Hello guys,
I'm thinking about getting a custom ROM on my p20 lite. I'm an absolute beginner in this topic tho.
I've already looked up how to get a bootloader code via PotatoNV and how to root the phone with TWRP.
While looking for a ROM that suits my needs I realized that it's not that easy like I first thought it was.
For example LOS for p20 lite is not maintained anymore and I stumbled across multiple reports that the camera or fingerprint sensor did not work after installing a custom rom.
Therefore, my question is: Is there a ROM for my p20 lite that is stable enough to use it as a daily driver without the need of countless hours of fixing errors?
I'm not that picky when it comes to the different OS. I just don't want to use EMUI anymore because it feels like the Chinese can see anything I do (totally regret buying this phone btw)
Any help or opinions are very appreciated! Thank you very much!
Model: ANE-LX1
Build: 9.1.9.377
EMUI: 9.1.0
nimalu said:
For example LOS for p20 lite is not maintained anymore and I stumbled across multiple reports that the camera or fingerprint sensor did not work after installing a custom rom.
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From where did you get this info?
nimalu said:
my question is: Is there a ROM for my p20 lite that is stable enough to use it as a daily driver without the need of countless hours of fixing errors?
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Sorry to sound rude here, but maybe if you try to read whole section you would find the answer...
https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/anne
"Warning: The Huawei P20 Lite is no longer maintained. A build guide is available for developers that would like to make private builds, or even restart official support."
The problem is that I don't understand most of the stuff. But This TWRP is DISCONTINUED, "I have unlocked my device and is currently running LineageOS 16 from OpenKirin. There are a few things which does not work, like the camera app that comes with the OS as well as the notch, where icons goes beyond the notch.", "These gapps are unofficial and are in beta stage so you can maybe face a lot of crases", .... sound like I have to put in a lot of effort into this. I'm wondering if it's worth the time if in the end it doesn't work anyway.
A good choice is CAOS. There are a lot of users here running it. And @-Alf- gives great support as long as you read the forum and follow given links.
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The community here on XDA is really great and rely a lot on the forums to keep my phones up to date with custom ROMs.
Now I recently got a P20 lite with EMUI 8.0 and unlocked it to install LineageOS. But there don't seem to be that many ROMs. The only ones I got working were the ones from OpenKirin. Unfortunately they are rather old and there is no auto-update. I tried some Treble ROMs from the development threads, but they didn't work.
Are there no other options for custom ROMs for this device? Or did I just try the wrong Treble ROMs? Which ROMs did you get to work?
Thanks to everybody for your help!
How did you unlock?
I just followed this guide and everything worked perfect: https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...omplete-bootloader-unlock-root-guide-t3881779
Hello, the problem of huawei smartphones is that the sources are not available making it difficult or almost impossible to compile custom roms, custom kernels, etc ...
this is bewst custom rom for p20 lite and many other treble enabled devices (sadly, no huawei camera, but, when i need, i can take photo, video, so kinda works for me
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pr...escendant-android-pie-custom-rom-ver-t3840578
Hello. I've just recently received my UMIDIGI F1 Play in the Mail, and it's pretty safe to say that I'm stoked. Super smooth, and really fast. Much better than my previous Phone, in my Opinion. So: I'd just like to know of compatible ROMs (Besides Stock, of course) that some of you may be using, or just know of. I've seen "Eragon", I believe it was called, and I think I recall someone talking about how they got HavocOS working, but that's as far as I know when it comes to this Phone and its Custom ROMs. A response will be greatly appreciated. Thanks for reading.
TipTopHiatus said:
Hello. I've just recently received my UMIDIGI F1 Play in the Mail, and it's pretty safe to say that I'm stoked. Super smooth, and really fast. Much better than my previous Phone, in my Opinion. So: I'd just like to know of compatible ROMs (Besides Stock, of course) that some of you may be using, or just know of. I've seen "Eragon", I believe it was called, and I think I recall someone talking about how they got HavocOS working, but that's as far as I know when it comes to this Phone and its Custom ROMs. A response will be greatly appreciated. Thanks for reading.
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You can try lineageos 17.1 (android 10)
link : https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-unofficial-10-0-0-f1_play-lineageos-17-1-for-umidigi-f1-play.4229931
Shadow Of Leaf said:
You can try lineageos 17.1 (android 10)
link : https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-unofficial-10-0-0-f1_play-lineageos-17-1-for-umidigi-f1-play.4229931
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Thanks a lot for the reply! I forgot I'd even made this thread, so I eventually figured out that the F1 Play supports GSIs (as it is a treble device). From there, I went nuts. Tried a ton. To anyone reading who has yet to find one that works for them: try a CAOS or BlissROM GSI under the "Project Treble AB/A Roms" forum on XDA. Heard Havoc works great, too, but I tested those first two myself, and they work wonderfully. Just make sure to read up on how to use ADB & Fastboot to flash GSI images, if you don't already know.
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Thanks a lot for the reply! I forgot I'd even made this thread, so I eventually figured out that the F1 Play supports GSIs (as it is a treble device). From there, I went nuts. Tried a ton. To anyone reading who has yet to find one that works for them: try a CAOS or BlissROM GSI under the "Project Treble AB/A Roms" forum on XDA. Heard Havoc works great, too, but I tested those first two myself, and they work wonderfully. Just make sure to read up on how to use ADB & Fastboot to flash GSI images, if you don't already know.
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Can you please provide more info on your experience? Are these ROMs realy working that flawlessly, or you discovered some bugs? I'm tryna to decide which is better in terms of stability
UPD: wow, looks like i replied to a deleted member
Ive been rooting and tinkering with various different android phones for years now . Motorola has always been my favourite when it comes to rooting . Now my question is now what? I would love to finally pitch in on development starting with this device seeing as there is very little on this one as far as custom roms and what not. This device reminds me of the G7 Power with the A/B format. I was looking in on possibly bringing Ubuntu Touch to this device and as far as i can tell I just would need to make a halium kernal for it . Can someone maybe help me or tell me how incan possibly help on makimg that happen? Please bare with me . This is my very first time posting on this website . Im very savy when it comes to the android, ios and computers in general , Im running the stock rom and have done very little besides install some root apps. I would love to help out with any kind of development so please someone let me know . Ill be regularly checking my notifications and messages . Cheers!
I'm not a programmer, but I'd love to have LineageOS on my device. I haven't had the opportunity to play with Ubuntu Touch, but I assume that the F-droid store alone surpasses the app development for the Ubuntu Touch. Have fun!
Im suprised more people arent all over this device like when the G7 came out ....this device is awesome and the battery life alone is enough reason to want to buy it ...Guanma FTW!!
majormolineoux said:
I'm not a programmer, but I'd love to have LineageOS on my device. I haven't had the opportunity to play with Ubuntu Touch, but I assume that the F-droid store alone surpasses the app development for the Ubuntu Touch. Have fun!
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What i found appealing about Ubuntu Touch is i recently read that you can now run android apps on it and i totally agree Lineage would be awesome and an obvious first step to take with this device now that we know it can be rooted...also TWRP development is a must
So far I'm really happy with it. The only thing is with how big it is, people with smaller/weaker hands are going to have a tough time. Good to know about Ubuntu Touch supporting android apps!
I too just got a G Play (2021), after spending the past 8 yrs. with my beloved HTC Ones (m7,m9). Ironically, it was Motorola that I left for HTC. I've been somewhat impressed with this phone's performance in stock bloat (I mean stock TRIM). I came in here today not expecting to see much, if anything, on this phone; but I've found enough info to get me started.
TY XDA, for all your hard work.
