Deep infection. No solution. - Redmi Note 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello, Doctors!
(If I posted in wrong section, please move where it belongs )
First, I want to thank you, all the community, for your great work. I'm following you for some years and your advices and solutions saved my devices or make them better.
Now, I'm pretty cautious with my devices but error is human.
Somehow, I've managed to infect my device for the first time, ever.
What's done is done, keep clam and let's fix it, I said to myself.
But the infection is too deep for my skills and I have to beg for your help.
Here we go:
Device:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 2
Miui 9.6 Stable | Global 9.6.3.0 (LHMMIFD)
Symptoms:
Play Store
- version 5.x.x
- can't update: it says "new version is available, will be downloaded and installed" but nothing happens.
- sometimes when I try to open the app it says "App in not installed"
- app is not showing in "Installed apps"
- there are 7 apps that can't be updated: they download, installing... and then just error 504
- apps that wouldn't update: Gmail, Google, G, Drive, G Play Music, G Maps, Google Services for instant apps and YouTube
- device region blocked on China
- Gmail error: "Gmail relies on Google Play Services, which is not supported by your device"
- updating Instant Apps returned "Item not found"
Treatment applied so far:
Factory reset > set up as new device - not working
Used Raaj52's excellent guide to flash TWRP (wiped all including SD card) and root.
- Flashed official MIUI 9
Miui 9.6 Stable | Global 9.6.3.0 (LHMMIFD)
- all Play Store issues are here
- installed SupeSu: didn't detect root, but it should
- SuperSu doesn't shows any apps
- redo root process: Sure detected root but still not showing any apps
- can't update SuperSu
- installed TitaniumBackup - uninstalled Play Store and installed latest version 12.x.x.
- reboot device: stucked in bootloop
- back from square 1: TWRP, flashed all the stuff again
- all the problems are here
- can bootloader be infected?
- don't know what to do anymore
- please help!
- thank you!
Happy holidays to all!

Welcome on XDA board (^_^)....
there is no infection at all, it's a common problem that google has stopped supporting android 5 "which our latest MIUI is!", the problem has been discussed and solved (somehow) here https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-2/help/update-gmail-app-error-504-t3874934 and please use search before posting...greetings

I see, but...
Play Store should have nothing to do with this.
It should stay to latest version regardless what app I have installed or try to update, Google or other. If Xiaomi decided to not offer further suppot for some Google apps ( not likely, though), it’s ok-ish. Users and other apps are depending on latest Play Store app to update al apps.
Why my PlayStore is stucked on 5.x. x and not updating to last version? Why I ‘m blocked to china region? Believe me I searched, before posting.
So, I have to garbage my phone because I’ m tired to flash ROMs, softbricks, endless tutorials or junior members offering solutions, telling me to search for threads. Or I’ll go for iOs. Please, read my post carefully before offering a solution. Thank you.

Gmail, Google, G, Drive, G Play Music, G Maps, Google Services for instant apps and YouTube can be updated
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use custom rom
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only certain app cant coz not supported that is normal

Mihak767 said:
Play Store should have nothing to do with this.
It should stay to latest version regardless what app I have installed or try to update, Google or other. If Xiaomi decided to not offer further suppot for some Google apps ( not likely, though), it’s ok-ish. Users and other apps are depending on latest Play Store app to update al apps.
Why my PlayStore is stucked on 5.x. x and not updating to last version? Why I ‘m blocked to china region? Believe me I searched, before posting.
So, I have to garbage my phone because I’ m tired to flash ROMs, softbricks, endless tutorials or junior members offering solutions, telling me to search for threads. Or I’ll go for iOs. Please, read my post carefully before offering a solution. Thank you.
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so the solution would be the great Skinny version of MIUI made by @Gyovany96 ....you just need (in TWRP) wipe cache, Dalvik cache and system before installing the new ROM and the good news is a new version just came yesterday! I believe it comes with latest google apps preinstalled if not you can simply flash OpenGapps variants or installing MicroG Gms core and service framework then sideload google play store and installing it.
and about bootloader, it has nothing to do with specific apps ,it contains scripts that loads kernel modules/drivers and internal storage partitions.....etc , so can it be infected? actually yes but every bootloader differs from every device model so it's impossible to make such a huge effort and apart from that if I would really make a virus for s pecific model bootloader, I'd play with CPU freq. and disable thermal throtle to burn the phone or simply to drain battery like hell or maybe corrupt the boot partitions to make it stuck at every boot or corrupt the charging voltage levels to make it impossible to charge again....and the evil goes on not just to prevent google store from updating!

رامز said:
so the solution would be the great Skinny version of MIUI made by @Gyovany96 ....you just need (in TWRP) wipe cache, Dalvik cache and system before installing the new ROM and the good news is a new version just came yesterday! I believe it comes with latest google apps preinstalled if not you can simply flash OpenGapps variants or installing MicroG Gms core and service framework then sideload google play store and installing it.
and about bootloader, it has nothing to do with specific apps ,it contains scripts that loads kernel modules/drivers and internal storage partitions.....etc , so can it be infected? actually yes but every bootloader differs from every device model so it's impossible to make such a huge effort and apart from that if I would really make a virus for s pecific model bootloader, I'd play with CPU freq. and disable thermal throtle to burn the phone or simply to drain battery like hell or maybe corrupt the boot partitions to make it stuck at every boot or corrupt the charging voltage levels to make it impossible to charge again....and the evil goes on not just to prevent google store from updating!
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Thank you very much for your advice and information. Now I understand.
I already tried LineageOS and crDroid. Both are great but I love crDroid which is awesome!
Many, many thanks to developers and contributors for their hard but beautiful work.

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Honor 7 Google Play Services Severe Problems

Hope this is an appropriate place to post this :
I was very keen on the Honor 7 due to 64gb memory, sd card, octacore processor, battery and price.
I ordered one from China, and have had it for 2 days. However, am having severe problems.
When adding an account, there is no option for 'Google'.
I have installed Google Play from the Huawei app store and added an account via Play's startup, and for a while, I could download
from Play store and synch gmail and contacts.
I then started to get error "Error while retrieving information from the server RPC:S-7:AEC-0 ..." when trying to download from
the Playstore.
I have tried *many* recommendations including :
*Deleting data and cache from Play app, Play services, and framework services.
*Deleting the account and re-adding.
*Full factory reset and adding Play again from the app store.
*Uninstalling Play service updates so it rolls back to factory version and running Play again to force it to update Play services
to the latest version.
Some of the attempts temporarily resurrect Play, and synching, but now I get "Google play services which some of your
applications rely on is not supported by your device"
Each time I try a fix, the time it runs successfully seems less.
Is it worth me perservering with this : for example is it the need for international firmware on the phone? Could flashing a new
ROM get round this?
Is it because I can't add a Google account. It's weird I managed to download loads of apps, but now can't download any!
Or is it likely to be a phone hardware / firmware / memory unfixable problem?
In every other respect, it's a superb phone and I am reluctant to start the whole returns process if possible, however, if I have
to , I must! (Trouble is, I can't see another phone I want as much : my requirements are maximum processor and memory plus must
support sd card).
Any help much appreciated.
My best guess is that you picked up the wrong version of GPS. You have 64bit processor and therefore must select the corresponded GPS. Try this:
Factory reset and enable adb debugging. Go to http://www.needrom.com/?s=honor+7&sa=search&scat=0, choose the correct ROM or upgrade if exist and flash it following the instructions carefully. Do not miss the ROM or instructions otherwise you can brick the phone.
After that flash the correct GPS from http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...ices-7-8-93-2104405-440-android-apk-download/ and GP from http://www.androidapksfree.com/apk/google-play-store-apk-latest-version-download/
Flash on your own risk. I'm not familiar with your previous activities and I'm not taking any responsibility. Good luck.
I am having exactly same problem with my honor 7. Glad I am not alone, however, I was not able to fix it on my own.
I actually did almost what piskr proposed: Installed older version of Google Play 5.7.10 or similar and so far it looks good.
Give it a try, apk could be found on the web
I have the same problem. I thought that was my fault and I am the only one. Now I see this is not specific. Bye the way I don't know the solution.
solution
bcseismail said:
I have the same problem. I thought that was my fault and I am the only one. Now I see this is not specific. Bye the way I don't know the solution.
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The correct solution should be posted here.
interesting post
v good
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Z4 RK3368 Android LP5.1/MM6 Octa Core 64bit 2/16gb TV Box

Hey Guys,
I have a couple questions about this android box I purchased that's had me somewhat puzzled.
I have been an avid android user over the past many years. I am familiar with flashing tons of roms to all the phones I have had. Except my s6, it just sucks for roms. Anyways I have purchased the android box in this link (can't post links this new) I can't seem to fine a manufacturer website, I've Google a million things about the box and searched but I can't find anything. even in the instruction book there's no website or anything.
basically I'm looking to figure out how to at least update this box. there's no option in about device. also I don't like how the flash drive on the device is split into nand flash and regular storage. I would like to merge them all into one. I am also looking for custom roms that might enable me to achieve that, however nowhere I look has this box in their forums or anywhere. maybe it's a cloned box? there are other boxes that have the exact same components (or so they say) with custom firmware, however I don't want to chance it and rich bricking this device.
anyone that can offer any help or lead me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated. thank you in advance!
CPU-Rockchip*3368*Octa-Core(1.5GHZ)
GPU-Quad-Core*Mail-T6X*series
Memory-DDRIII*2GB
Flash-EMMC*16GB*(Support*32GB)
WiFi*- 2.4GB+5GBIRInfra*
Remote*control
Bluetooth4.0*
PowerDC*input**
5V/2AAccessoriesgift*box
Power*charger*adapterHDM*cableIR*remote*controlAV*cableUser*ManualI/O1*HDM*2.0Up*to*2160P(2K*4K)2*USB*HOSTHost**USB port1*SPDIFCoaxial*1*TF*CARDSUPPORT*1~32GB1*RJ451000*BaseT1*Power*input5V/2ASoftwareOSAndroid*5.1 LollipopVideoMKV,WMV/VC-1*SP/MP/AP,MPG,MPEG,dat,avi,mov,iso,mp4,rm,H.264,H.265,realVideo*8/9/10,etc.*up*to*2160PAudioMP3,AAC,WMA,RM,FLAC,OGGPicturejpg,JPEG,MJPEG,PNGAdobe*FlashAdobe*Flash*10.1*support*or*aboveSupport*languageChinese*,*English*,Germany*,Japanese,*Korea**etc.**24*languagesDLNASupports Video and Music Playback over networkGoogleTV*RemoteThrough*wi-fi*network*to*realize*control*the*productLANThrough*the*LAN,*can*check*other*devices*to*share*information3D*moiveSupport*3D*movieMotivator*air-mouseSupport*the*body*feeling*game,*such*as*playing*tennis,*paper*planes,*shooting,*etcApplicationsOnlineBrowse*all**video*websitesAppsDownload games and applications from the Google play storeMediumLocal*Media*playback,support for HDD, SD*cardTalk*onlineSupport**SKYPE*video**call*,MSN*,*facebook*,twitter etcOthersSupports Wifi, has router network extender functionsSupports KODI,*Email*and more
Many roms / firmwares being updated for this device:
http://freaktab.com/forum/tv-player...y-x6-acemax-ak838-z4-rk3368-ekb368-custom-rom
http://chinagadgetsreviews.blogspot.ro/2016/01/download-latest-android-lollipop-511.html?m=1
This 1 used by me and referred in other posts. Fast and stable. 16gb unified storage. Kodi and the works.
Make sure you use restore in FactoryTool_v1.39 from archive:
http://download1691.mediafire.com/p...dating+instruction&Drivers&Flashing+Tools.zip
http://4pda.ru/forum/lofiversion/index.php?t702783-100.html
roland deschan said:
Many roms / firmwares being updated for this device:
http://freaktab.com/forum/tv-player...y-x6-acemax-ak838-z4-rk3368-ekb368-custom-rom
http://chinagadgetsreviews.blogspot.ro/2016/01/download-latest-android-lollipop-511.html?m=1
This 1 used by me and referred in other posts. Fast and stable. 16gb unified storage. Kodi and the works.
Make sure you use restore in FactoryTool_v1.39 from archive:
http://download1691.mediafire.com/p...dating+instruction&Drivers&Flashing+Tools.zip
http://4pda.ru/forum/lofiversion/index.php?t702783-100.html
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I just picked up one of these about a week ago and found instructions to install TWRP and update SuperSU. The box had 'root' out of the box but it was some specialized root based on an old version of SuperSU (1.93 I believe).
I have successfully installed TWRP 2.8.7.0 and updated to SuperSU 2.46.
Since this is just an android tablet essentially, does anyone know if you can flash these ROMs through TWRP?
Not to my knowledge, just use above tool. It will go alive once you are in bootloader with usb otg cable connected to win (of course with driver pack etc. installed). Titanium or else can do that, instead of trying to press reset button while powering on. Of course recovery will go back to default.
roland deschan said:
Not to my knowledge, just use above tool. It will go alive once you are in bootloader with usb otg cable connected to win (of course with driver pack etc. installed). Titanium or else can do that, instead of trying to press reset button while powering on. Of course recovery will go back to default.
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Are you running liamstears custom ROM or the 12/22 factory firmware?
The split internal storage is something I would like to do without, but I was wondering if it was changed on the 12/22 factory firmware?
12/22 firmware. Fast and stable.
Havent tried liamstears yet. Feedback if you do please.
awesome thanks! thats what I suspected when I was going through the firmwares for these devices. I just wasn't sure if the z4 rk3368 device would work on this one. I've seen a few brands with z4 and as I know with phones.. wrong brand and you're bricked lol. anyways.. I ended up buying a tronsmart vega s95 telos.. but it didn't come rooted. so I rooted it and now I'm getting play services force close and all sorts of bugs and errors.. maybe I'll just keep the z4. it seems to work better.
what link did you follow to get twrp installed?? same thing I'm guessing, punch z4 twrp in google and eventually come upon the right place.
12/22 factory firmware? mines stuck at Nov 10 I think.. it won't let me update using the rk settings app.. which is why I was fed up with it in the first place lol.
12/22 firmware. Unified 16gb App storage. More available with microsd card. Fully functional Kodi with channels, etc. 4k HEVC x265 movies. Youtube 1080p.
Easiest method to update rom is to put extracted update.img from zip file
http://chinagadgetsreviews.blogspot.ro/2016/01/download-latest-android-lollipop-511.html?m=1
on a sdcard / usb and boot. After about a minute into the Android desktop, system will ask for update prompt. Only applicable to system still with default recovery.
If you have some stability issues or with different recovery, you can backup your apps / data with Titanium etc. and then use above Factory tool restore new rom.
These roms usually come with their own recovery, but some modded ones with TWRP/full root, supersu and all. But you dont really need them.
thanks a lot man! I'm downloading right now and will test it on my box tomorrow after work!
I've tried 100 times and it just keeps saying failed to mount /mnt/external_sd (no such device)
I'm using my USB flash drive.
this is becomming a huge pain in the just to update I'm starting to think why this company can make these products and not have any support or anything for it . and that flash tool is in mandarin and I can't even figure out how to work that. I put in the update.img and press go.. but whenever I try to boot to download mode like you mentioned in one of the posts it just turns off the box.. this thing is literally a piece of junk. and so is this tronsmart vega s95.. same thing. it's extremely frustrating. whoever developed this z4 box did a really chappy job on the firmware.. and I do not recommend it to anyone..
If you had gone through the instructions pdf, it clearly shows how to change into English by pressing the World icon. Remember in bootloader mode the tv screen would be black, if you are using the tool. The big red button will turn into green to show readiness.
For automatic update you dont even have to go into recovery as seen in attached image. Easiest.
Hi Roland,
love to see that there are already XDA-members looking at the Z4 TV box. I have just ordered one and hope to get it within a few weeks. Just some dumb questions, hoping you can provide me with some information:
- I see that there are several 'versions' of the Z4: for instance Acemax, but I have ordered the Andoer. Are those just different manufacturers?
- Are there any differences in model/content (installed app's) per manufacturer?
- If my Andoer turned out to have an older firmware than the 22/12, could I still use the Acemax 22/12 firmware you refered to in your link?
- Kodi will be preinstalled, I saw. I do not know what version of Kodi that will be, but can it just be updated to the most recent version in the Google Play Store?
- I do not know what other apps are installed, but is it possible to de-install apps you do not need, or are they part of the firmware and impossible to delete
I know, part of the answers I surely will discover once I got the Z4, but I just can't wait to start experimenting, even it is only in my mind
Thanks in advance!
Jos
hi Roland
I tried that batch tool first which is the one I couldn't change languages in lol. but the other tool with the red button I changed into English. however I did not know that it would remain blank when in download mode. I will have to give it one more go tonight with it. I figured that I loaded it into bootloader and the z4 box light turned red so I thought it was off and didn't load to bootloader.
I also did the USB update and it would just fail on me every time I used it. the update prompt did come up and I pressed install. perhaps I need to check if USB debugging is on. I think it is but it wouldn't hurt to check. but I think I will have to go through the factory tool to update way for sure.
thanks for your help roland, I will write back after I give it another go tonight!
i can't find the 22/12 update ! can anybody share the link direct to firmware ?
@DriftJos
l have got an Andoer too. Most of these brands come from the same hardware factory and thus have the same specs/apps.
Yes you will use the same firmware https://mega.nz/#!JBBXgDgC!VSra8Hc6KR77Pvdw67eDpjeT_ku-TXdYgYaInSAfyvU (direct link @prisim) or several user dev roms. Unified 16gb app storage etc and the works.
You can uninstall bundled Kodi (by Titanium free etc.) by official Kodi Jarvis 16.0 beta 5 & such with pass-through support test builds @ http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=252852
Again you will be able to uninstall useless apps directly or through Titanium.
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@mikekuel25
Always mention the firmware version you are having and which recovery? The automatic update should work if you still have the factory recovery.
Check the FactoryTool process in attached images.
I'm trying to flash the firmware that I downloaded from that China gadgets site that was mentioned on this thread. I think it's the stock 12/22 for the device. and I have stock recovery.
I extracted the update.exe file and saved it to my USB drive plugged it in and restarted. relieved the update prompt. chose install update and it rebooted into recovery and tried to apply the update but it fails. I'm not ready to give up yet with this device lol. it's just another platform I have to learn. it took me a bit with smartphones to figure it out back in the day.. perhaps it's the same thing now..
and I'm updated to 12/22.. awesome. those pictures really helped me man thanks.
now as for installing twrp and all that. you mentioned that it's not really needed? I'm assuming I can flash any rom given they are in .img format using factory tool. however the benefit of twrp would be an easier interface for creating nandroid backups and clearing cache/factory reset. perhaps I will install it. i might give leamstears rom a try. I will let you know how it is if I do.
thanks again!
so I updated to the new 12/22.. everything works fine except with Google play store.. I keep getting a can't retrieve source error with everything I try to download. I've refreshed and factory reset the firmware 5 times now and kept trying.
so I got fed up with the stock so I tried leamstears rom and it works great.. except sometimes it just becomes completely unresponsive. I'm starting to think there is something wrong with this box. even on stock firmware from the box I've been having issues with unresponsive freezing.
what do you think of the nvidia shield?
mikekuel25 said:
so I updated to the new 12/22.. everything works fine except with Google play store.. I keep getting a can't retrieve source error with everything I try to download. I've refreshed and factory reset the firmware 5 times now and kept trying.
so I got fed up with the stock so I tried leamstears rom and it works great.. except sometimes it just becomes completely unresponsive. I'm starting to think there is something wrong with this box. even on stock firmware from the box I've been having issues with unresponsive freezing.
what do you think of the nvidia shield?
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The PlayStore error you were seeing is because the 12/22 firmware comes with a *very* old version (5.2.x). The PlayStore will eventually update everything to the latest version by itself but if you don't want to wait, go over to apkmirror.com and download PlayStore 6.0.5 and install it manually. Once you do, it should also update the Play Services to 8.4.x and your should be good to go. I had this issue as well but I had seen it before and knew I needed to update.
So far the 12/22 version has been great, and having the unified internal storage is a huge plus.
If you feel so inclined, knowing that some of the custom builds of Kodi take up a large amount of space... there is this trick that was introduced in Helix:
http://kodi.wiki/view/HOW-TO:Change data location for Android
This will allow you to have only the Kodi app on internal storage (~125 MB) and any data from addons/programs etc. in another location (such as an external SD).
I often
1. Install Kodi on internal storage
2. Zip up the contents of org.xbmc.com directory
3. Copy it to external storage
4. Unzip it in /external_sd/kodi_data
5. Create the xbmc_env.properties file that references my Kodi data location.
6. Delete the contents of /sdcard/Android/data/org.xbmc.com/
Voila! You have freed up internal storage.... You can also persist a Kodi setup this way or run multiple custom installs. If you re-image your media box, you can re-install Kodi and as long as the xbmc_env.properties points to your external_sd with your Kodi data, it will start right up back into your setup... :good:

[GUIDE] install OpenGapps on Stock ROM (Chinese version, VIE-AL10C)

I have recently acquired a P9 Plus (Chinese Version) and one of the issues with all of the Android phones sold in China is that they don't have Google services (Google in banned in China because of its refusal to comply with the Chinese internet regulations). There are ways you can install bits and pieces from the Huawei app store but it would be difficult to get all of the Google services together. There are ways already posted on XDA where you can install contact sync and app store one by one, but to me downloading through apkmirror (or any other site) could be a risk since those are uploaded by anonymous users and unless you can decompile the code and try to understand what's in those, it would be difficult to know if the apk is or is not doing something that are not designed for.
This guide assumes that you have unlocked bootloader and installed TWRP on it. Also I am not sure if you need to root the phone (which is pretty much for free once you had TWRP installed) but I had my phone rooted by the time I installed OpenGapps, obviously during this process you would have got the ADB drivers installed.
This process will wipe all user data, so please make sure you do a backup on your phone first.
First step is to download the installer zip to PC (or to SD card, I didn't have a spare SD card so I just download directly to PC), go to http://opengapps.org/, choose ARM64 (I know it is not actually ARM processor but somehow this package works, may be ARM and Kirin have compatible instruction set? That will sure make custom ROM development a lot easier!), 6.0 for OS version and choose the package you would like to have. I used nano but I am sure for other packages would work too.
Now go to TWRP on your phone. If you have downloaded the installer on your SD card you can just do Install -> select the zip and flash. I downloaded to my PC so I have to use the Sideload route, basically go to Advanced -> ADB sideload and simply do adb sideload FILE_NAME.zip (replace FILE_NAME with the actual OpenGapps package name you have downloaded). After that I originally tried to wipe caches and simply reboot but that didn't work for me.
So here is the trick, you will need to wipe Data and Internal Storage as well. I know, this sounds crazy but this is how it worked for me. If you managed to get other combinations to work feel free to suggest here as well.
What I did was I went to Wipe -> Advanced Wipe wiped Cache/Dalvik Cache, Internal Storage and Data (i.e., check everything except System and Micro SDCard) and then did a wipe.
After that, Reboot -> System.
Now once you are done with the set up, you will be greeted with an "uglier" version of the original UI (no fancy gold color!), but guess what, you should be able to see Google Play Store and you should be able to add Google accounts in Settings -> accounts.
For some reason I noticed if you try to add Google accounts you seem to be able to add one only (may be I overlooked something) so what I did was I went to the GMail app then go to Settings -> Add Account and that allows me to add the other Google accounts. Once you add a Google account on the GMail app it should be visible in other Google apps (App Store/Movies/Games, for instance) as well.
Any questions/better ideas feel free to post them below.
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jvelasco said:
CFW: P9Plus B198 ROM Kangvip (excelent ROM!)
With micro opengapps...
Work fine...
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Can you post download link please? I can't download, it is all in Chinese
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jvelasco said:
P9Plus_B198_Kangvip.zip
MD5: 349790fd71aa7b721bf172cfacec3056
For me the most useful of this ROM:
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this rom without google apps
or how we can install google apps
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To all: KangVIP ROMs has tonnes of bloatware in it including something called QiHu360 Browser that can't be removed automatically, please consider this before install the KangVIP ROM.
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zhuanyi said:
If you have read my post above, KangVIP has stuff that can not be removed (not easily at least), the official 198 has none of that.
If you want to post about the KangVIP ROM at least have the decency to start your own thread.
Beyond that, I don't really understand what you are trying to say.
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To foolish words, deaf ears!
zhuanyi said:
I have recently acquired a P9 Plus (Chinese Version) and one of the issues with all of the Android phones sold in China is that they don't have Google services (Google in banned in China because of its refusal to comply with the Chinese internet regulations). There are ways you can install bits and pieces from the Huawei app store but it would be difficult to get all of the Google services together. There are ways already posted on XDA where you can install contact sync and app store one by one, but to me downloading through apkmirror (or any other site) could be a risk since those are uploaded by anonymous users and unless you can decompile the code and try to understand what's in those, it would be difficult to know if the apk is or is not doing something that are not designed for.
This guide assumes that you have unlocked bootloader and installed TWRP on it. Also I am not sure if you need to root the phone (which is pretty much for free once you had TWRP installed) but I had my phone rooted by the time I installed OpenGapps, obviously during this process you would have got the ADB drivers installed.
This process will wipe all user data, so please make sure you do a backup on your phone first.
First step is to download the installer zip to PC (or to SD card, I didn't have a spare SD card so I just download directly to PC), go to http://opengapps.org/, choose ARM64 (I know it is not actually ARM processor but somehow this package works, may be ARM and Kirin have compatible instruction set? That will sure make custom ROM development a lot easier!), 6.0 for OS version and choose the package you would like to have. I used nano but I am sure for other packages would work too.
Now go to TWRP on your phone. If you have downloaded the installer on your SD card you can just do Install -> select the zip and flash. I downloaded to my PC so I have to use the Sideload route, basically go to Advanced -> ADB sideload and simply do adb sideload FILE_NAME.zip (replace FILE_NAME with the actual OpenGapps package name you have downloaded). After that I originally tried to wipe caches and simply reboot but that didn't work for me.
So here is the trick, you will need to wipe Data and Internal Storage as well. I know, this sounds crazy but this is how it worked for me. If you managed to get other combinations to work feel free to suggest here as well.
What I did was I went to Wipe -> Advanced Wipe wiped Cache/Dalvik Cache, Internal Storage and Data (i.e., check everything except System and Micro SDCard) and then did a wipe.
After that, Reboot -> System.
Now once you are done with the set up, you will be greeted with an "uglier" version of the original UI (no fancy gold color!), but guess what, you should be able to see Google Play Store and you should be able to add Google accounts in Settings -> accounts.
For some reason I noticed if you try to add Google accounts you seem to be able to add one only (may be I overlooked something) so what I did was I went to the GMail app then go to Settings -> Add Account and that allows me to add the other Google accounts. Once you add a Google account on the GMail app it should be visible in other Google apps (App Store/Movies/Games, for instance) as well.
Any questions/better ideas feel free to post them below.
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Hie, does re-locking bootloader clear the phone? Just like unlocking
ndiri said:
Hie, does re-locking bootloader clear the phone? Just like unlocking
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I don't think locking does (at least with my experience in using the dload method), however if you want to unlock again later on it will wipe the phone. I'd recommend you to backup the phone before performing any of these actions though.
zhuanyi said:
I don't think locking does (at least with my experience in using the dload method), however if you want to unlock again later on it will wipe the phone. I'd recommend you to backup the phone before performing any of these actions though.
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why is the dload not working in some instances? like on AL10, I cannot perform the dload update method, i have the latest update of emui 5.0 thats why i wanna re-lock then downgrade using hi-suit, then flash twrp and flash the updated version. it sucks,
but maybe you can help me on how to do the dload update.

MTCB/MTCC rk3188 (5.1.1) Firmware

For convenience, latest MicroG & Open GApps enabled MTCB/MTCC firmware, in a suitable thread.
Updated on July 3, 2018:
(reason in post #636)
MicroG in post #396, and here:
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Open GApps in post #416, and here:
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They are interchangeable, same partitioning, I would switch between them with a wipe all in recovery. I'd also say equally fast.
I currently use the Open GApps version, recommendable, since it does not require special settings or workarounds, as being 100% Google compatible. It also performs a one time nice Google setup of the unit, beginning with language, account, and so on.
Note to all using this firmware for the first time: since it is differently partitioned from what you had before, you must also perform a wipe all in recovery, ideally just before the first startup (to avoid wasting time), or at any time now.
WARNING: MicroG Core and LP don't work well: contacts are not seen from apps like Hangouts, Google/Voice Search, while True Contacts needs local loading of profile & contacts - from vcards on the internal SD. Therefore I strongly recommend the Open GApps version!
Note also that with the MicroG version, the gms core app must be configured, and Hangouts' service called NetworkConnectionCheckingService must be disabled, for Hangouts to work:
Code:
pm disable com.google.android.talk/com.google.android.apps.hangouts.service.NetworkConnectionCheckingService
TomTom GO storage support is explained in post #45.
TT GO spoofing is in post #392.
Poweramp's early start&restart is also supported by default.
Phone calls via a BT connected phone could be dialed by (always) selecting the MTC Service(aka Headunit), as the preferred dialer.
MTC Sound direct sound control is readily supported, if the associated hardware mod is also done.
Automatic screen brightness control based on location&time is also implemented by default.
Blank logo kernels are in post #600 (get them while they last).
Developer Mode in post #332.
Firmware is also rooted and xposed.
To those who make outlandish claims about this firmware: they are either trolls or firmware is not for them. However firmware supports all rk3188 MTCB or MTCC units. Make your own judgement, and don't get scared away.
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BTW, be careful, don't ruin this thread of mine, because I won't open another ever again...
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Here's another one: in principle, unless an unlikely bug is reported, I don't reply in this thread to users who are not listed as saying thank you to this post.
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Thanks @dsa8310 .. your rooms are great .. I installed microg rom yesterday . Works great . Will try the new one soon. The only question I have is the performance of both roms similar coz I have 1GB Ram
dsa8310 said:
For convenience, latest MicroG & Open GApps enabled MTCB/MTCC firmware, in a suitable thread.
MicroG in post #396.
Open GApps in post #416.
They are interchangeable, same partitioning, I would switch between them with a wipe all in recovery.
I currently use the Open GApps version, recommendable, since it does not require special settings or workarounds.
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Hi @dsa8310, is it possible to find what version of your firmware that I have installed in my radio. I think I updated yesterday, but not sure if it the recent one that you posted yesterday.
Maybe a tall tell signature or something to look for.
Again, thanks for your work on the firmware. And I hope this section works out for you.
Wayne
The Open GApps firmware has DPI 240 (as the original) while MicroG has DPI 210 and it appears shifted slightly to the left on 800x480 screens, at least.
It's a detail that could be easily adjusted (parameter ro.sf.lcd_density in file /system/build.prop).
The MicroG specific (gms) app is also present in its corresponding flavor lineup, plus the extra xposed module (for fake signature).
Other than that I don't keep track of versions - it's only the last one that matters.
As usualI I ll be putting the ROMs on the fileserver for everyone.
Where is the donate button ?
Thank you very much for your hard work
I am running right now DSA Rom 5.1.1 with MicroG and its awesome.....
So fast and stable, highly recommended.
Should I switch to open gapps ? I am very happy with MicroG, is it worth it ?
Best regards
dsa8310 said:
The Open GApps firmware has DPI 240 (as the original) while MicroG has DPI 210 and it appears shifted slightly to the left on 800x480 screens, at least.
It's a detail that could be easily adjusted (parameter ro.sf.lcd_density in file /system/build.prop).
The MicroG specific (gms) app is also present in its corresponding flavor lineup, plus the extra xposed module (for fake signature).
Other than that I don't keep track of versions - it's only the last one that matters.
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I have the 6/28 one.. MicroG I guess. Getting Gapps..
Thanks bud.
Like to donate as well..
EagleSoldier said:
Where is the donate button ?
Thank you very much for your hard work
I am running right now DSA Rom 5.1.1 with MicroG and its awesome.....
So fast and stable, highly recommended.
Should I switch to open gapps ? I am very happy with MicroG, is it worth it ?
Best regards
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I now use the (pico) Open GApps enabled version. I like it because I don't have to configure things and it is 100% Google compatible. I dislike it because of Google ads' undisturbed presence, unlike the MicroG version that avoids them, partially, at least for my set of apps.
There might be observable differences in their footprint size (necessary RAM) and load of system (background tasks). I can't say for sure, since I have a 2GB RAM (upgraded) unit. Furthermore, I run the same set of apps most of time: Poweramp and TomTom GO which have the same heavy requirements (TT mainly).
Perhaps 1GB units should use MicroG while 2GB ones could afford the Open GApps version.
A technical comparison between versions could be done, in a terminal (termux), with commands like "free -m" (free memory) and "uptime" (busybox uptime) (for load average); "busybox ps", too, if implemented.
But, ultimately, it's a matter of feeling: if you feel that one version is more responsive, feel free to use it.
(switching back and forth is facilitated by the same partitioning, though going through a wipe all in recovery seems necessary)
I've got a 1gb joying radio. I can confirm that system boot is much faster than Malaysk 4.4.4, BUT apps like Pandora and Google maps take ages to load and sometimes even freeze. So I'll go back to KitKat.
ankerede said:
I've got a 1gb joying radio. I can confirm that system boot is much faster than Malaysk 4.4.4, BUT apps like Pandora and Google maps take ages to load and sometimes even freeze. So I'll go back to KitKat.
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Have you tried both MicroG and Open GApps? If yes, was it any difference for you?
The system is tuned for TomTom GO, for example, if you make a folder called tomtom/com.tomtom.gplay.navapp/foobar on any of your external storage (the GPS card, usually) then big maps will stay externally. While TT GO, the "free" version (v1.16.1_Build_2077, if I recall correctly), lays around the internet...
(making the folder above will help even if TT is not installed, because the system will stop looking for it, in a loop)
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Have you tried both MicroG and Open GApps? If yes, was it any difference for you?
The system is tuned for TomTom GO, for example, if you make a folder called tomtom/com.tomtom.gplay.navapp/foobar on any of your external storage (the GPS card, usually) then big maps will stay externally. While TT GO, the "free" version (v1.16.1_Build_2077, if I recall correctly), lays around the internet...
(making the folder above will help even if TT is not installed, because the system will stop looking for it, in a loop)
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So far I I only used your latest micro G. I thought it might be quicker , because of less Google apps
ankerede said:
So far I I only used your latest micro G. I thought it might be quicker , because of less Google apps
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Well, if you expect all your apps to be supported, try the Open GApps version. It's the pico flavor, minimal setup for Google support.
(make a wipe all from recovery, just before first reboot)
dsa8310 said:
For convenience, latest MicroG & Open GApps enabled MTCB/MTCC firmware, in a suitable thread.
MicroG in post #396, and here:
mxupdateKLD1024x600LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part2.rar
mxupdateKLD1024x600LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part1.rar
mxupdateKLD800x480LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part2.rar
mxupdateKLD800x480LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part1.rar
Open GApps in post #416, and here:
oxupdateKLD1024x600LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part2.rar
oxupdateKLD1024x600LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part1.rar
oxupdateKLD800x480LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part2.rar
oxupdateKLD800x480LP5.1.1.rk3188.MTCB-C.December.part1.rar
They are interchangeable, same partitioning, I would switch between them with a wipe all in recovery. I'd also say equally fast.
I currently use the Open GApps version, recommendable, since it does not require special settings or workarounds, as being 100% Google compatible.
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Are these versions different from what you posted on the other thread? You said on the other thread to wipe before installing the GApps version.
If I can switch between them without a full wipe, I'll give some feedback on which one is faster on 1GB.
elyl said:
Are these versions different from what you posted on the other thread? You said on the other thread to wipe before installing the GApps version.
If I can switch between them without a full wipe, I'll give some feedback on which one is faster on 1GB.
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No, they are not.
It's possible, but then uninstall by hand three apps: com.google.android.gsf, org.microg.gms.droidguard, FakeGapps1.1, and then reboot.
Hi dsa,
i'm on your latest microg version of your firmware with the playstore. But when i open the playstore and try to connect i get this error: [RH-01]
any idea?
problem iam facing now i cant play music while using google maps, any help?
dsa8310 said:
Well, if you expect all your apps to be supported, try the Open GApps version. It's the pico flavor, minimal setup for Google support.
(make a wipe all from recovery, just before first reboot)
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I give it a + for GApps. Still works nice with Google Play and able to use what you paid for with no issues.
Finally got more play time with the latest and I like it.. Using 1G, no upgrade memory at all..
Still need to add a few more apps.. but good to go..
Thanks @dsa8310
Yes, the MicroG version is not 100% compatible, and also needs some extra configurations (described in the other thread, see the mentioned posts - in the OP of this thread - and subsequent ones).
While the Open GApps version is fully supported, and equally fast, no drawbacks at all.
The speed is determined by the mix of apps run on the HU, in any case.
I would suggest that you check out the Open GApps version - make a wipe all (from recovery) just before the first start, and you will enjoy a nice one time Google setup of the unit, commencing with language, account, and so on.
And once you go black you'll never go back!
dsa8310 said:
Yes, the MicroG version is not 100% compatible, and also needs some extra configurations (described in the other thread, see the mentioned posts - in the OP of this thread - and subsequent ones).
While the Open GApps version is fully supported, and equally fast, no drawbacks at all.
The speed is determined by the mix of apps run on the HU, in any case.
I would suggest that you check out the Open GApps version - make a wipe all (from recovery) just before the first start, and you will enjoy a nice one time Google setup of the unit, commencing with language, account, and so on.
And once you go black you'll never go back!
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Exactly what I did. A setup that I have never seen before had to be done. Great Job.
It's Open GApps' merit, not mine. Once the setup is done, everything else falls into place.

GApps on CN ROM 3.26 (PIE 9.0) - and root (CN and OMNI)

First thing first,... I'm Just a noob here, I just did some testing things during my quarantine free time and got many errors with this Red Magic (which as far as I know has no update until now for international user). So, If there's something you guys know more than Me, or if I might do something wrong on my guide here, please correct me...
My goal was to get rid of the touchscreen bugs which still exist on International ROM (Oreo 8.1), but I still want the RGB light feature also...
Do it at your own risk!
Here you go:
ROOT for Omni 9.0 Unofficial by Vache and CN ROM 3.26 you can get it here
This root method I got it from here by member changguangyu on Red Magic 3!
Here you go :
I've tried with Fresh stock CN ROM 3.26 (update from without formating, result always failed for google apps at least for me)
install TWRP from fastboot
Download Magisk Manager (using 7.5.1 (267) when this post created)
Extract your boot.img from your Rom and save it to your download folder (i dunno - already tried to put it in another place, it gave me nothing).
Open Magisk Manager and it will say something like Magisk not Installed
Install it and select and patch the boot file you saved before.
It will create magisk_patched.img and save it to your computer.
Enable developer options > make sure to check (ON)USB debugging and OEM unlock on your device
Open command prompt on Windows: reboot to fastboot command :
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Unlock your device
Code:
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX609J
Use command :
Code:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
Reboot! and your phone should be rooted now.
Installing GAPPS on CN ROM 3.26 better, and simple method:
with this method, it was much simpler and the result is Google Play can download big files like PUBG Mobile
First, make sure your device is rooted!
Second, make sure twrp are installed (I use the one that came in the same link with omni 9.0 i think)
Third just flash GAPPS get it at Opengapps get it here . I use the pico one...
that's it! everything is smooth at least for me.
Now for a bit tricky part
Installing GApps (Google Play Services, etc) CN ROM only (I'm using 3.26).
This can be done after you root your device!
Open Magisk and go to the module, search for App Systemizer (Terminal Emulator) by Veez21 and reboot your device.
Download Google Installer (Chinese apps) (got it from this thread ) by Teeemoo
Click the blue-button and install everything until all the checklist is finished! After the install is done, don't open any google or add an account yet!.
Go to settings > App info > search for google calendar sync and everything that smells like google set every permission to yes! even storage! yes, Anything! (At first, I did not allow storage permission for play services, and it gives me an error during contact sync!) (Also you may want to check Settings > Notification Management > Playstore > make it open ).
Search for Termux (terminal emulator) on the internet, download the apk and install it. (I think I remembered it using F-Droid)
open termux use the following command :
Code:
su
then
Code:
systemize
then choose option
Code:
1
listed apps will be shown. choose Google apps at which number you want to systemize (mine started on 10 until 15) so i put
Code:
10
enter and then I make it as privilege apps or priv-apps by choosing option number
Code:
2
, and then go back to menu
Code:
y
--- Choose another google apps until it finished!
After all that, reboot!
Start by opening the play store
And Voila :fingers-crossed::good::laugh:
Tips:
Already tested it, some google features will not work nicely if it's not system apps... My solution is :
Install all google apps that i need after Play Store is installed nicely.
Example for Google Assistant (Saying "Hey Google" hot words) : Force Stop Nubia Share, Nubia Voice
Allow all permission, also go to Settings > Power Management > Application Power Management > Your Apps > Regardless of Control.
After that, Open Termux and systemize the Google Assistant.
After Reboot you will be prompted for "Okay, Google" hotword detection.
Again if someone has better tips, please post it...
I also experience some apps that don't run on the background (Whatsapp for example) - u need to run it first and don't clear from recent sometimes I guess.
I tried to download PUBG Mobile, and it says: can't update blablabla... see common ways to fix the problem (anyone knows how to resolve this issue? - (this problem only for big file i think) )
The Chinese Rom is nice, but it gave me a headache sometimes I already allow permission to some apps, when reopen, it goes back doesn't have permission again.... but after making it as a system (priv-app) from the app systemizer (from magisk and use it with Termux), all goes well.
PS: it will be great if someone can test this too, or make this ROM bloat-free! Thanks :good:
*latest update with CN ROM 3.32 = it works with this method...
UPDATE : CMIIW the 3.32 is so buggy for me, for example : we can't hear anything for ringtone after we changed the ringtone using mp3, and more bugs again... ringtone always getting silent by itself after several hour reboot, the most annoying thing is, fingerprint sometimes working sometimes not!. anyone that use 3.32 please share your experience too please...
Great work![emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]
great
I suppose first of all you have flashed custom recovery and then you tried install root
strakell said:
I suppose first of all you have flashed custom recovery and then you tried install root
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For flashing boot.img I don't need to go to recovery... I just do it via fastboot command without entering recovery... But, it will be better if you have TWRP installed just in case.
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/53 new release 3.30 here ... anyone care to try ?
ianseer said:
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/53 new release 3.30 here ... anyone care to try ?
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Downloading is pain from chinese website. But yeah will try today and see how it goes
it can be rooted but not android version change. Its still android 9. can be rooted but takes hell of a time to debloat the ROM. Maybe changing back to the official 8.1.
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it can be rooted but not android version change. Its still android 9. can be rooted but takes hell of a time to debloat the ROM. Maybe changing back to the official 8.1.
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thanks appriciate it man... any changes for touch screen issue especially when phone is hot? and also it should be support dual window mode now (as far as i read by the google translate)
ianseer said:
thanks appriciate it man... any changes for touch screen issue especially when phone is hot? and also it should be support dual window mode now (as far as i read by the google translate)
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this phone for me never got that much hot. It never had any touch issues. But yeah now u have latest security patch with this update. But the webview is still age old 66 something which is pain in ass. With root you can change atleast latest webview.
ROM V3.30 twrp-3.3.1-1
sorry for my english, IT WORKS, i tried the rom v3.30 and the official TWRP twrp-3.3.1-1-nx609j_SAR.img, downloaded from the official page twrp.me, just can´t hide magisk, display hide magisk failed and NETFLIX app doesn't work, your device isn't compatible, everything else is fine. about the touch bug and the heat, i don't have any problem.
TWRP release a new version Download twrp-3.4.0-0-nx609j.img, it´s available from the official page twrp me, for those who wants netflix app, use the version 4.16.1, sorry i can't publish the links
V3.31
Red Devils gaming mobile phone V3.31 (official version)
Release Date: 2020-09-22
Release Notes
system
Optimization: system stability and fluency
Fix: Incorporate Google GPU patch
game
Fix: Probabilistic black screen problem during the game
Fix: Probabilistic automatic screen lock during gameplay
other
Optimization: Fast charge animation
The optimized content of this update includes but is not limited to the items listed above
Red Devils gaming mobile phone V3.32
Software version: V3.32 (stable version)
Release Date: 2020-12-25
Version: V3.32Size: 2.34GB
MD5: 14233218463968118E9A2B8B9F82A246
Update log
Release Notes
system
Optimization: system stability and fluency
Update: Google Security Patch
Communication
New: Unicom vote function
other
Update: Phone Manager version
Update: browser version
The optimized content of this update includes but is not limited to the items listed above
http://romdownload.nubia.com/%E7%BA%A2%E9%AD%94%E7%94%B5%E7%AB%9E%E6%B8%B8%E6%88%8F%E6%89%8B%E6%9C%BA/V3.32/NX609J-update.zip
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http://romdownload.nubia.com/%E7%BA%A2%E9%AD%94%E7%94%B5%E7%AB%9E%E6%B8%B8%E6%88%8F%E6%89%8B%E6%9C%BA/V3.32/NX609J-update.zip
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https://twrp.me/nx609j/twrp-3.4.0-0-nx609j.img
i have a 3.32 rom,its fantastic,but i need help to install Gapps,i have try,but nothing work,anyone can help me?i would appreciate it very much, i'm using it as second phone, and it's a bomb, but i don't want to put back the international rom, i prefer the cn, partly i solved it with huawei appgallery, but i would like the playstore..thanks
ok, i managed to put the apps, thanks to this guide, but in the playstore i still see the device not certified, how can i solve?
batocchietto_29_ said:
ok, i managed to put the apps, thanks to this guide, but in the playstore i still see the device not certified, how can i solve?
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i think there is no way to get the device certified, because is a chinese rom, but i have no problem with that, only some apps can download from playstore as like netflix
TWRP for nx609j​twrp-3.5.1_9-0-nx609j.img
Download twrp-3.5.1_9-0-nx609j.img
Download page for twrp-3.5.1_9-0-nx609j.img
dl.twrp.me

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