yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Evolution X for Redmi Note 5 [Vince]

Evolution X is an AOSP based ROM, with Google apps included and all Pixel goodies (launcher, wallpapers, icons, fonts, bootanimation) and ADDITIONAL FEATURES.

WiFi

RIL

Mobile data

GPS

Camera

Flashlight

Camcorder

Bluetooth

FM Radio

Fingerprint reader

Lights

Sound / vibration

Face lock

Dirac Sound enhancer

Additional QS tiles

Battery Icon Styles

Lock screen clock/date styles

Lock screen visualizer/ambient visualizer

Ambient Music Ticker

and many more

SCREENSHOTS

Known issues

None at the moment

DON'T FLASH GAPPS, ALREADY INCLUDED

Reboot to recovery

Download the proper zip for the device

Wipe data/cache/system when coming from ROMs that are not AOSP based

Flash the latest build

Flash Magisk

Reboot to system

DOWNLOAD

Liked my work? Please donate. Thanks!

Telegram channel (Vince)

Join my telegram channel for more

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Android OS version: 9.0.0_r37

Security patch level: May 2019

Build author: Naveen Kumar Achari

Source code: [url]https://github.com/Evolution-X[/url]

Kernel Source code: [url]https://github.com/Evolution-X-Devices/kernel_xiaomi_msm8953[/url]

ROM Developer: joeyhuab

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XDA:DevDB Information

Evolution X, ROM for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5-Vince

Contributors

joeyhuab, abhinavagrd_1129, AnierinB, peaktogoo

Source Code: [url]https://github.com/Evolution-X[/URL]

XDA:DevDB Information

[ROM][9.0][OFFICIAL] EVOLUTION X 2.0[AOSP][05/05/27], ROM for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus

Contributors

saladasss

Source Code: https://github.com/Evolution-X

ROM OS Version: 9.x Pie

ROM Kernel: Linux 4.x

Based On: AOSP

Version Information

Status: Stable

Stable Release Date: 2019-05-29

Current Beta Version: 1

Beta Release Date: 2019-05-28

Created 2019-05-28

Last Updated 2019-05-29
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
initial Build
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] aniruddho69:
Is this based on Pixel Experience?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Moon_420:
Nice rom I love it and It's smooth. No major bugs.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Yup with features
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] pbk14:
Download link?

---------- Post added at 05:53 AM ---------- Previous post was at 05:38 AM ----------

Found it https://sourceforge.net/projects/ev..._mirror=excellmedia&r=&use_mirror=excellmedia
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] rpp45:
google phone not found in this rom, add please
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Device side changes

•kernel upstreamd to 4.9.180

•If u face any issues regarding Google phone download and flash via twrp Download (https://t.me/stormbreakerkernelupdatescl/310)

• Fixed Volte

Rom side changes

• changelog (https://t.me/EvolutionXNews/160)

Download : (https://sourceforge.net/projects/ev...vince-9.0-20190603-1523-OFFICIAL.zip/download)

XDA : Here (https://xdaforums.com/redmi-note-5/development/rom-evolution-x-t3934406)

EvoX Vince group : https://t.me/EvolutionXVince

Existing users will get update via ota :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
bug bro i have mentiond the fix
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Lovely Dhinesh:
Flashing problems

When I tried to flash this rom, I got a Error:7 This device is vince. And this is not for vince devices. It's only for One plus 5 and oneplus 5t mobiles.

I don't know how to fix it.

Please tell me about and how to fix it.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Wyneg:
Hi!

