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[Q] HELP! Xposed Not WORKING!

help, xposed not working
Hi.
i cant download the Xposed framework.
i have slimsaber running on a OnePlus One.
i can't share a logcat, because when i reboot after flashing the zip, i get a popup: unfortunately, com.google.android is stopped.....
what can i do?
my phone is not even rebooting normally (i get infinity number of pop-ups)!!
and my adb drivers are all fine, when i restore from backup via TWRP, everything is fine and the adb is working...
PLEASE HELP I NEED XPOSED SO BAD.

@rovo89 maybe u can help!

If you can't live without xposed then change roms. Other than that your post makes no sense.

its alpha, he said flash if you want to risk bootloops..
hopefully you used recovery to backup your rom & data, because you're most likely going to have to flash your rom again.

rhystagram said:
its alpha, he said flash if you want to risk bootloops..
hopefully you used recovery to backup your rom & data, because you're most likely going to have to flash your rom again.
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i did a backup.
everything is fine now, but i want xposed.
the .jar file is a must?
because i didnt install it.
maybe it's the reason that its not working?

what am i doing wrong?

19dolev said:
what am i doing wrong?
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probably nothing, it isnt working on my lg g3 either, others reported its working for them on the same device, so i'm in the same boat as you... BUT i understand it's the first release for lollipop, its expected to have issues & i'm patient enough to wait for more advanced releases before i start asking why it isnt working for me.
at this point of time, you're spamming.
.jar for is for module developers.
btw, some modules work for some roms but not for others, so it may be your rom, might be my problem too, but ee have to wait for a better than alpha release.

[ROM][TW][RB1][KitKat][4.4.4] FyrestoneROM [SM-T113][27 July 2018]

FyrestoneROM T113​The simplicity of TouchWiz system without superfluous​
Code:
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* We're not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at us for messing up your device, we will laugh at you.
*
Introduction:
This Rom is the stock samsung without annoying apps and with some tweaks made to make your life easier.
I have a lot to do for make it better, but I hope you appreciate my work, if you don't thanks for giving me a chance.​
Features:
Based on T113XXU0ARB1
Debolated - Samsung and Google apps (350 MB of useless apps)
Deodexed
Zipaligned
Faster animation scale
Knox Free
Removed boot sound
Rooted with SuperSu
Busybox
Sony System signature - Feel free to install sony apps from play store!
AOSP Keyboard
Removed Samsung Update
Allow apps access to external storage
Removed Loud volume warning
Cyanogen/LineageOS UI sounds
Tweaks:
Battery Tweaks
Better scrolling
Video acceleration and HW debugging
Better RAM management
Google DNS
Download Link:
DOWNLOAD​MD5: b7694314c6cfe88f013522b86319210d
Old version [4 Feb 2017]: DOWNLOAD
MD5: 283aa300c00ae227b4362945925db4b4
Old version [4 Jan 2017]: DOWNLOAD
MD5: 6f97e788b0b2571742b256e6fcaf1e86
How to install The Rom:
Update your bootloader and baseband to XXU0ARB1 before flash!
1. Flash TWRP 2.8.7.0.tar with Odin 3.12.10.
2. Flash TWRP 3.0.2-0.img inside the recovery (Select Install image and choose Recovery partition).
3. Reboot into TWRP 3.0.2-0.
4. Copy FyrestoneROM_T113_XXXXX.zip in your SD Card.
5. Wipe: System, Data, Cache and Dalvik.
6. Optional – Wipe Internal Storage.
7. Install FyrestoneROM_T113_XXXXX.
8. Reboot and wait about 10 minutes.
How to install The Firmware:
1. Download and extract a zip file containing your desired firmware.
2. Open Odin Tool.
3. Boot your device in the "Download Mode":
(Press Volume Down, Power and Home buttons at same time for 5-8 seconds until download mode is active.)
4. Connect your device to PC via the USB cable while in download mode.
5. Next, check the "Auto Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" options in Odin Tool.
6. Hit the AP/PDA button then browse and select a tar.md5 file from the extracted folder.
7. Finally press the start button to begin flashing the firmware update on your device.
Credits:
Google for Android OS
Samsung for FW and source
Sony for System signature
Cyanogenmod for File manager
@SuperR for the kitchen
@bravonova for Build.prop Tweaks
@Chainfire for SuperSu
@mrRobinson for AdAway
XDA:DevDB Information
FyrestoneROM, ROM for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3
Contributors
Jimbus369
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.10.x
ROM Firmware Required: T113XXU0AQA1
Based On: STOCK Samsung
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 2.0
Stable Release Date: 2017-02-04
Created 2017-01-04
Last Updated 2018-08-18

Reserved
Changelog:
27 July 2018:
Updated to XXU0ARB1
Fixed all previous issues
Removed Cyanogen File manager and Adawey
Now Thunderoar Kernel v5.0 is fully compatible
Updated Busybox and SuperSu
4 Feb 2017:
Updated to XXU0AQA1
Removed some Bloatware
Deodexed
Zipaligned
Faster animation scale
Allow apps access to external storage
Loud volume warning removed
Cyanogen/LineageOS UI sounds
Battery Tweaks
Increase Quality Of Media Streaming
Fixed Google DNS
Fixed Calendar Sync
Various build.prop changes
Various fix
4 Jan 2017:
Initial release
Known issues:
Calendar doesn't synchronize --> Calendar_sync_fix.zip
Tablet doesn't support vpn functionality --> VPN_FIX.zip
Print spooler does not works --> PrintSpooler_FIX.zip

Fantastic! Finally we've got a rom of our very own, for which you've got my immense thanks. I'm very much looking forward to trying it out.
Unfortunately when I flashed it there was a loooong wait on the Samsung logo, and then... Well, after an hour I booted back to recovery to start over.
I honestly don't think your rom was the problem though, because from some point last night everything I tried - custom rom flashing and nandroid backup restores - wound up the same way. Odin + stock + root got a usable system at least, and today's been too busy to try again. But when I do I'll post back about how it goes.
(Sadly, I can't go back in time to see what order I did things and look for a pattern if this happens again. In case it might be useful to anyone, I know for sure I'd gotten stock set up comfortably and made a complete backup before giving thunderoar's T113 kernel a whirl, and that went swimmingly. Even had mounts2sd properly recognizing external sd set up after a long struggle, though not actually enabled yet. Don't know what else i did between making that backup and trying to flash this, but it's likely I just screwed something up somehow.)

