If you've joined Beta Labs:
You can downgrade to Nougat by requesting rollback OTA, so the problem is anyone preserved the direct down link or zip package mirror of that rollback zip?
If you did, I can use it for a guide for alternate unlock method.
Full OTA to 435J or earlier are also OK, since they're important for downgrading procedure without service permission.
hikari_calyx said:
Full OTA to 435J or earlier are also OK, since they're important for downgrading procedure without service permission.
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Is this ok? It's the stock firmware I think.
http://www.mediafire.com/file/27jtcwm77izzsgs/Nokia_8_TA-1004_00WW_NB1_600WW_MSM8998_7.1.1_QFIL.zip
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Will this method work to? Or will I brick my device?
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Hello P8 Lite Users,
has somebody experiences with OTA Updates when the phone is encrypted? Are there any problems, is it necessary to make a wipe before every update?
To my second question, is there any tut or method to flash back to an official version to get OTA updates again? I read that it's possible to lose OTA updates when you root your phone, in that case what is the easiest way to stay up to date, is there a official page where i can download the original firmware, to flash it via TWRP.
Thanks in advance.
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box90
Anyone has the link to this firmware??
It's on Team MT's Firmware finder, download it from there
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Anyone has the link to this firmware??
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You can find it here: http://hwmt.ru/hwmtsite/firmware-database/?firmware_model=VTR-L29&firmware_page=0
colthekid said:
It's on Team MT's Firmware finder, download it from there
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I dowloaded it from firmware finder but it doesnt install... I already checked the IMEI compatibility but I wont install... should I unlock bootloader to install the firmware
kanishka1234 said:
I dowloaded it from firmware finder but it doesnt install... I already checked the IMEI compatibility but I wont install... should I unlock bootloader to install the firmware
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Yes you'll need to unlock the bootloader.
As for the update itself, I use the method here... https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/how-to/guide-mate-9-flash-update-package-t3593108
Originally written for the mate 9, it's been updated for the p10.
It will also debrand if you want to go to C432, and/or update to any rom.
It will wipe your phone though, so backup anything you need to your external sd card.
colthekid said:
Yes you'll need to unlock the bootloader.
As for the update itself, I use the method here... https://forum.xda-developers.com/mat...ckage-t3593108
Originally written for the mate 9, it's been updated for the p10.
It will also debrand if you want to go to C432, and/or update to any rom.
It will wipe your phone though, so backup anything you need to your external sd card.
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Does unlocking bootloader voids warrenty
kanishka1234 said:
Does unlocking bootloader voids warrenty
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Yes, technically, but it can be relocked. Indeed the method I linked to above relocked my bootloader twice when I was rebranding to C432, although I don't know if that "restores" the warranty.
If you didn't want to unlock the bootloader, then you'd have to wait for the update to arrive via OTA as a "normal" update from Huawei
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Yes, technically, but it can be relocked. Indeed the method I linked to above relocked my bootloader twice when I was rebranding to C432, although I don't know if that "restores" the warranty.
If you didn't want to unlock the bootloader, then you'd have to wait for the update to arrive via OTA as a "normal" update from Huawei
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Or pay for a FunkyHuawei update.
colthekid said:
Yes, technically, but it can be relocked. Indeed the method I linked to above relocked my bootloader twice when I was rebranding to C432, although I don't know if that "restores" the warranty.
If you didn't want to unlock the bootloader, then you'd have to wait for the update to arrive via OTA as a "normal" update from Huawei
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I unlocked bootloader and tired to install the same full firmware dwnloaded from firmware finder... but it always fails at 5%
colthekid said:
Yes, technically, but it can be relocked. Indeed the method I linked to above relocked my bootloader twice when I was rebranding to C432, although I don't know if that "restores" the warranty.
If you didn't want to unlock the bootloader, then you'd have to wait for the update to arrive via OTA as a "normal" update from Huawei
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um trying to reinstall because my display was replaced and the fingerprint sensor seem not properly caibrated... is their any way to recalibrate it without reflashing firmware
kanishka1234 said:
I unlocked bootloader and tired to install the same full firmware dwnloaded from firmware finder... but it always fails at 5%
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Use the HWOTA method I linked to above.
kanishka1234 said:
um trying to reinstall because my display was replaced and the fingerprint sensor seem not properly caibrated... is their any way to recalibrate it without reflashing firmware
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Don't know, but I doubt it.
colthekid said:
Yes you'll need to unlock the bootloader.
