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[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] jack_21:
Actually you were very lucky!

Mi A1, like others Android One phones, has an a/b slot partition system

Basically it has these three partition (boot, modem, system) in two different "slots",

so that the phone can upgrade itself while the user can continue its work (because every system update involves the slot that currently is not used)

You locked the bootloader while the system was not in its official status, with the consequences that now you know,

but luckily boot and system partitions were good in the other slot.

So with that command you set your phone to boot from the other (good) slot.

Now you have to ensure that your phone will be good again for OTA updates:

- Backup all your data (for safety reasons)

- Download latest firmware http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.6.7.0.O...0.ODHMIFE_20181015.0000.00_8.0_47d6fd23c7.tgz

- Re unlock your phone following this procedure to avoid data loss https://xdaforums.com/mi-a1/how-to/discussion-bypass-wipe-oem-unlock-t3804406

- When the phone reboots, put it again in Fastboot mode and use MiFlash with "flash_all_except_storage" / save data option.

You will have your phone with latest software and locked bootloader.

If you don't want to lock the bootloader, just edit (in the firmware folder) the "flash_all_except_storage.bat" script, removing this line:

fastboot %* oem lock || [MENTION=279333]ECHO[/MENTION] "lock error" & exit /B 1

Then save the file and launch MiFlash
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] morlaer:
Thanks a lot ! My phone was able to boot with this command (I locked my bootloader after using fastboot to root, after the last OTA update. Everything was fine, I still don't know why I typed the command...).

I had to activate the A slot, according to my result of fastboot getvar all.

So, if I correctly understand your explanations, my B slot is "corrupted" ?

To repair it, must I use the MiFlash tool to flash a stock rom ? Or can I flash with fastboot the rom of my choice ?

One more question :

When I now use the command fastboot oem unlock, I obtain this result "oem unlock is not allowed".

Why ?
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] .:Addicted:.:
Set oem unlocking to true in developer settings 1st
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] morlaer:
I forgot about this setting, thanks :)
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] jack_21:
The best thing you can do is actually to flash a full stock rom.

Remember to use "save userdata" / "flash_all_except_storage" option. If you don't want to lock the bootloader while reflashing, just edit (in the firmware folder) the "flash_all_except_storage.bat" script, removing this line:

fastboot %* oem lock || [MENTION=279333]ECHO[/MENTION] "lock error" & exit /B 1
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] jack_21:
Sorry but Pocofone hasn't an A/B system partitions layout
[Xiaomi Mi A1 Questions & Answers] Akhil_11:
Hey, so i did this while i was stuck in bootloop after trying to flash stock rom via MiFlash tool. It worked well, but i didn't follow the instructions to ensure my phone is good for OTA updates. Now i wish to flash a custom ROM, so do i need to follow those instructions or can i unlock the bootloader and flash it as usual
[Lenovo Zuk Z2 Pro Questions & Answers] wilder.contarini:
Meu ZuK Z2 pro após duas semanas de uso na ZUI 4.0 desligou e só funciona ligado no carregador. Já usei QFIL e coloquei a 2.5, 1.9 e continua com mesmo problema
[OnePlus 6 Questions & Answers] aM-:
Hello & good day. I tried to get rid Android Setup on notification. Anyone mind to lend me your hand?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] LiAMSi:
after install Rom 8.0 oreo and before his was 7.0 nougat forgot my network mobile and a message appears Not Registered On Network .

how to fix ?
[LG K10 Questions & Answers] Cristalica:
Hello guys

I just made an update to my LG K10 2017, phone went from android 7.1 Nougat to 8.1 Oreo and i hate the new OS.

Some of my icons have now a white background and some app icons are totally changed by LG, i was so used to this icons that now its like im using a totally different phone. The setting menu also changed a bit, loved the menu and im used with the old one.

So, i have a few questions. Where can i find reliable LG stock firmwares that i can be sure are the original LG ones and reliable.

What software and drivers should i use to flash my LG K10 2017 safely?

If i cant find original reliable LG firmwares on the internet can i extract one from another phone? My mother have the same phone and she didn't made any updates so i wonder if can a FW be extracted without rooting the phone and if yes what software and how to perform this?

Im desperate to downgrade back my phone and have my old phone back in a state that im used to so if anyone can help me i greatly appreciate it!

Thanks
[LG K10 Questions & Answers] Cristalica:
Up my post, please anyone can help a girl right here?
[Zenfone 2 Laser Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SpacedSyd:
Hi!

I have an Asus Zenfone Lazer 2 ZE500KL and I'd like to know some stuff in order to properly keep my phone secure, fast, and still be able to customize it as I want. I get my phone may not become fastest, thanks.

I heard that Xposed could be a mess security-speaking, so is there any viable alternative to it ? Some more secure/trust-worthy framework?

And, do I truly need rooting, namely installing Magisk, for LineageOS (Bloatwarefree ROM) ? (If I want to use certain apps, of course, like greenify, but will rooting make me able to customize further my phone without installing Xposed?)

Thanks heaps!!

P.S: If my reasoning is wrong or you sense I don't understand something please do tell me, I am still a newbie at this thing.
[Zenfone 2 Laser Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FHC1998:
Like you, I'm still learning, but I'll try to help you how I can.

Let's start with Xposed.

It's not a risk by itself, it's just a very powerful tool, if it falls in the wrong hands (IE: Enabling a malicious module) can be very dangerous. But it's power can help you make your device truly your's by customising it.

My personal opinion on it is:

If you want it, use it. But be careful when installing modules. And remember that it usually takes sometime for it to get updates to the latest Android version, so if you care about being on the cutting edge of Android, you probably need to let it aside.

Now about Custom ROMs (EG: Lineage OS):

They are the main solution to having the cake and partially eating it too.

They don't have any security issues by itself (actually, since Asus stoped updating our device, they are actually more secure since they usually have the latest Android security patches) but you have to unlock your bootloader to be able to install it.

It's the usual procedure to Root your device after you install a custom ROM, but it's not mandatory if you don't want it.

My personal opinion:

If customizations are your main objective I personally recommend you install Ressurection Remix. It's the most customization full ROM I know.

About Rooting;

It's (somewhat) the same as having an Admin account on Windows, or Root access on Linux. It's not a risk by itself, just ALWAYS be sure you trust and app before you give it Root powers. With great powers come great responsibilities

Personal Opinion:

Rooting is usually the first thing I do after I buy and device.

You just have to keep in mind that :

"Root == God, and you don't give God powers to someone you don't fully trust"

TL;DR:

You have a few options, personally I'd install a custom ROM and use Magisk, but it's not mandatory.

Xposed: Somewhat Risky, and with a few drawbacks.

ROOT: Usually safe, if you just give it to apps you trust.

Custom ROM: Our device has a great selection, just remember that you have to unlock your bootloader.

Just remember, we are a community that's here to help each other, but in the end. YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR DEVICE. We will try to help as we can, but if anything goes permanently bad, it's on you.

I tried to be compact but still give the info necessary knowing to choose what to do. But if something isn't clear, or isn't correct feel free to add to the discussion or correct me.
[Zenfone 2 Laser Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SpacedSyd:
Thanks heaps for your personnal input, I think I will flash Resurrection Remix. I am very aware I may mess my phone up, that's why I am doing all these researches, and hopefully will I be able to get things done properly. Again, thanks :) !!

Have a good day !
[Zenfone 2 Laser Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FHC1998:
You're welcome. :highfive:

If there is anything more I can help you. Fell free to PM me or ask here.
[Moto G5 Questions & Answers] KoenP:
Hello

I have a Moto G5 XT1675

Software channel: emea

Android version: 7.0

Baseband version: M8937_8000.122.02.45R CEDRIC_EMEA_CUST

Build nummer: NPP25.137-33

I have never received any update at all.

How can I solve this?