PushyPhoenix said:
Fantastic! Finally we've got a rom of our very own, for which you've got my immense thanks. I'm very much looking forward to trying it out.
Unfortunately when I flashed it there was a loooong wait on the Samsung logo, and then... Well, after an hour I booted back to recovery to start over.
I honestly don't think your rom was the problem though, because from some point last night everything I tried - custom rom flashing and nandroid backup restores - wound up the same way. Odin + stock + root got a usable system at least, and today's been too busy to try again. But when I do I'll post back about how it goes.
(Sadly, I can't go back in time to see what order I did things and look for a pattern if this happens again. In case it might be useful to anyone, I know for sure I'd gotten stock set up comfortably and made a complete backup before giving thunderoar's T113 kernel a whirl, and that went swimmingly. Even had mounts2sd properly recognizing external sd set up after a long struggle, though not actually enabled yet. Don't know what else i did between making that backup and trying to flash this, but it's likely I just screwed something up somehow.)
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Upgrade your firmware to PH5 before flash and use TWRP 3.0.2-0.
Firmware: http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SM-T113
TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/goyave/
Wipe all partition in TWRP:
System, Cache, Dalvik and if you can internal Storage.
Thunderoar Kernel isn't compatible with PH5 firmware for the moment.
Let me know how it goes

Thanks so much for responding even though I didn't specifically ask.
Pretty much all my knowledge comes from following instructions in these forums and piecing little bits of information together, so I've got a few questions - trying to understand the "why" behind these things in order to be more self-sufficient. Please feel free to point me towards resources where I can learn more!
Jimbus369 said:
Upgrade your firmware to PH5 before flash and use TWRP 3.0.2-0.
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This is a surprise to me - I'd always thought that when flashing a new ROM, everything gets replaced. I never would have figured this part out on my own!
Firmware: http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SM-T113
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There's no Canadian version - but should I presume that, since this is a Wi-Fi only device, the CSC isn't too important?
How much does this matter even when using a device with a network connection?
TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/goyave/
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(Ooops, forgot to do this right off the bat. My bad!)
Does recovery version generally make a big difference?
Wipe all partition in TWRP:
System, Cache, Dalvik and if you can internal Storage.
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I've been wiping Data as well - is that not necessary?
Does wiping Internal Storage have a big effect? I suppose there's a fair bit of app-specific stuff in there that could cause issues?
Thunderoar Kernel isn't compatible with PH5 firmware for the moment.
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Ah well, soon enough!
Let me know how it goes
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Of course! You're investing time in putting this together, and helping out users; the very least I can do is let you know what's going on with that time you've invested!
Okay, about to check on the firmware installation!

PushyPhoenix said:
This is a surprise to me - I'd always thought that when flashing a new ROM, everything gets replaced. I never would have figured this part out on my own!
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When you install a rom, especially a TW one, in most case you need a specific Bootloader to cause it to start and work smoothly.
Wikipedia:
A boot loader is a computer program that loads an operating system or some other system software for the computer after completion of the power-on self-tests; it is the loader for the operating system itself. Within the hard reboot process, it runs after completion of the self-tests, then loads and runs the software. A boot loader is loaded into main memory from persistent memory, such as a hard disk drive or, in some older computers, from a medium such as punched cards, punched tape, or magnetic tape. The boot loader then loads and executes the processes that finalize the boot. Like POST processes, the boot loader code comes from a "hard-wired" and persistent location; if that location is too limited for some reason, that primary boot loader calls a second-stage boot loader or a secondary program loader.
The bootloader runs your rom with specific instructions, if the rom does not support an older bootloader simply does not boot. My rom does not support the older bootloader. A zip flash in this case cannot upgrade a delicate part like the bootloader. You need to flash the newer one with Odin.
There's no Canadian version - but should I presume that, since this is a Wi-Fi only device, the CSC isn't too important?
How much does this matter even when using a device with a network connection?
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The latest update for your country is PA5. Try with THIS.
Your country code is XAC.
The CSC (Sale Country Code) Is that part of the firmware that contains all the telephone operator customizations (e.g. WAP, MMS) for the intended country. As far as i know, It is not important for us.
(Ooops, forgot to do this right off the bat. My bad!)
Does recovery version generally make a big difference?
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Yes, the Recovery can make the difference.
I've been wiping Data as well - is that not necessary?
Does wiping Internal Storage have a big effect? I suppose there's a fair bit of app-specific stuff in there that could cause issues?
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I forgot to write data, my bad! But i wrote it in the instructions in the first topic. For personal experience i had different issues when I didn't formatted the Internal Storage. The Android folder, .thumbnails and others, can create issues.
Ah well, soon enough!
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I hope that in the next update we could use this kernel. :fingers-crossed:
Of course! You're investing time in putting this together, and helping out users; the very least I can do is let you know what's going on with that time you've invested!
Okay, about to check on the firmware installation!
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I want to give my best support at all users in difficulty, if you have a problem just ask. :good: :good:
Sorry for my english

Jimbus369 said:
Sorry for my english
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You're doing just fine!
I'll reply more later, but wanted to report that it's installed and running very smoothly! Haven't played around much but will do at home later.
If you've got any tips for getting mounts2sd up and running I'd really appreciate it!

