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Description
TDH-JR is a stock derived ROM that is extremely debloated, deodexed and comes with a highly stable, tunable and fast kernel (@tdhite Skyhigh). This ROM is not for those seeking a lot of UI tweaks, mods or otherwise. If you want that, go get BiggDaddy or similar. This ROM is about sticking as close as possible to stock less the bloat, though also extremely battery efficient, fast, clean and highly stable.
Screenshots
You can find Screenshot images in the Screenshots Tab.
Features
@tdhite Skyhigh kernel
@tdhite Hotspot/Tether fix
Netflix encryption fix
Deodexed
Extremely Debloated (Just enough ROM to Use, add your own apps)
Knox Removed
MobileID Removed
SuperSU Rooted (Prior to QF1 Release)
Magisk Rooted (QF1 and beyond).
Busybox (Not where Magisk is used as you must use the Magisk Module due to Magisk incompatibilities).
Essential build.prop and default.prop tweaks
Passes SafetyNet.
Downloads
TDH-JR v54.0 (based on Firrmware version G920PVPS4DQH1):
Android File Host Download
XDA Download
MD5: e4f3324012e26c315dc61ee0f8b6462f
Previous Releases
TDH-JR v4.0 (based on Firrmware version G920PVPS4DQF1):
Android File Host Download
XDA Download
MD5: 594ebbc1aaf7420b7184d9f569370dda
TDH-JR v3.0 (based on Firrmware version G920PVPS4CQB1):
Android File Host Download
XDA Download
MD5: b29827a7c0944cec52f3c300b8119622
TDH-JR v2.0 (based on firmware version G920PVPS4CQA2):
Android File Host Download
XDA Download
MD5: 28aac35b187e8868919966f2373e526f
TDH-JR v1.0 (For those running G920PVPU4CPL3 firnware).
Download from XDA
Download from AFH
md5: 8eca8919d887d39a81a3f64c2301e33b
How to Install
READ THE DISCLAIMER BEFORE INSTALLING!
Assure you are on the appropriately similar firmware (see Previous Releases above for the correct firmware for prior releases of this ROM).
Make a backup of your existing rom (TWRP nandroid is best)
Backup apps as desired (e.g., via Titanium Backup)
Place the ROM flashable downloaded from the link(s) above in internal storage (e.g., /sdcard)
Boot into TWRP Recovery
Wipe Cache, Dalvik in all cases, Data if you are not dirty flashing.
Dirty flashing coming from pure stock may work, but no promises
Dirty flashing over a previous, clean install of this ROM should work fine
Flash (i.e., Install in TWRP) the ROM flashable zip
Reboot (to System)
Enjoy!
Dirty Flashing
Generally dirty flashing over stock setups should work fine, losing no settings. To do so:
Upgrade to corresponding Firmware version (e.g., QF1) in Odin (or if you already have, no need);
Copy the downloaded zip flashable to somewere in /sdcard (let's just presume that dir for now);
Load TWRP Recovery;
Backup your existing Stock QA2 ROM;
Wipe Dalvik, Cache, System (Data optionally);
Install this ROM from where you copied it (e.g., /sdcard/TDH-JR-G920P-QA2.zip);
Reboot to System -- it will take a good long time (and likely at least one reboot), just hang with it;
Once up, if you did not use the 'Briefing' Page in your UI, just turn it of again -- upgrades generally turn it back on;
Enjoy.
After installing this ROM, the initial boot will take many minutes and will likely reboot at least once during its initial setup sequence. Many operations are taking place (e.g., Dalvik regeneration, Synapse support setup, etc.).
Special Thanks and Credits
[MENTION]SuperR.[/MENTION]@xda (For his fantastic Kitchen)
[MENTION]Chainfire[/MENTION]@xda (For the venerable SuperSU root)
[MENTION]topjohnwu[/MENTION]@xda (For the venerable Magisk root)
[MENTION]osm0sis[/MENTION]@xda (For the Android Kitchen and Busybox build)
XDA:DevDB Information
TDH-JR, ROM for the Sprint Samsung Galaxy S6
Contributors
tdhite
ROM OS Version: 7.x Nougat
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.10.x
ROM Firmware Required: G920PVPS4DQF1
Based On: Stock: G920PVPS4DQF1
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: v5.0
Stable Release Date: 2017-09-30
Created 2017-02-04
Last Updated 2017-09-30
Legal Disclaimer
*** Legal Disclaimer -- READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ***
If you use any software from download links provided anywhere within this thread, or convey the same to someone else, you and all subsequent conveyees are bound by the following:
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS AND ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK BY THE USER OF THE PROGRAM
Assumption of the Risk of Use
YOU ASSUME, AND AGREE TO ASSUME, ALL THE RISK OF HARM BY USING THE PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY WITH A THIRD PARTY, IT MAY IMPROPERLY OPERATE AND DAMAGE YOUR DEVICE, IT MAY CAUSE ANY MYRIAD OF HARMFUL OUTCOMES REGARDING YOUR DEVICE OR THE USE OF THE DEVICE ON WHICH IT GETS INSTALLED. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU ARE AWARE OF THOSE RISKS, UNDERSTAND THOSE RISKS, AND VOLUNTARILY AND INTELLIGENTLY ELECT TO ENGAGE THOSE RISKS BY USING THE PROGRAM.
Disclaimer of Warranty
THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME ALL LIABILITY AND AGREE THAT IN NO EVENT WILL YOU SEEK ANY FORM OF RECOMPENSE, WHETHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR, CORRECTION OR OTHERWISE.
Disclaimer of Title Warranty
THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF TITLE FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING ANY CONVEYOR OF THE PROGRAM MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND THAT HE OR SHE HAS ANY TITLE OR THE RIGHT TO TRANSFER ANY TITLE TO THE PROGRAM TO YOU. YOU ACCEPT THAT, IN FACT, YOU RECEIVE NO TITLE TO ANY OF THE PROGRAM.
Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MODIFIES AND/OR CONVEYS THE PROGRAM, PERMITTED OR NOT, BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR LEGAL DAMAGES OR EQUITABLE RELIEF, INCLUDING ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Change logs, notices, mods.
This post will be updated with changes or updates to the ROM. As well, any notices and available mods will be posted here for download and install instructions.
Notices
None at this time.
Mods
Hotspot Fix Update:
Until the next update of the ROM comes out, you can install the hotspot update that injects a quick setting tile on your pull-down quick settings bar. You can download and flash it from Android File Host.
Change Logs
None at this time.
any increase in SOT ?
Aniklie said:
any increase in SOT ?
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There is one thing, and one thing only that dominates SOT with screens like on the S6. Reduced brightness.
For the rest, such as CPU usage diffs between screen off and on, voltages, core stuffing, hotplugging, and all the rest, yes, that is all covered for max SOT (mostly due to the kernel).
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Thanks @tdhite I'm downloading ATM, I'll report back after the installation. :good:
Please provide stock kernel as a flashabe zip for those who want to use stock kernel.
May give this one a go tomorrow. I've been on stock rooted for awhile now.
[ROM] [SM-G920P] [DEBLOAT/DEODEX] TDH-JR (Just enough ROM) [v1.0]
AndroidGeeker said:
Please provide stock kernel as a flashabe zip for those who want to use stock kernel.
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My Skyhigh port is the stock kernel as its base with relevant (and many) commits on top to provide tuning access and additional features necessary to have rock solid, fast and efficient operations. The use of stock kernel in this scenario is not really in my plans for this ROM, but thanks for the suggestion none the less. The main reason for that is really about battery and efficiency, the stock kernel is simply too unsophisticated in certain areas due to it being quite a bit behind the standard Linux commits.
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how can I use this rom if I'm on G920PVPU3CPF4, I bought another s6, its a sprint and unlocked getting ready to root this one and install TWRP, id really like to use this rom.
tdhite said:
My Skyhigh port is the stock kernel as it's base with relevant (and many) commits on top to provide tuning access and additional features necessary to have rock solid, fast and efficient operations. The use of stock kernel in this scenario is not really in my plans for this ROM, but thanks for the suggestion none the less. The main reason for that is really about battery and efficiency, the stock kernel is simply too unsophisticated in certain areas due to it being quite a bit behind the standard Linux commits.
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Can you please tell me how to tune this kernel to boot faster because mine is taking 1 minute and 25 seconds to boot.
