Hello
Please help, I'm looking in the topic of the latest bootloader and modem for android 7.0 and so it can be installed via ODIN ..
I found something myself but it does not work and I do not know if it is the latest one, please help.
N920C
What variant do you have? I have the N920i. If I knew how to grab the latest bootloader/modem I'd totally do it for you.
I don't think the bootloader's changed since MM!?
Either way, download a rom from Samdroid. But be warned, to get root - you may need to unlock the bootloader in settings and flash twrp.
I need a file to install in ODIN
Decided to do this write up to hopefully create a one stop shop for all. Thank you MODs for sticky!
DISCLAIMER - Modify your device is at your own risk. Check any command set you use to flash a rom to assure it does NOT have a command to relock the bootloader. DO NOT under any circumstances attempt to re-lock your bootloader!
Enjoy!
1. Who makes the Moto X4?
Manufactured by Motorola which is owned by Lenovo.
2. How many variants/models are there of the Moto X4?
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-01 variant
3 Models: Retail, Android One, Amazon
Canada, USA
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-02 variant
Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, New Zealand
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-04 variant
Latin America
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-05 variant
Europe
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-06 variant
Brazil
Motorola Moto X4 XT1900-07 variant
Italy, Ukraine,
Discussion thread here started by @Jithin91.
3. Is there a difference between the models?
They have the exact same hardware other then certain non-US variants offer dual-sim, 4gb memory, and 64gb storage options. Their firmwares are different slightly. XT1900-01: Retail has more Motorola apps and features like the One-Button Nav exclusively. Android One is more of a pure Android experience and will have the least bloatware but has some Motorola features. Amazon has Alexa and some Motorola features.
4. Can the bootloader be unlocked and how?
The only way to know if your variant can be unlock is via Motorola's website, via their instructions. There is no alternative method. This is the definitive way to find out if yours can be unlock. Typically, users are reporting that the Amazon model cannot be unlocked.
Lenovo themselves has not released factory signed stock images. Once you unlock the bootloader, THERE IS NO RETURN. Orange bootloader msg will appear at boot, even when you perform #9. SafetyNet will pass if not rooting.
5. Can it be rooted, and how? Custom recovery (TWRP)?
Bootloader must be unlocked first.
[GUIDE][Video] How to Root Moto X4 & Install TWRP Recovery by @munchy_cool
SafetyNet passes with latest Magisk
Don't forget to grab latest files from XDA Magisk Thread and TWRP. Have to install apk after flashing.
6. How do I remove the orange unlock bootloader warning at boot?
[GUIDE][Video/Text] How to Remove Unlocked Bootloader Warning on Moto X4 by @munchy_cool
Also, if you flash stock firmware, the msg is there only on Oreo 8.1 and Pie. The msg isn't there if you flash Nougat or Oreo 8.0.
7. Are there any customs ROMs/Kernels yet?
First off, BIG thanks to @erfanoabdi! He didn't even own the device but did the work to make it possible.
[ROM][OFFICIAL]Lineage OS 15.1 by @munchy_cool
[ROM][Unofficial][20180617]CarbonROM | cr-6.1 [payton] by @munchy_cool
[ROM][Unofficial][20180630]Resurrection Remix v6.1 [payton] by @filipepferraz
[KERNEL][FEB 8] RyzenKernel -r3 (stock/oreo) by @kraatus90
[TREBLE][PORT] Android P DP5 for Moto X4 [20180801] by @munchy_cool
Not an all inclusive list, head over to MOTO X4 ROMS, KERNELS, RECOVERIES, & OTHER DEVELOPMENT
8. Is Lineage going to be OFFICIAL?
It is in the works but no timeline so don't ask. One prerequisite for it, is the dev must own the device. That process was started, refer to this thread.
9. How do I go back to stock?
[Guide][Video/Text] How to Flash Official/Factory Firmware (Moto X4) by @munchy_cool
10. Where do I download firmwares?
Beware that Motorola have not officially released signed stock images, can double check here. The urls below are by users.
[url]https://www.motox4custom.com/firmwares[/URL]
[url]https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=229118[/URL]
[url]https://firmware.center/firmware/Mot...tock/XT1900-1/[/URL]
[url]https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/payton/official/[/URL]
Full Firmware 2018 November Android One Oreo 8.1 here by @Comby_sk
Full Firmware 2018 November Android One Pie 9.0 posted here by @Comby_sk
Work in progress... Will edit/update as needed and conveniently able.
11. Can I flash a different stock firmware on my device? ie flash Android One on Retail or another variant
Yes. Non-US variant users have reported successful flashes of US firmwares in this thread. Ensure you have a TWRP backup before performing just in case.
