HI all,
Instead of creating new threads ill be maintaining only one from now in which there will be all types of guides , rom review , tweaks which will include video tutorials so it makes easy for understanding and also will be updating on regular basis , if anyone have any request can pm me or comment below.
So lets start:fingers-crossed:
OnePlus 3/3TAndroid 7.1.2 Nougat available via Resurrection Remix 5.8.3
Resurrection Remix comes with a plethora of configurations, tweaking options, and a separate kernel or performance section as well. All these can be found in the Settings app. With these options, you get all the customization you will ever need in your Android system. Moreover, lineage OS is built over AOSP sources. So you get latest April 2017 Security Patch Level from Google as well. We have already seen Lineage OS 14.1 with the latest 7.1.1 Nougat for the two phones.
Instruction:
***IMPORTANT***
BACKUP DATA
1.Download Rom
2.Boot TWRP[To install follow this guide]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QYp5tkBaao
3.Wipe Everything including system
4.Flash RR ROM
5.Flash GAAPS
6.REBOOT
Downloads OP3/3T
https://sourceforge.net/projects/resurrectionremix/files/oneplus-unified-3-3T/
Google APPS:
http://opengapps.org/
Oneplus 3/3T Oxygen os 4.1.3 Installation and Quicklook
DOWNLOADS:
ONEPLUS 3T
FULL ZIP:
http://otafsc.h2os.com/patch/amazon...gen_28_OTA_051_all_1704112011_d6f79637e1c.zip
OTA:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkTbh1PdEeabkd3RWY1b3lsWlE/view
ONEPLUS 3:
FULL ZIP: http://otafsc.h2os.com/patch/amazon...lus3Oxygen_16_OTA_051_all_1704112009_2521.zip
GDRIVE:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9UXi1UID7ZBVEg5dWduTXRaT1E/view
[FREEDOM OS 2.7 AROMA] Oneplus 3/3T Installation and Quick Look
FreedomOS allows you to debloat your ROM smartly.
Everything is customisable, you can install the most minimalistic rom, like a fully modded rom.
So basically, it install the untouched stock rom and install and remove all the functionality you have selected in the aroma.
INSTRUCTIONS:
You need an unlocked bootloader with latest official TWRP.
- Make sure you are using the correct TWRP, read FAQ
- Download and copy the zip file in your OP3
- Reboot to TWRP
- Make a nandroid backup (optionnal)
- Clean flash Wipe data/system/dalvik/cache | Dirty Flash: Wipe System/Cache/Dalvik
- Install > Select FreedomOS zip file
- Enjoy aroma installer
- Done
DOWNLOADS:
http://nevax.one/files/
LAUNCHER:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/oneplu...-0-170324170846-18ea851-android-apk-download/
ONEPLUS 3/3T Revert to Stock/Lock Bootloader/Solve DM Verity
This video will guide you to revert your device to return to stock , lock bootloader and solve dm verity issue.
THIS IS AN UPDATED VERSION ALWYS CHECK DATE OF UPLOAD.
FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD AND RECOVERY FILE:
http://downloads.oneplus.net/
OTHER DOWNLOADS:
https://twrp.me/Devices/
***IMPORTANT***
BACKUP DATA
WILL DELETE INTERNAL MEMORY
METHOD:
1.flash 4.0.2 using adb
2.factory reset n reebot
3.now boot to recovery
and flash stock recovery image using twrp
4.now boot to fastboot again and lock ur device
using fastboot oem lock and reboot
5.enable usb debugging n boot too fastboot
6.use command
fastboot disable_dm_verity
fastboot enable_dm_verity
7.reboot to recovery n update device using
adb to latest firmware
now do factory reset n reebot
ENJOY
Experience ROM v18.0 Lite + Addon Pack OOS 4.1.1 + OB4 Based
EXPERIENCE ROM is based on OOS with Few ADDONS
FEATURES:
stock kernel'permissive
latest su
latest busy box
init.dsupport
latest FIRMWARE+MODEM
2.4ghz wifi improved
Build.prop tweaks
aptx +aptx HD
completly DEBLOATED
Steps :
1.BACKUP DEVICE
2.DOwnload ROm
3.Boot to twrp
4.Do a wipe
5.FLASH ROM + ADDONS
6.Enjoy
Downloads:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=169433
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=169437
XDA:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/on...experience-rom-v18-0-lite-addon-pack-t3585050
Oneplus 3 OXYGEN OS OPEN BETA 13
What's new:
All new launcher, added support for Shortcuts on 7.1.1
Redesigned app drawer
Redesigned UI for launcher settings
Added quick pay option for India
Added status bar icon option to display real time network
speed
Added Notification Denoising
Added Gaming Do Not Disturb mode
Added automatic Night mode
Added Secure Box for file encryption
Optimized touch latency
Optimized camera EIS for videos
Improved contacts management with linking and merge functions
Hydrogen os OPEN BETA 4 Installation/New Features
CHANGELOGS
desktop
The new desktop is quiet
- Optimized fluency and more details
- Redesigned icon package selection
- Desktop settings can be kneaded by two fingers
- Redesigned wallpaper selection and interface
- increase the drawer, since it is pulled out of the drawer
- support 7.1.1 icon shortcut menu, we can long press the icon to see what are supported
- negative a new high German travel card, support the traffic status and the loss of children push. In addition to help you go home quickly, we also hope that the lost children can go home early
PS: Because the desktop layout changes greatly, for stability reasons, can not retain the previous hydrogen desktop wallpaper and icon package set, but the negative screen and the first three screen content will be retained
Set up
Rich features are only for your convenience
- Night mode can be automatically opened according to time, sunrise, sunset and interest
- increase the real-time speed you want, and quickly look at your own traffic and speed
- Added notice of noise reduction function, noise reduction notice will silently stay in the notice center waiting for you
- new quick payment, the use of mobile payment can be faster and more convenient, you can in the "Settings → security and fingerprint" set
- shield button function upgrade to the game do not disturb, no longer disturb your king of the road, you can "Settings → Advanced Settings" to find
system
Never-ending optimization
- Enhance the freeze and chain start logic for background applications
- fast when the animation effect has been updated, and quickly try
- GPS occupancy will inform you who are secretly using your GPS
- Optimize application preloading, greatly improving the application startup speed
- Optimize the battery consumption when watching online video, you can enjoy the film
communication
- SMS notifications can be marked as read
- new contact management, including high-profile regression of the contact merge, you can fancy the contact
Synchronize
- calendar data can be synced to your plus account
File manager
- important documents can be handed over to the safe, let us guard for you
camera
- enhanced camera and camera anti-shake effect, easier to shoot beautiful photos
Downloads:
Additional Files:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bz20G3M22iUAX0ZNMkFCcW02VW8
ROM:
http://download.h2os.com/OnePlus 3T...8_OTA_015_all_1703242206_597649f6f45644cb.zip
[FIX] DM-VERITY Oneplus 3/3T OXYGEN OS 4.1 (Stable)
this video will help you guys fix dm verity issue on your oneplus 3 and 3t this video is made on oneplus 3t but follow the same guide for oneplus 3,required files have been mention in the description for both the devices:
Downloads:
ONEPLUS 3T
4.0.2 firmware:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzko1towAti5NGVsTUtfd2VUY2M/view
4.1.0 firmware
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzko1towAti5WW1rUThrb3lHUWs/view
ONEPLUS 3:
4.1.0
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzko1towAti5WEtoYXd0NW1qUVk/view
4.0.2
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzko1towAti5eDFmZzZPQVI2OXc/view
1- Download the 4.0.2 firmware and the firmware of your current version:
2- Flash in TWRP the 4.0.2 firmware zip.
3- Reboot to bootloader and connect your phone to the pc.
4- Use this commands:
fastboot oem disable_dm_verity
fastboot oem enable_dm_verity
5- Reboot to recovery
6- Flash in TWRP the firmware of your current OOS version.
INSANE BATTERY LIFE AND PERFORMANCE OP3/3T [Advance kernel tweak]
BACKUP DEVICE
Download:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120711962
How to install:
A flashable zip to be flashed via recovery, which installs scripts of the latest iterations of most profiles (some legacy profiles had to be eliminated for more convenience) and a master script that takes control of all the installed scripts and applies your desired profile at will as soon as you recall it via Terminal Emulator app and get guided by the on-screen instructions.
So to wrap it up:
1- Download the latest AKT_Profile_vX.x.zip file
2- Reboot into TWRP recovery and flash the .zip file
3- After you boot up the phone, leave it to settle for a minute
4- Open up your favorite Terminal Emulator app
5- Grant it superuser permissions by typing in "su" without the quotes
6- After superuser permissions are granted, type in "AKT" without the quotes (yes capitalized)
7- Follow the on-screen instructions and information, don't worry they are very intuitive and easily understandable
8- Profit!
MAIN THREAD:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70352820&postcount=2146
TWRP 3.1 BACKUP AND RESTORE USING ADB
TWRP 3.1.0-0 is out now for all currently supported devices.
What's new in 3.1.0-0:
1.vold decrypt on a few select HTC devices, TWRP will now attempt to use the system partition's vold and vdc binaries and libraries to decrypt the data partition (nkk71 and CaptainThrowback)
2.adb backup to stream a backup directly to or from your PC, see documentation here (bigbiff)
3.tweak MTP startup routines (mdmower)
4.support new Android 7.x xattrs for backup and restore to fix loss of data after a restore (Dees_Troy)
5.support POSIX file capabilities backup and restore to fix VoLTE on HTC devices and possibly other issues (Dees_Troy)
6.better indicate to users that internal storage is not backed up (Dees_Troy)
7.improve automatic determination of TW_THEME (mdmower)
8.minimal getcap and setcap support (_that)
9.try mounting both ext4 and f2fs during decrypt (jcadduono and Dees_Troy)
10.shut off backlight with power key (mdmower)
11.timeout during FDE decrypt (Dees_Troy and nkk71)
12.support for FBE decrypt and backing up and restoring FBE policies (Dees_Troy)
13.boot slot support (Dees_Troy)
14.TWRP app install prompt during reboot (Dees_Troy)
15.support for AB OTA zips (Dees_Troy)
16.support new Android 7.x log command (Dees_Troy)
17.update recovery sources to AOSP 7.1 (Dees_Troy)
18.numerous bugfixes and improvements by too many people to mention
Download:
https://twrp.me/
or use TWRP from play store
Backup & restore commands:
1.adb backup --twrp
2.adb restore (name of the backup file)
OXYGEN OS 4.1.0 STABLE OP3/3T
This is an update of stable oxygen os 4.1 based on 7.1.1
Here are some highlights:
Upgraded Android 7.1.1
Updated Google security patch to 1st March 2017
Added expanded screenshots
Improved picture taking of moving objects with blur reduction
Improved video stability when recording
Improved WiFi connectivity
Improved bluetooth connectivity
General bug fixes
Downloads:
OP3T:
https://mega.nz/#!nhsVyJQR!2kegOJbHAVh-CmcelNkoKicQ_Mq16dcYlbkyUOKOGtw
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0pr-ZA5b-1pYUZoTHZNSi0xYmM/view
OP3:
https://mega.nz/#!CUVmkICS!oOvhFwbF5icXQS60gpZNVqnpWe7UbMX9IttKtLNhwA4
full zip:
http://otafsc.h2os.com/patch/amazon...Oxygen_16_OTA_047_all_1703132116_f7372e67.zip
Wallpaper:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B0WKwv5zi70nNFZhcGVuNVBVTTA
Steps:
download the zip
factory reset
use twrp/official recovery or adb to install
U R DONE
xda:
Direct download link available
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/how-to/one-threadoneplus-3-3t-oxygen-os-4-1-0-t3574019
OFFICIAL AOSPEXTENDED ROM V3.2
***IMPORTANT***
BACKUPDEVICE
DOWNLOADS:
1.Rom:
http://downloads.aospextended.com/
2.GOOGLE PACKAGE:
http://opengapps.org/
STEPS:
1.Boot to recovery
2.wipe
3.Flash rom
4.Flash google package
5.Reboot
Source:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/on...evelopment/rom-aospextended-rom-v3-1-t3557363
MIUI 8.0 For ONEPLUS 3T Installation / Root / Google Play store
MIUI ROM for oneplus 3T
***IMPORTANT***
BACKUP DEVICE(internal memory)
PROCESS:
1.BOOT to twrp
2.Wipe everything excluding internal memory
3.Flash Rom
4.flash bloatware_removal_min.zip
5.Reboot
After reboot it will ask for password
6.reboot and do a wipe using twrp
7.Reebot.
