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Just seen jcase post that the rezound is on the unlock bootloader list on htcdev.com and he don't know if its a accident or what so you need to jump on it asap Sent from my ADR6400L using XDA App
Though Unlisted, HTC Rezound Unlockable via HTCDev Tools http://bit.ly/tm4HPD (Phandroid article)
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Just did mine.
What is this? Exactly.. can someone elaborate ? Is that unlocked bootloader thing for real?
You guys need to tell everyone if they use the HTC unlock then HTC has their phone info any can deny warranty repairs to their phones.
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siiiiiiiick.
let's get some s-offy goodness!
woah, wait.....Im not new to flashing and modding, but I am very new to the HTC scene. Do we individually have to unlock the bootloader ourselves? Or is it something the devs do? If we (invidually) dont unlock today do you think that HTC will stop letting us tomorrow? I just dont want to kill my phone.
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woah, wait.....Im not new to flashing and modding, but I am very new to the HTC scene. Do we individually have to unlock the bootloader ourselves? Or is it something the devs do? If we (invidually) dont unlock today do you think that HTC will stop letting us tomorrow? I just dont want to kill my phone.
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We individually unlock it. It's super easy. The instructions gives you screen shots of what to do. I just unlocked mine. Took about 5-10 minutes. I'm sure it will be available tomorrow but I didn't waste any time.
Tough to tell whether HTC did this on purpose or not. They very well might pull it later after they realize it/Verizon *****es them out.
I would at least go get the unlock token now, even if you don't want to use it right now.
Jason
I'll just wait for the devs to set it up where I don't have to give my phone info to vzw and htc. Might need my warranty some day.
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Doesn't void your warranty to just get the unlock token... Only after you install it. But whatever.
Jason
I just don't see the rush, don't even have s-off or recovery yet.
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Does this mean that s-off will be easier now? Or is this still far away?
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JasonJoel said:
Doesn't void your warranty to just get the unlock token... Only after you install it. But whatever.
Jason
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How do you get the unlock token? do you have to register or what?
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How do you get the unlock token? do you have to register or what?
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http://www.htcdev.com/
Click on Unlock Bootloader. Follow directions. If you don't want to install the token, stop at the point that it emails you the token.
Jason
alcantarvf said:
Does this mean that s-off will be easier now? Or is this still far away?
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This is what I would love to know
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jbh00jh said:
I just don't see the rush, don't even have s-off or recovery yet.
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alcantarvf said:
Does this mean that s-off will be easier now? Or is this still far away?
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This htcdev.com unlock will allow you to flash custom ROMs, kernels, and recoveries. Sadly radios, hboot/bootloader, and I believe splash screens are a no go. Also, some things must be flashed via fastboot as opposed to recovery. (ie kernels) Considering this phone has some new security tricks not seen before its an ok trade while you wait for s-off IMO. I don't know if it will bring s-off any closer but I doubt it. I can't speak to the warranty situation but I would advise reading all the terms and conditions before proceeding. However consider this.....rooting your phone technically voids your warranty....
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JBO1018 said:
This htcdev.com unlock will allow you to flash custom ROMs, kernels, and recoveries. Sadly radios, hboot/bootloader, and I believe splash screens are a no go. Also, some things must be flashed via fastboot as opposed to recovery. (ie kernels) Considering this phone has some new security tricks not seen before its an ok trade while you wait for s-off IMO. I don't know if it will bring s-off any closer but I doubt it. I can't speak to the warranty situation but I would advise reading all the terms and conditions before proceeding. However consider this.....rooting your phone technically voids your warranty....
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So can we get perm root with this at least or no? Been waiting to flash some fonts on this thing thanks.
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Well...........
jbh00jh said:
I just don't see the rush, don't even have s-off or recovery yet.
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Actually I installed Amon_ra recovery a bit ago, and did a full NAND backup.
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So can we get perm root with this at least or no? Been waiting to flash some fonts on this thing thanks.
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Yes perm root is as easy as flashing a recovery then using the recovery to flash the su and busybox binary. Then install superuser from the market and bam permanent root. (or just wait till someone makes a flashable package that will do all that for you.)
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I need to return my Rezound and swap it for another one. How do I unroot my phone properly after using HTCdev and flashing a recovery and all that? I need to return it tomorrow, just looking for someone kind enough to write a step by step guide for me on what to do, I'm sure it would help others out as well. I want to get rid of any traces. I appreciate all the help and time, thanks.
I think u go back to ur stock rom and relock ur bootloader with htc dev, and probably do a factory reset......then i would set it up n check root just to make sure its unrooted lol. Like i said "i think" but im pretty sure
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dragonrazorz said:
I think u go back to ur stock rom and relock ur bootloader with htc dev, and probably do a factory reset......then i would set it up n check root just to make sure its unrooted lol. Like i said "i think" but im pretty sure
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How do I do all that? Right now I'm on my stock still, I'm just rooted. Don't I have to delete SU and other files? I forget how to relock my bootloader too.
As of now I am pretty sure you can't fully return it to stock. The bootloader will say re-locked instead of just locked, so basically you can return it and cross your fingers but most likely they will not honor your warranty.
bal1985 said:
How do I do all that? Right now I'm on my stock still, I'm just rooted. Don't I have to delete SU and other files? I forget how to relock my bootloader too.
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fastboot oem lock <-- will relock phone.
download the latest RUU, list of offical Vigor roms in dev section. Latest is 1.02, then you are good to go.
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fastboot oem lock <-- will relock phone.
download the latest RUU, list of offical Vigor roms in dev section. Latest is 1.02, then you are good to go.
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^^^ what he said. But doing the fastboot oem lock to lock your phone will not lock your phone the way you need it to. It will say "Relocked" on the HBoot screen. Like the HTCDev website said and a bunch of posts here, once you unlock, there's no going back. Our warranty is completely voided. It will be just crossing your fingers if you try to return the phone. If you have insurance on it, you might want to just pay the deductible and get a new one that way. "Lose" your phone or "accidentally" drop it in the toilet. Good luck!
I have a light leakage problem on my phone that is very noticeable at night... I'm going to send it back arguing that it's a hardware issue and not software related... Verizon should honor that right?
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alcantarvf said:
I have a light leakage problem on my phone that is very noticeable at night... I'm going to send it back arguing that it's a hardware issue and not software related... Verizon should honor that right?
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I don't remember where I read it, but someone on here spoke with an HTC rep who said that using the HTCDev unlock will void our warranty regardless of what the issue is, hardware or software. I can't see, though, how they could get away with that since it's clearly nothing that you have done. I would try it anyway.
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I don't remember where I read it, but someone on here spoke with an HTC rep who said that using the HTCDev unlock will void our warranty regardless of what the issue is, hardware or software. I can't see, though, how they could get away with that since it's clearly nothing that you have done. I would try it anyway.
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I will call HTC tomorrow before I call Verizon... I think that I have a valid argument...
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The leakage is obviously due to the LED lights that light up the red cap buttons... but I don't think that there should be any light leakage at all... its only towards the bottom... its almost as if they didn't seal it right because the right side is more noticeable than the left...
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WasabiWa83 said:
I don't remember where I read it, but someone on here spoke with an HTC rep who said that using the HTCDev unlock will void our warranty regardless of what the issue is, hardware or software. I can't see, though, how they could get away with that since it's clearly nothing that you have done. I would try it anyway.
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pretty sure it is the opposite. If it is an issue that clearly cannot be caused by root, HTC usually will take care of it.
Just like when calling verizon with issues sometimes, where you have to call a couple times to get someone willing to help you, I could see this being the same way.
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pretty sure it is the opposite. If it is an issue that clearly cannot be caused by root, HTC usually will take care of it.
Just like when calling verizon with issues sometimes, where you have to call a couple times to get someone willing to help you, I could see this being the same way.
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Yeah, I agree. I just suggest the OP needs to call until he finds the answer he's looking for. The website says that "all or parts of the warranty" will be voided. I could understand if there's an issue with the processor or something. Having an unlocked bootloader means that we could mess up the processor, so they probably won't fix those issues under warranty since they couldn't tell if it was our fault. But a light leakage or sound issue is completely different. That is something that we couldn't necessarily mess up with an unlocked bootloader.
alcantarvf said:
I have a light leakage problem on my phone that is very noticeable at night... I'm going to send it back arguing that it's a hardware issue and not software related... Verizon should honor that right?
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That leakage is probably going to be on every phone you get. It's been mentioned a lot on this site. There is an app you can download to toggle off the LEDs at night but I don't know what it's called. You should be able to find it with a search.
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That leakage is probably going to be on every phone you get. It's been mentioned a lot on this site. There is an app you can download to toggle off the LEDs at night but I don't know what it's called. You should be able to find it with a search.
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agreed. Haven't had an lcd phone yet that didn't have some light leakage. Best bet if it bothers you that much is to get a phone that has an amoled screen.
