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[Android Stick & Console Computers General] Wiebenor:
So, I was at Menards a couple weeks back and saw a generic looking android set top box for around 30$, and so I came here, and find there are a few different kinds of chips that they may use, so... my first question is...

What are the differences between those chips, which is the best, and how can you tell before purchasing, what you are buying, as well as how to buy a good one, as in what to look for, to avoid a bad purchase, and what specs to look for

The next question is, once I buy a generic looking set top box,(the one I saw was labeled abx-12 as a model) how easy is it to find roms for them, and will one rom work on them all

To be fair, I do know about phones, but im out of my depths here, but would like to get into set top boxes, and possibly putting custom roms like resurrection remix (my favorite), on them... i would like this thread to eventually be a guide for every set top newbie, such as myself, and this is the best android modding, and well, anything android, website in my opinion... if these answers can be found elsewhere on this site, condensed into a single thread, please link it, else, if you guys can help me and others like me, I would appreciate it...

I edited it with the right model... i put upx 12, when it was abx 12...
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] Wiebenor:
Oh... and id also like to know how much android version matters in set top box discussions as well...
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] Wiebenor:
Here's the link to the one I saw at Menards...

https://www.menards.com/main/electr...x-and-wi-fi-router/abx-12/p-1518075021952.htm
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] speedingcheetah:
i just picked this QFX ABX-12 cheapo ATV box at Menards on Clearance for $20.

Pretty much what i expected, pos china thing.

the rom that is on it is ancient android 7.1 from 2018.

update does not work.

came searching here on XDA to see if maybe someone had easy way to root/re-flash this model box and put a decent ATV rom on it, newer os at least.

but, seems no one cares about these cheap china no name boxes.
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] aidanmacgregor:
Hi, you woukd need to find out what SOC is in your box (amlogic,rockchip ect...) and what model (s905x, s905w ect...) or what bootloade (eg p212, p281 ect...)
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] jd6511:
The QFX ABX-12 uses the Amlogic S905X, has 1 GB RAM and 8 GB flash. At $25 I might grab one just to mess around with.
[Android Stick & Console Computers General] Salvadorfreeman:
I picked up a Transpeed_6k from a Chinese supplier for under €30 to play around with an as a stopgap for my dead Humax box. It runs Android 9.0, has 4GB/64GB memory. CPU-Z tells me that the SOC is Allwinner H6 @ 1.49 GHz, with 4 ARM A53 cores. Bootloader is unknown and no root.

The operation is fast, but the navigation is painful - you have to constantly toggle the mouse mode on and off and you can't scroll the screen. I contacted the supplier because the lack of scrolling prevents Netflix from working. The solution was to install a previous version of the Netflix app. It's still awkward to use. BBC iplayer works with limited scrolling which means you have to use the search function to find TV shows.

I also thought of maybe using it as a Chromecast receiver (like my Mi TV stick does), so I installed Allcast Receiver, but it wouldn't work.

I've also tried using a phone as an external mouse, but that too doesn't let you scroll.

That's it. I haven't managed to find any way of changing the ROM or OS. I suppose not many people are spending time on these boxes.
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] Creston1:
Most animations on the phone seem to almost happen instantly. The YouTube loading dots spin stupidly fast, the home buttons animation happens instantly, and when I slide apps off in the app drawer, they just disappear without sliding away. The animation speed in Dev options is set to 1, and changing it to .5 doesn't seem to change it.
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] LameMonster82:
Change them to 2 if you want slower animation speed
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] doubledragon5:
Turn them off, that is what I do.
[Xiaomi Black Shark Helo Questions & Answers] praveen.sdlp:
Hi guys, really interested in "black shark helo" due to its design and performance reviews. Where i can buy this phone in USA at a reasonable price?

Also can this be rooted easily.?

Thanks
[Xiaomi Black Shark Helo Questions & Answers] Invisan:
There is no root method available. Neither for the Shark 1 nor for the Helo.

Since there is no official ROM Package out there where we could get the boot.img you cant build magisk nor use supersu and keep your hands of bull**** scam like Kingoroot and other stuff.
[Xperia Z5 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fetchaspade:
Hi,

I just acquired a new Sony bluetooth headset but I suffer from terrible bluetooth quality (gaps of silence while listening, lag, low audio quality): it is barely usable.

Since the headphones provide support for the LDAC codec but apparently LineageOS 7 does not, what can I do?

The stock rom probably provides LDAC support. So does Android Oreo (and maybe LineageOS 8). Is there any way to benefit from the LDAC codec (the headphones also have aptx) on LineageOS 7 without having to go back to the stock rom or buy another phone? Is there a way to port LDAC support from the Z5C's official stock rom to LineageOS?

