Choose a GSI that is ARM64 or ARM32 (depending on your specific A01 core variant, usually, it's an ARM32_Binder64 or similar; verify this using an app like Treble Info).

Q: Is installing a custom ROM safe? A: Installing a custom ROM carries some risks, but if done correctly, it can be a safe and rewarding experience.

The recovery will ask you to select the target partition. Choose . Swipe to confirm the flash. This may take a few minutes. 3. Flash GApps and Magisk (Optional)

Move beyond Android 10/11 to newer Android versions (12, 13, or 14 via GSI).

I was wearing shorts with shallow pockets. My main phone—a massive flagship—felt like a tumor in my thigh, pulling my shorts down with its weight. The A01 Core sat in my coin pocket, invisible. I literally forgot it was there.