yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] coder-x64:
on RetroArch for Android ARM64 (https://buildbot.libretro.com/nightly/android/2023-11-13-RetroArch_aarch64.apk) - default main userdata folder is "/storage/emulated/0/RetroArch/", and is created automatically at first launch on this default path (only later can it be changed)

for different reasons, i need name change of this default main userdata folder (i.e. "RetroArch2" - etc, or i.e. "RetroArcx"/"RetroArcX" if only way is hex) - directly on APK

with apktool - dex2jar - jd-gui (and keytool - jarsigner - zipalign for rebuild APK), i've decompiled all, and i've search strings "RetroArch" in every files - but i didn't find anything relevant about this default path

i've also hex scan "libretroarch-activity.so" (on "lib/arm64-v8a/" inside APK) - with same results

how to solve?!?

any idea?!?

anyone available to help me?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] coder-x64:
solved!

after decompile APK with apktool and decompile dex with dex2jar, open (jar file) "/com/retroarch/browser/retroactivity/RetroActivityIntent.java" with jd-gui

at row 8 - edit string/TAG value "RetroArch" whatever you want

in the end, rebuild APK with apktool + re-certificate/re-sign/re-allign with keytool/jarsigner/zipalign

on attached .zip file - all original+mod files (java&xml on txt CR+LF for more readability)
[General Questions and Answers] markmk2:
Is Samfw tool very safe? For pc and phone?

Lots of viruses are being reported and the fact that it can't run on a VM doesn't leave me at peace.

https://www.joesandbox.com/analysis/803211/0/html

VirusTotal

VirusTotal

www.virustotal.com
[General Questions and Answers] markmk2:
Yes we agree. But it baffles me that to run it I have to disable my PC's precautions.

It doesn't work with on VM, I honestly don't trust launching it on the main PC.

Even the site doesn't seem very reliable, they also have a fake Vanced site and they say it's their project. Check it in "our projects".

Things that add up to make doubt.

I would like to know, since I see it is widely used and also here in the forum, has the tool ever been analyzed properly?
[General Questions and Answers] markmk2:
OK understood. Wanting to use it as advice to proceed to be safe? Use a secondary PC with a disposable Win installation?
[General Questions and Answers] markmk2:
If anyone is interested in how Samfw tool is made, I found this.

The authors of the analysis also made a Linux version.

https://blog-cyber.riskeco.com/en/analysis-of-samsung-frp-bypass/
[General Questions and Answers] karandevil:
But this doesn't confirm how this tool works with CSC code change (as it's a tutorial for FRP removal). Also, the test that these analysis group performed was on v2.8 (when it was paid) but since now it has been FREE after v4, I highly doubt their intentions.

I also used samfw recently to change CSC code of my Flip 5 in one click. It was done without any issues and i am super happy now with the use of Samsung wallet and call recording in my region. But like everyone said, it's too good to be true as it had root access to phone using COM ports. Now I don't know what kind of malware, spyware it might have installed and that too in root directory. Will the soft reset be able to remove it completely?

Also, have you noticed the first line of command as "exploit...FAIL" message in samfw v4.7.1 when performing CSC change? That is sketchy as hell!!

Please let me know if anyone has real information on how this tool actually works. What all set of adb commands it pushes to phone? Why is it constantly FLAGGED by antivirus? ANYONE??!!
[General Questions and Answers] Serzaa:
My man stop scaring me i just downloaded it for my problem that I am facing with my S22.
[General Questions and Answers] izipeasy:
Microsoft defender detected it as a trojan so uh I don't know.
[General Questions and Answers] izipeasy:
Even better, Microsoft defender blocks the download, whatever internet navigator I use this is like super sketchy
[General Questions and Answers] Fooking Rekt:
Because Microsoft Defender is trash
[General Questions and Answers] TheTechTitan:
There are enough red flags, and it isn't a good idea to use anything from that site. You never know what else they did to your phone, in addition to what you used their tools for. STAY AWAY!

