[ROM] EOL Ephemeral Mate 9 | B231 | ViPER | Kang Tools | Xposed | 10/19/2017

[Ephemera]

END OF LIFE
Flash this ROM at your own risk. I am not responsible for anything that happens to your device when flashing. Confirmed working on AL00. Tested on MHAL29C567.


The goal of this ROM is to rid of any unnecessary apps along with providing a complete Google experience. In the future this ROM will feature an AROMA installer but for now I am looking to squash bugs and make sure it's as smooth as possible.

Features:

Gboard
Huawei International Music App
Android O Emojis
Decrypted
Rooted
ViPER4Android
Call Recording
DT2W
AdAway
KangVIP Tools
Xposed Ready
Deodexed
Debloated
More to come/etc.

Noted Bugs:

-DT2W doesn't work
Test and let me know.

How to install:

Note: TWRP must be installed, see above for download link.
Note: This is for the AL00 variant, rebranding may be required for ROM to function.
Note: ROM will restart on initial boot, this is due to SuperSU patching the boot.img to prevent the filesystem from being encrypted. If it doesn't boot after the first restart hold power to restart it a second time, should boot without any issues.

1. Head on over to the downloads section and grab the latest version.
2. If you'd like to clean install (recommended) wipe data, cache, dalvik, and system.
3. Flash ROM file

Downloads:

ROM:
https://basketbuild.com/filedl/devs?dev=Ephemera&dl=Ephemera/Mate 9/EM9_B231_SIGNED.zip

TWRP:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120728726

Older Versions:
https://basketbuild.com/devs/Ephemera/Mate 9

Removed Apps:
https://basketbuild.com/filedl/devs?dev=Ephemera&dl=Ephemera/Mate 9/EM9_RemovedApps.zip

Please report any critical bugs you can find. If you have a request don't be afraid to ask.

If you like my work and would like to keep me going consider leaving a thanks or buying me a drink by clicking here.​

Thanks to:
@Tkkg1994 for TWRP

XDA:DevDB Information
Ephemeral Mate 9, ROM for the Huawei Mate 9

Contributors
Ephemera
ROM OS Version: 7.x Nougat
Based On: Stock

Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: B231
Stable Release Date: 2017-10-19

Created 2017-06-25
Last Updated 2018-02-04

 

[Ephemera]

FAQ:

Does it work on MHAL29--- ?
Some have reported success. Haven't seen any post saying it hasn't. Flash with a backup and a confirmed working ROM on a external SD Card. -Just to add rebranding may not be required but it is recommended.

If I rebrand do I have to unlock the bootloader and install TWRP again?
Yes. Most importantly when rebranding, you will LOSE all data on your internal storage.

Are the Google Apps preinstalled?
Yes, the core GApps are installed. PlayStore, etc.

What is Xposed Ready?
This means once Xposed is released for Nougat, all you'd have to do is flash it.

What is Decrytped?
This means force encryption is off. TWRP will be able to read all files. You can read more about it in the forums.

How do I flash the Removed Apps zips?
You don't. You take the folder/app you want and stick into app or priv-app then set permissions and reboot.

Can you add Galaxy/whatever other phone there is Apps, Launcher, etc.?
If you wanted a Galaxy, you should've bought a Galaxy phone.

Helpful Tips:

-If you're having trouble with notifications freeze Phone Manager. You'll lose the ability to track battery and data but it is a guaranteed fix. You can do so with an app like Ice Box.
-If you're having trouble removing chinese characters in notification panel or lockscreen go to Advanced Settings and turn off lunar status bar. Advanced Settings > Notification Settings > Show statusbar lunar.
-If you're having issues with Google Play make sure Google Services are NOT disabled. Go to Advanced Settings > More settings > Disable google services.

Workarounds:

-There's some stubborn bloat I'm having trouble removing (especially when installing on an AL00.) It causes no harm just remove them with a system app remover from the play store.

Changelog:

10/19/17:
-Added Xposed
-Change in script to remove bloat
-Playstore fix
-Updated to B231

7/16/17:
-Added HwVPlayer back
-Updater Script change in attempt to remove stubborn bloat
-Updated base to B225

6/25/17:
-Initial release

6/10/17:
-Initial build

​

 

[mofotrucker]

Downloading now...

 

[-Zork-]

Is it come with Google Apps and Gplay? Downloading

 

[albertobom]

Thanks Ephemera for your work. It's nice to see some love for this amazing device that everybody seems to ignore. I hope you can release a MHA-L29C432 version.

Keep up the good work friend.

 

[Ephemera]

Is it come with Google Apps and Gplay? Downloading

Yes. Comes with the core apps.

Thanks Ephemera for your work. It's nice to see some love for this amazing device that everybody seems to ignore. I hope you can release a MHA-L29C432 version.

Keep up the good work friend.

L29 variant probably won't come anytime soon if I'm honest.

