Yeah, hi there. Some of you might know me. Due to my unfortunate experiences with this device (mainly my seemingly impossible bootloader that I've tried twenty different ways), I'm considering getting a new device. In particular, a Windows Phone. I hate Microsoft and I really like Android, but I'm willing to drop a few hundred dollars on a WP after this. Due to the bootloader on this device, there isn't much for us to develop and contribute.. Other then help others with the bootloader. Everything seems to be about that and helping people who messed up the flashing. So I just wanted to say that I might be leaving soon. I'll still be here if you need anything ^-^
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I'll be choosing Nexus phones from now on. This is just crazy hard and ridiculous to pull off. And I'm convinced this is done for profit.
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I'll probably be looking at samsung. It's a shame. I had the mytouch4g for over 2 years. There were so many roms and devs on the forum. I thought it would be the same with this one just with a bigger screen. I knew lg was a bad choice.
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Same here will0889, imma start getting Samsung for now on.
Preferably an S2 or S3 and get PAC ROM on it, looks pretty bad ass on them Galaxies ^.^
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I echo all of your sentiments. It's just disappointing.
I just left the L9 for the G2, and It's night and day. Seems like LG has no problems listening to users for the top shelf phones, but could care less about the mid to low end ones.
Yeah the G2 is beautiful. I'm not sure what phone I'll get next but I'll be sticking with the android camp. Was fortunate to unlock the bootloader. I didn't have a choice but to get this one, and if I did, I probably would've chose the Nexus 4.
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I hear you
My model is unlockable but mine specifically i never succed in unlocking.. My new phone is already comming, a Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE. I'm not sure i will install any custom ROMs but at least i will have the chance to try them on. Right now i'm stucked with L9 locked and ICS. Really desapointing. I hope soon all phones will have an option to the user to unlock their bootloader, because HEY, I WANT to lost my warranty and install anything i want, its MY phone, right?
Thanks for your contributing with us along your L9 lifetime. Good luck next time for us all
So you hate Microsoft and love Android, and you will buy a WP. Nice logic there
Jokes aside, the fact that you had a bad experience with an unlockable bootloader doesnt mean that every other phone will be the same. Also with WP you wont be able to change anything aside from the color and the size of the tiles, which is very sad. Just go with a Nexus or a investigate a bit about the scene of the device before you buy it. I had a Moto Defy with locked bootloader before my L9-P778g (which i unlocked very easily) but i even managed to make a ROM for it by myself. Heck, it even haves more ROMs than the L9 with an unlocked bootloader... So you should not be so drastic and chage a restricted device for a even more restricted one with a restrictive OS....
LG is a good company I like my p760 and my G2 is just awesome it's not because of LG it's cos of your carrier T mobile they have locked the bootloader stop complaining about LG even nexus 4 is built by LG remember...
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mussi96 said:
LG is a good company I like my p760 and my G2 is just awesome it's not because of LG it's cos of your carrier T mobile they have locked the bootloader stop complaining about LG even nexus 4 is built by LG remember...
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Exactly this. ANY android phone manufacturer will lock their bootloader upon carrier request. Samsung does it, HTC does it, Sony does it, Motorola does it. I have the t mobile version of the l9, yeah the bootloader was a pain in the ass to unlock but the phone was very much worth the $180 I paid for it.
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pisherthefisher said:
Exactly this. ANY android phone manufacturer will lock their bootloader upon carrier request. Samsung does it, HTC does it, Sony does it, Motorola does it. I have the t mobile version of the l9, yeah the bootloader was a pain in the ass to unlock but the phone was very much worth the $180 I paid for it.
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You were one of the lucky ones. Locking bootloaders violates the AOSP guidelines, Google needs to step up.
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The L9 P769 ruined any chance of me getting another Optimus. Sorry LG. Good quality, yes....I just hate how carriers can have so much control over a device.
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The P760 has a locked bootloader as well and it is not carrier branded.
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The P760 has a locked bootloader as well and it is not carrier branded.
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The nexus 4 has a locked bootloader too, whats your point? You have the option to unlock it though, just like the L9. T mobile removed this feature, not LG.
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The P760 has a locked bootloader as well and it is not carrier branded.
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P760 is easily unlockable as the nexus 4 ..
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My p760 is unlockable...
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P760 is easily unlockable as the nexus 4 ..
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My god, I was not aware of this. My apologies. -Time to unlock BL :silly: -
Edit: Well anyways my next phone is either a samsung or nexus device, LG neglects its mid-rangers too much.
Samsung is also guilty of neglect. Sidekick 4G is still on Froyo. LMAO.
