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[GUIDE] Updated KIW-L24 UNLOCK/RECOVERY/ROOT

I've noticed since I've followed the thread the days prior to my device arriving many have struggled to follow the current guides available. I am not responsible for your inability to read, bricked, or internally explosions on devices.
Step 1:
Go to your desktop and create a new folder I labeled mine 'KIWISDK' but you can call it whatever you want. This is where you will store all files during this process so you can easily access them.
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Create and save a blank Wordpad/Word document into the newly created folder on the desktop title it 'bootloadercode'
Step 3:
Assuming you're not android developers or have the massive android SDK on your computers you need to download and install adb and fastboot from here.
Go ahead and put the installer in that folder just for safe keeping, run the exe to natively install adb/fastboot from anywhere on your PC. We will use this a few steps later.
Step 4:
Prior to unlocking your bootloader we have to do a few things first. Go ahead and power on your phone and go through the initial setup process.
You can use the following link (corrected from all the other ones) to create a new Huawei account (click register for free below the login. This website can be found here
Once you've created a user ID you can use this same link to access the bootloader unlock page later.
Step 5:
Once your device is fully initialized go to settings>about phone
click the build number 7 times as shown above. It will display a toast notification that you are now a developer.
press the back button (2) up from the about phone area of the settings you will now see
file:///C:/Users/Jesse/Desktop/developeroptions.png
Be sure that the 'developer options', 'enable OEM unlock' and 'USB debugging' toggles are in the on position.
Step 6:
Open the Huawei website posted in step 4. Login and accept the terms.
On your device go to the dialer and type the following into the keypad:
*#*#1357946#*#* Open the bootloadercode document we created in step 2 and record this number here, leave the word pad open to record the unlock code created on the Huawei website.
With the website open,
Carefully go to About Phone> After you select smart phone and type your model number KIW-L24 into the website open your about Phone>Status enter your Serial number and IMEI number (if your IMEI 1 number doesnt work, try again with your IMEI 2 number. Make sure you have all numbers and letters in this step complete with accuracy. DOUBLE AND TRIPLE CHECK.
Product Identification is the number located on the wordpad/word document copy and past it into this area. Generate the unlock code after typing in the pin.
Copy and paste the generated number onto the wordpad document for future reference and save the wordpad document.
Step 7:
Download TWRP revovery from here
Download the 3.0.2.0 version and save it to your folder you created in step 1
Download SuperSU from here
Save it into the folder on your desktop.
Download opengapps here
Save which ever version you choose to your desktop file (I go with Nano and Micro) Be sure to select the ARM64 and android 6.0 versions.
Also at this time download your favorite custom rom from the ROM/Kernel portion of our website and store it in that file (be sure to check if it needs gapps flashed along with it) if it is a CM based ROM it has to have the gapps either way I always like to keep a gapps zip on my SD card.
Step 8:
Plug your phone into your computer, open your external SD card drag and drop the superSU zip, Open Gapps Zip, and rom if you selected one for future access.
open a command prompt (cmd from Cortana or runcmd in earlier versions of windows.
type the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone should reboot with a white screen, once it has type the following:
fastboot oem unlock 5019482736699543
(these are the numbers the website generated for your specific Identification# copy and paste from the wordpad document 'bootloadercode' It is the 16 digit long code.
Your device will factory reset do not unplug the device until complete.
unplug the device and redo the initial setup. Once complete repeat step 5 to enable USB debugging
Step 9:
Plug the device back into your computer, open the cmd prompt window and type
adb reboot bootloader
FLASHING CUSTOM RECOVERY:
locate the twrp-3.0.2-0-kiwi.img we placed in the folder on your desktop
to ensure you dont misstype anything in the command prompt type:
fastboot flash recovery then drag and drop the twrp-3.0.2-0.img file from the desktop folder to the cmd prompt
It will look something like this:
fastboot flash recovery C:\Users\Name\Desktop\KIWISDK\twrp-3.0.2-0-kiwi.img
**BE SURE THERE IS A SPACE BETWEEN recovery and C:\**
Hit enter.
Once complete type:
fastboot reboot
Step 10:
Let your phone fully reboot, once rebooted Power off your phone.
NANDROID BACKUP - THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP
1) With the phone off hold volume up , the while holding volume up press and hold the power button. You will see the boot logo come up hold for about 2 seconds more and release ( just to ensure )
2)Your phone will boot into TWRP Recovery
3) PRIOR TO FLASHING ANYTHING: Click Backup
Select your External SD card to backup too.
Swipe to backup.
once the STOCK ROM is backed, you can flash the superSU zip from your sd card rooting the stock rom, be sure to wipe cache/dalvik before rebooting.
If you choose to flash a custom rom you placed on your SD card: once stock is backed up:
1. Go to wipe and swipe to wipe stock
2. hit back and go to install
3. select the ROM file you wish to flash
4. select the gapps file
5. you can include SU even if rom is already rooted
wipe cache/dalvik and then reboot. Happy flashing!

will update screenshots and pics soon
this is a holding place

Thanks for this guide. I created an account but for the past 3 days I get the sorry, the server is busy..... Message on every phone and browser I've tried. I tried 3 phones, 7 browsers a windows laptop and an iPad and iPhone they all give me the same silly message after I hit the agree button to the unlock terms and conditions.
What have I done to screw up such an easy process?

954wrecker said:
Thanks for this guide. I created an account but for the past 3 days I get the sorry, the server is busy..... Message on every phone and browser I've tried. I tried 3 phones, 7 browsers a windows laptop and an iPad and iPhone they all give me the same silly message after I hit the agree button to the unlock terms and conditions.
What have I done to screw up such an easy process?
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Did you try the link I provided?

Wow you are a genius, I wonder why all the others look exactly the same yet only yours works?

954wrecker said:
Wow you are a genius, I wonder why all the others look exactly the same yet only yours works?
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Was merely trying to delute the guide to a step by step process leaving out no details for people not familiar with root.

954wrecker said:
Wow you are a genius, I wonder why all the others look exactly the same yet only yours works?
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Did the link work for you? I fixed some link issues in my html link I hope it works as flawlessly for everyone as it did myself.

The page looked the exact same when I agreed to the huge list of terms, but yours took me to the correct place to get the unlock code instead if the servers are busy page. Thanks for the help

Stuck on stock for 3 days really makes the non stock ROMs 10000% smoother! That emui is a trainwreck, it's going to be impossible to go back to that mess.

kobos311 said:
I've noticed since I've followed the thread the days prior to my device arriving many have struggled to follow the current guides available. I am not responsible for your inability to read, bricked, or internally explosions on devices.
Step 1:
Go to your desktop and create a new folder I labeled mine 'KIWISDK' but you can call it whatever you want. This is where you will store all files during this process so you can easily access them.
Step 2:
Create and save a blank Wordpad/Word document into the newly created folder on the desktop title it 'bootloadercode'
Step 3:
Assuming you're not android developers or have the massive android SDK on your computers you need to download and install adb and fastboot from here.
Go ahead and put the installer in that folder just for safe keeping, run the exe to natively install adb/fastboot from anywhere on your PC. We will use this a few steps later.
Step 4:
Prior to unlocking your bootloader we have to do a few things first. Go ahead and power on your phone and go through the initial setup process.
You can use the following link (corrected from all the other ones) to create a new Huawei account (click register for free below the login. This website can be found here
Once you've created a user ID you can use this same link to access the bootloader unlock page later.
Step 5:
Once your device is fully initialized go to settings>about phone
click the build number 7 times as shown above. It will display a toast notification that you are now a developer.
press the back button (2) up from the about phone area of the settings you will now see
file:///C:/Users/Jesse/Desktop/developeroptions.png
Be sure that the 'developer options', 'enable OEM unlock' and 'USB debugging' toggles are in the on position.
Step 6:
Open the Huawei website posted in step 4. Login and accept the terms.
On your device go to the dialer and type the following into the keypad:
*#*#1357946#*#* Open the bootloadercode document we created in step 2 and record this number here, leave the word pad open to record the unlock code created on the Huawei website.
With the website open,
Carefully go to About Phone> After you select smart phone and type your model number KIW-L24 into the website open your about Phone>Status enter your Serial number and IMEI number (if your IMEI 1 number doesnt work, try again with your IMEI 2 number. Make sure you have all numbers and letters in this step complete with accuracy. DOUBLE AND TRIPLE CHECK.
Product Identification is the number located on the wordpad/word document copy and past it into this area. Generate the unlock code after typing in the pin.
Copy and paste the generated number onto the wordpad document for future reference and save the wordpad document.
Step 7:
Download TWRP revovery from here
Download the 3.0.2.0 version and save it to your folder you created in step 1
Download SuperSU from here
Save it into the folder on your desktop.
Download opengapps here
Save which ever version you choose to your desktop file (I go with Nano and Micro) Be sure to select the ARM64 and android 6.0 versions.
Also at this time download your favorite custom rom from the ROM/Kernel portion of our website and store it in that file (be sure to check if it needs gapps flashed along with it) if it is a CM based ROM it has to have the gapps either way I always like to keep a gapps zip on my SD card.
Step 8:
Plug your phone into your computer, open your external SD card drag and drop the superSU zip, Open Gapps Zip, and rom if you selected one for future access.
open a command prompt (cmd from Cortana or runcmd in earlier versions of windows.
type the following:
adb reboot bootloader
Your phone should reboot with a white screen, once it has type the following:
fastboot oem unlock 5019482736699543
(these are the numbers the website generated for your specific Identification# copy and paste from the wordpad document 'bootloadercode' It is the 16 digit long code.
Your device will factory reset do not unplug the device until complete.
unplug the device and redo the initial setup. Once complete repeat step 5 to enable USB debugging
Step 9:
Plug the device back into your computer, open the cmd prompt window and type
adb reboot bootloader
FLASHING CUSTOM RECOVERY:
locate the twrp-3.0.2-0-kiwi.img we placed in the folder on your desktop
to ensure you dont misstype anything in the command prompt type:
fastboot flash recovery then drag and drop the twrp-3.0.2-0.img file from the desktop folder to the cmd prompt
It will look something like this:
fastboot flash recovery C:\Users\Name\Desktop\KIWISDK\twrp-3.0.2-0-kiwi.img
**BE SURE THERE IS A SPACE BETWEEN recovery and C:\**
Hit enter.
Once complete type:
fastboot reboot
Step 10:
Let your phone fully reboot, once rebooted Power off your phone.
NANDROID BACKUP - THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP
1) With the phone off hold volume up , the while holding volume up press and hold the power button. You will see the boot logo come up hold for about 2 seconds more and release ( just to ensure )
2)Your phone will boot into TWRP Recovery
3) PRIOR TO FLASHING ANYTHING: Click Backup
Select your External SD card to backup too.
Swipe to backup.
once the STOCK ROM is backed, you can flash the superSU zip from your sd card rooting the stock rom, be sure to wipe cache/dalvik before rebooting.
If you choose to flash a custom rom you placed on your SD card: once stock is backed up:
1. Go to wipe and swipe to wipe stock
2. hit back and go to install
3. select the ROM file you wish to flash
4. select the gapps file
5. you can include SU even if rom is already rooted
wipe cache/dalvik and then reboot. Happy flashing!
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My PC finds the adb device before I type "adb reboot bootloader" but once in fastboot, it wont find it. How can I fix that?

