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[GUIDE] Installing B138 using Firmware Finder

NOTE: I don't take any responsibility for if you brick or damage your phone while doing this process - you are doing it on your own risk!!
NOTE2: This applies (tested) to upgrade on C432 version using stock recovery
I tested this method myself despite I was very skeptic to it
What you need?
1. Charged phone
2. Enabled installing unknown apps
3. Download Firmware Finder from Google Store (the free version)
what next?
1. Run Firmware Finder
2. Go to settings and make sure options chosen like on the screen below
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
3. Tool will prompt to download Firmware Finder Proxy - do it then install it
4. Go back to the tool and select firmware of your choice - make sure you select FULL (not OTA)
then click Send firmware to update
5. Firmware Finder Proxy window will open - do as described - go to Wifi, advanced add manual proxy as local host with 8080 port
6. Go to settings - update and choose three dots to download full package
7. It will attempt to download it but it may fail (as in my case) with message about unstable internet connection - go back to wifi settings and disable proxy, go back to update and resume it - update should start to download then follow as on screen instructions
Voila
PS. I am not sure if Huawei started to sign updates again or this method just work

masi0 said:
NOTE: I don't take any responsibility for if you brick or damage your phone while doing this process - you are doing it on your own risk!!
I tested this method myself despite I was very sceptic to it
What you need?
1. Charged phone
2. Enabled installing unknown apps
3. Download Firmware Finder from Google Store (the free version)
what next?
1. Run Firmware Finder
2. Go to settings and make sure options chosen like on the screen below
3. Tool will prompt to download Firmware Finder Proxy - do it then install it
4. Go back to the tool and select firmware of your choice - make sure you select FULL (not OTA)
then click Send firmware to update
5. Firmware Finder Proxy window will open - do as described - go to Wifi, advanced add manual proxy as local host with 8080 port
6. Go to settings - update and choose three dots to download full package
7. It will attempt to download it but it may fail (as in my case) with message about unstable internet connection - go back to wifi settings and disable proxy, go back to update and resume it - update should start to download then follow as on screen instructions
Voila
PS. I am not sure if Huawei started to sign updates again or this method just work
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hi
in my case it doesnt work
MHA-L29C432B126
Europe Mate 9 Dual Sim
greetz Benji

why is it not working?

Thanks very much! Ich had to try it a few times but it worked at the end.

masi0 said:
why is it not working?
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stuck at 5% installing
EDIT: Worked is Downloading now
EDIT 2 : failed to install, booted to TWRP, nothing else
greetz benji

Benji1983 said:
stuck at 5% installing
greetz benji
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You didn't read the guide carefully or you didn't choose the correct firmware for phone.
this process will fail only at authentication.

Very slow rom download but this procedure it is working. Thank you for this finding!

masi0 said:
NOTE: I don't take any responsibility for if you brick or damage your phone while doing this process - you are doing it on your own risk!!
I tested this method myself despite I was very sceptic to it
What you need?
1. Charged phone
2. Enabled installing unknown apps
3. Download Firmware Finder from Google Store (the free version)
what next?
1. Run Firmware Finder
2. Go to settings and make sure options chosen like on the screen below
3. Tool will prompt to download Firmware Finder Proxy - do it then install it
4. Go back to the tool and select firmware of your choice - make sure you select FULL (not OTA)
then click Send firmware to update
5. Firmware Finder Proxy window will open - do as described - go to Wifi, advanced add manual proxy as local host with 8080 port
6. Go to settings - update and choose three dots to download full package
7. It will attempt to download it but it may fail (as in my case) with message about unstable internet connection - go back to wifi settings and disable proxy, go back to update and resume it - update should start to download then follow as on screen instructions
Voila
PS. I am not sure if Huawei started to sign updates again or this method just work
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Hell yeah! I finally managed to update my Mate 9 Pro v. LON-L29C636 from B124 to B139 following this guide to the T[emoji41] and it didn't even wipe my device. I'm currently downloading B156 hopefully this install without a hitched as well. Anyway a big thanks to OP and of course to the creator of the app Firmware Finder! Cheers
B156 downloaded and installed successfully!

