yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nothing Phone 2] xtcislove:
Try to download a 2.0.3 boot image and flash it

If this does not work.

Flash 2.0.3 boot image.

Boot patched 2.0.3 boot image and reroot.

Install all previous modules and uninstall them.

Unroot from magisk app and restore image.

I guess it should work now.
[Nothing Phone 2] dlads:
Have seen this many times, it's usually a custom recovery that breaks it.

Or what @xtcislove suggested.
[Nothing Phone 2] AndreasDay:
You can flash to OTA zip via a custom recovery if you have one installed

Just flash OTA, then reflash custom recovery
[Nothing Phone 2] ImjustSaiyan92:
Second this. revert to stock recovery, and then update
[Nothing Phone 2] dlads:
Recovery for 2.0.3 is in my thread.

Post in thread '(Guide) Unlock Bootloader, Root with Magisk, Stock and Patched boot images: Model A065 EEA' https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-unloc...t-images-model-a065-eea.4605979/post-89157995
[Nothing Phone 2] webdiddy:
Thanks for getting back to me guys.

Since I do not have twrp installed I tried flashing stock boot but I must be remembering something incorrectly because I keep getting FAILED. I also need to start fastboot manually on my phone through the recovery menu, maybe that's my problem? Could someone please remind me of the correct steps for just flashing the boot image on an already unlocked bootloader? Thanks! :)

Please see the screenshot below.
[Nothing Phone 2] dlads:
You don't flash the boot.img like that.

You use:

fastboot flash boot_a boot.img

Then

Fastboot flash boot_b boot.img

You need to have the boot.img from your current firmware.. if it fails and your device doesn't boot up then don't worry just boot a patched image from my thread and you'll be back where you started.

Out of interest, when you were rooted, did you click on full uninstall within magisk? This should replace the patched image with the stock one.

View attachment 6035022
[Nothing Phone 2] webdiddy:
yes! I used the full uninstall within magisk, at least I think so, I did not use ADB.

Sorry if this is a stupid question but where can I find the boot_a boot.img and boot_b boot.img files?
[Nothing Phone 2] webdiddy:
Sorry, I must have just glanced over your answer, it's the same image just being booted to A and B, correct? :)
[Nothing Phone 2] dlads:
So you won't need both as they should be identical.

My thread has all boot images both stock and patched.

Flash the 2.0.3 stock image to both slots.

Thread '(Guide) Unlock Bootloader, Root with Magisk, Stock and Patched boot images: Model A065 EEA' https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-unloc...d-patched-boot-images-model-a065-eea.4605979/
[Nothing Phone 2] webdiddy:
This boot image?

96 MB folder on MEGA

mega.nz
[Nothing Phone 2] webdiddy:
Flashed it, then flashed magisk patched boot image and now everything is in working order. Thanks guys!
[Nothing Phone 2] dlads:
Sweet, use that like button buddy 👍🏼 glad it's worked out for you .

You needed the 2.0.3 stock boot image, then 2.0.4 patched to boot after your update. 💪🏼
[Google Pixel 6] Sanman99:
edit: see below for sequence of what led to this

but for now, if i install Stock, it is loading fine

if i install the ROM, it is not getting IP address from internet, so it's offline

it logs into Google, restores some homescreen, then no internet and the apps icons load but don't download

i switched to Bootslot A. it seems Derpfest is now on Slot B, so Slot A is just going to the Recovery mode, but Slot B loads Derpfest but no internet.

maybe i could try Payload Dumper to try a different Boot.img

this may be the one from last month

edit: got it! something to do with the Google Backup being used on Derpfest

restoring a different backup fixed it but my homescreen is not restored

all set for now

_

Sending 'dtbo_b' (16384 KB) OKAY [ 0.089s]

Writing 'dtbo_b' OKAY [ 0.032s]

Finished. Total time: 0.167s

fastboot --set-active=a

Setting current slot to 'a' OKAY [ 0.007s]

Finished. Total time: 0.013s

fastboot flash dtbo dtbo.img

Sending 'dtbo_a' (16384 KB) OKAY [ 0.071s]

Writing 'dtbo_a' FAILED (remote: 'Operation not permitted')

fastboot: error: Command failed

__

i was getting phone crashing and some problems with root

so i just uninstalled the Magisk app and trying to unroot

so i re-flashed Derpfest ROM, dirty flash...just reflashing boot.img and the ROM

but then i switched to slot A, or whichever it was on and i re-flashed

error

Can't load Android Syetem. Your data may be corrupt.

