Q1. I updated my M10 to Marshmallow and now the battery drains very fast. Will this help?

Yes, this is the most common complaint after the OTA update. A clean flash of the stock Marshmallow firmware using this guide is the best way to resolve software-related battery drain, as it removes any conflicting files from the previous Android version.

Q2. The tablet takes 8 hours to charge. Can firmware fix this?

It can help. While the very large 7280 mAh battery naturally takes a long time to charge, software bugs can make it even slower. Flashing the firmware resets the power management drivers. For best results, ensure you are using a high-quality 2A charger and cable.

Q3. My tablet's touchscreen is unresponsive or has "ghost touches." What should I do?

This is often a software driver issue. A clean firmware installation is a crucial first step as it restores the original touchscreen drivers and calibration. If the problem persists after a flash, it may indicate a hardware fault with the screen's digitizer.

BQ Aquaris M10 Tablet Firmware (Stock ROM, MT8163)

The BQ Aquaris M10 is a popular 10.1-inch media tablet from 2016, praised for its large display (available in both HD and FHD resolutions) and excellent front-facing speakers. The device originally launched with Android Lollipop and later received an official update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow. However, many users reported that this update introduced significant software issues, most notably a severe decrease in battery life, performance degradation, and touchscreen responsiveness problems. For users looking to perform a clean installation of Marshmallow to fix these bugs or to restore a bricked tablet, flashing this official stock firmware is the definitive solution.

ℹ️ Important Note:
This tablet is powered by a MediaTek chipset and requires the SP Flash Tool to install the firmware. This firmware is compatible with both HD and FHD versions of the Aquaris M10. The process will completely erase all your personal data.

⚠️ Prerequisites: Before You Begin

Click Here for the Essential Pre-Flashing Checklist

Backup Your Data: All your personal information, apps, and files on the tablet’s internal storage will be permanently wiped.
Charge The Battery: To prevent the tablet from shutting down during the update, ensure the battery is charged to at least 50%.
Windows PC & USB Cable: You will need a Windows computer and a standard micro USB cable to perform the flash.

📱 Quick Device Specifications

Device: BQ Aquaris M10 Tablet
Chipset: MediaTek MT8163
Display: 10.1″ HD (1280×800) or FHD (1920×1200) IPS
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 16GB
Battery: 7280 mAh

🛠 Required Tools & Downloads

File / Tool	Download Link
SP Flash Tool	Download Tool
MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers	Download Drivers

⬇️ BQ Aquaris M10 Stock ROM / Firmware

Android Version	Build Number	Chipset	Download Link
6.0 Marshmallow	2.2.0	MediaTek MT8163	Download (MediaFire)

Quick Steps to Flash BQ Aquaris M10 Firmware

Download and install the MediaTek VCOM drivers. Extract the firmware ZIP file (BQ_Aquaris_M10_..._MT8163.zip) and the SP Flash Tool on your PC.
Launch flash_tool.exe. Click the “Scatter-loading” button and select the MT8163_Android_scatter.txt file from the extracted firmware folder.
Ensure the flashing mode in the dropdown menu is set to “Download Only.”
Power off your tablet completely. Click the green “Download” button in SP Flash Tool, then immediately connect the powered-off tablet to your PC via USB cable.
The flash will start automatically. If it is not detected, you may need to press and hold the Volume Up or Volume Down button while connecting it.
Once you see the green checkmark pop-up, you can disconnect the tablet and power it on.

For a more detailed, step-by-step guide on this process, please refer to our main tutorial:
👉 Full Tutorial: How to Flash MediaTek Firmware with SP Flash Tool

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. I updated my M10 to Marshmallow and now the battery drains very fast. Will this help?: Yes, this is the most common complaint after the OTA update. A clean flash of the stock Marshmallow firmware using this guide is the best way to resolve software-related battery drain, as it removes any conflicting files from the previous Android version.
Q2. The tablet takes 8 hours to charge. Can firmware fix this?: It can help. While the very large 7280 mAh battery naturally takes a long time to charge, software bugs can make it even slower. Flashing the firmware resets the power management drivers. For best results, ensure you are using a high-quality 2A charger and cable.
Q3. My tablet’s touchscreen is unresponsive or has “ghost touches.” What should I do?: This is often a software driver issue. A clean firmware installation is a crucial first step as it restores the original touchscreen drivers and calibration. If the problem persists after a flash, it may indicate a hardware fault with the screen’s digitizer.

🔧 Device Troubleshooting

I get a “PMT changed for the ROM” error in SP Flash Tool: This error is common when flashing between major OS versions (like from a failed Lollipop update). To fix this, change the flashing mode in SP Flash Tool from “Download Only” to “Firmware Upgrade” and try the process again.
SP Flash Tool shows a BROM ERROR or the tablet is not detected: This is a driver issue. Ensure the MediaTek VCOM drivers are correctly installed (you may need to disable Windows Driver Signature Enforcement). Use a good quality USB cable and a main USB port on your PC. Make sure the tablet is completely powered off before connecting it.
The tablet is stuck on the BQ logo after flashing: The first boot after a major flash can take up to 20 minutes. If it’s still stuck, you must boot into recovery mode (Power + Volume Up), and perform a “Wipe data/factory reset” to clear any old data conflicts.