[Q] GSM Developer Edition KitKat? - Moto X Q&A

Has the GSM Dev edition received the KitKat update yet?

yes, i got it today but i cannot install it via OTA
stupid TWRP recovery

thank you!

hammersfd said:
Has the GSM Dev edition received the KitKat update yet?
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yes. I got it and installed it. Excahnge active sync is fubard

RorixRebel said:
yes, i got it today but i cannot install it via OTA
stupid TWRP recovery
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I'm in the same boat. Anyone out there with a flashable version?

robsw said:
I'm in the same boat. Anyone out there with a flashable version?
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well i restored my recovery and installed via OTA
anyways someone made a flashable zip somewhere in general
cheers

wallyn said:
yes. I got it and installed it. Excahnge active sync is fubard
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I use touchdown for exchange... Works perfectly. Never liked the stock email app.
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wallyn said:
yes. I got it and installed it. Excahnge active sync is fubard
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I believe if you delete the exchange account and re-add it, it should work fine..

Just a heads up guys, the GSM dev edition is just running the same software are tmo, so anything for tmo can be applied to yours as well including the official OTA or the factory images for it

suntzu said:
I believe if you delete the exchange account and re-add it, it should work fine..
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Been there done that. I have both a gsm dev and an AT&T and they both exibit the same behavior. There is a major bug in KitKat that flows across all devices.

Follow this thread, Option #2 including the last step(modem files) and you will be ready to successfully flash the OTA. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536735
FAQ for Kit kat and How to prepare for it (All Carriers)
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Thank God someone asked this already! :good:
Btw, who is in charge of the Developer Edition updates (like KitKat and bug fixes)? The Motorola Team? Since it's not attached to a specific carrier when you buy it.
Last question, does it work worldwide? I'm thinking of buying this version of the Moto X, I live in Panama and this device hasn't come here (and probably won't, since it's not samsung or iphone market <_<). So if I select the "check for updates" on the phone, will it detect it? :fingers-crossed:

wallyn said:
yes. I got it and installed it. Excahnge active sync is fubard
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Any advice I can give my IT guys to fix this? My email and calendar are fine, contacts are not working.
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The GSM Developer Edition runs the same software as the T-Mobile version. Motorola is posting the factory images on their website. You can also get the files here: http://sbf.droid-developers.org/ghost/list.php
Not sure if your phone will detect an update or not but mine does on AT&T network, it shouldn't be an issue though for you as you will have two sources to get the files from yourself.
Darel18 said:
Thank God someone asked this already! :good:
Btw, who is in charge of the Developer Edition updates (like KitKat and bug fixes)? The Motorola Team? Since it's not attached to a specific carrier when you buy it.
Last question, does it work worldwide? I'm thinking of buying this version of the Moto X, I live in Panama and this device hasn't come here (and probably won't, since it's not samsung or iphone market <_<). So if I select the "check for updates" on the phone, will it detect it? :fingers-crossed:
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Verizon OTA update?

Just wondering how many of you guys received it officially? Still waiting for it
tejaskary said:
Just wondering how many of you guys received it officially? Still waiting for it
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So, from the Motorola global website I can see that the original shipping version for Verizon is this:
139.10.53.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
and the update is supposed to take it to this:
139.15.1.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
However, my phone version shows this:
139.10.51.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
Is it possible I don't even have the factory default version?? I got the phone from Swappa, is this a device with a pre-production build on it?
tejaskary said:
So, from the Motorola global website I can see that the original shipping version for Verizon is this:
139.10.53.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
and the update is supposed to take it to this:
139.15.1.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
However, my phone version shows this:
139.10.51.ghost_verizon.Verizon.en.US
Is it possible I don't even have the factory default version?? I got the phone from Swappa, is this a device with a pre-production build on it?
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Ok, I flashed to stock image using RSDlite and voila, software update downloading !! Damn, its risky to get stuff using Swappa, gotta keep an eye on stuff like this!!
tejaskary said:
Ok, I flashed to stock image using RSDlite and voila, software update downloading !! Damn, its risky to get stuff using Swappa, gotta keep an eye on stuff like this!!
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Hello
would you plz guide me how to get to stock rom with RSDlite and viola??
Im stuck at 4.2.2 too!!!:crying:

[Q] How to kill OTA software update

Hi guys, I finally got a Moto X today to check out what's the hype all about! I'm very excited but also very new to Android and Moto X. So will need you help.
I'm currently on Verizon 4.2.2. I want to stay on it because I do use FoxFi and 4.4 breaks it. OTA did download on the phone but I delayed the installation. Is there anyway to delete the OTA download file and force stop the OTA?
I tried to force stop the MotorolaOTA but the download resumed after about 20 seconds every time.
I rooted the device thanks for the instruction on this sites. Is my easiest route to use the paid version of Titanium Backup to freeze the MotoOTA? I want to make sure it works before I go ahead and pay for it. Any other alternatives?
Thanks for your help in advance. I tried to browse through about 20 pages or so but didn't really find the answer so I created a new thread.
Yep, go ahead and buy titanium. It works perfectly on my phone. App quarantine does not see the app. Anyone have any free alternatives?
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solovln said:
Hi guys, I finally got a Moto X today to check out what's the hype all about! I'm very excited but also very new to Android and Moto X. So will need you help.
I'm currently on Verizon 4.2.2. I want to stay on it because I do use FoxFi and 4.4 breaks it. OTA did download on the phone but I delayed the installation. Is there anyway to delete the OTA download file and force stop the OTA?
I tried to force stop the MotorolaOTA but the download resumed after about 20 seconds every time.
I rooted the device thanks for the instruction on this sites. Is my easiest route to use the paid version of Titanium Backup to freeze the MotoOTA? I want to make sure it works before I go ahead and pay for it. Any other alternatives?
Thanks for your help in advance. I tried to browse through about 20 pages or so but didn't really find the answer so I created a new thread.
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Do you have the developer edition or regular Moto X? What phone carrier are you on?
If foxfi is what is keeping you back, usb and Bluetooth tether still works for me. As you said Hotspot will not work.
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If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
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Agreed...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536166 here's the thread.
cw18306 said:
Agreed...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536166 here's the thread.
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everyone states that Wifi Tether does not work on 4.4 but i have been using it on my phone from day one on my Sprint Moto X
but like everyone has stated there is a native tether mod that will give you tether
cw18306 said:
Do you have the developer edition or regular Moto X? What phone carrier are you on?
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I have a verizon moto x
Mr. Orange 645 said:
If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
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So do I just update through OTA , root 4.4 again and then install that package from this thread with discoverer?
Also I heard 4.4 is a bit buggy so that's why I'm holding back to see what 4.4.2 brings.
Thanks for the reply!
solovln said:
So do I just update through OTA , root 4.4 again and then install that package from this thread with discoverer?
Also I heard 4.4 is a bit buggy so that's why I'm holding back to see what 4.4.2 brings.
Thanks for the reply!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538896
If you read the forums here, you can easily find answers to all your questions have already been posted. Good luck.

[Q] ANSWERED: Can't install play store apps (Pure Edition US)

QUESTION ANSWERED
I'm unable to install apps from the play store. Tapping install just freezes the play store. I can barely even browse the play store or do anything. Factory reset isn't helping and so far all I've done is unlock bootloader and fastboot boot pure2014sb.zip
What can I do?
Thanks
PS: Does anyone know which firmware on this page is for the US Pure Edition phone? https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/recovery-images
Try deleting your Google account and clearing the play services cache and data. Then log back in.
Thanks but I already tried that plus factory resetting. I think the pure2014 screwed it up. I need to find out which stock image is the correct one for the pure edition
fbiryujin said:
Thanks but I already tried that plus factory resetting. I think the pure2014 screwed it up. I need to find out which stock image is the correct one for the pure edition
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The first one is the one you want. 4.4.4 dev
kcustom11 said:
The first one is the one you want. 4.4.4 dev
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So I want
MOTO X, GSM Dev Edition: KK-4.4.4-KXA21.12-L1.29.1-2 (Retail) MR4
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That's a very cryptic name for it. How can you tell them apart?
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So I want
That's a very cryptic name for it. How can you tell them apart?
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Well the other GSM images are older versions of android 4.4,4.2.... The ones at the bottom are for Verizon.
kcustom11 said:
The first one is the one you want. 4.4.4 dev
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kcustom11 said:
Well the other GSM images are older versions of android 4.4,4.2.... The ones at the bottom are for Verizon.
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Ok. How can I tell the difference between the GSM 2014 model and the GSM Dev Edition from 2013?
I just want to make sure 1000% that I don't flash the wrong firmware on a brand new device.
Thanks
fbiryujin said:
Ok. How can I tell the difference between the GSM 2014 model and the GSM Dev Edition from 2013?
I just want to make sure 1000% that I don't flash the wrong firmware on a brand new device.
Thanks
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As far as I can tell they're the same. I couldn't find separate sites for them. On my build I have KXE21 and this one has KXA21. I dont think there is any difference, but im not 100%. There's a rooted image on the android Dev section with the E21.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55776484
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As far as I can tell they're the same. I couldn't find separate sites for them. On my build I have KXE21 and this one has KXA21. I dont think there is any difference, but im not 100%. There's a rooted image on the android Dev section with the E21.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55776484
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So it looks like those file names are different once Motorola finally shares them with you. They are all for ghost, which if memory serves me correctly is the 2013 model.
fbiryujin said:
So it looks like those file names are different once Motorola finally shares them with you. They are all for ghost, which if memory serves me correctly is the 2013 model.
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Could be. Odd that Motorola would give you the wrong images. This zip has all the moto x 2014 images.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55873592
fbiryujin said:
So it looks like those file names are different once Motorola finally shares them with you. They are all for ghost, which if memory serves me correctly is the 2013 model.
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Do not flash the images listed on their site yet. The Moto X 2014 images haven't been uploaded on their website yet, Motorola has posted on their forums that their working on it though.
nithin1992 said:
Do not flash the images listed on their site yet. The Moto X 2014 images haven't been uploaded on their website yet, Motorola has posted on their forums that their working on it though.
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Thanks for the warning. Owning a first gen model, I thought those firmware names looked a little familiar. Motorola's support is extremely lacking this year save for one nice person who talks to /r/MotoX on reddit. I wonder what happened to their support. So far 3 out of 3 support agents (1 chat, 2 phone call) have mistaken my questions about unlocked bootloaders for GSM locks, and had no idea what a bootloader is, until I explained it to them in severely layman's terms. For now I'm back on my first gen since I sadly need Verizon, and I also "need" the unlocked bootloader.
On the plus side before getting the RMA I did fix the issue. It was a bad root attempt. I skipped the pure2014 method and just used TWRP + flashing SuperSU as if it was a first gen. (second gen TWRP of course)
Thanks for all the help though.

