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[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Installing TWRP and LOS won't help you downgrade the stock firmware because it will still have the same stock bootloader underneath TWRP and LOS and will still block your attempts to flash the downgraded stock firmware. If you can get TWRP installed, you can try flashing a custom ROM that is 4.0, there might be some 4.0 and 4.1 CyanogenMod(CM) custom ROMs that are still available in the AT&T S3 and T-Mobile S3 sections here, they both can use each other's custom ROMs and custom recoveries. Technically, you can flash any of the custom ROMs from any of the US models of S3, they are all "d2" S3's, i.e. Verizon=d2vzw, AT&T=d2att, Sprint=d2spr, T-Mobile=d2tmo, etc....and the US networks that use their devices on other bigger networks will be some kind of "d2" variant of the parent network. For example, I had a StraightTalk(Tracfone) S3 that ran on Verizon towers, it's "d2" was d2tfnvzw, a combination of Tracfone(tfn) and Verizon(vzw). They are all the same except for RIL(Radio Interface Layer) and some other small parts in some cases. I'm sure if you look around in the forums for US versions of S3, you'll find a thread or guide discussing how to port a ROM from one of the other US S3's to another US S3.

Also, you might be able to downgrade the stock system partition without downgrading the bootloader. As I mentioned earlier, there is a method in the Verizon S3 forum that involves taking the system.img from an older firmware and using it to replace the system.img in the stock firmware version that your device currently has installed. You need to find out which firmware build number your device currently has installed then download a copy of that exact build number firmware file and a copy of the firmware for your device that you want to downgrade to then extract them both into separate folders and use them to make your own modified firmware as described in the method used by the Verizon S3, follow the sane method that they did but use your device's firmware files the same way they used theirs.

It has been about 8 years since I used that device but what I've told you is all there if you look around in the various US S3 forums here, you'll probably even see me in all kinds of places in all them.
[General Questions and Answers] QXJBT:
I appreciate the response; that adds a bit more clarity for me. I assume that trying to read directions is a general rule of thumb as a whole here, which I imagine to be a given. I do have a few things that I would appreciate clarification on, however.

I notice that there are threads about custom ROMs being present in its relevant section for the Note 9 area of the forum, but I don't see anything (or maybe I haven't found it yet?) regarding the installation of a stock ROM (i.e. version 8.1.0 to version 10, supposedly the latest available and officially supported available for my device) on a modified device for the most part. I believe OTA updates are no longer applicable on my device, so I don't imagine this to be a smooth process.

I am concerned that I may lose root and all of the other relevant modifications that I have applied onto my device by updating by means of utilizing a stock Samsung ROM, but I presume that so as long as the bootloader remains unlocked, then re-applying it shouldn't be impossible. However, it also seems like Samsung related features shouldn't be functioning on rooted devices, so I am also concerned that updating my device to a newer version that way will cause that to be gone.

I'm fine with installing a custom ROM (if anything, it would be preferable), but I do utilize Secure Folder, which I believe only really works because of a Magisk module (Smali Patcher?) to have multiple instances for relevant applications. I'm not worried about any other particular Samsung feature, so I would be more than willing to lose the rest of them and move away from any proprietary software if it means retaining the functionality of having more than two instances of the same application.

I've attempted using applications with similar functionality before in the past, but they've only ever allowed the creation of just one extra clone. I can't say with certainty if that's changed with the applications that are present today, as I can't seem to install a lot of newer applications (too low api level?) anymore. It's not the security aspect of it that I use the feature for; I only really use it just to have multiple instances.

Would I have to give up on Secure Folder if it means upgrading to a newer Android version? Am I able to retain it upon being on a newer version, even if I'm on a device with modifications? If it can't be present anymore, then are there alternatives that allow for the existence and usage of more than one extra instance?
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
Ok, reballing a device cause a total wipe of the system, that can include, even, physical part, but again, this is not for the reballing itself, but because, it was not done correctly, after that operation, the service in charge, need to load again the firmware, for device can boot to system.