Help
Hello could use this form of update to install a firmware C432 on a C521 without make Rebranding

thanks for sharing!

habnzrot said:
Hell yeah! I finally managed to update my Mate 9 Pro v. LON-L29C636 from B124 to B139 following this guide to the T[emoji41] and it didn't even wipe my device. I'm currently downloading B156 hopefully this install without a hitched as well. Anyway a big thanks to OP and of course to the creator of the app Firmware Finder! Cheers
B156 downloaded and installed successfully!
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And here I am stuck in the B139 because it doesn't verify the update B156.

Lodix said:
And here I am stuck in the B139 because it doesn't verify the update B156.
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I feel you man[emoji55] I've been stucked on B124 until I came across this thread ...not sure if it has any bearing but on the HiCare app I set the locality to China.

i was trying to download the 158 and at the end of the download, it says authentication fails. what's is going on? i'm on 636b138

habnzrot said:
I feel you man[emoji55] I've been stucked on B124 until I came across this thread ...not sure if it has any bearing but on the HiCare app I set the locality
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Doesn't work either :S

Lodix said:
Doesn't work either :S
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That's a bummer ? Can't think of any really, for what it's worth I got a locked bootloader and stock eRecovery.

I can verify that it works. You need to update using this screen that I've posted, after installing firmware finder and the proxy addon. Read OP's instructions clearly.

Nikorasu said:
I can verify that it works. You need to update using this screen that I've posted, after installing firmware finder and the proxy addon. Read OP's instructions clearly.
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Are you from SG? For me when I select full package and send the system update still picks only it's 427mb and fails to authenticate

aznboix said:
i was trying to download the 158 and at the end of the download, it says authentication fails. what's is going on? i'm on 636b138
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Any one has an answer?

anirudhks said:
Are you from SG? For me when I select full package and send the system update still picks only it's 427mb and fails to authenticate
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Yes, I'm from Singapore.
I followed the steps posted by Op. As I have no idea how to downgrade then upgrade to try again, I can't really help. Sorry about that.
You can try changing wifi proxy to localhost and port 8080.

Tried this said the file was signed and couldnt install it downloaded it 2 times

[Guide] How to ROOT + TWRP + Install Nougat on Canadian LG D852

*** Important: Your Warranty Is now Void. Always take a Nandroid backup. I am not responsible if you damage your phone or lose any data***
Hello everyone. I created this guide for the Canadian D852 since I didn’t find anything that was straight forward. Credit goes to all the developers who made it possible for us to keep using our beloved LG G3.
This is my first attempt to create and share a guide. I hope it will be useful to other users. If you find any error or have suggestions, please send me a message.
Download all the files before you begin. Do not forget to copy your ROM and GAPPS to your SDCARD before you install TWRP.
Go back to Lollipop using LGUP **Always use USB 2 port. It won't work with USB3**:
Download your kdz (d85220… not d85230). I downloaded mine from:
https://lg-firmwares.com/lg-d852-firmwares/
Follow these instructions (works with D852 don’t worry):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64624353&postcount=3
Choose the kdz from your provider. For example, I have an unlocked Fido phone but I want to use it with Bell. So I used the Bell 20k KDZ.
When selecting a file to flash, type *.* and press Enter in the filename for your .kdz to show up. If you do not, it will only show .tot.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Root your phone using this method:
Enable ADB debugging.
Unplug usb cable.
Go to Settings > About Phone > Software Information and tap build number until you are presented with "You are now a developer".
Back to Settings screen.
In Developer Options, enable USB Debugging.
Connect usb cable.
Click OK when asked to allow USB debugging in android.
I use the root.bat method. If it doesn’t work go back to step 1 and try again.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-method-lg-devices-t3129197
Install TWRP using Autorec:
Copy the rom and GAPPS to your SDCARD before you install TWRP.
Download the file from here:
https://mega.nz/#F!rtI1naZT!LJIKUVpv8fYjrvhpykA4_A!2o433RBZ
Transfer the file to you internal or external SD card.
Head in to Settings -> General -> Security, then scroll down until you see Unknown sources. Tick the checkbox, then hit OK on the next prompt.
Install APK via the file manager.
Open App.
Grant root access.
Wait a few seconds while it does some backup.
Wait for prompt to say that it is ready to flash.
Click the button to Flash TWRP.
Wait for it to be done.
Phone will reboot into TWRP
Update TWRP to the latest version if you want.
Download and install Nougat rom. Tested with CrDroid v3.6 and open_gapps-arm-7.1-nano.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/development/rom-crdroid-t2955012
http://opengapps.org/
**I’m not sure if it’s necessary but I did it anyway** Flash Dene Hybrid Baseband via TWRP (don’t forget to wipe cache and dalvik after) if necessary (mobile data is unstable etc…).
https://mega.nz/#F!rtI1naZT!LJIKUVpv8fYjrvhpykA4_A!2tJFBLLK
Source: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/development/canadian-d852-stock-bumped-rooted-rom-t3056843
That’s it! Enjoy Android Nougat!
N.B. That is the only way I was able to get a stable mobile data connection. Only flashing baseband did not work for me.

