yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] iwantpies:
I can confirm the Surface 2 RT also boots into APX mode.

I got a USB ID of 0955:7335 for the Surface 2 RT.

After modifying the Fusee Gelee Launcher (changed DEFAULT_PID, you can alternatively pass -V and -P parameters), the script sees the Surface 2 and reads back the Device ID.

Unfortunately the switch.write(payload) line fails with a generic:

usb.core.USBError: [Errno 110] Operation timed out

I also can't seem to use nvflash when in APX mode, so possibly the APX mode is locked, similar to the Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet:

https://xdaforums.com/wiki/APX_mode

https://xdaforums.com/wiki/index.php?title=Lenovo_ThinkPad_Tablet&ajax=0#BootLoader
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] iwantpies:
After some more testing, the write fails after completing one "write_single_buffer" request.

So of the total payload, only 0x1000 bytes are written, and then the next write_single_buffer returns a Pipe Error.

Going through the NVIDIA TegraRCM application, https://github.com/NVIDIA/tegrarcm/, it seems like the RCM packet size should be the same as the Fusee code (T210).

At this point this seems like a very bad sign, as we aren't even trying to trigger the exploit yet, just write over the payload to the "Attacker-Controlled RCM Payload Target" as described by the fusee writeup.

Anyone have any idea why an Nvidia device in APX/RCM would fail on just writes greater than 1 RCM size (0x1000)?

Both the Surface RT/2 and the Switch seem to be secured with the Secure Boot Key (SBK), so that shouldn't be the issue.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] iwantpies:
Nevermind, I figured out why the writes were failing.

The entire exploit runs, and I get "Launch complete!", but I don't get any display output.

At this point I suspect either some of the addresses are wrong, or the intermezzo.bin or fusee.bin is incompatible with ARM32.

Anyone know if the Fusee intermezzo would work on a Surface RT 2?

There's a source file for the intermezzo on github, but I can't post it.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] CrackTheSurface:
quick summary:

https://github.com/Qyriad/fusee-launcher tiggers an exploit which allows to load and execute code before secureboot is active.

Connect SurfaceRT and your PC via a USB-A to USB-A cable.

Hold VOLUME-UP and pressing POWER-BUTTON boots surfaceRT in apx-mode.

install LibUSBk driver

python fusee-launcher.py -P 7130 intermezzo.bin

starts the exploit

-P provides the productID which is set to nintendoSwitch be default. No need to change VendorID.

surface RT: -P 7130

surface RT2: -P 7335

like iwantpies said it fails.

Linux: usb.core.USBError: [Errno 110] Operation timed out

Windows: PermissionError: [WinError 31] A device attached to the system is not functioning (Executing as Administrator doesn't help)

[MENTION=9367059]iwantpies[/MENTION] Could you tell us what you did? Maybe you still have the files on your PC?
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] saianjan:
You can follow this it is meant for Nexus 7,but they say that it should work for other Tegra 3 Devices too!

http://https://xdaforums.com/nexus-7/general/unbrick-nexus-7-tegra-3-device-t4078627

or

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-7/general/tutorial-how-to-unbrick-nexus-7-blob-bin-t4083879
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] pro_granade:
Did this work for anyone?
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Wsander12:
Interesting idea

If anyone can get the tegra exploit. Fuss glee to work correctly on the surface. Then would it be possible to flash the surface rt with the switch software effectively turning the surface rt into a switch. Just a thought
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Qiangong2:
No, the switch has extra security chips built in to the board that the surface doesn't have. Switch handles security at the hardware level, surface at the low-level software level
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] iwantpies:
[MENTION=10768985]CrackTheSurface[/MENTION]

Hey CrackTheSurface, it has been a while since I have looked into Windows RT stuff, here is what I remember.

For the Surface 2 (RT), the addresses for Fusee Gelee are different since it is a Tegra 4.

