yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] rmajc007:
Thanks, works like a charm. ;)
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] jcorv58:
Touchscreen also broke, I followed the faq, flashed via fastboot...I seriously cannot find any info on what to flash manually from stock rom so I had to use the toolkit. I'm a little fuzzy on memory as I haven't rooted, flashed, etc in a long while, but everything seems to be correct. I flashed twrp after stock nougat, still no working touchscreen. I don't know if my mistake came from flashing oreo directly from basically out the box nougat or what?

Edit: I followed this link, fixed for now, just don't know how/where to proceed to make this not happen.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Barbiox Dogg:
[MENTION=7346927]NZedPred[/MENTION] I'm on Android Pie custom ROM, can I flash stock Nougat ROM then flash your stock Oreo ROM without losing my IMEI, persist or Volte etc??
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Just do a clean flash straight into this rom, no need to go back to nougat.

You won't have any impacts on your persist, and you can deselect the option to erase efs if you're paranoid. It should be a standard practice for most folks to keep a cloud backup of efs and persist nowadays.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Glad you got it sorted. No idea what causes the issue, there's probably nothing that you've done wrong as such, it just seems to happen intermittently.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] freefourlife:
I followed the instructions as stated with the custom Kernel, no issues for installing and using Xposed. Currently using several modules, all latest Oreo based modules I tried seem to work just fine.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Zojak:
Weird. Mine kept boot looping on the final reboot. But had no trouble on the debloated build.

Does the Xposed module NSFW Board work for you? It enables NSFW gifs in the Gboard (Google Keyboard) app. It worked fine for me on the stock Nougat build but on Oreo the keyboard keeps immediately crashing on me.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Barbiox Dogg:
Thanks for your quick reply. Everything is working fine now. You are the man! I appreciate your time and hardwork.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Barbiox Dogg:
[MENTION=7346927]NZedPred[/MENTION] how can I get Xposed to work on this ROM? I've tried flashing Xposed but the phone always goes into bootloop. Please kindly help me.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
I don't know and I really wish people would have these discussions in an xposed thread.

There is a thread that details the steps. Search for it.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] mxc42:
Republic Wireless compatibility

Does anyone know if the latest Oreo build from here is compatible with Republic Wireless? I've been trying to flash to stock but can only find a fastboot flash for Nougat and the RW app says I need to update but I can't seem to get any OTA's.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Droid_Nut:
I tried this ROM and I am glad I did, it looks just like stock, and I did not have to go through all of the hassle of bringing my phone back to stock for the upgrade, all my data is untouched after spending hours backing it up for nother.

Great ROM NZedPred, you will be getting a reward. :good:
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] spandy992:
If i flash this rom will i be able to get December security patch update and future otas?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Having seen your other post before, you can use this but you will not be able to install ota updates directly. However, this ROM is stock, just a slightly modified TWRP flashable version of it.

If you want to go completely stock and lock your bootloader, look at this thread here

https://xdaforums.com/g5-plus/how-to/fastboot-oreo-stock-rom-october-update-t3876014
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] spandy992:
Locked bootloader successfully. Thank you so much. You have done such a good work on maintaining roms. You have such great knowledge about coding and partitions. You are really talented.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Broloff:
The OPSS28.85-17-4 is now available for US potter (RETUS) with december patch
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Broloff:
The latest zip file with the December patch for RETUS: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12v4hzJ933aa_wU_0bDmHor9A5EIp-FrU/view?usp=drivesdk
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
I lost my volte after updating pixel experience ROM, now can I get it by flashing stock Oreo ROM???
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Thanks - will get onto a new build over the next couple of days.

You may get it back by flashing this.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Is it true ,it is definitely works...

How it will work???

If it work then give me the link stock Oreo ROM..

My mobile was :XT1686 indian variant
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Many people have had Volte restored when going from custom rom back to stock Oreo. Stock Oreo appears to do things that the custom roms don't, I don't know what, but as I say, people have reported that it works.

As for the link, well, look at the title of this thread, and jump to the first page...
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Then give me the link of stock oreo ROM for model XT1686
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] gumpysitruc@gmail.com:
Do a little bit for yourself. Go to the first page of this thread, as dev suggested.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] scattass:
Can I install the December 1 security update through the app or do I have to download the aroma installer versions on the first page?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Klape:
Hi,

What kind of app do you mean?