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Ive been rooting and tinkering with various different android phones for years now . Motorola has always been my favourite when it comes to rooting . Now my question is now what? I would love to finally pitch in on development starting with this device seeing as there is very little on this one as far as custom roms and what not. This device reminds me of the G7 Power with the A/B format. I was looking in on possibly bringing Ubuntu Touch to this device and as far as i can tell I just would need to make a halium kernal for it . Can someone maybe help me or tell me how incan possibly help on makimg that happen? Please bare with me . This is my very first time posting on this website . Im very savy when it comes to the android, ios and computers in general , Im running the stock rom and have done very little besides install some root apps. I would love to help out with any kind of development so please someone let me know . Ill be regularly checking my notifications and messages . Cheers!
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How did you install magisk did you find a unofficial twrp or something?
TypicalGellert said:
How did you install magisk did you find a unofficial twrp or something?
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I believe the OP use followed this guide.
[Guide] Root Motorola with Magisk (UnLocked Bootloader)(Non-TWRP method)
Root Motorola Devices with Magisk Note: This method has been working with most Moto Devices that the Bootloader can be UnLocked. If the Bootloader cannot be Unlocked this method will not work. Please only use this as a reference. If you require...
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Unofficial twrp ftw!
If you want an installable recovery, use this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...st-port-but-everything-works-amazing.4330775/
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Unofficial twrp ftw!
If you want an installable recovery, use this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...st-port-but-everything-works-amazing.4330775/
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I have a new Moto G Stylus Metro. Anything for this yet?
I picked up one of these bad boys on a pretty deep discount to use as a dedicated retro gaming device. I’m interesting in tinkering a bit and am wondering if anyone has any thoughts or suggestions on a good rom choice for my use case ? I’ve already gotten my unlock code and I’m pretty much ready to go at this point !
Most people say CorvusOS and EvolutionX are good gaming ROMs, they both seem to be fast. Some people talk about some sort of ROG gaming rom, though ive never heard of it, or tried it.
But, uhm... upon looking at this devices page.. there aren't ANY custom roms available for your device.
Wow really? That's unfortunate.
Is there any point to Unlocking and installing TWRP / Rooting my device then?
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Is there any point to Unlocking and installing TWRP / Rooting my device then?
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I fiundbthat this is a device good for being your experimental toy-around gadget for tweaks and other such root related changes fun to play around with what you can do but from what I know so uncommonly rooted or used by devs that have any influence on the releases of these roms to really give you the full experience of having a rooted device.
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Is there any point to Unlocking and installing TWRP / Rooting my device then?
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You can root it for kernel optimisations and debloating, while also giving you more customisation control over your device.
TWRP is available, so rooting should be possible with magisk.
There's also this thread:
Flash RETUS Android 11 now that its available 12/10/2021
Hi again I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU BRICK YOUR PHONE! (if you do it right I doubt you will but just in case) BACK UP YOUR STUFF JUST IN CASE BEFORE YOU DO THIS AS YOU WILL WIPE YOUR USERDATA! We now have access to RETUS Android 11! Download...
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Hi!
Wondering if someone have tried out Flamingo OS on Oneplus 7t Pro and have some insights if its any good and suggest best practice on how to flash it?
Unfortunately there is no thread here on xda on this rom and there is only Telegram (I cannot use Telegram), so I thought I try asking question here.
On some roms you need to flash from oos11 if the rom is based on android 12 and some roms you need to have oos 12 to flash a rom based on Android 13. I still haven't got oos 12 so would it be better to flash Flamingo 12 or can I flash Flamingo 13 from oos 11? I know I have to unlock oem from oos 11 or i will loose windevine L1, so I will do that first.
If any one have some pointers I would be grateful.
Flamingo OS is no longer updated.
"So here is a formal obituary for flamingo.
Since neither me nor Pranav has / can spent enough time towards development, there will be no more updates until further notice. Feel free to switch to other roms, idrc. So when we actually get free (none of us knows when exactly so there's that), if we still have the passion left then we might continue from where we left off, but no guarantees whatsoever. Had a great run for about a year I think? Anyways thanks for all your support, blah blah blah. Cheers"
That's sad. Have to find another rom then. I might try crdroid as it seems to active.