I'm having problems flashing roms to my device,
My baseband version is I337MVLUAMDJ
I'm seeing MDC, and MDL, but nothing on MDJ.
is this a rare type of baseband?
when i flash any rom, i get the reboot cycle.
i've cleared cache/wiped data etc.
mlkemac said:
I'm having problems flashing roms to my device,
My baseband version is I337MVLUAMDJ
I'm seeing MDC, and MDL, but nothing on MDJ.
is this a rare type of baseband?
when i flash any rom, i get the reboot cycle.
i've cleared cache/wiped data etc.
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its not a rare baseband, its just the last OTA rogers released soon after launch, i have it since day 1
I have the same band on my Fido S4, too.
mlkemac said:
I'm having problems flashing roms to my device,
My baseband version is I337MVLUAMDJ
I'm seeing MDC, and MDL, but nothing on MDJ.
is this a rare type of baseband?
when i flash any rom, i get the reboot cycle.
i've cleared cache/wiped data etc.
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Fido = Rogers
Sent from my SGH-I337M using Tapatalk 2
mlkemac said:
I'm having problems flashing roms to my device,
My baseband version is I337MVLUAMDJ
I'm seeing MDC, and MDL, but nothing on MDJ.
is this a rare type of baseband?
when i flash any rom, i get the reboot cycle.
i've cleared cache/wiped data etc.
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I have the same baseband and I was able to flash cm10.1 just fine using twrp
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Has anybody above unlocked your s4?
Thanks.
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ma678 said:
Has anybody above unlocked your s4?
Thanks.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
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Yup im rooted and on a different from. I used the tool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2298299 worked great.
cantwin said:
Yup im rooted and on a different from. I used the tool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2298299 worked great.
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Rooting and unlocking are two different things.
Rooting = full access to the android system.
Unlocking = network unlocking, so you can use the Robbers S4 on AT&T or another network.
ma678 said:
Has anybody above unlocked your s4?
Thanks.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
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i unlocked mine with THIS guide. confirmed working, my buddy's Telus usim works in my Rogers handset.
It didn't work on my Fido S4.
xtechx said:
i unlocked mine with THIS guide. confirmed working, my buddy's Telus usim works in my Rogers handset.
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Hey guys,
I used the above guys and managed to install CM 10.2 and it works.. okay.. I have to admit that I want to go back and try a debloated TW Rom again so that I can use the multiwindow, roaming and camera support that comes with the phone.
The biggest issue I have noticed that a number of ROMS do NOT show up in my Goo-Manager. I am guessing it is because of my MDJ Base-band. I have done some searching but cannot find any note of changing from MDJ - to MDL and therefore opening up some ROMS like CleanROM.
Please let me know if you have done anything like this before.
Cheers
Travis
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Hi guys,
I recently bought the nexus 4 (4.2.2 , Baseband : .48) but like some others i am having problems with phone calls. I can receive and make them but cannot hear anything when i do (a dial or voices). Skype,Viber etc works no problem so it is just GSM calls. My sim card works in other phones perfectly. Other peoples sim cards do not work in my phone, so it is not my sim or carrier and must be the phone.
So now i want to downgrade to 4.2.1 in the hope it will fix whatever the problem is. I was hoping someone could help me with the most basic straight forward solution. I have nothing on the phone as it is brand new, so backing up data doesn't matter. All i want to do is put 4.2.1 on it.
I have a mac.
Thanks in advance
Before downgrading go to settings > Apps > All > Phone > clear cache and clear data. See if that fixes it.
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shakey789 said:
Hi guys,
I recently bought the nexus 4 (4.2.2 , Baseband : .48) but like some others i am having problems with phone calls. I can receive and make them but cannot hear anything when i do (a dial or voices). Skype,Viber etc works no problem so it is just GSM calls. My sim card works in other phones perfectly. Other peoples sim cards do not work in my phone, so it is not my sim or carrier and must be the phone.
So now i want to downgrade to 4.2.1 in the hope it will fix whatever the problem is. I was hoping someone could help me with the most basic straight forward solution. I have nothing on the phone as it is brand new, so backing up data doesn't matter. All i want to do is put 4.2.1 on it.
I have a mac.
Thanks in advance
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Nothing will help either change the phone or try other carriers.
I have been facing this problem and tried everything, sadly i am in india and bought the phone from US.
You can give a try to .33 radio and there is a fix in original android development forum by name Fix for no in call audio.
That didnt work for me, try if it works for you and also let me know as well.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
Download the .48 baseband and flash it via recovery. Your in call audio should definitely return.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2087227
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Void warranty?
scream4cheese said:
Download the .48 baseband and flash it via recovery. Your in call audio should definitely return.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2087227
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Thanks for all the replies... If i flash the baseband only will it void the warranty . There is alot of talk about 4.3 been released soon so i am tempted to wait for it either...
shakey789 said:
Thanks for all the replies... If i flash the baseband only will it void the warranty . There is alot of talk about 4.3 been released soon so i am tempted to wait for it either...
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You already unlocked the boot loader and installed a recovery..so therefore your phone has already voided the warranty. lol.
You need the .48 baseband nevertheless. That baseband comes with the 4.2.2 update.
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scream4cheese said:
You already unlocked the boot loader and installed a recovery..so therefore your phone has already voided the warranty. lol.
You need the .48 baseband nevertheless. That baseband comes with the 4.2.2 update.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
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I haven't done anything to my phone yet.
shakey789 said:
I haven't done anything to my phone yet.
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Oh my bad. Lol
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
Warranty isn't voided. Does it say its voided when you unlock the bootloader? Yeah. but in reality, it really isn't.
If anything, you can always fastboot flash back to stock and relock the bootloader.
If you were on a HTC device and you unlocked your bootloader via HTCDev..... then yes your bootloader voided your warranty but since this is a Nexus device. There is no way for them to know that you did lock your bootloader.
I honestly think its a software problem and has nothing to do with the phone itself.
zephiK said:
Warranty isn't voided. Does it say its voided when you unlock the bootloader? Yeah. but in reality, it really isn't.
If anything, you can always fastboot flash back to stock and relock the bootloader.
If you were on a HTC device and you unlocked your bootloader via HTCDev..... then yes your bootloader voided your warranty but since this is a Nexus device. There is no way for them to know that you did lock your bootloader.
I honestly think its a software problem and has nothing to do with the phone itself.
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I tried flashing the .48 and .33 radios... Neither done anything
shakey789 said:
I tried flashing the .48 and .33 radios... Neither done anything
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Try. 54
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randomnoob83 said:
Try. 54
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Just tried .54 . No good either. This is so frustrating. I've tried flashing the system and boot img now too I live in Ireland and bought the phone from America so returning isn't an option anymore either
EDIT ** Just done adb sideload and put 4.2.2 back on to my nexus in a hope that might fix it but it didnt.
CANNOT find a damn old 4.1.2 rom so that I can downgrade my Canadian Rogers Samsung S4 to unlock it.
Please help!!
Thanks!
Goto sammobile.com. You'll have to register but it's free. You can get the firmware there.
jd1639 said:
Goto sammobile.com. You'll have to register but it's free. You can get the firmware there.
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I only see 4.2.2.. am I blind
lakergreat1 said:
I only see 4.2.2.. am I blind
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Hope, not blind. I just looked too. You sure you need 4.1.2. Usually you just need to be on stock firmware. I'm not even sure if the i337m ever came with it
jd1639 said:
Hope, not blind. I just looked too. You sure you need 4.1.2. Usually you just need to be on stock firmware. I'm not even sure if the i337m ever came with it
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Well I know there has been at least one firmware upgrade, because that upgrade to 4.2.2 allowed me to move apps to my sd card.
BUT with 4.2.2 I cannot unlock my S4. So like I did with S3, I want to downgrade it to unlock.
lakergreat1 said:
Well I know there has been at least one firmware upgrade, because that upgrade to 4.2.2 allowed me to move apps to my sd card.
BUT with 4.2.2 I cannot unlock my S4. So like I did with S3, I want to downgrade it to unlock.
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Pretty sure that was the mdj to mg1 upgrade, both were 4.2.2
jd1639 said:
Pretty sure that was the mdj to mg1 upgrade, both were 4.2.2
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Hmm.. well can I downgrade to that?
Have you unlocked yours? Assuming you have the same model?
lakergreat1 said:
Hmm.. well can I downgrade to that?
Have you unlocked yours? Assuming you have the same model?
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I'm assuming you want to try one of the free unlock methods? I'd stay away from them. You're only allowed so many attempts, I think it's 5, and then you're screwed and it won't let you unlock.
If you're going to buy an unlock or get it from your carrier then mdj or mg1 firmware will work fine
jd1639 said:
I'm assuming you want to try one of the free unlock methods? I'd stay away from them. You're only allowed so many attempts, I think it's 5, and then you're screwed and it won't let you unlock.
If you're going to buy an unlock or get it from your carrier then mdj or mg1 firmware will work fine
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fine to pay for one.. any you recommend? don't really want to pay 20-30.. but 5-10 i'm happy to pay
lakergreat1 said:
fine to pay for one.. any you recommend? don't really want to pay 20-30.. but 5-10 i'm happy to pay
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A lot of people on xda have used fastgsm with success.
jd1639 said:
A lot of people on xda have used fastgsm with success.
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I don't really get the difference between the 14.99 and 39.99
http://www.fastgsm.com/en/samsung/i337m/unlock-code/unlocking
Do they both all ALL carriers once the process is done? One is just a code and one is usb??
lakergreat1 said:
I don't really get the difference between the 14.99 and 39.99
http://www.fastgsm.com/en/samsung/i337m/unlock-code/unlocking
Do they both all ALL carriers once the process is done? One is just a code and one is usb??
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I unlocked so many phones with free methods
Never had any issues and it's permanent
Just downgrade to the oldest 4.2.2 (no 4.1 for s4 ever) rom you can find for Rogers on sammobile. It will work . Just follow guide and your save
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crzygrmn said:
I unlocked so many phones with free methods
Never had any issues and it's permanent
Just downgrade to the oldest 4.2.2 (no 4.1 for s4 ever) rom you can find for Rogers on sammobile. It will work . Just follow guide and your save
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Could you please share with us. which oldest 4.2.2 rom did you downgrade to for S4 I337MVLUAMG1?
I did downgrade to I337MVLUAMDJ and got service menu but after phone reset it's still asking for unlock code.
Thanks
Yes it's the one ending uamdj
Follow the steps and it works
Complete clean Odin install
Hit thanks if I helped you
crzygrmn said:
Yes it's the one ending uamdj
Follow the steps and it works
Complete clean Odin install
Hit thanks if I helped you
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What process did you use crzygrmn?
I've tried this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41580940&postcount=18
and this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2285431
Using Model SGH-I337M - 4.2.2
Baseband - I337MVLUAMDJ
Kernel - 3.4.0-517283
Build - JDQ39.I337MVLUAMDJ
the *#276 one does nothing and *#0011# only brings me to rx/tx screen, and back button won't allow me to get the screen to select Perso Options
lakergreat1 said:
What process did you use crzygrmn?
I've tried this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41580940&postcount=18
and this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2285431
Using Model SGH-I337M - 4.2.2
Baseband - I337MVLUAMDJ
Kernel - 3.4.0-517283
Build - JDQ39.I337MVLUAMDJ
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To downgrade follow this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
And then follow the links you posted
Hit thanks if I helped you. sent from my SGH-I337M using xda app
crzygrmn said:
Yes it's the one ending uamdj
Follow the steps and it works
Complete clean Odin install
Hit thanks if I helped you
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Thanks, but I had already tried it. still asking for unlock code (S4 I337M)
jasontran2010 said:
Thanks, but I had already tried it. still asking for unlock code (S4 I337M)
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Sorry for that.
The only way I can help you now is if your in Winnipeg
Sent from my GT-I9505G using xda app-developers app
I picked up a s4 originally from bell with the original firmware and was unable to unlock using the free method. no idea why some are able to and others are not.
Sent from my Nexus 10
Well it depends. Newer phones come with new firmware
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Hi All,
I just got my Galaxy S4 GT-I9507 (optus AU) and noticed there is not much reference to it here.
Does anyone know if the guides for root, flashing etc are compatible with this model and if there are any limitations on loading a custom rom?
Thanks
opelcalibra said:
Hi All,
I just got my Galaxy S4 GT-I9507 (optus AU) and noticed there is not much reference to it here.
Does anyone know if the guides for root, flashing etc are compatible with this model and if there are any limitations on loading a custom rom?
Thanks
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does no else have this model?
un
opelcalibra said:
does no else have this model?
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I just received my 9507 this morning from Virgin (AU) (who use Optus network) as a replacement for my dead screen 9505.
Any luck with digging up more information? Have you tried flashing?
i9507
MisterPok said:
I just received my 9507 this morning from Virgin (AU) (who use Optus network) as a replacement for my dead screen 9505.
Any luck with digging up more information? Have you tried flashing?
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I got the same one (i9507) and can't find any info on how to root or install a custom rom?
Any one done this before??
i found this on whirlpool, but i havent tried it
User #529198 85 posts
CantThinkOfAUsername
Participant
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posted 2013-Oct-29, 3:06 pm
CantThinkOfAUsername writes...
Anyone? Is there no root for the Galaxy S4 i9507? Would it work through Odin like it would i9505 as it has the same chipset?
Since no one replied, I decided to take a risk. I was able to root my i9507 with the CF-ROOT made for i9505. I will also risk installing a custom rom and get back to you with an update!
Yeh saw that post...
Did anyone else try it?
Sent from my GT-I9507 using xda app-developers app
I was able to root, install CWM 6.0.3.2 and flash a CM 11 port using the same tools and techniques for the GT-I9505.
thanks for the info. any issues? anything that is not working?
Everything runs well, no issues.
mylobuoy said:
I was able to root, install CWM 6.0.3.2 and flash a CM 11 port using the same tools and techniques for the GT-I9505.
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What method did you use to root and install a custom recovery?
I'n trying to flash the cf auto chainfire using odin, but i'm being told off for there being no PIT file supposedly.
EDIT: Disregard that, the issue appears to be that I had my cable plugged into a USB 3.0 port.
Flashing any modem on this variant is next to impossible.
Flashing roms is fine, but i can't seem to flash any modems lol.
Same here all 4.4 roms lose signal as soon as I out the device to sleep. I need to reboot to get optus coverage again. I could not flash any modem. I think we need a 4.3 compatible modem to come out for the 9507
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opelcalibra said:
Same here all 4.4 roms lose signal as soon as I out the device to sleep. I need to reboot to get optus coverage again. I could not flash any modem. I think we need a 4.3 compatible modem to come out for the 9507
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I think what u need guys is wait a lil bit the DEVS become to create correct thread for this smartphone and dont start to "mod" ur phone without know what the hell u are doing. Its better always have one smartphone that one paperweight. Its my council anyway :highfive:
RE: Reboot
opelcalibra said:
Same here all 4.4 roms lose signal as soon as I out the device to sleep. I need to reboot to get optus coverage again. I could not flash any modem. I think we need a 4.3 compatible modem to come out for the 9507
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Hi,
I have been playing around with a few Roms some work most don't, The signal loss can be temp fixed by putting the mobile into Aircraft mode or turning off the data then re starting the programs.
Hopefully our i9507 Modem problem will be fixed soon (with the help of the genius`s on this forum)
I just received my I9507 today, it updated to 4.3 when I connected it to my WiFi.
I enabled Developer options by tapping on the build number...
I want to root it, but haven't tried anything else yet...
I have since rooted it by following this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2577856
IT_Scooter said:
I just received my I9507 today, it updated to 4.3 when I connected it to my WiFi.
