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First things first, this guide is made mainly for our great LG G3 D85x. Some steps may or may not work for other phones...
Please note that the results of the following methods may vary. I would advice you don't do this on a daily driver or corporate phone.
Also note that these steps WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK.
For increased chances of these working, update your KDZ to Lollipop first using OTA or Flash Tool.
If you don’t know what rooting, flashing and blah blah blah means, this probably isn’t the thread for you.
I do not own much of this stuff, credit really does go to the folks stated below. Do give them a shoutout!
Enjoy!
Complete guide to all things G3:
NOTE: The chapters are in chronological order, meaning everything after Chapter 2 assumes you already have root and unlock.
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CHAPTER 0: TERMINOLOGY (in my own words)
- Terms
- Tidbit
(To be honest, if you need to even look at this, this thread isn't for you.)
- Root: Gaining full administrative control of your device. "Jailbreaking" in terms of Android.
- ROM: The customized operating system that your Android runs on.
- Kernel: The thingy that links software and hardware
- Radio: The thingy that sends and receives messages, calls and data.
- Flash: Installing a zipped file in Recovery Mode
- Recovery: The software that allows tweaking and flashing, and other weird stuff that will destroy your phone.
- Fastboot: The thingy that allows recovery mode to happen.
- Brick: The term says it all.
- Bootloader: Quite literal; loads the phone for bootup.
- Nandroid backup: A backup-ed image of your current system
- ADB: Android Debug Bridge; some command line tool that sends information from and to the phone to, and from the computer
- CWM: ClockWorkMod; a recovery system
- XDA: The holy website that is full of weird stuff that makes your phone wayyyy better.
Now let's paint a picture:
Imagine you are your Android phone.
Before "rooting", you are trapped in jail.
Upon "rooting and unlocking", you are released from jail.
You go to a shopping mall named "XDA".
You find a credit card lying on the floor from the company "Recovery". On the back, it says there is no passcode required, and there is a infinite amount of money inside.
You enter a store and get a sweatshirt with the word "ROM" on it.
You didn't buy the shirt, the shirt just happens to be free, but still requires you to swipe your credit card anyways.
You keep the receipt as a "backup", just in case the shirt spoils.
Just then, you get greedy and get all the badges in the store.
Stupidly, you pin all the badges on your shirt, turning it as heavy as a "brick".
Then, the shirt rips, unable to put (it rhymes with boot) it back together again.
Luckily you still have the receipt to return the shirt, and return back to your good old disgusting shirt.
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CHAPTER 1: PREREQUISITES
- The newest LG drivers are installed on your computer
- A proper and working Wi-Fi network
- Enable Developer Options
- Enable USB Debugging
- Ensure G3 is charged to at least 50%
- Original and genuine LG G3 in-box USB cable
- Backup all files!
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CHAPTER 2: ESSENTIALS
- Backup
- Root
- Unlock
- TWRP
- Flashing
- Restoring backups
BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
Use “Titanium Backup” batch backup
1. Menu -> Batch
2. Run -> Backup user apps + system data
OR:
Manual Non-Root Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
- Nandroid Backup
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
ROOT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951
(kudos to @avicohh)
1. Connect to your computer and mount MTP
2. Open “LG_One_Click_Root”
3. Press start
4. DONE!
5. To check: Download “Root Checker Basic” or any other app from the Google Play Store
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER + TWRP RECOVERY:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=b007.autorecd855
(kudos to neko_dugacko_ime, bender_007 & ingoljosh)
1. Download the app on the Google Play Store
2. Open the app
3. It should automatically start to do a backup, so you just wait
4. Tap “Flash TWRP”
5. DONE!
6. To check:
a. Turn off the phone
b. Press and hold the ‘Power’ and ‘Volume Down’ keys at the same time once the phone is fully turned off
c. Release the keys once the LG logo appears
OR: Download “Flashify” or any other app from the Google Play Store
OR: (doesn’t apply to everyone) The splash screen’s “powered by android” should appear to be in a smaller font than before
FLASHING:
Clean Flash:
1. Backup your data!
2. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
3. Go into settings and enable “Use Aroma File Manager”
4. Wipe Dalvik, Cache, System & Data
5. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
6. Flash any GApps package. (the one I use: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/gapps-lp-gapps-pa-gapps-aroma-installer-t3010798; kudos to @raulx222 & @slim Team)
7. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
OR:
Dirty Flash: (flashing without wiping anything, used for updating to newer ROMs or reflashing)
1. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
2. ONLY wipe Dalvik Cache
3. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
4. Flash any NEWER GApps package. If you manually installed/updated through Play Store, skip this step.
5. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
6. Reboot
7. DONE!
It is perfectly fine if the first bootup takes a while, that is perfectly normal. Upon boot, Android will optimize itself so just let it do it’s work. Do put the phone under a fan as it does tend to get hot when optimizing since it is at max brightness or some dumb reason.
If it takes ages (like over 5-10mins) to boot up, it means you have luckily bricked your phone! Do source the XDA indices for any unbricking tutorial, or keep a lookout for an update on this page for instructions. (I don’t have any/don’t need to find any as I have never bricked any Android, so ya.)
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DO NOT dirty flash if your newer ROM:
- Doesn't allow/support it
- Has a major update
- Has a Android version jump (e.g. from Lollipop to M)
- Is a totally different ROM from the previous one (e.g. from Stock to Cyanogenmod)
If after dirty flashing you experience any ROM issues (e.g. battery drain, lag etc.), I would advice you to do a clean flash instead.
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RESTORING BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
1. Use “Titanium Backup” batch restore
2. Menu -> Batch
3. Run -> Restore missing apps with data (*NOTE*: DO NOT RESTORE SYSTEM DATA)
4. Once done, go to Backup/Restore on the main app interface
5. Restore manually: Calendar Storage, Internet Bookmarks, Messaging SMS/MMS Prefs, Phone SMS/MMS/APN, User Dictionary, Wi-Fi Access Points**
6. Launcher Settings: (assuming you use Nova Launcher) Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
**What can I manually restore?**
Red: DO NOT RESTORE, YOU’LL END UP BRICKING/BOOTLOOPING YOUR PHONE!!!
White: 99% safe, go ahead
Green: 70% safe, beware of potential brick
Grey Stirkethrough: DO NOT RESTORE
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OR:
Manual Restoration Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
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CHAPTER 3: ADDITIONS
- ROM Index
- XPosed
- Boot Animation
- G4 Apps Port
- G4 Weather Widget*
- TWRP Recovery Theme
- ExoPlayer for YouTube
- Ad-free
- Control
- Multi Window
- Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
- ROMs Dual Booting
- Task Management
ROM INDEX:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2772658
(kudos to @benkxda)
XPOSED FRAMEWORK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
(kudos to @rovo89)
1. Download “xposed-sdk21-arm-2015xxxx.zip” and flash in recovery
2. Download “XposedInstaller_3.0-xxxx.apk” and install normally
3. Download your favourite modules from the XDA indices
4. Open Titanium Backup app and freeze “LG QuickCover”
5. DONE!
BOOT ANIMATION:
6.x Marshmallow:
https://www.copy.com/s/t%3A83YzqkU0VlAHdSsY%3Bp%3A%252Fbootanimation-flashable.zip%3Boid%3A400
(kudos to @Upstreammiami)
(flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old”