Having a baseband working, you can try to restore at least one IMEI, just check for software/applications/programs, to recover IMEI, for MediaTek devices, you may find Maui/Modem meta tool, within those, probably the most popular from the free software.
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
I don´t remember exactly, what the issue was, but I just wonder, what will be the hopes to solve it, restoring something that was previously backed up from a defective device? anyway, if you think that formula can work then, you still can apply from the main device, backing, and restoring from and to.
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
SPFT doesn´t work while in fastboot, it works (within other advanced modes) in the typical download mode. When you get your device in this mode, you still need to meet some other requirements, need to install properly the LibUSB and other drivers that use the protocol you need, need to bypass the DA/SLAA restrictions because of preloader/BROM implementation.
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
From an unlocked device you have more chances to can flash a firmware, of course, elementary, is firstly, find the right firmware for it, search in this site, from the lot available out there, compare it with the firmware version you have https://xiaomifirmwareupdater.com/archive/hyperos/garnet/

And regards the flashing process, you can apply updates, within the recovery using the zip archive, and within the fastboot mode, using the fastboot ROM in tgz format (you have to decompress it first).
[General Questions and Answers] comm-ents:
Just a logical fallacy. A backup doesn't imply being defective and I didn't state anything that would make anyone assume that a backup would have be defective.
[General Questions and Answers] KidCarter93:
Regarding the lack of the Redmi Note 13 Pro forum, the place to request that to be added is - New Device Forum Requests.

There has already been quite a few requests for that device recently but you also adding a request there wouldn't harm the chances.

Making posts there is never guaranteed, as the forum admins will have their own criteria as to what will and won't get a specific forum here, but getting more requests couldn't harm plus a good idea would be to post links to any development for that device, in your post, which is already available here on XDA
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
Not a logical fallacy, I didn´t mention a backup being defective, but a backup from a defective device, if that would be the situation, then no one can´t expect a good result doing that, but...

As I said you, I didn´t remember the exact issue, and this was not what you said, I missed some line, as I couldn´t find any feedback from you about the tools I provided, you simply ignored, and followed a different route, something was broken in the way, so no way to help...good luck!
[General Questions and Answers] comm-ents:
Just calling it as I see it. The reality is that if I don't have the stock firmware or a backup from an 30 LE, I can't do anything and any non-existent scenarios where a backup of any form is somehow a backup from a bad device or corrupt, are not at all helpful.

I am familiar with most of the mtk tools, but my posts were really just queries to see if anyone knows where I could acquire a copy of the firmware for that device.
[General Questions and Answers] mrgbuzz:
I'm running Evolution X on my Poco X5 pro. I keep getting notified that Simple Gallery pro app cannot be updated. There is no option to uninstall this. Would anyone have a solution to do this via ADB ? Thanks
[General Questions and Answers] User001100:
Poco x5 5g

I found this setting while going into set edit, android properties :

"persist.sys.turbosched.thermal_break.enable" "False"

What are these? Are these for changing thermal limit? And if it is, how do i grant permission to setedit to change its value without root?
[General Questions and Answers] b00tl0ade®:
Hello,

I'm using Lava Storm 5G (LXX508). It supports 33W fast charging and provides the in-box 33W charger (20V~1.65A) along with the device. The issue I encountered is the device is heating up so much while charging with the same charger mentioned above.

There is no any option to turn off the fast charging.

Now my concern is that, will my battery degrade with the faster pace due to such heating and doesn't last long?

As I follow the 30-80% charging pattern, what other options do I have right now to ensure the long life of my battery?
[General Questions and Answers] DiamondJohn:
In the past I have charged my one while on one of the small ice mats from chemist that are used on your skin surface/joints. Now I use an older charger (pre-fast charge) with an adapter.
[General Questions and Answers] Scottzilla007:
That seems pretty easy! So basically, just extracting the system.img from the old firmware via a program like 7zip, putting it into the Android 4.4.2 firmware for my model and flashing it, right? That sounds too good to be true, so there's gotta be a catch. Is there? Unless I misunderstood, so please let me know. Also, I can't find any links to the Android 4.4.2 firmware for the SGH-I747 online. Can you send me a file for this?

