Recently, I encountered crashes/failures utilizing one of the root methods on a Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro. I won't say which, because I don't want to bias the Q&A, here:
Redmi Note 5 Pro users:
What are your preferences/suggestions/experiences regarding SuperSU or Magisk as the root method for the Note 5 Pro?
What are your successes, failures, specifics that could help other users select the best option for their mobile environment?
Please remember, either method may be sound, so share experiences and suggestions, only - try to avoid rebutting other users' comments, as their experience may not be the same as yours:
GO!
I prefer Magisk over Xposed mainly due to the ease of use. It has been sometime since i used xposed. However I have seen issues with xposed especially in secure environments like a corporate setup where there are sniffers to check if xposed or su are installed and you get booted out (I am not sure if i am doing anything incorrect) but magisk is lot more easier in these situations
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Hi All, I purchased my Mi 6 like half a year ago, and I asked some questions with regards to this device back then (reference: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-6/help/xiaomi-user-issues-actual-issues-t3703112 ) . I then gave up for some time, but would like to revisit some of my initial issues with the device.
DISCLAIMER: I am not very knowledgable on Xiaomi stuff, this is my first phone from them. I owned it for around six months and I still didn't root it... I just didn't see any _worthy_ rom to be installed. Please bear in mind, that although I am technically savvy and rooted all my previous phones always, I might sound as a total noob here since I didn't follow the scene very much.
At present, I have requested the unlock with Xiaomi, and they granted me the possibility to root the phone, but I haven't done so yet.
I am thus running on stock MIUI 9.5.6.0.(OCAMIFA). The Android is 8.0.0. OPR1.170623.027.
What I would like to achieve, is to get my Mi6 as close to current Pixel devices as possible. I understand that I could purchase the Pixel phone in the first place, but the price tag on them is too high..
(I am mostly interested in having the most recent version of Assistant available on my Xiaomi, and Pixel UI instead of MIUI)
I am unable to install Google Phone.
When I visit google store from PC, I can search for Google Phone, but can't install it. https://i.imgur.com/21fh9hq.png (and the reason why it's not compatible is not being disclosed). If I search google play store from the device itself, the app isn't even listed in the results. If I download any version of the Android Dialer app from APKMirror, and try to install - the installation would start, and then fail with a single message (App not installed https://i.imgur.com/gOolw3H.png ). I tried ARM, ARM64, both in NODPI and other DPIs, also, I tried app versions 19.0... and 20.0... from https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-phone/ . Always getting the same error.
What's interesting, is that I was able to install Google Messages, Google Contacts and any other google app without any problems, but I can't install the Phone app from google. I have also been able to install rootles-pixel-launcher from APK
I am left with the phone app from xiaomi, which is not integrated with Google Message / Contacts apps, and vice-versa.
I am looking for the clear up the following doubts:
1. Anyone experienced problem installing the Google Phone ?
2. Any idea how to further debug why I can't install Google Phone ?
3. Are you aware of any up-to-date rom giving me the pixel experience (The Pixel Experience thread has a lot of people askingn for updates - is it dead ?)
4. I start missing my LG Nexus 4, did I purchase the wrong device for what I am trying to achieve with it ? I start getting the feeling that I picked a phone with not enough scene going for it. Or is the scene in China?
Sorry for lengthy post, and appreciate any input.
cheers
You need to flasy Google Framework, then you can use googles apps like "phone"
Install any AOSP based rom, flash Gapps, root with magisk and search the download section for the 'Pixel 2 experience' module. I chose the last launcher, "new custom launcher"
Check if camera2api is enabled. It should be because of the pixel experience module but if it isn't yet download a magisk module for enabling it.
Check the Gcam threads on here for the recommended Gcam APKs and make sure to install Google photos too.
Last step is install the magisk module "Google framework" and installing the phone app etc. from the playstore.
After I followed these steps any AOSP based rom feels very pixel-like and Gcam even makes me think I actually bought one from time to time
Edit: I'm starting to think the pixel experience module actually has the framework included already as I currently don't have the framework module installed and I was able to download the phone app without any problems.
Good luck!
Hi, I know most of these questions were answered hundreds of times, but I want to be sure.
1. Which ROM is more stable currently: Lineage OS 17.1 or PixelExprience Plus Edtion 10.0?
2. Does S-View Cover work?
3. Does Widevine DRM L1 work? (Netflix in 1080p)
4. Is this good to install afterward custom kernel (like Project Rise)?
5. Is there any official guide on how to install TWRP+LOS/PixelExperience+Magisk+(Anything really necessary) for dummies?
6. Does IMEI preserve installing custom ROM or need to be restored somehow?
7. What does mean Knox 0x1? Can there be any troubles with any anti-tamper mechanisms?
CondomPack said:
Hi, I know most of these questions were answered hundreds of times, but I want to be sure.
1. Which ROM is more stable currently: Lineage OS 17.1 or PixelExprience Plus Edtion 10.0?
2. Does S-View Cover work?
3. Does Widevine DRM L1 work? (Netflix in 1080p)
4. Is this good to install afterward custom kernel (like Project Rise)?
5. Is there any official guide on how to install TWRP+LOS/PixelExperience+Magisk+(Anything really necessary) for dummies?
