Install/ Update INFINIX Zero 2 X509 to Android 7.0 Nougat Stock ROM Firmware

If you were waiting for the arrival of Android 7.0 Nougat on your INFINIX Zero 2 X509, then here is a good news. Those who were wondering to install the latest Stock ROM Firmware on your device, can now rejoice as they can flash the latest software on their device.

INFINIX has officially released the Stock Android 7.0 Nougat and XOS Custom Skin for the INFINIX Zero 2 X509. The Android 7.0 Nougat is latest, and predecessor to the about to be released, Android 8.0 O software. The Official Nougat Firmware comes with the various Bug fixes, Security patches, and improve overall stability of the device.

So, if you own a INFINIX Zero 2 X509, you can install the latest update for your device, which comes with X509-J5800-KK-20150605, and is based on Android 7.0 Nougat. The update often aims to increase system stability and increase the performance of the device, as well as adding new features.

The Infinix Zero 2 is slimmer and lighter than the original Infinix Zero, but phone is not insubstantial in any way. Crafted with the aluminium frame, the front-side of the device is protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and the back cover is built with the Kevlar fiver, which is claimed to be 5 times tougher than the steel. Apart from these, the Zero 2 packs another awesome features. The device has 32GB of internal storage, and features the better display than its predecessor. The device is equipped with Super AMOLED display of 5-inch, which is battery efficient. The device has dimensions of 145 x 71.5 x 6.5mm and weighs 118 grams. The 5-inch display features a 720 x 1280 pixels resolution. The device is powered by a 2300 mAh Li-Po battery, which provides the standby time of up to 164 hours on 3G, and up to 40 hours music playback time.

Infinix Note 3 is larger 6-inch device, and widely popular in Nigeria, Kenya, and some other countries. It comes in a full metal body, and runs on Infinix exclusive Custom Android Interface, based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, now Android 7.0 Nougat Update is available. It features a fingerprint scanner, and there is a liquid cooling system equipped with the device, which is designed to address the issues related to overheating, as reported by the users. The device runs on 1.3 GHz octa-core CPU, MediaTek Helio X10 MT6753 chipset, coupled with a 2GB RAm, 16GB internal storage. In the due course of the article, we will guiding you through the process to root and install TWRP recovery on Infinix Note 3.

In the below guide, we will be guiding you step by step process to flash/ install latest X509-J5800-KK-20150605 Android 7.0 Nougat on INFINIX Zero 2 X509. The download link for this Stock ROM has been added to the pre-requisite section. You can simply flash the Stock Firmware .zip or .img file manually through SP Flash Tools, if you have not received it through the OTA update.

Firmware Details:

Android Version: Android 7.0 Nougat

UI Version: XOS

Firmware Versions: X509-J5800-KK-20150605

Model: INFINIX Zero 2 X509

Release Date: August 2017

Android security patch level: July 2017

Country: NA

Status: – Official

Disclaimer: AndroidWeblog.com covers although everything in a very neat and a processed manner so that our readers get exactly what they want, still there are meager chances of basic issues that may arise out of the listed steps here. Hence it is in sole interest of the user to follow the steps very cautiously so as to stay away from any mishappenings with your device.

Updating or flashing the Stock ROM firmware or Custom ROM firmware updates certainly without any doubt comes with risk to brick device. If you brick the device, while upgrading the firmware of your smartphone, then kindly be in touch with the Official Service center of INFINIX near your location. AndroidWeblog.com in no way will be held responsible for warranty void or your bricked device.

Prerequiste

Ensure to check your model number, which must be:

• INFINIX Zero 2 X509

You must have to ensure that prior to rooting your phone , you have read thoroughly the disclaimer and you agree to proceed further on your risk.

• Phone Should be Charged

Your phone must be 70% charged atleast else, it may lead to complications sometimes while experimenting. Why to take risk, try to charge it fully.

• Back Up

If you are either going to root your phone or install a Custom ROM, it is a good habit to make a back up of your phone. Make a back up of all your media like images, videos and all on your PC and your contacts on Cloud.

