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I'm currently bone-stock AT&T, 4.4.2. I'm frustrated by the lack of OTAs from AT&T, especially given that the 4.4.4 was reportedly pulled. So I'm considering converting to Dev Edition to get timely updates and I'd like to make sure I have all of my ducks in a row before I begin.
Am I correct with these steps and order?
1. Unlock bootloader (htcdev key)
2. s-off
3. Change MID and CID as appropriate
4. Run the 5.0.1 RUU that HTC posted
5. ???
6. Profit
Thanks!
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Skip HTCDev, because Sunshine will take care of that for you. Once you are S-off, you can trivially lock/unlock your bootloader, and by skipping HTCDev, you can potentially avoid losing your warranty.
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Skip HTCDev, because Sunshine will take care of that for you. Once you are S-off, you can trivially lock/unlock your bootloader, and by skipping HTCDev, you can potentially avoid losing your warranty.
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I literally just saw (and did) this with Sunshine. Thanks for the tip. Everything else looks good on the list though, right?
OGhoul said:
I literally just saw (and did) this with Sunshine. Thanks for the tip. Everything else looks good on the list though, right?
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Yup, except I forgot to mention that you only have to change the CID. The MID is already correct. (The Developer Edition is essentially the same as the AT&T edition, but has a different CID)
You would have figured that out on your own, and it wouldn't have hurt to attempt to change it, but it's not necessary on your device.
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Yup, except I forgot to mention that you only have to change the CID. The MID is already correct. (The Developer Edition is essentially the same as the AT&T edition, but has a different CID)
You would have figured that out on your own, and it wouldn't have hurt to attempt to change it, but it's not necessary on your device.
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I've already got the tabs open for the adb steps for that on my home PC. Thanks a bunch; you've confirmed that I actually have learned something from lurking around here all this time.
I have the Tmobile version. Will this same thing work as well, just changing the CID and flashing the 5.0.1 RUU?
I already have S-Off and unlocked bootloader. Everything else is the same from when I got it. Stock 4.4.4 Sense, Stock recovery (No CWM or TWRP), with T-Mobile CID.
vjaamm said:
I have the Tmobile version. Will this same thing work as well, just changing the CID and flashing the 5.0.1 RUU?
I already have S-Off and unlocked bootloader. Everything else is the same from when I got it. Stock 4.4.4 Sense, Stock recovery (No CWM or TWRP), with T-Mobile CID.
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Yes, except you *DO* have to change your MID.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708581
And slightly off topic, the 5.0.1 RUU will update my firmware to what would be required for any of the (Sense-based) Lollipop ROMS (like ARHD) right? I won't have to incrementally flash firmwares, will I?
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And slightly off topic, the 5.0.1 RUU will update my firmware to what would be required for any of the (Sense-based) Lollipop ROMS (like ARHD) right? I won't have to incrementally flash firmwares, will I?
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No you won't. The Developer edition has the latest firmware needed by the latest ROMs 4.x
So you'll be good to go.
I actually had to do some monkey business to get this to work.
I changed my CID to Super CID, then adb fastboot bootloader. Then ran the RUU .exe. This started to work, however it failed at I think step 5 telling me my CID was wrong, and the .exe told me to hold power for 10 seconds to reboot.
This then booted back into 4.4.2, and settings > about still said 4.4.2.
fastboot getvar all however, revealed all of the lollipop firmware settings.
So I rebooted to fastboot again, then changed my CID to the BS_US002.
Ran the RUU again. It took, and it's currently optimizing apps.
Hey guys,
First post and thread, unfortunately. May have been done before, so sorry if that's the case (and if it is I guess a quick link can clear this confusion up!)
I've got a tmobile HTC One M8 running Android 4.4.4 with an unlocked boot loader, clockworkmod 6.0.4.8 with s-on.
