Android Utility Tool v156 - New Features and Updates

Android Utility Tool v156: New Features and Updates 🚀

Android Utility PRO (AUP) Version 156.00.4566:30:09:2024 brings exciting updates, including the ability to dump MTK hardware keys directly from PRELOADER mode, which simplifies operations that previously required BOOTROM mode. This update introduces an easier process for accessing keys like RPMB, FDE, iTrustee/FBE (KM), and Provision keys using a custom DA file, thanks to the contribution of Bjorn Bkerler for implementing the DXCC Crypto API.

Key Features 🌟

Feature

Description

Dump MTK Hardware Keys in PRELOADER Mode

No need for BOOT key presses or complex hardware-level operations.

Supported Key Types

RPMB, FDE, iTrustee/FBE (KM), Provision keys.

Custom DA File Required

Essential for accessing MTK hardware keys.

DXCC Crypto API

Special thanks to Bjorn Bkerler for implementation.

This update simplifies the process by allowing the use of PRELOADER mode, making it more user-friendly.

Previous Version Highlights 🔍

  • Android Utility Tool v155: MTK Hardware Key Dump from BootROM Mode

The v155.00.4555 update added support for dumping MTK hardware keys using BOOTROM mode, including RPMB, HMAC, FDE, iTrustee/FBE, and Provision keys. This feature also owes its development to the DXCC Crypto API.

Feature

Description

Dump MTK Hardware Keys in BootROM Mode

Includes RPMB, HMAC, FDE, iTrustee/FBE, and Provision keys.

DXCC Crypto API

Thanks to Bjorn Bkerler for contribution.

Android Utility Tool v154: Rubber Boot Option Recall 🔄

In v154.00.4512, the Rubber Boot option, which was accidentally removed, was restored for Samsung A03 (A035F/G/M) and Samsung A03 Core (A032F). This version allows boot repair even if the device is bricked, protected, or locked in fastboot mode after a test point operation.

Affected Devices

Details

Samsung A03 (A035F/G/M)

Boot repair available even for locked or bricked devices.

Samsung A03 Core (A032F)

Fixed fastboot and protection issues.

Android Utility Tool v152: New Features for Nokia Devices 📱

AUP v152.02.4502 added new features for Nokia devices, including the ability to extract NB0 Firmware, reboot Fastboot to FastbootD, and reboot FastbootD to Recovery.

Feature

Description

Nokia NB0 Firmware Extract

New firmware extraction support for Nokia devices.

Reboot Fastboot to FastbootD

Switch between fastboot modes.

Reboot FastbootD to Recovery

Access recovery mode from FastbootD.

Android Utility Tool v150: UniSoc CPU Update 🔧

v150.00.4499 brought minor fixes and expanded support for UniSoc CPU devices, improving the tool's compatibility with more models. Additionally, the FRP-related issue with VIVO devices was resolved, requiring a dongle for advanced features.

Feature

Description

UniSoc CPU Update

More devices supported for UniSoc CPUs.

VIVO FRP Fix

Solved the "Just a sec" issue after FRP bypass.

Android Utility Tool v148: Dongle Requirement for New Features 🛠️

v148.00.4488 introduced advanced features requiring the use of a dongle. For users without a dongle, basic functionalities are still available in v146. This version also addressed the Samsung UniSoC Force BROM option, which might not work on some devices due to security protocols.

Feature

Description

Dongle Requirement

Advanced features require a dongle.

Samsung UniSoC Force BROM

May work on some devices, security-dependent.

How to Install Android Utility Tool 🖥️

Follow these steps to install the Android Utility Tool on your device:
  1. Download the tool from the provided link.
  2. Extract the files to your desktop or the C: drive.
  3. Run "AndroidUtility.exe" from the extracted folder.
  4. If prompted with a Smart Card error, connect a dongle to your computer.
  5. Once the tool is open, connect your Android device to the computer.
Select the function you want to perform and enjoy the new update! 🎉

Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (A032F) Repair Without Test Point 🔧

To handle Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (A032F) issues without breaking the back or reaching a test point, you can use the UniSoC Force BROM option from Android Utility. Here’s how:
Steps:
  • Connect the device in MTP mode.
  • Use Pandora to operate.
  • Extract the uboot-spl-16k sector from the BL file.
  • Rename it to sploader.bin and restore from backup using Pandora’s Box.
Stay tuned for more updates and enhancements! 🎉