As for the update itself, I use the method here... https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/how-to/guide-mate-9-flash-update-package-t3593108
Originally written for the mate 9, it's been updated for the p10.
It will also debrand if you want to go to C432, and/or update to any rom.
It will wipe your phone though, so backup anything you need to your external sd card.
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That post didnt really explained the steps after download process, may i ask do i flash all the zips after downloading? What Are the sequence of the files to flash? Do i flash it via TWRP? Isit possible if i download the full package and flash it?
HOPE you can help clarify. Thanks.
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That post didnt really explained the steps after download process, may i ask do i flash all the zips after downloading? What Are the sequence of the files to flash? Do i flash it via TWRP? Isit possible if i download the full package and flash it?
HOPE you can help clarify. Thanks.
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If you use the method I linked to, it does it all for you in the correct order and tells you what to do & when
Hi,
Can someone concisely give the most up to date instructions on how to root the P20 Pro
Confused because some people talk about debranding first? Is this necessary if you, like me, just have a generic non-network branded phone?
Also.. Does rooting require twrp?
A bit unclear on if I should use the offical or unofficial twrp methods.
And if so does twrp prevent OTA updates? I was lead to believe that any OTA updates would simply wipe any root and you just have to go through the steps again, but would twrp prevent an OTA update in the first place?
What are the best instructions to root the P20 Pro to keep the OTA updates going (even if you need to reroot after each update).
Thanks heaps in getting through the confusion!
Here you have manual to root in simple 4 steps. You need adb and fastboot on your computer, bootloader unlock code and Magisk from link in post
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...de-how-to-root-debrand-remove-retail-t3788326
Does any of the steps,
1/ unlocking the bootloader
2/ debranding
3/ installing TWRP
3/ rooting
Wipe the device?.. I'm assuming yes?
Also. What's the point of debranding?..
I think I'm on a generic P20 Pro that wasn't bought from a carrier - so is that step necessary for me.
Thanks heaps again for the advice - coming over from the Samsung world and maybe I'm so used to the rooting methods there
Also do any of those steps prevent OTA updates?
Or is there somehow to still use OTA updates but simply need to reapply root on every occasion there is ah update?
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Also do any of those steps prevent OTA updates?
Or is there somehow to still use OTA updates but simply need to reapply root on every occasion there is ah update?
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Unlocking the bootloader will wipe your device. The other steps won't.
You need to have TWRP installed in order to be able to flash Magisk (for Root), and no you don't have to rebrand if you don't want to. You'll still be able to receive and download OTAs but if TWRP remains installed on your phone it won't be able to install unless you change back to the stock recovery. However there is methods to update with TWRP and you'll be able to get and install updates quicker than waiting for them to be pushed to you phone. That's the main reason people rebrand because generic European models are getting updates the fastest.
What's your device model and current firmware version from 'About Phone' in settings?
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danifilth4king said:
Unlocking the bootloader will wipe your device. The other steps won't.
You need to have TWRP installed in order to be able to flash Magisk (for Root), and no you don't have to rebrand if you don't want to. You'll still be able to receive and download OTAs but if TWRP remains installed on your phone it won't be able to install unless you change back to the stock recovery. However there is methods to update with TWRP and you'll be able to get and install updates quicker than waiting for them to be pushed to you phone. That's the main reason people rebrand because generic European models are getting updates the fastest.
What's your device model and current firmware version from 'About Phone' in settings?
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Thanks heaps for the advice - makes sense now!
I'm using the model CLT-L29 on C636 which I think is the Asia Pacific model.. And incidentally just received a OTA upgrade to the 128 firmware
.. So in order to receive OTA updates you simply have to change back to the stock recovery after using TWRP to install magisk and root?
But I imagine every time the OTA update occurs it wipes root?.. Which would mean reinstalling TWRP to regain root and doing the whole process again every time?
dgoncalves81 said:
Thanks heaps for the advice - makes sense now!
I'm using the model CLT-L29 on C636 which I think is the Asia Pacific model.. And incidentally just received a OTA upgrade to the 128 firmware
.. So in order to receive OTA updates you simply have to change back to the stock recovery after using TWRP to install magisk and root?
But I imagine every time the OTA update occurs it wipes root?.. Which would mean reinstalling TWRP to regain root and doing the whole process again every time?
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Yep you got it in one lol
The other option so that you don't have to flash TWRP then back to stock recovery each time is when you receive an OTA is download the same firmware (Full-OTA version) from Firmware Finder - you would just need the update.zip - then using Huawei update extractor you can extract the ramdisk.img Then copy the ramdisk.img to your phone, use Magisk manager to patch it then copy it back to your PC and flash it via fastboot. But I think this is more work than flashing between TWRP & stock recoveries haha
Hi all - what is the best way to achieve root on a fresh XZ1C out of the box?
