Android always opens the door to various possibilities such as flashing custom ROM or kernel or APK modding etc. So if you have accidentally bricked your device then you can easily install Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8. Since BQ Aquaris M8 is having a MediaTek processor, you have to use SP Flash tool in order to install Stock ROM in BQ Aquaris M8 device. But don’t worry, as today in this guide, we will help you to successfully download and flash Stock Firmware in BQ Aquaris M8 Android smartphone.

Most smartphone gets hard brick because of the carelessness of users. Most users try to root their device to flash them with infected files. As a result, their devices get a hard brick and then they have to flash Stock firmware on their device. This is very true with BQ Aquaris M8 users. But don’t worry, as installing Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8 is no rocket science. It’s very easy and we will guide you through each step of the process. By following this guide, you can restore or unbrick BQ Aquaris M8 back to the previous working condition.

Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8 [Firmware File]

Remember this guide is also very much needed in case of upgrade or downgrade the firmware on BQ Aquaris M8. First of all, download the software, Smartphone Flash Tool on your PC and then flash your phone back to Stock ROM. We request you to read the steps carefully before upgrading BQ Aquaris M8 using this guide.

As we said above – installing Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8 is no rocket science. The actual process of flashing Stock Firmware on BQ Aquaris M8 is very easy. All you have to do is simply download the below-given firmware files and tools on your PC and then follow the given instruction to install the Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8 using SP Flash Tool. Yes, this guide is also helpful to recover, unroot or fix any software malfunctioning problem.

Advantage Of BQ Aquaris M8 Stock ROM:

  • Flash Stock To Unbrick your BQ Aquaris M8
  • Flash Stock ROM to Fix the boot loop problem
  • Upgrade and Downgrade BQ Aquaris M8
  • Unroot or Fix Bugs on your phone
  • To fix the lag or stutter on BQ Aquaris M8
  • By flashing Stock ROM, you can solve software problems.
  • Revert back to stock to gain your warranty.

Guide to Flash Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8

Today, in this tutorial, we will guide you on how to download and install Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8 device. If you’re new to this stuff then don’t worry. We will guide you through each step. Just read and follow all the steps carefully.

Firmware Details:

Download Required Files

These are the files which you will be needing to install Stock Firmware on BQ Aquaris M8 device. So make sure to download them.

  • Device Supported: BQ Aquaris M8
  • Tool Supported: SP Flash Tool
  • Gapps Included
  • Processor: MediaTek MT8163

Steps to Install Stock Firmware on BQ Aquaris M8

Before installing, make sure to follow the pre-requisite and install the necessary drivers and tools on your PC.

  • Firmware File: Download [BQ_Aquaris_M8_2.1.1_20161020_1222_MT8163.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.3.0_20170405-1554_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.4.0_20170619-0900_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.5.0_20170911-1032_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.6.0_20171221-1051_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.7.0_20180301-0952_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.8.0_20180514-1614_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Firmware File: Download [2.9.0_20180918-1544_bq_aquaris_m8_-FW.zip]
  • Download SP Flash tool – Make sure that you have downloaded and installed the latest SP Flash tool on your PC
  • Download VCOM Driver and install on your computer (still compatible with MT67xx phones).
  • Download Android USB Drivers

prerequisites

  • This guide will only work for BQ Aquaris M8
  • You should have a working Windows PC/Laptop
  • Charge the device battery up to 50%
  • Take a complete backup of your phone data [Follow any method]
  • How to Backup Your Android Phone Without ROOT
  • How to Backup Complete Stock or Custom ROM using TWRP recovery
  • Backup Your Android Apps and Data with Titanium Backup
  • How to Backup Your Android Phone Directly to PC with TWRP!!
  • How to Backup Your Data on Android device
  • If you already have TWRP: then you can Create and Restore Nandroid Backup via TWRP
  • Install the Latest BQ USB Drivers. [For All Android USB Drivers]

Instructions to Install Stock ROM on BQ Aquaris M8

After downloading the firmware file for BQ Aquaris M8, you need to use SP Flash Tool to flash the firmware. If you are doing it for the first time then don’t worry. Here is a detailed guide which you can follow to flash stock firmware on BQ Aquaris M8.

  • How to Backup Your Android Phone Without ROOT
  • How to Backup Complete Stock or Custom ROM using TWRP recovery
  • Backup Your Android Apps and Data with Titanium Backup
  • How to Backup Your Android Phone Directly to PC with TWRP!!
  • How to Backup Your Data on Android device
  • If you already have TWRP: then you can Create and Restore Nandroid Backup via TWRP

Guide to Install Stock ROM using SP Flash tool

Guide to Install Stock ROM using SP Flash tool – Video Tutorial

I hope you installed the Stock Firmware on BQ Aquaris M8 successfully. If you’re facing any kind of issue during the flashing process, then let us know via the comment section. We will be happy to assist you. Thanks for stopping by and have a nice day!