GOOGLE APPS:
1.Install via GOOGLE INSTALLER
Downloads:
https://mega.nz/#F!6Q0hgSYC!dbPrEPwO6M_Vxvah0FHH7g
UNBRICK ONEPLUS 3T
Step 1: Download Driver and Unbricktool
1) Driver: https://mega.nz/#!AgohmbqC!h16GeeOnlvubYDyfID3feY-qVJuBZiWVvYsXSAeKIA8
2) Unbricktool(OP3T): https://mega.nz/#!Q1YnTTAT!gnLf6NEkSRy7W-WY8J0H2SmJJLzO91-vReKx7B1VVpI
Step 1: Extract Drivers and Recovery Tool files on Desktop.
Step 2: If you are using Windows other than Windows XP,turn off Driver Signature Enforcement.To do so,follow this guide :
https://www.howtogeek.com/167723/ho...8.1-so-that-you-can-install-unsigned-drivers/
Step 3: Press the power button for 40 seconds to turn off the phone.
Step 4: Press the volume up button for 10 seconds, while connecting the device with the computer.
Step 5: Open your device-manager and make sure in "Unknown devices" is one device with the name "QHUSB_BULK".
Step 6: Right Click on your device in the device manager and select Update Device Software. Choose manually the drivers folder and install the driver.
Step 7: When the device shows as "Qualcomm 9008", go run the MSM Download Tool as administrator.
Step 8: Click start at top left corner and wait for it to finish (green text will come).
Step 9: Disconnect phone from PC and boot into system.
ALWAYS ON DISPLAY ON ANY ANDROID LIKE SAMSUNG S7
Get an always on display for your phone or tablet.
Keep your screen on all the time.
FEATURES:
• Always On Screen
• Notifications - view notifications without touching your device
• New: Now featuring raise to wake!
• Automatic rules - preserve battery using predefined rules
• Auto movement - avoid AMOLED burn-in
• Auto night mode - dim the screen automatically in dark environment
• Pocket mode - lock the device when you leave it in your pocket to save battery
• Custom watch faces - Digital S7 style, Classic 24H, Analog S7 style, Analog Pebble style and more!
• Always On Memo - write a reminder and make it show up on your screen all the time!
• Double tap to wake + Swipe up to wake + Volume keys to wake + Back button to wake
• Force orientation - set your preferred screen orientation
• Customization - change the text color, text size,font, brightness and more
• Can be used as a night clock
• Greenify integration - start Greenify automatically when locking the screen to save battery
• Force doze - activate doze when the screen is in the always on state.
DOWNLOAD:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tomer.alwayson&hl=en
HYDROGEN OS OP3/3T
【Update log】
desktop
· Shot on OnePlus works can be set to wallpaper , you can also try to automatically replace every day.
Cloud sync
· Support for note synchronization, no longer worry about the security of the contents of the note.
Gallery
· Supports collection of pictures by year and month.
· Support the location of the show when shooting, do you remember that time, that land, that person.
· Some sweet moments of photos or atlas can be hidden, the beautiful moment to steal their own (after selecting the upper right corner click "more - hidden").
· Photo details increase the display of geographical location information and color chart, to the photographer for more data reference.
· The newly saved photos or new transmission, first entered the library to increase the "Add photos" shortcut entrance, do not you find that just received photos.
· Fixes low resolution images are not supported Double click to zoom issue.
Picture editor
· Increased color temperature, bright / dark adjustment, processing can be more delicate.
· Increase the level of correction, shoot crooked photos are also powerful back to heaven.
· Graffiti can choose the brush thickness, and quickly for your work poem a song.
· Support to add a custom watermark, beautiful photos of course need to have a special mark.
· Optimize editing long screenshots, the picture shows the size of the screen is always not fit the size of the problem.
【Update Method】
★★★★★ Online Upgrade: OTA Update "Settings - System Update".
Full package download (optional one):
1, hydrogen OS official website download link: http://www.h2os.com/download
2, Baidu cloud download chain: http://pan.baidu.com/s/1eSmSbRW Password: g7nb
Full package upgrade method: the entire package to the root directory, enter the settings - system updates - click the upper right corner of the "Settings icon" - local upgrade - select the entire package you want to update.
GOOGLE PLAY STORE:
Alternative:
http://www.apkmirror.com/
Google installer: ALL FILES
https://mega.nz/#!O8VERTjY!Nm0k2-_O0vpxkkA_aV0rbhlUSQcwIqVy0ASV_Rramc0
https://mega.nz/#!iokXRTwY!63YrfKSg0ULoI53_BClS3PKD-Rn5dyRaR1H50iz2DPE
https://mega.nz/#!K8ljUJpD!oJ7yWj0FUvrfra9U0fTlbh8RSX_Tbvin098f54Nr6Wc
https://mega.nz/#!H4cTyLjQ!Og5EDBjqUbEiHsaCqVjloHS16_s-eo6cplgAblk6Btk
Remove chinese APPS:
https://mega.nz/#!P91nkIxQ!NTdn5zy3q0S5W9dj7yYBuwi7sTmfakO8IAupBT-DGlM
Code:
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* We (The AXES Team) are not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at us for messing up your device, We will laugh at you.
*/
AXES Rom as in: "AlexsaderXxvirusElazarSystem", is a Stock Touchwiz Marshmallow Rom based on the A520FXXU1AQC3 firmware for the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 Smartphone which is compatible with the following Model Numbers:
A520F (Europe, Global Single-SIM)
A520F/DS (Global Dual-SIM)
A520K/L/S (South Korea)
A520W (Canada)
FEATURES:
1- February 2017 Security Patch
2- Pre-rooted
3- Xposed Framework Pre-installed
4- XTouchWiz Xposed Module Pre-installed
5- Busybox Pre-installed
6- Samsung's Good Lock UI applied
7- Galaxy S8 Touchwiz Launcher set as the default launcher
8- Nova Launcher available as well
9- Multiple User Accounts (Main, Guest)
10- Advanced Reboot Menu
11- Pop-up View Gestures
12- Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Apps Edge
13- build.prop Tweaks
14- Viper4Android v2.3.4.0 (Make sure to use the: "Compatible Mode" option in the Viper app since we've inserted another sound mod)
For more info you can check out VIPER'S Audio Website here:
http://vipersaudio.com/blog/?page_id=127
And the Official Xda Thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
15- eXtremeBeats Aural Maximizer 2™ Audio Mod
For more info you can check out the Official Xda Thread of eXtremeBeats here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2634729
16- S Health Available & Working
17- Knox removed
18- Comes in a 1.4 GB of Size Package
CREDITS:
@alexsaderxda ---> He's Rom as base for AXES Rom and he's help in the Development Area
@XxViRUsPRO ---> Lead Developer/Main Developer
@LorDElazAR ---> Ideas for the Rom and the Creator of this Thread along with it's Text
SPECIAL THANKS:
@samsung for their Firmware & Good Lock UI
@SuperR. for he's Linux Kitchen
@JustArchi for he's ArchiKitchen
@rovo89 for Xposed
@wanam for he's XTouchWiz Xposed Module
@Chainfire for Superuser
@viper520 for Viper4Android
@Ben Feutrill for he's eXtremeBeats Audio Mod
VERSION INFO:
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: AXES Rom v1
Stable Release Date: Sat, May 13 2017
Hello A5 2017 Users,
Thank you for taking a look at what modified software (Rom) we have to offer for your device. In return we welcome you into considering joining our Galaxy A5 2017 Whatsapp Group.
If your interested, don't hesitate to check out the Original Xda Thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series-2017/how-to/galaxy-a5-2017-whatsapp-t3561455
Best Regards,
The AXES Team
Don't forget to thank the Lead Developer/Main Developer @XxViRUsPRO in he's post down below for making all of this possible!
Also we'd love to hear from you through your feedbacks and ratings as it is much appreciated and it's what keeps us going into providing new updates and a better overall experience. So be honest above all else.
DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://mega.nz/#!4phlVZyT!oJDhCQyDqldlRSnALTF2itmZ_8p4eUZ_-7wudTUZLI4
Screenshots & Installation Instructions are available in the other posts down below.
Changelog:
[Sat, May 13 2017]: Initial Release
----------------------------
Screenshots:
Requirements for installing AXES Rom:
1- A Human Brain
2- A PC/Laptop running Windows OS
3- Samsung USB-C Cable (USB-C to USB-A) which obviously comes with your phone in it's retail box.
4- Patience & Time at hand
Make sure to backup your files, contacts and so on before attempting to tamper with your device unofficially as the data residing in your phone's storage will be wiped!
Instructions on installing AXES Rom:
1- Go to your devices Settings ---> About device ---> Software info and tap on it's "Build number" several times in a row till a message appears saying that you have unlocked Developers mode.
Go back one step and you'll find a new option defined as: "Developers mode".
Without further ado select Developers mode in Settings and turn on: "OEM unlock".
2- Make sure the above step is fulfilled before you move on to this step. This guide is case sensitive and your device is on the line in case you do not follow the necessary steps provided in the right sequence and way.
Turn Off your phone completely and press and hold it's Power Button along with it's Volume Down Button & Home Button to enter: "Download Mode".
After the Samsung phone name logo, you will see a blue screen with a warning sign.
Proceed by simply pressing the Volume Up button once as seen on the screen.
Now you are in the: "Download Mode" aka: "Odin Mode" for flashing firmware files using the Samsung flashing tool called Odin.
3- In this step we will be attempting to Flash a Custom Recovery entitled: "TWRP" which stands for: "Team Win Recovery Project".
To do so we will need to download the Odin Windows Application as described above in Step 2 for flashing the custom recovery file.
WARNING: Flashing a custom recovery to your device will trip the Knox warranty bit on your phone. Check with your mobile provider to see if they will still cover warranty on Knox bit triggered devices. If you understand this risk, continue on.
Odin v3.12.3 Download Link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711451
You'll find the link in the attachments section below the thread.
TWRP Recovery v3.0.2.0 (ONLY for SM-A520F/DS) Download Link:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120710156
Once you've download both files from the given links above, extract the folder: "Odin3 v3.12.3" from the Odin3 v3.12.3.zip file to your desktop and move the: "A5-SM-A520F-TWRP-3.0.2.0.tar" file to the Odin folder you just extracted.
Run the Odin3 Application within that folder.
Click on the: "Options" Tab after Log and uncheck: "Auto Reboot" and make sure that: "F. Reset Time" is checked.
Go back to the: "Log" Tab and click on the: "AP" button and select the: "A5-SM-A520F-TWRP-3.0.2.0.tar" file you just moved to the Odin folder in your desktop.
In order for Odin to detect that your phone's connected to your PC/Laptop make sure you have the Samsung Usb Driver for Mobile Phones installed onto your PC/Laptop.
If you already have it installed then simply skip obtaining it from the download link below.
Samsung Usb Driver for Mobile Phones Download Link:
https://yadi.sk/d/uubiaKw6j8bug
Afterwards connect your phone to your PC/Laptop using the Samsung USB-C Cable.
Once Odin displays that your device is connected, hit the: "Start" button below and wait for the file to be done flashing. You will notice above a green progress bar filling up towards the end and also your phone's screen will display a white progress bar to go along with it.
4- Odin will display a green: "Done" box above when it's done flashing TWRP Recovery.
Afterwards we will reboot our phone normally by simply pressing and holding the Volume Up Button and Power Button for a few seconds (around 10 sec.) and then we instantly press and hold the Volume Up Button along with the Power Button and Home Button before we see the Samsung Galaxy A5 Bootlogo in order to successfully boot to TWRP Recovery.
5- You will reach a TWRP Recovery screen asking you if you want to allow system modifications. Swipe right and enable modifications and select: "Don't show this again".
6- For the Internal Storage or Data to work in TWRP Recovery we will have to go to: "Wipe" then "Format Data" (not advanced wipe) and type: "yes".
Go to: "Reboot" and select: "Recovery".
7- Your phone will reboot to TWRP Recovery once again.
If you have the Rom zip file available in your External SD Card then skip Part 1 of this step and move on to Part 2.
Part 1: While running TWRP Recovery on your device, connect your phone to your PC/Laptop using the usb cable and copy the Rom zip file to your phone's Internal Storage.
Part 2: Finally go to: "Install", select storage and select: "Internal" or "External storage" wherever you copied and stored the AXES Rom zip file.
Locate the Rom in either storages, select it and swipe to the right to flash it.
Wait for the Rom to be flashed entirely and then select the reboot option.
Rebooting to the system will require about 5 minutes so be patient and don't forget to report back to us with your experience!
