Hello,
Do I have the Samsung i9000 or i9505
This is my phone's info:
SGH-M919 USA (T-Mobile)
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Look in "about device" in settings and it'll tell you.
StuartTheFish said:
Look in "about device" in settings and it'll tell you.
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It doesn't say anywhere.
In baseband version it says:
M919UV.... . . .. ...
I looked all over the "about my phone" screen, and it doesn't say neither 9000 nor 9505
xologist said:
Hello,
Do I have the Samsung i9000 or i9505
This is my phone's info:
SGH-M919 USA (T-Mobile)
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I agree... this info should actually be stickied. But it is in a wiki (see link below).
SGH-M919 is your phone's model number. That is the SGS4 model number for T-Mobile USA SGS4 phones.
I9505 is the model number for international versions of the SGS4.
I believe the only difference between those two models is software and not hardware. And by that I don't mean only the bloat (like T-Mobile apps), but which hardware radios are enabled via software, specifically for the T-Mobile operating frequencies and protocols.
Look here:.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S4#Model_variants
I9505 vs I9500 is often used to identify a SGS4 by the difference in processors, where the i9500 switches between two quad core processors (Samsung Exynos) and the I9505 has only one quad core processor (Qualcomm Snapdragon).
All the U.S. variants have Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, so often when someone references the I9505 model with respect to a matter that is processor specific (like rooting guides), your SGH-M919 is implicitly included in the reference. If it is a matter that is radio specific (like performance on specific carriers), your SGH-M919 probably does not apply.
Hope this helps.
Thank you,
so based on the Table on the wikipedia page, having T-mobile USA, I would have:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 APQ8064AB
Which means that I would have the:
i9505
I think I'm correct..
xologist said:
It doesn't say anywhere.
In baseband version it says:
M919UV.... . . .. ...
I looked all over the "about my phone" screen, and it doesn't say neither 9000 nor 9505
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Really? Mine does:
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Also, did yours not have a sticker on the top near the headphone plug saying "snapdragon 4g" or anything else when you first unboxed it?
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Look in "about device" in settings and it'll tell you.
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StuartTheFish said:
Really? Mine does:
Also, did yours not have a sticker on the top near the headphone plug saying "snapdragon 4g" or anything else when you first unboxed it?
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Aha! You sir have won the prize!
Yes, there is a sticker on top of the phone by the headphone that say "Qualcomm 4G"
That's the one. There you go then, qualcomm make the snapdragon cpu, which means yours is an i9505.
So does yours not say gt-i9505 in the model number bit then like mine does?
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That's the one. There you go then, qualcomm make the snapdragon cpu, which means yours is an i9505.
So does yours not say gt-i9505 in the model number bit then like mine does?
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I have the SGH-M919 model like xologist does.
Where you have I9505 listed as the model number in settings>about, I have SGH-M919 listed, and I expect xologist should as well.
The SGH-M919 is is NOT the I9505, although, for most intents and purposes, it is (all same hardware) -- the difference is the programming of the phone for T-Mobile (which radios are enabled, which T-Mobile apps are added).
gruuvin said:
I have the SGH-M919 model like xologist does.
Where you have I9505 listed as the model number in settings>about, I have SGH-M919 listed, and I expect xologist should as well.
The SGH-M919 is is NOT the I9505, although, for most intents and purposes, it is (all same hardware) -- the difference is the programming of the phone for T-Mobile (which radios are enabled, which T-Mobile apps are added).
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You're wrong. I have Qualcom, which is 9505 and I am in the USA.
Both the Category states Qualcom is 9505, and the wikipedia page for USA says I am 9505.
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Really? Mine does:
Also, did yours not have a sticker on the top near the headphone plug saying "snapdragon 4g" or anything else when you first unboxed it?
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Mine is showing "SGH-I337" in the model number on this screen. so which one am I??
datura77 said:
Mine is showing "SGH-I337" in the model number on this screen. so which one am I??
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I9505 all the American carrier versions should be Qualcomm ones.
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Is it possible to dump the G1's Radio? I know a lot of GSM users would DIE to have this radio, including myself.
