Not sure if this is news or not, but I was chatting with an LG support specialist yesterday and they informed me that they will be supporting unlocking of the bootloader - at least on the T-Mo variant. Of course, she ended each sentence with "although we don't recommend it...." So, there's that! Picking mine up today!
ShermCraig said:
Not sure if this is news or not, but I was chatting with an LG support specialist yesterday and they informed me that they will be supporting unlocking of the bootloader - at least on the T-Mo variant. Of course, she ended each sentence with "although we don't recommend it...." So, there's that! Picking mine up today!
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There is already a thread in the general section confirming the T-Mo variant is unlocked.
ShermCraig said:
Not sure if this is news or not, but I was chatting with an LG support specialist yesterday and they informed me that they will be supporting unlocking of the bootloader - at least on the T-Mo variant. Of course, she ended each sentence with "although we don't recommend it...." So, there's that! Picking mine up today!
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Not development, shouldn't be posted here.
And if you are on the LG developer forum, they have no interest in unlocking across the board because of carrier agreements. You could have a petition signed by every person in the world and they wouldn't care. They can't publicly support something that most carriers don't want. T-Mobile is the exception.
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TheJesus said:
And if you are on the LG developer forum, they have no interest in unlocking across the board because of carrier agreements. You could have a petition signed by every person in the world and they wouldn't care. They can't publicly support something that most carriers don't want. T-Mobile is the exception.
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Just sharing what I was told....
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Just sharing what I was told....
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I just wanted to share the LG Dev side. The back door discussions are that LG wants to support actual dev/ROM/etc, but carriers want it locked up (free hotspot is just sooooo bad). Not sure why they won't unlock bootloaders for devices not purchased through a carrier or bought outright, but I think it just comes back to the carriers having a good reign over the decision.
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There is already a thread in the general section confirming the T-Mo variant is unlocked.
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hi man
How to Unlock Bootloader on LG V10 (960A)
I did not find the solution
Verizon
When Verizon is the one who says that, I will definitely be interested. I have been waiting and drooling for a while now.
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I know that I am not the only one looking at this phone as a way to get a great Dual Core, 4G, vanilla Android phone (unmolested by AT&T) but able to be used on the AT&T network. I have had great luck and a lot of fun with the AT&T Nexus One and I think this phone will be just a successful with the help of XDA DEV's
I wanted to start a thread here in the G2X section for people to share with other users how to's and what works with regards to using this phone on the AT&T network.
It may be to soon to get all the answers, but maybe someone is working the same answers.
Questions:
How easy will it be to obtain the SIM Unlock code from T-Mobile or LG?
I am going to buy the phone at retail, just may have to use T-Mobile for 60-90 days to get the Unlock code.
Will AT&T allow us to upgrade to 4G data plan without buying their 4G phone?
I know from researching the Atrix 4G that the AT&T data plan needed to be upgraded to a 4G plan but you could keep unlimited data.
If I remember Tmobile's unlock policy correctly you wont have to wait. You can request the unlock code right away if you pay full retail price. Unless that's changed recently of course but I dont think it has. Good luck with it.
Kind of a repeat of what is in this thread started by me (which you tried to hijack)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1036129
Re-posting what I have found here:
I just got off of the phone with t-mobile customer care (1-877-453-1304). I called them because I wanted clarification on this before I purchased 2 full retail price phones.
The program is called the "Sim Subsidy Unlock Program." It is for anyone that purchases a phone for the full retail price from a corporate store or an authorized retailer and pays all of the price upfront.
You need to call customer care, explain that you purchased a phone for full price and request a "remedy request form number." They will then open this request and you then have 7 days to fax the following to the Sim Unlock Team at 1-813-353-6557 :
ATTENTION: SIM UNLOCK TEAM
Full Name
Mobile Number
Email Address
Readable Copy Of Sales Receipt
It takes 24 to 72 hours to process and they will email you instructions to unlock your phone.
