yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Correct. When you have downloaded the march-N6F26Uzip (link in the OP). You may use it as a template.

See previous post.

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/help/best-to-debloat-stock-rom-t3589522/post71863730#post71863730/
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Holysmoke99:
did developer retire this rom?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] HueyT:
For now, try PureZ or SkyDragon for latest May security updated, stock Nougat 7.1.1 roms
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Comparing N6F26Y an N6F27C I found a new folder 'vendor/lib/mediadrm'.

Today I've read an article about Netflix and DRM. Netflix uses now Widevine DRM of Google.

The Netflix app is not visible in the Playstore listings when the device is rooted.

The Netflix app version 4.16.0 is still working.

I think it's wise to backup/copy this APK.

(data/app/com.netflix.mediaclient-1)
[Nexus 6 Android Development] spiral777:
N6

Is the may update zip flashable?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
I flashed a homemade zip inTwrp-recovery.

So no complete ROM; it contains only the changed system files of N6F27C. (Compared with N6F26Y of April)
[Nexus 6 Android Development] cturnbull802:
in for updates, just came from, 5.1.1 to this.

so far so good.. i hope i get a little better battery life to stretch this phone until the pixel 2 comes out

:good::good::good::good::good:
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
The dev of this lite ROM has leaved the N6 probably.

The Nexus 6, will only get security updates.

I flashed only the changed system files.

In June I will report here about changed files, when the new factory image for the N6 is available.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Dan's last lite stock ROM concerns the march 2017 security update: N6F26U

Because we can expect more security patches I've compared the factory updates/images of March, April and May.

Rather few files were different. I've updated my N6 by flashing the changed files only.

Just to keep the current data partition(decrypted) and root access.

Compare results

N6F26U (March) - N6F26Y (April) = 297 system files different

N6F26Y (April) - N6F27C (May) = 20 system files different, 1 new.

The May update contains a new bootloader (72.03)

Recovery flashable zips

There were requests to share my homemade recovery-flashable-zips.

The recovery flashable zips are now on AFH. These zips contains only the changed system files.

Thx to [MENTION=803530]Droidphilev[/MENTION] for the zip-template.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=181867

Advice

Before flashing in recovery, make a full nandroid backup.

Bootloader 72.03

Recovery flashable new bootloader version 72.03 is in the thread of Q9Nap:

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/development/fxz-nexus-6-recovery-flashable-fastboot-t3066052/

Next security patch

In June I'll compare the system files again. When rather few system files are different, I'll upload a new zip to AFH.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] giannis_mathiou:
Great now I can go back to stock :) Thank you very much for your sharing.

Edit: Flashed both just now without a single problem.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
[MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION]

VERY usefull, thank you!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
https://eu.dl.twrp.me/shamu/twrp-3.1.1-0-shamu.img

https://dl.twrp.me/shamu/twrp-3.1.1-0-shamu.img

New version of TWRP-recovery for Nexus 6 (Shamu) available.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] droidstyle:
Flashed the system update file and worked flawless. Thanks!!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] rgraville:
Interesting. I had not noticed this. I am running 4.16.1 and sure enough, Netflix is not appearing in my Google Play anymore. 4.16.1 is still working. Made a Titanium backup. Now I will have to look for third party APK exports for Netflix? Ugh.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
I've just copied the version 4.16.0-apk from data/app/com.netflix.mediaclient-1 to my sdcard. Just in case a reinstall is needed.

It's thinkable that Netflix will change the app to work only with DRM (Widevine).
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Strephon Alkhalikoi:
You could switch from SuperSU to Magisk. I tested Magisk on my Galaxy S4, and with the Magisk Hide feature on had no problem getting Netflix from the Play Store.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Mega Montana:
Installing Netflix from Apk mirror works well too and no rigging anything either.

http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/netflix-inc/
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Keep a copy of the current version !

I don't trust Netflix and Google, because rooted devices are banned from play store. But that doesn't mean Netflix apps will not auto-update.

After all on rooted devices we cannot uncheck the auto-update of Netflix apps.

