I have been reading through lists of posts. Does anyone have an update to the possibility of root on the Verizon LG V10 VS990?
As it is Verizon, don't get your hopes up too much about getting root.
Anything is possible, but Verizon has a history of locking things down pretty tight.
I'm sure it's just a matter of time, doesn't make me want to get rid of the phone just because there isn't a root yet. The devs just need time to figure out the proper way to get root and then from there I'm sure that an unlocked recovery will be next.
Is Adguard the best option for non-root ad blocking?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v10/general/root-adguard-adblocking-t3237705
Does anyone have any other suggestions?
Mrwesto said:
Is Adguard the best option for non-root ad blocking?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v10/general/root-adguard-adblocking-t3237705
Does anyone have any other suggestions?
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That's what I'm using for right now, seems to be doing the job.
I'm using adbl0ck (yes, that's a zero, www.adbl0ck.com). It blocks ads in apps as well as browsers. It does run thru a VPN like adguard, but it uses a certificate to help with the ads in apps. Since it uses that cert, you have to have a secure lockscreen (which I hate) but if you set up a PIN, then you can use fingerprint to unlock. Also, its free, where adguard is $20 or whatever to get ads in apps blocked. It's working flawlessly so far and doesnt seem to have the wakelock problem that adguard has ATM.
I hope to all hell we can get root on this thing. I would give up unlocked bootloader/ROMS/kernels if i could get real ad blocking and bloatware removal. Fingers crossed.
Besides ad block, debloat, and titanium backup is there any major reason for "needing" root?
With Marshmallow "soon" does that need fall through the cracks?
Mrwesto said:
Besides ad block, debloat, and titanium backup is there any major reason for "needing" root?
With Marshmallow "soon" does that need fall through the cracks?
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Not in my opinion. You cant load kernels without an unlocked bootloader, so any custom ROM with just root is really just modified stock.
But as badass as M is, I would be perfectly happy with just root for those reasons above. I came from the Nexus 6, and with M, it still crushes the v10 (from a power user perspective), at least for now.
Mrwesto said:
Besides ad block, debloat, and titanium backup is there any major reason for "needing" root?
With Marshmallow "soon" does that need fall through the cracks?
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If they every come out with a tweakbox like the G3 and G4, then yes...I feel that until they start making Roms for the V10 that would slim it down even more or blocking OTA updates and either a ROM or tweak/app for the second screen to better customize the apps that you can use while the screen is off.
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thedrizzle said:
I'm using adbl0ck (yes, that's a zero). It blocks ads in apps as well as browsers. It does run thru a VPN like adguard, but it uses a certificate to help with the ads in apps. Since it uses that cert, you have to have a secure lockscreen (which I hate) but if you set up a PIN, then you can use fingerprint to unlock. Also, its free, where adguard is $20 or whatever to get ads in apps blocked. It's working flawlessly so far and doesnt seem to have the wakelock problem that adguard has ATM.
I hope to all hell we can get root on this thing. I would give up unlocked bootloader/ROMS/kernels if i could get real ad blocking and bloatware removal. Fingers crossed.
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I have a link for those who want Adguard, just PM me.
thedrizzle said:
I'm using adbl0ck (yes, that's a zero, www.adbl0ck.com). It blocks ads in apps as well as browsers. It does run thru a VPN like adguard, but it uses a certificate to help with the ads in apps. Since it uses that cert, you have to have a secure lockscreen (which I hate) but if you set up a PIN, then you can use fingerprint to unlock. Also, its free, where adguard is $20 or whatever to get ads in apps blocked. It's working flawlessly so far and doesnt seem to have the wakelock problem that adguard has ATM.
I hope to all hell we can get root on this thing. I would give up unlocked bootloader/ROMS/kernels if i could get real ad blocking and bloatware removal. Fingers crossed.
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Strange, I use adbl0ck and don't have a secure lock screen. It's working fine here.
Edit: oops, my bad. I'm using adgaurd, not adbl0ck
burnsky05 said:
I'm sure it's just a matter of time, doesn't make me want to get rid of the phone just because there isn't a root yet. The devs just need time to figure out the proper way to get root and then from there I'm sure that an unlocked recovery will be next.
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There's been very few unlocked bootloaders in the past few years. Android has made them impossible to crack, and exploits are harder and harder to find.
tekjester said:
There's been very few unlocked bootloaders in the past few years. Android has made them impossible to crack, and exploits are harder and harder to find.
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Don't think we're talking about an Android issue - certain carriers don't want their devices rooted and/or bootloader unlocked (VZW - ATT).
tekjester said:
There's been very few unlocked bootloaders in the past few years. Android has made them impossible to crack, and exploits are harder and harder to find.
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The main guy that used to crack them, now works for google. Not only have we lost the one doing most of the work, he now makes sure they are locked up tighter than a bulls ass at fly time.
What's the issue with root? Thought companies signed into CTIA Consumer Code for Wireless Service. Was this not the case being a law that was passed?
tkacer said:
Don't think we're talking about an Android issue - certain carriers don't want their devices rooted and/or bootloader unlocked (VZW - ATT).