It is good enough if you don't download and install random stuff from the internet.
[General Questions and Answers] Fooking Rekt:
It loves to falsely flag software as malware
[General Questions and Answers] Ronnie McNutt:
No it's a rat
[General Questions and Answers] zuruox:
I just used it on my s22 it worked but need to pay 22$ USD for the 'premium' service to work
[Miscellaneous Android Development] smiley9000:
KERNEL SU for Samsung Galaxy A01/M01 [a01q/m01q] [CUSTOM KERNEL] [ARM64]​

View attachment 6033479
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1. Unlock bootloader​

2. Flash Arm64 Vendor​

3. Flash KernelSU_SDM439_ARM64.zip using custom recovery.​

4. Then install the KernelSU manager APK file.​

View attachment 6033480View attachment 6033481View attachment 6033482

Downloads

https://sourceforge.net/projects/samsung-galaxy-a01-m01/files/KernelSU_SDM439_ARM64.zip/download

https://github.com/tiann/KernelSU/releases/download/v0.7.1/KernelSU_v0.7.1_11366-release.apk

Arm64

Samsung Galaxy A01/M01 [a01q/m01q] [CUSTOM RECOVERY] [CUSTOM ROM] [ARM32/64]

* Your warranty is now void. * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, * thermonuclear war, or your getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this...

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For More Info Telegram

@samsung_galaxy_m01_a01_m11_a11
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e Questions & Answers] gnirtS:
Currently running Lineage 20 - the problem is my adaptive storage SD card went corrupt and now i cant do a lot with internal as it reports 0 bytes free.

Rebooted my tabet earlier today and got told the adaptive storage SD was corrupt. It cant be fixed. Just crashes. Leaving it in the launcher doesnt work, no apps load.

I can boot the tablet and use it sort of by removing the SD card but it seems to have an issue with the file system as a result. Although there IS space on the device showing in storage manager (8gb+), file managers report 0 bytes free or internal storage unavailable.

I cant download any apps, files and some things crash during use presumably due to that. Some exiting apps continue to work, others do not.

Is there a fix via the terminal, recovery or ADB which can fix this file system and put it back to internal and fully accessible?

Failing that, i assume a full factory reset with user data wipe will do the job as a last resort?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
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[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
Warning!

NOTE: We have Switched Retrofit Dynamic Partitions from v4.1 or above
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
NICE!!!

Redmi Note 7 Pro (violet) still breathing life! :love:

Thanks for the effort, @sourav24071999 !
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
New Build has been pushed today !
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] kokami:
Is it necessary to do a clean flash from Project elixir 3.13 to 4.0 , can i dirty flash it?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
I'm delaying Elixir 4.0 installation for the same reason.

If dirty flash is OK then I shall install it quickly.

If not, what's the best method for backing up / restoring apps / data you guys suggest for this Elixir 3.13 => 4.0 upgrade?

PS: I'm using OrangeFox Recovery.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
New Build incoming today! Dirty flash works but still big chance for BUGS
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Hi @sourav24071999 !

What backup / revert method do you suggest in case of hard bugs?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
I have been using it since day one and havent haced any major bug not even minor bug in the latest build published today! Btw i did clean flash
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Hi @sourav24071999 .

Did a DIRTY flash from Elixir 3.13 + Ofox R11.1_5_dynamic => Elixir 4.0 20240104.

Seems the apps are still there BUT got a weird bug.

Can't turn WiFi on... :cry:

Do you recommend CLEAN Elixir 4.0 [re-]flash in this scenario?

Should I clean anything other than Format data?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Did a CLEAN flash (Format Data) and WiFi connectivity was restored!

I hope last Google Cloud Backup/Restore from Elixir 3.13 works ok now.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
That is Typical A14 dirty flash bug :ROFLMAO:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
Just do install Google apps and ofc Google photos too
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Violet Elixir 4.0 Google Play Store is showing Device Not Certified and Netflix is unavailable for install.

Is this expected?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
Go to updater update the play integrity and then reboot and clear play store data
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] d4r1u5h:
camera not working
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
Hahahaha it working
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Thanks @sourav24071999 !