12. I am rooted and now Official OTAs don't install
This is a known issue with no fix. Your only option is to wait for copy of latest firmware to be available and manually flash it without the erase userdata to keep your data (customized script here). Another option is if you are receiving the OTA notification, manually re-flash current firmware build without the erase userdata to keep your data and proceed to accept the OTA (You will have to re-install TWRP/re-root.)
13. What the hect is this A/B partition stuff people keep mentioning?
Great XDA article will best explain it all.
When you boot into TWRP, where it shows that active slot, remember when you do a flash you flash to the other slot. Example: If you're on A, you will flash to slot B and vice versa. Yes you can have stock firmware on one and a custom ROM on another but they share the same data partition. So its not dual boot in the way you're thinking.
14. Best camera to use?
Refer to this XDA Thread by @uccollab and this reddit thread.
15. I'm not on Retail version, how can I enable One Button Nav?
For Oreo - TBD
For Pie - Post by @jhedfors - Need root
*reserved*
I have an XT1900-7 with 3GB RAM / 32GB Storage / Dual Sim, it was sent direct from Motorola/Lenovo as a replacement, anyone know what variant this would be? It came with a two-pin Turbo Power adapter but I am in the UK, they then sent me a UK charger.
Don't have 8.1 yet but have the notification for the OPWS27.2.3, 1 June 2018 OTA update although I can't install it due to an error. I have Magisk installed with unlocked Bootloader etc. Don't have a backed up bootloader from stock unfortunately as it was wiped when I did the whole bootloader/magisk thing.
Would it be safe to flash the 8.1 update from here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746163614322270003
Cheers for the info.
Z3RO2K said:
I have an XT1900-7 with 3GB RAM / 32GB Storage / Dual Sim, it was sent direct from Motorola/Lenovo as a replacement, anyone know what variant this would be? It came with a two-pin Turbo Power adapter but I am in the UK, they then sent me a UK charger.
Don't have 8.1 yet but have the notification for the OPWS27.2.3, 1 June 2018 OTA update although I can't install it due to an error. I have Magisk installed with unlocked Bootloader etc. Don't have a backed up bootloader from stock unfortunately as it was wiped when I did the whole bootloader/magisk thing.
Would it be safe to flash the 8.1 update from here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746163614322270003
Cheers for the info.
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Go to settings, system, regulatory information, what variant does it say?
Is that an OTA or full firmware? Should be safe. For an OTA, it will fail if it can't install.
Neffy27 said:
Go to settings, system, regulatory information, what variant does it say?
Is that an OTA or full firmware? Should be safe. For an OTA, it will fail if it can't install.
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Think it's Europe? Attached screenshot.
No idea what it is, I just got the latest link you posted from that site. It's a generic retail 8.1 update it seems.
Z3RO2K said:
Think it's Europe? Attached screenshot.
No idea what it is, I just got the latest link you posted from that site. It's a generic retail 8.1 update it seems.
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In this thread, various variants have reported successful flashes of US firmwares.
Mods - request sticky
Updated FAQs.
Are there MODs for Moto X4?
Neffy27 said:
Updated FAQs.
Are there MODs for Moto X4?
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report the thread, non urgent and ask for it to be stickied.
Thanks for this thread. I got Moto X4 today, coming from the Nexus 5X....
I have some concerns about OEM unlocking, bootloader as well, damn a/b partitions, variants...
It was way simpler and seemed safer with nexus devices I have.
Is there some kind of emergency recover software for if whatever goes wrong to manage fixing softbricks and returning to safe stock in such cases, like wugsfresh NRT?
Sent from my payton using XDA Labs
jugoslavpetrovic said:
I have some concerns about OEM unlocking, bootloader as well, damn a/b partitions, variants...
It was way simpler and seemed safer with nexus devices I have.
Is there some kind of emergency recover software for if whatever goes wrong to manage fixing softbricks and returning to safe stock in such cases, like wugsfresh NRT?
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There is no 3rd party software available at this time. It is definitely more then just flashing a single Google factory image image via recovery. We're spoiled.
Fixed broken link in #5.
Updated with more current information and links.
Updated Question 12: Install OTA with root workaround.
Updated various verbage.
Still need to add/update links.
Can you please explain what are firmware files as given in second post in official lineage os 15? And what to do with these firmware files?
pothaiahgari omkar said:
Can you please explain what are firmware files as given in second post in official lineage os 15? And what to do with these firmware files?
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There's only one main download link for Lineage firmware on that second post. What are you trying to find out exactly?
