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[RECOVERY] Flashable ZIP-TWRP 2.8.1.0 - LG G Pro: E980, E988, F240LSK

First of all I must say that I take no credit for this recovery whatsoever.
It is a modified TWRP v2.8.1.0 that is posted by @hoangnova over at lgviet.com - Link:http://lgviet.com/forum/threads/lg-g-pro-f240lsk-e988-e980-twrp-recovery-2-8-1-0.33587/
We are now in the early developmental stages of Android L and the last version of TWRP that I could locate here at XDA for the E980 was v2.6xx. I feel that we have a need for the latest version of this recovery now that we are transitioning over to Lollipop. With that said, the following is copied straight from his post over at that site.
TWRP Recovery SELinux support only for the rom install or extract img style set_metadata.
- Works well on all the GPRO and GK: E988, E980, and F220K F240LSK.
- Full SELinux support: That means you have can flash the rom CM 4.4, 5.0 or higher (set_metadata).
- USB-OTG Support
- Support for MTP - can copy the data directly to your phone when you are in Recovery
- Support screenshot of Recovery [hold Power + volume controls]
- Supports backup IMEI (EFS)
- Support Hard reset using hardware keys: Hold the Volume Down + Home and resources.
- Can operate on both 4.1.2 and 4.4.2 (even 5.0)
Installation: The first download listed is a flashable ZIP file that can be flashed through whatever recovery you have installed now. Not recommended if your are running a stock based ROM as it causes a "boot certification error" after flashing. Only use the flashable .zip file if you are already running a custom ROM based on CM source.
For those of you that are running a stock based ROM, please use Flashify to flash any of the three .IMG files that are listed below. Descriptions are in the download links.
Note: If you are running a custom ROM that is based on CM source, yet want to use one of the themed versions below, it is safe to use Flashify to install any of the recovery .IMG files below to your device.
All devs, please feel free to use this as a building block to obtain a reliable TWRP 2.8.1.0 recovery for our E980 device.
UPDATE 12/24/2014: Attachment downloads have been removed and all links are now directed to my 4Shared storage. The account has a 3GB per day / 30GB per month limit so I am hoping that it will be satisfactory for our download needs. If anyone would like to set up a mirror, please feel free to do so and PM me with links that I can add to this post.
UPDATE 12/24/2014 - Part 2: This version of TWRP for our G Pro devices now supports SD card in recovery mode!
Many thanks to @soralz , @culot and @hoangnova for delving into the code and providing us with this excellent recovery for our G Pro devices!
All of the above is assuming that your device has already been rooted and a custom recovery installed via the FreeGee method first. Do not flash anything posted in this thread before obtaining root and installing a custom recovery first!
Download Links:
TWRP 2.8.1.0 Unofficial - Flashable Zip -> DOWNLOAD
TWRP 2.8.1.0 Unofficial - .IMG File for Flashify - Stock TWRP Theme -> DOWNLOAD
TWRP 2.8.1.0 Unofficial - .IMG File for Flashify - Play Themed ->DOWNLOAD
TWRP 2.8.1.0 Unofficial - .IMG File for Flashify - Altered Splash Screen -> DOWNLOAD
@soralz Google Drive Mirror - All Versions, IMG and ZIP -> DOWNLOAD
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Happy flashing but flash at your own risk. I assume no responsibility for any damages incurred by doing so. - HTR
Now, some legal mumbo jumbo:
This recovery is provided "AS IS" and without warranty or support of any kind and I expressly disclaim all other warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Under no circumstances shall I be liable for any incidental, special or consequential damages that result from the use of, or inability to use this recovery.
- Unless otherwise stated, the recovery image that is made available in the original post of this thread is distributed as "freeware". You may freely use and modify this recovery without restriction, whether it be for personal use or distribution to others.
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hitekredneck said:
First of all I must say that I take no credit for this recovery whatsoever.
It is a modified TWRP v2.8.1.0 that is posted by @hoangnova over at lgviet.com - Link:http://lgviet.com/forum/threads/lg-g-pro-f240lsk-e988-e980-twrp-recovery-2-8-1-0.33587/
We are now in the early developmental stages of Android L and the last version of TWRP that I could locate here at XDA for the E980 was v2.6xx. I feel that we have a need for the latest version of this recovery now that we are transitioning over to Lollipop. With that said, the following is copied straight from his post over at that site.
TWRP Recovery SELinux support only for the rom install or extract img style set_metadata.
- Works well on all the GPRO and GK: E988, E980, and F220K F240LSK.
- Full SELinux support: That means you have can flash the rom CM 4.4, 5.0 or higher (set_metadata).
- USB-OTG Support
- Support for MTP - can copy the data directly to your phone when you are in Recovery
- Support screenshot of Recovery [hold Power + volume controls]
- Supports backup IMEI (EFS)
- Support Hard reset using hardware keys: Hold the Volume Down + Home and resources.
- Can operate on both 4.1.2 and 4.4.2 (even 5.0)
Installation: This is a flashable ZIP file that can be flashed through whatever recovery you have installed now.
Happy flashing - HTR
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Awesome! Thanks!
Just wondering... I was using it for a while and does work great. Then, tried to get cyan delta up and running with it today. It seemed to give an error. I then tried it with philz and worked fine.
Is anyone using the two together and experiencing it, or just me?

