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TWTP on KitKat?

Is there any way of getting TWRP on stock KitKat?
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+1 same pain....any custom recovery for kitkat without going back to JB...

Zyner said:
Is there any way of getting TWRP on stock KitKat?
Sent from my LG-D802 using xda app-developers app
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ahmed4never said:
+1 same pain....any custom recovery for kitkat without going back to JB...
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no and no

Install freefee gee from playstore.

fazlee90 said:
Install freefee gee from playstore.
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Tried that, not working

There probably won't be one. Loki has been patched, and looks to be permanent. Even DrJbliss said he doesn't think its possible now with the way they patched.
Its pretty safe to say the only way to get a recovery again will be to roll back.

JRJ442 said:
There probably won't be one. Loki has been patched, and looks to be permanent. Even DrJbliss said he doesn't think its possible now with the way they patched.
Its pretty safe to say the only way to get a recovery again will be to roll back.
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That is not 100% accurate. I have the sprint version and can confirm that it IS possible to have TWRP on this phone with the latest kitkat firmware (4.4.2), the only problem is it breaks download mode, but there is a way to get it back as well and the devs are working on getting them both working at the same time. Additionally, I realize that the OP does not have a Sprint model phone, but if it is possible on one carrier, I would not say it's impossible on another carrier so there is hope.
HTH,
MTCell

mtcellph said:
That is not 100% accurate. I have the sprint version and can confirm that it IS possible to have TWRP on this phone with the latest kitkat firmware (4.4.2), the only problem is it breaks download mode, but there is a way to get it back as well and the devs are working on getting them both working at the same time. Additionally, I realize that the OP does not have a Sprint model phone, but if it is possible on one carrier, I would not say it's impossible on another carrier so there is hope.
HTH,
MTCell
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OMG Please be telling the truth. I have been waiting for a long while for this, I hate that the T-mobile variant always gets the left overs

TehJorge said:
OMG Please be telling the truth. I have been waiting for a long while for this, I hate that the T-mobile variant always gets the left overs
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I have no reason to lie, but you can check out this thread to see it for yourself. I have done this myself and can confirm that I had TWRP working with kitkat on my Sprint LG G2 variant phone. I have since went back to stock rooted because I did not like not having download mode, but as I said it has been done (for the Sprint variant atleast) so there is hope.
BTW. It should go without saying that you should NOT try this method unless you have the Sprint variant of the G2 as it will definitely not work with other carriers and will more than likely hard brick your device and even if you do have a Sprint variant make sure to read the instructions carefully and fully understand what you are doing before doing anything. You have been warned / advised.
Additionally, I am not a dev and I did not come up with or take any credit for this or any other guide. I am simply passing the information along.
MTCell

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2705259
it's not we can't get recovery on kk, there are work arounds, but everyone who asks just wants a way to do it without going through all the trouble of downgrading

mtcellph said:
That is not 100% accurate. I have the sprint version and can confirm that it IS possible to have TWRP on this phone with the latest kitkat firmware (4.4.2), the only problem is it breaks download mode, but there is a way to get it back as well and the devs are working on getting them both working at the same time. Additionally, I realize that the OP does not have a Sprint model phone, but if it is possible on one carrier, I would not say it's impossible on another carrier so there is hope.
HTH,
MTCell
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I was under the impression that the OP wants to take the OTA, root and flash TWRP. That isn't possible. That part I'm 100% correct on. But the method you linked to for Sprint is available for all other variants I've seen so far, similar anyway. Including VZW. That's why I said roll back, you have to be on the Jelly Bean bootloader.

What's that mean? I cant get TWRP on my d802?
no more custom roms? Is that true or what guys, i mean I'm waiting for a loki to solve the problem and cant go back to stock any more i cant find my rom wich is d80220a, so what, no more hope?! please dont tell me that!!!

