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Im planning to buy a Z1 Compact Have some Questions

Is it hard/risky to root install custom recovery and stuff on this phone? How is 4.4.2 roms fairing on this device?
thanks

capuagenclik said:
Is it hard/risky to root install custom recovery and stuff on this phone? How is 4.4.2 roms fairing on this device?
thanks
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If you unlock the bootloader then its easy, you just unlock it through sony site here
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
then read this
[D550X] CWM-Based Recovery 6.0.4.6 + ROOT for Xperia Z1 Compact {KitKat!} [20140320]
Now if you want to backup DRM keys first, you must root it before unlocking BL, its a bit tricky but make sure you read instructions. Heres 2 thread for more info
Root and Dual Recovery for Locked Bootloader
[GUIDE] Back up DRM Keys & unlock/relock Bootloader (Noob proof)
As for roms I've only tried CM nightly, so far so good.

capuagenclik said:
Is it hard/risky to root install custom recovery and stuff on this phone? How is 4.4.2 roms fairing on this device?
thanks
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Rooting without unlocking bootloader is not hard (test point method to unlockbootloader on 2011 xperias is harder). It takes time though as you need to flash 3 times (z1f/docomo model, then normal z1, root and recovery, then z1 compact), continue to recovery then resore the whole system and do the re-root in recovery. (see link posted above). Rooting to kitkat takes more time as you need to get 4.3 root before update.
Personally I find the 4.3 (124) firmware very stable and relatively bugfree. Sony stock 4.4.2 have some bugs and minor update is reportedly incoming. If you buy and got one with 4.3, installed, my recomendation is to wait updating to kitkat until the updated firmware.

Thanks for the input guys I have decided to wait for z2 compact and hope Sony will give a better quality material also I heard they gave up on ASF so I will stick to my g2 atm since 4.4.2 is absolutely brilliant on it. But definitely be waiting for the z2 compact. Sorry if I wasted your time.
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Xperia Z1C owners.. i have a question about the speaker audio output quality.. i was reading the review from gsma and they mentioned about weak audio output, so what im confused about (cos i heard in many reviews) is whether the audio quality is good or not? cos volume levels can be bumped up with all the mods..

Audio for me no problem, there is a thread of mod to boot volume (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2476498) if u r rooted. For music I used V4A and better EQ quality.
there is also kitkat fix soon from sony so hopefully will sort out the kitkat bugs.

peRFect! said:
Xperia Z1C owners.. i have a question about the speaker audio output quality.
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At the end of the day it's a Phone speaker so it's as good as any other Phone speaker in my opinion.

Considering the phone is water resistant to IP58, I am quite happy with the sound, I expected less.

[DEV] [Idea Discussion] Making CWM for locked bootloaders

As we all know CWM for our devices is for unlocked bootloaders only (as it is embedded into kernels). This is no good for a lot of us due to our locked bootloaders.
This thread will be used to discuss ideas on how to get CWM working on our devices, progress we have made, how we have made the progress etc. It should not be used for idle chit-chat, asking for ETA's, requests etc. I will ignore anything what isn't development related.
All of us who are looking to get it working should post here and share our progress, knowledge and information. If we work together we will make a lot more progress than working alone.
So, without further ado. Let's get this started.
I'm assuming that the best OS to start building CWM on would be Linux as android is based off of it.
 @Toledo_JAB has informed me that the Xperia ION has recently had a breakthrough for locked bootloaders, it may be worth us checking there too.
Anybody else got any ideas?

No, we are newbie :crying:

Check out Xperia L's CWM for LB. It would be easy for porting.
I've tried to load CWM on locked bootloader, it was a success but the method was too dirty. There were some issues and glitches. The issues can be resolved easily.
Now the problem is that I don't have XM anymore to test. So, I didn't made any progress.
Ask NUT or any dev out there in XL forums. they'll help.

aweosomeabhijeet said:
Check out Xperia L's CWM for LB. It would be easy for porting.
I've tried to load CWM on locked bootloader, it was a success but the method was too dirty. There were some issues and glitches. The issues can be resolved easily.
Now the problem is that I don't have XM anymore to test. So, I didn't made any progress.
Ask NUT or any dev out there in XL forums. they'll help.
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What issues and glitches did you get? Also, could you upload the files what you had? Maybe we could take a look at it and try to fix them.

Community development strength

You're a power user. Can the Huawei Mate 9 Pro keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the Huawei Mate 9 Pro. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!

This is a weak spot as it's no well known worldwide. Dev's are not too many and custom ROMs or even Official Updates are missing.

Official updates are excellent and fast since android 8 dropped. I usually get security updates the same month they are for. But it's true, no real custom rom development as of yet. Hopefully we get better sw once Project Treble compatible roms are available.

