M8s+ TV Box with Amlogic S812 CPU No Status Bar or Navigation Bar - Android Stick & Console AMLogic based Computers

Hi,
I've got one of these and I've tried all the 5.1.x ROMs I can find. But I am unable to get a status bar or navigation bar to display.
I've tried third party launchers and third party apps but none are able to get a status bar up with notifications or display the navigation bar.
Any info or guidance would be great!
Thanks,
De

I've got one of these boxes also. I use heads up notification by simen codes on playstore. Sorry I can't link. Not enough post's.
It's made things a lot better on M8S+

is there any fix to this?

There is new firmware based on 5.1.1 for Acemax M8S+ dated 19.03.2016. Search the web.
I've fashed this from system updater without wipe and status bar is working. Firmware has other fixes too. Just rememer to delete update files after flash - I hev forget to do that and my box reflashed after boot to recovery with auto full wipe.
Word of caution: this firmware has problem with loging into Google acount - i don't have solution for this (yet).
P.S. My box is OTT M8S+
P.S. 2 Problem with Google account solved: just enter system updater app (Update&Backup) and click Online Update - patch will be downloaded - instal it, reboot and enyoy Google Play

Online update’s (OTA) has never worked for me.
Looking at traffic flow I see the box trying to connect to an Amazon IP: 52.30.154.186:80
Unfortunately, that server seems down.
Do you have a copy of the patch so I can get google play working again.
I would rather not downgrade to an older firmware since I need the status bar.
Thanks

I will try searching box's root memory for that file when i get back home, but honestly i don't know what to search. The process was handled by app and system recovery.
But on chinagadgetsreviews someone posted workaround (you posted there too):
"yann said:
Apr 23, 2016 - 2:19 pm
I found a workaround to get google play working without using app/backup app, the issue with the new update is the device identifier not correct in the build.prop file so you should replace in the file to get this:
ro.product.model=M8S+
ro.product.brand=Android
ro.product.name=n200C
ro.product.device=n200C
ro.product.board=n200C
you can use BuildProp Editor (using the APK google it) it’s easy just reboot the M8S+ and you can start any google services"
Hope that helps!
P.S. I've found file that could be fix for Google Services delivered by OTA, but i dont need to flash this right and its untested by me. So check this out but i recomend to do full backup first.

I tried the update.zip and it fixed the build.prop file.
Google Play is working again. Thanks tkaczsnow.

tcpip6 said:
I tried the update.zip and it fixed the build.prop file.
Google Play is working again. Thanks tkaczsnow.
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Great! I am glad that It helped!

Check out the universal rom i posted. It has the system ui fixes.. remote.conf and build prop should be backed up first to insure you dont loose your device specifics.
Gl

Team DevDigitel said:
Check out the universal rom i posted. It has the system ui fixes.. remote.conf and build prop should be backed up first to insure you dont loose your device specifics.
Gl
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Can you post the link to this ROM?
thanks in advance

vel_tins said:
Can you post the link to this ROM?
thanks in advance
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http://click.xda-developers.com/api...ww.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24588212152304711
This is direct dl link
Should work on most all s8xx devices
Doesnt come with boot.img so you have to be on 5.1 already. Highly suggest making backup 1st.
If you have working remote make sure to save your remote.conf file to restore on my rom

Upgrade OTT M8S+ to Android 6
Hi and Happy New Year!. I have a TVBOX OTT M8S+ whith Amlogic S812 2 gb and 8 gb memoriy with 1 gb lan.. and hace installed with Android 5 and with the lastest firmware by december 2016... I only want to know if I can install the Android 6 or Android 7 or this TVBOX cannot accept more upgrades? if still upgrade to android 6 or 7.. I glad your explanation to how to do it. Thank´s

YES ,please someone explain

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Archos Home Connect 35 - How to replace/update Tunein

