Hi,
I have the Verizon Xoom. When looking at rooting etc, I noticed the build number for my Xoom is not listed either on Motodev site or in any of the other forums as being a Verizon 3g version. Its listed as other or WiFi.
The build number is HMJ37. Can any of the Moto Gods confirm this is a valid build for the Verizon 3g, if so, fine, I'll continue on my rooting way. If not, what build should it be. I noticed Motodev lists HRI39 and HRI66 for the Verizon WiFi +3g.
That build is correct. That build is 3.1 while the other build you see on the site is the build it shipped with. Which is 3.0
If you want to root just follow a guide for the Verizon 3g xoom 3.1 root etc.
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New Streak owner and one of the few in Canada. I'm using the above build on Rogers network. I believe my build number is a beta version. Should I be concerned with AT&T locking out betas? My guess no since I'm on a different carrier not even in US.
And is there root instructions for my build yet?
Finally bought a 3g/wifi MZ601 Xoom on Ebay which was shipped from HongKong.
Plugged the Optus 3G Sim that was in my work Thinkpad into it and it worked straight out of the box.
My problem is that it's on 3.01 and wont update to 3.1
Build number is H.6.1-38-9 which suggests that it is either a Telstra build or a build designated "Retail Other International".
Firmware version is GAS_ASIA_USAEVRSTURTIRD_P016.
I've tried the little trick of rolling the system clock forward a few days , etc with no luck.
Maybe I should just borrow a Telstra SIM from someone and see if it will pick up an update while on the Telstra network.
Running out of ideas, I don't really want to have to root it.
it'll get updates based on the devices region - not your sim.
3.1 hasn't gone out to (many) places that are outside the US yet.
Hi,
I have a rooted Nexus s sim free stock rom, 2.3.6, GRK39F, I9020XXKF1
I want to manually update to 4.0.3 as i still have not received the update OTA
But all i see is t-mobile version?
Is there a way with my model number to mannually update?
so if youre saying to have a cdma nexus s then no. you need to root your phone and flash a custom 4.0.3 ICS rom. there are some good ones built from source. so i would say just do a little reading in the dev section. and Q&A and most everything you need to know will be covered.
I don't have the cdma version i'm UK and have the GSM i believe
ok there is a full list of the upgrades for the nexus s in the general section one the first page if i remember correctly or the dev page. take a look there and just look for your model number and follow instructions.
Don't be confused, T-Mobile is what you want.
In the US, T-Mobile uses the same frequencies as us here in Europe. All other providers use different frequencies or another technology (sprint, nexus s 4g).
I'm about to make the move to the S5 from my HTC One (M7). Before I make that investment, I want to make sure I'm not going to be screwed out of tethering. I have an unlimited data plan with Verizon, and live in a rural area, so my phone is my home ISP.
Since I would be buying a phone from an eBay vendor, I have no control over which firmware version would come installed. So here's my questions.
1. Are there any firmware versions for which root is not available? I've looked through various threads, and haven't found a concrete answer on this.
2. If there are firmware versions for which root is unavailable, and I'm unfortunate enough to purchase a phone which comes with that firmware version, does the latest version of FoxFi support the latest OTA firmware?
Thanks!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3147034
I think you'll be okay.
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Evidently there is at least one firmware version that makes it impossible, for the time being, to downgrade from. http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/help/downgrade-oe1-t3149085
This brings me back to my second question. Can anyone confirm if FoxFi works on the OE1 firmware?
I was looking for this same info and couldn't find it. Now I figured I'd post the answer.
I still have Verizon Unlimited Data.
I received a brand new S5 today. It came with OG5. I have not attempted to root it. I installed FoxFi and WiFI tethering/mobile hotspot works just fine. I have not enabled "HD Voice", either, and I just tested and verified that I can have a voice phone call going and my hotspot still works. It gave me 44Mbps down/12 up on my connected tablet, while I had a voice call connected.
As an aside, I don't get what the deal is with Verizon pushing HD Voice as a way to have simultaneous voice and data. Simultaneous voice and data (while on 4G LTE) worked on my S4, which didn't even support HD Voice, apparently, and works on the S5 with HD Voice not turned on.
You're good as far as rooting is concerned.
KitKat, and Lollipop up to version BOD5 can be downgraded. Root method here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...w-to-update-to-g900voe1-5-0-keeproot-t3149784
BOE1, BOG5, and BOK3 are the latest Lollipop, and the bootloader cannot be downgraded. A root method for these was finally released a couple weeks ago: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370
pastorbennett said:
I'm about to make the move to the S5 from my HTC One (M7). Before I make that investment, I want to make sure I'm not going to be screwed out of tethering. I have an unlimited data plan with Verizon, and live in a rural area, so my phone is my home ISP.
Since I would be buying a phone from an eBay vendor, I have no control over which firmware version would come installed. So here's my questions.
1. Are there any firmware versions for which root is not available? I've looked through various threads, and haven't found a concrete answer on this.
2. If there are firmware versions for which root is unavailable, and I'm unfortunate enough to purchase a phone which comes with that firmware version, does the latest version of FoxFi support the latest OTA firmware?
Thanks!
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I believe you're all good the latest versions of lollipop are rootable.. and yes if you root it you can fix the tethering. Or even flash a custom ROM I don't think Verizon selling any of the KitKat versions of s5 I think they're all on lollipop. Hope that helps
I have a Verizon HTC 10, which I have converted to US Unlocked and run LeeDroid, which mostly works, but it requires me to dial *#*#4636#*#* to select radio after every reboot.
I plan to stay on LeeDroid ROM, so don't need or want to take OTAs. I just want everything to work, including Samsung gear for my watch, advanced calling (HD calling mainly), visual voice mail and Android pay might be nice.
Now that Verizon firmware for nougat is available and I could convert back, dues it make sense? Is there any advantage to running US Unlocked or Verizon version? LeeDroid ROM provides everything for Verizon to fully work (or will very soon), so is it just fine to install the latest Verizon firmware and radios onto the US Unlocked version?
If you're just gonna use the phone on VZW, common wisdom states you should stick with VZW software, especially if/when Nougat is now available.
JustinChase said:
I have a Verizon HTC 10, which I have converted to US Unlocked and run LeeDroid, which mostly works, but it requires me to dial *#*#4636#*#* to select radio after every reboot.
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That's not required...LeeDroid has always run perfectly well on Verizon firmware and not needed any dialed codes like that.
JustinChase said:
I plan to stay on LeeDroid ROM, so don't need or want to take OTAs. I just want everything to work, including Samsung gear for my watch, advanced calling (HD calling mainly), visual voice mail and Android pay might be nice.
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The latest version of LeeDroid has Advanced Calling working for most Verizon users. For some reason, it's not working on mine, but there are reports of it working perfectly for a handful of other folks.
JustinChase said:
Now that Verizon firmware for nougat is available and I could convert back, dues it make sense? Is there any advantage to running US Unlocked or Verizon version? LeeDroid ROM provides everything for Verizon to fully work (or will very soon), so is it just fine to install the latest Verizon firmware and radios onto the US Unlocked version?
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It's been discussed on here before (can't remember which thread, sorry) that it's always better to use Verizon firmware + radio when on the Verizon network. It's tweaked to work the best with Verizon's towers and signal.
It might be overkill, but since you are coming from US Unlocked firmware, I'd recommend using the full Verizon RUU and starting from scratch. That way, when you flash LeeDroid, you don't have any funky remnants of the old setup.
Tarima said:
If you're just gonna use the phone on VZW, common wisdom states you should stick with VZW software, especially if/when Nougat is now available.
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Yeah, but it wouldn't be 'sticking with' VZW software, it would be re-converting back to VZW software, which isn't so cut and dried.
Posted from my phone, forgive any spelling errors.
btonetbone said:
That's not required...LeeDroid has always run perfectly well on Verizon firmware and not needed any dialed codes like that.
The latest version of LeeDroid has Advanced Calling working for most Verizon users. For some reason, it's not working on mine, but there are reports of it working perfectly for a handful of other folks.
It's been discussed on here before (can't remember which thread, sorry) that it's always better to use Verizon firmware + radio when on the Verizon network. It's tweaked to work the best with Verizon's towers and signal.
It might be overkill, but since you are coming from US Unlocked firmware, I'd recommend using the full Verizon RUU and starting from scratch. That way, when you flash LeeDroid, you don't have any funky remnants of the old setup.
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Actually, no, it doesn't work perfectly well on Verizon if your using nougat firmware, the codes are required.
However, it does seem it is all working great now that we have VZW firmware for nougat, so I will probably convert back now.
I just wanted to see if there was any other reason to stay on US Unlocked, but it seems there isn't.
Off to find the no wipe firmware now.
Thanks for all the feedback.
Posted from my phone, forgive any spelling errors.