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[STOCK][C69XX][4.3] Update to 14.2.A.1.136 [Root & XZDR][LB/UB][DE-/ODEX]

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Requirements:
Flashtool 0.9.13 by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.7.76 BETA or newer.
Current rooted FW version: 14.2.A.0.290 .
Special features:
SuperSU integrated in system, FULL ROOT!
XZDualRecovery 2.7.80 BETA (CWM & PhilZ Touch & TWRP) pre-installed;
init.d support (read how to enable)
For both locked and unlocked bootloaders!
In the following guide I suggest you use an external SDCard but that's just good practice, you can use your internal storage or even an USB OTG storage device in TWRP if you like to install, that's no problem!... If you are modding and the likes, best is to have an external sdcard, just for safeties sake.
If you are unable to download torrent files directly, have http://zbigz.com/ do it for you!
How to update to 14.2.A.1.136:
Files:
For C6902: Download C6902_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip (Bittorrent: 926MB) and C6902_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf (21MB)
For C6903: Download C6903_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip (Bittorrent: 806MB) and C6903_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf (21MB)
For C6906: Download C6906_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip (Bittorrent: 872MB) and C6906_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf (21MB)
For C6943: Download C6943_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip (Bittorrent: 889MB) and C6943_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf (21MB)
Save them somewhere you remember;
Put 'C69XX_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C69XX_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard' (the internal storage!);
Flash 'C69XX_14.2.A.1.136.flashable.zip' in TWRP;
NOTE: do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C69XX_14.2.A.1.136_Stripped.ftf' using flashtool;
Reboot to system.
The first boot will be slow and after some time at the boot animation you will see Android start optimizing the apps on your phone.
Enjoy! :laugh:
Unlocked bootloader?
To be able to use this ROM without any special tweaking, download C6903_14.2.A.1.136_kernel.img and
Code:
fastboot flash boot C6903_14.2.A.1.136_kernel.img
Or use flashtool to flash it.
It is a kernel repack, with only one change. To confirm you are running this kernel, check if the file '/nuts_repack' exists.
DE-ODEX your ROM!
Make sure you have the flashable ROM installed before you do this.
Download C6903_14.2.A.1.136_deodex.zip (Bittorrent: 412MB), save it somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6903_14.2.A.1.136_deodex.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
Flash 'C6903_14.2.A.1.136_deodex.zip' in recovery, do not reboot but go back to the main menu;
Clear dalvik-cache ONLY;
Reboot to system.
The first boot after flashing this you will see Android optimizing the apps on your phone, this might take a while... but should be just fine
Known XZDualRecovery Issues:
Busybox Updater/Installer: If you have XZDualRecovery installed, un-install any Busybox updating app/tool as most if not all of them will install a version of busybox which does not support the lzma compression applets XZDualRecovery depends on. The version installed together with XZDualRecovery is very stable and I have yet to hear anyone complain about it's stability.
How to report errors:
Please, before shouting out "It doesn't work!!1!" or "I lost root!" or even "My phone reboots when remounting /system RW!!" try the following:
Restore any JB 4.2.2 FTF using any means you are familiar with so you can try again.
Root it using any means you are familiar with.
Install XZDualRecovery;
Update to 14.2.A.0.290;
Then try to update again using TWRP.
If it still fails something from there on: LOGS!!.
NOTE: The important ones can be found in /cache/recovery and in /sdcard1/XZDualRecovery, pack them up and send them to me or attach them to your bug report.
Thank you
XDA:DevDB Information
[STOCK][C69XX][4.3] Update to 14.2.A.1.136 [Root & XZDR][LB/UB][DE-/ODEX], a ROM for the Sony Xperia Z1
Contributors
[NUT]
ROM OS Version: 4.3.x Jellybean
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
ROM Firmware Required: 14.2.A.0.290
Based On: STOCK
Version Information
Status: Stable
Stable Release Date: 2014-01-31
Created 2014-01-29
Last Updated 2014-02-01

