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All about FE-170 CG K012 ( Fonepad 7 2014 ) [ROOT][Downgrade][Upgrade][Tweaks]

Its all about FE-170 CG K012 ( Fonepad 7 2014 )
This thread will be Updated frequently (Update: May 2016) ​
How to Root:
Lollipop : Link (Skip Modding UI) !
Kitkat : The same as the Lollipop but you don't need to flash the fastboot Just run the Temporary Recovery
How to Upgrade :
From JB to Kitkat :
OTA : (recommended)
1. Get a strong and fast WiFi connection
2.Go to Setting > about > software update
3.Check for updates
Manually >>> (For Experts)
Steps of Update:
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download device software ( V11.2.3.18.2 ) form here ( Its Just a zip File )
3. Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW , TR -> TR
4. Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
5. Copy the zip file( you got it from step 2) in SD Card and reboot the Device
6. After a While a Notification pop's out showing an Update detected.
Briefing Here
From Kitkat to Lollipop :
OTA : (recommended)
1. Get a strong and fast WiFi connection
2.Go to Setting > about > software update
3.Check for updates
Manually >>> (For Experts)
Steps of Update:
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download device software (V 12.8.1.38 ) form here ( Its Just a zip File )
3. Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW , TR -> TR
4. Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
5. Put the zip file( you got from step 2) in SD Card and reboot the Device
6. After a While a Notification pop's out showing an Update detected.
Briefing Here
How to Downgrade :
From Lollipop to JB :
DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK ​ ( Proceed with caution and do the same : Risk of losing IMEI )
I'm not responsible for anything goes wrong about your device​
***Some Users reported its done successfully but some of them said they have lost their IMEI ***
*Activate Developer mode (Settings-> info-> information about software-> quickly press a finger a few times on the item build number ) (You will see a secret menu to: Settings-> developer mode> USB debugging).
**Enable the installation of unknown origin applications. (Settings-> security-> unknown sources).
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download the firmware of 4.3 (10.32.1.33.1) ( 4.4.2 isn't successful) from this link:
3.You end up with a file called: "UpdateLauncher_K012_XX_10_32_1_33_1.zip".
4. Extract it and you Get "UL-K012-XX-10.32.1.33.1-user.zip" file (or pull it out).
5. Rename the "UL-K012-XX-10.32.1.33.1-user.zip" to "K012_SDUPDATE.zip".
6. Copy the newly renamed file ( "K012_SDUPDATE.zip") on the root of SD card.
7. Turnoff the device
8. Go to droidboot (volume UP and POWER simultaneously).
9. Select "RECOVERY MODE" (moving to it by volume), and press the power button to confirm.
Wait for the installation of the firmware and you will be with 4.3.
Then proceed to the 4.4.2 via OTA MANUALLY .. and remember to turn off automatic downloading of firmware via WIFI .. (Settings-> INFO-> SYSTEM UPDATE -> the three dots in the upper right -> disable "Automatically download using Wi-Fi ")
How to Optimize Lollipop :
A lot of users complain about lollipop bugs
lollipop is bugless for daily usage ( in some rare cases it has bugs)
But how to Reduce lags and optimize the speed and battery life:
1. Root your device !
2. Remove these apps (Use 3C ToolBox) Backup them First
Remove List:
AsusLiveDemoService
AsusLiveDemoUI
stock*Games*
Clean Master
Google+
Drive
Google Search app
Google Music
Google Magazine
Google TV
Hangouts
Google Books
Google NewsStand
2*. Disable(freeze) these apps (Use 3C ToolBox)
Disable List:
WhatsNext
talkback
RemoteLink
PrintSpooler
Omlet
CloudPrint
Maps
3. Install busybox with (Busybox on Rail) Download
4. Install Modded MX Player for FE170 lollipop (Lag less with 1080p even !! HW+ ) remember to check HW+ ON ! (DO NOT UPDATE IT) Download
5. Install X86 Youtube app Download (DO NOT UPDATE IT)
6. Install X86 Facebook app Download (If it doesnt work it shows there is not enough dpi for the app)
7. Install X86 Chrome Download
8. Install X86 Instagram Download
9. Install X86 Google Keyboard Download
10. Install X86 Google Camera (really better Camera! Just compare it with stock) Download
Don't use adblocker for getting download link
Tell me about your problems in lollipop
Don't forget to push Thanks Button ​

very nice but i wouldn't recommend downgrading using stock recovery. use tethered cwm instead. I have posted a guide on how to downgrade with cwm somewhere

hello i have k012_2 named fonepad 7 - TR SKU (no voice call capabilitiy - just 3g internet)
I know fonepad 7 has generally k012 code.
I tried every thing to change my SKU to WW or CN for making gsm calls but i failed.
Do you have suggestion for enabling call function?
Thank you very much

mca1 said:
hello i have k012_2 named fonepad 7 - TR SKU (no voice call capabilitiy - just 3g internet)
I know fonepad 7 has generally k012 code.
I tried every thing to change my SKU to WW or CN for making gsm calls but i failed.
Do you have suggestion for enabling call function?
Thank you very much
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This is a hardware limitation and there is not such a solution

Does these Tweaks work for you ?

adblocker said:
This is a hardware limitation and there is not such a solution
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But in Türkiye, there is a person that can make k012_2 phone call capability. Also he wants 30$ for this work. He doesnt share his secret. I dont want to give 30 box to him.

