Hey guys
I bought a g7 play xt1952-1 phone from tecobuy (it all came packaged like a brand new phone)
The firmware is showing version ppy29. 105-57
The software channel is showing reteu, hardware version pvbt (is that hardware version correct?)
When I run software update check it shows its up to date with march update..however when I check some of the firmware sites they list newer firmware.
Can anyone confirm what the latest firmware is?or how do I check which reteu region is my firmware ? (like which reteu country)
Or can I download the other reteu firmware and flash it without unlocking the boot loader??
ive discovered my cid when running the fastboot command is cid 32
all the other firmware available...is usually cid50..
anyone know what region cid32 is supposed to be? this phone is supposed to be international/eu?
also when i ran the lenovo recovery software (lenovo smart assist)for the phone...it downloaded the CID50 firmware and i tried or did install that one..however when i still check using fastboot it still showing cid32..
and whats the difference between cid32 and cid50?
could cid32 be the demo display model?
redavenger said:
also when i ran the lenovo recovery software (lenovo smart assist)for the phone...it downloaded the CID50 firmware and i tried or did install that one..however when i still check using fastboot it still showing cid32..
and whats the difference between cid32 and cid50?
could cid32 be the demo display model?
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It appears that the latest firmware build for your variant of the xt1952-1, RETEU, is PPY29.105-134 (cid50) which would have a security patch level of June 1st. You can download the latest firmware build from this repo of official stock moto firmwares.
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/channel/official/RETEU/
Don't give a lot of thought to the cid nomenclature. If your device is the RETEU xt1952-1, the link above will definitely provide you with the latest, correct build for your device. Of course, you may install this firmware with a locked or unlocked bootloader. If your bootloader is unlocked, installing the latest firmware via fastboot will not relock it.
The best I can recall, cid32 indicates a factory installed, initial "out-of-the-box" build. But again, do not give much thought to this. Regardless of your exact geographical location, the latest build of PPY29.105-134_cid50 for the RETEU xt1952-1 is the correct build for your phone.
yeah the phone did get flashed with the cid50 rom..with a locked bootloader...its all working correctly.
only thing i can put the cid32 version down to is that it could be a south eastern european version...as the instructions in the box are for romania/slovakia/hungary/bulgaria
so could cid32...be referring to the retail eu version for that region?
also it would be good if i can get my hands on the cid32 firmware version.
redavenger said:
yeah the phone did get flashed with the cid50 rom..with a locked bootloader...its all working correctly.
only thing i can put the cid32 version down to is that it could be a south eastern european version...as the instructions in the box are for romania/slovakia/hungary/bulgaria
so could cid32...be referring to the retail eu version for that region?
also it would be good if i can get my hands on the cid32 firmware version.
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I agree that it's possible, but not a practice traditionally implemented by Motorola in the past. Anyway glad everything worked out for you mate. I'll dig a little further into the cid32 just out of curiosity and see what I can find on my end.
yeah if you could find out what the cid32 means that would be great...and if you could get your hands on the cid32 firmware too?
redavenger said:
yeah if you could find out what the cid32 means that would be great...and if you could get your hands on the cid32 firmware too?
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The cid value is 100% insignificant when it comes to ascertaining the correct build. With Motorola smartphones, the two factors which matter are the model number (almost always beginning with "XT") and the firmware channel (e.g. RETEU, RETAIL, AMZ, SPRINT, etc.). As long as these match your getvar values, then you have the correct build. With the cid nomenclature, a lower number doesn't necessarily indicate an older build. In other words, there are scenarios whereas a cid32 value can be a newer build than a firmware package with a cid50 value. I chatted with Lenovo tech support on this. I hope this info helps.
