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Extract Init_boot from Device Without Downloading Firmware In this guide, we will show you the steps to extract the init_boot file from your device without downloading the firmware. With the introduction of Android 13, we witnessed a major change in how we used to root our devices. Up until its predecessor, we were patching and flashing the stock boot.img. However, this changed with the thirteenth iteration of OS [and its higher builds] as now we now have to patch and flash the stock init_boot....

Failed to Get NV Code in MSM Download Tool: How to Fix In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the “Failed to Get NV Code” error in the MSM Download Tool. Many tech enthusiasts have still not yet upgraded their devices from the OnePlus 7/8/9 series and one major reason for the same is the fiasco that Oppo has created in custom development. For the unaware, beginning with the OnePlus 10 series, it is literally impossible to unbrick your device without shelling out bucks[ though the OnePlus 11 does have a loophole ]...

Fallout 76 Vendor Stash Bug: How to Fix In this guide, we will be discussing some plausible methods to fix the Vendor Stash bug in Fallout 76. This online action role-playing game has managed to maintain a pretty decent name in its genre. While its release was met with some criticism due to a plethora of bugs, and some missing in-game components such as NPC, it managed to resolve most of them with subsequent patches....

Fix ‘Carrier services couldn’t be setup’ in Samsung RW Firmware In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the ‘Carrier services couldn’t be setup’ in a Samsung RW firmware. The system partition even on a rooted Android device is no longer writeable. As a result of this, tasks such as changing boot animation, making changes to the build.prop files, and even simply copy-pasting files in the system partition is not possible by default....

Fix Apple TV app not working on Roku: Video not available error In this guide, we will show the steps to fix the Apple TV app not working on Roku: Video not available error. The TV App from the Cupertino giants beholds a plethora of TV shows, series, movies, and a few streaming services as well. Along the same lines, there are a few Apple-exclusive contents. Moreover, this app isn’t just limited to Apple devices, rather you could enjoy these offerings across various platforms....

Fix Google Pixel Fold Network Issues and What else to expect? Many tech enthusiasts were looking forward to getting their hands on a foldable device from Google. After all when you are getting a clean stock OS experience with an excellent camera, what else could one ask for? Granted, it was the first generation, so there are bound to be a few rough edges [did anyone say bezels?] or more than a few if you are JerryRig Everything, but still, the device generally got positive receptions [not the network reception, that’ still a distant dream!...

Fix GrapheneOS stuck at ‘Phone is starting’ after enabling Zygisk In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of GrapheneOS stuck at ‘Phone is starting’ after enabling Zygisk. This privacy and security-focused mobile OS with Android app compatibility is gaining quite a lot of attention in recent years and has even compelled many to jump ships from AOSP ROMs over to its offering. Moreover, the OS “will never include either Google Play services” [though you have the option to....

Fix Magisk patched boot.img issue while Rooting Android 11 In this guide, we will show you how to fix the Magisk patched boot.img issue while rooting your device running the latest Android 11. There has been an increasing number of complaints, especially from the Pixel 5 and OnePlus 8/8T users that most of them are facing issues while patching the stock boot.img file on their Android 11 devices. On the other hand, some even said that though they are able to patch the stock boot....

Fix Waiting for Device Error in ADB or Fastboot Commands In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the waiting for device error while entering ADB or Fastboot Commands. When it comes to the customization domain, Android’s open-source ecosystem stands right there at the top. Be it for flashing custom ROMs or custom recoveries such as TWRP, there’s a lot to try out. Likewise, you could even gain access to the system partition by rooting it via Magisk ....

Fix: Pixel 6 Screen randomly wakes up even if AOD is Disabled In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of the Pixel 6 screen randomly waking up even if the AOD is disabled. The sixth iteration of Pixel has managed to grab the attention of quite a few users, but not for all the right reasons. While its major redesign was well and truly appreciated, there’s wasn’t much to look forward to apart from that....

