Trying to get my hands on the gm1915 bloatware, if anyone that hasn't swapped over to the international conversion could pull and post them, I would be eternally grateful ?
*Edit* I am aware that a few of them are on the play store. I'm specifically looking for the unlock app for this variant
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So I noticed this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2464498
And boom! Decided I wanted to do this with an S4. Smart guys out there: Is this the fastest way to an unofficial GPE device?
I know the devices are 100% compatible, even LTE. I'm extremely confident in this undertaking, just looking to get some feedback from everyone.
Here's the master plan : Sell my SGH-I337 on eBay as UNLOCKED, use that money to buy an SGH-M919. Root, install recovery, SIM unlock, flash an AOSP rom, and enjoy my new freedom without changing carriers. Seems simple enough. What do you guys think? ?Has anyone taken this route, already? If so, what advice do you have for me? Thanks.
I was going to do this when I got my phone at launch, and then I just decided to keep my AT&T S4 because the Loki patch came out. I was able to confirm at the time that it was totally possible and easy enough since you can get a free carrier unlock with the secret menu in the dialer.
The dialer method seems to be patched in newer T-Mobile firmware. I'm sure an older modem will take care of that. I'll have my SGH-M919 tomorrow night!! I'll do my best to document everything in this thread. I deploy on Saturday, so I'll have to get this done pretty fast.
Sent from my Hyperdriven S4
I used region unlock or something like that and it unlocked my phone. Put a T-Mobile sim in and it worked.
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probably best this discussion goes here, thanks http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2433789
I'm buying a Pixel from a third party, is there any difference between the Verizon variant and Google Play boxes ? Maybe some Verizon branding on the box itself? Is there a way to find out before opening the sealed box?
Thanks in advance!
If no one chimes in before hand I'll check boxes in a little bit. GF has the Verizon version and I the Google. From what I remember at quick glance they were identical though.
maxon_yalta said:
I'm buying a Pixel from a third party, is there any difference between the Verizon variant and Google Play boxes ? Maybe some Verizon branding on the box itself? Is there a way to find out before opening the sealed box?
Thanks in advance!
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Yes. Ask the seller and get it in writing. Then pay with PayPal for the guarantee. Get the IMEI number and do a check on that as well if you are not trusting the seller. Verizon might have an IMEI check to tell if it's been registered with them. Just a thought with nothing concrete, but I would think it's a Verizon model just because it's still boxed and they were selling for $240 on Black Friday. Then again it depends on how much you're paying. Once you open it it's easy. Ask to open it first, why not?
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fritzgerald said:
If no one chimes in before hand I'll check boxes in a little bit. GF has the Verizon version and I the Google. From what I remember at quick glance they were identical though.
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Excellent call. Put in the SKU in Google and it will tell you if it's a Verizon model or not. Here is the Pixel 32GB in Silver Verizon:
G-2PW4100-021-B
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Yes. Ask the seller and get it in writing. Then pay with PayPal for the guarantee. Get the IMEI number and do a check on that as well if you are not trusting the seller. Verizon might have an IMEI check to tell if it's been registered with them. Just a thought with nothing concrete, but I would think it's a Verizon model just because it's still boxed and they were selling for $240 on Black Friday. Then again it depends on how much you're paying. Once you open it it's easy. Ask to open it first, why not?
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IMEI check should be your first stop. If the phone was reported lost, stolen, or never received, Google and Verizon both will blacklist the IMEI leaving you SOL on your purchase. Google the SKU like stated above and run the IMEI BEFORE giving any money. If you're buying in person, meet at a store so you can activate it on your line before handing money over.
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Yes. Ask the seller and get it in writing. Then pay with PayPal for the guarantee. Get the IMEI number and do a check on that as well if you are not trusting the seller. Verizon might have an IMEI check to tell if it's been registered with them. Just a thought with nothing concrete, but I would think it's a Verizon model just because it's still boxed and they were selling for $240 on Black Friday. Then again it depends on how much you're paying. Once you open it it's easy. Ask to open it first, why not?
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Excellent call. Put in the SKU in Google and it will tell you if it's a Verizon model or not. Here is the Pixel 32GB in Silver Verizon:
G-2PW4100-021-B
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Thanks for the answers guys.
I'm pretty sure that it's not stolen or anything so that is not the case.
It is a big store and they are not sure which variant they are selling, not to mention that they don't know anything about bootloaders )
And if I open the box, it contains some Verizon adverts or a sim card inside? Or no difference again?
I've read that Verizon has some preinstalled bloatware on the Pixel, but does it download the apps from Play Stote on first boot or this apps are already installed out of the box?
maxon_yalta said:
Thanks for the answers guys.
I'm pretty sure that it's not stolen or anything so that is not the case.
It is a big store and they are not sure which variant they are selling, not to mention that they don't know anything about bootloaders )
And if I open the box, it contains some Verizon adverts or a sim card inside? Or no difference again?
I've read that Verizon has some preinstalled bloatware on the Pixel, but does it download the apps from Play Stote on first boot or this apps are already installed out of the box?
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Just put in the SKU and find out if it's a Google or Verizon edition. Then we can answer your questions. They are different and a boxed VZW unit might have a preinstalled sim. Don't sweat the bloatware, it's uninstallable. Bootloader is another story.
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Thanks for the answers guys.
I'm pretty sure that it's not stolen or anything so that is not the case.
It is a big store and they are not sure which variant they are selling, not to mention that they don't know anything about bootloaders )
And if I open the box, it contains some Verizon adverts or a sim card inside? Or no difference again?
I've read that Verizon has some preinstalled bloatware on the Pixel, but does it download the apps from Play Stote on first boot or this apps are already installed out of the box?
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It has nothing extra from VZ. Anything it might download can be uninstalled in settings. There is no permanent bloatware.
The only way to tell is to start it up and check the CID. It will have a VZ in it.
Now here is the issue, if you let it update to 7.1.1 before you unlock it and it is a VZ phone it will be forever locked. Or if it comes preinstalled with 7.1.1. But so far we have not seen a single VZ phone come pre updated.
So don't put a sim in it and don't allow it to update until you get it unlocked. Once it is unlocked, test it like a regular Google version.
I totally spaced checking the boxes earlier, sorry. Aside from that though, if you're planning to root and unlock it, just be ready to do it as soon as you power it on. Despite being Google or Verizon, once it's unlocked you're good. If they've had it in stock for a bit then it's highly doubtful that it's already on 7.1.1. As far as bloatware goes, mine and the GFs are identical except the unlocked bootloader. Neither have any VZ bloat and both on VZ service.
I can get the Verizon Pixel for a good deal. But I have some questions. Does the Verizon version allow side loading of updates? Also how much bloatware is on this version, and is there a ugly looking Verizon LOGO on the back of the phone? And if I wanted to put a T-Mobile sim in it, would it work? Also what about updates, does Verizon handle this or is it Google?
Thanks
falcon26 said:
I can get the Verizon Pixel for a good deal. But I have some questions. Does the Verizon version allow side loading of updates? Also how much bloatware is on this version, and is there a ugly looking Verizon LOGO on the back of the phone? And if I wanted to put a T-Mobile sim in it, would it work? Also what about updates, does Verizon handle this or is it Google?
Thanks
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As long as the phone hasn't been updated to 7.1.1 you can us depixel8 to unlock the bootloader which will allow you to sideload the updates. There are no Verizon markings on the phone anywhere. When you put a Verizon sim in the phone will download 3 Verizon apps that are user removable, no other Verizon bloat. For updates, they're pushed at the same time regardless of if it's a Google store or Verizon store phone. My gf's Verizon phone receives them about a week after I do but others have stated that they come in at the same time. So as long as it hasn't been updated yet, you're good to go on all your questions. Only one I can't answer is the T-Mobile sim question but I'm pretty sure I've seen comments through the forums of people using them on T-Mobile.
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I can get the Verizon Pixel for a good deal. But I have some questions. Does the Verizon version allow side loading of updates? Also how much bloatware is on this version, and is there a ugly looking Verizon LOGO on the back of the phone? And if I wanted to put a T-Mobile sim in it, would it work? Also what about updates, does Verizon handle this or is it Google?
Thanks
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There are no Verizon markings on the phone, I didn't know that I couldn't update and still root and updated to 7.1.1. I went over a friend's house though and put in her T-Mobile sim and it seemed to work and let me make a call so I think the Verizon pixel is the same but after the update is just bootloader locked.
