I have an old S4 mini which is a different model from the one in the supported devices list - SCH-I435, versus GT-I9192 in the list. According to phonedb.net, the two are virtually identical. They use the same processor. The I435 has one SIM and 16 GB ROM, vs.2 SIMs and 8 GB in the 9192. The I435 is rooted, if that matters.
Given how similar the two models are, should I be able to install /e/ OS on my I435 using the instructions for the 9192?
Thanks!
– Oobleck
Hi @oobleck welcome to the /e/ forum. To try to resolve the “virtually identical” issue please try to find the device codename of your phone. You require a matching codename to install /e/. You could first try to install the AIDA64 app and / or read this [HOWTO] Find device codename.
Thanks for the reply.
ADB reports the codename is serranoltevzw. It was originally from verizon, but unlocked when I bought it.
I just found this on Reddit:
“The Verizon S4 Mini (SCH-i435) has a completely locked down bootloader. There is no getting around that.”
Am I right in thinking that makes it impossible to install /e/?
