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[TOOL][ROM] UpdateEngine UI -- Flash Android O beta without wiping data

I highly recommend @JamFlux's work instead. Currently, this has got way more complicated than it should be (in the past 24 hours, only 40% users have managed to accurately follow the procedure, and even less for the latest beta). However, I will continue working on this project in order to make it compatible across more devices. The app is now open-source and you can visit the GitHub repo here. Thanks for using UpdateEngine Interface and I hope to see you folks again soon.
I've created the UpdateEngine Interface, a tool to install OTAs that haven't been assigned to your device. It talks to Android's update_engine binary to flash the block-based updates just the way the original updater does, ensuring that your data is preserved and your system partition's signature doesn't change.
TLDR: It allows you to install Oreo without using someone else's TWRP backup or losing data.
Now has the latest build (20th December)
Installation:
Install Magisk
Install the attached Magisk module (named UpdateEngine_1.2.zip) and reboot
Open the newly installed UpdateEngine app and press start
Wait for the installation to complete and restart your device to boot into Android O
If you wish to update to the latest beta, use Magisk to install UpdateEngine_1.3.zip afterwards
Note: If you're a FlashFire user, please uninstall it and reboot before continuing.
Note #2: You must install Oreo via v1.2 before installing the latest beta (via v1.3).
XDA:DevDB Information
UpdateEngine User Interface, Device Specific App for the Xiaomi Mi A1
Contributors
ur0
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 1.1
Created 2017-12-19
Last Updated 2017-12-19

Does it need a virgin /system?

I love you! thats what we need.

konradit said:
Does it need a virgin /system?
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Yeah. It requires that the system hasn't been modified since the December OTA (just like the original updater) since the updates are applied block-by-block.

Which beta does it have currently? THE first one or newer?

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Which beta does it have currently? THE first one or newer?
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I only have the first build, since that's the only one that people captured (I'm not in the beta, so I can't get the newer ones myself).

Okay

@ur0 wow, thats awesome, thank you bro)

This looks interesting, although I'm waiting for Xposed Oreo. A question though, I've heard the leaked Oreo build is rooted, does this method install untouched boot.img?

@Filip013 yes, this installs the untouched boot.img.
@rostifaner and @TerQQ, You're welcome!

so this tool can install android O ota beta without twrp ? and without losing data ? and how to install this tool ? sorry for many question .

is possible to add feature "choose ota file from device" or something similar ?

TerQQ said:
is possible to add feature "choose ota file from device" or something similar ?
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I'm looking into adding this -- the only problem is that it also requires a bit of metadata (which is inconvenient to type manually). I'll look into defining a format which the app can read directly.

It doesn't seem to be working for me. When I press Start, it opens FlashFire app & nothing happens. Even if I come back to this app, there will two buttons Pause & Stop, but nothing will be happening. Also can you please make it open source?

ghpranav said:
It doesn't seem to be working for me. When I press Start, it opens FlashFire app & nothing happens. Even if I come back to this app, there will two buttons Pause & Stop, but nothing will be happening. Also can you please make it open source?
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That's weird -- can you please post the logcat outputs after this happens (maybe after restarting and trying again)?
I'm sure that it's something with flashfire since the app doesn't use it or depend on it.
I'm definitely going to open-source this after I fix a few hacks I made to get the initial version working.

Any chance of posting your work to github? would be interesting to see the source if possible

How to install?
How to install magisk and update engine. Will we have to root and flash these file from TWRP? Please give the tutorial in detail.

for me its working great.

I don't understand what purpose this tool serves. You're saying that using this we can install the oreo update without someone's twrp bakup?

I keep getting a crash when i press start, then the app won't open again until I reboot and even then no download... am i missing something?
I have magisk 15.6 and i disabled all my other modules just in case...
EDIT:
12-19 11:32:16.564 3121-3267/? E/DatabaseUtils: Writing exception to parcel
java.lang.SecurityException: Permission Denial: reading com.android.providers.media.MediaProvider uri content://media/external/fs_id from pid=9022, uid=10111 requires android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, or grantUriPermission()
at android.content.ContentProvider.enforceReadPermissionInner(ContentProvider.java:608)
at android.content.ContentProvider$Transport.enforceReadPermission(ContentProvider.java:483)
at android.content.ContentProvider$Transport.query(ContentProvider.java:212)
at android.content.ContentProviderNative.onTransact(ContentProviderNative.java:112)
at android.os.Binder.execTransact(Binder.java:565)
I think you need to add the read/write premission to your app. not sure how its working for others
EDIT 2: Selinux is denying your app.. had to use a selinux disabler app to get it not to crash... might want to look into that..
EDIT 3: Not working... Nothing happens when i click start...

[GUIDE] Re-locking the bootloader on the OnePlus 6t with a self-signed build of LOS

