The HomTom T6 is an early-generation Android smartphone built on the MediaTek MT6735M platform with Android 5.1 Lollipop, designed as a budget device with modest performance and basic LTE connectivity. On this model, failed app installs, interrupted OTAs, or experimental system tweaks can easily cause bootloops or instability, especially as storage fills up and older firmware ages.
Flashing the preserved stock package below can help recover a non-booting phone, repair persistent software errors after a bad update, or return the system to a clean factory state when used with the correct scatter file and SP Flash Tool.
HomTom T6 Firmware Details
| Device Name | HomTom T6 |
|---|---|
| Model Identifier | HomTom T6 (Android 5.1, MT6735M variant) |
| Codename | Not publicly documented; MT6735M-based HomTom T6 board |
| Chipset / Platform | MediaTek MT6735M, quad-core Cortex-A53 low-frequency LTE SoC |
| Launch Android Version | Android 5.1 Lollipop (factory firmware line) |
| Current Firmware Line | Stock HomTom Android 5.1 builds; no widely documented official OS upgrades beyond 5.1 for this model |
| Typical File Size Range | Approximately 500–600 MB compressed for full MT6735M scatter ROMs |
| Firmware Type | Scatter-based stock ROM (SP Flash Tool package) for MediaTek devices |
| Flashing Tool | SP Flash Tool (Download / Firmware Upgrade modes) or compatible MTK flashing tool for MT6735M |
| Bootloader Requirement | Standard locked MTK bootloader; OEM unlock is generally not required for flashing full stock ROMs via SP Flash Tool on this class of device |
| Region / Branch Notes | Single HomTom T6 firmware branch (Android 5.1, MT6735M “ONLY”); avoid mixing with HT6 firmwares, which target a related but distinct device. |
⚠️ Flashing Risks & Disclaimer
Flashing the HomTom T6 involves real risk because the MT6735M platform uses a scatter-defined partition layout, and an incorrect ROM or scatter file can overwrite preloader, modem, or NVRAM areas, leading to no-boot, no network, or loss of IMEI.
On older low-cost boards like this one, choosing aggressive SP Flash Tool options such as Format All + Download or interrupting the process mid-flash can make recovery significantly more complex and may require professional tools. Always confirm that the phone is the T6 MT6735M variant and that the firmware is intact before flashing, and do not modify the included images or scatter definitions.
This firmware is an original stock ROM mirrored for preservation, as public vendor-hosted downloads for the HomTom T6 are no longer maintained; it is provided strictly for repair and restoration of devices already owned by users. All trademarks, ROM contents, and software remain the property of their respective rights holders, and no endorsement, modification, or sponsorship by the original manufacturer is claimed.
Download Official Firmware for HomTom T6
This package is an original HomTom T6 stock ROM mirrored for long-term access, because the manufacturer’s own download channels for this model are no longer reliably available.
| Region / Variant | Filename | Build / Version | Android / Firmware Version | File Type | Build Date | File Size | Download Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global HomTom T6 (MT6735M “ONLY” variant) | Homtom_T6_MT6735M_20160130_5.1.zip | R15-20160130 MT6735M board firmware (HomTom T6 line) | Android 5.1 Lollipop | Compressed scatter-based ROM (SP Flash Tool package) | 2016-01-30 (based on build tag) | ~542 MB | Download HomTom T6 stock ROM (preserved mirror) |
Flashing Requirements
- A Windows PC (Windows 7/8/10/11) with enough free storage to extract the Homtom_T6_MT6735M_20160130_5.1.zip and run SP Flash Tool reliably.
- MediaTek VCOM/Preloader USB drivers installed so the powered-off HomTom T6 can be recognized correctly in preloader mode during flashing.
- The latest compatible SP Flash Tool release, configured with the MT6735M scatter file included in the extracted firmware package, and set to the appropriate mode (usually Download Only or Firmware Upgrade).
- Battery level of at least 40–50% before connecting the device for flashing, reducing the chance of shutdown while writing critical partitions.
- Bootloader status: for MT6735M-based HomTom devices using official scatter ROMs, the stock locked bootloader is typically sufficient and does not need OEM unlocking.
- Backup of any accessible user data beforehand, since a full system flash or Firmware Upgrade can erase apps, configuration, and in some cases internal storage contents.
- Verification that the phone is the HomTom T6 (not HT6 or another T-series model) and that it is clearly marked as an MT6735M hardware variant, matching the “ONLY MT6735M” ROM line.
How to Flash the Firmware
- Download the Homtom_T6_MT6735M_20160130_5.1.zip package to the PC and extract it, then confirm that the MT6735M scatter file and partition images for the HomTom T6 are present in the output folder.
- Install MediaTek VCOM/Preloader drivers, launch SP Flash Tool, and load the MT6735M scatter file from the extracted directory, ensuring the device and path information correspond to the T6.
- Select the desired SP Flash Tool mode (typically Download Only to reflash main partitions with minimal formatting, or Firmware Upgrade when a more complete system rewrite is required), and power the phone off completely.
- Click the Download button in SP Flash Tool, then connect the switched-off HomTom T6 to the PC via USB; allow the process to continue until the success indicator appears and avoid disconnecting the cable while preloader or system images are being written.
- Disconnect the cable and boot the phone; the first Android 5.1 startup after a full MT6735M stock flash can take several minutes as the system initializes, optimizes apps, and rebuilds caches.
For a more detailed, tool-specific walkthrough, see this SP Flash Tool guide: How to flash MediaTek firmware with SP Flash Tool.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this firmware for the HomTom T6 or the HT6?
The R15-20160130 Android 5.1 ROM is for the HomTom T6 MT6735M variant; the HT6 is a related but different device (often MT6735P) and uses separate stock firmware, so the two should not be mixed.
How can I confirm my device is the MT6735M-based HomTom T6?
Check the model name on the retail box or under Settings > About phone (if still bootable) and confirm any documentation or board information that states MT6735M; do not use this ROM on MT6735P or other chip variants.
Can this stock package fix a bootloop or stuck logo on the T6?
Reinstalling the full MT6735M stock firmware can help resolve bootloops or hang-on-logo situations caused by corrupted system files, failed OTAs, or misapplied tweaks, provided the underlying hardware is intact.
Is it safe to flash this HomTom T6 ROM onto another MT6735M phone with a different brand?
No. Even other MT6735M-based phones have different display drivers, modem configs, and NVRAM layouts, so cross-flashing can result in no display, no network, or permanent calibration problems.
Why does SP Flash Tool not detect the T6 when connected?
This often indicates missing or misconfigured VCOM drivers, a faulty cable, or the phone not being fully powered off; reinstall drivers, change USB ports, and connect the device only after clicking Download in SP Flash Tool.
Does this mirrored ROM come from an official HomTom server?
No. The file is a preserved copy of the original HomTom T6 stock ROM hosted on a third-party mirror because direct manufacturer download links are no longer reliably accessible for this legacy device.
Will flashing stock firmware restore my original IMEI automatically?
On many MTK devices, SP Flash Tool operations that touch NVRAM may require restoring the original IMEI with specialized tools; always keep a record of the device’s printed IMEI and use only legally permitted methods for IMEI handling.