Regards

Klappe
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] gemor:
Will there be a release of Oreo 8.1 ROM with 1 December 2018 security patches for retus 85-17 series (since it is available) or ROM is going to stay with 85-13 series until next security patch?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
US December 2018 security release now available. I haven't been able to test these so would appreciate someone confirming all is well for the group.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603912059

https://www.dropbox.com/s/kw6yd1qndlg5e9y/potter-twrp-flashable-OPSS28.85-17-4-aroma.zip?dl=0
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] walter0157:
Thanks
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NeoPreacher:
flashed it and it's working. xt1684
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Could you please anyone give me the link of stock oreo ROM for Indian variant Moto g5 plus: XT1686

I'm totally confused
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] rmajc007:
Hesus, man.... First page, page numero uno, the begining of this thread...

EU & world without US (including India) version: potter-twrp-flashable-OPSS28.85-13-5-aroma.zip

US version: potter-twrp-flashable-OPS28.85-17-2-aroma.zip

Pick one, both should be OK, afaik there's no special indian rom. Are you OK now?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Thanks bro
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Thank you all for this forum ,Now I restored my VolTE by flashing TWRP flash able stock nougat&oreo .....

Now it's time to enjoy the VoLTE ...

But I want to stick to the stock Oreo but if I get any update what I have to do....

By the by this ROM was amazing and it's occupieing less space than other custom Roms and it is fluent...

Thanks for XDA ????????

I'm always thankful to you ????
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Droid_Nut:
This ROM has been working out great, only thing is the display will not show notifications or clock with a wave of the hand over the display, you must physically pick it up to show the clock and notifications.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
I use WaveUp for that. It's available in either the play store or F-Droid
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] rmajc007:
I use Motodisplay Handwave app for this functionality. Available from Play store.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Droid_Nut:
I was not looking to turn on the display, just show the round clock and if there are any notifications. I tried the Motodisplay Handwave app, and that doesn't work, rebooted to safe mode, that did not work, tried a couple of proximity calibration apps and they did not work.

Not a big deal, just mentioning it does not work, it did work with Nougat.

BTW, does it work for you NZedPred, or is that why you use Waveup?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] blondi3:
Hello! How's the battery sot with this ROM? I moved to RR v7 but I'm planning to go back, I have to charge almost twice a day :(
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Broloff:
It's safe to dirty flash the latest one with December patch? (i have a US potter)
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Hey I want to lock my bootloader....

I want to move to moto family , I want to update the regular updates ....

Anyone help me...

When I'm using banking apps it's showing "your device rooted"...???
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Yes, that's why I use Wave Up, as it's the only way I can get any 'screen on' on a wave, even though it isn't the same as what MotoDisplay does (which would have been preferred).

As a general rule, I have found that custom ROMs have had pretty poor battery life compared to Stock. Others though will claim the opposite. The old adage applies - try and then decide.

This is covered in the first couple of posts. However, as a general rule, if you are already on Stock Oreo, you are generally safe dirty flashing. If you are on stock Nougat, it is also generally safe. If on a custom ROM, clean flash required. In all cases do a full backup to be safe.

You can use Magisk and Magisk Hide to hide root from most banking apps. In some cases it may not be enough depending on how the banking app detects root. If you really need to go back to full stock, then Google search for Lenovo Moto Smart Assistant. There's a couple of threads around the Guides forum that deal with it.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Droid_Nut:
My stats say I charged 7 hours ago, 30 minutes SOT, I unplugged my charger at midnight, woke up a little before 6, I am now at 92%. I would say this ROM is pretty close to stock battery usage.

OTOH I also use the Advance Charging Controller and Universal GMS Doze modules in Magisk.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Droid_Nut:
Here is how my battery is holding up so far.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
I fastbooted the stock rom because I lost my touchscreen when flashed the initial TWRP build. I am assuming that I'll need to fastboot this version (found it)/security patch or can I safely dirty flash the patch build without losing my touchscreen? Anyone done this?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] dglenn1957:
I dirty flashed the October update and both December updates and have had no issues.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
Did you start with fastbooting it? I did because multiple attempts to flash TWRP version resulted in no touchscreen. But that was coming off a Pie custom rom.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] dglenn1957:
No, I started with stock Oreo. (retus)
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
sounds like ill have another fresh install via fastboot. i just dont want to waste steps with this if another flash of any kind of twrp stock oreo results in losing my touchscreen again and I have to fastboot.