If you are searching for the newest build for your device with a cid32 value, versus the cid50, it does not appear that such a build exists. Lenovo is not aware of any such build and my search within Motorola firmwares repos didn't turn up anything. All info indicates that you are running the correct build for your device.
yeah its a funny thing though..the phone came with cid32 firmware build...dated for march 2019...so already it was running outdated firmware out of the box..and it didn't pick up any OTA updates either..
when i tried flashing via lenovo smart assist program..it downloaded the current cid50 reteu firmware...the program did try to flash it..and it said it was successful...but it wasn't because it was still running the march 2019 updates...anyway i used fastboot commands to install the firmware..
thats why i am very curious as to why the phone is still set as a cid32? and why didnt it just switch to cid50 when i tried using the lenovo smart assist program.
somebody at lenovo should know what the cid32 means.
redavenger said:
yeah its a funny thing though..the phone came with cid32 firmware build...dated for march 2019...so already it was running outdated firmware out of the box..and it didn't pick up any OTA updates either..
when i tried flashing via lenovo smart assist program..it downloaded the current cid50 reteu firmware...the program did try to flash it..and it said it was successful...but it wasn't because it was still running the march 2019 updates...anyway i used fastboot commands to install the firmware..
thats why i am very curious as to why the phone is still set as a cid32? and why didnt it just switch to cid50 when i tried using the lenovo smart assist program.
somebody at lenovo should know what the cid32 means.
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I have a Moto E 2015 (2nd Gen) and a Moto G 2013 (1st Gen) which are both untouched and in out-of-the box states. A fastboot getvar command on both returns a cid32 value. I should also mention that both of these devices are US variants (the Moto E is a Sprint variant (Boost Mobile), while the Moto G is a GSM unlocked retail). This would lead me to believe that the cid32 value is indicative of an undistributed, out-of-the-box firmware build that was installed at the factory by the OEM. (Both of these devices use cid50 firmware packages which have been officially released.) I, too, would think that a Lenovo employee would know the meanings of the various cid values. The two I've chatted with -- both from tech support -- either do not know or will not say. (I should note that Lenovo and Motorola Mobility are known for classifying certain firmware information as classified. I ran into a brick wall a couple years back while attempting to get more information on the public release of certain blankflash files used to restore hard bricked Moto devices via EDL (qload) mode. Motorola maintained the position that any blankflash files available to the public had been leaked and not officially or unofficially released. Motorola stated that they do not release blankflash files under any circumstances for security reasons).
I have researched this some more on various Moto device forums here on XDA. It appears that the cid value within firmware package names is indicative of regional differences in the radio firmware files only (with Moto firmware packages, the radio firmware typically encompasses both the NON-HLOS.bin and the fsg.mbn files). In other words, take two firmware packages, one with a cid32 value and the other with cid50, but otherwise everything is the same. From what I've gathered, the only difference between the two packages would be the radio firmware builds.l, Many firmware packages use a "universal" radio firmware build. For example, my two Moto devices that I mentioned previously will run perfectly fine on cid50 firmware, although they shipped with cid32. In your case, it appears that the circumstances are the same. If you are having no signal or data connection issues, then the cid50 package on your device is perhaps a "catch-all" radio firmware type. In any event, so long as you aren't having any type of adverse signal issues or data connectivity problems, the cid50 radio firmware running on your device now is fully compatible and correct in type. But, please keep in mind that I'm going on research and personal experience with Moto brand devices. My theory on the cid value could be completely wrong, so please do not quote me on fact. I hope the info helps some.
interesting viva......it makes the whole cid32 value quite interesting.
my g7 play version with cid32 value is or was a bulgaria/romanian shipped version...so if your phones were us variants with cid32 value then yes it probably doesn't mean a regional area, but like you mentioned possibly some kind of a "undistributed, out-of-the-box firmware build that was installed at the factory"...still it would very interesting to know why some phones come with cid32 and others cid50.
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interesting viva......it makes the whole cid32 value quite interesting.
my g7 play version with cid32 value is or was a bulgaria/romanian shipped version...so if your phones were us variants with cid32 value then yes it probably doesn't mean a regional area, but like you mentioned possibly some kind of a "undistributed, out-of-the-box firmware build that was installed at the factory"...still it would very interesting to know why some phones come with cid32 and others cid50.
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Yeah, quite perplexing, and a topic of which your original post has made me curious. I am still researching the cid values and will post any info I come across.
out of curiosity the devices you had, were they bought through official channels? or through 3rd party shops...especially the retail phone you bought.
i'm thinking maybe the cid32 value could mean a oem phone which is to be sold to or via 3rd party channels? like a re-seller? for example i got my g7 play via tecobuy, which is one those re-sellers and not a official supplier...so that way motorola doesn't provide a warranty, but it has to go back to the re-seller?