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Sort of. Android builds the security, the carriers implement it.
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burnsky05 said:
What's the issue with root? Thought companies signed into CTIA Consumer Code for Wireless Service. Was this not the case being a law that was passed?
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You can legally root your phone. Doesn't mean they have to let you.
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*Madmoose* said:
The main guy that used to crack them, now works for google. Not only have we lost the one doing most of the work, he now makes sure they are locked up tighter than a bulls ass at fly time.
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GeoHot? He only worked for Google for a short time. He works at a small security company now. I assume he's making a ton of $$ - he is a legend.
I've had my VS990 for 2 weeks and absolutely love it. It puts my Note 3 to shame. Hopefully rooting will happen.
If/When root comes to the VZ v10, someone will make a post about it.
I just attempted to manually root my phone but Linux is way to confusing for me to figure out...fail and now my phone says modified and I don't know how to get it back..fail number 2
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burnsky05 said:
I'm sure it's just a matter of time, doesn't make me want to get rid of the phone just because there isn't a root yet.
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You must be from the VZW Note 4 forum
Mrwesto said:
Besides ad block, debloat, and titanium backup is there any major reason for "needing" root??
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Tether?
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So I really like my new dinc4g. However the black menu bar under some of my apps is super annoying. Without there being a root method available, is there any way to get rid of that??
Not yet
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Not yet
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ARGH!!! I like the 4 inch screen, perfect size. But when some of it gets wasted it totally sucks.
I read that HTC might be pushing out a fix. Any merit too that??
mpetruzz said:
ARGH!!! I like the 4 inch screen, perfect size. But when some of it gets wasted it totally sucks.
I read that HTC might be pushing out a fix. Any merit too that??
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Then tell the dev of the program to update the program to the new standards. That will get rid of it even with being on a stock rom.
What would they fix (unless, of course, they provide a hack like is supported here)? This is how Android deals with programs that do not use the correct programming standards for ICS and beyond.
Forward this to the developer of the application which has this issue.
http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2012/01/say-goodbye-to-menu-button.html
I have a friend who works for HTC, he actually got me my Dinc, and he told me last night that HTC is hopefully pushing out an update within the next two weeks to address the black menu bar issue.
mpetruzz said:
I have a friend who works for HTC, he actually got me my Dinc, and he told me last night that HTC is hopefully pushing out an update within the next two weeks to address the black menu bar issue.
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Nothing ever gets put out by Verizon that fast. We probably won't see it for 6 months or so. lol
ask him when the htcdev site will allow us unlock access again... Theres a mod to fix this if you have root...
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Nothing ever gets put out by Verizon that fast. We probably won't see it for 6 months or so. lol
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I know, tons of rumors on the forums. I've been getting phones from him for quite a while and he's usually pretty on point when it comes to release dates. He's pretty reliable. I got a Rezound from him with ICS right after the Rezound came out!!
I'll cling to that two weeks cause I can't stand these 3 friggin dots!!!
He didn't have any info on the dev site. That was the first thing I asked him!!
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ask him when the htcdev site will allow us unlock access again... Theres a mod to fix this if you have root...
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Yes, that should have much higher priority if you know someone at HTC
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mpetruzz said:
I know, tons of rumors on the forums. I've been getting phones from him for quite a while and he's usually pretty on point when it comes to release dates. He's pretty reliable. I got a Rezound from him with ICS right after the Rezound came out!!
I'll cling to that two weeks cause I can't stand these 3 friggin dots!!!
He didn't have any info on the dev site. That was the first thing I asked him!!
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This is something built into ICS. I'm not sure what they would actually do about it. If they just take it out, then how do you access the menu on apps that still use menu?
enricong said:
This is something built into ICS. I'm not sure what they would actually do about it. If they just take it out, then how do you access the menu on apps that still use menu?
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Simple... apply the 3-button remap mod :laugh:
I hope that HTC or Verizon does not push out an update within the next 2 weeks as that might delay or derail the current S-OFF efforts...
Just as bad would be if the update re-locks the bootloaders of those lucky few who were able to unlock via HTCDev...
I would LOVE to remap the "recent apps" capacitive button to Menu and go back to holding Home for recent apps. That black bar is seriously annoying!
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two weeks is coming up. hopefully that "fix/workaround" shows up soon.
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two weeks is coming up. hopefully that "fix/workaround" shows up soon.
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Is this what you are talking about?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1758752
First mod posted for the phone.
i'd be leary of any updates, especially if it comes from verizon!!!!!
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Is this what you are talking about?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1758752
First mod posted for the phone.
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Don't I need root to apply that mod?
You can still get temp root which would allow you to apply your mods. You would lose root upon rebooting the phone, but the mods will stick.
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You can still get temp root which would allow you to apply your mods. You would lose root upon rebooting the phone, but the mods will stick.
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how canw we get temp root?
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You can still get temp root which would allow you to apply your mods. You would lose root upon rebooting the phone, but the mods will stick.
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andybones said:
how canw we get temp root?
