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[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
My bad. I think I initially misunderstood your issue.

The Scepter 8 actually has two fastboot modes: a primary and a secondary fallback. The primary was blocked by the manufacturer to prevent OEM unlocking; luckily, they didn't think to restrict fallback mode. But to my point: As you likely already know, flashing a GSI image does not involve modifying sensitive or protected partitions, but typically only the /system partition. Since the Scepter 8's /system partition is encompassed within super.img, you may have corrupted the dynamic index. But, AllWinner devices are strikingly similar to MediaTek devices in terms of the failsafe download mode -- it is nearly impossible to hard brick either device type. For example, you could intentionally corrupt your entire partition index and the PhoenixSuit flashing protocol would restore your tablet. I realize you know your way around Android. You mentioned a blank screen and a dim backlight. It sounds like you have successfully booted into Download Mode. Are you 100% certain your device drivers are correctly installed? With your device in Download Mode and connected to your computer, what does Windows Device Manager recognize your device as? If Device Manager shows it as Unknown Device under the heading of Platform Devices, the driver needs to be manually updated.

Update: for the sake of clarity, I intentionally hard-bricked my tablet using Python command lines, by fully corrupting my partition table and wiping my primary bootloader partition (zero-ing). PhoenixSuit was nevertheless able to recognize and fully restore my device with the v9 firmware image, by manually entering Download Mode from a powered-off state.
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
I'm not sure if Windows would recognize it or not, I don't have a Windows installation on anything in my house. I'll see what Linux recognizes the device as sometime tomorrow. Of PhoenixSuite is the only option of restoring it to a bootable state then I'll likely wait on spinning a VM up until there's more active development first. That is good to hear tho. I'm mostly looking toward to more mainline work being done on the a100 as I think it would make a neat little Linux tablet with PostmarketOS & sxmo.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
@J-Mizzle,

I'm definitely inclined to agree with you. AllWinner's newest line of A-series chips, including the A100, A133, A200 and others, are solid entry level platforms, with potential for custom development. Interestingly, I just got ahold of a Hyundai HyTab Plus 7" with the A100. It has 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. Hot Pepper Mobile took the inexpensive route by implementing the least possible hardware specs on the Scepter 8. The A100 is capable of much more, as is evidenced by the HyTab Plus. It has no lag and is surprisingly smooth for a budget tab.
[Android General] samiej927:
does anyone know how to bypass the frp lock on this tablet? need some help please
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Is your bootloader unlocked? If so,

fastboot erase frp

If not, this tutorial should get you past the frp lock.
[Android General] samiej927:
No I was just giving this tablet last night and I'm trying to bypass the FRP lock that is on it so I can unlock the bootloader and whatnot
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
EDIT: "Allwinner Technology sunxi SoC OTG connector in FEL/flashing mode" is now listed after running lsusb command. So it appears Linux does at least detect it in download mode.

Late response but Linux doesn't seem to detect the tablet as anything. It does continuosly power cycle when connected via usb. So whenever more progress is made I'll need to find a Windows installation to see if pheonix suite detects and allows me to fix it.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
If you do a Windows setup, use the PhoenixUSBPro v4.0.0 tool. It can recognize and flash your device in a powered-off state. Here are instructions

How to flash or install Stock ROM (firmware) using Phoenix USB Pro

Step-by-Step guidelines to Flash (.img) Stock Rom or Custom Rom on any Android Device using Phoenix USB Pro Tool.

androidmtk.com
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Try this
[Android General] samiej927:
i just bypassed it about an hour ago lol i had a busy day yesterday. the first video u sent me helped me out alot so thanks i appreciate it
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Good

Glad you bypassed it. We need a guide on bypassing FRP on this tablet. Did you follow that first video exactly? Did you have to do anything at all differently? Thanks
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
unfortunately my only working computer is an old MacBook a1181 running Linux and I think setting up a Windows VM on it would cause it to become unusable. So I'll need to either wait and hope a method that will work under Linux comes out or hope I stumble upon a Windows machine I'm able to use.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
I understand. Perhaps you can borrow a Windows machine for long enough to restore your device firmware. In any event, keep me posted on your progress and feel free to contact me if you need any guidance on the procedure. On the other note, I have had several members say that using Linux was much less problematic than Windows regarding drivers and device recognition issues. With that said, have you considered Livesuit for Mac to flash the firmware. All these tools like PhoenixUSBPro, PhoenixCard, PhoenixSuit and Livesuit essentially perform the same task -- flashing firmware to Allwinner-based devices. Here's a link to the Mac version of Livesuit v3.05 https://www.mediafire.com/file/9k9x2bns81l6g11/LiveSuitV305_For_MacOS.zip/file

Here is a full guide on using Livesuit https://androidmtk.com/flash-stock-rom-using-livesuit

I realize you didn't have any luck on PhoenixSuit, but maybe give this a try. Can't hurt.
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
I'm running EndeavourOS (Linux distro based on Arch) on the MacBook. Looks like I may be able to get it working under Linux tho if the link below is what I would need?

