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Honor 6 Guides

This thread created in order to gather the relative guides for the beloved, Honor 6. Other users are welcome to post their own guides, or they can pm me to add something to my guides. Also, if you find any mistake on my guides you can pm me by pointing the mistake and what is correct based on a source written in any public place or here on XDA. If you find mistake/s on other user's guides please kindly pm them as I can't edit their posts, if you can't communicate with the user, you can always try to pm a moderator or admin to edit the user's post.
Some of the following guides may work in other Huawei phones, like Honor 3C, Honor 3X etc, but we can't confirm it. If you don't own an Honor 6, please be careful while using the following guides.
Don't post your questions here as there is another sub forum especially for it, right here http://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-6/help
List of Guides
1. How to update Honor 6 and other information
2. Google Play Installation and Syncing for Contacts and Calendar
3. Changing the Default Apps on EMUI 3.0
4a. Adding more than one Google Account with YouTube App
4b. Adding more than one Google Account with Google Chrome
5. Understanding the different versions of Honor 6
6. Enable Bubble Notifications
7. Automatic Power on, using the Alarm App

For future use.

Update Methods and other information
0. Official Update Channels from Huawei
Before you start updating your favorite Honor 6 through OTA, Local Update (LU) or with The 3 Buttons (3B) method you have to understand what kind of ROM you have to download and update to.
The official channels from Huawei are currently only two, which makes the things easier.
The first one is the beta/dev channel. This channel usually includes new features and bug fixes that have yet to arrive at the stable ROM or they won't arrive at all.
The second one is the so-called "stable". It's usually polished and as possible as it can be bug free. If you don't know what ROM to Download use this channel.
An easy way to distinguish these two ROMs is the following.
1. Go to Settings
2. About phone
3. Build Number
There you will find a complex string that contains letters and numbers. You have to look for the last four or more characters. The chances are that the last 3 characters will be in the form of BXXX, where XXX are numbers. If it is in a form of B6XX or 4.XX.YY where XX is the month and YY are the day, on which, this ROM released, then you are on the beta channel. If the string is in a form of B3XX then you are in the stable channel. The last four or more characters may change in the future, please ask any active user, to guide you through, if you don't know in which channel you are on.
Before you start any update procedure please be sure that you have at least 33% of battery and you have a copy(backup) of your files.
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To update a Honor 6 there are two, plus one, methods. The one is through the so-called OTA (Over The Air) without the need to connect the smartphone to the computer. The other one is the classical one, that you have to download the ROM on your PC and then copy it, on the memory of your phone or in a removable disk (USB STICK).
1. OTA
The update through OTA, is the easiest, fastest and the most "bloodless". Depending on the update channel that you already present (read above), you will get the same channel update. Explaining a little bit further, if you are on the beta channel you will get the updates of the beta channel, if you are on the stable channel you will get the stable channel updates, there are no crossovers between OTAs*.
*There is only one situation, at the moment, when using a beta version you will end up, in the future (after several updates) updating to the stable channel. This is when Huawei will test a new version of EMUI. In more detail, when Huawei was testing the early versions of EMUI 3.0, it was basically a beta channel for this specific version. This beta channel, as it was an ongoing project, after several updates and due to the project's maturation, it resulted in the first stable version of EMUI 3.0, also known as version B307. After that, Huawei, again splitted the stable channel, in a new beta channel with 4.XX.YY codename and a new stable channel with code B3XX as described above.
1. Go to the Settings
2. Updater (second choice from the last)
3. And tap Check for updates
When you will do the third step (and there is an update to be done by Huawei) there will pop up a message and a wizard will guide you through the update process. When the download of the OTA get finished, the Honor 6 will restart itself, get into recovery and install the update, after all it will return to your home screen with the new update installed.
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2. Local Update (LU) or Update via USB drive (USB)
Before we continue explaining the Local Update procedure, let's distinguish the differences between Local Update and Update via USB drive options.
In order for the LU method to be completed, the file must reside in the memory of the mobile phone or microSD card. While on the USB method, the file must be in a removable disk (USB STICK) and be connected through USB OTG cable to Honor 6.
Usually because of the it's easiness the LU method is preferred.
1. Download the ROM from the official site of Huawei (See here) with the help of a Download Manager, like Free Download Manager in order to have better speed and an error free file.
2. The file that you have downloaded it's a zip file which contains a dload folder and a PDF file with a guide. The guide in the PDF is in Chinese, so it's not usable for the most of us here.
3. Extract the zip file wherever you feel like in your PC.
4. Copy the dload folder on the microSD card for the LU method or in a USB stick for the USB method. Before you do so, for the USB Method, please be sure that the USB stick is empty and formatted to FAT32. If dload folder is already present in either of the two methods, delete it.
5. Go to Settings ---> Updater ---> Menu (3 stripes in the bottom) ---> Choose either Local Update or Update via USB, depending on your choice above.
After the selection, the phone will reboot itself and will continue with the update procedure as described in the OTA method.
The OTA, LU and USB methods are not deleting your files, but it is highly recommended to take a backup of all your files before you start any update procedure.
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3. Update through the 3 Buttons (3B)
Last but not least, there is an option to update with the 3 buttons. The so-called three buttons are, the Power On/Off + Volume Up + Volume Down. The method to update with the 3B are the same as the LU but the update procedure changes a little bit.
1. Follow the LU method until step 4 (you do step 4).
2. Turn off the Honor 6.
3. After the shutdown is complete, press the buttons I described above and hold them until the update procedure is started.
Be aware that this update procedures will delete everything in the Honor's 6 memory (not the microSD Card) so if you have any files in there, take a backup of them.
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4. Update through Leaked OTAs/ROMs
Attention!The following procedure is to be followed, only and only when, it is well written that the file that you have downloaded is a leaked one. If it is not, then please follow guides 1,2,3 as described above.
Moreover, the following procedure is to be followed, if not any other guide has been given with the leaked material.
Last but not least, the following guide is based on a leaked material inside a zip file. If you don't know what you are trying to do, please ask for more information or a confirmation that this particular method will work.
1. Download the zip* file.
2. Rename it to update.zip
3. Copy the update.zip file, to the dload folder (if there is none, create it. If there is already one present, delete it)
4. Follow the LU method from step 5 and beyond.
The zip file must contain folders, META-INF, patch, system and the file UPDATE.APP. There is a chance it may contain more or less files and folders depending on the leaked material. If the zip does not contain this folder, but there is another zip inside the first one, that contains this folder, then extract the second zip and follow the above procedure.
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Other Information
If anything goes wrong with the update, you can always check the update log. First of all you will need a File Explorer that is capable of showing the folder that needs to be accessed. I have already tested ES Explorer and works great, other File Explorers may work too. As @chrissss91 told me, the update log can be found at /splash2/recovery_log , feel free to thank him
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All the above guides have been written following official guides from Huawei and personal experience from me and other myphone.gr and xda members. No responsibility will be granted, by following the above guides, if anything happens to you or your phone. By following and doing the above procedures or any combinations of them, you accept the above condition. Use the guides with your own responsibility.