adblocker said:
Its all about FE-170 CG K012 ( Fonepad 7 2014 )
This thread will be Updated frequently (Update: March 2016) ​
How to Root:
Lollipop : Link (Skip Modding UI) !
Kitkat : The same as the Lollipop but you don't need to flash the fastboot Just run the Temporary Recovery
How to Upgrade :
From JB to Kitkat :
OTA : (recommended)
1. Get a strong and fast WiFi connection
2.Go to Setting > about > software update
3.Check for updates
Manually >>> (For Experts)
Steps of Update:
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download device software ( V11.2.3.18.2 ) form here ( Its Just a zip File )
3. Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW , TR -> TR
4. Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
5. Copy the zip file( you got it from step 2) in SD Card and reboot the Device
6. After a While a Notification pop's out showing an Update detected.
Briefing Here
From Kitkat to Lollipop :
OTA : (recommended)
1. Get a strong and fast WiFi connection
2.Go to Setting > about > software update
3.Check for updates
Manually >>> (For Experts)
Steps of Update:
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download device software (V 12.8.1.38 ) form here ( Its Just a zip File )
3. Only apply to same SKU update, Example: WW->WW, CN->CN, TW->TW , TR -> TR
4. Wrong SKU may cause update failure, please update the same SKU version only.
5. Put the zip file( you got from step 2) in SD Card and reboot the Device
6. After a While a Notification pop's out showing an Update detected.
Briefing Here
How to Downgrade :
From Lollipop to JB :
DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK ​ ( Proceed with caution and do the same : Risk of losing IMEI )
I'm not responsible for anything goes wrong about your device​
***Some Users reported its done successfully but some of them said they have lost their IMEI ***
*Activate Developer mode (Settings-> info-> information about software-> quickly press a finger a few times on the item build number ) (You will see a secret menu to: Settings-> developer mode> USB debugging).
**Enable the installation of unknown origin applications. (Settings-> security-> unknown sources).
1. Check SKU of your device** could be ( WW , CN , TR , TW)
2. Download the firmware of 4.3 (10.32.1.33.1) ( 4.4.2 isn't successful) from this link:
3.You end up with a file called: "UpdateLauncher_K012_XX_10_32_1_33_1.zip".
4. Extract it and you Get "UL-K012-XX-10.32.1.33.1-user.zip" file (or pull it out).
5. Rename the "UL-K012-XX-10.32.1.33.1-user.zip" to "K012_SDUPDATE.zip".
6. Copy the newly renamed file ( "K012_SDUPDATE.zip") on the root of SD card.
7. Turnoff the device
8. Go to droidboot (volume UP and POWER simultaneously).
9. Select "RECOVERY MODE" (moving to it by volume), and press the power button to confirm.
Wait for the installation of the firmware and you will be with 4.3.
Then proceed to the 4.4.2 via OTA MANUALLY .. and remember to turn off automatic downloading of firmware via WIFI .. (Settings-> INFO-> SYSTEM UPDATE -> the three dots in the upper right -> disable "Automatically download using Wi-Fi ")
How to Optimize Lollipop :
A lot of users complain about lollipop bugs
lollipop is bugless for daily usage ( in some rare cases it has bugs)
But how to Reduce lags and optimize the speed and battery life:
1. Root your device !
2. Remove these apps (Use 3C ToolBox) Backup them First
Remove List:
AsusLiveDemoService
AsusLiveDemoUI
stock*Games*
Clean Master
Google+
Drive
Google Search app
Google Music
Google Magazine
Google TV
Hangouts
Google Books
Google NewsStand
2*. Disable(freeze) these apps (Use 3C ToolBox)
Disable List:
WhatsNext
talkback
RemoteLink
PrintSpooler
Omlet
CloudPrint
Maps
3. Install busybox with (Busybox on Rail) Download
4. Install Modded MX Player for FE170 lollipop (Lag less with 1080p even !! HW+ ) remember to check HW+ ON ! (DO NOT UPDATE IT) Download
5. Install X86 Youtube app Download (DO NOT UPDATE IT)
6. Install X86 Facebook app Download
7. Install X86 Chrome Download Remember to Disable WebRTC in chrome://flags
8. Install X86 Instagram Download
9. Install X86 Google Keyboard Download
10. Install X86 Google Camera (really better Camera! Just compare it with stock) Download
Tell me about your problems in lollipop
Don't forget to push Thanks Button ​
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Very helpfull post. I was very much helped from your post. i use the items described in "how to optimize LOLLIPOP". For me it was very good someone to let me know wich app to be safely removed and wich can be freezed so the phone can work faster but without problems, so thank you for that list.
Second, 3C Toobox that you suggest is very powerfull as i saw and does alot of thinks others dont.
The App you are suggesting( Google,camera, FB, MX player) i have to report this
YOUTUBE, MX, GOOGLE CAMERA very easy downloaded and istalled and as you say they are very nice too.
Chrome and FB, allthough downloaded, was not able to install. Chrome cause the phone to reboot and nothing was installed. FB run the process succefully no in the end it says' app was not installed"
for Google keybord and Instagram downloading link is not working.
But all the other thing work out and i think my phone is in better contition now. For all your knowledges and efford to share it with us i would like to thenk you very much

