I have sucessfully installed CM 10.2, it frequently shuts itself off (but never when the screen is on). I suspect this is a ROM issue. I would like to flash a new ROM that is KitKat based, because those are the only ones that i can seem to find and i would think there would be some performance upgrade. I've tried to flash a couple KitKat ROMs already and they give me a "status 7", which if im not mistaken is due to the TWRP version not being compatible with KitKat. I've looked all around for an updated TWRP version and all i have found is .img files (this is a no go for me because adb is just very difficult on my computer right now).
Edit: found a .zip file but it says blaze instead of otter, would this be compatible?
that's the right one
no for CM11 you need TWRP 2.6.3.0 or better
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1591850
from OP
If you have problems with that file and/or don't want to use adb/fastboot flash method, you can download a flashable .zip from the following locations. Use your existing recovery to flash the update:
Mirror 1: Download (Goo.im)
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sd_shadow said:
no for CM11 you need TWRP 2.6.3.0 or better
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1591850
from OP
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cant seem to get the updated version to work, the flash was sucessful but the version still shows as 2.2.2.1. is there anything special that i was suppsoed to do to flash? im guessing adb might be my only option. and thanks for the speedy reply
did you verify the md5? 7f2e2f0b87349b1a2cd4fbcbe2f35a87
Verify that your downloads are complete with MD5/SHA-1 Hash Checksums
sd_shadow said:
did you verify the md5? 7f2e2f0b87349b1a2cd4fbcbe2f35a87
Verify that your downloads are complete with MD5/SHA-1 Hash Checksums
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just checked and they match
and still no luck
have you seen this?
The fastest and easiest way to install TWRP is to use the GooManager app:
Play Store Link
Direct Download
1) Install GooManager from the Play Store
2) Open GooManager and provide root permissions
3) Hit Menu (or the button with the 3 dots on your screen) and then Install OpenRecovery
OR:
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as posted here [RECOVERY] TWRP 2.6.3.0 touch recovery [2013-09-16]
sd_shadow said:
have you seen this?
as posted here [RECOVERY] TWRP 2.6.3.0 touch recovery [2013-09-16]
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ive seen it, dont know why i havent tried that way yet, Goo is downloading now
ClassySandwiches said:
ive seen it, dont know why i havent tried that way yet, Goo is downloading now
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after Goo auto downloads the file i need to flash? or does it do that by itself?
not sure
you installed Goo
allowed root access
and selected Install OpenRecovery?
sd_shadow said:
not sure
you installed Goo
allowed root access
and selected Install OpenRecovery?
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yea then TWRP downloaded and i rebooted
I would think that a reboot is required, and goo should auto reboot when ready,
but if it has been several minutes, maybe a manual reboot should be done.
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ClassySandwiches said:
yea then TWRP downloaded and i rebooted
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you rebooted it, goo rebooted, or goo prompted you to reboot?
sd_shadow said:
I would think that a reboot is required, and goo should auto reboot when ready,
but if it has been several minutes, maybe a manual reboot should be done.
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you rebooted it, goo rebooted, or goo prompted you to reboot?
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i rebooted there was no promt after it finished downloading
try booting to twrp and see if it changed
sd_shadow said:
try booting to twrp and see if it changed
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already did and it hasnt changed, any hurt in trying it again?
no, it shouldn't hurt anything
sd_shadow said:
no, it shouldn't hurt anything
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this time it did give me a toast saying recovery installed, then i tapped the reboot recovery option in goo, and still reading 2.2.2.1
have you tried Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.9 to update to TWRP 2.5.0?
sd_shadow said:
have you tried Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.9 to update to TWRP 2.5.0?
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thats what i used in the first place, not version 9.9, but shouldnt it install the latest version?