@hoangnova - Can you shed some light as to why flashing BlissPop v1.1 with this recovery would fail?
By the way, thank you for a recovery that might possibly be modified to work with our device! It seems that it just needs a few bugs ironed out to be fully functional with the E980 for AT&T.

Thanks
hitekredneck said:
First of all I must say that I take no credit for this recovery whatsoever.
It is a modified TWRP v2.8.1.0 that is posted by @hoangnova over at lgviet.com - Link:http://lgviet.com/forum/threads/lg-g-pro-f240lsk-e988-e980-twrp-recovery-2-8-1-0.33587/
Great find cant wait to get into it and see what is possible.
One thing obviously loki support is set up with this recovery right?
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Do you know if the source is over on git Im gonna look for it in a bit just wondering if anyone has found it?
Im hoping the sources are not so far off as I had came up with a fix for the 2.6.3.3 FreeGee TWRP as it had the same problem wondering if it will be a patch or full blown rewrite.....Anyways I am slow on dev work 3 kids wife and I am a newb but I am or will be working on it.

Fant0m3 said:
Do you know if the source is over on git Im gonna look for it in a bit just wondering if anyone has found it?
Im hoping the sources are not so far off as I had came up with a fix for the 2.6.3.3 FreeGee TWRP as it had the same problem wondering if it will be a patch or full blown rewrite.....Anyways I am slow on dev work 3 kids wife and I am a newb but I am or will be working on it.
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@hoangnova may possibly be able to provide source. Not sure how often he checks in here though. I think that the more we could get working on this, the better our chances would be.

Yup agreed
I agree but I'm pretty slow at this developer stuff as I've taught myself everything and you know wife and kids and all that BS kind and limit my ability and availabilityI'll eventually find a solution it just may not be in a timely fashion

Modified TWRP 2.8.1.0 to E980
Hi guys, I am using the TWRP a while ago and realise this TWRP almost can't flash any ROM on it for ex. CM11 Nightlies. So I made some modifications to this recovery using simple Android Kitchen. By editing it's default.prop. This recovery is simply taken from f310lr (which preventing us from flashing other ROM because it's a LG GX!) more info.
Summary of changes can refer attachments below.
Working:
Everything, except can't mount External SD Card, now you can flash like a boss.
Download
Flashable zip, with the modified recovery and another one is simply the *.img file. Flash with Flashify or similar app.
Extra, TWRP Materialised theme.
It has been modded to fit my taste for welcoming Lollipop, if you want the TWRP theme simply place it to /sdcard/TWRP/theme/ui.zip.

Hopefully we can get the latest version of twrp going. From the change log it looks like the latest has fuller 5.0 features.

soralz said:
Hi guys, I am using the TWRP a while ago and realise this TWRP almost can't flash any ROM on it for ex. CM11 Nightlies. So I made some modifications to this recovery using simple Android Kitchen. By editing it's default.prop. This recovery is simply taken from f310lr (which preventing us from flashing other ROM because it's a LG GX!) more info.
Summary of changes can refer attachments below.
Working:
Everything, except can't mount External SD Card, now you can flash like a boss.
Download
Flashable zip, with the modified recovery and another one is simply the *.img file. Flash with Flashify or similar app.
Extra, TWRP Materialised theme.
It has been modded to fit my taste for welcoming Lollipop, if you want the TWRP theme simply place it to /sdcard/TWRP/theme/ui.zip.
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Does it work on lollipop roms?

eocobby721 said:
Does it work on lollipop roms?
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I suppose the pic can tell you.

@soralz. Thanks for sharing. My comment on latest version was not meant to follow what you shared it was just a comment in general.
The twrp looks great!

soralz said:
I suppose the pic can tell you.
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Thanks. I asked because I flashed it once n couldn't flash any lollipop rom except da Chinese cm12 ROM. Once again thanks

Verified by yours truly. I flashed this recovery and used it to flash BlissPop v1.3 with no problems whatsoever. Now if only we can get someone that knows their beans to fix the problem with external SD not mounting.

