yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] alceasan:
I also have problems with NFC. I tried with 20211209 and 20211203 versions, but none is working. Using latest EU FW (12.5.2.0).
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] teesuksawat:
I would like to know if I download the version official Redmi K20 Pro and update on my device Mi 9 Will it be able to use it or will I have to install a new ROM?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] sembraottobre:
hi everyone, is there call recorder in dialer?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] ebbos:
hello, for me, the phone works well, 3 day of testing, fast and smooth but the fingerprint don´t works, i don't know if it gonna fails maybe in the future.

my english still is bad XD
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] lamjiidii1:
excuse me?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] lamjiidii1:
Hello to all

First thing thanks to all for nice/awesome words :)

Here's about bugs you faced guys

* Face Unlock not exist on all A12 ROMs, not just ArrowOS or Cepheus

* Fingerprint doesn´t work: I switched to new FOD hal, so maybe it's not compatible enough

* signature spoofing: it's working now, check last release on arrow website

* dialer/caller: has been fixed, this problem is exist only on that build (11/24)

* ANX camera: not working on all ROMs and all devices, not just Mi 9 So wait until ANX devs fix it

* Black Theme & quick unlock or other features, look Android 12 is still beta and ArrowOS team still adapting it and all things that was on arrow 11 will come to 12 but it's need time

* For Screen OC/75hz try to use custom kernels like Kneip..etc

* yeah NFC not working, it's known bug, if you use it as daily usage try to back to first release

Last but not least, don't expect custom ROMs to work perfectly, I do my best and if there's anything wrong don't blame me

Also use only community dont use community experiment it's bugy or not even booting

Thanks again and see you in another update.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] lois2k8:
Dear @lamjiidii1 ,

I am glad to see A12 still alive on our Mi9. I wanted to ask, what is the best kernel for screen refresh rate of 75 Hz (i use iron kernel V7)? Is there a mod for dual speaker working on A12 ArrowOS? I read about older releases that required though the MIUI system and an older Android.

Thanks!
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] 03jack:
11-01-2022 VANILLA VERSION REVIEW

- Smooth, stable, no freezes, no reboots, no lags

- Battery consumption very good (I think it was a little better -so, exceptional- on the 31/10/2021 build)

- Fingerprint working great, even better than before

- Better system apps than 31/10/2021

- Default dialer still not working: I suggest to disable it, download Google's one and set it as a default app in the settings

- 100% stable, 0% bugs
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] tramix32:
Default dialer is working ;)
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] fraunos:
Hm,

I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but I just flashed this (very promising!) ROM and had following problems:

- can't turn WIFI on

- can't connect USB file transfer

- settings and system ui crashes

I've had LineageOS 17 before (Android 10) so I had to flash new MIUI (from here https://c.mi.com/oc/miuidownload/detail?guide=2) to get new firmware, then I proceeded with the instructions in the main post. I also did flash just the firmware after flashing the ROM (I found the fw here https://xiaomifirmwareupdater.com/firmware/cepheus/).

Did I do anything wrong?

EDIT:

Okay, I found a fix here: https://xdaforums.com/t/rom-11-0-official-cepheus-crdroid-v7-14-22-01-2022.4193489/post-84792329
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] aelfinn:
And how did you get that onto your phone? :oops:
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] fraunos:
This ROM is awesome :) so far, after few days I didn't find anything wrong. Great LineageOS alternative, I'm using Vanilla edition, no gapps. I'm not sure, but it looka like the battery life is better, needa some more testing :)
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] fraunos:
Ok, what I found is I can't use tele and fisheye cameras', just the main ones.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Euphorix97:
Since todays Update my fingerprint sensor seems to have stopped working. Anyone else has the same?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] juansan10:
Hola,

He instalado la nueva actualización de hoy, y no puedo configurar la huella, no la reconoce, si pueden arreglarlo por favor.

Saludos
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] baggino:
me too
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] juansan10:
At the end of the page, new update of February 14.

