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bought a z play on ebay, what to check for?

it was advertised as a new (open box) non-verizon model. i just want to make sure it's as advertised. thanks

Check time imei number it will tell you iff it was locked to any carrier

ihatelolcats said:
it was advertised as a new (open box) non-verizon model. i just want to make sure it's as advertised. thanks
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Check for model number.
All models begin with the ID prefix XT1635
-01 is the Verizon Bootloader Locked Variant
-02 is the Internat. GSM Unlocked Variant
-03 is the Chinese retcn variant
-02/-03 both have unlocked bootloaders; however, on -03 you will not receive OTAs (at least as what I've heard).
If you do purchase an -03, definitely flash a custom ROM. There's a thread detailing how to enable basebands on all models- I'd check it out if you're anywhere but China as the -03 variant is missing a ton of bands for use in the US (or Europe, for that matter).

sam00561 said:
Check time imei number it will tell you iff it was locked to any carrier
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how do i check it? i do have the -02 type

ihatelolcats said:
how do i check it? i do have the -02 type
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The -02 variant is unlocked.

negusp said:
The -02 variant is unlocked.
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oh, ok. i understand now. thanks! phone seems great so far

Bootloader Unlock on Dual Sim variants

Hi all,
I am contemplating purchasing a G7 because it ticks all the right boxes but I need dual sim limiting me to the EMW & EAW variants. Given the track record of the G6, is there any chance I will be able to unlock the bootloader in the future?

We should create and sign a petition to LG for all variants to be bootloader unlocked, otherwise LG would be on par with Samsung in sales. I'm ordering an US unlocked variant (G710ULM) to India. We know the launch date was 11th July 2018 in USA, but to present, no sign of bootloader unlock except EU variants .

Only europe version is unlocked for now...
Havent seen an international version on the recent phones that have been unlocked...

Does anyone know if someone is working on a bootloader unlock/root for other models?

I know the EM can be rooted, but is someone working on a bootloader unlock for the other G7 models?

I got in touch with TMobile to see if their version would be bootloader unlockable. They gave me the run around, told me to contact LG who hasn't responded. One thing I did manage to get out of TMobile was a firm denial that they requested the device remain locked its likely apathy on the part of LG holding us back at this point. ?I haven't dug into mine yet because I have more interesting unlocked devices to work on

Giving that the only European models can be unlocked most likely not but maybe a bug in the future.

Have saw a AWM model which flash to EM model and get its bootloader unlocked on a second hand trading website in China. The seller said he flash the EM firmware and change the IMEI in order to unlock his phone "officially"

I'm eagerly waiting for the US unlocked G710ULM. If this variant is unlocked, why didn't LG unlocked bootloader?, it's been almost 4 months of no news from LG. .Why giving special status to unlocked European models , since LG V30? If that's the case then LG G6 US997 could be the last US model enjoying root?

someone have found a way to root g7 hong kong variant yesterday on bbs forum

Ellcid01 said:
someone have found a way to root g7 hong kong variant yesterday on bbs forum
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Do you have a link to that BBS forum?
Thanks,

joeminati said:
Do you have a link to that BBS forum?
Thanks,
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http://bbs.gfan.com/android-9524461-1-1.html its chinese site

The difference between the variants? XT1710-01

I can't seem to find which XT1710 variant is going to be the US unlocked version that supports all major carriers in the US. I believe it is the XT1710-01, Verizon is XT1710-02, International GSM is XT1710-06. Is this correct? I am wanting to buy a Z2 Play but I want the unlocked USA version that I can use with Verizon but also have unlockable bootloader ( so not the XT1710-02 ), so I'm thinking XT1710-01 is the one I want. Thanks

Knuxyl said:
I can't seem to find which XT1710 variant is going to be the US unlocked version that supports all major carriers in the US. I believe it is the XT1710-01, Verizon is XT1710-02, International GSM is XT1710-06. Is this correct? I am wanting to buy a Z2 Play but I want the unlocked USA version that I can use with Verizon but also have unlockable bootloader ( so not the XT1710-02 ), so I'm thinking XT1710-01 is the one I want. Thanks
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You are correct. I have that same model. You have to be careful altering it from stock though. I lost my IMEI and have been unable to get it back. I wish I could tell you how to avoid my mistake.

Are all g9600/g9650 bootloader unlocked?

I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?

Extreemator said:
I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?
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I had to come back and answer this one
The latin Am is unlockable bootloader ATT and T mobile are Not Unlockable

Extreemator said:
I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?
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yes. the only S9s that have locked bootloaders are the USA variants. I do believe tho that the 9650s are GSM only tho despite having the snapdragon processor

Youdoofus said:
yes. the only S9s that have locked bootloaders are the USA variants. I do believe tho that the 9650s are GSM only tho despite having the snapdragon processor
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No I got a bunch of buddies with the 9650 on verizon too They work on both

TheMadScientist said:
No I got a bunch of buddies with the 9650 on verizon too They work on both
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Right on. I wasn't sure about that, thanks for letting me know!