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MK802

Hacked

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The aspect ratio and network speed issues will need a kernel fix, apparently that's coming in the official V2 firmware.
I can confirm that the ZTE MP112 3G dongle works, sadly though the "mobile hotspot" doesn't, so no ability to use the MK as a smart router just yet

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Hello all .. Sorry for the newbie question .. are there any prereqs before installing this ROM such as achieving root .. Or that will already be achieved by following the instructions above? .. I just wanted to confirm before I get going with this .. Thanks
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It comes pre-rooted :good:

thanks for this, however my wifi is still dropping periodically although situation has been somewhat improved over original rom.
with original rom i was getting dropped to 1mbps with apps telling me no network connection available.... every minute or so.
after flashing your rom it has improved to dropping every 5 minutes.... still not good enough for me to stream the youtube vids i wanna watch though.
hope there can be some improvements?

Are you using a wireless remote/keyboard ?, if so then try putting the transmitter for it on an extension lead and move it out the way of the stick, that should help.
I'm getting no drops on mine, and I've only got one wire soldered to the antenna inside at the moment

FlanFlinger said:
Are you using a wireless remote/keyboard ?, if so then try putting the transmitter for it on an extension lead and move it out the way of the stick, that should help.
I'm getting no drops on mine, and I've only got one wire soldered to the antenna inside at the moment
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I'm using my S3 as a wireless controller for it, by using the app droidmote.
Nevertheless, the drops were occuring even when i was just using a wired mouse during the initial setup phase (which took very long due to the repeated connection drops).
I guess i'll wait and see if the next firmware update helps, else i'm thinking of trying a DIY aluminium foil antenna project for it

I am having issues with WIFI on the stock rom. I'm not sure which version it is but it is on 4.1.1. My wifi signal is terrible were it is yet I have full bars on my laptop. I know this has a dual antenna so it was supposed to have good signal. It makes doing anything internet based a chore. Should I attempt a flash of this rom to try and fix it or wait for "official" if there ever is one? Cheers.

so far, so good....
I guess I've just gotten lucky. I bought a unit directly from Sainsmart and it was delivered in just 4 days (for a premium +/- $85 total).... Even running the stock firmware, setup was a snap and went flawlessly.
I've installed Finless 1.4 and messed around with unit for a couple hours controlling via droidmote on my GSII and Nexus 7, wireless keyboard/mouse and even a cheap air mouse I bought on Amazon.
I don't think I've ever dropped wireless signal, and have streamed content from netflix, youtube, XBMC and from my PC via upnp.
I have a Vizio HD router which is upstairs and the unit is connected to my TV downstairs and even with only 2 bars of wifi signal it streams HD content no problem.
From all of the forums and posts I've read it sounds like the mk808 is riddled with problems but I have yet to experience any besides your typical android app incompatibility issues for a tablet based UI.
The rom seems solid and I am happy to see development for it. Keep it up....

Firmware version?
This is an awesome tutorial guys thanks for your hard work! Does anybody know how to check what firmware version the device is running?

cjacobs611 said:
This is an awesome tutorial guys thanks for your hard work! Does anybody know how to check what firmware version the device is running?
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I don't have access to it right now, but as most android ROMs are you go to SYSTEM SETTINGS and scroll down to the bottom to ABOUT PHONE or ABOUT TABLET.... once selected it will show you which version and android you are running, kernel etc..

I do not mind you posting my ROM here but please do not put it on other download sites. You can tell people to come to freaktab to get it and you can provide a link to it there in this post.
Also for anyone wanting to ask questions about my ROM, I am the developer of it so please feel free to ask me question on freaktab which is my home.
Thank you,
Bob

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Unfortunately I can not get to the Flash mode. RkAndroid mass storage device is found in the flash tool, but when I've click the Reboot to flash mode this alert apeared: Device can not do the flash mode, because of no drive . Have somone an solution to that?
thanks for any hint

