Can any one tell me answer for my following queries. I am a noob
1. Which method of rooting is best
2. Which method of unlocking bootloader is good.
3. How good is cyanogen 13 now? (apart from bugs mentioned in CM13 ROM forum for Zenfone 2)
4. What features we will miss if we go for cyanogen 13?
5. Can we go back to stock rom and can we get ASUS regular updates?
6. Seems there are lot of rooting and unlocking method. Can anyone tell me the correct link for finding the best one?
Please help me......
All the links can be found in the index thread in the general forum. I think the best root method would be what they call method 3. There's a newer unlocking method that supposedly you can relock if you need to. I'd try that one. Cm13 is the Rom I've been using since early March. I love it. The only things that don't work atm are flip cover and fm radio. Although some asus apps have some limitations in cm. You can go back to stock, but to update after that you just have to do it manually rather than Ota. (not a big deal)
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I checked several of the threads in the various subforums but since I am currently really busy (have the phone for 3 weeks and I am not using it cause had no time to check XDA ) if you are kind enough I have some questions that spending more time in the threads would probably answer themselves but alas...
A: If I root the G3 can I bring it back to stock without any indication it got rooted (I heard some phones have special logs that show if a phone has been rooted that survive the various flashes), in case I need to send it for service?
B: Should I go with the root method shown on XDA TV (which doesn't show how to install a custom recovery) or one of the one click auto batch scripts?
C: I think generally this question is not allowed cause it can lead to flame but which ROM would you recommend I try first? I need just a clean, smooth running ROM. Disclaimer: Avoid arguing with other users if you disagree with something they said, just state the ROM and if you want your reason for picking it and I will scroll through them and decide.
Much obliged if you care to answer them and apologies to mods if this breaks any rules.
Nihim said:
I checked several of the threads in the various subforums but since I am currently really busy (have the phone for 3 weeks and I am not using it cause had no time to check XDA ) if you are kind enough I have some questions that spending more time in the threads would probably answer themselves but alas...
A: If I root the G3 can I bring it back to stock without any indication it got rooted (I heard some phones have special logs that show if a phone has been rooted that survive the various flashes), in case I need to send it for service?
B: Should I go with the root method shown on XDA TV (which doesn't show how to install a custom recovery) or one of the one click auto batch scripts?
C: I think generally this question is not allowed cause it can lead to flame but which ROM would you recommend I try first? I need just a clean, smooth running ROM. Disclaimer: Avoid arguing with other users if you disagree with something they said, just state the ROM and if you want your reason for picking it and I will scroll through them and decide.
Much obliged if you care to answer them and apologies to mods if this breaks any rules.
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A: You can always go back to stock using LG flash tool with no evidence of rooting nor like samsung's knox
B: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3072767
C: I personally use resurrection remix rom based on CM12 due to performance but if you want fully working G3 with no bugs at all I recommend my favorite rom CupaChups 4.2. Super fast stock base rom with some extra features.
P.S. I recommend you to instal Kernel Adiutor from the play store after you root your G3 and change the governor from default Interactive to Conservative. Cos from some unknown reasons the Interactive governor is bugged on all G3 and changing that will highly increase your performance speed and feel. This works with base and aosp roms also.
Hope this helps
via LG G3 @ Resurrection Remix
Thank you, is there a problem if the phone is already on stock 5.0? Can I still root it with the same methods or must I restore it to 4.4.x? (A simple restore to factory blabla does it?)
Cheers
Nihim said:
Thank you, is there a problem if the phone is already on stock 5.0? Can I still root it with the same methods or must I restore it to 4.4.x? (A simple restore to factory blabla does it?)
