Sorry if this has been answered elsewhere, but I had given up on Moto G as a potential root on Verizon Prepaid, but then:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52717219
If it has, what guide would I use? If not, any suggestions for a rootable on Verizon Prepaid?
If you need Verizon prepaid, look into Page Plus, at www.pagepluscellular.com because they are prepaid on Verizon's network. The Boost Mobile Moto G is rootable and can be made to work on Page Plus.
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lightningdude said:
If you need Verizon prepaid, look into Page Plus, at www.pagepluscellular.com because they are prepaid on Verizon's network. The Boost Mobile Moto G is rootable and can be made to work on Page Plus.
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Let me just add a comment here if I may.
I have a Boost MOTOG flashed to use Pageplus. Version 4.4.2
Although I have unlocked the bootloader and installed the SUPERSU via recovery, the phone will not root. No error messages or anything but if you try to use any app that needs root, it will not work.
It has something to do with Verizon & 4.4.2 version.
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Let me just add a comment here if I may.
I have a Boost MOTOG flashed to use Pageplus. Version 4.4.2
Although I have unlocked the bootloader and installed the SUPERSU via recovery, the phone will not root. No error messages or anything but if you try to use any app that needs root, it will not work.
It has something to do with Verizon & 4.4.2 version.
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Yea, I'm getting mixed feedback. I appreciate the suggestion with Pageplus and still trying to look into it. The guys over at rootandroid told me they can't root the G on Verizon Prepaid. I really don't want to be on the "bleeding edge" as an amateur. Still looking for a proven method, or an alternative phone...
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Let me just add a comment here if I may.
I have a Boost MOTOG flashed to use Pageplus. Version 4.4.2
Although I have unlocked the bootloader and installed the SUPERSU via recovery, the phone will not root. No error messages or anything but if you try to use any app that needs root, it will not work.
It has something to do with Verizon & 4.4.2 version.
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I have a Boost Moto G flashed to PP, on 4.4.2, and root works just fine for me. Running xposed like a champ. Titanium backup worked for removing needless apps, too. I used the superboot method.
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I have a Boost Moto G flashed to PP, on 4.4.2, and root works just fine for me. Running xposed like a champ. Titanium backup worked for removing needless apps, too. I used the superboot method.
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Is it 4.4.2 version?
rampart51 said:
Is it 4.4.2 version?
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Indeed, it is.
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I am seriously considering buying a Verizon prepaid Moto G, but this root issue may be a deal breaker for me. Why so much of a problem with rooting this phone. I know the bootloader is locked, but I have had phones that were locked but I was still able to root them. What's with the Moto G?
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Indeed, it is.
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Thank you. When you get a minute, could you please look at what version your bootloader is? Mine is 41.05.
Thanks.
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Thank you. When you get a minute, could you please look at what version your bootloader is? Mine is 41.05.
Thanks.
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Mine's the same version.
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Mine's the same version.
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Going down the Pageplus road, but first another question. Is there another MVNO you might recommend other than Pageplus that's prepaid and on the Verizon net?
The reason is, I got pushback from Pageplus when I mentioned the G. Claim their dealers can't handle it. In addition they claim Verizon is blocking the G because it is a prepaid device.
In short it must be a 3g or backwards compatible to 3g device, nonprepaid and a Verizon contract phone.
I've found 3 PP dealers in the area, might see how far I get with the G or other best option they have. I just want to make sure I'm not overlooking another MVNO...
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Going down the Pageplus road, but first another question. Is there another MVNO you might recommend other than Pageplus that's prepaid and on the Verizon net?
The reason is, I got pushback from Pageplus when I mentioned the G. Claim their dealers can't handle it. In addition they claim Verizon is blocking the G because it is a prepaid device.
In short it must be a 3g or backwards compatible to 3g device, nonprepaid and a Verizon contract phone.
I've found 3 PP dealers in the area, might see how far I get with the G or other best option they have. I just want to make sure I'm not overlooking another MVNO...
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I use Page Plus, so I don't know any other MVNOs. They are correct about the Moto G, Verizon blocks their Moto G for at least 6 months. If you flash a Boost G, their imeis aren't registered on Verizon, so they come up fine. Dealers won't know this, but you can set yourself up on the Page Plus website. Kitty Wireless, a Page Plus dealer, offers free ESN checks to make sure you can use a phone with them. Kitty is all online, though.
Edit: I should specify, my wife has the Boost G on PP, I set it up. Bought a Verizon G before I knew about the locked bootloader and Boost flashing. When the Verizon G can be used on PP, we'll be trading phones.
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Hi I am going to buy the boost mobile moto g. Firstly is it CDMA only. Also can I flash any rom of moto g in it. And lastly how to unlock it so that I can use any GSM/CDMA SIM. I live in another country. And here boost mobile is not present. Plz help
Boost Mobile Moto G is CDMA only. CDMA phones don't take SIM cards, and the only unlock available is bootloader unlock via Motorola's website. If your country doesn't have CDMA carriers, don't buy the Boost Mobile, US Cellular, or Verizon Moto G, unless you plan on using it on Wi-Fi only
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motoguser said:
Hi I am going to buy the boost mobile moto g. Firstly is it CDMA only. Also can I flash any rom of moto g in it. And lastly how to unlock it so that I can use any GSM/CDMA SIM. I live in another country. And here boost mobile is not present. Plz help
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You need to buy the global gsm unlocked version of the moto g.
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Boost Mobile Moto G is CDMA only. CDMA phones don't take SIM cards, and the only unlock available is bootloader unlock via Motorola's website. If your country doesn't have CDMA carriers, don't buy the Boost Mobile, US Cellular, or Verizon Moto G, unless you plan on using it on Wi-Fi only
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spencer88 said:
You need to buy the global gsm unlocked version of the moto g.
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Thx for the help guys.Never Knew that CDMA phones doesn't take SIM cards.I have CDMA carriers but not of boost. So is it possible to use it on another carrier. I wanted to buy the Boost Moto G as it was a lot cheaper than the original one.
XT1031 US Cellular
I have the US Cellular variation but i cannot find the stock rom for it. I have done google searches and searched the forums but it has not come up under anything i have looked for. Does anyone have a link to go to, or an upload of it?
Thank you!!!
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I have the US Cellular variation but i cannot find the stock rom for it. I have done google searches and searched the forums but it has not come up under anything i have looked for. Does anyone have a link to go to, or an upload of it?
Thank you!!!
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Go check out this site, it's got all the factory roms for the moto g cdma and SIM card varieties
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=14
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i have found that site as well however my stock rom is 173.44.9.falcon_cdma.USC.en.US
Thank you for your post, i should have included my rom version as well.
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i have found that site as well however my stock rom is 173.44.9.falcon_cdma.USC.en.US
Thank you for your post, i should have included my rom version as well.
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Does US cellular have a parent company like boost mobile is part of sprint?
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Nope, US Cellular is the network operator, they do service uprepaid and others. Same level as Verizon or T-Mobile.
Hi, I have read one article that will help you to unlock Moto G: http://smartphoneunlockers.com/blog/how-to-unlock-moto-g/ may be it will be helpful for you
andrewsmith500 said:
Hi, I have read one article that will help you to unlock Moto G: http://smartphoneunlockers.com/blog/how-to-unlock-moto-g/ may be it will be helpful for you
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I got a "free" moto G from Boost Mobile when switched my T-Mobile number. However, I found I couldn't unlock my bootloader. The $40 monthly plan seems too expensive for me. I want to flash it to other service provider.
damiloveu said:
I got a "free" moto G from Boost Mobile when switched my T-Mobile number. However, I found I couldn't unlock my bootloader. The $40 monthly plan seems too expensive for me. I want to flash it to other service provider.
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Look at this thread at xda:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681166
Step by step guide to flash to Page Plus (Verizon MVNO).
This phone is not compatible with AT&T, T-mobile nor their MVNOs (which use the SIM card).
echui2014 said:
Look at this thread at xda:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681166
Step by step guide to flash to Page Plus (Verizon MVNO).
This phone is not compatible with AT&T, T-mobile nor their MVNOs (which use the SIM card).
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Thanks. PagePlus is not my best solution. I've got it sold via eBay and made some profit. I am with Sprint with student promotion and just pay for the tax.
Tim - brazil
sniper849 said:
Go check out this site, it's got all the factory roms for the moto g cdma and SIM card varieties
It means, that if i buy this mobile and took to Brazil, i can use with CDMA of carrier TIM ?
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I have the US Cellular variation but i cannot find the stock rom for it. I have done google searches and searched the forums but it has not come up under anything i have looked for. Does anyone have a link to go to, or an upload of it?
Thank you!!!
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Your cell have a sim?. I have a moto e 2gnr us cellular and I was could unlock the bootloader and use with any carrier.
Hello can anyone I have a boost Motorola moto g xt1031 version CDMA. my question is; can I adapt a CIM CARD READER to install a CIM CARD and converted in a GSM to use it with another carrier?
