Install/ Update Intex Aqua Lions 4G to Android 7.0 Nougat Stock ROM Firmware
If you were waiting for the arrival of Android 7.0 Nougat on your Intex Aqua Lions 4G, 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.
Intex has officially released the Stock Android 7.0 Nougat and NA Custom Skin for the Intex Aqua Lions 4G. 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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G, you can install the latest update for your device, which comes with INTEX_AQUA_LIONS_X1+_V02_Indian, 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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G owners may already received 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.
Intex Aqua 4G boasts of a 5-inch FWVGA display, with 854×480 pixels resolution, with 267K colors, 196ppi,and 2 fingers touch, and 66.52% screen-to-body-ratio. The device runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box, and powered by Spreadtrum SC9832A 32-bit Quad-core 1.3GHz processor, coupled with a 1GB of RAM. There is an 8GB of internal storage, and supports expandable storage of up to 32GB through microSD card. The phone is equipped with a 5 megapixels main camera, which contains a 3P Lens, and features auto focus, and aspect ratio of 16:9, face detection, HDR, Gif Creation, and QR Code reader. There is a 2 megapixel front-facing selfies camera with 2P Lens. Other highlights include 4G VoLTE, 3G and 2G Support. This 4G LTE device supports the mini SIM and microSIM sizes. The device measures 72mmx143.8mmx9.8mm and weighs 146.7 grams. The device boasts of 2000 mAh battery for decent battery backup.
In the below guide, we will be guiding you step by step process to flash/ install latest INTEX_AQUA_LIONS_X1+_V02_Indian Android 7.0 Nougat on Intex Aqua Lions 4G. 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: NA
Firmware Versions: INTEX_AQUA_LIONS_X1_V02_36X_India 20171226 – alps-mp-n0.mp1-V1.0.2_vz6737m.35.i.n_P46 – 7.0/NRD90M
Model: Intex Aqua Lions 4G
Release Date: 20171226
Android security patch level: November 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 Intex 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:
- Intex Aqua Lions 4G
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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G
Download MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers here (MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip)
Download Latest Android 7.0 Nougat Stock ROM for Intex Aqua Lions 4G from here (Login required)
Download Latest version of SPFlash Tool for Windows here.
How to update Intex Aqua Lions 4G to 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, Intex Aqua Lions 4G 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 INTEX_AQUA_LIONS_X1+_V02_Indian, 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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G to Android 7.0 Nougat Firmware
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: 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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G 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 Intex Aqua Lions 4G 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 INTEX_AQUA_LIONS_X1+_V02_Indian Android 7.0 Nougat on your Intex Aqua Lions 4G device. If you faced any issue while flashing, then do not hesitate to let’s know in the comments section below.
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