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Updated 2/3/16 Master Download Link Added at Bottom of This Post For All Old and Current KDZ's
This method is confirmed working 100% for devices running 10b/11c/12b/23abc regardless of root/unlock state. While the .tot method is also working on Windows 7, users with Windows 8.1 are having difficulty using that method. Myself and @autoprime obtained a 10b KDZ file that has solved the issue for +10b updaters that couldn't flash back to 10b, so please send him some love for his help and for hosting the file on Team Codefire's servers for all to download. A big shout out to @quangnhut123 for creating the super sweet modified LG KDZ Flash Tool 2014 that makes KDZ flashing an absolute breeze!! He deserves some love as the previous KDZ flashing methods were anything but fun - especially on Windows 8. And another shout out to @deathsquad737 for initially testing the method for our device.
-Please this post and second post FULLY before asking questions!
-First remove any of the .tot flashing tools/programs that you may have already installed as they will conflict with the KDZ flashing tool.
-Download and install the latest LG drivers for your phone here (FYI I am linking the LG site directly instead of the file to ensure that you download the current up-to-date drivers): http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-VS985-Metallic-Black
-Download the VS985 10b KDZ: Downloads Located Below
-Download the LG Flash Tool 2014 from this thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797190 and be sure to thank @quangnhut123 for his efforts. Also read that thread a bit so you understand how to fully use the tool exactly, but I will outline the process below.
-Extract the .zip folder to wherever you wish to keep it (desktop, downloads, etc).
-Copy the 10b KDZ file (or whatever KDZ your flashing) into the LG Flash Tool folder
-Power off your phone completely, hold volume up, plug in the usb cable, wait for any drivers to load, and you should then be in Download Mode
-Run LGFlashTool2014.exe (you may need to run as administer as its not an installed program, rather an executed one from wherever you saved the folder).
-You may need to install Visual C++ Runtime Library. If so, refer to the LG Flash Tool thread for more info on obtaining that.
-Select CDMA as your type
-Select Diag as your phone mode
-Select your KDZ file that you copied or pasted into the folder
-Choose the option of CSE Flash (this is a full wipe, you will lose your data). Do not choose Normal Flash when performing a downgrade, nothing good will come from doing that!! Another screen will open, just leave everything the way it is.
-Click the Start button and yet another window will appear showing a language selection screen. Just leave everything the way it is as Korean and hit OK. Don't worry, the tool is already set to flash in English.
-Wait until the Flash is done 100% and unplug/reboot... and that's it - now enjoy your corrected mistake and stop taking OTA's!!!
KDZ files rock, and are nice and easy to flash. No separate DLL files or changing ports either with the tool linked. If any other KDZ files become available in the future I will add them to this post along with any tool or flashing method changes. This thread will be solely kept for KDZ flashing for the VS985. I will also help as much as I can if you run into trouble, though I am not a Windows expert and actually only boot into it when I have to run programs like this....Linux MInt FTW!!
~KDZ Downloads~
-VS98510b_01.kdz: http://downloads.codefi.re/autoprime/LG/LG_G3/VS985 -Thanks to @autoprime
-Mirror for VS98510b_01.kdz (10b): https://mega.co.nz/#!7ERgXJbI!2KxATJt7q-HWvAPbTfVrT3wGuwPjWCw70N65MVlgfWg md5: d228ba692ef0c4704cba0b00fad8b8c
-VS98512b_00.kdz: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95916177934537134 -Thanks to @hokiealumnus for the AFH hosting
-Mirror for VS98512b_00.kdz (12b): https://mega.co.nz/#!7AwylQiZ!vK6rumjP0r1eP7lN37oeJ_cWLwal1DnriGDPUZGW1-0 md5: e8280b279d327b96689579a9eca22a3e
New download link to all KDZ files thanks to @roirraW "edor" ehT https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=35484
-For reference, here's @ins5736 thread for restoring using the .tot method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-lg-g3/general/restore-verizon-to-stock-t2827878 .
-Also there are reports of the tool deleting the KDZ you copied to the Flash Tool folder after the flash. I cannot confirm this, as it did not happen to me, but to be safe make sure you copy the file to the folder instead of pasting it so that you don't have to re-download the file for future use.
-Please note that the KDZ file we have is build # 10B.01, while the .tot file available is build # 10b.03. The only difference between the 2 files is that the .03 build is the actual released build that shipped with the phone, while the .01 kdz build was obviously a pre-released build. Its most likely some minor last minute changes/bloat added. We can't find any noticeable differences between the 2 builds.
-OTA's WILL FAIL USING THE 10b KDZ FILE WE HAVE due to a signing error with it being a pre-release. The purpose here is to downgrade, unlock, and flash whatever you want. This is NOT to return to an official stock state. You'll need to use the .tot file or the official LG Flash Tool that downloads the current build automatically in order to be in an official "stock" state. The 12b kdz is official and will allow OTA's
*Error Update* So with this leaked LP image, I've been playing with kdz'ing quite a bit and with a new Windows install I got to experience a few of the issues being reported by others that I have never seen, along with trying to troubleshoot some others. Did I manage to fix them easily you ask?? Hell yeah!