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Helllo Guys, i bought a consumer cellular moto g 8 gb. I am not able to determine if this is xt1032 or xt1034. I removed battery cover and it says xt1034 and when i connected to pc it says xt1032. Baseband reads 1032.awscc.us Can someone please advise and shed some light.
XT1034?
nycelitemaster said:
Helllo Guys, i bought a consumer cellular moto g 8 gb. I am not able to determine if this is xt1032 or xt1034. I removed battery cover and it says xt1034 and when i connected to pc it says xt1032. Baseband reads 1032.awscc.us Can someone please advise and shed some light.
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Will have to wait to get home to check the Moto G that I bought from consumer cellular. I know that it is listed as a XT1034 on the back, but have not checked how it is identified by the computer. As for the baseband version, that does not have to match the actual phone model number.
My other Moto G (US GSM) from Motorola is a XT1034 yet also lists 1032 in the baseband version number. However, the computer identifies it as XT1034. http://i.imgur.com/faQSiBU.png
Side Note: Does the Hotspot/Tethering option work on your consumer cellular Moto G? Mine does not list the option, but has an app that opens the menu, but nothing displays.
Thanks for the reply. I will check that once i get home. Also i am thinking build prop maybe control the model number that pops up on pc. Possible??
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The Consumer Cellular XT1034 Moto G is showing as XT1032 on my computer as well.
I think build.prop control that. Does consumer xt1034 works fine on tmo? If you know. Maybe?
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Works on T-Mobile
Yeah, once I got it unlocked, it works with my T-Mobile SIM. Had to update the APN, but so far no issues with Texts, Calls, or MMS.
The only feature not working so far is the Tethering/Hotspot.
U get hspa? Please let me know. I got another one just delivered. Ill be home in like 10 mins
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Yes, I get HSPA on it.
Awesome
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So i try to find the option for hotspot it wasnt there in consumer cellular. But i flashed aws retail from motos site and now i can do hotspot its legit
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Great to know all these information. My Moto g is on it's way to me ...
lcc014 said:
Great to know all these information. My Moto g is on it's way to me ...
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What you want to do is, unlock it first, then flash it with Motorola 4.4.x AWSRetail version, this can be done via fastboot, no need to unlock bootloader, once done reboot it and it should prompt you to install latest version. That is all. You are set. You can also convert to GPE, but you'll lose the 1700aws support, thus losing hspa on T-Mobile
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Which specific version did you end up flashing? Did you download from here http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=14 or have a different source?
I downloaded Android 4.4.3 Blur_Version.210.12.32.falcon_umts.AWSRetail.en.US
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I am planning to use this phone in AT&T network; is there any different ?
Thanks,
If you are you can still use aws, since consumer cellular have both bands. If you dont care about aws band, you can convert to gpe.. But not huge diff.. Moto updates week after google pushes release
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If you are you can still use aws, since consumer cellular have both bands. If you dont care about aws band, you can convert to gpe.. But not huge diff.. Moto updates week after google pushes release
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Great. Should I use RSDLite to install the Moto stock firmware ?
I installed using windows 8.1 using mfastboot i downloaded from xda using cmd prompt. It took literally 5-6 mins
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lcc014, follow this guide here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2542219
Flashed the XT1034 AWSRetail 4.4.4 and now everything works on the device and it is recognized as 1034 on the computer.
which firmware did you downloaded, and did you download of moto's website?
Thank You for your Help!
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im in the same crappy spot!
Still waiting on root for my Moto G 4G LTE also
I too am STUCK
apparently on 4.4.2 you could can not as of yet. I doubt one will come, it appears both the software and the bootloader is very secure. Don't hold your breath if this phone gets updated to lollipop. Best option is to sell the moto g on ebay and purchase another moto g that is factory unlocked and not tied to att. I will never puchase a cricket/att device ever again
Yes, I unlocked my Cricket (AIO) xt1032 with Sunshine. http://theroot.ninja/
(it costs 25$ to do it though...and it won't work on 4.4.4, but Cricket/AIO never pushed the 4.4.4)
Sparticuz said:
Yes, I unlocked my Cricket (AIO) xt1032 with Sunshine. http://theroot.ninja/
(it costs 25$ to do it though...and it won't work on 4.4.4, but Cricket/AIO never pushed the 4.4.4)
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ohhh lucky you but isnt that the non-LTE motoG?
Yeah, the xt1032 is the non-lte version
So basically, all of us with Cricket branded devices running 4.4.4 are screwed, and never getting Lollipop?
