How to Install Lineage OS 17 for Huawei P9 | Android 10 [GSI treble]
Today we will guide you on how to install the Lineage OS 17 on the Huawei P9 device by following our guide. This build is based on Lineage OS 17 GSI developed...
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Last updated on July 1, 2023
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Today we will guide you on how to install the Lineage OS 17 on the Huawei P9 device by following our guide. This build is based on Lineage OS 17 GSI developed by XDA Recognized Contributor AndyYan on this XDA Forum. To install this, you need to unlock the bootloader and install the latest TWRP Recovery on your device.
Well, GSI stands for Generic System image which is a “pure Android” implementation with unmodified Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code, runnable on a variety of Android devices that has treble support. Yes, now you can enjoy the new Lineage OS 17 based on Android 10, which is Google’s 10th version of Android OS with plenty of new features and system UI changes.
Huawei P9 Specifications:
Huawei P9 features a 5.2 inches IPS-NEO LCD display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. The smartphone is powered by Octa-core 4×2.5 GHz Cortex-A72 HiSilicon Kirin 955 processor coupled with 3/4GB of RAM. The phone packs 32/64GB internal memory which can also be expanded upto 256GB via microSD card. The camera on the Huawei P9 comes with Dual 12 MP + 12 MP, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR and 8 MP front shooting camera.
Huawei P9 runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, upgradable to 7.0 Nougat with Emotion UI 4.1 and backed by Li-Ion 3000 mAh Non-removable battery. It also has Fingerprint sensor on the back. The handset supports Hybrid Dual SIM with 4G on both slot. It comes with connectivity options such as Bluetooth, Wifi, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G.
What’s on the Android 10 version?
Google has officially unveiled the latest version of Android OS called Android 10. The update is already going live for Pixel series devices. It brings plenty of new features to the device system like system UI, new gesture navigation, improved privacy and location control. The update also offers enhanced app permissions, foldable display support, security features, system-wide dark mode, etc.
The Android 10 also offers built-in call screening, multi-camera API, smart replies in the notification panel, 5G support, improved call quality, bubble feature, live caption, and more. While the latest version also improves battery life, Focus mode which is similar to the Do Not Disturb mode, etc. Apart from that Android 10 also features 65 new emojis. It also comes with direct audio streaming support to hearing aid devices.
Lineage OS 17: Android 10 Build
Lineage OS is an open-source and free operating system that is based on the Android platform. It is the successor to the custom MOD, the CyanogenMod, which shut down its operation in December 2016. However, Cyanogen. Inc retained the rights to the custom MOD and gave a rebranding to it as Lineage OS.
Well, LineageOS 17 will be based on the latest Android 10 and it comes with all the Android 10 features and Lineage customization options which allows users to be more advanced. Now you can enjoy Lineage OS 17 on Huawei P9 by flashing this custom ROM.
Steps to Install Lineage OS 17 ROM on Huawei P9
First, unlock the Huawei P9 bootloader and flash the latest TWRP Recovery. Here we have mentioned all the requirements and download links to flash the Lineage OS 17 on Huawei P9.
Disclaimer:
LineageOS 17 GSI build is based on PHH’s AOSP Android 10 GSIs which is still marked as a pre-release. Even on a device that runs Pie GSIs nicely, it’s still possible to get broken media, camera, RIL or even flat-out no-boot. You are strongly advised to try PHH’s original and then identify/report issues there, before moving onto other GSIs that are based on his work. Please report bugs here only if it’s specific to this GSI.
We’re at GetDroidTips won’t be responsible for any kind of damage or error that occurs to your handset while or after following this guide. This is a Custom ROM and may contain some of the bugs or stability issues. We can’t recommend you to use this firmware as your daily driver. Proceed at your own risk.
Pre-Requirements:
Lineage OS 17 GSI Treble build is supported on Huawei P9.
We hope that this guide is helpful to you and you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17 on your Huawei P9 handset easily. If in case anything goes wrong or if you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.
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