Hi
Does anyone know anything a out the current status of Flashfire on the Pixel (XL)?
I've tried to backup data and the screen turned black, afterwards I hard to hard reset the phone to get it working again.
niko26 said:
Hi
Does anyone know anything a out the current status of Flashfire on the Pixel (XL)?
I've tried to backup data and the screen turned black, afterwards I hard to hard reset the phone to get it working again.
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Good place to start https://plus.google.com/+Chainfire
danw_oz said:
Good place to start https://plus.google.com/+Chainfire
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I've tried to contact him already, plus asked him in one of his threads/posts. No response.
niko26 said:
I've tried to contact him already, plus asked him in one of his threads/posts. No response.
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It's probably because he got sick of being asked the same question over and over again.
If I read the XDA forums http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/paid-software/flashfire-t3075433 searching for the word PIXEL. This app appears that people have this working on Pixel XL, but not since the November release
danw_oz said:
It's probably because he got sick of being asked the same question over and over again.
If I read the XDA forums http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/paid-software/flashfire-t3075433 searching for the word PIXEL. This app appears that people have this working on Pixel XL, but not since the November release
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Thanks for your comment.
I was not asking why he was not replying to my questions - I've got total sympathy for that because the number of messages he might get must be insane.
My question still stands: Obviously Flashfire is not yet aware of the different layout of partitions on the Pixel phones. Does it still work correctly? If not, did Chainfire say anything about Flashfire being fixed to work with the pixels? I couldn't find anything, that's why I'm asking here.
I assume any announcement on it working on the Pixel will be made when it works on the Pixel. Much like superSU. (hope that doesnt sound like an ass thing to say) it's just the way things have been. unless someone else works on something and it looks like they are going to beat another dev to the punch, you don't usually see any info, much like boot-loader unlocks, rooting of a certain phone etc.. i.e when there is a bounty and team blahblah looks like they gonna take the glory, BANG! suddenly there's a solution that said dev was already working on secretly but wasn't planing on releasing any time soon but since there's competition, kinda thing. Know what I mean?
SuperSU is going to be a much higher priority for him to get going reliably with twrp and the new partition layout.
larsdennert said:
SuperSU is going to be a much higher priority for him to get going reliably with twrp and the new partition layout.
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Hey just curious what you mean by this. I know that TWRP has some bugs but I thought everything with SuperSU was worked out
I'm thinking they are still working on having them coexist without one wiping the other
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I'm thinking they are still working on having them coexist without one wiping the other
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No they work fine, especially SuperSU. TWRP is in alpha but works for installing and most other things but backup and restore does not yet.
larsdennert said:
I'm thinking they are still working on having them coexist without one wiping the other
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Wow, that was like week number one.
You're waaaaaay behind on updates.
Lol then we should get on chain fires case
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SuperSU is going to be a much higher priority for him to get going reliably with twrp and the new partition layout.
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What? SuperSU working perfectly with twrp. As others said twrp still in alpha and some features are iffy, but SuperSU is solid.
Without Flashfire, how do we install a new OTA update if we are rooted? What's the proper/safe procedure?
s1dest3pnate said:
Without Flashfire, how do we install a new OTA update if we are rooted? What's the proper/safe procedure?
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Are you verizon?
Because if you're verizon then add Verizon to your profile so people can appropriately address your questions.
And add your freaking state/country while you're at it. :good:
CZ Eddie said:
Are you verizon?
Because if you're verizon then add Verizon to your profile so people can appropriately address your questions.
And add your freaking state/country while you're at it. :good:
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My apologies. T-Mobile, US - added to profile. Thanks for the suggestion!
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Without Flashfire, how do we install a new OTA update if we are rooted? What's the proper/safe procedure?
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You can sideload the update via ADB supposedly.
I've never used that method though.
I just flash the entire update on top of my old OS using flashboot and my guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-xl/how-to/info-how-restored-to-stock-soft-t3494478
Make sure to remove the -w from the script if you don't want your old data/apps wiped.
Then re-root your phone afterwards.
Nothing to worry about there if it's not a Verizon phone.
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Without Flashfire, how do we install a new OTA update if we are rooted? What's the proper/safe procedure?
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I do it like in this guide http://www.droid-life.com/2013/02/1...date-a-nexus-without-root-or-custom-recovery/
Very helpful, thanks guys. I did it and it worked - ran flash-all with -w removed. I wonder though if there's any downside to doing this that may not have been identified yet, such as extra space being taken up or diminished performance (even if negligible) possibly due to some duplication of data or something like that.