GitHub - linux-sunxi/sunxi-livesuite: All in one repo for the LiveSuit tool, to take some of the pain outof using this.

All in one repo for the LiveSuit tool, to take some of the pain outof using this. - linux-sunxi/sunxi-livesuite

github.com
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Yeah that looks correct. You can also get Livesuit for 32 & 64-bit Linux here https://androidmtk.com/download-livesuit-all-versions

And the full guide for flashing firmware with Livesuit is here https://androidmtk.com/flash-stock-rom-using-livesuit
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
Process at 45% & estimated 3 minutes to finish. So you may need to add a note about this to your post for any other Linux users.

EDIT: successful, just finished booting.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
The firmware restoration guide s strictly Windows-based, as I emphasized in the opening of the thread. Therefore, while I cannot make note of procedures carried out on other operating system platforms in the OP, I am thankful to you and the other Linux users who have given feedback on your experiences. It is your feedback and input that will help other Linux users.

And glad you got your tablet restored. Nice work. By the way, I meant to ask, is EndeavorOS similar to Ubuntu?
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
It's similar due to it also being Linux. Ubuntu uses Debian as a base. EndeavorOS is an Arch based distro, so closer to Manjaro for example. I was running Manjaro but this MacBook a1181 is my only working system right now aside from my Pinephone, so I wanted something more slim when I upgraded the ram and drive to an SSD. EndeavorOS was what I decided to try due to it also being Arch based as I've gotten so used to using pacman vs apt or something else.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Sounds interesting. Im definitely going to check it out. I am wanting to run dual boot on my laptop with standard Windows 11 and a good Linux distro, whereas I have an option to boot into either OS from power up. EndeavorsOS sounds like a good choice from what I've read on it and what you've told me. Thanks for the info .
[Android General] J-Mizzle:
Lots of info for Arch is available, which should all be applicable to EndeavourOS as it is basically Arch with an easy graphical installer. So lightweight and finding info to fix most anything that may go wrong should be simple to find. PostmaketOS on my Pinephone has got me wanting to give it's base Alpine Linux a peak. I suppose this is getting off topic tho. One last tid, Budgie paired with Plank has made for a good looking and enjoyable setup with EndeavorOS.
[Android General] Alkuam:
Out of curiosity, why windows 11 rather than 10? I don't think I've heard any good about 11 yet.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Windows 11 isn't bad, despite all the negativity surrounding it. Plus it has native support for Android APKs, which is one of the main reasons I use it.
[Android General] Alkuam:
Forgot about the apk support.

I only changed to windows 10 last year, and that was because some of my new hardware wasn't supported in 7 without some workarounds that seemed hit & miss with the results.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
Windows 11, as you probably know, has several prerequisites related to hardware and specs: your computer must have a TPM (Trusted Platform Module), Secure Boot enabled, meet the threshold on CPU clock speed and total RAM, and your actual CPU must be on a supported list, just to name a few of the requirements. Luckily, there is a Windows 11 ISO installer available at GitHub which bypasses most of the hardware and specs checks.

On Android APKs, support is presently confined to only the apps hosted by the Amazon App Store. But, of course, sideloading can be done with just a little preparation.
[Android General] deceit:
The v9 firmware link is dead, does anyone have an alternative link?
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
The v9 link has been fixed.
[Android General] deceit:
thanks for the quick response!

edit: my tablet has a firmware version of v7, would that be of any interest to you before i flash this?
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
I would like to have the v7 firmware if you can dump yours.
[Android General] Vixxen Morningstar:
The MDF_Scepter8Tablet_V6_1202.img is not working for me, windows is saying that it is courpted
[Android General] Vixxen Morningstar:
Ok I just reimage it and my screen is just loading up as a black screen with white lines. I used the v6.img with PhoenixUSBPro 4.0.0. Now im trying to use the v9 img
[Android General] Vixxen Morningstar:
Ok I think V9 Bricked it.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
That's why I listed a warning in the firmware restoration thread about v6. It is for experimentation only. If you downgrade your Scepter 8, it doesn't play nice. You will need to flash the V9 package.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
@Vixxen Morningstar, did you get your tablet restored with the V9 firmware? If you haven't already visited it, follow the restoration guide I posted here https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-firmw...firmware-restoration-upgrading-guide.4412585/

