NOTE - THIS GUIDE IS ONLY FOR THE REALME GT NEO 2T (RMX3357)
For the X7 Max or GT Neo/GT Neo Flash Edition, please refer to the excellent guide by @mahotlov found here.
(The X7 Max subforum seemed the best place for this guide, but please let me know if there's a better place!)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Preamble: I recently purchased a Realme GT Neo 2T under the assumption it could take Realme X7 Max ROMs. The specs and design were an exact match, and since Realme has a history of releasing existing phones with new model numbers and sparklier plastic, I felt pretty good about compatibility. I quickly learned I was mistaken - both stock and custom ROMs for the X7 Max cause the display on the Neo 2T to stop working. Flashing back the stock bootloader fixed the display, but the phone would only boot into recovery, which had no touch support. Flashing the stock recovery brought back touch support, but nothing I tried could get the ROM to boot. Clearly there are changes under the hood.
Unfortunately, that left precious few options for turning the Neo 2T into a usable phone. The hardware is amazing for the price, and ColorOS is pretty decent, but the amount of non-removable bloatware and lack of Android Auto and Hey Google to activate Google Assistant was a dealbreaker for me. In the end, I decided to take matters into my own hands.
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This guide will show you how to:
- Unlock your bootloader.
- Root your phone. (Magisk)
- Bypass SafetyNet. (Universal SafetyNet Fix Magisk module)
- Install Android Auto and Google apps as system apps. (BusyBox-NDK and Terminal Systemizer Magisk modules)
- Remove Realme bloatware. (ADB)
- Flash device with SP Tools and stock ROM to recover from a softbrick or restore to factory state. (SP Tools)
(Some sections are still being written and will be available soon.)
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THE GUIDE ASSUMES YOU ARE USING WINDOWS 10. SOME STEPS MAY BE DIFFERENT FOR OTHER OPERATING SYSTEMS
PLEASE READ THROUGH ALL INSTRUCTIONS FIRST BEFORE PROCEEDING. ALL REQUIRED FILES CAN BE FOUND ATTACHED TO THIS POST.
UNLOCKING YOUR BOOTLOADER WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. THIS PROCESS WILL WIPE ALL DATA FROM YOUR PHONE. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST DATA. I AM ALSO NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU DAMAGE OR KILL YOUR DEVICE, YOUR PROPERTY, YOUR LOVED ONES OR YOURSELF BY FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
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STEP 1: Unlock your bootloader.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
First, we need to enable developer mode. On the Neo 2T:
- Open Settings.
- Choose "About Phone".
- Choose "Version - Baseband & Kernel"
- Tap "Build Number" until developer mode is enabled.
Next, we need to turn on USB Debugging and allow OEM Unlock. On the Neo 2T:
- Go back to Settings.
- Choose "Additional Settings".
- Choose "Developer Options".
- Turn on "OEM Unlock" and "USB Debugging".
We need to get the Deep Testing app to unlock the bootloader. On your PC:
- Download "DeepTesting_GT_NEO_2T.apk" attached to this post.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
Now, we need to allow file transfers. On the Neo 2T:
- Select "Transfer Files" on the "Use USB to" popup.
Time to send the .apk to the Neo 2T. On your PC:
- Copy the "DeepTesting_GT_NEO_2T.apk" file you downloaded to the "Download" folder on the internal storage of the Neo 2T.
We're ready to request unlocking of the bootloader. On the Neo 2T:
- Open the "File Manager" app.
- Choose the "APK" option.
- Find "DeepTesting_GT_NEO_2T.apk" and open it.
- Follow the instruction to install the app. You may need to allow installing from the "File Manager" app.
- Once install is finished, launch the app.
- Click "Start Applying".
- Tick the checkbox to agree to the disclaimer. Due to a bug, the disclaimer text itself may or may not appear.
- When you see "Application Submitted", click "Back."
- Go grab a coffee. It can sometimes take up to an hour for the bootloader unlock request to be approved.
- You can close the app and use your phone as normal in the meantime. Periodically open the app and click "Query Verification Status" to check your request. Once you see "Application Approved" we are done with this step.
- Unplug the Neo 2T from your PC.
- Click "Start Deep Testing".
- The Neo 2T will reboot into "Fastboot" mode. You should see a black screen with small white text.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
Now we need to install the ADB drivers. On your PC:
- Download "ADB_DRIVERS.zip" attached to this post.
- Unzip the files somewhere. Remember the location.
- Right-click on your start menu button and choose "Device Manager".
- Find the device called "Android".
- Right-click the device and choose "Update Driver".
- Choose "Browse My Computer for Drivers".
- Choose "Let Me Pick From a List of Available Drivers On My Computer".
- Click "Have Disk".
- Click "Browse".
- Navigate to the folder where you extracted the files.
- Choose "android_winusb.inf".
- Choose "Android Bootloader Interface".
- Click "Finish" to close the driver wizard once it has finished.
We need to use Fastboot to unlock the bootloader. On your PC:
- Download "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" attached to this post.
- Unzip the files somewhere. Remember the location.
- Open a command prompt pointing to the extracted files. (The fastest way to do this is to open the folder, then replace the file path with "cmd" end hit enter.)
- Enter this command to check that your phone is detected: fastboot.exe devices
- You should see your device represented by a long string of numbers and letters followed by "fastboot".
- If you don't see this, or it doesn't say "fastboot", double-check your USB cable or port, and make sure you installed the drivers as instructed previously.
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe flashing unlock
Your phone will now ask you to confirm unlocking of the bootloader. On the Neo 2T:
- REMINDER: THIS WILL WIPE ALL YOUR DATA!
- Read the text on the screen and follow the instructions to confirm the bootloader unlock.
Next we reboot the phone. On your PC:
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe reboot
- Your phone will now warn you during boot that the bootloader is unlocked.
- Unplug the Neo 2T from your PC.
Now we need to enter Fastboot again. On the Neo 2T:
- Allow the phone to fully boot to the initial setup wizard.
- Turn off the phone by holding down the power button until the power actions slider appears.
- Slide down to turn off the phone.
- While holding down Vol-, press and hold the power button.
- Release the power button when you feel the phone vibrate.
- Release the Vol- button when you have entered Fastboot mode. You should see a black screen with small white text.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
We will use Fastboot to get into recovery mode. On your PC:
- Open the folder where you extracted the "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" (Done previously during Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.)
- Open a command prompt pointing to the extracted files. (The fastest way to do this is to open the folder, then replace the file path with "cmd" end hit enter.)
- Enter this command to check that your phone is detected: fastboot.exe devices
- You should see your device represented by a long string of numbers and letters followed by "fastboot".
- If you don't see this, or it doesn't say "fastboot", double-check your USB cable or port, and make sure you installed the drivers as instructed previously.
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe reboot recovery
- Wait for phone to reboot into recovery
Finally, we will wipe the data partition to ensure a clean state for future steps. On the Neo 2T:
- Select your language.
- Select "Wipe data".
- Select "Format data".
- Enter the code displayed on the screen.
- Select "Format".
- Data will be wiped. Select "OK" when finished. Phone will reboot.
- Once the phone has booted, proceed through the first time setup until you reach the home screen.
- Setup WiFi or verify/configure a data connection which will be needed for the next steps.
- If still plugged into your PC, or upon the next connection, the phone will show a popup to allow USB debugging. Check "always allow from this computer" and select OK.
- We can now move on to rooting!
STEP 2: Root your phone.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
First we need to reboot the phone into fastboot. On the Neo 2T:
- Unplug the Neo 2T from your PC.
- Turn off the phone by holding down the power button until the power actions slider appears.
- Slide down to turn off the phone.
- While holding down Vol-, press and hold the power button.
- Release the power button when you feel the phone vibrate.
