Complete re-flashing. How to flash an Android phone

Android system is an open source operating system source code, available for modifications and extensions. Why do you need to flash your device?

Coming out official updates, in which errors are corrected and additions are made, but not for every device on this system it is possible to offer automatic updates, Although technical capabilities allow .

There are many unofficial firmwares available that allow you to change the design, remove pre-installed applications, and add useful functions.

Many people need to flash their device. There are several ways to do this:

OTA updates. They are downloaded via wi-fi or Internet traffic and “arrive” automatically.
Through a computer. Enough safe way, the firmware is installed when the device is connected to the PC.
Through the Recovery menu on the device itself. To flash, you will need a 100% charge and a downloaded firmware zip file.

Preparing for flashing

To reflash Android, you need to prepare:

Through the device settings, find out the firmware version that you already have. Path “Settings -> About phone -> Firmware version”.
Charge your device to 100%. Turning off the device during the process can lead to unpleasant consequences for the system.
Download from the Internet the firmware version for your device that you want to flash. If you are installing unofficial firmware, additionally read reviews about the work before sewing.
Do Android device backup: if something doesn’t suit you in the new firmware, you can.

Firmware via PC

Place the firmware version on drive C.
Download the Odin3 program, place it on drive C.
Connect your Android device to your computer via a USB cable.
With the device turned off, enter the firmware mode.
Run the program, find the firmware file, click “flash” (or start).

The firmware process will take approximately 7-10 minutes. During the process, you cannot disconnect the Android device from the computer. If you have a laptop, it is better to connect it to the network or make sure that the battery is fully charged, otherwise, instead of flashing the device, you can turn it into a brick and then suffer for a long time with recovery.

Firmware using a zip file via the device itself

Get root rights. For each Android device, the options for obtaining rights may be different.
Install a Recovery backup program, for example - ClockWorkMod.
Copy the firmware to an SD card or the device itself.
Install the SD card, enter Recovery mode. The combination of buttons is also different for each device.
Reset your settings, then reboot your device.
Choose the required firmware on the card and start the process.
After the flashing process is completed, reboot the device again by selecting reboot system now from the menu.

Read in this article how to flash Android via a computer. How to flash a smartphone, what is flashing an Android phone, why is it needed – these are common questions from novice users who first encountered problems on a device controlled by a “little green man”.

As a rule, flashing comes to the aid of users whose gadgets refuse to work or function unstable. With the widespread availability of Android devices from China, which cannot boast of long-term manufacturer support, third-party firmware has become popular, allowing you to update to latest version OS. So that you don't get confused, let's go in order.

What is Android flashing and why is it needed?

The term “flashing” itself has become widely used as the market fills with smartphones running the Android OS. The newly created system opened up a bunch of opportunities for the user, including openness, which allowed everyone to change Android as they wish.

You can reflash not only a smartphone, but also a regular one. mobile phone– they also work on the OS, albeit a simpler one.

What does the term “flashing Android” hide behind? Any modern smartphone, as we have already indicated, runs on the operating system (complex software that provide correct work hardware), which is characterized by errors, glitches and other problems. The OS of your phone can also crash, just like Windows on your computer. And in this case, the solution is to reinstall the system or flash the firmware.

However, flashing can fix not only errors. Installation new firmware introduces updates that ensure stable operation of the smartphone, and often make the process of interaction between a person and a device more understandable and enjoyable.

Firmware can be divided into two classes:

Official (stock). Firmware released by the manufacturer of the Android device. Since they are developed specifically for specific model, the likelihood of errors occurring during flashing or during operation is minimized.
Third-party (custom, unofficial). Firmware developed by ordinary users or small groups. Android is used as a basis (the OS is open, so everyone can work with it) program code), to which modifications are subsequently made. Third-party firmware does not guarantee perfect performance on your device and may contain various errors, unnoticed by the developer.

Unofficial firmware, as a rule, is developed for systems that have not localized the system into other languages or do not receive updates. Developers are especially interested in inexpensive devices with good hardware, which are popular among users.

How to reflash a smartphone to Android?

There are several fairly simple ways.

