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Hi, I got this phone today. I wondered if there was any method available to root the phone and install a custom recovery. I googled and couldn't find any. So if someone comes up with a method please inform via this thread.
Thanks
hellboy180699 said:
Hi, I got this phone today. I wondered if there was any method available to root the phone and install a custom recovery. I googled and couldn't find any. So if someone comes up with a method please inform via this thread.
Thanks
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Am waiting too...
hellboy180699 said:
Hi, I got this phone today. I wondered if there was any method available to root the phone and install a custom recovery. I googled and couldn't find any. So if someone comes up with a method please inform via this thread.
Thanks
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@GeneticEnginer might have something for you.
hellboy180699 said:
Hi, I got this phone today. I wondered if there was any method available to root the phone and install a custom recovery. I googled and couldn't find any. So if someone comes up with a method please inform via this thread.
Thanks
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Still waiting...
@GeneticEnginer says he has a build ready. He is testing it. He might come up with a guide to root and install TWRP soon.
Cheers to GeneticEngineer. I am waiting for root as well. I need to edit build.prop to enable camera2 and delete the locksettings.db file for pinless fingerprint experience.
sbcontt said:
Cheers to GeneticEngineer. I am waiting for root as well. I need to edit build.prop to enable camera2 and delete the locksettings.db file for pinless fingerprint experience.
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what do you mean by "enable camera2" ? i am planning to buy mobile but get confused between G5S PLUS and XIAOMI A1.
any guide ??
ashish_zarekar said:
what do you mean by "enable camera2" ? i am planning to buy mobile but get confused between G5S PLUS and XIAOMI A1.
any guide ??
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i m also confused with g5s plus and a1... moto development gonna affect due to a1
Mohan0004 said:
i m also confused with g5s plus and a1... moto development gonna affect due to a1
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yes we need development in G5S plus, because it have nice camera and Gestures, we need to tweek camera so we can get better quality image than A1,
i have seen so many reviews all are saying that mi a1 have nice image quality, but may be because they are fan of MI, i am also fan of MI but now moto is providing competition. lets see what will happen, my mind will with MOTO where as my heart will go with MI :fingers-crossed:
ashish_zarekar said:
what do you mean by "enable camera2" ? i am planning to buy mobile but get confused between G5S PLUS and XIAOMI A1.
any guide ??
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The current ROM in Moto G5S+ does not seem to have the ability to shoot images in RAW format. Only JPEG is available right now. Hopefully, Camera2 API can be enabled via build.prop to enable RAW image capture.
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The current ROM in Moto G5S+ does not seem to have the ability to shoot images in RAW format. Only JPEG is available right now. Hopefully, Camera2 API can be enabled via build.prop to enable RAW image capture.
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okay from where do you come to know ? raw images ? what all can i do with raw images ?
i have not heard about this raw image, please tell more about this or provide me a link.
and what about mi A1 or mi 5x ? can it capture raw images ?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mo...nofficial-twrp-3-1-1-0-moto-g5s-plus-t3669700
Check here.
ashish_zarekar said:
okay from where do you come to know ? raw images ? what all can i do with raw images ?
i have not heard about this raw image, please tell more about this or provide me a link.
and what about mi A1 or mi 5x ? can it capture raw images ?
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It is very hard to explain RAW images. A professional photographer will be able to explain better.
In short, a RAW image is somewhat like the negatives of old. It contains the exact data that the sensor captures. It will look bland if you look at it before processing. It is very large in size and needs further processing before being converted to JPEG or PNG. Although every camera (including professional ones) contain an image processor in it, professional photographers prefer to shoot in RAW and use Adobe Lightroom to do the processing on a computer to get the final JPEG or PNG image. Obviously, an Adobe product running on a computer is way more powerful than an image processor in a camera or a phone. Therefore all professional cameras have RAW shooting ability.
Since Marshmallow, Google introduced Camera2 API that allows you to shoot RAW images for manual processing. However, many manufacturers disable the feature.
Not sure about those other phones you mention having the ability to shot RAW. Maybe ask around in related forums. Be careful though, some cameras simply do not have the sensor to shoot RAW (Sony phones for example) even after rooting and editing the build.prop .Their image processor is hard linked to the sensor and the RAW data simply does not leave the camera unit in order to be captured by Camera2 API.
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GeneticEnginer said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mo...nofficial-twrp-3-1-1-0-moto-g5s-plus-t3669700
Check here.
