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[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
Hi,

I did everything according to the instructions, but cannot enter the Custom Recovery. :crying:

I tried and CWM and TWRP.

ADB Tool shows that all goes well, but when I press any combination of buttons to enter the Recovery, Tablet enters in the bootloader ...

Now cannot install a different ROM, because it does not start Stock Recovery to initiate dload, it enters the bootloader and standing there.

Do you have any idea what to do ...?

:(

Edit: From Now as soon as plug the USB cable Tablet lights up ...

Edit: Nothing deleted on the internal SD card... Still I can see my old files
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Can you explain what did you did last? Recovery, system, and cust images are flashed with fastboot in bootloader mode. There is only twrp recovery image here to download.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
it Works

Thank you very much for your help in PM. With this Recovery2 in Post #2, Tablet works beautifully, and the entire process is quick and easy.

Root and TWRP Recovery I have, I can adjust the rest ... :laugh::good:
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Thanks for the info. I updated first post with more info on how to resolve issue if stuck in bootloader, unable to boot to recovery!
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Now that we are unlocked we should make some presure (send emails) to Huawei to release kernel source!
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
It would be interesting to see is it somehow possible to flash 701w with 701u FW, because as I can see on my tablet, it seems that SIM connector is here, but filled with some kind of rubber sponge material.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
It is posibble. Just use system and cust images from u version. I am not sure if the sim connector is in. Cant get that sponge out.

Edit: that factory unlocked update.app is from u version anyway

Edit2 I think that all roms are similar they just disabled some stuff for wifi version with config files.

like /cust/channel/*/prop/local.prop

ro.config.wifi.only=true
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
Is there any link to see how to disassemble this tablet?

It would be much easier to put the sponge out with removed back plate.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] gogy3d:
Viper4Android

Thanks to iodak i rooted my tablet,everything works perfectly,but i cant install viper4Android...driver not install because busybox not work or i am not have fully rooted device..Viper4Android that say...:mad:Any solution?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
I installed Busybox after I turned off "Mount namespace separation" in SuperSu

---------- Post added at 05:16 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:04 PM ----------

there was a problem: as soon as I push cable in tablet, from the charger or computer, tablet turn on, although previously it was switched off. Now I can not recharge when tablet is switched off, just when he is turned on... :confused:
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
I didn't do offline charging. I will see what i can do. That is not really a problem.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] gogy3d:
Me too---there is a problem offline charging,they not there.. i turn cable in charger tablet is turn on,only online charging,why?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
The truth is, this is not a problem, but it is unusual ... :)
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Andalitez:
Same here.Im unable to load recovery unless i use ADB command on PC???

Any help?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Vol down when powering on will get you to recovery.

Also in terminal emulator app

su

reboot recovery
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
I have to hold the buttons Power and Vol- right up to the moment when it appears Huawei logo. Then go into TWRP Recovery.

If I let a moment sooner or later, can not enter the recovery.

Although there are small imperfections, I'm very satisfied, thanks IODAK :good:
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] gogy3d:
I use https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.siriusapplications.quickboot&hl=hr quickboot to go in recovery.App needs root.

Or use standard procedure hold vol- power on...

Who knows when is build custom rom for S8-701W?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Andalitez:
Thanks guys.I'm able to use terminal emulator and apps to reboot into recovery but when I power on holding vol- the tablet boots then restarts almost immediately. Any other ideas?when should I hold volume - ?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
Try this: Flash original-stock recovery.img from post #1, go into Recovery, restart the tablet, and then flash recovery2. img. from post #2. For Me one of them is not working (bigger), and one of them works (smaller) ...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] gogy3d:
Try this hold volume + and - together and power button 10 sec..after that volume -.and recovery should be work..flash recovery2.. They are best working recovery
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I e-mailed them asking for source, and all of you should.

Since it has Qualcomm SoC (not MediaTek with it's GPL sh*t), the only reason for a company to hide it would be that W can be converted to U model by simply flashing kernel with radio enabled (although we can try that already by flashing U's kernel to unlocked device).

BTW, did anyone try disassembling it? I'm curious about the SIM slot but I don't see a way to open it except heating the front to soften the glue (like HD2, for example).
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Andalitez:
Hi guys.Was able to get into recovery successfully using the button combo.

Thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
I tried to pluck a sponge from Sim slot, but I failed.

If anyone knows how to disassembling, I would see if there is Sim slot
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I managed to barely pry it open on the edges, but can't go any further since I don't have any tools at hand right now.

Also, I'm getting the kernel source soon.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
From who? did they answer on email? I didnt get any answer for 40 days. They only answer on facebook page. please share when you get source.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Disassamble should be same like on this video:

http://youtu.be/Y_DAhV7MM9U
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
HELP please!