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I will call HTC tomorrow before I call Verizon... I think that I have a valid argument...
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Verizon first... the best bet is to hope they don't bother looking at the bootloader over something hardware related like that.
Will try looking for the app to toggle led lights... Sent thanks for the heads up...
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Will try looking for the app to toggle led lights... Sent thanks for the heads up...
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If you find it will you post back here? I did a few searches in this forum last night and didn't come across it. If I find it I will post back here as well.
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Will try looking for the app to toggle led lights... Sent thanks for the heads up...
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That's probably the best idea, I am pretty sure all rezounds have this issue, don't know if it's worse for others but it isn't even noticeable unless it's night and the screen is completely black.
It's called screen filter
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An FYI.... Talked to Verizon... Apparently unlocking your phone voids warranty for both hardware and software related issues... That blows...
Guess I am stuck with this phone... Hope nothing goes wrong.... Love the phone though....
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Okay so ive been reading since 3am trying to find if it is now possible to unlock the bootloader on 2.3.5 on my photon. I have rooted it fine but I would like to go to ICS. any help is appreciated guys!
jakobkay said:
Okay so ive been reading since 3am trying to find if it is now possible to unlock the bootloader on 2.3.5 on my photon. I have rooted it fine but I would like to go to ICS. any help is appreciated guys!
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im in the same boat as you buddy there isnt so im just gonna try and sell my photon for like $80 lol hate this thing i wanted to use at&t but nooooo the stupid bootloader is locked sorry bout that
I'll give you $80. Plus s&h.
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rbeavers said:
I'll give you $80. Plus s&h.
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i might lol the $80 offer was just kinda in the moment but i might well see you think you could do like $130? shipped
If there was a way to do it, we all knew it by now.
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Omar04 said:
If there was a way to do it, we all knew it by now.
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use jtag protocal to overwrite bootloader and nv memory of the phone
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use jtag protocal to overwrite bootloader and nv memory of the phone
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can you give us the procedure??
Have you been able to unlock bootloader for 2.3.5 (upgraded from 2.3.4)?
If not, Is there any other way to do it?
Please help.
Think I read of jtag over USB
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Hey friends .... as earlier bootloader had been unlocked i.e. on 2.3.4....
That means this can also be unlocked...
Can we one thing, we can contact earlier developer who had unlocked it... n start unlocking this bootloader...
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Cooldevil1989 said:
Hey friends .... as earlier bootloader had been unlocked i.e. on 2.3.4....
That means this can also be unlocked...
Can we one thing, we can contact earlier developer who had unlocked it... n start unlocking this bootloader...
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It was a leak, we need a new leak from Motorola, this was not a hack at all so we can't just reuse something.
First of all, THANK YOU everyone for taking some time to answer every question. I really appreciate it. I have been reading, and reading for hours...my eyes are starting to bleed.
So... there is NO WAY we can get a better Android than the 2.3.5?
My build number says 4.5.1A_SUN_USC_19.0, that means I cannot unlock the bootloader, isn't it?
Is there another way (hack?) to improve the performance of the cellphone? I have root it, just to change some files I couldn't, e.g. the sound of the camera.
And finally... is it THAT bad being stucked on 2.3.5?
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First of all, THANK YOU everyone for taking some time to answer every question. I really appreciate it. I have been reading, and reading for hours...my eyes are starting to bleed.
So... there is NO WAY we can get a better Android than the 2.3.5?
My build number says 4.5.1A_SUN_USC_19.0, that means I cannot unlock the bootloader, isn't it?
Is there another way (hack?) to improve the performance of the cellphone? I have root it, just to change some files I couldn't, e.g. the sound of the camera.
And finally... is it THAT bad being stucked on 2.3.5?
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Some people are trying to use kexec, which is a way to bypass the bootloader and install a rom. it will take some time though. I'm not stuck on 2.3.5 so i cant comment on that.
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And finally... is it THAT bad being stucked on 2.3.5?
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Yes it is.......heh
My old foton crapped the bed, it was running The Bills(forgove me if name id wrong) JB and loved it, now all I can do is root, maybe a little more, I want more freedom.....
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lost my unlocked mofo,and now i must admit enjoying 4G on my 2.3.5 insurance replacement
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The only reason I'm still in GB.
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Screwed by Google. Canceled ICS upgrade on my Moto Photon. No Wow for us.
kdog350 said:
Some people are trying to use kexec, which is a way to bypass the bootloader and install a rom. it will take some time though. I'm not stuck on 2.3.5 so i cant comment on that.
