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Stock Firmware for XOOM on Motodev

Now available for many regions. Directly from the source. Enjoy.
Edit: link added.. sorry I forgot.
http://developer.motorola.com/produ...utm_source=supportforums&utm_term=unlockboard
MZ600 - XOOM with Wi-Fi + Verizon 3G
Build Size Date Posted Documents Action
Build HRI39 117 MB N/A MZ600 Product Specs Download
Build HRI66 121 MB N/A MZ600 Product Specs Download
MZ601 - XOOM with Wi-Fi + UMTS
Build Size Date Posted Documents Action
Build H.6.1-38-1 for Retail Europe 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38-1 for Retail France 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38-9 for Retail Other International 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38-11 for Retail Turkey 117 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38-5 for T-Mobile Germany 115 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38-9 for Telstra Australia 121 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-37-1 for Korea SKT 128 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ601 Product Specs Download
MZ604 - XOOM with Wi-Fi
Build Size Date Posted Documents Action
Build H.6.2-20 for KDDI Japan 125 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-24 for Retail France 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-24 for Retail Europe 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-24 for Retail Other International 118 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-21 for Canada 119 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-21 for Brazil 119 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.2-21 for Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America 125 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ604 Product Specs Download
Build HWI69 for US Retail 122 MB N/A MZ604 Product Specs Download
MZ605 - XOOM with Wi-Fi + UMTS
Build Size Date Posted Documents Action
Build H.6.1-38.4 for Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America 125 MB Jun. 2, 2011 MZ605 Product Specs Download
Build H.6.1-38.4 for Brazil 125 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ605 Product Specs Download
MZ606 - XOOM with Wi-Fi
Build Size Date Posted Documents Action
Build H.6.2-9_CN-18 for China Retail 141 MB Jun. 1, 2011 MZ606 Product Specs Download

Can you post link here?
And no 3.1 firmware?

keunhuvac said:
Can you post link here?
And no 3.1 firmware?
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http://developer.motorola.com/produ...utm_source=supportforums&utm_term=unlockboard

http://developer.motorola.com/produ...utm_source=supportforums&utm_term=unlockboard
Enjoy

awsome now we can flash back to eu when/if needed

H-6.1-38-4 is that 3.1?
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App

Link added, and no 3.1. But you can always upgrade on the official way using these images, assumed 3.1 is available via OTA yet. The main purpose of these images is helping people with semi bricks and/or those who have flashed firmwares from other regions.
keunhuvac said:
Can you post link here?
And no 3.1 firmware?
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3.1 would be 6.3-XX and I doubt they will ever be made available there. The sole purpose of these images is to recover XOOMs, not to distribute updates.
sqx said:
H-6.1-38-4 is that 3.1?
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App
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How would you know if oyu where semi bricked with no way back? I ask cause I think I may be semi bricked. I'm stuck in the boot loop, and, I'm stuck in the 'starting fastboot protocol....' after trying rebooting with adb fastbootloader.
What would be the command to use these with adb?
Thanks.

You need to use fastboot to flash these images. If you've installed the android sdk then the fastboot tool should have been included with it (It's a command line tool)
Once you've located fastboot (it's in TOOLS inside the android sdk directory.) Follow the instructions posted on the site
The commands to flash and re-lock your device are as follows:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash system system.img
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot flash userdata userdata.img
fastboot erase cache
fastboot oem lock

If I can still boot into CWR, does that mean I may still be semi bricked? I managed to flash BRD's boot and tiamat off his thread, and it worked well, until reboot. I'm still stuck in this boot loop, and it's making me loopy!
This whole thing happened because I stuffed with the build.prop file in the system folder and downloaded market enabler.
Can you relock a wifi only xoom?

It's about bloody time! Thanks for the update!

maybe a stupid question.
i got my xoom from amazon with the t-mobile rom (altough there is no visual branding). does the xoom have something like CID or CSC or would "unbranding" just be that simple than flashing the stock eu image?

If you check my sticky, link is in signature I have already put all these up without logins.
Sent From My Evo

**** thaaaat, where is 3.1 ?

I can't seem to connect to the PC now, go figure. I want to try and just restore to factory, is this possible without my PC recognising my Xoom via USB now? Is there a way to flash the official Moto images if I can't connect my usb to my PC? I can force a reboot via adb, but that's it.

Is there any possibility to have the SBFs?

Ifiuse said:
Is there any possibility to have the SBFs?
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Sent From My Evo

bwcorvus said:
Tomorrow...
Sent From My Evo
Click to expand...
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Really?
10 characters....

Ifiuse said:
Really?
10 characters....
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol...
etc etc
Sent from my HTC Desire using Tapatalk

[Xperia ZL][INFO][REF] All the info you need before you begin

@MODS
request you to sticky this thread
hello friends,
let me begin by introducing myself, i am developer for Xperia devices (X10, ARC, PLAY, S, T, Z) and am the Lead Developer of Team UtterChaos, member of Team ICX and was associated with Team FreeXperia, ... i have some experience in development for Xperia devices, specifically in kernels, rooting & recoveries and i have various how-to, reference threads which are very helpful to new & advanced users alike across various device communities... i hope even this thread will be useful to everyone... if you would like to know what things i have worked on before feel free to check some of the links in my signature below...
so some of u must be new to the Sony Xperia family & even if u are not this should be useful... this thread should get u up to speed on what you need to know for this device...
i will try to cover some very basic things and try to touch upon some advanced topics...
i will be dividing this thread into various sections, and each section will point to an individual post...
following is the list of sections covered:
Basics
FlashTool
Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking
Rooting
Recovery
Flashing Custom Kernel
Flashing Custom ROMs
for those who are interested in development are free to contact me via p.m.... BUT PLEASE do not ask generic questions, post all generic queries at the forums/threads...
regards,
DooMLoRD

