Disable System Update (OTA) on T-Mobile OnePlus 8 (IN2017)?

[aznxwill]

Hello there,

I am wondering how to disable system updates in the T-Mobile version of the OnePlus 8 (IN2017)? I also have a OnePlus 8 (IN2015) - factory unlocked version and disabled system updates by freezing "System Update 2.2.3..." using Titanium Backup. However, I don't see this app in the IN2017 variant.

I prefer not to update my phone if it ain't broken

Thanks.

 

[LLStarks]

You don't want to block OTA. Critical 5G updates and security patches are included.

 

[aznxwill]

You don't want to block OTA. Critical 5G updates and security patches are included.

Your concern about 5G updates is understandable. I just want to disable OTA updates (and prevent accidental or forced updates) until I am ready. Also - I prefer not to update until I run into issues.

 

[grabber5.0]

Considering the calling issue some (many?) are having on T-Mobile, disabling updates isn't a bad idea if you haven't already updated to the current version. [emoji2357]

 

[Scott]

Hello there,

I am wondering how to disable system updates in the T-Mobile version of the OnePlus 8 (IN2017)? I also have a OnePlus 8 (IN2015) - factory unlocked version and disabled system updates by freezing "System Update 2.2.3..." using Titanium Backup. However, I don't see this app in the IN2017 variant.

I prefer not to update my phone if it ain't broken

Thanks.

You really dont need to freeze anything. Go to Developer Settings and disable automatic updates. That's it. Phone will not update unless you give it the Ok. If you get an update notice on the phone just hide it.

 

[Delta105RUS]

You really dont need to freeze anything. Go to Developer Settings and disable automatic updates. That's it. Phone will not update unless you give it the Ok. If you get an update notice on the phone just hide it.

Hi, I've got a OnePlus 7T, and past version 10.0.13 I've had numerous issues. I've tried blocking updates in the developer settings, but it still updated. I need to find another way to block updates on either global or T-Mobile firmware.

 

[Luisferaa]

I'm in the same problem, someone can help?

 

[odilatinam]

I just posted my findings https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/t-mobile-op7t-11-0-1-2-update.1433526/page-2#post-23345016

What I did to avoid upgrades after downgrading again and it seems to work: https://community.t-mobile.com/android-9/forced-updates-why-13470?postid=119106#post119106
Unplug and set battery saver on
Google Play Store set to not auto update apps

I didn't plug in my phone until 4am, so the battery saver prevented an upgrade. I have changed additional settings since plugging it in, and I think it will work because the notification says "System update paused To continue, connect to Wi-Fi":
No sim card
Wi-Fi network set to metered
Removed all permissions I could for Google Play services app
Turning off Unrestricted data usage and turning on Disabled Wi-Fi and Disabled data usage for the Google Play services app (if you have a sim card with data, you may need to turn off Background data)
Not allowing Google Play services app to modify system settings

 

[sjgoel]

---- wrong thread ----

 

[aznxwill]

It seems the "Battery Saver" setting with metered connection will stop the system update.

I tried tinkering with the other settings mentioned like removing permissions from Google play services (as suggested above), but those alone did not work. Only "Battery Saver" and metered connection (WIFI) seem to work at the moment. However, I did notice Battery Saver gets turned off when the phone is plugged in, so if you're connected to the internet, then it might force the update unless you're connected to metered wifi.

I'm currently testing another approach, which I'll share below.

1. Launch terminal app like Terminal Emulator (from Play store).
2. type 'su', then enter
3. type 'pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateActivity', then enter
4. The system update tab is gone

I'll leave my phone charged overnight with WIFI and see if the phone force updates after applying above.

UPDATE: Seems disabling updates did not work.

 

[SUPERUSER]

It seems the "Battery Saver" setting with metered connection will stop the system update.

I tried tinkering with the other settings mentioned like removing permissions from Google play services (as suggested above), but those alone did not work. Only "Battery Saver" and metered connection (WIFI) seem to work at the moment. However, I did notice Battery Saver gets turned off when the phone is plugged in, so if you're connected to the internet, then it might force the update unless you're connected to metered wifi.

I'm currently testing another approach, which I'll share below.

