Some of us if not a lot of us have been facing Widevine certification issue out of the box mainly the phone being L3 instead of L1 as per advertised.
Picked mine up 2 days ago and sure enough it was L3. Some of the posts here stated that Oppo told them that the mainboard needed to be changed / they swapped the device however i can now confirm this is not a hardware issue.
Took mine back to the Oppo service centre the very next morning and they fixed it within 30 minutes. When i walked in, the frontdesk customer service representative didn't even know the issue. In fact they didn't even know what Widevine was.
1. Prior to sending and after , my firmware version remained the same which is - CPH2025_11_A.23 ( June security patch - latest version as of now )
2. Phone was not reset when i collected it back 30 minutes later. Every app and settings remained the same as well.
When i asked them what was done to fix it, they told me that they contacted Oppo China and they were given a file to install and reconfigure. Upon further questioning ie what file and can i have a copy of the apk, they declined to answer and stated it's due to privacy reasons.
Firmware version images :
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TL;DR : From the looks of it , this can definitely be fixed with a software update. Just hope that some media picks this up so that Oppo is aware as for now when you email them, all they ask you to do is either reset your phone or clear netflix cache data. Spending so much on a phone only to enjoy Netflix and Amazon Prime content in SD is utterly ridonkulous.
Hope this helps, although there's no Guide, i hope this thread picks up traction and OPPO realizes that this is a common issue.
Cheers.
Edit : Check this post for the fix : https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82989917&postcount=5
My Find X2 Pro Genuine Italian with FW CPH2025_11A.18
UK user L1 firmware a22 and all is well
trapcoder666 said:
Some of us if not a lot of us have been facing Widevine certification issue out of the box mainly the phone being L3 instead of L1 as per advertised.
Picked mine up 2 days ago and sure enough it was L3. Some of the posts here stated that Oppo told them that the mainboard needed to be changed / they swapped the device however i can now confirm this is not a hardware issue.
Took mine back to the Oppo service centre the very next morning and they fixed it within 30 minutes. When i walked in, the frontdesk customer service representative didn't even know the issue. In fact they didn't even know what Widevine was.
1. Prior to sending and after , my firmware version remained the same which is - CPH2025_11_A.23 ( June security patch - latest version as of now )
2. Phone was not reset when i collected it back 30 minutes later. Every app and settings remained the same as well.
When i asked them what was done to fix it, they told me that they contacted Oppo China and they were given a file to install and reconfigure. Upon further questioning ie what file and can i have a copy of the apk, they declined to answer and stated it's due to privacy reasons.
Firmware version images :
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Widevine before and after :
View attachment 5041689 View attachment 5041691
TL;DR : From the looks of it , this can definitely be fixed with a software update. Just hope that some media picks this up so that Oppo is aware as for now when you email them, all they ask you to do is either reset your phone or clear netflix cache data. Spending so much on a phone only to enjoy Netflix and Amazon Prime content in SD is utterly ridonkulous.
Hope this helps, although there's no Guide, i hope this thread picks up traction and OPPO realizes that this is a common issue.
Cheers.
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Same issue here.
I´ve just speak with the oppo Service Assitance and i´m waiting for their feedback.
Agree with you that with a simply software update issue should be fixed but i´m , afraid that they don´t know well how they need to proceed.
i´ll keep you posted.
Kind regards.
Confirmed fix for Widevine L3 to L1
So i opened a thread here previously stating that i had an issue with my widevine and the service centre managed to fix it very short time. Found this apk hidden in my phone just now when i was doing some clean up. I think Oppo service centre forgot to remove it.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-a07h9lX2LO1IwEzifbmQWxg0hchSUDj/view?usp=sharing
Widevine services apk, when you click install, it should install the key. Not sure if this apk was configured specifically for my phone but those having the issue may try it out.
Godspeed
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edit : I tested on 2 of my friends phones who had this issue and it managed to resolve it as well. Once done you need to clear device cache or netflix data and cache. Some users here reported that it fixed it for them as well.
I'm on A.24 and it's L1
Hi.
You´r totally right this tool fix the issue with de Widevine cert, and it´s great that you´ve posted for people that is having this issue can fixit it without need to send to the SAT, because no one in Oppo knows (At least in the european division knows how to do it).
Thank you so much, for your help-.
Kind Regards.
I tried also. Now drm Info shows L1. Netflix instead still shows L3. it defititly changed Something. But does not fix the Netflix problem.
Kanemad said:
Hi.
You´r totally right this tool fix the issue with de Widevine cert, and it´s great that you´ve posted for people that is having this issue can fixit it without need to send to the SAT, because no one in Oppo knows (At least in the european division knows how to do it).
Thank you so much, for your help-.
Kind Regards.
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Great that it works :highfive:
Muggx said:
I tried also. Now drm Info shows L1. Netflix instead still shows L3. it defititly changed Something. But does not fix the Netflix problem.
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Clear netflix data and cache and retry again.
I did, and now everything ist fine.
Does this also apply to the non pro version? The Oppo Find X2 has the same specs except for camera I believe. Please let me know.
goodburner said:
Does this also apply to the non pro version? The Oppo Find X2 has the same specs except for camera I believe. Please let me know.
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Try it and let us know.
So, I downloaded and installed it. Phone now shows L1
However, Netflix still doesnt work. I cleared the data and cache of Netflix, but how to clear device cache?
Hello, Thanks for this. I downloaded it but when I try to install the APK, it says that i already have a version installed. Is there a way to uninstall the older version and if so which file must be deleted?
Would that work for other phones like the OP8 Pro rooted ?
is it working with the chinese version ? thanks.
Pieter-Jan said:
So, I downloaded and installed it. Phone now shows L1
However, Netflix still doesnt work. I cleared the data and cache of Netflix, but how to clear device cache?
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Not sure if its there in recovery mode. Once cleared data and cache for Netflix, reboot your device.
naveed5700 said:
Hello, Thanks for this. I downloaded it but when I try to install the APK, it says that i already have a version installed. Is there a way to uninstall the older version and if so which file must be deleted?
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Will check it when im back later
imval said:
Would that work for other phones like the OP8 Pro rooted ?
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No, you're rooted. Pretty sure there's some magisk module out there where you can spoof your fingerprint
doorians said:
is it working with the chinese version ? thanks.
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It should work.
I can confirm it is working for the Chinese variant
It wasnt working at first for me, so I deleted Netflix mand reinstalled it (the reinstall was a version higher than what I had before). Now its working like a charm
Guys is this OEM Specific ? Can I try this apk on my OnePlus 7T Pro (rooted) ? What does it actually do ?