Does this rom flash thru odin or???
No You Can Flash It Only Via Custom Recovery Like TWRP and CWM
in testing.
thanks for the rom.
Is it safe to flash this rom to a SM-A520F??? not duos
Kargi said:
Is it safe to flash this rom to a SM-A520F??? not duos
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This ROM Is For SM-A520F/DS
LorDElazAR said:
Screenshots:
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Whats up with this UI?
argoitiaangeel said:
Whats up with this UI?
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This Is Samsung Good Lock UI and This Can Be Modified By User So He Can Change Colors,Clock And Lock Screen Effects
Guys Any One Need Help Or Have Any Question PM Private Or PM On WhatsApp (+96176406231) And Dont Forget Give Me And LorDEazAR Thanks If You Like This ROM
NO OS INSTALLED .. after flashing through TWRP ..
XxViRUsPRO said:
Guys Any One Need Help Or Have Any Question PM Private Or PM On WhatsApp (+96176406231) And Dont Forget Give Me And LorDEazAR Thanks If You Like This ROM
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can u make a video how to flash this rom successfully. tnk u /
Nougat Comming.... All Test :good:
For Now! For More Helping [Press Thanks Buttom & Go Try My ROM]
xAce4 said:
can u make a video how to flash this rom successfully. tnk u /
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Hello xAce4!
Make sure to follow the Instructions in the posts above you for Installing the Rom successfully.
Samsung theme work on this rom?
mcvisster said:
Samsung theme work on this rom?
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Yes it's available.
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Latest Version v5.4 [15/06/2023]ROM Maintainer: Andrei @starbucks2010
ROM Info:
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Supported devices:[SM-G991B], [SM-G996B], [SM-G998B]
ROM Base:G998BXXU8EWF1 (Android 13 OneUI 5.1) June 2023 Patch Level
ROM Features:
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Spoiler: View ROM features
Kernel:
Stock Samsung Kernel
CSC features:
Call Recording
Camera shutter sound menu
Real time network speed in statusbar
AppLock Enabled
ROM Disarm:
Knox partially removed
Light ROM debloat
Disabled Encryption
Disabled stock recovery-from-boot
Modded Settings/Services
Screenshots in secure apps allowed
Phone status: Official
Software Info ROM Details
BAck2Kill mod
Fixes:
Galaxy watch pairing
Bluetooth pairing after reboot
SafetyNet Patch (must enable Magisk hide and install kdrag0n's SN magisk module)
Secure Folder
Other Tweaks/Mods:
Warning boot screen removed, 2 custom boot animation
Automatic EFS backup
Various build prop tweaks
Pre-rooted with latest Magisk canary
Frame buffer increase to help gaming
Not working
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Knox related apps: Samsung Pay, Samsung AutoFill
For Safetynet use latest kdrag0n magisk module - link
Changelog
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v5.4
- Rebased to latest firmware EWF1 OneUI 5.1 **You must be on EWF1 firmware to flash the BR5.4 zip**
- Stock SHealth fix (tbc)
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PREVIOUS VERSION
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v5.3
- Rebased to latest firmware EWE1 OneUI 5.1 **You must be on EWE1 firmware to flash the BR5.3 zip**
Credits
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- Mr. Waehere for the extraordinary CRB kitchen
- afaneh92 for S21 TWRP
- John Wu for Magisk
- LeeXDA18 for help with some fixes and Object remover port from S23
- The elite team of ROM testers
- Nguyen for back2kkill mod
- dutchman89 for Beyond Boot Logo
If you like my work, consider buying me a coffee (PayPal link)
Download Links
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CURRENT VERSION
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SM-G99xB ROM Link [EWF1] [BR5.4]
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TWRP LINK
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S21 TWRP [XDA]
S21+ TWRP [XDA]
S21U TWRP [XDA]
Installation:
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Coming from full stock
Spoiler: How to go from Stock to BeyondROM
**Note: These steps will trip Knox and possibly void warranty on your phone**
**Note: Following these steps you will lose data on your phone, so back-up before continuing**
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER:
Enable Developer Options: Settings > About Phone > Software Information > Keep clicking 'Build Number'
Enable OEM Unlock: Settings > Developer Options > Click 'OEM Unlock' to enable it
Turn of phone
Hold Volume Up + Volume Down, plug in USB cable (PC to Phone)
Your now in download mode (Blue Screen)
Press and hold Volume up (bootloader unlock screen)
Pres Volume up to confirm
**Warning** This will now wipe your phone and restart and couple of times but this is normal
When the phone is booted, skip the initial setup, you don't need to sign in to anything.
Enable developer options again, go to developer options
OEM Unlock should be enabled and now greyed out
Congrats you've unlocked your bootloader
FLASH TWRP + PATCHED VBMETA:
Boot phone into download mode (from power off Volume Up + Volume Down and plugin USB cable)
Press Volume up to continue
Load up ODIN
Go to options and turn off auto reboot
Select USERDATA slot and select the TWRP+Patched VBMETA file (Device Specific)
Click Start
Odin should complete with a PASS
Now Keep USB cable plugged in, hold Volume Down and Power, as soon as the screen goes black hold Volume Up and Power
You should now be in TWRP
IN TWRP:
Do a full wipe (wipe > Format Data > type 'yes'
Reboot phone back to recovery (Reboot > Recovery)
Download ROM and copy either to the phone (PC to Phone) or to a USB OTG device (sorry no SD cards for S21 devices)
FLASH ROM:
In TWRP click 'Install'
If using OTG click 'select storage', select 'USB OTG'
Browse to the location of the ROM zip on the USB device, Select and wipe to confirm.
Follow on screen options
When flash is complete, click 'save logs' (in case you have any flashing issues)
Click finish
Reboot to System
After flash and setup download and install Magisk Canary app from Magisk github and install, when you run for the first time the magisk will need to do some setup and will then automatically reboot the phone
after reboot you're all set, congratulations
Coming from another custom ROM
Spoiler: How to move from another Custom ROM to BeyondROM
CLEAN FLASH (recommended)
Load into TWRP
Do a full wipe
Reboot back into TWRP
Flash Beyond ROM
DIRTY FLASH (warning)
Dirty flash may or may not work, we cannot guarantee that flashing a ROM over the top of another ROM will not give you any issues so it is therefore not our recommended choice, but obviously it's your device so feel free to do so but please do not ask for help with problems if this causes you issues.
Updating BeyondROM to latest version
Spoiler: How to update BeyondROM to latest version
This is obviously very dependent on which version you are running, I.E if your version 3.x jumping to 5.x, then there is a very high change that you will need to upgrade your phone to the latest FW before flashing latest BeyondROM.
Please take note of the changelog as it will say if you need to be on a certain FW version to flash this BR version or if dirty flash from previous version is ok (highly unlikely)
Where dirty flash is not possible and you do need to upgrade your FW to flash the latest these are the recommended steps.
It is assumed that you are already on BeyondROM.
Download the latest/required version of the firmware (Samfirm/Frija etc...)
Unzip the ROM
Rename the files and remove the .md5 from the end of the files
Boot phone into Download mode
Load up Odin, turn off auto-reboot
Insert the relevant files into their slots (BL = BL, AP=AP, CP=CP, CSC=HOME_CSC) **It's important to use HOME_CSC to keep your data intact**
In the USERDATA slot insert your TWRP+Patched VBMETA tar file (Device Specific)
Start Flash
When complete keep USB plugged in, hold Volume Down + Power, as soon as the screen goes black hold Volume Up + Power to enter TWRP
When in TWRP, flash latest BeyondROM (select Dirty flash option)
When complete, save logs, reboot to system
Enjoy!
Useful Links
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BeyondROM S21 Group [Telegram]
BeyondROM S21 Group [Discord]
S21 TWRP [XDA]
S21+ TWRP [XDA]
S21U TWRP [XDA]
Installation:
Coming from full stock
Spoiler: How to go from Stock to BeyondROM
**Note: These steps will trip Knox and possibly void warranty on your phone**
**Note: Following these steps you will lose data on your phone, so back-up before continuing**
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER:
Enable Developer Options: Settings > About Phone > Software Information > Keep clicking 'Build Number'
Enable OEM Unlock: settings > Developer Options > Click 'OEM Unlock' to enable it
Turn of phone
Hold Volume Up + Volume Down, plug in USB cable (PC to Phone)
Your now in download mode (Blue Screen)
Press and hold Volume up (bootloader unlock screen)
Pres Volume up to confirm
**Warning** This will now wipe your phone and restart and couple of times but this is normal
When the phone is booted, skip the initial setup, you don't need to sign in to anything.
Enable developer options again, go to developer options
OEM Unlock should be enabled and now greyed out
Congrats you've unlocked your bootloader
FLASH TWRP + PATCHED VBMETA:
Boot phone into download mode (from power off Volume Up + Volume Down and plugin USB cable)
Press Volume up to continue
Load up ODIN
Go to options and turn off auto reboot
Select USERDATA slot and select the TWRP+Patched VBMETA file (Device Specific)
Click Start
Odin should complete with a PASS
Now Keep USB cable plugged in, hold Volume Down and Power, as soon as the screen goes black hold Volume Up and Power
You should now be in TWRP
IN TWRP:
Do a full wipe (wipe > Format Data > type 'yes'
Reboot phone back to recovery (Reboot > Recovery)
Download ROM and copy either to the phone (PC to Phone) or to a USB OTG device (sorry no SD cards for S21 devices)
FLASH ROM:
In TWRP click 'Install'
If using OTG click 'select storage', select 'USB OTG'
Browse to the location of the ROM zip on the USB device, Select and wipe to confirm.
Follow on screen options
When flash is complete, click 'save logs' (in case you have any flashing issues)
Click finish
Reboot to System
After flash and setup, download and install Magisk Canary app from Magisk github; when you run for the first time the magisk will need to do some setup and will then automatically reboot the phone
after reboot you're all set, congratulations
Coming from another custom ROM
Spoiler: How to move from another Custom ROM to BeyondROM
CLEAN FLASH (recommended)
Load into TWRP
Do a full wipe
Reboot back into TWRP
Flash Beyond ROM
DIRTY FLASH (warning)
Dirty flash may or may not work, we cannot guarantee that flashing a ROM over the top of another rom will not give you any issues so it is therefore not our recommended choice, but obviously it's your device so feel free to do so if you like but please do not ask for help with problems if this causes you issues.
Updating BeyondROM to latest version
Spoiler: How to update BeyondROM to latest version
This is obviously very dependant on which version you are running, I.E if your version 1.0 jumping to 3.0, then there is a very high change that you will need to upgrade your phone FW to latest before flashing latest version of BeyondROM
Please take note of the changelog as i will note if you need to be on a certain version to flash this version or if dirty flash from previous version is ok
Where dirty flash is not possible and you do need to upgrade your FW to flash the latest these are the recommended steps.
It is assumed that you are already on BeyondROM.
Download the latest/required version of the firmware (Samfirm/Frija etc...)
Unzip the ROM
Rename the files and remove the .md5 from the end of the files
Boot phone into Download mode
Load up Odin, turn off auto-reboot
Insert the relevant files into their slots (BL = BL, AP=AP, CP=CP, CSC=HOME_CSC) **It's important to use HOME_CSC to keep your data intact**
In the USERDATA slot insert your TWRP+PatchedVBMETA tar file (Device Specific)
Start Flash
When complete keep USB plugged in, hold Volume Down + Power, as soon as the screen goes black hold Volume Up + Power to enter TWRP
When in TWRP, flash latest BeyondROM (select Dirty flash option)
When complete, save logs, reboot to system
Enjoy!
Andrei
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Good to know. I will try this rom as soon as I buy the S21U
Nice! Pleasant to see the s21 Ultra exynos development is picking up more and more!!!
Hi thanks for the awesome ROM!! I loved beyond ROM on s10 plus!
nice, the secure flag disabled in screenshots. my favorite rom. thanks.
very nice rom. thanks
Wow nice features thanks hows battery life
Hello ZonalRipper
If I may some suggestions for next update:
-Long press back or recent buttons options like kill app
-Additional system fonts
Great to see roms emerging for S21. Wondering if Beyond will be supporting S21+ G996B?
CarbonX73 said:
Great to see roms emerging for S21. Wondering if Beyond will be supporting S21+ G996B?
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You have just to test mate and you will see
There is a good chance that it works because this rom already supports s21 ultra and s21 models.
And Beyondrom on s20 models supported all 3 models.
Thank you to the original dev for his work !
You should create a new topic for your rom on S21 & (maybe S21+ ?) xda section too.