Related
I have a t-mobile Galaxy s4 that is rooted and uses TWRP 2.6.3.0. The recovery keeps hanging at the Teamwin Blue screen. I downloaded the flashable TWRP 2.5 which is said to be more stable so can I just flash this with Goo Manager or will I have to remove the TWRP 2.6.3.0 first. If so how can I downgrade
Just flash in twrp like you would a Rom but don't do any wipes
No Boot into revcovery
I flashed the TWRP but when I try to go into recovery it opens to the Samsung screen with the blue writing and then it turns off, vibrates twice and boots normally. I did not wipe as you instructed
josephh71 said:
I flashed the TWRP but when I try to go into recovery it opens to the Samsung screen with the blue writing and then it turns off, vibrates twice and boots normally. I did not wipe as you instructed
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Download 2.5.0.2 version tar here http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2 click on Get TWRP for your device and type s4 and click on T-Mobile version jfltetmo, you should flash it through Odin. Whenever you flash another recovery to your phone, it replaces the older recovery.
Where did you get the 2.5 twrp? I flash between different versions of twrp and cwm often.
Here is the post for twrp 2.5.0.2 zip also. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43469920
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jd1639 said:
Where did you get the 2.5 twrp? I flash between different versions of twrp and cwm often.
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SERIOUSLY?!?!
I just explained to you in the post, did I just waste my time? You can get it by yourself in the future by following my instructions, ANY version, tar or img is on their site.
josephh71 said:
I flashed the TWRP but when I try to go into recovery it opens to the Samsung screen with the blue writing and then it turns off, vibrates twice and boots normally. I did not wipe as you instructed
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Some people have huge issues with TWRP I know I did. You might want to flash CWM touch. I did and haven't had a problem since. You can easily download and flash from Rom manager. You can get that from play store. It will give you latest version of cwm touch. Easily. It should solve your recovery problems.i know it solved mine. Don't know why some can use twrp and others have nothing but problems with it. I know I couldn't use it.i needed a stable recovery and twrp was NOT stable for me. CWM touch had never given me a problem once..it might be time to give CWM touch a try...it worked out really great for me.
norml said:
Here is the post for twrp 2.5.0.2 zip also. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43469920
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SERIOUSLY?!?!
I just explained to you in the post, did I just waste my time? You can get it by yourself in the future by following my instructions, ANY version, tar or img is on their site.
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What? that was meant for the op
jd1639 said:
What? that was meant for the op
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Why don't you use features like "reply , like you just did by quoting me, or is this a special thread for just you two? San Fransisco thing going on here, LOL? You can just ask any question and everyone automatically knows who it is directed to?
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Why don't you use features like "reply , like you just did by quoting me, or is this a special thread for just you two? San Fransisco thing going on here, LOL? You can just ask any question and everyone automatically knows who it is directed to?
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You snuck you post in on me while I was writing lol. No worries
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You snuck you post in on me while I was writing lol. No worries
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If you two want to be alone, hey, to each their own. JK
Working great!
Thanks for the update. I finally got it installed and working. I really appreciate your help
Thank you
thanks for all the help. I finally got it working. I initially got the dl from another link in the help section but when I flashed it I couldnt get into recover so I just followed the instructions and now it works.
I'm trying to flash philz recovery and hurtsky kernel, both ended up unsuccessful, any help? Thanks in advanced~
quanlim said:
I'm trying to flash philz recovery and hurtsky kernel, both ended up unsuccessful, any help? Thanks in advanced~
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Which CWM version are you using at the moment? Which Romis actually installed? Could you post a link for "philz"?
LS.xD said:
Which CWM version are you using at the moment? Which Romis actually installed? Could you post a link for "philz"?
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The latest one, arco's cm11 unofficial, and here's the link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2557019
Your screenshot shows "philz 6.01.4" the downloadlink http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=29384#files is broken. It seems if it was an old version of cwm you try to flash. For running kitkat you need Arco's 6.0.4.5 i suppose. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1446593 works like a charm
LS.xD said:
Your screenshot shows "philz 6.01.4" the downloadlink http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=29384#files is broken. It seems if it was an old version of cwm you try to flash. For running kitkat you need Arco's 6.0.4.5 i suppose. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1446593 works like a charm
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How about hurtsky kernel? I get an 'installation aborted' message while flashing it too~
quanlim said:
How about hurtsky kernel? I get an 'installation aborted' message while flashing it too~
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Did you flash your CWM 6.0.4.5 via odin? And did you a full wipe before installed CM11? AND if you want to flash a zip via recovery pls put it in the root of your sd-card. I just minded it's in "bluetooth". Try to copy the file you want to flash using a usb-cable copying it in the sd-card root directory. May be that helps.