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Yes I am aware of temp root, but as far as I know, no one knows how to do it.
If someone does, please let us know, thanks.
junkmail9 said:
Simple... apply the 3-button remap mod :laugh:
I hope that HTC or Verizon does not push out an update within the next 2 weeks as that might delay or derail the current S-OFF efforts...
Just as bad would be if the update re-locks the bootloaders of those lucky few who were able to unlock via HTCDev...
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an OTA wouldn't delay S-OFF in anyway.
like i made the thread awhile go
DO NOT ACCEPT THE OTA IF! YOU WANT S_OFF,,,
I was very excited to see a sale on the S7 at Best Buy and was finally ready to relieve my nearly 4 years old Note II of duty until I came here to look into what mod options were available... only to find that there aren't any yet.
So, for those of you who have bought the S7 and have NOT returned it, what reasons have you decided to stick it out? Were you particularly deep in modding your phone before? Are you just happy with the few tools that have come out so far? Are you holding out hope for an unlocked bootloader eventually?
I haven't completely decided against it, but I'm seriously second guessing staying a Samsung customer after this fiasco. My Note II has been solid and a best, no replacements since I bought it on release, but I am way too into my modifications that I'm not sure I'd enjoy upgrading yet or seeking a third option.
Well I really enjoyed running custom ROMs in the past especially Aosp ones, but the fact that my s5 has cracked screen I not sure I'd want to go back. Since I got the free VR which would be worthless without either S6 or S7, I'm kind of stuck. I mean S6 is no go for me no SD card also IP rating. That aside it isn't to bad I was able to get themed pretty close to Aosp without root and I still have faith that we'll unlock this beast eventually. Samsung can't keep us down.
I came from a G3, before that a Note 2. I came back to samsung because I didn't like anything about the G5 and I was tired of some of the problems in LG's software on the G3. I had both devices rooted running debloated stock roms. The main reason I root is to get rid of apps I cannot uninstall and to block ads while sticking with a stock based rom to be able to use the features the manufacturer built into the software. I am disappointed that we may never get root or an unlocked bootloader as I would like to be able to uninstall some apps like facebook, FB messenger, the 4 amazon apps and the 3 sprint apps I cannot get rid of as well as run an ad blocker.
While I still cannot get rid of ads, There are ways to disable the apps using an app called "Package Disabler Pro" or you can use Gatesjuniors' Debloater which is what I'm using because its one less app on my phone, you can find it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/debloater-remove-carrier-bloat-t2998294 . I have Nova launcher installed and have no lag, call quality is great, mobile signal strength and speed is better than I've ever had with Sprint. My wifi reception is equally as impressive as I still have very usable wifi 30+ yards away from my router through the walls in my house. My G3 had trouble connecting 10 yards away (another reason I came back to samsung).
All that being said, this is the first phone I haven't rooted within the first week of getting it and honestly, other than an annoying ad occasionally (as most of my apps and games are paid for so I don't get many ads anyway) I really see no need to root this phone at this time. I've had the S7 for 3 weeks now and I love it. Wireless charging is awesome as I haven't plugged it in to charge since the first week and on that note the fast charging is even more awesome as it will charge 50% in 30 minutes. The peace of mind in the fact that if it gets wet its no big deal. The screen and performance is phenomenal. Its so much easier to handle than the Note 2 was, I don't miss the heft of that phone at all. If you can get the Gear VR I highly recommend it, I was not a believer and thought I would just sell it but decided to try it to see if it was any good and it made a believer out of me, the Gear VR is awesome and a lot of fun.
Get the S7, it is a huge upgrade to the Note 2 and well worth it in my opinion.
I've kept it because the only reason I rooted in the first place was the free hotspot, and it's not essential that I have it, so I can go without. I'm also keeping it because it's a huge improvement in specs over the S5 I had before.
Free stuff
I came from a SGS4. Heavily modded, custom rom etc... As someone mentioned earlier, the main reason I rooted was for free hotspot activation (and some other free -cough- stuff). For now, I have the hotspot activated for free without root. Happy as a clam. The phone is fantastic. Even if/when Sprint forces an update and locks down my hotspot mod, I love the phone and would not switch to something else. I can still put free -cough- stuff on my phone without root. I'm sure someone will eventually find a way to root the device.
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I came from a SGS4. Heavily modded, custom rom etc... As someone mentioned earlier, the main reason I rooted was for free hotspot activation (and some other free -cough- stuff). For now, I have the hotspot activated for free without root. Happy as a clam. The phone is fantastic. Even if/when Sprint forces an update and locks down my hotspot mod, I love the phone and would not switch to something else. I can still put free -cough- stuff on my phone without root. I'm sure someone will eventually find a way to root the device.
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Well Sprint just pushed an update that gets rid of the ability to mod the phone to use hotpot. The update became available yesterday and it locks down the APN settings to where they are greyed out.
I have had no such update. I just did the mod 1 hour ago. Working fine.