OTA-update. In fact, this is not firmware. You simply update the OS version using the device's standard tools. The process is very simple, besides, we have already talked about it in detail. The only thing worth noting is that not every smartphone receives over-the-air updates, and owners of models from little-known companies may never see them at all.
Flashing using a smartphone. Using only a smartphone and a couple of applications, you can easily install new firmware, which you downloaded from an official or unofficial resource. The method is quite simple, but you should first familiarize yourself with what we have already written about.
FlashingAndroidvia computer. A way to flash Android, which we will talk about today. Let us say right away that it is somewhat more complicated than those presented above. But it offers significantly more possibilities.

Before you reflash

Let's not rush. To begin with, we should warn you against possible undesirable consequences and some nuances that may arise when flashing Android via a computer.

Data backup

The very first thing you should do is back up your important data. Necessarily! During the flashing process, absolutely all files from the device’s memory will be deleted. Therefore, save in advance necessary information on personal computer or in cloud storage so that you can quickly restore everything afterwards.

Backup copy of installed firmware

It would be a good idea to make a backup of the system itself, so that if problems arise during the flashing, you have something to recover from. To create a backup copy of the OS, the simplest method is the one we have already written about.

High quality wire, fully charged battery

Quite often the cause of errors in the transfer process is Android firmware a low-quality USB cable purchased for a few cents protrudes through the computer. Often the smartphone is not detected by the PC at all due to a bad wire. Therefore, we recommend purchasing a high-quality cable in the store, but at a more expensive price.

Be sure to charge your smartphone battery to 100%. Firmware installation can take a long time, and power supply from the USB port is inconsistent.

Possible problems

Remember! You perform flashing at your own peril and risk. This process, although not so complicated, is often accompanied by errors that can lead to inoperability of certain functions of the smartphone or to bricking (complete failure). Although most of the problems that arise can be corrected, some cannot be treated even in service centers.

Be careful when flashing. It will be very useful to first familiarize yourself with forums where users share what can destroy your particular device. Don’t hesitate to clarify details that you don’t understand.

The market is simply filled with a wide variety of Android devices, so it is difficult to predict what errors may occur in your case. The reasons may be incorrect user actions, clumsy third-party firmware, problems with the cable, drivers, etc.

By reflashing your device, you lose the manufacturer's warranty.

If you are not confident in your abilities, then it is better to contact service center. Specialists with a guarantee will reflash your device, and you won’t have to read the article further.

How to flash an Android device via computer

So, the readers who were scared were eliminated possible problems, and we are moving from theory to practice.

USB debugging mode and necessary drivers

First, let’s pick up a smartphone or other Android device to activate the “USB Debugging” mode. This is done so that the computer can make changes to the device connected via USB. So, instructions:

First of all, let’s get developer rights so that a special menu in the settings becomes available to us;

To access the developer menu, you need to make multiple clicks on the “OS Version” item. It is located in the “About phone” section (the very last item in the device settings).

after the rights have been obtained, go to the “Developer Menu”, which will appear in the settings;
here we find the “USB Debugging” item, make the switch opposite it active.

The smartphone can be put aside. Let's move on to the drivers that will be useful for flashing Android via a computer.

Drivers for each device are different. You can download them on the manufacturer’s official website or on one of the forums.

To install drivers:

connect the device to the computer;
go to “Device Manager” (use search or find the section in “Control Panel”;
find the item with the name of your device (the smartphone or tablet may not be detected by the system, in this case a line with an unknown device will appear, next to which there will be a yellow triangle);
right click call context menu for this device;
from the list, select “Update driver”;
click on the item “Search for drivers on this computer”;
then click “Select a driver from the list of already installed ones”;
By clicking on the “Have from disk” button, specify the path to the downloaded drivers;
Restart your PC and smartphone for the changes to take effect.

Often, a smartphone driver alone is not enough. For some devices you have to install additional drivers USB ports so the PC can detect them. In addition, numerous devices require the installation of the ADB tool.

Android Debug Bridge (Android debugging bridge) is a console application that is used to manage Android devices via a personal computer.

Returning to the fact that there are countless devices on Android, for individual devices you have to download a whole bunch of special software. The list of software can be found on the official websites of manufacturers or on thematic forums dedicated to flashing your specific gadget.