Installing Google Play / Contact & Calendar Sync
The installation of the Google Play and the syncing of Contacts and Calendar, is an easy task for Honor 6. All you have to do is to follow the procedure below:
1. Open the App Center (Huawei's App Store)
2. Search for "google play services", download and install it.
3. Install Google play store it shows up when you search for the google play services
4. Search for the term "google"
5. Tap the image that has several google services and products
6. Install the apps that shows a little human and a calendar.
See the images below for more help.

Changing the Default Apps on EMUI 3.0
Changing the default apps in EMUI 3.0 is a kind of tricky. You will have to do the following procedure.
1. Go to Settings
2. Manage Apps
3.All Tab
4.Find the app that already is default. Tap on and get in the settings, then scroll down and tap on the Clear defaults button.
5. Press the back button to get on the All screen.
6. Tap the Default app setings (it is a cog at the bottom of the screen)
7. Choose the category, that you want to change the default app.
8. Select your app and press back.
Eg. If you want to make Nova Launcher the Default Launcher, you will have to go to the Settings, Tap on Manage Apps, Find Huawei Home tap on it, Press the Clear Default Button, Press back, Press the cog, Choose Launcher, Choose Nova Launcher and finally press back.
Sometimes this procedure won't work.

Adding more than one Google Account
Adding another Google Account in your Huawei Honor 6 device is a piece of cake.
0.First you have to follow this guide to install GAPPS and Contact&Calendar Syncing.
1.After that download Youtube app from Google Play Store as usual.
2.Open youtube app and slide from left to right, to bring up the slidebar.
3. Press on your account name if you are already logged in, in the Youtube app or Connect if you are not.
4. Press the Add account option
5. In the next screen you can choose between, creating a new google account or synicng an existing one.
6. You can choose what will be synced
7. We can finally see that the new google account has been added.
You can see the images below, they are in the Greek Language, but I strongly believe that you will get through easily, even if Greek is not your native language .

Honor 6 Different editions
The Honor 6 currently is being sold in 6 different versions. The six different versions codenames are H60-L01, H60-L11, H60-L02, H60-L02 Unicom (L02-U), H60-L12 and H6-L04.
The L01 and L11 support only one SIM card (TD-SCDMA & TD LTE) but not European Networks (WCDMA, FTD LTE).
The L02, L02-U and L12 support two SIM cards (WCDMA 900/1200 & FDD LTE). The differences between L02 and L02-U are mostly in the boot logo which can be seen here.
The L04 supports only one SIM and it's the International edition of the Huawei Honor 6, and it's the only edition that officially distributed in Europe through hihonor and Huawei. The L04 supports WCDMA 900/1800/2100 and FDD LTE 800/1800/2100/2600/2600 (TD). This version is also being sold officially in Russia and India.
Storage: The L01, L02, L02-U, L04 have 16GB of storage and L11, L12 have 32GB
NFC: The only versions that support NFC are L11 and L12.
You can find a visual represent of all these in the following Google Spreadsheet by clicking here.

Enable Bubble Notifications from apps like FB Messenger, Link Buble etc.
Bubble notification was introduced, mainly to us by the Facebook Messenger and it's easiness to multitask between an opened app and the FB Messenger itself. After FB Messenger, many apps used this type of Notifications to interact with the user.
To enable these type of Notifications you should follow the procedure below.
1. Go to Settings
2. Notifications Manager
3. Go the right tab which is called Dropzones
4. Enable every app that you want to be able to have Bubble Notifications
5. Go to the left tab, Notifications, tap on the app that you enabled on the right tab and select Allow
After that, you will have to go to
1. Settings
2. Protected Apps
3. Make sure that the app is protected from closing.
For more help, please view the attached screenshots.

Auto Power On Honor 6 by alarm
The automatic power on of Honor 6 may seem a big help from some users. Although the Honor 6 doesn't have an option to do that by the settings, you can use the alarm app to do this.
1. Go to the Huawei's Alarm Clock
2. Create an alarm one minute earlier than the time that you want the phone to power on eg. if you want the phone to open at 20:00 you should create an alarm for 19:59
3. When you will turn you phone off don't forget to check the checkbox that says "Alarms will go off even when your phone is powered off. The next alarm will go off in XX minutes"
4. Then press OK
This will open the power on the Honor 6 automatically at the time that you want.
If the automatic power on of your Huawei Honor 6 is critical for you or your business please try it, before using it in a real environment.
Please see the image attached below.

You can on Google Chrome > Settings > Accounts add as many accounts you want.
And later we all see in the main options of Google Accounts.

bubble notification
good morning,
are holding an honor 6 with emui 3.0.
I wanted to enable notifications in the bubble for applications Gmail and Whatsapp.
Unfortunately in "dropzone" But I only see Skype and Twitter.
I checked for these two applications there is permission "allow notifications" and that they remain active even when I turn off the screen ("Blocked Applications").
Can someone please help me?
Also I wanted to know how I can save the default tab sd all downloaded files and photos downloaded from whatsapp.
thanks

@RomanosN
You may like to add this guide for Benefit of all
Charging your battery fully to 100% is known to be harmful to the battery. Similarly, leaving the phone plugged in after charging is also bad. There is a safe way of charging your battery to say 90% and cutting off or disconnecting charger without physically switching off
I have posted on XDA on this. Please try and leave your comments there. This is not to spam but spread awareness. Honor users rarely get some tweaks or tricks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63463031
Sent from my H60-L04 using XDA Free mobile app

my honor 6 get restart again and again after marshmallow beta update not started yet.

time to revive this old thread. anyone has success installing play store on Chinese Huawei p20 pro?
Sent from my MHA-L29 using Tapatalk

Weloop Tommy Smartwatch (FAQ/Updates/Hacks)

