Okay so I hate to be "that guy" but I've ordered a H930DS, simply for the raspberry rose, I think it's absolutely stunning, anyway... I know and all of you guys know by now that the chances of the H930DS being added to the bootloader unlock page from LG is probably 0%, so my question is, is anyone currently working on cracking the bootloader, is such a thing possible, or should I just come to terms with the fact, root is never going to be available
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Okay so I hate to be "that guy" but I've ordered a H930DS, simply for the raspberry rose, I think it's absolutely stunning, anyway... I know and all of you guys know by now that the chances of the H930DS being added to the bootloader unlock page from LG is probably 0%, so my question is, is anyone currently working on cracking the bootloader, is such a thing possible, or should I just come to terms with the fact, root is never going to be available
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Come to terms. The guy who is working diligently on the T-Mobile root also has ideas about bootloader unlock, but he's not working on that. He's working on T-Mobile root first.
Bootloader unlock may never happen. It never happened with the 2015 Verizon Droid Turbo 2. That phone was never rooted.
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Come to terms. The guy who is working diligently on the T-Mobile root also has ideas about bootloader unlock, but he's not working on that. He's working on T-Mobile root first.
Bootloader unlock may never happen. It never happened with the 2015 Verizon Droid Turbo 2. That phone was never rooted.
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Yep bootloader hacks just don't happen anymore (for the most part). These carriers who lock them aren't dumb anymore and it just doesn't happen like it used to. If you care about root buy a universally development friendly device like a pixel or 1+.
I stopped rooting and making ROMs right before the V20 came out and at first I thought it was gonna drive me nuts but it didn't. I don't miss constantly wiping, restoring, finding work arounds for things that broke, etc just so I could move the clock to the center of the status bar! I have theming which is more than enough for me.
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Yep bootloader hacks just don't happen anymore (for the most part). These carriers who lock them aren't dumb anymore and it just doesn't happen like it used to. If you care about root buy a universally development friendly device like a pixel or 1+.
I stopped rooting and making ROMs right before the V20 came out and at first I thought it was gonna drive me nuts but it didn't. I don't miss constantly wiping, restoring, finding work arounds for things that broke, etc just so I could move the clock to the center of the status bar! I have theming which is more than enough for me.
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It's just a shame too see a unlocked and unbranded variant to still be locked down, but I knew that before I bought it so it's on me, I just couldn't resist that raspberry rose lol, and yeah I can completely relate to that, atleast I'll still have substratum through andromeda, thanks for the replies :good:
This might sound like a bit of a stretch, but would it be possible to get a refund because it's not fit for purpose? Not sure about the rest of you, but living in Australia, we have strong consumer protections, and from my understanding, if an item is knowingly sold with a feature that is advertised, yet absent in the consumer product without any amendments (in this case Bootloader unlock), then TECHNICALLY that's false advertising right? So on that basis, would it be possible to obtain a FFP refund from LG?
Why have the button that's so obvious in Settings > Developer Options, and clearly marked "Allow the device to be OEM unlocked", when you can't actually unlock it? It sounds petty, but I feel like I've been swindled.
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This might sound like a bit of a stretch, but would it be possible to get a refund because it's not fit for purpose? Not sure about the rest of you, but living in Australia, we have strong consumer protections, and from my understanding, if an item is knowingly sold with a feature that is advertised, yet absent in the consumer product without any amendments (in this case Bootloader unlock), then TECHNICALLY that's false advertising right? So on that basis, would it be possible to obtain a FFP refund from LG?
Why have the button that's so obvious in Settings > Developer Options, and clearly marked "Allow the device to be OEM unlocked", when you can't actually unlock it? It sounds petty, but I feel like I've been swindled.
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Agree with you there. I've got the H933 and it's frustrating that they include the option, but prevent you from unlocking the bootloader. I'd love to add a couple features... Like tying the notification volume level to the ringer volume level (why the -bleep- would you want your text message notification to play louder than the ringer anyway?!?!?) Or the ability to incorporate your memory card with the internal system memory, since the card goes in the same slot as your SIM card, and you have to basically render the phone portion useless to change the memory card in the phone...
Never understood why they do things this way...
But that OEM bootloader unlock option has been in Android since Lollipop (late 2014). Everyone knows it doesn't do anything IF the carrier/OEM doesn't want it to do anything.
LG and Motorola have bootloader unlock websites where you get a code to unlock the bootloader.
Problem is LG won't preemptively list those phones. They only get put on the list AFTER the carriers have had the chance to fleece their customers. Usually it's the no-carrier open market variants, but for the open market LG US998, they never finished the process. They put in the IMEI for the open market LG US998 V30 (and NEVER announced it) and still haven't put in the IMEI for the US998 V30+.
What's the chance we get something like a temporary root exploit like there was with the V20?
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What's the chance we get something like a temporary root exploit like there was with the V20?
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For the H930DS?... Very slim at the moment if not impossible, I remain optimistic but to put it bluntly, don't hold your breath
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For the H930DS?... Very slim at the moment if not impossible, I remain optimistic but to put it bluntly, don't hold your breath
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Yes, although mine is H930D, but it's the same bull****. I really hope someone comes with a similar exploit, but I realize chances are pretty slim.
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Yes, although mine is H930D, but it's the same bull****. I really hope someone comes with a similar exploit, but I realize chances are pretty slim.
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H930D is the H930DS bro
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H930D is the H930DS bro
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Yeah, I said it's the same lol
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Yeah, I said it's the same lol
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You put "yes, although mine is H930D"
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You put "yes, although mine is H930D"
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"... But it's the same bull****"
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"... But it's the same bull****"
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Lol whatever you say man, anyway yeah, it sucks LG haven't and probably won't add this to the unlock bootloader list, all we can do is hope
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Lol whatever you say man, anyway yeah, it sucks LG haven't and probably won't add this to the unlock bootloader list, all we can do is hope
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Yep, we're in the same boat, we shouldn't fight each other lol. I mean I'm positive that it will never get an official bootloader unlock, I'm only hoping it would get root through some exploit. If it's only a temporary root so we can make some quick system changes, it would be perfect for me.
It still seems highly unlikely.
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Yep, we're in the same boat, we shouldn't fight each other lol. I mean I'm positive that it will never get an official bootloader unlock, I'm only hoping it would get root through some exploit. If it's only a temporary root so we can make some quick system changes, it would be perfect for me.
It still seems highly unlikely.
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If there's one person who can do it then it's runningnak3d but he's currently working on the V20 then plans to do the V30 H932 I believe, not sure if he has any interest in doing any other variants
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If there's one person who can do it then it's runningnak3d but he's currently working on the V20 then plans to do the V30 H932 I believe, not sure if he has any interest in doing any other variants
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If he actually manages to break in the H932, that should probably kick start the other variants too.
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If he actually manages to break in the H932, that should probably kick start the other variants too.
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The H932 bootloader can be unlocked and has been but ADB is crippled, so it's completely different, I think he plans to work on the H932 for the fact that it's unlockable, with the H930DS it's locked so I doubt he has any plans for us unfortunately
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The H932 bootloader can be unlocked and has been but ADB is crippled, so it's completely different, I think he plans to work on the H932 for the fact that it's unlockable, with the H930DS it's locked so I doubt he has any plans for us unfortunately
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Oh, you're right, I completely forgot about that. :/
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Not sure if bootloader is being worked on or are people actually waiting for lg to make good on their rumor to open bootloader back in august? I bet their lying just so devs dont work on it. Lokie as a middle appetizer would be great.
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Not sure if bootloader is being worked on or are people actually waiting for lg to make good on their rumor to open bootloader back in august? I bet their lying just so devs dont work on it. Lokie as a middle appetizer would be great.
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Really???
Nobody is waiting for LG since the unlock would not apply to Verizon.
Their vs. They're. Contraction.
ALso the devs aren't going to release a Loki exploit since it requires them to stop work on trying to unlock the bootloader.
Just chill.
Moderator, can you close this ridiculous thread?
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Not sure if bootloader is being worked on or are people actually waiting for lg to make good on their rumor to open bootloader back in august? I bet their lying just so devs dont work on it. Lokie as a middle appetizer would be great.
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Perhaps do a bit of reading/searching before you post. If you had done so you would have found a couple different threads regarding LG no longer unlocking bootloaders as well as info about the progress of the developers working on unlocking/exploiting it.
This video should explain everything you need to know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmvCpR45LKA
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Really???
Nobody is waiting for LG since the unlock would not apply to Verizon.
Their vs. They're. Contraction.
ALso the devs aren't going to release a Loki exploit since it requires them to stop work on trying to unlock the bootloader.
Just chill.
Moderator, can you close this ridiculous thread?
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Perhaps do a bit of reading/searching before you post. If you had done so you would have found a couple different threads regarding LG no longer unlocking bootloaders as well as info about the progress of the developers working on unlocking/exploiting it.
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This video should explain everything you need to know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmvCpR45LKA
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Lol guys quit it. Just report thread that's all. Reported
Pretty sure LG was behind 9/11, too! (JK - For the record).
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Pretty sure LG was behind 9/11, too! (JK - For the record).
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Bermuda Triangle and Elvis.....
Lol. Conspiracy theory as it was stated...aka borderline bs Or borderline truth. Perhaps if I searched a little more? Lol thanks for the advise, lemme give you some advise to the last ti!me you bought a lottery ticket all you had to do was buy one more to hit the jackpot, don't be so cheap next time,
Ill just shut up and wait for mtv's next big hit....nerd bully beat down. Lol
LG G3 bootloader was an inside job!
When I was awaiting the unlock of the Galaxy S3 bootloader, the devs working on it had a thread they use to collaborate with each other on information about the bootloader. I couldn't tell you who is working on the G3 bootloader unlock.
I'm all for a good conspiracy, but this one is pushing it.
Its a forum. Especially since xda doesn't have one labeled "funny bone then "genearal"....here we are. Good joke comments to all posters with that lighter side. Not much talk about boot loader except cash to the guy when it comes out. Sorry I have not signed up as a donor to bootcrack but that doesn't mean I won't send one. Now as far as a conspiracy....chalk it up to a sketchy sense of humor. What I was attempting to do was stir the pot for a "on my way to the game" fix.... Oh look its lokie!
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LG G3 bootloader was an inside job!
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Yeah and your moms codename was deep throat..Lol
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Not sure if bootloader is being worked on or are people actually waiting for lg to make good on their rumor to open bootloader back in august? I bet their lying just so devs dont work on it. Lokie as a middle appetizer would be great.
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Regardless of if you think they are working on it or not, creating this thread is incredibly disrespectful to the people who are working on it. What exactly do they stand to gain by lieing to us? A lot less then if they were to unlock it.
Maybe next time you should WAIT to buy the phone until they do unlock it. ESPECIALLY if you have Verizon, cause with them, there is no guarantee. Hence the reason I'm sending this from an s4 and not a G3.
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Pretty sure LG was behind 9/11, too! (JK - For the record).
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The original post was disrespectful. But you managed to take it to a new level. Joking or not, you should be ashamed of yourself. There's just certain places you don't take things, this is deffinitly one of them.
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Regardless of if you think they are working on it or not, creating this thread is incredibly disrespectful to the people who are working on it. What exactly do they stand to gain by lieing to us? A lot less then if they were to unlock it.
Maybe next time you should WAIT to buy the phone until they do unlock it. ESPECIALLY if you have Verizon, cause with them, there is no guarantee. Hence the reason I'm sending this from an s4 and not a G3.
The original post was disrespectful. But you managed to take it to a new level. Joking or not, you should be ashamed of yourself. There's just certain places you don't take things, this is deffinitly one of them.
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The liars were the "LG corporate devs" who announced an unlocker. Not our forum devs. I've always had respect for all and even more for the devs. I feel my post was not nor was it intended to be disrespectful to devs. I had read that they had lokie as an alternative incase they couldn't unlock. Throw us something to play with for the time being was all I said and am still saying. Yours and a few others are just a misinterpretation of my views and intentions. Sorry your mad. I'm also mad I'm going through chemo. And I have nothing to do but sit in this hospital chair playing with my locked phone that the fund raiser donated to me that I did not choose myself. Sorry for the inconvience.
i can see op's point. nothing has been proved that they are working or close to anything on g3. we saw a twrp photo of a g3 (supposedly verizon g3) but honestly i am concerned the g3 wont see safestrap/loki/recovery etc i have lost all faith
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i can see op's point. nothing has been proved that they are working or close to anything on g3. we saw a twrp photo of a g3 (supposedly verizon g3) but honestly i am concerned the g3 wont see safestrap/loki/recovery etc i have lost all faith
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Lol really? Read the bounty thread once in awhile
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Lol really? Read the bounty thread once in awhile
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ok that proves nothing
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ok that proves nothing
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You got your head in the sand kid
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You got your head in the sand kid
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find me a post that proves they have a lead on unlocking bootloader?
not somebody just talking actually photo proof or something........
I have a HTC one m8 now
The xda Forum of the m8 is very active and it´s possible to unlock every HTC with HTCs help.
I´m very interesstet in the new Lg g5 as my new device but i want to install custom roms and maybe other stuff, when i look in the forum of the v10 it looks not very good.
When i look in the Lg g4 forum the developer Support looks not bad.
So maybe someone can say something about the developer support of LG nowdays ?
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So maybe someone can say something about the developer support of LG nowdays ?
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I have the same question. After 4 years, the glass of my Galaxy Sii finally broke :crying: So I was looking at the S7 Edge to replace it, but here in Europe we get the Exynos version which is a no-go for custom ROMs. And because custom ROMs doubled the life of my Sii, I really want another phone that has good developer support.
There is of course the Nexus 6p, which seems to have a billion ROMs already. But I find it a bit large. The LG G5 looks great, with more memory and a faster chipset. Good developer support would be another bonus.
G3 onwards, nonexistent. G4 was lucky enough to have an unlocked boot loader for two versions of the phone (815/811), so it has a small development scene. The V10 however didn't receive the same treatment and is essentially dead in the water in regards to development. With LG's extremely vague stance of factory unlocking boot loaders and their extremely locked down phones the G5 might end up the same, only time will tell.
