Bootlooader unlock Ls997 - LG V20 Questions & Answers

Hey i want to know how could i unlock my bootloader, i'm on android oreo of the sprint version, thanks for your responses

DISKbrake said:
Hey i want to know how could i unlock my bootloader, i'm on android oreo of the sprint version, thanks for your responses
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What software version are you on?

You can't. Only US996 unlocked are bootloader unlockable.

zeusofyork said:
What software version are you on?
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Oreo

DISKbrake said:
Oreo
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the ls997 became permanently unrootable just a handful (nougat) of versions after release. software version ZV7 (a nougat version) was the last one where it was possible to rollback to an actually rootable version, anything after that, including oreo versions, are unrootable and basically a 0% chance for that to change.
Every single other V20 variant is rootable, just not Sprint's because they locked it down way more than the other models.

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LG G5 SE (H840) Bootloader unlock released

LG have today released the bootloader unlock for the European G5SE (H840), as seen on their bootloader unlocking site, which I cannot post due to post restrictions.
Finally, G5SE owners can get much desired (or deserved?) root!
How to root with unlocked loader?
Tehrtap said:
LG have today released the bootloader unlock for the European G5SE (H840), as seen on their bootloader unlocking site, which I cannot post due to post restrictions.
Finally, G5SE owners can get much desired (or deserved?) root!
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pinguking said:
How to root with unlocked loader?
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You guys can only unlock your bootloader's currently, no TWRP yet and therefore no root or custom roms. Here's the bootloader site:
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
Once you have done that you will have an unlocked bootloader but will just have to wait for someone to build TWRP for your device. Once that's done then you can flash SuperSU or magisk from TWRP to root. Also once that's done, you might get custom ROM support (you will have to ask @King_lilrowrow if he can add support for the h840 se to lineageos).
Wow! good news! it's amazing how much time it took LG to release it.
Now let's hope they will unlock G5 H820's bootloader.
Great news. Now waiting for TWRP for H840!!
Why my lg g5 h840 brand tim is not allowed to unlock the bootloader on lg site?
Wire1122 said:
Why my lg g5 h840 brand tim is not allowed to unlock the bootloader on lg site?
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I have the same problem...
Wire1122 said:
Why my lg g5 h840 brand tim is not allowed to unlock the bootloader on lg site?
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Naudyel said:
I have the same problem...
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Not every version of the 840 will be unlockable or unlockable right away. The h850 is also supported but yet only the EU open version, other h850 can't unlock. It is up to LG to add which versions they want to allow to unlock. If it doesn't work saying it's not supported or not allowed, try again later or contact LG and pray they add unlocking support for that specific version, although I wouldn't hold my breath on that. Also, I'm assuming TIM is your carrier, if so and it's a carrier version instead of unlocked h840 se, it most likely won't be unlocked. Again, try and give it time and try again and hopefully you have luck.
oooook, I have unlock my bootloader tim ITALY
When the root will be released?
Wire1122 said:
oooook, I have unlock my bootloader tim ITALY
When the root will be released?
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Try to install TWRP https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/development/twrp-3-0-2-0-lg-g5-h840-t3604778
and install SuperSU from there
VID region unlock???
lg g5 se h840 bootloader unlock not available in mexico

H910 or VS995

I want to buy LG V20, but I can't choose between H910 and VS995. I need stable in 3G networks.
What will be better?
sorry for my English
Depends on what carrier you're using. VS995 will be less compatible with other US carriers so you would want to stick strictly to verizon if you're getting it. If you're looking for support for other carriers go with either t-mobile h918 variant or us996 US unlocked (NOT US CELLULAR). If you plan on rooting these models are currently being supported with stock and custom ROMs.
Paapa said:
Depends on what carrier you're using. VS995 will be less compatible with other US carriers so you would want to stick strictly to verizon if you're getting it. If you're looking for support for other carriers go with either t-mobile h918 variant or us996 US unlocked (NOT US CELLULAR). If you plan on rooting these models are currently being supported with stock and custom ROMs.
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The VS995 and H910 models support the frequencies I need. And if you look at the two, which is better? Root and Custom ROM's are needed
Since you are looking to root, the H910 is the only model that is still rootable on the latest (v10r) firmware.
-- Brian
runningnak3d said:
Since you are looking to root, the H910 is the only model that is still rootable on the latest (v10r) firmware.
-- Brian
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For VS995 Dirty Santa does not work anymore?
Ed_Shedisson said:
For VS995 Dirty Santa does not work anymore?
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If you get one that hasn't been patched for DirtySanta (pre-10P I believe) it works. The newest versions has AntiRollback so you can't go back to a rootable firmware so just make sure you get one with the proper firmware.
Obamaloominaty said:
If you get one that hasn't been patched for DirtySanta (pre-10P I believe) it works. The newest versions has AntiRollback so you can't go back to a rootable firmware so just make sure you get one with the proper firmware.
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does this apply to both models?
Ed_Shedisson said:
does this apply to both models?
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No, this only applies to VS995. As far as I know H910 is still rootable on the latest firmware.
Obamaloominaty said:
No, this only applies to VS995. As far as I know H910 is still rootable on the latest firmware.
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What version you think better to buy now?
Obamaloominaty said:
No, this only applies to VS995. As far as I know H910 is still rootable on the latest firmware.
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I check VS955 firmware and it have NRD90M VS95514B, can it be rooted?
Can you tell me what version is better to buy now? Im only worried about that crackling noise on hi-fi audio recording. And can any of these 2 versions be rooted now?

LG G6 Using different KDZ's

I'm new to the LG Ecosystem and I have a few questions.
I have an LG G6 H870 from Entel in Chile, its currently on Android 7.
1) Can I flash it to something like the OPEN EU images which are newer?
Because they're all H870's are they the exact same hardware, meaning the functionality on different H870 kdzs should work fine? The Entel doesnt even have a 2018 release yet so I don't have great confidence they will update the LG G6.
2) Does flashing a KDZ affect the boot loader?
If I unlocked the bootloader for rooting would flashing the KDZ back reset it back to locked?
3) Is it safe to flash a KDZ via a virtual machine? The LG Bridge app wont detect my phone on Mac no matter what I try (High Sierra), (adb is fine iv tried the drivers etc), however it shows up when I connect it to a Windows 7 VM.
4) Is it likely that when the official Oreo 8.1 update comes it would be better to switch to something like an OPEN EU or UK image?
Or even just flash the new 8.1 KDZ when its available?
5) If I rooted and flashed something like LineageOS, can I easily go back to any of the KDZs with the LG tool?
I noticed theres an "error link which seems to download a KDZ for resetting your phone. Does that work off some kind of internal hardware serial, meaning that if things are ever soft-bricked I could just hit that button and go back to square one no problems?
6) Anything else I should be aware of or concerned about if I want to play with flashing different KDZs or custom roms? I dont care about warranty e.g. unlocked bootloader.
7) Whats the best tool for unlocking bootloader and gaining root these days, I know theres a tonne of AIO tools and things like KingRoot. Any suggestions from other LG G6 modders?
madhavajay said:
I'm new to the LG Ecosystem and I have a few questions.
I have an LG G6 H870 from Entel in Chile, its currently on Android 7.
1) Can I flash it to something like the OPEN EU images which are newer?
Because they're all H870's are they the exact same hardware, meaning the functionality on different H870 kdzs should work fine? The Entel doesnt even have a 2018 release yet so I don't have great confidence they will update the LG G6.
2) Does flashing a KDZ affect the boot loader?
If I unlocked the bootloader for rooting would flashing the KDZ back reset it back to locked?
3) Is it safe to flash a KDZ via a virtual machine? The LG Bridge app wont detect my phone on Mac no matter what I try (High Sierra), (adb is fine iv tried the drivers etc), however it shows up when I connect it to a Windows 7 VM.
4) Is it likely that when the official Oreo 8.1 update comes it would be better to switch to something like an OPEN EU or UK image?
Or even just flash the new 8.1 KDZ when its available?
5) If I rooted and flashed something like LineageOS, can I easily go back to any of the KDZs with the LG tool?
I noticed theres an "error link which seems to download a KDZ for resetting your phone. Does that work off some kind of internal hardware serial, meaning that if things are ever soft-bricked I could just hit that button and go back to square one no problems?
6) Anything else I should be aware of or concerned about if I want to play with flashing different KDZs or custom roms? I dont care about warranty e.g. unlocked bootloader.
7) Whats the best tool for unlocking bootloader and gaining root these days, I know theres a tonne of AIO tools and things like KingRoot. Any suggestions from other LG G6 modders?
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1) If it's just an "H870" than yes, it should be fine.
2) You cannot unlock the bootloader. Only unbranded US997 and European H870 can.
3) Never tried, it should, but in this i cannot give you a certain answer.
4) 8.1? We don't know it'll be 8.1. Anyway it's always better to flash the right firmware for your region.
5) You cannot do any kind of modding on your device atm, see the 2nd answer.
6) Flashing a wrong kdz could hard brick your device, so be careful on names. For the warranty you're good to go, you cannot do any kind of modding.
7) For G6 there is no "best" tool, there is only ONE way to unlock the bootloader but it won't work on your model (as explained in the 2nd answer), other tools like KingRoot don't work at all.
Bonus answer: No, flashing an european firmware won't allow you to unlock the bootloader.
Sorry for the noob question, it's probably been asked on here, but have not been able to find a solid answer. I have a US Cellular LG G6, which by now I know bootloader can't be unlocked. But, is there any way to update to Android Oreo? Currently on Android Nougat 7.0. thanks in advance.
FrankoHN said:
Sorry for the noob question, it's probably been asked on here, but have not been able to find a solid answer. I have a US Cellular LG G6, which by now I know bootloader can't be unlocked. But, is there any way to update to Android Oreo? Currently on Android Nougat 7.0. thanks in advance.
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Yes if you use non-UScellular US997 KDZ (21B is latest) US99721b_00_0823.kdz
https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/16302/US997U21b_00_0823.kdz
HueyT said:
Yes if you use non-UScellular US997 KDZ (21B is latest) US99721b_00_0823.kdz
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Thanks. I just want to be sure before flashing any firmware, don't want to brick my phone :crying:
FrankoHN said:
Thanks. I just want to be sure before flashing any firmware, don't want to brick my phone :crying:
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See this KDZ guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/development/uppercut-lgup-loader-g5-variants-t3511295
FrankoHN said:
Sorry for the noob question, it's probably been asked on here, but have not been able to find a solid answer. I have a US Cellular LG G6, which by now I know bootloader can't be unlocked. But, is there any way to update to Android Oreo? Currently on Android Nougat 7.0. thanks in advance.
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I have found out the hard way that there are several versions of the model US997 variant of the LG G6:
https: //lg-firmwares.c o m/lg-us997-firmwares/firmwares/
(I apologize that the forum's spam filters are preventing me from posting a working link. Just take out the spaces.)
There is a USA unlocked version, two US cellular versions, two "Brightpoint" versions (whatever that is), and an Amazon version. And they all share the same model number. This is quite confusing because with most phones, usually there is only one version per model number. If your phone is stuck on Android Nougat, chances are you're like me and you're on the USA unlocked version of this phone, not the US Cellular version. The US Cellular and Brightspot versions have all been updated to Oreo and the latest update was in September 2018.
I have no idea why LG isn't upgrading the USA unlocked version. It was very frustrating when I bought it used and found out it was still stuck on Nougat, which I was not expecting.
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I have found out the hard way that there are several versions of the model US997 variant of the LG G6:
https: //lg-firmwares.c o m/lg-us997-firmwares/firmwares/
(I apologize that the forum's spam filters are preventing me from posting a working link. Just take out the spaces.)
There is a USA unlocked version, two US cellular versions, two "Brightpoint" versions (whatever that is), and an Amazon version. And they all share the same model number. This is quite confusing because with most phones, usually there is only one version per model number. If your phone is stuck on Android Nougat, chances are you're like me and you're on the USA unlocked version of this phone, not the US Cellular version. The US Cellular and Brightspot versions have all been updated to Oreo and the latest update was in September 2018.
I have no idea why LG isn't upgrading the USA unlocked version. It was very frustrating when I bought it used and found out it was still stuck on Nougat, which I was not expecting.
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Just use the US997 and NOT US997U and it'll work perfectly on non-US-Cellular or US-Cellular KDZ. 21B is latest Oreo
midtempo said:
I have found out the hard way that there are several versions of the model US997 variant of the LG G6:
https: //lg-firmwares.c o m/lg-us997-firmwares/firmwares/
(I apologize that the forum's spam filters are preventing me from posting a working link. Just take out the spaces.)
There is a USA unlocked version, two US cellular versions, two "Brightpoint" versions (whatever that is), and an Amazon version. And they all share the same model number. This is quite confusing because with most phones, usually there is only one version per model number. If your phone is stuck on Android Nougat, chances are you're like me and you're on the USA unlocked version of this phone, not the US Cellular version. The US Cellular and Brightspot versions have all been updated to Oreo and the latest update was in September 2018.
I have no idea why LG isn't upgrading the USA unlocked version. It was very frustrating when I bought it used and found out it was still stuck on Nougat, which I was not expecting.
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Actually the US Unlocked version has gotten the update and it's bootloader unlockable... My phone is the US997Z which is the US Cellular version. I believe you have to be connected to their service to be able to receive the update through their towers. I went ahead a upgraded my LG G6 with the US unlocked version kdz as the @HueyT mentions above. Update went great using LG up and uppercut no set back going through the update. If you need help I would happily help you out. Because I was in the same boat as you.
FrankoHN said:
Actually the US Unlocked version has gotten the update and it's bootloader unlockable... My phone is the US997Z which is the US Cellular version. I believe you have to be connected to their service to be able to receive the update through their towers. I went ahead a upgraded my LG G6 with the US unlocked version kdz as the @HueyT mentions above. Update went great using LG up and uppercut no set back going through the update. If you need help I would happily help you out. Because I was in the same boat as you.
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It's very strange that some versions of the LG G6 "US997" are not updated to Oreo yet and other ones with this version are. But if there is anyone out there reading this, you know know there is a workaround and you can force your computer to update the firmware on your LG G6 with the official LG ROM that runs Android Oreo.
For the $254 I paid for this phone used, with a case and the original charger, I can live with a phone that I have to update manually if I won't get OTA updates for some reason. And I did not break the phone's security because I'm still able to use Google Pay and online banking.

Carrier Free LG G6 US997 Still on September 2017 update

What's the latest non-oreo software version for the non us cellular version? Mine's stuck at LGUS99716A
cheerleone said:
What's the latest non-oreo software version for the non us cellular version? Mine's stuck at LGUS99716A
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Mine has US99717a, with security patch level dated January 1, 2018.
@sp_1st_timer Thanks!
Contacted LG, their first line of defense insisted it was a US Cellular variant until I escalated. Turns out their regular support people don't have the carrier free version in their system. Days pass... No further response from LG. I guess I'll wait a few weeks & see what happens, if nothing It'll be LinageOS like my other devices, or Maybe time to sell.
Was it rooted?
Sorry for the noob question, it's probably been asked on here, but have not been able to find a solid answer. I have a US Cellular LG G6, which by now I know bootloader can't be unlocked. But, is there any way to update to Android Oreo? Currently on Android Nougat 7.0. thanks in advance.
FrankoHN said:
Sorry for the noob question, it's probably been asked on here, but have not been able to find a solid answer. I have a US Cellular LG G6, which by now I know bootloader can't be unlocked. But, is there any way to update to Android Oreo? Currently on Android Nougat 7.0. thanks in advance.
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https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/16302/US997U21b_00_0823.kdz (it'll work fine for US Cellular)

Updating LS-997 Help

I have got LS-997 model and software version is US99610f (Nougat). I want to update it to oreo since its a tempered device all sims are working globally all bands are working too, FOTA updates didn't came to this device. I wanna know that if its safe to install US oreo firmware on LS-997 ? Or not. This is the only option left since no kdz is available for sprint models.
I tried to check bootloader it says your account might get suspend, 9 Times Left bla bla ... and fastboot bootloader variable says unlocked = 'NO' .
Non Rooted Device
Thanks Indeed,
Xaad1219 said:
I have got LS-997 model and software version is US99610f (Nougat). I want to update it to oreo since its a tempered device all sims are working globally all bands are working too, FOTA updates didn't came to this device. I wanna know that if its safe to install US oreo firmware on LS-997 ? Or not. This is the only option left since no kdz is available for sprint models.
I tried to check bootloader it says your account might get suspend, 9 Times Left bla bla ... and fastboot bootloader variable says unlocked = 'NO' .
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Thanks Indeed,
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Oreo update is doable, I have one of mine on Oreo. You just can only temp root if you want, but that is flakey to do.
Did you mean US version of Oreo Or sprint version ?
Xaad1219 said:
Did you mean US version of Oreo Or sprint version ?
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Im on Sprint and in US.
My phone is working for all carriers , Question is, Installing sprint will relock my device for specifically sprint or will it remains like before flashing ?
Xaad1219 said:
My phone is working for all carriers , Question is, Installing sprint will relock my device for specifically sprint or will it remains like before flashing ?
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As for carrier swapping, I am not sure, there are some other forums on here that are talking unlocking carrier after Oreo Sprint so I am sure it can be done if it happens to relock. I would double check before attempting. Here is one thread... https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/help/lg-v20-ls997-successfully-unlocked-oreo-t3835061/amp/. Don't update until read though. Just use caution.
You are Right I will share my experience soon
It looks like you have an older, rootable LS997 that has been cross-flashed to US996 Nougat firmware, essentially a Sprint V20 disguised as a US996 that is SIM-unlocked. You won't be able to install the official LS997 Oreo update until you go through the DirtySanta procedure and then flash an old Sprint Nougat ROM near the end of the process. However, after you update to Oreo this way, the phone becomes completely and irreversibly unrootable, which pretty much defeats the purpose of the DirtySanta procedure, so I highly discourage you from doing this. The Sprint firmware is not really useful for anyone who doesn't use Sprint as a carrier.
If you want Oreo or higher, you're much better off installing one of the LineageOS-based ROMs.
One thing I haven't seen anyone do on an LS997 cross-flashed to US996 is trying to flash a US996 Oreo KDZ firmware file. No idea if that works or not, but it would be quite a risk to try since there seems to be no documentation of anyone having done that before.
For more details on just about anything related to the LS997, I've written up a bunch of information here.
If you want full root don't update to Oreo if you are on a full rootable firmware still. All up to you of course. My full root is still Nougat, a Sprint ls997zv7 firmware
Yes thats what I thought exactly .. I found a forum someone did that and he flushed his imei modem completely and there is no way that he can reverse Plus Unfortunately No firmware is available too make sprint phone work again..

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