First Charge Cycle
I'm on G920P. why do I meet :Updater process ended with ERROR:7 Error installing zip file
Previous log: This package is for zerofltespr devices; this is a zeroflte
khongson91 said:
I'm on G920P. why do I meet :Updater process ended with ERROR:7 Error installing zip file
Previous log: This package is for zerofltespr devices; this is a zeroflte
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Whatever recovery you are using is suggesting you do *not* have a Sprint Galaxy S6. Your best bet is post the output of "getprop" in your recovery so we can determine what you actually have.
AndroidGeeker said:
Can you please tell me how to tune this kernel to boot faster because mine is taking 1 minute and 25 seconds to boot.
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There are no tunings for speeding up the operations taking place. I does take a bit, understood. Much of the time is involved in setting up (injecting) SELinux policy properly, checking/fixing telephony databases for hotspot fix, running various processes for optimizations (cortexbrain, setting up crond, etc.). If you compute the percentage of uptime between boot and overall use, it is (normally, anyway) much, much, much less than even 0.1% of the time.
AndroidGeeker said:
First Charge Cycle
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Not quite sure what you want me to get out of that image?
Sorry for my mistake. I used wrong TWRP. I install success now. Just don't have mobile data toggle and sometimes Samsung DM service and System Update show in status bar. It's so annoying.
Unable to get Bluetooth to work. Will not find anything.
Thanks
Good lightweight ROM but I cant set my lockscreen wallpaper because the wallpaper app has been removed..
[ROM] [SM-G920P] [DEBLOAT/DEODEX] TDH-JR (Just enough ROM) [v1.0]
Ebi369 said:
Unable to get Bluetooth to work. Will not find anything.
Thanks
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Hmm. I use all sorts of Bluetooth devices, including my car. Please send a catlog while trying to scan. Also, what other mods did you add (e.g., Xposed, et al).
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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Not quite sure what you want me to get out of that image?
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I just shared this for those who was asking about battery life.
Update: Got it !!! ?
? I went ahead and started different version of TWRP to get that error go away and it actually stuck this time with no seandroid error, soon as it loaded I went in the TWRP I wiped my delvik and cache at the same time first then I did data all by itself and just in case I got the error again I left system alone I took a chance because I really didn't want to Flash over the bloated stock but I took a chance with it and it worked and it stuck like glue, yeaaaaa
Stock Android 8.0.0 Oreo ROM
for Moto E5 Play (James) XT1921-5
TWRP Flashable Installer
DISCLAIMER:
By proceeding further, you are assuming full responsibility for any negative consequences which may result from flashing this ROM. While I have fully tested this ROM on my own device with no adverse issues, I will not be held liable for bricked or otherwise inoperable devices resulting from the installation of this ROM. You -- and you alone -- are solely responsible for your device. With that having been said, I will provide as much support as possible in the event of such a catastrophe. Please read this thread fully, and follow the instructions precisely, and you should incur no negative consequences.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Compatibility: XT1921-5 Moto E5 Play (James)
Android Version: 8.0.0 (Oreo)
Kernel Version: 3.18.71-perf-gb4140c9
Baseband Version: M8920_11.54.11.41R
Build No. OCPS27.91-23-3
Android Security Patch Level: June 1, 2018
Android SDK: 26
Build Date: June 7, 2018 (Original Stock Build)
Carrier Variant: Sprint, Boost Mobile, Virgin Mobile
NOTE: This ROM is mostly pure stock. I have zipaligned all APK files in /system/framework and in /system/app to optimize RAM efficiency. Also, dm-verity has been disabled in the stock kernel. It should also be noted that the ROM installer does not flash sensitive bootloader partitions, the partition index (gpt.bin), or radio firmware partitions. Hence, it is completely safe to downgrade after flashing this ROM. Likewise, if you have not updated your firmware to the latest version via OTA, this ROM should still function normally.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Unlocked Bootloader;
2. TWRP Installed;
3. Decrypted Device Recommended (It is not yet confirmed whether this ROM will install and function on an encrypted device. In theory, and because this ROM is mostly stock, installation on an encrypted device should work so long as the /userdata partition is properly formatted. If your device is encrypted, you are flashing at your own risk. Keep in mind that by decrypting your device, you may later opt to manually encrypt your userdata by going to device SETTINGS>SECURITY & LOCATION>ENCRYPTION & CREDENTIALS and following the on-screen prompts and instructions. It is recommended to have a fully charged battery prior to encrypting your userdata. The process can take an hour or more, depending on the amount of userdata to be encrypted.
THANKS & MENTIONS:
@CodyF86 for his TWRP build, kernel patches, and /vendor fstab patches;
@SuperR. for his Windows version Kitchen;
@squid2 for his TWRP builds;
@CurbThePain for providing needed partition dumps;
@topjohnwu for his revolutionary Magisk Systemless Root Interface.
KERNEL SOURCE CODE:
Moto E5 Play (James)
MSM8920 Kernel Source Code: https://github.com/MotorolaMobilityLLC/kernel-msm/releases/tag/MMI-OCP27.91-23
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Download the ROM zip from the download link below and store it to external device storage. (Because the /userdata partition needs to be formatted prior to installation, saving the ROM zip to internal storage is not feasible.);
2. Boot your device into TWRP Recovery Mode;
3. MAKE A FULL NANDROID BACKUP (/system, /boot and, optionally, /data);
4. Wipe /system, /cache, and the Dalvik/ART cache;
5. Select Wipe>Format Data and follow prompts to format /data;
6. Reboot Recovery (this step is sometimes necessary to ensure proper mounting of partitions after formatting /data);
7. Select Install, navigate to the saved location of the ROM zip in external storage, select the file, and commence installation;
8. Reboot System.
Note: If you want root, flash the latest Magisk Beta version after completing Step 7 above. https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/beta-magisk-v13-0-0980cb6-t3618589 To learn more about Magisk, visit the main Magisk stable release/announcement thread here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445 Be sure to hit Thanks on @topjohnwu's threads.
BUGS:
Please let me know...
DOWNLOAD LINK:
Stock Android 8.0.0 Oreo ROM
Build No. OCPS27.91-23-3 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j_OjzxxiqeJL4Lx7qE5tbQvj5IxbzQCd/view?usp=drivesdk
****Previous Build(s)****
Build No. OCP27.91-23
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N69FIg-n6LOPHuXSsYZRvgyuMa67UFXl/view?usp=sharing
Can you include vendor partition in the zip or separate as img?
althafvly said:
Can you include vendor partition in the zip or separate as img?
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Hey @althafvly, here is a dump of my vendor.img, which has force encryption disabled per the fstab file.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l56u4x5VHAJD8ZhnMhVo0ts7V1-NHHdI/view?usp=drivesdk
What are you thinking? Perhaps including the vendor.img in the ROM.zip to disable encryption? I am going to try implementing @CodyF86's modded fstab.qcom into the ROM for installation to /vendor/etc, to see if force encryption gets disabled after installation. Of course, I'll need to include a format command for /userdata as well.
MotoJunkie01 said:
Hey @althafvly, here is a dump of my vendor.img, which has force encryption disabled per the fstab file.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l56u4x5VHAJD8ZhnMhVo0ts7V1-NHHdI/view?usp=drivesdk
What are you thinking? Perhaps including the vendor.img in the ROM.zip to disable encryption? I am going to try implementing @CodyF86's modded fstab.qcom into the ROM for installation to /vendor/etc, to see if force encryption gets disabled after installation. Of course, I'll need to include a format command for /userdata as well.
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You'll have to make the ROM install script, first mount /vendor then copy the vendor image or at least fstab to it, then install the ROM. People will still have to format /data to go unencrypted, but should still be able to use your ROM with an encrypted /data, so it's really if the person wants to do it or not, but you could write the script to push the fstab tho.
mount -o,rw /dev/block/platform/soc/7824900.sdhci/by-name/vendor /vendor
cp fstab.qcom /vendor/etc/fstab.qcom
then optionally format /data
Got it. Thanks @CodyF86 for the command lines and info. I'll try to add an Edify script into the installer. Also, because formatting /useedata will be required, I will go ahead and add a format command for the data partition into my installer as well. I will, of course, add credit to the OP for using your modded files.
Can I Flash This On My Moto E4 sprint xt1766 ? silly question but asking is free :> maybe just the system partition jejeje
ozmage said:
Can I Flash This On My Moto E4 sprint xt1766 ? silly question but asking is free :> maybe just the system partition jejeje
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It would not be advised to do so. This stock ROM is for the Sprint variant of the Moto E5 Play only, and would certainly not be compatible on the xt1766 Sperry. This ROM would first need to be ported to the xt1766.