Chcolat-tiède said:
You have just to test mate and you will see
There is a good chance that it works because this rom already supports s21 ultra and s21 models.
And Beyondrom on s20 models supported all 3 models.
Thank you to the original dev for his work !
You should create a new topic for your rom on S21 & (maybe S21+ ?) xda section too.
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ok thanks for the info
Hybrid Modpack for S20 & S21 Exynos Series with BeyondRom 14.09.2021
Current Version: 1.6
Supported Devices: SM-G991B, SM-G996B, SM-G998B
Supported BeyondROM Version: 1.7
Supported Firmware Version: XXS3AUHD
Instructions:
Backup your System with TWRP. I'm not responsible for any damage.
Flash the Modpack via TWRP
Make sure you have selected the correct variant.
If you use Xposed and xposed modules, it might create some issues with the SystemUI Mods inside of the modpack. Be warned.
Please save the Aroma Log at the end of the Modpack installation. It might help for troubleshooting.
Let me know if something is abnormal or not working.
Spoiler: Content
Debloat:- Debloat Google, Samsung and Misc Apps
Fixes:
Samsung Dex Fix
Mods:- Audio:
Viper4Android
Stock
- SystemUI:
All SystemUi Mods incl. 3Minit Battery
DisabledWarnings+MultiTile
DisabledWarnings+MultiTile+CircularBattery
Stock
- Fonts:
Modded Samsung Sans
Google Product Sans
Stock
- Streaming:
Streaming Mod for Amazone Prime and Netflix SD
Stock
- Multimedia:
Youtube Vanced
Stock
- CSC_Change: You can change the CSC if you want to
CSCFeatures:
Override Data Icon
Enable Wifi Advanced Menu
Disable AntiMalware
Set Color of Days to XXXXXBR
Enable Shutter Sound Menu in Camera
Enable Camera during Calls
Enable SMS Notification Popup in Camera
Provider for unknown Number
Enable LTEOnly in Network Menu
Enable Realtime Networkspeed
Quicksetting Toggles
Enable Callrecording
Enable Protection for Recent Apps
Disable Knoxguard
Enable eSIM Support
Enable Applock
Enable Data Usage on Quickpanel
Spoiler: Additional Notes
For Viper4Android how will need to activate Legacy Mode in it
Streaming Fix doesnt activate Netflix HD on rooted devices
Some CSCFeatures aren't working anymore on Android 11
If you want to download additional Battery Icon then look here:
Here
Thanks for @gharrington for this
Spoiler: Credits
@starbucks2010
@ZonalRipper
@ianmacd
@gharrington
@afaneh92
@exocetdj
@zidane02 for some help
@Grouxho
S20 & S21 Testing Crew
Spoiler: Changelog
1.0: Initial Version
1.1: Added Support for SM-G996B
Some Script corrections
1.2: Removed BT and Safetynet Fix, not needed
Added Samsung Free to Debloat / Bloat List
Viper4Android works now with stock kernel too
1.3: Removed Option to Restore Bloatware (no one is using this)
Added 2 more Mods:
1. Disabled low Battery Warning
2. Possible to use camera flashlight on low battery level
1.4: Updated S21 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 1.3 based on XXU3AUF2 Firmware
Updated S20 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 3.4 based on XXS8DUE4 Firmware
Added MultiTile Mod
Updated Samsung Dex Fix
1.5: Updated S20 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 3.5 based on XXU8DUF9 Firmware
Updated S21 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 1.5 based on XXU3AUG4 Firmware
Removed 3Minit Clock
1.6: Updated S20 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 3.7 based on XXU9DUH5 Firmware
Updated S21 SystemUI Mods to BeyondROM 1.7 based on XXS3AUHD Firmware
Added Circular Battery
Added SystemUI-Mods + Stock for each variant of S20 & S21 series
Possible to Reinstall AR Apps
Spoiler: Download Links
GDrive
MEGA
MediaFire
Have Fun!
CarbonX73 said:
Great to see roms emerging for S21. Wondering if Beyond will be supporting S21+ G996B?
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S21+ [G996B] is currently in testing
vegetaleb said:
Hello ZonalRipper
If I may some suggestions for next update:
-Long press back or recent buttons options like kill app
-Additional system fonts
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The BACK button to kill app in it self if almost enough reason to switch to this ROM!!!!
And that MODPACK in the above post is also quite attractive!!
Can anyone give feedback for this rom? I want to try but hesitant for having to set up everything all over again.
vibrantliker said:
Can anyone give feedback for this rom? I want to try but hesitant for having to set up everything all over again.
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Are you currently on KETAN?
babyboy3265 said:
Are you currently on KETAN?
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no, stock
ZonalRipper said:
S21+ [G996B] is currently in testing
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Welcome to REDMI S2/Y2 Ultimate Collection!
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Template for the index by Retrial
OFFICIAL STOCK MIUI ROM
You can check my Guides for installation.
Recovery ROM V12.0.2.0.PEFMIXM
Fastboot ROM V12.0.2.0.PEFMIXM
FIRMWARES
Redmi S2/Y2 Firmwares
Redmi S2/Y2 Vendors
CUSTOM ROMS
You can check my Guides for installation.
Based on Stock MIUI ROM
Xiaomi.eu V11.0.1.0.PEFCNXM
Most of this Custom ROMS listed are UNOFFICIAL and with a great probability that will never get updated.
Android 12/12L
Lineage OS 19.1 (unofficial)
PixelPlusUI
LineageOS 19.1 (unofficial)
Project Elixir
AOSP 12
ArrowOS (Unofficial)
CorvusOS vS3.0 (Unofficial)
Android 11
Pixel Experience
LineageOS
crDroid Android
EvolutionX
Palladium OS
Descendant XI
Pixel Extended
Pixel Blaster
StagOS
DerpFest
RevengeOS
Superior OS
Pixel Plus UI
Styx OS
CipherOS
DotOS
KangOS
Octavi-OS
Project LegionOS
Android 10
Pixel Experience
LineageOS
HavocOS
FreakyOS
PixysOS
AncientOS
RevengeOS
ShapeShiftOS
MSM-Xtended
CUSTOM KERNELS
Linux Kernel 4.9 Source
StormBreaker EAS Kernel
Fox Kernel Project
Qwerty Kernel (Discontinued)
Revvz Kernel
CUSTOM RECOVERY
You can check my Guides for installation.
TWRP Recovery
PitchBlack Recovery
OrangeFox Recovery
Sky Hawk Recovery Project
GAPPS
Note: be sure you have selected Platform: ARM64 and the proper Android version of the ROM you are going to flash. If the ROM you want to flash include GApps, no need to download and flash any GApps at all.
Most of the GApps have also a config. file which can be used to to configure your installation the way you like. You can skip any Package that you don't want to be part of your installation. For more infos about that, read the instructions of the GApps you chose or search in Google.
NikGApps[Create your own NikGApps build -> Video Guide]
Open GApps
MindTheGapps
FlameGApps
BiTGApps
MAGISK ROOT SOLUTION
You can check my Guides for installation.
Magisk (APK)
Magisk.zip (Flashable Zip)
Uninstall.zip (Flashable Zip)
Magisk Canary (APK)
Disable Force Encryption (DFE) & Encryption
You can check my Guides to find for what is used for.
Disable Force Encryption (No Magisk Included)
Disable Force Encryption (With Magisk Included)
Encrypt Data
GOOGLE CAMERA PORTS & UNIVERSAL STOCK CAMERA UNINSTALLER & ANXCAMERA
Only works if you're installed a 64-bit Android
san1ty
Parrot043
BSG (Private Version) [XML Configs] [Video Review]
BSG (Public Version) [[/B]Video Stabilization Settings]
ANXCamera(Magisk Module - No Addon needed)
Universal Stock Camera Uninstaller(Flash it in Recovery)
Note: If you updated GcamGo from the Play Store, you will need to flash this file and manually uninstall GcamGo from the app info.
GOOGLE PLAY SYSTEM UPDATE 🛡
You can manually update Google Play System by downloading and installing Main components.
USEFUL APPS
Check the Privacy & Security section in my Guides
If for some reason you can't find/install an app on Google Play Store due country restrictions or anything, you can sideload the app from APKMirror.
Adaway: Open Source ad blocker for Android using the hosts file.[/B]
Aegis Authenticator: Aegis Authenticator is a free, secure and open source app for Android to manage your 2-step verification tokens for your online services.[/B]
BetterBatteryStats: With BetterBatteryStats you can analyse the behavior of your phone and find applications causing the phone to drain battery while it is supposed to be asleep.
Brave Browser: Open Source Privacy Browser with built-in adblock.[/B]
Bromite: Bromite is a open source Chromium fork with ad blocking and enhanced privacy.[/B]
Cryptomator: Cryptomator encrypts your data quickly and easily. Afterwards you upload them protected to your favorite cloud service.
Device Info HW: A hardware and software information app for Android devices.
FairEmail: Fully featured, open source, privacy oriented email app.[/B]
Franco Kernel Manager: Complete toolbox for all devices with a rich feature set aimed for ease of use to supercharge your kernel.[/B]
KeepassDX: KeePassDX is a free open source password manager for Android, which helps you to manage your passwords in a secure way.[/B]
MiXplorer: Fully-featured File Manager.[/B]
NetGuard: NetGuard provides simple and advanced ways to block access to the internet - no root required. Applications and addresses can individually be allowed or denied access to your Wi-Fi and/or mobile connection.
NewPipe: Open Source Youtube alternative platform without ads.[/B]
Nova Launcher 7: Nova Launcher replaces your home screen, providing you with powerful features that you will soon realize you can't live without.
Shade Launcher: Make your phone feel like home. Free, open source, no ads.[/B]
Signal: Signal is a free and open source software application, allowing users to send end-to-end encrypted group, text, picture, and audio & video messages, and have encrypted phone conversations between Signal users.
Simple Mobile Tools: A group of simple, open source Android apps without ads and unnecessary permissions, with customizable widgets.[/B]
SysLog: Open Source tool for quickly taking and sharing system logs.[/B]
Today Weather: Today Weather is a beautiful & simple-to-use weather app that provides the world's most accurate local weather forecasts.[/B]
Youtube Vanced: Vanced is a well known modded version of YouTube with many features such as adblocking, background playback and many many more.[/B]
XIAOMI TOOLS
Mi Unlock
Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool
Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools
MINIMAL ADB AND FASTBOOT
Minimal ADB and Fastboot
AMD RYZEN FASTBOOT FIX
Check the AMD Ryzen Fastboot Fix Guide for the proper steps.
AMD Ryzen Fastboot Fix (Batch File .bat)
(Scroll Down to check the Guides)
REDMI Y2/S2 Ultimate Guides!
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!DISCLAIMER!
Most people I know (including myself) who used my Guides and steps, did that with success many times. If you don't follow exactly the steps or you do a mistake during the process, I do not take any responsibility for any unexpected results or damage that may happen. However I am here to help if something goes wrong, just ask in the thread.
AMD RYZEN FASTBOOT FIX
Some AMD Ryzen Systems may have problems to recognize your device in fastboot. Try the following ways:
1. Install AMD Ryzen Chipset Drivers.
2. Enable USB Debugging at device (Settings > Additional settings > Developer options > USB Debugging) and give authorization after connecting it to PC.
3. Use USB Hub.
4. Use USB Type-A 2.0.
5. Download this .bat file (unzip it) or manually create a .bat file with these lines below, and run it as an administrator, then reboot:
reg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\usbflags\18D1D00D0100" /v "osvc" /t REG_BINARY /d "0000" /freg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\usbflags\18D1D00D0100" /v "SkipContainerIdQuery" /t REG_BINARY /d "01000000" /freg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\usbflags\18D1D00D0100" /v "SkipBOSDescriptorQuery" /t REG_BINARY /d "01000000" /fCheck the steps an another user did to make it work here.
If this doesn't help, unfortunately you have to use Intel System.
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
Note: Some AMD Ryzen Systems may have problems to recognize your device in fastboot. [Read the AMD Fastboot Fix Guide above]
Please keep in mind by Unlocking Bootloader the device will reset and all your data will be lost. Make a backup of your data first to PC or to USB.
1. Create a Mi account on Xiaomi’s website.
2. Add a phone number to your Mi account.
3. Insert a SIM into your phone (If you haven't added already).
4. Enable developer options in Settings > About Phone by repeatedly tapping (7 times) on MIUI Version.
5. Link the device to your Mi account in Settings > Additional settings > Developer options > Mi Unlock status. Also enable USB Debugging.