When I flash SYSTEM.IMG I get the error : FAILED : remote - data too large

What do I do now?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Try to unpack it again! What device you have? post here

adb shell

cat /proc/partitions
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
I have the T1 8Gb - S8-701uV100R001C199B003

I have downloaded the same version that it came with, but I am trying another one soon. I have unzipped and used the Huawei tool to unpack again but same problem.

cat /proc/partitions

major minor #blocks name

253 0 196608 zram0

179 0 7634944 mmcblk0

179 1 512 mmcblk0p1

179 2 32 mmcblk0p2

179 3 32 mmcblk0p3

179 4 500 mmcblk0p4

179 5 500 mmcblk0p5

179 6 5592 mmcblk0p6

179 7 1024 mmcblk0p7

179 8 65536 mmcblk0p8

179 9 4096 mmcblk0p9

179 10 4096 mmcblk0p10

179 11 98304 mmcblk0p11

179 12 4096 mmcblk0p12

179 13 1 mmcblk0p13

179 14 8 mmcblk0p14

179 15 32768 mmcblk0p15

179 16 65536 mmcblk0p16

179 17 8192 mmcblk0p17

179 18 12288 mmcblk0p18

179 19 16384 mmcblk0p19

179 20 524288 mmcblk0p20

179 21 262144 mmcblk0p21

179 22 4096 mmcblk0p22

179 23 786432 mmcblk0p23

179 24 16384 mmcblk0p24

179 25 4096 mmcblk0p25

179 26 16384 mmcblk0p26

179 27 5689327 mmcblk0p27

179 32 4096 mmcblk0rpmb

root@hws8701:/ #
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
That is like on mine device mmcblk0p23 is system 768M. So there must be something with unpacking.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
Please explain the unpacking again in case I am doing something wrong.

I have also tried downloading other versions of the ROM but most of my downloads fail. Can you point me to one that you use and I will try it?

Thanks!

PS: is there another way of flashing the ROM? Can you make a flashable ZIP from it?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Do you use that tool i provided link for? Some tools available leave header file in image so it is bigger. I don't have the time to make flashable zip.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
I followed your instructions. Can you tell me how to make a flashable zip or point me to a link that might explain?

I am still trying to find other versions of the ROM to download - most are still timing out.

My device is rooted and has TWRP running okay. I don't have the Play store and sideloading it fails (it closes as soon as it opens). If I can fix the play store then maybe I can stay on my current ROM (it must be the Russian one still from step 1).
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
I think huawei update extractor has option to create flashable zip.(right click on SYSTEM.img create flashable zip) Didn't tried it.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
Yes it does have the option, but it does not work as there is no profile.xml for the T1 yet. Someone has to create that first.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
This morning I take apart my tablet S8-701w. Unfortunately, there is no Sim port ... on his place was glued tires.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
Can you post some photos?

Are there any free soldering pads on main board at the sim card slot place?

Also, the description of taking apart process would be interesting to see... :o
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Andalitez:
Is there any way to force apps to use the full screen?

I use it,but the name bar is always on the side?

Any ideas?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
Process is the same as here:

http://youtu.be/Y_DAhV7MM9U

One screw must remove, so than can release buckles.

At the screw is something (paint, stickers...?) that must be destroyed that could unscrew. That invalidate your warranty ...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I disassembled it as well and there are solder pads under the sticker. However, I'm unable to find the exact SIM slot which would fit on all the solder pads, and I can't find anything being offered for S8-701u.

Also, does the U version have SIM or micro SIM slot?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
Does the marking SH1S8701UM on the main board mean anything, especially "701U" part?

I would like to see soldering pads too, or the picture of 701U main board, to determine the type of sim-card socket used
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
Here's a photo with sponge removed. What's strange is that, according to the manual, S8-701u version uses the big, standard SIM, but the pads layout here is for the micro SIM. Also notice the strange layout of surrounding shielding. I couldn't find a SIM slot like this anywhere.

Edit: On the second thought, this Galaxy S3 SIM slot looks like it could fit perfectly. I ordered one and it should arrive in a couple of days.

Here is a better close-up.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/pro...I-honor-MediaPad-X1-7D/812966_1742283062.html

This one could fit. If you can see there are soldering pads in the midle of the connector.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
Micro SIM, I had this version a couple of days ...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
I try to compare the close-up picture with the main board pads.

I think the one from Blagus' photo will fit (and probably the others too, I don't believe it's too many types of stadndard sockets), only the front soldering points of the surrounding shield should be bended or shortened - these are marked with red circles. The others are marked with arrows.

And, of course, sim contacts itself must be soldered, too.

It's not a hard job (I usually solder smd components).

Total 13 points to solder.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I don't think so. It does have soldering pads in the middle, but you can see on my photo how these pads are slightly offset to the right, and on your connector they're in the middle.

