Nubia Z11 (NX531J) [ROOT + TWRP + Busybox + Viper4Android + GAAPS + Xposed Mod] - Nubia Z11 Guides, News, & Discussion

Hi Guys!,
I just got my Nubia Z11 6GB +128GB Model and managed to get TWRP, Root, Viper4Android Gapps +Busybox on it
i bricked it once while figuring this out so thought id save anyone else who has this phone the trouble! (this should work with 4GB + 64GB model also)
all this info is from the Nubia forum which is in Chinese, with the help of some mates we were able to create an account on their and save the files, it was not easy as to create an account you need a Chinese mobile number for verification purposes so don't bother trying to create an account,
all credit goes to the following forum and creators. - http://bbs.nubia.cn/thread-690478-1-1.html
i will monitor it for any updates/custom roms/kernels/mods and provide them here as there is no English support for our device!
How To Install TWRP
Step 1. connect phone to your pc and choose "charging only" and install the drivers that the phone comes with on your PC
Step 2. download this package " https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_5JyLpmnOLKYjVhbTV2Y1B6WUU/view?usp=sharing " thats a mirror from my google drive a 2nd link is available here http://www.androidbrick.com/download/z11-nx531j-twrp-3-0-2-0-zip-root/
Step 3. on the phone type in *#7678# in the keypad and enable both options,
Step 4.run the EXE program in that zip and select option 1 (this will install qualcomm drivers)
Step 5. select option 2 and let it do its thing (this installs TWRP and your phone will then boot into TWRP)
TO ROOT CONTINUE ON -DO NOT USE ONE CLICK ROOT OR FLASH SUPERSU OR YOU WILL BRICK YOUR PHONE
Step 6. reboot your phone and boot into TWRP
Step 7. select advance then there is an option called stalence tools, select that and you can root/unroot the phone through there
How To Install Gapps
Step 1. Dont bother flashing normal gapps available or manually pushing google services + play store to /system or priv-app as this will not work... trust me i spent days trying to get this to work...
Step 2. Download this file and store on phone - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYWWN2VU1iQkNpVXM
Step 3. Navigate to Settings > System Update > Select 3 dots in top right corner then select 'local update > select the file then install.. it should boot to TWRP and flash the file.
Step 4. it WILL Force close so keep pressing close (its annoying i know) then go to settings > apps >all > find the following apps and once selected scroll to the bottom and give the apps all available permissions:
Google Account Manager
Google Backup Transport
GoogleServicesFramework
Google Play Store
Google play services
then restart device and you should have the ability to add a google account and download apps from the play store,
to sync contacts + calendars from your google account download and install these 2 apps normally and restart your device.
GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYZXc2U2dlcHo4Z0k
GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYYWdoX3M1WW16NVk
NOTE: Ensure you go to both these in settings>apps and enable all permissions for them to work
How To Install Busybox
Flash this file in TWRP
Busybox_1.24.2_signed.zip - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2aWSw0KM8RYYlU5X0t6Z0swLVU/view?usp=sharing
How To Install Viper4Android
Download these files: -
ViPER4Android_2.4.0.1. - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYazZFWmdLZWRzRjQ
Step 1. Flash selinux2permissive_signed.zip in TWRP
Step 2. install the viper app provided
How To Install Xposed
Download these files -
xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64-nubiaUI-edition-by-SolarWarez-20160609 - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYNU9vdEJVVjRBSEU
Step 1. Install Xposed_3.0 alpha4_dvdandroid.apk
Step 2. Flash xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64-nubiaUI-edition-by-SolarWarez-20160609.zip in TWRP and enjoy!
- It may take a while to boot so dont stress
Use the below mod to tweak the system
XNubiaUI Mod v1.0.3
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_5JyLpmnOLKMGF5UkdPSUk1Sms/view?usp=drivesdk
NUBIA RECOVERY TOOL
so my understanding is this tool is for restoring stock firmware on devices, unfortunately the Z11 is not on the list so it will not automatically download it for you so you will need to manually obtain the stock firmware and can either then flash through this tool or just flash it in stock recovery on the device
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2...EZBNGF3U1VIQWs - Nubia Recovery Tool
STOCK ROMS
These are flashable via recovery tool above or in settings > system update > local update. OR via stock recovery OR TWRP
NOTE: PLEASE UNROOT BEFORE UPDATING,
These are also FULL STOCK ROMS, so you can wipe system + data and reflash any of these to go back to clean stock
There are sourced directly from nubia website and are unmodified in anyway by myself
Latest rom -V1.53 (changelog available below use google translate if unable to read chinese)
ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/29 - direct link
V1.48
Download Link
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_5JyLpmnOLKMzQ5SzI5X2h3aUU
Changelog
Note: Black Gold Edition version and C Lo can not brush this version
[Update] Recommended
New pocket model, to solve the problem of inadvertently
New ACL functions, improve call quality
New security features base station, information to prevent fraud
【system】
New: Pocket mode
Optimization: system performance and power consumption
Optimization: touch screen parameters to enhance the touch screen experience
Repair: Some Bluetooth adapter problem
Fix: Some scenes gravity sensor failure problem
【communication】
New: ACL function, reduce signal interference and increase the reliability of the call
Repair: Some mobile user scenarios probability not receive calls and off network problems
【SMS】
New: the base station security features to prevent fraud information
FIX: Problems probabilistic duplicate messages sent
【camera】
Optimization: Night photo effects
Optimization: Xinggui photo effects
Optimization: Video stabilization effect
[Gallery]
FIX: Panorama View Issue
FIX: Image cropped to reset the question of error
【video】
Optimization: horizontal and vertical screen switching determination method
【fingerprint】
Optimization: fingerprint effect
【music】
Fix: Music file name garbled, incomplete songs scanning problems
[Audio]
Optimization: adjust audio parameters to optimize Dolby sound
[Alarm]
FIX: shutdown alarm clock failure problem
【third-party usage】
Optimization: Third-party software compatibility
This update contains optimization is not limited to the items listed above
Upgrade Reminder:
1, in order to prevent accidental loss of data, it is recommended to back up important data before upgrading your phone!
2, before upgrading the phone's root privileges confirmation has been canceled!
V1.43
Download Link
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_5JyLpmnOLKQXpqN0R1Y2hwbDQ
Changelog
[Update] Recommended
Optimize system performance and stability, greatly enhance the user experience!
Optimize system power management and control rules, make your phone more power!
【system】
Optimization: system stability
Optimization: Performance Mode
Optimization: power control Rules
Optimization: Call touch screen performance
Fix: Some scenes timer switch failure problem
[Dual SIM settings]
Fix: Use the mobile telecommunications VoLTE + dual cards, telecom cards close to switch mobile data services, the probability of emergence of mobile card registration VoLTE too slow problem
【call】
Optimization: video calling experience
【Status Bar】
FIX: Bluetooth / WLAN and display settings interface inconsistencies
【third-party usage】
Optimization: Subway Surfers defend radish, Thunder tanks and other fluency of the game
Fix: Some users can not use Uber single problem
Optimization includes but is not limited to the items listed above.
Upgrade Reminder:
1, in order to prevent accidental loss of data, it is recommended to back up important data before upgrading your phone!
2, before upgrading the phone's root privileges confirmation has been canceled!
I performed the following steps for a clean install which fixed a few issues for me
1.place zip on Internal storage as STOCK recovery didnt read my ext sd
2. Perform all backups required
3. Boot to twrp and wipe dalvik cache, cache, data, system
3. In twrp go to >advance>stalence tools>stock recovery
4. In stock recovery choose update and select this file
5. Once rebooted reflash twrp via above tool + root + flash gaaps and your good as gold

Really thanks for this guide!

2727alex2727 said:
How To Install Gapps
Step 1. Dont bother flashing normal gapps available or manually pushing google services + play store to /system or priv-app as this will not work... trust me i spent days trying to get this to work...
Step 2. Download this file and store on phone - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYWWN2VU1iQkNpVXM
Step 3. Navigate to Settings > System Update > Select 3 dots in top right corner then select 'local update > select the file then install.. it should boot to TWRP and flash the file.
Step 4. it WILL Force close so keep pressing close (its annoying i know) then go to settings > apps >all > find the following apps and once selected scroll to the bottom and give the apps all available permissions:
Google Account Manager
Google Backup Transport
GoogleServicesFramework
Google Play Store
Google play services
then restart device and you should have the ability to add a google account and download apps from the play store,
to sync contacts + calendars from your google account download and install these 2 apps normally and restart your device.
GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYZXc2U2dlcHo4Z0k
GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYYWdoX3M1WW16NVk
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Well, I have GAPPS working but Contacts sync doesn't work even if I installed the apk you posted.
Any help?
Thank you

xazac said:
Well, I have GAPPS working but Contacts sync doesn't work even if I installed the apk you posted.
Any help?
Thank you
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Hey mate,
Once u install it make sure you give it permissions to contacts then restart and try.

