yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
I started from the ayaneo side messing with the pocket air and the mediatek tools, it all carried over. I didnt have to mess with play integrity until I wanted to download terraria and play warzone (two unrelated things but it all coincided) . Its all fairly new anyway as the fixes just came out in December.

I was really trying to avoid wiping user data as it would put people off from taking the ota so I flashed back to bone stock w/o root, rooted it again and followed the process above to update.

I repeated the whole thing several times to see what errors would pop up if someone skipped a step and to see the effect it had on root. I confirmed it wants the stock boot and vbmeta images in both slots not just the active one before passing verification to install the ota. I was hoping to get away with one slot. If you watch the log theres an error about a signature on the partitions being changed, the error seems less about the boot image and more about being denied access to alot of directories on a rooted device then it finally gives up and the ota says error 20.

Fastboot can be used to flash most of it it, but the whole device can be backed up and flashed with mtkclient which flashes in preloader.

Its what I use to flash between backups and can easily dump the whole device with user partition direct to pc rather than waiting for the sd card backup. The only downside is the initial setup which is a bit tedius but it makes everything much easier.

Upside is that it doesnt require a scatter file to flash everything. There is a bootloader lock/unlock button, it doesnt work and usually causes a bootloop. Otherwise the read and write tabs are really all that you need.

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Normally I would also be weary about sharing any files but the stock boot images didnt change between the versions and the stock vbmeta is generic. The one used to flash for root is blank. People still need to patch the stock image on their device to root and I may update instructions depending on future OTA's if there was some drastic change.

If you could please share a copy of your stock boot partition backup, I can compare to all the dumps I have but I'm confident theres no danger in using the stock boot images for this purpose given only one version of hardware for the 4 pro and the amount of updates available.
[General Topics] breakingspell:
Yo, this is a game changer, thanks! I had completely missed this tool when researching how to repack an existing MTK restore (I got as far as needing a scatter file map). With this in mind, we're a lot safer off.

For sure, here's the golden 1.0.0.28: https://mega.nz/file/WcVlhBba#Fg-Dv_tujrzJbzkh2JepBDN8-Pwg4NhezgZdr1f0z5w
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
Checksums all line up to the stock dump I have of 1.0.0.28, safe to say we can consider that as close to a stock image as we are going to get for now. Super partition is different but I'd imagine yours had the firmware prior to 1.0.0.28 on it so thats expected, the boot files were my main concern.

Note for mtkclient, it will extract everything as a .bin, you can just rename them to .img
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
New to this tool. How exactly do I get into brom mode. I can get it to show up, but it tells me it's waiting for preloader vcom, and to reconnect in brom mode.

Also, as someone who is somewhat new to all this on newer devices. I'm assuming step one before doing anything else would be creating a backup with this tool? Is that something you could add into the guide? Or would this be something utilized if something goes wrong.
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
TMK, most people have just wiped when going through the root process unless you wanted a route back to stock firmware w/ all your stuff in it. I do backups before and after every flash but most wont bother with the process of setting up mtkclient.

The boot sequence is a bit of a pita on the retroid. Usually I start from off, have mtkclient running, plug in the cable and immediately hold down both volume buttons. The software should react right away and will go through the connection dialogue, the screen on the retroid should just be black the whole time. I don't think I've ever gotten it on the first go and usually have to reboot once or twice to get the timing right.
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
Sorry, my brain has been a tad slow recently. I just got my device last night, let's say I root it tomorrow, and a week from now it has a hardware issue. What backups would I need to revert to stock for an rma? We don't have official software to flash, do we?
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
No firmware provided by Retroid and IMO I don't think they ever will. Mtkclient opened up being able to dump right to your PC and flashing stuff back, theres also a script in another thread that can dump it onto the SD card which can then be flashed back with ADB, the latter taking a bit more time vs dumping to pc.

If it came down to an rma, all you would need to do is relock bootloader and factory data reset. These don't have flash counters and it doesn't leave behind evidence of being flashed nor do I think retroid would take it that far.

