HTC One M7 owners have only one desire, to test Android Lollipop on their smartphones! However, upgrading to the latest version of the Google system is dependent on the manufacturer’s goodwill, and the wait time can quickly become endless. Luckily for you, there is a solution, like the popular CyanogenMod here, which usually requires a custom ROM!
Indeed, the unofficial CM 12 port made by talented contributors to the XDA forums allows you to taste the delights of Lollipop on the first HTC One in version 5.0.1. Although unofficial, this version can be used daily, with the notable exception, according to testimonies collected. Bluetooth is still very unstable.
- also read : Android 5.1 already has a release date and a changelog!
Note also that these manipulations are not without risk. Remember to make a complete backup of all your documents. Neither Moyens I/O nor the author of this article can be held responsible for any damage done to your device.
Prerequisites
- download Latest version of unofficial CM12 on XDA for HTC One
- Download the latest version of Google Apps for Android Lollipop here
- Have you rooted your HTC One with Towelroot or any other method you prefer?
- You have unlocked your HTC One’s Bootloader
- If you have installed TWRP or another alternative recovery on your HTC One
- Do not use any encryption functions on his device
How to install Android Lollipop with CM12 on your HTC One M7
The procedure here is similar to any other install of a ROM. So regulars won’t be surprised by the different phases covered here.
- Restart your device like this: Recovery Mode.
- Start a full backup of your device then it will be too late.
- Execute Full Wipe, ie “system“, “Data“, “Hidden“, “Dalvik“.
- Optional ; Flash the boot.img file using Fastboot (only if you want to keep the S-ON state).
- see you later”To organise“, then in the folder where you saved Unofficial CM12.
- Select the ROM zip file and then flash it.
- When finished, select the same GApps.zip to flash.
- All that remains is to restart your device and wait until the HTC setup wizard appears on the screen.
then take advantage Many new features related to Android Lollipop, most hackers among you may want to root the device and customize other features of these friendly ROMs. But that’s another story whether you complete it or not.