yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HTC U11  Questions & Answers] kin'cheezus:
Hi peeps. I'm currently running my U11 on Rooted 7.1 Nougat Stock ROM, which I love to pieces, it's very smooth, fast & stable.

I would like to know what peoples experiences are with Oreo, since it's a big job to upgrade once you've rooted. Are there any real advantages to updating? Is it worth the hassle?

Give me the skinny

cheers :good:
[HTC U11  Questions & Answers] LuH:
I was glad to get it mainly for two reasons - A it allows our company client certificates to be imported that were too advanced or something for Nougat (so now I can browse our internal systems from phone) and B there is LDAC support (useful if you have high-end Sony BT headphones) and other Bluetooth hi-res audio codecs on top of regular aptX. I also find the UI neater, and like new option for do not disturb mode (notifications off until next planned silent time ends) but that alone wouldn't make me flash. Let's see what others have to say :)
[HTC U11  Questions & Answers] deafmetal1:
Oreo was the start of all my problems... It's a tough situation though because Oreo brings with it the latest Android security patches...

But have had endless network, SMS and Wifi issues ever since.

Good luck!
[HTC U11  Questions & Answers] nomaj:
Icons are UGGLLLYYY! as hell! And yes i know themes ... but cant fix all problems - you need to change launcher =(
[HTC U11  Questions & Answers] LuH:
I suspect upgrade process is at fault, which wouldn't occur when re-flashing the rooted phone and restoring or re-installing your apps there. Just my guess though. Personally I didn't experience any such problems after OTA to Oreo.

Well, setting HTC Classical icons in Personalize - Edit current theme - Icons fixes most except for Google ones. I didn't really like how Oreo (or HTC?) rounded all the icons, with Google ones it works IMO.
[General Questions and Answers] ineuw:
I have an old, locked Rogers Communications (Canada) Samsung Galaxy Note 3, which I want to unlock and root. Unfortunately, I rooted before unlocking and damaged some system files so that the exchange server services stops all the time, and only the Home button works, the Menu and Back-up buttons don't work. Since there was no data on the phone, I reset it to factory settings, but this did not correct the exchange services or the buttons problem. Downloaded the correct stock ROM file and and tried to install it using Odin ROM installer but it failed with the following message:

What are the correct steps to repair the damage.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] briankariu:
Whats the most stable ROM for the Moto Z play?

I want to flash only once
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] rafikowy:
Stock one.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] tiago1966:
It's depends.

My favourites:

RR

AOKP

CR

CANDY

DU

AOSIP

DU
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] sam00561:
i have used all of them and the most stable and best battery life rom for me is lineage 14.1 official.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jatinkhatri:
RR is dead now ( at least for MZP)

CR is good for now ( 7.1.2 ) , stable and good for daily driver with good customisation options
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] mijing:
RR is the best till now
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Kdx10:
Is there a DU rom for our device?
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Jimi Mack:
I think if you flash just one and not try others you are short changing yourself. At that point you may has well not even unlocked your phone, stay full stock.

Looking to flash just one Rom is like just trying one flavor of ice cream and then deciding all other flavors are not worthy. Do not let someone tell you what is best, try as many as you can, then you tell yourself which is best for you. Each has its own advantages and each has it own flaws only you can say which you like best. As for the word Stable, they are all about the same... Some are more out of date but that does not effect its stability. Try them all and have fun.

---------- Post added at 11:40 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:38 PM ----------

An Unofficial one which was released back in August.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
stock.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jeprox:
Is there a safe way to downgrade to MM? I'm in Nougat 7.1.1 with Dec 2017 patch. with dual sim variant. I want to flash MM 6.0 or 6.1 with Nov or Dec 2016 patch.

I know i have to unlock bootloader. What i need a file for MM 6.0/6.1 with Nov.Dec 2016 patch and a link to do a downgrade.

