Please help me custom roms for my alcatel one touch pop c9 and how to flash the Rom! Thanks in advance!
You should try first the Rooting process.
Use this one, it works.
The Video it's in spanish but it worked for the OWN s4025 tha't it is supposed to be the same exactly phone.
Be sure to make a backup of your phone first.
-install Root Checker from the App Store.
-check that your phone is not rooted (should be not rooted obviously)
-check the options for isntalling unknown apps.
-download this .apk and put it on your microSD somewhere.
-install it then follow the instructions in the Video. (at this part you shouldn't be needing to know Spanish. just copy what he is doing till the end. Very easy)
...and if you don't know how to do any of this or some parts, then it means you shouldn't be trying to do this kind of stuffs honestlly
hope it works.
I don't have an Alcatel pop c9 so I can't say it will work but it should be.
IF ANYONE CAN TEST THIS FIRST THAT WOULD BE NICE.
Good luck.
ROnneth said:
You should try first the Rooting process.
Use this one, it works.
The Video it's in spanish but it worked for the OWN s4025 tha't it is supposed to be the same exactly phone.
Be sure to make a backup of your phone first.
-install Root Checker from the App Store.
-check that your phone is not rooted (should be not rooted obviously)
-check the options for isntalling unknown apps.
-download this .apk and put it on your microSD somewhere.
-install it then follow the instructions in the Video. (at this part you shouldn't be needing to know Spanish. just copy what he is doing till the end. Very easy)
...and if you don't know how to do any of this or some parts, then it means you shouldn't be trying to do this kind of stuffs honestlly
hope it works.
I don't have an Alcatel pop c9 so I can't say it will work but it should be.
IF ANYONE CAN TEST THIS FIRST THAT WOULD BE NICE.
Good luck.
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so... did it worked?
I have a rooted Alcatel Pop c9, can anyone could give me a custom rom for my phone.I want a S5 custom rom..tnx
Atomix2592 said:
I have a rooted Alcatel Pop c9, can anyone could give me a custom rom for my phone.I want a S5 custom rom..tnx
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You can try official upgrade if any available
but be careful
zahraaonline.com/3206/Install-Alcatel-POP-C9-Stock-Rom
Pop c9 stock or custom rom
PLEASE HELP ME !!!! I WANT A STOCK OR A CUSTOM ROM FOR ALCATEL ONE TOUCH POP C9 BECAUSE I BRICK MY DEVICE !!!!!! :crying:
THANKS !!!!
SPYROS BAZIOS said:
PLEASE HELP ME !!!! I WANT A STOCK OR A CUSTOM ROM FOR ALCATEL ONE TOUCH POP C9 BECAUSE I BRICK MY DEVICE !!!!!! :crying:
THANKS !!!!
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Atomix2592 said:
I have a rooted Alcatel Pop c9, can anyone could give me a custom rom for my phone.I want a S5 custom rom..tnx
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Please help me custom roms for my alcatel one touch pop c9 and how to flash the Rom! Thanks in advance!
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Alcatel recently publish a Source Code for Alcatel C9, OT-7047D, which is required for making a Custom ROM. So after that I was persistent to find some mods for this phone and finally I found it on Russian forum.
Here are some custom ROMs for Alcatel C9 under the tab "Прошивки" - http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=569984&st=1500
I use AOSP with Lollipop style for a while and it is very stable and clean. The AOSP version is cleaner but have some camera issues (pink/red blur). You can try also MIUI or LEWA if you like Huawei look. I hope that someone will put some decent cyanogen mod soon. There is no better in my opinion. Good luck everyone and post here if you find other ROMs or custom Kernels (for overclock).
pop c9 overclockable kernel
can you help me to find a overclockable kernel for pop c9 ? :laugh: :highfive:
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For custom ROM visit Alcatel c9 ph on facebook!
Hi guys, can someone please post tutorial step by step how to flash custom ROMs on Alcatel Pop C9 7047D and provide links for tools and files necessary? Been flashing phones for many years now, but this is the first device with MTK chipset and I am afraid to do something that will brick my device.
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How to flash Custom ROM
Lincoln357 said:
Hi guys, can someone please post tutorial step by step how to flash custom ROMs on Alcatel Pop C9 7047D and provide links for tools and files necessary? Been flashing phones for many years now, but this is the first device with MTK chipset and I am afraid to do something that will brick my device.
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First root phone with iRoot
Then install Uncle Mobile Tools from Google Playstore.
Open Mobile Uncle Tools and press Recovery Update. Flash TWRP custom recovery
Before you reboot into recovery mode, You need to download custom rom, and place on SD card.
After You finished previous step, You need to press Into Recovery Mode on Mobile Uncle Tools app.
After phone reboot, You will see Carliv Touch Recovery.
Press Wipe Menu, Wipe Data / Factory Reset.
After this step is finished, Press back on your phone and go to Mounts/Storage.
Press Format/System. Go back and go to Wipe Menu again and press Wipe Dalvik Cache.
Go back and presss 'Install ZIP', choose 'zip SDcard'.
Find your custom rom on SD card and press on it.
After few minutes your ROM will be flashed, go back and reboot your phone.
Here You can find custom ROMs
Under Прошивки
Hey man, thanks a lot... This is pretty much the same as all my flashing on Qualcomm devices. My device is already rooted and Mobile Uncle tools are nstalled. Also, I installed Xposed framework and Gravity box. Can I enter the custom Recovery before flashing the rom and backup my stock rom now? Asking because you said "before entering recovery place the rom on sd card".
Yes, You can enter into recovery every time You want, it's not a problem.
Kryptonyx said:
Yes, You can enter into recovery every time You want, it's not a problem.
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I did it, made backup, but cannot exit recovery, it won't reboot at all?? What should I do?
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Yes, You can enter into recovery every time You want, it's not a problem.
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Just flashed Note 3 rom, everything works perfectly, finally can satisfy my flashing addiction cause this is the only phone in the house which hasn't been flashed so far All other 6-7 phones are being flashed on a weekly/monthly basis. Thanks a lot, guys!
After testing Note 3 Rom for a while, everything works fine but I can't stand that Touchwiz and complete Samsung UI so I flashed AOSP L Style which looks far more better... Bugs I've noticed so far are that notifications doesn't always sound, like the phone is on silent and sometimes a bit laggy response. But it was flashed last night so need more time to test. Cheers!
How we can manage to get our own forum for Alcatel C9 and maybe for C5 and C7, since there's a custom recovery and custom roms for these devices?
They are compatible for version 7047A?
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They are compatible for version 7047A?
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I think they are, since only difference is that A model supports UMTS 850MHz while D model doesn't. Everything else is virtually the same.
Lincoln357 said:
I think they are, since only difference is that A model supports UMTS 850MHz while D model doesn't. Everything else is virtually the same.
