The Swipe Konnect Neo 4G is a super-budget 2017 Android smartphone, built around a compact 4-inch 480x800px display and powered by a Spreadtrum SC9832A chipset. It ships with only 512MB of RAM and runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box. Plagued by low memory, users have reported frequent app crashes, failed updates, and, most notoriously, “stuck on logo” bootloops after interrupted flashes or malware infections. For most owners, the only proven fix for these persistent issues is to restore the proper stock firmware using the SPD ResearchDownload tool with the exact-matching version for their hardware batch.
Both V1.9 and V2.1 firmware files are official. Flashing the wrong version can cause touch-screen mismatches or persistent network problems, so users must confirm the correct build for their device before flashing.
Swipe Konnect Neo 4G Firmware Details
The following table summarizes all technical details for both stock firmware versions. Using the Spreadtrum ResearchDownload tool ensures safe flashing and partitions the system correctly.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 📱 Device | Swipe Konnect Neo 4G |
| 🆔 Chipset | Spreadtrum SC9832A |
| 🤖 Android OS | 6.0 Marshmallow |
| ✅ Build Version | V1.9_01122016 / V2.1_08032017 |
| 📂 File Type | PAC (SPD Flash File) |
| 💻 Flashing Tool | SPD ResearchDownload |
Download Official Firmware for Swipe Konnect Neo 4G
- Build: V1.9_01122016
- File Name: Swipe_Konnect_Neo_4G_V1.9_01122016_SPD.zip
- Size: 597MB
- 🔗 Download Link: Download (Google Drive)
- Build: V2.1_08032017
- File Name: Swipe_Konnect_Neo_4G_V2.1_08032017_SPD.zip
- Size: 729MB
- 🔗 Download Link: Download (AndroidFileHost)
Some of the Bug Firmware Fixes
Installing the correct firmware relieves the following user-reported problems:
- Bootloops and “stuck on logo” after a failed system update or malware—especially in phones used for side-loaded apps and local languages.
- Touchscreen doesn’t respond or is misaligned if the firmware version mismatches the device’s hardware batch; flashing V1.9 on a hardware designed for V2.1 (or vice versa) causes this.
- Poor network detection and SIM errors resolved by restoring the proper modem settings embedded in official SPD builds.
- Severe lag, forced restarts, and Google Play errors reported on Indian forums disappear after a full re-flash and reset.
- Fixes abrupt battery percent drops and random shutdowns, a persistent issue with corrupted system partitions.
Why Flash This Specific Firmware?
Owners across India, Nigeria, and Southeast Asia cite these as common motivations:
- Users state only the official stock ROM will restore full function on bricked devices, especially after using unreliable FRP bypass or third-party flash tools.
- The V2.1 build in particular matches the latest touch panels and fixes ghost touch and screen freezing issues—community repairs have confirmed this in local service centers.
- Both firmware releases are preferred by shop technicians for guaranteed VoLTE and 4G Band 40 connectivity on Jio, Airtel, and BSNL after custom ROMs or root attempts break network support.
- Flashing with the Spreadtrum tool is considered the safest process, based on dozens of YouTube and forum walkthroughs where users recovered from seemingly “dead” phones.
Crucial Prerequisites Before Flashing
Back up photos, contacts, and files before flashing; the firmware flash will wipe everything.
- Download the recent SPD ResearchDownload tool version compatible with the PAC file.
- Install Spreadtrum/Unisoc USB drivers for correct EDL/boot detection.
How to Flash the Firmware
To restore the Swipe Konnect Neo 4G, use the official SPD ResearchDownload tool on a Windows PC:
- Extract your chosen firmware ZIP to a folder.
- Install Spreadtrum drivers on your PC.
- Open ResearchDownload and load the .PAC file from extracted firmware.
- With phone powered off, connect it to the PC while holding Volume Up (or consult service manual for boot key).
- When detected, click ‘Start’ in ResearchDownload to begin flashing. Wait for the PASS message and green checkmark.
For complete visuals and step-by-step help:
→ How to Flash with SPD Upgrade Tool (ResearchDownload)
Disclaimer: Firmware flashing is risky—choose the correct version for your hardware or you risk permanent device failure.
