yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android General] pogodancer:
Thanks for your great description. But I recommend everybody who's device is recognized by computer as "USB VCOM Port" not to open the device. There is definitely a way to flash the device again with another firmware or another scatter file.

DON'T OPEN YOUR DEVICE CARELESS. I am happy that tysonpower had good luck. But there are other experienced users who had a hardbrick or at least a flickering screen after.

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That is normal. FNF asked his users and about 98 people agreed to have a "unified" image for future firmwares. That means that all space is shared for apps and data. No more problems of lack of space for apps. I don't say it is good, but that's it. If you want separate partitions for userdata and data you have to go back to version 1.09 or 1.10 via backup (MTK droid tools).

Titanium Backup never worked with this device. Use Helium Backup instead of Titanium. TB is the biggest name for backup apps but they should work on their app to improve it for such devices.
[Android General] RobbieTr:
Well,

I tried Helium, and that sucks.

Unable to restore apps.
[Android General] gtok34:
Help after broken my touch screen not found touch screen and digitizer...

Hi i broken my tablet and not found replacement parts for this tablet. I need replacement lcd touch screen and the glass digitizer. Is the replacements parts compartible with any ipad tablet mini or mini 2??? Please help ....:rolleyes:

a link of ebay or aliexpress..????for compartible screen
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ gtok34

Don't waste time and money (about 80 usd for any screen). Buy a new tablet and save the old one as repository.
[Android General] gawlaw24:
how to root explorer can't read sdcard0 and sdcard1? all empty and I can not see the contents in sdcard0 and sdcard1, I want to try the apk editor could not because the sdcard is empty.

I don't have firmware 1.09 or 1.10
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ gawlaw24

Use another explorer. RootExplorer does not work correct. Maybe I am wrong but I think that the file explorer and also the backup app in the romtoolbox app are working.

Riley has released a modification of the firmware v2.0.0 and called it 1.4. I did not test it but he said that a lot of root apps are working. If you like you can test this rom on your own risk:

iFive Mini 3GS RileyROM 1.4
[Android General] Dun74:
Hi,

I recently updated to the 2.0.0 rooted by pogodancer, and I very pleased with it.

One question: Do you know how to change the density on this tablet.

I had a mini 3 and there were an option in build.prop to change but it do not exists on this one.

Can I put it there and try ? Or I risk a boot loop?

Thanks..

Dun
[Android General] nevland:
I can't update to 2.0.0..

I updated to 1.1.2 using pc, then root it. Now got system update notification, but after try twice, not successful... Any help?
[Android General] jackgar:
Which recovery are you on? It has to be with stock one...
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ Dun74

You always have the risk of a bootloop playing around with the build.prop. You have CWRM. Make a backup. Then you can try without any risk.
[Android General] nevland:
I'm with cwm, coz at 1.1.2 when root it installed cwm.. how to revert to stock recovery?
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ nevland

Flash recovery and boot only in Flashtool. Tell us if you could download the update successfully after.
[Android General] nevland:
i flashed Rileys rom.. 1.4

seems to be great
[Android General] bpgoll:
where I can find step by step to do this?

thanks
[Android General] ayamjago:
can't flash the pogodancer backup nor do i get a system update

i think it's the flashtool problem. i use windows 8. anyone has problem with that?
[Android General] pogodancer:
Can you try it from another computer? Maybe win8 is the problem. Or you have to install other drivers. But the v2.0.0 definitely works when flashing with Flashtool.
[Android General] Polomotion:
Hi! I have the last stock update...

My tablet dont work whit SIM card, he said "Process androidphone..." and than i press Ok and appear again... Allways after i insert the pin.

I try to factory defaut and clear in recovery.

Any idea?

I have a ...3gs442v1.1.1_20140815
[Android General] bpgoll:
Flashtool at this page http://www.flashtool.net/index.php?

Can you please give me step by step 'how to" ?

Thanks before

from newbie :)
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ bpgoll

1. Be sure to have all necessary drivers installed

2. Load scatter into the Flashtool

3. Choose download

4. Connect the powered off device by USB

5. Flashing should be finished after 2 minutes

Use the flashtool provided from the manufacturer.
[Android General] Dun74:
[MENTION=4546777]pogodancer[/MENTION]

Hi.