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Very helpful, thanks guys. I did it and it worked - ran flash-all with -w removed. I wonder though if there's any downside to doing this that may not have been identified yet, such as extra space being taken up or diminished performance (even if negligible) possibly due to some duplication of data or something like that.
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No, no downside at all. Flash all without the -w is how most people do it. It could even be argued that it is better.
Sent from my Pixel XL using XDA Labs
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Anyone flash the newest ota? Any differences?
Just updated yesterday. I was hoping it would finally be on 5.1.1 but don't see any difference. Still had the annoying priority notifications and heads up notifications. Glad to see someone else is still squeezing life outta their note 3.
Is there a root out for this firmware yet?
mayur420 said:
Just updated yesterday. I was hoping it would finally be on 5.1.1 but don't see any difference. Still had the annoying priority notifications and heads up notifications. Glad to see someone else is still squeezing life outta their note 3.
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There are a lot of users out there otherwise this update wouldn't have happened. They need to have a certain amount of users to justify updating. I'm glad as this phone is still a beast, and going strong.
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Is there a root out for this firmware yet?
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Root works like any other recent version. Just look in the threads for the method you want. If it worked at least for four versions ago, it should still work now.
bobbyphoenix said:
There are a lot of users out there otherwise this update wouldn't have happened. They need to have a certain amount of users to justify updating. I'm glad as this phone is still a beast, and going strong.
Root works like any other recent version. Just look in the threads for the method you want. If it worked at least for four versions ago, it should still work now.
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Ok I tried kingroot it said that it wasn't adaptable yet. So does that mean I should wait a while for a new root to come out or just try another way?
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Ok I tried kingroot it said that it wasn't adaptable yet. So does that mean I should wait a while for a new root to come out or just try another way?
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I think that's the only one I never used. Follow this thread for rooting. I've used this for all my Note 3 roots. You just need to do the rooting steps.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2672393
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I think that's the only one I never used. Follow this thread for rooting. I've used this for all my Note 3 roots. You just need to do the rooting steps.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2672393
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I'll try it hopefully I don't brick it. I rooted it once before but unrooted it to update it. My Knox is already tripped do I don't care about that. Just don't wanna brick it .
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There are a lot of users out there otherwise this update wouldn't have happened. They need to have a certain amount of users to justify updating. I'm glad as this phone is still a beast, and going strong.
Root works like any other recent version. Just look in the threads for the method you want. If it worked at least for four versions ago, it should still work now.
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Yes. The bootloader is unlocked!
Isaiahrasheed said:
Ok I tried kingroot it said that it wasn't adaptable yet. So does that mean I should wait a while for a new root to come out or just try another way?
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You don't need to use kingroot. Just flash TWRP via download mode and flash SuperSU.
This is really great! What security update does it have? It would be really great to have a deodexed version. I tried on the previous
version, but failed. Does anyone have good pointers on deodexing?
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This is really great! What security update does it have? It would be really great to have a deodexed version. I tried on the previous
version, but failed. Does anyone have good pointers on deodexing?
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The firmware version is great. Custom roms usually come deoxed. Try magma ux build
Before I buy, just like the title says, any problems or hiccups with unlock and root?
Thanks
Droid_Nut said:
Before I buy, just like the title says, any problems or hiccups with unlock and root?
Thanks
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Not if it's a google version device. Just make sure it is before you buy :good:
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Not if it's a google version device. Just make sure it is before you buy :good:
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Great, I already have a Google Fi model in the shopping cart at the Google store. :good:
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Great, I already have a Google Fi model in the shopping cart at the Google store. :good:
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Nice! Let us ol P2XL users know if you need any help unlocking and rooting. There are many helpful threads to help you on your way. :good:
Badger50 said:
Nice! Let us ol P2XL users know if you need any help unlocking and rooting. There are many helpful threads to help you on your way. :good:
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Thanks Badger, what is the best thread to start with?
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Thanks Badger, what is the best thread to start with?
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No problem bruh. Here you go :good::good:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/guide-unlock-flash-root-pixel-2-xl-t3702418
So I wont see my Pixel until next week, what is the latest stock update, pie or oreo? Once it wears on me, I will probably try a custom rom.
