Downgrade from Lollipop to Kitkat ( lollipop Rooting Guide ) - Micromax Canvas A1

welcome Guys . Here is a new tutorial on how to root ( with and without cwm recovery ) then install cm11 and downgrade to kitkat. I was trying this from morning and had success in downgrading. I dont like lollipop and i had lectures on flashing so i wanted to be on kitkat so here is a working downgrading tutorial. I dont have time to explain full steps. but a normal flasher will understand . I was not able to install cwm or any other recovery on lollipop . It always used to take me to stock recovery . I used many methods but was unsuccessful in install recovery . I used flash tool to flash img and many other techniques so later i just booted from recovery and rooted without recovery installed. I was not able to flash stock Kitkat rom on lollipop . There was some error .
Below are all simple steps for downgrade . Special thanks to varun . He helped me a lot. All DEVs for providing files. I have provided all download links at last with video tutorial and full tutorial links to understand each step clearly .
STEP 1 . ROOT your LOLLIPOP
Method 1 . Use normal method and unlock oem , flash recovery and flash the new superSU file.
Method 2. Without recovery
Requirements :
OEM unlock
ADB and FASTBOOT setup with recovery img in the folder.
Commands : ( in fastboot mode )
fastboot boot recovery.img
flash SuperSU file...
STEP 2. Install CM11
Method 1. Use normal method to flash cm11 . Clear Userdata and cache. Boot into recoverymode.
Method 2. If you are without recovery then boot into recovery again and flash Userdata
Commands : ( fastboot mode )
fastboot boot recovery.img
Method 3. After getting in recovery user adb sideload
commands : ( in adb sideload mode. )
adb sideload filename.zip
STEP 3. Flash Stock ROM
Requirements :
ROOT
CM11
Just flash stock rom using SP flash tool
Brain :
@varun.chitre15
and me ( all other DEVS who developed recovery and other stuff . All other members for tutorials and other things. )
DOWNLOAD
CM11 - Here
CWM Recovery - Here
SuperSU zip for lollipop - Here
SuperSU zip for Kitkat - Here ( If you like to root again )
Stock ROM - Here
SP Flash TOol - Here
ADB and Fastboot - Here
Lastly Drivers - Here
TUTORIALS
Flash Recovery - Here
Root - Here
Stock ROM - Here
Flash STOCK ROM VIDEO TUT - here
Fix IMEI VIDEO TUT - here
HELP
You can donate me via likes shares and follows. Please do so. DEVS have done hardwork in this. So thank them also. ( them also means me too )
www.groupflexi.com
Subscribe my channel - Here
Follow me on Twitter - Here
Facebook Fan Page - Here
Facebook Fan Page - Here ( Group Flexi )
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I know i am Noob and I was the one to start threads for lollipop and now i am downgrading . I always create threads for problems and later i am the one to post tutorials and find answers of my own problem . I dont know why i am like that. But i am like that . so no need to tag this post to blame me for anything or tease me. I know who and how i am so keep your thoughts with you.
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Todays Noob is tomoros PRO . Keep Developing .
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Why flash CM11 ? Why not just flash the stock rom with SP Tools?

Yaa just flash the stock one via sp flash tool.i did this 40 + times in couple of month.every time get perfect
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raja mondal said:
Yaa just flash the stock one via sp flash tool.i did this 40 + times in couple of month.every time get perfect
Sent from my Micromax AQ4501 using XDA Free mobile app
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Trying to downgrade from Android 6.0.1 to 4.4.4. Used SP Flash tools after unlocking the bootloader, but the phone never gets detected in SP Flash Tools. Tried both the "Firmware upgrade" and "Download Only" options. Any idea what could be the issue?

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Guide to unlock Huawei Ascend Mate bootloader