Asks to factory reset. i haven't done that yet.

switching to Slot A again, different error

Your device is corrupt. It can't be trusted and may not work properly. Did bootloader get locked?

i got the regular unlocked bootloader screen after that

now battery symbol is on the screen

but phone won't budge

got the phone to powerdown, got past both screens and just Google Logo now

so bootslot A is getting the one error

bootslot B is getting to Derpfest Recovery error
[Google Pixel 6] Sanman99:
ok i had to wipe data reset, because apparently this is a new branched update

but after typing in Google login to restore data, the internet was connected...but Play Store is showing Offline

and the homescreen is restoring but as if there's no internet

it says offline, no internet...but also shows wifi and 5G

i tried Settings>system>reset network

no luck, rebooted, no luck

it might be because of the build

it is from today

or since i didn't flash DTBO and vendor_boot...doing it fresh again now

edit: nope still no internet. maybe revert to old version.

old version also said something about no internet but is stuck on "Getting your phone ready..."

gotta reflash Stock or the ROM, since it has the Corrupt boot message still on one slot

Recovery showing some errors file read

[libfs_mgr]ReadFStabFromFile(): failed to read file: '/etc/fstab': No such file or directory

and another error got cleared before i wrote it down

oh... /metadata/ota

switch Slot and says ERROR: cutils-trace: Error opening trace file: no such file or directory (2)

gonna try flashing Stock 13
[Google Pixel 6] Sanman99:
If anyone has a fix

I'm using stock. It works.

The ROM was having problems

All my home screen icons would show up

And wallpaper

But the apps wouldn't load and any internet after logging into Google account on intro

It shows wifi and 5G, but no internet

But on Stock, the homescreen icons are not saved

But at least the internet functions

Else I could try the ROM again after A14 update
[Google Pixel 6] Badger50:
@Sanman99

Thread closed at the OP's request.
[Introductions] azedlal:
Good morning!

I'm a beginner and I'm interested in developments. I like mods. I find your forums useful.

Glad to join you!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] AndroidShooter:
Help needed, I can't unnlock my bootloader.

I am in Developer Mode.

I turned USB Debugging on.

I synched my Mi account.

I turned OEM Unlocking.

I installed the Mi Unlock app and the driver that comes with it on my PC.

Still, I get this error message when I try to connect my phone to my PC in Fastboot mode and to unlock my bootloader:

View attachment 6034635

XIaomi Mi 10T Pro

Android version: 12

MIUI version: 14.0.1
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Mr Sloth:
Different device ( Redmi note 12 pro) but yesterday I was hitting my head against the wall with this and couldn't get through. Only this morning I remember checking this forum. Hope get the solution 😄
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] AndroidShooter:
I found a solution.

You must install a Fastboot driver while your phone is in Fastboot mode and while your phone is connected to your PC.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] pxlkeshi:
I switched off automatic updates from developer options already but my phone's saying that It'll install the security update automatically within a day so yea
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] aleph.mercury:
If you ever installed a beta/preview version of android 14, you are probably on their developers list. I had to go in and take myself off the developer's list. Once I did that, the message about an impending update stopped happening. Otherwise, it would install the Beta version of android14 just like it said it warned. Seems like a bug on Google's part to allow this sort of "rollback"
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GrandMstrBud:
I do not have a beta but my pixel 8.says there is an update and now I'm afraid to reboot and lose root
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
usually even after getting an alert like this, on a rooted phone, it goes ahead and even downloads the update, but when it's about to install the OTA, it performs a check and fails to pass and doesn't end up installing it anyways...