PushyPhoenix said:
You're doing just fine!
I'll reply more later, but wanted to report that it's installed and running very smoothly! Haven't played around much but will do at home later.
If you've got any tips for getting mounts2sd up and running I'd really appreciate it!
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I'm happy to hear it. Anyway, I don't know how mounts2sd works. Have you already tried HERE?

Jimbus369 said:
I'm happy to hear it. Anyway, I don't know how mounts2sd works. Have you already tried HERE?
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Yup, that's the app I'm using, but haven't been able to get my external partition mounted properly. I did manage it once, think it was with thunderoar's kernel though.
Sent from my SM-G900W8 using XDA Labs

Jimbus369 said:
I'm happy to hear it.
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Life has gotten in the way of playing around with this, but thought I'd send you an update as I said I would...
Your rom is running really nicely on my tablet as I use it daily. It's smooth and small, with no unexpected reboots or fc's on installed apps. Didn't wipe internal SD but it hasn't given me any issues with existing data (probably because there wasn't much to start with).
One thing that has caused a problem is calendar sync. It looks like you've taken out the actual syncing service, so when I try to access my calendars through any app I'm asked to add a new Google account, even though everything's already set up in "Accounts" under Settings. I haven't tried running the "calendars.providers.apk" from my other phone, that should fix the problem - but I don't want to use the wrong version and break something!
Also, I've confirmed that the only time I got mounts2sd working, it was with thunderoar's kernel. So guess that's going to have to wait.
A few adjustments I made to the setup were to uninstall all "unnecessary" system apps (not needed to run the device), and re-install them from the store. This way I've got 676mb free on /system and still over 1.5GB free on internal storage.
I've also added a multi-reboot menu to make getting into recovery or download mode simpler, and this is loading more quickly on your rom than stock. I've also had to modify permissions.xml to allow apps to access external storage by default, and made another tweak to disable the "loud volume warning" (don't remember quite what it was offhand).
Would you consider adding these to a future version?
Again, thanks SO much for putting this together, answering questions, and doing your thing. It's greatly appreciated!

PushyPhoenix said:
Life has gotten in the way of playing around with this, but thought I'd send you an update as I said I would...
Your rom is running really nicely on my tablet as I use it daily. It's smooth and small, with no unexpected reboots or fc's on installed apps. Didn't wipe internal SD but it hasn't given me any issues with existing data (probably because there wasn't much to start with).
One thing that has caused a problem is calendar sync. It looks like you've taken out the actual syncing service, so when I try to access my calendars through any app I'm asked to add a new Google account, even though everything's already set up in "Accounts" under Settings. I haven't tried running the "calendars.providers.apk" from my other phone, that should fix the problem - but I don't want to use the wrong version and break something!
Also, I've confirmed that the only time I got mounts2sd working, it was with thunderoar's kernel. So guess that's going to have to wait.
A few adjustments I made to the setup were to uninstall all "unnecessary" system apps (not needed to run the device), and re-install them from the store. This way I've got 676mb free on /system and still over 1.5GB free on internal storage.
I've also added a multi-reboot menu to make getting into recovery or download mode simpler, and this is loading more quickly on your rom than stock. I've also had to modify permissions.xml to allow apps to access external storage by default, and made another tweak to disable the "loud volume warning" (don't remember quite what it was offhand).
Would you consider adding these to a future version?
Again, thanks SO much for putting this together, answering questions, and doing your thing. It's greatly appreciated!
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The calendar sync issue should be fixed in the next update.
Anyway, If I have enough time, the next update should contain a lot of new features. Your suggestions are already planned :good:

Jimbus369 said:
When you install a rom, especially a TW one, in most case you need a specific Bootloader to cause it to start and work smoothly.
....
The bootloader runs your rom with specific instructions, if the rom does not support an older bootloader simply does not boot. My rom does not support the older bootloader. A zip flash in this case cannot upgrade a delicate part like the bootloader. You need to flash the newer one with Odin.
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One more question about this: The way you've worded the second paragraph seems to imply only that older bootloaders don't work with newer roms, so are newer bootloaders backwards compatible? Say I've got the PH5 bootloader installed and I want to restore a backup of the previous firmware, do I have to flash that firmware first?
Sorry if it seems obvious, this is how we learn!
Sent from my SM-G900W8 using XDA Labs

PushyPhoenix said:
One more question about this: The way you've worded the second paragraph seems to imply only that older bootloaders don't work with newer roms, so are newer bootloaders backwards compatible? Say I've got the PH5 bootloader installed and I want to restore a backup of the previous firmware, do I have to flash that firmware first?
Sorry if it seems obvious, this is how we learn!
Sent from my SM-G900W8 using XDA Labs
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Absolutely it isn't obvious, don't worry . The Bootloader, for my personal experience, are backwards compatible. I don't have a scientific knowledge about this, but for what I did with other device it can work. Just try :fingers-crossed:, don't forget a full backup.

Calendar_sync_fix.zip
Here is a fix for calendar sync.
@PushyPhoenix Thanks for reporting this issue

Jimbus369 said:
Calendar_sync_fix.zip
Here is a fix for calendar sync.
@PushyPhoenix Thanks for reporting this issue
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This is a huge help, as one reason for getting this tablet was to use the calendar on a bigger screen.... Thanks so much!
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Jimbus369 said:
The Bootloader, for my personal experience, are backwards compatible. I don't have a scientific knowledge about this, but for what I did with other device it can work. Just try :fingers-crossed:
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Fantastic - it worked on my S5 (had to restore a backup to retrieve some data).
don't forget a full backup.
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Never! The most important thing, along with wiping.

When is coming to FyrestoneROM V2 ?
And thank you very much. So love...

