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I'm thinking about getting a One coming from my Nexus 4. One simple question, is the T-mobile version of the One have a Firmware or Update lock like the S4 and Droid DNA did? Such as, not being able to root or S-OFF?(not sure if it's verizon only that does this)
TmoPs33 said:
I'm thinking about getting a One coming from my Nexus 4. One simple question, is the T-mobile version of the One have a Firmware or Update lock like the S4 and Droid DNA did? Such as, not being able to root or S-OFF?(not sure if it's verizon only that does this)
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You'll be able to root, unlock and s-off with the t-mo version. Although, for less of a learning curve with all of that, and to get the latest android, I would just purchase a nexus 5 if I were you.
Hey guys,
I own both the bell version of the xperia z, and the T-Mobile version. I ONLY want to use them as glorified tablets. Basically like the Ipod touch version of the iPhone, I want to use them unactivated. For me, its all about customibility and I really want to unlock the bootloader. I know neither of these can be unlocked, but in theory, if i wrote the software of the global unlockable versions (c6602/c6603) which DO allow for unlocked bootloader, would I be able to do it? I know signal would be screwy with the radios, but i dont care since thats irrelevant to me. Any help would be great, thanks guys.
ronin8knight said:
Hey guys,
I own both the bell version of the xperia z, and the T-Mobile version. I ONLY want to use them as glorified tablets. Basically like the Ipod touch version of the iPhone, I want to use them unactivated. For me, its all about customibility and I really want to unlock the bootloader. I know neither of these can be unlocked, but in theory, if i wrote the software of the global unlockable versions (c6602/c6603) which DO allow for unlocked bootloader, would I be able to do it? I know signal would be screwy with the radios, but i dont care since thats irrelevant to me. Any help would be great, thanks guys.
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Short answer: Never going to happen.
So its impossible to write c6602/3 software to it? Longer answer would be nice : P
ronin8knight said:
So its impossible to write c6602/3 software to it? Longer answer would be nice : P
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Sorry, you can't unlock the bootloader if a device says: "bootloader unlock allowed: no" which is if you have a branded device. If you try it, you'd better throw it away.
If u can root everything is possible. As long as there's someone who provide geeky solutions
And under your situation u don't need flash different rom as there's a way to install recovery without unlocked bootloader in rooted phone.
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hey, thanks a ton for the responses guys! So, is there ANY possible way I can get cyanogenmod installed on either my c6616 or c6606? (Bell and t-mobile)w
I don't have your phones so I cannot guaranty but you can try my method.
I got a c6603 from vodafone, and use ota to update to 4.3.
Since the 4.3 cannot root and I dont want unlock bl. so I use these steps
1. downgrade phone by flashtool to a version which can be rooted.
2. root
3. install recovery in locked BL:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...cked-bootloader-cwm-recovery-6-0-2-8-t2187363
4. Choose whatever rom you like and flash it.
DONE!
You cannot use custom kernels on a locked bootloader, so you cannot run CM, PA, AOSP etc.
Stock based roms only. There's no way around it.
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Awesome tips guys! Got recovery working and its all good- just ONE last thing:
are there any vanilla style roms out there like cyanogen that are stock based? I just want my pure android with some nice customizable features, no kernel updates or anything. Can you suggest any?
Hi everyone, I've been a following XDA for a while i've unlocked, rooted, flashed roms, etc., many times,
But this time i am not sure how to proceed. [I'm also a beginner... but I'm looking forward to contribute in the near future]
You see, I bought a Brand New Sprint Moto X , never been activated on any carrier, it arriving on Monday tops.
I already know how to unlock it, root it, and flash a custom rom.
but want to be able to unlock the gsm capabilities of the phone to use internationally, i know sprint offers this service but i don't qualify because i need to be 3 months in service whit them.
on the other hand i read in the General Section , in the model description:
XT1049 - Republic Wireless
XT1052 - European - Sim ?
XT1053 -T-Mobile US, Dev Ed
XT1055 - US Cellular - Sim ?