Hi everyone,
im having problems updating the build in Tunein 5.1 to the latest 7.1.
It works doing it via market oder apk but after a restart 5.1 is installed again by the system.
How the hell can i fix it...the old 5.1 must be somewhere & getting restored after every single restart...
bloodgnome said:
Hi everyone,
im having problems updating the build in Tunein 5.1 to the latest 7.1.
It works doing it via market oder apk but after a restart 5.1 is installed again by the system.
How the hell can i fix it...the old 5.1 must be somewhere & getting restored after every single restart...
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I got a reply from archos support.
" our tech team is aware of the problem and is working on a solution"
Given how old is the problem I guess they are not really working on it. Can one of our dev champion look at it? Maybe it is as simple as a file set as readonly somewhere.
It looks like the newer tunein from either applibs 6.4 or from the market 7.1 is installed but it does not overwrite the original app. I guess archos did not install it at the right place. The solution would be to modify the shortcut on the dashboard and also in the clock application to the new apps. Or another solution move original apps to where the market apps is installed. I am not a tech so I'd do not know how .
Papagaiou said:
I got a reply from archos support.
" our tech team is aware of the problem and is working on a solution"
Given how old is the problem I guess they are not really working on it. Can one of our dev champion look at it? Maybe it is as simple as a file set as readonly somewhere.
It looks like the newer tunein from either applibs 6.4 or from the market 7.1 is installed but it does not overwrite the original app. I guess archos did not install it at the right place. The solution would be to modify the shortcut on the dashboard and also in the clock application to the new apps. Or another solution move original apps to where the market apps is installed. I am not a tech so I'd do not know how .
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Via "Apk share" I shared TuneIn Pro to my Archos Connect from Galaxy S2, it's installed and works.
No I've tried to do the same with new version of TuneIn Pro 7.3, it's not working. It's installed, run, but still 7.1 not 7.3.
So after fighting a long time with this crap device here is the solution for tunein:
Rename the new (7.4) Tunein to tunein.apk and copy it via Root Explorer (Or anoter Root-Filemanager) to /data/app.
After that change the permissions of tunein.apk so that there no write is possible (untick the write options in permissions after holding your finger on tunein.apk a long time).
With this it is impossible for this stupid Archos device to overwrite the tunein with the crappy old 5.1 Version.
Downside: You cant log into your tunein account. But at least you have a good working Tunein.

Z4 RK3368 Android LP5.1/MM6 Octa Core 64bit 2/16gb TV Box

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

[FIRMWARE] ASUS ZenUI ROM for Teclast T8

Disclaimer: I am not responsible for anything bad that may occur with your device, but I will take all the credit you can give me if it works for you!
Finally, I would like to present first custom ROM for our device (Teclast T8)! It was ported by me from ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 Z500M and this firmware has lots of great features! It was tested for about a month before release, because I didn't want to share beta ROM with a lot of bugs/issues.
This version is only for flashing via TWRP! (it can be found here https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/twrp-root-custom-recovery-teclast-t8-t3892647)
Version Information
Status: stable (suits for everyday usage)
Created: 08.01.2019
Updated: 25.06.2020
Android version: kernel 3.18.35, android 7.0 Nougat
What's done/features
Added ROOT (Magisk)
No bugs with battery statistics (like it was on stock ROM)
Unique ASUS design and customization (icons, themes, etc)
New useful functions (split screen, quick launch apps on lockscreen, etc)
Advanced power/battery control tools
04.03.2020 - fixed issues with sound
25.06.2020 - fixed offline charge
Bugs
Double tap to awake function
Gestures on lockscreen
All other functions work great! (fingerprint, camera, etc)
Installation
Download firmware to internal storage
Reboot into TWRP
Do this wipes in Wipe section: system, cache, dalvik,data
Reboot recovery: go to reboot section -> choose Reboot recovery
Go to install section and choose .zip package
After installation completed just reboot device and enjoy
If you face error "failed to mount system" or something like this after installation completed - don't mind it and reboot
Screenshots
P.S After device is booted you can choose any language on system setup. I used MIUI icon pack here.
Download
The link is here - https://mega.nz/file/WxYTDSiI#tFXlrqjv3z9qgXI1aZoUM8NdTP99PvKI5eXJSmIeLEQ
If you would like to support further development - https://www.paypal.me/teclastT8development
Brilliant! Thank you Sword900 - GREAT JOB!
Thanks to the developer for this ROM and TWRP. It's a good device let down by lack of software support and removes all the Chinese native apps which I could not remove even with Titanium backup.
I was running TOS 2.0.1 but with a magisk patched boot image which I flashed a long time ago. This makes it simpler.
There are some issues with the TWRP but atleast I can update Magisk without having to patch the boot image and flash it every time.
The zip file in OP, the folder names have a comma after the number as pointed out earlier. Remove that before attempting any operations or you will face weird and wonderful behaviour.
Works like a charm !
I have problem with the sound. When i turn on the volume and play ssomething, i will hear annoying sound (ezzzzzz,,*%$)
zenacute said:
I have problem with the sound. When i turn on the volume and play ssomething, i will hear annoying sound (ezzzzzz,,*%$)
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I too... any solutions?
zenacute said:
I have problem with the sound. When i turn on the volume and play ssomething, i will hear annoying sound (ezzzzzz,,*%$)
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I too... any solutions?
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Seems like I finally fixed it. You should install new version with all wipes listed, download link was updated. Let me know if you find any other issues.
How did you make this?
I'm trying to do the same with other Teclast tablets.(With P80X)
I would appreciate it if you could tell me.
(I used Google Translate)
few__ said:
How did you make this?
I'm trying to do the same with other Teclast tablets.(With P80X)
I would appreciate it if you could tell me.
(I used Google Translate)
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I've just ported this ROM from another device with alike parameters (chipset, android os version, etc). There are lots of guides on the net which will help u. Another way is to find or make it manually kernel-source for your device, so u could compile firmwares on your own. But it requires appropriative knowledges in android development. Also u may take a closer look at GSI project as if your stock firmware is based on android 9.0.