It's already been found (on the first part) just type fastboot oem unlock fastboot and adb go hand in hand.
Remember once your bootloader is unlocked you will have to go through the initialization process and toggle developer options on again

AsapJuno said:
My PC finds the adb device before I type "adb reboot bootloader" but once in fastboot, it wont find it. How can I fix that?
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Please follow the guide as stated.dont deviate thank you.

definitely tried that. Wouldn't be commenting if I didn't. Can you help

Pin Code Telephone # no longer works
I've tried a few days to get the PIN code with * # * # 1357946 # * # * however the number no longer works. Is there a new tele # or an alternate way to unlock the bootloader ?
error msg:
Connection problem or invalid MMI code

Mine worked 2 days ago. So clearly the code works fine check your about phone settings and make sure you have an imei 1 and an imei 2

AsapJuno said:
definitely tried that. Wouldn't be commenting if I didn't. Can you help
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ASAP Juno, it's already detected your device via adb adb/fastboot are linked just type the commands don't worry about checking fastboot.

any other methods for retrieving the pin code ?
jusdef said:
Pin Code Telephone # no longer works
I've tried a few days to get the PIN code with * # * # 1357946 # * # * however the number no longer works. Is there a new tele # or an alternate way to unlock the bootloader ?
error msg:
Connection problem or invalid MMI cod
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kobos311 said:
Mine worked 2 days ago. So clearly the code works fine check your about phone settings and make sure you have an imei 1 and an imei 2
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I have both imei's and actually tried with a two different sim cards...AT&T and Google Fi.
I get the same error message since Saturday night., 7/16/16
Does anyone know of any other methods for retrieving the pin code ?

jusdef said:
I have both imei's and actually tried with a two different sim cards...AT&T and Google Fi.
I get the same error message since Saturday night., 7/16/16
Does anyone know of any other methods for retrieving the pin code ?
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Let me be more clear, not the ones on the box, you need the digital file backed up via nandroid which originally you said you didn't have? The numbers on the box won't help

So when I install SuperSU, wipe, and reboot... it boots back into twrp

kobos311 said:
Mine worked 2 days ago. So clearly the code works fine check your about phone settings and make sure you have an imei 1 and an imei 2
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kobos311 said:
Let me be more clear, not the ones on the box, you need the digital file backed up via nandroid which originally you said you didn't have? The numbers on the box won't help
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Wrong user, I didnt say I did not have imei's and I can't do a Nandroid backup if my phone isnt rooted. I'm trying to unlock my bootloader so I can take the steps to root and install TWRP. Huwai site will not let me submit the request without the pin #.

A Noobs Guide to Verizon Galaxy Note 4 Hardware Repair,Root,Bootloader,Twrp,ROM's

