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Before attempting to flash a custom ROM, ensure you have the following:
The Huawei Y3, a budget-friendly smartphone that was first released in 2015, has been a popular choice among Android enthusiasts due to its affordability and decent specs. However, as with any smartphone, its software capabilities are limited by its stock firmware. Fortunately, the Android community has been working tirelessly to provide custom ROMs that can breathe new life into this device. In this article, we'll explore the world of Huawei Y3 custom ROMs, their benefits, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to install them.
: You will need to flash TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) using Fastboot tools on your PC.
The Huawei Y3 is notorious for losing IMEI numbers after flashing, resulting in "No Service." Use MTK Droid Tools (for MediaTek Y3) or manually back up the /nvram folder via TWRP.
: Provides a "pure" Android experience with minimal pre-installed apps. Huawei Y3 2017 (CRO-U00) LineageOS 13.0