FAQ & Tips and Tricks
Easy switching between locked and unlocked bootloader states!
NOTE: USE TWRP ONLY for this guide.
NOTE 2: You NEED to have XZDualRecovery 2.7.43 or higher to make this work.
Create a backup, including the Trim Area (TA!)
Unlock your bootloader
Restore backup without TA
Create a new backup of your UNLOCKED TA
Restore the previous TA backup to relock your phone.
Done :good:
Now you can switch between locked and unlocked bootloaders quick and painless: no more system wipes and you can basically do whatever you want
How to enable init.d support:
Open a filemanager app and navigate to the location where the XZDualRecovery folder is located and go in to it. Open XZDR.prop as a text file and set dr.initd.active to true.
NOTE: For this guide ROM it means the init.d script called 99SuperSUDaemon will kick in to action, so it's best to disable (by setting chmod 644) /system/etc/install-recovery.sh for the time being or to clear it's contents.
Done
Downgrading to a 4.2 ROM:
Download C6903_14.1.G.1.534_[NUT].ftf (Bittorrent: 770MB) and flash it using FlashTool. I've also added the FTF to the downloads page on this DevDB tab, this will allow straight downloads as well.
This FTF will allow you to downgrade to .534 without loss of your IMEI :good:
Thanks to @mharckk and @MohammadAG for the workaround which contributed to the creation of this FTF.

ROM STATUS: STABLE
At this moment, running out of time to sleep before work tomorrow, I have to put this online still with a SEMI-ROOT
Fortunately recovery is working well, so I will be able to release a simple patch once I crack this one :good:
No patch required, it was my sleep deprived stupidity which resulted in a stupid mistake!

Hahaaaa nice work mon ami ^_^
Sent from my GT-I9505 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

I'm not much of a developer, but there is one thing im good at seeding! :good:

@[NUT] it just have SEMI Root???
Another RIC must to crack??

Thank you @[NUT]. You're awesome
Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk

Is this normal, in this case to have /system without RW ?

binoslaw said:
Is this normal, in this case to have /system without RW ?
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For this version, yes... Will try to find a solution tonight...
The rom is fine to use and some root tasks can still be performed, using recovery you are able to install just about everything... Provided it is flashable of course

Yes, I know. BTW great work. I need RW because I would like to uninstall some apps.
Anyway. I'm waiting for Your magic.
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binoslaw said:
Yes, I know. BTW great work. I need RW because I would like to uninstall some apps.
Anyway. I'm waiting for Your magic.
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You can use twrp for that too you know
Boot twrp, mount system, go to advanced and then the file manager. Navigate to system/app and tap all files you want to do something with... :highfive:

Will /system remount work on an Unlocked Bootloader?

mynameisjon said:
Will /system remount work on an Unlocked Bootloader?
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Only with a patched ramdisk on the stock kernel I'm afraid... I can do that though, it's not that hard
If anyone wants a patched ramdisk-kernel for this ROM, let me know. I won't integrate a recovery though, just the RW patch.
BIG NOTE: it is intended for use on an UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ONLY then ... just FYI
Because of your question @mynameisjon I reallized that with the guide in post #2, it should be fairly easy to switch between locked and unlocked TA+kernel sets

[NUT] said:
Only with a patched ramdisk on the stock kernel I'm afraid... I can do that though, it's not that hard
If anyone wants a patched ramdisk-kernel for this ROM, let me know. I won't integrate a recovery though, just the RW patch.
BIG NOTE: it is intended for use on an UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ONLY then ... just FYI
Because of your question @mynameisjon I reallized that with the guide in post #2, it should be fairly easy to switch between locked and unlocked TA+kernel sets
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Would be awesome if you could provide the ramdisk-kernel. I'm assuming that it's a boot.img and that I'd have to install the dual recovery seperately?

[NUT] said:
Only with a patched ramdisk on the stock kernel I'm afraid... I can do that though, it's not that hard
If anyone wants a patched ramdisk-kernel for this ROM, let me know. I won't integrate a recovery though, just the RW patch.
BIG NOTE: it is intended for use on an UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ONLY then ... just FYI
Because of your question @mynameisjon I reallized that with the guide in post #2, it should be fairly easy to switch between locked and unlocked TA+kernel sets
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For Locked booloader you can use the same root method of 259?

mynameisjon said:
Would be awesome if you could provide the ramdisk-kernel. I'm assuming that it's a boot.img and that I'd have to install the dual recovery seperately?
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Correct. But if you use my ROM package, recovery will already have been integrated.

fer2503 said:
For Locked booloader you can use the same root method of 259?
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I'm assuming you mean .290? Well... that same method has been applied in this ROM... but to no avail unfortunately, it needs some updating unfortunately.