As for at&t's 4g, there currently using hspa+ also, so if it supports their 3g, you'll have at&t "4g" as well
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Kind of a repeat of what is in this thread started by me (which you tried to hijack)
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Sorry, I don't know why they did not move that thread over to this forum. It was clearly labeled as a g2x thread.
That is great info from T-Mobile about the "Sim Subsidy Unlock Program."
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They will then open this request and you then have 7 days to fax the following to the Sim Unlock Team at 1-813-353-6557 :
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does it have to be "faxed"? you can't email the info? thanks
Lightning N1 said:
I know that I am not the only one looking at this phone as a way to get a great Dual Core, 4G, vanilla Android phone (unmolested by AT&T) but able to be used on the AT&T network. I have had great luck and a lot of fun with the AT&T Nexus One and I think this phone will be just a successful with the help of XDA DEV's
I wanted to start a thread here in the G2X section for people to share with other users how to's and what works with regards to using this phone on the AT&T network.
It may be to soon to get all the answers, but maybe someone is working the same answers.
Questions:
How easy will it be to obtain the SIM Unlock code from T-Mobile or LG?
I am going to buy the phone at retail, just may have to use T-Mobile for 60-90 days to get the Unlock code.
Will AT&T allow us to upgrade to 4G data plan without buying their 4G phone?
I know from researching the Atrix 4G that the AT&T data plan needed to be upgraded to a 4G plan but you could keep unlimited data.
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Wondering the same things. Currently have the vibrant...
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davehasninjas said:
As for at&t's 4g, there currently using hspa+ also, so if it supports their 3g, you'll have at&t "4g" as well
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Just expect to have below 3G upload speeds with AT&T.
Edit: nevermind... software vs hardware limitations. Nonetheless, screw AT&T
nomisunrider said:
Kind of a repeat of what is in this thread started by me (which you tried to hijack)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1036129
Re-posting what I have found here:
I just got off of the phone with t-mobile customer care (1-877-453-1304). I called them because I wanted clarification on this before I purchased 2 full retail price phones.
The program is called the "Sim Subsidy Unlock Program." It is for anyone that purchases a phone for the full retail price from a corporate store or an authorized retailer and pays all of the price upfront.
You need to call customer care, explain that you purchased a phone for full price and request a "remedy request form number." They will then open this request and you then have 7 days to fax the following to the Sim Unlock Team at 1-813-353-6557 :
ATTENTION: SIM UNLOCK TEAM
Full Name
Mobile Number
Email Address
Readable Copy Of Sales Receipt
It takes 24 to 72 hours to process and they will email you instructions to unlock your phone.
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That is this NORMAL procedure ...unless the phone is "exclusive" to T-Mobile. In such a case they will NOT unlock it even if you paid full retail price. This is what happened to me with their dell streak 7, I had to return it as they would not unlock it no matter what and I paid full retail for it so please triple check before you buy as I think the the G2X is exclusive to T-Mobile in the US.
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clubtech said:
That is this NORMAL procedure ...unless the phone is "exclusive" to T-Mobile. In such a case they will NOT unlock it even if you paid full retail price. This is what happened to me with their dell streak 7, I had to return it as they would not unlock it no matter what and I paid full retail for it so please triple check before you buy as I think the the G2X is exclusive to T-Mobile in the US.
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If this is true, are there any stores that are offering unlocks for this phone?
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clubtech said:
That is this NORMAL procedure ...unless the phone is "exclusive" to T-Mobile. In such a case they will NOT unlock it even if you paid full retail price. This is what happened to me with their dell streak 7, I had to return it as they would not unlock it no matter what and I paid full retail for it so please triple check before you buy as I think the the G2X is exclusive to T-Mobile in the US.