I chatted with a Cricket rep the other day and they said they have no plans to upgrade XT1045 to Lollipop.
Does anyone have an explanation as to why Motorola won't give out bootloader unlock codes for these devices?
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So basically, all of us with Cricket branded devices running 4.4.4 are screwed, and never getting Lollipop?
I chatted with a Cricket rep the other day and they said they have no plans to upgrade XT1045 to Lollipop.
Does anyone have an explanation as to why Motorola won't give out bootloader unlock codes for these devices?
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Because at will not let you unlock the boot loader to your device. As many of us know cricket was bought out by att. So now cricket is now a part of att network and att will not let Motorola let their customers unlock their boot loader through their website. If the moto g LTE is on 4.4.2 or 4.4.3 then you can easily go to the root.ninja website and they will unlock it for a price of 25 bucks. Once its unlocked that boot loader cannot be locked again even after a system update. As for lollipop I am not sure that they will or will not give the system update for the moto g LTE. Cricket is well known for not knowing what they are talking about when it comes to their devices. But if you can unlock the boot loader then theirs really no need to wait for the system update as cm12 is just as good as lollipop. In my opinion its better than stock lollipop
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Because at will not let you unlock the boot loader to your device. As many of us know cricket was bought out by att. So now cricket is now a part of att network and att will not let Motorola let their customers unlock their boot loader through their website. If the moto g LTE is on 4.4.2 or 4.4.3 then you can easily go to the root.ninja website and they will unlock it for a price of 25 bucks. Once its unlocked that boot loader cannot be locked again even after a system update. As for lollipop I am not sure that they will or will not give the system update for the moto g LTE. Cricket is well known for not knowing what they are talking about when it comes to their devices. But if you can unlock the boot loader then theirs really no need to wait for the system update as cm12 is just as good as lollipop. In my opinion its better than stock lollipop
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I am not a customer of AT&T or Cricket. I should have the right to do whatever I want to my phone. This would probably lead to nothing, but I wonder if any legal avenue can be taken here.
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I am not a customer of AT&T or Cricket. I should have the right to do whatever I want to my phone. This would probably lead to nothing, but I wonder if any legal avenue can be taken here.
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As I to feel like we should be able to do whatever we want to with the phones we buy. However the agreement between Verizon and at with Motorola prohibits them to let us unlock our devices through Motorola website. Which means that we have to find a way through other means like developers finding a loophole. This thing has been going on for years with Verizon and att. Even though you bought the phone outright from cricket, they are still att branded phones which blocks you from unlocking the easy and free way. However with sprint and tmobile your able to unlock it. I have the boost mobile CDMA moto g and had no trouble on the Motorola website. If you can go through the legal avenue on this one and achieve then you have no idea how many hands would be shaking yours from att and Verizon.lol
Hello,
Is there a way to carrier unlock the Moto G XT1031 on 4.4.4 from BoostMobile? I bought it certified pre-owned and I want to use it on TracFone. I read a few posts on the Internet that say that say unlocking the phone won't work past 1/15/2015... is this still the case on pre-owned devices? Or just for new devices bought after that date?
I'm a huge noob at this. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
You can unlock the bootloader here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2537119
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Hello,
Is there a way to carrier unlock the Moto G XT1031 on 4.4.4 from BoostMobile? I bought it certified pre-owned and I want to use it on TracFone. I read a few posts on the Internet that say that say unlocking the phone won't work past 1/15/2015... is this still the case on pre-owned devices? Or just for new devices bought after that date?
I'm a huge noob at this. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Well you don't carrier unlock cdma phones you flash them to another carrier. As for moto g on any thing else but boost sorry it is a no go. Unless like the lg g2 it is possible to say take a rom from vzw and put it on the boost variant and make it a verizon. The lg g2 sprint can be carrier unlocked by flashing a tmobile rom that has been modded. Found that out here on xda and did it.
need help everyone. i just got this moto g xt1045 just today. i tried a little bit of searching, but it seems the at&t xt1045 doesnt have an official lollipop update.. is that correct? if it is, that is a bummer.
what can i do with this device? root? custom rom? thanks in advance. i think the my moto g is in 4.4.4
As far as I know, the AT&T variant can not be unlocked. If that's the case, then your stuck.
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ATTACK said:
As far as I know, the AT&T variant can not be unlocked. If that's the case, then your stuck.
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Damn. So no root? No custom rom? Noooooooo! I paid 16bucks for this phone.