Release February Release · lamjiidii1/arrow_device_xiaomi_cepheus

GENERAL INFORMATION ROM: ArrowOS Device: Xiaomi Mi 9 Version: 12.0 CHANGELOG Please check commits history. DOWNLOAD The Latest Builds from below NOTE SELinux status is Enforcing SafetyNet passes...

github.com
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] dhie.rose:
How to do that? Can you give me dtbo.img file?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] dr4gony0shi:
Rom is working great, thank you! I just have a single problem with it. I can't use the fingerprint scanner without having to wake up the phone, MIUI allows that
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Rubyurek:
Can someone explain to me what sense it makes to install an unofficial and most likely broken ROM? I can understand it with test smartphones, but not with a smartphone you use every day.

Besides, the title is misleading. With Mi 9 ROM there is no Official ROM. They’re all community ROMs.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Meneldur:
Do you mean in general or this one?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] RealNBB:
Broken what? Have you ever tried this ROM at all?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Lucky-thirteen:
I guess with Mi 9 there are 3 options to choose from:

-Stay on MIUI (the "real" official thing) and accept that there is no more support from Xiaomi. --> easy way

-Buy recent phone--> expensive, wasteful way

-Use custom roms (provided to you for FREE, don't forget that), live with some (minor) issues but being up to date in terms of features, security updates, android versions... --> experimental way

The way you go is just personal preference. Theres no good or bad choice.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] syafiq71:
why i cannot connect my phone via USB to pc after flash rom and firmware? anybody help? but can access only in recovery mode
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] lois2k8:
Hi everyone,

I just installed Android 12.1 on the first build on ArrowOS and lost fingerprint reader. Now it only vibrates but won't light up so no fingerprint is ever recognized. Is it just me?!
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] dead_seth:
Im on crDroid and i want to try this rom..

It says:

Reboot to recovery

Wipe System , Cache, ART Cache and Data

Flash the ROM

Flash firmware

Flash any addons (GApps if needed, Magisk...)

Format data if you are encrypted

Reboot

what firmware? all versions are supported?

XM Firmware Updater

The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.

xiaomifirmwareupdater.com
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] RealNBB:
Here you can find latest firmware:

XM Firmware Updater

The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.

xiaomifirmwareupdater.com
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] dr4gony0shi:
Same here, upgraded from 12.0 march release to 12.1 april release and the fingerprint wont work anymore. It doesn't even light up anymore.

Seems like mobile connection doesn't work too, I can't toggle it on.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] lois2k8:
Lesson learned. I went back to the last 12.0 ("discontinued") Rom from March, and I will not update anymore. It will stay on this Rom until I change phone, sometime next year. Peace!
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] dr4gony0shi:
I switched to CRdroid myself, so far it is a perfect 12.1 rom.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] BobbyESP:
Im in the latest 12.1 GAAPS Release (Arrow-v12.1-cepheus-COMMUNITY-20220430-GAPPS), and i wanted to know when are facial and Fingerprint going to work? If they actually, for me not.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] jack3xt:
How do I change the font?
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] jack3xt:
I already found it
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] jack3xt:
Don't know what to do with it? It's only on Instagram.
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] jack3xt:
Since the new Arrow-v12.1-cepheus-COMMUNITY-20220726-GAPPS system update, bad color display for Facebook and Instagram video🫤
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] jack3xt:
Cool! It works now!👍
[Xiaomi Mi 9 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Raikio:
I used these kernel for my build

Seems to me that all is working :)

thanks "zclkkk"

Needs clean flash if on GAPPS version
[OnePlus Nord 2 5G] dusxmcna:
Hi everybody--

I'm setting my new phone (unlocked.rooted) and I cannot see how some Google Apps can be disabled (I was able to do so on my OnePlus 6T through Settingsd > Apps).

Any ideas/suggextions?

Thx
[OnePlus Nord 2 5G] kkdamion:
uninstall them

look here: https://xdaforums.com/t/debloating-system-apps.4338691/
[OnePlus Nord 2 5G] dusxmcna:
Thx a lot :)
[Touch Cruise General] JediDanny:
Hello all,

Some time after adding my Orbit 2 to my home WiFi last night (it was in my pocket so I didn't see exactly when) it rebooted itself and stayed at a red, green and blue screen (which I now know is the bootloader screen).

I tried a soft and hard reset but it made no difference.

I downloaded RUU_Polaris_O2_UK_3.13.206.0_radio_sign_25.85.30.07_1.59.42.15_Ship and tried to flash the ROM. Before the install, at the part where you click the "Update" button, the "Image Version" label for my device is blank i.e. "Image Version: ". Although it installs to 100% and tells me it's successful it still stays at the bootloader screen.

