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[Q] official update issue with verizon

My friend accidently bought HTC one M8 verizon from UAE, the phone is new with kitkat 4.4.2, everything is fine but when he tried to update the rom, it failed and says that software update only works in CDMA mode, this is what i actually dont understand, is this locked or unlocked mobile? and is there any possibility to unlock this phone like normal unlocked M8?

To actually update the software via ota you will have to be on Verizon's network. It comes globally unlocked meaning that it is capable of being used on other networks and such, but the problem you are running into is the fact that you are not on Verizon's network so you cannot update their software. If you are s-off there are stickies that contain the firmware and updated bootloaders that you can flash so that your software is all up to date. If you are still s-on and want to update I believe there is a 4.4.4 RUU that works for s-on in that same thread. If you are wanting to s-off it will prolly be easier to use sunshine on 4.4.2 since it works without problems, where on 4.4.4 you can get s-off with sunshine, however there are some users who are still not able to get it yet.

saimsameer said:
My friend accidently bought HTC one M8 verizon from UAE, the phone is new with kitkat 4.4.2, everything is fine but when he tried to update the rom, it failed and says that software update only works in CDMA mode, this is what i actually dont understand, is this locked or unlocked mobile? and is there any possibility to unlock this phone like normal unlocked M8?
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All you need is a verizon sim card. Install it, get the update and after it finishes, replace it with your carrier sim card again.

AvantGarde! said:
All you need is a verizon sim card. Install it, get the update and after it finishes, replace it with your carrier sim card again.
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No not really. That won't work.

dottat said:
No not really. That won't work.
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Please elaborate. It worked for me, why wouldn't it work for someone else?

AvantGarde! said:
Please elaborate. It worked for me, why wouldn't it work for someone else?
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In which country?

dottat said:
In which country?
México
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AvantGarde! said:
dottat said:
In which country?
México
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Well I don't think the op is going to get that OTA in the UAE or his home country of Pakistan... Let alone find a provisioned Verizon sim
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dottat said:
AvantGarde! said:
Well I don't think the op is going to get that OTA in the UAE or his home country of Pakistan.
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You could be right.
My point is that I used a verizon sim card (deactivated) to download two updates via wifi. The phone probably wants to verify that somehow the phone is in verizon's network and checks the sim card only. My m8 also was 4.4.2, after two updates now is 4.4.4.
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Does Telstra Signature Premium (HTC A9 rebadged) support bootloader unlock / CM14?

Telstra in Australia have re-branded this phone. I am wondering if it is unlockable and supports HTC A9 ROMs? is anyone using it?
https://www.telstra.com.au/mobile-phones/mobiles-on-a-plan/telstra-signature-premium

syl0n said:
Telstra in Australia have re-branded this phone. I am wondering if it is unlockable and supports HTC A9 ROMs? is anyone using it?
https://www.telstra.com.au/mobile-phones/mobiles-on-a-plan/telstra-signature-premium
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Boot into download mode and Run the fastboot command : "fastboot getvar all" or
"fastboot oem getvar all"
Paste results in this thread.

I haven't bought the phone yet. Wanted to ask first before buying.

syl0n said:
I haven't bought the phone yet. Wanted to ask first before buying.
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Can you go into the store? Look at the bottom of the phone and tell us what the model no. Is.

The_scam said:
Can you go into the store? Look at the bottom of the phone and tell us what the model no. Is.
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77HD2500-06M Rev A.
Band support looks same as International http://i.imgur.com/wz8DvyD.jpg

syl0n said:
77HD2500-06M Rev A.
Band support looks same as International http://i.imgur.com/wz8DvyD.jpg
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Sorry, as the model is not the same, I would not risk buying a phone which doesn't support the ROM you deserve. Can you get it somewhere else as an a9?
I believe that you can buy it from htc's website. If your looking for installments/monthly payments. They offer PayPal's installment program

syl0n said:
77HD2500-06M Rev A.
Band support looks same as International http://i.imgur.com/wz8DvyD.jpg
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Technically speaking, the phone is considered the HTC One A9s, model 2PQ9100, FCCID NM82PQ9100. The hardware is identical to any other A9 UHL variant.
IF the phone can be can be rooted, I'm pretty certain that you'll be able to s-off with Sunshine and do a full conversion. Maybe @jcase knows more.