I would appreciate any response.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Jimi Mack:
NEVER try to downgrade => permanently bricked phone.

ie if you're on nougat, DON'T try to go back to MM.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jeprox:
I think it would only bricked if i update back again to nougat, right? I dont mind staying in rooted MM than to be uptodate with N which drain battery faster
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
I have heard it both ways - bricked on MM or bricked on return to N. It's your phone. Just realize the chance you are taking.

I have found [MENTION=6409818]AmulyaX[/MENTION] 's

https://xdaforums.com/moto-z-play/development/rom-aospextended-rom-v4-6-amulyax-t3735010

(7.1.2) to be fantastic on battery life. Much better than MM. It's what I use most of the time these days until Oreo gets sussed.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] marcospheitosa:
Could you please list the links for each ROM?
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Jimi Mack:
Most are already out of date fora long time.... and I am sure XDA Search works. last I tried...
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jeprox:
Thank you for this. I've just unlocked my bootloader and will flash it. Wheres the stable TWRP that could backup EFS perhaps? Could you provide link for rooting?
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
Sorry for big delay - life keeps getting in the way...

TWRP that backs up EFS here:

https://xdaforums.com/moto-z-play/development/recovery-unofficial-twrp-3-2-1-0-option-t3743116

I had somebody's 3.2.1-0 and after second attempt was able to get it to flash it (choose "image")

Remember, with these TWRPs when you boot to it, the screen seems locked at menu so just tap pwr button and tap again and slide to unlock and you're good to go.

Scroll down Backup screen to see box for EFS.

There's also an app that backs up EFS (root I think).

For root I believe all I did was flash majisk 1530 zip in TWRP. -

To do that: flash ROM, flash gapps, install, then reboot to TWRP and flash 1530.

https://xdaforums.com/apps/magisk

second post.

Oh I see 1531 is out, so try that.

1530 or 1531 will auto install magisk mgr so you don't have to do anything. root plus safetynet. Works fine for me. I'll be back in a bit.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] marcospheitosa:
good night, I'm using several ROMs and testing on my zplay bike, the problems I'm encountering I've flagged. if I answered with the problems is because I liked the ROM, because the other ROMs that I did not like, nor signaled any mistakes. today I am in the last version of 8.1 AOSP, tomorrow I will quote bugs.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jeprox:
successfully installed TWRP
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
This should help. don't forget to use the patcher in the code at the top if you haven't already or you won't be able to restore stock backups.

https://xdaforums.com/moto-z-play/development/recovery-unofficial-twrp-moto-z-play-t3495629
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] jeprox:
Thank you. I've unlock bootloader, installed TWRP with the patch, installed latest magisk 1531. Now I have root access...

I would like to know if we can still receive OTA with this 7.1.2..
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
Not as far as I know, but you really should be discussing all this on the 7.1.2 thread...
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Nyoir:
In my experience with what's available for the MZP I've had the most stable experiences (from most stable to least stable while still not being considered unstable in my book)

-Stock ROM

-AOSP Extended

-LineageOS

-Xperience
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] KrisM22:
Assuming you,re talking N, then I would agree.
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Nyoir:
Oh yeah, I haven't tried any O ROMs on the MZP yet and from what I've seen so far I won't switch quite yet.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] the face:
A little thanks would have been nice ;) Good write up, well done!
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] jimmy2k:
Problem with downgrade

thnx for every thing but i got error when i try this "adb push rom3.img /sdcard" ... is this rom fro "3-segunda Rom" directory because when i unrar this file i get "rom3.img"... do i must rename this in rom3s.img? i try with two names "rom3.img and rom3s.img and i get this messages

Microsoft Windows [Version 6.1.7601]

Copyright (c) 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

G:\Downloads\Tutorial instalçao rom global Mi Box\Mi box 19-aa\4-ADB>adb push rom3.img /sdcard

adb: error: failed to copy 'rom3.img' to '/sdcard': couldn't create file: Is a directory

G:\Downloads\Tutorial instalçao rom global Mi Box\Mi box 19-aa\4-ADB>
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
I'm thinking this is a path problem in your windows environment. If you installed adb.exe from the link I gave you should have properly installed it in your windows machine with all the path environments intact. But if you just used adb.exe from somewhere as a standalone .exe file, the paths in your machine isn't properly done.