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G3 onwards, nonexistent. G4 was lucky enough to have an unlocked boot loader for two versions of the phone (815/811), so it has a small development scene. The V10 however didn't receive the same treatment and is essentially dead in the water in regards to development. With LG's extremely vague stance of factory unlocking boot loaders and their extremely locked down phones the G5 might end up the same, only time will tell.
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Sadly true.....
I have the G3 for almost 2 years now, luckily devs found a way to "bump" it allowing for root, custom recovery ...etc! thus a fair amount of action in development
Really interested in G4 H818P (dual sim) but since it's not among the models officially unlockable and none managed to hack it (despite somewhat hefty bounty) that renders it significantly unattractive.... some of just can't do stock
It's a shame LG has such none dev-friendly policy
It's been getting worse, just like Samsung. If you have a carrier-branded phone like Verizon, you can forget any real development.
It get worst by the release. As you have said, you took a look at the v10...that is a prime example of lg.
Looks like a no-go for me then....I was so sold on the G5...
Samsung S7 appears to be in bootloader lockdownville, ruling it out for me.
I'm now looking at the G5. If this also joins the town of locked bootloaders, I'll stick with my G4.
Then I'll perhaps jump off the original Jump ship, since I won't be upgrading that much, and go with squaretrade or similar, saving much need $ in the process.
In this case I will probably go for htc 10. I'm not in any hurry so we'll see.
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In this case I will probably go for htc 10. I'm not in any hurry so we'll see.
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Is HTC development still friendly these days? I remember you could officially unlock the bootloader on M7. How is it now? I like HTC phones too. Still use my M7.
A quick search indicates that unlocked A9 was bootloader unlockable and dev friendly. Looking like HTC 10 may be my next phone then.... I was so fascinated by G5. Darn! Some things are not meant to be.
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Is HTC development still friendly these days? I remember you could officially unlock the bootloader on M7. How is it now? I like HTC phones too. Still use my M7.
A quick search indicates that unlocked A9 was bootloader unlockable and dev friendly. Looking like HTC 10 may be my next phone then.... I was so fascinated by G5. Darn! Some things are not meant to be.
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Like I said I'm in no hurry by the time I end up getting the new phone the g5 will probably be doing just fine development wise. I love my lg nexus 5 so much I just might end up waiting for the next nexus supposedly by htc.
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In this case I will probably go for htc 10. I'm not in any hurry so we'll see.
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I think it will be not so easy. HTC will unlock the device bit remain S-on. So it must wait and pay for s-off (SunShine). Sony has also officianal unlock, but you lost the drm key forever (few sony app does not work) so you have to wait the unofficianal drm fix. Xiaomi has also locked bootloader, and the unlock not so simple. samsung locked the snapdragon and exynos has few difficulties. Who remain?Lg?Nexus?chinese phones?
Maybe the android developing will die?
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I think it will be not so easy. HTC will unlock the device bit remain S-on. So it must wait and pay for s-off (SunShine). Sony has also officianal unlock, but you lost the drm key forever (few sony app does not work) so you have to wait the unofficianal drm fix. Xiaomi has also locked bootloader, and the unlock not so simple. samsung locked the snapdragon and exynos has few difficulties. Who remain?Lg?Nexus?chinese phones?
Maybe the android developing will die?
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Man you've made your homework...
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G3 onwards, nonexistent. G4 was lucky enough to have an unlocked boot loader for two versions of the phone (815/811), so it has a small development scene. The V10 however didn't receive the same treatment and is essentially dead in the water in regards to development. With LG's extremely vague stance of factory unlocking boot loaders and their extremely locked down phones the G5 might end up the same, only time will tell.
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That will either make or break my purchase
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I think it will be not so easy. HTC will unlock the device bit remain S-on. So it must wait and pay for s-off (SunShine). Sony has also officianal unlock, but you lost the drm key forever (few sony app does not work) so you have to wait the unofficianal drm fix. Xiaomi has also locked bootloader, and the unlock not so simple. samsung locked the snapdragon and exynos has few difficulties. Who remain?Lg?Nexus?chinese phones?
Maybe the android developing will die?
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This really is not so far from the truth. When I bought a S4 (first android), it was a cinch manipulate it and it was an AT&T variant (the google play edition rom made it easy too). Then...G2, M8, N5, OPO, N6, G3, etc. ...I was hooked...this was easy, just watch the carrier variants and unlocking/rooting/rom'ing was easy street. What was an iPhone...why did I ever own one, etc. etc.
Well, 2014 started to suck and then 2015 REALLY sucked...the post quad core era zomg! Besides a N6p / MXPE...there is some really sucky quality about every other hackable android unit out there in many respects practically from 2015 (g4 - limited dev'ing if at all US domestic, m9 - hot (doomed) 810 but better control now, OPT - need drivers!, s6 - exynos so TW roms or bust).
Then we start 2016...S7 locked for Samsung Pay (for now?)...not a good start. I am an optimist and hope the G5 and the M10 are able to be unlocked and we can unleash the power of the SD 820. The era of stable octacore is here, hopefully our beloved devs can take full advantage of it!
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That will either make or break my purchase
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Yes. We will have to wait and see what time says will happen.
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Samsung S7 appears to be in bootloader lockdownville, ruling it out for me.
I'm now looking at the G5. If this also joins the town of locked bootloaders, I'll stick with my G4.
Then I'll perhaps jump off the original Jump ship, since I won't be upgrading that much, and go with squaretrade or similar, saving much need $ in the process.
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Of course you could wait for LG G6
Any one trying to root this phone?
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Any one trying to root this phone?
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I was just looking for this same thing. I ran across a website that shows it can be done, don't know how valid this is though.
Bright future
It seems the G6 is poised for a bright future if it just catches on...
Samsung always takes the cake though
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Samsung always takes the cake though
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I'm wondering if anybody plans on root at all in the future before buying this phone. Don't want it if there's no development on it!
There's nothing. Which is a shame because I would be rocking this thing already
This is the first phone I have gotten that I don't have the need to root
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I like to have AdAway, Folder Mount, Quick Boot, and Xprivacy, which need root.
The lack of root is the only thing keeping me from getting this with the Best Buy deal
Best buy deal was too good to pass up and I got one for a family member coming from an ancient Galaxy S3. Really hoping we see root.
Glad I'm not the only one. I traded in for the V20 but it has to be shipped first and I'd much rather keep the G6.. Awesome phone.
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Best buy deal was too good to pass up and I got one for a family member coming from an ancient Galaxy S3. Really hoping we see root.
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I really want to get it, but the complete lack of discussion about it tells me it's not happening anytime soon.
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I really want to get it, but the complete lack of discussion about it tells me it's not happening anytime soon.
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Agreed. I feel like nothing will ever get root again on verizon unless you buy an unlocked phone for a ton of money or a last year model on swappa - but I always buy new.
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Agreed. I feel like nothing will ever get root again on verizon unless you buy an unlocked phone for a ton of money or a last year model on swappa - but I always buy new.
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I don't know what changed. It seems like there's a new push to lock down Android, it might have to do with Android Pay. It's really a shame. I don't understand the lack of people looking for exploits. Maybe they just aren't posting about it like they used to.
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I don't know what changed. It seems like there's a new push to lock down Android, it might have to do with Android Pay. It's really a shame. I don't understand the lack of people looking for exploits. Maybe they just aren't posting about it like they used to.
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Google has created nearly as much of a "walled-garden" as Apple have. Clearly the "security" concerns of the extreme few have caused quite a panic and nearly all of the major manufacturers have locked down their bootloaders and exploits are being punished legally in some cases. Crazy considering it is all based around "open source" code.
VZW is by far the worse offender and I am only on their network because the others all suck in my area. Not that it matters anymore since practically none of them have rootable devices. Unfortunately the best bet this year is the headphone jackless HTC U11 for a whopping $650 for the unlocked, bootloader mod-allowed version.
Has any one tried Kingo Root?
https://www.kingoapp.com/bootloader-unlock/how-to-unlock-lg-bootloader-on-android-device.htm
I may look into it later this week. I have a few things to try.
What a shame. This phone is fantastic, the LG V20 just showed up for me to pick up and I find myself reluctant to pick it up. I know it has root, as I roofed it for my boyfriend, after extreme difficulty it worked but all the custom ROMs for it made it where he can't receive texts or calls. Haven't gone looking for the fix yet. I may wait.
Crossing my fingers at the above post. You'd be my saving Grace. (;
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Oh and for KingORoot, you need to ask for the OEM unlock code through LG but this phone isn't apart of their available devices. Exploit please!
I fixed his V20, now is rooted with custom ROM and calling and text officially work. Is it enough for me to give up my G6 for root? Still reluctant. Yes, that's how good it is.
Autoprime just posted in the main G6 dev area, it sounds like he is doing a bit of poking at the platform.
It doesn't directly help vs988, but any sign of an experienced developer working the G6 is great.
The device is VERY affordable for the price of $49.99.. with a number port or new line of service..
Some Dealers are even giving it away free with a new line of service.
But.. this device overall draws No Interest even though you get some decent features for a decent price.
Maybe it's because there is no way to revert it back to stock for the foreseeable future for warranty issues or upgrades.. maybe it's having to look at that Warning message everytime you boot up once you unlock the bootloader.. I don't know.
But.. for $49.99 who cares? The Stylo 3+ will do rooted stock with Xposed and some modules.
The Moto E4 / G5s lines along with Xiaomi seem to be your best bet for sub $200.00 devices with a plethora of support.
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This phone isn't $50. It's over $200. I agree, though. We do need a dev who can work on Lineage. I'm actually fine with the stock ROM for now.
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AidenSurvival said:
This phone isn't $50. It's over $200. I agree, though.
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I Hate To Be The Bearer Of Bad News...
But.. with MetroPCS you can port over a number from another carrier.. and Yes.. you can get the LG Stylo 3 Plus for just $49.99.. plus 1 Month's service and Tax based on the retail price.. ( If applicable in your state ) so.. if you paid over $200.00.. well I don't know what to say..
RaiderWill said:
I Hate To Be The Bearer Of Bad News...
But.. with MetroPCS you can port over a number from another carrier.. and Yes.. you can get the LG Stylo 3 Plus for just $49.99.. plus 1 Month's service and Tax based on the retail price.. ( If applicable in your state ) so.. if you paid over $200.00.. well I don't know what to say..
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You've never had T-Mobile postpaid. T-Mobile has price discrimination. So, $9/month. or $220 total
Really?
AidenSurvival said:
You've never had T-Mobile postpaid. T-Mobile has price discrimination. So, $9/month. or $220 total
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I Sorry You Were Not Informed Of My Past Purchases....
But... Let me direct your attention to the attached picture below...
You See.... I HAVE HAD T-MOBILE POSTPAID... again, sorry no one informed you of that BEFORE you presumed to know my past.
And... Please.. correct me if I'm wrong.. but I do believe the specifications of the T-Mobile variant and the MetroPCS variant are EXACTLY the same.. again I may be off a spec or two..
Bottom line is.. basically the same device.. Using The Same Towers and one cost $225.00 and the other $49.99.
Frankly, I don't care if my bill is paid 30 days prior of 40 days post...... as long as it's paid.
So.. I'll just keep my MetroPCS variant and use the $170.00 or so savings on other things.
Sorry off subject.
Has anyone successfully flash factory firmware in case of soft brick? For warrenty issues any sucees in custom recovery then bootloader lock in cause one would like to avoid warrenty by unlocking boot loader?
I purchased as second phone. Willing to develop if there is a way to relock bootloader, if there is such a thing. I haven't had time for development since the LG V10
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GraphMatix said:
Sorry off subject.
Has anyone successfully flash factory firmware in case of soft brick? For warrenty issues any sucees in custom recovery then bootloader lock in cause one would like to avoid warrenty by unlocking boot loader?
I purchased as second phone. Willing to develop if there is a way to relock bootloader, if there is such a thing. I haven't had time for development since the LG V10
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Hello.. And Welcome To The Party..
Unfortunately, there is no "Stock Factory Firmware" ( a.k.a. KDZ in LG lingo..) I just called LG on this matter yesterday.. and inquired out of curiosity as to when it might be released.. No E.T.A. whatsoever.
Just for kicks.. I inquired about the security patch still being of the April variety.. again, no answer as to when that will be updated as well..
But when it comes to the security patch.. it really does not matter when you unlock your boot loader.. that action alone Opens The Door... to Malware and any other violation you can think of when it comes to Jacking You Up.
That's why companies frown upon having a boot loader with the ability to be unlocked.. they don't want you coming back to them crying with a compromised or bricked device.
Personally, I like the way Motorola / Lenovo does it... and if I ran a company it's certainly the way that I would do it.. Keep it stock, and we have you covered.. or, wave your warranty and they give you the code to unlock your boot loader.. Then You Are On Your Own.. and they have a record of you ASKING to wave your warranty.. and that gives them the right to Refuse fixing your goof ups.
I understand we need to start emailing LG so that they released the firmware we didn't was the LG K10 and now every variant of it has been rooted has TWRP and all firmwares are available.
What about using something like LG up or uppercut to extract the firmware from my stock LG Stylo 3 plus?
I don't have the time two develop, or full knowledge on what is needed to be done for LG MP450.
I'm debating on going back to Metro and just picking up the Stylo 2 plus considering developers are already working on it. Resurrection and lineage are released for Stylo 2. Also there are already released for the LG K-10 not sure what variant you're using I use MetroPCS so mine would be the ms428.
I don't really see any hardware specs that are better on the Stylo 3 than the Stylo 2 other than the internal memory but my goal is to use my 128 GB SDXC card. I can partition some of it to be adaptable another partition to be storage (FAT32) and two other partitions for link2sd and Swapper (EXT4) and lastly swap.
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GraphMatix said:
we need to start emailing LG so that they released the firmware we didn't was the LG K10
I don't have full knowledge on what is needed to be done for LG MP450.
I'm debating on going back to Metro and just picking up the Stylo 2 plus considering developers are already working on it..
I don't really see any hardware specs that are better on the Stylo 3 than the Stylo 2 other than the internal memory.
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LG will release the firmware at some point... Actually, the stock firmware runs just fine.. I have not seen any glitches.. even when I had 100% of LG's setup installed. I'm down to about 30% factory and 70% personal and I'm getting 12+ hours of S.O.T. ( I posted some pics in another thread ) I don't think LG is in a rush.. there is nothing terribly wrong.. "If It Ain't Broke...."
If it's a bunch of ROM's you are looking for... you picked the wrong phone. by the time there is a choice of ROM's there will be a whole new choice of phones to choose from..
The Moto G5s Plus comes to mind.. if you look at the INCREDIBLE support the G5 Plus has ( I owned one but the 5.2 inch screen was just a little too small for me ) Just wait until the G5s Plus with it's 5000 maH battery and 5.5 inch screen and $129.00 price has a few months under it's belt.. it will be "The" bang for the buck device to own if you enjoy Root & ROM's..
Guys is this device has a front flash ?
techboy11 said:
I'm not quite sure what you're asking mate? I don't believe this phone has a front flash for the camera, but I just got mine yesterday so I haven't tried it yet.
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So, let me start off by saying, I'm a hobbyist developer myself. Haven't posted a lot (if at all, to my closest friends) things that I've done for the many Android phones I've owned in the past. I just happen to grab this interesting device yesterday in Canada. Looking at this thread in particular, I don't believe this would be a form of motivation for me to start developing anything for this phone publicly, whether it be for the requested Metro PCS "cheaper" model, or what have you.
The OP seems to suggest that most developers can't afford phones, which I personally find offensive, as I work my butt off to go through as many phones as I do/have. Sure, I've seen a few, which I find them to be genuine and supportive of their work, I've never minded supporting.
This thread also feels like most "ETA??" threads that I've seen for even more popular phones I've had, such as my beloved recent Nexus 6P.
All in all, this is just my two cents. I'll keep following and lurking around to see if someone decides to work out something for the Stylo. I've never owned the Stylo variant of LG phones before, and so far I love it as just stock, which is a very new (and good) feeling for me.
~Cheers
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Yes i meant the front camera flash, on gsmarena is mentioned that it have a front flash that's why i wanted to make sure.
messi2050 said:
Yes i meant the front camera flash, on gsmarena is mentioned that it have a front flash that's why i wanted to make sure.
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Just tried it man and yeah, it totally does. Pretty bright, too. Blinded myself at 8 in the morning. hahaha :laugh: :good:
techboy11 said:
Just tried it man and yeah, it totally does. Pretty bright, too. Blinded myself at 8 in the morning. hahaha :laugh: :good:
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Great :laugh:
One or two slightly antagonistic posts removed.. hopefully we can move on.
Mike
nvm
just got this phone today so if any devs ever pick up please contact me if you need testers.
No I'm actually happy with the phone I don't need a bunch of ROMs. I'm comfortable with unlocking the bootloader and flashing stock. My only concern was through MetroPCS they have the phone replacement program if something happens to your phone you pay the deductible and get a new one. I know that unlocking the bootloader blow void the warranty not sure how that works with paying the $6 a month in case the phone is lost or stolen.
I would actually like to start developing on my own again. Although I've been out of the game for a few years I know I can get back into it fairly easily. Because of my circumstances I am going to stick with the LG Stylo 3 plus from Metro PCS. As of now I disable any OTA updates I have yet to unlock Bootloader install custom recovery and root phone.
I am paying for the $6 a month extra to replace phone if lost or stolen. Or if during the process of development I broke it and I can say it was lost or stolen. I do like the phone. Thank you so much for being around hopefully within the next day or two I can grab my sisters laptop and install custom recovery, root, ROM is available. And go from there
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Is there any way I can get the stock firmware?
The device is VERY affordable for the price of $49.99.. with a number port or new line of service..
Some Dealers are even giving it away free with a new line of service.
But.. this device overall draws No Interest even though you get some decent features for a decent price.
Maybe it's because there is no way to revert it back to stock for the foreseeable future for warranty issues or upgrades.. maybe it's having to look at that Warning message everytime you boot up once you unlock the bootloader.. I don't know.
But.. for $49.99 who cares? The Stylo 3+ will do rooted stock with Xposed and some modules.
The Moto E4 / G5s lines along with Xiaomi seem to be your best bet for sub $200.00 devices with a plethora of support.
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as a kdz is out, i started creating the tree
Absolutely zero support...so bad decision that i took this phone. ... No bootloader unlock method...no TWRP or anyother custom recovery. No root... its so bad...
Ofc, because s20 is coming
And I don't think there will be any development
DrPras said:
Absolutely zero support...so bad decision that i took this phone. ... No bootloader unlock method...no TWRP or anyother custom recovery. No root... its so bad...