Cheers
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If you have a look around there's a one click method that works for all G3 variants regardless of software version that is here on the forums. You can use that, download the zip for your desired custom rom, install a custom recovery and then flash the ROM and you should be good to go. There's plenty of guides for you to use, and each custom rom thread should have it's own installation guide
iDefalt said:
If you have a look around there's a one click method that works for all G3 variants regardless of software version that is here on the forums. You can use that, download the zip for your desired custom rom, install a custom recovery and then flash the ROM and you should be good to go. There's plenty of guides for you to use, and each custom rom thread should have it's own installation guide
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Thanks, guess will have to grab the first tutorial / ROM I see and go for it
Hello to everybody !!!
I am new on xda developers and also new to android.I have been made a lot of mods on my previous phone iPhone.
I bought a new LG G3 D855 32 GB in Greece
I want to root my phone ,flash a rom but i dont know how.
I am very confused with the threads.
Please can somebody tell me :
1 )how to root
2) how to make a custom rom and how to install
3)How can i find the right stock rom for my phone and how to return to stock rom (I have the 32 Gb model and software version V20h-EUR-XX)
Konstantinosdj said:
Hello to everybody !!!
I am new on xda developers and also new to android.I have been made a lot of mods on my previous phone iPhone.
I bought a new LG G3 D855 32 GB in Greece
I want to root my phone ,flash a rom but i dont know how.
I am very confused with the threads.
Please can somebody tell me :
1 )how to root
2) how to make a custom rom and how to install
3)How can i find the right stock rom for my phone and how to return to stock rom (I have the 32 Gb model and software version V20h-EUR-XX)
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Welcome to Android!
I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun
Typically you'll find a tab saying root info for each phone model in the forum. However, these tabs (same for ROMs) are typically not as updated as the forum threads. You'll find most info/guides for that kind of stuff in general, seeing how in most cases in concerns the phone in general, more-so than a specific development for the phone (such as a specific phone).
Make sure you carefully read the original post for each software seeing how different softwares can only be used in certain situations. For example, the LG G3 comes in different models, and some software only work for the specific ones, some things are developed for certain android versions (such as lollipop vs. kitkat), some softwares are developed for stock-based roms, and some are developed for aosp-based roms, and the list goes on.
It's not as complicated as it sounds, and it doesn't take as long as you might imagine to get settled, but it takes some getting used to.
To answer your specific questions:
1 )how to root
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951
2) how to make a custom rom and how to install
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1. After you've rooted your phone, you need to install a custom recovery (http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/help/help-thread-lg-g3-question-t2947298, check Q4).
2. When done with that you download a [ROM (whatever the rom is called)].zip (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2772658), and typically Gapps, and place on SD card.
3. Boot into recovery, and wipe the phone (I usually go for factory reset/make fresh install + wipe cache + wipe Dalvik-cache)
4. Now you need to flash the ROM + gapps. Do that by install zip --> install from SD card --> click the [ROM].zip (and then gapps)
5. Reboot and enjoy!
3)How can i find the right stock rom for my phone and how to return to stock rom (I have the 32 Gb model and software version V20h-EUR-XX)
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785089
I'll admit that I have not read the specifics of each thread I've linked, so make sure that it applies to you before you go about and install stuff (by reading first post in each thread). Also, how you install might differ a little from rom to rom, so only use my instructions as additional instructions to the instructions typically written in the first post for each rom/software.
Note! Everytime you go about fiddling with the phone you do run the risk of bricking it. However, the risk of hard bricking your phone is quite slim as long as you read up a bit before messing about. On top of that, if anything would happen, such as a bootloop or soft bricking, just keep it cool. It happens to all of us from time to time, and I'll bet you that the very same thing you did wrong, has happened to someone before you, so just search the threads (starting with the thread it relates to). If you feel like playing safe, I would suggest you start off with one of the more established ROM-devs, such as CM.
I hope this helps!
Thank you munte89 for all your answers.i hope all this can help me.I have one more question.
LG G3 has 2 versions.16 GB & 32 GB .Is the firmware same for both or has each device his own firmware ??
Konstantinosdj said:
Anybody ????