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out of curiosity the devices you had, were they bought through official channels? or through 3rd party shops...especially the retail phone you bought.
i'm thinking maybe the cid32 value could mean a oem phone which is to be sold to or via 3rd party channels? like a re-seller? for example i got my g7 play via tecobuy, which is one those re-sellers and not a official supplier...so that way motorola doesn't provide a warranty, but it has to go back to the re-seller?
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My Moto G was purchased directly from Motorola, while my Moto E was purchased from Best Buy.
i guess that throws my theory out the window
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i guess that throws my theory out the window
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Not necessarily. Best Buy is a first tier retailer that receives preferential treatment from most suppliers. Joe's Discount Phones and Vape located in the back of the 24 hour convenience store (or a trailer) is another story.
That said, I agree cid is meaningless from a consumer/modder perspective.
i think i have another theory what the cid32 might mean.
i think it could mean that its not to receive any updates?
for example when i flashed the phone using LMSA...it downloaded the reteu cid50 version....however the phone still shows cid32...anyway forward a month and there is a new software update version 105-134-2, however the phone doesnt pick it up when using the update check on the phone...
however using LMSA..its downloading this newer version.
anyway could this cid32 mean that its a restricted phone which isnt supposed to get OTA updates?
hey , i found this one in a lenovo forum
it seems to be the cid32 & cid50 versions just mean a retail device
https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer/Moto-g7-play-firmware-version/td-p/4507434
maybe it helps to answer your question
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hey , i found this one in a lenovo forum
it seems to be the cid32 & cid50 versions just mean a retail device
https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer/Moto-g7-play-firmware-version/td-p/4507434
maybe it helps to answer your question
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Cool. That makes sense. I recently ran across a scenario where a firmware package with a cid32 tag was installed to a Moto G3 which showed cid50 tag via fastboot getvar all. Even after the fastboot installation of the firmware, the cid50 tag showing on the device did not change.
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Sorry for the dumb Question but can i install the bnd-l21 on the bnd-al10 version?
Firmware bnd-l21 on bnd-al10 band?
Have the same thing going here. Have you figured out what's the deal with that? Ive went on a 2 day Google hunt and kinda gave up. If you have learned anything about it, please clue me in. Thank you.
I purchased an honor 7x from geekbuying and it was the bnd al10 phone but it is running the bnd l21 firmware so it must be possible. My concern is now around getting updates for the firmware as I haven't had any OTA updates whatsoever since purchasing the phone in December. I'm in the UK by the way.
I bought it from Amazon.in, but since no update after buy, still on B101, please help , model: BND-AL10
IN my device its written BND- AL10 as model, but here why telling as L-21/L-22 /L-34 whats the relation
My config: Honor 7X, Ram 4GB, Rom: 32 GB
Has anybody tried to stuff an updated AL10 or L21 software on this from the Firmware Finder APP? I have the same thing, L21***B101 inside an AL10 device. No effin' update whatsoever since crap knows when.
Looks like you guys need to get in touch with huawei/honor website(hihonors). Let them know the software's wrong for your model. Maybe they can look up your model by serial no.
reggjoo said:
Looks like you guys need to get in touch with huawei/honor website(hihonors). Let them know the software's wrong for your model. Maybe they can look up your model by serial no.
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I already posted there long ago and not a single response was produced.
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I also purchased the BND-L21 from China (Aliexpress) (says AL10 on tag but L21 internal) and no updates. I asked Aliexpress about the difference between AL10 and L21. They said they converted my phone from the AL10, Chinese version to the L21 international version so I guess they're identical. I contacted Huawei and they said I would be getting an update over the next couple months and to check for it every few days. Even though I've only had the phone a short time, I'm very impatient to get the update. Does anyone know where to manually get it?
Full firmware is not available from my knowledge
DavidDERssj said:
Sorry for the dumb Question but can i install the bnd-l21 on the bnd-al10 version?
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I think that the full firmware is not still available to download for Honor 7X (I saw many guys complaining about it in the community). If the full firmware is available it will be possible to flash your device.
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I also purchased the BND-L21 from China (Aliexpress) (says AL10 on tag but L21 internal) and no updates. I asked Aliexpress about the difference between AL10 and L21. They said they converted my phone from the AL10, Chinese version to the L21 international version so I guess they're identical. I contacted Huawei and they said I would be getting an update over the next couple months and to check for it every few days. Even though I've only had the phone a short time, I'm very impatient to get the update. Does anyone know where to manually get it?