It's important to select the full format option using the Phoenix flash tool when prompted. This ensures a full stock restoration.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
I would like to ask for some community feedback on me adding instructions for a Linux setup in addition to the present Windows-based guide. If there are any members who want a Linux method added, leave a comment requesting it. For Windows users who want a Linux guide, I will provide an outline for a Linux live boot protocol known as FWUL (Forget Windows Use Linux), which can simply be booted from a disk or thumb drive. Thanks in advance for your feedback. Linux pretty much solves all device recognition issues like many experience with Windows. ADB, Fastboot and USB device drivers are already integrated into Linux, so no additional drivers need be installed.
[Android General] mdtryme:
Would very much appreciate a Linux tutorial in place of using Phoenix USB 4.0.0. I have 4 of these tablets and would like to continue were I just had to stop after we unlocked the bootloader things were working out felt like I was on a mission then comes the bomb I don't use windows anymore call me paranoid.you're awsome be waiting on broken glass so if get the time to put Linux on point for this your the man.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
I'll be putting a guide together for a Linux-based procedure.
[Android General] Gborg3:
I still need to flash and root my tablet but dealing with windows made me nearly swear off ever using a computer again. Linux does look like a much better option I need to familiarize myself with. FWUL here I come!
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
FWUL for Windows is an extraordinary tool for a multitude of Android procedures. First, it automatically recognizes fastboot mode, ADB mode, BROM mode, etc., without the need to install USB device drivers. Second, its easy to use interface totally caters to new or inexperienced users. I'm working on a full thread now, so I hope to have it posted by late tomorrow afternoon or evening.
[Android General] mdtryme:
Thanx. I was tottaly into like a book you just cant put down when i hit that windows deal breaker have 7 or 8 computers around me all some form of linux.
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
I'm presently doing a firmware restoration on my own Scepter 8 using FWUL, for purposes of outlining each and every step with accuracy. I'm glad to hear there are members wanting a Linux distro method.

Here is the XDA thread for FWUL. https://xdaforums.com/t/live-iso-fw...-installation-and-driver-issues-v3-2.3526755/

If you want to go ahead and get a feel of it, follow the instructions in the link and create a live boot device.
[Android General] SunSlide:
Don't know if this interest anybody but I currently have linageos up and running on this device. Was wondering if maybe you could enlighten me on something. The instructions I was following instructed me to use a 'fastboot -w' to wipe the user and cache partition after flashing. The device responded with an error that indicated I didn't have permission to write that partition. Any clue about how to fix that that?
[Android General] Duhjoker:
what was the whole error can you screen shot it
[Android General] SunSlide:
I thought it was permissions, I had to rerun it to get the out put but it just says it failed.

[me@GreenArchDragon]$: fastboot devices

MD2112AP12067069 fastboot

[me@GreenArchDragon]$: fastboot reboot

Rebooting OKAY [ 0.001s]

Finished. Total time: 0.051s

[me@GreenArchDragon]$: fastboot

fastboot: usage: no command

[me@GreenArchDragon]$: fastboot devices

MD2112AP12067069 fastboot

[me@GreenArchDragon]$: fastboot -w

Erasing 'userdata' FAILED (remote: 'Erasing failed')

fastboot: error: Command failed

Thanks!
[Android General] jayleemcnabb81:
The V9 link is dead. Please repost.

Thanks
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
There is no v9 firmware link in the OP. You're in the wrong thread. The firmware thread is here and the v9 link works fine.

https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-firmw...firmware-restoration-upgrading-guide.4412585/
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
@SunSlide I just finished researching the info you provided. I have to say I'm perplexed. I just flashed my own device using PhoenixUSB Pro v4.0.0. This is a shot of the flashing status:

And this is Device Manager during the time of the flashing process.

So your driver is 100% correct. The issue therefore comes down to either the physical USB port you are using or the USB data sync cable you are using. I can see no other explanation. Have you tried changing ports/cables?
[Android General] SunSlide:
Hmm :/. I mean, i was using my laptop to begin with and it has two ports i tried + at least 1 on my desktop. I read something about usb 3 causing problems so i switched to using my usb 2 ports. Ive tried at least three different usb cables that will flash the device using the other method. The pic i sent you was a fresh install of windows server that i installed spacificly for trying the flash on my desktop last night. Which is a different flavor of windows then whats on my laptop but it behaived ezactly the same.

Wouldnt have anything todo with computer cpu brand? All mine are AMD. I almost wanna say i seen something about it when trying to install the dkms module for livesuite on linux but maybe not.

I dunno, learning about this FEL flashing mode opens the door to some playing. I had found a website outlining the tools and what not, to use while in fel mode. It also included a tool to play with the partitions :). If i figure something out ill let ya know.