I'd like to retain all camera functionality and quality consistent with stock rom (which I've read is possible after the latest December Pie update). I'm ok with losing DRM keys and associated features like BRAVIA display engine
From browsing this forum, I would guess the following steps are appropriate:
1. From shipped rom base, use OTA to upgrade to latest stock Pie firmware
2. Unlock bootloader using sony website
3. Install Magisk 18.0
Can anyone share their experience of advise the best way to go about this? Thanks!
Why would you want to lose drm keys as it's possible to make a backup before unlocking?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...devonly-exploits-temp-root-to-backup-t3795510
This.
Downgrade -> Backup ta -> unlock bootloader Flash latest via newflasher -> flash secd patch for pie -> flash twrp -> flash magisk -> profit
wyt18 said:
Hi all - what is the best way to achieve root on a fresh XZ1C out of the box?
I'd like to retain all camera functionality and quality consistent with stock rom (which I've read is possible after the latest December Pie update). I'm ok with losing DRM keys and associated features like BRAVIA display engine
From browsing this forum, I would guess the following steps are appropriate:
1. From shipped rom base, use OTA to upgrade to latest stock Pie firmware
2. Unlock bootloader using sony website
3. Install Magisk 18.0
Can anyone share their experience of advise the best way to go about this? Thanks!
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It's a lot of work but it's possible. I just got my phone and now have Pie with Magisk 18.0 rooted.
Basically follow the directions here. Note the step " FIRST FLASH THE LATEST FIRMWARE THEN REBOOT- USE LATEST FLASHTOOL" use Flashtools to download the latest firmware (Pie) and flash it.
From my experience DRM keys are no longer an issue with Pie because I didn't apply any fix and the camera is working.
vofferz said:
Why would you want to lose drm keys as it's possible to make a backup before unlocking?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...devonly-exploits-temp-root-to-backup-t3795510
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does this method allow you to continue flashing latest stock firmware after restoring TA? I need the regular security patch updates to meet BYOD policies
wyt18 said:
does this method allow you to continue flashing latest stock firmware after restoring TA? I need the regular security patch updates to meet BYOD policies
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Sure. I have the latest Customized CH (47.2.A.4.41) firmware on my phone.
You just have to flash them manually if you unlock bootloader (which is required for root).
Just never flash the .ta-files or persist*.sin to avoid losing keys or userdata*.sin when you update if you want to keep your data.
Also if you flash the secd patch for Pie (provided somewhere in the TA backup thread) you get an OTA update notification when an update is available for your fw customization. You won't be able to update automatically though but have to flash manually with newflasher.
LuminousOne said:
It's a lot of work but it's possible. I just got my phone and now have Pie with Magisk 18.0 rooted.
Basically follow the directions here. Note the step " FIRST FLASH THE LATEST FIRMWARE THEN REBOOT- USE LATEST FLASHTOOL" use Flashtools to download the latest firmware (Pie) and flash it.
From my experience DRM keys are no longer an issue with Pie because I didn't apply any fix and the camera is working.
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thanks! since this is a kernel fix, does it prevent you from upgrading to the latest stock firmware via newflasher? seems more complicated than the solution above where you backup the TA / DRM keys ...
wyt18 said:
thanks! since this is a kernel fix, does it prevent you from upgrading to the latest stock firmware via newflasher? seems more complicated than the solution above where you backup the TA / DRM keys ...
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Not sure if I'm understanding your question but I could not get newflasher to work. Flashtools got the job done fine. If you're concerned about future updates, any root method by Magisk should be ok since it's systemless.
LuminousOne said:
Not sure if I'm understanding your question but I could not get newflasher to work. Flashtools got the job done fine. If you're concerned about future updates, any root method by Magisk should be ok since it's systemless.
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have you updated to the latest Pie firmwares as they were released? one potential problem with the kernel DRMfix method is that the DRMfix patch comes with the kernel, which gets updated with each rom and security patch release. So new rom updates could potentially "erase" the DRMfix. Flashing a new rom over the DRMfix could keep root, but remove the effects of DRMfix (and impact camera functionality)
the other method above (backing up and restoring TA) seems to be more future proof to allow for updates as new roms get released
vofferz said:
Sure. I have the latest Customized CH (47.2.A.4.41) firmware on my phone.
You just have to flash them manually if you unlock bootloader (which is required for root).
Just never flash the .ta-files or persist*.sin to avoid losing keys or userdata*.sin when you update if you want to keep your data.
Also if you flash the secd patch for Pie (provided somewhere in the TA backup thread) you get an OTA update notification when an update is available for your fw customization. You won't be able to update automatically though but have to flash manually with newflasher.
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how do you flash manually to retain the root? i excluded *.ta and persis*.sin on latest firmware and flash it, but root and twrp are gone
is there any file that should be excluded to retain the root?
autobanned said:
how do you flash manually to retain the root? i excluded *.ta and persis*.sin on latest firmware and flash it, but root and twrp are gone
is there any file that should be excluded to retain the root?
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Follow the instructions on janjan's kernel thread
autobanned said:
how do you flash manually to retain the root? i excluded *.ta and persis*.sin on latest firmware and flash it, but root and twrp are gone
is there any file that should be excluded to retain the root?
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You can just flash magisk again to gain root access. Not a big deal.
Or try j4nn's instructions with modified kernel: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...oted-kernel-hiding-bootloader-unlock-t3898711
Hey I have p20 pro EU version 6/128
Today I got a new update about Google security.
I want every update run on my phone
But I rooted my device.
I wanted first to ask guys , I tried to update but was unsuccessful. I do not have twrp because of the method I used to root p20 pro didn't allow me having magisk and twrp recovery.
So now if I want to update have to do it manually ?
2 questions
1) which program do I use ?
2) where I can find the firmware Official WITHOUT BEEING CHANGED ANYTHING inside from someone third.
Thanks John
You need to flash the stock bootloader. If you are running Pie and Magisk, you have a modified bootloader. I don't know where to download the stock one. Could probably rip it from a stock Pie firmware.
Me to have twrp on my p20 pro and i cannot update my phone.. Have new update but when I try system update after download, its entering to recovery mode for install the firmware but it cannot coz working twrp and unsuccessful installation.
Me to look for stock recovery for clt-l29 pie
purple patch said:
You need to flash the stock bootloader. If you are running Pie and Magisk, you have a modified bootloader. I don't know where to download the stock one. Could probably rip it from a stock Pie firmware.
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stock bootloader? where i find this?
StonebridgeGr said:
stock bootloader? where i find this?
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I mean stock recovery ramdisk, or whatever they call it on Huawei. Will need the 9 version asfaik.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...awei-p20-pro-charlotte-l29c432b131-8-t3809964
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...awei-p20-pro-charlotte-l29c432b131-8-t3809964
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i am not trying to find guide to upgrade from 8.0 to 9.0.
I am already on 9,0 but i got a new update for google security and i want to update
which is the guide for this or is the same?
StonebridgeGr said:
i am not trying to find guide to upgrade from 8.0 to 9.0.
I am already on 9,0 but i got a new update for google security and i want to update
which is the guide for this or is the same?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...charlotte-l29c432b131-8-t3809964/post79034970
The apk from this post will allow you to download the latest firmware for your model from firmware finder and flash it without needing TWRP or having to flash stock recovery. You will have to re-root afterwards though
danifilth4king said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...charlotte-l29c432b131-8-t3809964/post79034970
The apk from this post will allow you to download the latest firmware for your model from firmware finder and flash it without needing TWRP or having to flash stock recovery. You will have to re-root afterwards though
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thanks but the link of the app is dead
is the same app as is one the google play?
danifilth4king said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...charlotte-l29c432b131-8-t3809964/post79034970
The apk from this post will allow you to download the latest firmware for your model from firmware finder and flash it without needing TWRP or having to flash stock recovery. You will have to re-root afterwards though
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I got the app on pc and android, tried to find the last firmware 9.0.0.203 on clt-l29 c432e5r1p9 but there is no.
StonebridgeGr said:
I got the app on pc and android, tried to find the last firmware 9.0.0.203 on clt-l29 c432e5r1p9 but there is no.
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Download the current version you are using. Extract recovery_ramdisk.img and flash. Reboot and take OTA update. You will lose root, as I said you have a modified recovery and need stock to take OTA.
Edit - Once your done, patch the bootloader from Magisk and flash to get root again.
purple patch said:
Download the current version you are using. Extract recovery_ramdisk.img and flash. Reboot and take OTA update. You will lose root, as I said you have a modified recovery and need stock to take OTA.
Edit - Once your done, patch the bootloader from Magisk and flash to get root again.
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i just flash recovery ramdisk hmm i think it will brick my device.
how do i flash it?