The Phone is good enough. Nothing spectacular. When I got the root sorted by using the Krom root, the phone is stable. I have high hopes and expectations for the resurrection remix ROM via the openkirin project, in my opinion the best ROM out there.

H10N3 said:
The Phone is good enough. Nothing spectacular. When I got the root sorted by using the Krom root, the phone is stable. I have high hopes and expectations for the resurrection remix ROM via the openkirin project, in my opinion the best ROM out there.
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Would you please explain how did you root your phone with mentioned method (kroom root) ?
Do you think I will be able to root my phone Huawei Mate 9 PRO (LON-L29 8.0.0.378(C432)
I have been searching for root for a long time now, but I am very confused since there isn't really good community around this model.
I hope somebody will be able to help rooting my phone.
Thank you in advance guys

halilyildiz said:
Would you please explain how did you root your phone with mentioned method (kroom root) ?
Do you think I will be able to root my phone Huawei Mate 9 PRO (LON-L29 8.0.0.378(C432)
I have been searching for root for a long time now, but I am very confused since there isn't really good community around this model.
I hope somebody will be able to help rooting my phone.
Thank you in advance guys
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Assuming you have unlocked the bootloader.
You can download Krom from here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9-pro/development/kangvip-rom-b354-mate-9-pro-links-t3790605
When you unzip the rom files, you will find Run.bat Run that file and when it's time to install, you get to the install menu, you select option 2 instead of option 1. Your phone will then be rooted and reboot. Enjoy.

H10N3 said:
Assuming you have unlocked the bootloader.
You can download Krom from here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9-pro/development/kangvip-rom-b354-mate-9-pro-links-t3790605
When you unzip the rom files, you will find Run.bat Run that file and when it's time to install, you get to the install menu, you select option 2 instead of option 1. Your phone will then be rooted and reboot. Enjoy.
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Thank you for quick reply
I will try it as soon as I have time and write back here.
But in download section of kangvip roms the latest version of kangvip is m9pro... E.8..370, mine is 378 do you think it is going to be problem if I use that, or should I try to downgrade somehow?

halilyildiz said:
Thank you for quick reply
I will try it as soon as I have time and write back here.
But in download section of kangvip roms the latest version of kangvip is m9pro... E.8..370, mine is 378 do you think it is going to be problem if I use that, or should I try to downgrade somehow?
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I rooted my 378 with the same kangvip installer that I used for 370.

H10N3 said:
I rooted my 378 with the same kangvip installer that I used for 370.
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Thank you very much for the support. I am still searching for the best way to get root to bypass safetynet. It seems like magisk root is best way to do so. I am also looking for twrp supports decryption, I might have found one I didn't try it yet. This is the link https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/development/recovery-twrp-3-2-1-0-t3783353

H10N3 said:
I rooted my 378 with the same kangvip installer that I used for 370.
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Thank you for the reply man...
Well I guess I will not be able to root after all since I don't have the bootloader code. I contacted Huawei support, they do not promise anything but there is still a tiny hope.
I know there is options like DC unlocker etc but I didn't get / read any confirmation about that anyone have successfully rooted their mate 9 pro [No EXTERNAL SD double sim version (LON-L29)] with a DC given code.
In this point I don't know what to do. Even if if I somehow manage to get the bootloader code I still need to find proper magisk root method. Mate 9 pro has no good community unfortunately.
I know my next phone is gonna be root friendly device like One Plus 6 or Google phone etc.
I hate not having full control of my own device.

halilyildiz said:
Thank you for the reply man...
Well I guess I will not be able to root after all since I don't have the bootloader code. I contacted Huawei support, they do not promise anything but there is still a tiny hope.
I know there is options like DC unlocker etc but I didn't get / read any confirmation about that anyone have successfully rooted their mate 9 pro [No EXTERNAL SD double sim version (LON-L29)] with a DC given code.
In this point I don't know what to do. Even if if I somehow manage to get the bootloader code I still need to find proper magisk root method. Mate 9 pro has no good community unfortunately.
I know my next phone is gonna be root friendly device like One Plus 6 or Google phone etc.
I hate not having full control of my own device.
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I'm with you on this one.
Owning this device has taught me a few life long lessons:
1. Buy a popular phone, more spare parts, cheaper repair
2. Buy a popular phone, more community support and custom ROMs
3. Buy a popular phone, cheaper, especially second hand, which I personally prefer
4. Buy a popular phone, got an issue? Someone else already solved it
5. ???
6. Profit