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Think i will live too, i'll probably get a Note 2 But I'll still keep L9
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Has anyone tried using the Nexus 5 bootloader on the G2? The only reason why I ask is because I own the Optimus G, and the device was fully unlockable because the LGOG devs used the Nexus 4's bootloader. Since the G2 and Nexus 5 are similar just like the LGOG and the Nexus 4, i think it could be plausible if this worked. I would definitely consider getting a G2 if this worked.
What would you gain over our current method?
I don't see a reason if it's already unlockable?
It would allow us to pretty much just flash nexus 5 roms
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I don't see a reason if it's already unlockable?
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I guess technically the bootloader is by-passed and not "unlocked"
Not sure if it makes a difference?
I read somewhere that the boards are actually different between the Nexus 5 and the G2, so I don't think it will be as easy as it was for the OG/N4. They both shared the same board type if I understand it correctly.
The bootloader on the G2 isn't unlockable. Rather, it's easily bypassed. Either way, if it was somehow possible to do what the OP is suggesting, it would be fantastic.
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The bootloader on the G2 isn't unlockable. Rather, it's easily bypassed. Either way, if it was somehow possible to do what the OP is suggesting, it would be fantastic.
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They did it in the optimus G/Nexus 4 a long time ago. But to be fair the Nexus 4/Optimus G are a lot closer in every way than the Nexus 5/G2. It's funny because I've already got 4.4 running on my GFs Optimus G with almost no problems.
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My mom may be trading my L9 with me for her F6, was wondering when that was gonna happen. Thanks, I just hate this phone because you can't unlock it
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My mom may be trading my L9 with me for her F6, was wondering when that was gonna happen. Thanks, I just hate this phone because you can't unlock it
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Looks like I'm switching to AT&T guys. Bye T-Mobile, hello AT&T
I wouldn't be surprised if that never happens. It's our L9 and we barely have development.
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talk about "being stuck".. last year spend about 2 Grand on personal stuff, now I've have to tolerate this phone for at least 3 more years,hopes on LG 4.4 kitkat update.
Well I'm getting a Nokia Lumia 920 next week or after that, it's getting shipped to me. I don't know what color it is, but I'm excited about being introduced to WP8
I might get the Jolla and go for the true Linux phone without all of this bootloader nonsense.
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LaDY Vengeance said:
I might get the Jolla and go for the true Linux phone without all of this bootloader nonsense.
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I've never heard of a Jolla. I'll look it up later.
They have some unboxing and hands on clips on YouTube. The Sailfish os is still new but they are constantly updating. By later this year, it should be all good. A good feature is the ability to install android apps. Not all of the apps work yet but that's why they are updating.
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LaDY Vengeance said:
They have some unboxing and hands on clips on YouTube. The Sailfish os is still new but they are constantly updating. By later this year, it should be all good. A good feature is the ability to install android apps. Not all of the apps work yet but that's why they are updating.
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I watched one video of the Jolla phone and I wasn't really thrilled with the phone. But that's just my honest opinion. If you get it, enjoy.
Here is the info and the links:
Louki_Louki via Amazon offers the Unlocked LG Optimus G E970 4G LTE GSM Android Smartphone for $189.95 with free shipping. (Breed via eBay and sigmacellular via eBay have it for a few pennies more.) That's $7 under the lowest total price we could find for an unlocked version and $310 under the best price we could find for a no-contract version elsewhere. It features a 4.7" 768x1280 touchscreen LCD, Qualcomm 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 16GB internal memory, 2GB RAM,8-megapixel rear-facing camera, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, 4G LTE, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, and Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).
Links:
link 1 ( $189.95 )
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...dealnewscom&ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A271W0S0PRILZ6
link 2 ( US $199.99 )
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-LG-Optimus-G-E970-Unlocked-GSM-Android-Cell-Phone-Black/350976364795
Link 3 (US $189.99)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-In-Box-...4G-LTE-Android-SmartPhone-Black-/350977035701
P.S : DO NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WILL EXPIRE .
Yes amazing deal but anyone know when it will expire?
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I just picked one up, I was wondering if these phones are factory unlocked. Meaning that if we upgraded to jelly bean or installed a custom rom, would it still be unlocked? Thanks
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I just picked one up, I was wondering if these phones are factory unlocked. Meaning that if we upgraded to jelly bean or installed a custom rom, would it still be unlocked? Thanks
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It stays unlocked regardless of what ROM you're using.
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It stays unlocked regardless of what ROM you're using.
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That's what I've heard but the seller Breed gave me this response.
"No, the original settings for the phone is locked settings, unlocking it bypasses those settings.
However, if any updates or upgrades are made, it makes the phone go back to original settings, which would be locked settings."
Would it be safe to use a teenybin or should I leave my phone alone?
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That's what I've heard but the seller Breed gave me this response.
"No, the original settings for the phone is locked settings, unlocking it bypasses those settings.