Here are the addresses I modified after referencing tegra114-miniloader.h from NVIDIA's TegraRCM tool:

RCM_PAYLOAD_ADDR = 0x4000e000
PAYLOAD_START_ADDR = 0x4000ee40
STACK_SPRAY_START = 0x40011e40
STACK_SPRAY_END = 0x40014000
COPY_BUFFER_ADDRESSES = [0x40004000, 0x40008000]
STACK_END = 0x4000e000

In addition, I had to modify the padding:

length = 0x30284
payload += b'\0' * (644 - len(payload))

So I gave up on using Fusee, as past the initial exploit, the next step that I identified was to write a usb-loader similar to fail0verflow's shofel2 usb-loader (With Tegra3/4 specific code).

Recently, I followed the guide at:

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-7/general/tutorial-how-to-unbrick-nexus-7-blob-bin-t4083879

For Nexus 7 (Tegra 3) on my Surface RT 1 (Tegra 3).

It dumps out the SBK, but to use TegraRCM, you need a blob.bin built using the decrypted bootloader for Surface RT 1.

I even tested building the blob.bin using the nexus 7 grouper decrypted bootloader, and using the result on the Surface RT, but this fails.

Unrelated to Fusee, but back when I posted in 2018, I also tried to spend some time on the Secure Key Golden Boot exploit and even after self compiling grub for arm32, that seemed like a dead end.

At this point, using the Fusee exploit and building the post exploit code for Tegra3/4 using shofel2 usb-loader as a guide seems like the easiest option (vs working around UEFI).

Back in 2018 I was unable to find an ARM32/Tegra3/4 bootloader that would fit in the exploit memory space, but that may have changed since 2018.

Feel free to @ me in the Discord you created, same username there.
[General Questions and Answers] BakenFish:
Hey Guys

Im new to all this Stuff and these are the questoins that weren't anwered in the forums.

1. What does a kernel chage do to the phone? Does it reset it or can i leave all my stuff on it?

2. To install a custom Kernel you need a rooted phone. (Thats wad I read) But the only way for me to get a rooted Phone (Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 is to use a custom Kernel. Just. HOW?

3. My phone actually has a octa core cpu but 4 are locked my samsung. There are custom Kernels that can unlock those. But if root relies on the kernel, can I install the octa core kernel and keep the root?

4. Does installing a custom ROM reset the kernel or change it back to the stock one?

Im a BIG NOOB. So please help me. :)
[General Questions and Answers] DSA:
All your questions have been covered multiple times on this forum, search is your friend.

Anyway,

1. What does a kernel chage do to the phone? Changes the kernel and all associated files - There is obviously more to this than im prepared to go into in this post.

Does it reset it or can i leave all my stuff on it? No it doesnt reset it, yes you can leave your stuff on it

2. To install a custom Kernel you need a rooted phone. (Thats wad I read) Incorrect But the only way for me to get a rooted Phone (Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 is to use a custom Kernel. Just. HOW?

1. Install a custom recovery

2. Flash your custom kernel

3. Flash your desired root zip

4. Done

3. My phone actually has a octa core cpu but 4 are locked my samsung. There are custom Kernels that can unlock those. But if root relies on the kernel, can I install the octa core kernel and keep the root? Maybe, check the op of that kernel, but you will probably have to reflash your root zip

4. Does installing a custom ROM reset the kernel or change it back to the stock one? Most roms come with their own kernel, which would obviously overwrite

Based on your questions/information, i honestly recommend reading A LOT more and understanding what you are doing before flashing anything, otherwise you could end up with a shiny paperweight. Plus, this belongs in Q&A not general.
[Security Discussion] SGH-i200:
https://www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/...ibaba-funding-at-a-record-3-billion-valuation

Anyone here that has not been photographed with a Chinese-made phone, yet? I feel bad for the people living there.
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] victorbayas:
I flashed March Update with MiFlash Clean all and Lock but I'm able to unlock the bootloader again with the developer settings disabled, that is a big security risk because someone with physical access to the device will be able to unlock the bootloader without permission and maybe decrypt personal data.
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] scoobygram:
I have also noticed similar behavior recently. Great that issue is not specific to me only. Bad it exists.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nkomp18:
Hi all.

Hope someone can help me. When I got my Samsung S8+, I quickly installed TWRP and then rooted it with magisk the same day I received it.

After that I removed a LOT of bloatware and installed hundreds of apps and everything was fine for 6 months.