The purpose of this thread is to have all information regarding the Weloop Tommy, gathered, fresh and to the point.
(i am not affiliated with Weloop)
Please read both post number 1, 2 and search thread before asking questions thank you.
FAQ
Q:What is the latest firmware?
[Release] black watch v3.19 firmware update notifications [Copy link]
This update to the firmware update, the client does not update the current firmware version v3.18 firmware watches friends can try to use the old client detects the firmware update.
Update:
Solve watches restart, restore factory settings watches language will change.
Download Link:
iOS client 2.079: http://fir.im/iosobt
Android client 1.29.3702b: http://fir.im/andobt
Unofficial file archive of WeLoop Tommy. APK-Files with ending "b" are BETA http://www.wtf.li/
Q: When is the next app update
A: Weloop v. 3.0 will be released as closed beta 7the of March 2015 we don't know when there will be an open english release....
the extensive update 3.0 have,
better health monitoring
profiles
sleep monitoring
more alarms weekdays/weekend
and more.
(see attached pictures for app version 3.0 UI improvements
Q: What does the settings do?
- Backlight
24H: Backligth always turns on when button is pressed
Nite: Backligth turns on when button is pressed at night time (from 17–8)
Off: Backligth Always Off
- Motion
24H: Motion detection always on (backlight turns on when motion is detected)
Nite: Motion detection on at night time (from 17-8)
Off: Motion detection Off
- Night
On: Notification vibration disabled at night (from 23–8)
Off: Notification enabled at night
- O Clock
On: every whole hour the watch will vibrate. 12'O'clock etc.
Off: Off
- Fitness
On: Fitness functionality on
Off: Off
- Language
Chinese
English
- Anti Loss
On: Alarm when Phone is out of BT range
Off: Off
Q: Is there Cyrillic support
A: Yes
Q: The GoClever Ecos Chronos is the same watch right?
A: Yes it is on the hardware side, and you can with a "hack" install the firmware from the ECOS on the Tommy. (see next post for How to.!)
Awesome Weloop Review by VECTRON
http://forum.xda-developers.com/smartwatch/other-smartwatches/weloop-tommy-smartwatch-looks-best-t2864444

Troubleshooting
Q: i can not update my watch/its stuck/acting weird
Have you tried to reset the watch? there are 3 ways to do it
Restart watch from app. under update there is a restart button (it says reset but it restarts and keeps all your settings)
Reset from watch (Last menu point, this resets everything)
Hard reset (connect charge cable and press up and down button to reset)
Force OTA update:
Connect your watch to the charger. (watch must be charging)
Press all 3 buttons on the side simultaneously
Release the 2 side buttons, and keep the middle button pressed until you get the upgrade connecting display. (this might take some seconds)
Delete connection from phone
Connect and pair from app and upgrade
If you are on an Android device and it cannot connect, try an ios device, and vice versa
Q: The watch keeps switching back to chinese
More people have experienced that if the language is non english the watch will reset to chinese. Changing the phone OS to english stops the watch from switching to Chinese.
"Hacks"
How to make your own watchfaces:
user fcsabika has created a cool tool to create your own watchfaces
WeLoop Tommy Watchface Creator
attached are also some watchfaces made by user ruicoel filename "project rui.zip"
How To install GoClever Chronos ECO firmware on Weloop tommy (android only)
Download latest ECO firmware to phone
Disconnect Watch from phone, install ECO app
Go to “Check For Upgrade”
Tap on the middle circle six times
“Select a firmware file___ [Browse]”
Watch must be in forced OTA
Update watch.
You can flash between weloop and Goclever firmware (always be careful and follow instructions when flashing, i take no responsibility for bricked or exploding watches...)
To install weloop firnware, follow same instructions but use weloop app instead.
PROJECT OPEN FIRMWARE (please make sure you understand what this is and what it does before you attemtp to flash your watch)
Make a Weloop Tommy an open source sport watch that can be used without a mobile phone. Want to see a heart rate when running, cycling speed and cadence when cycling or number of laps while swimming? Help to make it possible! LINK
This project is divided into six phases:
Phase 1: find out and document watch pinout so it will be possible to communicate with screen, accelerometer and a flash memory from a custom firmware. DONE
Phase 2: write a custom firmware that will print sample text on a screen and expose a BLE service. Firmware will be flashed using SWD connector. DONE
Phase 3: make it possible to upload a custom firmware using OTA. This will save the waterproof case from destruction. DONE
Phase 4: update softdevice to the newest version (S110 8.0.0). Add possibility to switch to other softdevice (S120/S130) DONE
Phase 5: create a "terminal" firmware that allows to control what is displayed on a watch from an android/iOS app. IN PROGRESS
Phase 6: create a "standalone" firmware using S130 softdevice that can connect to external sensors (HRS, CSCS etc) without a phone. TODO
Go support developer Krzysiek
Goclever APK & FW file is attached to this post.
Latest Chronos ECO firmware 3.18
http://www.chronos.goclever.com:8080/fileServer/firmware/CHRONOSECO_V3.18_1.bin
Chronos ECO app (android)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yf.foreign.goclever
Chronos ECO IOS app
https://itunes.apple.com/th/app/goclever-chronos-eco/id955306578?mt=8
BUGS & Annoyances
Notification not always deleted from phone when deleted on watch
Watch freezes sometimes
Being able to set the night time manually would be great (This can be done with the Goclever fw)

I'm no Dev so I'm not sure if this is of any help. While updating the watch I wanted to ensure my screen stayed on so I was tapping the screen.
If you tap the center of the percentage 6 times a pop up appears for you to select your update file. If you select browse it gives you access to a bunch of folders that appear to be inside the app or maybe the watch itself. I tried it several times and 6 is the magic number to make the option appear or disappear. It doesn't work if the watch isn't upgrading it's firmware.
Hope it can be of some use

skiiermike said:
I'm no Dev so I'm not sure if this is of any help. While updating the watch I wanted to ensure my screen stayed on so I was tapping the screen.
If you tap the center of the percentage 6 times a pop up appears for you to select your update file. If you select browse it gives you access to a bunch of folders that appear to be inside the app or maybe the watch itself. I tried it several times and 6 is the magic number to make the option appear or disappear. It doesn't work if the watch isn't upgrading it's firmware.
Hope it can be of some use
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Thanks was this working on ios or android?,
will add to FAQ

taleboblen said:
Thanks was this working on ios or android?,
will add to FAQ
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Android.

Thx
Thnx for the information, all working ok on my samsung s4, get the last version v3.18.
thx again

backlight
first of all thanks for this thread :good:
the nite backlight on my tommy watch actually comes on after 5PM (17:00)
i am from Slovakia, phone language is English, time zone CET (GMT+1)
interesting to see that yours turns on after 23:00

chsustik said:
first of all thanks for this thread :good:
the nite backlight on my tommy watch actually comes on after 5PM (17:00)
i am from Slovakia, phone language is English, time zone CET (GMT+1)
interesting to see that yours turns on after 23:00
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Thanks for the update. i decrypted some of the information from the official Weloop FAQ. and yes i can now confirm that you are right. it turns on from 17-8 thanks again. I have now updated the FAQ with the correct time for all Night settings. :good:

Hello! Can someone make last CHRONOS ECO apk link to download? I cant download it from google play.

k0ra said:
Hello! Can someone make last CHRONOS ECO apk link to download? I cant download it from google play.
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Hi , the chronos eco app is not compatible with the Weloop Tommy.

