I'll tell my story.
STORY
I didn't really need to jailbreak my phone to do advanced stuff or tweaks. I was getting a low storage notificationand considering i didn't installed games, only social networks and daily use apps, i though there was a simple solution to move all them to the SD card. I found a mod that allows exactly that but I did my research and i found that i had to do a lot of things.
1.Root (Alcatel OneTouch 990 / Froyo 2.2.2) - I used PdaNet and SuperOneClick 1.9.5 (latest versions didn´t work, more standard root processes neither)
2.Install Recovery ClockworkMod - I Used ROM Manager and Recovery Manager (The last got the work done)
3. Flash the ROM - I didn't know that install the ROM and flash it were different things so i did next without flashing MY MISTAKE
4. install Ext4All fix - I used the Recovery mode of Clockwork. / it said that now i had "a system with steroids" but all i have is a (i hope not totally) bricked phone
CURRENT STATE
I'd like to think is not unarguably dead. PdaNet still recognizes it when i plug it in the computed.
If i try to turn my phone on, it shows Android logo and after that it goes to a black dark screen forever, but the touch icons are with light (i hadn't waited more than a pair of minutes, actually)
If i try a hard reset going to recovery mode (volume up + power) it shows the Android logo, and after that goes to a black screen but illuminated by the backlight, similar to the one that was shown when the cellphone wasn´t bricked.
¿Any idea? ¿Did i lost it forever?
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Hello
I have been using my int Gs3 for sometime and decided to root and explore the mods and custom fw world. I have started with getting to root access and after that install CWM.
Then I try to install nightly cyanogenmod 10. It didnt work and boot back to normal GS3 Touchwiz interface. After that I tried the GooManager and when the phone is restarted it went to bootloop. I removed the battery and put it back. The problem started there.
The phone does not boot to any OS, I only can see the galaxy s3 9300 black splash screen and awatis there. I can go into download mode, but when I go into recovery mode, I can see the Android robot, and it dies The screen is too fast but what I can see it cannot mount EFS, System and any folder.
So I have tried several different methods
- Tried to flash with original rom, different roms, CWM and what I can find suitable for international model. But everytime I got stucked in Nand Write part. In some of them, the flash started and stucked in installing some parts(passes the cache and hidden and stuck after that)
- Tried with bricked phone roms, different PIT files and Bootloader Vralec methods.
- When I am trying these, I have tried with 3 different PC's with/without KIES and Samsung drivers installed. When I plug the phone in Download mode, the PC recognizes it as Generic device.
- I manage to flash the CWM but when it restarts it does not go any further than the first splash screen, but in Odin, some time later it turns to pass. Funny, when the phone is on Galasy S3 black splash screen, the pc recognizes the phone and starts to install the driver.
So, here is an interesting flashing story of mine. I really would appreciate your valuable comments and suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
cugami said:
Hello
I have been using my int Gs3 for sometime and decided to root and explore the mods and custom fw world. I have started with getting to root access and after that install CWM.
Then I try to install nightly cyanogenmod 10. It didnt work and boot back to normal GS3 Touchwiz interface. After that I tried the GooManager and when the phone is restarted it went to bootloop. I removed the battery and put it back. The problem started there.
The phone does not boot to any OS, I only can see the galaxy s3 9300 black splash screen and awatis there. I can go into download mode, but when I go into recovery mode, I can see the Android robot, and it dies The screen is too fast but what I can see it cannot mount EFS, System and any folder.
So I have tried several different methods
- Tried to flash with original rom, different roms, CWM and what I can find suitable for international model. But everytime I got stucked in Nand Write part. In some of them, the flash started and stucked in installing some parts(passes the cache and hidden and stuck after that)
- Tried with bricked phone roms, different PIT files and Bootloader Vralec methods.
- When I am trying these, I have tried with 3 different PC's with/without KIES and Samsung drivers installed. When I plug the phone in Download mode, the PC recognizes it as Generic device.
- I manage to flash the CWM but when it restarts it does not go any further than the first splash screen, but in Odin, some time later it turns to pass. Funny, when the phone is on Galasy S3 black splash screen, the pc recognizes the phone and starts to install the driver.
So, here is an interesting flashing story of mine. I really would appreciate your valuable comments and suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
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GO here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1993044
I have a problem with one of my Lenovo A830 phones.
I bought it from Etotalk, so it came rooted, and with their custom version of the Lenovo Stock ROM and their custom version of CWM 5.5 installed.
I tried formatting my SD card and then doing a factory data reset from within the operating system. (I was intending to install MIUI V5 after rebooting into recovery).
However, on rebooting, the device is now caught in an infinite boot loop, and I am not able to boot into recovery mode (by holding down power and both volume keys). It loads the initial splash screen, then shows a few seconds of the Android character and some whirring cogs before rebooting.
I am able to boot into Factory mode (power and volume up) or Meta mode (power and volume down). Factory mode has a number of options, but they are all in Chinese characters, which I am unfortunately not able to read.
I did notice that my SD card seemed to be write protected when I tried to format it in my computer and to copy on the new ROM - I solved this by putting it in a different phone and reformatting it. I wonder whether the factory reset process has write protected something it shouldn't have?
Does anyone know how I might best proceed? I've been digging around on the forums, and tried a few things, but there's nothing which seems to provide a coherent solution for this problem.
I've got the latest Android SDK Tools, MTK Droid Tools 2.4.8, SP Flash Tool 3.1312, some additional ADB drivers (120827 v3.7) that I'm not sure how to install, the latest MIUI V5 ROM (3.8.16), and the latest stock Lenovo ROM (S118 from Need A ROM, just in case I need it).
Maybe different SP Flash Tools version?
I had trouble using SP Flash Tools v3.1312 with A830. Once I switched to v3.1304.0.119 I was able to flash both the original ROM and the custom MIUI one without serious issues. I'm unable to post the download link but google it.
One other thing is that when connecting the phone, it usually loads the something something Preloader driver, which is no good (even if it gives you Download OK). When attempting to flash either ROM, try pressing both the power and volume up buttons while connecting the phone (after pressing Download), only way it worked for me.
Good luck!
I managed to sort this out quite simply in the end!
On the Lenovo A830 (and presumably other Lenovo Android phones?), you enter recovery by pressing power and then pressing volume up / down together after a short pause. The short 1 - 2 second pause is important, because if you try and press them at the same time or in quick succession it doesn't seem to work.
I then installed MIUI V5 from the SD card followed by Google Apps after a reboot. In order to get MIUI to install, I had to remove the assert check at the top of the update script, because this seems to erroneously check for the A820 (even though there isn't currently a port for this device?). It's working excellently with two exceptions - I am unable to select the SD card as a storage device, and Google Play store is not searchable (it causes a Force Close).
tominglis said:
I managed to sort this out quite simply in the end!
On the Lenovo A830 (and presumably other Lenovo Android phones?), you enter recovery by pressing power and then pressing volume up / down together after a short pause. The short 1 - 2 second pause is important, because if you try and press them at the same time or in quick succession it doesn't seem to work.
I then installed MIUI V5 from the SD card followed by Google Apps after a reboot. In order to get MIUI to install, I had to remove the assert check at the top of the update script, because this seems to erroneously check for the A820 (even though there isn't currently a port for this device?). It's working excellently with two exceptions - I am unable to select the SD card as a storage device, and Google Play store is not searchable (it causes a Force Close).
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Hello,
How did you manage to fix the reboot loop?I have the same problem,after a factory reset the phone just reboot like you said in first post...please help me fix it...
claudiuionel said:
Hello,
How did you manage to fix the reboot loop?I have the same problem,after a factory reset the phone just reboot like you said in first post...please help me fix it...
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Hi I had similar "reboot loop" problem this morning after a phone factory reset.
I have no idea how I solved that but the following was the steps I tried:
1. Install the MTK6589_PdaNET_ADB_VCOM_Drivers. Skip the USB connection during setup. Start the PdaNET after setup finished.
2. Insert battery inside the phone and connect the phone with the computer by USB
In my case, the phone reboot loop once, and the lenovo screen appeared in the second restart. The phone hanged. I unplugged the cable, took out the battery, insert the battery again and start the phone normally again and it is working now.
I recommend installing the recovery rom after you have fixed the phone.
Goodluck
Hello at all guys, I'm desperately trying to install a new recovery to install new rom, I've done maybe a disaster, the phone will not turn on anymore, when I connect it is not detected (with the usual beeping sound on your computer).
I found online a full backup of a MTK6577 (boot.img, preloads, logo, recovery, etc.) I put all these files and made the procedure of flash with the software flash tools, the operation is completed I came out the green circle all that went well, but the phone will not turn on anymore.
The only strange thing is that I can load it with the power supply, this is because I use a cable that makes you see when you are charge(see attached file),this when there is no charging source will turn off automatically.
I have buyed this phone by this store: ([email protected]@[email protected]/snapshot/[email protected]), I tried to apply for a refund, but they are gone (as usual)
I tried to click on the back button (reset), but there is no button on the inside.
I ask for your help desperately, if there is any possibility of recovery in some way, even opening the phone, otherwise they are thrown money.
Many thanks, i hope you help me.
up, please help me
Hello all.
I am a first time poster, but a long time stalker of this site. I'd like to start off by saying I am very impressed by this forum. There are a lot of intelligent people and a lot of excellent work being done around here, keep it up!
On to the problem:
To make a long story short, I attempted to flash a custom ROM onto my phone and wound up with a soft brick (I think, the definitions of hard and soft bricks are quite vague all over the internet...).
Phone: Alcatel One Touch Evolve 5020t (TCT Mobile)
Android version: 4.1.2 (Jellybean)
Root access: Yes
Custom recovery: Unsure, but leaning toward no. ROM Manager said I had TWRP and CM installed, but I have never been able to boot into custom recovery mode...
Bootloader: Unsure. I believe it is locked.
OK, Here's what happened: I forgot to wipe my SD card/cache before flashing. Flashed phone, Phone rebooted to the manufacturer screen, then goes dead. Power button turns phone on but phone will not get past the manufacturer splash screen. Tried to boot in recovery mode by pressing vol up + power, the bootloader comes up, but only the options "Reboot System" and "Reboot in Recovery Mode" appear. Selecting either option results in the same thing: Phone dies after manufacturer screen.
Connected via USB:
PC will no longer recognize the device. When phone is powered on and connected, PC makes the sound for a connected device, then makes the sound it makes when you disconnect. It does this multiple times. Powered off it does the same thing. With battery removed, phone will not power on, but displays the charging battery picture.
I have read that formatting my SD card can fix this somehow, but haven't attempted it yet.
I have stock ROM image for the device. I have backups saved on the SD and my PC.
Can anyone help me?
Hi
I have soft bricked my MetroPCS one touch evolve. it is 5020N
I can only start the recovery mode , but the phone will not boot.
you said you have a image of the stock rom. do you THink I can flash the stock image using the stock recovery?
thanks
Hey can someone help me unbrick my alcatel one touch evolve tmobile? I tried using adb and sdk but its not working correctly for some reason. It just says closed every time i try to execute a command... :/
Mr. Sinister said:
Hello all.
I am a first time poster, but a long time stalker of this site. I'd like to start off by saying I am very impressed by this forum. There are a lot of intelligent people and a lot of excellent work being done around here, keep it up!
On to the problem:
To make a long story short, I attempted to flash a custom ROM onto my phone and wound up with a soft brick (I think, the definitions of hard and soft bricks are quite vague all over the internet...).
Phone: Alcatel One Touch Evolve 5020t (TCT Mobile)
Android version: 4.1.2 (Jellybean)
Root access: Yes
Custom recovery: Unsure, but leaning toward no. ROM Manager said I had TWRP and CM installed, but I have never been able to boot into custom recovery mode...
Bootloader: Unsure. I believe it is locked.
OK, Here's what happened: I forgot to wipe my SD card/cache before flashing. Flashed phone, Phone rebooted to the manufacturer screen, then goes dead. Power button turns phone on but phone will not get past the manufacturer splash screen. Tried to boot in recovery mode by pressing vol up + power, the bootloader comes up, but only the options "Reboot System" and "Reboot in Recovery Mode" appear. Selecting either option results in the same thing: Phone dies after manufacturer screen.
Connected via USB:
PC will no longer recognize the device. When phone is powered on and connected, PC makes the sound for a connected device, then makes the sound it makes when you disconnect. It does this multiple times. Powered off it does the same thing. With battery removed, phone will not power on, but displays the charging battery picture.
I have read that formatting my SD card can fix this somehow, but haven't attempted it yet.
I have stock ROM image for the device. I have backups saved on the SD and my PC.
Can anyone help me?
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Did you solve this problem? Do you still have the stock ROM image?
hi could u send me the stock ROM image of the Alcatel One Touch Evolve 5020t ?
Mr. Sinister said:
Hello all.
I am a first time poster, but a long time stalker of this site. I'd like to start off by saying I am very impressed by this forum. There are a lot of intelligent people and a lot of excellent work being done around here, keep it up!
On to the problem:
To make a long story short, I attempted to flash a custom ROM onto my phone and wound up with a soft brick (I think, the definitions of hard and soft bricks are quite vague all over the internet...).
Phone: Alcatel One Touch Evolve 5020t (TCT Mobile)
Android version: 4.1.2 (Jellybean)
Root access: Yes
Custom recovery: Unsure, but leaning toward no. ROM Manager said I had TWRP and CM installed, but I have never been able to boot into custom recovery mode...
Bootloader: Unsure. I believe it is locked.
OK, Here's what happened: I forgot to wipe my SD card/cache before flashing. Flashed phone, Phone rebooted to the manufacturer screen, then goes dead. Power button turns phone on but phone will not get past the manufacturer splash screen. Tried to boot in recovery mode by pressing vol up + power, the bootloader comes up, but only the options "Reboot System" and "Reboot in Recovery Mode" appear. Selecting either option results in the same thing: Phone dies after manufacturer screen.
Connected via USB:
PC will no longer recognize the device. When phone is powered on and connected, PC makes the sound for a connected device, then makes the sound it makes when you disconnect. It does this multiple times. Powered off it does the same thing. With battery removed, phone will not power on, but displays the charging battery picture.
I have read that formatting my SD card can fix this somehow, but haven't attempted it yet.
I have stock ROM image for the device. I have backups saved on the SD and my PC.
Can anyone help me?
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hi could u send me the stock ROM image of the Alcatel One Touch Evolve 5020t ? my email is [email protected]
or u can give me the link of the rom that i can download .
Thanks !!!
i pimped my rom and got a brick
I used an app called Pimp my Rom and tweaked the cpu and kernel. It was a lot faster, however when I rebooted my phone I got a brick. I tried booting recovery and apply update from sd card. it failed with stock and rooted recovery roms. I understand the bootloader must be unlocked prior to this type of flash. Is there any other solution. I am currently without a phone!!
DEFTEK67 said:
I used an app called Pimp my Rom and tweaked the cpu and kernel. It was a lot faster, however when I rebooted my phone I got a brick. I tried booting recovery and apply update from sd card. it failed with stock and rooted recovery roms. I understand the bootloader must be unlocked prior to this type of flash. Is there any other solution. I am currently without a phone!!
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Have you tried going to the Alcatel website and downloading the One-Touch update software package? It has worked for some people that have the 5020t variant...
can you send me the Alcatel 5020t Stock rom thaks much--- [email protected]
can you send me the Alcatel 5020t Stock rom thaks much--- [email protected]
I have a Umidigi Crystal (2/16) and it´s not booting anymore.
How that came is a long story.:crying:
I got the phone, wanted to root it and while I was enabling usb debugging in developer options, I noticed you can root it from there as well.
I have no idea whether thats a Umidigi special or if that was seen on other phones too, basically I had a slider option to enable root access.
After a reboot, SuperSU was installed automatically, root checker, file explorer and rom toolbox worked fine with it but I actually rooted to get Xposed Installer.
That worked very well too, only did I want to have a custom recovery to prepare my phone in case of a bootloop.
So I followed these instructions.
I hadn´t unlocked the bootloader by the time and since the instructions said I would have to unlock it I did that first using these instructions.
Everything worked as expected but from this point on, on the pre-bootanimation picture my screen would say
Code:
Orange State
Your device has been unlocked and can't be trusted
Booting in 5 sec...
As everything else was the same as before, I just ignored it.
Then I moved on to installing TWRP by, again, these instructions.
The process seemed to work but after finishing, I was unable to boot into recovery mode, my phone would just boot into the normal OS(which still worked by the time).
I wanted to get around that by using this app but because of the unlocked bootloader my phone was factory reset
and I had to root again.
I was going for the same way I already did it beforehands and I was asked to reboot again.
After that point, my phone was stuck in the pre-bootanimation screen saying it´s orange state thingy again and would just stay there forever.
I tried installing the stock rom from here ((2/16 - V1.0_20171026)) to get rid of the root setting I enabled.
Now I get the pre-bootanimation screen with the orange state text again and after 5 seconds it keeps the background image but the text disappears.
Thats where it´s stuck for like 3 hours now.
When I press the power key a couple of seconds, that loop starts again, I can´t turn the phone off.
Things I can still do:
•Reboot (holding the power button, still get stuck the same way though)
•Access a PC, the internet, an SD Card and electricity
•Charge the phone
•I still have all the drivers on my PC properly installed
Things I can´t do
•Keep the phone turned completely off
•Boot into fastboot, recovery or normal OS
•Get the PC to recognize my phone (not even the adb)
What I want (if possible in that order):
•Boot into literally any OS
•Use the current OS or any custom rom
•Have root access without the developer option method
•Have TWRP
•Unlocked Bootloader
I know, I ask for a lot but this is the only phone I have right now and I badly need it.
Getting it to boot again is really the primary goal here.
Thanks so much to everyone who tries to help me, it really means a lot