yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Lmao I just used Supersu. After I allowed it once with Supersu I didn't need to allow again for freegee

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I was able to root and unlock walking around the mall after picking this phone up. Within 5 minutes I was rooted and unlocked thanks to framaroot and freegee and downloading a rom lol
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Cool. I never said I wouldn't add it to the OP. I will now that I've checked it out. So Thanks:good:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Glad I could help people who don't have a readily available computer with Internet (like this guy) lol
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
New LG USB Drivers 3.10.1

Framaroot added. Root/Unlock all on your phone. Thanks AFschizoid.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
Anyone having these issue ?

im on completely stock zvc. Root using ZV9-ZVB-Universal-Root .

Reboots fine. go to do the unlock bootloader using FreeGee-0.5_Sprint

reboot and softbrick it is.

reinstall the stock rom do the steps above again freezes on lg logo and doesnt do anything

3rd time reinstall stock ,i root using method above, install goo manager install recovery, install supersu 1.65 by chainfire now i get some su binary error that there is no su binary ... and twrp recovery wasnt installed

is there something wrong with free gee? su ? phone any ideas now i have installed zvc for like the 4th time tonight seeing what could be wrong

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[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Did you download the freegee app from the play store to unlock? Sounds like you're trying to do the computer unlock which doesn't work for the most recent updates.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
And if you use framaroot, you will need to select Supersu in the corner and use the gandalf method like so.

After it says success, reboot.

Then go to the market, download the freegee app and run that to unlock
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
All of this ^^^^^

That version of FreeGee is almost a year old. We're up to 1.2.2 I think.

Everything you did was right though.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
Your both correct i didn't read the thread properly where it said to grab it from the play store. Downloading now and ill report back. Thanks

btw i used framaroot this time and grabbed the most recent version of freegee 1.2.3 ,report in a few if goo manager works
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
So how's it looking
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
Ok used Framaroot 1.6.0 and downloaded Freegee 1.2.3 ,

Rooted Successfully

Free Gee Asked to install twrp 2.5.0.0 went through all of it at the end it says Yay !

phone reboots like it should now its not hanging up at all.

but im trying to get into recovery pressing volume up and home button then power waiting for LG logos and im not getting into recovery at all

did i do something wrong or am i trying to get into recovery incorrectly ?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
If it unlocked then holding vol up and power will take you to the unlocked bootloader screen. From there vol down twice and then either power button or menu button, not quite awake yet, but that will take you to twrp. I'll upload in a minute the screen I think your getting, you tell me if I'm right
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Vol up+ power gets fastboot. Then down twice, then power for recovery.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
Yup Its correct its Im in recovery now everything is working fine Thanks alot everyone now, can i remove this freegee since its my brother in laws and dont want him to screw it up after i give him back his phone lol ! I never wanna see this phone again !
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Glad to help. I didn't have any help and it was a pain in the ass. Although, to be fair, I didn't ask for help either because I prefer to read and learn on my own no matter how many times I stumble

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And also I would make a zip of the freegee folder and then save that in a cloud service like Google drive so if you delete the folder (or whoever) and need to relock later you can just put the zip on the SD card, extract it, and relock. My personal opinion anyways

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But other than that yes you can remove it lol sorry I'm still half asleep
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
yeah i just missed the part where it said to grab the freegee from the market. im glad i posted in here though because if it would of been my phone after the second restore it would of met the wall or floor lmao ! and i followed the advice on backing up the internal freegee folder it made. Now im gonna install titanium app for him and remove the stuff he didn't want after backing it all up.im also half asleep i went to bed thist morning after posting this and i left him with no phone lol.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
You only need the app for bootloader unlock/relock, or efs backup/restore. Other than that no reason for it
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
ok thanks i appreciate all the help from you and engine,cant press thanks anymore due to a 8 thank you limit !

just installed goo manager now update recovery to 2.6.3.0

everything is working great. Thanks to you both now its back to sleep for me !
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
AF did most of the work. I was too slow, so I ended up just backing him up. :)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Just trying to help people with issues I've experienced lol, just in a different way than most due to me using framaroot from the beginning
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
After all this help from you guys and all the flashing stock something triggered a error 16 , called sprint told me if i changed anything i said no they told me to power down n should work. Tried to flash back to stock using lg tool which worked all previous time now kept giving me a error about device being different or wrong dll. I did everything exactly as before , so decided to call a second time explain first time didnt work they called my phine told me to reboot and it working again even though i had factory reset. Installed all root apps back and pray to god doesnt mess up on him lol this phone is a headache ! But i apreciate the quick responses .
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
At least you're up and running. Never heard of error 16.

It's weird how some phones take everything you throw at them, and some are just finicky.