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dont works on the Model 7047A , it stays in my cell company logo .
tested: AOSP, S5, Note 3
Related
Just wondering if someone could clarify about this model over the rest. Am I limited to rom's just made for the M model then? or do the normal roms I see like the cm7 ones in the development section of this model work on the m model?
Check this out. It might of some help to you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17332208&postcount=1013
Hi I have the "m" model as well and I haven't had much luck with the majority of roms made for the euro version of our phone. Darkshado had made a ROM called ArpegGioMod ROM that is made for the m series and works quite well. I use his ROM and I'm quite happy with it versus the stock ROM.
I flashed cyanogenmod 7.1 on my phone using Odin and by leaving out the phone package which seemed to work pretty well, but after a day my phone could not connect to the network to make phone calls or use 3g so I flashed back.
Let me know how it works for you. Thanks.
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I have the s5660m as well and I've been using cyanogenmod 7.2 rc0 build4 since it came out. Everything works except gps.
I also have the s5660m , but it is unlocked. I am able to install any firmware, once is it a GIO rom. Go to ... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1368587 It has a program to unlock your phone and also some other samsungs. Try it out.
I have an s5660m and I can download CM7 and CM9
I also have an unlocked and rooted 5660M. Has anyone been able to successfully install ClockWordMod recovery on the M? If so, please post a short how to.
Thanks
Hi. I've a related question since i've a "L" model (as in S-5660L). Am i stuck like the M models or can i do whatever i want with this?
adiboy101 said:
I have an s5660m and I can download CM7 and CM9
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Everyone can download that even iphone users
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Gerrydd said:
I also have an unlocked and rooted 5660M. Has anyone been able to successfully install ClockWordMod recovery on the M? If so, please post a short how to.
Thanks
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Yes, try the ClockworkMod Recovery from this thread, and follow the instruction in the second post.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1421650
Thanks Lypang
Gio s5560m Stuck data mode deactivated.
Hello all,
I bought a Gio M about a month ago good phone and happy so far. Problem I've had is 3g is OFF ---> power button- Phone Options menu - Network Data mode is deactivated. Push to turn ON and stays deactivated. Go into system, network, and yes data packets is checked on.
Phone is stock no tweaks no extras, did a clear cache and reset phone to OE spent 2 hours with tech support on Virgin canada and Samsung. Virgin blames phone, Samsung Blames virgin 3g network.
My question is could the phone have a bad firmware flash from factory it came with 2.3.4
I am going to go back to Best buy next weekend and see if I can test with another gio. If 3g works on test unit then I'll send this one in for repairs I guess.
Any other suggestions?
Did you try another Virgin SIM? That's one thing I'd look into.
Also if you're in the Montreal area or in the GTA (I'm not sure where else) there are Samsung Service Centres you could take this to.
Show up in person and have them diagnose the problem. You might even be able to wait while they work on it if you have a bit of spare time.
2.3.4 is the proper version number for the stock ROM on the 5660M. No updates so far.
Gio s5560m no 3g
Have not tried another virgin sim. I do have a spare that came with the phone spose I could try it although its sealed up in the packaging still.
Live in northern Alberta and the nearest city with virgin phone sales is 2hrs away hence the wait to get fixed. Surprise surprise Samsung did not phone me back today like they said they would either.
Found one other post on here of a fellow in Norway with no 3g can't enable or disable but no answers on his post to the problem. I'll wait till the weekend and go to the city and see if Bestbuy has an activated sim they can put in and try.
Thanks for the help and I will update when I get it figured out.
i had the same connection problems, try going back to your stock ROM and take note of your APN settings, once you flash back to CM you'll notice the rom made several changes!
changing the APN settings back to stock, fixed any connection issues i had
hope i helped! (i'm using CM7.2 RC1 B1 KANG on my BELL 5660M)
s550m 3g
Problem is I am using the stock rom, the rom that came with the phone is the one giving the problems. Sending the phone back for "repairs" and we will see what comes of it.
I'll keep you all updated.
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i had the same connection problems, try going back to your stock ROM and take note of your APN settings, once you flash back to CM you'll notice the rom made several changes!
changing the APN settings back to stock, fixed any connection issues i had
hope i helped! (i'm using CM7.2 RC1 B1 KANG on my BELL 5660M)
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I'm new here and I tried to read all the information to get a good idea around flashing the S5660M. I also have the bell version.
I'm going to put down the steps, if anybody can give me pointers or correct any mistakes. That'd be great, I want to put CM7.1 or 7.2, whichever one is stable enough for all functionality to work. Speed is not an issue as I am giving this phone to my grandpa who needs a chinese language display system which Samsung didn't include in the original ROM.
1. Root phone
2. Install ClockworkMod Recovery
3. Reboot into recovery mode, make backup using Nandroid? I heard there's other tools that can be used. I'd like to backup the original ROM.
4. Download the desired CM from recovery mode onto SD card
5. Delete cache and wipe data
6. Choose the new ROM to be flashed and wait
I think that's the general idea, is there any key steps I am missing?
Sorry again for asking but I want to make sure I got the correct steps for S5660M.
gotenk1 said:
I'm new here and I tried to read all the information to get a good idea around flashing the S5660M. I also have the bell version.
I'm going to put down the steps, if anybody can give me pointers or correct any mistakes. That'd be great, I want to put CM7.1 or 7.2, whichever one is stable enough for all functionality to work. Speed is not an issue as I am giving this phone to my grandpa who needs a chinese language display system which Samsung didn't include in the original ROM.
1. Root phone
2. Install ClockworkMod Recovery
3. Reboot into recovery mode, make backup using Nandroid? I heard there's other tools that can be used. I'd like to backup the original ROM.
4. Download the desired CM from recovery mode onto SD card
5. Delete cache and wipe data
6. Choose the new ROM to be flashed and wait
I think that's the general idea, is there any key steps I am missing?
Sorry again for asking but I want to make sure I got the correct steps for S5660M.
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You are right. But remember after you flash CM7, then install gapps.zip wich can be found in cm7 thread, so you have google apps, then your done.
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You are right. But remember after you flash CM7, then install gapps.zip wich can be found in cm7 thread, so you have google apps, then your done.
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Thanks for your info.
I read some more stuff yesterday(a lot of variance )
Some people mentioned titanium backup. Which one is better? nandroid or titanium backup to save up the original ROM?
Also, is Universal_GB_ROOT_v2.zip the best/safe way to root a S5660M?
gotenk1 said:
Thanks for your info.
I read some more stuff yesterday(a lot of variance )
Some people mentioned titanium backup. Which one is better? nandroid or titanium backup to save up the original ROM?
Also, is Universal_GB_ROOT_v2.zip the best/safe way to root a S5660M?
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Yes, the gb_root.zip or superoneclick.
Superoneclick can be downloaded from shortfuse.org
Make sure you have the usb drivers, usb debugging on.