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So I wont see my Pixel until next week, what is the latest stock update, pie or oreo? Once it wears on me, I will probably try a custom rom.
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Latest stock is 9.0 and has been since last August :good:
Fedex had delivery scheduled for Tuesday due to some problem in Tennessee, so I did not bother looking at the tracking today, and they did attempt delivery, and I missed it.
Anyways, where is the best place on the phone to put all the install files so they don't get wiped, since we don't have an external SD?
In my Nexus I have 0, or sdcard?
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Fedex had delivery scheduled for Tuesday due to some problem in Tennessee, so I did not bother looking at the tracking today, and they did attempt delivery, and I missed it.
Anyways, where is the best place on the phone to put all the install files so they don't get wiped, since we don't have an external SD?
In my Nexus I have 0, or sdcard?
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Anywhere on your internal storage will be fine. But here's the deal, when you get your device, unlock it ASAP before you set it up too much, or put any data on it. Unlocking the bootloader is going to wipe your device. Once done, then go to town setting it up. You can do updates with fastboot or OTA's that will not wipe your internal storage data :good:
So I am going to get it, add sim, test it, unlock it, boot the TWRP image from PC, make a nandroid backup, copy backup to PC, boot TWRP image, install latest Pixel factory image, install Magisk, install TWRP zip, reboot system, profit!
How does that sound?
BTW Badger, you are awesome, I wish you had a donate link, you helped me with my 6P, and maybe other devices. :good:
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So I am going to get it, add sim, test it, unlock it, boot the TWRP image from PC, make a nandroid backup, copy backup to PC, boot TWRP image, install latest Pixel factory image, install Magisk, install TWRP zip, reboot system, profit!
How does that sound?
BTW Badger, you are awesome, I wish you had a donate link, you helped me with my 6P, and maybe other devices. :good:
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Thanks bruh, I appreciate the kind words, but it's just fun for me to help folks out.
As far as when you get the device, I'd fire it up, do a minimal setup, then check to see if you get an OTA update, which I think you will, then unlock the bootloader, then go back and set it up, then do your twrp stuff :good:
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Thanks bruh, I appreciate the kind words, but it's just fun for me to help folks out.
As far as when you get the device, I'd fire it up, do a minimal setup, then check to see if you get an OTA update, which I think you will, then unlock the bootloader, then go back and set it up, then do your twrp stuff :good:
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So will it get multiple updates, or just the latest?
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So will it get multiple updates, or just the latest?
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Probably just the latest. Then again, I haven't taken an OTA in years
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Probably just the latest. Then again, I haven't taken an OTA in years
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Usually it takes all available updates, one at a time until it gets to the latest. You have to reboot between each one. I guess I can check against the factory image site, and see how many it needs and if its a lot, flash the latest image?
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Usually it takes all available updates, one at a time until it gets to the latest. You have to reboot between each one.
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Ah, gotchya. Well then depending what version your on, you could either fastboot to the latest monthly or flash the OTA in twrp :good:
Well, one of the dirt bags at FedEx stole the device only out of the box. Seems to be common.
https://www.reddit.com/r/ProjectFi/comments/a1s8wo/another_pixel_3_stolen_from_the_fedex_shipping/
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Well, one of the dirt bags at FedEx stole the device only out of the box. Seems to be common.
https://www.reddit.com/r/ProjectFi/comments/a1s8wo/another_pixel_3_stolen_from_the_fedex_shipping/
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Are you flippin kidding me man! What a rotten piece of worm ridden filth that dude is! Sorry to hear that my friend. That just plain SUCKS! I hate thieves!! ?
Too bad it's not the olden days! :good:
And Google seems to treat each case as if the consumer stole the product out of the box, like what am I going to do with a phone that has a locked IMEI?
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And Google seems to treat each case as if the consumer stole the product out of the box, like what am I going to do with a phone that has a locked IMEI?
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Well I hope they work it out for you and treat you right my friend! :good:
Just wondering when the new security update will be out as I feel the last one is making my battery drain quite a lot. Tried all the normal routine stuff and still nothing specially after two factory resets. Here is hoping that with the new software it will be fixed
Hey Goku80, judging solely by past-trends, it should most certainly be out today.
It's live guys! https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/crosshatch-pq3a.190801.002-factory-15db810d.zip
Flashed August full image from google website and touchscreen doesn't work. Can't even use pin to access phone. Anyone else?