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Tip for the future: check out the pinned threads in each sub-forum because they typically pin threads concerning questions that arise often (such as how to get started)
Thank you munte89 for all your answers.i hope all this can help me.I have one more question.
LG G3 has 2 versions.16 GB & 32 GB .Is the firmware same for both or has each device his own firmware ??
Konstantinosdj said:
Thank you munte89 for all your answers.i hope all this can help me.I have one more question.
LG G3 has 2 versions.16 GB & 32 GB .Is the firmware same for both or has each device his own firmware ??
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No worries! I know it can be difficult getting started
Well, it's different firmwares sometimes (eg different stocks). This is typically clearly pointed out in the instructions if that is the case. I have not encountered that where it comes to the custom ROMs, except for making sure you have the right model (eg D855). After you've installed a new ROM, you might want to go to settings --> about phone to check the information for any clues of using the wrong software.
[SIZE=+3]Frequently Asked Questions[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]Asus Zenfone 2[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q1: What are the variants of this phone and also the differences between them?[/SIZE]Here is a complete comparison between all the variants:
[SIZE=+1]Q2: I want to ask a question, where can i do that?[/SIZE]Before making a thread,take a look here and see if there is an already answer to your question.
If not then you can freely ask over here: ZenFone 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
[SIZE=+1]Q3: How to unlock my bootloader?[/SIZE]To unlock your bootloader just follow up this link: and the thread is made for both variants which means Z00A & Z008
[SIZE=+1]Q4: How to lock again my bootloader?[/SIZE]For now there isn't a method to lock again the bootloader so for now you can't.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: Where can i find the GApps?[/SIZE]Here: .
[SIZE=+1]Q6: How to root my device on stock ROM?[/SIZE]To Root your device first you need to have the bootloader unlocked to do this just check out the previous questions.
Well to do it, it's very simple, if you're on Windows just follow up this link:
If you are running Ubuntu or an Ubuntu based distro on your machine the process is different,and it's more complicated for a new comer.
So in order to make it simply for the user i released this zip containing an automate script so just run Zenfone2Root.sh into a terminal window and leave it work.
Download link here
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How do i install Xposed over my device?[/SIZE]
**Warning** From the latest update(The one from 04 November) Xposed Framework is not working anymore, by installing it you will result into a bootloop
If you're not on the latest one and your computer is running Windows just head over here:
But if you are running Ubuntu or an Ubuntu based distro on your machine the process is different,and it's more complicated for a new comer.
So in order to make it simply for the user i released this zip containing an automate script so just run InstallXposedFramework.sh into a terminal window and leave it work.
Download link here
[SIZE=+1]Q8: I heard there is a WhatsApp group and a Telegram one,which one is the best?[/SIZE]There isn't a best one here, but a more secure one yes there is one, and that one is Telegram of course. Me and some developers are on the Telegram group. We don't use Whatsapp because our numbers would be exposed to all the users and sincerely i and the others don't want that.
Here is the thread for the Telegram Group.
In case you still want to join the WhatsApp group here is the thread
[SIZE=+1]Q9: I rooted my Zenfone, i'm on stock and i want to update it. What to do?[/SIZE]Don't worry your answer is covered entirely here
[SIZE=+1]Q10: I have unlocked bootloader and i want to upgrade my stock ROM[/SIZE]If you are on stock ROM and you got unlocked bootloader you are able to update your phone only and only if you didn't touched any system files, like xposed, root etc.. In that case yeah you will end into a bootloop or the installation will even fails.
[SIZE=+1]Q11: We will have Android M?[/SIZE]Ok so, this was and it's still talked very much by the whole community... Nothing is confirmed for sure,we're hearing some news about the fact that Asus is actually working on it,but officially nothing was announced yet. But don't drop your hopes guys cause Zenfone 2 got released this year so normally the Android M upgrade will be for sure confirmed, but we don't just know when. A talk thread about this can be found here
[SIZE=+1]Q12: What's the difference between dirty and clean flash?[/SIZE]Maybe you will be heard this many times on the forum,or if you didn't heard well i will tell you what's this all about:
Basically dirty flash is when you flash a ROM by cleaning only cache and dalvik and by complete flash we're intending to have besides the wipe cache and dalvik also the wipe data. .