logosA said:
Very helpfull post. I was very much helped from your post. i use the items described in "how to optimize LOLLIPOP". For me it was very good someone to let me know wich app to be safely removed and wich can be freezed so the phone can work faster but without problems, so thank you for that list.
Second, 3C Toobox that you suggest is very powerfull as i saw and does alot of thinks others dont.
The App you are suggesting( Google,camera, FB, MX player) i have to report this
YOUTUBE, MX, GOOGLE CAMERA very easy downloaded and istalled and as you say they are very nice too.
Chrome and FB, allthough downloaded, was not able to install. Chrome cause the phone to reboot and nothing was installed. FB run the process succefully no in the end it says' app was not installed"
for Google keybord and Instagram downloading link is not working.
But all the other thing work out and i think my phone is in better contition now. For all your knowledges and efford to share it with us i would like to thenk you very much
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Apps updated
All the links workin properly !
Don't use Adblocker on these sites
Remove chrome updates and do "clear data " and try links (if it does work remove entire chrome by 3C tool and install new version normally (not recommended !!! you may lose connection checking ability ) )
For FB I think there s no enough DPI but you can try.
For Google keyboard and Instagram try new links

adblocker said:
Apps updated
All the links workin properly !
Don't use Adblocker on these sites
Remove chrome updates and do "clear data " and try links (if it does work remove entire chrome by 3C tool and install new version normally (not recommended !!! you may lose connection checking ability ) )
For FB I think there s no enough DPI but you can try.
For Google keyboard and Instagram try new links
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You may be right about adblocker, i am always blocking ads and maybe this is the reason for keyboard and istagram not opening link. Any way, thanks again for response
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adblocker said:
Apps updated
All the links workin properly !
Don't use Adblocker on these sites
Remove chrome updates and do "clear data " and try links (if it does work remove entire chrome by 3C tool and install new version normally (not recommended !!! you may lose connection checking ability ) )
For FB I think there s no enough DPI but you can try.
For Google keyboard and Instagram try new links
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yes i just check out and all links are working as mention above.
With adblocker disabled, there is no problem in the links. FB is actually DPI problem

Finally it's here! I'm waiting for this for one year. I will give you my feedback in the next week.

logosA said:
You may be right about adblocker, i am always blocking ads and maybe this is the reason for keyboard and istagram not opening link. Any way, thanks again for response
---------- Post added at 08:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:40 PM ----------
yes i just check out and all links are working as mention above.
With adblocker disabled, there is no problem in the links. FB is actually DPI problem
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Try This version of FB ! It has to work ... Download

adblocker said:
Try This version of FB ! It has to work ... Download
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downloaded it, installed it, but its not starting. after 3 minutes 'facebook is not responting'. I'll try reseting phone to factory, because i have several other issues and then try again. Any way thanks for your effords.
I' ll report here results

logosA said:
downloaded it, installed it, but its not starting. after 3 minutes 'facebook is not responting'. I'll try reseting phone to factory, because i have several other issues and then try again. Any way thanks for your effords.
I' ll report here results
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Hey
tell me about bugs that u've discovered

adblocker said:
Hey
tell me about bugs that u've discovered
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i 've been busy(tax season in my work) so i was not able to respond so far, but i wiil do so in next two days, i promise....

my comments about suggestions you made
As i have posted before, you have done a very good work, collecting all these tips and trick that really make our phone to work more smooth and fast. I followed all your suggestion and these are my observetions.
When i unistalled and freese all the apps and services you are suggesting, I noticed that the tablet is working 15-20% faster than before, so this is the first + for your project!
downloaded and tried to install all that you suggest. All are working very well except:
FB is not installing at all no matter what you do.( uninstall, clear data, reinstall it, etc)
Chrome i was not able to install x86, so i downloaded from Play and install new version. I am not fun of Chrome and for once again a realized how heavy load is this browser, i cant see why people are using it. XDA start page did 3 minutes to load, since Mozilla 10 seconds. Any way this is personal opinion .......
Instagramm cause me black screen on phone in the end of installation. I had to hold down power so the phone closes and restarting it. When came back Instagram is working very well !!!!
So the main problems are FB and Chrome for me.
I am using an APP I found here in XDA that compines FB - messenger -Twitter in on screen without heavy load phone you can give it a try if you want. The name is Slidechat and you can take it from Play for free
[APP][4.0+][v2.0]Slidechat http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-slidechat-t3382662
I hope i helped someone with these thought of mine.
The big value though are to ADBLOCKER effords who collected and tested all these things for us to find ready.
THANKS MATE @adblocker !!!!

thanks a lot for the guide, I'm trying to follow your instructions to root the device, but in the first step
(fastboot flash fastboot fastboot.img) the only thing I get is a message
<waiting for device>
and nothing happens
when I start the device normally and connect it to PC it is detected fine and nothing is wrong.
any ideas?

neno007 said:
thanks a lot for the guide, I'm trying to follow your instructions to root the device, but in the first step
(fastboot flash fastboot fastboot.img) the only thing I get is a message
<waiting for device>
and nothing happens
when I start the device normally and connect it to PC it is detected fine and nothing is wrong.
any ideas?
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TRY this method to see if it helps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=61452330&postcount=360

After I rooted my device,
my device shutdown, I've tried to flash my phone but it tells me that:
GPT command failed
Then I tried SDK
RECOVERY FAILED
E: mount cache failed
plz help me

logosA said:
TRY this method to see if it helps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=61452330&postcount=360
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Thanx a lot, this worked and I could root the device.
many thanks

Cruise007 said:
my device shutdown, I've tried to flash my phone but it tells me that:
GPT command failed
Then I tried SDK
RECOVERY FAILED
E: mount cache failed
plz help me
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read this http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/f977/asus-zenfone5-need-fimwere-2017447/
abd this http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=360

[ROOT - ZS570KL] ZenUtil + everything you need to root the Z016D quickly and easily!