I'm in the process of updating the thread to reflect the recent OTA update - Android 8.0.0, Build Number OCPS27.91-23-3, Blur_Version 27.11.26.en.US.sprint. This OTA includes standard bug fixes, stability improvements, baseband radio patches for smoother data roaming handover, and Google security patches through June 1, 2018. With fingers crossed, it is looking as if this budget device will receive its fair share of OTA updates. The Motorola Mobility LLC software development manifest currently reflects that regular OTAs will be rolled out for the Moto E5 Play.
Beta release of LineageOS 15.1 is out for the James.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-e5/development/rom-unofficial-lineage-os-15-1-moto-e5-t3818732
Gentlemen, ladies, and others (one must stay politically correct these days), for those of you needing factory firmware for the Moto E5 Play (James), the Development Gods have smiled upon us. Motorola Mobility has inadvertently leaked official firmware packages for ours and a few other variants. Being the watchdog that I am, I was able to capture a few packages before they were removed from the carrier manifest server. I'll be posting a stock firmware and restoration thread for the James before the weekend is up. Sure wish there was more enthusiasm for James development, but it doesn't seem so thus far. Maybe the device will catch on some more.
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MotoJunkie01 said:
Gentlemen, ladies, and others (one must stay politically correct these days), for those of you needing factory firmware for the Moto E5 Play (James), the Development Gods have smiled upon us. Motorola Mobility has inadvertently leaked official firmware packages for ours and a few other variants. Being the watchdog that I am, I was able to capture a few packages before they were removed from the carrier manifest server. I'll be posting a stock firmware and restoration thread for the James before the weekend is up. Sure wish there was more enthusiasm for James development, but it doesn't seem so thus far. Maybe the device will catch on some more.
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Is the Cricket Wireless Moto e5 cruise a James variant?
adepew said:
Is the Cricket Wireless Moto e5 cruise a James variant?
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I don't think so, but don't quote me on that. I honestly hadn't realized how many variants of the Moto E5 existed until I started researching them. Give me your model number and I'll see what I can find for you. I have packages for the xt1921-5 Sprint variant Moto E5 Play, the xt1944-1 Moto E5 LTE, a couple packages for the Moto E5 Plus, etc. But, because I'm traveling at the moment I have not had a chance to sort through everything that got leaked.
Update: my friend you do have a James. If your model number is xt1921-2 you are in luck. I have official Cricket firmware.
Thread updated to latest Build No. OCPS27.91-23-3, Security Patch Level: June 1, 2018. See Download Link in OP.
Stock Android 8.0.0 Oreo ROM
Build No. OCPS27.91-23-3
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I am happy to report this runs on the XT 1921-1 with Freedom Mobile (Canada) branding I bought recently. Flashed with TWRP.
There is one bug. The camera app and torch function no longer work if I allow the Play Store to update "Camera Tuner for Moto E5 Play" from the version in the stock reflash.
exasperation said:
I am happy to report this runs on the XT 1921-1 with Freedom Mobile (Canada) branding I bought recently. Flashed with TWRP.
There is one bug. The camera app and torch function no longer work if I allow the Play Store to update "Camera Tuner for Moto E5 Play" from the version in the stock reflash.
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Good info to know. I'm cooking a stock Android 8.0.0 ROM (current build) for the xt1921-1 and, since I do not own this variant, I'll need testers before I can post it to a thread. Other than disabling dm-verity in the stock kernel, I'll be leaving it untouched. Users who want root can simply flash the latest Magisk systemless root installer following the ROM installation.
Finding some helpful solution.
My aunt from US (Based in hawaii) just bought Motorola E5 Plus but I have a problem, my phone does'nt read any sim here in the Philippines. If I install your stock rom I can use any sim using this phone?
Your answer will be more appreciated. Thank you.
RandomNubGuyInPhilippine said:
My aunt from US (Based in hawaii) just bought Motorola E5 Plus but I have a problem, my phone does'nt read any sim here in the Philippines. If I install your stock rom I can use any sim using this phone?
Your answer will be more appreciated. Thank you.
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My ROM is intended only for the Moto E5 Play (xt1921-5) variant, which is the Sprint compatible model. Nevertheless, the ROM does not enable any special carrier capabilities. In your case, go to device Settings>>System Update and select the UICC Unlock option. This should unlock your device to work with international GSM providers.
MotoJunkie01 said:
Good info to know. I'm cooking a stock Android 8.0.0 ROM (current build) for the xt1921-1 and, since I do not own this variant, I'll need testers before I can post it to a thread.
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Will be happy to test.
exasperation said:
Will be happy to test.
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Cool. I have a ROM ready. I'll upload and post today.
Moto E5 Play (XT1921-1)
Stock Android 8.0.0
Build No. OPP27.98
This is an untouched, pure stock ROM for the xt1921-1 Moto E5 Play. For best results it is recommended to save this ROM to external storage, boot into TWRP recovery, perform a full wipe and format /useedata prior to installing. Because I do not own the xt1921-1, I'll need testers to confirm functionality. However, I can confirm that the ROM works on my xt1921-5 Boost Mobile variant with no negative consequences or bugs.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ra-uOsMnaZBRc8g31bRH6W4Wtb9XPdoi/view?usp=drivesdk
Give this a try @exasperation and let me know how it goes. Thanks. Once functionality is confirmed on the xt1921-1, I'll put this ROM in its own thread.
LineageOS 15.1 (Beta v1.01)
for Moto E5 Play (james)
Boost Mobile/Virgin Mobile/Sprint Variants
LineageOS 15.1 is a free, community-built, aftermarket firmware distribution of Android 8.1.0 Oreo, which is designed to increase performance and reliability over stock Android for your device.
LineageOS is based on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) with extra contributions from a myriad of developers and enthusiasts within the Android community. LineageOS can be used without need of having any Google application installed. LineageOS does still include various hardware-specific code, which is slowly being open sourced.
LineageOS Source Code: https://github.com/LineageOS
LineageOS Changelog: https://www.cmxlog.com/15.1
LineageOS Gerrit Code Review: https://review.lineageos.org/#/q/status:open
Kernel Source Code MSM8920: https://github.com/MotorolaMobilityLLC/kernel-msm/releases/tag/MMI-OCP27.91-23
This is a LineageOS 15.1 build based on Project Treble. More specifically, it is based on XDA Recognized Developer @phhusson's Phh-Treble and his ARM32 Vanilla GSI. Because the Moto E5 Play is officially supported by Project Treble, I have taken the vanilla GSI and made it bootable for our device. Along with a modified kernel from the stock Android 8.0.0 OS, I've compiled a TWRP flashable Lineage 15.1 custom ROM for the james. This vanilla ROM is very much bare-bones -- no GApps, no SU addon, etc. -- and is likely chocked full of bugs at this time. So, without further ado.....
DISCLAIMER: Your warranty is hereby null, void, and held for naught. By proceeding further, you are assuming full responsibility for any good or bad consequences which may result from flashing this ROM. While I have installed and tested this ROM on my own device, and can confirm boot up and basic functionality, I cannot yet elaborate on bugs and other types of instabilities. This is truly a work in progress at this point. So, to sum it up, FLASH THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. I am hereby absolved of any liability from bricked, damaged, or otherwise inoperable devices.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Android Version: 8.1.0
Build: OPM2.171026.006
Kernel Version: 3.18.71
Security Patch Level: June 5, 2018
Build Date: June 26, 2018
LineageOS API: llama (9)
STATUS: Beta
Created: Thu, July 29, 2018 15:00:00
REQUIREMENTS/INSTRUCTIONS:
1. First and foremost, an unlocked bootloader is necessary;
2. TWRP custom recovery installed and force encryption disabled. Please visit @CodyF86's thread on how to do this, and please be sure and hit the THANKS button if you used his work;
3. Download the ROM zip from the below download link and store it on external device storage;
4. Boot your device into TWRP recovery;
5. Select Wipe, and swipe to perform a factory data reset. Now, select Wipe and then Format Data, and follow all prompts to commence formatting;
6. Reboot Recovery (often necessary to ensure proper mounting of /userdata after formatting the partition;
7. Select Install, navigate to the location of the ROM zip, and swipe to commence installation;
8. Reboot System (1st boot up can take around 3 minutes or more);
NOTE: This vanilla ROM does not include GApps so, if you want GApps, visit https://opengapps.org/ and download a package of your preference. If installing GApps, simply flash the package during the above installation process after Step 7, then Reboot System.