There's gotta be a reason why that happens...
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] reganEZ:
Hello,

I tried opening the link provided it says" invalid thread specified"

Can you guide me to a working link to lock my bootloader. The problem I am facing is that I flashed the 9.0 Pixel exp and the zip to enable NFC and fingerprint. now i cant seem to lock my bootloader using the methods given here in the forum.

thanks in advance
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
Yeah looks like that thread has disappeared for some reason. I can't find a recent thread that details the steps to lock the bootloader. Old thread are probably for nougat, and you'd be best to get a recent Oreo version.

This thread has the steps for fastboot flashing Oreo

https://xdaforums.com/g5-plus/how-to/moto-g5-plus-fastboot-flash-stock-oreo-t3848433

It doesn't have the steps for locking the bootloader, and the link is to an older Oreo firmware. Suggest you ask in the guides Forum. Sorry, haven't ever locked my bootloader so can't help you.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NeoPreacher:
i guess this one's for you: https://xdaforums.com/g5-plus/how-to/how-to-lock-bootloader-potter-version-t3694952 cheers
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
Oh wow. Interesting. If it has something to do with the modem/firmware partition, then since I installed Stock Oreo via fastboot (September 1 security patch) a while back, then CAN I dirty flash your current one (December patch) and still have my touchscreen afterwards?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
I've been doing a bit more testing, and I think it's actually really simple. It all comes down to what version of stock that was last installed on your phone. For example, if I do my test using the June 2018 Security build of Nougat, I can upgrade to Oreo without problem. If I use the oldest Nougat build I can find - January 2017 patch, I can't go directly to Oreo without losing touchscreen. To go to Oreo successfully in that case, I need to upgrade to e.g. the June 2018 Security Nougat build, and only then go to Oreo. Still a bit of testing required to absolutely confirm this, but I'm more confident now.

TLDR; You'll be fine in your case.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
Interesting, I might do that. But I'll backup my apps+data first, and the ROM itself. I also have the fastboot files for the December patch as well on my computer as a failsafe.

Now to shed further light how I had to fastboot originally: it was coming off a Pie custom rom (after applying firmware fixes originally) and then flashed the TWRP build that led to the fastbooting of Oreo stock.

But it sounds like I got nothing to worry about going forward!
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] stark1296:
You could fix that by just flashing magisk.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Magisk was not working properly,all banking apps showing
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] stark1296:
If you still want to lock your bootloader, grab fastboot stock Oreo.

While flashing it, add a command

"fastboot_oem_lock_bootloader"

And you are good to go.

But, it would be better if you could get the command confirmed as I am not sure about it.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Ok bro
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] negativzeroe:
Anyone not able to charge past like 70-something percent? Dirty flashed over last build of this rom and all the sudden won't charge all the way. Reflashed without elemental and issue persists.

Edit clean flash it persists. If I have time later I'll try the previous build.

Edit 2 my dumb ass using that charging control magisk module.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] SsandYy:
Moto g5 plus, BUILD OPSS28.85-13-5

Moto g5 plus, BUILD OPSS28.85-13-5 with latest security patch for retin software channel. Need a fastboot file ??
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] spandy992:
I successfully locked my bootloader using fastboot signed stock flash files, using minimal adb and fastboot.

And then i upgraded it to december 2018 patch successfully without any problems.

---------- Post added at 08:42 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:39 AM ----------

You can do it easily using signed fastboot files of stock oreo. October 2018 ones are available in the forums.

I did it. And then upgraded to december without any problems.

But important thing is that you should have your own persist and backups of efs and persists in case something goes wrong.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Yeah , I have my own persist files that I backed up.

Could please give me the links and my device is XT1686
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] spandy992:
Sorry but the forum which had the link to stock rom has been deleted ! :mad:

You just find the signed stock rom in the forums. I have the commands though.

1. Fastboot rom flashing :

https://pastebin.com/b2gv40qB

2. Bootloader lock :

https://pastebin.com/G8wzUNPf

EDIT : I really think moto will not give any further updates to this device. This phone is almost 2 years old now. So if you are locking bootloader for updates that might not be the best idea.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Nandsun:
Thanks bro???
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
Moto is set to release via OTA the Feb 2019 security patch to both the G5 ang G5 Plus.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] scattass:
I meant the system update app on this rom then I said eh better not test it and installed the new version of the rom.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] stark1296:
[MENTION=7346927]NZedPred[/MENTION] you got some hard work incoming.