Does this work on sm-t116ny ?
Because no development for sm-t116ny .

dhruvpatel_9880 said:
Does this work on sm-t116ny ?
Because no development for sm-t116ny .
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I don't think it can work. If your device codename is Goyave you can try. Let me know if it works

Jimbus369 said:
I don't think it can work. If your device codename is Goyave you can try. Let me know if it works
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First of all thanks for replying
My device codename is Goyave3g5m probably .
Can you please tell me which all models have same codename "Goyave"?
And cm 11 for sm-t116 works well on my sm-t116ny.
I will try and let you know does it boots .
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It is working on sm-t116ny
But wifi hotspot not working
Please help

dhruvpatel_9880 said:
First of all thanks for replying
My device codename is Goyave3g5m probably .
Can you please tell me which all models have same codename "Goyave"?
And cm 11 for sm-t116 works well on my sm-t116ny.
I will try and let you know does it boots .
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It is working on sm-t116ny
But wifi hotspot not working
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T113/T113nu and T116/T116ny have a similar codename and hardware (The recovery have goyave codename, therefore any rom with goyave codename can be flashed). For the hotspot, maybe some missing libraries, a different driver or a different kernel makes hotspot broken. Try to restore your kernel from a previous backup.

[ROM][UNOFFICIAL] LineageOS 15.1 for the Essential PH-1 (mata)

LineageOS is a free, community built, aftermarket firmware distribution of Android 8.1 (Oreo), which is designed to increase performance and reliability over stock Android for your device.
It should go without saying, but do not lock your bootloader with this installed. You must be 100% stock, I'd suggest on both slots, in order to re-lock your bootloader. Doing otherwise will likely lead to a brick that Essential really shouldn't warranty.
Code:
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* We are not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at us for messing up your device, we will laugh at you.
*
*/
LineageOS is based on the Android Open Source Project with extra contributions from many people within the Android community.
All the source code for LineageOS is available in the LineageOS Github repo. And if you would like to contribute to LineageOS, please visit our Gerrit Code Review.
Unofficial LineageOS Builds
Essential PH-1 (mata): https://updater.invisiblek.org/mata
Google apps
Google apps (opengapps nano) are baked in to these builds. This is due to the A/B partition layout and complications backing up/restoring gapps between builds. This is not ideal, and is the major road block to getting this device in to official status with Lineage. At this time I do not plan to release non-gapps builds. Users who require this will have to build their own.
Source
Device | Kernel
Here's a local_manifest for those who want to build at home.
Prerequisites
Unlocked bootloader
OPM1.180104.092 firmware - even if you were on this build, you should flash this firmware package to ensure the firmware is on BOTH slots.
Fastboot and ADB set up (use your google-fu to figure this out)
Installation
This device is different than what most people are familiar with due to the A/B partition layout. If you're familiar with Pixel devices, then you already know what this means. This thread isn't really designed to explain how it all works, that should be handled somewhere else. Instead, I'll assume you can either follow directions or do some research on your own. Additionally I have a discord set up where there are several people who may be able to help if you run in to a snag.
The initial install should go rather smooth, and future updates can be taken through the built-in Lineage updater app (yes, the are the seamless updates you may have heard about). Due to A/B, the recovery's ramdisk is actually on the boot.img partition (the rom's ramdisk is on the system partition now). What this means is once you flash the rom, it essentially (lol) replaces the TWRP that you have installed. This shouldn't be a problem since with the seamless updates, you shouldn't have to ever go into recovery. If you find yourself needing recovery, you'll have to re-flash TWRP to get there.
Phew, now some instructions.
See the prerequisites. You really do need these or things aren't going to work for you.
Boot into bootloader mode and wipe data with:
Code:
fastboot -w
Download twrp (mirror) and flash it with this command:
Code:
fastboot flash boot twrp-mata_11.img
(no, this isn't a typo, you are flashing twrp to the boot partition)
While still in bootloader mode, use vol down to select "Recovery mode" and hit the power button. This should boot you in to TWRP. Enter your previous lock screen password or pin (if it asks) to decrypt your data partition.
Put the device in sideload mode with:
Code:
adb shell twrp sideload
Install the zip via adb sideload with:
Code:
adb sideload <zip name here>
When finished, reboot.
Profit!
The LineageOS team would like to thank everyone involved in helping with testing, coding, debugging & documenting! Enjoy!
XDA:DevDB Information
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL] LineageOS 15.1 for the Essential PH-1 (mata), ROM for the Essential Phone
Contributors
invisiblek
Source Code: [url]https://github.com/LineageOS[/URL]
ROM OS Version: 8.x Oreo
ROM Kernel: Linux 4.x
Version Information
Status: Testing
Created 2017-11-12
Last Updated 2017-11-11

Q: What is broken?
A: Nothing I'm aware of
Q: Can I use the stock Essential camera app?
A: Yes
Q: Does the 360 cam work?
A: No.
Q: Is this rooted?
A: No. You're on your own for that.
Q: Does this pass SafetyNet?
A: Yes. Android pay, Pokemon Go, etc work fine. If you root, depending on your root method, you may lose this ability. But the ROM itself does pass SafetyNet.
2017-11-20 FAQ rollup: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74580036&postcount=189
FAQ site with some more info (be gentle with the terrible, or should i say complete lack of, css)

"Why no work" bug reports incoming in 5,4,3,2,1....
EDIT: @invisiblek if you need this post for anything, let me know.

THANK YOU!! So glad to see this. Just ordered the essential yesterday.

Any known bugs? How is performance compared to stock? Thanks for this!

Install it and find out. It's a testing build.

Awesome! Mine will be here soon.. glad to see development!!
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

First time with an A/B device, so everytime you update with a new build to the updater site it will prompt us and begin updating in the background? Don't have to be specific with the process itself but I was just curious as I'd like to stay up to date as possible if I start the custom ROM endeavor since it's still early on in development. Thanks!

installing now.. OP the link to twrp is broken

Thanks OP!
Got it up and running, seems pretty solid for the first build. The initial setup wizard hung at the last step for me but after a reboot it worked.
Oh, and the night mode works great!
^TWRP link worked for me about 30 mins ago
Update: I have installed most all of my apps and have been playing around setting up the phone for the last ~30mins....no stutters, no mistouches, everything is working great. LTE+ on VZW works, as well as Verizon messaging app. The phone apk has the option for vvm, haven't tested. Overall I can't believe how well this runs...ROM development has come a long way from the initial releases I'm used to on non nexus devices.