Can't install 4.4 Update

Hi,
My dad has a Razr I and despite doing as advised by the Motorola support page his Phone doesn't find the update.
(it basically says to check via system preferences)
https://motorola-global-portal-de.c...prod_answer_detail/a_id/102581/p/30,6720,8593
Is there a way to force the update? Something like Heimdall for the Galaxies?
punshkin said:
Hi,
My dad has a Razr I and despite doing as advised by the Motorola support page his Phone doesn't find the update.
(it basically says to check via system preferences)
https://motorola-global-portal-de.c...prod_answer_detail/a_id/102581/p/30,6720,8593
Is there a way to force the update? Something like Heimdall for the Galaxies?
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It's not been released in Europe yet, hopefully this week.
Tell Me Where is Gandlaf said:
It's not been released in Europe yet, hopefully this week.
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Thank you. Motorola is very weird about this. That page has been up for a few days and even includes a build number, yet the update isn't out

Return to stock

Hi i hope someone can help me i would like to go back to stock Kitkat after being on CM12 lollipop for a while but i am unsure iff i have downloaded the correct stock rom. Could someone please have a look and let me know iff i have downloaded the correct Rom. This is the rom i downloaded XT1052_RETAIL-EU_4.4.4_KXA21.12-L1.26_54_cid7_CFC_1FF.xml. Before i flashed cm12 i was running Kitkat 4.4.4 and i am in the UK. I intend to do this procedure using Rsdlite.
Make sure you dont downgrade... put your phone in fastboot mode and check the bootloader version of your phone and let me know... AFAIK you Will be ok with the firmware you downloaded... Just take more precautions before flashing through rsd.. REMEMBER NEVER DOWNGRADE or else you will be hard bricked... As long as you dont downgrade and your firmware version matches your carrier you are good to go...
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whizinc said:
Make sure you dont downgrade... put your phone in fastboot mode and check the bootloader version of your phone and let me know... AFAIK you Will be ok with the firmware you downloaded... Just take more precautions before flashing through rsd.. REMEMBER NEVER DOWNGRADE or else you will be hard bricked... As long as you dont downgrade and your firmware version matches your carrier you are good to go...
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Hi thanks for you interest and reply my bootloader version is 0x30b7
sam0056 said:
Hi thanks for you interest and reply my bootloader version is 0x30b7
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Ok i think you are all ready and set up to flash the stock firmware, again make sure that your phone is XT1052. And then go ahead and flash that stock firmware... And dont forget to edit the XML file and remove the lines that have "getvar'" written in them.. Save the xml file and flash through rsd.. again take precaution of the Boot loader you dont want to downgrade!
Here is a little heads up or info of boot loader's according to the firmwares for you :
30.70: original 4.2.2
30.71: 4.2.2 camera update
30.B2: 4.4
30.B4: 4.4.2
30.B7: 4.4.4
The order that I've written above is: (Bootolader: Android Version)
So you are on 30.B7 bootloader right now so you can flash 4.4.4 easily... But DONT EVER TRY TO FLASH BELOW 4.4.4...
Good luck mate...
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Hi thanks for you interest and reply my bootloader version is 0x30b7
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and let me know if you get success...
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Hi how can I be certain i have xt1053 because I can't find any documentation.
sam0056 said:
Hi how can I be certain i have xt1053 because I can't find any documentation.
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1: Checkout the back side of your moto x.. the model of your device is stamped at the lower back side of your device...
2: Connect your mobile with computer and see what model does it show on the usb mass storage device..
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whizinc said:
1: Checkout the back side of your moto x.. the model of your device is stamped at the lower back side of your device...
2: Connect your mobile with computer and see what model does it show on the usb mass storage device..
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Hi their is nothing on the back of my phone to indicate which XT version it is and when i plug it in it just says Moto x.
sam0056 said:
Hi their is nothing on the back of my phone to indicate which XT version it is and when i plug it in it just says Moto x.
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IF the original motorola back is on the phone, there is some very fine/small print at the bottom of the back. It will have the FCC ID, Model number, etc. It could be hard to see, you might have to tilt/twist the phone so the light shines off it just right, or use a magnifying glass if you're my age.