XT1056 - Sprint - Sim Unlocked
XT1058 - AT&T, Rogers, Claro, Movistar, Vivo, Oi, TIM - Sim Unlocked
XT1060 - Verizon - Sim Locked
What does it mean being "Sim Unlocked"
While i be able to use it on A GSM service (Mexico)
if not, could a posible solution be flashing the SFB for Telcel to my Sprint phone?
or will i just hard brick it?
Thank you very much for your attention.
Eddie
Didn't know the XT1053 was the Developer Edition, that's cool to know.
I'll be pending to this post.
Best
xphoneuser said:
Hi everyone, I've been a following XDA for a while i've unlocked, rooted, flashed roms, etc., many times,
But this time i am not sure how to proceed. [I'm also a beginner... but I'm looking forward to contribute in the near future]
You see, I bought a Brand New Sprint Moto X , never been activated on any carrier, it arriving on Monday tops.
I already know how to unlock it, root it, and flash a custom rom.
but want to be able to unlock the gsm capabilities of the phone to use internationally, i know sprint offers this service but i don't qualify because i need to be 3 months in service whit them.
on the other hand i read in the General Section , in the model description:
XT1049 - Republic Wireless
XT1052 - European - Sim ?
XT1053 -T-Mobile US, Dev Ed
XT1055 - US Cellular - Sim ?
XT1056 - Sprint - Sim Unlocked
XT1058 - AT&T, Rogers, Claro, Movistar, Vivo, Oi, TIM - Sim Unlocked
XT1060 - Verizon - Sim Locked
What does it mean being "Sim Unlocked"
While i be able to use it on A GSM service (Mexico)
if not, could a posible solution be flashing the SFB for Telcel to my Sprint phone?
or will i just hard brick it?
Thank you very much for your attention.
Eddie
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Sorry it won't work...at least not yet. But it appears you already found the relevant thread on SIM-Unlock for Sprint Moto X.
samwathegreat said:
Sorry it won't work...at least not yet. But it appears you already found the relevant thread on SIM-Unlock for Sprint Moto X.
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hi, thank you!,
what about flashing a Telcel SFB file trough rsd lite?,
xphoneuser said:
hi, thank you!,
what about flashing a Telcel SFB file trough rsd lite?,
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Its been tried. Flashing the SBF itself will work, but the phone will still be sim-locked and unusable on GSM.
Thank you!!
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Its been tried. Flashing the SBF itself will work, but the phone will still be sim-locked and unusable on GSM.
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I understand now, reading a lot on the other threads and in other sites it now undrstand that sim unlock cannot be done unless i have service for 3 months or a fix comes [hopefully soon].
thank you.
just before we close this thread..
what if i flash an SFB of a CDMA carrier here, will it work? or will i have to reprogram the phone [ using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/guide-flash-sprint-moto-x-to-page-plus-t2732342 but using my cdma carrier PRL) ????
is this the right place to post this last question?
sorry, and thanks again.
Eddie
xphoneuser said:
I understand now, reading a lot on the other threads and in other sites it now undrstand that sim unlock cannot be done unless i have service for 3 months or a fix comes [hopefully soon].
thank you.
just before we close this thread..
what if i flash an SFB of a CDMA carrier here, will it work? or will i have to reprogram the phone [ using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/guide-flash-sprint-moto-x-to-page-plus-t2732342 but using my cdma carrier PRL) ????
is this the right place to post this last question?
sorry, and thanks again.
Eddie
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Eddie,
Yes, you will need to follow the instructions in the "Flash Sprint Moto X to Page Plus" thread. You will need to change some of the steps as appropriate to YOUR carrier you are flashing to since not all steps will be the same as flashing to "Page Plus". Flashing a CDMA Rom will not work. AFAIK, the only other CDMA ROM available is the Verizon one which prevents you from being able to flash to another carrier. Does anyone know of any others?
Good Luck
samwathegreat said:
Eddie,
Yes, you will need to follow the instructions in the "Flash Sprint Moto X to Page Plus" thread. You will need to change some of the steps as appropriate to YOUR carrier you are flashing to since not all steps will be the same as flashing to "Page Plus". Flashing a CDMA Rom will not work. AFAIK, the only other CDMA ROM available is the Verizon one which prevents you from being able to flash to another carrier. Does anyone know of any others?
Good Luck
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hey, thank you i read in other spanish forums that cdma acivating in iusacell carrier (mx) is confirmed posible.
if its a clean esn i think i dont even need to unlock the bootloader, i dont know.
phone is arriving on monday ill post any results and if im succesfull i will make a guide for those in mi shoes.
thanks again.
I have a Telus XT1097. I know that without having a root method atm it is still just speculation but are we aware of any hardware differences or other issues that would make a convert to pure edition (xt1095) impossible?
Thanks in advance!
Jeremie
Jercote said:
I have a Telus XT1097. I know that without having a root method atm it is still just speculation but are we aware of any hardware differences or other issues that would make a convert to pure edition (xt1095) impossible?
Thanks in advance!
Jeremie
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Have you tried unlocking your bootloader? It seems to me the Telus version is pretty much a Pure Edition, except for the model number... BTW does it have any TELUS bloatware at all?
FYI I believe the 1095 has different frequency bands.
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I have not because as far as i understood the method was exclusively for the xt1095 but I'll give it a shot.
As far as bloatware, the only thing Telus installed on this phone is their "My Account" app. It's an app that you can download from the play store.
It's interesting to see the marketing used on Telus' website to describe the Moto X. The catchphrases are: "Pure Style, Pure performance" and then "Pure Android with the quickest updates". It leads me to believe that Telus will pretty much push out updates as they recieve them from Moto.
I'll be less inclined to root and flash if I see that I get timely updates, after using galaxy phones and flashing for the past 5 years i just want something that works great or of the box.
Regards,
Jeremie
johnny grep said:
Have you tried unlocking your bootloader? It seems to me the Telus version is pretty much a Pure Edition, except for the model number... BTW does it have any TELUS bloatware at all?
FYI I believe the 1095 has different frequency bands.
Sent from my Moto X
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Jercote said:
I have not because as far as i understood the method was exclusively for the xt1095 but I'll give it a shot.
As far as bloatware, the only thing Telus installed on this phone is their "My Account" app. It's an app that you can download from the play store.
It's interesting to see the marketing used on Telus' website to describe the Moto X. The catchphrases are: "Pure Style, Pure performance" and then "Pure Android with the quickest updates". It leads me to believe that Telus will pretty much push out updates as they recieve them from Moto.
I'll be less inclined to root and flash if I see that I get timely updates, after using galaxy phones and flashing for the past 5 years i just want something that works great or of the box.
Regards,
Jeremie
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I have a brazilian version, also model XT1097 from carrier Vivo and I was able to unlock the bootloader and root it normally. Would like to know the difference between the XT1095 and XT1097 though.
Jercote said:
I have not because as far as i understood the method was exclusively for the xt1095 but I'll give it a shot.
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I have XT1093 (US Cellular). The Pure Edition root method works for all variants with unlockable bootloaders. The key is to follow the directions completely. As it only BOOTS the system image rather than INSTALLS the image, it works fine. Boots the image once, installs SU to your system, then reboots to your system.
Jercote said:
I have a Telus XT1097. I know that without having a root method atm it is still just speculation but are we aware of any hardware differences or other issues that would make a convert to pure edition (xt1095) impossible?
Thanks in advance!
Jeremie
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hey, I was thinking of getting a Moto X, and was wondering, is the one sold at Telus 16 or 32 GB?
oxxshadow said:
hey, I was thinking of getting a Moto X, and was wondering, is the one sold at Telus 16 or 32 GB?
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Only the 16GB
I thought I was getting a Pure Edition when I bought the unlocked version from Motorola's mexican website, but I got the xt1097... if this is possible that would be great as I believe the pure edition will get updates faster
Could anybody supply the modem for the Telus xt1097? I converted my phone and forgot to backup the modem.
plasticdarlow said:
Could anybody supply the modem for the Telus xt1097? I converted my phone and forgot to backup the modem.
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I have the xt1097, if you can help me do it I will send you the modem for it.
Jercote said:
I have a Telus XT1097. I know that without having a root method atm it is still just speculation but are we aware of any hardware differences or other issues that would make a convert to pure edition (xt1095) impossible?
Thanks in advance!
Jeremie
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Methodikull said:
I have the xt1097, if you can help me do it I will send you the modem for it.
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Sure thing,
I used the multitool to flash that Pure Edition Moto X 2014 (XT1095) ROM (full wipe)
Then flashed ATT Modem (downloaded from graffixnyc website)
Then sidloaded OTA update
Then restored my EFS from my TWRP backup.
Everything booted up fine, except I don't have a cell signal. It asks me for a SIM network unlock PIN. I'm stuck here.... I want to try and flash the telus modem. Not sure why it's asking for a SIM unlock PIN.
I mean how can I back up the modem file for you
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Methodikull said:
I mean how can I back up the modem file for you
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not exactly sure how
---------- Post added at 05:05 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:27 PM ----------
UPDATE:
I flashed the modem from the multitool and I have Data again.
338lm said:
Official factory image is now available from Motorola! https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/recovery-images
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Give it a try now!
It was asking you for unlocking cuz Att modem is sim locked.
So did you manage to successfully convert to 1095? I'd like to try, but I'm a bit worried about the modem issues, I'd need a sim unlocked modem i can use with Brazilian operators.
I'm a noob in moto x developing, so I'm already reading what multitool is and how-to's.
Moto X (2nd Gen) XT-1097
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2012) N-8000
Sent from the XDA mobile app.
plasticdarlow said:
Sure thing,
I used the multitool to flash that Pure Edition Moto X 2014 (XT1095) ROM (full wipe)
Then flashed ATT Modem (downloaded from graffixnyc website)
Then sidloaded OTA update
Then restored my EFS from my TWRP backup.
Everything booted up fine, except I don't have a cell signal. It asks me for a SIM network unlock PIN. I'm stuck here.... I want to try and flash the telus modem. Not sure why it's asking for a SIM unlock PIN.
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Any luck getting your phone working? You have an XT1097 right?
Hey guys,
Telus XT1097 user here.
Trying to flash back to stock so I can get some lollipop action.
Which factory image should I be installing here ? I don't think our phones are dev editions / pure editions...
Thanks !
Here is everything you need guys.
http://www.techtastic.nl/android/motorola/installeer-android-5-0-lollipop-op-de-moto-x-xt1092/
It's in Dutch but gives you step by step instructions how to backup your modem and restore it using dd commands. A google translate should suffice.
I have a 1097, but i haven't done anything yet, i don't wanna mess up my brand new phone LOL
i'm reading about the changes to 1095 and mostly the modem issue.
floepie said:
Here is everything you need guys.
http://www.techtastic.nl/android/motorola/installeer-android-5-0-lollipop-op-de-moto-x-xt1092/
It's in Dutch but gives you step by step instructions how to backup your modem and restore it using dd commands. A google translate should suffice.
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I wonder if that only works on some XT1097 phones, I got a "Permission Denied" error when I tried it on mine.
This guide will setup your Qualcomm Galaxy S9/S9+ for use on Verizon Wireless
I have not had any tester for the SM-G9600 but myself and several others have tested and confirmed this to be working on SM-G9650
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU BACKUP EVERYTHING BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS GUIDE!!!
I am not responsible for any bricks, soft or hard, and not responsible for lost or corrupt imei/efs
Boot into TWRP and select backup.
Tap "Select Storage"
I recommend you backup everything to an extSDCard.
Select Boot, System, Data (if you want), and Carrier Configs
You can backup each one seperately or altogether.
Next select Backup again and select EFS only.
This backup is extremely important!!!!!
keep it stored somewhere online or somewhere safe.
If EFS gets broken and you do not have a backup you will not have a functioning phone. This partition is where your imei is stored.
Now, flash this file S9+_ODM_combo_ATTVZWUSCTMO.zip
Reboot to system and go through Setup Wizard if you have not done so already.
Now boot to TWRP again and flash this file Verizon_EFS_IMEI.zip
Do not flash both at the same time, you will be stuck in a ForceClose loop at Setup Wizard if you have not completed it already.
Now reboot and enjoy Verizon functionality with 2g, 3g, 4g, volte, and wifi-calling!!
