Trying to find a sure way to Root the Sprint variant of LG G4. I tried to do it with one thread I found but it didn't work. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I've only rooted Samsung devices through Odin. Can't figure out how to do this. Thanks in advance.
JimmyLippitt216 said:
Trying to find a sure way to Root the Sprint variant of LG G4. I tried to do it with one thread I found but it didn't work. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I've only rooted Samsung devices through Odin. Can't figure out how to do this. Thanks in advance.
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There is a very tiny chance that your LG G4 is somehow running an older version of the software, which is the only way to root (the later software versions, after you accept the software updates, cannot be rooted). Have you ever updated the operating system? Which version of the system are you running?
KingFatty said:
There is a very tiny chance that your LG G4 is somehow running an older version of the software, which is the only way to root (the later software versions, after you accept the software updates, cannot be rooted). Have you ever updated the operating system? Which version of the system are you running?
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Thank you for some response. I have never updated the OS, but it's on ZVG. My friend gave it to me like that. It currently doesn't have any service connected to it. There's an update pending for it right now, but if I try to update it through WiFi it doesn't install the update, I'm thinking because there's no service to it anymore. I have noticed that you have to downgrade the OS. I have no clue how to do any of this.
The answer is: UsU.
Read my signature for the unlock method.
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steadfasterX said:
The answer is: UsU.
Read my signature for the unlock method.
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The problem with UsU is it requires an earlier version of the firmware, I think ZVA or earlier? I think the guy here has already upgraded past that version (ZVB or later). I'm wondering if one day UsU will let you unlock devices that have been updated beyond ZVA?
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I have AT&T and just wanted to make sure, the newest firmware that came out I am able to use towelroot again right?
So if I wanted to update to the new firmware with the fingerprint scanner improvements etc
I would have to unroot my phone, try to do the OTA? Is there any other way I can do this? I remember I renamed some files to try and stop updates but don't remember exactly where.
Is there an alternative way of doing it? can someone explain the steps I need to do? and what if I do a nandroid backup through safestrap, can I use this same back up with the new firmware or would I have to start over from scratch?
I can't live without root, I like using on screen buttons on my S5
What firmware version are you currently on? Both the original ANCE and the AND3 OTA can be rooted. Haven't seen anything yet about something newer than AND3.
LoSt180 said:
What firmware version are you currently on? Both the original ANCE and the AND3 OTA can be rooted. Haven't seen anything yet about something newer than AND3.
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Build number KOT49H. G900AUC2AND3
so it's safe to update with the newer firmware from AT&T?
btort1 said:
Build number KOT49H. G900AUC2AND3
so it's safe to update with the newer firmware from AT&T?
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You already have the newest firmware available from AT&T and yes you can root that. If you start getting update notifications then I would hold off on those until someone can verify if root is achievable. So far AT&T has pushed out an update newer than what you already have.
If they have pushed out a newer update what's the numbers on it. I haven't been on xda since rooting my S5 and was wondering if we can safely update and keep root.
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PS4AndroidHacker said:
If they have pushed out a newer update what's the numbers on it. I haven't been on xda since rooting my S5 and was wondering if we can safely update and keep root.
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AT&T hasn't released it yet
Hi,
I just purchased this phone last week and using it in my country . I searched these forums but did not get the required response on my below queries.
1. Can I update my phone with the latest update through Verizon Desktop Software Assistant in my country? If yes, will my unlocked phone become a locked or there is a way out? MY phones's current version is VS98024A.
2. Can I flash my phone VS980 with an International version ROM of LG G2 (D802)?
3. Can I use tethering on my phone if I remain on my current version VS98024A?
Your help in this regard will highly be appreciated.
you can flash (download method) VS98026A, root it, put recovery, and there is patch for Hotspot (also for 24A).
I lived in Asia, ota will not happen if you are outside us, but you can update it with verizon software assistant.
Make sure your phone is stock or rooted if you update it. Do not install cwm or twrp when your update or it will stuck in bootloop.
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will the phone be still unlocked if we apply update ?
Hi there,
will the phone be still unlocked if we apply update via verizon sw update assistant tool ? I live in Pakistan and i have rooted my vs980 but haven't installed custom recovery or Rom .
kindly suggest if i should get KK updated to latest update LP?
waiting for your reply
thanks in advance
Sent from my VS980 4G[/QUOTE]
hijaze said:
Hi,
I just purchased this phone last week and using it in my country . I searched these forums but did not get the required response on my below queries.