The description and the instructions in the first post are 100% mine!
I will download it and have a look.
OK I see download link does not work anymore.
Bob
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I see things are being dited in the first post. I will download this and have a look at it. Trust that I will know if it is mine as I know my work.
Bob
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So I am going to be 100% clear here.
First when I looked at this post this morning
1) It said FInless ROM 1.4
2) Other users in this thread even called it FInless 1.4 see post #11 as an example
3) Alteran77 has PM'ed me first saying he got it off a torent then said he used my ROM to make this ROM.
4) The first post has NOW been completely edited to cover the tracks and even the title is now 1.5 custom ROM. Sorry I call BS here!
Now I do not mind if someone uses my work and ENHANCES it. e.g. adds value to the ROM like more fixes, etc. What I will not tolerate is a direct ripoff. A direct ripoff is when someone takes my ROM and changes the boot screen and build.prop to call it thier ROM. If the do not add value, then all your doing is stealing other peoples work and calling it yours!
Also what usually is done is if someone does take someones ROM and adds value, they also give credit to the original author. So absolutely no credit or even a mention of where this ROM came from was posted!
Then the person posts WHAT they did to the original ROM to make it better. NOTHING here was posted about what was done to my ROM to make it better.
I tag my ROMs in ways that help me identify it as I have been ripped off before like this. I will download this ROM and analyze it.
I am betting this is a rippoff no more!
Bob

finlessbob said:
The description and the instructions in the first post are 100% mine!
I will download it and have a look.
OK I see download link does not work anymore.
Bob
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I see things are being dited in the first post. I will download this and have a look at it. Trust that I will know if it is mine as I know my work.
Bob
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So I am going to be 100% clear here.
First when I looked at this post this morning
1) It said FInless ROM 1.4
2) Other users in this thread even called it FInless 1.4 see post #11 as an example
3) Alteran77 has PM'ed me first saying he got it off a torent then said he used my ROM to make this ROM.
4) The first post has NOW been completely edited to cover the tracks and even the title is now 1.5 custom ROM. Sorry I call BS here!
Now I do not mind if someone uses my work and ENHANCES it. e.g. adds value to the ROM like more fixes, etc. What I will not tolerate is a direct ripoff. A direct ripoff is when someone takes my ROM and changes the boot screen and build.prop to call it thier ROM. If the do not add value, then all your doing is stealing other peoples work and calling it yours!
Also what usually is done is if someone does take someones ROM and adds value, they also give credit to the original author. So absolutely no credit or even a mention of where this ROM came from was posted!
Then the person posts WHAT they did to the original ROM to make it better. NOTHING here was posted about what was done to my ROM to make it better.
I tag my ROMs in ways that help me identify it as I have been ripped off before like this. I will download this ROM and analyze it.
I am betting this is a rippoff no more!
Bob
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Yes, this is a very sh!tty thing to do, would you like me to dropbox the file and give you a link ?

FlanFlinger said:
Yes, this is a very sh!tty thing to do, would you like me to dropbox the file and give you a link ?
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Yes please if you do not mind.
Bob
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So this is the last PM I get from him.
Shows a lot of respect doesnt it?
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Private Message: Re: My Finless MK808 ROM
alteran77
Today, 05:28 PM
Re: My Finless MK808 ROM
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Blaa blaa blaaa report it or shut up damn. What are you like 10. put up or shut up, your messages border on harassment.
If you have proof some one stoled it, report it, other words going to file a report for harassment

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alteran77
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Blaa blaa blaaa report it or shut up damn. What are you like 10. put up or shut up, your messages border on harassment.
If you have proof some one stoled it, report it, other words going to file a report for harassment
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Oh dear, very mature indeed !
I've sent you the dropbox links via freaktab :good:

Random Update

so i was using my phone, and it just prompted me to install an update. I've gotten all the prior ones At&t has forced, so I was just curious if anyone else was getting an update. Also their support page doesn't have any information on it.

I'm getting it too. It's updating right now. I also couldn't find any info on it either.

mixxxk said:
I'm getting it too. It's updating right now. I also couldn't find any info on it either.
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When its done updating, let us know the build number. I got the notification but i'm not updating since I've got a rooted 10I build right now.

same here. It is taking a while so I am hoping it is the MM update since Lollipop has been sucking ass

bruceo said:
same here. It is taking a while so I am hoping it is the MM update since Lollipop has been sucking ass
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Highly Doubt its M...if it is, that would be an unheard of fast for ATT...I believe its just an update to fix the Stagefright bug

OK, its almost done. Optimizing apps.....

the build number is lmy47d, the software version is h81010o
Maybe it fixed touch issues? it feels better, but it may be placebo, only time will tell
Also slow motion is missing from the camera for some reason. not okay

For me, the touch issues went away on the last update before the stagefright update.
However while optimizing , my G4 got extremely warm. Never had it this hot since initial setup.
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I still have slo mo as an option.
Laugher19 said:
the build number is lmy47d, the software version is h81010o
Maybe it fixed touch issues? it feels better, but it may be placebo, only time will tell
Also slow motion is missing from the camera for some reason. not okay
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I can't seem to find it. I know where it should be
Sent from my LG-H810 using XDA Free mobile app

Slow-Mo is missing after update
mixxxk said:
For me, the touch issues went away on the last update before the stagefright update.
However while optimizing , my G4 got extremely warm. Never had it this hot since initial setup.
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I still have slo mo as an option.
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After update Slow-Mo is missing in my phone too...? (WTF)
also phone got very WARM during update. (never got that warm before)
LG suppose to bring all camera goodies from new V10 phone, instead of that they are taking away good stuff from G4 ? (WTF)

samecin said:
After update Slow-Mo is missing in my phone too...? (WTF)
also phone got very WARM during update. (never got that warm before)
LG suppose to bring all camera goodies from new V10 phone, instead of that they are taking away good stuff from G4 ? (WTF)
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it's in the modes menu in the camera

Laugher19 said:
it's in the modes menu in the camera
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It's here. Beat me to it.

Just got the update, haven't done it yet, about to.
Sent from my LG-H810 using XDA Free mobile app

I just installed the update and I still have Slo-mo on my camera. Maybe your update only partially applied? I can't seem to find any release notes on this update yet. I saw some things about an update for battery improvements for overseas models in an update that came out about a week ago.

Optimizing apps....will post up if i find anything new & exciting.
Just a thought....could this update be the one that enables wifi calling? iPhones on iOS 9 just got it a few hours ago...

Slowmo still sucks terribly and I was pissed when i ordered the G4 at launch for the manual camera control and then it turned out it was only in stills not video mode. Then they say manual video is in V10. Funny as they keep posting V10 manual mode video examples on FB and they are all terrible. If it wasnt for removeable battery and SD card I'd be back on Iphone because it absolutely is now destroying all Android phones, the Slomo quality is amazing. Although I would also miss the video record/pause feature a lot. Still pissed everytime I open gallery and see tons of crap albums that I could hide on the G3 but cant on the G4, what a fing mess. LG G4 on Lollipop has so many bugs, omissions and nonsensical features that it is beyond irritating to have to pray for OEM updates for corrections. I have never stared at a phone before in total hate like I have this AT&T POS. The Google play services update strategy is still total crap. Memory leaks and bugs still abound. Until this OEM release crap ends Android will always be a buggy 2nd class OS.
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gchahinian said:
Optimizing apps....will post up if i find anything new & exciting.
Just a thought....could this update be the one that enables wifi calling? iPhones on iOS 9 just got it a few hours ago...
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Not seeing any Wifi calling settings

Just got this. I didn't even know that was another update, until I picked up my HOT phone and see that an update has been install. This morning has been crazy, wonder if I accepted the install on accident...

To hide albums just put a .nomedia file in the album. If you haven't used QuikPic app you should try it, you can choose to hide albums with the app as well.
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I really was hoping to get the ability for a guest account with this update. From what I can tell the AT&T version is the only one missing this option and I'm not sure why.
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Laugher19 said:
so i was using my phone, and it just prompted me to install an update. I've gotten all the prior ones At&t has forced, so I was just curious if anyone else was getting an update. Also their support page doesn't have any information on it.
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I'm downloading a 370.38 MB update right now.
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My update
Well mine is 300 mb so cant be to major but I'm rooted so I can't really update because LG is just like nope screw u

Root? Who's developing for this device?

I know several people have already received the new T-mobile S7 in the mail yesterday, and I am looking forward to when my S7 comes. Are there any developers or teams working on root for this device? Are there any teams planning a release of any multi-handset root? Usually we don't find out until it's published, but sometimes we get advanced warning....
1: Is anyone getting this device and going to be developing for it?
2: Has anyone heard of a root solution being worked on?
3: Is there any rumblings or hearsay of a multi-handset root (universal root)?

After only using the phone for 24 hours I am very satisfied with how it came out of the box. I would love to remove a couple bloatware apps and find a good darker theme but otherwise, I'm not sure there much to be tweaked. This battery is KILLER!

Needs Root...
Coming from S5...
Initial impression is good. Built better, battery better, feels nice in the hand.
Camera is definitely snappier.
We need root however.
Annoying constant notification that you have an SD card inserted pops up after reboot (not sure why that's necessary), bloatware sucks, can't easily change fonts without root.
I would love to see a reasonable amount of bloatware removed along with some universal tweaks in a relatively stock ROM, and am willing to subsidize a motivated developer. Those who participate in the T-Mobile S5 forum are aware 'Malbert' is raising money for an S7... That would be good for all of us who are diving in early.
Still waiting for a protective case, as most of them are not shipping yet...
Happy to be here!

There is a universal bloatware removal tool out there that works non root..
Can't remember name.. Look for that , that should help disable some of that bloat that settings won't let you disable. I ordered a UAG on 2/26 ,only a few days ago but yet to receive it as well.

I use Package Disabler Pro when I want to disable apps without root. It works great and is the only solution for the time being..

jonathan3579 said:
I use Package Disabler Pro when I want to disable apps without root. It works great and is the only solution for the time being..
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Thanks! Will definitely try that in the interim.

Considering only a few have it right now it's way too early lol

i can see now that we have some seasoned moderators for the forum, so hopefully that's an indication somw of them are working on the t-mo version...?

I have mine in today. Edge model. Very nice and clean in hand

I've got my S7 as well - can't wait to see what happens from a dev perspective. I'd love to see what can be done to remove bloat, etc., but I'm also thinking I may not trip Knox this time around because I'd like to keep it intact and keep android pay/samsung pay working. I've always rooted without worrying about that in the past, but I'd like to try these out.

bournefusion said:
I've got my S7 as well - can't wait to see what happens from a dev perspective. I'd love to see what can be done to remove bloat, etc., but I'm also thinking I may not trip Knox this time around because I'd like to keep it intact and keep android pay/samsung pay working. I've always rooted without worrying about that in the past, but I'd like to try these out.
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You might want to try the app I suggested then! I've been using it since the Note 4 and it has never failed me.

Package disabler pro ftw ??
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jonathan3579 said:
You might want to try the app I suggested then! I've been using it since the Note 4 and it has never failed me.
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Already did, actually! Just looking forward to romz

bournefusion said:
I've got my S7 as well - can't wait to see what happens from a dev perspective. I'd love to see what can be done to remove bloat, etc., but I'm also thinking I may not trip Knox this time around because I'd like to keep it intact and keep android pay/samsung pay working. I've always rooted without worrying about that in the past, but I'd like to try these out.
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Exactly my concern as well, although, my Samsung pay, Android pay and Google wallet all fail on the S7 for me so far.. I can't even add bank info or cards before it closes on me :/

jonathan3579 said:
I use Package Disabler Pro when I want to disable apps without root. It works great and is the only solution for the time being..
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Best bloat removal app for non root. Been using it for a while too. It actually turns apps off not remove them thats the only thing that sucks but its still great. You can create xml files of all turned off apps to share with others which is pretty cool too.
As soon as root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Im picking the s7 up for my wife next week.
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Once root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Picking up an S7 for my wife next week. If i have time i might cook up a stockish rom with a few mods too.

sshafranko said:
Best bloat removal app for non root. Been using it for a while too. It actually turns apps off not remove them thats the only thing that sucks but its still great. You can create xml files of all turned off apps to share with others which is pretty cool too.
As soon as root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Im picking the s7 up for my wife next week.
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Once root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Picking up an S7 for my wife next week. If i have time i might cook up a stockish rom with a few mods too.
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Bless you bro!! Ive been waiting on a stock flavored rom

sshafranko said:
Best bloat removal app for non root. Been using it for a while too. It actually turns apps off not remove them thats the only thing that sucks but its still great. You can create xml files of all turned off apps to share with others which is pretty cool too.
As soon as root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Im picking the s7 up for my wife next week.
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Once root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Picking up an S7 for my wife next week. If i have time i might cook up a stockish rom with a few mods too.
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Nice! Glad to see you might be on here! I've seen your work in previous ggalaxys

92drls said:
Exactly my concern as well, although, my Samsung pay, Android pay and Google wallet all fail on the S7 for me so far.. I can't even add bank info or cards before it closes on me :/
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First 2 days I had phone, Android Pay wouldn't let me add card. Something changed last night...perhaps Google realizing that the device actually had been released, and I was able to add a card last night around 9pm. New to Android Pay, so it didn't work when I tried to use it this morning...LOL. Gonna try it again later.

Great! It looks like we have some talented devs showing up! That's very promising! Welcome guys, I too just got my S7 in, and I'm looking forward to rooting and modding, so I guess now we wait

sshafranko said:
Best bloat removal app for non root. Been using it for a while too. It actually turns apps off not remove them thats the only thing that sucks but its still great. You can create xml files of all turned off apps to share with others which is pretty cool too.
As soon as root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Im picking the s7 up for my wife next week.
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Once root is available ill create a dual speaker mod for you guys. Picking up an S7 for my wife next week. If i have time i might cook up a stockish rom with a few mods too.
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Whatever you cook up would be fun! I actually just pre-ordered the gold S7 for my wife because of the IP68 rating. She's always putting her phone in danger of water lol.

Unlocked Hotspot

From reading around, it seems probably and most likely the bootloader will be locked which will make custom Roms and development very difficult. I am due an upgrade, thus I was wondering if anyone knows if a working Hotspot fix without root is available? Sprint variant, Note 7...just asking around before I upgrade.

tenorband said:
From reading around, it seems probably and most likely the bootloader will be locked which will make custom Roms and development very difficult. I am due an upgrade, thus I was wondering if anyone knows if a working Hotspot fix without root is available? Sprint variant, Note 7...just asking around before I upgrade.
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@heathmcabee posted this fix here and you can find that app here.
All credit goes to @heathmcabee for the fix. And obviously it's still a guess at this point since nobody has the Sprint variant yet, but I would guess there's a good chance this works. Good luck to you!
If you want to wait, i'll test it out when I get mine this weekend and post back the results. More than welcome to PM me and remind me if I haven't reposted by Sunday.

themisterwilson said:
@heathmcabee posted this fix here and you can find that app here.
All credit goes to @heathmcabee for the fix. And obviously it's still a guess at this point since nobody has the Sprint variant yet, but I would guess there's a good chance this works. Good luck to you!
If you want to wait, i'll test it out when I get mine this weekend and post back the results. More than welcome to PM me and remind me if I haven't reposted by Sunday.
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I think that solution requires Root access. I'm reading through the thread now...

hotspace said:
I think that solution requires Root access. I'm reading through the thread now...
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It works for me and I'm not rooted. That's kinda why I replied to your question. I try not to talk out of my ass lol

themisterwilson said:
It works for me and I'm not rooted. That's kinda why I replied to your question. I try not to talk out of my ass lol
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Your running it on a Note 7 too? Or, S7 like the thread it came out of? I've got the Note 7 on preorder and will be picking it up early Friday morning.

hotspace said:
Your running it on a Note 7 too? Or, S7 like the thread it came out of? I've got the Note 7 on preorder and will be picking it up early Friday morning.
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S7 like the thread. I'm also waiting on my Note7 to come, but this method isn't really device specific. It doesn't use a menu or feature that's specific to the s7. It might not work on the note 7, but I think there's a pretty good chance that it does. :good:

Agreed with you there. Fingers crossed.

themisterwilson said:
@heathmcabee posted this fix here and you can find that app here.
All credit goes to @heathmcabee for the fix. And obviously it's still a guess at this point since nobody has the Sprint variant yet, but I would guess there's a good chance this works. Good luck to you!
If you want to wait, i'll test it out when I get mine this weekend and post back the results. More than welcome to PM me and remind me if I haven't reposted by Sunday.
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Thank you, I'll be looking forward to your post.

themisterwilson said:
@heathmcabee posted this fix here and you can find that app here.
All credit goes to @heathmcabee for the fix. And obviously it's still a guess at this point since nobody has the Sprint variant yet, but I would guess there's a good chance this works. Good luck to you!
If you want to wait, i'll test it out when I get mine this weekend and post back the results. More than welcome to PM me and remind me if I haven't reposted by Sunday.
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When you get your device, don't let them update it. Like many of us we can setup our phone ourselves. Set it up, take nothing further than what's on the phone and try the method I explained. When I got my edge, I said to just activate the device and hand me my phone. I played around with a note 7 at a best buy while they tried to figure out my sd card gift with a guy that was there. He's lucky I didn't have a phone at the time to take pics and guess that's why he didn't mind the black woman beside me use it that was ignorant to WHaT we do. His was running on am obvious beta, but I did look and I think I saw it was PEH
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heathmcabee said:
When you get your device, don't let them update it. Like many of us we can setup our phone ourselves. Set it up, take nothing further than what's on the phone and try the method I explained. When I got my edge, I said to just activate the device and hand me my phone. I played around with a note 7 at a best buy while they tried to figure out my sd card gift with a guy that was there. He's lucky I didn't have a phone at the time to take pics and guess that's why he didn't mind the black woman beside me use it that was ignorant to WHaT we do. His was running on am obvious beta, but I did look and I think I saw it was PEH
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There's guy was a higher up Samsung rep

heathmcabee said:
When you get your device, don't let them update it. Like many of us we can setup our phone ourselves. Set it up, take nothing further than what's on the phone and try the method I explained. When I got my edge, I said to just activate the device and hand me my phone. I played around with a note 7 at a best buy while they tried to figure out my sd card gift with a guy that was there. He's lucky I didn't have a phone at the time to take pics and guess that's why he didn't mind the black woman beside me use it that was ignorant to WHaT we do. His was running on am obvious beta, but I did look and I think I saw it was PEH
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There's guy was a higher up Samsung rep
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Well, I should be getting mine via FedEx on Friday, but you're right, I won't take any updates
Heck, with any luck it'll be like the last time they shipped me a device. When they replaced my s7 Edge, it came w the Sprint firmware, but none of the Sprint apps. Essentially the PEH, but...not. That's probably once in a million, but I can dream lol

Any new news on this?
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eyecon82 said:
Any new news on this?
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I've had ZERO luck. USB Tether is successful and appears to be faster than I remember. I'm continuing to try other methods as well and will update as I test things out.

hotspace said:
I've had ZERO luck. USB Tether is successful and appears to be faster than I remember. I'm continuing to try other methods as well and will update as I test things out.
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What have you tried?

