Hi guys,
I'm not a Dev but I know there is a huge hype around G2 Modding.
Because of LG decision to do not unlock G2 LP bootloader (see this link), I decided to create this bounty topic for reliable people. :good:
We know we have Bump! and Loki, but is not the same of unlocked bootloader: with an unlocked bootloader we could be able to use without any problem MultiROM (XDA topic here) or port unisgned operating systems like Ubuntu for smartphones porting (Porting guide here, and XDA Topic here).
Pledges (26/06):
- Me, Maxximo88 - 20€ (conversion is made by Paypal)
Total (26/06): 20€ (damn this is the first day, lets people pledge!)
Once the Unlock bootloader procedure is completed and posted we will wait for the dev or devs to specify how he/they want the money sent.
Usually it is just a donation to their Paypal account or Bitcoin.
On rare occasions the dev will just say they want money donated to charity but that is rare and the dev should get paid for their hard work. I will follow up to make sure everyone pays.
Current Unlock procedure Progress:
Tag Developers so they are aware of this (If I missed any please let me know!).
Try to ask LG International
Wanna help G2 Community?
Write an email to the following contact and ask them to release the procedure to unlock booloader and tell them why it is so important!
Code:
email to: [email protected]
Community that decided to join: LG GSeries Utenti Italiani (> 2700 members); Droidth page (>> 6000 members)..Pease ask to your community too!
Just some beer, 20€, not so much but "in unity is strength!".
Maybe some Devs that could be interested are @dorimanx @CoudyFa @gtbluesky @tsunamical @somboons @autoprime @Angelic276 @bris31 @irevhard @Y.Heavenslaughter @Bx16 @zioriky @xdabbeb
You do realize the G2 is pretty much wide open? You can flash an LP bootloader then back to JB bootloader then back to LP bootloader, as long as you have the respective files? I don't have a d802 but I'd assume its similar to the d800.
Why do you think,it MUST unlock bootloader ?
Angelic276 said:
You do realize the G2 is pretty much wide open? You can flash an LP bootloader then back to JB bootloader then back to LP bootloader, as long as you have the respective files? I don't have a d802 but I'd assume its similar to the d800.
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There is a lot of modding around G2, but with an unlocked bootloader you are able to load unsigned OS, for example you can create a Port of Ubuntu for smartphone to LG G2. At the same time, with unlocked bootloader Multirom works better because it can load any kernel without any issue (today, you can use MultiROM on LG G2,but you can just boot two (or more) AOSP rom, or two (or more) LG Based rom, BUT (today) you cannot boot a stock and AOSP rom! (so mutirom today works only with AOSP or stock, not both of them)
Edit: to answer @somboons too.
It would just make less bricks for newbie peoples. For advanced users it dont make any diffrence.
Wysłane z mojego LG-D802 przy użyciu Tapatalka
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It is far more worthwhile to fund a fully functioning unbricking tool than an unlocked bootloader. The G2 which has nearly 10 different variants gets bricked primarily because of confusion about "which ROM - which bootloader - which recovery - which modem" questions. I myself have been a victim of the dreaded QH USB 9008 brick and I had to pay 30$ to get it back to a receoverable state.
Lots of people get to states of "download mode not available", "not booting into recovery", etc and the usual solution is to short capacitors together , , etc.
I strongly propose that people move their committed funds from here to something like http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g2/general/bounty-hard-brick-recover-qualcomm-hs-t2914193/page3 and that will be a zillion times more helpful than unlocked bootloaders, etc. at this point.
Well it seems that the G2 is screwed again. The optimus g and also other low end lg devices have an unlocked bootloader. Lets just hope there will be onthe g2 or the g3 community an way to unlock the bootloader as the exploit will probably work on the other.
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sandys1 said:
X-posted from another thread:
It is far more worthwhile to fund a fully functioning unbricking tool than an unlocked bootloader. The G2 which has nearly 10 different variants gets bricked primarily because of confusion about "which ROM - which bootloader - which recovery - which modem" questions. I myself have been a victim of the dreaded QH USB 9008 brick and I had to pay 30$ to get it back to a receoverable state.
Lots of people get to states of "download mode not available", "not booting into recovery", etc and the usual solution is to short capacitors together , , etc.
I strongly propose that people move their committed funds from here to something like http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g2/general/bounty-hard-brick-recover-qualcomm-hs-t2914193/page3 and that will be a zillion times more helpful than unlocked bootloaders, etc. at this point.
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Ok, this is your point of view.
You are probably right.
But, I think both "bounty topics" are important.
I will add your bounty topic on top here.
wulsic said:
Well it seems that the G2 is screwed again. The optimus g and also other low end lg devices have an unlocked bootloader. Lets just hope there will be onthe g2 or the g3 community an way to unlock the bootloader as the exploit will probably work on the other.
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Hope this too, my next device would be one really open and community drive, I don't know if Oneplus or others..I really hate modding issue due to Brand myopia..
Added LGE Devs email to first topic.
Try to ask LG International
Wanna help G2 Community?
Write an email to the following contact and ask them to release the procedure to unlock booloader and tell them why it is so important!
Code:
email to: [email protected]
Community that decided to join: LG GSeries Utenti Italiani (> 2700 members); Droidth page (> 6000 members)..Pease ask to your community too!
I'd pay
10€
il put 10€ too, come on people wake this thread
My LG G2 nota enter in download mode or recovery rveryone help-me?
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Hello everyone,
I was browsing the web and the forum threads but didn't found a thread sharing the specific Source Code for the LGE970 A.K.A. AT&T LG Optimus G so here you have it:
http://goo.gl/3V2IR
I'm more of a cooker than a ROM Developer (I take parts from here and there and make a mix), but I hope other developers join in and help with existing roms (there's only one right now) or make new flavors.
I hope LG don't forget about us and release the Source of the 4.1 and 4.2 soon.
Hope it helps. I'll keep you posted.
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Rooted, Unlock Bootloader, The Base 0.7.2 + Google Now, Tethering Like a Boss
Glad to hear!! Hopefully development starts growing now. Let's hope LG does JB as well but for now this is a good start.
gjgcomputers said:
Hello everyone,
I was browsing the web and the forum threads but didn't found a thread sharing the specific Source Code for the LGE970 A.K.A. AT&T LG Optimus G so here you have it:
http://goo.gl/3V2IR
I'm more of a cooker than a ROM Developer (I take parts from here and there and make a mix), but I hope other developers join in and help with existing roms (there's only one right now) or make new flavors.
I hope LG don't forget about us and release the Source of the 4.1 and 4.2 soon.
Hope it helps. I'll keep you posted.
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Rooted, Unlock Bootloader, The Base 0.7.2 + Google Now, Tethering Like a Boss
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This is about on par with what samsung releases for "source". It includes the kernel (which is helpful yes) but really not much else.
Also, this has been available and known to most devs for a while.
thracky said:
This is about on par with what samsung releases for "source". It includes the kernel (which is helpful yes) but really not much else.
Also, this has been available and known to most devs for a while.
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You are very welcome my friend.
I hope you help us sharing your vast knowledge with the rest of the community so we all could help each other.
Lets do our best.
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thracky said:
This is about on par with what samsung releases for "source". It includes the kernel (which is helpful yes) but really not much else.
Also, this has been available and known to most devs for a while.
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So there is the kernel from this source and the Nexus gives us the relevant drivers correct? We can yank the modem from the stock ROM so what is left?
I am trying to start learning more about how the OS is structured and how to compile ROMs etc. This is not an attempt to question others if that is how it comes across but rather curiosity.
Loving this phone and can't wait for expanded notifications, project butter and roadrunner, etc!
Hi all, came across this new rooting method that is meant for Exynos and OMAP devices when I was reading Appy Geek.
Can any of you try this? I don't have a L9 but I thought that this may be interesting. Post results with device model and software version.
Link (from the same guy who found an Exynos exploit - alephzain): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=37837568
If it doesn't work, contact him on his thread for further support, maybe he will be able to help.
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not useable on p769 with 10g firmware.
Not work on P768f V10D
does not works on p760d.
it says:
your device seems not vulnerable to exploit included in framaroot.
exFAT said:
Hi all, came across this new rooting method that is meant for Exynos and OMAP devices when I was reading Appy Geek.
Can any of you try this? I don't have a L9 but I thought that this may be interesting. Post results with device model and software version.
Link (from the same guy who found an Exynos exploit - alephzain): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=37837568
If it doesn't work, contact him on his thread for further support, maybe he will be able to help.
Sent from a certain phone via Tapatalk 2
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Suddenly there are two such apps with all old scripts embedded into one. These are not any new inventions. Just FRONTENDS. Nothing special.
Works only on S2/S3 and few more vulnerable devices. Not applicable on LG L9 and O2X models. Devs of these apps even don't know LG L9 exists. Tried asking them to look L9, but they never reply. And that explains their calibre.
We should not make threads for every such useless frontends.
We need scripts and apps from real developers who can crack bootloaders, exploit loopholes, compile Roms and kernels.
Sent from p765.
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Suddenly there are two such apps with all old scripts embedded into one. These are not any new inventions. Just FRONTENDS. Nothing special.
Works only on S2/S3 and few more vulnerable devices. Not applicable on LG L9 and O2X models. Devs of these apps even don't know LG L9 exists. Tried asking them to look L9, but they never reply. And that explains their calibre.
We should not make threads for every such useless frontends.
We need scripts and apps from real developers who can crack bootloaders, exploit loopholes, compile Roms and kernels.
Sent from p765.
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Do you even bother to do your research properly? Firstly, this is a new app, that uses some exploits this person discovered. Secondly, this is the person who found the massive exploit on Exynos 4 devices that allowed access to all of physical memory, so as to your point about skills or whatever, this person has them. Seeing as he mentioned the app may work for OMAP devices (worked for his OMAP3), I listed it here in the hope that it may work for those unlucky ones screwed over by LG's lockdowns. It is unfortunate it doesn't work. But this is not some app just merging old scripts. It contains original work.
Tl;dr do your research first and stop being such a hypocrite and know-it-all smartass. Your group of users stuck on unrootable V10G thread is infinitely more useless than this thread.
Well one day we will get root I hope
Benduchi said:
Well one day we will get root I hope
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i recently rooted my l9 using bin4ry's method but first i downgraded software to 10b
I want to start somewhere, I was able to make a jailbreak for my iPhone on 3.1.2 way back when, where can I start for learning how to make a rooting method the L9 or Android in general?
LGP768 Root Guide
I'll be posting a LGP768 Root Guide in Android Development tonight.
Muphet said:
i recently rooted my l9 using bin4ry's method but first i downgraded software to 10b
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yes Binary's Root works for many earlier roms, which variant of L9 you have?
Does any one know if anyone is working on adding rs988 support to lineage OS or if anyone might be interested in giving it a shot?
firenemesis7 said:
Does any one know if anyone is working on adding rs988 support to lineage OS or if anyone might be interested in giving it a shot?
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I'm interested in this as well. I suspect initial sales number for rs988 was low but with stores like B&H blowing their inventory for $250, I suspect a lot of them are now being sold. Hopefully LineageOS will add support for this model before LG stops updating the phone.
Nothing yet for RS988 as I have been reading
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Does any one know if anyone is working on adding rs988 support to lineage OS or if anyone might be interested in giving it a shot?
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Haven't tested yet, but someone did begin to stage an RS988 port of LineageOS:
https://github.com/LineageOS/android_device_lge_rs988
Will build myself when I get a chance... stuck on 10h and no 21a KDZ in sight.
I'd be happy to test... but my PC likely can't handle building tho
Christopher Price said:
Haven't tested yet, but someone did begin to stage an RS988 port of LineageOS:
https://github.com/LineageOS/android_device_lge_rs988
Will build myself when I get a chance... stuck on 10h and no 21a KDZ in sight.
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Christopher Price said:
Haven't tested yet, but someone did begin to stage an RS988 port of LineageOS:
https://github.com/LineageOS/android_device_lge_rs988
Will build myself when I get a chance... stuck on 10h and no 21a KDZ in sight.
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You don't need a KDZ to get off of 10h. Autoprime posted a fix months ago via TWRP
wolfu11 said:
You don't need a KDZ to get off of 10h. Autoprime posted a fix months ago via TWRP
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Yeah, tried it a couple hours after I posted. I just got my RS988, so catching up.
The LG Bootloader Unlock site was completely dysfunctional with Chrome on Mac, apparently not alone in that. Will try to build LineageOS tonight and try unlocking again with a PC...
I primarily am interested in LineageOS as this is a Cat 12 LTE phone for under $200, and with LineageOS I could retool the device for IoT use... alongside Cat 12 speeds.
Unfortunately it appears LG has shut the door on Brightpoint RS988's. Attempting to unlock the bootloader on LG's web site now displays a specific error, noting that the Brightpoint version of the RS988 is not elegible for bootloader unlock.
Why LG is going to this length, for a small carrier (which I'm all but certain doesn't care one bit about this scenario), is beyond me. But it certainly has soured me to trying again. Probably going to hold out for a Sony XZ1 Compact at this point.
I was able to unlock bootloader from LG . anyluck on lineage for RS988?
I would like to try building Lineage OS for the RS988. I've never built a rom from source though. Can anyone tell me what I would need to do to get started?
Check multiple guides on XDA or on youtube
Awkydee said:
I would like to try building Lineage OS for the RS988. I've never built a rom from source though. Can anyone tell me what I would need to do to get started?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/chef-central/android/how-to-build-lineageos-14-1-t3551484
Be prepared that sadly LineageOS has enormous amount of bugs that might be untrivial to solve like broken NFC & quick charge for most of devices, buggy Bluetooth, crashing apps and such.
+ you need Linux either locally or in VM
Unofficial port is being developed
So there is an unofficial one that I have found works fairly well. Like all first versions there are some bugs of course, but very good first step in my opinion.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/development/rs988-lineageos-14-1-lg-g5-carrier-t3744854
Give it a try but as with all mods from a stock user beware.
I've been thinking about the myriad of "old" gadgets that are alive thanks to the variety of ROMs available these days.
But a fact that intrigues me is why this device has very few ROMs available ... it really is something that draws the attention precisely because it has a good potential to receive them.
I have been around the G2 Mini forums since, pretty much, when the device was released. If you have a look at the oldest posts, some of them are mine.
In that time, I have seen many devs, at first trying to unlock the bootloader of the device, with Zaaap finally succeeding, by figuring out how the Russians at 4pda hacked the bootloader of the L90, and then he, and others, made some ROMs.
Since then, the only ROM dev that seems to still be working on our device is @mobiusm . Other that him, I still work on my kernel, with the help of @likeadracula . (However, he is very busy and I don't have any features to add, so there is little work done lately)
I don't know why there aren't any other devs, although, I believe it's because of the initial price (250-300 €) so no dev got it, and, even when the price dropped, it was already "old".
So, yeah, that's what I think.
P.S.: This is not a development thread, but a discussion. It belongs in G2 Mini General.
EDIT: Thread moved by mod.
For me, one developer who works on ROMs and one on Kernels, seems like a lot for a nearly 4 year old, non flagship device.
Also, having the newest Recovery & newest ROM which are worked out properly + a neat kernel with all the features you desire should not be taken for granted.
I am very grateful for all the development that has been done and will be done and I wouldn't know why I should get a new phone, 'cause this one works just fine, at least for me.
My surprise in relation to this fact is related that this device does not differ in anything from the L90 in terms of hardware, and the boot unblocking is the same, same procedures, so it is common to see roms for L90 and not for the G2m. This is something I'm surprised about. Obviously I am happy that there is still developer for this device, particularly the rom of my preference that is the LOS, did not abandon it, so 2..3 or more roms for it does not make as much difference since I just like to use the LOS on my devices, for the stability, performance and commitment of the team to all supported devices, however, is my view, other people have divergent thoughts.
Oshmar said:
My surprise in relation to this fact is related that this device does not differ in anything from the L90 in terms of hardware, and the boot unblocking is the same, same procedures, so it is common to see roms for L90 and not for the L90. G2m, this is something I'm surprised about. Obviously I am happy that there is still developer for this device, particularly the rom of my preference that is the LOS, did not abandon it, so 2..3 or more roms for it does not make as much difference since I just like to use the LOS on my devices, for the stability, performance and commitment of the team to all supported devices, however, is my view, other people have divergent thoughts.
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Actually, precisely because of the similar hardware, it's very easy for the L90 ROMs to be ported to the G2M.
One the devs that have made ROMs for the g2m recently told me that he is using the L90 for initial testing and then uses the blobs for the g2m to make it work. (I don't actually know, but I think that the only problem with the L90 blobs is the camera or the WiFi, if anything)
In fact, it's so easy that anyone, with the most basic knowledge of Linux, can get it to work. I think. I haven't actually tried.
So, find a ROM of the L90 that you like and give it a shot. Just follow an online tutorial and you should be able to port it.
If you need any help, just let me know. Or anyone on the forum (though, some, myself included, are busy)
I was thinking once before to try Slim Rom from l90, but I was afraid to ruin my phone
Boki11111 said:
I was thinking once before to try Slim Rom from l90, but I was afraid to ruin my phone
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Just make a backup in recovery
If it works, let us know!
I might even make a small zip that modifies the build props to say the correct information.
P.S.: As always, I take no responsibility. Your phone, your fault. (Disclaimer)
Vagelis1608 said:
Just make a backup in recovery
If it works, let us know!
I might even make a small zip that modifies the build props to say the correct information.
P.S.: As always, I take no responsibility. Your phone, your fault. (Disclaimer)
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If I try, I'll report
Complicated ... but as I said, it was only a sudden surprise because there were few roms, however, for my daily use, LOS I like, of course some options are always welcome, but if it is not possible, good size too.
Vagelis1608 said:
Just make a backup in recovery
If it works, let us know!
I might even make a small zip that modifies the build props to say the correct information.
P.S.: As always, I take no responsibility. Your phone, your fault. (Disclaimer)
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not working,error in start installing zip,probably should first edit build.prop and kernel
Boki11111 said:
not working,error in start installing zip,probably should first edit build.prop and kernel
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In the install script in the zip, there is a command "assert" that checks the device.
Remove that line and it will install.
I would like your opinion if it is worth changing my devices; Moto G Falcon and the LG D618, both in perfect condition, for a Moto G4 Play?
Oshmar said:
I would like your opinion if it is worth changing my devices; Moto G Falcon and the LG D618, both in perfect condition, for a Moto G4 Play?
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Do you know in which parts the G Falcon and the G4 Play differ?
Is it possible for g2m to die if you try to install a rom of the L90?
Oshmar said:
Is it possible for g2m to die if you try to install a rom of the L90?
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Nope. Only soft brick (a.k.a. bootloop)
Just restore the backup you (hopefully) made before flashing
Or, wipe /system /data and /cache and then flash a ROM for the g2m.
Still, no responsibility taken
They released an unofficial version of the android Oreo for the L90.
Hey folks,
I've got a relatively simple question about the V30. I've got an AT&T LG V30 which I used the frankenstein method to unlock the bootloader and convert to US998.
What I'm trying to understand is whether or not any of the LineageOS ROMs, or the 9.0 ROM, will work on the AT&T converted V30. My takeaway thus far is that they will NOT work on my device, and my attempts to flash the ROMs echo this, but I'm looking for a more definitive answer.
Am I dumb and just "doing it wrong", or is the 931 converted to 998 unable to run these ROMs?
Cheers!
uberamd said:
Hey folks,
I've got a relatively simple question about the V30. I've got an AT&T LG V30 which I used the frankenstein method to unlock the bootloader and convert to US998.
What I'm trying to understand is whether or not any of the LineageOS ROMs, or the 9.0 ROM, will work on the AT&T converted V30. My takeaway thus far is that they will NOT work on my device, and my attempts to flash the ROMs echo this, but I'm looking for a more definitive answer.
Am I dumb and just "doing it wrong", or is the 931 converted to 998 unable to run these ROMs?
Cheers!
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No, they won't for now.
For those wanting more information about former H931 and H933 and AOSP ROMs, see here.
Please read around. There are multiple places saying it doesn't work. I am working on this. It is a slow process.
For a definitive. It does NOT work.
me2151 said:
Please read around. There are multiple places saying it doesn't work. I am working on this. It is a slow process.