Basics
[ various bootmodes ]
newest Sony devices have three boot modes... these bootmodes can be reached when device is powered off...
Normal - just press power button and device starts booting
Flashmode - this mode is used to flash stock OFFICIAL firmware using flashtool, denoted by GREEN LED (this is similar to DOWNLOAD/ODIN mode of the Samsung devices)
Fastboot mode - this is a special mode, denoted by BLUE LED, used when we want to flash custom kernel, custom system images, for that we need to unlock bootloader, i will tell more details about this later...
[ various key combinations ]
this is most important part...
known key combinations so far:
while device is power OFF
Volume Up + USB cable connected to PC -> FASTBOOT MODE (BLUE LED will light up)
Volume Down + USB cable connected to PC -> FLASHMODE (GREEN LED will light up)
while device is power ON
There is a special button under a small back cover
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Button Pressed and hold for 5 seconds -> resets the battery, its like removing the battery and putting it back in [device will vibrate once]
Button Pressed and hold for >10 seconds -> will power off hard, device will power down [device will vibrate thrice]
[ understanding About Phone ]
What it all means for u:
Kernel version:
Sony has released this device with 3.4.0 kernel. When custom kernels are released (they will surely be soon) this string will change.
Model number:
The Xperia ZL has model number as C650x and has 3 models C6502, C6503 & C6506. They differ in the spectrum of frequencies supported for 3G/WCDMA http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_zl-5203.php
C6502 - HSPA+
C6503 - LTE
C6506 - LTE
Details: (thanks to Spectre51 for compiling the following details!)
Code:
[B]C6502 [/B]
HSPA+ only, full T-Mobile/AT&T support
UMTS HSPA+ 850 (Band V), 900 (Band VIII), 1700 (Band IV), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band I)
GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
[B]C6503[/B]
2g/EDGE only on T-Mobile, limited AT&T 3g support (due to no 1900 HSPA+ band), international LTE
UMTS HSPA+ 850 (Band V), 900 (Band VIII), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
LTE Band I, Band III, Band V, Band VII, Band VIII and Band XX
[B]C6506[/B]
Full T-Mobile and AT&T LTE support
UMTS HSPA+ 850 (Band V), 900 (Band VIII), 1700 (Band IV), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band I)
GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
LTE Band I, Band II, Band IV, Band V and Band XVII
Android version: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_(operating_system)
Sony officially launched this phone with android version 4.1.2 (aka Jelly Bean).
Baseband version: [linked to firmware version]
(Crudely) this is a software interface which communicates with radio -> gsm/wcdma (2g/3g)/LTE, basically acts as a base for the main OS to ‘talk-to’ the hardware on the phone [I know this explanation isn’t precise even partly incorrect.. if someone can help me out I will update it]
This is similar to the "radio" image of the HTC devices.
Build number: [aka firmware version]
This is dependent on which firmware u flash on ur phone and is linked to the baseband version.
Btw some devs use this field to add their own ‘signature’ to the ROM so if u are using custom ROMs this field might be varying. Though the Baseband version for a particular firmware remains same.
what is firmware?
The firmware is a package containing all the official software for a particular build. It will contain system, kernel & baseband files. Generally the firmware is supplied (on forums) in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool.
what are the ways to update/repair firmware?
SEUS (Sony Ericsson Update Service) / PCC (PC Companion) / EMMA are all official ways to update to new or repair existing firmware on your device. SEUS/PCC are available to all users (consumers), EMMA is special and is only available to select individuals. This requires you to connect device to PC and then the software will check for updates and download them over the internet.
Updates can also be sent as FOTA (Firmware over-the-air)/OTA (over-the-air) updates where in you can download and install the updates without the need to connect to PC/any software.
FlashTool is an unofficial user-created tool, but the best way to flash official firmwares. Generally the firmware is supplied in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool. Thus FlashTool is the easiest way to do offline updates, just download the FTF file, it keep on PC and flash ur device when ever you want to.

FlashTool
Flashtool is one of the MOST IMPORTANT piece of software for ur phone, it is an unofficial, but the best way to flash official firmwares on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices. Generally the firmware is supplied in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool. Thus FlashTool is the easiest way to do offline updates, just download the FTF and keep on PC and flash ur device when ever you want to. One can also flash select partitions using FlashTool, say you want to flash baseband(radio) from newer/older firmware but want to keep the main system the same u can do that using newest FlashTool! FlashTool also supports fastboot modes! so if you are not very comfortable with command line then u can use the FastBoot Toolbox inbuilt into FlashTool to fastboot the kernels!
FlashTool can be used to flash both locked and unlocked bootloaders devices.
For all flashtool informations (download links, release notes, FAQ) go to the Flashtool Homepage
Flashtool specifically for Xperia Z/ZL released!
Flashtool is on github : FlashTool GitHub repo
[FLASHTOOL GUIDE] HOW TO for n00bies (excellent guide for new users, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! The info for Rooting, Recovery & Bootloader UNlock in that thread is for older Xperia devices...)
i will try n get more links for FlashTool and post it here
Sony also provides an official FlashTool but it can be used only with unlocked bootloader devices

Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking
[Tutorial] Xperia Z & ZL Bootloader Unlocking
Latest FlashTool 0.9.10.2beta4 onwards can correctly unlock (official way) and relock device... i recommend using the latest FlashTool version to unlock & relock device...
all question regarding bootloader unlocking, relocking should be posted in relevant threads

Rooting
[ROOT] Xperia ZL for LOCKED & UNLOCKED bootloaders! [Exploit by: goroh_kun & huhka_com]
[ROOT] Xperia ZL for unlocked bootloaders ONLY!

Recovery
if you are not familiar with custom Android recoveries i suggest that u read this:
http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile...-and-how-to-use-it-on-android-complete-guide/
FOR LOCKED BOOTLOADERS:
The recovery for locked bootloaders becomes a part of the ROM...
[Recovery] CWM (LOCKED Bootloaders)
FOR UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS:
Currently Recovery available for this device comes as a part of kernel (stock or custom kernel)
Recoveries on stock kernel:
[Recovery] CWM (UNLOCKED Bootloaders)
kindly post queries related to specific recovery at the corresponding thead

Flashing Custom Kernel
CUSTOM KERNELS ARE SPECIFIC TO ROMs...
you cant use stock kernel on CM ROM and you cant use CM kernel on stock ROM....
CUSTOM KERNELS CAN BE FLASHED ONLY ON DEVICES WITH UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS
there are two ways to flash custom kernel
first download the kernel file... if it is a boot.img then use Method 1 (fastboot mode) or if its a update.zip file then use Method 2 (recovery)
Method 1 - fastboot mode
if you get kernel in boot.img format then do the following
reboot device into fastboot mode
then flash the kernel using following command:
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
then reboot from fastboot
Code:
fastboot reboot
thats it now device should start booting that kernel
Method 2 - recovery
if you already have recovery working on your device then do the following
save the update.zip on SDCARD
reboot into recovery
flash the update.zip which contains the kernel
reboot into system
thats it now device should start booting that kernel

Flashing Custom ROMs
if u get custom ROM in update.zip format then do the following:
first download the ROM file and save it on SDCARD
reboot into recovery
flash the update.zip which contains the ROM
reboot into system
thats it now device should start booting that ROM
Most custom ROMs are provided as update.zip. Its a technical term, basically its a special signed ZIP file which can be flashed via custom recovery.
Download the ZIP file and save it on ur PC
now connect ur device and save the ROMs ZIP file on the SDCARD
disconnect the device (after copying is over)
reboot into recovery
go to install ZIP from sdcard menu and navigate to the folder where you saved the ZIP file
now select it
recovery will start flashing the ROM
after flashing is over just reboot device and you will be on the custom ROM
Tips:
some CUSTOM roms require specific kernels (like CM9) in that case FIRST flash the corresponding kernel and then follow the instuctions posted above
sometimes the ROM requires cleaning /data & /cache partitions. you can wipe these before flashing the ROM! [WARNING YOU WILL LOSE UR DATA BY DOING THIS!]

AW: [Xperia ZL][INFO][REF] All the info you need before you begin
Hey Doomlord!
Thank you for that awesome guide!
I'm coming from LG O2x, on that device kernel often is included in ROMs, if you want to flash another one it can easily be flashed via cwm.
Why isn't kernel included in sony-roms?