That said just make sure the rom3 img file is in the SAME directory as your adb.exe and execute the command in that directory from windows.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] fathersmaidenname:
Add another / to the end of /sdcard

adb push rom3.img /sdcard/

:)
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] jimmy2k:
pic1

yes this is solution...

thanks .....
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] imrouter:
Works Perfectly and Swift Method

Works Perfect on my box and very swift and good method if you know basic android / Linux commands :good::good::good::good:
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] NewKindOfWorld:
Thanks for this, I successfully downgraded to MM, which is soooo much smoother and fast than beta Nougat, didn't remember that.

And netflix, amazon prime video and youtube are working flawlessly ... can't think of any good reason I even tried those betas in the first place, had issues and issues with every new build !!
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] enzobusca:
It worked for me, thank you very much! :good:
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Razzerdk:
Yep it did also work for me.. Thanks for the guide..

Sendt fra min ONEPLUS A3003 med Tapatalk
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Kiyor01:
Mistake,sorry

Enviado desde mi MI 5s mediante Tapatalk
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] datoneazn:
Hi so if I'm on Build 1560, could I still do this? Or would I have to downgrade to 1028, if so how would I go about doing that. Thank you!
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Vispen74:
Every time I reboot my box after this tutorial I get like Chinese language, or similar?! I change the language back to Swedish, but a few seconds after next reboot it will change it back to this letters of some strange language (Last language choosable in the list in settings).

When Using "rom3.img", which file are you referring to? I have in the "3-Segunda rom"-folder:

Rom3s.img

Rom3s.rar wich contains a Rom3s.img

Which one should I use, and I guess I have to rename it to rom3.img? Or should it be another file here?

Edit: After the box installed the July update, the box is working as expected. Yes!
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] rtos123:
it didn't work for me. stuck at boot "mi" logo

My mi box has global version firmware, after flashing the MiBOX3_USA_once_r454(update_once.zip) firmware. rebooting stuck in "mi" logo even after 1 hour, tried at-least 5 times with different combos no luck.

Any help is much appreciated!

I think there are two versions of global firmware, one is for USA and other for rest. I unable to find the non-US version of global firmware. anyone has it will be a great help if you share it (or) any other solution will be good.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
I am unaware of any other version for MDZ-16-AB. If you're stuck in the Mi Logo, that's a bootloader incompatibility. I got stuck in that screen also during my tests and I remember clearing the partition in the recovery menu and trying it again.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] rtos123:
Thanks for your response.

Do you mean to do "fastboot erase system", "fastboot erase data" and "fastboot erase cache" before flashing MM 464, I did it but no luck. I also tried "Wipe Data" and "Wipe cache" from boot menu but it didn't work.

I was able to install last version of MM, which doesn't have debug mode so unable restore DRM with this.

I just tried to flash 464_USA again and "wipe data partition" but still luck, it doesn't go out of boot logo........

Also is there any versions of MM then the 464 with debug mode enabled. Hopefully this will work for me. if i'm able to get this.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
Then given your options I would return to Nougat 1028 beta to at least have your DRM intact.

You can also attempt to use a bigger backup (512Mb) of the bootloader as was described by the original creator of this procedure. Follow the original thread. At least you still have your DRM backed up in one way or another so your chances are still a lot better than those who completely lost their DRM
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] man76:
Would anyone have a 256mb backup of drm with Netflix working hdcp 1.x. To share? My Netflix is ​​broken, I wanted to try to install another backup to see if it works. Thank you
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] rtos123:
Yes, I returned back to nougat, restored DRM and again downgraded to nougat 924(which is much more stable) works much like marshmallow. netflix, youtube, cast etc.. works but amazon prime video is not working(was working with MM).