A Noobs guide to Galaxy Note 4 Verizon Motherboard Hardware repair and replacement
and Other Samsung Galaxy Note 4 repair ( Att, Tmobile etc ) starting in thread 2 ( user input welcome ) ​
My Overheat Heat and flash problem issues leading to
OEM Motherboard replacement and acquiring ROOT again​
OP Note : read the whole guide or for that matter any OP​
Thanks to many XDA-Developers forums, if you are not quoted or mentioned here I will add you !!
Device : Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Verizon SM-910V this OP ONLY !!!
Code:
[COLOR=Red][B]Your warranty is now void.[/B][/COLOR]
*most likely you don't have a warranty because you broke it, ROM'd it, its old and past warranty anyway !**
So, There is no warranty anyway, not even if you did anything in this thread to it
We are not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
thermonuclear war, or your getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this guide
before flashing it! (thanks @hsbadr)
YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
you point the finger at anyone for messing up your device, we will laugh at you
Symptoms : ROMs not flashing/installing , crashing, High heat, low battery life on new battery hardware note working specifically fingerprint.
Problems : digging through many forums 2 years later to root and unlock the bootloader, it took DAYS
Solution: keep track of my progress and make a useful step by step NOOB guide for Everything !
Section 1: Repairs
Then the rest of the sections are for Rooting, Installing TWRP custom recovery, fixing bootloader , and installing ROMS
Section 2: Flashing via ODIN and the correct rootable OEM rom 5.1.1 on a windows PC
section 2a: Flashing via Heimdall on a Linux device --need comments
Section 3: Achieve temporary root to install bootloader fix
Section 4: Use of ADB to (windows and linux ) to copy over bootloader fix
Section 5: install TWRP custom recovery and your first rom
Section 1: Repairs
If you have to replace the motherboard, and you have any other futzy component, might as well order it at this point, your going through pretty much the same process. I am only doing the motherboard, but the cameras and USB board are right there as well on this repair
I have been running a rooted Verizon Galaxy note 4 since Cynogenmod crashed and switched to Lineageos 14 and then 15.
Here is the forum
https://forum.xda-developers.com/no...eo-8-1-0-unofficial-lineage-15-1-rom-t3760969​
After several suggestions and searches, many users hinted I may be getting a Bad internal memory,
which refuses to write anymore.
So I had to go to Walmart and buy a LG Straight talk phone to use as my daily driver,
Then I ordered a new motherboard from China, 29.00 on Aliexpress.
See OP thread #2 below!! It was not fun searching for it, but I saved $20 to $40 from buying on ebay
What I bought may not be available from this seller, but here is the link. Use a desktop browser, it will show "suggested" other devices...
Code:
[URL]https://www.aliexpress.com/item/with-Android-System-Original-unlocked-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-4-N910V-Motherboard-Good-Working-Free-Shipping/32802513232.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.66e04c4dpohrQm[/URL]
When I received it , it was time to look for a repair procedure on YouTube.
Hardware needed: thin shim and 00 size phillips, AND a blank cheap SD card you don't mind losing. It may be unusable after we are done
Cell Phone repair tool kit really helps save your fingernails !
Complete note 4 teardown video:
Code:
[media=youtube]ZND9Q73wjr8[/media]
Just the Motherboard video
Code:
[media=youtube]5KpT755hNpM[/media]
In the second video, you can see the phone booting up as a test to see if you have all the connections correct.
Because it came from china, its a good idea to setup your user and
download the app CPUz before you put all the screws back in,
and check to see if you have a real or fake chipset.
Yaayyyy mine was real . Thanks Aliexpress.
Button it up and do a factory reset (it booted up set up as a no user) so I wanted a fresh install oem with my user.
Section 2: Installing the Correct rootable OEM rom so we can install Anything else.
FIRST check to see if you have the emmc brickbug or you will BRICK it !!
1. Google play store install eMMC Brickbug
If your long number starts with 15xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, YOU are Golden ! if not STOP, get another board ! or you are going to waste time , and get another board !
The Galaxy Note 4 Verizon had a special custom locked bootloader installed after the 4.4.4 release to 5.0.1 and made it very difficult to get
root access to your device.
I saw the notice
DON'T UPDATE YOUR BOOTLOADER TO ANYTHING AFTER THE LATEST BUILD AS OF 4/19/16
warning about a week to late. So I finished out my 2 year contract and watched the forums.
Seriously noobs, don't update your new motherboard ...
The rom pre-installed on my replacement motherboard was already setup booted to a running 5.0.1 oem rom, I could not root it.. with any method I remember downgrading my 6.x.x to 5.1.1 in one of the many forums listed here at XDA
This one was the one I used back then, and It turned out that is where I started..
Only a Verizon Samsung Galaxy note 4 Developer Edition has the ability to install custom roms, and most likely the motherboard you bought or have is NOT a developer edition
IF you have a eMMC that starts with 15 we can reprogram it a developer edition
Thanks to @hsbadr
Here are most of the downloads we need:
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=15720#downloads[/URL]
2. Download Odin, Download TWRP, and Samsung_unlock_n4-fix
3. On your windows PC, create a folder c:/Odin and extract the Odin zip file there, and copy the TWRP image there
4. Download the following OEM root able ROM to your c:/Odin folder
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=18880[/URL]
5. Plug your phone into a USB port on your Windows PC
6. Install the necessary drivers if they don't automatically install from Samsung
Code:
[URL]https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows[/URL]
7. Set up your phone for flashing ROM and communicating
Settings - Security - Unknown sources- : check allow
settings - system -about phone - build number : click several times until you activate developer options
settings - system -about phone - developer options : Android Debugging : enable android debug bridge
settings - security - reactivation lock : Turn OFF or you will brick your device ( may vary where this is at . Important to turn off )
Power Off phone
Enter Download Mode - press and hold in this order <down arrow> <home> <power> until screen comes on. release buttons.
press up arrow to enter download mode
8. Open windows explorer and go to your c:/Odin folder. You should have an odin exe file, and the twrp file, and the large rom file.
a. right click odin exe and open as administrator
b. check to see if your connected to your phone. you should see a blue box in upper left with a com under it.
If you unplug your phone, you should hear the disconnect notice and the com and blue bar will go off, and when you connect, the com and blue bar and reconnect noise should appear.
9. click the AP button box, select the ROM file that you downloaded above.
NOTE : this ROM will disable WIFI so you wont be able to use the play store unless you have cellular connection.
you will have to transfer other files via usb cable !
Click start, do not unplug! until it stops.
10. Device will reboot. Remove cable, and battery before boot completes
11. Enter recovery mode . Press in order ,<volume up><home><power>
wait for the little android dude to do his thing, then there will be a menu. select factory reset, and reset and let it reboot
Set up minimal user or as a new phone with no user and check the settings in step 7
Set up your phone for flashing roms and communicating
Settings - Security - Unknown sources- : check allow
settings - system -about phone - build number : click several times until you activate developer options
settings - system -about phone - developer options : Android Debugging : enable android debug bridge
settings - security - reactivation lock : Turn OFF or you will brick your device ( may vary where this is at . Important to turn off )
Yayy, you now have a rootable device
Section 3 Achieve temporary root to install bootloader fix
In my try to obtain temporary root, I tried every method in all the forums ( go ahead and look and try )
The only 2 programs that reported to work is Kingroot, and Kingoroot. These are APK's that are NOT in the play store
you will have to download them and install them as unknown sources. I was only able to install kingroot . Kingoroot apk would not install
in both my 5.0.1 original on my motherboard, as well as what we just installed 5.1.1 I was unsucessful at obtaining root with these programs
Then I remembered Kingoroot has a windows version that installs on the PC <dangerous dont install yet>
On your PC you will need AVG antivirus to catch the malware ( other antivirus may work but this is what I had ) my PC is windows 7 ultimate
Advanced Users only :Recommend running a virtual machine with windows so as to keep your PC completely malware free. just delete the VM after this process !
This section you will need on your Note 4 from the Play Store : root checker
You will need a throw away SD card
You will need read through section 4 and 5 and get all files and programs there ready to install use and or transfer
0.5 update your AVG
1. With AVG installed on my PC, and my phone connected as a mtp with usb I downloaded and installed Kingoroot for windows.
https://www.kingoapp.com/
NOTE after not being able to install forum recommended kingoroot apk's i dint want wast time install the newest kingoroot apk from the website. Maybe it will work for you. If you do get kingoroot apk to work on your Note 4 let me know.
2. In the install process for kingoroot windows version AVG will quarantine a file.
there will be a couple popups .. close them
when its installed it will open and start talking to your phone.
3. press the root button.
It will take 30 sec to a minute to install some files on your phone and achieve root, there will be a new floating toolbar on the phone. root will disappear after a reboot, but not the resident programs this root is pretty stable, but i was not able to install SuperSUME (paid version ) as recommended in a XDA guide to obtain permanent root for this 5.1.1 rom. If your successful with super SUme with this let me know.
4. Open root checker to verify ! yayy.
5. Cleanup instructions when finished with this guide below
Section 4: Use of ADB to (windows and Linux ) to copy over bootloader fix
1. Your Note4 phone should be running with root, make sure phone is connected
Explanation : ADB is a Google provided tool for the android platform. It communicates with your phones operating system , transfers files , and actuates programs remotely in the background. totally necessary for development of ROM's, TWRP, and programs for every android device
You may or may not know that your android device is running a Linux kernel, with some Linux programs, with custom folders and custom files and settings, and the touch screen is the GUI graphical user interface touch input.
ADB is a command line user interface, when you turned this on in Developer settings, the kernel is listening constantly on the USB com port and some times on the WiFi com port for commands. if you don't need it turn it off, it could be a security hole, but we need it on.
It works great on windows, mac, or Linux varieties
2. Install on your computer
Code:
[URL]https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools[/URL]
If you have linux, your distribution may have a package you can install from your distribution. Then it will be in your path as a command
3. Windows users , extract or install into c:/ADB and add that to your PATH variable if you want to use it all the time as a command
4. Open a command prompt window (search command or cmd , right click open as administrator)
5. If you have ADB folder in your path or are running Linux change directories to the folder where you downloaded the Samsung n4 fix file
6. You should still have root
type
Code:
adb devices
The ADB daemon ( little server program ) will start and return some information.
your phone will have a popup screen and should ask for permission, click allow
again type
Code:
adb devices
7. You should see something like this
Code:
List of devices attached
123a12ab device
The 123a12ab is made up. Yours will be specific to your device.
If you see something listed like the above adb is working. Now on to the next command to move the Samsung_unlock_n4-fix to the phone.
type dir ( or ls -al for Linux users ) to verify Samsung_unlock_n4-fix is in your directory
8. Send Unlocker to Phone with adb
Type or copy and paste the following command:
Code:
adb push samsung_unlock_n4-fix /data/local/tmp/
You should see successful output .
If you don't, check your PATH, check if your in the right folder, or make sure samsung_unlock_n4-fix is in your adb folder
9. Activate the unlocker. This requires root and a reboot. After the reboot you have to go and reactivate root in Section 3.3 above
type the following
Code:
adb shell
Congratulations you are now looking at the linux command line interface on your phone . the $ prompt means you are in the shell
10. activate superuser mode ( kind of like administrator in windows but more powerful )
type
Code:
su
then press enter key
YOU SHOUD NOW SEE a # prompt
This means you succeed in root. If you dont see a # you missed a step above somewhere , or your root was unstable and took too long to get to this point,that is why I said read thru this section and get ready..
Ok at this point we have the file we needed transfered, we have root, now we need to upgrade the permissions on the file so #root level of the operating system can use it !
The next command does all that then executes the command to upgrade your phone to developer edition !
Copy and paste the following command series and press enter.the && joins each command
Code:
cd /data/local/tmp/ && chmod 777 samsung_unlock_n4-fix && chown root.root samsung_unlock_n4-fix && ./samsung_unlock_n4-fix
The device will reboot and flash the developer code.
You should see some sort of progress in the window.
When done ,unplug the cable and pull the battery to shut down phone.
11. Make sure you have a cheap throwaway SD card installed !
One More Time to unlock the boot loader !! section 3 and 4 short version
Put the battery and cable back in and turn the phone back on and make sure its plugged in your PC.
Now repeat the kingoroot PC to gain temp root
open a command prompt or shell
type or copy paste the following to verify its connected
Code:
adb devices
transfer the fix
Code:
adb push samsung_unlock_n4-fix /data/local/tmp/ && a
open the shell on your phone
Code:
adb shell
gain super user rights
Code:
su
unlock the boot loader
same command series
Code:
cd /data/local/tmp/ && chmod 777 samsung_unlock_n4-fix && chown root.root samsung_unlock_n4-fix && ./samsung_unlock_n4-fix
You will see your phone do a series of outputs then reboot. when it reboots, disconnect the cable.
If this step is sucessful your phone will keep rebooting. This is NORMAL . after the first or second reboot, pull the battery and pull the sd card, and set the sdcard aside. It will need to be thrown out or repartititioned to be usable. or you can keep it as a memento on your charm bracelet.
Your bootloader is NOW UNLOCKED . keep phone off until you read the next section
Section 5a: install TWRP custom recovery
Currently right now you have 5.1.1 installed with some Chinese malware on your phone and PC,
A custom developer edition and an unlocked boot loader. Lets fix them all.
Turn on phone download mode . <down volume><home><power> then volume up to enter download mode
Open Odin again ( see above )
Connect phone ( look for com and blue bar )
Select AP button, and browse to TWRP file
Press start. when finished phone will restart.
Don't let it boot all the way back up! , pull battery, and install good SD card, and if you read this section you downloaded what you needed for a new ROM onto your sdcard
Turn off the automatic rebooting in the custom tab, DO NOT select the PIT tab
Press start
Once it finishes it will say Success or FAILED
IF it says FAILED start the whole process over! you didn't unlock the bootloader !
If success, Power off the phone with the pull battery method and disconnect your cable
Press and hold these buttons immediately to enter TWRP ,
<volume up> <home> <power>.
Swipe to allow changes in TWRP.
Select backup , change to SD card, You can also plug in a memory device into the USB port. If it sees it you will be able to use that for backup space
BACKUP everything . You now have a custom recovery installed, a unlocked bootloader, and a rootable ROM Backed UP !
If you feel you want to do this all over again if you flash the OEM Samsung ROM via Odin by accident like I did, ha ha skip the next steps
Select the backup button, select all the partitions, select the source, where you want to store it.
Name the backup rooted-backup-everything-5.1.1
Select start and go make some coffee or a sandwich. its about 4 gigabytes compression, so it may take about 5 to 10 minutes
Clean up -
uninstall windows kingoroot PC and do a virus check
check for hidden folders and registry entries
Section 5b. Install your first ROM
Cleanup : After your backup WIPE your phone twice
THIS IS TO guarantee, no Kingoroot or kingroot stuff is in the phone !!!
WIPE IT TWICE !!!
Some guides (listed below ) say to adb sideload over a root file , then install an older rom. I haven tried this. Let me know if you did and are successful.
Whatever ROM you use, please post a success story in the reply's. I am interested in how you all do.
I have tried every note 4 ROM and this is the most succesful for me and most stable
I have been using this ROM for a while, and the lineageos 14 version too
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/oreo-8-1-0-unofficial-lineage-15-1-rom-t3760969[/URL]
In most all ROMS, you can update the bootloader (TWRP) by TWRP app if rooted
you can update the modem ( a partition that contains original Samsung code to run the cell and wireless ) via ODIN
Roms and patches and other goodies can be installed via TWRP by downloading to your device or transfering them to your sd card
Oem ROMS must be installed via ODIN, and will WIPE all you just accomplished. so unless your selling your device, or giving it to grandma DONT.
If you copied the rom ( usually a zip file ) and the necessary files, and have upgraded your bootloader and modem to the newest,
Now install your ROM, and after your initial setup, come back to TWRP and do a full backup !
every time you try a new rom, and get it set up, do a backup. that way you can switch and test to your hearts desire till you run out of SD memory.
The cool thing is you can backup to an external memory device ! more room !
Follow the directions in the OP of your ROM to install. Enjoy
All the above info was gleaned from the following pages
Thanks to @beaups for discovering exploit !!!
Thanks to @hsbadr [HOWTO] Bootloader Unlock and Upgrade to Marshmallow [N910VVRU2CQL1]
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-verizon/development/howto-bootloader-unlock-upgrade-to-t3398144[/URL]
and his files
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=15720#downloads[/URL]
Thanks to @ryanbg [Official] Note 4 Verizon Bootloader Unlock
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-verizon/general/note-4-verizon-bootloader-unlock-t3358913[/URL]
and @urgodfather
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66381707&postcount=342[/URL]
Thanks to @chriskader [HOWTO] Converting your Retail Note 4 to a Developer Edition Note 4
and @Mickey387 for discovering how to compile the note 4 32bit hardware drivers into Oreo !!
and @_mone @ripee
for maintaining and working hard on
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][8.1.0] LineageOS 15.1 [trlte][trlteduos]
Code:
[URL]https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/oreo-8-1-0-unofficial-lineage-15-1-rom-t3760969[/URL]
Information Sources: felixtaf, ryanbg, kingroot, twrp, emotion, ibowtoandroid, shimp208, & urgodfather
some of this was also posted on reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/galaxynote4/comments/4f8cgc/guide_a_noobs_guide_to_permanent_rootunlocked

Update:
Looking for a motherboard for a 910 that's not a v?
Thanks to user @maralexbar I need to update some info
Method 1 use eBay. Find your correct motherboard easily.
Method 2. Save some money use Ali Express ( China )
If you use Ali, and don't find your motherboard on a direct search, keep digging.
I forgot to mention this.
Looking for my Verizon motherboard, I found lots of parts like the USB internal connector etc. But no mobo. I had to go thru the store listing of the seller of the USB connector to find a vendor that had a mobo. Then I tried comparing different vendors. So do some digging. There is a billion people on Ali express selling stuff. Don't give up.
Plus Ali wants happy international buyers. So if you get a bogus item, you get your money back.

