New version C02B397 - Huawei P8 Guides, News, & Discussion

http://download-c.huawei.com/download/downloadCenter?downloadId=89545&version=348048&siteCode=za

This is for GRA-L09. I have not flashed this yet. I am on C432 so I assume a cust change is required for this version. I am still downloading so I am unaware of the content. It seems to be a full version.

please update here on your result
Edit :
after i google it, this is official android marshmallow update for Vodafone

That's correct. C02 is Vodafone. I have downloaded it. Inside hold only update.app, so a rebranding process would be required before this can be successfully flashed. Also, this doesn't seem to be very new seeing that it was released 20 Sept. If I get any more information on the rebranding process, I will add the detail here. For me, this particular version may be useful because it has been released for my specific network.

changelog?

I don't have a change log

The only other version available to my regional for any operator was C02B397 which is what my phone had preinstalled. Based on this, I would assume (perhaps a bit reluctantly) that this may specifically require that version to be on your phone. There is no migration package at all, which could possibly mean that this cannot be installed over marshmallow or even other versions of lollipop later than 5.0. Again, this is just assumption. There is no change log available that I can find anywhere.

Version B390
As seen in HTCMANIA, a spanish specialized forum, an user, when looking for the complete B382 ROM in Huawei Software Finder, found a B382 complete version that actually is B390, with December 2016 Security Patch.
Does anyone know something about this? I couldnĀ“t open a new thread due to my post number.

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Update from L19C636B320 to NDR90M test-key

Hi everybody, I'm new comer and using Huawei P9. Version L19C636B320
I tried many times update to B361 version by Huawei updater and Hisuite but unfortunately It didn't work. Follow some guideline I have just download update of L19C432B360 and copy to "dload" folder in my device, using power key and 02 volume button, it has been work and now my device version is: NDR90M test-key.
After that, I have use "update.app" file of some version (L19C636B361, L19C636B190) for change version again but it's not working and when use hisuite said that:
you are using the lastest official version.
Current version: NDR90M test-keys(Official)
Note: I cannot find the "check for update" function in Setting menu too.
Please help to explain what is status of my device?
Should I worrier about the next update? My device can be normally receive OTA update or not? What should I will do now?
Many thank for help!
(Sorry if any mistake on my English)
The same here.
I have a P9 Lite Gold L31 brand Vodafone ITA with no mods from the box, and I tried to update via Proxy following instructions of a non-specialized website.
I choosed FULL OTA 1,29 GB ca. and now I have NDR90M test-keys - Android 7.0
The phone seems to work but reading online it semms that this is not a regular package and I will not receive updates.
I became to shake myself with no ability to do anything.
Please tell me what to do to go back to previous situation (smartphone as out-of-box branded Vodafone with marshmallow and correct serial number) or at least to go to a situation where I'll can update via official channel.
Thank you so much, I can also pay you via PayPal.

Update nougat EVA-L09C25B136

Hello, I have an EVA-L09C25B136 that's on EMUI 4.1 and Android 6.0. When I check for updates there are not any updates.
The phone is from a latin american carrier "Claro DR" and I haven't done anything to the phone, so it is pure stock. Is there any way I can update this phone to the latest available version for this model?
I have searched the forums but the guides are not directly related to my exact build so I want to be sure before I go and damage it.
Thank you.
FirmwareFinder. It can download every available build from Huaweis server..
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teammt.gmanrainy.huaweifirmwarefinder&hl=en
How do I know which firmware is compatible with my device?
When I get the list and check every one of the options available, none of those say that they are for my build number.
Don't know what you did.
Open FirmwareFinder, normally it'll recognize your build. In your case EVA-L09C25. If not set the model manually.
Then tap the refresh button and the app will show all builds.
Tap on the first one (EVA-L09C25B320) and ckeck firmware access.
A pop-up will appear with following text: "Firmware approved for installation Models ... . So, there's your latest build (with Nougat, EMUI 5).
For further information about FirmwareFinder and how to use it please check the forum or ask google.
Here is what I did:
In firmware finder indeed it recognized my phone as EVA-L09C25.
1) Click the refresh button.
2) First two firmwares said not approved for installation.
3) 3rd on the list: Firmware aproved for installation Models for Installation: VIE-L09C25B320. Shouldn't be EVA-L09?
4) Tried downloading with firmware finder proxy, download stops at 74%, and closes updater.
5) Tried downloading the zip file and extracting the UPDATE.APP and copied it to the root of the SD Card in the dload folder.
6) Started the update on reboot it says that the firmware is not compatible.
What else should I try?
Well, I've seen what you mean. Very strange. I can only assume that it's caused by C25. It's not even listed in the cust list here https://www.huaweiblog.de/firmware-update-was-bedeutet-cust-emui-und-co/ (german).
Sorry, that I don't know more.

