/e/OS Weekly Development and Testing Activities
Summary of weekly development and testing activities by /e/OS developers and volunteers.
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Release Information
Next Release: v3.2
ETA: Mid October
Tentative list of fixes and optimizing to come as part of v3.2
- Coming with v3.2
- Google Pixel 8 ‘shiba’ official A14 to A15
- Google Pixel 7 ‘panther’ official A13 to A15
- FP5 A14 to A15 OTA OS upgrade (installation of v3.1.4 required to view this build)
- FP4 vendor patch update moved to v3.2 release
Current Release: v3.1.4
Status: Released
Key Features:
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September security patch
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Browser updated to latest upstream Android patches
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FP3 vendor patch updated
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FP4 vendor patch update moved to v3.2 release
Team working on releasing the next set of devices on A15 which will come along with v3.2. ETA would be mid of October
List of devices for which the A15 build failed
|Vendor | Device Name | CodeName|
|— | — | —|
|ASUS | ZenFone 8 | sake|
|Essential | Essential PH-1 | mata|
|F(x)tec | Pro¹ | pro1|
|Fairphone | FP3/3+ | FP3|
|Fairphone | FP4 | FP4|
|Google | Pixel 4a 5G | bramble|
|Google | Pixel 4a | sunfish|
|Google | Pixel 8a | akita|
|Google | Pixel 5a | barbet|
|Google | Pixel 3 | blueline|
|Google | Pixel 3a XL | bonito|
|Google | Pixel 9 Pro Fold | comet|
|Google | Pixel 4 XL | coral|
|Google | Pixel 3 XL | crosshatch|
|Google | Pixel XL | marlin|
|Google | Pixel 5 | redfin|
|Google | Pixel 3a | sargo|
|Lenovo | Z5 Pro GT | heart|
|Lenovo | Z6 Pro | zippo|
|LG | G7 ThinQ | g710ulm|
|Motorola | Moto G7 | river|
|Motorola | edge 40 pro | rtwo|
|Motorola | moto g84 5G | bangkk|
|Motorola | Moto Z3 Play | beckham|
|Motorola | edge 20 | berlin|
|Motorola | edge 2021 | berlna|
|Motorola | moto g power 2021 | borneo|
|Motorola | moto g10 | capri|
|Motorola | moto g30 | caprip|
|Motorola | moto g9 power | cebu|
|Motorola | moto g32 | devon|
|Motorola | edge 30 | dubai|
|Motorola | Moto G6 Plus | evert|
|Motorola | moto g 5G - 2024 | fogo|
|Motorola | moto g34 5G | fogos|
|Motorola | moto e7 plus | guam|
|Motorola | moto g9 | guamp|
|Motorola | moto g42 | hawao|
|Motorola | Moto G 5G / Motorola One 5G Ace | kiev|
|Motorola | Moto G7 Plus | lake|
|Motorola | moto z3 | messi|
|Motorola | edge 30 neo | miami|
|Motorola | Moto G 5G Plus / Motorola One 5G | nairo|
|Motorola | Moto Z2 Force | nash|
|Motorola | Edge S / Moto G100 | nio|
|Motorola | Moto X4 | payton|
|Motorola | edge 20 pro | pstar|
|Motorola | moto g52 | rhode|
|Motorola | moto g82 5G | rhodep|
|Motorola | moto g200 5G | xpeng|
|Nubia | Mini 5G | TP1803|
|OnePlus | 7 | guacamoleb|
|OnePlus | 7T | hotdogb|
|OnePlus | 9 | lemonade|
|OnePlus | 9 Pro | lemonadep|
|OnePlus | Nord N200 | dre|
|OnePlus | 5T | dumpling|
|OnePlus | 7 Pro | guacamole|
|OnePlus | 7T Pro | hotdog|
|OnePlus | 8 | instantnoodle|
|OnePlus | 8 Pro | instantnoodlep|
|OnePlus | 8T | kebab|
|OnePlus | 9R | lemonades|
|OnePlus | 9RT | martini|
|OnePlus | 11 5G | salami|
|Razer | Phone 2 | aura|
|Realme | 10 Pro 5G | luigi|
|Realme | 9 Pro 5G | oscar|
|Samsung | Galaxy A52 4G | a52q|
|Samsung | Galaxy S10 5G | beyondx|
|Samsung | Galaxy Tab S5e | gts4lv|
|Samsung | Galaxy Tab S7 | gts7lwifi|
|SHIFT | SHIFT6mq | axolotl|
|Sony | Xperia XA2 Ultra | discovery|
|Sony | Xperia 10 | kirin|
|Sony | Xperia 10 Plus | mermaid|
|Sony | Xperia 1 II | pdx203|
|Sony | Xperia 5 II | pdx206|
|Sony | Xperia 5 III | pdx214|
|Sony | Xperia 1 III | pdx215|
|Sony | Xperia 1 V | pdx234|
|Sony | Xperia XA2 | pioneer|
|Sony | Xperia XA2 Plus | voyager|
|Xiaomi | Poco F1 | beryllium|
|Xiaomi | Mi 6 | sagit|
|Xiaomi | POCO F3 / Redmi K40 / Mi 11X | alioth|
|Xiaomi | Mi 10T / Mi 10T Pro / Redmi K30S Ultra | apollon|
|Xiaomi | Mi MIX 2 | chiron|
|Xiaomi | Redmi K20 / Mi 9T | davinci|
|Xiaomi | Mi 8 | dipper|
|Xiaomi | Mi 8 Pro | equuleus|
|Xiaomi | Redmi Note 8 / 8T | ginkgo|
|Xiaomi | Redmi 7A / 8 / 8A / 8A Dual | Mi439|
|Xiaomi | Redmi 4A / 5A / [Note 5A / Y1 - Lite] | Mi8917|
|Xiaomi | Redmi 3S | Mi8937|
|Xiaomi | Mi A3 | laurel_sprout|
|Xiaomi | Mi MIX 3 | perseus|
|Xiaomi | Mi MIX 2S | polaris|
|Xiaomi | Redmi Note 10 Pro | sweet|
|Xiaomi | Mi 8 Explorer Edition | ursa|
|Xiaomi | Redmi Note 7 Pro | violet|
Issues reported in v3.1.4
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FP6 random rebooting. The issue has been observed on Stock ROM as well. Team has created an issue in gitlab and requests impacted users to share logs in the issue.
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Google Pixel 7 ‘panther’ - did not get the A13 official. A15 official build expected to be released with v3.2
/e/OS - A15 - /e/OS V
Status: Released - First batch of device builds available
Highlights:
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First batch of device builds on A15 has been released
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Second batch of device builds on A15
Known Issues:
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Some device builds failed during compilation due to last-minute upstream code updates
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These builds will be released in v3.2
Important Announcements
A12 - /e/OS S - Support Ending
Effective Immediately:
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Support for A12 (/e/OS S) discontinued
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Official A12 builds are an exception. They will continue getting A12 builds until we are ready to migrated to A13 or higher
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This aligns with our policy of supporting three OS versions simultaneously
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All supported devices will be pushed to higher OS versions where possible
Recommendation for Users:
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We recommend users on A12 community builds should migrate to the A12 official build
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Take a backup before proceeding
Server Outage Status
Current Status: RESOLVED
Murena Cloud Services and File Drive Access
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Access restored for all users
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Apps enabled on the Murena Cloud Dashboard
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Sync for some apps may not work - see details here
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NextCloud Desktop client works with
client synchronization
enabled
MurenaRecovery Folder
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Being enabled and made visible for all users
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Started with premium users, expanded to all impacted users
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The folder Will be visible for several months (end date TBD)
Important Actions for Users:
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Back up your device data to avoid overwriting older files
Notes Sync
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Cloud sync possible post v2.9 release
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If not syncing after v2.9 upgrade,read the next section. Backup local notes before proceeding
Client Synchronization Setup
To enable data sync between device and cloud:
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Log into your Murena account
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Go to Dashboard → Your Profile (top right)
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Navigate to Settings → Client Synchronization (left sidebar)
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Enable the checkbox
Note: Only enable if you want device and cloud data to be in sync. Keep unchecked if you prefer separate data storage.