Wish this guide was written when I got my ZL; would have made life MUCH easier
Can you put up a guide about how to get fastboot and adb working? Pretty please!!
I tried installing Android SDK, Flastools etc, but still my computer shows Fastboot as an unrecognized device when I connect my ZL to it in fastboot mode

@doomlord..would u make custom kernel for zl in future?

sturmtruppler said:
Hey Doomlord!
Thank you for that awesome guide!
I'm coming from LG O2x, on that device kernel often is included in ROMs, if you want to flash another one it can easily be flashed via cwm.
Why isn't kernel included in sony-roms?
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Yes Sony ROMS include kernels... But the problem is that Sony devices dont have a separate partition for recovery...
anirudh412 said:
Wish this guide was written when I got my ZL; would have made life MUCH easier
Can you put up a guide about how to get fastboot and adb working? Pretty please!!
I tried installing Android SDK, Flastools etc, but still my computer shows Fastboot as an unrecognized device when I connect my ZL to it in fastboot mode
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hmmm... May be I will...
jianlinooi said:
@doomlord..would u make custom kernel for zl in future?
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Not sure... Let's see...
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app

AW: [Xperia ZL][INFO][REF] All the info you need before you begin
jianlinooi said:
@doomlord..would u make custom kernel for zl in future?
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ya, would really appreciate it! :thumbup:

Request for a sticky
@ Mods... I see that this thread has a lot of useful info regarding the ZL. So, please make this thread a sticky as requested by OP. Thanks!
@ Doomlord.. Thanks for the detailed guides.

I'm a little n00bish but (offcourse) I understand the first posts... But how can I root it?
I can root the ZL without unlocking the bootloader if I'm right? At the first weeks I don't want to use custom roms.
I want to use the tweaks on the Xperia Z, like the black notificationbars or the changing of the dpi of the buttons...
Will that work with the same provided files on the ZL? I prefer the ZL, and I want to use those tweaks but I don't know for sure if it's gonna work?

does ZL ship with stock android browser? I want to use flash.

Gitaroo said:
does ZL ship with stock android browser? I want to use flash.
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no mine order 6506

Gitaroo said:
does ZL ship with stock android browser? I want to use flash.
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No it does not. There's an APK in the apps & themes forum, but it doesn't work until the kernel source is out.

Thanks DooMLoRD!
Happy to say im bootloader unlocked and rooted!!
This thread made everything a piece of cake!!
Thanks a TON!
I won this phone a couple weeks ago and it just got delivered today.
Im looking forward to a good future with this nice piece of tech!
Thanks again!

The location of the secondary camera is not bad?

[Xperia Z1][INFO][REF] All the info you need before you begin

@MODS
request you to sticky this thread
hello friends,
let me begin by introducing myself, i am developer for Xperia devices (X10, ARC, PLAY, S, T, Z) and am the Lead Developer of Team UtterChaos, member of Team ICX and was associated with Team FreeXperia, ... i have some experience in development for Xperia devices, specifically in kernels, rooting & recoveries and i have various how-to, reference threads which are very helpful to new & advanced users alike across various device communities... i hope even this thread will be useful to everyone... if you would like to know what things i have worked on before feel free to check some of the links in my signature below...
so some of u must be new to the Sony Xperia family & even if u are not this should be useful... this thread should get u up to speed on what you need to know for this device...
i will try to cover some very basic things and try to touch upon some advanced topics...
i will be dividing this thread into various sections, and each section will point to an individual post...
following is the list of sections covered:
Basics
FlashTool
Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking
Rooting
Recovery
Flashing Custom Kernel
Flashing Custom ROMs
for those who are interested in development are free to contact me via p.m.... BUT PLEASE do not ask generic questions, post all generic queries at the forums/threads...
regards,
DooMLoRD

Basics
[ various bootmodes ]
newest Sony devices have three boot modes... these bootmodes can be reached when device is powered off...
Normal - just press power button and device starts booting
Flashmode - this mode is used to flash stock OFFICIAL firmware using flashtool, denoted by GREEN LED (this is similar to DOWNLOAD/ODIN mode of the Samsung devices)
Fastboot mode - this is a special mode, denoted by BLUE LED, used when we want to flash custom kernel, custom system images, for that we need to unlock bootloader, i will tell more details about this later...
[ various key combinations ]
this is most important part...
known key combinations so far:
while device is power OFF
Volume Up + USB cable connected to PC -> FASTBOOT MODE (BLUE LED will light up)
Volume Down + USB cable connected to PC -> FLASHMODE (GREEN LED will light up)
while device is power ON
Volume Up + POWER (for 10 seconds) -> resets the battery, its like removing the battery and putting it back in [device will vibrate once]
Volume Up + POWER (for additional 5 seconds, total 15 seconds) -> will power off hard, device will power down [device will vibrate thrice]
hard power off
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[ understanding About Phone ]
(check out attachment if the above pic is not visible)
What it all means for u:
Kernel version:
Sony has released this device with 3.4.0 kernel. When custom kernels are released (they will surely be soon) this string will change.
Model number:
The Xperia Z1 has model number as C69xx and has few models. They differ in the spectrum of frequencies supported for 3G/WCDMA http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_z1-5596.php
C6902/L39h - HSDPA
C6903 - LTE
C6906
C6943
Android version: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_(operating_system)
Sony officially launched this phone with android version 4.2.2 (aka Jelly Bean).
Baseband version: [linked to firmware version]
(Crudely) this is a software interface which communicates with radio -> gsm/wcdma (2g/3g)/LTE, basically acts as a base for the main OS to ‘talk-to’ the hardware on the phone [I know this explanation isn’t precise even partly incorrect.. if someone can help me out I will update it]
This is similar to the "radio" image of the HTC devices.
Build number: [aka firmware version]
This is dependent on which firmware u flash on ur phone and is linked to the baseband version.
Btw some devs use this field to add their own ‘signature’ to the ROM so if u are using custom ROMs this field might be varying. Though the Baseband version for a particular firmware remains same.
what is firmware?
The firmware is a package containing all the official software for a particular build. It will contain system, kernel & baseband files. Generally the firmware is supplied (on forums) in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool.
what are the ways to update/repair firmware?
SEUS (Sony Ericsson Update Service) / PCC (PC Companion) / EMMA are all official ways to update to new or repair existing firmware on your device. SEUS/PCC are available to all users (consumers), EMMA is special and is only available to select individuals. This requires you to connect device to PC and then the software will check for updates and download them over the internet.
Updates can also be sent as FOTA (Firmware over-the-air)/OTA (over-the-air) updates where in you can download and install the updates without the need to connect to PC/any software.
FlashTool is an unofficial user-created tool, but the best way to flash official firmwares. Generally the firmware is supplied in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool. Thus FlashTool is the easiest way to do offline updates, just download the FTF file, it keep on PC and flash ur device when ever you want to.

FlashTool
Flashtool is one of the MOST IMPORTANT piece of software for ur phone, it is an unofficial, but the best way to flash official firmwares on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices. Generally the firmware is supplied in form of FTF package (a container file ending with .ftf) which can be flashed via FlashTool. Thus FlashTool is the easiest way to do offline updates, just download the FTF and keep on PC and flash ur device when ever you want to. One can also flash select partitions using FlashTool, say you want to flash baseband(radio) from newer/older firmware but want to keep the main system the same u can do that using newest FlashTool! FlashTool also supports fastboot modes! so if you are not very comfortable with command line then u can use the FastBoot Toolbox inbuilt into FlashTool to fastboot the kernels!
FlashTool can be used to flash both locked and unlocked bootloaders devices.
For all flashtool informations (download links, release notes, FAQ) go to the Flashtool Homepage
As a co-developer of Flashtool I have already added support for the Z1!
we will soon be releasing a official version specifically for Xperia Z1!
Flashtool is on github : FlashTool GitHub repo
[FLASHTOOL GUIDE] HOW TO for n00bies (excellent guide for new users, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! The info for Rooting, Recovery & Bootloader UNlock in that thread is for older Xperia devices...)
i will try n get more links for FlashTool and post it here
Sony also provides an official FlashTool but it can be used only with unlocked bootloader devices

Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking
[Tutorial] Xperia Z Bootloader Unlocking/Relocking
Latest FlashTool 0.9.10.2beta4 onwards can correctly unlock (official way) and relock device... i recommend using the latest FlashTool version to unlock & relock device...
all question regarding bootloader unlocking, relocking should be posted in relevant thread

Rooting
Root guide with 360 root/Vroot

Recovery
this space will be updated once recoveries are posted

Flashing Custom Kernel
CUSTOM KERNELS ARE SPECIFIC TO ROMs...
you cant use stock kernel on CM ROM and you cant use CM kernel on stock ROM....
there are two ways to flash custom kernel
first download the kernel file... if it is a boot.img then use Method 1 (fastboot mode) or if its a update.zip file then use Method 2 (recovery)
Method 1 - fastboot mode
if you get kernel in boot.img format then do the following
reboot device into fastboot mode
then flash the kernel using following command:
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
then reboot from fastboot
Code:
fastboot reboot
thats it now device should start booting that kernel
Method 2 - recovery
if you already have recovery working on your device then do the following
save the update.zip on SDCARD
reboot into recovery
flash the update.zip which contains the kernel
reboot into system
thats it now device should start booting that kernel

Flashing Custom ROMs
Most custom ROMs are provided as update.zip. Its a technical term, basically its a special signed ZIP file which can be flashed via custom recovery.
Download the ZIP file and save it on ur PC
now connect ur device and save the ROMs ZIP file on the SDCARD
disconnect the device (after copying is over)
reboot into recovery
go to install ZIP from sdcard menu and navigate to the folder where you saved the ZIP file
now select it
recovery will start flashing the ROM
after flashing is over just reboot device and you will be on the custom ROM
Tips:
some CUSTOM roms require specific kernels (like CM9) in that case FIRST flash the corresponding kernel and then follow the instuctions posted above
sometimes the ROM requires cleaning /data & /cache partitions. you can wipe these before flashing the ROM! [WARNING YOU WILL LOSE UR DATA BY DOING THIS!]

Hey mare, I don't know if you have seen it but I already made a thread like this here
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app

krabappel2548 said:
Hey mare, I don't know if you have seen it but I already made a thread like this here
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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i am pretty sure the content in this thread would be worth the while

Thanks for that, I'm comming from gs4 and this helps much
Sent from my GT-I9500 using xda app-developers app

DooMLoRD said:
Baseband version: [linked to firmware version]
(Crudely) this is a software interface which communicates with radio -> gsm/wcdma (2g/3g)/LTE, basically acts as a base for the main OS to ‘talk-to’ the hardware on the phone [I know this explanation isn’t precise even partly incorrect.. if someone can help me out I will update it]
This is similar to the "radio" image of the HTC devices.
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Baseband Device manages all the functions which require an antenna. The baseband processor has its own RAM and firmware in NOR flash, separate from the main CPU core resources. The baseband is a resource to the OS. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are managed by the main CPU, although the baseband stores their MAC addresses in its NVRAM. This firmware is called baseband version. It is basically a separate RTOS (Real Time Operating System). Xperia Z1 uses qualcomm processor hence it uses OS called A.M.S.S. and the kernel is called REX
The system is made of 69 concurrent tasks
Contains Tasks for
1) Hardware management (USB, USIM, DSPs, GPS. . . )
2) Protocol stacks at each layer (GSM L1, L2, RR, MM. . . )
Initiation Algorithm
Rex Core Tasks
SLEEP: Idle task.
DPC: Routes APCs across tasks.
MAIN: Launches all system tasks, then handles timer events.
DOG: Watchdog. Constantly checks that tasks are alive.
DS: Data Services task. Unied data gathering task for all protocol layers.
CM: Call Manager task.
PS: Packet-switched Services. Network stacks at upper layers (TCP/IP, PPP. . . )
DIAG: Provides the diagnostic interface

jos_031 said:
Baseband Device manages all the functions which require an antenna. The baseband processor has its own RAM and firmware in NOR flash, separate from the main CPU core resources. The baseband is a resource to the OS. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are managed by the main CPU, although the baseband stores their MAC addresses in its NVRAM. This firmware is called baseband version. It is basically a separate RTOS (Real Time Operating System). Xperia Z1 uses qualcomm processor hence it uses OS called A.M.S.S. and the kernel is called REX
The system is made of 69 concurrent tasks
Contains Tasks for
1) Hardware management (USB, USIM, DSPs, GPS. . . )
2) Protocol stacks at each layer (GSM L1, L2, RR, MM. . . )
Initiation Algorithm
Rex Core Tasks
SLEEP: Idle task.
DPC: Routes APCs across tasks.
MAIN: Launches all system tasks, then handles timer events.
DOG: Watchdog. Constantly checks that tasks are alive.
DS: Data Services task. Unied data gathering task for all protocol layers.
CM: Call Manager task.
PS: Packet-switched Services. Network stacks at upper layers (TCP/IP, PPP. . . )
DIAG: Provides the diagnostic interface
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dude this is ment to be for basic understanding
the explanation u gave, half of it went over my head

Thanks. This is a pretty nice guide. Btw I noticed an error, I know it's not a big deal but just to inform you, sony officially launched this phone not with "4.1.2" but 4.2.2. Please edit the first post.
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using xda premium

Thanks !
Very useful !

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dw1llow said:
This thread/developer seems slow; and doesn't even understand that guy's diagram and technical explanations....
Rooting guide already available @ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328 Maybe should make that thread sticky rather than this one.
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Doomlord is a good developer, he is a legend. has seen his work from xperia X10 days, krabappel2548 is also a good developer. seeing 2 great developers.

shubh_007 said:
Thanks. This is a pretty nice guide. Btw I noticed an error, I know it's not a big deal but just to inform you, sony officially launched this phone not with "4.1.2" but 4.2.2. Please edit the first post.
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using xda premium
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thanks.. fixed...
dw1llow said:
This thread/developer seems slow; and doesn't even understand that guy's diagram and technical explanations....
Rooting guide already available @ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328 Maybe should make that thread sticky rather than this one.
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yes i am bit slow as i have my MBA studies going on and 4 other devices (check sig) in active development, each having a bunch of threads and working on rooting toolkits, recoveries, kernels and now starting off with ROM related work takes a good amount of my time...
unfortunately i do not have an extensive technical knowledge to understand the complete diagram posted by him..
Root guides will keep changing if the exploit gets patched, trust me i know that... i have been creating rooting guides/building my own rooting toolkits and working on own exploits for quite some time now, right from the Xperia X10 days (2011)...
anyways updating link to that guide...

Please no hate on this thread or any other, this thread's sole purpose is to help. No rooting method is permanent, atleast on Xperia. And Doomlord? Guys you should know him first, he's been sharing his knowledge extensively. Let's just focus on development shall we?

Thanks for this.
I have never ever owned a Xperia device. Will be getting the monster Z1 this week...so excited...