It works.
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The LG Optimus L5 II or E450 seems to be the enhanced version of the Optimus L5. It was released on February 2013 and bring some improvements like a new processor (1000 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9) and it brings android version Jelly Bean 4.1 as default fimware.
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I'm making this thread because it seems that some things that work for the model E610 don't work for this one (Actually I have only tried with some CWMs and mods) so I will be updating it with special stuff only for the E450 models.
At the moment it is possible to root and unlock the device, you can follow alley23 guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2343579
How to root the phone:
1. Download this chinese root software called VROOT (I use this method because is the only one that worked for me but it must be other ways too...)
http://www.mgyun.com/vroot
2. Enable "USB debugging mode" on your phone (Settings > Developer Options > Android Debugging)
3. Connect phone to computer and install phone drivers, download them from LG site if necessary
4. Run VROOT and you will see that the program detects your phone model, click on the green square button that says ROOT, if everything goes ok your phone will restart and now you will see a "root" app on your app drawer, that means your phone now is rooted.
5. If you want to change the root app (because is in chinese) you will need SDK Tools (http://dl.google.com/android/installer_r22.2.1-windows.exe) and Java JDK (http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html)
Download https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu or any other root manager and open it up, go to setting and select "Install SuperSU into /system" (this will override the chinese root app).
6. Open an ADB terminal and type the following (with the quotation marks):
Windows:
adb.exe shell "su -c 'mount -o remount,rw /system'"
adb.exe shell "su -c 'rm /system/bin/su'"
adb.exe shell "su -c 'rm /system/xbin/su'"
7. Restart phone, open SuperSU and update binary sources, and ta-da! done.
If you have any question or you don't a step PM me and I will help you.
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I have tried to install a custom recovery, Clockwork Mod, with the custom recovery for L5 E610 but I can't make it work, I also tried several guides of the E610 but none seems to work so I guess it is incompatible with the E450...
But I will continue to update the thread with news, updates and stuff ported to this (awesome?) device.
Some mods by Slipsystem: Here
And now, thanks to the amazing user slipsystem, it is posible to unlock the bootloader of the E450! Follow this link to find how to do it: (L5 II) Unlocked Bootloader (Optima Team)
Any comments or links are welcome.
I bought the LG E450g, I suppose that the "G" would refer to my area and frequencies 850/1900.
I have not tried to root yet.
It have a nice performance, more than a Galaxy S Duos, and the UI feels really smooth.
The only issue with this phone is the Wifi/Data disconnecting every time the screen goes off. This means I will not receive Whatsapp messages o whatever that uses internet until I turn on the phone.
I have tryng looking for a setting, app, or something else without luck. Also I did a factory reset, and flashing a new firmware, but still no luck.
But in overall, the phone just works fine.
Have you enable the "keep wifi on during sleep" option? Which apps have you tried?
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adaytoremember said:
Have you enable the "keep wifi on during sleep" option? Which apps have you tried?
Sent from my LG-E450g using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Yes, I enabled "Keep Wifi on during Sleep", disable "Mobile data Limits", everything, but no luck.
Im still looking for an app that forces the connection always on, but no luck.
Is your E450g working fine? Which firmware do you have?
I'm using stock firmware but I've never experimented that kind of problem... mmm, you can try with an app called "Advanced Wifi Lock (Free) search it in google play.
Finally someone else confirming this issue. I have the same problem with my L450. I initially thought this was a problem only on my phone and that it i had a problem with the firmware. I have flashed the latest Chinese firmware and still have the same problem. LG is unaware of this problem this is there reply to this issue
LG
Dear Slipsystem,
The part where you enabled the Wi-Fi during sleep mode that’s fine like that and did you have a stable Wi-Fi connection prior to this?
When you try going onto the internet does it give you an error message and if so what error message does it display?
Kind Regards,
Dominic Bridger
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I do have a stable wifi connection, the same thing happens on my home network as well as my work network. I get no error message using chrome it just tells me the page could not be loaded. I also am not able to browse shared folders using es-file exporer.
I did google it and alot of people say thats its a rom issue. I am not using a custom rom, and I dont want to send my phone in for repairs if all they are going to do is re install the software. I have tried doing a factory reset but I still have the same issue.
I can re-install using the lg mobile support tool but I am trying to avoid having to do everything again.
have you experienced this problem before on any of your other l series 2 devices?
could this be a firmware issue?
I had I haven't experienced this issue with the samsung s3 running jelly bean or the sony xperia go running jellybean.
It shows that the wifi is connected but its not. when going to google it says page could not be loaded. I installed wifi fix and everytime i lock my phone when I unlock it wifi fix has to repair the connection.
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LG
Hi Slipsystem,
It’s rare that we get issues like these and if we do get issues where the phones system is not working as it should we flash the phone (run software) and it normally resolves the problems.
We have never experienced this problem on any of the LG series as far as I know. What I can advise you to do as a customer is take the phone back to the store where it was purchased from or to your nearest network provider where they can have the phone tested for you.
I can give you the hard factory reset code as well but I don’t think it will really make a difference (3845#*450#) then WCDMA only – then Factory Reset.
Kind Regards,
Dominic Bridger
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I think the best option for us is to install wifi fixer https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.wahtod.wififixer I found this to be the only app that works. and wait for a new update or custom rom that fixes this issue
i have the same problem! with WPA2 nets! LG E451G (Argentina)
Does this problem happens with all the networks you are connected to? I mean has anybody tried with a different network? Because it seems that the only difference of wifi on E610 and E450 is a "dual-band" feature, maybe it is a compatibility issue with your router frecuency?
Or maybe it is a firmware problem? this is my software info:
adaytoremember said:
Does this problem happens with all the networks you are connected to? I mean has anybody tried with a different network? Because it seems that the only difference of wifi on E610 and E450 is a "dual-band" feature, maybe it is a compatibility issue with your router frecuency?
Or maybe it is a firmware problem? this is my software info:
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I have had this problem with my work network and with my home network.to be honest I am not sure what dual band is, but my wireless settings look like this.
Hello Slipsystem.
I was thinking that it was only my phone too.. No app fixed, nor flashing new roms, nothing worked.
I saw your post about Wifi Fixer. So I will try it.
I was doing it the manual way, -Wake up phone.. -Wifi off.. -Wifi on.(Each time my screen went off) (Yeah, maybe 5 times in 5 minutes).