[SIZE=+1]Q13: I saw Asus also released a tool to unlock the bootloader what to do?[/SIZE]Yeah, this thing was also discussed by some users. Well if you're unlocking your bootloader by the "Unofficial method" made by us on XDA Asus will not have the possibility to track your phone (Warranty things), so if you're unlocking the bootloader with the Unofficial method Asus will not directly know that your warranty is lost but if you're doing it with the official method then yes.
[SIZE=+1]Q14: I'm on CyanogenMod but i want to go back on stock[/SIZE]No problem if you want to go back on stock, just pick up the latest stock factory ROM from here: but for the fact that you're using the TWRP you will also need to modify the updater-script of your zip in order to fit and make you flash correctly the stock ROM so for that just head over here
[SIZE=+1]Q15: The stock ROM is full of apps that i don't use, how to get rid of some of them?[/SIZE]Try looking here:
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This is an informative thread in order to don't make threads for already answered questions, and to maintain a bit the order around.
I will continue to update this thread as much as i can for all the users.
Hope that's help a bit the new comers with this device
Regards
Stock android on ZF2
Hi.
Thank you very much for the super informative post. I am going to buy a ZF2 and I want to check if it is possible to run stock Android in this device. This is more an option for me and not a necessity. I just do not like customizations such as ZenUI, HTC Sense, TouchWiz and so. I have chosen this model for the price vs functionality otherwise I know that I could go for a Nexus model or a Motorola device that run on near stock android.
Thank you again.
P. S. I have never rooted any of my android devices so far. I am not familiar with the process and I always have the fear that I may brick my device.
nilac said:
[SIZE=+3]Frequently Asked Questions[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]Asus Zenfone 2[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q1: What are the variants of this phone and also the differences between them?[/SIZE]Here is a complete comparison between all the variants:
[SIZE=+1]Q2: I want to ask a question, where can i do that?[/SIZE]Before making a thread,take a look here and see if there is an already answer to your question.
If not then you can freely ask over here: ZenFone 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
[SIZE=+1]Q3: How to unlock my bootloader?[/SIZE]To unlock your bootloader just follow up this link: and the thread is made for both variants which means Z00A & Z008
[SIZE=+1]Q4: How to lock again my bootloader?[/SIZE]For now there isn't a method to lock again the bootloader so for now you can't.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: Where can i find the GApps?[/SIZE]Here: .
[SIZE=+1]Q6: How to root my device on stock ROM?[/SIZE]To Root your device first you need to have the bootloader unlocked to do this just check out the previous questions.
Well to do it, it's very simple, if you're on Windows just follow up this link:
If you are running Ubuntu or an Ubuntu based distro on your machine the process is different,and it's more complicated for a new comer.
So in order to make it simply for the user i released this zip containing an automate script so just run Zenfone2Root.sh into a terminal window and leave it work.
Download link here
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How do i install Xposed over my device?[/SIZE]
**Warning** From the latest update(The one from 04 November) Xposed Framework is not working anymore, by installing it you will result into a bootloop
If you're not on the latest one and your computer is running Windows just head over here:
But if you are running Ubuntu or an Ubuntu based distro on your machine the process is different,and it's more complicated for a new comer.
So in order to make it simply for the user i released this zip containing an automate script so just run InstallXposedFramework.sh into a terminal window and leave it work.
Download link here
[SIZE=+1]Q8: I heard there is a WhatsApp group and a Telegram one,which one is the best?[/SIZE]There isn't a best one here, but a more secure one yes there is one, and that one is Telegram of course. Me and some developers are on the Telegram group. We don't use Whatsapp because our numbers would be exposed to all the users and sincerely i and the others don't want that.