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Thank you very much for this!!! The phone is running beautifully, smooth and fast. I ended up installing this ROM:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/rom-resurrection-remix-6-0-0-t3768963
BJ

b1ggjoe said:
Thank you very much for this!!! The phone is running beautifully, smooth and fast. I ended up installing this ROM:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/rom-resurrection-remix-6-0-0-t3768963
BJ
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Your more than welcome

Announcement:
Thanks to @ripee
The lineage-17.1 thread is up!
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][10] LineageOS 17.1 [tblte][trlte][trlteduos]
If you don't mind not having a working fingerprint sensor, or audio through the headphone jack, then Q is stable enough for daily use. As always when coming from an older rom version, it is highly recommended not to waste your time dirty flashing and just clean flash.
Q is still a work in progress, so I will still be releasing Pie builds, though maybe not as often. As in years past, once the Q bugs have been fixed up to the current Pie level, I will post about when my last Pie build will be. I will upload it to the Downloads tab located at the top of each page of this thread, and link it in the OP.

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 Stock to Android 13

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 Stock to Android 13
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE/deb or Wi-Fi-only/flo to Android 13 / LineageOS 20 with Netflix/Disney+ working
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Google Nexus 7 (4G or wifi) with Android 6 to a fresher one with Android 13.
### I'll make a few notes using this style: PLEASE READ THEM.
Before going further, make sure you have the correct model.
Go to Settings > About tablet > Model number: Nexus 7
And on tablet's back cover: Nexus is written vertically (horizontally on 2012 model)
### See here if not clear: https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/58273/how-to-distinguish-nexus-7-2012-and-nexus-7-2013
If you have a SIM card slot on the side, it is a LTE model (codename deb), if not, Wi-Fi only alias flo.
Make sure you have latest official updates.
Connect tab to Wi-Fi network.
Go to Settings > About tablet > System updates. Download if update is available.
### WARNING. I'm not sure banking apps will work. Office Lens and Adobe Scan don't work.
### See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
### Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/djibe
CHANGELOG
v10. BitGApps v2, Lanchon repit cited
v9. Android 13, TWRP 3.7 (both by @followmsi)
v8. Back to BitGApps
v7. Hack GApps for Android 12.1/12L (thx to @JamesTanner)
v6. Android 12.1/LOS 19.1
v5. Stick to 12/19 (not 12L/19.1) to wait for compatible BitGApps
v4. Move to Android 12, improve fastboot errors, update Magisk to 24.3 + Netflix access
v3. Move to BitGApps, TWRP 3.6 by @followmsi, repartition script 1380/20 by @k23m
v2. Netflix and Disney+ with Magisk 23 + updated pack, improve readability
v1. Initial release
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Nexus 7 2013 pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gPo8YGO-5b6mqugCDyi7T3k94uecwbfZ/view?usp=sharing
(contains USB drivers r13 + fastboot & adb + TWRP recovery 3.7.0_9-0 flo & deb by followmsi + Magisk root + repartition zip sysrepart_1380_20 by @k23m).
### Use Incognito web browser mode if needed to download pack.
Unzip pack on Windows desktop.
For both LTE model/deb & Wi-Fi model re-partitionned/flox
- ROM LineageOS 20 Unofficial by @followmsi (Android 13): https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-flo-deb-unofficial-lineageos-20-0.3569067/
Download latest build: See top link in thread above
### You may also want LineageOS 18.1 Official (Android 11): https://download.lineageos.org/flox (download according BitGApps version)
+ BitGApps ARM 13 v2+ CORE: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases/
+ Tablet must be fully charged.
2) INSTALL WINDOWS DRIVERS AND BACKUP
Go to the folder you unzipped earlier.
navigate to usb_driver_r13-windows > usb_driver.
Right click on android_winusb.inf and select Install. Confirm with OK.
Restart Windows.
Make sure Google/provider account is synchronized.
Backup photos, documents, contacts before going any further (ex: use the backupyourmobile app).
Connect tab to PC and retrieve data.
3) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER OF GOOGLE NEXUS 7 2013
In Android, go to Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on "Build number", a notification confirms Developer menu is unlocked.
Go to Settings > Developer options and switch USB debugging ON.
Go to my /djibe folder you unziped earlier. In Windows address bar (ie E:\root\Google Nexus 7 2013\djibe\flash), type cmd and hit Enter
to open a Windows Command.
Connect tablet to PC.
Enter command
Code:
adb devices
Command starts adb and returns
Code:
077955f1 unauthorized
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) has started but tab is waiting for authorization.
On tablet, authorize adb commands from Allow USB debugging dialog: tap on OK.
Then enter command
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Tab restarts and displays a droid, lowest message is: LOCK STATE - locked
Enter command
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
Using Volume+, select Yes - Unlock bootloader, confirm by pressing Power.
Lowest message is now: LOCK STATE - unlocked
### Unable to run fastboot commands: < waiting for device > ? Go to Windows Device Manager
### While in ADB, driver for Android Device should be named Android Composite ADB Interface. In Fastboot: Android Bootloader Interface
### Click on View > Display hidden devices, right click on Nexus 7 > Uninstall. Reinstall drivers. No success ? Try from another computer
Use Volume keys to select Start and Power to confirm.
Tablet is unlocked.
Configure Android quickly, reactivate Developer options and USB debugging.
Then restart tablet to bootloader using once again
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
4) FLASH TWRP 3.7 RECOVERY
Tablet displays the droid logo.
From Windows command, enter:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-0-flo_followmsi.img
### Or for LTE model:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-0-deb_followmsi.img
Command returns Finished. Total time: 0.995s
Back to tablet, use Volume keys to select Recovery mode, confirm with Power.
### You may experience lagginess within the Recovery.
Welcome to TWRP recovery.
Check Never show this screen during boot again and Swip to Allow Modifications.
Go straight to Backup > select Boot, System, Data partitions.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
Back to home screen > Mount (tablet still connected to PC).
You can access tablet's storage folders from Windows Explorer if Data partition is checked and bottom right button show Disable MTP (within TWRP Mount menu).
From Windows Explorer, navigate to Nexus 7 > Internal Storage.
Copy TWRP folder and paste it somewhere safe on PC.
This is a perfect backup in case of crash.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
On tablet, now go to Wipe > Format data.
Type yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Now go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe. Select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, Cache and Swipe to Wipe.
We cannot flash on wiped partitions. Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
Back to Mount menu.
From Windows Explorer, now copy sysrepart_1380_20.zip on Internal Storage.
Disconnect tab.
Back to tablet, go to Install > tap on sysrepart_1380_20.zip and Swipe to flash.
Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
### Repartitioned Wi-Fi model is called flox (instead of flo)
### If you lack space, you should go there: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/tool-unofficial-port-repit-for-nexus-7-2013-deb-flo.4237183/
6) FLASH ANDROID + GAPPS (+ MAGISK)
On restart, check Never show this screen during boot again and Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Connect tab to PC.
Back to Mount menu.
Copy ROM + GAPPS (+ Magisk) to Internal storage with Windows Explorer.
Go to TWRP Home > Install.
Select lineage-*.zip,
then Add more zips: bitgapps*.zip and Swipe to Install
(for root, needed for Netflix : and Add More Zips, then Magisk.zip)
### If you get Error 70, don't be scared. Tablet doesn't know the System partition was increased.
### Go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe > Resize File System > Swipe to Resize and flash GApps.
(Repeat Reboot to Recovery with Magisk v25.2 if you need root).
Android 13 is installed !
When done message prompts, tap on Wipe Cache/Dalvik and Swipe to Wipe.
Disconnect tab from PC.
Then Reboot System.
Let the tab start (a few minutes).
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magisk via TWRP recovery
Do not connect to Android account.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
Open Files app > Install Magisk.apk.
Then in Magisk goto Settings > Hide magisk app and give it a name, switch Zygisk option ON.
Go to Modules Tab > Install from Storage: MagiskHidePropsConfig and safetynet.
Go to Developer options to disable Android debugging (ADB).
Reboot phone.
You can use yasnac app to check Safetynet passes.
Then with Files App: install netflix and disney+ if needed.
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Developer options
Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x (or disabled)
Tablet not seen by Windows or Can't access tablet from Windows Explorer ?
Activate Developer options.
Go to Settings > System > Developer options > Default USB configuration > File transfer
11) NETFLIX AND DISNEY+
You may try both apps without more manipulations.
If they don't work, go back to recovery and flash Magisk.
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
Thanks: @followmsi, @k23m, @nbehary, @DevSwift1, @flex1911, @yattodettaman, @emmett.tsai, TopJohnWu, TWRP team, LineageOS team, BitGApps team
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BOOT TO RECOVERY
Hold Power + Volume- until Droid logo appears and release buttons, this is Bootloader.
Press Volume- twice to show Recovery mode and confirm with Power

Amazing guide. Start to finish in just under an hour. Zero issues.

DefconZero said:
Amazing guide. Start to finish in just under an hour. Zero issues.
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Hi, glad you like it !
This tab is awesome.

djibe89 said:
Hi, glad you like it !
This tab is awesome.
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Indeed!
Forgot to add - THANKS to you and all the contributors you mentioned for all the support in keeping this device and the android community alive!