Programs for flashing Android via computer

We are approaching the choice of software that we will use directly to install the firmware on a smartphone or tablet. A whole bunch of programs are presented for these purposes, but they can all be divided into two broad groups:

Firmware software for certain models. Branded programs produced by companies exclusively for their devices. Almost every major manufacturer offers for download free version. Programs for flashing certain models provide quick and error-free installation of new firmware, and also have additional tools, which will allow you to make a system backup and rollback in case critical errors. Similar software The following companies presented: Samsung (Odin); Lenovo (Flash Tool); HTC (Fastboot); LG (KDZ Updater); Sony (Flashboot); Nexus (Fastboot).
Universal software for firmware. Programs that can be used to flash any Android device. There are also a lot of them, but the possibilities are approximately the same. The most popular tools are QFIL and SP Flash Tool: the first for flashing devices with processors Qualcomm Snapdragon, the second is Mediatek.

Unlock Bootloader

Many smartphones are presented with a locked Bootloader to prevent the user from freely making changes to the system. Bootloader is a special program that is responsible for accessing the kernel. From which we conclude that while it is blocked, we will not be able to flash anything.

Unlocking Bootloader is done using special software, which is provided by the manufacturer with necessary instructions. As a rule, it all comes down to installing a special program (for example, HTC has Bootloader Unlock), activating the USB debugging mode on the smartphone (how to do this is described just above) and pressing just one button – “Unlock”.

Selecting the firmware

When all the drivers are installed, the bootloader is unlocked and the program for flashing Android via a computer is downloaded, you can start selecting the firmware. Here everything depends on your device: there may be a lot of firmware or none at all. There are several types of firmware:

Official. Presented by the manufacturer without any changes.
Unofficial based on the official one. Firmware that has been modified by third-party developers, but minimal changes have been made (language support has been added, bugs have been fixed, and so on).
Unofficial. There are also redesigned firmwares that are simply crammed with a variety of features. They are developed based on Android, are ready to offer a bunch of new features, but often contain bugs. The most famous of them: CyanogenMod, Lineage OS, OxygenOS and others.

You can download firmware on official websites, forums and other resources.

As we have already noted, the operating principle of all flashing programs is approximately the same. We will talk in more detail about the firmware using SP Flash Tool.

We remind you once again that SP Flash Tool is a tool for flashing only devices with processors from Mediatek. You can find out what chip your smartphone has on the manufacturer’s official website or using special applications (AIDA64 and similar).

So, We don’t connect the smartphone yet, we only work with the program on a PC:

unpack the firmware if it is in the archive (it is better to do this in the root of drive C);
run the SP Flash Tool program (we recommend as administrator);
indicate the path to the scatter file by clicking on the “Scatter Loading” button, which is located on the right side of the window (the file is located in the folder with the firmware, the name ends like this – emmc.txt);
Necessarily uncheck the Preloader item (if your device runs on an MT6575 or MT6577 processor, then also uncheck the dsp_bl item);
select Download Only from the list;
Click the Download button, next to which there is a blue or green arrow icon (depending on the program version);
just now we are connecting the Android device to the computer without using any adapters - only one wire;

The device must be turned off.

the program will start searching for a smartphone (if it doesn’t find it, remove and insert the battery; if the device has non-removable battery, then disconnect and reconnect the cable);
after identifying the device, the flashing process will begin, which may take a long time;

Do not disconnect the device from the computer!

wait for a window with a green circle to appear;
Only now we disconnect the device from the computer and try to turn it on.

The first launch process can take quite a long time (about 10 minutes), just wait.

Approximately the same scheme is used to flash devices with other programs. However, do not neglect the instructions for use. Study them thoroughly, only then proceed with the firmware.

Conclusion

Flashing an Android device via a personal computer is a rather complicated task, with a lot of nuances, but it can be done even by beginners. The main thing in this matter is not to lose sight of every moment, so that later you don’t search on the Internet for how to revive a brick. Take your time, carefully study the instructions specifically for your smartphone, fortunately there are plenty of them on the Internet, and figure out the sequence of actions. Well, we can only wish you good luck with the flashing!

Today we will talk to you about how to independently reflash a smartphone to Android via a computer. The procedure is not easy, and the firmware of each gadget has its own nuances, which you will have to clarify on specialized forums. But in general outline You will understand that with the right approach, you can restore the device at home and put it on third party firmware or update stock to new version.

Firmware for an Android smartphone using a computer

To begin with, we will warn you that in this way you can “kill” your gadget. In the language of people who understand, turn it into a “brick”. In this case, you won’t be able to get rid of it without going to the service center. You shouldn’t even bother flashing NoName firmware for gadgets from China; if you break it, they may not be able to be repaired at the service center.