Guide to unlock Huawei Ascend Mate bootloader
I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE. DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK.EVERYTHING WRITTEN IN THIS DOCUMENT WAS TESTED ON MY PHONE.​
After playing with my Mate I found a way to unlock the locked bootloader. If your bootloader is unlocked you can flash custom kernel , recovery to your phone.
The files used to unlock the bootloader is from P6 KitKat firmware. These two files are for efi and fastboot partition. Flashing only these partitions can avoid problems with mismatching modem firmware. The process was tested on official B221 firmware , but should work with any firmware. Reflashing a stock firmware(as I know there are only firmwares for Mate only with locked bootloader) with dload will relock the bootloader.
Unlocking process need proper adb and fastboot drivers installed. I use this driver :Huawei handset drivers for windows
Guide in pdf format
If your adb and fastboot drivers are correct you can start unlocking the bootloader.
If you want to unlock the bootloader and install Twrp recovery use this package :Bootloader unlock with TWRP install
Bootloader unlock with TWRP install mirror
This way powering on your phone with volume up button hold TWRP recovery comes up instead of stock 3e recovery. If you want to use the dload method to install a stock rom you have to restore the stock recovery.
Stock B221 fastboot flashable recovery
Stock B221 fastboot flashable recovery mirror
The other package just unlocks the bootloader .Bootloader unlock.
Bootloader unlock mirror.
Turn on USB debugging on your phone (settings->developer settings)
Start the package.
File extraction starts.
Command prompt window should appear.
Your phone restarts in bootloader mode.
Efi partition is flashed.
Fastboot partition is flashed.
Your phone restarts in bootloader mode.
Your bootloader state is displayed. (should say bootloader unlocked)
Your phone restart in normal mode.
This is what the packages do :
.\adb wait-for-device
.\adb reboot bootloader
.\fastboot flash efi efi.img
.\fastboot flash fastboot fastboot.img
.\fastboot reboot-bootloader
timeout 2
.\fastboot oem get-bootinfo
timeout 10
If it says your bootloader is still locked you can try the following:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot oem unlock UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
If you want to restore stock rom and recovery here are the packages.
Recovery restore package for B221
Recovery restore package for B907
These packages restores the original efi and fastboot partition and then restores the stock recovery. These packages do the opposite as the unlock bootloader , however my phone stayed unlocked. Also this package solves the problem when the stock recovery stuck at the begining when trying to flash a stock rom using dload method.
WARNING:If you plan to flash a rom not made for Mate , always check that it does not overwrite other partitions then boot, system, data, cust. If the install package reflash the modem do not install it as it can hard brick your device.
For updated versions of permanent TWRP recovery check my thread here
Thanks to surdu_petru for the initial device tree to compile twrp.
joe.stone said:
Guide to unlock Huawei Ascend Mate bootloader
I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE. DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK.EVERYTHING WRITTEN IN THIS DOCUMENT WAS TESTED ON MY PHONE.​
After playing with my Mate I found a way to unlock the locked bootloader. If your bootloader is unlocked you can flash custom kernel , recovery to your phone.
The files used to unlock the bootloader is from P6 KitKat firmware. These two files are for efi and fastboot partition. Flashing only these partitions can avoid problems with mismatching modem firmware. The process was tested on official B221 firmware , but should work with any firmware. Reflashing a stock firmware(as I know there are only firmwares for Mate only with locked bootloader) with dload will relock the bootloader.
Unlocking process need proper adb and fastboot drivers installed. I use this driver :Huawei handset drivers for windows
Guide in pdf format
If your adb and fastboot drivers are correct you can start unlocking the bootloader.
If you want to unlock the bootloader and install Twrp recovery use this package :Bootloader unlock with TWRP install
This way powering on your phone with volume up button hold TWRP recovery comes up instead of stock 3e recovery. If you want to use the dload method to install a stock rom you have to restore the stock recovery.
Stock B221 fastboot flashable recovery
The other package just unlocks the bootloader .Bootloader unlock.
Turn on USB debugging on your phone (settings->developer settings)
Start the package.
File extraction starts.
Command prompt window should appear.
Your phone restarts in bootloader mode.
Efi partition is flashed.
Fastboot partition is flashed.
Your phone restarts in bootloader mode.
Your bootloader state is displayed. (should say bootloader unlocked)
Your phone restart in normal mode.
This is what the packages do :
.\adb wait-for-device
.\adb reboot bootloader
.\fastboot flash efi efi.img