Easy guide, everything seems working just fine except gps not working how do I fix that?
Thanks to you and all the contributors you mentioned for all the support in keeping this device alive

After many unsuccessful attempts (Win64, Linux) I followed these instructions to the letter and it was successful. Thanks!

amem said:
Easy guide, everything seems working just fine except gps not working how do I fix that?
Thanks to you and all the contributors you mentioned for all the support in keeping this device alive
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Hi,
I don't remember to have GPS failing.
I'm sorry I can't help on this.
I'll try to buy a new tab one day to test it again.

djibe89 said:
Hi,
I don't remember to have GPS failing.
I'm sorry I can't help on this.
I'll try to buy a new tab one day to test it again.
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Hi
Thanks for taking the time to read my post after reboot It is working fine thanks again

Finally there is a guide which I can refer to as a newbie. Thank you so much!
Not sure why can't boot to recovery mode though...but resolved by manual long hold vol up + power button

andycyc said:
Finally there is a guide which I can refer to as a newbie. Thank you so much!
Not sure why can't boot to recovery mode though...but resolved by manual long hold vol up + power button
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Hi,
thx for your post.
I'm glad it's useful.

Hi, been running my Nexus 7 rooted and on custom Android 6 based ROM and kernal for probably the last 6 years. Admittedly used very little, but still runs like a champ, if not a little sluggish. So I just decided to check back in to XDA and so happy to find this and try it out. However, GApps link not working for me. "File requested does not exist" Any possibility to fix link?
Thanks very much to OP!!
Edit: wow, pardon the banner, haven't been on XDA like I said for maybe six years, or more!
Edit 2: I believe I found the same GApps from another link djibe89 posted in LG G3 tutorial for the same process. Here:
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 D855 Stock to Android 11
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 D855 Stock to Android 11 [GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 LG-D855 (Unlocked/Europe) Stock to Android 11 R/LineageOS 18.1 with all files included, Netflix and Disney+ working This detailed step-by-step guide helps you...
forum.xda-developers.com

mookdawg7 said:
Hi, been running my Nexus 7 rooted and on custom Android 6 based ROM and kernal for probably the last 6 years. Admittedly used very little, but still runs like a champ, if not a little sluggish. So I just decided to check back in to XDA and so happy to find this and try it out. However, GApps link not working for me. "File requested does not exist" Any possibility to fix link?
Thanks very much to OP!!
Edit: wow, pardon the banner, haven't been on XDA like I said for maybe six years, or more!
Edit 2: I believe I found the same GApps from another link djibe89 posted in LG G3 tutorial for the same process. Here:
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 D855 Stock to Android 11
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 D855 Stock to Android 11 [GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] LG G3 LG-D855 (Unlocked/Europe) Stock to Android 11 R/LineageOS 18.1 with all files included, Netflix and Disney+ working This detailed step-by-step guide helps you...
forum.xda-developers.com
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Hi, you can use Bitgapps:
BiTGApps Package ARM 11: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
Clean Flash ROM > restart recovery > flash Gapps > reboot
I'm updating tutorial

djibe89 said:
Hi, you can use Bitgapps:
BiTGApps Package ARM 11: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
Clean Flash ROM > restart recovery > flash Gapps > reboot
I'm updating tutorial
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Fantastic! Everything was going smoothly. But the GApps kept failing on install (Unsupported SDK version, and Install config not found). Thought it might be the version I downloaded, but I came back here and found your reply, so rebooted recovery after Lineage 19 install, installed GApps package, wiped Dalvik/Cache, installed Magisk, wiped dalvik/cache, and rebooted system. Joy! Now appears to be up and running. Seems as though reboot>recovery after ROM flash made the difference. Haven't rooted yet, but I am having a lot of fun. Huge gratitude to you for this tutorial and development work, as well as quick reply. Thank you!
Edit: Ahh, I'm pretty rusty. Realized now Lineage 19 is based off of Android 12, instead of 11. So I installed GApps for 11, not 12. Maybe something to do with it...?

mookdawg7 said:
Fantastic! Everything was going smoothly. But the GApps kept failing on install (Unsupported SDK version, and Install config not found). Thought it might be the version I downloaded, but I came back here and found your reply, so rebooted recovery after Lineage 19 install, installed GApps package, wiped Dalvik/Cache, installed Magisk, wiped dalvik/cache, and rebooted system. Joy! Now appears to be up and running. Seems as though reboot>recovery after ROM flash made the difference. Haven't rooted yet, but I am having a lot of fun. Huge gratitude to you for this tutorial and development work, as well as quick reply. Thank you!
Edit: Ahh, I'm pretty rusty. Realized now Lineage 19 is based off of Android 12, instead of 11. So I installed GApps for 11, not 12. Maybe something to do with it...?
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Well, I updated tuto for 12.
Choose GApps package accordingly
I'm looking to buy a new one to try 12
And test flashing errors after repartition

djibe89 said:
Well, I updated tuto for 12.
Choose GApps package accordingly
I'm looking to buy a new one to try 12
And test flashing errors after repartition
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Thanks, worked great for me running unofficial Lineage 19/Android 12! I wasn't able to install official Lineage 18.1. TWRP rejected install because it did not recognize my device as flox. I thought that the repartition package renamed it to this, but anyway that is what I ran into.

mookdawg7 said:
Thanks, worked great for me running unofficial Lineage 19/Android 12! I wasn't able to install official Lineage 18.1. TWRP rejected install because it did not recognize my device as flox. I thought that the repartition package renamed it to this, but anyway that is what I ran into.
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If you need to force flash one day, you can edit updater-script in ROM archive

djibe89 said:
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 stock to Android 11 or 12
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE/deb or Wi-Fi-only/flo to Android 11 or 12 / LineageOS 18.1 or 19 with Netflix/Disney+ working
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Google Nexus 7 (4G or wifi) with Android 6 to a powerful one with Android 11 R.
### I'll make a few notes using this style: PLEASE READ THEM.
Before going further, make sure you have the correct model.
Go to Settings > About tablet > Model number: Nexus 7
And on tablet's back cover: Nexus is written vertically (horizontally on 2012 model)
### See here if not clear: https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/58273/how-to-distinguish-nexus-7-2012-and-nexus-7-2013
If you have a SIM card slot on the side, it is a LTE model (codename deb), if not, Wi-Fi only alias flo.
Make sure you have latest official updates.
Connect tab to Wi-Fi network.
Go to Settings > About tablet > System updates. Download if update is available.
### WARNING. I'm not sure banking apps will work.
CHANGELOG
v3. Move to BitGApps, TWRP 3.6 by @followmsi, repartition script 1380/20 by @k23m
v2. Netflix and Disney+ with Magisk 23 + updated pack, improve readability
v1. Initial release
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Nexus 7 2013 pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gPo8YGO-5b6mqugCDyi7T3k94uecwbfZ/view?usp=sharing
(contains USB drivers r13 + fastboot & adb + TWRP recovery 3.6.0_9-1 flo & deb by followmsi + Magisk root + repartition zip sysrepart_1380_20 by @k23m).
### Use Incognito web browser mode if needed to download pack.
Unzip pack on Windows desktop.
For both LTE model/deb & Wi-Fi model re-partitionned/flox
- ROM LineageOS 18.1 Unofficial: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-flo-deb-unofficial-lineageos-18-1-2021-05-06.3569067/
Download latest build: See top link in thread above
### You may also use LineageOS 18.1 Official: https://download.lineageos.org/flox
### Want Android 12 (maybe not yet fully stable) ? Enjoy https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-flo-deb-unofficial-lineageos-19-0-2022-01-07.3569067/
+ BiTGApps Package ARM 11: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ Tablet must be fully charged to 100%.
2) INSTALL WINDOWS DRIVERS AND BACKUP
Go to the folder you unzipped earlier.
navigate to usb_driver_r13-windows > usb_driver.
Right click on android_winusb.inf and select Install. Confirm with OK.
Restart Windows.
Make sure Google/provider account is synchronized.
Backup photos, documents, contacts before going any further (ex: use the backupyourmobile app).
Connect tab to PC and retrieve data.
3) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER OF GOOGLE NEXUS 7 2013
In Android, go to Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on "Build number", a notification confirms Developer menu is unlocked.
Go to Settings > Developer options and switch USB debugging ON.
Open a Windows command prompt on the /djibe pack folder you unziped earlier:
select folder with left click, right click while holding SHIFT on keyboard > Open command windows here
Connect tablet to PC.
Enter command
Code:
adb devices
Command starts adb and returns
Code:
077955f1 unauthorized
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) has started but tab is waiting for authorization.
On tablet, authorize adb commands from Allow USB debugging dialog: tap on OK.
Then enter command
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Tab restarts and displays a droid, lowest message is: LOCK STATE - locked
Enter command
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
Using Volume+, select Yes - Unlock bootloader, confirm by pressing Power.
Lowest message is now: LOCK STATE - unlocked
Use Volume keys to select Start and Power to confirm.
Tablet is unlocked.
Configure Android fast, reactivate Developer options and USB debugging.
Then restart tablet to bootloader using once again
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
4) FLASH TWRP 3.5/3.6 RECOVERY
Tablet displays the droid logo.
Enter this command
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.6.0_9-1-flo_followmsi.img
### Or for LTE model:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.6.0_9-1-deb_followmsi.img
Command returns Finished. Total time: 0.995s
Use Volume keys to select Recovery mode, confirm with Power.
### You may experience lagginess within the Recovery.
Welcome to TWRP recovery.
Check Never show this screen during boot again and Swip to Allow Modifications.
Go straight to Backup > select Boot, System, Data partitions.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
Back to home screen > Mount.
You can access folders from PC if Data partition is checked and bottom right button show Disable MTP.
From Windows Explorer, navigate to Nexus 7 > Internal Storage.
Copy TWRP folder and paste it somewhere safe on PC.
This is a perfect backup in case of crash.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
Now go to Wipe > Format data.
Type yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Now go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe, select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, Cache and Swipe to Wipe.
We cannot flash on wiped partitions. Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
Back to Mount.
Copy sysrepart_1280_120.zip on Internal Storage.
Disconnect tab.
Go to Install > tap on sysrepart_1380_20.zip and Swipe to flash.
Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
### Repartitioned Wi-Fi model is called flox (instead of flo)
6) FLASH ANDROID + BITGAPPS (+ MAGISK)
On restart, check Never show this screen during boot again and Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Connect tab to PC.
Back to Mount menu.
Copy ROM + GAPPS (+ Magisk) to Internal storage with Windows Explorer.
Go to TWRP Home > then Install.
Select lineage-*.zip,
(for root: and Add More Zips, then Magisk.zip)
and Swipe to force install.
After flash, go to Reboot > Recovery
After TWRP reboot, go to Install > BiTGApps*.zip and Swipe to Install.
### If you get Error 70, don't be scared. Tablet doesn't know the System partition was increased.
### Go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe > Resize File System > Swipe to Resize and flash BitGApps.
Android 11 (or 12) is installed !
When done message prompts, tap on Wipe Cache/Dalvik and Swipe to Wipe.
Disconnect tab from PC.
Then Reboot System.
Let the tab start (a few minutes).
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magish via TWRP recovery.
Configure Android as you like.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
If Magisk Manager doesn't download apk. Download official apk here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Developer options
Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
11) NETFLIX AND DISNEY+
You may try both apps without more manipulations.
If they don't work, go back to recovery anf flash Magisk.
Open Magisk app (v23+).
Go to Settings > go to App Rename app to Godmode to hide hide.
Below, switch MagiskHide ON.
Now go to Magisk Modules tab > install liboemcrypto disabler and MagiskHide Props Config.
Connect to your Google account, download from Play Store Netflix and Disney+.
### If you are already connected to Google account.
Clear cache (Settings > Apps > All apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear storage) and restart tab.
Relaunch Play Store, Netflix and Disney+ will be available in SD.
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
Thanks: @followmsi, @k23m, @nbehary, @DevSwift1, @flex1911, @yattodettaman, @emmett.tsai, TopJohnWu, TWRP team, LineageOS team, BitGApps team
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I followed the instructions and successfully installed the OS. It was working fine, but after some time touchscreen became unresponsive and now I can't do anything. I tried restarting using the power button and got into recovery, even in recovery, the touch screen is not responding. Someone, Please help.