New android update is out and while I'm not necessarily keen on updating it, the icon is annoying. As well, I originally rooted the phone for some apps and sorts that I don't even use and I'm mainly interested in just bringing the phone back to a stock recovery so I can unroot it.
Tried using the RUU posted but I believe due to the s-on and unlocked boot loader, it doesn't work for me. Step one is an error on it.
What can I do here to bring the phone back to stock recovery? I'm not 100% I made a backup before I put cwm on it. May have but for arguments sake let's say I didn't.
Any and all help is appreciated. thanks so much everyone.
Metilinos said:
Tried using the RUU posted but I believe due to the s-on and unlocked boot loader, it doesn't work for me. Step one is an error on it.
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RUUs run fine with s-on, and I don't know why folks keep posting that it doesn't.
But you do however, need to relock the bootloader (since you are s-on) to run the RUU. Its absolutely mandatory (with s-on), and almost certainly why the RUU fails. THe RUU also needs to match your CID (but if you are properly trying a T-Mob RUU on a T-Mob version M8, that is not the issue), and further you cannot "downgrade" or run an older version RUU (older hboot) than what is on the phone.
But again, unlocked bootloader alone will make the RUU fail.
I haven't really seen a whole lot of s-off since firewater hasn't worked any longer. I kind of figured the unlocked bootloader was an issue as well. Mobile right now and working so not a whole lot I can do. Basically make sure the CID matches the RUU and relock the bootloader and I should be good to go? I picked up the T-Mobile RUU and I have a tmobIle M8, I didn't really think to check the CID, I just mainly assumed the failed run was from other sources.
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I haven't really seen a whole lot of s-off since firewater hasn't worked any longer. I kind of figured the unlocked bootloader was an issue as well. Mobile right now and working so not a whole lot I can do. Basically make sure the CID matches the RUU and relock the bootloader and I should be good to go? I picked up the T-Mobile RUU and I have a tmobIle M8, I didn't really think to check the CID, I just mainly assumed the failed run was from other sources.
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As long as you have the right carrier RUU, the CID will also match. I assume T-Mobile US? As there is also T-Mobile in Europe.
As long as its right carrier (CID) and not trying to run an older version RUU, the unlocked bootloader is the only problem.
Yes T-Mobile US.
I'll have to double check the RUU, I'm pretty sure I grabbed it off here from a different thread, but like you said, the unlocked bootloader obviously was an issue.
In the case, and I'm assuming it's rare, that it could be that, is there an easy way to tell whether or not I have the most current RUU?
Thanks a bunch, really appreciating the help. I've been kind of at a standstill with this and haven't really tried much in fear of killing the phone.
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In the case, and I'm assuming it's rare, that it could be that, is there an easy way to tell whether or not I have the most current RUU?
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Do you mean its rare to run the wrong version RUU? If so, I'd say no, its not rare at all. Folks are often not aware of the version requirement (with s-on, this requirement is bypassed with s-off) and try to run an "old" RUU.
All the T-Mob US RUUs are posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2714456
3.32 is Android 4.4.4
4.20 is Android 5.0
3.32 is what I have at the moment. With android 5 coming over the air a week or so ago for myself and 4.4.4 being on the phone when I got it just a couple months back, that's what I guess I was insinuating by rare. But thank you a bunch for your help. Again it's very much appreciated. Obviously got myself in a little over my head here.
Hi there all,
Have previously done some modding on older HTCs, but have not really done it in a while.
By chance and opportunity, I got my hands on an M9. Love it, but it is Telstra (AU) branded. I know that to get the lastest FW (OEM or otherwise), its best to get off carrier branded FW.
In order to do this (aim to get to intl or Asia unbranded generic FW), I should:
1. S-Off (via HTC Dev).
2. Install custom recovery
3. do a back up (Just in case)
4. Load the generic RUU of my choosing
5. (optional) install the stock recovery that matches the RUU (for OTA updates)
Is this right? Do I need to mess with CID?
Any info to help me refresh myself would be great.
Apparently HTC dev does not assist with S-OFF.. maybe www.theroot.ninja though ..
jauhien said:
Apparently HTC dev does not assist with S-OFF.. maybe www.theroot.ninja though ..
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oh good old sunshine.
Anyone have anything else to add? any tips to make it easier on the m9?
Just that installing a RUU will install stock recovery anyway.
The root ninja guys are in the US and get their M9s in a few weeks, you won't be able to achieve the above until s-off is available, you will need to supercid the device to enable you to flash a none telestra RUU.
A custom ROM may well be an option once they start popping up ?
Thanks Punk/Lee, good insight.
Yeah, I've used Viper ROM ages ago with my M7 i think, and that went well, so may go down custom as well. Cant wait to start mucking around with my M9.
Bootloader unlock reportedly works if you select "other" on HTC dev., also, the process must be done from Recovery Download mode, i. e. Hboot-->Downloadoad mode. At least that's the method I have seen reported successful.
My name is Harold and I'm a flashaholic.....
thanks Harold. I will try it when I get some time this week
Excuse the noobness.
As per above, if I can unlock the bootloader using the "Other" selection on HTC Dev, plus this toolkit is available : http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/development/tool-windroid-universal-android-toolkit-t3066989
Then, flash one of the following RUUs - http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/general/htc-one-m9-dump-t3060545
Effectively, that means I can unbrand (use one of the stock RUUs), and it would receive the relevant updates from those regions, yes?
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Excuse the noobness.
As per above, if I can unlock the bootloader using the "Other" selection on HTC Dev, plus this toolkit is available : http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/development/tool-windroid-universal-android-toolkit-t3066989
Then, flash one of the following RUUs - http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/general/htc-one-m9-dump-t3060545
Effectively, that means I can unbrand (use one of the stock RUUs), and it would receive the relevant updates from those regions, yes?
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If that RUU, what you want to flash, has different CID/MID - flashing will fail..
And on the other hand for editing your CID/MID in order to match those in RUU can't be accomplished without S-OFF - which you should not confuse with "unlocking bootloader"..
hey, I managed to debrand my M9. I followed these steps:
1. unlock bootloader
2. flash recovery and root
3. S-Off with sunshine
4. Change my CID to HTC__001
5. Put the 0PJAIMG.zip on an SD card and rebooted into bootloader mode and it de-branded the phone
I bought a refurbished, factory unlocked HTC one m8 off eBay in February. I just got my hands on it last week. I live in India.
I have some experience with rooting the phone and installing custom rims. I'm currently using the HTC one m7 with ViperOne 8.0.0 on top.
I have a few questions that I need to find the answer to before I do anything on the m8.
1. What are the methods to s-off the phone?
Bootloader unlocked using htcdev
Hboot version is - 3.16
Running stock Rom 4.4.2, that I'm assuming comes with an at&t m8
2. Do I need to flash a firmware/radio for the phone to work in India?
3. Do I need to be looking at custom roms made specifically for the at&t version? Or can I flash any Rom built for the international version?
4. Is there a way to convert the phone to an international firmware/radio, etc. So I can flash Rom/mod meant for international version?
I'm not sure I explained my questions correctly, please ask if further info/explanation is required
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I bought a refurbished, factory unlocked HTC one m8 off eBay in February. I just got my hands on it last week. I live in India.
I have some experience with rooting the phone and installing custom rims. I'm currently using the HTC one m7 with ViperOne 8.0.0 on top.
I have a few questions that I need to find the answer to before I do anything on the m8.
1. What are the methods to s-off the phone?
Bootloader unlocked using htcdev
Hboot version is - 3.16
Running stock Rom 4.4.2, that I'm assuming comes with an at&t m8
2. Do I need to flash a firmware/radio for the phone to work in India?
3. Do I need to be looking at custom roms made specifically for the at&t version? Or can I flash any Rom built for the international version?