XxZombiePikachu said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2705259
it's not we can't get recovery on kk, there are work arounds, but everyone who asks just wants a way to do it without going through all the trouble of downgrading
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There is no trouble downgrading. I have windows 8 and I used Method 2. from this thread: THREAD. OP says that there are problems with win 8. Only thing I "shat brix" is because I didn't installed drivers provided there :crying: Still, I had 4.4.2. and now I have 4.2.2. Tonight, after Champions League, I will install custom recovery and other stuff :victory:

XxZombiePikachu said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2705259
it's not we can't get recovery on kk, there are work arounds, but everyone who asks just wants a way to do it without going through all the trouble of downgrading
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Thank you so much! at least this will take care of all the constant questioning. I hope there will be a way to get a custom recovery on it soon because I am starting to regret getting the LG G2 instead of the Nexus 5. Ugh

Xposed?

In case you haven't seen the homepage there has been an updated Xposed framework for nougat.... Could we root and use flashfire??? PLEASE LET THIS WORK

RileyIssKing said:
In case you haven't seen the homepage there has been an updated Xposed framework for nougat.... Could we root and use flashfire??? PLEASE LET THIS WORK
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Link me to homepage?

This would be pretty great

GroovinChip said:
This would be pretty great
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Sorry it's the news page https://www.xda-developers.com/flashable-xposed-framework-android-nougat/

RileyIssKing said:
In case you haven't seen the homepage there has been an updated Xposed framework for nougat.... Could we root and use flashfire??? PLEASE LET THIS WORK
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Sorry for the off topic question but can you or anyone else please link me to your root method (if in fact we can root with Nougat) I cant seem to find a definite answer. Im unlocked G935U, my carrier is AT&T. Currently on G935UUEU4BQF3
Thanks

KLit75 said:
Sorry for the off topic question but can you or anyone else please link me to your root method (if in fact we can root with Nougat) I cant seem to find a definite answer. Im unlocked G935U, my carrier is AT&T. Currently on G935UUEU4BQF3
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This is the only one that I know of that will root the Nougat version of the S7 Edge. It is a very long thread, and there is a lot of information that can help. I know it works as I tried it on my G935U at one time.
Anyway here's the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...eres-how-rooted-nougat-s7-edge-g935t-t3567502

freeop said:
This is the only one that I know of that will root the Nougat version of the S7 Edge. It is a very long thread, and there is a lot of information that can help. I know it works as I tried it on my G935U at one time.
Anyway here's the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...eres-how-rooted-nougat-s7-edge-g935t-t3567502
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Excellent! I wanted some confirmation from someone with the same phone (unlocked AT&T on N.)
Have you remained rooted since? I'm hearing mixed reports about performance and things stop working.) My primary concern though is our locked bootloaders. If we make changes that cause problems can we undo it? Like flashing the stock firmware? Thanks

KLit75 said:
Excellent! I wanted some confirmation from someone with the same phone (unlocked AT&T on N.)
Have you remained rooted since? I'm hearing mixed reports about performance and things stop working.) My primary concern though is our locked bootloaders. If we make changes that cause problems can we undo it? Like flashing the stock firmware? Thanks
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Yes, I have remained rooted, but I ended up going back to stock G935A and then rooting again with that procedure. Personally, I was not getting the performance I was used to with the G935U as I was with the G935A with the root procedure.
Yes, there are some things that do not work with these eng.imgs that are being used to root the phones. There is NO Xposed for this one, Samsung Pay does not work, but I have been using Android Pay and it works just fine. As for the Bootloader, it is still LOCKED. There has not been any Unlocked bootloaders for the G935 or G930 so far and I don't think we will see it anytime soon.
As for Undoing, yes. There is a very simple way to go back to stock with Odin. In fact, about once a month, I return to stock just so I can get the latest security patch and then re-root my phone back to this way. I know it is somewhat of a pain, but with Titanium Back up I can get my phone back to running normally in a couple of hours.
Hope this helps...

It's not quite as fast, but if you are backing up and restoring to the same device, you can just use ADB. I still have a TiBu license, and use it on my Tab S2, but I have largely adapted to not having root on my S7 by taking advantage of basic ADB features.

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It's not quite as fast, but if you are backing up and restoring to the same device, you can just use ADB. I still have a TiBu license, and use it on my Tab S2, but I have largely adapted to not having root on my S7 by taking advantage of basic ADB features.
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Thanks will have to look into that...
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freeop said:
Thanks will have to look into that...
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freeop said:
Yes, I have remained rooted, but I ended up going back to stock G935A and then rooting again with that procedure. Personally, I was not getting the performance I was used to with the G935U as I was with the G935A with the root procedure.
Yes, there are some things that do not work with these eng.imgs that are being used to root the phones. There is NO Xposed for this one, Samsung Pay does not work, but I have been using Android Pay and it works just fine. As for the Bootloader, it is still LOCKED. There has not been any Unlocked bootloaders for the G935 or G930 so far and I don't think we will see it anytime soon.
As for Undoing, yes. There is a very simple way to go back to stock with Odin. In fact, about once a month, I return to stock just so I can get the latest security patch and then re-root my phone back to this way. I know it is somewhat of a pain, but with Titanium Back up I can get my phone back to running normally in a couple of hours.
Hope this helps...
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Great info. Thanks!
One followup--when you say Xposed doesn't work, do you mean you tried the newest Nougat version that just got released? Or it never worked, not even on M?

KLit75 said:
Great info. Thanks!
One followup--when you say Xposed doesn't work, do you mean you tried the newest Nougat version that just got released? Or it never worked, not even on M?
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What I meant was Xposed doesn't work on the current version of root using the eng.img. I have not tried using the NEW Xposed that is in THIS thread. I have looked at it but have not had a chance to run the zipped file and installing it. I know it works with MM as I had it working GREAT with MM and the eng.img with that version. I love Xposed and wish that was available for Nougat and N's root. I am keeping my fingers crossed that it will be fully implemented soon.

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This is the only one that I know of that will root the Nougat version of the S7 Edge. It is a very long thread, and there is a lot of information that can help. I know it works as I tried it on my G935U at one time.
Anyway here's the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...eres-how-rooted-nougat-s7-edge-g935t-t3567502
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I tried this 4 times and failed. The problem is it just keeps rebooting (about every 45 to 60 seconds) after I flash the eng boot img. Im never able to run adb commands. If I start from a clean slate I can't even make it past the setup screens to enable debugging.
I'm reaching out to you because you succeeded with the same model SM-G935U
So I'm just seeing if you have any insights. My phone should be the same as yours. Only difference is mine came with 7.0 preinstalled. Maybe an earlier firmware? But that doesn't make sense because people are, to my understanding, using the eng boot with recent firmware.
I'll repost in the root thread if I need to but thought I'd see if you have anything to offer. Thanks

KLit75 said:
I tried this 4 times and failed. The problem is it just keeps rebooting (about every 45 to 60 seconds) after I flash the eng boot img. Im never able to run adb commands. If I start from a clean slate I can't even make it past the setup screens to enable debugging.
I'm reaching out to you because you succeeded with the same model SM-G935U
So I'm just seeing if you have any insights. My phone should be the same as yours. Only difference is mine came with 7.0 preinstalled. Maybe an earlier firmware? But that doesn't make sense because people are, to my understanding, using the eng boot with recent firmware.
I'll repost in the root thread if I need to but thought I'd see if you have anything to offer. Thanks
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I seem to remember the constant rebooting on the U-Firmware also. I too kept trying and it finally took. I think I would take the OTA from the server and try to install the eng.img with Odin. When you do this, does Odin give you any errors? Or does it succeed at the installation?
It has been a few months since I rooted the U-Firmware so not for sure what fixed the rooting process. Sorry I couldn't be more help...

freeop said:
I seem to remember the constant rebooting on the U-Firmware also. I too kept trying and it finally took. I think I would take the OTA from the server and try to install the eng.img with Odin. When you do this, does Odin give you any errors? Or does it succeed at the installation?
It has been a few months since I rooted the U-Firmware so not for sure what fixed the rooting process. Sorry I couldn't be more help...
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Thanks. No Odin works perfectly whether I flash eng boot or stock.
I looked at the root guide for Sprint and the process is a lot more involved. I believe he boots to recovery twice and wipes cache plus factory reset twice. He also stresses to get the root.bat run quickly to avoid bootloop.
Might be worth a shot but the process of running Odin, getting back to stock and restoring all my data winds up being close to a few hours so It'd be very helpful to find someone with the same issue as me who was able to resolve it.

V20 vs995 15a

Just wondering if 15a is downgradable i know 14b is

Yes. You can downgrade 15a with any KDZ with Uppercut.

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Yes. You can downgrade 15a with any KDZ with Uppercut.
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Not to sound rude but has this been verified. I know the uppercut software works I used it on my V20 but I lm waiting on my wife to get sick of her stock bloat and let me root and unlock her V20. Thanks for any and all help.. ??
Running Weta-ReStock 5.0.7-1.2 VS995 hyb

666syco said:
Not to sound rude but has this been verified. I know the uppercut software works I used it on my V20 but I lm waiting on my wife to get sick of her stock bloat and let me root and unlock her V20. Thanks for any and all help.. ??
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Not to sound rude, but if you really felt like something like this needed to be "verified" then do it yourself, or don't ask.
Yes, it works. I've done it. I dont know what more you need, but I ain't doing any more than trying to help the guy out. You're on the internet, so if you need that much verification then do it yourself.

bond32 said:
Not to sound rude, but if you really felt like something like this needed to be "verified" then do it yourself, or don't ask.
Yes, it works. I've done it. I dont know what more you need, but I ain't doing any more than trying to help the guy out. You're on the internet, so if you need that much verification then do it yourself.
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Wow really. It was a simple question. I used the software on my own V20 but not from that build. Verizon inabled the antirollback on this new update. that's why I asked. Plus if it was my phone I would do it but being its my wife's I rather be safe then sorry. Last I new XDA is were you read and ask questions. Ill be sure to not ask you for any info or help in the future.
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666syco said:
Wow really. It was a simple question. I used the software on my own V20 but not from that build. Verizon inabled the antirollback on this new update. that's why I asked. Plus if it was my phone I would do it but being its my wife's I rather be safe then sorry. Last I new XDA is were you read and ask questions. Ill be sure to not ask you for any info or help in the future.
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I literally answered a question, then you followed up by requesting verification on that answer. That's pretty rude dude, if that's how you handle your questions then yeah don't ask please.
But in an effort to help, I wasn't aware of any anti-rollback in place. However, since I personally wanted to try the newest update, I just took the Ota to 15a. Then, using Uppercut, went back to 12a.
If that's your plan, to go back to either 12a or 13a, I'd recommend right after Uppercut completes to do a factory reset as you will likely get overwhelmed with force closes (kdz with uppercut doesn't wipe data). Then after you're on a clean slate 12a or 13a, right away enable airplane mode so your phone doesn't hang trying to download everything. All you're interested in is enabling USB debugging for dirty santa (i assume).
Make sense?

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I literally answered a question, then you followed up by requesting verification on that answer. That's pretty rude dude, if that's how you handle your questions then yeah don't ask please.
But in an effort to help, I wasn't aware of any anti-rollback in place. However, since I personally wanted to try the newest update, I just took the Ota to 15a. Then, using Uppercut, went back to 12a.
If that's your plan, to go back to either 12a or 13a, I'd recommend right after Uppercut completes to do a factory reset as you will likely get overwhelmed with force closes (kdz with uppercut doesn't wipe data). Then after you're on a clean slate 12a or 13a, right away enable airplane mode so your phone doesn't hang trying to download everything. All you're interested in is enabling USB debugging for dirty santa (i assume).
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When I ask verified I ment was it in a thread or something didn't know for 100% if you did it or read it and if I'm not mistaken the last update was also bootloader unlockable. I read the forum a lot I ment no disrespect when asking the question. As you can tell I've been a member about as long as you and come to XDA very often. Granted yes Google does work but when i looked in to it about the downgrade all I found was how the verizon V20 has gotten root witch was a old article as we all know. I unlocked mine on version 12. Thank you for your reply it was helpful and now I feel safe enough to do my wife's phone.
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Yes. You can downgrade 15a with any KDZ with Uppercut.
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ok cool was wondering was thinking on getting another v20 but my v20 still sucks
i got a off topic question if you dont mind answering here, i been dealing with issues with my v20 since t got out of the box, laggs, crashes, advanced calling no longer works later (idk if i pulled the wrong software or what, and sometimes my 4g drops only on messenger when calling my GF, have you faced any simulare issues like i have. if so how do you fix/deal with them
i figured 13A be ok but still some issues that i am trying to figure out and making the phone stable, this is the first phone i got with crappy software and i do thank you for answering my downgrade question

666syco said:
When I ask verified I ment was it in a thread or something didn't know for 100% if you did it or read it and if I'm not mistaken the last update was also bootloader unlockable. I read the forum a lot I ment no disrespect when asking the question. As you can tell I've been a member about as long as you and come to XDA very often. Granted yes Google does work but when i looked in to it about the downgrade all I found was how the verizon V20 has gotten root witch was a old article as we all know. I unlocked mine on version 12. Thank you for your reply it was helpful and now I feel safe enough to do my wife's phone.
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i read your messages here, i know the feeling but i have not faced any liers in XDA, i been on here for years and have my youtube channel to make root videos to help others understand the methods better as i have a hard time reading them my self but enough talk and all i got a better understanding and make videos to help noobs
however i do face smart a$$es with the let me google this for you and knowing that it wont be on the top to what i am looking for, i faced that issue when i got lucky to my on android 5.1.1 on my v10 and some people did not wont to make it easy, it took me a few hours to find to do a 30 min root method
some times you dont need a verified post and do understand about the anti rollback but i dont see anyone lieing to make you purpusly mess up your phone or they can face problems
there are a few people i knew that are no longer on xda cause of issues and xda banned them for it, so you have no worries. if you want me to make a video of downgrading 15A to 13A that is rootable i be glad to take that guys word, credit him on the video and show proof

LASERWOLF452 said:
ok cool was wondering was thinking on getting another v20 but my v20 still sucks
i got a off topic question if you dont mind answering here, i been dealing with issues with my v20 since t got out of the box, laggs, crashes, advanced calling no longer works later (idk if i pulled the wrong software or what, and sometimes my 4g drops only on messenger when calling my GF, have you faced any simulare issues like i have. if so how do you fix/deal with them
i figured 13A be ok but still some issues that i am trying to figure out and making the phone stable, this is the first phone i got with crappy software and i do thank you for answering my downgrade question
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Yes, I have faced similar issues. But I always fall back on Uppercut. If you're truly stuck then try to wipe everything including internal storage, system, etc. Then do the Uppercut method, that always fixes every issue I've had.
Edit:to be clear, I've had plenty of issues similar to you. However, rather than identify the problem I always just wipe the slate clean. With that said, I suspect a lot of what you're facing and issues I had were kernel related.

bond32 said:
Yes, I have faced similar issues. But I always fall back on Uppercut. If you're truly stuck then try to wipe everything including internal storage, system, etc. Then do the Uppercut method, that always fixes every issue I've had.
Edit:to be clear, I've had plenty of issues similar to you. However, rather than identify the problem I always just wipe the slate clean. With that said, I suspect a lot of what you're facing and issues I had were kernel related.
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ok never think to wipe all and use uppercut i give that a show, as for the kernel, what be the best one i figured it had to be the kernal that can be the issue of some/all things

LASERWOLF452 said:
ok never think to wipe all and use uppercut i give that a show, as for the kernel, what be the best one i figured it had to be the kernal that can be the issue of some/all things
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If you wanted to troubleshoot what you have now, you could try a different kernel or even stock boot.img would be best. If still no change then always fall back to the full wipe and Uppercut.

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If you wanted to troubleshoot what you have now, you could try a different kernel or even stock boot.img would be best. If still no change then always fall back to the full wipe and Uppercut.
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well where do i get the stock boot.img i can try that to see if it will fix it anything to fix this phone would help and for your help man when i make a debloat video i give you a shoutout on my youtube channel

LASERWOLF452 said:
i read your messages here, i know the feeling but i have not faced any liers in XDA, i been on here for years and have my youtube channel to make root videos to help others understand the methods better as i have a hard time reading them my self but enough talk and all i got a better understanding and make videos to help noobs
however i do face smart a$$es with the let me google this for you and knowing that it wont be on the top to what i am looking for, i faced that issue when i got lucky to my on android 5.1.1 on my v10 and some people did not wont to make it easy, it took me a few hours to find to do a 30 min root method
some times you dont need a verified post and do understand about the anti rollback but i dont see anyone lieing to make you purpusly mess up your phone or they can face problems
there are a few people i knew that are no longer on xda cause of issues and xda banned them for it, so you have no worries. if you want me to make a video of downgrading 15A to 13A that is rootable i be glad to take that guys word, credit him on the video and show proof
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Already done. Downgraded unlocked rooted. All is good thank you anyway though.
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LASERWOLF452 said:
well where do i get the stock boot.img i can try that to see if it will fix it anything to fix this phone would help and for your help man when i make a debloat video i give you a shoutout on my youtube channel
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I personally use reStock or modStock. Those both have been successful for me.
Check here for the stock boot.img https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/device-kernel-aka-boot-img-s-carrier-t3533426
No need for the shoutout or anything. I'm just passing the info along that might help.

bond32 said:
I personally use reStock or modStock. Those both have been successful for me.
Check here for the stock boot.img https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/device-kernel-aka-boot-img-s-carrier-t3533426
No need for the shoutout or anything. I'm just passing the info along that might help.
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Well my phone got so worse that i could not make a facebook call to my girl. It was always choppy like wtf. So i took your first idea. Wipe the POS, system, cache etc. And uppercut it. Now it runs snappy with 13a with root and restock. I checkout the link when i get home. As for the shoutout its for the help you give me. The devs will get their thanks for making things possible i give this phone another month and see if it works. If it dose with all bs off of it (bloatware) i make a video for those who was asking for it. Thanka for the help you are awesome and i keep you updated how my v20 is. My brothers wife has same issues i do and if my phone works maybe she will let me root hers. Just hope they dont give out a update with anti rollback

666syco said:
Already done. Downgraded unlocked rooted. All is good thank you anyway though.
Running Weta-ReStock 5.0.7-1.2 VS995 hyb
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Glad you got yours taken care of. Did you do the airplane mode thing? I only bring it up because I flip flop back and forth so many times from stock unroot to root access (I'm indecisive).
I'm not 100% sure on this, but I think as long as we have the kdz file, there will always be a way to downgrade. I think the kdz is a total device wide wipe/reinstall regardless of whatever version was on before.

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Glad you got yours taken care of. Did you do the airplane mode thing? I only bring it up because I flip flop back and forth so many times from stock unroot to root access (I'm indecisive).
I'm not 100% sure on this, but I think as long as we have the kdz file, there will always be a way to downgrade. I think the kdz is a total device wide wipe/reinstall regardless of whatever version was on before.
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true but i want to know if you dont mind testing new OTA when they come out to see if they can downgrade, if you dont wont to its fine i dont wont to take the chance as the phone has been a POS and hoping the full wipe/ uppercut fixes my issue forever at least, reasion im asking to test is im pretty sure my brothers wife updates her phone and i am trying to get to to let me have the phone so i can fix it and give it back so she can atleast be happy with a phone with no regrets

I have a VS995 I took the OTA 15A updated and I just used LGUP to downgrade back to 12A
Off subject question did you notice your GPS taking forever to find your location on google maps or waze while your VS995 was rooted. I kept having this issue so I went back to full stock and the issue went away.

sentra10550 said:
I have a VS995 I took the OTA 15A updated and I just used LGUP to downgrade back to 12A
Off subject question did you notice your GPS taking forever to find your location on google maps or waze while your VS995 was rooted. I kept having this issue so I went back to full stock and the issue went away.
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Only time i had that issue was when i was in a plane. Hehe im 40,000ft so im close to a damn satellite hehe
But no i dont have it take forever its been working fine for me when rooted

G955u factory binary and eng_boot (bootloader v2)--ERASED THE LINK!!

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What benefits does flashing this provide?

ktimque said:
What benefits does flashing this provide?
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None yet, it's the base for getting root, once we find a way to get it to stay rooted. It's mainly for those who upgraded to the 2nd iteration of the bootloader and can't downgrade to a rootable firmware (It's been confirmed by a few to work with the new Cyborg rom, albeit without root).
As of right now, unless you know why you need it, it's best to leave it alone.

podagee said:
IF ANYONE GETS ROOT COULD YOU BE SO KIND AND POST IT HERE THANK YOU.
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ktimque said:
What benefits does flashing this provide?
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Well, I may have spoke too soon, you guys might want to take a look here in the Cyborg rom thread, seems they have a modified U2 bootloader they're flashing and retaining root. One member has volunteered to do a factory reset to see if it survives, but if so, v2 bootloader may now be rootable, or at least on the right track for public use.

IJoxer said:
None yet, it's the base for getting root, once we find a way to get it to stay rooted. It's mainly for those who upgraded to the 2nd iteration of the bootloader and can't downgrade to a rootable firmware (It's been confirmed by a few to work with the new Cyborg rom, albeit without root).
As of right now, unless you know why you need it, it's best to leave it alone.
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Thanks for answering that man. Haha. That's awesome that the guys got stuff moving that quickly. I knew that they had the files also,but, held off as long as they could until I came along.
But another useful feature I've noticed in this combo firmware is that there is an open unlock option now and mine sticks after reboot. I tried build roms, kernels,etc.. in the past that ended in ultimate failure. I'd like to start again. At the moment I just cruise the foreign forums grabbing whatever software I can find. I kinda have building only the tree down, not so much, as it's been years. I used to build Linux OS's a long time ago but forgot. I'll do my own research here if it, anybody wants to teach, I'm all ears, all eyes. Aloha

Need help rooting an LG V20 h91810s?

So I am interested in rooting my LG V20 h91810s. From what I gather I have to roll it back to 10j or i. I have the bootloader unlocked already. But I'm not sure about the rollback. Will a factory reset take it back to 10j or 10i? If not, I haven't been able to find step by step instructions on doing this. I think once I can get it rolled back I should be able to follow https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/instruction-to-root-h918-10i-t3536472 in order to root it. Any help or comments would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much.

No can do..... You will make your phone into a paper weight.

So there is no way to root it? I need to root it in order to recover some very important texts. If it can't be rooted does anyone know how I could recover a deleted sms thread?

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Thank you very much.

As of right now anything 10p or higher is ARB01. Which means you can't roll back to root. Trying will create a brick. There are people working hard to make it happen but until then it's a waiting game. As for the recovery of SMS hopefully someone can help you. Chances are if you've searched and searched for an answer with no luck, it'll be hard to get that answer here. But you never know. Good luck.

Ah, that sucks. Well tyvm anyway.

We are both on the same boat unfortunately, we'll have to wait patiently.....

Me too waiting to root my h91810s.... hopefully someone will find a method soon.....

Sucks! But I like this phone. It'll be a shame to switch. ?

might be a dumb question but has any of you guys tried kingroot?

dudeawsome said:
might be a dumb question but has any of you guys tried kingroot?
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I did. Didn't work.

storm68 said:
I did. Didn't work.
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Ah I see I remembered it was an easy way to root the g3

dudeawsome said:
Ah I see I remembered it was an easy way to root the g3
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Now, when I tried it I did it without boot loader unlocked, not sure I'd that's why it didn't work but if someone wants to try?

storm68 said:
Now, when I tried it I did it without boot loader unlocked, not sure I'd that's why it didn't work but if someone wants to try?
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Yeah someone should try it bc I did (I am rooted already) it did said there was method of root. Not sure if it would would because I am already rooted

dudeawsome said:
Yeah someone should try it bc I did (I am rooted already) it did said there was method of root. Not sure if it would would because I am already rooted
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Yeah no reason for you to try... Cause of it works we would be rooted Samsung style using flashify instead of twrp.

storm68 said:
Yeah no reason for you to try... Cause of it works we would be rooted Samsung style using flashify instead of twrp.
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No I remember I used it to root get the used flashify to flash TWRP.img then flashed magisk and removed kingroot after. If someone with a unlocked boot loader could try it because they had many requests for root

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yes it cn be rooted i found the root for it on Vietnamese forum

Zhanozuki said:
yes it cn be rooted i found the root for it on Vietnamese forum
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Care to interpret what exactly they did to root? Where to get files and how to? Maybe this can be changed to English format.....

Just wondering if there's a progress thread for the h91810s exploit. I just received mine and it's on the same firmware.