Yes, you are right, i mean 290. I Hope you Can find a solution

[NUT] said:
Correct. But if you use my ROM package, recovery will already have been integrated.
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Does an unlocked bootloader still require flashing the stripped package?

mynameisjon said:
Does an unlocked bootloader still require flashing the stripped package?
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Yes sir, it contains all the bits the flashable zip can not flash. I did not check if the kernel itself changed to be honest, so maybe this ROM will work fine on any .290 kernel... but i still need to test that.
Loads of stuff to do tonight

TWRP CMD Installer for P6 V1.1.3

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NOTICE: Go here for my newer tool here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52973530
ABOUT​This is a very simple CMD UI to install the TWRP (Jellybean and Kitkat) for the P6, as well as to revert back to stock recovery. There is also option to unlock bootloader, but I'm not very sure that it works.
Hope this makes flashing TWRP/Stock recoveries easier!
This is my first time making something for xda. I would be excited to hear any feedback or suggestions.
FEATURES
TWRP Installing for Jellybean, Kitkat B506, and OMNI ROM.
Reverting to stock recovery for Jellybean and Kitkat B506.
Entering into recovery.
Unlocking device (untested)​
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked Bootloader (You can use this tool or install B506)
KITKAT B506 Based ROM
OMNI Based ROM
JELLYBEAN Based ROM
DRIVERS FOR HUAWEI P6-U06 or P6-U00
DOWLOADS
TWRP Installer V1.1.3b
TWRP Installer V1.1.3a
TWRP Installer V1.1.2
TWRP Installer V1.1.0
TWRP Installer V1.0.1
TWRP Installer V1.0.0
INSTRUCTIONS​Here are the steps:
1. Download file here. http://goo.gl/6nONyf
2. Extract the rar to desktop.
3. Run "TWRP_Installer.exe". I don't believe you need admin settings.
4. And just follow instructions on the screen from there.
WHAT IF MY PHONE WON'T BOOT?​Do not worry! Just follow the instructions below!
However, you will have to enter into fastboot mode manually before you use the tool. This is how:
1. Plug in your phone to a computer.
2. Press down power and volume(-) for 10 seconds, and wait for your device to turn off. Do not let go.
3. After you see Huawei logo for 2 seconds, release the power button.
4. After 5 seconds, release the volume (-) button.
5. This will enter into fastboot mode, and then you can continue to use the tool. From there, you would either:
a) Install Stock Kitkat/Jellybean Recovery, b) TWRP Kitkat/Jellybean
6. Enter recovery mode. If you choose stock recovery, download an UPDATE.APP and install the OS likewise. If you choose TWRP, download a custom rom, and install the OS likewise.
CREDITS​ @surdu, @TeamWin, @tauio111 .
Here is the OP of TWRP. Make sure you thank surdu for his hard work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2709353
Here is the OP for bootloader unlock. Make sure to thank tauio111.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50741449
Here is the old work that I had posted. This gave me the thought to make the CMD installer.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49986799&postcount=10
And don't forget to thank me of course:laugh:
If you repost my work, make sure to give credits to me.
SCREENSHOTS
CHANGELOG​2014-Apr-07 - V 1.0.0
Initial Release
2014-Apr-09 - V 1.0.1
Added Support For Jellybean
Added Bootloader Unlock
Added Boot.img Restore
2014-Apr-12 - V 1.1.0
Removed issue for external dll dependency
Removed .bat file dependency to avoid accidental executing
Move recovery.img, boot.img, adb.exe, fastboot.exe into another folder, easier to find TWRP_Installer.
2014-Apr-14 - V 1.1.2
Updated to newest surdu's 2.7.0.0 TWRP
Included boot.img OMNI and B506 for TWRP internal storage support
Fixed a bug issue with option 5 and 6
2014-Apr-24 - V 1.1.3a
Fixed an issue with option 1
2014-May-5 - V 1.1.3b
Added support to Windows XP
XDA:DevDB Information
CMD TWRP Installer, Tool/Utility for the Huawei Ascend P6
Contributors
bokchoi2020, surdu, tauio111
Version Information
Status: No Longer Updated
Created 2014-07-04
Last Updated 2014-07-04

thx

Curcio said:
thx
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No problem! If I have time, next update I may include choice to install Jellybean Twrp and Jellybean stock!

OK, Update released!
To 1.0.1! More details in the OP thread!