Kind regards

Koen
[Moto G5 Questions & Answers] Exanneon:
Are you running stock rom? Is the bootloader unlocked or not?
[Moto G5 Questions & Answers] KoenP:
I'm running the ROM that was on the device when I bought it. Bootloader was not unlocked.
[Moto G5 Questions & Answers] bookworth:
EU version, today received (AT LAST!) 8.1

Downloading at the moment. Do not ask what is different, it is my son's phone.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] 787Dreamliner:
Hey, sorry if this has been asked before somewhere -- is there any more or less up to date APK of the Google Now Launcher? Unfortunately in Play Store is says my device is not compatible.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
Check apkmirror for a download.

Not sure if it needs to be modded to run on other devices, haven't used it since the Pixel Launcher came out.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] 787Dreamliner:
Thank you! I just found one Pixel Launcher so far. Its great but the Problem is that everytime I go to my homescreen the app icons above the Google search bar jump up and down slightly 4 or 5 times, really annoying couldnt find a way to deactivate that.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] stryver:
Nova launcher + Google Nova companion > Google launcher.
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] jutley:
The default dpi is 423 i simply changed it in developers options to 523 and its awesome for me now.
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] stestesteste:
Show us the difference with some screenshots plz
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] bloodydawn01:
Ye but the toggles of notification bar are extremely big.

Do you know how we can do smaller?

Enviado desde mi EVR-L29 mediante Tapatalk
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] jutley:
Its easy to do so just try you can revert back no problems just set back to 423dpi :)
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] jutley:
I am not sure about that they are not too bad but would be nice if they scaled down too with the dpi change.
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] hughey2k2:
When I changed the dpi after restarting it went right back to 360 is there any way to keep the dpi after restarting?
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] jutley:
I think if you try the adb way without root it may stick.
[Huawei Mate 20 X Questions & Answers] jeradjohnso:
I am running 600 on my older Mate 9. Any higher and things get a little glitchy.

Can't wait to test out on the X
[Palm Treo 750] dplp1:
Gents,

I have been trawling through the pages of this forum and others looking for a way for someone with minimal technical knowledge (like myself) to get BBC to work on the Treo 750 wm6. I have read posts on here that date to early 2007 and note that there has not been recent discussion regarding this. Is there a patch or other simple way for me to be able to get bbc to work? Thanking you in advance!!!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mohd Haikal:
Hello. Im trying to run Kali Linux using Linux Deploy on poco. but when i attempt to start the service. i got a message something like

[20:52:47] :: Configuring core/net ...

[20:52:47] :: Starting desktop/dbus ... done

[20:52:47] :: Starting extra/ssh ... done

[20:52:47] :: Starting graphics/vnc ... fail

anyone know how to fix this ? what is the problem with my graphics/vnc ?

im using VNC and connect to localhost:5900 and i got a error message something like in the picture, how to fix that ?
[OnePlus 5T  Questions & Answers] Jonog:
So my one plus 3t sh1t itself.

Data got corrupted and wouldn't mount.

Did a fresh install of freedom OS 3.3

And restored most of my apps from titanium backup.

I don't trust this phone so I have a one plus 5t.

I would like to know is there an easy way (after I root the onep5t and put a rom on it)

To import my apps from a full TWRP back up?

Or would I have to manually do it with titanium?

Thanks.
[Huawei Watch 2] shaunydub:
Hi

For the second time in 2 months I have the issue where my watch is not connected in Huawei Health \ Huawei Wear / Google Fit / Wear OS apps but it is fully connected to the phone.

I can confirm the connection as I can still browse the apps and get updates.

Looks like again I have to hard reset my watch as nothing else works.

Did anyone else experience this issue?

Why don't they make an easy way to pair the watch again without having to wipe it all [emoji17].
[Huawei Watch 2] Hemant:
I was having an issue this morning connecting watch to the iphone and phone wasnt detected anywhere. Quick toggle of airplane mode did the trick. Not sure if that would help you. Strange these issues as i thought it should work better on Android that on Ios which i have.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wiz561:
I have a 5th gen Kindle (Kids Edition) that is bone stock. With the recent update it received to 5.6.2.0, it seems like it's stuck in this endless upgrade/downgrade loop. It runs 5.3.6.4, then it will upgrade to 5.6.2.0, reboot automatically. After awhile, it will download the 5.3.6.4 automatically to "upgrade" it, auto reboot to 5.3.x, then after awhile, it will find the 5.6.2.0 upgrade and upgrade it.

