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US-EU Version Differents

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.

xtermmin said:
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.

xtermmin said:
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:

Different model numbers

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?

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...

silverxbv2 said:
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?
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk

razorsbk said:
Does anyone has any pictures with that stock Android theme?
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk
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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.
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk

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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From Zte.

Flashing/Rooting/Unlocking/Modding/Xposed A2017/A2017U vs. A2017G

Hey guys,
this has probably already been discussed before, but 1) i can't find clear answers and 2) I'd like to have the info at one spot (here).
I will be ordering a A2017G. Can i use Flashing/Rooting/Unlocking/Roms/Kernels made for A2017U? Or is there a risk of bricking the A2017G?
Any experiences?
Thanks!

1- the easiest variant to unlock Bootloader and root is the US variant (A2017U).
2- CM is base on the US Variant, but this DOESN'T mean will be only for that variant.
P.S. I'm using the US variant (A2017U) and i live in the USA.

Unlocking LTE band 20 in chinese version

As far as I know, there are 3 versions of the Axon 7:
A2017 (Chinese Version)
A2017U (US / North American Version)
A2017G (Global / European Version)
Only A2017G has LTE band 20 which is very important here in Europe.
Unfortunately the more powerful hardware with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB Flash is only available in China.
Of course I can buy the phone from aliexpress or similar website in Chinese Version. But is there a way to flash a A2017G ROM (including modem) to the A2017 version and get a fully functional European version including full LTE bands but now with more powerful hardware?

i would also like to know. i have the A2017 bought from aliexpress, and i live in Japan. I need to upgrade to the A2017G modem, as my reception has gone to **** since the B15 update. Marshmellow firmware had much better reception. Its that or wait until the next flashable firmware update.
Good luck to us both

I would also like to know too! But after searching on xda and other sites. I don't think this is do-able. T_T

I started to try the qcn method but it does not work for me unless someone can share the original qcn file of axon7 A2017G or A2017G
In my case I need to activate band 8.
My axon is Chinese only has FDD LTE band 1,3,7

Questions about updates

Hi
My Axon 7 2017G (I'm in South East Asia) haven't been getting any updates. My phone was on Marshmellow 6.0.1 with no OTA impending.
So after searching around on the internet I downloaded and updated to 7.0 from German ZTE website.
My current version is ZTEA2017GV1.1.0B01 and I can't seem to update any further
I have tried downloading 7.1.1 sd package but the phone can't pick it up.
So, can I update any further?

Not sure of the correct answer as I am new to Axon 7 also, but there are likely different versions for different geographical regions. I'm on B04 Nougat in Australia, no OTA on that yet.

Cimmeris said:
Hi
My Axon 7 2017G (I'm in South East Asia) haven't been getting any updates. My phone was on Marshmellow 6.0.1 with no OTA impending.
So after searching around on the internet I downloaded and updated to 7.0 from German ZTE website.
My current version is ZTEA2017GV1.1.0B01 and I can't seem to update any further
I have tried downloading 7.1.1 sd package but the phone can't pick it up.
So, can I update any further?
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First, I believe OTAs are are IMEI dependant. I have seen for example some German people having to send their IMEI to ZTE Germany in order receive OTAs.
As for the update packages, you should be able to install them. You must make sure that the update.zip is at the root of the SD card, not in a folder on the SD card. In addition, often when you download the update, the actual update.zip is in another zip file. In this case, you need to extract the update.zip from the zip file you downloaded, to the root of the SD card. Then the system update service will find it.
Finally, are you sure you have a real A2017G, and not a converted A2017? I believe there are cases of people buying A2017Gs from aliexpress or other sites, that are in fact not real A2017Gs. This could have an impact on the updates working or not.

joaste said:
Finally, are you sure you have a real A2017G, and not a converted A2017? I believe there are cases of people buying A2017Gs from aliexpress or other sites, that are in fact not real A2017Gs. This could have an impact on the updates working or not.
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I'm sure it is a real A2017G if the text on the back of the device is to be believed.

Cimmeris said:
I'm sure it is a real A2017G if the text on the back of the device is to be believed.
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Indeed, if the sticker on the back says so, it is most likely true.

Wait, what? I thought there was only one type of A7 with just the 4Gb or 6Gb variants in international or Chinese. What's the difference between all the models?
I assume G and U is general and US so software enables different cellular bands?
Mine is a G, bought genuine retail from a shop.

Hi, there are three kinds of AXON 7: 1, A2017 is for china; 2, A2017G is for international, usually for Enuroean; 3, A2017U is for American.