4. Is there a way to convert the phone to an international firmware/radio, etc. So I can flash Rom/mod meant for international version?
I'm not sure I explained my questions correctly, please ask if further info/explanation is required
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And you be flashing Viper again I assume.
You'll need to use Sunshine S-Off. It cost $25, but it is guaranteed to work. They run a diagnostic check to make sure, and only ask for the payment then.
Once you are S-Off, you can go superCID and flash the 4.16.401.10 RUU, or flash the same version firmware.
In your situation, I would run the RUU instead of just flashing the firmware. Just my opinion. You could probably just flash the firmware at that point. The RUU is always the safest method though.
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And you be flashing Viper again I assume.
You'll need to use Sunshine S-Off. It cost $25, but it is guaranteed to work. They run a diagnostic check to make sure, and only ask for the payment then.
Once you are S-Off, you can go superCID and flash the 4.16.401.10 RUU, or flash the same version firmware.
In your situation, I would run the RUU instead of just flashing the firmware. Just my opinion. You could probably just flash the firmware at that point. The RUU is always the safest method though.
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I most probably will be flashing viperone
Though I might have multi Rom set up on it
Thanks for the answer btw!
Just one more question, what is superCID?
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2. Do I need to flash a firmware/radio for the phone to work in India?
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It depends on whether the bands needed to work on your carrier (3G and LTE, if applicable) are already supported by the AT&T version. If not, then you need to flash a radio that does support your carrier's bands.
Hi gang,
I have a Sprint HTC 10 that I completely S-Offed, Unlocked, and formatted with nothing left except the recovery. I have TWRP 3.1.0-0-pme installed for recovery. I had changed the CID to SuperCID 11111111 and now I'm trying to install a stock T-Mobile RUU so I can get the T-mobile radio with the latest T-Mobile build.. it seems like it won't work though. When I run the T-Mobile RUU while the phone is in download mode, it starts work but then it says that I need to download and use the correct recovery tool.. I'm assuming that this is talking about a Sprint RUU. Am I only allowed to stick with custom roms on this but use the default Sprint radio that's already on the phone? Does it matter for VoLTE and WiFi-Calling on T-mobile? Will it deter my speed? Here's some screenshots of the information I have for the phone.
Basically, I just want to be able to use the phone with T-Mobile. I figured S-Off would allow me to adjust the radio for that of T-Mobile.
btw, I had that decryption issue that popped up and I completely wiped all of the system data since I couldn't find "user data" like some posts had said.. I'm not worried though, I made a complete backup using TWRP before I wiped and used the special SuperSU tailored for this phone. I also sunshine S-Offed while the Bootloader was unlocked.. could that have been my issue? It stated that I would've had to format the "user data" folder, but I didn't think much of it because I was going to install stock T-Mobile on it.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Best,
Johnnie
jtlefebvre said:
Hi gang,
I have a Sprint HTC 10 that I completely S-Offed, Unlocked, and formatted with nothing left except the recovery. I have TWRP 3.1.0-0-pme installed for recovery. I had changed the CID to SuperCID 11111111 and now I'm trying to install a stock T-Mobile RUU so I can get the T-mobile radio with the latest T-Mobile build.. it seems like it won't work though. When I run the T-Mobile RUU while the phone is in download mode, it starts work but then it says that I need to download and use the correct recovery tool.. I'm assuming that this is talking about a Sprint RUU. Am I only allowed to stick with custom roms on this but use the default Sprint radio that's already on the phone? Does it matter for VoLTE and WiFi-Calling on T-mobile? Will it deter my speed? Here's some screenshots of the information I have for the phone.