Be that as it may, we live in the age of technology, the age of the Internet - world wide web, where, if you wish, you can learn literally everything: even the firmware of Android phones. Actually, what are you doing now? Well, let's get started....

Finding and installing the software required for firmware

It's no secret that for different manufacturers devices require different drivers. Fortunately, they can also be downloaded on the Internet. For example, you have a smartphone from Samsung– drivers for subsequent firmware can be found on the official website. There is an alternative option without searching for drivers - simply connect the phone to the computer, after which the operating system will independently select and download them (applies to owners of Windows 7 and newer versions of window operating systems).

The next task is to download the firmware itself. The most popular Russian-language resource with official and custom firmware is 4pda.ru. Go to the forum, look for your device and firmware there. Choose the one that is most interesting to you and download it to your computer.

Then you need to assign Superuser rights to the program, that is, give Root access. How exactly to provide it, see our previously written article.

Now we return to the already familiar website 4pda.ru, or more precisely, to its forum and download the CWM-recovery file for your gadget (it is important that it is specifically for your device, otherwise you risk turning it into a “brick”).

We write a zip archive with the firmware and Recovery downloaded earlier into the device’s memory, or better yet, onto an SD card.

We return again to installed program Mobileuncle MTK Tools, launch it and it’s in automatic mode will find CWM-recovery on your smartphone, you will only need to confirm the update process by pressing the “OK” button.

Preparing for firmware

Without a backup copy - nowhere! It will be useful to us in case unsuccessful firmware to restore the device's functionality. Let's go:

So, the backup has been created. To restore it, go to installed application CWM recovery, tap on the “Backups” item and select the recently created one there.

You should also save as a backup copy all data that may be erased during the firmware update of the device - contacts, photos, etc.:

To restore data from a backup copy, use the nearby “Restore” button - that is, “Recovery”. You will only need to indicate the path to the previously created backup and confirm its installation. As you can see, absolutely nothing complicated.

Installing firmware on an Android smartphone

So, the new Recovery is installed, now you need to log into it. First, fully charge your device. Turn it off and, using the combination of the Power and Volume Up buttons, go into Recovery. Depending on the device manufacturer, the combination may differ.

Here we select “Wipe cache partition” and confirm our actions;
Now let's move on to the most interesting part - installation. operating system. Click on “Install from sdcard”, then on “Choose zip from internal sdcard” and find the file with the firmware downloaded earlier;

We confirm our consent;

We wait for the installation process to complete, after which we reboot the device and wait for it to boot. Don't be alarmed if the first download takes longer than usual - that's how it should be.

What to do if the phone does not start after flashing the firmware

If the startup process of the smartphone has not progressed beyond the logo, it makes sense to reboot it again. Didn't that help either? Then reflash again. Otherwise, we need to roll back to the standard firmware and restore the Backup. You already know how to restore a backup, but how to roll back to an earlier one installed version firmware? There is only one answer - no way, it will have to be installed via a computer.

Let's look at the process using Samsung devices as an example:

If the method does not work, and this happens, the road to the service center is paved. We warn you: the names of the programs and drivers are different for all programs, but in general the installation process is similar, so it will not be difficult to figure it out. We hope everything worked out for you!

Reaches 80%. They attract buyers with their low cost, since Android is installed even on the most budget models, as well as the ability to customize everything to your taste and even change the firmware if desired. It is the latter that today’s material will be about. We will answer the question of how to flash a tablet without a computer via a flash drive.

Many users, some time after purchasing a gadget, think about a new model with more functionality.

Despite the fact that tablet manufacturers do not encourage independent flashing, in addition to the official possibility using a computer, craftsmen have developed several ways to get by without it: through a custom recovery or using a special mobile application. Let's take a closer look at how to do it without a computer: let's find out what is needed for this, as well as the firmware process itself.

Preparatory stage

In order for the process of flashing your tablet to be successful, you need to stock up on the necessary files for this. What do you need to pre-load?

