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[Sprint LG G2] zach_95:
I copied the property folder into my phone then transferred it manually to the carrier folder but it didn't work. Do I need to change permissions?
[Sprint LG G2] quanqw:
Can i use this unlock method for my s4 mini sprint ?
[Sprint LG G2] siggey:
I don't think so

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[Sprint LG G2] zach_95:
Hi can someone help me.

I have CloudyG2 Rom v2.2 on KK 4.4.2

I tried moving the whole carrier folder including the 'legal database file' over to my phone. It didn't work. I also tried just moving the property folder and changed the permissions to 0644, also didn't work. I tried not using the TotalCommander and doing it using ES File Explorer with root option enabled, but to no avail. What am I doing wrong? Do I have to set all the permissions of all the folders to 0644 or is it something else?
[Sprint LG G2] Lussardi:
Use root explorer app mount RO is checked and try again for unlock its very easy
[Sprint LG G2] chetan180:
cloudy g2 rom is unlocked by default

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i am using this trick its working perfectly . if i factory reset do i need to do it again ..?
[Sprint LG G2] zach_95:
Not really, not for Sprint I guess. I did unlock it by typing *#*#4636#*#* and changing the preference. But I had to do it all the time so it's kind of tedious. Any workaround?
[Sprint LG G2] chetan180:
i m using cloudy without any problem
[Sprint LG G2] Dwars:
Permanent SIM unlock didn't work on ZVE

Hi

I have LS980, I tried to do permanent SIM unlock but it didn't work, I'm on ZVE firmware..

What can I do ?
[Sprint LG G2] vitya:
Help

Hi,

I'm trying to unlock this phone to use with Cricket - which is also AT&T. After copying the carrier folder, I'm getting force close on com.android.phone.

Can you please provide the steps you did to get it working with Straight Talk. Cricket should be basically the same.

Thank you.
[Sprint LG G2] azteka88:
need help!

can someone please help? i tried to change another sim from different networks on my sprint g flex and its not detecting sim card, only sprint simcard is detected, please help! when i put at^t or t mobile sim it shows "no sim" message, but if i put a sprint sim card says "no service" please i need help!
[Sprint LG G2] vitya:
Thank you
[Sprint LG G2] shazib0061:
On my LS980 i have rooted back to ZV8, then unlocked the phone as mentioned in thread. but the prob is that i was unable to rename or delete the activation.bat and other bloats. Now I updated to ZVD. again fresh rooted by ioroot. Again tried to remove the bloats but was not successful.
[Sprint LG G2] shazib0061:
Any Help?:confused:
[Sprint LG G2] ChrisFSU:
I am trying to confirm but what should the permissions be?
[Sprint LG G2] vipsy6:
I am getting Edge/2G only after this unlock, No H+/3G. I have tried Tata Docomo & Vodafone. I did speedtest as well. Only 2G speed.

Can you please advise any solution ?
[Sprint LG G2] chetan180:
i just get gsm icon but in network information it says i am using 3g network speed also 3g
[Sprint LG G2] Tekone:
After Copy all folder from carrier to carrier. replace apns-conf.xml. Delete the telephony.db.

I put my T-mobile sim in, and reboot. It show no sim card. When i put sprint sim card, it show sim card detected. Can anyone what else i missed?
[Sprint LG G2] chetan180:
Anyone tried with 5.0
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
Same problem here, just i use different SIM like Telenor or Mobilink Jazz, if you get a solution please share it here we are waiting for that Thanks.

EDITED after solving the problem

I did it by following this post; http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2798566

I don't say the current post doesn't work but it simply didn't for me, may be i was unable to understand something crucial.
[Sprint LG G2] rubenn93:
help please , :(I can not unlock for recognizing my sim . as I can do?:confused:

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help please , I can not unlock for recognizing my sim . as I can do? :(
[Sprint LG G2] Tekone:
No matter what I tried.. Back to stock 4.2.2 ZV8 and copy all folder to carrier with TC.. No Sim card detect if Not Sprint Sim card. Sprint push in.. Hola.. detect sim.. None sprint sim card push... NO Sim Card message show up..

Are there a Hardware Locked by Sprint???

We knew you come from the ZVG.zip.. you may need to wait for bit to unlock this.
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
Hay Rubenn sorry to be so late while answering you, actually at the time of your cry i was also crying like you on the same problem but i managed to fix it just by following this thread; http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2798566

Notes for your easiness;

1. Remember not to do the steps for installing TWRP which is mentioned in RED writing i.e. "Next use ADB to install AutoRec" (if you don't need TWRP) and just begin after where it says OPETIONAL END also in RED writing. (if you want to install TWRP in your device than you shold do all steps)

2. if your device is alread running ZVC or ZVD you offcourse don't need to download LG firmware or ZVD update bcz you are already there. (but if your download is not limited, like mine is and, it is also fast like Jambojet than there is nothing bad to keep a safe side in case you did something wrong while playing juggling)

3. You just need the ADB tools or Android SDK and you can root your device using towelroot V3.0 https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23681161096070831

while all the steps are quit same , ah han, you also don't need Total commander as it doesn't work on Kitkat, on its place use root browser.apk but i didn't need it.

press thanks if i or any one helped you here or as you wish and subscribe for the post if you want to stay connected with the team

"Any time any where we try to help all guys in need bcz when we were in need they helped us"
[Sprint LG G2] rubenn93:
hello, I already recognized the SIM card. thanks to all!!:good:
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
how did you made it by the way is it a tweak or you simply contacted the Sprint and paid them to SIM unlock you LS980

while i can see that you are using Lollipop on your device.
[Sprint LG G2] rubenn93:
I just flashed through lg flash tool ZVE kitkat program after ZVG lollipop, and I copied ZVG 2 folders carrier in the folder called " property" apps " , I restarted and perfect she knows me the sim card!

:highfive:
[Sprint LG G2] kadadan:
can u please explain what u are saying here? i didn't understand u sir
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
ruben Kadnan is right your comments are really unclear please if you have time and you can spare that time for us than please tell us in detail what you did and how it worked on ZVG, becuase some of our friends have been saying that we could even do the trick on ZVE
[Sprint LG G2] rubenn93:
sorry for my English :( I am Spanish and the translator that is **** , sorry .

to recognize the sim card ZVG I had to copy the folder CARRIER two folders that are these: UnlockSimZVG

after this I restarted and perfect already recognized me the card!

NOT delete apk Activation.apk that always comes to restart our mobile because after deleting it no longer recognizes the SIM card !!!

( Do not know why but does not recognize ).

:good:
[Sprint LG G2] linyincsz:
Compare your file appears exactly the same files and 4.4 simunlock, you can identify sim card, there may be other reasons?
[Sprint LG G2] androlocks:
try the cloudy g2 rom. it unlock your phone as well as it also opens the vpn settings of your phone. I get H+ connection on my LS980 by installing this rom

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2783192

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Install Cloudy G2 2.2 it is unlock by default. I am to using it on my LS980
[Sprint LG G2] musicchristos:
Hi. I tried to return to stock through .tot zve, then unlock with the known method, but when I try then to install update to lollipop through recovery ( update .zip from cache) it always stops and I get the message "apnsconfig.xml has unexpected contents - error 7". I would appreciate if you could help me.
[Sprint LG G2] RohanM:
Replied you in other thread...
[Sprint LG G2] harrychang:
if i restore the phone to complete stock will the phone still be sim unlocked?
[Sprint LG G2] scottdanpor:
No it won't.
[Sprint LG G2] harrychang:
how about if i reset the phone from the settings app?
[Sprint LG G2] RohanM:
Then it will remain unlocked. but if you use flash tool & .tot ten it will get lock again.
[Sprint LG G2] rawiswar2001:
will this method work on Lollipop Version (ZVG)?
[Sprint LG G2] qepaxhiu:
this method works on zvg but i am not getting any data connection

could anyone help me
[Sprint LG G2] Ghfran:
Thanks man you save my phone !
[Sprint LG G2] agun21st:
Hello sir,

I have a LG LS980 Sprint LS980ZVC 4.4.2 rooted and Unlocked.

But I am not able to APN Stick option in Mobile Network Option.

I did all as you said. in your post...

I did

1. Replace apns-conf.xml in Folder /etc/

2. Delete File telephony.db and mmssms.db in Folder /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases

3. Reboot.

But Not show Access point name option.

even I tried with Tweakker APN and MMS app. it show always Loading data. Not work.

Please need your help.
[Sprint LG G2] zohaibkhan143:
Any tip for data on zvg ? How can I edit my apn settings for my network ?

Sent from my LG Optimus G Pro E980
[Sprint LG G2] lkh5650:
i am in JVA and I am on the same boat. I can't use tweakker apn and mms app, it says, loading data :S
[Sprint LG G2] legnison:
Can i do it and update to Official Lolipop without any problems? will be unlocked always on Lolipop? Or i have to use Kikat Permanent :(
[Sprint LG G2] abbas23:
How To Update LS980 to stock lollipop.