Thanks for your time and effort viva!
[Android General] Viva La Android R.I.P.:
No problem my friend. Hopefully we can get this figured out. I am running an AMD myself. And I've had previous problems myself using USB 3.0/3.1. I have a feeling this may be something simple that you and I have perhaps both overlooked. I'll continue to research this issue and see if others have encountered something similar. I believe the FEL mode is Allwinner's proprietary name for utilizing the general BROM mode to boot by way of a UBOOT protocol With MediaTek it's called BROM trace; with Qualcomm it's EDL QLoader mode, etc. Anyway I'll continue to research this.
[Android General] rupe01:
Just a thought....i, too, have around 10 various laptops around me for various different Linux OS testing, but i always keep at least one or two with the free Win 10 OS installed just for these occasions when you need to use a tool that only works on Windows. I hate to need it but it does help for these occasions and comes free.
[Samsung Galaxy A51 Questions & Answers] bobcov:
Dropped the phone, screen is dead, but the phone is alive. It responds to usb keyboard (and probably mouse), but I cannot see what it is doing. I was clicking and hitting enter randomly and managed to get it to take pictures and to start playing music. What I need to be able to do is click Yes when google sends a verification alert because I am trying to sign in on another phone. Thus, I want to get video output. I saw one reference which said VGA works, but I have not seen it anywhere else and I do not want to open up this $65 ubc-c hub with vga/hdmi/ethernet/usb on it if there's no chance. I'll take it back to the store without a problem if it is unopened...
[Samsung Galaxy A51 Questions & Answers] Trebor76:
if you have windows or linux research scrcpy on github. its an amazing tool i use daily, cause i dont think i can get dex on this a51.

GitHub - Genymobile/scrcpy: Display and control your Android device

Display and control your Android device. Contribute to Genymobile/scrcpy development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bertybassett99:
HI XDA folks,

So i wanted to get my kids a budget tablet for christmas, but not junk. Something that would be ok. Now for me Android needs atleast 2gb RAM. All of the devices i have tried with 1GB of RAM are slow as hell.

https://venturer.com/product/venturer-voyager-7-android-tablet/ The device is from ventuer which is a rebrand of RCA which is also Alco. So there are a few devices on XDA already.

It as 10 Go and is ok for its spec. But i know from my own experiences tinkering with Dev options and Build prop etc, different Firmware I know it can be made smoother. It has the full google suite for starters...

Anyways, I installed Android Assitant which gave me this information.

So a bit of info.

Model = VCT9F78Q22EU

Android = 10 (go version)

brand = Venturer

Manufacturer = Alco

board= tb8168p1_bsp

Hardware= mt8168

4 cores 2ghz each, armeabi-v7A, armeabi

MediaTek MT8168 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the MediaTek MT8168

www.notebookcheck.net

Mediatek SOC

Anyways, any one come across this device so far? Any chance of rooting?

Regards

Berty

1024x600 res, 160 dpi, 55hz refresh,

2gb RAM 16Gb of storage leaving 11.65gb to works with. comes with SD slot
[Eee Pad Transformer Themes and Apps] Fjcnd:
Well optimized For Tegra T20

download: mcpe-for-tf101.apk
[OnePlus 9 Pro] ag43:
hi

I've received from work oneplus 9 pro. in my country it is legal to record calls so the option is there in the dialer.

i want to automatically record all calls without the need to manually press a button in each call.

how can i do it? this is a work phone, i can't root it.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] toolhas4degrees:
There are other apps like this. Doesn't use root.

Call Recorder - Cube ACR - Apps on Google Play

Call recorder, Record phone calls, Signal, WhatsApp, Viber, Call recording app

play.google.com
[OnePlus 9 Pro] ag43:
i've already tried another ACR app and it didn't work. i'll try the one you linked to. thanks!

edit:

tried it. all recording modes either failing or not recording.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] ag43:
also tried joneplus tools. still no auto cal recording
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] Orbiter87:
I have WM6.1 and i want to downgrade it to WM5...

H O W ? ! ? ! ? ! :confused:
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] orb3000:
READ the wiki
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] Orbiter87:
I am reading wiki constantly! I found only ShellTool... I don't know is it right software for downgrade, but only thing that i know is that i don't know to use it! :p

I read manual and and i really don't get what to do... :confused:
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] orb3000:
As far I understand it´s the same process, just flash the ROM you want and should be ok

Of course I´m not the expert, perhaps a master can correct me or give you a bettter way to do it

Good luck
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] kecido:
orb3000 is right, just reflash your device and it should be fine.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] 12nala34:
With PPC is not like with for example routers. You can simple install every ROM dedicated for your device. Remember to remove cards form pocket before you start flashing...

12nala34