So XT912 is for VZW Razr USA CDMA and XT910 is for GSM models? We cannot flash anything designed for either model?
So far, they are just different enough that trying to load anything not designed specifically for your model will likely brick it. Somehow everything that has come out has been for the XT910 so far.
stevessvt said:
So far, they are just different enough that trying to load anything not designed specifically for your model will likely brick it. Somehow everything that has come out has been for the XT910 so far.
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Yeah, I just want to verify this info. I remember similar issues with the G1 vs Magic and their specific flashables.
So far, I just have my Razr rooted.
Hello all, I am currently looking to get the Motorola Razr Maxx in the next few days from Alltel. However, before I do, there are several questions I would like answered. Any help would be appreciated
Now then, starting off.
1. Is there a root option for the Razr Maxx for Alltel? It supposedly will be running ICS stock, but I want to make sure I don't use some sort of root method that is for a Verizon Maxx and cause issues on my phone. If there is a root option, which is best? I've done recovery flashes and whatnot in the past to root my Alltel 2.3.6 X2, but the simpler the better for me.
2.Bluetooth input, is it fixed? One thing I do a lot of on my Motorola Milestone X2 is emulation. I have a PSX, N64, GBA, GBC, etc etc. However, one HUGE setback with my Moto X2 is that it does not handle bluetooth input properly. My previous phone could handle it in emulation just fine, but there is a problem with the X2, supposedly. The X2 can detect input from bluetooth devices (and it shows the input in said applications used to sync the device), HOWEVER, the input cannot interact with other applications on the X2, making it impossible to play emulators with bluetooth devices. Does the issue persist with the Razr Maxx, or can I finally hook up a Wii remote to my Razr Maxx, mirror it to my TV, and sit back and enjoy the classics?
3. Infrastructure tethering - I do not have an existing ISP because all ISPs I can get are so terrible, wireless dial-up with interference would be more reliable. That being said, I use my phone for all of my internet needs. PC gaming, downloads, posting on forums like this, etc etc. I have no bandwidth caps or throttles, so I am truly unlimited. However, a setback with my Moto X2 is that even though I am rooted for wireless such as Wifi Tether or Barnacle, I can only tether in ad-hoc and not infrastructure. Tablets and other devices cannot connect to ad-hoc and only infrastructure, but supposedly my phone does not support this. Does the Razr Maxx have sufficient hardware to broadcast as a infrastucture hotpost?
4. Locked Bootloader and Custom ROMs? I am aware that my Moto X2 has a locked bootloader, supposedly meaning it is unable to have custom ROMs flashed to it. Is this the case with the Razr Maxx? And if so, are there methods to unlock the bootloader on the Maxx, unlike the X2? And, assuming I can flash, what kind of ROMs could I use and what would be recommended per my general uses of the phone (as listed above)? I have never flashed a custom ROM and know little of it. Would I need one specific to my carrier (Alltel), or does it just need to be the right technology (Alltel is CDMA)?
As an added note, while not phone specific, are there any alarming pitfalls to a custom ROM? Bugged SMS, MMS, etc?
Gamemaster1379 said:
Hello all, I am currently looking to get the Motorola Razr Maxx in the next few days from Alltel. However, before I do, there are several questions I would like answered. Any help would be appreciated
Now then, starting off.
1. Is there a root option for the Razr Maxx for Alltel? It supposedly will be running ICS stock, but I want to make sure I don't use some sort of root method that is for a Verizon Maxx and cause issues on my phone. If there is a root option, which is best? I've done recovery flashes and whatnot in the past to root my Alltel 2.3.6 X2, but the simpler the better for me.
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I used this method and it worked just fine. Only catch was I had to install SuperSU from the Play Store afterwards, as the automatic installation failed for some reason. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1342567
2.Bluetooth input, is it fixed? One thing I do a lot of on my Motorola Milestone X2 is emulation. I have a PSX, N64, GBA, GBC, etc etc. However, one HUGE setback with my Moto X2 is that it does not handle bluetooth input properly. My previous phone could handle it in emulation just fine, but there is a problem with the X2, supposedly. The X2 can detect input from bluetooth devices (and it shows the input in said applications used to sync the device), HOWEVER, the input cannot interact with other applications on the X2, making it impossible to play emulators with bluetooth devices. Does the issue persist with the Razr Maxx, or can I finally hook up a Wii remote to my Razr Maxx, mirror it to my TV, and sit back and enjoy the classics?
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I don't know about this, as I've never used my phones for this purpose.
3. Infrastructure tethering - I do not have an existing ISP because all ISPs I can get are so terrible, wireless dial-up with interference would be more reliable. That being said, I use my phone for all of my internet needs. PC gaming, downloads, posting on forums like this, etc etc. I have no bandwidth caps or throttles, so I am truly unlimited. However, a setback with my Moto X2 is that even though I am rooted for wireless such as Wifi Tether or Barnacle, I can only tether in ad-hoc and not infrastructure. Tablets and other devices cannot connect to ad-hoc and only infrastructure, but supposedly my phone does not support this. Does the Razr Maxx have sufficient hardware to broadcast as a infrastucture hotpost?
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I never had trouble running the WiFi Hotspot feature on my Milestone X, X2, or now Razr Maxx in infrastructure mode. They all have worked well for this. Last device I had to use Ad-Hoc on was my OG Milestone because the hardware was physically unable to support infrastructure mode.
4. Locked Bootloader and Custom ROMs? I am aware that my Moto X2 has a locked bootloader, supposedly meaning it is unable to have custom ROMs flashed to it. Is this the case with the Razr Maxx? And if so, are there methods to unlock the bootloader on the Maxx, unlike the X2? And, assuming I can flash, what kind of ROMs could I use and what would be recommended per my general uses of the phone (as listed above)? I have never flashed a custom ROM and know little of it. Would I need one specific to my carrier (Alltel), or does it just need to be the right technology (Alltel is CDMA)?
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The beauty of the Maxx is that you can use SafeStrap to setup multi-boot. You can actually load custom roms in addition to your stock rom and choose among them at boot! No more having to cross your fingers and hope the custom rom you are flashing over your system will work.
SafeStrap Info: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1391900
A big downside for us Alltel users so far is it seems as though all of the custom roms out there are preoccupied with needing a SIM card to do anything. So far this is rendering them useless for phone use for us Alltel users, as we do not use SIM cards in our Razrs. I am actively trying to figure out how to overcome this as time allows. So far, I have figured out copying the build.prop from our stock rom and using it to replace the one in the Eclipse rom allows me to bypass the SIM card nag in initial setup, but it still will not allow use of the phone dialer. I'll post an update if I discover a fix for this. If anyone else knows of a fix please share. We would be very appreciative!
Fortunately the stock rom on this phone is actually pretty decent, especially compared to those on previous Motorolas like the X2.
As an added note, while not phone specific, are there any alarming pitfalls to a custom ROM? Bugged SMS, MMS, etc?
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The above issue dealing with a SIM card is the biggest problem. By far the easiest workaround I have used in the past to get around MMS problems was to use GoSMS as my default text/mms application. It allows you to set your own mms settings regardless of what is preset in the rom and has never given me problems. 3g data works fine on custom roms so far in my testing.
I am happy to report that Bluetooth input has been fixed in the Ice Cream Sandwich update
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Sim card requirement?
Are you trying to use GSM ROMs instead of CDMA?
Seems like there should be an easy work around for Verizon roms. Any one?
Right now there are some issues with BT, camera and other liuttle bugs on every JB ROMs. But seems like they will be fixed soon. You can use CM9, MIUI or the stock based ones instead.
About the other questions. I don't know.
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Sim card requirement?
Are you trying to use GSM ROMs instead of CDMA?