Cani know how to unlock bootloader. Do i need to unlock bootloader before installing TWRP ?

sam razzy said:
Cani know how to unlock bootloader. Do i need to unlock bootloader before installing TWRP ?
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Hi there!
They havent unlocked it yet but no need to unlock it before flashing twrp

2727alex2727 said:
Hi there!
They havent unlocked it yet but no need to unlock it before flashing twrp
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Thanks ! I have hit the thank you button! You saved me. Now i can root

2727alex2727 said:
Hi Guys!,
I just got my Nubia Z11 6GB +128GB Model and managed to get TWRP, Root, Viper4Android Gapps +Busybox on it
i bricked it once while figuring this out so thought id save anyone else who has this phone the trouble! (this should work with 4GB + 64GB model also)
all this info is from the Nubia forum which is in Chinese, with the help of some mates we were able to create an account on their and save the files, it was not easy as to create an account you need a Chinese mobile number for verification purposes so don't bother trying to create an account,
all credit goes to the following forum and creators. - http://bbs.nubia.cn/thread-690478-1-1.html
i will monitor it for any updates/custom roms/kernels/mods and provide them here as there is no English support for our device!
How To Install TWRP
Step 1. connect phone to your pc and choose "charging only" and install the drivers that the phone comes with on your PC
Step 2. download this package " https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_5JyLpmnOLKYjVhbTV2Y1B6WUU/view?usp=sharing " thats a mirror from my google drive a 2nd link is available here http://www.androidbrick.com/download/z11-nx531j-twrp-3-0-2-0-zip-root/
Step 3. on the phone type in *#7678# in the keypad and enable both options,
Step 4.run the EXE program in that zip and select option 1 (this will install qualcomm drivers)
Step 5. select option 2 and let it do its thing (this installs TWRP and your phone will then boot into TWRP)
TO ROOT CONTINUE ON -DO NOT USE ONE CLICK ROOT OR FLASH SUPERSU OR YOU WILL BRICK YOUR PHONE
Step 6. reboot your phone and boot into TWRP
Step 7. select advance then there is an option called stalence tools, select that and you can root/unroot the phone through there
How To Install Gapps
Step 1. Dont bother flashing normal gapps available or manually pushing google services + play store to /system or priv-app as this will not work... trust me i spent days trying to get this to work...
Step 2. Download this file and store on phone - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYWWN2VU1iQkNpVXM
Step 3. Navigate to Settings > System Update > Select 3 dots in top right corner then select 'local update > select the file then install.. it should boot to TWRP and flash the file.
Step 4. it WILL Force close so keep pressing close (its annoying i know) then go to settings > apps >all > find the following apps and once selected scroll to the bottom and give the apps all available permissions:
Google Account Manager
Google Backup Transport
GoogleServicesFramework
Google Play Store
Google play services
then restart device and you should have the ability to add a google account and download apps from the play store,
to sync contacts + calendars from your google account download and install these 2 apps normally and restart your device.
GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYZXc2U2dlcHo4Z0k
GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYYWdoX3M1WW16NVk
How To Install Busybox
Flash this file in TWRP
Busybox_1.24.2_signed.zip - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYYlU5X0t6Z0swLVUz
How To Install Viper4Android
Download these files: -
ViPER4Android_2.4.0.1. - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYazZFWmdLZWRzRjQ
Step 1. Flash selinux2permissive_signed.zip in TWRP
Step 2. install the viper app provided
How To Install Xposed
Download these files -
xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64-nubiaUI-edition-by-SolarWarez-20160609 - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYNU9vdEJVVjRBSEU
Step 1. Install Xposed_3.0 alpha4_dvdandroid.apk
Step 2. Flash xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64-nubiaUI-edition-by-SolarWarez-20160609.zip in TWRP and enjoy!
- It may take a while to boot so dont stress
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Bro can you help me please
This is a rom for z11 max
But i cant get the link to download it
Can you provide me with the download link frpm this topic?
http://bbs.nubia.cn/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=714761&extra=page%3D1&mobile=2

rowihel2012 said:
Bro can you help me please
This is a rom for z11 max
But i cant get the link to download it
Can you provide me with the download link frpm this topic?
http://bbs.nubia.cn/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=714761&extra=page%3D1&mobile=2
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Hi Mate,
sure after work today i should be able to get it for you

2727alex2727 said:
Hey mate,
Once u install it make sure you give it permissions to contacts then restart and try.
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Yes, that was the problem! Thank you!
PS: do you know how remove the Chinese page on the left of the home screen?

great for the thread here, i orderd a nubia z11 64 gb,the instruction work for it too,right?

2727alex2727 said:
Hi Mate,
sure after work today i should be able to get it for you
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thank you bro
just searching for the stock z11 max recovery
but i cant find it

2727alex2727 said:
Hey mate,
Once u install it make sure you give it permissions to contacts then restart and try.
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Hello,
I've got a Nubia Z11 Max 4GB/64GB variant;
Model nō: NX523J
Build nō: NX523J_V1_CNCommon_V1.19
Running: nubiaUI V3.9.9 based on android 5.1.1
Need help with GAPPS, TWRP and Root.
Kindly assist if possible, thanks.

Aterejr said:
Hello,
I've got a Nubia Z11 Max 4GB/64GB variant;
Model nō: NX523J
Build nō: NX523J_V1_CNCommon_V1.19
Running: nubiaUI V3.9.9 based on android 5.1.1
Need help with GAPPS, TWRP and Root.
Kindly assist if possible, thanks.
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TimSmet said:
great for the thread here, i orderd a nubia z11 64 gb,the instruction work for it too,right?
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Hi Guys,
i havent tried on the 64gb version only mine,
i assume the gaaps should work but not sure for twrp the tool does say "Nubia Z11" and doesnt specify a model?
if someone is willing to try and confirm for me that would be great
i found a tool ill add to the OP called "Nubia Recovery Tool"its in Chinese but you put your phone in download mode and select nubia emergency recovery and it flashes lastest stock firmware (works for ALL nubia models from z9 to z11) ill upload that tonight so if someone wants to try it they can flash back to stock incase they have issues:good:
EDIT: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYOEZBNGF3U1VIQWs - Nubia Recovery Tool

Hi! I just got NX531J and want to flash.
Could you resend the busybox link? because I got error on the link. Thanks /Walli

walli.tt said:
Hi! I just got NX531J and want to flash.
Could you resend the busybox link? because I got error on the link. Thanks /Walli
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here bud
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2aWSw0KM8RYYlU5X0t6Z0swLVU/view?usp=sharing

2727alex2727 said:
here bud
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Thank you so Much! :good:
I will try this weekend.

2727alex2727 said:
EDIT: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2aWSw0KM8RYOEZBNGF3U1VIQWs - Nubia Recovery Tool
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Do you know if this tool also re-install stock recovery?

xazac said:
Do you know if this tool also re-install stock recovery?
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i dont think you can install the recovery seperately.. you will have to reflash stock ROM
i am downloading it as we speak
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom - all stock nubia roms
EDIT: to flash stock recovery go to twrp > advance > stalence tools > stock recovery

2727alex2727 said:
i dont think you can install the recovery seperately.. you will have to reflash stock ROM
i am downloading it as we speak
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom - all stock nubia roms
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even after flashing stock ROM with twrp
no stock recovery found
i do not think we need the stock recovery
all stock roms is flashes with twrp

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Alcatel OT-890D (DUAL SIM) root success!! no pc needed

