By ordering Lenovo smartphone P780 from China, I wrote to the seller that I need Russian and the firmware on lenovo should not be Chinese. I thought that would be enough for him to understand. But the phone that came up upset me a little, since there were Chinese characters everywhere, although the Russian language was in the settings. Looking in Settings -> About phone -> Information about versions, I found out that the firmware on my lenovo is with the build number VIBEROM_V1.0_1347_3_ST_P780, by entering this into Google I found out that my p780 lenovo is installed official chinese firmware... Since this did not suit me, I began to look for information on how to reflash android on my own on LenovoP780 from Chinese to normal, non-Chinese version.

I re-flashed it for the first time, do not throw stones if you did something wrong 🙂 the main thing is that this is how I flashed my phone normally. I did not know how and how to flash an android from a computer, and so the first thing I did was to search the search engine for "Lenovo P780 firmware", "firmware for android from a computer", as well as "firmware for lenovo" and got to the site w3bsit3-dns.com. where I downloaded everything you need to reflash your phone. Opening the spoiler " Official firmware"I downloaded an archive with a note" for updating from a PC "called" Firmware for lenovo P780_ROW_S124_140403 4Gb for updating from a PC ". I did not download other archives, but I think the difference in them is only in the presence of the FlashTool program.

After downloading the archive with the firmware, you needed to install the drivers that can be downloaded from the links below:

When all the drivers are installed, go back to the archive with the firmware, unzip your archive with the firmware and in the SP_Flash_Tool folder, start the program itself by clicking on Flash_tool.exe. In the archive, if you downloaded the same as me, 4 folders: apdb, modemdb, SP_Flash_Tool_v3.1304.0.119 and target_bin.

After starting the program, in the Scatter-loadingFile field, select the MT6589_Android_scatter_emmc.txt file from the target_bin folder. Your name may not be exactly the same as mine, but I think you yourself will figure it out. Do not forget to check the DA DL All WIth Check box before starting the phone's firmware, otherwise it may install clumsily and may not even start at all, giving an error at the very beginning.

After all the previous steps have been completed, you can start flashing the phone. To do this, press Firmware-> Update, wait until the progress bars run and stop, and connect the phone to the USB cable. Do not forget to turn off your phone before connecting, as the phone must be turned off when flashing. After connecting the phone, all the drivers that we installed before will be installed.

If everything goes as it should, the installation will begin, as you can see from the filling progress bar. Successful completion will notify you with a green circle.After that, the phone can be disconnected from the computer and turned on. The first launch after flashing is long, do not worry about this, I did not time it, but it seems that I had one Lenovo screensaver for about 3 minutes. If your installation has not started, then I think you need to look towards the drivers. You can ask questions on this and another occasion on the forums http://lenovo-forums.ru and http://w3bsit3-dns.com

Updating or installing firmware fixes many operational problems Android devices a. During long-term operation, the system memory of mobile gadgets is clogged with residual files () ("casts" of previously loaded programs), malicious code() and other unnecessary data. All this leads to a decrease in the performance and speed of the processor and RAM. As a result, the smartphone (tablet) often starts to freeze and reboot on its own. And if factory reset() did not result in positive outcome, the user only needs to update the software himself. Let's take a look at how to reflash an Android phone.

Types of firmware and how to install them

Android firmware at home differs in many respects from the installation of the rest of the software. This process is more time consuming and associated with many risks. If you choose the wrong software version or break the update process, there is a possibility that your phone or tablet will turn into a useless "". However, having learned how much the flashing costs from professionals, many still decide to change the version. software on one's own.

There is no single instruction for flashing Android that would apply to all models of mobile devices. It all depends on the manufacturer of the device and what software is planned to be installed.

All Android firmware are divided into two types:

1. Official. Supplied directly by smartphone manufacturers and usually only fit a specific brand. Such programs are considered the most reliable, so they should be used whenever possible.
2. Unofficial (custom). Developed by users of Android devices and small firms. They are used when reinstalling Android on Chinese devices (for example, Lenovo, Meizu, Xiaomi, etc.).

When using custom software, there is a possibility of installing a low-quality update, as a result of which the gadget will start to slow down even more. Therefore, you need to download the executable file only after a detailed reading of its description and familiarization with user reviews.

There are several ways to change the firmware for Android:

Preparing for self-flashing

Before reinstalling the software on an Android device, you need to make a number of preparatory measures:

• download a software update program on your PC (Odin, Kies or SP Flash Tool and find a high-quality usb cable(if the reinstallation will take place using a computer);
• (if you plan to reinstall Android to an unofficial version);
• charge the battery of the gadget by 100%;

The functionality of the installed software largely depends on its version and build. To new firmware after a while did not start to conflict with the "hardware", you need to find out serial number mobile device:

We will consider a more detailed procedure for updating Android on a phone using the example of Samsung and Lenovo, although this instruction also suitable for many other brands.

Smartphone firmware from Samsung

The software update on Samsung devices is performed using the Kies program. This utility allows you not only to reflash your tablet or phone, but also to make backup old system, sync personal data with your PC, and much more.

