

The developer behind EX Kernel Manager, flar2, is a very well-known developer in the rooting and modding scene. If you like to install custom kernels for modding your device, chances are you may have come across the ElementalX kernel. They might occasionally end up being a lifesaver for you in some cases, too. I'll be sharing two newer apps you can use to get your manual file flashing game on without needing to have TWRP installed. This makes the old apps completely useless for today's devices.

Many of the top root-friendly Android phones use the A/B partition layout now, which the older file flashing apps do not support. Phones have changed a lot over the years, especially when it comes to rooting and modding. You might be thinking, why is this big news? Well, the apps we previously relied on for manual file flashing, such a Flashify, had been abandoned for quite some time now. Well-known custom kernel developer Francisco Franco brought the manual file flashing feature back when he updated his kernel app. With the rise of TWRP, it seemed like there was almost no need for manual file flashers however, they appear to be making a welcomed return in a big way. Manual file flashing was very popular in the early days of Android before custom recoveries started taking over. There once was a time in the Android rooting scene where we couldn't rely on using a custom recovery for all of our modding needs.