BoboBrazil said:
Flashed August full image from google website and touchscreen doesn't work. Can't even use pin to access phone. Anyone else?
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Could I flash it without root? Sorry it has been a long while since I did something like this. I remember on the OnePlus you could flash manually
ota is not here yet
Goku80 said:
Could I flash it without root? Sorry it has been a long while since I did something like this. I remember on the OnePlus you could flash manually
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The OTA can be flashed using stock recovery. No wipe.
spotmark said:
The OTA can be flashed using stock recovery. No wipe.
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True but means I need to use ADB which I don't have a pc
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True but means I need to use ADB which I don't have a pc
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You can flash it as long as your BL is unlocked. It has nothing to do with root. You still need to use the flash-all batch file though, so a computer is still necessary.
Hi all,
Pixel 3 XL
Android 10(QP1A.190711.020)
ELEMENTALX-P3-2.05
Have a look at attached screenshots, how would one apply the new update without messing it up, i finally have GPay working, and I really want to keep it that way.
Thanks
I cant seem to be able to upload attachments, "url can not prase" ?
Not sure about keeping Google pay, but I followed A/B slot update from here https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/blob/master/docs/tutorials.md
Everything is working fine on QP1A.190711.020.C3
You will need to reflash the kernel.
Only using systemless hosts and edge sense modules in magisk.
rob42ert said:
Hi all,
Pixel 3 XL
Android 10(QP1A.190711.020)
ELEMENTALX-P3-2.05
Have a look at attached screenshots, how would one apply the new update without messing it up, i finally have GPay working, and I really want to keep it that way.
Thanks
I cant seem to be able to upload attachments, "url can not prase"
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How'd you get Google Pay working?
I flashed the complete system img removing the -w and re-rooted (pulled boot.img from the zip and had magisk patch it and flash in fastboot)
rquinn19 said:
How'd you get Google Pay working?
I flashed the complete system img removing the -w and re-rooted (pulled boot.img from the zip and had magisk patch it and flash in fastboot)
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Gpay i got it working with BostonDan method.
Can you please link Boston Dan method?
skaforey said:
Can you please link Boston Dan method?
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pretty easy to google BostonDan and Google Pay. First result. https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/magisk-google-pay-gms-17-1-22-pie-t3929950
Edit: Just tried it on my rooted Android 10 3XL and I was able to add my cards. Haven't used it yet but generally if I can add cards I can use it. Thanks
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pretty easy to google BostonDan and Google Pay. First result. https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/magisk-google-pay-gms-17-1-22-pie-t3929950
Edit: Just tried it on my rooted Android 10 3XL and I was able to add my cards. Haven't used it yet but generally if I can add cards I can use it. Thanks
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I have been using that method since the day he posted it on a 3 and 3 XL. Both are on 10, and got clean wiped to do so. Both had card reinstalled and have been used at the terminal since the c3 update.
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I have been using that method since the day he posted it on a 3 and 3 XL. Both are on 10, and got clean wiped to do so. Both had card reinstalled and have been used at the terminal since the c3 update.
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Good to hear.! I have a WearOS watch with Google Pay so I haven't had a need to use my phone much.
I have to get rid of ElementalX without losing all my stuff. This kernel has many bugs, my assistent won't start when squeezed anymore.
Is there a way?
rob42ert said:
I have to get rid of ElementalX without losing all my stuff. This kernel has many bugs, my assistent won't start when squeezed anymore.
Is there a way?
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How exactly have you determined that it is the kernel, and what does "many bug" mean? There are a lot of us who are using ElementalX on 10 with no issues including assistant squeeze. You can start by installing any other kernel available in the "Google Pixel 3 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Development" section (you will need to re-root) and see if it makes any difference. It would also be a good idea if you posted in the dedicated thread for ElementalX. Besides getting user answers, @flar2 will be able to answer any questions specific since it is his kernel.
As for possible issues, how you installed could (dirty, clean, OTA/OTA sideload, factory image in BL) make a very possible difference as well as what version you have installed (specifically if you installed the new c3 image). It sounds like you have a bad Android 10 install and are going to end up needing a full clean install. Good luck.
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I have to get rid of ElementalX without losing all my stuff. This kernel has many bugs, my assistent won't start when squeezed anymore.
Is there a way?
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There are no bugs in ElementalX kernel.
Hi there!
