The Digma Citi ATL 4G (model CS5029ML) is an entry-level smartphone from the Russian brand Digma, released in 2017. It was designed to provide an affordable 4G LTE experience, featuring a 5.0-inch HD display and powered by a MediaTek MT6737M processor. Due to its basic hardware, the device is prone to performance issues over time. This guide provides the official stock ROM, which is the most effective way to unbrick the device, fix software bugs, or resolve bootloop issues by performing a complete factory restore. Important: This firmware is specifically for the Digma Citi ATL 4G. As a MediaTek device, it requires the SP Flash Tool for flashing. Flashing this on a different model will cause a hard brick. This process will erase all data.
Quick Device Specs
- Device: Digma Citi ATL 4G (CS5029ML)
- Release year: 2017
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6737M
- Display: 5.0″ IPS LCD, HD
- Battery: 2000 mAh
- Original OS: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Required Downloads
To flash a MediaTek device, you will need the specific drivers and flashing tool. You can find the downloads for these in our main guide linked below.
- SP Flash Tool
- MediaTek VCOM USB Drivers
Stock ROM (Firmware)
| Build Date | Android | Type | Download | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-09-28 | 7.0 | SP Flash Tool Firmware | Download | MediaTek |
How to Flash the Stock Firmware
Flashing the stock ROM onto your Digma Citi ATL 4G requires a Windows PC and the SP Flash Tool. Here are the key steps:
- Install the correct MediaTek VCOM USB drivers on your PC.
- Launch the SP Flash Tool and load the
MT6737M_Android_scatter.txtfile from the firmware. - Power off your phone completely.
- Click “Download” in the tool, then connect your phone while holding the Volume Down key to begin flashing.
For detailed, step-by-step instructions with screenshots and tool download links, please follow our comprehensive pillar guide: How to Flash Firmware with SP Flash Tool.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting for Digma Citi ATL 4G
- Weak Wi-Fi or GPS Signal: Users have reported that this model can have weak Wi-Fi and GPS reception. While this is often a limitation of the device’s budget hardware and antenna design, a clean flash of the stock ROM is a crucial troubleshooting step. It ensures the official radio firmware and all related drivers are correctly installed, restoring the device to its best possible state for signal reception.
- Unresponsive Screen After Dropping: The digitizer on this model is known to be sensitive. If your screen becomes partially or fully unresponsive after a minor drop, and there is no visible crack, the issue might be a dislodged internal connector. However, before assuming a hardware fault, a full software re-flash is recommended to rule out a driver crash, which can sometimes cause similar symptoms.
FAQs
Q1. Can I make VoLTE (Voice over LTE) calls on this phone?
No. The MediaTek MT6737M chipset in this device does not support VoLTE. Voice calls will be made over older 3G and 2G networks, which are being phased out by some carriers. This may affect your ability to make calls in the future depending on your network provider.
Q2. How is the gaming performance on the Digma Citi ATL 4G?
This device is not designed for gaming. Its basic MediaTek chipset and limited RAM are suitable for essential tasks like messaging, calls, and light browsing. Demanding 3D games will not run well and will cause significant overheating and lag.
Q3. What does the “ATL” in the name stand for?
While Digma has not officially stated the meaning, “ATL” is a common abbreviation for “All-Terrain-Lion,” which is used in some of their rugged or more durable product lines. However, for this model, it appears to be primarily a marketing name.