Brand new Tommy, it was paired with my phone but the connection was unstable, so I tried and forced an OTA update, watch is "Updating... 0 pct" but now the phone cannot detect the watch any more
Resetting the watch will restart it in ota update mode again!
Any help appreciated...

l.capriotti said:
Brand new Tommy, it was paired with my phone but the connection was unstable, so I tried and forced an OTA update, watch is "Updating... 0 pct" but now the phone cannot detect the watch any more
Resetting the watch will restart it in ota update mode again!
Any help appreciated...
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Happened to me also, try to delete connection under bluetooth settings on device. now connect to to weloop and pair from Weloop app. keep trying and then go to update. again persistence is key. keep trying to update suddenly it will connect and update.
Whas the watch on latest firmware when you tried the force OTA?
are you on android or ios see if there is an updated App for you phone. see link on OP for beta APK.
let me know if it works.

watch was not on latest firmware, cant' remember which version it had.
I'm on android, also v1.24 does not help as check for updates does not go beyond "Checking version...".

k0ra said:
Hello! Can someone make last CHRONOS ECO apk link to download? I cant download it from google play.
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l.capriotti said:
watch was not on latest firmware, cant' remember which version it had.
I'm on android, also v1.24 does not help as check for updates does not go beyond "Checking version...".
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Try to update the Weloop app, latest is 1.27.
kill weloop app
delete bt connection from phone.
Open weloop app
conmect and update. Keep trying it can take a couple of times.
If all fails if possible try with other device and or ios device

update: I used an iphone and after a few retries I got it on v3.18.
back to android, but the pairing and the sync is problematic, to say the least, on my Huawei P7...

skiiermike said:
I'm no Dev so I'm not sure if this is of any help. While updating the watch I wanted to ensure my screen stayed on so I was tapping the screen.
If you tap the center of the percentage 6 times a pop up appears for you to select your update file. If you select browse it gives you access to a bunch of folders that appear to be inside the app or maybe the watch itself. I tried it several times and 6 is the magic number to make the option appear or disappear. It doesn't work if the watch isn't upgrading it's firmware.
Hope it can be of some use
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Click to collapse
If it's allowing you to select an update file, surely it is showing you the file system of the phone? Otherwise, you'd have no way to put a firmware update file there to select. My understanding would be this allows you to install a firmware update file stored on your phone, although I can't test this for sure as my Android phone is currently being repaired. There's some discussion about this here and that thread also contains a very small amount of analysis on the firmware file (VERY small amount, basically just analysing the name of the binary file), and another app that is apparently in some way related (link).
For what I can glean from the description of that app (seemingly made by the manufacturer of the SoC [System on a Chip] used in the WeLoop Tommy), it would appear that devices using the SoC (including the Tommy) have three firmwares: "bootloader", "soft device" and "application". The one embedded within the WeLoop app apk has the name "ble_app_ancs.bin"; ble stands for bluetooth low energy and ancs apparently stands for apple notification centre services. That leaves "app" - my guess would be this is the "application firmware". I'm not entirely sure the roles of the "bootloader" and "soft device" firmwares, but my guess is the one or other allows the device to get into "DFU mode" (or "OTA mode" as it seems to be referred to also), meaning in theory it should perhaps be possible to recover from any bricks arising from flashing dodgy application firmwares.
So potentially there is the option of reverse engineering the firmware (easily obtained from here: http://wtf.li/ - mirror of the APKs of the app [each of which contain a version of the firmware], and also one version of the firmware (the .bin file) separately), and creating a custom/modified one, while still being able to recover (because bootloader & soft device should be untouched). However, I have neither the expertise nor the time to look into that.
Without an Android phone with which to run either of the apps right now, I can't poke about too much (I only received my Tommy today), but once I get my phone back I'll maybe try and see if I can find anything else interesting. I'd like to see if I can figure out any way to get access to the watch faces, and see if they can be reverse engineered in any way, for example.
EDIT: Here is the output of strings run on the firmware binary from the latest version of the app on http://wtf.li : http://pastebin.com/X7TQXTb3 - nothing particularly interesting, a few filenames of the source files and a few other strings seen in the watch interface and stuff.
EDIT: A couple of URLs accessed by the app (seemingly related to updating):
http://au.umeng.com/api/check_app_update
http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/getFirmware.do
I can't see anything on these sites, my guess would be they need query strings parameters or something (not really sure what, some way of identifying that the app is accessing the site) to actually do anything.
EDIT: Hmm... http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/firmware_Upload.jsp - this site seems to allow you to upload a firmware. I wonder if it allows anyone to upload a firmware, which would then be downloaded by everyone when they check for updates? Certainly seems rather insecure...There's a bunch of other pages at http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/ haven't looked through them all yet.
EDIT: From what I can glean from this page ("SoftDevices" section under the "Development Tools and Software" tab), it seems like the "soft device" firmware is essentially a bit like a library, it's a precompiled binary supplied by Nordic (company that makes chip inside Tommy) which provides all the networking functions etc. which the "application" firmware uses. So:
Code:
application = front end UI (basically, the part WeLoop made)
soft device = "library" via which application can access hardware etc.
bootloader = initial part of firmware that loads SD + app firmwares
So the only really interesting part is probably the application firmware, the part that is in the WeLoop app. That's the code that actually "matters", the rest is just low level stuff. For actually changing the interface or whatever, modifying the app firmware would be all that's needed (for example, to increase the font size or the back light duration etc.).

