Alcatel One Touch Pixi 3 Thread [ROOT][RECOVERY][ROMS]

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Does anyone have the stock rom for the Alcatel Pixi 3? I have the 3.5 model, and it's stuck in a bootloop. Can't get out of it, and can only get to recovery. Annoyingly it won't even go into ADB.

I rooted it, removed the wrong app and screwed it up.

Any ideas to get it back to normal?
 
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Does anyone have the stock rom for the Alcatel Pixi 3? I have the 3.5 model, and it's stuck in a bootloop. Can't get out of it, and can only get to recovery. Annoyingly it won't even go into ADB.

I rooted it, removed the wrong app and screwed it up.

Any ideas to get it back to normal?

Have you tried the Mobile Upgrade S software from the Alcatel site? If not, I have no doubt someone on this forum topic has posted the stock ROM somewhere.

By the way, do you recall which app you removed that caused it to softbrick? Sometimes, if you muck with the build.prop file or other delicate files or apps in the Custpack folder, this can cause a bootloop. In this case, you do NOT need to flash the entire ROM...just the stock CUSTPACK partition and you're back in business. I've had this happen several times with various Alcatels.

Angelo

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Does anyone have the stock rom for the Alcatel Pixi 3? I have the 3.5 model, and it's stuck in a bootloop. Can't get out of it, and can only get to recovery. Annoyingly it won't even go into ADB.

I rooted it, removed the wrong app and screwed it up.

Any ideas to get it back to normal?

I will post the link for the stock rom in a while but it's for the (4) model so i don't know if it will work but what @CVAngelo said should and most of the time work when you have a bootloop. Hope you get through :fingers-crossed:
 
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Stock ROM Pixi 3(4) KK (3G MODEL)

I know this thread hasn't been uploading much concerning ROMS but i'm busy with other stuff. I hope this phone will get some developers who can port ROMS. :D

Anyhow I found a link to the Stock ROM for this phone and everything works. It is fluid also :laugh: Flash using CTR recovery. I will try to get some screenshots with the Rom.

Features

- Pre-rooted
- Odexed
- Removed Bloatware and other apps
- 4.4.2 Kitkat

Link Stock ROM

MEGA

Google Drive

Installation

- Wipe Data/Factory reset
- Wipe Dalvik/ART cache
- Wipe Cache
- Optional Wipe System

Screenshots

0KhTO27.png


P9brz1s.png



StLhyL8.png


FyO8BSo.png



CTR Recovery

Here

Note: Touch for CTR does not work but everything else does. Use volume keys and power button to navigate
 
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Thank you, root and recovery works well :)
Is there any custom rom for this phone, everyone post link if know, thanks

LE: ok, isn't custom rom, wait for some screenshots with stock rom :)
can be flash with CWM too?

Sadly no, because cwm doesn't support custpack partition.
 

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fhash ok, fhone start normaly, everything was ok for a while and afther install some google apps like crome and oher i receive permanently this message, status bar stop working, and nothing work, i have a backup in cwm, but if i restore phone dont start, i reflash the rom and problem persist...any ideea?
 

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fhash ok, fhone start normaly, everything was ok for a while and afther install some google apps like crome and oher i receive permanently this message, status bar stop working, and nothing work, i have a backup in cwm, but if i restore phone dont start, i reflash the rom and problem persist...any ideea?

Before you flashed the ROM, did you factory reset, then clear & reformat the cache, and clear the dalvik cache?

After flash, did you factory reset?

Finally, try disabling the Face Unlock system app before you install the various Google apps. It's reported to cause this Status Bar issue on some phones. (Uninstall Facebook also...it could be cause of this problem on some phones too, in rare cases).

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Ok, problem whit status bar crash comes when i change language to romanian, i will test it in othrer language
Q: How can i flash original rom on it? Thanks.

Hmmm, i will flash the stock ROM today and see if i get those errors and report back.

You can flash the original ROM by going to this link here and downloading the Mobile Upgrade S 4.3.0 and installing it. Then follow the instruction from tool.
 