EDIT: Could this be useful?

SGH-I747 (AT&T) - (Upgrade / Downgrade KitKat 4.4.2 Firmware Builds: NE4, NJ1, NJ2)

SGH-I747 (AT&T) - (Upgrade / Downgrade KitKat 4.4.2 Firmware Builds: NE4, NJ1, NJ2) Saturday, September 17'th, 2016 (*WEEKEND WIP*) - There will be additions added for the next two days. (This Post and Google Drive Uploads) Objective: Without...

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[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
As long as you have the same device with the same firmware currently installed on it as what is discussed and the same firmware files discussed in a known method to downgrade your specific device, it should work as long as you follow the guide to the letter and understand exactly what you are doing at each step before you actually do it.

Yes, there may be a catch that makes it tricky but if a known method exists to get around it, it can be done. It may or may not be as simple as extracting and copy/paste the system.img from one firmware to another. You'll just have to read some guides related to your device or another S3 that has done the same thing to figure out the right recipe. It may take some trial and error, just be careful because flashing the wrong things or flashing an incorrectly modified firmware or modified .img can brick the device. Be certain of what you are doing before you do it, don't get impatient and just go to modifying or flashing things in a willy nilly "let's try this" manner.
[General Questions and Answers] Scottzilla007:
Thank you for your advice. Don't worry, I'm a very patient man and usually take my time when reading guides, tutorials, and forums like these.
[General Questions and Answers] trevtdogg:
this might be of interest to you: https://xdaforums.com/t/advanced-charging-controller-acc.3668427/
[General Questions and Answers] Salooohy:
A friend told me there is a way to copy your files from your broken andoird rom without install a new rom like redmi stuck on the logo and that friend told you can plug it on pc and copy your files how is that happen and rom is stuck in logo there is no os is that ture and how???
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
In order to can understand, what you are trying to do, you should provide, not only more, but better information, like model, what you did before that, and really what is that?, I mean, what we are talking about?
[General Questions and Answers] Ultramanoid:
1 ) You could fastboot start a TWRP recovery from your computer, search for information about how to do that, but first look if there is a TWRP recovery for your specific device :

https://twrp.me/Devices

If it exists, then while in TWRP you could copy files from your device.

2 ) You can use ADB from your computer.

There are many tutorials around about how to do this :

Android adb copy files from computer at DuckDuckGo

DuckDuckGo. Privacy, Simplified.

duckduckgo.com
[General Questions and Answers] Scottzilla007:
Okay, so apparently according to what I've been reading, you can downgrade this model to Android 4.3. It worked, but now I'm in the same state as when I was still in Android 4.3 before I updated. Meaning that it's usable, but still very slow. At least the lock screen's responsive this time... But that's why I'm aiming for Android 4.1. Because Android 4.2-4.4.2 are very buggy and slow for my model. I'm not sure about Android 4.0.4, because I just found out that there is a Google patch for Android 4.1, but it's not for Android 4.0. Question, is "system.img.ekt4" the full name of the "system.img" file? Also, now that I think of it, you're right. It's not as simple as extracting and copying/pasting the system.img file from one firmware to another. Because Knox was presented in Android 4.3, and that made it more difficult to downgrade your Galaxy. That's why I was thinking if rooting it would help, because rooting your Galaxy would trip Knox.
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Honestly, the slowness is probably because of the version of Google Play Services that it has to run in order to run today's apps, it doesn't play well with older devices and older firmware for some reason. It is rather heavy and demanding on the hardware, it causes some older devices to run a little warm to quite warm and use the battery much faster. Another factor is Facebook, Facebook Messenger and any other social media type apps you have installed, these are also heavy and demanding on older devices and older firmware. Today's 3rd party launchers are also sluggish on older devices and older firmware.

