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Flashing Mods on rabbit r1

Before going forward, make sure you have read our Get Started Guide.

Flashing via fastboot

  • If your device's build package archive has -images.zip appended at the last, follow this steps:-

  • adb reboot bootloader # Reboots to bootloader

  • fastboot update build.zip # Applies the update, No data wipe.
  • If you are flashing Mods on rabbit r1 for the first time, then pass the -w parameter in the above command.
  • ie, fastboot update build.zip -w # Wipes the data and applies the update.
  • Flashing would take few mins and device would reboot couple of times, dont worry, sit back & relax.
  • Voila, Enjoy Mods on rabbit r1!

Flashing via recovery.

  • If your device's build package archive is a recovery package then:-

  • Flash any custom recovery or Mods on rabbit r1 Recovery.

  • adb reboot sideload # Reboots to Sideload
  • adb sideload build.zip # Applies the update, No data wipe.
  • If you are flashing Mods on rabbit r1 for the first time, then you might need to wipe data.
  • In recovery menu, select "wipe data/factory reset" option & wipe the data.
  • Flashing would take few mins and device would reboot once it's done, dont worry, sit back & relax.
  • Voila, Enjoy Mods on rabbit r1!

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⚠️ Bootloader Unlocking and Cipher OS Installation on Rabbit R1

ATTENTION: Follow this procedure at your own RISK. Neither Rabbit Inc. nor the creator of this guide assumes any liability for any damage to your device or malfunctions. Make sure you fully understand the risks before proceeding.

🔹 Step 1: Obtain Unlock Authorization

Step 1: Read and Complete the Documentation

Step 2: Wait for Authorization and Unlock

  • After submitting your data, an operator from Rabbit Inc. will contact you via email. The following will be requested:
  • IMEI of the Rabbit R1.
  • Other authentication details as required.
  • After approximately 1-2 days, the option will appear in your Rabbit Hole:
    "Developer allow R1 bootloader to be unlocked"

Step 3: Change Bootloader Status

  • Access your Rabbit Hole.
  • Find the option "Developer allow R1 bootloader to be unlocked".
  • Change the status from "UNLOCK" to "LOCK".
  • IMPORTANT: Make sure your R1 is:
  • Turned on
  • Idle on the Home Screen (bouncing Rabbit)
  • Connected to Wi-Fi
    While clicking the Unlock button in Rabbit Hole.

🔹 Step 2: Prepare Your PC

Step 1: Download Necessary Tools

Step 2: Install USB Drivers (Windows Only)

  • If you're using Windows, install the Google USB Drivers:
  • Download Google USB Driver
  • Extract the ZIP file into a folder on your PC.

🔹 Step 3: Enter Fastboot Mode

Step 1: Enter Fastboot Mode

  • Go to the Rabbit R1 flashing page →
    Click here to enter Fastboot Mode
  • Click on "Enter Fastboot Mode".
  • Connect the Rabbit R1 to the PC via USB cable.
  • A device selection window will appear. Quickly select "MT65 Preloader" within 1.5 seconds and click OK.
  • The device should now display "FASTBOOT" on the screen.

🔹 Step 4: Install USB Drivers in Fastboot (Windows Only)

Step 1: Manage Drivers

  1. Open "Device Manager" on Windows.
  2. Look for "Android Phone" in the list.
  3. You should see a device called "Android ADB Interface". Click on it.
  4. Uninstall the device and select the option to remove the drivers.
  5. When prompted to restart your PC, click "NO".
  6. Disconnect and reconnect the Rabbit R1 to the PC.

Step 2: Update the Drivers

  1. The device should now be recognized as "Android".
  2. Right-click on it and select "Update driver".
  3. Select "Search for drivers on my computer".
  4. Choose "Select from a list of drivers".
  5. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the drivers and select "android_winusb.inf".
  6. Click "Open" → "OK".
  7. Select the first driver from the list and click "Next".

🔹 Step 5: Verify Fastboot Connection

Step 1: Verify Connection

  1. Open the platform-tools folder you previously extracted.
  2. Inside the folder, Shift + Right-Click and select "Open terminal here" (or "Open PowerShell window here").
  3. Type the following command: 
    .\fastboot devices
  4. If the device is correctly connected, you will see a list of numbers followed by "fastboot".

🔹 Step 6: Install Cipher OS

Step 1: Download and Prepare Cipher OS

  • Download Cipher OS for Rabbit R1 from:
    THIS LINK
  • Rename the Cipher OS file:
  • If the file is named "build", rename it to "build.zip".
  • Place "build.zip" in a folder of your choice.

Step 2: Install Cipher OS

  • Open the terminal in the platform-tools folder.
  • change the path with your true path
  • Run: 
    fastboot update "C:\Path\to\file\build.zip" -w
  • If the previous command doesn't work, try: 
    .\fastboot update "C:\Path\to\file\build.zip" -w
  • If this fails, try: 
    .\fastboot flashing unlock
  • If successful, the Rabbit R1 screen will show "fastbootd" in large letters.
  • don't touch anything and leave it alone until everything is completed

🔹 Step 7: Fix the Screen After Installation

  1. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable (while R1 is turned on).
  2. Open the terminal and type: 
    adb devices
    or
    .\adb devices
  3. If your R1 is detected, run: 
    adb shell wm density 190

🔹 Fix "Corrupted OS" Error

Step 1: If "Corrupted OS" Error Appears

  • If "Corrupted OS" appears and the terminal shows "Waiting for any device", follow these steps:
  • Download vbmeta.img from:
    THIS LINK
  • Rename the file to "vbmeta.img".
  • Place the file in the platform-tools folder.

Step 2: Flash vbmeta.img

  • Open the terminal and run: 
    fastboot flash --disable-verity --disable-verification vbmeta vbmeta.img
  • If it doesn't work, try: 
    .\fastboot flash --disable-verity --disable-verification vbmeta vbmeta.img
  • After this, repeat the Cipher OS installation command from Step 6.

🔹 If Something Doesn’t Work:

  • Ensure the USB drivers are correctly installed.
  • Close the Rabbit R1 flashing site during the process.
  • If it gets stuck at "Waiting for any device" and "Device is Corrupted":
  • Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
  • Run: 
    .\fastboot update "C:\Path\to\file\build.zip" -w