yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
Removing bloatware shouldnt affect the OTA update as long as you dont unlock bootloader. Mine is removing all bloatware (about 20 apps) and still be able to get OTA.

If you want all bloatware come back, you can just do the factory reset and then you can get back to stock Rom
[Zenfone 5 General] dewankpant:
actually i uninstalled all bloatware by root uninstaller ,, i already tried factory reset but none bloatware came back , and when i update it always show unable to install , that's why i wanna go back to stock , is there a way
[Zenfone 5 General] nyanmin:
I also have a similar problem. I have removed "Asus live demo" app. Now I failed to update Zenfone 6 OTA. In the error message it shows something like ( concerted fail: system/app/asuslivedemo.apk). Is there anyway to download that apk file? So that I can reinstall it back.
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
no no no. Should be this:

CN 1.16 ---> CN 1.14 : using downgrade method

CN 1.14 ---> WW 1.14 : rename, after this step, ur device become WW permanent.

WW 1.14 ---> WW 1.16 : regular upgrade, no rename
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
thank you downgrade from the current version 1.16 to version 1.14 will go without any problems or need something to set somewhere?

I ask why because when I first tried to downgrade to version 1.15 so I always threw out this error ro.build.date.utc 1392739200

(There is currently charge phone otherwise I would not ask you to try it)
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
hi, please first read the whole instruction (the key is down to 1.14, not 1.15), and second, read all comment related. without reading anything, you would not understand the problem with your phone. the problem with you is down to 1.15, that is not possible.
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
Yes, you could say that I know the whole process, but I can not upload my older rom it always throws an error (getprop("ro.build.date.utc").

1392739200

It is therefore true that before this, I did not downgrade the phone to factory settings and erasing any data if it it could affect
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
Say now, your phone is on CN 1.16, is it correct?

If yes, go ahead and downgrade to CN 1.14 using my instruction.

If NO, then is your phone CN 1.15? If yes, then downgrade to CN 1.14. If no, then tell my what is your phone FW?
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
Yes my FW IS now CN 1.16.40_7 20140724_6172
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
do it my friend. downgrade to CN 1.14
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
Ok, I needed to downgrade exactly according to the instructions of your?

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54451457&postcount=21 thx :)
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
yes. you can see how many members did say thanks at the bottom. pls do the same if you succeed. thanks.
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
Yes do not worry about it once I will do the same
[Zenfone 5 General] hardb:
I have a little problem I can not find usb debugging :(

Thank you very much finally did it

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[Zenfone 5 General] tunskie:
Hi

I just bought Zenfone 5( TOOF) with firmware ASUS_TOOF_CUCC_USER_1.1.40.19_20140626 on UK ebay. I have been trying to update the firmware to V1.16.40.50 for WW SKU but it is always failing anytime i tried.I even changed WW on the V1.16.40.50 firmware to CUCC after unzipping,phone detects the firmware update but always fails when updating. Can someone pls help me on how to download the new firmware? Thanks

This is what i have on droidboot(recovery):

Droidboot version: 2.1 BUILD JUN 26 2014 11:52

Product: CUCC_A500
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
CUCC is the CN mainland version.

no need downgrade, things you need to do: download WW 1.14 and up rom using abd method. then upgrade WW 1.16.

*** I heard that no need change name for CUCC, even CUCC 1.15. let me know the result so I can spread the words here. thanks
[Zenfone 5 General] tunskie:
How do i download the WW 1.14 and up rom using abd method? i am a newbie:)
[Zenfone 5 General] quyvinh:
go to post #1 on top, find downgrade section, and read. the downgrade is the whole tutorial about how to use adb to uprom.