5. Download “bootanimation-flashable..zip” and flash in recovery
6. DONE!
5.x Lollipop:
(if not flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old” and “shutdownanimation.old” respectively
5. Copy your boot animation and shutdown animation of choice and rename to “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” respectively
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r-T (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner, Sticky)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
G4 Apps Port
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/lg-g4-apps-t3102687
(kudos to @LastStandingDroid)
G4's Camera App Port
1. Download "6. LGCameraApp.zip" and "8. LGCamera swap fix camera_config.xml" to your device
2. Extract "LGCameraApp.zip"
3. Download “Root Explorer” app
4. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGCameraApp
5. Mount R/W
6. Change “LGCameraApp.apk” to “LGCameraApp.old”
7. Copy the downloaded "LGCameraApp.apk" to this location
8. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
9. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGCameraApp/lib/arm
10. Change all 5 ".so" files to ".old" except "libVDBeautyShotAPI-jni.so"
11. Copy all 5 downloaded ".so" files to this location.
12. Change permissions of all 5 ".so" files to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
13. Go to root/system/etc
14. Change "camera_config.xml" to "camera_config.old"
15. Copy the downloaded "camera_config.xml" to this location
16. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
17. Mount R/O
18. Reboot
19. DONE!
**for G4's Weather Widget, refer to #Post 2 below!**
TWRP Recovery Theme
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/theme-twrp-materialised-dark-light-play-t2915584
(kudos to @z31s1g)
1. Choose 1440x2560 Themes Folder
2. Download your chosen zip file to your device
3. Change "28xX_vx_1440_xxxx.zip" to "ui.zip"
4. Open your favourite file manager app
5. Go to the TWRP folder
6. Create a folder named "theme" **no capital letters!**
7. Copy "ui.zip" into this folder
8. Reboot to recovery
9. DONE!
Faster YouTube: ExoPlayer
http://r3pwn.github.io/yt-exoplayer.html
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to data/data/com.google.android.youtube/shared_prefs
3. Add the following lines below "<map>":
<string name="exo_player_activation_type">ADAPTIVE</string>
<boolean name="enable_exo_cache" value="true"/>
<boolean name="show_exo_player_debug_messages" value="true"/>4. Once done, close and mount R/O
5. Force Close YouTube app in Application Settings
6. Reboot
7. Done!
Ad-Free
- Download "AdAway" app from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdid=org.adaway
Control
- Download "SELinux Mode Changer" from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=selinuxmodechanger&fdid=com.mrbimc.selinux
Multi Window for all apps
- Download "LG MultiWindow Mod"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2707310
Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/app-touch-assisstant-themed-t3199658
(kudos to @no14me)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGSettingsAccessibility
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk” to “LGSettingsAccessibility.old”
5. Copy your accessibility of choice and rename to “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
ROMs Dual Booting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/patcher-dual-boot-rom-lg-g3-t3071546
(kudos to @chenxiaolong & @lukas77)
Task Management
- Download "Greenify" or "Servicely"
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/oasis-feng/greenify/
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/francisco-franco/servicely/
Honestly, I don't encourage battery managers such as "Battery Doctor" or "Clean Master (Speed Booster)" as realistically, it takes up more battery or RAM in trying to keep the app open to "properly manage the battery". Yes there are benefits such a having a zippier G3, but there are better methods out there.
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CHAPTER 4: FONTS
- Fonts
- Emoji
Changing ROM Font
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/fonts-flashable-zips-t2964304
(kudos to @gianton)
Simply flash the zip in recovery and done!
Changing Emoji
New iOS 8.3 Diverse Jaundice Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software-hacking/mod-apple-8-3-diverse-color-emoji-t3136169
(kudos to @caiosilva96)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. Now, on your phone (with new emojis installed), go to http://emojipedia.org/skin-tone-modifiers/
10. Copy the "(skin colour)" that comes before "Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-1-2"
11. Go to your settings app, then keyboard settings, then personal dictionary
12. Create a new word "(skin colour)", shortcut of "skin2"
13. Repeat for skins 3-6
14. Reboot if you want to
15. DONE!
- To change the skin colour, type the emoji, followed by the shortcut word (e.g. "skin2")
OR:
Traditional iOS Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/howto-change-lg-smiley-to-google-smiley-t2809012
(kudos to @Soulfly999)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
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CHAPTER 5: BATTERY
- The cliche...
- Extreme
- Disable Knock On & Code
- Changing resolution
the cliche stuff...
Turn on power saving, turn off bluetooth, Wi-Fi, data, NFC etc., turn off automatic brightness and blah blah blah...
The Extreme Battery Life
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-extreme-battery-life-t3095884
(kudos to @vaisakh7)
Disabling Knock On & Code
1. Open the "Phone" or "Dialer" app
2. Dial "3845#*85x#" (where 'x' is denoted by device model; e.g. D855) - Don't worry this ISN'T a phone call, there will not be any carrier charges
3. Scroll till you find "Knock On/Off Setting"
Change resolution down to 1080p
- Download "NOMone Resolution Changer" from the Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nomone.resolution_changer&hl=en
please note this chapter is incomplete.
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CHAPTER 6: GOODBYE
GO BACK TO STOCK + UNROOT + LOCK BOOTLOADER:
(kudos to DevTester)
1. Backup your data!
2. Download “LG Flash Tool 2014”
3. Download your stock KDZ file of choice and of device model - http://devtester.ro/projects/lg-firmwares/
4. Run “LGFlashTool2014”
5. Enter Download Mode:
a. Turn off the phone
b. Press and hold the ‘Volume Up’ key and connect your USB cable to the computer at the same time once the phone is fully turned off6. Set PhoneMode to “DIAG”
7. Select your downloaded KDZ file
8. Click “CSE Flash”
9. Click “Start” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
10. Click “OK” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
11. DONE!
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CHAPTER 7: MISCELLANEOUS
- Developer Settings
- Nova Launcher Secret Labs
ENABLING DEVELOPER SETTINGS:
1. Settings app
2. About phone
3. Software info
4. Tap build number repeatedly until it prompts you
**secret** ENABLING NOVA LAUNCHER LABS SETTINGS:
1. Nova Settings
2. Hold down ‘volume down’ key until it prompts you
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"Let's get this pinned on the General Thread shall we? Pretty please with cherry on top..." :victory:
“Hi, I am Lousyguyy, a guy lousy enough to do this.”
Other Guides!!
Temporary fix for 'Stagefright' exploit
Now, as we wait anxiously for our beloved OEMs to slowly update their softwares to patch for Stagefright, we are still vulnerable... UNTIL NOW! Here's a temporary protection for us, living in the slow ring of OTAs:
1. Open your messaging app.
2. Open your messenger's settings.
3. Disable "Auto receive MMS".
4. Repeat for all your other messaging apps.
5. DONE!
- If you're plainly lazy, download "Textra" messaging app which comes with in-built Stagefright protection!
Get G4's Weather Widget on ANY Launcher!
My Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/lg-g4-s-weather-widget-launcher-phone-t3135381
Here's how to get the UNOFFICIAL G4's weather widget on ANY launcher, including Smart Notice.
These steps do require paid apps, so as to prevent piracy, I will not provide download links for these apps.
1. Download "Zooper Widget Pro" from the Play Store. *note: it must be PRO to make it work*
2. Download "UX 4.0 G4 for Zooper" from the Play Store.
3. Add a 4x2 Zooper Widget to any home screen.
4. Tap the widget to start.
5. Choose "UX 4.0 by N.A Dev".
6. Scroll down and choose "5x2 UX 4.0 Smart Notice."
7. Widget OnTap Action -> App List -> Weather App
8. Location -> Choose accordingly
9. Global Preferences -> Weather Provider -> Yahoo!
10. Calendar to display -> Deselect all events
... now for the complicated bits. Do follow explicitly.