Also I tried modifying the build.prop, not luck - (To be true, I didnt know what I was doing, I was really desperate)
Some Customs
Some customizing if anyone is interested
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45845506#post45845506
I know no one has been able to get a custom recovery to work for our phone yet. But if it were possible what would you like to do with it other than Install a custom rom. Debloating is a must but what type of mods/ports would you want to install on your device. for me i miss the xperia range of media apps so I ported it to my phone. Before I write a tutorial I want to know what your suggestions are.
Tell me what you would like ported to the L5 II.
I guess everyone is shy.... This is the reason why I asked the question.
the first flash-able zip for the L5 II
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45994652#post45994652
slipsystem said:
I guess everyone is shy.... This is the reason why I asked the question.
the first flash-able zip for the L5 II
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45994652#post45994652
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Hello again! As you know my L5 II was dead, but now thanks to you it is not anymore.
Answering your questions. The first thing I would like to see is a WiFi-issue Fix. Then maybe a AOSP-themed (Settings and some other things) lite rom, or even better.. a cyanogen port.
For mods or port, maybe a port from the beautiful lock-screen of the LG G2 (Maybe I'm dreaming). But to be honest, I don't really envy anything from other phones.
In overall, I'm very happy with this phone.
The only bad thing = WiFi :silly:
If you are really interested on developing, porting, modding.. I could be a tester for your work
hi
Good work,keep going to discover things for this device.:good:
The recent news from CyanogenMod are that they are working on an installer so that the mod will work on any phone yay, so im expecting it will solve the wifi issue on ours... I guess it will install a custom recovery so we will be able to flash easier
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ivan0550 said:
Hello again! As you know my L5 II was dead, but now thanks to you it is not anymore.
Answering your questions. The first thing I would like to see is a WiFi-issue Fix. Then maybe a AOSP-themed (Settings and some other things) lite rom, or even better.. a cyanogen port.
For mods or port, maybe a port from the beautiful lock-screen of the LG G2 (Maybe I'm dreaming). But to be honest, I don't really envy anything from other phones.
In overall, I'm very happy with this phone.
The only bad thing = WiFi :silly:
If you are really interested on developing, porting, modding.. I could be a tester for your work
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WiFi Fix is a definite, I am not sure how to fix this though I think it has something to do with a kernel tweak or something. I dont like to play around with anything except the system folder.
AOSP-Theme I am looking into for you, I found a few threads but it seams to require a CWM based rom.
LG G2 seems possible as far as I know it is the same as our lock screen just with added effects. I am pretty sure this is possible. It might take some time as I need to download a LG G2 rom to port these feature and the Roms are almost 2 gigs and my internet connection is very slow. It is probably something to do with pushing the lockscreensettings apk and then copying some libs and frameworks to get all the effects to work.
slipsystem said:
I know no one has been able to get a custom recovery to work for our phone yet. But if it were possible what would you like to do with it other than Install a custom rom. Debloating is a must but what type of mods/ports would you want to install on your device. for me i miss the xperia range of media apps so I ported it to my phone. Before I write a tutorial I want to know what your suggestions are.
Tell me what you would like ported to the L5 II.
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I would like usb mass storage mode for sd card.
ivan0550 said:
Hello Slipsystem.
I was thinking that it was only my phone too.. No app fixed, nor flashing new roms, nothing worked.
I saw your post about Wifi Fixer. So I will try it.
I was doing it the manual way, -Wake up phone.. -Wifi off.. -Wifi on.(Each time my screen went off) (Yeah, maybe 5 times in 5 minutes).
Also I tried modifying the build.prop, not luck - (To be true, I didnt know what I was doing, I was really desperate)
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Hi, I'm from Argentina. I have the e451g and had the same problem. Solution: change router security from WPA2 to WPA
Sorry for not posting in a while guys I have been down with a sickness.
I am looking at all suggestions and trying my best to help out.
some progress
ivan0550 request for LG G2 Lock Screen. I am not getting a Force Close anymore but I am stuck with editing the framework-res.apk hopefully after editing that I will get the effects to work.
ivan0550 request for a wifi fix, still havent found a working solution for this, Fede37 recommended changing the router settings from WPA2 to WPA this has no effect. I am going to try setting my router to different bands and frequencies to see if it will stabilize.
rotorto request for mass storage option, all of the tweaks that I made to the build.prop doesnt seem to throw my phone into mass storage mode. I am not sure if there is a way to get this to work without installing a 3rd party app.
ivan0550 request for a AOSP like settings. I am not experienced in Cynogenmod or AOSP as all of my previous android phone didnt have one of these custom roms available. I am not sure on how the settings work and what its sapposed to do but maybe this post can shed some lite
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2431622
all in alll I am having no luck but I am going to keep on trying. If i keep hitting a brick wall I will move onto another project and come back to trying to get these things to work but I wont forget about these requests.
Dont feel afraid to request anything as I will try my best to help out wherever possible. I love getting request as I like to modify my device and it just gives me insparation.
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Update through samba share corrupted the installation
After putting the tar file in the update folder through samba (double checking the file was not corrupt). I rebooted the MX. It started loading the Kernel and system files and checked the MD5. All okay. But during update it reported some strange numbers (cannot recall at the moment). And dropped to a command line. I think it was write the files but failed. It did mention something about failing some mount. I had to reboot in recovery mode and update that way. I was wondering if this is a known issue and how to prevent it in the future.
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I have a few of these CMX clone boxes laying arround from geekbuying.com. One of them refuses any rom (even the original one). I now resort to editing updater-script and remove checks (first few asserts). This box was fine until I installed a matricom image (latest). After that I was no longer able to do normal recovery procedure. Any ideas?
Powdor said:
After putting the tar file in the update folder through samba (double checking the file was not corrupt). I rebooted the MX. It started loading the Kernel and system files and checked the MD5. All okay. But during update it reported some strange numbers (cannot recall at the moment). And dropped to a command line. I think it was write the files but failed. It did mention something about failing some mount. I had to reboot in recovery mode and update that way. I was wondering if this is a known issue and how to prevent it in the future.
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No that's not a known issue. I'm updating my box several times a day during development and never encountered such issue.