1. Launch terminal app like Terminal Emulator (from Play store).
2. type 'su', then enter
3. type 'pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateActivity', then enter
4. The system update tab is gone

I'll leave my phone charged overnight with WIFI and see if the phone force updates after applying above.

UPDATE: Seems disabling updates did not work.

Thanks, I will see if this will stop playstore prompt of an system update.

I have used 'su -c pm disable com.oneplus.opbackup' for almost a year now but started getting these new prompts from playstore just a few weeks ago

 

[SUPERUSER]

I can confirm it didn't work.
I got a new prompt from playstore ....fkn annoying!...make me want to abandon stock rom for custom

other cases where the same notification appears
https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/im9umr

Help - Permanently hide update OS notifications

I have a Google Pixel 3XL running Android 10 that is rooted and it runs fine. However, about once every other week, I see a notification that reads "Install update to keep device secure. Your system is xxx days out of date..." What is annoying about this notification is that it cannot simply be...

androidforums.com

 

[awdrifter]

Thanks, I will see if this will stop playstore prompt of an system update.

I have used 'su -c pm disable com.oneplus.opbackup' for almost a year now but started getting these new prompts from playstore just a few weeks ago

Same here. I froze the System Updater app and I'm still getting these update notification nag from Google Play Services. We Mex to find a way to disable these. I wonder if a modded Google Play Store would already have these disabled.

 

[kolt54321]

Considering the calling issue some (many?) are having on T-Mobile, disabling updates isn't a bad idea if you haven't already updated to the current version. [emoji2357]

Exactly, A11 is a wreck on OP8. Anyone have any success since or should we assume people on the T-Mobile variant must flash global to keep their battery life?

 

[aznxwill]

The only thing that is working for me is freezing google play store + google play services.

I unfreeze google play store when I need to install apps or update apps.

 

[SUPERUSER]

I pressed restart at that prompt and the whole FKKN PHONE UPDATED TO OXYGEN 11!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What the FGOK WHY!?!?!?!?

Can you not get rid of these prompts!?

 

[FoxyDrew]

I pressed restart at that prompt and the whole FKKN PHONE UPDATED TO OXYGEN 11!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What the FGOK WHY!?!?!?!?

Can you not get rid of these prompts!?

Only way to stop system updates automatically (the toggle in Dev settings doesn't do anything lol) is to freeze/disable Google Play Services.

You can MSM back to OOS10 and then freeze that app if you like. Can cause issues though. A lot of things rely on GPS.

 

[SUPERUSER]

Only way to stop system updates automatically (the toggle in Dev settings doesn't do anything lol) is to freeze/disable Google Play Services.

You can MSM back to OOS10 and then freeze that app if you like. Can cause issues though. A lot of things rely on GPS.

Yes. I have to do this early tomorrow morning, can't sit half way through the night with this.

Found another command

"Security update needed" popup threatens forced update

I just got the following pop-up on my H932, which threatens to download Pie on cell data if I don't accept the update soon. I have never seen that one before in my two years with this phone. I am on stock Oreo 20s, not rooted. Automatic system...

forum.xda-developers.com

pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.phone.PopupDialog

Any feedback on this?
I'm gonna try this and see what it does.
May as well do all three commands

su pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateActivity
su -c pm disable com.oneplus.opbackup
su pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.phone.PopupDialog

....edit
jesus f#k...OOS11 is a catastrophe, can't even watch a video without mx player crashing.
I..UGH. Keyboard can't justify a good enough rant.

 

[SUPERUSER]

Back on 10.
I have a full template step by step divided in folder structured, step 1 - 10 to do this so its cake doing it.

Included a whole bunch of services to disabled in addition to the one in developer options.
I dont have high hopes but let see.

su -c pm disable com.oneplus.opbackup
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateActivity
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.phone.PopupDialog
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateActivity
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateService
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateService$ActiveReceiver
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateService$Receiver
pm disable com.google.android.gms/.update.SystemUpdateService$SecretCodeReceiver

 

[sturner1254]

hopefully somebody figures this out. im tired of a non working phone. reverted to android 10. works great next morning android 11 back on phone. had everything i could find turned off. bah...