LS.xD said:
Did you flash your CWM 6.0.4.5 via odin? And did you a full wipe before installed CM11? AND if you want to flash a zip via recovery pls put it in the root of your sd-card. I just minded it's in "bluetooth". Try to copy the file you want to flash using a usb-cable copying it in the sd-card root directory. May be that helps.
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CWM flashed through the app flashify, full wipe before installing CM11, I've try installing from SD card, it's in bluetooth cause I try redownloading from my tab and transfer to my phone
quanlim said:
CWM flashed through the app flashify, full wipe before installing CM11, I've try installing from SD card, it's in bluetooth cause I try redownloading from my tab and transfer to my phone
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You got an laptop or computer, too?
LS.xD said:
You got an laptop or computer, too?
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sure, but Odin can't detect my device while in download mode
quanlim said:
sure, but Odin can't detect my device while in download mode
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You need Odin Multi 4.43 http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=710414&d=1315196302
And samsung usb drivers http://developer.samsung.com/android/tools-sdks/Samsung-Andorid-USB-Driver-for-Windows
Be sure youre not running "KIES" on your computer. Force close or uninstall it before flashing via Odin Multi 4.43.
AND have activated "USB-Debugging" in CM11's "developer options"
THIS are the latest usb drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2038555
LS.xD said:
You need Odin Multi 4.43 http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=710414&d=1315196302
And samsung usb drivers http://developer.samsung.com/android/tools-sdks/Samsung-Andorid-USB-Driver-for-Windows
Be sure youre not running "KIES" on your computer. Force close or uninstall it before flashing via Odin Multi 4.43.
AND have activated "USB-Debugging" in CM11's "developer options"
THIS are the latest usb drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2038555
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But I've CWM installed, you are suggesting me to install again?
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But I've CWM installed, you are suggesting me to install again?
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Sorry, forgot to say this. Yes i'd try flashing it via Odin. I flashed your zip on my phone. took a screenshot. It seems as your actual cwm does your phone not recognize as "ancora or i8150" and aborts the installation. This also can happen if you have modified something in your "build.prop" of the installed Android.
LS.xD said:
Sorry, forgot to say this. Yes i'd try flashing it via Odin. I flashed your zip on my phone. took a screenshot. It seems as your actual cwm does your phone not recognize as "ancora or i8150" and aborts the installation. This also can happen if you have modified something in your "build.prop" of the installed Android.
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No luck, got this message while connecting 'USB device is malfunctioned......(blablabla)'...
quanlim said:
No luck, got this message while connecting 'USB device is malfunctioned......(blablabla)'...
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You got this error even before you flashed to CM11?
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You got this error even before you flashed to CM11?
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No idea, before i flash cm11 i've never connect phone for odin b4, connecting as media device is ok
quanlim said:
No idea, before i flash cm11 i've never connect phone for odin b4, connecting as media device is ok
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I got another idea Open flashify --> flash recovery img --> select twrp --> 2.7.0.0
I just installed it that way some minutes ago. Worked perfect for me. AND i got an awesome recovery now.
You can try out. 2.7.0.0 is KitKat compatible.
So i'm gonna hit the "thanks" button. Cause i never realized the new twrp if I did not read your post
LS.xD said:
I got another idea Open flashify --> flash recovery img --> select twrp --> 2.7.0.0
I just installed it that way some minutes ago. Worked perfect for me. AND i got an awesome recovery now.
You can try out. 2.7.0.0 is KitKat compatible.
So i'm gonna hit the "thanks" button. Cause i never realized the new twrp if I did not read your post
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I will try too, will report back, thx for your time
So I've try flashing Philz through twrp, working now =)
quanlim said:
So I've try flashing Philz through twrp, working now =)
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nice1, BUT which version of PhilZ you got now? An actual one?
I just read the post. v6.0.1.4 BUT its KitKat compatible. May be i'm gonna give it a try, too
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PhilZ is just great A modified 6.0.4.5 :good:
LS.xD said:
nice1, BUT which version of PhilZ you got now? An actual one?
I just read the post. v6.0.1.4 BUT its KitKat compatible. May be i'm gonna give it a try, too
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PhilZ is just great A modified 6.0.4.5 :good:
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So you've tried out philz?
