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[General Questions and Answers] zerolam:
If I'm going to install a new os via twrp recovery with full wipes.

In other words

What files can't i delete?

Thank you so much
[General Questions and Answers] tys0n:
Just make a factory reset in TWRP and you're good to go. No need to go through files and folders with a file manager.
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Don't delete anything in root ("/") partition, before or after flashing.

Make a nandroid backup of your current ROM before you do the following.

If you want a completely clean install of the new OS then you need to choose the Wipe option in TWRP, then choose the advanced wipe option, then select the data partition, system partition, cache partition and dalvik/ART cache, then swipe the slider to wipe these partitions, then you're ready to flash the new ROM.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] levone1:
Modded SystemUI to include nav_bar tuner in SystemUI tuner prefs. I also added night mode capability, but not working for some reason. I'll try to figure it out.

Credit to [MENTION=4648515]AL_IRAQI[/MENTION] for the guide (https://xdaforums.com/nexus-6p/themes-apps/mod-enable-navbar-tuner-nougat-t3447478)
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] pa7taloha:
I'd like to intsall it but it says package corrupted:(. Need fix.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] rrvuhpg:
You have to boot TWRP and replace the package ;)
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] BlueTR:
I tried modding my systemui + framework-res to enable ambient display but I got bootloop even though I placed meta-inf folder and manifest file. Btw. I have f3211 and my rom is not deodexed.

Edit: I finally got it working. Night mode also works but it's kinda bugged. Using toggle from quick settings works fine tho.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] levone1:
Sorry, I didn't know that you posted, because you didn't quote... It's not a flashable zip. Just replace apk and restart systemui.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] levone1:
Same here. It's working sometimes, but sometimes not. Seems totally random. Sometimes I can't turn it on, and sometimes, when it's on,I can't turn it off. Anyway, I can't find a quick settings toggle for it. Where is it?

*edit* never mind, I found it, thanks for the tip.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] levone1:
Working on some framework mods, (dark framework, scrolling nav_bar, dynamic bars, toast, etc.), and I messed with something that fc's media process, but I can't figure out what. It's a layout file in SystemUI that controls the ongoing notifications in the status bar, like when you download something, and you see the arrow animation going down..

Any ideas? All functions still work fine, but when whenever that notification is called on, I get popup about media process fc.

Anyway, here's some screenshots. Hopefully I can figure it out and share.
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] Techonoloqy:
Thanks man good
[Sony Xperia XA Themes, Apps, and Mods] efullzslank:
Afwall+
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] BlindDroid:
So I have a new G950F that has international firmware on it. I am with TELUS in Canada. I want to flash a "stock" firmware that allows for Samsung Pass / Pay / etc. and use on TELUS. Am I correct to do the following?

1) Turn off the OEM lock in Settings.

2) Flash latest firmware of G950F via Odin (a link to the firmware I should use would be great)

3) Flash TWRP for Exynos

4) Flash the CSC Selection zip for Canada to use the TLS CSC.

5) Root with Magisk.

I'm coming from the Snapdragon variant and just don't want to screw this up.... if someone could confirm, that'd be awesome.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Duwenbasden:
If you have the F from a region that already has Samsung Pay enabled, you can just download Samsung Pay from the Galaxy Store and add a CIBC card to it.
[Samsung Galaxy On5 Questions & Answers] on5user:
I cant seem to figure out how to fix this issue... "Custom Binary Blocked by FRP lock." The firmware I used to bypass the account verification originally fail in odin now.. and then the phone says "Secure Check Fail: (Bootloader)" while in download mode.

And here's the log from odin

<ID:0/004> Added!!

<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..

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

<OSM> Please wait..

<OSM> G5500ZCU1APK1_G5500CHC1APK1_G5500ZCU1APK1_HOME.tar.md5 is valid.

<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..

<OSM> Leave CS..

<ID:0/004> Odin v.3 engine (ID:4)..

<ID:0/004> File analysis..

<ID:0/004> SetupConnection..

<ID:0/004> Initialzation..

<ID:0/004> Get PIT for mapping..

<ID:0/004> Firmware update start..

<ID:0/004> SingleDownload.

<ID:0/004> sboot.bin

<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!

<ID:0/004> FAIL!