Here is the thread for the Telegram Group.
In case you still want to join the WhatsApp group here is the thread
[SIZE=+1]Q9: I rooted my Zenfone, i'm on stock and i want to update it. What to do?[/SIZE]Don't worry your answer is covered entirely here
[SIZE=+1]Q10: I have unlocked bootloader and i want to upgrade my stock ROM[/SIZE]If you are on stock ROM and you got unlocked bootloader you are able to update your phone only and only if you didn't touched any system files, like xposed, root etc.. In that case yeah you will end into a bootloop or the installation will even fails.
[SIZE=+1]Q11: We will have Android M?[/SIZE]Ok so, this was and it's still talked very much by the whole community... Nothing is confirmed for sure,we're hearing some news about the fact that Asus is actually working on it,but officially nothing was announced yet. But don't drop your hopes guys cause Zenfone 2 got released this year so normally the Android M upgrade will be for sure confirmed, but we don't just know when. A talk thread about this can be found here
[SIZE=+1]Q12: What's the difference between dirty and clean flash?[/SIZE]Maybe you will be heard this many times on the forum,or if you didn't heard well i will tell you what's this all about:
Basically dirty flash is when you flash a ROM by cleaning only cache and dalvik and by complete flash we're intending to have besides the wipe cache and dalvik also the wipe data. .
[SIZE=+1]Q13: I saw Asus also released a tool to unlock the bootloader what to do?[/SIZE]Yeah, this thing was also discussed by some users. Well if you're unlocking your bootloader by the "Unofficial method" made by us on XDA Asus will not have the possibility to track your phone (Warranty things), so if you're unlocking the bootloader with the Unofficial method Asus will not directly know that your warranty is lost but if you're doing it with the official method then yes.
[SIZE=+1]Q14: I'm on CyanogenMod but i want to go back on stock[/SIZE]No problem if you want to go back on stock, just pick up the latest stock factory ROM from here: but for the fact that you're using the TWRP you will also need to modify the updater-script of your zip in order to fit and make you flash correctly the stock ROM so for that just head over here
[SIZE=+1]Q15: The stock ROM is full of apps that i don't use, how to get rid of some of them?[/SIZE]Try looking here:
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I want multiboot in my zenfone 2 is there any feature to boot multirom at same
Tarunim Patel said:
I want multiboot in my zenfone 2 is there any feature to boot multirom at same
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That's a Work in progress now
Hi, please give me an instruction flash stock recovery to my zen2 Z00A 4GB/ 32GB, now my zen2 is on firmware 2.20.40.168 unlock bootloader + root + twrp.
Thanks
Hello everyone,
this is my first post in this forum, so i'm excusing in advance if this is the wrong place for this post.
I have a samsung tab sm-t110 which is very slow on every action. I try to format it, but I see no improvement. I then look around to know a little about root and roms.
I read several thread in this forum and i have some question.
1) I'd like to speed up my tablet and remove unnecessary apps, do I just need to root it? If yes, can you confirm is this thread the one I need to follow carefully?
2) What action do you suggest to do after?
3) If you think it would be better use a rom, which one do you suggest?
Sorry if my questions are silly, I'm new and wish to know better this world before starting manipulating my devices
And thanks to whoever will spent his time answering
As far your device, you should first root it . And thn use 3rd party soft wares to delete the unnecessary apps. This will help a lot and you can also download Lineage for your device .
I root the device successfully
Thanks for the clean and easy-to-follow guide (can't write in the thread, it's closed)
For now I'll try using the rooted device with some app.
Really last question for now, what would be the best ROM? The Lineage OS that seems will be out for the end of July?
Its cynogenmod
zubairdroid said:
Its cynogenmod
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What version? I've looked through v12.1 to 14 and neither seems to have the T110 listed as compatible
Hello, I am new to XDA and I have an un rooted HTC 10 international unlocked model on software 3.16.401.2. My HTC used to have excellent battery before the Oreo update. I did multiple tests and checks to see what the issue could be and have ruled out rogue apps or hardware issues.
