yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SpectorOfDeath:
Im hoping Im posting in the correct area for this and that someone will catch this and know how to help me out....

I have a Rand McNally OverDryve 8 Pro, OD8Pro, that I would like to extract the boot.img file from the stock ROM so that I can use it to install seemless Magisk.

My issue is that i cannot obtain the boot.img without TWRP or existing root access. There is currently no build of TWRP available for this device obviously because its kind of a neiche device, though very good.

Does anyone know of any guarunteed way of extracting the boot.img file from an Android 5.1.1 device with any other way?

I;'ve tried a bit of basic adb commands, but without being able to open shell command with existing su privilage I get access denied when trying to copy out a /dev/block/... with cat or dd commands.

I can get into fastboot mode, but nothing helpful there as fastboot is only remove and write commands mostly and cant read/copy as far as I'm aware, not without a su shell maybe....

If anyone can help me out, it'd much appriciated, I'd like too get magisk installed seemless without pre-rooting and switch because I previously have rooted another OD8Pro using dr.phone, which works and gives you the SuperUser app, but it makes changes to files within the system install-recovery.bin file and this breaks everything for any updates from Rand McNally, and it does NOT backup the original file, so even after unroot within SU app, the file remains broken and fails md5 hash checks when rm_services goes to preform updates.

Ultimately, I'd like to get a port of TWRP or attempt to build it myself for this device, but I'm just a novice and learning on-the-fly about setting up a TWRP build, and having issues syncing my repo within linux. But eventually I'll get things working, and I'll need, or at least it would be helpfull, to have root access when building my TWRP and testing it, not too mention I would like to force Open GApps into the system which is currently not installed in any capacity, not even nano version, and then the Magisk Modules, seemless root, magisk hide, speak for themselves.....

So ya, basically, if anyone knows a way too pull the boot.img or even an entire device partition copy, without existing root or TWRP in any capacity, or is able to BUILD me TWRP that I could use in fastboot boot TWRP.img for example and use TWRP too pull the /dev/block required for the boot.img

Thanks XDA
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MerlinStWahgwaan:
Anyone know how to get into fastboot on this device?

I can load the bootloader menu, but when i select fastboot it just hangs on RM logo then reboots normally.

I assume i meed too do somthing more, like when selecting the recovery mode instead, you ha e too hold both VOL buttons or it just reboots...

Anyone know the keys too load fastboot?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SpectorOfDeath:
To be honest, i cant get fastbott too recognize via ADB either now.

I thought i had it working but it does that same as you, just goes into bootloader menu or reboot normally.

Does anyone else have any experience with the OD8PRO?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] oly00:
Just assuming my phone got an update last night and decided to brick itself. From my side, restarts won't work but I got a USB to recognize Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM5). I've tried the software (here) but it doesn't seem to run on the phone, what would be my next step?

Thanks!
[G 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amir.nawed:
Instagram crashes when trying to upload story. It crashes as soon as I select a photo from gallery.

I tried multiple roms and it crashes in everyone of them. Please help.
[G 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KyleSaki714:
Same happens for me. Our Titan is getting slow and old, so use Instagram Lite to post stories. It works
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] HyperM3:
One thing I have noticed on the 3 so far is, for many of my apps, the notification sound I set for it never plays. I always get the default phone notification sound for those apps.

When I go in the app to check or change it, its still on the the notification sound I picked in the first place.

Why are certain apps, which allow you to pick a different sound, only playing default sound, while others that I changed are playing that changed sound? For instance, Ive been using TweetCaster for over 5 years now. Always had the same notification tone set for it and it played perfectly on every phone before the P3XL. The file is still in the Audio file for Notifications as it should it. It plays the sound when I click it. But when an update for TC comes through, it just plays the default notification sound in the phone setting.

EDIT: After much searching, I finally found a thread on Reddit that explained how to do it. It's a way deeper dive than just the usual pool I was used to...
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] bigdave79:
Care to share the solution?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Questions & Answers] HyperM3:
Settings>Apps & Notifications>(whatever app you are trying to set)>Notifications>Default Notifications Channel>(Advanced Pulldown)>Sound
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
Come hang with us on our chat : Telegram

You can also follow this project on Prashant World

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Floyd V1.0 Based on Note7FE[LATEST]

Initial Release

Google Drive : Download

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V1.0

-initial release
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
Good idea to read this F.A.Q While the rom is installing

Q : Where is bixbyVoice ?