BUGS:
Working:
RIL
Bluetooth
WiFi
Not Working:
Camera
Please properly report bugs, with submission of a bug report if you know how. If not, please give a clear and concise explanation of the bug. NOTE: Please DO NOT report bugs if you are running modifications such as Magisk Modules, Xposed Framework, etc. This makes it nearly impossible to pinpoint, troubleshoot and fix bugs and instabilities. Also, please know that I am not a ROM maintainer for Project Treble or LineageOS. So, while I will do my best to resolve bugs and provide some bug fixes and updates, please do not ask for ETAs. I work 55+ hours a week at Motorola Mobility, LLC., so I don't always get a lot of free time.
THANKS & MENTIONS:
Thanks to @SuperR. for his awesome Windows Kitchen;
Thanks to @CodyF86 for breaking ground and building TWRP for the james;
Thanks and credits to @phhusson for his Phh-Treble Vanilla GSIs;
Thanks to the entire LineageOS team;
DOWNLOAD LINK:
LineageOS 15.1 (Beta v1.01): https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TPl879IQvVH2ajYG6ZJ2kobp_rMgRfE5
Guys please provide feedback and feel free to contribute on this. I have more custom ROMs on the way such as ResurrectionRemix, PixelExperience, and AOSP-Extended. But I don't have a lot of free time to maintain ROMs, so I'm going to need help ironing out bugs and compiling patches.
Hum that's weird, wifi works for me on Moto E5
For camera, I have the fix pending for two months, I just haven't committed it yet -_-'
Thanks so much for commenting. After wiping the Dalvik/ART & /cache, WiFi is now working. I'll keep my eyes open for your pending camera commit.
Update: WiFi,, Bluetooth and RIL appear to be functional. Over the next few days I'm in hopes that user feedback will provide me with more insight as to bugs & instabilities.
this boots fine on e5 plus after flashing e5plus-noverity kernel and magisk as for ril data and all i cant tell you until i fix my sprint e5plus modem files messed them up by accidently flashing a differnt e5plus rom will report back more when i manage to completly fix my phone
allenjthomsen said:
this boots fine on e5 plus after flashing e5plus-noverity kernel and magisk as for ril data and all i cant tell you until i fix my sprint e5plus modem files messed them up by accidently flashing a differnt e5plus rom will report back more when i manage to completly fix my phone
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Ok thanks @allenjthomsen. Yeah there seems to be many of us in the same boat -- patiently waiting for Motorola Mobility to either release or "leak" some factory images for the Moto E5 series devices. I'm actually drafting a baseband radio thread now for the James, compiling a TWRP flashable installer to restore radio/modem firmware and reset the network config to factory default. I know of a couple of devs over at Android Central that may can dump baseband partitions for your device. Also, please provide me with your Baseband Version. Thanks...
I have a bootable Android 9.0-DP3 ROM for the James. Lots of stuff broken, so I'm going to get it more stable, implement a working GApps package, etc. before posting it. Going to try and get our camera app working on this ROM also, maybe see if I can talk @phhusson into sharing his fix. Hint hint
i can dump files if needed and btw i tried your lineage os and i couldnt get data but got signal and camera crash other than that it ran great on my replacement E5 Plus Sprint model
allenjthomsen said:
i can dump files if needed and btw i tried your lineage os and i couldnt get data but got signal and camera crash other than that it ran great on my replacement E5 Plus Sprint model
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Thank you for your feedback. I have a camera fix underway. As far as data connectivity I've had some issues myself, so I'm dissecting that issue too.
I have the same problem with the camera with GSI roms on a motorola e5 plus (rhannah). I get the impression that Motorola has something not standard in its handling of cameras of this family of devices
What DPI is this device? 320dpi right?
nachoxda79 said:
What DPI is this device? 320dpi right?
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Yes. 320dpi (xhdpi); 1280 x 720 resolution
MotoJunkie01 said:
Yes. 320dpi (xhdpi); 1280 x 720 resolution
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Thanks dude.
@MotoJunkie01 Hey, if you get a second pm me. I got your rom to boot on the g6 play by switching kernels, so I decided to compile a treble rom myself and I can compile it successfully, but the rom won't boot...clang seg faults like 30 times trying to compile it, so I think that is the actual issue, but wanted to bounce a few things off of you. No worries, thanks.
CodyF86 said:
@MotoJunkie01 Hey, if you get a second pm me. I got your rom to boot on the g6 play by switching kernels, so I decided to compile a treble rom myself and I can compile it successfully, but the rom won't boot...clang seg faults like 30 times trying to compile it, so I think that is the actual issue, but wanted to bounce a few things off of you. No worries, thanks.
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I tried to PM you but sending failed. I'll get on my PC and login through the browser. I think my messaging settings are preventing the PM from sending.
Thanks for your work. Would this Lineage ROM work for the T-Mobile variant of the E5 Play (XT1921-3)?
konradsa said:
Thanks for your work. Would this Lineage ROM work for the T-Mobile variant of the E5 Play (XT1921-3)?
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Not likely. There's no real danger in trying it because my installer does not flash sensitive partitions, but only /system & /boot. While I don't perceive any chance of bricking your device, it would be at your own risk. You would be better off flashing your device with a Treble GSI. While this ROM is technically based on a Project Treble GSI, I done some mods to the stock boot image and compiled the installer from porting. Hence, the ROM should not be characterized as a GSI itself. By the way I do have firmware for the xt1921-3, which I will be posting in my Moto E5 firmware thread over the next couple days.
my model is moto e5 play (XT1920-15)
my model is moto e5 play (XT1920-15) , will it work also my codename is not james. also how we can backup stock rom. before trying dont we need stock rom for this phone , so we can be secure.
rehannasim said:
my model is moto e5 play (XT1920-15) , will it work also my codename is not james. also how we can backup stock rom. before trying dont we need stock rom for this phone , so we can be secure.
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I can only confirm compatibility with the xt1921-5. But before trying it, as you have correctly noted, it is crucial to have a suitable backup of your /system and /boot partition, just in case anything goes wrong. Most times, backups are made using a custom recovery such as TWRP. However I'm not familiar with your variant and therefore do not know of a working TWRP for your device. I will check my firmware archive and see if I can find a package for your model.
Update; unfortunately, at this time I cannot find firmware or custom recovery for your variant. I would urge you to post under the Q&A thread and ask if any members have your model.
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* I'm not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed (like it did for me...).
* Please do some research if you have any concerns about features included in the products you find here before flashing it!
* YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
* Your warranty will be void if you tamper with any part of your device / software.
* Same statement for XDA.
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About /e/
/e/ is not just another ROM - it is a mobile ecosystem (ROM + online services) that:
is open source
is pro-privacy
is compatible with most existing Android applications
cares about usability
is as far as possible freed from shackles by Google and OEMs
already exists!
It’s the alternative to the Apple/Google duopoly on the smartphone.
... so again and just to be clear: /e/ is not just a ROM, it is more a complete privacy ecosystem and consists of:
an installable mobile operating system for smartphones, which is forked from Android and strongly “ungoogled”
a set of sorted and improved default open source applications
various online services that are linked to the mobile operating system, such as: a meta search engine for the web, drive (with synchronization), mail, calendar, notes, tasks.
Features
Based on the stable Lineage OS
microG fully pre-installed with Signature Spoofing in restricted mode!
All features described on the /e/ page: What is e
All features and fixes of LineageOS
My builds are all signed with a custom private key for best trust. This also means you have to factory reset when coming from another ROM!
My builds come with full OTA update support
... you know that thing which informs you that a new update is there and where you just click to download + install
You can LOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER - if you like
Build variants (UNOFFICIAL, CUSTOM)
UNOFFICIAL builds:
full OTA support
no other differences to pure /e/. It is just an unofficial build (if you want to have it official test my builds and report also SUCCESS! this ROM is currently awaiting to get approved by /e/ for official builds)
CUSTOM builds:
2 variants: rooted (magisk) or unrooted
removed: the app "Apps" (see FAQ why)
added: F-Droid, F-Droid priv ext, F-Droid additional repos (disabled by default), AuroraStore, Lawnchair-latest (taken from their TG group), PhoneSky (google play store - patched for microG), Magisk app when choosen the rooted variant
patched with this safetynet patch (this will not bypass safetynet though)
fully patched for AVB / dm-verity support - means you can lock your bootloader! (all builds since 3rd of Sep 2021) - yes even the rooted variant can run on locked bootloader!
SHRP included (accepted by a locked bootloader) - means when you want to use a different recovery you have to flash / re-flash it after flashing / upgrading the ROM. Including this is needed to not brick devices running on locked bootloader.
.. read all the details about locking your bootloader in this post
Known issues:
Keep in mind that this is brand new stuff so it may (still) contain unknown issues!