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CDMA roms have this problem as well. Since all the cdma roms are based on the Verizon razr they always look for the 4g lte sim card. Alltel is 3g only and does not use sim cards so that's where the issues start. Hopefully someone can figure out a way to force the razr into 3g mode where it doesn't look for a sim card.
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I wrote a guide over at Android Central on how to get CM9 or AOKP on the Alltel MAXX, check it out if you'd like
hxxp://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr-maxx/235261-guide-get-aokp-cm9-your-alltel-razr-maxx.html
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I wrote a guide over at Android Central on how to get CM9 or AOKP on the Alltel MAXX, check it out if you'd like
hxxp://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr-maxx/235261-guide-get-aokp-cm9-your-alltel-razr-maxx.html
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Thanks a million I'll have to give this a try!
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Hello guys
I'm going to buy Alltel Razr Maxx, and i guess this is the right thread to ask some questions.
At first, the most important: does it work in 3G/GSM mode with a sim card? I'm from Europe and I'm a GSM network user.
What are the general differences b/w XT912 (Verizon) and XT908 (Alltel)? I can't find detailed specs of xt908 anywhere.
Thanks!
RGreen said:
Hello guys
I'm going to buy Alltel Razr Maxx, and i guess this is the right thread to ask some questions.
At first, the most important: does it work in 3G/GSM mode with a sim card? I'm from Europe and I'm a GSM network user.
What are the general differences b/w XT912 (Verizon) and XT908 (Alltel)? I can't find detailed specs of xt908 anywhere.
Thanks!
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Same question
Hi All,
My Phone can't seem to locate ANY satellites in either my Stock ROM or Custom ROM (I use SS)..
I've tried the standard update AGPS fix and still got nothing.
I always thought it was my custom ROMs that just had buggy GPS but seeming as the stock doesn't either, I'm not sure what the issue is.
Any suggestions on how to fix this issue are appreciated!
(XT910 my stock ROM is British Retail Jelly Bean)
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Hi All,
My Phone can't seem to locate ANY satellites in either my Stock ROM or Custom ROM (I use SS)..
I've tried the standard update AGPS fix and still got nothing.
I always thought it was my custom ROMs that just had buggy GPS but seeming as the stock doesn't either, I'm not sure what the issue is.
Any suggestions on how to fix this issue are appreciated!
(XT910 my stock ROM is British Retail Jelly Bean)
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A couple of months back somebody with the same device as you had the exact same issue. I suggested to RSDlite and GPS issue was solved. I know they had a difficult time figuring out how to re root but it was done with a little research. This was the only solution. I hope this is helpful for you!!
XT912 RaZR SpYdEr CDMA
hit ThAnKs if I was helpful!!!
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A couple of months back somebody with the same device as you had the exact same issue. I suggested to RSDlite and GPS issue was solved. I know they had a difficult time figuring out how to re root but it was done with a little research. This was the only solution. I hope this is helpful for you!!
XT912 RaZR SpYdEr CDMA
hit ThAnKs if I was helpful!!!
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Excellent, I'm glad there seems to be a solution! It's a bit of a pain in the ass though
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Excellent, I'm glad there seems to be a solution! It's a bit of a pain in the ass though
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It is a great idea to do this from time to time. You never know what gets left behind when you are flashing custom stuff
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=46219882
XT912 RaZR SpYdEr CDMA
hit ThAnKs if I was helpful!!!
Here is a link to the other fella. If he is still around I am sure he would be more than happy to help you if you have any issues.
I don't spend a lot of time in the AT&T thread. Mostly just the general M8 area.
Lately I've noticed what I thought was some worse cellular radio reception.
My baseband is 1.21.2533xxxxxxxx
Had anyone had better success with a different radio. All of my ROMs are Lollipop
I would reccommend only using at&t or dev edition radios, but usually the newest ones available is what everyone uses, I personally am using the newest dev radio right now with no problems with reception
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Lately I've noticed what I thought was some worse cellular radio reception.