I have never rooted any of my phones before but I am desperate as the battery has tanked so badly
NOW TO THE POINT
I am looking for advice on:
1. If rooting my device and using a custom version of Oreo will actually improve battery issues. (Are there others who rooted for the reason I'm considering, if so did you actually notice an improvement?)
2. If so, what is the safest/most newbie friendly method of me doing this.
PLEASE NOTE: I am very satisfied otherwise with the standard features. I have switched between htc sense launcher and smart launcher but otherwise use the phone very conventionally. I am not opposed to different features but I essentially would like to have as close to what I have now without the battery issues.
(Sorry in advance if there are 100 similar threads I'm already very concerned I'll mess
this up and manage to brick my phone so I am just trying to get clear information in a thread that's not oversaturated and is written in a layman friendly (PLEASE ) way)
Thank you everyone!
SMSJA said:
Hello, I am new to XDA and I have an un rooted HTC 10 international unlocked model on software 3.16.401.2. My HTC used to have excellent battery before the Oreo update. I did multiple tests and checks to see what the issue could be and have ruled out rogue apps or hardware issues.
I have never rooted any of my phones before but I am desperate as the battery has tanked so badly
NOW TO THE POINT
I am looking for advice on:
1. If rooting my device and using a custom version of Oreo will actually improve battery issues. (Are there others who rooted for the reason I'm considering, if so did you actually notice an improvement?)
2. If so, what is the safest/most newbie friendly method of me doing this.
PLEASE NOTE: I am very satisfied otherwise with the standard features. I have switched between htc sense launcher and smart launcher but otherwise use the phone very conventionally. I am not opposed to different features but I essentially would like to have as close to what I have now without the battery issues.
(Sorry in advance if there are 100 similar threads I'm already very concerned I'll mess
this up and manage to brick my phone so I am just trying to get clear information in a thread that's not oversaturated and is written in a layman friendly (PLEASE ) way)
Thank you everyone!
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1: No, routing your OS won't be the fix for your battery problems.
2: it's the way everybody had to do it, unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP with fastboot and flash a custom rom. It's all explained in the guides section.
Mr Hofs said:
1: No, routing your OS won't be the fix for your battery problems.
2: it's the way everybody had to do it, unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP with fastboot and flash a custom rom. It's all explained in the guides section.
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Thanks for your response! I am currently doing more research now after reading your helpful comment ?. Would I still be able to use the phones default launcher (HTC sense in my case) after unlocking the bootloader and flashing a custom rom or will every part of the UI now be different?
Mr Hofs said:
1: No, routing your OS won't be the fix for your battery problems.
2: it's the way everybody had to do it, unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP with fastboot and flash a custom rom. It's all explained in the guides section.
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What about gaining S-Off and reverting to Nougat and Nougat firmware? Seems with all the battery complaints that came along with the Oreo update, there is some validity in asking such a question.
SMSJA said:
Thanks for your response! I am currently doing more research now after reading your helpful comment ?. Would I still be able to use the phones default launcher (HTC sense in my case) after unlocking the bootloader and flashing a custom rom or will every part of the UI now be different?
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Yes as long as you flash a sense based rom the UI will not change.
product26 said:
What about gaining S-Off and reverting to Nougat and Nougat firmware? Seems with all the battery complaints that came along with the Oreo update, there is some validity in asking such a question.
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You can also downgrade without s-off but it's a bit trickier, there is a dedicated thread in the guides section that covered this. Have a look there for all info, there is also a video in that specific thread that shows how to do it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-10/how-to/downgrade-problems-downgrading-htc-10-t3735658/page48
But the basic question is also relevant, yes you can gain s-off and downgrade by flashing the firmware and then the ruu or a custom nougat rom.