The Acer Iconia Talk S (A1-734) is a 7-inch Android phablet released in 2016, notable for its ability to make voice calls. It is powered by the octa-core MediaTek MT6753 chipset and runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. This guide provides the official stock firmware package for this device, which is sometimes identified by its internal model name, Acer T11.
This is a full firmware package designed to be flashed using the SP Flash Tool. It can be used to completely restore your device’s software, which is useful for unbricking a dead tablet, fixing persistent software errors, or removing a bootloop.
Disclaimer: Flashing this stock ROM will completely erase all personal data, photos, and apps from your device’s internal storage. Please back up your important data before proceeding if your device is accessible. Proceed at your own risk.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: Acer Iconia Talk S (A1-734)
- Codename: Acer T11
- Release year: 2016
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6753
- Display: 7.0″ IPS LCD, 720 x 1280 pixels
- Battery: 3400 mAh
- Original OS: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Required Downloads
To flash this firmware, you will need the SP Flash Tool software and the necessary MediaTek VCOM drivers. You can find the links to download these tools in our comprehensive guide linked below.
- The firmware package from the table below
- SP Flash Tool
- MediaTek VCOM USB Drivers
Official Stock Firmware (ROM)
| Device / Model | Android Version | Type | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acer Iconia Talk S (A1-734) | 6.0 Marshmallow | Stock ROM (SP Flash Tool) | Download |
How to Flash Stock Firmware
The process of flashing this firmware onto your Acer Iconia Talk S (A1-734) involves using a computer and the SP Flash Tool. First, ensure you have correctly installed the MediaTek VCOM drivers on your PC. Next, extract the firmware zip file and the SP Flash Tool. Launch the flash tool, load the scatter file (e.g., MT6753_Android_scatter.txt) from the firmware folder, ensure the flashing mode is set to “Download Only,” and click the “Download” button. Finally, connect your completely powered-off tablet to the PC via USB to initiate the flashing process.
For a complete, step-by-step walkthrough, driver downloads, and troubleshooting, please refer to our detailed pillar guide: How to Flash Stock Firmware with SP Flash Tool.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for Acer Iconia Talk S (A1-734)
- Device Not Detected by PC: This is the most common issue and is almost always caused by improper driver installation. Uninstall any previous MediaTek drivers and reinstall the correct VCOM drivers. You may need to disable Driver Signature Enforcement in Windows to install them correctly.
- Unbricking a Dead Device: This firmware is the correct tool for fixing a hard-bricked A1-734 that doesn’t power on, is stuck on the Acer logo, or continuously reboots. The SP Flash Tool can force-write the system files to the device even when it appears dead.
- SP Flash Tool Errors (e.g., BROM ERROR): If you encounter an error in the SP Flash Tool, it often points to a driver issue, a bad USB cable/port, or an incorrect flashing procedure. Try a different USB port, reinstall drivers, and ensure you are using the “Download Only” mode unless you know what you are doing.
- Scatter File Invalid: Make sure you have fully extracted the downloaded firmware
.zipfile. You must load the.txtscatter file from the extracted folder, not from within the zip archive itself.
FAQs
- Q1. My Acer A1-734 is completely dead. Can I use this firmware to fix it?
- Yes. If the issue is software-related (a “soft brick” or “hard brick”), this full stock ROM and the SP Flash Tool method is the standard procedure for reviving it.
- Q2. Will this process erase my data?
- Yes, absolutely. Flashing a full firmware package like this will completely wipe the tablet’s internal storage, deleting all your apps, photos, and personal files.
- Q3. What is a scatter file?
- The scatter file is a text file included in the firmware package that acts as a map. It tells the SP Flash Tool where each part of the Android system (like the bootloader, recovery, and system image) should be written to the device’s memory.
- Q4. Will this remove a Google Account Lock (FRP)?
- No. Flashing the stock firmware restores the OS but does not bypass Factory Reset Protection (FRP). After the flash and initial setup, you will still be required to enter the credentials of the last Google account synced to the device.