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why does it work on at&t bands.... ANY PHONE and i repeat ANY phone can be unlocked.... the phone is made for two networkds (im guessing because of the possible merger) so no its not stuck to just tmobile... now i understand your stating that tmobile might not give the codes because it is an "exclusive tmobile phone" however!!!!! give this forum a few weeks and you will have it unlocked!
im sure there is away just like any other phone! (if im wrong and this is the only phone in the world that cant be unlocked you can kick me in the ****)
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If this is true, are there any stores that are offering unlocks for this phone?
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I cant find anyplace that have unlock codes for the G2X. This is an issue...
clubtech said:
That is this NORMAL procedure ...unless the phone is "exclusive" to T-Mobile. In such a case they will NOT unlock it even if you paid full retail price. This is what happened to me with their dell streak 7, I had to return it as they would not unlock it no matter what and I paid full retail for it so please triple check before you buy as I think the the G2X is exclusive to T-Mobile in the US.
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It can be unlocked. Mine will be as soon as I get it. Just have to wait for employees to be able to order it.
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sk337sk337 said:
It can be unlocked. Mine will be as soon as I get it. Just have to wait for employees to be able to order it.
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Just curious but how will workers being able to order it, affect a way to get it unlocked?
spyz88 said:
I cant find anyplace that have unlock codes for the G2X. This is an issue...
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It's not even officially out yet. Of course you cannot find unlock codes for it.
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It can be unlocked. Mine will be as soon as I get it. Just have to wait for employees to be able to order it.
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I'm sure it CAN be unlocked if you can get the unlock code. If the device is exclusive to T-Mobile, they wont give the unlock codes out so u are left only with back door options like T-Mobile employees .
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It's not even officially out yet. Of course you cannot find unlock codes for it.
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It officially has been on sale since the 15th, so yes, it is out yet. Also, I have seen unlock codes for phones that are about to be released. Especially if there is a European counterpart.
P.S. I'm getting especially sick of these carriers with phones being locked to carriers, locked down, locked/encrypted bootloaders. SMH.
spyz88 said:
It officially has been on sale since the 15th, so yes, it is out yet. Also, I have seen unlock codes for phones that are about to be released. Especially if there is a European counterpart.
P.S. I'm getting especially sick of these carriers with phones being locked to carriers, locked down, locked/encrypted bootloaders. SMH.
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not to pick a fight but NO its not officially out yet... it went on pre-order the 15th... that is not an official release if its just on pre-order
call customer service they will tell you the same
now as the same methods that worked with the O2x may not work with the G2x...
nate420 said:
...give this forum a few weeks and you will have it unlocked!
im sure there is away just like any other phone! (if im wrong and this is the only phone in the world that cant be unlocked you can kick me in the ****)...
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SIM unlock codes are provided by the phone manufacturer. When you make a request for an unlock code, the wireless company forwards the request to the manufacturer. The manufacturer e-mail's you the unlock code. If you're using an unlock service off the web they're doing the same thing. Devs have nothing to do with unlocking a SIM.
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SIM unlock codes are provided by the phone manufacturer. When you make a request for an unlock code, the wireless company forwards the request to the manufacturer. The manufacturer e-mail's you the unlock code. If you're using an unlock service off the web they're doing the same thing. Devs have nothing to do with unlocking a SIM.
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MANY of my phones have been unlocked by the help of people finding a way!
thanks for your input but my vibrant was unlocked without dealing with tmobile/manufacturers
LG V20 up on B&H Photo / Preorder says it starts Oct 2nd Unlocked version usa variant
https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/54xc06/lg_v20_unlocked_version_page_up_on_bh_photo_usa/
I do not see it anywhere on the B&H website and after talking to them (live chat), they are acting like they have no clue what I am talking about. No pre-order date known. I hope this person is correct and not just messing with us but I have not seen a screenshot yet to prove it.
B&H Photo
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1285960-REG/lg_lgus996_ausatn_lg_v20_4gb_ram.html
Sounds good so far: Free shipping, no taxes outside NY, unlocked SIM, but not sure about the Bootloader.