Flash latest firmware, then flash rom again ;)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] kszypula22:
I flashed this rom today, and so far my only issue was not working camera. basically camera app crashes minute after i try to start it firstly showing just black screen with controls. at first i thought its camera app issue so i downloaded 3rd party app from Gplay and it had same issue. Trying to use camera inside another app (discord) yelded me unknown camera error.

picture from logcat after filtering it to camera (cant figure how to make pic smaller sorry)

i am running compilation 20190603-1523

apart from camera issue everything seems to work fine

EDIT: today morning i also realized that mobile data just don't work, didn't had tome to take screenshots of logs because i meeded to flash PE since i buy bus tickets using phone
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
flash latest firmware
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-iAsi-32kQKuL0Ichyj0aHjgHjNO1Gnr/view?usp=drivesdk this build is stable flash this
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] kszypula22:
flashed this build and camera works, i still seem to have issue with mobile data though, it seems like it just dont start. in quickswitcher tile moves to "on" state but LTE indicator dont appear and browser returns no connection error. i have logcat reader installed just not sure to what filter it to have any info for you from it. If that help my provider (orange) uses band LTE B3 (1800 +) as far as i am aware.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Evolution X 2.0 [Official] 4.9 07-06-2019

Device side changes

•Fixed Google phone app

• Thanks to AmulyaX for device Tree

Rom side changes

•New Evolution-X bootanimation

•Fix white navbar on light theme.

•Add QS tile styles.

•Animate Q clock when time changes.

•Update default wallpaper.

•Pulse screen when media ticker is changed.

•Tweak QS status icons in expand animation

DOWNLOAD

https://sourceforge.net/projects/evolution-x/files/vince/EvolutionX_vince-9.0-20190607-1251-OFFICIAL.zip/download

Evolution-X Device Chat group

https://t.me/EvolutionXVince
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Psyberdelixx:
I don't like Google font... Is there some chance to add font picker?... ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Flash latest firmware https://t.me/vinceupdate/2275
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Soon
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Camera fixed please update to latest one
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
[MENTION=762202]evolutionx[/MENTION]Vince Join here will discuss
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] SAIYAJIN87:
Bro.......thing is in network API settings full API..........like BSNL or Jio want ever your sim is ,just u need to fill and set new one .........u will get internet the moment selected API...........apart from that the ROM is amazing,works like a charm,batter back-up was also good

Especially it gives u the feel of pixel device with rich features
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Moon_420:
For people that don't have LTE/4G go to Mobile Network Settings and set an APN (Access Point Names. It's located at bottom).

This shouldn't be problem. If you can't enter it cuz you don't know how go to the Internet provider they'll set it up for you.

There are online guides so considering that It won't be a problem If you manually set it up.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Source Changelog

========================

• Return of System fonts (using a Custom Font package)

• Return of Lockscreen clock font styles

• Add Lockscreen date styles

• Add Lockscreen date font styles

• Add Lockscreen owner info font styles

•Align Lockscreen date/owner info with Q Text Clock

• Set Minutes to a single line for Q Text Clock

• Tweak Q seekbar so it won't overlap on Album art

========================

Device Changelog

========================

• reverted qcril blobs

• Fixed Apn

• Switched To StormBreaker Kernel

• Kernel Upstremed to Latest 4.9.181

Download Here https://sourceforge.net/projects/evolution-x/files/vince/EvolutionX_vince-9.0-20190613-2120-OFFICIAL.zip/download

Telegram Group https://t.me/EvolutionXVince
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] razhie22:
That's icons always show, how to leave out?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] aniruddho69:
Turn off location:)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] razhie22:
Alarm and location is off. But that icon still showing
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] SAIYAJIN87:
Try restart and see if it's persistent or not
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mavid26:
Dual speaker zip pls thank you.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
• Don't force show battery percentage on powersave/charging

• Revert VoLIT to VoLTE icon (shoutout to the brosirs in Mido's community)

• Add Volume key cursor control

• Bring back One-hand UI mode (w/ QS tile)

• Add On-The-Go mode (w/ QS tile)

• Add Alarm, Calculator, Calendar, Camera, Dialer, Expanded Desktop, Sleep Screen QS tiles

• Update Screenshot & Partial screenshot QS tile icons

• Bring back Running Services toggle for QS footer

• Bring back Statusbar Clock, Date and Carrier Label font styles, sizes and colors