And I've seen that Google added DRM stuff to the so called security patches of the N6.

Remembering my English teacher, saying

'There's something rotten in the state of Denmark'
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
Which buildnumber do you have for 4.16.0 NLBeev?

OT, sorry
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
build 15122.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] parawood:
New images are up.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Tomorrow I will compare the system files of N6F27C and N6F27E.

EDIT:

Bootloader 72.03 and radio 5.45 did not change. Same as in May update.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
N6F27E June update contains only 15 different system files,

compared with the previous security update.

Flashing only 15 files in TWRP-recovery worked on my Nexus 6.

N6F27C-N6F27E-system-changes-only.zip is only 20Mb.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=181867

Previous update-zips, same link..

Bootloader 72.03. and Radio 5.45.

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/development/fxz-nexus-6-recovery-flashable-fastboot-t3066052/

SuperSU 2.82.

XDA-thread: https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=72429329

Flashable: https://download.chainfire.eu/1113/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.82-20170528234214.zip
[Nexus 6 Android Development] careingemt:
.... Worked perfectly fine for me

Thanks

---------- Post added at 11:59 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:14 AM ----------

Can't turn on Bluetooth and when I do it manually ... I get a pop-up "Bluetooth share has stopped"
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
On my N6 Bluetooth is working, before and after update. I've the following Bluetooth files:

System/app/Bluetooth/Bluetooth.apk

System/app/Bluetooth/lib/arm/lib/bluetooth_jni.so

System/app/Bluetooth/oat/arm/Bluetooth.odex

System/lib/hw/bluetooth.default.so

EDIT

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120738435

Flash in recovery N6F27C-N6F27E-system-changes-bt-n6f27c.zip. This restores the above mentioned files.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Since March I have updated my Nexus 6 to N6F27E, by flashing the changed system files only.

This works for me, but not for everybody.

For everybody that likes the rom in the OP, I have made an updated version N6F27E (june).

Lite stock rom 7.1.1. Debloated in the spirit of the OP.

Lite N6F27E with supersu 2.79

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195905976

Lite N6F27E with supersu 2.82

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634775970

Notes

See previous posts/links in the thread in case the bootloader/radio needs an update.

Make a full backup before flashing. A dirty flash was tested only on my Nexus 6.

Google app forced closed. The data of Google app needed to be cleared. (settings-apps-google app-storage).
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
Sorry for the tricky question: but not force encrypting in this case? Or use the FED patcher to be sure. Thanks for this NLBeev. Far more handy than the small zips :)
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
The N6F27E rom contains the same boot.img as in the March rom in the OP. And superSu is also in the ROM. And I flashed Franco's kernel r67 afterwards.

That's why I think FED patcher is not needed.

Also dirty flashing seems possible. I've tested it on my unencrypted N6. Only Google app needed a reset because I use a black version of the TBO-team.

Because the small zips are successful on my N6, I will continue this experiment when the next update arrives.

When other users are interested in a full updated version of the rom in the OP.

Just post it here. I will also make an updated version of this rom.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
Thank you for continuing the incremental and (hopefully) the full zips NLBeev!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] giannis_mathiou:
You are the reason I'm always coming back to stock...
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Guapo613:
So both ROMS you listed need the 7.1.1 bootloader and radio flashed first before flashing the actual ROM or is it (bootloader/radio) included in both ROMS?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Bootloader and radio are not in this ROMs.

I think it's the best to flash Bootloader 72.03 first.

There is a thread of Q9nap with a collection of recovery flashable zips. The link can be found in a few posts above this one.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] cujo6801:
Never flash backwards with bootloader

"Sent from the Dog Pound"

---------- Post added at 01:50 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:49 PM ----------

Don't know if that's what you're talking about doing..

but just don't do it

"Sent from the Dog Pound"
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Good point. Downgrading the Bootloader can brick the device.

At this moment the latest version of the Bootloader for the Nexus 6 is: 72.03
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Guapo613:
[MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION], I flashed your updated ROM of the OP's ROM and it's working like a champ
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Thx for the feedback. Also flashing Franco's kernel after a reboot, works on my Nexus 6.

