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I am looking to buy a new LG G2 to use on AT&T network with LTE support, so I assume my options are AT&T version or T-Mobile version (which I heard is compatible with AT&T LTE). Which of the two versions (on the latest firmware) can be bootloader-unlocked and supports CM11?
Thanks!
neither and both
How would you install CM11 on a locked bootloader?
I will alway prefer international version
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Just root the phone, then you will be able to install cm11 or any other ROM for those models. Don't worry about the bootloader stuff.
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The bootloader is locked however an exploit was found in early versions of the firmware which allows custom recovery/kernel/rom to be installed. Advised that you don't take OTAs directly as you could loose the option in future bootloader versions.
International version +1
Hocius said:
International version +1
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International version doesn't support AT&T's LTE which is a deal breaker for me
Hi all. I'm plannig to buy ZTE Axon 7 from US. but I've some questions;
1. What is the code name of US version or EU Version like A2017U?
2. I like flashing custom rom etc, is it problem for different version or all files or roms are competible with all versions?
3. Are there any different except bands between EU-US version?
RealSchule said:
Hi all. I'm plannig to buy ZTE Axon 7 from US. but I've some questions;
1. What is the code name of US version or EU Version like A2017U?
2. I like flashing custom rom etc, is it problem for different version or all files or roms are competible with all versions?
3. Are there any different except bands between EU-US version?
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1) China = A2017, USA = A2017U, EU = A2017G
2) The only one you can flash on is A2017U as it has an unlocked bootloader but you lose the passport 2.0 warranty if you do this.
3) No differences except there is volume limits on the EU version which people forget about because of EU law and physically on the back of the device the US version says Axon underneath the fingerprint and EU does not.
rikin93 said:
1) China = A2017, USA = A2017U, EU = A2017G
2) The only one you can flash on is A2017U as it has an unlocked bootloader but you lose the passport 2.0 warranty if you do this.
3) No differences except there is volume limits on the EU version which people forget about because of EU law and physically on the back of the device the US version says Axon underneath the fingerprint and EU does not.
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first of all, thanks for responding. I'll use it on Turkey, so i have no warranty already. it is not problem for me. So there is no different between versions, i can flash all developments for all version. it is not matter, right?
RealSchule said:
first of all, thanks for responding. I'll use it on Turkey, so i have no warranty already. it is not problem for me. So there is no different between versions, i can flash all developments for all version. it is not matter, right?
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No you can currently only flash on the US version due to it being the only one with unlocked bootloader.
rikin93 said:
No you can currently only flash on the US version due to it being the only one with unlocked bootloader.
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But there is twrp too. I can flash it too when I unlock bootloader right?
rikin93 said:
No you can currently only flash on the US version due to it being the only one with unlocked bootloader.
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But there is twrp too so can I flash twrp after unlock bootloader right?
There is a way to flash TWRP on the European model without unlocking the bootloader (http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/development/wip-axon-7-root-bootloader-unlokced-t3441204), and use it to root, but currently there is no way to flash custom ROMs (like the CM13 alpha) on the European model.
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There is a way to flash TWRP on the European model without unlocking the bootloader (http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/development/wip-axon-7-root-bootloader-unlokced-t3441204), and use it to root, but currently there is no way to flash custom ROMs (like the CM13 alpha) on the European model.
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i'll buy US version. EU model is not important for me
Well last night a bootloader unlock was released for both models but noone has tried it yet for the EU model so noone knows if it works and im hesitant to try it first as i use it as my daily driver. If it does work then you can flash roms.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-how-to-unlock-bootloader-stay-t3461165
rikin93 said:
Well last night a bootloader unlock was released for both models but noone has tried it yet for the EU model so noone knows if it works and im hesitant to try it first as i use it as my daily driver. If it does work then you can flash roms.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-how-to-unlock-bootloader-stay-t3461165
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there is a way to unlock bootloader already?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/bootloader-unlock-t3437778
RealSchule said:
there is a way to unlock bootloader already?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/bootloader-unlock-t3437778
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That method only works on the US model. The European model is different. Nobody has tried the new bootloader unlock method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-how-to-unlock-bootloader-stay-t3461165) on the European model yet.
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That method only works on the US model. The European model is different. Nobody has tried the new bootloader unlock method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-how-to-unlock-bootloader-stay-t3461165) on the European model yet.
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i'll buy US version mate. i want to know that can i install all firmwares or recovery etc for EU or CN version. Maybe stock firmware is not competible with each other but i can backup my stock rom it is not problem.
RealSchule said:
i'll buy US version mate. i want to know that can i install all firmwares or recovery etc for EU or CN version. Maybe stock firmware is not competible with each other but i can backup my stock rom it is not problem.
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Someone was able to flash the European model's firmware on the US model, but as suspected, it broke the modem. You'll have to manually backup the modem from the US model, then flash the European firmware, and then restore the US model's modem in order to have network connectivity.
Make sure to read the entire topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/info-successfully-flashed-a2017g-b02-to-t3451817
RealSchule said:
so i have no warranty already. it is not problem for me.
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It's not problem for you? Come on man!!! you always yelling at me that i bought phones with no warranty from china ... now you say warranty is not important to you? I guess end of the world is soon :silly:
Are A2017(Chinese) , A2017U(US) and A2017G(Global) three different device model numbers (hardware wise)?
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Are they three different firmware numbers that can be flashed on same hardware device?
They are different devices for different regions
And with the locked bootloader they aren't able to be flashed to different region.
Each have different bands for phone too...
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They are different devices for different regions
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Thank you for the quick response.
So I presume the A2017G global firmware cannot be flashed on c Hines model A2017.
I am planning to buy the chinese model A2017 for use in Singapore. I Have verified that it does support the LTE network bands used by Singapore telcos. The seller on aliexpress confirmed that it will work in singapore and has English language and all Google apps
Would that be a wise thing to do or should I buy the global device model A2017G?
Would you happen to know out of A2017 and A2017G, which model has better
Dev support on xda? (From the perspective of rooting, unlocking, AOSP Roms etc)
darshanoza said:
Are A2017(Chinese) , A2017U(US) and A2017G(Global) three different device model numbers (hardware wise)?
OR
Are they three different firmware numbers that can be flashed on same hardware device?
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Both.
Hardware-wise, the three models are banded differently, and support different cellular connections. For example, the US and China models have CDMA support, while the Global model is not banded for CDMA. The three models have differing LTE bands as well (US model tailored to LTE bands used in North America, Global model tailored to bands used in Europe/Asia, etc).
Software-wise, they're pretty similar, but there are some differences. For example, the Global model has lowered audio output (compared to US model) potentially due to EU regulations. On the flip-side, the Global model has a special menu option for "Glove Mode", to make the phone easier to use when you're wearing gloves, which is omitted from the US model. The US model has an included theme called "Stock Android", which is missing from the China and Global models. The China model does not come with Google Play services by default, because China.
Support-wise, ZTE USA has a community forum that employees participate in to answer questions and whatnot, as does ZTE China. ZTE Europe, however, does not seem to, and can only be contacted via phone/email.
Someone here on XDA was able to flash the Global model's ROM on a US model, but had to specifically flash the US model's modem in order to get cellular working. However, it might have been because the US model can be bootloader unlocked, so the US model can be flashed with other ROMs. The Global and China models don't have official bootloader unlock yet (I'm not entirely sure if the unofficial method posted here on XDA works on the Global and China models)
Thank you for the detailed response. Much appreciated.
Does anyone has any pictures with that stock Android theme?
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razorsbk said:
Does anyone has any pictures with that stock Android theme?
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Search for Axon 7 reviews on Youtube. Any review that shows a white Android app drawer icon in the middle of the nav bar is a US unit using the Stock Android theme.
Damn I'd love that stock interface. Now I'm running Pixel Launcher.
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Unlocked version and updates
Does anyone know if I buy the US unlocked version will be updated depending on carrier or ZTE updates push ? Sorry for the ignorance I'm just new on this... Thanks in advance
Filter182 said:
Does anyone know if I buy the US unlocked version will be updated depending on carrier or ZTE updates push ? Sorry for the ignorance I'm just new on this... Thanks in advance
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I know there are 3 models for the A7:
A2017 (China)
A2017U (US/North America)
A2017G (Global/Europe)
But I have never heard of an A2017X model. Is it just a term that generically refers to any A7, regardless of region? Or is it specific to a certain model?
I'm mainly asking this because I want to know what people say when they use this term. And also because I am looking at some posts/files by @raystef66 and @djkuz on XDA and AndroidFileHost. Mainly I am interested in the Oreo B12 EDL package by @djkuz. He lists an A2017U and A2017X version of this file. I have an A2017U, just wondering which file is correct for my model.
Thanks!
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I know there are 3 models for the A7:
A2017 (China)
A2017U (US/North America)
A2017G (Global/Europe)
But I have never heard of an A2017X model. Is it just a term that generically refers to any A7, regardless of region? Or is it specific to a certain model?
I'm mainly asking this because I want to know what people say when they use this term. And also because I am looking at some posts/files by @raystef66 and @djkuz on XDA and AndroidFileHost. Mainly I am interested in the Oreo B12 EDL package by @djkuz. He lists an A2017U and A2017X version of this file. I have an A2017U, just wondering which file is correct for my model.
Thanks!
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The A2017X is just referring that the ROM can be flashed on all different versions. Although you have to consider flashing the appropriate modem.
The X means in this case,the firmware is universal flashable for all axon 7 variants ( a2017G,a2017V,a2017)
Thanks for the clarification, guys!
Hello i want to buy oneplus 6t. Which is the difference in software between europe and asian version? I know that there are differences in signal bands but software? There are the same? Can i flash the european oxygen os?
basty95 said:
Hello i want to buy oneplus 6t. Which is the difference in software between europe and asian version? I know that there are differences in signal bands but software? There are the same? Can i flash the european oxygen os?
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Software is the same as global Oxygen OS rom, only if you buy from China you would get the Chinese version of the rom. You should be able to flash the global variant on all versions :good:
I need unlocked bootloader to do that or not?
basty95 said:
I need unlocked bootloader to do that or not?
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No .. Unlock of bootloader is not required. I just answered how to flash the Global version here
Hope that helps :good: