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We already know the Froyo-running LG Optimus One best-seller will be getting the Android Gingerbread update, but so far there was no telling when this might happen. Now, thanks to LG India we know that the update will most likely be happening in May
LG initially stated the Optimus One won't be upgraded to Android 2.3 because it doesn't meet the minimum requirements. However the company changed its mind shortly after that and promised us a Gingerbread update. It will come half a year later - somewhere by the end of May.
And just when we thought things are about to become crystal-clear LG posted another statement to confuse us. It seems the May thing is not confirmed and things might change.
We are hoping this second message has something to do with the LG legal department, who are afraid of the consequences if the company misses a promised release date.
Anyway, the most important thing here is LG is working on the Gingerbread update and it close to being completed.
thanks for the update... where did LG India mention a release in may???
Lucky Lucky , I called Singapore's LG Service Centre and they don't think it's possible for gingerbread to be updated.
But I'm being optimistic and I'm sure that Gingerbread update will happen.
it is confirmed in my country, as LG has publish an Ad with a promise that O1 is 'upgradeable' to Gingerbread.
thanks for posting old news. search before creating new thread in future.
also post the source of the news. in this case, gsm arena.
www.gsmarena.com/lg_optimus_one_will_get_gingerbread_this_may_hopefully-news-2423.php
Gingerbread will be launching in July here in india
Can't wait for the offical upgrade...
What does this mean for people like me that have already installed 2.3.3 thru CM7 ????
It doesn't matter. As soon as we will have an official version, somebody will root it and create a flashable zip. So don't worry.
lets hope that the touchscreen bug is fixed otherwise the gingerbread update would be a waste
Hey!
I had a question about the"New G3 Optimus UI" for a week now for LG, and today i managed to speak with LG Mobile.
They said that "We got the information about the new UI will come to the successful LG G2, but for now we can't say any date for that, but soon" :good:
Hope, everybody will be happy cuz i am :fingers-crossed:
benjaminbodoky said:
Hey!
I had a question about the"New G3 Optimus UI" for a week now for LG, and today i managed to speak with LG Mobile today.
They said that "We got the information about the new UI will come to the successful LG G2, but for now we can't say any date for that, but soon" :good:
Hope, everybody will be happy cuz i am :fingers-crossed:
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We all are
But we all know it'll take for ever.
Just flash one of the G3 ports very stable and smooth
Btw can attach a screenshot
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i hope we get android l instead ,but g3 ui would be better then what we have on stock now
Yeah I love how the G3 UI looks, and even though I'm rooted I never flashed the Cloudy G3 rom or whatever on. I'M GOING TO WAIT IT OUT, C'MON LG DON'T LET ME DOWN! :good:
Good news!
buski said:
i hope we get android l instead ,but g3 ui would be better then what we have on stock now
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I think we will get Android L update, make sense, if a Samsung S4 with Snapdragon 600 getting it...
I also texted to LG Hngary about the new ui. Got the same information also. If you want to translate its Hungarian language
Next time, ask if we can expect it to arrive before 2015
I chatted with them few days ago but was told they had no info about futute updates -,-
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Nice news! I hope it will happens in a close time
Good New
way 2 go
I don't know if it's true.. Usually OEMS will not update their new skin to old devices...
gypsy214 said:
I don't know if it's true.. Usually OEMS will not update their new skin to old devices...
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HTC do... So maybe LG will do it too [emoji18]
abdulkadiro said:
HTC do... So maybe LG will do it too [emoji18]
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HTC started doing it although not all features.... But HTC used to come out with two Sense one for new devices and one for old devices.. But we never know for sure until the fat lady sings.
gypsy214 said:
I don't know if it's true.. Usually OEMS will not update their new skin to old devices...
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G2 is not an old device. Optimus G is an old device. Why would they say, that they got an info about UI update... Makes no sense. Anyway we have to sit and wait.
I know that Sony always updates most of their devices to a new UI introduced with a new device, so it makes sense for LG to do that to.
amitb96 said:
I know that Sony always updates most of their devices to a new UI introduced with a new device, so it makes sense for LG to do that to.
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Not just Sony... Samsung have done the same thing on S2, S Advance, Ace 2 etc etc. But the new ui comes up with the new android version. Maybe we will get the g3 ui with the android l
gypsy214 said:
I don't know if it's true.. Usually OEMS will not update their new skin to old devices...
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After Release LG Optimus UI 3.0, LG will update their new skin to old devices ( LG Optimus 2X, Optimus Black etc ).
abdulkadiro said:
Not just Sony... Samsung have done the same thing on S2, S Advance, Ace 2 etc etc. But the new ui comes up with the new android version. Maybe we will get the g3 ui with the android l
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Yep, maybe with new version. If LG decide that we will skip, 4.4.3/4.4.4 then we jump to L right away. But UI update can come with a simple update also, without version upgrade, anyway... We must wait.
maybe the G2 users will get the G3 UI for Android L that would be good better as 4.4.4 but i aint sure about it
laverdadb said:
Hey!