.\fastboot flash fastboot fastboot.img
.\fastboot reboot-bootloader
timeout 2
.\fastboot oem get-bootinfo
timeout 10
Thanks to surdu_petru for the initial device tree to compile twrp.
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Thanks joe....atlast bootloader unlocked..
One more thing i installed Fly UI OS from p6 and replaced with stock HAM boot.img....OS is not booting properly getting lots of FC's...
Does CM10.1 require different kernel or do we need to change any setting?
svvv said:
Thanks joe....atlast bootloader unlocked..
One more thing i installed Fly UI OS from p6 and replaced with stock HAM boot.img....OS is not booting properly getting lots of FC's...
Does CM10.1 require different kernel or do we need to change any setting?
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CM 10.1 may need some change in kernel or/and its config. Init.rc files needs modifications (framework , init.d support) , and it can happen that the init binary need some mods in cm source for proper working.For example wifi firmware path as on g510 . The standard cm init uses 2 firmware path , while the g510 init uses 4 to properly load wifi firmware files.You can check it on my github.
I am planning to compile a cm rom for our device , but the bootloader was the first step.
Awesome news mate ...
Finally someone can make goodies on HAM !
You can take a look also on my CM11 development project for P6, maybe you will make one for HAM !
Good luck !
Nice , very nice
Yes !!! This is best news on Ham. Thanks
Inviato dal mio HUAWEI MT1-U06 utilizzando Tapatalk
Thanks! ...While this method works to unlock bootloader in B907 HAM??? I think I'll try
Unlocked on B907 it was only a problem , the bat don't find the extracted folder on %temp% but it was there .....I was running adb cmd inside temp folder. Work perfect . THANKS
IT'S DAY ZERO FOR OWR DEVICE
Inviato dal mio HUAWEI MT1-U06 utilizzando Tapatalk
unlocked bootloader will be easier to carry kitkat HAM??
ErSergi said:
unlocked bootloader will be easier to carry kitkat HAM??
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Yes, KitKat will be more easily to port on HAM !
surdu_petru said:
Yes, KitKat will be more easily to port on HAM !
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but we need kernel from huawei right....for kitkat
Tested and works in B907 Oficial, unlocked bootloader ... Thank you for the contribution
Now this is a great Birthday present for me..
HAM Finally can be UNLOCKED.
i havent try yet but just wanna ask few questions.
1. Since now i'm using Hyd52Rom from Husen, can HAM be Unlocked with this Rom running?
2. Whats the best choice of current rom running for Unlocking?
maybe its sound stupid but its me (non-devs brain and only a user who dare to test..)...
Thanks guys.
You can unlock your phone using any rom. The only thing is needed turned on usb debugging. Of course the drivers on your pc should be installed .
After unlock check my other thread and update your permanent twrp to 2.6.3.2.
Sent from my HUAWEI MT1-U06 using xda app-developers app
HAM finally unlocked.
Looking forward for testing Compatible Roms.
Any suggestions highly appreciatable.
Thinking of trying P6 roms but not sure if theyre compatible
[email protected]
theoppositeman said:
HAM finally unlocked.
Looking forward for testing Compatible Roms.
Any suggestions highly appreciatable.
Thinking of trying P6 roms but not sure if theyre compatible
[email protected]
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I think every p6 JB ROM will compitable just you have to change dpi in build.prop
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Hi @ all,
it's all progressing really well in recent times
Can i use this method only for HAM or can i use this for my P6 also?
87insane said:
Hi @ all,
it's all progressing really well in recent times
Can i use this method only for HAM or can i use this for my P6 also?
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It should work on P6 too , but for P6 there are stock roms with unlocked bootloader.(KK beta).
If you want to use it on your P6 , use unlock bootloader only , and flash permanent twrp made for P6.
Of course permanent twrp for Mate will work on P6 as well , but the device identifier will be hwmt1_u06 and not hwp6_u06 which can cause assert errors when you try to flash a recovery flashable P6 rom .
I know. But i search for a way to use this on B125 international. In the CN it is to easy
Gesendet von meinem HUAWEI P6-U06
Hi,
I can't flash [ROM][JB4.2.2][HAM][ HYD52ROM V5] [Superfast,Stable][V5 7-02-14]
from TWRP 2.6.3.2 . Everythings go right but on reboot the device never end logo.
I need to relock bottloader and start again whit dload. I have tryed flashing same zip from tmp recovery on locked and everything is working. i will to know if is a rom problem or twrp or unlocked bootloader.Also i have try buckup from HYD52ROM V5 whit twpr 2.6.3.2 and restore rom, after a factory reset, but was a id mismatching and no user app.
I will try to unlock and no permanent twpr, but use a cwm tmp whats happen. i will report
Edit: whit unlocked bootloader and tmp twrp
2.6.3.0 from sordu_petru recovery flash of same zip ad no problem.

[Q] help please.im almost dying

hi every one
last night when i wanted to sleep.my phone suddenly restart .when the os wants to load.it reamins at huawei logo
i think i have this os :SelfieP6 by Reyncla
so i decided to install another rom
i found this one interest :
[ROM][4.4.4][ Unofficially Omni ROM
in order to install this rom.it said :ive to first install kk beta .to install kk beta i have to go back to stock recovery.i had twrp.so ive installed these 2 by twrp : Stock Firmware Huawei B506 CN KitKat boot and recovery.zip
first i install boot then recovery.
and now what ever i do .it reamains in huawei logo.my twrp gone,my os gone
i cant do anything with adb commands cuz it says :device not found
am i bricked my phone >?
v.mohamadtaghi said:
hi every one
last night when i wanted to sleep.my phone suddenly restart .when the os wants to load.it reamins at huawei logo
i think i have this os :SelfieP6 by Reyncla
so i decided to install another rom
i found this one interest :
[ROM][4.4.4][ Unofficially Omni ROM
in order to install this rom.it said :ive to first install kk beta .to install kk beta i have to go back to stock recovery.i had twrp.so ive installed these 2 by twrp : Stock Firmware Huawei B506 CN KitKat boot and recovery.zip
first i install boot then recovery.
and now what ever i do .it reamains in huawei logo.my twrp gone,my os gone
i cant do anything with adb commands cuz it says :device not found
am i bricked my phone >?
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Boot into bootloader and reflash twrp.
1) I dont remember the key combination required to get into fastboot, could anyone help out on this one
2) When in fastboot your phone should get stuck on the huawei screen, then you run fastboot flash recovery recovery_twrp.img
recovery_twrp.img being the twrp file from surdus thread.
3) fastboot restart and you should be able to access twrp
TNX
tauio111 said:
Boot into bootloader and reflash twrp.
1) I dont remember the key combination required to get into fastboot, could anyone help out on this one
2) When in fastboot your phone should get stuck on the huawei screen, then you run fastboot flash recovery recovery_twrp.img
recovery_twrp.img being the twrp file from surdus thread.
3) fastboot restart and you should be able to access twrp
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hi buddy tanx for your help.thats quite helpful.when i have twrp ,i want to use dlod methode.but i cant .can u help me what to do >?
v.mohamadtaghi said:
hi buddy tanx for your help.thats quite helpful.when i have twrp ,i want to use dlod methode.but i cant .can u help me what to do >?
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dload method can be used only with stock recovery.
TWRP is for flashing custom ROM's.
install
XDAvatar said:
dload method can be used only with stock recovery.
TWRP is for flashing custom ROM's.
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how can i install stock recovery ? .in surdu's post .there are 2 types of stock recovery.which one of them should i install?
v.mohamadtaghi said:
how can i install stock recovery ? .in surdu's post .there are 2 types of stock recovery.which one of them should i install?
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Try both. See which one is working.

Custom Rom

Hi guys,
I need help on how to choose and flash the best custom rom that will be best for my Xperia z 4.4.4 kitkat without encountering any future problems. I'm rooted but my bootloader is locked..
Unlock Bootloader First
Hey ,
I suggest you to unlock your bootloader first by using sony Flashtool . This is a great Software , it automates everything , all you have to do is download the flashtool and connect your phone in flashmode and unlock your bootloader in just 1 click.
Then, Install CWM recovery , Search XDA for CWM for your phone i am sure you"ll find it and then flash that .img file
Then , copy your desired custom ROM into yuor internal/sdcard and flash using CWM
Flashtool: http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/
search for your phone in the supported devices if it is one of the supported device then flash using this software or else download this
Flashtool by Androxyde : http://www.xperiafirmware.com/compo...2-uncategorised/30-androxyde-xperia-flashtool
Custom Roms (STABLE) : https://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=yuga&type=stable
Other Custom ROms : http://www.idroidspace.com/best-custom-roms-for-sony-xperia-z/
That's it!!! good day

[Q] [SOLVED] Android One bricked. Unable to even start the phone. Help pls...

