yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[General Questions and Answers] Boblo:
Since it's possible to boot a recovery image

without flashing it

, by connecting the phone to the computer and typing

fastboot reboot <downloaded img file>

could I harm my LG K4 K-120E mobile phone if I boot from several images for different LG Kx devices? For example, from K5, K8 and K10 TWRP images.

My goal is to make (and RESTORE) a

Nandroid backup

of this device with a compatible recovery image, because this device has no development at all and there is no specific CWM/TWRP recovery image for it. Furthermore, not even ROM Manager, TWRP Manager or Online Nandroid Backup apps are supported.

Thanks in advance
[General Questions and Answers] Ciprum:
fastboot boot <img file name>
[General Questions and Answers] Boblo:
Moderators, please delete this post.
[General Questions and Answers] Boblo:
Thanks for you reply. I see you've corrected my command line but please tell me if this procedure is dangerous for my phone.

Regards
[General Questions and Answers] Ciprum:
It souldn't do anything that can brick your phone as far as I know. Just make sure you have an unlocked bootloader.

To unlock bootloader do this:

Warning: This will DELETE ALL USER DATA!

1. Go to Settings -> Developer Options -> Enable "OEM Unlock"

If you can't find the option don't worry. Not all phones have it.

2. Boot into fastboot mode

3. Execute command: "fastboot oem unlock"

P.S.: You can edit your posts. You don't have to post new ones.
[General Questions and Answers] Boblo:
Keep in mind I'm going to boot from recovery images not designed for my phone. That's why I'm asking if this is dangerous or not.

My bootloader is locked, yes, but this phone is unlocked. Can I revert this procedure after making the backup?

Thanks again

PS. I wrote my reply without quoting your post (I've read your signature). That's why I wrote a new post.
[General Questions and Answers] Ciprum:
You have to unlock the bootloader to use fastboot. Fastboot boot is meant for booting unsafe images so nothing happens.

You can't revert the procedure with a backup, but you can with "fastboot oem lock". This will re lock your bootloader.

P.S: You can still just edit posts ;)
[General Questions and Answers] Boblo:
Is the Fastboot UNLOCK procedure an universal method for all Android phones? Is it not needed an unlock code for certain devices? Can I apply it to a Xperia Z1 Compact and to a Galaxy Grand Prime VE (G531F) too?

Thank you very much, indeed. I will keep you posted with the results :)
[General Questions and Answers] Ciprum:
The fastboot mehtod is universal and yes. For some phones you need a code. They are probably available on the phone's website.
[General Questions and Answers] hhan2220:
Hi Sorry to dig this thread out after 5+ years.

Anyone got any luck with TWRP image for this phone.
[General Questions and Answers] hhan2220:
My device is LG K4 (120E) - presumably E for Europe.

Hi Everything the OP has said in the first OP has worked for me, which rooted the phone with SU access and a LG stock rom

However, as strange as it sounds, am still searching for CWM / TWRP image file that work as I still can't get a custom recovery image.

Anyone else facing the same problem?
[Amazon Fire Phone] Sergiales:
Hi guys,

I am in 4.6.6.1 and the latest update of HERE maps is not working... so do not download it...
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shezan 381:
Hey guy's hope you are doing well. I am a new member of XDA. I played FIFA 16 UT it is a great game I like it a lot but the problem is it is online does any of you have any idea how to play this game on Android devices offline mode? if you have any solution please help me.:confused:
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note5] aries426:
I originally posted this in the General section by mistake so i moved it to here. I just recently purchased a Sprint Note 5 from someone and it seems to work great, I did check with the Sprint store and Swappa to ensure a clean ESN. But what i am wondering is that when I go to the settings menu there is no Mobile Network menu. I have looked everywhere for it, does the Sprint model not come with it? I even clicked edit undrr the quick settings and it shows Mobile Networks as a selection and when i check it off and return to the main menu it doesnt show up under the quick settings. It is unrooted and stock. I did just upgrade to 6.0.1 yesterday as well.

