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HTC One Conversion Dilema!?

Okay, so here goes...
A friend of a friend has a AT&T 64GB HTC One (in silver, if anyone cares...)
I, being the phone guru in the eastern parts of the GTA in Ontario (Yes, I am a Canadian, )
was contacted earlier this week to solve a rather confusing issue to which I find myself rather dumbfounded.
PROBLEM: Phone-owner rooted, unlocked the bootloader and s-off'ed using RevOne (before 1.54 hboot as not currently possible as of today). He attempted a Google Edition conversion with success or so he thought, now the phone works fine except for any carrier based service of any kind, sim is detected but, no service of any kind works. During the conversion he re-locked bootloader, flipped s-off to s-on and unrooted. Root has been re-achieved, and I'm looking into HBOOT version for s-off and the ability to re-unlock bootloader. TWRP is the currently installed recovery, when a sense-based rom is installed, it says sim is locked. I'm quite adept at android everything and this kind of stumps me and is my first take at HTC One development.
Any help greatly appreciated, thanks!
UPDATE: HBOOT is 1.54 and is S-ON

I don't have a solution but I remember reading on XDA that you will screw up your phone if you switch s-off to s-on after doing the conversion.
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austriak said:
I don't have a solution but I remember reading on XDA that you will screw up your phone if you switch s-off to s-on after doing the conversion.
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Any ideas on where you read this or if anyone knows, I'm eager to know as I was offered to buy the dilema-ridden HTC One.
Thanks

Sounds like he screwed up his phone like some others did who were not careful enough about the GE conversion. What he did was input a conflicting MID/CID then locked that bad configuration down.
From what I've heard, installing a 4.3 rom may solve the issue. You can't currently s-off because the 1.54 hboot closed the exploit.
You could be buying an expensive mp3 player, so be careful.

[Q] What's all the fuss about S-OFF?

So I read about S-OFF and I can gather that it has something to do with unlocking the bootloader. I'm a little confused since I just went to the HTC website and did the official unlock steps, I'm now rooted with clockworkmod CM10.2, and my bootloader is S-ON.
Basically, I never did S-OFF so I'm confused about why it's so important and why didn't I have to do it?

Stephen304 said:
So I read about S-OFF and I can gather that it has something to do with unlocking the bootloader. I'm a little confused since I just went to the HTC website and did the official unlock steps, I'm now rooted with clockworkmod CM10.2, and my bootloader is S-ON.
Basically, I never did S-OFF so I'm confused about why it's so important and why didn't I have to do it?
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Its not important at all
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With S-off you can flash everything you want on your phone . Downgrade is a most comun reason.
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Stephen304 said:
So I read about S-OFF and I can gather that it has something to do with unlocking the bootloader. I'm a little confused since I just went to the HTC website and did the official unlock steps, I'm now rooted with clockworkmod CM10.2, and my bootloader is S-ON.
Basically, I never did S-OFF so I'm confused about why it's so important and why didn't I have to do it?
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Some carriers are the only users option in their area.
Like for me, that carrier would be Verizon. They have great coverage.
But they also happen to be evil and had HTC block our HTC One's MID from being able to use the HTC Bootloader Unlock bin file.
It will fail the initial checks after getting the token from you.
We also have the 1.54 hboot as stock, so there is no using moonshine, or facepalm, or any other previous method as of yet.
So in order for poor folks with carriers that strongarm smaller companies like HTC into doing things against their wishes and our wishes,
S-off allows us to then change CID,MID, etc,...as well as then go and unlock the bootloader as we should be able to do by choice.
That's why they built it and added in a warranty void warning, so we could make that choice if we so choose.
Anyway, that should make it more clear to you now at least, sorry for the extra carrier rant, lol.
Plus the obvious other advantages of flashing radios, kernels, etc,...without doing fastboot.

Ah okay. So S-off does similar to the HTCDev unlock? If I used S-Off instead could I get rid of the ugly warning text on boot?

Htc dev unlock only needed partitions. S-off unlock ALL
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Stephen304 said:
Ah okay. So S-off does similar to the HTCDev unlock? If I used S-Off instead could I get rid of the ugly warning text on boot?
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Yes you could get ride of the warning text with s-off, with s-on you cannot.