ZenUtil was created for use with the Zenfone 3 Deluxe Special Edition ONLY.
Hello everyone my name is Sandman45654. I would like to share a little root utility I put together in my free time over the last couple of weeks. After not having much luck with the root packages/images I found here on XDA and the internet in general I decided to create my own solution! ZenUtil was created specifically for the Zenfone 3 Deluxe Special Edition (SD821) and has been tested on seven different computers. Four physical and three virtual machines. Operating systems from Windows 7 through the latest Windows 10 build have all been tested. Two machines even had fresh Windows installations with no prior ADB driver installations and Wi-Fi set to disabled to ensure drivers were in fact installing and not downloading! This package includes EVERYTHING to get the job done quickly and easily!
Screenshots:
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Features:
1. Completely menu driven CMD file! Typing or remembering commands is not required.
2. ZenUtil is able to create a support files (help/uninstaller/log files) dynamically.
3. Install Asus ADB Drivers. Fastboot drivers are also installed but not enabled by default. Instructions below.
4. Install the Asus UnlockTool v1.1 onto your phone.
5. Push the SuperSU 2.82 zip file into \sdcard\ in preparation for rooting.
6. Push just about any file or folder, even over network shares into \sdcard\. Supports drag & drop too!
7. Able to boot TWRP 3.1.1-0 without flashing.
8. Able to boot included stock Asus recovery image (v5.15.44.2562) without flashing. Boots upside down for some reason but works.
9. Reboot into the recovery that is currently installed.
10. Reboot into Fastboot mode.
11. Exit out of Fastboot mode. No more holding for power button for days!
12. Able to flash TWRP 3.1.1-0
13. Flash/restore stock Asus recovery image. It does not boot upside down when flashed.
14. Remove any lock screen PIN/Password/Pattern. Useful after restoring a Nandroid and getting "Incorrect PIN" error.
15. ADB transfers are check and verified as either successful or failed.
16. ADB transfers are also logged with date/timestamps and shown automatically on error.
17. The ADB log file is deleted on each launch to keep it small, clean, and simple.
18. Confirms before any "permanent" actions are completed. (Flash / Pin Removal / Uninstall)
19. Maybe more to come...
ZenUtil will be updated with the latest image files for the foreseeable future regardless.
Included files and versions with notes.
ADB Files = 1.4.2 Minimal (Preferred for logging)
Asus Stock Recovery = Z016_1-WW-5.15.44.2562_recovery.img
Asus UnlockTool v1.1 = UnlockTool-9.0.0.29_ZS570KL_PRO.apk
TWRP = twrp-3.1.1-0-Z016-20170826.img
NO LAG ON BOOT with this version of TWRP!!! I was also able to create, wipe, and restore without the issues of previous versions. Might this be the one?!
Finishing Fastboot driver installation.
Your phone must be connected and in fastboot mode before you are able to install the drivers.
1. Right click on the start button and select "Device Manager" or WinKey+R>devmgmt.msc>enter
2. Right click on "Android" with a yellow ! next to it and select "Update driver".
3. Click "Browse my computer for driver software"
4. Click "Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer"
5. Select "ASUS Android Device" and click next.
6. Select "ASUS Android Bootloader Interface Version: 8.0.0.3 [3/16/2015]" and click next.
7. Click "Yes"
8. Click "Close"
A HUGE thank you goes out to Judago for creating CmdMenuSel!
Downloads:
Download ZenUtil v1.0
Fastboot Help Files (with pics)

hello
I have the ASUS Zenfone 3 Deluxe ZS570KL (Z016S)
but I can not do it ROOT
if it does HELP

alkis68 said:
hello
I have the ASUS Zenfone 3 Deluxe ZS570KL (Z016S)
but I can not do it ROOT
if it does HELP
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According to the page below that phone has the Snapdragon 820 and not the 821. So there is high likelihood that this would fail. If the included Twrp is compatible across both phones you could install the bootloader unlock tool from Asus website and then finish rooting with Zenutil. I cannot however say for certain that Twrp would be compatible.
https://www.mobosdata.com/asus-zenfone-3-deluxe-z016s#

Any chance of getting this uploaded again, it's no longer available

Is it possible to root Xperia M5 6.0?

As the the title says, is it possible to root M5 on 6.0 Marshmallow?
Thinking of buying this phone 2nd hand, but need to know if root is possible.
Thanks

Yes

LeRobE said:
As the the title says, is it possible to root M5 on 6.0 Marshmallow?
Thinking of buying this phone 2nd hand, but need to know if root is possible.
Thanks
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I'm still finding ways to root mine (it's an E5606 variant).
I've found guides but it's a bit hard unless you know the whole process. I recommend you see other phones before buying this. Another issue is the battery. It suddenly shuts down because a disfunction of batt's circuit. Ah, and if you want to flash some roms on it, you can't do it symply, you need and scs file, or your phone will brick. Consider it before buying.
PS: I'm waiting root months ago (for 6.0 of course.) There's some guide but it implies DRM keys, and i forgot to backup them. So, if something goes wrong, i'm dead.

Seriously??
Years after...... Xperia M5 has not been rooted successfully yet?

Thanks for the information!
Decided not to buy it

*facepalms*

Yes, and I just rooted mine. Also, it's officially supported by Sony.
I can't post links here because I'm a new user, but the website is:
developer . sonymobile.com / unlockbootloader
PS: I selected "Xperia M" on the select box because there's no M5, but it worked.

loureirorg said:
Yes, and I just rooted mine. Also, it's officially supported by Sony.
I can't post links here because I'm a new user, but the website is:
developer . sonymobile.com / unlockbootloader
PS: I selected "Xperia M" on the select box because there's no M5, but it worked.
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Can anyone else confirm that it works ?