• Add Lockscreen Clock & Date font sizes

• Remove gaming mode QS tile

• Remove Pixel Wallpapers 18

Download Here

(https://sourceforge.net/projects/ev...190624-1336-OFFICIAL.zip/download)Evolution-X

Vince group: [MENTION=762202]evolutionx[/MENTION]
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
set to battery saver mode
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Evolution X 2.0 Official 4.9 05/07/2019 [ Vince ]

Changelog

• Sysserv has been fixed. Translations have been merged for Evo's settings menu

DOWNLOAD

https://sourceforge.net/projects/ev...vince-9.0-20190705-1733-OFFICIAL.zip/download
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Evolution X 2.0 Official 4.9 09/07/2019 [ Vince ]

Changelog

• Add Q style wifi icons (huge thanks to Hugwalk for assistance

• Add lighter accent colors for dark themes (Q accents)

• Add new translations to Settings app

• Completely overhaul Evo settings menu

• Fix colored icons issue with Evo settings for Subs Ethereal theme

• Move some options from main Settings app to Evo settings

Download https://sourceforge.net/projects/evolution-x/files/vince/EvolutionX_vince-9.0-20190709-1256-OFFICIAL.zip/download
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] luistro:
Good work
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] saladasss:
Evolution X 2.0 Official 18/07/2019 [ Vince ]

Changelog

• Add 6 new accent colors from POSP

• Add 21 new accent colors from familiar brands

• Bring back Gaming mode QS tile

• Bring back wellbeing grayscale QS tile

• Fix end color for Gradient Lockscreen clock styles

• Improvements and fixes to Gaming Mode

• Add more translations

• Reduce sleep timeout for pocket lock

• Ensure battery estimates update

SF : https://sourceforge.net/projects/ev...vince-9.0-20190717-1650-OFFICIAL.zip/download

Evolution -X Vince | Lavender group: https://t.me/EvoXVinceLavender

Existing users will get update via ota :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] blueangel4ever:
is it only me that the phone soft reboots time after time with evolution x..i did a clean install with format data too and still the same..i changed the kernel but still the same...am i missing something?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] pbk14:
Well I updated it and everything works fine. one of the ROMs that I used with best performance is this ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vnod:
There is click on screen when I press fingerprint..this always happens on this rom only...

Just clean flash latest build
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Irvan Malik:
I don't have that issue when I tried this ROM.

Please provide logs for the developer, your problem is kinda wierd.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vnod:
Edit:Fixed

---------- Post added at 04:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:55 PM ----------

---------- Post added at 04:58 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:56 PM ----------

NVM fixed ..after adding "#" before the 353 key in generic.kl file located in /system/usr/keylayout and reboot
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] badbod:
is this rom have a feature FULL SCREEN DISPLAY GESTURES like a official MIUI rom ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] EricSosa:
Hi , And Tnks for this Fantastic Pie Rom for R5P.

( Sorry for my Bad English )

Please , guys ( The Developers ) , will continue suport this proyect Rom , because , the last update was in 19/07.

And Tnks for all.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] kartik676:
No
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
This
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
And these
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] ZombiKoala:
Mobile data

Hey I have no cellular data on my phone :( Tried typing new Apn, resetting mobile network settings, changing preferable network etc. What can I do to use cellular data I really love this rom. Pls help.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
Cellular data/4G/LTE works as expected for me. Did you clean flash? What firmware are you using? Considering that your sim card works properly in another phone, there must be something wrong with your setup.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] ZombiKoala:
I have tried my sim on another phone, and I had changed APN before ejecting my sim card. Sim is ok as I expected. But when I put it back to my redmi 5 plus, cellular worked like a charm. I think the problem was about sim tray. Or maybe I just had to take it ou and in. Problem is solved thank god. Im in love with this rom.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
I'm glad you sorted it out. Wonderful rom indeed ;)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
Welcome new maintainer: AndroBuddy007 ???
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] sdheer2012@gmail.com:
Font issue

Thank You Dev 4 this nice rom, PL see fonts are not changed fully, even iFont is not working, Tq.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] sanijsnj:
great rom...but has that green filter camera bug most other roms have
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Djeypi:
For those with problems on mobile data connection

