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My experience unbricking a Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G China

My experience unbricking a Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G (China)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro (China) is an Android 11 device powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset. In this case, the device was bricked due to cross-flashing then accidentally relocking the bootloader in the process. It was stuck in BROM Mode (MTK USB Port). I also suspect that the Global firmware flashed was […]

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How to force a Mediatek device into BROM mode

One challenge you might face when using the Mediatek bypass utility or MTKclient is getting your device into BROM mode. This is synonymous with detection as Mediatek USB Port or MTK USB Port. Different devices have different button combos so I’m assuming you’ve tried all but failed still. Booting into BROM ideally The combo varies

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Mediatek-FRP-Bypass-file

Flashing frp.bin to bypass Factory Reset Protection, is it really wise?

Factory Reset Protection (FRP) has been one issue plaguing more Mediatek devices since Lollipop. We’ve dedicated a thread to bypassing FRP on Mediatek devices and it features several methods which are helpful in unique scenarios. One method however seems to be on the rise, flashing an frp.bin. While this method seems convenient, its not sustainable.

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How to easily update Infinix Hot 4 X557 to Nougat with Tcard or SP Flash Tool

Infinix Hot 4 (X557) gets Android 7 (Nougat) update, here’s how you can update yours using Tcard or SP Flash Tool

The Infinix Hot 4 (X557) has received an Android 7.0 (Nougat) update. If you wish to update your Hot 4 from Marshmallow (Android 6) to Nougat (Android 7) then here’s a checklist before you go ahead: Check your phone’s current Build Number under Settings > About > Build Number and write it somewhere safe; you might

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How to install OTA update on a rooted Android phone

Choosing the appropriate root technique for your Mediatek or Spreadtrum Android phone, especially if you intend to install future OTA updates

Rooting -for me- is very crucial. I can’t imagine using an Android phone without it. A good number of others have caught this bug but begin regretting having rooted when there’s an OTA update available. Incase you’re wondering why, Root + OTA update = Brick Its quite easy to unroot a Mediatek Android phone and

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