NOTE: I will not be held responsible on anything that may happens to your phone... This proceedure is to DO IT ON YOUR OWN RISK!! and rooting the phone may void your warranty ..
These are the steps I did to successfully root my cheap Alcatel OT-890D in chronological order.
Step 1 is Optional, someone confirmed it also works without resetting the device
I reset my phone (go to Settings > Privacy > Factory Data Reset)
after restoring go to Settings > Application > check Unknown sources
then Settings > Application > Development > check USB Debugging
go to Market search and install Superuser App (its a freeware)
go to Market search and install for any file manager/explorer of your choice (freeware)
download this ( http://db.tt/kO7yvIT ) and transfer it to your sdcard
open the File Manager you installed and look for the app you transfered ("Gingerbreak-v1.20-1.apk") then tap the file to install
RUN the app (BUT MAKE SURE THAT AN SDCARD IS INSERTED AND USB DEBUGGING IS CHECKED)
inside the Gingerbreak app tap "ROOT" wait for the process to finish ( its NORMAL that along the process the sdcard sez unmount)
just wait
the phone will reboot if the rooting is successfull
it will take a while before phone reboots congratulations!! you have now successfully rooted your phone to confirm try to install a rooted app or simply install root checker fromm the Market.
CREDITS SHOULD GO TO THE DEVELOPER OF THE APP (Android Exploid Crew and CHAINFIRE) THANKS!!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765 BUY HIM A BEER!!!!
HOPE ROM DEVELOPMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON!!!
NOTE: After rooting the device i installed system app remover (paid app) to remove the preinstalled apps/games/etc to free some space and everything went fine.
BEWARE: Ive tried system restore via Settings > Privacy > Factory Data Reset after root and system app remover and as expected, it did remove all the deleted system apps. Since procedures on how to flash the phone and default firmware link is still unknown, BE VERY CAREFUL on using system app remover coz you might remove apps/processes that is needed for android to boot or you'll end up BRICKED!!
oooppps!! dont know if this is the proper thread to post this.. MOD please edit. thanks!!
hi
well lets keep this thread for alcatel...
maybe the first brand dual sim android phone deserve one!!
BEWARE: Ive tried system restore via Settings > Privacy > Factory Data Reset after root and system app remover and as expected, it did remove all the deleted system apps. Since procedures on how to flash the phone and default firmware link is still unknown, BE VERY CAREFUL on using system app remover coz you might remove apps/processes that is needed for android to boot or you'll end up BRICKED!! (Jbazt_katuforzs )
...i did it...i bricked the phone not by remove applications,but i tried to install xrecovery from xperia mini pro and that was it...
now is in support centrer....
jimmykar said:
BEWARE: Ive tried system restore via Settings > Privacy > Factory Data Reset after root and system app remover and as expected, it did remove all the deleted system apps. Since procedures on how to flash the phone and default firmware link is still unknown, BE VERY CAREFUL on using system app remover coz you might remove apps/processes that is needed for android to boot or you'll end up BRICKED!! (Jbazt_katuforzs )
...i did it...i bricked the phone not by remove applications,but i tried to install xrecovery from xperia mini pro and that was it...
now is in support centrer....
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maybe the xrecovery that you installed is really not meant for our device. sad to hear exploring the phone further bricked your phone.
and why did you wanted to have that xrecovery? there still no custom roms for the phone and adb driver links can be found nowhere too... i still cant find any reason why would i like an xrecovery in my phone
i wanted to back up my original rom...but....i bricked the phone..
now i must wait the service to repair it
bad luck!!
Great guide, Thanks!!!
But a question.... i'm unable to ceck for firmware update... boot loadr don't start...
there is no firmware update yet...and you can not do that from bootload mode...if you want to entry in bootload mode turn of your phone,press volume up botton,and while press that,press tha power button too!
Thanks for reply!
Another question: how to sync in windows 7 64 bit? The system don't recognize the phone!
Alcatel Android Manager 2.2.1108.1642 don't work on usb!
Thanks a lot!
Pierluis76 said:
Thanks for reply!
Another question: how to sync in windows 7 64 bit? The system don't recognize the phone!
Alcatel Android Manager 2.2.1108.1642 don't work on usb!
Thanks a lot!
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it wont sync because you must install the right usb drivers for the device but as of now source of the driver is still unknown
i'm searching for driver... if anyone can helpme pls post!
Thanks
i have the same problem..i cant find this driver in all over the net
anyone find a way to reinstall the original rom?
thank you very much
Driver are available
My brother used to sync this phone with his win 7 64 bit...
although phone which i have i think corrupt rom as it have some wifi issue and sound issue..
where can i find them pls??
thank you
Were you able to install and use skype?
rooting succes here
without factory reset
Need complete ROM files
Can someone upload the complete ROM and share the link? I want to make a similar ROM for Spice MI 270 based on MT6516. My phone has android 2.2 but does not support adb currently.
Please upload system.bin, boot.img, recovery.img and others if possible.
Thanks!

(Guide) De-chinese Stock KIW-AL10 (3GB VERSION) and make it Google friendly

This is a guide to debloat the KIW-AL10 and make stock Chinese usable.
First download Minimal adb and fastboot from here and install it.
Download HISuite and use that to install huawei drivers
Next Make sure developer options by hitting build number 7 times then open developer options and make sure usb debugging is activated in the developer options.
Plug phone into computer and install drivers, any unknown device will be adb so right click and select choose driver from list then select android devices then adb interface, always choose the older driver version for this phone.
One you have that installed you need to unlock your bootloader a great guide is here
Once you have unlocked the bootloader download install twrp using minimal adb and fastboot
First reboot into fastboot..
First check the device is present. using the command :adb devices
then boot into bootloader using the command : adb reboot-bootloader
if that doesn't work turn off device then switching on quickly hold down the volume down button while inserting the cable into the device
The device should then have a white screen with a robot and say unlocked in green writing
find the recovery image you downloaded and if its a different name rename it twrp.img so you know which one it is, files everywhere can get quite messy !
Now right click on the minimal adb link on the desktop and click open file location..
Now put the twrp.img file into the folder with the minimal adb files and close the window.
now flash the recovery using the command: fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
Voila if everything is sucessful your phone now has twrp recovery !
Next use the following command: adb reboot recovery, if that doesnt work force a shutdown by holding the power button then let the phone boot while holding down the volume up button, it should boot into recovery.
