yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Moto X Q&A] crack.mech:
I think both links are for the exactly same image. But you can try the filefactory and let me know. It would be great if I can get the stock dialer.
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
OK i will do this week.thinks
[Moto X Q&A] whisper13:
Maybe it has something to do with the stock you used idk but my xt1052 stock removed the lollipop dialer too :) hope this helps
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
I want to downgrade only for dalvik.becouse a half of paid application and games won t work on llolipop ART. So i hope this method work.

---------- Post added at 04:00 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:59 PM ----------

How you did?
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
Hi.livory i want to know if this rom :

http://www.filefactory.com/file/5pi..._4.2.2-13.9.0Q2.X-116-X-17-57_MR1_CFC.xml.zip

work with xt 1053 développer édition.becouse 4.4.4 have dialer llolipop.thinks.

---------- Post added at 05:26 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:23 PM ----------

Thinks livory but i ask about 4.2.2 not 4.4.4.

This ROM:

http://www.filefactory.com/file/5pi..._4.2.2-13.9.0Q2.X-116-X-17-57_MR1_CFC.xml.zip
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Start reading, your questions have been answered already, read 2nd post and the last few pages. There is nothing amI can add on top of what is already said.
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
I ask if someone TRY it. I know what already said.

I ask if you try it.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Read post #75 , I`ve answered you there already.Beyond that I cannot say anything more.I don't own that particular model, therefore I never tried that downgrade.There was a guy who downgraded to 4.4.4 , but dunno if anyone with that model/edition has gone to 4.2.2.
[Moto X Q&A] crack.mech:
Okay, I flashed my phone again, and looks like the earlier file (from here) does have kitkat dialer, and not lollypop as I mentioned earlier.
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
Thinks i will flash with this
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
Downgrade succès with xt1053 from 5.1 to 4.4.4.

Now i want to downgrade from 4.4.4 to 4.2.2
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
Hi.

After succès downgrade llolipop 5.1 to 4.4.4.can i now downgrade from 4.4.4 to jellybean 4.2.2 by this steps?
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Questions...

- don't you get bored of asking the same thing over and over and over and over?

- what makes you think that asking it again it will be responded?

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
First post updated a bit to reflect that this method has now been proven to be working by multiple people and therefore if used correctly and as described, will lead to successful downgrade.

Also it is working on most if not all models of Moto X 2013, including GPE.

Risk level: low to moderate
[Moto X Q&A] DroidBee:
How would this method affect me if I want to go back to lollipop?
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
I'd assume that since this a partial downgrade, you would need to flash the 5.1 firmware you had just before downgrading...

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] DroidBee:
Wait so why are people downgrading again?
[Moto X Q&A] samienemy:
Questions not for You becouse you do not know anything you.

So thinks you for your blabla and please close your mouth or say something right.
[Moto X Q&A] whisper13:
Users are getting these from the 5.1 update

-wifi drops,

-mobile databug (had it),

-alarm not going off,

-random reboots,

-rebooting optimizes art again (really frustrating and really long to wait) (some users say it only goes off when rebooting while charging)

-calibrated prox sensor (loss of wave to wake active display) (kitkat bug but hey its really useful)

-some apps cant be opened while multi-tasking. (Recents) e.g. Google Messenger

-and among others :)
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Again?

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] kitja:
My xt1053 stuck in bootloader screen after taking Stagefright OTA.

Can I downgrade to 4.4.4 and take OTA again?
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Why would you want to go back all the way down to 4.4.4 and then go up to 5.1?

Anyway, it is possible, but you're taking unnecessary risk. Better use 5.1 image and if it's not with the SF patch in it, you'll get it.

One more thing. Although this guide can be used for repairs, I don't recommend it.
[Moto X Q&A] kitja:
Thanks, I will downgrade to 5.1 without SF and take SF OTA.

I just to make sure it can take OTA normally.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Well the general rule is to take only the latest currently available OTA and nothing prior that.
[Moto X Q&A] whisper13:
[MENTION=503655]liveroy[/MENTION] hi mate thank you for the guide, happy that i was able to go back to KK

But if flash the stock flashable zips of 5.1 stock moto x, is it ok?

I know it only carries the system and boot.img but just want to clarify it if is it safe
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Do you mean factory images or OTA? Your didn't clarify on that.