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I followed the instructions and successfully installed the OS. It was working fine, but after some time touchscreen became unresponsive and now I can't do anything. I tried restarting using the power button and got into recovery, even in recovery, the touch screen is not responding. Someone, Please help.
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Hi, is ADB active ?

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[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 stock to Android 11 or 12
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE/deb or Wi-Fi-only/flo to Android 11 or 12 / LineageOS 18.1 or 19 with Netflix/Disney+ working
This detailed step-by-step guide helps you transform your Google Nexus 7 (4G or wifi) with Android 6 to a powerful one with Android 11 R.
### I'll make a few notes using this style: PLEASE READ THEM.
Before going further, make sure you have the correct model.
Go to Settings > About tablet > Model number: Nexus 7
And on tablet's back cover: Nexus is written vertically (horizontally on 2012 model)
### See here if not clear: https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/58273/how-to-distinguish-nexus-7-2012-and-nexus-7-2013
If you have a SIM card slot on the side, it is a LTE model (codename deb), if not, Wi-Fi only alias flo.
Make sure you have latest official updates.
Connect tab to Wi-Fi network.
Go to Settings > About tablet > System updates. Download if update is available.
### WARNING. I'm not sure banking apps will work.
CHANGELOG
v3. Move to BitGApps, TWRP 3.6 by @followmsi, repartition script 1380/20 by @k23m
v2. Netflix and Disney+ with Magisk 23 + updated pack, improve readability
v1. Initial release
1) DOWNLOAD
- djibe Nexus 7 2013 pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gPo8YGO-5b6mqugCDyi7T3k94uecwbfZ/view?usp=sharing
(contains USB drivers r13 + fastboot & adb + TWRP recovery 3.6.0_9-1 flo & deb by followmsi + Magisk root + repartition zip sysrepart_1380_20 by @k23m).
### Use Incognito web browser mode if needed to download pack.
Unzip pack on Windows desktop.
For both LTE model/deb & Wi-Fi model re-partitionned/flox
- ROM LineageOS 18.1 Unofficial: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-flo-deb-unofficial-lineageos-18-1-2021-05-06.3569067/
Download latest build: See top link in thread above
### You may also use LineageOS 18.1 Official: https://download.lineageos.org/flox
### Want Android 12 (maybe not yet fully stable) ? Enjoy https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-flo-deb-unofficial-lineageos-19-0-2022-01-07.3569067/
+ BiTGApps Package ARM 11: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ Tablet must be fully charged to 100%.
2) INSTALL WINDOWS DRIVERS AND BACKUP
Go to the folder you unzipped earlier.
navigate to usb_driver_r13-windows > usb_driver.
Right click on android_winusb.inf and select Install. Confirm with OK.
Restart Windows.
Make sure Google/provider account is synchronized.
Backup photos, documents, contacts before going any further (ex: use the backupyourmobile app).
Connect tab to PC and retrieve data.
3) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER OF GOOGLE NEXUS 7 2013
In Android, go to Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on "Build number", a notification confirms Developer menu is unlocked.
Go to Settings > Developer options and switch USB debugging ON.
Open a Windows command prompt on the /djibe pack folder you unziped earlier:
select folder with left click, right click while holding SHIFT on keyboard > Open command windows here
Connect tablet to PC.
Enter command
Code:
adb devices
Command starts adb and returns
Code:
077955f1 unauthorized
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) has started but tab is waiting for authorization.
On tablet, authorize adb commands from Allow USB debugging dialog: tap on OK.
Then enter command
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Tab restarts and displays a droid, lowest message is: LOCK STATE - locked
Enter command
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
Using Volume+, select Yes - Unlock bootloader, confirm by pressing Power.
Lowest message is now: LOCK STATE - unlocked
Use Volume keys to select Start and Power to confirm.
Tablet is unlocked.
Configure Android fast, reactivate Developer options and USB debugging.
Then restart tablet to bootloader using once again
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
4) FLASH TWRP 3.5/3.6 RECOVERY
Tablet displays the droid logo.
Enter this command
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.6.0_9-1-flo_followmsi.img
### Or for LTE model:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.6.0_9-1-deb_followmsi.img
Command returns Finished. Total time: 0.995s
Use Volume keys to select Recovery mode, confirm with Power.
### You may experience lagginess within the Recovery.
Welcome to TWRP recovery.
Check Never show this screen during boot again and Swip to Allow Modifications.
Go straight to Backup > select Boot, System, Data partitions.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
Back to home screen > Mount.
You can access folders from PC if Data partition is checked and bottom right button show Disable MTP.
From Windows Explorer, navigate to Nexus 7 > Internal Storage.
Copy TWRP folder and paste it somewhere safe on PC.
This is a perfect backup in case of crash.
5) FORMAT PARTITIONS
Now go to Wipe > Format data.
Type yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Now go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe, select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, Cache and Swipe to Wipe.
We cannot flash on wiped partitions. Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
Back to Mount.
Copy sysrepart_1280_120.zip on Internal Storage.
Disconnect tab.
Go to Install > tap on sysrepart_1380_20.zip and Swipe to flash.
Go to Reboot > Recovery and Swipe to Reboot.
### Repartitioned Wi-Fi model is called flox (instead of flo)
6) FLASH ANDROID + BITGAPPS (+ MAGISK)
On restart, check Never show this screen during boot again and Swipe to Allow Modifications.
Connect tab to PC.
Back to Mount menu.
Copy ROM + GAPPS (+ Magisk) to Internal storage with Windows Explorer.
Go to TWRP Home > then Install.
Select lineage-*.zip,
(for root: and Add More Zips, then Magisk.zip)
and Swipe to force install.
After flash, go to Reboot > Recovery
After TWRP reboot, go to Install > BiTGApps*.zip and Swipe to Install.
### If you get Error 70, don't be scared. Tablet doesn't know the System partition was increased.
### Go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe > Resize File System > Swipe to Resize and flash BitGApps.
Android 11 (or 12) is installed !
When done message prompts, tap on Wipe Cache/Dalvik and Swipe to Wipe.
Disconnect tab from PC.
Then Reboot System.
Let the tab start (a few minutes).
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magish via TWRP recovery.
Configure Android as you like.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
If Magisk Manager doesn't download apk. Download official apk here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Developer options
Settings > About tablet.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
11) NETFLIX AND DISNEY+
You may try both apps without more manipulations.
If they don't work, go back to recovery anf flash Magisk.
Open Magisk app (v23+).
Go to Settings > go to App Rename app to Godmode to hide hide.
Below, switch MagiskHide ON.
Now go to Magisk Modules tab > install liboemcrypto disabler and MagiskHide Props Config.
Connect to your Google account, download from Play Store Netflix and Disney+.
### If you are already connected to Google account.
Clear cache (Settings > Apps > All apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear storage) and restart tab.
Relaunch Play Store, Netflix and Disney+ will be available in SD.
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
Thanks: @followmsi, @k23m, @nbehary, @DevSwift1, @flex1911, @yattodettaman, @emmett.tsai, TopJohnWu, TWRP team, LineageOS team, BitGApps team
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hi i followed the tutorial but when i flash twrp recovery then the touch is not working inside the recovery.its really annoying, can you please help me with this im using nexus 7 2013 LTE version

ShivaRK666 said:
hi i followed the tutorial but when i flash twrp recovery then the touch is not working inside the recovery.its really annoying, can you please help me with this im using nexus 7 2013 LTE version
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Hi, can you try with suitable 3.5 TWRP ?
[ROM][flo|deb][UNOFFICIAL][LineageOS 20.0]
LineageOS 20.0 lineage-20.0-20230507-UNOFFICIAL-flo.zip lineage-20.0-20230507-UNOFFICIAL-deb.zip Known issues: - We are still Permissive (SELinux) - Encryption is not working .. Pls do NOT encrypt your /data partition! - Camera is not fully...
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[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 from Stock to Android 12