<ID:0/004>

<ID:0/004> Complete(Write) operation failed.

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

Has anyone else had this issue..??
[Samsung Galaxy On5 Questions & Answers] on5user:
fixed it with these updato. com/firmware-archive-select-model?exact=1&q=SM-G550T1 :D
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Questions & Answers] luthfinur17:
Can someone explain that 16gb rom on redmi note 4 is refrubished?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kukuboom:
Hello,

Sorry to bother you guys. Does anyone have a spare SFR SIM Card that i could have? I really need it to unlock my LG Viewty Please help. Thank you!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] skyekuma:
Wanting to unroot, I went into SuperSU and did what another guide said and did a full unroot.

However, this led to my device being stuck in a bootloop. I'm still able to get into TWRP/Recovery mode, but am a bit unsure as to how to proceed from here.

I read there were some changes around April/May and I first rooted my device back in March if it means anything.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Found a solution after a bit more searching. Flashing stock didn't work for me the first time, so I tried again and this time succeeded.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] jhs39:
Flashing stock probably didn't work the first time because of the dual slots. The safest thing to do if you want to go back to stock after being rooted or running a custom rom or running into a flashing problem is to do a flash-all.bat of the stock image separately to both slots a & b. I don't know why that works because I honestly don't understand the dual slots or what ends up in them but it does work.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] sakumaxp:
My slot A was stuck in a boot loop, switched to slot B did the flash all bat and booted right up
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] WowTheDog:
Hi, I am a QLINK WIRELESS subscriber with a ZTE Quest N817 phone, and am just simply wondering what the APN settings are for any Qlink Wireless phones.

I am really disappointed with qlink wireless as my provider, because they don't offer sim cards apparently, which translates to having to use the very underperforming N817 phone as the only phone I can use with this service.

I read somewhere that Qlink Wireless uses Sprint towers for their coverage, but couldn't find any substantial information about what their exact APN settings actually were.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Peter
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] akshay07gupta:
Someone please provide links for MIUI 9 ROM for REDMI NOTE 3 QUALCOMM KENZO ???
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] :
http://en.miui.com/thread-711086-1-1.html
[Asus ZenWatch 3] SS111:
Hi all,

I just received my new ZenWatch 3 today. I turned it on, set it up, and unlocked the bootloader.

From there, I flashed the MWG68 stock images so I could update to the latest AW 1.5 version (I had no intention of upgrading to AW 2.0). I also flashed TWRP so I could later edit the build.prop and disable OTA updates.

However, the watch no longer boots. Instead, it boots directly to recovery. I have tried wiping, flashing the stock images, flashing the 2.0 OTA, flashing the custom ROM, but nothing seems to work. I have full TWRP and fastboot access, but I can't get the watch to boot. Should I also attempt to flash the second half of the MWF76 stock images?

I'm at a loss here. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.
[Asus ZenWatch 3] Misterjunky:
re: flashing issues

1: Whenever you unlock the bootloader you have to re-lock

it before flashing any roms.

2: You MUST do a full wipe and factory reset in TWRP before

flashing any roms. (especially for watches)

I flashed the same rom and twrp as you have 3 days ago

and I had no issues with flashing it It's an excellent rom.

Also you do not need to edit the build-prop file to disable

OTA updates and notifications.

Since the rom is pre-rooted it will not allow OTA updates

and will not notify you about any. (just like cell phones)

Good luck,

Have a great day!
[Asus ZenWatch 3] SS111:
Hi, thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, even after locking the bootloader, doing a full wipe, and then flashing the ROM it still boots straight into TWRP after reboot. Should I try flashing the stock images with the stock recovery?
[Asus ZenWatch 3] SS111:
Ah, good news! I got it to boot. Apparently the stock recovery is needed as well. Only flashing the system.img and boot.img without the stock recovery.img causes it to bootloop. Thanks again for taking the time to respond to me.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nicholaskunes:
Solved

Used patched version of odin to flash the samsung unlocked firmware (G955U1) from the firmware servers. No more Verizon Splashscreen and spay/bixby work fine

I've been using android devices all my life and have rooted every single device I've owned in the past (probably 4-5 devices). I know the risks and I know how to flash my device and such but I got my S8+ from verizon about 3 months ago before the international unlocked version was released. I only bought it from verizon because their phones are carrier unlocked by default. I use google's project fi.