USB Disconnected Issue: This is a driver issue. Very easy fix, just download the latest Verizon drivers from the link I posted above and install them without phone plugged in. Power off phone, hold up, plug into usb and WAIT for download mode drivers to install (as stated several times in this thread). Click the balloon to watch the progress, this took about 10min on an i5/ssd machine - be patient. This is the predominant issue I think people are having. The drivers while in download mode are:
-USB Composite Device
-LGE Android phone or LGE AndroidNet for VZW USB Serial Port COM5 (this is the important one)
-CDC Serial or LGE AndroidNet for VZW USB Modem (this will fail if you are on a rom with certain VZW items removed - not a problem, its not needed)
-CDC ECM LGE AndroidNet for VZW NDIS Ethernet Adapter
If driver install fails, manually update them by pointing windows to the driver file you downloaded. I am not going any further here, use Google.
??????'s In The Field: easy, don't change region or language from Korean as stated in the OP. Leave it alone, it will flash in English I promise you. Result = all fields readable in English while running
Connection To Server Failed: Simple, ignore the window. Just drag it away, but don't close it. This is an offline hack originally indented to run online, deal with the window!
Progress Bar: The tool will initially analyze the phone, then when flashing starts, pay attention to the phone screen which will now say COM5. The blue progress bar on the phone is the important one. At around 80% on the tool screen, the phone will reboot. The flash is over and the bar will continue to progress into the 99% while rebooting - then the program will crash. You can disconnect now, you've been successful.
Thanks for the help and the new guide
WHATSAMATTA U ALUMNI
I'm getting a message saying "Path is too long or file problem" when adding the kdz. Any ideas?
droidiac13 said:
I'm getting a message saying "Path is too long or file problem" when adding the kdz. Any ideas?
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Sounds like your linking the file path instead of directly copying the file right into the folder. Also try checking the file md5 with this one for the 10b kdz file: d228ba692ef0c4704cba0b00fad8b8ce
Don't Forget To Remove Previous LG FlashTool
When I first tried the method I was receiving a message "Path is too long or file problem". So I read through the instructions again. I failed to remove the previous LG FlashTool I was using. Once I uninstalled that program, everything went through without a problem. Thanks annoyingduck!!
I keep getting this and I installed all drivers. Any ideas? Thanks
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kreep22 said:
I keep getting this and I installed all drivers. Any ideas? Thanks
Sent from my VS985 4G using XDA Free mobile app
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Some basics to check first:
-Were you in download mode before executing the program?
-When you initialized download mode, did you wait to allow the download mode drivers to load before hitting start?
-Were all steps followed?
-Check cable, and try another one (this is very often the cause)
-Change usb port
-Don't use a 3.0 port, use a 2.0
Thanks for this excellent guide, Duck. Very simple to follow, well laid out, etc. I haven't actually done it yet, but I've got everything in place to do so (the flash tool, the KDZ file in the folder, etc.)
I assume once the downgrade is successful, just reroot with Stump, etc and wait for updates via the community?
Will future updates be available via this flash tool, or will they have to be flashed via TWRP? Sorry, I'm just now getting used to the LG G3 dev community, coming from an old GNEX.
Thanks!
continued error when trying ota
I have a problem. I was originally rooted without a custom recovery. I decided to try the ota and got the error message when trying to install. I then flashed this method (kdz) and got back to stock. I rerooted via stump and tried the ota again, failure. I then rewiped and kdz again, this time I did not root. Tried the ota again, no dice.
Any thought? I can flash the kdz fine and get phone to factory 10b but once I try to install the ota I still get the error.
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I have a problem. I was originally rooted without a custom recovery. I decided to try the ota and got the error message when trying to install. I then flashed this method (kdz) and got back to stock. I rerooted via stump and tried the ota again, failure. I then rewiped and kdz again, this time I did not root. Tried the ota again, no dice.
Any thought? I can flash the kdz fine and get phone to factory 10b but once I try to install the ota I still get the error.
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That's odd... You chose cse flash, not normal correct? Normal would not wipe your device and could definitely be the culprit for the ota failing. While cse mode is a complete wipe prior to flashing.
Correct. I did cse, full wipe. I dont know what's going on. I tried atleast 10 times from scratch. I still cant get the ota to install.
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I have a problem. I was originally rooted without a custom recovery. I decided to try the ota and got the error message when trying to install. I then flashed this method (kdz) and got back to stock. I rerooted via stump and tried the ota again, failure. I then rewiped and kdz again, this time I did not root. Tried the ota again, no dice.
Any thought? I can flash the kdz fine and get phone to factory 10b but once I try to install the ota I still get the error.
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That's odd... You chose cse flash, not normal correct? Normal would not wipe your device and could definitely be the culprit for the ota failing. While cse mode is a complete wipe prior to flashing.
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After using the method here to downgrade back to 10b and root. I too wasn't able to then S/W update to 11c using survival mode in SuperSU. I perform the OP procedures again and this time didn't root and still wasn't able to S/W update, kept getting error. So I used ---> [GUIDE][HOW TO][VS985] Restore Verizon to Stock to go all the way back. I'm now able to S/W update to 11c and keep root with survival mode set in SuperSU. I most humbly say that there may be a very slight issue with maybe the files here. I truly do appreciate the ability to return to 10b using this method after updating in the first place!
Thanks, ill try the other method and report back. wish me luck. Either way, a huge thanks to duck for the easy way to rerturn. I just wish kdz worked for future ota. It may be a file issue allowing us to revert to 10b but not then allowing future updates.
Use the kdz method then factory reset the device and see if that works.
I tried that. No dice.
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Use the kdz method then factory reset the device and see if that works.
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I tried that as well.
gatorstew said:
Thanks for this excellent guide, Duck. Very simple to follow, well laid out, etc. I haven't actually done it yet, but I've got everything in place to do so (the flash tool, the KDZ file in the folder, etc.)
