Is your Honor V10 or Mate series phone stuck on the boot logo, bricked after flashing, or not responding at all? Don’t worry — this guide is your complete step-by-step solution to bring your Honor device back to life. Whether you're dealing with boot failure, black screen, or software crash, unbricking your phone is possible using the correct flash tool and tested firmware methods.
What Causes Bricking on Honor V10 / Devices?
Bricking usually happens after:
- Incorrect firmware flashing
- Interrupted OTA updates
- Rooting or modifying the system partition
- Using the wrong region firmware
There are two types of bricking: Soft Brick (boot loop, stuck on logo) and Hard Brick (no response at all). This guide covers both cases.
Essential Tools Before You Start
- Official firmware for your exact device model (BKL-AL20, AL00, TL10, etc.)
- Test Point method or EDL cable (for hard-brick cases)
- Board software (also known as USB flashable firmware)
- Drivers installed: Huawei USB COM, Qualcomm or Kirin drivers
- Flash Tool: Huawei Multi-Download Tool / QFIL / or modified flashing utility
How to Unbrick Honor V10: Step-by-Step Flashing Method
- Open your device’s back cover to access the test point (if needed).
- Short the test point using a tweezer and connect USB cable to enter EDL (Emergency Download) mode.
- Open the flash tool on your PC and load the correct firmware package.
- Click "Start" or "Download" to begin flashing the ROM.
- Wait patiently — do not disconnect during the flashing process.
- Once done, your device should boot up. Perform a factory reset if needed.
Common Flashing Problems & Their Fixes
- Device not detected: Reinstall drivers or try different USB ports.
- Stuck at logo after flash: Perform a factory reset or reflash with another region-specific build.
- Error loading firmware: Use only model-matching board software and avoid version mismatch.
Safety Checklist Before Flashing
- Always back up your data if the device powers on.
- Use firmware that matches your device’s full model name and region (e.g., BKL-AL20 C00GT or C432).
- Do not skip steps in the flashing sequence, especially in hard brick recovery.
Disclaimer: Flashing stock firmware or performing test point recovery on Honor/Huawei devices is risky and should only be done if you're confident in the process. Incorrect procedures can permanently brick your device. This guide is for legal and educational use only. IMEI repair or modification may be restricted in your country. Proceed at your own risk.