I ve got your rom for few days now.

Globally it is better than before, but I experienced some new bugs.

Occasionally the external sd disappear suddenly. I have to reboot to get it back.

Or the screen get black and I ve got to press power more than 15s to reboot.

I use the external sd as primary storage. And the internal one is empty but says total space 15.24Go Available 0,00 o

Do you have the same problems ?

Thanks

Dun
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ Dun74

No, all in all the system is fast and nearly stable. Only sometimes reboots. I set the phone storage for writing and I can see phone storage and external sd. Titanium is working only backing up and restoring from/to phone storage.

Did you try Rileys Rom ? Maybe this works better for you ?

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No, this one is for sony smartphones.

You need the flashtool for MTK:

SP FlashTool
[Android General] ronen1malka@gmail.com:
Display frequently turns

I just received the new FNF iFive Mini 3GS.

During regular use (emails, browsing, games) device display is frequently turns off.

Anyone experienced such an issue?

Any workaround before I am trying to return it?
[Android General] Dun74:
Do you use a smart cover ?

Some smart covers turn off the screen when they are in contact with the back of the tablet.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
No mobile network

Hello everyone!

I just received my Mini 3GS a few days ago.

Emmediately when I connected it to my WiFi there was a notice about an OTA firmware update.

I installed it and everything seemed fine. The tab performed very well and seemed to be rather bug free.

However, when I finally mounted a SIM card I discovered that the phone part of the tab is dead.

I have checked all settings and everything seems correct in the settings. The tab recognize the SIM card and asks for the pin code.

Then the phone signal meter shows a symbol of searching for phone network for ~10s and then there is just a small red x over the signal level meter. No network.

I never mounted any SIM card before I did the firmware update so I have no idea of if the problem was there already before the firmware update or if it came after.

The SIM works perfectly in other tabs and phones.

Does anyone have any clue about what can be wrong, except a case of hardware DOA?

Firmware: V1.1.1_20140815
[Android General] momaku:
Hi.

I install the last firm in my mini 3GS using flashtool, using OTA it was blocked if I removed the microSD used during the installation of the firm. And I make a wipe from recovery, in order to avoid problems.

The tablet is working well, except I can't save files in the memory of the table, it is like it is in read-only mode. I can see in settings->storage there is 15 GB free but when I try to download a file, the tablet show there is not space, remove files. However, I can install apps from play store without problems.

I don't know if it could be Supersu (it is preinstalled), I launch this application but it didn't look to make something. Or the SIM was inserted.

Can someone help me, please?

Thanks.
[Android General] Polomotion:
In my case i never can work whit SIM CARD, the android enter in error "the process com.android.phone stop...". In your case try another card operator i will try this to.

And enter in the recovery and clear the data.
[Android General] selmandeli:
Is Root Genius (the latest version) compatible with our tablet?

Edit: After installing and running it makes auto update and become in Chinese.
[Android General] Triplefun:
Latest iFive firmware

I finally received my 3gs today

And was most disappointed to find it randomly shutting down and NOT charging.

When I tried to load the latest firmware it insisted I had a SD card installed.

Once I found a card the firmware installed with no issues.

I have not tried a SIM card since I don't currently have a 'micro' card.

And the device is NOW charging which saves me having to return it.

I have skimmed the forum and was somewhat alarmed at all the problems people seem to be having!

Do you recommend I install new firmware - if so, which version is the most acceptable / popular / bug free ...
[Android General] ronen1malka@gmail.com:
Yep... It is the "smart covers"...

If I remove the cover it all works good.

Any workaround? (or just need to buy a non smart covers)
[Android General] yudie81:
iFive mini 4

I hope someone can make an iFive mini 4 RK3288 thread ;)
[Android General] pogodancer:
Firmware update in 2 versions (for flashtool and OTA=sdcard)

F401_ifive_mini_3GS_442_V2.0.1_20140828
[Android General] Fluppen:
Hi.

Got my used iFive mini 3GS today, wonderful machine for that money.

My problem is that I think the first owner rooted the device, but somthing got wrong or if it was becuse I updated the device OTA (?) becuse root checker says it's not rooted..

