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I have done most of the initial steps required to install CM11 but still I want to conform if I am going in the right path...
Model : Xperia SP C5302
Built number : 12.1.A.1.207 (Stock)
Kernel version : 3.4.0 (July 8 2014)
I have done the following things:
- Rooted using Towelroot (Verified root using a few root checking apps)
- Installed SuperSU (Chainfire) and BusyBox
- Installed CWM 4.4.1
And have not done the following:
- Yet to Unlock Bootloader
- Did not flash any Kernel
So I have a few Questions
Question 1:
Unlocking the Bootloader will lead to permanent loss of DRM keys... So will I be able to access Bravia Engine by any means after installing CM11???
Question 2:
Is it necessary to flash a kernel before installing CM11???
Question 3:
Is it safe to install CM11 by booting in Recovery mode or Flashboot mode (or whatever they call that, in which we do not need the help of PC) or using flashtool in PC is much safer and better???
Question 4:
Is there anything else for Me to do other than what I have already done (all those I have mentioned)???
Question 5:
There are a lot of Bootloop complaints about the recently released CM11 M10 Snapshot... So is it safe to install it or is it better to go with Nighties??? Is Nighties Stable (around)???
Question 6:
Is there any method to bring back the use of the Illumination bar in the mobile as a visualizer in Music n Photos app after Installing CM11???
Question 7:
In case I mess up, is what is the method to return to stock firmware (and what should I do now, i.e. before Unlocking Bootloader)???
If not all, please help Me clear at least some of My doubts
And if possible, It will be great if You give a complete tutorial (video or post) form a stock, unrooted, locked mobile to a mobile running a custom ROM...
Thank You all a Lot :victory:
bharathulaganathan said:
I have done most of the initial steps required to install CM11 but still I want to conform if I am going in the right path...
Model : Xperia SP C5302
Built number : 12.1.A.1.207 (Stock)
Kernel version : 3.4.0 (July 8 2014)
I have done the following things:
- Rooted using Towelroot (Verified root using a few root checking apps)
- Installed SuperSU (Chainfire) and BusyBox
- Installed CWM 4.4.1
And have not done the following:
- Yet to Unlock Bootloader
- Did not flash any Kernel
So I have a few Questions
Question 1:
Unlocking the Bootloader will lead to permanent loss of DRM keys... So will I be able to access Bravia Engine by any means after installing CM11???
Question 2:
Is it necessary to flash a kernel before installing CM11???
Question 3:
Is it safe to install CM11 by booting in Recovery mode or Flashboot mode (or whatever they call that, in which we do not need the help of PC) or using flashtool in PC is much safer and better???
Question 4:
Is there anything else for Me to do other than what I have already done (all those I have mentioned)???
Question 5:
There are a lot of Bootloop complaints about the recently released CM11 M10 Snapshot... So is it safe to install it or is it better to go with Nighties??? Is Nighties Stable (around)???
Question 6:
Is there any method to bring back the use of the Illumination bar in the mobile as a visualizer in Music n Photos app after Installing CM11???
Question 7:
In case I mess up, is what is the method to return to stock firmware (and what should I do now, i.e. before Unlocking Bootloader)???
If not all, please help Me clear at least some of My doubts
And if possible, It will be great if You give a complete tutorial (video or post) form a stock, unrooted, locked mobile to a mobile running a custom ROM...
Thank You all a Lot :victory:
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First I will suggest you to leave your Bootloader locked and just install Paranoid or PAC ROMs.
1. Yes, you will lose your DRM Keys. No you wont be able to.
2. It's good to flash latest .207 kernel before/after you install the ROM (if your bl is locked).
3. Just install it from CWM/TWRP
4. Root→install recovery→wipe data/cache etc.→install ROM→install GAPS→flash kernel→reboot→you Gucci
5. Your phone can always explode if you're dumb enough or you just don't like to read. (as I said PAC or Paranoid are better options than CM11)
6. Not really sure.
7. If you have your bl locked then just put your phone in flashmode and flash stock .ftf with flashtool. If not relock your bootloader then do the same.
