How to distinguish global firmware from Chinese Huawei

Why is it important?

Devices for the global market are subject to its rules. This, in turn, plays an important role in the security of the smartphone. Such devices are subject to the laws of the countries in which they are distributed. For example, in the EU, data is protected according to its laws, and in the EAC according to the laws of the Eurasian Union.

For Chinese versions, different software and other equipment are provided. Even if a smartphone from China has a number of functional advantages, its comfortable performance is not guaranteed. Moreover, other options will be limited.

A phone re-flashed for the global market may stop working at any time. It can only be unlocked through a service center. It is important to note that in this case the warranty does not apply to repairs.

The temptation of a low price can be worth the comfortable use. In the end, such a purchase can lead to complete inoperability of the gadget. We recommend that you carefully read the differences between the firmwares before purchasing.

Firmware for Huawei Ascend P6

Official firmware Android 4.2 [stock ROM file] - [Recovery] Huawei custom firmware -

If custom or official firmware for Huawei has not yet been added here, then create a topic on the forum, in the Android firmware section, our specialists will quickly and free of charge help, incl. with backup and manuals. Just don’t forget to write a review about your smartphone - this is extremely important. Firmware for Huawei Ascend P6 will also appear on this page. Please note that this Huawei model requires a custom ROM file, so you should not try firmware files from other devices.

What custom firmware are there?

MIUI
CM - CyanogenMod
LineageOS
Paranoid Android
OmniROM
Temasek's

All firmware

AICP (Android Ice Cold Project)
RR (Resurrection Remix)
MK(MoKee)
FlymeOS
Bliss
crDroid
Illusion ROMS
Pacman ROM
AOKP

Problems and shortcomings of a Huawei smartphone and how to fix them?

If Ascend P6 does not turn on, for example, you see a white screen, hangs on the splash screen, or the notification indicator only blinks (possibly after charging).
If stuck during update / stuck when turned on (needs flashing, 100%)
Doesn't charge (usually hardware problems)
Does not see the SIM card (SIM card)
The camera does not work (mostly hardware problems)
The sensor does not work (depends on the situation)

For all these problems, contact the forum (you just need to create a topic), specialists will help for free.

Differences between Chinese and global versions of Huawei and Honor

Sometimes it is quite difficult to distinguish between smartphone versions. Sellers try their best to disguise them so that they do not raise doubts among buyers. For example, they unlock the bootloader and make their own adjustments to the boot and operation of the device.

This only increases the chance of the gadget being blocked in the future. You can distinguish such a device using the inscription “Bootloader unlocked” under the company logo when you turn on the device.

Of course, devices from China will not have Google services. And let this fact not surprise anyone now when it comes to new devices, but in this case this also applies to old devices. Fortunately, installing them is no more difficult than installing them on the global version.

Why update the firmware on Android

Everyone's motives are different, but mostly to eradicate some problems with the phone.

There is a problem with the front or rear camera.
There is a problem with the display response, or more specifically, with the response speed.
I would like to see the new Android Pie 9.0.
I'm tired of the old version of Android and want to expand its functionality.
The phone doesn't want to turn on.
The phone stopped charging.

How to distinguish global firmware from Chinese?

There are at least 5 working methods that will help you recognize the regionality of a device. From simple and unambiguous to tasks with a star. Let's consider all the options in more detail.

With box

The most obvious way is to inspect the box. Pay attention to the front and back sides, as well as the stickers.

The original box should not have Chinese on any side, especially in the model names. Stickers and signs indicating the level of certification are placed on the back, as well as on the sides. For example, boxes from China may not have stickers, but the certification will be according to Chinese standards. You may not find English at all.

If the box has one of these marks, the device is most likely created for the global market

In addition, one of the stickers has a book icon with an exclamation mark. It shows a table listing the countries for which the device is released. In the case of the global version, any country abbreviations can be listed except China (CN). Even if your country is not on the list, there is nothing to worry about. Perhaps the device was simply ordered from another country. This does not affect performance.

On European versions there is the inscription: “Notice: This device may be operated in all member states of the EU,” which means the device is intended for the markets of EU countries.

Unfortunately, if the seller wants to deceive the buyer, this method of verification will be obvious to him. Most likely, he will simply replace the box.

Distinguish global firmware from Chinese firmware by configuration

In the case of HUAWEI, the configuration of devices differs depending on the country of sale. In addition to special charging blocks, some elements may be missing or, conversely, present in the kit.

Set of information brochures for HUAWEI P40 purchased in Poland

The most important factor is charging. If the connector is not European, then this is a serious reason to think about replacing the device with its Chinese version. In addition, the package may not contain instructions in other languages. The warranty card will also be in the language of the country of purchase. As in the previous case, the brochures must display certification marks.

