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[Nexus 6P General] Sunit6k:
I had flashed Elemental Ex 6.06 after I got my BLOD NEXUS 6P to work. I hope you have TWRP 4 core custom recovery installed. Also make sure you are flashing it over stock kernel/previous version of Elemental Ex kernel and not any other custom kernel.

Steps I followed:

1. Downloaded Elemental Ex 6.06 which is the latest one.

2. Flashed it using TWRP recovery.

3. Flashed the workaround injector ( This is very important).

4. Reboot.

This worked for me!
[Nexus 6P General] ShadowVlican:
Same experiences here... Phone worked fine with the initial patch for a month or two, then began to bootloop again. So indeed, once you get bootloop, it's just a matter of time your phone will be permanently useless.

Horrible experience overall, will not be considering Huawei in the future.
[Nexus 6P General] Jfelips:
after 6 months using the fix, my phone started to bootloop again :/

now there's just a black screen, no google logo, no recovery. but it gets recognized on pc with a weird name.

no chance to bring it back again?
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Jfelips, I'm not 100% sure, but most likely - there is no software-related fix in your case, just replacing motherboard will help (but no guarantees that replaced one won't have such issues in future). You can purchase used motherboard from aliexpress. I've searched for it and there are 2 options (32GB and 64 GB ) from one seller, it costs around < 100 bucks incl shipping.

All, are there any stats on how long devices after fix will be workable? How many users faced the same problem as Jfelips, ShadowVlican, ricbaez ? Thanks.

As for me - I'm using my fixed Nexus 6p around 2 months. CUrrently on 8.1.0 Oreo.
[Nexus 6P General] veitograf:
i also have the problem with my 6p and acip rom (8.1) now. i twrp.img and from there the blod-workaround and now my rom ist stuck on bootanimation.
[Nexus 6P General] MarGa18:
For Reviving a BLOD Device

Unlock the bootloader.

Flash/boot patched TWRP.

Flash BLOD Workaround ZIP.

Reboot.

hello, my nexus 6p is in bootloop. It happened after updating to the April security patch. Reading I was able to install the factory image of March, it went well for a month and I enter bootloop again. I reinstalled the factory image of March but still in bootloop. I want to install the 4-core array, but I never touch my phone and I do not speak English, so I'm afraid I will not do it correctly. I would greatly appreciate if someone can tell me if these steps would be fine:

1- Unlock bootloader

2- Write to the command: fastboot flash recovery twrp3.2.1-0.img

3- Type in the command: fastboot flash BLOD Workaround AK2 .zip

4- Restart: fastboot reboot

Is it correct to do this without modifying the factory image already installed to exit the bootloop?
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Follow these steps after you have unlocked the bootloader:

1. Type in command: fastboot flash recovery twrp3.2.1-0.img

2. Use volume button on your phone to reboot to recovery. You will get twrp home screen

3. Click on Install and select the BLOD workaround AK2 zip and pull the slider

4. Select the reboot system option. Select do not install option in the next screen

You should be able to boot after this. Kindly revert if you need any further help.

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@squabbi I just made a 4 core boot image for June security update using your tutorial. I know BLOD workaround is the simpler option, but this boot image may be helpful for those who are starting with a clean slate without custom recovery. I am attaching the file in this post, you can list it to your android file host if you wish to.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mpLnPpjBeSZPj7ADAXjW9Jn71lS1DX_7
[Nexus 6P General] MarGa18:
[MENTION=8784074]abhimba1586[/MENTION] Sorry, my phone had a locking pin before the bootloop, is this a problem when installing the modified file and restart?
[Nexus 6P General] Zacharybinx34:
I flash all of these and it keeps boot looping.

What else can I try?

:(
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Pin lock should not be a problem.

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Which build are you on? You need to flash the 4core modified boot file specific to your build. Only then the fix can work.
[Nexus 6P General] Zacharybinx34:
I'm on the newest 8.1 factory image from google website.
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Try flashing this modified boot image and see if it works for you

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mp...jW9Jn71lS1DX_7
[Nexus 6P General] billa:
Bad link sir, please repost or edit it.
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Earlier link not working. Try this one

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mpLnPpjBeSZPj7ADAXjW9Jn71lS1DX_7
[Nexus 6P General] alex_tee:
Guys, is there any other method to fix this BLOD? I flashed latest factory image - no result, latest patched 4core boot - no result, and patched 4core twrp - still not booting. Does this mean my phone is totally dead?
[Nexus 6P General] shuli81:
The method in this thread works fine. If it's not working for you, u are either doing something wrong or there's something else wrong with your device. Been using it for 8 months with no issues.