***Update: right after we talked, this member has posted the brief instruction: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54733674&postcount=41 anyway, if you are not clear, you can read more in my downgrade section, it is very clear.
[Zenfone 5 General] tunskie:
Thanks alot! Will try later:good::good
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
The mistake you are doing is

------------------

Hei I also had the same problem like you. Took me a while to figure it out. Try removing the space after 148 i.e. type like this

echo 148>/data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf/jit_reset_offset

Good Luck
[Zenfone 5 General] hristcroixqwerty:
Okay i'll try it when I get home! Thank! :good:
[Zenfone 5 General] spix123:
Those instructions include download for zenfone 6 not zenfone 5, be careful as it could ruin phone using a zenfone 6 rom.
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
Let me know

Let me know if it works. If so I will make a message to OP to edit it since many people have made the mistake !:)

It should work because I have installed Xposed on my phone . Good luck
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
Then you have to do the ADB sideload. Go and download the Firmware from asus website and now you will get completely stock rom
[Zenfone 5 General] dewankpant:
ADB sideload and checking locked bootloader

i am really new to it ,, i don't know about adb sideload and neither i have an idea if my bootloader is locked or unlocked , sorry , if you could help me out a little more (please elaborate )
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
Find and download firmware which match ur device current SKU. You should get the stock back.

http://www.asus.com/my/supportonly/ASUS ZenFone 6/HelpDesk_Download/

note* I once deleted the same file (asuslivedemo.apk from t00j) which causing rootzenfone failed to root.
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
This link will guilde you how to do sideload

http://www.asuszenfoneblog.com/2014/07/asus-zenfone-flash-tutorial-via-adb.html

You did only root so your bootloader still stay locked.
[Zenfone 5 General] ianrandy:
i'll download the application and try tonight..

my SDcard was VGen HC 8GB.. i buy it 2 weeks ago at Palembang, South Sumatra - Indonesia.. now i have 1.18 WW firmware..
[Zenfone 5 General] nyanmin:
I found no firmware for my phone model Asus Zenfone 6(Z002). Will the version for T00G also work for me? Thanks.
[Zenfone 5 General] vnzdeath:
Yes it was on, didn't activate it tho, but it is on, on mine.
[Zenfone 5 General] dewankpant:
open ur system update tab in about device there see the name of your current firmware version ,, wether it starts with WW, TW or CN and then download from asus website accordingly :)

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sorry i have one more question, can i directly put the firmware . zip in sd card root and then install it using twrp ? as i have that installed,, or do i need to wipe dalvik cache for that ?
[Zenfone 5 General] scarpeta8:
Guess what I wanted to say was freeze those bloatwares first, then see if the system will hold up, only delete them when you're sure they are not necessary

(one time my OTA update failed bcos the process for some reasons would look for one of these bloatwares during upgrade)
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
Guys but is possible that is possible after the last update for zenfone 5 I've lost completely the vibration!??

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[Zenfone 5 General] phan_tom:
Thanks for the tips

i have firmware 1.13 WW with CN SKU

last night i updated it into 1.14 CN and it was success

but when i try to flash 1.14 WW firmware its not detected by adb in recovery mode

(but detected during droidboot and usb storage mode)

any idea?
[Zenfone 5 General] reinjoy:
-ok, i see most of you who have dared touched the system apps have encountered various headaches---that, i will jot down..:D

-for now, no experiments will be done on freezing and uninstalling bloatwares until a "good list" of bloatwares be posted..

-i smell lots of custom roms coming..watch out zenitezens!

-salute!
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
I believe so since now custom recovery and unlock bootloader are now available

Speaking about bloatwares, here are list of what i have remove:

amazon kindle / asus account / asus demo / browser (use only chrome) / cloud storage (use drive instead) / do it later / email (use aqua mail) / file manager / gmail / google play book / google play game / google play movie and TV / google play music / google newsstand / graffiti board / hangout / mirror / movie studio / music / my asus / omlet chat / party link / pc link / remote link / setup wizard / share link / talkback / weather / web storage / whats next.

so far, everything run smooth without all those apps.
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
How is possible unlock bootloader? I've original recovery! From yesterday my phone doesn't vibrate anymore!!! :(

edit guys pls help me...i've wrong in twrp i've completely delete the os...now the phone doesn't start..i can only go in droidbot!

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[Zenfone 5 General] hellDr0id:
any custom recovery for zenfone 4 ?
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
Guys i've solved my problem with the os but the viber doesn't work

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[Zenfone 5 General] ak1m_wong:
GPS Lock

i have a problem with the GPS, the GPS can't lock the position i already tried at indoor and outdoor. right now after i search on google they recommend to use GPS status & toolbox and reset the gps.

i already download and installed it, but i can't find the reset menu. can you help me to solve this gps unlock? i tried to click anywhere but still can't found the reset button.

below the screenshot of the application
[Zenfone 5 General] Angristan:
Hey

I don't know if it's only me but after the 1.18 update I don't have the wifi problems anymore! Thanks Asus :D
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
Zenfone 6

guys i need yore help please i bought zenfone 6 with CUCC China and i tried to change the freeware but i couldn't and the phone now is now booting to recovery mode any more and its on the ASUS Logo a i can not use the phone any more, so if any one help please
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
I hv a question here since you had removed esp asus demo, have u ever unroot and then reroot your phone?