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WOW. That was quick. I suppose posting just for saying thanks is not allowed, but great job :good:.
I do have a question though, not sure where to ask. My unit has an option to unlock bootloader in developer options. I have never visited moto bootloader unlock website. Does this mean they are allowing rooting without voiding the warranty or did I receive a second-hand unit?
Edit: NVM it is still locked. That is a dummy option until you get the unlock code. Wish there was a way to root this phone without bootloader unlocking like the Xperia Z2.
I do have a question though, not sure where to ask. My unit has an option to unlock bootloader in developer options. I have never visited moto bootloader unlock website. Does this mean they are allowing rooting without voiding the warranty or did I receive a second-hand unit?
I took it to a service centre and they said that warranty is active on the device as shown in their system, although I did not tell them about the bootloader unlock thing.
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My device haven’t arrived yet but I have last years G4+ I also have the same option on it. It does not mean you have a void warranty or that you got a second hand phone. You have to check it along with usb debugging and stuff to actually unlock the bootloader. Extra precautions because unlocking the bootloader erases all your data from the phone and void your warranty(so they say).
hellboy180699 said:
Hi, I got this phone today. I wondered if there was any method available to root the phone and install a custom recovery. I googled and couldn't find any. So if someone comes up with a method please inform via this thread.
Thanks
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There is a TWRP recovery available. And you can root using either of Magisk and SuperSU. LINK
ashish_zarekar said:
okay from where do you come to know ? raw images ? what all can i do with raw images ?
i have not heard about this raw image, please tell more about this or provide me a link.
and what about mi A1 or mi 5x ? can it capture raw images ?
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I just found out that G5S+ has camera2 API enabled by default. I installed camera FV-5 on my Moto G5S+ and it allows shooting RAW images. The RAW images are beautiful in details, better than my Sony Xperia Z2's camera.
The stock camera does some artificial edge enhancement stuff which makes the images look sharp but less detailed. The RAW images retain both the sharpness and details, although as always with RAW images, they are not great on colour, which you can always process in Lightroom.
Therefore I recommend anyone looking for a great camera phone to buy Moto G5s+. Be warned though, its low light abilities are not great due to a higher aperture. Moto G5+ is the best in that regard.
sbcontt said:
I just found out that G5S+ has camera2 API enabled by default. I installed camera FV-5 on my Moto G5S+ and it allows shooting RAW images. The RAW images are beautiful in details, better than my Sony Xperia Z2's camera.
The stock camera does some artificial edge enhancement stuff which makes the images look sharp but less detailed. The RAW images retain both the sharpness and details, although as always with RAW images, they are not great on colour, which you can always process in Lightroom.
Therefore I recommend anyone looking for a great camera phone to buy Moto G5s+. Be warned though, its low light abilities are not great due to a higher aperture. Moto G5+ is the best in that regard.
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wow !
so we have a photographer for testing our G5S camera :laugh: ,
i also want to click good photos so please guide me how to do that with G5s plus, i am totally new, so need detail information ! and it is similar that you have to teach small boy 1 to 10 :angel:
i wish ,you will guide me.
ashish_zarekar said:
wow !
so we have a photographer for testing our G5S camera :laugh: ,
i also want to click good photos so please guide me how to do that with G5s plus, i am totally new, so need detail information ! and it is similar that you have to teach small boy 1 to 10 :angel:
i wish ,you will guide me.
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+1 @sbcontt
ashish_zarekar said:
wow !
so we have a photographer for testing our G5S camera :laugh: ,
i also want to click good photos so please guide me how to do that with G5s plus, i am totally new, so need detail information ! and it is similar that you have to teach small boy 1 to 10 :angel:
i wish ,you will guide me.
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I am not really a proper photographer, just happen to have several photographer friends
I need to create a video tutorial. That is the only way to teach a novice without getting into all the terminology confusion and difficulty trying to describe effects like bokeh that are better shown than described. However, I will ask my friends whether such a video is already available on the internet first.
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I am not really a proper photographer, just happen to have several photographer friends
I need to create a video tutorial. That is the only way to teach a novice without getting into all the terminology confusion and difficulty trying to describe effects like bokeh that are better shown than described. However, I will ask my friends whether such a video is already available on the internet first.
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yes sure, or else you can be a good youtube blogger :good: and please mention him that video should be for begainner :laugh:
Hi,
Can anyone share the link for a stable gcam version for the M21?
Thanks
billubakra said:
Hi,
Can anyone share the link for a stable gcam version for the M21?