I think updating a prerooted lite stock ROM for the Nexus 6 makes sense as long as security patches will be released.

Now we have become a minority I got the idea to make this ROM 'xlite', by removing non used language stuff (Korean, Chinese, Japanese), wallet, daydreams.

How do you think about that?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Guapo613:
That would be a great idea. Maybe a pre-rooted one and a un-rooted also as long as it's Xtra lite.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] knudsen83:
I've noticed that my wifi tethering is no longer unlimited. I'm not sure when it changed since I don't use it all the time. Anyone else notice this? Is it a rom deal or a separate deal?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
In this ROM the kernel is the same as in the previous version. It's not logical to me that 'limitation' has to do with kernel/ROM.

In a few days I will release a xlite version of this ROM with Google's new boot image and latest superSu.

But I prefer to flash Franco's kernel r67; works good on my N6 and..... better battery life.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
Would be nice but on the other hand: some stuff you mention cannot be installed by the user i think. Maybe this can be a problem for some. I also do think it would be better to release the rom unrooted TBH.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
OK I'll drop the xLite idea,

What's the advantage?

Flashing the original factory image will be enough.

BTW for an unencrypted Nexus 6, an unrooted ROM will cause problems, because the boot.img will not be is patched. Forced encryption will be active.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Droidphilev:
Hmm... i wouldn't drop it immediately TBH. Maybe we can check for things that can be left out but also can be installed afterwards.

About root: This is strange. My device was unencrypted since day one and never had any trouble running unrooted roms. I usually have an unrooted rom installed (as secondary) for security purposes (banking apps etc etc). It's no problem for me personally as i deleted the supersu folder from your zip.

BTW: are you on Telegram? Maybe we can discuss in our own language. :)
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
I presume that the Bootloader and Radio have not changed since the May update. If they did, please advise.

Thank you!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Bootloader 72.03, Radio 5.45 did not change in the Nexus 6 June update
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
Thanks, I've been updating my Nexus 6 manually from the Google Factory Images site and then debloating a little, by removing some System Apps that I don't use. I just wanted to make sure that what I have matches, which it does. Thank you!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Yes, good method. Since march I'm updating by flashing only the system files that have been changed. And recently also a superSU 2.82-SR1. Still working.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
Install without issue, thanks
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
I did some trial/error with unrooting this Rom. SuperSU patches the boot.img. The forced encryption is changed.

When an unrooted version of this rom is flashed, all data including personal data (sdcard) will be wiped at reboot, when the data partition is unencrypted.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] finesse:
Just flash the update zip? I am still on march release...
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
I downloaded and flashed this zip it's the whole rom made by another commenter.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195905976

I wiped everything but internal storage and flashed the zip. I then flashed supersu and rebooted and setup my phone new.

I'm not sure if you can dirty flash but make a back up 1st before just to be safe. You can also use titainuim bu to back all apps and restore after installing rom. However you might have to boot to recovery and wipe cache, and delvik so you don't run into a ton of FC's

Remember to backup backup backup.....
[Nexus 6 Android Development] parawood:
July images are out for the Nexus 6.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
July update N6F27H. Bootloader 72.03, Radio 5.45 and boot.img same as in June (N627E).

Compared system.imgs N6F27E-N6F27H = 154 differences.

I'll test a flashable zip to flash the changed files only.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
N6F27E-N6F27H-system-changes-only.zip

Result of comparing the system.imgs of N6F27E and N6F27H: 154 different files.

Bootloader, radio and boot.img are the same as in the june update.

Link 1: flashable zip with 154 changed system files (N6F27E - N6F27H) .

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298969215

Link 2: general link to all zips with changed system files only:

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=181867

The incremental update was tested on my Nexus 6 with 7.1.1. june update N6F27E, rooted.

After flashing in TWRP-recovery, rebooting takes some more time.

