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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] blazerMFT:
Hi all, I am attempting my first root (ever) using Magisk on an Android DAP (music player).

I don't see any recovery rom for this device (Shanling M3X) so I am going to attempt this using the method without twrp. I have downloaded everything (including fastboot and ADB), and found a link containing the stock OS for my device. I just want to ask, normally how big should the boot.img be? I found that in the zip folder containing the firmware, the boot.img is only about 25 mb, while there is a .dat file at about 1.2 gb, which I suspect should be the normal size for stock firmware.

But since I am so new to this, I just want to confirm, does it look like the smaller boot.img is the correct file to flash with Magisk? I would appreciate any help.

The purpose of rooting my device is to install JamesDSP which is only possible under root, since my Android device is 7.1.1.

Thank you very much.

EDIT: Also it looks to me like I can somehow (as an alternative) make a request somewhere here in XDA for a custom TWRP recovery file for my device. If this is the correct way to go can I would appreciate if someone can point me in the right direction.

Here is the link for the firmware. Thanks!

M3X Firmware Update_Shenzhen Shanling Digital Techno
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] hiltaro:
I`ve got a FAILED (remote: size too large) on Alldocube iPlay 8 Pro tablet (T806MH) when flashing boot partition. Error on SP Tool too. Didn't found any TWRP version compatible. All "easies" root and custom recovery have failed too.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Physiotherapist:
Did you manage to root the device?
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] skit777:
Hello. also you have that after the upgrade to oreo the music on the headphones quieter game? I have headphones above 50ohm and before the upgrade could not be heard above level 65. Now turn up the volume to the max and it is still not as loud as it was before the upgrade on level 65. I did a full wipe.
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] iRS_:
did you flash KDZ with refurbished option selected in LG UP ?
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] skit777:
I updated over LG bridge and after updated i make full wipe.
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] iRS_:
try LG UP and a KDZ file
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] P.K.Shivaram:
Hello friends i want to buy V30 plus because it has DAC, my doubt is whether i can use 32ohms earphone? will this sound good. Because i could see LG V30 plus supporting only above 50 ohms. is it true? please help.
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] ChazzMatt:
The quad DAC will try to make any earphones sound good. I have the OneMore triple driver earphones and they sound great.

However, around 50 ohms or more, the quad DAC unleashes HIM (high impedance mode).

Been discussed incessantly in other threads, so not going to reiterate here.

You can also activate this HIM mode with a short 3.5mm accessory plug that has enough ohms resistance (Google is your friend) or by rooting. [MENTION=9023361]Whiskeyomega[/MENTION] has standalone mods down in apps section that will do that.

https://xdaforums.com/lg-v30/themes/whiskeyomegas-v30-sound-mods-t3757115

Also included in his Boombox ROM.
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] orvon.freeman:
I am wanting to unlock my new moto g5 plus. I have to have it for work so the rom has to be the five 9s. I am not trying to start a word war just a simple question. Yes I have done some searching and so far I have gotten many conflicted statements. I have RETUS on 93-8 build. Any help would be great :)

What is the most stable and close to AOSP Oreo rom we have?

Also I have a Full Backup of 93-8. If you have TWRP and want to go back to stock just restore. Let it boot. most things didnt work. Reboot into recovery and factory reset I did it X3 just old habit and reboot everything is working fine. will update post with link if anyone is interested

Thank you

P.S. MODS I am not trying to have a best rom thread here. Each rom has features each person wants etc etc. If it starts to get crazy please remove thread.

Thank you in advance for your help.
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] BTRD3LUXE:
Now, I'm currently in AOSP Extended and works like a charm, even on camera and the OBB bug that some Oreo ROMs have it's fixed. There's Pixel Experience, but the ROM it hasn't been updated since February; it's really stable but it has problems with the camera in some apps and other small bugs. If you want personalization and stability, go for AOSPExtended. If you want only stability and lightweight Pixel/AOSP alike experience, go for PE or LineageOS (I haven't tried this ROM yet, but it is there). Good luck! :)
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] Wolfcity:
I think AOSP Extended is a good choice.