Afdabrikman said:
Can anyone else confirm that it works ?
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Just to clarify, there are 3 steps:
1. Unlock the bootloader on the Sony website;
2. Install a custom recovery (like TWRP);
3. Install a custom kernel with sudo support (use your custom recovery for this);
Note about DRM Keys:
Some tutorials recommend you to save the DRM keys before unlocking your boodloader. They say that without these DRM keys, all DRM based software (like Netflix, Spotify and the bravia engine) won't work. I say this is BS. Everything works fine: Netflix, Spotify, the Bravia engine. These Sony DRM keys are not the same DRM keys used by Android software.
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Detailed steps:
1. Unlock bootloader:
* Note: this will wipe your data, so do a backup before;
* Note II: see "Note about DRM Keys" above;
* Go to: https://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
* Select “Xperia M” (there's no M5), put your email and your phone's IMEI
* Confirm your email, get the fastboot command
* On phone, enter in fastboot mode (vol up + put cable, keep pressing vol-up until: vibration and a black screen);
* Run the 2 fastboot commands you received on email (fastboot devices, fastboot ...);
* Reboot with a “fastboot reboot”
2. TWRP Custom Recovery:
* Download: https://mega.nz/#!NZIlBL5Y!xSHX-Gn0Dk9omRG-RJY3QOzr7MQD_uuzCrtv7CMPBTc
* Run: fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
* Tutorial: https://developer.sonymobile.com/20...for-a-range-of-unlocked-xperia-devices-video/
3. Kernel with Sudo:
* Follow instructions here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-m5/development/kernel-stock-marshmallow-kernel-root-t3453072
* If your kernel version is different, you can install a stock ROM with the right kernel version.
* Other methods won't work:
__* I tried Kingoroot, one click root, etc. None worked.
__* Sudo.apk on custom recovery: DO NOT try to install sudo.apk through the custom recovery. If you do that, you will soft brick your phone - your screen will be freeze on the Sony logo (no panic, it's possible to revert this brick by installing the stock rom).
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Custom ROMs:
There are some on this forum, all from the "TRXteam" user, but DO NOT install them. They don't have support for camera, phone calls, etc. TRXteam is not working on these ROMs anymore. If you install them, you will need to revert to the stock ROM.
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Shortcuts:
* Forced shutdown: vol up + power = keep pressing (it takes about 10 seconds) until a small vibration and keep going until a three-vibration.
* Fastboot mode: turn your phone off, then press vol up + put cable, keep pressing until vibrates+black screen. Run a "fastboot devices" command on your pc to test if it worked.
* Recovery mode: turn your phone off, then press vol down + power, then on logo, release the power button but keep pressing the down button until the recovery screen
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Stock ROM (works on linux, windows, mac):
Usually, a Stock ROM is only necessary if you screwed up your phone.
You don't need this step when rooting your phone (unless you need a specific kernel version or if you soft bricked it).
This reverts your phone to the factory software, like a brand new phone and ALL your data will be wiped.
Step 1: Creating a TRT image
* You can use this tutorial instead: http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide/
* Download Flashtool: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
* Patch Flashtool: download "x10flasher.jar" from the above website, then copy this file to the Flashtool root folder (if you don't do it, you will get a "unresponsive app" while flashing);
* Download XperiFirm: https://mega.nz/#!0MohiK5A!m6zJs359UxbRgS3fP8a1Qyf0Jcr_I1sGFladNAZODDo
* Open XperiFirm and download stock ROM:
__* Settings > Uncheck “Unpack firmware automatically”
__* Xperia M5 (Holly) > E5663 Dual > Service Exchange Unit > Click on the “Available Firmware” item > Download
* Open the downloaded folder (ex. “E5653_Customized AU_1297-5795_30.2.A.1.21_R4B”)
__* Manually delete this file: “fwinfo.xml” (if it is there)
__* If you don’t delete it, the firmware WILL corrupt and BRICK your phone!!!!
__* Check if is there any FILE_* files. It should have. If there's none, it's because you didn't uncheck “Unpack firmware automatically” option on settings. Uncheck, remove this folder and download again.
* Open Flashtool, select “Xperia M5”
* Click Tools > Bundles > FILESET Decrypt > Chose ROM folder (with FILES_* files)
* Select all files (around 4) > Right arrow (to move) > Convert
* Once it finishes, it will open a new pop up (Bundler)
* Click “Device” field twice > Xperia M5 > E5663
* Branding (it’s just a text field, it doesn’t matter what you put actually): International
* Version (also just a text field): Put the firmware version you downloaded (is in the folder name). Ex.: “30.0.B.1.23_R1A”
* Move all items from left to right, except the “.ta” files (usually 2: cust-reset.ta and simlock.ta)
* Click “Convert”
* “A FSC script was found. Do you want to include it?”: Choose YES!!!! If you choose no, it will HARD F* BRICK your phone. A HARD BRICK can't be undone (not that I know).
* Step 2: Flashing
* Tutorial: http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/06/01/debrand-your-xperia-z2-tutorial/

Do I have to be rooted beforehand to do any of this ?