Hey guys,
It has been a long time since I posted.
My Kindle fire is on CM SmoothRom v1.3
Kernel version 3.0.69 [email protected] #1 wed mar 13 12:18:03 EDT 2013
Twrp v2.4.4.0
I'm planning to update it.
1) what rom should I update to ? I'm looking for something fast which doesn't have any major bugs and its compitble with all of the new things.
I was thinking about InFriction ROM v11 or HellFire™KitKat
what do you guys think ?
2) what would be the exact stages I need to take in order to update ?
do I need to do something with FFF or do I need to update TWRP ?
please advise!
thanks in advance.
yup8 said:
Hey guys,
It has been a long time since I posted.
My Kindle fire is on CM SmoothRom v1.3
Kernel version 3.0.69 [email protected] #1 wed mar 13 12:18:03 EDT 2013
Twrp v2.4.4.0
I'm planning to update it.
1) what rom should I update to ? I'm looking for something fast which doesn't have any major bugs and its compitble with all of the new things.
I was thinking about InFriction ROM v11 or HellFire™KitKat
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I haven't tried either of them, currently using OFFICIAL CM11.0 + 3.0.72 Kernel for Kindle Fire [NIGHTLIES] which is working well for me.
what do you guys think ?
2) what would be the exact stages I need to take in order to update ?
do I need to do something with FFF or do I need to update TWRP ?
please advise!
thanks in advance.
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for cm11 (and likely the other 2 you listed) you will need to update TWRP recovery to 2.6.3.x or newer
several ways to do that
1. download http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/blaze/openrecovery-twrp-2.6.3.1-otter.img
copy to fire's sd card, then install with Flashify
2. Download http://goo.im/devs/Hashcode/otter/recovery/flash-zip/zip-otter-twrp-2.6.3.0-selinux-recovery.zip and install in old TWRP
3. more options in my list Updating Twrp
If Gapps are not included in rom make sure you install a gapps version that works with the rom installed
I've been using http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-kk-20140105-signed.zip with Cm11
edit; Hashcode recommends gapps-kk-20131119.zip
and Verify that your downloads are complete with MD5/SHA-1 Hash Checksums
sd_shadow said:
I haven't tried either of them, currently using OFFICIAL CM11.0 + 3.0.72 Kernel for Kindle Fire [NIGHTLIES] which is working well for me.
for cm11 (and likely the other 2 you listed) you will need to update TWRP recovery to 2.6.3.x or newer
several ways to do that
1. download http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/blaze/openrecovery-twrp-2.6.3.1-otter.img
copy to fire's sd card, then install with Flashify
2. Download http://goo.im/devs/Hashcode/otter/recovery/flash-zip/zip-otter-twrp-2.6.3.0-selinux-recovery.zip and install in old TWRP
3. more options in my list Updating Twrp
If Gapps are not included in rom make sure you install a gapps version that works with the rom installed
I've been using http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-kk-20140105-signed.zip with Cm11
edit; Hashcode recommends gapps-kk-20131119.zip
and Verify that your downloads are complete with MD5/SHA-1 Hash Checksums
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I downloaded http://goo.im/devs/Hashcode/otter/recovery/flash-zip/zip-otter-twrp-2.6.3.0-selinux-recovery.zip
and installed in old twrp, after it said the installation was successful, I pressed "Reboot"
Now my device wont boot
I press the power button and nothing happens.
how can I fix this ?
no power or bootoop?
sd_shadow said:
no power or bootoop?
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I pressed the power button for 3 mins and it suddenly started, everything seems fine now.
I decided to install InFriction ROM v11 [SPEED]
and it requires TWRP 2.6.3.1, can you give me a link? I would like to install it from the old TWRP.
after installing the new TWRP I only need to wipe x3 and I can flash the new rom ?
I dont need do something about the kernel for FFF ?
yup8 said:
I pressed the power button for 3 mins and it suddenly started, everything seems fine now.
I decided to install InFriction ROM v11 [SPEED]
and it requires TWRP 2.6.3.1, can you give me a link? I would like to install it from the old TWRP.