Any ideas would be helpful.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note5] 954wrecker:
Do calls, texts, data, mms all work fine?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note5] aries426:
I don't have Sprint as my carrier, I'm using T-Mobile. I bought the phone from someone and thought I wouldid unlock it but it's a pain to do. I just happen to be browsing the phone and noticed that the Mobile Network is not there.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Manneman32:
So... I got myself a M8s and after e qouple of weeks I thought I root it, install a cusom recovery and a nice custom rom. But I get confused... Are there any Roms for the M8s? Are they the same as for the M8 or aren't there any for the M8s at all?

Used to easier flashing with Samsung, Oneplus 2 and LG. Any easy way to find the tools needed for flashing and rooting?

To be clear... I'm on stock 6.0.1
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Will91W:
There is a thread already on here about CM12.1 just for the m8s. Its running pretty smooth with little to no bugs.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3142668
[HTC Tornado] vjgrace:
Hello all,

I have a SDA and I am trying to personally customize a WM6 rom based off of Nitrogenious (v5...by the way, great version, thanks!!) WM6 but I cannot find any detailed information on adding files (cab or exe...moreso cab files) to the ROM. I have found Molski's Devpack by Duke for dumping/rebuilding ROM (Great pdf guide and awesome tools!!).

I am needing the detail to actually add files (exe or cab) for customizing this ROM (i.e. what is the process in obtaining the .dll or other related files and where do I add the extracted files...Which files do I actually use after extraction? And do I create another folder and just place them in the dump directory? What do I do? Here is an example: I am wanting to add the HTC File Manager 1.41 cab file to the ROM and I need to know which files to use and where to place them.

I believe I have all the necessary tools: Molskis DevPack and WinCE Cab Manager, I just need a little guidance/assistance.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

Thanks again and thanks for this great forum!!

vjgrace
[XDA Assist] BorJack:
Hello,

I have a CARBAYSTAR I690 (it is available on aliexpress)

Where can I found a custom ROM and how can I flash it ?

I don't find informations about this tablet

Best regards
[XDA Assist] BorJack:
ok
[UMi Super Questions & Answers] Rometheus:
1) Now, I have enabled the fingerprint scanner and have my phone secured with a pin. But when I swipe down to open the notification bar and press the settings button, it takes me right to the settings.

Is this a bug or am I doing something wrong..?

(Real point having a pin security and fingerprint scanner when you can still open up the phone without knowing the pin or having your finger scanned in..)

EDIT2: Now the same thing is not working, and I have no idea why it did that..

2) The second thing that pisses me off, is these black bars under some apps. I think some apps(like Snapchat, see the Imgur link) think that I've enabled the virtual buttons. I think this is a bug.

http://imgur.com/WFdhVzx

3) Not sure if this should be under bugs, but like the recycle bin button makes switching between apps really awful, it has a 5.5" screen and I'm struggling between switching apps. (see Imgur link)

http://imgur.com/RLYAZ97

EDIT:

4) When on youtube, some videos don't have the HD option. When I head to my PC and open up the video, I can switch between up to 144p and 1080p, but some videos have like 480p maximum. But some videos have 1080p. Not sure why this is like that..

I haven't experienced any other problems or bugs(besides the focus bug in camera app, but it's a pretty known problem). Overall, the phone is really great. No lags(I've been only using it for a day now). It does overheat when charging and using the phone, but since it has a quickcharge charger, it's okay I think. Loving the LED light. Build quality is 10/10 - ign.

Anyone else having these problems?

Should I report them and to where? Is there a place where I can contact the developers?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] efegue:
Hello,

I'm thinking on buying an SSD or mSATA SSD to use as adoptive storage, putting it inside my SATV 16GB and somehow pass an USB cable from the inside to the outside to connect it through USB, this way the SSD would stay inside the SATV and I don't have to worry about carrying it around.

Anyone have any ideas on how to pass the USB cable from the inside to the outside of the Shield without drilling any holes in the chassis? The idea would be to site the SSD on the place the PRO have the HDD and connect it through USB.

Did someone attempt this? Smile

Thanks!
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hallydamaster:
You could do that, but I think the only viable solution would be to strip down the connecting usb cable, and solder wire directly in the usb plugs on the SATV.

