yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 7] V0latyle:
Don't flash bootloader with any other image. ONLY flash it with the bootloader image for the Panther.

This, a thousand times this

You can lock bootloader on custom ROMs but ONLY if a custom AVB key has been set, such as generating a key with avbroot, or existing keys like GrapheneOS/CalyxOS

Otherwise the bootloader should never be locked unless you're on stock unmodified firmware.
[Google Pixel 7] V0latyle:
The screen doesn't turn on at all?

What process did you use to update from beta to stable?
[Google Pixel 7] 0V3Rlord:
Same problem for me after using pixelflasher and it stopped to update at the half of the process.

After several restarts my device booted into the bootloader and it stops to do anything automatically, I clicked reboot into the system. 2-3 times the phone reached the Google logo and after that it supposedly turned on, but the screen is black and the phone reacts to connecting and disconnecting the cable to pc (I hear the sound of connecting device). I can't do anything more. I disabled all Magisk modules before install. I tried different buttons combination but nothing helped me and i don't really understand how to even turn it off (because pc still have a sound when i connecting it)

When i connect my pixel 7 pro to pc, in the device manager it detects as a "composite USB device" and "COM4 port device", pixelflasher can't detect my phone and in "this computer" there are no connected devices. And using adb devices it shows me just a blank list of devices
[Google Pixel 7] 0V3Rlord:
Just contacted with Google store support, they advice me to contact with their authorised service center, I hope they can help me and fix it under warranty. Because I tried almost all things and as I understood, I need to have and EDL software to flash my phone, which not provided by google and there no such software in the internet.

I'm so worry about the answer and result, because I'm living in Thailand and closest authorised service center located in Singapore... Need to send it using postal service
[Google Pixel 7] soker111:
Download the latest stable version in December Factory Images of pixel7，After unzipping and installing, it completely crashes.
[Google Pixel 7] soker111:
I've expired the official one-year warranty and may be completely screwed
[Google Pixel 7] simplepinoi177:
Even though we are fairly passed the point, this sounds a lot like the issues we had with platform-tools r34 and fastbootD....

In any case, in a lot of those cases (especially if device manager doesn't properly identify the device) the bootloader or partitions were permanently messed and nothing but a systemboard replacement would revive the device....

Maybe not "completely screwed", you'll might just have to pay to get it repaired....Google/uBreakiFix usually does for a charge....

After re-reading, i think you mentioned being international, so that might be too easy to accomplish. But see if there is a service location that is willing to take in packages of broken devices and fix for a fee -- it might be cheaper than paying for a whole other device...
[Google Pixel 7] soker111:
Thank you for your reply. I purchased it from the Google Japan store and contacted Google customer service. They sent me an authorized repair website. There is no specific quote for repairing such a crash, and the price of repairing the motherboard is even higher than buying a new machine. I am very conflicted now. I am waiting. Repair website reply.
[Oppo Realme 3 Questions & Answers] adityachoudhary368:
So guys, I have been trying it for too long. The problem is that when I go to start deep test and then the device gets restart. But when it's restarting a message appears saying "model name len is incorrect unlock verify fail" and the device boots normally.
[Oppo Realme 3 Questions & Answers] Rrelio:
I have the same issue, does anyone have a solution yet?
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] DFCC Gaming:
Can't seem to run f1 vm on my s22 ultra (latest firmware, magisk root)

Had it initialising for 30 minutes and it did nothing, anyone else have a similar issue or is it just me?
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] Jan Skokan:
Hi, try VMOS Pro.
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] DFCC Gaming:
That sets up just fine but is just a black screen with nothing on it
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] Jan Skokan:
And why do you need virtual android on your Samsung? You said you have it rooted so why bother with F1 VM etc...? VMOS Pro has a Telegram group where they could help you
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] DFCC Gaming:
A certain app doesn't like android 13
[Lenovo ThinkPhone (by Motorola)] jingles98:
How the hell do I change USB settings when connecting my phone to a tv etc via USB-C to HDMI or just trying to connect a thumb drive to swap files.