Relocking the bootloader is same as unlocking it, just specify lock fastboot flashing lock
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
Gotcha! Guess I play around with mtkclient for piece of mind, but you are saying I shouldent worry about just diving in and rooting the thing since it's already updated? Would you mind uploading the dumps anywhere? Always end up using these things way longer than I should (still use my nvidia shield daily) so just knowing I have them archived would make me feel a bit better.
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
Awesome! Thank you!
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
What would the command be to relock the bootloader after reflashing the stock boot and vbmeta files? "

Fastboot flashing lock" correct?
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
fastboot flashing lock

Note that if you are just flashing stock boot and vbmeta to take an OTA, bootloader can remain unlocked. Locking and unlocking it is what wipes everything.
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
yeah gotcha. My screen's hue got very pinkish overnight and it's brand new so just going to warranty it. should be totally safe after reflating those right?

Edit, ended up sending it. Worked fine.
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
Likely a dumb question, but there is there a chance that flashing the boot could change color calibration? I know they did some updates but assume that would be managed elsewhere.
[General Topics] Kylewolf:
Ok, confirmed. Using the boot partitions from the "retroid root files" will result in a pink hue on the screen. They fixed that at some point before or with the .58 update. flashing boot A & B from the .58 backup you sent me worked fine and after the device restarted the device booted with the correct calibration. cipherswitch you may want to update the guide with the newer files.
[General Topics] bdotopsy:
Hi, please would you be kind enough to share the v1.0.0.58 update boot and vbmeta files please ?

Thanks a lot in advance
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
Basic integrity was fixed as of update 1.0.0.77, meaning Warzone and all that now run just fine without root.

IMO root is no longer required or recommended.

First two post were nuked, third post for updating to 1.0.0.77 updated with latest stock files but I won't be maintaining it past that.

Rooting + whatever they fixed in that last update makes root + spoof very dicey moving forward for online multiplayer games.
[General Topics] dioDa109:
Sorry for asking directly, does someone have a backup of all STOCK partitions on update 1.0.0.77 ?

I messed up the first time unlocking the bootloader and the console was bootlooping, so I flashed the stock partitions for 1.0.0.28 posted here using mtkclient, but the OTA always throws error 20, so I'm stuck on the old version.

Thank you
[General Topics] cipherswitch:
1.0.0.77 Stock boot and VB meta

1.0.0.77 Stock Full w/o user partition
[General Topics] dioDa109:
Thank you, you're a life saver
[Vivo X70 Pro+] daftdrift:
The Vivo X70 Pro+, more than a couple of years now, is performing very well almost without complaints except one, if not two, annoying bug(s). The issue showed up after the Android 14 update.

The camera preview on the viewfinder is stretched specifically in low light. That means, when the camera app is opened, and if the subject is in low light, the preview which should be in a 4:3 aspect ratio slips to an AR of what seems to be 16:9. However, we could guess it's because the preview goes out of order, as if out of screen because the captured image is of the original selected 4:3 ratio. If you select 16:9 it'll stretch to a fuller screen and so on. In short, framing a photo is practically hard. The same applies for Night mode too. The resultant photos are the opted AR, but you just can't frame it right. This is NOT the case in Pro mode. Pro previews fine as it should. What's strange, if you take a screenshot of the issue, it won't show.

Can someone shed some light on fixing the issue?
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] cjb7753:
I recently cracked my screen and I am going to be sending it for repairs or getting a refurbished one. I tried loading the new stock AT&T Rom and didn't even think about the screen alignment. Is there a way to bypass it on the setup so that I can use my phone until I decide what I'm going to do?

I found the fix as I continued searching. I am not sure if I can delete the entire thread that I created. If a moderator wants to remove it, go ahead.