Anyway thanks for your help!

Any one got prime video working with Mi Box nougat?

it opens the video in nougat 1560 with cracks and frame-drop stuttering... makes it unwatchable. with nougat 1028 and nougat 924 it says "Problem playing video" .
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] rtos123:
xiaomi released MM 1901 firmware

My guess is no one is going to share their DRM. its the license and life of the device.

you should contact xiaomi to help recover the DRM.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] bigtalker:
Sorry, senior moment.

Follow normal recovery process being sure to avoid touching outer ring. May work better using 2 sets of hands.....
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Chryses:
I'll try thanks, I have some doubt because the box won't start at all, only red light on back but I can try.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] bubutm:
Hello :)

Any one have this files?
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] hawkdown77:
i need files again...... someone can reupload please??

thanks
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] marcoscdoni:
Hello, I was trying to reinstall using the USB Burning Tool and I had unchecked the "erase bootloader" option, but I restarted the application because it is not getting into flash mode, and I ended up running the flash with the option checked, now bluetooth, wifi do not work . Is there a way to recover?
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Gjanus:
i have a little problem, hope someone can help.

I was to slow (or my wifi to fast) and before i could turn my wifi off it started update to 6.0.1

Now i get a permission denied on the last step.

$adb shell

$dd if=/sdcard/backup-256mb.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0

Is there a other way to put my files back?

EDIT: Got it working. Reflashed 464 again.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] stetta93:
It works for me too.

Thanks so much.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] jknvv13:
I don't know what I'm doing wrong. I repeated EVERY STEP, I have a correct backup with DRM, but I just can't get once-464 booting. It just stucks at MI logo on the boot screen.

Tried everything, I don't know what anything else.

Newer firmwares at 6.0 work, but since I do not have root, I cannot restore the DRM backup.

Also, 7.0 firmwares work too, ofc, but I don't want 7.0, this is why I'm here.

The problem is just after dumping rom3.img to mmcblk0, rebooting into recovery, installing 6.0.1 (once-464/454), wipe data/cache and then reboot.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
I ran into that same problem myself.

My error was not doing a factory reset. In the recovery menu, select factory reset and you have to confirm factory reset. If you did not confirm it (Y/N question), you might have missed it as I did as the remote is finicky in the recovery menu.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] rtos123:
Same issue! me too. I tried with many with combinations including factory reseting each time, but still no luck. you can see my old post. Please let me know if your able to succeed in booting 464 by any means.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] datoneazn:
Can anyone help?
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
I've updated the original post to include the link to find all firmware for MDZ-16-AB. It includes build 1028.

https://www.mediafire.com/folder/9k82rbe2nc0vw/mdz-16-ab

Follow part 3 of the procedure but instead of using once_0464.zip, use the file once-7.0-1028.zip.

If you succeed, go do the entire thing from part 1 again.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] datoneazn:
Alright, so start at Part 3 and if it flashes fine,go ahead and do part 1 onwards correct. Just making sure I understand correctly, don't wanna brick it!

Just thought I had to backup the bootloader first so I don't lose DRM before flashing or is it only if I go from Nouget to MM?

Thank you!
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
Correct.

You only backup the bootloader once you're using Nougat 1028 build because all other builds are locked so ADB commands won't work at all.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] xarrek:
I have try and after DD rom3s.img and install 454.zip stuck on Mi screen. I try probably everything. After install 454 recovery work very slow and It takes about an hour to get back to 1028. I don’t know why this happens. Somebody have this problem and resolved it?
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
This is the most common problem if one did not do a factory reset after flashing 454 build. You have to ensure the box does a factory reset. You will know because after rebooting the recovery menu will come out again and automatically perform a factory reset THEN will reboot again
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] xarrek:
I make factory reset. I try with xiaomi_update file with “—wipe_data” and the same I stuck on Mi logo. Last time when I try downgrade I load bootloader then go to recovery make wipe. After that I update to 454 manually choosing zip file. After install I make factory reset and cache reset and still stuck on Mi logo.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] datoneazn:
So I successfully downgraded to 1028 and I'm trying to backup the bootloader, but I can't seem to save it to my PC.