Also as of now, going from 4.4.4 to 5.1 is safe, but better use a factory image.
[Moto X Q&A] whisper13:
[MENTION=503655]liveroy[/MENTION] One from here, using twrp http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3155843

(Is this safe)

And one using a stock zip factory image using mfastboot
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Can't say about the twrp/cwm image, I can only assume it's safe, because these backups include system and data.

The stock image flashed through fastboot should be OK.

Proceed with caution though.
[Moto X Q&A] N00dle:
Worked great for me. I couldn't get past bootloader or recovery when I tried to downgrade. Finally was able to pull pictures off the phone and when I actually did a full wipe before and after it worked great.

This should be a sticky for people to at least be able to find and use easier even if results may vary. Could the OP add a link to where to get the fastboot for mac?

Awesome work.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
You can find the linux and OS X binary in the package provided, but it's the generic fastboot and adb binary, which I'm not sure if they can flash the system image.
[Moto X Q&A] 4yush:
Thank you so much for this GUIDE. Worked like a charm. Simply Amazing. Cheers Buddy :D
[Moto X Q&A] jrredho:
Hey All,

After reading the beginning and ending few pages of this thread, it seems to me that what you folks have ended up with at the end of matters is Android 4.4.4 with the latest updates to the firmware. :)

Are there any known technical reasons for, or advantages gained from, doing that?

thanks,

john
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Hello,

This might seem like it, but it's really what 4.4.4 was when it came out. The OTAs really update only the loader and system, the radios , etc weren't updated.

So far there are no known technical issues related to the downgrade.
[Moto X Q&A] jrredho:
Hey liveroy,

Good info, thanks.

BTW, I was asking whether or not there were any technical issues to upgrade the firmware without moving from 4.4.4 to 5.1, and not about issues going back to 4.4.4 with the OPs method once you'd taken the update. Either way, you've answered my question...

Thanks again!

cheers,

john
[Moto X Q&A] jjl5590:
Will I be able to downgrade my new XT1052 lollipop?
[Moto X Q&A] 98lumina:
Will I be able to downgrade from Lpa23.12-21.7 to lpa23.12-21.1 on my XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
I have a xt1053 developer edition an can't get this to work,it seems to stop on flashing the system image any ideas? I'm on 5.1 trying to get back to 4.4.4
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Be more descriptive please, what kind of error? Does your device meets all the requirements listed in 1st post? Did you flash any custom ROMs and kernels? Did you have any problems similar to this one, even if not exactly the same?
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
Hi,

I'll have to try it again but it seems my PC lock ups when flashing system.IMG file.I have to turn off PC and back on. Could it be I'm not waiting long enough? I know a good 5min passes .

My boot loader is 30be would that have something to do with it?
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
On the phones screen it says unknown chunk 0x4166 in red letters.
[Moto X Q&A] mohzin:
thanks... downgraded to 4.4.4:D:D... but it's not rebooting normally. i must go to bootloader screen and then select normal powerup. do somthing. pls pls,,:(:(
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Download some other image of 4.4.4 and try again. Something might have been corrupted.

Other than that, not much can be done. If nothing works, try flashing 5.1 and see if that works.

Redo the procedure and see if something changes. Other than that, you can try to flash the kernel only (boot.img), since this is what the bootloader boots immediately after all checks.
[Moto X Q&A] mohzin:
repeated procedure but still not booting. from where can i get kernel (boot.img) thanks
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
I have the xt1053 and was using a stock Motorola IMG.

Can I flash the xt1052 u linked ?
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Read the 1st and 2nd post, that's already explained, it might help you for the procedure as a whole.

Try to flash 5.1 and see if that problems still persists.Could be something specific to your device that I cannot foresee.
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
I've followed the steps , everything goes smooth until flash system image then it just stays there no progress and most of the time I have to reboot laptop because of freeze up
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
I had such problem some years ago with my Nexus 7 1st gen.

Delete and reinstall drivers, use different USB port , try even different machine.The weird thing is that it was happening only when I was flashing smth and not for example when I unlock bootloader, do smth through adb etc.
[Moto X Q&A] djsiva:
Does anyone see any issues with doing a fastboot oem lock once I've successfully downgraded? I'm trading this device in and want the BL unlocked message to go away before I send it in.