I had a question about the"New G3 Optimus UI" for a week now for LG, and today i managed to speak with LG Mobile.
They said that "We got the information about the new UI will come to the successful LG G2, but for now we can't say any date for that, but soon" :good:
Hope, everybody will be happy cuz i am :fingers-crossed:
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Can post screenshots with that conversation between you and LG?
http://www.androidauthority.com/lg-g2-ui-update-android-l-514850/
w00t!!
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I'll believe it when I see it.
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@rebar71 That's pretty goodnews, but I also think they will deliver it since even their low end devices are getting the G3 UI and the G2 didnt reached the 18 months yet so there should be an update remaining. It would be even better if LG would give an unlock tool then the G3 UI update will get released. If the UI gets simplified so must be the bootloader just simplify it and allow bootloader unlock :good:
Is there really a need to open a new thread everytime someone finds this on the web?
I'm happy with cyanogenmod 11 and by the time this update comes out cyanogenmod 13 will of been out for a few months ????????
BackDaws said:
I'm happy with cyanogenmod 11 and by the time this update comes out cyanogenmod 13 will of been out for a few months ????????
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I like CM a lot as well. I ran it and its variants on my last phone. But on this device, I haven't use it yet because I've decided that I like having everything work. No disrespect meant to the CM team and other AOSP devs. You can only do so much without OEM drivers. And they do a fantastic job with what they have.
If the Nexus 5 had been more competitive in a couple of key areas, I would've bought that phone instead.
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the only thing i dont like about the AOSP is the camera. I've tried different camera apps and none of them was comparable with the stock one(xcam). The AOSP based roms would otherwise be perfect for me.
I use the play store Google camera, now HDR works it's brilliant, I don't really miss the lg camera as it's a pain to have to keep switching modes for different situations, I much prefer the lg g3 camera though as it's flat, quick and one setting does all.
It's great news but we already have Cloudy G3.
Brick Top said:
It's great news but we already have Cloudy G3.
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Yes, we do have a G3 ported ROM. But like I said, I've found that I like having everything working. And there is one pretty cool feature exclusive to T-Mobile devices that does not exist on any custom ROM... WiFi calling.
rebar71 said:
Yes, we do have a G3 ported ROM. But like I said, I've found that I like having everything working. And there is one pretty cool feature exclusive to T-Mobile devices that does not exist on any custom ROM... WiFi calling.
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and what does that have to do with UI look?
60nine said:
and what does that have to do with UI look?
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Really? It has to do with getting the G3 UI and having everything working as it should. I thought I made that clear already. Considering that pretty much all custom ROMs are built around the D802 variant, the rest of us invariably have stuff that doesn't work with those ROMs. Some of those things are important to some of us.
getting a new ui doesn't get you new apps and stability... it's just the looks of the user interface and i doubt that has anything to do with system apps update... (although, it would be nice to see an update to this as well)
it's just like you change the theme in the rom that supports themes...
what i see here is that LG will update the UI only - if we get both UI update and new android version, that would be nice though
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Really? It has to do with getting the G3 UI and having everything working as it should. I thought I made that clear already. Considering that pretty much all custom ROMs are built around the D802 variant, the rest of us invariably have stuff that doesn't work with those ROMs. Some of those things are important to some of us.
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You can have the G3 UI with G2 "everything working as it should" stuff with Xposed and G2 Tweaksbox.
robogo1982 said:
You can have the G3 UI with G2 "everything working as it should" stuff with Xposed and G2 Tweaksbox.
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Does it include WiFi calling?
robogo1982 said:
You can have the G3 UI with G2 "everything working as it should" stuff with Xposed and G2 Tweaksbox.
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How?
The thing is, while we might get the UI look, I'm sure as hell we won't get split sceen, hide front touch buttons and other cool stuff. That's LG, folks - and it's somewhat understandable since they want your money.
that's why ported g3 roms exist... with a bit of help from xposed here and there
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The thing is, while we might get the UI look, I'm sure as hell we won't get split sceen, hide front touch buttons and other cool stuff. That's LG, folks - and it's somewhat understandable since they want your money.
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Xposed modules take care of the tweaks I need. Hell, I would think you guys would be stoked about this. With the OEM delivering it, you wouldn't need to use a ported hack - and everything would work. We wouldn't need a semi-stable port. Maybe they throw in the split screen, maybe they don't. Who cares. It's just software. You can add it later just like we do now.
