hello today I bought a phone htc one m8, the phone is prerooted and no software update option in it.
here's the software info
android 4.4.4
htc sense 6.0
software number 3.31.512.2
sdk api level 6.25
kernel version 3.4.0-g3e2305b
baseband 1.12.20.1211
build 3.31.512.2 CL395691 release keys
pri version 2.90_002
PRL version 00000
in bootloader it says software official, bootloader locked, has twrp recovery on it. i want my phone to complete stock, either kitkat (then i will update via ota) or directly marshmallow. I am in an asian country, so please redirect me to complete tutorial and required files, thanks in advanced.
You have an obscure US variant, known as LRA (LTE for Rural Areas = a regional carrier version of the Verizon variant).
I don't suggest owning this phone for most folks, especially non-US, and non-LRA users. Its hard to update, hard to modify. Return it to the seller, if you can.
You can update to Lollipop with official RUU. But this is the most recent RUU I've seen for LRA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66044439&postcount=37
redpoint73 said:
You have an obscure US variant, known as LRA (LTE for Rural Areas = a regional carrier version of the Verizon variant).
I don't suggest owning this phone for most folks, especially non-US, and non-LRA users. Its hard to update, hard to modify. Return it to the seller, if you can.
You can update to Lollipop with official RUU. But this is the most recent RUU I've seen for LRA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66044439&postcount=37
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so i cant flash it with htc sync either?
droidnafiz said:
so i cant flash it with htc sync either?
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As I said, this version is hard to update. You won't be able to update it OTA or HTC Sync.
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Hey everybody! So some quick background info, I just got an M8 and was excited to start playing with it. I unlocked the bootloader, flashed TWRP, and set off to try out some roms. Something I quickly realized was that without updating my phones firmware, I wouldn't be able to make the change from 4.4.2 based roms without encountering some issues. It seems the two ways to do that are an OTA update or s-off and flash it yourself.
So I restored the original rom backup I made, flashed the stock recovery back on (tried 1.58.502.1 and 1.12.502 when the first didn't work) and relocked the bootloader. It still doesn't detect any updates from AT&T's software updater.
The phone is from AT&T and I'm on Cricket's network.
Software number 1.58.502.1
CID: CWS__001
Any help or suggestions are much appreciated. If there's any pertinent information that I didn't include let me know. Thanks in advance.
You need to be connected to AT&T's network to get OTAs. Some folks on here that aren't specifically familiar with AT&T (and don't use them as a carrier) will say that isn't true, that you can OTA on WiFi or on another carrier. But AT&T is the oddball in this regard (at least compared to "international" version owners - not that sure about other US carriers).
You can update to 4.4.3 or 4.4.4 by official RUU (need to relock the bootloader to RUU since you are s-on). But you won't be able to update to 5.0 firmware unless you s-off at this time, since AT&T hasn't released Lollipop yet. Rumor says end of this month, but its just a rumor.
RUUs are linked on my AT&T-specific Index thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2751432
If you want to s-off (sunshine is the only method) you can then manually update the firmware (including LP firmware). Or even "convert" to another carrier version (such as US Developer's Edition) and then get OTAs.
Thanks for the information! I'll go give that a try now.
Hello all,
Sorry if this seems obvious, I've lost several hours looking for an answer and where to download the correct ROMs/right actions to do.
I use to have Android Lollipop on my phone (ARHD, dont remeber which version) and I tried to install ARHD 20.0 (MM) yesterday.
Manage to upgrade TWRP to 2.8.7.0 and manage to flash the ROM.
But, as mentioned in a very close post, MM firware isn't compatible.
Phone now stay stuck on bootloader screen.
I tried RUU update but it didn't work (bootloader is unlocked)
I then tried to lock my bootloader but fastboot/adb can't detect device (also went from W7 OS to W10 OS...) no clue why...
It seems I can't enter Fastboot mode (doesn't show on the screen, maybe it's normal).
And adb doesn't detect device properly.
Phone is S-ON so can't flash firmware directly.
Heard I should go back to ARHD14.0 but can't find any download link.
So here I am asking for help
LK-1.0.0.0000
RADIO-01.01_U11440261_56.02.50306G_2_F
OpenDSP-v20.2.6-00452-M8994_0216
OS-1.32.73.15
Thanks all! :laugh:
FrancoisC75001 said:
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TWRP to 2.8.7.0
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S-ON
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That TWRP version is not recommended for latest rom versions. Use the latest one (TWRP 2.8.7.1-CPTB-Beta-1).
You need the Android M firmware if you want to flash Android M Sense-Roms. With S-ON you need to wait until HTC distributes the update for you SKU (which it hasn't done until now as far as I know). Btw: The firmware version you're using is more than outdated. With that version your M9 is still suffering the infamous heat problems. Nevertheless since several sources (Llabtoofer, HTC UK) hint that the Android M updates might arrive during the next week I would recommend getting back to stock (here's the needed RUU; instructions how to flash can be found in my signature), updating your phone to the latest LP firmware but waiting for the official update before reflashing a custom rom or rerooting your phone.