Verizon is somewhat good with bloatware I can disable or uninstall all of their applications and I haven't found my device to be slowed or burdened by their addons so I never felt the need to root my device which was nice but I got the Bixby update today and I cannot use it unless I update my system software. Tried to update it and it attempts to connect via verizon and ultimately fails saying it cannot connect to the update server. I expected this -- I think it's due to me not using verizon and not having the phone registered with their service.

Want to use Bixby and also would like to flash a stock updated (latest stock version) ROM as I don't care for any new features or custom ROMs because this phone is perfect as it is so far.

Phone software/model specs:

model is SAMSUNG-SM-G955U

kernel version 4.4.16 march 11th, 2017

sev 8.1

android 7.0

aspv march 1st, 2017

knox 2.8

If I follow my usual rooting route properly is it safe to root my phone? Asking because S8+ root is relatively new. I won't ever sell the phone so I don't care if the warranty goes void or something like that.

Essentially looking to turn my Verizon version into a completely US unlocked phone with a stock clean ROM. Is there any possible way I can perform this and still be able to use Samsung Pay? Not a necessity but I do enjoy it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] joshclouds:
No root is out
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nicholaskunes:
Alright, If I flash the newest version of the samsung firmware onto my device (force update it) will SPay and Bixby still work? And my Knox will be fine?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] joshclouds:
Both should be intact and working as far as my knowledge goes Bixby for sure spay shouldn't be affected. Let me get this straight you have a Verizon s8+ flashing the unlocked firmware correct?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nicholaskunes:
I have the S8+ G955U. It's verzion and has the ****ty verzion startup screen and sound it's just annoying. I really want to use Bixby voice as I just got the update from samsung but it says I have to have the newest samsung firmware to use it. I cannot update my phone normally because I don't use verizon I use google fi. So I want to try to flash the standard US carrier unlocked firmware onto my phone from sammobile (not the verizon variant). Is this safe?

the firmware list I'm choosing from: (spaces added so because account is not old enough to post links)

www . sammobile . com/firmwares/galaxy-s8/SM-G955U/

Which one on that list should I use? Obviously I'd choose the first one which is the Verizon firmware but I really would like to just have pure Samsung unlocked stock firmware so I don't have verizon apps & the verizon startup screen.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] joshclouds:
That's a tough decision I too have a Verizon s8 and it was plagued with the bloat and the splash screen when booting but I used a package disabler to get rid of many if the unwanted and unnecessary packages I didn't like as for using Bixby and getting rid of the splash screen.... It is safe to flash unlocked firmware many people have done this and there is a thread here on xda somewhere all about carrier switching the s8+ to the unlocked firm I could find it if you'd like?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nicholaskunes:
If you could get that thread for me that'd be perfect. Thanks for the help. Really wishing I waited the extra 3 weeks and bought the unlocked version instead.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nicholaskunes:
Updating because I was able to solve it myself. I used a patched version of Odin to bypass the model mismatch error and flashed a new system image and csc (G955U1 model image) that wasn't for my G955U Verizon model.

Bixby works, KNOX is fine, SPay is solid. Verizon splash screen is gone and the phone (from the settings point of view) has no carrier and is fully unlocked and void of bloatware.
[Android Head-Units] jacobbloy:
[YOUTUBE]PnaOyHB3hbA[/YOUTUBE]

The above video is my review, i have it working great with my ownice c200 headunit. the usb seems to register that to the iPhone that it is a CarPlay device. the CarPlay UI apparently is stored and sent from the iPhone its self to the usb dongle and then sent to the android app. the app then sends touch and audio commands back to the usb dongle and then to the iPhone.

i can send photos of the internals of the device to any one who wants and a link to the APK.

MOD EDIT: removed email address and mention of selling head units. XDA is not a place to make money!
[Android Head-Units] iwan45120259:
great !!!
[Android Head-Units] Chrishann:
i can send photos of the internals of the device to any one who wants and a link to the APK.

Can you send me?
[Android Head-Units] jacobbloy:
New firmware update allowing the box application to work in the background.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bym9XrdeViekOTF1VWRoaTlkb1E?usp=sharing

First Step: updating the CAR PLAY USB DONGLE

Plug in the car play usb dongle on the PC, copy the "update.bin" file under the root of the dongle, no extra file folder and no any operation, just wait for 5 minutes, it will be quit automatically after updating, then pull off the USB dongle.