Also, it may be due to network differences, those S3's were 3G and 4G LTE(but weren't actually "true" 4G), those bands/networks may not be as well supported/maintained now as they were. Make sure your SIM, your radio settings and your APNs are setup correctly and optimized. You should be able to pull up the service menu for your radio settings by dialing a certain code in your dialer(phone) app. As for what settings you might need to change and the values/options needed, you'll just have to do your own research there, the goal is to get the radio dialed in specific to the carrier network and/or bands it will be using. Your APNs may or may not auto program from your carrier networks system, either way, you can edit your APN(Access Point Name) settings if needed, you just need to find out what the APN settings/values are required by your carrier's network. Also, go to system settings>networks and make sure that your "prefered network" settings is set to GSM and 4G.

As for rooting on 4.3, if I remember correctly, there was some form of "1 click root" app or PC program that could be used to root S3 with 4.3 or 4.4. These 1 click methods don't require flashing anything or fooling with or worrying about bootloader or Knox other than disabling knox immediately after rooting and before the next reboot(knox MUST be disabled or it will trip knox/qfuse the next time it reboots and can softbrick the device or even pop qfuse which would kill the device permanently with a slight chance of reviving it via JTAG).

Some of the I click root tools from those days are such as:

Towelroot app

Framaroot app(with different exploits named after The Lord of the Rings characters, may require downloading and trying different named exploits).

Kingroot app(then immediately after gaining root, switching to SuperSU and removing Kingroot, there is a known method/tool to do this for you)

King o root

There were some PC programs too but I can't remember them.

If there was ever a 1 click root tool that worked on your device with 4.3 or 4.4 in those days, I'm sure you can easily find threads discussing it.

Like I said, it has been quite a few years but I still kinda remember a lot of the tricks that were used on the various S3's, can't remember what applied to which specific model but I do remember there being a solution for pretty much all of them on 4.3 and/or 4.4.
[General Questions and Answers] Scottzilla007:
Ah yes, KingoRoot. I'm familiar with that. And SuperSU, too. I didn't know about those other ones, though, so thanks for letting me know! I forgot to tell you something I noticed after I downgraded to Android 4.3. When I plugged in my S3, instead of showing a green, Frutiger Aero-like battery, it showed a plain, white battery with a green pixelated font showing the percentage. Not to mention the font was very small. Is this normal?

As you can see, I have small hands, just ignore that xD

Oh, and yes, I still use ArcSoft Webcam Companion 4 in 2024. Don't mind that either lol
[General Questions and Answers] Ed0XDA:
Hello,

It's been a while since i've tried to mod this Samsung A32. I noticed there were no ROMs, but just because i wanted to try, i tried getting TWRP running on there. So i unlocked OEM and then unlocked bootloader. I went into odin, put AP on TWRP and USERDATA with vbmeta. It looked like it was flashing it, but when it was about to finish, it would fail. The phone would say "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed", nothing else than that. I read that you had to wait 3 weeks if it was happening. This attempt was in february of this year. Now i tried again, but i get the same issue.

Thanks!
[General Questions and Answers] SubwayChamp:
Then, you didn´t unlock it, you have to see what it says in the download mode screen.
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
Hello Guys I really need a lollipop or higher rom for the SM-G360AZ. If there is none could someone please make one, or could you tell me how to? Kitkat is not compatible with most apps, as Google has stopped supporting it. Thank you and have a good day.
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello @Sm-g360az !

Is it Samsung Galaxy core prime?

If so,Hope this helps:

Download firmware updates for your Samsung mobile phone and tablet

Firmware for Samsung Galaxy mobile phone & tablet ✔ Find any update, ever released by Samsung. ✔ Free downloads & high-speed options available. ✔ For all versions and all devices. ✔ Including instructions

www.sammobile.com

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
Perhaps you tried uploading incompatible rom or you just unplugged your device too soon. There are many reasons. You could try an Odin recovery, just tell me your model name and I will find stock rom if I can.