I seriously don't understand the hate on display here. If I was an LG rep and came across this thread, I might be inclined to say, "screw those guys. I guess they don't want it." But the fact that a lot of you are running the G3 port says you do want it.
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no hate, but knowing LG so far, we'll likely get just an UI update while Android L will remain for their newer devices only...
sure, developers will do their best to port L to G2... but official LG Android L - i doubt...
i hope i'm wrong and LG surprises us all for the 1st time
Never done anything with custom roms or rooting before, but I am getting sick an tired of the design, functionality, bloatware, and stability of the default LG rom on my LG V30. I'm also upset with LG's abandonment of the device. They've made multiple devices in order to bury the LG V30. It took months to get 8.0, and not the promised 8.1, and now I fear I'll never see it.
I've looked at DotOS, and I really like the design and features of the rom, and there's the fact that I'll actually get updates. What should I do? Should I attempt the installation of DotOS on my device, or should I stay away to avoid bricking it?
Are the few lost features worth the many new ones?
Where should I start in learning how to do this stuff safely?
I planned on using on old android device in order to "practice", but read that the firmware/software used by AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 isn't able to be bootloader unlocked. so seems like I can't do that anymore.
Thanks
EatMoreB8con said:
Never done anything with custom roms or rooting before, but I am getting sick an tired of the design, functionality, bloatware, and stability of the default LG rom on my LG V30. I'm also upset with LG's abandonment of the device. They've made multiple devices in order to bury the LG V30. It took months to get 8.0, and not the promised 8.1, and now I fear I'll never see it.
I've looked at DotOS, and I really like the design and features of the rom, and there's the fact that I'll actually get updates. What should I do? Should I attempt the installation of DotOS on my device, or should I stay away to avoid bricking it?
Are the few lost features worth the many new ones?
Where should I start in learning how to do this stuff safely?
I planned on using on old android device in order to "practice", but read that the firmware/software used by AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 isn't able to be bootloader unlocked. so seems like I can't do that anymore.
Thanks
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If you never rooted before, you have to read a lot before taking chances. There is always the risk of bricking your device. That being said, root gives you a lot of freedom to customize way beyond what stock allows. And you definitely will be able to update after LGs expiration date goes by. And there are lots of guides and help. @chazzmat has contributed a lot on this and many others here. And if you do your homework before dipping in you will probably do fine.
EatMoreB8con said:
Never done anything with custom roms or rooting before, but I am getting sick an tired of the design, functionality, bloatware, and stability of the default LG rom on my LG V30. I'm also upset with LG's abandonment of the device. They've made multiple devices in order to bury the LG V30. It took months to get 8.0, and not the promised 8.1, and now I fear I'll never see it.
I've looked at DotOS, and I really like the design and features of the rom, and there's the fact that I'll actually get updates. What should I do? Should I attempt the installation of DotOS on my device, or should I stay away to avoid bricking it?
Are the few lost features worth the many new ones?
Where should I start in learning how to do this stuff safely?
I planned on using on old android device in order to "practice", but read that the firmware/software used by AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 isn't able to be bootloader unlocked. so seems like I can't do that anymore.
Thanks
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AT&T? Do you have a H931? If yes, AOSP based ROMs will only bootloop on your device :/
EatMoreB8con said:
Never done anything with custom roms or rooting before, but I am getting sick an tired of the design, functionality, bloatware, and stability of the default LG rom on my LG V30. I'm also upset with LG's abandonment of the device. They've made multiple devices in order to bury the LG V30. It took months to get 8.0, and not the promised 8.1, and now I fear I'll never see it.
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What model variant do you have? For instance just Frankenstein converting any of the eligible North America carrier variants to carrier unlocked US998 model will remove most bloatware right there -- as it doesn't have any carrier bloatware.
Sure there's still stuff like LG Health, Facebook and Instagram -- but I do use LG Health. With root you can remove or freeze (with Titanium Backup) what do not want. Root gives you real "ownership", even if you don't install custom ROMs.
Also note the difference between stock-based ROMs and AOSP/LOS based ROMs.
As part of being the Google Enterprise Recommended program, LG had to commit to giving at 90 day updates for three years. This requirement kicked in once on Oreo. Yes the updates will probably mostly be the most recent Android security update, but the last US998 (20B) included silent notification fix. If you want to see abandonment, see what happens to the G7 and V35 which don't have that guarantee. Here's all the Google Enterprise Recommended program, if you are curious. For LG, it's only the V30 and G6.
https://www.android.com/enterprise/recommended/
Stay current with updates
Android Enterprise Recommended helps ensure devices are up to date with regular security patches delivered within 90 days (for 3 years, it says elsewhere).