Flash Android 16 Nothing OS 4 via Fastboot Commands In this guide, we will show you the steps to flash the latest Nothing OS 4 based on Android 16 via Fastboot Commands. The OEM has recently rolled out its latest OS with a slew of intriguing goodies . Some of the noteworthy ones include the likes of the Stretch Camera Preset, Pop-up View with two floating icons, two new lock screen clock faces, 2×2 Quick Settings tile support, and Extra Dark Mode....

Format Data/Factory Reset Android via ADB Command In this guide, we will show you the steps to format data/factory reset your Android device using ADB Commands. While the most generic way of formatting your device is by heading over to the Settings menu, but that might not be the most viable approach under all circumstances. For example, if your device is in a soft brick state or you are in the process of flashing a custom ROM, then you might not be able to access the OS in the first place....

Gallery App Crashing on Galaxy S24 Ultra: How to Fix This guide will show you the steps to fix the issue of the Gallery app crashing on Galaxy S24 Ultra. The newest offering from the South Korean conglomerate has managed to catch the attention of the masses, and truth be told, it was always along the expected lines. Apart from the top-of-the-end specs and impressive camera, there have been quite a few nifty AI features this time around....

Game crashing on 12th Gen Intel Core Processor on Windows 10/11: Fix In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the game crashing issue on the 12th Gen Intel Core Processor due to DRM incompatibility. Due to issues with Digital Rights Management software, over 50 different types of games are facing sudden crashes or shutdowns, either during the launch time or in between the gameplay. Some of the popular titles include Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Far Cry Primal, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order....

Google Assistant cannot find WhatsApp Contacts [Fixed] In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of Google Assistant being unable to find WhatsApp contacts in Android Auto on Samsung devices running the latest One UI 5.1. Using Android Auto and the virtual assistant from the Silicon Valley giant, you could send and receive WhatsApp messages without the need to interact with your device. However, as of late, it is giving out a tough time to a particular set of users....

Google Chat not working on Android: How to Fix [12 Methods] In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the issue of Google Chat not working on Android devices. If there’s one thing that confuses me in the tech domain, it has got to be the plethora of conversation apps that the Silicon Valley giant releases and then sends to its graveyard. Google Talk, Google Plus, Google Hangouts, Google Allo, Google Chat, Google Duo, and Google Meet, most of them were pushed to the pinnacle one day only to see them buried a few months/year later....

Google Pay not working with ColorOS 13: How to Fix In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of Google Pay not working with ColorOS 13. This payment service from the Silicon Valley giant seems to be having a tough time with the Chinese OS skins, and in all fairness, it’s the latter party that is to blame more often than not. Initially, reports from Oppo Find X5 pro and OnePlus 10 Pro users started pouring in that Google Pay is not working on their devices after installing the latest ColorOS 13 update....

Google Play Store: App Last Updated Section Removed Among the very apps that have made a permanent abode right since the inception of Android, Play Store has been every user’s go-to choice when it comes to downloading and installing apps. And the reason for the same is hardly a secret either. When you are able to get hold of all your preferred apps and games in just a few clicks and carry out the desired app purchases in a secure manner, well, there’s not much left to ask....

HomeKit Devices No Response Error on iOS 16.3: How to Fix In this guide, we will show you a couple of workarounds to fix the HomeKit Devices No Response Error on iOS 16.3. This smart home platform from the Cupertino giant allows you to easily manage and control all your smart devices right under one roof. However, as of late, it is going through a rough patch. Recently, its invite system was not working along the expected lines and its inability to detect HomePod Mini resulted in a great deal of inconvenience to the end users....

How to Add DNS Quick Setting Tile on Android In this guide, we will show you the steps to add the DNS Quick Setting tile on your Android device. While the Internet Service Provider would automatically assign a Domain Name Server, however in some instances you might want to make a switch to a custom one . For example, if privacy is your major concern, then you could opt for Cloudflare, or if you are looking for a tried and tested one, then the offering from Google would be enough to checkmark your requirement....