I flashed the file on this post and problem solved!

https://xdaforums.com/p8lite/genera...-miui-roms-t3790289/post76515306#post76515306
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] ZombiKoala:
There is an ota update I havent download. Notification showed up today. Is anyone updated? Is it safe to update directly from update section at settings?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
Indeed. Updated. It should be safe. Try and if it doesn't work flash manually from recovery! I flashed from recovery but beforehand, format dalvik/system/cache/vendor. Backup important data first!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] porvashka:
Anyone please share link for Evolution Pie latest build, because the official download source is gone(
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] danipan:
please reupload pie build, thanks
[Galaxy Grand Prime Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mattle1029:
I got a Samsung grand prime plus SM-G532F from a friend who was about to throw his phone away because he thought it was broken (It wouldn't turn on apparently). I tried playing with it and it turned on and was fine. He barely speaks english and phone was probably passed around a lot. Never owned a phone before. It began when I tried downloading a google play app and launched the game but it didn't work. I found out the phone was rooted so I did some research and found SuperSU in the app store. I did the full unroot option and the game worked. First time turning off the phone since unroot and now it gets stuck at the samsung logo animation with pixels shooting out. I did some research and cannot access recovery mode because it says, "Custom binary blocked by frp lock". Only Download mode is working. I read up some stuff and ended up downloading the firmware for the same model SM-G532F but I can't figure out the phones region so I just picked a random region (was stressed out at this point and some people said it didn't matter much). Tried 3 different versions of odin running as admin. Messed around a lot and tried, 4 files, just the AP file. No luck.

I followed this video showing how to fix "Custom binary blocked by frp lock". There are many videos with the same instructions. Simply get firmware with 4-5 files and insert into Odin.

TL;DR

1. Used full unroot option on SuperSU because a google play game I wanted to try was being blocked. Game works after the unroot.

2. After shutting phone off for the first time. CANNOT GET IN TO PHONE. Turning it on gets stuck at samsung logo looping animation everytime.

3. Recovery mode Power+Volup+home button displays, "Custom binary block by frp lock".

4. Download mode is working and tried to download a random region but same model firmware.

5. Insert 4 into odin but end up with:

<ID:0/004> Odin engine v(ID:3.1301)..

<ID:0/004> File analysis..

<ID:0/004> Total Binary size: 3171 M

<ID:0/004> SetupConnection..

<ID:0/004> Initialzation..

<ID:0/004> Set PIT file..

<ID:0/004> DO NOT TURN OFF TARGET!!

<ID:0/004> FAIL!

<ID:0/004>

<ID:0/004> Re-Partition operation failed.

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

After that on the phone downloading mode screen it says "ERROR: Device have invalid pit" on the top left.

Is it the region or something else im doing wrong?

Please help, I have little knowledge on android phones/rooting. I do not care if the phone data is erased.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Forsan Al-nemah:
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Steps

1-root the device useing iroot.exe

2-download the tool from

https://mega.nz/#!l2pDgajb!KmqZgygZROg5C2hnd8rRV8UyZj9DEscejlMotql5-dw

3-Run the tool and scan model useing the model combobox

then finally press Disable LGStratupwizard
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] NoNafs:
I recently upgraded my HardSPL to 2.10, it was previously 1.40, but for some strange reason I stopped receiving smses and seem unable to send them from my phone. I have no desire to hard reset the phone, and its been working fine for months. Anybody have any idea whats going on?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] NoNafs:
Flashed to the previous version of Hard SPL and sms works fine now, weird. . .
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
Hey guys, looks like this forum is pretty quiet for the Axon 7 mini but if you see this, I'm considering getting one as a media player (mostly music) in compliment to my Axon 7 which is my daily driver phone. Does the mini output bluetooth audio at hi res like it's big brother? I know it has an AKM DAC for the 3.5mm socket but I mostly use BT either in my car or on headphones now, so that is very important.

