Afternoon all,
I've just today bought a LG G4 here in the UK.
I am planning on rooting the device using the locked bootloader method. I did some reading and I understand this is not possible with the Marshmallow Update so i am trying to be cautious of that - the phone currently says that there is no updates available at the minute but I know these things can sometimes take some time to filter through.
I am just wondering if the device is on the latest EU software before Marshmallow or if I should manually update it to the latest Lollipop version if there is anything newer?
The software info currently shows:
Android version 5.1
Kernel Version 3.10.49
Build Number LMY47D
Software Version V10d-EUR-XX
Hardware Info just says the model number is LG-H815.
Any advise would be appreciated. The method I am planning on doing is the one where you inject root into your own image you take via Download Mode.
Thanks
Adam86 said:
Afternoon all,
I've just today bought a LG G4 here in the UK.
I am planning on rooting the device using the locked bootloader method. I did some reading and I understand this is not possible with the Marshmallow Update so i am trying to be cautious of that - the phone currently says that there is no updates available at the minute but I know these things can sometimes take some time to filter through.
I am just wondering if the device is on the latest EU software before Marshmallow or if I should manually update it to the latest Lollipop version if there is anything newer?
The software info currently shows:
Android version 5.1
Kernel Version 3.10.49
Build Number LMY47D
Software Version V10d-EUR-XX
Hardware Info just says the model number is LG-H815.
Any advise would be appreciated. The method I am planning on doing is the one where you inject root into your own image you take via Download Mode.
Thanks
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The software version is the latest. The way you wish to root it is up to you, but since you have the H815, unlocking the bootloader is much easier method IMO.
davebugyi said:
The software version is the latest. The way you wish to root it is up to you, but since you have the H815, unlocking the bootloader is much easier method IMO.
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Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Right now I don't want to go unlocking the bootloader and voiding my warranty whilst the device is only a few days old.
Probably will do the bootloader unlock when I am 100% happy with the device.
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Hello there!
I have a locked H815 and I've had many issues with it, especially when I upgraded to 6.0 and V20D. I've got it back from repairs and it's been downgraded to Android 5.1.
I saw that it's ok to use LGUP and flash 5.1 and 6.0 firmwares and that doesn't require an unlocked bootloader nor root.
Now, I want to ask if I unlock my bootloader, will I still be able to receive OTA updates? Or updates through LG Bridge?
Also, if I install a custom ROM right now, will I be able to successfully flash the stock firmwares and have the phone as it was just with an unlocked bootloader?
Thanks!
Peshyy said:
Hello there!
I have a locked H815 and I've had many issues with it, especially when I upgraded to 6.0 and V20D. I've got it back from repairs and it's been downgraded to Android 5.1.
I saw that it's ok to use LGUP and flash 5.1 and 6.0 firmwares and that doesn't require an unlocked bootloader nor root.
Now, I want to ask if I unlock my bootloader, will I still be able to receive OTA updates? Or updates through LG Bridge?
Also, if I install a custom ROM right now, will I be able to successfully flash the stock firmwares and have the phone as it was just with an unlocked bootloader?
Thanks!
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i beleive so, but youll also loose warranty.
raptorddd said:
i beleive so, but youll also loose warranty.
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Thanks! That's what I wanted to know.
Hey all. So basically I recently purchased the H815T Australian optus model. It was initially on Lollipop but updated to MM & I need root so I can restore all my data from my previous device but seems I need to unlock the bootloader. Unfortunately it couldn't be done because the H815T isn't supported on the LG unlocking website. Is there another way to unlock the bootloader or rooting it? Please help guys, I really need to retrieve my data but can't do so till there is a method to root. Or would I have to downgrade to Lollipop & root? I'd immensely appreciate some assistance with this, cheers.
Stevo001457 said:
Hey all. So basically I recently purchased the H815T Australian optus model. It was initially on Lollipop but updated to MM & I need root so I can restore all my data from my previous device but seems I need to unlock the bootloader. Unfortunately it couldn't be done because the H815T isn't supported on the LG unlocking website. Is there another way to unlock the bootloader or rooting it? Please help guys, I really need to retrieve my data but can't do so till there is a method to root. Or would I have to downgrade to Lollipop & root? I'd immensely appreciate some assistance with this, cheers.
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no bootloader unlock yet....
you need to be on LP.
but... you also need to know if you can downgrade. i for instance cant. there antirollback version you need to find out . if you can..
raptorddd said:
no bootloader unlock yet....
you need to be on LP.
but... you also need to know if you can downgrade. i for instance cant. there antirollback version you need to find out . if you can..