6. Download the Mi Unlock app (Windows is required to run the app).
7. Run the Mi Unlock app and follow the instructions provided by the app.
8. Reboot your device into Fastboot mode. For that simply turn off your device, press the Power Button + Volume Down (–) button at the same time. Then connect the device to the Windows PC/laptop via a micro USB cable.
9. After device and Mi account are successfully verified, the Bootloader should be Unlocked and your device will restart by itself.
INSTALL CUSTOM RECOVERY
Fastboot Method (No Custom Recovery currently installed)
Note: Some AMD Ryzen Systems may have problems to recognize your device in fastboot. [Read the AMD Fastboot Fix Guide above]
1. Make sure your Bootloader is Unlocked.
2. Enable developer options in Settings > About Phone by repeatedly tapping (7 times) on MIUI Version.
3. Enable USB Debugging in Settings > Additional settings > Developer options > USB Debugging.
4. Download a custom recovery of your choice. [You can find a recovery of your choice in my Collection]
5. Download the portable Minimal ADB and Fastboot and run adb.exe
6. Reboot to Fastboot mode by pressing Power Button + Volume Down (–) and keep holding both buttons until the word “FASTBOOT” appears on the screen, then release.
7. Once the device is in Fastboot mode, connect your device to PC and verify you can find it by typying in adb: fastboot devices.
8. Flash Recovery by typing in adb: fastboot flash recovery <recovery_filename>.img (The file may not be named identically to what stands in this command, so adjust accordingly).
9. Reboot to Recovery by typing in adb: reboot recovery or manually hold Power Button + Volume Up (+) until you boot to Recovery.
10. Done! You now have a new Custom Recovery installed.
Recovery Method (Custom Recovery already installed)
1. Download a custom recovery of your choice. [You can find a recovery of your choice in my Collection]
2. Reboot to Recovery by holding Power Button + Volume Up (+).
3. Press Install Image.
4. Locate the recovery.img you recently downloaded.
5. Select it and choose the option Recovery and Flash.
6. Go back and Reboot to Recovery.
7. Done! Your new recovery should be installed.
MAGISK ROOT SOLUTION
The easiest way to root your device is via Magisk, it should work in all ROMs, Stock and Customs.
Install Magisk:
1. Install latest TWRP Recovery. [Read the Install Custom Recovery Guide above]2. Download the Magisk [You can find it in my Collection]3. Reboot to TWRP Recovery by pressing Power Button + Volume Up (+) and flash it.4. Reboot and check whether the Magisk app is installed. If it isn’t installed automatically, manually install the APK. [You can find it in my Collection]Note: From Official TWRP Recovery 3.5.1 and onwards (and other recoveries based on that), Magisk.apk can be flashed as apk without the need of rename it to .zip. So you can simply flash the Magisk.apk in TWRP.Manually Creation of Flashable Zip:Download the latest Magisk APK and rename the Magisk.apk → Magisk.zip.
Uninstall Magisk:
Flash the Uninstall.zip in TWRP Recovery and reboot. [You can find it my Collection]
If Magisk App isn’t uninstalled automatically, manually uninstall the app.
Manually creation of Flashable Uninstall Zip:
Download the latest Magisk APK and rename the Magisk.apk → uninstall.zip
Uninstall Magisk directly through the Magisk app. Simply press the Uninstall button.
DISABLE FORCE ENCRYPTION (DFE) & Encryption
[You can find it in my Collection]
Disable Force Encryption
Disable Force Encryption (a.k.a DFE) is flashed during installation of a custom ROM to avoid the system encrypting /data partition when the devices boot for the first time.Some ROMs are not encrypted by default and so is not necessary to flash DFE. However if your ROM comes with encryption by default you can always flash DFE after clean installation of ROM and always after every update or flash or you can use any custom recovery like OrangeFox, Pitchblack, Skyhawk Recovery Project which can automatic flash DFE after every flash.I don't recommended to use DFE if you don't switch ROMs frequently and you are casual user. Beside the fact that if you lose your device your data are not protected, many people get in confusion while doing OTA or manually updates, which if the ROM is encrypted by default and flashed DFE and in next update you forget to flash DFE you will lock out from your data and you wil get into bootloop (use custom recoveries mentioned above to avoid that).
Encryption
Warning - This works only on clean flash:
1. Flash ROM.zip in recovery
2. Mount vendor partition in recovery (for some reason does not mounting with newer TWRP).
3. Flash encrypt.zip.
4. Reboot to system.
Note:
The encrypt zip needs to be flashed after every update.
So flash ROM.zip and follow with encrypt zip.
Encrypted ROMs are recommended if you are stable and casual user of a ROM. Encryption have the benefit to protect your data, in case you lose your device for example. Always use the latest TWRP Recovery so you can be able to decrypt the data by filling the same lock screen password you have set in ROM.Some ROMs are not encrypted by default but devs provide an Encryption.zip (script) which can encrypt the ROM. Same as DFE you need to flash it after clean installation of ROM and always after every update to stay encrypted and not get into bootloop. Unfortunatly there is not any custom recovery automatic doing that like with DFE, so you must be careful, avoid doing OTA updates and flash it every time you manually update a ROM.
BATTERY TIPS
Advanced Guide
Simple Battery & Charging Tips
Improve your SOT
Battery Calibration
Steps:
1. Discharge your phone fully until it turns itself off.
2. Turn it on again and let it turn itself off.
3. Plug your phone into a charger and, without turning it on, let it charge until the on-screen or LED indicator says 100 percent.
4. Turn your phone on. It's likely that the battery indicator won't say 100 percent, so plug the charger back in (leave your phone on) and continue charging until it says 100 percent on-screen as well.
5. Unplug your phone and restart it. If it doesn't say 100 percent, plug the charger back in until it says 100 percent on screen.
6. Repeat this cycle until it says 100 percent (or as close as you think it's going to get) when you start it up without it being plugged in.
Overheating
Following reasons will lead to device heating issue:
During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data.
Downloading large files.
Using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods such as:
Playing high-quality games for long time.
Recording videos for extended periods.
Streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting.
Using the Screen Mirroring / Smart View feature (connecting mobile to a TV).
While multitasking or when running many apps in the background i.e:
Using Multi window.
Updating or installing apps while recording videos.
Downloading large files during a video call.
Recording videos while using a navigation app.
Large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts.
Exposing device under sunlight when temperature is high around you.
Extensive usage of mobile hotspot and tethering feature.
Using device in areas with weak signals or no reception or in roaming network.
Charging the battery with a damaged / unapproved USB cable.
Device's multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead.
Solution:
Turn off Wi-fi, GPS , bluetooth and other connectivity options when not in use by dragging the notification panel.
Decrease screen brightness.
Close background running applications.
Too many applications installed in device may result in device heating since their corresponding process will keep on running in background. It is advised to uninstall un-necessary apps if not using them.
Avoid using apps like GPS, data dependent apps or graphic intensive games for longer duration since they require more energy to function, causing device to heat.
It is advised not to use device while charging as it may cause the device to over heat.
General:
DO:
Use manual brightness or dim the screen.
Turn off notifications for apps you don't use. Better still, delete/disable the apps entirely if you don't need them.
Enable battery or power saving mode when you want to extend your battery life.
Use the power adapter that came with your phone. Other chargers can charge slowly/faster but they can also damage your phone or battery.
Turn off bluetooth, location tracking, and Wi-Fi (unless you are actively using it)
Turn off print services from bluetooth connection preferences.
Avoid extremes of heat and cold. If your phone gets very hot or cold it can strain the battery and shorten it's lifespan.
DON'T:
Have Bluetooth or Wi-Fi turned on constantly.
Leave apps running in the background. Instead restrict background usage off apps that you don't need running.
Push email means your device is always listening for new email which drains alot of battery.
Drain your phone battery all the way to 0% or charging it all the way to 100%. Keep it between 20% - 90% for longer battery lifespan.
The more advanced the graphics and animations are (games, videos, photos, animations), the harder the processor and graphics chip in your smartphone have to work. More activity means more battery use.
PRIVACY & SECURITY
Some useful links:
All about Privacy & Security at PrivacyTools.
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Check if your email address is in a data breach at Firefox Monitor & at Have I been Pwned
Test your browser to see how well you are protected from tracking and fingerprinting at Cover Your Tracks by EFF.
Ad Block Tester is a free service on the Internet to evaluate content blocking solutions. It is not designed to be a benchmark, but it reveals the level of blocking against a set of hosts that are very popular.
Check on AM I FLoCed? by EFF if your your Chrome browser has been turned into a guinea pig for Federated Learning of Cohorts or FLoC, Google’s latest targeted advertising experiment.
How to block ads on Android.
General:
Always prefer Open Source or well popular Programs, Apps, ROMs, Kernels & Stuff.
Open Source doesn't mean it's 100% safe but it's unlikely to have something suspicious, since you and other users can check the code in GitHub or in any other code hosting platform the "stuff" is hosted.
Prefer ROMs & Kernels with SELinux Enforcing. You can find informations here.
Always download and install Apps, Programs, ROMs & Stuff from official sources and do not use redirection links from different sites. Google is your friend to find the official source of the stuff you want.
Always check the permissions an app requires, before download and install it to your device. If an app ask for permissions which has nothing to do with the app functionality then it's should be reconsider or ask the developer why these permissions needed.
If you want to avoid Google and Play Store (De-Google), you can choose a ROM without GApps preinstalled like LineageOS and use F-Droid client which is an installable catalogue of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) applications for the Android platform. The client makes it easy to browse, install, and keep track of updates on your device. Note that not all apps from Play Store will be available in F-Droid. Only Open Source projects. You can find alternatives though.
Alternative you can use LineageOS for microG or any ROM which support signature spoofing and can support microG.
For Windows use the default Windows Defender & Malwarebytes to scan your files whenever you want (Prefered before open or install them). Also use the addon/extension uBlock Origin in your Browser. These should be enough for normal users.
For Android Do not use any antivirus - antimalware since it's useless, just check what apps and from where you installing.
Always verify the source of addons/extensions in your browser. Avoid installing random and unpopular addons/extensions. Keep it minimal and clean, so browser can be fast and safe, no need bunch of extensions.
If you are using VPN, always check the terms and rules of the provider. Avoid random VPN Services.
Recommended VPN Services.
Using a VPN will not keep your browsing habits anonymous, nor will it add additional security to non-secure (HTTP) traffic.
Recommended is to encrypt your data/files always before uploading them to cloud with tools like Cryptomator.
Always use unique and strong passwords for each of your accounts.
Use awarded open source Password Managers like KeePass or KeePassXC for Desktop and KeePassDX for Android to manage your passwords and have them with you safe, encrypted and secure. Must be noted you can use the same database file between these programs.
Always enable 2 Step Authentication wherever is available for your accounts.
You can use apps like Aegis Authenticator.
Do not open or click on links attached in unknown emails you may get. Always check the adress of the email and verify it's legit from the official source.
Create and use "burned" email for accounts/sites you have concerns but you definitely want to try them. Do not use your personal or business email.
CLEAN INSTALL CUSTOM ROM
You can also do the same steps below to install Stock MIUI Recovery ROM.
1. Backup all your data to PC or to external SDCard. [All your data into Internal Storage will be lost on step 7 while Formating Data or Wiping Internal Storage]
2. Unlock Bootloader. [Read the Unlock Bootloader Guide above]
3. Download: [You can find everything in my Collection]
Custom Recovery of your choice.
Custom ROM of your choice
GApps (be sure you have selected Platform: ARMx64 and the proper Android version of the ROM you are going to flash) if the ROM you are going to flash does not include. [Optional]
Magisk Root Solution [Optional]
Disable Force Encryption [Optional]
4. Move all these files in one folder to your Internal Storage or to External SDCard if you have.
5. Install Custom Recovery. [Read the Install Custom Recovery Guide above]
6. Reboot to Recovery Power Button + Volume Up (+)
7. Installation:
Steps without external SDCard:
Select Wipe > Advanced Wipe
Select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Vendor, Cache and then Swipe to Wipe.
Flash ROM > GApps [Optional] > Magisk [Optional] > DFE [Optional - Not Recommended]
Go back and select Wipe > Format Data > type yes [All your data into Internal Storage will be lost]
Reboot Enjoy!
Steps with external SDCard:
go to Advanced > File Manager > External_SD and delete all folders in ur ext sd card (For example you should delete: Android, .android_secure, LOST.DIR, DCIM, etc) except your personal files/folders and the folder with your custom ROM/Gapps/Magisk/DFE you want to flash.