I assume once the downgrade is successful, just reroot with Stump, etc and wait for updates via the community?
Will future updates be available via this flash tool, or will they have to be flashed via TWRP? Sorry, I'm just now getting used to the LG G3 dev community, coming from an old GNEX.
Thanks!
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Sorry, I missed this question. Yes, any future kdz's that become available will be updated here, along with any changes in flashing methods. Though it's pretty hard to beat the current tool that's available.
And yes, the idea here is to downgrade to 10b and be able to root, unlock, and flash anything you want. Still unclear as to why some want to take the 11c ota, but that's for another thread. The kdz method here is working where the tot was failing for some, and I personally think it's faster and easier to do than the tot method.
The third step might be clarified. Do you mean something like, "Power off your phone completely, then turn power on while also holding the volume up button..."?
markfm said:
The third step might be clarified. Do you mean something like, "Power off your phone completely, then turn power on while also holding the volume up button..."?
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You should probably try it before trying to correct it.....
Nope, power off phone completely, hold volume up ONLY, plug in usb cable...it will auto power on into download mode
I have noticed that many have been willing to take the NK1 4.4.4 update and give up root access. Therefore I am putting this out there for those that have not done so but are considering doing so if they are able to keep root.
The following process will allow you to update to NK1 4.4.4 and keep root. However once updated to NK1 you will not be able to downgrade back to 4.4.2. If you screw something up after updating, e.g. while performing a mod, and have to flash back to stock you will permanently lose root access (unless an exploit is found in the future)! With that said I believe all of you are capable of making your own decision as to whether or not to proceed at your own risk!
**You can begin the following process from any Build/ROM but you must already have Root Access**
**Required** FlashFire - Play BETA - PREVIEW
1. Join the G+ community using the same Google account as you're using for Play on your phone/tablet Here.
2. Sign up to receive the BETA versions from Play Here.
- Use the link provided after sign-up to download the app.
Instructions:
1. Extract the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware from the .rar and place it and the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions onto your device (use either internal or ext-sdcard).
2. Open the FlashFire app and "Agree" to the Terms and Conditions.
3. Press "(+)" twice to bring up the "Actions" menu.
4. Press "Flash firmware package" then locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware. FlashFire will scan the firmware which may take several minutes to complete. Press "ok" once the md5 is confirmed then make certain that both "Boot" and "System" are selected. Press the checkmark to continue.
5. Press "(+)" again then press "Flash Zip or OTA" and locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions. Leave "Auto-mount" unchecked under the "Options" menu and press the checkmark to continue.
6. Press “(+)” once again to bring up “Actions” and select “Wipe.”
7. Under the “Options” menu select all partitions except “Internal storage” then press the checkmark to continue.
8. From the main menu Tap-hold-drag your "Actions" and place them in the following order:
- "Wipe"
- "Flash firmware package"
- "Flash ZIP or OTA"
(leave default settings under "EverRoot" and "Reboot" options)
9. Last, press the lightning bolt then "Ok" to begin the flash .
The screen will turn black then display the contents of your system before beginning the flashes. Once complete your device will reboot and pause on the Verizon splash screen for two to three minutes before completely rebooting. Done!
Tip: for blazing fast speed turn off animations from Developer Options and reboot!
Changelog: http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxy-note-3-1-7-15.pdf
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to NK1.
3. To update to factory stock(unrooted) NK1 flash the N900VVRUDNK1_N900VVZWDNK1_N900VVRUDNK1_HOME.tar using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
4. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60070810&postcount=2
Could anyone confirm if this works?
Everyone is too scared to try haha! I am sorry, but I will not do anything to my device unless there is an exploit found. Verizon and Samsung, just go away...
vazersecurity said:
Everyone is too scared to try haha! I am sorry, but I will not do anything to my device unless there is an exploit found. Verizon and Samsung, just go away...
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There is no need to apologize, everyone should make their own decisions based on their own criteria. But this is an option for those that choose to take it.
muniz_ri said:
There is no need to apologize, everyone should make their own decisions based on their own criteria. But this is an option for those that choose to take it.
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is not work my friend , am going try with NC4 , Kernel Unified_KK_Firmware
jmontalvo248 said:
is not work my friend , am going try with NC4 , Kernel Unified_KK_Firmware
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If you are talking about downgrading you are right and someone else already confirmed that you cannot downgrade the kernel to NC4 after updating to 4.4.4. This thread is for those that have not yet updated to 4.4.4.
The VPN data disconnects would be enough to throw $20 to make sure this works. Can tell you how annoying that is when working from my phone.
nosit1 said:
The VPN data disconnects would be enough to throw $20 to make sure this works. Can tell you how annoying that is when working from my phone.
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Putting a stock ROM together is rather straightforward so I'm pretty certain it works. And it's been downloaded 65 times so I suspect people are using it but for some reason choose to remain anonymous which is fine. But it would be nice to hear from someone that has tried it. Also, no donations are required but thank you nonetheless.
My safestrap (Safestrap-HLTEVZW-NC2-3.75-B04.apk) does not permit me to backup or restore anything. Can I perform the upgrade with wiping my user data?
twistedpos said:
My safestrap (Safestrap-HLTEVZW-NC2-3.75-B04.apk) does not permit me to backup or restore anything. Can I perform the upgrade with wiping my user data?
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Sounds like there is a problem with your current installation of safestrap. Since safestrap is critical to this process I recommend that you reinstall safestrap or even consider reflashing NC4 and safestrap before proceeding.