Thanks, barguin, for a very informative thread.
How is the battery life on this Nougat ROM? I will be switching from Fulmics MM, and my provider is Fido.

Battery is very good. I can do a full day easyly.
Regards!

@barguin: thanks for the quick response. Did you try Exposed for Nougat? I know that Exposed is frowned upon in the CrDroid thread, but there are a couple of modules I would like to try. Thanks.

I do not use exposed...sorry.

Thx
You saved my pitiful unrooted D852! Thxsm

Officeryanki said:
You saved my pitiful unrooted D852! Thxsm
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Happy to hear that

Btw
Can i flash with lg flash tool? And also if im flashing with lgup do i go into download mode

Officeryanki said:
Can i flash with lg flash tool? And also if im flashing with lgup do i go into download mode
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Personally I had some problems with lg flash tool.
There is no need to enter download mode! LGUP will do it for you.

I read the heading in this thread and it said something about not downloading the D85230 file .. and my phone is D8530g as shown in the screenshot .. so is the D85220 file gonna damage my phone .... Sorry for the newbie question !
Sent from my LG-D852 using XDA Free mobile app

The D85220 file will not damage your phone. Instead, that file will install an older Android version on your phone, namely Lollipop (this step is required to gain root). You are currently on Android Marshmallow, and you will end up with Android Nougat if you complete all steps correctly. The procedure is meant to work like this, one step back, two steps forward.
The "20" or "30" in the file names (on that website hosting KDZs) have the following meaning:
"20" = it's a Lollipop file
"30" = it's a Marshmallow file
"40" = it's a Nougat file (I can only wish, there is no such Nougat file).
But seriously, the procedure requires more than a modicum of familiarity with flashing and with using various pieces of software. There is potential for bricking your phone.
No offense, but, judging from your question, I would suggest that you should enlist the help of a friend who is a bit more knowledgeable on this topic.

Guys .. Can I use the ROM on D855?! If not, so how to flash the ROM without getting any issues?!!
Thanks.

Do not flash the rom on the D855 it's only for the canadian variant.

Did this on my d852 and it's stuck booting on Oreo, Nougat, and stock Lollipop. Happened after I installed TWRP, any fixes?
edit: i think it was the roms.. got 3 bad ones i guess lol. fulmics worked.

Just an FYI, I followed the LGUP instruction for my Bell D852 but it was soft bricked, doing the flash using "refurbish" instead of "upgrade" did it for me and I was able to finish rooting my device!

How to root symphony i60.... please reply me

my phone no sound
I do not hear sound from my phone after installing CRDroid. the programs are working. YouTube is opening but I can not hear the sound of the media being played.
I do not hear the sound of the media played when I plug in the phone.
please help me.