One day it gave me a weird lock error, because I think I accidentally removed the OEM Unlock and the phone went crazy.

I had no phone for a few days but eventually I managed to flash stock rom and phone went back to normal.

I lost root, but I managed to keep all my data.

Now I want to see if I can get root again. However, all the tutorials to get TWRP require that I wipe my phone.

My questions are:

Can I root my phone without wiping all my data? Is there a chance that my bootloader is unlocked already or did flashing stock rom remove that?

If I have to wipe my data, how can I keep all my apps (and the app data). I have Titan Backup but that needs root to work so I don't see how to save the app data?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] JeffDC:
Here is the query result using your basic question. . .

https://xdaforums.com/search.php?searchid=446156896
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] jaannnis:
Inorder to root, you need twrp and in order to get twrp working you need to wipe everything first.

I don't know if there is the possibility to backup app data without root, however i found this articel.

Just because I'm curious, which apps are important for you to have a local backup? I went through all my apps and didn't found a single app which isn't either naturally stored in the cloud (like whatsapp, FB, Snapchat,..) or has the function to export/backup things like tasker. :fingers-crossed:
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] nkomp18:
Hi Jaannis.

I have a lot of apps that do not store their data in the cloud but locally in the phone. Without being too specific, some of these are notes, some are social apps (connections with hundreds of different people around the world with conversations, pictures and videos) and some are personal collected data.

I managed to migrate all the data the last 5 years using Titan and I think it's silly after managing to save them suddenly to lose them. On the other hand it kind of looks like there is no other way. Without Titan backup working, I will need to lose everything. :(
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] eKristensen:
Hi

My Nexus 6P died (BLOD on primary and recovery image), and I'm looking for a new phone. I've come to consider this Nokia 7 plus and the Pixel XL, they cost around the same in Denmark.

However one feature i cannot find anywhere is what chip set there is in the Nokia 7 plus for the NFC chip. I need the NFC chip to support Mifare Plus (Normally the NFC chip would have to be from NXP for this to be true)

Is there anybody out there who i able to check it on their Nokia 7 plus? I've tried to Google it for hours without any resolve, looking at tear downs and forums. Also no stores nearby have it on display.

Thank you so much in advantage!

Regards

eKristensen
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] Brotuck:
Is there any app that can check this ? I do not want to open my brand new nokia :eek:
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] eKristensen:
I don't know sadly. I've ended up ordering the phone anyways to check it. I plan to return it if it doesn't support it.

The reason i ask for mifare plus support is so that i can read my "Rejsekort" we have in Denmark. A card you use for the public transportation. The Nexus 6P supported it, and it has a NXP NFC chip inside.

There is a SDK to get information about the NFC chip, but i don't know any app off my head that can show it...
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] eKristensen:
Info to anybody landing here: I've got the phone now and tested it. As far as i can make it it does have mifare support. The card i wanted it to be able to read, works.
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] Arjun322:
Nokia 7 plus does have NFC Chip.

Sent from Nokia 7 plus
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] eKristensen:
That wasn't the question. I knew it have a NFC chip, the question was whether or not it supported mifare plus, that spec wasn't available anywhere i could find :)
[Nokia 7 Plus Questions & Answers] GintoSama:
Glad it worked out well!
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] bmg-madman:
Help,

i have bought an Xda Exec for my son, who thought it a good idea to update using the supplied disc. when he switched it on after said upgrade the xda just frezes on the O2 screen with red writing in the corner. this writing is R 109.00, G 42.42.p8, D 1.30.107WWE. i'm sorry but i have no idea how to follow the threads, so could someone please inform me how to fix in easy to follow steps. a soft and hard reboot does nothing.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] bennyyen:
Dear Bmg,

Please check your device is G3/G4 ( Power Button + Light Button + Reset )

- if show V1.01 = G3, if show V2.01 = G4

So, find the ROM that suitable your device and flash it ! :D

Cheers,

:cool:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
I don't know which one to pick... Black dragon or black camo...? How is the grip on each of them. Anyone knows?