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
alt230 said:
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
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Neither of which have anything to do with your network speed or the server's network bandwidth and load.
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alt230 said:
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
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rofl
Works!
1. Did a full backup in Safestrap
2. Erased everything
3. Flashed N900V_NK1_100% rom
4. Restored just the /Data from backup
5. ODIN rebooted into download mode, ap > N900V_NK1_Stock_Kernel
5. Took 5 mins to come up, upgraded apps, had to close the setup wizard
6. System > 4.4.4 and Root status is still working!
Thanks much for this!
Awesome....this worked for me as well. Thanks!
Did exact same thing and Google play store keeps F/C....any suggestions?
gobucks41855 said:
Did exact same thing and Google play store keeps F/C....any suggestions?
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Make sure google play services is up to date.
OPINIONS
would you rather have a stock rooted 4.4.4 rom and delete bloatware and do tweaks on your own or stick it out with 4.4.2 and run a custom rom by a developer?
xlylegaman said:
would you rather have a stock rooted 4.4.4 rom and delete bloatware and do tweaks on your own or stick it out with 4.4.2 and run a custom rom by a developer?
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Be careful deleting apps which may cause stability issues due to dependencies. I recommend freezing apps instead.
Could this help find an exploit for those of us that took the update?
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*WARNING* - There have been at least two known hard bricks using this method. It has worked successfully for many people, including myself three times. However, with two hard bricks, this isn't something to go into without at least considering the possibility. The standard warning has always been in this thread (second paragraph), but consider yourself doubly warned. Now that we have root and TWRP on 5.0 stock, this method is all but obsolete. We're just waiting on the good devs to bring us superb Lollipop stock ROMs like SkyDragon by @HolyAngel and Jasmine by @hsbadr. Once those are out, this method should really only be used if you need "official" software on your phone. Or you can just wait for Verizon to push the actual OTA, which is probably technically safer than any custom flashing methods there are.
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**NOTE** - There are two stellar custom-stock ROMs here in the form of Jasmine v.5.0 and SkyDragon 3.0.0. There is no longer any need to use this method to upgrade to stock LP unless you just really need the software status to say "official". Download link & instructions at the following links:
SkyDragon G3 VS985 Edition Version 3.0.0
JasmineROM v5.0 Release [LP] [Stock] [Rooted] [Unmodified]
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Are you still here after reading that warning and looking at the great custom options? Read post # 148, then, if you really insist on being so daring as to try an obsolete method, I guess proceed on. Best of luck to you.
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For starters, this thread may be deemed unnecessary and/or redundant. If so, please accept my apologies and mods feel free to close the thread. This is an extension of this thread started by @annoyingduck. It's a start-to-finish way to flash 23A and keep all your apps. Rather than linking threads here, there and everywhere, I've compiled everything and put it all in one place, to try and keep down the number of questions in that thread (which is really supposed to be for devs to assist them in getting the info they need to make the wonderful stock ROMs we've all come to know and love). NONE of this information is original to me. I'm not that smart. All credit goes to the respective posters listed below.
Now, the usual disclaimer - I am not responsible if you brick your device by using any or all methods outlined below. They worked for me. They may or may not work for you. If you go down this path, you do so at your own risk and/or peril. Don't come crying to me in the unlikely event you can't figure it out or kill your phone!
Also, please take note right here right now, as this question will never be answered again by me in this thread. There is currently NO ROOT on 23A. Root will NOT be retained when you upgrade (in fact, it will be lost at the 12B KDZ step). Further, we do NOT know how to root stock Lollipop on Verizon at this point. So to answer your questions: NO, you will not have root on 23A at all, period, no matter what, until some smart dev is able to come up with a way to root it.
The good news is that you can downgrade back to 10B (the only root-able version) at any time and get back to rooted goodness and flashing rooted stock-KK or AOSP-Lollipop. I'm hopeful we'll get root eventually for stock Lollipop, but it's too soon for that.
First, you need to download several files. The first several have to do with KDZ'ing back to 10B, followed by 12B (you WILL LOSE DATA going back to 10B...back up everything!).
Things you will need:
Drivers from LG for the G3.
Two files from this download page - the 10B KDZ file (VS98510B_01.kdz) and the 23A update file (LG_VS985_12B-23A.dlpkgfile).
NEW 3/6/15 - The 23B (should be an OFFICIAL LP build) update is available here. Same as before, rename to .up and put it in the Software Update folder. Update from 12B stock.
The 12B KDZ file. (Alternate mirror.)
The LG Flash Tool 2014 (originally from this thread).
Now that you have those, we can move on to the directions. To KDZ back to 10B (followed by 12B after a few interim steps), you need to follow the procedure outlined here by annoyingduck. I'm quoting everything so it's all in one post, but linking back so those who made it get all the credit.
When flashing the 10B KDZ, you must use the "CSE Flash" option, because you're downgrading and getting rid of everything on your phone. You will lose ALL data, so copy your TiBu folder, your photos, files, etc. elsewhere first.
annoyingduck said:
-First remove any of the .tot flashing tools/programs that you may have already installed as they will conflict with the KDZ flashing tool.
-Download and install the latest LG drivers for your phone here (FYI I am linking the LG site directly instead of the file to ensure that you download the current up-to-date drivers): http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-VS985-Metallic-Black
-Download the VS985 10b KDZ file from here: http://downloads.codefi.re/autoprime/LG/LG_G3/VS985 and thank @autoprime in whatever manner you deem fit.