So, if you ask me go for PAC ROM and locked bootloader. I think it's the best ROM so far for our device. I'm with Paranoid and it's quite Gucci as well, everything works like a charm, the ROM is fast and stable. I'm only suggesting you to install Greenify and DS Battery Saver Xposed Modules cause the battery isn't as good as the stock one.
As for tutorial, just read the guide in the thread. It's pretty simple and straight forward. You have to be really dumb to mess up five simple steps.
Good luck!
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
eSu.Matix said:
First I will suggest you to leave your Bootloader locked and just install Paranoid or PAC ROMs.
1. Yes, you will lose your DRM Keys. No you wont be able to.
2. It's good to flash latest .207 kernel before/after you install the ROM (if your bl is locked).
3. Just install it from CWM/TWRP
4. Root→install recovery→wipe data/cache etc.→install ROM→install GAPS→flash kernel→reboot→you Gucci
5. Your phone can always explode if you're dumb enough or you just don't like to read. (as I said PAC or Paranoid are better options than CM11)
6. Not really sure.
7. If you have your bl locked then just put your phone in flashmode and flash stock .ftf with flashtool. If not relock your bootloader then do the same.
So, if you ask me go for PAC ROM and locked bootloader. I think it's the best ROM so far for our device. I'm with Paranoid and it's quite Gucci as well, everything works like a charm, the ROM is fast and stable. I'm only suggesting you to install Greenify and DS Battery Saver Xposed Modules cause the battery isn't as good as the stock one.
As for tutorial, just read the guide in the thread. It's pretty simple and straight forward. You have to be really dumb to mess up five simple steps.
Good luck!
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Thanx a lot... I flashed PACman ROM... Its really Osm :laugh:
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ShinOrochiX said:
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
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Will try U-Disco... Thanx 4 d suggestion...
ShinOrochiX said:
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
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U-Disco is OSM but U need 2 buy it 4 it 2 run in the background...
Can someone tell me if I can flash this on my locked sp? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2868398
I have been a hardcore custom rom user (nexus 4), but sony's implementation of things confuses me a lot, that is why I have been refraining to install CM
tj_droid said:
Can someone tell me if I can flash this on my locked sp? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2868398
I have been a hardcore custom rom user (nexus 4), but sony's implementation of things confuses me a lot, that is why I have been refraining to install CM
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Yes you can ! The LBL tag means locked bootloader (opposed to UB or UBL for unlocked). You can flash any ROM that has it but just check the instructions in op for any ROM specific recommendation.
pec0ra said:
Yes you can ! The LBL tag means locked bootloader (opposed to UB or UBL for unlocked). You can flash any ROM that has it but just check the instructions in op for any ROM specific recommendation.
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Is there any basic disadvantage of flashing ROMs on a locked bootloader(like some features not working?) or is the similar to unlocked bootloader roms?
I am not responsible for bricked devices. Follow these steps at your own RISK! :angel:
Flashing this ROM will install the STOCK Android 5.0.2 OS From LG & T-Mobile.
This is only intended for use on the LG L90 D415 (T-Mobile Variant)
I've tested and everything works just fine. Just be sure to flash the SuperSU zip I've also provided. otherwise you WILL lose root!
I ASSUME YOU ALREADY HAVE BEEN FLASHING ROMS ON YOUR DEVICE AND ALREADY HAVE A CUSTOM RECOVERY INSTALLED!
I'm currently running a TWRP flashable version of the Official Lollipop update for the D415 L90 Optimus, or as I call it, the LollipOptimus! LOL
Rooted and all!
In post #3 there are links to my downloads. :laugh:
thanks to: @DevoutDevelopment for advice!
& @shoxxy for twrp!
Thanks to LG for updating this mid-range device!
Thank you to the L90 community! :highfive: You guys ROCK!
XDA:DevDB Information
D415 Lollipop STOKK-ROM [Recovery Flashable], ROM for the LG Optimus L90
Contributors
brossovitch
ROM OS Version: 5.0.x Lollipop
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
ROM Firmware Required: LGE L90 D415 (w7)
Based On: Stock LG/TMO OTA
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: D415-LolliSTOKK
Stable Release Date: 2015-04-15
Created 2015-04-09
Last Updated 2015-04-15
Reserved
For this Rom to flash and function properly you need:
An LG Optimus D415 (T-Mobile USA) which has a custom recovery installed.