Everything what's said above + more , for example if htc one windows version ever gets ported s-off users can have it , we can also convert our device into ge edition / dev edition / flash whatever comes thru your mind , even splash screens , use modified bootloaders , we can also unlock bootloader without need of HTC official unlock process , we can lock it as well ( s-on can only relock it ) we can also completely hide we ever were rooted / unlocked for warranty reasons while s-on can't.
We can also use super cid which allows us to flash any ruu or use any region / carrier roms.
We can also downgrade bootloader or flash any other.
That's mainly it , also for example us with s-off have writeable partitions while for example s-on users still don't on 3.22 base.
And at the end maybe a good thing for you and some less advanced or less knowledgeable ppl s-on is a good thing since with s-on phone is practically indestructible software-wise , while with s-off small mistake even in fastboot could brick the device.
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santod040 said:
Plus the obvious other advantages of flashing radios, kernels, etc,...without doing fastboot.
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With the HTC One, you can flash radios and kernels in the recovery if you unlock the bootloader...
>> Sent from the abyss <<

Stephen304 said:
So I read about S-OFF and I can gather that it has something to do with unlocking the bootloader. I'm a little confused since I just went to the HTC website and did the official unlock steps, I'm now rooted with clockworkmod CM10.2, and my bootloader is S-ON.
Basically, I never did S-OFF so I'm confused about why it's so important and why didn't I have to do it?
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To get official OTA with updates to firmware, hboot and everything you have to get them from your carrier, and this depends on your CID. You cannot change this on S-ON. So basically your are bound to your carrier for life, they may but also may not release updates (like for ex. carriers in USA skipped 4.2 if I am not mistaken). You can of course flash custom ROM using dev unlock, but it won't update the firmware.

Ah okay thanks for the info! I have one more question about S-OFF if you don't mind: If I S-OFF and disable the red warning (flashing an unsigned fw), then S-ON again, would the warning come back?

If you do s-on with modified hboot will result an instant and forever brick. Dont do that.
Sent from my HTC 802w

Stephen304 said:
Ah okay thanks for the info! I have one more question about S-OFF if you don't mind: If I S-OFF and disable the red warning (flashing an unsigned fw), then S-ON again, would the warning come back?
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Why exactly would you want to go back to S-ON?
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Sprint Sim unlock

First I appologize if I post this in the wrong area, I am a noob and havent really found any info on how to sim unlock my Sprint HTC One. So far my HTC One is.
S-OFF, Bootloader Unlocked, Hboot 1.55, Version main 3.04.651.2
Modellid: PN0720000, CID SPCS_001
If anyone can help I would really appreciate it.
So far I have tried revone (even though I am on Hboot 1.55) Sprint HTCOne sim unlock (Does nothing) , Terminal Emulator command(Cant find file) , and even the new cut and past of (HtcOMADM.SPCS.apk and HtcOMADM SettingPluging SPCS.apk (Still states cant be found).
Is there anything I can do to sim Unlock if so plesae help.
P/s I heard if I can down grade my Hboot to 1.44 Revone will work, but I don’t know how to do it.

arc209 said:
First I appologize if I post this in the wrong area, I am a noob and havent really found any info on how to sim unlock my Sprint HTC One. So far my HTC One is.
S-OFF, Bootloader Unlocked, Hboot 1.55, Version main 3.04.651.2
Modellid: PN0720000, CID SPCS_001
If anyone can help I would really appreciate it.
So far I have tried revone (even though I am on Hboot 1.55) Sprint HTCOne sim unlock (Does nothing) , Terminal Emulator command(Cant find file) , and even the new cut and past of (HtcOMADM.SPCS.apk and HtcOMADM SettingPluging SPCS.apk (Still states cant be found).
Is there anything I can do to sim Unlock if so plesae help.
P/s I heard if I can down grade my Hboot to 1.44 Revone will work, but I don’t know how to do it.
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You must be on 4.3. You can follow this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=46654072 and replace the 2 files.
You don't need revone (you are s-off already)
Another option is to downgrade your firmware, actually you only need the touch pannel which you can find here https://db.tt/hifgaQ1R and follow some guide to flash firmwares to flash it. Than you can flash a 4.1.2 ROM, example ViperOne 4.1.2.
Finally install the Sprint HTC ONE SIM unlock helper from playstore and follow the instructions
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Can't find software update in menu

I just got my brand new unbranded HTC One here in Dubai. After starting the phone, I went to the 'about' phone section to know the current Android OS (4.1.2) and do an update but I can't find 'software update' in the menu. My S/N is FA344S901281.
I forgot to mention that on the Tell HTC, it was written "this is a test device". Please I need help with this problem.
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scorror said:
I just got my brand new unbranded HTC One here in Dubai. After starting the phone, I went to the 'about' phone section to know the current Android OS (4.1.2) and do an update but I can't find 'software update' in the menu. My S/N is FA344S901281.
I forgot to mention that on the Tell HTC, it was written "this is a test device". Please I need help with this problem.
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So you bought a used device?
Go into the bootloader by longpressing power + volume down till it reboots...still hold the buttons still the bootloader appears.
What does it state at the top.
Locked or unlocked?
Seems there's a custom rom on your device?
To fix it, you could simply run a RUU to restore to stock.

It is a brand new device. It says "locked". M7_UL PVT SHIP S-OFF RH; CID-11111111; HBOOT-1.54.0000; RADIO-4A.17.3250.14; OS- 5.29.401.13; eMMC-boot 2048MB; Jun 22 2013, 00:54:00 12857

Can anyone help out or explain?

scorror said:
I forgot to mention that on the Tell HTC, it was written "this is a test device". Please I need help with this problem.
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Thats because your phone is S-Off !!

scorror said:
It is a brand new device. It says "locked". M7_UL PVT SHIP S-OFF RH; CID-11111111; HBOOT-1.54.0000; RADIO-4A.17.3250.14; OS- 5.29.401.13; eMMC-boot 2048MB; Jun 22 2013, 00:54:00 12857
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This is not a new device.
Hate to be the bearer of bad new but im afraid if it has CID of 11111111 that means your handset has been hacked to have the security turned
off the CID (Customer ID) changed to a universal one and then the more than likely a reverse engineered hboot to reset the tampered flag and set the HBOOT back to **LOCKED**
What network do you want to be on and which country do you live in and i might be able to guide you through it.
Regards
kris

CID is Carrier ID, keep it as 11111111 (SuperCID), download CIDGetter from Play Store, once it sees SuperCID, it will pull the original CID from a secondary partition, then you will know where your phone came from.

It means it was s-off from manufacturer.

scorror said:
It means it was s-off from manufacturer.
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nope, 100% used phone (or at least the guy at the shop did it), you may get an s-off device (highly unlikely) but not SuperCID. download CIDGetter and tell us what your real CID is

It says CID is 11111111 from CID getter.
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scorror said:
It says CID is 11111111 from CID getter.
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oh, the guy is good!! he probably changed CIDs in all partitions.
okay, so here's what your gonna have to do:
1- post a "fastboot getvar all" (remove IMEI and s/n)
2- post a screenshot of bootloader
3- post a screenshot of Settings -> About -> Software information
4- where/what do you want your phone to be

@nkk71 could you put me through the steps on how to do each of the tasks.
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scorror said:
@nkk71 could you put me through the steps on how to do each of the tasks.
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Hey man, dont take this the wrong way, I really mean no offense, but it seems you are not familiar with what I posted, so I don't think you should be attempting this.
I would recommend you take it back to the shop (or any experienced shop), and they can fix it for you.
Again, no offense intended.

(4) I will be using the phone in Nigeria on Etisalat network.
Q1: I don't know how to do that. Could you guide me.
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@nkk71 No, I'm not offended. I've posted what you requested except Q1.
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scorror said:
(4) I will be using the phone in Nigeria on Etisalat network.
Q1: I don't know how to do that. Could you guide me.
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Trust me when I say: go to a phone shop, and let them fix it
if you're not familiar with adb sdk, fastboot, custom recovery, etc. you should not be doing this. someone with a little experience in the phone shop, could have your phone perfect in less than half an hour.

scorror said:
@nkk71 No, I'm not offended. I've posted what you requested except Q1.
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It definitely appears to have been tampered with prior to you buying it
As @nkk71 says, the phone the chances of the phone being s-off are slim, and there is no way the phone would have that CID.
Also, the hboot is version 1.54, and your android version is 4.1.2 - the hboot for that should be 1.44 i think?
Take it back - demand a refund

klashnikoff said:
This is not a new device.
Hate to be the bearer of bad new but im afraid if it has CID of 11111111 that means your handset has been hacked to have the security turned
off the CID (Customer ID) changed to a universal one and then the more than likely a reverse engineered hboot to reset the tampered flag and set the HBOOT back to **LOCKED**
What network do you want to be on and which country do you live in and i might be able to guide you through it.
Regards
kris
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I want to be on Etisalat network in Nigeria.
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stovie_steve said:
It definitely appears to have been tampered with prior to you buying it
As @nkk71 says, the phone the chances of the phone being s-off are slim, and there is no way the phone would have that CID.
Also, the hboot is version 1.54, and your android version is 4.1.2 - the hboot for that should be 1.44 i think?
Take it back - demand a refund
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hi @stovie_steve, have you seen the firmware (on the bootloader screenshot) !!

Can't find software updates on my HTC one
nkk71 said:
hi @stovie_steve, have you seen the firmware (on the bootloader screenshot) !!
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Unfortunately due to your network and location i doubt their will be an RUU for your device so you going to have to do a bit of leg work to get latest updates on your phone.
Give me 5 minutes and I will post a guide on what you need to do.
Regards
Kris

Switching Carriers Question

I just Sim Unlocked my MetroPCS variant, im still s-on and was wondering how would i be able to switch carrier frimwares???
Could i just use another RUU?

No, that will require you have s-off and then set your cid to the super cid (11111111). Then you will be able to use any ruu... But you will want to exercise caution here because it exposes your hboot partition and an incompatible or incomplete flash will brick your phone.

How did you Sim Unlock your phone would you please give me links or tutorials on how to do it .? i have a HTC desire 626s . rooted thank you .