"Peeling" a tablet or phone is a partial or complete loss of functionality by the gadget, in which not only the main menu of the device can stop functioning, but also the Recovery mode. A similar situation often happens when installing a non-working firmware, accidentally deleting system files, unsuccessfully obtaining the rights of the main administrator (root access) and in other similar cases.

Recovery methods

To restore an Android tablet from the "brick" state, you can do the following:

• contact the service center;
• perform resuscitation at home.

Next, we will consider the second option, since most of the procedures that will be offered to you in the service center can be done independently, while saving a considerable amount of money on the services of a master.

Reanimating the tablet through the standard Recovery menu

If the operating system is reset or the tablet hangs on Android logo, which means that not everything is so bad. You can restore a "brick" from such a state through the standard Recovery environment, which is integrated into all versions of the Android OS by default.

To perform the upcoming work, you need to have at hand a previously created backup of the tablet or a special zipped file with firmware, which can be downloaded via the Internet. When choosing a firmware, you need to look to make it compatible with your device.

Having successfully saved the required archive on the computer, it must be transferred to the tablet. To do this, a built-in memory card is removed from the gadget and connected to a PC through a card reader. The archive is then copied to the SD card in the root directory. The USB flash drive can be disconnected from the computer and connected to the tablet.

After everything is ready, you can proceed directly to resuscitation:

After confirming the above actions, the recovery of the tablet from the "brick" state will begin. After restarting the gadget, everything should work. The only problem is all the information previously stored in the device's memory ( installed applications with settings, notes, sms, etc.) will be lost forever. To prevent this, periodically make backups of your smartphones.(tablets) and for greater reliability, additionally save them on the hard disk of your computer.

Recovering "bricks" with CWM Recovery

CWM Recovery (Modrecovery) is a special program that is installed on the tablet instead of the standard Recovery environment. It goes well with most models of gadgets running on Android OS, and is irreplaceable assistant when reanimating the device from the "brick" state.

Installing CWM Recovery

You can install this program both through the standard Android menu and using a personal computer. The first option will not work for us, since the "brick" does not allow us to install anything.

To install Modrecovery you must:

1. Install drivers for your tablet on your computer. To find out which driver is needed, you can connect the gadget to the PC, then go to the "Device Manager" and see the necessary information. After that, the device must be disconnected from the PC.
   
2. Get the SP Flash Tool. This is a special program that allows you to install custom Recovery on your tablet or phone with Android OS.
3. Download the recovery-clockwork.img file to your PC, which contains all the information necessary for installing CWM Recovery. For each gadget model, there is a specific version of this program. This should be taken into account when looking for a suitable file. For some devices, there is both a classic and a touch modification of Modrecovery. Choose the one you like best.
4. Unzip the downloaded file.
5. Run SP Flash Tool.
6. In the main window, click "Scatter Loading", then specify the path to the unzipped Modrecovery.
7. Uncheck the boxes in front of all items except RECOVERY, and then click on Download.
   
8. Connect your tablet to your computer. Attention! Until that time, it must be disconnected from the PC.
9. The automatic installation of the CWM Recovery software will begin. Upon completion, a green circle will appear on the computer.
   
10. Disconnect the device from the PC.

After completing the installation of Modrecovery, you can proceed directly to restoring the gadget from the "brick" state.

Surely many owners of devices operating on the Android platform have heard about the problem of "oskirpichivaniya" smartphone. And some inexperienced experimenters are familiar with this situation firsthand. What to do in this case? How to get Android out of the "brick" state? We will try to answer these questions in today's article.

Just don't panic and fall on the fifth point - the worst has already happened, therefore, let's calmly figure out first what it means to "turn" the device. We are talking about the complete (maybe partial) loss of the gadget's performance as a result of careless intervention in the operating system or incorrect actions in relation to software.

The main signs of the state of Android "brick"

• Inability to turn on the device.
• There is no reaction to buttons (physical and on-screen).
• The system constantly gives an error reporting problems with the built-in or RAM.
• When turning on the device, an error appears that it is not possible to load the Android operating system.
• Other.

In this case, an ordinary user, in a semi-faint state, will carry his Android to the service center where, realizing that a sweet pie has come, they will include a far from democratic account for banal manipulations.

Reasons for "oskirpichivaniya" tablet or smartphone

The first and, alas, the most common one is an unsuccessful flashing. Sometimes an inexperienced user is suddenly tired of his operating system and, after reading information from wherever possible, he decides to start software upgrading of his device. And now the download of the latest and most fashionable firmware is already starting from what source I don’t understand. The result, in general, is predictable - from an imbalance in the system to a complete failure in work.

Conclusion - do not try to reinstall the operating system unnecessarily, and if you decide, then do it from trusted and trustworthy sources.

The second reason is some kind of failure during the flashing procedure, i.e. interrupted process. For example, they did not pay attention to the battery charge of their device, which ran out at the most inopportune moment (wireless installation method). Make a conclusion yourself.

Cases are not uncommon - a rollback to the factory software after installing a custom firmware.

Various "enhancers" designed to increase performance, transfer speed, etc., forced stop of some system applications, even a seemingly harmless installation new topic- all these are factors that can bring your gadget to a coma.

How to fix the situation

Standard methods:

The first way- we do hard reset(factory reset) via recovery menu(recovery menu). Our actions:

Turn off the device completely, i.e. take out the battery for a couple of minutes and install it again. Then we hold down and hold the volume key (usually to increase, but on some devices there may be a decrease). Now you need to press the "home" (or power-on) key and hold three keys until the "recovery" mode starts. In the menu that appears on the display, select (with the volume rocker) the line “ Wipe Data / Factory Reset»:

We are waiting for the system to finish the reset process and reboot.

Second way- we try to get into recovery mode and flash from there (much safer than using all kinds of software):

And choose wipe dаta / fаctory reset(see above) to delete the data. Then you need to choose wipe cаche pаrtition... This is necessary in order to erase the section in this case. cache... Now we are trying to put our operating system through install zip frоm sdcаrd... To do this, select the archive with the firmware and confirm our choice

To reflash, go to the office. the website of the manufacturer of your device. Find official version your Android model and follow the instructions.

It is possible that your device does not react to anything at all, including buttons. In this case, you can enter the recovery using USB JIG... A penny gadget, but if you can't find it, here's a video for the handy ones:

The third way- We are trying to connect our device to another computer via USB, or replace the cable itself, and then "reflash" The fact is that there may have been a lack of power from the PC power supply for the firmware procedure (this, by the way, is a common reason for Android "turning").

Fourth way- restoration of "brick" Android using FlashTool(video):

That, perhaps, is all on the topic. If you had a successful experience in resuscitating your device, please share it.

To the initial state, you can use the firmware reset code. When using it, all data that is and is not part of the firmware will be erased. You can find out the code by contacting the representative of your manufacturer. Find it on the official website. Provide your IMEI, then enter the received code.

Download the firmware and install the flashing software. You can find these components on the fan sites of your phone manufacturer. Install only the one firmware, which is designated as factory. Make sure your phone battery is fully charged. Never disconnect the phone before the message about the completion of the software update appears. Do not use your phone or turn off your computer until the operation is complete. Try to use only the software that you have, otherwise it is advisable to contact a specialized cellular repair service.

Sources:

• How to get the "old" Android firmware back?

Refreshing the phone's standard firmware allows you to get rid of problems with the functioning of the software, various freezes and malfunctions of the device. In this case, after resetting the settings (Hard Reset), the firmware of the device will return to its original state, in which it was installed by the manufacturer.

Android

Resetting an Android phone to the factory firmware is performed using the appropriate setting in the phone's menu or by using a key combination (if it is not possible to turn on the phone). To reset the firmware of the switched on phone, go to the "" menu of the device. Then click "About device" and select "Factory data reset". The name of the menu items for invoking the reset operation may vary depending on the version of the operating system of the device and the manufacturer that made changes to the standard firmware. If necessary, enter the security code to reset the software, and then confirm the operation.

If you want to return your phone to the factory state if you cannot full launch, hold down the phone key combination, which can be described in the instructions for using the device, on specialized forums or on the official website of the device manufacturer in the section of technical documentation. Most phones reset their operating system and return to factory settings when using a combination of the unlock (power) keys, menu and volume down buttons. It is worth noting that some phones use the volume up key to reset the settings. In this case, the power button can be released after starting the smartphone, and the volume and menu keys should be held down for a few more seconds before the formatting process begins.

You can also use the corresponding menu item to reset iPhone settings. To do this, go to "Settings" - "General" - "Reset" - "Delete all content and settings". Confirm the operation twice and wait for the phone to return to its factory state.

You can also reset your device using iTunes. Connect your phone to your computer and open iTunes. After that, select the name of the device in the upper right corner of the program. In the "Browse" section, click on the "Restore" button. Remember that resetting the firmware will result in the loss of all saved settings and data, and therefore it is recommended to make a backup before performing the operation.