Thanks
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hey there,just search gcam apk,its stable even i use it
Clutchmaster_OP said:
hey there,just search gcam apk,its stable even i use it
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Hi,
I have tried many versions but none of them worked. Can you please share the link which is working for you?
There is no proper gcam port for m21 yet and I don't think it's gonna come anytime soon.
Gcam isnt any better than any other 3Rd party camera app right now as it can't use google's hdr+, so stock camera will be better.
Fredin_ said:
There is no proper gcam port for m21 yet and I don't think it's gonna come anytime soon.
Gcam isnt any better than any other 3Rd party camera app right now as it can't use google's hdr+, so stock camera will be better.
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Can you recommend any other third party camera which is as good as the gcam?
billubakra said:
Can you recommend any other third party camera which is as good as the gcam?
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use footej camera
love4chat said:
use footej camera
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Is the night mode good?
Hi,
When the phone got released, I've heard that EIS was absent for 4k videos. Has it been updated since, or can we expect it to be in the near future? Or is the solution to use the GCam?
It would be a pretty important thing that could decide whether I buy this phone or not. Thanks a lot in advance
paxxx17 said:
Hi,
When the phone got released, I've heard that EIS was absent for 4k videos. Has it been updated since, or can we expect it to be in the near future? Or is the solution to use the GCam?
It would be a pretty important thing that could decide whether I buy this phone or not. Thanks a lot in advance
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I don't think it will be available in future because of hardware limitation.
There's already a gcam mod with working EIS for 4k. Can't give the link, cause I tried so many and can't remember, which APK was the last I installed, but you should find it in Telegram Group of Redmi Note 10 Pro...
Kinley7272 said:
There's already a gcam mod with working EIS for 4k. Can't give the link, cause I tried so many and can't remember, which APK was the last I installed, but you should find it in Telegram Group of Redmi Note 10 Pro...
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Hey, can I get a link to this Telegram group?
AsherGZ said:
Hey, can I get a link to this Telegram group?
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It's t.me/RedmiNote10SeriesPhotography but can't say, which APK it is. There are so many. Maybe you can ask there.
You see, I got a pixel 5a that is imported from Japan and in Japan all phones Manufacturers must have shutter sound when taking pictures and you can't disable it.
If I will root my phone I will be able to disable it, right?
No. Only with root - no. It depends on device ID (US or JP). For p5 there is patch for TWRP that spoofs ID, but there is no TWRP for 5a.
May be with some magisk module but i can't find any.
Or you can use modded Gcam.
Thank you.
I will try download modded Gcam. from here
Google Camera Port Hub: Get the best GCam APK for Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, and other phones
Looking for the best version of the Google Camera app for your phone? We've rounded up a ton of versions for different models and brands.
www.xda-developers.com
I see there is no "5a" so I will download the one for pixel 5?
edit: thank you very much, the modded Gcam. worked!!
Hi can you share the steps to do this? Also wanting to remove my shutter sound. From your reply, it looks like you need to root it?
kaeel said:
Hi can you share the steps to do this? Also wanting to remove my shutter sound. From your reply, it looks like you need to root it?
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No need to root, just download APK of the google camera and use it instead of the one that come with the phone.
That's what I did eventually.
Use modded Gcam like forty-second said
it is impossible to convert 5a sun of the Japanese version into the American version, the difference is in the bands, only use the gcam mod
does the gcam mod has all the features as the built-in camera?
Faced the same issue. Like other people said, removing it from the stock Gcam probably isn't an option. Just use a compatible Gcam mod, I recommend MWP GCam for latest supported version.
As a bonus, you can use Tasker to intercept the double power button gesture to launch the modded GCam instead of stock.
PixelatedFox said:
edit: thank you very much, the modded Gcam. worked!!
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How is it working months later? I am considering buying a Japanese P5A. Your feedback will help me a lot with making a buying decision
JetVoz said:
How is it working months later? I am considering buying a Japanese P5A. Your feedback will help me a lot with making a buying decision
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Excellent, no problems at all.
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Excellent, no problems at all.
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Great to hear!! Do you use the cam app from the comment below?
Velcorn said:
I recommend MWP GCam for latest supported version.
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Also, would you mind elaborating a bit on your experience with it? I'm especially interested in hearing about two things that were discussed in this thread:
rokphish said:
does the gcam mod has all the features as the built-in camera?
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Velcorn said:
use Tasker to intercept the double power button gesture to launch the modded GCam instead of stock.