Next MAKE A BACKUP THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND WHEN ITS DONE COPY IT TO A SAFE DRIVE DO NOT KEEP IT JUST ON YOU SD CARD IN CASE YOUR CARD DIES ! BECAUSE OF THE NATURE OF THIS PHONE AND THE FACT THAT YOU CANT FLASH NON VOLTE ROMS ON THIS PHONE THIS IS YOUR ONLY WAY OF RESTORING THE PHONE SO GUARD IT LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT !
Now get a cup of coffee and have a break its not good to rush things
Now to root your phone..
Finish your coffee.
Download supersu from here
Put the zip onto your phones sd card and boot into recovery, select install and select the supersu zip and let it install, once done reboot the phone, it may reboot a few times thats normal dont panic, once the phone has finished booting check you have the su app installed, if so now we can do the rest of the stuff.
Next download google play store from here and install it
After opening the play store and signing in you will probably be told to update google services, let it do it then reboot the phone
Next using the play store download root explorer
Next stage is to make the dialer English. and remove yellow pages.
Using root explorer navigate to /cust/alltelecom/cn/prop
hard press on the file local.prop and select open in text editor using the 3 dots on the top right
Look for the following lines of code ro.product.locale.region=CN or similar
Change this to ro.product.locale.region=GB (or whatever your location is such make sure the country code is in CAPS )
Save the file
Now navigate to /system and open build.prop in text editor and change the following lines of code so they end in County matching code not cn
Example
ro.product.locale.region=GB (or whatever your location is such )
ro.product.locale.language=en (or whatever your location is such )
ro.product.locale.region=GB
Go slow there is lots of lines there but you will see them if you take your time
select save and exit from root explorer then reboot.. viola the chinese and yellow pages is gone !
After reboot you may get a baidu warning about location tracking, dont panic we will kill that bugger next !
Next install system app safe remover from the play store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp&hl=en_GB I always use this as its simple and keeps a backup of the removed app (just in case of problems)
Use that to remove all the chinse apps from the system including hivoice or it will interfere with google assistant, they are self explanatory
as they are all in chinese !
Next remove hi app
hi care
huawei id
network location (this is the one causing the nag screen dont worry work it will still work.
then reboot phone, there should be no more warnings about baidu location.
Now to get services google working.
You my have notice that despite installing a google account you contacts havent synced. we will fix that now..
To get google contacts to sync you need to install google contacts sync adaptor 6.0.1 from here
After you have installed it open up system apps and check it permision contacts is allowed, also open the battery setting and check it runs at boot and while screen is off, if there are no options for that ignore that bit and exit.
while you are there check google play services permission are all on especially contacts then reboot
Now install the google app from the app store
next install google assistant from the play store
now install google photos from the play store
Next install google chrome from play store
next install google calendar from the play store
next install google plus from the play store
next install google maps from the play store
next install youtube from the play store
Next install gboard from the play store
Then when all is done reboot the phone
After reboot check all the permissions of the apps and make sure all the google apps run at boot and keep running after screen off or they wont sync etc then reboot again.
Change horrible huawei keyboard to gboard in language settings
Open the google app and setup google and check your contacts have synced. set up the rest of your settings
Get a decent launcher as the huawei one sucks I use nova launcher prime its worth every penny but the free one is still good
Open settings app and click advanced, here you can change default launcher and select default app setting then select assistance and voice input, selectassist app as google select use text from screen and select use screenshot
I think that pretty much it, the rest you should be able to do yourself, have fun and good luck, any questions just ask.
I wrote this guide as there is very little info on the AL10,
Happy modding !
Very useful
Very useful post, my first venture into phone modding, enabled me to use my KIW-AL10 with Google functionality and to avoid the worst excesses of the stock Chinese software. Thanks!
Ed_shred said:
Very useful post, my first venture into phone modding, enabled me to use my KIW-AL10 with Google functionality and to avoid the worst excesses of the stock Chinese software. Thanks!
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Thanks for the thanks ! glad it was of use to you, I wrote another guide which enables volte to be removed and put lineage os on instead which you may find useful, its a fairly lengthy process but foolproof and doesn't brick the phone which was my main concern as there is nowhere to download the stock roms for these 3gb variants, cheers
swukjay said:
Thanks for the thanks ! glad it was of use to you, I wrote another guide which enables volte to be removed and put lineage os on instead which you may find useful, its a fairly lengthy process but foolproof and doesn't brick the phone which was my main concern as there is nowhere to download the stock roms for these 3gb variants, cheers
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So, the phone worked ok for a month, but then started restarting itself all the time. I deleted loads of apps, but it didn't solve the problem. Now, I decided to try to solve the problem by installing a custom ROM, so first step was to wipe the phone with TWRP. After wiping, I no longer had root access, and now installing SuperSU doesn't work, I can install the .zip through TWRP recovery, but I still don't have root access afterwards, according to Root Checker. Any ideas? Thanks!
Ed_shred said:
So, the phone worked ok for a month, but then started restarting itself all the time. I deleted loads of apps, but it didn't solve the problem. Now, I decided to try to solve the problem by installing a custom ROM, so first step was to wipe the phone with TWRP. After wiping, I no longer had root access, and now installing SuperSU doesn't work, I can install the .zip through TWRP recovery, but I still don't have root access afterwards, according to Root Checker. Any ideas? Thanks!
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Repeated the process, ticked a few boxes in SuperSU, seems to be solved for now, thanks...
swukjay said:
Thanks for the thanks ! glad it was of use to you, I wrote another guide which enables volte to be removed and put lineage os on instead which you may find useful, its a fairly lengthy process but foolproof and doesn't brick the phone which was my main concern as there is nowhere to download the stock roms for these 3gb variants, cheers
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OK, so I have tried quite a few times to install Lineage OS 14.1 and Viper, with both they get stuck in a bootloop. Trying to install Lineage with this guide https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/kiwi/install, the 'format data' stage is not successful. I get a message saying ' E:Unable to wipe '/data' - unknown file system 'auto Unable to format to remove encryption '.
I'm not totally committed to a custom ROM, but I'd like this phone to work. Any ideas, either how to troubleshoot the ROM flashing issue, or to get the phone stable with the stock de-Chinesed stock ROM? Thanks!

