I got the notification today.
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I got the notification today.
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I got the notification today.
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have you saved the 66 mb zip ota update ? can you share it
If i install this update, would i still be able to unlock the bootloader and flash custom ROMs ? im on stock ROM.
sidgallup said:
If i install this update, would i still be able to unlock the bootloader and flash custom ROMs ? im on stock ROM.
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YES
Welp... today i updated stock ROM to the latest version, after that i unlocked bootloader on Motos website, flashed TWRP, installed LineageOS and coudlnt get signal to connect to GSM, then flashed Resurrection Remix and same problem, everything works except calls, signal bars at at 0, no service.
This reminds me of some issues i had years ago and i needed to flash an older modem for calls to work.
Is anyone else having issues after updating to the latest stock ROM version?
EDIT: just confirmed theres something in the latest OTA that blocks GSM funcionality on custom ROMS, i did the exact same proccess with my brother's phone which is the same as mine, Boost E4, but this time without updating the stock ROM, just went directly to unlocking bootloader out of the box and this time is working perfectly.
I need some help now on how to go back to stock ROM and unlock mine.
It is really sneaky for them to do that! Anyone else run into the same problem? I am hoping to use my 1766 with GSM as well. Any luck reverting the changes?
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It is really sneaky for them to do that! Anyone else run into the same problem? I am hoping to use my 1766 with GSM as well. Any luck reverting the changes?
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Follow the instructions in my stock firmware thread here to restore your device to the most current stock Android OS and firmware config. https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-e4/how-to/firmware-restoring-moto-e4-xt1766-t3820749
However, as far as downgrading your radio firmware, the bootloader (/aboot) has a feature that prevents downgrading. Attempting to downgrade the bootloader will trip a qFuse and hard brick your device. Sprint is notorious for network restricting their devices. They've been doing this for years. Downgrading the Android OS itself is no problem, but downgrading protected firmware partitions is next to impossible.
MotoJunkie01 said:
Follow the instructions in my stock firmware thread here to restore your device to the most current stock Android OS and firmware config. https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-e4/how-to/firmware-restoring-moto-e4-xt1766-t3820749
However, as far as downgrading your radio firmware, the bootloader (/aboot) has a feature that prevents downgrading. Attempting to downgrade the bootloader will trip a qFuse and hard brick your device. Sprint is notorious for network restricting their devices. They've been doing this for years. Downgrading the Android OS itself is no problem, but downgrading protected firmware partitions is next to impossible.
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I read the thread but it is not clear to me if this will solve my problem. From what I understand, the latest OTA blocks GSM usage. But I'm not sure if it also prevents me from using it with other MVNO. I don't see a way to edit APN. It lets me select from a list of Sprint APNs but none of them works. No way to edit or add.
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I read the thread but it is not clear to me if this will solve my problem. From what I understand, the latest OTA blocks GSM usage. But I'm not sure if it also prevents me from using it with other MVNO. I don't see a way to edit APN. It lets me select from a list of Sprint APNs but none of them works. No way to edit or add.
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On another CDMA, the difficulty will not be with the device itself, but rather with MEID whitelisting.
MotoJunkie01 said:
On another CDMA, the difficulty will not be with the device itself, but rather with MEID whitelisting.
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I was able to register Boost Moto E4 with Tello. I can make phone calls but I cannot use any data (same account, so I know there should be data). The behavior is similar to GSM carriers before APN is setup. I am not sure if it is related to the update.
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I was able to register Boost Moto E4 with Tello. I can make phone calls but I cannot use any data (same account, so I know there should be data). The behavior is similar to GSM carriers before APN is setup. I am not sure if it is related to the update.
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Oh okay. That makes things clearer. With Boost Mobile being a Sprint owned subsidiary, and Tello being a Sprint affiliated MVNO, you are correct that with voice being functional, your data connection should likewise work. (Contrary to popular belief, Boost Mobile is not an MVNO and never has been.) I believe that, in your situation, the last OTA is likely not the problem, but rather with your ability -- or lack thereof -- to edit the APN settings. But, on a positive note, with root of the stock OS, using a root file editor can be used to manually modify your apns-config.xml file to add the 4G/LTE data and MMS parameters for Tello. I believe there are also root dependent apps which can edit APN settings.
Since your xt1766 is the Boost Mobile variant, your default APN & telephony parameters are configured specifically for Boost Mobile. I'm making an educated guess that using root permissions to add Tello data and MMS parameters should fix your issue.
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I received a used s3 which had stock 4.3 , modem/bootloader mjb, and knox. I rooted, removed knox and installed slim 4.4.4 rom, lean 4.4.4 kernel and latest philz. All running ok
including cell calls to/from, mms, apps and wifi data. Same modem/bootloader (MJB), IMEI available However cellular data will not connect and or transmit/receive using att, phone or lte APN.
Any help/thoughts appreciated?
Have you updated the bootloader and modem to kk?
audit13 said:
Have you updated the bootloader and modem to kk?
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My research suggested that the modem mjb and bootloader mjb did not have to be updated if cell calls and sms were working. Also I have an older S3 with modem mjb and bootloader mg2 and the same rom and kernel
that was working fine.
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Can you manually add the APN? Have you tried other KK custom ROMs?
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Can you manually add the APN? Have you tried other KK custom ROMs?
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I just added an APN, tested and deleted it. I was holding off changing roms because it seems to me that this might be an ATT cell data network registration problem in which the choice of ROM is
irrelevant.
When you added the APN, were you able to connect to ATT?
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When you added the APN, were you able to connect to ATT?
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Not for data, cell calls and sms work.
Are any APNs present in the phone? With every custom ROM I have installed on a phone (i747m, Atrix HD, Nexus 4, Galaxy Nexus, LG Optimus G), the APN was always automatically added.
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Are any APNs present in the phone? With every custom ROM I have installed on a phone (i747m, Atrix HD, Nexus 4, Galaxy Nexus, LG Optimus G), the APN was always automatically added.
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Yes, there were att based apns labeled phone, att, lte, broadband, attactivate and two for smarttalk. I have tried the phone, lte and att apns and they all fail.
This is strange that it can't connect the ATT data network. Is ATT's data network functioning properly in your area? Are you able to try your sim in another phone?
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This is strange that it can't connect the ATT data network. Is ATT's data network functioning properly in your area? Are you able to try your sim in another phone?
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I just tested the ATT data network with another sim and phone. AOK. Unable to easily test with the same sim due to a std/micro sim card mismatch. Will be able to
do that after 6p cdt today.
Weird, I would suggest creating a nandroid backup of your current ROM and try another ROM.
Do you have a link to the ROM you installed?
audit13 said:
Weird, I would suggest creating a nandroid backup of your current ROM and try another ROM.
Do you have a link to the ROM you installed?
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Here is a link to the main d2lte download page. I downloaded the 7.0 version as my searches showed some instability in later releases .
http://slimroms.net/index.php/downloads/dlsearch/viewcategory/1183-d2lte
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Here is a link to the main d2lte download page. I downloaded the 7.0 version as my searches showed some instability in later releases .
http://slimroms.net/index.php/downloads/dlsearch/viewcategory/1183-d2lte
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Will have to hold for now on another rom install due to external issues.
I don't see any assert lines in the ROM's updater-script file. I also noticed that it has been updated since Aug 5.
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I don't see any assert lines in the ROM's updater-script file. I also noticed that it has been updated since Aug 5.
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Not knowledgeable enough to understand assert impact. Also held off on later version due to thread discussion about instability.
The only thing left to do seems to be trying another ROM. If that doesn't solve the issue, it may be a defective sim card or possible hardware issue.
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The only thing left to do seems to be trying another ROM. If that doesn't solve the issue, it may be a defective sim card or possible hardware issue.
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Have to go on hold for a while now.
Thanks for the efforts
Any other thoughts/help appreciated!!
If you get it solved, let us know how you did it.
Sorry I couldn't solve the problem for you.
Cheers
Resolved. By removal of lean kernel and extensive correction of ATT registration data. Thanks for the help
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I decided to try the latest U-firmware on my G930V. I had issues with previous G930U builds having SMS/MMS issues. I gave PL2 a shot yesterday and I've been really happy with it. The phone is very snappy and everything works as designed. Verizon visual voicemail can't be used, but it's not a huge deal. VoLTE works well. You can download My Verizon from the Play Store. I'd highly recommend this firmware compared to the previous builds. Make sure to enable the Verizon APN in APN settings after install.
