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[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Larakali:
I just bought the Google One Sub for 2 Euros and im trying to convince them to give me the Firmware by saying my phone is briked... wish me luck.

Argh. They want me to do some steps.

if someone else wants to try this go ahead.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Good news from @DespairFactor:

Added thanks, I knew I likely forgot some people.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Larakali:
Okay so apparently they dont wanna give this Info out.

Also the Bootloader Unlocked message is annoying asf...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Agreed, always has been. I just get used to it, along with no MicroSD slot, no headphone jack...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Guys, chill! The factory image will be uploaded tomorrow. Just unlock your bootloader and wait until tomorrow to root and set up your device.

In the meantime, just play around with it, take pictures, test how the signal is compared to the 6 Pro, etc.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Larakali:
Im not gonna waste hours on setting it up to then wipe it again.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
If you already unlocked the bootloader, there's no need to wipe it again.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Larakali:
custom rom that is
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Now we have to wait for Android 13 support, but...

TWRP 3.7.0 lands with long-awaited Android 12 support and various other fixes

The Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP) has been updated to version 3.7.0 with Android 12 support and many other improvements. Read on!

www.xda-developers.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Noticed no Pixel 6 support for Android 12 (I know, I know, this is a Pixel 7 thread 🤪).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I swear another developer told me that you were going to maintain TWRP for the Pixel 6/Pro. ;)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] NepoRood:
You do realize that your "Netflix issue" is YOUR fault, right?

:ROFLMAO:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Yep, they learned some information they weren't aware of regarding when the factory image normally gets released with a new product.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Hmm...

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1580277537648758784
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] viper8u2:
I too am getting this, did you figure out how to update? Is it to uninstall Magisck, take the update then re-root? Not sure what the update is, I have P7 Pro unlocked version I got from Google, using the non VZW version. It is a 7.24 MB update. annoying getting the "Couldn't install system update" message in the notification area
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Misterxtc:
I flashed back to stock with a wipe, took the update and then disabled verification, rooted and flashed the kernel. Now the update doesn't come back. It's a pain but it worked for me.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] mad4some:
I haven't updated yet but probably this weekend with Pixel Flasher. I was able to stop getting the update attempts from google by freezing "Dynamic System Updates 13" in titanium backup (yes, it still works great for freezing stuff).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] viper8u2:
good to know, I still have TB installed along with Swift Backup. Thanks for the reply

*edit, I just froze that and rebooted and still get the "couldn't install system update" notification uggh
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
If you are rooted you need to flash the stock init_boot.img to unroot, then take the update and then re-root if desired. Being rooted causes the update to fail (in most circumstances).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] mad4some:
I can't remember anything else I might have done, maybe wait a day and see if it stops.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Really? Titanium Backup doesn't even open on my P7P: it just FC every time I try to launch it...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] viper8u2:
I just tried to online flash to nov, booted to stock and update still fails.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Misterxtc:
I downloaded the full update and the ota. I did the flash all first booted and did a quick setup and then rebooted to recovery to push the ota, then I did the update that is being pushed to us. Sometimes I have to turn off my WiFi and use data only to connect to certain Google services so you might want to try that first. The update is only a few meg but it takes forever to install.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] whitewallman:
Are you referring to an update being pushed since the November (TD1A.221105.003) update?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Misterxtc:
Maybe not because the one I downloaded is .001 now I am .003.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] mad4some:
Strange....I have other apps that worked on previous phone but now only do the same thing (instantly force close). I restored apps with Swift and have been wondering if the 64/32 bit thing is causing these issues?

edit: this might be getting too off topic, as I have posted in another thread about app opening issues...... 🤷‍♂️
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tbv2005:
Same here with most apps restored via TB. Coming from android 12. Clearing data for app helps, but then the whole purpose of the backup is gone
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] sensation4gking:
I know Verizon variant is a no go but is someone at least trying to get it unlocked?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] ffuser1:
verizon phones will never be unlocked. look at any other phone threads and you'll see that there has been no progress in years

Titanium Backup does not work for backing up/restoring apps anymore. It works great for freezing apps though. If it FCs, try clearing data/cache.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] JakeDHS07:
.003 is the Verizon specific November update. If you look at the images on Google's uploads they are labeled
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Misterxtc:
I saw that already and flashed before I posted it but the OTA pushed to the phone regardless of what firmware I flashed.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] sensation4gking:
My HTC 10 and Galaxy S10 both got Verizon unlocked. It took around a year+ but it did get bootloader unlocked. Might be very hard but I wouldn't say never.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] ffuser1:
I had the HTC 10 also, but I'm talking about current smartphones. If someone is looking to unlock their bootloader on a Verizon phone made after 2020, they will be disappointed.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
@wr3cckl3ss1 is working very hard on it...