Thank you for your help :)
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
It's now possible to unlock the bootloader of the Mate 20 Pro, even the international version.

Prerequisites:

1. FunkyHuawei credit or pass.

2. Windows PC

3. Bootloader code from unlockhuawei.com

Steps:

1. Use the 'new HiSuite method' to install from the LYA-Global section, version 9.0.0.171

(These instructions: https://pastebin.com/raw/Db5ZSyqu )

2. Now you can enable "OEM Unlock" from the developer options. (It wasn't possible without step 1)

3. Reboot to fastboot mode, use fastboot command:

fastboot oem unlock CODE

(replace CODE with your code)

Now the bootloader is unlocked! Time for development!
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] souljasteve84:
How many credits did you get to do this on funkyhuawei. Thanks
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
The update can be done with one credit. Or you can buy an unlimited pass which includes the bootloader code.

If you're planning to play around with an unlocked bootloader, an unlimited pass is probably the best choice, so you can recover whenever you brick it.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Duncan1982:
FunkyHuawie Manopoly

Now I'll air as it's NOT about support with FunkyHuawie it's ALL about "The Money" such is the world today. No favours nor acts of kindness.

I have an account registered with my bricked P20 Pro, they will swap (as per terms you can only have 1 device per account) they will swap but are asking £50 for doing so. It's Christmas I'm yes skint but also lost my job recently (boohoo, right) not their fault I know.

For something I paid a nice some of money for an unlimited pass , they won't even show kindness they just want more money (plus my P20 is bricked) so that unlimited pass I currently have is useless unless I buy another P20 Pro.

I would advise Xda to consider it's position to allow this kind of behavior from such a bunch. I really asked kindly to but Money that's all it's about, not helping in the spirit of humanity or kindness, compassion ....., Ache rant over, I'm happy enough with my Mate 20 stock, but heads up don't expect kindness seriously.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
The rules of the unlimited pass are made pretty clear on the site -- it's attached to the phone. You can transfer it to another person if you sell your phone. You can't transfer it to another phone, you need another pass for a different phone.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] pvillasuso:
[MENTION=4572798]duraaraa[/MENTION]

Thanks for the information !!

I bought one credit ($18) , and manage to update my LYA-09 (C106) to the latest globlal ( LYA-LGRP2-OVS 9.0.0.171 )

You have to be really careful when following the installation steps

I updated because everyone else was receiving an update with some good stuff and benefits , and my carrier would probably release it on april 2019 ( its to much waiting time )

After the udpate your data and configuration remains the same , so dont worry thinking that you have to tweak all over again ( like a new phone )

Maybe later I will unlock my bootloader , but right now I find the cost kind of expensive ($55) and the waiting time can be extended to 14 days , so ....
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
Current waiting time is about 1-2 days.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Cass67:
Rebranding can be done from L09 to L29 with this development ?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
No.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] iori_cl:
If i dont have that money, i just wont be able to unlock it? :S
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] aygul12345:
Happy to see thats enable!!

Does this means you can load the newest version on the phone?

---------- Post added at 07:52 ---------- Previous post was at 07:49 ----------

Is it also possible to unroot?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] charliebigpot:
What can we do with an unlocked bootloader: first step to root? What else?

What can't we do with an unlocked bootloader: auto updates? What else?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
Since being able to unlock the bootloader is a new thing, it's very much unexplored as of now. Theoretically, things like rooting or installing custom roms should be possible.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] souljasteve84:
Successfully updated my device through the FH method using only 1 credit and my bootloader is now unlocked ??

Now to wait for custom roms and twrp ?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] sille:
Oh man now that I just got my OP6T... Let's cancel that eBay auction
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] eric3011:
so, when will the rebranding from L29 to AL00 be available ?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Cass67:
Shame.. Is it likely at some point?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] ulakala:
hi everyone.... excuse me for my bad english.

in italy if i buy a mate 20 pro with operator it's possible use only one sim (the other is disabled). can i enabled the second? how?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Duncan1982:
As my post has been removed although my point was valid. I will show MY kindness and offer my unlimited pass to anyone that has a P20 Pro.

I can't use it FunkyHuawei won't transfer without further request for money, so here is my offer however I don't know if they will fullfil it tbh.

But it's my act of kindness. Something that is clearly lacking in this "Civilised" world.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Maddinuser:
Is there any benefit of doing that right now without any roms available? Bootloader unlock would not mean it's rooted automatically and ready for things like magisk, right?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] TomPiXX:
Just send the Huawei support an email and request the code manually. For free.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
Why would they do that though? They've indicated they're no longer providing unlock codes.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] superior8888:
They wouldn't help you.