11. Check the 1st Rich Text (it should be "Rect, W:388 H:192 R:0")
- Tap the pencil edit icon (most top right)
- Module OnTap -> App List -> Weather
12. Check the 2nd Rich Text ("Rect, W:400...")
- Edit
- Module -> Shortcuts -> Activities -> Smart Notice
13. Rich Text: (date, e.g. Monday, 15 June)
- Edit
- X Offset 181, Y Offset -5
- Module -> App -> Calendar
- Edit Text Manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #DEEEE#, (enter next line) #DMMMM d#
- Lines -> 2
14. Rich Text: (location)
- X Offset -186, Y Offset -30
- Module -> App -> Maps
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: @ #LLOC#, (enter next line) #LCN#
- Lines -> 2
15. Rich Text: (updated on (time))
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #BSTAT#: #BLEV#, #BTEMP#, #BLEFT#
16. Rich Text: "]"
- Blur 0
17. Add a Rich Text
- X Offset 0, Y Offset 4
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #WCCOND#
- Size 14
... at least it's over.
18. Go back
19. Turn on Wi-Fi/Data & Location Services (if needed) & Force Update
20. Save
21. Quit Zooper App
22. Go to your home screen and tap "Refresh button".
23. Finally done!!
- Do remember to put Zooper on the Ignore List for any battery or task killer app!
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FAQ:
- Any battery impacts?
Shouldn't be, so long as you follow the steps correctly.
- What if my weather shows "??" or "Unknown"
Go into the Widget Settings and Force Update
- My location isn't accurate!
Manually tell the widget your location, don't use auto.
- The weather isn't accurate!
For now, there's no choice as it isn't powered by the all mighty Google or AccuWeather.
Anything else, do PM me or leave a comment below!
Changelog
14th Sep:
- Finally had time to credit all the great devs!!
- Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable)
- Added LG Accessibility Themes
- Added TWRP Recovery Theme
- Added G4 Camera App
OLDER:
9th August: (yay for SG50!) :good:
- Temporary fix for "Stagefright" exploit
5th July:
- New iOS 8.3 Diverse Jaundice Emojis!
15th June:
- Housekeeping!!
- G4 Weather Widget with Smart Notice
- Blueprint Wallpapers thread
7th June:
- Dirty & clean flashing
- Extreme battery life
- Terminology
- Tidbit
- New wallpaper
3rd June:
- Added G4 Apps Port thread
- Added Dual Booting
- Added Multi Window
- Added reducing resolution
- Added Secret Nova Launcher Lab Settings
- Added "my Wallpaper"
4th May:
THIS THREAD WAS BORN!!!
I just got my G3 last friday.. I find this post very useful thanks man!
Plz added battery saving
jojobans said:
Plz added battery saving
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Okay I'll add this soon. Thank you!
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Very nice all in 1 post. Thanks. Is there an app/program anyone has used on a dual-sim G3 to unlock other band frequencies?
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Thankyou.
Bro, this is the best post I've ever been to, I'll test this when I get free from exams and tell you the results. kudos to your compilation. I have a LG G3 D855 V20G
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Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
NightHeron said:
Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
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Bro what is your firmware version, I think I can help is it V20G?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/d855-one-click-root-twrp-recovery-t3072767
^Look there is a first reccomended method if that fails use the firmware version below. need more help PM me.
NightHeron said:
Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
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Bumping = Unlocking with TWRP, so yes it is!
So long as you use the app accordingly, most probably you won't get any issues regarding the bootloader or recovery.
Lousyguyy said:
Bumping = Unlocking with TWRP, so yes it is!
So long as you use the app accordingly, most probably you won't get any issues regarding the bootloader or recovery.
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But some ROMs mentioned as bumped and another not... So, isn't it a difference? Or I can flash anything like bumped or not bumped ROMs
As for the second post I have V20h.. Is that good?
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
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6.x Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable):
https://www.copy.com/s/t%3A83YzqkU0VlAHdSsY%3Bp%3A%252Fbootanimation-flashable.zip%3Boid%3A400
(kudos to Upstreammiami)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old”
5. Download “bootanimation-flashable..zip” and flash in recovery
6. DONE!
19th Sep:
- Finally had time to credit all the great devs!!
- Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable)
- Added LG Accessibility Themes
- Added TWRP Recovery Theme
- Added G4 Camera App
This thread will always be a Work In Progress. Please be patient, as we receive new development it will be posted here. Thank you very much!
Do subscribe to this thread to get notified on any new updates.
If you own a G3, please proceed to this thread instead: http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-complete-tutorial-to-root-flash-t3098959
Own a V10? Proceed to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v10/general/wip-complete-guide-to-v10-t3217373
First things first, this guide is made mainly for our great LG G4 D815. Some steps may or may not work for other phones...
Please note that the results of the following methods may vary. I would advice you don't do this on a daily driver or corporate phone.
Also note that these steps WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK.
For increased chances of these working, update your KDZ to Lollipop first using OTA or Flash Tool.
If you don’t know what rooting, flashing and blah blah blah means, this probably isn’t the thread for you.
I do not own much of this stuff, credit really does go to the folks stated below. Do give them a shoutout!
Enjoy!
Complete guide to all things G4:
NOTE: The chapters are in chronological order, meaning everything after Chapter 2 assumes you already have root and unlock.
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CHAPTER 0: TERMINOLOGY (in my own words)
- Terms
- Tidbit
(To be honest, if you need to even look at this, this thread isn't for you.)
- Root: Gaining full administrative control of your device. "Jailbreaking" in terms of Android.
- ROM: The customized operating system that your Android runs on.
- Kernel: The thingy that links software and hardware
- Radio: The thingy that sends and receives messages, calls and data.
- Flash: Installing a zipped file in Recovery Mode
- Recovery: The software that allows tweaking and flashing, and other weird stuff that will destroy your phone.
- Fastboot: The thingy that allows recovery mode to happen.
- Brick: The term says it all.
- Bootloader: Quite literal; loads the phone for bootup.
- Nandroid backup: A backup-ed image of your current system
- ADB: Android Debug Bridge; some command line tool that sends information from and to the phone to, and from the computer
- CWM: ClockWorkMod; a recovery system
- XDA: The holy website that is full of weird stuff that makes your phone wayyyy better.
Now let's paint a picture:
Imagine you are your Android phone.
Before "rooting", you are trapped in jail.
Upon "rooting and unlocking", you are released from jail.
You go to a shopping mall named "XDA".
You find a credit card lying on the floor from the company "Recovery". On the back, it says there is no passcode required, and there is a infinite amount of money inside.
You enter a store and get a sweatshirt with the word "ROM" on it.
You didn't buy the shirt, the shirt just happens to be free, but still requires you to swipe your credit card anyways.
You keep the receipt as a "backup", just in case the shirt spoils.
Just then, you get greedy and get all the badges in the store.
Stupidly, you pin all the badges on your shirt, turning it as heavy as a "brick".
Then, the shirt rips, unable to put (it rhymes with boot) it back together again.
Luckily you still have the receipt to return the shirt, and return back to your good old disgusting shirt.
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CHAPTER 1: PREREQUISITES
- The newest LG drivers are installed on your computer
- A proper and working Wi-Fi network
- Enable Developer Options
- Enable USB Debugging
- Ensure G4 is charged to at least 50%
- Original and genuine LG G4 in-box USB cable
- Backup all files!