360 Camera doesn't work.....

CaptainElwood said:
Thanks OP!
Got it up and running, seems pretty solid for the first build. The initial setup wizard hung at the last step for me but after a reboot it worked.
Oh, and the night mode works great!
^TWRP link worked for me about 30 mins ago
Update: I have installed most all of my apps and have been playing around setting up the phone for the last ~30mins....no stutters, no mistouches, everything is working great. LTE+ on VZW works, as well as Verizon messaging app. The phone apk has the option for vvm, haven't tested. Overall I can't believe how well this runs...ROM development has come a long way from the initial releases I'm used to on non nexus devices.
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Same feelings here. I really hope vvm works. Will test tomorrow... The ROM already kept me up tik now 3:09am
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Also on vzw don't see LTE + though.

Has installing lineage fixed the low signal strength problem for those people that have been experiencing it?
Sent from my ONEPLUS A5000 using Tapatalk

Works great! Found a wifi bug
Following the instructions posted, wifi stops working after flashing twrp and rebooting back into LOS. I flashed addonsu-14.1-arm64-signed.zip to enable App access to root. It worked, but wifi is broken on reboot. It turns itself off immediately after turning on.
Replication steps:
1. Follow steps in OP.
2. Reboot to bootloader (adb reboot-bootloader)
3. Flash twrp_mata-6.img (fastboot flash boot twrp.img)
4. adb push addonsu-14.1-arm64.zip /sdcard/
5. Install .zip in TWRP
6. Reboot
Anybody else getting this issue? The only way I've been able to fix it is to re-flash LOS.
EDIT: Thanks to @bmg1001, this issue is resolved (for me at least) by using this build of TWRP... Sorry, I can't post links yet! Can someone link this please?
https:// drive.google. com/file/d/1Pp9Hep-EEGNHLl6I_ob7ugihpKfrAcWm/view?usp=sharing
Note that flashing this TWRP build will allow you to reboot to recovery at any time without having to reflash TWRP, as mentioned in the OP.

omvir said:
Has installing lineage fixed the low signal strength problem for those people that have been experiencing it?
Sent from my ONEPLUS A5000 using Tapatalk
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My signal strength improved from 2 bars to 3 bars at home, but I'm not sure if the reception has improved or just the number of bars displayed at certain signal strengths..

back2you said:
360 Camera doesn't work.....
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You betrayed Sony

TWRP DL link not working
tclaybor said:
Following the instructions posted, wifi stops working after flashing twrp and rebooting back into LOS. I flashed addonsu-14.1-arm64-signed.zip to enable App access to root. It worked, but wifi is broken on reboot. It turns itself off immediately after turning on.
Replication steps:
1. Follow steps in OP.
2. Reboot to bootloader (adb reboot-bootloader)
3. Flash twrp_mata-6.img (fastboot flash boot twrp.img)
4. adb push addonsu-14.1-arm64.zip /sdcard/
5. Install .zip in TWRP
6. Reboot
Anybody else getting this issue? The only way I've been able to fix it is to re-flash LOS.
EDIT: Thanks to @bmg1001, this issue is resolved (for me at least) by using this build of TWRP... Sorry, I can't post links yet! Can someone link this please?
https:// drive.google. com/file/d/1Pp9Hep-EEGNHLl6I_ob7ugihpKfrAcWm/view?usp=sharing
Note that flashing this TWRP build will allow you to reboot to recovery at any time without having to reflash TWRP, as mentioned in the OP.
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Good Morning!
The URL for TWRP isn't working for me. I copy pasted it in chrome address bar. Could someone please kindly help? I'm drooling to get started!

makbomb said:
Good Morning!
The URL for TWRP isn't working for me. I copy pasted it in chrome address bar. Could someone please kindly help? I'm drooling to get started!
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Go to the rooting guide and it's in there. Use the mirror
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One thing I noticed is cell service is much weaker so far. In this same spot if my bedroom used to go from 99 to 103 dbm. Now it's at a118. Will monitor and report.
Shows 0 bars of service. Used to be 2-3

strictlyphat said:
Go to the rooting guide and it's in there. Use the mirror
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Thanks, but it sounds like @tclaybor is using a different version, provided to him by @bmg1001 , since you'll see he was trying to link a google drive to that version?

makbomb said:
Thanks, but it sounds like @tclaybor is using a different version, provided to him by @bmg1001 , since you'll see he was trying to link a google drive to that version?
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The one in bmg1001 thread worked. But have to click mirror.
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If u do get it installed let me know about signal. Mine taking big hit.

[ROM][OneUI 2.5][TWRP] NcX 2.5 for A71 [SM-A715F]