I installed it on "LG optimus G" TWRP 2.6.3.3 from FreeGee of GooglePlay
Guys now I can install this TWRP 2.8.1.0. Recovery through. I repeat that I TWRP 2.6.3.3.

arek78 said:
I installed it on "LG optimus G" TWRP 2.6.3.3 from FreeGee of GooglePlay
Guys now I can install this TWRP 2.8.1.0. Recovery through. I repeat that I TWRP 2.6.3.3.
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Optimus G, or Optimus G Pro? Which do you have? If it is a G Pro, yes you can flash this one using the twrp 2.6.3.3 that you installed with FreeGee.

arek78 said:
I installed it on "LG optimus G" TWRP 2.6.3.3 from FreeGee of GooglePlay
Guys now I can install this TWRP 2.8.1.0. Recovery through. I repeat that I TWRP 2.6.3.3.
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*Only works on custom ROM, if you are on stock you will get boot verification error.

So I can not install on Stock 4.4.2.

hitekredneck said:
Verified by yours truly. I flashed this recovery and used it to flash BlissPop v1.3 with no problems whatsoever. Now if only we can get someone that knows their beans to fix the problem with external SD not mounting.
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From a lengthy dissection of its innards, it looks like it was cobbled together mainly from parts of Nexus 5 and G2 recovery stuffs, and isn't even trying to load the external_sd. There also seems to be several other discrepancies, where its targeting a Nexus 5 or G2, when it should be targeting the almighty G Pro.
Take a look at the '/etc/twrp.fstab' -- it's missing '/external_sd vfat /dev/block/mmcblk1p1 /dev/block/mmcblk1 flags=display="Micro SDcard";storage;wipeingui;removable', which I think may be a culprit in the lack of SD.
I've taken my undisciplined hand at fixing these issues, but I can never seem to repack the goddamn thing properly. I got sad skillz.
EDIT: I just noticed when you 'unpackbootimg' it provides all the info to repack properly. Friggin' duh, yo. Testing time! *crosses fingers and legs and black cats*
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hitekredneck said:
UPDATE #3 12/19/2014: I have been notified by soralz that when trying to flash the zip file version of this recovery when running a stock ROM, the flash will not process properly and will hand at "boot certification verification." Therefore I am providing a link to the recovery.img that can be installed using Flashify or similar utility.
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Is it Lokification error/lack?
hitekredneck said:
Download recovery.img for Flashify here-> [URL="https://doc-0k-2g-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/securesc @soralz
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Your link doth stink. Exactly what is this 'recovery.img' you have there, where is it from.

culot said:
Take a look at the '/etc/twrp.fstab' -- it's missing '/external_sd vfat /dev/block/mmcblk1p1 /dev/block/mmcblk1 flags=display="Micro SDcard";storage;wipeingui;removable', which I think may be a culprit in the lack of SD
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Okay, got it:
- Open ADB shell while in OP's TWRP 2.8:
Code:
mount -t /system /dev/block/mmcblk0p23
mkdir /external_sd
echo "/dev/block/mmcblk1p1 /external_sd vfat rw" >> /etc/fstab
mount -t /dev/block/mmcblk1p1 /external_sd
Now the microSD is mounted at '/external_sd'. It does not show up on your computer when you enable MTP though; and next time recovery loads, those changes will be gone, so you have to do it all over again -- that is until someone bakes a fixed twrp.fstab into a recovery.img and/or flashable zip (my attempts so far go bootloops at the LG logo, every time).
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arek78 said:
So I can not install on Stock 4.4.2.
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Have you tried using the Sphinx APK to install it? Just worked on my stock Kitkat 20g.

Fant0m3 said:
Do you know if the source is over on git Im gonna look for it in a bit just wondering if anyone has found it?
Im hoping the sources are not so far off as I had came up with a fix for the 2.6.3.3 FreeGee TWRP as it had the same problem wondering if it will be a patch or full blown rewrite.....Anyways I am slow on dev work 3 kids wife and I am a newb but I am or will be working on it.
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This Omnirom TWRP Recovery and this guide should do fine. You'll have to tinker in the e980 stuff though. You can use the configuration files from OP's version to start with, and then make proper wtih e980 device specifics. This TWRP repo for a Japanese version of the phone holds some solid leads.
It compiled fine for me early this morning, but would not boot. But! After spending many hours since then learning how it really works, I'm certain when I take another crack at it tomorrow that it will be simple to get working. So close, yet so burned out for today.