My Phone is Stuck!
Please help,
My phone is stuck after i accidentally installed the OMNI boot image from this tool on the stock Kitkat B506. The problem is that "TWRP_Installer_1.0.1.exe" was not working, asking for some missing .dll. Then i just double clicked on "omni_boot_kitkat.bat" and without waiting for my input or confirmation, it went ahead and did something. Now i am stuck on the android logo. I don't have TWRP also. Please help me to bring the system back to normal.
-Majrul

majrul said:
Please help,
My phone is stuck after i accidentally installed the OMNI boot image from this tool on the stock Kitkat B506. The problem is that "TWRP_Installer_1.0.1.exe" was not working, asking for some missing .dll. Then i just double clicked on "omni_boot_kitkat.bat" and without waiting for my input or confirmation, it went ahead and did something. Now i am stuck on the android logo. I don't have TWRP also. Please help me to bring the system back to normal.
-Majrul
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Click the stock_boot_kitkat.bat to revert to stock boot.img.
Or just do
fastboot flash boot boot.img
I will look into the issue with the dll library being missing.
Sent from my P6-U06 using xda app-developers app

bokchoi2020 said:
Click the stock_boot_kitkat.bat to revert to stock boot.img.
Or just do
fastboot flash boot boot.img
I will look into the issue with the dll library being missing.
Sent from my P6-U06 using xda app-developers app
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I am unable to, because i am getting this error everytime:
error: device unauthorized. Please check the confirmation dialog on your device.
And there is nothing on the screen except an android logo. I am unable to do anything!

majrul said:
I am unable to, because i am getting this error everytime:
error: device unauthorized. Please check the confirmation dialog on your device.
And there is nothing on the screen except an android logo. I am unable to do anything!
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Shoot.... but how is that possible?
When you install the omni boot.img, it requires usb debugging enabled, with RSA fingerprint from the computer to be whitelisted.
It installed, so clearly you had the RSA fingerprint whitelisted...
But now when you try to install the stock boot.img now it blacklisted the RSA fingerprint...
Ok, you can give this a shot but I'm not sure if it will work.
1. Get an SD card, put the B506 update on it.
2. Reboot into recovery with power and (+)(-) buttons.
3. Then reinstall the B506 update.
The update should replace the boot.img.
If it still doesn't work, do a factory reset/ partition wipe from the recovery.
I'm sorry for the inconvenience that this may have caused you.
I will look deeply into this issue.

Can u explain more? I don't get it
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Thy Boss said:
Can u explain more? I don't get it
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Basically my exe didn't start on his computer because I didn't compile the program with a static library. I'm going to fix that.
Then he went ahead and tried running one of my scripts, which installed the OMNI kernel. But he was using B506 stock, which then made his device not boot due to different ramdisk config.
I then suggest that he reflash the stock boot.img which I included in another batch file, but then the OMNI kernel asks for permissions for USB debugging.
His phone doesn't boot in the Android UI so he can't access the confirmation box that allows debuging.
He doesn't have TWRP, so he can't flash recovery boot.img that way either.
So now the only solution is to reinstall the ROM via UPDATE.APP.
Sent from my P6-U06 using xda app-developers app

bokchoi2020 said:
Basically my exe didn't start on his computer because I didn't compile the program with a static library. I'm going to fix that.
Then he went ahead and tried running one of my scripts, which installed the OMNI kernel. But he was using B506 stock, which then made his device not boot due to different ramdisk config.
I then suggest that he reflash the stock boot.img which I included in another batch file, but then the OMNI kernel asks for permissions for USB debugging.
His phone doesn't boot in the Android UI so he can't access the confirmation box that allows debuging.
He doesn't have TWRP, so he can't flash recovery boot.img that way either.
So now the only solution is to reinstall the ROM via UPDATE.APP.
Sent from my P6-U06 using xda app-developers app
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Followed the steps, got the phone working back again, but unfortunately lost all the phone memory data like call logs and sms. I will request you to please modify this program so that it doesn't installs anything without user confirmation.
I was sincerely looking for such a tool. I thank you for your effort, i am sure you will take care of the changes immediately.

majrul said:
Followed the steps, got the phone working back again, but unfortunately lost all the phone memory data like call logs and sms. I will request you to please modify this program so that it doesn't installs anything without user confirmation.
I was sincerely looking for such a tool. I thank you for your effort, i am sure you will take care of the changes immediately.
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Yes, thanks for your understanding. For next release I will try to integrate the bat files into the exe so no more accidental installation by the end user will occur. Maybe have a confirmation before the install.

majrul said:
Followed the steps, got the phone working back again, but unfortunately lost all the phone memory data like call logs and sms. I will request you to please modify this program so that it doesn't installs anything without user confirmation.
I was sincerely looking for such a tool. I thank you for your effort, i am sure you will take care of the changes immediately.
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Ok, Update will be soon.
Changes include .exe working without external dll support, and no more bat files.

bokchoi2020 said:
Ok, Update will be soon.
Changes include .exe working without external dll support, and no more bat files.
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That's great. Really appreciate your efforts. I am waiting to downloading it again..