But there are very few rare instances where this does get pushed through and somehow gets installed and the users did indeed have to re-root afterwards...but it normally can't happen and doesn't work that way...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] SOCOM-HERO:
Similar issue here with my P7. Any ideas are welcome. I have not downloaded the update.

Disable System Update Notification

I'm suddenly getting a notification that an update is ready to install or that I need to "enter pin to install update later" after the phone restarts. I reflashed to both slots the December pixel update image using pixel flasher without issue...

xdaforums.com

https://www.reddit.com/r/GooglePixel/comments/18ljxcy
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Seems to be more common nowadays where an OTA will be successful even while rooted. Seen many people who successfully installed the OTA update (delta) while rooted in the past year or so. Of course they lost root in the process.

You can try this to disable automatic OTA updates:

adb shell pm disable-user -–user 0 com.google.android.factoryota

To re-enable, just replace the "disable" with "enable" (without quotes).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] SOCOM-HERO:
will that adb command kill the system update menu in settings as well as disable the annoying "enter pin to install update later" notification on lock screen upon startup?

I always manually update the monthly builds as full images, not OTAs on my own anyway.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
This is meant to stop the automatic OTA updates. I don't know how it will affect the two issues you describe.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] SOCOM-HERO:
Will try it out and find out!

edit: didn't work. no change to behavior on the update or notification on lock screen after startup.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] SOCOM-HERO:
can't re-enable the command via adb...not like this matters much since the behavior is the same on the device.
[Moto X4 Questions & Answers] manishmg7:
If anyone have .qcn file backup then please share that here
[ASUS ZenFone 8] pjk11:
LineageOS 20-2023114 contacts colors. How to change ugly colors in contacts?
[Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro] rohheat:
Does this phone Poco x5 pro support alt mode or screen mirroring through ctype cable ?? Or can any one list phones which does but not expensive once ,mid budget types phonea
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] swanthandon710:
I have an endeavor for you. I have a proprietary android 8.0 tablet that has been setup not to take any input other than through a dedicated WiFi connection. I want to bypass these setting so i can download apps/apks of my choosing. Would you be interested in helping me? Compensation included
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xXx yYy:
While probably noone can't provide specific instructions for bypassing these restrictions without knowing more about the proprietary settings and security measures in place, here some general guidance and suggest potential approaches to achieve your goal.

Step 1: Analyze the Restrictions

Before attempting to bypass the restrictions, it's crucial to understand the specific mechanisms in place that prevent app downloads from other sources. This may involve examining the tablet's settings, security policies, and any installed management software. Identifying the exact methods used will help determine the appropriate approach to bypass them.

Step 2: Explore Alternative Methods

Depending on the tablet's restrictions, there might be alternative methods to install apps without directly downloading them from the internet. Consider exploring options like:

1. Sideloading Apps:

Sideloading allows you to install apps by directly transferring the APK files to the device and running them for installation. This method may be possible if the tablet has file transfer capabilities.

2. Using Alternative App Stores:

Some alternative app stores, such as F-Droid or Aurora Store, offer a way to install apps without directly accessing the Google Play Store. These stores may provide a workaround if the restrictions are focused on the official app store.

3. Utilizing Third-Party Tools:

Specialized tools designed to bypass app restrictions might be available, though these tools often come with potential security risks and may not be compatible with all devices.
[Samsung Galaxy A34] ElJoaZ:
Does anyone know why this happens? There are times when I am calm using my cell phone and it stops reading the SD card, making me unable to access the ROMs, music, among several other things, and the only solution would be to remove the SD card and put it back in. The first time this happened to me I had to transfer the data from the SD to my PC (because my PC did read it for some reason) then format the SD and put it back in my phone. Has this happened to anyone else?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Wesamoooo11:
Hi there

I've been using GBWhatsApp for more than 8 years but 3 days ago my S22 ultra run out of charge and turned off, when I turned it on I got a message (GBWhatsApp uninstalled !!)

and suddenly I lost all my 8 years conversations!

actually the app has broken and they fixed it yesterday evening but i still lost my conversations :-(

can any one suggest something ? a lot of those conversation are so important for me

thanks
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xXx yYy:
Here are some potential solutions you can explore:

Check for Local Backup:

GBWhatsApp creates local backups of your conversations periodically. These backups are typically stored in the internal storage of your device. You can try locating these backup files and restoring them using a GBWhatsApp recovery tool.