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Thank you, I'll search about "kexec".
The reason I was asking if I was stuck on 2.3.5 was regarding to my build number. I don't know how to conclude it's an ota or not.
You can attempt the Pudding Bootloader unlock, it is unlikely to succeed, but it may be possible. You do risk bricking the device though.
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You can attempt the Pudding Bootloader unlock, it is unlikely to succeed, but it may be possible. You do risk bricking the device though.
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No, thanks .
I assume there is no possible way to tack it back to 2.3.4?
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No, thanks .
I assume there is no possible way to tack it back to 2.3.4?
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There are a few working on a way to install roms without unlocking the boot loader go check out the development section
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Well, it appears that I am still the only Photon owner around with 2.3.5 and an unlocked bootloader. Unfortunately mine was some sort of freak accident that it happened. I can run run custom recovery and flash all day long. Unfortunately if I install a ROM with any other version (or maybe it's the kernal) it will not work. It will boot up fine but nothing will connect at all. I've tried almost all of them........
I got a droid dna recently and I was thinking about rooting. The only thing that is holding me back is whether despite the lack of s-off, is it worth voiding warranty. Anyhow, I was wondering whether it is possible to bring the dna completely back to stock after rooting it just in case something goes wrong (Im planning on using the all in one tool kit for the root)
I believe it will still say relocked as opposed to locked.
And there's a toolkit for jcases method?
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I believe it will still say relocked as opposed to locked.
And there's a toolkit for jcases method?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2000896 is what I was talking about
And if it says relocked will your warranty still be void?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2000896 is what I was talking about
And if it says relocked will your warranty still be void?
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Yes but the consensus is that Verizon does not take a long look
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Yes but the consensus is that Verizon does not take a long look
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So basically if i were to send this thing in for warranty, there is a high probability they wont notice the "relock"? Hmmm i might root it then
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So basically if i were to send this thing in for warranty, there is a high probability they wont notice the "relock"? Hmmm i might root it then
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They won't notice at all. Sent so many phones in relocked, unlocked, even one rooted. Counting my blessings though everyday.
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They don't check. They make sure it doesn't have any extensive damage then completely reflash the phone.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2000896 is what I was talking about
And if it says relocked will your warranty still be void?
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Hansoons tool kit doesnt work unless you use jcase's method first which you cant undo..leaves dna showing unlocked forever is what i have read ..if not i would root tomorrow...just waiting for a little safer unlock or s-off..
ufish2 said:
Hansoons tool kit doesnt work unless you use jcase's method first which you cant undo..leaves dna showing unlocked forever is what i have read ..if not i would root tomorrow...just waiting for a little safer unlock or s-off..
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The change isn't permanent as far as I know. You should be able to re-lock it with fastboot oem lock.
Hello everyone, I am getting ready to buy a used m8 and am not 100% sure if it is stock. I am not familiar with HTC. They sent me a screen shot. The only thing I can tell is that it doesn't have the 20mb update yet. They said the only thing is rooted. I am wanted to know if its stock. I'd rather its stock and then I'll play with it. Thanks for your help.
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The screen shot isn't going to tell you anything. Those can be hacked to say whatever.
The phone isn't stock if its been rooted. The phone can never be truly returned to stock once its rooted. The bootloader has been unlocked (which HTC has a record of) unless the user happened to make firewater temp root work, and s-off without unlocking the bootloader, which I think is very unlikely.
A screenshot of the bootloader screen would be more useful, as it would tell you s-off or s-on, if the bootloader is locked, unlocked, relocked, and other details which are harder to change than within the OS.
Even then, if the bootloader says s-on, you would never know if the previous owner did s-off then returned to s-on, which still throws a security flag that can't be changed.
Or are you asking if its been returned to stock? Any phone can easily be returned to stock, now that the AT&T RUU is available.
Thanks for the reply. I realize that once it rooted its not full stock. I was curious if its on stock rom. I wont know more until till I physically see the phone. I've had samsung, motorola, and lg so I'm not familiar with HTC. I'm trying to gather info to know what I'm looking for.
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I realize that once it rooted its not full stock. I was curious if its on stock rom.
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The photo the seller sent doesn't have the right info to tell if its on the stock ROM. You want software number (which isn't on the photo), not build number.
But as I said, it doesn't matter. The phone is easily returned to the stock ROM with the RUU, or other means.
Okay thanks.
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