You could probably do it from the inside. You can finde some teardown pictures of the SATV here:

http://www.eevblog.com/forum/reviews/teardown-nvidia-shield-tv/

To see the connectors in the USB cable, you could use a site like this:

https://pixhawk.ethz.ch/electronics/connectors_cables
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] efegue:
I don't know the points to solder the cable and I'm afraid I can damage the port.
[Mate 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
I searched and could not find a solution for this. How can I resolve this issue?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] manishmehra373@gmail.com:
hey,guys I recently got marshmallow update on my mi4w.

Everything was looking good,After update but battery draining too fast mostly when using wifi or hotspot.

Please fix it. Kitkat rom was best at battry saving but not marshmallow.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Wyvko:
possible ?^^
[P8lite General] Mo_786:
Hi Guys

I'm from South Africa. I'm looking at getting a Huwawei P8 Lite but problem is it's Network Locked to the Service Provider that I'm taking it from.

It's on contract so the provider will only unlock it after 24 months. I don't wish to use the provider sim in the phone.

Can anyone advise if it's possible to unlock the phone and allow me to use any sim.

Just want to know before I go out and sign up for the contract

Thanks
[P8lite General] Dominus Et Deus:
Hello from Montenegro. In our country is the same rule, if you buy device from some Network Operator, it's locked to that network. But, this device comes unlocked. I've buyed this device on that way, way you're talking about, but it's unlocked. My friend buyed from the other Network Operator, and it's also unlocked. My sister form Serbia buyed same devce, and it's also unlocked. You can try to put your sim card before you buy that phone, to look if that's same in your country. In my country other devices comes locked to NP, but this comes unlocked.
[P8lite General] proze.za:
Mo_786, if you are from South Africa, you're okay. It's illegal to sell a network-locked phone in SA. It's been that way for decades. Which provider is this?

To be more helpful:

What they can do is deliver phones with hamstrung firmware. So in the P8 lite's case, Vodacom have a custom ROM that disables the second sim-card, because they want you to buy their expensive data. But you can use any sim from any network in the first sim slot.

I have a Vodacom-contracted P8 lite ALE-L21 that has the bootloader unlocked and has been flashed to the dual-sim-capable European official B564 ROM. I have a Cell C sim for calling and an Afrihost sim for data.
[P8lite General] toncek333:
In Croatia, you can request the unlock code immediately after you signed the contract, or if you buy the phone prepaid you can request it after a year.

In my case, the phone already came unlocked so i didn't even have to request the code.
[P8lite General] jayjay198599977676666g:
Hi Proze.za

Where did you get the p8 lite flashed to enable dual sim capability?
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] Tahsin005:
I am using an unlocked htc one m8 sprint version in bangladesh. It is on android marshmallow stock now. I am s off but the bootloader is locked. And i have super cid. That is not the topic thou anyway my problem is the internet icon always shows 'g' icon instead of 3g h or h+ . I am not rooted and is there any way that i can get the international icons instead of the gsm g icon. Point I AM NOT ROOTED. Thanks
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] rag3knat3:
I was facing the same issue after i flashed the MM rom was getting G all the time, it didnt even showed Edge (E).

I tried this method below and it worked,though 3g reception is very poor (doesnt work properly) it does show H.

In the default.xml file present in ( /system/customize/ACC)

look for these line

<item type="integer" name="sku_id">10</item>
<item type="integer" name="region">1</item>

and change the value of sku_id & region from here (to your region) and then restart.
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] Tahsin005:
I tried this method already but as i mentioned that i am not rooted :/ i dont think i can edit that file.
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] sonnu0100:
No u cant . without root there is no solution.
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] mahbub123:
same problem
[Sprint HTC One (M8)] dr.arifeen7009:
Here I have the same problem. I m in bangladesh using airtel
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] or207:
hey there, while updating software with lg pc suite my g2 ended up in brick mode and only show the lg symbol.

i tried to install stock rom using this thread

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2432476

but, the computer does not recognize my phone, Probably becuase its on fastboot mode and not regular download mode,

i cant seem to find a way to fix it, any suggestions?

thanks!!!
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DanyMarroquin:
Try this one, it worked for me, seems dangerous, but it seems like you have corrupted qhsusb

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7zbs6of_4I

Whis will allow you to enter to download mode, then you can use the lg flash tool.
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TH4N1X:
http://xdaforums.com/lg-g2/development/tools-srk-tool-useful-toos-lg-root-twrp-t3079076

Try nuking download mode and then entering it. If it doesn't work, try the unbrick.

