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Hi Guys,
I tried to get s off on my phone but instead I seem to have deleted the os with TWRP.
I have an international or chinese model (HTC_621) and tried to install a firmware using Vomers guide but when I type adb wait-for-device push firewater /data/local/tmp it just hangs so I cant install a firmware as Im not S off.
Unfortunately I didn't do any back up
Am I going about this the right way? I just want to get my phone back to stock.
I will appreciate any help, thanks
gazlaz said:
Hi Guys,
I tried to get s off on my phone but instead I seem to have deleted the os with TWRP.
I have an international or chinese model (HTC_621) and tried to install a firmware using Vomers guide but when I type adb wait-for-device push firewater /data/local/tmp it just hangs so I cant install a firmware as Im not S off.
Unfortunately I didn't do any back up
Am I going about this the right way? I just want to get my phone back to stock.
I will appreciate any help, thanks
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COLLECTION of Stock backup's
There's a nandroid backup for your CID in that thread.
Your post though... what the heck does TWRP have to do with getting S-OFF? So you pushed a command it hung for a bit and you decided to do a full wipe instead to cut down the hanging time? What does A have to do with B
BerndM14 said:
COLLECTION of Stock backup's
There's a nandroid backup for your CID in that thread.
Your post though... what the heck does TWRP have to do with getting S-OFF? So you pushed a command it hung for a bit and you decided to do a full wipe instead to cut down the hanging time? What does A have to do with B
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Sorry I mean I wiped it with TWRP, later realising I need to have s off to flash a rom I tried firewater but I just get the hang, I assume I need s off for a nandroid backuo?
Thanks for your help.
gazlaz said:
Sorry I mean I wiped it with TWRP, later realising I need to have s off to flash a rom I tried firewater but I just get the hang, I assume I need s off for a nandroid backuo?
Thanks for your help.
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You don't need S-OFF to flash a ROM.
You also don't need S-OFF to restore a nandroid backup.
The only thing you need to flash a custom ROM is an unlocked bootloader and a custom recovery, that's it.
You'll need S-OFF for other things like making changes to the HBOOT(Fixing tampered flag) downgrading firmware, converting to other devices(Changing of MIDs and for GPE changing of partition sizes) etc. For normal custom ROMS(Viper, ARHD etc) just flash it through custom recovery.
BerndM14 said:
You don't need S-OFF to flash a ROM.
You also don't need S-OFF to restore a nandroid backup.
The only thing you need to flash a custom ROM is an unlocked bootloader and a custom recovery, that's it.
You'll need S-OFF for other things like making changes to the HBOOT(Fixing tampered flag) downgrading firmware, converting to other devices(Changing of MIDs and for GPE changing of partition sizes) etc. For normal custom ROMS(Viper, ARHD etc) just flash it through custom recovery.
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Oh thats good news, I have created a backup folder on the SD card using TWRP do I just choose one of those nandroid backups from the link you posted(for htc_621) put it in the backup folder then use TWRP to restore it?
Do I need to check the md5?
I really appreciate your help, thanks:good:
gazlaz said:
Oh thats good news, I have created a backup folder on the SD card using TWRP do I just choose one of those nandroid backups from the link you posted(for htc_621) put it in the backup folder then use TWRP to restore it?
Do I need to check the md5?
I really appreciate your help, thanks:good:
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Yes that fixed it with no need to check MD5.
Thank you very much, you are a legend.
If anyone else has this problem please message me and I will try to assist.
Thanks mate:good::victory:
Hi everyone ,
Here is my problem, I bought a french htc one m8 with orange carrier, I unlocked my bootloader and installed phil's touch recovery and then I flashed skydragon rom 4.4.2 with htc sense 6 but now I would like to flash the last skydragon lollipop but here's my problem , I can't go s-off with this rom so I can't update my firmware or change my CID, so I can't install lollipop rom without wifi's problem. I would like to know how can I do to update my firmware to 4.4.4 cause I tried to s-off with firewater but doesn't work too.
Anyone have a solution would be a god to me ^^
Thanks in advance.
blop135 said:
Hi everyone ,
Here is my problem, I bought a french htc one m8 with orange carrier, I unlocked my bootloader and installed phil's touch recovery and then I flashed skydragon rom 4.4.2 with htc sense 6 but now I would like to flash the last skydragon lollipop but here's my problem , I can't go s-off with this rom so I can't update my firmware or change my CID, so I can't install lollipop rom without wifi's problem. I would like to know how can I do to update my firmware to 4.4.4 cause I tried to s-off with firewater but doesn't work too.
Anyone have a solution would be a god to me ^^
Thanks in advance.
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Firewater doesn't work anymore. HTC patched the exploit.
You'll have to use SunShine S-Off. It costs $25, but is guaranteed to work or you don't pay.
Having S-Off is totally worth $25 IMO.
Here's a link to their website.
xunholyx said:
Firewater doesn't work anymore. HTC patched the exploit.
You'll have to use SunShine S-Off. It costs $25, but is guaranteed to work or you don't pay.
Having S-Off is totally worth $25 IMO.
Here's a link to their website.
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I tried but it didn't work , it told me I've got to be on a stock rom :/
blop135 said:
I tried but it didn't work , it told me I've got to be on a stock rom :/
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Go to this thread. It has a collection of stock backups you can falsh to get back your stock ROM.
It also has a collection of stock recoveries to flash with ADB if you need that.
All the instructions are there.
xunholyx said:
Go to this thread. It has a collection of stock backups you can falsh to get back your stock ROM.
It also has a collection of stock recoveries to flash with ADB if you need that.
All the instructions are there.
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OK thanks a lot , the number before every rom is my firmware right? So I've got to download the one with my number on it ?
blop135 said:
OK thanks a lot , the number before every rom is my firmware right? So I've got to download the one with my number on it ?
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Firmware is something separate. That link will get you back to stock ROM. Then use Sunshine to s off. After that, you can update your firmware.
xunholyx said:
Firmware is something separate. That link will get you back to stock ROM. Then use Sunshine to s off. After that, you can update your firmware.
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Ok I'll try this but I need to find the good stock recovery ? Sorry for my noob questions ^^
blop135 said:
Ok I'll try this but I need to find the good stock recovery ? Sorry for my noob questions ^^
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The stock recoveries or in that link too. I'm not sure if you need them for sunshine though. Try with custom recovery, if that doesn't work, get a stock recovery.
Or get both ROM and recovery stock, then reflash a custom recovery and ROM.
If you get both to stock, you shouldn't have any issues.
xunholyx said:
Firewater doesn't work anymore. HTC patched the exploit.
You'll have to use SunShine S-Off. It costs $25, but is guaranteed to work or you don't pay.
Having S-Off is totally worth $25 IMO.
Here's a link to their website.
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How did HTC patch the exploit?
xunholyx said:
The stock recoveries or in that link too. I'm not sure if you need them for sunshine though. Try with custom recovery, if that doesn't work, get a stock recovery.
Or get both ROM and recovery stock, then reflash a custom recovery and ROM.
If you get both to stock, you shouldn't have any issues.
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OK I'll try this, Thanks you very much
passion4tech said:
How did HTC patch the exploit?
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Firmware updates. If you have one fresh out of the box, Firewater would probably still work. And still does for some.
xunholyx said:
The stock recoveries or in that link too. I'm not sure if you need them for sunshine though. Try with custom recovery, if that doesn't work, get a stock recovery.
Or get both ROM and recovery stock, then reflash a custom recovery and ROM.
If you get both to stock, you shouldn't have any issues.
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Ok so now when I try to flash the offical carrier rom with phil's touch recovery , there is an android on the back with a red triangle and it says installation aborted
blop135 said:
Ok so now when I try to flash the offical carrier rom with phil's touch recovery , there is an android on the back with a red triangle and it says installation aborted
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First, I misunderstood your earlier question. Yes the number in front of the backups are for firmware.
To help you more, I'll need some information. Hook up your phone to your computer and start ADB. Then issue these commands:
adb reboot fastboot (wait till your phone boots into fastboot)
fastboot getvar all
Then post what the readout says here, but edit out your serial number (serialno) and IMEI for your own safety.
Then I'll be able to give you a little more guidance.
xunholyx said:
First, I misunderstood your earlier question. Yes the number in front of the backups are for firmware.
To help you more, I'll need some information. Hook up your phone to your computer and start ADB. Then issue these commands:
adb reboot fastboot (wait till your phone boots into fastboot)
fastboot getvar all
Then post what the readout says here, but edit out your serial number (serialno) and IMEI for your own safety.
Then I'll be able to give you a little more guidance.
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Here it is
http://imageshack.com/a/img537/3226/6mu7TC.png
blop135 said:
Here it is
http://imageshack.com/a/img537/3226/6mu7TC.png
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Your CID is ORANG202 and your firmware is 1.54.73.5, so you will need the backup that corresponds with that.
The backup available was made with TWRP recovery. So you'll need that. (In my opinion, TWRP is a better recovery, less issues)
You could go to their website to download it and get instructions on how to flash it, but there is a much easier way.
Go to the Play Store and install an app called TWRP Manager. Hit the three line menu thingy on the top left, and pick "Install TWRP".
After that go back to the stock backup thread and flash the backup that matches your CID and firmware.
xunholyx said:
Your CID is ORANG202 and your firmware is 1.54.73.5, so you will need the backup that corresponds with that.
The backup available was made with TWRP recovery. So you'll need that. (In my opinion, TWRP is a better recovery, less issues)
You could go to their website to download it and get instructions on how to flash it, but there is a much easier way.
Go to the Play Store and install an app called TWRP Manager. Hit the three line menu thingy on the top left, and pick "Install TWRP".
After that go back to the stock backup thread and flash the backup that matches your CID and firmware.
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Ok thanks I'll try that
xunholyx said:
Your CID is ORANG202 and your firmware is 1.54.73.5, so you will need the backup that corresponds with that.
The backup available was made with TWRP recovery. So you'll need that. (In my opinion, TWRP is a better recovery, less issues)
You could go to their website to download it and get instructions on how to flash it, but there is a much easier way.
Go to the Play Store and install an app called TWRP Manager. Hit the three line menu thingy on the top left, and pick "Install TWRP".
After that go back to the stock backup thread and flash the backup that matches your CID and firmware.
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Okay so I could finally go s-off by flashing an 4.4.3 android revolution , can you tell me how I should do to flash this rom with wi-fi working ? :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2706391
You would be the best
Thanks a lot
xunholyx said:
Firmware updates. If you have one fresh out of the box, Firewater would probably still work. And still does for some.
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What firmware version works best with firewater? My firmware is 1.54.651.10
blop135 said:
Okay so I could finally go s-off by flashing an 4.4.3 android revolution , can you tell me how I should do to flash this rom with wi-fi working ? :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2706391
You would be the best
Thanks a lot
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My friend has made a comprehensive guide on firmware and firmware flashing, complete with downloads. Make sure to read the whole opening post so you understand everything. It looks like it might be hard because of his full explanation of the whole process, but it's actually very easy. And very informative.
xunholyx said:
My friend has made a comprehensive guide on firmware and firmware flashing, complete with downloads. Make sure to read the whole opening post so you understand everything. It looks like it might be hard because of his full explanation of the whole process, but it's actually very easy. And very informative.
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Ok but I'm french so I'm not that good in english but I will try anyway Thanks
dear all
i m trying to install an OTA updae for my original HTC M8 firmware, the OTA update i am trying to install since along time is ( 3.28.401.9 ) which is 73.96 MB, i have stock recovery, and when i donload the OTA update and try to install with stock recovery, it proceeds for almost 30% only and i see the green arrown, then it turns red and i cant proceed installation, i am doing this so i can get the lolipop update later.
know that my phone is rooted and boot loader is opened.
Tell me exactly what the state of your device is when you look at your bootloader.
osamaxosama said:
dear all
i m trying to install an OTA updae for my original HTC M8 firmware, the OTA update i am trying to install since along time is ( 3.28.401.9 ) which is 73.96 MB, i have stock recovery, and when i donload the OTA update and try to install with stock recovery, it proceeds for almost 30% only and i see the green arrown, then it turns red and i cant proceed installation, i am doing this so i can get the lolipop update later.
know that my phone is rooted and boot loader is opened.
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I too had this issue, for me it was as simple as restoring a stock Nandroid backup I found on here, as my backup wouldn't work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
Also, I know it's obvious, but make sure your bootloader is re-locked!
here is attachments for what happened
osamaxosama said:
here is attachments for what happened
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That last photo shows you have modified your system partition. You won't be able to take the OTA with /system modified. Are you using Xposed? If you are, you need to open Xposed and uninstall any modules you have, then uninstall Xposed itself.
andregardner said:
Also, I know it's obvious, but make sure your bootloader is re-locked!
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And this is obviously a wrong advise.
There is no need to relock bootloader for OTA.
Relocked bootloader is needed only for installing RUU and manual firmware flashing on S-On device.
I see your device is S-Off, you can try to install a RUU, keep in mind that your RUU must match your CID, but you can change your CID always if you want. I have superCID so I can install every RUU file.
thanks guys
i haven't installed exposed, but i think i installed sun plus o turn S-ON to S-OFF
i wish i could install original OTA.
i already relocked my bootloader.
so the only option for me is to install via RUU, is there anyway or a chance to use OTA udates and remove modified system ?
Back up your phone storage and data partition then flash this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/general/htc-one-m8-european-signed-ruu-0p6bimg-t2911563
ashyx said:
Back up your phone storage and data partition then flash this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/general/htc-one-m8-european-signed-ruu-0p6bimg-t2911563
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thanks for the link
but i found many links like OTA update, and official update and many
is there any difference ?
do u recommend any of these ?
thank you..
i already downloaded the OTA one.
How did you manage to flash the ota when your system is modified?
ashyx said:
How did you manage to flash the ota when your system is modified?
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i dont know, you tell me.
i just did as you guys told me.
i got some snapshots for the process, thank you all, it worked like a charm !!!
i just downloaded the OTA from the attached link, renamed it to 0P6BIMG.zip and moved the file to the root of my SD Card, and wen to the bootloader, and it started automatically to install, it took 10 mins. :good::good::good:
thank you guys for helping me out.
i just got one question, do i have to root my device agaiin ? do i have to make nandroid back for the recovery.img ???
thank you.
what could we do without you XDA developers !!!
osamaxosama said:
i dont know, you tell me.
i just did as you guys told me.
i got some snapshots for the process, thank you all, it worked like a charm !!!
i just downloaded the OTA from the attached link, renamed it to 0P6BIMG.zip and moved the file to the root of my SD Card, and wen to the bootloader, and it started automatically to install, it took 10 mins. :good::good::good:
thank you guys for helping me out.
i just got one question, do i have to root my device agaiin ? do i have to make nandroid back for the recovery.img ???
thank you.
what could we do without you XDA developers !!!
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Let's not confuse the ota with a full ruu. So my question is :
1: did you flash the ruu (full rom update utility)
2: flashed the ota (smaller size file, pure update to the existing software)
?
I had the same problem as the OP..So i tried to restore just the system from my back up using CWM..Now im stuck at the HTC logo screen after the reboot. Im not sure what to do.
That wasn't the ota you just flashed. That was an RUU which completely wipes everything. I hope you realise it's also wiped your internal memory too?
ashyx said:
That wasn't the ota you just flashed. That was an RUU which completely wipes everything. I hope you realise it's also wiped your internal memory too?
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I couldnt flash the OTA...I got the red exclamation. So I tried to restore the system (using advanced restore)because I had put up the adblock. After which I was stuck in the loading screen.
Anyway I did a complete restore and flashed the stock recovery. Now its updating from the Eye Update.
Thanks for the quick reply though!
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Why are you relocking bootloader while you're S-OFF?