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On the contrary, I contacted Huawei support and they told me that the seller altered the software. They said that the seller installed a custom-ROM on my phone that's why it's not getting an update. The AL-10 model is only for China. I'm finding it hard to believe though. That the seller will alter this software.
What about your phone packet?
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On the contrary, I contacted Huawei support and they told me that the seller altered the software. They said that the seller installed a custom-ROM on my phone that's why it's not getting an update. The AL-10 model is only for China. I'm finding it hard to believe though. That the seller will alter this software.
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Was the packet opened when you got the device in hand?
Yes
Yes, my phone package had been opened. I asked Aliexpress about that and they said they needed to do that to replace the A10 (chinese) version with the L21 (international) version.
I found a site online where I can get the files to do a manual update. They won't let me post the link here (yet). If I don't get an automatic update within the next week or two I may go ahead with this. I really want the gyroscope to work!
gmlamb said:
I found a site online where I can get the files to do a manual update. They won't let me post the link here (yet). If I don't get an automatic update within the next week or two I may go ahead with this. I really want the gyroscope to work!
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Did you tried it already?
Also, I was playing with huawei firmaware finder app. And found Oreo update there but checksum wont match. But when I changed phone version to some other AL-10 it said checksum matches phone. Is it safe to proceed? Did anyone tried that?
JIVeer said:
Did you tried it already?
Also, I was playing with huawei firmaware finder app. And found Oreo update there but checksum wont match. But when I changed phone version to some other AL-10 it said checksum matches phone. Is it safe to proceed? Did anyone tried that?
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Whag Happend at the end? Did you fix your phone?
Hello,
I wonder what the difference between Retail, Retus or Reteu etc Fastboot firmwares is.
I'm from Europe myself, but I think I flashed us firmware since it was the most recent one the time I updated, where is the difference?
It's the same system and has same languages as far as I know.
Also what exactly is Retail then? Is it kind of a general version? Can I also use that?
Most likely radio frequencies as some countries use different frequencies for 3g/4g
Also maybe things like call recording as in some countries its legal and others it isn't
But who knows unless you break it down and compare
TheFixItMan said:
Most likely radio frequencies as some countries use different frequencies for 3g/4g
Also maybe things like call recording as in some countries its legal and others it isn't
But who knows unless you break it down and compare
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And what is Retail then ? -I mean firmware titled as "Retail" instead of "Reteu" or "Retus"
Ive seen it while looking for newest firmware https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/cedric/official/
G5-User7080 said:
And what is Retail then ? -I mean firmware titled as "Retail" instead of "Reteu" or "Retus"
Ive seen it while looking for newest firmware https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/cedric/official/
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Again unless you do a firmware breakdown and analysise the difference I can only guess its a generic firmware that has all radio frequencies
Thank you!
I got my new unlocked G7 from ebay. I cannot get any over-the-air software update. I am using it in T-Mobile have no problem of using wi-fi calling, and HD calling.
Its software version is still G710ULM11g, Security patch level is Nov 1, 2018.
The Hardware info: Model number: LM-G710ULM, but the S/N displays nothing in it.
Any suggestion how to upgrade the software?
You need to upgrade manually.your phone most likely was sprint and the seller flashed with ulm software thats why you cannot update ota.
Use this procedure on this thead
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g7-thinq/how-to/cross-flash-oreo-pie-firmwares-lg-g7-g7-t3915303
And flash pie ulm.
ccheung said:
I got my new unlocked G7 from ebay. I cannot get any over-the-air software update. I am using it in T-Mobile have no problem of using wi-fi calling, and HD calling.
Its software version is still G710ULM11g, Security patch level is Nov 1, 2018.
The Hardware info: Model number: LM-G710ULM, but the S/N displays nothing in it.
Any suggestion how to upgrade the software?
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No S/N, Its a cross flashed variant. Flash manually. But if you wanna fix S/N you have to send it to LG authorized service center:fingers-crossed:
You can use your IMEI to get the right firmware. https://lg-firmwares.com/series/lg-g7-thinq/ search here. Flash it manually using lg up
ccheung said:
I got my new unlocked G7 from ebay. I cannot get any over-the-air software update. I am using it in T-Mobile have no problem of using wi-fi calling, and HD calling.
