Android L? - Moto X Q&A

As question says:
Wil there be an - official- update to Android 5 for our beloved Moto X (in my case unlocked ATT)?

Typically, we should get the update right after the moto x+1 gets it
Sent from my Moto X

Moto has said the E will get it. Our phone us not even a year old yet and they have also promised major updates for 2 years.

As I recall, 18 months of official update support is the (official? empirical?) Android way of thinking, isn't it?

Motorola Germany posted on their Facebook page that Moto X and Moto G will both receive the "Android 5". Actually the Moto X is very well capable of receiving it.
I also plan to port the Stock AOSP to this device and the Moto G with my old team.

Anyone plan to port Android L from the Nexus 5? Since that is the only way will we get it for now

infinit22 said:
Anyone plan to port Android L from the Nexus 5? Since that is the only way will we get it for now
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They won't be releasing source code til after it officially comes out....so that's not gonna happen.
And no root.

Keyboard works http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2796019

yoto111 said:
Keyboard works http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2796019
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I'm assuming these require root, etc.

mh0520 said:
I'm assuming these require root, etc.
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Yeah, require root. It's a problem?

I don't currently have root. I think there are probably a lot of people in that boat, too.
No big deal. Just asking.

Spazmatism said:
Motorola Germany posted on their Facebook page that Moto X and Moto G will both receive the "Android 5". Actually the Moto X is very well capable of receiving it.
I also plan to port the Stock AOSP to this device and the Moto G with my old team.
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Moto came out and said that's a fake account.
Sent from my Dev Edition Moto X

yoto111 said:
Yeah, require root. It's a problem?
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This is not root is required:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.shenye.android.inputmethod.latin
Enviado de meu XT1058 usando Tapatalk

Schaweet said:
Moto came out and said that's a fake account.
Sent from my Dev Edition Moto X
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Yep, I've read that by the time it came out.

And this one, fake 2?
http://m.gsmarena.com/motorola_customer_support_claims_moto_x_and_g_will_get_android_l-news-8960.php

bmszabo said:
And this one, fake 2?
http://m.gsmarena.com/motorola_customer_support_claims_moto_x_and_g_will_get_android_l-news-8960.php
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no, but the customer support reps aren't a reliable source.

Related

DE version software ?

Hello I just ordered the gsm DE do we know if it received or comes with the camera update?
AndreaCristiano said:
Hello I just ordered the gsm DE do we know if it received or comes with the camera update?
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It already comes with the camera update.
Awesome!
lensgrabber said:
It already comes with the camera update.
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You sure? Verizon version did not.
Gsm version is up to date
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9kracing said:
You sure? Verizon version did not.
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That is because Verizon is the world's biggest pain in the ass when it comes to software verification.
mandrsn1 said:
That is because Verizon is the world's biggest pain in the ass when it comes to software verification.
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Exactly, Android enthusiasts should run, not walk, away from Verizon. They're the most expensive and least friendly (to the dev community) of all carriers.
atoy74 said:
Exactly, Android enthusiasts should run, not walk, away from Verizon. They're the most expensive and least friendly (to the dev community) of all carriers.
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Even if I get a developer edition Moto X I still wait for updates from VZW?
rockametrics said:
Even if I get a developer edition Moto X I still wait for updates from VZW?
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Yes but they getting better only about a month behind.

[Q] Verizon Moto X Shipping with 4.4 or 4.4.2

Does anyone know if moto is shipping their verizon moto X with 4.4 or 4.4.2?
I would say 4.4.2
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[email protected] said:
I would say 4.4.2
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I'm not asking for guesses, I'm asking for someone that just recently got theirs to say which version they have. Thanks though
underdog1799 said:
I'm not asking for guesses, I'm asking for someone that just recently got theirs to say which version they have. Thanks though
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i just got my moto x a few days a ago like sunday
and out of the box it had 4.3.1
which u accidently updated to 4.4.2 so no root for me
Alpha_wolf said:
i just got my moto x a few days a ago like sunday
and out of the box it had 4.3.1
which u accidently updated to 4.4.2 so no root for me
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OK I really hope it comes with 4.4 or lower so I can root. I have one currently with 4.4.2 and can't do anything, so I'm getting a replacement because of bluetooth issues
Just got mine today and it came w/ 4.4.2. Guess I'm waiting it out for a root method.
raewhitlock said:
Just got mine today and it came w/ 4.4.2. Guess I'm waiting it out for a root method.
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I hope mine isn't 4.4.2. The moto customer service person I talked to said they should ship with 4.4. Fingers are definitely crossed here
Honestly this is the first phone I have a need to mod. I miss a couple root apps but other than that the phone is damn good stock
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Straight out of the box from Verizon, it had 4.4.2.
Picked it up eight days ago.
Maduro78 said:
Honestly this is the first phone I have a need to mod. I miss a couple root apps but other than that the phone is damn good stock
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Ever heard of the xposed module Google Search API? Definitely worth root to customize your Voice commands to whatever you want
it's only updated for 4.4.2.. I saw this..:good:
DANIEL AMBRUSO said:
it's only updated for 4.4.2.. I saw this..:good:
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??
underdog1799 said:
??
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I saw, You just want to know here : Does anyone know if moto is shipping their verizon moto X with 4.4 or 4.4.2?
So i see it's 4.4.2... :cyclops:
I purchased my VZW Moto X about 6 weeks ago, and it came with 4.4.2. I ordered it online. If you get lucky, a store may have one with the older firmware. Just don't let them update it in the store....
marzak said:
I purchased my VZW Moto X about 6 weeks ago, and it came with 4.4.2. I ordered it online. If you get lucky, a store may have one with the older firmware. Just don't let them update it in the store....
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You can install new firmware for your model. If you want then i will give you list..
underdog1799 said:
Does anyone know if moto is shipping their verizon moto X with 4.4 or 4.4.2?
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are you talking about a new phone or warranty replacement?
If new, and root is such a concern that you need to be asking what rom comes on the phone, I would suggest purchasing a Dev Edition instead. Yes it might cost more, but you'll be able to root & disable write protection no matter what. And if the color scheme bothers you, get a case or dbrand skin.
If warranty replacement, there is not much you can do. just wait and see when yours gets there.
My AT&T Moto X shipped to me a couple weeks ago with 4.2 JB on it. I had to do like 4 updates.
I received a VZW MotoMaker this morning pre-loaded with 4.2.2.