[BUG] 4.2.1 Enabling Wifi on Clean install
Hi
There seems to be an issue with v4.2.1 on a clean install from matricom's v1.1.6. If you enable wifi, the device crashes. If you upgrade from a previous version it's fine. Anyone else experience this or not? On that note, the new driver is working great. Fixes an issue I had with intermittent signal
when choosing the new power off from the system menu, the device appears to shut down, however stays on the blue led. using the power button on the remote then makes it switch to the red led (=really off). this also means that if i only shut down through the menu, next time i want to use the device i would have to push the power button twice.
does the device really shut down through the menu (with low/no power consumption) or is it a kind of sleeping state?
tcla said:
when choosing the new power off from the system menu, the device appears to shut down, however stays on the blue led. using the power button on the remote then makes it switch to the red led (=really off). this also means that if i only shut down through the menu, next time i want to use the device i would have to push the power button twice.
does the device really shut down through the menu (with low/no power consumption) or is it a kind of sleeping state?
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Unfortunately MX2 cannot be completely powered off programmatically. Powering the box off from the shutdown menu, puts it into sleep (suspend) state. But again, unfortunately you cannot wake it up from that state, you need to power off/power on it again.
Wifi Bug? 4.2.1
Hi Codesnake,
Firstly - Thanks! I cant believe how professional this is, even things I didn't think would ever work (usb audio, certain video formats etc) are now working perfectly.
I had a couple of issues with one of the boxes I was running it on, so I decided to factory reset and install 4.2.1 clean. I found I was unable to connect to my wireless network (invalid arguments). Everything worked fine on Beta 6.
So, I downgraded to Beta 6 and sure enough was able to connect. Then I upgraded to 4.2.1 and wireless continued to work.
Not a problem unless you install fresh, but thought you may like to know.
OpenElec on Amlogic S805
Hi Codesnake,
I'm interested on how it's going in getting the OpenElec firmware compatible with the S805. I have just bought an MXQ box which I haven't found to be particularly stable with the Android build with the addons I use. I use the same addons on an MX with OpenElec and they on-the-whole it works fine with the latest Gotham 13.2 / Openelec 4.2.1 release.
I would be happy to lend a hand in any beta testing if this can help you out at all. I have a dev/test/support background, so should be pretty competent in reporting back any issues that may arise.
Cheers,
GiantJ
openelec mx2
Hi I have Openelec on my mx2 but after about 27 mins upwards the sond and film continue but the screen goes green. pausing rewinding does not get rid of it. i have to stop the film.
any idea's or help would be appreciated.
openelec for Minix NEO X8-H
Is there a possability openelec is being build for the Minix NEO X8-H?
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Is there a possability openelec is being build for the Minix NEO X8-H?
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I don't have such device, so currently this is not possible. If you or someone other are willing to donate a Minix NEO X8-H, then it would be possible.
Hello everybody here , just a question will this box be compatible with this openelec build ..thanks in advance
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Hello everybody here , just a question will this box be compatible with this openelec build ..thanks in advance
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Yes, should be compatible.
Thanks for quick reply
Jynxbox M1V2 Pure Linux
Hello Codesnake and thank you for all your efforts so as to help people like me,that ignorance is our first name.
I own the box of the title.
Would it be possible to install your openelec on that box?
Probably it would give much life to it,as far as I can understand.
Thank you in advance for your answer...
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Hello Codesnake and thank you for all your efforts so as to help people like me,that ignorance is our first name.
I own the box of the title.
Would it be possible to install your openelec on that box?
Probably it would give much life to it,as far as I can understand.
Thank you in advance for your answer...
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Unfortunately that box is not supported by my port of OpenELEC, and unlikely will be supported in future, because it is based on old AML8726-M3 chip.
codesnake said:
Unfortunately that box is not supported by my port of OpenELEC, and unlikely will be supported in future, because it is based on old AML8726-M3 chip.
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ok then,my "crossfingered" wish didn't evolved as I would wish...
I wish I had the knowledge to contribute,because as far as I can understand that is the best pottential for boxes like this...
Nevertheless on to the subject. Thank you very much for your quick answer and thumbs up for your contribution to community...
Hopefully you get back part of the effort you been made...
Keep up your good work...
I ll be keep searching for an answer for that box cause I want to gift it to my father-in-law so as to keep entertain my 2 yo daughter.
But Pure Linux is something that I cannot handle,let's not disquss about him...anyway...
Greeting from Greece and wish you the best...:good:
Some issues with 4.2.1
Although it works great on my (clone) MX2. (It is this box from geekbuying), I ran into a few small issues.
I have the occasional total freezup (although not seen so often the last couple of days) which I did not see on previous versions. Now sometimes it has turned itself off (blue led), maybe this freezup has something to do with it, I do not know (power safe mode maybe?). But more important I cannot get the device to turn back on after it is in the blue led state (either by me powering it off and then powering on by remote or when it got there itself).
Any thoughts?
Codesnake thank you for your work on EM8 what a difference it make on these boxes, I know this project is young, but what is your thoughts on getting the native bluetooth working on the box? It's not a huge thing but just interested on your input about it?
Thanks
pigbait said:
Codesnake thank you for your work on EM8 what a difference it make on these boxes, I know this project is young, but what is your thoughts on getting the native bluetooth working on the box? It's not a huge thing but just interested on your input about it?
Thanks
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Maybe in future I will add support for bluetooth, if I'll have time.
my a3 suddenly restarts while using after android 10 update, I've already did a factory reset it didn't work, is it a bug or hardware issue? how can i fix this? it happens everyday more than once and its frustrating
I have a same problem
same here
Hello guys, had the same issue and found that chrome is messing up the memory and creating restarts, so disable Chrome and use different browsers like opera and Firefox.
Have you tried with other versions of Chrome like Chrome Canary or Chrome Beta?
In my case it's not Chrome.
The reboots always happen when the phone is locked or while unlocking the phone. They never happen when I'm using the phone.
The reboots always happen in the same parts of the day (22:00-01:00 and 04:00-12:00) and never when the phone is heavily used during the other parts of the day.
Different A10 ROMs I've tried (Evolution X and crDroid) and different kernels (Bit and Fenix) and all of them have this problem. I've never tried the stock A10 ROM.
Maybe there are 2 (or more) different Mi A3 versions, because my 1st Mi A3 didn't have this problem.
Yes same here.. it has a random reboots. Still for unknown reasons.
I've encountered this problrm when i flashed the first a10 update (global), and then, i used miui 11 rom for a few months, no problem with miui. Few days ago, again, i flashed official a10 (global, and my phone is eu) and totally forgot about the restarts, and when it started i got reminded of those issues.