Documentation Updates
Documentation Released
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Murena Find - replacement for Spot (documentation updated)
Version Naming Convention Update
New Standard: Using OS version numbers instead of letters
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/e/OS V
→ A15 -
/e/OS U
→ A14 -
/e/OS T
→ A13 -
/e/OS S
→ A12 -
/e/OS R
→ A11 -
/e/OS Q
→ A10 -
/e/OS P
→ A9 -
/e/OS O
→ A8 -
/e/OS N
→ A7
This change eliminates confusion in version tracking.
Security Information
Security Patch Release Process
Complete explanation available here
Upcoming Releases
A15 Device Lists
Existing Devices:
New Devices:
Note: These are initial lists. Some devices may not support A15. Lists will be updated based on user and build team feedback.
Release Schedule
Ongoing Development
🛠️ Active Development Tasks
/e/OS GSI on T (A13)
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Team exploring OTA availability
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App development for compatibility detection
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ETA to be shared
Previous Releases & User Feedback
Feedback Threads
Murena Cloud and Self-Hosting
Murena Cloud
Current Version: 30.0.14.11
Resources:
Self-Hosting
Current Version: v26.0.8.23
Resources:
Status:
Self-hosting guide update pending
🔍 How to Check NextCloud Version
Method 1: Murena Settings
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Go to Murena Settings
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Look for “NextCloud xx user documentation”
Method 2: NextCloud Scan
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Visit NextCloud scan link
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Input
https://murena.io
Note: If MurenaCloud patch number differs from NC patch number, the rating may appear as bad. This is normal - patches are tested before deployment.
GSI (Generic System Image)
Current Version: /e/OS A10 v1.17
Resources:
Next Version: /e/OS T (A13)
- skipping A11 and A12
Release dates to be announced
OS OTA Information
✅ Completed Upgrades
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FP5 - Fairphone: U (A14) → V(A15)
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FP4 - Fairphone : S (A12) → T (A13)
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S9/9+ - Samsung : R (A11) → S (A12)
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GS290 - Gigaset : R (A11) → S (A12)
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GS290 - Gigaset : Q (A10) → R (A11)
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avicii - OnePlus : A12
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FP3 - Fairphone : S (A12) → T (A13)
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S7/7+ - Samsung : R (A11) → S (A12)
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FP4 - Fairphone : T (A13) → U (A14)
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S8/8+ - Samsung : R (A11) → S (A12)
Note: All OTA upgrades are for stable or official builds.
🧪 Testing Phase
- avicii - OnePlus : S (A12) → U (A14)
📋 To Be Planned
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FP5 - A13 → A15 (v3.3)
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FP3
📖 What is OS OTA Upgrade?
Traditional Process:
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Download correct OS build from supported device list
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Download stock ROM from vendor site (for some devices)
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Back up your data
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Install stock ROM, then /e/OS ROM
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Restore backups if needed
OTA Benefits:
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Simplifies the entire process
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Requires significant development and testing
Miscellaneous Information
Real-Time Status
🎫 Helpdesk Services
For Paying Murena Customers
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Murena device purchasers
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Paid Murena cloud account holders
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Active donors from the past year
Response Time
5-10 day response wait period due to high volume of requests.
Contact
For Free Users
Warning: Old helpdesk email IDs are no longer monitored.
📱 Device and Vendor Announcements
Gigaset GS290
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Sales stopped (vendor ceased production)
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Support continues for existing users
Murena One
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Sales stopped
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Support continues for existing users
Murena Two
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Sales stopped
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Support continues for existing users
Pre-Flashed Devices
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Available in EU, US, Canada, and Australia. Check the complete list on the Murena shop
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Purchase via Murena Shop
Important Notice
Do Not Post Test Build Information on the Forum
Why this is important:
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Test builds are untested and may cause device issues
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These builds can potentially soft brick user devices
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Such information can confuse other users who don’t see these builds in the updater
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Not all forum users are experts in custom ROM installation
For Interested Testers:
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If you understand custom ROMs and can perform basic testing
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Share feedback on the dedicated Telegram channel
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