This phone is just different from how most people are used to. It's not bad once used to it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
The error 16 seems to be because you're activating a 'second' phone with the same meid and sprint just wants to make sure the phone wasn't cloned
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Eddy315west:
I never heard of it either till yesterday but it got resolved. And yes its true some phones can handle everything and some are beyond picky.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] CSOS:
Absolutly wonderful.

Easiest Root and UNLOCK evar!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] nex91:
In my case in software version stay " E97510g-232-10 ". So it isnt zvb,zv7,8,9... How should i know which version it is? Tnx
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Your in the wrong forum. This forum is for ls970. You have the e975 which I want to say is the international version

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Here is the lgnpst thread you want

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2441586
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Mindspin_311:
So I just rooted and unlocked. Noticed something odd, but maybe Im over analyzing...

When rebooting, the LG logo flashes for a moment, then the screen goes blank, turns off, then turns back on, LG logo comes back, screen goes blank for a moment, then the boot animation/sound runs.

Should I be concerned?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
I get that too... I think it's normal
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
Pretty sure that's part of the 'secure boot' thing lg has on the phone
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Lrod0175:
+1

Actually we are supposed to get a google logo first then the lg logo, but lg replaced it with theirs.

OpTimuS Stock Optimized
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Updated, cleaned up, and some minor changes.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Thanks to [MENTION=4463893]israphil622[/MENTION], made me check into Framaroot some more. This is not a long-term root.

If you're going to be flashing other Rom's, it's fine.

But if you're staying with factory Rom with root, then use fiddy619 Universal root.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Updated Mac/Apple info

Added Link to ZVC Stock Rooted ROM

Updated walkthrough on FreeGee. Seeing as how I've finally trashed my phone enough, that I have to use the SBL Unlock. Which is the norm anymore.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Diablo67:
Excelent job on the root mod brother,used the Framaroot method and it works great.I get the LG splash for a second then it always goes straight to the boot ani.Now i can start working on making some roms for it,hahaha.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
Excellent! What you man on making?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Diablo67:
Not sure yet,setting everything back up on my buildbox now,still pondering at the moment.Hahaha.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Whoa...someone from the A500 forum? Nice! That thing died waaay before its time. Dam Acer
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Diablo67:
Best tablet i've owned yet.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] TemplaPR:
root

which is the most easy and prove root system for the lg op g
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
I've always used fiddy's universal root on this phone :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dustbuckets:
freegee broke after new release

Anyone have an older version of the apk?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Just a little info for everybody.

FreeGee is going through some changes lately. Mostly because of KK and I think, because all versions of the LGOG are coming closer together.

I'll do a rewrite shortly. Shelnutt2 is still pushing updates to it, so when he slows down I'll do it.

My recommendation, and Shel mentions it in FreeGee, JUST DO THE MAKO RECOVERY. Your going to need it eventually anyway.

The difference between the 2 installable versions?

Mako is the old SBL unlock. It has the Google logo on startup and a written menu to recovery.

The other version, in my opinion, is just to satisfy those that prefer the LG logo on bootup. It DOES NOT have a written menu and you have to navigate blind. And as I said before, your going to need the mako version eventually.

Also, when you install the new FreeGee it installs a TWRP or CWM that is compatible with all versions of Android to date. Including KK.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Please read the above post also. ^^^^^^^^^

If you look in the "Working Recoveries" section of this thread, there is a link to Flashable versions of the new recoveries.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
You da man [MENTION=1280108]engine95[/MENTION]! Thanks for always keeping our heads on our shoulders!:D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Thanks and your welcome. We just have sooooo many changes lately that I'm just trying to simplify it somewhat.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
[MENTION=1280108]engine95[/MENTION] I noticed the new twrp shel provided doesn't back up efs... Should this be a concern? What you recommend?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
That's interesting. I never even noticed.

I don't think it's a concern if you've done it already.

Here's my paranoid opinion. Lol

I made a backup of my EFS with the stock ZVC in Freegee and TWRP. I also backed up stock ZVC.That's the only way I'll restore EFS because I think that's how it was designed.

There's just tooo many variables with CM/ASOP. Especially now with KK and all its changes.

I also keep/have TWRP 2.5.0.0 on hand because that's the only fully reliable TWRP. And it's what my backups were done with.

I flash 2.5.0.0 for my stockish ROMS. And 2.6.3.? for CM/ASOP lately

Although tonight I've been converting all my backups to 2.6.3.0 to see if it'll with with everything.

Sorry for the ramble, but hopefully it all makes sense. :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
Never mind... It does back them up just doesn't give you the little efs check box in the backup menu :o
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
[MENTION=4620435]PartimusPrime[/MENTION] you had to have done something to get it to back up EFS. I have 4, 2.6.3.0 backups and none of them have EFS. Both Stock and CM.