So back up regularly and frequently!
none known (yet)
If you find a bug not listed let me know and SHARE LOGS! -> READ FAQ#1 for how to provide proper logs.
Requirements
Latest TWRP or SHRP build (while I am testing with SHRP only)
Do a full (i.e. not just TWRP/SHRP - as those do not backup your internal storage) backup before doing anything!
Planning to lock your bootloader? Read this first
Installation
Planning to lock your bootloader?
Read on here
Detailed guide:
follow MSe1969's guide here
Quick guide (assuming you have TWRP/SHRP already):
Full clean install as described here (FAQ #2). DO NOT REPORT ISSUES when you have skipped that step!
Flash /e/
Optional (if you want root): Flash Magisk
Flashing OpenGapps ????? NO No no! you don't want that on a google-free phone! /e/ contains everything you need to live without Google! So flashing OpenGapps on /e/ is like using a bit more secure LOS but that's not the point of /e/. Either try without or go with LOS (imho).
Boot it (will take a bit on first boot!!! be patient!)
Enjoy the most easy way to have a privacy focused and google-free phone!
Download
Get your builds from my leech server (new installs or re-installs)
https://leech.binbash.rocks:8008/e-os/a10/hotdog/ (planning to lock your bootloader? Read this first)
If you have a previous version of my(!) /e/ Q installed already and just want to update to a newer release:
Android settings -> Updater (yes my builds have built-in OTA support!)
Note:
Builds are updated as soon as possible. There is no build cycle.
Information pertaining to your device is displayed accordingly.
The current build is the latest for your device.
Changelogs
Join my Telegram groups (see "Support" topic)
Support
Of course in this thread but also by Telegram. I have created a generic group for all stuff around Android : here
and another one if you want to keep up2date whenever I build something (TWRP, SHRP, LOS, /e/, ...): here
Credits
MSe1969, wth.. you did an AWESOME job
LineageOS (the base of /e/)
The /e/ foundation and all related devs making this experience possible!
and all I forgot (let me know if that's the case ofc) ..
Sources
/e/ : https://gitlab.e.foundation/e
my build manifest
MSe1969's stuff
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q #0: For CUSTOM builds only: Why is the /e/ App store not included??? It is GREAT!
Mainly due to security and privacy concerns. Wth? I thought /e/ is secure and privacy focused? Yes it is but.. read on:
First of all the App store itself has no security or privacy issues. It is opensource and I see no issues with the app itself!
... the most important point for a smartphone is the availability of apps. I mean having a secure device which respects your privacy is great but it will have no chance to win when you cannot get easily apps on it.
... and the most dangerous part for a smartphone is installing apps because here is where Malware can easily step in! So whatever you do never install APK files from a website directly unless you can be 100% safe it is trustworthy.
It is all about trust again and when you look in the sources of the /e/ Apps store you find it connects to: cleanapk.org.
/e/ makes that not a secret though as you can read here.
So who is behind that cleanapk.org? Why is /e/ trusting them? While reading through the /e/ forums I found that this page hosts (as far as we know) apps mirrored from apkpure + fdroid.
.. and it's completely unclear who hosts that site and where is behind it. On the other site /e/ (Gael, the founder as well) states clearly they are not in any relation to that site. "They just using their api".
here some facts:
you cannot get the owner by a whois request
They have a info page here which just roughly describes where the apps are coming from and how
There is no detailed privacy statement or even an info if they keep your data GDPR compliant or not
No way for devs to get their apps removed or updated
The /e/ foundation clearly states they have no relationship to that repository of apps but some things are interesting aren't they:
IP's of /e/ and cleanapk are at least nearby
During an ongoing discussion about exactly that topic something took my attention: the welcome notification on api.cleanapk.org was exactly at that time: https://archive.is/U1E0y (I mean.... )
/e/ itself was audited several times by a site named "infosec-handbook" and of course even they find that app store at least "mysterious"
During that mentioned discussion and after pointing Gael to that - the welcome message suddenly changed to what it is today..
The full topic where even Gael is talking (not that friendly) is: here
TL;DR:
/e/ is providing apps (the most used way to get infected by malware) by an API which is at least questionable.
I do not say /e/ is doing questionable things and as said before the /e/ ROM is 100% trustworthy (otherwise I would not do any builds for it) but that cleanapk.org site is truly another story.
An interesting quote of Gael can make one read between the lines (I marked the interesting ones bold and cursive):
Some users have reported that they are using Aurora, [...] (context: we will never integrate this) because it’s infriging the play store terms of services.
For this, we have to use indirect mechanisms, that don’t infrige the play store TOS, and therefore, we are using a service that is not officially part of the /e/ project, and which is called cleanapk.org
On the long run, we other plans with partners, to offer something more transparent, but it’s too soon to talk about this.
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Of course /e/ needs to ensure that what they are doing is 100% legal and offering an app repository like cleanapk.org is not.
My personal assumption is that /e/ is offering that repo - indirectly so not officially by the e.foundation itself.
A relation between is for sure nothing they want to have public as this would cause legal questions.
So the last question is:
Q: Why do I consider AuroraStore "better" then using cleanapk.org and so removed the /e/ apps store and adding AuroraStore instead?
A: Because I definitively know where the apps are coming from when using Aurora instead of /e/. Not just the app itself is OSS (like the /e/ one) the apps are coming directly from the play store instead of an unknown source.
Q #01: I want to report an issue. What is the proper way to do so?
I'm glad that you are asking: before doing so check the KNOWN ISSUES topic in the OP and ofc the other FAQ's listed here!
if you have an audio issue follow FAQ #6 instead.
Often selinux can cause issues so try that at very first:
Code:
if you have magisk installed:
adb shell
su
setenforce permissive
When " usb debugging root" is enabled in developer settings:
adb root
adb shell
setenforce permissive
Try again and if the issue is gone when in permissive mode: provide me a logcat as described here -> on step 3 I need the SELINUX log (option D)
If your issue is not solved with selinux permissive click here to proceed:
If your issue is not listed there follow the directions here briefly and I may can fix it:
logcat GUIDE
Ensure you have done a full CLEAN install before doing so (refer to FAQ #2 for what that means).
Warning: NO SUPPORT when:
- magisk is installed (known to cause issues sometimes - regardless of the ROM or version)
- Xposed is installed (known to cause issues sometimes - regardless of the ROM or version)
If you have installed any of these UNINSTALL or better do a FULL CLEAN install (see FAQ #2) before doing anything else. Often enough these above causes several issues like battery draining, problems on booting and much more. Even when they may work properly you should re-produce your issue without them first and follow the above to grab the log.
Magisk is a great piece of software and besides that it is Open Source which SuperSu never was.
I just saying I do not "support" issues when you have Magisk installed. Why? It is (like Xposed) extendable with modules (made by whoever) and those can cause billions of issues.
Other then that magisk was sometimes the reason for battery drain etc. Magisk modifies the boot "process" and sits very deep in the system (which is needed to make it work ofc) but that has the potential to make a system/ROM unstable or result in strange behaviors.
so in order to support a specific issue I have to be sure the ROM is in a "clean" state, no magisk, no xposed.
Pro-Tip: a very first test is to set magisk on core functions only to see if an extension causes your issue or not.
Q #02: I want to install clean, how? What is a clean install? What is the recommended way to flash a new ROM version?
A clean install ensures that there are no leftovers from any previous install. One can say that there are 2 phases of a clean flash:
1) regular
2) full - when you (still) encounter issues
Usually the regular one is fully ok when flashing a new ROM version but if you encounter strange issues nobody else is reporting or if a release post is recommending it you should do a full clean install instead.
A regular clean install can be done like this:
WIPE -> Advanced -> select: System + Cache
Flash the ROM
reflash root addon/magisk if you want root
A full clean install needs 2 steps more then the regular:
follow the steps for regular clean
go back in WIPE -> touch the "FORMAT data" button and type "yes" to format the internal storage (you will LOOSE ALL YOUR DATA - obviously)
REBOOT -> Recovery
Flash the ROM
reflash root addon/magisk if you want root
It is absolutely recommended to create a backup before and COPYING IT to your PC(!) before doing the above.
Q #03: Are there any plans or a chance of official /e/ builds?
Yes. With your help! What you can do? Test and report EVEN SUCCESS in this thread.
Q #4: Is there a FAQ specific for /e/?