New P10 VTRL09 question

Hi, just purchased a SIM free P10, from UK,firmware is C432120. Latest security patch is 1st March 2017. Is this really the latest update as nothing found under software update. Many thanks
The newest firmware version VTR-L09C432B180. You should get the updates within a couple of days or weeks. If you are impatient you can use Firmware Finder to update. The instructions are on the Guides forum. The updates improve your battery and overall performance, and introduce new features.
I have used the firmware finder app, found the latest version and downloaded (gone as far as extracting update.app) to the root of the SD card, but fails at 5% installation. What would I be doing wrong - its so strange that its not finding any update automatically (still on VTR-L09C432B120) whatsoever as its unbranded? Any help would be much appreciated
Ah, you are impatient
First, you need to check if the firmware is approved for your device (allow FF to send your IMEI). If it says it is approved, change your proxy settings and start the update in settings. After it downloaded 1%, pause the download and set your proxy settings back to auto. Resume the download and you should be fine.

Flashing an OTA Update

I got myself a P20 Pro C636 currently at firmware 8.1.0.152 patch 01.
I'm a huge fan of the Mobile PUBG Game and if you've been playing the game you will realize that the new addition Sanhok map introduces "Rainbow artifacts" all over the map. It somehow ruins the gaming experience for me.
Last I check with firmware finder, Huawei actually releases a patch for that, called patc03 for the firmware version 8.1.0.152.
Does anyone know how I can update to this patch manually, without waiting for the OTA update from Huawei? It will be very slow in my place here.
My phone is currently bootloader unlocked. I tried checking HuruUpdater but it is only for FullOTA-MF firmware. Anyone care to share some information into this?
Thanks!