A : Not included in this release

Q : I dont have root help plez

A : Install superSU or magisk, if you picked SU in aroma, install su apk

Q : Phone took alot of time to boot, and is very laggy

A : pay attention to install steps and reboot if you flashed magisk

Q : There is SIM popup that keeps coming to ask me for restart

A : you DID NOT follow the instructions, Reinstall the rom and pay attention

Q : I dont see any EDGE panels after installing

A : Reboot the phone

Q : How is battery Life ?

A : With some tests and some cycles, it will be better than stock due to optimzations

Q : What to do after the rom is setup ?

A : Go to samsung apps, let the phone update everthing

Q : My phone does NOT boot help pls

A : Ensure you have LATEST AF bootloader and modem installed, did all the wipes, and did your house chores,[/QUOTE]
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
reserved
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Allooosh98:
Awesome work bro :fingers-crossed:

Going to test :D
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] malcho:
Thanks for the rom.

Which is security patch level on this rom?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
November
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Egik71:
after each reboot it pops up that the sim card is changed. what to do? Help me.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] malcho:
Anyone tried this rom? Impressions?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
it's pretty good

lol sorry if I didn't give much detail, the rom still needs to settle down on my phone for a few days
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] shellminotaur:
The rom is good, but I have a couple of problems.

1. Some apps aren't in full display mode, so they look in 16:9 and not in 18,5:9

2. I can't set italian language in keyboard settings, i tryed to download it, but a pop-up tell me something like "impossible to download italian language"

3. When I'm on desktop the nav bar is hide, if I touch for two time the left point it is show. The problem is that I always hide the nav bar when i'm using an application, so ****inue to hide and show the nav bar isn't comfortable

Sorry bad english guys
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Austin287856:
i am stuck on the bootup screen help pls i can not turn off my phone either
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mchlbenner:
Just hold the power and volume button at the same time and the phone will turn off make sure you do a full wipe not internal memory.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] VDavid003:
Does 4k or 60fps recording work with this rom?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
no, hardware isn't compatible with 4k recording
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] stringman666:
fm radio

does anyone know how to get the FM radio working with this rom? by the way i really like this rom otherwise and wanted to say thanks. galaxy a8 (2018) sm-a530w
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] ZpArTaX:
A8 2018

it works for the normal A8
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] juanmaoptilimbo:
HELP!

the rom installs perfectly, but it won't let me boot. I've done every step twice (including the hard reset after installing).

after it boots up, shows a "signature verification error" (I don't know if that is literally what it would say in english, cause my phone is in spanish by default)

does somebody know how can I fix it???
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Really want to try this but after complete wipe (including internal) SM-A530W will not boot. Attached log.

Hope this helps!
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Save the log and upload it. I think we're having identical errors. The log will be saved in the same directory as the ROM zip. Let's get them the logs so they can fix it. I am having what seems to be a flawless install as well but can't get past the boot logo. Not animation, logo.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
I put this into /System/etc/permissions/ on my stock SM-A530W and rebooted. Radio was working. I made a post on it. The .xml should be all you need I would think.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mikehorizon:
Any chance to fix the face unlock? It doesn't even appear in settings.

Otherwise a very good rom.

Thank you.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] stringman666:
tried that. not working!
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
wait for it to boot cuz i had to wait about 1 hour for my a530w to boot
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
That is a lot of patience. Over 45 minutes you say?

That wouldn't be a problem if i didn't need to perform any time sensitive actions.

To install the rom as instructed i need to be perform a reset similar to a twrp install.

There's no frikken way i can maintain that sort of readiness for almost an hour. That's ridiculous. Did you do any preparation? What was your meal prior? Vitamins? I will have to pass on this one. Nice installer though.

I am assuming my errors in the log were completely normal then?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] sumitavenger:
Having problem in status bar

I have installed this rom and it is best for gaming but a icon in status bar is not going any where i.e. a circle in fist one in the status bar.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Golum Zebulon:
=> This rom miss the "Full screen apps" in display parameters : just search for how-to-galaxy-s8-app-scaling on google.

The majority of installed applications let appear a black bar at their bottom before the navbar. Is there a way to add this fonctionnality ?