Recently, I tried to install a custom ROM of Android L (beta), which bricked my device (Canvas A1).
My device Neither boots nor able to go to recovery mode or fastboot.
Pressing power button or Power+Volume Up isn't booting anything.
My bootloader is actually unlocked.
So I tried to flash stock ROM using SP Flashing Tool and it downloaded successsfully.
But still not booting.
Is there any other way to unbrick it rather than going to Micromax Service Center??
Thanks in Advance
Problem solved!
Actually, I had used an old version of SP Tools which didn't support MTK6582 scatter configs.
Then v.5.1424 from http://forum.xda-developers.com/canvas-a1/development/official-stock-rom-canvas-a1-t2887150 helped me out and I successfully downloaded the stock ROM in meta-mode.
For users who encounter the problem:
First, Install VCOM drivers for MTK devices..
Then install Android CDC Gadget Drivers.
Download the KitKat stock ROM.. (See instructions there)
Use SP Flash Tools v5.1424 from there to download it.
Use both 'download' and 'firmware upgrade' modes to flash.
Other issues after flashing:
Also fixed IMEI issues using http://en.miui.com/thread-10061-1-1.html (Needs unlocked bootloader again)
Fixed Wi-fi error using http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2730486 (Needs root access)
Rooted KitKait using TWRP recovery and installed SuperSu 2.40 without bootloader unlock (doesnot void warranty if warranty present)
Check here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlowF80deY
Thanks XDA
GokulNC said:
Actually, I had used an old version of SP Tools (v.5.13) which didn't support MTK6582 scatter configs.
Then v.5.1424 from http://forum.xda-developers.com/canvas-a1/development/official-stock-rom-canvas-a1-t2887150 helped me out and I successfully downloaded the stock ROM in meta-mode.
For users who encounter the problem:
To get warranty back by resetting flash counter, choose "Firmware Upgrade" in SP Tools, which will automatically lock bootloader and set flash_counter=0
You can check it by running the command "fastboot getvar all" in fastboot mode using ADB kit or tools in PC.
Also fixed IMEI issues using http://en.miui.com/thread-10061-1-1.html (Needs unlocked bootloader again)
Fixed Wi-fi error using http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2730486 (Needs root access)
Rooted again using TWRP recovery and installed SuperSu 2.40 without bootloader unlock (doesnot void warranty if warranty present)
Check here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlowF80deY
Thanks XDA
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btw micromax service center isnt asking a word even if you have a custom rom..actually may be they are so dumb that they cant find it if its unlocked or not
GokulNC said:
Recently, I tried to install a custom ROM of Android L (beta), which bricked my device (Canvas A1).
My device Neither boots nor able to go to recovery mode or fastboot.
Pressing power button or Power+Volume Up isn't booting anything.
My bootloader is actually unlocked.
So I tried to flash stock ROM using SP Flashing Tool and it downloaded successsfully.
But still not booting.
Is there any other way to unbrick it rather than going to Micromax Service Center??
Thanks in Advance
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just flash the stock backup via SP flash tool
Same problem did u find any solution for it yet ?
Press power button and and the volume button up at the same time and restore everything that how you can fix it or use a computer to fix it
Bro i can't get in recovery my phone is dead after downloading the stock rom using sp flash tool
When trying to get firmwhere upgrade it shows failed to get pmt info
Other two methods works download and format+ download only works properly without any error but still it's not booting up
aayan007 said:
Bro i can't get in recovery my phone is dead after downloading the stock rom using sp flash tool
When trying to get firmwhere upgrade it shows failed to get pmt info
Other two methods works download and format+ download only works properly without any error but still it's not booting up
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Download the KitKat stock ROM..
Flash using latest SP Flash Tools v5.1548 (This is the latest version & highly recommended)
Use both 'download' and 'firmware upgrade' modes
GokulNC said:
Download the KitKat stock ROM..
Flash using latest SP Flash Tools v5.1548
Use both 'download' and 'firmware upgrade' modes
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I did it after download hit firmware upgrade it shows failed to get pmt info ????
aayan007 said:
I did it after download hit firmware upgrade it shows failed to get pmt info
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This might help: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45780613&postcount=2
Thnx bro that may help me but i don't how to connect my phone on Meta mode to pc yet