Ok, I just updated it to 1.10! If there are any issues, please tell me!
Changes include removing the .bat files and making the .exe non-dependant on external .dll libraries.
The images are put into a sources folder to make using the tool more easier for end user.

bokchoi2020 said:
Ok, I just updated it to 1.10! If there are any issues, please tell me!
Changes include removing the .bat files and making the .exe non-dependant on external .dll libraries.
The images are put into a sources folder to make using the tool more easier for end user.
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Yes twrp.exe work good. Not any error this time.

bokchoi2020 said:
Ok, I just updated it to 1.10! If there are any issues, please tell me!
Changes include removing the .bat files and making the .exe non-dependant on external .dll libraries.
The images are put into a sources folder to make using the tool more easier for end user.
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Wow. Works perfect! Thanks a lot once again for such a nice tool!

Super travail
Un grand merci pour ce bon boulot , sa marche nickel , continu comme sa : O: O: O

olhamike said:
Un grand merci pour ce bon boulot , sa marche nickel , continu comme sa : O: O: O
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Pas de probleme!
Desole si mon francais n'est pas bon.
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Works fine for me and solved my problems.
Absolutely an useful application, thanks alot bro

Unofficial TWRP 2.8.7.1

What is better than the standard CM Recovery:
You can flash another firmware (not the CM)
Normal backup data
You can easily flash the Root
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Unlock the bootloader as on CM Wiki instructions
Puth the phone in bootloader mode
In the folder with fastboot put crackling-t0x1.img
Enter the following command:
Code:
fastboot -i 0x2970 erase recovery
then Enter
Code:
fastboot -i 0x2970 flash recovery crackling-t0x1.img
Disconnect the device from the USB and remove the battery. Then replace the battery and restart the device in recovery mode to verify the installation. To do this, hold down the "Volume Down" and "Power".
You can download crackling-t0x1.img from here
http://www91.zippyshare.com/v/60lfsDiR/file.html
Credits to 4PDA Members and especially to FindYanot for developing and allowing posting here
IT is NOT my Work

I've been using this for a while, working very good!
Great to make backups and test ROMs.

There is a problem - this recovery can not mount f2fs partitions

RaidonChrome said:
There is a problem - this recovery can not mount f2fs partitions
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for my information : which system firmware can mount f2fs partitions?

Dior DNA said:
for my information : which system firmware can mount f2fs partitions?
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Latest Cyanogen Mod 13 has Linux 3.10, so it should be able to mount f2fs just fine

RaidonChrome said:
Latest Cyanogen Mod 13 has Linux 3.10, so it should be able to mount f2fs just fine
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thanks, then perhaps latest CM recovery will mount f2fs just fine as well.

Dior DNA said:
thanks, then perhaps latest CM recovery will mount f2fs just fine as well.
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It does not, in fact it is broken even with ext4 currently

PLEASE HELP, something when wrong
RaidonChrome said:
It does not, in fact it is broken even with ext4 currently
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Is this the reason why i can't install gapp on my wileyfoxswift and an error appear("e: unable to find partition size for '/recovery") every time i use the wipe.
i upgraded from 12.1 to
13.0-20160127-NIGHTLY-crackling and use the same for recovery but did not work so i installed TWRP and this error occurs -see pics
PLEASE HELP

AromaGapp not working in TWRP
TWRP not working in Aroma Gapp need fix (Aroma is best for me since i can customize install & will not replace CM stock files/app)
In the previous post, i was able to install twrp but i found out on many trial and error that open gapp aroma/full doesn't work both on cm12.1 and cm13.0 using TWRP. Also cm13.0 recovery will not work with open gapp aroma/full.
What works: (haven't tried all version)
On TWRP - i was able to use arm64-pico-6.0 on cm13.0 20160130
On CM Recovery - arm64-aroma-5.1 on cm12.1 20160107
This is based on my experience with the HELP of the awesome people in the forum. I just want to let you know and maybe it will be useful to other noobs like me