Using the device cover

You can often find additional information on the cover of the equipment. On HUAWEI devices, these are most often certification marks and a serial number.

Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Moreover, the seller can replace the engraved marks with similar stickers.

Via IMEI or serial number

You can find out the origin of HUAWEI equipment by IMEI or serial number on the official website. There is a dedicated warranty check page for this purpose. In addition to the standard function, the page displays the country of purchase of the device, which will correspond to its firmware.

You can find out the device serial number or IMEI in three ways:

Open Settings > About Phone .
Through the Phone enter the number *#06# .
Look on the lid or box.

In addition to the official website, you can check the warranty and country of origin here. The site administration is not responsible for the information posted on this page.

How to flash Huawei Ascend P6

Installation and updating can be done with your own hands using programs for firmware, free of charge, the links contain both original, that is, stock, official (not modified), and custom firmware, that is, alternative, all with instructions.

First you need to download the firmware by selecting one of the options below. Along with it in the archive is the necessary set of programs (TWRP and others).
Next, unpack the archive and find the file “instructions_rootgadget.txt“. The archive can be unpacked using any archiver (7ZIP, WinRar and others).
The firmware file contained in the zip archive must be downloaded to a memory card or smartphone memory.
For other information and sequence of actions, see the text instructions.

Firmware Huawei Ascend P6

Choose what you like, but it is best to download the most modern versions, they have more optimized energy consumption and other joys of life.

Android Pie 9.0 is a flagship OS, one might say, but still a little unfinished. URL: yourtopfile.info/android9pie
8.0 Oreo is an excellent option, with a minimum of bugs and rich functionality, but version 9 is certainly better. URL: yourtopfile.info/android8oreo
7.0 Nougat is a stable version in all respects, it works even on low-power hardware. URL: yourtopfile.info/android7nougat
6.0 Marshmallow - versions 5 and 6 are already really old, although they were once the pinnacle of progress. But if you switch to them from versions 3 or 4, then of course the difference is very noticeable. URL: yourtopfile.info/android6
Android 10 URL: yourtopfile.info/android10
Android 11 URL: yourtopfile.info/android11

Firmware for Huawei Ascend P6S

Official firmware Android 4.2 [stock ROM file] - [Recovery] Huawei custom firmware -

If custom or official firmware for Huawei has not yet been added here, then create a topic on the forum, in the Android firmware section, our specialists will quickly and free of charge help, incl. with backup and manuals. Just don’t forget to write a review about your smartphone - this is extremely important. Firmware for Huawei Ascend P6S will also appear on this page. Please note that this Huawei model requires a custom ROM file, so you should not try firmware files from other devices.

What custom firmware are there?

MIUI
CM - CyanogenMod
LineageOS
Paranoid Android
OmniROM
Temasek's

All firmware

AICP (Android Ice Cold Project)
RR (Resurrection Remix)
MK(MoKee)
FlymeOS
Bliss
crDroid
Illusion ROMS
Pacman ROM
AOKP

Problems and shortcomings of a Huawei smartphone and how to fix them?

If the Ascend P6S does not turn on, for example, you see a white screen, hangs on the splash screen, or the notification indicator only blinks (possibly after charging).
If stuck during update / stuck when turned on (needs flashing, 100%)
Doesn't charge (usually hardware problems)
Does not see the SIM card (SIM card)
The camera does not work (mostly hardware problems)
The sensor does not work (depends on the situation)

For all these problems, contact the forum (you just need to create a topic), specialists will help for free.

Hard Reset for Huawei Ascend P6

Instructions on how to do a Hard Reset on Huawei Ascend P6 (factory reset). We recommend that you familiarize yourself with a visual guide called resetting settings on Android. .

Reset codes (open the dialer and enter them).

*2767*3855#
*#*#7780#*#*
*#*#7378423#*#*

Hard Reset via Recovery

Turn off your device -> go to Recovery
"wipe data/factory reset"
“yes - delete all user data” -> “Reboot System”

How to log into Recovery?

hold down Vol(-) [volume down], or Vol(+) [volume up] and the Power button
A menu with the Android logo will appear. That's it, you are in Recovery!

Resetting your Huawei Ascend P6 can be done in a very simple way:

Settings->Backup and reset
Reset settings (at the very bottom)

Hard Reset for Huawei Ascend P6S

Instructions on how to do a Hard Reset on Huawei Ascend P6S (factory reset). We recommend that you familiarize yourself with a visual guide called resetting settings on Android. .

Reset codes (open the dialer and enter them).