1. Can I update my phone with the latest update through Verizon Desktop Software Assistant in my country? If yes, will my unlocked phone become a locked or there is a way out? MY phones's current version is VS98024A.
2. Can I flash my phone VS980 with an International version ROM of LG G2 (D802)?
3. Can I use tethering on my phone if I remain on my current version VS98024A?
Your help in this regard will highly be appreciated.
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were you able to get update because i have the same issue and same question.. you response will be of great help to me..
I didn't get its solution.
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hijaze said:
I didn't get its solution.
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Same here.. I used verizon upgrade assistant.. it gets photo informational .. then nothing .. just a moving object through wire from laptop to cellphone on the upgrade agent and nothing happens.. so i think buying Verizon LG G2 might be a mistake in Pakistan :crying:
I have a used Unlocked XT1064 US Version with build 21.85.23 and I want to upgrade to lollipop but it does not work OTA. I am assuming it's because this phone has a custom build? (it seems to also have TWRP). So I believe have that I have to do stock recovery, but my question is which stock recovery firmware do I need to install that will allow me to get the latest updates OTA? and Is this the best way to upgrade?
Thank you
Look in the "G 2014 Android Development" forum at a thread by Shawn5162 titled "Windows Tool Restore to Stock". Sorry, in this app I can't pull up the exact thread. Also it's going to matter who your carrier is since a few carriers won't push out an ota ever.
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Tel864 said:
Look in the "G 2014 Android Development" forum at a thread by Shawn5162 titled "Windows Tool Restore to Stock". Sorry, in this app I can't pull up the exact thread. Also it's going to matter who your carrier is since a few carriers won't push out an ota ever.
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It's unlocked GSM... thanks I saw that tutorial, but are you sure that it provides the correct framework version for me?
zen55 said:
It's unlocked GSM... thanks I saw that tutorial, but are you sure that it provides the correct framework version for me?
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It will. Also, look at the following post. The first 6 steps are a step by step for getting back to a stock kit kat phone. Everything after 6 will be for going up to Lollipop. You can get the image from Shawn's post for 21.85.17 and do it manually from the link below, or use the tool.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/general/how-upgraded-consumer-cellular-moto-g-t2938151
Since it's a 1064 I'm guessing it's for use in the US. I'm also thinking that it won't OTA because either you need to drop back to 21.85.17 or you're on a carrier like Consumer Cellular that doesn't do OTA at all. If you still can't get OTA and want Lollipop, then you can do what the poster did in the above link and use all those steps to get to Lollipop. I would suggest what ever you do, read all the posts if possible because sometime you get helpful hints that make the process a lot smoother.
Also ignore the fact that the above is for a Consumer Cellular phone. They're standard 1064's, but will never get OTA's.
Are people still working on cracking the AT&T G870A or is it a lost cause?
If yes, how's it going?
I had a G870F but sent it swimming on 20m deep for three weeks. Needless to say it didn't survive.
Found the G870A and thought it was a bargain, however . . .
Pretty much a lost cause, most devs have moved on.
So the answer is not so straight forward. The current v 5.1 and above for the AT&T phones are not currently rootable. If you find a used or remanufactured S5 or S5 Active with 4.2 you will be in luck. I just had a problem with my Active found a replacement on the most popular buying and selling web site for around $230. Just make sure it has not been updated. If the seller is advertising it as 4.2 and you get it with 5.0 they must take it back if it's not what was advertised. Hope this helps.
If you want an S5 to tinker with you should get a tmobile variant the SM-G900T, or the international SM-G900M since the active model is basically a carrier exclusive they dont have any international ones that im aware of.
I dont understand the question of OP
I used a popular search and found rooted firmwares for the 870A.
Several people who replied have in their sigs that they have a rooted s5 Active..... I would think that to mean the phone has been "cracked" and isn't a lost cause.
darthmalus said:
If you want an S5 to tinker with you should get a tmobile variant the SM-G900T, or the international SM-G900M since the active model is basically a carrier exclusive they dont have any international ones that im aware of.
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Thanks, but I have bought the phone already. If I get another one or replace the one I have it'll probably be a European, G870F, the same modell I had before.