SifJar said:
If it's allowing you to select an update file, surely it is showing you the file system of the phone? Otherwise, you'd have no way to put a firmware update file there to select. My understanding would be this allows you to install a firmware update file stored on your phone, although I can't test this for sure as my Android phone is currently being repaired. There's some discussion about this here and that thread also contains a very small amount of analysis on the firmware file (VERY small amount, basically just analysing the name of the binary file), and another app that is apparently in some way related (link).
For what I can glean from the description of that app (seemingly made by the manufacturer of the SoC [System on a Chip] used in the WeLoop Tommy), it would appear that devices using the SoC (including the Tommy) have three firmwares: "bootloader", "soft device" and "application". The one embedded within the WeLoop app apk has the name "ble_app_ancs.bin"; ble stands for bluetooth low energy and ancs apparently stands for apple notification centre services. That leaves "app" - my guess would be this is the "application firmware". I'm not entirely sure the roles of the "bootloader" and "soft device" firmwares, but my guess is the one or other allows the device to get into "DFU mode" (or "OTA mode" as it seems to be referred to also), meaning in theory it should perhaps be possible to recover from any bricks arising from flashing dodgy application firmwares.
So potentially there is the option of reverse engineering the firmware (easily obtained from here: http://wtf.li/ - mirror of the APKs of the app [each of which contain a version of the firmware], and also one version of the firmware (the .bin file) separately), and creating a custom/modified one, while still being able to recover (because bootloader & soft device should be untouched). However, I have neither the expertise nor the time to look into that.
Without an Android phone with which to run either of the apps right now, I can't poke about too much (I only received my Tommy today), but once I get my phone back I'll maybe try and see if I can find anything else interesting. I'd like to see if I can figure out any way to get access to the watch faces, and see if they can be reverse engineered in any way, for example.
EDIT: Here is the output of strings run on the firmware binary from the latest version of the app on http://wtf.li : http://pastebin.com/X7TQXTb3 - nothing particularly interesting, a few filenames of the source files and a few other strings seen in the watch interface and stuff.
EDIT: A couple of URLs accessed by the app (seemingly related to updating):
http://au.umeng.com/api/check_app_update
http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/getFirmware.do
I can't see anything on these sites, my guess would be they need query strings parameters or something (not really sure what, some way of identifying that the app is accessing the site) to actually do anything.
EDIT: Hmm... http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/firmware_Upload.jsp - this site seems to allow you to upload a firmware. I wonder if it allows anyone to upload a firmware, which would then be downloaded by everyone when they check for updates? Certainly seems rather insecure...There's a bunch of other pages at http://www.yfsmart.com/weloopInterface/ haven't looked through them all yet.
EDIT: From what I can glean from this page ("SoftDevices" section under the "Development Tools and Software" tab), it seems like the "soft device" firmware is essentially a bit like a library, it's a precompiled binary supplied by Nordic (company that makes chip inside Tommy) which provides all the networking functions etc. which the "application" firmware uses. So:
Code:
application = front end UI (basically, the part WeLoop made)
soft device = "library" via which application can access hardware etc.
bootloader = initial part of firmware that loads SD + app firmwares
So the only really interesting part is probably the application firmware, the part that is in the WeLoop app. That's the code that actually "matters", the rest is just low level stuff. For actually changing the interface or whatever, modifying the app firmware would be all that's needed (for example, to increase the font size or the back light duration etc.).
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Thank you for the insights and findings its all very promising. :good:
On a sidenote:
I talked to one of my colleagues who is an engineer (i'm not a dev but a Designer), it seems like we in the office are playing around with the exact same SOC from NordicSemiconducter. we tried one of the apps from the google play store and it connects to the weloop(see attached pic). The app was called "nRF Master Control Panel", tried the other apps from NordicSC but no luck.
Hopefully there will be some sort of SDK with the v3.0 release on the 30th...

I got my Android phone back today, and haven't tinkered too much with Tommy just yet, but I can confirm that the file system you are browsing when you tap the percentage 5 times during an update is just the phone file system. It browses from root (i.e. /), rather than /sdcard or whatever, which is the standard, user accessible partition, hence there are some folders etc. you may not recognise, but amongst them will be "sdcard" which will take you to your regular storage (note: this is the case on phones without a micro SD card as well), where you could easily place an update file.

SifJar said:
I got my Android phone back today, and haven't tinkered too much with Tommy just yet, but I can confirm that the file system you are browsing when you tap the percentage 5 times during an update is just the phone file system. It browses from root (i.e. /), rather than /sdcard or whatever, which is the standard, user accessible partition, hence there are some folders etc. you may not recognise, but amongst them will be "sdcard" which will take you to your regular storage (note: this is the case on phones without a micro SD card as well), where you could easily place an update file.
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Thanks for the confirmation. :good:

taleboblen said:
Troubleshooting
Force OTA update:
Connect your watch to the charger.
Press all 3 buttons on the side simultaneously
Release the 2 side buttons, and keep the middle button pressed until you get the upgrade connecting display. (this might take some seconds)
Delete connection from phone
Connect and pair from app and upgrade
If you are on an Android device try an ios device, and vice versa
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I tried to use the OTA update to go from 3.17 to 3.18 (on Android) but Tommy stuck on screen "WeLoop ... Udating 0%", my smartphone (HTC M8) with its APP (latest version) dont find the Tommy and it remains bricked, how do I restart it? I tried all combinations, but remains on the screen, help me!

USA Beta N -- FRD-L04C567B317 - Unoffocial

This is the US N (7.0) download link.
update.hicloud.com:8180/TDS/data/files/p3/s15/G1278/g104/v66891/f1/full/update.zip
Admin note: side-loading Beta N onto your Honor 8 is not supported by Honor and is outside of the official closed beta program, so if you break your phone, please don't call Honor...you are responsible
This is the changelog
Huawei designed EMUI 5.0 based on the newly released Android 7.0. The brand new EMUI 5.0 is inspired by the pure blues and whites of the Mediterranean. The interface is simple and smart, and EMUI 5.0 comes with enhanced, powerful performance that allows mobile phones to operate more smoothly. [Recommendations] • A cleaner, more interactive interface A brand new UI and effects inspired by the blues and whites of the Mediterranean. Simplified gestures, with most operations completed in 3 steps. EMUI 5.0 is more customizable, offering an optional Android App Drawer layout to users. • Enhanced features System operations are more fluid, allowing you to view a massive amount of images, browse websites, and perform searches faster. [Find out more] • Notifications An optimized design combines shortcuts with notifications to reduce the complexity of user actions. Touch and hold notifications to quickly block messages and notifications. Reminder cards are stacked to save space. • Three dimensional task management Tasks are stacked three dimensionally on the UI. Smooth gestures allow users to scroll through tasks by sliding up and down or dismiss tasks by swiping left or right. • Camera Camera now supports plug-in management. Infrequently used modes, like document readjustment, are presented as plug-ins to save internal memory on your phone. • Contacts Customization and sharing features added to name cards. The sharing feature allows quick sharing of contacts through Bluetooth, Facebook, and other methods. Added a scanner to the search box and lock screen, making it easier to add new contacts. • Email Improved how unread emails are tagged in the inbox. Users can now quickly delete, star, and mark emails as read or unread from the left sliding menu. • Settings Created a new suggested settings feature that recommends key settings based on the device's current status. Now, your phone is more capable of adjusting to your habits. Added a newly designed drawer feature. When this feature is enabled, it hides non-system preset apps in a drawer on the home screen, presenting you with a simple and tidy layout. Added a new drawer feature for settings. For settings that take two or more steps to set up, the user can now jump directly back to the main settings page with one gesture. Emergency information added. Users can add their names, blood type, and other information, so emergency services personnel can view this information from the lock screen. Added App twin, a feature that allows users to log in to two different accounts for third-party apps such as WhatsApp and Facebook. [Update notes] 1. EMUI 5.0 includes substantial changes to functionality, which may impact your usage habits. For more details, go to Huawei's consumer website at consumer.huawei.com, and check out our user guide. 2. This update will not erase your personal data, but we recommend that you back up any important data before updating. 3. The system will restart after the update. This will take about 10 minutes. Following the update, your home screen will automatically display the EMUI 5.0 theme. 4. If you encounter any issues while using EMUI 5.0, please document the issue and call our official helpline. Visit Huawei's consumer website for hotline information.
to install
1) create folder dload on external sdcard
2) extract UPDATE.APP from zip file and place in dload folder.
3) Turn phone off
4) Hold down both volume buttons while pressing the power button
Magic