It worked!!! 🥳

Is it possible to change implementation so that this Play Integrity Fix is preserved after Clean Flash / Format Data / Factory Reset?

I'm asking this because the Google Cloud Backup/Restore feature doesn't work 100% during the initial setup because the Play Integrity Fix is undone by the Format Data / Factory Reset procedure.

We also get Google recognizing different mobile models before and after the Play Integrity fix but so far I haven't seem a big issue here.

(Aside from the different models populating my Google Account Devices)

Thanks again for this awesome Violet ROM!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
I will look into that
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Alpha8080:
I tried dirty flash once and it was the worst mistake I could make. I lost 2 years worth of data due to silly encryption.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
You did that in the past, right?

In case that was just now, I already did the same in the past but was able to recover the data by flashing the previous ROM, backing up data and only then clean flashing.

Of course no guarantee this would work in any ROM upgrade/downgrade path.

Care is also needed regarding the Recovery and its encryption support as backing up data from Recovery may be an option.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
And, of course, rule of thumb for anyone, never "play around" with Custom ROMs with your primary mobile phone. :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Alpha8080:
Yup, it was in the past. And the method you mentioned didn't worked either, the device went into boot loop after flashing back old running build. The data remained encrypted and it was showing "your phone is destroyed" or something similar.

Of course, learned my lesson, if only I took any sort of backup. I think it would be more appropriate to say never "play around" with roms that are encrypted by default.

Same issue happened with my other devices as well, but I was able to get back data due to the userdata partition was not encrypted. That's probably why I gathered courage to perform the same with violet, never thought It would cost me my data.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] icefire7:
I am in 3.13. What are the enhancements that I get in 4.0 ?

Do I get to add my own image in the notification panel?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] bialyikar:
Hello.

Does Google Pay work on this rom?

I used to be on EvolutionX, and payments worked without any problems.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
Everything works totally fine
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] bialyikar:
All the time, when adding a card to Google Wallet, I get the message: "This device cannot be configured for contactless payments.". I can't add the card to my wallet.

My device is fully wipe. I did not restore any settings or applications from backups.

Could this be influenced by the Recovery used? I'm using Orange Fox R12.1_0
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] kokami:
Got Error trying to update from 4.0 to 4.1

Errorcode :- Update error : 1
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] kokami:
Lol same
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] pliniodepaula:
Hi guys.

(CLEAN) Flashing procedure changed for Elixir <=4.0 to >=4.1 due to Retrofit Dynamic Partitions change.

Check Installation Guide.

PS: I'll try keeping using OrangeFox Recovery R11.1_5_dynamic instead of new suggested Retrofit TWRP recovery in guide above due to personal preference.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Easwar06:
I get failed to mount /sytem_root (Device or resource busy) , /vendor, /product can someone help me
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] sourav24071999:
reboot to recovery
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Easwar06:
now i tried flashing the rom with orange fox now my phone just loops in redmi logo
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] d4r1u5h:
format date
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] icefire7:
Is anyone facing auto brightness fluctuations?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] himanshu4everurs:
After clean flashing version 4.2 the Bluetooth stopped working. Is there any fix for it ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] nicflack:
1.able to change back to pixel launcher and pixel default font?

2. any serious issue in 4.2 , I want to switch to this rom.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] nicflack:
screen unlock sound very loud and different to Android 13, instead of original?

flash pixel launcher can solove parts of issues, but magic earse still crash.

Smooth but lack functions.

For example

1.when swipe up to recent, no crop button at left corner of a picture. Google lens doesn't works at this point.

2. Lawnchair not stable, sometime crash, then u must clean all cache to back to desktop. And u will loose all icon location on desktop.

Even so u can't update lawnchair by yourself.