unable to switch on mobile
I tried the mentioned methods but still not able to switch on my mobile I am able to flash format or format+download but not firmware upgrade. I am not able to switch on my mobile or recovery. plz help
can you tell us how to get into META MODE....??
GokulNC said:
Actually, I had used an old version of SP Tools (v.5.13) which didn't support MTK6582 scatter configs.
Then v.5.1424 from http://forum.xda-developers.com/canvas-a1/development/official-stock-rom-canvas-a1-t2887150 helped me out and I successfully downloaded the stock ROM in meta-mode.
For users who encounter the problem:
To get warranty back by resetting flash counter, choose "Firmware Upgrade" in SP Tools, which will automatically lock bootloader and set flash_counter=0
You can check it by running the command "fastboot getvar all" in fastboot mode using ADB kit or tools in PC.
Also fixed IMEI issues using http://en.miui.com/thread-10061-1-1.html (Needs unlocked bootloader again)
Fixed Wi-fi error using http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2730486 (Needs root access)
Rooted again using TWRP recovery and installed SuperSu 2.40 without bootloader unlock (doesnot void warranty if warranty present)
Check here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlowF80deY
Thanks XDA
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i also have same problem. still facing the same problem after followng your instruction. help me please
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harkirat singhh said:
can you tell us how to get into META MODE....??
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power botton+vol up
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nilesh15 said:
I tried the mentioned methods but still not able to switch on my mobile I am able to flash format or format+download but not firmware upgrade. I am not able to switch on my mobile or recovery. plz help
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same problem im also facing, if you get solution please let me know,
Hi guys... I know this isn't correct place, but I have a bricked Canvas A1... It neither starts, nor goes to fastboot mode... Only random offline battery charging screen shows up... So I wanted to try the SP Flash Tools method.. But I can't find it... If anyone can guide me, thanks in advance!
I'm looking for Stock LP ROM of A1 flashable by SP Flash Tools
DarkSJ1998 said:
Hi guys... I know this isn't correct place, but I have a bricked Canvas A1... It neither starts, nor goes to fastboot mode... Only random offline battery charging screen shows up... So I wanted to try the SP Flash Tools method.. But I can't find it... If anyone can guide me, thanks in advance!
I'm looking for Stock LP ROM of A1 flashable by SP Flash Tools
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Check this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/canvas-a1/development/official-stock-rom-canvas-a1-t2887150
All links and procedure is given there
GokulNC said:
Actually, I had used an old version of SP Tools (v.5.13) which didn't support MTK6582 scatter configs.
Then v.5.1424 from http://forum.xda-developers.com/canvas-a1/development/official-stock-rom-canvas-a1-t2887150 helped me out and I successfully downloaded the stock ROM in meta-mode.
For users who encounter the problem:
To get warranty back by resetting flash counter, choose "Firmware Upgrade" in SP Tools, which will automatically lock bootloader and set flash_counter=0
You can check it by running the command "fastboot getvar all" in fastboot mode using ADB kit or tools in PC.
Also fixed IMEI issues using http://en.miui.com/thread-10061-1-1.html (Needs unlocked bootloader again)
Fixed Wi-fi error using http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2730486 (Needs root access)
Rooted again using TWRP recovery and installed SuperSu 2.40 without bootloader unlock (doesnot void warranty if warranty present)
Check here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlowF80deY
Thanks XDA
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Will this work when i can't mount/cache
I am having the same issue formated it first with download only option then it stuck on micromax logo so I flashed it again with format all+ download and from then its not starting up. pls help
hi i am also having same problem can guys please help me
Didnt Helped me...
ive bricked my phone via flashtool while i was flashing a rom but it didnt flashed via download method, so i tried format + download and that formatted my device but didnt downloaded the rom...
now it just shows installing driver while i connect to pc and is detectable by flashtool but the device shows nothing...
everytime i try flashing a new rom via flashtool it shows illegal as the roms were third party...
please suggest me a rom that is stock and that not show illegal while flashing...
Thanks in Advance...