I have SuperSU installed (from when I got it and can't be uninstalled )

When I start SuperSU it says "There is no SU binary installed and SuperSU cannot install it" and I think that might be my problem?

I've tried to flash SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.02.zip from sdcard in recovery mode but it failed "invalid OTA package, missing scatter"

Any solution ?
[Android General] jackgar:
Hey guys, update 2.0.1 ota has come out, if I want to do this update I must change cmw recovery for stock. It seems to be just around 8mb only, so, if anyone of you has already installed it, do you see any important difference?

Thanks!
[Android General] Polomotion:
The FNF in your fórum said is for battery indicator error, i think...
[Android General] Triplefun:
I'm in NZ and installed a Vodafone SIM card. As soon as I installed it I started getting repetitive 'unfortunately the process com.android.phone has stopped' messages. After a lot of searching I found it was the automatic date and time setting - setting it to off seems to fix the problem.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
Installation aborted

I downloaded the SD card update file in the link above.

Then I restarted the tab and did the the <apply update from sdcard> but the update aborts with a message saying:

Error: partition table not match

Installation aborted

I started with firmware version V1.1.1_20140815

Does anyone have any clue on what to do now?
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ MacArthur

You have to install v2.01 with flashtool because you did not have 1.1.2 or 2.0.0 with the new Partition before.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
1.1.1 -> 2.0.1

Thank you pogodancer!

Do I need to run the mtk_EBR program to change the partitions before flashing 2.0.1?

mtk_EBR generates two EBR partitions, EBR1 and EBR2, whilst the 2.0.1 scatter only contains EBR1.

Also the 2.0.1 MT6592_Android_scatter.txt only contains definitions for EBR1.

Any advice?
[Android General] bpgoll:
got this error PMT Changed for the ROM; it must be downloaded

what should I do? where to download PMT Changed for the ROM?

Thanks
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ MacArthur

The EBR tool doesn't work anymore. Don't use it. The firmware has 1 partition only for user data and data.

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@ bpgoll

Use another USB cable.

Control scatter file.

Maybe use scatter from 2.0 or 1.1.2

All on your own risk.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
V1.1.1 -> V2.0.1 works now

I was able to flash my 3GS from V1.1.1 to V2.0.1 using SP Flash Tool v5.1352.01 and the update files on the Chinese forum in pogodancer's link.

One key to make it work is to make the choice <Firmware Upgrade> in SP Flash Tool, NOT <Download Only> which is the default setting and what the Chinese instructions say. I guess the Chinese instruction is correct if you already have the partitions right (higher versions than V.1.1.1).

However, I still have no phone network. No 2G and no 3G.

The tab is supposed to have all 2G frequencies (GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz) so it's not a wrong band issue for voice calls.

As for data it's supposed to be on WCDMA 2100 MHz only but my 3G network is 2100 MHz so it's not a wrong band issue for data either.

Does anyone have any idea about what can be wrong?
[Android General] MacArthur67:
PMT changed for the ROM; it must be downloaded

bpgoll, see my last post. You need to choose <Firmware Upgrade> in SP Flash Tool. Otherwise your existing partitions don't match V2.0.1.

At least if you start with V1.1.1 or below.
[Android General] Dun74:
No I ve got an "offical one" without this problem, and another one on the mini 3 "non GS" that turn off the screen when turned on the back.

Probably the magnet is too powerful.

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We were various having this "charging and shutdown" problem. it seems to be gone on the 2.0.0. I use the pogodancer's ROM.

I recommend it. Then I also recommend to keep the default storage on the internal memory, I got some SD automatic unmount and sd corruption when I used it as primary storage. And finally I also got a strange problem of tablet blocked int the shutdown process (black screen but adb running). And it was due to the DoubleTwist music player. All my problems are gone now.

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@pogodancer

the new 2.0.1 update can me installed directly over your 2.0.0 rom ? Or what is the procedure?

Do we lose the root after updating?
[Android General] MacArthur67:
No change in AnTuTu 5 after V1.1.1 -> V2.0.1

No change in AnTuTu 5 after V1.1.1 -> V2.0.1. The score is ~30000 after that the Chinese bloatware has been removed.
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ Dun74

I guess I didn't install the 2.0.1 yet because I was bored once a week to flash my wife's tablet.

But I will try it tomorrow to be able to talk to you. Thanks for trusting me.
[Android General] selmandeli:
What bloatware did you removed? My score is under 29000 with V2.0.1. Is your tablet rooted?
[Android General] bpgoll:
solved

thanks MacArthur67:good:
[Android General] pogodancer:
For all who are on rooted firmware 2.0.0 with custom recovery (f.e. my backup) and want to update to firmware 2.0.1 without using the flashtool:

Copy the modified update from 2.0.0 to 2.0.1 to your external sdcard and install it from clockwork recovery:

Link removed because update.zip didn't fully work. Thanks for understanding.

Have phun.

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For all who want to install a new system through the flashtool with a rooted, cleaned firmware 2.0.1 with custom recovery:

F401_ifive_mini_3GS_442_V2.0.1_20140828_mod

Have phun.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
My tab was rooted and I removed 4 bloatware apps. Now I'm back to 2.0.1 stock ROM and un-roated state again because I'm thinking of sending it back to China for repair/exchange. I can't get the phone to work in it. I have 3G data connection but can't make voice calls.

I get the same AnTuTu 5 score now also with the bloatware apps installed but disabled. You get 29000 and I get 30000 and that's no real difference. That small difference can be just one background process that you have on whilst my tab is "clean". No need to root your tab just to get rid of the Ch bloatware. Just disable them. See the attached pic of what I disabled and what AnTuTu score I get now.
[Android General] vagdesign:
Thanks for the effort but the first file with the simple update, doesn't seem to work.

Clockwork installs the update but the system version remains the same after the reboot.
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ vagdesign

ooops and sorry. I thought I checked that yesterday. I will have a look tonight. Really sorry.
[Android General] vagdesign:
No problem, there is no rush :)

Thanks!
[Android General] DiMacho:
Firmware 2.0.1 is better battery time for me! 3 full days! With just simple browsing, twitter and app use. No gaming! Sometimes a smaller video. I installed Greenify to freeze some apps!

The only thing I noticed was how fast the battery time went down @35%. Just took some browsing en a few small video's to take it down in 10 minutes to 1%!
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ vagdesign

If you like you could do one more try. I did not test this update.zip because I am bored to install the complete system (which I reinstalled just yesterday) again. But I am curious about the result. But the best solution to update to v2.0.1 is for sure to use the flashtool (with my rooted stockrom). But nevertheless if the update procedure works this could be an easy way for the next update. And I am sure you will not have to wait too long for the next stockrom update.

So maybe you could test if this works:

Alpha test:

For all who are on rooted firmware with custom recovery (f.e. my backup v2.0.0) and want to update to the next firmware without using the flashtool:

Copy the modified update.zip to your external sdcard and install it from clockwork recovery:

Please excuse me once more to remove the link but as long as it seems not to work without any doubts it does not make sense to use you as test-dummies. Sorry.

Have phun.
[Android General] geertkol:
I'm considering to update my firmware from 1.1.1(rooted with update zip 1.09 firmware) to 2.0.1. If i do that with the flashtool and cleaned firmware from pogodancer, what are the steps to take? I'm asking this because my tablet runs good and has an Antutu score of 29496 with the 1.1.1 rooted firmware. I have Greenify installed and disabled bloatware. Will my tablet performe (much) better with the rooted and cleaned 2.01 firmware? I will not brick my tablet and are a newbie in flashing Roms. Please give me advice and the right steps to take.
[Android General] Dun74:
[MENTION=4546777]pogodancer[/MENTION]

The modified update.zip install successfully, but after the reboot, the version number stay 2.0.0 and the OTA update still offer the update.

Dont know if there is a way to check if the system was altered, and if so, change the version number manually.

Thanks

Dun
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ Dun74

Thank you very much for your assistance. Your thoughts were was I tried (to copy the new build.prop directly to the system). But you said that it is not visible - And so I doubt very much that all changes within this update were made effective.

So I want to thank you and vagdesign very much for being the testers and very sorry that it does not work. I have removed the download links yet because I don't want people run into softbricked devices like other rom-modders in the net.