noob2016 said:
TWRP not working in Aroma Gapp need fix (Aroma is best for me since i can customize install & will not replace CM stock files/app)
In the previous post, i was able to install twrp but i found out on many trial and error that open gapp aroma/full doesn't work both on cm12.1 and cm13.0 using TWRP. Also cm13.0 recovery will not work with open gapp aroma/full.
What works: (haven't tried all version)
On TWRP - i was able to use arm64-pico-6.0 on cm13.0 20160130
On CM Recovery - arm64-aroma-5.1 on cm12.1 20160107
This is based on my experience with the HELP of the awesome people in the forum. I just want to let you know and maybe it will be useful to other noobs like me
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Aroma compatibility with TWRP is listed on the Open G-Apps website.
Unfortunately this is the only TWRP we have available to us.

Tamarinde said:
Aroma compatibility with TWRP is listed on the Open G-Apps website.
Unfortunately this is the only TWRP we have available to us.
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No it is not there is this one https://s.basketbuild.com/devs/beroid/Wileyfox%20Swift%20-%20Crackling/TWRPand yes it works with aroma

Thanks
robin0800 said:
No it is not there is this one https://s.basketbuild.com/devs/beroid/Wileyfox%20Swift%20-%20Crackling/TWRPand yes it works with aroma
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That is great! i hope i can try i try it but sadly i send it back since the phone was just here for the upgrade. Anyway thanks for the reply here and on my other post.
Much appreciated

robin0800 said:
No it is not there is this one https://s.basketbuild.com/devs/beroid/Wileyfox%20Swift%20-%20Crackling/TWRPand yes it works with aroma
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Confirmed!!! It works... i used TWRP 3.0. Works on both aroma and pico. Thanks so much!!!!

There is a zip file and recovery. IMG file, any reason why?

image45 said:
There is a zip file and recovery. IMG file, any reason why?
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The .img file can be flashed by fastboot.
The zip file by any non stock recovery
and yes I do know the image file is contained in the zip but some people may not

robin0800 said:
The .img file can be flashed by fastboot.
The zip file by any non stock recovery
and yes I do know the image file is contained in the zip but some people may not
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Yes i downloaded the zip file, extracted the recovery.img then flashed by fastboot. I am used to using fastboot commands
So the zip file would function as an update file via a non stock recovery, however once installed would replace the non stock recovery with twrp version!

[RECOVERY][aio_row][UNOFFICIAL] TWRP 3.0.2-8

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TeamWin's TWRP Touch Recovery For Lenovo A7000-a
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TWRP is an open source, community project. TWRP development is done by roughly 4 people at this point. TWRP also have a large support community with many people who are willing to answer questions and help people with their devices either through our IRC channel or on forums like xda-developers.
This TWRP was originally formed to work on Lenovo K3 Note. After Denis work on K3 Note, I wanted to make it that would work on Lenovo A7000-a to. Today TWRP is the leading custom recovery for Android phones.
A custom recovery is used for installing custom software on your device. This custom software can include smaller modifications like rooting your device or even replacing the firmware of the device with a completely custom “ROM” like OmniROM
You can find the source code for TWRP at https://github.com/omnirom/android_bootable_recovery/​
Flashing Instructions :
To install recovery images use Flashify / Rashr / TWRP Manager from Play Store or flash in your current recovery:
1. Go to install, find and select the Images... button.
2. Browse to the image that you downloaded and select it.
3. Choose recovery and swipe to flash.
Download :
TWRP : Mod Edit: Link Removed
Remember to do backup of your current recovery before installing.​
XDA:DevDB Information
TWRP 3.0.2-8, TWRP for the Lenovo A7000
Contributors
HDHR, sandeep.sethi, Denis_PDA
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2016-10-29
Last Updated 2017-02-19
Mod Edit: Thread Closed

Changelog
TWRP 3.0.2-8 :
~Upgraded to TWRP 3.0.2-8 (Base, Security Patch,ETC.)
~Minor fixes
~Added ability to set system.img
=>TWRP -> Install -> Install image -> system.img -> System Image -> Swipe to confirm Flash.
~Optimized OTG FS support FAT32, exFAT, NTFS
~Flashable installation supported
TWRP 3.0.2-6 :
~Updated to TWRP 3.0.2-6 (Security Patch,Base,ETC.)
~Fixed code name error
~Backup and Restore Improvement
~Lot of Improvement
TWRP 3.0.2-5 :
~Initial release
Detailed Changelogs Here :
https://github.com/omnirom/android_bootable_recovery/commits/android-6.0

