yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Internal storage is corrupt. Go into TWRP wipe options, Advanced, and select the option to format internal storage.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] monza1412:
I've been watching a couple of at&t m8 lately, and I was curious if the bootloader unlocking method still work the same way (htc dev site) or now the only method to unlock is the sunshine one, sorry, I'm new to htc.

Also, does it matter if the phone is in lollipop or KitKat?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Wonders_Never_Cease:
to unlock can still use htcdev site, to soff would need to use sunshine
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] monza1412:
Thanks, do you know if that's the case for all m8 carrier variants?

I'm looking towards the at&t or the Verizon one, I read somewhere that the lte bands can be flashed once it's soff, but I have to be sure that the unlocking is still available.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Wonders_Never_Cease:
ATT Variant would be way to go...Verizon locks bootloader even from HTC Dev site I believe
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
I agree to stay far away from the Verizon version. The Verizon version M8 is an oddball, as it supports CDMA and the radio is

not

interchangeable with other M8 versions. IMO the Verizon version is only suitable for folks that actually use Verizon as their carrier.

The ATT version, you can flash radios from other versions with s-off.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] myshowbiz:
mine is M8 AT&T Lollipop. i plan to unlock bootloader, got stuck in the step 'disable fastboot' on setting-power, coz on lollipop cant find that option on the setting. How am i supposed to do with that step ?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Its not needed to disable "fast boot" in power settings any longer.

And as long as you entered bootloader from a RESTART, it never mattered. It was only for a POWER OFF condition that it ever mattered (since with "fast boot" enabled, it wasn't a "true" power off - and therefore prevented entering bootloader).
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] avidhoni:
Friends i recently unlocked the boot loader and rooted the phone thinking i can easily change the sim as i am in India but, i came to know later that both the processes i.e., rooting and sim unlocking are different.

So, i can't pay 25 dollars for s-off as i am not working. Is there any other method to s-off the phone or any method for changing to international sim?

Waiting for replies and thanks in advance.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
You need to research and learn more. S-off won't unlock the SIM.

Just pay a few dollars to unlock the SIM via online services.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Nitro1max1:
Did you get this method to work on lollipop?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
The general process is the same on LP, but several things will need to be updated:

a) HTC drivers included in OP may be too old. Drivers that install with HTC Sync (which your computer should prompt to install when you connect the phone, if you haven't already) should work fine.

b) I think others have stated the dropbox link for adb/fastboot in the OP is dead. You can do an XDA search for "simple adb" and you will see threads for a couple great, simple adb/fastboot installers.

c) Current TWRP version 2.8.7.0 should be used (older versions won't work with LP): https://dl.twrp.me/m8/

d) You will need a newer version SuperSU to root. 2.44 or later should work. I believe 2.46 is the latest stable version, known good on LP: https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Nitro1max1:
Wow thanks for the info, I'm getting the phone today. You guys literally make it to easy :thumbup:
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
So if you didn't already have the phone, you know for fact its stock (not previously modified by former owner) and its on Lollipop?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Nitro1max1:
Yeah my friend had the phone and I checked so it's 100% stock
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] josazee:
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) HTC one_M8 rooting

Nice tutorial everything’s fine but if you on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) on HTC One M8, this may not work. After unlocking bootloader you have to flash a “modified Boot” image and “supersu 2.5…” through TWRP.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
That's correct. Another option on MM is to

not

select the option for TWRP to root. Then flash SuperSU 2.62 or higher, which has been updated to install a patched boot image when needed.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] emt_emp:
i got up to this point and then i got a cannot load twrp.img please halp im so close i can taste it
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
What happens when you try to flash TWRP? What's the error message?

What version TWRP?

Are you presently on KitKat, or Lollipop?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] emt_emp:
i managed to root the phone and installed twrp i flashed viperone to my understanding its working well but signal stays at 1 bar and dosnt say at&t and the 4glte icon is not showing i think i did something wrong...
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
How many bars did it have before? My understanding is that AT&T rigs the "bars" on the stock ROMs, to make their reception "look" better. So if it was 2 bars before, and now its 1 bar; the lack of AT&T's "meddling" may be all your are seeing. Are you experiencing any actual difference in reception for calls or cell data?