Relocking bootloader for flashing RUU is needed only on S-ON devices.
Wysłane z mojego HTC One_M8
I had rooted htc one m8 with twrp. To be able to install OTA update I have flashed 4.20.531.4. It successfully loaded so I started update. However after reboot it did not go further than htc one sign on white screen. After that I tried following actions without any progress: flash twrp back, delete supersu, factory reset from both stock image and twrp, install previous builds. I can get to bootloader, but my pc does not see it throw windows explorer nor from htc sync manger. I'm stock and don't know what else can I do. Did I actually bricked my phone?
dr107 said:
Did I actually bricked my phone?
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If the screen still comes on, no.
Did you install stock recovery before trying to OTA?
Yes I have installed stocked recovery from t mobile. I changed my cid to super cid. Could that course me a problem? And is there a possibility for me to use nandroid recovery?
dr107 said:
Yes I have installed stocked recovery from t mobile.
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Make sure its the stock recovery corresponding to 4.20.531.4
dr107 said:
I changed my cid to super cid. Could that course me a problem?
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Some folks have said SuperCID interferes with OTA; others contradict this. So I'm not sure.
dr107 said:
And is there a possibility for me to use nandroid recovery?
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Do you mean restore a nandroid backup?
Yes, but it sounds like you already restored a stock 4.20.531.4 ROM, so I don't see how a nandroid backup would make a difference.
Are you trying to issue fastboot commands while in bootloader-fastboot mode? And no response?
Stupid mistake, just trying to get a usable phone back, dunno how.
Rooted it, Recovery TWRP.
decided want a custom rom, Android Revo 20.
didnt backup, woops.
was useless, googled, needed different firmware, flashed that somehow.
phone got worse.
reinstalled TWRP
tried to download a backup, 2 even, both dont work.
not sure what to do. think i need another firmware before the backup would work.
any advice will help
currently phone turns on straight to bootloader. can access download mode and recovery.
Bootloader unlocked, S-ON, HTC__J15,
iSammyJ said:
Stupid mistake, just trying to get a usable phone back, dunno how.
Rooted it, Recovery TWRP.
decided want a custom rom, Android Revo 20.
didnt backup, woops.
was useless, googled, needed different firmware, flashed that somehow.
phone got worse.
reinstalled TWRP
tried to download a backup, 2 even, both dont work.
not sure what to do. think i need another firmware before the backup would work.
any advice will help
currently phone turns on straight to bootloader. can access download mode and recovery.
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Do you have google hangouts or whatsapp? i could help you out.
no =/
well yes i have whatsapp, but no working phone to use that.
Try ruu back to stock?
tried didnt work. still boots directly to bootloader
iSammyJ said:
tried didnt work. still boots directly to bootloader
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Are you S-OFF?
Did the RUU complete successfully or give you an error?
Was the firmware you flash for your Model M9 or another one?
Tachi91 said:
Are you S-OFF?
Did the RUU complete successfully or give you an error?
Was the firmware you flash for your Model M9 or another one?
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S-ON unfortunately
RUU failed. error. will try others tomorrow.
I got the firmware off Android Revolution site. I think it was correct.
iSammyJ said:
S-ON unfortunately
RUU failed. error. will try others tomorrow.
I got the firmware off Android Revolution site. I think it was correct.
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What's your Model?
If youre S-OFF and firmware/RUU are not helping. You're probably trying to flash the wrong ones.
Tachi91 said:
What's your Model?
If youre S-OFF and firmware/RUU are not helping. You're probably trying to flash the wrong ones.
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HTC__J15?
3.35.401.12 firmware should work with your Cid,
Which version of O.S did you read in download mode?
bzhmobile said:
3.35.401.12 firmware should work with your Cid,
Which version of O.S did you read in download mode?
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1.32.401.17
I tried to use 3.35.401.12 backup but it still booted to bootloader
You have to flash 3.35.401.12 firmware in download mode before using the backup
and i cant flash firmware while S-ON right? i think i tried flashing higher firmware and it gave me that error.
so ill find 1.32.401.17 backup or rom and that should work?