Thanks alot man, this was super handy!
Edit: Seems I've got that problem where shutting the phone off bugs it and it won't turn back on unless you remove the battery and put it back in. It also resets the time. Kind of annoying. Seems to happen to some D852s after installing TWRP.

OREO Is Rolling!

Thought I'd just leave that here since this must be the deadest section on all of XDA
Already going out it seems: https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/03/16/android-8-0-oreo-rolling-xperia-xa1-family/
http://www.xperiablog.net/2018/03/16/xperia-xa1-family-gets-android-oreo-update-48-1-a-0-116/

Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?

dancress said:
Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?
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https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/
Emma is the new flashtool :laugh:

karandpr said:
https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/
Emma is the new flashtool :laugh:
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Thanks! Didn't know this works without an account now!

Not in Europe still... awaiting

maclex said:
Not in Europe still... awaiting
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Currently rolling for G3123 (Americas model) and G3125, European model G3121 hasn't gotten it yet

dancress said:
Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?
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Flashtool is still working for XA1. I already flash Oreo in my G3116, with G3112 Rom

boyrock said:
Flashtool is still working for XA1. I already flash Oreo in my G3116, with G3112 Rom
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You wouldn't have a link to an FTF would you.

dancress said:
You wouldn't have a link to an FTF would you.
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You can make a ftf with XperiFirm on Flashtool. The latest version of Flashtool come with Xperifirm inside, so you can choose the version what you need and create the ftf to flash.

Would it be possible/safe to update the G3221 with a G3223 firmware file?

maya79 said:
Would it be possible/safe to update the G3221 with a G3223 firmware file?
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Take a look, it will probably solve your problem:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page2

boyrock said:
You can make a ftf with XperiFirm on Flashtool. The latest version of Flashtool come with Xperifirm inside, so you can choose the version what you need and create the ftf to flash.
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Thanks man. This actually works (yay!) but it won't flash. Something about a script missing no matter which version I use.
Well. I'll probably survive the few days

So, will Substratum Work on the device with oreo??

dancress said:
Thanks man. This actually works (yay!) but it won't flash. Something about a script missing no matter which version I use.
Well. I'll probably survive the few days
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Before you flash, change the name of file in C:\Users\XXXX\.flashTool\devices\G32XX from 42.0.fsc to 48.1.fsc. When you start the flash, flashtool will ask if you want to use. Answer yes.
Or you can try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
I never used it, so i can't garantee the sucess.
Sorry my bad english.

This is what I'm getting whenever I try to flash any FTF:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
What does this mean? And what can be done about it?
- Bootloader is unlocked of course
- USB Debugging and Unknown Sources are on (is this relevant in Flashmode and/or Fastboot?)

dancress said:
This is what I'm getting whenever I try to flash any FTF:
What does this mean? And what can be done about it?
- Bootloader is unlocked of course
- USB Debugging and Unknown Sources are on (is this relevant in Flashmode and/or Fastboot?)
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This error refers to the flashtool .fsc file.
You can try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page3
In my case, i flashed G3112 in my G3116. At first, flashtool would not allow me because the .fsc file was not compatible with the rom I was using. So I changed the name from 40.0.fsc (first digits of the nougat rom) to 48.1.fsc (from the Oreo rom) in the \ .flashtool\Devices\G31XX folder. When I started the flash, flashtool asked me if I would use the 48.1.fsc file, so I clicked Yes and the flash was started.
I believe you should look for this folder for your device (G32XX) in the \ .flashtool \ Devices directory and make this change in the file.