[How To manually update firmware] Huawei P9 EVA-L09 still on B182 Europe

Hello,
I own a Huawei P9 (european EVA-L09), from 2016.
The device is still running the old B182 firmware, with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and EMUI 4.1.1
I'm kinda late, but I'd like to update the firmware now
Problem is: no Huawei method appears to work anymore.
OTA is dead and HiSuite says I'm at the latest official firmware. Yeah, right...
I know that after B182 Europe (EVA-L09C432B182), 4 firmware updates were issued over the years.
As far as I know, they are:
- B387 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) June 2016
- B398 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) February 2017
- B502 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) April 2018
and lastly:
- B506 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) April 2020
Honestly I don't care much about B506, AFAIK its sole improvement has been the addition of the Huawei AppGallery. Other than that it's the same EMUI and Android as B502.
I'd like to upgrade to B502, instead
That should breathe some life in a device that's starting to be incompatible with a number of apps from the Google Play Store.
I'll need some education for the update process...
1) Can I do it manually if I download the files for the B502 update?
2) To properly update to B502, will I have to update through the earlier builds B398 and B387 (I can't find B387, sadly)?
3) Do I need root priviledges to make the manual update of the firmware?
4) How do I even make the firmware update happen?
Kindly, would you help me understand these things so I don't make a disaster of my device?
Umb0 said:
Hello,
I own a Huawei P9 (european EVA-L09), from 2016.
The device is still running the old B182 firmware, with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and EMUI 4.1.1
I'm kinda late, but I'd like to update the firmware now
Problem is: no Huawei method appears to work anymore.
OTA is dead and HiSuite says I'm at the latest official firmware. Yeah, right...
I know that after B182 Europe (EVA-L09C432B182), 4 firmware updates were issued over the years.
As far as I know, they are:
- B387 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) June 2016
- B398 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) February 2017
- B502 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) April 2018
and lastly:
- B506 Europe (Android 7.0 Nougat) April 2020
Honestly I don't care much about B506, AFAIK its sole improvement has been the addition of the Huawei AppGallery. Other than that it's the same EMUI and Android as B502.
I'd like to upgrade to B502, instead
That should breathe some life in a device that's starting to be incompatible with a number of apps from the Google Play Store.
I'll need some education for the update process...
1) Can I do it manually if I download the files for the B502 update?
2) To properly update to B502, will I have to update through the earlier builds B398 and B387 (I can't find B387, sadly)?
3) Do I need root priviledges to make the manual update of the firmware?
4) How do I even make the firmware update happen?
Kindly, would you help me understand these things so I don't make a disaster of my device?
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Files you find on FirmwareFinder or pro-teammt.ru will not work for dload
Go to
Search - AndroidHost.RU
Check multiple download links at the same time.
androidhost.ru
and search for EVA-L09c432
(If I recall correctly, it was long ago I used, download will be faster if you register for free)
Files you find there are suitable for dload if they are the so-called Service Repair firmwares. You need to download extract (sometimes it's zip and/or arj), look if it contains the official Huawei instructions for installation (dload) - if so, that will be the Service Repair.
Usually the documentation includes a matrix from which version it can be updated - hence you will see can you directly update by dload to e.g. b505 or you will need to go first to b210
Carefully read the documentation when you download and extract
Good luck
Hi,
first off: thanks for the assistance
I went to androidhost.ru as instructed and searched for EVA-L09C432
There I found 5 upgrades, the most recent 2 of which appear to be similar (going by their name), but I made no binary comparison to see if they're identical.
Among the 5 packages I see:
Huawei P9 EVA-L09C432B502 Firmware Android7.0 EMUI5.0.1 05013PWB. androidhost.ru.zip
Inside I find several documents, one of which is named:
HUAWEI EVA-L09C432B502 Software Upgrade Guideline.docx
And inside the document I find the update-matrix you spoke of:
Code:
1 Version introduction
1.1 The following versions can be upgraded.
Versions can be upgraded
EVA-L09C432B501
EVA-L09C432B399
EVA-L09C432B398
EVA-L09C432B397
EVA-L09C432B395
EVA-L09C432B394
EVA-L09C432B393
EVA-L09C432B391
EVA-L09C432B390
EVA-L09C432B386
Sadly, my current B182 (EVA-L09C432B182) isn't listed.
I assume it means that I can't use this package to jump from B182 to B502.
Looking for suitable intermediate versions, on another website I found the files for EVA-L09C432B398
However, the package there is quite different.
First, it comes with no documentation. I suppose it means that it's not a "service" firmware?
And second, it contains 3 zipped files:
- update.zip
- update_full_EVA-L09_hw_eu.zip
- update_data_full_public.zip
I'm paused.
Those "service" upgrades from androidhost.ru contain 3 files as well, but their differ:
- update.app
- update_EVA-L09_hw_eu.app
- update_EVA-L19_hw_eu.app
If I understand correctly the L19 won't apply to my device, so it's actually down to 2 files.
And the update_data_full_public.* file is missing entirely (what's inside it?)
Can you please help with my confusion?
I know I ask a lot of questions... I'm sorry.
I just don't know what to do
Umb0 said:
Hi,
first off: thanks for the assistance
I went to androidhost.ru as instructed and searched for EVA-L09C432
There I found 5 upgrades, the most recent 2 of which appear to be similar (going by their name), but I made no binary comparison to see if they're identical.
Among the 5 packages I see:
Huawei P9 EVA-L09C432B502 Firmware Android7.0 EMUI5.0.1 05013PWB. androidhost.ru.zip
Inside I find several documents, one of which is named:
HUAWEI EVA-L09C432B502 Software Upgrade Guideline.docx
And inside the document I find the update-matrix you spoke of:
Code:
1 Version introduction
1.1 The following versions can be upgraded.
Versions can be upgraded
EVA-L09C432B501
EVA-L09C432B399
EVA-L09C432B398
EVA-L09C432B397
EVA-L09C432B395
EVA-L09C432B394
EVA-L09C432B393
EVA-L09C432B391
EVA-L09C432B390
EVA-L09C432B386
Sadly, my current B182 (EVA-L09C432B182) isn't listed.
I assume it means that I can't use this package to jump from B182 to B502.
Looking for suitable intermediate versions, on another website I found the files for EVA-L09C432B398
However, the package there is quite different.
First, it comes with no documentation. I suppose it means that it's not a "service" firmware?
And second, it contains 3 zipped files:
- update.zip
- update_full_EVA-L09_hw_eu.zip
- update_data_full_public.zip
I'm paused.
Those "service" upgrades from androidhost.ru contain 3 files as well, but their differ:
- update.app
- update_EVA-L09_hw_eu.app
- update_EVA-L19_hw_eu.app
If I understand correctly the L19 won't apply to my device, so it's actually down to 2 files.
And the update_data_full_public.* file is missing entirely (what's inside it?)
Can you please help with my confusion?
I know I ask a lot of questions... I'm sorry.
I just don't know what to do
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The firmwares that used to be on Firmware Finder were suitable for dload ONLY if they were named FullOTA-MF-PV.
But Huawei stopped releasing them and those without all these flags in the name will not work for dload.
By the structure/content, those zip files do not differ (some may have update* apk and some zip files inside), hence I cannot judge would that one you found somwhere work for dload or not
But on the site I gave you, there is also b210 (the last Android 6). Try with that and then maybe you could upgrade with SIM, by HiSuite or from eRecovery
Also, on the site I gave you search for EVA-L19c432 - I see few b39x firmwares
When you download and extract, maybe you will see that it contains also installation for L09, not only for L19 (sometimes they do).
In that case L09 will be also mentioned in the accompanying instructions doc
The EVA-L19 idea was good thinking.
Indeed I found the corresponding L09 package. However, the update matrix there too won't mention B210.
These are Nougat-to-Nougat firmwares and the Marshmallow-to-Nougat jump isn't covered, apparently.
Slightly changing subject, I found this website:
Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) official firmware
Huawei P9 EVA-L09 official firmware (rom - Flash File) all build with direct link for free
huawei-firmware.com
Is it official???
It lists both OTA and FullOTA versions of lotta firmwares.
There's a notable size difference between the two:
- OTA is usually 500 MB or less
- FullOTA is usually 1.3 GB or more
I also notice some "Type" mismatch in the list...
For example, search for the text B210 and you'll find 2 entries:
Code:
- Huawei P9 EVA-L09 OTA-MF 2017-04-25 B210 399.93MB
- Huawei P9 EVA-L09 OTA-MF 2017-04-25 B210 1.53GB
The 2nd entry worth 1.53GB should be a FullOTA-MF, not an OTA-MF.
There are many such errors.
The download speed is terrible , but I want to see if the FullOTA packages I find here are binary-identical to the ones I found on yet another website (which doesn't specify whether the listed firmwares are FullOTA or not).
If they are 1:1 copies, then I've presumably found a FullOTA B502 firmware I can use
Man, the download is taking forever...
Umb0 said:
The EVA-L19 idea was good thinking.
Indeed I found the corresponding L09 package. However, the update matrix there too won't mention B210.
These are Nougat-to-Nougat firmwares and the Marshmallow-to-Nougat jump isn't covered, apparently.
Slightly changing subject, I found this website:
Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) official firmware
Huawei P9 EVA-L09 official firmware (rom - Flash File) all build with direct link for free
huawei-firmware.com
Is it official???
It lists both OTA and FullOTA versions of lotta firmwares.
There's a notable size difference between the two:
- OTA is usually 500 MB or less
- FullOTA is usually 1.3 GB or more
I also notice some "Type" mismatch in the list...
For example, search for the text B210 and you'll find 2 entries:
Code:
- Huawei P9 EVA-L09 OTA-MF 2017-04-25 B210 399.93MB
- Huawei P9 EVA-L09 OTA-MF 2017-04-25 B210 1.53GB
The 2nd entry worth 1.53GB should be a FullOTA-MF, not an OTA-MF.
There are many such errors.
The download speed is terrible , but I want to see if the FullOTA packages I find here are binary-identical to the ones I found on yet another website (which doesn't specify whether the listed firmwares are FullOTA or not).
If they are 1:1 copies, then I've presumably found a FullOTA B502 firmware I can use
Man, the download is taking forever...
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Differential OTA is always smaller than Full OTA, but again not all Full OTA packages can be installed by dload
Don't know about your site but install Firmware Finder app for Huawei:
Firmware Finder for Huawei - Apps on Google Play
šŸ’„About programm That program can find latest Huawei firmware for your device, download and unpack, for manually install. In main base located more then 10000 firmwares for many devices. šŸ’„Features Find firmware for your huawei phone Download firmware Install via proxy Small tweaker with useful...
play.google.com
Go to the firmwares for your EVA-L09C432, those named as FullOTA-MF-PV are for dload.
See on the screenshot several B360 firmwares, FullOTA-MF and FullOTA-MF-PV are both 2.5 GB but only PV is ok for manual dload
You can try: B520 from the androidhost.ru site I gave you earlier, than B360 PV from FF app, than B378 from FF again and B505 from the site.
Or so, cannot guarantee you for the steps, e.g. are b210 and/or b360 needed or you could directly jump to b378 (probably)
Also, again, have a correct SIM in the phone and check if you can follow the regular OTA once you e.g. manually come to b378 or so
Also check eRecoveey, its Install latest firmware option (upon the manual dload steps to shorten your path):
- connect to USB charger
- press and keep pressing Vol+
- boot with Pow (while keeping Vol+ pressed)
Dear zgfg
your help so far has been very appreciated. Might I ask you for some more advice?
================================================================================
I tried the Firmware Finder App, but I couldn't download any of the listed firmwares
As you said: they appear to have been removed.
================================================================================
So I looked back at this website:
Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) official firmware
Huawei P9 EVA-L09 official firmware (rom - Flash File) all build with direct link for free
huawei-firmware.com
Turns out that there are several FullOTA-MF-PV firmwares listed; the text (the -PV part) is barely visible, but a search will reveal it.
Correct me if I'm wrong: VP stands for Version Point and is used to jump from one Major version of Android to another. Like: from Android 6.0 to Android 7.0
Am I correct?
So I found this firmware listed:
Huawei P9EVA-L09FullOTA-MF-PV2017-05-03B3861.32GB(468)
Version B386 is the last entry in the Update Matrix from the B502 firmware I found on androidhost.ru
Here is that matrix again:
Code:
1 Version introduction
1.1 The following versions can be upgraded.
Versions can be upgraded
EVA-L09C432B501
EVA-L09C432B399
EVA-L09C432B398
EVA-L09C432B397
EVA-L09C432B395
EVA-L09C432B394
EVA-L09C432B393
EVA-L09C432B391
EVA-L09C432B390
EVA-L09C432B386
Now... can you tell me if this chains of upgrades would be a safe thing to do...?
1) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B186 (Marshmallow) [currently in use on my device]
to:
- FullOTA-MF-VP EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [found on huawei-firmware.com]
And then...
2) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [from huawei-firmware.com]
to:
- FullOTA-MF EVA-L09C432B502 (Nougat) [from androidhost.ru]
================================================================================
I have another question.
On this website...
Download: B502 Nougat - Huawei P9 - EVA-L09 [Europe] - Carbon Tesla Downloads
Download the full B502 firmware update for Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) devices in Europe via the direct link provided below. This update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat OS with EMUI 5.0 layer on top.
huaweidl.com
... I find another B502 firmware.
I don't know if it's FullOTA-MF-VP or just FullOTA-MF
However, I notice that there are 3 (three) downloadable files...
- where it says Download: update.zip
- where it says Cust File: update_full_EVA-L09_hw_eu.zip
- where it says Public Data File: update_data_full_public.zip
What are the Cust File and Public Data File ??
Thank you again for all your help. You're so very kind!
Umb0 said:
Dear zgfg
your help so far has been very appreciated. Might I ask you for some more advice?
================================================================================
I tried the Firmware Finder App, but I couldn't download any of the listed firmwares
As you said: they appear to have been removed.
================================================================================
So I looked back at this website:
Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) official firmware
Huawei P9 EVA-L09 official firmware (rom - Flash File) all build with direct link for free
huawei-firmware.com