The G1 runs the same processor(MSM7201A) as the Diamond, Touch Pro, and Touch HD. I'm sure there are others that I'm missing too but the radio from this device could benefit thousands of US T-Mobile users who are using the above mentioned devices to obtain US T-Mobile 3G.
I think it is a project worth looking into. What do you think?
Not trying to hijack, but simply add to the question...
On the reverse note, would it be possible to flash a TouchPro/TouchHD/Diamond radio to the G1? If it were possible, would this give us the ability to use AT&T 3g with the G1??
Certainly a valid question. I hope this takes off. If it does and people figure out how to flash a Diamond/Touch Pro/HD Radio ROM to the G1 that would benefit thousands of AT&T users as well. It would simultaneously help... Everyone.
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Is it possible to dump the G1's Radio? I know a lot of GSM users would DIE to have this radio, including myself.
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You can find the radio software in any standard G1 update file. Just unzip it and grab the radio.img file from the root of the zip directory.
Azlum said:
On the reverse note, would it be possible to flash a TouchPro/TouchHD/Diamond radio to the G1? If it were possible, would this give us the ability to use AT&T 3g with the G1??
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Impossible. G1 only contains power amplifiers for two UMTS bands: 1700(AWS) and 2100. AT&T operates on 850 and 1900. You can flash all the software you want, but without the hardware to communicate with, you'd be going nowhere fast.
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Would it be possible to take the G1 Radio(which you say is a .img file) and make it work on a Windows based device ex. HD(which uses a .nbh extension for it's radio) at all? If the hardware is really that different than it may not be possible but I'm still keeping my fingers crossed.
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Would it be possible to take the G1 Radio(which you say is a .img file) and make it work on a Windows based device ex. HD(which uses a .nbh extension for it's radio) at all? If the hardware is really that different than it may not be possible but I'm still keeping my fingers crossed.
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Well given that the baseband software package is mostly undocumented, I couldn't say whether or not a radio from G1 would work on any other HTC device (especially one operating on different wcdma bands). The likelihood is probably higher if the radios are intended for devices with the same baseband processor?
As for NBH, G1 has them too. However, NBH packages are reserved for HTC's use. End users update G1 system software in Android's recovery tool. For that reason there are currently no publically available G1 NBH files to analyze. Perhaps the WinMo subforums would be a better place to investigate repacking a radio.img into a .nb file.
What are you trying to do with the G1 radio?
My definite goal is to take the 1700Mhz radio from the G1 and port it to other HTC devices with the same processor such as the Diamond, Touch Pro, and HD. Doing so would enable T-Mobile US users of these devices to use T-Mobile's 3G network and not just stuck with edge which is possibly slower than Sprint's 1X. Too slow for me and quite a few others I'm sure.
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My definite goal is to take the 1700Mhz radio from the G1 and port it to other HTC devices with the same processor such as the Diamond, Touch Pro, and HD. Doing so would enable T-Mobile US users of these devices to use T-Mobile's 3G network and not just stuck with edge which is possibly slower than Sprint's 1X. Too slow for me and quite a few others I'm sure.
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Do those devices actually have 1700MHz WCDMA power amplifiers?
jashsu said:
Do those devices actually have 1700MHz WCDMA power amplifiers?
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I couldn't tell you. I'm not sure if they do or not. I guess I was hoping someone else would know the answer to that one.
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I couldn't tell you. I'm not sure if they do or not. I guess I was hoping someone else would know the answer to that one.
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Since T-Mo is the only US carrier using 1700 AWS, it's highly unlikely any handset you get outside of T-Mo will have a 1700 AWS power amp. Without the hardware for 1700 AWS (aka UMTS Band IV) none of those devices will connect to T-Mo USA's 3G network. G1 also has a power amp for 2100 MHz but I believe that is used for T-Mo's European buildout.
this seems like a very interesting project. id be interested in getting a G1 radio working on my touch pro
any new news on finding a way to dump the G1 radio rom?
Would it hurt to try to flash the Rogers Dream radio to our Dreams and see if it unlocks those magical UMTS 850 / 1900 bands? There were people screaming that it was a purely hardware limitation (reminds me of those people who said that there could be no performance benefit from overclocking, but they were wrong).