I'd like to note that my phone is completely stock at this point, NOT ROOTED, so I didn't need to apply any fixes to make things work. You should be able to root without issue if that's your thing.
Downloading the firmware from Sammobile takes FOREVER, so I uploaded it to my AFH account to cut down on that download time for you guys.
G930UUEU4APL2
Backup using Smart Switch, then use Odin and flash ALL 4 files. Do yourself a favor and don't use HOME_CSC. It'll make things much smoother if you don't.
Let me know if anyone runs into any issues. I know in the past, some have had great experience with the U-firmware and others had issues with no reception. I want to see if the same holds true for this build.
Is this update in January?
Update: Yup, I took it last month and everything was OK. I am on Verizon Rom now just expecting it receives Nougat earlier than U furmware, which updates quarterly.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/firmware-g930uueu4apl2-sm-g930u-t3535230
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Is this update in January?
Update: Yup, I took it last month and everything was OK. I am on Verizon Rom now just expecting it receives Nougat earlier than U furmware, which updates quarterly.
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I was hoping Verizon would see the official Nougat by this point. I liked the feel of the U-firmware, but reception was a problem for me on Verizon. I decided I'd give the latest U-firm a shot since waiting for official Verizon Nougat seems like a lost cause at this point. I'll stay with this until Nougat is officially released. This firmware is the December update, and since they update it quarterly, an update should be around the corner. Maybe the next U-firmware will be Nougat. I think Nougat-U would be damn near flawless lol.
I've been running it since beginning of January no Issues
What exactly are the benefits of flashing this? Do I get 7.0? How is the reception? What are the cons?
I have a pretty big problem. I attempted flashing the 4 files with Odin 3.09. After a couple of seconds the operation terminated and now my GS7 is stuck in a bootloop. Whats worse is that when i attempted to boot into recovery, now it shows a blue screen with the android logo that says "installing system update" for about 2 seconds then shuts off, then tries again. Does anyone know how to fix this, at least so I can flash stock back on it?
Update: Fixed it, was able to get into download mode and use odin to flash stock. The flash failed but it was able to trip the OS and recovery back to normal for some reason.
Nobiscis said:
What exactly are the benefits of flashing this? Do I get 7.0? How is the reception? What are the cons?
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No carrier bloat and a very smooth OS. The reception is great. The cons are that you don't get any of the carrier features, like WiFi calling, visual voicemail, ect.
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I have a pretty big problem. I attempted flashing the 4 files with Odin 3.09. After a couple of seconds the operation terminated and now my GS7 is stuck in a bootloop. Whats worse is that when i attempted to boot into recovery, now it shows a blue screen with the android logo that says "installing system update" for about 2 seconds then shuts off, then tries again. Does anyone know how to fix this, at least so I can flash stock back on it?
Update: Fixed it, was able to get into download mode and use odin to flash stock. The flash failed but it was able to trip the OS and recovery back to normal for some reason.
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Odin 3.9 might be too old. I've used Odin 3.11 or higher on the S7 and have never had any issues.
thanks to you it works perfectly but HOME_CSC failed and caused recovery bootloop after that i tried other CSC and it was successful. I've got very upset on V firmware because they deleted a lot of features on galaxy S7. they are worst
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I decided to try the latest U-firmware on my G930V. I had issues with previous G930U builds having SMS/MMS issues. I gave PL2 a shot yesterday and I've been really happy with it. The phone is very snappy and everything works as designed. Verizon visual voicemail can't be used, but it's not a huge deal. VoLTE works well. You can download My Verizon from the Play Store. I'd highly recommend this firmware compared to the previous builds. Make sure to enable the Verizon APN in APN settings after install.
I'd like to note that my phone is completely stock at this point, NOT ROOTED, so I didn't need to apply any fixes to make things work. You should be able to root without issue if that's your thing.
Downloading the firmware from Sammobile takes FOREVER, so I uploaded it to my AFH account to cut down on that download time for you guys.
G930UUEU4APL2
Backup using Smart Switch, then use Odin and flash ALL 4 files. Do yourself a favor and don't use HOME_CSC. It'll make things much smoother if you don't.
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I'm still having issues with this latest firmwire. I do get LTE but not network connection. I still have circle with a line through it indicating that I don't have service. the service will come on for a second and then cut out. Service is called "123456".
Did you choose the APN to use? If you are using a Verizon SIM card, then it should give you the option to use Verizon, but you need to select it.
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Did you choose the APN to use? If you are using a Verizon SIM card, then it should give you the option to use Verizon, but you need to select it.
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So there's APN settings and Network Operators. I'm actually using a verizon MVNO called boom mobile. If I selected "verizon" network, I get a notification that says " no service - selected netweork verizon not available". The other one's that show up from the selection are ATT, T mobile, and some 310830 thing. None of them work. I use automatic network detection.
As far as APN settings, I do use Verizon and I get LTE data from that. I just don't get the phone service connection.
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So there's APN settings and Network Operators. I'm actually using a verizon MVNO called boom mobile. If I selected "verizon" network, I get a notification that says " no service - selected netweork verizon not available". The other one's that show up from the selection are ATT, T mobile, and some 310830 thing. None of them work. I use automatic network detection.
As far as APN settings, I do use Verizon and I get LTE data from that. I just don't get the phone service connection.
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Hmmm. This is passed my level of experience then. I'm only familiar with setting up and using authentic Verizon service. I can't speak for other services that use Verizon's network.
Install PL2 from PI3?
CVertigo1 said:
I decided to try the latest U-firmware on my G930V. I had issues with previous G930U builds having SMS/MMS issues. I gave PL2 a shot yesterday and I've been really happy with it. The phone is very snappy and everything works as designed. Verizon visual voicemail can't be used, but it's not a huge deal. VoLTE works well. You can download My Verizon from the Play Store. I'd highly recommend this firmware compared to the previous builds. Make sure to enable the Verizon APN in APN settings after install.
I'd like to note that my phone is completely stock at this point, NOT ROOTED, so I didn't need to apply any fixes to make things work. You should be able to root without issue if that's your thing.
Downloading the firmware from Sammobile takes FOREVER, so I uploaded it to my AFH account to cut down on that download time for you guys.
G930UUEU4APL2
Backup using Smart Switch, then use Odin and flash ALL 4 files. Do yourself a favor and don't use HOME_CSC. It'll make things much smoother if you don't.
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Sorry for a newbie question. Can I install this firmware from a verizon PI3 firmware? Thanks in advance!
pboy said:
Sorry for a newbie question. Can I install this firmware from a verizon PI3 firmware? Thanks in advance!
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Yes you can.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I was looking into flashing the U firmware for a while and I finally pulled a trigger after seeing this thread.
Everything works well on Verizon and it feels great to have a clean phone & freedom to switch. I think it's worth waiting a little more for Nougat.
p.s. Anyone has an idea on when official G930U Nougat will be released?
Will this work for my AT&T S7 on PJ4 firmware?
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hey guys,
this is the first non-nexus phone i've used, and I am excited about flashing the U firmware to get a clean stock experience on my g930v. I was wondering what files i should input in jOdin under the PDA/Bootloader/CSC/Phone fields after I extract the zip file SM-G930U? I have searched tried to watch some insufferable youtube videos on the matter have had no luck finding an answer. Also since I'm asking, is it possible to flash this firmware with jOdin3, sorry for the newbie questions, didn't know where else to go.
Thanks in advance to any helpful replies.
Solved the above, no need for replies.
Next though is when I try and flash using Jodin3 the pit file is acquired, the phone reboots and then it stays disconnected and I am unable to start the process after the phone reboots. Any suggestions?
Solved the above by using heimdall to extact pit.
I am close to giving up and flashing anything via jOdin3 I have tried pretty much everything to flash new firmware with no success, latest error is that there is a corrupt file, need to use Odin file...
HAS ANYONE had success flashing a Verizon S7 on macOS? if so please tell me where to go.
How can I get 930u to 930v?
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How can I get 930u to 930v?
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Flash the Verizon firmware from the Verizon threads
Hey,
I'm on 6.0 and i cannot seem to get the modem to work on my phone.
Is it because i was on rooted 5.1 before that, and root loses modem?
But i upgraded to 6.0 and that loses root, but mobile data still doesn't work.
Does anyone have a fix for this?
TheLatios381 said:
Hey,
I'm on 6.0 and i cannot seem to get the modem to work on my phone.
Is it because i was on rooted 5.1 before that, and root loses modem?