In my case, it might be because of global rom on eu phone, or magisk (even tho i use only energized module), but it happens when i type on keyboard (no matter what rom or what phone, i always use gboard), but chrome does tend to freeze, which did never happen on miui.
If there is any fix, please reply.
Hi. I have been encountering a similar problem. The phone is new since I have been using it for a day only. I haven't modified the phone or installed an update. I was playing when the phone restarted by itself and kept on restarting (it vibrates then shows android one then shuts down again). It kept on happening until my battery died. I tried charging it but it kept on doing the same thing. Hoping to find help. TIA
Same here on rom Pixel Experience
I had this issue on MIUI 11, MIUI 11 + Fenix Kernel, crDroid, EvolutionX and the latest stock ROM. Beginning to think it might be a hardware issue. Maybe it's related to thermals? One time it rebooted randomly while navigating and the phone was in front of the A/C, so I thought the reason might've been the cold coming from there. Other than that I have absolutely no clue what's causing this.
Chogiwaaa said:
Hi. I have been encountering a similar problem. The phone is new since I have been using it for a day only. I haven't modified the phone or installed an update. I was playing when the phone restarted by itself and kept on restarting (it vibrates then shows android one then shuts down again). It kept on happening until my battery died. I tried charging it but it kept on doing the same thing. Hoping to find help. TIA
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Damn! Y didnt u goto fastboot mode?!
Same here - totally unstable even after June 5th update. Right now my phone is not responding. It randomly rebooted about 15 mins ago, still didn't response, manually restarted it, came back up but is now not responding again. I can't have this level of instability with my business phone. Going to attempt to get a refund and try a different manufacturer. Shame as I love the phone otherwise...
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marstonpear said:
I had this issue on MIUI 11, MIUI 11 + Fenix Kernel, crDroid, EvolutionX and the latest stock ROM. Beginning to think it might be a hardware issue. Maybe it's related to thermals? One time it rebooted randomly while navigating and the phone was in front of the A/C, so I thought the reason might've been the cold coming from there. Other than that I have absolutely no clue what's causing this.
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Pretty sure it's related to thermal problems. It's very warm in the UK right now. My car was hot inside - Mi A3 crashed after about 10 minutes on the passenger seat. I'm indoors now in the cool but can't get it to work. Will reboot okay, work for about 5 mins and then go slow - usually followed by another reboot.
CPU-Z shows some pretty hot temperatures in there... I've taken my 3rd party case off but not helping.
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my A3 mobile has same issue restarts even I've already did a factory reset it didn't workhow can i fix this? it happens at least 10 to 12 times in day
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my A3 mobile has same issue restarts even I've already did a factory reset it didn't workhow can i fix this? it happens at least 10 to 12 times in day
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Rollback to Android 9
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For those bugs in 10 i left Android 10 .. nowusing Android 9 stock rom with root+twrp.. no issue ?
Sami Devo said:
Rollback to Android 9/QUOTE]
Any risk with doing that?
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Sami Devo said:
Rollback to Android 9/QUOTE]
Any risk with doing that?
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No.. but flash miui11 first for not loosing sensors via twrp..
Then flash stock after u see all things works in miui11
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munrobasher said:
No.. but flash miui11 first for not loosing sensors via twrp..
Then flash stock after u see all things works in miui11
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Thanks - seriously considering doing this as my A3 is totally unstable/can't trust it.
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Sami Devo said:
Thanks - seriously considering doing this as my A3 is totally unstable/can't trust it.
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Just flash miui11 1st via twrp.. then after u see all ok in miui thrn flash fastboot rom of Android 9
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Damn! Y didnt u goto fastboot mode?!
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Dude I don't have that much knowledge when it comes to that but I surely did try to press two buttons at the same time such as fast boot and the other of which I can't remember that much. But.. it would just show fast boot mode then restarts again as for the other.. it says no command. What happened to me is that I sent it back to where I ordered it from, after an negotiating with the seller and after around 2 weeks, due to some delays, they sent me a refund.
Please read and DO AT YOUR OWN RISK
After searching everywhere and trying to get a clear answer on the Global ROM_ROW support for Android 11 on the Lenovo Legion Duel (one), all I could find was don't use the Chinese ROM as it has many issues. So, like any person told not to I tried it. Though it worked I had multiple issues with sensors and my cell service in the USA. I went back to GLOBAL ROM .332 which was the most stable for me but did lose my casting ability for playing my games to my TV. This is a deal breaker for me as I take my phone on the go and hook to friends and family's TV's for Steam, Emulation, etc and we use the casting, as this allows me to play my games. Note I also use it for Gamepass cast to the screen for friends to watch the game etc.
I finally found an Android 11 non China ROM, but it was an EE ROM on another site (which I had to pay for) but NO Global ROW ROM as installed on the phone when I purchased it. After backing up my data yet again, I tried to install this one (see link below for how to install). Once I installed and rebooted the Lenovo Legion L79031 v EE 12.5.251_ST rom, and set my cell APN, Turned the 5G to NSA-SA and networks preference (to NR-LTE-GDSM etc...) it began to function. After prox. 30 seconds after a reboot from changing the settings, I got a notification for an update (YES OTA). The update is for 12.5.320 which has notification fixes and bug fixes. Hopefully, this will be my last time having to flash the device! But I can confirm the EE rom for 11 does function on T-Mobile in the USA and works with out issue so far, has only been a short time for usage, but finally a solution for me.
Pros:
Android 11
Battery life improved
Smoother touch rate
OTA UPDATES
(Everything seems to function including cell and text messages on USA T-Mobile including the 5G NR)
Cameras work for everything even BARCODE readers and Mobile banking depo which was an issue before (at least for me). Pic snap faster but no real software updates from last build for controls as far as I can tell.
ZUI loads much faster.
Cons:
Lost all settings backups seems to cause issue when restoring so manually re-adding is the best solution.
APN setting and other settings might need to be redone, if installing from a back up or updating with OTA update.
Rebooting seems to take longer.
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As for what everyone really wants the links and how to install, I have linked to a video I send to others to use for installing the ROM, it is NOT my video, but the best one on YOUTUBE( I found recently); I had my 8 year old son help me a few weeks ago update a friends Duel and I let my son follow the vid and install the rom, OBV I did the downloads on the PC and setup the file location but he was able to follow the steps well to load the files to the phone, which is why I suggest to us it. The first time installing is scary! There is BIG BIG BIG pre-req beforehand, back up your phones drives as mentioned in other post on this forum! I have had to use mine two or three times and with out it I would have been SOL! See links below for ROM and VID.
I do not take any responsibility if you brick your device or LOOSE your data, etc or if this doesn’t work on another US carrier, as I have only tested AT&T (friends’ phone) and T-Mobile (MINE). I will try to help if it’s messed up, but please back your stuff up!
(Not my video, but how to install)
ROM- EE version (I believe this to be UK ROM) (Again I PAID FOR THIS, but I am sharing it for FREE, as we should all have access to these OTA).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12pcwgyWnrw_RfTZRfc78fHZ9VefS5VQL/view?usp=sharing
Lolinet is hosting the files now as well (free)
lolinet mirrors - firmware, software, iso etc.
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I know its only about a day but does everything still seem to be working? Camera, triggers, fingerprint scanner, notifications, etc. I'm on the china rom and have been searching for a fix pretty much everyday. It would be nice to have everything working on the phone
i cant download the file.i get acces denied
InvisibleAOD said:
I know its only about a day but does everything still seem to be working? Camera, triggers, fingerprint scanner, notifications, etc. I'm on the china rom and have been searching for a fix pretty much everyday. It would be nice to have everything working on the phone
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Everything is working smoothly for me. I haven't had any issues that are show stoppers.
I did find it harder to change my network preferences, for cell service as I have to search for it vs going to advance setting. But again this is to change from NR/GSM/CMDA/GSM etc. most people leave this a lone but I move it around depending on the area and service I am in.
scrici19 said:
i cant download the file.i get acces denied
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I shall
scrici19 said:
i cant download the file.i get acces denied
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Working on it, I guess GOOGLE decided to block this. Working on it.
Zero11534 said:
Please read and DO AT YOUR OWN RISK
After searching everywhere and trying to get a clear answer on the Global ROM_ROW support for Android 11 on the Lenovo Legion Duel (one), all I could find was don't use the Chinese ROM as it has many issues. So, like any person told not to I tried it. Though it worked I had multiple issues with sensors and my cell service in the USA. I went back to GLOBAL ROM .332 which was the most stable for me but did lose my casting ability for playing my games to my TV. This is a deal breaker for me as I take my phone on the go and hook to friends and family's TV's for Steam, Emulation, etc and we use the casting, as this allows me to play my games. Note I also use it for Gamepass cast to the screen for friends to watch the game etc.
I finally found an Android 11 non China ROM, but it was an EE ROM on another site (which I had to pay for) but NO Global ROW ROM as installed on the phone when I purchased it. After backing up my data yet again, I tried to install this one (see link below for how to install). Once I installed and rebooted the Lenovo Legion L79031 v EE 12.5.251_ST rom, and set my cell APN, Turned the 5G to NSA-SA and networks preference (to NR-LTE-GDSM etc...) it began to function. After prox. 30 seconds after a reboot from changing the settings, I got a notification for an update (YES OTA). The update is for 12.5.320 which has notification fixes and bug fixes. Hopefully, this will be my last time having to flash the device! But I can confirm the EE rom for 11 does function on T-Mobile in the USA and works with out issue so far, has only been a short time for usage, but finally a solution for me.
Pros:
Android 11
Battery life improved
Smoother touch rate
OTA UPDATES
(Everything seems to function including cell and text messages on USA T-Mobile including the 5G NR)
Cameras work for everything even BARCODE readers and Mobile banking depo which was an issue before (at least for me). Pic snap faster but no real software updates from last build for controls as far as I can tell.
ZUI loads much faster.
Cons:
Lost all settings backups seems to cause issue when restoring so manually re-adding is the best solution.
APN setting and other settings might need to be redone, if installing from a back up or updating with OTA update.
Rebooting seems to take longer.
View attachment 5355159
As for what everyone really wants the links and how to install, I have linked to a video I send to others to use for installing the ROM, it is NOT my video, but the best one on YOUTUBE( I found recently); I had my 8 year old son help me a few weeks ago update a friends Duel and I let my son follow the vid and install the rom, OBV I did the downloads on the PC and setup the file location but he was able to follow the steps well to load the files to the phone, which is why I suggest to us it. The first time installing is scary! There is BIG BIG BIG pre-req beforehand, back up your phones drives as mentioned in other post on this forum! I have had to use mine two or three times and with out it I would have been SOL! See links below for ROM and VID.
I do not take any responsibility if you brick your device or LOOSE your data, etc or if this doesn’t work on another US carrier, as I have only tested AT&T (friends’ phone) and T-Mobile (MINE). I will try to help if it’s messed up, but please back your stuff up!
(Not my video, but how to install)
ROM- EE version (I believe this to be UK ROM) (Again I PAID FOR THIS, but I am sharing it for FREE, as we should all have access to these OTA).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12pcwgyWnrw_RfTZRfc78fHZ9VefS5VQL/view?usp=sharing
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scrici19 said:
i cant download the file.i get acces denied
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This should be fixed, GOOGLE blocked it due to a bunch of attempts to hack into the account. Try the link again it should be view all, allowing everyone to download it, even without a google account. Try and let me know. Thanks.
Zero11534 said:
This should be fixed, GOOGLE blocked it due to a bunch of attempts to hack into the account. Try the link again it should be view all, allowing everyone to download it, even without a google account. Try and let me know. Thanks.
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is working now.thanks
not working for me.after instalation the phone stay on logo for 1 min then is turning off.
scrici19 said:
not working for me.after instalation the phone stay on logo for 1 min then is turning off.
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Did you install from a Global Rom and if so what version I installed from .332 as said with no issues. Spoke to someone else today on Facebook, and he was able to install and get it working as well. More than happy to help if I can.
I think that's the incompatible message
Get back to android 10 then flash the rom again
On .332 i get the incompatible hardware message.
You can fix that by flashing persist img
So i need to flash back the chinese rom,backup persist then install .332 and restore persist?
pikasus said:
You can fix that by flashing persist img
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??
i managed to install this firmware.the only problem i have now is the camera not working.CANT CONNECT TO THE CAMERA
you dont exatly need the chinese rom just any working stable android 10 rom. flash rom then backup the persist and modem. then try android 11 again.
there is a guide here by mrgreapes
Incompatible Hardware with System ROW ROM 332
When I install the .332 global rom, when I start the device, I receive a message that says: the hardware is incompatible with the current system. Someone with a similar problem?
forum.xda-developers.com
persist fix the incompatible hardware message, camera and some sensor problem
modem fix no sim signal.
Hi i'm been looking for this good news for a long time ago. I have 3 questions. The first one, can I install the EE 12.5.251 row ROM directly with the qfil software, I mean I just exctracting the 251 ROM on a folder with the same name on the c unit and then run the qfil software?… The second one: I'm on CN ROM 12.5.225, so I wan't to know if there is any big chance to get the black screen as before when I tried to get back to the global? And the last one, the video on your post of how to change to global is broken can you fixed please?. Thank you very much for your time and patience. Greetings
I used 12.5.320 and I started to have service issues after about 3 months and the OS crashed, most stable version for me is still 12.0.332. I have not tried using the newest china ROM and thought about trying it
Please could you reupload the video cuase it's not available Now
Things needed:1. An Xperia 1 iii (of corse)
2. A Windows PC (I don't know if there's a Mac or Linux version, but I didn't find it)
3. A reliable USB-C cable
4. NewFlasher
Download: [TOOL] Newflasher (xperia command line flasher)
5. XperiFirm
Download: Tool Archives - XperiFirm Tool
!!!FIRST THING FIRST!!! BACKUP EVERYTHING IMPORTANT
FLASHING A PHONE MAY CAUSE DATA LOSS. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A BACKUP OF YOUR DATA.
1. Download and unzip the XperiFirm and select the ROM you want in the Available Firmware list and download.
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Your folder should look like this:
3. Start a command line in the ROM folder and run "newflasher set_active:a" otherwise your phone will boot into a bootloop.
4. Power off your phone and plug it into your PC. Hold the volume down button and the power button until the LED turns GREEN.
5. Now you can double click on the newflasher.exe in your ROM folder and follow the guide. You can keep user data while flashing, just pay attention on the instructions on the Newflasher.
6. Don't disturb the flasher while it is working. Your phone will automatically turn on after the flashing is completed.
My Xperia was purchased in China (XQ-BC72). I have tried many ROMs like Hong Kong and Taiwan versions. Recently I flashed my phone with the XQ-BC62 ROM and everything works very well (mobile data, voice calling, data roaming, dual SIM, exposure alert, etc.). However, I haven't try VoLTE because my carrier doesn't support it (SO SAD).
I'm in Canada and my carrier is CMLink. The data icon for LTE shows 4G if you're curious.
The DRM is not damaged that the Windvine security level is still L1 so you can still enjoy the HDR content on Netflix after flashing using this method.
UPDATE Sept. 28, 2021I flashed my XQ-BC72 back. I have several issues while using the XQ-BC62 ROM.
The US ROM doesn't include my carrier's configuration so VoLTE, VoWiFi, showing LTE instead of 4G is not working. According to other threads, T-Mobile doesn't have the configuration as well and someone mentioned only Google Fi users can get a configuration (NOT SURE).
Actually, I didn't find any difference between the XQ-BC62 and the XQ-BC72 ROMs (I'm in Canada).
Although the phone is working fine, the LTE is auto-disconnecting every 30 seconds, while HSPA+ doesn't have this issue. I don't think it's my carrier's problem because I bought a new Fido sim card and it's still disconnecting until I flash it back. So if your LTE works fine, please share your solution down below if you don't mind.
I have heard that the new update 61.0.a.11.92 is enhancing the network performance. I don't know if it's because I didn't update my phone. I don't wanna "play" with my ROM since this is my daily using phone.
Thanks to DennisDD78 who discovered that the OTA is not available if a non-native ROM is flashed, even it's all XQ-BC72. Still, if you make your OTA work, please share your solution!
UPDATE Nov. 26, 2021I didn’t update the post due to the heavy university work (so sad).
You can keep your data during flashing now by simply choose an option while flashing, as the Newflasher is up-to-date. But still please backup your important data before flashing.
I can confirm that Gpay and android wear work perfectly after flashing, even a cross-model flashing.
Flashing a different rom doesn’t bring any carrier feature like VoLTE and VoWiFi, see this post.
I also tried XQ-BC62 roms again and also XQ-BC52 roms. Same issue, LTE disconnects every 10 seconds, and it brought no new features at all. I haven’t tried those Japanese roms. If you have any experience, please share.
Hmm, I'm debating on getting the XQ-BC72 model and crossflashing to the US but only if it come swith a warranty
Does anybody know what might be causing the flash to stop about a quarter way through? I followed the steps outlined above but still doesn't work. Still stuck on the device can't be trusted, five second power down logo.
It worked the first time, but now it’s not completing anymore.
Forbesii said:
Things needed:1. An Xperia 1 iii (of corse)
2. A Windows PC (I don't know if there's a Mac or Linux version, but I didn't find it)
3. A reliable USB-C cable
4. NewFlasher
Download: [TOOL] Newflasher (xperia command line flasher)
5. XperiFirm
Download: Tool Archives - XperiFirm Tool
!!!FIRST THING FIRST!!! BACKUP EVERYTHING IMPORTANT
FLASHING A PHONE WILL CAUSE DATA LOSS. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A BACKUP OF YOUR DATA.
1. Download and unzip the XperiFirm and select the ROM you want in the Available Firmware list and download.
View attachment 5396817View attachment 5396819
2. Once downloaded, unzip the NewFlasher into the ROM folder.
Your folder should look like this:
View attachment 5396821
3. Start a command line in the ROM folder and run "newflasher set_active:a" otherwise your phone will boot into a bootloop.
View attachment 5396823
4. Power off your phone and plug it into your PC. Hold the volume down button and the power button until the LED turns GREEN.
5. Now you can double click on the newflasher.exe in your ROM folder and follow the guide.
6. Don't disturb the flasher while it is working. Your phone will automatically turn on after the flashing is completed.
My Xperia was purchased in China (XQ-BC72). I have tried many ROMs like Hong Kong and Taiwan versions. Recently I flashed my phone with the XQ-BC62 ROM and everything works very well (mobile data, voice calling, data roaming, dual SIM, exposure alert, etc.). However, I haven't try VoLTE because my carrier doesn't support it (SO SAD).
I'm in Canada and my carrier is CMLink. The data icon for LTE shows 4G if you're curious.
The DRM is not damaged that the Windvine security level is still L1 so you can still enjoy the HDR content on Netflix after flashing using this method.
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Could you please tell me the difference between the XQ-BC62 ROM and other ROMs for example the Taiwan versions. Thanks for your reply.
Forbesii said:
Things needed:1. An Xperia 1 iii (of corse)
2. A Windows PC (I don't know if there's a Mac or Linux version, but I didn't find it)
3. A reliable USB-C cable
4. NewFlasher
Download: [TOOL] Newflasher (xperia command line flasher)
5. XperiFirm
Download: Tool Archives - XperiFirm Tool
!!!FIRST THING FIRST!!! BACKUP EVERYTHING IMPORTANT
FLASHING A PHONE WILL CAUSE DATA LOSS. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A BACKUP OF YOUR DATA.
1. Download and unzip the XperiFirm and select the ROM you want in the Available Firmware list and download.
View attachment 5396817View attachment 5396819
2. Once downloaded, unzip the NewFlasher into the ROM folder.
Your folder should look like this:
View attachment 5396821
3. Start a command line in the ROM folder and run "newflasher set_active:a" otherwise your phone will boot into a bootloop.
View attachment 5396823
4. Power off your phone and plug it into your PC. Hold the volume down button and the power button until the LED turns GREEN.
5. Now you can double click on the newflasher.exe in your ROM folder and follow the guide.
6. Don't disturb the flasher while it is working. Your phone will automatically turn on after the flashing is completed.
My Xperia was purchased in China (XQ-BC72). I have tried many ROMs like Hong Kong and Taiwan versions. Recently I flashed my phone with the XQ-BC62 ROM and everything works very well (mobile data, voice calling, data roaming, dual SIM, exposure alert, etc.). However, I haven't try VoLTE because my carrier doesn't support it (SO SAD).
I'm in Canada and my carrier is CMLink. The data icon for LTE shows 4G if you're curious.
The DRM is not damaged that the Windvine security level is still L1 so you can still enjoy the HDR content on Netflix after flashing using this method.
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Unfortunately OTA update system stops working after flashing non-native f/w, please consider this and warn others.
Don`t know why, OTA just doesn`t work.
I was able to flash to the US firmware, but I have no signal (T-Mobile). I'm wondering if I did something wrong during the process.
Hey,
I tried flashing the US firmware for Xperia 1 iii.
So my first mistake was that I unplugged it too early during the initial flash. Now I keep getting "This device is corrupt. It cannot be trusted to boot. Power off in 5 seconds."
I did this as my device was set to "newflasher set_active:b" instead of "newflasher set_active:a".
Any suggestions on where to go from here?
This initial firmware is the HK firmware.
Thanks and cheers
cambosteve said:
I was able to flash to the US firmware, but I have no signal (T-Mobile). I'm wondering if I did something wrong during the process.
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I don't think it's your fault. My XQ-BC72 with BC62 rom has some problems on LTE network as well. The LTE connection is auto-disconnecting every 30 seconds. So I flashed it back to TW rom and the problem is solved.
DennisDD78 said:
Unfortunately OTA update system stops working after flashing non-native f/w, please consider this and warn others.
Don`t know why, OTA just doesn`t work.
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Yes you remind me that I've received a software update but no ROM update. I will update my post. Thanks for telling me!
DennisDD78 said:
Unfortunately OTA update system stops working after flashing non-native f/w, please consider this and warn others.
Don`t know why, OTA just doesn`t work.
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Also can you tell me what do you mean by non-native? cause I didn't get an OTA on my CN phone with TW ROM as well
Forbesii said:
I don't think it's your fault. My XQ-BC72 with BC62 rom has some problems on LTE network as well. The LTE connection is auto-disconnecting every 30 seconds. So I flashed it back to TW rom and the problem is solved.
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Yeah i went back to the TW rom and it works perfectly as well. I did some minor research so take this with a grain if salt, but I found that the Global Xperia 1 IIIs have different bands internally compared to the US Xperia 1 IIIs. I think that’s why the network keeps on disconnecting when using the BC62 rom on BC72 phones.
Here are the instructions for keeping data intact while flashing firmware in Newflasher on the Xperia 1 III:
If you only delete userdata.sin, your data partition will be corrupt and you will be forced to factory reset and lose all your data.
To prevent this from happening, not only do you have to delete userdata.sin, but also appslog.sin, diag.sin and metadata.sin from the firmware folder as well. Found this by checking the update.xml file in the firmware folder, all required sin files to delete are listed as "<NOERASE>".
@Forbesii feel free to edit your original post to include this important information.
Forbesii said:
Also can you tell me what do you mean by non-native? cause I didn't get an OTA on my CN phone with TW ROM as well
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The native firmware is the one that was originally installed in your new device, out of the box.
If you are flashing your device with the firmware of a different region, then now it is not the native firmware for your device.
You flashed your Chinese device with TW ROM, so now you have non-native f/w and OTA system won`t work. Reflash the device back to it`s native Chinese ROM, after that i recommend to you to make a repair with Xperia Comapsnion, and after all this OTA function will recover.
i am using 1iii chinese version, yesterday i flashed the rom but got an error, the device rebooted continuously, can anyone help me?
the screen shows the words "your device is corrutp. its can't be trusted and will no boot..."
TienDinh said:
the screen shows the words "your device is corrutp. its can't be trusted and will no boot..."
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Yeah, it's a problem. I had to return mine because of it. There were issues with overheating and boot loop initially even when I wasn't even trying to flash it. I don't know if mine was just a lemon.
Thanks for this guide.
I'm also from Canada and first try (before reading here) ended up in a Blue LED no boot (boot loop).
I now am on Russian XQ-BC72
Anybody use TikTok ?
I think i have an weird issue since i'm on a Russian version now. Seems that once i am "logged" the comments / share icons just disappear.
I've completly reinstalled on my other phone and have no issues, just on that phone.
Going back to TW version.. will report
OhayouBaka said:
Here are the instructions for keeping data intact while flashing firmware in Newflasher on the Xperia 1 III:
If you only delete userdata.sin, your data partition will be corrupt and you will be forced to factory reset and lose all your data.
To prevent this from happening, not only do you have to delete userdata.sin, but also appslog.sin, diag.sin and metadata.sin from the firmware folder as well. Found this by checking the update.xml file in the firmware folder, all required sin files to delete are listed as "<NOERASE>".
@Forbesii feel free to edit your original post to include this important information.
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Can confirm, I was able to update just now via newflasher and everything seems to have survived.
morphius88 said:
Can confirm, I was able to update just now via newflasher and everything seems to have survived.
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Thanks a lot for your confirmation! My Xperia is my primary phone, so I didn't try it. Please tell me if all Google Pay cards are still there and if the android smartwatch is still connected!