As far as the boot loader being unlocked.... I never had the LG bootloader to begin with, only fastboot.
The current functioning ROM is FULL stock. You must flash SuperSU before rebooting or you will lose ROOT!
**************INSTRUCTIONS*****************
First download all three files in the next post. they are:
1. ROM Zip (LG/TMO packed by me.)
2. SuperSU update Zip (Mediafire)
3. TWRP.img (shoxxy)
++Ensure you have TWRP installed.++
Then do this:
1. Reboot into TWRP (CWM works too, I reccomend Shoxxys TWRP)
2. Flash ROM
4. Flash SuperSU zip to keep ROOT
5. Factory reset via TWRP
6. Reboot
You're DONE!
It will take several minutes to begin booting, be patient. You MAY see the LG logo for a minimum of 5 minutes, don't freak out!
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FRIENDLY HEADS UP:
The Stock ROM file is more than 1GB (1.07gb actually) so you'll need to have enough free space on your SDcard.
YES, I reccomend flashing it from the External SD Card.
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Stock LG Lollipop unrooted?
Just follow this simple tutorial:
http://highonandroid.com/android-smartphones/how-to-root-lg-g-flex-2-g2-g3-on-lollipop/
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If you need a way to install TWRP from the device and you are rooted I HIGHLY recommend RASHR:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.mkrtchyan.recoverytools&hl=en
Godspeed to you all. PM me if you have issues. But I'm not responsible for your decisions!
DOWNLOADS
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LG L90 D415 Lollipop Stock LG ROM******************************************
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TWRP by @shoxxy :
https://mega.co.nz/#!w9kjwaxY!xzJUOWd_BErk-F3_mAHAz3JUaVfypy1hFjffBoJOrxQ
(Mirror link on my MEGA account with permission from Shoxxy, you may not do the same..)
Updated: 04/27/2015
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Shoxxy's TWRP Thread (GO GIVE SOME THANKS):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-l90/development/recovery-twrp2-7-1-0lgl90w7xxshoxx-t2826150
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SuperSU v2.46:
https://mega.co.nz/#!gotQHIpJ!aFb-3XvJQjav6ASo79G24dEgpVvOpWutnGbmMZWUVS8
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STOCK ROM:
https://mega.co.nz/#!QhNBjaYS!6H4_HX7wMW5zy7rs2FgNRpvj2eBfZW6OSxLZ3kP9nno
Updated: 04/16/2015 @ 05:23am
There is an issue with baseband coming from KK based ROMs.
There are work arounds.
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All file access to my L90 folder on MEGA:
https://mega.co.nz/#F!FgVjna7T!DA9yydBcB0PIk9UxeVZXzw
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+LG FLASH TOOL THREAD:
> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797190
(o^;^o)
LollipOptimus™
I have put together a modified version of this ROM. It's the stock OS with many changes..
Debloated and trimmed to where it is as MY daily driver..
It's stable, smooth, and functional. There are many things removed, like the quick memo app and quick remote app, I will not put them back in. You could just trial and error debloat the system on your own, like I did this week..
Anyway, here's the ROM:
https://mega.co.nz/#!B4EEXZxZ!40XcuPjeFMUVcW0TpAOeQwVkuZNNCzs9OtH9V-TJVl4
There will be updates made periodically. It's not fully done yet, IMO.
Make a nandroid before flashing this! Just in case!
Let me know immediately if there are any issues!
I'm so ready for this. I can finally have my camera back.
This is gonna be too good. Thanks for all the legwork so lazy bums like myself can enjoy the goodness.
nemesis101x said:
I'm so ready for this. I can finally have my camera back.
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The Camera works! everything except the baseband for some reason...
I'm going to figure this out.
then provide a link to the ROM and SUPERSU zip to ensure you stay rooted.
I had some problems and the zip I made accidentally flashed the stock boot loader, OH NO!
adb reboot fastboot
then
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
YAY I learned things today!
brossovitch said:
The Camera works! everything except the baseband for some reason...