Each app on your phone with the WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE permission may create files or folders in ur sdcard. Most of these folders have once been created by one of these apps and many of them may be deleted with a few exceptions (e.g. Android, .data, .android_secure, these contain important system or app data like a game's downloaded content):
.android_secure: apps installed and then moved to sdcard
Android: app data/cache
data: app data
.estrongs: ES file manager
LOST.DIR: sort of trash folder (collects recovered files after phone crashes)
DCIM: phone gallery's photos and previews
OTA-update: Over The Air update service
ppy_cross: an unknown third-party app's data.
So I recommend to delete them so you can put your phone/sdcard in a clean state and is guaranteed to be able to re-create these folders.
Select Advanced Wipe
Select Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Data, Internal Storage, Vendor, Cache and then Swipe to Wipe. [All your data into Internal Storage will be lost]
Flash ROM > GApps [Optional] > Magisk [Optional] > DFE [Optional - Not Recommended]
Go back and select Wipe > Format Data > type yes [All your data into Internal Storage will be lost]
Reboot Enjoy!
DIRTY INSTALL YOUR CUSTOM ROM
Note: Before you start flashing, keep in mind the ROM you dirty flashing MUST be the same with the one you have already installed.
1. Make a full nandroid backup, just in case something goes wrong. You can use TWRP to do that. (TWRP > Backup > Select everything) [Optional]
2. Remove all Magisk modules. [Optional]
3. Reboot to TWRP and Wipe Dalvik / ART Cache, System, Vendor, Cache.
4. Flash the ROM > GApps [Optional] > Magisk [Optional] > DFE [Optional - Not Recommended]
5. Reboot and Enjoy!
I've skipped some explanations, because if you are going to dirty flash, you already know for example how to boot to TWRP.
CLEAN INSTALL OFFICIAL STOCK MIUI ROM & RELOCK BOOTLOADER
Note: Some AMD Ryzen Systems may have problems to recognize your device in fastboot. [Read the AMD Fastboot Fix Guide above]
1. Download the official Fastboot ROM and unzip it to your PC. [You can find it in my Collection]
2. Download Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool and run XiaomiMiFlash.exe
3. Turn off you device and then boot in Fastboot mode by pressing Power Button + Volume Down (–) and keep holding both buttons until the word “FASTBOOT” appears on the screen, then release.
4. Connect your device to PC via USB Cable.
5. On the Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool, Click on Select and browse to the folder where you have Unzip the downloaded ROM file then press OK.
6. Click on Refresh button and you will see that your device connected to port com.
7. Select what method you prefer:
Clean All: The process will flash full Fastboot ROM and will wipe everything (include user data) but Bootloader will remain unlocked.
Save User Data: The process will flash Fastboot ROM without wiping user data.
Clean All and Lock: The process will flash full Fastboot ROM and will wipe everything (include user data) but Bootloader will be relocked
8. Now click on the Flash button to begin the flashing progress.
9. Once your ROM is successfully flashed, you’ll see green bar inside XiaomiMiFlashtool.
FIX FOR STUCK ON OREO FIRMWARE (SOFTBRICKED)
FIX (Read Carefully)
New Update: 12/11/2021
Changelog:
Adding the Android 12 roms
Updating links
Minor text fixes
New Update: 23/07/2021
Changelog:
Initial Release
Links to Custom ROM is broken ???
Just before we get started, I would like to say that you will not brick your device if you follow the steps as is without any, and I mean any deviations.
Read what works and what doesn't first!
Okay, enough preface, let's jump right in!
Firstly, pre-requisites(hardware):-
1.A micro SD card
2. A windows PC, windows 7 or later (32 or 64 bit)
3. A USB Type-C cable
4. A galaxy tab A7 running the latest one ui 4.x build
Pre-requisites (software on PC), you'll need:
1.Stock firmware:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download ⭐ Official and fast update ⭐ Max speed and free download ⭐ Best Samsung Galaxy website
samfw.com
Download the latest firmware from here
1.1 After downloading it, extract it on the PC and copy the AP file to your micro SD card, as we need it on the tab later
2. Samsung USB drivers
download them from here and install them on your pc, it'll take a while but it's essential for this process
https://developer.samsung.com/android-usb-driver
2.1 Reboot your PC after installing the drivers
3 Download the twrp.img from below
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...axy-tab-a7-10-4-sm-t500.4358595/post-87038713
(Yes, correct, download the .img as we won't be using Odin to flash custom recovery)
Copy this to your SD card as well
4. Download Canary apk of magisk delta from link below
https://huskydg.github.io/magisk-files/
Copy the apk to your microSD which has the previously extracted AP file
5. Download dynapatch from the file attached below credits to @redymedan for developing this!
Then move it to your micro SD card
6. Download the GSI image of your choice, and (make sure that it doesn't exceed 3.3GB after extraction) extract it from .img.xz format to .img format and then copy it to the micro SD card
(also, if it exceeds 3.3 GB, don't worry,follow the steps in important notes on how to expand your system partition to accommodate larger GSIs...)
7. If your gsi doesn't have gapps or you want to flash a system mod then download a vndklite variant of your gsi, as system is mounted as RW in vndklite gsi, where's system is mounted as read only in normal gsi images
8. Download Odin and extract it
https://samsungodin.com/
9. Download SmartPack kernel manager apk and copy it to the sdcard too
https://github.com/SmartPack/SmartPack-Kernel-Manager/releases
(We will be using this to flash twrp in a later step)
10. Download the brightness and watchdog fix module from below
Copy it to SD card
(Optional) 11. If you don't want your install storage encrypted, download the following two zips and move them to SD card,
[Pie/10/11] [System-as-root] Multidisabler: disables encryption, Vaultkeeper, auto-flash of stock recovery, proca, wsm, cass, etc.
The multi-disabler started life on the Exynos S10 range, the first Samsung devices to launch with Android 9 (Pie). Since then, it has grown to support a great many Samsung devices running either Android 9, 10 or 11, and with either an Exynos or a...
forum.xda-developers.com
https://zackptg5.com/downloads/archive/Disable_Dm-Verity_ForceEncrypt_11.02.2020.zip
Process to flash GSI:
1) Unlock the bootloader
To unlock the bootloader, follow the steps from here...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...4-unlock-bootloader-root-with-magisk.4185993/
2) After that patch the AP image we copied to the micro SD card earlier and then copy the patched ap to the micro sd card and then to the pc. Steps of patching can be found here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...4-unlock-bootloader-root-with-magisk.4185993/
3) After patching the AP image, copy the patched image from downloads folder to your micro sd card
4. After that turn your device off
5. After the device is fully powered off, hold both volume up and volume down buttons simultaneously and connect it to your pc, then click volume up button once during the prompt to enter download mode
6) After entering download mode, select the BL, CP, and CSC (do not choose HOME_CSC!) files from the extracted firmware, after doing that, for AP, select the patched AP file we copied earlier and then click start on Odin.
7. After the flash is successfully finished, reboot your device and set it up, after setup install the magisk Canary apk from the micro SD card
8. After installing the apk, open it, and click 'OK' on additional setup prompt and the device will reboot after a few seconds
9. After the reboot completes, install the smart pack kernel manager apk we put in the SD card earlier, then open it, then, navigate to
Tools>Backup>(swipe to the right where it says "boot partition")> it changes to recovery partition> click on the plus symbol> two options show up, select the flash recovery option> select the twrp image from SD card (file manager opens automatically)> click on "select" and then flash it...
10. Then open magisk delta app, and reboot to recovery
11. After rebooting to recovery, flash dynapatch
12. Then reboot to recovery (very important)
(Optional)12.1 Flash multidisabler we downloaded earlier, along with disable dm Verity to disable FBE on integral storage. Also, if you intend to disable encryption, do flash both the zips not one.
13. Then select install>Micro SD Card>install image> select GSI image you downloaded> select System Image > swipe to flash, then factory reset and wipe data from within twrp (thank you @shorty9210 for the factory reset part!)
14. Here, hectic nature of you must be used...
15. Boot to your GSI, and set it up as fast as possible as a watchdog crash is triggered every 30-50 seconds which causes a reboot
16. Install magisk apk and reboot for additional setup
17. After reboot, open magisk and install the brightness and watchdog fix module
18. Reboot the device after installing module
19. At this point you won't get random reboots
20. Now you can enjoy your GSI...
Now, onto what works and what doesn't...
Working:
Boot
Touchscreen
Sound
WiFi
Bluetooth
Mobile data
Camera
Microphone
Doze
OTG
Power buttons
Volume buttons
Charging
Rotation
Gyroscope
Calling(works with VoIP)
Not working:
VoLTE
In call audio (in case of Sims)
Auto brightness
Offline charging
Untested:
Cast
USB tethering
MTP
Tested roms:
1. Trebledroid GSIs (don't use, as magisk doesn't work and gapps can't be properly installed for some reason)
2. Pixel experience ( magisk works and it's stable after running the watchdog command)
3. Google GSI (vanilla and Gapps, not recommended, due to it being extremely barebones and not having fixes for DT2W, and headsets)
4. Project Elixir (needs watchdog module, but mostly stable)
Now credits!
To team XDA for keeping this forum alive and well,
@phhusson for developing GSI images that actually made this possible
@topjohnwu for creating magisk
@agreenbhm for the TWRP image and for helping me,
@duyfken for correcting the firmware links, and also, for informing me to add the type of GSI for this device!
@shorty9210 for a correction
@huskydg for magisk delta development
And finally all other members of XDA for taking interest in the modding scene,
Thank you!
I'm quite new to the GSIs as a whole, so, I still can't find any workarounds for issues, I can only list them for everyone to know...
Important notes:
1. If your GSI has phh settings, do the following...
1.1 Enable double tap to wake
Settings>Phh Treble settings>Samsung features >Tick "Enable difficult tap to wake"
1.2 For making headphones work,
Settings>Phh Treble settings>Misc features>Tick "Use alternate way to detect headsets"
Also, Enable developer options>Enable "Disable Bluetooth A2DP hardware offload" and restart when prompted
2. If the gsi ROM you're trying to flash doesn't fit on current system partition, then,
*This process will wipe your system partition and will reset your recovery, so, keep the dynapatch zip and gsi image on hand, you will need it!*
Download latest platform tools from AOSP site, link below
https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...xy-tab-a7-10-4-sm-t500.4371123/#post-86050459
a) download the product.img from above link
b)Reboot to recovery from magisk app, then, in twrp, click on 'Reboot' button
c) click 'fastboot'
d) the device will now reboot and then after a few seconds, a twrp ui will appear with the text 'fastboot'
e) connect your device to a pc with the latest version of platform tools and drivers installed
f) run these commands in order
fastboot flash product product.img
fastboot erase system
fastboot resize-logical-partition system 3940000000
fastboot reboot recovery
g) after doing so, again reboot to recovery, flash dynapatch zip first
h) again reboot to recovery and flash your gsi image
i) this time images up to 3.9GB will be flashable
j) no need to format data if you're flashing same rom
And that's it you'll be able to enjoy bigger ROMs on your Galaxy Tab A7!
3. follow steps from here to get 4-speaker audio!
Post in thread '[ROM][SM-T500] Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) - LineageOS 19.1 (and TWRP 3.6.1)'
[ROM][SM-T500] Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) - LineageOS 19.1 (and TWRP 3.6.1)
Hello world, I have successfully built LineageOS 19.1 with Gapps for the SM-T500 (Tab A7 10.4 2020) using Andy Yan's LOS GSIs. Lineage is current as of 3/24/2022. I have also compiled TWRP version 3.6.1, based on Android 11 (previous release...
forum.xda-developers.com
4. Previously, we had to use either some magisk modules or SmartPack kernel manager to enable swap so that the device won't crash under load, but, now, 2GB of swap is allocated by default, which is plenty sufficient for daily usage, so, i recommend you not to use any modules or services that enable swap....
5. If zygisk is enabled after module is installed, some users reported that it breaks brightness fix, to remedy that, try flashing permissiver_v5 from below in twrp
Permissiver_v5.zip | by erfanoabdi for Generic Device/Other
Download GApps, Roms, Kernels, Themes, Firmware, and more. Free file hosting for all Android developers.
androidfilehost.com
6. Also, please do not rely on extra dim if brightness fix module won't work, try above step , i did this previously and the edges of my screen got ruined(ghost imaging) due to the heat...
7. Please refrain from using any modules that spoof the device identity as it causes the phh Treble app to not display "Samsung features" at which point you can't use DT2W, so beware...
