Download BQ Mobile BQ-1083G Armor Pro Plus Stock Firmware (Flash File)

The BQ Mobile BQ-1083G Armor Pro Plus is a rugged tablet designed for durability, featuring a large 10.1-inch display and a massive 8000 mAh battery. It is powered by a Spreadtrum (UNISOC) SC7731E chipset. This guide is a complete resource for the device’s software, providing several official firmware versions, including multiple builds of Android 7.0 and a significant upgrade to Android 8.1 (Go Edition). You can use these files to revive a dead tablet, fix bootloop issues, or perform a clean OS installation to upgrade or restore your device.

Important: Flashing any of these firmware packages will completely erase all data on your tablet. Please back up your important files before proceeding. Note that while upgrading from Android 7.0 to 8.1 is generally safe, downgrading from 8.1 back to 7.0 carries a higher risk and could potentially brick the device.

Quick Device Specs

• Device: BQ Mobile BQ-1083G Armor Pro Plus
• Release Year: 2018
• Chipset: UNISOC SC7731E
• Display: 10.1″ IPS, 1280 x 800 pixels
• Battery: 8000 mAh
• Original OS: Android 7.0 Nougat / Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)

Required Downloads

To install .pac firmware on a Spreadtrum device, you will need the SPD Upgrade Tool and the correct USB drivers. You can find download links for both in our pillar guide.

• SPD Upgrade Tool
• Spreadtrum/UNISOC USB Drivers

Official Stock Firmware for BQ-1083G Armor Pro Plus

We recommend using the latest Android 8.1 firmware for the most up-to-date features and security. The Android 7.0 versions are provided for restoration or specific needs.

How to Flash Firmware on BQ-1083G Armor Pro Plus

1. Extract the firmware BQ_Mobile_BQ-1083G_Armor_Pro_Plus_SW11_V1.0_191010_8.1_SPD.zip and load the .pac file into the SPD Upgrade Tool.
2. Power off your tablet completely.
3. Click the “Start Downloading” (play) button in the tool.
4. Press and hold the Volume Down key on your tablet.
5. While still holding the key, connect the tablet to your computer via USB to begin flashing.

For a complete, step-by-step guide with illustrations, please see our main Spreadtrum tutorial: How to Use the SPD Upgrade Tool to Flash Your Smartphone.

Device-Specific Troubleshooting

• Tablet Not Detected by PC: This is the most common problem and is always related to drivers. Ensure the Spreadtrum/UNISOC USB drivers are correctly installed. You may need to disable Driver Signature Enforcement in Windows. Also, try a different USB cable and port.
• SPD Tool Error: “Failed: UBOOT_DOWNLOAD”: This error can occur if the battery is critically low or if there’s a poor USB connection. Make sure your tablet is charged for at least 30 minutes before flashing and use a high-quality USB cable.
• Issues with Downgrading: If you are on Android 8.1 and try to flash an Android 7.0 firmware, the process may fail or, in rare cases, brick the tablet due to bootloader version incompatibility. Proceed with downgrading at your own risk. Upgrading from 7.0 to 8.1 is generally safe.

FAQs

Q1. Which firmware should I use?

For the best performance, latest features, and security, it is highly recommended to install the Android 8.1 (Go Edition) firmware dated October 10, 2019. The Android 7.0 versions are older builds primarily for users who need to restore that specific OS.

Q2. Can I use this guide to upgrade my tablet from Android 7.0 to 8.1?

Yes, absolutely. You can flash the Android 8.1 firmware package directly onto a tablet that is currently running Android 7.0. The process is the same, and it will perform a clean installation of the new OS. Remember to back up your data as it will be wiped.

Q3. The flashing process fails and the progress bar doesn’t move. What’s wrong?

This usually means the tablet is not in the correct flashing mode. Disconnect the tablet, close the SPD tool, and restart the process. Make sure the tablet is fully powered off and that you are holding the Volume Down key firmly *before* and *during* the connection of the USB cable.