=> Same problem, I can't install the french language nor azerty keyboard.

thanks for the nice work :)
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Manugame12:
I have the same problem
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
flash mck kernel for A530W variant....and read the thread again

which model do u have? also where is logs? I can't help/support without logs
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Yeah i did. 2.0.1

I did a wipe as instructed. Everything at once including internal. Installed ROM with minimal extras and the kernel.

Force reboot as soon as boot logo appeared.. .

I think there needs to be an install with certain apps not allowed to be omitted so everything works. So i'll give it another go. Pretty sure by not choosing bixby, samsung browser and some (a lot) others is making it unable to have a chance to function.

I choked the hell out of it.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Yup. I installed a few more core apps and now... so it appears i have a new phone. My first attempt was awful. So far so good. Starts out sluggish and just needs time for everything to be applied. As far as i can tell everything is running good. Very nice launcher mods!
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
Good, I think you should try Project treble for our beloved A8/A8+

for a8

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-a8-201...elopment/rom-project-treble-rom-v1-0-t3895086

for a8+

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-a8-plus/development/rom-project-treble-rom-v1-0-t3895095
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] xabierd:
I trebelised my device and while you uploaded the vendor/ROM i tried this ROM. I really like it. Awesome job sir :good:

Will try trebble roms son toó :)
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Very easy. Root explorer of choice and put a folder named HybridRadio_0 with HybridRadio_0.apk inside into /system/priv-app/ and reboot.

Really enjoying this ROM. Didn't realize I needed to let it do updates for a bit and because I use magisk, do it before poking around. It needs root or it won't function as it should (I believe).

Some screens are below with themegalaxy applied. The launcher will be stripped of some tweaks if themed but overall it's still good. Especially the transitions. I notice an increase in performance when using pretty much everything. Dialer without the annoying places tab is nice. Screens to share below.

Next project is messing around in the /odm folder. Gonna get messy.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Sure. Is there any way to play with the omc folder to use a carrier not on the ROM?

Not too worried about it.

I'll do the treble thing after work in a few hours.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
yes, just overwrite the oem folder from stock rom thats from your country to the existing oem folder in the rom
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Ok. That is what i'll do. At first i thought you were mistsken but i see an oem folder.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] r3al_0g:
Is screen recording working for anyone ? Can't seem to get game tools working at all..

Edit: figured it out
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] cedlefou:
Hi,

nice rom thks. However device status remains on custom, not official. Any idea ?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] 587.saboor:
lmao you think this rom was made by Samsung? there's a reason it's called a CUSTOM rom
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Took me two months of cursing trying to figure out what the hell twrp was and thinking i needed root for twrp but needed twrp for root... and only then did i fail with no boot/bootloop 5 times.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] cedlefou:
Dude... the OP says so in his post : "Official status in settings"

I thought this rom was spoofing device status, as mck does with knox status. Because on that damn sammy phone, it seems impossible to circumvent device security policy to be able to install island, since oreo U3 bootloader update.

So please be a nice fellow and let the OP answer the question.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] DaniMaxYT:
Same!!!! Please help!!
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] atefashraf:
Is there any lineage rom for galaxy A8 ?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] kamote_sa_ulap:
The same thing happened to me during my initial flash. i flashed about 4 times and that pop up is still there, so I decided to just click restart and wait. It took about 15 minutes for it to reboot. After that the phone booted an the pop didn't show anymore. I guess patience is a virtue indeed.

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The same thing happened to me during my initial flash. i flashed about 4 times and that pop up is still there, so I decided to just click restart and wait. It took about 15 minutes for it to reboot. After that the phone booted an the pop didn't show anymore. I guess patience is a virtue indeed.

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The same thing happened to me during my initial flash. i flashed about 4 times and that pop up is still there, so I decided to just click restart and wait. It took about 15 minutes for it to reboot. After that the phone booted an the pop didn't show anymore. I guess patience is a virtue indeed.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] bobylable08:
I have a problem with developer option..everytime I click just crash..hope will fix soon
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Pro Cal:
Where is the Radio FM app ?

am I missing somehing ! I flashed it two times to be sure I didn't skipped anything by mistake

everything goes correctly but after booting there is no sign of the RADIO FM APP anywhere ?

any ideas please
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Pro Cal:
hwo is that as longer there is no Radio app anywhere

I have installed the ROM two times just to be sure I didnt skiped anything but there is no radio app

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Any news yet please

have you found it ? I cant seems to get the radio app
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
I did everything according to the instructions, but still hangs a notification about sim reboot.