Sure:
FAQ: click
Forum: click
HOWTOs: click (a great resource for all your first questions)
App alternatives (to replace google variants): click
Q #5: issues with audio (e.g. echo's, silence on one or the other site, ..)? Read here how to provide a specific log for that:
Do the following steps:
1) Ensure you have adb set up on your PC, and have adb debugging and adb root enabled in developer options on your phone
2) Then perform the following (all one command)
On Linux:
adb root ; adb shell "stop audioserver; logcat -c -b all; start audioserver" && sleep 10 && adb logcat -b all |egrep -vi "(dialer|telecom|ril|gsm|touch|brightn|dct|QC-time-services|SST|sensors|AlarmMan|Lights|perfp)"
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On windows:
adb root ; adb shell "stop audioserver; logcat -c -b all; start audioserver && sleep 10 && logcat -b all |egrep -vi '(dialer|telecom|ril|gsm|touch|brightn|dct|QC-time-services|SST|sensors|AlarmMan|Lights|perfp)' "
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3) Then re-produce your audio issue and cancel the logcat from step 2 before hanging up!
4) Share the logcat output from the console screen using paste.omnirom.org
Q #6: I'm scared about that microG , I don't want to expose my phone so is this /e/ version a security risk?
First of all you need a lot of trust installing ANY custom ROM. A developer can do nasty things right? Besides that yes microG allowing to let apps act like as they are another app, also known as signature spoofing. This CAN be a good and a bad thing. Read on why my builds are different:
In general the microG patch is an all or nothing. A ROM which supports microG (i.e. signature spoofing) have that feature enabled, always.
The difference in my /e/ builds is that I am using the "restricted" option of signature spoofing so as long as you trust me you are as safe as without microG.
Q #7: What is the difference between CUSTOM and UNOFFICIAL builds?
See OP
Q #8: Will my banking app (or other root detecting app) work with this ROM?
The answer is .. well .. simple. it depends.
First of all the following technique works regardless of what ROM you are using or what device. It worked with my LG G4, OnePlus 6T and now OP7tpro so its a generic "maybe-solution"
Read on here:
I am using a german banking app which works even when root gets detected. It will prompt and say thats bad but I am still able to use it. The same was the case for the TAN generator app of the same bank but it fully stopped working one day after a (forced) app upgrade.
So I started to play around and found a solution which works for me since several years but there is no guarantee it will work for you or for how long it will work. The process and steps must be followed briefly and nothing more, nothing less must be done.
The following references a banking app but it applies to any app which rejects starting when root or a custom ROM has been detected:
you need root, i.e. Magisk. This ROM has a custom build which includes Magisk already.
uninstall the currently not working banking app(s)
install & setup a work-profile manager like Insular, Shelter, (if you do not care about google trackers: Island), or [fill-in-another] ,.....
configure Magisk that it hides itself (i.e. re-package Magisk with a random name) & reboot just to be sure. and yes that works on signed and locked ROMs, too
newer Magisk versions will clone themself into the island profile during the repackage process so open island then switch to the island tab and remove the magisk app there (so not from the "mainland"!)
install the banking app(s) - BUT DO NOT start it!
clone that app into your work-profile (i.e. open Insular/Shelter/Island/.. find the app, clone it there), repeat that step for any app needed
configure Magisk hide for this app(s) and ensure you select all options (some apps can be expanded in magisk hide, select all options then)
remove any icons of your app(s) from your launcher but DO NOT UNINSTALL them!! (never)
in your work-profile manager (Insular/Shelter/Island/...) find your app and create a quick start launcher (repeat that for any app needed)
now start your banking app quick link (again it HAS to be the one created by your work-profile manager). usually you can identify that you are using the right one bc it has a mini icon of your work-profile manager on top of the regular app icon
enjoy. if it does still detect root or a custom ROM you either have not followed the above steps briefly or you are out of luck.
Background:
You cannot uninstall the app(s) from android (ever) because otherwise Magisk hide will not work. so you always need to keep that app(s) but never starting it.
It can make sense to try another work-profile manager if the above way fails for you as the app devs using different techniques
Q #9: Will DRM protected content work? | Will this ROM satisfy Safetynet?
Likely not. Yes this ROM is signed, selinux is enforcing and you can lock your bootloader but these days this is not enough anymore. While there are some workarounds available these might stop at any time. So do not expect that this will work or work for a long time.
LOCK your bootloaderYes you read correctly: you can lock your bootloader again! Why is that so amazing? The most important thing: security. When your bootloader is locked no one can install or modify without you notice it. Let's say you loose your phone and your bootloader is unlocked. The person can boot into fastboot and flash a custom recovery of his choice and have full access to your data (if not having a pin set) but also can tamper e.g. your system partitions like installing malware. Yea for that the attacker needs physical access to your phone but there is malware around and this is REAL which uses bugs to install themselves even on your system partition. For this the attacker does NOT need physical access to your phone.
On a locked bootloader the device won't boot anymore as a modification like that will be detected.
Anyways.. yea one can say both attack variants are not THAT critical or affecting you as you are paying attention on what you do but .. there is a always a risk of undetectable malware like the good old drive-by downloads etc. so .. its all up to you if you want to have that extra barrier or not..
But before we begin
a HUUUUGE thanks to @WhitbyGreg !!!
All this here would not be possible without his great guide here ! Ofc I need to adapt it and integrate all this within my automation process but it would have been a LOT harder without his thread(s).
So if you love it having a locked bootloader now - give HIM some thanks clicks, donations, hugs.. as well
Checklist: is locking the bootloader something for me?If you answer anyone - even just 1 - of the following with YES - then KEEP AWAY FROM LOCKING your bootloader!
I want to remove (not just disable) system apps (often called bloatware)
I want to add / convert apps into system apps (e.g. Titanium Backup offers such an option)
For rooted variant: I want to update Magisk to the latest version
For rooted variant: I want to change init scripts, XMLs or anything else within system/, product/ etc partitions
For rooted variant: I want to use an ad-blocker which modifies the "hosts" file (system partition)
I want to install another recovery then the one coming with the ROM (SHRP)
I want to flash GApps (LOL! this is /e/ !! even on unlocked bootloader this won't work!)
I want to flash anything else in recovery which modifies: boot, recovery, system or any other partition then userdata
Do you have answered at least 1 of the above with YES ? Then do NOT lock your bootloader. It WILL brick your device if you try.
if you can live with the above - GO GO GO
Lock your bootloader - processDownloads
ROM without root: https://leech.binbash.rocks:8008/e-os/a10/hotdog/ (all CUSTOM(!) builds since 2021-09-03)
AVB key: https://github.com/sfX-android/update_verifier/blob/master/hotdog_eos-q_custom_pkmd.bin
ROM with root: https://leech.binbash.rocks:8008/e-os/a10_rooted/hotdog/ (all CUSTOM(!) builds since 2021-09-03)
AVB key: https://github.com/sfX-android/update_verifier/blob/master/hotdog_eos-q_custom-rooted_pkmd.bin
backup all your data. I am serious EVERYTHING. we need to FORMAT the userdata partition during the lock process and there is no way around. so use TB or Swiftbackup, Migrate or any other. Always a good idea to also having a TWRP/SHRP backup just for the case..
boot your current recovery
flash the ROM of your choice (with or without root)
reboot to the bootloader / fastboot
if you flashed the ROM with root: fastboot flash avb_custom_key hotdog_eos-q_custom-rooted_pkmd.bin
if you flashed the ROM without root: fastboot flash avb_custom_key hotdog_eos-q_custom_pkmd.bin
type: fastboot oem lock
approve locking the bootloader on the phone's screen
< take a deeeeeeep breath >
recovery (SHRP) will load automatically
choose wipe -> format(!) data (there is no way around)
boot android -> you will notice a new bootloader message warning you that you have a custom ROM installed - but it will load
congrats! you now running on a locked bootloader + /e/ OS!
for the rooted variant: start the Magisk app (requires internet), accept the install request and open the magisk app afterwards and let it reboot when asked
enjoooooy
Locked - now what?OEM unlock option
The above does not mention one additional step: disabling OEM unlock in developer options. For a reason. I mean you CAN uncheck that option now that all is running fine but you don't get any more security tbh.
The reason is if you keep it checked an attacker is able to unlock your device but it WILL format the encryption keys when done. that means no way to access your data anyways. If you want to avoid even that then feel free to uncheck OEM unlock in developer settings as well but then a brick will require low level recovery tools to bring your device back to life.
Magisk (rooted variant)
I recommend to disable automatic update checking within magisk settings - remember: when flashing a newer version of magisk it WILL brick your device. you have to wait for me updating it within the ROM.