1) Download zve.tot file from here http://downloads.codefi.re/autoprime/LG/LG_G2/LS980/Stock_Firmware

2) flash it via flashtool (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2432476)

3) start your phone and you'll get the lollipop update. If you don't, then download the update.zip and flash via adb through recovery

4) after lollipop update, you'll need to unlock sim. For that, root is required. Root it by this method http://highonandroid.com/android-smartphones/how-to-root-lg-g-flex-2-g2-g3-on-lollipop/

5) unlock sim by following this method first http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2655133

then follow this (see second post on this link for details)

http://xdaforums.com/sprint-g2/development/zvg-unlock-sim-card-t3096995 ﻿
[Sprint LG G2] Jexojahanzeb:
help

i have locked my ls980 its running lollipop, how to get unlock it.
[Sprint LG G2] notebooko:
So I tried searching the thread for this but couldn't find anything on it. If I do this SIM unlock and want to reactivate the phone on Sprint again will it still work? Or will the phone only work with GSM carriers after?
[Sprint LG G2] meero:
Thanks to all for all these solutions... as Ive updated my phone to lollipop & the signal issue rise... and finally i unlocked the signals & phone working normally.. but the only issue is of mobile data.... how can i enable mobile data???
[Sprint LG G2] Nechoya:
I used this to unlock my simcard on ZVE stock, and it worked but for GSM only. I read in this subject that installing Cloudy's rom fixes this issue and allows WCDMA, but I can't get it to work-is there a fix for that? I really need something faster than GSM...
[Sprint LG G2] AlphaBravo:
whats meant by

Go to Network -> ABD -> Your device ????

plz anyone help

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how have u unlocked ur phone bro? i could'nt understand this process unfortunately :(
[Sprint LG G2] CellTech03:
LG Flex LS995 dialer Com.android process

Hi guys,

I unlocked my phone by copying the carrier files with Root Explorer everything works great but only problem is when I make a call and hang up or receive a call and hang up an error comes up and I always have to click OK on it. The error says -" Unfortunately the Process.com.android.phone Has Stopped" what might of caused this? and how can I fix it.

Thanks:confused:
[Sprint LG G2] ipta:
Dear, XDA masters...

Right now I have LG LS980 from Sprint, stock Lollipop 5.0.2, rooted.

Tried unlock it using the totalcmd.exe on the 1st page but when im inserting my SIM card, the signal not show up...

There's a message "Service disable"...

I've got a 4G enable SIM card but these no LTE signal on the area around me...

On the mobile network setting there's only "LTE/CMDA" and "CDMA" options....

Tried to unlock for the 2nd time but still no signal from my LS980...

Tried to change the SIM card but still the problem occured...

Can anyone tell me what's wrong with it???

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[Sprint LG G2] kimush:
Guys is there any way to get the 3G/H+ data icon instead of circling gsm icon in stock ZVG?
[Sprint LG G2] dikachik1:
Is that the gsm symbol you normally get.

I guess you have to dial ##data# to input your access point in apn setting.

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I have same problem but it seems that is the default icon.
[Sprint LG G2] WellTrainedVC:
lg g2 brick fix
[Sprint LG G2] nasa66:
there is no property folder in carrier ???
[Sprint LG G2] robhuffster:
need a copy of justins rom or a working link please seem to lost my file need one that works on 4.2.2 jellybean please. thanks
[Sprint LG G2] yl328:
Whenever I change the permissions of the "property" file under carrier to anything but rwxrwxrwx all the files inside disappear. Any guidance on that?

Correction: the files are still inside (changing it back to rwxrwxrwx works fine), it's just that when root explorer loads up that folder, it appears blank. Surely rw-r-r wouldn't do that. Any ideas?

Is there anything wrong with leaving the permissions as rwxrwxrwx on the property folder?
[Sprint LG G2] dastaner:
Does this method works on LS980 Cloudy rom 3.3 ?
[Sprint LG G2] critikality:
i guess not cause cloudy 3.3 is lollipop. This works on kitkat AFAIK but u could still try though. I strongly suggest u check the thread for "sim unlock zvg"
[Sprint LG G2] dastaner:
Tnx, I'm now on Cloudy 2.2 [KK], but my signal doesnt work very well...
[Sprint LG G2] critikality:
signal doesn't work well like how?...little details might help
[Sprint LG G2] dastaner:
Sometimes a get signal drop(no signal), sometimes i don't have signal at all...

edit:

i add this lines in the build.prop

ro.build.target_county: US

ro.carrier=TMO

ro.build.target_operator=TMO

persist.service.crash.enable=1

ro.telephony.default_network=9

telephony.lteOnCdmaDevice=0

if i don't add this lines in the build.prop i don't get any signal.