We'll see in a couple of days, when S3's connector arrives.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Yes, didn't notice that.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
fastboot error - fixed

After many days of struggling to flash a new system image I eventually found out that my version of FASTBOOT was the problem.

Iodak kindly gave me a different version and now everything works!

If you see a message that says "Data too large" then change your version of fastboot.exe
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Everyone ask for new forum for our device

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1660354
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
Yes, I always have several versions of fastboot and its dlls to quickly switch from one to another since lately it's getting more and more messy.

I also posted in forum request thread. I hope that my RD status will come in handy. :)
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
Cannot do TB restore

I am having major hassles restoring anything from TB.

I have fixed permissions, tried the different app processing modes, tried a play store app to fix issues, etc.

Anyone else having issues with TB on this device?

I even created an Update.zip and flashed it ....... nothing.

I sideloaded all my apk's, and when trying to do a backup in TB I get "insufficient storage space". TB does not like the layout of this tablet, from what I can see.

NB: Has anyone tried a full nandroid and restore with TWRP on this device yet?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] darko150:
Have you uncheck "Mount namespace separation" in SuperSu?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
AHHHH! The only thing I didn't try, and it worked!

Thanks for the suggestion.

Nandroid restore works fine too.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] gogy3d:
Thanks to you i successfully install Viper4Android :good:
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Any news about kernel source?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I e-mailed two different EU offices, and global support, and got no response. UK's response was that it's not released on UK market so they don't have those files.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Can someone from China call them to release source? They don't answer to emails. They have to release it because kernel is GPL.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Blagus:
I can now confirm that Galaxy S3 microSIM slot fits our S8-701w perfectly! It's not an easy task when you don't have just the right tools, but it can be done. I have to backup game data on the current firmware and then I'll play with 701u files.

EDIT: Unfortunately,this doesn't work. Test firmware reads board ID as 701w, and any simlock-related commands return unknown.

Fastboot OEM commands might hold the answer. Right now, there's nothing else that can be done.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
Can you post dmesg and logcat?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Ugglaimossen:
Another Success!!! (after some frustration)

Alright! Another 701w unlocked/rooted.

I followed the steps in the first posts, everything went well but I had to flash stock recovery and boot into that and then flash TWRP again to get rid of the bootloader-loop (as the first post describes also).

BUT... I installed a stock chinese ROM and didn't get Google Apps. So I had to try different google-installations and finally found one that worked, a play store apk. Whole evening went for this sh--t but now it works! I'll post the steps here in case anyone else wonders :)

-----------

1) - Install factory unlocked ROM

copy dload folder to root of sdcard

power off

vol down and power on

2) - Install custom TWRP recovery

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot flash recovery recovery2.img

fastboot reboot

3) - Install new ROM

http://www.needrom.com/download/huawei-mediapad-t1-8-0/

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot flash system system.img

fastboot flash cust cust.img

4) - Install stock recovery

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot flash recovery stockrecovery.img

turn off

vol down turn on to enter stock recovery

recovery\factory reset\format data

recovery\reboot

5) - Root

copy supersu to your unit

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot boot recovery2.img

twrp: install\superSU

clean dalvik\cache

reboot

6) - Install Google Play Store

http://www.androidauthority.com/google-play-store-material-design-408536/

adb install Google Play Store_com.android.vending_4.9.13_80290013.apk

Done!
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] iodak:
No! Dont even try it or you will brick your tab.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] matekhr:
Is there any news about possible conversion of our 701w units to 701u?

My micro SIM adapter should arrive soon...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] nachiket_xda:
Sorry for the off topic but there is no dedicated forum for t1 and this is the most active thread for t1.

I want to buy this tablet and I want to know the performance review from guys who owns it.

Is snapdragon 200 worth? Does it lag here and there after 1-2 months use?

I have an option of lg g pad 7.0 v410 which has snapdragon 400. But t1 has bigger screen and bigger battery so I am confused between two.

And how is the screen quality? Do we notice pixels as the pixel density is very less?

Thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] chickenbeefZA:
The battery lasts me around 2 days on average and I mainly use my tablet for browsing and clash of clans.

The SnapDragon 200 is quite weak and the tablet does lag a little in certain apps, when switching apps and when typing (WhatsApp). I got the tablet really cheap (100USD) so I don't really mind the lag.

The screen quality is quite good and the pixels aren't noticeable unless you hold the screen 2-3cm away fro your eye.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Ugglaimossen:
Agree on everything. My phone has S800 and there I play 3D games, here I only use it for surf and simpler games. There is a slight lag sometimes but you get used to that quick. Good screen and battery time.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Bon:
Hello, I am desperately looking for the Greek stock Rom for s8-701u . Can anyone help?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] arisarts:
I also want the greek rom for s8-701u. The western Europe ROM does not include Greece.

Thank you in advance
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] madodesign:
Hello!

Does the method is valid for Huawei MediaPad tablet t1-701u (Huawei MediaPad T1 7.0 ) ?

thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] madodesign:
[MENTION=3443693]iodak[/MENTION] , Is the recovery TWRP you put into the post is valid for use with Huawei MediaPad tablet T1 7.0 ( T1-701u ) ?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] lost3:
try MoreLocale2 it works
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] frumy:
Q:

I root my S8-701w with Perm Root and i want to know if in this condition i can flash TWRP with flashfy and if someoane have a flashable recovery.img for S8-701w, thank you
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] frumy:
[MENTION=3443693]iodak[/MENTION]

Hi, i flash recovery with flashfy ( i know, my mistake :) ) and now dont have any recovery image, when boot in recovery i got mesage "recovery image not valid" i try even stock ecovery, so, do you can help me with cwm recovery or some metod to do this work? Thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] sungsam:
that makes us 3

But i overcome it by installing the russian rom and then using some change locale app as per my post http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=58033793&postcount=31

Bytheway can enyone provide me with the link of s8-701u western Europe ROM ?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] frumy:
Kitkat would be great for our device...if someoane can port a ROM i can pay for it
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Galaxea:
http://www.carbontesla.com/2015/06/huawei-mediapad-t1-701u-b003-emui-3-0-kitkat-firmware/
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] frumy:
I mean S8 701w...thanks anyway :)
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] lost3:
I need your help ,

i found that Huawei give a solution to unlock the bootloader from there site here http://emui.huawei.com/en/plugin.php?id=hwdownload&mod=list

it asks S/N IMEI Product ID , i made an account to Huawei (from my tablet) but when i push Submit . to get the unlock key, i get this massage

"The Huawei ID used to apply for the unlock code has not been used on the device for more than 14 days"???? did any one try to unlock from here and if he-her made it , how he did it ?

P.S. to find your Product ID just open the calculator and type

()()1357946()()

and push =

P.S.2 you can go to secret menu bu typing in calculator

()()2846579()()

and push =
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Con_Sole:
To be able to use Huawei's bootlocker unlock feature you have to have a Huawei ID registered by a mobile number which is possible from the following countrys: +36; +852; +971; +968; +965; +974; +92; +973; +60; +65; +20; +249 without this you will be able to enter all the information just to get this messsage at the end... :(
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] lost3:
But I've made a huawei I'd with email ( it give this option too) and I read here ( in xda) that if I log in to Chinese site they don't put a product id and finish the process
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Con_Sole:
Tested your solution (had to re register on the chineese site) and it works fine. I was able to receive the unlock code after providing all the information...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] lost3:
That's good for you but I still have problems and can't get the unlock code it asks for product I'd and in Chinese site , I made a new account there but ....
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] tommar:
Guys, I have a big problem. I messed badly, and can only enter into recovery. Can anyone make a backup in recovery and upload that so I can restore my tablet? I can't enter bootloader don't know what else to do...
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] bigal1337:
Helping a friend with his T1 701w, he wants to use it in his car as a instrument cluster so the only thing he wants is that the tablet boots on charge.

I having problem with the fastboot, when i try to flash recovery (or anything else) it says permission denied?! Why am i the only one that has this problem?

The tablet has unlocked bootloader (not twrp) and it is rooted.

Any suggestions how to solve my boot problem?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] frumy:
....waiting for a ROM for this but i consider that our S8-701U/W will die with ages 4.3 rom on it...in anyoane know a custom rom for please let us know, thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] dilipg98:
Need Custom ROM even a 4.3 android will do

I have successfully unlocked boot loader and have installed twrp custom recovery but Iam stuck here, failed to flash SYSTEM.img and CUST.img. Though i flashed them successfully when I reboot the device I am stuck in the bootloader again. I couldn't find custom ROM anywhere. Please can anybody post the links of custom ROM , even a 4.3 ROM will be fine
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Master_of_Mouse:
Hello to all. I have a S8-701u B012 with Android 4.3.

I do not understand if the guide on the front page you can upgrade to a newer version of Android.
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] christianssaulo:
is this compatible with my unit?

IS THIS COMPATIBLE WITH MY

HUAWEI MEDIAPAD T1-701uV100R001C209B007
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Uqbar:
Is this also valid for T1-701u?

PLEEEASE, answer! Thanks!
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] ka81:
Is there any clean stable custom firmwares for that tablet?
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] MuhammadBilal:
My media pad t1 701u says phone UnLocked. Does that mean I have an unlocked bootloader? I tried flashing twrp via fastboot but it failed.