Is there any root for the LG OPTIMUS F60 ? I have been searching the internet for a long time now and if any one can help me that would be highly appreciated
LG Optimus F60 Root
bryanpfox said:
Is there any root for the LG OPTIMUS F60 ? I have been searching the internet for a long time now and if any one can help me that would be highly appreciated
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I've been looking myself. It seems like a hard device to unlock the bootloader in as well. I can't imagine that it isn't a popular device. It's $50, snappy with a quad core, and on an unlimited 4g lte network for $50 a month. I used Pdanet+ usb tethering to tap into the hotspot. If I could access the root files I am sure that we could all benefit from customizing this device. I am really amazed at how quick it is.
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I've been looking myself. It seems like a hard device to unlock the bootloader in as well. I can't imagine that it isn't a popular device. It's $50, snappy with a quad core, and on an unlimited 4g lte network for $50 a month. I used Pdanet+ usb tethering to tap into the hotspot. If I could access the root files I am sure that we could all benefit from customizing this device. I am really amazed at how quick it is.
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Hello,
If you have the same phone as me (MS395) Optimus F60, the instructions in the link below worked for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/guide-root-method-lg-devices-t3049772
Reply back if you have any questions.
I am now in contact with LG to pony up some assistance to unlock the bootloader as this phone is locked down...
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I am thinking about purchasing a LG P769 for use on At&t.Since it is a T-Mobile phone,I wont have to have a data plan from at&t which it forces me to have for my Atrix 2 and Galaxy Note.I plan to just unlock it and disable the data.
I've had some LG flip-phones in the past and have owned an LG Thrill which I did not really care for(I got it for free with an upgrade),but I am sure LG has improved slightly...
Is this a decent phone for the average used?I am just looking for good call quality,easy texting and playing some casual games.
Thanks in advance for any input.
PassingThruLife said:
I am thinking about purchasing a LG P769 for use on At&t.Since it is a T-Mobile phone,I wont have to have a data plan from at&t which it forces me to have for my Atrix 2 and Galaxy Note.I plan to just unlock it and disable the data.
I've had some LG flip-phones in the past and have owned an LG Thrill which I did not really care for(I got it for free with an upgrade),but I am sure LG has improved slightly...
Is this a decent phone for the average used?I am just looking for good call quality,easy texting and playing some casual games.
Thanks in advance for any input.
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As per current situation in XDA and the restricted support of P769 providers, I will "not recommend it", until LG releases P769 through its own channel, and not from other mobile operators. Read all forum and various threads and posts about P769 before you decide to buy one.
I don't foresee the same XDA support for the P769 as was seen here for the HTC G2 and HD2 Leo. Nevertheless, it is a midgrade phone running ICS (JB 4.1 expected eventually) and serves me well w/o a custom rom. It is dual core, has 1GB of ram, and is physically light. Unfortunately, it includes a bit of T-Mobile bloatware (that is easily disabled). Removal is possible, but research! ...and you probably know that T-Mobile's wifi calling will not work for you on AT&T.
Two areas of concern are the lack of a light sensor for auto-dimming and has only 2GB of internal memory (G2 had 4!). It is sold without an SD card so you will have to buy one. The lack of auto-dimming hasn't bothered me yet, but it might. The 2150mAh battery seems to help with usage life. Whether I recommend it depends on the price.
Anyways, this was quickly written and I may be back to organize and edit this post.
btw... root it and backup root with voodoo (see threads here) before an OTA update installs.
dkouzou said:
I don't foresee the same XDA support for the P769 as was seen here for the HTC G2 and HD2 Leo. Nevertheless, it is a midgrade phone running ICS (JB 4.1 expected eventually) and serves me well w/o a custom rom. It is dual core, has 1GB of ram, and is physically light. Unfortunately, it includes a bit of T-Mobile bloatware (that is easily disabled). Removal is possible, but research! ...and you probably know that T-Mobile's wifi calling will not work for you on AT&T.
Two areas of concern are the lack of a light sensor for auto-dimming and has only 2GB of internal memory (G2 had 4!). It is sold without an SD card so you will have to buy one. The lack of auto-dimming hasn't bothered me yet, but it might. The 2150mAh battery seems to help with usage life. Whether I recommend it depends on the price.
Anyways, this was quickly written and I may be back to organize and edit this post.
btw... root it and backup root with voodoo (see threads here) before an OTA update installs.
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He can get good alternate at the same or bit more cost, he just have to look around. And what if he gets phone with V10G or if V10G is unknowingly updated on V10E? He will lose root and nothing much can be done. He should better go for any HTC or Samsung Grand, a recommended at this moment.
cmahendra said:
He can get good alternate at the same or bit more cost, he just have to look around. And what if he gets phone with V10G or if V10G is unknowingly updated on V10E? He will lose root and nothing much can be done. He should better go for any HTC or Samsung Grand, a recommended at this moment.