It really couldn't hurt to try, of course. Anyone got the Rogers radio lying around?
I totally agree with you If someone gets the radio update, i will flash on my dream and make the tests!
I've noticed that the radio version from Rogers is the same one from Sapphire (3.22.20.17)
duperin said:
I totally agree with you If someone gets the radio update, i will flash on my dream and make the tests!
I've noticed that the radio version from Rogers is the same one from Sapphire (3.22.20.17)
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The only problem is SPL compatibility... we don't know, and I hope nobody gets brick
UMTS on AT&T would be amazing.
coolbho3000 said:
The only problem is SPL compatibility... we don't know, and I hope nobody gets brick
UMTS on AT&T would be amazing.
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Even if I already have the latest SPL installed (1.33.2005)?
I thought the brick thing happens only if you tries to flash the SPL without the latest radio ... now I'm scared
But if the SPL reads the Rogers radio as an older radio, it would be the same effect as downgrading our radio to on older one, aka bricking the phone.(as far as we know...i don't think anyone has actually tried to downgrade radios after installing H's SPL..)
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But if the SPL reads the Rogers radio as an older radio, it would be the same effect as downgrading our radio to on older one, aka bricking the phone.(as far as we know...i don't think anyone has actually tried to downgrade radios after installing H's SPL..)
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I think someone did, they bricked.
jamesd86 said:
But if the SPL reads the Rogers radio as an older radio, it would be the same effect as downgrading our radio to on older one, aka bricking the phone.(as far as we know...i don't think anyone has actually tried to downgrade radios after installing H's SPL..)
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Someone tried the RC33 radio after successfully flashing H's SPL and bricked their phone. It's unknown if different radios would have the same effect, but it's a definite risk.
I'm curious about this myself, even though it wouldn't really help me since I use TMo. First step is to find out what radio chip both versions of the handset use, and whether simply flashing the firmware image can change the frequencies. At first guess, I would think it's possible, but at the same time I've never heard of anyone doing it.
hahahaha
you guys are hilarious
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hahahaha
you guys are hilarious
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Care to explain why?
Ahh, the demise of the XDA forums.
I am very interested in this myself. I have taken my g1 apart and it has a stand alone umts radio connected to the main board via an 80mm coaxial cable. i am not sure if it will flash but i do know that the antenna should be different. It is supossed that the anntena for the 1700 and 2100 freqs it different than the 850 1900 ones. maybe this unit could be swapped betwen phones. I am willing to test on my G1 if you can figure this out.
Maybe I am missing something you guys are saying but the Dream doesnt have a quad band umts radio. It is only set up for TMo's 1700/2100 bands. Software wouldnt help that. You would need new software AND a new radio that could connect to the ATT bands.
chuckhriczko said:
Maybe I am missing something you guys are saying but the Dream doesnt have a quad band umts radio. It is only set up for TMo's 1700/2100 bands. Software wouldnt help that. You would need new software AND a new radio that could connect to the ATT bands.
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Mmm. Kinda.
However, if the Rogers one is a Drea100 or Drea200 like the european devices, then it should have the same hardwareinside and it is possible if we can find the right combos of ROM and Radio.
oneof the good things of HTC using the qualcomm chipsets is that they are just governed by software in many cases, but the chipset has the same features...just not all activated.
Exactly. It is VERY common for a manufacturer to build one part and use software to control what features it has. CPU manufacturers have been doing it forever. Sometimes it is a question of fuse bits, which permanently disable a feature beyond recovery, though very often, its just a soft switch.
In fact, someone from google (I know they're not HTC) stated specifically upon my query (several months ago) that the hardware WAS quad band, just not enabled in software. Now how knowledgeable this fellow was, I can't say, but presumably being in the position to respond to questions publicly on google's forums, he must be required to answer questions truthfully or at least not answer at all... lies couldn't be tolerated. Unless he overstepped his bounds and his knowledge in the answer.
coolbho3000 said:
Would it hurt to try to flash the Rogers Dream radio to our Dreams and see if it unlocks those magical UMTS 850 / 1900 bands?