Advice: make a backup in TWRP first, before flashing the zip with changed system files.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
Flashed without issue, please note does take much longer on 1st boot. Other than that no issues
[Nexus 6 Android Development] parawood:
Working well. Dirty flashed. As others said, longer initial boot.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
N6F27H - lite stock rom - july2017 - su282sr1

Since March 2017 I've updated my Nexus 6 by flashing the changed system files only.

The incremental updates work without issues on my Nexus 6.

In case of issues, flashing a complete rom could be helpful.

For those who need or prefer a complete rom I've made an updated version of the lite stock rom mentioned in the OP.

Link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298969384
[Nexus 6 Android Development] khourie73:
hi gents. what kernel do you use with this rom
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Stroky:
Thank you very much for this update!

Flashed it over the March build without an issue.

After that followed by the ex Kernel.

Gesendet von meinem Xperia Z2 Tablet Wifi mit Tapatalk
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
I like Elemetal X.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] cswroe:
Nice work and thank you for sharing.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
No more support for Dan?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Strephon Alkhalikoi:
Possibly not. Support for the N6 will end in October, and all that Google is releasing right now is security updates. Other than the security updates there's little point in updating a debloated stock ROM. What [MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION] is doing is essentially what Dan would be doing, except Dan would integrate the updates into the ROM proper. Honestly, NLBeev's method sucks up less bandwidth since it only provides the updated files from the stock ROM.

Dan must be incredibly busy in what passes for the real world. He last visited on the 9th of July, but hasn't posted anything since late April.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
I see. Because i am planning to buy another nexus 6. This is the only rom i used for my previous nexus 6. But if dan doesnt update it anymore i might just use my new nexus 6 stock without root. Btw, what is the latest OTA firmware for the nexus 6? What month and what version 7.x.x? Tia
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
I accept that this thread is not a priority, but there is a complete version.

Complete ROM in post #4321
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
A lot of users still depend on your selfless work [MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION]. So on their behalf, thank you!
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Guapo613:
I can't thank you enough for keeping this ROM alive. This is the best, Nexus 6 ROM in my opinion.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] msignor:
Is there any chance you could include WIFI Hotspot checks being disabled?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Playstore. Hotspot Control of Chainfire.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
Dan, maybe you using a different phone now?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] X0LARIUM:
Any plans to make a 7.1.2 or Android O in Lite?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Strephon Alkhalikoi:
Probably not. To provide a lite ROM a stock ROM would be needed. The Nexus 6 isn't receiving Android updates newer than Android 7.1.1, thus there is no Android 7.1.2 stock ROM to be had. Google months ago mentioned this device would not receive an official build of Android O when it becomes available, so there will be no stock ROM there. Finally, the developer I believe no longer has this device.

If wanting Android 7.1.2 or later, you need to look elsewhere.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] X0LARIUM:
Which I did...but the Lite version is by far the BEST ROM I have had on my N6 hands down. So was just curious if we were going to get lucky in the future...thanks for your reply though... :good:
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
Does this already comes with SU root right away?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
Yes pre rooted as listed in the op
[Nexus 6 Android Development] cujo6801:
Hey man...

sounds like you're implying he should have read the OP

now that's just crazy....

"Sent from the Dog Pound"
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
now after installing the ROM, im stuck now from the GOOGLE logo with the unlocked icon for almost 30mins now! :( i came from Pure nexus rom...

edit: something is wrong with [MENTION=3769449]nlee[/MENTION]v link. it wont boot after flashed, tried dans 3/14/17 rom flashed it and phone gets boot with no problem. maybe [MENTION=3769449]nlee[/MENTION]v will checked his files.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
Nleev I believe only posted the changed files only zip with you have to flash over Dan's it's not a complete rom. Only the files that were changed from previous months update. You can avoid issues by reading the op or the entire thread, once you do that always make a backup let me say that again Make A Backip
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
When coming from a non-stock ROM you need a clean flash of a complete version of the lite stock rom mentioned in the OP.

And probably also an update of bootloader and radio. Also check if you have the latest version on TWRP-recovery. And make u full backup with TWRP before flashing anything.