Thanks!
[Moto X Q&A] wmdunn:
If it were me, I would just flash the original logo image, and that would take away the warning message. You can find it in the themes section.
[Moto X Q&A] jjl5590:
Why would one want to downgrade? To put on CM 11?
[Moto X Q&A] Mike7143:
Has anyone tried this with a Verizon Developer Edition XT1060? Would it be the same process but with the files from Motorola's site "KK-4.4.4-KXA21.12-L1.26.1-1 (VZW)"?
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Don't know anyone with VZW version, but it's should work just as with the rest.
[Moto X Q&A] K()T!:
SO i recently flashed 5.1 stock using the fxz... on a very old laptop, and my system too just froze when i flashed the system.img. My laptop took a good 20-30 min before it unfroze and continued...

The system.img is HUGE, and if you read other guides for flashing using fxz, it specifies using 'mfastboot' for this one step. This process is resource heavy, so guess you just need to wait for it to unfreeze and continue.
[Moto X Q&A] russ722:
Might have to try it again, what fxz?
[Moto X Q&A] bryan.gayagoy:
I have finally downgraded and have never been happier

Good day liveroy!

Thank you very much for this guide as I have finally downgraded for the same reasons stated in this post.

Bryan
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Good to hear that. I'm still running 4.4.4 and couldn't be happier with this device really :)
[Moto X Q&A] areyouanand:
retail asia

Need link for 5.1 asiaretail xt1052 .xml file other than file factory
[Moto X Q&A] jbaumert:
Possibly here?

http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/resource-moto-x-2013-firmwares-yandex-t3238933
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
After months of having LP, I just gave up and I've downgraded using this tutorial to 4.4.4.

I'm currently using a Retail Argentina 4.4.4 Firmware on my XT1058, so far everything is ok.

I've just a question about your method:

You only flashed 3 IMG files, boot, recovery and system.

I've seen another tutorial where the only bin file that needs to be ommited, was gpt.bin.

My question is, what are the differences between these 2 tutorials?

Because you are not flashing modems as well. What about motoboot.img?

Just to be clear, I'm not discreditting your method nor nothing on those lines; I just want to understand what the other IMG and BIN files that we didn't flash to downgrade do.

Thanks!
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Please read the FAQ ( 2nd post ). I've answered that there already since I find that to be a often asked question in my PMs.

motoboot = the bootloader of the device

gpt = the partition table of the device

these cannot be downgraded.
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Thanks for the feedback.

I didn't flash modems because I was already using 4.4.4's on 5.1.

But I was surprised to see that other tutorials go towards a more 'complete' flash, and people have not bricked their phones...

Final question for now: if I want to go to 5.1 again, I would only need to flash the recovery, system and boot for 5.1, right?.

Thanks again.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Yes. That's all.
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Everything is more than OK on KitKat...

I really missed the wave to wake feature, and I'm already seeing improved battery life than before!

But now I'm getting the ota notification to upgrade to 5.1...

Is there any way for it to not show anymore?. I'm not rooted, and would like to stay like that.

I've checked that I cannot disable the Motorola update app...

I guess I could hide all notifications like that, but I'm not sure if that would actually stop ota installation...

Thanks again for your support.

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
If you don't install the Motorola Update Services from the Google Play, then you won't get an OTA notification.

Good luck.
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Followed your advice, and uninstalled the updates for that app. I cannot uninstall it, nor disable it. But, I've manually checked for system updates and it says my phone is up to date...

So unless I find a way to disable it, I just will leave it without updating and that would be it.

Thanks again for your guidance.

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] wmdunn:
Try this ... go to /system/priv-app/3c_ota.apk and rename it to 3c_ota.app and/or revoke it's permissions, then reboot.

Never mind, just noticed that you are not rooted.
[Moto X Q&A] dexter bob:
i am getting max download size error

attached pic below, please help
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Are you sure those files are in the same folder as the mfastboot executable?. Also, why did you tried to flash boot partition with system.img?

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Read the first post very careful and if you lack knowledge as to what you're doing, please don't attempt such activities, that may damage your functional device.
[Moto X Q&A] dexter bob:
I got my boot loader unlocked and rooted, now i m using eclipse blur based , couldn't I get KitKat
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Questions my be stupid, but I'm going to make them nonetheless...

1) from a functional Android point of view, the downgrade is full, right?. I mean, even though the phone has parts from other version, the Android functionality is 100% 4.4.4?

2) is there any risk in leaving the bootloader unlocked?. I mean, can an app (or Android itself) take any advantage from it being unlocked?. Or it's something only that can be 'isued' by tools like fastboot, mfastboot and rsd?