PsiPhiDan said:
I do not see it anywhere on the B&H website and after talking to them (live chat), they are acting like they have no clue what I am talking about. No pre-order date known. I hope this person is correct and not just messing with us but I have not seen a screenshot yet to prove it.
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Just type in LG V20 and it shows up lol what were you doing that you can't find it?
aknotts415 said:
Just type in LG V20 and it shows up lol what were you doing that you can't find it?
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That is really weird... earlier today nothing appeared. I looked at every LG phone on their website. Like I said, I even chatted with them and they had no idea. Now I go to their website and it pops up right away! Haha, pretty bizarre! I'm glad it is there though!
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That is really weird... earlier today nothing appeared. I looked at every LG phone on their website. Like I said, I even chatted with them and they had no idea. Now I go to their website and it pops up right away! Haha, pretty bizarre! I'm glad it is there though!
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yeah strange lol. When I saw your comment I was shocked lol. The pages are pretty incomplete. But this looks like a good sign. Hopefully we see carrier news tomorrow on the Korean release date. Id be shocked if this is preorderable on B&H Photo before the carriers. So I expect something really soon. Odd its preorderable on the sunday lol. looks like theres also some jewish holliday starting sunday afternoon so if you want to preoder, dont wait.
Verizon says they don't know if they will support the unlocked US edition... ugh.
They had better! I don't want all their dumb bloatware and feature removal and bootloader locking!
galaxys said:
... but not sure about the Bootloader.
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That is thee question. One can only hope for an unlocked bootloader...
PsiPhiDan said:
Verizon says they don't know if they will support the unlocked US edition... ugh.
They had better! I don't want all their dumb bloatware and feature removal and bootloader locking!
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I'm sure they will. They dont even list the v20 on their website themselves. The chat reps don't know anything anyway.
aknotts415 said:
I'm sure they will. They dont even list the v20 on their website themselves. The chat reps don't know anything anyway.
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What are the disadvantages to buying an unlocked phone and using with a carrier like Verizon? Do they lack certain features? Does it usually cost more? I've never purchased an unlocked phone but I'm very interested in doing it this time to avoid the stupid bloatware and other garbage Verizon pulls.
hopefully it can be rooted
PsiPhiDan said:
Verizon says they don't know if they will support the unlocked US edition... ugh.
They had better! I don't want all their dumb bloatware and feature removal and bootloader locking!
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I'm sure they will. They dont even list the v20 on their website themselves. The chat reps don't know anything anyway.
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Haven't most previous LG devices (sans Nexus) had US carrier specific SKUs? I doubt the unlocked V20 SKU will work on CDMA carriers at all.
I'm in the market for something to replace my N6 Shamu and v20 has my attention...though I suspect I'm screwed with carrier-specific SKUs and firmware and updates...and the resulting fragmentation of the developer community, if there is one.
PsiPhiDan said:
What are the disadvantages to buying an unlocked phone and using with a carrier like Verizon? Do they lack certain features? Does it usually cost more? I've never purchased an unlocked phone but I'm very interested in doing it this time to avoid the stupid bloatware and other garbage Verizon pulls.
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The disadvantage? It most likely outright will not work.
Most carrier unlocked smartphones and dumbphones are GSM only and do not support CDMA at all....and do not support the CDMA-carrier LTE bands. IOW, 99.9999% of the time carrier unlocked phones are useless bricks on Verizon and Sprint. The exceptions are Nexus devices and a handful of others.
Also, SPrint for example does not publish their Visual Voicemail app for Nexus carrier unlocked phones...so you have toi use someone else's voicemail service/app.
The massive advantage? A unified developer community, which greatly accelerates how quickly work gets done. Also you can dump your carrier and BYOD anywhere else.
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Haven't most previous LG devices (sans Nexus) had US carrier specific SKUs? I doubt the unlocked V20 SKU will work on CDMA carriers at all.
I'm in the market for something to replace my N6 Shamu and v20 has my attention...though I suspect I'm screwed with carrier-specific SKUs and firmware and updates...and the resulting fragmentation of the developer community, if there is one.
The disadvantage? It most likely outright will not work.
Most carrier unlocked smartphones and dumbphones are GSM only and do not support CDMA at all....and do not support the CDMA-carrier LTE bands. IOW, 99.9999% of the time carrier unlocked phones are useless bricks on Verizon and Sprint. The exceptions are Nexus devices and a handful of others.
Also, SPrint for example does not publish their Visual Voicemail app for Nexus carrier unlocked phones...so you have toi use someone else's voicemail service/app.
The massive advantage? A unified developer community, which greatly accelerates how quickly work gets done. Also you can dump your carrier and BYOD anywhere else.
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Fyi the unlocked us variant of the lg g5 did work on Verizon officially.
aknotts415 said:
Fyi the unlocked us variant of the lg g5 did work on Verizon officially.
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The BHP pre-order page claims the carrier-unlocked V20S variant is CDMA and GSM compatible...hopefully they are right.
And hopefully Sprint are massive jerks about BYOD of the v20 if that is true.
It looks like USCC version (US996).
mingkee said:
It looks like USCC version (US996).
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its unlocked not a carrier version. Also not to be the barer of bad news but the preorder date is now Oct 17th.
aknotts415 said:
its unlocked not a carry version. Also not to be the barer of bad news but the preorder date is now Oct 17th.
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I'll assume that's the actual date they have them in stock "purchase date"... I'm going to assume if they have a pre-order period it would start prior to the 17th..
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Steve Lazarus said:
I'll assume that's the actual date they have them in stock "purchase date"... I'm going to assume if they have a pre-order period it would start prior to the 17th..
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Did you read what it actually said? lol "Item will be available for Pre-Order on Mon, Oct 17 12AM"
aknotts415 said:
Did you read what it actually said? lol "Item will be available for Pre-Order on Mon, Oct 17 12AM"
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Hmmm, copied and pasted directly from their website... Not sure what's so confusing about it?
New Item - Coming Soon
Free Shipping for This Item
Free Expedited Shipping on Orders over $49
Ship Time: Not available
Write a Review
Item will be available for purchase on Mon, Oct 17 12AM
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LG has apparently released an official bootloader unlock tool for "The US Open Market",
Will this unlock the bootloaders of the ATT, VZW, and Sprint Variants? Or just the unlocked US version? If not, maybe this can at least help us?
http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/11/24/lgs-bootloader-unlock-tool-supports-lg-v20-us-open-market/
Don't think it will help us locked to ATT, VZW and Sprint
jellybear456 said:
LG has apparently released an official bootloader unlock tool for "The US Open Market",
Will this unlock the bootloaders of the ATT, VZW, and Sprint Variants? Or just the unlocked US version? If not, maybe this can at least help us?
http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/11/24/lgs-bootloader-unlock-tool-supports-lg-v20-us-open-market/
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This line just leads me to believe we are still beholden to the Big 3 to get our boot loaders unlocked:
"We're not sure what exactly constitutes the "US open market" but it's more likely to mean unlocked devices officially sold in the US, i.e. not those that are coming from the operators."
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This line just leads me to believe we are still beholden to the Big 3 to get our boot loaders unlocked:
"We're not sure what exactly constitutes the "US open market" but it's more likely to mean unlocked devices officially sold in the US, i.e. not those that are coming from the operators."
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Honestly didn't even see that line when I read it. But hopefully this can somehow help developers.
what's the code name for Big 3 company V20?
The news said "US996.USA" will support
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what's the code name for Big 3 company V20?
The news said "US996.USA" will support
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Code Names:
AT&T/VZW: DUMB & DUMBER
SPRINT: DUMBEST
@jkyoho
Here's a list of the model numbers & the corresponding carriers:
https://www.techwalls.com/lg-v20-model-numbers-differences/
I know us Muricans are a month behind,but,Happy Thanksgiving ! :highfive:
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Code Names:
AT&T/VZW: DUMB & DUMBER
SPRINT: DUMBEST
@jkyoho
Here's a list of the model numbers & the corresponding carriers:
https://www.techwalls.com/lg-v20-model-numbers-differences/
I know us Muricans are a month behind,but,Happy Thanksgiving ! :highfive:
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Thanks for the list will send it to the AssHat that is posting in every thread that all our phones are unlocked now.
Will this work on Wind (now known as "Freedom Mobile") H915 variant?
I think this will be my next phone.
volcolm said:
Will this work on Wind (now known as "Freedom Mobile") H915 variant?
I think this will be my next phone.
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I hear this carrier may have more bands than what is listed here:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/carrier-compatibility/221YTBP/lg-h910-v20-lte-a-h915/wind-canada
At least you now have the bands that are on this model,call 'em up to verify compatibility.
I wonder if the 'Enable OEM unlock' slider in the Developer options is an indication the LG unlock tool can be used to unlock the bootloader. I have the H915 as well, so it's the Canadian variant.
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I wonder if the 'Enable OEM unlock' slider is of any indication the LG unlock tool can be used to unlock the bootloader. I have the H915 as well, so it's the Canadian variant.
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In a word :
No, lots of phones from different mfgs & carriers have this toggle & will never have an unlocked bootloader.
I'm not saying it'll never happen, but, just based on the toggle alone is no reason to get your hopes up.
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In a word :
No, lots of phones from different mfgs & carriers have this toggle & will never have an unlocked bootloader.
I'm not saying it'll never happen, but, just based on the toggle alone is no reason to get your hopes up.
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Ohhh I see, I just came back into XDA after a long hiatus on rooting/rom flashing and etc - thanks for letting me know.
How bout international version h900
If you get the unlocked version from HTC's website, does it support Sprint, or will they have different radios? I tweeted HTC and they said that the unlocked version will NOT support Sprint.... But if you look on there website at the radios then I don't see an issue, they are the same as the unlocked version.
Here is a link to the website for the radios.
http://www.htc.com/us/smartphones/htc-u11/buy/#!color=black
And the unlocked radios:
http://www.htc.com/us/go/htc-u11-unlocked/
I also asked if I were to get the Sprint version would that support all other carriers (ie. AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon), I did not get a response from HTC.
I will say this would be absolutely ridiculous if the Sprint version is dumb down and doesn't support the rest of the world. I honestly would think about switching if this were the case. I just want to be on a GSM carrier that I don't have to worry about "if my phone will work" on this network. Annoying.
BTW I say this because I travel a lot, so having 1 phone that works everywhere would be the best thing in the world.
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If you get the unlocked version from HTC's website, does it support Sprint, or will they have different radios? I tweeted HTC and they said that the unlocked version will NOT support Sprint.... But if you look on there website at the radios then I don't see an issue, they are the same as the unlocked version.
Here is a link to the website for the radios.
http://www.htc.com/us/smartphones/htc-u11/buy/#!color=black
And the unlocked radios:
http://www.htc.com/us/go/htc-u11-unlocked/
I also asked if I were to get the Sprint version would that support all other carriers (ie. AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon), I did not get a response from HTC.
I will say this would be absolutely ridiculous if the Sprint version is dumb down and doesn't support the rest of the world. I honestly would think about switching if this were the case. I just want to be on a GSM carrier that I don't have to worry about "if my phone will work" on this network. Annoying.
BTW I say this because I travel a lot, so having 1 phone that works everywhere would be the best thing in the world.
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out of the box, the Unlocked ROM would not support Sprint, but the hardware is the same between the unlocked & sprint, so technically you could flash the Sprint ROM on the unlocked model. The problem is the unlocked IMEI would not be whitelisted. As far as the Sprint model supporting the GSM carriers...yes it would, provided the sim was unlocked...or you could flash the unlocked ROM.