What is this tutorial?
This tutorial will:
Creating an unofficial build of LineageOS 17.1 suitable for using to re-lock the bootloader on a OnePlus 6/6t
Take you through the process of re-locking your bootloader after installing the above
This tutorial will NOT:
Remove *all* warning messages during boot (the yellow "Custom OS" message will be present though the orange "Unlocked bootloader" message will not)
Allow you to use official builds of LineageOS 17.1 on your device with a re-locked bootloader (more details near the end of the tutorial)
This tutorial will assume you are working on an Ubuntu 18.04 installation, if you are using Windows or another Linux distro, the commands may be different.
Supported devices:
Current both the OnePlus 6 (enchilada) and 6t (fajita) have been tested, but newer phones should work as well.
For simplicities sake, all further references will only be to the 6t (fajita).
Pre-requisites:
a mid level knowledge of terminal commands and features
a supported phone
a PC with enough CPU/RAM to build LineageOS 17.1 (recommended 8 cores, 24g of RAM)
a working USB cable
fastboot/adb installed and functional
LineageOS 17.1 source code downloaded
at least one successful build of LineageOS
at least one successful signing of your build with your own keys
Misc. notes:
the basics of building/signing of LineageOS is outside the scope of this tutorial, refer to the LineageOS Wiki for details on how to complete these tasks
you'll be modifying some code in LineageOS, so if you are not comfortable using basic editing utilities as well as patch, do not proceed any further
the path to your LineageOS source code is going to be assumed to be ~/android/lineageos, if it is somewhere else, substitute the correct path in the tutorial
the path to your private certificate files is going to be assumed to be ~/android-certs, if it is somewhere else, substitute the correct path in the tutorial
*** WARNING ****
This process may brick your device. Do not proceed unless you are comfortable taking this risk.
*** WARNING ****
This process will delete all data on your phone! Do not proceed unless you have backed up your data!
*** WARNING ****
Make sure you have read through this entire process at least once before attempting, if you are uncomfortable with any steps include in this guide, do not continue.
And now on with the show!
Step 1: Basic setup
You need a few places to store things, so create some working directories:
Code:
mkdir ~/android/fajita
mkdir ~/android/fajita/oos
mkdir ~/android/fajita/images
mkdir ~/android/fajita/images_raw
mkdir ~/android/fajita/patches
mkdir ~/android/fajita/pkmd
You also need to add "~/android/lineageos/out/host/linux-x86/bin" to your shell's profile path. Make sure to close and restart your session afterwards otherwise the signing will fail later on with a "file not found" error message .
Step 2: Download the latest OxygenOS from OnePlus
Go to https://www.oneplus.com/support/softwareupgrade and download the latest OOS update, store it in ~/android/fajita/oos
Step 3: Extract the vendor.img from OOS
Run the following commands to extract the vendor.img from OOS:
Code:
cd ~/android/fajita/oos
unzip [oos file name you downloaded] payload.bin
cd ../images_raw
python ~/android/lineageos/lineage/scripts/update-payload-extractor/extract.py --partitions vendor --output_dir . ../oos/payload.bin
You should now have a ~1g file named vendor.img in the images_raw directory.
Step 4: Update fajita's BoardConfig.mk
You will need to add a few parameters to the end of ~/android/lineageos/device/oneplus/fajita/BoardConfig.mk, they are:
Code:
BOARD_PREBUILT_VENDORIMAGE := /home/<userid>/android/fajita/images_raw/vendor.img
AB_OTA_PARTITIONS += vendor
BOARD_AVB_ALGORITHM := SHA256_RSA2048
BOARD_AVB_KEY_PATH := /home/<userid>/.android-certs/releasekey.key
Note you cannot use "~"" in the path names above to signify your home directory, so give the full absolute path to make sure the files are found.
Step 5: Update sdm845-common's BoardConfigCommon.mk (optional)
LineageOS by default disables Android Verified Boot's partition verification, but you can enable it now as all the required parts will be in place. However, you may not want to if you intend to make other changes to the system/boot/vendor partitions (like Magisk, etc.) after you have re-locked the bootloader.
To enable partition verification do the following:
Code:
cd ~/android/lineageos/devices/sdm845-common
sed -i 's/^BOARD_AVB_MAKE_VBMETA_IMAGE_ARGS += --flag 2/#BOARD_AVB_MAKE_VBMETA_IMAGE_ARGS += --flag 2/' BoardConfigCommon.mk
Step 6: Patch the AOSP/LineageOS releasetools
Two releasetools included with LineageOS need to be patched as they otherwise will not properly process a pre-built vendor.img.
The required patches can be found here:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/W.../source/add_img_to_target_files.py-17.1.patch
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/W...r/source/sign_target_files_apks.py-17.1.patch
Download both and store in ~/android/fajita/patches.
Now apply them with the following commands:
Code:
cd ~/android/lineageos/build/tools/releasetools
patch add_image_to_target_files.py ~/android/fajita/patches/add_image_to_target_files.py-17.1.patch
patch sign_target_files_apks.py ~/android/fajita/patches/sign_target_files_apks.py-17.1.patch
Step 7: Build LineageOS
You are now ready to build:
Code:
cd ~/android/lineageos
source build/envsetup.sh
croot
breakfast fajita
mka target-files-package otatools
Step 8: Prepare vendor.img
As part of the build process above, your raw vendor.img will been copied to the $OUT directory and a new hashtree (what AVB uses to verify the image) will have been added to it.
You need to use this new version in the signing process but due to how the build system works, this is not done by default.
So, let's put it where it is needed:
Code:
cp $OUT/obj/PACKAGING/target_files_intermediates/lineage_fajita-target_files-eng.*/IMAGES/vendor.img ~/android/fajita/images
Step 9: Sign the APKs
You are now ready to sign the apks with sign_target_files_apks:
Code:
./build/tools/releasetools/sign_target_files_apks -o -d ~/.android-certs --prebuilts_path ~/android/fajita/images $OUT/obj/PACKAGING/target_files_intermediates/*-target_files-*.zip signed-target_files.zip
Note the new "--prebuilts_path" option, which points to where your new vendor.img file is located.
Step 10: Build the OTA
Now it is time to complete the OTA package:
Code:
./build/tools/releasetools/ota_from_target_files -k ~/.android-certs/releasekey --block signed-target_files.zip lineage-17.1-[date]-UNOFFICIAL-fajita-signed.zip
Note, replace [date] with today's date in YYYYMMDD format.
Step 11: Create pkmd.bin for your phone
Before you can lock your phone, you have to tell it what your public key is so it knows it can trust your build.
To do this you need to create a pkmd.bin file:
Code:
~/android/lineageos/external/avb/avbtool extract_public_key --key ~/.android-certs/releasekey.key --output ~/android/fajita/pkmd/pkmd.bin
Step 12: Flashing your LineageOS build
It's time to flash your build to your phone. The following steps assume you have already unlocked your phone and have flashed an official version of LineageOS to it. You don't need to have flashed LineageOS yet, you could use TWRP through "fastboot boot" if you prefer.
Reboot your phone in to recovery mode
In LineageOS Recovery select "Apply update"
From your PC, run:
Code:
adb sideload ~/android/lineageos/lineage-17.1-[date]-UNOFFICIAL-fajita-signed.zip
When the sideload is complete, reboot in to LineageOS. Make sure everything looks good with your build.
You may also need to format your data partition at this time depending on what you had installed on your phone previously.
Step 13: Flashing your signing key
Now it's time to add your signing key to the Android Verified Boot process. To do so, do the following:
Reboot your phone in to fastboot mode
From your PC, run:
Code:
fastboot flash avb_custom_key ~/android/fajita/pkmd/pkmd.bin
fastboot reboot bootloader
fastboot oem lock
On your phone, confirm you want to re-lock and it will reboot
Your phone will then factory reset and then reboot in to LineageOS.
Which of course means you have to go through the first time setup wizard, so do so now.
Step 14: Disable OEM unlock
Congratulations! Your boot loader is now locked, but you can still unlock it again using fastboot, so it's time to disable that as well.
Unlock you phone and go to Settings->About phone
Scroll to the bottom and find "Build number"
Tap on it you enable the developer options
Go to Settings->System->Advanced->Developer options
Disable the "OEM unlocking" slider
Reboot
Step 15: Profit!
Other things
The above will build a standard USERDEBUG version of LineageOS, however this will still allow LineageOS Recovery to sideload non-signed files. If you have implemented step 5 above, then this protects your system/vendor/boot/dtbo partitions, but none of the others. Likewise USERDEBUG builds will allow for rolling back to a previous version. To increase security and disallow both of these scenarios you may want to build a USER version of LineageOS to install. However this brings in other issues, such as flashing newer firmware from OnePlus so make sure you understand the implications of both choices. For more details on build types, see https://source.android.com/setup/develop/new-device#build-variants.
In the above example the releasekey from your LineageOS install has been used to sign AVB, but AVB supports other key strengths up to SHA512_RSA8192. You could create a key just for signing AVB that used different options than the default keys generated to sign LineageOS.
If you want to remove you signing key from your phone, you can do it by running "fastboot erase avb_custom_key".
The changes you made to the make files and releasetools may conflict with future updates that you pull from LineageOS through repo sync, if you have to reset the files to get repo sync to complete successfully, you'll have to reapply the changes afterwards.
So why can't I do this with official LineageOS builds?
For Android Verified Boot (AVB) to work, it must have the hash values for each of the system/vendor/boot/dtbo partitions stored in vbmeta. Official LineageOS builds do not include the vendor.img in them (for fajita at least, other phones may), instead simply using the existing partition on the phone.
That means that there is no vendor.img information in vbmeta for the official builds, which means AVB will fail to verify it during boot and give the red corruption message and halt the boot process after you have re-locked the bootloader.
And since you cannot add to vbmeta without the LineageOS private key, which only the LineageOS signing server has, you cannot add it.
This means you must do a full build with new signing keys to make it work.
Theoretically you could pick apart a LineageOS release, rehash the system/vendor/boot/dtbo and then recreate vbmeta and the payload.bin file, but that brings a host of other issues. For example, since such a "build" would look like a full LinageOS release, if you ever accidentally let the updater run it would brick (soft) that slot and you'd have swap back to your other slot to boot again. In an extreme case, if you managed to corrupt the second slot somehow you'd have to wipe your entire and recover from the brick with one of the available tools to do so.
Ok, what messages do I see during the boot process then?
During a boot you will of course see the standard OnePlus power up screen, followed by the yellow "custom os" message an then the stardard LineageOS boot animation.
For more details on AVB boot messages, see https://source.android.com/security/verifiedboot/boot-flow
So what do those two patches to the release tools do?
AOSP/LineageOS's add_image_to_target_files.py detects if a vendor.img file already exists, and if so, simply includes it in the build process. The patch adds one extra step, so that AVB is being enabled for the build, it will replace the existing hashtree on vendor.img using the same salt and other options as will be used on system/boot/dtbo. This ensure that when vbmeta is generated, it has the right information from vendor.img.
The script is called from the make system as part of the "mka target-files-package otatools" and the appropriate parameters from the make system, like "BOARD_PREBUILT_VENDORIMAGE", are used to create arguments to the script to build the standard image files as well as include the prebuilt vendor.img.
This script is used both during the initial build as well as the signing process, but this change is only targeted at the build time implementation. During signing, the script uses whatever hashtrees are in place and does not regenerate them.
AOSP/LineageOS's sign_target_files_apks.py is responsible for signing the APKs that have been built as part of "mka target-files-package otatools", unfortunately it is not part of the "make" system, so settings like "BOARD_PREBUILT_VENDORIMAGE" do not impact the script. This means that sign_target_files_apks.py does not have any knowledge that it should be including a pre-built vendor.img, even though it is in the $OUT directory waiting to be used.
The patch adds a new parameter to the script (--prebuilts_path), so that during the signing process, any image files found in the provided path, will be included in the process. So make sure that only vendor.img is in the provided directory. This is a directory instead of a single file as future uses may be to include things like firmware, other partition types, etc. in to the signing process.
Thank you's
Obviously to all of the members of the LineageOS team!
LuK1337 for supporting fajita
optimumpro for the OnePlus 5/5t re-locking guide (https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/how-to/guide-relock-bootloader-custom-rom-t3849299) which inspired this one
Quark.23 for helping with the process and testing on enchilada

Nice , Will this enable widewine L1?

jsidney96 said:
Nice , Will this enable widewine L1?
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I don't believe there is a connection between the two.

WhitbyGreg said:
I don't believe there is a connection between the two.
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If you unlock bootloader on phones supporting L1 they drop to L3. I know some Oneplus phones (op6 etc.) did not support L1 even on stock.

cowgaR said:
If you unlock bootloader on phones supporting L1 they drop to L3. I know some Oneplus phones (op6 etc.) did not support L1 even on stock.
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Yeah.. It brings it to L1
Great writeup @WhitbyGreg
As Android security gets tighter and tighter, hoping one day all ROMs would support AVB by default..
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Curious question here,
WhitbyGreg said:
*** will build a standard USERDEBUG version of LineageOS, however this will still allow LineageOS Recovery to sideload non-signed files. If you have implemented step 5 above, then this protects your system/vendor/boot/dtbo partitions, but none of the others. Likewise USERDEBUG builds will allow for rolling back to a previous version. To increase security and disallow both of these scenarios you may want to build a USER version of LineageOS to install. However this brings in other issues, such as flashing newer firmware from OnePlus so make sure you understand the implications of both choices***
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After a launch of any phone, how drastic are such firmware updates to bother about? In other words, Unless we're in stock ROM is it mandatory to update phone firmware?

arvindgr said:
Yeah.. It brings it to L1
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Good to know.
arvindgr said:
Great writeup @WhitbyGreg
As Android security gets tighter and tighter, hoping one day all ROMs would support AVB by default..
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That would be nice but more importantly, more phones need to support re-locking.
arvindgr said:
Curious question here,
After a launch of any phone, how drastic are such firmware updates to bother about? In other words, Unless we're in stock ROM is it mandatory to update phone firmware?
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Reasonably important, after all, if you never get firmware updates you'll have outdated security patching for the firmware. Some official LOS builds require newer versions of the firmware as they are released and won't install without it.

This guide was very helpful to me when re-locking my Oneplus 7T and enabling hash/hashtree verification. A dude on telegram had actually sent me the link and I only briefly skimmed over. Ironically when looking for patches to fix my issues after attempting to include pre-built vendor/odm and failing I cross referenced and ended up back here.
Here's where I originally found them:
https://review.lineageos.org/c/LineageOS/android_build/+/278015
https://review.aosip.dev/c/AOSIP/platform_build/+/13385
I myself have made some more patches to ensure every possible pre-built image gets signed on my builds. After some experimentation I have found it possible to have Magisk with hash verification enabled
https://github.com/Geofferey/omni_android_build/commits/geofferey/android-10
There is also a fix to ensure appropriate args get passed when regenerating hashtree for pre-built vendor.

Geofferey said:
This guide was very helpful to me when re-locking my Oneplus 7T and enabling hash/hashtree verification.
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So you can confirm you have relocked the bootloader on the 7T with AVB enabled?
Geofferey said:
A dude on telegram had actually sent me the link and I only briefly skimmed over. Ironically when looking for patches to fix my issues after attempting to include pre-built vendor/odm and failing I cross referenced and ended up back here.
Here's where I originally found them:
https://review.lineageos.org/c/LineageOS/android_build/+/278015
https://review.aosip.dev/c/AOSIP/platform_build/+/13385
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Yes, those are my patches that I've submitted to LOS, I also have two other patches submitted to allow for other prebuilt images (aka firmware images) to be included in the build process.
Geofferey said:
I myself have made some more patches to ensure every possible pre-built image gets signed on my builds. After some experimentation I have found it possible to have Magisk with hash verification enabled
https://github.com/Geofferey/omni_android_build/commits/geofferey/android-10
There is also a fix to ensure appropriate args get passed when regenerating hashtree for pre-built vendor.
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I'll take a look and see if I need to update any of my submissions, thanks.