-*New* Mirror for 10b.01 KDZ: https://mega.co.nz/#!7ERgXJbI!2KxATJt7q-HWvAPbTfVrT3wGuwPjWCw70N65MVlgfWg md5: d228ba692ef0c4704cba0b00fad8b8ce
-Download the LG Flash Tool 2014 from this thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797190 and be sure to thank @quangnhut123 for his efforts. Also read that thread a bit so you understand how to fully use the tool exactly, but I will outline the process below.
-Extract the .zip folder to wherever you wish to keep it (desktop, downloads, etc).
-Copy the 10b KDZ file (or whatever KDZ your flashing) into the LG Flash Tool folder
-Power off your phone completely, hold volume up, plug in the usb cable, wait for any drivers to load, and you should then be in Download Mode
-Run LGFlashTool2014.exe (you may need to run as administer as its not an installed program, rather an executed one from wherever you saved the folder).
-You may need to install Visual C++ Runtime Library. If so, refer to the LG Flash Tool thread for more info on obtaining that.
-Select CDMA as your type
-Select Diag as your phone mode
-Select your KDZ file that you copied or pasted into the folder
-Choose the option of CSE Flash (this is a full wipe, you will lose your data). Do not choose Normal Flash when performing a downgrade, nothing good will come from doing that!! Another screen will open, just leave everything the way it is.
-Click the Start button and yet another window will appear showing a language selection screen. Just leave everything the way it is as Korean and hit OK. Don't worry, the tool is already set to flash in English.
-Wait until the Flash is done 100% and unplug/reboot... and that's it
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Ok, now that you're back to 10B, it's time to do some work there. You need to root your phone, install Titanium Backup and restore your backed up apps & their data. I prefer to use the IOroot method. So root, then install all your apps. After that, it's time to update to 12B. You're doing the same thing you did with 10B, except this time you are choosing "Normal Flash", not CSE flash, because you're upgrading. Once you've done that, you will be upgraded to 12B and will have lost root. Here is more from annoyingduck:
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-Restore apps, and select system data items you want restored (aka: call log, sms/mms messages, wifi access points, bluetooth pairings) via Titanium
-KDZ to 12b, but this time choose NORMAL flash. No bootloops because it's an upgrade
-Root is now lost, but atleast all your apps and data are already there
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Now we're going to update to 23A using a method described here by justiz33.
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Do not attempt unless you are sure of yourself and have a high percentage of battery left.
if you are on 12B and NONROOT, you can put the update on /storage/external_SD/SoftwareUpdate/23A.up (**hokie note - FYI, I had to put mine on the internal SD in a SoftwareUpdate folder for this to work; it wouldn't flash when on the external SD card. Don't forget to rename your update downloaded above to "23A.up")
then download and install Activity Launcher (**hokie note - Here's a play store link.)
then in Activity Launcher use the drop down to switch between ALL ACTIVITY.
scroll down to the bottom area and look for either 'Software Update' or com.lge.permission (**hokie note - Mine was titled a little differently, something like com.lge.fotaupdate.permission.)
click the dropdown and expand the list.
look for DmcEzUpdateStart and click it.
You should be on a black screen with FOTA UPDATE written, just sit on that screen and wait 3 min and it will then say 'Shutting Down'
It should reboot and start the update.
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annoyingduck said:
-Be prepared to wait a while while all that bloat and user apps optimize in ART!!
-Put your internal sd card data you pulled earlier back on your phone
-Cry now, because its a nice build and your stuck without root. No more saving your app data with Titanium or removing the load of ****e Verizon has put into it...... unless a root method is found.
-You can KDZ or TOT back to stock, re-root, bump recovery, flash 12b radio, and restore your backup if you can't live without root....which I will be doing again shortly because my OCD won't allow me to function with apps like NFL mobile embedded in my phone!! Just wanted to outline a method for you guys.
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So there you have it, you're on Verizon official stock Lollipop (23A) for the G3! Now, there's a lot of bloat on there, which you can disable at will. This is a list of apps that are safe to disable, courtesy roirraW "edor" ehT and typed up by yours truly.
Can Be Uninstalled said:
Farmville
iHeartRadio
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Can Be Disabled said:
Amazon
Amazon app suite
Amazon Kindle
Amazon MP3
Appstore
Audible
Cloud
DT Ignite
FamilyBase Companion
Favorite Contacts Widget
FIle Manager
Google Play Books
Google Play Games
Google Play Movies & TV
Google Play Music
Google Play Newsstand
Google+
LG TTS+
Message+
Music
Music
My InfoZone
My Verizon Mobile
NFL Mobile
SLacker
Support & Protection
Verizion Location Agent
VZ Navigator
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After disabling most of that (I think I left one or two I use on, like G+, Google Books, etc), my G3 is happily up & running without issue. Some have discovered issues with their installs.
The only issue I've had is gmail not syncing on WiFi. I've tried everything I (and the community) can think of and am unable to fix the no-notifications-on-WiFi bug. Unfortunately I'm not alone, but it doesn't affect everyone. So, be forewarned, this is a semi-widespread bug. Everything else I experienced about this build is absolutely wonderful, save for that one bug.
Once you're done, you should be greeted by some notifications similar to these...and a software info screen that looks like this. With the bloat disabled, Antutu treated me well with a score over 41K. That's without any tweaking at all obviously since there is no root yet. I only miss two things about root - Titanium Backup and the ability to change DPI (to my preferred 600). Aside from that and the bloat (which is disabled), I'm quite happy as it is.
There you have it folks...if you want to be an early stock Lollipop adopter on the Verizon G3, this is how to do it! To answer the other inevitable question, yes you can downgrade back to 10B, root and install bumped TWRP without issue.
Special thanks to @annoyingduck for most everything how-to above, @justiz33 for the easy 12B-to-23A path, @roirraW "edor" ehT for the safe-to-disable list, Team Codefire for the files, @autoprime for IOroot & @quangnhut123 for the LG Flash Tool. If any one of you takes issue with how your posts are represented, please don't hesitate to PM me and I'll do what it takes to fix it.
Last, but not least, please do not quote this entire ginormous post in responses. It's unnecessary and insane. Thanks in advance. :fingers-crossed:
Do you have the MD5 for LG_VS985_12B-23A.dlpkgfile? (The update 12B to 23A MD5sum) i cant seem to find it but mine is
478a14b37b34e353722022e547fb2894
KShion619 said:
Do you have the MD5 for LG_VS985_12B-23A.dlpkgfile? (The update 12B to 23A MD5sum) i cant seem to find it but mine is
478a14b37b34e353722022e547fb2894
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I just downloaded it again on my PC and checked the one on my phone. Both match: 85f01bfdefb4615328a29300a3625b64
Well this is new, and nifty.
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Also, fyi, disabling and re-enabling account sync did NOT fix my Wi-Fi gmail sync problem. Deleting and re-adding my Google account didn't either. Hate it, but I might have to try a factory reset. Perish the thought.
EDIT - Battery life is looking pretty darn good to me too.
I have the world's worst Windows machine and I'm having problems with the LG flash tool working. It just freezes every time I try and use it. I'm currently on the 11c build and with root and TWRP. Could I just restore the stock recovery, take the OTA to 12b, unroot within superuser, and then use the above method to get to lollipop?
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I have the world's worst Windows machine and I'm having problems with the LG flash tool working. It just freezes every time I try and use it. I'm currently on the 11c build and with root and TWRP. Could I just restore the stock recovery, take the OTA to 12b, unroot within superuser, and then use the above method to get to lollipop?
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If you're able to do that, I don't see why it wouldn't work; but I don't think it has been tried, at least that I've seen, so you'd be the guinea pig.
As far as flash tool, do you have any TOT flashing tools/programs installed? Are you sure the driver is properly installed? Try seeing if you can see your device with adb. It comes with the ioroot package linked in the OP. Enable USB debugging, plug it in and set it to internet/ethernet mode. Then launch a command prompt in the adb folder and see if you can see your device by typing "adb devices".
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If you're able to do that, I don't see why it wouldn't work; but I don't think it has been tried, at least that I've seen, so you'd be the guinea pig.
As far as flash tool, do you have any TOT flashing tools/programs installed? Are you sure the driver is properly installed? Try seeing if you can see your device with adb. It comes with the ioroot package linked in the OP. Enable USB debugging, plug it in and set it to internet/ethernet mode. Then launch a command prompt in the adb folder and see if you can see your device by typing "adb devices".
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Well, I wasn't able to OTA from 11c to 12b. I keep getting an error. My issue with the flash tool is it freezes before the flash process. It freezes at around 7 percent after plugging the phone in. Im pretty sure the drivers are correctly installed.
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Well, I wasn't able to OTA from 11c to 12b. I keep getting an error. My issue with the flash tool is it freezes before the flash process. It freezes at around 7 percent after plugging the phone in. Im pretty sure the drivers are correctly installed.
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Hmm. Sorry; without being at your computer to play with it, there isn't a whole lot I can think of other than the drivers. Did you check whether you can access the phone via adb?
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Hmm. Sorry; without being at your computer to play with it, there isn't a whole lot I can think of other than the drivers. Did you check whether you can access the phone via adb?
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I'll check when I get home and see if adb is working. Thanks for your help.
hokiealumnus said:
The only issue I've had is gmail not syncing on WiFi. I turned off, then re-enabled account syncing. I'll report back if that doesn't fix it when I'm back on WiFi.
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A resolution has been had! Deleting my google account didn't work, nor did toggling sync. What worked was a kind suggestion by @Crsdr37 from the bug thread.
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Use the built in LG backup app. Do a factory reset through settings and your sync issues should be resolved was for me anyways.
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I'll give that a try, thanks! I honestly just ignored the built-in backup and didn't realize it would do downloaded apps. That's quite handy. Thanks for the tip, I'll report back whether it works. :fingers-crossed:
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Wow, that worked incredibly well; pretty much equally as good as TiBu. Seems it fixed my gmail-on-wifi issue too. Thanks for the tip!
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Like I said there, that thing is just as good as TiBu. Now the only real reason I miss root is the inability to change DPI. Sure, I'd rather have it de-bloated than have to disable a bunch of stuff, but disabled is nearly as good. I'm very pleased with this build.
Now @hsbadr & @HolyAngel are working diligently to try and get a custom stock ROM going for us, but in the mean time I'm happy to stick it out on unrooted stock. For now.
Thanks - this worked great. Software status says modified, is there a way to change that back since we're stock again?
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Hmm. Sorry; without being at your computer to play with it, there isn't a whole lot I can think of other than the drivers. Did you check whether you can access the phone via adb?
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So this is where I get stuck within the flash tool.
Ignite023 said:
Thanks - this worked great. Software status says modified, is there a way to change that back since we're stock again?
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Huh...good question. Following the path above, mine says Official. Screenshot is here. You're not the first to report that though, so I'm not really sure what makes the difference, sorry.