- Release the Vol- button when you have entered Fastboot mode. You should see a black screen with small white text.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
We need to use Fastboot to root the phone. On your PC:
- Open the folder where you extracted the "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" (Done previously during Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.)
- Open a command prompt pointing to the extracted files. (The fastest way to do this is to open the folder, then replace the file path with "cmd" end hit enter.)
- Enter this command to check that your phone is detected: fastboot.exe devices
- You should see your device represented by a long string of numbers and letters followed by "fastboot".
- If you don't see this, or it doesn't say "fastboot", double-check your USB cable or port, and make sure you installed the drivers as instructed previously.
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe flash boot magisk.img
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe flash vbmeta --disable-verity --disable-verification vbmeta.img
- Enter this command: fastboot.exe reboot
- Wait for phone to reboot.
Complete Magisk setup. On the Neo 2T:
- Open Magisk from your app drawer.
- Accept the request to install the full version of Magisk.
- Allow Magisk to install apps in the resulting popup.
- Open Magisk from your app drawer.
- Accept the request to reboot to complete installation.
- Once the phone has rebooted, the process is complete and we can move on to bypassing SafetyNet!
STEP 3: Bypass SafetyNet.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
First we grab the SafetyNet module for Magisk. On your PC:
- Download "safetynet-fix-v2.2.1.zip" attached to this post.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
Now, we need to allow file transfers. On the Neo 2T:
- Select "Transfer Files" on the "Use USB to" popup.
Time to send the .apk to the Neo 2T. On your PC:
- Copy the "safetynet-fix-v2.2.1.zip" file you downloaded to the "Download" folder on the internal storage of the Neo 2T.
We're ready to install the module. On the Neo 2T:
- Open the "Magisk" app.
- Open Settings.
- Turn on "Zygist (Beta)" and "Enforce DenyList".
- Exit settings.
- Go to the "Modules" tab.
- Select "Install From Storage".
- Find "safetynet-fix-v2.2.1.zip" and open it.
- Wait until installation of the module is complete.
- Click the "Reboot" button that appears to reboot the phone.
- Once the phone has rebooted, the process is complete and we can move on to installing Android Auto and Google apps as system apps!
STEP 4: Install Android Auto and and Google apps as system apps.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
First we grab the BusyBox-NDK and Terminal Systemizer modules for Magisk. On your PC:
- Download "busybox-v1.34.1.zip" attached to this post.
- Download "terminal_systemizer_v17.4.1.zip" attached to this post.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
Now, we need to allow file transfers. On the Neo 2T:
- Select "Transfer Files" on the "Use USB to" popup.
Time to send the .apks to the Neo 2T. On your PC:
- Copy the "busybox-v1.34.1.zip" file you downloaded to the "Download" folder on the internal storage of the Neo 2T.
- Copy the "terminal_systemizer_v17.4.1.zip" file you downloaded to the "Download" folder on the internal storage of the Neo 2T.
We're ready to install the BusyBox-NDK module. On the Neo 2T:
- Open the "Magisk" app.
- Go to the "Modules" tab.
- Select "Install From Storage".
- Find "busybox-v1.34.1.zip" and open it.
- Wait until installation of the module is complete.
- Click the back button.
We're ready to install the Terminal Systemizer module. On the Neo 2T:
- Go to the "Modules" tab.
- Select "Install From Storage".
- Find "terminal_systemizer_v17.4.1.zip" and open it.
- Wait until installation of the module is complete.
- Click the "Reboot" button to reboot the phone.
Time to get the Google Play Store app. On your PC:
- Download "Google_Play_Store_29.9.16-21.apk" attached to this post.
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC.
Now, we need to allow file transfers. On the Neo 2T:
- Select "Transfer Files" on the "Use USB to" popup.
Time to send the .apk to the Neo 2T. On your PC:
- Copy the "Google_Play_Store_29.9.16-21.apk" file you downloaded to the "Download" folder on the internal storage of the Neo 2T.
We're ready to install the Google Play Store. On the Neo 2T:
- Open the "Files" app.
- Choose the "APK" option.
- Find "Google_Play_Store_29.9.16-21.apk" and open it.
- Follow the instruction to install the app. You may need to allow installing from the "File Manager" app.
- Once install is finished, launch the app.
We need to install our apps before we can systemize them. On the Neo 2T:
- Open the Google Play Store and sign in.
- Update any apps that have updates available.
- Use the Google Play Store to install Android Auto, Google Assistant, and the Google app.
We need to use ADB to systemize Android Auto and Google Assistant. On your PC:
- Open the folder where you extracted the "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" (Done previously during Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.)
- Open a command prompt pointing to the extracted files. (The fastest way to do this is to open the folder, then replace the file path with "cmd" end hit enter.)
- Enter this command to check that your phone is detected: adb.exe devices
- You should see your device represented by a long string of numbers and letters followed by "device".
- If you don't see this, or it doesn't say "device", double-check your USB cable or port, and make sure you installed the drivers as instructed previously.
- Enter this command: adb shell
- Have your phone unlocked and at the ready, then enter this command: su
Allow root for ADB Shell. On the Neo 2T:
- Select "Forever" on the superuser request popup for Shell. Click "Grant".
Now we can systemize Android Auto and Google. On your PC:
- Enter this command: systemize
- Type 1 and hit enter to choose "Systemize Installed Apps (Listed)".
- You should see a numbered list of apps after a few seconds of loading. Find the numbers for "Android Auto" and "Google" and type them with a space in between. For example, if you see "1 - Android Auto" and "2 - Google", type 1 2 followed by enter.
- Type 2 and hit enter to choose "/system/priv-app" for the first app.
- Type 2 and hit enter to choose "/system/priv-app" for the second app.
Reboot the phone. On the Neo 2T:
- Hold down the power button until the power actions slider appears.
- Slide up to reboot the phone.
- Once rebooted, Android Auto will soon disappear from your app launcher now that is a system app. This is by design.
- Use the Google Play Store to install "Android Auto for Phone Screens".
- Open the "Android Auto for Phone Screens" app. Complete all setup steps.
- Open the "Android Assistant" app. Complete all setup steps.
- Open the "Google" app. Go to More > Settings > Google Assistant > Hey Google & Voice Match.
- Turn on "Hey Google". Complete all setup steps.
- In the Google Assistant settings in the Google app, you should now be able to turn on "Hey Google" voice activation.
- Hold down the power button until the power actions slider appears.
- Slide up to reboot the phone.
- Upon reboot, Android Auto should now work both on the phone and with Android Auto compatible vehicles head units.
- Hey Google should now work as long as the screen is on.
- Time for debloating!
STEP 5: Remove Realme bloatware.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
First we need to install an alternative input method, since we will be removing the stock keyboard. On the Neo 2T:
- Use the Google Play Store to install an input method of your choice, such as GBoard.
Now we can run the debloat script. On your PC:
- Plug the Neo 2T into your PC if it is not already.
- Open the folder where you extracted the "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" (Done previously during Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.)
- Double-click the RMX3357_A14_DEBLOAT_NO_ROOT.bat file to run the non-root debloat script.
- Press Enter to run the script.
- Close the window or press Enter to exit once finished.
We need to use ADB to remove a few system apps. On your PC:
- Open the folder where you extracted the "ADB_FASTBOOT.zip" (Done previously during Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.)
- Open a command prompt pointing to the extracted files. (The fastest way to do this is to open the folder, then replace the file path with "cmd" end hit enter.)
- Enter this command to check that your phone is detected: adb.exe devices
- You should see your device represented by a long string of numbers and letters followed by "device".
- If you don't see this, or it doesn't say "device", double-check your USB cable or port, and make sure you installed the drivers as instructed previously.
- Enter this command: adb shell
- Enter this command: su
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.android.email
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.coloros.safecenter
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.heytap.book
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.heytap.market
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.heytap.themestore
- Enter this command: pm uninstall --user 0 com.nearme.gamecenter
Reboot the phone. On the Neo 2T:
- Hold down the power button until the power actions slider appears.