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Macguyver said:
I came from a G3, before that a Note 2. I came back to samsung because I didn't like anything about the G5 and I was tired of some of the problems in LG's software on the G3. I had both devices rooted running debloated stock roms. The main reason I root is to get rid of apps I cannot uninstall and to block ads while sticking with a stock based rom to be able to use the features the manufacturer built into the software. I am disappointed that we may never get root or an unlocked bootloader as I would like to be able to uninstall some apps like facebook, FB messenger, the 4 amazon apps and the 3 sprint apps I cannot get rid of as well as run an ad blocker.
While I still cannot get rid of ads, There are ways to disable the apps using an app called "Package Disabler Pro" or you can use Gatesjuniors' Debloater which is what I'm using because its one less app on my phone, you can find it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/debloater-remove-carrier-bloat-t2998294 . I have Nova launcher installed and have no lag, call quality is great, mobile signal strength and speed is better than I've ever had with Sprint. My wifi reception is equally as impressive as I still have very usable wifi 30+ yards away from my router through the walls in my house. My G3 had trouble connecting 10 yards away (another reason I came back to samsung).
All that being said, this is the first phone I haven't rooted within the first week of getting it and honestly, other than an annoying ad occasionally (as most of my apps and games are paid for so I don't get many ads anyway) I really see no need to root this phone at this time. I've had the S7 for 3 weeks now and I love it. Wireless charging is awesome as I haven't plugged it in to charge since the first week and on that note the fast charging is even more awesome as it will charge 50% in 30 minutes. The peace of mind in the fact that if it gets wet its no big deal. The screen and performance is phenomenal. Its so much easier to handle than the Note 2 was, I don't miss the heft of that phone at all. If you can get the Gear VR I highly recommend it, I was not a believer and thought I would just sell it but decided to try it to see if it was any good and it made a believer out of me, the Gear VR is awesome and a lot of fun.
Get the S7, it is a huge upgrade to the Note 2 and well worth it in my opinion.
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You can still block ads without root. adguard.com . Uses a local vpn to filter out the ads. It does consume a small amount of data to do so. Might not be the best choice on low data plans.
I know with the Sprint unlimited anything plan, they made mobile hotspot up to 3GB included. I don't actually use it much anyway, so that may be enough for me. I'm still so very on the fence.
People keep talking about free VR, how did you get it for free??
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I know with the Sprint unlimited anything plan, they made mobile hotspot up to 3GB included. I don't actually use it much anyway, so that may be enough for me. I'm still so very on the fence.
People keep talking about free VR, how did you get it for free??
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Apart of a pre-order promo which I would guess is over now.
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I know with the Sprint unlimited anything plan, they made mobile hotspot up to 3GB included. I don't actually use it much anyway, so that may be enough for me. I'm still so very on the fence.
People keep talking about free VR, how did you get it for free??
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I'm on the Sprint unlimited everything plan. I could not activate the hotspot without the mod. Of course, I activated my phone via website. But then, that's how I got my msl code to mod the apn. Oh well.
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Apart of a pre-order promo which I would guess is over now.
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Ahhh, gotcha. Then I guess I'm out of luck on that one. Best Buy has a pretty good promo for $99 right now with a free wireless charger, so I guess that eats the cost of the VR if you wanted to buy it. I'm thinking about it.
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I'm on the Sprint unlimited everything plan. I could not activate the hotspot without the mod. Of course, I activated my phone via website. But then, that's how I got my msl code to mod the apn. Oh well.
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That's strange. Are you on the $75 plan? It's supposed to be included.
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Ahhh, gotcha. Then I guess I'm out of luck on that one. Best Buy has a pretty good promo for $99 right now with a free wireless charger, so I guess that eats the cost of the VR if you wanted to buy it. I'm thinking about it.
That's strange. Are you on the $75 plan? It's supposed to be included.
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Well I was. Bestbuy did not want to honor the $99.99 sale price with 2 year activation (my current contract had expired at the beginning of the month) as they said Sprint wouldn't let them. So I chewed Sprint up and down until they pushed the upgrade through at $99.99. So I did tge activation swap through the website. Now I see I'm on a DIFFERENT unlimited plan. Some kinda "framily" plan for $30. Oh well. Still unlimited
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I have had no such update. I just did the mod 1 hour ago. Working fine.
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You can still block ads without root. adguard.com . Uses a local vpn to filter out the ads. It does consume a small amount of data to do so. Might not be the best choice on low data plans.
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Thanks, I'll give that a shot. I have unlimited data so it's not a worry.
I use about 100gb a month on data with hotspot. S7 not my option anymore. LG G5 is next.
Yeah, I think I'm going to hold off as well at this point. I want to see if they will bend under pressure.
eloko said:
I use about 100gb a month on data with hotspot. S7 not my option anymore. LG G5 is next.
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T-Mobile has announced the LG G5 will have a locked bootloader. Will have to see if other providers will follow suit.
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T-Mobile has announced the LG G5 will have a locked bootloader. Will have to see if other providers will follow suit.
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What?! Oh man... Tmo and sprint are the unlocked ones.. But if tmo is locked, more likely sprint will...