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Is work for alcatel pixi 3 4.5?

Yes it should unless you have the Qualcomm version to the Pixi 3 (4.5). If you flash and the screen resolution looks a bit different you can easily change by setting your resolution in build.prop using the code below.

Code:
ro.sf.lcd_density=240
 

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    KINDLY READ THIS FIRST POST BEFORE PROCEEDING TO DO ANYTHING TO YOUR PHONE. I WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING THAT HAPPENS IF YOU DISREGARD THIS!!

    I'll advise anyone thinking of modifying their phone to first make a backup with SmartPhoneFlashTool (SPFT).
    It's the best way to backup and restore your stock ROM (if you want OTA updates ;) ).
    You should make this backup before even rooting your phone. If you rooted, then unroot it and make the backup with SPFT.


    Link to make a backup with SPFT- https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-526.html

    We're good? Sure we're good? Made your backup? Then proceed below to reap the benefits of rooting and custom ROMs.

    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-3.5
    Root- Here or here
    Recovery- Here | TWRP 2.8.7.0 & TWRP 3.0
    ROMs- Here
    Mobile Upgrade Tool
    Remote phone on PC - Here - thanks to @LESHIY_ODESSA


    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4 (3G MODEL)
    Root- Here or here
    Recovery- Here | TWRP 2.8.7.0 & TWRP 3.0
    ROMs- Here or Faustino's Blog
    Mobile Upgrade Tool


    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 (3G MODEL)
    Root- Here or here
    Recovery- Here | TWRP 2.8.7.0 & TWRP 3.0
    ROMs- Here
    Mobile Upgrade Tool

    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 (4G MODEL)
    Root- Here or here
    Recovery- Here | TWRP 3.0.0-0
    ROMs- Here | Here ROM tweaks
    Mobile Upgrade Tool
    Linux script to extract partition images from SPFT ROM_0 Readback credit to @kenny108

    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 (4G MODEL/MSM8909/5017B)
    Root- Kingroot (PC or apk will work)
    Recovery-
    ROMs- Stock images

    Alcatel OT Pixi 3- 7/8/10 (Tablet)
    Root - Here and here
    Pixi 3 (8) TWRP- Here thanks to @dam85
    Pixi 3 (10) TWRP - Here | CTR 5.7

    Useful Links
    Official FB support group (I recommend using chrome for translation because it's in spanish.)
    Mediatek Preloader Drivers (Win 7/8/8.1)
    Mediatek Preloader Drivers Win 10 32 & 64 bit
    ADB Driver
    ADB access anywhere
    MTK Droid Tools
    SP Flash Tool
    SP Flash Tool MOD (Gets rid of most errors)
    Generate scatter file
    Create backup with SPFT
    SP Flash Tool ROM Flashing Guide
    ROM Porting Guide -thanks to @1966zippy
    Fix bugs -thanks to @ZonaRMR
    Unbrick using write memory
    Backup IMEI/NVRAM with MTK Droid Tools
    Flash recovery using write memory

    Kernel Source Code
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4 - Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 3G- Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 4G- Here

    Device Tree
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-3.5 - Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4 3G - Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 3G - Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-4.5 4G - Here
    Alcatel OT Pixi 3-10 Wifi - Here

    Custom Recovery Source Code
    TWRP Source Code -Here (6.0 Branch)
    CTR 3.3 Source Code -Here
    CTR 5.7 for Lollipop and Marshmallow ONLY Source Code -Here

    Credits
    All the devs and modders and contributors..too much to mention :)
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    ROMs Pixi 3 (3.5) (4) (4.5) (3G/4G)

    Code:
    /*
     * Your warranty is now void.
     *
     * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
     * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
     * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
     * before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
     * you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
    */



    ROMs list

    Be careful how you use these SPFT ROMs.