- Slide up to reboot the phone.
- You're done! Enjoy your debloated phone!
UH OH: Unbricking and Factory Restore.
Spoiler: Click here for instructions.
Click here for the ROM, use SP tools to flash. Guide coming soon, for now use the guide here.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Realme GT Neo 2T Tips:
- If you find yourself needing to force your phone to power off for any reason, on the Neo 2T you must hold Vol+, Vol- and Power at the same time for around 10 seconds.
- The stock messaging app is com.android.mms, otherwise known as Mms.apk. It seemingly cannot be removed without breaking SMS/MMS.
- Removing Breeno will replace it with Google Feed when swiping left on the stock launcher fi the Google app is installed.
- There's a good chance the APN settings the phone chose are incorrect or nonexistent. Double-check them to make sure you have working data and MMS for your SIMs.
- Android Auto forces the phone to 60Hz and locks the settings, even once disconnected. Seems to be a common issue across a bunch of phones. Reboot to fix.
- If an app isn't showing notifications or is otherwise misbehaving:
>>> Make sure the app has been opened at least once since the phone was last powered on or rebooted.
>>> Check that notifications are enabled in Settings > Notifications & Status Bar > Manage Notifications > [Your App].
>>> If that doesn't help, try allowing background activity in Settings > Battery > App Battery Management > [Your App].
>>> Lastly, you can disable battery optimization for an app in Settings > Battery > More Battery Settings > Optimize Battery Use > [Your App].
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Spoiler: SOURCES
Guide by @mahotlov I shamelessly stole bits from: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/x7-max-and-gt-neo-flash-ubrick-instructions.4337339/
Magisk: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk
SafetyNet-Fix: https://github.com/kdrag0n/safetynet-fix
BusyBox NDK: https://github.com/Magisk-Modules-Repo/busybox-ndk
Terminal Systemizer: https://github.com/Magisk-Modules-Repo/terminal_systemizer
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Hi, thanks for topic!
Have any room stock global? Need with language Portuguese of Brazil, i'm using the app MoreLocale to change, but this is not automatic
J_Eudes said:
Hi, thanks for topic!
Have any room stock global? Need with language Portuguese of Brazil, i'm using the app MoreLocale to change, but this is not automatic
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Unfortunately there is no global ROM for the GT Neo 2T, I specifically asked Realme and they said they have no plans to release one.
Hi @MatinatorX, can you help to extract framework-res.apk and settings.apk? I would like to explore the possibility of decompiling those apk and adding languages. thank you!
dewidoj461 said:
Hi @MatinatorX, can you help to extract framework-res.apk and settings.apk? I would like to explore the possibility of decompiling those apk and adding languages. thank you!
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Sure, here you go.
Hey, Is there a notification solution? to come from everyone?
AngelXTR91 said:
Hey, Is there a notification solution? to come from everyone?
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Haven't had any issues with notifications myself. I'd check these:
- Make sure the app has been opened at least once since the phone was last powered on or rebooted.
- Check that notifications are enabled in Settings > Notifications & Status Bar > Manage Notifications > [Your App].
- If that doesn't help, try allowing background activity in Settings > Battery > App Battery Management > [Your App].
- Lastly, you can disable battery optimization for an app in Settings > Battery > More Battery Settings > Optimize Battery Use > [Your App].
Who faced such a (another) problem, let's say I have a working chat in a telegram, and today I read it through a smart watch while I was busy, but noticed that if there are more than 5+ unread notifications in the chat, then it stops even making a sound that something new has come, is there a way to treat this? and a similar story with viber as well. (translate.google)
AngelXTR91 said:
Who faced such a (another) problem, let's say I have a working chat in a telegram, and today I read it through a smart watch while I was busy, but noticed that if there are more than 5+ unread notifications in the chat, then it stops even making a sound that something new has come, is there a way to treat this? and a similar story with viber as well. (translate.google)
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Unfortunately I'm not sure why that might be happening. I don't have a smartwatch and I don't use Telegram or Viber. I can tell you that Slack and Wyze both keep giving me notifications well after 5 of them. Maybe someone else might know.
My Neo 2T just arrived and upon further inspection, seemed to be preinstalled with Indian firmware by the seller which has Google Play Services and the languages I needed. Posted a screenshot of build number in case it helps anyone.
If anyone knows how to backup my ROM file, I'm willing to try and share it for everyone.
Edit: Out of ideas. MTK Droid Tool reports "Unknown ROM structure, backup NOT possible!"
dewidoj461 said:
My Neo 2T just arrived and upon further inspection, seemed to be preinstalled with Indian firmware by the seller which has Google Play Services and the languages I needed. Posted a screenshot of build number in case it helps anyone.
If anyone knows how to backup my ROM file, I'm willing to try and share it for everyone.
Edit: Out of ideas. MTK Droid Tool reports "Unknown ROM structure, backup NOT possible!"
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As much as I'd love to find some sort of global ROM for this phone, that looks identical to my build number etc. when I first got the phone and probably the China ROM. Latest now is A14. When I asked, Realme was pretty adamant that this phone will never see a global ROM. They had also installed Google Play and a long list of languages for me before shipping, but these just bolt on to the stock China ROM.
I'm not sure how to tell 100% if it's actually the China ROM or not, but I'd give "Hey Google" a try, or Android Auto if you have an AA compatible vehicle. Would also be curious to know if your phone came with a bunch of bloatware apps and Breeno.
As for backing up, SP Tools is what worked for me. I recommend taking a proper backup ASAP just in case something goes wrong later. That said, I'm not sure how to anonymize the files it spits out (empty data partition, remove your IMEI etc) so it's safe to share.
I can confirm that "Hey Google" works, no chinese apps and breeno too. FYI, the bootloader was already unlocked when I got the phone. I noticed the Region defaulted to India so it's probably a custom firmware tailored to this phone. The box and manuals were chinese though.
As for the SP Flash Tool, how do I load the DA? This error appears after selecting the scatter file and clicking readback.
dewidoj461 said:
I can confirm that "Hey Google" works, no chinese apps and breeno too. FYI, the bootloader was already unlocked when I got the phone. I noticed the Region defaulted to India so it's probably a custom firmware tailored to this phone. The box and manuals were chinese though.
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Oh wow. A proper global ROM for this phone would be amazing. I'll see if I can figure out how to turn a backup into something flashable. In the meantime I think I'm going to email Realme again and see if their tune has changed.
Would it be possible to share where you bought the phone? I got mine from "realme Direct Store" on AliExpress.
I bought it from a reseller in shopee malaysia. I've asked the seller for the source to no avail, they just said it was the supplier who installed the rom.
I sent Realme an email directly, hopefully I get a more favorable answer this time. Will update if I hear anything. My AndroidFileHost account finally got upload perms so if I manage to get the ROM out of them it'll be easy to share.
Managed to take a proper backup after reading the guide by mahotlov linked in your thread. Just let me know which files you'd need anytime and I'd be willing to share.
Edit: Wifi and bluetooth no longer works after flashing your magisk.img & vbmeta.img. Restored my backup and it works again, interesting
I have a DM from someone else who also has an India A13 ROM shipped with their Neo 2T, so this is definitely a thing, but Realme responded to me yesterday and is still claiming it doesn't exist. They are having similar issues with the China ROM I uploaded breaking things. I seriously hope there aren't multiple hardware versions under the RMX3357 model number messing everything up.
As for your backup, I think it should be possible to just pick some of the files from your backup and use them to replace the matching .img file in the China ROM upload. This is assuming the partition structure and other things are the same and only the contents of the partitions are different (which it should be, but you never know). Only thing I'm not 100% sure on is which partitions would be safe to share and which ones might have personal info like IMEI or bits of your data partition.
dewidoj461 said:
Just let me know which files you'd need anytime and I'd be willing to share.