Thanks.

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Yes, this is 100% functional 4.4.4, I've explained that in the 2nd post.

2.In theory unlocked bootloader poses a security risk, but most of the ways to exploit that require physical access to the device.You shouldn't worry about that really.
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
Thanks.

The reason I'm asking is because yesterday I saw the strangest things on 4.4.4, which I've never ever saw while I was at 4.4.4 'normally'.

In fact it took me about 30 minutes to recover the phone's functionality. Maybe it's ART, but was having issues installing facebook messanger, and that basically hung the phone...

Had to uninstall, and clear cache. I've also had some issues with Google Play, and Google Spreadsheets.

A few hours ago I had to reboot the phone again, because it was running CPU at 300mhz way to often, so something was looping in the back...

I'm going to monitor this further...

And for the bootloader, I understand that I can re-lock it (even though it will say it's relocked), but that also erases all data?.

My main concern is actually that an app could take an advantage of having this exposure... I'm not that worried about someone physically having the phone to extract information...

Thanks again.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Don't use ART on KK.This thing is bad even in MM.It will take them few more years to get it where dalvik left.

Those issues you've having are weird, but hardly related to this thread here.I've downgraded since 6 months now, no issues at all.

And just leave that bl unlocked, there is nothing to be afraid of and yes if you relock it, you need to wipe.
[Moto X Q&A] nik011:
Thank you, i just finished downgrade. On 5.1 i had error where dialed numbers was shown as 'unknown' and now that error is gone :)

Also now i have this wave to wake 'bug' that i really like :)
[Moto X Q&A] waqar747:
I have a Sprint XT1056 Moto X 2013. It got SIM locked when I upgraded to a the last 4.4.4 version and in the hope of fixing it, I also upgraded it to 5.1. SO now I have the latest bootloader (I have unlocked it) and currently no ROM on my phone.

Is this thread's method going to allow me the downgrade? I want to downgrade to fix my SIM lock.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Basically there is no reason not to work, but until you try you won't know.
[Moto X Q&A] orky87:
[MENTION=503655]liveroy[/MENTION],

There were issues with call loudspeaker when one had run an LP rom but with an old KK Bootloader/Radio, just wondering if this downgrade may have a similar effect only now in reverse with KK rom but now with newer LP Modem/Radio ? Thanks
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
No such bug, at least not for me. I'm using the loudspeaker when I'm taking sometimes and it works normality. With that said, I don't know many ppl using it at all, so I got no other info besides my own.
[Moto X Q&A] SanD-82:
For some reason, I cannot reply from tapatalk...

Just wanted to give a feedback on the downgrade status after having 4.4.4 again for some time now...

Phone works just well, super stable and all. After changing back to dalvik, I have to say that the apps works ok.

I do not reboot the phone often, it's been on for 23 days, with 71% of deep sleep time.

Battery has gained some autonomy, not as good as it was when it was new, but phone has over 2 years now.

Comparing it with LP, I did see an increase in battery life for sure!.

Keeping the "motorola update" app non-updated, no OTA notification ever appears.

So, everything is good on 4.4.4.

Phone is more stable, battery life increased compared to LP, and wave to wake works like a charm.

I've the old 4.4.4 bugs though, such as disconnecting the charger and the screen not waking up (thus having and android process looping in the back), and sometimes android os goes crazy on the battery...

Other than that, phone is more solid now that with 5.x

So, if you have any doubt, just downgrade and see the benefits yourself.
[Moto X Q&A] sokratz:
Always bummed that my USCC devices never get an honorable mention on the forums. It's because I'm a cheapskate and work pays for 20% of the bill if I stick with USCC. ;) I'm pretty sure I'm safe to follow this method to go from 5.1 to 4.4.2 but just curious if anyone else has on the XT1055/looking for re-assurance. Thanks m8s
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Better go to 4.4.4, so you don't accidentally accept the 4.4.4 OTA and hard B brick your device.Other than that, there should be no issues.
[Moto X Q&A] sokratz:
Memory isn't great but I don't think USCC ever put out a 4.4.4. Or at least I can't find it on any of the file hosts. Do you think it's a better idea to use a different carriers' 4.4.4 or go to the USCC ver? tia
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
I don't know either, but if there is no 4.4.4, then it's no problem to use 4.4.2 image. Better stick to your own model image, not that it won't work but just to avoid any trouble, like some radio issues or camera of you use image from other model or carrier.