Its software version is still G710ULM11g, Security patch level is Nov 1, 2018.
The Hardware info: Model number: LM-G710ULM, but the S/N displays nothing in it.
Any suggestion how to upgrade the software?
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Like the others have said, more than likely it was a Sprint phone (g710PM) flashed to a g710ULM. Go to IMEIPro or a similar IMEI checking site, enter your IMEI, and most likely it'll say g710PM. Literally just went thru this 2 days ago with a phone from Ebay, but I'm sending the phone back. Seller never disclosed it and I don't want to bother with some of the potential issues/shortcomings. Like they also said, you should be able to flash other roms on it, but be aware that future over the air updates are not going to happen, and others have had varying levels of success with getting Google Pay to work on the phone. This might be no big deal, but just putting it out there. Good luck dude.
glock22c said:
Like the others have said, more than likely it was a Sprint phone (g710PM) flashed to a g710ULM. Go to IMEIPro or a similar IMEI checking site, enter your IMEI, and most likely it'll say g710PM. Literally just went thru this 2 days ago with a phone from Ebay, but I'm sending the phone back. Seller never disclosed it and I don't want to bother with some of the potential issues/shortcomings. Like they also said, you should be able to flash other roms on it, but be aware that future over the air updates are not going to happen, and others have had varying levels of success with getting Google Pay to work on the phone. This might be no big deal, but just putting it out there. Good luck dude.
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I am in the same boat as yours, got it from ebay said new ULM, it even has sticker with ULM marked on it. But now I checked, it is g710PM. Too bad its too late to return. Next time, I won't buy phone unlock in ebay.
coolrevi said:
No S/N, Its a cross flashed variant. Flash manually. But if you wanna fix S/N you have to send it to LG authorized service center:fingers-crossed:
You can use your IMEI to get the right firmware. https://lg-firmwares.com/series/lg-g7-thinq/ search here. Flash it manually using lg up
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I checked it original is g710PM. Can I just directly flash the latest ULM firmware on it?
Hi,
I also bought one of the PM to ULM crossflashed phones from eBay.
I managed to flash newest ULM firmware, but still have the missing S/N issue and the phone is not passing Safetynet CTS check. So I can‘t install Netflix on the phone.
Has anybody a solution to fix theses Issues? Manual flashing instead of OTA is no problem, but Safetynet sucks.
Malzmeier said:
Hi,
I also bought one of the PM to ULM cs phones from eBay.
I managed to flash newest ULM firmwa h 852
re, but still have the missing S/N issue and the phone is not passing Safetynet CTS check. So I can‘t install Netflix on the phone.
Has anybody a solution to fix theses Issues? Manual flashing instead of OTA is no problem, but Safetynet sucks.
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How did you flash the latest firmware and are there any side effects besides netflix?
Can you provide a link to the thread if there is one for flashing this.
ccheung said:
I checked it original is g710PM. Can I just directly flash the latest ULM firmware on it?
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imei.guru SUCKS they dont have my lm-g710ulm in their DB
coolrevi said:
No S/N, Its a cross flashed variant. Flash manually. But if you wanna fix S/N you have to send it to LG authorized service center:fingers-crossed:
You can use your IMEI to get the right firmware. https://lg-firmwares.com/series/lg-g7-thinq/ search here. Flash it manually using lg up
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I tried my IMEI its not in the DB 8(
I searched several different imei sites and didn't gain any success. The ulm I got was straight from a reputable distributor(sealed in box) as a carrier unlocked phone. I'm wanting to get back in to development after about 10 years hiatus.
I have however enabled "OEM unlock" in developer settings on the phone, so that's at least a good step forward.
Ok so guyz...
What is wrong with using the international g7 model uk Version[for G710EM]
on a g7-Ulm
Version 30c 9-12-2020 https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/23388/G710EM30b_00_0807
Version 30e 1-7-2021
LG G710EM | LG G7 ThinQ | Version: G710EM30c_00_1203 | Firmware for Region: O2U from UNITED KINGDOM - Lg-firmwares.com
LG G710EM Download the latest version of firmware | OS Version: Android 10 Q | Firmware version: G710EM30c_00_1203 | O2U - Fan club LG-firmwares
lg-firmwares.com
I’m sure if it hasn’t been done the custom rom builders can use this very nicely to build upon...
if flashing from pie I’m pretty sure it’d be best to flash the 2020 build first correct..