Reserved

How is it possible ? Flashing a recovery from another recovery ? Doesn't the recovery partition get overwritten?
[Thanks though for the new version]

tanish2k09 said:
How is it possible ? Flashing a recovery from another recovery ? Doesn't the recovery partition get overwritten?
[Thanks though for the new version]
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Its will overwrite the old one with the new one... You can update via TWRP to
1. Boot to TWRP
2. Select install files
3. Select install image
4. Then select recovery image
5. Select install on recovery
6. Finish and go to reboot option and select reboot to recovery
6. Tadaaa your new Recovery installed

Themes support?

tanish2k09 said:
Themes support?
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Support :fingers-crossed:

Thanks!

Ceco85 said:
Thanks!
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Your welcome

What about compatibility of old backup created in 3.0.2-1

CyberDeat said:
What about compatibility of old backup created in 3.0.2-1
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It I'll not detect backup from old TWRP,you need to backup files on new TWRP and just move your old backup to new folder one

You ported it or built it from source?

tanish2k09 said:
You ported it or built it from source?
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Build from source on k3 note ported to a7000 :3

How to install on a non-rooted MM A7000-a?

jocph said:
How to install on a non-rooted MM A7000-a?
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Use SP Flash tools

Thanks for replying. Can you give the steps? Doesn't spflashtool need a scatterfile? Sorry but I'm not very familiar with spflashtool.

Thnx HDHR for the recovery :good:
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Thanks for replying. Can you give the steps? Doesn't spflashtool need a scatterfile? Sorry but I'm not very familiar with spflashtool.
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In sp flash tool...for flashing Recovery
1-Install lenovo driver
2-open sp flash tool by administration
3-load scatter file,
4-select recovery only (also select recovery u have downloaded)
5-check in option that dal dal option is tick
6- click on download
7-switch off ur phone...take out battery for 5 sec..reinsert battery and connect ur phone with pc then
It will automatically flash the recovery after u see a download ok popup window disconnect ur phone and u have successfully flash TWRP recovery

Where can I find the scatterfile for this TWRP image? The download only gives the img file. My MM A7000-a is not rooted and does not have custom recovery yet.

i flashed a theme on my old twrp.....the theme got caried on to this one......
i am unable to remove it....plez help.....
there is no folder of twrp in my sd card....

jocph said:
Where can I find the scatterfile for this TWRP image? The download only gives the img file. My MM A7000-a is not rooted and does not have custom recovery yet.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5os0Tgr4idrbTA1WkxhUHB6TzA/view
Scatter file...there is also a old TWRP dont use it....

[Root/Magisk] [BQ Aquaris X2 / X2 PRO] Without Custom Recovery [Stock ROM]

Hey there!
I don't own this device anymore!
There will be no updates from me anymore.
This is how to Root the BQ Aquaris X2 / X2 PRO without a Custom Recovery like TWRP!
This is more or less a workaround until an official TWRP recovery will be available.
*** WARNING ***
This will work for the following builds:
- 1.3.0 -> 1.7.2
Requirements:
- ADB/Fastboot + Drivers
- Unlocked Bootloader
- Working Brain
How to:
Unlock Bootloader:
Unlocking Method
Our Aquaris X2 PRO is locked and needs to be unlocked before flashing anything.
STEPS:
1. Connect your phone to your PC using ADB.
2. > adb reboot bootloader
3. Your phone will now enter the fastboot mode
4. > fastboot flashing unlock
5. Your phone will be unlocked.
*** Make a backup of all your data as it might get erased during the process***
*** Warning***
After you unlock the device, it will become less secure. Your personal data might be leaked or lost.
Please think twice before flashing your phone and do it at your own risk.
Root / install Magisk:
Step 1:
Download the latest Magisk Manager from this Link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
And install the APK File.
Step 2:
Download the patched boot image for your firmware version (See attached screenshot):
Aquaris X2 PRO
Version 1.3.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.3.0.img
Version 1.4.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.4.0.img
Version 1.5.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.5.0.img
Version 1.6.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.6.0.img
Version 1.7.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.7.0.img
Version 1.7.1_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.7.1.img
Version 1.7.2_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2pro/patched_boot_1.7.2.img
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Aquaris X2 Thanks to tomparr for providing the images!
Version 1.3.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.3.0.img
Version 1.4.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.4.0.img
Version 1.5.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.5.0.img
Version 1.5.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.6.0.img
Version 1.7.0_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.7.0.img
Version 1.7.1_x:
https://tt-services.de/xda/aquarisx2/patched_boot_1.7.1.img
Step 3:
Use ADB to boot into Bootloader:
> adb reboot bootloader
Now try if the patched Boot Image will work for you:
> fastboot boot <<path to boot image>>
Now the Device should boot with this Image.
Check if the device will boot as expected and take a look at the Magisk Manager APP to check if everything has succeeded.
Sometimes this will not always work as expected. If your device stuck at the Android one screen try to flash the image directly (See next step)
If so you can flash the Boot image with the folowing Steps:
> adb reboot bootloader
> fastboot flash boot <<path to boot image>>
Done! :fingers-crossed:
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works for me too. thanks.

