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Wednesday, 5 July 2017

How to Install Android 7.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Galaxy S6 Edge


Samsung launched the Galaxy S6 Edge a couple of years back and it was one of the most successful smartphones of the year. It has a really good set of specs for the price. However, if you own this smartphone, then you already know that the software on this is not all that good. And there is not a lot that you can do, apart from simply flashing a new custom ROM.
Well, if you are wondering how to do it, then you are in the right place since we will show you how to do the same. Today, in this tutorial, we will show you exactly How to Install Android 7.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Galaxy S6. But before we begin the installation, let’s take a look at some of the features it brings to the table.

ABOUT THE ROM

Below are some of the working features of this ROM –
Below are some of the working features of the smartphone on this ROM –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How to Install Android 7.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Galaxy S6


Samsung launched the Galaxy S6 a couple of years back and it was one of the most successful smartphones of the year. It has a really good set of specs for the price. However, if you own this smartphone, then you already know that the software on this is not all that good. And there is not a lot that you can do, apart from simply flashing a new custom ROM.
Well, if you are wondering how to do it, then you are in the right place since we will show you how to do the same. Today, in this tutorial, we will show you exactly How to Install Android 7.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Galaxy S6. But before we begin the installation, let’s take a look at some of the features it brings to the table.

ABOUT THE ROM

Below are some of the working features of this ROM –
Below are some of the working features of the smartphone on this ROM –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How to Install Android 7.1 Nougat Based LineageOS 14.1 on Honor 4x


Honor launched the honor 4x smartphone a couple of years back if was indeed one of the successful models of the smartphone. It has a decent set of specs for the price at which it is being offered at. However, when you compare with other competitions on the market right now, at the same price you can get way better smartphones. Also, if you own the smartphone, then you already know how bad the software on this smartphone is. However, there is not a lot of things which you can do about it, other than simply flashing a new custom ROM.
If you are wondering how to do it, then you are in the right place, since today in this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to do the same. Today, in this tutorial, we will show you how to Install Android 7.1 Nougat Based LineageOS 14.1 on Honor 4x. But before we begin, let’s take a look at some of the features that it adds to the smartphone.

ABOUT THE ROM

Below are some of the working features of the smartphone on this ROM –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How To Install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Based LineageOS 13 On Redmi 4 Prime


Xiaomi has launched a lot of affordable budget smartphones so far and pretty much all of them are quite popular especially in the growing markets like India. They all have great hardware for the price at which they are offered at. The Redmi 4 Prime is no exception in this regard. It packs a decent amount of power for the price at which it is being offered at. However, if you are one of the Redmi 4 Prime users, then you already know that the software on the smartphone is one of the most annoying things about the smartphone. But there is not a lot that can we can do other than flashing a custom third party ROM.
If you are wondering how to do this, then you are in the right place since today in this tutorial we will show you the same. In this tutorial, we will show you how to Install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Based LineageOS 13 On Redmi 4 Prime. But before we begin the installation process, let’s take a look at some of the features that it brings to the table. Below are some of the features which you will get the LineageOS 13 –

ABOUT THE ROM

Below are some of the working features of the ROM –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that we know the features that this ROM being, let’s now take a look at some of the pre-requisite required for this installation –

PRE-REQUISITE

    • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
    • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices; however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
    • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
    • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation, and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

    INSTALLATION

    1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
    2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
    3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
    4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
    5. Once done, now return to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
    6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
    7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
    8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time, and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
    9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
    10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
    Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time, and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How to Install Android 7.1 Nougat Based LineageOS 14.1 on Lenovo Tab 10



The Chinese tech giant Lenovo launched the Lenovo Tab 10 back in November 2016 and it is one of the popular tablets that Lenovo has ever launched. It has a great set of hardware specs for the price at which it is being offered at. However, if you own one, then you already know that the software on the tab 10 is not all that impressive. This has been an issue with most of the products from Lenovo and this is no exception. However, if you want something nice and fresh then your only option to flash a third party custom ROM manually.
If you are wondering how to do it, then you are in the right place since today we will show you exactly how. Today in this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to Install Android 7.1 Nougat Based LineageOS 14.1 on Lenovo Tab 10. But before we begin the installation, let’s see some of the features it brings to the table.