Then connect your phone via usb, wait for it to connect and press root, then your done
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Can someone please give me the link to download the Original ROM for Alcatel OT-918(Without D/M/N)
Custom ROMs for the same make are also welcomed.
I errored with mine and I had never backed up.
Thanks
kippsoft said:
Can someone please give me the link to download the Original ROM for Alcatel OT-918(Without D/M/N)
Custom ROMs for the same make are also welcomed.
I errored with mine and I had never backed up.
Thanks
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1.here is your reference
I am not responsible for any damages caused to your phone if you do the wrong way !
never flash a rom not made for your phone
2.if not sure about that ROM then use Alcatel OneTouchUpgrade to flash a stock ROM from Alcatel site
you need drivers so install Android SDK and OneTouchUpgrade also take a look at this thread browse through pages for more details about installation but never flash that ROM this is for OT-908 only !
ROM for Alcatel OT-918 not OT-918N, nor OT-918D, neither OT-918M
Thanks ruscan.calin
But the ones in the site are for Alcatel OT 918D/M/N and my phone is OT-918
I tried but...it failed.
I tried with the Alcatel Program and it says the phone is upto date.
Thanks
kippsoft said:
Thanks ruscan.calin
But the ones in the site are for Alcatel OT 918D/M/N and my phone is OT-918
I tried but...it failed.
I tried with the Alcatel Program and it says the phone is upto date.
Thanks
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how it failed ? did you try to flash it by recovery ? It doesn't work because recovery mode is made to flash only signed/official updates and Alcatel never released such an update do this: try again to flash and check your sdcard for .log files and post here that content I guess you get an "signature verification " error
well, you need a custom recovery to make it works ! tell me more ! what's about these models 918/918d/m/n where is the difference between them ?because if you try to download kernel sources there is only one source so these phone should be almost the same..
This is how it happen
Let me tell you about all...
I was phone had Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread
This is how it started,
I rooted by phone successful and it has been working well for sometime...
I intended to install Root Call Blocker but it always told me that there is insufficient space.
I switched off and on again to recovery by Pressing the + Volume key and Power button.
This took me to recovery where I cleared,Cache,Dalvik Cache and Data.
When I rebooted it, it failed to start and just shows the Android logo and stops and it has never gone beyond there.
I have tried using the custom roms available at the link in @ alcatel918 dot weebly dot com/2-custom-recovery.html but the all install successfully but the phone fails to go beyond the logo.
That is why I am requesting anyone with such a phone running the same version to assist me with by may be backing up boot,recovery,data and cache and link up.
Thanks alot.
kippsoft said:
Let me tell you about all...
I was phone had Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread
This is how it started,
I rooted by phone successful and it has been working well for sometime...
I intended to install Root Call Blocker but it always told me that there is insufficient space.
I switched off and on again to recovery by Pressing the + Volume key and Power button.
This took me to recovery where I cleared,Cache,Dalvik Cache and Data.
When I rebooted it, it failed to start and just shows the Android logo and stops and it has never gone beyond there.
I have tried using the custom roms available at the link in @ alcatel918 dot weebly dot com/2-custom-recovery.html but the all install successfully but the phone fails to go beyond the logo.
That is why I am requesting anyone with such a phone running the same version to assist me with by may be backing up boot,recovery,data and cache and link up.
Thanks alot.
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now I see... yes was a mistake about backup.. always make backups
well, it's dubious.. One Touch Upgrade is not working for you let me tell you: usually Alcatel give you the chance to flash again stock rom by connecting to their server by One Touch Upgrade but it seems is not working for you a chance is to send them a message but don't tell you rooted etc just say "is not working" you already know that I have an Alcatel phone too but for me there is a stock rom in zip format also One Touch Upgrade is working tell theml about that :how to recover ?
well, I perform some search and update this post ...
use this link to tell Alcatel about your problem I used it in the past and they answered me..
also do this check: power off then press Menu (big button? it seem you don't have it? well that middle button.. Home button) keep it pressed then connect to PC keep it pressed !! at this moment Windows should search for a driver then start One Touch Upgrade and try for update !
PS
I just performed some search now I can tell you for sure there is big difference between 918 and the others 918D etc (kernel sources are not the same!)
kippsoft said:
Can someone please give me the link to download the Original ROM for Alcatel OT-918(Without D/M/N)
Custom ROMs for the same make are also welcomed.
I errored with mine and I had never backed up.
Thanks
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Hi !
Have you find a solution for the original ROM?
I've tried to install custom ROM but I've install ROM of alcatel 918 M/N/D ...
Help pleaaaaaaase !!!
@ marcorennes
There is no available custom ROM for Alcatel OT-918 running Android 2.3.6..
I am still searching/looking for someone having the same make so that I can safely have his/her backup.
The available custom ROMs are for OT-918 N/M/D.
Incase of anything...I will post on this forum.
kippsoft said:
There is no available custom ROM for Alcatel OT-918 running Android 2.3.6..
I am still searching/looking for someone having the same make so that I can safely have his/her backup.
The available custom ROMs are for OT-918 N/M/D.
Incase of anything...I will post on this forum.
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May be this link can help ...
h ttp :/ /sourceforge.net/projects/alcatel/files/
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May be this link can help ...
h ttp :/ /sourceforge.net/projects/alcatel/files/
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yes but there are sources for kernel only you need Android sources for your phone too
the single way is to get a recovery backup from somewhere...
to compile kernel sources take a look at this post
I can't believe that One Touch Upgrade is not working for your phone
ruscan.calin said:
yes but there are sources for kernel only you need Android sources for your phone too
the single way is to get a CWM backup from somewhere...
to compile kernel sources take a look at this post
I can't believe that One Touch Upgrade is not working for your phone
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Yes, it just says that Mobile is up to grade and stop the software ...
marcorennes said:
Yes, it just says that Mobile is up to grade and stop the software ...
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well, find a recovery backup or request help from Alcatel tell them your phone is working but you have some software problems and you think an update/ reflash should solve it so ask them how to get update because One Touch Upgrade says that phone is up-to-date
they will answer you : I used this service in the past
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well, find a recovery backup or request help from tell them your phone is working but you have some software problems and you think an update/ reflash should solve it so ask them how to get update because One Touch Upgrade says that phone is up-to-date
they will answer you : I used this service in the past
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Thank you. I have wrote to alcatel.
In fact I wonder if my alcatel si still guaranted even if I have rooted it ...
My operator can changed it next week. The phone Will be send to alcatel for a diagnostic but I dont know if they can find root or something like that. If yes i have to pay a big fine ...
marcorennes said:
Thank you. I have wrote to alcatel.
In fact I wonder if my alcatel si still guaranted even if I have rooted it ...
My operator can changed it next week. The phone Will be send to alcatel for a diagnostic but I dont know if they can find root or something like that. If yes i have to pay a big fine ...
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I found THE solution of our problem man !!!!!