[Q&A] [Recovery][FOTA]CWM and TWRP recoveries for custom ROMs

Q&A for [Recovery][FOTA]CWM and TWRP recoveries for custom ROMs
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Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!

cucumber09 said:
Tired waiting for someone to repack kernel with your favorite version of recovery? Or tired to run recovery script every time you update your ROM or kernel? Now you don't need any repacked kernels or recovery-scripts. Use your FOTAKernel as recovery partition!
It works on any kernel with extract_elf_ramdisk utility (it's built in mostly all kernels for custom ROMs, but I am not sure) by @Dees_Troy. And don't forget, that you are doing on your own risk, I am not responsible for bricked devices, acid rains or thermonuclear war.
Installation:
Download zip and flash it via your current recovery. If your current recovery is unusable, you can flash it via terminal emulator:
- Extract FOTAKernel.img and place it to the root of your external SD-card
- Type su and grant root access
- Type
Code:
dd if=/ext_card/FOTAKernel.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p23
- Reboot to recovery to test if it works (if not, try again and check if you are doing it correctly).
Download:
TWRP 2.8.4.0 (thanks to @Rohan purohit for compiling it for Xperia L, I just ported and modded it)
TWRP 2.8.0.0/CWM (or scroll down, it's right below this post)
You can restore original FOTAKernel image by following instructions in this post (or just scroll down, it is 3rd post, lol).
Some info:
Sony Xperia devices don't have recovery partition. Instead of this in custom kernels is used recovery-in-boot conception with two-stage boot (ramdisk-recovery is packed inside main ramdisk). And there is partition called FOTAKernel that is used for installing official FOTA (firmware-over-the-air) updates. After unlocking your bootloader it partition becomes redundant, because you cannot use OTA function anymore. So it may be used for storing recovery ramdisk. And this very useful future was implemented by recognized developer @Dees_Troy (lead TWRP developer), he developed utility extract_elf_ramdisk (it is merged to almost all kernels for Sony devices), it extracts recovery ramdisk from FOTA partition instead of using regular one from boot image. So even after updating or changing your kernel or ROM you don't lose your current recovery! Here is some info from Dees_Troy.
BTW, I don't own any of this work, I just adapted recovery images for using them from FOTA partition. And recoveries are not compiled by me.
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Hey, i use your recovery but when i write reboot recovery in terminal, my phone boots normally. But i can acess it by volume up button. How can i fix it?

Vp10 said:
Hey, i use your recovery but when i write reboot recovery in terminal, my phone boots normally. But i can acess it by volume up button. How can i fix it?
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It is CM bug, it will be fixed in next nightlies.

Hi bro, i see new twrp update in xperia l thread ..
I hope you to update them ..
Thangs

cucumber09 said:
It is CM bug, it will be fixed in next nightlies.
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And how we can flash new nightlies without recovery?

Hi, can I install twrp 2.8.4.0 from my FOTA recovery 2.4.0.0?

digt said:
Hi, can I install twrp 2.8.4.0 from my FOTA recovery 2.4.0.0?
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AggelosGR said:
And how we can flash new nightlies without recovery?
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Recovery is accessible, just press many times vol rocker 'till you will enter the recovery.
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I'm reading Q&A section not often, better write to main thread or tag me (if you are not quoting me), so I will see the notification.

How to solve image unstability in FOTA TWRP?
Hello @cucumber09. I've been trying your FOTA recovery, which I consider a great solution for our device, but I'm facing image unstability while in recovery: the screen flips and flicks horizontally making it very hard to tap correctly any option, and could lead to fatal errors. Could you please tell me a solution? I've tried flashing several kernels/traditional recoveries, but when I make it work satable in recovery, then the OS does'nt boot (bootloop). I'm using stock 4.3 15.4.A.1.9 ROM, unlocked bootloader, rooted, with Xposed Framework and Gravitybox module.
Also I've tried many KK and LP ROMs but I always return to stock 'cause I can't stand glitches and gaps while listening to my favourite tunes.
Thanks in advance,
e-bert.

e-bert said:
Hello @cucumber09. I've been trying your FOTA recovery, which I consider a great solution for our device, but I'm facing image unstability while in recovery: the screen flips and flicks horizontally making it very hard to tap correctly any option, and could lead to fatal errors. Could you please tell me a solution? I've tried flashing several kernels/traditional recoveries, but when I make it work satable in recovery, then the OS does'nt boot (bootloop). I'm using stock 4.3 15.4.A.1.9 ROM, unlocked bootloader, rooted, with Xposed Framework and Gravitybox module.
Also I've tried many KK and LP ROMs but I always return to stock 'cause I can't stand glitches and gaps while listening to my favourite tunes.
Thanks in advance,
e-bert.
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Your problem is using the stock sony rom, it doesn't support FOTA recoveries properly, as soon as you switch to any other rom the FOTA recovery will work.