Which version of the M9 do you have? Also, can you get into your custom recovery?
mackster248 said:
Which version of the M9 do you have? Also, can you get into your custom recovery?
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M9 version: no clue.
Custom recovery: yes.
According to your firmware version and the fact that your phone is S-ON you own a HIMA_UHL (MID: 0PJA10000) which is branded by Orange France.
Flippy498 said:
According to your firmware version and the fact that your phone is S-ON you own a HIMA_UHL (MID: 0PJA10000) which is branded by Orange France.
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It's an SFR phone... Could it be Orange branded? Kinda weird.
But OK thanks
I don't know the relations between French providers but it's theoretically possible that SFR and Orange share the same firmware on the M9. Anyway the SKU 73 belongs to Orange France.
Flippy498 said:
That TWRP version is not recommended for latest rom versions. Use the latest one (TWRP 2.8.7.1-CPTB-Beta-1).
You need the Android M firmware if you want to flash Android M Sense-Roms. With S-ON you need to wait until HTC distributes the update for you SKU (which it hasn't done until now as far as I know). Btw: The firmware version you're using is more than outdated. With that version your M9 is still suffering the infamous heat problems. Nevertheless since several sources (Llabtoofer, HTC UK) hint that the Android M updates might arrive during the next week I would recommend getting back to stock (here's the needed RUU; instructions how to flash can be found in my signature), updating your phone to the latest LP firmware but waiting for the official update before reflashing a custom rom or rerooting your phone.
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Thank you. Phone is "fixed". Will wait for the update...
Cheers,
Francois
Hello,
I brought the phone this February and its working fine. It is running on Kitkat-4.4.2. Then when I searched for software update it shows an update available: 1.54.709.12 (233 MB). But when I download it and try to install, it says "We have determined that your phone may be running a modified version of its system software. For your protection, we cannot update your phone. Please revert your phone to the official HTC system software to update your phone. If you did not modify your system software or would like help reverting your system, please contact us via the support section at www . htc . com"
I saw the bootloader and its locked and cheked if its rooted using rootchecker and its not.
I would prefer not to root my mobile.
I want to update to marshmallow and I am unable to do it
Following are some details:
Current SW:
Android Ver# 4.4.2 (Sense 6)
SW no. 1.54.709.4
HTC SDK API level: 6.17
Baseband version: 1.15.2133156.UA14G_20.18n.4096.05L
Build no. 1.54.709.4 CL325784 release-keys
Bootloader:
***Locked***
M8_UL PVT SHIP S-OFF
CID-11111111
HBOOT-3.16.0.0000
RADIO-1.15.2133156.UA14G
OpenDSP-v38.2.2-00542-M8974.0311
OS-1.54.709.4
eMMC-boot 2048MB
Mar 21 2014,23:56:47.3
Please help.......and thank you in advance.
That's usually means the MID is wrong for the software region that you have.
As yours is a S-Off device, I would say it is easy to fix it.
First thing .. we need to know what the MID is. Run this command - fastboot getvar mid
If you need the driver & tools for this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64926362&postcount=4
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That's usually means the MID is wrong for the software region that you have.
As yours is a S-Off device, I would say it is easy to fix it.
First thing .. we need to know what the MID is. Run this command - fastboot getvar mid
If you need the driver & tools for this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64926362&postcount=4
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Thank you very much for such quick reply.
I ran the command and it gave me
mid: 0P6B10000
I am from India and I want to get OTA updates in future.
Your MID is a EU MID
You can change it to India MID if you want to but it's a bit complicated for you I guess as it will involve change of MID, you may need to unlock bootloader & etc but it's not difficult.
Anyway .. for a start, make it totally EU version by flashing a Marshmallow EU RUU .. you don't need to unlock bootloader and you don't need to change MID. You will still can receive OTA if there is one but I think there will be no more OTA updates as M8 is already on its EOL (means no more HTC further support)
What you need to do :
option 1 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64926626&postcount=6
option 2 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66271711&postcount=4
either one should be fine for your device.
ckpv5 said:
Your MID is a EU MID
You can change it to India MID if you want to but it's a bit complicated for you I guess as it will involve change of MID, you may need to unlock bootloader & etc but it's not difficult.
Anyway .. for a start, make it totally EU version by flashing a Marshmallow EU RUU .. you don't need to unlock bootloader and you don't need to change MID. You will still can receive OTA if there is one but I think there will be no more OTA updates as M8 is already on its EOL (means no more HTC further support)
What you need to do :
option 1 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64926626&postcount=6
option 2 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66271711&postcount=4
either one should be fine for your device.
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Thanks.....I am downloading the RUU zip and let you know what happens next.
By the way, will I have any issues networks or wifi or any other thing as it EU rom and I am in India
i have a question about updating bootloader 3.16 to 3.19 ? i keep trying to inatall cm13.0-20160408 but it keeps telling my it needs a higher bootloader where to find / install/flash
manasdb said:
By the way, will I have any issues networks or wifi or any other thing as it EU rom and I am in India
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I don't think there will be issue as we notice most custom ROMs are based on EU ROM and many users from India are using them.
ckpv5 said:
I don't think there will be issue as we notice most custom ROMs are based on EU ROM and many users from India are using them.