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I dont understand the question of OP
I used a popular search and found rooted firmwares for the 870A.
Several people who replied have in their sigs that they have a rooted s5 Active..... I would think that to mean the phone has been "cracked" and isn't a lost cause.
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You could have rooted before 5.0. If you have the latest bootloader, it can't be done. That is why I suggested getting one that has pre 5.0 stock 4.4.2.
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You could have rooted before 5.0. If you have the latest bootloader, it can't be done. That is why I suggested getting one that has pre 5.0 stock 4.4.2.
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so its isn't the android version per say bu the bootloader that comes with it?
So one couldn't just flash a 5.0 firmware, is that what you're also saying?
pardon my ignorance, but when one flashes a firmware -- that wont impact the bootloader will it...
poop... i just got one of those and I'm all excited to get the att crap off there and see how much faster it gets... not to mention all the other things you can't run without root.... this ebay "deal" keeps getting worse....
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so its isn't the android version per say bu the bootloader that comes with it?
So one couldn't just flash a 5.0 firmware, is that what you're also saying?
pardon my ignorance, but when one flashes a firmware -- that wont impact the bootloader will it...
poop... i just got one of those and I'm all excited to get the att crap off there and see how much faster it gets... not to mention all the other things you can't run without root.... this ebay "deal" keeps getting worse....
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When you update the firmware, it automatically updates the bootloader. Once that bootloader has been updated, it's locked down. No downgrading firmwares, rooting, or installing custom recoveries.
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stew1411 said:
When you update the firmware, it automatically updates the bootloader. Once that bootloader has been updated, it's locked down. No downgrading firmwares, rooting, or installing custom recoveries.
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Yeah, that's basically what I gathered after a lot of research online.
Some claim it can be done but when trying the method/software, it doesn't work.
I just wanted to double check since there is a lot of expert knowledge in this forum.
One thing i've been thinking though (not that I can do it): how about picking the phone apart
and wiping/replacing the bootloader manually?
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Yeah, that's basically what I gathered after a lot of research online.
Some claim it can be done but when trying the method/software, it doesn't work.
I just wanted to double check since there is a lot of expert knowledge in this forum.
One thing i've been thinking though (not that I can do it): how about picking the phone apart
and wiping/replacing the bootloader manually?
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Well it's soldered to the board. You would need some highly specialized equipment to do it. Even then I'm not sure.
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Is this the case with both the G900A and the G870A. I'm in the market for either one since they are going for just of $200 new on Ebay. Are both phones now locked down of is the Active more problematic?
Both are locked down. AT&T and Samsung are being jerks to us and not even letting us have a developer phone to try to use like Verizon had.
roserez said:
Is this the case with both the G900A and the G870A. I'm in the market for either one since they are going for just of $200 new on Ebay. Are both phones now locked down of is the Active more problematic?
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If you are looking to root, then buy one that still has Android v4.4.2. They are available you just have to look for them. Don't put the SIM card in until you root or it will auto update and you can't go back.
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If you are looking to root, then buy one that still has Android v4.4.2. They are available you just have to look for them. Don't put the SIM card in until you root or it will auto update and you can't go back.
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Hi Sgt.CM,
I got my AT&T S5 on release day and never updated it. I have a SM-G900A with Android version 4.4.2! Is it possible for me to put CM13 with marshmallow 6.0.1 on there? I had assumed it was impossible...
Thanks,
Frozen
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Hi Sgt.CM,
I got my AT&T S5 on release day and never updated it. I have a SM-G900A with Android version 4.4.2! Is it possible for me to put CM13 with marshmallow 6.0.1 on there? I had assumed it was impossible...
Thanks,
Frozen
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Nope can't because of locked bootloader. The best thing you could do is too root with towelroot and then flash safestrap and install a custom rom from there.
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Nope can't because of locked bootloader. The best thing you could do is too root with towelroot and then flash safestrap and install a custom rom from there.
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That is what I thought. What are the custom rom options? Is there a rooted marshmallow rom for the s5 i can install?
Also according to these articles it is possible:
http://rootmygalaxy.net/install-cm-13-rom-on-galaxy-s5/
http://androiding.how/download-galaxy-s5-cm13-rom-marshmallow/
I'm guessing they may not be correct?
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That is what I thought. What are the custom rom options? Is there a rooted marshmallow rom for the s5 i can install?
