How to Install Lineage OS 17.1 for UMIDIGI Z2 Pro

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Most of the readers would know about UMIDIGI by the time since we have written some articles about their smartphones. UMIDIGI is a budget smartphone vendor which has operations in most countries. Back in August 2018, the brand unveiled its UMIDIGI Z2 Pro smartphone. This was the latest budget offering from the brand and it had awesome specifications.

After rolling the Android 10 GSI build by phhusson, Today we have the Lineage OS 17.1 for the UMIDIGI Z2 Pro based on Android 10 GSI. Thanks to the XDA Recognized Contributor AndyYan for sharing this Lineage OS 17.1 on XDA Forum. To install this, you need to unlock your device bootloader and you can use either ADB fastboot method or TWRP Method (if available).

GSI stands for Generic System image which is an unmodified Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code, runnable on a variety of Android devices that has treble support. If you are using the UMIDIGI Z2 Pro, then you can follow this guide to install the Lineage OS 17.1 on your device. As we already said, this build is based on Android 10, which is Google’s 10th version of Android OS with plenty of new features and system UI changes.

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Table of Contents

1 UMIDIGI Z2 Pro Specifications: Overview
2 What’s on the Android 10 version?
3 Lineage OS 17.1: Android 10 Build
4 Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on UMIDIGI Z2 Pro

UMIDIGI Z2 Pro Specifications: Overview

Talking about the specifications, UMIDIGI Z2 Pro features a 6.2-inch IPS display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2246 Pixels. It is powered by MediaTek Helio P60 MT6771, 64-Bit Processor coupled with 6GB of RAM. The phone packs 128GB internal memory with expandable storage support of 256GB via microSD card. The camera on the UMIDIGI Z2 Pro comes with a dual 16MP + 8MP rear camera with dual-LED dual-tone flash and 16MP + 8MP front camera for selfies. It is backed by a Non-Removable 3,550 mAh Lithium-Polymer with 5/9V-2A, 12V-1.5A Fast Charging. UMIDIGI Z2 Pro also has a fingerprint sensor on the back.

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.

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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 UMIDIGI Z2 Pro by flashing this custom ROM.

Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on UMIDIGI Z2 Pro

First, unlock the UMIDIGI Z2 Pro bootloader and flash the latest TWRP Recovery if your device is supported. Here we have mentioned all the requirements and download links to flash the Lineage OS 17.1 on UMIDIGI Z2 Pro.

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 UMIDIGI Z2 Pro.
You will require to unlock the device bootloader at first
ARM, ARM64, or x86: Check your Android Phone’s Processor
Treble Support: Check If Your Smartphone Supports Project Treble
Download the required TWRP file, LineageOS 17 zip file, and Supported GApps file from below.
Keep your device battery charged up to 60% at least for a smoother process.
Take a complete backup of your device data without Root. In case anything goes wrong, you can easily restore all the data.

Note:

A only arm32 – arm avN
A only arm64 – arm64 avN
A/B arm64 – arm64 bvN
A/B arm32 – arm bvN

Download Links:

Lineage OS 17.1 Download – If broken link, check official forum
Download Lineage OS 17.1 Gapps | Open Gapps 10 or Android 10 Gapps
Download and install UMIDIGI USB Drivers
For adb method: Download ADB and Fastboot tool
For TWRP Method: Download and Install TWRP Recovery on UMIDIGI Z2 Pro

Instructions to Install:

Guide to install Generic System Image (GSI) on your Android device

We hope that this guide is helpful to you and you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17.1 on your UMIDIGI Z2 Pro handset easily. If in case anything goes wrong or if you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.

Source: XDA | Credits to AndyYan

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Did you know?

You can always revert back to Stock ROM by flashing Stock ROM on UMIDIGI Z2 Pro.