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CHAPTER 2: ESSENTIALS
- Backup
- Unlock
- TWRP
- Flashing
- Restoring Backup
BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
Use “Titanium Backup” batch backup
1. Menu -> Batch
2. Run -> Backup user apps + system data
OR:
Manual Non-Root Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
- Nandroid Backup
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER (official!):
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?categoryTypeCode=ANRS
(direct link from LG Developer Resource Center!)
NOTE: THIS CANNOT BE UNDONE!
TWRP Touch Recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/orig-development/recovery-twrp-2-8-6-0-touch-recovery-t3125859
(kudos to @Dees_Troy & TeamWin)
1. Download "TWRP Manager" app from the Google Play Store
2. Advanced -> Install Recovery
3. DONE!
FLASHING:
Clean Flash:
1. Backup your data!
2. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
3. Go into settings and enable “Use Aroma File Manager”
4. Wipe Dalvik, Cache, System & Data
5. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
6. Flash any GApps package. (the one I use: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/gapps-lp-gapps-pa-gapps-aroma-installer-t3010798; kudos to @raulx222 & @slim Team)
7. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
OR:
Dirty Flash: (flashing without wiping anything, used for updating to newer ROMs or reflashing)
1. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
2. ONLY wipe Dalvik Cache
3. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
4. Flash any NEWER GApps package. If you manually installed/updated through Play Store, skip this step.
5. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
6. Reboot
7. DONE!
It is perfectly fine if the first bootup takes a while, that is perfectly normal. Upon boot, Android will optimize itself so just let it do it’s work. Do put the phone under a fan as it does tend to get hot when optimizing since it is at max brightness or some dumb reason.
If it takes ages (like over 5-10mins) to boot up, it means you have luckily bricked your phone! Do source the XDA indices for any unbricking tutorial, or keep a lookout for an update on this page for instructions. (I don’t have any/don’t need to find any as I have never bricked any Android, so ya.)
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DO NOT dirty flash if your newer ROM:
- Doesn't allow/support it
- Has a major update
- Has a Android version jump (e.g. from Lollipop to M)
- Is a totally different ROM from the previous one (e.g. from Stock to Cyanogenmod)
If after dirty flashing you experience any ROM issues (e.g. battery drain, lag etc.), I would advice you to do a clean flash instead.
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RESTORING BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
1. Use “Titanium Backup” batch restore
2. Menu -> Batch
3. Run -> Restore missing apps with data (*NOTE*: DO NOT RESTORE SYSTEM DATA)
4. Once done, go to Backup/Restore on the main app interface
5. Restore manually: Calendar Storage, Internet Bookmarks, Messaging SMS/MMS Prefs, Phone SMS/MMS/APN, User Dictionary, Wi-Fi Access Points**
6. Launcher Settings: (assuming you use Nova Launcher) Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
**What can I manually restore?**
Red: DO NOT RESTORE, YOU’LL END UP BRICKING/BOOTLOOPING YOUR PHONE!!!
White: 99% safe, go ahead
Green: 70% safe, beware of potential brick
Grey Stirkethrough: DO NOT RESTORE
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OR:
Manual Restoration Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
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CHAPTER 3: ADDITIONS
- Temporary fix for Stagefright exploit
- Weather Widget
- XPosed
- Boot Animation
- TWRP Recovery Theme
- ExoPlayer for YouTube
- Ad-free
- Control
- Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
- Task Management
Temporary fix for 'Stagefright' exploit
Now, as we wait anxiously for our beloved OEMs to slowly update their softwares to patch for Stagefright, we are still vulnerable... UNTIL NOW! Here's a temporary protection for us, living in the slow ring of OTAs:
1. Open your messaging app.
2. Open your messenger's settings.
3. Disable "Auto receive MMS".
4. Repeat for all your other messaging apps.
5. DONE!
- If you're plainly lazy, download "Textra" messaging app which comes with in-built Stagefright protection!
Get G4's Weather Widget on ANY Launcher! (unofficial - Zooper theme)
My Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/lg-g4-s-weather-widget-launcher-phone-t3135381
Here's how to get the UNOFFICIAL G4's weather widget on ANY launcher, including Smart Notice.
These steps do require paid apps, so as to prevent piracy, I will not provide download links for these apps.
1. Download "Zooper Widget Pro" from the Play Store. *note: it must be PRO to make it work*
2. Download "UX 4.0 G4 for Zooper" from the Play Store.
3. Add a 4x2 Zooper Widget to any home screen.
4. Tap the widget to start.
5. Choose "UX 4.0 by N.A Dev".
6. Scroll down and choose "5x2 UX 4.0 Smart Notice."
7. Widget OnTap Action -> App List -> Weather App
8. Location -> Choose accordingly
9. Global Preferences -> Weather Provider -> Yahoo!
10. Calendar to display -> Deselect all events
11. Check the 1st Rich Text (it should be "Rect, W:388 H:192 R:0")
- Tap the pencil edit icon (most top right)
- Module OnTap -> App List -> Weather
12. Check the 2nd Rich Text ("Rect, W:400...")
- Edit
- Module -> Shortcuts -> Activities -> Smart Notice
13. Rich Text: (date, e.g. Monday, 15 June)
- Edit
- X Offset 181, Y Offset -5
- Module -> App -> Calendar
- Edit Text Manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #DEEEE#, (enter next line) #DMMMM d#
- Lines -> 2
14. Rich Text: (location)
- X Offset -186, Y Offset -30
- Module -> App -> Maps
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: @ #LLOC#, (enter next line) #LCN#
- Lines -> 2
15. Rich Text: (updated on (time))
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #BSTAT#: #BLEV#, #BTEMP#, #BLEFT#
16. Rich Text: "]"
- Blur 0
17. Add a Rich Text
- X Offset 0, Y Offset 4
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #WCCOND#
- Size 14
18. Go back
19. Turn on Wi-Fi/Data & Location Services (if needed) & Force Update
20. Save
21. Quit Zooper App
22. Go to your home screen and tap "Refresh button".
23. Finally done!!
- Do remember to put Zooper on the Ignore List for any battery or task killer app!
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FAQ:
- Any battery impacts?
Shouldn't be, so long as you follow the steps correctly.
- What if my weather shows "??" or "Unknown"
Go into the Widget Settings and Force Update
- My location isn't accurate!
Manually tell the widget your location, don't use auto.
- The weather isn't accurate!