Lemme know your thoughts fellas
*I have no idea if bands need to be altered adjusted for it to work flawlessly on a ulm model
Or if the radio section of rom is even adjustable persayy...
**compare em here https://www.phonemore.com/compare/phones/lg-g7-thinq-g710ulm-vs-lg-g7-thinq-g710em/13430309
The tmobile g710TMP Roms are there also
KGO87 said:
Ok so guyz...
What is wrong with using the international g7 model uk Version[for G710EM]
on a g7-Ulm
Version 30c 9-12-2020 https://lg-firmwares.com/downloads-file/23388/G710EM30b_00_0807
Version 30e 1-7-2021
LG G710EM | LG G7 ThinQ | Version: G710EM30c_00_1203 | Firmware for Region: O2U from UNITED KINGDOM - Lg-firmwares.com
LG G710EM Download the latest version of firmware | OS Version: Android 10 Q | Firmware version: G710EM30c_00_1203 | O2U - Fan club LG-firmwares
lg-firmwares.com
I’m sure if it hasn’t been done the custom rom builders can use this very nicely to build upon...
if flashing from pie I’m pretty sure it’d be best to flash the 2020 build first correct..
Lemme know your thoughts fellas
*I have no idea if bands need to be altered adjusted for it to work flawlessly on a ulm model
Or if the radio section of rom is even adjustable persayy...
**compare em here https://www.phonemore.com/compare/phones/lg-g7-thinq-g710ulm-vs-lg-g7-thinq-g710em/13430309
The tmobile g710TMP Roms are there also
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Well---I went back to 20f because of WiFi calling. I had flashed the Canadian 30d (AWM)--worked very well everywhere but no WiFi calling. I live where there is little to no signal, so........
I would be interested if the EU rom has that......
debianmain1 said:
Well---I went back to 20f because of WiFi calling. I had flashed the Canadian 30d (AWM)--worked very well everywhere but no WiFi calling. I live where there is little to no signal, so........
I would be interested if the EU rom has that......
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No idea sorry . Do update if you can backup proper & try it tho
KGO87 said:
No idea sorry . Do update if you can backup proper & try it tho
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Well---I could backup the phone & try it.....Happy with the WiFi calling right now, so I'll wait a bit. Would REALLY like to see a ULM 10 upgrade though.......Most of the other models have already got it---why not this one?
did anyone ever figure out how these sellers have ‘new in box’ sealed box g7’s that have 710ULm barcode on the box and all
But are sprint g7 variants
Is this something lg did as a refurb type tactic themself and sent them out
Like sprint overstock and they dumped em off to resellers ....
im T-mobile G8 user and im frustrated that my phone still works on Android 10,when almost every carrier G8 phones received Android 11.
my question is,will ever my T-mobile G8 receive android 11?
thanks
BloodMist said:
im T-mobile G8 user and im frustrated that my phone still works on Android 10,when almost every carrier G8 phones received Android 11.
my question is,will ever my T-mobile G8 receive android 11?
thanks
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Every carrier? What? I know of 3 versions of a11 for the G8; 1) the korean Open 2) The Verizon version 3) The Canadian Open.
Hardly 'every carrier'. Updates are coming, slowly, and there is no guarantee any one individual carrier will update their software. That's an LG issue really, they have contracts with carriers with various stipulations that can affect say US Open version, which supposedly can't be updated unless all the other carriers update theirs first. It's complicated.
Call t-mobile, they can tell you when / if an update will be available. And of course, there's always the issue of what you've done to your phone. If you do something like unlock the bootloader, you won't get an update even if there is one.
cheers
AsItLies said:
Every carrier? What? I know of 3 versions of a11 for the G8; 1) the korean Open 2) The Verizon version 3) The Canadian Open.
Hardly 'every carrier'. Updates are coming, slowly, and there is no guarantee any one individual carrier will update their software. That's an LG issue really, they have contracts with carriers with various stipulations that can affect say US Open version, which supposedly can't be updated unless all the other carriers update theirs first. It's complicated.