AT&T has their own signal icons. Viper uses different signal icons (but the same as most other versions/ROMs). When on LTE, you should just see 2 small arrows (up and down) with "LTE" above it. Otherwise same arrows, with H (for 3G) or E or G (2G - EDGE and GPRS). Which, if any, of these do you see?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] White4ward:
Can't Copy

Can you Please help, I am stuck.

I don't know why but i can't copy the files to the Adroid folder or any other folder.

(step 2)

Greetz Mark
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
You can just skip this step, if you already have HTC Sync installed (as this will also install HTC Drivers for fastboot/adb).

Otherwise, you can also just type "easy adb" into the XDA search function, and it will bring up a few good, simple adb/fastboot installers that should work.

Or if you still want to use the adb files in the OP of this thread, I haven't personally used them. But if the issue is merely unzipping and copying the files with the native Windows unzip function, it will probably work with 7-zip. 7-zip is a great unzip program that handles just about any compressed file format you can think of, and the best part is that its FREE. Really a must for any PC user. And no, I don't work for them! :)
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] bkilpat01:
I know this is probably weird, but I'm thinking of buying an M8. I know that ATT is generally HORRIBLE about allowing bootloaders to be unlocked. So, are people generally succeeding at unlocking the bootloaders on M8s that were used on ATT? Like I said, I know it seems weird, but I don't wanna shell out 200 bucks and then get stuck with stock. :-p
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] itssunilsid:
Cant get superSU flashed

can you please help..

android version: 5.0.2

i got right till flashing twrp using "twrp-3.0.2-0-m8.img "and copying superSU v1.94.zip file into root folder of internal storage but while installing superSU, it is saying that everything went fine but after rebooting i have checked with "root check" app, it is saying that my phone is not rooted.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Mjduddin:
Download a newer supersu zip. That one is too old. Try looking for 2.52 zip or later
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
The bootloader on the AT&T version M8 is fully unlockable via HTCDev.com, on every software version I've seen so far. I know they locked down the recent Samsung devices; and messed with the One EVITA (having it blocked from unlocking the bootloader via HTCDev.com). But I don't think ATT messed with the HTC devices after that (M7, etc.).
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] BigDogg365:
Thanks for a really great "How-to", worked like a charm! :good::laugh:
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] raver445:
please help i am getting a error when i use htc dev to unlock it...its saying its giving me a decryption error code 140
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
Getting stuck here,

t:\android>fastboot flash recovery m8recovery.img

target reported max download size of 16777216 bytes

Invalid sparse file format at header magi

error: write_sparse_skip_chunk: don't care size 3753984 is not a multiple of the block size 4096

sending sparse 'recovery' 1/2 (16380 KB)...

error: write_sparse_skip_chunk: don't care size 3753984 is not a multiple of the block size 4096

error: write_sparse_skip_chunk: don't care size 3753984 is not a multiple of the block size 4096

OKAY [ 1.681s]

writing 'recovery' 1/2...

FAILED (remote: image error! (BootMagic check fail))

finished. total time: 1.697s

Am using the Google SDK platform tools and downloaded latest TWRP version 3.1.0-0-m8

rebooted and downloaded, same issue

EDIT ! - Downloaded the earliest TWRP version 2.7.0.1-m8 and that seemed to work
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
This would most likely indicate that your firmware is

massively

outdated (as in KitKat) and should be updated to prevent other problems (in particular, if you flash current ROMs, they will not work).

If you want me to take a closer look, do fastboot getvar all, and post the results (delete IMEI and serial number before posting).
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
HAHA, too late :( I bricked it,

right after dropping the SuperSu ZIP in Root, and trying to reboot...

Not a big deal though as it was a spare phone .

Think this has something to do with that I factory reset it before trying all of this?

I immediatly started this process, not letting the phone run updates after the reset...
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
It's really hard to brick this phone just by unlocking the bootloader and trying to root (including a factory reset).