I tried downloading Hard SPL v2 but it gives me an Update Error code 262. I go through the recovery steps and try again but the same thing happens. Although in the recovery stage when asked to reattach the device it is only recognised if I hard reset. If I power on normally Windows gives the "This device is not recognised..." balloon.

I've searched the forums here for an answer but couldn't find a similar problem (Apologies if I'm wrong and there's a similar thread)

Here's the mtty info 8 information:

--- 2K bytes sector version ---

DEVICE NAME=hynix_hyh0ssj0mf3p

DEVICE ID=0xBA

DEVICE MAKER ID=0xAD

PAGE SIZE=0x800

TOTAL PAGE SIZE=0x840

BLOCK COUNT=0x800

BLOCK PAGE=0x40

Checking block information

BLOCK 2 (0x2) is reversed block

BLOCK 3 (0x3) is reversed block

BLOCK 4 (0x4) is reversed block

BLOCK 5 (0x5) is reversed block

BLOCK 7 (0x7) is reversed block

BLOCK 9 (0x9) is reversed block

BLOCK 12 (0xC) is reversed block

BLOCK 13 (0xD) is reversed block

BLOCK 14 (0xE) is reversed block

BLOCK 15 (0xF) is reversed block

BLOCK 16 (0x10) is reversed block

BLOCK 17 (0x11) is reversed block

BLOCK 18 (0x12) is reversed block

BLOCK 19 (0x13) is reversed block

BLOCK 20 (0x14) is reversed block

BLOCK 647 (0x287) is bad block

BLOCK 1652 (0x674) is bad block

Partition[0], type=0x20, start=0x2, total=0x63E

Partition[1], type=0x23, start=0x640, total=0x780

Partition[2], type=0x25, start=0xDC0, total=0xBA00

Partition[3], type=0x4, start=0xC7C0, total=0xEB00

CE Total Length(with sector info) = 0x6443E00

CE CheckSum Length(without sector info) = 0x63E0000

I've been trying to solve this for the past few hours but now i'm out of ideas.

Thanks for reading and any help is highly appreciated.

Danny
[Touch Cruise General] JediDanny:
Problem Resolved

Hello All,

The solution (At least I think) was to flash the ROM to the latest version and then remove the battery for at least 36 hours. Maybe just leaving it without power would have produced the same results.

When I powered back up the splash screen showed but hung there. I performed a hard reset and the dialog box with the "Hard resetting will remove all information from the device". I clicked yes and it wiped my device. Took about 10 minutes to reboot after that but been fine ever since.

So apart from loss of information all is well again =)

Just thought I'd post incase someone else comes across the same problem in the future.

Cheers,

Danny
[General Questions and Answers] TheWeetek:
Hello.

I have an issue, that my Cubot Quest Lite doesnt shows notifications, that anyone reacted with EMOJI on my message in Facebook messenger - if I open the conversation, I see the emoji reaction on my text, but I dont get the notification.

I mean notification by holding the message and get a windows, where you choose "react, copy, resend and also fast emoji reaction"..

On my other phone, it showes the notification, so I know, that anyone reacted on my message.

On the other phone I have Android 10, but I am not sure, if it might be the problem? That is Ulefone Armor X7 pro

Thanks.

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[Google Pixel 5 Questions & Answers] omartins:
Hello All!

Did anyone manage to configure one-handed mode on A12 using Nova Launcher Prime? I've been digging among the list of activities but didn't succeed...

Thank you!
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] NisseGurra:
I find the screen to a have so-so olephobic layer so looking ab high quality screen protector, any hints?
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] steveroysston:
I searched for a screen protector and it is available on the Gadgetshieldz website! It is a high-quality screen protector and I'm using it for more than 2 years on my other phones!
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] sessingø:
I bought a BioProtect anti reflective protective film and it works pretty great against the reflective screen and fingerprints. The screen does go from shiny to a little mat but i like the look. Was pretty easy to apply too and came with two films.
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] Maxkung465:
This smartdevil film not bad, very ez to install, but It expensive than in thailand(Chinese seller/brand sell overseas to thailand cheaper than AliExpress, it is a normal).
[iQOO Z3] vankavijayendra:
Gcam for iqoo z3
[iQOO Z3] Anurag3100:
Gcam 8.5 works fine with latest features
[Android Head-Units] levishmavis:
Hi all,