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Thanks.....I followed the procedure and installed it and its working fine.:good:
somungho said:
i have a question about updating bootloader 3.16 to 3.19 ? i keep trying to inatall cm13.0-20160408 but it keeps telling my it needs a higher bootloader where to find / install/flash
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I'd recommend updating all the firmware (which in addition to hboot also includes radio, WiFi, Bluetooth, and a lot of other important modules) not just hboot. Being on hboot 3.16 means all your firmware is outdated, as in 2 years old. Updating to current firmware is best for compatibility with current ROMs.
You can either update by RUU (as discussed above) if available for your version. Or return to stock ROM and recovery, and update OTA (which will update the firmware). But we'd need to know more specifics about your device, to give more detailed direction. Do fastboot getvar all, and post the results (delete IMEI and serial number before posting).
I have the same problem with my htc m9. I cannot do these processes as I am not a professional and don't have a computer .I have a doubt ,If it is the problem with region ,Why can't we simply changes the region by turbo VPN and try to update the Android version
mpAsifMP said:
I have the same problem with my htc m9. I cannot do these processes as I am not a professional and don't have a computer .I have a doubt ,If it is the problem with region ,Why can't we simply changes the region by turbo VPN and try to update the Android version
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You can't do that, since for HTC devices the region has little or nothing to do with spoofing where your phone is located (with VPN, etc.). The model ID (MID) and carrier ID (CID) are encoded into the phone. You typically can't change this on HTC devices, unless you have s-off. But further advice would be specific to the M9, and you should either search or post the M9 device forum. Following advice for a different device (this is for M8) is dangerous and can damage your phone!
Hi ,
I have HTC 10 Europe with rom version 1.95.401.4
I tring to flash on my HTC 10 another firmware ,stock U.S firmware from HTC sources,(just want to get most updates fast)
I have been noticed that i can not change firmware beetween regions .
There is way to flash U.S Unlocked/Developer firmware on my device?
if so how can i do that ?
Thanks
Search for the de-branding thread for instructions. Need to purchase s-off for 25$ to do it.
Basically you need to be S-OFF. That is the only way to do it, even then it can be a pain in the ass. If the reason you're doing it is to try and update to Nougat, you're better off just waiting for it tbh. The ROMS for US will be specific for the carriers and types of radios they use over there. Europe will have differences and it may create problems for you (unless you are already in the US and for some reason aquired a non-US phone). There may even be small hardware diffferences between model numbers (US is 2PS65000 I believe, Europe is 2PS620000). I am S-OFF, fully stock, de-branded, unlocked, and have HTC WWE CID (HTC__001) after changing it from my carrier previously (H3G__001).
It also goes without saying, US doesnt always get updates first.
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Basically you need to be S-OFF. That is the only way to do it, even then it can be a pain in the ass. If the reason you're doing it is to try and update to Nougat, you're better off just waiting for it tbh. The ROMS for US will be specific for the carriers and types of radios they use over there. Europe will have differences and it may create problems for you (unless you are already in the US and for some reason aquired a non-US phone). There may even be small hardware diffferences between model numbers (US is 2PS65000 I believe, Europe is 2PS620000). I am S-OFF, fully stock, de-branded, unlocked, and have HTC WWE CID (HTC__001) after changing it from my carrier previously (H3G__001).
It also goes without saying, US doesnt always get updates first.
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Thanks for the answer.
Thoght it will be easy .
I will wait for the offical update ....
Hi Guys (and girls, not sexist)
I am currently running Viper ROM 4.3.1 with Firmware: 1.90.401.5 on International 10. I want to update to the latest firmware but I really don't want to do it via S-OFF. As I understand it the international RUU's havn't been released yet so is there any other way to get the latest firmware via RUU? Is it possible to flash the US Unlocked/DEV firmware or will it not work with GSM handsets?
Any help is appreciated.....
Thanks
AFAIK if you are s-on you can only flash signed firmware that matches your CID. The firmware.zip for the US unlocked model won't match and if you try to flash it you'll get an error message.
kempshott said:
AFAIK if you are s-on you can only flash signed firmware that matches your CID. The firmware.zip for the US unlocked model won't match and if you try to flash it you'll get an error message.
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It would work if he s-offs and changes his CID, but the unlocked/dev firmware isn't quite compatible with his phone. There would be issues such as with the radio bands; he wouldn't be getting 4G LTE since he's on the "international" htc 10.
Too bad as of now there isn't any international RUU's for versions greater than Marshmallow.
Orch4rd said:
It would work if he s-offs and changes his CID, but the unlocked/dev firmware isn't quite compatible with his phone. There would be issues such as with the radio bands; he wouldn't be getting 4G LTE since he's on the "international" htc 10.
Too bad as of now there isn't any international RUU's for versions greater than Marshmallow.
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First of all this topic is from December 2016, i have no doubt that he is on a newer Android version than he posted by now.
And there are wwe Nougat RUU files available.