Afdabrikman said:
Do I have to be rooted beforehand to do any of this ?
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To backup your DRM keys yes you do

hi. use magisk manager to root device is working fine on my m5 single sim.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445

Hello Rinogsm!
Please give more information on how you did this.
Thank you!

connectix said:
Hello Rinogsm!
Please give more information on how you did this.
Thank you!
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You should take a look at this Youtube video it has link's to download everything you will need for twrp and root (for marshmallow only)
Just flash twrp and then the modified boot.img via command prompt,adb fastboot drivers are also available via the link.
Click here and it will take you straight to the Youtube channel.(at Youtube channel you'll have to select show more to access the link addresses for download)
I have used the method successfully,,The only known issue i have noticed is that my phone switches on when i plug in phone charger, however if your charging your phone i assume that you'll be powering it up
Goodluck..

help me
Does this video work? I'm following the tutorial, and unlock the bootloader now I'm going in the part of installing the twrp but I'm not totally sure, should I install another rom? or can I do it with my marshmallow stock? I read in other tutorials that unlocking the bootloader could downgrade to 5.1 lollipop, I'm a little tangled in that and nobody says anything, nor those who have already achieved, sorry for my bad English

Help
Hi guys! I've tried the root method from this thread and it worked perfectly. After that, I've tried to remove some Sony apps from the firmware and accidentally removed the notorious Download Manager. Now I can't use google play chrome and other Google apps anymore. Does anybody have any advise? Reinstall Download manager would be easy but I can't find the apk file anywhere. Would reinstalling the firmware help?
Thanks in advance!

As it looks, nobody is reading this thread so I have to answer to my self. I found a way to extract firmware apps from ftf but that didn't solve the problem. Download manager was installed but could not start. I already wanted to give up because flashing according to Sony would brick my phone so there was nothing more I could do. Then I thought that I have nothing to lose so I flashed with FlashTool and It's alive again. Many thanks to farshad9500gy cyberzeroXDA loureirorg and others.

spekis said:
Hi guys! I've tried the root method from this thread and it worked perfectly. After that, I've tried to remove some Sony apps from the firmware and accidentally removed the notorious Download Manager. Now I can't use google play chrome and other Google apps anymore. Does anybody have any advise? Reinstall Download manager would be easy but I can't find the apk file anywhere. Would reinstalling the firmware help?
Thanks in advance!
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Re flash, just be careful next time

Huawei P20 Lite root

Just for Info :angel:
DISCLAIMER
I only write, what i am doing on my Phone. What ever you do on your Phone - you doing at your own Risk !
RISK AT THIS MOMENT
Phone is new on Market. By my last Phone after 3 month not firmware by Huawei downloadable ! Continue to wait
Hi, this is my way to root HP20L.
My Build is ANE-LX1 8.0.0.108(C432)
By this way is UserData erased ! Make Backup bevor you go this way !
I found FHMate10Tool.
This is a "DOS-Prompt" program.
- Phone has bootloader-unlock.
- Phone is in bootloader-mode.
- I am start FHMate10Tool as admin. Use point 1 (rooting).
- 4..5 seconds Tool write "phone is rooted" ; Phone reboot; make userdata format lowlevel; reboot
- only your work: beginning by zero (configure: google ...)
- risk to break Phone is minimal.
BUT i have Backup with "dd" from factory-system and factory-recovery-ramdisk. "not tested at this moment"
(test next days, then i make append here)
My THANK'S to @aveemashfaq for inspiration : https://forum.xda-developers.com/9-lite/how-to/guide-backup-partition-using-dd-t3767613
Attention : "dd" is Powerful. Any error by typing and the consequences can be catastrophic ! Nothing for beginners !!!
Check "SuperSU". Install Titanium Backup or what ever you need.
If you wish TWRP, wait ! I am next days testing.
SuperSU is for me full-ok. If you need Magisk - look in forum.
I hope this help you & have fun !
Append 20180415 :
Now we have a good Chance for TWRP(any device !)
Look https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/twrpbuilder-t3744253
Download this APP, install on your Phone, follow the instruction
You need from your Phone your "recovery.img" (Nougat) or "recovery_ramdis.img" (Oreo) for upload in APP and a little bit wait-time
TWRP-Builder = the best idea from last 5 year's : :good: :laugh:
Append 20181223 :
First we need BL-unlock. Huawei give us NO BL-unlock-code more. The only that's work is CD-Unlocker. Use DC-Unlocker for reed BL-unlock-code.
If DC-Unlocker not work on your Device - sorry ! Huawei is more and more "closed source" (Example : iPhone)
If you have your BL-unlock-code : unlock the BL (Attention ! This format data. On the End of BL-unlock your Device is "New". NO App's, NO Settings)
The good Way to root your Device is "Magisk". You need on your PC actual Firmware (look in Device Menu/System/Over the Device) as Full-Update Download.
Extract with HuaweiUpdateExtractor "ramdisk.img" (inside is "boot").
Copy the "ramdisk.img" to Device (Example in "Download") and the Same with "MagiskManager.app".
Install "MagiskManager.app" [MM] in Device, start MM, let it create "patched_boot.img", copy "patched_boot.img" to PC inside your ADB-Folder (Example "C:\ADB").
Open DOS-Prompt on your PC, change inside ADB-Folder (Example "cd C:\ADB").
Go with your Device in "bootloader-mode" with
- adb reboot bootloader
Flash "patched_boot.img" in your Device with
- fastboot flash ramdisk patched_boot.img
Reboot your Device with
- fastboot reboot
If Device run open MM, let MM self-update doing (it is need) and check if Device rootet (Example : Play-Store "RootChecker").
With this Way we have root AND Stock-ROM AND OTA-Updates work.
We can restore the Stock-Ramdisk (and have original Stock-ROM without root)
If you need you can TWRP install.