Finally done. Whew there that was not beginner's work for sure - if you don't know exactly what you're doing, don't do it. Now only 2 things left... is this worth half a day's work (and I have done this about a million times)? And where to find TWRP because life without Magisk sucks donkey balls.
Short version:
- Install the latest Flashtool. Install the drivers in x:\flashtool\drivers. Won't work without them. I didn't find specific drivers for the XA1 so I just checked all of them. ATTENTION: For this to work you'll have to deactivate Windows' Driver Signing. Restart via the start menu and hold SHIFT while doing so. You'll get to the Device Repair options. Go to Advanced, Boot Options, Restart, press 7 for turning off Driver Signing. Then install all the drivers in this package. They're safe, don't worry. DS will be on again when you restart Windows.
- Make an FTF as described upthread (thanks!) or get one, like here. I'm in Austria and the MEA version works for me. Your mileage may vary though.
- Let Flashtool recognize your phone by connection it when booted normally.
- If you get the 'driver too old' alert, go into Windows Device manager. Boot phone into Flashmode. See what's coming up - like SECM Device. Delete it including its files. Go back to the start and reinstall the drivers.
- Now go into C:\Users\xxxxxxx\.flashTool\devices\G31XX and rename it from from 40.0.fsc to 48.1.fsc (thanks @boyrock - I would NOT have thought of that). ATTENTION: While the FTF is 'prepared' aka unpacked, this file might be renamed back to 40.0.fsc. If it does that, just name it back while the preparation is still running in Flashtool.
- Now go and flash normally with Flashtool. You'll get an alert if you want to use that .fsc file - it's a clear YES.
Now it should flash.
I tried a dirty flash at first because I'm lazy. Booted fine for the first time, got a bootloop on the second. So wipe USERDATA in FT. Don't be me, do that whenever you upgrade to a new major version

boyrock said:
Take a look, it will probably solve your problem:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page2
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I've found that and updated successfully. Thanks.

[SOLVED, APN] No mobile network connection on LG V20 H990DS

I SOLVED IT JUST BY CONFIGURING AN APN. IT WAS TRIVIAL ALL ALONG, I'M A ****ING DUMBASS
Hi ya'll,
Yesterday I got me a V20 H990DS and proceeded to unlock it with dirtysanta.
I soon noticed I can't connect to the mobile network at all (network status is disconnected, always). Everything else works ok, SMS, Wifi, calls.
I flashed back to stock using a kdz and the problem remains the same. I have a couple of ideas as for what to do next:
Flash the modem: I remember having the same problem with my LG G4, all I had to do was to flash the appropriate modem. I don't know how to flash modems or where to get them though.
Flash the correct kdz: the packaging and an IMEI checker both state the phone is AUS and I might have flashed a wrong version of it. Another IMEI checker claims it belongs to the ABC region (?). Frankly, I don't think it even matters.
Use the secret menu to fix some network configurations: I know absolutely nothing about it so you'd have to guide me.
The bottom line is, I need help, please.

Flash this using LGUP and use only Partition Download option.
https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/4345/H990ds10b_00_OPEN_ESA_DS_OP_1102.kdz
You will get Blue screen saying phone reset status 2.
Then go to download mode again and flash Indian version v10j available on the same website.
Use same Partition Download option this time also.
Once successfully flashed... Phone gets its signals.
Try this and update
Cheers
https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/4345/H990ds10b_00_OPEN_ESA_DS_OP_1102.kdz
https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/10637/H990ds10j_00_OPEN_ESA_DS_OP_0923.kdz

DroneJC said:
Flash this using LGUP and use only Partition Download option.
You will get Blue screen saying phone reset status 2.
Then go to download mode again and flash Indian version v10j available on the same website.
Use same Partition Download option this time also.
Once successfully flashed... Phone gets its signals.
Try this and update
Cheers
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Hi, Thanks for the reply.
I'm using LGUP 1.14 with uppercut and I can't find any "only Partition Download option", The options I have available are: Refurbish, Upgrade, Phonesetting and FOTA Upgrade.
Which of these options should I use? Should I get a different version or LGUP?
I'd like to be 100% sure before I flash my phone again.
Thanks again.

revolverg said:
Hi, Thanks for the reply.
I'm using LGUP 1.14 with uppercut and I can't find any "only Partition Download option", The options I have available are: Refurbish, Upgrade, Phonesetting and FOTA Upgrade.
Which of these options should I use? Should I get a different version or LGUP?
I'd like to be 100% sure before I flash my phone again.
Thanks again.
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Try installing this...LGUP.zip file contents and try again. Uninstall your old version before proceeding. If your phone is detected in download mode as H990DS, then you should be able to see the options.
If your phone is not detected, then unzip V20 dll and paste in root folder of LGUP in the C/programfiles path.
Cheers