Before changing the firmware to latest software, you need to set up Kies correctly. This is done as follows:

After configuring Kies, create a backup of the software available on your smartphone. This will allow you to restore the system in case of unsuccessful firmware. To backup Android via PC, select “ Backup», Mark the items that you want to save, and start the procedure by clicking the corresponding button.

After creating a backup, feel free to reflash your phone or tablet through your computer. To do this, in Kies, open the "Tools" section and activate the item marked in the figure, thereby starting the update process.

While the device is being stitched, under no circumstances disconnect it from the PC and do not perform other actions that may lead to a break in the connection.

After flashing the Android phone through a computer, check the performance of all its functions. If nothing fails, then the software update was successful.

Replacing the firmware on a Lenovo tablet via a PC

Before flashing a Lenovo tablet, you need to understand that there is no software developed specifically for this brand. Therefore, one has to be content with universal designs. One such application is SP Flash Tool... Let's consider how to update Lenovo software using this utility:

After you succeed in updating the firmware, check the functionality of all functions of the tablet.

Lenovo A328 mobile phone - optimal choice for connoisseurs of a combination of a good price and High Quality... It works reliably, handling a ton of daily tasks. At the same time, sometimes users have a need to reflash a given mobile device in order to make it work better.

Today we will tell you how to flash Lenovo a328 as quickly and conveniently as possible.

Algorithm of actions

1. Install on the computer the drivers that are needed to flash the phone:
   • Driver for extended operation of a smartphone with a PC (modem mode, USB debugging mode, etc.) -;
   • Special mode driver - driver for flashing a smartphone from a PC (autoinstaller) x86 / x64 -.
2. Turn off your mobile device and remove the battery from it.
3. Connect the gadget to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Open Device Manager on your computer.

1. Unzip the downloaded drivers and place them in a convenient place for you.
2. In Device Manager, a phone without a battery will be recognized as an undefined device.
3. We click on this device with the mouse, and then select in context menu"Update drivers".
4. The system will ask for the path to the drivers, and you will indicate the location where you unpacked the archive.
5. Immediately after the drivers for the smartphone are installed, it will be defined in the "Ports" category.
6. Disconnect the smartphone from the computer and turn off the gadget.
7. We download the archive containing the firmware files to the computer, further extracting them to the root directory of the C drive:
   • (965Mb).

1. Downloading the program with which the firmware will run.
2. Launch the Flash Tool.
3. In the window that appears, select the Scatter-loading option, getting into the folder where the firmware files are extracted. Next, select the firmware file.
4. At the very top of the window is the DA DL ALL WITH Cheksum option. Set a check mark opposite it.
5. Click on the Firmware button, then select Upgrade.
6. After completing the preparations, we connect the phone with the removed battery to the computer. The firmware process will start automatically.
7. We are waiting for the firmware to complete. When this happens, you will see a window titled "Download OK" on the screen.
8. We disconnect the phone from the computer, insert the battery and turn on the device.
9. We launch the smartphone, set the initial settings and check if it works normally.

If after installing the firmware drivers in the "Dispatcher" you see an incorrect display of the model name of the mobile device, then do not worry. This is permissible and completely normal.

If it so happens that you do not have time to click on the device in the "Task Manager", then it will be enough to disconnect it and reconnect it.

Do not forget that before starting the software update, the battery charge must be at least one third of the total. Ideally, it will have a fully charged battery.

In case you do not observe the start of the phone's firmware procedure after connecting it to the computer, we recommend making sure that the charging indication is present on the screen. If it is not there, then remove the cable from the phone, and after 30 seconds plug it back in.

Lenovo is currently ranked fourth in the world's top five PC manufacturers. The company's arsenal includes desktop PCs, laptops, mobile phones, smartphones, netbooks and even servers, monitors, tablets, video cards. And this despite such additions to all of the above, such as mice, keyboards, memory modules, optical drives, power supplies, software and accessories, as well as covers, bags for laptops. The breadth of the company's portfolio is impressive, and filling the consumer market with Lenovo's electronics requires significant support. A specialized Lenovo service center carries out it in many cities, especially in the large centers of the country.

Today there is a rather widespread tendency to go not to specialized service centers, but to little-known "but very understanding" repairmen of equipment. When making such a choice, it is worth understanding that the Lenovo service center is directly engaged exclusively in this type of technology and electronics and one hundred percent knows the intricacies of this particular company. Moreover, Lenovo Service Center has the ability to cooperate promptly with other specialized companies that supply the necessary genuine parts for Lenovo technology.

It is worth noting that most of the gadgets that are produced by this company have a wide range of non-standard and unique parts that can be found in few places. it known issue Lenovo devices, but everything is decided thanks to specialists. Only Lenovo service center is able to get such necessary parts for a laptop as, for example, a matrix or original lamps for backlighting. In any case, if you have any problems with the electronics of this company, you should contact the Lenovo service center, and here's why:

1. Only specialists can guarantee the quality of the work performed, with a complete diagnosis and with the determination of the exact cause of the problem.