Any ideas?

EDIT: Nevermind I just had to exit shell
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] datoneazn:
So I managed to go back to MM, however, Netflix and Plex refuses to work.

I get sign in failed with Plex and Error code: ui-800-3 with Netflix.

Youtube works however, any idea?

I pushed the backup to the device and looking at the About page: there's the Netflix ESN and serial number of the device
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
First time I've seen this error ever. Even in the old thread nobody ever reported getting one. I would try going to settings > apps > netflix and clear data,cache & defaults and see if it clears it up. If your ESN is valid then you can also try sideloading another version of Netflix (maybe phone version) just to see any difference.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] vasiboss:
Dear Dave,

Thank you for the tutorial.

I am still on MM.

If I folow part 1 can i backup MM or I need different commands arguments.

Thank you.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
If you are still on MM that means you're probably on the current build which is locked. This means ADB commands will not work, hence you can not back it up. The only firmware that isn't locked on MM is build 0464 (the first one when the box was first sold). However, people have tried to downgrade from current MM to build 0464 and they have been unable to do so.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] lnFeRn0:
Hi Dave,

Thanks to your tutorial I have managed to make the downgrade. I update to Nougat because from the beginning netflix when playing something a few seconds later gave an error: tvq-pm-100 (5.2.5) and playback stopped. I think this error is because the netflix license key was wrong from the beginning. Do you think that if I make a backup of the bootloader of a mi box that works and I put it to mine it will work?

Regards, and thank you very much
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] alexinc:
This sounds more like your TV/AVR isn't recognized as HDCP2.0 compliant or something like that. License Key should be ok. No need for copy&paste from different box.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
I agree. HDCP can be checked using an app called DRM Info. Also try experimenting with different setups like first connecting the Mi Box to TV alone and test. I also have not heard of any license key errors out of the box. HDCP is very insistent that the entire "chain" of devices from the box to the display and all it passes thru comply with encryption so content is secure. The Mi Box is also small enough so you can actually bring the box to a friend's house and test with their TV to isolate issues. It could also be ISP problems that causes netflix errors.
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] nomadman:
Hi guys.

I have Nougat installed and my only gripe is that not all cores works causing lags on the UI. I don't demand much on this device. All i use it for is youtube, hulu, netflix, NBA app live stream. I use the same speakers I have on my TV. So no special hardware considerations.

My question is, are there any bugs on MM that cause the apps to not function properly, fw crash/reboots, UI lags? I just want a smoother UI experience.

edit: btw, there us a new update for MM 6.01 in the mediafire repo.

Thanks
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] lnFeRn0:
Hi,

Everything that you say I've already tried. I bought mi box because my brother worked perfectly. I have tried to connect my mi box on his TV, with his ISP and his Netflix account and still giving error. I am in a Telegram group that there are several people who have the same problem. What I would like to know is if I can put the bootloader of one mi box that works to any other mi box. If so, you could pass me the working bootloader backup file and try to put it in mine.

With the DRM info:

HDCP Level: Unprotected

Max HDCP Level Supported: Unprotected

Thanks
[Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers] Dave Deluria:
Nobody is willing to upload their backup for simple reason once it's posted it's pretty much open to abuse. Hence if you really want to do this, get your brother's working mi box, upgrade it to 1028 Nougat and then perform the process (to revert it back to Marshmallow). Then you can do the same thing with your broken Mi Box but restoring his backup bootloader.

But again, you could also break his Mi Box's DRM. If you're willing to accept the risk of having to get your brother a new Mi box, then go for it.