It's in active development, has the major Oreo bugs fixed, nice features and a good performance.

But it shouldn't be unsaid that I haven't found a custom rom that could hold a candle to stock in terms of battery and stability.

And don't forget that there could be major issues when you want to go back to stock like losing IMEI, 4g or voLTE. Be sure to have a backup especially of EFS.

All custom roms are build without a "real android 8" for Moto G5+ so maybe it could be worth waiting for stock Oreo.
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] orvon.freeman:
I am trying it now, the only problem I have is since I was on 93-8 there is no full firmware yet. I cant go to 93-4 get invalid everything. So until that firmware is released guess its custom for me :) hopefully Oreo comes soon so we can get any small issues in Oreo roms ironed out. Deff been a fun day playing with roms
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] caiquejd:
Im using OmniROM for a month or so.

Good battery (from 5am to aprox. 11pm with 2h+ of music listening, and general usage)

Câmera I personally dont use much but works fine.

Is fast and stable nothing to complain about.

Im not using FOR work anymore since I got another job, but I certainly sure if I have to, the phone will work fine.
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] eemgee:
I've been using nitrogen os for a few months now and never had one reboot and battery is better than stock with my usage.
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] orvon.freeman:
I thankfully did a full backup before I did anything so I can go back to stock rom with stock recovery
[Honor 7X  Questions & Answers] kwabinca:
Rooted my Honor 7x (Bnd-L21) recently, and I wanted to ues snapchat which wasn't working, due to my root status. So, I decided to try MAGISK, when I tried to unroot I stupidly went to TWRP Recovery and factory reset rather than going the safe route and un-rooting through SUPERSU. Now, when I tried boot up my phone it goes straight to the EMUI eRecovery, and also when I plug my phone into a computer to re-install the stock ROM, it doesn't show up like it was previously when I tried rooting it. Also, sometimes another page shows which is the bootloader with ERROR CODE showing above it. Would appreciate any help on this.
[Honor 7X  Questions & Answers] iGamer77z7:
Plug in phone while usb is connected to pc, hold down vol - with power until in fastboot, flash this https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=962187416754474601 fastboot flash ramdisk RAMDISK.img

EDIT: assuming you are on oreo, if not do not do this
[Honor 7X  Questions & Answers] kwabinca:
Not using Oreo

I am not on oreo, I rooted with the intention of being able to get oreo. Any other ideas? Thanks.
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Ok, let me explain the situation, i'll try to cover up everything i've done, So, please read my whole post first.

The situation of the device is it able to go through bootloader and recovery, it load the animation and logo, but after it the screen is blank (i can see the "android is upgrading", strange it just only 2 apps then nothing)

no sign of life in the blank state, i've tried to press the power up quite times, no sound. Blank state = slightly bright black.

First, i tried to "factory" within the bootloader. it failed, result is blank screen.

Second, i tried the wipe data/factory reset in the recovery, it throws errors.

Third, i tried to flash TWRP. The procedure is finished successfully (complete), but when i tried to boot to the recovery it enter the stock recovery.

Fourth, i tried [5.0.2][Restore to Stock][XT1033] Asia Retail [Dual Sim][4.4.2/4.4.2][LockBootloader] method, i tried the manual one to make sure everything is done supposedly. The only thing that failed is when i tried the last step, mfastboot.exe oem lock. Still then I reboot the phone, blank screen.

Fifth, i tried [HOW TO] Unbrick Moto G 2013! [Falcon, Peregrine] [Lollipop guide], but i'm stuck at step 7 where my phone only detected as "Android Android USB Device"

Another info that might needed is my bootloader is unlocked.

i've also tried the latest KK rom and L rom, and tried flashing under win7 and win10. Both result in blank screen.