Windows Phone

Resetting the firmware of a Windows Phone is also performed using the corresponding function, which is available in the settings of the device. Click "Settings" and go to the "Device Information" section, then select "Factory data reset". Confirm the operation twice and wait for the formatting completion notification to appear.

Some models Windows phones Phone can be returned to factory settings without having to turn on the device. To do this, hold down the volume down button at the same time as the power key. Release the power button. After you see the phone logo, release the volume down key. Then press the volume up, volume down, power, and then volume down buttons in sequence. After that, wait until the settings are reset and the corresponding notification appears on the screen.

There are cases when, after trying to install custom firmware on Android, unlock Superuser rights (root access) or delete system data, the device stops functioning. This manifests itself in the impossibility of logging into the system of the mobile device and even loading the Recovery environment. This state of the phone or tablet is popularly called "brick".

No matter how serious the problem of "oskirpichivaniya" may seem, in most cases it is possible to reanimate the gadget at home. Let's consider how to restore Android if it has turned into a "brick".

There are three effective method Android recovery if they lose their working capacity:

• using the standard recovery environment;
• through custom Recovery;
• through a computer and special software.

Which method to use directly depends on the state of the system on the device.

If, when trying to enter the working area of ​​the device, there are constant reboots or the phone hangs on the system logo, but the Recovery environment works, then you are in luck, since you can restore the Android firmware through it. This requires:

After rebooting, the factory settings should appear on the smartphone. If Hard Reset did not help fix the problem, we try to reanimate Android after unsuccessful firmware using a previously created system backup or a file with firmware downloaded from the Internet.

To restore Android from a previously created backup, you need to do the following:

If you have not taken care of creating a return point in advance, then you can return the work to Android on a tablet or smartphone using the downloaded firmware. In this case, we animate the gadget as follows:

After it was possible to restore the "brick" of Android, the downloaded file can be deleted.

If the "oskirpichivanie" led to the rally not only of the operating system, but also of the standard Recovery, then you can restore the system using a custom resuscitation environment - the CWM Recovery program.

Before restoring the "brick" on Android, you need to install Modrkaveri on the problem device:

The installation of CWM Recovery will begin, after which the smartphone can be disconnected from the computer and proceed directly to resuscitation:

After completing these steps and rebooting, the phone (tablet) should work.

Reanimation of the "brick" through a PC and special software

Considering how to restore Android after "oskirpichivaniya", it is worth noting the specialized software developed individually for each manufacturer of mobile devices. So, the FlashTool recovery program is used for Sony and some other brands gadgets, and Odin is used for Samsung.

Let's return the functionality to the "brick" using Odin:

The process of automatic system recovery will begin, after which you will be able to enjoy your working device again.

Android turned into a brick: device recovery methods

Oakirpichivanie is a complete or partial loss of performance Android device... Not a single user flashing a gadget on his own is immune to the transformation of a smart phone into a meaningless "brick", so the question of how to perform recovery at home arises in various forums quite often.

If the smartphone is constantly reset during boot or the logo is spinning on the screen for 5-10 minutes, but the system does not start, then technically it is not a “brick” yet. Such a device can be quickly restored through the Recovery menu by flashing it again.

1. Turn off your phone.
2. Hold down the volume down key and press the power button to get to the Recovery menu.

You have two options - restore the backup, if you made one (this is one of the main requirements for firmware), or re-flash the phone. To start a backup, go to the "Backup and Restore" section and start restoring the previous state of the system.

For flashing, select the "Install zip from sdcard" section and specify the required operating system file. This method fixes errors that occur when the firmware is incomplete: for example, when the phone turns off while writing files.

The opposite situation - the firmware starts up, you cannot get into Recovery. This problem is even easier to fix: you can use the TWRP Manager, ROM Installer or ROM Manager applications to return the recovery console. After installation, these applications determine the model of the smartphone and independently download the required recovery.

If the listed applications did not cope with the task, find the instructions for installing the recovery console for your mobile device model.

Let's consider a more complicated option, when the smartphone actually turns into a "brick" - neither the system nor the Recovery menu starts up. It is also possible to restore it at home: for this you need to use the official firmware from the manufacturer. Let's take a look at the recovery procedure using a Samsung phone as an example:

1. Install on your computer latest version USB drivers from Samsung.
2. Install the latest version of the Odin app.
3. Download the official firmware for your model and country.
4. Turn off your smartphone. Turn it back on by holding down the Volume Down key and the Home button. Wait for the warning to appear (after about 5 seconds).
5. Put your phone into Odin mode by pressing the volume up key.
6. Connect your phone to your computer.
7. Launch Odin, click PDA and point to the tar.md5 file inside the firmware directory.
8. Start the firmware with the "Start" button and wait for the operation to complete.