Android Enterprise Recommended devices are also guaranteed to get at least one additional major OS update
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We'll probably get P (Pistachio?) but it'll probably be next summer. The Google Enterprise Recommended program also calls for at least one major OS letter update. I don't think LG can count the Nougat to Oreo upgrade, because they had to be on Oreo anyway to be on the Enterprise Recommended list.
Yes, we were promised 8.1 as part of the Google business program announcement, and it was 8.0. I don't know why.
I can't see LG giving both 8.1 and P to all their V30 models by next summer, so you're probably right you won't see 8.1 on stock unrooted firmware. But ROMs, even the stock-based ones can add features or fix problems.
With LG, their Korean carrier variants get all updates first (since all models are released there first), then trickle around the rest of the world. Once the Korea carrier variants got 8.0, nobody else was getting 8.1 until the Korea variants then get 8.1 (or whatever comes next for the V30).
As Oreo rolled out around the world for the V30, some people were breathlessly waiting to see if THEY would somehow magically get 8.1. No, LG doesn't change like that. To do that, they would have to cancel the scheduled round of updates, and start all over again with the Korean carrier variants -- rolling out 8.1 to them first. India, of course is last, because the V30 series was released there last.
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AT&T? Do you have a H931? If yes, AOSP based ROMs will only bootloop on your device :/
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Yes l, I have an H931, but I've read that if I convert to US998 I can still do it.
EatMoreB8con said:
Yes l, I have an H931, but I've read that if I convert to US998 I can still do it.
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Yes, actually you HAVE to convert to US998 to do it, so you have the requisite fastboot flash commands.
If for some reason you can't install AOSP ROMs on your converted H931>US998 ( @SGCMarkus knows more about his ROMs than I do, so I defer to him), there's still stock-based custom ROMs you can install which have improvements/fixes -- like Boombox and A.I.S. @SGCMarkus even made one, but it seems it's not been updated recently as he probably spends all his waking moments keeping about half a dozen AOSP ROMs updated! He's a one-man army.
He also is responsible for our updated TWRP.
you can install aosp roms on the converted h931, but the problem is that they will bootloop for some reason.
same for the h933 if i remember correctly
ChazzMatt said:
Yes, actually you HAVE to convert to US998 to do it, so you have the requisite fastboot flash commands.
If for some reason you can't install AOSP ROMs on your converted H931>US998 @SGCMarkus knows more about his ROMs than I do, so I defer to him), there's still stock-based custom ROMs you can install which have improvements/fixes -- like Boombox and A.I.S. @SGCMarkus even made one but it seems it's not been updated recently as he probably spends all his waking moments keeping a dozen ROMs updated! He's a one-man army.
He also is responsible for our updated TWRP.
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Well I'll be sure to build a shrine for him if I ever go through with this lol. Thanks for the info.
Root: yes
Custom Rom: not necessarily.
Once you properly debloat it's a different experience already.
EatMoreB8con said:
Never done anything with custom roms or rooting before, but I am getting sick an tired of the design, functionality, bloatware, and stability of the default LG rom on my LG V30. I'm also upset with LG's abandonment of the device. They've made multiple devices in order to bury the LG V30. It took months to get 8.0, and not the promised 8.1, and now I fear I'll never see it.
I've looked at DotOS, and I really like the design and features of the rom, and there's the fact that I'll actually get updates. What should I do? Should I attempt the installation of DotOS on my device, or should I stay away to avoid bricking it?
Are the few lost features worth the many new ones?
Where should I start in learning how to do this stuff safely?
I planned on using on old android device in order to "practice", but read that the firmware/software used by AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 isn't able to be bootloader unlocked. so seems like I can't do that anymore.
Thanks
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If you havent rooted yet there's a temporary solution that i can provide which i am personally using.
Regarding the bloatware and ui etc.
1. Get the app Package disabler pro, disable all the bloatware u want.U can disable anything and everything, even the camera , messaging app, dialer etc.
2. replace all the stock apps or whichever u want, with any other custom apps like the dialer, or messaging app or the launcher etc.
3. for overcoming monotony keep changing the themes and wallpapers
I'm getting a V30 shortly and I've been poking around and I'm just curious about backports. No real reason other than I like fiddling with stuff.
Previous LG phones (G2, G3, G4) have had app backports or UI backports in custom ROMS (such as V10 camera apk, or LG UX6 in H-ROM). Has there been any changes or upgrades or anything worth backporting from the V35, V30S, or the G7 to the V30? From what I've read it doesn't seem likely as LG has started to refine and make their devices more consistent, and there doesn't really seem to be anything posted around here.
EDIT: I read somewhere else that LG isn't doing transparent/blurry widgets for their weather/smart notice any more, starting with the V30. Is that correct? Has anyone attempted to use an older apk to get it back like an LGConciergeBoard.apk from an LG G6/G5 install?
Thanks