TCL Flip 2 (T408DL)
I have been out of the loop for a while, and see that some have a problem with new KEKA firmware. Thank you Arisu Sanchez for posting this link in the comments: https://stene.xyz/flip2/
USB Debugging, Root, and APK Installation
On phones where *#*#DEBUG#*#* is blocked
Credits
- [neutronscott] (GitHub, Apps4flip) – Modified boot image & Magisk mouse module.
- [u/__Master__Of__None__] (Reddit) – MTKFastboot & resolution tool.
- [u/chet50] (Reddit) – APK for enabling dev options if rooted.
Important: This guide will fully format your device. Make sure to back up your data first.
Instructions
- Download and extract the zip: TCL Flip 2 Files
- Open "mtkfastboot & drivers", install
mtkdrivers.exe, then reboot your PC.
- Reopen folder and run
mtkfastboot.exe. A command window should say “com port found...waiting”.
- Turn off your phone, wait a few seconds, then plug it in. It should enter fastboot. If not, try holding both volume buttons while plugging in.
- Open "platform tools, files for flashing, & apks" and open CMD in that folder.
Run these commands:
fastboot devices
fastboot flashing unlock
fastboot flash boot neutron.img
fastboot reboot
After Reboot
- Dial
*#*#217703#*#*, choose Magisk, and install full version.
- Reboot, and repeat the dialer code if needed until Magisk shows version 25.2 installed.
- Enable Zygisk in Magisk settings and reboot.
Install ADBIO APK
Open browser on your phone and go to: https://tinyurl.com/adbioapk
- Click on the download notification (not File Manager).
- Allow unknown sources.
- Click Back and install the app.
- Use launcher code, open app, grant root, click enable.
ADB Commands
adb devices
adb shell settings put global development_settings_enabled 1
adb install mrepo.apk
adb install reschanger.apk
adb install esfileexplorer.apk
adb install a4faccessibility.apk
Optional: wm size 321x428 – Adjusts resolution for more screen space. Can toggle using reschanger.
Use mrepo to flash v2mouse.zip
Use ES File Explorer to browse and flash. Reboot after flashing.
Mouse Controls
- Activate: Long press
*
- Deactivate: Press
*
- Left Click:
OK or 1
- Right Click:
3
- Speed Up/Down:
Vol Up/Down
- Horizontal Scroll:
4 / 6
- Vertical Scroll:
7 / * or 9 / #
Done!
Congrats! Enjoy your liberated Flip 2!