Thanks & new question.
Remorcer said:
Your problem is using the stock sony rom, it doesn't support FOTA recoveries properly, as soon as you switch to any other rom the FOTA recovery will work.
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OK. Thank you for your quick response. Now, could you suggest to me any custom ROM that has no glitches or gaps in music playing? In yor opinion, which is the best ROM you've tried for our device (Xperia M SS c1904)?
Thanks again.

e-bert said:
OK. Thank you for your quick response. Now, could you suggest to me any custom ROM that has no glitches or gaps in music playing? In yor opinion, which is the best ROM you've tried for our device (Xperia M SS c1904).
Thanks again.
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Everyone has its own taste in roms, I like stable and clean roms and would suggest cm11 or PA, try some of the roms and I'm sure you'll find your favourite.

Bliss pop is good.try it ,the battery is good.smooth performance and id say not much sound glitch .
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All hail to all cucumber..
its so frustrated to install kernel only for recovery..
and its more frustrating when your phone not responsive because incompatible kernel.
i recommended to install this trough recovery..
more reliable and low risk..
if you cant install from recovery (signature verification failed), first install another kernel to get unsigned recovery (niu kernel example)..
its a long way, but i'm prefer this than risking my phone because wrong command..
tested in resurrection remix rom 5.1..

Installed fota twrp with terminal, it freezes
So I did just as it was written. Installed it with command thru terminal on a CM 12 rom on Xperia z2.
It did work, for approx 10 seconds. I reboot in recovery, got first the screen for
CM recovery, before it changed to twrp. When I got there, I couldn't press anything
And suddenly it reboot into normal again. Dunno what it can be?!

Stuck on cyanogenmod boot
Flashed it and now i'm stuck on the cyanogenmod boot screen

is TWRP better or CWM...?

i flashed the twrp version 2.8.3.0 stuck on boot animation and when flashed 2.8.5.0 loop of recovery...m on xenon hd 5.1.1 rom...can anyone help???/ i want to flash twrp recovery

Neemac said:
So I did just as it was written. Installed it with command thru terminal on a CM 12 rom on Xperia z2.
It did work, for approx 10 seconds. I reboot in recovery, got first the screen for
CM recovery, before it changed to twrp. When I got there, I couldn't press anything
And suddenly it reboot into normal again. Dunno what it can be?!
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It is for Xperia M, not Z2. So it won't work on it.

@Neemac i think z2 have official fota twrp, so why you not use them?
Sent from my C1905 using Tapatalk

Temporary CWM possible?

Hi,
i hope its the right section here. As we known, the bootloader isnt able to open at the moment. I know this problem from some other device and there its possible to use an temporary CWM.
I found THIS here at XDA but it doenst work on Zenfone 2, error is unknown trigger
Is here someone that can it make usable on our Zenfone 2?

This would be the wrong section, but that's alright it'll get moved once a moderator sees it if I'm not mistaken! I don't think that method will work at all tbh.

tasar said:
Hi,
i hope its the right section here. As we known, the bootloader isnt able to open at the moment. I know this problem from some other device and there its possible to use an temporary CWM.
I found THIS here at XDA but it doenst work on Zenfone 2, error is unknown trigger
Is here someone that can it make usable on our Zenfone 2?
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Thanks for pointing out
It works! Well, at least i can start CWM, but i didn't try functionality yet.
Use this version: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60770086&postcount=352
Choose T4 option.
You will get some distorted animated logo at the center for several second, then you will get CWM menu.

Thanx, i allready found this version and i came into CWM, backup seems to work without errors but after restore, it ends in a bootloop Restore runs without erros but when i reboot it hangs for a while in Asus bootlogo and then it reboot to recovery. Clear cache, data but nothing help.
Must completly new flash
And sorry for wrong section!

Need CWM version compiled for Zenfone 2.

sorg said:
Need CWM version compiled for Zenfone 2.
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It's not as easy as you think, we have an locked bootloader so in-order to compile or install the CWM/TWRP recovery it'll be possible.
We need our bootloader unlocked first by ASUS which might take a few weeks/months (No ETA) yet.

Reviewers said:
It's not as easy as you think, we have an locked bootloader so in-order to compile or install the CWM/TWRP recovery it'll be possible.
We need our bootloader unlocked first by ASUS which might take a few weeks/months (No ETA) yet.
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Who "we"? I'm using Zenfone 2 as well.
And if i told above "It works!" then it means it works (at least it starts), ok?
It means, that fastboot hack works on Zenfone 2 and allows to run any unsigned code, i.e. CWM recovery. The only problem, is correct configuration of recovery and other binaries included in CWM package.
According to you reply, you even didn't try by yourself.
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tasar said:
Thanx, i allready found this version and i came into CWM, backup seems to work without errors but after restore, it ends in a bootloop Restore runs without erros but when i reboot it hangs for a while in Asus bootlogo and then it reboot to recovery. Clear cache, data but nothing help.
Must completly new flash
And sorry for wrong section!
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Zenfone 2 uses SELinux in enforcing mode. So, after restore, if extended attributes didn't applied (and i believe it didn't) then Android won't boot.
So, this hack is more a Proof-Of-Concept. Need to compile and create correct CWM package.