Also according to these articles it is possible:
http://rootmygalaxy.net/install-cm-13-rom-on-galaxy-s5/
http://androiding.how/download-galaxy-s5-cm13-rom-marshmallow/
I'm guessing they may not be correct?
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Asked and answered here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/help/sm-g900a-5-0-oc4-to-cm13-mm-roadmap-t3362993
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Asked and answered here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/help/sm-g900a-5-0-oc4-to-cm13-mm-roadmap-t3362993
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So what ROM options are available to me? Is there a list somewhere?
FrozenClear said:
So what ROM options are available to me? Is there a list somewhere?
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You can look in Galaxy S5 Android Development.
Hello I have a Sprint V40 updated with V405UA20a PIE version (See Pic) can anyone update it to V405UA20b for me, I have the kdz. file and also be able to keep root?
Thanks in advance for any help.
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Hello I have a Sprint V40 updated with V405UA20a PIE version (See Pic) can anyone update it to V405UA20b for me, I have the kdz. file and also be able to keep root?
Thanks in advance for any help.
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How did you get PIE? And that I know of 20a is the latest....
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
How did you get PIE? And that I know of 20a is the latest....
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Vlad installed it. Here is where I found the update. https://lg-firmwares.com/lg-lmv405ua-firmwares/#tab=firmwares
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Vlad installed it. Here is where I found the update. https://lg-firmwares.com/lg-lmv405ua-firmwares/#tab=firmwares
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hmmm...and they only have 20a listed for US unlocked
Yep my mistake, I found it out when I used LGUP. Thanks for response.
Droidman61 said:
Hello I have a Sprint V40 updated with V405UA20a PIE version (See Pic) can anyone update it to V405UA20b for me, I have the kdz. file and also be able to keep root?
Thanks in advance for any help.
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How was possible to install Verizon firmware on a sprint phone?
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How was possible to install Verizon firmware on a sprint phone?
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I wouldn't recommend it, but I used LGUP and installed the Verizon software on my Sprint phone by mistake. But to my surprise, the phone booted, and i could make phone calls.
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I wouldn't recommend it, but I used LGUP and installed the Verizon software on my Sprint phone by mistake. But to my surprise, the phone booted, and i could make phone calls.
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Why you wouldn't recommend it? Not everything works? Or there are other issues?
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Why you wouldn't recommend it? Not everything works? Or there are other issues?
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1. I didn't check to see if everything else worked. 2. If you want to stay on Pie, and everything else won't work you will have to find someone like VLAD to install Pie back on your phone.
Pie isn't installed on Sprint yet.
Where can I find Sprint KDZ for the v40? I can only find verizon and US cellular on lg-firmwares
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Where can I find Sprint KDZ for the v40? I can only find verizon and US cellular on lg-firmwares
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Sprint doesn't release public KDZ.
Get the sprint LG V40 pie here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v40/help/pie-sprint-pie-beta-version-root-t4014721
I tried emailing to get the proper file, but have received no response yet.
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I tried emailing to get the proper file, but have received no response yet.
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It took me a couple of hours to get a reply
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It took me a couple of hours to get a reply
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Got the download but it write failed at 10%
---------- Post added at 01:06 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:53 AM ----------
Maybe I'm not putting it in the proper folder. Do you need root for this? What exact folder am I moving this to?
Sprint Pie update for V40
Just got it today! Late Christmas present
update v40 sprint.
Droidman61 said:
Hello I have a Sprint V40 updated with V405UA20a PIE version (See Pic) can anyone update it to V405UA20b for me, I have the kdz. file and also be able to keep root?
Thanks in advance for any help.
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Hi bro, i'm new user LG, i used LG V40 Sprint android 8.1 and i want update 9.0 pie and root it. can you help me instruction. my phone baseband V405U14a.
if i update pie , my phone still lock again. because i buying this in Vietnam store. thank you so much.
alanpham1199 said:
Hi bro, i'm new user LG, i used LG V40 Sprint android 8.1 and i want update 9.0 pie and root it. can you help me instruction. my phone baseband V405U14a.
if i update pie , my phone still lock again. because i buying this in Vietnam store. thank you so much.
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Get on Telegram app either on Windows or Android, and get on the V40 Telegram Members group and ask in there for some help.. Those guys are top notch, they can help you.