Honor8Guy said:
This is the US N (7.0) download link.
update.hicloud.com:8180/TDS/data/files/p3/s15/G1278/g104/v66891/f1/full/update.zip
to install
1) create folder dload on external sdcard
2) extract UPDATE.APP from zip file and place in dload folder.
3) Now go to the phone settings–>update and press the menu button.
4) Now select choose Local update.
5) It will detect the update.app and installation process will start.
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This is not the beta one right? (nfc and bl is working)?
This method is for locked bootloader, means flash without twrp
Just to confirm.

faizalotai said:
This is not the beta one right? (nfc and bl is working)?
This method is for locked bootloader, means flash without twrp
Just to confirm.
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This is the beta, NFC is working for me as I was able to transfer pictures this way. BL ? bootloader?

I think he meant bluetooth. Is nfc and bluetooth working in the beta?
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I've tried installing this, Its still giving me incomaptible software error. i'm on the FRD-L04

Are you from the Honor Team.
How will this impact warranty?
Is it Beta?
What are the known issues?

runsoverfrogs said:
I think he meant bluetooth. Is nfc and bluetooth working in the beta?
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I've tried installing this, Its still giving me incomaptible software error. i'm on the FRD-L04
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Sorry Bud I pulled that link right from the phone as it downloaded

Just an FYI for anyone trying to install this, on FRD-L04C567B162 I get an error "Software install failed! Incompatibility with current version".

NFC is working for me. Just made a purchase with Android Pay.

So is the update live for all beta testers? I sent my IMEI information over for the beta but never got a response back. (I had asked if we would be notified.)
Edit: Yep, it's live now. Woo!

b0xy said:
Just an FYI for anyone trying to install this, on FRD-L04C567B162 I get an error "Software install failed! Incompatibility with current version".
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i guess we need to upgrade to previous version than the updater can upgrade to latest software..in this case the firmware must be on FRD-L04C567B316 ver.. If we look into this there are 2 more upgrade able version for our device..but these are only my thought because when i had this device for 1st time its upgrade twice to FRD-L04C567B162 version..
So the upgrade process required previous ver. of software...
edit:nah, still failed...lol

Notification Icons
Is anyone else not able to show notification icons anymore in the Status Bar? All I see in settings is the option to show a number or show nothing at all...
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I'm noticing on the beta that the camera now crashes 100% of the time, as does the Downloads app. Anyone else seeing this?

Camera app works fine for me. Downloads also opens without an issue. I took the OTA, and did a factory reset, though. I honestly haven't had any issues with it. Though I don't like the numbers notification thing. But other than that. everything else seems good on my end.

MrPandroid said:
Camera app works fine for me. Downloads also opens without an issue. I took the OTA, and did a factory reset, though. I honestly haven't had any issues with it. Though I don't like the numbers notification thing. But other than that. everything else seems good on my end.
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I'll be honest I wouldn't have minded the number if it wasn't on every single notification. Would have been perfectly fine if it showed the number cause you had more than 3 or 4 notifications.

No luck here. I'm getting the error "Software install failed! Incompatibility with current version".
I'm curious if this is because of the different SOC.
I can see on CPU-Z that my unit is Kirin 955. Perhaps this is the reason.

Flashed through twrp and lost bt and NFC....read it, tested it anyways, and broke it.....

InkSlinger420 said:
Flashed through twrp and lost bt and NFC....read it, tested it anyways, and broke it.....
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same here ol buddy lol ...now lets try and fix it hahaha

It's been found that if you are on B162 you will get a "Software install failed! Incompatibility with current version" error. So, what firmware do you need to be on before going to the beta N 7.0? I am on B162, and have not unlocked bootloader, flashed twrp, or rooted yet.

Iguanadon said:
same here ol buddy lol ...now lets try and fix it hahaha
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Im working on it....gonna make me crazy if i dont..lol

I hope theres a fix for it. I read the the problem is with twrp that "it patches the files first then twrp removes it when it flashes the new system.img so therefor it's removed."
Read it here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-8/how-to/twrp-nougat-edition-t3504140

Asus Z300M Nougat update?

Has anyone installed the Nougat update for the Asus Zenpad 10 Z300M?

Yes I do, what do you need to know?

I didn't know there was an update to Android 7 - I'm still hoping (probably in vain) for this tablet to be rooted.

fabfor said:
Yes I do, what do you need to know?
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I was just wondering if there were any noticeable changes or any issues with it as of yet.
Thanks for the reply.

Is the update OTA or from a website?

odyseus said:
Is the update OTA or from a website?
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OTA
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PeteSeiler2010 said:
I was just wondering if there were any noticeable changes or any issues with it as of yet.
Thanks for the reply.
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Changes are those in the changelog. I haven't noticed any issues so far but multi user support isnt't there and I was hoping yes.
ASUS ZenPad 10 Android Nougat Changelog:
Update Google security patch
Remove redundant app shortcuts “Audio Wizard” “Splendid” “System update” and “Flashlight” from all apps menu
Remove ”PC Suite” (CD ROM)
Remove “Tap and hold to show menu” form Settings > ASUS customized settings > Touch key setting. Add “Tap and hold to activate Multi-window ” in Touch key setting
Quick Settings supports multiple pages , user can swipe left to right to see more quick settings if using more than 12. User can enter edit screen by tap the edit button on top right corner to determine which settings enabling or disabling
Default Tap and hold Recent apps key to activate Multi-window
Add “Game Genie”
ZenUI Keyboard added New Unicode code 9.0 emoji and skin tone.
The preloaded Holo Spiral, Bubbles, Black Hole, and Phase Beam live wallpapers are not compatible with Android N and will be removed after system update
Add bundled notifications switch. (Settings > Notification > Configure notifications.) When multiple notifications for a single app are received, they can be bundled together into a single group. This group can be expanded to see the individual messages
Add Lock screen wallpaper slideshow
Change wallpaper every time you wake up your device. And users can go to “Settings” -> “Lock screen” -> “Wallpaper slideshow settings” for setting
Update SMMI tool to SMMI_TEST_V5.1.74_CSC_L1L2
Support Unlock tool
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Must be US update then as still running Android 6.x here in the UK

Odd .. haven't gotten it .. and I check every couple of days ..

It could be me, but it seems like my battery dies faster after having the update for a few days.

odyseus said:
Must be US update then as still running Android 6.x here in the UK
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No, it's worldwide.
The official website have the link of the update, and you can apply it manually.
http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Ee...62.438207375.1494693050-1331990512.1494693046

Hello, pls can anybody help? I bough z300m from second hand, turn on it (not try log in to google) and on startup screen (language select) system ask me for update to nougat, i click OK, system updated, tablet restarted and i cant log into tablet (FRP).
I search for bypass z300m on nougat, but cant find it.
This procedure dont work for me (android 7.0)
So i need flash from fastboot, but i cant find flashtool for z300m (p00c), firmware i downloaded from official page.
Any solutions?
Thanks.
Edit. I cant turn on usb debugging in developer settings (system want log in for view all options in developer settings...)

Nougat
PeteSeiler2010 said:
Has anyone installed the Nougat update for the Asus Zenpad 10 Z300M?
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I did the nougat OTA update yesterday,it took a few minutes to download,but it is working great !

macikcz said:
Hello, pls can anybody help? I bough z300m from second hand, turn on it (not try log in to google) and on startup screen (language select) system ask me for update to nougat, i click OK, system updated, tablet restarted and i cant log into tablet (FRP).
I search for bypass z300m on nougat, but cant find it.
This procedure dont work for me (android 7.0)
So i need flash from fastboot, but i cant find flashtool for z300m (p00c), firmware i downloaded from official page.
Any solutions?
Thanks.
Edit. I cant turn on usb debugging in developer settings (system want log in for view all options in developer settings...)
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Bad news I'm afraid. You need the original login details used to setup the device when it was originally purchased other than that it's a long winded battle with ASUS to prove you didn't steal the device.
Good luck

After update the system reboots all the time when WiFi is ON.
If I turn OFF wifi - it works fine. No other solution...

root / multi-user
fabfor said:
OTA
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Changes are those in the changelog. I haven't noticed any issues so far but multi user support isnt't there and I was hoping yes.
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There is a thread right after this listing when search for Z300M on XDA that claims TWRP and asus bootloader unlock tool (not necessary 2 get twrp) and was the reason I purchased this tablet. So far errors in everything in the OP with no responses and I hate to be paranoid but once I know, if not twice I have actuall run into "FAKE" threads on XDA in the 2-3 years being on here claiming root/twrp for a device with a small amount of chit chat, responses.... that was pure BS!
Anyhow, if you ever get root here is the fix for your multi-user issue, with es file explorer, or root explorer and editing the boot. file:
Enable Multi Window and Multi User Modes
If you have a rooted Marshmallow ROM (or Nougat), you can enable the 2 features above by editing the build.prop file found in /system/
For multi-window mode, change this entry in build.prop
ro.build.type=user
to -
ro.build.type=userdebug
To enable multi-user mode, add these 2 lines to the build.prop (anywhere, it doesn't matter)
fw.max_users=3
fw.show_multiuserui=1
Once you've made these changes, reboot the tablet.
To use multi-window mode, go to Settings, Developer options, and there will be a new menu item to switch this on or off.
To use multi-user, there will be a new option under Settings called Users.
If anyone seeing this has accomplished root on the Z300M 16GB wi-fi tablet, please let me know.....
thanks,
zach
ps of course, make sure you make a copy of the boot file to ext sd card or somewhere b4 just in case.... in the 15 times I have used this on 6.0, 7.0 lenovo & LG devices & 1 HTC... never had an issue BUT...
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odyseus said:
Must be US update then as still running Android 6.x here in the UK
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Actually all of the updates for the Z300M taking it to 7.0 are for the WW SKU (world wide) tablets, as well one for Japan and 1 other.........
any sign of root?
Asking around since purchasing this tablet due to thread on here claiming twrp but its falling on its face and no response as of yet.....
zach
?????

coolbeans2016 said:
Anyhow, if you ever get root here is the fix for your multi-user issue, with es file explorer, or root explorer and editing the boot. file:
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Thank you coolbeans2016, that's right the reason I am too desperately looking for a way to root: to apply that fix.
Btw, I really do not see the reason for Asus to disable a native function (multi-user) that is - to me - obvious for a tablet. (Maybe it eats resources? i.e. storage space)

problem is
fabfor said:
Thank you coolbeans2016, that's right the reason I am too desperately looking for a way to root: to apply that fix.
Btw, I really do not see the reason for Asus to disable a native function (multi-user) that is - to me - obvious for a tablet. (Maybe it eats resources? i.e. storage space)
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Problem is the instructions for getting TWRP flashed or even just booted up on TWRP threaded for installation of SuperSU or Magisk is failing. I've been told I'm wrong and am just not reading or following the instructions correctly but on a VERY popular device there is NO ONE claiming $$PROFIT$$ on the thread! Even the ones claiming understanding of the thread are having complications but only have an average of 6 posts as jr users with no thanks feedback.... yet they have no questions regarding using the SP Flash Tool?!!!!! Strange to me!
I'm contacting the dev on the thread AGAIN to see if I can get a detailed set of instructions in JUST getting TWRP onto this tablet, or its useless to me......
He really thought I was calling his thread a false listing but straightened it out with him about the fact he references another such thread along the same lines for the Verizon Asus A380M, which EVERYONE knows has never been, probably never will be able to get a custome recovery, let alone root of any kind!!!!!!!!
Any info you come across, or if you have tried the thread I'm mentioning please let me know your errors encountered, any ideas how WE may be not taking the instructions correctly.
zach

Hi,
I couldn'tt find any update for Z300CL.
Does anyone know if such an update is available?
Could you post the link here?
Thanks a lot

I used usb ethernet dongle on android 6 and it worked , it showed ethernet icon instead wifi. But when on android 7 the dongle does not work, seems usb host function is disabled, I dont want to root my tabled is there any way to enable usb host support ?

(HELP) Rooting Samsung S7 Edge without Wipe

Hello XDA community,
Im a noobie when it comes to rooting, thats why i need help...
I deleted some files that i want to recover on my Samsung S7 Edge 2-3 years ago, this device has Android 7.0. (Never updated)
There is a lot of apps such as Disk Digger that offer you to recover every single file but the device must be rooted to access 100% on the internal memory.
Right now my Samsung S7 Edge is not rooted but i need to root to recover this files, so my question is, there is anyway of rooting without factory reset, or there is anyway of doing a fully backup of the internal memory of my device without touching the partitions so then i can try recovering my files later with this apps?
I hope someone can help me...
Regards