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 from Stock to Android 12
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Motorola Moto G3 (2015 osprey or merlin) from Stock Android 12.1/LineageOS 19.1
Complete guide to install Android 12.1 on your Motorola Moto G3.
This tutorial only applies to this model, to check the correct version:
in Android, go to Settings > System > About phone, make sure it is one of these models:
Osprey variants (1.4 GHz quad core Snapdragon 410):
- XT1540
- XT1541
- XT1542
- XT1543
- XT1544
- XT1548
- XT1550
Details: https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/osprey/
Merlin variants (Moto G3 Turbo 1.5 GHz octo core Snapdragon 615):
- XT1556
- XT1557
Remove back cover to see the model reference.
Netflix and Disney+ are working.
See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release
1) WHAT YOU NEED
- djibe Moto G3 pack: https://bit.ly/motoG3djibepack
(Contains link to Motorola Bootloader unlock + TWRP Recovery 3.7.0_9-0 + Magisk root + Motorola USB drivers x32/64 + fastboot + all cited files)
+ ROM Android 12 LineageOS Unofficial 19.1 for osprey: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-12l-wip-lineageos-19-1-unofficial-osprey-merlin.4358885/
Download latest build here for osprey: https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los19/osprey/
Download latest build here for merlin: https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los19/merlin/
Or LineageOS Official 17.1 (Android 10): https://sourceforge.net/projects/althafvly/files/los17/nightly/
Or CrDroid Official 6 (Android 10): https://crdroid.net/osprey/6
Or CrDroid Unofficial 7.12 for merlin (Android 11): https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-11-0-unofficial-crdroid-v7-12-merlin.4326065/
+ BitGApps ARM 12.1: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+ a microSD card formatted in FAT32: copy ROM, GApps (+/- Magisk). Insert it in phone
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) INSTALL DRIVERS
Install Motorola 64 bits drivers (32 or 64 bits depending on your Windows version).
Then plug Moto G5 to PC and let the install go on.
3) BACKUP YOUR DATA
When your phone is connected to Windows, search for all .jpg, .mp3, .mp4 files on your phone and make copies on your PC.
Sync your Google Account, WhatsApp and co.
Then, with an app like Backupyourmobile, backup all your SMS, MMS, contacts.
Make sure the backup is located on microSD card.
4) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
Update your Moto G3 to the latest official Android 6 (aka Marshmallow).
In Android, go to Settings > About phone > System updates. Make sure you have latest version.
Back to Settings > System > About phone.
Android version must be 6.0.1.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "OEM unlocking" and USB debugging.
### OEM unlocking is disabled ? Reset phone to factory settings and start all over.
Then, go to Motorola website (shortcut in my archive or right below):
Sign in to Motorola - Motorola Mobility LLC
Sign in to Motorola
accounts.motorola.com
Subscribe using your Google Account or email.
Shut down phone.
Power it on in fastboot mode: Hold Power et Volume- during 3-4 secondes and release.
Screen is black with lines of text, starting with AP Fastboot Flash Mode (Secure).
Connect phone to USB, wait for fastboot drivers to install.
In Windows, select the /flash subfolder you unzipped from my archive.
On keyboard, make a combo Shift + right click > Open command windows here.
(or type cmd in Address bar and then hit Enter)
Write this command in Windows terminal :
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
confirm using Enter.
Command sends back a message like this :
Code:
$ fastboot oem get_unlock_data
(bootloader) 3A55840996502715#5A593232333551
(bootloader) 4C3458004D6F746F4733000000#A30D
(bootloader) 7A8CCA2F5A312B797DF96C730F10CA5
(bootloader) 2440E#E94B1C1700000000000000000
(bootloader) 0000000
OKAY [ 0.235s]
Finished. Total time: 0.235s
Select all text > right click > select all.
Open a notepad editor, and paste text.
Rework the text to get it on 1 line, and remove all spaces and "(bootloader)" messages.
It should look like this: 3A55840996502715#5A5932323335514C3458004D6F746F4733000000#A30D7A8CCA2F5A312B797DF96C730F10CA52440E#E94B1C17000000000000000000000000
Now, copy this line and paste it in Motorola website: https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-b
Below, click on "Can my device be unlocked?" button.
Wait and then go to bottom of page.
I agree to be bound by the terms of the legal agreement: select Yes and click on "Request Unlock Key"
You get the unlock key by email, looking like: XVF3XJW4CY5VFHYEHM4K
Use this unlock key in the following Windows command:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock YOUR_UNLOCK_CODE
Confirm with enter and wait a moment until success is confirmed: (bootloader) Phone is unlocked successfully!
Keep Windows command opened.
4) FLASH RECOVERY
Now enter this command:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-0-osprey.img
### Or merlin according to your model
Confirm with Enter.
Terminal confirms : "Finished. Total time: 0.670s".
### For future TWRP updates, TWRP.img can be flashed from TWRP recovery itself (Install > Install Image).
Back to the phone (still in fastboot/bootloader mode).
Press Volume- to select "RECOVERY MODE". Confirm by pressing Power.
Welcome to TWRP 3.7 recovery.
TWRP asks for Keep System Read Only ? Swipe to Allow Modifications.
### You don't see this warning screen? Then you'll get "TWRP unable to mount storage" while trying to wipe partitions.
### > in TWRP, go to Reboot > Recovery so Recovery will refresh and popup the partition writing privilege.
Go to Wipe > Format data
Type yes and confirm with bottom right check icon.
Then go to Reboot > Recovery.
Go straight to Backup menu.
Select System, System Image and Boot partitions.
Tap on Select Storage and set Micro SD card.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
### If MicroSD card is too small. Backup on data partition and after backup has ended, go to Mount and connect phone to PC to retrieve TWRP backup folder.
### Store this backup (aka nandroid backup) somewhere safe before going further.
5) WIPE PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe menu > Advanced wipe.
Select cache, data and system and swipe to wipe.
6) FLASH ROM, GAPPS +/- MAGISK
Back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > choose lineage*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > GApps*.zip,
(optional: add Magisk*.zip)
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Android 12 is installed !
Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magisk via TWRP recovery
Do not connect to Android account.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
Open Files app > Install Magisk.apk.
Then in Magisk goto Settings > Hide magisk app and give it a name, switch Zygisk option ON.
Go to Modules Tab > Install from Storage: MagiskHidePropsConfig and safetynet.
Reboot phone.
You can use yasnac app to check Safetynet passes.
Then with Files App: install netflix and disney+ if needed.
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Disable USB debugging to connect phone as storage to PC
- Developer options
Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
djibe
Thanks: @althafvly, LineageOS team, TWRP team, NikGapps team, TopJohnWu (Magisk)
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BOOT INTO RECOVERY
- Shutdown phone
- Hold Power + Volume- until open droid logo shows up and release buttons
- Press Volume- twice to set RECOVERY MODE and press Power to confirm

Thank you! Considering that these instructions are very fresh and I was looking for exactly this is quite crazy! Everything worked like a charm and I was able to install Lineage on the moto g (3rd gen)

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X from Stock to Android 10

[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X from Stock to Android 10
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Huawei Honor 5X (kiwi) from Stock to Android 10 / LineageOS 17.1 in 2023
Complete guide to install Android 10 on your Huawei Honor 5X.
This tutorial only applies to this model, to check the correct version:
in Android, go to Settings > About phone > Model number, make sure it is one of these models:
- KIW-L24
- KIW-L22
- KIW-L21 (Qualcomm Snapdragon)
Not 100% sure for following models:
- KIW-L23
- KIW-AL10
- KIW-AL20
- KIW-CL00
- KIW-UL00
- KIW-TL00
- KIW-TL00H
- KII-L05
- KII-L22
- KII-L21
I wrote tis tutorial with KIW-L21.
See all my tutorials at https://github.com/djibe/Android-tutorials
Netflix and Disney+ are working.
CHANGELOG
v1. Initial release
1) WHAT YOU NEED
- djibe Honor 5X pack: https://bit.ly/honor5xdjibepack or https://anonfiles.com/EfHbPev2z2/djibe_Honor_5X_pack_zip or
(Contains TWRP Recovery 3.4.0-0 + Magisk root + Huawei USB drivers x32/64 + fastboot + cited files for root)
+ ROM LineageOS Unofficial 17.1: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-10-0-lineageos-17-1-unofficial-for-honor-5x.4212671/
Download latest build here: https://mega.nz/file/tbUliQ7Q#7f7Byu1QuuYNkojPnu5MDevPyCx6oMxXxQsjgjciCsE
+ BitGApps ARM64 10: https://github.com/BiTGApps/BiTGApps-Release/releases
+/- extra apps: https://bitgapps.github.io/addon/ARM64.html
+ a microSD card formatted in FAT32: copy ROM, GApps (+ Magisk). Insert it in phone
+ Charge phone to 100%
2) INSTALL DRIVERS
Install Huawei USB drivers.
Then plug phone to PC and let the install go on.
3) BACKUP YOUR DATA
When your phone is connected to Windows, search for all .jpg, .mp3, .mp4 files on your phone and make copies on your PC.
Then, with your Google Account (Whatsapp and co) or an app like Backupyourmobile, backup all your SMS, MMS, contacts.
Make sure the backup is located on microSD card.
4) UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
Update your Honor 5X to the latest official Android 6 Marshmallow (MM).
In Android, go to Settings > Updater. Make sure you have latest version.
Go to Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "Enable OEM unlock" and "USB debugging".
You must pay to unlock bootloader as Huawei closed the official website.
List of services offering unlock codes for money:
- DC Unlocker ($4 + VAT): https://www.dc-unlocker.com/supported_models_1/huawei_phones
- MinistryOfSolutions ($4): https://ministryofsolutions.com/huawei-bootloader-unlock-paid-service-html
Follow steps to get a paid unlock code. Here are the steps for DC Unlocker.
Go to DC Unlocker website: https://www.dc-unlocker.com/supported_models_1/huawei_phones
Download latest Client for Windows and install it.
On phone, launch Dial pad and type: *#*#2846579#*#*
ProjectMenu opens.
Go to Background Settings > USB Port Settings > select Manufacture Mode and Close.
### If you restart phone before the end of the process, you have to do this again.
Connect Honor 5X to PC.
Go to Windows Device Manager.
In the Modems section, Android Adapter Modem is listed.
In the Ports section, Android Adapter PCUI (COMn) is listed.
### If not, you must check USB drivers installation again.
Launch DC Unlocker.
- Select manufacturer: Huawei phones
- Select model: Auto detect (or Huawei Qualcomm Android phone)
Click magnyfying glass button.
DC Unlocker returns:
Code:
Found Applications port COM3
Found Diagnostics port COM5
Found Phone : HUAWEIKIW-L21
Model : Huawei Qualcomm Android phone
IMEI : xxx
Serial NR. : xxx
Firmware : xxx
Hardware ver. : HL3KIWMAD
Now go to DC Unlocker shop: https://www.dc-unlocker.com/buy
You need 4 credits ($4) for operation 24: Huawei Qualcomm Read Bootloader Code (up to Android 8)
Set subscription as:
Item: New user account
User name: YOUR CHOICE
Credits: 4
I used Credit card.
Note down purchase informations, we will need these in DC Unlocker.
Back to DC Unlocker.
Go to Server panel.
Fill User name and Password with data from your receipt.
Click Check login.
Go to Unlocking section and click Read bootloader code button.
DC Unlocker returns:
Code:
Reading bootloader code...
Bootloader code : xxx
Note down Bootloader code carefuly.
On phone, launch Dial pad again and type: *#*#2846579#*#*
ProjectMenu opens.
Go to Background Settings > USB Port Settings > select Google Mode and Close.
Go to my djibe/flash folder.
In the address bar, type cmd and confirm with keyboard Enter key.
Enter command:
Code:
adb devices
Authorize USB debugging from phone.
Enter command again (use arrow up key to print last command):
Code:
adb devices
Command returns
Code:
List of devices attached
W6HDU16325009900 device
Then:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Phone switches to white screen in FASTBOOT&RESCUE MODE.
To check that fastboot USB drivers are OK, type:
Code:
fastboot devices
### If command doesn't print a line like: 516b3414 fastboot, you have to fix USB drivers.
Now enter THE command:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock FILL_WITH_YOUR_UNLOCK_CODE
Confirm with enter and wait a moment ... till success is confirmed :
"(bootloader) Unlock success , the device will reboot and factory reset
OKAY [ 0.046s]
Finished. Total time: 0.046s".
Keep Windows command opened and let phone reset Android.
4) FLASH RECOVERY
Configure Android rapidly.
Unplug phone and replug USB.
Go to Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on Build number to unlock Developer options.
Go to Settings > Developer options.
Switch ON "Enable OEM unlock" and "USB debugging".
Back to Windows command, type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Twice to authorize USB debugging from phone again.
Now that you are back to bootloader, enter:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.4.0-0-kiwi.img
Confirm with Enter.
Terminal confirms : "Finished. Total time: 2.711s".
And now:
Code:
fastboot boot twrp-3.4.0-0-kiwi.img
### If phone goes in a bootloop, disconnect phone and force shutdown holding Power button.
Welcome to TWRP 3.4 recovery.
TWRP asks for Keep System Read Only ? Swipe to Allow Modifications.
### You don't see this warning screen? Then you'll get "TWRP unable to mount storage" while trying to wipe partitions.
### > in TWRP, go to Reboot > Recovery so Recovery will refresh and popup the partition writing privilege.
In TWRP home screen, go to Wipe > Format data.
This will remove encryption.
Type yes and confirm to format partition.
Go to Reboot > Recovery.
Back to TWRP, go straight to Backup menu.
Select Boot, Data, System, Custom, OEMinfo, EFS and Firmware partitions.
Tap on Select Storage and set Micro SD card.
Swipe to Backup and wait during backup.
### If MicroSD card is too small. Backup on data partition and after backup has ended, go to Mount and connect phone to PC to retrieve TWRP backup folder.
### Store this backup (aka nandroid backup) somewhere safe before going further.
5) WIPE PARTITIONS
Go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe and check Cache, Data, Internal Storage, System and Swipe to Wipe.
6) FLASH ROM, BITGAPPS +/- MAGISK
Back to TWRP Home menu. Then tap on Install > select Storage MicroSD > choose lineage*.zip,
(if you don't see the files, tap on Select Storage and make sure Micro SDCard is active).
then Add more Zips > BiTGApps*.zip,
Optional: Add Magisk*.zip
then Swipe to confirm Flash.
Wait for operation to end.
Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,
then Reboot System.
Android 10 is installed !
Wait for the phone to boot during 10 minutes.
7) ROOT WITH MAGISK (OPTIONAL)
### Only if you flashed Magisk via TWRP recovery
Do not connect to Android account.
Magisk root starts with Android.
You can manage permissions and extra modules with Magisk Manager app.
Open Files app > Install Magisk.apk.
Then in Magisk goto Settings > Hide magisk app and give it a name, switch Zygisk option ON.
Go to Modules Tab > Install from Storage: MagiskHidePropsConfig and safetynet.
Go to Developer options to disable Android debugging (ADB).
Reboot phone.
You can use yasnac app to check Safetynet passes.
Then with Files App: install netflix and disney+ if needed.
10) OTHER APPS
- You can use GPS Status & Toolbox for faster GPS fix.
- Developer options
Settings > About phone.
Tap 7 times on build number.
Back to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options
Select USB Configuration > set MTP
Set Windows animation scale, Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale to .5x
That's it.
Enjoy ;-)
djibe
Thanks: @BadDaemon, LineageOS team, TWRP team, BitGapps team, TopJohnWu (Magisk)