• Enable USB Debugging

You must enable USB debugging option by going in to Settings, Applications and Developer options.

Downloads For Updating INFINIX Zero 2 X509

Download MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers here (MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip)

Download Latest Android 7.0 Nougat Stock ROM for INFINIX Zero 2 X509 from here:

Link (Login required)

Download Latest version of SPFlash Tool for Windows here.

How to update INFINIX Zero 2 X509 to Android 7.0 Nougat via OTA (Over the air)

Note: For this method, you won’t need to download any file mentioned in pre-requisite section of this article. You can directly follow the below steps, if you prefer the OTA method.

You can directly check the latest version of firmware/ software available for your device, INFINIX Zero 2 X509 by navigating to:

Settings > About Device > Software Updates

When a new software update is available for your device, the notifications panel will display the software update message. Just you need to pull down the notification bar, and then press ‘Software Update’, and this will begin the upgrade process of device X509-J5800-KK-20150605, based on Android 7.0 Nougat.

If in-case you have not received the software update, then just follow the below guides, to flash firmware manually through either below guide. No matter which method you prefer, however, OTA is safer method to upgrade your device. But in case you prefer upgrading your device manually, then just carefully follow our below guide step by step.

How to Manually update INFINIX Zero 2 X509 to Android 7.0 Nougat Firmware

Step 1: Begin with downloading all the files mentioned above in the prerequisite section.

Step 2: Browse through the files downloaded, and then Right click on the zipped file MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip and extract the same. Then navigate to the extracted folder and then click on the file InstallDriver. exe. This will install the Preloader VCOM in your system.

Step 3: Assuming that you have downloaded SP FlashTool (Win) from the provided link above, Then simply click and extract the archive. Then, browse and run the file flash_tool. exe

Step 4: Once the SP Flash Tools opens up, you will see the tabs like ‘Welcome’, ‘Format’, ‘Download’, ‘Readback’ and ‘Memory Test’. Just click on ‘Download Tab’ to select the same.

Step 5: Now, at this stage, on the Download Tab, you will notice the options ‘Download Agent’ with folder icon right next to the file path, as well as ‘Scatter-loading’ underneath. Just click on the folder ‘Download Agent’ and navigate to the folder of Flash Tool and then open the folder SP_MDT, and click on MTK_AllInOneDA.bin file.

Step 6: Now, click on the Scatter-loading button, and find the Scatter File from the downloaded Stock Firmware zip file, which you have downloaded. The name of the file should look like MTxxxx_Android_scatter.txt [XXXX Stands for Chipset/ processor number of MediaTek i.e. 6753 etc.].

Step 7: After selecting and loading the MTxxxx_Android_scatter.txt file under ‘Scatter-loading file’, simply click the ‘Download’ button.

Step 8: Now, remove the battery of your device, if it is removable, and re-insert again. You should connect the phone to computer in Download Mode only. To do the same, just hold down the Volume Down+Volume Up buttons simultaneously, and then connect the device to computer via USB Cable. Make sure that Volume Down+Volume Up buttons are pressed until the device is detected by PC.

Step 10: Now, hook up/ connect your INFINIX Zero 2 X509 to the computer via USB slot. Connecting your smartphone will begin the flashing process automatically, and it requires simply a few seconds to complete.

Step 7: At this point of the latest Stock Firmware Android 7.0 Nougat on your INFINIX Zero 2 X509 device has been flashed. Now, you may disconnect the device from computer. You will see the message with ‘Green Check mark’ with ‘Download OK’ message.

Step 8: Now, you may disconnect phone from computer, and also close the ‘SP Flash Tool’, and turn on the phone, and enjoy the latest firmware.

Congratulations, you have successfully flashed X509-J5800-KK-20150605 Android 7.0 Nougat on your INFINIX Zero 2 X509 device. If you faced any issue while flashing, then do not hesitate to let’s know in the comments section below.