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Thank you!
JetVoz said:
Great to hear!! Do you use the cam app from the comment below?
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No, I use What I said here.... the modded Gcam
PixelatedFox said:
Thank you.
I will try download modded Gcam. from here
Google Camera Port Hub: Get the best GCam APK for Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, and other phones
Looking for the best version of the Google Camera app for your phone? We've rounded up a ton of versions for different models and brands.
www.xda-developers.com
I see there is no "5a" so I will download the one for pixel 5?
edit: thank you very much, the modded Gcam. worked!!
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Several Android versions ago I used to use Root Explorer and delete the system sound for camera shutter, which worked at the time. Maybe worth exploring?
I remembered there was a thread in the Pixel 5 community. It provides a way to permanently alter the device model code to disable these Japan-only features. Maybe it works on Pixel 5a?
It may not be simple, but can permanently eliminate similar problems.
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I remembered there was a thread in the Pixel 5 community. It provides a way to permanently alter the device model code to disable these Japan-only features. Maybe it works on Pixel 5a?
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FYI.
Turn off shutter sound from pixel bought in japan
Due to pixel was not sold I was buying pixel 5 from japan. I thought if I flash a US ROM the shutter sound (japan shutter sound law) will go away but it seems like it is still going strong even after I used Cambodia sim. It was used outside japan...
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Hello all,
I also have a Japan model of the 5a, and a while ago I put together a Magisk module to disable the shutter sound.
Let me know if you run into issues.
Release v1.1.0 · averne/barbet-screenshot-sound
Magisk module to mute the camera sound on the Pixel 5a - Release v1.1.0 · averne/barbet-screenshot-sound
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Hi @averne_
could you please make the sound camera_click not empty, but with silence and not zero like it is now as it crashes some devices? Thank you! I can't attach the file here, but you can find silent 1sec ogg files online.
I can't make it work - Magisk doesn't allow me to unzip the file no idea why.
maliciousd12 said:
Hi @averne_
could you please make the sound camera_click not empty, but with silence and not zero like it is now as it crashes some devices? Thank you! I can't attach the file here, but you can find silent 1sec ogg files online.
I can't make it work - Magisk doesn't allow me to unzip the file no idea why.
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Let me know if that works better
Release v1.2.0 · averne/barbet-screenshot-sound
Magisk module to mute the camera sound on the Pixel 5a - Release v1.2.0 · averne/barbet-screenshot-sound
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JetVoz said:
How is it working months later? I am considering buying a Japanese P5A. Your feedback will help me a lot with making a buying decision
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It works like a charm here in Italy
I can't seem to fine any working GCAM for Note 9 Exynos. If anybody has one kindly letme know, I can't stand the stock camera!!
The Zgcam is the best i found.
It's working really nice.
Jonisloth said:
The Zgcam is the best i found.
It's working really nice.
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Can you please send me the link to download it?
https://1-dontsharethislink.celsoazevedo.com/file/filesc/ZGCAM_7.4_V1.03387.apk
Here you are
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https://1-dontsharethislink.celsoazevedo.com/file/filesc/ZGCAM_7.4_V1.03387.apk
Here you are
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Thanks, I used this GCAM it takes good pictures but it's very slow and glitchy. Stutters a lot, have you noticed any of these issues?
No I haven't. Have you enabled yor camera2api to full support?
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No I haven't. Have you enabled yor camera2api to full support?
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What's that? Can you please guide me?
Of course!
Camera2api is an android feature that allows having some camera features like the gcam support. Its not fully enabled on default but there is an easy way to do it.
First of all your phone has to be rooted with magisk (magisk is not necessarily needed but it's way easier with it).
Then you have to download an app called camera2api enabler which you can find in the Playstore.
Accept the Super user request and just let the app do it's job.
Jonisloth said:
Of course!
Camera2api is an android feature that allows having some camera features like the gcam support. Its not fully enabled on default but there is an easy way to do it.
First of all your phone has to be rooted with magisk (magisk is not necessarily needed but it's way easier with it).
Then you have to download an app called camera2api enabler which you can find in the Playstore.
Accept the Super user request and just let the app do it's job.
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Ohh, I see. I used to do rooting a long time ago, didn't even realized its still a thing in 2022. I gotcha your point it will require some fiddling to do. Gcam used to work perfectly in my Galaxy S8 however jn this Note 9 it's is giving me nightmares. Lol!! and thanks man you have helped alot, really appreciate it!!
No problem I help where ever i can.