Since this ROM is based on Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), you will face the "App Deprecation" issue. YouTube, for example, has officially dropped support for Android 7.1.2. However, there are workarounds:
The biggest mistake users make is flashing the wrong TWRP or not repartitioning the storage. If you ever see "Internal Storage = 0MB" in TWRP, your partition table is corrupt.
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TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) v3.x or higher installed on the tablet. lineage14120180419unofficialgtel3g fix
[Power Off Tablet] │ ▼ [Hold Vol Up + Home + Power] ──> Enters TWRP Recovery Mode │ ▼ [Select: Wipe -> Advanced Wipe] │ ▼ [Check: Dalvik, Cache, System, Data] ──> (Do NOT check Internal Storage) │ ▼ [Swipe to Confirm Wipe] │ ▼ [Select: Install] ──> Flash lineage-14.1-20180419-UNOFFICIAL-gtel3g.zip │ ▼ [Select: Install] ──> Flash OpenGApps (ARM / 7.1 / Pico) │ ▼ [Select: Wipe Cache & Dalvik] ──> Reboot System Alternative Upgrades for the gtel3g Platform
: Download a CPU governor control app (like SmartPack Kernel Manager).
Users have reported several issues with this build, including: Since this ROM is based on Android 7
A much lighter interface than Samsung’s original "TouchWiz."
No cellular / modem / baseband missing
The ability to run newer apps that required at least Android 7.0. 🚀 Recommendation: Upgrade to a Newer Build If you ever see "Internal Storage = 0MB"
The build is a testament to the power of the open-source community. It wasn't just about getting a newer version of Android; it was about reclaiming hardware performance and proving that a "budget" phone could still be capable and secure through community-driven innovation.
To apply this fix or a more modern equivalent, developers and users typically follow this flow: Custom Recovery : You must use a compatible version of (Team Win Recovery Project) specifically compiled for the Clean Wipe : Perform a "Clean Flash" which includes wiping System, Data, Cache, and Dalvik to prevent old configuration conflicts. Order of Operations Flash the ROM zip. (ARM, 7.1, Pico/Nano recommended). if root access is required for further system tweaks. Modern Alternatives If you are looking for more recent support for the Galaxy Tab E
The pre-installed Play Store in older GApps packages may crash or fail to connect.
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