Also there's no reason to flash modded boot imgs and kernels etc. Just do your regular flashing routine and then flash osmosis zip from here:

https://basketbuild.com/filedl/devs...BLOD_Workaround_Injector_Addon-AK2-signed.zip

It will do all the tedious work for u.
[Nexus 6P General] alex_tee:
I would be glad if I could even boot into recovery to flash my usual LOS and this addon. As I said, flashing patched TWRP didnt help in my case. Nevertheless, thanks for any help/ideas.
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
Same here the BLOD 4core fix worked on my device for around 6 months.

Then the dreaded freeze and reboot can't now boot into 4core TWRP.

Any other ideas guys?
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
Thanks for your in depth guide Billa.

Unfortunately I can't boot into twrp 4core which ever version I use:(
[Nexus 6P General] billa:
Try using the heating or freezing method to fix it temporarily, then quickly setup it up, go to Developer Options and turn on OEM Unlock.

The idea here is to somehow fix it temporarily till you can unlock the flash lock (but first must turn on OEM Unlock) then you can flash the patched boot to disable the bad core.

I've spent over 2 days till I succeeded, but finally did :)
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
I have OEm unlock already, this is my 2nd bootloop. After the original bootloop fix it worked for around 8months which I was very pleased with :)
[Nexus 6P General] billa:
Well, I was really between a rock and hard place, bootlooping with OEM Unlock off... uhhhh

So, try to at least stabilize it long enough to be able to send:

fastboot flashing unlock

If the above command fails that means you have OEM Unlock turned OFF, and MUST turn it ON.

Then send:

fastboot flash boot Huawei_H1511_6P_OPM6.171019.030_Boot_4Core.IMG

fastboot reboot-bootloader

Also at this point flash the 4-Cores patched TWRP so you can both FORMAT and WIPE the partitions I've mentioned earlier.

AT THE VERY LEAST you mast have a stable bootloader/fastboot mode, and as long as OEM Unlock is turned on, you can flash away.
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Between your original bootloop fix and 2nd bootloop have you updated your android build or flashed custom ROM or any other thing worth mention?

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Hey Alex, is this the first time you're facing the bootloop or it is a subsequent BLOD after initial fix? Moreover, exactly which build were you on when this BLOD happened?
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
Hi I did update anything from the original bootloop fix worth mentioning. I think after the 2nd bootloop it's finished!
[Nexus 6P General] dolphin77:
Back to future

Thanks to op, updated to the latest security update. A bit confused. Today is Tuesday, 3rd of July. Version shows that security update is dated 5th of July. An update from the future. Android is implementing futures :)
[Nexus 6P General] billa:
That's because they usually future date releases at the time of compiling, and in this case they just released it before the anticipated date.

Hope that helps in understanding, that there's no travelling into the future, yet. xD
[Nexus 6P General] hanschke:
twrp-3.2.2-0-angler.img will be patched too?
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
Hello [MENTION=4752144]squabbi[/MENTION]!! Can we flash the twrp 3.2.2-0 image in the existing installed twrp 3.2.1-0 4 core FBE version? Following it by flashing BLOD workaround AK2 zip? Will these steps patch the latest twrp to work for 4 cores?
[Nexus 6P General] daeboe:
I've followed the directions to fix the boot.img and reflashed it along with the twrp. I'm still bootlooping and can't get into the recovery. Any ideas? I haven't managed to get into the recovery to flash the kernel or anything. The boot image I utilized to patch is the one from the e1 image file. I have set the cpus to 0-3. I have the maxcpu=4 flag set. Did I miss anything or did the phone I'm using burn the little cores as well?
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Try not to patch images yourself directly.

Look at the post #2 of squabbi in this thread and follow the procedure. It helped in my case when i was trying to modify boot.img myself.

So you need:

For Reviving a BLOD Device

Unlock the bootloader.

Flash/boot patched TWRP.

Flash BLOD Workaround ZIP.

Reboot.