By the way, using capital letters doesn't hurt.
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] jantellaz:
Hi, How can i downgrade from APDC firmware to APB7? Within Odin there's no way to do that beacuse it doesn't allow to replace or install firmware older than the one you have on your phone (unlocking OEM from developer menu doesn't work).

Now the only thing i was able to do is to install TWRP recovery and root the phone but i need to find a way to get back the best working APB7

thanks , bye
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] XDADEVX:
Here : http://www.theandroidsoul.com/download-a3-2016-stock-firmware-88226/

there is latest MM and older LP firmwares..
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DeadSquirrel01:
Download firmware linked by [MENTION=6782979]XDADEVX[/MENTION] .

I think you may need one of these, too.

Then open odin go to pit button and select the pit file and in AP select the firmware. You also need to check "Repartition" box in odin.

Now click start and wait :).

Downgrading firmware is very dangerous, bla, bla, bla.

Before choosing read this
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] ashyx:
Samsung usually prevent downgrading via odin for a reason.

If the firmware has had a revision update then down grading can make bad things happen.
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] leandeganis:
So? Which would be the way for downgrading this phone from MM to LP? I'm still on stock LP. But I'd like to try MM only if I'm sure I'll be able to go back. Usually, in most phones I've tried, is flashing the older ROM and then do a data wipe from recovery. I haven't tried with this A3 yet.

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You've created a user just to ask this but didn't bother to come back and tell what happened or how did you fix it, if you did.

Please don't be selfish. Don't just ask. Help others too, leave an update.
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] zolee84:
downgrade

Hello Everyone,!

Someone help me please!

I have a telekom hungary samsung galaxy a3 2016sm-a310 phone, and i want to downgrade from android 7.0 nougat to android marshmallow 6.0.1

I downloaded the correct firmware file, but odin has stopped updating firmware.

Odyn log is here:

<ID:0/003> Added!!

<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..

<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..

<OSM> Please wait..

<OSM> A310FXXU2BQB6_A310FTMH2BQB6_A310FXXU2BQA6_HOME.tar.md5 is valid.

<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..

<OSM> Leave CS..

<ID:0/003> Odin engine v(ID:3.1005)..

<ID:0/003> File analysis..

<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..

<ID:0/003> Initialzation..

<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..

<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..

<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.

<ID:0/003> sboot.bin

<ID:0/003> NAND Write Start!!

<ID:0/003> FAIL!

<ID:0/003>

<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)What i'm dong wrong?

Thanks, Zolee

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Hi everyone! I have same problem! Odin has stops the update process, the sboot.bin file complete writing failed, nothing doesn't happened.
[General Topics] gleep52:
Is it possible to have my phone automatically pair up and start using it as the audio device when I turn bluetooth on? I have the new AT&T Tilt and bought a Motorola DC800 bluetooth receiver for my car. I'm new to this whole pda phone thing - and as of right now - I have to go into the settings of the bluetooth menu and click/hold on the DC800 and say "Set as Wireless Stereo"... since I get in and out of the car a lot - I'm looking for a way to avoid having to do these extra clicks...

Any registry tricks or programs that will auto connect for me?
[General Topics] leepriestenator:
Look for A2DP Toggle. It should solve your problem... not that it would automatically pair, but give you a much easier way to accomplish the above than what you are doing at the moment.
[Honor 6, 6 Plus Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zerbomm08:
Hello

I want to upgrade my H60-L04 from C151B507 to B820 Android 6. I know how to flash upgrades, but not the correct sequence. Hope that anyone can help me :D

Greetings from Germany
[Honor 6, 6 Plus Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] beast4ever:
After the update to b820

Device name strangely shows

issue number
[General Questions and Answers] abdanoo:
Hi guys .

i flashed "by mistake " the wrong cwm recovery by ( Rsher ) . after the device is restarted the screen just stopped on welcome screen .

now i have no access to recovery mode .

so i tried the other choice which was the download mode .

and here is my problem my pc doesnt recognize my android phone , when i connect the phone the pc displays these words

"usb is not recognized . the last device you connected to computer malfunctioned and windows does not recognized it "

also odin does not recognize it .

now i have no access neither to recovery mod nor to download mode and the device still freezing on welcome screen . so my device practically is DEAD!!