I found it !
I assume you have already Flash Tools and One Touch Upgrade 1.8.2
Step 1 : Download the file '2.3.5_Europe.zip' (file attachement)
Step 2 : Open Flash Tool
- Option --> Check USB MODE
- Option --> Backup Restore NVRAM --> Check Backup --> .....
- Scater-loading File --> "MT6573_Android_scatter.txt" (in 2.3.5_Europe)
- Click DOWNLOAD
Step 3 : Wait up to the end.
When it's finished, open One Touch Upgrade and do an Upgrade
It works very well now !!
Bye !
[email protected] (french developper)
@ marcorennes
Thanks very much marcorennes,
It worked for me though it is showing me that the phone has two SIMs instead of one.
How can I go about that?
My Alcatel is OT-918 (without D/M/N).
What you gave me is for OT-918 D.
Give me way forward...but thanks
kippsoft said:
Thanks very much marcorennes,
It worked for me though it is showing me that the phone has two SIMs instead of one.
How can I go about that?
My Alcatel is OT-918 (without D/M/N).
What you gave me is for OT-918 D.
Give me way forward...but thanks
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Yes, I have an Alcatel OT 918 (without M/D/N) too and I have the same thing (2 sims and 918d).
I think we have now kernel sources for the OT 918d and we can now install custom ROM for 918d in our OT 918.
I'm not sure but I will try (If it's fail, I will do the same thing to restore it).
I think it's better to have the firmware of the 918d instead of ... nothing
@ marcorennes
It is worth...
But let me ask...did your ever back the above files in your original OT-918.
By the way how do you back it up?
If you did,I would like to have a copy
I am very very grateful.
kippsoft said:
It is worth...
But let me ask...did your ever back the above files in your original OT-918.
By the way how do you back it up?
If you did,I would like to have a copy
I am very very grateful.
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Hi !
I don't understand you're problem ... The files I shared work in you're phone no ?
I've put the zip files in my original OT-918 (with the manipulation described above) and I used the Alcatel One Touch Upgrade Update software.
@marcorennes
It looks like you never understood me..
What I meant is..
Did you ever backup the original 3 files you posted before your flashed your phone with the ones for OT-918D?
I followed your instructions and I have a working phone though showing two SIMs.
I have a friend that is planning to acquire OT-918(without D/M/N) just like the ones we have.
I wanted so that I can use his images to restore back to my original system..
Thanks man
Ok ! I understand ! ^^
No, I have never backed up the originals three files ... I tried to install a custom ROM but I did it without thinking (it was a custom ROM of a 918 D) ...
The only way I found to have a working phone is to put in my phone the three files I posted (original files for a 918d)... And I don't know how it works but it works !
But when you're friend will have his phone, can you send these files for me please ?
Thanks !
Kenavo
Hello everyone,
im new in this forum, and two devices with android, the first is the "asus transformer prime" and the second is a new cellphone - Sony Xperia Arc S - and this is the problem.
I really dont like what sony do the android, the interface, beside iam very familiar with standart ICS in my "Prime" so i search a bit and found some posts about Cyanogen 9 (talking about performance ans stuff), but in that same posts i read that CM9 is only for "Xperia Arc" not "xperia arc S" and i need to use some external "kernell" to be loaded.
My questions are:
What i need to do to install CM9 at "arc s"?
What the procedures?
I need a external "kernel" or just extract the zip (cm-9.1.0-anzu.zip) and get the *.img ?
What is the easyest method to install it?
Can send me a easy guide to do it?
and finally. it will work in portugal? with the operator TMN?
Can someone post the link for one guide to do the install, that actually works?:fingers-crossed:
Thanks in advance for the answers
If i can make a clean and smooth install, for sure i will donate
(sorry my english)
p.s- i know they are a lot of posts about this, but is because that i cant find my way through they.
Install instructions:
1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
cm9 on sony xperia arc s
samhillxda said:
1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
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Thanks for the reply, but that is a litle too generic for me , and not answer about a diferent kernel doubth .
can you indicate the links of the most stable files you are talking about?
Or some video to explain this?
Tank you so much
Soory im a noob :/
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1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
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noob here too on arc s first time flashing,
for kernel, can it be flash from cwm?
bruce16878 said:
noob here too on arc s first time flashing,
for kernel, can it be flash from cwm?
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No, With FAStboot ONLY
ArcMan09 said:
No, With FAStboot ONLY
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o.k, but which files i should use? can u post some links?
preferable the most stable version, i know they are a lot of them but cant choose because i don't have any experience on it.
Im thinking is use one of this two, whats better?
1 - this kernel (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520654) with this room (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1526717)
or
2 - this kernel (FXP128, by FreeXperiaProject) (come people say works fine) whit this room ( http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=anzu&type=) cm-9.1.0-anzu.zip
please advice,,
Thanks everyone
Hi all!
Hi!
to flash the kernel you'll need to do it via Fastboot. There are some guides in this section to help you get CWM recovery easily, but if you're a noob like me I'd give try to Flashtool (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012).
It's a little program that helps you out flashing kernels, roms and some other joyful gift from xda...
Try it out and let me know!
For the ROM/Kernel choice if you want a clean AOSP (android stock) experience go with the FXP CM9 or AOKP (for a little more customization)... If you browse the "Android Development" section you're going to find plenty about it and in the related thread you'll find some help with kernel choice!
I actually am on JJ's Hybrid Rom with ArcKnight kernel, it's based on Sony's firmware but looks like aosp (I don't like the CM9 camera) and it's really smooth!
Cheers and let me know if I helped you out! :fingers-crossed:
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Hi!
to flash the kernel you'll need to do it via Fastboot. There are some guides in this section to help you get CWM recovery easily, but if you're a noob like me I'd give try to Flashtool (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012).
It's a little program that helps you out flashing kernels, roms and some other joyful gift from xda...
Try it out and let me know!
For the ROM/Kernel choice if you want a clean AOSP (android stock) experience go with the FXP CM9 or AOKP (for a little more customization)... If you browse the "Android Development" section you're going to find plenty about it and in the related thread you'll find some help with kernel choice!
I actually am on JJ's Hybrid Rom with ArcKnight kernel, it's based on Sony's firmware but looks like aosp (I don't like the CM9 camera) and it's really smooth!
Cheers and let me know if I helped you out! :fingers-crossed:
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Hi ,
I believe you
Really helpfull man, i take a look at your description and look really nice room.
And i even have a option to install it with "Locked Bootloaders"(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1673489) so if someting goes wrong i can restore the phone with Sony software (SEUS).
Can you tell me if this are the files you use? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1537717) you apply the patch too?
Im really happy with your feedback (i can see now some light at the end of the tunel)
To finish i have just one more litle question. is about the "baseband".