Anything you do within Magisk can EASILY BRICK your device, installing a magisk module which tampers your system partition: BRICK. So really really check if a module touches anything mentioned in the above checklist topic. Using the magisk variant has HIGH potential of bricking your device.
You can use all standard root functions, magisk hide and even re-pack the magisk app though.
Bricked
Always keep an eye on the above "Checklist" topic! If you change/do something mentioned there you will brick your device with a snap of a finger.
Android does not boot anymore because you flashed a newer version of Magisk or changed something within the protected partitions:
boot recovery (power off, press power on and vol down the same time and keep it pressed until you see the shrp logo)
flash the current ROM version or a later release and reboot
recovery does not load bc you flashed another recovery:
wait for the next OTA and it get fixed automatically
or unlock the bootloader again (this will need to FORMAT the userdata partition)
Sounds like a cool ROM, however I'm curious, what issues might I run into having no Google services? Are most apps going to work ok?
L4WL13T said:
Sounds like a cool ROM, however I'm curious, what issues might I run into having no Google services? Are most apps going to work ok?
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hard to say. there are some which might not work and/or apps you should avoid (as they contain trackers etc). There is a good list of alternatives in FAQ 4 above
steadfasterX said:
Do a full (i.e. not just TWRP/SHRP - as those do not backup your internal storage) backup before doing anything
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Do TWRP backups even work on this device? Last I heard, it was broken.
Hi! Why is there no gesture based navigation??? I'd love to see it!!!
at first glance the system is very surprising, like the very idea of a system without GAPPS. Looking forward to the development)
ap81z said:
Hi! Why is there no gesture based navigation??? I'd love to see it!!!
at first glance the system is very surprising, like the very idea of a system without GAPPS. Looking forward to the development)
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Yea they removed it bc their launcher does not support it yet. There is an open issue on their bug tracker. I don't know when they will fix it tbh but i need it so bad that i found a way to include it. It's a kind of dirty hack but ... it works and will find its way in my next CUSTOM build..
steadfasterX said:
Yea they removed it bc their launcher does not support it yet. There is an open issue on their bug tracker. I don't know when they will fix it tbh but i need it so bad that i found a way to include it. It's a kind of dirty hack but ... it works and will find its way in my next CUSTOM build..
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ok, I'll be waiting!!!
forgot to mention it here (another reason why users should join my automation channel):
Gestures are supported since the latest version.
breaking news:
I was working on using this device as my DD again but I have very strict requirements:
/e/ OS must work (reason: privacy focus, google-free) [ DONE ]
encryption must work (reason: security, e.g. loosing or selling the phone) [ DONE ]
selinux must run in enforcing [ DONE ]
/e/ OS must be signed with own private key (reason: allowing secure OTA and local/recovery upgrades) [ DONE ]
SHRP must work (reason: a password on startup can be set - allowing to have rich recovery feature set but secured - when the bootloader is locked!) [ DONE ]
and here the fun began:
/e/ OS must run on locked bootloader [ DONE ]
SHRP must run on locked bootloader [ DONE ]
OTA must work on locked bootloader [ WIP ]
so overall I am pretty much where I want to be and can provide a privacy focused, secure, google-free and locked bootloader experience soon...
stay tuned
Ever wanted to lock your bootloader - not on STOCK but on a custom ROM?Most ppl don't know (or don't care) that almost all Oneplus devices offer such an option - if the ROM dev is willing to take the journey implementing it.
This is now possible when running my /e/ OS CUSTOM builds (read more in the OP about the diff between CUSTOM and UNOFFICIAL) and not just that my new CUSTOM builds coming either pre-rooted or not - whatever you wish more.
I have to say that this was something on my to-do list since I bought this device more then 1 year ago. After a lot of work in the past months I am finally where I am and can use it as my DD again. Something which makes me reeeeeeally happy lol
Dunno but maybe someone enjoys having a locked bootloader like I do
Read all the details and how it works: here
Hey just for info, I'v tried without relocking bootloader, to install aa auto as I do on lineage, and it give me the same result as locked bootloader, a black screen, I know that it's not your job to debug aaauto since it's a de-google rom. But the rom is unusable in my case, another question, why Play Store is installed by default ?
Thanks
Also I doesn't find any option to change 60hz/90hz ?
Thetimelost said:
Hey just for info, I'v tried without relocking bootloader, to install aa auto as I do on lineage, and it give me the same result as locked bootloader, a black screen, I know that it's not your job to debug aaauto since it's a de-google rom. But the rom is unusable in my case, another question, why Play Store is installed by default ?
Thanks
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The CUSTOM builds containing the play store as i need it for some apps which do their license check over it. You csn simply deactivate it or use the UNOFFICIAL build instead (which do not allow locking the BL though).
Thetimelost said:
Also I doesn't find any option to change 60hz/90hz ?
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Hmm good q. Is there an option for that in LOS? Maybe that's a limitation by /e/ but dunno tbh
steadfasterX said:
The CUSTOM builds containing the play store as i need it for some apps which do their license check over it. You csn simply deactivate it or use the UNOFFICIAL build instead (which do not allow locking the BL though).
Hmm good q. Is there an option for that in LOS? Maybe that's a limitation by /e/ but dunno tbh
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Thanks for the answer ! Yes on LOS there is an option for it, and after use my op7t pro for 2 year with 90hz I directly spot the difference. ^^
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Thanks for the answer ! Yes on LOS there is an option for it, and after use my op7t pro for 2 year with 90hz I directly spot the difference. ^^
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Hm interesting mine is running at 90 hz all the time it seems. Weird bc /e/ is based on LOS so maybe its an option in a11 first?
When will we get Android 11?
andr052h said:
When will we get Android 11?
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Why do you want to have it?
steadfasterX said:
Why do you want to have it?
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I mean, I really like what you have done with your current build, and would love to see that applied to the new Android 11 version as-well.
andr052h said:
I mean, I really like what you have done with your current build, and would love to see that applied to the new Android 11 version as-well.
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Well first of all I thought no one uses my ROM anyways so there was no need for me upgrading to a11. This ROM is rock stable and does what i need as a daily driver and gets monthly security patches. Many ppl just want to have a newer android version just bc there is one and not bc for a specific reason. That's why I'm asking.
I personaly prefer a good working ROM over having always the newest android version just because there is one
Other then that i may upgrade to a11 but not anytime soon. Main reason is that I am using this as my daily driver so it would be hard alsi dev on it..
This ROM is ONLY for SM-T560NU, NOT SM-T560. I CANNOT and WILL NOT make a SM-T560/SM-T561 build as they are different CPU/SoCs.
PLEASE BEFORE YOU decide to try this rom, you MUST read all of post 1, 2, 3 and 4 (about 10 minute read). If you think this is an unreasonable request, then stop reading now and find another rom. Thank you.
I am not responsible for lost data, identity theft, lost money, security vulnerabilities, bricked devices or any other hardware or software malfunctions that comes as a result of flashing this rom.
BACKUP YOUR DATA AND OLD rom BEFORE trying my rom.
If you are NOT an expert in using fastboot, adb, odin, heimdall, twrp, DO NOT use this rom. You must know how to use these tools to revert back to your old rom. If you are new to flashing custom roms, do NOT attempt this. If you need your tablet for work and something important, do NOT flash this rom. This rom could result in a bricked device or boot loop or non booting device or you not being able to revert back to your old rom.
What works
1. bluetooth
2. wifi
3. brightness
4. external audio
5. GPS
6. audio through headphone jack
7. audio over bluetooth
8. camera
9. selinux enforcing
10. DRM L3
11. deep sleep
What doesn't work/What isn't tested
1. gapps. Some of you require gapps for whatever reason. I use Aurora Store for my purposes and thus have NO KNOWLEDGE of the current state of gapps.
There are various gapps projects (at least 5 in 2022). Each has pros and cons. It's your job to do the research and find a suitable gapps project. I suggest you allocate at least a couple of hours doing your own research. My rom works by itself fine without gapps. DO NOT talk about gapps in this thread.
2. full disk encryption has been deprecated in Android 13 (LineageOS 20).
Source Code
The build instructions, source code and manifest are listed in post #2 FAQ #1. The kernel source code is at
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_kernel_samsung_msm8916/tree/lineage-20.0
Thanks
1. LineageOS team for source code.
2. LineageOS-UL team for merging, maintaining the legacy patches needed for old devices into one common reposistory so everyone can benefit.
https://github.com/orgs/LineageOS-UL/people
3. pre ALPHA testers @RDS5 and @Sigster for willing to test pre ALPHA builds and leaving feedback.