This may be a silly question but I hope someone can answer for me.
I am currently living in Thailand and picked up a Pixel 2 not too long ago. I got the OTA up to January while my phone was still stock/unrooted with my Thai Sim card. I then unlocked the bootloader rooted Magisk etc... At one point I flashed the stock image from google (not the UK or verizon variants) as I wanted to go back to stock.
I then updated to the February update by flashing the factory image without the -w to prevent wiping. Currently on OPM1.171019.019
Just earlier today I was snooping around and found the following installed but disabled:
My Module: com.vzw.apnlib
Retail Demo Mode: com.customermobile.preload.vzw
Vzw OMA Trigger: com.android.vzwomatrigger
vzw_msdc_api: qualcomm.com.vzw_msdc_api
VZW_Multicast_MW: com.qualcomm.ltebc_vzw
My question is, are these Verizon services baked into the stock image files? A Verizon had never been in the phone, as far as I know.
Thank you kindly
I know that this post is a few months old, but I was just searching for the same answer to this question regarding my phone. I am currently seeing these on my T-Mobile branded Snapdragon Note 8. If anyone out there might be able to help answer?
I think this thread and this thread are related.
For some reason there's a cross over between what the VZW and Google should be. It must have something to do with the partnership between them.
I just had the issue of VZW potentially (NOT confirmed) locking my boot loader...
Also on my Sprint G965U
same thing with me on a us cellular s8 that i bought brand new in store. I found a verizon service agreement in my network config. i called and questioned them about it, i asked what their affiliation with vzw was , they said they had none unless it was above their paygrade. they ended up telling me the phones are programmed for multi carriers from the manufact then the acutual carrier will optimize them which leaves pretty much dead files that cant be rewmoved. use activity launcher you dont need root and you can access almost every file in a readable state and also control tons of **** that is in your phone but cant access. i cant believe all the settings that you would never know about. anyway getting off track. back to vzw, i first thought vzw files on a new us cellular device meant maybe it was rerfurbished and they lied, i wish , bye bye contract lol. i think this could be made into a big deal, possible void a contract , going to go to the store and see what they think, i know they wont have a clue. thats what im hoping because ill easily take an s10+ and not pursue it any further haha
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This may be a silly question but I hope someone can answer for me.
I am currently living in Thailand and picked up a Pixel 2 not too long ago. I got the OTA up to January while my phone was still stock/unrooted with my Thai Sim card. I then unlocked the bootloader rooted Magisk etc... At one point I flashed the stock image from google (not the UK or verizon variants) as I wanted to go back to stock.
I then updated to the February update by flashing the factory image without the -w to prevent wiping. Currently on OPM1.171019.019
Just earlier today I was snooping around and found the following installed but disabled:
My Module: com.vzw.apnlib
Retail Demo Mode: com.customermobile.preload.vzw
Vzw OMA Trigger: com.android.vzwomatrigger
vzw_msdc_api: qualcomm.com.vzw_msdc_api
VZW_Multicast_MW: com.qualcomm.ltebc_vzw
My question is, are these Verizon services baked into the stock image files? A Verizon had never been in the phone, as far as I know.
Thank you kindly
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it all comes down to business. those apps are preinstalled, yes, baked in? yes and no. they have read only permissions but are not an integral part of the system and can be removed. some users report having trouble using verizon apps with their verizon service after uninstalling com.vzw.apnlib i'm sorry you didn't get an answer sooner, but these things happen.
I moved my phone from Verizon to T-Mobile this week. It wasn't a smooth process but everything seems ok now. I am having one problem.
T-Mobile has a product called Scam Shield that is supposed to block garbage calls and texts. I tried to find it and wasn't able to. I talked to one of their tech and they sent me a link. When I went to it in Play Store, I got the following message:
"This item isn't available on your carrier."
I don't know if Google Play still thinks I'm with Verizon or if it just doesn't recognize that my carrier is now T-Mobile but either way, I'm unable to get to it. The T-Mobile tech send me an APK for it and I was able to install it but that's not good enough because I won't be able to get updates for it. My wife's phone, on the same account and recently ported, is not having this issue. After spending over an hour on the phone with their tech support, I don't know what else to do.
Has anyone seen this and been able to fix it? T-Mobile is completely useless with these types of things, apparently.
Thanks