Install/ Update Blackview BV7000 Pro to Android 7.0 Nougat Stock ROM Firmware
Blackview has started seeding out the latest firmware build for the Blackview BV7000 Pro, based on Android 7.0 Nougat. At the time of writing this article, the update has already been started rolling out in the form of OTA (Over the air) to all of the Blackview BV7000 Pro devices.
The latest update comes with the various Bug fixes, Security patches, and improve overall stability of the device. So, if you own a Blackview BV7000 Pro, you can install the latest update for your device, which comes with BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622, 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.
All Blackview BV7000 Pro owners may soon receive the OTA Update notification on their device. You might be already aware of the fact that Android Team fixes the vulnerabilities found in the operating system time to time, and releases the updates on timely manner. The OEMs, then push the Security Updates with patched/ fixed Android vulnerabilities in the form of OTA and Stock ROM updates. Updating your smartphone through OTA Firmware update do not delete the data.
Blackview BV7000 Pro runs on a MT6750T Processor, coupled with 4GB of RAM, and Android 7.0 Nougat, coupled with Fingerprint Sensor. Packed in an exquisite CNC Frame, it comes with IP 68 Waterproof, and Toughness rating with multi-defense protection, apart from the typical Gorilla Glass 3 Screen protection. The 13.0MP shouter captures the crisp and clear pictures, which is even comparable to the Mid-level DSLR. Thanks to 5 pieces F/2.0 aperture, the camera is coated with the blue film, which makes it to capture excellent shots even in the water. Te display is 5.0-inch Full-HD, and the 3500 mAh battery provides up to 624 hours of standby time, 19 hours of Talk time, and 9 hours of HD Video watching.
In the below guide, we will be guiding you step by step process to flash/ install latest BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622 Android 7.0 Nougat on Blackview BV7000 Pro. The download link for this Stock ROM has been added to the pre-requisite section. You can simply flash the Stock Firmware .pac file manually through SPD Flash Tool, if you have not received it through the OTA update.
Firmware Details:
Android Version: Android 7.0 Nougat
UI Version: NA
Firmware Versions: BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622
Model: Blackview BV7000 Pro
Release Date: July
Android security patch level: July
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 Blackview near your location. AndroidWeblog.com in no way will be held responsible for warranty void or your bricked device.
Table of Contents
Prerequiste
Ensure to check your model number, which must be:
- Blackview BV7000 Pro
You must have to ensure that prior to updating 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 updating your phone to Stock ROM or Custom ROM firmware, then, 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 Blackview BV7000 Pro
Download MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers here (MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip)
Download BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622 update for Blackview BV7000 Pro based on Android 7.0 Nougat from here.
Download Latest version of SPFlash Tool for Windows here.
How to update Blackview BV7000 Pro to BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622 Android 7.0 Nougat via OTA (Over the air)
Note:Â 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, Blackview BV7000 Pro 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 Blackview BV7000 Pro to latest BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622, 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 (.pac) 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 Blackview BV7000 Pro to BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622 Android 7.0 Nougat
Step 1:Â Begin with downloading all the files mentioned above in the prerequisite section.
Step 2:Â 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:Â 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:Â 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:Â 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:Â Now, hook up/ connect your Blackview BV7000 Pro 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 on your Blackview BV7000 Pro 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:Â 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 BV7000_PRO_Blackview_20170622 Android 7.0 Nougat on your Blackview BV7000 Pro device. If you faced any issue while flashing, then do not hesitate to let’s know in the comments section below.
Source:Â Blackview