Flashable bootloader/radio links are in the useful thread of [MENTION=1567974]Q9Nap[/MENTION]:

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=59728002

In post #4321 is a link to a complete and updated lite stock ROM for the Nexus 6.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
Thank you. Im on the june lite increments now. I didnt know that there s a pre req. Needed. To flash ur updated one. Now im good. I read the posts from last couple of months. Thanks again for updating the rom.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
Do you guys changed the ppi? How much do you recommend?

[MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION] what franco kernel you are using? 67 or the latest 69?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Fkernel R69

After installing rootswitch I've reflashed su282sr1 and fkernel R69.

Display.

PPI 493, font size:large; Nova launcher for smaller icons.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] AlexX-DE:
[MENTION=528201]NLBeev[/MENTION] Do you know the difference between N6F27I and N8I11B in August release?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
On the road at the moment.

First idea is that N6F27I is the 'normal' update of N6F27H.

Next week I am able to compare both updates.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] caloyzki:
How come i cant use my samsung gear s2 with the rom? Gear S plug in wont install. It says that your device isnt compatible with this version. Which is working fine before root, stock rom. :(

Guys, i know we cant get OTA the monthly updates anymore, but how can we install the monthly updates? With or without rooting? We need to unlocked bootloader? I need to use my smartwatch and android pay. Tia
[Nexus 6 Android Development] AlexX-DE:
XDA is linking the August factory image to N8I11B....

https://www.xda-developers.com/android-security-bulletin-updates/
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
'

http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/0...-7-0-ota-update-nexus-6-phones-running-7-1-1/

N8l11B could be the follow up of this.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] junioramboy:
For those who can't wait.

I downloaded the OTA zip, flashed using Flashfire. Profit!

Shamusent
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
I downloaded N8I11B and flashed. It is definitely 7.1.1 and is working well on my Nexus 6. Perhaps the N6F27I initial file is the 7.0.0 OTA?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Good to know N8I11B is working.

I am curious. But to compare the images I need my PC. Maybe next Monday.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
About the two August updates

https://amp.reddit.com/r/nexus6/comments/6s6ts2/two_august_2017_otas_available_for_nexus_6_which/
[Nexus 6 Android Development] Alxoom33:
Does anyone know if the August updates include a new bootloader or radio?
[Nexus 6 Android Development] cujo6801:
That would be a no and a no

"Sent from the Dog Pound"
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
The differences between N6F27I and N8I11B concern mainly the boot.img. Bootloader 72.03 and radio 5.45 did not change.

The files in the system.img's are the same; except build.prop, setupwizard and install library. Probably because these files contains a different version number.

According to Reddit the boot.img of N8I11B contains code for Verizon.

https://www.google.nl/amp/s/amp.red...august_2017_otas_available_for_nexus_6_which/
[Nexus 6 Android Development] NLBeev:
Comparing N6F27H and N6F27I

a. bootloader 72.03 and radio 5.45 not changed.

b. boot.img N6F27I changed.

c. system: 138 files different, mainly odex files.

Recovery flashable zip containing only the changed system files .

N6F27H-N6F27I-system-changes-only.zip (80Mb)

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120755031

This is not a ROM. The zip does not contain boot.img, bootloader or radio.

Only for the Nexus 6 with an updated bootloader and updated lite stock rom (July 2017) and a custom kernel.

Quickly update N6F27H to N6F27I .

Tested on my Nexus 6.

Advice: Before flashing make a full nandroid backup with TWRP.

--- Added at 08:08 lite ROM N6F27I ---

Updated lite stock rom. N6F27I. Security update August 2017. Prerooted with SuperSU 282 SR1.

N6F27I-Lite-7.1.1-su282sr1.zip (739Mb)

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298978206

Dirty flashing needs:

- an updated bootloader 72.03

- previous lite stock rom N6F27H.

Otherwise a clean flash is needed.

Advice: Before flashing make a full nandroid backup with TWRP.
[Nexus 6 Android Development] tsjanda:
Super smooth, best update to date