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[ROOT] [GUIDE] (OFFLINE) OTADelusion Online Root for Asus FonePad 7 / K00E / ME372CG

*** OTADelusion is no longer available ***
Use fastboot flash update instead - guide.
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[B]*** Disclaimer[/B]
If you wish to follow the instructions in this post, you agree that -
* Your warranty is void.
* I do not offer any guarantees that this will work or that it won't cause any
bad side effects.
* You alone are responsible for any damages or other issues that may arise
directly or indirectly because of this.
This has undergone basic testing on multiple devices running supported ROMs, but
again, there are no guarantees. Use it at your own risk.
In particular, OTA updates have not been tested on rooted devices.
Introduction
What Is This?
The FonePad 7 has a very secure stock ROM that is not vulnerable to any known exploit. But fortunately for us, Asus introduced their own vulnerability in it, which we can take advantage of. This is a guide that will help you root your FonePad 7 using that vulnerability.
How Does It Work?
Overplayed, Cool-Sounding Version
OTADelusion exploits multiple critical security vulnerabilities in the over-the-air update mechanism employed by the FonePad 7 -
The update delta packages are delivered to the device through an unencrypted medium.
The device can be configured to use any DNS server and it does not verify DNS query responses.
The package verification process relies on an asymmetric key-pair whose private key is compromised.
A man-in-the-middle attack is performed while downloading an OTA update by forcing the device to use a rogue DNS server which directs the device to connect to a rogue web server. This web server serves malicious update packages with forged cryptographic signatures. These update packages are designed to install a permanent backdoor in the device, allowing the user full access to it.
Down-To-Earth Version
Someone at Asus forgot the 'S' in 'HTTPS'
Someone at Asus forgot to replace the test Android signing key with their own
1 + 2 = Pwnage
What Do I Need To Use It?
A FonePad 7 running a supported version of the stock ROM (check the section below for a list of supported versions)
A working Wi-Fi connection (this will NOT work on 2G or 3G)
Supported ROM Versions
Go to Settings -> About tablet and check the "Build number" field
3.2.2 - NOT supported. Upgrade to 3.2.4
3.2.4 - Supported (WW and TW)
5.1.6 - NOT supported. I need volunteers to help me test.
5.2.2 - Supported (WW)
5.2.5 - NOT supported. May be added in the future. Check this thread for updates.
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Installation Instructions
Follow these steps -
Read the disclaimer at the top of this post.
Make sure you're connected to a WiFi connection, NOT 2G/3G.
Go to Settings -> About tablet -> System Update and check for updates.
When you see the update prompt, select "NO"
Go to Settings -> Apps -> scroll to the "All" tab -> CMClient
Press the "Force Stop" button
Press the "Clear Data" button
Repeat the above steps with DMClient in the Apps list
Go to Settings -> WiFi -> long press on your network -> Modify Network and follow these steps -
Set IP Settings to "Static"
Note down the values of DNS 1 and DNS 2 somewhere.
Set DNS 1 to <snip>
Make DNS 2 blank
At this point, your Internet connection will stop functioning correctly. This is intended and temporary.
Repeat step 3. If it shows an error, reboot and repeat this step.
Make sure you get an update called "OTADelusion".
Download and install the update.
After reboot, go back to WiFi settings and restore the previous values of DNS 1 and DNS 2.
You now have root. Enjoy! But also be careful - there is currently no way to de-brick this device if you screw up.
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Changelog
v0.2 - February 27, 2014
Added v5.2.2 WW.
Works on v3.2.4 WW, v3.2.4 TW, v5.2.2 WW.
v0.1 - January 24, 2014
Initial version.
Works on v3.2.4 WW and TW.
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Thanks To/Credits
Code:
* XDA members (in alphabetical order) d0p3d, eagleofdeath13, fabiocr, Fuad.kh,
Lord Childe and MEHRDAD595, for testing.
* Chainfire, for SuperSU.
* Asus, for leaving one last security hole.
Status
Running an update server costs actual money, so I won't be able to keep it running indefinitely. I expect to be able to keep it running through 2014 at least, but there are no guarantees. It can go offline at any time. The address mentioned may also change at times. This post will be updated if that happens. Server taken down because there is now an offline method.
Current Server Status: Offline

Thanks for the hard work man, hope you are able to solve the other versions as well. :good:

Hey, just a thinking. If Asus can update the "update" app, maybe you can too, and then send any updates (and modification) you want, no?
If it's possible, we have a big posibility in here i think

eagleofdeath13 said:
Hey, just a thinking. If Asus can update the "update" app, maybe you can too, and then send any updates (and modification) you want, no?
If it's possible, we have a big posibility in here i think
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It's certainly possible, but a much cleaner solution would be to get a working recovery. The bootloader is locked, but it looks like it's not encrypted. There may be a way to make it accept a custom recovery.
But we need someone who's willing to take the risk of possible bricking and test the recovery on their device.