2. Exclusively in the Lenovo service center, if necessary, you will be offered to replace a non-working part with an original one. You can get an original part only by ordering it somewhere in advance, or from another phone, but in the center it comes directly as soon as possible.

3. Lenovo service centers service all the company's equipment, as they have selected and trained specialists directly for Lenovo service.

4. After purchasing one or another Lenovo gadget, the buyer purchases a warranty card or check, with which you can get free service. This service is provided exclusively at the Lenovo service center. This right is lost if the device has already been opened before the service specialist.

5. Service of any product of Lenovo manufacturer can take place in any of the services after the end of the warranty period.

On the Lenovo Service Center website, you can check the list of gadgets that need repair and also see pricing policy(if the repair is not guaranteed) and the location of the nearest service department. Among them you will see services for the repair of tablets, laptops, netbooks, monoblocks at low prices. The foremen performing repair work not only replace parts, but also thoroughly understand the essence of the problem, doing everything possible to avoid a recurrence of the incident.

The Lenovo service center will offer you a wide range of repair services and determine the cause of the breakdown:

testing the entire system for breakdowns, the correct operation of all functions;
diagnostics of the gadget, including the operation of internal systems, heating, the operation of every part, which helps to accurately determine the cause of the breakdown, and also prevents new breakdowns of the device;
replacement of parts, including the matrix of an electronic device. The size of its diagonal is not important, since the Lenovo service center works directly with the company's suppliers;

repair of the matrix and other elements of equipment. Masters undertake repairs only after a thorough investigation and diagnosis of the problem, when the cause is found, and the repair solution becomes obvious to them;
complex repair of the entire device, which may be necessary in case of major breakdowns, for example, after a gadget has fallen from a great height, etc.

Repair of individual parts, not to mention a comprehensive repair, requires the intervention of a real professional, and given the originality and uniqueness of some of the company's electronics designs, only Lenovo service center can perform this work with high quality. In its daily work craftsmen regularly use high-class repair equipment, which allows them to perform the most delicate tasks. Among such working tools, mention should be made of:

specialized digital microscopes that allow accurate diagnostics;
soldering stations of BGA class;

the hardware and software complex necessary for the implementation of complete repair and diagnostics.
Moreover, each Lenovo service center offers even simpler services, for example, qualified consultations to customers who wish to purchase electronics and equipment from this manufacturer. The specialists at the center have experience working with many devices, as well as deep knowledge in each of them, therefore, consultations on the correct operation, use of individual functions of the device, etc. also provided directly by Lenovo service centers. Other offers include a change, software update for laptops, netbooks or stationary PCs.

Thus, the decision to use the services of the Lenovo service center is the most correct if your gadget began to work incorrectly, or if specific functions are not revoked, as well as in case of absolutely any problems or questions in the field of technology and electronic technology Lenovo company.

Recently, developers have been actively offering their users more and more updates for smartphones and other tablet devices. They can be installed through a firmware update. Unfortunately, despite all the positive aspects of the update, a new version systems are not to everyone's taste.

Sometimes after installing updates, unwanted effects appear or the device works worse than before. Therefore, the question arises how to return the old firmware.

It is important to understand that all actions that are carried out with mobile devices, smartphones or tablets can harm him, and all articles on this topic are for informational purposes only. It should also be noted that updating the firmware or downgrading to an older version may result in the loss of contacts or other information (optional) stored on the device.

If you have a question how to return an old firmware or install a new one, then you need to perform a number of simple operations.

• 0. We turn off the smartphone.
• 1. Install drivers for device firmware (you can download it here - clickable). This is done by connecting your smartphone to your computer.
• 2. Find the correct firmware version. It can be either new or old version... It is downloaded to your computer and unpacked. It is desirable to drive C: \ into the Firmware folder
  (firmware can be downloaded at)
• 3. Install SP Flash Tool. It allows you to download the firmware to your phone. Most often it is provided together with the firmware in one archive. We launch it.

3.a. Click on Download Agent and Scatter-loading File. Selecting the required files.

3.b. Don't forget to mark DA DL All With Check Sum

3.c. Click Firmware - Upgrade. If, suddenly, an error is displayed and the firmware does not start, then click Download.

3.d. We connect the smartphone to the computer and wait for the firmware download to finish.

• 4. Flash the phone using a computer. To do this, the device is turned off, the SP Flash Tool is launched, all fields are filled in. It is important to pay attention to the field DA DL All With Check Sum, there should be a check mark next to it. After that, we check all the fields again and click update.
• 5. Next, you need to connect the switched off phone to the computer.

If everything is done correctly, then colored stripes appear in the lower area of ​​the utility. They show how the firmware is uploaded. Upon successful completion of the update, a window with a green circle appears.

When it appears, disconnect the device from the computer and turn it on. The first download will take longer and may take up to 5 minutes. Don't touch your phone or try to turn it off. Remember that only the first download will take so long.

If you are not sure of something or do not know, then it is better to ask here or at 4pda. It is better to measure 100 times and cut off 1 times than to restore the smartphone later!