But I will still keep on looking for a possibility for rooted and CR roms to easily update when there is one available. So long I only have to recommend to go over the flashtool and to install the new firmware 2.0.1 from stock, from me or if you like from other sources like Riley etc.
[Android General] Dun74:
Ok, thanks.. I will do the flashtool update.
[Android General] dariob74:
Good evening guys, this evening I tried to update my tablet to version 1.1.2 using flashtool but has not been successful releasing a strange message on the rom ................ biggest problem now is that the tablet does not respond to any button, power or power + vol up, nothing of nothing, I connected the tablet to the charger but nothing, the red LED lights not up ...... please help me I don't want to have a paperweight

Thank you very much
[Android General] Dun74:
Just did.. no problem.. everything run fine.

As always thanks pogodancer for your backup.

Dun
[Android General] asturnauta:
[MENTION=4546777]pogodancer[/MENTION]

I have installed stock rom 2.0.1 and rooted with custom recovery (root 1.1.2.zip file) but titanium backup and go backup don't work.

Are these apps working on your rom?

Thanks.
[Android General] geertkol:
Hello pogodancer. Can you give me your advice to upgrade from 1.1.1 rooted to your 2.0.1 rooted rom or stock ROM? I appreciate tour help. See my post from yesterday.
[Android General] pogodancer:
Sorry for replying late. I packed an HowToDo into this firmware package. It should be easy to understand:

F401_ifive_mini_3GS_442_V2.0.1_20140828_mod_with_HowTo

Good luck.

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Yes it works for me but ONLY if I use the internal sdcard. That means I copy the last TitaniumBackup folder to the root of the internal sdcard. Then I set the backup location in the Titanium settings to this folder. From now on backups to this folder or restores from this folder are working. Have a try please. Good luck.

You also could give a try to the Helium Backup app. It is freeware.

By the way: Why didn't you flash my prerooted firmware v2.0.1 instead of using the non-rooted stockrom ? Never mind if everything works without any issues.

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It seems that your computer has the correct drivers because if not the flashtool should not start to flash your device.

1. But nevertheless make sure you have the correct drivers. Download the prerooted stockrom and see the HowToDo. Maybe it helps:

F401_ifive_mini_3GS_442_V2.0.1_20140828_mod_with_HowTo

2. Prepare the flashtool with the scatter file and hit the download button.

3. Keep pressing the tablet's power button for about 20 seconds.

4. Additionally keep pressing the volume+ button (while keeping pressed the power button).

5. If you had the right timing you should enter the recovery menu. If not please play around a bit.

6. If you are in the recovery menu connect your tablet by USB.

7. Hit reboot system now in the recovery menu. Now flashing should start.

Good luck.
[Android General] geertkol:
Thanks for your quick reply and clear instructions.
[Android General] MacArthur67:
IMEI

I think I have found out why I can't make phone calls with my tab.

The problems started already when I did the OTA update to 1.1.1 so I didn't suspect the IMEI to have been changed but obviously it is.

My IMEI # now is definitely not the same number as on the box.

Has anyone here experienced problems with the IMEI after OTA upgrade?

Shouldn't the OTA upgrade leave the efs folder unchanged?

How about the 2.0.1 firmware from the Chinese forum or the FNF site (www.ifive.com.cn/service/downloads/ifive mini3 3GS/index.html)?

Does the firmware upgrade using the flash tool replace the efs folder (and the IMEI)?

My current IMEI surely look fake and ends with …151.

Does anyone know how to restore the IMEI "easily" on this decice?
[Android General] palexr:
I'm having a similar issue? The flashtool sees the unit, and goes through the flash process but then nothing... the tablet doesn't respond to anything? I can't get it to start at all no matter what?

EDIT

After leaving it plugged in to the power for a few minutes it has come back to life and all is OK. Phew!
[Android General] dariob74:
I tried to make the flash version 1.1.2 and version 2.0.1

currently the tablet will not turn on, even when I connect the charger then proceed as ???
[Android General] pogodancer:
@ McArthur

Did you make a IMEI backup before?

Did you write down your original IMEI ?

If you want another IMEI you use IMEI calculators in the net.

You should be able to change the IMEI in engineer mode.

Goodluck.

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@ darob74

Try flashing again using steps 2-7.