CSnowRules said:
Technically speaking, the phone is considered the HTC One A9s, model 2PQ9100, FCCID NM82PQ9100. The hardware is identical to any other A9 UHL variant.
IF the phone can be can be rooted, I'm pretty certain that you'll be able to s-off with Sunshine and do a full conversion. Maybe @jcase knows more.
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Never heard of it, what CPU does it have?

jcase said:
Never heard of it, what CPU does it have?
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MSM8952, it's a rebadged HIA_AERO_UHL.

CSnowRules said:
MSM8952, it's a rebadged HIA_AERO_UHL.
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yeah if htcdev.com doesnt work, sunshine could do it if root was achieved

CSnowRules said:
MSM8952, it's a rebadged HIA_AERO_UHL.
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jcase said:
yeah if htcdev.com doesnt work, sunshine could do it if root was achieved
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Even if you couldn't flash cm13, it would definitely be able to run Supersu, as it is obviously some variation of hiae, you could flash TWRP.

The_scam said:
Even if you couldn't flash cm13, it would definitely be able to run Supersu, as it is obviously some variation of hiae, you could flash TWRP.
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Here's the catch...
Unlock bootloader>flash TWRP>install SuperSU>use Sunshine to s-off ---the device could then (in theory) be converted to the desired A9 MID/CID, and be like any other non-Sprint A9
OR
(Somehow) get root with locked bootloader>Sunshine bootloader unlock and s-off ---same result
If the bootloader can't be unlocked, and there's no way to root otherwise, then the device will be locked down tight until a root exploit is achieved.

CSnowRules said:
Here's the catch...
Unlock bootloader>flash TWRP>install SuperSU>use Sunshine to s-off ---the device could then (in theory) be converted to the desired A9 MID/CID, and be like any other non-Sprint A9
OR
(Somehow) get root with locked bootloader>Sunshine bootloader unlock and s-off ---same result
If the bootloader can't be unlocked, and there's no way to root otherwise, then the device will be locked down tight until a root exploit is achieved.
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It should still be able to be unlocked, it is solely based off a model number.

The_scam said:
It should still be able to be unlocked, it is solely based off a model number.
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That's true, unless the carrier has prohibited unlocking and/or htcdev doesn't support this carrier branded variant, which is possible. There's just no way to know without additional information.
I wonder if there's a RUU for this device...

CSnowRules said:
That's true, unless the carrier has prohibited unlocking and/or htcdev doesn't support this carrier branded variant, which is possible. There's just no way to know without additional information.
I wonder if there's a RUU for this device...
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I would go for it, you can always return it if it doesn't work.

I have this device and its rootable also have Oct update too. do not much different from unlock device.

anunknwon said:
I have this device and its rootable also have Oct update too. do not much different from unlock device.
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Awesome! That means that a full conversion to unlocked should be possible. Are you going to have the first known converted Signature Premium?

Haha thanks I think. The difference here when I flash recovery and unlock I needed to go to bootloader mode not in download mode. (similar to another device)
My phone full root now. And well function. About conversion? Maybe if this model no longer receiving updated (I mean unlocked device)

anunknwon said:
Haha thanks I think. The difference here when I flash recovery and unlock I needed to go to bootloader mode not in download mode. (similar to another device)
My phone full root now. And well function. About conversion? Maybe if this model no longer receiving updated (I mean unlocked device)
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It's pretty strange that fastboot is implemented differently than with the A9. It would be logical for the Telstra to share a similar firmware base.
Do you mind posting the output of fastboot getvar all and cat /proc/emmc? (remove your IMEI of course)

CSnowRules said:
It's pretty strange that fastboot is implemented differently than with the A9. It would be logical for the Telstra to share a similar firmware base.
Do you mind posting the output of fastboot getvar all and cat /proc/emmc? (remove your IMEI of course)
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Here hope you can help for future dev :fingers-crossed:

Reverting Android 11 to Android 10 (Moto G Stylus) (XT2043-4)

Valid questions and answers on said topic.

@sd_shadow

Subarashii-Nah said:
Valid questions and answers on said topic.
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So, you said you have a XT2043-4
Which is codename sofiap
You need to unlock the bootloader
[Guide]Un/locking Motorola Bootloader
UnLocking and ReLocking Motorola Bootloader https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a Moto Bootloader Unlocking site Re-Locking see Post #4 More about bootloader UnLocking Post #2 Can my...
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Downgrading the android version with Moto firmware is always a risk.
If you downgrade you need to disable updates, OTA updates could brick the device.
Once the bootloader is unlocked, find your
Software Channel, it will be like, Retail, RetUS, Verizon, metroPC
You can find your firmware here
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/sofiap/official/
download. and Unzip it
Check if your device uses fastbootd
Flash option 1
Find the flashfile.xml in the firmware folder
and use the online flashfile converter to get the flash commands
add the fastboot reboot fastboot commands if you have a fasbootd device.
Flash Option 2
Install LMSA
use the rescue option to download the current firmware for your device
move the LMSA firmware to a different folder
rename the Android 10 firmware folder to the same name as LMSA firmware.
Move that folder to LMSA download folder
Use the rescue option to flash renamed firmware.
There is no guarantee that either method will work, but they should.
On the phone
Toggle off "install updates" option in Dev Options

sd_shadow said:
So, you said you have a XT2043-4
Which is codename sofiap
You need to unlock the bootloader
[Guide]Un/locking Motorola Bootloader
UnLocking and ReLocking Motorola Bootloader https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a Moto Bootloader Unlocking site Re-Locking see Post #4 More about bootloader UnLocking Post #2 Can my...
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Downgrading the android version with Moto firmware is always a risk.
If you downgrade you need to disable updates, OTA updates could brick the device.
Once the bootloader is unlocked, find your
Software Channel, it will be like, Retail, RetUS, Verizon, metroPC
You can find your firmware here
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/sofiap/official/
download. and Unzip it
Check if your device uses fastbootd
Flash option 1
Find the flashfile.xml in the firmware folder
and use the online flashfile converter to get the flash commands
add the fastboot reboot fastboot commands if you have a fasbootd device.
Flash Option 2
Install LMSA
use the rescue option to download the current firmware for your device
move the LMSA firmware to a different folder
rename the Android 10 firmware folder to the same name as LMSA firmware.
Move that folder to LMSA download folder
Use the rescue option to flash renamed firmware.
There is no guarantee that either method will work, but they should.
On the phone
Toggle off "install updates" option in Dev Options
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Yeah, I've heard this is risky, but I'm willing to take the risk because Android 11 ruined my phone and basically added 3 or 4 years to the battery of a phone that I only had for 7 months and was working great before this crap.
And once again, Thanks for this help. I appreciate it very much, even if it doesn't work.
And I had a question before I proceeded. There was an update that came along with Android 11 from Motorola on that same day. The update basically changed my look screen, peek display. Doing all this should get rid of that too and make everything look how it did before the update?

Subarashii-Nah said:
Yeah, I've heard this is risky, but I'm willing to take the risk because Android 11 ruined my phone and basically added 3 or 4 years to the battery of a phone that I only had for 7 months and was working great before this crap.
And once again, Thanks for this help. I appreciate it very much, even if it doesn't work.
And I had a question before I proceeded. There was an update that came along with Android 11 from Motorola on that same day. The update basically changed my look screen, peek display. Doing all this should get rid of that too and make everything look how it did before the update?
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Yes, that's just UI (user interface), it will be replaced.

sd_shadow said:
Yes, that's just UI (user interface), it will be replaced.
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Ok, thanks. So I basically have everything I need right.
sd_shadow said:
Yes, that's just UI (user interface), it will be replaced.
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Ok, thanks. So I basically have everything I need, right? One more question. What will happen to my phone number? Will I have to get a new one and etc, or will I still be able to keep my current number after all this?

sd_shadow said:
Yes, that's just UI (user interface), it will be replaced.
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And do u mind giving me the exact order of how I should everything? I don't know if you already posted that, but if u did I'd like to see it. This is my first time trying this kind of thing and I wanna agent everything right

Subarashii-Nah said:
And do u mind giving me the exact order of how I should everything? I don't know if you already posted that, but if u did I'd like to see it. This is my first time trying this kind of thing and I wanna agent everything right
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[Guide] Using Fastboot.exe with Motorola devices
Guide: Using Fastboot.exe with Motorola Devices If your device has its own section please post in that section. You can ping me with @sd_shadow MediaTek or Qualcomm Chip? Do I have a MediaTek Device? see post #26 Info: If you have a MediaTek...
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Subarashii-Nah said:
Ok, thanks. So I basically have everything I need right.
Ok, thanks. So I basically have everything I need, right? One more question. What will happen to my phone number? Will I have to get a new one and etc, or will I still be able to keep my current number after all this?
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Phone number is tied to sim card not device

Subarashii-Nah said:
And do u mind giving me the exact order of how I should everything? I don't know if you already posted that, but if u did I'd like to see it. This is my first time trying this kind of thing and I wanna agent everything right
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Have you unlocked the bootloader?

sd_shadow said:
Phone number is tied to sim card not device
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Oh yeah, that is right.
sd_shadow said:
Have you unlocked the bootloader?
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Not yet, I'm sorry. I'm still reading over the info and trying to put everything in order. So unlocking the bootloader is the first step? And is it ok if I use the method on this site?
https://www.getdroidtips.com/unlock-bootloader-moto-g-stylus/

Subarashii-Nah said:
Oh yeah, that is right.
Not yet, I'm sorry. I'm still reading over the info and trying to put everything in order. So unlocking the bootloader is the first step? And is it ok if I use the method on this site?
https://www.getdroidtips.com/unlock-bootloader-moto-g-stylus/
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Looks fine.

sd_shadow said:
Looks fine.
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OK. And remember when u said toggle off "install updates" in Dev options. I don't see that. I only see one for system updates. Is that the same thing?

Subarashii-Nah said:
OK. And remember when u said toggle off "install updates" in Dev options. I don't see that. I only see one for system updates. Is that the same thing?
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Sorry, yes same.

sd_shadow said:
Sorry, yes same.
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Ok, thanks. And should I remove my google accounts from my phone or anything before I apply the bootloader? Or does it not matter

Subarashii-Nah said:
Ok, thanks. And should I remove my google accounts from my phone or anything before I apply the bootloader? Or does it not matter
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Doesn't matter, I would remove the sim card, but that shouldn't matter either.

sd_shadow said:
Doesn't matter, I would remove the sim card, but that shouldn't matter either.
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Ok.
sd_shadow said:
Doesn't matter, I would remove the sim card, but that shouldn't matter either.
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And what about the Adb and fastboot tool.

Subarashii-Nah said:
Ok.
And what about the Adb and fastboot tool.
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What about the ADB tool?

Where it says " We recommend not to use the 15 seconds Adb installer on new devices". Like, is my phone considered a newer device lol? I don't really know. Should I go ahead and use the latest version anyway?

What version of firmware will remove all the metro by tmobile bloatware?

Hi guys I downloaded the REtail version of my firmware for my device here https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/denver/official/RETUS/
But when I patched and installed it via adb it seems to be a success
HOWEVER
I am STILL get the metro by tmobile splash screen on booting and I still have metro by tmobile apps pre installed on my phone. AND THAT Annoying metro news screen when you swipe to the left.
Am I not installing the correct firmware xda bros? TIA

Futtbucker34 said:
Hi guys I downloaded the REtail version of my firmware for my device here https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/denver/official/RETUS/
But when I patched and installed it via adb it seems to be a success
HOWEVER
I am STILL get the metro by tmobile splash screen on booting and I still have metro by tmobile apps pre installed on my phone. AND THAT Annoying metro news screen when you swipe to the left.
Am I not installing the correct firmware xda bros? TIA
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You flashed it using the flash_file.xml as a reference for flash commands?
These are my recommended steps If you have a Windows machine.
How to Change Software Channel

sd_shadow said:
You flashed it using the flash_file.xml as a reference for flash commands?
These are my recommended steps If you have a Windows machine.
How to Change Software Channel
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sd_shadow said:
You flashed it using the flash_file.xml as a reference for flash commands?
These are my recommended steps If you have a Windows machine.
How to Change Software Channel
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Thank you sir I can confirm the flash_file.xml reference was followed in the commands. I double checked.
I LMSA says it can't verify my software and won't let me continue . I got the new september update and i think lmsa don't have it yet. idk why else it would say this.

bump. Anyone?

update: I Reflashed 3 times successfully only the SOFTWARE CHANNEL still shows Universal SKU
This picture i found from ebay is from the same model I have. Yet they have no metro bloatware and North America Retail under software channel, Mine says Universal SKU.
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmwar...T_regulatory-DEFAULT_cid50_CFC_R3_CFC.xml.zip Is the firmware I used to flash\

THanks in advanced!