NcX 2.5 A71 ROM​Pretty straight forward, I took OneUI 2.5 firmware, debloated it and added a few features which can be found here: Link to MODs
My plan is to make this the best version of OneUI 2.5 with more features and fixed things (my mission is to fix Secure Folder in the near future) Fixed
Anyway, let's get started.
Code:
Your warranty is now void.
* We are not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about flashing this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at us for messing up your device, we will laugh at you. HARD!
Features!​
TWRP Included
Full OneUI 2.5 features
Debloated
Added camera features
Dolby Atmos without earphones
Optimized
Edge Lighting fully enabled
Secure Folder fixed
Smart View fixed
Samsung Health fixed
Samsung OCR service
Bugs!​
Secure Folder broken (will try to fix later) Fixed on 2.5.1
Samsung Pass broken (because of knox 0x1, duh) Removed from ROM, it will never work.
Bug with AOD brightness when you use fingerprint unlock method. This bug happens when you have AOD to always show. If AOD is showing, then you turn the screen on to only show lockscreen clock and then turn the screen off for AOD to show, the brightness of AOD will reduce to the most minimal and it will be hard to see, regardless of what brightness you set up. There are 2 ways to getting rid of this bug:
Disable unlocking phone with fingerprint
Unlocking your phone and then locking it again. This will only fix it until you trigger the bug again
Fixed, clock animation removed.
You tell me
Changelog!​
25/Oct/2020 (NcX 2.5.2):
Added 60 fps recording on selfie cam
Added wide selfies. (a biiiiit buggy, but serviceable)
Added 24 fps recording modes on pro video mode
Fixed Samsung Health
Added Samsung OCR Service for better text extraction
12/Oct/2020 (NcX 2.5.1):
Secure Folder fixed
Smart View fixed
AOD bug fixed
Removed Samsung Pass
Removed Samsung Daily
Removed "Tips" app
Removed Bixby
Added camera features
08/Oct/2020: Release
Links!​
(V2.5.2)Google Drive
(V2.5.1)Google Drive
(V2.5)Google Drive
Prequisites​MANDATORY ALWAYS: SD Card. It IS possible to have it on internal storage but ONLY if you are not encrypted. If you are encrypted, then you will need to FORMAT DATA and that will delete everything in your internal storage and you won't be able to add it back to internal storage with TWRP because MTP is broken.​For installing 2.5.1/2.5.2:
Installing and following NcX 2.5 installation steps, as well as its prequesites
TWRP Installed (included in NcX 2.5)
Download multidisabler.zip (link: From Telegram Group (also attached on this thread) and add to SD Card or internal storage
Download Magisk zip installer to your SD Card or internal storage
For installing 2.5:
Update to bootloader U3 (either install OneUI 2.1 or OneUI 2.5 fully with Odin), otherwise you will have problems with camera
Fully unlock bootloader. I don't mean just turning OEM unlock on in developer settings , I mean FULLY unlock. If you didn't know, Samsung changed up how you unlock the bootloader on newer devices like this one. @topjohnwu gets a little more specific here: Explanation but I'm going to quote the important stuff to FULLY unlock bootloader:
Unlocking BL on modern Samsung devices have some caveats, so I figure this would be helpful.
Allow bootloader unlocking in Developer options → OEM unlocking
Reboot to download mode: reboot and press the download mode key combo for your device.
Long press volume up to unlock the bootloader. This will wipe your data and automatically reboot.
If you think the bootloader is fully unlocked, it is actually not! Samsung introduced VaultKeeper, meaning the bootloader will still reject any unofficial partitions before VaultKeeper explicitly allows it.
Go through the initial setup. Skip through all the steps since data will be wiped again later.
Connect the device to Internet during the setup.
Enable developer options, and confirm that the OEM unlocking option exists and is grayed out. This means the VaultKeeper service has unleashed the bootloader.
Your bootloader now accepts unofficial images in download mode.
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Download Magisk zip installer to your SD Card or internal storage
Download multidisabler.zip (link: From Telegram Group and also attached in this thread) and add to SD Card or internal storage
Instructions!​For installing 2.5.1/2.5.2:
Reboot to TWRP
Flash NcX 2.5.1.img or NcX 2.5.2 as "super" image in TWRP
Reboot to Recovery
Format data if you are coming from Stock ROM. If you are coming from NcX 2.5 then you don't need to wipe or format, you can just skip this step.
Flash multidisabler (this is required always)
Flash Magisk zip (optional)
Reboot and wait patiently
For installing 2.5:
Reboot to download mode and add AP_NcX 2.5 A71 in AP on Odin
Uncheck the Auto reboot option in Odin
Flash
When it is finished, force a manual reboot (keep pressing VOL - and Power buttons together)
Immediately when phone reboots, boot to recovery mode (VOL + and Power button)
If your phone was unencrypted before, just do a normal wipe. If your phone was not unencrypted before, do a full data format (Go to WIPE option in TWRP, select FORMAT DATA button at the bottom and they type yes on the keyboard. This will completely wipe your internal storage so be sure to backup and photos, music, etc... you have in internal media.)
Flash multidisabler to ensure you do not get encrypted
Flash magisk (I don't know if this is mandatory, I would fully recommend it though)
Reboot and wait patiently
Credits!​ @ananjaser1211 for all your help and always willing to lend a helping hand
@SuperR. For his Super R's Kitchen which you can find here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ap...dows-linux-superr-s-kitchen-v3-0-0-0-t3601702
@topjohnwu for Magisk
@sac23 for his tutorial on how to fix Secure Folder which you can find here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82978861&postcount=1522
@Belco02 for the extra camera modes and features
@ianmacd in Telegram group TWRP/Root Samsung Android Devices for compiling TWRP for us
@ Samsung for the firmware
@ Team TWRP for their amazing recovery
@ To users like you!
If you feel I missed you, please give me a PM so I can add you
XDA:DevDB Information
NcX 2.5 for A71, ROM for the Samsung Galaxy A71
Contributors
ShaDisNX255, Ian Macdonald
Source Code: https://github.com/ianmacd/twrp_a71
Source Code: https://github.com/ianmacd/a71
ROM OS Version: Android 10
ROM Kernel: Linux 4.x
Based On: OneUI 2.5
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 2.5
Stable Release Date: 2020-10-08
Created 2020-10-08
Last Updated 2020-10-08

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For anything already released, please ask here in XDA
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FAQ
[Q] My phone is stuck in bootloop/infinite boot, what should I do?
[A] It is normal for first instalation to take aprox 10-20 minutes on first boot, let it sit for a little bit
[Q] Even after 20 minutes, my phone is still in a bootloop/infinite boot, what can I do?
[A] It is possible that your previoius Android setup is conflicting with this new setup. Please, do the following:
1. FORMAT DATA (not WIPE, FORMAT!)
2. Try the instalation of NcX again
[Q] I've found a bug, what should I do
[A] Please read the "Bugs" section of the thread to see if your bug has been reported, if it hasn't, please let me know exactly what the problem is so I can take a look
[Q] I flashed magisk on TWRP but no apps are asking for SU Permission
[A] Make sure you have the Magisk Manager app installed
[Q] I don't see Magisk Manager in my apps
[A] You need to download the manager from the official source: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk
[Q] Something bothers me and I want it fixed/changed
[A] Please, kindly make a request and if it's within my grasp, I'll try to fix it. Just, don't be rude and demand something. Either that or return to stock, your choice