I've installed the full OTA SQ1D.211205.016.A4 using Adb sideload but I had have installed another OTA version, specifically SQ1D.211205.016.A1.
I've tried to install the correct version over using adb sideload but it fails because it says is an older version.
How can I install the correct OTA for my Pixel 6 Pro?
Cheers.
sgbmad said:
Hi there!
I've installed the full OTA SQ1D.211205.016.A4 using Adb sideload but I had have installed another OTA version, specifically SQ1D.211205.016.A1.
I've tried to install the correct version over using adb sideload but it fails because it says is an older version.
How can I install the correct OTA for my Pixel 6 Pro?
Cheers.
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Hmm strange, as I'd done similarly in that I'd installed A1 and needed A4. However I didn't experience an issue with side loading...
Perhaps you could try flashing the full factory image but with the -w removal (research this fully) to avoid data loss, so essentially dirty flashing the full image should help?
cd993 said:
Hmm strange, as I'd done similarly in that I'd installed A1 and needed A4. However I didn't experience an issue with side loading...
Perhaps you could try flashing the full factory image but with the -w removal (research this fully) to avoid data loss, so essentially dirty flashing the full image should help?
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Thank you for your response cd993. Then, a full factory image flash with full wipe also works, it's true?
sgbmad said:
Thank you for your response cd993. Then, a full factory image flash with full wipe also works, it's true?
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Sure, a full wipe will indeed clear all data of yours and install the factory image. But I'd try first to remove the line of code in the flash-all.bat file that prevents a data wipe. Plus also there's the factor of keeping root, if you are actually rooted. Let me know if you need any guidance on this though there are lots of info around on these forums
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Sure, a full wipe will indeed clear all data of yours and install the factory image. But I'd try first to remove the line of code in the flash-all.bat file that prevents a data wipe. Plus also there's the factor of keeping root, if you are actually rooted. Let me know if you need any guidance on this though there are lots of info around on these forums
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Thank you so much,
Well, first of all I would need to know where download the factory image and how can I remove the code in the flash-all.bat. If you show me where can I found that info your help will be very apreciate.
On the other hand, I still have no clear what would be the version I need. I bought the phone at the Google Store in Germany. Also, I do not really do not know what the difference between one version is and if it really is important to put the one that corresponds to you.
sgbmad said:
Thank you so much,
Well, first of all I would need to know where download the factory image and how can I remove the code in the flash-all.bat. If you show me where can I found that info your help will be very apreciate.
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No problem. The factory image can be found here:
https://developers.google.com/android/images
Are you wanting to root? Forgive me I'm mistaken, though I sense that you are relatively new to this and so I'd suggest following the guide found here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/pixel-6-pro-easy-step-by-step-unlock-root.4361847/
cd993 said:
No problem. The factory image can be found here:
https://developers.google.com/android/images
Are you wanting to root? Forgive me I'm mistaken, though I sense that you are relatively new to this and so I'd suggest following the guide found here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/pixel-6-pro-easy-step-by-step-unlock-root.4361847/
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Well, I'm not new to this really, but it is my first Pixel. Long time ago I was addicted to flash ROMs
Currently I prefer to use the phone without root.
sgbmad said:
Well, I'm not new to this really, but it is my first Pixel. Long time ago I was addicted to flash ROMs
Currently I prefer to use the phone without root.
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Great, you'll enjoy this phone!
There's lots of how-to guides on this forum so give them all a good read to benefit your understanding on how the Pixel works and let us know if any questions
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Great, you'll enjoy this phone!
There's lots of how-to guides on this forum so give them all a good read to benefit your understanding on how the Pixel works and let us know if any questions
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Thank you cd993
I didn't know the Android Flashing Tool for Chrome. There is an option to flash without wipe the device. I'll probably use this tool for flash an image.
sgbmad said:
Thank you cd993
I didn't know the Android Flashing Tool for Chrome. There is an option to flash without wipe the device. I'll probably use this tool for flash an image.
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Yeah that's a very handy one, especially when not wanting to root.
Have fun!
cd993 said:
Yeah that's a very handy one, especially when not wanting to root.
Have fun!
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Sure! I think I'll wait for Google says something about this:
[U: Not the wrong build] Latest Google Pixel 6 update is causing network issues in Europe
Some Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners in Europe have found that the December update is causing various network issues on their phones.
9to5google.com
Thanks!