I would recommend to flash_all at first the latest original Oreo factory image and then proceed with steps above.
[Nexus 6P General] daeboe:
When you say flash BLOD Workaround ZIP, do you mean flash a partition with it or you have to boot into TWRP? Because following the steps outlined in the guide, I can't get it to boot into TWRP.

edit: I followed what you mentioned. I performed a flashall with OPM6.171019.0E1. I attempted to run "fastboot flashing unlock", but I got a message saying "(bootloader) Device already unlocked! FAILED (remote failure)". Then I flashed the TWRP 3.2.1.0 with FBE support image to the recovery partition. I then attempted to boot the phone into recovery, but the phone bootloops. What should I try next?

additional things I've tried: locking cores from 0-3 and packing the boot images (on 8.1). flash all-ing factory images from 8.1, 8.0, and 7.0, and their respective boot images, and TWRP 4core 3.2.1.0.
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
You need to

flash recovery *twrp_with_4_core.img"

Then reboot into recovery mode and install workaround zip from Twrp.

If you can't enter revovery mode this way, repeat once again with another patched edition of twrp image.
[Nexus 6P General] daeboe:
I just tried what you suggested. It's still bootlooping. I guess I'll keep working my way down the downgrade chain. Hopefully something connects, then I'll try upgrading from that spot forward. Thank you for the help so far. I'm just glad I'm not doing this without input from someone who's done it already.
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
No problem. If you wont get it fixed, i can upload a combination of images that worked for me at the beginning ( i tried with nougat and flashed downloaded patched image without twrp).
[Nexus 6P General] daeboe:
Actually, that would be greatly appreciated.

I tried to go down as far as 7.0. The only interesting variation that I noticed is that when on 7.0, utilizing the AOSiP 6.3 image, the device doesn't loop, but actually shuts itself down... and then reboots from the charging icon popping up and rebooting as a result from it.
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
Keep us updated please guys. I after a 2nd bootloop 4 core fix can no longer access TWRP

Previously My blod fixed n6p lasted around a year before now bootlooping no matter what i flash.

Thanks:)
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
daeboe,

Here you go. I've uploaded 2 images here https://files.fm/u/djvca5rw#_

1) boot.img (N2G48B_4Cores.img) - nougat . You need to flash appropriate images from same edition first.

2) patched TWRP ( twrp3_1_1_4Cores.img)

image from p.1 above - was the 1st one that worked for me. Before it I tried several ones, including patched myself (unpacking, playing around with diferent internal paramaters, and repacking again)

BTW - I found Oreo images working just fantastic comparing to Nougat on my 4 core Nexus 6p .

So once you get it working with TWRP - try to upgrade to latest Oreo as outlined in posts above.
[Nexus 6P General] squabbi:
You may have to do it in this order, boot patched TWRP, flash the 3.2.2-0 TWRP via TWRP, then flash the workaround zip. :)
[Nexus 6P General] abhimba1586:
So effectively, flashing the workaround zip is a one-stop solution for patching boot images, kernels and recovery, if I have not understood wrong?

Thanks a lot for your work and guidance!
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
I had success with this procedure back in Feb. Now, I am sitting here with my phone in bootloop again.

Trying go through the processes in post 2 and I am not able to reboot into recovery. It just goes into bootloop.

I am going to bring my phone into a shop to replace the battery tomorrw am.

Any suggestions for my scenario with the Boot Loop Patch is failing
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Can you enter recovery mode?

What happened before you have got bootloop again ?
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
As per my message, I follow the steps in Post #2.

After I flash the modified recovery I try to reboot into recovery. It just goes into bootloop.

As for your other question, the phone has been working fine up until yesterday when it went into the bootloop at lunch. It recovered by just shutting down and starting again, but later in the evening it went into bootloop and wouldn't respond like it had earlier in the day.

My battery life has been getting less and less, hence the battery replacement today.

That is complete and I will see what I can do this evening following the procedures. I am hoping that with the battery replacement I see similar results like: bold-nexus6p-to-life-8-functional-cores-t3817193.

I'll give an update this evening when I give it another shot.
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Very interesting information. Please keep us updated on your results.
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
Ok, so back home and trying to the steps 2. Same results for me, I am not able to get into the 4 core twrp recovery. My phone just goes right into bootloop.

I am not comfortable in editing the files myself, is it possilble for someone to patch the latest image for the 6p so I can use that and bypass going into recovery? Nm just found the pre patched one at the front of this post.