I read it somewhere that Feb patch is coming to Potter.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
I await with bated breath... It always seems to take a while for someone to actually capture the OTAs, hoping we can get them captured quickly this time (retus, and other region OTAs). I think that will be the last as well, and in fact I'm hoping so. I'm so running out of hard drive space these days :silly:
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] stark1296:
It's not up yet. I just saw release notes on a website which had previously shared the OTA of Oreo update for Potter.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] ST Dog:
The have posted release notes for releases the never come...

I really wouldn't expect it til mid/late March.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Klape:
Hi,

Sorry man for the question but did you misread the title of this thread? Or have you read the first post? The installation procedure is described, really detailed, there.

Just to answer to your first question:

No, you can't install it through the system app, cause these zip's are flashable through TWRP (custom recovery).

Regards

Klape
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Sikamik4nico:
Hello guys

Is there anyway to check persist folder and efs are ok?

I have flashed oreo pixel experience (henrique) on top of nougat without doing backup.

Am in trouble?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
Only if you choose to flash this stock Oreo with the intention of either getting stock Oreo or intend on trying the Pie custom roms. The EFS and persist backups are highly recommended as a "break glass in case of emergency" like no LTE or worse yet, no cell connection,
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Sikamik4nico:
Thank you

So i'm stuck with this rom?

I remember a thread (but i can't find it) where someone explained how to check your persist and efs folder.

Just to mention, everything is working fine with oreo pixel experience, but hadn't received any security patch since last year because is not being manteined anymore.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] gumpysitruc@gmail.com:
If your IMEI and LTE are currently ok, back up your EFS and persist partitions right now. It has been warned to do so for a long time now, but I guess some just don't take suggestions.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] atrain2324:
follow the advice of the thread above me. you can still back it up. personally, being on an oreo custom rom is kind of weird with stock oreo out in the wild. I always found the Oreo custom roms a bit unstable due to the fact that when these were released, Motorola hadn't even released official Oreo blobs for devs to play around with.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] rjherms:
no. if you read the op it tells you exactly what you need to do.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Sikamik4nico:
Very appreciated guys!

Thanks for your time.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] TGHH:
I also recommend doing a full backup when you have a proper running system either stock or custom!

This is your insurance when things go wrong. Store it to a save place (cloud or external disk) to play it safe.

And AFTER this is done play around with ROMs and stuff.

Recommended tools:

- TWRP (of course ?)

- Titanium Backup (to backup your apps with data only)

I always do a full backup before doing any updates of ROMs. Would not be the first time ending up in a boot loop - shift happens.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] jcorv58:
I searched and didn't see it mentioned: I was using the flashlight the other night, shake to turn on, (first I've used it since I installed the rom)was on for maybe 4 seconds and then my g5 just rebooted and froze on the bootloader unlocked warning screen. Anyone else have this issue?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] HazeMC:
Hi Guyi just flashed the stock Oreo zip in this thread, everything works fine but I can't perform a factory reset using the settings of the phone

It just doesn't do anything when I press the erase button, I can doit by recovery, but Im selling this phone and i want everything to work as it should be.

Can anyone help me?

Thanks

By the way the phone still has twrp, that could be the problem? How can I flash the stock recovery?
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] NZedPred:
If you want to sell it, then these builds are not suitable (as you cannot lock the bootloader). You would want to use the fastboot roms instead. Search the forums.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] TGHH:
Not sure, but I think you have to flash a stock Rom via ADB and then relock the bootloader. After that update via OTA to the most recent version.

May be someone can give you more details and links how to do it properly.
[Moto G5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] BopNiblets:
Hi,

I flashed one of these builds with TWRP some time ago and it has always rebooted into TWRP instead of just rebooting into Android, this was fine with me, I just booted into bootloader and then clicked Start.

Now I want to give the phone to someone who will not be able to do this (my mother in law, not great with technology) so can I ask:

1. Is there a way to get it to reboot normally as it is, with TWRP and rooted?

or

2. How can I easily set it back completely to a stock Oreo/recovery? (one from here: https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/potter/official/RETAIL/), can you flash these through TWRP or need to use the ADB method?

There are so many threads I am not sure which one to follow! I will not be backing up anything so if it gets completely wiped it's fine, and I don't need to relock.

Looks like me and HazeMC want to do similar things :)