ALL STOCK - Zui 4.0.247ST + Gapps Sync + GBoard 100% (NO ROOT + LOCKED BOOTLOADER)

Requirements
- Your are on stock Rom
How to install Oreo
- Download 2.5.243/ST stock rom .zip package from here https://mega.nz/#!kUIHhRzY!iaE7-orVxznqXlz59r7QnQiSOYnrGBEUDsIonGmx_G4
- Rename it as update.zip
- Put it in principal root of your phone
- Install it from stock recovery (settings > system update > recovery mode)
Update to 4.0.247ST
- Install Transocks.apk from play store
- Open Transocks than push the green central button
Now you are on Chinese VPN
- Open System Update app and install new official firmware updates
How to install GAPPS
- Download & install GAPPS from here https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B_STEzQ7dx_hTXM1WHlnSEtQcXc
- Give permission to autostart to all Google apps (security > autostart > autostart apps) and add it to whitelist
How to use GBoard (Google Keyboard)
- Download, install GBoard from Play Store and set it as default
- Than uninstall the system keyboard (settings>app & notification>app manager>Android keyboard AOSP > disable)
Thanks to Gianluca M. from "ZUK Z2 Pro Italia" Facebook Page & Arturo Rodriguez for GAPPS link
Screenshot
[email protected] said:
How to install stock Rom
- Download stock rom from Lenovo website
- Rename it as update.zip
- Put it in principal root of your phone
- Install it from stock recovery (settings > system update > recovery mode)
How to install GAPPS
- Down & install GAPPS
- Give permission to autostart to all Google apps (security > autostart > autostart apps)
Thanks to Gianluca M. from "ZUK Z2 Pro Italia" Facebook Page
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Thanks a lot for the guide!
Can I do it starting from a Custom Rom with unlocked bootloader?
sandro0880 said:
Thanks a lot for the guide!
Can I do it starting from a Custom Rom with unlocked bootloader?
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No, you have to install a stock rom with QFIL (on this forum you can find how to) than you can follow this guide.
I got problems with contacts sync from google, I gave Internet access and autostart mode for every Google app and install contacts sync. If I open Google app says it doesn't have Internet connection.
sandro0880 said:
Thanks a lot for the guide!
Can I do it starting from a Custom Rom with unlocked bootloader?
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Yes , you can . I did it from Aex 5.2 . No problems at all . Only what you should to do before is installing of 3.1.218 firmware .
Be careful of updating to 259, Lenovo Chinese forum reported that it's slow and got heating issues.
It's not the final release version yet.
mouwen said:
Be careful of updating to 259, Lenovo Chinese forum reported that it's slow and got heating issues.
It's not the final release version yet.
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I installed 3.5.259 two weeks ago and it works like no other Zuk rom.
So fast and with no bugs.
You should try it
Is the Italian language present or only English?
totobranca10 said:
Is the Italian language present or only English?
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you can run apps in your language, only system language will be english or chinese.
with NO ROOT you can not install "morelocale", so you have only english and chinese languages.
...e poi chettefrega dell'italiano?
How to install gapps with no twrp?
[email protected] said:
you can run apps in your language, only system language will be english or chinese.
with NO ROOT you can not install "morelocale", so you have only english and chinese languages.
...e poi chettefrega dell'italiano?
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You can use morelocale without root. Adb root premission check in Google.
Wysłane z mojego ZUK Z2121 przy użyciu Tapatalka
Can i do this process for indian version zuk z2 plus
[email protected] said:
Requirements
- Your are on stock Rom
How to install Oreo
- Download 3.5.259ST stock rom .zip package from Lenovo website
- Rename it as update.zip
- Put it in principal root of your phone
- Install it from stock recovery (settings > system update > recovery mode)
How to install GAPPS
- Down & install GAPPS
- Give permission to autostart to all Google apps (security > autostart > autostart apps)
How to update to 3.5.300ST
- Download transocks.apk from play store and push on the central button (it will change your APN to china APN)
- Go to System Update, download and install the new 3.5.300ST firmware (no data will lost)
Thanks to Gianluca M. from "ZUK Z2 Pro Italia" Facebook Page
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Can we use this process for Indian Version phone Zuk Z2 Plus .
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[email protected] said:
I installed 3.5.259 two weeks ago and it works like no other Zuk rom.
So fast and with no bugs.
You should try it
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Please send some screenshots if you have successfully installed and updated upto 3.5.300 ST
valyvis10 said:
How to install gapps with no twrp?
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Install play store from Chinese app store. Give manually all the permissions.Then install from play store whatever you want. You can uninstall Chinese app store since you have play store
Also install from Chinese app store contact sync and calendar sync. Give permissions
Ok thanks.
[email protected] said:
Requirements
- Your are on stock Rom
How to install Oreo
- Download 3.5.259ST stock rom .zip package from Lenovo website
- Rename it as update.zip
- Put it in principal root of your phone
- Install it from stock recovery (settings > system update > recovery mode)
How to install GAPPS
- Down & install GAPPS
- Give permission to autostart to all Google apps (security > autostart > autostart apps)
How to update to 3.5.316ST
- Download transocks.apk from play store and push on the central button (it will change your APN to china APN)
- Go to System Update, download and install the new 3.5.300ST than 3.5.316ST firmware (no data will lost)
Thanks to Gianluca M. from "ZUK Z2 Pro Italia" Facebook Page
Screenshot
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you can also jump from 3.1.194 (Nougat 7.0) to 3.5.316 (Oreo 8.0.0) OTA, by update.zip via Recovery...
https://mega.nz/#!ShBWhKRL!4OlvXDYaeof__h8TPHwXDUUKAijP-qn8lHgfOdVPBfw
host
Tadipar said:
you can also jump from 3.1.194 (Nougat 7.0) to 3.5.316 (Oreo 8.0.0) OTA, by update.zip via Recovery...
https://mega.nz/#!ShBWhKRL!4OlvXDYaeof__h8TPHwXDUUKAijP-qn8lHgfOdVPBfw
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thank you dude, can you please upload to another host? I got depleted Transfer Quota on 89%
mar.ur said:
Yes , you can . I did it from Aex 5.2 . No problems at all . Only what you should to do before is installing of 3.1.218 firmware .
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Hi when you changed from aex to zui did you just flash from twrp or dod you use qfil?
Did you recovery get replaced with stock recovery again or your bootloader locked?
Tadipar said:
you can also jump from 3.1.194 (Nougat 7.0) to 3.5.316 (Oreo 8.0.0) OTA, by update.zip via Recovery...
https://mega.nz/#!ShBWhKRL!4OlvXDYaeof__h8TPHwXDUUKAijP-qn8lHgfOdVPBfw
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thank's just update the first post
alan5673 said:
Hi when you changed from aex to zui did you just flash from twrp or dod you use qfil?
Did you recovery get replaced with stock recovery again or your bootloader locked?
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Flash by twrp with full wipe .
can't download