I will have to update those commits with you as author. I messed that up and set person who picked yours as author. I am sorry. BTW thank you for those patches they were a lifesaver and inspired me.
Yes, I can confirm re-lock with AVB enabled on 7T works and also with hash verification. If I flash an image not signed by the build process with hash verification enabled I go red. Currently I am working on getting magisk directly integrated with build instead of using prebuilt patched imgs that cause builds to not pass CTS.

Geofferey said:
Currently I am working on getting magisk directly integrated with build instead of using prebuilt patched imgs that cause builds to not pass CTS.
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Why do you want to put Magisk if you went to all the trouble of having avb with a locked bootloader? Isn't rooting defeating the purpose of avb?

quark23 said:
Why do you want to put Magisk if you went to all the trouble of having avb with a locked bootloader? Isn't rooting defeating the purpose of avb?
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No, it does not defeat the purpose... Hashtree verification will still happen since root can be included in the build as opposed to flashing after the fact. In a way it's actually even more advised. The way I think, having root may lead to a means of being exploited but true AVB closes the door to any persistent rootkits that may try to modify partitions at block level. If ANYTHING modifies the verified partitions phone will refuse to boot and I will be protected. Doing exactly what AVB is supposed to do, verify the phone is in it's intended state. I also think of phone as a computer, you have root access on Linux, Windows and even Mac for Christ sake, why shouldn't it be the same for phones? The ONLY reason we don't by default is so manufacturers and carriers can stay in control. I've been rooting and modifying phones for years without AVB and yet to have a known breech of my data besides the Google apps constantly collecting on me. This just adds another level of security that I used to sacrifice in order to have root access.
Here is my PoC to include Magisk in builds so dm-verity can be kept enabled. Just two commits. If someone could make this better that would be really cool.
https://github.com/Geofferey/omni_android_build/commit/d60958780e6b26d7cb0cec5939b82df3df74a68f
https://github.com/Geofferey/android_vendor_magisk

I have rooted for testing and you don't gen any warning. The way avb works on my phone is it discards any modification after reboot. With no warning at boot time. If you get hacked, you can have persistent hacks with root. Make a modification from twrp with avb enabled and see for yourself.
You break the Android security model by rooting the phone. If you need certain things you can include them at build time, such as a custom hosts file.
Also, what can you do with root that does not alter the hashtree?
The power you mention is of no real use yet you expose yourself by having it. Sure, you can go by without any issues. The problem is if you happen to get hacked, the attacker has full control over your phone. You won't br able to get rid of it by rebooting.
Also I see no way for google to collect data in this setup, with or without root. Afwall has an equivalent in android 10 (that mobile data & wifi setting) and inter process comms are the real issue if you are worried about rogue apps. Afwall leaks dns requests like crazy anyway.
I say you are better off letting root go and include what you need at build time. I see that as better spent effort than trying to add root.

quark23 said:
I have rooted for testing and you don't gen any warning. The way avb works on my phone is it discards any modification after reboot. With no warning at boot time. If you get hacked, you can have persistent hacks with root. Make a modification from twrp with avb enabled and see for yourself.
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So you built your ROM from source with root included, had TWRP go through signing and was able to modify system and other partitions without receiving a device corrupt message? I highly doubt AVB is even implemented appropriately if you were able to do so. If it is implemented it sounds like the old version, tho I remember if I violated FS too much it wouldn't be able to fix and failed to boot. Having a locked bootloader because AVB is enabled does not mean dm-verity is enabled. Also, it should be nearly impossible to just write things like files to /system or w.e. if you are on a device that ships with 10.
quark23 said:
You break the Android security model by rooting the phone. If you need certain things you can include them at build time, such as a custom hosts file.
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I know it does, but I am not doing such small things as modifying a host file. The kinds of things I include in my personal ROMs require such a high level of access to the point where I can not write SE polices that will allow me to pass CTS and spit out user builds without serious modifications to the build env.
quark23 said:
Also, what can you do with root that does not alter the hashtree?
The power you mention is of no real use yet you expose yourself by having it. Sure, you can go by without any issues. The problem is if you happen to get hacked, the attacker has full control over your phone. You won't b able to get rid of it by rebooting.
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The act of flashing Magisk is what breaks AVB, if you include it in the ROM at build time like I am doing then it doesn't need to be flashed. It makes modifications to the system by binding data from the wipeable data partition to /system/. If something utilizes that to install a backdoor or tunnel it goes bye-bye when I wipe. If something utilizes it to flash anything or modify system device no boot.
quark23 said:
Also I see no way for google to collect data in this setup, with or without root. Afwall has an equivalent in android 10 (that mobile data & wifi setting) and inter process comms are the real issue if you are worried about rogue apps. Afwall leaks dns requests like crazy anyway.
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You're kidding right? Android solely exist as a mean for Google to collect data. That was the whole idea behind Android. Buy & develop an OS that any manufacturer can put on their device, let them certify for Google Play Services and collect the data that powers their ad platform. They certainly didn't opensource their baby for free. If you allow ports 80 and 443 out with inbound related allowed, that's all they need.
quark23 said:
I say you are better off letting root go and include what you need at build time. I see that as better spent effort than trying to add root.
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I'd just rather the manufactures and Google would implement a root solution that plays nice with Androids security instead of making us resort to violating it. It's funny to me that we find it acceptable for these fools to maintain control of something you purchased with your hard earned dollars because they think we are too stupid to have it. Like I stated root and admin privileges are fully available to us on nearly any PC but phones for some reason are an exception.
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I could rant and debate about this forever... Fact of matter is, you don't have to disable every Android security feature to have root.

I didn't build with magisk, I just flashed after building.
But you can try and modify anything on /system or /vendor from twrp, without magisk, without locking the bootloader, and see what happens. Avb discards the modification, but doesn't warn you. Curious of your findings regarding this. If you then flash magisk, you ofc break the hashtree and avb and the mods remain persistent.
I understand that you are building with magisk included in the hashtree. What I am wondering is what exactly are you wanting root for? What are you doing with root that does not break the hashtree?
Regarding the data collection, you lost me. What exactly is being collected on a LOS userbuild without google services? Got any dns logs or mitm wireshark packets to show? What service exactly is collecting what kind of data? Google's dns servers can be replaced before building, Greg has some scripts for that. Captive portal can also be replaced or turned off. Apart from that, and any apps you add yourself, what kind of data is being collected as I want to check it out myself. I've monitored my phone and it's pretty silent. Whatever goes out is from additional apps I use. But I don't see anything from LOS. Really curious about this.
Regarding your last point I think it's something akin to risking shooting yourself in the foot by having root by default. I understand (somewhat) the security model and I find it smart to not have it by default. Also Android uses selinux more than your standard linux distro does. There are some differences in the security models between android and pc linux distro.
I'm really hapoy that AOSP exists. Also pretty happy with the LOS project. My problem is with the outdated blobs. Maybe I'll get a Pixel at some point and give GrapheneOS a go. Seems like a really nice project.
Managed to get hardened malloc + Vanadium on LOS atm and I'm liking the browser. Overall I think AOSP is a great project. Not a fan of google's privacy policy but they do make great stuff.

quark23 said:
I understand that you are building with Magisk included in the hashtree. What I am wondering is what exactly are you wanting root for? What are you doing with root that does not break the hashtree?
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Ah, there lies the real question. I am including in my personal builds a Debian Linux chroot that gets extracted to /data/ so I can run Linux services, etc. I have customized the chroot with Openvpn so that it connects to my server and essentially allows me back into device wherever it may lay. Basically I am adding in the stuff of nightmares that all this security is supposed to prevent. That is why I want dm-verity, because I know I am leaving my self partially open by doing so. I have a decent understanding of dm-verity and have confirmed that it does and will protect me against the scenarios I imagine. BTW it operates completely differently in locked state vs. unlocked.
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Regarding the data collection, you lost me. What exactly is being collected on a LOS userbuild without google services?
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Well, if you're the type of person who doesn't require Google Play Services, nothing of course. I was merely stating that Google had open sourced Android in hopes that manufacturers would adopt the OS and qualify their devices for Google PS so that it could be used as a data collection platform. You won't easily see all the information Google collects in a Wireshark log because it is encrypted of course. LOS better be silent as hell without it or I'd contact that dev with a strongly worded message lmfao.
quark23 said:
Regarding your last point I think it's something akin to risking shooting yourself in the foot by having root by default. I understand (somewhat) the security model and I find it smart to not have it by default. Also Android uses selinux more than your standard linux distro does. There are some differences in the security models between android and pc linux distro.
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Oh I DO NOT think it should just be enabled by default. If I had my way it would be enabled in dev ops requiring authentication and protected via a different password than the one you use to unlock the device once setup. You'd also require those "root" privileges to OEM unlock once enabled. While those features were enabled you'd be warned on boot as well but without locking you out of apps etc because that kind of sensitive data should be handled by TEE and TZ. In a real Linux operating system that hasn't been fundamentally raped to offer a false sense of security in the name of protecting carriers and manufactures you can modify SE linux policies etc, not while live but without compiling from source. A lot of us forget most these security features exist more to protect their interest and attempt to hide what's going on behind the scenes. I've actually heard of some pretty shady stories where manufacturers in China place ad-tappers that run in background on devices running GooglePS to be sold in US, so it definitely doesn't protect you if the person building your phone is shade.
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I'm really hapy that AOSP exists. Also pretty happy with the LOS project. My problem is with the outdated blobs. Maybe I'll get a Pixel at some point and give GrapheneOS a go. Seems like a really nice project.
Managed to get hardened malloc + Vanadium on LOS atm and I'm liking the browser. Overall I think AOSP is a great project. Not a fan of google's privacy policy but they do make great stuff.
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Me too mate. . AOSP has taught me a lot about development and coding in general. Sadly outdated blobs are a usually a by-product of using pre-builts from manufacturers that don't update as often. Pixel would be way to go if that's a concern. I honestly just think a lot of the security is abused to suit their needs. I am just trying to turn it around to work for me where it can.

If you repo sync you should run the vendor files script as there's a couple of new files added. The Muppets github has been updated with them as well. If you don't your build will fail at first power on.