Any idea before i jump intio a dead emmc conclusion?
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Choochter:
Not sure it'll help, but maybe try updating to the latest adb/fastboot. Mfastboot isn't really necessary anymore, latest fastboot should be ok for heavy loads
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jbanti:
just boot into recovery using following cmd

fastboot boot (ur recovery name)

without brackets it will boot ur device in recovery then wipe and install the custom ROMs.
[Samsung Gear Live] fahlmad:
I have a Samsung Gear Live watch and have had it for years. It was turned off for a while and now starts to turn on and it starts to boot up but then shuts off.

I have a picture of the screen on the watch but can't attach it to this thread. I did a reset and it still won't turn on.

Help, thanks

Dalelynn Fahlman
[General Topics] KRiST0F:
Win. Mobile Center can't find my phone anymore :'( and yesterday it did

i've already reinstalled windows mobile center but it doesn't work.

i'm running Windows Vista Ultimate, my phone: HTC Dual Touch
[General Topics] mchapman007:
Try the following fix written by MrVanx.

http://www.mrvanx.org/cms/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=23&Itemid=27

I had almost the same problems and for whatever reason, this worked.
[General Topics] KRiST0F:
It works!!!

it just works by starting the serices :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] fBx:
Hi,

sorry if this was asked before - but now Adhell is dead, SABS is DMCA'd - what can we do for Adblocking now, despite using the Samsung browser with Plugins?

Any other way without root/hosts file? Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] -Ric-:
SABS still works fine even though it won't be getting updated anymore. I'm currently still using it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] fBx:
Okay yeah, but didn't see any download links since the thread was edited. I'll try to find it somewhere else
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Invincible29:
Or you could run pihole on raspberry for network wide adblocking rather than individual devices. Plus you can run openvpn so you can browse safely through your home network when off site.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] MindTrix:
go to google play look for VPN HOSTS... its an app that creates a vpn on your phone and uses the hosts file you provide and blocks ads just fine.. been using this since it was created and it works great.. no root needed, its a virtual hosts file on my phone.. free download from git hub, its in the description on google play. its free and simple...
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] blane3298:
use this. follow the adb directions and itll work. its what im using
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] torr310:
Try to use Seven's AdClear:

https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/app-adclear-root-version-ad-blocker-t3309011
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] capuagenclik:
adhell 2 works for me
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Bart3n:
Disconnect pro..
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] fBx:
Yeah that's also a possibility, so you don't need knox license every three months.

But that's only a package disable, not ad blocker.

I found notSABS, which seems to be a re-upload of SABS and this works just as Adhell 2 did before.

Yeah wait for the next Knox renewal. You can't build new Adhell packages anymore. Of course you could use your old apk and edit it yourself I guess.

But that way I don't have block when on mobile data.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] fBx:
I need systemwide, also I use chrome not Samsung browser. Tried it once but didn't like it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Bart3n:
Not disconnect pro for samsung browser but just disconnect pro.

It's systemwide
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] mmotti:
The thing that frustrates me with Disconnect Pro is that there's no custom list functionality. Otherwise it would be probably the best available.

+1 for Raspberry Pi and the use OpenVPN to tunnel DNS whilst not at home.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] orkavaneger:
Here is the apk for SABS for those that want to set it up
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] AmberLynn:
Blokada (www.blokada.org) works really well.

It is free and open source and works across all apps (not only the browser)!

It doesn't require root, supports both wifi and mobile networks, and is perfectly safe and simple to use.

You can make exceptions for certain apps and hosts and it is using Black- and Whitelists.

Just make sure the app gets not killed by battery optimization and things like that (there is a setting to ensure it keeps running - showing a VPN symbol in the status bar).