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Huh...good question. Following the path above, mine says Official. Screenshot is here. You're not the first to report that though, so I'm not really sure what makes the difference, sorry.
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I don't know if this is the case here, but I think I've noticed even someone's rooted and they successfully unroot and restore stock everything, something is left behind and the status is modified, whereas if going straight from completely stock to 23A results in Official.
Sent from my VK810 4G
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I don't know if this is the case here, but I think I've noticed even someone's rooted and they successfully unroot and restore stock everything, something is left behind and the status is modified, whereas if going straight from completely stock to 23A results in Official.
Sent from my VK810 4G
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Very interesting. Using the method in the OP I was indeed rooted on 10B to install my apps with TiBu, then the upgrade to 12B took root away (leaving the apps). I wonder if it has to do with the method for root? Could stump root be different than ioroot maybe?
@jlvlawrence, what method did you use to root on 10B?
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Very interesting. Using the method in the OP I was indeed rooted on 10B to install my apps with TiBu, then the upgrade to 12B took root away (leaving the apps). I wonder if it has to do with the method for root? Could stump root be different than ioroot maybe?
@jlvlawrence, what method did you use to root on 10B?
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Mine's on official. I wasn't sure until I checked. I had my apps installed with Titanium Backup under 12B before I flashed the OTA. After trying it out I found my WIFI was constantly trying to turn on, so I did a factory reset and it was good after that.
I used Stump under 10B, for the record.
My phone overall seems snappier from the factory reset. It's probably a good idea for folks to so, period.
KDZ to 10B, root & restore apps, KDZ to 12B, initiate OTA to 23A, backup with LG utility, factory reset, login and restore from LG backup.
Sounds like a lot, but it is worth it, at least IMHO.
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My phone overall seems snappier from the factory reset. It's probably a good idea for folks to so, period.
KDZ to 10B, root & restore apps, KDZ to 12B, initiate OTA to 23A, backup with LG utility, factory reset, login and restore from LG backup.
Sounds like a lot, but it is worth it, at least IMHO.
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Doesn't 12B have the LG Backup too? Save restoring with TB if so. Might have to play with this.
Huh, not sure.
...and darnit, not getting notifications again. There must be something in the backup. I'll try it again and only back up my apps with nothing else and see if that fixes it.
I know it successfully got an email before restoring the backup. Hmm. Might have to just download the apps fresh the lollipop way. Hate to lose that data though.
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Huh, not sure.
...and darnit, not getting notifications again. There must be something in the backup. I'll try it again and only back up my apps with nothing else and see if that fixes it.
I know it successfully got an email before restoring the backup. Hmm. Might have to just download the apps fresh the lollipop way. Hate to lose that data though.
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Keep us posted if you make any progress on eliminating the quirks.
If you are on 35b (rooted or unrooted) without TWRP here is a simple guide to get TWRP and rooted Marshmallow 46A on your phone. This is all info available in various threads here on XDA (typically mentioned by roirraW "edor" ehT) and I take no credit for any of this work. After going thru the process yesterday I simply thought it would make it easy for others to find everything in one place with links. Standard disclaimer : use this method at your own risk
1.Use the TOT method to return to 10B (backup your data, this will wipe your phone) http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-lg-g3/general/restore-verizon-to-stock-t2827878
The most helpful posts in this thread were the OP, #9 and #236 note: if this doesn't work for you look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-lg-g3/general/ks-version-error-downgrade-trouble-t3306028
2. Root your phone (now on 10B) using Stump http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/orig-development/root-stump-root-lg-g3-sprint-verizon-t2850906
3. After rooted Install SuperSu https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu&hl=en
4. After SuperSU is installed install TWRP using TWRP manager https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jmz.soft.twrpmanager
5. Reboot into TWRP recovery and factory reset (just to be safe)
6. Flash 35B bootstack from TWRP recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-lg-g3/development/xdabbeb-s-vs980-2-0-0-t3231279
7. Wipe data/cache within TWRP
8. Flash 46A in TWRP link to stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...t/vs985-46a-stock-flashable-firmware-t3304365 Or use the rom of your choice
9. Reboot to system (do not install superSU from TWRP if using the link above)
For ease of installation I suggest downloading everything to your PC first then create a folder on your SD card called flash and copying the needed apk and zip files to that folder before you get started. This way you won’t have to sign into your google account in 10B to download the APK for SuperSu and TWRP manager. Use apkmirror or a similar site to download what you need.
Any issues to report on running 46A? Any issues with having an SD card?
No issues, I flashed stock 46A yesterday and everything has worked perfectly so far. No problems with SD card, (Sony 32Gb Class 10-UHS1) I mostly have it for photos and music. I have only disabled/uninstalled some preinstalled apps and flashed the hotspot mod so far. Can't comment on battery life, needs a few days to settle.
Are you still able to downgrade back to 35B, if need be?
Not sure haven't tried but I assume this method would work
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Not sure haven't tried but I assume this method would work
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I am trying to downgrade, but it fails. It fails with model information check FAIL! I have downgraded before without a problem. Is there a fix for this or am I doing something wrong?
I don't know, you will probably get a better answer in one of the other threads. You may also have to try the alternate method of the tot method doesn't work.
chadhoard said:
I am trying to downgrade, but it fails. It fails with model information check FAIL! I have downgraded before without a problem. Is there a fix for this or am I doing something wrong?
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I think I answered you in another thread where you asked. Use the 10B TOT method with the new 35B .DLL that came inside in the 35B KDZ, available in the other thread I referenced in my other answer.
roirraW "edor" ehT said:
I think I answered you in another thread where you asked. Use the 10B TOT method with the new 35B .DLL that came inside in the 35B KDZ, available in the other thread I referenced in my other answer.
