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[Q] Convert Verizon M8 to International...Is it possible?

Is it possible at all to convert Verizon carrier unlocked M8 to Internation version..to receive updates from HTC outside US?
Currently phone is in global network mode on GSM network in asia. But updates from Verizon are only available on CDMA network.
HTCDev has
One M8 HTC WWE zip 3.4.0 v4.4.2 91.3 MB 1.12.422.19
this file available for download.
My Theory:
1. Install weaksauce and get temporary root
2. Use firewater method to achieve S-OFF
3. Install twrp recovery
4. Flash above zip file.
Will this work?
Another Q:
1. Lets say above method works....will it restore recovery to stock? Because htc updates will only work on stock recovery right?

mukeshd said:
Is it possible at all to convert Verizon carrier unlocked M8 to Internation version..to receive updates from HTC outside US?
Currently phone is in global network mode on GSM network in asia. But updates from Verizon are only available on CDMA network.
HTCDev has
One M8 HTC WWE zip 3.4.0 v4.4.2 91.3 MB 1.12.422.19
this file available for download.
My Theory:
1. Install weaksauce and get temporary root
2. Use firewater method to achieve S-OFF
3. Install twrp recovery
4. Flash above zip file.
Will this work?
Another Q:
1. Lets say above method works....will it restore recovery to stock? Because htc updates will only work on stock recovery right?
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no.

ok. Any other way to achieve it?
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beaups said:
no.
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Probably no need to install custom recovery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2467421
Post #7
This way I can directly flash zip file obtained from htcdev. Will this work?

mukeshd said:
Probably no need to install custom recovery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2467421
Post #7
This way I can directly flash zip file obtained from htcdev. Will this work?
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Nope. You cannot do what you are trying to do.
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beaups said:
Nope. You cannot do what you are trying to do.
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Is there any other way then? Am I missing something?

mukeshd said:
Is there any other way then?
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No
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So there is no way I can get official updates...that sucks
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beaups said:
No
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Are there any way to flash another rom which is very similar or the same as the original m8 rom?

mspulur said:
Are there any way to flash another rom which is very similar or the same as the original m8 rom?
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There's a link for Viper rom and others. That what I'm on. You can also use the GPE ROM

mashk said:
There's a link for Viper rom and others. That what I'm on. You can also use the GPE ROM
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there roms are not very close to the original rom. I am looking forward to the most similar rom to the original rom of m8. Any idea?

mspulur said:
there roms are not very close to the original rom. I am looking forward to the most similar rom to the original rom of m8. Any idea?
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Try cleanROM for M8

mukeshd said:
So there is no way I can get official updates...that sucks
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If you go to the main HTC One M8 threads.. they have a conversion thread for M8 to International.. and if you read it, it says there is no support for CDMA only GSM..
Verizon = CDMA
Sorry.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708589

Imo Scott's roms ie clean rom is closest to stock than stock. You can Soff and still keep its ability in tact and change what u want to as long as you don't change recoveries
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I wish it was so I could get some GPE going that has everything working. Really the only big killer for me is not being able to browse the web and be on the phone at the same time.
I just don't understand why the 2 versions of phone are so different. I mean the VZW version can work on an international system right? Doesn't the VZW version version have the same hardware as the other models just not being used? Or just maybe VZW is just a bunch of spoil sports? I'm not sure if which but either way I wish I could convert mine to work with the stock GPE.
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w4itg said:
I wish it was so I could get some GPE going that has everything working. Really the only big killer for me is not being able to browse the web and be on the phone at the same time.
I just don't understand why the 2 versions of phone are so different. I mean the VZW version can work on an international system right? Doesn't the VZW version version have the same hardware as the other models just not being used? Or just maybe VZW is just a bunch of spoil sports? I'm not sure if which but either way I wish I could convert mine to work with the stock GPE.
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Exactly my point. If the hardware is same it should be possible to change the software and convert from Verizon to International.

At least can someone explain why it's not possible? May be any chances in future?
Just curious -> Noob!.... ??
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Guess we're not gonna get an answer. Because I'm curious too.
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i can only speculate because of verizon's CDMA for Voice and SMS that the international HTC updates won't have the correct radios or bands that work specifically on verizon's band.

mukeshd said:
Is it possible at all to convert Verizon carrier unlocked M8 to Internation version..to receive updates from HTC outside US?
Currently phone is in global network mode on GSM network in asia. But updates from Verizon are only available on CDMA network.
HTCDev has
One M8 HTC WWE zip 3.4.0 v4.4.2 91.3 MB 1.12.422.19
this file available for download.
My Theory:
1. Install weaksauce and get temporary root
2. Use firewater method to achieve S-OFF
3. Install twrp recovery
4. Flash above zip file.
Will this work?
Another Q:
1. Lets say above method works....will it restore recovery to stock? Because htc updates will only work on stock recovery right?
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What you should do is the following.
Root and S-OFF. Install custom recovery, flash one of the latest rooted Verizon roms from the development section. If you want, flash the radios too.
So, about converting it to international, I'm not 100% sure, but I think the hardware in the Verizon phone is incompatible with the International firmware.

How can i update my One M8

Hey, i recently bought an Unlocked Verizon HTC One M8,
im using a gsm sim card, everything works fine, but(and i know there is not an update yet) when im going to software update it says that the phone can update only in CDMA mode,
what can i do about it?
Thanks

or207 said:
Hey, i recently bought an Unlocked Verizon HTC One M8,
im using a gsm sim card, everything works fine, but(and i know there is not an update yet) when im going to software update it says that the phone can update only in CDMA mode,
what can i do about it?
Thanks
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Do you have any friends who are on VZW and have either a Moto X or iPhone 5/5S? The reason I ask, is because those 2 phones take a nano SIM card like the M8 does. When a software update comes out, try using their SIM card in your phone to take the update. That's the easiest way I can think of.
Sent from my HTC One M8 using XDA.

evltwn72 said:
Do you have any friends who are on VZW and have either a Moto X or iPhone 5/5S? The reason I ask, is because those 2 phones take a nano SIM card like the M8 does. When a software update comes out, try using their SIM card in your phone to take the update. That's the easiest way I can think of.
Sent from my HTC One M8 using XDA.
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unfortunately i bought the HTC from us and in my country (israel) there is no CDMA.. there is no VZW here..

or207 said:
unfortunately i bought the HTC from us and in my country (israel) there is no CDMA.. there is no VZW here..
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You may still be able to check it while on Wi-Fi. What does it say if you go into settings and do a software update check?
Sent from my HTC One M8

evltwn72 said:
You may still be able to check it while on Wi-Fi. What does it say if you go into settings and do a software update check?
Sent from my HTC One M8
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I can't attach photos yet apparently..
It says:
Software update only work in CDMA mode.
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or207 said:
I can't attach photos yet apparently..
It says:
Software update only work in CDMA mode.
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Well you might be stuck then without rooting and ROM'ing your phone. Hopefully sometime else might know. Sorry I couldn't help you more.
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I'm pretty sure you'll have to s-off and then root your phone to push the firmware update.
the Red Viper ROM

So given that my phone is in the same situation as the original poster, all I have to do is to s-off and root my phone to push the update?
How would the update be done if it's rooted? I just want to update the firmware, I have no intention of adding a custom rom or anything, just whatever sense version is the latest on verizon now

buzzer555 said:
So given that my phone is in the same situation as the original poster, all I have to do is to s-off and root my phone to push the update?
How would the update be done if it's rooted? I just want to update the firmware, I have no intention of adding a custom rom or anything, just whatever sense version is the latest on verizon now
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Yes, you should be able to install just the firmware/radios. There is a thread in the android development section specifically for the installation of the firmware/radios. You will definitely need s-off to install them. There is also a thread on that - it's actually really easy. I had my brand new m8 s-off'd and rooted in about 20 minutes.

Help! Identifying My E8 Model

Hi E8 users! I hope you can help me identify my model and how to fix it. But I don't know how to troubleshoot since im knew to android (came from ios). The problem is I know that there are some missing like blinkfeed in my os. Tried to reset/restore but still missing. I foundout also that i cant go to fastboot menu (power + volume down). Also no fastboot setting in setting>battery. See my version in attached screenshot.
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Dude use this RUU to restore to stock if that's what you want. You seem to be on a custom build at the moment. From what your screenshot tells us you have M8sw on a custom build ROM. Did you flash it with anything?
[Unicom][M8sw][CID HTCCN703][OPAJ20000] : https://mega.co.nz/#!isoVSCDL!9IsD3hNs3M9lzXlxnYUw5nnNcEX3gqOewMHPrGJepdg and https://mega.co.nz/#!z0YzCJgS!7UqgTsrDURi0igg--L42MOKW9fXD-ktMfpJ5ds_iaTQ
See this thread for more help

Im glad someone replied. I will download and follow your advice. I bought the phone 2nd hand and i don't know the history. Can i flash ruu even my boatloader is locked? By the way when i tried to go to recovery (power + volume up) i got the recovery with a android lying down with a text "no command". Is that ok?
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As long as you bought this phone in China and know it to be a China dual GSM SIM, the RUU should work for you and you should be good. But remember that if you had it unlocked by anyone or anything, that will go away.
This is my first HTC device and I haven't flashed RUU since HTC Desire, so you will need to Google around a little.

Just a lil weird, as per my research M8sw model should be dual sim but mine is single sim. Btw, i attach the photo of my recovery
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Did you flash a custom ROM? Did a friend flash it for you?

No. I bkught it 2nd hand and i dont know the history. (My stupidness) i think i bought a fake one :banghead:
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And another thing i discovered, it's a micro sim not nano sim. Im really stupid that i never checked this should be a lesson to me and everyone
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Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. Because no custom basebands are out for E8 yet.
Wow.. You really get fake phones there? Can you share pictures?

[Q] HTC Desire 620G Dual

I need some help in rooting my HTC Desire 620G. I could not find any related topic in the forum.
Thanks.