But i upgraded to 6.0 and that loses root, but mobile data still doesn't work.
Does anyone have a fix for this?
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You haven't provided very much information.
I'm presuming you used LGUP-NEW and upgraded straight to 6.0 without first refurbishing with a stock 5.1 (i.e., an unrooted stock version for your specific country/carrier), before upgrading to 6.0? If so, that may be where the problem arose.
You could try a factory reset with what you have installed - not sure it will solve, but worth a try.
The next thing I would suggest is refurbishing with the appropriate stock 5.1 for your country/carrier - confirm that the modem and mobile data is working before then upgrading with the appropriate 6.0 stock kdz.
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You haven't provided very much information.
I'm presuming you used LGUP-NEW and upgraded straight to 6.0 without first refurbishing with a stock 5.1 (i.e., an unrooted stock version for your specific country/carrier), before upgrading to 6.0? If so, that may be where the problem arose.
You could try a factory reset with what you have installed - not sure it will solve, but worth a try.
The next thing I would suggest is refurbishing with the appropriate stock 5.1 for your country/carrier - confirm that the modem and mobile data is working before then upgrading with the appropriate 6.0 stock kdz.
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IIRC I used the refurbish option when I went to 5.1, then rooted, then got rid of root before upgrading to 6.0, which is where I'm at today.
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IIRC I used the refurbish option when I went to 5.1, then rooted, then got rid of root before upgrading to 6.0, which is where I'm at today.
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How did you get rid of root?
sdembiske said:
How did you get rid of root?
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I used the unroot option in supersu
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I used the unroot option in supersu
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That's what I suspected.
Unfortunately, when you have used the root injection method on an H812, the interaction with SuperSU is not straightforward nor fully understood (refer to the thread at https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/reverse-engineering-lg-g4-root-t3628778 where steadfaster X, ReeS86 and I explored this issue in part). If you re-read the root injection thread (https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/lg-g4-100-root-success-directives-root-t3180586), you will note that the suggested way to lose root is to refurbish first with the stock 5.1 kdz you used in the first place with LGUP-NEW, then upgrade to 6.0 with it.
Back up your data fully and using LGUP-NEW, refurbish with the 5.1 stock KDZ you used in the first place and see if you regain your modem and mobile data - if you do, then upgrade to 6.0.
sdembiske said:
That's what I suspected.
Unfortunately, when you have used the root injection method on an H812, the interaction with SuperSU is not straightforward nor fully understood (refer to the thread at https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/reverse-engineering-lg-g4-root-t3628778 where steadfaster X, ReeS86 and I explored this issue in part). If you re-read the root injection thread (https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/lg-g4-100-root-success-directives-root-t3180586), you will note that the suggested way to lose root is to refurbish first with the stock 5.1 kdz you used in the first place with LGUP-NEW, then upgrade to 6.0 with it.
Back up your data fully and using LGUP-NEW, refurbish with the 5.1 stock KDZ you used in the first place and see if you regain your modem and mobile data - if you do, then upgrade to 6.0.
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Ah, gotcha. Will try when I have time.
EDIT: Mobile data still doesn't seem to be working on 5.1... even after refurbishing with kdz
TheLatios381 said:
Ah, gotcha. Will try when I have time.
EDIT: Mobile data still doesn't seem to be working on 5.1... even after refurbishing with kdz
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The first thing to do is:
Go into settings and check your baseband version. If it's unknown thats likely the reason for your issues and normally can be solved by wiping the modemst1 and modemst2 partitions.
Then please explain exactly what is working and what not. You say your "modem" is not working but this is not much information:
Do you have an issue to get cell service?
Do you have an issue to get mobile data/internet?
Do you have an issue to get specific mobile data/internet speeds(i.e. LTE, 3G,...)?
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The first thing to do is:
Go into settings and check your baseband version. If it's unknown thats likely the reason for your issues and normally can be solved by wiping the modemst1 and modemst2 partitions.
Then please explain exactly what is working and what not. You say your "modem" is not working but this is not much information:
Do you have an issue to get cell service?
Do you have an issue to get mobile data/internet?
Do you have an issue to get specific mobile data/internet speeds(i.e. LTE, 3G,...)?