Thanks,
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Questions & Answers] DrunknRuckus:
Long story short....I bought a Note 20 a while back online. It was supposed to be a refurb factory unlocked device. When I put in my Verizon sim card, it worked fine for a few hours, then nothing. No internet, no ability to make or receive calls or texts. Verizon says that the device isn't even compatible on their network, which doesn't make any sense because it worked fine for a few hours. So I checked compatibility with T-mobile, and they say its fully compatible, so I decided to switch from Verizon to T-mobile. T-mobile now tells me it's locked and to contact the current carrier to get it unlocked. But I have no idea what carrier its locked to. Is there any kind of identifier that would tell me who its locked to? The network operators listed in settings shows Home, Roam, 311490, Extended, and 313100.. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Questions & Answers] ze7zez:
Usually the firmware version and csc can show the origin of the phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Questions & Answers] DrunknRuckus:
Service provider software version

SAOMC_SM-N980F_OWO_TTT_13_0013

TTT/TTT,TTT/TTT

From what I've been able to find TTT = Trinidad & Tabago (unbranded). Still doesn't identify the carrier. However, that really doesn't matter if the firmware is unusable in the US. Can this be changed to a US csc?
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] crazy_gen:
i updated the device to latest HyperOS version, , and i want to Unlock the BL , in this update i have to use mi community to request authorization, i did , and it got approved untill April 2025 , but when i go to dev options/mi unlock status to add the account , i keep getting " Couldn't add. please go to Mi community And Apply for Authorization and try Again" , i tried other account, same problem. anyone knows how to fix this?

+ is there a way to downgrade with a locked BL? it's easier to UBL in MIUI than HyperOS
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] NOSS8:
You can't go back to MIUI without unlocking the bootloader.

If you have a Global version:

⚙️How to unlock bootloader on Xiaomi HyperOS(all devices).

Only for GLOBAL devices. 1/Check here that your device is Global and not CN with a Global ROM. https://www.mi.com/global/verify/#/en/tab/imei ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Requirements...

xdaforums.com

If version CN(not 100% guaranteed):

GitHub - MlgmXyysd/Xiaomi-HyperOS-BootLoader-Bypass: A PoC that exploits a vulnerability to bypass the Xiaomi HyperOS community restrictions of BootLoader unlocked account bindings.

A PoC that exploits a vulnerability to bypass the Xiaomi HyperOS community restrictions of BootLoader unlocked account bindings. - MlgmXyysd/Xiaomi-HyperOS-BootLoader-Bypass

github.com

Otherwise paid service.
[Xiaomi Mi Pad 5] crazy_gen:
i used the PHP script, it worked, thanks man 👍👍
[Vivo V21 5G] TFK66:
Recently my phone double tap and raise to wake is not working, before this it was just fine and the double tap to turn off works just fine.

Once I am on the lock screen it is all black even though I have always on display. Notification sound is there but it's not showing, only black screen.

Can anyone help?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] benryu:
Hi Guys,

I had bought the first stick 4k when it launched first. It was used continuously till I got a smart TV and from then it was sleeping inside. Now I again have a need for it but running into a few issues and need help from the community here:

1. The stick boots up and immediately searches for networks. I have shifted locations and I am with a new ISP.

2. The remote is not connecting to the stick. When I hold the home button for 15 seconds orange light blinks and then stops.

3. I searched around the internet and tried various options (rewind + right button), (back + left button) and (Back + Menu + Left). None of these worked. The remote still orange blinks.

4. I am not able to use the remote app since both devices need to be on the same network

5. I tried the adblink method as well. The stick asks to authorise the pc key to proceed. Since I dont have a remote connected I am not able to proceed.

One last option is to purchase a otg with multi usb to connect a keyboard and try it. But I wanted to check if something else can be done to resolve this. Also, I have a powered USB 3.0 hub. Will this help in anyway?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bullet Saloon:
@benryu

Try this:

Unplug firestick from power.

Hold the remote menu+home+select buttons until yellow light starts to flash rapidly.

Remove batteries from remote.

Plug stick back in and let it boot.

When the "can't detect remote" screen pops up, put batteries back into remote.

Hold the remote menu+home+select buttons for a moment or so. If no instant blue light comes on, release buttons then hold home button only.

If the "can't detect remote" screen goes off with no result - Start entire process over.

Have faith and patience. It will work. (y)

*Tested on this remote with FireTV 4K Ultra 2nd Gen*

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[General Topics] tflardi:
http://www.fring.com/
[General Topics] orb3000:
Thanks a lot for your enthusiasm but old news in fact...
[General Topics] lyndel4:
LOL yeah real old but still a must have application for free calls :)
[OnePlus 10 Pro] ROCKOUZOU:
hello​

so i apparently flashed the wrong boot image after updating the phone to its latest version and it entered in a bootloop without the ability to enter into fastboot nor recovery. When i try to enter into fastboot the screen glitches for nanoseconds and then it reboots. Any solution is appreciated.

Also i tried to use this tools (a good tool by the way)

GitHub - bkerler/edl: Inofficial Qualcomm Firehose / Sahara / Streaming / Diag Tools :)

Inofficial Qualcomm Firehose / Sahara / Streaming / Diag Tools :) - bkerler/edl

github.com

​

and i wrote this in bash:

sudo edl w boot opboot.img --memory=ufs --lun=4 --loader=op10pro.bin

but i got these errors:

firehose - ERROR: devprg_spmi_init: success:0

firehose - ERROR: 0x2646 SpmiBus_ReadLong: success:0x0

firehose - ERROR: 0x2646 r_data: 0x0

firehose - ERROR: 0x2640 r_data: 0x3

firehose - INFO: VIP is enabled, receiving the signed table of size 8192

firehose

firehose - [LIB]: ERROR: VIP img authentication failed with smc_status = 0xfffffffe, rsp_0 = 0x40000b
[OnePlus 10 Pro] Zxalilh:
Can you try booting the phone into fastboot without having any type of cable connected to it?
[OnePlus 10 Pro] ROCKOUZOU:
Thanks for your reply. Unfortunately I can't. when i press the buttons the screen glithes as if it tries to boot into fastboot but it reboots again. I think that flashing the wrong boot.img has affected the fastboot mode.
[Xiaomi 12 (Global)] abdolhamid:
hi guys, i have xiaomi 12 and since ive update it to new hyperos, when i recieve a call the screen wont turn on, and i test so many things and guids in the net but its steel has problem, anyone can help me with that ?

btw i have a redmi note 12 too, this on also updated to hyper os and when it recieve a call the screen wont turn on !
[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3] m_w_clarke:
I'm not sure when this became live (maybe in OneUI 6.0 or a recent security patch) but when I use battery saving mode I now keep my 5G mode.

Prodding around in the battery saving settings, I discovered an adaptive battery saving mode which now automatically turns it on and off throughout the day based on my usage patterns. Was this always there?
[Redmi Note 9S / Note 9 Pro (Indian Model) Question] DemomanTF2:
I want to install Project Elixir on my phone. I checked the installation guide. I am unsure about a few steps and I have some questions. (Project Elixir Miatoll)

1) In step 3, the guide says to flash stable MIUI firmware. There is a download link but no guide. How do I flash the firmware?

2) Miatoll has Android 14 and Android 13 but A14 is in early access and A13 is discontinued. I think I will go with A14. Which one should I install?

3) Should I wipe data/format data before or after flashing the ROM?

4) Can I flash through ADB Sideload?
[Redmi Note 9S / Note 9 Pro (Indian Model) Question] Sib64:
Hi DemonmanTF2,

Since yesterday 19-05-2024, the Elixir project and all versions of roms have been banned from development on xda.

I therefore invite you to change your choice of installation for your device.

I hope you will find a another version for your device, you have a lot of versions here on xda.

have a good time here.

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[Redmi Note 10S] Dash Hamada:
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[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aHalfling:
I modded a 10 inch 2021 fire tablet and would like to know if I can factory reset it still?

Basically I want to wipe all data and reinstall the mod but with my son logged to fully and not me
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zxalilh:
May I ask what the "mod" you mean by is?
[OnePlus 9 Pro] JasonMan:
14 does have a few bugs. 13 was the worst. Maybe 12/11 is better?
[OnePlus 9 Pro] TNSMANI:
I updated upto A13 and went back to A11 and am still on it. No complaints. Not tried A14.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] JasonMan:
Yeah 11 is definitely better than 13. Not sure about 12 🤔. 14 is basically 13 with less bugs
[OnePlus 9 Pro] procent:
I'm still on A11.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Z-Blade:
OOS 11 for performance and battery life

OOS 13.1 for features and stability

OOS 14 for security and better thermals
[OnePlus 9 Pro] galaxys:
Oos 13 works best for now on my device...
[OnePlus 9 Pro] AndyC76:
OOS 14 works really well for me, I never really experienced many issues with 13.

I did prefer 11 as at the time it seemed polished
[Huawei P10 Lite Questions & Answers] Tedsol:
Hi all i hope that someone could help me. i have a p 10 lite was-lx1a that has the following problems:

1) with only power button no start, stay stucked inside huawei logo,

2) vol - and cable no work so no fastboot.

The only way that i have to go in fastboot is by a cc on testpoint and using potatonv i rewrite the code. My situation is phone Unlocked and FRP locked.

Never installed some custom rom o recovery. Is there a way to make it working?
[P3600 General] neato4u:
Guys, i just flashed tynnt ROM (std version) recently and all videos captured using the camera when played back are out of sync.

1. Video just plays too fast - but audio is ok. This is in WMP.

2. Video plays ok in TCPMP, but as normal there's this sound problem where sound was lost after a few seconds playback.

Anyway to resolve no 1? Reflashing ROM is the last thing i want to do (i'm sure i did it right, i flashed so many ROMs before and certain the file downloaded isn't corrupted).

Thanks! :D
[P3600 General] neato4u:
no one to help :(

anyway i tried again today after several days and playback seems fine now.. guess it resolved by itself.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
04/16/2024 ==> Uploaded V3, with the latest OneUI support addition (X510XXS3BXD6)

04/12/2024 ==> Edited First message to add more clarity to requirements.

04/09/2024 ==> V2, added user data decryption support (X510XXS2BXB3 only)

04/08/2024 ==> Initial build
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
Another one (just in case)
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] ArchVisions:
Ah, that was indeed hard work, but it paid off! Now, decryption is to work on next.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
V2 out with decryption support provided!
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Crashogre:
Thanks for the continuing hard work. I look forward to being able to flash gsi files and backup the tablet.

Two questions.

1. Will a reboot cause the TWRP recovery to be replaced?

2. The instructions say to upload VBMeta but doesn't say if this is the VBMeta from say Rainbow_Dash's thread or is it from elsewhere?

Sent from SM-X510 using ReLabs
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] ArchVisions:
Hey, I can answer those questions for you.

1. No, TWRP recovery will not be replaced. It will automatically prevent itself from being overwritten by stock recovery.

2. Sorry about that, I will send you a vbmeta.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] ArchVisions:
Flash this and you should be good to go. Hey, if you successfully flash a GSI inform about it. I have been trying to flash one for the past 3 weeks now and almost all GSIs remain on the boot animation.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
Hi,

I indeed did not put any recommended vbmeta.img for now as I am still trying to understand if it should be device specific or not.

Archvisions was successful using BlackMesa's Galaxy A54 vbmeta.img (which shares the same SoC).

While for TWRP being overwritten, just boot into TWRP right after flashing it and you should be good to go.

That was enough also for ArchVision.

Let us know how things go, I'd love to have feedback.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Crashogre:
Thanks to you both. I'll try this on Saturday when I'll have time in case something I do causes it to go south. If all works my next plan is to install the LeOS 14 gsi and see how it goes. One variable at a time though.

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[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] ArchVisions:
Awesome! Tell me how the installation goes for LeOS gsi and if you are successful are not.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
Is Harvey still the LeOS dev?
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Crashogre:
Yes, he is still the dev.

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[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] Anghirrim:
Cool, then let me know how it goes. I used to be in touch with him back in time when he created LeOS. We were both on /e/ Telegram channel and he was a nice buddy.

If you face any issue flashing or booting his GSI, he may help us debugging specific aspects of our device.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] BigDog210:
My apologies if this question sounds dumb. How do I use or convert the twrp image file in Odin? Also i dont see the vbmeta file other than the disable one. Any help would be appreciated thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] ArchVisions:
Sorry I am confused you can't flash it? It is already in .tar format.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] BigDog210:
I try adding it to Odin Ap Section but nothing happens.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series] BigDog210:
On my pc the file says image format only.