8. Recommended settings in magisk delta
a)magisk delta>settings>hide magisk app, you will be prompted to allow magisk delta to install apps, allow it and start the hiding> now, the magisk app will be under an alias you chose
b)magisk delta>settings>Zygisk(enable)
c)magisk delta>settings>Bootloop Protection (enable)
d)magisk delta>settings>Magisk Hide
9. Passing safetynet on Gapps GSIs
a)magisk delta>settings>Configure MagiskHide> now, tap on three dots, elect show system apps>then tick the boxes next to the following apps
Google Play Store, Google Play Services, Google Services Framework
b) Install the magisk module "shamiko" version 0.5.2, as later version causes Google services to crash... Download link below(warning, shamiko 0.6 causes all Google services to crash, also, is no longer working with magisk delta, so, use magiskhide present in the delta version)
https://github.com/LSPosed/LSPosed.github.io/releases/tag/shamiko-120
(Optional) You can also install this module below after installing shamiko for a higher chance to not fair safetynet randomly...
Releases · kdrag0n/safetynet-fix
Google SafetyNet attestation workarounds for Magisk - kdrag0n/safetynet-fix
github.com
c) After installing the module, reboot
d) clear data and cache for Google Play Store, Google Play Services, Google Services Framework
e) at this point you should pass safetynet successfully
10. Just a heads up, be sure to only download GSIs from the list in @phhusson GitHub, i.e, link below,
https://github.com/phhusson/treble_experimentations/wiki/Generic-System-Image-(GSI)-list
And, do not spend money on people that claim to give the "best GSIs" or whatever gibberish they use, only spend money as a donation to a developer, if you really enjoy their work, and would like to support them to keep up thier interest!
I had to mention this to put you on the cautious side of things!
11. Taskbar height is incorrect on some roms, and the magisk module from below link fixes it, credits to @wEER1234 for mentioning this, and to @Coxxs for delaying developing it!
Releases · Coxxs/hide-tablet-taskbar
A Magisk module to hide tablet gesture bar and more [Android 12.1+] - Coxxs/hide-tablet-taskbar
github.com
12. This is for improving the longevity of your device
12.1 To prolong the lifespan of your battery, install the "acc" magisk module, reboof, open a root terminal and run the following commands
acc -s mcc=200
acc -s mcc=3900
The first command limits the charging current to 200 mA and charges the battery at a power of 1.8W which greatly reduces the strain and heat evolved by the battery, and the second command only allows your battery to charge up to 3.9v (52%), as according to battery University, maximum cycles can be achieved by maintaining the voltage battery 3.9 and 3.7
12.2 This is to reduce the Power and heat evolved by the processor
Install smart pack kernel manager, grant root access, go to cpu section, and do the following
Big cpu cores:
Maximum frequency:1056Hz
Minimum frequency:902Hz
Little cpu cores:
Maximum frequency: 1017Hz
Minimum frequency:864Hz
At these frequencies the device stays stable and relatively less hot than at higher clocks...
* This guide is present for legacy reasons, use the guide in the first post *
Just before we get started, I would like to say that you will not brick your device if you follow the steps as is without any, and I mean any deviations.
Read what works and what doesn't first!
Okay, enough preface, let's jump right in!
Firstly, pre-requisites(hardware):-
1.A micro SD card
2. A windows PC, windows 7 or later (32 or 64 bit)
3. A USB Type-C cable
4. A Samsung galaxy tab a7 running Android 11 with January 2022 Security Patch
Pre-requisites (software on the pc), you'll need:-
1.Stock firmware:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download ⭐ Official and fast update ⭐ Max speed and free download ⭐ Best Samsung Galaxy website
samfw.com
from this link, select your respective country and download the firmware with January 2022 security patch level, then download it
1.1 After downloading it, extract it on the PC and copy the AP file to your micro SD card, as we need it on the tab later
2. Samsung USB drivers
download them from here and install them on your pc, it'll take a while but it's essential for this process
Samsung Android USB Driver | Samsung Developers
You need the driver only if you are developing on Windows and want to connect a Samsung Android device to your development environment over USB.
developer.samsung.com
2.1 Reboot your PC after installing the drivers
3. Download TWRP 3.6.1 beta 5 from here
[ROM][SM-T500] Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) - LineageOS 19.1 (and TWRP 3.6.1)
Hello world, I have successfully built LineageOS 19.1 with Gapps for the SM-T500 (Tab A7 10.4 2020) using Andy Yan's LOS GSIs. Lineage is current as of 3/24/2022. I have also compiled TWRP version 3.6.1, based on Android 11 (previous release...
forum.xda-developers.com
this is our custom recovery
4. Download magisk Canary apk from here
GitHub - topjohnwu/Magisk: The Magic Mask for Android
The Magic Mask for Android. Contribute to topjohnwu/Magisk development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com
And copy the apk to your micro SD card
5. Download the SM-T500-GSI-kernel.zip from here
[Guide][SM-T500] Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 - Flash LineageOS or any other GSI rom.
These are instructions to flash LineageOS 18.1 GSI builds on our SM-T500. The same instructions should work for any other GSI rom out there. Some instructions here, like flashing an empty product.img and resizing system partition, are not...
forum.xda-developers.com
And copy this file to your micro SD card
6. Download dynapatch from the file attached below credits to @redymedan for developing this!
Then move it to your micro SD card
7. Download the GSI image of your choice, and (make sure that it doesn't exceed 3.3GB after extraction) extract it from .img.xz format to .img format and then copy it to the micro SD card
7.1 If your gsi doesn't have gapps or you want to flash a system mod (eg. Brightness fix) then download a vndklite variant of your gsi, as system is mounted as RW in vndklite gsi, where's system is mounted as read only in normal gsi images
GSI type should be "arm64_ab" if you want to you can also use vndklite variant!
8. Download Odin and extract it
Samsung Odin - Official Odin Download links
Samsung Odin, Official Odin Download links and flashing guides
samsungodin.com
These are all the pre requisites, and yes, every single one is required.
Process to flash GSI:
1) Unlock the bootloader
To unlock the bootloader, follow the steps from here...
[Guide][SM-T500/T505] Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 - Unlock Bootloader & Root with Magisk
I recently purchased the Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (released in 2020) and couldn't help but notice that there's no dedicated thread in the forums for unlocking the bootloader or rooting (Although, the method should be very similar to what is followed...
forum.xda-developers.com
2) After that patch the AP image we copied to the micro SD card earlier and then copy the patched ap to the micro sd card and then to the pc. Steps of patching can be found here
[Guide][SM-T500/T505] Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 - Unlock Bootloader & Root with Magisk
I recently purchased the Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (released in 2020) and couldn't help but notice that there's no dedicated thread in the forums for unlocking the bootloader or rooting (Although, the method should be very similar to what is followed...
forum.xda-developers.com
3. After patching the AP image, copy the patched image from downloads folder to your micro sd card
4. After that turn your device off
5. After the device is fully powered off, hold both volume up and volume down buttons simultaneously and connect it to your pc, then click volume up button once during the prompt to enter download mode
6) After entering download mode, select the BL, CP, and CSC (do not choose HOME_CSC!) files from the extracted firmware, after doing that, for AP, select the patched AP file we copied earlier and then click start on Odin.
7. After the flash is successfully finished, reboot your device and set it up, after setup install the magisk Canary apk from the micro SD card
8. After installing the apk, open it, and click 'OK' on additional setup prompt and the device will reboot after a few seconds
9. After the device starts up, turn it off again, and put it in download mode by holding both volume buttons simultaneously and then connecting it to your pc
10. After that, uncheck everything in Odin except AP, and select the TWRP file we downloaded as the AP file, and then click start
11. After the flash is complete, turn the device off and then hold power+volume up and then immediately connect it to your pc immediately
12. You will get warning about custom binary, and xyz, but ignore it and press power button once, then you'll enter the TWRP recovery
13. After entering TWRP flash the dynapatch zip file from your micro SD card
14. After flashing it. use the reboot to recovery option
15. After you device booted to recovery again, go to Wipe>Advanced Wipe and then wipe dalvik cache and cache partition
16. After wiping them, go back to the install section, click on install image
17. After that select your GSI .img file you extracted earlier
18. Then it will ask you on which partition it should flash the image onto
19. You have to select 'System Image' partition (if it isn't available, then flash dynapatch again and reboot to recovery, do it as may times until the System Image partition shows up)
20. Then swipe to flash it,
21. After it flashes, go back to install and install the T500 Kernel zip we put in the micro SD card earlier (this is to prevent reboots after a few seconds)
22. And bam, you're done, set the GSI up, and enjoy!
Now, let's get onto what works and what doesn't
What works:- (will add more as I keep testing)
Boot
Touchscreen
SD Card
Cameras
Speaker (follow point 7 in additional notes for 4-speaker audio!)
Headphones (disable A2DP offload in PHH settings first)
Wifi
Bluetooth
Mobile data
Wifi hotspot
Microphone
Power button
Volume Buttons
4G mobile data (go to mobile networks and select preferred network as 4G first)
Auto rotation
Extra dim
SMS
Charging
HW acceleration
MTP
USB Tethering
OTG
Brightness*
( Run these commands in a terminal emulator
su
echo 100 > /sys/class/backlight/panel0-backlight/brightness)(this is not persistent you have to run this everytime you reboot or you can setup a script or something that runs it during boot time itself)
What doesn't work:-
VoLTE
In call audio
Tested roms:
1. Pixel experience
2.ProtonAOSP
3.crDroid
4. Lineage OS
Not tested:-
Cast (i can't test this I don't have anything to cast to)
* Also be sure to read the important notes as it has highlighted some common issues and their workarounds...
Now credits!
To team XDA for keeping this forum alive and well,
@phhusson for developing GSI images that actually made this possible
@topjohnwu for creating magisk
@agreenbhm for the TWRP image and for helping me,
@duyfken for correcting the firmware links, and also, for informing me to add the type of GSI for this device!
And finally all other members of XDA for taking interest in the modding scene,
Thank you!
I'm quite new to the GSIs as a whole, so, I still can't find any workarounds for issues, I can only list them for everyone to know...
Important notes:-
1) if you are stuck in twrp after selecting reboot to system, then go to Advanced>Terminal and type exit_twrp and then reboot to system
2)The brightness patch has not worked for me on any gsi vndklite or normal, so, if it works for you then you are lucky, if not then I have informed you (brightness fix is in the initial post!)
3) I didn't try OTA updates as we used dynapatch and I'm skeptical about OTAs, so, i recommend you to dirty flash any new releases normally from twrp
4) Disable 'A2DP hardware offload' in Phh Settings>Misc settings and check the box next to disable A2DP offload and then do the same in developer settings too
5) Themed icons causes lags and causes some apps to lock the device up, so, proceed with caution
6) If the gsi ROM you're trying to flash doesn't fit on current system partition, then,
*This process will wipe your system partition and will reset your recovery, so, keep the dynapatch zip and gsi image on hand, you will need it!*
a) Download twrp from the link below (as it has fastboot)
[RECOVERY][UNOFFICIAL]TWRP 3.6.0 for 2020 Galaxy Tab A7 10.4[SM-T500]
/* * Disclaimer * * Your warranty is now void. * * We're not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please * do some research if you have any concerns about features...
forum.xda-developers.com
b) Also download the product.img file from the above link
c) Flash this recovery from existing twrp
d) boot to this new twrp
e) here, click on 'Reboot' button
f) click 'fastboot'
g) the device will now reboot and then after a few seconds, a twrp ui will appear with the text 'fastboot'
h) connect your device to a pc with the latest version of platform tools and drivers installed
i) run these commands in order
fastboot flash product product.img
fastboot erase system
fastboot resize-logical-partition system 3940000000
fastboot reboot recovery
j) after doing so, again reboot to recovery, flash dynapatch zip first
k) again reboot to recovery and flash your gsi image
l) this time images up to 3.9GB will be flashable
m) no need to format data if you're flashing same rom
And that's it you'll be able to enjoy bigger ROMs on your Galaxy Tab A7!
Credit goes to @paziusss for this!
7) follow steps from here to get 4-speaker audio!
Post in thread '[ROM][SM-T500] Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) - LineageOS 19.1 (and TWRP 3.6.1)' https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...eos-19-1-and-twrp-3-6-1.4421365/post-86917225
8. To flash gapps you need to have a Vndklite variant of GSI installed, then, grab your favourite set of gapps (Android 12L/12) depending on your rom and flash them from twrp!
9. For more fluid performance, download "Smart Pack Kernel Manager" from fdroid, open it grant root access, then go to the hamburger menu, select Vritual memory, and move the slider to 2048 mb, then, enable apply on boot, and reboot your device!