Second Step: Uninstall the old version ZBOX softare from the car audio, then intall the new one, then it will be ok to work.(With the new APK in the attachment and follow the manual)
[Android Head-Units] vassandrei:
Hey all, I made a quick video review on the usb dongle

[YOUTUBE]f3jccRjRYvs[/YOUTUBE]
[Android Head-Units] Tremektus:
I'm interested in one of these units, how can I purchase? Thanks.
[Android Head-Units] Chrishann:
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[Android Head-Units] MacConsult:
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The issue you are experiencing with the zbox having 'stage-fright' has to do with the power requirements of the zbox device. Some USB bus' don't provide enough power (or borderline) so functionality is intermittent. If you use a powered USB hub, that provides additional power to the USB ports, you'll have almost no issues.
[Android Head-Units] Chrishann:
I have connected a y USB adapter.
[Android Head-Units] fsmotorsport:
Has anyone tried one of these on a PX3 RK3166 head unit?

I have one but cant get it to work.

It connects to the apk but wont connect to the iphone.

Tried the update to firmware and apk, still no joy.

Not sure if i have a faulty dongle or it's a compatibility issue with these head units.

Alibaba seller suggested not enough power on head units usb?
[Android Head-Units] Bradsr12:
I have the same problem with one of these.....

I have tried three android units now and I still can’t get them to work....

Android 4.4 it says its connect but the iPhone just shows as not found....

The other two are both 6.0.1 and the zbox just shows connecting all the time!

If any one has any help it would greatfully be received..

Or for that matter any software updates.....

Mine is showing apk: 2.1.0

Zbox versions: 2.1.0

Many thanks and kind regards
[Android Head-Units] Kingarew1:
Mine works and I have a px3. I updated the device and installed the latest zbox app before I tried it. I would try swapping out cords and making sure they are certified by Apple. The only issue I have with mine is that it cannot be controlled from the steering wheel.
[Android Head-Units] Hronas86:
I use a second usb-plug and a y-cable to provide sufficient power to the device.

What do you guys do with regards to phone calls? My phone is obviously paired to the head unit via Bluetooth, so whenever I get a Call, it jumps out of CarPlay/zbox to the Stock phone interface, however the phone still transmits the audio to carplay and not via Bluetooth by default.

How any of you solved that problem?
[Android Head-Units] velocity4:
If you are using CarPlay why do you have Bluetooth paired? Every car I've been in with CarPlay diconnects the phone from Bluetooth.
[Android Head-Units] MarciDev:
Android Auto

Is there also a solution for Android Auto on Android Head Units ? :o
[Android Head-Units] leonkernan:
https://xdaforums.com/general/paid-software/android-4-1-headunit-reloaded-android-t3432348
[Android Head-Units] isisyodin:
I have an Eonon GA7157 running a:

CPU: Allwinner R16 1.6GHz Cortex A7 Quad-Core

RAM: SAMSUNG DDR3, 1GB

Storage: 16GB

I have tried App and Firmware 2.x and 3.x. No joy. All I get is "Connecting" when the usb dongle and app is started. It never gets passed this "Connecting..." stage. USB devices like keyboards, mice, USB Flash drives, and even video camera work fine on this headunit. The Zbox Z1 and an OTA tuner don't work for some reason.

I did some more troubleshooting and found out the following: The dongle works perfectly on my PC running Remix. I also tried it on Samsung Table A; on this one, same symptom as the head unit, so I tried using an OTG cable and what do you know, it worked perfectly.

Therefore, I have 2 possible explanations: The headhunt's USB cable needs to be hardwire as OTG or Eonon somehow has decided to block certain type of USB devices that request data asynchronously. Why? I have not clue... I wish I could disable this flag in the OS, but I have not clue where it can be done. My headunit is rooted, so it should be possible in theory.
[Android Head-Units] osxdude:
Hello, could you post pictures of the internals? I'm very curious what's inside the lil dongle. Also: do you still have some of the dongles? haha
[Android Head-Units] isisyodin:
You can buy one for $75 from Aliexpress. There is a video of the internals: check this out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnS_TP18VBk

This guy has done a few videos on the unit.
[Android Head-Units] bnd009:
Hey, can someone help me to find the Zbox Z APK 3.0 to Download in English?