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Please check here scatter to backup phone on sp flash tool and give me link download ROM_0-55 except ROM_14,15,18,19,24(ram, nvdata, nvcfg, protect1, protect2) in folder SP Flash tool.
Andy_men2 said:
Please check here scatter to backup phone on sp flash tool and give me link download all ROM_0-55
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I would advise against this @dewidoj461. One of those ROMs has your IMEI info in it, and if you had been using the phone before your backup there is likely personal info somewhere too, especially if SIMs were installed. Maybe the intent here is not malicious but that user account is brand new and you would absolutely be giving sensitive information by supplying your full backup.
EDIT: I'm also suspicious about that RAR. The scatter file is only 54kb while that RAR is 2.1MB.
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I did this 4 days ago and only published this now as I wanted to make sure it was stable and be as close to stock (aka pure Google experience). Only problem I have now is "Now on Tap" doesn't seem to work. Advise from those in the know if appreciated. Credits to those in their respective links I've included here.
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How I installed Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) on my Nexus 4...
I used Windows 7 as the base platform as all the tools needed are easily found on this platform.
WARNING: You will lose all data in phone, backup as necessary. I will not be responsible for this HOWTO, do so at your own risk. Yes, it worked for me. Your mileage may vary...
A. Prior to building/installing the Marshmallow build, you will need the following.
A.1. Install ADB and FASTBOOT tools.
These are the tools used to install Marshmallow on your phone. You can either install the full Android SDK or get them from this XDA thread at URL http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
A.2. Install WinRAR.
You will need to use a tool called WinRAR to extract or replace certain files in an archive. You can download a copy from URL http://www.win-rar.com/
A.3. Download a Mako Google factory image of Lollipop at URL https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images?hl=en#occam
We are going to modify the factory image of a Lollipop build. To upgrade my Mako, I used the LMY48M build.
A.4. Download the WORKING IMAGE of Android M on Nexus 4
Get the image file from URL http://dmitry.gr/index.php?r=06.+Thoughts&proj=02.+Android+M+on+Nexus4
You will get an archive called "MakoM_bin_v2.zip" file. If there is a newer version, use that instead but I used this version when I installed on my Mako.
A.5. Download TWRP for Mako
Get the TeamWin Recovery Project (TWRP) v2.8.7.0 from URL https://dl.twrp.me/mako/twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img
A.6. Download the Google Apps (not provided in the AOSP builds).
Get the file "gapps-mm-fix.zip" from URL https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347833783
A.7. Download a patched kernel image that allows you to install SuperSU root.
Get the file "Fixed_Data_root.img" from URL https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347833767
A.8. Download a fix for Location services (GPS) not working.
Get the file "framework-res.apk" from URL http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63229334&postcount=434
A.9. Download the root manager utility.
Get the file "BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip" from URL http://download.chainfire.eu/743/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
B. Checklist
B.1. If you have downloaded everything, you should have a list of the following:
- minimal_adb_fastboot_v1.3.1_setup.exe
- wrar521.exe
- occam-lmy48m-factory-03ae06e5.tgz
- MakoM_bin_v2.zip
- twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img
- gapps-mm-fix.zip
- Fixed_Data_root.img
- framework-res.apk
- BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
C. Installation and building the installer
C.1. Install the "minimal_adb_fastboot_v1.3.1_setup.exe" and "wrar521.exe" installers, leave settings as default.
C.2. Extract the content of file "occam-lmy48m-factory-03ae06e5.tgz" using WinRAR, it'll create a folder called "occam-lmy48m". Rename "occam-lmy48m" to "mako-marshmallow".
C.3. Extract the content of file "MakoM_bin_v2.zip" and you should get the following files:
- system.img
- Choose either "n4_lte_modem.img" or "normal_modem.img" depending if you want LTE support or just 3G (UMTS) support and rename that file to "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img"
C.4. Rename the file "twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img" to "recovery.img", and "Fixed_Data_root.img" to "boot.img"
C.5. Replace the "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img" file inside the "mako-marshmallow" folder with our "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img" which we extracted from file "MakoM_bin_v2.zip"
C.6. Open the "image-occam-lmy48m.zip" file and replace the following files which we downloaded from the twrp.me or dimitry.gr site. They are:
- boot.img
- system.img
- recovery.img
C.7. Open a command shell:
Start -> Run -> cmd
From the command shell, go to the folder called "mako-marshmallow"
C.8. Make sure the Nexus 4 has at least 80% battery and restart the phone into bootloader mode (by switching off the phone, the pressing the on button and at the same time pressing the volume down button). To confirm you are in bootloader mode, type in the command:
fastboot devices
You should now see the output "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx fastboot" appear, where "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" is the serial number that appears on your Nexus 4 screen. They should be the same and you should only have one line appearing, disconnect any other device if they appear on the list.
C.9. Install the image you just build by running the script "flash-all.bat". A Series of statuses will appear on the screen. Do not disconnect the phone from the cable and let the script install everything. If done correctly, you will find the Nexus 4 rebooting. WARNING: This will erase all user data on your Nexus 4!
C.10. Once you see the Home screen of Marshmallow on your Nexus 4, go to Settings -> About Phone and tap the BUILD number seven (7) times. When you go back to the Settings screen, just above the "About Phone" is a new menu item called "Developer Options".
C.11. Go to Settings -> Developer Options and enable "USB debugging". To ensure debugging is on, go to the command shell and type:
adb devices
It sure display the list of devices with the same serial number and should have the word "device" next to the serial number. You will be prompted on the phone if you want to allow this connection.
C.12. Make sure the USB is connected in MTP mode (Transfer files mode). In windows file maanger (Press the Win-E keys), you will see a device called "Nexus 4". Open it and in the "Internal storage", go to the "Download" folder and copy the following files:
- gapps-mm-fix.zip
- framework-res.apk
- BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
Then, in a command shell, issues the command:
adb reboot bootloader
C.13. From the bootloader screen, press the volume down button until the option "Recovery" appears, then press the Power button once to boot into TWRP/Recovery.
C.14. In TWRP, select to install the file "gapps-mm-fix.zip" and "BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip" from the "Download" folder. Once completed, press the "Reboot" button that appears in TWRP.
C.15. When the phone restarts. Go to Settings -> Backup & reset and reset the whole phone. If you get a error message from the "Setup Wizard", press the Open-apps (ie. the square softkey on the screen) and you should see the "Settings" pane.
C.16. Once the phone restart from the master reset exercise. You will be prompted as if you just switched on a new phone. Fill in as necessary until you get to the Home screen.
C.17. We will need to replace a file to get Location Services (GPS) working. From you command shell:
adb root
adb remount
adb shell
cp /sdcard/Download/framework-res.apk /system/framework/
exit
adb reboot
C.18. I disabled the following apps (drag the app to the "App Info" button, and press the "Disable" button) for the following and replaced the with similar app from Google Play (name in brackets). This was done as the built in apps kept crashing every few minutes or didn't work as expected. The apps are:
- Browser (Chrome Browser)
- Clock (Clock)
- Camera (Google Camera)
- Calendar (Google Calendar)
- Contacts (Google Contacts)
- Music (Google Play Music)
- Gallery (Google Photos)
- Search (Google)
- EMail (GMail)
C.19. Restart phone and you're ready to experience a stable (close to Google stock) build of Marshmallow on your Mako (Nexus 4).
C.20. Fixing the "Google Now on Tap" not working problem (thanks to gamekid94).
Go to Settings -> Apps
- Tap on the "Gear" (icon on the top right) -> Default Apps -> Assist & voice input -> Assist app
- Select "None", then select "Google App".