System Setings -> Tethering & networks -> Mobile networks -> Network mode -> GSM/WCDMA/LTE.
[Sprint LG G2] dastaner:
What permissions to put on the "files" and "folders" ???
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
Hay [MENTION=2792898]pbedard[/MENTION] : Would you please tell me if this method works for ZVE on LS980 i have a bad device which is nothing but a piece of entertainment. Thanks
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
BUT I was really unable to even root it with all the methods you have mentioned and others too,

Edited: Hay guys thanks for all your help i finally did it the permanent SIM Unlock procedure here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2655133
[Sprint LG G2] talvigi:
Confirmed: it also works on LS980 running ZVE

I did it and after all done did a factory reset and hurry all things done.
[Sprint LG G2] wzedlare:
Works incredibly perfect.Thank you so much
[Sprint LG G2] xNotta:
So is all that needs to be changed is the "OMADM_SIMLOCK" value in the node.db database from 0 to 1 to do the unlock? (assuming APNs are already there and applied)

Shoot, was thinking the ZVG method was part of this thread, but it has it's own thread.
[Sprint LG G2] geoffrey2012:
Can you please clarify where you get the carrier folder to copy to the phone's carrier directory. Is it somewhere concealed in the stock ROM KDZ file ?
[Sprint LG G2] 1c3:
Had some real trouble with me G2 earlier. Bought it and it was showing up as D802, I tried to root and then install TWRP recovery via Autorec but ended up with white lines issue. Gave it to the repair guy and he made it work but said that it is LS980 and was converted to D802. Now the phone showing up as LS980 and working fine on 4.2.2. I asked him to upgrade to Lollipop but he said it wont be carrier unlocked after upgrading to Lollipop.

My question is that should this unlock procedure be done before upgrading to Lollipop or after it? What I am trying to accomplish is to install CloudyG2 3.3 rom.

Thanks
[Sprint LG G2] wzedlare:
You dont need to unlock your sim on cloudy roms :)
[Sprint LG G2] ad346:
hey man

im in the exact exact situation as you. for 3 days ive been trying to get my phone rooted and twrp installed. each time i tried, i used autorec and it got me the fastboot mode problem..however now, a phone shop was able to flash a stock android rom on it, sim network worked initially but the moment i connected it to wifi (some file must have updated with sprint) the network wont connect and i keep getting handsfree activation message on screen but it doesnt actually activate...

please shed some light on what to do in order to gain access to mobile networks? and possibly flash twrp without autorec
[Sprint LG G2] geoffrey2012:
Are where would I find the SimUnlockFinal.zip? Your guide is no use unless the location of this file is made clear.
[Sprint LG G2] XDAkilla757:
Causes the ls995 com.android.phone to fc every other second at every boot unless the Sprint SIM is removed. Any ideas?
[Sprint LG G2] nonomektoub:
Did you get the file?
[Sprint LG G2] geoffrey2012:
Yes I got the file. Its at the bottom of the first post in the thread and is labelled Download. So far as I can remember this file gives a virus warning so I got another version by Googling.
[Sprint LG G2] Dzbichou:
work like Charm! thxx alot Dev <3 u saved me :)

i have only one problem is that when i unlocked my SIM card, i cant see my SIM Contacts, and cant add contacts to SIM, no option available! can u help me with this plzzzz .. thxxx again . :good:
[Sprint LG G2] monsifgreed:
Hello , tried this on ZVA version but whenever i copy the files to the carrier folder nothing happens & they dont show up , do i need to downgrade the version or what ?
[Sprint LG G2] Librastar:
I have successfully unlocked the phone but have the same issue of low signals, am also a ufone user, i did everything as the OP said, how did you resolved the low signal n 3g issue, please guide me.

am on stock ZVA.
[Sprint LG G2] huzefaonline:
LS980, being a cdma device, will encounter signal issues on ufone. if your phone is rooted try flashing an aosp based rom. i'm using dirty unicorn on G2 and feel that the signal strength is better then stock.
[Sprint LG G2] Librastar:
cant we push those custom ROM files into original ROM files
[Sprint LG G2] CPKallday:
I'm getting an error for replacing apns-conf.xml. I click overwrite and it gives me a splash saying "Error uploading file!" "(X) apns-conf.xml"

Can't post images or anything so.
[Sprint LG G2] vkky_:
can i try this on my LG G2 AT&T D800??? pls reply
[Sprint LG G2] Shafin2020:
Need Help !

Can you suggest me some good root file manager for kitkat (free) ? root browser is not working! im on ls980zva right now and it is not upgrading .. was thinking to flash zve rom and then unlock the sim ! but couldn't find root file manager :crying:
[Sprint LG G2] janshermarri:
You are my hero bro.

The process just worked. Thanks a million. :)
[Sprint LG G2] ChaconBR:
Has anyone tried with a LG LS740 Volt by Sprint? Any chance of work?

I'm in Brazil and this cool phone turned a paper weight.
[Sprint LG G2] Kaaru:
4g LTE doesnt work with this?
[Sprint LG G2] STOFA69:
Is there a way and can anyone network and/or sim unlock/root/ jailbreak an LG Ls-980 remotely? I have Verizon and a Verizon working service with a Sim that they unlocked for me to work in any phone but the phone is old, only had service for a couple weeks, under paying off Verizon plan and switching. However they didn't pay it off and I couldn't pay both and told them that's the only reason I switched. I'm not paying both so I went back to Verizon. Had this phone for years and still want to activate it!! Best and easiest remote app that works on everything!!! I've tried so many afterward and none work even close to as good. Its a stock app with the Ls-980 when I got it!! Can't find it on Google play ever since either. I really need a good phone so I can mainly be in contact and Skype with my kids and game with them while at their mothers. Is this possible and anyone willing to?? Please help...
[Sprint LG G2] simsnet71:
Won’t work with Verizon only Sprint at&t T-Mobile etc gsm only aside from Sprint
[Sprint LG G2] NOIPADAPP:
do you still have this rom by any chance ??
[Sprint LG G2] Alexandercat:
everything is working with wind ita operator but i didn't understand the last step before to accept the ota, do i have to remove all .bak files or rename them with .apk?
[Sprint LG G2] pvinodnayak:
Yes, whatever you changed to block the bloatware, you have to revert back. This is only to update with the latest firmware, you can rename it after the update again. If it's not reverted to its original state, your update will fail as it won't see those apps in the system/app/ folder. Might end up with a brick.

That's why it's VERY IMPORTANT to revert back all changes your have made to the bloatware apps.
[Sprint LG G2] Alexandercat:
sent you a beer

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thanks! but i still receive the hands free activation when i boot my device, how can i delete it?

after the updates the icon of the connetion on the top of the screen is different, its just gsm for any kind of connection, and before was changing between edge, 2g,3g and hspa.

and now can i flash a coocked rom for ls980 or it will brick my device?
[Sprint LG G2] pvinodnayak:
Omadmclient.apk rename this app to .bak, take a backup of EFS using FreeGee from play store, do a nandroid back up. if these 2 backups are there you can go ahead and try to install ROMS. Make sure you are not on ZVA baseband. If you are you need to downgrade you aboot to ZV8 or the one before that ZV7.

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ZVA all you need to know how to downgrade below:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=49844276
[Sprint LG G2] Alexandercat:
i changed with bak and now i receive this message: unfortunately, sprintextension provider has stopped... can i delete it too?, anyway better than before!, thank you
[Sprint LG G2] pvinodnayak:
Don't delete it. Just rename all the apk's mentioned in the OP.
[Sprint LG G2] autoprime:
freegee(play store) will downgrade your aboot for you if on ZVA. with freegee.. installing recovery/aboot downgrade are all automated.

keep in mind.. even after downgrading ZVA aboot... aosp-based custom roms will not work without also downgrading the modem/radio/baseband to either ZV7 or ZV8 first.

ZVA modem is good for LG-based ZVA custom roms(and stock ZVA of course) only.
[Sprint LG G2] Alexandercat:
ok i renamed all the apk mentioned in bak again, and now i don't receive any notify, i guess that for the next ota i must rename them in apk
[Sprint LG G2] obie992:
need help. after even renaming all the edits i have done previously i''m not able to install OTA update

I'm currently on ZV8, the phone says update downloaded ZV9_15, its boots up up when the bar is not completed, I'm having this issue for quite a long time, this will mean that I cannot update to ZVA then in future kitkat as well