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Hmm...
coolbho3000 said:
It really couldn't hurt to try, of course. Anyone got the Rogers radio lying around?
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coolbho3000, meet coolbho3000.
maxawesome said:
Hmm...
coolbho3000, meet coolbho3000.
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haha
that's good
If I have an 802.11b Wi-fi NIC in my computer, installing drivers for an 802.11g version of the same NIC will not make my NIC operate at that frequency. Furthermore, if those drivers removed the capability to use 802.11b frequencies, my NIC will now no longer connect to anything.
I think at this point the question is: does the radio support all 4 data frequencies (850/1900/1700/2100).
My understanding at this point is: No.
Ask yourself -- why would HTC wait so long to release the G1 in Canada if not because they had to manufacture a phone with different radio hardware to meet Canadian broadcasting requirements?
maxawesome said:
If I have an 802.11b Wi-fi NIC in my computer, installing drivers for an 802.11g version of the same NIC will not make my NIC operate at that frequency. Furthermore, if those drivers removed the capability to use 802.11b frequencies, my NIC will now no longer connect to anything.
I think at this point the question is: does the radio support all 4 data frequencies (850/1900/1700/2100).
My understanding at this point is: No.
Ask yourself -- why would HTC wait so long to release the G1 in Canada if not because they had to manufacture a phone with different radio hardware to meet Canadian broadcasting requirements?
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The fact that it's a custom build perhaps?
the qualcom chip supports at&t frequencies BUT its output doesnt go directly to the antenna, it goes through amplifiers first... the t-mobile g1 has two amplifiers for the t-mo frequencies only... I really hope im wrong cause i have a T-mo G1 in canada and i have to spend 700$ to get 3G (which im paying anyway but only get edge). Anyways this pic might help you out...
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I trust it cause its from ubm tech:
http://ubmtechnology.com/
Here's some pictures of the guts of a Canadian HTC Dream, compared with the G1: http://img26.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=1000387n.jpg
It's the same "base" radio chip, with different numbers below. According to the Qualcomm specifications site, the chip should be able to handle ANY 3G frequencies.
I'm on the Verizon gnex ...do you think the note3 will have a thriving development community. With kitt kat coming...will updates be timely. Also with a QUALCOMM processor will unlocking the bootloader be a problem?
chefb said:
I'm on the Verizon gnex ...do you think the note3 will have a thriving development community. With kitt kat coming...will updates be timely. Also with a QUALCOMM processor will unlocking the bootloader be a problem?
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its at the point if you want to mod your phone it will be time to leave verizon. the s4 originally was hacked but a update killed that and the update i believe has not been hacked. the bootloaded will be locked on verizon....either stay and hope they crack it or speak with your money
My vote is that root will be achieved but if we get bootloader access we will have to be quick about it since Verizon WILL push an update immediately. But I suspect Verizon has Samsung really locking the bootloader up tight and using the experience they gain from every device prior on what fuses to blow.
cwalker0906 said:
its at the point if you want to mod your phone it will be time to leave verizon. the s4 originally was hacked but a update killed that and the update i believe has not been hacked. the bootloaded will be locked on verizon....either stay and hope they crack it or speak with your money
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The S4 update is rooted, but the new bootloader is still locked. A workaround is in progress.
RaptorMD said:
My vote is that root will be achieved but if we get bootloader access we will have to be quick about it since Verizon WILL push an update immediately. But I suspect Verizon has Samsung really locking the bootloader up tight and using the experience they gain from every device prior on what fuses to blow.
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You never know what's floating around on the dark corners of the internet. Pre-release kernels from shows/conference's (like IFA) N3 system dumps might already be being combed through for exploits :silly:
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The S4 update is rooted, but the new bootloader is still locked. A workaround is in progress.