sorg said:
Who "we"? I'm using Zenfone 2 as well.
And if i told above "It works!" then it means it works (at least it starts), ok?
It means, that fastboot hack works on Zenfone 2 and allows to run any unsigned code, i.e. CWM recovery. The only problem, is correct configuration of recovery and other binaries included in CWM package.
According to you reply, you even didn't try by yourself.
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Zenfone 2 uses SELinux in enforcing mode. So, after restore, if extended attributes didn't applied (and i believe it didn't) then Android won't boot.
So, this hack is more a Proof-Of-Concept. Need to compile and create correct CWM package.
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"We" as in everybody in this forum would need the bootloader unlocked.
I've spoke to people who compile CWM + TWRP and they said that even if you were able flash something, you'd have to fastboot flash it every-time you boot.
I tried and this temporary CWM recovery did indeed work, I actually tried it about 30-40 minutes ago.
But yes, this is a great step into development!
We have pre-root on the latest firmware which is 2.17.40.12.
Now we have temporarily CWM

Reviewers said:
"We" as in everybody in this forum would need the bootloader unlocked.
I've spoke to people who compile CWM + TWRP and they said that even if you were able flash something, you'd have to fastboot flash it every-time you boot.
I tried and this temporary CWM recovery did indeed work, I actually tried it about 30-40 minutes ago.
But yes, this is a great step into development!
We have pre-root on the latest firmware which is 2.17.40.12.
Now we have temporarily CWM
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Compiling CWM has nothing to do with locked bootloader. Either you flash it permanently or temporary, in both cases you need recovery compiled correctly for specific device. Each device has specific features. And if you want to use CWM fully, it should know about these settings. I've found already this version cannot mount SD card for example. So, i have to manually insmod texfat.ko module and then mount. So, recovery definitely needs additional tweaks or even compilation.
Actually, having temporary CWM is enough. I've made batch file to start it by one click and then can do whatever i want.
The only difference from permanent CWM is unable to use it when you are not at home. But in several years of using Android phone i didn't use recovery outside my home
One reason less to unlock the bootloader.
P.S.: This kind of hole in security can be patched in future versions of fastboot, so it's wise to stop updating fastboot (droidboot.img) and bootloader (ifwi.zip).

sorg said:
Compiling CWM has nothing to do with locked bootloader. Either you flash it permanently or temporary, in both cases you need recovery compiled correctly for specific device. Each device has specific features. And if you want to use CWM fully, it should know about these settings. I've found already this version cannot mount SD card for example. So, i have to manually insmod texfat.ko module and then mount. So, recovery definitely needs additional tweaks or even compilation.
Actually, having temporary CWM is enough. I've made batch file to start it by one click and then can do whatever i want.
The only difference from permanent CWM is unable to use it when you are not at home. But in several years of using Android phone i didn't use recovery outside my home
One reason less to unlock the bootloader.
P.S.: This kind of hole in security can be patched in future versions of fastboot, so it's wise to stop updating fastboot (droidboot.img) and bootloader (ifwi.zip).
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can you share one click batch file with us? if we only could back up the rom it would be awesome..

With this temporary CWM custom recovery, am I able to flash any zips in it? Sorry about the noob question, wanted to use it to flash the disguised version of Cerberus.

[RECOVERY][OFFICIAL][chiron] TWRP 3.2.2-1 for Xiaomi Mi Mix 2

Team Win Recovery Project
WHAT IS TWRP?
Oh come on, you know what it is - don't try to fool me!
In case you're serious, though...
Team Win Recovery Project is a custom recovery for Android devices.
It allows you to back up and restore your data, flash custom ROMs to your device, repair broken file systems, and root your device.
Read more about TWRP here: https://twrp.me/about/
DOWNLOAD:
1) Install the TWRP app from the Play Store or grab the apk from our website
2) Open the app, agree to the terms, and enable root access
3) Select TWRP Flash
4) Search for your device and select the version you wish to download
5) Once the download is complete, select the file (it's usually in your downloads folder) and then Flash Recovery
OR:
Most devices can be updated quickly and easily within TWRP if you already have version 2.8.4.0 or higher installed
1) Download the latest version from our website on your device
2) Reboot to TWRP
3) Hit Install and tap the "Images..." button in the lower right
4) Browse to the location of the TWRP image on your device and select it
5) Select recovery from the partition list and swipe to flash
OR:
You can find more information and download links on our website.
FEATURES:
FBE Decryption support
MTP support
ADB root
SUPPORT:
Live support is available via #twrp on Freenode with your IRC client or just click this link.
CONTRIBUTIONS:
Gerrit for TWRP: http://gerrit.omnirom.org/
Gerrit for officially supported devices: http://gerrit.twrp.me/
XDA:DevDB Information
TWRP for the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2, Tool/Utility for the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Contributors
blankaf, TheStrix
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2018-04-21
Last Updated 2018-07-08

Thanks @TheStrix for his work on TWRP for the Mi 6!