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You did!! Everything worked and I am up and running!! Thank you!
Would you happen to know, before I start searching, if Xposed works? If so, where I would be able to downlload it?
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You did!! Everything worked and I am up and running!! Thank you!
Would you happen to know, before I start searching, if Xposed works? If so, where I would be able to downlload it?
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Great, glad to hear it. Xposed works for me. I always have to Google for:
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xposed lollipop
I'm pretty sure the Marshmallow xposed can be reached that way too. I think SDK23 is Marshmallow, so that's what you'll look for in the different Xposed flashables.
I have an issue and I had it before I did the above steps I was just hoping upgrading to 6.0 would fix the problem. My G3 boots into the fine but the wireless says "turning On" for about 1 minute and then it finally turns on and asks to connect to my home wireless, I enter the password and within 2 minutes the phone shuts down and will not go past the Red V Verizon screen, it just keeps rebooting. I can go back into TWRP and wipe it and it will boot back into 6.0 again. I was able to turn the wireless off before it went on and side loaded 25 diffenent apps and was able to use the phone for 4 hours without any issues but then I thought I would try the wireless again and it took like 4 minutes to finally turn on then as soon as I connected to a wireless network (office network this time) within 2 minutes it shut down. I was able surf the web and get on Google play store before it shut down but then it went back to the endless reboot loop..
My thoughts are that I might be able to flash a bootstrap update and I am not completely sure if a new one came in the 6.0 Android updated listed above actually came with one and if not I am not sure which one to use.
This all started in middle of December when the daily CM updates went from 5.1 to 6.0 overnight and everything got messed up. I was over trying to fix it so I ordered myself a Nexus 6P for Christmas and then life was good till I ran over it yesterday with my Jeep and destroyed it.. So back to trying to get the G3 working...
thanks for the help
Doug
Doug, What a strange problem. If you use the TOT method to go back to 10B then turn on the Wi-Fi in 10B does it still lock up and boot loop?
I can confirm this method works and I had no issues except for steps that i misread and had to repeat..
I used to be on Rooted on 35B with no Recovery. Now I am on 46A rooted with Recovery.
I am having an issue with a checksum fail on 46a during the twrp install, any suggestions?
(file d-loaded onto PC then copied into the phone memory download folder)
Nesbocaj said:
I am having an issue with a checksum fail on 46a during the twrp install, any suggestions?
(file d-loaded onto PC then copied into the phone memory download folder)
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Did you verify the md5 on your pc before copying to your sd card?
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Did you verify the md5 on your pc before copying to your sd card?
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Yes.
Second try: I d-loaded directly into the phone mem and flashed that, seems to have done the job overnight (!!! ), restoring applications right now.
Thank you for the most excellent guide, not that simple (for me), but very well done.
The phone has become un-rooted with this last flash, TWRP app will not load. OK reloaded and back.
Glad it helped you. I spent several hours reading the forums and installing and wanted to save others some time. Everything was here already just not easy to put the pieces together.
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Doug, What a strange problem. If you use the TOT method to go back to 10B then turn on the Wi-Fi in 10B does it still lock up and boot loop?
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Yes it did the same thing in 10B, I was hoping install 6.0 would help the issue but it does the same thing. I can get the wireless to work maybe for a minute, maybe for 30 minutes but then it shuts down and will not boot again till I do a factory reset.
duglas said:
Yes it did the same thing in 10B, I was hoping install 6.0 would help the issue but it does the same thing. I can get the wireless to work maybe for a minute, maybe for 30 minutes but then it shuts down and will not boot again till I do a factory reset.
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Hardware issue perhaps.
wait how do you know if you are on 35b?
As we all know, Tungkick's Root Method by TOT instructions, are to be observed and followed step-by-step in order to achieve proper root on this device. One of the instructions is to leave the settings in LGUP, as "Refurbished".
Well, after accidentally flashing a zip file on my H900, my phone went through several boot loops and started giving me a headache from Hell. After considering the instructions by Tungkick, I thought, "What would Wesley do?" Think outside the box. Since I had not set my phone to MTP, I was not able to make any type of connection with the LG Bridge app, but once I crossed my fingers, ran LGUP and chose the "Ugrade" option, the phone rebooted like out of the box, and the good thing about this is that YOU DON'T LOSE YOUR DATA (pics, music, call logs, etc....) The recent lags my phone had been experimenting, went away and I was able to recover all my data using LG Bridge.
So, there. I hope this comes in handy for anyone experimenting issues and are Rooted.
Do you have a tutorial? Or links to this! I have the same issue please.
Nvm found the information tnx.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att...g-h900-real-tot-make-tungkick-t3336317/page44
what zip did u flash? if u got bootloop with "fail *something*" on the top left, it's because u didnt unlock bootloader using fastboot (dev setting is not enough)
make123 said:
Do you have a tutorial? Or links to this! I have the same issue please.
Nvm found the information tnx.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att...g-h900-real-tot-make-tungkick-t3336317/page44
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Follow Tungkick's tutorial to "re-root" your phone, but instead of selecting "Refurbish", you'll select "Upgrade".
It's that simple.
If you have Xposed, you'll need to reflash it using Flashfire, and you'll have to re-install BusyBox. The rest of your apps keep the data, just as a computer would if you would to do an "upgrade" with the "without losing your files" option or something like that...sorry, it's been a long week.