You never know what's floating around on the dark corners of the internet. Pre-release kernels from shows/conference's (like IFA) N3 system dumps might already be being combed through for exploits :silly:
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One can only hope
The night is dark and full of terrors
docnok63 said:
The S4 update is
You never know what's floating around on the dark corners of the internet. Pre-release kernels from shows/conference's (like IFA) N3 system dumps might already be being combed through for exploits :silly:
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2381382
IamPro said:
The night is dark and full of terrors
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http://i.imgur.com/iY9zigm.jpg
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docnok63 said:
You never know what's floating around on the dark corners of the internet. Pre-release kernels from shows/conference's (like IFA) N3 system dumps might already be being combed through for exploits :silly:
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And so it begins...
Keep em coming!
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谢谢 来学习一下
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谢谢 来学习一下
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I'm not even sure what that means (please speak English), but if you're referring to the allegedly insecure boot.img you posted, that's possibly really good news for N9005 users. It will not help Verizon users at all as each bootloader is carrier specific.
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You heard it hear first folks: http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/0...nd-maxx-makes-flashing-custom-roms-a-reality/
SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Even if there's no way through the new Samsung security...there's already a way around it:
http://www.androidcentral.com/galax...active-now-have-safestrap-support-rom-loading
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Even if there's no way through the new Samsung security...there's already a way around it:
http://www.androidcentral.com/galax...active-now-have-safestrap-support-rom-loading
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I find this news promising... but what are the chances of there being a developer addition note...?
chefb said:
I find this news promising... but what are the chances of there being a developer addition note...?
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I'd say there's a pretty good chance. The problem, in my eyes, is that DE variants aren't released until 5-10+ weeks after the device goes to the carrier. I'd rather put my faith in the dev community and enjoy my new phone all that time. As I've said before (not sure if this thread or not), early adoption is the key to unlocking and rooting. You don't want to pick up a phone after the first OTA is released by Verizon. They'll have most certainly patched the bootloader exploit (new S4 builds are a prime example and so was the DNA).
why does your service provider verizon block custom roms? what it to them if you install what you want? sounds a bit farked to me...
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why does your service provider verizon block custom roms? what it to them if you install what you want? sounds a bit farked to me...
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They don't want you to remove the Verizon bloat preloaded on the phone and lose potential revenue.
So a lil background on me... I'm very experienced in phone rooting and the like. I work for Best Buy Mobile, and see all the new stuff well before anyone else. I played with the LG G4 a month before release and it was love at first sight. Well I ordered mine thru my concessions line I have thru work and it arrived yesterday. I opened it, activated it and immediately turned on developers options, mainly because I knew some animations were turned off. Well, I had to look at the software version, and it said "MODIFIED".
I purchased the one with the leather back. It is completely stock, I've not even attempted to try root, if we even have it yet. Did anyone else purchase theirs and it have " MODIFIED" software?
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I'm not an expert, but that font is NOT the same as on my phone. Looks like it has indeed been customized to a certain extent.
If you're displeased with it, I'd exchange it for a new one.
Mejilan said:
I'm not an expert, but that font is NOT the same as on my phone. Looks like it has indeed been customized to a certain extent.
If you're displeased with it, I'd exchange it for a new one.
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You can change the font in settings.
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My VS986 says same thing. Bought at Verizon kiosk in BJs.
Doug B.
Same here. I imagine activating Developer's Options, and/or turning on debugging does it.
Pretty sure it said Modified before I turned on Dev Opts.
Doug B.
I read somewhere in this forums that a lot of Verizon G4 users claim that it arrived as modified. They suspected that Verizon disabling some functions, such as FM radio, might have caused it and didn't double check to see the software version.
If I were you I'll contact Verizon to double check.
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Pretty sure it said Modified before I turned on Dev Opts.
Doug B.
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Either way, it doesn't mean anything. To us, regarding root, anyway.
I agree. Sounds like Verizon's build. Nothing more. That doesn't mean it doesn't suck though.
Doug B.
Just checked on my Verizon G4, and it currently says official next to software status.
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You can change the font in settings.
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Woops, sorry about that.
For some reason, I thought replacing fonts required some fancier, higher level customization options.
Probably thinking back to my old iPhone jailbreak days. /shudders
aosmer said:
Just checked on my Verizon G4, and it currently says official next to software status.