6. Does IMEI preserve installing custom ROM or need to be restored somehow?
7. What does mean Knox 0x1? Can there be any troubles with any anti-tamper mechanisms?
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Some great questions. Always good to have as much information as possible.
I'll kick things off, and my friends @Simon1511 @SnowFuhrer @Option58 @sheepkill15 and @letsmakecakes will add to this, I'm sure.
1. Any of the ROMs on offer at the moment have their strengths and weaknesses. There is no direct answer here. My advice would be try them all and find your comfort zone. Personally, I enjoyed crDroid as I liked the customisation aspect.
2. I'm not sure how far @corsicanu got with this, so not sure
3. I don't believe the A520 is supported
4. Certain kernels are only compatible with certain ROMs. There will be guidance on the individual kernel threads and/or ROM threads.
5. There are MANY guides on the forums. Best practice would be to read, re-read, read again, ask questions.
6. Unless you screw something up, IMEI will remain intact.
7. Knox 0x1 is a trip. Means that the efuse on the motherboard has burnt. This is a security measure hardwired into this device series (and others!). Which basically renders things like Secure Folder and Samsung Pass useless (if my memory is correct).
I hope that helps to start with. Others will be along to help.
Any questions...just ask
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Hi XDA-Developer members!
I am hoping someone can assist me in choosing a new phone. I have been using several Samsung S4s on AT&T for over 7 years with no problems.
I am a developer, so I rooted the S4 and installed many helpful apps like Xposed, Titanium backup, etc.
One VERY helpful (and a MUST have ability) was using flashfire which allowed me to do image backups. This allowed me to backup my current daily on a monthly basis and if it failed, I could be up and running on a spare S4 simply by doing a restore.
Well, AT&T just informed me they will not activate any new S4's and my current S4 will stop working in 2022 because it doesn't support VoLTE.
So, I am in the market for a new phone. But all the new phones have huge displays which doesn't work well for my preferred storage location of my front pocket.
However, I did find that the Samsung S9 is close enough to what the S4 provided:
Smaller then 6" screen
External Memory Slot
OLED display
3.5mm Headphone jack
So the last hurdle for the S9 to pass for me to use it is that I need to be able to root the S9 so I can run/install apps like these:
Magisk
Xposed (EdXposed)
Titanium Backup
TWRP or Flashfire
Hotspot (this is a MUST)
I have used ODIN to do simple flash updates to my S4 and other samsung devices, but I have little experience flashing a new kernel/bootloader. But I am willing to follow directions to do these.
I have no preference to any particular Android version, I would be fine to use Oreo, Pie or Q (remember I am currently still using Lollipop on my S4!!!)
I do prefer to use stock samsung roms instead of custom roms like Lineage
So I have some questions:
Should I get the AT&T model of the S9 (960U) or a G9600 or a G9500?
If you recommend the G9600, does it support all the AT&T bands? (I just want to get a good signal anywhere in the u.s.)
What thread should I use to root/Magisk the S9?
What thread should I used to install TWRP or flashfire so I can do image backups/restores?
What "gotchas" will I run into? (like fingerprint not working, camera not working, etc)
Any help to find a new replacement for my trusty old S4 would be greatly appreciated, and I would be happy to return the favor of buying you a few drinks of your choice!
For starters, I am new to android. I have used an android for 5 years, but I have yet to tinker with it extensively. I have a lot of experience with Linux and command-line tools though, so my knowledge level is whatever transfers over from that.
I am getting a new phone, and I want to keep my s9 to do cybersecurity work on, particularly running kali nethunter (https://www.kali.org/docs/nethunter). As I am aware, for the version I will be running (lite), I just need TWRP (docs say root not required, but I thought installing custom recovery required root).
I read a bunch of threads on here, and it seems that it is indeed possible to root a snapdragon S9, is this still the case? If root really isn't required, how would I install a custom recovery? Would I run into any extreme issues?
Please excuse the ignorance, the information is kind of overwhelming to a newcomer.
I know some people have rooted their rm 6 pro, but I can't seem to find a single resource that does the items below. Are we not there yet or does this info exist somewhere? Is anyone actively working on custom ROM, TWRP, etc if it's not solid yet?
-root rm 6 pro (not a mix-up guide with 6s, 6, 6 pro, 6s pro, etc - just rm 6 pro
-fingerprint reader works afterwards (either alt method or way to fix + caveats like if you need to back something up before rooting)
-magisk works
-passes the safety net checks
-basically - a root guide that results in 100% operational phone + rooted
My end goal is to port nethunter to red magic 6 pro but the various guides on rooting I've seen are either very old, don't leave phone 100% functional ('btw fingerprint reader is broke'), or have a group of users claiming the method bricked their device. I saw a telegram group based on a thread with a removed attachment to fix fingerprint reader, but people were saying to not try any of those things or I'll end up with a $800 brick like them.
I can wait if there is no solid guide, but the other part to this is finding out if it's being actively worked on or if it's not a popular enough model. Can cross nethunter on rm 6 pro off my list or do only after I upgrade later on if that's the case