T Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6

The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6 ย has a new ROM available based on the final Android Nougat update (7.0) received by the device. The ROM also comes with a pre-installed Kernel which is compatible with Safety Net checks for all users interested in getting the most out of their aging device and using Samsung Pay.

The ROM is exclusively available for T-Mobile variant of the Galaxy S6 (SM-G920T)ย and is developed and maintained by XDA member The Sickness. The developer further mentions that this would be the last iteration he would work on and hence would not be adding support for other incremental updates.

 

Twisted ROM Features

The ROM has an extensive list which adds further optimizations over the Stock ROM and removes various Samsung bloatware from the device. The full feature list/ changelog can be found below:

  • Android 7.0 Nougat Support
  • Power Menu Customizations
  • Removedย Knox Check
  • Deodexed System
  • Added ADB Scripts for better and faster connection
  • Zipaligned APKs
  • MiraCast Support
  • Disabled Wake from USB
  • Loud Volume Warning Removed
  • 3Minit Battery Mod added
  • 3Minit Clock Mod added
  • Gradient Status Bar
  • Data Toggle Tileย Added
  • APN edit available
  • Twisted-Kernel V1

Install Twisted ROM for T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920T)

Note: Kindly ensure that you are running the Nougat firmware for your device. It is important to run a Nougat based Bootloader/Modem before attempting to install this ROM. Failure to do so may result in a bricked device.

Downloads

Instructions

  • Perform a Nandroid Backup ofย your current firmware
  • Download Twisted ROM and place it in the root of your internal storage
  • Reboot to recovery
  • Install ROM
  • (Optional) Flash SuperSU or Magisk
  • Wipe Dalvik and Cache
  • Reboot Device

The first boot has been reported to take considerable time and hence, users are requested to be patient. The device is not in a state of bootloop.

Furthermore, the developer has also promised moreย features to be added in the ROM at a later stage. The current build is in beta stage and should not have any major issues if you intend to use it as a daily driver. The Twisted-Kernel is also modified to pass all root checks and will also receive further updates and patches in time.

 

Source: XDA

 


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