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

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

[ROM] X96 Air Hybrid AOSP Custom Rom Android 9 [ATV]

this custom rom, i made it for my X96 Air box
- base on X96 stock rom
- latest ATV Google APPs [06-2020]
- hybrid home, easy switch between ATV home and Non ATV Home
- easy direct access ATV app from Non ATV Home
- LiveWallpaper enabled easy Access
- Upgraded Wifi driver from latest OTA update
- clean up by remove all unnecessary app from stock rom
- Home Switcher Support Home from
JesonKung
Launcher3
Xperia
ADW
Lollipop
lawnchair
- replace file explorer
- add setting on TV Launcher
- disable battery status display on launcher widget ( need clear data of launcher app)
- extra icon pack
- and Many other tweaks
- fix broken file management
- remove droidfile
Code:
latest update checksum
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674aa99ffc762f579c38af27e3e2ab6d bullghost-x96air-20210125-signed.zip
for anyone that came from previous version here is the step:
Code:
after flash the update, you just only need to clear /wipe the cache partition.
to install the icon pack, copy the from /vendor/preinstall folder to /sdcard folder
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Hi. Thank you for sharing.
I have been running it for a few hours and I love all the additions of features and the Android TV look (I used Mi Box S before so I prefer this look)
I do have one problem though. On stock firmware, I was able to pass through the audio to my sound bar in kodi (this lets me listen to Dolby Atmos and other surround sound technologies). I tried everything on your rom to make it work but it doesn't seem to work at all.
What worked in stock firmware:
Droid settings - sound - switch it to manual - enable all the options and set DTS to 20%. Go to Kodi, go to Kodi audio settings and enable passthrough, then play a dolby Atmos or DTS file and my soundbar said "Dolby Atmos" or "DTS" whenever I played the respective file.
In your rom:
There are three settings apps. 1 is droid settings from stock firmware, 1 is aosp settings app from stock firmware and 1 is the new settings app with extra features.
I have tried changing the droid settings sound options like on stock firmware but that does not work. I have tried using the new settings apps sound options (tried manual, auto, always allow etc etc) and that does not work either. I'm unable to get passthrough audio.
I always get PCM, even in Atmos/Dolby Digital/DTS files. My sound bar supports all of these codecs, and the box can do passthrough audio as I have already tried it on the stock firmware.
It's possible that it's due to viper4android? But I have disabled the master switch in viper as well.
Sorry for the long post but I was trying to be as detailed as possible. Honestly, apart from this, I have zero issues with your rom. I wanted to use it as a daily driver but this sound output option is a big problem as I watch a lot of 4K movies with Atmos and DTS.
If anyone is considering this rom but don't care about the issue I'm having, go for it. There are no other issues in this rom and is easily a daily driver. Works very well and highly recommended from my end.
Nasty_z said:
Hi. Thank you for sharing.
I have been running it for a few hours and I love all the additions of features and the Android TV look (I used Mi Box S before so I prefer this look)
I do have one problem though. On stock firmware, I was able to pass through the audio to my sound bar in kodi (this lets me listen to Dolby Atmos and other surround sound technologies). I tried everything on your rom to make it work but it doesn't seem to work at all.
What worked in stock firmware:
Droid settings - sound - switch it to manual - enable all the options and set DTS to 20%. Go to Kodi, go to Kodi audio settings and enable passthrough, then play a dolby Atmos or DTS file and my soundbar said "Dolby Atmos" or "DTS" whenever I played the respective file.
In your rom:
There are three settings apps. 1 is droid settings from stock firmware, 1 is aosp settings app from stock firmware and 1 is the new settings app with extra features.
I have tried changing the droid settings sound options like on stock firmware but that does not work. I have tried using the new settings apps sound options (tried manual, auto, always allow etc etc) and that does not work either. I'm unable to get passthrough audio.
I always get PCM, even in Atmos/Dolby Digital/DTS files. My sound bar supports all of these codecs, and the box can do passthrough audio as I have already tried it on the stock firmware.
It's possible that it's due to viper4android? But I have disabled the master switch in viper as well.