Seriously?! What are these companies thinking? Do they not realize how much of their sales is due to the modifiable side of their phones?
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Seriously?! What are these companies thinking? Do they not realize how much of their sales is due to the modifiable side of their phones?
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That is exactly why I moved from iOS to android. The ability to take 3rd party apps, straight out of the box and modify bloatware, the ui, etc...
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That is exactly why I moved from iOS to android. The ability to take 3rd party apps, straight out of the box and modify bloatware, the ui, etc...
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The first part of this post will be my response to the OP post. The second part will address the user I quoted.
I actually bought this phone because I am losing my desire to mod/flash/root etc. While it's been fun the past 8 years or so, I've realized it has consumed TONS of my time. I can honestly say it got to the point where when I got home, the first thing I would do is get on my laptop or the app and open XDA. Next thing I know I'm flashing a new ROM only to find out in a few days or so that it lacks "this" feature or "that" feature isn't working properly and I'm back on xda looking for something different. It gets old having to reflash the phone because I "couldn't hear outgoing calls" or incoming mms wasn't working. I know seasoned xda members know as well as I that once you tweak one thing it inherently messes up another. Anyhow, this phone is a beast without root. No need for overclock, or even flashing a CM/AOSP rom. If I wanted that I would've picked up a Nexus. As a previous usuer mentioned, adblocking is possible without root as well as hotspot. I'm happy with my S7 and keeping it. Now regarding the user's quote, Samsung is the driver of Android sales worldwide. They want to keep that spot and unfortunately the vast majority of their users don't care about root. Samsung is taking on Apple knuckle to knuckle and in order to win over customers from Apple, they will have to provide the same level of security and functionality as Apple which means no root. Winning over Apple customers will yield them way more profit in the short and long run vs. providing unlock for their "power" users. I'm not cheering on Samsung to continue making their devices "NSA" friendly, but in a world of ever increasing security threats particularly of the cyber nature, rooting will become increasingly more difficult as OEMs try to gain their customers' confidence in the security of their mobile devices.
I have an LGUS992. Thanks
Not yet.
Why not? Does lg not let you unlock the bootloader?
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Does lg is gay
Skyler7381 said:
Why not? Does lg not let you unlock the bootloader?
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It was repeated all over in the G5 section, the only unlockable version is the european H850.
Also the H830 has root and twrp, but these are the only two models.
Thats dumb.
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One has to realize that the developers who courageously "get root" for us do so on their own time. Not only that, on their own dime as well. In the trial and error process of unlocking the bootloader the risk of nuking their devices is high (and quite a few developers have nuked this model and others). And they go and buy another, so they can continue development. This gets very expensive.
And most importantly, with devices like the G5 - it takes time.
So while it's easy for one to respond "that's dumb", etc - I guess the above points are completely disregarded. Or perhaps not even known in the first place.
Most importantly, we are at the will of the developers. If they feel they are being disrespected, amongst other things - it would not be unreasonable for them to halt development. Please keep all of this in mind.
cigman said:
One has to realize that the developers who courageously "get root" for us do so on their own time. Not only that, on their own dime as well. In the trial and error process of unlocking the bootloader the risk of nuking their devices is high (and quite a few developers have nuked this model and others). And they go and buy another, so they can continue development. This gets very expensive.
And most importantly, with devices like the G5 - it takes time.
So while it's easy for one to respond "that's dumb", etc - I guess the above points are completely disregarded. Or perhaps not even known in the first place.
Most importantly, we are at the will of the developers. If they feel they are being disrespected, amongst other things - it would not be unreasonable for them to halt development. Please keep all of this in mind.
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I understand all that they go through and are doing and i appreciate it, i meant no disrespect. Im just saying its dumb that lg doesnt let you unlock the bootloader. I came from a moto x 2014 and all i had to do to unlock the bootloader was sign up on a website and do some other stuff.
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Its the most talked about in the social media in the few years ago!
At this point, the h830 and h850 are the only models that can be rooted due to being able to unlock the bootloader.
Hey guys, just one question for those of you who already have root. Didn't want to open a new thread.
When using Nova launcher, are you able to unlock the phone without it requesting a pin to be entered?
I really need this answer, going nuts with a stock launcher
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aca89 said:
Hey guys, just one question for those of you who already have root. Didn't want to open a new thread.
When using Nova launcher, are you able to unlock the phone without it requesting a pin to be entered?
I really need this answer, going nuts with a stock launcher
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Under Lockscreen I selected "None" and never have to enter a pin - I do use Nova, but I'd assume it would be the same with any launcher? Unless I'm completely missing the point here :laugh:
Nimueh said:
Under Lockscreen I selected "None" and never have to enter a pin - I do use Nova, but I'd assume it would be the same with any launcher? Unless I'm completely missing the point here [emoji23]
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First of all thank you for responding
Well the point is, with LG stock launcher you can set up pin protection but it works in conjunction with the fingerprint reader meaning that when you unlock the screen with fingerprint phone is not asking for a pin entry. You are however able to double tap to power the screen and then enter pin to unlock if for some reason you do not want to use reader.