Best regards

Amber
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] blane3298:
oops i misread
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] crayonyes:
now Thank you!

and dont forget there is notSabs
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] orkavaneger:
Anytime dude :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] MindTrix:
kinda like what I said about VPN Hosts..... which is free ... you provide the hosts file and you flip a virtual switch to turn in on or off anytime.. puts the virtual private network icon up in the top bar so you know its on ... and its free too ... I like simple and it is...
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Sczar:
There you go. there is a new one. its called NotSABS. Its basically the same as SABS but uts been update it from a different dev. Ive been using it for weeks now without having a problem. :good:

https://github.com/GoldenKappa/notSABS
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] ReeLT:
I use AdAway. Works perfect on a rooted device.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] funkybone:
6 months after, what are you guys using now?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] esmaeil mohamadi:
for lastest version of ad hell

https://m.mediafire.com/folder/sb37c6gmhqgbn/AdHell_3
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] gho5t82:
Adhell doesn't really block ads for me. Am.i doing something wrong? I came from notsabs after a reset and now I regret it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] XtremeCoder109:
DNS66

I use DNS66, can set your DNS provider, have preset list of hosts which you can add and edit as well, + a bunch of other really good features.

https://f-droid.org/en/packages/org.jak_linux.dns66/
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] distho:
You need to add com.android.chrome|*|53 to the blacklist as a firewall rule. Remember to toggle firewall rules off and on.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Mike B.:
Please note that AdHell3 is alive and well, but NOT supported on XDA. For official and up-to-date information about the AdhHell3 project, please visit:

Main repo: https://gitlab.com/fusionjack/adhell3

Scripts for compiling: https://gitlab.com/fusionjack/adhell3-scripts

Get your EDU ELM key from: https://seap.samsung.com/license-keys/generate/edu

Official Support Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/hfreZum

Dependable(?) precompiled APKs: https://www.mediafire.com/folder/sb37c6gmhqgbn
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] robyos:
1. Use Adaway from :

https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/org.adaway

OR

2. Adguard DNS is free and works well.

176.103.130.130

176.103.130.131

for "Default" servers;

176.103.130.132

176.103.130.134

for "Family protection" servers.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] kool_am:
I am using blokada on s8 on pie without any problems. Additionally For Samsung browser there are extensions in the browser setting itself.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] Mike B.:
Note that AdAway is a hosts file manager and requires root. Switching to a different DNS (Adguard or any other, mostly for Pie users as "Private DNS") leaves the blocking decisions to someone else, not you. While those might be useful alternatives for some users, AdHell3 is still an option, and has the advantage of not requirng root, not using any additional resources, and giving the user total control over which domains/apps should be blocked or allowed.

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Blokata is simply a VPN. Knox (AdHell) makes it easy to apply blocking to Samsung Internet and other chrome-based browsers and requires no additonal resources.
[OnePlus 5T  Questions & Answers] Manav__25:
Hey guys

I didn't find any thread about custom boot animation for oneplus 5t.

So if anyone has any good boot animation post it here :laugh:
[Verizon Motorola Droid Turbo Q&A, Help & Troublesh] YoungBoi:
Hey guys, new user here, my dad have me this droid turbo a few days ago, today it really got messed up, only half the screen works in the os with the other half flickering with white noise or not going on at all and just showing a black screen, funny thing is, in the fastboot the whole screen works alright, I've already tried wiping the cache partition, a factory reset, repair with the Verizon tool and manually flashing it's stock rom but nothing, imma attach a video, help would really be appreciated thanks!
[Huawei P20 Pro Questions & Answers] dxdiag:
Hey guys,

i´ve a question: Is your fingerprint-button uneven too? When you keep your p20 / the fingerprint-button in light, on the left site from button it´s like uneven. The surface isn´t flat.

In the picture you can see, how big the uneven surface is.

Greets from germany

bilder-upload.eu/upload/440667-1524085711.png
[Huawei P20 Pro Questions & Answers] tommmtom:
Mine is all good!