Sorry for the long post but I was trying to be as detailed as possible. Honestly, apart from this, I have zero issues with your rom. I wanted to use it as a daily driver but this sound output option is a big problem as I watch a lot of 4K movies with Atmos and DTS.
If anyone is considering this rom but don't care about the issue I'm having, go for it. There are no other issues in this rom and is easily a daily driver. Works very well and highly recommended from my end.
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hi @Nasty_z ,
i have apply some change.
but i dont have sound bar , so i cannot test it,
please try this version on repo
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c808b36f0fe6b4c68cc869c688d6dbe6 bullghost-x96air-20200630-signed.zip
bullghost said:
hi @Nasty_z ,
i have apply some change.
but i dont have sound bar , so i cannot test it,
please try this version on repo
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I'm downloading this now and will report back.
Something to note: On slimbox ROM, this issue is not there. Slimbox ROM has proper audio passthrough. Maybe that helps in fixing the bug?
bullghost said:
hi @Nasty_z ,
i have apply some change.
but i dont have sound bar , so i cannot test it,
please try this version on repo
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Hi. It works perfectly on the new version!
I tested Atmos, DTS and Dolby Digital. They all work without any issues. Thanks!
The X96 air TV box has four hardware versions P1, P2, V2/P3 and P4. I have P2 hardware, can I install this ROM on my box?
Is it possible to install TWRP recovery with this rom on x96 air?
hoskic said:
Is it possible to install TWRP recovery with this rom on x96 air?
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I don't think you can install TWRP on x96 air. But you can use the hinged TWRP to boot into TWRP whenever you want through the stock recovery.
Nasty_z said:
I don't think you can install TWRP on x96 air. But you can use the hinged TWRP to boot into TWRP whenever you want through the stock recovery.
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Thanks, worked smooth, I just made backup through TWRP, I guess i can do restore same way?
hoskic said:
Thanks, worked smooth, I just made backup through TWRP, I guess i can do restore same way?
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Yes exactly. You can restore it the same way, boot into TWRP and use the restore option.
Tried this rom on my TranSpeed 8K Ultra HD S905X3 box but it doesn't get passed the bootup logo. Had it on that screen for more than 15 mins. Am i missing something?
Blaggah said:
Tried this rom on my TranSpeed 8K Ultra HD S905X3 box but it doesn't get passed the bootup logo. Had it on that screen for more than 15 mins. Am i missing something?
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I believe this rom is specific to X96Air. I think the vendor is exclusive to this model and that's probably what's causing the issue on your box. I suppose you can try to flash slimbox over on the freaktab forums instead.
Thanks for this, I tried the slimbox rom already and it doesn't boot up all the way. The slimbox works better on my S905X2 box.
Hidden WiFI can not be found
Hidden WiFi does not work properly.
[Solved] Select advanced option,enable hidden wifi
【unsolved】The wifi signal is particularly unstable, as if it is a driver problem
Do we expecting some firmware update in the future or this is final version ? Download link seem to be dead had to find this software on other website
Zakariasz said:
Do we expecting some firmware update in the future or this is final version ? Download link seem to be dead had to find this software on other website
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Download link is fine. I think OP did not enter the link properly as clicking it does not take you to a webpage.
https://sourceforge.net/projects/bullghostdroidtvos/files/release/
With this link and you should be able to download the ROM.
hello please someone told me how to flash this rom ? i get the x96air P3 last day and i want to change rom to watch netflix in HD ? should i instal TWRP first ? i know how to flash phone and instal twrp and rom ... but its my first time in this android box
Hi i just but a x96 air P4 i will try your rom when i receive this box....
Hello,
1. Is this 32 bit or 64 bit ROM?
2. How to enable navigation and status bar in android 9?
Thank you.
Nasty_z said:
I don't think you can install TWRP on x96 air. But you can use the hinged TWRP to boot into TWRP whenever you want through the stock recovery.
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Hi, owning this box, we can install TWRP in recovery by flashing with AmlogicFlasherV1.0 and the TWRP.img which is in the archive HERE, beware it will be ROOT before.

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