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Thanks for your help. I really enjoy being on Marshmallow so don't really want to downgrade. Thankfully I got most of my whatsapp messages through google drive backup & most of the other apps did have some form of cloud storage. I'm gonna stick to MM till a rooting method does eventuate.
Well I bought my zenfone 2 it's been 1 year ago, and on the end of 2016 I rooted it because I don't had hope on 6.0.1 update anymore since it was full of bugs. I still on 5.0 and now I want to update to 6.0.1 but I don't know how. My bootloader is unlocked and I have TWRP I was planning on flash the stock recovery and then push the update but there is the problem. Can I update with unlocked bootloader? Or I'll need to lock it again then update? I really can't bare with the 5.0 firmware anymore and I need to update. But since I don't have a constant access to a computer I don't want to brick my phone.
Yes, I tried search for tutorials online but all I get is how to unlock bootloader on zenfone 2 on the 6.0 firmware and how to root it..but I don't get none answer to my question so I hope someone here can help me.
Tayanarak said:
Well I bought my zenfone 2 it's been 1 year ago, and on the end of 2016 I rooted it because I don't had hope on 6.0.1 update anymore since it was full of bugs. I still on 5.0 and now I want to update to 6.0.1 but I don't know how. My bootloader is unlocked and I have TWRP I was planning on flash the stock recovery and then push the update but there is the problem. Can I update with unlocked bootloader? Or I'll need to lock it again then update? I really can't bare with the 5.0 firmware anymore and I need to update. But since I don't have a constant access to a computer I don't want to brick my phone.
Yes, I tried search for tutorials online but all I get is how to unlock bootloader on zenfone 2 on the 6.0 firmware and how to root it..but I don't get none answer to my question so I hope someone here can help me.
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flash stock bootloader LP( boot, ifwi, recovery, fastboot). factory reset device. unlock bootloader with official app. and sideload latest MM. later on flash twrp.
I've got a device version of 910v and I'm trying to safe upgrade bootloader. Could anyone help me by sharing a link. My current bootloader version is N910VOYU1ANI1
and my baseband version is N910VVRU2CPJ2
TheRock40359 said:
I've got a device version of 910v and I'm trying to safe upgrade bootloader. Could anyone help me by sharing a link. My current bootloader version is N910VOYU1ANI1
and my baseband version is N910VVRU2CPJ2
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Unfortunately, for our device you have to unlock your bootloader everytime you update even with the DE version.. I could be wrong but I believe you'll have to unlock on Lp first and then go to mm, but it's probably worth a try to see if you can skip Lp.
I wrote a small guide here if you want to update to CQI2 bootloader (most recent).
SO a game I was playing stopped supporting android 6, which is in my device currently and I have the only model who can update normally. Is there any way to upgrade manually to android 7 nougat? or in a higher version if possible?
KentaZX said:
SO a game I was playing stopped supporting android 6, which is in my device currently and I have the only model who can update normally. Is there any way to upgrade manually to android 7 nougat? or in a higher version if possible?
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I'm assuming you haven't unlocked your bootloader yet, so unfortunately you will not be able to upgrade to a higher android version until you do so.
Refer to the following thread:
[UNLOCK][UNOFFICIAL][G4] Unlock ANY* LG G4 device with UsU​Read everything thoroughly and make sure you understand it completely. This is the only proven way to unlock your H812 bootloader as it cannot be unlocked 'Officially'.
Many of us have done this in order to upgrade our H812's to newer based android versions - LineageOS tends to be the gold standard of the custom roms that allow you to have a higher based android version on your phone but other choices are available. Just scroll through the LG G4 threads. when you have unlocked your bootloader and installed a custom recovery, e.g. TWRP.
sdembiske said:
I'm assuming you haven't unlocked your bootloader yet, so unfortunately you will not be able to upgrade to a higher android version until you do so.
Refer to the following thread:
[UNLOCK][UNOFFICIAL][G4] Unlock ANY* LG G4 device with UsU​Read everything thoroughly and make sure you understand it completely. This is the only proven way to unlock your H812 bootloader as it cannot be unlocked 'Officially'.
Many of us have done this in order to upgrade our H812's to newer based android versions - LineageOS tends to be the gold standard of the custom roms that allow you to have a higher based android version on your phone but other choices are available. Just scroll through the LG G4 threads. when you have unlocked your bootloader and installed a custom recovery, e.g. TWRP.
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I just realized I got reply here.
Okay so Iooking through this, I needed to use SALT....which I have to use mAid to do so. so I try putting together my old 2014 computer parts and tried booting the MAid ISO up but I've keep getting the message:
Device did not show up after 30 seconds. after "starting up 25.1-8 manjaro". I have tried flashing the ISO through ventoy, etcher and rufus and NONE of them will let me boot the ISO. I do not know what to do here.