Oneplus 8T (Cyberpunk Edition) - HydrogenOS (Google Apps, Theme, OTA Updates!)

Originality/HydrogenOS
If you have a Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phone with OxygenOS, you'll notice that the Cyberpunk theme/assets are missing, and OTA updates lead to a boot loop. This guide will tell you how to restore the phone to its original software (HydrogenOS), unlock the bootloader, root it, and get Google Apps working. If you are American, this is the golden ticket. OTA updates will work and you will get the original theme/assets back.
I have made this guide because I purchased a Cyberpunk phone and the vendor installed OxygenOS. The Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones are meant to use HydrogenOS. OxygenOS is not currently designed for the Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones, despite many vendors installing it. I've spoken to Oneplus and it doesn't appear there are immediate plans to support the phone using OxygenOS.
This information is only for Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones.
Rooting the phone is optional if you just want Google Apps.
Proceed at your own risk.
Setting Up
You're going to need to download and install these things for the remainder of the guide.
Minimal ADB/Fastboot (Download)
Oneplus USB Drivers (Download)
Qualcomm USB Drivers (Download)
If you've already been toying with the phone, you might already have these. If so, skip ahead.
Restoring HydrogenOS (Credit: Some_Random_Username)
You are going to want to download the MSM Download Tool, designed for Chinese KB2000 phones. This tool will wipe your phone and restore the original HydrogenOS software, as well as your Cyberpunk theme/assets.
You will need to download the tool here:
https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=320230 (Credit: g96818)
Rootk1t said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675590014 or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-MwwMBiszDvAoCoqH1P5aZRaLvDFL_66/view
The difference is only in HOS version.
If your phone is made after march 2021, i suggest using latest one HOS MSM (google link).
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After downloading:
Extract the archive to a folder.
Remove any Chinese characters from folder names (if applicable).
Open "MsmDownloadTool V4.0".
Under "User Type", select "Others".
Click "Next".
Notice that "Target" is selected on the dropdown in the top-right of the window.
Change the option from "Target" to "H2" instead.
Now make sure your phone is ready:
Turn your phone off and wait a few seconds.
Press the "Start" button on the tool.
Hold both volume buttons down, while plugging your phone in through USB (to enter Qualcomm EDL mode).
The download tool will begin to work it's magic (should take 200-300 seconds).
Once it says "Download Complete", your phone should reboot into HydrogenOS.
Close the tool completely.
Perform the phone's setup, then decide whether you want to root the phone, or just install Google Apps. Your phone will be wiped if you unlock the bootloader.
If your device wasn't detected when running the tool, make sure you have the Qualcomm USB driver installed. To do this, open device manager. Under "QHUSB_BULK", select "Update Driver Software", and use the .cab file you found earlier.
Unlock the Bootloader (Optional)
Before you may root the phone, you will need to do the following.
Enable Developer Mode:
Open your Settings application and go to "About Phone".
Tap the section that says "Build Number" five times consecutively.
You will now have developer mode.
Enable OEM Unlocking/USB debugging:
Open your Settings application and click the search button.
Search for and enable the option: "OEM unlocking".
Search for and enable the option: "USB debugging".
You will be asked if you want to trust the device when it's plugged in. Click "Allow".
You will want to do the following, using the ADB/Fastboot you downloaded:
Make sure your phone is plugged in.
Run the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone will reboot into the bootloader.
Run the following:
fastboot oem unlock
Use the volume/power buttons on your phone, to confirm.
Your phone will reboot and wipe itself, as well the Chinese applications. Perform the phone's normal setup again.
The bloatware and Chinese apps will return when you perform an OTA update at the end of the guide. They can also be removed/disabled.
Rooting (Optional)(Credit: DroidFreak32)
To root the phone we will be installing Magisk, using a patched boot.img from your current version of HydrogenOS. In this case, we are using version 11.0.1.2 (the version of the MSM Download Tool). I will be providing the boot.img from my phone, which I have used personally.
You will want to download the following:
Patched 11.0.1.2 Boot.img (Download)
Canary Magisk Manager (Download)
Preparation:
Re-enable developer mode, as well as USB debugging. Just like you did in the previous section.
Transfer the app-debug.apk to your phone, and install it through the phone's file manager.
Copy "magisk_patched_11.0.1.2.img" to your computer's ADB directory.
Rooting:
Run the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone will reboot into the bootloader.
Run the following:
fastboot boot magisk_patched_11.0.1.2.img
Your phone will reboot, using the patched boot.img.
Enter the Magisk Manager app you installed earlier.
Tap Magisk (Install) -> Perform Direct Install
You will have root on reboot!
If Magisk says it needs to reboot to apply changes, you will need to follow the last set of steps again.
If for some reason the boot.img I provided doesn't work, you will need to follow DroidFreak32's guide. His guide is very detailed and will instruct you on how to create your own patched boot.img and root the phone.
Installing Google Apps (Credit: Steve0007 and @xxxrichievxxx)
To install, you will want to obtain a copy of the Google Play Store from a 3rd Party. @xxxrichievxxx suggested this solution, which worked for me regardless of unlock/root status.
You'll want to download, copy, and run the newest version from your device:
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-23-1-19-release/
We had also tried using WeebGapps, which has problems after updating:
https://t.me/s/WeebGAppsChannel?q=#Android_11+#magisk_mode (Requires Telegram)
Updating
Unlike on OxygenOS, you will actually be able to download and perform OTA updates, through the Settings app. If you do not follow the steps below when updating, you will lose root.
Disable your Magisk modules (if applicable) when updating, and re-enable after you have successfully updated!
I also recommend disabling "automatic system updates" via Settings, as they can break your root.
Follow these steps:
epr said:
- Go to System-Update
- Tap OK when the message that you are rooted appears
- Tap "Download and install"
- Wait until you are prompted to reboot - DO NOT REBOOT NOW!
- Open Magisk Manager, select install -> Install to inactive slot and start installation
- When Magisk has finished installing, reboot and you stay rooted with latest OTA.
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If you are missing the Play Store after updating, install it from here. If you happen to mess up or lose Google Apps, try uninstalling/reinstalling the module.
If you do happen to lose root, you will want to follow DroidFreak32's guide, as I've only provided the patched boot.img for 11.0.1.2.
Bloatware
You're probably annoyed by all the preinstalled garbage. I've made a short script that disables the Chinese market and removes all 3rd party Chinese (By_3rd and heytap) applications.
Removing Market and Almost All 3rd Party Apps:
Visit here: https://pastebin.com/raw/3SsA1tpc
Open notepad and save the above text as a .bat file.
Copy and run the file from your ADB directory.
You will likely need to run this script each update, as applications are added back on update. I've decided to leave the other applications on my device for now. If you want to remove even more, Steve0007 recommended this resource.
Credits
Steve0007 and xxxrichievxxx for helping to find the solid solution for Google Apps.
WeebGApps for the module that installs Google Apps.
DroidFreak32 for his thread on rooting the Oneplus 8T.
Some_Random_Username and g96818 for uploading/sharing the MSM download tools.
Most of this information is compiled from other sources, so consider supporting the developers listed above.
Informative and well explained. It will definitely help a lot of users.
Very helpful, good job
Should be sticky.
sunmughans said:
Informative and well explained. It will definitely help a lot of users.
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Hopefully it prevents some headaches. Vendors are still shipping the phones out with OxygenOS.
Steve0007 said:
Very helpful, good job
Should be sticky.
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Wouldn't exist without your help!
Awesome! Going to try this out today
AWESOME!!!! Thank you very much!! Is google play installed as well? Last time I read something about all the google apps installed except Google play lol
Updated the bloatware section. The script will now remove 40 bloatware apps. These apps may conflict with Google Play, so I do suggest removing them.
xxxrichievxxx said:
AWESOME!!!! Thank you very much!! Is google play installed as well? Last time I read something about all the google apps installed except Google play lol
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Google Play has installed fine in my tests. However, updating might cause it to get removed. I'd keep a copy of the APK in your phone's storage, just so you have it if you need it.
You can find it here:
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-23-1-19-release/
Hi, it's very strange, because on all oneplus, you can put hydrogen or oxygen without any problem.
Some people buy cyberpunk édition on Giztop or cect without any problem...very strange, no ?
Another question, IS it possible to add other language on hydrogen if de want to use it ?
Thanks
g4seb said:
Hi, it's very strange, because on all oneplus, you can put hydrogen or oxygen without any problem.
Some people buy cyberpunk édition on Giztop or cect without any problem...very strange, no ?
Another question, IS it possible to add other language on hydrogen if de want to use it ?
Thanks
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Try this: morelocale 2
MoreLocale 2 - Apps on Google Play
This is just MoreLocale2
play.google.com
or this
Locale Language (Pro) Set Locale & Language for Android - APK Download
Download Locale Language (Pro) Set Locale & Language apk 3.5.8 for Android. This application let activate your home language (locale) with ease.
apkpure.com
Right now I recommend updating the phone before installing Google Apps.
Went though this process to update, very well detailed. I went from Oxygen OS to Hydrogen then followed the rest of the steps to install Google Play.
I made the mistake of updating via OTA after restoring Hydrogen OS and had to repeat a couple step to get to the root step then followed the rest to install Google Play.
Youll need to download the 7z software to extract MSM software and one of the files needs a Telegram account. Its a messaging app that requires a phone number to create.
Also make sure you have the drivers sorted out, I had to do a bit of trouble shooting on the qualcomm drivers.
The cyberpunk theme is pretty cool.
I am having some spotty issues with google though, after updating OTA everything was fine but occasionally I will lose the play store. I have tried to directly install the apk and reinstall the module in magisk. But there is something kicking it off. The apps that I downloaded are still there, just the play store that drops. Edit: I am on module 4.0.4. Might try 4.0.5
Testing out the apps, I cannot get the maps app to work, keeps crashing. And for some reason I cannot log in to Chrome. It wont detect the account that is already logged into the phone (gmail, youtube etc) when I sign in manually it says 'This account already on device' I have signed in and out numerous times.
This is a pretty good solution to keep the cyberpunk theme, which you want if you have this phone. I get 5g speeds on US T-Mobile and have no issues with texts and calls. If the play store was more stable this will be a solid solution.
