First Ever Microsoft Phone for Nexus 5 [Every Month Update]
This is my new project dedicated to all Nexus 5 users!
Switch your Google Phone to Microsoft Phone now!
We all know that the mobile operating systems from the Microsoft are not perfect.
If you are not satisfied with Windows Mobile try my unofficial Android based Microsoft Phone – it is available only for Nexus 5!
We all know that the mobile operating systems from the Microsoft are not perfect.
If you are not satisfied with Windows Mobile try my unofficial Android based Microsoft Phone – it is available only for Nexus 5!
What does UBR stand for?
The letters UBR stand for Update By Recovery - a very non conventional way of flashing.
This backup does not contain the EFS partition which holds your personal IMEI number,
that's why you can use it on any Nexus 5 phone!
This backup does not contain the EFS partition which holds your personal IMEI number,
that's why you can use it on any Nexus 5 phone!
Why you should install this ROM?
+ Really easy flash by swiping only one button in TWRP!
+ Quick Installation (it usually takes 3 minutes)
+ It works instantly after reboot
+ If the phone is not damaged it will always work
+ This Custom OS uses only applications from Microsoft!
+ It has extra functions that can be uninstalled (Magisk etc)
– It has a 4 times larger installation file than standard flashable ROM
* If you need you can install Google Services/Apps
+ Quick Installation (it usually takes 3 minutes)
+ It works instantly after reboot
+ If the phone is not damaged it will always work
+ This Custom OS uses only applications from Microsoft!
+ It has extra functions that can be uninstalled (Magisk etc)
– It has a 4 times larger installation file than standard flashable ROM
* If you need you can install Google Services/Apps
Why is it so BIG?
This UBR contains: Android 8.1 ROM + Microsoft Apps + Other Modules/Mods
After installation you can remove all unwanted apps including Magisk (Unroot).
After installation you can remove all unwanted apps including Magisk (Unroot).
What works:
- Almost everything.
- Trusted face (from Smart Lock)
- Fast (Quick) Charging
- WakeBlock (wait for the update)
- Maybe custom NavBar with Microsoft icon?
Requirements:
- All you need is Google Nexus 5 16/32GB smartphone with TWRP 3.2.1-1 (Team Win Recovery Project) installed.
Microsoft Phone = Microsoft Apps:
- Used ROM: both Android 8.1 (AOSP) (with Android security patch level 5 march 2018)
- ROOT Manager: both Magisk Manager 16.3
- Web Browser: Google Chrome vs Microsoft Edge
- Search Engine: Google Assistant vs Microsoft Cortana
- Cloud Storage: Google Drive vs Microsoft OneDrive
- Launcher: Pixel 2 Launcher vs Microsoft Launcher
- Dialer App: Google Phone vs AOSP Phone
- Email App: Google Gmail vs Microsoft Outlook
- Text App: Google Messages vs Microsoft SMS Organizer
- Communicator: Google Allo and Duo vs Microsoft Skype
- App Store: Google Play Store vs Yalp Store (Android Apps)
- Account App: Google vs Microsoft Apps
- Games App: Google Play Games vs Microsoft Xbox
- Music App: Google Play Music vs Microsoft Groove
- Translator: Google Translate vs Microsoft Translator
- Lists App: Google Keep vs Microsoft To-Do
- Keyboard: Google Gboard vs Microsoft SwiftKey Keyboard
- Office App: Google Docs vs Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc)
- News App: Google Now vs Microsoft News
- Stream App: Google YouTube vs Microsoft Mixer
Download: - You can find the latest version on Google!
- Download the First Ever Microsoft Phone for Nexus 5:
Direct,Dropbox,Mega,Google Drive,OneDrive,Magnet,Torrent. - Installation Guide - make sure you follow all the instructions carefully, without skipping any steps!
- FAQ - if you have a problem with my UBR please read the answers to frequently asked questions.
A custom Microsoft Phone Bootloader logo is available for download in the project's comment section.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
