I'm looking for a guide that can help me Root and but a custom ROM on my Pixel XL? I've tried doing it and I get stuck and BOOT loop, the whole thing is really confusting and I can't find a guide to help me get it done? can someone help? I'm old and getting stupid I guess.
godfish said:
I'm old and getting stupid I guess.
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Sorry, cannot help with that.
It's in the "Guides, News, and Discussion" section. If you're having difficulties finding a straight forward guide listed on XDA, perhaps it is in your best interest not to customize at the moment in case you run into an issue and then end up not having a phone for hours to days due to not being able to find an answer.
Just looking out for you.
richii0207 said:
It's in the "Guides, News, and Discussion" section. If you're having difficulties finding a straight forward guide listed on XDA, perhaps it is in your best interest not to customize at the moment in case you run into an issue and then end up not having a phone for hours to days due to not being able to find an answer.
Just looking out for you.
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I too could not find a guide specifically on creating a ROM for the Pixel XL. I even searched, I was going to post a link for OP. Maybe the google AOSP page might help. It sucks that CyanogenMod is no longer around. They used to have good guides.
Here is a link the the AOSP tutorial. (not pixel XL specific) https://source.android.com/source/initializing
You will also need the vendor and driver file from https://developers.google.com/android/drivers
First - make sure your bootloader is unlocked - that should be an easy enough guide to find
then TWRP
then find a rom and read through the opening post and the recent ones.
though I'm sure i've found guides in general here for the pixel.
it IS a different beast to regular though. so get familiar with the sticky guides etc on the forum pages
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Hi People,
I have only just found out that you can change the ROM's and all sorts of thing with My HTC Desire.
I have had my phone for 2 weeks, I'm on Virgin Mobile and don't have a clue.
I was talking to a guy at work who has one and he told me about you guys.
I have had a look around but can't see anything for the noob...lol (ME!!!).
I was wondering is anyone could give me some advice on where to start, What to look out for and any general advice on what to do and what not to do?
Any Help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks
BG Macster (Mark)
First thing is to ask yourself why you want to change the ROM on the unit. Are you running out of space or are you just the type who likes to have more control?
I didn't root for months as the phon, out the box, does exactly what I want it to do. The only reason I've rooted now is to run the HD ROM but otherwise I'd stay stock.
You're going to get people reply with 'root it now, don't ever think of going stock, bla bla bla' but it's an individual thing, as is the choice of ROM. Read up on the stickied threads in the various forums and use the search button a LOT!
BG Macster said:
Hi People,
I have only just found out that you can change the ROM's and all sorts of thing with My HTC Desire.
I have had my phone for 2 weeks, I'm on Virgin Mobile and don't have a clue.
I was talking to a guy at work who has one and he told me about you guys.
I have had a look around but can't see anything for the noob...lol (ME!!!).
I was wondering is anyone could give me some advice on where to start, What to look out for and any general advice on what to do and what not to do?
Any Help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks
BG Macster (Mark)
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Welcome Mark.
EddyOS has provided you some excellent advice - don't rush into anything.
Mostly people do this as a kind of 'hobby' (including me) and you can end up with some cool stuff on your phone that HTC never intended you to have or have much later on. On the flip side, you can also wreck your phone too through doing the wrong thing or just plain bad luck. HTC can be a bit difficult in fixing stuff under warranty if you've been mucking about with your device, so be warned.
Everything you need to know about rooting and flashing (conjures up interesting images doesn't it?) is contained here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=696189
So read up, lurk about a bit in the forums and if you think you need to - have a go.
Good luck!
Thanks Guys Some sound advice there i will look around before i do a thing.
Many Thanks
First thing I would do, though, is check the ROM currently running on your Desire and get the RUU* file in case you ever need to go back to stock after rooting. To check, go to Settings>About phone>Software information and make a note of the software version.
You can then go to this site and see if the version you're on at present is available. If it is, download it:
http://shipped-roms.com/index.php?category=android&model=Bravo
*RUU = ROM Upgrade Utility, official package from HTC to install a ROM
I've done some searching and just can't seem to find it. Does anyone know where I can get a zip update for HTC6525LVW_1.55.605.2-1.12.605.11_R3? Is there an awesome repository online somewhere? =/
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I've done some searching and just can't seem to find it. Does anyone know where I can get a zip update for HTC6525LVW_1.55.605.2-1.12.605.11_R3? Is there an awesome repository online somewhere? =/
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The guys over at Verizon forums should be able to provide more help but this is what I found, can get clarity with the guys over there I'm sure.
Captured OTA 1.55.605.2 .zip
a Guide to (Mostly) return to Stock
RUU if you're S-OFF
Verizon Q&A and Troubleshooting Forums
General Verizon Forums
Main Page of Verizon Forums. Links to Themes, Accessories, General etc
Hey guys, I'm here as a guest in your forums.
Maybe you've seen me in the Galaxy S5 forums or more recently in the OnePlus One forums, maybe not. Either way hello. So I know enough to get by as far as ADB, sideloading, rooting, loading ROMs, firmware, etc. Anyways, I don't know much about the ZF2 but his is in a bootloop and I need the fastest, easiest way to get it from bootloop with no bootloader on it whatsoever, to stock. So who's got the goods? I've recently downloaded the toolkit from the General forum, but it requires me to have a bootloader to access any functionality. Any ideas?
Thanks!
Never mind, I found some advice on the dev forum. Take it easy guys!
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Never mind, I found some advice on the dev forum. Take it easy guys!
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Hello there!
I've found quite a few threads on XDA for generic development. However, I couldn't find any threads for building a custom OnePlus Oxygen ROM from scratch in particular and there seems to be a lot of potential for the same. I'm basically looking to hire someone who can write a guide for the same. If not that, can anyone point me in the right direction and perhaps I might give it a try myself.
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Hello there!
I've found quite a few threads on XDA for generic development. However, I couldn't find any threads for building a custom OnePlus Oxygen ROM from scratch in particular and there seems to be a lot of potential for the same. I'm basically looking to hire someone who can write a guide for the same. If not that, can anyone point me in the right direction and perhaps I might give it a try myself.
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I'm not a developer but think this thread should have the tools you need. Ill bet any questions you might have we're already asked and answered. Good luck.
here you go -> https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/dumpling/build
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here you go ->
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Thank you. This is a great starting point.
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
Definitely read through the /r/xiaomi wiki, a lot of basic knowledge is covered in there. https://www.reddit.com/r/Xiaomi/wiki/index
guyinredsweater said:
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
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There is a guide in the guide section you posted in, step by step instructions...
guyinredsweater said:
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
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There is a guide in the guide section you posted in, step by step instructions...
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As I said I tried to find it and could not. I'm new to the forum and am having trouble navigating. So where is the link Mr Senior Member.... Or is condescending replies all I'm going to get here.....
guyinredsweater said:
As I said I tried to find it and could not. I'm new to the forum and am having trouble navigating. So where is the link Mr Senior Member.... Or is condescending replies all I'm going to get here.....
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Here you go Mr junior member
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix-2/how-to/one-xiaomi-mi-mix-2-chiron-unlock-t3785004