P.S I can't see your picture...
[General Questions and Answers] smhzhl:
Hello Dual Sim Dual Active telephone advice ? 2018 2017 Series ?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bboii86:
Stock Oreo G965USQU2ARC6 Odin files for T-Mobile S9+

***WARNING, CONTAINS BOOTLOADER V2. ONCE YOU FLASH, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO DOWNGRADE TO ANY FIRMWARE CONTAINING BOOTLOADER V1. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED***

Model: SM-G965U

Model Name: Galaxy S9+

Country: USA

Version: Android Oreo 8.0

Security Patch Level: March 1st, 2018

Product Code: TMB

PDA: G965USQU2ARC6

CSC: G965UOYN2ARC6

Download here: G965USQU2ARC6

DOWNLOAD for ODIN:

ODIN v3.13.1
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] QAM:
Hola

Can you say how would we know if we're on v1 of the bootloader?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bboii86:
What's the build number on your device? It would be under settings in about phone.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] QAM:
Hola

I should state that I'm up in Canada, so we're using a different set of regional codes. Nevertheless the latest avialable build I see is: G965WOYV1ARC1 (I have no idea what security level this is). My carrier is still on a February security patch level with build number: G965WVLU1ARBG.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Iain_S:
ARC1 is still the Feb security patch and is firmware for koodo and telus in canada, rogers and the rest are still on arbg.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] QAM:
Hola

Ok, but that still doesn't explain how can one know if we're on the v1 or v2 bootloader? Or is this bootloader versioning only applicable to the US region?:confused:
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Iain_S:
are there any issues with ARC6? if not i will take the plunge on my Canadian S9+

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yeah i dont know how to tell which bootloader is on the canadian versions compared to the usa versions.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bboii86:
You're on bootloader v1. The (1) before ARBG is the bootloader version.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] QAM:
Hola

I would be very careful in attempting to load another regions firmware on your Canadian variant. There have be some users who have reported ending up with a bricked device attempting this sort of update. While you can find stock Odin files for our devices, it's still on the v1 bootloader. Not worth the pain...
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dwhite011:
Let me know if you successfully flash on your device then I'll do it as I'm from Bell mobility
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dannyHD2:
I got the downloads to go through. Will report once flashing is complete. Not sure which firmware will be on the phone when it arrives (att variant) but I'm gonna be flashing u1 then newest rc6 TMobile firmware. Hoping to have full features working as if originally a TMobile variant.

On a side note (mods please excuse) but Samsung. Com has the att variant on sale $639 ($200 off) and since I'm trading in my old s7 I'm getting an additional $200 off so $439 ($466 after tax) for a brand new s9+! Once i flash the TMobile firmware I'll be happy and for $400 off!
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dannyHD2:
Anyone know if i need to sim unlock before flashing this? I've read about having to flash the unlocked rom before flashing the T-Mobile Rom and that's my other question. Can i just flash this tmobile firmware to the phone fresh out of the box or do i need to go to unlocked first (doesn't seem right) and put my TMobile sim in and be good?

My thoughts were that i could just sim unlock thorough a 3rd party then Odin the TMobile firmware and be done. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bboii86:
You have to unlock your device first, before flashing any other firmware besides your carrier firmware. Flashing unlock firmware, will not unlock your device.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Goronok:
SIM unlock has nothing to do with firmware/rom flashing. You can flash to any U/U1 firmware you want and your device will still be in the same carrier lock/unlock state it was before.

T-Mobile does do things a little differently, however. Flashing a different firmware won't SIM unlock your phone, but I do believe you need to be on a legitimate T-Mobile firmware to unlock the device via their built in unlocking app.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dannyHD2:
Awesome thanks guys. Will just get a 3rd party unlock service then flash.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] mario1634:
If you got it from at@t they will unlock it free of charge. And if you didn't I would still try with them first before paying
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lethalboy:
Will use it to update my converted s9 plus from att to tmobile firmware.

I tried to search for updates in the menu but it says phone is already up to date. But version is RBG.

Latest one is ARC6
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] theredspecial:
Did either of you do it yet? I'm in the same boat, just got my AT&T that I want to use on T-Mobile. I'm debating if I should flash unlocked or T-Mobile, and now the option of this new bootloader?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Iain_S:
Im just waiting for Rogers in Canada to push out their latest update, which they say is now available, and its not. I want to see if they have updated from U1 to U2 before taking the plunge with this firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] theredspecial:
What's the benefit to having T-Mobile f/w over unlocked? Or what's better about having unlocked? I'll be using it only on T-Mobile.