KidJoe said:
IF the original motorola back is on the phone, there is some very fine/small print at the bottom of the back. It will have the FCC ID, Model number, etc. It could be hard to see, you might have to tilt/twist the phone so the light shines off it just right, or use a magnifying glass if you're my age.
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Hi thankyou i found it. It is an XT1052 so i guess that firmware should be ok to flash right.
sam0056 said:
Hi thankyou i found it. It is an XT1052 so i guess that firmware should be ok to flash right.
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What @KidJoe said, that was exactly what i was trying to say which you didn't understand... [emoji14] however let us know if you get success..
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Thanks guys I will attempt to flash it tonight with the firmware i have downloaded thanks again.
Hi as of 10 minutes ago i have had success in flashing the custom firmware 4.4.4 on my moto x and everything is working fine. Thankyou all for the help as i was uncert
Hello guys just to update i have had success in flashing the stock firmware using rsdlite and thankyou for the help you all provided. Their is just one more thing i believe the moto x has been updated to lollipop in the time i was on CM12 . Now that i am back on kitkat is their any way i could get the official lollipop update through normal system update as when i check it is not being offered.
Same here I'd like to get the official lollipop. I have the XT1050, its a weird phone but pretty cool. The latest Android version I have is 4.4.2
Looks like you're ahead, lol
Josephdbrewer25 said:
Same here I'd like to get the official lollipop. I have the XT1050, its a weird phone but pretty cool. The latest Android version I have is 4.4.2
Looks like you're ahead, lol
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Im surprised i think you should at least be on 4.4.4 by now but perhaps its a carrier restriction. The reason i want lollipop update is because i am now wanting to sell the phone and it will demand a slightly higher value being on the latest software.
sam0056 said:
Im surprised i think you should at least be on 4.4.4 by now but perhaps its a carrier restriction. The reason i want lollipop update is because i am now wanting to sell the phone and it will demand a slightly higher value being on the latest software.
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I thought that myself but according to Motorola's website Android 4.4.4 hasn't even been release for the XT1050
Plus I don't know what carrier the phone has. There's no carrier label ANYWHERE on the phone
sam0056 said:
Hello guys just to update i have had success in flashing the stock firmware using rsdlite and thankyou for the help you all provided. Their is just one more thing i believe the moto x has been updated to lollipop in the time i was on CM12 . Now that i am back on kitkat is their any way i could get the official lollipop update through normal system update as when i check it is not being offered.
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the official android lollipop update for the Moto X (2013) hasn't been released world wide... You have to wait for motorola to release it for your model of X..So just wait for the Update to pop up it self... And if you got successful you could appreciate us by hitting the "Thanks Button" on our posts which helped you get through your problem
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the official android lollipop update for the Moto X (2013) hasn't been released world wide... You have to wait for motorola to release it for your model of X..So just wait for the Update to pop up it self... And if you got successful you could appreciate us by hitting the "Thanks Button" on our posts which helped you get through your problem
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But of course.
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But of course.
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I installed Cyanogenmod 12. Not sure if I'm keeping just yet. I'll be listening to music then BAM!! the phone reboots. Maybe it's fix now I haven't got the latest Nightly..
Josephdbrewer25 said:
I installed Cyanogenmod 12. Not sure if I'm keeping just yet. I'll be listening to music then BAM!! the phone reboots. Maybe it's fix now I haven't got the latest Nightly..
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I am familiar with this issue it used to happen to me too sometimes. CM12 is very good but i think because their is not a stable release yet their are still some little glitches. Otherwise most of the time it works really well and very customisable. Iff i wasnt going to sell my phone i would have definetly stayed with cm12 their doing a great job.

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