I am im Portugal and my phone is under TMN phone line. do you know if this rooms works fine? (i suppose it works because you can update too official ICS before start installing JJ's Hybrid Rom, but can you confirm this?) my thought is correct?
Best regards, and thanks for the reply.
Yeah that's the thread!
I applied the patch but it works just fine as it is, even without it!
baseband should be no problem, the problem is combination rom/baseband and not baseband/network (dunno if I can explain myself, sorry about it).
In other words, if your phone is on ics .431 stock and you flash this, you'll get the same baseband and everything's gonna work out!
I unlocked my bootloader so I'm not familiar with that kind of install but it should be even easier.
Let me know if you need any help about it, I hope we are not going too much OT!
Happy to help!
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Yeah that's the thread!
I applied the patch but it works just fine as it is, even without it!
baseband should be no problem, the problem is combination rom/baseband and not baseband/network (dunno if I can explain myself, sorry about it).
In other words, if your phone is on ics .431 stock and you flash this, you'll get the same baseband and everything's gonna work out!
I unlocked my bootloader so I'm not familiar with that kind of install but it should be even easier.
Let me know if you need any help about it, I hope we are not going too much OT!
Happy to help!
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Nice :good:
i understand what you try to explain about baseband. no worry
dont know yet if i install this room by "unlocked bootloader" or "locked".
The Locked version have some vantages right? if i want to go to stock ics i can keep update the cellphne by Sony software. But im wondering, how many time the sony will update this phone? maybe not much,,because already listen someone say it will no get jellybean official update, so im really think in "unlock bootloader".
about the patch, how apply the pacth? right after instal the room, or reboot a couple of times them instal the patch?
by the way can you send me a link with the method to install it? dont want to mess with the room itself.
Thanks for all the support , really appreciate :highfive:
well,
I think this thread is the best if you need some guidance, I don't think I'd be better that this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188
Anyway if you unlock your BL, I'd proceed like this afterwards:
-backup all the things you need to keep from your phone because you're gonna delete all the data!
-download Flashtool, install all the drivers inside the drivers folder after the install, launch it and try to get your phone in "fastboot mode" (click on the lightning and select fastboot, then pick the button that suites you better )
-download the kernel you chose and flash the img by pressing "flash kernel img" in the fastboot menu (you may need to flash wifi modules later, so download them and put them inside your sd card
-download the .zip file of the rom you chose and put it inside your sd card
-ALWAYS DISCONNECT YOUR PHONE FROM CABLE BEFORE YOU TURN IT ON, not always, but sometimes it makes android crash
-turn on your phone and keep pressing volume down till you get to recovery
-select "wipe data/factory reset", "wipe cache", go to "advanced" and select "wipe dalvik cache"
-select "install...." (second option in the main menu) and then install from sd card and pick the ROM file...
-after the flash is over, do the last step again and select the WIFI MODULES
-reboot to system, check if everything's working, if you want to apply the patch (in JJ's rom case) turn off your phone, get to recovery again and install the related zip...
Anyway I hope I'll not be held responsible if your phone is gonna explode, mine didn't! :angel:
Good luck!
nPingu said:
well,
I think this thread is the best if you need some guidance, I don't think I'd be better that this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188
Anyway if you unlock your BL, I'd proceed like this afterwards:
-backup all the things you need to keep from your phone because you're gonna delete all the data!
-download Flashtool, install all the drivers inside the drivers folder after the install, launch it and try to get your phone in "fastboot mode" (click on the lightning and select fastboot, then pick the button that suites you better )
-download the kernel you chose and flash the img by pressing "flash kernel img" in the fastboot menu (you may need to flash wifi modules later, so download them and put them inside your sd card
-download the .zip file of the rom you chose and put it inside your sd card
-ALWAYS DISCONNECT YOUR PHONE FROM CABLE BEFORE YOU TURN IT ON, not always, but sometimes it makes android crash
-turn on your phone and keep pressing volume down till you get to recovery
-select "wipe data/factory reset", "wipe cache", go to "advanced" and select "wipe dalvik cache"
-select "install...." (second option in the main menu) and then install from sd card and pick the ROM file...
-after the flash is over, do the last step again and select the WIFI MODULES
-reboot to system, check if everything's working, if you want to apply the patch (in JJ's rom case) turn off your phone, get to recovery again and install the related zip...
Anyway I hope I'll not be held responsible if your phone is gonna explode, mine didn't! :angel:
Good luck!
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Hi, once again THANKS for this mini tutorial
No worry you will not be responsible if my phone meltdown , i know flashing is always a little risky, but if something goes wrong most of the time only need to rooting again e flash it. (little chance of burning literally the phone, only if doing insane overclocks), beside i try the "locked bootloade" first so, i think is even easier to restore factor ICS if something bad happens.(hope not) :fingers-crossed:
-when you install the patch, you don't clean cache or something? just install?
-about the hifi modules, i should install it or only if my wifi not work?
in my work days i don't have time to do this procedure but in weakend i want apply this. Really lov the stock ICS look, not that changed version of sony (i mean, is pretty, but don't like)
Thanks for all the help.
I didnt wipe cache or dalvik when I applied the patch... Wifi modules are linked with the kernel you choose, so if you dont flash them, wifi won't work...so "yes" is the answer in any case! let me know if everything works out!
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-when you install the patch, you don't clean cache or something?
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You should when flashing any new ROM because it rules out any issues that might a rise after installing.
Sulfulric said:
about the hifi modules, i should install it or only if my wifi not work?
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Not needed, but there is a baseband for CM9 which is in the thread, up to you if you want to use it or not.
Questions go to Q&A.
Also most of your questions would be answered, had you taken the time to read through the forums and search.
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nPingu said:
I didnt wipe cache or dalvik when I applied the patch... Wifi modules are linked with the kernel you choose, so if you dont flash them, wifi won't work...so "yes" is the answer in any case! let me know if everything works out!
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Hi, o.k e see.
i tell you if everything works and my opinion about the room .
by the way, im thinking in root the phone before doing the rooming just to test something, remove bloatware on xperia. My friend speak about this http://www.unlockroot.com/, do you know if its work? because as far as i know we need to downgrade the ics 4.0.4 to 4.0.3 to apply the rooting.
have a nice day , and thanks for your fast reply to all my doubts
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You should when flashing any new ROM because it rules out any issues that might a rise after installing.
Not needed, but there is a baseband for CM9 which is in the thread, up to you if you want to use it or not.
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humm, i see, thanks for the clarification
can i ask you something subjective?
if i root the xperia ics stock room, and clean all bloatware, really i need a new room? i mean. it will be more stable? or what i will benefit from it?
Thanks, best regards
iridaki said:
Questions go to Q&A.
Also most of your questions would be answered, had you taken the time to read through the forums and search.
iR¡[email protected]!* via Tapatalk 2
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hi,
Thanks for the orientation. I am new in this forums and really don't know yet how this works, beside, i search a lot for questions and i found some really interesting answers but the problem is, i have some specific questions and the threats about "Arc S" are overwhelming, (so much suggestions, feedback's, new versions, errors etc) i cant focus in my thinking line, and get more and more confused :/.