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XPOSED FRAMEWORK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
(kudos to @rovo89)
1. Download “xposed-sdk21-arm-2015xxxx.zip” and flash in recovery
2. Download “XposedInstaller_3.0-xxxx.apk” and install normally
3. Download your favourite modules from the XDA indices
4. Open Titanium Backup app and freeze “LG QuickCover”
5. DONE!
BOOT ANIMATION:
6.x Marshmallow:
https://www.copy.com/s/t%3A83YzqkU0VlAHdSsY%3Bp%3A%252Fbootanimation-flashable.zip%3Boid%3A400
(kudos to @Upstreammiami)
(flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old”
5. Download “bootanimation-flashable..zip” and flash in recovery
6. DONE!
5.x Lollipop:
(if not flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old” and “shutdownanimation.old” respectively
5. Copy your boot animation and shutdown animation of choice and rename to “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” respectively
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r-T (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner, Sticky)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
TWRP Recovery Theme
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/theme-twrp-materialised-dark-light-play-t2915584
(kudos to @z31s1g)
1. Choose 1440x2560 Themes Folder
2. Download your chosen zip file to your device
3. Change "28xX_vx_1440_xxxx.zip" to "ui.zip"
4. Open your favourite file manager app
5. Go to the TWRP folder
6. Create a folder named "theme" **no capital letters!**
7. Copy "ui.zip" into this folder
8. Reboot to recovery
9. DONE!
Faster YouTube: ExoPlayer
http://r3pwn.github.io/yt-exoplayer.html
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to data/data/com.google.android.youtube/shared_prefs
3. Add the following lines below "<map>":
<string name="exo_player_activation_type">ADAPTIVE</string>
<boolean name="enable_exo_cache" value="true"/>
<boolean name="show_exo_player_debug_messages" value="true"/>4. Once done, close and mount R/O
5. Force Close YouTube app in Application Settings
6. Reboot
7. Done!
Ad-Free
- Download "AdAway" app from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdid=org.adaway
Control
- Download "SELinux Mode Changer" from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=selinuxmodechanger&fdid=com.mrbimc.selinux
Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/app-touch-assisstant-themed-t3199658
(kudos to @no14me)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGSettingsAccessibility
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk” to “LGSettingsAccessibility.old”
5. Copy your accessibility of choice and rename to “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
Task Management
- Download "Greenify" or "Servicely"
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/oasis-feng/greenify/
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/francisco-franco/servicely/
Honestly, I don't encourage battery managers such as "Battery Doctor" or "Clean Master (Speed Booster)" as realistically, it takes up more battery or RAM in trying to keep the app open to "properly manage the battery". Yes there are benefits such a having a zippier G3, but there are better methods out there.
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CHAPTER 4: FONTS
- Font
- Emoji
Changing ROM Font
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/fonts-flashable-zips-t2964304
(kudos to @gianton)
Simply flash the zip in recovery and done!
Changing Emoji
New iOS 8.3 Diverse Jaundice Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software-hacking/mod-apple-8-3-diverse-color-emoji-t3136169
(kudos to @caiosilva96)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. Now, on your phone (with new emojis installed), go to http://emojipedia.org/skin-tone-modifiers/
10. Copy the "(skin colour)" that comes before "Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-1-2"
11. Go to your settings app, then keyboard settings, then personal dictionary
12. Create a new word "(skin colour)", shortcut of "skin2"
13. Repeat for skins 3-6
14. Reboot if you want to
15. DONE!
- To change the skin colour, type the emoji, followed by the shortcut word (e.g. "skin2")
OR:
Traditional iOS Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/howto-change-lg-smiley-to-google-smiley-t2809012
(kudos to @Soulfly999)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
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CHAPTER 5: BATTERY
- The cliche...
- Extreme
- Resolution changing
the cliche stuff...
Turn on power saving, turn off bluetooth, Wi-Fi, data, NFC etc., turn off automatic brightness and blah blah blah...
The Extreme Battery Life
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-extreme-battery-life-t3095884
(kudos to @vaisakh7)
Change resolution down to 1080p
- Download "NOMone Resolution Changer" from the Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nomone.resolution_changer&hl=en
(more coming soon)
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CHAPTER 6: GOODBYE
GO BACK TO STOCK + UNROOT + LOCK BOOTLOADER:
1. Backup your data!
2. Download “LG Flash Tool 2014”
3. Download your stock KDZ file of choice and of device model
4. Run “LGFlashTool2014”
5. Enter Download Mode:
a. Turn off the phone
b. Press and hold the ‘Volume Up’ key and connect your USB cable to the computer at the same time once the phone is fully turned off6. Set PhoneMode to “DIAG”
7. Select your downloaded KDZ file
8. Click “CSE Flash”
9. Click “Start” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
10. Click “OK” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
11. DONE!
(doesn't work any more )
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CHAPTER 7: MISCELLANEOUS
- Developer Settings
- Nova Launcher Secret Labs
- Free Google Drive
- Official wallpapers
ENABLING DEVELOPER SETTINGS:
1. Settings app
2. About phone
3. Software info
4. Tap build number repeatedly until it prompts you
**secret** ENABLING NOVA LAUNCHER LABS SETTINGS:
1. Nova Settings
2. Hold down ‘volume down’ key until it prompts you
FREE 100GB GOOGLE DRIVE STORAGE!!!
1. Open Drive Settings
2. Finish the Product Tour to redeem!
OFFICIAL G4 WALLPAPERS:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Download-the-official-LG-G4-wallpapers-here-leather-background-included_id69079
(kudos to PhoneArena)
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Frankly, I do not want any donations.
"Let's get this pinned on the General Thread shall we? Pretty please with cherry on top..." :victory:
“Hi, I am Lousyguyy, a guy lousy enough to do this.”
ROM Index:
NOTE: I'll try my best to update this thread every weekend. Please PM or leave a comment below if I happened to miss out your ROM. Thanks guys!
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STOCK-based ROMs:
1. H815 v10C
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/stock-h815-10c-stock-rom-kdz-t3141866
by @autoprime
2. H815 v10A
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/rom-h815-10a-stock-rooted-rom-t3129036
by @autoprime
3. H811 (T-Mo) v10H
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/rom-lg-g4-h811-10h-t-mobile-usa-stock-t3142779
by @MicroMod777
4. All
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/h815-eu-l-p-t-sea-twn-t3176195
by @Marcosuper7
5. All v10G Genisys
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/h815-genisys-rom-1-0-classic-v10g-t3192649
by @BySezerSimsek
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AOSP ROMs:
1. H811/H815 5.1.1 BlissPop and Cyanogenmod 12.1 ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/h811-h815-blisspop-cyanogenmod-12-1-t3185593
by @genesixxbf3
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Changelog
20th Sep:
- Complete thread overhaul
- Integrated ROM Index thread into this mega thread
OLDER:
14th Sep:
- Finally had time to credit all the great devs!!
- Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable)
- Added LG Accessibility Themes
9th August: (yay for SG50!) :good:
- Temporary fix for "Stagefright" exploit
5th July:
- New iOS 8.3 diverse jaundice emojis!
15th June:
- Housekeeping!!
- G4 Weather Widget with Smart Notice
- Blueprint Wallpapers thread
7th June:
- My New ROM Index thread!!!: http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/index-complete-g4-rom-index-t3129338/post61210790#post61210790
- Dirty & clean flashing
- Extreme battery life
- Terminology
- Tidbit
- New lock screen wallpaper
3rd June:
- Added Official LG Unlock
- Added TWRP
- Added Secret Nova Launcher Lab Settings
- Added LG Wallpapers
- Added Free Drive Storage Redemption (may not work for some)
- added more stuff I forgot.
- Removed Relocking
5th May:
THIS THREAD WAS BORN!!!
My Comment
Coming soon.
Several of the steps you list in here require root.
Many of the steps you list in message #1 require root priviledges:
Titanium Backup, any process using Root Explorer, Xposed, Greenify, AdAway all require root access. Maybe that requirement should be mentioned in each chapter.
eagerly waiting for any possible root methods.
i haven't got my hands on my G4, but it would be good to know that when my phone arrived i can root the hell out of it
i get my G4 v23-24, hopefully there is a root already then!!
*root is essential.
I would like to add a request for "enable wifi hotspot" to be added to the first post, when possible.
This is my first LG phone and I hope I can get the wifi hotspot working on Sprint once I get the G4 rooted.
Thanks a lot.
ahoythere said:
I would like to add a request for "enable wifi hotspot" to be added to the first post, when possible.
