Here is the complete and safe information on downloading, flashing, and unbricking the CMF Phone 1, including FRP/pin unlock and dead boot fix guidance.
You can download the official and tested CMF Phone 1 Stock ROM (also known as Flash File) from any of these verified firmware sources:
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| Source | File Version | Flash Tool | Notes | 
|---|---|---|---|
| CMF Phone 1 Flash File/Stock | CMF_Phone_1_OS_3.0_20250111.zip (4.68 GB) | Nothing Flash Tool | Full OS image, supports upgrade/downgrade and unbrick  | 
| CMF Phone 1 Flash File/Stock | CMF_PHONE_1__23114V_release_user_20250421 | Qualcomm/MTK supported | 100 % tested for FRP & dead boot fix  | 
| CMF Phone 1 Flash File/Stock | CMF Phone 1 (23114V Nothing OS 3.2 June 2025 patch) | Nothing Flash Tool | For bricked and stuck devices  | 
| CMF Phone 1 Flash File/Stock | CMF Phone 1 firmware (SP Flash / ROM2Box) | Fastboot/ADB | Includes FRP + unbrick tool guide  | 
All of these provide factory firmware packages containing:
- Scatter.txtor- payload.bin
- USB drivers (MTK/Qualcomm/ADB)
- Flashing tools
- Step‑by‑step guide
Flashing & Unbrick Method
To install the ROM and recover from dead/bootloop:
- Extract the firmware ZIP.
- Install the USB driver (Nothing/Mediatek).
- Open Nothing Flash Tool or SP Flash Tool.
- Load the scatter/payload file.
- Connect CMF Phone 1 in fastboot or bootloader mode.
- Click Download / Start Flash.
This will revive phones stuck on boot logo or dead after custom ROMs
FRP & Unlock PIN Removal
Flash‑based FRP and PIN removal are fully supported using the same firmware package.
- FRP and pattern lock can be cleared during flashing (Nothing OS firmware auto‑format userdata).
- Verified video tutorials (e.g. gsmxr method) explain flashing‑based FRP removal and pattern unlock without box.youtube
- The same process also works for devices stuck after failed custom ROMs or with “Device Locked” message.youtube
Dead Boot Repair
If the device shows no sign of life:
- Connect via Nothing Flash Tool in EDL or Fastboot mode.
- Use unbrick firmware from gsmxr.in
- The phone can be revived even after a wrong flash with these clean firmware builds
Direct Download References
- Main ROMs: FirmwareFile / Filewale / GSM Amit
- FRP and Dead Repair Tools: ROM2Box / Nothing Flash Tool / SP Flash Tool
- Drivers: MTK USB and Qualcomm USB from the firmware packages
If you prefer one‑click solutions, follow the YouTube FRP‑remove guide by GSM Vicky or use the latest Nothing Flash Tool v3.0 with the July 2025 firmware for total restore.
Here is a complete step-by-step flashing guide for CMF Phone 1 using the official Nothing Flash Tool, based on verified technical documentation and firmware sources
Prerequisites
Before starting the flash, ensure that:
- The phone battery is charged to at least 60–70 %
- A Windows PC (64‑bit) is available with Nothing Flash Tool installed.
- All Nothing/MTK/Qualcomm drivers are properly installed
- You have downloaded the correct firmware such as CMF_Phone_1_OS_3.0_20250111.zip from a trusted site like FirmwareFile.com
- Take a full backup, since flashing wipes all user data.
Step‑by‑Step Flashing Procedure
Step 1 – Prepare Files
- Download the Stock ROM ZIP (example: CMF_Phone_1_OS_3.0_20250111.zip) .
- Extract the ZIP to your desktop using 7‑Zip or WinRAR.
- Inside the folder you’ll find:- Firmware (payload.binor scatter files),
- Nothing Flash Tool.exe,
- USB drivers, and
- Flash scripts.
 
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Step 2 – Install Drivers
- Run the driver installer from the firmware package .
- Reboot the PC after installation.
- Confirm device connectivity in Device Manager when connected in fastboot mode (MediaTek or Qualcomm port should appear).
Step 3 – Boot CMF Phone 1 to Fastboot Mode
- Power off the device.
- Press and hold Volume Up + Power until the fastboot/recovery menu appears.
- Highlight “Fastboot Mode” and confirm.
Step 4 – Load Firmware in Nothing Flash Tool
- Launch Nothing Flash Tool.exe as Administrator.
- Click “Browse/Select Firmware” and open the extracted firmware folder.
- Verify the images list and ensure that boot, system, vendor, recovery, and vbmeta entries are present .
Step 5 – Begin Flashing Process
- Choose “Clean all + Lock” to relock bootloader or “Clean all” to keep unlocked.
- Click Start Flash.
- Connect the phone via Nothing/OG USB cable while in fastboot mode
- The tool will detect the device automatically and start flashing.
- Wait until the status shows Download Success (usually 3‑6 minutes) 
Step 6 – Reboot and Verify
- The phone will reboot automatically.
- First boot might take up to 5 minutes.
- After setup, go through initial Android configuration and log in with your Google account if needed.
- Confirm OS version under Settings → About Phone → Nothing OS Version.
Extra: Unbrick & Dead Boot Fix Mode
If the phone does not enter fastboot mode:
- Use EDL Mode (test point or key combo: Volume Up + Volume Down + USB insert)
- Nothing Flash Tool will detect the device as “MTK/Qualcomm 9008 port”.
- Select “Flash Userdata + Reboot after Complete” and click Start.
- Device reboots to Nothing OS once the flash is done
Key Tips & Precautions
- Never disconnect the cable during flashing.
- Avoid using modified ROMs to prevent boot loop or brick.
- Use the official Nothing Flash Tool v3.x or higher for Android 14 ( OS 3.0 and beyond )
- If the tool fails to detect the device, manually re‑install drivers and restart the tool .youtube