Turns out that there are several FullOTA-MF-PV firmwares listed; the text (the -PV part) is barely visible, but a search will reveal it.
Correct me if I'm wrong: VP stands for Version Point and is used to jump from one Major version of Android to another. Like: from Android 6.0 to Android 7.0
Am I correct?
So I found this firmware listed:
Huawei P9EVA-L09FullOTA-MF-PV2017-05-03B3861.32GB(468)
Version B386 is the last entry in the Update Matrix from the B502 firmware I found on androidhost.ru
Here is that matrix again:
Code:
1 Version introduction
1.1 The following versions can be upgraded.
Versions can be upgraded
EVA-L09C432B501
EVA-L09C432B399
EVA-L09C432B398
EVA-L09C432B397
EVA-L09C432B395
EVA-L09C432B394
EVA-L09C432B393
EVA-L09C432B391
EVA-L09C432B390
EVA-L09C432B386
Now... can you tell me if this chains of upgrades would be a safe thing to do...?
1) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B186 (Marshmallow) [currently in use on my device]
to:
- FullOTA-MF-VP EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [found on huawei-firmware.com]
And then...
2) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [from huawei-firmware.com]
to:
- FullOTA-MF EVA-L09C432B502 (Nougat) [from androidhost.ru]
================================================================================
I have another question.
On this website...
Download: B502 Nougat - Huawei P9 - EVA-L09 [Europe] - Carbon Tesla Downloads
Download the full B502 firmware update for Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) devices in Europe via the direct link provided below. This update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat OS with EMUI 5.0 layer on top.
huaweidl.com
... I find another B502 firmware.
I don't know if it's FullOTA-MF-VP or just FullOTA-MF
However, I notice that there are 3 (three) downloadable files...
- where it says Download: update.zip
- where it says Cust File: update_full_EVA-L09_hw_eu.zip
- where it says Public Data File: update_data_full_public.zip
What are the Cust File and Public Data File ??
Thank you again for all your help. You're so very kind!
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It seems something is wrong with Firmware Finder.
You may check/ask in the XDA thread for Firmware Finder
PV=Point Version - maybe, I don't recall
Upgrade path - seems reasonable. I would try (it's been few years ago when I played on my former P9 with Nougat firmwares, going back to MM, changing custs, etc).
If I recall correctly, if it doesn't like, it would tell you that it cannot do the dload.
But I suggested you to try also OTA and eRecovery - I used to have situations that OTA was not coming but after one dload update then started to come for subsequent updates, etc
Use 502 from ru, the other one is probably not service repair (and most likely not PV since Huawei stopped releasing PVs back in 2018 or so - just check what is the latest PV you can find), specially if it doesn't contain the accompanying Huawei official docs
There are usually those three files (for Nougat):
update.zip for all custs (can be even common for L09 and L19),
cust for your c432 (Europe) c=cust,
data updates the Data (first two update System, Vendor, etc)
Hi,
this reply is late because I wanted to find info on my own, but... my Gugl-Fu is lame
zgfg said:
Use 502 from ru, the other one is probably not service repair (and most likely not PV since Huawei stopped releasing PVs back in 2018 or so - just check what is the latest PV you can find), specially if it doesn't contain the accompanying Huawei official docs
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Wait a moment...
If we assume that I can successfully move from Marshmallow to Nougat with the EVA-L09C432B386 -PV firmware... then I shouldn't need another -PV firmware to make the upgrade to B502.
That's because I'd be on Nougat already and the B386 firmware is one of the few that the B502 can upgrade from.
Therefore I should be able to use the B502 from huaweidl.com, even if it's no -PV...
Am I right?
zgfg said:
There are usually those three files (for Nougat):
update.zip for all custs (can be even common for L09 and L19),
cust for your c432 (Europe) c=cust,
data updates the Data (first two update System, Vendor, etc)
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Here is where you lost me
Would you elaborate on the subject, please?
As I understand, the 3 files are to update the "System", the "Vendor", and the "Data" parts of the software.
"System" is the very Android O.S.
"Vendor"... I don't know what it is.
as for the "Data"... does it relate to the protected/preinstalled Apps, games and bloatware in general?
Just what is found inside the Vendor and Data updates?
Also, since all 3 files relate to the same firmware update, does it mean that I should use all 3?
And if yes, then how does one apply the 3 update-files to his own smartphone?
I hope you don't get tired I know I ask a lot of questions.
Umb0 said:
Hi,
this reply is late because I wanted to find info on my own, but... my Gugl-Fu is lame
Wait a moment...
If we assume that I can successfully move from Marshmallow to Nougat with the EVA-L09C432B386 -PV firmware... then I shouldn't need another -PV firmware to make the upgrade to B502.
That's because I'd be on Nougat already and the B386 firmware is one of the few that the B502 can upgrade from.
Therefore I should be able to use the B502 from huaweidl.com, even if it's no -PV...