Call t-mobile, they can tell you when / if an update will be available. And of course, there's always the issue of what you've done to your phone. If you do something like unlock the bootloader, you won't get an update even if there is one.
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ATT has also released A11 ? I've seen in some forums that it has.
For what it's worth on reddit T-Mobile users are saying they're getting the update. I can't speak for myself because I'm using a custom rom but yeah...it's out there
therealrayzzor said:
For what it's worth on reddit T-Mobile users are saying they're getting the update. I can't speak for myself because I'm using a custom rom but yeah...it's out there
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Quite possible, although i don't see it on the lg-firmwares site yet. BUT THE US OPEN IS OUT !!!
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Quite possible, although i don't see it on the lg-firmwares site yet. BUT THE US OPEN IS OUT !!!
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Actually, that's not the US Open variant, that's the CCA variant. I'm not sure what the difference is, maybe someone can elaborate.
The lg firmware site has it listed as the US Open, but download and compare the hash tags, they don't match. But if you download the CCA version the hash will match.
I've actually never heard of CCA before, it's Competitive Carriers Association, I've heard of BrightPoint, etc, but not cca. Until someone tries it, we're not sure which carriers it's compatible with re volte and vowifi type stuff.
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Actually, that's not the US Open variant, that's the CCA variant. I'm not sure what the difference is, maybe someone can elaborate.
The lg firmware site has it listed as the US Open, but download and compare the hash tags, they don't match. But if you download the CCA version the hash will match.
I've actually never heard of CCA before, it's Competitive Carriers Association, I've heard of BrightPoint, etc, but not cca. Until someone tries it, we're not sure which carriers it's compatible with re volte and vowifi type stuff.
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My phone is originally BrightPoint. I flashed the US OPEN listed on the lg firmware site, hoping that it wouldn't throw up an NT ID error, but it does :-(
Additionally VoWiFi worked with the Canadian Open but it's not working with this rom. The default email app is also missing in the US version.
The software version shows as V30c-USA-XX, with a security patch of Dec '21.
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My phone is originally BrightPoint. I flashed the US OPEN listed on the lg firmware site, hoping that it wouldn't throw up an NT ID error, but it does :-(
Additionally VoWiFi worked with the Canadian Open but it's not working with this rom. The default email app is also missing in the US version.
The software version shows as V30c-USA-XX, with a security patch of Dec '21.
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Interesting that it's not working vowifi and nt error code, that should absolutely not be the case if it was the USA version, no way. At least not if you're here in the states.
Where are u using it? Canada? That might be at least part of the reason, have you ever used the a10 US Open there? How did that work?
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Interesting that it's not working vowifi and nt error code, that should absolutely not be the case if it was the USA version, no way. At least not if you're here in the states.
Where are u using it? Canada? That might be at least part of the reason, have you ever used the a10 US Open there? How did that work?
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Sorry for not clarifying earlier, I'm using the phone in India
To get volte and vowifi to work, I change the target region & country to ESA and operator to OPEN in cust.prop. And i also edit the carrier_code, telephony and vo_config files to contain details of the networks in India.
VoLTE has worked with many A10 roms, but VoWiFi worked for the first time with the A11 Canadian Open.
PS - Since I need an unrooted phone for Microsoft apps such as Outlook and Teams, I uninstall magisk after making these configuration changes.
Hi,
Not been around here since the days of the S3.
Anyhow, recently picked up a dual sim LG G7 thinq mostly for use a backup phone.
It's a LM-G710EMW model, of which there seems to be precious little information compared to over versions.
LG Bridge doesn't seem to work in Mac anymore, but when it did it told me there were no updates for my model.
Currently it's stuck on Android 8.0.0. Are there no official updates for this at all?
Software version is listed as V10d-LAO-YT
Hi
you can download firmware here https://lg-firmwares.com/lg-lmg710emw-firmwares/ Which exactly I cant tell because you didnt provide more info from version page (csc maybe imei).
You can flash it via LGUP (im not sure about mac compability) by this guide https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/guide-how-to-flash-stock-firmware-and-re-lock-bootloader.3820888/ (you need to follow first half)
Thanks. Strangley almost everything related to finding out the CSC is for Samsung devices.
Anyhow, looking at the IMEI the 7th and 8th number are 09, which according the only table I could find is India. Sounds about right, but doesn't seem to be any way to confirm it.