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there is no installable TWRP 2.6.3.1 zip that I know of, download http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/blaze/openrecovery-twrp-2.6.3.1-otter.img and flash with Flashify.
after installing the new TWRP I only need to wipe x3 and I can flash the new rom ?
I dont need do something about the kernel for FFF ?
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just wipe, kernel should be included.
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and you should fully charge battery before flashing Twrp/Roms
sd_shadow said:
there is no installable TWRP 2.6.3.1 zip that I know of, download http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/blaze/openrecovery-twrp-2.6.3.1-otter.img and flash with Flashify.
just wipe, kernel should be included.
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and you should fully charge battery before flashing Twrp/Roms
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Thanks for your help!
I am not familiar with flashify, can you please explain ? I tried running a search but couldn't find anything.
posted link in my first post https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cgollner.flashify&hl=en
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and it's in my list sd_shadow's [Collection] of Links for: Kindle Fire
if you haven't updated TWRP yet I modified zip-otter-twrp-2.6.3.0-selinux-recovery.zip
to 2.6.3.1 so it can be install with old TWRP
zip-otter-twrp-2.6.3.1-selinux-recovery(sd_shadow).zip
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fixed link
Im trying to flash TWRP on my v50020b but cannot seem to do it. Its currently on the stock 4.4.2 GB rom. Please can someone advise me how to do this.
Thank You.
You can use dd to write the aboot.img of 4.2.2 back. This will allow the old Loki flash method.
Sent from my LG-V500 using Tapatalk
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2698267 Step 3
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bloommax said:
You can use dd to write the aboot.img of 4.2.2 back. This will allow the old Loki flash method.
Sent from my LG-V500 using Tapatalk
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2698267 Step 3
Sent from my LG-V500 using Tapatalk
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i tried doing this couldn't get it to work.. i have of done it wrong?
could you post the steps in noob style?
or does anyone know of a guide on how to install a custom recovery on a V50020b running stock 4.4.2 (i managed to root just need recovery)
gklute said:
i tried doing this couldn't get it to work.. i have of done it wrong?
could you post the steps in noob style?
or does anyone know of a guide on how to install a custom recovery on a V50020b running stock 4.4.2 (i managed to root just need recovery)
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I had the same problem until I ran across this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2698267 {Acually the same you quoted}
If you'll go down to the download Step #3 and copy that zip file to your computer and unzip it and run the bat file it will install TWRP v2.7. Of course you'll have to install the LG USB drivers and install from your computer. (Won't work otherwise) Also be sure and use the second down connection for USB on your tablet - M-something, but not the charging one.
Also - get a good reboot app so you won't have to hold the buttons.
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Im trying to flash TWRP on my v50020b but cannot seem to do it. Its currently on the stock 4.4.2 GB rom. Please can someone advise me how to do this.
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You're being vague! Which TWRP?
Cal said:
I had the same problem until I ran across this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2698267 {Acually the same you quoted}
If you'll go down to the download Step #3 and copy that zip file to your computer and unzip it and run the bat file it will install TWRP v2.7. Of course you'll have to install the LG USB drivers and install from your computer. (Won't work otherwise) Also be sure and use the second down connection for USB on your tablet - M-something, but not the charging one.
Also - get a good reboot app so you won't have to hold the buttons.
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I also have this version V50020b and this method didn't work.
When boot to recovery there's still the android recovery!!
What am I doing wrong?
Thanks in advance.
luisbraz said:
I also have this version V50020b and this method didn't work.
When boot to recovery there's still the android recovery!!
What am I doing wrong?
Thanks in advance.
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You're quoting an old post (way back in April 2014).
1st - Do you have a recovery installed?
2nd - If so, you should update to at least TWRP 2.800
I may be confused about exactly what you are doing...now if you're only booting with the buttons (power-sound down, sound up) that is the message you get and you have to push 'power' 2 times to enter recovery. Are you doing that when you see the display of android recovery after using the cold boot, then the volume and power buttons?? And you are expecting to see TWRP opening, but instead of going straight to TWRP recovery - you're getting what you say 'Android Recovery', or Factory Reset?
Post back so we will understand please. Hope I'm not being confusing in my answers...
Cal said:
You're quoting an old post (way back in April 2014).
1st - Do you have a recovery installed?
