Typically between 1.8 GB and 2.5 GB. Prerequisites: What You Need Before Flashing Flashing firmware is a powerful but risky process. Interruptions can permanently damage the device. Prepare the following:
| Feature | Flash File (Stock ROM) | OTA Update | |---------|------------------------|-------------| | | 2GB+ | 50MB–500MB | | Purpose | Complete system restore | Incremental patches | | Data Loss | Yes (wipes everything) | No (preserves data) | | Requires PC | Yes | No (download over Wi-Fi) | | Fixes Bricked Devices | Yes | No |
A: No. The stock Cricket firmware includes all carrier apps. You would need a custom ROM (if available) to remove bloatware.