I just got the G3 a couple days ago. I had the G2, and now that I'm on the G3 forums trying to figure things out. It is going to take a learning curve again, also because I was on ATT and now I'm Verizon.
I've gathered that the 855 is the International model, but do any of the Lollipop 855 ROM's work with the VS985 that isn't CM12? I at least have Cloudy running on my phone again, so I was at least able to figure out Bump and rooting.
Thanks for the help!
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I just got the G3 a couple days ago. I had the G2, and now that I'm on the G3 forums trying to figure things out. It is going to take a learning curve again, also because I was on ATT and now I'm Verizon.
I've gathered that the 855 is the International model, but do any of the Lollipop 855 ROM's work with the VS985 that isn't CM12? I at least have Cloudy running on my phone again, so I was at least able to figure out Bump and rooting.
Thanks for the help!
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Due to the way it's signed, I believe you have to use ROMs bumped for your particular phone model. You are on the same model as me (VS985), so we can only use ROMs for VS985.
Go to these forums which are specific to our model (VS985 - Verizon G3) -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-lg-g3
In the Development forum, there are a lot of ROMs specific to the VS985.
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Hi guys!
So I've had my G3 for 4 months now and I love it. I want to start flashing some new ROMs on it but I have a few questions.
I own a Verizon LG, so the VS985. However, I use it in Canada on FIdo (Rogers) Network.
Now my question is, what ROMs are safe for me to flash outside of the VS985 base ROMs?
The reason I ask is because I noticed one of the main reasons VZW users don't flash D855 ROMs is because of the connectivity issues with the CDMA radio.
So I guess my question is, if I've got no use for the CDMA radio anyway, is it safe for me to flash international ROMs on a VS985? I'm hoping someone experienced with developing on these devices can answer this (i.e what's the difference when a ROM is made specifically for VS985, like how Cloudy uploads patches specifically for the CDMA versions for VZW and Sprint).
Thanks guys!
Bump anyone ??
Sent from my VS985 4G using XDA Free mobile app
Before you reply sarcastically and imply that I should obviously buy the T-Mobile variant, I was curious because the international G3 seems to have double the amount of ROMs than the T-Mobile (D851). Correct me if I am wrong with this assumption. Only problem is that people tell me that the international variant doesn't support the same bands as T-Mobile LTE has. Is this still true, or does the international G3 now work on T-Mobile's LTE network? My end goal is to have a good amount of ROMs and best T-Mobile LTE support, so is there a way to flash international G3 ROMs on the T-Mobile variant by reflashing the bootloader and radio or would that still lead to a brick? Thanks for reading
tykate said:
Before you reply sarcastically and imply that I should obviously buy the T-Mobile variant, I was curious because the international G3 seems to have double the amount of ROMs than the T-Mobile (D851). Correct me if I am wrong with this assumption. Only problem is that people tell me that the international variant doesn't support the same bands as T-Mobile LTE has. Is this still true, or does the international G3 now work on T-Mobile's LTE network? My end goal is to have a good amount of ROMs and best T-Mobile LTE support, so is there a way to flash international G3 ROMs on the T-Mobile variant by reflashing the bootloader and radio or would that still lead to a brick? Thanks for reading
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I have the T-Mobile D851 G3 and before LP came out for the international models, I was able to flash their stock KK Roms with no problems. I ran version 1.2 of Cloudy Rom for quite awhile and that was a great Rom and very stable. I didn't have to flash any kind of bootloaders or anything to run the Rom.
It is true that development for the D851 is kind of slow compared to the international ones but there are still great developers for us. Skydragon is a great modified stock Rom and we do have some choices for some AOSP LP Roms too that are updated pretty regularly. I've ran a few of them and they run great. But I'm a stock kind of guy so I always revert back to Skydragon.
I have the D855 32GB using T-MOBILE . And no LTE only H+ getting around 4 Mpbs to 14.4 Mbps. I'm on their MVNO Ultra Mobile pre-paid limited data plan so its ok for me. Love the D855 cos its unlocked and already on CloudyG3 LOLLIPOP. Only paid $19 a month unlimited talk, text and International talk certain countries. But 100 MB data. Well if i need more data i just top up $5 for 500MB. I always on WiFi anyway.
Sent from my LG G3 D855 CloudyG3 Lollipop
bofiana said:
I have the T-Mobile D851 G3 and before LP came out for the international models, I was able to flash their stock KK Roms with no problems. I ran version 1.2 of Cloudy Rom for quite awhile and that was a great Rom and very stable. I didn't have to flash any kind of bootloaders or anything to run the Rom.
It is true that development for the D851 is kind of slow compared to the international ones but there are still great developers for us. Skydragon is a great modified stock Rom and we do have some choices for some AOSP LP Roms too that are updated pretty regularly. I've ran a few of them and they run great. But I'm a stock kind of guy so I always revert back to Skydragon.
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Oh, did you flash the Cloudy ROM that was made for the international D855 or made for the T-Mobile D851?
rogconnect said:
I have the D855 32GB using T-MOBILE . And no LTE only H+ getting around 4 Mpbs to 14.4 Mbps. I'm on their MVNO Ultra Mobile pre-paid limited data plan so its ok for me. Love the D855 cos its unlocked and already on CloudyG3 LOLLIPOP. Only paid $19 a month unlimited talk, text and International talk certain countries. But 100 MB data. Well if i need more data i just top up $5 for 500MB. I always on WiFi anyway.
Sent from my LG G3 D855 CloudyG3 Lollipop
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Hmm, since I'm in an area where it is easy to get LTE, I would prefer a model that ensures LTE. But thanks for your input!
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Oh, did you flash the Cloudy ROM that was made for the international D855 or made for the T-Mobile D851?
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This is the version of Cloudy that I used that is still KK since we can't use a stock LP Rom on our phones yet. This one was for 850/851/855/LS990/VS985
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=6315#downloads
Dear Friends,
I am a US consumer. About to buy a Verizon LG G3. My number # 1 priority in a phone is, more of less development support for a phone. Number of ROMs being developed, how many choices, mods, frequent updates, and etc.
Clearly, the International version D855 is the King. Number 2 is probably D851, the T-Mobile US Variant with the Unlocked bootloader. International versions are expensive and hard to find in America and it's more or less the same for the T-Mobile version.
I browsed the Development section for all G3 variants on XDA, and surprisingly, the number 3 variant is the Verizon, US Model! Which is fine by me, because it can be unlocked and used on AT&T and I am moving to Verizon soon, for the better coverage and LTE speeds.
I am lined up to pull the trigger on buying the Verizon G3, as we speak, but I need some help confirmation from you guys:
1. Is it true, that with the BUMP'd/TWRP recovery, the Verizon G3 is as good as the Unlocked bootloader models, like D851 and D855? If not, what is the difference, disadvantage?
2. How would you rate the Development support for the Verizon variant of the LG G3?
Thank you for your help! I have the seller lined up, please respond as soon as you can, I would really appreciate it!
ProFragger said:
Dear Friends,
I am a US consumer. About to buy a Verizon LG G3. My number # 1 priority in a phone is, more of less development support for a phone. Number of ROMs being developed, how many choices, mods, frequent updates, and etc.
Clearly, the International version D855 is the King. Number 2 is probably D851, the T-Mobile US Variant with the Unlocked bootloader. International versions are expensive and hard to find in America and it's more or less the same for the T-Mobile version.
I browsed the Development section for all G3 variants on XDA, and surprisingly, the number 3 variant is the Verizon, US Model! Which is fine by me, because it can be unlocked and used on AT&T and I am moving to Verizon soon, for the better coverage and LTE speeds.
I am lined up to pull the trigger on buying the Verizon G3, as we speak, but I need some help confirmation from you guys:
1. Is it true, that with the BUMP'd/TWRP recovery, the Verizon G3 is as good as the Unlocked bootloader models, like D851 and D855? If not, what is the difference, disadvantage?
2. How would you rate the Development support for the Verizon variant of the LG G3?
Thank you for your help! I have the seller lined up, please respond as soon as you can, I would really appreciate it!
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you should post this on a verizon / att development since that's what you're mainly going to be at. This is only for t mobile variant. I don't think know people would know about verizon since we don't own that... On another note, there isn't tons of development because in my opinion the phone with a few tweaks is awesome.
Hi Guys,
I am willing to buy a mid-range smartphone. I have some options like Moto G, Honor 5X, One Plus X etc. But, I want to go with the LG G3 to try my luck., as It'll be upgraded to Marshmallow. I am not sure if I am doing the right thing or not. I need your experienced advice on that.
But, I also can see there are several models of LG G3 here in US:
LG G3 D855 - International Version
LG G3 D851 - T-mobile, US
LG G3 D850 - AT&T, US
LG G3 LS990 - Sprint, US
LG G3 VS985 - Verizon, US
I would like to use it both inside and outside of US. So, if I buy the International version, will I get the 4G LTE support in US? Can I root it and install Custom ROMS in it? Because, I googled it, and I saw, Only, T-mobile version comes with Unlocked Boot-loader. Is it true?
Please, let me know, And, it would be great, if you suggest me some better place to buy this phone online. Thanks in advance.
mpulock said:
Hi Guys,
I am willing to buy a mid-range smartphone. I have some options like Moto G, Honor 5X, One Plus X etc. But, I want to go with the LG G3 to try my luck., as It'll be upgraded to Marshmallow. I am not sure if I am doing the right thing or not. I need your experienced advice on that.
But, I also can see there are several models of LG G3 here in US:
LG G3 D855 - International Version
LG G3 D851 - T-mobile, US
LG G3 D850 - AT&T, US
LG G3 LS990 - Sprint, US
LG G3 VS985 - Verizon, US
I would like to use it both inside and outside of US. So, if I buy the International version, will I get the 4G LTE support in US? Can I root it and install Custom ROMS in it? Because, I googled it, and I saw, Only, T-mobile version comes with Unlocked Boot-loader. Is it true?
Please, let me know, And, it would be great, if you suggest me some better place to buy this phone online. Thanks in advance.
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Check gsm lte bands are listed there for each model. Although the international model has the most custom rom support and has an fm radio. And nop there are no bootloader issues with the g3.
v.konvict said:
Check gsm lte bands are listed there for each model. Although the international model has the most custom rom support and has an fm radio. And nop there are no bootloader issues with the g3.
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Thanks I think I'll go with the International version.
beware of fake D855s and you will not get LTE coverage, at least with AT&T. For these reasons I went with the 851. Good luck
No LTE on the d855 in the USA. Although it really is the best version to go with, be aware of that. In the USA at least, you'll mostly run on HDSAP+ which really is fast enough for a mobile in my opinion. (Usually from 7 to 21 Mb/s)
Hi,
I'm new to LG.
I got LG G3 D852 model but it does not support LTE band in my area.
Is there anyway to convert it to D855 or D850?
Please give me a suggession
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You can use the BlackSoulsxxx MM port, which is a d855 port and makes your phone call itself a d855. However, I really don't think it will give you additional basebands.
The basebands available are a result of the radio in your phone and if your phone lacks the hardware, you're SOL. Also, I'm pretty sure the port still uses the lollipop modem.
In any case, if I were you, I'd give it a go. If nothing else you get the general improvements that come with MM and UX4.0.