    SPFT Stock ROM- Pixi 3-3.5 (4009X) | Pixi 3-4 (4013D) | Pixi 3-4.5 (3G) (4027D) | Pixi 3-4.5 (4G) (5017X) | Pixi 3 10" (8079)

    FULL Stock- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    Debloated Stock- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    Cyanogenmod 12.1- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5 | Pixi 3 (4.5) 4G

    Galaxy S6 - Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    MysticOS V7- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    MIUI V7- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3 4.5

    AOSP MATERIAL- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    AOSP- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    EXODUS 5.1- Pixi 3-3.5 | Pixi 3-4 | Pixi 3-4.5

    Carbon ROM - Pixi 3-4.5 (4028)

    CyanogenMOD 14.1 - Pixi 3 (4.5) 4G (5017)
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    How to root and recovery Pixi 3 (4) 3G

    Yesterday i ported a clockworkmod recovery from the Alcatel Pop D3 to this phone so root is now possible :laugh:.

    DISCLAIMER:
    Rooting your phone and using custom Recoveries and ROM's have risks and may result in bricking your device, and has nothing to do with Google or the device manufacturers. In case of any mishap I am not responsible if you brick/ruin your phone in any way.
    Basic computer skills are required and minimal knowledge about the phone and phone utilities also.
    Make sure that whatever you do, you are doing it at your own responsibility.


    Requirements:

    - PC running Windows 7/8/8.1/10
    - USB cable
    - CTR recovery


    Instructions:

    1. Download the attached Kingroot.apk and send it to your phone's storage. If the kingroot.apk does not work for you , try the PC version you may have a better chance of rooting using that. Link here

    2. Install kingroot and make sure there is a working internet connection.

    3. Click on root and there you go. Root access for Alcatel One Touch Pixi 3(4). :D

    4. Or if you already have a custom recovery you can flash Update-SuperSu.zip. :laugh: SuperSu link here


    Flashing Recovery:


    1. Download and install Flashify or Rashr from Google Play.

    2. Download the attached recovery.img and place on your sdcard( you should rename it the recovery to recovery.img).

    3. Flash the recovery.img using Flashify or Rashr and enjoy. :laugh:

    Easier root method thanks to @erriezzans
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    [Cyanogenmod 12.1 ][LP 5.1.1] Pixi 3 (3G MODEL)

    Attention all Pixi 3(4) XDA members. CM12.1 LP is now available for download :laugh::laugh: It was ported by Getakgt1, Faustino L. Padill, klark231 (MT6572) and AL3XKOol for the base (MT6582). Erriezzans ported it to the Pixi 3 (4) and made it available for us. Thank him too. :cowboy:

    ROM IS NOT STABLE. IT IS A BETA VERSION. DO NOT EXPECT EVERYTHING TO BE WORKING. SEE BELOW FOR WHAT'S WORKING AND WHAT'S NOT.

    ANY BUGS PLEASE REPORT IN THREAD AND NO WHERE ELSE

    Note: Other Pixi 3 models like the 4013X/4003A etc may have to replace their firmware folder located in /system/etc/firmware from stock ROM in the downloaded ROM. Flash the respective Kernel Patch for those experiencing a white screen and Alcatel logo.

    This is purely Android 5.1 with Cyanogenmod features.

    You can read more here at this blog here. This is the host site for All Pixi 3 (4) ROMs, soon other versions.

    Code:
    /*
     * Your warranty is now void.
     *
     * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
     * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
     * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
     * before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
     * you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
    */

    Requirements
    • BACKUP! BACKUP! BACKUP! ROM BEFORE DOING ANYTHING ELSE
    • You must be rooted.
    • You must have a custom recovery installed (TWRP,CTR or Philz)
    • You must have experience flashing but if not, feel free to ask questions before flashing.
    • Patience as the ROM takes a while to boot
    • Backed up IMEI - See below

    Backup and Restore IMEIs
    • Download and install Chamelephon app from the attached files below. THIS IS TO BE DONE ON STOCK ROM.
    • Enter *#06# in the phone dialer and copy both number(s) (IMEI 1 and IMEI 2) to a piece of paper or computer.
    • After flashing the ROM, install the Chamelephon app again and open it.
    • Enter the number(s) you wrote down before (IMEI number) and apply new IMEI(s).
    • Reboot your device.

    Features
    • All Android Lollipop
    • All Cyanogenmod 12.1
    • Stable
    • Smooth
    • Root access with SuperSU
    • Everything works, no bugs. (for some models)
    • Bloatware removed
    • Camera enhanced 100%
    • Sounds excellent

    Working
    • Data Connection
    • SMS
    • Calls
    • Wifi
    • GPS/A-GPS
    • Sound (on some models)
    • Sensors

    Not working
    • Camera (for some models)
    • Vibration (for some models)

    Bugs
    • Google account syncing
    • Video can only record QVGA
    • Front speaker not working (for some models)
    • Vibration not working (for some models)
    • Application delay (also with custom launcher)
    • Calls only work with speaker
    • Wifi probs
    • Gallery force close

    Link to ROM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    Pixi 3-3.5
    CM 12.1*NEW

    Kernel Patch *NEW
    MEGA

    Resize Screen DPI to 160 (Flash in recovery)
    MEGA
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    Pixi 3-4
    CM 12.1*NEW
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    Pixi 3-4.5
    CM 12.1*NEW

    Kernel Patch *NEW
    MEGA
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    3G Connection Fix

    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    --------------------------------------------------------------------

    Gapps
    Download

    Installation

    • Place all files on your sdcard respective to your device model.
    • Boot into recovery using volume up + power buttons.
    • Wipe Data/Factory Reset, Wipe Cache.
    • Navigate using volume buttons to install zip.
    • Choose the CM12.1 ROM zip and flash.
    • After flashing the ROM, flash the Gapps immediately after.
    • Flash the 3G FIX after flashing Gapps.
    • Reboot system and enjoy.

    EXTRA INFO *Recommended Reading*
    • Head to sound recorder, go to options and where it says file type, select one that's not the default.
    • For the apps that appear in the application drawer, go to all applications and force close Trebuchet. If it is too tedious, install a new launcher.


    Big Thanks to:
    CREDITS:
    Cyanogenmod Team
    OMNI Team: (specially XpLoDWilD and Dr-Shadow).
    @fire855: For first bootable CM12.1.
    @DerTeufel1980: For GPS and SN inject.
    @axet: For his device tree base.
    @chrmhoffmann: For his RIL base.
    @mr-illusionist: For some help about mtk blobs.
    @ariafan: For help in several ways.
    @Santhosh M: For some help to boot my first build.
    @Al3XKOoL: His rom is the one i crossported
    @klark231 : For porting to MT6572
    @Faustino L. Padilla: Porting kernel, ramdisk, modify, edit, develop, test and fix any major bugs in the ROM. :highfive:
    @Gabriel Xtrem: For provide support to this forum and its devices.



    ROM OS Version: 5.1.x Lollipop
    ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
    Based On: CYANOGENMOD

    Version Information
    Status: Stable
    Stable Release Date: 2016-02-02
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    Stock ROM Pixi 3(4) KK (3G MODEL)

    I know this thread hasn't been uploading much concerning ROMS but i'm busy with other stuff. I hope this phone will get some developers who can port ROMS. :D

    Anyhow I found a link to the Stock ROM for this phone and everything works. It is fluid also :laugh: Flash using CTR recovery. I will try to get some screenshots with the Rom.

    Features

    - Pre-rooted
    - Odexed
    - Removed Bloatware and other apps
    - 4.4.2 Kitkat

    Link Stock ROM

    MEGA

    Google Drive

    Installation

    - Wipe Data/Factory reset
    - Wipe Dalvik/ART cache
    - Wipe Cache
    - Optional Wipe System

    Screenshots

    0KhTO27.png


    P9brz1s.png



    StLhyL8.png


    FyO8BSo.png



    CTR Recovery

    Here

    Note: Touch for CTR does not work but everything else does. Use volume keys and power button to navigate