Firmware. Surely this point does not need explanation. Usually, without a computer, you can only flash custom firmware, since official ones are flashed through a computer. If you don’t know exactly what firmware you need, but are sure that the standard one doesn’t work the way you want, read specialized forums, for example, w3bsit3-dns.com or others, and pay attention to reviews from owners of the same tablet as yours. You can also check it out for your device. At worst, download and test several options in practice.
Program for getting root. Without it, you simply will not be able to complete all the necessary steps, because at a certain stage significant intervention in the system is expected, which is only possible if you have superuser rights. The most popular application for obtaining root is KingRoot, which allows you to complete the procedure in just a few clicks. You can download the application at the bottom of the page.
Custom recovery. Absolutely every device is equipped with a special recovery mode, with which you can reset settings, clear the cache and some other operations. But the default recoveries are quite limited in their capabilities, so custom ones have been developed. On at the moment the most popular are TWRP Recovery And CWM Recovery. The first has an interface tailored for use on touch screen, and the second one is very similar to the default one, only with a larger set of functions. Recently, there has been a tendency to prioritize the use of TWRP. You can download them either through special applications automatically, or manually on specialized sites. The main condition is compatibility with your tablet model.
Application for installing recovery. The most popular are Flashify or ROM Manager. It is preferable to use the first one, since the program has a more intuitive interface and is also regularly updated.

To use all the software, move the files to the root of the memory card. Programs must have an APK extension, recovery - IMG, and firmware - ZIP.

The easiest way without a computer is to use special utility for Android. The most popular and at the same time the most compatible program with most devices is KingRoot.

At the very beginning, allow installation from unknown sources so that it is possible to install the program not from Play Store: Settings - Security and check the box for "Unknown sources".
Install the KingRoot program and run it.
In the main program window, click the big blue button in the middle of the screen.
Wait for the procedure to complete and reboot the device.

In rare cases, the program may be incompatible with your device model, so you will have to use another option, for example, Baidu Root or 360 Root, the principle of which is completely identical.

Installing third-party recovery

Having received root rights, you can begin installing custom recovery. Use one of the two most popular programs: Flashify or ROM Manager. Let's look at each of them in more detail.

Flashify

ROM Manager

Since the program is semi-Russian and has not been updated for several years, be careful what exactly you click, especially if you do not speak English.

Install the program and run it.
In the main menu, click Recovery Setup - Install or update Recovery and select the recovery you need.
Next, the program will determine. If she did it correctly, confirm your choice and click on the button recovery installations. The download will begin immediately. With a stable and fast connection, the file will be downloaded in a few seconds.
Grant the utility superuser rights so that it can complete the installation. After a few seconds, you will see a success notification.

Having prepared everything, it’s time to move directly to the firmware of the device. Let's consider the procedure using several types of recovery.

Firmware via CWM Recovery

We would like to immediately draw your attention to the fact that moving between items is done by pressing the volume buttons, and selection is done by pressing the power button.

Put the device into recovery mode. To do this, you need to hold down a certain combination of tablet buttons. They may differ depending on the model:
- volume up + power button;
- Volume down + power button;
- one of the volume buttons + power button + mechanical Home button;
- both volume buttons + power button.
First of all, do full reset tablet settings. To do this, go to wipe data/factory reset - Yes - Wipe all user data, then return to the main menu.
Go to install zip - choose zip from /sdcard and select the firmware file previously saved to the memory card. Confirm the request with the Yes - Install command.
After the firmware process is completed, return to the main menu and reboot the tablet using the reboot system now command.

Attention! The first activation will take quite a long time.

Firmware via TWRP Recovery

In this recovery, selecting items is done by clicking on the screen, and confirming operations is done by swiping at the bottom of the screen.

Go to recovery mode (see previous point).
Go to Cleaning - Advanced and check all the boxes except the memory card. Swipe the bar at the bottom of the screen to delete all data recorded on your tablet. After this, do not try to reboot, as nothing will work, since you simply deleted the system.
Click on the button in the form of a house to go to the main Recovery menu.
Click "Install" to go to the firmware file selection menu. Since the necessary data is stored on the memory card, click on the “Memory Selection” button, find the firmware file, click on it and confirm the operation by swiping at the bottom of the screen.
At the end of the process, you will see a notification indicating its successful completion. After that, click the “Reboot” button. Please note that the first system startup may take up to 10 minutes.

A backup made in time can save your nerves and save you from unnecessary headaches if you “messed up” the system when installing the firmware
or other operation.

Firmware via ROM Manager

With this application, your interaction with recovery mode is reduced to a minimum, since you mainly work through a convenient graphical interface. At the right time, you will only need to confirm the start of the recovery mode to continue the procedure. Since all the preparatory work has been completed, you can proceed with the firmware.