Your "brick" will again become a workable device, returning to its original state.

This method is suitable for Sony phones, but can be applied to mobile devices from other manufacturers. You will need:

• The very "brick" that you want to restore.
• Official firmware in FTF format.
• Flashtool program installed on the computer with firmware drivers.

Before starting work, it is advisable to disable the antivirus and firewall in order to avoid incorrect operation of the Flashtool utility. In addition, when starting to restore the "brick", make sure that the phone is fully charged.

1. Turn off your phone.
2. Place the FTF firmware file in the C: \ Users \ Username \ .flashTool \ firmwares folder.
3. Run Flashtool (32 or 64-bit depending on the bitness of the OS).
4. Press the lightning bolt button.
5. Select "Flashmode".
6. Specify in the window the firmware you need, which you previously uploaded to the "firmwares" folder.

The recovery program will prepare the Android firmware and offer to connect the "brick" to the computer. Hold down the "Volume Down" key on the device and connect the phone to the computer.

The Flashtool program must identify the "brick" connected to the computer and run the firmware on it. If the restoration is successful, you will see the message “Flashing finished” at the end of the log. After that, you can disconnect the phone from the computer and turn it on - Android should start without errors.

Each manufacturer has its own utility for flashing, so it is better to look for instructions on how to restore a specific phone model that has turned into a "brick". If at home it is not possible to return the device to a working state, then it remains to contact the service center.

I have been using Android for a long time. From the first days of purchase, it flies like an airplane, but then it hangs and slows down. The article helped a lot. Thanks a lot to the authors. The phone is flying now.

The telephone is 2 years old, gradually became sooo much "blunt". . I tried to reflash the phone in the 1st way and it helped)

Tell me, will it fall for LG?

Good afternoon, yes, the instructions for LG are also suitable if your model is on Android.

for samsung galaxi i8552 win duos Flashtool is suitable

Brick Recovery Android

The loss of Android's performance on a smartphone or tablet, or the so-called oskirpichivaniya, occurs in the most different reasons... Most often, this is facilitated by the wrong firmware, which can turn an advanced phone into no one the brick you want... The question of whether it is possible to restore the gadget on their own is of interest to many users.

If, after the logo appears when you turn it on, the system does not start for several minutes or the boot is constantly dropped, then this is not a “brick” yet and all is not lost. To get the launch, you need to go to the Recovery menu from your smartphone and make a new flashing.

To do this, follow these steps:

If the gadget is turned on, you must turn it off. Hold down the key with which the volume and the power key are reduced. The Recovery menu opens, which offers 2 ways:

1. restore the backup (this is the main requirement for the firmware, if the phone was flashed, then the backup was also restored). The backup starts to run in the "Backupand Restore" section when you select the previous position of the system.
2. flashing - carried out by selecting the "Install zip fromsdcard" section, in which you need to specify the required operating system component. This option deals with the correction of incomplete recovery errors, which may arise, for example, due to the disconnection of the phone at the time of the file recording process.

Another situation may arise: when the firmware is launched, it is not possible to enter Recovery. This can be eliminated simply: the console is returned to fix the system by special applications TWRP Manager, ROM Manager or Installer. These applications are created to determine the model of the gadget and self-download all the necessary components to run a suitable Recovery.

If none of the above programs fixed the error, you can find instructions on how to download the recovery console for a specific brand of smartphone or tablet.

We have considered what can be done in case of incomplete loss of smartphone functionality. Now it's time to talk about how to restore a completely "dead" Android when nothing starts. It is not at all necessary to immediately go to the workshop; you can try to start the system at home using simple steps.

What to do, we will consider step by step:

1. Install the latest Samsung USB drivers on your computer.
2. Download and install the latest version of the Odin application.
3. Download licensed firmware that is suitable for a specific model and country.
4. Turn off the "brick", then press the key that reduces the sound and the "Home" key. After a few seconds, a warning will be displayed on the screen.
5. By pressing the button on the phone that increases the sound, switch it to Odin mode.
6. Connect the gadget to your computer.
7. Launch Odin, press PDA, in it designate the tar.md5 file in the firmware directory.
8. Press the “Start” button, start recovery, wait for the end of the operation.
9. Hurray, the "brick" is working!

This option is 100% applicable to Sony phones, however, devices from other brands can be restored in the same way.