I onced experienced after deleting asus demo, reroot was failed.

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Can you still go to recovery or not?:confused:

If can try restore factory. You'll lost all data that resides on internal storage.
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
Zenfone on the logo

No i cannot i tried by holding the power + the velum Up but it stay on the ASUS LOGO,

i seems that i installed recovery Img for different phone for 5 instead of 6, Even the ADB it won’t connect,

you hear a sound of the USB connect but you can’t do any thing
[Zenfone 5 General] dyspoid:
Has anyone here experienced any problems with their proximity sensor? Mine is stuck on the screen that is supposed to be active when a flip case is attached, and I can't access the phone or enable debugging. Really annoying.
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
Zenforn 6

No i cannot do that Just the Black screen with ASUS LOGO
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
Did u see a red indicator light appear in second after ASUS logo? Try press volume down when u see that..

If that doesnt help sorry i have no idea.. someone with zenfone 6 here might help.
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
Zenfone 6

Thanks for your help.

i did in once see the red indicator than i did see again

anyway thanks for your help
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
Just press power button + volume up ... it should bring you to a bootloader. At bootloader, there is an option to do factory reset
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
Zenfone

i tried somany time to get in the recovery mode but it won't go there,

if i coud get in ADB will be great
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
You can do factory reset from droidboot (power + volume up) so why you want to go to recovery mode.
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
zenfone 6

I tried to do that but I cannot get to recovery mode , I did (power + volume up) and it won’t get me there, it seem that there is no Recovery mode even I press (power + volume up) it not working

I tried to use the adb sidload to find the devices but It cannot find it
[Zenfone 5 General] itraceyou:
What did you get when you press power + volume up? Nothing happen?

Sorry but i'm trying to see what stage you are
[Zenfone 5 General] salah114:
zenfone 6

Actually nothing it stay on the ASUS LOGO and won’t or you cannot do anything .

i will try to send it back to the seller that I bought from for the warranty.
[Zenfone 5 General] hellDr0id:
guys ?
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Need help please with Zenfone 6

Dear All

Will appreciate your help and assistance,

Yesterday I received the phone and it seems that seller send me the WW version as you can see in the attached photos,

I'm not sure 100% that its the WW version could you confirm that?

My problem is the phone didn't recognize any firmware update,

i try all the WW firmwares from asus website from 1.14 to 1.17 and didnt got notice for update when remove the USB,

What can i do to update the phone to the latest version?

I dont want and neither dont need to root the phone.

Thanks in advance my friends
[Zenfone 5 General] pacman44:
Thats not a WW phone. It has a WW rom(firmware).

1. Root.

2. Install TWRP.

3. Upgrade to 1.14WW with TWRP.

4. Download 1.18WW , extract the downloaded zip file, another zip file pops out!

5. In the second zip file search the path: \META-INF\com\google\android\updater-script

6. Edit the updater-script file, removing the line "assert(getprop("ro.build.asus.sku") == "WW");"

7. Copy the zip with the edited file in the phone and flash it with TWRP!

Thats it! My Z5 its a CUCC, but with 1.18WW (latest) firmware!

It may be necessary to reinstall TWRP after 1.14WW flash and again after 1.18WW!

(with every firmware update TWRP seems to go away, maybe cause I wipe everything :D )
[Zenfone 5 General] ahhl:
OP, can pin this to first page
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Thanks dear,

Please clarify what is TWRP?
[Zenfone 5 General] DiegoEnzo:
google is your friend.
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Dear,

You are right its CUCC,

So if its now WW version why i can't update to latest WW version

So what should i do now?

If i do factory reset, is it will work out for me
[Zenfone 5 General] Tctien342:
Cyanogenmod !!

:D:D:D Can we have a cyanogenmod rom for this phone ?? :3
[Zenfone 5 General] pacman44:
Its not WW. Its still CUCC but the phone can run oher firmware versions,

but you have to masquerade these other versions like they were CUCC.

So, you need TWRP for zenfone to flash(install) a modded (changed) WW

firmware to your CUCC phone: http://xdaforums.com/android/general/twrp-asus-zenfone-5-t2855630

Find someone who can help you with this thing, you seem out of your depth with it!
[Zenfone 5 General] napster22:
hey guys, can you help me. i cant boot to droidboot anymore...i installed cwm, since then i cant get into droidboot mode.but i can go to recovey. i tried to flash recovery but no luck.
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Dear Thanks a lot

If i make factory reset, and then update to WW 1.14 with change the name of the file to CUCC,

is it work out for me without root?

As it seems the store that i bought it form change the rom to WW but the version number isnt clear at all its 9.3.......

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Dear Pacman

1. root done successfully

2. Instal TERP from play store

3. dont sucess to flash 1.14 with TWRP, will you please help and assist with instructions for how to do it?

4. Didnt find version 1.18 at asus website
[Zenfone 5 General] pacman44:
anything you need is here:

http://support.asus.com/download.as...ne+5&p=39&s=1&os=32&hashedid=96nqlxHp1VKV4Rdz

Firmwares and windows usb drivers for your zenfone.

TWRP its not in the play store, get it from here: http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2908981&d=1408799544

install the attachement!
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Thank you Dear

But my zenfone is 6 not 5,

there isnt 1.18 for 6

so it will be ok for me to do your steps instructions?

Do you know if will i do factory reset it will be more easy to update to latest WW version?
[Zenfone 5 General] ahhl:
z6

but can't find full downloadable at asus websitr
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
Tasker

Is there anybody who has tinkered with Tasker on their ZenFones ? I tried to make couple of tweaks but none of them would work. So I went ahead and downloaded a few tweaks already complied by other people from website ! Event those did not work !!

Has anybody tried out Tasker and did it work on Zen ?
[Zenfone 5 General] scarpeta8:
It works on mine
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
Thanks for the reply

Thank you. Could you tell me the names of couple of tweaks that did work in yours ?

Like for example - Does plugging in headset makes music app open and start playing
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
Guys but with last update is possible to settings 8 mpx? I see max 2 mpx how is possible?

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[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
What is BRApps?

Ok guys.. remember BRApps.apk that i've mentioned earlier which resides in system/app folder (Z5 update v1.18......)

By using luckypatcher to disable .apk signature verification, i managed to install this app as user app and run it (see screenshots attached).

What it actually do is listing out additional apps which will link to playstore.. most of them are related to Brazillian apps which i think not necessary to install.. at least for me myself, and most probably not a must to you too. Therfore i think this app safe to be removed though system not install it automatically when u upgrade to v1.18xxxxx

Wonder why Asus let this app in their Z5 firmware update... :confused:
[Zenfone 5 General] scarpeta8:
My tasks are relatively simple, like setting call forwarding depending on my location, or turning off connection at specific times.
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
Are you sure bro? I think you are looking at front camera settings.. not the rear.

And btw if you noticed Asus not include the latest app in each firmware update. If you have update those apps from playstore before upgrading firmware, you need to redownload them.. unless you've titanium backup them 1st :cool:
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
Bro I've checked the settings are equal in both case!! I'm confused

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[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
That's true :good:
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
Thanks for clearing it up !

Strange indeed !!!
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Help in changing ZF 6 SKU from CUCC to WW

Dear Brothers

Still didn't success

My ZF 6 came with WW ROM with strange version number, and the SKU in the drodroid is CUCC

Could some one please adv me if it work out to me if i do below steps

1. unroot it as i root it yesterday

2. factory reset

2. update to official 1.14.50 WW after change/rename the WW>CUCC

Will appreciate your assistance

Thank you
[Zenfone 5 General] thebuginyou:
Thanks a lot for indexing the stuff

Hope to see a separate thread soon... Zenfone 5&6 could be on same boat.

Just got mine, will start playing soon :)
[Zenfone 5 General] Mushroo:
Hello!

I'm having a problem with my Zenfone 5 : I can't turn on my Zenfone, otherwise, I will have a big USB logo on the screen, and I can't do anything else. On my screen I have got a big USB logo on my screen. I can't access recovery, I have a "no command" message. I can only acces to fastboot, but I can't flash any rom because my bootloader is locked. Before my Zenfone went "USB Logo problem", I tried to update my phone using ADB SIdeload, but it failed.

Thanks for answering.
[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Help please :highfive::eek::o
[Zenfone 5 General] Solitario88:
Yes dear i've checked the settings are in auto mode if I choose other mode I can select the 8mpx

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[Zenfone 5 General] MeniBI:
Dear Bro,

See below

ASUS_T00G_user_9.13.40.8_20160516_191074 release-201601130121_010175
[Zenfone 5 General] Mushroo:
Well, I found the recovery.img, and I still can't boot the recovery, I still have the "no command" message.
[Zenfone 5 General] Mushroo:
Still not working.
[Zenfone 5 General] hristcroixqwerty:
better bring it on Asus..
[Zenfone 5 General] blue_algae:
hangouts crash when calling via GV

So google voice and hangouts integration finally happened. However, whenever I make a phone call hangouts crashes just right after connecting. Anybody else have the same problem?
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
When u get this "no command" screen, have you try press+hold volume- key + press+release volume+ ?
[Zenfone 5 General] Sisqo:
Asus just released z5 kernel source, any devs who can build cm11?
[Zenfone 5 General] Wolfillete:
And who can fix wifi problems :silly:
[Zenfone 5 General] Krozalid:
Zenfone 5 1.18 FW update

1.4.2r root not working. Any fix for this?
[Zenfone 5 General] Mushroo:
Well, it's working! So look like I have got my recovery back?
[Zenfone 5 General] sgsI9003:
There is newer root app 1.4.4 & working fine

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54526998&postcount=5
[Zenfone 5 General] Mushroo:
That's it! My Zenfone is working now!

Thanks to those who helped me :D
[Zenfone 5 General] qwerty_hazard:
? mine not fix yet
[Zenfone 5 General] blue_algae:
anybody else having the same issue? I tried reinstalling both hangouts dialer and hangouts update and then sideloaded 2.3 to no avail.

I guess I better wait for the official 2.3 instead of side loading.

and mine started to restart by itself 2x already. argh :(
[Zenfone 5 General] sgsI9003:
Yes I updated today with root survival mode checked in supersu. Ota updated to 1.18 perfectly normal and did not need to root again.
[Zenfone 5 General] Krozalid:
Still not able to root the 1.18 FW even with the latest root app. Any assistance would be much appreciated.
[Zenfone 5 General] ichigo_kurosaki:
New Zeny user here.:D

i noticed it too bro. the new update seems to keep track of what you were last doing and if you open the app drawer again, it quickly goes to where you left off.:D it's kinda annoying as you say.

on a side note, i am happy that finally Zenfone has a Forum now here on xda. i have been a member since last year.:D and i do hope to see custom roms for our device soon as this device is the easiest to root..only with one app but i won't root mine yet as this is still under warranty.:D
[Zenfone 5 General] Tom G Alex:
Yes. I noticed your post yesterday. I have also enabled Root Survival mode in SuperSU. I dont think the one provided by Root App works at all !

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Try old root apps. Ensure you follow the instructions to the point. Sometimes even if the device is rooted, it may not show. In that case, try downloading SU and see if it is able to get root right. if all fails, take your device to a friend or relative who knows the game well and ask them for help :)
[Zenfone 5 General] sgsI9003:
Rooting works fine but if your last attempt has failed that might fail your next attempt since part of the files may have been on your system.

Follow this guide I posted word by word

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54526998&postcount=5

The OTA Survival mode in SuperSU has to be enabled else OTA will fail, I just updated to 1.18 yesterday using this method & root survived without any problem.
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
Did you installed xposed installer before ota update?

What did you mean by "checked in supersu" :confused: does it mean we need to full unroot in supersu as screenshot attached?

Sorry, i'm asking this bcoz everytime i do ota update it will give error (even with rootzenfone1.14r). Every ota update i need 1st to uninstall xposed framework and all other apps that require root to ensure ota update success even i've activated root survival mode.
[Zenfone 5 General] k0m3n9:
Thanks bro.. will apply this on next ota update :good: