I was considering getting an H815 for use on AT&T instead of the new Moto. It appears that you can easily unlock the bootloader. It currently costs less than $450 on Amazon for a 32G leather version. It has an SD card, replaceable battery, great camera, and a good SOC (that does not have issues like the 810). So, why are there so few roms for it? I won't buy a phone unless it is first well-supported on XDA.
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I was considering getting an H815 for use on AT&T instead of the new Moto. It appears that you can easily unlock the bootloader. It currently costs less than $450 on Amazon for a 32G leather version. It has an SD card, replaceable battery, great camera, and a good SOC (that does not have issues like the 810). So, why are there so few roms for it? I won't buy a phone unless it is first well-supported on XDA.
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For your info many H815 selling @ Amazon are SEA or TWN. Not OPEN EUR version.
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For your info many H815 selling @ Amazon are SEA or TWN. Not OPEN EUR version.
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What's that mean? Sorry...HTC guy looking at options to possibly move to another device. I'm on Verizon.
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What's that mean? Sorry...HTC guy looking at options to possibly move to another device. I'm on Verizon.
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H815 will not work with VZ. You have to buy the VZ variant so no unlocked bootloader but can be rooted.
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For your info many H815 selling @ Amazon are SEA or TWN. Not OPEN EUR version.
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I also do not understand what this means. Are you saying that only OPEN EUR versions can unlock the bootloader and flash roms, and that so few people own them that no one has bothered to create a custom rom for the phone?
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I also do not understand what this means. Are you saying that only OPEN EUR versions can unlock the bootloader and flash roms, and that so few people own them that no one has bothered to create a custom rom for the phone?
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Almost all European h815 can get unlocked. H815 without European imei wont work.
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As for ROMs, I have been noticing that for a few years on a lot of phones. If you want ROM's, you really need to stock with Nexus devices these days.
I have bought a G4 and luckily mine could be rooted. But yes, there are very few roms available and as a former Samsung user I must say I'm very disappointed with the help you get on the forums. Most queries aren't answered. If I were you I'd stick to HTC.
@phoneturf the h811 is the most prevalent version. I wouldnt get the 815.
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@phoneturf the h811 is the most prevalent version. I wouldnt get the 815.
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Here it is a month later and the support for none of the G4 variants appears to have changed. There are a couple of stock roms for the T-mobile version, but doing a little reading I cannot even tell if there's a working TWRP or CWM for it. I decided to check back with the G4 since now I am instead considering a V10, although I suppose now I won't really consider that one either - I really wanted a replaceable battery and SD card.. If they sold one with an unlockable bootloader for all carriers, like Nexus, Moto, or OnePlus, I assume there would be much more support.
I bought a used G4 815 on Ebay, before I know that only the EU version could be opened (will see what's arriving in a day or two )
Is there any work being done on an Unofficial bootloader unlock?
I saw that the G3 does have allot of roms, did that phone was in the same situation as the G4 at it's beginning?
Zohar
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I bought a used G4 815 on Ebay, before I know that only the EU version could be opened (will see what's arriving in a day or two )
Is there any work being done on an Unofficial bootloader unlock?
I saw that the G3 does have allot of roms, did that phone was in the same situation as the G4 at it's beginning?
Zohar
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The G3 was originally in the same boat as the G4 as well in the beginning. That's why everyone is saying stfu and wait. A lot of folks just look at Nexus and other easy unlocks then expect everything to come into their laps within seconds.
And there is an unofficial bootloader unlock in the works. BUT it appears it only works if you haven't taken an OTA update before. All in good time my friend.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/unlock-unofficial-bootloader-unlock-t3222737
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Here it is a month later and the support for none of the G4 variants appears to have changed. There are a couple of stock roms for the T-mobile version, but doing a little reading I cannot even tell if there's a working TWRP or CWM for it. I decided to check back with the G4 since now I am instead considering a V10, although I suppose now I won't really consider that one either - I really wanted a replaceable battery and SD card.. If they sold one with an unlockable bootloader for all carriers, like Nexus, Moto, or OnePlus, I assume there would be much more support.
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I am looking at the Blackberry Priv over the v10.
Take a look, it may do what you need it to and have some extra features added in as a bonus.
Only problem is I do not know what the dev community will be like for this phone.
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The G3 was originally in the same boat as the G4 as well in the beginning. That's why everyone is saying stfu and wait. A lot of folks just look at Nexus and other easy unlocks then expect everything to come into their laps within seconds.
And there is an unofficial bootloader unlock in the works. BUT it appears it only works if you haven't taken an OTA update before. All in good time my friend.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/unlock-unofficial-bootloader-unlock-t3222737
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Well it came in, it's H81510b-TWN-XX :crying:
In the hidden menu I don't see any "roolback" value, so does this says something?
Does using the "low effort root" / installing 11a or 12a will make the roolback value go to 1/2?
Zohar
Im sat here with my bootloader unlocked,rooted and TWRP installed...happy days. Keeping a close eye on the CM 12.1 unofficial thread
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Also all of the roms barely has any difference from stock
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Im sat here with my bootloader unlocked,rooted and TWRP installed...happy days. Keeping a close eye on the CM 12.1 unofficial thread
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Great, helpful comment.
Thanks for sharing!
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Like the title!
Dori!
We are in need of a kernel for H815 the way you only know =)
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Like the title!
Dori!
We are in need of a kernel for H815 the way you only know =)
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We would need to donate enough to buy him a g4...it was earlier stated that g4 was likely his next move...but he loves his g2...i can't blame him g2 was my favorite device thus far...if we get enough to buy him one or even half it may nuge him in moving to g4...but you are right the g4 needs him
Till we have unlocked boot loader......xddddd
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I would absolutely be willing to donate to the cause! IF someone figures out how to unlock the bootloader...I used Dorimanx's kernel on my G2 and I loved it.
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Willing to donate as well a bit for the cause if dori catches up on this thread and ask for it.
Unlocking is provided by lg clean and easy.
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Unlocking is provided by lg clean and easy.
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not for all of them, for just two variants.
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not for all of them, for just two variants.
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Well, at least they provide it for the international variant. I got the file i used for my device and willing to post it if that can help the unlocking of other variants.
Btw, what lg says about losing the warranty is bull, at least in Greece =D
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Well, at least they provide it for the international variant. I got the file i used for my device and willing to post it if that can help the unlocking of other variants.
Btw, what lg says about losing the warranty is bull, at least in Greece =D
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yeah well unlocking for a variant or two is no where near enough. there's a lot of people that are "stuck" with a locked variant (like yours truly) that won't get custom kernel support without a giant hack from the devs here.
bad LG is bad.
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yeah well unlocking for a variant or two is no where near enough. there's a lot of people that are "stuck" with a locked variant (like yours truly) that won't get custom kernel support without a giant hack from the devs here.
bad LG is bad.
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Lg isn't the problem...carriers are refusing to carry lg devices that lg offers official unlocks for...T-Mobile being the only branded device with unlock...thats why we need devs to get cm/aosp working on h815 so devs will want the g4 and with more devs moving in it gives more hope to get other variants unlocked
@tsiroto H811 needs a kernel just as much as the 815! They're a ton of people with the h811, the majority.
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Lg isn't the problem...carriers are refusing to carry lg devices that lg offers official unlocks for...T-Mobile being the only branded device with unlock...thats why we need devs to get cm/aosp working on h815 so devs will want the g4 and with more devs moving in it gives more hope to get other variants unlocked
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I'm on an intl variant that can't be (officially) unlocked. it's not carrier related, it's LG.
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rirozizo said:
I'm on an intl variant that can't be (officially) unlocked. it's not carrier related, it's LG.
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Verizon will not be (officially)unlockable due to their agreement(silent contract) but afaik lg is still trying to have unlock available on more variants as marshmallow is being released to the g4...will take time but they said they would release more as unlock methods become available...plus like i said unofficial methods will be worked on as more devs come to own g4s
I am on AT&T USA and interested in purchasing either a new G4 from them for $383 (after taxes) or a G5 from Craiglist (good source) for $400 and unlocking for $30 more, so about $430 or a $50 difference. I guess the smart answer would be to go with the G5, but I really dislike the looks, reviews have been pretty iffy and really like the G4 looks with the leather covers.
Would you please help me decide one way or the other? I also just learned the U.S. G4's have an unlockable bootloader, so no way to root or install custom ROM's. That's definitely a downfall for me. How about the G5? Did I mention I think it's very ugly? LOL
Thank you in advance.
G5 imo
Pay the extra $50
Depends on following:
• EU Model: Yes / No: If "No", go for Nexus. If "Yes", continue reading.
• I want official & almost stable ROMs: If "Yes", go for G4. If "I can wait": Go for G5.
Taking in consideration the G4 bootloop fiasco I would not go G4. It does not guarantee that G5 does not have any other problems, but at least you do not have the obvious one.
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I just picked up a brand new 32 gb G4 for $274.99. I can give you the link if you'd like.
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G5 imo
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novastar1 said:
Pay the extra $50
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Care to explain please?
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Depends on following:
• EU Model: Yes / No: If "No", go for Nexus. If "Yes", continue reading.
• I want official & almost stable ROMs: If "Yes", go for G4. If "I can wait": Go for G5.
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hahaha That was funny. Yes, I would be getting the H815 EMEA model so that I can unlock bootloader and root. And I am after the best camera on a phone for under $500, so both G4 and G5 would come before the Nexus 6P.
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Taking in consideration the G4 bootloop fiasco I would not go G4. It does not guarantee that G5 does not have any other problems, but at least you do not have the obvious one.
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I hear you.
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I just picked up a brand new 32 gb G4 for $274.99. I can give you the link if you'd like.
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You are probably talking about the eBay deal that came out yesterday. I looked at it, but it's the US991 U.S. Cellular model. I want the EMEA model (read above).
Thank you all for your responses!
The G4 is a year old now and what does it for me is the 808 chipset. I think the extra 50$ isn't too much for a newer and better phone. If there was a huge price difference then I'd say the G4
Hello guys i am currently using a Samsung S3 Neo and im looking to buy a new phone.So from reviews like Android authority it seemed very good,performance is great and the camera is amazing but i saw this problem with them called the ''bootloop'' so im wondering if I should buy it. Is the bootloop fixable or not existing anymore because i read that it was only in the models produced the first 2-3 months.
Ringanar said:
Hello guys i am currently using a Samsung S3 Neo and im looking to buy a new phone.So from reviews like Android authority it seemed very good,performance is great and the camera is amazing but i saw this problem with them called the ''bootloop'' so im wondering if I should buy it. Is the bootloop fixable or not existing anymore because i read that it was only in the models produced the first 2-3 months.
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I'm still in love with this camera quality and performance overall.
Isn't bootloop related with custom roms?
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migueli2 said:
I'm still in love with this camera quality and performance overall.
Isn't bootloop related with custom roms?
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Well from what i know its a hardware motherboard issue > http://www.androidauthority.com/lg-admits-g4-bootloop-problem-hardware-fault-669603/
How is your device running for long do you have it?
Ringanar said:
Hello guys i am currently using a Samsung S3 Neo and im looking to buy a new phone.So from reviews like Android authority it seemed very good,performance is great and the camera is amazing but i saw this problem with them called the ''bootloop'' so im wondering if I should buy it. Is the bootloop fixable or not existing anymore because i read that it was only in the models produced the first 2-3 months.
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it should be fixed as long as its warranty isnt expired, i have second phone so far so good.
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Well from what i know its a hardware motherboard issue > http://www.androidauthority.com/lg-admits-g4-bootloop-problem-hardware-fault-669603/
How is your device running for long do you have it?
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I have it like for 6 months now and zero problems.
I didn't even thought the problem you mentioned was hardware related hehehe
I really thought was custom Rom related.
To be honest I never was a really LG fan because in my country there's like only a few stores with LG accessories etc.
Like I said, for me phone is about camera quality and performance because I use phone as a work gadget.
So... My next one will LG5 if camera please me.
Good luck in your buy
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G4 right know has unbelievable value for money!
It has great performance, amazing display, top-tier camera (especially if you learn how to use manual mode), 3000mAh battery and ample ROM support
Just be sure to get an H815 International model if you plan on rooting and doing custom ROM!
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G4 right know has unbelievable value for money!
It has great performance, amazing display, top-tier camera (especially if you learn how to use manual mode), 3000mAh battery and ample ROM support
Just be sure to get an H815 International model if you plan on rooting and doing custom ROM!
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make sure that the h815 is one of the unlockable ones for bootloader not all are..
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I have it like for 6 months now and zero problems.
I didn't even thought the problem you mentioned was hardware related hehehe
I really thought was custom Rom related.
To be honest I never was a really LG fan because in my country there's like only a few stores with LG accessories etc.
Like I said, for me phone is about camera quality and performance because I use phone as a work gadget.
So... My next one will LG5 if camera please me.
Good luck in your buy
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Thanks i think ill buy it
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make sure that the h815 is one of the unlockable ones for bootloader not all are..
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The one im looking at is h815 so its unlockable right?I may be rooting since i love customizing and tinkering,rooted my s3 neo after 1 month
Ringanar said:
The one im looking at is h815 so its unlockable right?I may be rooting since i love customizing and tinkering,rooted my s3 neo after 1 month
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you can root locked bootloader only if on lollipop 5.1 and you can also have xposed....
if phone its on marshmallow you also need to know the antirollback version.. like you cant downgrade marshmallow V3 antiroll to Lolliop V2 itll brick phone..
am you must be aware that some devices have bootloop.. and the best thing is for you to have the closest country that has bootloader unlocked... for example. if you are in europe and have the h811 tmobile from usa.. if bootloop.. the phone must be sent to tmobile or to LG usa. unless the place you buy it gives you warranty.... so its best to have one for your country.. if from usa .. they wont fix it in wurope you must send phone to USA...
here is the list on the ones that can be unlock.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/unlock-list-lg-g4-variants-unlocked-t3262621
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The one im looking at is h815 so its unlockable right?I may be rooting since i love customizing and tinkering,rooted my s3 neo after 1 month
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See here for all models unlockable. :good:
I've had mine for a year know, first android phone that I hate, except for the camera, camera is ****ing amazing
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Wtf? That is simply not true, I have unlocked my H815 while on V20D stock MM without any downgrade to Lollipop.
Just use official LG bootloader unlock, then flash twrp, then enjoy custom ROM world
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Wtf? That is simply not true, I have unlocked my H815 while on V20D stock MM without any downgrade to Lollipop.
Just use official LG bootloader unlock, then flash twrp, then enjoy custom ROM world
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read before posting i said to him to get a bootloader unlockable h815 phone. and i stated that he can only root locked bootloader one if hes on LP. just in case he doesnt get one unlockable one. as he might have to send it back in case of bootloop.
I know i know the G710TM cant be bootloader unlocked, but i can take one of the other variants thats GSM unlocked and bring it to Tmob, so which one is best for compatibility? Specifically looking for 4G LTE and mobile Hotspot to be working correctly. Is this possible, or should i stick with H932 (V30) and root that instead?
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idk but LMG710TM definitely can't root
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idk but LMG710TM definitely can't root
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not looking to root TM, I know this already.
I decided to get ULM and get a remote unlock. I dont see as much development with the G7 as I did with the V30 which is sad.
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not looking to root TM, I know this already.
I decided to get ULM and get a remote unlock. I dont see as much development with the G7 as I did with the V30 which is sad.
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You are right the deveploment for the lg g7 here on xda is pretty much dead.
You can also get a sprint variant really cheap on ebay
Thats what i did now is rooted on pie ulm but theres nothing else to do since the deveploment is dead.
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You are right the deveploment for the lg g7 here on xda is pretty much dead.
You can also get a sprint variant really cheap on ebay
Thats what i did now is rooted on pie ulm but theres nothing else to do since the deveploment is dead.
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Gah. you just sealed it. I'm glad that I didn't make the purchase as of yet. But my suspicions it looks like I was correct. I was debating either upgrading all the way to v40 but it looks like development hasn't gone very far either. though I would like the five camera setup and the portrait mode of the two front facing cameras I don't know if it is worth it as having root plus access custom roms is what I'm really looking for. It looks like development for the v30 is where I need to be. Plus I have all the tools necessary to root it. I've actually rooted it before but the phone was stolen for me
Can it really be that a two-year-old smartphone is really the best bet? I can buy 2 v30s for the price of one v40
I was about to buy this phone and like all the ones I buy I go to XDA to check if it has a developer to back it up but I find that it does not have anyone.
My question is ... Why doesn't he have anyone behind him? Is the phone itself like Sprint's LG G5 that is almost impossible to modify or is it just a dead cell phone?
-I using a translator, if we see an error gramatically
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Nothing?
Because it may not be a popular/interesting device?
Because LG gave up the smartphone business and support is dodgy?
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Because it may not be a popular/interesting device?
Because LG gave up the smartphone business and support is dodgy?
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I understand, I am obliged to look for a phone that has support in XDA, I close post
Most variants of this device are bootloader locked. It would be nice if LG would unlock the bootloaders considering they're ditching the business.
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Most variants of this device are bootloader locked. It would be nice if LG would unlock the bootloaders considering they're ditching the business.
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Couldn't it be demanded? Right now, LG phones are cheaper than any mid-range, taking this into account and that they were withdrawn from the market, it would be a very good idea to release it. Is there any way to get in touch with them or guy to get it released?
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Couldn't it be demanded? Right now, LG phones are cheaper than any mid-range, taking this into account and that they were withdrawn from the market, it would be a very good idea to release it. Is there any way to get in touch with them or guy to get it released?
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I dunno, I don't work for them.
Not likely though considering they only currently support a few devices for that, and they'll be shutting the site down: https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
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I dunno, I don't work for them.
Not likely though considering they only currently support a few devices for that, and they'll be shutting the site down: https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
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I understand, I'll see what I find out but thank you very much
PS: If I am not well understood, it is because I am using a translator