Props to @OniAraAra for compiling this detailed guide and members who contributed
Went through the WHOLE guide and I too was able to revert back to the Cyberpunk ROM! Super COOL!!! I am extremely happy! Thank you!
Also would like to note that Android Auto also crashes
I've been reading and mentally preparing all the steps by downloading the required files and walking through them, but I've no development experience and I'm worried that if I mess up a step, I would have no idea how to unstuck myself...
For example:
If your device wasn't detected when running the tool, make sure you have the Qualcomm USB driver installed. To do this, open device manager. Under "QHUSB_BULK", select "Update Driver Software", and use the .cab file you found earlier.
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I tried to look up my device manager on my PC and I do not see "QHUSB_BULK" so little things like that worry me
Is it possible to convert European 8T to full cyberpunk version?
jirka607 said:
Is it possible to convert European 8T to full cyberpunk version?
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Do not use this guide for that. It will not work. There's other threads on how to install the Cyberpunk goodies for a normal 8T.
Nables said:
I've been reading and mentally preparing all the steps by downloading the required files and walking through them, but I've no development experience and I'm worried that if I mess up a step, I would have no idea how to unstuck myself...
For example:
I tried to look up my device manager on my PC and I do not see "QHUSB_BULK" so little things like that worry me
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For the most part, any accidents are easily reversible, as there's a great guide on unbricking here:
[OP8T][OOS KB05AA/BA/DA] Unbrick tool to restore your device to OxygenOS
Disclaimer: By attempting any of the processes listed in this thread you accept full responsibility for your actions. I will not be held responsible if your device stops working, catches fire, or turns into a hipster and claims to have been...
forum.xda-developers.com
Arr6 said:
This is a pretty good solution to keep the cyberpunk theme, which you want if you have this phone. I get 5g speeds on US T-Mobile and have no issues with texts and calls. If the play store was more stable this will be a solid solution.
Props to @OniAraAra for compiling this detailed guide and members who contributed
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It is as you say. Across multiple installs I've had minor issues with the Google Play store disappearing, but you can always reinstall the APK. I did not notice this until after I had made the guide.
@Steve0007 and I are looking for a more stable solution as we speak, so hopefully we'll have that soon!
OniAraAra said:
Originality/HydrogenOS
If you have a Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phone with OxygenOS, you'll notice that the Cyberpunk theme/assets are missing, and OTA updates lead to a boot loop. This guide will tell you how to restore the phone to its original software (HydrogenOS), unlock the bootloader, root it, and get Google Apps working. If you are American, this is the golden ticket. OTA updates will work and you will get the original theme/assets back.
I have made this guide because I purchased a Cyberpunk phone and the vendor installed OxygenOS. The Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones are meant to use HydrogenOS. OxygenOS is not currently designed for the Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones, despite many vendors installing it. I've spoken to Oneplus and it doesn't appear there are immediate plans to support the phone using OxygenOS.
This information is only for Chinese Cyberpunk Edition phones.
Proceed at your own risk.
Setting Up
You're going to need to download and install these things for the remainder of the guide.
Minimal ADB/Fastboot (Download)
Oneplus USB Drivers (Download)
Qualcomm USB Drivers (Download)
If you've already been toying with the phone, you might already have these. If so, skip ahead.
Restoring HydrogenOS (Credit: Some_Random_Username)
You are going to want to download the MSM Download Tool, designed for Chinese KB2000 phones. This tool will wipe your phone and restore the original HydrogenOS software, as well as your Cyberpunk theme/assets.
You will need to download the tool here:
https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=320230 (Credit: g96818)
After downloading:
Extract the archive to a folder.
Remove any Chinese characters from folder names (if applicable).
Open "MsmDownloadTool V4.0".
Under "User Type", select "Others".
Click "Next".
Notice that "Target" is selected on the dropdown in the top-right of the window.
Change the option from "Target" to "H2" instead.
Now make sure your phone is ready:
Turn your phone off and wait a few seconds.
Press the "Start" button on the tool.
Hold both volume buttons down, while plugging your phone in through USB (to enter Qualcomm EDL mode).
The download tool will begin to work it's magic (should take 200-300 seconds).
Once it says "Download Complete", your phone should reboot into HydrogenOS.
Close the tool completely.
Perform the phone's setup, then proceed to the next step. Your phone will be wiped again in the next step.
If your device wasn't detected when running the tool, make sure you have the Qualcomm USB driver installed. To do this, open device manager. Under "QHUSB_BULK", select "Update Driver Software", and use the .cab file you found earlier.
Unlock the Bootloader
Before you may root the phone, you will need to do the following.
Enable Developer Mode:
Open your Settings application and go to "About Phone".
Tap the section that says "Build Number" five times consecutively.
You will now have developer mode.
Enable OEM Unlocking/USB debugging:
Open your Settings application and click the search button.
Search for and enable the option: "OEM unlocking".
Search for and enable the option: "USB debugging".
You will be asked if you want to trust the device when it's plugged in. Click "Allow".
You will want to do the following, using the ADB/Fastboot you downloaded:
Make sure your phone is plugged in.
Run the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone will reboot into the bootloader.
Run the following:
fastboot oem unlock
Use the volume/power buttons on your phone, to confirm.
Your phone will reboot and wipe itself, as well the Chinese applications. Perform the phone's normal setup again.
The bloatware and Chinese apps will return when you perform an OTA update at the end of the guide. They can also be removed/disabled.
Rooting (Credit: DroidFreak32)
To root the phone we will be installing Magisk, using a patched boot.img from your current version of HydrogenOS. In this case, we are using version 11.0.1.2 (the version of the MSM Download Tool). I will be providing the boot.img from my phone, which I have used personally.
You will want to download the following:
Patched 11.0.1.2 Boot.img (Download)
Canary Magisk Manager (Download)
Preparation:
Re-enable developer mode, as well as USB debugging. Just like you did in the previous section.
Transfer the app-debug.apk to your phone, and install it through the phone's file manager.
Copy "magisk_patched_11.0.1.2.img" to your computer's ADB directory.
Rooting:
Run the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone will reboot into the bootloader.
Run the following:
fastboot boot magisk_patched_11.0.1.2.img
Your phone will reboot, using the patched boot.img.
Enter the Magisk Manager app you installed earlier.
Tap Magisk (Install) -> Perform Direct Install
You will have root on reboot!
If Magisk says it needs to reboot to apply changes, you will need to follow the last set of steps again.
If for some reason the boot.img I provided doesn't work, you will need to follow DroidFreak32's guide. His guide is very detailed and will instruct you on how to create your own patched boot.img and root the phone.
Installing Google Apps (Credit: Steve0007)
To install Google Apps, we will be using WeebGapps (Magisk Module). There is no custom recovery available, so this is the best way to sideload Google Apps currently.
You will want to download the zip from this link:
https://t.me/s/WeebGAppsChannel?q=#Android_11+#magisk_mode (Requires Telegram)
After downloading the zip:
Transfer the zip you have downloaded to your phone's storage.
Open Magisk Manager
Select the Modules icon (looks like a puzzle piece)
Select "Install from storage"
Install the module's zip file
Your phone will reboot, with Google Apps
If you receive version errors when installing the module, download an older version. Version 4.0.4 worked perfect for me.
Updating
Unlike on OxygenOS, you will actually be able to download and perform OTA updates, through the Settings app. If you do not follow the steps below when updating, you will lose root.
Disable your Magisk module when updating, and re-enable after you have successfully updated!
I also recommend disabling "automatic system updates" via Settings, as they can break your root.
Follow these steps:
If you are missing the Play Store after updating, install it from here. If you happen to mess up or lose Google Apps, try uninstalling/reinstalling the module.
If you do happen to lose root, you will want to follow DroidFreak32's guide, as I've only provided the patched boot.img for 11.0.1.2.
Bloatware
You're probably annoyed by all the preinstalled garbage. I've made a short script that disables the Chinese market and removes all 3rd party Chinese applications.
Disabling Market and Removing 3rd Party Apps:
Visit here: https://pastebin.com/raw/3SsA1tpc
Open notepad and save the above text as a .bat file.
Copy and run the file from your ADB directory.
You will likely need to run this script each update, as applications are added back on update. I've decided to leave the other applications on my device for now. If you want to remove even more, Steve0007 recommended this resource.
Credits
Steve0007 for working with me to find the solid solution for Google Apps.
WeebGApps for the module that installs Google Apps.
DroidFreak32 for his thread on rooting the Oneplus 8T.
Some_Random_Username and g96818 for uploading/sharing the MSM download tools.
Most of this information is compiled from other sources, so consider supporting the developers listed above.
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Hello.
Thinking to experience the Hydrogen and using all related Google Apps at the same time but the file downloaded was in 7z format. Thought it is in zip format. How am I going to extract then?
Salam.Husin said:
Thinking to experience the Hydrogen and using all related Google Apps at the same time but the file downloaded was in 7z format. Thought it is in zip format. How am I going to extract then?
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You'll need WinRAR or another program to extract the archive. Apologies for the confusion.
OniAraAra said:
You'll need WinRAR or another program to extract the archive. Apologies for the confusion.
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Got it.
To be frank, how is it going? I mean with hydrogen os and having google apps workable at the same time?
Salam.Husin said:
Got it.
To be frank, how is it going? I mean with hydrogen os and having google apps workable at the same time?
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After eliminating the bloatware, it's actually very nice. Asides from minor issues with the Play store vanishing, it should serve everyone's needs perfectly.
That said, I do encourage people abstain from installing the Google Apps if they are uncomfortable reinstalling the APK when or if it vanishes. We're finding a fix for this.
OniAraAra said:
After eliminating the bloatware, it's actually very nice. Asides from minor issues with the Play store vanishing, it should serve everyone's needs perfectly.
That said, I do encourage people abstain from installing the Google Apps if they are uncomfortable reinstalling the APK when or if it vanishes. We're finding a fix for this.
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You mean, Google Play Store and/or Google Play Services, to be specific? It keeps vanishing even after all means taken into consideration?
Right now, I have already got the msm tool for hydrogen. Thinking about to go through it or not... hmmm...