Skickat från min LYA-L29 via Tapatalk
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] David Horn:
A number of people (myself included) have suggested that FunkyHuawei is not really in the spirit of XDA. Believe me, they are taking it seriously and I'd encourage you to email the team here to help them make a decision about whether the service should be allowed to continue here (I suspect, but can't say for certain, that the same person/group is behind the outrageous prices for bootloader unlock codes).
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] jhs39:
This is on current Samsung phones? They were always very against user modification.

On some recent Samsung phones I read that the international model with Samsung's processor could be bootloader unlocked but the North American model with qualcumm processor could not.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
Latest FH update: I emailed them yesterday and asked for a status update on my code order. It had been 10 working days at the time.

I received a response this morning advising that if I needed the code quickly, I should cancel and reorder.

I interpret this as them deliberately withholding my order in the hope that I will do just that.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] kedros5:
the funny part is i am using unlimited pass and i should have a Unlock code. and i have also waited for 10 days already. :crying:
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] CloseCoder:
Cancel an order that was $69 before so you pay $100 now and maybe get the code faster? Brilliant
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] mdrda:
IMO this suggests that unlock code retrieval time is not based on current computation power of FH equipment or luck an IMEI has in hash cracking algorithm but rather pricing given by different insider subjects to FH retrieving codes recorded in Huawei systems via currently-closed-to-public requests for a different fee. Just a common sense behind two prices for the same thing at a given time.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
Mine was $55 when I ordered it.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] CloseCoder:
Shoot, I would have ordered mine if I saw that price tag, no questions asked. I'm waiting to see if there could be a potential price drop, or it can backfire on me and have another price increase and it would kill me
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
Like I said above, I expect them to deliberately not supply me the code so I request a refund and do a reorder.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] superior8888:
I just mailed them saying us paying for unlimited pass should be treated like VIP [emoji846] OTHERWISE I'll keep reporting them to PayPal. Seriously, it's stupid business. You should not cancel and reorder. Keep waiting.

Skickat från min LYA-L29 via Tapatalk
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
They might issue a refund automatically, thus cancelling the order.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] iznogoud69:
Hi, I have .153 (no OEM option) In France

I found the rom .171 (I would like to activate OEM Option):

ZIP

https://androidhost.ru/1iLI?pt=VWxN...0UWpka1FUMDlPbVJDQmF4UHVOeXhWSEZqNkEydFpZVT0=

DLOAD

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BbNsOiLOr3O81qfjRuqXGXphog1CEDuL/view

password: phoenixteam.tech

How to install it PLEASE ?

Because i dont want to pay 18$ to FH

Thx
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] superior8888:
If you're Google skills are enough to find that, wouldn't it be enough to find out how to install?

Skickat från min LYA-L29 via Tapatalk

---------- Post added at 09:47 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:46 AM ----------

That's up to them I guess..silly [emoji853]

Skickat från min LYA-L29 via Tapatalk
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] iznogoud69:
if i pose the question, it's because i dont know how...
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] speedyjay:
I said it before and I'll say it again - FH are just taking the situation - people cannot unlock bootloaders without the code that they can somehow provide, exactly how is a mystery because the owner of FH said that he is not willing to divulge the specific steps - and just rinsing us all because they know that idiots will pay $99. I still maintain that they are sitting on a database full of codes that they obtained from somewhere (the only place they can get those details from is from Huawei). It's just massively convenient that Huawei stop providing them and FH become the rising star company that can somehow provide them.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] protuger:
Totally agree. That makes a lot of sense.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] hijibiji:
Funkyscammer refund my money -_-
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] rajamobilerdx:
refund my money

duraaraa refund my money already wasted too much money on my device and now you people scamming me with the fake tool 51$ is big refund my moeny i dont want any credits

paypal Transaction ID

3YE26864FG548893Y
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] speedyjay:
FH are just a joke! Overpriced for not a lot of work involved! If they can justify the $100 price tag of what exactly is involved in obtaining a bootloader unlock code and how exactly is costs $100...then they may be able to put some method to their madness. Until then, I still insist that they're milking the situation and it's absurd!
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] cygnus56:
It´s possible?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] kischde:
Me [MENTION=220391]Jan[/MENTION], 15th:

Hi guys!

I bought/requested a bootloader unlock code on January, 8th using this email address. As others got their codes within a few hours I wanted to ask if anything maybe went wrong - did you receive my payment, is everything ok with the email adress, etc?