Futtbucker34 said:
Thank you sir I can confirm the flash_file.xml reference was followed in the commands. I double checked.
I LMSA says it can't verify my software and won't let me continue . I got the new september update and i think lmsa don't have it yet. idk why else it would say this.
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Your best bet is honestly to just either use a custom rom or to remove all the bloatware either manually or systemlessly.

Long Story - Short:
Just got home with an Unlocked sofiap XT2043 - Moto G Stylus , networked unlocked, and I am able to toggle the OEM Unlock switch in Developer Options, However:
how did y'all unlock the Bootloader to start with ?
fastboot flashing unlock = FAILED
fastboot oem unlock = FAILED
is there a method to discern my oem unlock code ?
Thanks in Advance for any assistance !

barguybrady said:
Long Story - Short:
Just got home with an Unlocked sofiap XT2043 - Moto G Stylus , networked unlocked, and I am able to toggle the OEM Unlock switch in Developer Options, However:
how did y'all unlock the Bootloader to start with ?
fastboot flashing unlock = FAILED
fastboot oem unlock = FAILED
is there a method to discern my oem unlock code ?
Thanks in Advance for any assistance !
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[Guide]Un/locking Motorola Bootloader
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How To Guide [Soft Unbrick] How to Flash the Stock Firmware in Realme GT Neo 2 [bitra][Fastboot Mode]

Update> Currently I recommend this method only for unbrick, if you are going to change regions or install stock use this new method: Here
>> Need bootloader unlocked <<
If you want to unbrick or flash stock, you must download the package corresponding to your device and RUI version
1. Download the .zip package and extract the .ofp file
​Packages:​​India​​RUI 2.0 Android 11 A.07: Download​RUI 3.0 Android 12 C.03: Download​​---------------​​Europe​​RUI 2.0 Android 11 A.06: Download​RUI 3.0 Android 12 C.02: Download​---------------​​China​​RUI 2.0 Android 11 A.06: Download​​---------------​​Russia, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and other regions​​RUI 2.0 Android 11 A.02: Download​RUI 3.0 Android 12 C.02: Download​---------------​
2. Download and Install OppoRealme-OFP-Flash Tool: Here
3. Place the extracted .ofp file in the same folder as the program.
4. Run OppoRealme-OFP-Flash
5. When running if you have placed only one .ofp file in the folder it will automatically select it.
6. Choose the region you want to install, if you don't know you can search on google country code, or go in automatic mode by adb (if your cell phone isn't bricked).
7. Then it will ask if you want to keep some partitions (if you're doing it for bootloader lock you can't keep any).
8. Accept the terms and then plug the device into fastboot mode.
9. Done!
Note: after this process if you want to lock the bootloader, restart again in fastboot mode and type the command "fastboot flashing lock"

At last! Thank you! Will try it as soon as I have some free time to do it!

One quick question please. So let's say I want to go from Europe to India rom. I need to unlock bootloader and start the process you described. Do I need to take backup any partition in order not to lose IMEI or something? And after flashing to relock bootloader only type "fastbook flashing lock"? Some people were saying there is no official method to relock the bootloader again that's why I'm asking.

Malediktion said:
One quick question please. So let's say I want to go from Europe to India rom. I need to unlock bootloader and start the process you described. Do I need to take backup any partition in order not to lose IMEI or something? And after flashing to relock bootloader only type "fastbook flashing lock"? Some people were saying there is no official method to relock the bootloader again that's why I'm asking.
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almost that, you don't lose the imei, you lock the bootloader I've already tested and proven it, but I don't recommend doing it without the rom that comes on your device.if you want to test, but it can happen hardbrick.

SrCDA said:
almost that, you don't lose the imei, you lock the bootloader I've already tested and proven it, but I don't recommend doing it without the rom that comes on your device.if you want to test, but it can happen hardbrick.
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You mean lock the bootloader with the rom that my device has already? So if it's europe it has to stay europe and do the lock if I understand correctly.