Question Custom ROM - moto G40 & G60

Dear all. Recently bought a G40F and ever since I was on the lookout for custom ROM support. more specifically, a well tested and "straight forward" custom ROM installation sequence. for a noob like me that's very important.
although Moto shares their kernel source code to custom rom devs, the ROM scene for G40/G60 is nowhere comparable to other phones like Poco X3. Im guessing thats because it's launched only in the Indian market(so far) and it hasnt attracted a lot of devs worldwide. well, its a shame tbh.
I have scoured the internet and was disappointed to find nothing of that sort. just a pile of generalized guides(beware of bricking) which is just copy pasted for every devices out there, probably for clicks and running ads. Yet, thank god I found this guy Selva Kumar A. He wrote a detailed guide and tested it on his own G40, and also has a guide if you happen to brick it.
once again, i am a noob and this would be my first custom ROM. So don't take my word for it. I am here reaching out to the community hoping to find better opinions and corrections to the techniques mentioned above. If any Devs reading this, please spare some time to evaluate this. bricking my phone is such a nightmare, but I want root access and try out some cool stuff.

Bootloader is not unlockable at the moment

Correct me if I'm wrong.
With an unlocked bootloader I can root the phone.
whereas for installing a custom ROM I should wait until a developer makes one that'd fit g40f, which also requires a unlocked bootloader

ERAAF said:
bro I'm guessing you're that youtuber no? Would you suggest I return this phone and wait until Poco x4 or something that'd have a big community support, hence custom roms n everything
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As per my understanding, someone has to make a custom tailored rom to fit every model that's out there

Yeah , but bootloader's not unlockable right now!
Unlocking through adb , it says failed to load unlock data
Moto saif we are working to solve it!

Chola1 said:
As per my understanding, someone has to make a custom tailored rom to fit every model that's out there
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Yeah already its there
50% build is already complete, rest needs an unlocked G40, if you somehow unlock BL of G40, reach Dev's through official moto G40/g60 Tlgrm group

ERAAF said:
Yeah already its there
Some tweaks needed but it needs the unlocked G40, if you somehow unlock BL , join thr tgm group you will get everything
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It looks like these attempts will be in vain

ERAAF said:
Yeah , but bootloader's not unlockable right now!
Unlocking through adb , it says failed to load unlock data
Moto saif we are working to solve it!so
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the moto unlock key is just a sham?

I am eagerly waiting for bootloader to be unlocked by Devs. Hope they find a way soon to do it.

Chola1 said:
Correct me if I'm wrong.
With an unlocked bootloader I can root the phone.
whereas for installing a custom ROM I should wait until a developer makes one that'd fit g40f, which also requires a unlocked bootloader
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Moto g40 ke liye best custom rom kon sa rahega

Bootloader is unlockable good news, an update with latest September Security patch + fix got released

bootloader is unlockable now

General [WIP] Porting LineageOS 20 to the Oneplus 11

We all know the path OnePlus/Oppo went with development, MSM Tools and all, and I want to make it clear and short : I'm going to work on this phone no matter what. The OnePlus 10 series were a failure in this regard and I don't want the OnePlus 11 to experience the same.
I've been in this space for quite some years now, since Xperia X10 times and Android 2.3, and my last device has been a OnePlus 8 Pro that have provided me great service. Sadly, the battery is slowly dying and I can't bring myself to purchasing a phone I cannot tamper with. I've always loved OnePlus and I have hard times considering anything else.
If you're a developer, just wave at me using this thread. We need to know each other and work together to bring something to this phone. The obvious path would be to at least get a TWRP and a basic kernel built. I absolutely want to get to a LineageOS build.
If you're not a dev, but you have deep understanding on how fastboot, bootloader, and all else means, you can be a tester. I haven't bought the OnePlus 11 yet but I'm going to work on it and acquire it if some of you follow me.
If you're nether of these, you can still share the thread to other people to raise awareness.
I'll likely create a Telegram conversation if we get to a few devs. If you're interested in working on the OnePlus 11, please post a reply

@dekefake I've changed the prefix of your thread from "Development", for which it doesn't qualify, to "General"; do not revert that! Prior to your next posting, please read all announcements and guidances that are stuck at the top of every forum like
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For example, you'll certainly easily recognise that only threads with own development qualify for the prefix "Development", and this doesn't apply to this thread.
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I'll likely create a Telegram conversation if we get to a few devs. If you're interested in working on the OnePlus 11, please post a reply
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Are you sure TWRP would be necessary? We don't have it on the pixel 6 pro but the rom community is still large

Fingers crossed!
Adb sideload coop with OnePlus again!

Twrp is dead. Dont need it anymore

keaheng said:
Twrp is dead. Dont need it anymore
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Not necessarily... It's still better and more practical without pc. But adb is good also

w_tapper said:
Are you sure TWRP would be necessary? We don't have it on the pixel 6 pro but the rom community is still large
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zelos156 said:
Not necessarily... It's still better and more practical without pc. But adb is good also
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keaheng said:
Twrp is dead. Dont need it anymore
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Yes that's true, TWRP isn't really necessary anymore, but I feel like this small step would be quite a good start. Either way, having LineageOS booting is the most important and challenging task.
zelos156 said:
Fingers crossed!
Adb sideload coop with OnePlus again!
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Lol yeah I really hope some devs and testers will join me on this.

