How to Install POSP ROM on Asus Zenfone Max M2 based on Android 10 Q

Asus Zenfone Max M2 (Codename: X01AD) in December 2018. The handset came with Android 8.1 Oreo. If you’re a Custom ROM lover and want to flash a Custom Firmware on your Asus Zenfone Max M2 (Codenamed: X01AD), then this guide is for you. Now, you can download and install POSP ROM on Asus Zenfone Max M2 based on Android 10 Q from here. We have also shared the firmware details, download links, requirements, and a full installation guide as well.

Thanks to the Team of Potato Project for developing this ROM compatible with Asus Zenfone Max M2 . According to the XDA member, this POSP ROM for Asus Zenfone Max M2 is an initial Android 10 Q build. In order to install the Custom ROM on your Android handset, the device bootloader must be unlocked at first and should have installed the latest TWRP Recovery as well.

The device is powered by an Octa-core (4×1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver) with Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset coupled with 3/4GB of RAM and 32/64GB of internal storage. It also supports an external memory card with up to 1 TB microSD. The device came out of the box with Android 8.1 Oreo and backed by a 4000 mAh battery (Non-removable). As far as the camera concerned, the device has a dual-camera setup with 13MP + 2MP primary sensors and a selfie camera with an 8MP lens. Other connectivity option includes 4G-VoLTE, GPS, Glonass, Bluetooth, Mobile Hotspot, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and compass. etc. The Asus ZenFone Max M2 come with a face unlock feature.

Now, let’s take a look at the overview of POSP (Potato Open Sauce Project) along with its features.

What is the POSP (Potato Open Sauce Project)?

Potato Open Sauce Project (POSP) is a buttery-smooth Android custom firmware (aftermarket) that is basically based on AOSP (Android Open Source Project). The POSP developers have handpicked the best features around the Android OS and have added their own sauce to it. In a simple way, this ROM aims to deliver some unique features to experience a better Android taste.

What’s on Android 10?

Android 10 is the latest and 10th generation of Android OS which was announced by Google a couple of months ago officially. The new Android version brings new system UI, new gestures, improved privacy & location control, system-wide dark mode, improved lock screen, enhanced app permissions, etc. It also features the foldable display support, security enhancements, focus mode, family link, live caption, and more.

The Android 10 (aka Android Q) also features built-in call screening, multi-camera API support, smart reply, chat bubble, 5G support, improved battery life, 65 new emojis, direct audio streaming support to hearing aid devices, etc.