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out of the box, the Unlocked ROM would not support Sprint, but the hardware is the same between the unlocked & sprint, so technically you could flash the Sprint ROM on the unlocked model. The problem is the unlocked IMEI would not be whitelisted. As far as the Sprint model supporting the GSM carriers...yes it would, provided the sim was unlocked...or you could flash the unlocked ROM.
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OMFG THANK YOU! This makes way more sense now. I have been all over the Internet looking for an answer. Well at least I know the actual hardware is the same.
I feel like having to deal with hoping that Sprint will support the unlocked devices IMEI wpuld be worse then buying the Sprint flavor.
So I have 2 easy options then.
1. Buy it from Sprint at full price and do not extend my contact. Then have them unlock it which they can't say no to if I have no obligation to them.
2. Buy it from HTC but in the Sprint version. But I have to figure out if it is unlocked. I think it is. It looks like it is on there website.
Man I hate how buying phones and carrier plans work in the US. I wish we would go to an overseas model, and almost every phone is unlocked. Then you just decided what service you want yourself. So easy to just walk in a store and get service with whatever phone you want.
MrT246007 said:
OMFG THANK YOU! This makes way more sense now. I have been all over the Internet looking for an answer. Well at least I know the actual hardware is the same.
I feel like having to deal with hoping that Sprint will support the unlocked devices IMEI wpuld be worse then buying the Sprint flavor.
So I have 2 easy options then.
1. Buy it from Sprint at full price and do not extend my contact. Then have them unlock it which they can't say no to if I have no obligation to them.
2. Buy it from HTC but in the Sprint version. But I have to figure out if it is unlocked. I think it is. It looks like it is on there website.
Man I hate how buying phones and carrier plans work in the US. I wish we would go to an overseas model, and almost every phone is unlocked. Then you just decided what service you want yourself. So easy to just walk in a store and get service with whatever phone you want.
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you can unlock the SIM yourself quite easily same method as HTC Bolt/10/M9/A9 etc... https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-one-m9/general/nv-unlock-sim-t3314755
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you can unlock the SIM yourself quite easily same method as HTC Bolt/10/M9/A9 etc... https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-one-m9/general/nv-unlock-sim-t3314755
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Ah that is very handy, I might look into doing that. Thank You.
However, I do think I am going to purchase the phone at full price anyway as that is what I was planning on doing, but this is good to know. At least the hardware is the same and I wont be locked down by Sprint. I should just buy it direct from HTC I think.
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Ah that is very handy, I might look into doing that. Thank You.
However, I do think I am going to purchase the phone at full price anyway as that is what I was planning on doing, but this is good to know. At least the hardware is the same and I wont be locked down by Sprint. I should just buy it direct from HTC I think.
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Yeah, it is cheaper to buy from HTC at full price especially with the $50 off code.. Plus you could make interest free payments via PayPal credit if you wanted to
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Yeah, it is cheaper to buy from HTC at full price especially with the $50 off code.. Plus you could make interest free payments via PayPal credit if you wanted to
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Ya I was thinking the same thing. But its weird on HTC's website if you select the Sprint version it doesn't have the color black. But if you go to sprint they do..... facepalm.
Also I spoke with Sprint yesterday to see if they would tell me if the unlocked one works, and they refused to even check. They wanted the MEID of the device, which I don't have, and I told them I don't have it until I buy the phone online and have it shipped to me. So this is annoying.
Also I just ran across this article on Android Central that the Verizon version dose not have CDMA radios. Now that makes me wonder about the Sprint version.
https://www.androidcentral.com/us-u...-support-verizons-cdma-network-and-thats-okay
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Ya I was thinking the same thing. But its weird on HTC's website if you select the Sprint version it doesn't have the color black. But if you go to sprint they do..... facepalm.
Also I spoke with Sprint yesterday to see if they would tell me if the unlocked one works, and they refused to even check. They wanted the MEID of the device, which I don't have, and I told them I don't have it until I buy the phone online and have it shipped to me. So this is annoying.