All the options in Settings > Connected Devices > USB preferences are either greyed out or can't be changed. What gives?
[Lenovo ThinkPhone (by Motorola)] kt-Froggy:
Old thread, but anyway... Have you tried changing these settings in Dev Options?
[Samsung Galaxy Pocket] Ciberfenix:
¿Aguno tiene la actualización de Android para este modelo?

Mod translation: Does anyone have the Android update for this model?
[Samsung Galaxy Pocket] Badger50:
Greetings, and welcome to XDA. As a friendly reminder, we ask all members to please post in English as stipulated by XDA Rule #4:

Spoiler content hidden.

Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay on XDA.

-Regards: Badger50
[Samsung Galaxy J7 Questions & Answers] Fooxpd4:
Please help, i am on android 7, i want root
[Samsung Galaxy J7 Questions & Answers] Jan Skokan:
Hi, this video should help you
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Questions & ] OmegaMotorolaBr:
So i posted here recently but i discovered why my phone is not accepting any custom rom A11/A12 avaible for my device, i need to downgrade my software back to Android 12 to be able to install any custom rom but the problem now is my current firmware (A13 One Ui 5.1 October Patch) and my binary version (Binary 18), on binary 18 i didn´t have any option to downgrade but i saw a A13 rom with a binary 15 that is the same binary version of the last One Ui 4.1 avaible for my S20+, but every time i try to downgrade my B18 Firmware back to the B15 A13 Firmware my phone returns a PIT error, i tryed to use a PIT file on Odin but this didn´t work, how i can pass from this problem?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Winryr:
Thank you very much :)
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ZG_DEV:
The phone didn't even last for a while month since it has been released 😂

Great guide 👍
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] swords90:
Is this guide valid for Pixel 8 adapting the images and other files of the p8??

Thanks!!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ysco:
Thx again mate for sharing this useful guide.

Did I overlook the link for the canary build or is it missing 😅.

I have magisk stable installed but what do you recommend canary or delta over stable?

Can one off these build directly flashed within magisk stable so it overwrite stable (dirty flash) did not find this info in your guide 😉

Nevermind, found latest canary on GitHub and updated from stable to canary without issues.

Thx in advance

ysco..
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
I added the Magisk Beta/Canary/Stable to Updates.

The links were also in OP;

~ ~ ~ Part II - INSTRUCTIONS ~ ~ ~...;

Root/Reroot with

Magisk

and Pass SafetyNet.;

Patching the init_boot.img

- to root/reroot;

2. Patch the init_boot.img file;

•

Extract the init_boot.img

file from the Factory zip file;

* * * 4. Install Magisk Manager App​

•

Patch the init_boot.img

file using the

Magisk app

and the

OTA

zip file.

* * * 1. Install Magisk Manager App​
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Yes, just download and flash the Pixel 8 Factory/OTA images.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] swords90:
Thanks alot sir!!!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Magisk Beta/Stable Update

Magisk-v26.4

[MagiskBoot] Don't pad zeros if signed boot image is larger

[MagiskPolicy] Fix genfscon and filename_trans

[MagiskPolicy] Fix bug in libsepol

[Zygisk] Fix and simplify file descriptor sanitization logic

[App] Prevent OOM when patching AP tarfiles

[App] Fix bug in device configuration detection

[Daemon] Fix certificate parsing of APKs

[General] Fix logging errors from C++ code being ignored

Magisk Canary Update

app-release (aa6c7c15) (26401)

Sync with public release

Diffs to v26.4

N/A

Download

Tap app-release.apk

Tap the three dot menu across from

Code

Blame

Tap Download
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] stifmaster81:
Is it necessary to use Android flash tool to relock the bootloader? or can it be done directly with the command by adb fastboot flashing lock?

Is there any explanatory video?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Yes, you can lock the bootloader with the command

fastboot flashing lock.

The reason I suggested using the Android Flash Tool:

OP, ~ ~ ~ PART II INSTRUCTIONS ~ ~ ~...,

1. Unlock Bootloader/Return Phone to Stock and Lock the Bootloader, • Returning your Phone to Stock and Locking the bootloader

Notes:

If your phone is not 100 percent stock and you do fastboot flashing lock you may brick your phone.

...