Go to Settings -> Google -> Search & Now -> Voice
- Enable "Now on Tap"
C.21. Install and customize as you see fit.
While this can probably be useful to new users I don't think it belongs in the development subforum. A better place for it would probably be the general subforum.
OR... Or.. Or- You could just install a custom M ROM via flashing in TWRP. Much more easier lol.
Use Nexus Root Toolkit to backup everything, unlock bootloader, flash TWRP, and Root. Download Custom M ROM and Gapps, reboot to recovery, make a backup, wipe everything except internal storage, flash ROM. Done.
No need for extracting everything, ridiculous ADB commands, etc.
thanks, this is usefull to new users and detailed to avoid any doubt. will try
ajack2001my said:
I did this 4 days ago and only published this now as I wanted to make sure it was stable and be as close to stock (aka pure Google experience). Only problem I have now is "Now on Tap" doesn't seem to work.
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Here's how i managed to get Now on Tap to work :
1. Go to settings .
2. Open "Apps" from the settings menu.
3. Tap on the "Gear" icon on the top right.
4. Select "Default Apps" and open "Assist and voice input".
5. Here, tap on Assist app, set it to None and then Back to google app.
Also, make sure that Now on Tap is switched on in the settings menu of the Google App.
It now works thanks...
Thank you so much for the nice post.
I got stuck up at C12. I do see the Nexus 4 in the as one of the devices connected. However when I click on it, I don't see any folders under it called as "internal storage", also when I try to copy these files (as in C12) I get an error "Cannot copy item - The device has stopped responding or has been disconnected". I am stuck here, any direction here is well appreciated.
mahavirvemuri said:
Thank you so much for the nice post.
I got stuck up at C12. I do see the Nexus 4 in the as one of the devices connected. However when I click on it, I don't see any folders under it called as "internal storage", also when I try to copy these files (as in C12) I get an error "Cannot copy item - The device has stopped responding or has been disconnected". I am stuck here, any direction here is well appreciated.
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Connect using MTP mode...
ajack2001my said:
Connect using MTP mode...
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Thanks a ton, that resolved it
Milion Thanks..!!
Thanks a lot..
Title should be "how i installed marshmallow the most difficult way possible"
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk
I thought I'd post this in hope that people will appreciate how much effort needs to be put into it, yet simple enough to allow newbies to try building something. It's also a very light build without all the unnecessary apps which people end up uninstalling or disabling.
People here can always choose a ready build and ignore my post. I rather those with more experience help with problems in this build instead of condemning it.
If the senior members here feel this is unnecessary, I will delete this thread.
Yes, thank you for this tutorial, very much appreciated
question N4 with Marshmallow
Hi ajack2001my,
How is working N4 with the android M ? What is your experience about battery., stabilty .... afther two months ?
thanks
Pedro
ajack2001my said:
I did this 4 days ago and only published this now as I wanted to make sure it was stable and be as close to stock (aka pure Google experience). Only problem I have now is "Now on Tap" doesn't seem to work. Advise from those in the know if appreciated. Credits to those in their respective links I've included here.
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How I installed Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) on my Nexus 4...
I used Windows 7 as the base platform as all the tools needed are easily found on this platform.
WARNING: You will lose all data in phone, backup as necessary. I will not be responsible for this HOWTO, do so at your own risk. Yes, it worked for me. Your mileage may vary...
A. Prior to building/installing the Marshmallow build, you will need the following.
A.1. Install ADB and FASTBOOT tools.
These are the tools used to install Marshmallow on your phone. You can either install the full Android SDK or get them from this XDA thread at URL http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
A.2. Install WinRAR.
You will need to use a tool called WinRAR to extract or replace certain files in an archive. You can download a copy from URL http://www.win-rar.com/
A.3. Download a Mako Google factory image of Lollipop at URL https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images?hl=en#occam
We are going to modify the factory image of a Lollipop build. To upgrade my Mako, I used the LMY48M build.
A.4. Download the WORKING IMAGE of Android M on Nexus 4
Get the image file from URL http://dmitry.gr/index.php?r=06.+Thoughts&proj=02.+Android+M+on+Nexus4
You will get an archive called "MakoM_bin_v2.zip" file. If there is a newer version, use that instead but I used this version when I installed on my Mako.
A.5. Download TWRP for Mako
Get the TeamWin Recovery Project (TWRP) v2.8.7.0 from URL https://dl.twrp.me/mako/twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img
A.6. Download the Google Apps (not provided in the AOSP builds).
Get the file "gapps-mm-fix.zip" from URL https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347833783
A.7. Download a patched kernel image that allows you to install SuperSU root.
Get the file "Fixed_Data_root.img" from URL https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347833767
A.8. Download a fix for Location services (GPS) not working.
Get the file "framework-res.apk" from URL http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63229334&postcount=434
A.9. Download the root manager utility.
Get the file "BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip" from URL http://download.chainfire.eu/743/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
B. Checklist
B.1. If you have downloaded everything, you should have a list of the following:
- minimal_adb_fastboot_v1.3.1_setup.exe
- wrar521.exe
- occam-lmy48m-factory-03ae06e5.tgz
- MakoM_bin_v2.zip
- twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img
- gapps-mm-fix.zip
- Fixed_Data_root.img
- framework-res.apk
- BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
C. Installation and building the installer
C.1. Install the "minimal_adb_fastboot_v1.3.1_setup.exe" and "wrar521.exe" installers, leave settings as default.
C.2. Extract the content of file "occam-lmy48m-factory-03ae06e5.tgz" using WinRAR, it'll create a folder called "occam-lmy48m". Rename "occam-lmy48m" to "mako-marshmallow".
C.3. Extract the content of file "MakoM_bin_v2.zip" and you should get the following files:
- system.img
- Choose either "n4_lte_modem.img" or "normal_modem.img" depending if you want LTE support or just 3G (UMTS) support and rename that file to "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img"
C.4. Rename the file "twrp-2.8.7.0-mako.img" to "recovery.img", and "Fixed_Data_root.img" to "boot.img"
C.5. Replace the "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img" file inside the "mako-marshmallow" folder with our "radio-mako-m9615a-cefwmazm-2.0.1701.07.img" which we extracted from file "MakoM_bin_v2.zip"
C.6. Open the "image-occam-lmy48m.zip" file and replace the following files which we downloaded from the twrp.me or dimitry.gr site. They are:
- boot.img
- system.img
- recovery.img
C.7. Open a command shell:
Start -> Run -> cmd
From the command shell, go to the folder called "mako-marshmallow"
C.8. Make sure the Nexus 4 has at least 80% battery and restart the phone into bootloader mode (by switching off the phone, the pressing the on button and at the same time pressing the volume down button). To confirm you are in bootloader mode, type in the command:
fastboot devices
You should now see the output "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx fastboot" appear, where "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" is the serial number that appears on your Nexus 4 screen. They should be the same and you should only have one line appearing, disconnect any other device if they appear on the list.
C.9. Install the image you just build by running the script "flash-all.bat". A Series of statuses will appear on the screen. Do not disconnect the phone from the cable and let the script install everything. If done correctly, you will find the Nexus 4 rebooting. WARNING: This will erase all user data on your Nexus 4!
C.10. Once you see the Home screen of Marshmallow on your Nexus 4, go to Settings -> About Phone and tap the BUILD number seven (7) times. When you go back to the Settings screen, just above the "About Phone" is a new menu item called "Developer Options".
C.11. Go to Settings -> Developer Options and enable "USB debugging". To ensure debugging is on, go to the command shell and type:
adb devices
It sure display the list of devices with the same serial number and should have the word "device" next to the serial number. You will be prompted on the phone if you want to allow this connection.