So what did you do?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] PartimusPrime:
Sorry *facepalm* pretend I didn't post that last comment :silly:

I had restored my ZVC backup to update my PRL and noticed that after I updated the PRL and created a new backup the script said it was backing up EFS. I now realize that it was because I had created the backup in 2.5.0.0 and when I restored it, the recovery was restored as well.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Whew.... thought I was losing it. ;) No worries.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] apshel:
How root ZVC?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
It's in the OP. Use fiddy619 universal root. It roots all of our versions.

If your gonna root, unlock and flash another ROM, then you can use framaroot. But don't use it if you're gonna leave it stock.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Why shouldn't you use framaroot if you are leaving it stock?

EDIT: I checked the OP and went to the framaroot thread as you stated but still not seeing the info. I rooted a few months ago with framaroot and am still running stock zvc. Ive flashed a ton of other stuff but always go back to stock. Have had zero issues thus far but now I'm worried, lol.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
I don't think you need to worry and it took me a while to find it again....but here is what the Framaroot OP states in his FAQ. What I made bold is the reason.

Why framaroot doesn't root anymore after I update my device ?

Because framaroot exploit security holes present in several devices which has been patched with update you have done, so exploits can't root your device anymore.Framaroot's exploits have a very short life to keep your device "less exposed" to others malicious application. Keep in mind that framaroot is not a permanent rooting application.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Oh ok, I did see that. I knew updates could be an issue already. Phew, and thanks! Lol.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
I'm not positive about this but....

I think Framaroot can affect the Kernel somehow. It was it the thread but its buried now and it's also been updated since I first posted it.

fiddy619 universal, has no ill effects because, (and I'm not sure if this is how we are still rooting the LG) something to do with a folder, I think.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Hmmm, if that's the case maybe it's because I've been using Viper kernel? :fingers-crossed: fiddy619 universal is what I used the first time I had this phone - anytime I can root from linux that's usually what I go with. The glass back broke within a week of having it and when I got my new one I used framaroot. The first time I went into recovery after rooting and using freegee I made a stock backup, then flashed Viper and went from there. All has been good to far. :victory: Lol.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Doh!!! I completely forgot about kernel rooting. Thanks. :o
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
Take OTA update

Use that universal root

Install freegee + TWRP

Then I can flash roms to my heart content. Sounds easy
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
You got it. The TWRP in FreeGee will let you flash all the ROMs. Kk included.

Use the mako version unlock also. It's the recommended one.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
Where is the instructions for that or is that built into freegee? I haven't got my phone yet but should be here in a couple of days. Just trying to picture out the steps for I don't accidentally brick.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
On my phone, but the most current instructions are on post #359, 360. FreeGee will pretty much walk you thru the unlocking. Shel's done an awesome job... As usual.

Edit. FreGee is still going thru changes so I really can't write it up yet.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] drancid:
couldn't get root zv9 yet.

Thanks for the instruction anyway. :thumbup:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
edited for a misunderstanding. Fixed through PM.

Sarcasm - perceived or implied, is hard to tell in writing. Or without knowing the person.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Crwolv:
Thanx for helping peeps with your guide bro :)

You are fine and most dont give credit when its due because there off reading diff sections of threads. You did great and its no copy!!! Trust me man. Being a charity recording artist and senior member here is thankless sometimes. I help a ton of people without even a simple thank you click, I even was Mainly instrumental in our nickname of this device(made thread) LGOG and no one had mentioned it. I was the first person to tell all here about zv9 and that it was ICS . But hey WE know the good we do and its why we do it bro. Cuz we love to feel good when we help. God bless. The credit is in our hearts
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AdriVelazquez:
My apologies, my comment was misconstrued to a negative connotation. I meant it sincerely, and I was glad that a link to my guide was even mentioned in this guide.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
My apologies to you then. There's 2 words that, still, just hit me wrong. "My guide"

Honestly, if I had even looked at your thread, and used any part of it, I definately would have said so. The last thing I want to do is steal anybody's work.

I'll modify my above post.

Again, I'm sorry I took that wrong. :o
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Does anybody know if this will work for ATT or the International version of the LGOG?

And for anybody using CWM, what is the format that it needs to be changed to for the backups to work? From .bedup to ??? And does it work?

Thanks
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Updated again.