Uninstall Magisk

Backup your data/Internal storage

Use the Android flash tool:

select Wipe => Force Flash Partitions => Lock Bootloader.

When the Android Flash Tool finishes returning your phone to stock you can disable OEM unlock and USB debugging.

If you can use fastboot flashing lock, why did I suggest using the Android Flash Tool.

I am trying to keep XDA Members from bricking their phone. Some, have used fastboot flashing lock before returning their

their phone to 100% stock and bricked their phone.

So, please make sure your phone is 100% stock before you use: fastboot flashing lock
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] byproxy:
I want to update while "retaining root" and NOT wiping (losing) data... what's the difference between doing so with the factory image vs the OTA? Seems possible with both but I don't see anything that would indicate why one would select one over the other.

Thanks!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Some, XDA Members have (successfully) installed the OTA and installed Magisk to the inactive slot. They did not wipe their phone and they did not lose root: OTA Upgrade Guides

While other XDA Members have tried unsuccessfully to use the same procedure.

If this is the only method you will accept to upgrade your firmware. I think you should try PixelFlasher.

Otherwise, you can install the factory image

keep data

and reroot your phone.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] blogbytes:
Safety net version not working for me? Tests dont pass. Any ideas?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Google did something overnight/early morning. More shenanigans. Have to wait to see if one of the USNF/PIF devs can figure it out.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Morgrain:
As of yesterday evening, the Safetynet Fix by Display (mod 1.3) doesn't work anymore, so we need a new one and OP will have to get updated once it's out.

Edit: Nvm Lughnasadh already talked about this.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] gpvecchi:
Play integrity fix still seems working.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Gilg@mesh:
do I remove current one or just flash this?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Not sure which one you are on, but you should just be able to flash it. If you have USNF installed it should uninstall that itself before installing PIF v12.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Morgrain:
The module posted by Lugh automatically deinstalls the old 1.3 mod.

I just installed that module and Wallet works again. Great. A 1 minute solution. Love this community.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Passing SafetyNet

<< Edit - @Lughnasadh already posted this information >>

see Lughnasadh's post # 18.

My apology Lughnasadh.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
Platform Tools v34.0.5 does work, in case people want to hear additional endorsement. I ran it with the latest pixel flasher
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] blogbytes:
Does this work with the Nov update?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Yes, Play Integrity Fix added to OP.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
SafetyNet

A Google patch has rendered chiteroman's Play Integrity Fix inoperable.

chiteroman fix, V13.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Sage:
i have the same question. very keen to root though i need it to pass safetynet for banking and my work (Company Portal) :(
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
See post # 26
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Sage:
are you saying v13 doesnt work either? it's only 9 hours old?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
See post # 26

I'm saying if you want to pass safety net use chiteroman's Play Integrity Fix , V13.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] blogbytes:
Is there an easy way to roll back the Nov update? My 8 pro gets excessively hot now and battery also took a hit.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] dr_rick13:
Morning folks, I woke up to my work apps (Outlook & Teams) saying my device is rooted and cannot be used...

Google Wallet works without issue and I'm on Play integrity v13.

Has anyone experienced anything similar?

Both apps are checked off in Magisk denylist.

Thanks in advance
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
This might help.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
We need P8P specific solutions. Those people claiming things now work don't have P8P and Microsoft Intune
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Ok, that is why I wrote This

might

help.

Suggestion

Do a search on this thread Magisk General Support / Discussion for

Microsoft Intune

:

If you do not find it, ask your question on that thread with your phone type.

Several XDA members that frequent that thread are extremely knowledgeable about several different apps and the procedure needed to pass safety Net:

@pndwal, @mo0haan, @J.Michael and @zgfg to mention a few.

Otherwise, ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Bobb_o:
Noob question, If I want to "factory" reset but keep root can I do that?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
AFAIK, No.

Why?

It

erases all data (Internal Storage

.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Bobb_o:
Just to be able to get to a "fresh" state without having to re root but I guess since it's already unlocked it isn't that much more work.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] wangdaning:
Yeah, just factory reset and re-flash the magisk init_boot.img.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] iestynapmwg:
I'm unable to install PIF... I get an error message telling me i need to install magisk 20.4+ but i'm running 26.4. I also notice on the main magisk manager screen that it says zygisk is not installed, but in settings it's turned on. And i have rebooted since turning that on. The only module i have is the built-in systemless hosts one, i can't seem to install any others. Any suggestions?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Check for more than one Magisk app installed.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] iestynapmwg:
No, this is a spanking new phone, and that was one of the first apps installed.