Am I right?
Here is where you lost me
Would you elaborate on the subject, please?
As I understand, the 3 files are to update the "System", the "Vendor", and the "Data" parts of the software.
"System" is the very Android O.S.
"Vendor"... I don't know what it is.
as for the "Data"... does it relate to the protected/preinstalled Apps, games and bloatware in general?
Just what is found inside the Vendor and Data updates?
Also, since all 3 files relate to the same firmware update, does it mean that I should use all 3?
And if yes, then how does one apply the 3 update-files to his own smartphone?
I hope you don't get tired I know I ask a lot of questions.
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For proper update you have to update all three.
As I told you, I don't believe that b502 that is not PV nor Service Repair can be dload-ed, and I suggested you to use the official Service Repair and to strictly follow the Instructions coming with
So, sorry, if you don't want ro and you want to use another package and you want to update only partially, no problem, but exprriment on your own
I described you earlier shortly what each of the three parts are for. And again, yes, common system things that belong to all custs (maybe even common to L09, L19 and L29) go to update.zip (or apk).
Those that are specific to the particular cust (it can be a region or even a mayor operator) update with the second one. And I suggest that you also properly update the Data part with the third as well.
So, common parts of the system things go to System, and additional parts go to Vendor.
If you want to experiment, then np, update only System to Nougat and stay with Vendor on MM and then check would it boot, would ir be able to connect to the Mobile Operator, etc.
Similarly if you upgrade System to b502 but stay with Vendor on b386.
That's really all from me
PS: If you are interested what is inside, unzip e.g. update.zip and then use Huawei Update Extractor (google for, there is also the XDA thread)
Hi,
actually I think I'll do what you suggested, and use the B502 from ru.
The other B502 (huaweidl.com) is tempting, but if something goes wrong I ruin this phone.
I want to play safe, or as safe as it can get.
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And I learned another lesson from this experience: never ignore OTA updates when they're offered. In the long run, you only end up shortening the useful life of the phone by tieing it to ancient software. I'm already being bitten by this, with apps that I need but can't use.
I'm buying a new smartphone in days, now. After that I'll risk the updates on the Huawei P9.
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zgfg said:
PS: If you are interested what is inside, unzip e.g. update.zip and then use Huawei Update Extractor (google for, there is also the XDA thread)
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I didn't know that. Thanks for the tip -- Will do for sure
Thank you for all your patience and help,
you're a kind person
Umb0 said:
Hi,
actually I think I'll do what you suggested, and use the B502 from ru.
The other B502 (huaweidl.com) is tempting, but if something goes wrong I ruin this phone.
I want to play safe, or as safe as it can get.
(Open...
And I learned another lesson from this experience: never ignore OTA updates when they're offered. In the long run, you only end up shortening the useful life of the phone by tieing it to ancient software. I'm already being bitten by this, with apps that I need but can't use.
I'm buying a new smartphone in days, now. After that I'll risk the updates on the Huawei P9.
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I didn't know that. Thanks for the tip -- Will do for sure
Thank you for all your patience and help,
you're a kind person
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Ok, good luck and report
If you want to update even further, you can rebrand from L09c432 Nougat to AL10c00 Oreo - but the prerequisite is unlocking the Bootloader (which is not that complicated or expensive for P9, just about 4-5 Eu, installing a program that will read the code that you can later use for your phone for unlimited unlocking/relocking purposes):
Unlock modems, routers and phones with DC-unlocker software
DC-unlocker is universal, fast and easy to use unlocking tool. Supports Huawei, ZTE, Sierra Wireless and other modems, routers and phones.
www.dc-unlocker.com
For AL10c00b540 Oreo look at ROMs section, HWOTA7 thread, get info from the OP posts
zgfg said:
Ok, good luck and report
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Thanks, will do
Bookmarked the thread -- will report after I settle with the new phone.
Oreo would be sweet. Let's see how the Nougat upgrade goes, first
Kind regards.
This one worked fine for me after downloading so many versions.
Huawei P9 EVA-L09C150B390 Firmware 7.0.0 r1 EMUI5.0.4 05013VPW [androidhost.ru].zip - AndroidHost.RU
Download file - Huawei P9 EVA-L09C150B390 Firmware 7.0.0 r1 EMUI5.0.4 05013VPW [androidhost.ru].zip
androidhost.ru
zgfg said:
The firmwares that used to be on Firmware Finder were suitable for dload ONLY if they were named FullOTA-MF-PV.
But Huawei stopped releasing them and those without all these flags in the name will not work for dload.
