Install Lineage OS 17.1 for Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 and J7 2017 | Android 10
Samsung mobile brand has launched the Galaxy J7 2016 with Android 6.0.1 whereas Galaxy J7 2017 with Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box. Both the device has...
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Last updated on August 7, 2023
Samsung mobile brand has launched the Galaxy J7 2016 with Android 6.0.1 whereas Galaxy J7 2017 with Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box. Both the device has received 2 major updates. Samsung will not upgrade your device to Android 10 as it is already got the 2 major updates. Today we will guide you on how to install the Lineage OS 17.1 on the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 and J7 2017 device by following our guide.
Lineage OS 17.1 GSI developed by XDA Recognized Contributor AndyYan on this XDA Forum with the Phh’s Source of Android 10 GSI (phhusson). Also thanks to XDA member hacker812c for contributing all the files to fix some of the bugs. 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 17.1 based on Android 10, which is Google’s 10th version of Android OS with plenty of new features and system UI changes.
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 17.1: 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 17.1 on Galaxy J7 by flashing this custom ROM.
Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on Galaxy J7
First, unlock the Galaxy J7 bootloader and flash the latest TWRP Recovery. Here we have mentioned all the requirements and download links to flash the Lineage OS 17.1 on Galaxy J7.
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 is 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 17.1 GSI Treble build is supported on Galaxy J7.
We hope that this guide is helpful to you and you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17.1 on your Galaxy J7 handset easily. If in case anything goes wrong or if you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.