It seems to do this constantly and I can't figure out a way to get it out of this loop! I've reset it to factory, did the boot loader wiped the davlik, did a factory wipe/reset from there, and still nothing. The exact same thing.

I was hoping somebody could share a hint on how I can get this device out of the loop and back working normally again.

Thanks!
[Nokia 6.1 (2018) Themes, Apps, and Mods] EricH7001:
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/hmd-global/nokia-camera-new/nokia-camera-new-91-9-1133-80-release/
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] borijess:
I dont have any issues with sound but my speaker grill looks to be covered with something underneath the grill on the left while the right of the grill is clear. Check out the pic and post pics of yours and how it looks.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] borijess:
Here are more pics.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] borijess:
You can see the left has something underneath and the right doesn't.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Jager:
I noticed this when I first got the phone on Monday. So I'm confirming that my phone looks the same as yours in that regard.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
I noticed it on mine yesterday.

I assumed it was dust build up. I haven't looked at any teardowns yet, but I'm sure it's one of the sensors or the speaker being really close to the grill.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] borijess:
Try and blow into the earpiece to remove dust. It might just be the way it's designed. I hope.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] pendragon666:
It's on mine as well, I wonder why nobody is talking about this
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] strictlyphat:
Seems like the normal design. Mine is same as yours
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] William Haven:
I also noticed this. Mine looks the same.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] pkadavid:
Because there's nothing to talk about? It's not an issue.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] GloomySVT:
I believe there is some sort of sensor in there. In some videos of the phone, you can see a faint blinking red light coming from that very spot
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] fiffan86:
One of the sensors is the proximity sensor in the grill
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] pendragon666:
Then why isn't this eyesore mentioned anywhere. I thought my pockets were full of dust when i first removed my phone from it. It looks dirty in daylight. You cant tell me you didnt notice it

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I have no idea what you are referring to, there is no led in there and no review shows it or even focuses on the micro earpiece because they wouldnt be getting free phones in the future.

The camera is the proximity sensor. Also, the left side of the grill is covered by some sort of felt like material so it is probably a mic or something.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] fiffan86:
I'll correct myself, there is some kind of proximity sensor in between the left side of the camera and the grill. If you go to the lock screen and just cover the camera, nothing happens, if I move a paper up a little bit in between the camera and grill, it activates "pocket mode"
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] GuestK00177:
Same, its like plastic would be stretched over a speaker to help with bass impedance. Think of it as a speaker box in ones trunk. That covering side is where the subwoofers go, and the noncovered side is the air port
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] borijess:
Well I am glad you guys are seeing the same thing and that it's not an issue. It just looks awkward and tend to hold a ton of dust.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] GloomySVT:
Why are you getting bent out of shape over nothing?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] pendragon666:
Because if they are hiding it it must be something stupid. It's so noticable that every review should have mentioned it
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] ExjeetzZ:
The device works exactly how everyone reviewed it as, if performance isn't impacted then I don't see a problem. It's also not blatantly visible. I'd rather take this over having a notch like the pixel.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] CoolRalph:
this thread makes me so happy to know that I am not crazy. now I know im not seeing things lol
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
I'm on my second Pixel 3 XL after an RMA for distorted bottom speaker.

I'm now noticing that the proximity sensor is stopping working when you bring the phone to your ear in a phone call and thus, leaving the screen visible and active.

A restart does fix this but only for about a day!

Has anyone else noticed this issue?

I didn't notice this on the unit that I sent back!

Thanks.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] fury683:
Do you have a screen protector covering the proximity sensor? It may not be working correctly if it's covered.