However, if any updates or upgrades are made, it makes the phone go back to original settings, which would be locked settings."
Would it be safe to use a teenybin or should I leave my phone alone?
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I never used that, I just followed the root guide that involves freegee app.
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I never used that, I just followed the root guide that involves freegee app.
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If I unlock with freegee, that means I can't flash jelly bean Roms right?
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I purchased mine thanks to this deal too, anxiously awaiting it from the Amazon seller.
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If I unlock with freegee, that means I can't flash jelly bean Roms right?
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No. I tried jb but kk is better on this.
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Honestly, I would avoid buying an LGOG at this point because it does not receive much support from LG and is too old to be covered under manufacturer's warranty.
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Honestly, I would avoid buying an LGOG at this point because it does not receive much support from LG and is too old to be covered under manufacturer's warranty.
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Honestly, its still a good price. Especially for people who may develop for it, or enjoy modding their phone. Kind of like the majority of people who visit this forum. I don't know about you, but my warranty was void 10 minutes after I removed it from the box.
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Honestly, its still a good price. Especially for people who may develop for it, or enjoy modding their phone. Kind of like the majority of people who visit this forum. I don't know about you, but my warranty was void 10 minutes after I removed it from the box.
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I agree, and my phone LGOG has the bootloader unlocked, is carrier unlocked, rooted, and is running a custom rom. However, there is much less development for the LGOG then for many other phones. I would suggest getting a Nexus 4 since it is almost the same exact hardware, similar price, and receives A LOT of support from Google. But, this is just one opinion. If you really like the LGOG and like developing for it then that is your preference and I certainly respect that.
So all of you note users.. what phones have you switched to? Or what phones are you keeping your eye on?
I've got my upgrade coming up next month. The cool new phones that caught my eye are the G Flex and the HTC One (bit older though). It doesn't seem like ATT has many new options that aren't just new versions of the galaxy devices. The Gflex in particular I think looks awesome from first glance.. but i think a 6" screen is just a bit too ridiculous. I was thinking of dropping down in size if anything from my Note.
Wait for the S5. On feb 24th they are going to announce its release date. It will be the first phone with 64bit processing. It's a smidge smaller than the note.
I moved on to the note 3. I dint recommend it. The bootloader is locked and we have to use safestrap.
I'm waiting on the S5.
Only going to get it if there's an all-metal version.
If not I'll stick to the Note 1.
The Note 3 has a locked bootloader could imply that the S5 might have it as well.
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Im waiting for the lg g pro 2 at the end of the month
I am going to get an iDevice. Can't stand any phone with locked bootloader and without per app permission control. May stay with Note 1 it's running Kitkat so well with both ATT and T-Mobile LTE.
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Could you guys elaborate on this locked bootloader issue..?
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Could you guys elaborate on this locked bootloader issue..?
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Since the note 3 from att has locked bootloaders we cant install kernels, or custom recoveries. There's software called Safe Strap or "SS" that allows us to partition the device memory and install slots. We can install custom roms in these slots and run them. But that's it! No cpu control, no governors, no over/under volting, no cool stuff like that which gives our device freedom to perform the way we want it too. If you want a note 3, buy an unlocked N9000. Not the N9005, or N900A.
I'm ready about to get an xperia z1s from tmobile, I have the want/need to get away from the samsung scene, it has a locked boot loader as well but I hope root will come out for that phone soon, from reviews I see for that phone it is a already great phone and one person on xda said it will be like icing on the cake to get root
I bought a note 2 at a decent price and it was nearly brand new. Got cm11 on it and it's great
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Is anyone else worried about the future of development for cell phones? They seem to get more and more locked down. Imagine that our g2 came with only kitkat and we only had kitkat . Tot files? There wouldn't be any recovery or root or even roms. I'm worried about future phones being even more unhackable.
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Look at HTC and S-Off, at least its not like that. It was so complicated to S-Off the Butterfly, never encountered anything like that and my Tegra3 One X, never even got S-Off. XDA devs and contributors almost always find ways to get through the hurdles. A Dev named football used to leak One X RUUs and Test ROMs, he was threatened by HTC with legal action. Id say LG so far is much better than that.
There will always be nexus for rooting and stuff .., but the manufacturers should allow software modding and not be so restrictive when often times rooting solves problems in the stock roms
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These phones aren't unlockable...it's just there's much easier ways to work around. If it were an s5 or g3, it would be unlocked but we had an alternate route so why bother going through the tougher hacking?
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Well, if LG is a premium partner in the Google Silver project, I doubt following phones would still be this hard to hack.
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Well, if LG is a premium partner in the Google Silver project, I doubt following phones would still be this hard to hack.
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Whats google silver , and when is google gold coming ?
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