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 stock to Android 10

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 stock to Android 10
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (models SM-T713, T719, T813, T819) stock to Android 10 Q / LineageOS 17.1
Supported models:
- SM-T713 (gts28vewifi)
- SM-T719 (gts28velte)
- SM-T813 (gts210vewifi)
- SM-T819 (gts210velte)
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 to a powerful one with Android 10.
Make sure your tablet is compatible: in Android, go to Settings > About tablet. Check Model number is listed above.
If not, quit this tutorial.
### READ THOSE WARNING COMMENTS
### See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
### Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/djibe
CHANGELOG
v3. TWRP 3.6, update pack, add download links
v2. Add support for Netflix and Disney+, Magisk updated
v1. Initial release for Android 10
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Galaxy Tab S2 pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PcnZaQieCz3N0MJhOp6eC3MjAYYvx0wH/view?usp=sharing
(contains Samsung tweaked Odin 3.13.1 + Samsung USB drivers + TWRP 3.6 recovery for 4 models + Magisk Root). Unzip files.
+ ROM LineageOS 17.1 Unofficial: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-unofficial-10-lineageos-17-1-t713-t719-t813-t819.4070161/
SM-T713 (gts28vewifi): https://lineageos.wickenberg.nu/gts28vewifi
SM-T719 (gts28velte): https://lineageos.wickenberg.nu/gts28velte
SM-T813 (gts210vewifi): https://lineageos.wickenberg.nu/gts210vewifi
SM-T819 (gts210velte): https://lineageos.wickenberg.nu/gts210velte
Alternatives: https://los.rockhost.se/
### Camera doesn't work, 3G/Data network doesn't work
+ BiTGApps Package ARM64 10: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ Charge tablet to 100%
2) BACKUP DATA
Install Samsung USB drivers (you unzipped earlier).
Then plug tablet to PC in File transfer mode.
Collect all .jpg or .mp4
Use Google built-in cloud to backup apps like SMS Backup & Restore to backup texts, contacts, etc.
Backup your WhatsApp messages in Google Drive.
Everything else: podcasts, Authenticators, TODOs etc...
Then copy the backup on your PC.
Make sure you have latest official updates for your phone:
Connect to Wifi and go to Settings > About device > Software update > Update now
### BACKUP NOW, you will lose everything later.
3) FLASH TWRP 3.6 RECOVERY
Go to Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer Options.
Go to Settings > Developer options and switch OEM unlock ON.
Shut down tablet.
Boot in Download Mode: hold Home + Power + Volume- until you see Warning screen.
Confirm access to Download mode by pressing Volume+.
Tab now displays "Downloading... / Do not turn off target".
Connect tab in USB, wait for drivers installation.
Then launch Odin.exe (included in my archive) and wait for Odin indicator ID:COM to become blue.
In options: Verify re-partition and Auto Reboot are NOT ticked while F. Reset Time is ticked.
In AP > select corresponding twrp file for your model (ie: twrp-3.6.0_9-0-gts28vewifi.tar for SM-T713)
### Warranty will be Void after next click ###
Click Start.
Wait until flash Success message appears.
Unplug tablet.
Restart tablet to recovery:
- hold Power + Home + Volume- until tablet screen becomes black.
- and immediatly switch from Volume- to Volume+ (still holding Power + Home) to land in TWRP recovery.
### If Android launches, hold 3 buttons until phone restarts and Samsung logo appears.
4) BACKUP PARTITIONS AND SYSTEM (Nandroid backup)
Boot in Recovery Mode : Hold Home + Power + Volume+ until you see Samsung's logo then release and wait a few seconds for TWRP recovery to boot.
Recovery asks for Keep System Read Only ? > Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Go to Wipe > Format Data.
Type: yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Encryption is removed. You can now access partitions.
### If you miss this step you won't have access to any partition.
Back to home menu > Backup.
You can now select the partitions you want to save.
I prefer to backup System, Data and Boot partitions. In case of problem, you will have your tablet in its original state.
Swipe to Backup and wait during process.
Go to Home screen and continue with next chapter.
Save backup: still under TWRP recovery, connect tablet to PC.
Go to Mount menu and check Data partition is checked and MTB button is on "Disable MTP" state.
From Windows explorer, access tablet's memory and copy-paste the TWRP folder (located in root folder, beside DCIM and Music folders) somewhere safe on your computer.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
### Make sure you copied TWRP backup from internal memory to somewhere safe.
Go to Wipe > Advanced wipe,
select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, Cache then Swipe to Wipe.
Back to TWRP home screen, go to Reboot > Recovery and swipe to reboot.
On next launch, check the checkbox to remember choice and swipe to allow modifications.
5) FLASH ROM, GAPPS +/- MAGISK ROOT
Back to TWRP main menu, go to Mount menu again to connect tablet to PC again.
Connect tablet to PC and use Windows explorer to copy files on tablet's internal memory.
Copy TWRP folder from your tablet to somewhere safe on PC.
This backup can restore your tablet to its original Samsung state.
Copy files of ROM + Bitgapps + Magisk on tablet.
Go back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > choose los*.zip,
then Add more zips and select bitgapps*.zip,
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Again, go to Reboot > Recovery and swipe to reboot.
Optional: After restart, go to Install, select Magisk and swipe to flash.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System and on Install TWRP App? menu, tap on button Do Not Install
Wait for the tablet to boot.
It will be stuck with LineageOS animation on it's first launch. It is normal.
Force reboot using the Power and Volume Down buttons.
Now let LineageOS finish to start.
6) OPTIONAL: ROOT ACCESS
Configure Android as you like.
No need for extra work to be root.
Magisk launches with Android.
Superuser permissions can be managed from Magisk Manager app.
Open Magisk app (v23+).
Go to Settings > go to App Rename app to Godmode to hide hide.
Below, switch MagiskHide ON.
Now go to Magisk Modules tab > install liboemcrypto disabler and MagiskHide Props Config.
Connect to your Google account, download from Play Store Netflix and Disney+.
### If you are already connected to Google account.
Clear cache (Settings > Apps > All apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear storage) and restart tab.
Relaunch Play Store, Netflix and Disney+ will be available in SD.
7) TWEAKS
- Calibrate battery: https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/Battery_Calibration
- Set dark Mode to improve battery by 30%: Settings > Display > Dark theme
- For better battery, remove Always on display
Settings > Display > Screen saver > Desactivated
- Activate Developer options
Go to Settings > About.
At bottom, tap 7 times on Build number. You activated Developer options.
Go to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options.
- To tweak overclocking and more, use SmartPack-Kernel Manager
SmartPack-Kernel Manager - Apps on Google Play
The ultimate tool to manage your kernel
play.google.com
### If you experience battery drain, stick to 20220312 build (thx to @yoblo)
8) OBTAIN GOOGLE MOBILE SERVICES (GMS) CERTIFICATION
Google now restricts Google Play and Google apps access to certificated devices. Since you have a custom ROM, you are banned.
We now need to subscribe for the Google Play Certification.
Download Device ID (by Evozi) app from Play Store.
Launch app.
Tap on the Google Service Framework (GSF) line, then tap on the COPY button.
In your Android webbrowser, go to: https://www.google.com/android/uncertified/
Connect to Google using your Google/Android account.
In the input field of the page, paste the 16 digits code.
Click on the Save button, a success message confirms your device is Certified.
Then go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear storage
Do I need to re-certify it ?
"Your device’s GSF ID is reset every time your device is factory reset (or when you wipe the GSF app itself) since it is stored in your data partition, so you must re-register your GSF ID every time you perform either of these actions."
More info here : https://lineageos.org/Google-Play-Certification/
Enjoy,
djibe
Thanks: ripee, Luk1337, LineageOS team, TWRP team
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Force Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 to restart
Hold Power + Volume down for 10-20 seconds
I have just followed this to update my T719 tablet. All seems to work other than the camera, when you try to open the camera app it freezes before eventually saying 'unable to connect to camera', then closes. Have tried another camera app but still get the same issue. Is this a known error?
Thanks
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Hi @smarty79 , yes camera doesn't work.
I will be more precise about it.
Thx for reporting
Hi,
3G network doesn't work
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Do you mean that RIL does not work either (no 4G)?
Are you working on a fix for the camera and mobile network?
bulldozerecske said:
Hi,
Do you mean that RIL does not work either (no 4G)?
Are you working on a fix for the camera and mobile network?
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Hi, you have to be careful and download ROM according to your model.
EDIT: yes Data and camera are not working.
Sadly you won't find a ROM with these. Or tell me which one.
You may try this Oreo for camera: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...-resurrection-remix-os-6-2-x-discont.3865882/
djibe89 said:
Hi, you have to be careful and download ROM according to your model.
Only camera is working.
If netowrk is not, you probably have chosen the wrong ROM.
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I haven't downloaded any custom ROM yet since I need the Radio Interface Layer funcionality as well as the camera.
I have the T819 (LTE variant) but I would like to have a newer Android version than 7 because some apps are not supported anymore.
bulldozerecske said:
I haven't downloaded any custom ROM yet since I need the Radio Interface Layer funcionality as well as the camera.
I have the T819 (LTE variant) but I would like to have a newer Android version than 7 because some apps are not supported anymore.
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Hi, you won't find better ROM except that Data and camera don't work.
For camera you may try this Oreo ROM: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...-resurrection-remix-os-6-2-x-discont.3865882/
bulldozerecske said:
I haven't downloaded any custom ROM yet since I need the Radio Interface Layer funcionality as well as the camera.
I have the T819 (LTE variant) but I would like to have a newer Android version than 7 because some apps are not supported anymore.
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LineageOS 16 has RIL working, at least on the T719.
succefully installed. Thnak you !
Tutorial updated for Netflix and Disney+
sorry for this but i failed and i need help
i did every thing until wipe but afterwards my PC unable to see device folders so i can load the files
side note: didn't backup also so stuck on recovery screen
help please!!!
Thanks for this, works exactly as stated...
However I misread it, "### Camera doesn't work, 3G/Data network doesn't work" - I thought oh I don't care about 3G, I'm always connected to LTE without my brain acknowledging that it's all cellular connectivity not just 3G. DOH.
Is there anything available for SM-T817V? Looking desperate help to update Android 10.
Thanks
fmc000 said:
LineageOS 16 has RIL working, at least on the T719.
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any particular build? there are multiple versions Thanks
When I boot, I end up back in the TWRP main menu. I've tried:
"Reboot System and on Install TWRP App? menu, tap on button Do Not Install" after:
"Then tap on Install > choose los*.zip,
then Add more zips and select opengapps*.zip,"
(advice given in another forum) but it makes no difference: LineageOS animation continued for several minutes, then I get into RECOVERY REBOOT and back to TWRP menu.
Samsung SM-T813
lineage-17.1-20210918-UNOFFICIAL-gts210vewifi
open_gapps-arm64-10.0-nano-20210929
Magisk-v23.0
Hi @Tetenterre,
first boot leads to bootloop.
Flash > boot > force reboot and wait
Thanks for your reply, djibe89 - when I do that (ie Power & Volume down), I end up back in TWRP.
Installed successfully by following your guide to a T (although I used the latest TWRP). I know support for this old girl has probably reached it's limit, but it was tough to find the ROM file (most links in the thread are dead - had to use one from archive.org)
Thanks a lot for putting this together!
MouldeyWan_Kenobi said:
Installed successfully by following your guide to a T (although I used the latest TWRP). I know support for this old girl has probably reached it's limit, but it was tough to find the ROM file (most links in the thread are dead - had to use one from archive.org)
Thanks a lot for putting this together!
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Hi, sorry for that.
Thanks for telling me. It's hard to keep up with all the models I support.
I'll try to fetch all files and backup these on Androidfilehost.
Thx for archive.org, didn't know it.
Enjoy

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