Nowadays, you can update or change the firmware of your device without contacting specialized centers. In essence, you are just wasting your money and time. How to reflash a phone yourself? We will give specific answers to this question in our article.

Features when flashing

Now we will list several important elements that are necessary to flash your cell phone.

First, make sure the battery is charged at 50 percent or higher ( best option- this is a full recharge), since the flashing process can be quite lengthy.
If you are afraid of losing important data contained on your cell phone, then make backup copies of the files and information you need.
To flash the firmware, you will need a standard USB cable that comes with your phone.
Your PC must have the appropriate software to flash your phone. You can find all drivers on the official websites of manufacturers or in numerous alternative sources. There are pirated and licensed versions Software that differs significantly in its functionality. It should be noted that official ones are not always better than pirated ones. After successful installation, you need to reboot your smartphone.
Your device must have a clean ESN, that is, not be in the stolen or lost database.
Next, you need to find out (for some models) MEID and ESN, where the first consists of 18 (starting with 2) or 15 digits, and the last of 8.
Nowadays there are 3 types of firmware: from a ZIP archive, a TAR archive, or a three-file one. Below we will talk in more detail about each of them.

Are you still wondering how to reflash your phone? Believe me, it's not difficult at all. A little later you will see for yourself.

Firmware: “Android” from ZIP archive

This is one of the best methods used by many users. So, how to reflash an Android phone from a ZIP archive? First, you need to install root rights. It is worth noting that not all devices have this feature. Plus, once you achieve root rights, you will immediately lose the warranty on the device. Secondly, you need to make a backup, that is, a backup copy of important files. What is needed for this? You can, for example, set special program for system recovery, of which ClockWorkMod is an excellent example. It is designed for flashing phones on the Android OS, and in case of any failures, it allows you to return to the source code. To make a backup using the above program, you need to take the following steps:

Launch ClockWorkMod Recovery.
Select "Backup & restore".
Next is “backup”.
Confirm by pressing the “YES” button.
Reboot your device by clicking “Reboot system now”.

After completing these steps, a backup should appear on your MicroSD in the “clockworkmod/backup” folder. After completing all the above operations, you can proceed directly to flashing. So, how to reflash an Android phone from a ZIP archive?

Once the ROM file has downloaded, write it to the memory card. The firmware name may contain Latin letters and numbers, and the file itself must be in a ZIP archive.
Disconnect your phone from your PC and charger.
Next, turn off the mobile phone and start recovery mode.
In the menu we find the “Wipe” item, which erases the current system information.
Then you need to return to the root menu and select “Flash Zip from SD-Card” or “Install zip from sdcard”.
We find the ROM firmware located in the ZIP archive.
We confirm the firmware and follow the instructions on the screen.
If everything went well and without errors, reboot the phone by selecting “Reboot system now”.

We are done with the first method. Now let's move on to the 3-file firmware.

How to reflash Android with three-file firmware

For this method, we will need the Mobile Odin Pro application, which is another program for Android firmware. If you decide to flash the firmware using this method, you don’t have to obtain root rights. How to reflash a phone with 3-file firmware? Let's move on to the algorithm of actions:

First, you need to write files to your smartphone or tablet (3 files with the words CSC, CODE, Modem in their names). It is advisable to put all 3 files in one folder.
IN Mobile application Odin Pro select “Open file”.
Next, a window should appear where you need to select a file with the word “CODE” in the name. Click "OK".
Then select “Modem” and press the “OK” button.
We check that all sections contain data.
After the check is completed, click “Flash Firmware”.
We are waiting for the firmware process to finish, which can last over 15 minutes.

Finally, let's move on to the last method firmware.

How to flash Android from a TAR archive

Not the most popular method, since there are very few firmwares that are packaged in a .TAR archive. Generally speaking, most of the process is the same as the previous method. How to reflash a phone from a TAR archive?

In Mobile Odin Pro, select "Open file".
In the window, find and select the downloaded firmware in .tar or .tar.md5 format, which was previously recorded in the “Firmware” folder. Click "OK".
Then we check that all sections have the necessary data.
Next, click “Flash Firmware”.
We wait for the installation to complete and reboot the device.