I figured it out: when i started magisk manager, a message popped up telling me aditional setup was required. I had gotten that message on my last phone since magisk 26, and pressing "ok" simply rebooted into recovery, did (something?) and rebooted back to the system, but the message always popped up every time i started magisk manager. Magisk conitnued to work fine, so i simply ignored that message ever since.

I didn't want to risk messing around with recovery, especiallysince i haven't installed a custom one. On the pixel, i'm flashing init_boot instead of init, and not reinstalling from recovery (ever? will that change if i install a custom recovery? are there even any for this phone?). This is also my first experience with an A/B device. So i thought it safest to just continue ignoring that pop up when opening magisk manager. But i gave it a shot just now, it rebooted, and now zygisk shows up as "yes" and i can install modules!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
If your phone is a P8P, AFAIK there is no Custom Recovery for it.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Pfeffernuss:
Hmmm... :rolleyes:
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
Interesting! Didnt notice the message when I updated this morning.....Integrity Check fails on fetching the Token. But seems everything is still working for me. Is what it is....dang Google
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] vegetaleb:
Sorry for my noob questions but I didn't root my last 3 android phones.

Can you hide nowadays root to bank apps?

If you unroot your P8P, will you still be able to use all apps as it was never rooted, or like with Samsung knox, once it's tripped some apps won't work even if back to stock?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
You can hide root from banking apps with Play Integrity Fix. AFAIK, if you remove root from your P8P you will be able to use all apps as if it was never root.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Kennyeni:
Has anyone been able to get the latest version of PIF working? Unsure what to do with the props it wants.

I'm on stock ROM, Nov update.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] kiekan:
Yes, I got it working properly using the included PIF, following the steps in the release page (removing any custom one, then killing GMS and rebooting). Had to wipe data on Play Store, too.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Magisk Canary Update

app-release (1dcf3255) (26402)

Magisk (1dcf3255) (26402)

[Zygisk] Introduce new code injection mechanism

Diffs to v26.4

[Zygisk] Introduce new code injection mechanism

Download

Tap app-release.apk

Tap the three dot menu across from

Code

Blame

Tap Download
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
I had the message last night.....but cant seem to download an update.....
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Just grab it from Github and update that way.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
that hasnt worked yet either.....I have tried, but will continue!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] gpvecchi:
For those having issues updating: unhide your app, download the regular apk from Github (not the stub version), install and hide again.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
Worked like a charm! TY!!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] LLStarks:
Why do I need device integrity if basic is somehow sufficient for all of my apps and GPay so far? Is something being cached?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Kennyeni:
Ok, after a lot of trying and retrying i was able to get it working I think. Is this the desired outcome?

I believe it is right?

Now, done if my apps still detect root. I used to have Shamiko for those apps afaik, is that something I should reinstall? (I removed all other modules)
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] maddoggin:
been away a while, too long i think. i remember unlocking and rooting nexus was as easy as using adb. now it seems theres so many hoops you have to go thru or maybe its just because i been away a while . whats the easiest way to unlock bootloader and root ? is it even necessary now days? back then we unlocked and rooted to customize the **** out of the nexus but these days pixel phones are already pretty themeable. . anyways my bad for noob question.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] kiekan:
Read this thread: https://xdaforums.com/t/unlock-bootloader-root-pixel-8-pro-husky-safetynet.4633839/
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
The instructions to unlock the bootloader and root are in the OP (Post#1)

@kiekan, did you read the OP or are you just trolling?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] maddoggin:
I see some things havnt changed. What makes u think I didn't read the op? I asked what was the easiest way to unlock bootloader and root? I didn't ask how. Trolling? Lol smh, no I'm not trolling but I could ask you the same question! 😂
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] chill145:
He was asking the other user if they were trolling as they posted a link to another thread that essentially provides the same information as the thread you're currently in.