Unlock bootloader for Verizon Moto non DE?

I'm getting my moto x soon and is there a way to unlock the bootloader or does it only work with the DE?
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ry_t said:
I'm getting my moto x soon and is there a way to unlock the bootloader or does it only work with the DE?
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Go see: China Middle Man... in the x gen section
ry_t said:
I'm getting my moto x soon and is there a way to unlock the bootloader or does it only work with the DE?
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Read the thread in Moto X General titled "China Middleman Back?"
This is currently the ONLY way to unlock a NON-DE Verizon Moto X
I suggest doing it ASAP - its impossible to know when the Chinaman will lose access to the database.
Good Luck.
samwathegreat
Thanks guys, should be getting my Moto X tomorrow from Motorola in the mail but I'll be at work and I have class/work on Thursday so hopefully Friday I'll have a chance to email him
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ry_t said:
Thanks guys, should be getting my Moto X tomorrow from Motorola in the mail but I'll be at work and I have class/work on Thursday so hopefully Friday I'll have a chance to email him
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From what I read I thought that had come to an end.
rebretz000 said:
From what I read I thought that had come to an end.
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It started again last week, for 2014 models only (a few 2013 models have worked though)
YMMV
jasoraso said:
It started again last week, for 2014 models only (a few 2013 models have worked though)
YMMV
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oh nice.
If only there were a Q&A section for topics like this...
Also, get the DE edition, otherwise you're taking a chance on if you'll be able to get a valid unlock code.
Sent from my Moto X
@ry_t keep in mind that the bootloader unlock code is unique to each phone. So if you need to replace your phone for any reason, you'll have to get another unlock code.
If you do not have the Developer Edition X for Verizon, you can try buying the code from the Chinese Website/MiddleMan. But again, you'd need to buy another code if you need your phone replaced (like warranty).
This likely does void your warranty too.
If you get the Dev Edition, the code is free from moto's web site, and it doesn't void your warranty.
And as imnuts alluded too, this should be in the Q&A section, rather than Dev section.

Moto X 2014 Verizon Root method?

Were is the root method for the Verizon Moto X 2014?
idle0095 said:
Were is the root method for the Verizon Moto X 2014?
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We were waiting on you to release it
I heard idle0095 was the one releasing it.
akellar said:
We were waiting on you to release it
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LOL. Just werid I havent seen a root method yet??
idle0095 said:
LOL. Just werid I havent seen a root method yet??
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There's no root for 2013 X on 4.4.4 either. I believe jcase said he may have a temp root possibility but was holding off packaging it due to the upcoming L release and not wanting to burn it. Apologies to him if I 'misremembered' his exact wording.
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There's no root for 2013 X on 4.4.4 either. I believe jcase said he may have a temp root possibility but was holding off packaging it due to the upcoming L release and not wanting to burn it. Apologies to him if I 'misremembered' his exact wording.
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This sucks. Now I want to return the Moto X. Ill keep my LG G3 until a root comes out.
crap...the other issue with not having root is the inability to tether with VZW's unlimited data plan
sweetbaboo said:
crap...the other issue with not having root is the inability to tether with VZW's unlimited data plan
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This - I am hoping foxfi or someone else comes through here. Lollipop is still young, here's to hoping someone breaks down the wall!

[Q] Pure Edition Moto X 2014 what does it mean??

Hello Everybody!
I'd like to know what does mean Pure Edition Moto X 2014? Motorola consider to update to Android L since it has been out?
If not, how many time it get to update the phone??
lsspadilla said:
Hello Everybody!
I'd like to know what does mean Pure Edition Moto X 2014? Motorola consider to update to Android L since it has been out?
If not, how many time it get to update the phone??
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I got this from @hungryoungman
"Confirmed - Following phones to be updated to Android L on the same day. Samsung: GS5, Note 3&4 ; HTC One M8; Moto X 1&2; Nexus 4,5,7,9."
Pure Edition means it is not tied to a specific carrier. Updates will come direct from motorola.
Pure Ver. Price it different?
tazmako said:
Pure Ver. Price it different?
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the pure version is unlocked and not tied to a carrier. since it's not subsidized, you have to pay the full price for it.
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Thank you.
So then will be a "convert to pure edition" utility... For software updates more efficiently?
What?!?!? No, you have to purchase the pure edition at full price. You don't update to pure edition.
It means it haven't been violated and perverted by AT&T and Verizon.
Furieuxariel2 said:
So then will be a "convert to pure edition" utility... For software updates more efficiently?
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I don't think it's that easy with the Moto X, probably end up with a brick, but you're free to try.

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