A quick question, forgive me if this is obvious: am I correct in assuming that one the above has been completed and the device is using a locally-built copy of Lineage OS, that I cannot take advantage of OTA updates? I just want to know what I'm getting in to before wiping my phone multiple times.
Thanks in advance, this thread is massively helpful.

nictabor said:
A quick question, forgive me if this is obvious: am I correct in assuming that one the above has been completed and the device is using a locally-built copy of Lineage OS, that I cannot take advantage of OTA updates? I just want to know what I'm getting in to before wiping my phone multiple times.
Thanks in advance, this thread is massively helpful.
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Correct, though if you setup your own update server you can still use the inbuilt updater app if you want.

I just happened across this thread searching for a proper way to generate the custom avb key. I thought i had found it at one time on aosp documentation but i lost/forgot where it was.
Anyways, I have a quick q about this. Would I be correct in assuming that if i wanted gapps to be available in my build, I would need to include it during build time and not be able to flash it as per the typical methods?
I am pretty sure I won't be able to but wanted to ask here for you guys' experiences.
Also, @WhitbyGreg you should be able to i believe. just setup the url properly and host it somewhere with direct download links. (This also requires setup of json for the updater to monitor for updates)

klabit87 said:
Would I be correct in assuming that if i wanted gapps to be available in my build, I would need to include it during build time and not be able to flash it as per the typical methods?
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Correct (at least as far as I know), once the bootloader is relocked any modification of the system partition (like adding the play services) would trigger an AVB failure.

Has anyone with a Magisk rooted Pixel 5 ever received an OTA update notification?

Anybody out there who rooted their Pixel 5 with Magisk ever receive an OTA update notification?
I rooted mine during initial setup after I got it and never received a notification for the December 2020 or Jan 2021 update. Checking for an update says there isn't one available.
(The November 2020 update was out when I got the phone and I installed it before rooting)
I also have the Developer setting for "Automatic system updates" turned off and didn't enable MagiskHide or hiding Magisk Manager until a few days ago. But have since unrooted with no luck either.
My "Google Play system update" says "September 1, 2020" and has a red icon and I assume is also out of date.
I asked about this before here but in a different way. Not trying to spam.
See this thread and use it for discussion of more details, causes and solutions.
But you can reply here if you ever received an OTA update notification, or if you are like me and haven't.
The main reason I am asking about this is purely a curiosity on the cause and interest in whether there are other issues that result from the same underlying cause, whatever it is.
Also incremental OTA updates are faster to download/install, can be done without a PC, and nobody consistently publishes their URLs anymore (lots of permutations) so the only practical way to find yours is via the normal process. The OTA images google publishes online are not incremental. They are full. Just like the system images.
Note:
1) I would not intend to try to install the OTA while rooted
2) I know I can download the install the OTA image myself. My main concern is the OTA update check/notification here.

Here's an update:
I got an OTA update notification for the December 2020 Pixel 5 update on 13-January 2021. This is about 7 days after re-rooting and enabling "MagiskHide Props Config" and using it to get SafetyNet to pass and to get my device to be Play Protect certified.
My regular MagiskHide settings have it enabled for:
1) com.android.dynsystem (including every sub-item within it)
2) com.google.android.gms (including every sub-item within it)
3) com.android.vending (including every sub-item within it)
I have no idea if those things are connected or if it's just a coincidence and something else (see here) caused the delay.

I get OTA updates regularly. However, I can't find where the downloads reside. Since these are large files, if I don't delete them, they will grow big time, unless of course, the updater deletes them automatically after installation. My googling tells me they should be under /data/lineageos_updates, but I simply don't see this directory on my phone.

luckysoul777 said:
I get OTA updates regularly. However, I can't find where the downloads reside. Since these are large files, if I don't delete them, they will grow big time, unless of course, the updater deletes them automatically after installation. My googling tells me they should be under /data/lineageos_updates, but I simply don't see this directory on my phone.
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Your Googling is flawed. Are you running LineageOS?
Android OTAs are stored in a temp directory. They aren't going to fill up your storage.

xunholyx said:
Your Googling is flawed. Are you running LineageOS?
Android OTAs are stored in a temp directory. They aren't going to fill up your storage.
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Yes, I'm running LOS. I am also glad to know the OTA downloads don't go under /data/lineageos_updates, though it's mentioned all over the Internet. In fact, I haven't come across anyone else mentioned that the downloads go under a temp directory. If this is indeed the case, great. I am just surprised why no one else has mentioned if you google with keywords, "LineageOS OTA download directory"

General System root + Passed Safety Net Pixel 5a

Hey everyone,
after some trial and error, I was able to pass Safety Net.
I just want to mention what I did in the process to get there. May have been a combination of things or just one...
1. I followed this guide, but make sure you notice that It's for the Pixel 5 not 5a. But the process is similar. This process didn't fix the issue. However, it's also a good how-to on how to root. I did also modify the props to the 3a.
How to Root the Pixel 5 & Still Pass SafetyNet — Full Guide for Beginners & Intermediate Users
The Pixel 5 is a great value proposition in this era of $1,500 phones. With its reasonable price tag, fully open-sourced software, and unlockable bootloader, it's also an ideal phone for rooting.
android.gadgethacks.com
2. When that didn't work, I followed this video, and hid all my banking apps besides the Google Play Services:
3. When that didn't work, I installed these both using Magisk from this post:
Magisk General Support / Discussion
This is the place for general support and discussion regarding "Public Releases", which includes both stable and beta releases. All information, including troubleshoot guides and notes, are in the Announcement Thread
forum.xda-developers.com
4. Cleared my data and cache with Google Play and GPay + any other banking apps.
That worked for me!
EDIT: IF GOOGLE MAPS reports the wrong location, its likely XPrivacy-LUA, Google Services. Uncheck some of them.

Oh man....the only thing holding me back is the safety net thing, and it looks like we have a work around tell someone has an actual method made for this phone. Not sure if I'm ready to actually mess with this yet...but thanks for the post, bro!

anubis2k3 said:
Oh man....the only thing holding me back is the safety net thing, and it looks like we have a work around tell someone has an actual method made for this phone. Not sure if I'm ready to actually mess with this yet...but thanks for the post, bro!
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Didnt think it was that big of a deal to me. But it was fun with a new phone with nothing on it.

This was the Magisk module that worked to pass safety net for me. I didn't need any others.
Releases · kdrag0n/safetynet-fix
Google SafetyNet attestation workarounds for Magisk - kdrag0n/safetynet-fix
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Google Pay "appears" to be working too. Haven't gone out and tried it yet though.

joemommasfat said:
Google Pay "appears" to be working too. Haven't gone out and tried it yet though.
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That's the part that I use the most, and the reason I haven't rooted yet. Please let us know if it works. Much appreciated!

I can confirm that using google pay (newer GPay app) on my rooted 5a works at merchants. I've already used it several times over the last week or so with no problems.

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3. When that didn't work, I installed these both using Magisk from this post:
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Why? Isn't the shim version just for Samsungs? Either way, it's the same mod, just different versions.
Someone who actually knows what they're doing needs to write up a tutorial. Following instructions posted by people who have no idea what they're doing but "it works" for them is dangerous.

borxnx said:
Why? Isn't the shim version just for Samsungs? Either way, it's the same mod, just different versions.
Someone who actually knows what they're doing needs to write up a tutorial. Following instructions posted by people who have no idea what they're doing but "it works" for them is dangerous.
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You're absolutely correct about the dangers in following instructions posted by who knows who. I'll go further and say when it comes to root and associated items stay away from anything posted on a site other than XDA. In many cases even if the instructions were correct at some point in time they may well be outdated now.
I haven't rooted yet for a few reasons yet but will, hopefully sometime very soon. In the meantime I can state the following:
They're is no need to modify props. Modifying props to identify as a different phone would only be required for custom ROMs that don't handle it themselves (or some non-certified Chinese phones, which doesn't apply here). If you're running stock just leave that portion alone. And, if I'm not mistaken (although not 100% certain) I think safetynet-fix takes care of that for you in any case.
You will definitely need kdragOn/safetynet-fix.
Hopefully that's all you need.
I'm not sure which version of Magisk you'll need. Unless you know what you're doing and how to get out of trouble I recommend staying away from the current alphas, they're extremely cutting edge and you can expect problems.
Best best is to check the following threads and see what's going on:
Actually see this post and the 2 posts immediately following
Magisk General Support / Discussion
This is the place for general support and discussion regarding "Public Releases", which includes both stable and beta releases. All information, including troubleshoot guides and notes, are in the Announcement Thread
forum.xda-developers.com
That should pretty much cover things for the moment. If nobody else (@hfam ?) has done it by the time I get around to rooting I'll write something up specific for the 5a.

I only mentioned what works for me since there was no step-by-step guide.
Dangerous how? Doing any mods to your phone is "dangerous". I fail to see how this is more so than others. Modifying your phone is risky.
If it didn't work I wouldn't have posted this guide. I only mentioned the steps that I took. It's not really a guide, just how I passed safety net.
But, my 5a has still been working great since then. GPay included.

jcmm11 said:
You're absolutely correct about the dangers in following instructions posted by who knows who. I'll go further and say when it comes to root and associated items stay away from anything posted on a site other than XDA. In many cases even if the instructions were correct at some point in time they may well be outdated now.
I haven't rooted yet for a few reasons yet but will, hopefully sometime very soon. In the meantime I can state the following:
They're is no need to modify props. Modifying props to identify as a different phone would only be required for custom ROMs that don't handle it themselves (or some non-certified Chinese phones, which doesn't apply here). If you're running stock just leave that portion alone. And, if I'm not mistaken (although not 100% certain) I think safetynet-fix takes care of that for you in any case.
You will definitely need kdragOn/safetynet-fix.
Hopefully that's all you need.
I'm not sure which version of Magisk you'll need. Unless you know what you're doing and how to get out of trouble I recommend staying away from the current alphas, they're extremely cutting edge and you can expect problems.
Best best is to check the following threads and see what's going on:
Actually see this post and the 2 posts immediately following
Magisk General Support / Discussion
This is the place for general support and discussion regarding "Public Releases", which includes both stable and beta releases. All information, including troubleshoot guides and notes, are in the Announcement Thread
forum.xda-developers.com
That should pretty much cover things for the moment. If nobody else (@hfam ?) has done it by the time I get around to rooting I'll write something up specific for the 5a.
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Just a quick note to say I just finished with everything (new Pixel 5a 5G, rooted + Safety net, restored all my apps, etc) and it's a flawless victory, ALL banking apps work great, SafetyNet passes, no hiccups.
I'd be happy to craft up a step by step and post it if there's some interest. It's not often I get to give back to this outstanding community, so it's the least I can do jumping on the opportunity. UFC 266 Main card is just starting, so I'll get started right after the fight and post it here in this thread.
Great to see ya again @jcmm11! Coming back to root a new phone feels like a family reunion, so great to see many of you active folks still here helping out!!
hfam