Next time ill make a threat if is really necessary o.k? .
I need to thanks all the members in this one, for the quickly answers and clarifications.
Sulfulric said:
humm, i see, thanks for the clarification
can i ask you something subjective?
if i root the xperia ics stock room, and clean all bloatware, really i need a new room? i mean. it will be more stable? or what i will benefit from it?
Thanks, best regards
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You'll have more system space, probably your phone will be smoother and stable.
Anyway, IMHO:
-change kernel if you're looking for performance improvement, overclocking/undervolting or some particular feature
-change rom if you find some features you'd like/need that are not inside the stock one or if you want to customize it.
nPingu said:
You'll have more system space, probably your phone will be smoother and stable.
Anyway, IMHO:
-change kernel if you're looking for performance improvement, overclocking/undervolting or some particular feature
-change rom if you find some features you'd like/need that are not inside the stock one or if you want to customize it.
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Hi,
Thanks for your feedback
I first ill try rooting and after that maybe a new room, but i confess, i am a Little scarred, don't want to brick my phone .
Speaking in root, do you have some thoughs about this? http://www.unlockroot.com/, to rooting the phone? (i am in ICS 4.0.4 - 4.1.B.0.431)
(this weakend i have played with the phone, photos, system, etc,, and this is a great phone for a single core, really fast, my fried have a galaxy S3 and the diference is not so much and the price is more them 2x more)
take care, and thanks for all the help and feedbacks.
First of all I am not a established developer still learning android system...... if anything creates problems after flashing this rom or after installing, dont blame me..
Proudly present the rom for Idol 3 6045I ported from it Chinese sibling TCL I806.
Fully working on my 6045I. Its stock 5.0.2 from TCL I806.
Many chinese apps have been removed but still few remains which can be removed by getting root.
Features:
1. Less Lags.
2. Fast.
3. Camera is working far better than the recent updates provided for 6045I.
How to install:
Caution : Before doing this, please make backup of your system & efs as mentioned by Famewolf in his thread of making backups.
1. Just download the zip from the link provided below and keep it in the root of sdcard.
2. Also download the gapps provided in the links. First link is which I installed on my device and second one is the latest. Keep it also in the root of the sdcard.
3. Now just boot into recovery mode i.e. TWRP , do not wipe anything, script will do it itself and just go to install and choose the stock chinese rom for 6045I.zip and flash.
4. Let the process to complete. It will ask to restart the system and just restart the system.
5. After first start choose language and other options, again boot into recovery mode and flash the gapps provided.
6. Here the stock chinese rom will run smoothly on your 6045I.
7. If TWRP gives error "error in executing binary" then you have to manually edit the updater-script but it depends on what your TWRP says about the error. So just ask me I will tell you what changes to make in updater-script.
After couple of manual restarts or with time rom will start to run smoothly.
Links :
Rom : removed due to some problems occurred after flashing.
gapps : https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001614559 or https://basketbuild.com/gapps (choose android 5.0).
For any kind of help regarding to this rom pm me or just ask in this thread.
I will try my best
Caution : Does not works on 6045Y & 6045K.
Backup efs also in case u loose ur IMEI or having error of unknown baseband/ no network
If you like my work, dont forget to hit thanks......
Sorry for all the trouble caused.
Well I am also in the same boat as well.....
yash_rathore25 said:
First of all I am not a established developer still learning android system...... if anything creates problems after flashing this rom or after installing, dont blame me..
Proudly present the rom for Idol 3 6045I ported from it Chinese sibling TCL I806.
Fully working on my 6045I. Its stock 5.0.2 from TCL I806.
Many chinese apps have been removed but still few remains which can be removed by getting root.
Features:
1. Less Lags.
2. Fast.
3. Camera is working far better than the recent updates provided for 6045I.
How to install:
Caution : Before doing this, please make backup of your system as mentioned by Famewolf in his thread of making backups.
1. Just download the zip from the link provided below and keep it in the root of sdcard.
2. Also download the gapps provided in the links. First link is which I installed on my device and second one is the latest. Keep it also in the root of the sdcard.
3. Now just boot into recovery mode i.e. TWRP , do not wipe anything, script will do it itself and just go to install and choose the stock chinese rom for 6045I.zip and flash.
4. Let the process to complete. It will ask to restart the system and just restart the system.
5. After first start choose language and other options, again boot into recovery mode and flash the gapps provided.
6. Here the stock chinese rom will run smoothly on your 6045I.
7. If TWRP gives error "error in executing binary" then you have to manually edit the updater-script but it depends on what your TWRP says about the error. So just ask me I will tell you what changes to make in updater-script.
After couple of manual restarts or with time rom will start to run smoothly.
Links :
Rom : https://mega.nz/#!88t2jJjT!dFpCY6987LAyAO2CcuKr0wmi5EPB3kRu9v8YTrNBgHs
gapps : https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001614559 or https://basketbuild.com/gapps (choose android 5.0).
For any kind of help regarding to this rom pm me or just ask in this thread.
I will try my best
May also work on 6045Y and 6045K : just need some willing hands.
If you like my work, dont forget to hit thanks......
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Woohoo. Gonna download this!!!
For screenshots of rom visit this page : http://forum.xda-developers.com/idol-3/development/idol-3-source-code-available-t3180369/page14
Now going to sleep, as have to go office in morning......
Quick question. Can this rom read/write ExFat? I'd rather have my sd card formatted to that so that i can store larger movie files.
Are there any real noticeable differences besides less lag and fast? Those two mean almost the same thing. Does this ROM offer anything major that the US stock ROM doesn't? Awesome work though making a new ROM for the community to try. We appreciate your work. :good:
brian117 said:
Are there any real noticeable differences besides less lag and fast? Those two mean almost the same thing. Does this ROM offer anything major that the US stock ROM doesn't? Awesome work though making a new ROM for the community to try. We appreciate your work. :good:
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One enhancement I read about was that it did have newer camera software. Many of the packages included are newer version levels than the ones included on our phones because the i806 came out after our models.
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yash_rathore25 said:
For screenshots of rom visit this page : http://forum.xda-developers.com/idol-3/development/idol-3-source-code-available-t3180369/page14
Now going to sleep, as have to go office in morning......
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You should consider removing the system update checker from your custom rom. The icon appears in your screenshots so I'm assuming it's still included. Since the build.prop says it's a 6045i but it has the i806 codebase patches will never apply since the checksum's won't match.....so depending on what "version" it thinks it's on vs the update version the update checker will either never show an update or always show an update.
OK. I think I have this working. The ROM seems to be functional for me. Downloading all my apps now and getting it set up how I like. Will try to run it through the day tomorrow and see what I like and don't like... not expecting much difference over stock, but we'll see.