Thanks for this updated tutorial. I might be like a lot of others who only recently purchased this smartphone. I think they cost a little more now then the $34.95 I paid a month ago.
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I originally purchased to I could try the freemobile SIM, but unfortunately it requires VOLTE. I also tried T-Mobile data only SIMS with it, but they seem to be shut down as I am still using the stock image.
I opted to use Ministry of Solutions as it was only $4 and DC seems to require the user to go through a process and Ministry of Solutions pretty much does all the work. The process just required me to do the following:
Go to their website and pay $4 via paypal for the service,
Contact them to let them know you paid for the service and schedule a time to get it done. I just used email.
Install teamviewer and provide the access information for them to access your system remotely.
Be available to configure the phone so they can do their work.
Wait for them to get done with the process and provide the unlock code for you.
The unlock code will also be included on paypal upon completion of their work.
So far I have only unlocked the bootlader and installed TWRP and will finish the process when I have time. I am just happy to have noticed that this tutorial is up to date and has links to all the resources needed to do the upgrade.

Hi @comm-ents, thanks for sharing.
I would not let anyone come on my computer but it is nice to have this alternative.
This phone is still damn cool, even though Honor closed their unlock site.

djibe89 said:
Hi @comm-ents, thanks for sharing.
I would not let anyone come on my computer but it is nice to have this alternative.
This phone is still damn cool, even though Honor closed their unlock site.
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I wasn't too concerned as I currently use Linux Mint for work and Windows mostly for playing games so there isn't much there to compromise. I will be using them again if needed as they only did what was needed to get the code. I am pretty sure that a copy of Windows installed in Virtualbox would also work for increased security.
Just be aware that most compromised information isn't done while you're watching but behind the scenes so you're always taking a risk when connected to a remote site.
I suppose not having to pay $4 to get the unlock code would be nice, but it is just $4 to get even more benefits out of a very inexpensive dual SIM phone. Maybe if I am lucky it will be even more useful once I replace the Stock ROM with something a bit more up to date.

I am not able to install the lineage rom as I just get an error.
updater process ended with error 7 with my KIW-L24. I also tried to remove the assert lines as some instructions suggest should be done and it looks like the install went ok, but It ends up in a boot loop.
After trying the process twice just in case I made a mistake, I found that but removing the assert lines from the file, the install seems to complete, but I am no longer able to use TWRP from the phone as the touch screen doesn't work any more and Lineage doesn't boot either.
The only reason I can think of that the install doesn't work is because there is something that is different about the phone I have like it is a newer revision. It seems that the partition sizes might be different and when I remove the assert lines the install just writes to a partition that is too small to hold the data and it ends up overwriting itself so it is basically corrupted in the process. Just a theory, but I haven't had any luck with anything but the stock firmware.

comm-ents said:
I am not able to install the lineage rom as I just get an error.
updater process ended with error 7 with my KIW-L24. I also tried to remove the assert lines as some instructions suggest should be done and it looks like the install went ok, but It ends up in a boot loop.
After trying the process twice just in case I made a mistake, I found that but removing the assert lines from the file, the install seems to complete, but I am no longer able to use TWRP from the phone as the touch screen doesn't work any more and Lineage doesn't boot either.
The only reason I can think of that the install doesn't work is because there is something that is different about the phone I have like it is a newer revision. It seems that the partition sizes might be different and when I remove the assert lines the install just writes to a partition that is too small to hold the data and it ends up overwriting itself so it is basically corrupted in the process. Just a theory, but I haven't had any luck with anything but the stock firmware.
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Sure of your model ?
Info about kiwi | LineageOS Wiki
wiki.lineageos.org

djibe89 said:
Sure of your model ?
Info about kiwi | LineageOS Wiki
wiki.lineageos.org
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Yep. Model number KIW-L24.

comm-ents said:
Yep. Model number KIW-L24.
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Format Data
Wipe all partitions
Reboot recovery
Flash
Leads to Error 7 ?

djibe89 said:
Format Data
Wipe all partitions
Reboot recovery
Flash
Leads to Error 7
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Yes.
The first issue is that when I try to format Data I get: Unable to wipe '/data' -- unknown file system 'auto' Unable to format to remove encryption. I found a suggestion to format the /data partition manually from adb shell which works.
The Lineage from wasn't the only Install I the error 7 with though as ResurrectionRemix-M-v5.7.4-20161220-kiwi also gave the same error 7.
Now the touch screen isn't working again in TWRP because I accidentally installed the wrong version of Lineage. with the assert lines removed. It would be nice to know how I can do a restore from the command line, but the TWRP command line guide isn't much help. It is just too much of a PITA that once I can get stock back on it I will just sell it while I'm ahead.

Sometimes you have to manually reformat.
Go to Wipe > Advanced wipe > Cache > Change partition
Too bad you didn't succeed

I was able to unlock the boot loader and still have a rooted phone. What I had hoped to do is use it with a T-Mobile data only plan and a SIM from FreeMobile provides a few hundred minutes a month for free.
I don't know why I get the Error 7, but you can't just remove the assert lines as the install might seem to have worked, but that is only because it just proceeds to install even though there might be something wrong and the install just messes up the phone.
I am still using the phone right now to test as a hotspot. The real reason that SIM didn't work in the phone is because of something on T-Mobiles end so it actually works in the phone now and since it is rooted I can make other changes that actually allow it to work as hotspot without limitations.
I should be able to find another dual SIM phone that can be rooted, but I am not sure there is anything that also supports Volte.

Is there otherway to unlock bootloader without paying 4 dollar. My country has restriction. i cant pay.

neysariy said:
Is there otherway to unlock bootloader without paying 4 dollar. My country has restriction. i cant pay.
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No way.
Or tell us if a miracle happened

In djibe Honor 5X pack, you said it contains Huawei USB drivers x32/64 but i didnt found it. Only driver that worked is:
Support area | files.dc-unlocker.com
files.dc-unlocker.com
Please add to your pack if you forgot that

In my phone there is not "unlock oem" option. What shoud i do. It that important?

Dc unlocker say error conection to server. I dont know why.

I'll dig into it. Thx

This guy in telegram can unlock bootloader of huawei phones very fast @fullkade_huawei_support

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neysariy said:
In djibe Honor 5X pack, you said it contains Huawei USB drivers x32/64 but i didnt found it. Only driver that worked is:
Support area | files.dc-unlocker.com
files.dc-unlocker.com
Please add to your pack if you forgot that
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Pack updated with USB drivers. Sorry for that