C.12. Make sure the USB is connected in MTP mode (Transfer files mode). In windows file maanger (Press the Win-E keys), you will see a device called "Nexus 4". Open it and in the "Internal storage", go to the "Download" folder and copy the following files:
- gapps-mm-fix.zip
- framework-res.apk
- BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip
Then, in a command shell, issues the command:
adb reboot bootloader
C.13. From the bootloader screen, press the volume down button until the option "Recovery" appears, then press the Power button once to boot into TWRP/Recovery.
C.14. In TWRP, select to install the file "gapps-mm-fix.zip" and "BETA-SuperSU-v2.52.zip" from the "Download" folder. Once completed, press the "Reboot" button that appears in TWRP.
C.15. When the phone restarts. Go to Settings -> Backup & reset and reset the whole phone. If you get a error message from the "Setup Wizard", press the Open-apps (ie. the square softkey on the screen) and you should see the "Settings" pane.
C.16. Once the phone restart from the master reset exercise. You will be prompted as if you just switched on a new phone. Fill in as necessary until you get to the Home screen.
C.17. We will need to replace a file to get Location Services (GPS) working. From you command shell:
adb root
adb remount
adb shell
cp /sdcard/Download/framework-res.apk /system/framework/
exit
adb reboot
C.18. I disabled the following apps (drag the app to the "App Info" button, and press the "Disable" button) for the following and replaced the with similar app from Google Play (name in brackets). This was done as the built in apps kept crashing every few minutes or didn't work as expected. The apps are:
- Browser (Chrome Browser)
- Clock (Clock)
- Camera (Google Camera)
- Calendar (Google Calendar)
- Contacts (Google Contacts)
- Music (Google Play Music)
- Gallery (Google Photos)
- Search (Google)
- EMail (GMail)
C.19. Restart phone and you're ready to experience a stable (close to Google stock) build of Marshmallow on your Mako (Nexus 4).
C.20. Fixing the "Google Now on Tap" not working problem (thanks to gamekid94).
Go to Settings -> Apps
- Tap on the "Gear" (icon on the top right) -> Default Apps -> Assist & voice input -> Assist app
- Select "None", then select "Google App".
Go to Settings -> Google -> Search & Now -> Voice
- Enable "Now on Tap"
C.21. Install and customize as you see fit.
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thanks man
ladysuin said:
thanks man
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Really?? You quoted the original post for this??
WARNING : THIS METHOD IS JUST FOR ZENFONE 4 T00I WITH Build Number 6.6.3.
If you have no idea how to know what build number your device are running, go to Setting > About Phone > Software Information.
The Build number must be contain with these : WW_ZenFone-V6.6.3
This method for people who get error command (or Robot with Red Sign) after flashing update with Root file via Droidboot/Fastboot. Now i will show you how to fix that with flashing custom recovery temporarily before flashing the root file. But first thing, you have to download these file :
- Intel USB Driver for Android Devices (Google it)
- Platform-Tool (or ADB Tools if you will), TWRP and Root File : drive[dot]google[dot]com/drive/folders/0B-TAWFRNxvPcZm55NVJ5RjYwdVk (change the [dot] with "." without quote, i'm still new here as silent reader btw )
- Asus Unlock Bootloader (same google drive link, after download it copy to your sdcard or internal storage)
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Before you follow the instruction, you have to unlock your bootloader (if you new here and don't know what i mean). If you have unlock the bootloader then skip this !!
***Unlocking Bootloader***
Downlaod "Unlock_Tool_A400_v8.1.apk" and copy it to your sdcard or internal storage.
On your device, go to File Manager and install the app. If you get a warning message then :
Click on Option at the message > Scroll a little bit until you found "Unknown sources". Tick that box and go repeat step #2
Open the app, pretending you have read the User Agreement by quick scroll to the very bottom, check the box and click Ok
Quick scroll again, tick the box Accept and click "Press to unlock your devices"
If you get a warning message just click Ok, and your device should be restart automaticly after you finish reading this step.
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That's it, now your devices Bootloader is unlock, now continue to the next instruction.
Follow this (NEWBIE FRIENDLY)
1. Install Intel USB Driver.
2. Enable Developer Option
Go to Setting > About Phone > Software Information. Tap the build number 7x or more until the text pop up "You are now a developer".
3. Go back to Setting > Developer Options. Scroll down a little bit until you find "Enable USB Debugging" check the box.
4. Extract the platform-tools somewhere (e.g. Desktop), then copy twrp_recovery-V3.img and Root file into the platform-tools folder. DO NOT EXTRACT THE ROOT FILE
5. Now plug in your device to your PC
6. Go to the platform-tools folder, now do this : Hold [SHIFT] + Right Click, choose and click "open command window here".
7. Check if the devices is connected by entering this command : adb devices
If it says "xxxxxxxxxxx unauthorized" then go look to your screen, check the boxes and grant / accept.
8. Do step 7 again, if command prompt now shows "xxxxxxxxxxx devices" now continue to the next step.
9. Enter this command first : adb reboot bootloader. Now your device should restart automaticly to the Droidboot mode.
10. After your device screen shows a Droidboot mode, enter this command prompt :
fastboot devices
fastboot flash recovery twrp_recovery-V3.img
fastboot flash update root_zenfone4_v2.zip
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11. Your phone should be restart after entering the final command, and then your device will go to the TWRP recovery mode and installing the root file.
FINISH !! Your phone now is rooted. Check your menu for "SuperSu" app installed after doing this method, if it want to update just click ok and click normal. Sorry for bad explaination or my english is a little bit crap.
Hello everyone,
Some Italian guys asked me for this guide because they did not find anything complete and detailed. Thanks to the XDA members' publications I could put together the pieces and write it down. I apologize for my English but I'm not very good, especially for technical terms. I hope I can help someone.
BACK TO ANDROID WEAR 1.5 FROM 2.0(COMPLETE GUIDE)
1. Download the software ADB installer 1.4.3 from this link compatible with Windows 10: http://uploadboy.com/tsp1bpbe9gtj/1082/zip
From here you can download an older version 1.3 for Windows 7: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
2. Open the .exe file already downloaded with administrator privileges and follow the installation procedure to install the drivers
3. Download the three image files of the build "M1D65H" (boot, recovery, system) that you find here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/g-watch-r/development/fastboot-zip-factory-images-t3405311
4. Insert the files into the folder that created the ADB Installer that is normally the path "c:\adb"
5. Download tool "WinDroid Toolkit" from here (some antivirus swapping it for threat and eliminating it, in this case turn it off momentarily) :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=17244
6. Start with administrator privileges "WinDroid Toolkit"
7. Follow the instructions for installing the drivers required by the tool and select the model of the clock
8. Activate developer options on the clock: (Settings> System) by clicking "build number" repeatedly until unlocking the menu that will be among the main options
9. In the developer options menu, activate the "debug ADB"
10. Turn off the clock
11. With the clock off, hold down the physical key and in the meantime repeatedly tap your finger on the screen from minute 55 to 25 until the watch has entered the mode fastboot
12. Connect the clock to PC usb port via cable and charging base
13. Now "WinDroid Tool" should recognize the clock and below you will see that the "Offline" script becomes "Fatboot"
14. Click on "Unlock Bootloader" and proceed by accepting the various message from the tool
15. A confirmation message appears on the clock display, click on the right arrow and then on the central button to continue
Now the bootloader of the clock is unlocked and we can continue to install the three previously downloaded files. Close "Windroid Tool"
16. In the "adb" folder at the "c:\adb" path, click on a drop-down menu at any point in the chain and right-click and shift at the same time. Click on "Open command window here"
17. In the newly opened window, give the following commands one at a time and wait for each one to complete the operation:
1) fastboot -w
2) fastboot flash boot M1D65H_boot.img
3) fastboot flash recovery M1D65H_recovery.img
4) fastboot flash system M1D65H_system.img
Finally, to restart the clock, use the following command:
5) fastboot reboot
N.B. Before pairing the watch on the cellphone again remove the link, inside the Android wear app, clock and uninstall and reinstall the app.
