed in Virtualbox would also work for increased security.
Just be aware that most compromised information isn't done while you're watching but behind the scenes so you're always taking a risk when connected to a remote site.
I suppose not having to pay $4 to get the unlock code would be nice, but it is just $4 to get even more benefits out of a very inexpensive dual SIM phone. Maybe if I am lucky it will be even more useful once I replace the Stock ROM with something a bit more up to date.

I am not able to install the lineage rom as I just get an error.
updater process ended with error 7 with my KIW-L24. I also tried to remove the assert lines as some instructions suggest should be done and it looks like the install went ok, but It ends up in a boot loop.
After trying the process twice just in case I made a mistake, I found that but removing the assert lines from the file, the install seems to complete, but I am no longer able to use TWRP from the phone as the touch screen doesn't work any more and Lineage doesn't boot either.
The only reason I can think of that the install doesn't work is because there is something that is different about the phone I have like it is a newer revision. It seems that the partition sizes might be different and when I remove the assert lines the install just writes to a partition that is too small to hold the data and it ends up overwriting itself so it is basically corrupted in the process. Just a theory, but I haven't had any luck with anything but the stock firmware.

comm-ents said:
I am not able to install the lineage rom as I just get an error.
updater process ended with error 7 with my KIW-L24. I also tried to remove the assert lines as some instructions suggest should be done and it looks like the install went ok, but It ends up in a boot loop.
After trying the process twice just in case I made a mistake, I found that but removing the assert lines from the file, the install seems to complete, but I am no longer able to use TWRP from the phone as the touch screen doesn't work any more and Lineage doesn't boot either.
The only reason I can think of that the install doesn't work is because there is something that is different about the phone I have like it is a newer revision. It seems that the partition sizes might be different and when I remove the assert lines the install just writes to a partition that is too small to hold the data and it ends up overwriting itself so it is basically corrupted in the process. Just a theory, but I haven't had any luck with anything but the stock firmware.
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Sure of your model ?
Info about kiwi | LineageOS Wiki
wiki.lineageos.org

djibe89 said:
Sure of your model ?
Info about kiwi | LineageOS Wiki
wiki.lineageos.org
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Yep. Model number KIW-L24.

comm-ents said:
Yep. Model number KIW-L24.
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Format Data
Wipe all partitions
Reboot recovery
Flash
Leads to Error 7 ?

djibe89 said:
Format Data
Wipe all partitions
Reboot recovery
Flash
Leads to Error 7
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Yes.
The first issue is that when I try to format Data I get: Unable to wipe '/data' -- unknown file system 'auto' Unable to format to remove encryption. I found a suggestion to format the /data partition manually from adb shell which works.
The Lineage from wasn't the only Install I the error 7 with though as ResurrectionRemix-M-v5.7.4-20161220-kiwi also gave the same error 7.
Now the touch screen isn't working again in TWRP because I accidentally installed the wrong version of Lineage. with the assert lines removed. It would be nice to know how I can do a restore from the command line, but the TWRP command line guide isn't much help. It is just too much of a PITA that once I can get stock back on it I will just sell it while I'm ahead.

Sometimes you have to manually reformat.
Go to Wipe > Advanced wipe > Cache > Change partition
Too bad you didn't succeed

I was able to unlock the boot loader and still have a rooted phone. What I had hoped to do is use it with a T-Mobile data only plan and a SIM from FreeMobile provides a few hundred minutes a month for free.
I don't know why I get the Error 7, but you can't just remove the assert lines as the install might seem to have worked, but that is only because it just proceeds to install even though there might be something wrong and the install just messes up the phone.
I am still using the phone right now to test as a hotspot. The real reason that SIM didn't work in the phone is because of something on T-Mobiles end so it actually works in the phone now and since it is rooted I can make other changes that actually allow it to work as hotspot without limitations.
I should be able to find another dual SIM phone that can be rooted, but I am not sure there is anything that also supports Volte.

Is there otherway to unlock bootloader without paying 4 dollar. My country has restriction. i cant pay.

neysariy said:
Is there otherway to unlock bootloader without paying 4 dollar. My country has restriction. i cant pay.
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No way.
Or tell us if a miracle happened

In djibe Honor 5X pack, you said it contains Huawei USB drivers x32/64 but i didnt found it. Only driver that worked is:
Support area | files.dc-unlocker.com
files.dc-unlocker.com
Please add to your pack if you forgot that

In my phone there is not "unlock oem" option. What shoud i do. It that important?

Dc unlocker say error conection to server. I dont know why.

I'll dig into it. Thx

This guy in telegram can unlock bootloader of huawei phones very fast @fullkade_huawei_support

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neysariy said:
In djibe Honor 5X pack, you said it contains Huawei USB drivers x32/64 but i didnt found it. Only driver that worked is:
Support area | files.dc-unlocker.com
files.dc-unlocker.com
Please add to your pack if you forgot that
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Pack updated with USB drivers. Sorry for that