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BQ Aquaris U (bq-chaozu)

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Note This device is still running on armhf, although the processor supports aarch64. If you own it, change it and test it that way.
BQ Aquaris U
BQ Aquaris U
BQ Aquaris U
Manufacturer BQ
Name Aquaris U
Codename bq-chaozu
Released 2016
Type handset
Hardware
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 (MSM8937)
CPU Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 505
Display 720x1280
Storage 16 GB
Memory 2 GB
Architecture aarch64
Software
Original software
The software and version the device was shipped with.
Android 6.0
postmarketOS
Category downstream
Mainline
Instead of a Linux kernel fork, it is possible to run (Close to) Mainline.
no
pmOS kernel
The kernel version that runs on the device's port.
3.18.31
Device package device-bq-chaozu
Kernel package linux-bq-chaozu
Features
Flashing
It is possible to flash the device with pmbootstrap flasher.
Works
USB Networking
After connecting the device with USB to your PC, you can connect to it via telnet (initramfs) or SSH (booted system).
Untested
Battery
Charging and battery level reporting works
Untested
Screen
Display works. Ideally with sleep mode and brightness control.
Works
Touchscreen
Untested
Multimedia
3D Acceleration
Untested
Audio
Audio playback, microphone, headset and buttons.
Untested
Camera
Untested
Connectivity
WiFi
Untested
Bluetooth
Untested
GPS
Untested
Modem
Calls
Untested
SMS
Untested
Mobile data
Untested
Miscellaneous
FDE
Full disk encryption and unlocking with unl0kr.
Untested
Sensors
Accelerometer
Auto screen rotation works in desktops e.g. Phosh or Plasma Mobile
Untested

Contributors

  • JBBgameich

Maintainer(s)

  • JBBgameich

How to enter flash mode

Run adb reboot bootloader from the recovery or stock ROM. Alternatively choose fastboot in the early boot menu (only appears if your bootloader is unlocked) by using the volume buttons.

Installation

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