DroneJC said:
Try installing this...LGUP.zip file contents and try again. Uninstall your old version before proceeding. If your phone is detected in download mode as H990DS, then you should be able to see the options.
If your phone is not detected, then unzip V20 dll and paste in root folder of LGUP in the C/programfiles path.
Cheers
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Hi, Thanks for the reply again.
I get this dialog and I don't know which partitions to choose:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Sorry for questioning every step of the process, Flashing partitions is a serious business and I don't want to brick my phone, it's brand new.
Thanks in advance

revolverg said:
Hi, Thanks for the reply again.
I get this dialog and I don't know which partitions to choose:
Sorry for questioning every step of the process, Flashing partitions is a serious business and I don't want to brick my phone, it's brand new.
Thanks in advance
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Important... download only indian version as given in link for H990DS and when you get dialog, select all and press start...in 3 min your phone will reboot and thats it, your phone is back to life

I flashed to the first kdz and then the second one, just like you told me, There's 0 difference. No mobile network, the rest is unchanged.
I think it might have something to do with regional settings of frequencies and bands, I'm in Israel so maybe I need to change some settings on the secret menu.
I'll ask around and update you if I find a working solution.

Great news you guys!
Apparently all I needed to do was to configure an APN with my provider's details, that's it.
I'm ecstatic!

[Guide] How To Install OREO Update Before It Is Released

How To Install OREO Update Before It Is Released
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Prerequisites:
Updated to Nougat
Unlocked bootloader
TWRP installed
Basic understanding on how to use TWRP
If you don't know how to unlock your bootloader and install TWRP see post #2
I am using my device the [FRD-L04] as an example in this guide.
Step 1 Get Firmware
Create a folder on you computer and name it "oreo-update".
Go to the Firmware Finder website and find the Oreo update for your device.
Left click on the "filelist" and it will display three download links. One for "update.zip", One for "update_data_full_public.zip" and One for update_full_FRD-L04_hw_usa.zip.
Copy and paste each download link for your device into your browser's address bar and download them to your "oreo-update" folder.
You may see more than three files. The last one will have your model number in it.
Now go to your "oreo-update" folder.
Rename "update_data_full_public.zip" to "update_data_public.zip"
Rename "update_full_FRD-L04_hw_usa.zip" to "update_all_hw.zip"
Step 2 Get HuRUpdater
HuRUpdater is a great program that flashes unapproved and approved updates in TWRP.
Go to the HuRUpdater post and download the latest version to your "oreo-update" folder. Be sure to hit the thanks button while your there.
Step 3 Install Oreo
Copy "oreo-update" folder to your SD Card.
Boot to TWRP
I recommend doing a full backup and a wipe before flashing.
Choose install from the TWRP menu and select your SD Card
Navigate to your "oreo-update" folder and flash "HuRUpdater" it will prompt you to hit the volume down button to start the process.
HuRUpdater will flash the update for you. I ended up with three errors which didn't seem to matter.
Reboot and enjoy
Optional Flash TWRP
It may be possible this process relocked your bootloader. So you may need to unlock your bootloader again.
Download the latest version of TWRP from this post. This TWRP wasn't designed for our device but is the closest to a fully working TWRP I could find. DO NOT post any problems or bugs in that post!
TWRP 3.2.1-0
The fastboot commands have changed. The new command is "fastboot flash recovery_ramdisk RECOVERY.img"
If you like this guide please consider hitting the thanks button.