I was wondering if it was possible to find the name or a link or anything like that to this launcher, it’s commonly found on mini cooper aftermarket an head units but I’ve had no luck finding it.

thanks Levi :)

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[Galaxy S 5 General] windows4droid:
Great job my friend
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, glad you liked it
[Galaxy S 5 General] fabin65:
hello congratulations excellent complete and easy guide even for beginners, followed it all ok except that the bluetooth does not work you know how I can solve it thanks
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, just tested it again for you.

I can connect to my BT speaker.

You may have to flash again the ROM.
[Galaxy S 5 General] fabin65:
tutto ok grazie
[Galaxy S 5 General] 7105:
How different is the SM-G900I model? Would it be possible to use this method?

Thanks
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, you can follow this tutorial but use according files to your kltekor model: https://xdaforums.com/t/official-lineageos-17-1-for-galaxy-s5-klte-variants.4181821/
[Galaxy S 5 General] fabin65:
hello everyone I noticed that to recharge the battery it takes a long time with the phone off, while with the phone on it can't recharge, does it do it to you too?
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, had no problem charging on and off.

I'm sad I don't know more about this.

Could you tell us when you find out ?

Thx
[Galaxy S 5 General] fabin65:
hello the phone works fine, only I noticed that to recharge the battery it takes many hours with the phone off, if I then try to recharge it with the phone running it cannot recharge the battery, I tried with different cables and chargers but it is always the same .
[Galaxy S 5 General] Rutilicus:
May it work with SM-G900FD?, it is only dual sim. But I dunno
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, with this ROM: https://download.lineageos.org/klteduos
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Thx, I updated tutorial to list compatible models
[Galaxy S 5 General] hkdoublecat:
is there no need to concern about unlock bootloader follow this?
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi,

once OEM unlock option is activated, Samsung phones are totally flashable.

Go ahead !
[Galaxy S 5 General] abduls16:
Hi,

I'm not able to see OEM Unlock option on my S5 - SM-G900W8.

Any idea's?

Thank you.
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, maybe try to flash TWRP in Download mode straight away and keep us informed
[Galaxy S 5 General] abduls16:
Hi thank you for your response and Thank you for the detailed information. I was able to get a Samsung Galaxy S5 - SM-G900W8 to Android 11. I wasn't able to root it, but I think okay without rooting. I mainly needed a newer OS on this device to a few apps compatibility.

When I first looked into upgrading the OS, I got stuck in trying to unlock the boot loader as Fastboot just wasn't seeing the device. ADB would see it, but fastboot commands wouldn't work. I then came across this post and gave it a shot which worked out for me.

Being a newbie and getting to this stage with all your help...feels great!...

Thank you all!
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi,

Samsung devices are great because of Download mode. You nearly cannot hard brick it.

With Samsung, you don't need fastboot and adb things.

Just use Odin and TWRP

Enjoy
[Galaxy S 5 General] Salaam Khaan:
Hi.

I have galaxy S5 SM-G900F

Android 6

with twrp 3.3

Rooted with BETA-SuperSU-v2.68-20160228150503.zip

I need android 10 or 11 rom.

Please suggest me correct files and method.

Thank you
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, you can follow whole tutorial except that for TWRP, download it in .img format from twrpe.me and from TWRP > Install > Image > twrp.img

Then follow tuto and enjoy Android 11
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
tutorial updated
[Galaxy S 5 General] superfly86:
anyone tried with g900x ? whatever soft I try to install and 6 or and5 it hangs on samsung logo and doesn't proceedf to configure screen
[Galaxy S 5 General] arnirx:
Have you tried Wiping as the tutorial explains and also flashing ROM, Magisk and Gapps at the same time using TWRP? I had to do it twice with my SM-G900V because as soon as the system loaded it immediately turned off the phone.
[Galaxy S 5 General] arnirx:
Thank you so much for the tutorial I was able to install it to my SM- G900V after a couple of tries!!!.

The only issue I have now is: I don't know how to unlock my SIM so I can use with another carrier. Any HOWTO/ TUTORIAL for this?