Sorry for being so impatient, but I really would like to unlock and root my device to get rid of all those "nice apps" coming preinstalled.

Thanks a lot mates and have a nice evening!

Best regards,

__________

FH [MENTION=220391]Jan[/MENTION], 17th:

Hello, we received it no problem. The wait time is currently longer than usual. I expect 3 to 5 more days.

__________

Me [MENTION=220391]Jan[/MENTION], 24th:

Hi mate!

It's been 7 more days until now already and those 14 days I had to expect are also 16 meanwhile. I really don't want to be impatient but I really would like to unlock it now.

What are things like now, when will the code be available?

__________

FH [MENTION=220391]Jan[/MENTION], 24th:

Hi,

The wait could be extremely long yet. We can cancel and refund your order if you like.

I now cancelled the order and requested a refund as I don´t see any sense in waiting any longer - especially as the price runs higher and higher. I´m really sorry and hope I don´t judge him/her/them/who ever faulty, but at the moment it seems to me they want to generate more money - maybe those 55 bucks were too little ...?
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] ubersapian:
It should be possible if the firmware zip files have an SD package tag on them.. If this is the case then simply create a "dload" folder on usb thumb drive or nano memory card and place the firmware update_base zip along with the cust/preload zips in that folder.

Then you simply reboot to recovery/download mode by VOL Up + VOL Down + Power keys and crossing fingers it will update.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] Minotaur:
FH refunded my order today, even though I didn't specifically ask them too. They offered in their last email, but I didn't take them up on it.

Obviously, they have zero intention of actually fulfilling ANY orders that aren't done at the $99 price point.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] duraaraa:
Those who ordered from FH at 55$ or 66$ and are uncomfortable with a potentially long wait time, just email to cancel the order.

New orders at 99$ price point are put through a different infrastructure which is considerably more expensive, which FH switched to for reliability, which is why the price has gone up, and why we can't put old orders through the new infrastructure.

Eventually, bootloader code prices are likely to continue to rise as it becomes harder and harder to get them. They may also become impossible to get, at all. If someone needs a code, it's better to order soon, because it may not be available, at all, in the future. For bootloader unlock codes, the wait time isn't due to FH, it's due to issues in infrastructure outside of FH's control.

We feel confident that the codes can eventually be issued to those who ordered at $55 or $66 price points, but we do not know how long the wait will be. So if you are uncomfortable with waiting without knowing how long the wait will be, FH can only apologize for the unexpected wait time, refund the payment, and cancel your orders.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] speedyjay:
Sounds like you're just giving people an excuse to cancel the order at $55 and put through another one at $99. You're scamming people! Moderators need to do something about this because this is bull!
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] demon2112:
can someone explain this?

https://global-unlocking-solutions.miiduu.com/bootloader-unlock-codes-choose-model-below
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] ToniWise:
This is more than just bull... That's a crime! Like any Cartel or Monopoly attempt, it's a crime! Announce and sell a product with a predetermined price and delivery time, and then obstruct the delivery process forcing the customer to undo the order and then redo the entire procedure for a greater value if the customer still wanted the product in question, it's a crime! This is never was a fault of the XDA. But it's now a juridic case! And it should be reported with such. Reported to PayPal and to competent authorities that regulate this type of procedure and virtual commerce. XDA has always given us all the support and tools for the Android enthusiast! If it is to have a sealed and obtuse device with an arbitrary and intrusive masquerade as Huawei has become, it is far better for me to get an iPhone after all. We are Android users for a simple reason. Freedom!

I always divulged and praised XDA to all my friends! Here I managed to keep my S4 running smooth for more than 5 years always customizing and amusing with the posts of friends and experts from the community. But now what I see is a group of opportunists and malicious people taking advantage of the moment and shame their own paths. But stay tuned. Because this kind of procedure may seem safe and flawless to the person who executes them. But only until the moment when someone with real legal knowledge takes the appropriate measures against people who commit this type of crime! People who form monopolies and cartels! This was my first and last Huawei. I wanted to know this brand and its hardware and I ended up entering a siege worse than Apple's. Funkyhuawei they say... Better F...cking.you.huawei, I guess.
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] TomPiXX:
You know what? Just f*ck you!
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] demon2112:
mark my words.... with in 6months unlockcodes for free for everyone... made possible by huawei..... and fh ( shell cor for huawei) is out of businesses hahaha and FH was an branch of huawei hahaha
[Huawei Mate 20 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion] luxorjd:
Just checked FunkyHuawei site and this is what is shown on page:

Huawei / Honor Bootloader Unlock Code

Sorry, bootloader code processing is currently not available. Check back on this page for future availability.