Let me ask again Are you able to do mentioned above with Nova and root? Can you maybe test for me
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aca89 said:
First of all thank you for responding
Well the point is, with LG stock launcher you can set up pin protection but it works in conjunction with the fingerprint reader meaning that when you unlock the screen with fingerprint phone is not asking for a pin entry. You are however able to double tap to power the screen and then enter pin to unlock if for some reason you do not want to use reader.
Let me ask again Are you able to do mentioned above with Nova and root? Can you maybe test for me
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Good grief, what a pain to set that up :laugh:
Sometimes I can unlock it by just touching it with the finger I set up, but other times I get "Unable to use fingerprint" and have to use the pin. I'd say it's about 50/50
No idea why it sometimes works and other times doesn't, but I'm removing the lock again now ... way too much hassle
Nimueh said:
Good grief, what a pain to set that up [emoji23]
Sometimes I can unlock it by just touching it with the finger I set up, but other times I get "Unable to use fingerprint" and have to use the pin. I'd say it's about 50/50
No idea why it sometimes works and other times doesn't, but I'm removing the lock again now ... way too much hassle
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Haha, thank you again for a quick response [emoji2] It is a bit of a pain.
I guess I'll just root and see how it goes.
Have a nice day, cheers mate!
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If I root my device will I stop receiving OTA updates?
aca89 said:
Haha, thank you again for a quick response [emoji2] It is a bit of a pain.
I guess I'll just root and see how it goes.
Have a nice day, cheers mate!
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Hey man, I'm also using Nova Launcher on my LG G5 H860 (no root tho - obviously - woe is me!), and I use the finger print scanner AND a pattern. I think LG suspect that the fingerprint scanner alone is not enough security, so they make us use a pattern or pin on top of that. At least that's my guess since I was immediately prompted to add the pin, password or pattern after setting up my fingerprints. Also, upon rebooting, EVERY TIME I have to put in my pattern. The fingerprint alone is not enough to gain access.
I'm guessing it would depend on the ROM you use, not particularly the launcher. But let us know how you go... Have you rooted yet?
Nice avatar BTW. \m/
invertedskull said:
Hey man, I'm also using Nova Launcher on my LG G5 H860 (no root tho - obviously - woe is me!), and I use the finger print scanner AND a pattern. I think LG suspect that the fingerprint scanner alone is not enough security, so they make us use a pattern or pin on top of that. At least that's my guess since I was immediately prompted to add the pin, password or pattern after setting up my fingerprints. Also, upon rebooting, EVERY TIME I have to put in my pattern. The fingerprint alone is not enough to gain access.
I'm guessing it would depend on the ROM you use, not particularly the launcher. But let us know how you go... Have you rooted yet?
Nice avatar BTW. \m/
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It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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aca89 said:
It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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The PIN is, just as you said, a backup security measure. If you're rooted you can go and download a fingerprint add on through Xposed.. that means Only your fingerprint is needed to unlock your device.
"Fingerprint Enabler" ?
aca89 said:
It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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Don't have G5 so I can't test or even know if what I'm saying is correct, but I was looking through the G5 git tree and saw the super brightness mode seems to be called HL_MODE standing for LGE_HIGH_LUMINANCE_MODE, there's referenced to it in the code, you could probably edit it there then compile and it will most likely work, however it seems it's also with references to the kernel so you probably gonna have to edit both the kernel and ROM simultaneously to make things easier...
raynan said:
its the most talked about in the social media in the few years ago!
At this point, the h830 and h850 are the only models that can be rooted due to being able to unlock the bootloader.
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Lmaooo
Like how it was achieved with the s8+?
What are everyone's thoughts?
Any major developers coming to the s9?
Do you really want root with no twrp and 80% battery?
peachpuff said:
Do you really want root with no twrp and 80% battery?
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I'd take it. Currently been on a LGv30 since it's release with no sign of root in sight for it.
lightninbug said:
Like how it was achieved with the s8+?
What are everyone's thoughts?
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I think ..... sadly not.... I just cannot get over the fact that it is sooooooooooo harrdddddd to root .. 80% battery is not for me by any means. I will do my best to curb my temptation to get this device but who knows. If google allows an unlocked bootloader, not sure why Samsung won't
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If google allows an unlocked bootloader, not sure why Samsung won't
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Of course they deny it and blame Samsung for locking the bootloader, but I think it's T-Mobile who deliberately orders their phones with locked bootloader.
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Of course they deny it and blame Samsung for locking the bootloader, but I think it's T-Mobile who deliberately orders their phones with locked bootloader.
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Yeah it's all of them. Carriers, Qualcomm, and Samsung. Just to collect that 10 or 5 bucks hotspot as a monthly fee. Also so they can re-sell the phone after without having the knox tripped.
They're cheap.
I can't believe I am reading all this techie stuff..
But I cannot stand this S9+ with its unremoveable default apps that just keep popping up ..
I would settle for a solution that let get rid of the FKN Games and Game icon..
I finally got rid of Bixbie… painfully...