Alright, as promised, here is my writeup for a step-by-step tutorial for rooting your new Pixel 5a and getting SafetyNet up and going. I know it looks like a book, but I wanted to put it into plain language and attempt to explain the process for everyone, even absolute first timers. I know when I first started I really appreciated when the person helping didn't presume I had any knowledge, so for those that may have some experience, sorry for the wordiness. I'll also include how I apply updates when a new Android security update is pushed out. I understand that there are now elegant ways to accept OTA updates, but that is out of the scope of this tutorial as I have always had issues with OTA, and have to catch up on how that works myself. I can attest to years of using this method though (using a full factory image) to perform the "monthly" security updates, and I have never had anything but full success, so I'll share that here below the rooting tutorial.
*Disclaimer and heads-up* this is for an UNLOCKED PIxel 5a purchased directly from Google Store. At the time of this writing that is the only place I'm aware of which currently offers the PIxel 5a. Once carriers like Verizon, etc, offer this device, there may be some changes to the process, so just know up front this is for the unlocked Pixel 5a*
*WARNING*! When you unlock the bootloader on your phone it WILL WIPE YOUR PHONE and reset it to factory. If you've already used your phone and set it up, you're going to lose that setup. If you can't bear it, then the rest of this isn't for you, as root cannot be achieved without unlocking the bootloader.
First, you'll need a few things
- https://developers.google.com/android/images
and download the latest FACTORY IMAGE for "barbet", which is the Pixel 5a. You want to download the SAME VERSION that is currently installed on your device. At the time of this writing, it's the September release.
From that same page, you will need the ADB+Fastboot platform tools which will allow you to perform the required tasks, download from this link:
- https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools.html
I use Windows 10, and extract this tools download to a folder in the root of C: called "platform-tools". You will then need to add "c:\platform-tools" to your environment path.
On the Pixel 5a, you need to enable developer options. Go into Settings/About Phone/and tap "Build Number" 7 times. This enables developer options and it will let you know when you've unlocked this as you tap 7 times. Once developer options is unlocked, go back to Settings/System/Advanced, and you'll see Developer Options is now available.
Select Developer Options, and enable "USB Debugging" and also enable "OEM Unlocking".
(**NOTE** For now at least, until you decide how you want to proceed with handling updates in future (more on that later), I strongly recommend turning OFF "Automatic System Updates" as well, just a few items below "OEM Unlocking". This prevents any updates happening automatically on a phone reboot. You don't want to wake up and find an OTA update pushed out and removed root, or worse. You can always turn it back on later.)
Plug your phone into a USB port on your PC. Allow the PC to do it's thing. You can open up Computer Management on the PC (right click the windows menu button icon lower left of your toolbar and select "Computer Management". Select "Device Manager" on the left panel. You should see "Android ADB Device" appear at the top of the right pane list of devices. if not, then visit:
Install OEM USB drivers | Android Studio | Android Developers
Discover links to the web sites for several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), where you can download the appropriate USB driver for your device.
developer.android.com
and download the appropriate USB driver for your system and retry the above directions.
First thing we have to do is unlock the bootloader.
On the PC, open a command prompt and change directory to "C:\platform-tools" as discussed above.
Now, type in "adb reboot bootloader". The phone will reboot into bootloader. (you may receive a dialog on the phone which says something to the effect of not recognizing the PC. Go ahead and allow it, check the box to allow it in the future, and proceed.
Phone is now at the bootloader, and shows you some info letting you know it's so, including that the bootloader is locked. Also, look at the Device Manager we opened earlier and confirm that you see Android ADB Device (or similar) which confirms your PC recognizes the phone and setup for ADB commands .
To unlock the bootloader, in the command prompt type:
fastboot flashing unlock
This will unlock the bootloader, you will likely see a warning that it's going to wipe the phone. Proceed and allow the unlock. The phone will then reboot and take you to your wiped phone just as you received it out of the box, except the bootloader is now unlocked and Developer Options are still available. Let the phone continue through it's first-time setup, and leave the phone plugged into the PC. If you unplugged no biggie, but we're going right back to the PC shortly and it will need to be plugged back in before the next step to accept the file we're going to push to it.
Now, you want to open a browser on the phone and go to (at the time of this writing, v23.0 is the current stable Magisk):
Release Magisk v23.0 · topjohnwu/Magisk
This release is focused on fixing regressions and bugs. Note: Magisk v22 is the last major version to support Jellybean and Kitkat. Magisk v23 only supports Android 5.0 and higher. Bug Fixes [App]...
github.com
Scroll down and under "Assets" select that Magisk 23.apk file, download and install it. Open Magisk if it doesn't open on install, and just let it sit, we're coming back to it shortly.
PATCHING THE BOOT.IMG FILE
On the PC, go back to the Factory Image you downloaded, and extract it to a temporary directory. You will see 6 files; a few "flash-all" files, a radio image, a bootloader image, and a ZIP file called "image-barbet-XXXXXXXXXXX.zip (the xxx's are whatever the version number is you've downloaded). Double click that ZIP file and you will see a dozen files. The one we need to root the device is "boot.img".
Copy (don't move!!) this file to c:\platform-tools. Now, go back to your command prompt (still pointing to c:\platform-tools) and type in:
adb push boot.img /sdcard/Download
Now back on the phone, within the Magisk app we left open, at the top where it says Magisk, choose to install. A dialog box will open, select Patch Boot File Image. Point the process to your /sdcard/Download, and select the boot.img file we just pushed there. Now allow it to patch the boot.img and Magisk will show you it's patching it, and in a moment tell you it was successful. Close the Magisk app, open "Files" and direct it to sdcard/Download. Note the name of the patched boot file, which is called "magisk_patched-XXXXX_xxxxx.img (the X's are the Magisk version, and the x's are 5 random chars). Feel free to leave it there as you go back to the PC...
Back on the PC, in the command prompt, now type:
adb pull /sdcard/Download/magisk_patched-XXXXX_xxxxx.img
make certain you get the name exact or it won't go, no worries, just get it correct. The file now resides in the "c:\platform-tools" directory along with the unpatched "boot.img" and your ADB+Fastboot tools.
Just about done rooting, here we go!
Now, in the command prompt type:
adb reboot bootloader
The phone reboots into bootloader. Now type:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched-XXXXX_xxxxx.img (again, use the numbers and letters in YOUR patched file!)
Lastly, type:
fastboot reboot
Your phone reboots, and you should be rooted!! Unplug your phone from the PC, open up Magisk App and confirm, the Magisk entry at the top of the main Magisk App screen should now show you the version you installed, etc!
Time to get your banking apps (and any others that may detect unlocked bootloaders/root/etc) working!
In the Magisk App, on the bottom of the screen is a 4 item menu bar. Select the right-most icon, which is "Modules". At the top of the screen select "sorting order" and sort alphabetically. Scroll down to "riru" and select the module that is JUST "RIRU", (not any of the other "riru _______" modules). Choose to download it, then choose to install it. You'll be prompted to reboot the phone, so reboot the phone.
Next, we're going to install drag0n's Universal SafetyNet fix (at the time of this writing it's currently v 2.1.1) You will need to download this via a browser on your phone, so open a web browser and go to:
GitHub - kdrag0n/safetynet-fix: Google SafetyNet attestation workarounds for Magisk
Google SafetyNet attestation workarounds for Magisk - GitHub - kdrag0n/safetynet-fix: Google SafetyNet attestation workarounds for Magisk
github.com
On the right-hand side, you'll find "Releases", and v2.1.1 is the latest. Select that, then scroll down to "Assets" and download "safetynet-fix-v2.1.1.zip" By default this will download to sdcard/Download.
Go back into the Magisk App, select the "Modules" menu as above, and at the very top select the "Install from Storage" bar. Point to the file we just downloaded and install it (don't extract it, etc, it requires the zip exactly as downloaded and will do it's thing). Again, it will install the module and prompt you to reboot. Reboot.
Almost there!
At this point, if you havent installed your banking apps, do so. DON'T RUN THEM, just install them. I also have a Nintendo Switch Online app which failed because of root, so if you also have or want this app, install it now, again, do NOT run it yet, just install. Same with any other apps you are aware which have root/bootloader unlocked issues, get them installed, but don't run 'em.
Now, we're going to use MagiskHide to hide these apps and complete the process for passing SafetyNet and running apps which may not run due to root.
in the Magisk App, at that 4 item menu bar at the bottom, select the 2nd from left, or "MagiskHide". Select the MagiskHide item and it will open to a scan of all the apps on your system. By default I believe Magisk sets up to hide Google Play Services. You will see it selected, and all the other apps on your system unselected. Select each of the banking apps, the Nintendo Switch Online (if you have it), and any other apps that YOU ARE SURE will complain about unlocked bootloaders and/or root. Any onilne gaming that's popular are good choices, but again, it's easiest to NOT RUN them PRIOR to hiding them via MagiskHide. Pokemon GO comes to mind as one I've seen that needs hiding, etc, so make it easy on yourself and do a little research on any suspect apps prior to running them, then hide them if needed.
Anyhow, select your banking apps to hide them.
Now, we're going to check SafetyNet to make sure youll now pass.
On the Home menu in the Magisk App, select "Check SafetyNet". You will be prompted to download some proprietary SafetyNet shhhhhhhtuff....so let it download. Once done, SafetyNet check will open, and you should show a blue screen which says SUCCESS, and "basicintegrity" and "ctsProfile" will be checkmarked, evalType will show BASIC.
You're good to go, rooted, SafetyNet works perfect, and you can now open your banking apps and should open right up!!
If you find any specific issues about specific apps not working, or detecting root, etc, the best place to get help is in the Magisk General Discussion forum:
Magisk General Support / Discussion
This is the place for general support and discussion regarding "Public Releases", which includes both stable and beta releases. All information, including troubleshoot guides and notes, are in the Announcement Thread
forum.xda-developers.com
I owe those folks eternally for showing me what I know, and always having the answers for any issues I've ever had. Some of the nicest, smartest people Ive had the pleasure of knowing, they're always helpful, and even maintain fantastic sites for FAQ and chock full of great info about every aspect of Magisk.
BONUS ITEM: As I indicated above, I'd share the method I know, trust, and have used many many times, trouble free, to apply a system update to the phone without overwriting anything, and not hitting any issues many encounter using the OTA method (though I understand that's been vastly improved, I haven't educated myself as to that process and will likely continue to use this method).
Security Update (monthlies) Process using Full System Image
As above, download the newest Full Factory Image from the site. Extract this full image to a directory inside C:\platform-tools
In this directory, if you're on Windows, open the "flash-all.bat" file (don't run it, open it with Notepad or something similar, I really like Notepad++ as it's free, has a LOT of great functionality and, like the native Notepad, doesn't do any goofy formatting/fonting/etc when modifying and saving a file.)
In flash-all.bat, look for the "-w" entry in the fastboot command near the end of the file and REMOVE ONLY THE "-w", leaving the line correctly formatted (don't leave an extra space or something goofy), then save the file over the top of the original with the same name. This will remove the overwriting of your data when pushing the image, the "-w" tells the process to overwrite, so we remove it.
Open up a Windows Explorer and go to your c:\platform-tools directory. Delete (or move to another location) any "boot.img" files along with any "magisk_patched-XXXXX_xxxxx.img" files from previous operations. Also note and confirm that you have correctly extracted the latest Full System Image to it's own directory, residing in c:\platform-tools.
Now, connect your phone to the PC. Open your command prompt and point to "C:\platform-tools" again. Type: cd <name of Full system Image directory>
In command prompt, type:
adb reboot bootloader
The phone is now in bootloader. In command prompt, confirm you're pointing to "C:\platform-tools\<Full System Image extract dir>" Type:
flash-all
This will do a full factory image push to your phone, you'll see a couple quick writes and phone reboots, then begins writing the rest of the image to your phone, but since we removed the "-w" from "flash-all.bat", it's NOT overwriting your data, just the necessary system files to update it to the latest version!
Reboot your phone, let it do any optimizing and updating it needs to do, and don't run anything yet, we're not quite done, just let the phone settle in and finish booting and doing it's thing.
Now, go back and perform the steps above listed under "PATCHING THE BOOT.IMG FILE" to patch the newest boot.img from the Full System Image we just updated the phone with (push the boot.img to sdcard/Download, patch with Magisk App, pull magisk_patched-XXXXX_xxxxx.img to your PC, blast it back using fastboot), and you've now rerooted the phone.
Lemme just say again that I know this was a friggin' book, and I tried to make it as clear and plain language as I could to help even a first timer, so my apologies if it seems like an onerous process. It's really not, and once you've done this once or twice, it's a cakewalk and takes about 10 minutes of your time from start to finish to do the whole system update and reroot. Again, the newer methods to take OTA without losing root may be something you'd like to look into, i definitely will, but I'm very confident in sharing this method as I know it works like a champ and is foolproof if you take your time the first few times and make sure you do what's required (remove the "-w" from the flash-all.bat, etc)
Lastly, I've been using this method since the Pixel 2, and just performed it on my new 5a, it worked exactly as it has for years for me on the P2, so you can be confident moving forward that, if you follow instructions and take your time until it's all familiar, you'll be successful in rooting, passing SafetyNet, and applying system updates without screwing up the A/B slots or overwriting your data in the process.
I hope this helps even one person, and since I rarely find myself able to give back to the community in any real meaningful way (many of these folks are WAAAY beyond my modest skills and know so much!!), I hope that this provides some folks with a useful and meaningful tutorial, providing confidence that anyone can root their P5a (or about any Pixel it seems) without being a Magisk/Android prodigy.
@Didgeridoohan, @pndwal, @zgfg, @jcmm11, and so many others over the years have been so helpful, I couldn't have done any of this without their selfless help, so give those folks a big thanks also if this is any help to you.
Best of luck,
hfam