Also I just ran across this article on Android Central that the Verizon version dose not have CDMA radios. Now that makes me wonder about the Sprint version.
https://www.androidcentral.com/us-u...-support-verizons-cdma-network-and-thats-okay
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Sprint still has CDMA ?
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Sprint still has CDMA
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I swear this is a headache. Just go to Sprint and buy the dang thing, then either unlock it myself or have them do it. Just have to suck up the extra $50.
MrT246007 said:
I swear this is a headache. Just go to Sprint and buy the dang thing, then either unlock it myself or have them do it. Just have to suck up the extra $50.
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at least pre-ordering via Sprint will get u 2 free Amazon Echo dots ($100 value)
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at least pre-ordering via Sprint will get u 2 free Amazon Echo dots ($100 value)
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Ya I guess you are right on that. I don't even want the things, I suppose I could just sell them. But I know myself and i am bad a selling electronics even if I don't want them.
Oh and went to Sprint's website today and I could not even click on the HTC U 11. I hope they didn't stop pre-orders. Or I could just till the device comes out I suppose.
If I buy the Sprint version from HTC. Can I still have Sprint unlock it?
realbananA said:
If I buy the Sprint version from HTC. Can I still have Sprint unlock it?
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last time I checked the device had to be active for 3 months before they would unlock, but not sure if anything has changed....but like I said earlier, it's not difficult to unlock yourself
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Ya I guess you are right on that. I don't even want the things, I suppose I could just sell them. But I know myself and i am bad a selling electronics even if I don't want them.
Oh and went to Sprint's website today and I could not even click on the HTC U 11. I hope they didn't stop pre-orders. Or I could just till the device comes out I suppose.
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http://shop.sprint.com/mysprint/shop/phone_details.jsp?deviceSKUId=112100103
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http://shop.sprint.com/mysprint/shop/phone_details.jsp?deviceSKUId=112100103
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I know I'm excited
ticklemepinks said:
I know I'm excited
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Hearing rumors of other versions being delayed, let's hope Sprint isn't
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Hearing rumors of other versions being delayed, let's hope Sprint isn't
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Really ?
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Hearing rumors of other versions being delayed, let's hope Sprint isn't
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care to explain?
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Hearing rumors of other versions being delayed, let's hope Sprint isn't
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Thank you for the link. Probably my Ad Block or something.
And ya where are these rumors from?
Lock-N-Load said:
care to explain?
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just rumors from around here..though @mammothjojo88 got the same response from HTC customer service
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chesstopher said:
Pre-ordered mine today and haven't received any sort of confirmation email from HTC. I also got 2-day shipping...we'll see if that makes any difference as to when it will :fingers-crossed:show up. :fingers-crossed:
Edit: Cancelled my pre-order and confirmed with 2 people on the support staff that they will not be shipping until mid-month.
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over the pond:
Freak07 said:
Hey guys. Kinda bad news. HTC (Germany) just told me after telling me this morning my unit will ship today that it will ship on the 8th of June.
I asked why they didn’t contact me and sent me an email telling me it is delayed. They just told I am expected to contact them in order to know my shipping date. A bit ridiculous.
I sincerely hope they don’t have hardware issues.
Well if it’s the same as with my pixel xl then we all have to wait because HTC cant keep its production up with the demand.
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I know that it's not possible at the moment (at least from everything I've read), I was just curious if there was any developers actively attempting to achieve this, or if it's kind of a done deal? I've got a little money saved if there's any bounty currently going.
Thanks!
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Very unlikely.
It's been a few years since any devs worked on rooting Verizon branded Motos, when you can just buy a unbranded model and unlock the bootloader.
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Very unlikely.
It's been a few years since any devs worked on rooting Verizon branded Motos, when you can just buy a unbranded model and unlock the bootloader.
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Figured as much, just thought I'd ask. probably going the pixel route later this year for graphene.