This is my first LG phone and I hope I can get the wifi hotspot working on Sprint once I get the G4 rooted.
Thanks a lot.
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This gets added to almost any ROM anyways, so you should be fine.
Has anyone found a reliable place to get the LG G4 USB drivers? I've connected my G4 to the Mac, installed the drivers through the popup that appears, and doesn't work. The Mac can't detect the G4, and neither can adb.
EDIT: Never mind. Using LG PC suite seems to work. Adb connected.
Dennisg34 said:
This gets added to almost any ROM anyways, so you should be fine.
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Not everyone wants to install a full ROM for select functions however.
Lock-N-Load said:
Not everyone wants to install a full ROM for select functions however.
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True. Most of us just want root then we can use xposed to get the rest of the function we want.
frigidazzi said:
True. Most of us just want root then we can use xposed to get the rest of the function we want.
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Xposed going to require custom recovery also
Can we helps devs to get more info for root? I have the G4 currently
I'm an LG newbie. It would be nice if you could link drivers and flashing software in your post.
I've owned just about every Motorola, some HTCs and Samsung phones and rooted and rom'd for years. This will be my first LG. Motorola has just become too much a pain in this area though rumor is the BL is locked on the LG too. Even root and xposed would be enough to protect my privacy.
ordered mine today
now we wait for root
Hi guys
Got my G4 earlier today. Just love it! One problem, my music on sd card doas not show up in the music app. And also when using MX player videos on sd card do not show up.
Sent from my LG-H815 using XDA Free mobile app
Thanks a lot.
tichyb said:
Hi guys
Got my G4 earlier today. Just love it! One problem, my music on sd card doas not show up in the music app. And also when using MX player videos on sd card do not show up.
Sent from my LG-H815 using XDA Free mobile app
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Have you tried PowerAmp or other non-stock music player? This would kill the deal for me. I suspect there are options and would love to know PowerAmp, in particular, works with the external card. I have way too much music I need to have with me which is why I require sdcard support.
AliceBToklas said:
Have you tried PowerAmp or other non-stock music player? This would kill the deal for me. I suspect there are options and would love to know PowerAmp, in particular, works with the external card. I have way too much music I need to have with me which is why I require sdcard support.
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I did not try the stock, because I have the full version of poweramp and it is working very well. My music is on the exsternal sd card
I am making this tutorial as I have had multiple versions of the LG LTE Leon and have used many firmware versions. I have created a stable method that has the least issues as I have had trouble with the latest firmware (MS34510f) disabling my root privileges. I have created a MEGA account specifically for all of the files necessary to complete this operation and have your device run smoothly. So, please follow my instructions exactly as stated and you should not have any issues. THIS PROCESS WILL REMOVE ALL DATA NOT SYNCED, DO READ BELOW NOTES IT IS VERY BENEFICIAL
Important Notes:
+This process will wipe all data that is not synced, it is important to ensure that no newer LG process are still on the device. Some might argue to leave data, to that I say good luck keeping your root and tethering without the device becoming suspiciously unstable.
+ I am not GUARANTEEING this will work on every model, but I have had an extremely high success rate with all Leon versions.
+ In this tutorial the process in which I remove Kingroot and replace it with SuperSu is for system stability. I find that most root functions I use seem to not work properly. (Wifi Tether Router and many others). So, I do recommend doing so.
+After the new OS is installed a MetroPCS splash screen will appear even if you do have T-Mobile. DO NOT BE ALARMED this firmware will not limit any functionality you had before, it will even help with tethering functionality.
Tutorial:
Let's Begin.
1. Download the link posted to obtain required files for this tutorial
Link: https://mega.nz/#F!PM4CQRqb!92kgIOnD0ZBY-8HVbtTwGQ
2. Open up LGFlashTool2014.exe
Begin by copying settings posted below, then click "normal flash"
3. Next click the "START" button
4. At this time, I recommend you verify all sync settings are to your liking and that all personal info needed is backed up
a. You have the option to throw all of your personal documents/pictures onto your SD card and removing it appropriately
(Go to: Settings - Storage - [scroll down to] Unmount SD card)
b. Next, navigate to Settings -Backup & reset [leave options default; both checked off] - Factory data reset - reset phone
c. Once reset it will most likely reboot, wipe, and then back to a OS. Now, you will Power Off entirely (make sure it is not plugged in so it will not go to charging mode)
d. Here is where we will hold down the Volume Up button with the phone unplugged from your PC. Then you must plug the USB into your phone.
e. A black screen with white text should post onto your screen, here we will continue to step 6
note: If this screen does not appear please power off and retry step d.
6. Next, follow the posted settings. Make sure to click the "Clear phone Software update Registry" button Then click "OK"
7. A new screen will arrive, and should begin the firmware download process. At this time it will take a few minute to load and should reboot to a fresh OS.
8. With the new OS in place, you can either follow the setup tutorial now or skip through for a later setup.
note: you can now insert your SD card
9. In the tools folder of the folder you downloaded copy the "mrw" folder to the Main Storage folder of your phone
10. Now copy the Kingroot apk to your downloads folder located on the main storage.
11. Go to Settings - About Phone - Software Info
At this time click the build number box a few times until it says you are a developer
12. Hit back until you are at the Setting menu, click on Developer options and check off "Stay Awake" and "Enable OEM Unlock" as well as "USB Debugging"
13. You may now run Kingroot, if it does not install root the first time it should flawlessly install the next.
14. After root is obtained, please go to your home screen and click the "Google Search" widget. Press Update Google Services and let it run. After that has been updated search for terminal emulator and install.
note: If the Play Store is acting fishy and force closing while typing in the search bar do not fret it will be fixed after reboot in further instruction
as an allternative use the jackpal.androidterm-1.0.70-71-minAPI4.apk provided in the "tools" folder
15. Open terminal and in a new window type: Su
16. Allow root usage and at this time type: sh /storage/emulated/0/mrw/root.sh
17. It will run with a few failed messages do not worry it should open SuperSu momentarily
18. Once SuperSu opens up allow it to update binaries using the "NORMAL" option but DO NOT REBOOT YET
19. At this time either download TWRP Manager from the play store or alternatively use the com.jmz.soft.twrpmanager-7.5.1.3-82-minAPI11.apk provided in the tools folder
20. Install and open TWRP Manager. Once opened click on device name and scroll until you see "LG Leon LTE (c50)"
a. Click on Recovery Version to Install and select "twrp-2.8.7.0-c50.img"
b. next click "Install Recovery" and if prompted for verification of install path and for install version select "YES" & "NORMAL"
21. After the TWRP setup is complete it may prompt you to reboot, if not click the arrow in the top left of the TWRP Manager screen and scroll down to "Reboot" and select "Reboot device"
22. After Reboot click TWRP Manager and verify a SuperSu prompt comes up if it hasn't already before the boot
At this point the device should be running smoothly. From here I prefer to do the following steps.
My Personal Setup after new install:
+Personally I like to install use a Root Uninstaller (I use 3C Toolbox Pro) and Uninstall and Backup all MetroPCS BloatWare including the Metro Browser.
+I also access the Hidden Menu by using the Dialer and Dial "2776348*#*"
- I scroll down to ApnUnlock and click to "Unlock APN"
- Then I navigate to Settings -Tethering & networks - Mobile Networks (I check off roaming data) - Access point names
--I then select the top APN and edit APN Type to: default,supl,mms,dun
---I click save from the top right selection, then turn on and off airplane mode
+If you are and Xposed user download "xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip","xposed-uninstaller-20150831-arm.zip", and "XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk" from: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
-install the Xposed Installer, then Go to TWRP Manager, use reboot to recovery and from there click install and navigate to the "xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip" and install and reboot, it will reboot with a installing screen before your home screen, takes 5 minutes.