Well, I'm back everyone, and I'll be updating the post #1 with new instructions with regards to running Android 13 GSIs, and post #2 contains the old guide in case someone needs it!
Wow. Thank u very very much..will prepared guide ...every thing is clear
One thing i might clarify which is found on pazinuss. Guide. Where he put kernell
Q: Which GSI variant should I choose?
A: arm64 ab. Use the vndklite variant if you want to flash gapps or fix the brightness
The brightness fix is there with kernel also .
Thank you .....🖐️🖐️
drsanusi said:
Wow. Thank u very very much..will prepared guide ...every thing is clear
One thing i might clarify which is found on pazinuss. Guide. Where he put kernell
Q: Which GSI variant should I choose?
A: arm64 ab. Use the vndklite variant if you want to flash gapps or fix the brightness
The brightness fix is there with kernel also .
Thank you .....🖐️🖐️
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I didn't mention it, as I found out that extra dim intensity control does the job just fine, but I'll add it in either way, thanks!
Hausemaster said:
I didn't mention it, as I found out that extra dim intensity control does the job just fine, but I'll add it in either way, thanks
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What i mean for who want to flash gapps or root by magisk or flash any file to the rom (vndklite) only support flashing because it is mounted Read and Write but others are Read only .
Thank you
drsanusi said:
What i mean for who want to flash gapps or root by magisk or flash any file to the rom (vndklite) only support flashing because it is mounted Read and Write but others are Read only .
Thank you
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We initially patched AP file initially, so, magisk will be available even after you flash a gsi but yeah you're correct about the gapps part, I forgot about them as I'm using a Pixel experience gsi, I'll add in the part about vndklite, thanks!
Edit: added it!
Again after step 7 when restart ...the message. (only official binary vbmeta allowed). In red .????.
So disturbing .i do googled revise my steps .even on odin this appear.
On thing i noticed. In developer mode .the oem unlock tab not appear at all.. but before was there ....what i miss ?? Any suggestions
drsanusi said:
Again after step 7 when restart ...the message. (only official binary vbmeta allowed). In red .????.
So disturbing .i do googled revise my steps .even on odin this appear.
On thing i noticed. In developer mode .the oem unlock tab not appear at all.. but before was there ....what i miss ?? Any suggestions
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Did you boot to system and verify that bootloader was in fact unlocked, as, vaultkeeper will lock bootloader if you don't boot to system after unlocking...
Edit: if you directly flashed without booting, bootloader will relock and you have to wait for 7 days for OEM unlocking to be available again...
Now. After few days of lineage 19
Works like charm wow ...i am happy how lineage rom evolved over these years .
My main concern is battery life i left the tab for 24hr no any drop at all.before on stock was strange drop .
Other things . brightness fix didnt work .
Now one quistion ..if i want to try another one rom what i do .? From the bigening or what step i start
Thank u in advance
drsanusi said:
Now. After few days of lineage 19
Works like charm wow ...i am happy how lineage rom evolved over these years .
My main concern is battery life i left the tab for 24hr no any drop at all.before on stock was strange drop .
Other things . brightness fix didnt work .
Now one quistion ..if i want to try another one rom what i do .? From the bigening or what step i start
Thank u in advance
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If you want to try another ROM, I suggest you to start from setup 15
drsanusi said:
Now. After few days of lineage 19
Works like charm wow ...i am happy how lineage rom evolved over these years .
My main concern is battery life i left the tab for 24hr no any drop at all.before on stock was strange drop .
Other things . brightness fix didnt work .
Now one quistion ..if i want to try another one rom what i do .? From the bigening or what step i start
Thank u in advance
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Also, the battery drop may be because of GSI roms not setting cpu frequency according to usage, it just locks it at full frequency causing heat and heavy battery drain, try lowering clockspeeds using a kernel manager
edit: I use smart pack kernel manager
drsanusi said:
Now. After few days of lineage 19
Works like charm wow ...i am happy how lineage rom evolved over these years .
My main concern is battery life i left the tab for 24hr no any drop at all.before on stock was strange drop .
Other things . brightness fix didnt work .
Now one quistion ..if i want to try another one rom what i do .? From the bigening or what step i start
Thank u in advance
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I found the actual brightness fix from the thread which we downloaded kernel from, I added the commands in the OP here...
If you're flashing big GSIs and flash fails due to insufficient system space, I've added a way to do so in the important notes...
Hausemaster said:
Just before we get started, I would like to say that you will not brick your device if you follow the steps as is without any, and I mean any deviations.
Read what works and what doesn't first!
Okay, enough preface, let's jump right in!
Firstly, pre-requisites(hardware):-
1.A micro SD card
2. A windows PC, windows 7 or later (32 or 64 bit)
3. A USB Type-C cable
4. A Samsung galaxy tab a7 running Android 11 with January 2022 Security Patch
Pre-requisites (software on the pc), you'll need:-
1.Stock firmware:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (Wi-Fi) Firmware Download SM-T500 Free Download
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (Wi-Fi) Firmware Download SM-T500 Free Download ⭐ Official and fast update ⭐ Max speed and free download ⭐ Best Samsung Galaxy website
samfw.com
from this link, select your respective country and download the firmware with January 2022 security patch level, then download it
1.1 After downloading it, extract it on the PC and copy the AP file to your micro SD card, as we need it on the tab later
2. Samsung USB drivers
download them from here and install them on your pc, it'll take a while but it's essential for this process
https://developer.samsung.com/android-usb-driver
2.1 Reboot your PC after installing the drivers
3. Download TWRP 3.6.1 beta 5 from here
[ROM][SM-T500] Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) - LineageOS 19.1 (and TWRP 3.6.1)
Hello world, I have successfully built LineageOS 19.1 with Gapps for the SM-T500 (Tab A7 10.4 2020) using Andy Yan's LOS GSIs. Lineage is current as of 3/24/2022. I have also compiled TWRP version 3.6.1, based on Android 11 (previous release...
forum.xda-developers.com
this is our custom recovery
4. Download magisk Canary apk from here
https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk
And copy the apk to your micro SD card
5. Download the SM-T500-GSI-kernel.zip from here
[Guide][SM-T500] Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 - Flash LineageOS or any other GSI rom.
These are instructions to flash LineageOS 18.1 GSI builds on our SM-T500. The same instructions should work for any other GSI rom out there. Some instructions here, like flashing an empty product.img and resizing system partition, are not...
forum.xda-developers.com
And copy this file to your micro SD card
6. Download dynapatch from the file attached below credits to @redymedan for developing this!
Then move it to your micro SD card
7. Download the GSI image of your choice, and (make sure that it doesn't exceed 3.3GB after extraction) extract it from .img.xz format to .img format and then copy it to the micro SD card
7.1 If your gsi doesn't have gapps or you want to flash a system mod (eg. Brightness fix) then download a vndklite variant of your gsi, as system is mounted as RW in vndklite gsi, where's system is mounted as read only in normal gsi images
8. Download Odin and extract it
Samsung Odin - Official Odin Download links
Samsung Odin, Official Odin Download links and flashing guides
samsungodin.com
These are all the pre requisites, and yes, every single one is required.
Process to flash GSI:
1) Unlock the bootloader
To unlock the bootloader, follow the steps from here...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...4-unlock-bootloader-root-with-magisk.4185993/
2) After that patch the AP image we copied to the micro SD card earlier and then copy the patched ap to the micro sd card and then to the pc. Steps of patching can be found here
[Guide][SM-T500/T505] Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 - Unlock Bootloader & Root with Magisk
I recently purchased the Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (released in 2020) and couldn't help but notice that there's no dedicated thread in the forums for unlocking the bootloader or rooting (Although, the method should be very similar to what is followed...
forum.xda-developers.com
3. After patching the AP image, copy the patched image from downloads folder to your micro sd card
4. After that turn your device off
5. After the device is fully powered off, hold both volume up and volume down buttons simultaneously and connect it to your pc, then click volume up button once during the prompt to enter download mode
6) After entering download mode, select the BL, CP, and CSC (do not choose HOME_CSC!) files from the extracted firmware, after doing that, for AP, select the patched AP file we copied earlier and then click start on Odin.
7. After the flash is successfully finished, reboot your device and set it up, after setup install the magisk Canary apk from the micro SD card
8. After installing the apk, open it, and click 'OK' on additional setup prompt and the device will reboot after a few seconds
9. After the device starts up, turn it off again, and put it in download mode by holding both volume buttons simultaneously and then connecting it to your pc
10. After that, uncheck everything in Odin except AP, and select the TWRP file we downloaded as the AP file, and then click start
11. After the flash is complete, turn the device off and then hold power+volume up and then immediately connect it to your pc immediately
12. You will get warning about custom binary, and xyz, but ignore it and press power button once, then you'll enter the TWRP recovery
13. After entering TWRP flash the dynapatch zip file from your micro SD card
14. After flashing it. use the reboot to recovery option
15. After you device booted to recovery again, go to Wipe>Advanced Wipe and then wipe dalvik cache and cache partition
16. After wiping them, go back to the install section, click on install image
17. After that select your GSI .img file you extracted earlier
18. Then it will ask you on which partition it should flash the image onto
19. You have to select 'System Image' partition (if it isn't available, then flash dynapatch again and reboot to recovery, do it as may times until the System Image partition shows up)
20. Then swipe to flash it,
21. After it flashes, go back to install and install the T500 Kernel zip we put in the micro SD card earlier (this is to prevent reboots after a few seconds)
22. And bam, you're done, set the GSI up, and enjoy!
Now, let's get onto what works and what doesn't
What works:- (will add more as I keep testing)
Boot
Touchscreen
SD Card
Cameras
Speaker
Headphones (disable A2DP offload in PHH settings first)
Wifi
Bluetooth
Mobile data
Wifi hotspot
Microphone
Power button
Volume Buttons
4G mobile data (go to mobile networks and select preferred network as 4G first)
Auto rotation
Extra dim
SMS
Charging
HW acceleration
MTP
USB Tethering
OTG
Brightness*
( Run these commands in a terminal emulator
su
echo 100 > /sys/class/backlight/panel0-backlight/brightness)(this is not persistent you have to run this everytime you reboot or you can setup a script or something that runs it during boot time itself)
What doesn't work:-
VoLTE
In call audio
Haptic Feedback (vibration)
Not tested:-
Cast (i can't test this I don't have anything to cast to)
* Also be sure to read the important notes as it has highlighted some common issues and their workarounds...
Now credits!
To team XDA for keeping this forum alive and well,
@phhusson for developing GSI images that actually made this possible
@topjohnwu for creating magisk
@agreenbhm for the TWRP image and for helping me,
And finally all other members of XDA for taking interest in the modding scene,
Thank you!
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Also! This tab does not have a Vibration motor so you might wanna remove that from the "What doesn't work:-" List.
wEER1234 said:
Also! This tab does not have a Vibration motor so you might wanna remove that from the "What doesn't work:-" List.
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I didn't know that this didn't have one, thanks for the information, will do the necessary changes now!
This may be a silly question, but why exactly are we using the SM-T500 firmware here and not the SM-T505 firmware?
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download ⭐ Official and fast update ⭐ Max speed and free download ⭐ Best Samsung Galaxy website
samfw.com
duyfken said:
This may be a silly question, but why exactly are we using the SM-T500 firmware here and not the SM-T505 firmware?
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (LTE) Firmware Download SM-T505 Free Download ⭐ Official and fast update ⭐ Max speed and free download ⭐ Best Samsung Galaxy website
samfw.com
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The firmware is of the t505 version, only the kernel, recovery and other stuff is from t500 as they work and are the only resources available for this device...
Edit: The link preview itself mentioned SM-T505, so, yeah...
Hausemaster said:
The firmware is of the t505 version, only the kernel, recovery and other stuff is from t500 as they work and are the only resources available for this device...
Edit: The link preview itself mentioned SM-T505, so, yeah...
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I ask as Post 1 instructions has SM-T500 firmware, hence why I linked the SM-T505 firmware here.
Also for reference for those trying to work out which type of GSI image to get when downloading one (from a stock as a rock SM-T505):
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duyfken said:
I ask as Post 1 instructions has SM-T500 firmware, hence why I linked the SM-T505 firmware here.
Also for reference for those trying to work out which type of GSI image to get when downloading one (from a stock as a rock SM-T505):
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Oh my! Thanks for the sharp observation, I corrected it now in the OP
Edit: I also added the type of GSI that should be used for this device!
Edit 2: I also mentioned you in the credits, as you're the one who caught the errors! And once again, thank you very much for the corrections you saved the day!