And now I have a red notification light flashing at me...

Regards,

Glenn
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
Did you get your phone working? I am running into the same problem. 2nd time through the boot loop issue. So far no success in getting it into recovery.

Glenn
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
Unfortunately not. After the 2nd blod bootloop I think the cores have finally given up for good !

I got more than enough time on the Blod fix to be honest
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
[MENTION=4752144]squabbi[/MENTION] Has anyone out there been able to recover a nexus 6p that is starting to bootloop again after the initial boot loop fix was applied? So far nothing for me. I am still stuck in bootloop.

Here is what I have done so far:

1 - replaced battery

2 - flashed multiple versions of the os, can't get into recovery to flash the BLOD workaround.

3 - tried flashing already patched boot image for the latest version

4 - put phone in freezer for 10 minutes then tried to boot.

Not sure what else to try now. Any ideas?
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
[MENTION=4603185]asharx[/MENTION]

did you try the TWRP 4core patch that I've shared some posts above and enter the recovery?
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
Are you referring to this?

>>

Here you go. I've uploaded 2 images here https://files.fm/u/djvca5rw#_

1) boot.img (N2G48B_4Cores.img) - nougat . You need to flash appropriate images from same edition first.

2) patched TWRP ( twrp3_1_1_4Cores.img)

<<<

I'll give it a shot, I just looked up the other images for N2G48B. I'll download them when I get home tonight and see if I can get it going.

Glenn
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
No success, still boot looping. I found the matching images to go with N2G48B_4Cores.img.

Doesn't go into recovery.

Asharx
[Nexus 6P General] snappycg1996:
o I stopped using my 6P for a little while after flashing this since the battery was so worn out on it. I switched back to my 6P and replaced my battery and the phone is still working great! I do have a small problem.

Camera photos are way too dark and sometimes video is way too bright in the viewfinder. When taking a picture or video it shows up in the final image too of it being so dark or extremely bright. Is there a workaround fix for this? Otherwise it’s perfect. Just the camera appears broken. Snapchat, stock camera, snow, all of it is very very dark in the front and back camera. Taking an HDR+ photo fixes it temporary. Suggestions?
[Nexus 6P General] squabbi:
Unfortuantely, I've never heard anyone being able to get out of that second coming of the bootloop. :( RIP
[Nexus 6P General] asharx:
Sigh... I liked that phone.

[MENTION=4752144]squabbi[/MENTION]

I did some more digging, and found this:

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=74447899&postcount=1747

It looks like there is an option that I hadn't tried, heating the phone up. See post below, I have accepted that my phone is pretty much dead, so now I am just trying to retrieve the data off of it.

Will let you know if heating it up lets me get past the bootloop.
[Nexus 6P General] rafael.rm.moreira:
Hello,

I have visualized that you have placed the most recent img files with the deactivation of the 4 nuclos, based on the July version of the Oreo. I would like to know the following, to install the modified image, do I need to install the modified TWRP for the 4 cores first?
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Correct
[Nexus 6P General] craigviar:
Hey all. Is there anything about this fix that might prevent the Hangouts app from receiving google voice calls?
[Nexus 6P General] daeboe:
I don't think there's anything in it that prevents voice calls from being received.
[Nexus 6P General] Elancastro:
Hi, I have a question, I just bought a Nexus 6P. I became root (Magisk 16.0) and installed Rom DU 12.4. On two occasions when I started loading it, it restarted for no reason. Even if you have not suffered Bootloop of Death (BLOD), is it necessary for you to complete this process?

Thanks in advance.
[Nexus 6P General] allauddin khilji:
twrp decrypt

tried everything as directed. patched boot image through fastboot, installed the workaround through adb sideload.. formatted userdata through fastboot as well as through TWRP. TWRP would just not let me have internal storage access. did this twice but it just doesnt work. anyone suffering because of this? can we use some alternatives to TWRP for doing this?
[Nexus 6P General] Aswin08:
Did all the same, bootlooping for me as well. Bought OP 5T.
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
After the second BLOD I recently brought a One Plus 3t excellent device with 6Gb of ram, does help with keeping apps in memory. You can pick up relatively cheap now too:). Thanks for keeping my 6p going on the first BLOD :)
[Nexus 6P General] Tigran_:
Guys, second bootloop is just a matter of time for sure ?
[Nexus 6P General] ezeuba:
Is this fix still working? I tried it for Nexus 5X and it worked perfectly, but so far has refused to work for Nexus 6P. I cannot get into TWRP even after flashing. Tried booting TRWP directly, still no show. I have tried different firmware versions and their corresponding patched boot images still it bootloops. It does boot normally after a while, maybe after getting warm from being plugged in and bootlooping severally. What else can I try? I really need to get this working.