Finished!
ELIMINATE THE PERSISTENT UPDATE NOTIFICATION
1. Download the .zip file containing the custom recovery and root to this address:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/qllnc7...+R+Utility.zip
2. Unzip the .zip file and insert the "twrp-3.0.0-0-lenok+squashfs.img" file into the "c:\adb" folder
3. In the Clock Developer Options menu, activate the "Debug ADB" (to enable them to follow the procedure above)
4. Connect the clock to the pc via the cable and charging base
5. Open "WinDroid Tool", go to the "Commands" tab and click on "push file". Select the file "SR1-SuperSU-v2.78-SR1-20160915123031.zip", wait for the procedure to complete and disconnect the clock from the PC.
6. Turn off the clock
7. With the clock off, hold down the physical key and in the meantime crawl your finger repeatedly on the screen from minute 55 to minute 25 until the clock has entered fastboot mode
8. Connect the clock to the pc
9. In the "adb" folder at the "c: \ adb" path, click on a drop-down menu at any point in the chain and right-click and shift at the same time. Click on "Open command window here"
10. In the window just open, give the following command and wait for the completion:
-) fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.0.0-0-lenok+squashfs.img
11. From the clock using the arrows and the confirmation button down to start the "recovery mode"
12. Accept the warning message and after selecting the language click on "install" and select, with the touchscreen, the .zip file "SR1-SuperSU-v2.78-SR1-20160915123031.zip", wait for the procedure to complete.
13. Restart the system and wait for the clock to turn on.
14. In the previously opened command window, give the following commands one at a time and wait for them to complete and complete:
1) adb shell
2) su
3) pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateService
4) pm disable com.google.android.gsf/.update.SystemUpdateService
Finished!
Many thanks riccardo423
I have managed to rollback my lg g watch r to android wear 1.5 AND suppress those pesky update notifications using your guide. I noticed your mediafire link to the custom recovery file is broken. There is an alternative download at http://www.mediafire.com/file/qllnc77jtdqxtdl/Lg+Watch+R+Utility.zip (posted by Dettofatto in a previous xda thread) which also contains the two additional required files.
Luigino1
Hello, thanks for inserting a working link. I've modified the text of the guide by entering your link. I'm glad to have helped you.
Riccardo423
For step 3 if I click the link it says the post does not exist. Anyway here's where I found the images if anyone needs it: https://forum.xda-developers.com/g-watch-r/development/fastboot-zip-factory-images-t3405311
BTW: Thank you for the complete guide, step by step, i was able to go back to 1.5 and disable the persistent notification thank you very much!
Hi, thank you for inserting the working link. I'm glad to have helped you. Riccardo423
After downgrade from 2.0 to 1.5, I don't received Facebook messenger notifications on watch. Other notifications work fine (Gmail, sms etc). Anyone know what's going on?
Hi I have never had this problem I think I can depend on your Facebook app. Which version of Facebook and which cell phone?
Latest version of Facebook app from Google store. Phone - Samsung Galaxy S6 with Latest Marshmallow updates
szczurx said:
Latest version of Facebook app from Google store. Phone - Samsung Galaxy S6 with Latest Marshmallow updates
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You've already tried uninstalling and reinstalling the app?
The app wear permissions are unlocked for notifications?
Android wear app reinstalled twice. Even made watch factory reset. On Phone in settings/apps, Android Wear app have permissions for everything possible
Thanks for this Riccardo ( or grazie, from a fellow italian )!
Can't believe I managed to do the entire procedure without making a mess of it, lol. Everything appears to be working again, I'm so happy! Really hated AW 2.0. Hope the notification does not come back, I'll keep an eye out for it in the coming days.
hello, can anyone answer me why these commands dont work
pm disable com.google.android.gsf/.update.SystemUpdateService
and why superSu crashes on watch
Thank you Riccardo423 for great manual, it works great for my watch. No AW2 anymore!
riccardo423 said:
3. Download the three image files of the build "M1D65H" (boot, recovery, system) that you find here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/g-watch-r/development/fastboot-zip-factory-images-t3405311
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Noob question: why the "M1D65H" versión? Is the last with AW 1.5? The NXG47C version is for 2.0?
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Noob question: why the "M1D65H" versión? Is the last with AW 1.5? The NXG47C version is for 2.0?
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Yes, it's the last AW1.5 version. However, perhaps it was due to something I didn't made correctly during the downgrade but this M1D65H version had not a good battery performance on my watch (battery was drained in less than 40 hours).
It's why I have used the M1D64Y version which is perfect in terme of battery performance (>48 hours) and applications responsiveness.
pidobeuliou said:
Yes, it's the last AW1.5 version. However, perhaps it was due to something I didn't made correctly during the downgrade but this M1D65H version had not a good battery performance on my watch (battery was drained in less than 40 hours).
It's why I have used the M1D64Y version which is perfect in terme of battery performance (>48 hours) and applications responsiveness.
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Really? ... hmmm i see.... mine has always lasted less than 40 hrs... did you install any mod for the watch? core enablers or smth?
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Really? ... hmmm i see.... mine has always lasted less than 40 hrs... did you install any mod for the watch? core enablers or smth?
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Nothing specific, just installed the basic factory image + root . I have installed about 16 apps (including Watchmaker with a quite "sophisticated" watchface, wear messenger, WearMail, Wear Battery stats, Feel the Wear, Runtastic, ...) but mainly I have deactivated Google Fit which is a true battery killer app on both the Smartwatch and the Smartphone!.
mediafire link is dead (twrp) - please, reupload it!
Thanks so much for this, it worked perfectly! So great to have my watch back!
Hi, I have problem connecting in ADB mode to PC - when I plug in craddle nothing is happening Win10 not even play a sound, not trying to find drivers etc. Is it connected with new version NXG47C/LENOKZ22b ??
In fastboot mode there is green "secure boot" enabled, lock state - locked and bootloader in Z22b version. Is it possible to connect ADB in this case? Im stucked witn AW2 and there is nothing I can do for now Please help.
Welcome to my first thread!
Many of you are wondering how to get the One UI Beta for the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S9 (SM-G960U).
I will try my best to answer on how to get the One UI Beta for the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S9 (SM-G960U).
Remember, this is a Qualcomm variant of the Samsung Galaxy S9.
Your phone will not be bricked in any sort of way unless you are on a different device. This has been tested on a Verizon Samsung Galaxy S9 Qualcomm variant and it should work on those devices respectively.
This guide is for Windows-based OSes!
The steps will be listed down below:
1. Download the latest unlocked firmware from Updato.
- Link: https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=8AC04973FA8A11E89F15FA163EE8F90B
2. Download the latest patched ODIN.
- Link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4446947&d=1521037501
3. Download the latest Samsung USB drivers.
- Link: https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
4. Download the latest Platform Tools.
- Link: https://dl.google.com/android/repository/platform-tools-latest-windows.zip
5. Unzip all the files into different folders.
6. Install the Samsung USB drivers onto your computer.
7. Restart your computer.
8. Turn on your phone.
9. Go to "About phone" > "Build number" and tap on it until the toast message says, "Developer mode has been turned on".
10. Go back.
11. Press on "Developer options".
12. Look for "USB debugging" and toggle it on.
13. Go back to your computer.
14. Go to your Platform Tools folder you have unzipped from step 5.
15. While you are in it and you can see some .exe files such as adb.exe, press Shift + Right mouse click.
16. You will be able to see "Open PowerShell window here".
17. Press on that.
18. PowerShell will open up.
19. Type in PowerShell, "cmd".
20. Plug in your phone to your computer.
21. Type in that PowerShell window, which now has cmd, "adb devices".
22. Unlock your phone.
23. You will see that your phone asks you, "Allow USB debugging?"
24. Press "OK"
25. Type in that PowerShell window, "adb reboot bootloader"
26. Your phone will go to Download mode now.
27. Go locate the ODIN .exe file.
28. Open it up
29. Locate the BL file for the file that starts with "BL_..."
30. Locate the AP file for the file that starts with "AP_..."
31. Locate the CP file for the file that starts with "CP_..."
32. Locate the CSC file for the file that starts with "HOME_CSC_..."
33. Press "Start" after all that is done (Make sure that in the "Log" section, it says something like "Added!").
34. Take a short coffee break.
35. You should be back on your phone with no information lost.
36. Back up all your information to the Cloud if you want or your SD card.
37. Perform a reset on the device by going to "General management" > "Reset" > "Factory data reset".
38. After the reset, you should set up all your settings, etc.
39. Download the Samsung+ application from Google Play Store (Try to join the Beta program if possible, you just have to scroll down on the application information).