Malediktion said:
You mean lock the bootloader with the rom that my device has already? So if it's europe it has to stay europe and do the lock if I understand correctly.
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That's right, I don't know if blocking with a system from another region would work, it could even work, but it's risky to test, only if you have 10usd to pay for the hard unbrick.

SrCDA said:
That's right, I don't know if blocking with a system from another region would work, it could even work, but it's risky to test, only if you have 10usd to pay for the hard unbrick.
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Listen, the thing is that I wouldn't even bother to test another rom. I already have made a thread here asking for some help because I have problem with incoming caller ID on 4G/5G with VoLTE enabled. Since no solution has been found, even after contacting Realme, the next thing to try was another (stock always) rom to see if it would work. If I would try to change rom I have to be VERY careful because there are absolutely NO service centers of Realme in my country. That's why I'm asking these questions. I want to know how safe is to "transfer" from another rom and if it is posible to return to my stock rom again with locked bootloader.

Malediktion said:
Listen, the thing is that I wouldn't even bother to test another rom. I already have made a thread here asking for some help because I have problem with incoming caller ID on 4G/5G with VoLTE enabled. Since no solution has been found, even after contacting Realme, the next thing to try was another (stock always) rom to see if it would work. If I would try to change rom I have to be VERY careful because there are absolutely NO service centers of Realme in my country. That's why I'm asking these questions. I want to know how safe is to "transfer" from another rom and if it is posible to return to my stock rom again with locked bootloader.
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It's with my tool, it's totally safe, and it's easy to return to your region of origin, she has some protection so that nothing serious happened.

SrCDA said:
It's with my tool, it's totally safe, and it's easy to return to your region of origin, she has some protection so that nothing serious happened.
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Thank you man. Totally appreciate your effort. Just to be clear one last time. You can do w/e test you want by changing roms/regions with unlocked BL and then after if you want to return your phone to what it was from factory you flash again your initial rom and lock BL.

Malediktion said:
Thank you man. Totally appreciate your effort. Just to be clear one last time. You can do w/e test you want by changing roms/regions with unlocked BL and then after if you want to return your phone to what it was from factory you flash again your initial rom and lock BL.
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correct

great work thank you

Sorry if I may ask for clearer steps. The steps is kinda vague like you did not mention anything that need to be prepared from the device. And, if we change to another region rom, do we get future OTA official update form realme? Thank you in advance.

Alifirdaus said:
Sorry if I may ask for clearer steps. The steps is kinda vague like you did not mention anything that need to be prepared from the device. And, if we change to another region rom, do we get future OTA official update form realme? Thank you in advance.
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I tested it yesterday, with a person, she downloaded, changed the region installing an older version, and managed to update by ota.

SrCDA said:
I tested it yesterday, with a person, she downloaded, changed the region installing an older version, and managed to update by ota.
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Thanks for your reply. One more thing, for other region, does it come with Google? Mine was chinese rom and want to see if changing region will get Google service preinstalled. And, can you help me to check the Widevine level as well. Hope I'm not bothering you

Alifirdaus said:
Thanks for your reply. One more thing, for other region, does it come with Google? Mine was chinese rom and want to see if changing region will get Google service preinstalled. And, can you help me to check the Widevine level as well. Hope I'm not bothering you
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yes, you can change to europe, russia, india, it comes with google, widevine depends, there are people who keep it on L1 and others move to L3, I don't know why.

I got an error when extracting the zip file. its been a 5th tried now. I downloaded the other region one.

Alifirdaus said:
I got an error when extracting the zip file. its been a 5th tried now. I downloaded the other region one.
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I just successfully change my chinese rom to indian rom and thank god all google services are working fine. I will test everything first and will update here again. Thank you so much for coming with this!

Hi, im from europe and i have realme gt neo 2 europe variant. Just for information:
i unlocked bootloader, flashed chinese rom and locked bootloader again and everything worked like a charm.
No hardbrick.
PS. i relock bootloader because my bank accounts didnt worked with unlocked bootloader.
PSS. OTA updates works like a charm too on chinese rom.

joksax said:
Hi, im from europe and i have realme gt neo 2 europe variant. Just for information:
i unlocked bootloader, flashed chinese rom and locked bootloader again and everything worked like a charm.
No hardbrick.
PS. i relock bootloader because my bank accounts didnt worked with unlocked bootloader.
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You just flashed every partition and everything worked ok after locking it? That's very nice to hear.