JamesBott said:
Just for Info :angel:
DISCLAIMER
I only write, what i am doing on my Phone. What ever you do on your Phone - you doing at your own Risk !
RISK AT THIS MOMENT
Phone is new on Market. By my last Phone after 3 month not firmware by Huawei downloadable ! Continue to wait
Hi, this is my way to root HP20L.
My Build is ANE-LX1 8.0.0.108(C432)
By this way is UserData erased ! Make Backup bevor you go this way !
I found FHMate10Tool.
This is a "DOS-Prompt" program.
- Phone has bootloader-unlock.
- Phone is in bootloader-mode.
- I am start FHMate10Tool as admin. Use point 1 (rooting).
- 4..5 seconds Tool write "phone is rooted" ; Phone reboot; make userdata format lowlevel; reboot
- only your work: beginning by zero (configure: google ...)
- risk to break Phone is minimal.
BUT i have Backup with "dd" from factory-system and factory-recovery-ramdisk. "not tested at this moment"
(test next days, then i make append here)
My THANK'S to @aveemashfaq for inspiration : https://forum.xda-developers.com/9-lite/how-to/guide-backup-partition-using-dd-t3767613
Attention : "dd" is Powerful. Any error by typing and the consequences can be catastrophic ! Nothing for beginners !!!
Check "SuperSU". Install Titanium Backup or what ever you need.
If you wish TWRP, wait ! I am next days testing.
SuperSU is for me full-ok. If you need Magisk - look in forum.
I hope this help you & have fun !
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Tool worked for me. Now having access to all root features! Thanks for sharing! :good:

@r00terb3y
thank's for your test and response. :good:
all : if you give thanks, i am happy :laugh:
- if you click on thanks-button : i am very happy :laugh::laugh:

My Test, my phone, my risk !!!
First test with TWRP 3.2.1-0 (Huawei P smart).
TWRP flash + run = ok.
backup : folder (/data/media/0/TWRP) not created (Permission denied)
that's no big surprise : build for other device
Now my question : if here any twrp-developer how give me answer "how much work is it to build twrp for this device ?" 2 hour? 5 hour?
I have no idea, I do not have any twrp build.
if i can help for build (info from inside device, test new build ...) i do it !
a little bit risk is good for my brain : new phone, day 1 : bootloader unlock (warranty : bye - bye), see about twrp.
with extracted "recovery" form https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...om-official-emui-8-0-huawei-p20-lite-t3773999
no risk to test twrp (thank's to @kilroystyx), switch stock-recovery to twrp and return - all ways work.
Warning for beginner : do you want to do such experiments - a paperweight for 1 € or $ is much cheaper than such this nice phone to turn into one

@JamesBott, the reason that you cannot backup data partition should be other, i suspect that your data partition is encrypted and that might be the reason.
If you are ok testing TWRP's I can try do one for P20 lite

@kilroystyx
if i test twrp:
- flash twrp
- twrp /wipe/format data
- reboot twrp to twrp
- twrp backup data
the twrp for Huawei P smart work on my Honor 9 Lite, not on HP20L.
if you found twrp : i test (give me download link) & if any work : i write here for ALL how need twrp!
with your recovery_ramdis.img(extract from update.app) i can test all twrp.
i flash recovery_ramdis.img and phone is in "delivery state" : work as a "new phone" . it's only my time [flash, test, reflash ...] . problem : for me not

sorry - double save #6
i use this for general info
i am not developer.. i am service. i am learn by doing and help other with my experience

@JamesBott, when I have something to test I'll let you know.
By the way, are you also interested to test CallRecorder MOD?

TWRP backups does not work because the P20 has a different partition layout than previous Huawei phones.

@kilroystyx
sorry : CallRecorder not need. i use my Phone first for Whatsapp (family and friends) and Telegram (special friends).

@mchtt
i think the same. twrp on H9L work, by install and twrp/format data work and msg "need restart for write function-changes". on HP20L : twrp/format data work, but no msg.
test was only a "shot in to the blue". i think, we are to fast. phone is new on market - very new.
my interest is technology : what works, what not.
for me a good phone : bootloader open - twrp - root - adaware. the follow other is secondary.

JamesBott said:
@mchtt
i think the same. twrp on H9L work, by install and twrp/format data work and msg "need restart for write function-changes". on HP20L : twrp/format data work, but no msg.
test was only a "shot in to the blue". i think, we are to fast. phone is new on market - very new.
my interest is technology : what works, what not.
for me a good phone : bootloader open - twrp - root - adaware. the follow other is secondary.
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Yes but at least we have treble out of the box!
You tried flashing .GSI ?
It flashed flawlessly but the notch is not supported for the moment ?

@mchtt
excuse my question : what you mean "You tried flashing .GSI ?"

My Build is ANE-LX1 8.0.0.108(C432).
I used FHMate10Tool_201711115 to root and I can confirm this is working.

JamesBott said:
@mchtt
excuse my question : what you mean "You tried flashing .GSI ?"
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.gsi is a system.img you can flash on treble enabled phones.
So you can easily flash LOS, RR or AOSP...
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JamesBott said:
@mchtt
excuse my question : what you mean "You tried flashing .GSI ?"
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.gsi is a system.img you can flash on treble enabled phones.
So you can easily flash LOS, RR or AOSP...

@mchtt
i am extracted from full-update.app "recovery_ramdis.img" . test : flash recovery_ramdisk twrp.img and for return flash recovery_ramdis.img.
on H9L test developer-ROM's : flash system dev-sys.img. for return flash system system.img (extract from my own full-update.app)
that's all. never other (boot ...)

damn - double save #16 / is this my guilt ?