I tried the steps from the second post of this thread. I wasn't able to edit any of the LTE files that were found.
I tried browsing to the file location (Root is needed to access the location)
I tried the manual ##DATA# entered my MSL. I can see the APN settings screens, but the are greyed out and you cant edit them.
I've been tethering for quite a while using USB FoxFi and PDANET.
Have you had any luck?

hotspace said:
I tried the steps from the second post of this thread. I wasn't able to edit any of the LTE files that were found.
I tried browsing to the file location (Root is needed to access the location)
I tried the manual ##DATA# entered my MSL. I can see the APN settings screens, but the are greyed out and you cant edit them.
I've been tethering for quite a while using USB FoxFi and PDANET.
Have you had any luck?
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So you were atleast able to use FoxFi over usb and PDANET to get free wired tethering to work on the Note 7? If so can you point me in the direction on how to set that up in the meantime? Thanks ahead of time.

drtysouf21 said:
So you were atleast able to use FoxFi over usb and PDANET to get free wired tethering to work on the Note 7? If so can you point me in the direction on how to set that up in the meantime? Thanks ahead of time.
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hotspace said:
I tried the steps from the second post of this thread. I wasn't able to edit any of the LTE files that were found.
I tried browsing to the file location (Root is needed to access the location)
I tried the manual ##DATA# entered my MSL. I can see the APN settings screens, but the are greyed out and you cant edit them.
I've been tethering for quite a while using USB FoxFi and PDANET.
Have you had any luck?
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I went through all the settings I could find but APNs were either greyed out or needed root to get to the settings. So bummer there. Might have to give the USB tethering a shot

Step by step on how to get USB tethering working with PC/Mac and Note7
1. Install PC/Mac pdaNET software. Choose whatever fits your need. http://pdanet.co/a/
2. pdaNET is part of FoxFi. Install FoxFi from the market. Do them a favor and purchase the app. It's money well spent. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi&hl=en
3. Open FoxFi and select USB Tether. And give it a sec to activate.
3a. Confirm your device is connected via USB cable. (if I don't put this in, someone will say...You didn't say I had to connect it via USB)
4. Turn on the PC/Mac portion. On my MAC, I right click the pdaNET icon and choose Connect.
Thats it. You should have a connection. I test by putting the laptop or MAC in Airplane mode and surf the net. I'd be curious to see your connection speeds. Please post!!

heathmcabee said:
When you get your device, don't let them update it. Like many of us we can setup our phone ourselves. Set it up, take nothing further than what's on the phone and try the method I explained. When I got my edge, I said to just activate the device and hand me my phone. I played around with a note 7 at a best buy while they tried to figure out my sd card gift with a guy that was there. He's lucky I didn't have a phone at the time to take pics and guess that's why he didn't mind the black woman beside me use it that was ignorant to WHaT we do. His was running on am obvious beta, but I did look and I think I saw it was PEH
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There's guy was a higher up Samsung rep
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Any luck on your end with the Note 7 hotspot?

tenorband said:
Any luck on your end with the Note 7 hotspot?
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Rebooting my Sprint Note 7 and turning it on right away works just like on the S7

Android Q for PH-1

I'm sotra suprised no one else has posted about this before me (atleast that I've seen.)
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.techradar.com/amp/news/android-q-confirmed-for-the-essential-phone
Any thoughts or ideas on when we might be seeiung a release for us?

Maybe not in a separate thread, but it was definitely noted and mentioned before in other threads. It was great to hear Essential was committed to releasing the Q for this phone. As for the timeline, I doubt anyone would be able to answer that question, other than just trying to guess. Personally, I'd be more interested in the subsequent updates after the initial release - how many and for how long...

kt-Froggy said:
I doubt anyone would be able to answer that question, other than just trying to guess. Personally, I'd be more interested in the subsequent updates after the initial release - how many and for how long...
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I agree with you about the million dollar question. Essential has stated from the beginning that we could expect updates to or through Q. What exactly that means is anyone's guess?
Going with a pure hunch, I believe that we will continue to see updates for quite some time. I have nothing of substance to base this on but it would be in their best interest. I think Essential runs real close to stock AOSP so I don't think there is much coding involved.. I guess only time will tell.
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If past beta and stable releases are any sign of when it might be released, I'd guess shortly after it's officially released by Google.
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Sheradrax said:
If past beta and stable releases are any sign of when it might be released, I'd guess shortly after it's officially released by Google.
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It's worth noting that we got Android P on DAY 1 of the release just like the Pixel phones. My bet is we get it the same way for Q. Patience...it will happen!