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Hi guys, I am tired of seeing a lot of the same threads in the P6 forum, so here I bring a All-in-one index thread!
This thread serves as:
[ Post 1 ] An Index thread for all the ROMS / Recoveries / Kernels / Mods ( On XDA )
[ Post 2 ] A thread for everything that doesn't come from XDA ( Like posts on Club Huawei )
[ Post 3 ] Look who's popular!
If you want your work / findings featured here, post it in this thread and mention me. ( @PulseDroid )
By posting something here, I DO NOT say I have tested it and it works, I am just sharing information I / Others found for the P6.
Note:- Some of the content in this thread has been translated via Google, thus it might not make sense.
Thanks!​​
CLICK HERE BEFORE FLASHING ANYTHING​
ROMS​
On XDA
Source Compiled
[DEV][WIP][ CyanogenMod 11 - Android KitKat ]
[ROM][4.4.2][ Omni ROM | Ascend P6 | Stable ][Update 26/03/2014]
[ROM][ PAC-Man | JB 4.2 | Only for B118 (CN) Firmware]
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][ CyanogenMod 10.1 - based on B118(cn) ][Update 08/01/2014]
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][ROM[UNOFFICIAL][CyanogenMod 10.1 | P6-U06 & HAM][08/01/2014]
Ports / Roms based on others.
[DEV-ONLY][WIP] MIUI V6 4.4.01 [Pre- Alpha]
[ROM][Updated] Unicom Modified B506 V1.1 by KangVIP
[ROM] KK B014 [MODIFIED] By Reyncla with EMUi 2.3
[ROM] KK B506 [MODIFIED] by Reyncla
►[ROM][OMNI KK][P6-U06][▲HYD52ROM▼][SUPERFAST ▌▌Stable][V3 26-03-14]◄
[ROM][KK][P6-U06][ HYD52ROM V7] [SUPERFAST & Stable][V4 3-02-14]
[ROM][KK][P6-U06]LightningKat RC02.1 16-02-14 Stable & Fast version
[ROM][4.2.2] CleanRom V02 [25/01/2013]
[ROM][4.2.2] BlueAndroid V02 - Blue Theme Concept [UPDATE 26/09/2013]
[ROM]P6 Unicom Huawei ROM Lite _ beautify + utility functions _KangVIP
[ROM][4.2.2][BAIDU]Huawei P6-U06 Baidu ROM Amazingly Fast And Smooth [Updated To V38]
[ROM] Huawei P6 MIUI V5 JB 4.2.2 Release [Update 3.11.22]
[ROM] [P6] Huawei P6 Full Customize Rom SP2 [Updated 7-11-13]
[ROM][JB4.2.2][P6-U06][ HYD52ROM V4] [Superfast,Stable][V4 23-01-14][B118CN-B125]
<Rom>Ascend P6 S4 ui 4.2.2
On other forums
LeWa OS5 - On anzhi forums.
FlymeOS - On Romjd.
RECOVERIES​
[RECOVERY][ Open Recovery TWRP 2.7.0.0 | Only For KitKat ]
[RECOVERY][ TWRP Recovery 2.6.3.3 | ONLY For Android JB ] [Update 18/02/2014]
[RECOVERY][ TWRP Recovery 2.6.3.7 | ONLY For Android KitKat [Update 01/03/2014]
[RECOVERY] ClockworkMod Touch Recovery BL v6.0.3.6 English Version [16/09/2013]
[RECOVERY-TEST] CWM Recovery v6.0.3.7 [Update 29/09/2013]
KERNELS​
[KERNEL] - "Sneaky" - HA P6 Custom Kernel - Beta1 - [Jan 22]
[KERNEL][WIP][ P6 Green Kernel v01 | ONLY For Unlocked Firmware ][Updatre 26/01/2014]
[Kernel][Source]P6-U06 JellyBean Kernel-3.0.8 - China Version
[Kernel][Source][KERNEL] Andorid Kernel 3.0.8 Pre-Alpha
STOCK ROMS​
International - > P6-U06
B107
B111
B112 ( Optimized for Western Europe )
B114
B118
B119
B122 Beta
B125|Mirror
B132
China - > P6-U00
B112
B115
B116
B117
B118 ( Uncrypted Bootloader! - Works for some on International but there's a chance of bricking. )
B120 ( Uncrypted Bootloader! - Works for some on International but there's a chance of bricking. )
Betas
Android 4.4 KitKat Beta
MODS​
[DEV]ART Enabler - Kitkat B506 // This is insane speed!
[Theme/Mod] AOSP Notifications [Stock ROM][17/01/14]
[APPS]Xposed Framework for Huawei EmotionUI[2.3.1]
Hide Navigation Bar
SCRIPTS​
Control your Ascend P6 through Init.d
Themes​
New Minimal theme for huawei p6
iOS theme for EMUI 2.0
50 Themes + [DOWNLOAD]
[Theme]blvk v3
ColorParty Theme by ModderHROM (Update 24.01.2014)
iOS 7 Theme by ModderHROM
[Theme] - Pure Refix - by Ross.
TOOLS​
TWRP CMD Installer for P6 [All in One] V1.1.3
[TOOL] Huawei Update Extractor [UPDATED: v0.9.7.9]
HOW DO I...?​
Get stock ROM:
Make sure you have stock Recovery not TWRP.
Place your stock version on your SDCard in 'dload' folder, make sure it's named UPDATE.APP
Turn off your device
Press and hold Volume - and +
Press Power but still hold Volume - and +
It will now install stock, and also reboot.
Get TWRP Recovery:
First you need to be on this version of stock rom: B118 China ( Has the posibility of bricking your device, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. )
Then visit this thread and give thanks @surdu_petru
Download TWRP_R03.zip
Turn USB Debugging on -> Settings -> About phone -> Constantly tap on 'Build Number' and a message shall say " You are now a Developer" -> Back to settings -> Developer Options -> Tick USB Debugging on.
Put your device in fast boot mode via ADB ( > adb reboot bootloader )
Extract "recovery_twrp.img" from the archive "TWRP_R03"
Flash the recovery via fastboot ( fastboot flash recovery recovery_twrp.img )
Reboot via fastboot ( fastboot reboot )
Done!
Get Stock Recovery:
So you installed TWRP and want to go back to stock ROM, see here:
Download Stock_Recovery_B118.zip
Put your device in fastboot mode ( > adb reboot bootloader )
Flash recovery via fastboot ( fastboot flash recovery recovery.img )
Reboot via fastboot ( fastboot reboot )
Unlock my bootloader:
Make sure you have a working adb connection to the PC
Boot to fastboot/bootloader either via the command adb reboot bootloader or by restarting the phone and holding down vol down+power for about 10 seconds.
Send this command to the phone via adb:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
Root my Device
​​​