When I had my Galaxy S I, I remember I just changed modem using ODIN. I do not know if that is the solution to unlock for a different carrier in this phone.
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi,

normaly you must desimlock before flashing new ROM.

You should call your network provider (Orange, AT&T ...). With some operators you just have to enter your IMEI online to get your unlock code.
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Don't follow the guide, when the phone version is

SM-G900f ?
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Soooorry.

Of course G900F is compatible !

I fix it right now
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Cool, the phone has TWRP now, maybe it will work, thank you !
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
You may try Lineage OS 20 unofficial (Android 13) but not sure if NFC payment is working
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
I'm happy the OS installed and there's a backup of the four things to backup. TWRP is still in read only mode is that bad ?
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi.

Shtdown phone.

Boot to Recovery, normaly you should be able to swipe to allow /system modifications
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Hi,

Did anybody else have the problem when the browser wont find a "download location" " no download location available" and won't download files ? Tried with different browsers, no luck. Same with google drive, to transfer bigger photos that can't be sent by email. It might show the download in the notification but then there is no file in downloads or near that folder.
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi,

- Did you check browser permissions ? (access to files ...)

- Did you try another browser ?
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Thx for answering back. Yes did that, replies "no device storage location available" . Same for camera/ galery. It happened after reinstalling (TWRP, wipe data, reinstall .zip.) but didn't format, will try to format first maybe it will work
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Sorry the issue wasnt the os but i did something wrong, I use crdroid with android 10, still trying to fix.

Edit; I forgot one step before reinstalling, that was I forgot to format, now I can install apps like normal from browser so I think it is working now. Will try to install stuff without google on the phone :)
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Yes, it looks like.

Keep us informed
[Galaxy S 5 General] nhaabored:
Could I trust aero Instagram from this source : https://aeroinsta.com/download-insta-aero/package-1/?lang=en ?
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi, you are not at the right place
[Galaxy S 5 General] alnevex:
Thanks for a great tutorial I followed this and now have Lineage 19 running on my Galaxy S5 G900f but I made a MISTAKE and allowed phone to reboot too early.

I have flashed with lineage and magisk but then rebooted phone before finishing the instructions.

(Go to Reboot > Recovery.

Back to Install > gapps*.zip.

Then tap Wipe cache/dalvik, swipe to confirm,

then Reboot System.

Wait for the phone to boot during 5 minutes.)

now when I try to load TWRP i can only access down load mode.

Any suggestions on how I can fix this is there a way to wipe the partitions etc..

I am a total noob so sorry if this has been answered in a previous thread but my searches over the last couple of hours have not been sucessful.
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Hi.

Reboot to recovery, format all partitions.

Restart fresh.
[Galaxy S 5 General] alnevex:
the problem i have is that i can't reboot to recovery only into odin mode.

When i press volume + home and power i cant access TWRP recovery.

have been looking for a solution to this for hours now so thanks for your response.

I flashed the Lineage19 plus magisk then got totally con fused. I do have a full TWRP backup but Not much use if I can't use twrp in recovery. followed everything and was doing great up till it says go to reboot>recovery,

i didn't follow the steps from there so now twrp doesn't respond.

sorry but i know this is a noob mistake just want to save the day if at all possible.
[Galaxy S 5 General] djibe89:
Sutdown phone.

Hold Power + Volume+ + Menu for 3 seconds and release.

If it doesn't work, flash TWRP again from Odin with Download mode.
[Galaxy S 5 General] alnevex:
Thanks for getting back to me again. I had tried this and flashed sucessfully with twrp-3.7.0_9-0-klte.img but still couldn't get past Odin download mode.

So instead I flashed with the stock firmware for my device via Odin, then followed the tutorial again but didn't add Magisk and I have no idea how to use adb etc... Plus I was unsure about versions etc... So just Flashed with the lineage19 and Gapps and everything seems to be running fine.

Want to try android 13 next but the current which I did try [ lineage-20.0-20230215-UNOFFICIAL-ks01ltexx ]

which I downloaded returned an error, probably because I have wrong version (ks01ltexx?) , Total noob but I am happy that for now my phone is able to access google play and apps are downloading. Camera works though very basic, bluetooth, wifi, dialler etc.. all good.

Thankyou for taking time to help a noob and for your great work.

So it looks like my dilemma is solved for now.