Many are interested in the question of how to make another from one operating system on a phone. This is possible with the help of "firmware". Consider such popular systems as Android and Windows phone.

We make Android from Windows Phone

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First, make sure you back up your device. This can be done by a function in the phone or a special program (for example, Titanium Bekap). If something goes wrong or you want to return everything back, then such a copy will help you do it without any problems. Also, a backup copy will help you install on a ready-made flashed smartphone to return all your important documents, photos, images, videos and other files. In order to check if there are backups in the phone’s memory, you need to go to the phone settings, to the “Backups” tab.

There are a lot of phone models on Windows OS, but they have the same firmware principle. The firmware can be done in two ways: installing Android on a memory card and running it directly from the Windows system and installing Android in the phone's memory.

The main files that are present in the firmware program:

  1. Initrd.gz is a file system. Used to run Android from a flash drive.
  2. Haret.exe- system file, which ensures that the entire Android platform is loaded.
  3. Zimage is the core for Android.
  4. Default.txt - boot script.
  5. androidinstall.tar is the file system.
  6. androidupdate.tar is a file for updating the Android system.

Starting a new system with Windows Phone CP

With this method, all Android system folders are written to one of the root folders of the Windows Phone memory card. The folder can be anything. System path example: Memory card /OCA. Particular attention should be paid to the default.txt file and its contents. It is in it that all the information for the normal launch of a new operating system is presented.

When the Haret.exe file is launched, the smartphone loads operating system again, thanks to the parameters of the default.txt file. this means that even though the OC is copied to removable media, using native Windows is possible only after backup (restoring the state of the phone to a certain point - when the save was created). Possible problems with this installation format are restart and crash.

Starting a new system from Windows Phone memory

The file that is installed in the smartphone's memory is .nbh. For our case, it should be called polaimg-panel1-320-17-06-10.nbh, where each part has its own meaning. The first word is the type of smartphone (manufacturer), the second is the model, the first digit is the screen resolution, the last three digits are the release date of this file. We select the firmware version ourselves, depending on personal preferences.

  1. With the help of special programs, we get root rights to the smartphone. This can be done using programs such as: Framaroot, Root Genius, iRoot, RomasterSy and others.
  2. Download the utility required for the firmware. For each model of phone and tablet, it has its own. If we take the most common ones, then for HTC these are Custom programs.
  3. We format the memory card using the program designed for this - Fat 32. It is better to take the class of the memory card 10 so that there are no problems in the future. We create a folder on it, which we call andboot. From the firmware, select the androidinstall.tar file and, if available, androidupdate.tar and place them in the folder created on the flash drive.
  4. Connect the device to the computer with a USB cable without a memory card! On the computer, create a folder with any name and transfer the Custom program and the .nbh file to it.
  5. We launch the program from the Custom RUU folder and follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The last thing you need to press the button labeled Update and wait for the end of the progress. After it restarts and hangs.
  6. We insert the previously prepared memory card into the device and simultaneously press the volume button "-" and the power off button (turn it on in soft reset mode). We are waiting until the inscription “Hold down Volume Up or DPad center to launch installer” appears on the smartphone screen. As soon as we observe it on the screen, we press the center of the joystick button (or the “+” button on the volume). The device will enter the menu for installing a new operating system.
  7. In the menu that appears, select Sys on NAND / Data on NAND. Below you need to select Install System and wait until the system is installed. If the androidupdate.tar file was moved to the memory card, then select the Install Update item and wait for the return to the main menu. Next, you need to click on Fix Permissions and wait.
  8. Next, reboot the device again in soft reboot mode. After that, the device can boot for quite a long time (from 5 to 20 minutes), everything is ready!

Modern smartphones and tablets are practically compact computers, that is, similar experiments can be carried out with them, and if Android is used as the operating system, then possible research with the device is almost unlimited.

Obstacles can only be the resource capabilities of the gadget itself and the limited imagination of the user. Below is a description of the necessary steps on how to make a Windows Phone from an android device.

Options for the implementation of the task

There are two main methods to turn an Android device into a "Windows background":

  • Use for this purpose a specially designed windows emulator, which operates in the Android environment;
  • Install "Windows" in the gadget, after removing Android.