OTHER FORUMS​
NEWS​
Huawei Ascend P6 gets Android 4.4 KitKat in January:
Huawei Ascend P6 was announced and released in June with Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean in charge of operations. Due to its incredibly slim profile and older generation quad-core processor, it was plagued with over-heating issues. We are not sure if those were resolved by Huawei, but if not, now is a good time for the company to make some optimizations and improvements.
The Huawei Ascend P6 was just officially confirmed to get the Android 4.4 KitKat treatment. The Chinese have taken it to Baidu to announce that the super slim smartphone will be getting the latest major Android release in January. Alongside it will come the new version of the company's proprietary Emotion UI.
Huawei is among the first to announce its KitKat upgrade plans, but is surely not the only one to skip Android 4.3 and move straight to the new KitKat version.
Android 4.4 KitKat was announced on the last day of October. It brings Project Svelte UI optimizations, bigger UI icons, removes the widgets from the app drawer, new Hangouts SMS/MMS/Gtalks unified hub, new Email app, new Phone app with nearby search and more. It even lowers the hardware requirements for the Android OS.
And the Ascend P6 owners will be able to enjoy all of these new features in just two months.​
MODS​
GPU Locking:
The Chinese forums got topics on GPU locking and supposedly helping in better game performance.
[ Practical Guide ] the cpu and GPU locked! Daily fluid and energy saving
The cpu and GPU locked in a certain frequency power can be achieved not so serious and be fluent game approach.
The first machine to ROOT then RE Manager to set inside the file!
1 Open the SYS-Devices-system-CPU-cpu0-cpufreq-cpuinfo_block_freq , use a text editor to open, modify the value of 600,000 or 800,000 or 700,000 can which is locked cpu frequency, save and exit after completion of editing,
2 Locate scaling_cpu_lock_nun , a method using phase inside the 0 changed to 4 . It is locked cpu cores. Save and exit editing can! In power management policy settings in a super-power standby.
GPU in accordance with slim post to unlock ! But I set 480000 360000.
Heat is also not so great to play the game is very smooth! Power consumption is not serious enough for everyday use heat is also better!
I charge 100% after setting the screen brightness is not open to the minimum WIFI playing whitewater boats two effects 30 minutes of high power consumption 23% is power! But look at the beep beep miles 720 miles to see 24 minutes of animation power at about 7%! Several times hovering at about 7%.
After rebooting modify things will revert to re-edit
[ Practical Guide ] [share] Xiaoya P6 Unlock CPU / GPU new program, just run the script every boot to unlock
Note: The program closed due Huawei init.d folder automatically lead to unbootable, you must pass the manual method!
I do not engage in Andrews, Andrews I brother is out, I get bored girl to fart. Principle:
Since Android is a Linux-based bottom, I put on a program with the centos pull over with a ~
after script execution: Get SU permissions → Read stored in data files in the partition → Replace the file from the kernel to mount the The CPU / GPU frequency profile
Operation process:
STEP1: ROOT your fart girl a
STEP2: Install terminal emulator and RE File Manager
STEP3: RE Manager ROOT permissions to enter / data, create two folders (folder named GPU0 and GPU1)
STEP4: The following two files are copied into GPU0, indispensable!
Click to download the first file
http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=500461334&uk=3020472444]click to download the second file[/URL]
STEP5: The following two files are copied into the GPU1, indispensable!
Click to download the first file
click to download the second file
STEP6: The following two files are copied to the data folder
Click to download the first file
click to download the second file
When you need to unlock, please click on the RE Manager UNLOCK.SH, then perform; when you need to re-lock, restart your phone or click LOCK.SH, and then executed. Note: Current CPU locked in 450000, GPU locked in 480000 as Xiangnong lows (you can get low power), you can modify / data/GPU1 the two files​
THEMES​
Here's quite a lot thanks mostly to @warea
Remember a majority if not all the themes located on vmall's website automatically append the .txt extension. Just rename the extension to .hwt and copy to your themes dir located on internal or external sd card. The themes app should automatically scan those directories and import on opening.
Theme downloads by warea #1
Theme downloads by warea #2
Theme downloads by warea #3
LEAKS​
Huawei Emotion UI 2.0 - Beta apps leaked - Dec 31st HuaweiNews
Pictures of P6 hardware disassembled:
P6 hidden surprise to be unveiled on December 16:
There is one post on weibo by an senior individual of Huawei, about some hidden surprise for P6. This hidden stuff would be revealed on December 16 (during which event they would also unveil the new Honor phones, and the brand "Honor" supposedly going to be developed as independent brand from the Huawei phones)
"You know, you do not know, and you will soon know, are hidden in this box. What do you think come to you? @ Yu Chengdong"
While Others say: You get that different colored border as well as accessories "Bluetooth headsets, mobile power, leather protective sleeve, dedicated headphone cable, refined become a "box"".
​
Leaked internal document confirms Huawei P7 specs:
According to a leaked internal document sent to us by an anonymous tipster, Huawei is working on an Ascend P7 smartphone that's currently going under the codename "Sophia".
The Huawei Ascend P7 is going to be a major update over the Ascend P6 and will feature a 1080p 5.0" TFT LCD display. Under the hood of the phone, Huawei is betting on the HiSilicon Balong 910 chipset with a quad-core 1.6GHz CPU, 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. Happily, it's expandable thanks to the microSD card slot.
As you can see the document states that the phone will be made of "exquisite materials" and as our tipster points out, the phone looks very similar to its predecessor. We won't be surprised if Huawei bets on metal for the chassis once again. Another unique selling point of the Ascend P7 would be the ability to take the "best selfie videos" as Huawei puts it.
The company aims to achieve this thanks to the front-facing 8MP camera. At the back, there's going to be a 13MP auto-focus snapper with LED flash. The smartphone will be powered by a 2460mAh battery. The Huawei Ascend P7 will be LTE-enabled with support for Cat 4 at the 800/1800/2100/2600 bands.
The phone runs an unspecified version of Android garnished with the company's own EmotionUI 2.0, which isn't that surprising.
If the document is to be trusted, Huawei plans to release the Ascend in April next year. Pricing is yet to be detailed.
​
OTHERS​
Comparison between gaming on Honor 3x (8 core mediatek) and Mate 2 (quad core kirin 910)
Vote for Club Huawei avatar
Huawei Survey: Configuration for your next phone
Driver for HiSilicon K3 series
Official Survey on Huawei Smartphone Email APK
​
​

Look who's popular​
It's not possible to create cute pie charts without data, PLEASE VOTE!
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Great idea !
Hi!
Would not be bad if you could include official versions (International and Chinese) !
Anyway you had a great idea, this thread must be sticky - thank you very much ! :good:
Edit :
Is already Sticky - sorry I apologize ....

surdu_petru said:
Hi!
Would not be bad if you could include official versions (International and Chinese) !
Anyway you had a great idea, this thread must be sticky - thank you very much ! :good:
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Busy getting all the versions! - I wan't to download, then upload them myself so that I know they aren't going anywhere.
WHOOP - Sticky!

have anyone contact to forum moderator?
seems that Original Android Development subforum for P6 need to be clean from unrelated original development thread
それはTapatalkを用いて自分のHTC Butterfly Jから送られてきた

AshRoller said:
have anyone contact to forum moderator?
seems that Original Android Development subforum for P6 need to be clean from unrelated original development thread
それはTapatalkを用いて自分のHTC Butterfly Jから送られてきた
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Also Android Development must be clean !

surdu_petru said:
Also Android Development must be clean !
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That's going to be a really big job!
I've got an idea: PM me links to all the thread you guys think need to be moved ( and to where ) and deleted and I will pass it on to a mod.