I'm going to figure this out.
then provide a link to the ROM and SUPERSU zip to ensure you stay rooted.
I had some problems and the zip I made accidentally flashed the stock boot loader, OH NO!
adb reboot fastboot
then
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
YAY I learned things today!
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Baseband
I had this problem with stock kitkat.... I think it was my META file or my ubuntu giving me problems at that time
Razer206 said:
Baseband
I had this problem with stock kitkat.... I think it was my META file or my ubuntu giving me problems at that time
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How did you fix this problem?
brossovitch said:
How did you fix this problem?
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I never did somebody had already release deodexe KitKat back last Dec.... So I delete my Lil project
Check your boot img, could be giving problems
What tool did you use to pull systems files from kdz? I will upload mines if you wanna see them
Razer206 said:
I never did somebody had already release deodexe KitKat back last Dec.... So I delete my Lil project
Check your boot img, could be giving problems
What tool did you use to pull systems files from kdz? I will upload mines if you wanna see them
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I used the LG firmware extraction tool.
I've fixed the issued! Uploading SOON!
Currently debloating. I will release debloated with SUPERSU and busybox preinstalled. I'm not going to deodex, I'll leave that to the individual.
This ROM is amazing. LG is really out doing themselves!
As it stands, my ROM is 1.07GB as a zip. I'm timming it down. Hoping to get somewhere nearer to 700mb..
Keep your eye's peeled. It's coming!
brossovitch said:
Currently debloating. I will release debloated with SUPERSU and busybox preinstalled. I'm not going to deodex, I'll leave that to the individual.
This ROM is amazing. LG is really out doing themselves!
As it stands, my ROM is 1.07GB as a zip. I'm timming it down. Hoping to get somewhere nearer to 700mb..
Keep your eye's peeled. It's coming!
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You see deodex lollipop is crazy long, and lollipop throwing issues...
. I don't blame you, do the best you can
I'm currently running a TWRP flashable version of the Official Lollipop update for the D415 L90 Optimus, or as I call it, the LollipOptimus! LOL
Rooted and all!
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Could you do TWRP or CWM flashable version of the Official Lollipop update for the D410 L90 Optimus?
brossovitch said:
Currently debloating. I will release debloated with SUPERSU and busybox preinstalled. I'm not going to deodex, I'll leave that to the individual.
This ROM is amazing. LG is really out doing themselves!
As it stands, my ROM is 1.07GB as a zip. I'm timming it down. Hoping to get somewhere nearer to 700mb..
Keep your eye's peeled. It's coming!
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I know, that if i will flash twrp on stock lollipop D410 it will be bricked. Are U changing loader to avoid this? Or u create flashable 5.0.2 that working on older loaders?
Andruxa666777 said:
I know, that if i will flash twrp on stock lollipop D410 it will be bricked. Are U changing loader to avoid this? Or u create flashable 5.0.2 that working on older loaders?
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Nope, none of that.
I will say this, @Quarx has a Lollipop CWM recovery if you're worried about recovery compatibility....
I honestly prefer to use the FLAWLESS TWRP from @shoxxy .........I mean, it's simply the best!
I flashed via TWRP with no problems whatsoever/
I flash the ZIP, then SuperSU.zip, then just to be extra safe I reflashed the TWRP.IMG from recovery.
then I rebooted recovery to ensure TWRP was installed.
then simply rebooted the system...
everything worked great so far.
I just want to test it a few more times and make sure I don't kill anyone elses device. I had a WiFi only phone for a good 7hrs. nobody should have to deal with that.
I bricked this device several times today already, i need to ensure everything is working well before I have someone test.
I currently have a few people in mind to test. if they agree and try it out with no problems, it will be free for the taking!
Should I leave it stock with GApps? or remove all the GApps so users can flash their own..?
I say remove all gapps so we can flash our own.
Might give a little bit of freedom for the users. But I don't really care! I wanna try this out!
brossovitch said:
Nope, none of that.
I will say this, @Quarx has a Lollipop CWM recovery if you're worried about recovery compatibility....
I honestly prefer to use the FLAWLESS TWRP from @shoxxy .........I mean, it's simply the best!