Anyone have a suggestion for a lollipop compatible "minimal gapps?" I'm really only interested in google play and gmail..no need for google+ etc.
famewolf said:
Anyone have a suggestion for a lollipop compatible "minimal gapps?" I'm really only interested in google play and gmail..no need for google+ etc.
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I might still have a PA micro gapps file somewhere. Just need to see if it's 5.0 or 5.1.
Edit: Here you go. Just pick up the zero gapps. It works perfectly.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2792842
Another option is the Slimgapps official thread here. They do have a "zero gapps" package, and both 5.x I think.
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yash_rathore25 said:
May also work on 6045Y and 6045K : just need some willing hands.
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You mean testers?
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Anghirrim said:
You mean testers?
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Yupp bro.
Just edit build.prop with notepad++ and change it to 6045Y instead of 6045I and flash the rom.
Then check the log of TWRP specially before the error in executing updater binary.
It will say something about the check_cu.
If you will open updater script with notepad++ you will see first line of command saying "check_cu("6045I-2AALUS7");"
Just change this line ("6045I-2AALUS7") with the line shown in the TWRP similar to this ( something like 6045Y-XXXXXXX)
Then again flash the rom, gapps and hope it will work.
If it works, dont forget to hit thanks button :laugh:
Ok... I'll see, my phone is less than one week old and I swore myself that this one would be kept untouched for a year. I wanted to keep it clean for warranty purpose but one week later... I'm already rooted.
I'm kind of flashaholic so won't resist very long... Don't worry.
What will it update exactly? Is there a risk it will mess up the European radio part? Just to make sure I'll still get a good signal or loose imei.
I do have my twrp backup for boot and system image, will that be enough to get back to a previous working state?
Thanks,
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Ok... I'll see, my phone is less than one week old and I swore myself that this one would be kept untouched for a year. I wanted to keep it clean for warranty purpose but one week later... I'm already rooted.
I'm kind of flashaholic so won't resist very long... Don't worry.
What will it update exactly? Is there a risk it will mess up the European radio part? Just to make sure I'll still get a good signal or loose imei.
I do have my twrp backup for boot and system image, will that be enough to get back to a previous working state?
Thanks,
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I rooted my phone the next day it came to me,
Eventually i am also not going to get warranty as I imported this device from US to India.
N I personally dont care about warranty as none of the android device gets bricked completely, there is always a way.
Like I got stucked in bootloops in try of porting cm12.1 from other device.Even my backups failed to boot. Then I followed the mobile updater app provided by Alcatel and it simply restored my device to factory rom which will get updates also.
N warranty will not work if the device got physically damaged.
Yes backup will work.
After flashing this rom I would suggest you to make TWRP backup of this rom also alongwith Stock one.
I am getting a lot of range in network selection as it contains all the radios available for this device.
Screenshots of network range:
Anghirrim said:
Ok... I'll see, my phone is less than one week old and I swore myself that this one would be kept untouched for a year. I wanted to keep it clean for warranty purpose but one week later... I'm already rooted.
I'm kind of flashaholic so won't resist very long... Don't worry.
What will it update exactly? Is there a risk it will mess up the European radio part? Just to make sure I'll still get a good signal or loose imei.
I do have my twrp backup for boot and system image, will that be enough to get back to a previous working state?
Thanks,
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It's much safer to mod now since with Version 4.9.2 of the Mobile Q software from alcatel (you have to tell it you have a "pixi" for that version to appear as it's so new) allows you to put the phone in "download mode" and fully restore the device to factory condition. (tested by multiple idol 3 users of both the 6039 and 6045) This goes a long way towards making the device unbrickable.
famewolf said:
It's much safer to mod now since with Version 4.9.2 of the Mobile Q software from alcatel (you have to tell it you have a "pixi" for that version to appear as it's so new) allows you to put the phone in "download mode" and fully restore the device to factory condition. (tested by multiple idol 3 users of both the 6039 and 6045) This goes a long way towards making the device unbrickable.
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I agree with you bro......:good::good:
Thanks both for your answers. Yes the Alcatel restore software makes things way easier to fix. I already installed it yesterday to make sure my phone drivers are installed for any "phone state". I also have the android sdk installed.
By the way, I am thinking to bring my small contribution to this forum by creating an " ultimate list of mods/softwares/issues" for this phone.
There have been so many news and achivements in the past few weeks, it's a bit difficult to read everything in the correct order.
So last question, how about the radio, imei, etc... Any risk on this?
And then, I think I'll give it a try.
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Anghirrim said:
Thanks both for your answers. Yes the Alcatel restore software makes things way easier to fix. I already installed it yesterday to make sure my phone drivers are installed for any "phone state". I also have the android sdk installed.
By the way, I am thinking to bring my small contribution to this forum by creating an " ultimate list of mods/softwares/issues" for this phone.
There have been so many news and achivements in the past few weeks, it's a bit difficult to read everything in the correct order.
So last question, how about the radio, imei, etc... Any risk on this?
And then, I think I'll give it a try.
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In my opinion no risk of losing imei no. and radio modems
yash_rathore25 said:
In my opinion no risk of losing imei no. and radio modems
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I'm attaching a platform.xml file already modded to allow full read/write access to the external sd (just drop the .zip off the filename as that was just to get xda to allow me to upload it...it's a text file)....you might find it useful to replace this in yours.(/etc/permissions)..other options include pre-rooting...adding in init.d support....etc.
Ran this ROM overnight and through most of my day so far (about 3 hours off the charger). First impression is that it's about the same as stock, not that I was expecting any different. You get the TCL splash screen at boot but the overall UI is pretty much the same. Since I now have root I went ahead and used app quarantine to freeze the bloatware apps I didn't want. Kinda wishing I had installed minimal gapps, but I figure I'll be reflashing again soon since the floodgates are probably about to open with new ROMS anyway.
Conclusion: If you're curious, flash it, it doesn't hurt anything. It may be a hair smoother, and I haven't really tested the camera extensively enough before or after to be able to tell a difference.
Edit: Literally as soon as I submitted this message (from my PC) I went to turn wi-fi off and the phone decided to reboot. Really odd.
@nickalltogether:
Which version of the phone do you have?