By the structure/content, those zip files do not differ (some may have update* apk and some zip files inside), hence I cannot judge would that one you found somwhere work for dload or not
But on the site I gave you, there is also b210 (the last Android 6). Try with that and then maybe you could upgrade with SIM, by HiSuite or from eRecovery
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Hello,
I have been following your latest guides and post to update old P9 EVA-L19 from C432B182 onwards in 2021. I can confirm that suggested B210 update was a real life saver. After using HCU Client paid service to change firmware region of an AL10C00 variant to EVAL19C432 (hw,eu) I started getting OTAs. Now from B210 I was offered an OTA for EVA-L19C432B386.
PS: I was worried about that B210 updates from the androidhost.ru being of EVA-L09 but it worked fine for L19 variant once you do the 3 buttons combo.
Regards,
Max.
devilmax93 said:
Hello,
I have been following your latest guides and post to update old P9 EVA-L19 from C432B182 onwards in 2021. I can confirm that suggested B210 update was a real life saver. After using HCU Client paid service to change firmware region of an AL10C00 variant to EVAL19C432 (hw,eu) I started getting OTAs. Now from B210 I was offered an OTA for EVA-L19C432B386.
PS: I was worried about that B210 updates from the androidhost.ru being of EVA-L09 but it worked fine for L19 variant once you do the 3 buttons combo.
Regards,
Max.
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So OTA still works?
Umb0 said:
Dear zgfg
your help so far has been very appreciated. Might I ask you for some more advice?
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I tried the Firmware Finder App, but I couldn't download any of the listed firmwares
As you said: they appear to have been removed.
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So I looked back at this website:
Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) official firmware
Huawei P9 EVA-L09 official firmware (rom - Flash File) all build with direct link for free
huawei-firmware.com
Turns out that there are several FullOTA-MF-PV firmwares listed; the text (the -PV part) is barely visible, but a search will reveal it.
Correct me if I'm wrong: VP stands for Version Point and is used to jump from one Major version of Android to another. Like: from Android 6.0 to Android 7.0
Am I correct?
So I found this firmware listed:
Huawei P9EVA-L09FullOTA-MF-PV2017-05-03B3861.32GB(468)
Version B386 is the last entry in the Update Matrix from the B502 firmware I found on androidhost.ru
Here is that matrix again:
Code:
1 Version introduction
1.1 The following versions can be upgraded.
Versions can be upgraded
EVA-L09C432B501
EVA-L09C432B399
EVA-L09C432B398
EVA-L09C432B397
EVA-L09C432B395
EVA-L09C432B394
EVA-L09C432B393
EVA-L09C432B391
EVA-L09C432B390
EVA-L09C432B386
Now... can you tell me if this chains of upgrades would be a safe thing to do...?
1) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B186 (Marshmallow) [currently in use on my device]
to:
- FullOTA-MF-VP EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [found on huawei-firmware.com]
And then...
2) upgrade from:
- EVA-L09C432B386 (Nougat) [from huawei-firmware.com]
to:
- FullOTA-MF EVA-L09C432B502 (Nougat) [from androidhost.ru]
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I have another question.
On this website...
Download: B502 Nougat - Huawei P9 - EVA-L09 [Europe] - Carbon Tesla Downloads
Download the full B502 firmware update for Huawei P9 (EVA-L09) devices in Europe via the direct link provided below. This update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat OS with EMUI 5.0 layer on top.
huaweidl.com
... I find another B502 firmware.
I don't know if it's FullOTA-MF-VP or just FullOTA-MF
However, I notice that there are 3 (three) downloadable files...
- where it says Download: update.zip
- where it says Cust File: update_full_EVA-L09_hw_eu.zip
- where it says Public Data File: update_data_full_public.zip
What are the Cust File and Public Data File ??
Thank you again for all your help. You're so very kind!
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Did you manage to find a firmware PV to jump from Marshmellow to Nougat?
W00fer said:
So OTA still works?
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Hello,
Yes it does. As long as you change region to your variant into the EU model. I received at least 3 updates after moving to the early B210 MM initial software build. Wish they released Nougat for the EU single/dual sim someday too. Currently running EVA-L19C432B399 via OTA only updates.
devilmax93 said:
Hello,
Yes it does. As long as you change region to your variant into the EU model. I received at least 3 updates after moving to the early B210 MM initial software build. Wish they released Nougat for the EU single/dual sim someday too. Currently running EVA-L19C432B399 via OTA only updates.
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Weird because I have a EVA-L09C432 single SIM and I don't receive updates via OTA.
It's already on the latest version it says. Maybe because I downgraded from Nougat to Marshmellow via the rollback firmware. But afterwards I flashed the OEMINFO and locked the bootloader and uninstalled root.

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