How to report a bug/Ask for a change​
Over the small amount of time I've been doing my edits and shared them with the community, I've noticed something that seems to irritate me. I can't speak for all the developers on this forum, but I do edits/ROMs/PORTs/etc... to what I like. I don't work for anybody else but me. I share my work because it may have something of value to other people and/or some people may share the same taste as me on regards to what they want on a ROM.
That being said, that doesn't mean I will completely ignore what the community has to say.
First and foremost, it must be said, I am merely a beginner. I do not claim to be a professional developer that knows how to add everything, I am nowhere close and I learn as I go.
There are ways to ask for something and/or report a bug when it comes to ROMs, and this post is my attempt to try to explain how to (and how not to) report a bug in order to help me out as much as possible to try to fix something
You can also ask for something to be added, but there are also ways to ask for something
So, here we go
Keep in mind:
I do not add stuff that can easily be downloaded from the Playstore
I, myself, don't do kernel edits
I COULD remove stuff if NOBODY uses it
---REPORTING BUGS---​
How NOT to report a bug:
"SystemUI (or any app)is crashing, please help!"
"Instagram doesn't allow me to edit my post, what could be wrong?"
"My bank account app is not letting me do such thing"
These posts are sort of pointless as they only state something but I have no context on what could be causing it. Also, I can't really control (for the most part) third-party apps, so if you're going to ask about them this way, don't even bother
A slightly better way to report a bug:
"I clean installed the ROM and was working fine, after I installed Facebook and logged in, I immediately uploaded a photo and SystemUI started to crash. Can you look in to it?"
"I tried to install Black Neon theme (a link to it would work as well) and it was working fine until I tried to activate AOD (or anything else for some reason) and SystemUI (or any other app) is crashing, could you look in to it?"
"My bank account app doesn't let me take a screenshot of my accounts. I get a toast notification saying "Can't take screenshot due to security policy"
As you can see, this provides a bit more context and explanation on your current situation. This gives me a little more detail on trying to replicate the problem and hopefully could fix it by replicating it. Well, except for point #3 which is out of my hands for the most part (I think). If you include what kernel you're using would make everything better! Also any significant change that would require root (like xposed and or anything that modifies /system also needs to be informed for better results)
The BEST way to report a bug:
LOGCAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Please learn the ins and outs of a logcat, this really helps a lot on finding what the problem is. Also, please give a brief explanation as the above examples when providing a log cat
---ASKING FOR STUFF TO BE ADDED---​
How NOT to ask for stuff:
On your next update, add iris scanner
You should add (app) on your next update
Hey, please add (app or feature) on your next update
No, I do not work for you. Even if you say please like the third example, that doesn't mean you're being polite. It still sounds like an order lol so you should probably rephrase your request.
How to ask for stuff to be added to my work:
Would you be so kind to add (feature) to your ROM, if possible?
Would it be possible to add this app to your ROM?
Please, can you add (feature) to your ROM, if it isn't much to ask?
See how politeness makes everything better? You're not demanding it, you're just politely asking to see if maybe it is within my grasp to add something. And if all request would be like this, I can assure you I'd try my best to add said feature
I hope this is useful to you or I at least hope that some people read it.
If not, I can just tell you to return to stock ROM, probably better than any ROM I put out anyway

Enjoy guys, keep on the lookout for updates. I plan on adding more MODs and fixes

Attach the singletake .xml also here

sankhauaa said:
Attach the singletake .xml also here
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I'll hold it off.
Plan on adding a future update with this and more stuff included

Good mod! Downloading...

well done mate, nice to see

New update hopefully tomorrow.
What's new?
-Fix Secure Folder, now working
-Fix Smart View mirroring, now working
-Adding CSC features, in progress

When i try to do the process of unlocking again It say after long press volume up. Lock Bootloader? Guess thats not what i want? My device is rooted stock with twrp installed..... Do you have an idea.?
I want to install your rom.

hans3103 said:
When i try to do the process of unlocking again It say after long press volume up. Lock Bootloader? Guess thats not what i want? My device is rooted stock with twrp installed..... Do you have an idea.?
I want to install your rom.
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If you've already rooted, that means you have fully unlocked bootloader and it means that you can now freely install my ROM.

I installed it, it look very good. Its a big timesaver also. I used to root this device in a time comsuming way. This rom is very easy.... Very nice work!

hans3103 said:
I installed it, it look very good. Its a big timesaver also. I used to root this device in a time comsuming way. This rom is very easy.... Very nice work!
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Thanks, next version will be easier to flash, just with super.img flash on TWRP.

ShaDisNX255 said:
Thanks, next version will be easier to flash, just with super.img flash on TWRP.
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I will try it for sure, can I do an update or do I have to make a clean install?

hans3103 said:
I will try it for sure, can I do an update or do I have to make a clean install?
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It can be installed with current version so no need to wipe data

ShaDisNX255 said:
It can be installed with current version so no need to wipe data
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Very nice....many thanks!

nice business friend
Even if resizing in vendor, it will be nice because it will be very possible to make mod and custom kernel

No idea
my galaxy a71 its still in bootloop. bootloader fully unlocked with oem activated. data formated, installed decrypted data, and magisk zip installed, pls help..

zorexblade said:
my galaxy a71 its still in bootloop. bootloader fully unlocked with oem activated. data formated, installed decrypted data, and magisk zip installed, pls help..
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Are you getting to boot animation?
Were there any red messages in TWRP when you were installing?