Of course, you can just buy a Windows phone in the store, but many users know firsthand that these smartphones have adopted not only the high demands of the computer OS of the same name, but also its many bugs.

Therefore, to get acquainted with the colorful interface and to get to know the functionality of the development of Microsoft, it is more advisable to use your familiar and reliable android smartphone.

A lot of users are attracted by the relatively new OS for mobile devices, its unusual tiled interface and saturation with bright colors.

Next, consider how to install this system on an android background. And if the owner eventually gets bored with Windows, then it will not be difficult for him to switch back to reliable and functional Android.

Method 1: Using the emulator

This is the easiest way, since there is no need to search for the necessary software on Internet resources and flash the gadget.

Almost all that is required of the user is to visit the usual Google Play Store and follow these steps:

  1. In the search line "market" type "Launcher Windows Phone 8";
  2. In the displayed list of applications, find and click on the above launcher;
  3. Install the program and run;
  4. Ready.

After installing the application, the Windows Background 8 splash screen will be displayed. All the most popular functions to use will appear on the display of the mobile device: calls, short messages, contacts, browser, calendar, alarm clock, Facebook, etc.

Description of some of the features received by the owner of the device with a new shell

Here the user can customize the pages at his discretion. It can adjust the colors and sizes of tiles, set any image as a background. On the home page You can adjust the transparency of the icons.

The use of various widgets is available, for example, weather forecasts, etc. The function of adding pages and moving between the created windows of program shortcuts is also conveniently implemented.

If you move from the main window to the right one, icons will appear. The user can change their location as it suits him (by default they are arranged in alphabetical order). You can hide some shortcuts, for example, to access the Sberbank card.

It should be noted that even the lock screen will become exactly the same as in Windows Phone, but it can be easily adjusted, so the smartphone owner can choose the most convenient way unlock.

To do this, you just need to open "Settings" and go to the "System Wallpaper" section. Here the program will help you quickly find and install new ones from the Internet.

Unfortunately, a complete modification of the emulator is available only for money (about 200 rubles), but at the same time, the owner of the android device will provide himself with a colorful tiled interface and good functionality.

Method 2: Flashing Android to Windows

If the owner of an android device is thinking about how to reflash his device, then this procedure is already somewhat more complicated and will require some important nuances to be taken into account.

The modern Windows for smartphones at Microsoft is tailored for x86 processors.

The fact is that Android is mainly designed for ARM. In the case when the user's mobile device has x86 architecture, then you can proceed with the flashing.

To do this, you will need to perform the following sequential steps:


Note: if the gadget does not have suitable software, then it is advisable to use the hub.

Then the OS is installed completely in the same way as in the computer. If the distribution does not contain the appropriate drivers, then you will need to download them from the global network.

The modern user has the opportunity to choose among a fairly wide range of devices of all stripes with different architectures and running on different operating systems. Tablets for the most part operate under the Android OS, but there are many other options, in particular the well-known Windows, which has long migrated from stationary PCs to mobile devices. Admirers of "windows" often seek to equip their tablets with the good old operating system, because, whatever one may say, the familiar interface warms the soul, and sometimes it is simply necessary to perform certain tasks. All existing operating systems offer users different levels of comfort and functionality. The Windows operating system makes it possible to feel "at home" on portable devices, allowing you to stay within your comfort zone. In addition to the differences in the working environment, there is also a difference in the requirements for hardware; on low-power tablets with a processor of less than two cores, you can not even try to install “windows”.

Methodology Windows installation on an Android tablet.

By the way, for those who cannot make a choice or do not consider it necessary to choose, tablets have been created with a variable launch of one or another system from those installed nearby. It is possible to implement Dual Boot with your own hands, if the processor architecture and user skills allow. Of course, best solution there will be a purchase of a device with the system that you prefer pre-installed, but everyone has their own reasons for wanting to put Windows on an Android tablet. Often the choice is due to professional activities, because many programs are tailored specifically for Windows. Also, the user may be interested in games that run on this platform. Well, if the question is only in the interface and familiar navigation, then the solution is much simpler - in the Google Play Market app store you can download a launcher for Android that will imitate the outer shell of a "window" operating system. In this case, the system itself will not be affected, so there is no question of the incorrect operation of the device in this case.

Reinstalling the system on a tablet is not as easy as on a stationary PC. In addition, due to the efforts of an amateur, as a result of incorrect actions, things can take a completely undesirable turn. There are risks of turning the device into a brick, even if the hardware fits the platform being installed, among other things, you will immediately lose the warranty on the tablet, so you should not install a full-fledged OS unless absolutely necessary, and ordinary emulation using special software is suitable for solving many problems.

Unlike an operating system emulator, a full installation of Windows on a tablet is not always possible. It's all about big OS requests, it's more demanding than Android, and you first need to determine if the OS is supported specific device. Requirements are imposed on hardware, memory size, but no less important, in addition to the desire to personally equip the device with another resource management system, the user also needs the appropriate skills. Installing Windows on a tablet instead of Android is troublesome, but in capable hands it is quite feasible. To correctly install the OS, the following conditions are required:

  • CPU with i386/ARM architecture. Processors manufactured by VIA, AMD, IDT, Transmeta are cross-platform;
  • two, and preferably a quad-core (with a core frequency of at least 3 GHz) tablet with 2 GB of RAM for Windows 7, 8, 10.

As you understand, to install "windows" you will need to have a high-performance tablet equipped with powerful processor. Otherwise, even if the system can be installed, device freezes are guaranteed. In addition, you need to take care of the latest drivers in advance, which will ensure the correct operation of the operating system.

Required Tools

Having previously decided which system will be installed, and having found out whether there are enough device resources for it, we are preparing the appropriate tools to perform the work. To install Windows 10, 8, 7 on a tablet, you will need the following tools:

  • a bootable flash drive or SD card with a capacity of 8-16 GB (depending on the selected OS version) with an image file or Windows distribution recorded on it, you can also use a disk, burn it or buy it ready;
  • an external DVD drive, if a disc is used as the distribution medium;
  • USB hub with three free ports;
  • USB mouse, keyboard.

Write Windows to a flash drive

In addition to the fact that you need to get a copy of the OS, its image must not only be thrown onto the media, but also make the flash drive bootable, because we need to install the system, and not drag data from one place to another. For this purpose, special software is used, for example, Media Creation Tool, WinSetupFromUSB, UltraISO, Rufus and others. Write a bootable flash drive using specialized software, easy enough, the program will create it automatically, you just need to specify the path to the image file and start the process using the existing functionality. Consider, using the example of a simple free Rufus utility, the procedure for creating a bootable USB flash drive for installing Windows 7 on a tablet:

  • download and install Rufus from the official resource, run the utility;
  • in the "Device" section, the flash drive to which we will record should be indicated;
  • specify the path to the Windows image file;
  • the “Partition scheme” item involves choosing a scheme for the disk where Windows will be installed - MBR (for Legacy / CSM) or GPT (for UEFI). The parameters in the Target system column will change automatically;
  • the rest of the values ​​​​will be written by default after choosing a distribution;
  • press the "Start" button, confirm the action and wait for the end of the recording process.

AT new version The Rufus 3 utility does not provide a bootable USB flash drive for XP, so the software is suitable for more recent Windows 7, 8, 10.

Practical Ways to Run the Windows Platform on Android Devices

Before taking decisive action, it is important to decide on the purpose of installing "windows" on your tablet and resort to the appropriate implementation method:

  • if you are used to the Windows interface, and the functionality is not so necessary, install the launcher, which will be a graphical shell of Windows, while all Android functionality will remain in the same place;
  • to be able to play games not intended for Android systems, an emulator that simulates the working environment of Windows OS is quite suitable;
  • if it is absolutely necessary to use the operating system as a working axis, Windows is installed on top of Android;
  • if you want to use both operating systems on one device, the best solution would be to purchase a multi-platform device that supports different operating systems with the ability to switch between them, or a device with processor characteristics that allow you to put different operating systems side by side.

Having decided on what Windows is needed for, we choose how it would be more expedient to port the platform to the device. Consider how to install Windows on a tablet different ways according to your goals.

Emulating Windows with Android

Installing a window system emulator on an Android tablet is the most safe way implementation of the OS environment. Even an inexperienced user can perform the procedure using the instructions. There are various programs that mimic Windows, such as QEMU or BOCSH. The first one is no longer supported by developers, so the latest versions of the OS cannot be emulated using it. But BOCSH is a universal utility and allows you to port any Windows version as a guest operating system. To carry out the procedure, we perform the following steps:

  • download and install BOCSH on an Android device;
  • download the SDL archive for BOCSH containing the BIOS and drivers and unpack it into the SDL folder previously created on the device's memory card;
  • we load the Windows image in IMG format into the same SDL directory (to run the G8 or the version above, the image is converted from ISO to IMG, for which there is special software, such as MagicISO, PowerISO, UltraISO and others);
  • run the BOCSH emulator and enjoy the result.

The BOCSH utility is notable for sound support in the guest OS and stability, but here is the speed when emulating latest versions Windows leaves a lot to be desired.

Installing Windows as a Second OS

So, you have decided to put the Windows 10, 8 or 7 operating system next to Android. You are faced with a difficult task, which only confident users can do, who are also ready to part with the device if something happens. To place Windows next to Android, tablets with UEFI firmware are used, because the Recovery mode does not provide for the installation of other operating systems besides native Android. If everything goes well, at the end you will get a device with a Dual Boot system, which provides a variable launch of different operating systems that are adjacent and do not conflict with each other. The process is available only on devices whose hardware supports the installation of two software cores. In the course of work, by flashing, the standard Android Recovery is replaced with a Dual Bootloader, but at the same time, remember that the incompatibility of the hardware of the device with software or unexpected failures when swapping consoles can lead to unpleasant consequences.

It is impossible to roll back your actions in the procedure for replacing the kernel preloader, therefore, when getting down to business, you need to have certain skills and be as careful as possible. Before this work, it is useful to search the Internet for additional information - perhaps someone has already done this with the same gadget and described possible problems and ways to solve them.

In case everything does not go as expected, before proceeding with the installation of Windows, you need to do backup Android by writing it to external media, using regular means or using third-party software. Next, we perform the following actions:

  • connect an installation flash drive or SD card with Windows OS to the tablet;
  • in the UEFI console, we set the boot from the specified media (bootable flash drive);
  • install Windows 10 (8.7) by analogy with a desktop computer;
  • load the appropriate device drivers (display, wifi adapter etc.) for the correct functioning of the system.

Installing Windows instead of Android

If you decide to install Windows 7, 8 or 10, completely replacing the Android system, and the alternatives do not suit you, and the risks do not scare you, then consider how to do it. We do not forget about the condition of compatibility with the filling of the device, as well as about user skills. The process involves the following steps:

  1. We connect a bootable USB flash drive, mouse, keyboard to the tablet via a USB hub.
  2. We perform a restart and go to UEFI mode by pressing the F key
  3. We put the boot from a bootable USB flash drive and after starting the installer, select the option "Full installation".
  4. We delete, create a new one and format partition C in the device’s memory, after which its original size will be visible. It can be divided into sections C and D for convenience, by analogy with installing an operating system on a computer. Partitioning the disk will remove the shell and core of the Android OS, in place of which Windows will be installed.
  5. Apply and confirm the selected actions.
  6. We start the installation of Windows.

Upon completion of the procedure, you will have Windows on your tablet without the alternative of running Android. If there is space left on the D drive, you can return Android by setting the OS as the second one.

Despite the seeming simplicity of porting "windows" to an Android tablet and the analogy with normal installation Windows on a PC, in fact, the process requires great care on the part of the user, starting from finding out the characteristics of the device and preparing to perform actions, and ending with the installation itself. Only in the case of skillfully performed manipulations can one count on the success of the implementation of the "non-native" platform on the device.

USB flash drives are very useful, but not everyone has one on hand when they need it and when they need a bootable system, like a disk Windows Recovery, every time you want to install Windows 10 on your computer.

Thanks to Drivedroid, you can simply use the Android phone you carry with you to download and install Windows 10 on your computer. It takes only a few minutes. In this article, you will learn about how to install windows from using Android smartphone the fastest way.

How to install Windows using an Android smartphone: Requirements

By the way, we already talked about that earlier.

Before proceeding with this guide, make sure you have the following:

  1. Root on an Android device
  2. 4.5 GB of free space on your Android device
  3. Windows 10 ISO File

Setting

First, you need to install Drivedroid on your device. Run google app Play Store on your device, search for "Drivedroid" and install it there on your phone.