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Based on what? dBm, battery life, download speed?
There is no "best radio" for everyone. It depends on lot on the reception in your exact location. But I agree with the above, most folks have better luck using AT&T or US Dev Ed radios on AT&T's network.
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I would reccommend only using at&t or dev edition radios, but usually the newest ones available is what everyone uses, I personally am using the newest dev radio right now with no problems with reception
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Based on what? dBm, battery life, download speed?
There is no "best radio" for everyone. It depends on lot on the reception in your exact location. But I agree with the above, most folks have better luck using AT&T or US Dev Ed radios on AT&T's network.
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Thanks - the worse radio reception is based on nothing but general usage poor reception (which is what I posted in my original question, ie, no mention of battery life, download speed, etc). I have just noticed that after firmware and radio upgrade it just seems like I am having cellular call issues with worse call reception than before. No objective data to present ...
@ZeRo2o9 could you be so kind as to post your current baseband so I can compare
Thanks
I am currently using the 1540.8 firmware package from the thread in the AT&T dev forum, from wonders never cease, it's from the lollipop dev ed firmware with red text removed already I would say for you just to try that, but I also run the Rom that is edited for AT&T, best thing to do is try it and see what works best for your area
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I am currently using the 1540.8 firmware package from the thread in the AT&T dev forum
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I'm on the same radio, and the number is: 1.24.21331147A1.09G_20.68.4196.01_F
I need to take a look at what's in the radio thread. Since the OTA to 4.4.4, my radio has sucked to the highest order. Drops, hangups, complete lost of signal. It's been horrible. Is it possible the changes for VoLTE could be causing this?
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I need to take a look at what's in the radio thread. Since the OTA to 4.4.4, my radio has sucked to the highest order. Drops, hangups, complete lost of signal. It's been horrible. Is it possible the changes for VoLTE could be causing this?
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Did you try a factory reset (backup any important personal data first)? If not, all bets are off when you OTA. Simply too many variables with pre-existing settings and apps that can conflict with the OTA and cause random and major bugs.
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Did you try a factory reset (backup any important personal data first)? If not, all bets are off when you OTA. Simply too many variables with pre-existing settings and apps that can conflict with the OTA and cause random and major bugs.
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Yeah. Did all that. I actually went to a clean version of stock 4.4.3 before upgrading.
Does anyone know the radio for 4.4.3?
I flashed CM12.1 this afternoon.
ROM from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-2/orig-development/rom-redmi-note-2-t3272872
I find only SIM1 can use 4G.
And SIM2 only can use 2G.
I think it's a bug...
I think a lot of people have been talking about it in that thread or another CM thread. It seems to be a bug with our phone, so far I have not heard of any ROM bringing 4G support for SIM2.
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I think a lot of people have been talking about it in that thread or another CM thread. It seems to be a bug with our phone, so far I have not heard of any ROM bringing 4G support for SIM2.
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I didn't hear about it. I thought it was a rom-specific bug. Have you tested it with a MIUI rom?
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I didn't hear about it. I thought it was a rom-specific bug. Have you tested it with a MIUI rom?
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In Redmi Note 2 and many of xiaomi dual sim phones, we can change settings(something like "use which sim's data connection?") to change 4G support to sim2(at the same time sim1 locked to 2G network), when using MIUI, my Redmi Note 2 can use like this, but once flashed cm12.1 or other android 5.1 roms based on aosp, we can't enable sim2's 4G even I change settings in "settings".
(Just for a direction, those AOSP 5.0 can, maybe we can get some experience from there)
Function "change which sim to use 4G" is common in China dual sim phones, I wish I can change 4G SIM freely~~
Sorry for my poor English, hope you can understand me
Every rom compiled from sources have this problem, please before all post the issues into the dedicated thread and not here, it's really useless and some developers not reading this forum