+I also use this AMAZING app "Wifi Tether Router", it is the only tethering app I use that works consistently (if you have an unlimited data plan). I get 30mbps up and down, playing many multiplayer games off my PC and PS4 averaging ping as low as 30 ! Setting I use for our device are in a post I created here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/leon/help/unlimited-metropcs-t-mobile-tether-t3290180
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Special Thanks to:
MrW0lf from www.W0lfdroid.com for the Kingroot to SuperSU scrip
Numerous users on the XDA forums I pieced all of this information with
Fabio Grasso for making the amazing Wifi Tether Router
Team Win for being creating an awesome utility that has saved me from numerous bricks creating a stable method
Xposed and the creators of awesome additions such as Lolistat, Lucky Patcher, Max Lock, and SNAPPREFS
Any feedback? Did I do Okay? Questions? Let me know!
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I can't figure out why my attempts to root my new On5 continue to fail halfway through.
I've tried different Odin versions...
can anyone offer some help, please?
can I use the AP_G550T1UVU1APF1_CL8180604_QB9902404_REV00_user_low_ship.tar.md5 stock rom...?
thanks for anyone's kind help...
Glenn
I just rooted my G550T1 (On5) yesterday - Odin/TWRP/SuperSU
I just went through this process for virtually the same phone. [G550T1UVU2AQC4; For your exact Model's S/W# like this, look in battery compartment or the box the phone came in]
Despite being over 6 months old, I figured I may as well post the information for future onlookers. I could have used this info yesterday.
For this post specifically regarding "failing half way through," I would hazard to guess that the firmware already installed on the phone is slightly more up-to-date than what you're trying to flash. Either that, or you don't have the right settings turned on to allow Odin to flash over the AP. Plus, how were you planning on rooting by flashing over the stock firmware in the first place? lol
Either way, I recommend just making sure what I'm about to say is what you've done so far.
Disclaimer: Rooting your phone, even attempting to, or using rooted apps can cause irreparable damage and turn it into a brick. Always make sure what you are using the root for is compatible with your model!!!
Notes:
- For rooting the Galaxy On5, Odin is merely to flash the recovery software to the device. The recovery software is where you install the root.
- For extra precaution, my method does not involve the external SD card. They seem to cause random issues for the first boot after rooting.
If you insist on doing it with the external SD card installed, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE NO APPS ALREADY TRANSFERRED TO THE EXTERNAL SD CARD!
So to start....
Requirements:
Windows PC with open USB port to download files and transfer the files [Back USB ports are more reliable for PC Desktops; All USB ports are fine with a laptop]
USB-A to USB-B cable [Stock micro-USB cable]
Samsung On5 [Recommended ~100% battery]
A little patience
Galaxy On5 Settings:
#1 - Enable Developer Options
Settings > About device > Build Number - Keep tapping the Build Number until it says you're enabling Developer options, and continue tapping until you succeed.
#2 - OEM Unlock and USB Debugging
Settings > Developer options > Make sure both "OEM Unlock" and "USB Debugging" are turned on
#3 - Enable Unknown Sources
Settings > Lock screen and security > Make sure "Unknown sources" is turned on
Downloads: [4]
Samsung USB Driver - Link to Samsung's download for their Android USB driver for mobile phones. [Install regardless of whether you can already transfer from PC to Android]
http://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
Odin - Link to an XDA Forum Post which, unlike most, has kept updated and added all versions. [I recommend to use the most up-to-date version; Remember to click the file name of the attachment to download]
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711451
Extract the Odin zip file to an easily accessible folder like "My Documents" and/or create its own file "Odin"
TWRP - Link to the always most up-to-date version for the Galaxy On5. [I don't recommend other recoveries; This is simple and reliable]
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxyon5tmobile.html
Don't unzip TWRP. Leave file zipped as-is and move it to the same folder as Odin; and/or create its own Sub-Folder for organization "Documents\Odin\TWRP"
SuperSU - Link to the SuperSU version I used that worked smoothly.
https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/supersu/download/zip/SuperSU-v2.79-201612051815.zip
Link to the official website for an updated version. [I would just use what you know works though; From the official page, follow the most recent SuperSU release link and find the .zip file]
https://chainfire.eu/
Where to put SuperSU
- Connect PC to Galaxy On5 [After installing USB Driver]
- Open the file where your SuperSU download is.
- Right-click SuperSU > Click Copy
- Now navigate to your On5 [Should be available in the left panel; if not go to "My Computer" and it should pop up]
- Find, or create, a folder you can easily remember inside the phone's internal memory [i.e; "Phone\Android" or create your own folder "Phone\TWRP"]
- Right click while inside the designated folder and paste the SuperSU zip
Time to start rooting:
Double check that android's settings, and the rooting files are in the right places.
Download Mode:
- Disconnect from your PC, and completely shut down your On5.
- After it is off; Press and hold first the Volume Down Button + The Home Screen Button + Then The Power Button.
- Hold the combination until download mode pops up
- Press Volume Up
- You are now ready for Odin
Odin:
- Start Odin on your PC [Run as Administrator for extra assurance]
- Click the "AP" slot, and navigate to the folder where you saved the TWRP zip file, and select it
- In a moment, the file should be listed in the "AP" section
- Verify that the AP selection's checkbox is checked
- Under options on Odin, MAKE SURE "Re-Partition" IS NOT checked.
- Make sure "Auto-Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" are checked. [Auto-Reboot not required; Can manually shut off by battery removal after Odin gives the green "PASS" light]
- Plug your On5 into your PC now
- Odin will verify the connection with a little light blue box in the "ID:COM" section
- Double check settings
- Press the "Start" button
Odin results should say "PASS!" is green if the operation was done successfully.
If red "FAIL," then either try different versions of Odin, different USB slots, double check everything, or troubleshoot at your own risk. [Must remove battery and restart in download mode again to retry]
After Odin gives a "PASS!"
Booting Into TWRP Recovery:
- You might get lucky, and Odin automatically reboots the phone into TWRP.
-- If it does not reboot into TWRP, then let the phone finish loading to your homescreen and then fully shut it off. [If stuck in boot screen, then force shut-off with battery removal after disconnecting the device]
- To get into recovery from the phone being shut off, do the same as the Downloader, but by holding volume up instead of down.
[Hold Volume Up + Home Button + Power/Lock]
TWRP:
- On the start page, there will be a slider that will allow TWRP full access. Slide it.
- Go into recovery/restore/backup and create a recovery image in an easily-accessible folder like your other files [With SuperSU would be easiest]
- This may take a moment so be patient
- Once that is complete DO NOT REBOOT YET
- Go back to the home screen and go to "Install"
- Navigate to the file where you put the SuperSU zip [NOTICE: Instead of "Phone\TWRP"; your folder would be "sdcard\TWRP" despite it being on internal storage]
- If you can't see the zip file, make sure the button "Install from zip" is clicked instead of "install from image"
- Select the file
- Swipe to install, and then use the quick "erase cache" option TWRP gives after
- Click the reboot option
- You will be taken to their final page asking if you want to install their app, you don't have to. I actually recommend doing that at a later time. Swipe to reboot.
VUELA!
It will take some time to boot, but you should now be rooted!
Bootloop or boot screen freezing? [Make sure to give it time]
If you didn't take my advice and did it with the external SD card, shut off the phone, take out the SD card, and try booting again [Again allowing time to boot]
Wait until device is fully booted before reinserting SD card, then use a file browser to delete all Android files inside the SD card before you ever reboot or shut down again. [You might not remember what could have caused the problem after a while]
everything worked until i tried to go into recovery mode is there a alternative
Randeag said:
I just went through this process for virtually the same phone. [G550T1UVU2AQC4; For your exact Model's S/W# like this, look in battery compartment or the box the phone came in]
Despite being over 6 months old, I figured I may as well post the information for future onlookers. I could have used this info yesterday.
For this post specifically regarding "failing half way through," I would hazard to guess that the firmware already installed on the phone is slightly more up-to-date than what you're trying to flash. Either that, or you don't have the right settings turned on to allow Odin to flash over the AP. Plus, how were you planning on rooting by flashing over the stock firmware in the first place? lol
Either way, I recommend just making sure what I'm about to say is what you've done so far.
Disclaimer: Rooting your phone, even attempting to, or using rooted apps can cause irreparable damage and turn it into a brick. Always make sure what you are using the root for is compatible with your model!!!
Notes:
- For rooting the Galaxy On5, Odin is merely to flash the recovery software to the device. The recovery software is where you install the root.
- For extra precaution, my method does not involve the external SD card. They seem to cause random issues for the first boot after rooting.
If you insist on doing it with the external SD card installed, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE NO APPS ALREADY TRANSFERRED TO THE EXTERNAL SD CARD!
So to start....
Requirements:
Windows PC with open USB port to download files and transfer the files [Back USB ports are more reliable for PC Desktops; All USB ports are fine with a laptop]
USB-A to USB-B cable [Stock micro-USB cable]
Samsung On5 [Recommended ~100% battery]
A little patience
Galaxy On5 Settings:
#1 - Enable Developer Options
Settings > About device > Build Number - Keep tapping the Build Number until it says you're enabling Developer options, and continue tapping until you succeed.
#2 - OEM Unlock and USB Debugging
Settings > Developer options > Make sure both "OEM Unlock" and "USB Debugging" are turned on
#3 - Enable Unknown Sources
Settings > Lock screen and security > Make sure "Unknown sources" is turned on
Downloads: [4]
Samsung USB Driver - Link to Samsung's download for their Android USB driver for mobile phones. [Install regardless of whether you can already transfer from PC to Android]
http://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
Odin - Link to an XDA Forum Post which, unlike most, has kept updated and added all versions. [I recommend to use the most up-to-date version; Remember to click the file name of the attachment to download]
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711451
Extract the Odin zip file to an easily accessible folder like "My Documents" and/or create its own file "Odin"
TWRP - Link to the always most up-to-date version for the Galaxy On5. [I don't recommend other recoveries; This is simple and reliable]
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxyon5tmobile.html
Don't unzip TWRP. Leave file zipped as-is and move it to the same folder as Odin; and/or create its own Sub-Folder for organization "Documents\Odin\TWRP"
SuperSU - Link to the SuperSU version I used that worked smoothly.
https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/supersu/download/zip/SuperSU-v2.79-201612051815.zip
Link to the official website for an updated version. [I would just use what you know works though; From the official page, follow the most recent SuperSU release link and find the .zip file]
https://chainfire.eu/
Where to put SuperSU
- Connect PC to Galaxy On5 [After installing USB Driver]
- Open the file where your SuperSU download is.
- Right-click SuperSU > Click Copy
- Now navigate to your On5 [Should be available in the left panel; if not go to "My Computer" and it should pop up]
- Find, or create, a folder you can easily remember inside the phone's internal memory [i.e; "Phone\Android" or create your own folder "Phone\TWRP"]
- Right click while inside the designated folder and paste the SuperSU zip
Time to start rooting:
Double check that android's settings, and the rooting files are in the right places.
Download Mode:
- Disconnect from your PC, and completely shut down your On5.
- After it is off; Press and hold first the Volume Down Button + The Home Screen Button + Then The Power Button.
- Hold the combination until download mode pops up
- Press Volume Up
- You are now ready for Odin
Odin:
- Start Odin on your PC [Run as Administrator for extra assurance]
- Click the "AP" slot, and navigate to the folder where you saved the TWRP zip file, and select it
- In a moment, the file should be listed in the "AP" section
- Verify that the AP selection's checkbox is checked
- Under options on Odin, MAKE SURE "Re-Partition" IS NOT checked.
- Make sure "Auto-Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" are checked. [Auto-Reboot not required; Can manually shut off by battery removal after Odin gives the green "PASS" light]
- Plug your On5 into your PC now
- Odin will verify the connection with a little light blue box in the "ID:COM" section
- Double check settings
- Press the "Start" button
Odin results should say "PASS!" is green if the operation was done successfully.
If red "FAIL," then either try different versions of Odin, different USB slots, double check everything, or troubleshoot at your own risk. [Must remove battery and restart in download mode again to retry]
After Odin gives a "PASS!"
Booting Into TWRP Recovery:
- You might get lucky, and Odin automatically reboots the phone into TWRP.
-- If it does not reboot into TWRP, then let the phone finish loading to your homescreen and then fully shut it off. [If stuck in boot screen, then force shut-off with battery removal after disconnecting the device]
- To get into recovery from the phone being shut off, do the same as the Downloader, but by holding volume up instead of down.
[Hold Volume Up + Home Button + Power/Lock]
TWRP:
- On the start page, there will be a slider that will allow TWRP full access. Slide it.
- Go into recovery/restore/backup and create a recovery image in an easily-accessible folder like your other files [With SuperSU would be easiest]
- This may take a moment so be patient
- Once that is complete DO NOT REBOOT YET
- Go back to the home screen and go to "Install"
- Navigate to the file where you put the SuperSU zip [NOTICE: Instead of "Phone\TWRP"; your folder would be "sdcard\TWRP" despite it being on internal storage]
- If you can't see the zip file, make sure the button "Install from zip" is clicked instead of "install from image"
- Select the file
- Swipe to install, and then use the quick "erase cache" option TWRP gives after
- Click the reboot option
- You will be taken to their final page asking if you want to install their app, you don't have to. I actually recommend doing that at a later time. Swipe to reboot.
VUELA!
It will take some time to boot, but you should now be rooted!
Bootloop or boot screen freezing? [Make sure to give it time]
If you didn't take my advice and did it with the external SD card, shut off the phone, take out the SD card, and try booting again [Again allowing time to boot]
Wait until device is fully booted before reinserting SD card, then use a file browser to delete all Android files inside the SD card before you ever reboot or shut down again. [You might not remember what could have caused the problem after a while]
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everything worked until I got into recovery mode and nothing would load the android icon gear were turning then said it was nothing is there an alternative to gt into recovery mode????
I found that it is possible to activate VoLTE in android
dial *#*#4636#*#*
But it doesn't work. Any suggestions?
I found the second method....
1. Install SQLite App & launch this app.
2. Go to files tab.
3. Tap on data > data > com.android providers.settings > databases .
4. open Settings.db , Global , search for Volte_feature_disabled
5. change value from 1 to 0
6. close sqlite editor , restart your phone , open settings > Sim cards
& mobile network
7. done you have enabled volte feature in your device successfully .
But in data > data > com.android providers.settings > I cannot find any database.