Nothing to do until next rom update.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] MrSingh22g:
Split screen not working. Any solution?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Stefan Dawgs:
Me too splitnscreen not working. 😭
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries,] Oswald Boelcke:
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[TCL 10L Questions & Answers] karambol.py:
Good working roms that you know for the TCL 10L model
[Realme GT 2 Pro] mitriemin:
❏ Unlock local install in "Software Update " app

• Open "Developer Mode"

• Disable "Automatic system updates" in "Developer Mode"

• Erase data for "Software Update"

• Turn Airplane mode and open Software Update

❏ Transfer to another region (for CN too)

• Download installed region's OTA (

latest

), and region's Rollback for transfer

• Rename zip files (one name) and transfer Rollback to another folder.

• Select in Software Update OTA, then change OTA to Rollback, then tap install in Software Update and wait result.

❏ Notes

• This method checked in RUI 3, 4, 4.1

• For this guide

no need

open

bootloader

• Download last OTA for your region (or installed)

• If you transfer in Global's regions, Rollback no important and you can use simply OTA

• First boot can be longer then usually, and need be patient (wait ≈5 min without panic)
[Realme GT 2 Pro] ZG_DEV:
Thanks for this great guide!

Can it work on oppo devices as well ?
[Realme GT 2 Pro] Bozkurt_59:
Why are you opening this topic again? This method has been shared many times.
[Realme GT 2 Pro] Bozkurt_59:
Change region via Full OTA.

A new method. Changing the region through the built-in updater. You do everything at your own risk, I am not responsible for any damages. This method uses unmodified Full OTA packages and the built-in updater. Download the latest Full OTA...

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[Realme GT 2 Pro] mitriemin:
❏ Backup /persist

After successful firmware via MSM, the FOD may break (vibration only). It is highly recommended to make a backup.

ROOT Method

dd if=/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/persist of=/sdcard/persist.img

❏ Prepare

• Orig cable (recommend buy cheap unoff, maybe it fix MSM error)

• Delete lockscreen from phone, exit from Google (FRP), exit from realme, oneplus, oppo account (recommend)

• Disable all secure from work PC, disable signature verification in PC

❏ Solution for MSM errors

• Param pre-processing - Qualcomm Driver

• Sahara communication failed - reboot to fastboot mode and change cable to cheap cable, boot to EDL and try again (if doesn't help, change USB Port)

• Automatic detection of DDR failed - reboot to EDL

⚠️ WARNING

Don't go to SMT Download mode (erase IMEI, Widevine)

❏ EDL Mode

Turn off phone and hold Vol + and Vol - for connect to PC via orig cable, then cheap. If phone doesn't boot to EDL, check Driver. Nothing help? Buy EDL cable!

❏ Firmware

Download firmware's region, what you have from box. New EDL firmware haven't .ofp, simply folder, but some cracked tools can't flash it

❏ Flash

I prefer use realme Flash Tool (Oplus), simply select .ofp and start. It flash only slot A, some partitions don't reflash, so sometimes can use MSM:

• Select your box region in Target

• Check phone connected with Enum

• Start

⚠️ WARNING

MSM always break FOD in realme GT2 Pro, so you need backup, understand it.
[Realme GT 2 Pro] ZG_DEV:
Thanks for the guide, mate:)
[LG Velvet Questions & Answers] SAFI_AFRIDI:
All Lg velvet 5G Brick owner, i saw a post today about the Firehose and a person is selling it on YouTube & Facebook. how can we know that its working or not and how much we have to paid for it. and if a single person purchase it and then share it here so we can unbrick all devices and cross Flash it. so if someone contact with him share update in this thread

and below is his Facebook Profile

Log into Facebook

Log into Facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family, and people you know.

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[LG Velvet Questions & Answers] Khalid reki:
Salam alekum bro apko firehos mil gia lg velvet sd765g ka

Jiska ap bata rahy ho wo 100$ KA DY RAHA HE bahut mehnga he aur pata nahi kam kerta he k nahi

Lg wing kesi ny share kiya he wo ap trye karo mera whatsapp +923003829031

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https://www.reddit.com/r/LGWing/comments/18eb3pa
[LG Velvet Questions & Answers] Roizoulou:
also available on github
[Xiaomi Mi 10i] kawaaii:
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
*/

Introduction

If you don't know LineageOS and would like to read about it before installing it you can take a look at the official Website.