If not, I may as well just use my wife's old Oppo F1f when her new phone arrives. Performance is similar but not hi res audio.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
Decided to get one anyway, so cheap, AU$149 new in box from retail store, grey one too, not keen on gold. I'll put my 128Gb card from the Axon 7 in it as I put a 256Gb in that recently.

My Axon 7 is stock and used for work but the mini can be anything I want :p
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
So, as to stock ROMs, what is the latest one you can root ok? I'm downloading 7.1.1 B15 for my G variant, it doesn't find any OTA updates from it's old original global ROM which is ZTE B2017G APV1.0.0B01

In Australia.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] nikaiako:
No hi-res bluetooth. Just aptX. If you install the one.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
So far I tried three ROMs, cannot update it.

Buyers remorse kicking in.......

Maybe stuck like those variants in GB and Canada.

Edit: thinking about the process of updating Axon 7, maybe there is a road map for updating the mini too. Been searching the different ZTE support pages around the world and downloading some different ROMs. Found a later MM ROM to try before going N. Hoping that is the answer.

Edit: Looks like it's stuck on this very old ROM, the A in the version name is looking like the problem. A for Australia, and no updates for Australia. Booooo!

Can they be recovery forced? But then brick? I guess it would just refuse.

Edit: Did MM B12 update by recovery so got it to global rather than Australia. Now it's on the update road via SD method :) Going N B13 now, what's the latest I should go that can be rooted ok?
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
So once I got it away from the really old Aus ROM via recovery to MM B12 it all went very easy. Now on N B16.

For AU$149 new in box, the A7 mini is a bargain!
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
Guys, I think there's a myth I can dispell straight away between Axon 7 and Axon 7 mini. Having both now, I can tell you straight up, despite both having an AKM DAC the big brother absolutely destroys the mini with 3.5 jack output into a line in device. It's a MUCH louder amp. Could easily drive it's output directly into car hifi amp system without a HU.

Going between the two with a pair of decent 32 ohm buds is not quite as clear cut though, the A7mini has a nice and more balanced, clear sound, decent volume but the A7 still punches harder, it brings more depth into the bottom end so feels bigger and that's how I prefer it.

As to that crazy output to line in devices like a portable speaker with the A7, it's actually a bit too much and have to cut the volume level back at least two steps so for this purpose the mini is more sensible, but if you're driving cans, go A7 every time, especially if they're higher impedance than the normal 32 ohm stuff.

I still like the mini, it's a very nice phone and at the current runout price point nothing else gets near it, especially with that gorgeous AMOLED screen and premium external finish.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] nikaiako:
Hi. This forum is quiet, but there is a lot of useful things about Axon 7 mini on the Russian 4PDA forum. http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=891109&st=1100#entry85892739

You can just use a google-translated version of this, I suppose.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
Thanks for that, I'll have a look when I have some spare time, see if there's anything that takes my interest. I have to decide if I'll mod this phone to a custom ROM as we know it will never get another update from ZTE. Mine is on N B16 so that's end of the line.

I guess the biggest thing is if custom ROMs have the audio performance as good as with stock. I use mine in the car to play music through the 3.5mm jack. Got Next Track app to skip tracks back and forward with screen off by volume rocker. Works well. Sounds pretty good on bluetooth even, because Dolby Atmos does work and combined with gentle equalisation in Poweramp makes for a fairly well defined sound. My headunit doesn't do Hi Res bluetooth so this phone is ideal for the car. Despite the stock headunit, I've built a kick ass hifi off of it.
[ZTE Axon 7 Mini Questions & Answers] RobboW:
Liking the A7 Mini, doing much better on battery than expected. It idles quite efficiently. With light use I get it to go for two days on a charge. I ended up taking my personal SIM out of my Axon 7 and put it in the mini. Just my work SIM in the A7 now. That improved battery life on the A7 too.

Considering the better than expected battery range I'm not even looking at rooting or modding it.

Even got my brother an A7 Mini to replace his iPhone 6S which got the latest iOS update and made it useless..... Good one CrApple :eek: