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[Sprint LG Optimus G] acbowgus:
CM11 is available now

When I got my 5 lgog's for my family I was hopeful for updates since LG touted it as their "flagship" phone. Now I see that as mostly BS.

The phone is wonderful and my family enjoys the speed and screen. The camera is so so and the battery could be better. But I got these with the hope that it would be upgradeable. That has not panned out.

LG is a hardware company. They make money selling phones, not upgrading OS's. Since the lgog is no longer being sold and there are not enough of them to justify any additional investment, I don't believe they will be upgraded. And if they are, it will be too little too late.

That is why I toyed with Cyanogenmod and CM11. Since the phone is no longer being sold and the warranty on mine was up; I decided to give a root/unlock with CM11 install a try:silly:.

Since there is not much information about this endeavor; I relied on the most authoritative resource I could find; xda-developers.com.

I have recently updated mine and my wife's phones. She has CM11 M2 and I recently updated from M2 to M3.

I have yet to see any problems that I did not see prior to my replacement of LG's UI3.0 and its version of 4.1.2 Android.

My guess is that most of the people in this forum have the lgog with an expired warranty. And if you are paying the 11-15/month for the insurance, then you should know if something happens to your phone, you still have to pay a pretty penny to take advantage of the insurance.

What I am saying is that most would not being risking their warranties to try CM11. But I caution that you try at your own risk.

I am happy so far with the results and am not waiting for LG to tell me whether they going to ever get around to providing something that they should have from the day kit kat was released.

just my two cents

UPDATE 3-4-2014: Just had my first problem with the phone since the CM11 install. My wife's phone lost all the settings to get onto the sprint network. Also checked and saw the directories for TWRP, EFS_BACKUP, and freegee were gone. Good thing I took the advice to backup these directories to my computer as well. Did a restore of the EFS backup and phone is back in business. Scary for a second. But I am unsure if this would have happened with or without a rooted phone. And if it weren't rooted, I would have had to send it in for service.

Did the root/unlock help or hurt? Don't know, but I like believe it helped since I no longer have it under warranty and did not need to send it in for service.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Well said, however - rooting may void LG's warranty but if you still have a warranty/protection plan with Sprint, rooting/unlocking DOES NOT void your warranty. They do not advertise it and they "frown" upon it but Sprint is the only carrier that will not void your warranty for rooting. Just letting everyone know, I and my roomates have experienced it personally, their policies shifted in mid 2012.

Also, while I too think it is a longshot that we will get 4.4 from LG, the At&t G Pro is getting it within a month as leaked by xda today. You can read the article here. Fingers crossed but really, if you are on xda you know that we've had 4.4 since shortly after the nexus 5 dropped thanks to our awesome devs. It may not be official but it is still all kinds of awesome and in most ways probably far better than what LG will give us.

MAJOR EDIT: I emailed LG myself to ask about a possible upgrade and this is what they said....

"By the moment there is no information about any upgrades on the OS for your phone. An evaluation needs to be done by the carrier and the update needs to be authorized.

The update released for the LG G2 was authorized by AT&T only, this is the reason why they are the only carrier that has released an update for the G2. I am afraid we need to wait until this is authorized by the carrier.

We can understand how disappointed you must be about this and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused."

So it's really not even LG, but Sprint that is dragging ass......

EDIT#2: Jake made a good point, carriers and manufacturers will play the blame game. All I know is At&t is tight with LG for some reason. Noone else has authorized anything, verizon, tmobile or us.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
Yeah you should probably stick with Samsung/HTC/Motorola over LG if you want updates.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] bowhunt2005:
Anybody see this yet? Is this going to be able to be ported to us?

http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...gn=Feed:+xda-developers/ShsH+(xda-developers)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
We may actually have a chance if the G Pro got an update
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
It's damn shame that LG can't grow a set and just let ppl know wtf the deal is
[Sprint LG Optimus G] acbowgus:
Sprint dragging its feet

I can understand not only the Hardware companies dragging their feet. Sprint is in the process of trying to buy T-Mobile. I can't see them doing anything to past devices while they try to grow their customer base. It makes them no money to update an outdated phone.

What I don't understand is why they don't charge a fee for upgrading. Say 10.00 per phone. That would give them incentive to upgrade the device because they wouldn't lose money and only people that paid would get the update, so people would not be forced like Apple does on the iphone.

I still don't think the device will be included in the updates. And I still think CM11 is the way to go.:D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
Because that would force the regular joe to look into rooting their phone to get the update anyway for free. Carriers shouldn't give people a reason to start messing with custom roms. Then they can't charge for **** with all the bloatware they put into roms.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] xboxfanj:
The average user doesn't know what KitKat is, which means the testing and development is a waste of money for them. Also, OTAs lead to issues, which their customer service team has to deal with and possibly replace phones, which costs a lot of money.

The people who really care about Android updates are already on here, so there's really no point in catering to us, since we already have what we want and don't plan to run their software anyway.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] tempehman:
good point

Carriers don't want it, but as phones become more powerful, they will have too cater to this crowd. Smart private developers and easier tools will allow more people to play with their phones. I would never have screwed with my phone had I not had all the information on this site with the tools that are available. Yes I am a geek, but it is getting easier for non geeks as time passes.

---------- Post added at 01:43 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:37 PM ----------

Given that my wife trusted me (almost :silly:) when i rooted and installed CM11; I can see your point and it is valid. But I think it is the people on sites like this that change these companies. Its just a matter of time before these phones become as update-able as a pc or mac. Unfortunately it will not occur with this company and this phone :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Kippui:
I think you might be over estimating XDA. Despte how large we are a majority of people do not use custom roms.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] acbowgus:
CM11 M4 and counting

You are probably right, but I'd like to think that the people that benefit most from this site are the ones that appreciate it. People need to invest time in reading before asking their questions. I spent a lot of time reading and that is why I have not participated much. But I feel that the work done here has helped me, so I thought it important to voice my approval.

Thanks
[Sprint LG Optimus G] stevek216:
http://m.gsmarena.com/lg_optimus_g_will_get_android_kitkat_in_summer-news-8140.php

No longer a rumor. Whaaaaaaat. Props LG.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Sick! However, I'll still remain skeptical until I see some solid, undeniable proof. And then once that's out the way, it'll be a matter of if SPRINT OTA the update or not, so we'll see.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] tempehman:
Will believe it when I see it; but it would be a good thing

That would be awesome if it is true. I won't hold my breath, though. Could it finally be a shift in how the hardware companies view the software support of their products? That would be a win for us.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] stevek216:
I don't think it's really indicative of some fundamental shift in the way LG does business, just them finally finishing up some housekeeping with their fading flagship. But either way I like it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] oohaylima:
I think they're upgrading it so they can get rid of their hardware stock.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _dannyboy:
Just when I was contemplating an iPhone 5S... let's hope they don't take too long.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
From an LGOG to an icr... I mean iPhone?

:eek:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _dannyboy:
Lol deciding to try something new. Don't judge me :cool:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] AFschizoid:
You'll come back to android. Pretty quickly I'm betting
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
Not judging, just.. a little chocked lol

Lol exactly. :laugh:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] thunder1979:
That just makes too much sense! Keep a former flagship updated and you keep it relevant which makes it easier to continue to sell.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _dannyboy:
Lol it's between a 5S and a Nexus 5..depending on what Google does with the Nexus 6. 5Ss are going for about the same price ebay as a Nexus 5 from google.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _dannyboy:
Just found out I can get a brand new 32gb G2 for $300...most likely gonna go with that since I saw Jinshu's 4K 120fps mod. Prices should drop even more when the G3 releases.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Well, this happened: http://www.engadget.com/2014/03/31/lg-g2-for-sprint-gets-kitkat/
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _dannyboy:
Yeah but the g2 is more important than us. We'll still have to wait
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Yeah, no doubt, but the point of the post is the fact that Sprint rolled out the update for the G2, so here's to hoping that they still have us OGs in mind. Just a couple of months ago everyone assumed that we were pretty much screwed for an official update, but now we're starting to see LG and Sprint make moves.

If anything, we could get a ghetto duct-taped port or something, hahaha.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
That's too funny! I'm actually thinking of doing that exact thing.

I looked at the Optimus Pro, it's gotten KK already except for the Att version which might be the easiest to port. But then it, or any of them, need to be converted to CDMA. I'm not to sure how much of a pain that would be.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
Do it! What's the worst that can happen? It won't work? Plus I'm sure the other devs would lend a hand
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
any luck on G2 kit kat port?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] engine95:
I haven't tried lately. Working on getting a dark theme for Stocktimus first. Everything I'm doing is a learning curve, so it won't be done fast. ;)

Edit: Besides, I gotta give LG/Sprint a chance first!!! hahahahahahahaha
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
It's all good just curious
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Agimax:
:( Emailed customer service about update to KitKat, below is response.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
The rumor says that it would be in summer
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
Canned response from someone who don't know crap, blame the carrier as always
[Sprint LG Optimus G] amedian:
hey guys did you see that :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2747168
[Sprint LG Optimus G] prowlingfox:
Well shoot, now we get to wait in agony.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] unrly:
That's great, but, do we actually expect to ever see it on Sprint?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
What do you mean? because they had rolled out G2 and G pro update, so why not?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] unrly:
That doesn't mean much. What incentive does Sprint have to update a phone that is over a year and a half old? I've only had two phones with them, but the Palm Pre was so frustrating waiting for an update that never came (WebOS 2.1). Maybe a bad example since HP destroyed Palm, but they haven't even released a 4.2.2 update...

Just not getting my hopes up is all.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] amedian:
Man its same devices when we get kitkat you will too, maybe a little bit after or early. and port is easy too, so thats good for allof us.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Actually, we may either get it stupid late, or not at all even. When updates are pushed out by the manufacturer, it's still up the the carriers to push out their branded version of the update, depending on if they're feeling lazy or not.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] unrly:
Exactly. And personally, I don't see Sprint doing it any time soon. ROMs are great and all, and this would be helpful if released to any other G devices, but Sprint isn't great at supporting older devices from my own experience.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Dr. Mark:
http://m.gsmarena.com/lg_optimus_g_gets_kitkat_in_korea_rest_of_the_world_holds_breath-news-8516.php
[Sprint LG Optimus G] I-IoLLoW:
Yeah we've been waiting for awhile and I'll believe an official update when I see it from sprint. The only way it makes sense for sprint to do it is if they have a surplus of old lgogs they're trying to get rid of. I love this phone but the majority of people who have it and care about 4.4(or even know what it is) are right here and we have plenty of 4.4 based options. If it happens - cool. But its doubtful and not that big of a deal to me personally at this point. My phone's rooted, unlocked, custom kernel and functioning just how I want it. ;)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] stingwasted:
Just got this from LG

------Reply to Your Inquiry-------

Dear Randy,

Thank you for contacting LG Electronics.

I am afraid we need to get the authorization from the Carrier in order to develop and release this update. As an example, Sprint already authorized this update for the G2 and G Flex and this is the reason why it&#39s been released to their users. As soon as this information is authorized, you will receive a notification from your Carrier.

I hope you find this information helpful and I truly wish I had a more favorable answer for you.

It has been a pleasure to assist you. At the bottom you should see a short survey where you can score your experience with me.

Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us again via Email, Live Chat or by calling 800-243-0000. Thank you very much for your kindness and patience, I hope you enjoy the rest of the day and have a lovely week!

Sincerely,

Santiago Q.

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Toll Free number: 1-800-243-0000

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Best part is my phone contract is up, the phone is unlocked and on another carrier but I have to wait for SPRINT to authorize an upgrade. I don't see how they have any say in MY phone at this point. It's ok though, I just downloaded the CM11 nightly. KitKat in about 10 more minutes :)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Apparently the official KK update is not all that great. Bummer, but its whatever. That's what we have AOSP builds for. :)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] liquidninja:
Some more good news:

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/556143/20140618/lg-optimus-g-android-4-2-kitkat.htm
[Sprint LG Optimus G] oohaylima:
What I don't understand is why can't they just do what HTC did with their EVO 4G LTE. No OTA but have people download it from their website if they so incline to do so.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] stevek216:
Because that would require that somebody cared.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Jubeldum:
I'm really starting to get impatient :(

Sent from my LS970 using my thumb
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Keep waiting, buddy. There's a slim to none chance that Sprint will ever release an update for us soon, if at all. Better off just going the AOSP route.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] jbluther:
Agreed. I picked up my Optimus G for $50 from Sprint back in February 2013. Sprint gave up on this phone ages ago.

Which ASOP ROM out there is suggested for stability and compatibility as we wait for the G 3 to come to Sprint? :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] BenBarker:
Agreed.Sprint has moved on. Take the plunge and pick out your new rom. Loving CM11(4.4.4)!!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] treezy26:
Think we'll ever get Android L? :p
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Phreddo:
I was fiddling with my boss' old Motorola Razr 4G, and I noticed it had KitKat.

*sigh*
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RegKilla:
Screw KitKat I want Android L on my LG Optimus G!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Official Android L is never happening, period. We're gonna have to wait until the fall once its publicly released and then wait for Nexus 4's build, then go from there.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dopy25:
Developer preview was supposed to be released for it yesterday, I think something might be able to be built from that, or ported at least.

Poo, I just realized it is for 5 and 7 only right now, still, somebody might be able to do something with it.

http://developer.android.com/preview/setup-sdk.html
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RegKilla:
I meant in ROM form.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
That's what I was referring to as well.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
Some people speculate that it has knox on it, so that would f*ck root and other thing like that I think.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] shabbypenguin:
Don't blame sprint for LG's shortcomings. The s3 with less specs has 4.4, the evo LTE has 4.3. The one to blame is the OEM, the ongoing joke for metropcs folks is the only time you get an LG update is when you pick up another phone. they left craploads of phones on 4.1, similar to moto.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
But, how still cares about stock 4.4? after looking at the f180 update, it's the same as jelly beam with white icons.

It doesn't even has the new quick toggles panel.

There's a lot of amazing Custom ROMs like Carbon, Axxion etc... way beyond the stock ROM, go and enjoy those. :good:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Don't know how legit this is, or if anybody even still cares anymore, but here you guys go:

http://m.gsmarena.com/lg_announces_kitkat_updates_for_older_optimus_models-news-8908.php
[Sprint LG Optimus G] shabbypenguin:
I would suggest its pretty off. The E980 (LG Optimus G) has had KitKat for over a month now (got it early may).
[Sprint LG Optimus G] dwielunski:
It is really on LG Brazil's Facebook page, so should be true at least in that country
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
I know people have pretty much given out hope for an official update from Sprint, but this article was just published yesterday, so take it as you will.

http://m.gsmarena.com/lg_will_bring_the_g3_ux_to_low_and_midrange_devices__-news-9393.php
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
sad part is the OG is not a low end damn phone
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
It's really not. It's more like a mid-high/high-low end phone which is, so far, keeping up with everything that's out there. I don't know what's the hold up with the official update, but I just hope that we'll get it eventually.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] MIB_91:
Friends who know when it will be released the official 4.4 for our phone?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] FcoEnrique:
Nobody knows, read.... At least the last two pages.

But, who cares anymore? Custom ROMS are pretty great right know that almost nobody is going back to stock.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Whiplashh:
Hey, I am on stock. But it is so tweaked to my liking I guess it is more "stock based".

:p:p:p

But I guess I can't say that as I switch between Cm11 and Stock a lot..
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Actually, stock ROM has kinda been back on the rise now that ARTMOD 4.4.2 is working for us.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] MIB_91:
I have been unstable. I restored the settings APN as instructed ArtMod. When the phone is connected to a Wi-Fi, mobile Internet is no longer included. Helped to restart the phone. BUT I had to wait for 10 minutes to the mobile internet included. And then renounced included. I do not know how to fix it. In the subject ArtMod I can not write it. No 10 posts on my forum. I had to revert back to the factory firmware.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
You are on Sprint, right?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] MIB_91:
Yes! LS970 Sprint. But I live in Moldova. Here the operator Interdnestrcom (CDMA). He connects phones from Sprint, Verizon.

I contacted my operator and asked for the APN settings. He threw them to me. But only some, rather than three as in the instructions. Can tell me someone how to make ArtMod worked steadily and mobile Internet are always right?

Name: IDC

APN: idc

MMSC: http: // mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms

MMS proxy: 217.19.208.21

MMS port: 9201

MCC: 255

MNC: 00

APN type: default,mms

APN protocol: IPv4

APN roaming protocol: IPv4
[Sprint LG Optimus G] iamterence:
Would love to help, but since it's not Sprint, there's not much I can do. Sorry mate. Hopefully someone else can assist you.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] MIB_91:
I am very upset = (ArtMod just super custom. But the problem I have with it (
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bigbiff:
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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bigbiff:
FAQ

How do I restore from bootloops?

Please use the following thread to Odin to stock: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2465764
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] FrostyOrDie:
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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] deeznutz1977:
Thanks for doing this and thanks dees_troy