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*I TAKE NO CREDIT FOR ANY OF THIS, IM JUST TELLING HOW I DID IT. I AM ALSO NOT GUARANTEING YOU WILL HAVE THE SAME OUTCOME*
*I recommend going to this new update guide by CVertigo1 in the ROM's section as this version of the PlayStore ROM is outdated.*
Credit for Root and PlayStore Rom goes to jrkruse (https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1949695)
ROOTING
1)Flashed stock Nougat ROM
2)Flashed ENG-ROOT found here https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767141717
- Make sure to flash the correct kernel included in the zip file
3) Install SuperSU. Link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=529152257862710010
- I used the regular Root.bat not the one with tweaks
FIXING LAG
1)Install Flashfire from PlayStore
2)Download the PlayStore Rom from https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767144652
-Transfer the file to the S7
3)Open Flashfire and flash the zip choosing only Mount/ system read/write
4)Now AROMA Installer will pop up and go through all of the terms and conditions
-When asked what to wipe I choose to wipe everything
-Next when asked what bloat to remove I choose the PlayStore Rom which removes all bloat and replaces stock apps with google apps (To see full list of changes refer to the PlayStore thread)
5)Now when my S7 boot it showed no launcher, I simply held the home button down which opened the google search, in there I searched for the playstore app and installed Nova Launcher.
-Now reinstall SuperSU by double clicking the root.bat like before
6) Installed the following apps to help with lag; Lspeed, Greenify, Kernal Auditor, LeanDroid, Force Doze, and SSD Boost
-I used most of the settings found on Lag fix threads for the MM root
My S7 is smooth as butter after all of this, no lag spikes and random crashes like I was experiencing with just the ENG Root flashed.
EXTRA
1)I did have to to a reboot to get the camera to work properly
2) I had to download a Dialer/Contacts and Message app from the playstore because the stock ones were deleted in this process. But the store ones work just fine, I am recieving calls and messages like normal.
3) *Battery life is just a little worse than stock, might be worth waiting for Xposed to released for Nougat.*
Credit for Root and PlayStore Rom goes to jrkruse (https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1949695) :good:
setup wizard keeps stopping...
I have followed your step with my phone (Galaxy S7 Verizon - Android 7), but when go to step no 5 my phone always alert (The process com.android.phone has stopped, Setup Wizard keep stopping...). I tried to hold HOME button but still nothing and message always alert even reboot phone.
Please help. thank in advance
Bunrin said:
I have followed your step with my phone (Galaxy S7 Verizon - Android 7), but when go to step no 5 my phone always alert (The process com.android.phone has stopped, Setup Wizard keep stopping...). I tried to hold HOME button but still nothing and message always alert even reboot phone.
Please help. thank in advance
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Weird, did you wipe your S7 completely before doing the process? I would flash fresh nougat and try again.
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Went through the entire process once more and found that wiping but keeping SU image works the best, I chose "no wipe" but it caused random reboots. I then wiped my phone and did as stated in my original post and it is working smooth once again.
ikoyhn said:
Weird, did you wipe your S7 completely before doing the process? I would flash fresh nougat and try again.
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My S7 model (SM-G930V). it's not compatible with VZW_TMO_HYBRID_PLAYSTORE_BS_FREE_STOCK_V6.zip? while installing show DEVICE: Samsung Galaxy S7 G935V
Bunrin said:
My S7 model (SM-G930V). it's not compatible with VZW_TMO_HYBRID_PLAYSTORE_BS_FREE_STOCK_V6.zip? while installing show DEVICE: Samsung Galaxy S7 G935V
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The rom is for Verizon and T mobile devices. Your good to go.
Blade22222 said:
The rom is for Verizon and T mobile devices. Your good to go.
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Bunrin said:
My S7 model (SM-G930V). it's not compatible with VZW_TMO_HYBRID_PLAYSTORE_BS_FREE_STOCK_V6.zip? while installing show DEVICE: Samsung Galaxy S7 G935V
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Yup it says G935 but it also works with the G930.
ikoyhn said:
Yup it says G935 but it also works with the G930.
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When install finish after reboot my phone show "Setup Failed....". any ideas. thanks
Bunrin said:
When install finish after reboot my phone show "Setup Failed....". any ideas. thanks
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Did you start on a factory fresh Nougat? It must be trying to run the setup that you first have to do when you get/wipe your phone. But you should have already done this prior IF you wiped your phone completely and started from there.
Here is another guide that you might find helpful: https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s7/development/rom-t3576124
ikoyhn said:
Did you start on a factory fresh Nougat? It must be trying to run the setup that you first have to do when you get/wipe your phone. But you should have already done this prior IF you wiped your phone completely and started from there.
Here is another guide that you might find helpful: https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s7/development/rom-t3576124
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Thanks for your support.
Is this for the Qualcomm processor?
Gon Rouge said:
Is this for the Qualcomm processor?
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Yes the *US*S7 does have the Qualcomm processor, and this ROM does work with it. If you are looking to see if it will work for another device with the processor then I recommend looking here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1949695, for more information on the ROM and compatibility.
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Yes the S7 does have the Qualcomm processor, and this ROM does work with it. If you are looking to see if it will work for another device with the processor then I recommend looking here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1949695, for more information on the ROM and compatibility.
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Not all s7s are Qualcomm, we sometimes get international users in here.
Blade22222 said:
Not all s7s are Qualcomm, we sometimes get international users in here.
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Whoops forgot about that, I fixed my reply. Thanks for pointing it out:good:
My phone is now stuck on the boot text (Samsung Galaxy S7) have yet to see past it.
IDCM said:
My phone is now stuck on the boot text (Samsung Galaxy S7) have yet to see past it.
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-After what step did it get stuck on the boot text?
-Did you start factory fresh?
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-After what step did it get stuck on the boot text?
-Did you start factory fresh?
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I've got it all in working order, but to address the issue.
It was just straight after using the first Odin file. (Flashed ENG-ROOT)
Although with hours of sitting here and determination, I came to a solution using this post and many others.
I now have my S7 (Verizon) rooted and functioning with no issues.
Thank you for sharing. :highfive: :good:
IDCM said:
I've got it all in working order, but to address the issue.
It was just straight after using the first Odin file. (Flashed ENG-ROOT)
Although with hours of sitting here and determination, I came to a solution using this post and many others.
I now have my S7 (Verizon) rooted and functioning with no issues.
Thank you for sharing. :highfive: :good:
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Glad you got it all sorted out:good:
I haven't rooted a phone in a few years but I feel like I missed a fundamental step of the root process so I have a stupid question: I get to the rom flashing step and my phone can't reboot because "Custom binary locked by SECURE BOOT (boot.img)." Then I reflash the ENG-ROOT boot.img and that same secure boot blocks because of the custom modem binary. So I just reflashed stock to get it working again, but it still gives that message if I try to install something like magisk. Am I missing something?
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I haven't rooted a phone in a few years but I feel like I missed a fundamental step of the root process so I have a stupid question: I get to the rom flashing step and my phone can't reboot because "Custom binary locked by SECURE BOOT (boot.img)." Then I reflash the ENG-ROOT boot.img and that same secure boot blocks because of the custom modem binary. So I just reflashed stock to get it working again, but it still gives that message if I try to install something like magisk. Am I missing something?
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You cannot use any custom kernels on us snapdragon models. No magisk or anything. The only root option is engboot and root.bat plus the setups to smooth it out or no root at all