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro decryption issues and flashing woes

Phone: Xiaomi Mi 9T /K20 Pro
Current Rom: Miui Global 12.5.1
Wanted Rom: Stock google/pixel with all google apps, but without the awful miui interface
Evening everyone.
I would be very grateful if some kind soul can assist me. I'm trying to replace the standard and hated miui rom with Evolution X (Raphael) rom or any other recommend rom. So far I've successfully managed to connect the phone, setup usb drivers and unlocked the phone as well as used fastboot to flash twrp-3.7.0_9-0-raphael.img.
So far so good, but here's the questions I have or issues I'm having:-
Even though I have removed all screenlocks, the phone files on twrp are still showing as decrypted. I've also deliberately put on a screenlock and then booted to twrp, but I get no messages or request to enter a password. FYI, if I go to Settings>Privacy, the phone does state that it's encrypted.. Other than flashing twrp-3.7.0_9-0-raphael.img, I have also flashed many other versions of twrp, but they all do the same thing, i.e. no mention of any screenlock or decryption.
Although I can flash twrp, if I reboot, it reverts back to miui stock recovery. I then have to reflash twrp image to get back in. Is there a way to keep it installed permanently?
I'm also confused whether I need to root the phone. Is this compulsory and if not, and is it worth it?
Lastly my main goal is to install a rom without the rubbish miui. I still want all google apps, camera, nfc, and everything else to work, but with so many custom roms available, it's getting confusing. Can you please recommend one that is new, popular and has all the standard google apps/rom and stuff?
Thanks in advance.

Apologies - Just BUMPING this up as no reply.

Try this recovery https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=15664248565197208247

vito_metallica said:
Try this recovery https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=15664248565197208247
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Thanks very much. Sorry about this, but would you mind explaining what that file is and how do I install it? Is there a step-by-step guide that I can follow? Also once it's installed how do I use it to install the custom rom?
Thanks again for your help.

wowandroid said:
Thanks very much. Sorry about this, but would you mind explaining what that file is and how do I install it? Is there a step-by-step guide that I can follow? Also once it's installed how do I use it to install the custom rom?
Thanks again for your help.
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It's a version of orangefox twrp with a fix to support android 13 encryption. Guides on how and what to install are usually provided by the ROMs developers, since each ROM requires different software and steps. I don't think anybody can really recommend you a specific custom ROM, since most of them have their quirks and bugs, but I tried both EvolutionX and VoltageOS and both were running fine on my device (both android 13), now I'm running lineageos 20 unofficial and it runs fine too.
I see you want to install EvolutionX, and you will find all info on their thread, and should ask support for that specific ROM on that thread.

Sorry @vito_metallica, when I was asking for a guide or link, is was not for how to install a ROM, but how to install the orangefox twrp. Last thing I want to do is to brick the phone, lol.

wowandroid said:
Sorry @vito_metallica, when I was asking for a guide or link, is was not for how to install a ROM, but how to install the orangefox twrp. Last thing I want to do is to brick the phone, lol.
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Extract the zip and there is a recovery.img file inside. Maybe try it before actually flashing it (fastboot boot recovery.img)
And finally flash with fastboot flash recovery recovery.img

EDIT:
Just wanna say, thanks so much @vito_metallica
Believe it or not, I've now edited this same post 5-6 times, because each time there was an issue, I'd edit the post again and again, lol.
Good news! I've managed to successfully install the EvolutionX rom.
I've had a play around and its a brilliant rom. Just a few issues which I hope I can iron out:-
The Android System WebView won't update - I've tried to uninstall, clear cache/data etc, but it still won't work
Is there a way to remove, relocate or hide the bottom Google Search Bar? - I never tend to use it as I find it annoying, so I would prefer to totally remove it if possible.
Thanks again

I
wowandroid said:
EDIT:
Just wanna say, thanks so much @vito_metallica
Believe it or not, I've now edited this same post 5-6 times, because each time there was an issue, I'd edit the post again and again, lol.
Good news! I've managed to successfully install the EvolutionX rom.
I've had a play around and its a brilliant rom. Just a few issues which I hope I can iron out:-
The Android System WebView won't update - I've tried to uninstall, clear cache/data etc, but it still won't work
Is there a way to remove, relocate or hide the bottom Google Search Bar? - I never tend to use it as I find it annoying, so I would prefer to totally remove it if possible.
Thanks again
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- Did you also clear cache and storage of Play store? If nothing works you could still install updates manually via apkmirror or you could install Chrome and use that as system WebView ( you can switch in dev settings ) or you could use Bromite system WebView ( search on GitHub for info about installation)
- If there isn't an option to remove the search bar you could still switch to a different launcher like lawnchair or Nova Launcher ( which I personally prefer), but maybe you should ask the EvolutionX devs first, since maybe the stock launcher has features built in that you would lose if using a custom one.

vito_metallica said:
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- Did you also clear cache and storage of Play store? If nothing works you could still install updates manually via apkmirror or you could install Chrome and use that as system WebView ( you can switch in dev settings ) or you could use Bromite system WebView ( search on GitHub for info about installation)
- If there isn't an option to remove the search bar you could still switch to a different launcher like lawnchair or Nova Launcher ( which I personally prefer), but maybe you should ask the EvolutionX devs first, since maybe the stock launcher has features built in that you would lose if using a custom one.
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I always thought by clearing the cache/storage , it would cause major issues, like apps stop working. Am I actually safe to do this without any ill-effect? Will it still remember that I'm logged in and what apps I've already downloaded/updated?
Regarding the bottom google search bar - I think I read somewhere this is built-in and it can't be removed without causing major issues. I guess I'll just have to live with it.
The other issue I've found with this rom is that after disabling gestures and re-enabling the 3 navigation buttons (which I prefer), they are the wrong-way round, i.e. I prefer the back button to be on the right-hand side. So if you know any way of fixing this then please let me know.
I'll post these questions on the dev's chat too.
Thanks for all your help and advice.