I think that it could be a good idea to open one of our devices, to see if there's some JTAG (or thing like that) to have a fully trustable backup option.

after rooting my ME372CG, can it download upgrading package automatically and upgrade to newer version firmware?
thanks.

qianw said:
after rooting my ME372CG, can it download upgrading package automatically and upgrade to newer version firmware?
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It hasn't been tested yet. I would suggest you don't, at least until somebody else confirms that it works.
I do suspect that there is some code in the OTA package that triggers a ROM verification in the bootloader, but I'm not sure.
Either way, if somebody's willing to take the risk, let me know. I can make a modified update package that should reduce the risk of bricking.

Hi, Dr. Psycho
Thank you for your quick reply.
I am using 5.2.2 firmware, so need to waiting for next rooting opportunity..
BTW, after rooting, if can't download upgrading package automatically, is there any way to flash the package manually (if i can download it from somewhere)?
Dr. Psycho said:
It hasn't been tested yet. I would suggest you don't, at least until somebody else confirms that it works.
I do suspect that there is some code in the OTA package that triggers a ROM verification in the bootloader, but I'm not sure.
Either way, if somebody's willing to take the risk, let me know. I can make a modified update package that should reduce the risk of bricking.
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qianw said:
BTW, after rooting, if can't download upgrading package automatically, is there any way to flash the package manually (if i can download it from somewhere)?
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The only way is to do what I'm doing with this guide. You'll need to run a fake DNS server and a web server and fool the tablet into downloading your package. If you're on the latest version of the stock ROM, you'll need to either patch the DMClient app or install a self-signed CA certificate (not through Settings, you'll need to copy it to /system).
This thread has a lot of information for those interested, especially in the last ten or so pages: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2514714
EDIT: Just realized you might talking about official updates. Those will be downloadable and installable, but we don't know if it'll work. It might brick your device.
What I wrote above was for custom mods.
This will all become much easier if we get a working recovery.

Yes, I mean official ROM upgrading after rooting. Sorry for the confusing.
I am waiting for Android 4.4, I don't know when Asus can release it for ME372CG. I don't want rooting affect ROM upgrading in the future.
Your answer is quite clear, thanks!
Dr. Psycho said:
The only way is to do what I'm doing with this guide. You'll need to run a fake DNS server and a web server and fool the tablet into downloading your package. If you're on the latest version of the stock ROM, you'll need to either patch the DMClient app or install a self-signed CA certificate (not through Settings, you'll need to copy it to /system).
This thread has a lot of information for those interested, especially in the last ten or so pages: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2514714
EDIT: Just realized you might talking about official updates. Those will be downloadable and installable, but we don't know if it'll work. It might brick your device.
What I wrote above was for custom mods.
This will all become much easier if we get a working recovery.
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Hello all!!!
Dr. Psycho, I confirm your solution is working!!!!.... Thank you very much... I bought the device today, based on your solution to root the phone... Thank you again...
Theodore

Thanks! working great here

I noticed that some JP (as opposed to WW and TW) FonePad 7 users are trying to use my server to root. The JP version isn't supported yet (I didn't even know it existed). I can add it if someone with the JP version could help me get some values from their device. It'll only take a couple of minutes. Send me a private message if you're interested.
To check if you're using the JP version, go to Settings -> About tablet and check the "Build number" field. It should say "JP" somewhere in the middle.

Botto00 rooted the original Fonepad and made it Flash capable. There are several Flash browsers (Photon, Flashfox, Puffin), but because the Flash stream is redirected it's not a good viewing experience. I was wondering If you had any plans to incorporate Flash in your rooting method? I've already taken advantage of your root and maybe it's too late anyhow.

Lord Childe said:
I was wondering If you had any plans to incorporate Flash in your rooting method?
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Have you tried this?: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931699
Lord Childe said:
I've already taken advantage of your root and maybe it's too late anyhow.
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If I did come up with patches or ROMs, already having root would't be a problem at all. It shouldn't be too hard to make an app that instructs the bootloader to flash a package like DMClient does. Even if it turns out to be difficult, with root access, I can easily hijack the update-checking mechanism with a self-signed CA certificate and a web server, similar to how we're achieving root right now.
I did in fact have plans to make a recovery or at least an app that would act like a minimalistic recovery and let you flash recovery packages. The problem is, I'd need either a test device or a daring volunteer. And time too - I don't have much of that right now.

Dr. Psycho said:
Have you tried this?: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931699
If I did come up with patches or ROMs, already having root would't be a problem at all. It shouldn't be too hard to make an app that instructs the bootloader to flash a package like DMClient does. Even if it turns out to be difficult, with root access, I can easily hijack the update-checking mechanism with a self-signed CA certificate and a web server, similar to how we're achieving root right now.
I did in fact have plans to make a recovery or at least an app that would act like a minimalistic recovery and let you flash recovery packages. The problem is, I'd need either a test device or a daring volunteer. And time too - I don't have much of that right now.
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I quite understand time limitations working on stuff like this - I think everyone appreciates the time and effort you've spent on rooting Fonepad 7.
I followed the procedure in the link. Unfortunately, it doesn't work... maybe that fix is for machines that still support Flash.
Would I dare to volunteer? Hmm... now that I've got root I don't think I would risk it.

