Hi, i am on iode OS 7.1 which is based on Android 16 with “Android Security Update” from 01. January 2026. I know wanna go back to stock FP OS. This is a the momnet based on Android 15 and “Android Security Update” from 05. December 2025. According to this Link i will brick my device if i go bac…

[image] gabbas1: So am i now stuck on iode OS (if i want to relock my bootloader)? You have to wait for the Jan 5th SPL update from FPOS to relock the bootloader, yes.

[image] gabbas1: So am i now stuck on iode OS (if i want to relock my bootloader)? [image] A clear guide to install /e/OS on your Fairphone Most important thing to take care about is the “android Security Update" aka "Security Patch Level” date (SPL) included in the Operating System instal…

Damn I guess i have to wait then at least one more month, since the latest update was just released on 02. February?! Version: FP6.QREL.15.176.0 Release Date: 02 February 2026 Security Patch: 05 December 2025 Thanks for confirming

Dont know why at the moment they are a month behind however yes you might have to wait 2-3 weeks.

Yes, i did because i got asked right after flashing. Next time i will try the os and lock it later when i am sure i wanna stay

[image] gabbas1: i got asked right after flashing. wow, dangerous pactice they use…even best conditions for looking did they inform you about SPL rules to respect ?

What if the installer only asks when its safe? Thats def what the Calyx installer did.

They have a disclaimer in their instructions

Back to stock FPOS and relock bootloader

Help Fairphone 6

piero-e February 13, 2026, 9:22pm 3

did you locked the bootloader on iodé ?