40. Open up Samsung+
41. Sign in with your Samsung account.
42. Grant all permissions.
43. You should see the "Join One UI Beta program" banner or something like that.
44. Wait some time after registering and you should get the update.
45. Manually check for updates in Settings.
46. You're done!
Note:
It took me more than 2 weeks for me to get the update. You should be on the unlocked firmware for your Verizon Samsung Galaxy S9 Qualcomm variant. The reason why it takes so long is because the program is first-come-first-serve and they usually release the updates in batches...
These are the explanations for some of the steps:
1. You will need to download the latest unlocked firmware (SM-G960U1 XAA) because none of the other firmwares will work, as far as I know.
2. You will need to download the latest patched ODIN because none of the older ODIN applications will work with the Samsung Galaxy S9. I really don't know what the differences are, but it just works (I'm still a newb).
3. You will need to download the latest Samsung USB drivers because that's how your computer reads your phone. Without this, it will be harder for your computer to read the device and use adb. Also, without the Samsung USB drivers, you will not be able to see your device added in ODIN.
4. You will need to download the latest Platform Tools because you need to be able to use adb in order to boot your device from the actual Android OS to your bootloader.
Hope you liked this tutorial! If you are still confused on steps, I can definitely help you! If it's a question a lot of people are asking, I can always update the thread with the most asked question.
Good luck!
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So, i've been tinkering a bit for days over my Wiko UFeel Prime (i had even heard this one is the "clone" of the YU Yureka Black and/or viceversa around) and found a ton of problems at first due to the manufacturer (Tinno) putting a ton of "walls" to make modding impossible, like:
Removing various Fastboot commands (oem unlock, oem unlock-tinno, reboot edl, general bootloader info, refuses reboots to recovery, bootloader and system, etc.);
Making updates/downgrades impossible, just in case last time you've touched the device and upgraded to the latest firmware from Wiko (fun fact: the update app pings a site called https://frogs.wiko-ota.com, but sadly it has never been archived before and nowadays shows chinese text saying how the content doesn't exist) and you're completely stuck with the shady apps and trackers Tinno put on their P7 board;
You couldn't use stuff like adb push or upgrade from recovery because they force you to use their proprietary tool on Windows to do such (they bundle all of their firmware updates into an huge .exe file, despite being inside a .zip file);
And more...
Despite everything, i found one crack into the phone to take advantage of: you can reboot on EDL mode via adb
And that's where my guide begins!
Requirements:In order to convert your Wiko to a Yureka Black, you must need...
Your Wiko UFeel Prime (whatever firmware, either it is M or N);
Another Android phone (must have: Magisk root, OTG Cable support);
An OTG adapter;
A charging cable (must be able to transfer data);
Preparing your rooted Android device:Moving on, your device must have the following apps installed
ADB & Fastboot Tools;
Fox's Magisk Module Manager;
Terminal Emulator;
After got the latter, do the following steps afterwards
Open the Fox MMM app;
Tap the search button (placed on the bottom right corner of the screen);
Type "QDL" or "Qualcomm" into the bar;
You should find a tool called QDL For Android NDK;
Tap on "Install";
Tap on "Install Module";
Wait for the module to install;
Reboot your device;
After reboot, open the ADB & Fastboot tools app;
Allow root perms;
As a last step (for now), you must hop over the YU Yureka Black QFIL files page and download the zip file under the Stock M File hyperlink- after doing that, extract the .zip file wherever you want (with your fav file explorer of choice) (for simplicity's sake: extract the zip out of the Download folder. After extraction, rename the "YU5040" etc. etc. folder as simply "yu"- the purpose of it will come in handy further on the guide).
As of now, leave your secondary phone as is and move to the Wiko phone.
Preparing your Wiko UFeel Prime:If you had setup your secondary phone successfully: preparing your Wiko phone will be 10 times easier than the latter.
Just follow thru the following steps:
Go to Settings;
Tap on the "About" section of your device;
Tap a ton of times on the Build number, until the following will tell you you had unlocked Developer Settings;
Go back;
Tap on Developer Settings;
Scroll until you find USB Debug and enable it;
As a last thing, if you prefer, jump straight to the home menu (on your Wiko), then lay the phone together with the other device on a safe spot where nobody could interfere on the work.
The next title will introduce you to the "delicate" part of the guide: but also the moment where your Wiko will finally get converted as a YU Yureka Black and allow modding!
Converting your Wiko:Now, follow carefully the steps i'm about to give
On your secondary device
Open the ADB & Fastboot tools app;
Connect on the device's slot the OTG cable;
On your Wiko
Connect the charging cable to it's slot;
Connect the cable's end (the USB part) to the OTG slot attached to the other device;
Tap on "Allow" if it asks you about USB debug (or generally allowing a pc to get access to the device);
On your secondary device
Tap on the "Refresh" button (placed on the top right part of the app's UI);
Scroll on the bottom of the screen;
Type reboot edl on the writing camp;
Tap "Execute" (which is next to the zone where you wrote the command);
If you came this far and your Wiko effectively turned off plus the notification LED started blinking RED: this means your Wiko successfully booted into EDL mode!
Now, let's move on the focus to your secondary device.
On your secondary device
Quit the ADB & Fastboot tools app;
Open the Terminal Emulator app;
Write the following commands:
Code:
cd /sdcard
cd yu
su
After typed these commands on the terminal, copy and paste this string of code on your terminal:
Code:
qdl --debug --storage emmc --include /sdcard/yu /sdcard/yu/prog_emmc_firehose_8937_ddr.mbn /sdcard/yu/rawprogram_unsparse_upgrade.xml /sdcard/yu/rawprogram_unsparse.xml /sdcard/yu/patch0.xml
Once done, tap send on your keyboard and let the program do it's magic.
The wait should vary depending on your secondary device's specs (approximates 1h at max) and the speed on writing the .mbn, .img, and .tz files inside the folder over the Wiko's board- also, pro-tip, be sure to check often on your secondary device (by tapping it's screen often).
The reason?
it will avoid the device to go into sleep mode (especially if you set the backlight to a short period of time) and once unlocked it restarts the whole flashing all over again, extending the flashing wait the double.
If an accident happens (like it happened in my case) you must resort on disassembling your device's back and short the pins with some tweezers to enter back EDL mode manually, and also repeating the flashing process by pasting again the code string on the terminal.
If you don't know how to disassemble your Wiko: check here.
Also, if you don't know which pins you should press to enter EDL mode: check here aswell.
After the long wait, you should see the following behaviors:
Your secondary device will flag a disconnection on the QDL program (via terminal);
Your Wiko phone will vibrate and start booting up, showing the YUREKA BLACK text as the splash screen;
Now you can finally unlock your bootloader (note: you must type unlock-go to do the latter) and flash your device however you like!Thanks for following my guide!---------------------
Credits:
- The Yu Yureka Black modding community;
- Sosavo;
- You, for following my guide!