Lord Childe said:
I followed the procedure in the link. Unfortunately, it doesn't work... maybe that fix is for machines that still support Flash.
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I'll give it a try when I get my tablet back and see if I can get it to work.
Lord Childe said:
Would I dare to volunteer? Hmm... now that I've got root I don't think I would risk it.
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I don't blame you. I wouldn't suggest testing unless you really don't care if you brick the tablet.

thumbs up for 5.2.2 :highfive:

USB OTG
Hi, i know this is not the right tread to ask but since there is not forum about our tablet i'll ask here. I have a fonemap 7 ME372GC the 4 GB version (witch by the way doesn't appear on Asus page) and i'm not able to use usb OTG. Is this not possible on our tablets or does mine have something wrong? I have 5.22 rom version andoid 4.3. I use an OTG cable witch is working on my HTC One
Thank you for your help

Let's root it again
Hi Dr. Psycho,
I just got a Asus fonepad 7 model: k00E (ME372CG) and I will put some more data about this device:
- Firmware version: 54.2F
- Android version: 4.2.2
- Baseband version: 1338G_1.12.0_0913
- Kernel version : 3.4.34-00006-gc3b491f
[email protected] #1
Fri Sep 13 21:24:31 CST 2013
- Build number: JDQ39.WW_epad-V3.2.1-20120913
000053_201307241030
It seems as this is the older version of the build then 3.2.4 but it is well WW.
Should I upgrade to version 3.2.4 (and can you explain me how to do this but still to avoid ASUS upgrading to even newest version) or may I try to update this "OTADelusion" update directly with this "old" build number following the instructions ?
And is there any risk of bricking my device with rooting following this method as you stated that there is no way to de-brick Asus fonepad 7 yet ?
Or is there any other (older and safer) way to root this older build version except this "OTADelusion" ?
Thanks in advance !
Cheers !

Monthly Security Patches for Honor-6x

Hallo guys & gals, I wanted to ask you guys about monthly Security Patches as Google has made bound all the OEMs to release monthly security patches for their devices. In this regard most of the devices are getting monthly or at least once in a couple of months but my Honor-6x is not getting any OTA update since April 2017.
Do you guys have any idea or does any body have any Honor 6x with a more recent security update patch?
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talvigi said:
Hallo guys & gals, I wanted to ask you guys about monthly Security Patches as Google has made bound all the OEMs to release monthly security patches for their devices. In this regard most of the devices are getting monthly or at least once in a couple of months but my Honor-6x is not getting any OTA update since April 2017.
Do you guys have any idea or does any body have any Honor 6x with a more recent security update patch?
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Honor 6X is getting updated to latest patches every month, currently it's in August Patch 2017...!!!
Sent from my BLN-L22 using Tapatalk

Every month lol. The best Joke i have read.

Well, it depends on the region, US models are rarely updated (unlike EU and Indian variants)

I saw in your signature that your phone model is BLN-21. Could you check if your build ends with B360? If yes, an update should come out soon but meanwhile you should be able to force it, by going on system update > tap on the 3 dots in the upper right corner > download latest update (if the option isn't there you cannot force it yet)
As you can see in these screenshots, in the 1st system update says that there aren't updates; in the 2nd, the option mentioned above is the first of the list, and finally in the 3rd i can download the update

Whoops i forgot the third screenshot, here it is

Well guys as you can see in my shared screen shot my device is on B361 of update level and the region is actual Pakistan which falls under middle east region. Now I actually created the thread to make it sure, whether my region is getting updates or not?
And thanks, @RedSkull23, I have tried your suggestion but as you see my device is already on B361.
I think my real problem is the update via firmware finder, and that's why my device isn't getting OTA updates. As the below screen shot reveals my device is on B361 but the security patch is 5 April 2017, and it is the time when this update was released and I updated my device through FF, since than I have tried a lot but I couldn't get any OTA update.
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When I still had my 6x, the patch would come about 10-15 days after Google released it. Couldn't say it's timely, but it indeed come monthly.
Btw, I have a Chinese model 6x.

Monthly in China ? And others can go to hell ?
I had to push B365 after about 3 months after B360. Others don't get it at all.

talvigi said:
And thanks, @RedSkull23, I have tried your suggestion but as you see my device is already on B361.
I think my real problem is the update via firmware finder, and that's why my device isn't getting OTA updates. (...) I updated my device through FF, since than I have tried a lot but I couldn't get any OTA update.
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Can you check or, do you remember if previous build number matches with the number of your actual build, or if not? If they doesn't match, maybe the FF update you did has moved you on a different build number, and so your software update won't find nothing because that's the latest package of your ACTUAL build, instead of the previous. Personally, i get confused every time that i finish to speak about FF updates because with all that packages stored and selectable, the number of possibilities that could provoke an issue are too much to be hold in mind at the same time

You are absolutely right FF has its very serious pros & cons. And yes, I think I remember the previous build number of my device, it was B360 and I did a full package download and dload upgrade on my device, and I also remember I was too much enthusiastic to find a sulotuion for the FM radio problem, yet in vain.
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talvigi said:
You are absolutely right FF has its very serious pros & cons. And yes, I think I remember the previous build number of my device, it was B360 and I did a full package download and dload upgrade on my device, and I also remember I was too much enthusiastic to find a sulotuion for the FM radio problem, yet in vain.
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Lets work on the rooting part in other thread. Will help surely to all queries

In indian variant bln-l22 its akso getting monthly updates

Root privileges
Will I lose my Root access and TWRP Recovery if I update this security patch?

uetfreak said:
Will I lose my Root access and TWRP Recovery if I update this security patch?
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If update size is 200-300 mb then no, it will have the twrp recovery. Make sure you have stock recovery before trying OTA update

shashank1320 said:
If update size is 200-300 mb then no, it will have the twrp recovery. Make sure you have stock recovery before trying OTA update
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The update is around 550mb.

uetfreak said:
The update is around 550mb.
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It may have the recovery then which may replace twrp. Better replace beforehand and then update as ota update will cause issue while boot on rooted phone

New update is coming..!!!
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Tamil15 said:
New update is coming..!!!
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Someone just informed me on WhatsApp that b361 is coming for Indian variant..lets see. I will have to unroot it first

shashank1320 said:
Someone just informed me on WhatsApp that b361 is coming for Indian variant..lets see. I will have to unroot it first
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So back to back update..!??
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Moto G5 not compatible with Android Auto?

I can't find Android Auto on the playstore on my phone, and when I go to the playstore from my PC it tells me that "This app is incompatible with all of your devices."
Is it really incompatible, or maybe this is because Android Auto is not yet available in my country?

2014 said:
I can't find Android Auto on the playstore on my phone, and when I go to the playstore from my PC it tells me that "This app is incompatible with all of your devices."
Is it really incompatible, or maybe this is because Android Auto is not yet available in my country?
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As far as I can tell the only requirements for the app itself is android lollipop and above so it probably is geo restricted
Since I don't have your device anymore I can't check
I have included the app in the attachment below though for you to install yourself

It is compatible, I am using it and installed it from play store. Maybe clear the Play store cache? AS pointed out you can also just install the apk (also from apkmirror)

Thanks. Are you using it with the G5 or the G5 Plus?
What is strange is that it is telling me that it is incompatible with my device, and not that it is not available in my country, as it happens with some other apps.
Is it is safe to install it with an .apk, and would I receive updates if I do it that way?

2014 said:
Thanks. Are you using it with the G5 or the G5 Plus?
What is strange is that it is telling me that it is incompatible with my device, and not that it is not available in my country, as it happens with some other apps.
Is it is safe to install it with an .apk, and would I receive updates if I do it that way?
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The apk I posted was downloaded by myself from the playstore so totally safe
You would only get updates if It is available in your playstore & even then you may have to uninstall & reinstall depending on app signatures if different in different locations

TheFixItMan said:
The apk I posted was downloaded by myself from the playstore so totally safe
You would only get updates if It is available in your playstore & even then you may have to uninstall & reinstall depending on app signatures if different in different locations
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Thanks. If I can get confirmation that it should work with the moto g5 (not the plus) then I will try it out.
Any reason why Google would have country restrictions on Android Auto? The cars are the same, the apps (maps, music etc) work fine, so why place restrictions on Android Auto? Apple doesn't seem to have any such restriction with Car Play (in my country at least)

2014 said:
Thanks. If I can get confirmation that it should work with the moto g5 (not the plus) then I will try it out.
Any reason why Google would have country restrictions on Android Auto? The cars are the same, the apps (maps, music etc) work fine, so why place restrictions on Android Auto? Apple doesn't seem to have any such restriction with Car Play (in my country at least)
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Why do you need confirmation to try it? Just try it - it will either install or say app not installed
Like I said the only min requirements is lollipop so no reason why the app won't install
Some apps maybe geo restricted for licensing purposes - if Googling why the app isn't available in your country doesn't come up with anything the only thing you can do is contact the app developer

He may think you provided a virus.

Exanneon said:
He may think you provided a virus.
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Lol by all means scan it - decompile it & check it
If you know my reputation around here you know I provide support
I used to be a recognised contributor but left xda for a while
Also I provided the official twrp for this device
So looking through my past posts/threads you will see the kind of support I provide

Of course, I mean you work on twrp for g5 and yet someone still manages to be suspicious

I am not suspicious I just want to know if it actually works! If this is not a country thing, maybe they marked this phone as incompatible for a good reason. I don't yet have a car with Android Auto so I can't fully test it now. Maybe it would run on the phone itself, but then fail to connect to the car (I've seen reports of this happening for several phones including different versions of the Moto G). Or maybe there is some other kind of bug that only shows up once connected to a car...

2014 said:
I am not suspicious I just want to know if it actually works! If this is not a country thing, maybe they marked this phone as incompatible for a good reason. I don't yet have a car with Android Auto so I can't fully test it now. Maybe it would run on the phone itself, but then fail to connect to the car (I've seen reports of this happening for several phones including different versions of the Moto G). Or maybe there is some other kind of bug that only shows up once connected to a car...
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The only person that can answer your question would be the app developer
Would be quicker & easier to test yourself as the chance of someone with a moto g5 & the car you might have with android auto support would be highly unlikely
In these situations it's always better to just try yourself or contact the app developer for support

I installed the apk that TheFixItMan has provided and it works fine, on both the phone and a car I tried it with for a few minutes. Thanks!
As it was said previously I can't update Android auto from the play store now, so I assume at some point it might stop working properly. Should I just get a new apk every time I need an update?

2014 said:
I installed the apk that TheFixItMan has provided and it works fine, on both the phone and a car I tried it with for a few minutes. Thanks!
As it was said previously I can't update Android auto from the play store now, so I assume at some point it might stop working properly. Should I just get a new apk every time I need an update?
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Yes just get the latest apk
As long as it's just the version that is on the playstore (unmodified) like I provided you can just update it without having to uninstall previous version

TheFixItMan said:
Yes just get the latest apk
As long as it's just the version that is on the playstore (unmodified) like I provided you can just update it without having to uninstall previous version
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Thanks where can I find such unmodified apks of latest versions?

TheFixItMan said:
Yes just get the latest apk
As long as it's just the version that is on the playstore (unmodified) like I provided you can just update it without having to uninstall previous version
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Thanks. Where can I find unmodified apks of latest versions?

2014 said:
Thanks. Where can I find unmodified apks of latest versions?
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Google is your friend
Use an alternative app store like aptoide

Flash Chinese Hydrogen version to Oxygen

Hi,
I have bought a Chinese version of the Oneplus 7t, and it comes with Hydrogen. I had looked at different guide that suggested that it was possible to load the Oxygen onto the phone in Root, and install Oxygen, but it gives me the following error: "The version of your selected packet is lower than that of the current system. To avoid booting up failure, downgrading is not allowed"
I have disabled updating the phone when I got it, so it's running: Hydrogen 10.0.1.HD65
I downloaded the latest version of Oxygen from Oneplus: OnePlus7T Oxygen OS 10.0.3 HD65AA
These were the steps I tried to follow, but got stuck at step 3. Hope anyone there can help me
1) One needs to download the official firmware from OP website
2) Put the downloaded file to the phone's storage
3) In the settings choose System Update->Parameters->Local Update->Select the transferred file ->Install
4) Reboot the phone
5) Success?

You need to install the 10.0.4 one, 10.0.3 doesn't work. Take the same steps as you would above.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80591487&postcount=46

That did the trick
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You need to install the 10.0.4 one, 10.0.3 doesn't work. Take the same steps as you would above.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80591487&postcount=46
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That did the trick, thanks for the help

kroghet said:
Hi,
I have bought a Chinese version of the Oneplus 7t, and it comes with Hydrogen. I had looked at different guide that suggested that it was possible to load the Oxygen onto the phone in Root, and install Oxygen, but it gives me the following error: "The version of your selected packet is lower than that of the current system. To avoid booting up failure, downgrading is not allowed"
I have disabled updating the phone when I got it, so it's running: Hydrogen 10.0.1.HD65
I downloaded the latest version of Oxygen from Oneplus: OnePlus7T Oxygen OS 10.0.3 HD65AA
These were the steps I tried to follow, but got stuck at step 3. Hope anyone there can help me
1) One needs to download the official firmware from OP website
2) Put the downloaded file to the phone's storage
3) In the settings choose System Update->Parameters->Local Update->Select the transferred file ->Install
4) Reboot the phone
5) Success?
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Hi. I'm also looking to do the exact same thing on a CN OP7T. Can you confirm it works without any issues? No needing to use adb, unlock bootloader etc? Its the first phone i hear of in which changing OS is too straightforward.
Booting into recovery after flashing works? Also, can you please check for me if it says Play Store Certified under Play Store Settings? I'm thinking maybe it won't carry over from CN ROM?

android2819 said:
Hi. I'm also looking to do the exact same thing on a CN OP7T. Can you confirm it works without any issues? No needing to use adb, unlock bootloader etc? Its the first phone i hear of in which changing OS is too straightforward.
Booting into recovery after flashing works? Also, can you please check for me if it says Play Store Certified under Play Store Settings? I'm thinking maybe it won't carry over from CN ROM?
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I just followed the steps, no need to use adb, or unlock bootloader. I just installed the file, and then restarted the phone like it asked me. Then i just did a factory reset, and my play store is certified. Just make sure to not update your phone with Hydrogen when you first start it up.

Getting mine in a few days. Will go with all the above steps and post here end result but I don't see there will be any issues.

kroghet said:
I just followed the steps, no need to use adb, or unlock bootloader. I just installed the file, and then restarted the phone like it asked me. Then i just did a factory reset, and my play store is certified. Just make sure to not update your phone with Hydrogen when you first start it up.
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I suppose both Hydrogen and Oxygen are on the same version 10.0.4? So downgrading wouldn't work, but what about switching from the same version to the other?

Just did this myself...took me 15 minutes when I had the file downloaded.
Super easy and super happy that I spent 425$ for this device
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android2819 said:
I suppose both Hydrogen and Oxygen are on the same version 10.0.4? So downgrading wouldn't work, but what about switching from the same version to the other?
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I don't think thats possible. You might need for next release to upgrade and switch.
I think you can enable it if you root the device. But don't take my word for it. Maybe someone else will answer this one.