"hold volume down + home + power" - where can I get the home button on this device? And besides, when installing supersu, it is written that a reboot is not required.

Please help.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
The method you're describing is how to enter download mode on Samsung devices with a physical home button. The A8 does not have one, so if you want to achieve this, first power off your device.

Now, with device off, not charging, (make sure battery is charged to suggested level) and first hold BOTH volume up/down. Continue holding and now press and hold power. Hold all 3 until you see a warning screen. Should take 2 seconds roughly until you see the screen turn on.

Carry on
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
Okay, I went into download mode, but after exiting, it returns me to recovery. I decided to reboot into the system in after that and wait for 20 minutes. What am I doing wrong?

UPD: Booted up and again this message about sim reboot.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
No idea. I was telling you how to enter download mode. Do you have TWRP installed? Download mode is for (but not limited to) TWRP or official firmware. What are you trying to do?
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
I'm just trying to install this firmware normally, but this message about sim reboot is preventing me from living. And I don't understand what reboot to do on the first boot.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Ok what firmware? The one in this thread? Or one loaded into an app on your PC called Odin which are 2 different methods.

So, you are trying to install the Floyd rom OR official Samsung firmware with four files... be specific.

I can help you. If you're trying to install Floyd by Samsung download mode then pm me because it requires you to do a lot of things first. And most if not everyone using this thread already know. Not the place.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mchlbenner:
This rom must be installed with twrp.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
That's the info i think the poster does not know, and if they don't know about it i'd rather not give instructions here because it's going to involve a lot that is not needed in this thread.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
I have twrp 3.2.2.0, it doesn't work anyway.

I do all the wipes, install the zip, configure the firmware and boot
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] mindlery:
Ok so i think i see the problem. When you are at the point where it says to hold vol down+power+home just hold vol down+power and as said do it right away.

I've used this and it does work. Sorry for not looking as to why you are having trouble.

That being said, did you initially try doing vol down+power only? It's just how you force reboot and i don't think the method described applies to any Samsung phone to force reboot. Not sure why it isn't corrected. Did you not wonder when you read it? I know, it happens.

Anyway, the ROM works.

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Use kernel from here:

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-a8-201...pment/kernel-mesa-s-custom-kernel-v1-t3760960

I had problems, too. Use latest twrp. 3.3.1 i think.

Wipe everything

I can't recall exactly and someone will help verify, but flash ROM, then the kernel from the link and please double check that. It's been a long time. But definitely that kernel.

When it comes time to boot, have fingers poised on vol down+power and the moment it vibrates press both until it shuts off and let go.

And just leave it for a bit once it's running.

That should work i believe.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
Ok, thank you for all advices. I'll try it later and write back.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Hilline:
Doesn't work. Again endless notification of sim reboot. Don't know what to do anymore :
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] Vuyo96:
Imei unkown

I cant get access to mobile network..when I go to settings/about phone it says imei is unknown...how can I solve the issue...please help
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] prashantp01:
explain what you did
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] kaykekratos_br:
The link not working
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries] raggaluv:
Hi! I really want this rom, but the Google drive upload is broken, you have it in another server?
[HTC Vox] elixxir:
I using a S710 with Dr Gonzo's WM6.1 v1.1

I've set the Profile options as "Vibrate and sound" for messaging, emails, and Calls.

But whenever there's a missed call, the phone vibrates about 25-30 seconds after the missed call, multiple times.

Same goes with SMS, the sound notification comes first, then sometime later, the vibrations.

Sometimes it vibrates for no apparent reason, even after checking the missed calls list.

It's kinda irritating now. I've put off the vibration option for all except voice calls for now.
[HTC Vox] prajith:
Is it fine after you put off the vibration?

I think its not the phone which gives the late vibrations, but the reminder script. it keeps notifying untill you check the missed calls.

You should remove the script notify.mscr from the startup. It will resolve your issue.
[HTC Vox] elixxir:
yes, its ok after vibration i turn1ed off,

I'll get rid of the script. Thanks !
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus Questions & Answers] mikla90:
Hi everyone. So, my uncle has a Redmi Note 5 and two different google accounts. Both are synced correctly on the device, but Drive is showing only one of the two accounts. We tried removing the last update and reinstalling it, but no luck. Both account are correctly synced.

What could be the problem? Thanks
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus Questions & Answers] mikla90:
Nobody able to help me?