Thanks.
[Nexus 6P General] ponepo:
Hello,

I have a BLOD mobile with locked bootloader and "OEM unlock" opción deactivated.

I have tried the following without getting it started:

1) Allow the battery to drain completely

2) Put it in the freezer 25 minutes

3) Heat it with a dryer in front, from behind, etc, for 15 minutes approx.

Does anyone know any more tricks or if it is a matter of waiting longer, etc?

Thanks

Enviado desde mi Nexus 6P mediante Tapatalk
[Nexus 6P General] maxguncel:
After my first BLOD the fix worked and I used my phone abour a year without problem. Today the nightmare came back and I can't get past the BLOD this time. I think it's time to bury my 6p... :(
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
I had the exact same thing. Say goodbye and have the fond memories :)
[Nexus 6P General] evertking:
man, im so mad this has happen to my phone. now im not android dev or wizard. I just love android. I loved this phone!!! just had it a month. I passed on it new and got the OP when it was release and regretted it. then I seen a mint 6P and thought what the hell.... and look now. I was just watching youtube and bammm…. bootloops..

anyway.. I think I have patched the boot.img for a factory img but like I said im no dev. what is the quickest and fastest way to get this phone up and running?
[Nexus 6P General] ronald_loulan:
Here's what i've done:

1. Replace battery

2. Flashed multiple stock roms

3. Flashed moded TWRP and latest boot patch

4. Use work station to heat at the Chip area at 280c for 30sec+

The phone is pretty useless to me. Anyone have some good idea, just let me know.

I'll test it if possible..
[Nexus 6P General] snappycg1996:
Nexus 6p bootlooping again after the 4core fix. Just Google logo and dies... I am rooted and recovery will not boot either.

ADB seems to not find my device while in the bootloader but fastboot does. Is there any way to pull my data and save it? :(

Drastically, I have a 6P with a broke screen and a good processor in it. Has anyone managed to successfully swap the motherboard or other internals and fix this issue? I know it's drastic but I'd love to get my files off there. :(

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Phone bootlooping again after 4core fix. Just Google logo and dies. Have you tried replacing the actual hardware causing the blod? I have another 6P with good parts, just dead screen.

Recovery won't boot, Google logo and crash and ADB can't find the device while in bootloader, I was hoping to ADB pull the SD contents. I really need these files :( no matter what I try, just Google logo and crash. No Nexus logo or anything.

Any thoughts?
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
At this stage in my experience, I wouldn't waste too much more time on it. When recovery doesn't boot on 2nd blod, it's a clear indication the cpus have failed.

Unfortunately it's time to move on to a new phone.
[Nexus 6P General] snappycg1996:
Got one on the way, but any way to save data?
[Nexus 6P General] AndroidHtc101:
I can't think of anyway because the device would need to see adb.

I know this is not very helpful now but.. Always backup your data and make it a habit for the future.
[Nexus 6P General] Avensac:
Can somebody explain me this part: "Your boot image that needs patching"

I have Android 7.1.1 Pure Nexus ROM, it's rooted and bootloader unlocked. Can't boot to recovery, only fastboot/bootloader (PWR+VOL.DOWN).

Do I need to patch custom room image or factory one? I'm confused...

I'm following this tutorial:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhObuifEp3Y
[Nexus 6P General] doo_dah:
I have a Nexus 6P sitting my draw and wondering whether to apply this patch. I have a new phone so I'd only use the phone for gaming/browsing the web.

Is the fix temporary? How long does the patch prolong the life of the phone? Is it worth the effort!?

Thanks!
[Nexus 6P General] minhthang_dunia:
my nexus 6p is still bootloop after I install updated PATCHED TWRP, I cant go to recovery to flash zip file, Can you help me this case?
[Nexus 6P General] squabbi:
I can't say how long it will prolong your device for. My 6P has been running for almost 4 years without needing the BLOD patch.

I probably wouldn't patch it if it didn't need it. :)