Right. Able to boot lineage is the most important thing. Everything can be fixed with time.

dekefake said:
We all know the path OnePlus/Oppo went with development, MSM Tools and all, and I want to make it clear and short : I'm going to work on this phone no matter what. The OnePlus 10 series were a failure in this regard and I don't want the OnePlus 11 to experience the same.
I've been in this space for quite some years now, since Xperia X10 times and Android 2.3, and my last device has been a OnePlus 8 Pro that have provided me great service. Sadly, the battery is slowly dying and I can't bring myself to purchasing a phone I cannot tamper with. I've always loved OnePlus and I have hard times considering anything else.
If you're a developer, just wave at me using this thread. We need to know each other and work together to bring something to this phone. The obvious path would be to at least get a TWRP and a basic kernel built. I absolutely want to get to a LineageOS build.
If you're not a dev, but you have deep understanding on how fastboot, bootloader, and all else means, you can be a tester. I haven't bought the OnePlus 11 yet but I'm going to work on it and acquire it if some of you follow me.
If you're nether of these, you can still share the thread to other people to raise awareness.
I'll likely create a Telegram conversation if we get to a few devs. If you're interested in working on the OnePlus 11, please post a reply
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keaheng said:
Twrp is dead. Dont need it anymore
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It's not dead

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Hi ! Are you a developer ?

Let's goooo! Kernel source out for OP11
GitHub - OnePlusOSS/android_kernel_modules_and_devicetree_oneplus_sm8550
Contribute to OnePlusOSS/android_kernel_modules_and_devicetree_oneplus_sm8550 development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com

oneplus 11 twrp install guide: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Gv4y1r7Gv/
I develope the app and also update the video above.
Oneplus roms collection: https://op.daxiaamu.com (yes I maintained it)

I just pre-ordered the 11 and was lucky because I got a 100 Amazon gift card from Amazon so I can get a case and screen protectors I just hope we can get a working root soon I held off on upgrading my 8t because of lack of dual sim in us now one plus gave us dual sim and a bonus of esim so I can't wait as I use both sim slots I have a cheap plan on my main line and I get free unlimited data on my second sim which I need both so I'm happy

TWRP is necessary for NANDroid Backups, I'll join testing if come out.

Mine will be here Thursday. The sooner I can root / debloat etc, the better. I'm no dev, but I will be here testing.

daxiaamu said:
oneplus 11 twrp install guide: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Gv4y1r7Gv/
I develope the app and also update the video above.
Oneplus roms collection: https://op.daxiaamu.com (yes I maintained it)
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do you know how to save oneplus 11 in EDL mode ?

DonKilluminati23 said:
Mine will be here Thursday. The sooner I can root / debloat etc, the better. I'm no dev, but I will be here testing.
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tnchng said:
TWRP is necessary for NANDroid Backups, I'll join testing if come out.
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Okay nice. I don't think I'll try to build a TWRP first then. I may try to build a LineageOS build directly. Does someone here dumped an OxygenOS OP11 partition table including partition paths, names, and exact sizes ?

Okay well, I expected more engagement with this thread, and maybe some help..
Is there someone here with a rooted OnePlus 11 ? Or at least with unlocked BL ?

dekefake said:
Is there someone here with a rooted OnePlus 11 ? Or at least with unlocked BL ?
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Unlocked bootloader: yes,
Root: Yes.
OP11, CPH2449_11_A.07.
What is it about?

qriozum said:
Unlocked bootloader: yes,
Root: Yes.
OP11, CPH2449_11_A.07.
What is it about?
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Awesome !
To avoid any soft brick in the future while testing builds, we'd need to know exactly which fastboot features are enabled and which are not, starting with fastboot boot.
Could you please dump your recovery.img and boot.img, and try to fastboot boot each of them to confirm the phone is booting normally sideloading the boot.img, and booting in recovery correctly when sideloading recovery.img ?
Also, I currently have no idea of the partition layout of the OnePlus 11, is it the same as the OnePlus 8 Pro, or if things changed since then, it would be a good thing to dump information about the partition table, possibly using fastboot enhance. I've read in some other threads that someone needed to patch a partition called "init_boot", weighting 8mb, so maybe the kernel now resides in two different partitions : init_boot being the ramdisk and zImage being elsewhere. The best would be to gather more info about the partition table before trying any fastboot sideloading.
To begin, please install a terminal emulator, and type :
Bash:
su
ls -als /dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/ >> /sdcard/fstab.txt
Please upload the created fstab.txt file here