Try framaroot. Download it through this thread by alephzain.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/root-framaroot-one-click-apk-to-root-t2130276

Framaroot isn't working
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Okay, then use Towelroot by geohot. I think it will work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2793071

neither towelroot nor framaroot can't root 620G :crying:

I tried all of the one click root applications
Sent from my HTC Desire 620G dual sim using XDA Free mobile app

For easy method, just download iRoot and root your HTC Desire 620G. After that, using Root Explorer to delete the superuser.apk in system/app (because it's using Chinese language), then open Playstore and install SuperSU of Chainfire. Reboot your phone. Done!.
For complex method, you should use MTKDroidTool (this tool is perfect for Mediatek devices). You can backup your stock firmware, install CWM Recovery and root your phone. Because HTC 620G Dual doesn't come with Qualcomm chipset so rooting this device is not required unlocking bootloader.

Root checker confirmed that HTC Desire 620G Dual Sim is rooted.

can we root without computer?

mr_gourav2000 said:
can we root without computer?
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Not yet. 2 working methods above required a computer

Benjoy Ericsson said:
Not yet. 2 working methods above required a computer
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:crying:
buy the way thanks for replying.

How to Root Easiest way
Hi Follow the instruction wasting one day and found the way have to do
First of all install the HTC can download from this HTC google it download HTC sync manager
then download root-genius 1.8.7 you can download it from torrent its avalable
the run it as admin atPC then U can Root it Congratulations Follow the step sof:cyclops:tware mention :good:

Benjoy Ericsson said:
For easy method, just download iRoot and root your HTC Desire 620G. After that, using Root Explorer to delete the superuser.apk in system/app (because it's using Chinese language), then open Playstore and install SuperSU of Chainfire. Reboot your phone. Done!.
For complex method, you should use MTKDroidTool (this tool is perfect for Mediatek devices). You can backup your stock firmware, install CWM Recovery and root your phone. Because HTC 620G Dual doesn't come with Qualcomm chipset so rooting this device is not required unlocking bootloader.
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Do you know of any method to root the desire620 with snapdragon 410 single SIM version, I can't find anything on it.

kieranc88 said:
Do you know of any method to root the desire620 with snapdragon 410 single SIM version, I can't find anything on it.
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1st you need unlock your bootloader, then try rooting by any tool.

mr_gourav2000 said:
1st you need unlock your bootloader, then try rooting by any tool.
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That was my next question so iroot or kingroot or something would work after unlocking bootloader , wonder if it's worth it with no way back if something goes wrong , no custom recovery or stock firmware.

Make a backup of your stock firmware using MTK Droid tools and SP Flash tool and then you can proceed without risk.
CWM recovery can be made for this phone using the above same tools !
HIT Thanks if you found this helpful !
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shadowk97 said:
Make a backup of your stock firmware using MTK Droid tools and SP Flash tool and then you can proceed without risk.
CWM recovery can be made for this phone using the above same tools !
HIT Thanks if you found this helpful !
Sent from my HTC Desire 620G dual sim using XDA Premium mobile app
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Mine is the Qualcomm snapdragon version.

shadowk97 said:
Make a backup of your stock firmware using MTK Droid tools and SP Flash tool and then you can proceed without risk.
CWM recovery can be made for this phone using the above same tools !
HIT Thanks if you found this helpful !
Sent from my HTC Desire 620G dual sim using XDA Premium mobile app
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Is it posible to build true HTC Sense rom for this phone( because we dont have some sense things like sense recents)? Sorry for asking on this thread, but this is not popular phone and it doesnt have much community around it.

Yes, this phone is definitely dead. After just four months. Wasted money. It has no Sense, there will be no updates, and no developer support whatsoever. Don't buy this phone!!!

stefan011 said:
Yes, this phone is definitely dead. After just four months. Wasted money.
It has no Sense,
there will be no updates,
and no developer support whatsoever.
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1) Is this confirmed? Any source?
Planning to get an HTC 620 G (The dual sim variant with Mediatek 6592 octa core proccy)
2) Also, Google threw one result about kitkat installation http://handytechplus.com/install-android-50-lollipop-rom-htc-desire-620/
Which thread has that method mentioned here?

New Update 1.57.617.20

Today appeared a new update to 1.57.617.20. Anyone know more about it?. My phone is HTC One A9 Unlocked.

just a monthly security update nothing too much

Download Link:
http://d-h.st/s1sn

Which previous update was better 1.55 or 1.56? (US Unlocked)

For me 1.56 is the smoothest for now... But i havent test 1.57

Does anyone else suffer from intermittent complete service loss.. I have a AT&T, S-off, cid & mid mod..
Sent from my HTC One A9 using Tapatalk

is this update released for EU?

not yet foe EU
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jsanta11 said:
Does anyone else suffer from intermittent complete service loss.. I have a AT&T, S-off, cid & mid mod..
Sent from my HTC One A9 using Tapatalk
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my signals been pretty good. my phone does reboot itself sometimes once in a blue moon. for the most part it's pretty smooth. bluetooth and data works great.

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