 

[albertobom]

Yes. Comes with the core apps.



L29 variant probably won't come anytime soon if I'm honest.

OK I'll see how your work grows and maybe I rebrand my Mate and try it.

 

[flint777]

Hello Ephemera,

First, thanks for keeping up with mate 9 development. Just a question though... What do u mean by Xposed ready? Does it mean that I can install Xposed with this rom? If so, can u please detail the procedure?
Thanks

 

[5[Strogino]]

The goal of this ROM is to rid of any unnecessary apps along with providing a complete Google experience. In the future this ROM will feature an AROMA installer but for now I am looking to squash bugs and make sure its as smooth as possible.

Features:
Decrypted

What does this feature mean in case of custom ROM?

 

[volkan072]

Can this software be installed in this model mha-l29c185 ?

 

[Ephemera]

Hello Ephemera,

First, thanks for keeping up with mate 9 development. Just a question though... What do u mean by Xposed ready? Does it mean that I can install Xposed with this rom? If so, can u please detail the procedure?
Thanks

Since it's deodex once Xposed for Nougat is released it can just be flashed.

What does this feature mean in case of custom ROM?

It means the data partition is not encrypted. So TWRP can read all files.

Can this software be installed in this model mha-l29c185 ?

You would have to rebranded the device.

 

[mofotrucker]

Well so far so good... The only issue was Camara won't working and had the nfc turning off and on... Forced closed and stopped lol... Over all :svetius:

 

[riccardorossi64]

Hi @Ephemera , I'm on RomAur FW_B182 on my Mate 9 L09C432 (single sim)
Can I jump on Your ROM?
What means "yes but rebrand the device"?
Thanks and a big ciao

 

[ferry013]

Hi @Ephemera , I'm on RomAur FW_B182 on my Mate 9 L09C432 (single sim)
Can I jump on Your ROM?
What means "yes but rebrand the device"?
Thanks and a big ciao

??**??

same Q!!

 

[Ephemera]

Well so far so good... The only issue was Camara won't working and had the nfc turning off and on... Forced closed and stopped lol... Over all :svetius:

Variant? What version we're you on before flashing?

Hi @Ephemera , I'm on RomAur FW_B182 on my Mate 9 L09C432 (single sim)
Can I jump on Your ROM?
What means "yes but rebrand the device"?
Thanks and a big ciao

??**??

same Q!!

Rebranding your device changes the variant. For example the L29 and AL00 are practically identical hardware wise but their model number and software differs. You'd have to change your model and software to that of an AL00.

 

[IronSingh]

??**??

same Q!!

Rebrand it to AL00 which is the Chinese version

My favorite way is using https://funkyhuawei.club

If you want the here is free way

 

[riccardorossi64]

Variant? What version we're you on before flashing?

Rebranding your device changes the variant. For example the L29 and AL00 are practically identical hardware wise but their model number and software differs. You'd have to change your model and software to that of an AL00.

Ciao @Ephemera
be patient, very patient (for my english and my newbie status...)
but if I don't rebrand my device (I'm on RomAur B182 with my L09C432) and I wipe data, system, cache, dalvik and flash your Rom I'll brick or can I try?
thanks for your full info and ciao

 

[Ephemera]

Ciao @Ephemera
be patient, very patient (for my english and my newbie status...)
but if I don't rebrand my device (I'm on RomAur B182 with my L09C432) and I wipe data, system, cache, dalvik and flash your Rom I'll brick or can I try?
thanks for your full info and ciao

Worst case scenario you reflash RomAur. Make sure you have an extra copy on your external SD Card.

 

[IronSingh]

Tried your rom, I would love the following on your rom.

Option to remove all Chinese and the chinese calendar app. I would also like the official Launcher option in this rom.

Thanks

---------- Post added 28-06-2017 at 12:21 AM ---------- Previous post was 27-06-2017 at 11:38 PM ----------

Ok I tried this room on Al00 then I rebranded to L29C636

I can report it works fine. Camera, phone call, 4g all perfect. I have been using it for a couple minutes only so i don't know if there are bugs.

I do want official Huawei launcher though can you send me zip file for that. Going to L29 removed most the the Chinese I wanted to.

 

[Ephemera]

Tried your rom, I would love the following on your rom.

Option to remove all Chinese and the chinese calendar app. I would also like the official Launcher option in this rom.

Thanks

---------- Post added 28-06-2017 at 12:21 AM ---------- Previous post was 27-06-2017 at 11:38 PM ----------

Ok I tried this room on Al00 then I rebranded to L29C636

I can report it works fine. Camera, phone call, 4g all perfect. I have been using it for a couple minutes only so i don't know if there are bugs.

I do want official Huawei launcher though can you send me zip file for that. Going to L29 removed most the the Chinese I wanted to.

All the Chinese apps have been removed on my end. Which ones are still there? Do you know the file paths? I do have a removed apps zip but it is not flashable yet. I can upload soon.