2nd - If so, you should update to at least TWRP 2.800
I may be confused about exactly what you are doing...now if you're only booting with the buttons (power-sound down, sound up) that is the message you get and you have to push 'power' 2 times to enter recovery. Are you doing that when you see the display of android recovery after using the cold boot, then the volume and power buttons?? And you are expecting to see TWRP opening, but instead of going straight to TWRP recovery - you're getting what you say 'Android Recovery', or Factory Reset?
Post back so we will understand please. Hope I'm not being confusing in my answers...
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I know that is an old post. I was trying to flash the TWRP recovery without any downgrade of the software, since this method was suposed to work with the software version V50020b.
I simply want to flash TWRP recovery, the tablet is all stock with root (TowelRoot), but I just realised that I have to downgrade the software (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58198471&postcount=44), and wanted to avoid this! I already softbricked the tablet with only 3h of usage, and now I'm a little afraid! lol
Do you now any method that works without the downgrade trick?
Thanks.
Flash TWRP with flashify (root) - (from Play Store).
This *should* work & if not I think no harm will come ... Flashify.app just won't 'work' if things are not correct.
Good luck!
Cal said:
Flash TWRP with flashify (root) - (from Play Store).
This *should* work & if not I think no harm will come ... Flashify.app just won't 'work' if things are not correct.
Good luck!
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I did that. That's what softbricked the tablet!
luisbraz said:
I did that. That's what softbricked the tablet!
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I would shut the tablet completely down.
You should be able to use the 'buttons' to get to 'Factory Reset'. Do what you know: Power/+down then all 3. If you can't get to TWRP, it must not be installed.
Check with a command window. Be sure & use 'su'. Ask a guru 'how'...I may not be 'expert' enough!
ruhelking1 said:
Im trying to flash TWRP on my v50020b but cannot seem to do it. Its currently on the stock 4.4.2 GB rom. Please can someone advise me how to do this.
Thank You.
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Hi, i had the same problem as yours with v50020d 4.4.2
first i rooted with ioroot http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2776198
second install step 3 http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2698267
you have to run "runme.bat" from the zip. If did not install here is a post that helped me http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=54027265&postcount=9
then flash witch recovery you want with flashify or twrp app
if you have any questions message me.
good luck
Hi Guys, Not sure why but my Pixel XL is now having a dark theme which i did not intend to do so... all the app with white background is now black... in Instagram I can't read the notification because the background turns white (omg)
I rooted the phone and installed Adaway thats all..
Any help will be appreciated
You may have turned on "invert colours". Go to settings- accessibility and check colour inversion toggle. Alternatively, there is also a shortcut tile for "invert colours" which you can toggle after pulling down the status bar.
I tired that, if it's on, even my wallpaper turns haywire. But it didn't and it is off
posting a screenshot would help
flex360 said:
posting a screenshot would help
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Screenshot attached as advised...
Any help?
eminemkh said:
Screenshot attached as advised...
Any help?
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Do you have substratum installed? It looks like you've simply themed with substratum
mlin said:
Do you have substratum installed? It looks like you've simply themed with substratum
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Ummm no... I haven't even attempted to do any theme work .. was trying to install twrp and root... Install adaway
All the action doesn't seem to be relevant
I booted into the other slot now my phone lost twrp and root. The colour came back to normal.. thinking should I redo the root..
eminemkh said:
Ummm no... I haven't even attempted to do any theme work .. was trying to install twrp and root... Install adaway
All the action doesn't seem to be relevant
I booted into the other slot now my phone lost twrp and root. The colour came back to normal.. thinking should I redo the root..
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Okay, weird. Had to ask because it looks like a substratum theme.
eminemkh said:
Ummm no... I haven't even attempted to do any theme work .. was trying to install twrp and root... Install adaway
All the action doesn't seem to be relevant
I booted into the other slot now my phone lost twrp and root. The colour came back to normal.. thinking should I redo the root..
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Did you buy it used because it looks exactly like Swift dark theme I use. I know I have dirty flashed before forgetting to wipe theme and it still shows up in some apps
mac796 said:
Did you buy it used because it looks exactly like Swift dark theme I use. I know I have dirty flashed before forgetting to wipe theme and it still shows up in some apps
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I did buy it used.