Reserved 2

Let's see how many guys gonna idolize u

???

Dreams come true ! Great job @blankaf

I have the unofficial by raupe, can i upgrade in twrp with .img without any problem? Or will format my data partition?
thanks

emap85 said:
I have the unofficial by raupe, can i upgrade in twrp with .img without any problem? Or will format my data partition?
thanks
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I did it without any problem

emap85 said:
I have the unofficial by raupe, can i upgrade in twrp with .img without any problem? Or will format my data partition?
thanks
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Already upgrade it from twrp unofficial without any issue! U can go for it

Hi all,
a Big thanks to TeamWin to make an official recovery.
I installed the recovery over the twrp by raupe, as i try to make a backup i go the following meassages in red:
Unable to locate ´/modem´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/splash´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/tz´partition for backup calculations
I guess it can´t be good to backup an get red notes
Any idea what does that means?
e.roc

e.roc said:
Hi all,
a Big thanks to TeamWin to make an official recovery.
I installed the recovery over the twrp by raupe, as i try to make a backup i go the following meassages in red:
Unable to locate ´/modem´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/splash´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/tz´partition for backup calculations
I guess it can´t be good to backup an get red notes
Any idea what does that means?
e.roc
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Did you reboot on twrp first and try to backup After

DICKO1984 said:
Did you reboot on twrp first and try to backup After
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i did, this messages showed up again.
But now, after i took the checkmark for backing up the system-image away this messeges dissapeared and no other red notes till the backup finished.
After this backup i include the system-image and ,surprise, no red notes anymore.
It looks like everything runs well now, i´m only wondering why this notes appears in the first place.
e.roc

On MIUI Global 9.5 stable flash twrp but geting overwritten constantly.How to proceed?

nikibubu13 said:
On MIUI Global 9.5 stable flash twrp but geting overwritten constantly.How to proceed?
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Flash the no-verity-opt zip

Mackay53 said:
Flash the no-verity-opt zip
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no-verity-opt-encrypt-1.6 from unofficial twrp posts - correct?

e.roc said:
Hi all,
a Big thanks to TeamWin to make an official recovery.
I installed the recovery over the twrp by raupe, as i try to make a backup i go the following meassages in red:
Unable to locate ´/modem´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/splash´partition for backup calculations
Unable to locate ´/tz´partition for backup calculations
I guess it can´t be good to backup an get red notes
Any idea what does that means?
e.roc
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I think these messages are shown because of the settings of my unoffical TWRP that are stored in .twrp settings file.
Just delete that file and reboot twrp. Apply your settings again and you should be done.
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blankaf said:
Team Win Recovery Project
...
OR:
You can find more information and download links on our website.
FEATURES:
FBE Decryption support
MTP support
ADB root
...
Contributors
blankaf, TheStrix
Hey @blankaf, @TheStrix,
glad you made an official TWRP.
As you have integrated an prebuild kernel I would be pleased to know how you compiled it?
What options/modules have you used? Whats the content of your manifest file(s)?
Is there an possibility to rework your build (and make little modifications)?
Again questions, questions, questions - thanks for your support!
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raupe said:
I think these messages are shown because of the settings of my unoffical TWRP that are stored in .twrp settings file.
Just delete that file and reboot twrp. Apply your settings again and you should be done.
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blankaf said:
Team Win Recovery Project
...
OR:
You can find more information and download links on our website.
FEATURES:
FBE Decryption support
MTP support
ADB root
...
Contributors
blankaf, TheStrix
Hey @blankaf, @TheStrix,
glad you made an official TWRP.
As you have integrated an prebuild kernel I would be pleased to know how you compiled it?
What options/modules have you used? Whats the content of your manifest file(s)?
Is there an possibility to rework your build (and make little modifications)?
Again questions, questions, questions - thanks for your support!
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If you take a look at his git you'll see that he used the Mi6 twrp base with some changes for the Mi Mix 2.
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Gingernut78 said:
If you take a look at his git you'll see that he used the Mi6 twrp base with some changes for the Mi Mix 2.
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I know
Therefore i aksked for the complete manaifest content. You can't build TWRP with only the device repo as single information.
Inaddition a precompiled kernel was used and i like to reproduce how it was build.

Hi!
Maybe someone can help me, i moved from raupe's twrp to official one. I tried to flash global dev MIUI from xiaomi.eu, but always goes in bootlop. i tried with both twrp but nothing...what can do?