What is the exact current status of the phone, will the screen come on at all (even if it's just the HTC logo screen, and stuck there)?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
Just shows the Battery with charging symbol when plugged in, but doesn't seem to charge. (Symbol still shows when phone is unplugged) Doesn't respond to any key combination.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Don't think it's a brick, if the battery symbol is showing. I only think it's a brick if nothing comes on the screen at all (only red or orange LED, maybe blinking).

Try holding power+vol up for a minute or more, and see if any change (even if it's just a reboot, and stuck on HTC logo screen).
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
HOLY HERO! It just turned on again!
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Good news. Please do a fastboot getvar all, and post the results before proceeding further (delete IMEI and serial number before posting).

In particular, you will probably want to update the firmware

before

rooting. As I assume you don't want to be stuck on Kitkat (if that is what is on the phone) and OTA updates won't work once rooted. So you would just have to reverse your changes in order to update. Alternately, you can update by RUU, but again you would just be reversing what you've done, as you need to relock the bootloader to RUU.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
Problem is, phone still only reacts to the vol-UP&powerON combo, I can't get it to HBOOT mode, or boot regularly by pressing just the power on button... (

Now I do have to say reason this is a spare phone is mainly because the outer shell is a bit warped and volume buttons (esp. down) don't work properly) Having said this, I checked functionality of the volume down button and it seems to have broken altogether. Vol Down button doesn't respond to anything...

I'll try to open this one up and see If I can manually repair functionality

or is there any other way to get it to fastboot?

According to about>software information

Android Version 6.0.1

Software Number 2.10.401.1

---------- Post added at 09:06 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:39 AM ----------

Definitely the volume down button stopped functioning.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
You haven't stated what the current condition of the phone is exactly (except that you can't get into bootloader or OS, but it "turned on again"). Are you stuck on the HTC boot screen?

If that is the case, how did you determine the software information? Or did you determine that before the phone got "stuck" in the current condition?

If you can't get into OS, and the vol down button is broken, then there isn't a way to get into bootloader. If you can't get into bootloader, you can't do much else. So it seems like you've painted yourself into a corner.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
It ONLY turns on with the Power + Vol Up button. And by turning on I mean I can use everything like regular, PC recognizes it for debugging as well, only the for the Vol Down button broke.

So problem is that I can't use the Power + Vol Down to get to the HBOOT menu and I don't know how to otherwise.

And that I have to use Power + Vol Up to turn it on everytime, which seems strange to me.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Okay, it's good that you can boot into OS, and therefore use adb. You can go to bootloader with adb command:

adb reboot bootloader

From there, do fastboot getvar all, and post the results (delete IMEI and serial number before posting).

This software number you gave earlier can be deceiving. It may reflect the base of a custom ROM installed, instead of the firmware number (corresponding to the hboot, radio, etc.). Plus getvar all, gives me a lot of other useful info on the M8 version, s-on or off, etc.

Yes, that is strange. So if you hold just power in OS, do you get the options to power down, reboot, etc.?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Tjarco:
Thanks so much man, I gave up on this thing yesterday!

(bootloader) version: 0.5

(bootloader) version-bootloader: 3.19.0.0000

(bootloader) version-baseband: 1.0.U20410.1@60201

(bootloader) version-cpld: None

(bootloader) version-microp: None

(bootloader) version-main: 2.10.401.1

(bootloader) version-misc: PVT SHIP S-ON

(bootloader) serialno:

(bootloader) imei:

(bootloader) imei2: Not Support

(bootloader) meid: 00000000000000

(bootloader) product: m8ql_ul

(bootloader) platform: hTCBmsm8939

(bootloader) modelid: 0PKV10000

(bootloader) cidnum: HTC__031

(bootloader) battery-status: good

(bootloader) battery-voltage: 0mV

(bootloader) partition-layout: Generic

(bootloader) security: on

(bootloader) build-mode: SHIP

(bootloader) boot-mode: FASTBOOT

(bootloader) commitno-bootloader: 0b9a12e3

(bootloader) hbootpreupdate: 11

(bootloader) gencheckpt: 0

(bootloader) mfg-name: 0001

all: Done!

yes works just like normal...
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Okay, I'm really glad I asked for the getvar data. You don't have the "regular" or most common version of the M8 (and also, not the AT&T variant, for which this section is specific). But rather, you have the M8s as indicated by the product name and Model ID above. The radio number, and version number also looked weird to me (did not correspond to those of the M8) which was another clue something was screwy.

The M8s is actually different in hardware from other M8 versions (different Snapdragon chipset, different camera, etc.). And therefore you need a different TWRP version, and it also uses different ROMs (there are very few for the M8s). Try the recovery here:

https://xdaforums.com/htc-one-m8/one-m8s-general/make-custom-recovery-htc-one-m8s-t3114245

You can also refer to the M8s General section for additional info and resources for the "s" version:

https://xdaforums.com/htc-one-m8/one-m8s-general
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] safrassm:
Back to Stock

(bootloader) version: 0.5

(bootloader) version-bootloader: 3.19.0.0000

(bootloader) version-baseband: 4.0.U605761@60220A

(bootloader) version-cpld: None

(bootloader) version-microp: None

(bootloader) version-main: 6.20.502.5

(bootloader) version-misc: PVT SHIP S-ON

(bootloader) serialno: HT45SWM06618

(bootloader) imei: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ( Deleted)

(bootloader) imei2: Not Support

(bootloader) meid: 00000000000000

(bootloader) product: m8_ul_ca

(bootloader) platform: hTCBmsm8974

(bootloader) modelid: 0P6B12000

(bootloader) cidnum: CWS__001

(bootloader) battery-status: good

(bootloader) battery-voltage: 0mV

(bootloader) partition-layout: Generic

(bootloader) security: on

(bootloader) build-mode: SHIP

(bootloader) boot-mode: FASTBOOT

(bootloader) commitno-bootloader: 205bdca3

(bootloader) hbootpreupdate: 11

(bootloader) gencheckpt: 0

all: Done!

finished. total time: 0.125s

Bootloader - Unlocked

Recovery - TWRP

Rooted - Yes

Custom ROM - Resurrection Remis 5.8.5 Final

if want to go back to stock what is procedure

i have below RUU

RUU_M8_UL_M60_SENSE70_ATT_MR_Cingular_US_6.20.502.5_combined.exe

can i run this exe after relock the bootloader?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Not related to the topic of the thread.

I'll answer you somewhere else . . . in one of the 10 threads you spammed. And now you see why cross posting is against the rules. It just clutters up the forum, and makes it confusing for both you and those trying to help you!
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] jerryspring:
Got link for this towel root mod strings?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] jerryspring:
Would you happen to know the mod string code for towel root?
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Never needed such a thing. Just unlock bootloader via HTCDev.com, install TWRP and root (SuperSU or Magisk, your choice) and be done with it. I don't remember much about towel root, besides vaguely remembering it and kingroot being pretty dodgy, and not working a lot of the time. The HTCDev.com method pretty much always works.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] jerryspring:
Snap...I meant to post in Verizon m8. My bad
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] Phoenix Down Syndrome:
What about if on Android 6.0?

There is no option for "Fast boot" under battery manager on my device. Is there an alternative?

My AT&T one M8 is Android 6.0. HTC Sense Version 7.0. Software number 6.20.502.5. I'm going to attempt every option I find on here to gain root. Because the OS has filled my internal memory with log files that cant be deleted w/o root. And now google play services say it's not compatible with my device.

I'm already starting to lean on the idea of tossing this phone into a wood chipper or microwave with joy.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] mrrocketdog:
good to have info. thank you
[Android General] androidfreak70:
Hi people!

I was playing with my XZ systemUI.apk and found an icons with names of android versions! But some of them unknown:confused:

Take look here:

The red marked icons are the unknown!:confused::eek:
[Android General] axljohn:
i guess they only appear rarely or after a set period of time (in daydream for example)
[Android General] androidfreak70:
i didnt saw those icons in the system (eg. settings home)

i extracted the apk and just found them :D

Xperia™ Z (C6602) with tapatalk
[Android General] axljohn:
Still, it's just a waste of space, time and effort if those icons won't bother showing up. :P I guess they're just extras to make more confusions to the end user. :D
[Android General] androidfreak70:
yeah i think they just trash :D

Xperia™ Z (C6602) with tapatalk
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] baoxiaozhong:
I has installed CyanogenMod , but I don't like dialer.apk , I has installed RocketDial.apk , how to change default call & answer program to RocketDial.apk ?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] speedfreak228:
im currently thinking about getting the htc m8 or waiting for the lgG3. Seen a couple reviews about the g3 having a really dim screen and that would be a deal breaker. So my question to you guys is how much does everyone like there m8? i had the m7 and it was a great phone, loved blinkfeed.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] berndblb:
A-m-a-z-i-n-g device. That's all I have to say.

Review after review call it "the best Android phone on the market" for a reason - until the next "best" thing comes along! :D
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] ccoulterjg1:
I was right where you are right now and I put a ton of time reading and watching reviews, doing my own pros and cons of each, and I am very happy with the M8. Literally the only draw back I have with this device is the camera. That being said, it still takes great shots as long as you don't plan on making them your HD wallpaper on your 23" monitor. I went back through all of my previous photos on old devices like the Moto X and the LG G2 and noticed that most all of my shots didn't require cropping at all or were close-ups. And personally, the extra camera features on the M8 actually enhance these types of photos that I take. So for me, it's all around great.

I was torn for 3 reasons. One was the camera which I just covered. The other was battery life, but the M8 just sips juice. Doesn't use hardly anything while not in use. And the final reason was the screen. I'm a sucker for a good screen, so naturally the G3 was calling my name; however, the 441 pixels per inch on the M8 is absolutely gorgeous. If you glue your eyeball to the screen, you may be able to convince yourself that you see pixels, but coming from a huge screen critic, you won't be displeased in the slightest.

Finally, the build quality and just overall good looks of the phone is something that people, even iPhone users, envy. Plus the sense ui on the Android OS has been greatly improved to the point where it's faster than stock android and I personally haven't experienced any lag. And let's not forgot the dual front-facing speakers which are wonderful for watching any videos or listening to music. So unless you want a ginormous screen or are a professional photographer taking photos on a smartphone for some reason, I would push you to get the M8.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] speedfreak228:
so after visiting the LG G3 forums and reading some things i went and ordered the htc m8 in hot rod red, it will be here wednesday. I just dont think LG paired the right processor with the display, think they should have waited for the 805. If the battery life is as good as everyone says i should be extremely happy with the HTC m8. How is the standby battery life?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] wtoj34:
Fantominal. Yes. I made a new word. Fantastic and phenomenal. In all seriousness though, overnight uncharged I averaged about -2 to 3% on stock. I let me device charge overnight now so I no longer have that stat but the battery life on this phone is overall phantabulous.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] speedfreak228:
Mine was finally delivered today and man this thing is nice. The red metal looks awesome! Fast and smooth experince.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] thunderbls:
Device can be s'off, rooted with custom recovery which is what drove my choice along with features and design. Custom roms have exploded for this device with stock, gpe and some cm options. I have tried most roms and am very pleased with this device... had the m7, s4 honestly my only issue with the phone is that it satisfies my need to want a newer phone lol.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] speedfreak228:
Seems like the M8 development has really taken off compared to the Samsung devices. I love the design of this phone. Haven't been able to really judge battery life today, been where there isn't good service all day.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] jcbjoe:
It's probably like that cause the m8 is newer then the galaxy devices.. No excuses but it seems like that.. I still have a locked bootloader been a while
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] thunderbls:
Locked because you haven't got around to it or because your running into issues?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] justin94:
Amazing device. Camera is awesome but scratches very easily. I can no longer use mine, need to replace it
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] jcbjoe:
Nope .. I think almost or every Dev or hacker to unlock the bootloader.. It's complicated
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario General] agent008:
I have this bar right above my soft keys (calendar and contacts) which is displaying battery status. How can I get rid of it. It is occupying my precious today screen space.
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario General] decknologist:
Remove init_tray from windows\startup

see: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=276300&highlight=init_tray
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario General] agent008:
That works for the battery status. I have another program which is still showing up there. Is there another place I need to look at?
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario General] decknologist:
Try a soft reset. When the device starts up the comm manager bar should have gone.