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Is the bootloader locked? Did you try to unlock it with S10 method?
ExtremeGrief said:
Is the bootloader locked? Did you try to unlock it with S10 method?
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Nope...didn't tried...too risky and too much effort is needed and need to do everything from scratch after each updates too
DrPras said:
Nope...didn't tried...too risky and too much effort is needed and need to do everything from scratch after each updates too
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It is not that hard. Just use instructions from S10. I recommend Max Lee's video.
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Nope...didn't tried...too risky and too much effort is needed and need to do everything from scratch after each updates too
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the bootloader is locked? OEM switch for unlocking option exist, can be activated?
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w41ru5 said:
the bootloader is locked? OEM switch for unlocking option exist, can be activated?
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yes and yes
freakysands said:
yes and yes
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Oh, danke
It's still need to wait some time to get it active?
So there's hope, at least the bootloader can be unlocked.
For those who have the guts, maybe it'll be possible to try debloating, if someone wants a less cluttered phone.
I'm interested also in this phone.
Also, I think it's a matter of time until some devs get more news about this bootloader unlockable capabilities.
Patience is a rewarding virtue :silly:
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Oh, danke
It's still need to wait some time to get it active?
So there's hope, at least the bootloader can be unlocked.
For those who have the guts, maybe it'll be possible to try debloating, if someone wants a less cluttered phone.
I'm interested also in this phone.
Also, I think it's a matter of time until some devs get more news about this bootloader unlockable capabilities.
Patience is a rewarding virtue :silly:
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Coming from oneplus series...they release the bootloader unlock on almost same day and TWRP and root will be available next day...here i almost waited a full month...still nothing...thinking about selling this and waiting for oneplus or something which have a good developer support
This phone is a tarted up budget phone, no "enthusiast" is going to bother with ROMs, it's not worth it. I have one, and it's one budget-ass phone, screen size and battery are the only things that make it vaguely worth buying. For the same price you can get a S10+ which is a much, much better phone in all respects.
The glasstic back is horrible (mine is even peeling off near the camera, great stuff for a week old phone), the cameras are pretty weak, earpiece volume is poor at best, and having to use an anctive headphone jack sort of sucks.
As for debloating, I just use Package Disabler Pro, same as all my Samsungs, and had no problems. Yes, it costs a few £, and yes it sometimes stops working, but when it does work it's a great job.
Not at all impressed with the phone at all.
It so sad that Samsung is really going down the ****ter with enthusiasts. Locked bootloaders and hardly any 3rd party developer interest makes all of Samsung's line less desirable. I guess Samsung is only interested in being the Apple of Android phones.
MethodMan said:
It so sad that Samsung is really going down the ****ter with enthusiasts. Locked bootloaders and hardly any 3rd party developer interest makes all of Samsung's line less desirable. I guess Samsung is only interested in being the Apple of Android phones.
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S10 lite has unlockable bootloader
ExtremeGrief said:
S10 lite has unlockable bootloader
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Can it be unlocked without tripping Knox?
MethodMan said:
Can it be unlocked without tripping Knox?
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No that is impossible on every phone, but its not like you need warranty anyway.
MethodMan said:
It so sad that Samsung is really going down the ****ter with enthusiasts. Locked bootloaders and hardly any 3rd party developer interest makes all of Samsung's line less desirable. I guess Samsung is only interested in being the Apple of Android phones.
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At least Apple Care about their OS updates
join this tg group https://t.me/joinchat/FrDuSBgUxDGSZ1vVmej7fw , im currently working on something
Vaughnn said:
join this tg group https://t.me/joinchat/FrDuSBgUxDGSZ1vVmej7fw , im currently working on something
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Hey, I have joined. Can you please tell what are you working on?
DrPras said:
Absolutely zero support...so bad decision that i took this phone. ... No bootloader unlock method...no TWRP or anyother custom recovery. No root... its so bad...
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I would be glad to help you guys but I don't have the device.
you can see my git for my contributions.
https://GitHub.com/iamsaalim
MethodMan said:
It so sad that Samsung is really going down the ****ter with enthusiasts. Locked bootloaders and hardly any 3rd party developer interest makes all of Samsung's line less desirable. I guess Samsung is only interested in being the Apple of Android phones.
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There's a problem in your thought process there.
Samsung, or any brand in that case, isnt obliged to offer you 3rd party support.
Roms are being cooked by amateur hobbiests, enthausiasts or side projects for people working in IT. This has nothing to do with samsung and does not affect its "desirableness" at all.
The bootloader is not locked. Its secured so idiots cant accidently wipe the device.
If you dont like it, why dont you cook your own rom. Or next time, check XDA first if there's a community activly developing for it if you love rooting so much.
****ting on samsung because you dont understand something is not cool.
Think twice next time before you start to point fingers and blame the wrong people.