ABOUT THE ROM

Although this is an unofficial Nougat ROM for the smartphone, it still brings all the features of the Nougat to the table. Below are some of the working features of the same –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How to Install Android 7.1.1 Nougat based LineageOS 14.1 ROM on LeEco Le 1s


The Chinese Smartphone manufacturing company LeEco launched the Le 1s smartphone a couple of years and it was one of the most popular smartphones out there in the market. It had some really good internals for the price at which it was being offered at. However, if you are a user of the smartphone, then you already that software is one of the biggest issues. In fact, now the company has even stopped pushing updates to it. Now if you own this smartphone, then your only option is to update the device manually by flashing a third party custom ROM.
Well, if you are wondering how to flash a custom ROM, then you are in the right place since today we will show you exactly how to do the same. Today in this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to install Android 7.1.1 Nougat based LineageOS 14.1 ROM on LeEco Le 1s smartphone. But before beginning the installation process, let’s take a look at some of the features it brings to the table.
Below are some of the features of this ROM –

ABOUT THE ROM

Although this is an unofficial Nougat ROM for the smartphone, it still brings all the features of the Nougat to the table. Below are some of the working features of the same –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the smartphone as about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the instalaltion process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Developerz for more tutorials like this.

How to Install Android 7.1.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Huawei P8 Lite Smartphone

Huawei launched the new P8 Lite smartphone couple of years back and it was one of the most popular devices at the time of the launch. It had very good specs at that time, for the price at which it was being offered at. However, if you own this smartphone or any other smartphone from Huawei, then you already that software is not the best. The UI is heavily skinned and it has a lot of features that are added, which somewhat makes the whole UI cluttered.
However, if you feel this way, then there is not a lot that you, as an end user can do. Here, the only option to flash third party ROM. Well, if you are wondering how to do it, then you are in the right place. Today, in this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to do the same. Today we will show you How to Install Android 7.1.1 based LineageOS 14.1 on Huawei P8 Lite Smartphone. But before that, let’s take a look at some of the features which it brings to the table.

ABOUT THE ROM

Below are some of the working features of this ROM –
Below are some of the working features of the smartphone on this ROM –
  • Camera rear/front (Photographs)
  • Camera rear/front (Video – Use Camu from Play Store)
  • Auto brightness.
  • Fingerprint.
  • Bluetooth, Mic, Wi-Fi, GPS, IR
  • Hotspot
  • RIL
Now that it is out of the way, let’s check out some of the requirements that are necessary for the installation. Below are some of the pre-requisite for the same –

PRE-REQUISITE

  • The first thing which you need to make sure is that you are creating a complete backup of your files. Since we will be completely wiping the internal memory of the phone, you will end up loosing all your files.
  • You also need to make sure that you are installing a custom recovery software. You can install any of your choices, however, we suggest you go for TWRP for this installation.
  • You also need to make sure that the battery in the tablet has about 60-percent charge before you begin the installation. If your smartphone’s battery dies during the installation, then you may end up with a completely bricked smartphone.
  • And lastly it is also necessary to make sure that you have downloaded the firmware file which is necessary for the installation. Without this file, you won’t be able to proceed with the installation and hence we suggest you download the same from the link given below.

INSTALLATION

  1. Assuming that you have downloaded the files given in the link above, it is now time to begin the installation process.
  2. The first thing which you need to make sure is that you copy the downloaded file to the smartphone.
  3. Once done, simply turn off your phone and enter into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing Volume Down + Power Key at the same time.
  4. After this, once you are in the recovery menu, look for wipe and format option ⇒ wipe data, system, cache and Dalvik cache and initiate it.
  5. Once done, now return back to the recovery menu and tap on Install.
  6. Now it will ask you to browse for the firmware file which you had copied earlier. Simply navigate to the same and select it.
  7. After that simply swipe to begin the installation.
  8. Do make a note that the installation will take some time and hence we suggest you be patient with the same.
  9. After it is done, before rebooting you can also choose to install the GApps.
  10. Once this is done, your device will automatically reboot into the new ROM.
Do make a note that the first reboot may take a long time and hence we suggest you stay patient with the same. Having said, if you have any queries regarding the setup, then be sure to let us know by commenting down below and also stay tuned to Android Deveoperz for more tutorials like this.