I HATE SAMSUNG for these forced apps getting the best real estate..
Thinking about picking up the V60 ThinQ. I don't have any experience with LG so I'm not sure how user friendly they are when it comes to root and unlocking bootloaders. I'm stubborn and refuse to buy a phone that doesn't have:
1) A headphone jack
2) A microSD card slot
3) Root access
Yes I realize that is just making life harder for myself but I have my principles.
I know this phone is fairly new and I seem to be having trouble finding much information about root. Does anyone know if there has been any progress with it?
I'm really not trying to be "that guy" I just haven't had much luck finding reliable info. I suppose that is probably a good indicator that the info just doesn't exist but I figured I'd take a shot at asking the pros.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
don't get me wrong I love this phone but I kind of regret trading my pixel 4 xl... LG blocked users access to the bootloader... you can access fastbootd and download mode and recovery and that's it. all commands are blocked in fastboot mode as well. although the OEM unlock switch can be toggled out of the box I think they allowed this because they know that you will not gain access. I may get the S20 Plus next week, at least it has root...
AceMasterHan said:
Thinking about picking up the V60 ThinQ. I don't have any experience with LG so I'm not sure how user friendly they are when it comes to root and unlocking bootloaders. I'm stubborn and refuse to buy a phone that doesn't have:
1) A headphone jack
2) A microSD card slot
3) Root access
Yes I realize that is just making life harder for myself but I have my principles.
I know this phone is fairly new and I seem to be having trouble finding much information about root. Does anyone know if there has been any progress with it?
I'm really not trying to be "that guy" I just haven't had much luck finding reliable info. I suppose that is probably a good indicator that the info just doesn't exist but I figured I'd take a shot at asking the pros.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
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Is root even a thing now?
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don't get me wrong I love this phone but I kind of regret trading my pixel 4 xl... LG blocked users access to the bootloader... you can access fastbootd and download mode and recovery and that's it. all commands are blocked in fastboot mode as well. although the OEM unlock switch can be toggled out of the box I think they allowed this because they know that you will not gain access. I may get the S20 Plus next week, at least it has root...
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Thanks I really appreciate the info. Looks like I'll be holding off for a bit to see how things progress. I really like the look of this phone but root access is one thing I won't bend on. Thanks again.
shook187 said:
Is root even a thing now?
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It is for me. I use a few apps that need root permissions. Also, being locked out of certain parts of a pocket computer "for my own good/safety/security" just doesn't sit well with me. If I decide to go into the file system and start hacking and slashing files until it's a brick, that's on me.
I can easily see how that could seem silly to some but at the end of the day if I'm going to spend hundreds of dollars or more on a device that I carry with me everywhere and use every day for the foreseeable future, it's damn sure going to have the features that I want. For me that's a 3.5mm headphone jack, a microSD slot, and root access. Of course, I have a bad habit of making my own life more difficult based on principle alone. I wouldn't recommend it. However we all have to pick and choose our own hills to die on. Don't even get me started on dongles...
Anyway, I'm very sleep deprived and rambling on about nonsense. Apologies.
Some_Ghost said:
don't get me wrong I love this phone but I kind of regret trading my pixel 4 xl... LG blocked users access to the bootloader... you can access fastbootd and download mode and recovery and that's it. all commands are blocked in fastboot mode as well. although the OEM unlock switch can be toggled out of the box I think they allowed this because they know that you will not gain access. I may get the S20 Plus next week, at least it has root...
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For those who still want a 3.5mm audio jack on their cellphone, the S20 Plus isn't a viable option.
dbaldock9 said:
For those who still want a 3.5mm audio jack on their cellphone, the S20 Plus isn't a viable option.
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that may be true, but I was talking about myself because I could care less about the headphone jack. I got the V60 because of the battery life, the size, the price, and 5G... the dual screen was a bit intriguing yes but it did not fully influence my choice lol
I was thinking about getting the V60 too as I'm still on the V30, and just broke the screen over the weekend. Root is essential to me because I cannot use the portable hotspot to tether without it as my carrier blocks that by default, and forces you to change your plan if you want tethering. Root is the only way I know around that, but it sounds like the V60 has not yet been rooted.
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I was thinking about getting the V60 too as I'm still on the V30, and just broke the screen over the weekend. Root is essential to me because I cannot use the portable hotspot to tether without it as my carrier blocks that by default, and forces you to change your plan if you want tethering. Root is the only way I know around that, but it sounds like the V60 has not yet been rooted.
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it took over a year many variants of the V30 to be rooted iirc, this phone is far too new, and in limited markets (so fewer devs hacking on them). My guess is it will take a while for us, unless someone gets lucky.
Just to add to this, I seen that an octopus box can work on every device EXCEPT the T-Mobile version.
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I'm certainly no expert, but I would expect rooting this phone to take quite some time, and perhaps a small miracle.
I don't even think they're selling an open-market unlocked version in the U.S. as they did with my last phone, the V30+.
BROKEN1981 said:
Just to add to this, I seen that an octopus box can work on every device EXCEPT the T-Mobile version.