It's pretty disappointing that nobody ever responded to this considering how big is a community it is and how popular the S7 Edge was. I know this is pretty old and hopefully you were able to resolve this before this message but I'm going to respond to this just so you don't feel like your question wasn't acknowledged at all. I have an S7 Edge through Verizon which uses the Snapdragon processor. And I will find a link to post for you that although the method says it's discontinued I rooted my phone through this method and it works fine. The only reason that you would have to wipe your phone is if you're changing firmware as far as I know. I've rooted my phones and did not have to wipe them. I kept all the data and everything.
Before I lift this you are also asking about an application that you could use to back up your phone and that would be Samsung smart switch. It has a companion app for the desktop and it sinks to the phone and it'll make a backup of your data.
Now on to the root method all props and praise goes to the people that worked to give this to the people I'm not good at doing all this **** and I'm not meaning to step on any toes I'm just trying to help you since nobody did for two ****ing years.
To root
1. Download PrinceComsys Odin
Odin.Prince.Comsy.zip
drive.google.com
2. Download the engboot.
Engboot Download
Nougat_S7_Edge_EngBoot.tar.md5
drive.google.com
3 make sure you have adb and fastboot installed on your computer (goggle them)
4. Root file
Download the file below.
Nougat_S7_Root_2_82_All_Carriers_V2.zip | by jrkruse for Galaxy S7 Edge
Download GApps, Roms, Kernels, Themes, Firmware, and more. Free file hosting for all Android developers.
androidfilehost.com
BELOW IS THE ROOT AND MOD FOR THE PHONE!!!!!
Follow this method to root:
1. Shut off the phone and boot into download mode (volume down, home, and power). Use Odin And Flash Nougat_S7_Edge_EngBoot.tar.md5 In AP Slot
2. When the phone reboots, unlock developer options by going into the phone settings scroll down to 'about phone' find the build number and tap on it repeatedly after several times it will unlock Developer Options then back out once and in your settings you should have a new option on the very bottom called developer options go into that and enable USB debugging and Disable Verify Apps Over USB.
Plug the phone into the computer and make sure you have adb and fastboot installed to this location
C:\Users\YOUR PROFILE\AppData\Local\Android\Sdk\platform-tools
go to that folder and inside it hold shift and right click then click on 'open command window here'
then in command prompt type
adb devices
then hit enter.
The computer should automaticly detect and run adb
3. Unzip the Nougat_S7_Root_2_82_All_Carriers_V2.zip and hold shift and right click then click on 'open command window here'
In the command window type root.bat then press enter from your PC.
4. This will install root when done phone will reboot
5. The process wipes dalvik cache so it will take a few minutes to reboot
6. If having problems getting Grant SuperSU dialog to come up you can delete the SuperSU app and root will be granted instantly to all root request
Give phone a few min to settle open developer options set animation scales .05 and others to .05
Give phone a few min to settle open developer options set animation scales .05 and others to .05
ODIN FAILED TO WRITE ERROR
Did you get this Failed To Write Message in Odin?
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Odin Error Message:
<ID:0/003> FAIL! Model dismatch fail
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
SOLUTIONS
Did you:
? Open Odin as Administrator?
? Try the Prince Comsy version?
? Enable Developer Settings?
-Open Settings > About Phone > Tap Build Number 7 Times
? Enable OEM Unlock?
-Go Back to Settings > Tap Developer Options > Tap OEM Unlock
? Enable USB Debugging?
-Tap Developer Options > Tap USB Debugging
NOTHING WORKS
Did you try every single thing but nothing works?
Well, did you right click "Odin" each time you go to open it and then click "open as administrator"?
Sometimes you have to try several different versions of Odin.
But I have found that Odin3 v3.12.7 was the one that would work when the others had not.
I always would forget to also open Odin as Administrator.
It's a pain in the neck to have to remember to open as admin every time.
But you usually have to do it.
Did you check that ADB had started? Maybe that might be the reason it won't work?
But I doubt it! But you just never know and I am just trying to help you get it flashed.
It's a very quick flash and you can see that the PDA load was very quick as well.
But as far as the errors, you just have to keep trying...
Which I mean, you sometimes have to open, close, reopen Odin when it doesn't work.
Sometimes that helps, sometimes it doesn't.
It's all about the right Odin version at the time
making sure the cord is good
Opening Odin as Admin
And keep trying again after restarting your phone by holding the download mode button sequence again.
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Congratulations! You are ROOTED but you're not done
Follow these instructions next
On your phone, open the SuperSU app (installed during the root process) and tap on Settings. Half-way down under Security, tap on "Enable su during boot".
This option will ensure that startup scripts that are installed during this process get to do their job correctly.
Download the fix or fix+debloat script flashable ZIP package appropriate for your model of phone and copy this file to your device:
S7_VOLTE_ICON_FIX_ALL_VARIANTS or S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_V15.zip (MD5 hash F15CD9BDC35382A8F48FFBEDBB1BCDF0) (any Samsung Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge)
turn off auto update of time and date in your phone settings, then set your year to 2013,
Launch FlashFire app on the phone and click the (+) button in the lower right to add a step. Select a 'Flash ZIP or OTA' flash step.
Locate the flashable ZIP package and select it. For options, check on 'Mount /system read/write' and leave the rest of the options unchecked.
Tweaks to Root
Debloat and fix several issues with the phone (CPU lag issues, poor battery performance, phone becoming too hot, Wi-Fi not saving passwords, hotspot/tethering not working,
VoLTE icon appearing, searching for service issues, MMS not working, unauthorized security nag notification, etc.):
Full notes on what this flashable update does:
Adds a rotate button to the native gallery app
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Adds a shortcut call button in the call log next to each logged call.
Adjusts several CPU tunables, which fixes phone lag and battery life issues.
Disables "No SIM" popup when no SIM card is present.
Disables roaming data by default.
Disables secure storage support, which fixes Wi-Fi passwords not saving issue.
Disables Verizon provisioning for Wi-Fi tethering/hotspot (will still use your data plan, of course).
Enables ADB to run as root by default.
Enables CPU idling/sleeping, which fixes phone heat issues.
Enables mock GPS locations.
Enables native call recording feature in the dialer.
Enables native Wi-Fi calling feature in the dialer.
Enables RIL power saving features.
Enables scheduled messages in the native messaging app.
Enables the camera during calls.
Enables unlimited contact merging.
Enables using the new 3GPP2 Profile ID (Verizon exclusive).
Fixes various 'searching for service' and other cellular network connectivity issues (SMS/MMS not working, calls not working, etc.)
Knox apps, drivers, and data are removed (fix+debloat version).
Prefers LTE network.
Raises the contact name length limit to 1,280 characters.
Raises the maximum SMS recipient limit from 10 to 90.
Remove nagging 'unauthorized actions' security notification (fix+debloat version).
Removes VoLTE icon.
after you flash your stuff change the date back. and you're good.
I know this all seems like a lot and it seems very confusing but it's pretty easy if you just follow the directions this will not wipe your data. Please do research, read through the forms and just tried to get as much knowledge as you can before you go about doing this it's an easy process but it's better to go in with more knowledge, I hope this helps. If you have to reinstall the firmware make sure that you install CSC home so you don't lose your data