Here’s a review for br23uboot1.00, written as if from a tech user or firmware analyst:
Verdict:
If you have a BR23-based board and need a minimal, working bootloader, this gets the job done. Just don’t expect hand-holding. Great for recovery or custom Linux projects, but not beginner-friendly.
Firmware Failure: The main software (firmware) on the chip (often a JL/Jerry series chip) has crashed or failed to load.
Conclusion
Physical Glitch: A stuck button or a short circuit during power-on might have triggered the manual "bootloader" entry.