Useful Stuff
As of July 25th 2018 the unlock code application service has ended. You now have to use DC Unlocker to get your unlock code.
How to unlock your bootloader and install TWRP
DC Unlocker download page
How to read Huawei Android phone bootloader code with DC Unlocker
Huawei bootloader unlock tutorial by DC Unlocker
Here is how you install Magsk now

Thanks for the sharing. Could you explain a little more about which parts of the twrp for oreo are not working?

freemannhp said:
Thanks for the sharing. Could you explain a little more about which parts of the twrp for oreo are not working?
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The only things I have found is it can't decrypt the Data partition and it tries to mount a partition that isn't on the Honor 8. It will wipe the Data partition though. I'm sure it is only a matter of time until someone builds one for our device.

And how lo unlock bootloader? Webpage is unavaliable...

edomali said:
And how lo unlock bootloader? Webpage is unavaliable...
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Here is a link with some alternative methods. Just follow the unlock bootloader section. Use the other thread for installing TWRP.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-8/how-to/guide-unlock-bootloader-tested-root-t3443946
Edit: Here is a working link to Huawei unlock code request page.
https://hwid5.vmall.com/CAS/portal/userRegister/regbyemail.html

Thanks for sharing,but i think link is wrong,i dont see where can i type imei number

Wanted to wait for ota because I thought I couldn't unlock my bootloader anyway. Recently found out I still had an unlock code on my pc somewhere. If I update with this method, will I still get future OTAs?

edomali said:
Thanks for sharing,but i think link is wrong,i dont see where can i type imei number
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I seem to be having trouble making it past the registration. I get "system is busy". If I remember correctly you have to register first. Then you can request your unlock code. You might want to try the alternative methods listed.

timwelter said:
Wanted to wait for ota because I thought I couldn't unlock my bootloader anyway. Recently found out I still had an unlock code on my pc somewhere. If I update with this method, will I still get future OTAs?
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I can't say for sure, but I would think so as long as you have the stock recovery installed. I know that when I flashed back to Nougat this way I was able to get OTA's.

Check this out. It looks like Huawei is giving us the big middle finger.
https://www.xda-developers.com/honor-huawei-bootloader-unlock-page-disappears/
Edit: I guess this isn't anything new but I figure I would share it anyway.

srgrusso said:
I can't say for sure, but I would think so as long as you have the stock recovery installed. I know that when I flashed back to Nougat this way I was able to get OTA's.
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So if I flash this with hurupdater it'll automatically install the stock recovery again (remove twrp)?

timwelter said:
So if I flash this with hurupdater it'll automatically install the stock recovery again (remove twrp)?
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Yes. It will flash it back to stock. Although it didn't lock the bootloader for me.

srgrusso said:
Yes. It will flash it back to stock. Although it didn't lock the bootloader for me.
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Thanks gonna try this tonight.

srgrusso said:
Check this out. It looks like Huawei is giving us the big middle finger.
https://www.xda-developers.com/honor-huawei-bootloader-unlock-page-disappears/
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This article is actually quite old, isn't it ?

pix106 said:
This article is actually quite old, isn't it ?
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It is. If you read the comments below someone posted this from Huawei.
https://twitter.com/bang_gogo_/stat...ault#version=10804c0adb9962a677c2c75e13cd1e83

srgrusso said:
It is. If you read the comments below someone posted this from Huawei.
https://twitter.com/bang_gogo_/stat...ault#version=10804c0adb9962a677c2c75e13cd1e83
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Which seems quite old too

pix106 said:
Which seems quite old too
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I know it is old news, but I don't think the age of the article matters as much as the fact is that Huawei will no longer be giving out unlock codes. Just about every article you read is from that time period because that is when Huawei made the announcement. I admit I might have missed the bus on this one.

srgrusso said:
I know it is old news, but I don't think the age of the article matters as much as the fact is that Huawei will no longer be giving out unlock codes. Just about every article you read is from that time period because that is when Huawei made the announcement. I admit I might have missed the bus on this one.
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Today someone posted a new link for a new form, that's funny you post the plder news today too
I don't know if the new form is that new or if it works though

srgrusso said:
I seem to be having trouble making it past the registration. I get "system is busy". If I remember correctly you have to register first. Then you can request your unlock code. You might want to try the alternative methods listed.
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I don't know either where I should look for the unlock code. I get to this page after I log into my Huawei ID.