I'm unsure how far he's gotten, although I have high major doubts it will ever be achievable...

but he acknowledges how seemingly impossible it is and is still willing to keep going at it...

you can see a bit of how he's progressing HERE and HERE
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] wr3cckl3ss1:
Sorry I've been kind of quiet around here but I'm still at it....trying various things and also working with a few guys. But....i have reached a little bit of progress but on a different scale. As you know...magisk patches init_boot.....and you can only flash with an unlocked bootloader.....but there's one option that doesn't require it.....OTA (sideload OTA)....so far...I've been able to unpack alot of the firmware and even have a patched init_boot inside the payload folder.....if I can find a way to correctly repack that payload folder into payload.bin....then altogether repack and get an update.zip....then I can try to see if it would work....sounds kind of far fetched but I'm trying to stay positive. I feel close in a way but still far....I'll keep pushing until a solution is solved by me or someone else. It's only a matter of time before this cracks or DirtyCred Android PoC comes out and hopefully covers this kernel...and here we go....at least root....then the real fun can start trying to reverse the packages and crack the two java packages that are responsible for maintaining that OEM toggle off. Another thing.....i know talking about certain apps....are against the rules but LuckyPatcher. Does anyone here have an idea of who makes it or develops it. Reason Im asking is because LP patches Play Services...well on VZW Pixel 7 Pro...the only package that has OEM perms to manage or set OEM is "com.google.android.gms"....that's another road i would like to drive down and see how maybe patching Play services and/or modifying Play services to a vulnerable state where a shell user can ultimately use "run-as" or maybe change context to one of play services.....just a few things I'm working on right now. As well as this S22 Ultra US Version. Big things coming soon. No root yet but at least I can say...I can modify things inside /data/system....like make an app a system-trusted app and it persist. Stay tuned folks. I'm still working.... 😁😁😁
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] sensation4gking:
Glad to know you are working on it!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jmac052002:
so does anyone know if theres any possibilty at all to unlock the bootloader on my pixel 7 pro bootloader on my t-mobile variant that im about to be receiving from UPS in about a day or so from now even though i wont have it completely paid off when i receive the device? Actually nevermind I spoke with T mobile and all they did was ask me to pay 48 bucks which is two more payments on the device and there going to unlock me in 48 to 72 hours!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jmac052002:
yeah i have the snapdragon s21 ultra verizon and afaneh who is awesome can unlock it and so i thought i wouldve been screwed but they get unlock tokens through samsung and they can unlock verizons and many other carriers...sorry just thought id throw that in there. there is hope more than we realize sometimes even with the asshole policies at verizon.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Hondroid:
I'm currently rooted/magidkd on the original firmware that came on my 7 Pro. What's the best method to update to the recent firmware update?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Sib64:
Follow this process that I have used to update my P7 Pro : it's from this post writing by @roirraW "edor" ehT

need a new version of Magisk Stable, Beta, or Canary from GitHub to work correctly. XDA forum for Magisk is here.

Launch the Magisk app.

Beside "Magisk", click "Install".

Click "Select and Patch a File", and choose the init_boot.img that you just copied to the phone's storage.

Copy the Magisk'd init_boot.img (filename similar to magisk_patched-25200_1a2B3c.img)back over to the computer.

Open a Command Prompt and navigate to the platform-tools folder.

Run command:

Code:

adb reboot bootloader

After phone has rebooted into Bootloader (Fastboot) mode, run command:

Code:

fastboot flash init_boot magisk_patched-25200_1a2B3c.img

fastboot reboot

Confirm that the phone boots completely normally.

Cautiously re-enable Magisk Modules.

Reboot.

Confirm everything worked fine.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
If you want to keep root instead of re-rooting, Pixel Flasher is probably the easiest way to update your firmware.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Neuken6969:
Question to all, I use a custom kernel. It has ad blocking baked in. I don't need that or want that ( yes should have read the kernel description better ) to get back to stick kernel I can just reflash my magisk patched init_boot?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] w9909989:
IF SOMEONE HAVE ROOT PROBLEM WITH (init_boot) not found)

LOOK AT THIS.

fastboot flash init_boot_X XXXX.IMG (X mean ur active solt）

ITS WORK FOR ME

again falsh to solt A or slot B。
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
How do I know which image to use for my T-Mobile branded Pixel 7 pro?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
The most current is the November .001 it's a global OTA. Which is what you should use on T-Mobile network. The other two OTA's for November are network specific for Verizon and Telia.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Added to Post #2 - Unlocking Bootloader / Rooting / Updating | SafetyNet | ADB/Fastboot & Windows USB Drivers:

SafetyNet

Thanks!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
TMobile said they sim unlocked me but the phone won't show it until I try another providers sim. Is that a fact and is there a way around that? I don't have another provider sim.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
It's not guaranteed to work from my understanding. I'm pretty sure you need another providers SIM in it and then factory reset the phone and cross your fingers. You could try borrowing a friend's or get one from a local retail store. I purchased my P7P straight from Google so I didn't have to do the SIM stuff. Take a look at this discussion here
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
It won't show the SIM unlock but it should show in the now toggleable bootloader switch.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Oem unlock?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Yeah. You should be able to toggle it once the SIM lock is gone.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Yes, I can toggle. In fastboot still says locked. Does that matter?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Fastboot is going to say locked until you do fastboot flashing unlock (which once done will of course wipe your phone so take a backup if you choose to go through with it).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
What backup tool do we use before root? I have always used titanium backup but it only works for rooted devices.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] synesthete:
In recent versions of Android, I don't think you can reliably backup all app data. Android's built-in backup does a good job of backing up most system settings and things. It will backup google apps and app data. It backs up apps installed from the Play store (not necessarily their data though). Some 3rd party app data will be backed up if it is programmed to. ADB has a backup command, but it is now unsupported and unreliable. Swift Backup is a tool that will backup just about everything if you are rooted. You can use it unrooted to backup the APK files of your apps, but not the app data. It can backup locally or to the cloud. Titanium Backup is no longer updated or supported, so it might not be reliable even with root.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
yep, this is the answer right here.

Google backup to your Google Drive is the way I always do it and then I hook the phone up to the computer and use adb pull /sdcard to get the things actually in storage.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Cant unlock bootloader. I have done the cmd and it acts like it is doing something but nothing happens, no reboot no wipe nothing cmd runs scripts. device state is still locked.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Make sure your platform tools are up to date.

SDK Platform Tools release notes | Android Studio | Android Developers

Android SDK Platform-Tools is a component for the Android SDK.

developer.android.com

Make sure your drivers are correct as well.

Get the Google USB Driver | Android Studio | Android Developers

The Google USB Driver is required to perform adb debugging on Windows with Google devices.

developer.android.com

Make sure you check your system for any older copies of fastboot that may be in your PATH variables.

If you have toggled the switch, the bootloader can be unlocked, so it's something else that's causing the issue.

Just to be clear, you are checking the screen after issuing the command right? You have to actually interact with the phone to unlock the bootloader.

Also, the command is fastboot flashing unlock now if you're used to fastboot oem unlock on previous devices.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
I will remove anything from my computer from my previous attempts and start new. My phone screen never changes. And I have tried many different cables. Where should I put them? What is my path?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Set PATH and other environment variables in Windows 10

How to set PATH variable and other SYSTEM and USER environment variables in Windows 10 from Advanced System Settings and also from Command line,

www.opentechguides.com

Make sure that you don't have more than one folder with fastboot in it there or they'll conflict with each other.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] CZ Eddie:
Cool app, thanks for posting about it.

Just FYI, the Google Clock got a GUI update in November and it's a better app than it used to be.

edit: I run some beta google apps, not sure if this one is beta or not.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome! I generally don't run Beta versions these days, but I honestly get lost keeping track of what's new in various apps. :) I see what you mean now about the different GUI, especially for timers, although I'll still only be using Google's timer as a quick, rare exception.

I was very glad to notice Google Clock added the ability to schedule alarms for particular date(s), which is definitely a feature I was missing, even though there were other ways I could achieve something similar (Calendar, et cetera).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
No go. Same result. It goes through the process but nothing changes. Any ideas? Windows 11 newish laptop and worked with oneplus 10 pro.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
What does cmd say when you run the fastboot flashing unlock command?

What does it say when you type fastboot devices in cmd?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
Looks like it's not recognizing the command. Does device manager show Android bootloader interface when in fastboot mode?

I had a similar issue when I unlocked mine. I updated my android sdk but it still wasn't recognizing the command. I ended up deleting the fastboot.exe from platform tools folder and just clicked and dragged it in from the sdk download
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] cmh714:
I have several pages of options for fastboot. Are you sure you are using the latest platform tools?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
no, im not sure of anything yet. Im just trying everything you all are helping me with. If you have a link to the absolute most updated stuff,I would love to have it please.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] cmh714:
here ya go: https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
As @cmh714 said if your platform tools isn't updated to the most current then the fastboot.exe won't work and issue the bootloader unlock command
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
I am not sure where to get the most up-to-date stuff. I thought I had it, but I am not sure now.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I don't know if anyone has already posted this. Just interesting for those who take OTAs:

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1598027798114930712
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Yes it shows Android bootloader interface.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
Mine did too. Have you tried replacing the fastboot.exe in platform tools? The one posted in @roirraW "edor" ehT guide. I had the same issue until I deleted the fastboot.exe from the platform tools folder and replaced it with the one from sdk download.zip. Once I did that the the fastboot command worked
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Found a sneaker fastboot that was hidden in an android folder and ran the adb and fastboot as administrator then reinstalled the drivers. It worked. I'm unlocked now.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Thank you all for your help with this.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
I will next be trying the Pixel flasher. I did a dry run before unlock and it seems to be working properly. Quick question about the factory image. After the pixle flasher does its thing, will it be Global or do I need to flash more stuff?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
Glad it worked for you! The Nov .001 image is global. This coming Monday will be a new monthly release. What carrier are you on?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
TMobile. Why? Does it make a difference? If it matters, why?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
I have that image. When it reboots after Pixel flasher, will it be free of the TMobile stuff or do I have to flash a whole different rom?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] old_fart:
I use USBDeview from : Web Site: https://www.nirsoft.net to debug and show me what usb is loaded . . .
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Also, if no one already shared this, either:

Special delivery! New Android features this holiday season

The holiday season has arrived, and we're celebrating with a bundle of new features from Android.

blog.google
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
Yes, you'll be free of the T-Mobile bloat
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] fivehead1:
Hi guys,

Sorry for the dumb question, but will the steps on the first post work on the Pixel 7, or is it only for the 7 Pro?

Thank you
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Will work for both.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] fivehead1:
Thanks a lot! Much appreciated. :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] collegencmc:
I finally figured it out after removing the Twrp app based on this Reddit thread

https://www.reddit.com/r/Magisk/comments/yf8gyu
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Did it! Thanks for the help! What about OTA updates now? Do I still get them on my device or do I need to flash them?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] lupastro82:
P7 pro, rooted.

If I run system ota update, I think need to root again, I'm right?

So, I need to boot as unrooted, check release, and download new init_boot and patch/flash again?

Or maybe is possible to just open magisk after ota (without reboot) and select "install after ota" method?

Ty.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] badabing2003:
If your phone is modified in any way, OTA updates will not succeed installing, even if you get prompted for it.

You need to repeat the process with the latest firmware.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
It seems like a pretty meh first feature drop for Android 13 :/
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
That's only the "Android Feature Drop" which all GMS Android users will get. Pixel users will likely also get the Pixel Feature Drop, although we don't know what's in it yet.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Oh, good to know! :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] lupastro82:
So, I need to update via ADB or recovery?

Ty
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] badabing2003:
Which guide did you follow to root? it should have the update procedure.

There are some excellent guides on the topic.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] lupastro82:
Just read is required to patch init_boot.img instead of boot.img, then maked all available ota update from setting, and finally downloaded same firmware release, extracted, patch init_boot.img and flashed via fastboot (similar experience with previous smartphone - but usually I use twrp for update, so I don't read more than this) 😅
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
As @badabing2003 said above, any modification will surely make the OTA fail to install.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Where do I get the updates from? Is there a specific website?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
You can get them from the Google developers website Here All the Pixel and monthly images/OTA's are available
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
Thank you!!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xdrc45:
You're welcome! Are you rooting it also?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
I used pixle flasher and I believe that it did everything.... I used root checker and it said that I am rooted. I don't know if it installed a recovery or not.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Flashing custom ROMs just uses fastboot. Couldn't be easier on the Pixel tbh.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
What about the recovery? Can I use Tool all in one?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
No need for recovery. Fastboot does everything you need.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
So no clockwork or twrp? That's crazy to me! We used to download and flash everything on the device itself! So no reason for a recovery?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
We don't have an SD card anymore so there's no point.

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot -w

fastboot update rom.zip

That's all it takes.

Lineage does have a custom recovery but I don't know why, maybe because most devices can't do stock fastboot flashing? But the Pixel series is the easiest to mod device I've ever had and I've had a ton of them.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Loustsoul:
This is my first. I like it so far, but everything is so different from when I used to do this stuff. I really appreciate you taking the time to talk to me and help. I hope to soon be able to do the same for someone else.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
I did forget a command. You want to do fastboot -w before you do the update command. This wipes the device and makes sure you have a clean slate.

Just read the OP of any ROM thread and it will have clear instructions.

But yeah, Google basically encourages modifying the Pixel series.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] old_fart:
I am in the same camp as you. I would love the peace of mind of a nandroid backup from twrp. Sad. Maybe next year when twrp evolves from 3.7 to 3.8 Okay, I'll make a prediction. It'll happen. When it does, you'll come back to me and ask . . . old_fart . . . how did you know ? Next you'll be asking about stock trades.