I flashed via TWRP with no problems whatsoever/
I flash the ZIP, then SuperSU.zip, then just to be extra safe I reflashed the TWRP.IMG from recovery.
then I rebooted recovery to ensure TWRP was installed.
then simply rebooted the system...
everything worked great so far.
I just want to test it a few more times and make sure I don't kill anyone elses device. I had a WiFi only phone for a good 7hrs. nobody should have to deal with that.
I bricked this device several times today already, i need to ensure everything is working well before I have someone test.
I currently have a few people in mind to test. if they agree and try it out with no problems, it will be free for the taking!
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no, i mean that you are creating flashable 5.0.2, that will be flashing from recovery on 4.4.2 phone аnd after flashing recovery still properly working? It is?
But the official firmware via LG Support tool reflashes boot, aboot,laf,recovery,system folder etc. Does this mean that your firmware flashes only kernel, folders systems and data, but first levels of loading(like aboot) stay from older 4.4.2?
Andruxa666777 said:
no, i mean that you are creating flashable 5.0.2, that will be flashing from recovery on 4.4.2 phone аnd after flashing recovery still properly working? It is?
But the official firmware via LG Support tool reflashes boot, aboot,laf,recovery,system folder etc. Does this mean that your firmware flashes only kernel, folders systems and data, but first levels of loading(like aboot) stay from older 4.4.2?
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No, this ROM will flash all those, then just flash SUPERSU and TWRP right behind it. it typically works. Try it out.
I uploaded a BETA, be careful!
Hi, many thanks for the great and detailed how-to. However, I think it may lack some answers to a few important questions that people who come from other phones could ask. Until now, I've been used to rooting and flashing my Galaxy Nexus which appears to be rather different from the methods on this phone. Anyway here goes: I just got my Z3 Compact. I'm willing to give the stock UI a try, especially because it has some very nice features (noise removal on camera, STAMINA mode) and a clean enough look, however I need root and don't want to put up with some of the preinstalled apps. I can then either create my own pre-rooted image or flash a custom, stock-based ROM w/ root such as SLiM. Here are my questions:
Based on the how-to, if I want to install a custom ROM such as SLiM, at which step do I need to flash it? In particular, that ROM requires "root and recovery", does that really mean that I first have to root a stock ROM and install a new pre-rooted ROM + recovery, and only then flash SLiM from recovery, or can I install it during the various stages of the how-to?
I was used to TWRP recovery remaining on my Galaxy Nexus for pretty much all its life. I don't understand: why are there so many different recoveries for the Xperia phones and why do you apparently need to flash them so often? Can't you put one there and never touch it again? Why do they sometimes come with the ROM?
Why do some custom ROMs have requirements to be running a specific version of the firmware to be installed? Can't they just be flashed from recovery? Oh and btw, is there a difference between a ROM and a "firmware" as far as Xperia-specific vocabulary goes?
Putting those questions into words, I realize I may be missing something crucial about these phones that ties recovery, ROM and kernel together in a way I'm not used to. If there is any documentation about how these general concepts work on Sony phones, I'd be happy to read it!
Thanks in advance.
Answering myself, hoping it can be helpful to people who are new to the Z3C and wondering about the same questions:
SLiM is a complete ROM, it only requires "Root and Recovery" to mean that it must be flashed from recovery -- and recovery must be installed from root anyway.
If you want to install SLiM on your first root, you must follow the how-to down to the point where you've downgraded, rooted and installed XZDualRecovery. After that you're good to go, you can wipe everything (or not) and flash SLiM.
There aren't in fact that many recoveries. Basically, the CWM recovery and its derivatives (PhilZ Touch) and TWRP. Both have different UIs and a few different extras in the way they manage backups, but they really serve the same purpose.
And then, there are things like XZDualRecovery, which includes both standard recoveries and allows to choose between them. Why include both? I don't know -- it may be related to CM ROMs needing their own recovery or just user preference --. Anyway, I suppose what makes XZDualRecovery the standard on Z2+ Xperia phones is its ease of install and the fact that it works out of the box.
