Dear everybody,
Currently I am using a LG G5 (H850 EU) which is really great for root. Unfortunately due to a display issue and lack of good quality spare parts on the worldwide online market I am looking for a new phone. Important to me among others:
- Easy to root
- Ultra-wide cam
- MicroSD Card
That's why I am considering the LG G7 ThinQ. However, it seems quite a big hassle to get root on the LG G7 ThinQ when I read the forums here at XDA. Furthermore, J0SH1X announced to stop developing TWRP for LG G7 (here). This leads me to the question if the G7 is still worth buying if root is important? My fear is Android 9, which could be problematic without any new TWRP.
Would it better buying a V30 which looks also great instead of the G7? What are your thoughts?
Thank you for any advise.
Best wishes,
Alex
DavidFlint said:
Dear everybody,
Currently I am using a LG G5 (H850 EU) which is really great for root. Unfortunately due to a display issue and lack of good quality spare parts on the worldwide online market I am looking for a new phone. Important to me among others:
- Easy to root
- Ultra-wide cam
- MicroSD Card
That's why I am considering the LG G7 ThinQ. However, it seems quite a big hassle to get root on the LG G7 ThinQ when I read the forums here at XDA. Furthermore, J0SH1X announced to stop developing TWRP for LG G7 (here). This leads me to the question if the G7 is still worth buying if root is important? My fear is Android 9, which could be problematic without any new TWRP.
Would it better buying a V30 which looks also great instead of the G7? What are your thoughts?
Thank you for any advise.
Best wishes,
Alex
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It depends on what model is it? Look for the European model (lmg710ea) because thats the only one that can be unlocked rn (eaw and others have locked bootloaders). And j0sh1x actually didnt quit. He got Android Pie working on the g7 and we got resistant twrp too.
DavidFlint said:
Dear everybody,
Currently I am using a LG G5 (H850 EU) which is really great for root. Unfortunately due to a display issue and lack of good quality spare parts on the worldwide online market I am looking for a new phone. Important to me among others:
- Easy to root
- Ultra-wide cam
- MicroSD Card
That's why I am considering the LG G7 ThinQ. However, it seems quite a big hassle to get root on the LG G7 ThinQ when I read the forums here at XDA. Furthermore, J0SH1X announced to stop developing TWRP for LG G7 (here). This leads me to the question if the G7 is still worth buying if root is important? My fear is Android 9, which could be problematic without any new TWRP.
Would it better buying a V30 which looks also great instead of the G7? What are your thoughts?
Thank you for any advise.
Best wishes,
Alex
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In my opinion the G7 is working very well.
Rooting is relatively easy for the EU model (see the dedicated thread).
I am missing a bit the TWRP for the stock firmware (that is more than enough for me) and I fear we will not get it soon if ever.
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Hi guys.
I'm planning to get the G3 Stylus (the downgraded one from the original G3, correct?) , and I need someone to point out to me the OFFICIAL Cyanogen for G3 Stylus. Is there such a thing or do I just use the one for the original G3 (IF there is one)?
I can't find the official build for any G3 variants in the CM website, by the way.
Thank you for your time.
MarlonKaye said:
Hi guys.
I'm planning to get the G3 Stylus (the downgraded one from the original G3, correct?) , and I need someone to point out to me the OFFICIAL Cyanogen for G3 Stylus. Is there such a thing or do I just use the one for the original G3 (IF there is one)?
I can't find the official build for any G3 variants in the CM website, by the way.
Thank you for your time.
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Go to Settings > About Phone > Model Name
Tell me what that says.
Edit:
Realized that you do not have the phone. I only wanted that to make it easier to search for.
Couldn't find anything on the cyanogenmod website or anywhere else really, but I'll keep my eyes peeled.
Thanks Struthers , my brother is suggesting the original G3, the pricier one. It's specs are better, correct? If money is no object, would you recommend it over G3 Stylus?
My brother's contract with the telecom company entitles him to
1. A FREE G3 Stylus or
2. The original G3 (which you are currently using, right?) at HALF the price.
If you were me, which would you choose among the two?
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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rogconnect said:
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.
techlogik said:
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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rogconnect said:
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
zohar_ml said:
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.
spartan268 said:
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
Sent from my LG-815
Also all of the roms barely has any difference from stock
Hally79 said:
Im sat here with my bootloader unlocked,rooted and TWRP installed...happy days. Keeping a close eye on the CM 12.1 unofficial thread
Sent from my LG-815
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Great, helpful comment.
Thanks for sharing!
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.
Sent from my H815 using Tapatalk
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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Kye2000 said:
G5 imo
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novastar1 said:
Pay the extra $50
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Care to explain please?
MickyFoley said:
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.
ObiDanKenobi said:
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.
tge101 said:
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
Hi, I have LG G4 Beat and I would like to root it.
I have heard of KingRoot/KingoRoot, is that the same thing? Is it safe to use? I read they are shady, is that true? On KingoRoot site, LG G4 Beat is not on the supported devices list but they say this: " Please note that this list is incomplete. "NOT LISTED" does not necessarily mean "NOT SUPPORTED"."
Is it dangerous to try? Will it work? Is there a better and safer way to root my LG G4 Beat device that will work for sure?
Sorry to say.... ever though the moniker is similar, the g4 beat is a vastly different model to the G4
So no one will be able to tell you if it works unless they've tried it on a g4 beat before
novastar1 said:
Sorry to say.... ever though the moniker is similar, the g4 beat is a vastly different model to the G4
So no one will be able to tell you if it works unless they've tried it on a g4 beat before
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That makes sense, that's why I said [LG G4 Beat] and I posted it here because there isn't a G4 Beat forum.
But can you tell me about Kingroot? Are they indeed shady? Is it safe to root using their application? Are they reliable? I am pretty new to that stuff and if this proccess can be automated then that would be really nice.
Go this thread on first page read th entire thread u will know the pros and cons hit like if it helps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/lg-g4s-world-root-lg-devices-t3231759/page14
Hello everyone! I need advice. Please help me!
I'm considering buying a second-hand LG G3. The phone will be used for calls, photos and reading of documents (mostly offline). What are the most common problems and defects I need to be careful when looking and picking a phone? And another question - are there any problems or defects in the LG G3 that later have found a solution in the LG G4 – should I prefer LG G4?
render1967 said:
Hello everyone! I need advice. Please help me!
I'm considering buying a second-hand LG G3. The phone will be used for calls, photos and reading of documents (mostly offline). What are the most common problems and defects I need to be careful when looking and picking a phone? And another question - are there any problems or defects in the LG G3 that later have found a solution in the LG G4 – should I prefer LG G4?
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Lg g3 too old . Cellphone new bigger than old. Why you have an idea to buy an old cellphone? In my opinion. Cheap Android device is table, have good function to do work better.
People buy what they want to buy. Old or new, doesn't matter.
I am on my third G3. This one I got via Amazon, a supposedly like-new model. It is perfect in almost every way. I lucked out because it was immaculate and every part of it works.
Being a fan of older ROMs I have to have the G3. Not my only device but continues to be my main driver.
LG G3 D851, AOSPA-L ROM, Nebula Rev9.3 Kernel, microG (NoGapps), MultiROM, XDA Legacy