Thanks.View attachment 4471782View attachment 4471783
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] BigMosley:
I have the Black Dragon skin (cuz of Game of Thrones) and I can say it does add some grip to the phone, I can't speak on the black camo.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
How does it look on the phone?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] nuclearrage:
Black dragon is awesome, especially with the grip case they made!!! Kinda looks more like a charred wood than dragon scales per se , but still looks and feel great.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] borijess:
Black camo
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] MaZaGnGy:
black camo <3
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] DK253:
I just got my black camo skin in yesterday and I like the look/texture better than my current black dragon skin. Like someone said above, the black dragon looks/feels kind of more like burnt wood or something. Not saying black dragon is bad/ugly in any way!!! I loved it while I had it, but I just prefer the look and feel of the camo.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
How is the grip of black camo? Better or worse than black dragon?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] borijess:
Worse. Camo is smooth while dragon has texture.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
Oh... that is not good then. Thanks for info guys.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Dean-xXx:
Have both of them on my MacBooks and iPad and they both textured.

I prefer the black camo, it has great texture and doesn't wear off.

Black dragon wears off pretty quick and will look a lot like the black leather one after a while.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] SaadatM:
I have the regular matte black skin and in all honesty, I'm surprised how clean and smooth the skin is.

Reduces slippiness about 20%.

Increases the look (especially if you have the golden N8) because of the sweet accent color.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
Nah, matte is slippery.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] sefrcoko:
I don't really agree unless you're speaking relatively. I've owned both matte and dragon, and I wouldn't describe matte as "slippery". Naked is definitely slippery, whereas matte has some grip and the dragon skin has even more grip.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vojopd:
I meant in comparison with dragon. I want something really grippy. I ordered black dragon. Waiting to see it in live.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vonDubenshire:
Did you like the grip?
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Curtis1973:
First how to use.

If you download let's say APL1 stock rom built to flash in TWRP (NOT flashable firmware via Odin...Custom Stock roms only.) and the data doesn't work and you know your firmware from original was the APL1 firmware. Then the available APL1 zip below will fix your data and get you on your proper carrier.

1. Pick the firmware build and carrier type below and flash it via TWRP.

2. Upon boot your device should configure itself to the proper carrier.

3. You're done. That's it.

As of now I have put together zips for all Virgin and Boost firmware builds.. These zips do need testers. So if you download let's say [MENTION=6085001]Sands207[/MENTION] APL1 rom and you're device current firmware is APL1 and yet you get NO service upon flashing the rom. Pick the APL1 zip for Virgin below and flash it. That should fix your service upon boot. Virgin users willing to test please post results in this thread. To be sure all works properly,only flash the zip AFTER the rom has booted and no service was established. Reboot to TWRP then flash.

Note: These zips will NOT fix your service if your device firmware is anything but for the custom rom you are trying to use. Your firnware MUST match that of the rom firmware. This is to give cross-carrier use among Sprint,Boost and Virgin roms of same firmware type. If you flash a rom of APL1 knowing your device is AQF4 this won't fix your service.
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Curtis1973:
Boost users can now use their data fix zips. See Op for flashable zips. Pick your current build number. Look in settings, about device, build number...the last four numbers will tell you which zip to select.
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Curtis1973:
This thread is considered final. I do not think Sprint users need fix zips as the roms already default to Sprint. And have gotten no feedback that they do not work so I assume all is good.
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Skrappy187:
Thank you for your work on this. You made my novice ability to customize my device a whole lot easier.
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 68mshrop:
What do you mean by data fix
[Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Madisen:
My last 4 ARJ2 and thats not an option so what do i do
[Huawei P9 Lite Questions & Answers] yaco96:
Hi, i rollbacked from elite rom to global for latin america VNS-L23C605B120 Marshmallow, to that point all good it turned on and everything, when i went to developer settings think i turned off oem unlock check?, after that i went to update to Nougat but.. i installed the wrong update, the VNS-L23C110B150, now it turn on with black screen and i cant do anything else.

Fastboot don´t work because OEM is uncheked in developer.

I tried VNS L21 rollback (because VNS L23 dont exist) and in dload method i get error wrong version.