Basically, I just want to be able to use the phone with T-Mobile. I figured S-Off would allow me to adjust the radio for that of T-Mobile.
btw, I had that decryption issue that popped up and I completely wiped all of the system data since I couldn't find "user data" like some posts had said.. I'm not worried though, I made a complete backup using TWRP before I wiped and used the special SuperSU tailored for this phone. I also sunshine S-Offed while the Bootloader was unlocked.. could that have been my issue? It stated that I would've had to format the "user data" folder, but I didn't think much of it because I was going to install stock T-Mobile on it.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Best,
Johnnie
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I'm not 100% sure but when it says stock recovery tool, I think it means that you need to use the stock recovery
jtlefebvre said:
Hi gang,
I have a Sprint HTC 10 that I completely S-Offed, Unlocked, and formatted with nothing left except the recovery. I have TWRP 3.1.0-0-pme installed for recovery. I had changed the CID to SuperCID 11111111 and now I'm trying to install a stock T-Mobile RUU so I can get the T-mobile radio with the latest T-Mobile build.. it seems like it won't work though. When I run the T-Mobile RUU while the phone is in download mode, it starts work but then it says that I need to download and use the correct recovery tool.. I'm assuming that this is talking about a Sprint RUU. Am I only allowed to stick with custom roms on this but use the default Sprint radio that's already on the phone? Does it matter for VoLTE and WiFi-Calling on T-mobile? Will it deter my speed? Here's some screenshots of the information I have for the phone.
Basically, I just want to be able to use the phone with T-Mobile. I figured S-Off would allow me to adjust the radio for that of T-Mobile.
btw, I had that decryption issue that popped up and I completely wiped all of the system data since I couldn't find "user data" like some posts had said.. I'm not worried though, I made a complete backup using TWRP before I wiped and used the special SuperSU tailored for this phone. I also sunshine S-Offed while the Bootloader was unlocked.. could that have been my issue? It stated that I would've had to format the "user data" folder, but I didn't think much of it because I was going to install stock T-Mobile on it.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Best,
Johnnie
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Your gonna have to change the mid to T-Mobiles mid. Not sure if the phone will actually work like T-Mobile seeing how sprint is CDMA and not GSM. Why don't u just try putting the Tmobile sim in and switch setting to global mode? See what works as u may brick your device by trying to convert it to a T-Mobile device. Honestly you should read through some threads and see if someone has all ready accomplished this.
jtlefebvre said:
Hi gang,
I have a Sprint HTC 10 that I completely S-Offed, Unlocked, and formatted with nothing left except the recovery. I have TWRP 3.1.0-0-pme installed for recovery. I had changed the CID to SuperCID 11111111 and now I'm trying to install a stock T-Mobile RUU so I can get the T-mobile radio with the latest T-Mobile build.. it seems like it won't work though. When I run the T-Mobile RUU while the phone is in download mode, it starts work but then it says that I need to download and use the correct recovery tool.. I'm assuming that this is talking about a Sprint RUU. Am I only allowed to stick with custom roms on this but use the default Sprint radio that's already on the phone? Does it matter for VoLTE and WiFi-Calling on T-mobile? Will it deter my speed? Here's some screenshots of the information I have for the phone.
Basically, I just want to be able to use the phone with T-Mobile. I figured S-Off would allow me to adjust the radio for that of T-Mobile.
btw, I had that decryption issue that popped up and I completely wiped all of the system data since I couldn't find "user data" like some posts had said.. I'm not worried though, I made a complete backup using TWRP before I wiped and used the special SuperSU tailored for this phone. I also sunshine S-Offed while the Bootloader was unlocked.. could that have been my issue? It stated that I would've had to format the "user data" folder, but I didn't think much of it because I was going to install stock T-Mobile on it.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Best,
Johnnie
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Follow this guide,
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-htc-10/how-to/tut-debrand-sprint-htc-10-flash-ruu-t3501250
It's not as straightforward as simply flashing the tmobile ruu.
Thanks Tarima. I'm going to follow this today and will report back. Well at least I got half way there. This is the price you pay when you simply don't wanna pay. Amiright? But seriously thank you. I missed that thread
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Thanks Tarima. I'm going to follow this today and will report back. Well at least I got half way there. This is the price you pay when you simply don't wanna pay. Amiright? But seriously thank you. I missed that thread
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No worries, ya the Sprint variant is a pain in the ass to mess around with.
I'd also like to thank twinnfamous for his or her reply as well. I knew that the MID would probably have something to do with it at some point. The first thing i need to do is i guess put an accepting ROM on the phone first before I can do it. I think I'll take my chances on trying to go straight T-mo even for a CDMA device. I'll definitely post some updates on my progress after i check out Tarima's privided thread. No guts no glory.
I am using a sprint 10 on T-Mobile. You can use the T-Mobile RUU or the US unlocked RUU. The US unlocked seems to get the most updates.
But, before you do this you need to unlock the sim port in nvram and backup the radio,modemst1, and modemst2 partitions. Again this must be done while sprint software installed.
After flashing desired RUU flash back the 3 backed up partitions above.
You will not get volte nor Wi-Fi calling on this configuration. Maybe after the merger?
If you make the mid and cid match a real device and keep a stock recovery you can take OTA updates. If you lose service after reflash the sprint radio again and you are back in business.
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I am using a sprint 10 on T-Mobile. You can use the T-Mobile RUU or the US unlocked RUU. The US unlocked seems to get the most updates.
But, before you do this you need to unlock the sim port in nvram and backup the radio,modemst1, and modemst2 partitions. Again this must be done while sprint software installed.
After flashing desired RUU flash back the 3 backed up partitions above.
You will not get volte nor Wi-Fi calling on this configuration. Maybe after the merger?
If you make the mid and cid match a real device and keep a stock recovery you can take OTA updates. If you lose service after reflash the sprint radio again and you are back in business.
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Hi Bootlooper.
Thanks for the heads up. I'm going to look through this guide that Tarima sent me in order to back up those partitions you were mentioning. Today I just unlocked the sim.. this is the log I got, sound about right?
Log message: > SPC is correct. Phone unlocked
Reading NV-items, in range of: 30159 (0x75CF) - 30159 (0x75CF)
Done.
Writing NV-items from a file:
Done.
I'm assuming I have to change the MID in order to flash the T-mobile RUU because currently I'm unable to do that. Unable to flash any RUU for that matter, but I haven't tried the Sprint one yet.. not necessary for me at the moment.
Wow. This is legit process.
Does Nandroid Backup *root* allow me to backup hidden partitions for the modem? I'm starting to see how this works.. I was searching the forums for a list of the MID for each carrier. I guess the US Unlocked MID is 2PS62500. The sprint MID is 2PS640000. Anyone know what the T-Mobile MID is?
It might be a good idea to stick with just the US developer RUU instead of T-Mobile's RUU.
Has anyone actually tried to flash the HTC 10 modem at all? Or does anyone happen to have an HTC 10 T-Mobile Modem firmware/ baseband img? I'm willing to try and flash once I figure out how to backup the modem partitions.
Best,
Johnnie
T-Mobile cid T-MOB010 mid 2PS650000
Us unlocked cid BS_US001 mid 2PS650000
I have been searching for how to back up radios and have come up empty. Will try to figure after I get home. If you flash one of the RUU ps6img to SD card. it won't overwrite the radios and cause you to lose simunlock. Look in the stock forum for this. You can update firmware using any file that doesn't include a radio.
bootlooper said:
T-Mobile cid T-MOB010 mid 2PS650000
Us unlocked cid BS_US001 mid 2PS650000
I have been searching for how to back up radios and have come up empty. Will try to figure after I get home. If you flash one of the RUU ps6img to SD card. it won't overwrite the radios and cause you to lose simunlock. Look in the stock forum for this. You can update firmware using any file that doesn't include a radio.
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Thanks so much Bootlooper. I'll be messing with this for the next few days. I'll give an update if I come across anything in particular.
Best,
Johnnie