FAQ - I spent hundreds of hours building this rom. If you think it's unreasonable to read this FAQ, then don't use this rom. Thank you.
Q1. Where are the source and kernel source files?
A1. The kernel source files are at
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_kernel_samsung_msm8916/tree/lineage-20.0
The device tree files are at
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_device_samsung_msm8916-common/tree/lineage-20.0
https://github.com/retiredtab/android_device_samsung_gtelwifiue/tree/lineage-20
https://github.com/retiredtab/device_samsung_gte-common/tree/lineage-20
The vendor tree files are at
https://github.com/retiredtab/vendor_samsung_gtelwifiue/tree/lineage-19.1
https://github.com/retiredtab/vendor_samsung_msm8916-common/tree/lineage-20
The manifest.xml (or roomservice.xml) and build instructions for 20 are at
https://github.com/retiredtab/LineageOS-build-manifests/tree/main/20/msm8916
Q2. Is this ALPHA rom suitable as a daily driver?
A2. It can be depending on your requirements. I can't test every app so you try it yourself to see if it's suitable. I've been using this rom myself since mid Jan 2023 with no major issues. I suggest you do a clean install, see FAQ 11, and flash this 20 ROM BY ITSELF (no gapps, magisk, etc) and see if you like it.
Q3. What if my app, xyz, doesn't work?
A3. If your app doesn't work, then go back to your old rom.
Q4. Your rom is laggy and buggy.
A4. If you find the above, then go back to your old rom. There's only so much software can do on a 2015 budget level tablet. Remember a budget tablet will have the slower SoC/CPU and less DRAM than a top of the line model. Your tablet will also run slower when you use gapps. You can run a lot of software without using gapps. Research fdroid, newpipe, Aurora store etc.
Q5. What TWRP should I use?
A5. You MUST use TWRP 3.5.2_9. Get it from
https://sourceforge.net/projects/retiredtab/files/SM-T560NU/TWRP/
Q6. Why should I use this rom?
A6. If you don't like this rom, then don't use it.
Q7. Will you offer monthly updates with security patches?
A7. I will try to offer monthly security patches, but that all depends on if I continue to have high speed Internet in the future.
Q8. Can you help me? I'm a newbie. Can you provide step by step instructions?
A8. I don't have the time to help newbies, so please do your own research. There are lots of tutorials, videos, etc on how to flash roms. Newbie questions must be posted in the Questions and Answers forum, not here.
Q9. Can I report a bug with respect to the rom?
A9. Yes, but you need to supply the following information. If you don't, I won't look at it.
You must provide an adb logcat of the problem and tell me how to reproduce it. Note I will not be downloading any apps that require money or an userid/password. For example, if you have problems with Netflix, I cannot help you since I don't have a paid subscription. If you use some app that requires an userid/password, I cannot help you as I'm not willing to create another userid/password even if it's free.
To get a logcat, open up a terminal window.
Code:
# clear the logcat first
adb logcat -c
# start logcat trace
adb logcat > problem.txt
# reproduce problem
# wait until problem has occured, then stop trace by hitting ctrl-c
# attach the problem.txt ZIPPED as text files don't seem to get attached properly
Q10. Do I need to erase everything and format my data?
A10. Yes, you MUST erase all the partitions (system, data, dalvik/art cache, cache) using TWRP and MUST format your data before installing 19.1 when you are coming from stock or an earlier version of LineageOS or from another custom rom. If you get stuck at the boot animation for more than 5 minutes, it's likely because you didn't follow the instructions I just wrote. Dirty flashes from stock, other custom roms or older LineageOS versions are not supported and not likely to work.
Q11. What gapps should I use?
A11. I don't use gapps anymore. I use Aurora Store. As of Nov 6, 2021, I no longer make recommendations on which gapps to use as your mileage may vary.
Let me by crystal clear. YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN HOMEWORK selecting between the various gapps offered. There are 5: opengapps, nikgapps, mindthegapps, flamegapps and bitgapps. Each one will have it's own installation instructions. The only recommendation I will offer to use the SMALLEST version of gapps.
Don't be surprised that whatever gapps you use might have problems like "Just a sec", voice not working, updating google play store please wait, etc. These are NOT problems of the OS as the OS will run fine without gapps. These are gapps problems and you must ask in the gapps forum why it doesn't work.
Q12. I'm having problems with gapps, can you answer why it's not working?
A12. I WILL NOT answer any questions regarding gapps. This thread is about the rom, not gapps. Android does not depend on gapps in order to work.
Q13. Why isn't my post answered or ignored?
A13. Questions already answered in the FAQ will be completely ignored. Again, I do not use Windows OS or gapps.
Q14. What speed up/optimization tips do you suggest?
A14.
1. Turn off animations. Go into developer settings, scroll down to the drawing section, and set window, transition and animator scale all to "off".
2. If you don't have a google account, don't install gapps. Use Aurora Store to get your apps as you can get all the same apps from the play store using an anonymous login.
3. Dont' run more than 2 apps at the same time. You can probably listen to music in the background and use a web browser at the same time, but don't expect great performance from a 2015 entry level tablet.
4. Use a web browser like Brave that has built in adblock and privacy features.
5. Use newpipe to watch your streaming content. It has built in adblock so you don't have to watch forced ads.
6. Look for apps that are open source, ad free and lightweight.
7. Remove all unused quick setting "bubbles" from the quick pull down menu. I only need and have 6.
Q15. Does this rom support Magisk for root?
A15. I don't use Magisk myself so I don't know and Magisk is always being updated to fool Google's certification process. Others have reported Magisk as working, but I won't answer any questions regarding it.
Q16. Will this rom ever become official?
A16. Starting with 19.1, legacy devices like ours will NEVER be official due to lack of ebpf support. See https://lineageos.org/Changelog-26/
Also, I don't want the responsibilities that come with being an official maintainer.
Q17. What is the difference between this rom and others?
A17. This rom tries to be pure LineageOS with little to no modifications.
Q18. Will there be any major 20 code modifications in the future?
A18. I don't anticipate any major modifications. There may be some small bug fixes and minor code cleanup, but all the hard work in getting the rom up and running and fixing all the major bugs have been done completed. This doesn't mean the code is perfect or well organized, but I won't be doing any major changes now that 20 is working.
Q19. Why did you fork the device and vendor trees for 20?
A19. The msm8916 repos seem geared towards phones and sometimes do not work or cause boot animation loops for tablets so I decided to fork their repos. In other words, what's deemed as msm8916-common code isn't common to all devices.
In addition, since I'm building SM-T350, SM-T357W, SM-T550, SM-P550 and SM-T560NU (all use the same msm8916 code), it seems easier to maintain all of them if I can control my own code repos and not worry if my changes affects the phones or not.
I have completely decommonized and rearranged the 20 msm8916-common tree so it's easier for me to maintain and build.
Q20. Can you build a variant of this device? For example, a LTE or S-pen version.
A20. If I don't physically have the device, I cannot and will not build it unless I can boot and test it myself. Even then, there's no guarantee that I can get those variant features working.
Q21. Can I load this rom on a variant devivce like LTE or S-pen version?
A21. The rom is built for the device explicitly listed. If you are an advanced user and understand TWRP, adb, odin, heimdall, you can try loading it on a LTE or S-pen variant by modifying the updater-script, but it may cause a bricked device, bootloops or non functionality of LTE/S-pen. You have been informed and warned!
Q22. I don't like the taskbar, how do I turn it off?
A22. Choose settings, type task into the search bar. Choose enable taskbar and disable taskbar. This will leave the on screen nav bar. If you want to disable that, go to settings, system, gestures, system navigation, gesture navigation.
Q23. Will this run on the SM-T560 or SM-T561?
A23. No, the SM-T560 and SM-T561 use a different CPU/SoC. The SM-T560NU rom will NOT work on SM T560/SM-T561. I CANNOT and WILL NOT build SM-T560 and SM-T561.
Q24. Okay, I understand the consequences and that this is ALPHA rom and willing to take the risks outlined, now where can I find the rom?
A24. You can download it from https://sourceforge.net/projects/retiredtab/files/SM-T560NU/20/
Release notes
NOTE: All builds that I upload have been personally tested on my device to boot and function as described in post #1. Having said that, there's still a chance it won't work on your device due to human error, your configuration, your apps, etc. If it won't boot, always start with a complete wipe of everything and format your data in TWRP. This is known has a clean install. Backup your data before a clean install.
June 23, 2023
1. Initial 20 ALPHA public release.
2. Incorporates June 5th security patches as per https://review.lineageos.org/q/topic:"T_asb_2023-06"
Reserved.