Now, you need to reflash XZDualRecovery after installing a new ROM. There's a part of it that resides in the system partition and you'll lose it when you flash a new ROM; that's a big difference from what I was used to on the GNex, and many custom ROMs already include the necessary files. Be sure to check that before you flash, though.
I was mistaken, no ROM comes with a "previous ROM" requirement. Some packages (debloat releases such as serajr's for example) require an already present and rooted ROM to be installed, as they don't contain the whole system + data. They are not complete ROMs and must be flashed onto an existing, rooted ROM of the same version.
There is no real difference between ROM and "firmware", the latter is mostly what Sony uses to describe their flashable tool format releases while the former is more often used to describe custom releases. As a consequence, you'll more often see Sony's stock .FTF files described as "firmwares", and custom flashable .zip files as "ROMs".
In the end, here is what I ended up doing yesterday to my new Orange FR Z3C:
Follow the how-to to:
install the PC drivers;
downgrade to 23.0.A.2.93 stock firmware;
root the phone;
install XZDualRecovery;
Download Pandemic's pre-rooted stock 5.1.1 rom (23.4.A.0.546), reboot to recovery and flash it;
Download serajr's debloated, pre-rooted system and flash it;
Download and flash RICDefeat just to be safe;
Download and flash/install the Xposed framework and serajr's Xperia Xposed, although right now I only use it for its ability to load custom icon packs.
Huge thanks to everyone involved in the development of these tools, apps and ROMs.
So browsing through all the development threads I can't seem to find a basic root tutorial. I just want to root the stock rom so I can use greenify to improve the wife's batt life. I understand I'll need to unlock the bootloader. The phone is now a year old so no warranty left anyway. Any help would be appreciated.
EDIT: Sorry it's a XT1063, not 1068.
Sent from my KFFOWI using Tapatalk
Unlock the bootloader using this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/general/wip-unlock-bootloader-moto-g-2nd-gen-t2875728 : Warning - unlock will factory reset your device.
Flash the recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...recovery-twrp-2-8-2-0-touch-recovery-t2979149
(in fastboot mode from first tutorial, use command
Code:
fastboot flash recovery xxxx.img
)
Then copy the supersu zip to your device, boot into recovery and install it. https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip
Thank you sir. That's disappointing you have to wipe to unlock boot loader. In that case I might as well flash a ROM. I know asking about "the best" rom is frowned upon but what's a good stable daily driver that I can flash once and forget about it, since it's not my phone.
Side question, rooting then upgrading to official marshmallow will kill root I assume?
1. Personally I use temasek's CM13 - while updates are not as frequent, the feature set is pretty nice. And it is quite stable. http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/development/rom-temasek-s-unofficial-cm13-t3264678/
2. I don't think you will be able to upgrade to Marshmallow with a modified device using the standard OTA method. This works, though http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/general/6-0-soak-moto-g-2014-t3255883
PS : For Marshmallow, if you are using a stock ROM, root is to be done with SuperSU's 2.6x zip file, don't use the older versions.
Most custom ROM's are CM based, and therefore, have root inbuilt. So you don't need to do anything more about that if you flash a custom ROM.
PPS : Next time quote or mention me, so I get a notification. Thanks.
Hi all after trying hundreds of different roms on my old nexus. I think i have found the best way to boost the speed. I'm using xenonhd 5.1.1 with parrot mod and M-kernels. ??
Trying it out right now and it seems snappy. But I am using f2fs version of Xenonhd without the M kernel.
Give the xenonhd please...
Links please
GrandLuLu said:
Give the xenonhd please...
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Sab3elbromba said:
Links please
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A little "search" goes along ways......
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826484
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?a=show&w=files&flid=23229
"Lightning fast" and "Nexus 7 2012" are not normally used in the same sentence.
Maybe I'll have to give this a try. I've kept mine on stock KitKat, and it's dog slow.
Are you using SuperSU as recommended by ParrotMod, or does it work with Magisk? Thanks.
Edit: To answer my own question, it seems to work fine with Magisk.
so, you have to downgrade the bootloader to use this?
beside that, in the xenonhd thread someone said .. after u install some apps you'll get the same slow down like on every other rom
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69949425&postcount=1817
I just got myself a new Nexus 7 and all i've done is run the updates up to 5.1 as 5.1.1 fails to install.
It is pretty slow and crashes a lot, I don't remember it being this laggy and slow when I first got one in 2012. Is it just a function of the new OS's or the new apps? What is the best build to be in for speed? I don't mind losing some of the newer features of the OS. Would just prefer something I can use without being frustrated...
Thanks
Sorry to ask this, but can the nexus 7 2012 roms be used on a nexus 7 3g 2012? are they the same? I am new to this model, I am about to buy one (just as ereader), but would like to have the best rom on it.
jbaumert said:
A little "search" goes along ways......
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826484
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?a=show&w=files&flid=23229
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The latest version update-XenonHD-09-13-15 is not available anymore. If anyone that has the files could share.
I was also pointed to try this rom: https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-7/development/rom-android-7-aosp-grouper-t3467514
And this one, but again no working links https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784244
I will buy today a Nexus 7 3G 2012 very cheap, so I will try some roms on it.
skinniezinho said:
Sorry to ask this, but can the nexus 7 2012 roms be used on a nexus 7 3g 2012? are they the same? I am new to this model, I am about to buy one (just as ereader), but would like to have the best rom on it.
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To use a "Grouper" ROM on the "Tilapia / 3g" device, you just need to flash the Grouper ver of TWRP recovery. Granted, you will not have use of the 3g radio, but otherwise it will function normally.
jbaumert said:
To use a "Grouper" ROM on the "Tilapia / 3g" device, you just need to flash the Grouper ver of TWRP recovery. Granted, you will not have use of the 3g radio, but otherwise it will function normally.
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Thanks. The device comes with 4.2.2 should I flash first 5.1.1 (in order to update radios and stuff) and then root=>recovery=>rom? Or should I just root it in 4.2.2?
If anyone have the older files that I pointed I would appreciate, I will test them and leave my feedback.
I would download the last "official" update from Google for your device (Tilapia I'm assuming), and manually flash the radio and bootloader with fastboot. (Granted, you could install the entire update, but why bother if you're going to put on a custom ROM anyways) Then, unlock the bootloader (if not already done) install TWRP recovery and flash away.
Anyone tested this ROM yet (with a bunch of apps installed to see if slows down or not) ?
jbaumert said:
A little "search" goes along ways......
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826484
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?a=show&w=files&flid=23229
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The download links are dead. :crying:
Jaguar10301 said:
I just got myself a new Nexus 7 and all i've done is run the updates up to 5.1 as 5.1.1 fails to install.
It is pretty slow and crashes a lot, I don't remember it being this laggy and slow when I first got one in 2012. Is it just a function of the new OS's or the new apps? What is the best build to be in for speed? I don't mind losing some of the newer features of the OS. Would just prefer something I can use without being frustrated...
Thanks
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Root it and load RootBooster and choose the last option..
andynroid said:
Root it and load RootBooster and choose the last option..
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I have a 2012 Nexus 7 running Resurrection Remix M (Android 6.0.1), and I can say that RootBooster *does* help. My N7 was *very* laggy and slow to respond when tapping on anything. I chose "Basic Mode -- Speed", re-booted and it's a LOT faster now. Time will tell if it lasts.
I've had MultiROM and TWRP on this tablet for quite awhile, so I also have RR-N installed as a secondary ROM. I'm going to try RootBooster on that ROM also.
I have a Nexus 7 2012 wifi model and need it strictly for Chromecast audio to control Pandora and Spotify.
What's the best rom for that?
Don't care for anything else really...
I installed the setup mentioned by the OP on my Nexus 7 2012, and it is working well so far. Thank you OP.
Initially I tried to use the kernel that is included with the XenonHD ROM, but it seemed to have issues with lag, not waking from sleep, etc. Then I switched to M Kernel and it was much better, so switching the kernel is necessary in my opinion.
Links:
Main XenonHD thread:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826484
XenonHD download:
The main download link in post #2 of the above thread doesn't seem to contain the download anymore. But if you go to the "Older builds" link, you can find the 08-20-15 build there. Here is a direct link.