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Yeah, I have the VS986 as well, and I show "Official" under status. I have USB debugging on as well. Bought the phone at Verizon this past Sunday
aosmer said:
Just checked on my Verizon G4, and it currently says official next to software status.
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When/where did you get it?
Doug B.
spotmark said:
Same here. I imagine activating Developer's Options, and/or turning on debugging does it.
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Mine def said modified before I did that. It just struck me as odd. Idk why it would say that.
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I bought mine from a Verizon store (not third party) on day 1. I have used Developer Options, USB Debugging, and connected via adb, and my software still says Official. Build is LMY47D, Config is J14.LGE.VS986.0
Yea I'm def not sure why mine says that at all. Mine was shipped to me. I guess it's nothing to really worry about really. Phone flies like I knew it would lol
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When/where did you get it?
Doug B.
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I picked it up 6/15 at my local Best Buy.
Mine says official.
I picked up mine from Verizon on Saturday, says "Official" .. enabled Developer mode .. rebooted .. still says "Official".
As stated on other threads, 'Modified' or 'Official' doesn't mean anything here.
The last time I had an HTC phone, HTC provided a bootloader unlocking tool for phones bought on contract through carriers. Is this still the case? I'd probably end up having a Verizon model.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-10/how-to/unlockable-bootloader-t3357220
The GSM version will be unlockable. Unknown if Verizon will screw that up or not.
Responding to my question, Jeff Gordon - Senior Global Online Communications Manager at HTC Corp said:
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God dam it. What is this bs with unlockable bootloader lately. This was my #1 choice. Now I guess I'll have to wait for the next nexus.
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@nitramus I think you have misread. For the 10 if you buy direct from HTC, it looks like the bootloader will be unlocked out of the box. If you buy from a service provider, it may be locked, but can be unlocked via the HTC website.
Might be because English is not my primary language but when I read this what I get is that it can not be unlocked.
nitramus said:
Might be because English is not my primary language but when I read this what I get is that it can not be unlocked.
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Yeah, you're not reading it correctly. HTC is still offering dev unlocking. You will be able to unlock it.
Sweet, thanks!
Awesome news, I hope verizon doesn't screw this up...
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gleggie said:
Awesome news, I hope verizon doesn't screw this up...
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Verizon branded devices are NOT unlockable through HTC Dev. Verizon requests that HTC block their branded devices from that service. Verizon users must rely on Java card or software exploits such as sunshine to be updated to work with the 10.
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Verizon branded devices are NOT unlockable through HTC Dev. Verizon requests that HTC block their branded devices from that service. Verizon users must rely on Java card or software exploits such as sunshine to be updated to work with the 10.
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Thanks for the info, would a carrier unlocked HTC 10 work on Verizon? I've been hearing mixed information
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Thanks for the info, would a carrier unlocked HTC 10 work on Verizon? I've been hearing mixed information
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That's kind of tough to answer. First, according to the specs on HTC's page it does have the correct LTE and CDMA radios to work on Verizon. That being said, you would still have to get the device activated on Verizon's Network and that can be difficult with devices Verizon does not carry.
Second, responses from official HTC employees (e.g. Mo Versi and others) state that you will need to purchase the Verizon branded model, once available, to get full support. Seems to be intentionally vague. The answer to your question: it may well work and it may well not, you have to roll the dice to find out.
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That's kind of tough to answer. First, according to the specs on HTC's page it does have the correct LTE and CDMA radios to work on Verizon. That being said, you would still have to get the device activated on Verizon's Network and that can be difficult with devices Verizon does not carry.
Second, responses from official HTC employees (e.g. Mo Versi and others) state that you will need to purchase the Verizon branded model, once available, to get full support. Seems to be intentionally vague. The answer to your question: it may well work and it may well not, you have to roll the dice to find out.
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I'm wondering if someone will figure out how to trick Verizon into thinking the unlocked version is one of its own.
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I'm wondering if someone will figure out how to trick Verizon into thinking the unlocked version is one of its own.
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You'd need to change the device CID to match Verizon's to trick them. For that, s-off is required, bootloader unlock will not give required access to change that.