Thanks for the write-up @hfam, it's good to know that some of the steps that i tried aren't really necessary, like using props config or hiding the actual magisk app.
Appreciate you!

nsoult said:
Thanks for the write-up @hfam, it's good to know that some of the steps that i tried aren't really necessary, like using props config or hiding the actual magisk app.
Appreciate you!
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Awww, thanks! Glad to do it and really hope it helps some folks tackle rooting their phones and passing SN!

Rooted with magisk v.23 - flashed zip as a module

So has anyone installed the October update yet?

GrandAdmiral said:
So has anyone installed the October update yet?
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Yep, good to go. I used the same method I shared above.

Is this working with Android 12? Which Magisk version to use?

This method did not work for Android 12. I updated my rooted phone to android 12 OTA. It returned to stock. I followed the method above to patch the factory boot.img file with magisk. After flashing my phone in bootloader with the patched boot.img, my phone will not reboot. says:
failed to load/verify boot images
Any advice? My Magisk is v23. Do I need to use a beta version?

Poking around in this thread, it seems that android 12 root is a much more involved process, requiring factory wipe and additional steps.
[Guide] Flash Magisk on Android 12
Trying to root the Pixel 5 running Android 12 by flashing a magisk-patched boot image results in the phone only booting to fastboot mode ("failed to load/verify boot images") Some users have reported that booting (instead of flashing) the patched...
forum.xda-developers.com

tintn00+xda said:
This method did not work for Android 12. I updated my rooted phone to android 12 OTA. It returned to stock. I followed the method above to patch the factory boot.img file with magisk. After flashing my phone in bootloader with the patched boot.img, my phone will not reboot. says:
failed to load/verify boot images
Any advice? My Magisk is v23. Do I need to use a beta version?
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As you stated, you are correct. You need to perform a full wipe or flash the factory image with a wipe and then root works fine and phone boots. Tried myself and works fine.

[UNOFFICIAL][ROM]BETA LineageOS 18.1 for SM-T710 - June 10, 2023

LineageOS 18.1 UNOFFICIAL for 2015 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T710 ONLY​Model: SM-T710 (wifi) - gts28wifi - 8" screen, Exynos 5433 SoC, no LTE
This is the ONLY model that the ROM will work on.​
There is NO ROM for the T715 or T815 in this thread. Questions about T715 or T815 will be completely IGNORED.
You MUST READ posts 1-4 (about 10 minute read) before deciding to install this rom. If you think this is an unreasonable request, then stop reading now and find another rom. Thank you.
DISCLAIMER
I am not responsible for lost data, identity theft, lost money, security vulnerabilities, bricked devices or any other hardware or software malfunctions that comes as a result of flashing this rom.
All involved in bringing this build to you are working voluntarily on it in very limited spare time, and their other life commitments have much higher priority. Don't expect a prompt, or even any, response to questions and bug reports.
Before attempting to install this ROM
1. Ask yourself: would bricking your device be a disaster for you? If yes, don't try this ROM! It can't be guaranteed stable and reliable enough to depend on for daily use.
2. BACKUP YOUR DATA AND EXISTING ROM. Be prepared for a complete restore if anything goes wrong.
3. RESEARCH adb, fastboot, Odin/heimdall, and TWRP and how to use them, if not already familiar with these.
What works
1. bluetooth
2. wifi
3. brightness
4. external audio
5. GPS
6. audio through headphone jack
7. audio over bluetooth
8. selinux enforcing
9. DRM level 3 (SD definition)
10. deep sleep
What doesn't work
1. fingerprint. As I wrote in post 1891 at
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...t810-t815-t815y.3879302/page-95#post-85533725
I will not spend anymore time looking at fingerprint. If you need fingerpint to work, stay with stock Samsung rom.
2. DRM level 1 (no HD definition). There's more detail in post 1891 above. I will not be trying to achieve level 1 for HD definition. If you need HD definition for your $treaming media, stay with stock Samsung rom.
3. If you charge the device while it's powered off and then want to power it on, you MUST wait at least 30 seconds AFTER disconnecting the charger cable before pressing the power button otherwise you might run into strange boot problems such as the touch screen not working.
4. Possibly other features that I haven't tested or do not use.
Source Code
See FAQ 1 for links in post #2.
Thanks
1. LineageOS team for source code.
2. @retiredtab, @ananjaser1211, @lpedia, @Yogi555 and @CuckooPenguin for spending nearing 1 month fixing the 2 most biggest bugs in 17.1 that plagued users for nearly 10 months: the wifi instability and random reboots. These are discussed in detail at
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...rs-running-any-version-of-android-10.4308193/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...rs-running-any-version-of-android-10.4308203/
3. All past contributors of the exynos5433 code.
4. @rINanDO for his lmkd spam fix in 18.1.
5. beta testers: lpedia, Yogi555 and CuckooPenguin
6. lpedia for building the public T710 monthly roms starting April 2022
7. lpedia for suggestions, proof reading and FAQ table format in post #2.

Frequently Asked Questions. You MUST READ this before posting any questions. Thank you.
QuestionAnswerQ1. Can I build this ROM for myself? Where are the source and kernel source files?A1. Yes, you can. The source files are listed below.
Kernel
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_kernel_samsung_universal5433-selinux
Device Tree
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_device_samsung_gts2-common-selinux
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_device_samsung_gts28wifi
Vendor
https://github.com/retiredtab/proprietary_vendor_samsung-selinux
In addition, there is a repo diff file for device-specific tweaks needed to work and a roomservice.xml (local manifest file) file so you can build this rom yourself. The other patch required for tcp/ip is at https://github.com/DerpFest-11/pack...mmit/22fd53a977eeaf4e36be7bf6358ecf2c2737fa5eQ2. Is this ROM suitable as a daily driver?A2. It might be, depending on your requirements. You would need to try it yourself, with your preferred apps, to see if suits your purposes. I've been using it myself since mid August 2021 with no major issues.Q3. What do I do if my app xyz doesn't work?A3. I can't help diagnose problems with random apps I know nothing about. If the app is critically important to you and it doesn't work on this ROM, go back to a ROM where it did work.Q4. Why is this ROM laggy and/or buggy?A4. The device will be noticeably slower if you're using any Gapps package. Consider going gapps-free. A lot of apps will work without Google's services, or there exist alternatives that will. Check out F-Droid, Aurora Store, NewPipe, etc.Q5. What TWRP should I use?A5. You MUST use my unofficial TWRP 3.5.2_9. Get it from
https://sourceforge.net/projects/retiredtab/files/SM-T710/TWRP/Q6. Why should I use this ROM?A6. You don't have to! If you don't like it, go back to your old ROM.Q7. Will you offer monthly updates with security patches?A7. We plan to do so. lpedia will try to update the ROM with the monthly security patches after LineageOS has released them, free time permitting. Each monthly build will be tested to make sure all the "What's working" functionality listed in post #1 still works, before it's made available (which might in some cases delay the release).Q8. I'm a newbie. Can you provide step by step instructions?A8. We simply don't have the time to do this, but there are lots of tutorials, videos, etc online showing how to flash custom ROMs and how to deal with common problems. Newbie questions are also accepted in the XDA General Questions and Answers forum. Having said that, @pflyaz has kindly make a guide in post #37.Q9. Can I report a bug with respect to the ROM?A9. Yes, but you need to supply the following information. If you don't, I won't look at it.
Provide an adb logcat of the problem, and if possible describe how to reproduce it. Note that I can't help if it involves downloading any app I don't already use that requires payment or creating a userid/password.
To get a logcat, open a terminal window on your PC, connect your device to it via USB, and do this:
Bash:
# clear the logcat first
adb logcat -c
# start logcat trace
adb logcat > problem.txt
# reproduce problem
# wait until problem has occurred,
# then stop trace by hitting ctrl-c then zip the problem.txt file
# before uploading it.
Q10. How long will you build 18.1 for this device?A10. For now, 18.1 will be built for all of 2022. After that, we will make a decision depending on a number of factors.Q11. Do I need to erase everything and format my data before installing this ROM for the first time?A11. Under most circumstances, yes.
If you're coming from stock Samsung Android, or an earlier version of LineageOS, or a different custom ROM, you MUST 'clean flash': boot to TWRP recovery, wipe system, data, dalvik/art cache, and cache partitions, then Format Data, then install this ROM.
If you don't do this you're likely to run into problems, such as getting stuck at the boot animation for more than 5 minutes.
The ONLY exception is that if you are coming from LOS 18.1 with the April 5 2022 security patch or later, you can dirty flash the latest security patch build.Q12. What Gapps should I use?A12. Your choice! There are several well-known Gapps packages, such as NikGapps, BiTGapps, OpenGapps, and MindTheGapps. OpenGapps is being removed as per post #11. Do your own research as to what is the most reliable gapps option for you.
I recommend installing the SMALLEST version of any of these, preferably with just the minimum Google services needed to access the Play Store and run apps that depend on Google services.
You could also consider Google alternatives, such as Aurora Store, which mirrors the Google Play Store apps but doesn't need any Google services itself. Many Play Store apps do not actually depend on Google services.
If you are going to install any Gapps package, follow the installation instructions given for that particular package.Q13. I'm having problems with Gapps. Can you tell me why it's not working?A13. I can't answer any questions about Gapps, because I don't use them. Ask your questions on the XDA thread for the Gapps package you're using.Q14. Why isn't my post answered?A14. There are several possible reasons: the question is answered in the FAQ (in which case it will be ignored completely); or it involves apps or operating systems that I don't use; or it's about Gapps, which I don't use; or I simply have not had time to answer any questions.Q15. What speed up/optimization tips do you suggest?A15. These steps can make a big difference to performance:
Turn off animations. Go to Settings > System > Developer options, scroll down to the Drawing section, and set Window, Transition and Animator scale all to "Animation off".
Don't install Gapps unless you depend on something that only Google is providing. Use Aurora Store to get your preferred Play Store apps - they will all be available on Aurora Store. You can choose to access this anonymously or use a Google account.
Don't run more than two apps at the same time. You can probably listen to music in the background and use a web browser at the same time.
Use a web browser with built-in adblock and privacy features, such as Brave.
Use NewPipe to watch your streaming content. It has built in adblock so you don't have to watch forced ads.
Look for apps that are open source, ad-free and lightweight.
Q16. Does this ROM support Magisk so I can root my device?A16. Magisk works with this ROM as reported by beta testsers, but that could change with any revision and changes by Google. However I don't use it myself and can't help with any related issues. Direct any questions about Magisk to the XDA Magisk forum.Q17. Will this ROM ever become official?A17. Never. Official maintainers have onerous responsibilities, and I know my device trees, code organization and git commits will NOT meet LineageOS standards. I'm not able or willing to take on the responsibilities and commit the extra time to supporting an official build.Q18. What is the difference between this ROM and others?A18. This ROM tries to be pure LineageOS with little or no modification. Other ROMs may come with a different UI, different bundled apps, etc.Q19. Will there be any major 18.1 code modifications in the future?A19. I don't anticipate any major modifications. There may be some slight tweaking to the SEpolicy, small bug fixes and minor code cleanup, but all the hard work - getting the rom up and running, and fixing all the major bugs - has been done. This doesn't mean the code is perfect or well organized, but I won't be making any major changes.Q20. Why did you fork the trees?A20. I wanted my own private branch where I could make changes that would only affect my own personal builds.Q21. Can you build a variant of this device? For example, a LTE or S-pen version?A21. I cannot and will not try to build for a variant device if I don't physically have that device. I have to be able to boot and test it myself, and there's no guarantee that I can get those variant features working. So I will NEVER build T715, T810 and T815.Q22. Can I load this ROM on a variant device like LTE or S-pen version?A22. This ROM is for the device explicitly listed and will only work on that device. Do not try to install it on any other device.
ONLY if you are an advanced user and understand TWRP, adb, odin, heimdall, etc, you could try loading it on a LTE or S-pen variant by modifying the updater-script, but be warned: there are likely to be problems, including a bricked device, bootloops, or the ROM not being able to support the functionality of LTE/S-pen.Q23. Does this ROM have any wifi connection issues?A23. This ROM's wifi has been stable on the specified device ever since lpedia and I determined the root cause of the wifi problems back in July 2021 and re-installed the original S2 network 'blobs' with LOS 17.1.Q24. Is this ROM secure so I can do financial transactions?A24. Although Android monthly security patches do improve general security, this ROM's outdated kernel and old proprietary vendor blobs/drivers will NEVER get updates of any kind, and could have significant security holes.
In addition, although the ROM is SElinux enforcing, there's a good chance that the rules written (about 800+ lines of code) have some errors.
If the device is rooted, this would further weaken the security.
With this information, it's up to you to make an informed decision about whether you trust this ROM to be secure enough for your financial transactions.Q25. Okay, I understand the consequences and willing to take the risks outlined, now where can I find the BETA rom?A25. Downloads are at
https://sourceforge.net/projects/lpedia-sf/files/gts28wifi/

Monthly release notes
June 10, 2023 release notes
1. Incorporates June 5 as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-06
May 8, 2023 release notes
1. Incorporates May 5 as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-05
Apr 18, 2023 release notes
1. Incorporates Apr 5 as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-04
March 19, 2023 release notes
1. Incorporates Feb 5 and Mar 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-02 and https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-03
Jan 8, 2023 release notes
1. Incorporates Jan 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2023-01
Dec 12 release notes
1. Incorporates Dec 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-12
Nov 12 release notes
1. Incorporates Nov 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-11
Oct 9 release notes
1. Incorporates Oct 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-10
Sept 11 release notes
1. Incorporates Sept 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-09
2. Fixes non working touchscreen and hardware buttons when powering up with power cable plugged in and device turned off. However, the recommendation is still to unplug your charger, wait 30 seconds before pressing power button when your device is turned off.
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/7e0657629efedc7f06f6f6fb57199fca0b4e8ea6
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/e17c44d2e282d67b243a1c99ce62127e83052c4f
3. Removed settings menu option for fast charging. S2 tablet devices do not support this.
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/6db8e690141a98e5cf9e6952c3572c127c0cf8ea
Aug 10 release notes
1. Incorporates Aug 5 security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-08
2. Fixes saving of color profile in live display during a reboot/shutdown.
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/01b1ed6ba8c268a19762031415fde1b4e45d4ac3
3. Fixes offline battery charging by writing rules to allow charger to access certain files. This removes the previous workaround. Thanks to @simon-edwards for providing an adb logcat that showed the denials.
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/041ae45960170e68410b059f4f709e9c14b79a99
July 23, 2022
1. Added argosd to improve wifi throughput as per https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/c181aa0c5192e46a5a03d4451e2648481a520c0f
2. Incorporates July 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-07
3. Incorporates a workaround for offline charging.
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/9d019f0a3be789850a9add18d042990631f05b44
Previously, if the device was off and you plugged in a charger, it would show a battery icon and this would display indefinitely giving no sign of charging animation. With this workaround, the battery icon is displayed for a few seconds and then a white circle with a charge symbol inside it is shown to indicate it's charging.
After a few seconds, the screen will go blank and continue charging. The side effect of this workaround is that in order to turn on the device, you first must unplug the charger and then turn on your device. If you try to turn on the device with the charger cable plugged in, it won't turn on.
June 12, 2022
1. Removed vibrator code from gts2-common as wifi only models don't have vibrator motor (only LTE models).
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/e54aee73a98e3cef6e74f96c1815cec9c82ff10d
https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/dd846b06378182398c55b57b2edc2537369bd509
2. Incorporates June 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-06
May 12, 2022
1. Added overlay for led capacitive led buttons as per https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/83551570e4627a0e353e358787f83aa65484b528
2. Incorporates May 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-05
April 11, 2022
1. YOU MUST read posts 1-4 if you haven't already
2. First public BETA release of selinux enforcing T710 build.
3. Incorporates April 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-04
4. BACKUP your data because YOU MUST wipe dalvik/cache, cache, system, data and internal storage partitions in TWRP and FORMAT DATA after as this is the first release of this build. You cannot dirty flash at all. See FAQ.

Reserved.

Initial public build called lineage-18.1-20220411-UNOFFICIAL-gts28wifi.zip. The sha256sum file is provided as well to ensure integrity of download.
lpedia has tested all the functionality as to what works as per post #1 before uploading the build. Having said that, there's still a chance it won't work on your device due to human error, your configuration, your apps, etc. If it won't boot, always start with a complete wipe of everything and format your data. This is known has a clean install. Backup your data before a clean install.
April 11, 2022
1. YOU MUST read posts 1-4 if you haven't already
2. First public BETA release of selinux enforcing T710 build.
3. Incorporates April 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-04
4. BACKUP your data because YOU MUST wipe dalvik/cache, cache, system, data and internal storage partitions in TWRP and FORMAT DATA after as this is the first release of this build. You cannot dirty flash at all. See FAQ Q11.