@Reversedhex
thank's for you msg. have fun

Reversedhex said:
My Build is ANE-LX1 8.0.0.108(C432).
I used FHMate10Tool_201711115 to root and I can confirm this is working.
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Just run as admin and press 1 and everything ok?

Just bought the phone, waiting for a RIL and Wi-Fi working AOSP/LOS ROM (I'm a dev but I don't have any idea about Kirin). EMUI doesn't make me miss root.

Flashing, Rooting & French carrier configuration On Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2

Hello,
The goal of this topic is install recovery, rom of Lineage and install root. I will give you some tips(Unpretentious)! I finished installation 2 hours ago.
BEFORE START -> Make Save of your personal data and put it outside the phone, (sms,call history,contacts,pictures,videos,music,wifi key, notes, clock alarm, bookmarks, microphone rec file.....)
-> Read this full topic
1. Unlocking the bootloader​Follow this topic only for unlocking bootloader part : https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...t-asus-zenfone-max-pro-m2-unofficial.3885457/​
2. Install Lineage recovery & rom​Follow this article and skip bootloader unlock part : https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/X01BD/install . For gapps installation, take the correct version correspond as your Lineage rom version installed​
You can download Lineage add-on : https://download.lineageos.org/extras Do not install su add-on, at the time I write these lines, last Lineage rom version for this phone is 18.1, and last version for su(arm64) is 16.0… Is not compatible, don’t lose your time trying to make worked(advise ).
3. Rooting With Magisk (can be made after installation and the first start, this don’t remove personal data)​
0. TAKE YOUR KERNEL DATE IN Settings > About phone > Android version(click it!) > Kernel version
Example :
Code:
4.4.261-perf+
#1 Mon Jan 17 03:37:50 UTC 2022
GET A NO MODIFIED LineageOs ROM FILE WITH CORRECT/SAME DATE IN Kernel version (https://download.lineageos.org/X01BD)
For example, my date is 17 Jan 2022 or '20220117' in stock Lineage rom name
feedback : I have flashed my phone with patched magisk boot.img from a incorrect date who no correspond in Kernel version, this cause bootloop. I needed to find correct date by testing all boot.img from stock rom for restore and phone restart now. Be careful ===> all rom version are not available on LineageOs download page. If your kernel date not correspond in download page it's very embarrasing situation.
At this point :
If there is a rom correspond to your kernel date
Download original LineageOs rom with correct date for save and continue this topic
If no there is a rom correspond to your kernel date
if your phone boot correctly, try update in updater and restart procedure at 3 point at step 0 of this topic
if phone doesn't boot, try to ask to LineageOs support, some rom history for your phone ans test it. Or reflash via recovery last LineageOs rom for your phone model => This cause LOST OF ALL DATA.
Take your Lineage rom file who end in ’.zip’ extract it, copy ‘boot.img’ to phone(I suggest you Downloads directory)
Install Magisk app, ONLY from github source : http://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk and make update if necessary
Open the Magisk app, you have two sections ‘Magisk’ and ‘App’, both have an ‘Install’ button. root is not installed when you see ‘N/A’ in the ‘installed’ field in the ‘Magisk’ section.
Click on ‘Install’ button of ‘Magisk’ section
In ‘Method’, click ‘Select and Patch a File’ It is the only available option for non-rooted phones. Select ‘boot.img’ in phone(maybe in Downloads directory), and click ‘Let’s go’
Once your ‘boot.img’ is patched, copy patched file(destination of patched file is, for me, Downloads) to computer
Reboot phone in fastboot mode
If your phone is turn on -> with adb, adb reboot bootloader
If your phone is turn off -> keep Volume key up + power button
In your computer>fastboot/adb directory, in command line, enter this : fastboot flash boot <name_of_patched_boot_img>.img
!Tip : I always copy my file in fastboot/adb directory. this directory is located at the root of my disk. This avoid me to add directory in command line
Reboot
In the Magisk app, you now have an ‘Uninstall Magisk’ button and a version number in the ‘Installed’ field in the ‘Magisk’ section. Check with a root checker app.
For unroot, click ‘Uninstall Magisk’ or flash phone with original ‘boot.img’, with original Lineage rom with same version of your current rom version. Both solutions are not tested by me.
4. Configuration French carrier, La Poste Mobile on Lineage rom​
Preferred network type is ‘LTE/TDSCDMA/GSM/WCDMA’
In ‘Access Point Names’, two are present, one for mms, one for internet, enter both(edit: you can join two configuration in one and put APN : sl2sfr). Only the following settings need to be added/modified. don’t change other settings
for web
Name : WEB La Poste Mobile
APN : sl2sfr
MCC : 208
MNC : 10
for mms
Name : MMS La Poste Mobile
APN : mmsdebitel
MMSC : http://mmsdebitel
MMS Proxy : 10.143.156.3
MMS Port : 8080
MCC : 208
MNC : 10
APN type : mms
reboot and 4g will be good
5. The most important thing now, enjoy! keep your passwords safe and make backups.​
Special thanks, thanks for all :
https://www.monpetitforfait.com/toutes-les-aides/apn-la-poste-mobile
http://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk and her installation guide
https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/X01BD/install & https://download.lineageos.org/extras
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...t-asus-zenfone-max-pro-m2-unofficial.3885457/

Hello,
After update of phone via LineageOS updater, root has dissappear, need to root phone at each update !
After install root by patching a file, I maked 'direct install', I wait another update for see if root will disappear again...
Happy day!