If you have bricked your Lenovo A369 or A369i, or run into a software fault, flashing the stock firmware will restore it. These phones use a MediaTek processor, so you flash them with the SP Flash Tool. This guide covers the download and the full flashing steps.
A hard brick usually comes from a failed root attempt or flashing the wrong file, and it is common on budget phones like these. Reflashing the stock ROM is straightforward, and the steps below will get the A369/A369i back to working order.
About the Lenovo A369i
The Lenovo A369i is a budget phone from 2013. It has a 4.0-inch 800 x 480 display, a MediaTek MT6572 dual-core processor, 512MB of RAM, and 4GB of storage expandable with a microSD card. It has a 2MP rear camera and dual-SIM support, and it runs Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. The firmware here is the official stock software for both the A369 and A369i.
Why flash the stock firmware
The stock ROM is useful when you want to:
- Unbrick the Lenovo A369/A369i
- Fix a bootloop
- Upgrade or downgrade the firmware
- Unroot the phone or fix software bugs
- Fix lag or stutter
- Return to stock to restore the warranty
- Patch the boot image to root with Magisk: MediaTek guide
Firmware Details
- Device Supported: Lenovo A369 / A369i
- Tool Supported: SP Flash Tool
- GApps: Included
- Processor: MediaTek MT6572
- Android Version: Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Steps to install the stock firmware on the Lenovo A369/A369i
Go through the prerequisites and install the drivers and tools on your PC first.
Prerequisites
Lenovo A369/A369i Flash Files
| Software Details |
Download Link |
Lenovo_A369_Android_4.2.2
File Size: 200 MB | OS: Android 4.2.2 |
Download |
Lenovo_A369i_S110_MT6572_20140108
File Size: 594 MB |
Download |
Lenovo_A369i_S111_MT6572_20140522
File Size: 594 MB |
Download |
Lenovo_A369i_U_72V2_A25_MT6572_20141226
File Size: 594 MB |
Download |
Lenovo_A369i_MT6577_300713
File Size: 414 MB |
Download |
Instructions to Install
Disclaimer
GetDroidTips is not responsible for any hardware or software damage to your device during or after this guide. Proceed at your own risk.
- Download and install all the required files and the flash tool on your PC, then extract the firmware.
- Open the SP Flash Tool to launch its interface.
- On the Download tab, load the download agent and the scatter text file from the extracted firmware in the scatter-loading section.
- Click the Download button.
- Power off the phone, hold Volume Down and Volume Up together, and connect it to the PC with a USB cable. Keep holding until the PC detects the phone.
- Flashing starts automatically once the phone is detected. Wait a few minutes for it to finish.
- A green tick means the flash succeeded. Unplug and reboot the Lenovo A369/A369i.
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FAQ
Will flashing the stock ROM erase my data?
Yes. Flashing with the SP Flash Tool wipes the phone, so back up your data first.
That is almost always drivers. Install the MediaTek VCOM USB drivers, then power the phone off fully before connecting while holding the volume keys.
Which firmware file should I pick?
Match the file to your model. The A369 build is for the A369, and the A369i builds (MT6572) are for the A369i. Pick the newest dated build for your model unless you need a specific version.
What Android version will I end up on?
Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, which is the only version these phones shipped with.
That covers installing the stock firmware on the Lenovo A369/A369i. If you run into any trouble during the flash, leave a comment below.
Hi Mohammed! I want upgrade my android to v.4.2 if it’s possible. I follow your manual & install stock ROM but my android is still v2.3.6. According to manual: “Here are below of Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware Update for Lenovo A369/A369i.” Where I’m made mistake? Is there any solution to upgrade android to 4.2.2?