And new reference to Version 1.5 of the GAIO
[Sprint LG Optimus G] TheShadow1:
GAIO uses freegee and all functions work on both Linux and Windows. Great collection of knowledge you have here, excellent job
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Which version of FreeGee? 0.5 or 0.5.4?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] TheShadow1:
.5. The only way to get the other version is through the paid app right? it doesn't matter anyways because the GAIO installs any recovery you want
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Yes .5.4 is paid app. I was just thinking that the newer version might help you with your todo list. I cant remember what i saw that caught my eye.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] TheShadow1:
Oh i know how to implement my todo list. I just kind of have to find time to do it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Cool and understandable. :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] interloper:
Best post evar!!!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Added a link to ZV9 Kernel update zip. Flashable in TWRP or CWM. jokersax posted this and I don't want it to get buried. Also I didn't want to start a new thread for it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] neno2323:
Excuse my noobie question. . But does this mean zv9 is rootable?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
This kernel is not rootable. Yet. Its just the stock zv9 in a flashable zip. Not noob, good question.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] tduck:
I've been having issues trying to root using the method in this thread. Whenever I get to the "restore" screen on the phone, I can't select the "Restore" option - the button seems to be inactive. I can press the "Don't restore" option.... but what's the difference? Help!!!

Thanks guys.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Re: [GUIDE] Updated 1-15-13 Step-by-Step ROOT and UNLOCKING

Try running as administrator.

This is actually a question.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
Added info about how ZV9 CANNOT be rooted. And DO NOT take the ZV9 Update. Also added another spot for Adri's Soft brick Guide, because the same posts keep popping up. :confused:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
Wow this was the easiest phone to unlock holy hell. All I had to go was do the universal root -> hit the mako unlock button and im done? Takes like 4 minutes from stock -> to CM11 jesus this phone is awesome.

thanks for the guide
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dsmith92:
Universal Root

The universal root did not work for my optimus g, I had the same software and everything, it didn't show up on the program so a rooted my device using the app and it was successful and that was last week, I'm running dirty unicorn and after a while my home button stops working and when the phone goes off it gets stuck boot loading until I reflash the ROM any help
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
So you used Framaroot to get root? Also universal root you may have to run as admin/not admin. DL Root checker from the Playstore to check for root. Although, you have to have root to install recovery and dirty unicorn.

As for your recovery, which one are you running? TWRP 2.5.0.0, 2.6.3.0, KK2.6.3.3? In recovery, make sure you do a Factory reset. Then in Advanced wipe /system /data/ dalvic /cache. Just NOT internal storage. Then reinstall your ROM.

For dirty unicorn, and this is your decision, it was pre-KK, so I'd use 2.5.0.0.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Yeah it definitely is now, that's the good thing about the phone coming out towards the end of 2012, devs have had lots of time with it! I was rooted and unlocked before I left Best Buy, lmao. Experiences differ tho! It is an amazing piece of hardware but as I've stated multiple times, it can be fickle.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dsmith92:
Yea I used framaroot and my recovery is the latest twrp, and when I did the root checker it showed I have root but it also said that the root wasn't for long term factory ROMs so I was wondering if thats why its messing up but I'm not sure, any ideas?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
It's very possible. In the Framaroot thread it mentions that in the FAQ. If your gonna stay on stock, then use fiddy root. If you're just gonna flash other ROMs then it's fine.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
It may be. I also used framaroot months ago and have had zero issues but fiddy's universal root is the preferred method for that reason. I honestly think the long term factory rom warning was meant because of OTA's that will break the gandalf exploit when they come through. But OTA's in general from the manufacturer will break root, something you don't have to worry about when using a custom AOSP based rom or Cyanogenmod, etc. The first time I rooted I used fiddy's and was on zvb, when zvc came through, it soft bricked my phone.

So basically use fiddy (especially if framaroot gives you issues), but if you stay on stock after rooting with either, do not accept any OTA updates from Sprint.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dsmith92:
Ok, so should I reflash my ROM again?? Or try rooting my device with the u oversold again?? What if it doesn't work??

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Ok so i should try to run the universal root, what if it doesnt work and also, when i type, even though im not using the stock android keyboard, i get an error when i type saying the android keyboard AOSP has crashed.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
MAJOR EDIT: My last reply was WAY too long especially because I just reiterated what [MENTION=1280108]engine95[/MENTION] has already said. So I deleted it. That's what I get for skipping over messages. Anyway, the root warning shouldn't be a big deal if you are no longer on stock. As for the dirty unicorn keyboard error, if you followed engines wipe advice, are you sure you are using the proper gapps? Dirty Unicorns is Android 4.3 right? So make sure you are installing Banks Gapps for 4.3. Sometimes you can get away with gapps core(which I prefer bc it's smaller and I only really want the play store app) but also try Banks Gapps standard for 4.3 and see if that fixes it. Hope this helps and sorry for the last book I wrote!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dsmith92:
Ok i was gapps 4.3 core but ill change that, so how do i flash a new recovery again, and would you mind telling me how perform a correct backup so i know i do it right please? (I know im such a newbie)