I have the 3.0 in Chinese only. And the 2.1 doesn’t work. My Firmware is 3.0
[Android Head-Units] battler2006:
Hi,

has anybody the newest ( 2018.05.17.1342 ) Firmware Upgrade for the White Dongle. I can download it thru the App but the Dongle will not Update. The previous Version i updated with U Disk. Or can anyone tell me how to do this thru the App. :confused:

Thx
[Android Head-Units] arkzrlo:
I put the link to the latest firmware and app a couple posts above yours
[Android Head-Units] battler2006:
Yeah perfect. Thx.
[Android Head-Units] Bradsr12:
Amazing addition to the firmware! At last the “white” dongle has “next/previous” control! Thank you much to whomever you are!!

I am still getting the “USB” pop up at the main screen though which is a big pain!!

The only other thing, that look hideous is the “setting gear wheel” icon on the main screen...

I think it would just look better saying “settings” and just touch that!!

But brilliant new firmware anyhow! A great addition!
[Android Head-Units] highlander10:
Thanks much. Unfortunately, installing the firmware and the new APK only removed the second USB permission pop-up for the dongle. I still have the first USB pop-up for permission to use the USB port. Obviously clicking the default check box does nothing for the next time.

Had considered trying to make the app a system app, but can't get the pin code for my head unit to access developer options, etc.

Anyone have any suggestions?

Current versions: Android 7.1

Firmware: 2018.05.17.1342CAP

APK: 2018.05.18.1200
[Android Head-Units] richardacraig:
With latest firmware and software versions

Firmware: 2018.05.17.1342CAP

APK: 2018.05.18.1200

I have been able to get rid of the pop ups. But now I have to reinsert the white dongle into the USB port to have it recognised by the Android head unit.

I am still experiencing a crash perhaps once an hour and have not yet worked out if it is the dongle or the APK. I have tested supplying more power to the Dongle using a USB splitter and externals power source which does not seem to have reduced the crashes but need to test more.
[Android Head-Units] marchnz:
Or another example of a typical half baked buggy Chinese hack.

Thanks to the forums for real world experieces I won't be purchasing one :)
[Android Head-Units] techo91:
Well I don’t experience crashes for now, which is new, but I have the pop up message once on every boot. I don’t have a powered hub installed. I have Malaysk Oreo rom installed, maybe that makes the difference.
[Android Head-Units] twindon98:
Do you have it the other way around.... An dongle.. that will allow Andriod phone on Apple Car Play?
[Android Head-Units] grohmans:
repacked apk is still not working

Hi arkzrlo.

Thanks for the link. Based on your other thread from piloteers forum you needed to repack the apk to be installed on 2016 Pilot HU (mine was already rooted and I was able to install other apks fine without any issues). I tried it but it did not work; the install button was grayed out. Can you please share the one you repacked? Thanks

EDIT: Thanks arkzrlo for replying in piloteers forum and provided the repacked apk.
[Android Head-Units] Yfilali:
Hello!

i have the exact same issue....Siri does not seem to work properly...I tried diff. APKs with no avail....

someone please helps us

thanks
[Android Head-Units] Bradsr12:
I didn’t at first, but now I have connection issues, again about once every hour, it just disconnect the connects again...
[Android Head-Units] andreyirra:
Just got the black one. It has worked flawlessly without any intervention at all. It even supports wheel controls out of the. Is.

Now, I have seen people updating the usb and even the zbox app. What are the changes? Is there anything worthwhile if mine seems to be working flawlessly?
[Android Head-Units] Yfilali:
what wheel controls can you use?

I only have 'next/previous' working on mine

let me know
[Android Head-Units] projectwidow:
I just searched this thread and didn't see anyone answer it yet.

I'm curious as well since I have a Nexus 7 in my car. I'd love to add carplay via the dongle! Does anyone know if this is doable?

Thanks!
[Android Head-Units] JayNornIron:
How the F**k do you pull up the settings on the app? I seen someone posted a screenshot of their settings, I have no idea how to access them. I have installed the latest APK, but haven't installed the latest firmware.