PLEASE IF YOU WANT TO HELP ME :

**KEEP IN MIND THE DEVICE " BEFORE THIS " WAS RECOGNIZED WHEN IT IS TURNED ON

** KEEP IN MIND OTHER PHONES LIKE GALAXY DOUS OR GALAXY BEAM IS WORKING ON THE SAME PC AND RECOGNIZED ON ODIN

** my phone is galaxy s II Plus working on android 4.2.2

**my pc is HP working on windows 10

**i have the latest Samsung kies and the latest drivers

** what i have tried

*update the driver on my pc

*uninstall and reinstall the driver

*using different usb cables

*uninstall the drivers and restarting pc

*updating other generic usb hub

*changing values in the registry

*I have tried all versions of odin

*pull the battery and entering download mode several times

PLEAAAAAAASE HELP :crying::crying::crying: ​
[General Questions and Answers] Cruzy12100:
Try installing the google USB drivers.They are normally installed with the android SDK. Maybe they can help you detect the phone or you can try to manually update the driver.
[General Questions and Answers] abdanoo:
thanks for replay but nothing happened still the same problem
[General Questions and Answers] Cruzy12100:
Because in most cases this would have fixed the problem.Try some other forum maybe to get a different set of answers.

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Or could also try to repeat the same steps in a different system. :)
[General Questions and Answers] abdanoo:
as i mentioned above sir , the phone is recognized when it is ON but the problem occurs when i go to download mode . i think it is not concerned with the drivers
[General Questions and Answers] prahladyeri:
Have a look at this soft-brick help guide. If your phone is not even able to enter the Recovery Mode, you may have a case of NAND rw corruption and recovery may not even be possible (you may have to look at hard unbrick scenarios).

Having said that, these are a few things I might have still tried if I were you:

1. If you have access to a Linux PC or a bootable Ubuntu drive, start it and see whether it recognizes your phone using the lsusb command. It will help you to rule out any driver issues.

2. Try to drain the battery (by keeping a long time in that welcome screen) and then do a fresh recharge and then try again.
[General Questions and Answers] abdanoo:
Well. , I have to say this is new solution . thank you brother I'll try and give you feedback ??
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] zain rizvi:
May I borrow 2 or 3 different H850 unlock.bin keys for research? I have convinced a professional android/linux developer to try and make a tool to generate unlock bins.
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] nanoteam:
if not signed it will be very easy i hope people help
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] gwolfu:
as far as I know, it is signed by LG

think autoprime posted something about it a few days ago
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] zain rizvi:
Yes it is signed by lg.
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] nanoteam:
i have idea using lg bridge when backuping .. change the backup file **add root or ** and restor with lg bridge
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] fonix232:
The bootloader will reject the unsigned boot/system partition, so no, that's not a way you can go.
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] thznutz87:
Any progress?
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] lngl:
Yes

https://1drv.ms/u/s!Au8NFsTw45uMgeh936jfzRtxQ3C20w
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] einhuman197:
Here is mine http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/57e0c704db04f/unlock.bin.zip
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] gwolfu:
most likely there is no need to post any unlock.bin files anymore

most of the devs already know by now that you need a method to bypass the signing made by LG in order to be able to flash your own "hacked" one

unless there are any updates from some fellow devs over here, I guess you should keep your own bin files for now
[LG G5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Developme] TheGingerSage:
Furthermore the bins are useless for research if you on have the MEID used to generate them...
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hammad2012:
Anyone updated to 30b version?

I found update through LG Mobile support tool for D856
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Elsh@f3y:
I have Rooted my xperia Z1 but i have tried alot of ways to install custom recovery and non of them succeeded :crying:

when i tried TWRP installer nothing happened .

and when i tries to enter recovery mode or download mode nothing happenes what should i do to install one

and by the way what is the best rom for the device

:):o

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