I enabled Developer options by tapping on the build number...
I want to root it, but haven't tried anything else yet...
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Hi.
Ive rooted my S4 GT-I9507 (optus AU) 4.3 using CF-Auto-Root. Take a look at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219803
Thanks XDA
Cellular issues
steve.j.brown said:
Hi.
Ive rooted my S4 GT-I9507 (optus AU) 4.3 using CF-Auto-Root. Take a look at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219803
Thanks XDA
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Are you getting the data dropouts like others stated?
Really want to root my gt-i9597 but worried the aus band will get lost ect.
Also what about knox or whatever that voids your warranty is there any way around that?
Ps1Ly said:
Are you getting the data dropouts like others stated?
Really want to root my gt-i9597 but worried the aus band will get lost ect.
Also what about knox or whatever that voids your warranty is there any way around that?
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Hi
Tried some kit kat roms a while ago and had dropouts so I updated to stock JB.... 4.3. I haven't noticed any drop-outs since.
Knox is a hardware level issue. It cannot be reset and it will void your warranty. What I understand is that once
your phone is rooted the knox displayed when entering download mode goes from 0*1. Have a look at this thread to explain knox.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2577856
And previous post for how to root...... Im assuming a typo i9597 is i9507
If you use a smart dock >>>I've had some issues with cpu temps and charging when docked in the smart dock.
cpu temps have been excess of 80c and not charging when the charge icon is displayed.
I used an aftermarket usb charger from jaycar and removed a usb extension cable to try to minimises voltage drop.
And also removed a heap of bloatware with android tuner. So far so good.
Thanks for heads with the thread replies Fella's, Thought I'd be stuck out in the world, with a a standard 4G samsung phone.. Eeeek!
Thanks for GTi9505 CF Root via odin... Couldnt be easier, and something in the setup reported it had disabled knox Too!
This Custom recovery worked for me!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2397108
And I was able to get rid of the Optus Boot animation with this S5 animation... I was on 4.3 though,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51373110&postcount=319
Thought it may help someone to post here that the modem files for the GT-I9507 have been posted in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2577856&page=5
Posted by: opelcalibra
Hi, I've been reading a lot of posts and finally got courage to ask if there's a way to do a international unlock on Sprint Samsung Galaxy S4 running stock NG2, i already tried to downgrade to MF9 but couldn't pass in odin.
Any thoughts?
mbwprod said:
Hi, I've been reading a lot of posts and finally got courage to ask if there's a way to do a international unlock on Sprint Samsung Galaxy S4 running stock NG2, i already tried to downgrade to MF9 but couldn't pass in odin.
Any thoughts?
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I would really like to know this as well I got caught up in the MF9 boot loop. Fixed that then tried to go MJA MDC MF9 and broke thing horribly. Just trying to get my Sprint Samsung S4 SPH-L720 over to T-mobile or at&t. Someone that could point us in the right direction with getting NG2 unlocked Internationally then domestically
mbwprod said:
Hi, I've been reading a lot of posts and finally got courage to ask if there's a way to do a international unlock on Sprint Samsung Galaxy S4 running stock NG2, i already tried to downgrade to MF9 but couldn't pass in odin.
Any thoughts?
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Mozze3291 said:
I would really like to know this as well I got caught up in the MF9 boot loop. Fixed that then tried to go MJA MDC MF9 and broke thing horribly. Just trying to get my Sprint Samsung S4 SPH-L720 over to T-mobile or at&t. Someone that could point us in the right direction with getting NG2 unlocked Internationally then domestically
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Looks like neither of ya'll read enough. Well follow this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703955
There are other similar threads to search and read on.
Once we got the 4.3 MJA update. There was when out bootloader got locked by knox security from Samsung. We can't downgrade to any firmware by Odin but we can downgrade by ROMs just not the bootloader. You either need to use the firmware you are using to restore or update to a newer firmware.
Side comment. I still don't know why would you buy a specific phone for a carrier and use it for another carrier. Doesn't make sense.
Sent from my SPH-L720
ROMANTiC KiD said:
Looks like neither of ya'll read enough. Well follow this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703955
There are other similar threads to search and read on.
Once we got the 4.3 MJA update. There was when out bootloader got locked by knox security from Samsung. We can't downgrade to any firmware by Odin but we can downgrade by ROMs just not the bootloader. You either need to use the firmware you are using to restore or update to a newer firmware.
Side comment. I still don't know why would you buy a specific phone for a carrier and use it for another carrier. Doesn't make sense.
Sent from my SPH-L720
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It's all about pennies, here in Mexico it's almost 1/3 of retail price if you bring a smartphone from USA and unlock it
mbwprod said:
It's all about pennies, here in Mexico it's almost 1/3 of retail price if you bring a smartphone from USA and unlock it
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But why use a CMDA phone with a GSM carrier?
Sent from my SPH-L720
ROMANTiC KiD said:
But why use a CMDA phone with a GSM carrier?
Sent from my SPH-L720
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First of all thanks for the thread you provided, it helped me to get my phone unlocked and working on Telcel Mexico Carrier, but i can't make 3g service work, i think i screwed some ServiceMode Settings, is there any way to reset them to default and start over?
Thanks in advance
mbwprod said:
First of all thanks for the thread you provided, it helped me to get my phone unlocked and working on Telcel Mexico Carrier, but i can't make 3g service work, i think i screwed some ServiceMode Settings, is there any way to reset them to default and start over?
Thanks in advance
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You might want to Odin back to stock ng2 and do a factory reset. Also have you change your apns? That could be why you aren't getting 3g.
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ROMANTiC KiD said:
You might want to Odin back to stock ng2 and do a factory reset. Also have you change your apns? That could be why you aren't getting 3g.
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I just did that and several apps (Internet, S Voice, S Wave) keep crashing after restart) also the ServiceMode Settings remain unchanged. Please help me here, I'm starting to panic!
I know there are 100 different threads on both of these subjects but they are out of date, cluttered, and unorganized. So my question is, can I unlock the bootloader on this thing and root it, or not? Here's some info:
Model: C6606
Carrier: T-Mobile
Android Version: 4.3
Build Number: 10.4.C.0.814
Any help is greatly appreciated.
spc_hicks09 said:
I know there are 100 different threads on both of these subjects but they are out of date, cluttered, and unorganized. So my question is, can I unlock the bootloader on this thing and root it, or not? Here's some info:
Model: C6606
Carrier: T-Mobile
Android Version: 4.3
Build Number: 10.4.C.0.814
Any help is greatly appreciated.
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*#*#7378423#*#*, then Service Info> Configuration (I guess).
If there is written Bootloader unlock allowed: YES, then you can proceed futher for bootloader unlock proccess,
If there is written Bootloader unlock allowed: NO, then your bootloader is hard-locked and you can't unlock it, it's impossible to make it unlockable.
If there is written Bootloader unlocked: YES, then congratulations, you've unlocked your bootloader!
If your status is YES and you want to get tutorial, how to unlock it, quote my message and I'll reply regarding your question.
Hope I helped
The C6606 has a non-unlockable bootloader. You can look in the service menu as explained above, but it's definitely permanently locked.
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kingvortex said:
The C6606 has a non-unlockable bootloader. You can look in the service menu as explained above, but it's definitely permanently locked.
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Well that was a waste of $130 then. What about root, recovery and ROMs? Any hope for that?
Got rooted by using TowelRootv3, now to see if TWRP can be installed and such. I'm guessing the locked bootloader just keeps me from flashing kernels on this phone right?
spc_hicks09 said:
Got rooted by using TowelRootv3, now to see if TWRP can be installed and such. I'm guessing the locked bootloader just keeps me from flashing kernels on this phone right?
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You can use XZDualRecovery.
Yes, you're correct. You cannot flash custom kernels so can't flash any custom rom that requires a custom kernel, such as CM, AOSP etc.
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I have a C6606 with a custom ROM and use TWRP. I run Rajeevs 4.4.4 ROM with no issues.
As mentioned before no custom kernels with locked bootloader. Stock based only.
deerhurst said:
I have a C6606 with a custom ROM and use TWRP. I run Rajeevs 4.4.4 ROM with no issues.
As mentioned before no custom kernels with locked bootloader. Stock based only.
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Data, WiFi and WiFi Calling aren't an issue?
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spc_hicks09 said:
Data, WiFi and WiFi Calling aren't an issue?
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Data and wifi are fine. I've never used wifi calling since I have unlimited talk and text and have cell service most of the time and don't really care when I don't and wifi is not available when I have no cell service. I know I no longer have wifi calling apps or what not. I finally have no t-mobile junk on my phone. It is nice.
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Data and wifi are fine. I've never used wifi calling since I have unlimited talk and text and have cell service most of the time and don't really care when I don't and wifi is not available when I have no cell service. I know I no longer have wifi calling apps or what not. I finally have no t-mobile junk on my phone. It is nice.
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Thanks for the input, guess I will check that ROM out. Been trying to get a recovery installed to no avail.
His ROM has TWRP in it. Install XZDual Recovery, back everything up and follow his instructions. I like his ROMs the best because there is no need to flash the kernel separately. My last Z bricked its self about 3 reboots after flashing a stock kernel with the flashtool.
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His ROM has TWRP in it. Install XZDual Recovery, back everything up and follow his instructions. I like his ROMs the best because there is no need to flash the kernel separately. My last Z bricked its self about 3 reboots after flashing a stock kernel with the flashtool.
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My guess is that I have to flash a new firmware before flashing this ROM right? I'm on 4.3 right now.
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Nope. Your ROM version is android 4.3 right now. Flashing the new ROM will update the necessary stuff. On first startup you might see messages like updating NFC drivers and so on.
deerhurst said:
Nope. Your ROM version is android 4.3 right now. Flashing the new ROM will update the necessary stuff. On first startup you might see messages like updating NFC drivers and so on.
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Awesome thanks man! Installing dual recovery now and getting ready to flash.
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No worries. Let know if you need anything else Rajeev's 4.4.4 aroma rom is a great place to start and is very bug free.
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No worries. Let know if you need anything else Rajeev's 4.4.4 aroma rom is a great place to start and is very bug free.
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Well I can't get recovery installed because I can't find fastboot drivers. Tried downloading flashtool and it won't even start downloading. Any help on that would be greatly appreciated.
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Hmm. I never needed flashtool. If you are rooted I believe there is one that you download the app, install it and have it install the recovery. I just got off work after the shift from hell and 12 days on and another 9 to look forward to so Im going to bed. Ill look for the one I am talking about when I get up if you have not found it by the. It will be in the dev area here.
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Hmm. I never needed flashtool. If you are rooted I believe there is one that you download the app, install it and have it install the recovery. I just got off work after the shift from hell and 12 days on and another 9 to look forward to so Im going to bed. Ill look for the one I am talking about when I get up if you have not found it by the. It will be in the dev area here.
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Don't worry about it, get some rest. I got everything going now. Just needed the ADB files (not fastboot) and I got recovery installed, making a backup and will be flashing shortly. Thanks again for all your help man!
This is why I asked about data. After flashing the ROM, I had no data at all. I didn't know I had to manually add the APN myself.
Also, none of those ROMs contain a radio that has a baseband that allows T-Mobile LTE. If you're on T-Mobile, you're stuck with 3G or H+. So it looks like I'll be sticking with stock from now on.
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This is why I asked about data. After flashing the ROM, I had no data at all. I didn't know I had to manually add the APN myself.
Also, none of those ROMs contain a radio that has a baseband that allows T-Mobile LTE. If you're on T-Mobile, you're stuck with 3G or H+. So it looks like I'll be sticking with stock from now on.
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Youll have LTE. Everyone told me I would not but I always did. I always had to go into settings and download the data settings.