For a definitive. It does NOT work.
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I've been looking, however I wasn't able to find if that was for all ROMs, some ROMs, maybe it works now and not at the time the reply was made, etc. It'd be cool if ROMs had a callout on the top post (as it gets updated when there are new releases) saying "INCOMPATIBLE WITH" or something along those lines. Just a thought.
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I've been looking, however I wasn't able to find if that was for all ROMs, some ROMs, maybe it works now and not at the time the reply was made, etc. It'd be cool if ROMs had a callout on the top post (as it gets updated when there are new releases) saying "INCOMPATIBLE WITH" or something along those lines. Just a thought.
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Thats what i have the FAQ for ^^
I list compatible devices there.
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Thats what i have the FAQ for ^^
I list compatible devices there.
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Ohhh, see, I'm dumb and see the line in the FAQ that says:
Q. Which Models are supported?
A. So far it works well on the H930(G/DS), US998, VS996 and LS998 (use H930 zip). Other models may have broken RIL or bootloop. People with a H932, please use that zip.
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And think "oh, I now have a US998 since I converted my 931, so this ROM should work for me."
Most of my lack of making since of this probably stems from the fact that I swear XDA used to have a set of forums for each carriers version of the device, but in the case of the V30, all carrier releases are clumped together under one section.
Thanks for your help! I'll look specifically for 931 in the device list and remember that even though I converted to a US998 via frankenstein, it's not actually a 998.
Cheers!
uberamd said:
Most of my lack of making since of this probably stems from the fact that I swear XDA used to have a set of forums for each carriers version of the device, but in the case of the V30, all carrier releases are clumped together under one section.
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Yes, previously that was the norm -- even completely separate forums for each carrier, but then most users just focused on THEIR variant/their carrier and missed compatible developments that other variants of the same phone had. "Unified" development is better. TWRP/ROMS for all where possible.*
In this case, if you had a separate H931 or H933 forum, right now there would be no custom ROMs available. All you would have is stock-based ROMs like Boombox. It's also entirely possible we wouldn't have even figured out (together) that someone could flash to US998 in the first place to get bootloader unlock and root. It still might be only original US998 and H930 which have bootloader unlock and root with bootloader unlock codes doled out by LG.
But due to the one forum, and shared development that's how [b @TxanMoe accidentally discovered WTF bootloader unlock while using Frankenstein.[/B] @runningnak3d helped him recover his phone when he ill-advisedly tried to flash his H931 to European H930 after first converting to US998 and running some old Huawei bootloader unlock code he found in an LG G4 forum Yeah, he bricked his phone and we all smirked because he was doing stuff that seemed crazy. But after his phone was recovered, his bootloader was indeed unlocked. That became the foundation of WTF bootloader unlock and root. Without a unified forum, I'm not sure enough people would have paid attention. @TxanMoe would have just bricked his phone and that would have been the end of it; he would have moved onto another phone and we would not have realized the wonderful discovery of the LG bootloader unlock exploit.
There are devs working on the problem of H931 and H933 on AOSP ROMs.
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* In the Moto Quark forums (Droid Turbo/Moto Maxx/Moto Turbo -- all the same model phone, just different names for some strange reason) the CM dev at the time make sure his stock CM Quark kernel (the foundation of all custom ROMs) was compatible with Droid Turbo when it finally got bootloader unlock a YEAR after all the others. Thus all those variants could run the SAME CM/Lineage-based ROMs and have the same TWRP. The dev that succeeded him @BHB27 kept up that tradition.
It started out as one forum, but then the Droid Turbo owners complained because their bootloader was not unlocked and they were tired of seeing all the "development" the other phone were getting. So, the forums were split almost a year after release, and ONE MONTH LATER the Droid Turbo bootloader was unlocked and suddenly they WANTED all that development back! That's where I saw it was a mistake to split forums. It's better to keep them all together so they can share development.
In the same vein, the V30S should NOT have a separate forum. That was an XDA mistake. It's a V30 Joan, just like all other V30 and all V30S should be here. This is where the V30S ROMs are, this is where the V30S TWRP (Joan) is, this is where the WTF bootloader unlock and root is. They should merge the V30S forum with this one and use that space for something else...