Anyway, good luck on the downgrade and read the first post and faq well.
[Moto X Q&A] N00BY0815:
Hey guys, first thanks for this guide, but I wonder if there is a way to relock the device after the downgrade. Just because I dont like the message when I boot up the phone.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
You can relock it, but the message won't be gone.Actually you probably want to stay unlocked, since you can flash the clogo with a modified one, that will remove the message.

Search around, there was a topic about that.
[Moto X Q&A] sanam89:
moto x 2013 upgrade to 5.1 after sim problem

respected dears,

I have moto x 2013 1st generation. when I received update 5.1 lollipop I install it moto x. after installation my cell phone is not recognized my sim card. error message is invalid sim card please tell me about this issues soon. why is telling me invalid sim card.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
This is not the place to ask unrelated to the topic questions, sorry.
[Moto X Q&A] Warren_Orange:
Hi.

I have a question. I had stock 4.4.4. running on my Moto X so I rooted and unlocked the bootloader and installed TWRP on it. I then flashed CM12.1 on it. I was caught short one day when I needed GPS so I flashed a TWRP backup of stock 4.4.4. This 4.4.4. backup does not feel right. Wave to wake does not work, the vibration does not feel the same as my original 4.4.4. (eg when shaking for the camera) and a notification telling me to uninstall Motorola Services Sensors Firmware is constantly in the status bar (I have read this is a bad idea).

So I would like to get my phone back to stock 4.4.4. and have it just as it was. Being as my phone is on 4.4.4 could I still use this guide?

Thanks.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Uninstall the Motorola Services FW, its not a bad idea, read the first post, its covered there.This may also be causing some of your sensors not working, since different FW for the sensors is installed.

The guide is valid so far for anything you might have on your phone, regardless of Android version.
[Moto X Q&A] Warren_Orange:
Hello.

Thanks for your quick reply.

So do you think it is pointless to flash your 4.4.4. image if I am already running 4.4.4. from a twrp backup?

I have read about someone who uninstalled the Motorola Services FW and got into a bootloop or something (it was a while ago and I can't remember the exact problem he had) so that is why I have never downgraded it. So it should be safe to do this?

Also, your link to the retail GB 4.4.4. image is dead in the OP.

Thanks.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
You didnt read the OP , around the bottom of first post, please read it.It's mentioned there about the Moto services FW downgrade there.

There is no reason reflashing 4.4.4 over 4.4.4 to be a problem, I did that myself few times, no problems whatsoever.

About the dead link in OP, it might be dead, I don't know, but I don't intend updating the OP anyway.Use some search engine and find the files you need.It only takes a minute.
[Moto X Q&A] Warren_Orange:
Hi.

I did the downgrade for the Moto services FW and it went fine. Thanks!

I won't need to relash 4.4.4. TBH as everything seems ok again.

Thanks for your help.
[Moto X Q&A] kush77:
Huge huge huge thanks.

I deleted my phone's OS by mistake and tried each and every method out there but none worked. But finally found this method. thank you sooo much each and everyone who make it possible. thank you:)
[Moto X Q&A] Sidd24:
Custom recovery

Can I flash everything except stock recovery.img? Because I want my custom recovery​ to be there.

Regards.
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
It's not a problem.The stock recovery flash was included since we`re talking about going back to stock everything.
[Moto X Q&A] mortadelax:
Hi. does this work on locked bootloader? Thanks
[Moto X Q&A] liveroy:
Read the first post.
[Android] Naphtha:
Hi,

how i can build an ".auth" file for SP Flash Tool from an ROM?
[Android] piotr1953:
Last jedi .auth

http://www.mediafire.com/file/5fzugga9ksuam1k/SP_Flash_Tool_with_authentication.zip/file

TRY

VALE PIOTR
[Android] ChocholateMaster:
anyone ??we need it
[Android] papirek:
Hi, I need this file too. Can anybody help? Thanx
[Android] dmilz:
I have an AUTHENTICATION file I used to flash my TAB..

You can give it a try..I don't know how to make one..

But this one worked for me

https://mega.nz/#!dxtFUYaA!MCcajXIcawFn25fsiDjDbsWlmrsVjAg_itvSxSEO6G4

Use latest sp flash tool.