Verify Linked Google Drive Account:

GBWhatsApp offers the option to link your account to Google Drive for automatic backups. If you had this feature enabled, your conversations might be backed up to your Google Drive. Check your Google Drive storage and see if you can find a GBWhatsApp backup folder.

Third-Party Recovery Tools:

There are various third-party data recovery tools available that claim to recover lost GBWhatsApp conversations. While their effectiveness may vary, it's worth considering trying some of these tools, especially if the conversations are crucial.

Contact GBWhatsApp Support:

Reach out to GBWhatsApp's support team and explain your situation. They might have specific recovery methods or insights that can assist you in retrieving your conversations.

HTH
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Wesamoooo11:
Hi

Thanka for answering!

GBWhatsApp doesn't have a contact email or number for support!

And GB WhatsApp can't be linked to ggod drive !

And there is nothing called GB WhatsApp revovery tool!

Can you suggest and good tested 3rd party app for restoring files from a non rooted device?

Thanks
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ripper2018:
It's running Android 13 and I have managed to unlock the bootloader but can't find a custom recovery that works, tried the 5 latest TWRP from here https://dl.twrp.me/twrp/ but none work.

Any ideas anyone?

Thanks
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xXx yYy:
Compile a suitable TWRP at your own. :)

Prerequisites:

Computer: You'll need a computer with a Linux or macOS operating system. Windows is not officially supported for TWRP development.

SDK Tools: Install the Android SDK Tools, which includes the necessary tools for building Android projects.

Cross-Compiler: Install a cross-compiler that is compatible with your device's processor architecture.

Source Code: Download the TWRP source code from the TWRP GitHub repository.

Device Tree: If you want to compile TWRP for a specific device, you'll need the device tree for that device. Device trees are available from the TWRP device tree repository.

Building TWRP:

Set up the environment: Set up the environment variables for the cross-compiler and the Android SDK Tools.

Create a build directory: Create a directory where you'll build the TWRP image.

Copy the device tree: Copy the device tree for your device into the build directory.

Configure the build: Configure the build using the make command. This will set up the build options and prepare the source code.

Build TWRP: Run the make command again to start the build process. This will compile the TWRP image for your device.

Here are some general estimates of the time it might take to compile TWRP:

For a high-end computer with a powerful processor, it might take as little as 10-15 minutes to compile TWRP for a simple device with a basic device tree.

For a mid-range computer, it might take 30-60 minutes to compile TWRP for a device with a more complex device tree.

For a low-end computer, it might take several hours or even overnight to compile TWRP for a complex device.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ripper2018:
Looks like a ChatGPT generated answer, thanks anyway
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e Questions & Answers] lunchroomdad:
I have seen commenters on various threads mentioning they have successfully unlocked bootloader and I'm trying to gather insight on how. Picked up this unlocked tablet on Amazon a couple years ago for like $600 and the stock OS ran like crap since day one. Didn't return in time because I unboxed it too late so I have been stuck with it. Really want to get a new OS installed on it already.

Is there anyone that can point me in the right direction?

Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e Questions & Answers] V0latyle:
Unlocking the bootloader always works the same way on Samsung devices. Enable Developer Options and see if the OEM Unlocking toggle is available. If it is, enable it, and proceed to unlock the bootloader. If it is not, you can go no further.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] 1moretime:
Error message says:

Checking if file exists - OK

Checking if file is an APK - OK

Checking package name/system/bin/systemize[579]: /data/adb/modules/terminal_systemizer/aapt: not executable: 32-bit ELF file

Please help!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] 1moretime:
Though it works fine on Pixel 7.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] craigacgomez:
The aapt binary in package is 32-bit. The Pixel 8 Android OS build does not have any 32-bit libraries and won't be able to run the 32-bit ELF. You'd need to find the 64-bit ELF version of the aapt binary and replace it in the module.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] 1moretime:
Thank you very much.