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Could you elaborate on this further please? I'm not familiar with want an octopus box is. Thank you!
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Also, I'm curious about articles like this https://myphoneupdate.com/root-lg-v60-thinq-5g/ where the guy claims he roots the V60 via SuperSU & Magisk, among a few other methods. Is it all BS?
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Could you elaborate on this further please? I'm not familiar with want an octopus box is. Thank you!
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Also, I'm curious about articles like this https://myphoneupdate.com/root-lg-v60-thinq-5g/ where the guy claims he roots the V60 via SuperSU & Magisk, among a few other methods. Is it all BS?
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That article is BS.
I suggest looking on eBay. There might be a fire hose.
https://gsmserver.com/octoplus-pro-...-tool-plus-unlimited-sony-ericsson-plus-sony/
I only see up to the V40
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easy solution...
V30ish said:
I was thinking about getting the V60 too as I'm still on the V30, and just broke the screen over the weekend. Root is essential to me because I cannot use the portable hotspot to tether without it as my carrier blocks that by default, and forces you to change your plan if you want tethering. Root is the only way I know around that, but it sounds like the V60 has not yet been rooted.
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Get the V60. Use an app called PDAnet+ from the play store. Costs $8 to permanently unlock unlimited tethering. Works on un-rooted phones and hides the data from the carrier. Hands down one the best apps I ever paid for. They have a trial mode to make sure it works. Hope this helps.
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Get the V60. Use an app called PDAnet+ from the play store. Costs $8 to permanently unlock unlimited tethering. Works on un-rooted phones and hides the data from the carrier. Hands down one the best apps I ever paid for. They have a trial mode to make sure it works. Hope this helps.
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PDAnet is great. Gets around the tether cap for me no sweat. What do you mean by it hides the data though? Are you saying it shows NO data use or it hides the fact you are tethering?
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PDAnet is great. Gets around the tether cap for me no sweat. What do you mean by it hides the data though? Are you saying it shows NO data use or it hides the fact you are tethering?
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Pdanet+ only gives you truely unlimited tethering/hotspot only with a rooted device? are will it work on my t-mobile LG V60 thin Q device regular not being rooted because there is no root process yet on the V60 device.Is there any special way that you need to set up the pdanet+ app in order to get unlimited hotspot on the V60 to work? Thanks In advance!!!
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Pdanet+ only gives you truely unlimited tethering/hotspot only with a rooted device? are will it work on my t-mobile LG V60 thin Q device regular not being rooted because there is no root process yet on the V60 device.Is there any special way that you need to set up the pdanet+ app in order to get unlimited hotspot on ootedthe V60 to work? Thanks In advance!!!
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I'm using it on my V60 now as a client but it's working as a host on my temporary unrooted revvlry and it worked just fine on my unrooted v40. You need to know how to set the proxy setting in advanced networking because you can connect any device to it using the proxy settings. Click help in pdanet and follow the instructions for other devices. But the best results are going to come if you have PdaNet on both devices and you connect them through the PdaNet application.
But no. I am getting truly unlimited tethering with no throttling on all of my unrooted devices that I've used it as a host. So if you -don't- have a rooted device try PdaNet. It works because it is operating as its own server, a proxy server. The data is going to your unrooted device then going through a server to the client device. The carrier doesn't see this as a tether.
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GenuineDickies99 said:
I'm using it on my V60 now as a client but it's working as a host on my temporary unrooted revvlry and it worked just fine on my unrooted v40. You need to know how to set the proxy setting in advanced networking because you can connect any device to it using the proxy settings. Click help in pdanet and follow the instructions for other devices. But the best results are going to come if you have PDA net on both devices and you connect them through the PdaNet application.
But no. I am getting truly unlimited tethering with no throttling on all of my unrooted devices that I've used it as a host. So if you have a rooted device try PdaNet. It works because it's operating as its own server, a proxy server so the data is going to your rooted device then going through a server to the client device so it looks like the data is just going to your rooted phone and then PdaNet reroutes it to the client.
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I second that. Completely worth paying for. The only thing I found is that Verizon sometimes seemed to catch on to what I was doing, because I would stop getting data. I would have to disconnect and then reconnect and then things worked fine. It was a minor inconvenience.
One reason I want root access is so I can run AdGuard and NordVPN together (without using their SOCKS5 server).
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I second that. Completely worth paying for. The only thing I found is that Verizon sometimes seemed to catch on to what I was doing, because I would stop getting data. I would have to disconnect and then reconnect and then things worked fine. It was a minor inconvenience.
One reason I want root access is so I can run AdGuard and NordVPN together (without using their SOCKS5 server).
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After what I have read about what they did to fastboot Im not holding my breath for root. Im returning the phone and getting the Galaxy S10.
Root has become less of a necessity for me over the years, though I do think that if I pay $1 for something, it should be mine to do with as I choose. $800 for a phone and I DAMN SURE should have that ability. If I brick it or make it so that any noob can get my info off wifi/bluetooth/whatever, then that's on me. No *****in' policy in full effect.