After installing it, you can run the USB setup wizard to set up the application. Click "Setting" to get started

It will check that your device has not been blacklisted. Click "Continue" and then grant access to the application's root file.

Then connect your Android device to PC with a USB cable.

You need to select from the list of USB systems to work with USB. Most devices will work from the first accessible system USB.

Finally, open the file manager on your PC and make sure your device is mounted as a USB drive or CD. This means that your device works well with Drivedroid. You can close the Wizard and continue with the rest of the tutorial.

If your device doesn't show up at all, go back to the previous page and try other USB systems until you get it working.

Create a Windows 10 Boot Image

Once you've changed the initial setting, creating a bootable Windows 10 ISO on your Android device should be a walk in the park.

Follow the instructions below and make sure your device remains connected to your computer before continuing.

1. Download the latest Windows 10 ISO file and move it to your device's internal storage or SD card.

2. Launch Drivedroid and click the "+" button at the bottom of the screen.

3. Select Add image from file.

4. Name your image and tap the magnifying glass icon to select the ISO file path. After that, click the checkmark at the top to save.

5. Click on the newly created entry and select one of the hosting options. "CD-ROM" worked for me in this case.

6. Now Windows image 10 must be mounted. Your phone will notify you that the image has been successfully mounted.

7. Finally, restart your computer and boot from the Drive where the Windows ISO is mounted.

Ready! Windows 10 should boot normally and you should be able to continue with the installation process from there. Was it very easy or what? Tell us about it. Now you know how to install Windows using an Android smartphone.

conclusions

As you understand, everything is done very simply. We tried to tell you in as much detail as possible about How to install Windows using an Android smartphone in just a few steps.

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Articles and Lifehacks

Android users who are accustomed to a certain operating system are often interested in whether it is possible to install it on their mobile device. For example, there are several ways to install Windows on your phone.

A similar procedure can be carried out both through a desktop PC and on the device itself. How to do it? This issue will be the focus of our article.

Installation on Android devices

Today's Android mobile devices are known for their wide range of new software installation options.

Surprisingly, Windows can also be installed on a tablet or smartphone running this system, such as Windows 98, Windows XP, or Windows 7.

Will the mobile device work correctly after installation? It is impossible to answer this question unambiguously. Practice shows that most often the device "freezes", or other problems occur.

Be aware that not every device is compatible with Windows.

So, for installation, we need our phone, PC or laptop with network access, as well as a Windows distribution kit.

  • To begin with, we download everything you need from the Internet (including the distribution kit, which is most often offered free of charge).
  • Next, we search the network for the sdl.zip archive with several files and download it. If you can't find it, look for these files separately.
  • The archive includes documents with the bin extension (vgabios-cirrus, bios, vgabios), as well as an SDL file in conf format.
  • In addition, you need to download a special program to install the operating system on Android smartphones. It can be easily found on the web. It weighs only 1.34 megabytes and is usually referred to as an sdlapp file with an apk extension.
  • All downloaded files are transferred to a mobile device. Let's start by going into the above archive and opening a folder called SDL.
  • Instead, you can create a similar folder and copy the necessary files there. As for the sdlapp.apk program, we install it directly on the smartphone.
  • Next, we take the c.img file from the Windows OS image and copy it to a folder called SDL. It remains to run sdlapp in apk format, and the installation will begin.
  • Please note that only mobile devices that support a certain processor architecture (i386) will be able to work correctly after that.
  • As a rule, this is typical for those processors that were manufactured by AMD, VIA and other companies.
Useful advice: it is recommended to download files when the firewall is enabled. This will help you avoid downloading malicious software.

Other installation methods

  • You can also install Windows XP using the Active Sync application (it is free to download from the Microsoft website). If the user is interested in Windows 7 or Vista, it will suit him mobile program device center.

    To install the Windows Mobile operating system on the device itself, you must use the .cab files.

  • The user will simply need to transfer the archive to his device when connected to a PC, or using a file manager, and then unzip it.
  • Open the executable file and specify the location where you want to save the program. After installation, you can find it through the Start menu. As for the installation file, it will be automatically deleted.