I think I have to rezip the magisk module (AppSystemizer) by myself.

But don't know where to get the latest 64-bit aapt.

Any instuction?

Thanks.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] 1moretime:
Found 1 and it works.

termux-aapt/prebuilt-binary/arm64 at main · rendiix/termux-aapt

aapt aapt2 for termux android. Contribute to rendiix/termux-aapt development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] pdaddy:
Can you DM me a copy? Thanks!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] 1moretime:
What I did is just replaced a 64-bit aapt downloaded from github project termux-aapt.

Thanks to @craigacgomez and github rendiix.

Here it is.
[Google Pixel 8] 1moretime:
While it works fine on Pixel 7.

Error message says:

Checking if file exists - OK

Checking if file is an APK - OK

Checking package name/system/bin/systemize[579]: /data/adb/modules/terminal_systemizer/aapt: not executable: 32-bit ELF file

Please help!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] efkosk:
Hi, I have root and I want to use Nova launcher.

Do I need any other special module to make my gesture navigation work properly?

I still have the feeling that the animations are not OK. Also, when I am on a different home screen than the default (e.g. on the 3rd page with app icons) and I swipe up, I should get to the first - default page but it doesn't happen. The display just flickers and stays on the same screen.

Thanks for any advice!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] HipKat:
Have you gone through the Gestures menu on Nova settings?

And are you using Nova Pro?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] efkosk:
Yes, of course I have Prime. I've also tried the playstore version, also 8 Beta.

I'm attaching a screenshot and a video from the native launcher as well.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] iRhyiku:
Sadly there won't be a fix until Google sorts it out, been an issue since Android 10 so don't hold your breath.

You need to use the QuickSwitch module otherwise which Nova says they won't support.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] efkosk:
Can you please write more about it? I installed it, granted root rights, restarted the mobile but there is no change.

Thank you
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] abalam:
View attachment 6034713
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] abalam:
Maby try the beta, you find it in discord
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] efkosk:
I have the latest beta

There seems to be nothing I can do about it. I was hoping there was a root workround.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] HipKat:
I don’t use a lot of gestures, but all the ones I do use, work, but those are all custom gestures built into nova launcher.

For example, I don’t have more than one home screen. So swiping up to go back to the default not a gesture I’ve ever needed.

Regardless, it’s frustrating when something doesn’t work the way you wanted to.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] chill145:
Probably not what you're looking for but I use Edge Gestures app and turn off Android gestures completely. To me, it's much more intuitive and customizable. It's one of the first few apps I install on every new phone. I also like it has pie control so a simple tap on the left side of my screen opens up helpful apps View attachment 6034830
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] other909:
This issue is horrible, I am fighting with that already 5 years, I have to root device or use root because of it.

The only way to fix it is change gestures to buttons, then use this method to get rid of bottom buttons at all, and than use any gestures application (I use FluidNG).

How to remove Nav Bar in Android 11

Works perfectly on OP8 Pro with latest Android 11 update. Thanks a lot.

xdaforums.com

After that nova launcher works properly.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] K1nsey6:
It only appears to do that if you use more than one desktop screen
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] HipKat:
Did you get that off Aptoid?? The Play Store says it's not available for my phone.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fijasko:
same here, but i use iconify to get rid of the navbar.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] chill145:
Very strange as I've gotten it from the Play Store. I didn't see it on Aptoid but it is on Apkpure.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] efkosk:
Thank you,

thanks to you, I just took the phone out of the box and I'm going to root it again. I will give it another chance before returning it.

Thank you
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cd993:
I've just removed my other screen and so just have 1 now. This will be a great fix if this works, or failing that I'll try the third party gestures option
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] K1nsey6:
I normally only have 1 screen, but added several to test and was able to replicate your issue with multiple screens. You can report it to the devs on Discord with your screen recording. Hopefully they are as responsive to quick fixes as the original dev
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] cd993:
I still experience the same issue even with one screen (eg tapping an app icon/swiping home = blank screen)
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] HipKat:
If it gets reported on their Discord, they should at least respond pretty quickly