But It was not in dark theme when I get it... Only appears after I install supersu in twrp.
Funny thing is it made Instagram's all white in the notification page.. I wouldn't like this them if it is the case haha
Any fix guys?
eminemkh said:
I did buy it used.
But It was not in dark theme when I get it... Only appears after I install supersu in twrp.
Funny thing is it made Instagram's all white in the notification page.. I wouldn't like this them if it is the case haha
Any fix guys?
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I would flash factory image just take the -w out of the flash all bat file so it doesn't wipe your data. Or you can just install the substratum app from the play store and there is a recovery zip inside the folder you can flash in TWRP. Just in case it did have a theme installed
mac796 said:
I would flash factory image just take the -w out of the flash all bat file so it doesn't wipe your data. Or you can just install the substratum app from the play store and there is a recovery zip inside the folder you can flash in TWRP. Just in case it did have a theme installed
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Thanks! It is also strange that once I have booted slot B (in twrp) I lost root and twrp ...
Will flash twrp tonight and see try flash the recovery zip you mention.
eminemkh said:
Thanks! It is also strange that once I have booted slot B (in twrp) I lost root and twrp ...
Will flash twrp tonight and see try flash the recovery zip you mention.
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If you're on the newest May factory image with the May bootloader you're going to have to flash chainfire's V3 zip whenever you flash TWRP, SuperSU, or you will lose TWRP and probably loop.
Golf c gave me this guide worked great with su and magisk
to update to May firmware with May bootloader this is how I did it first install may factory firmware with April bootloader's then install your rom and set it up. And root. Then after you root * boot to system. Boot TWRP and install v3 zip. Then Reboot to bootloader and install may bootloader's. Both slots. Then Reboot to system. Good to go. Just remember to flash that v3 zip after you alter boot, like TWRP,magisk,kernel.
You may not have to flash both slots but I did because I have my phone set up that way.
Since I was in slot b with no root, i have just ota updated to may.. i believe bootloader is also may now? Sorry for the noob question
eminemkh said:
Since I was in slot b with no root, i have just ota updated to may.. i believe bootloader is also may now? Sorry for the noob question
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Yes so for you to be able to flash root, and TWRP you need chainfire's new v3 zip. Or you need to fastboot April's bootloader's and not worry about it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141293&d=1494144700
Here's the thread you should read up on it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...signing-boot-images-android-verified-t3600606
mac796 said:
I would flash factory image just take the -w out of the flash all bat file so it doesn't wipe your data. Or you can just install the substratum app from the play store and there is a recovery zip inside the folder you can flash in TWRP. Just in case it did have a theme installed
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mac796 said:
Yes so for you to be able to flash root, and TWRP you need chainfire's new v3 zip. Or you need to fastboot April's bootloader's and not worry about it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141293&d=1494144700
Here's the thread you should read up on it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...signing-boot-images-android-verified-t3600606
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I will try out the v3zip supersu tonight after work. Thanks!
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Yes so for you to be able to flash root, and TWRP you need chainfire's new v3 zip. Or you need to fastboot April's bootloader's and not worry about it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141293&d=1494144700
Here's the thread you should read up on it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...signing-boot-images-android-verified-t3600606
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Can't seem to find the v3 zip? Any chance you can guide me through?
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Can't seem to find the v3 zip? Any chance you can guide me through?
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it's in the first post, the file name is VerifiedBootSigner-v3.zip. Here is the link from that post
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141293&d=1494144700
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eminemkh said:
Can't seem to find the v3 zip? Any chance you can guide me through?
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really read up on the guide tho, essentially you need to flash that zip each time you are about to reboot from recovery or else it will loop.
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it's in the first post, the file name is VerifiedBootSigner-v3.zip. Here is the link from that post
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141293&d=1494144700
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really read up on the guide tho, essentially you need to flash that zip each time you are about to reboot from recovery or else it will loop.
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I see, I booted into twrp and installed twrp and reboot to recovery, after that I installed the Su 2.79 and then the boot signature.
It booted and it stuck at the boot animation. Maybe I have done something wrong so I did it again. It loaded into system but developer option not available, notification bar didn't come down.
Eventually I did a factory reset and now my lovely XL is rooted and works fine.
Time for adaway and YouTube background play!