Zmajvitez said:
Just did this myself...took me 15 minutes when I had the file downloaded.
Super easy and super happy that I spent 425$ for this device
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I don't think thats possible. You might need for next release to upgrade and switch.
I think you can enable it if you root the device. But don't take my word for it. Maybe someone else will answer this one.
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That's great hearing it. I'll do it too as soon as i receive my device.
If you don't mind me asking, what HydrogenOS version did your device come preinstalled with and where did you buy it from at that price? 128/8 version?
Thanks!

I think it was 10.0.1 Hydrogen
But yeah, just used the file posted on this page and worked as a charm.
I bought it in China from there official OnePlus website.. and 256/8 ????

got mine last Saturday fresh from OP factory and downloaded USA rom but got lower version error so i downloaded again from UK OP support webpage and that did it for me.
PS i looked around just now and noticed that the ROMs on OP support webpages vary from country to country. HKG still has 10.0.3 like the US while Thailand has 10.0.4 like the UK.
OP 2 -> OP 3T -> OP 7T (all H2OS -> O2S converted) :-}

Zmajvitez said:
I think it was 10.0.1 Hydrogen
But yeah, just used the file posted on this page and worked as a charm.
I bought it in China from there official OnePlus website.. and 256/8
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You mean you were in person in China? Or just ordered online from oneplus CN store and shipped to your country? Because i may be wrong, but i don't think they allow you to purchase and ship to another country, considering they do have their store in my country as well. But i'm not sure. I only want the 256GB version and it's only available in China and India from what i see. So it's basically Aliexpress or other sites such as Gearbest, Wondamobile, etc..
But maybe i can order straight from them? What about warranty? Does it cover only China?
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?
Thanks!
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jakbkk said:
got mine last Saturday fresh from OP factory and downloaded USA rom but got lower version error so i downloaded again from UK OP support webpage and that did it for me.
PS i looked around just now and noticed that the ROMs on OP support webpages vary from country to country. HKG still has 10.0.3 like the US while Thailand has 10.0.4 like the UK.
OP 2 -> OP 3T -> OP 7T (all H2OS -> O2S converted) :-}
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In my experience on owning few android products over the years(samsung only), this is the first ever device in which changing country dependant ROM is as straightforward as ever. I haven't found any other manufacturer that comes close to OP experience. Literally all other manufacturers i know of require you to unlock bootloader, use ADB, fastboot, input comands and so forth.
I have yet to look into custom ROMs for OP, but i'm sure it's still more straightforward than competition.
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?

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android2819 said:
You mean you were in person in China? Or just ordered online from oneplus CN store and shipped to your country? Because i may be wrong, but i don't think they allow you to purchase and ship to another country, considering they do have their store in my country as well. But i'm not sure. I only want the 256GB version and it's only available in China and India from what i see. So it's basically Aliexpress or other sites such as Gearbest, Wondamobile, etc..
But maybe i can order straight from them? What about warranty? Does it cover only China?
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?
Thanks!
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In my experience on owning few android products over the years(samsung only), this is the first ever device in which changing country dependant ROM is as straightforward as ever. I haven't found any other manufacturer that comes close to OP experience. Literally all other manufacturers i know of require you to unlock bootloader, use ADB, fastboot, input comands and so forth.
I have yet to look into custom ROMs for OP, but i'm sure it's still more straightforward than competition.
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?
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thanks for your comment. yes, that is the no.1 reason i switched to OP from other brands (i have used IOS, Meizu, HTC, Sony and also MS WinPhone in the past). the simplicity and ease of conversion was why i bought the OP2 at the local OP store when they had one before. my Chinese is just so-so and feel more comfortable with English/Google apps.
as for the GREEN TINT, i just adjusted my brightness down to the lowest level where i can still read things (i don't see any numerical %) but i don't experience any issue. i have my phone in Nuanced Dark Theme but also tried with the brighter Illuminating Light theme.
imgur.com/a/4il3ET2
i like the simple Nokia's Z Launcher so i just keep on using it even though it's not updated any more.
PS. i guess i haven't reached the required 10 posts yet so my images don't show so i am just sharing the link for now.

jakbkk said:
got mine last Saturday fresh from OP factory and downloaded USA rom but got lower version error so i downloaded again from UK OP support webpage and that did it for me.
PS i looked around just now and noticed that the ROMs on OP support webpages vary from country to country. HKG still has 10.0.3 like the US while Thailand has 10.0.4 like the UK.
OP 2 -> OP 3T -> OP 7T (all H2OS -> O2S converted) :-}
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Yup, I have noticed that as well. Some countries get updates sooner than later... I guess you can just always be on the lookout and download what you need and if you don't want to wait for your country to get an update
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android2819 said:
You mean you were in person in China? Or just ordered online from oneplus CN store and shipped to your country? Because i may be wrong, but i don't think they allow you to purchase and ship to another country, considering they do have their store in my country as well. But i'm not sure. I only want the 256GB version and it's only available in China and India from what i see. So it's basically Aliexpress or other sites such as Gearbest, Wondamobile, etc..
But maybe i can order straight from them? What about warranty? Does it cover only China?
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?
Thanks!
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In my experience on owning few android products over the years(samsung only), this is the first ever device in which changing country dependant ROM is as straightforward as ever. I haven't found any other manufacturer that comes close to OP experience. Literally all other manufacturers i know of require you to unlock bootloader, use ADB, fastboot, input comands and so forth.
I have yet to look into custom ROMs for OP, but i'm sure it's still more straightforward than competition.
Edit: There is a discussion on another thread about a possible Green Tint Display Issue when Brightness is less than 10-15%, appearing on upper right part of the display, most visible on dark screens. Can you confirm if CN version has the same issue? Do you notice anything at all?
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Yes, lucky for me I am currently in China and thats why the price is what it is and I got the 256 version.
If you are in Australia I can bring you one as I am going back there in 2-3 weeks.
So yes, the warranty is only for China. Which means if something gets broken you will need to send it to the country you bought it in for it to get fixed. As I have some family here in China by some random luck, I can ship this phone back to them and they can take care of it for me. I hope that will not happen though
But that is the same case for my Pixel 2 that I bought in the USA. I just had some issues with it and they are asking me to send it to the USA in order for it to get fixed. So now I have to send it to my cousin and then he will send it to Google... like there is no Google store in Australia
Happy to report that there is no green tint on my device
Also, it is very funny that 7T has a different price (significantly more expensive) in Hong Kong and the only "benifit" from buying it there is that it will run Oxygen straight from the box.

Zmajvitez said:
Just did this myself...took me 15 minutes when I had the file downloaded.
Super easy and super happy that I spent 425$ for this device
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I don't think thats possible. You might need for next release to upgrade and switch.
I think you can enable it if you root the device. But don't take my word for it. Maybe someone else will answer this one.
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Where did you buy for $425?

BoboBrazil said:
Where did you buy for $425?
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China - official OnePlus store.

dynamike27 said:
You need to install the 10.0.4 one, 10.0.3 doesn't work. Take the same steps as you would above.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80591487&postcount=46
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I updated the hydrogen software and now i can't change it to oxygen even after downloading this last version,so what should i do

Still can't flash 10.0.4 Oxygen
One of my friends proceed with auto update on Hydrogen to his brand new oneplus 7t and after that even with Oxygen 10.0.4 he still get the error message lower version.
Can anyone help him please?

dynamike27 said:
You need to install the 10.0.4 one, 10.0.3 doesn't work. Take the same steps as you would above.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80591487&postcount=46
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is there any new update because it didn't work for me ?

Zmajvitez said:
Yup, I have noticed that as well. Some countries get updates sooner than later... I guess you can just always be on the lookout and download what you need and if you don't want to wait for your country to get an update
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Yes, lucky for me I am currently in China and thats why the price is what it is and I got the 256 version.
If you are in Australia I can bring you one as I am going back there in 2-3 weeks.
So yes, the warranty is only for China. Which means if something gets broken you will need to send it to the country you bought it in for it to get fixed. As I have some family here in China by some random luck, I can ship this phone back to them and they can take care of it for me. I hope that will not happen though
But that is the same case for my Pixel 2 that I bought in the USA. I just had some issues with it and they are asking me to send it to the USA in order for it to get fixed. So now I have to send it to my cousin and then he will send it to Google... like there is no Google store in Australia
Happy to report that there is no green tint on my device
Also, it is very funny that 7T has a different price (significantly more expensive) in Hong Kong and the only "benifit" from buying it there is that it will run Oxygen straight from the box.
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Quite surprised myself too that prices in HK are that high. Generally its the other way round. But i might do the same as you since i am based in China and will install the HK ROM if i decide to move away from IOS.

WW rom 1910.35 FOTA update

https://mega.nz/#!w0ZHjA6I!hrKmMca42c5798fuqCWZgM8Vcl5V6TAQsHipLhpjC5o
Here we go, WW update, latest rom for us! Thanks to chicken on the Vietnam telegram group. I'll post more later when I get home regarding magisk etc.
For now though, place in root of the storage and restart. But hang fire of you're rooted and want to remain so, I'll post instructions later, unless of course you know what you're doing. I just want to check magisk via ota method works before I post in detail here...
Changelog
WW 1910.35
Added grid display for game selection in the Games Library of Armoury Crate
Added game cover customization in*the Games Library of Armoury Crate
Added AirTriggers slide gesture in Game Genie (Beta)
Fixed the issue where navigation bar couldn't be hidden when playing "Black Desert"
Fixed the issue where Game Genie panel was pulled out easily when Key Mapping was used
Update with root : I was running magisk 20.1 prior to updating. After placing ota in root of internal storage and rebooting, system update should be detected. Click to install. Once completed don't restart the device, just choose 'later', then go to magisk manager and choose install. Then choose install ota. After that, reboot and you should have a fully updated and working latest rom with latest magisk still intact
Root and stock boot img's should you need...
https://mega.nz/#!1wwyCQIa!Rtsfo0J94KvJOUgmhYTHpwY8zy22BLNWJi_9GbAzoYU

Still no WiFi calling or voLTE...boo!