I would like to say a few words about the firmware Chinese phones. Such devices are updated in exactly the same way, but there are a number of nuances. Firstly, finding high-quality firmware is very difficult, and for some gadgets it is completely impossible. Secondly, various fakes (according to iPhone type, Galaxy S4 and others) are unreliable, which is why custom firmware can cause irreparable harm to the device. That's all, we hope that our instructions answered your question on how to reflash a Chinese phone and original devices in order to update an already boring system. However, remember that flashing Android is an operation at your own peril and risk, which may not have very rosy consequences.

How to reflash a Samsung phone

In this section we will describe flashing using the MultiLoader application. After downloading it, you need to launch it and select “BRCM2133”. Then follow these instructions:

Go to the “Download” mode by holding down the power (lock) and volume keys. If the message “Download” appears on the screen, it means that everything was successful.
We connect the phone to the PC using a USB cable. After detecting the device, click the “Download” button and wait a couple of minutes.
Disconnect USB and reboot the smartphone. If the mobile phone starts on English, then we do a simple “Pre-configuration” by typing “*#6984125*#” → “Pre-configuration”, after which we enter the password “*#73561*#”. Select your country of residence and reboot. Next, enter “*2767*3855#” in the window, which will help reset the settings.
Everything is ready. The system has been updated. We think you understand how to reflash a Samsung phone.

Nokia firmware

New models support the firmware function “over the air”, that is, without connecting to a PC. All you need is high-speed Internet. So, how to reflash a Nokia phone? First of all, go to the “Settings” => “Phone” => “Phone Management” => “Device Update” section. You will be presented with all important information about the phone model and firmware version. Select “Functions” => “Check for updates”. If newer versions of the software are detected, you will be notified and offered to update old firmware. Everything is done automatically.

If you want to update the system via your computer using a USB cable, simply download the Nokia Software Updater application and run it. Then follow the instructions that will appear on the screen of your smartphone.

How to reflash an HTC phone

First you need to download the firmware itself. In addition, it is important to obtain root rights and make a backup using the method we described earlier. Backup can also be created using the Titanium Backup application. Let's get started with the process:

First we do a full “wipe”. We have already told you how to do this.
Next, select “install zip from sd-card” in recovery.
Then you need to enable or disable signature verification “toggle verification mode”.
We find our firmware and launch it. We wait for the update to complete and reboot. At the end, “Installation completed” should be displayed.

As you can see, the firmware for phones of this model largely coincides with the method of flashing firmware from a ZIP archive that we described earlier.

Firmware Sony Xperia

To flash the firmware we will need the Flashtool program and a USB cable. Let's start the process. So, how to reflash Sony phone Xperia?

First, we download the required firmware, which will be in .ftf format.
Place this file in the /flashtool/firmwares folder.
Then you need to launch the FlashTool utility, turn off the phone and wait 30-60 seconds. Next, click on the button in the application where the lightning is drawn and select “Flashmode”.
A little later you will receive a message stating that the firmware is ready for installation and you need to connect the device.
We hold down the key responsible for lowering the volume, after which the Flashtool program identifies your device.
We wait for the end of the firmware until the message “Flashing finished” appears. Reboot the device and enjoy the updated software.

Let's move on to the last phone, for which we will tell you the firmware process.

Fly firmware

So, how to reflash Fly phone? Follow the algorithm:

We connect the phone (turned off) to the PC using a USB cable.
Download, install and launch the same FlashTool.
Go to the “Download” section, where we indicate the COM port and speed (we do not recommend setting it higher than 460800).
Specify the downloader (“Download Agent”).
We load the memory distribution scheme of your smartphone (“Scatter-loading”) and then check the lines with the areas of the device’s flash memory that are subject to programming.
Click “Format FAT”, where we select “Manual Fat Format”. In “Begin address” and “Format Length” in hexadecimal format you must specify the starting address (0x0), as well as the size of the smartphone memory that needs to be cleared. Be careful as calibration data may be deleted inadvertently.
Click “Ok”, then press the power button of the device.
To start the firmware process, you must click the “Download” button.
After the update is completed, disconnect the phone from the USB cable and reboot it (several times if necessary).

As you can see, everything is quite simple.

In conclusion

Many users of phones running Android OS sooner or later wonder about changing the firmware, since the original one becomes outdated, which affects the overall performance of the phone. At the same time, system interruptions very often occur, which is especially important for Chinese phones. However, for various reasons, not everyone wants to go to a service center, preferring to reflash their smartphone themselves. In this article we have given many illustrative examples. this process. We think you found it interesting.