TWRP has dissapeared after the first Rollback that worked.

I tried to flash the VNS-L23C605B120 full firmware other time but i get the message ´´Incompatibility with current version´´.

Please help me, the phone is new it had two weeks using and i did that HUGE mess.

Thx everyone :)
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] 4duros:
I just ordered a pair of tempered glass from AE

2Pcs/lot Full Tempered Glass For Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 2S Screen Protector 0.26mm 9H Anti Blu-ray Glass film for xiaomi mi mix /mix 2s

http://bit.ly/2TGMIX2SHDABR

Pzoz xiaomi mi mix 2s glass tempered cover prime screen protector for xiaomi mi mix2 s Clear Screen phone glass film mix 2 glass

http://bit.ly/TGPZOZMIX2SAE

Will update any news.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] TheInfiniteAndroid:
Where they any good?
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] pancomido:
I got his from AE:

http://s.aliexpress.com/NVBJNn2A

Only frosted one that I could find. Quick delivery. Fits well, but doesn't have any installation frame, took a few tries to set it as best as I could. Edges are not totally perfect, but you can use the liquid the send to fix that, but I haven't, I'm not risking it and I think it happens with the rounded edges.

Smooth to touch, no reflections, no fingerprints. Good image, little granulation.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] 4duros:
The Anti Blu-ray are fine, fits perfect. You can view it here (since 6:19):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chLXFUb5mTU

The Pzoz are black. When ordered there wasn't option to select color, only MIX 2 or MIX 2S.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] TheInfiniteAndroid:
Thanks for this, I'll be sure to leave a like on the video, if you have time in your day could you take some close up pictures of the screen protector, specifically round the edges and around the camera etc. Thanks :highfive:
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
for anyone who wants a super cheap glass screenprotector, I ordered this one for under 3 euro with shipping. ordered on 20 may and arrived today .

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xia...608.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.ed934c4duq38eT
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Andypandiiee:
Do you have a picture with the screen protector applied?
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
Noy this is my spare one. But I put it on top of my current one and it fits perfectly.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Andypandiiee:
I noticed the tempered glass screen protector has a cutout for the earpiece! Does that mean the screen protector covers the entire front display? I'm assuming it goes to the very very edges of the screen rather than the current tempered screen protectors that stops a few mms from the edges.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
no its the same size as the ones without the cutout.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Andypandiiee:
Might be a hassle, but can you please take a photo of the screen protector just laying on the device? I would love to see its size on the phone. Thanks bud
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
here
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] rainbow99:
hi can i check if the anti blu ray sp sticks perfectly without using any liquid oil? From your video, it seems that you didn't use any although the package comes with the liquid oil. Would be great if the oil is not necessary. Thanks.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] 4duros:
Sorry for the delay.

Hope these are enough clear.

The anti Blue Ray looks great!

http://bit.ly/2TGMIX2SHDABR
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] 4duros:
Yes, right. Comes quit liquid (oil, seems, yes) but I didn't used it. Just installed on dry mode ;) And fits perfect for me!

Anti Blue Ray rulez! ;)

http://bit.ly/2TGMIX2SHDABR
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
i think the liquid stuff is to remove the potential black bars around the screen. at least thars what the description on mine says
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] rainbow99:
thanks for the confirmation, will get from the store then. bought quite a few tempered sp but not good for different reasons sigh.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Andypandiiee:
Is the rainbow effect existent at all?
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] Saiger:
Very slightly on the outer edges. But not annoying for me.
[Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Accessories] danikd:
Which one exactly you ordered? They have HD Glass, Antiblueray Glass and HD + Antiblueray ... Thx for info. DD
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] washingtonwill:
I have a Google Version P1XL 128 GB black and the guy I bought it from was tinkering a bit and flashed a minimalist ROM and somehow deleted the IMEI. I flashed a fresh stock ROM using Skipsoft and relocked the BL to see if it would fix it and no luck. SIM isnt recognized and the IMEI shows unknown. I used fastboot and command fastboot getvar all and it does show the IMEI there. What do I do to make it work again?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] MrWolfman:
all phones use *#06# to display the imei :)

sorry ignor me i miss read you