Thanks... Very good.

Works great! Thanks @reg66 for all your contribution to this small community .

scum2000 said:
Still no WiFi calling or voLTE...boo!
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Lol, it's not happening.

"Added AirTriggers slide gesture in Game Genie (Beta)"
Can you describe what this does?

MishaalRahman said:
"Added AirTriggers slide gesture in Game Genie (Beta)"
Can you describe what this does?
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Umm, good question! I just posted the changelog, not sure what it allows to do. Will have a Google etc later if I get a chance...
Perhaps, for instance, when going around corners in a car racing game the slide option allows gradual increase in steering? But that's a complete guess at this point!

Thanks. Btw anyone using Paypal or Bank apps? Not working after rooting right?

iampatricktan said:
Thanks. Btw anyone using Paypal or Bank apps? Not working after rooting right?
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Mine work, barclays and PayPal... Use magisk hide in the manager

MishaalRahman said:
"Added AirTriggers slide gesture in Game Genie (Beta)"
Can you describe what this does?
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Basically, yeah, it allows gradual sliding to control, for instance, walking /sprinting in pubg or gradual drifting in asphalt... But I have used it yet, I'm only telling you what I was told! Hopefully that's correct though...

reg66 said:
Basically, yeah, it allows gradual sliding to control, for instance, walking /sprinting in pubg or gradual drifting in asphalt... But I have used it yet, I'm only telling you what I was told! Hopefully that's correct though...
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Hope someone can confirm because this sounds really cool. I have the CN version so we don't get the same updates.

@MishaalRahman Please see screenshot...

I assume this has the October Security update too?? Isn't mentioned in the release notes

cheetah2k said:
I assume this has the October Security update too?? Isn't mentioned in the release notes
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Yes, 1st Oct

Haven't gotten this OTA update, didn't get .25 either. I'm not sure why because my device is untouched. Anybody else seeing this issue? I'm on a WW device, Indian variant, 8/128.

GeekGod said:
Haven't gotten this OTA update, didn't get .25 either. I'm not sure why because my device is untouched. Anybody else seeing this issue? I'm on a WW device, Indian variant, 8/128.
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1. Have you had any updates without forcing them?
2. These updates are early releases from CN or Taiwan or Vietnam (somewhere along those lines) and the updates for eu and India market will no doubt get released at some point in the future from the main asus website.
3. Although you may have bought a device with WW rom installed, doesn't mean the fingerprint has been changed. You can check with device info hw from playstore. You'll find, under system, your product id and rom plus fingerprint, they all need to match.
4. That said, even then I'm not sure (if they do all match) you'll get the updates without manually installing them. I can't say for sure as I always download the early bird releases from Vietnam telegram group. I've never waited to see if updates to indeed happen automatically here in UK...
Hope some of this helps...

reg66 said:
1. Have you had any updates without forcing them?
2. These updates are early releases from CN or Taiwan or Vietnam (somewhere along those lines) and the updates for eu and India market will no doubt get released at some point in the future from the main asus website.
3. Although you may have bought a device with WW rom installed, doesn't mean the fingerprint has been changed. You can check with device info hw from playstore. You'll find, under system, your product id and rom plus fingerprint, they all need to match.
4. That said, even then I'm not sure (if they do all match) you'll get the updates without manually installing them. I can't say for sure as I always download the early bird releases from Vietnam telegram group. I've never waited to see if updates to indeed happen automatically here in UK...
Hope some of this helps...
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1. Yes, I've gotten the .21 update which is the only one that has come out since I bought the phone.
2. I thought so too, just need to confirm.
3. It's an official Indian variant from Asus, so fingerprint mismatch is unlikely. I think it's just that .25 was never officially released, and I'll probably get .35 soon. Hopefully!
Thanks for your help.

GeekGod said:
1. Yes, I've gotten the .21 update which is the only one that has come out since I bought the phone.
2. I thought so too, just need to confirm.
3. It's an official Indian variant from Asus, so fingerprint mismatch is unlikely. I think it's just that .25 was never officially released, and I'll probably get .35 soon. Hopefully!
Thanks for your help.
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.21 was an official release. .25 still hasnt been updated on the Asus Bios firmware page, so I assume it wasnt official. .35 still hasn't been updated on the Asus Bios firmware page, so its still not available. If you have a genuine WW phone (like my North American WW bought from B&H) then just download, put in the root directory, and reboot the phone to install.
I've just done mine, and works great! :good::good:

cheetah2k said:
.21 was an official release. .25 still hasnt been updated on the Asus Bios firmware page, so I assume it wasnt official. .35 still hasn't been updated on the Asus Bios firmware page, so its still not available. If you have a genuine WW phone (like my North American WW bought from B&H) then just download, put in the root directory, and reboot the phone to install.
I've just done mine, and works great! :good::good:
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I'll wait for a couple of days and then try doing that. OTA for Indian units is usually delayed so I'm hoping I'll get it by the end of this week.

Goooood