If there are any issues let me know and myself and others will do our best to help resolve any issue.
Edit: Updating with a zip that is compatible with pie.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=1395089523397894553
Wifi calling does not work just yet but we will get it fixed and upload it as soon as we can.
Courtesy of @Krog18 and @stang5litre
Thanks guys!
This also works on T-Mobile using this T-Mobile_EFS_IMEI.zip instead of the Verizon_EFS_IMEI.zip thanks to @klabit87
I dont see the verizon-imei.zip in OP's post. I'd like to give it a try, or if someone could repost it please. Thank you.
sd_N said:
I dont see the verizon-imei.zip in OP's post. I'd like to give it a try, or if someone could repost it please. Thank you.
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It's there as a hyperlink
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603860004
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klabit87 said:
It's there as a hyperlink
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603860004
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Ok, sorry. Didn't see it first time around. Thank you.
Hi! i have an G9600 variant, and i want to flash Pie but there is not an oficial rom for that version. Is there any variant i can install to? like the G965U which has the Snapdragon processor too
thanks
RizziCN said:
Hi! i have an G9600 variant, and i want to flash Pie but there is not an oficial rom for that version. Is there any variant i can install to? like the G965U which has the Snapdragon processor too
thanks
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Pie will come for our models soon. Just be patient.
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klabit87 said:
Pie will come for our models soon. Just be patient.
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I was told March by Samsung Care about a half hour ago, sorry this was for 960U1
wilmesg said:
I was told March by Samsung Care about a half hour ago.
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You were told wrong.
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klabit87 said:
You were told wrong.
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Just saying what the Samsung Expert stated!
Op updated with pie compatible zip for vzw, tmo, att, usc, and xaa.
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klabit87 said:
Op updated with pie compatible zip for vzw, tmo, att, usc, and xaa.
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Would you be able to help get verizon working on the g9750, hong kong s10/s10+?
I have a g955U, a g9750, a verizon sim and a sprint sim. If I can help with anything let me know.
Right now, AFAIK, I only have 4g working, mms only works with 3rd party apps, no carrier aggregation, no 2g or 3g, pretty sure VOLTE works, no wifi calling.
monroe0328 said:
Would you be able to help get verizon working on the g9750, hong kong s10/s10+?
I have a g955U, a g9750, a verizon sim and a sprint sim. If I can help with anything let me know.
Right now, AFAIK, I only have 4g working, mms only works with 3rd party apps, no carrier aggregation, no 2g or 3g, pretty sure VOLTE works, no wifi calling.
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I only developed the install instructions and tested methods. Krog18 and stang5litre did the work of getting the zips compiled together. But I would suggest opening the zips in this thread and replacing the files in there with s10 files. Of course you'll at least need root.
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Ok cool, I can give it a shot...
Right now it's only speculation that John wu's magisk/root method works on g9750, I suppose I can try it, or just have to wait for confirmed root on my device.
I'm about to purchase an SM-G9650/DS
is there anything I need to look for to get it to work on vzw, as per this guide?
Have any of you guys successfully tried to see if you can get CDMA on the SM-G9750 Galaxy S10 Plus yet?
I tried this on pie with the pie mod and all I can connect to is CDMA 3g no 4g? Any ideas?
SM-G9600
Hi, I have a G9600 that I would like to install a verizon firmware on to but I am new to the scene. I would be happy to test out the firmware but I feel like I am missing a few steps in the process...
recursive_x said:
Hi, I have a G9600 that I would like to install a verizon firmware on to but I am new to the scene. I would be happy to test out the firmware but I feel like I am missing a few steps in the process...
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No need for Verizon firmware. Just use whatever firmware comes with your device and follow the instructions. Then let me know if you have any issues.
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I'm just running into this after years of hoping for a bootloader unlockable S9 that I can use on Verizon. So much appreciated to Krog18, stang5litre and klabit87 for all your time and help! Quick question, I'm going to try and buy one today, but I see that on Amazon there are two G9650's. One is dual sim and the other is single sim. But they both say that their G9650's. Will this work on either? Because I will definitely go for the dual sim if that's the case. Thank you again!