There are some firmware files below the "copy partition.zip" file on that second post. I mean what are those files? There is no description about those files on that thread. I asked on that thread. And I got replied as refer to your this thread of Moto X4 F.A.Q.s. Kindly tell me.
Why we need this ? :
It can be difficult to update firmware for custom ROM users since only the stock ROM contain it.
Is it risky to flash firmwares?
Yes. Firmware partitions are critical partitions and flashing it wrong or modifying this zip can lead to bricks that will only be solved by service centres.
Code:
Thus, a mandatory warning that i wont be responsible for any damages caused by the firmwares to your device and you will flash so on your own risks.
Which devices does it support ?
ONLY Realme XT (All variants) - Although i make the firmware with Indian updates.
When would you need to flash this?
Every time it's updated and whichever firmware the custom ROM supports. Although all custom ROMs are android 10 based now and you would be safe using any firmware only zip from C01 to C<whatever>.
Do i need to flash vbmeta?
No, the flashable zip already has it and it flashes disabled vbmeta on its own.
Does it contain kernel
Maybe. The older ones until the C05 update has stock kernel. I will be removing boot.img and dtbo.img from the zip from C06 onwards since accidentally booting with stock kernel can break encryption and destroy internal data since our custom kernel is way ahead of stock.
How do i make this zip myself?
If you aren't sure what you are doing, please avoid trying to make flashable zips for realme devices. Because, realme encrypts the firmwares and if you don't decrypt the firmware before flashing, it can cause a hard brick.
In brief, you simply decrypt the stock_update.ozip with bkerler's oppo_decrypt tool and replace the updater binary with pie ones. The reason why we replace the updater binary with pie ones is because the stock android 10 binary has decryptor built in whereas the pie ones does not. About what images to include, the zip itself is self explanatory.
Download folder :
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=305713
Latest update : Stock realme UI C06 update
Last updated on : 05/08/20
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I didn't understand! What is this archive for?
Firmware
How to install this ? Now I'm in C05 custom ROM please help me
Could you also make the firmware for/from the european version please?
Arno_Nuehm said:
Could you also make the firmware for/from the european version please?
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The current firmware is tested and reported working on EU devices. But flash it at your own risk.
I just did the update to crDroid 6.9 with the latest frimware (C06) on my EU device and can confirm it works.
Thanks a lot!
C08 update is here :
C08_firmware_with_patched_vbmeta.zip | by pjgowtham for Realme XT
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I flashed the F06 firmware and discovered that it overwrote the TWRP recovery I had earlier and I can't flash the latest one over it, simply doesn't boot. So I'm now stuck with the TWRP recovery that's bundled with F06 firmware. The device model name has been changed to nicky, instead of rmx1921 like before. Which maybe the reason official TWRP images don't work anymore.
Hi ; my device is G975F Exynos and Original CSC is NEE. İ am on Android 11 Firmware which is G975FXXSEFUJ2.
i plan to go back to Android 10. i do not know my device's bootloader is unlocked or not. And also do not know is it available for bootloader unlocked or not.
What shall i do ? is it possible to go back to Android 10 for this device safely ?
I'm telling my own experience with my G973F, short answer: no
My phone has a unlocked bootloader and i have TWRP, i mistakenly flashed a wrong (lower) bootloader version, and my phone didn't boot anymore, i was only able to recover using download mode.
Older android versions have older bootloader, if you manage to install an older bootloader you phone will only give a message in the top of the screen saying something like "SYSTEM REV. CHECK FAIL DEVICE 8 BINARY 7"
You can only install a lower android version if that android rom works with your current installed bootloader
Hello, dear fellow 8i-Users!
I got this device just a few days ago. It is running on A32 global firmware and wasn't offered an OTA update.
So far, I have unlocked, rooted and installed TWRP, following the guide provided here.
As I like my phones to be encrypted, I guess I will stay with stock firmware so far. I'm finding it a bit sad though that I wasn't offered an OTA update and therefore am stuck with security patches dated back to November 2021.
Therefore my question: Does anyone happen to have decrypted versions of a newer version of global firmware? And if so: Is it possible to dirty flash these in TWRP?
Thank you!
Cheers,
VV
VIncentVegan said:
Is it possible to dirty flash these in TWRP?
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I doubt it will be possible to flash full ROM through TWRP unless you prepare extra files (like scripts which do the actual work).
Anyway you can decrypt the official firmware (the ones in OFP-format) by youself and flash it with SPFlashTool.
Here are few hints for you:
Download the version you like from here.
Decrypt it with oppo_decrypt
Merge super.img for the region you need (refer to super_map.csv to find out which parts need to be merged; refer to this comment for instructions)
Flash with SPFlashTool in Download Only mode (refer to this guide)