Yeah but there is none for sm-g360az it is galaxy core prime

There is kitkat but no lollipop I need maybe a cyanogen mod or something? Whatever it takes pls send any files you find
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello @Sm-g360az !

The above post linked has firmware 5.0.2 ,that's lollipop.

Is it the right one?

Checkout this:

'Samsung Galaxy Core Prime VE (G361H) [Master Thread] {Updated 1/6/2017}' https://xdaforums.com/t/samsung-galaxy-core-prime-ve-g361h-master-thread-updated-1-6-2017.3211451/

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
I have SM-G360AZ I believe that is for SM-G361H

Can i use firmware from a different carrier?

Thx for help I really appreciate it. Quora banned me for spam even though I hadn't even sent a message.
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello @Sm-g360az !

Yes indeed you can ,if the model is same.

ONE SUGGESTION WOULD BE CHECK THE MODEL ALSO IF THE ROM IS COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR DEVICE AND ALSO READ THE OP CAREFULLY.

And even the said model can be installed with TWRP and rooted.

Cheers
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
How do I flash it
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello @Sm-g360az!

You are at the best and right place where the community helps each other,fetching a reply early is a blessing always and heads up in the right direction an add on.

No worries, happy to help and it helped you as well.......

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
Thx so much one thing how to flash when I use Odin it just says failed. I have 4x ARM Cortex A53
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello !

Everything is there in the thread ,read carefully and do as directed in the OP and don't forget to acknowledge the contributions and the contributed,motivation a little always helps

Here you go:

'[Guide] Root Galaxy Core Prime VE (G361H)' https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-root-galaxy-core-prime-ve-g361h.3360152/

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello !

Which version of ODIN are you using,also check for the drivers and entering the download mode for the device with key combinations before connecting, use the USB ports on the rear end of the PC and run ODIN as administrator.

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
You're a lifesaver do you have like a YouTube channel I can subscribe to pay you back
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello!

Here at the community we all help each other and volunteer that little time we get sharing our experiences and developments ,which serve as a solution to the wonderful fellow members like you of the community and you inturn help others.

Sharing is caring and patience is the key.

A Thank you and hit the button of motivation to the developers OP that helped you will do:)

Thank you..

Have a Good Day!

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] hasobist:
Hello @Sm-g360az !

Check this as well apt to your model:

'SM-G360AZ information...' https://xdaforums.com/t/sm-g360az-information.3245918/

These as well

'[ROM][5.1.1][SM-G360T1] SlimPickins stock, rooted, de-(-bloated,-odexed,-knoxed),etc.' https://xdaforums.com/t/rom-5-1-1-s...-rooted-de-bloated-odexed-knoxed-etc.3250883/

'Need roms for samsung galaxy core prime SM-G360H/DS' https://xdaforums.com/t/need-roms-for-samsung-galaxy-core-prime-sm-g360h-ds.3148916/

Thank you.......

Cheers!
[General Questions and Answers] syzkale:
How can I install custom rom in Oppo A16? And should I do it? (No knowledge regarding these things)
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
so I don't have a SIM card and don't plan to get one this won't mess up myphone if I do it right, right?

https://androidfix.org/download-custom-roms-for-oppo-a16/

There are always risks when downloading custom ROMs. It could brick your device, or void your warranty. Please be careful and follow steps. Use Odin to flash. Be safe.

How to Use Odin to Flash Samsung Galaxy Stock Firmware

If you own a Samsung phone and enjoy rooting or modding your device, flashing official firmware can be very useful. Odin is Samsung's own internal program for loading such updates for testing purposes, and it's quite easy to use for your own custom modification needs.

www.google.com

This link should explain. Have a good one.
[General Questions and Answers] Kionum:
What is an integrity fingerprint and what apps won't work without spoofing my own?
[General Questions and Answers] InfinityBelow:
Are you trying to develop an app?

Or are you trying to edit someone else's?
[General Questions and Answers] Kionum:
Actually neither. Seen some people discussing it and I'm just trying to learn.