Lenovo A7000 STOCK MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0] FLASHING WITHOUT SP FLASH TOOL

I recommend using the SP FLASH TOOL method for flashing stock ROM if possible.
TO FLASH THIS STOCK FIRMWARE via SP Flash TOOL Click here
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
First, when I am on stock Lenovo rooted lollipop ROM(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly, it also worked when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
The third time it works when I am on vibe 3.5 custom ROM [MM based] with custom kernel.
If you have a rooted device, your device will unroot after installing the update.
If your device is not rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this OTA ROM
1. You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed. Use any one between method a or b
(a)If you want you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP. Click here
(Procedure is the same as installing zip file in TWRP).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flash tool. Click here
(Run spflash tool Download and unzip the package, load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into a recovery check if the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2. Download the stock ROM from the Lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK: click here
3. Now make the two copies of the downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder).
4. Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5. Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons), then select English as recovery language.
6. Now select install update package. It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between, you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating, after update your phone will reboot automatically. (update may take 10-15 minutes)
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER I NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONSIBLE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELPS YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
If you want to flash through SP Flash tool the go to this thread:-http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
i am on A7000-a_plus_S141_190902_ROW.zip. will this procedure works on my device? or i need to upgrade to S153 first?
bigostoo said:
i am on A7000-a_plus_S141_190902_ROW.zip. will this procedure works on my device? or i need to upgrade to S153 first?
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No you cannot use this and also cannot use any thread of lenovo a7000.
Because Your device is lenovo a7000 plus.
So go for lenovo a7000 plus
PrashantRana said:
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
First when I am on stock lenovo rooted lollipop rom(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly it also work when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
If you are on rooted your phone will be unroot after installing the update.
If you are on non rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this ota ROM
1.You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed.
(a)If you don't have you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP click here
(Procedure is same as installing zip file).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flashtoolclick here
(Run spflash tool Download the package,load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into recovery.Check the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2.Download the stock ROM from lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK:click here
3.Now make the two copy of downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder)and other in micro SD(for backup).(This is my personal recommendation because if update fails we do not have to download again.)
4.Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5.Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons),then select English as recovery language.
6.Now select install update package.It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating,after update your phone will reboot automatically.(update may take 10-15 minutes).
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER ME NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONBILE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
THANKS.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELP YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
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Sir where is mm update?
I use cm12 but i want the latest update,
Should i flash the s153 stock rom before flashing the latest update?
Or can i flash directly the MM update via twrp?
Can you provide a link the mm update for us
And the step by step procedure?
Thanks a lot sir.
I m on miui7.
Rooted
Twrp recovery
Can I follow this procedure for MM upadate??
Pls tell me.
Thanks
android_digger said:
I m on miui7.
Rooted
Twrp recovery
Can I follow this procedure for MM upadate??
Pls tell me.
Thanks
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Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soon.It will take time. For now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
PrashantRana said:
Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soonfor now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
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Sir im using cm12 custom rom too, but can i flash the stock rom s153 through twrp in this link?
PrashantRana said:
Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soon.It will take time. For now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/and...andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
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Can u please tell me step by step process??
I know it's silly question but I have not tried it yet so..
Please tell me.
Once I tried but my phone is n detected.
Worked Perfectly.....Thanks a Ton !!
PrashantRana said:
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
Firstwhen I am on stock lenovo rooted lollipop rom(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly it also work when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
If you are on rooted your phone will be unroot after installing the update.
If you are on non rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this ota ROM
1.You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed.
(a)If you don't have you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP click here
(Procedure is same as installing zip file).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flashtoolclick here
(Run spflash tool Download the package,load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into recovery.Check the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2.Download the stock ROM from lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK:click here
3.Now make the two copy of downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder)and other in micro SD(for backup).(This is my personal recommendation because if update fails we do not have to download again.)
4.Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5.Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons),then select English as recovery language.
6.Now select install update package.It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating,after update your phone will reboot automatically.(update may take 10-15 minutes)
TO FLASH THIS STOCK FIRMWARE via SP Flash TOOLClick here
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER ME NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONBILE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
THANKS.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELP YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
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can i directly flash this marshmallow 6.0 ota to my old twrp? im currenly on LP rooted with twrp 3.0
thanks
g4rc1 said:
can i directly flash this marshmallow 6.0 ota to my old twrp? im currenly on LP rooted with twrp 3.0
thanks
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No the ota package can only be flashed by stock recovery.or use spflash tool method
I m on miui7
Twrp
But can I flash stock recovery then install the update???
android_digger said:
I m on miui7
Twrp
But can I flash stock recovery then install the update???
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I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
PrashantRana said:
I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
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Okkey bro...thankss
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PrashantRana said:
I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
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I sent u a PM. Please check that...and please give suggestions towards that if u know.
Sir can i flash the stock rom using twrp in step 2 link?
Im using cm12.1 rom
Pls answer
PrashantRana said:
No the ota package can only be flashed by stock recovery.or use spflash tool method
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I downloaded your stock recovery i've flashed using rashr and update from setting. As you said "works like a charm"!
thank you, keep up the good work.
Flashing Stock Rom [SP Flash Tool][Step by Step]
Instruction For Flashing Stock Rom Via SP Flash Tool Step by Stepclick here
PrashantRana said:
Instruction For Flashing Stock Rom Via SP Flash Tool Step by Stepclick here
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after flashing and rooting i format my sdcard as internal and i notice that no zip/img file appear on twrp. has anyone encounter the same problem?
Thanks

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