TWRP Password
Hallo.
I have official TWRP and Omni ROM. Before i flash last version i format data and wipe every thing.
When i boot to TWRP, need to enter password for Decrypt Data, if i have password for phone.
If i do not have password for phone, then no need for password in TWRP.
Is this normal?

[Recovery] TWRP for maple

I want to share you a great twrp who support aroma installer.
Link:https://mega.nz/#!6MQxWIKa!ZuSMnC7DtXxh4R9Vb5hHMjRFFVk6kaCaHiodn5CSN3M

Blackghosthm said:
I want to share you a great twrp who support aroma installer.
Created by @Myself5.
Link:https://mega.nz/#!6MQxWIKa
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You need a decryption key.
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Blackghosthm said:
I want to share you a great twrp who support aroma installer.
Created by @Myself5.
Link:https://mega.nz/#!6MQxWIKa!ZuSMnC7DtXxh4R9Vb5hHMjRFFVk6kaCaHiodn5CSN3M
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What version of twrp is this?

Beetle84 said:
You need a decryption key.
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What version of twrp is this?
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3.2.1 but not that version you can find in twrp.me

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3.2.1 but not that version you can find in twrp.me
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So how about you push your AROMA fix to the official TWRP trees that everyone can profit from it?
Also that image is certainly not created by me. It might be based on the official TWRP, but the way you put it is missleading IMO.

Myself5 said:
So how about you push your AROMA fix to the official TWRP trees that everyone can profit from it?
Also that image is certainly not created by me. It might be based on the official TWRP, but the way you put it is missleading IMO.
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Ok, I removed your name.

Myself5 said:
So how about you push your AROMA fix to the official TWRP trees that everyone can profit from it?
Also that image is certainly not created by me. It might be based on the official TWRP, but the way you put it is missleading IMO.
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More than likely from a Chinese site, possibly modified by @machao44

Beetle84 said:
More than likely from a Chinese site, possibly modified by @machao44
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Yes,now I have the same idea but doesn't matter I didn't write it created by me,I don't think it have matter for developer because he didn't share the recovery in xda.

I still wouldn't mind if _whoever did it_ would push the fix to the TWRP repository.

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I still wouldn't mind if _whoever did it_ would push the fix to the TWRP repository.
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Will this affect all Xperias with 4.4 Kernel? Really happy that @Blackghosthm shared that with Me... Can't wait to push out some awesome AROMA Stuff again!
Thanks a lot to everyone who was involved! :angel:

Myself5 said:
I still wouldn't mind if _whoever did it_ would push the fix to the TWRP repository.
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I believe it created by storm in xperi fix there are 2 twrp versions one of them is this twrp.
Also i heard in some post it created by storm.

heil Aroma!

@sToRm//
Can you shed any light on who made this?

Anyone tried the new official One? https://dl.twrp.me/maple/twrp-3.2.3-0-maple.img.html

Hi I am quite having a hard time figuring out how to install TWRP on my XZP dual global version.
I already flashed the latest firmware last August... I also tried to follow installing it through ADB using command prompt yet nothing did work... Is there someone out here who can help me with flashing TWRP... Thanks

I use in this moment the original 3.2.3-0 version.
Where's is the problem to install TWRP? enable adb, call adb during running phone and accept the PC all time.
If the bootloader unlocked,, boot in Fastmode (hold Volume up during connecting the USB cable with the PC) . Check the driver via fastboot devices, If you see the phone call fastboot flash revovery TWRP. img (if your TWRP version has the name "TWRP. img"). After that you can boot into TWRP

Excappare said:
Hi I am quite having a hard time figuring out how to install TWRP on my XZP dual global version.
I already flashed the latest firmware last August... I also tried to follow installing it through ADB using command prompt yet nothing did work... Is there someone out here who can help me with flashing TWRP... Thanks
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You need to flash a kernel from a custom ROM first (like CarbonROM) in order to be able to boot from the recovery (FOTAKERNEL) partition. The stock kernels have recovery built-in and would use that instead of TWRP. You can get a CarbonROM kernel image (boot.img) from its flashable zip.
After flashing a custom kernel you can then flash the TWRP image via "fastboot flash recovery <recovery image>". You'll have to reboot the phone and follow the usual button combination (though I don't really know it's holding volume up or down) to access the recovery. Using "fastboot boot" will not work and it'll stuck on the Sony logo with the blue fastboot LED stay on.

I think twrp found from this thread,,you can check TWRP Folder,
,https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=78121448&postcount=4

I've also the Stock Kernel (Pie) on the phone and can reach TWRP without any problems : you must hold Power and Volume (up or down? Not sure in this moment) till you see TWRP on the Screen (around 6 Sec.) Maybe the screen switched off... Switch it on via short press via Power... That's all