What makes me think you didn't read the OP is you're asking a question that's answered in the thread title. The thread you're in is a guide on how to unlock and root your phone. Follow the directions and it's easy enough. There's other tools that I won't mention out of respect for the OP who spent considerably time putting this guide together that you may find helpful but you can do your own work there.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] LLStarks:
PIF author shared this. Actually passing device integrity now.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
For some odd/unknown reason I had to actually flash this twice to get it working. YMMV!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
whats pif？not pixel flasher right?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cmh714:
Not Pixel Flasher....its the Play Integrity Fix module for Magisk. Grb the file that LLStarks uploaded above
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] deusfaux:
what's the proper process for switching from Play Integrity Fix module to Play Integrity Fork?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
Has anyone been able to update to the December update? I used Pixel Flasher 6.3.1.0 and upon finishing the process, the following lines appear and I am stuck in the starting menu. But then I choose to restart and it seems to work after all....Not sure what to make of it. Thanks

2023-12-06 23:50:04 Getting device: 38201FDJG001ZK state ...

Currently the device is in ERROR mode.

2023-12-06 23:50:05 Getting device: 38201FDJG001ZK state ...

Rebooting device: 38201FDJG001ZK to bootloader ...

Updating connected devices ...

2023-12-06 23:50:07 ERROR: Encountered an error while flashing

Traceback (most recent call last):

File "Main.py", line 3527, in _on_flash

File "modules.py", line 3291, in flash_phone

AttributeError: 'NoneType' object has no attribute 'get_current_slot'
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
After the December update/Feature Drop, is anyone experiencing the new "summarize" function on "recorder" app? I don't see it.

Google rolling out Gemini Nano to Pixel 8 Pro with Android AICore

Gemini Nano is Google's most efficient model and its debuting on the Pixel 8 Pro today with the December 2023 Feature Drop.

9to5google.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ChronoWerX:
Hi,

I need your help. I updated to Dec with my modded flash-all since the 6 Pro (without wipe).

But it stucks at boot with the G and loading bar. Nothing more. For hours.

Someone has an idea?

Now flash back to Nov and the phone is working.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] s3axel:
Any mods/Magisk modules installed ? Specifically something like Iconify or Pixelxpert ?

I'd suggest disabling Magisk modules, flashing December version and re-installing Magisk modules - at least those that change something around SystemUI (I never had issues e.g. with Systemless hosts or the Safetynet-Fix-Modules)....
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ChronoWerX:
Good idea, I test it later
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Santi3598:
I second what s3axel said, I had a bootloop due to project themer and another one due to iconify. You can save yourself from wiping if you use pixelflasher's included app manager to delete the app and packages from those apps.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ChronoWerX:
Not working here

After my failure yesterday, I deactivate all magisk modules and want to update but now:

I redownloaded the factory image, same problem
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] wangdaning:
Which platform tools are you using?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ChronoWerX:
Minimal ADB and Fastboot 1.4.3
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Homeboy76:
Use SDK Platform-tools r.33.0.3 (attched to OP) or r.34.0.5, (link in OP - Prerequisites) and this fastboot command should work:

fastboot flash bootloader --slot all bootloader-husky-aaaaaaaaaa-99.9-99999999.img
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ChronoWerX:
Download Android SDK Platform-tools 34.0.5 and now installed, thx

And phone starts, you are my hero today
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] LLStarks:
r34 is stable at this point.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Rumsfield:
This is the way. Both my P8 Pro's back to passing certification, will try on my P5 in a bit.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] crisco654:
Yep, worked perfectly. Just updated to December update, and installed this, and passing device integrity again
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] rester555:
[EDIT]: Took about 30 minutes to an hour. CTS profile match is good. basic integrity good. play store cerified. gpay works Play integrity fork v4 works.

We aren't caring for CTS profile match anymore, right? Also does it still take a little time to be playstore certified? Gpay not working for me... detects root. Have it hidden with denylist configured and cleared storage cache in Play store pretect, play store, and play store services... Also cleared cache/storage on google app as well.

Have December update with magisk 26400 (no -w) and pif v4 as linked by @LLStarks.