Random Google Drive links from YouTube videos claiming to unlock “1000% performance.” These often contain malware.
⚠️ This wipes all data and requires a PC.
You may be trying to flash an older version than what is currently installed (anti-rollback). specific regional version of the firmware (e.g., India or Global)?
Before downloading any firmware, verify your existing build. Mismatched firmware can brick your device.
There are two main methods: (simple) or Fastboot/EDL (advanced).
If you try to manually install an update via the "Local Install" method in settings and get this error, it means the firmware version you are trying to install is older than your current version, or your region does not match. You cannot downgrade easily via local update; you must use the Flash Tool method mentioned above.