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It says my baseband version is MPSS.B0.2.5.c3-00070-M8992FAAAANAZM-1
And i have trouble getting mobile data fyi
Did you upgrade to android 7?
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It says my baseband version is MPSS.B0.2.5.c3-00070-M8992FAAAANAZM-1
And i have trouble getting mobile data fyi
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Ok good. So this seems to be an apn issue then. The modem works fine when you get cell service and if you can call and the other site can hear you and vice versa.
There is a section in the hidden menu (check http://tinyurl.com/antirollg4 at the top you find the how-to get in) where you can reset the APNs which may help out here.
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You can reset your apn in the H812 by going to Settings > Mobile data > touch on the 3 dot menu at the top right of the screen there > touch on Mobile networks > touch on Access point names > touch on the 3 dot menu at the top right of the screen > touch on Reset to default.
If that doesn't help you could delete and add the appropriate data for Koodo in New APN on the same last menu pop-up screen.
Hey guys! I have an LG G8 Thinq (LM-G820UM), stock OS, no root. I use Mint Mobile in the US.
I configured the APN settings according to Mint's website and I can call, send SMS/MMS, and get internet access just fine. But, I can't seem to use WiFi calling (though it's enabled on my Mint account) and I have not received a software update since March of 2021.
It says I am on the latest software version, but I have Android 10, and I've heard other Mint users are on 11 or even 12 with the same phone.
What can you recommend for me to make this work? I'd prefer not to root, but I am willing to. Can anyone ELI5 or link me a guide to fix this?
Thank you!
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Hey guys! I have an LG G8 Thinq (LM-G820UM), stock OS, no root. I use Mint Mobile in the US.
I configured the APN settings according to Mint's website and I can call, send SMS/MMS, and get internet access just fine. But, I can't seem to use WiFi calling (though it's enabled on my Mint account) and I have not received a software update since March of 2021.
It says I am on the latest software version, but I have Android 10, and I've heard other Mint users are on 11 or even 12 with the same phone.
What can you recommend for me to make this work? I'd prefer not to root, but I am willing to. Can anyone ELI5 or link me a guide to fix this?
Thank you!
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Well first, Mint is not a carrier, they are an MVNO. They 'resell' T-Mobile network. So, it's not Mint that would update the OS, it would be whatever OS was originally (or rather currently) on the device.
So Mint doesn't care what OS variant you're using (Sprint, VZW, ATT, etc), but that' doesn't mean all the features will work (like vowifi).
I use Mint and have found that crossflashing my Sprint device to the latest US Open OS version (a11), everything will work; VoLTE, VoWifi, data, sms/mms, etc.
Mostly, the only way you would see an OTA update is if you are using the correct OS and that carriers network. That's not completely accurate though, some carriers will send an update over wifi without a (usually needed) carrier specific sim card, but that's hit or miss, no guarantees (I've had a Sprint phone that did it, but ATT is known to never do it).
You don't have to root to crossflash. But it's a real good idea to back up your entire rom before doing anything, or at the very least the essential partitions that are specific to your phone.
cheers
AsItLies said:
Well first, Mint is not a carrier, they are an MVNO. They 'resell' T-Mobile network. So, it's not Mint that would update the OS, it would be whatever OS was originally (or rather currently) on the device.
So Mint doesn't care what OS variant you're using (Sprint, VZW, ATT, etc), but that' doesn't mean all the features will work (like vowifi).
I use Mint and have found that crossflashing my Sprint device to the latest US Open OS version (a11), everything will work; VoLTE, VoWifi, data, sms/mms, etc.
Mostly, the only way you would see an OTA update is if you are using the correct OS and that carriers network. That's not completely accurate though, some carriers will send an update over wifi without a (usually needed) carrier specific sim card, but that's hit or miss, no guarantees (I've had a Sprint phone that did it, but ATT is known to never do it).
You don't have to root to crossflash. But it's a real good idea to back up your entire rom before doing anything, or at the very least the essential partitions that are specific to your phone.
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Thanks so much for the explanation and the advice! I will begin researching crossflashing, pretty sure I've seen a couple of detailed posts here about it.
Is there a method to backup my ROM without root? I'm familiar with the process with TWRP installed, but not sure how to do it without. Would it be easier to just unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP + Magisk, backup, and then crossflash, rather than do it all without root?