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347797659
M kernel:
I used the latest a77 version available from the main M Kernel thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38551156
ParrotMod:
I used the universal version available from the main ParrotMod thread here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ne...arrotmod-speed-2012-nexus-7-emmc-fix-t3300416
GApps:
I used the "nano" version from Open GApps:
http://opengapps.org/
Magisk:
Main thread and downloads here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
My Procedure:
I was starting with stock rooted Android 4.4.4. I had previously used the WugFresh toolkit to root and install twrp. If you have something older or custom, you may need to flash a recent stock rom first to update your bootloader.
1) Update to current version of twrp. I used the twrp app from the play store.
2) Boot into twrp. Factory reset.
3) Boot into Android.
4) Download XenonHD, M Kernel, ParrotMod, and GApps files to PC, transfer to tablet via USB. (or download on tablet)
5) Boot into twrp. Wipe everything except internal storage.
6) Install XenonHD, M Kernel, ParrotMod, GApps
7) Boot into Android. Be patient, first boot takes a while
I also replaced SuperSU with Magisk, because I don't consider recent non-Chainfire versions of SuperSU to be trustworthy. To do this:
1) Download Magisk and Magisk Manager to PC, transfer to tablet via USB. (or download on tablet)
2) Open SuperSU settings, select option to uninstall and prepare for alternate su manager.
3) Reboot to TWRP. Flash Magisk. Wipe cache/davlik (not sure this is necessary). Reboot to Android. IMPORTANT: If twrp says device does not appear to be rooted and prompts you to install SuperSU, you must decline.
4) In Android, install Magisk manager.
Hope this helps someone else.
spocko said:
I installed the setup mentioned by the OP on my Nexus 7 2012, and it is working well so far. Thank you OP.
Initially I tried to use the kernel that is included with the XenonHD ROM, but it seemed to have issues with lag, not waking from sleep, etc. Then I switched to M Kernel and it was much better, so switching the kernel is necessary in my opinion.
Links:
Main XenonHD thread:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826484
XenonHD download:
The main download link in post #2 of the above thread doesn't seem to contain the download anymore. But if you go to the "Older builds" link, you can find the 08-20-15 build there. Here is a direct link.
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347797659
M kernel:
I used the latest a77 version available from the main M Kernel thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38551156
ParrotMod:
I used the universal version available from the main ParrotMod thread here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ne...arrotmod-speed-2012-nexus-7-emmc-fix-t3300416
GApps:
I used the "nano" version from Open GApps:
http://opengapps.org/
Magisk:
Main thread and downloads here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
My Procedure:
I was starting with stock rooted Android 4.4.4. I had previously used the WugFresh toolkit to root and install twrp. If you have something older or custom, you may need to flash a recent stock rom first to update your bootloader.
1) Update to current version of twrp. I used the twrp app from the play store.
2) Boot into twrp. Factory reset.
3) Boot into Android.
4) Download XenonHD, M Kernel, ParrotMod, and GApps files to PC, transfer to tablet via USB. (or download on tablet)
5) Boot into twrp. Wipe everything except internal storage.
6) Install XenonHD, M Kernel, ParrotMod, GApps
7) Boot into Android. Be patient, first boot takes a while
I also replaced SuperSU with Magisk, because I don't consider recent non-Chainfire versions of SuperSU to be trustworthy. To do this:
1) Download Magisk and Magisk Manager to PC, transfer to tablet via USB. (or download on tablet)
2) Open SuperSU settings, select option to uninstall and prepare for alternate su manager.
3) Reboot to TWRP. Flash Magisk. Wipe cache/davlik (not sure this is necessary). Reboot to Android. IMPORTANT: If twrp says device does not appear to be rooted and prompts you to install SuperSU, you must decline.
4) In Android, install Magisk manager.
Hope this helps someone else.
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The Gapps don't seem to fit on the standard storrage anymore. Did you enlarge the system storage?
Nevermind, found what I didn wrong. Thanks for your post where you gather all the info
Strormrage said:
The Gapps don't seem to fit on the standard storrage anymore. Did you enlarge the system storage?
Nevermind, found what I didn wrong. Thanks for your post where you gather all the info
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What was it in your case?