In this guide, we will show you the steps to install the ColorOS Global Edition ROM on your OnePlus 12R/Ace 3 and then lock the bootloader. While the devices from the Chinese OEM are providing exceptional devices with powerful specs sheets, however, one major problem still remains- its underlying OS skin. Ever since Oppo has taken control of it, the beloved OxygenOS is nowhere to be found.
Instead, we now have the bloated ColorOS with tons of unnecessary apps and an overall crappy UI/UX. With that said, the devices are sold in many regions across the globe and the firmware of one is slightly different from the other, along with a few additional perks and drawbacks. For instance, if we talk about the OnePlus Ace 3, then in China, it has ColorOS and has the worst network bands, but on the good side, it comes with a Pixelworks X7 chip.
On the other hand, the OnePlus 12R, sold in India and International comes with OxygenOS and has most network bands hardware, but is missing one 5G and one 4G in the India firmware. Finally, for OnePlus 12R, sold in North America with OxygenOS, has all the network band, and is usually the cheapest version with OxygenOS.
Out of all the regions, it’s the Chinese users who are usually on the receiving end. But not anymore! In this guide, we will make you aware of the steps to install the ColorOS Global Edition ROM on your OnePlus 12R/Ace 3 and even lock the bootloader. So without further ado, let’s get started.
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Install ColorOS Global on OnePlus 12R/Ace 3 and Lock Bootloader
Before starting off with the process, make sure to read all the FAQs given below. This will give you clarity regarding what this ROM is all about, what are its benefits, and more importantly, the drawbacks, if any. Once that is done, please take a backup of all the data on your device, just to be on the safer side. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device and data by performing the below steps.
What is the ColorOS Global ROM for Ace 3?
This is a “Hybrid” ColorOS+OxygenOS firmware, which is based on the PJE110domestic variant having version ColorOS 14.0.0.502. It comes preinstalled in Ace 3 for sale outside China, such as in Europe. Apart from that, it has a few additional benefits, such as the support for OTA and Google Apps, as explained below.
What are the Benefits of this ROM?
The biggest advantage of this firmware is the fact that you can easily unlock and relock the bootloader, which is not possible on any other custom firmware.
Does ColorOS Global ROM for Ace 3 Support OTA Updates?
Initially, you will not get OTA updates. But once you manually update by downloading the full OTA package of the ColorOS and then installing it via “Local Install”, you will then start receiving the OTA updates.
Does This ROM Have Google Apps?
Yes, it does come with pre-installed Google apps, however, they will be gone if you ever end up doing a factory reset. So if possible, please refrain from formatting your device.
So with this, you would have got a decent idea regarding the pros and cons of this ROM. Let’s now make you aware of the steps to flash this ROM onto your device right away.
Installation Steps
- First and foremost, it is highly recommended that you flash the ColorOS 14.0.0.317 OFP package. This could be done via the Oppo Flash Tool.
- Next up, download and extract the OnePlus_Ace3_PJE110_11.A.62_20240308 firmware. [Credits: XDA Senior Member banboune].
- Now you’ll have to unlock the bootloader on your device [this will reset your device and might nullify its warranty].
- Then enable USB Debugging [Settings > About Device > Version Tap on Build Number 7 Times] and connect your device to PC via USB cable.
- Now download and extract Android SDK Platform Tools on your PC.
- Then open Command Prompt inside platform-tools and type in the below command to boot your device to Fastboot Mode:
adb reboot bootloader
- Now open the 3_Upgrad phone.bat file and the flashing will now start. It could take up to 10 minutes for the process to complete.
- Once done, choose “Lock The Bootloader” and press the “Power button” to Confirm.
- Your device will boot to the OS with the bootloader locked!
That’s it. These were the steps to install the ColorOS Global Edition ROM on your OnePlus 12R/Ace 3 and then lock the bootloader. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.