Is it only during calls or all the time? A few other people have posted about prox issues with the smaller Pixel 3, here's one thread:

https://xdaforums.com/pixel-3/help/proximity-sensor-keeos-display-off-t3864055

Seems it can be fixed by cleaning the area around the sensor if you don't have a screen protector.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
Thanks for the suggestions.

No screen protector fitted or anything obscuring the sensor.

Next time it happens, I'll check to see if it might need cleaning.

One theory I have, is that this phone has been upgraded with the November patch and maybe there's something in there that has caused this issue.

Has anyone else noticed this after the Nov update?

Thanks.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] xweb10:
I just got the phone yesterday and am seeing the exact same behavior. It works and then it does not. Reboot temporarily fixes it.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] AnierinB:
I know there is a bug when using the pixel buds and unplugging them either before a call or during it would stop the proximity sensor from working.

a reboot was the only thing that would fix this issue for me
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
I've RMA'd the phone that had this issue and still have the issue.

It does seem quite random. I'm hoping Dec Update will fix this along with the distorted bottom speaker.

I think that this issue is software related, as I tried using an App that shows when the proximity sensor is triggered and this seemed to work as expected.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] swieder711:
How do I test my proximity sensor?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] xweb10:
I am trying to get to the bottom of this. Do you happen to have a Samsung Gear watch? I have the S3 and removed the "phone calls" option from the Pixel Bluetooth menu and so far this issue has not occured, but I am still testing.

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There are apps on the play store.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
That's interesting regarding the Gear S3 watch.

Yes, I do have one of these watches.

I'll try what you've suggested and report back with the results.

What made you think it could be an interaction with the Gear S3?

Thanks.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] xweb10:
I have a pixel 2xl, as well. I looked at the Bluetooth setting on that phone when connected to my S3 and noticed the "phone calls" option was disabled.

I was looking at all apps that access the dialer or phone calls. Really just a guess.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
I see....good spot.

If I do disable this setting in Bluetooth though, will this just disable the ability to take voice calls on the watch using the internal microphone and speaker or will it as well, stop the watch from vibrating when a call comes in?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] xweb10:
I believe it only disables the ability to take voice calls on the watch. It continues to vibrate when a call comes through.

I forgot: Also boot to Safe Mode first. I do not have a reason, but that is the path I took.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
That's a shame that you can't take voice calls on the watch as that's a feature I do use at times.

Either, way I disabled it after more issues with the screen not blanking and will see how it goes.

I also had a new issue, where I'm in a call and could not switch to Speaker. I would choose the Speaker option but it just would not switch.

I'm wondering if you've had this same issue when you had your Gear S3 watch setup to take calls?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] xweb10:
I am able to switch to speaker but I never have my S3 set to take calls. I have not gone full on Michael Knight yet.

BTW My proximity problems are gone. Must be the Bluetooth S3 issue.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] baginz10:
I've had to RMA mine due to the bottom speaker crackling. I purchased from carphonewarehouse in the uk so have had to to a standard replacement. Does anyone know if they will send the replacement out before receiving the faulty one? They did this last year with the 2xl. It's not due to get back to them until next Thursday so hoping I won't have to wait too long.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
I've had my pixel 3 XL replaced twice due to distorted bottom speaker by Carphone Warehouse Business.

They will deliver a replacement and then collect your faulty unit a few days later, in order to allow you to transfer your data to the new unit.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] jscsltd:
I've switched off the ability to take calls on the S3 and can now switch to phone speaker with ease.

I'm hoping I can re-enable the S3 capability when an update by either Google or Samsung fixes the issue.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] baginz10:
Sorry I wasn't clear I've done an RMA with google so just wanted to see if anyone else had done the same even though they didn't purchase direct from them. Last year with the 2XL they would send the new one out once the faulty device was sent at the post office, they must have known from the tracking. This time it's via UPS and is going straight to Poland! Not due to arrive until the 4th. If a replacement doesn't get sent out tomorrow or Monday looks like I'll be waiting a while. I even noticed screen burn in when resetting it. Changed to Samsung displays and still burn in from the nav bar just like last year. I wish I'd gone back to carphonewarehouse now to get a replacement!