In my opinion, they should do it like they did in the Razr i Forum > Only one Development Section instead of Original / Android Development. There isn't that much Development on the P6, so why split it? User get confused and Devs have to carefully choose, where they have to post their Work.
Gesendet von meinem HUAWEI P6-U06 mit Tapatalk

PulseDroid said:
That's going to be a really big job!
I've got an idea: PM me links to all the thread you guys think need to be moved ( and to where ) and deleted and I will pass it on to a mod.
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HSD-Pilot said:
In my opinion, they should do it like they did in the Razr i Forum > Only one Development Section instead of Original / Android Development. There isn't that much Development on the P6, so why split it? User get confused and Devs have to carefully choose, where they have to post their Work.
Gesendet von meinem HUAWEI P6-U06 mit Tapatalk
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@HSD-Pilot idea is also good, but still need to clean the development subforum from unrelated topic to development.
それはTapatalkを用いて自分のHTC Butterfly Jから送られてきた

HSD-Pilot said:
In my opinion, they should do it like they did in the Razr i Forum > Only one Development Section instead of Original / Android Development. There isn't that much Development on the P6, so why split it? User get confused and Devs have to carefully choose, where they have to post their Work.
Gesendet von meinem HUAWEI P6-U06 mit Tapatalk
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I disagree - We now have an unlocked bootloader, we are working on CM, once we get that, PAC, PA and all the others will easily come. They all go in original ( Since they are source compiled )
Then, less advanced users can kick in, making roms based on CM and so, those then go into Android Dev ( Since they are based on other Roms )

P6 hidden surprise was unveiled today. Its not really a full color change. You get a rose gold border change.
Its seem to be a December 16 exclusive offer see: http://www.vmall.com/product/804.html
You get that different colored border as well as accessories "Bluetooth headsets, mobile power, leather protective sleeve, dedicated headphone cable, refined become a "box"".
Edit: hands on pictures: http://weibo.com/3030737153/An7PABkJw?mod=weibotime
http://weibo.com/3030737153/An8H1EIGL?mod=weibotime

warea said:
P6 hidden surprise was unveiled today. Its not really a full color change. You get a rose gold border change.
Its seem to be a December 16 exclusive offer see: http://www.vmall.com/product/804.html
You get that different colored border as well as accessories "Bluetooth headsets, mobile power, leather protective sleeve, dedicated headphone cable, refined become a "box"".
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Thanks!

Added links to stock ROMS.
@tauio111 Thanks for B118 Unlocked!

PulseDroid said:
Added links to stock ROMS.
@tauio111 Thanks for B118 Unlocked!
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You should add that there is a risk of bricking the device when updating to the B118 CN.
I wonder why it does that. Maybe downgrade to B111 first and then try B118. Can anyone confirm that the straight update from B122 beta to B118 CN causes this?
Also, theres a typo in the OP under the international stock roms. The latter B112 should be B122 Beta.

tauio111 said:
You should add that there is a risk of bricking the device when updating to the B118 CN.
I wonder why it does that. Maybe downgrade to B111 first and then try B118. Can anyone confirm that the straight update from B122 beta to B118 CN causes this?
Also, theres a typo in the OP under the international stock roms. The latter B112 should be B122 Beta.
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I know that I bricked mine after going from B122 to B118 CN, now I am afraid to try any CN firmware update. I just picked the new replaced device today.

tauio111 said:
You should add that there is a risk of bricking the device when updating to the B118 CN.
I wonder why it does that. Maybe downgrade to B111 first and then try B118. Can anyone confirm that the straight update from B122 beta to B118 CN causes this?
Also, theres a typo in the OP under the international stock roms. The latter B112 should be B122 Beta.
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goce.nakov said:
I know that I bricked mine after going from B122 to B118 CN, now I am afraid to try any CN firmware update. I just picked the new replaced device today.
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Nope, I was on B122, and went to B118 CN with no hassles. - I'll add it to the OP, and fix typos.

Not just B118, even B117 has a chance of bricking, as users had bricked their device with B117 too. It could be a hit and miss and no reason found yet. What needs to seen is if anyone had bricked their device when moving from official version B111 (rather than leaked version) to B118. If no one bricked their device that way, then it could be a safer way.
---------- Post added at 08:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:13 PM ----------
There needs to be a tutorial section too for questions like how to install stock firmware, how to install themes, how to optimize battery, etc as these questions keep coming up all the time.

warea said:
Not just B118, even B117 has a chance of bricking, as users had bricked their device with B117 too. It could be a hit and miss and no reason found yet. What needs to seen is if anyone had bricked their device when moving from official version B111 (rather than leaked version) to B118. If no one bricked their device that way, then it could be a safer way.
---------- Post added at 08:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:13 PM ----------
There needs to be a tutorial section too for questions like how to install stock firmware, how to install themes, how to optimize battery, etc as these questions keep coming up all the time.
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Hi!
Yes you are right, but I think you can make a nice thread for all including your request ! Why do not you try ? There are many users who just have bought the device, and do not know how to start !
I'm busy, I have not time for this, but I'd like to see ....
Good luck !

@warea
Yes the rest also has bricking potential but it seems to me like 118 is an attraction since it has a unlocked bootloader.. For the rest they wouldn't install CN anyway.
I will be adding tutorials soon!

[CFW][KK4.4] GomdoLight KitKat Custom Firmware Environment (System Enhancement Pack)

Hi all,
Today, I proudly present GomdoLight KitKat for KOREAN LG G / G2 / G3 / G3A / G3cat6 / Gflex / GK / Gpro / Gpro2 / LTE3 / Vu2 / Vu3 / Gpad7LTE, one of the most widely used (with 20,000+ users approximately) stock-based custom firmware in South Korea.
GomdoLight is more than 3 year old already (first version released on 19th December 2012), and is very mature.
Technically speaking GomdoLight is NOT a complete ROM, but rather a large-scale patch, which modifies official stock firmware to remove all the unnecessary components preloaded by operator/manufacturer, and reorganizes key system parts to 'basic' Android OS with manufacturer's flavor. For some devices GomdoLight's own specialized tool 'GomdoLight Sideloader' can make it possible to install GomdoLight directly over the stock firmware, even without rooting or flashing custom recovery!
GomdoLight is compatible with the following devices (BOLD indicates GomdoLight Sideloader support - no root required)
LG Optimus G: LG-F180S, LG-F180K, LG-F180L ("G")
LG G2: LG-F320S, LG-F320K, LG-F320L ("G2")
LG G3: LG-F400S, LG-F400K, LG-F400L ("G3")
LG G3A: LG-F410S ("G3A")
LG G3 Cat.6: LG-F460S, LG-F460K, LG-F460L ("G3")
LG G Flex: LG-F340S, LG-F340K, LG-F340L ("Gflex")
LG GK: LG-F220K ("GK")
LG G Pro: LG-F240S, LG-F240K, LG-F240L ("Gpro")
LG G Pro 2: LG-F350S, LG-F350K, LG-F350L ("Gpro2")
LG Gx: LG-F310L, LG-F310LR ("Gx")
LG Optimus LTE3: LG-F260S ("LTE3")
LG Optimus Vu2: LG-F200S, LG-F200K, LG-F200L ("Vu2")
LG Vu 3: LG-F300S, LG-F300K, LG-F300L ("Vu3")
LG G Pad 7.0 LTE: LG-V410 ("Gpad7LTE")
A very thorough and extensive (probably, the most extensive on entire xda) manual is provided at the download page, which contains literally everything you need to know to install GomdoLight. FAILURE TO READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE INSTALLING WILL ALWAYS LEAD TO VARIOUS UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. Needless to say, I WILL NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS ALREADY ADDRESSED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
Due to xda forum's limits (in functionality) I am posting a link to the separate (external) DOWNLOAD PAGE. There is no way I can link to each section in the document in xda posts, since xda does not support HTML tag. However some portions of the document are also introduced here.
▶ GomdoLight Download / Manual Page
GomdoLight TUTORIALS:
Want to read the built-in user manual again?
Need help using GomdoLight Flag functions?
Installing an EasyMod package? (Sorry the tutorial is in Korean, but screenshots will help)
XDA:DevDB Information
GomdoLight KitKat, ROM for various LGE devices
Contributors
juniecho
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
ROM Firmware Required: STOCK FIRMWARE (Firmware compatibility table available)
Based On: STOCK FIRMWARE
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 4.0
Created 2015-02-26
Last Updated 2015-12-31

CHANGELOG for older versions
Version History:
2015. 12. 31. - Wave 4, initial release
UPDATE LEVEL: MAJOR / IMPORTANCE: VERY HIGH
CHANGELOG:
Oh god, have I abandoned this thread this long? So many changes, sorry, I can't list them all.
A lot of things are now even better than ever. Trust me.
[#GLKITKATCOMMONUPDATE]

EMERGENCY NOTICE, etc.
Nothing for now.
* For those who have waited for a long time, sorry for being late, and thank you very much.

Still no e975 support.

PrettyJAE.swag said:
Still no e975 support.
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choose f180k. if status bar is proved compatible everything will be good.
gomdolight kitkat is more script-oriented, so not many apks are replaced from the stock firmware. so there is a quite high possibility that it will be compatible with many variants.
however, you may need to 'debloat' the stock firmware by yourself, since i do not know what bloatwares are preloaded in non-korean stock firmware.

UPDATE - Wave 2, revision 3
UPDATE LEVEL: MEDIUM / IMPORTANCE: HIGH
UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS:
One-touch upgrade via 'Upgrade/Repair' option
CHANGELOG:
Improved GomdoLight Engine scripts
Faster boot time, reduced processor load during boot
Improved GomdoLight operational status notifications
Slightly improved battery efficiency
'Update Center' components updated

2015. 4. 11. - Wave 2, Revision 5
UPDATE LEVEL: MEDIUM / IMPORTANCE: HIGH
UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS:
IMPORTANT: Uninstall SuperSU app before upgrading. (However, do not perform 'full unroot') When you're done uninstalling SuperSU, do NOT reboot, and upgrade GomdoLight right away.
One-touch upgrade via 'Upgrade/Repair' option
CHANGELOG:
Improved GomdoLight Engine
Slightly faster system preparation
Update suggestion for GomdoLight Notification Provider (if available)
Bugs fixed

@juniecho thanks for your contribution, i have F300K branding is Olleh, now it is in recovery mode i have downloaded 2 file f20l.kdz and f20f.kdz but all stop at 50% or 54% when flashing, does F300K need to be flashed by its own specific branding? do you have links to these F300K Olleh firmware? (to flash before going to Gomdolight)
i would like to try using this Gomdolight ROM

touji said:
@juniecho thanks for your contribution, i have F300K branding is Olleh, now it is in recovery mode i have downloaded 2 file f20l.kdz and f20f.kdz but all stop at 50% or 54% when flashing, does F300K need to be flashed by its own specific branding? do you have links to these F300K Olleh firmware? (to flash before going to Gomdolight)
i would like to try using this Gomdolight ROM
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sorry for late reply. by f300k you mean vu3. in the manual http://gomdolight.com/?page_id=518 you can find the 'firmware compatibility table' at 4-2.1. when you look at the table you will find download links for 20F stock kdz, which is proven safe. f300k can be flashed via lg flash tool 2014 (without specific branding or utility, etc.), and since the kdz file i provide is not a CSE-type kdz, you can just flash it with 'normal flash' mode. (by contrast, CSE-type kdzs should be flashed with 'CSE flash' option, and if you choose 'CSE flash' mode it will force a factory reset upon flashing)
sumup: 1) download the kdz file from the firmware compatibility table in the manual, 2) flash it with 'lg flash tool 2014' with normal flash mode.

did that already but stops at 40 or 50% when flashing, downloading the kdz file with IDM is not a problem? but i think when preparing the kdz file if any error occur, the LG flashtool should have notice it right?

touji said:
did that already but stops at 40 or 50% when flashing, downloading the kdz file with IDM is not a problem? but i think when preparing the kdz file if any error occur, the LG flashtool should have notice it right?
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not sure. but for the f300k20f kdz,
CRC32: C766C041
MD5: 0D090EE1200812E11D2B87D2A5376C6B
SHA-1: 8F1CBAA6B1ACAAEB0D18E719B2240EAE5EBECE61
check before flashing.

UPDATE - Wave 2, revision 9
UPDATE LEVEL: MAJOR / IMPORTANCE: CRITICAL
UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS:
Use the clear.root flag to unroot before upgrading if you're rooted (IMPORTANT)
You can always re-root using the enable.root flag (SEE http://gomdolight.flags.usage.gomdoli.us for details)
You do not need to revert to stock, but choose the 'FRESH INSTALLATION' option at the Installer's main menu even though you're actually upgrading. (You will go through the reconfiguration process)
CHANGELOG:
Greatly improved GomdoLight Engine scripts
Added support for a new flag: reboot.recovery - reboots into recovery environment (automatically into 2nd-init recovery if installed)
Added support for a new flag: auto.install.xposed.framework - automatically schedule installation of Xposed framework when the Xposed Installer app is installed but the Xposed Framework is not.
Improved stability and battery efficiency
Automatically restores GomdoLight Engine functionality when GomdoLight Engine can't be initialized
Removed IM+ from the Update Center
Added 'LG Tag+', and 'Privilege Terminal' to the Update Center
'Update Center' components updated
(G2, Gpro, Vu3, Gflex) Now the clock/date indicator shown when the status bar is expanded will NOT do anything if you click on it, instead of taking you to the Date/Time Settings screen.
(G2, Gpro2, G3, G3A, G3cat6, Gflex) Now you can choose between stock navbar thickness and reduced (by about 25%) navbar thickness
(Gpro2, G3, G3cat6, Gflex) Better DualWindow (SplitWindow) app support
(G3, G3A, G3cat6) Improved QuickRemote (Q Remote), now you can control some air conditioners and audio systems.

juniecho said:
not sure. but for the f300k20f kdz,
CRC32: C766C041
MD5: 0D090EE1200812E11D2B87D2A5376C6B
SHA-1: 8F1CBAA6B1ACAAEB0D18E719B2240EAE5EBECE61
check before flashing.
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i tried flash multiple time with errors but finally after about 20 times it gets to 100% and the phone was back in normal state again, thanks for your reply

The download link is dead?

allthedogs said:
The download link is dead?
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sorry for late reply. it has moved, but i forgot here
please go to www.gomdolight.com

UPDATE - Wave 4, initial release
UPDATE LEVEL: MAJOR / IMPORTANCE: CRITICAL
UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS:
Revert to stock firmware first, then perform a fresh install
CHANGELOG:
Too many improvements to list here.
Tons of bugfixes.

Is it support G international version ?

paul_zm said:
Is it support G international version ?
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no, but it might be compatible with your device. To maximize the chance select 'Do not overwrite the status bar' when you're asked to select the Battery Percentage Indicator type.

Wanted to thank you for the hard work
Using a LG vu3- K and this was a savior for me - Wanted to know if possible to update the ROM and retrain the firmware? or if there are compatible rom's ? KK 4.2 is still great but newer architecture would be nice