Features

Individuality

Security

Longevity

All the source code for LineageOS is available in the LineageOS Github repo. And if you would like to contribute to LineageOS, please visit out Gerrit Code Review.

Installation

Please visit the wiki for gauguin

Detailed installation instructions:

Install LineageOS on gauguin

Detailed update instructions:

Update LineageOS on gauguin

Download link:

LineageOS Downloads

Recommended Google Apps package:

MindTheGapps (choose ARM64 13.0 zip)

More information can be found here

Changelog:

Changes for gauguin

Bug reports:

How to submit a bug report

LineageOS GitLab

Donate to support development:

Donate via PayPal to LineageOS
[Xiaomi Mi 10i] kawaaii:
Reserved #1
[Xiaomi Mi 10i] kawaaii:
Reserved #2
[Xiaomi Mi 10i] datmir:
good news! ty!
[Samsung Galaxy A53 5G] nsfxpython:
EDIT: seems its been soft bricked. I'd ask how to fix it but I simply can't be bothered. Just gonna swap out my sim card and put it into my old iPhone.

I've had my a53 for about a year and a half. No problems until now. I was scrolling tiktok earlier when my phone got this HARD freeze. Like I couldn't do anything on it. It was frozen for about 15 seconds before the screen went black and proceeded to reboot. The Samsung logo pops up as well as the Knox indicator. But this is as far as it goes. The screen will shut off and reboot. Some kid of weird boot loop. I can't access Recovery mode by pressing and holding the appropriate buttons. Somehow, recovery mode DID come up by itself and I selected the factory reset option, thinking it would solve this weird issue. It did not, as the phone is still booting to the first screen with the logos before resetting. Don't know how to possibly fix this. Is my phone just ****ed? I haven't messed with any weird settings or anything.
[Samsung Galaxy A53 5G] OrthodoxOxygen:
Use Odin to re-flash the firmware. Sounds complicated but the most complicated part about it is putting the files into the correct Odin slots (which is easy, rest assured).

I've attached Odin, and here's where you can get the firmware.

Make sure you select the appropriate model for your phone before flashing. For example, you'll need A536B files if your phone's an A536B the same way I'd need the A536W files because I have the Canadian model. It won't let you flash unless you get the model correct, anyway, though, so I don't think you'll have to worry about hard-bricking.

When choosing which CSC file to flash, do not use "home_CSC": use the full CSC file. The rest should be pretty straight-forward if I recall correctly, but feel free to ask for help if you find yourself confused or uncertain.

Also, make sure to pick the correct carrier. You should be able to find your carrier's CSC code via Google search.
[Samsung Galaxy A53 5G] Deleted member 2092952:
Not sure what happened there but I don't know why the OS would have eaten itself for breakfast.

A reflash would only work if it happened to be a rare software bug. Otherwise, it should be a physical issue which is the most likeliest to be trashed.

The phone's updates are still good for a bit over another 3 years so sitting it for a while until you feel like trying a last ditch effort to save it is fine. Otherwise, whatever. Can indeed just trash it anyway since it shouldn't have happened in the first place.

If its still under warranty, I've no idea, since I've never used or looked at it before. But, that would be a great way to go if it is. Sometimes too, the payment method used may have its own extended warranty for the purchase.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 5] Abood009:
Hello! i bought the samsung galaxy watch 5 and i connected it successfully and everything is perfect, but i want to add my google account to install apps from google play on the watch and my phone is running Emui 13, any one can help me adding my google account?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 5] msm1965:
Is that harmony os? I have Huawei phone Google os and email 12 and no updates. The watch has Google store app and you can download directly.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 5] Abood009:
I know but the app ask me to add my google account
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 5] msm1965:
My understanding is that you can not have google os on Huawei phones because of US sanctions after 2019 or so.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 5] Abood009:
Programers logic.