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For $150 USD, I'd buy it (no contract), but above $200 I might consider more expensive options. I see the LG 769 now at Best Buy for $200 (no contract). He can return it if it comes with V10G preinstalled. Considering that he wishes to use it with AT&T, he will have to get it unlocked and this will drive his total cost over $200. An AT&T phone might be more economical although I don't know their selections. An AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II is about $300 (StoreSF). The cheapest I see the Samsung Galaxy Grand is around $400 online (Mobile City Online). If you know of a phone with similar or better specs to the LG 769 (min. dual core, ICS or JB, 1GB Ram) at around $200 or less (no contract), please share.
PassingThruLife said:
I plan to just unlock it and disable the data.
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Never tried this. I guess you can use Wifi only for data?
dkouzou said:
For $150 USD, I'd buy it (no contract), but above $200 I might consider more expensive options. I see the LG 769 now at Best Buy for $200 (no contract). He can return it if it comes with V10G preinstalled. Considering that he wishes to use it with AT&T, he will have to get it unlocked and this will drive his total cost over $200. An AT&T phone might be more economical although I don't know their selections. An AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II is about $300 (StoreSF). The cheapest I see the Samsung Galaxy Grand is around $400 online (Mobile City Online). If you know of a phone with similar or better specs to the LG 769 (min. dual core, ICS or JB, 1GB Ram) at around $200 or less (no contract), please share.
Never tried this. I guess you can use Wifi only for data?
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U r right. At 150 u can go for it. In our country it is 310. And Grand is 350.
Sent from my LG-P765 using xda app-developers app
i would recommend the P768 with 8MP instead of 5MP camera - although software will still take a while and Sony / Samsung is always best.
Go for it mate..got mine too 2 weeks old..and im impressed..actually i have 2 android phone one is d galaxy s advance, they almost have thesame specs.but compare to both performance.,l9 wins,,maybe becoz i already had an upgrade my sgsa to jb..but overall performance game,browse,camera,sounds,not to mention the rom memry becoz thats the only thing i ddnt like to l9 but what the devs cant do about that,,.
And compare to samsung.i just noticed that most of their new released phone have thesame looks/style and thats a plus for l9,slim and light..like other post go for galaxy grand rather l9,naahh,,i even had thought of it overnight and finally had my l9 the ff day..
All in all rating:10/10
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Based on your requirement: "I am just looking for good call quality,easy texting and playing some casual games", and if you can get 150$ price tag, definitely go for it, it should be the best bang for your buck the last 2, 3 months (USA). For 200$ price tag, it might be still best value out there, but you might want to look around more.
People here in this forum seems to always assume phone must be rooted, must have unlocked boot loaders to be a phone, but it totally depends on your usage to care about those things or not. And from your description, I would say you can live well with either of those (root might be a bonus for some adblocking and backup btw).
Can't find a direct answer on this. Can I use a metro PCS lg L9 on t-mobile? There is a big price difference, but I think the phone is the same. Anyone know for sure?
trout14 said:
Can't find a direct answer on this. Can I use a metro PCS lg L9 on t-mobile? There is a big price difference, but I think the phone is the same. Anyone know for sure?
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Yes but you have to get an unlock code from Ebay, or MetroPCS if they are willing to give it ti you. I got one for $5 on Ebay.
Hi, I am new to this phone, On Verizon and I am wondering if you think there will be enough interest in this phone for it to get rooted and an unlocked bootloader? Or will this turn out like the Note 4 ?
For me I need a phone that will provide undetected wifi tethering as I am on VZW unlimited plan that wants $$ for such.
Thank you for your comments
Have you tried FoxFi for tethering. I have it working on my vzw v10. It is touchy but it works most of the time.
rlivin said:
Have you tried FoxFi for tethering. I have it working on my vzw v10. It is touchy but it works most of the time.
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Thank you for your reply. I do not own this phone. I am shopping for the right phone now and the V10 , Nexus p6.
I really like the V10's : Sd Card slot and replaceable battery and TheVerge.com says it has an incredible camera. BUUUUT I am hesitant on buying a phone that can't be rooted and being dependant on LG for updates.
plainbum said:
Hi, I am new to this phone, On Verizon and I am wondering if you think there will be enough interest in this phone for it to get rooted and an unlocked bootloader? Or will this turn out like the Note 4 ?
For me I need a phone that will provide undetected wifi tethering as I am on VZW unlimited plan that wants $$ for such.
Thank you for your comments
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You might have a future Note 4 in your hand. Verizon is very very VERY tight on security. We also have to factor in v10 or LG for that matter does not attract lot of developers. For tethering might have to look around playstore for any unroot options. Otherwise, I do not see plans of doing much with this phone. Perhaps wait until root and unlocking is made.
I have an LG G6 phone on Verizon service. So a techy friend of mine referred me to this site and I must say, I am very impressed with some of the cool features these phone will do or won't do, due to the carriers. I was told that since I am on the "old school" unlimited data plane from about 10-15 years old, I can root, unlock or teather ( none of which I understand) my phone to get it so when I am out I can use my phone as a hotspot for my other items such as my iPad or laptop. Can someone offer help with apps to download or a simple way to make this happen ( youtube tutorials?)
Thank you in advance for replying.
There is no root for the Verizon Branded LG G6.
gotwake said:
I have an LG G6 phone on Verizon service. So a techy friend of mine referred me to this site and I must say, I am very impressed with some of the cool features these phone will do or won't do, due to the carriers. I was told that since I am on the "old school" unlimited data plane from about 10-15 years old, I can root, unlock or teather ( none of which I understand) my phone to get it so when I am out I can use my phone as a hotspot for my other items such as my iPad or laptop. Can someone offer help with apps to download or a simple way to make this happen ( youtube tutorials?)
Thank you in advance for replying.
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I presume you have the Verizon version of the LG G6. If that is the case then there is no root.
If you have the unlocked version from B&H, then you shouldn't need to root to tether.
Which phone do you have?
tech_head said:
I presume you have the Verizon version of the LG G6. If that is the case then there is no root.
If you have the unlocked version from B&H, then you shouldn't need to root to tether.
Which phone do you have?
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I have the Verizon version If anything becomes available please update me, i would greatly appreciate that any any other tips for the phone.
Hello guys, i was looking in different sources of how to root my lg G5 h831..
I would like to know if there is any way to root this before i decides to change it....
jowandrys said:
Hello guys, i was looking in different sources of how to root my lg G5 h831..
I would like to know if there is any way to root this before i decides to change it....
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unfortunately theres no way to root H831 as of now due to locked bootloader.
Apparently I have been able to root my H831...
I recently had my 4 month old LG 5 overheat and quit working. I returned it to the Cell phone provider (FreedomvMobile) who sent it to Futuretel in Ontario as the authorized repair centre in Canada.
They have informed me that I have rooted the phone and therefore it is not covered under warranty. I did not know what rooting was until I googled it. I have not rooted the phone. They are refusing to fix the phone. They say that the test of the phone is conclusive and that it was rooted. It was not. Does anyone have any idea if there are other causes that would make the technician at Futuretel think that it was rooted? I need some information before I go even further with this ridiculous response from Futuretel. Help!
Futureteller said:
I recently had my 4 month old LG 5 overheat and quit working. I returned it to the Cell phone provider (FreedomvMobile) who sent it to Futuretel in Ontario as the authorized repair centre in Canada.
They have informed me that I have rooted the phone and therefore it is not covered under warranty. I did not know what rooting was until I googled it. I have not rooted the phone. They are refusing to fix the phone. They say that the test of the phone is conclusive and that it was rooted. It was not. Does anyone have any idea if there are other causes that would make the technician at Futuretel think that it was rooted? I need some information before I go even further with this ridiculous response from Futuretel. Help!
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The tech is scamming you. Been there done that. Send a message to LG global through Facebook. It will get replaced. They do not want a bad rep.
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Sign the petition and spread the word guys, we are really close! change.org/p/lg-electronics-unlock-lg-g5-bootloader-for-all-varients
I just signed
Any word on Canadian bootloader yet?
Well, I went and signed for all it is worth. I still have a G5 in my collection and I would love to get it onto Lineage and let my son use it.
Really would like to root my phone as well :/
Still no news on rooting h831??
That is a good question. There was finally an update to Android 8.0 for our devices but I wonder if it made it so they can be unlocked and whatnot...
I don't want to be negative, but I guess in the end we will have to sell this device and buy another one, just to have an unlocked bootloader and root
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xddd00 said:
I don't want to be negative, but I guess in the end we will have to sell this device and buy another one, just to have an unlocked bootloader and root
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Well, I and my wife upgraded to Galaxy S9s this spring due to a seriously unbeatable deal. Had the G5 supported the AWS bands used by the new carrier we switched to, she would still have been using it but alas, nope.
We still have her LG G5 and my son uses it as an ipod of sorts. I would love to root the thing just so newer OS' can be installed on it as it will never be a phone again so I don't need to worry about things like tap to pay and such. I guess it getting to Android 8 will have to do.
Yeah, I would love to root if possible too but I understand that our device is not popular enough just as H850 is or H830.
Would be trying to sell this device and buy another one then...
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xddd00 said:
I understand that our device is not popular enough just as H850 is or H830.
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Ya, see, there is one general complaint that fits this... I hate that there are so many damned models of each of the main model names... As in there is never really JUST an LG G5 or JUST a Galaxy S9.
If you look HARD enough there is a way to ROOT a H831. You have to use Marshmallow 6.0 and follow a small tutorial that you will find if you look HARD. I am not sure if you can roll back to v6.0 so you can force root but hey all you have to do is LOOK!
Sentario said:
If you look HARD enough there is a way to ROOT a H831. You have to use Marshmallow 6.0 and follow a small tutorial that you will find if you look HARD. I am not sure if you can roll back to v6.0 so you can force root but hey all you have to do is LOOK!
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Can you provide a link? I've searched for months w/ no success.
You can't downgrade from Oreo to Marshmallow so no root