• "Brick" Android;
• licensed firmware in FTF format;
• Flashtool program installed on a computer, firmware drivers for it;
• disabled antivirus, firewall, which can react to Flashtool as a virus component;
• charge your phone well enough to keep it from shutting down when you restore it.

Step-by-step instructions for recovery via Flashtool

Each manufacturer of gadgets based on Android OS has its own utility for flashing. If it happens that the phone or tablet turns into a “brick”, you should first of all choose the instructions for your model. If all the above attempts to restore the device have remained in vain, you should contact a professional workshop.

The result of incorrect actions when flashing a gadget can be "oskirpichivaniya" device. In this case, your smartphone turns into a piece of metal unable to turn on and is only suitable for driving nails.

Most situations of this type can be corrected with a computer, USB cable, and special utilities.

Actions with third-party shells (downloaded from the Internet) usually lead to an immediate loss of warranty. Therefore, the flashing will have to be ordered from unofficial masters, and this is expensive and unsafe. However, if Android does not turn on, the required renovation work can be done at home - using a PC and a program to install a modified version of the OS manually. The methods below will help you figure out how to restore your phone from a brick state.

Reasons for "oskirpichivaniya"

If after the firmware the phone does not turn on, does not respond to hardware buttons and does not charge, there are "symptoms" of oskirpichivaniya. In addition to the banal inexperience of the user, if he wants to upgrade his device, the following causes of problems can be distinguished:

• Operating system malfunction. It may even arise from "harmless" actions such as disabling system applications and installing various optimizers, accelerators and "garbage collectors" on a smartphone.
• An interrupted installation of an OS update or a forced shutdown of the gadget during the firmware process.
• Software updates, after which the smartphone does not even see the computer, and the screen does not turn on. Such cases are rare, but to be sure, be sure to wait 1-2 days before installing the downloaded file with updates. Even well-known manufacturers, for example, Samsung, make critical mistakes.

There are several ways to get your smartphone back up and running. Usually, a forced hard reset via Recovery or re-flashing using a PC helps.

Methods for flashing a non-working phone

Restoring your phone after an unsuccessful flashing won't take long if you have a computer and a USB cable at hand. You will have to download additional utilities, for example, for Samsung - this is the Odin program. Resetting the smartphone to the factory settings will help to reanimate the smartphone. How to flash Android if it does not turn on is written below.

Using a PC and programs for flashing

To restore your smartphone, first download the required file with the firmware itself to your computer. It can be either a standard OS for the device, installed from the factory, or a custom version. Download files only from trusted sites and forums.

Resuscitation using a computer

Using specialized software will help you quickly bring the device back to life. For different models phones, the corresponding programs have been developed - FlashTool, with which they restore the "bricks" of Sony and other brands, as well as Odin - a universal utility for Samsung. Let's look at the recovery process using Odin as an example:

1. Download and install the utility on your PC. Download a proven OS modification or pure Android.
2. Make sure your PSU has enough capacity for a normal installation. Open the program and connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable.
3. In the program window, specify the path to save the file with the required components by clicking on the three dots next to the PDA parameter. Click "Start".
4. Wait until the procedure is complete and turn on your smartphone - everything should work.

Using custom recovery

When a modification has been installed on a mobile phone that "killed" even the built-in Recovery, setting up a custom one will help. If the system won't start, use the following instruction:

1. Download the FlashTool utility from the official site.
2. Download the executable file for recovery. You can only use the version developed specifically for your device. It so happens that the most new version CWM recovery may not be available for your device - then use an older one.
3. Connect the brick to your PC and open FlashTool. In the Scatter Loading item, specify the path for the CWM executable file.
4. After the installation is complete, turn on the smartphone in recovery mode and install the firmware file by selecting the "Install ZIP from SdCard" option. Beforehand, it is worth doing a general reset using "Wipe data / Factory reset".

Returning the factory firmware

There are several ways to restore the performance of Android for different situations... If, after turning the phone into a brick, the desire to install modifications has disappeared, return the official software using all the same programs - FlashTool and Odin. The official files can be found on the forums, under the topic with your device.

How to avoid further errors when updating the system?

Some Android models may become unusable even without manipulation operating system... The fault will be the usual security or functionality update downloaded to the device automatically.

Disable automatic update and install security patches 1-2 days after the release - good decision for owners of devices with OS from Google.

Conclusion

Turning your phone into a brick is an unpleasant, but completely correctable situation that occurs when you do something wrong or fail to update. To fix the problem and return the gadget to life, you can use a computer and special software. If all else fails, the only solution is to take the device to a specialist.

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