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The Lyf Wind 2 (LS-6001) was a large 6-inch 4G phablet released by Reliance Lyf in 2016. It featured a MediaTek MT6735M processor, 2GB of RAM, and a large 2850mAh battery, running Android 5.1 Lollipop. While it was a capable device for its time, age and software degradation can lead to significant problems. The most common issues reported by users include the phone getting stuck in a bootloop (endlessly restarting), experiencing random reboots, and suffering from system-wide lag and freezing. These problems are often caused by corrupted software and can be fixed by reinstalling the firmware. This guide provides both the full stock ROM for PC-based flashing and a manual OTA update package.
This guide offers two methods: flashing the full stock ROM with SP Flash Tool for a complete system restore, and applying a manual OTA update.zip from recovery for updates or repairs.
Lyf Wind 2 (LS-6001) Firmware Details
Below are the key specifications for the Lyf Wind 2. The full firmware will restore the device to its Android 5.1 Lollipop software. Note that this is a MediaTek device.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| π± Device | Lyf Wind 2 (LS-6001) |
| π Chipset | MediaTek MT6735M |
| π€ Android OS | 5.1 Lollipop |
| β Latest Full ROM | SW_VER_R25 |
| π File Type | Scatter Firmware / OTA update.zip |
| π» Flashing Tool | SP Flash Tool / Stock Recovery |
Download Official Firmware for Lyf Wind 2 (LS-6001)
Four files are available, representing two distinct types. For a full system unbrick or to fix a bootloop, use the SP Flash Tool ROMs. The OTA file is for manual updates via recovery.
Full ROM for SP Flash Tool (Recommended for Unbricking)
The build labeled SW_VER_R25 is the latest full ROM and is highly recommended for the best stability.
- Build: SW_VER_R25 (Latest & Recommended)
- File Name: Lyf_Wind_2_LS-6001_MT6735M_SW_VER_R25.zip
- Size: 808MB
- π Download Link: Download (MediaFire)
- Build: R16_040616 (Older Version)
- File Name: LYF_Wind_2_LS-6001_MT6735M_SW_VER_R16_040616.zip
- Size: 736MB
- π Download Link: Download (Google Drive)
- Build: R16_040316 (Oldest Version)
- File Name: Lyf_Wind_2_LS-6001_MT6735M_R16_040316.zip
- Size: 737MB
- π Download Link: Download (MediaFire)
Manual OTA Update for Stock Recovery
This file is intended for updating the system via the phone’s built-in recovery mode. It may not fix a device that is already stuck in a bootloop.
- Build: R21_R31 (Update Package)
- File Name: Lyf_LS6001_R21_R31_5.1.zip
- Size: 733MB
- π Download Link: Download (MediaFire)
Why Flash This Specific Firmware?
Flashing the full SW_VER_R25 ROM is the most powerful way to fix deep software issues:
- Fix a Startup Bootloop: This is the primary reason to use the full ROM. If your phone is stuck restarting, flashing the SW_VER_R25 firmware with SP Flash Tool completely rewrites the system partition, resolving the software error causing the loop.
- End Random Reboots and Freezes: An unstable system can restart or freeze. Reinstalling the base system files from the latest Android 5.1 ROM (R25) can resolve the underlying software corruption that triggers these crashes.
- Improve System Performance: If your phone has become slow, reinstalling the SW_VER_R25 firmware will clear out accumulated junk files and restore the phone to its original performance by providing a clean operating system.
Crucial Prerequisites Before Flashing
These prerequisites apply to the SP Flash Tool method. For the OTA update, you only need to ensure your battery is well-charged.
- The latest version of the SP Flash Tool.
- The correct MediaTek VCOM USB drivers installed on your PC.
How to Flash the Firmware
There are two methods available. Method 1 is the most powerful and is recommended for fixing bootloops or unbricking the device.
Method 1: Flashing Full ROM with SP Flash Tool
- Download and extract the recommended
Lyf_Wind_2_LS-6001_MT6735M_SW_VER_R25.zipfile to a new folder. - Install the required MediaTek VCOM USB drivers on your computer.
- Launch the SP Flash Tool software (flash_tool.exe).
- Click the “Scatter-loading” button and select the
MT6735M_Android_scatter.txtfile from the extracted firmware folder. - Completely power off your Lyf Wind 2.
- Ensure the dropdown menu in SP Flash Tool is set to “Download Only” and click the green “Download” arrow.
- Connect your powered-off phone to the PC via a USB cable to begin the flashing process.
For a complete tutorial, please follow our master guide:
β How to Flash Stock Firmware to MediaTek (MTK) Smartphones
Method 2: Manual OTA Update via Stock Recovery
- Download the
Lyf_LS6001_R21_R31_5.1.zipfile and place it on the root of your phone’s internal storage or an SD card. - Power off your phone completely.
- Boot into stock recovery by holding Volume Up + Power buttons simultaneously.
- Use the volume buttons to navigate to “Apply update from SD card” or “Apply update from internal storage” and select it with the power button.
- Select the
Lyf_LS6001_R21_R31_5.1.zipfile to begin the update. - Reboot the phone once the installation is complete.
For a complete tutorial, please follow our master guide:
β How to Manually Install Official OTA Updates
Disclaimer: Flashing firmware is an advanced procedure that will erase all your data and carries a significant risk of permanently damaging your device if not done correctly. We are not responsible for any data loss or hardware failures. Proceed with extreme caution.