Works perfect, however when I try to enter into Magisk Hide the app close suddenly. Any advice?

wiran8 said:
Works perfect, however when I try to enter into Magisk Hide the app close suddenly. Any advice?
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Sorry I havent tested MagiskHide yet.
Same problem here...
I opened a issue on GitHub.
You can view the current status here:
https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/issues/619

How do you create the bootimages?

Micha_Btz said:
How do you create the bootimages?
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Hi Micha_Btz,
there is a detailed guide how to do that in the official Magisk Thread.
You can view it in this section:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445

It works withg Aquaris X2? Without the "pro"

SrWindings said:
It works withg Aquaris X2? Without the "pro"
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Hi SrWindings,
I've updated the thread and add a boot image for the X2.
Can you can give me feedback if everything works?
I do not own an X2...

TurboToni said:
Hi SrWindings,
I've updated the thread and add a boot image for the X2.
Can you can give me feedback if everything works?
I do not own an X2...
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I will test it today or tomorrow (CEST Time Zone), and I will give you the feedback. Thank you. I hope it works

TurboToni said:
Hi SrWindings,
I've updated the thread and add a boot image for the X2.
Can you can give me feedback if everything works?
I do not own an X2...
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Well I tested it now with the "fatboot boot [image path]" and it doesen't work. It gets stuck in the android one logo.
Could you fix it or do you need more information?

SrWindings said:
Well I tested it now with the "fatboot boot [image path]" and it doesen't work. It gets stuck in the android one logo.
Could you fix it or do you need more information?
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Which rom version are you using? Can you tell me the exact build number?

TurboToni said:
Which rom version are you using? Can you tell me the exact build number?
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Im using the stock rom (the one coming with the device)
Version: 1.4.0_20180830-1036
Android: 8.1.0
https://imgur.com/a/Xkezv7y

SrWindings said:
Im using the stock rom (the one coming with the device)
Version: 1.4.0_20180830-1036
Android: 8.1.0
https://imgur.com/a/Xkezv7y
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Sorry, it looks like i am not able to create the image without the hardware

TurboToni said:
Sorry, it looks like i am not able to create the image without the hardware
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Can you at least tell me how to do it? Please?

SrWindings said:
Can you at least tell me how to do it? Please?
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There is a detailed guide how to do that in the official Magisk Thread.
You can view it in this section:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445

TurboToni said:
There is a detailed guide how to do that in the official Magisk Thread.
You can view it in this section:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
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Thank you, but how can I get my boot image? I searched the entire internet for a method for dumping/backuping my boot image without a custom recovery or root and I don't find any. Help me please!

SrWindings said:
Thank you, but how can I get my boot image? I searched the entire internet for a method for dumping/backuping my boot image without a custom recovery or root and I don't find any. Help me please!
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You can use the official firmware located here:
https://www.bq.com/de/support/aquaris-x2/support-sheet
Download the 1.4 firmware zip file and extract the boot image manually from there.

hello
i heard of trouble with the X2 (pro)'s camera after rooting in one way or another. anybody here who knows something about that?

qiezer said:
hello
i heard of trouble with the X2 (pro)'s camera after rooting in one way or another. anybody here who knows something about that?
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Hey there,
I don't have any problems/bugs since rooting the phone.
Can you tell me where those camera problems are mentioned?

TurboToni said:
Hey there,
I don't have any problems/bugs since rooting the phone.
Can you tell me where those camera problems are mentioned?
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hello TurboToni
thx for your answer. my collegue couldn't tell, where he might have read it. it may have had to do with autofocus but not sure
greetz