Congratulations on the awesome release!

New build called lineage-18.1-20220512-UNOFFICIAL-gts28wifi.zip
lpedia has tested all the functionality as to what works as per post #1 before uploading the build. Having said that, there's still a chance it won't work on your device due to human error, your configuration, your apps, etc. If it won't boot, always start with a complete wipe of everything and format your data. This is known has a clean install. Backup your data before a clean install.
May 12, 2022 release notes
1. YOU MUST read posts 1-4 if you haven't already
2. Added overlay for led capacitive led buttons as per https://github.com/retiredtab/andro...mmit/83551570e4627a0e353e358787f83aa65484b528
3. Incorporates May 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:R_asb_2022-05
4. If you are upgrading from the April 11 build, you may dirty flash the May 10 build. If you are NOT coming from the April 11th, 2022 build, you MUST BACKUP your data because YOU MUST wipe dalvik/cache, cache, system, data and internal storage partitions in TWRP and FORMAT DATA. You cannot dirty flash at all. See FAQ Q11.

Hi there, thanks for your ROM. I would like to report a bug with using it.
May 12, 2022 release "lineage-18.1-20220512-UNOFFICIAL-gts28wifi" with "open_gapps-arm-11.0-pico-20220503".
All factory resetted through TWRP, after flashing and booting the device it is stuck on "Just a sec..." when selecting set up offlie. If you try to set it up over wifi it is stuck on "Getting your tablet ready."
I've included my logcat, if you need more info or another reproduction please let me know.
Thanks!
Kim

kimrosebush said:
Hi there, thanks for your ROM. I would like to report a bug with using it.
May 12, 2022 release "lineage-18.1-20220512-UNOFFICIAL-gts28wifi" with "open_gapps-arm-11.0-pico-20220503".
All factory resetted through TWRP, after flashing and booting the device it is stuck on "Just a sec..." when selecting set up offlie. If you try to set it up over wifi it is stuck on "Getting your tablet ready."
I've included my logcat, if you need more info or another reproduction please let me know.
Thanks!
Kim
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Hi, @kimrosebush. Thank you for sending a logcat.
This kind of problem is often because the gapps package isn't quite right for some reason. Google Setup needs the underlying Google Play services to be present and working properly. This line from your logcat suggests they are not:
Code:
05-12 22:29:54.077 4147 4225 W GooglePlayServicesUtil: com.google.android.setupwizard requires Google Play services, but they are missing.
A few questions about the process you followed:
1. What OS was on the T710 before you began? If it was stock Android, was it the latest version available?
2. Did you install the correct version of TWRP (see Q5 in the FAQ)?
3. When you say "All factory resetted through TWRP", what did you actually do?
4. When did you install the gapps package? Just after the ROM, before first boot?
Have you checked whether everything else is working? In particular, is wifi connecting and working properly? [Pressing the Home button should get you out of the stuck Google Setup.]

lpedia said:
Hi, @kimrosebush. Thank you for sending a logcat.
This kind of problem is often because the gapps package isn't quite right for some reason. Google Setup needs the underlying Google Play services to be present and working properly. This line from your logcat suggests they are not:
Code:
05-12 22:29:54.077 4147 4225 W GooglePlayServicesUtil: com.google.android.setupwizard requires Google Play services, but they are missing.
A few questions about the process you followed:
1. What OS was on the T710 before you began? If it was stock Android, was it the latest version available?
2. Did you install the correct version of TWRP (see Q5 in the FAQ)?
3. When you say "All factory resetted through TWRP", what did you actually do?
4. When did you install the gapps package? Just after the ROM, before first boot?
Have you checked whether everything else is working? In particular, is wifi connecting and working properly? [Pressing the Home button should get you out of the stuck Google Setup.]
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Hey @lpedia thanks for the reply.
1. LineageOS 17.1 I believe was the build.
2. Yes I installed the provided version.
3. I formatted all partitions except SD, flashed the images and then formatted the SD to ensure a completely wiped device.
4. Just after the ROM.
I tried a few times further, then I decided to go for the 'full' OpenGApps package; once I used this one and attempted the offline setup again I was able to proceed further in configuring the tablet.
Thanks for the hint in the right direction. Am glad to be on Android 11 now.
Kind Regards,
Kim

I will be removing opengapps from the FAQ because for several months now (starting around Oct 2021), the opengapps project has been releasing UNTESTED builds that results in bootloops or non working gapps services. Despite numerous requests/posts from the community to slow down the releases and actually TEST THEM BEFORE release, the latest May 3, 2022 shows there is still room for improvement.
This thread in the opengapps forum is just the latest example. Details of UNTESTED builds are also in the same megathread below.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...rsions-devices.3098071/page-367#post-86885091
It's also shown up in other roms like
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...7-1-04-30-2022.3937956/page-100#post-86885353
This would be a good time for user to do their own research on which gapps is best for them or use NONE at all. I use Aurora Store myself.
Just a reminder that the builds we release are TESTED and verified to have all the functionality as listed in post #1.

kimrosebush said:
Hey @lpedia thanks for the reply.
1. LineageOS 17.1 I believe was the build.
2. Yes I installed the provided version.
3. I formatted all partitions except SD, flashed the images and then formatted the SD to ensure a completely wiped device.
4. Just after the ROM.
I tried a few times further, then I decided to go for the 'full' OpenGApps package; once I used this one and attempted the offline setup again I was able to proceed further in configuring the tablet.
Thanks for the hint in the right direction. Am glad to be on Android 11 now.
Kind Regards,
Kim
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Good to hear!
Note that you don't have to be quite so brutal about wiping absolutely everything for a 'clean' flash. I manually wipe Dalvik / ART Cache, Cache, and System, and then Format Data. I have never reformatted the SD.
If you have any further trouble, I suggest you try starting again with a clean flash and a different gapps package, or try doing without any gapps, as @retiredtab has recommended in the post above.
In my experience, some gapps packages, or sometimes just a particular version of a gapps package, don't work with some ROMs. I have not tried opengapps, but I can confirm that BiTGApps-arm-11.0.0-R45_signed.zip does work on my T710 with this particular ROM version.
I personally like BiTGapps because it installs only the bare minimum needed (Google services and Play Store; doesn't even automatically run Google Setup) and doesn't have to be installed before first boot. So it's possible to install LOS, boot the system, make sure everything's working, then go back into TWRP and install gapps. If any problems turn up, this approach also makes it easier to tell whether it's something to do with LOS or with gapps.
You could also try running LOS without any gapps, and if you decide you want gapps after all, install BiTGapps without having to clean-flash and start again.

I just installed this rom two days ago. It has been working great. Today, however, I noticed that Trust gave me a message about the build having public keys. Yesterday, I don't recall getting that message. Also, root checker says "root access is not properly installed." The last time I checked, it was not rooted. Finally, my CRAVE (a Canadian streaming service) app won't play videos but gives a "device is rooted" message. Netflix works however.
Would you have any idea what is going on or how I should deal with this?
Thanks,
MC

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Today, however, I noticed that Trust gave me a message about the build having public keys. Yesterday, I don't recall getting that message.
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On April 6, @lpedia and I had a PM discussion about signing builds.
lpedia wrote
Code:
"About signing builds ... an issue with just using the default test-keys signature is that someone can easily create
their own builds and pass them off as someone else's, possibly adding malicious or just plain bad code, and their
package would look just like the original."
I replied
Code:
"For our purposes, maybe we should just include the sha256sum and recommend that the users verify
them to ensure the file downloaded correctly and it wasn't modified?"
To get stop seeing that trust message, goto settings, privacy, trust, turn off build signature.
Dr_MC said:
Also, root checker says "root access is not properly installed." The last time I checked, it was not rooted. Finally, my CRAVE (a Canadian streaming service) app won't play videos but gives a "device is rooted" message. Netflix works however.
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I can't see the Crave app in Aurora Store. I use the app devcheck to check for root access and the screenshot clearly shows it's not rooted.
There's nothing in my code to enable root. In fact, I don't even want root on my devices.
For Crave, you can try using Magisk and it's hide root function to see if that will fool Crave into thinking the device is not rooted.

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Also, root checker says "root access is not properly installed." The last time I checked, it was not rooted.
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I did installed the above root checker app and got the same message. That is, the T710 rom, by default is NOT rooted. I don't know why Crave would say it's rooted.
I believe root checker's main function is to verify that your rom is "rooted" so when it says "root access is not properly installed.", it's trying to tell you that your attempt to use Magisk or similar type app to root the rom was unsuccessful.
BTW, you are better off using devcheck as it's an excellent ad-free utility that I use on a regular basis to help develop this rom vs the ad-infested root checker app. While devcheck isn't open source, it's written by flar2 who is a xda member here.

Dr_MC said:
Also, root checker says "root access is not properly installed." The last time I checked, it was not rooted.
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Root Checker Basic says "Sorry! Root access is not properly installed on this device" when asked to confirm root status on an unrooted device. So as far as that app's concerned, it just means "I can't confirm it's rooted". Which is to be expected if it isn't rooted and you haven't even tried to root it.
If that isn't the app you're using, see if you can find out what it means to your particular root-checker app.
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Finally, my CRAVE (a Canadian streaming service) app won't play videos but gives a "device is rooted" message. Netflix works however.
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Did the CRAVE app work on this device when it had the stock Samsung ROM? Do you have to register devices to receive this service? If so, might it need to be re-registered? Because its device ID will have changed.

Thanks for suggesting devcheck. It says I'm unrooted. Perhaps Crave noticed the unlocked bootloader or the custom ROM.

It did work with stock. It was registered, twice in fact. I deleted both, registered it again. The ap still says I'm rooted. Oh well, that's ok, I can use crave through a browser.
BTW do you know where I can find the stock keyboard?
Thanks

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BTW do you know where I can find the stock keyboard?
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If you mean the Samsung keyboard - sorry, no, I don't. I switched to a different keyboard years ago. Google's GBoard has similar functionality, I think. MS SwiftKey is OK, too - has the best (most relevant) suggested text of any of the keyboards I've tried.

ROM working fine for me after trial and error with various gapps. FWIW I ran into the "just a sec " with opengapps. I finally had some joy by flashing the rom, but not gapps. Boot the ROM and completely setup it up Lineage. Then I restarted and flashed open gapps. When I rebooted everything came uo fine and has been solid eversince. Kudos your you gentlemen for fixing the Wifi ! Its been nice to have it work stably.