We actually started on release 2 of the P beta. But that's when they allowed other devices to join the beta for the first time. I'm betting we'll get release 2 for Q as well. Only thing I'm worries about is lack of root.
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mattern1974 said:
It's worth noting that we got Android P on DAY 1 of the release just like the Pixel phones. My bet is we get it the same way for Q. Patience...it will happen!
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Sorry for the double post, but previous reply was to you. [emoji23]
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Sheradrax said:
We actually started on release 2 of the P beta. But that's when they allowed other devices to join the beta for the first time. I'm betting we'll get release 2 for Q as well. Only thing I'm worries about is lack of root.
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Sorry for the double post, but previous reply was to you. [emoji23]
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No problem! I was referring to the actual release of Android P and not the beta releases. We got the actual release on Day 1 just like the Pixel phones.
Personally I don't much care to take part in the betas because I need a stable device. I spent nearly the past three years (until July of last year) on an "un-rootable" AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 5. It made me appreciate being able to count on my device to just work the way it was meant to work. For the first time since my first Android phone, the Samsung Captivate, I stayed on the stock rom and I had to admit to myself that I didn't really miss root.
Please don't think I think badly about anyone that wants to run alternative roms or root their device. Not long after I got the PH-1, I was using invisiblek's Lineage OS 15.1 unrooted until the release Android P came along. That rom plus the neutrino kernel was rock solid for me for a while!

Like pie we will get the beta on second build . (I'm guessing)
Interesting read if I'm right.
https://www.xda-developers.com/android-q-beta-release-schedule/

Sheradrax said:
We actually started on release 2 of the P beta. But that's when they allowed other devices to join the beta for the first time. I'm betting we'll get release 2 for Q as well. Only thing I'm worries about is lack of root.
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Sorry for the double post, but previous reply was to you. [emoji23]
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Seems like root won't be a problem
https://www.xda-developers.com/root-android-q-beta-google-pixel-pixel-2/

srscott said:
Seems like root won't be a problem
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Yeah, just read about that earlier... Sounds encouraging. :good:

I messaged Essential on Twitter. To my delight I got a reply. In short no Beta for Q now but that could change in the future. Essential indicated I should stay in touch with their social posts and website. I know there was no commitment but am glad the company seems involved in the phone still and follow their social feeds.

In case someone wants to try it...
https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1pXyzE_IlQBfmWu37V9R6fWRcxH1RQBjj
Credits:Erfan

Androbots said:
In case someone wants to try it...
https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1pXyzE_IlQBfmWu37V9R6fWRcxH1RQBjj
Credits:Erfan
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I've installed it on my phone but unfortunately it really isn't usable now... WiFi, BT, sensors are not working there are also app incompatibility, especially with file managers. I guess we'll just have to wait for an official beta from Essential.

mymagicmyhero said:
I've installed it on my phone but unfortunately it really isn't usable now... WiFi, BT, sensors are not working there are also app incompatibility, especially with file managers. I guess we'll just have to wait for an official beta from Essential.
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You've tried the GSI build?

jawz101 said:
You've tried the GSI build?
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Yes

mymagicmyhero said:
Yes
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Well that's frustrating. I thought Treble was supposed to be more friendly than that. At one point Google said it would allow for like manufacturers such as Qualcomm to be able to use a driver update mechanism to address these sorts of hardware breakages. Like it could be a totally seamless upgrade path.

jawz101 said:
Well that's frustrating. I thought Treble was supposed to be more friendly than that. At one point Google said it would allow for like manufacturers such as Qualcomm to be able to use a driver update mechanism to address these sorts of hardware breakages. Like it could be a totally seamless upgrade path.
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Well looks like its Google's fault at the moment. maybe because Q is still in beta. Many things are broken even for Pixel Phones.