Also, were you able to get an OTA update from Mint/T-Mobile once you crossflashed to the US Open OS version? Or would I have to flash an Android 12 ROM to upgrade?
Thanks again for the help, apologies for my newbieness. Just trying to get all my ducks in a row before I get hasty and brick my phone. lol
KillerTuxedo said:
Thanks so much for the explanation and the advice! I will begin researching crossflashing, pretty sure I've seen a couple of detailed posts here about it.
Is there a method to backup my ROM without root? I'm familiar with the process with TWRP installed, but not sure how to do it without. Would it be easier to just unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP + Magisk, backup, and then crossflash, rather than do it all without root?
Also, were you able to get an OTA update from Mint/T-Mobile once you crossflashed to the US Open OS version? Or would I have to flash an Android 12 ROM to upgrade?
Thanks again for the help, apologies for my newbieness. Just trying to get all my ducks in a row before I get hasty and brick my phone. lol
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No worries, all good questions and not that easy to find the answers.
The best back-up method, imho, is to use the bkerler edl utilities (g search that, you'll find the github page).
Using twrp, what you can backup will be limited, but you can use dd commands to backup via twrp adb interface, but that's very time consuming.
I've never gotten an OTA update on LG phone if not running their specific OS, and not rooted or crossflashed to it. But, no big deal as pretty much now, there are no updates. Only the available KDZ and after flashing / xflashing to one of them, there won't be updates to it.
At this time, LG has not released any a12 roms, afaik. There are supposedly 'plans' to do so, but I'd bet it never happens.
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I always flash global image instead of Verizon due to bloat ware and stuff.. I did have a question would it be worth grabbing the Verizon radio images and flashing them as I'm on the Verizon network? Also do you flash them with adb or is there another method? So used to having TWRP.. Much appreciated.
I never flash the VZW image......but you can certainly try the radio as you suggest. Normally, I never see any difference, but curious if others see some....the radio is different in the current VZW image.
You would do "fastboot flash radio radio_imagefile_here"
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I always flash global image instead of Verizon due to bloat ware and stuff.. I did have a question would it be worth grabbing the Verizon radio images and flashing them as I'm on the Verizon network? Also do you flash them with adb or is there another method? So used to having TWRP.. Much appreciated.
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What bloatware (and stuff) are you referring to regarding the VZW image?
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I always flash global image instead of Verizon due to bloat ware and stuff.. I did have a question would it be worth grabbing the Verizon radio images and flashing them as I'm on the Verizon network? Also do you flash them with adb or is there another method? So used to having TWRP.. Much appreciated.
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The Verizon firmware isn't a "Verizon owned" firmware, it's just a variant that Google has released because when Google sent out the "global" firmware for testing Verizon reported issues with it, and it was too late to incorporate the fixes and send out another firmware to all carriers for testing.
The variants in firmwares have nothing changed in them other than the radio/modem/network files and maybe app versions if the variant had to be built at a later date and picked up a new app version in the build process. The firmwares are exactly the same. They don't come with any additional bloatware, because Verizon's networking specific apps are actually already included in the base firmware and are enabled/disabled on the presence of a Verizon SIM. The bloatware you are delivered is when setting up the phone and the setup wizard will offer the carrier bloatware to be installed depending on the carrier of the SIM.
Run the firmware designated for your carrier. You might have service issues if you don't, but it will run almost the same.
I ran the Verizon variant on my phone with T-Mobile and I got service just fine, however it appears that Verizon wanted the scaling for network strength to be changed because it reported 0 bars even though I had service. It also wanted to try really hard to latch onto mmWave, so it appears that Verizon wanted that and potentially more changed.
Just run the online flash tool from Google to get updated, or follow the tutorial threads in the help section.
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I never flash the VZW image......but you can certainly try the radio as you suggest. Normally, I never see any difference, but curious if others see some....the radio is different in the current VZW image.
You would do "fastboot flash radio radio_imagefile_here"
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You'll have to flash more. There's also the modem inside the image and there are also APNs and other files for networks on the system image or vendor image too, so it's really just best to take the whole firmware.
Ok so I should just flash over the global and so as usual then right?
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Ok so I should just flash over the global and so as usual then right?
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You mean flash the Verizon firmware over the global firmware you already have on your phone? Yes, it will be fine. You don't need to wipe the phone.