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[Sprint LG G2] blas4me:
Hope this helps

Go here for the tools, and you can find the tot files they're all over the web. I've bricked a bunch of times, this tool has saved me a lot of headache. Im on Boost also, and any rom should work, it just has to be for LS980. Let me know how things go, maybe I could recommend some roms. Oh, and get your hands on the ZV8 modem aka radio, most of the roms use jelly bean base, so you'll need to flash that with the roms, in TWRP, add another zip.

http://www.rwilco12.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=96
[Sprint LG G2] Cesium22:
This may be a bit off topic b

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ut I'm on a sprint CM12 rom and found a way to switch to lte with the least glitches. go into the settings and switch to "CDMA/EvDo auto" and once 3g pops up switch to global and immediately reboot. this works about 90% to switch to lte.
[Sprint LG G2] Deleted member 5154195:
CM11/CM12 Network Config to Boost

After using lg flash tools to downgrade to zv8, I was able to root using ioroot and get cwm using freegee (using twrp on zv8 gave me 2.7.0.0 then after flashing the 2.8.5.0 update, it wouldn't get past loading screen). Now with zv8, root, and cwm, I was able to flash cm12 latest nightly and worked great (same with cm11 latest snapshot), much smoother than kitkat; but of course the problem was data wasn't working. This is because the phone doesn't get configured to boost mobile network settings as it does when activating the phone out of the box. I tried copying boostzone from stock into cm12 system to see if it would help config the network as it does on stock, but instead it converts itself to sprintzone and nothing improves. Someone posted a thread in cyanogenmod forum asking if anyone knows how to configure the apn settings after flashing cm. So my guess is our best bet is to figure out how to configure these network settings, maybe having something to do with msl codes and etc, kinda like how people are able to flash the sprint lg g3 onto boost mobile and get 3g. I will try to attempt something these days after studying this more, but if anyone else has any suggestions, please help us boost mobile users out, lol.
[Sprint LG G2] Deleted member 5154195:
Exciting news, after a few days of studying, here it is:

http://androidforums.com/threads/mod-universal-boost-apn-fix-for-d2lte-builds-mod.840501/
[Sprint LG G2] admee2k13:
Well I can say for anyone on the boost mobile version of the g2 the APN zip worked for me. I have late and MMS working with stock messenger. I'm on the latest nightly 3/19 if that Helps
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
Is there a way to make the Sprint G2 work with Boost? I'd rather not have to pay full price for the Boost version when the Sprint version is so much cheaper, or paying someone $50 on eBay to make it work, and only being at 3G?

I am a current Boost customer if that helps.
[Sprint LG G2] jdk2:
I bought a new Sprint LG G2 at BestBuy for $199.99 + tax and activated it on Boost in place of a Galaxy S III. It works as expected. I'm still stock and not rooted. The phone came with ZDC out of the box and updated a couple of times to ZVE.
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
What exactly do you mean by you activated the G2 in place of an SIII?
[Sprint LG G2] jdk2:
I had an S III on my account and switched the G2 over to that line.
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
... meaning you just activated the G2 without doing anything?
[Sprint LG G2] jdk2:
I called Boost CSR and asked to activate the phone. They fiddled with something in their system and the phone was activated. I didn't have to make any changes to the phone. It was handled on their end.

The number I had on the GSIII moved over to the LG G2 when they completed the activation. Both phones had to be turned off and they recommended I leave the LG G2 off for 10 minutes before turning it back on. THE GSIII was put in a drawer turned off where it still remains.
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
Thanks! I was just making sure. It didn't seem all that simple when I was looking into it...
[Sprint LG G2] EROMITLAB:
Has anyone heard anything about the lollipop ? update to the Ls980 boost mobile version? I know sprint is pushing the update to its g2 but when can we expect it for boost mobile?
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
I have a Sprint G2 "converted" to Boost by a Boost-branded store and have the update. Once a zip was uploaded I sideloaded it and have no issues with Lollipop.

If you haven't seen an OTA yet find one of the many links to the update and sideload it.
[Sprint LG G2] Ecks-One:
Hello jdk2. I was wondering how you were liking your Sprint G2 on Boost Mobile. Is everything (sms, mms, data, etc. ) working correctly? Do you have 4G LTE? I currently have an LG Volt and saw the Sprint LG G2 for sale at Best Buy for $150. I have been contemplating getting one.
[Sprint LG G2] jdk2:
It worked as expected with no real issues aside from some slight Lollipop lag that occasionally popped up. It was far better than the GS III I had previously.

I sold the phone recently and picked up a N6 to put on T-Mobile. I wanted a larger screen.
[Sprint LG G2] Ecks-One:
Thanks. I appreciate your input. I was just concerned about the 4G LTE data (and sms, mms) working properly out of the box. There always seem to be little issues here and there when updating to a new OS. Just curious, did you ever use it with Kit Kat? I plan to run a vanilla version of Lollipop in the future anyway if I do get it. I have a choice between the Boost Mobile version for $250 or the Sprint one for $150. The Sprint version is so damn tempting. I was told by my Best Buy rep that they are going to drop it another $50 soon because of the LG G4 now. From what he told me, Best Buy has a huge inventory of G2s. I'm happy with my LG Volt, but I think it's a steal for $150 as is!
[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
The Sprint LG G2 on Boost Mobile works great. Lollipop is good too. Mine had 3 back to back OTA updates. Over 2GB. But the LTE radio is really good compared to my old S3.
[Sprint LG G2] Ecks-One:
I know. I got one and I love it! ;)
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
I'm running the S3 with Boost right now but Wy has got me tempted to buy the G2. I sure hope Best Buy ends up dropping it another $50. I would definitely have to scoop one up for sure.
[Sprint LG G2] EROMITLAB:
Picking up a sprint G2 from best buy today to use on boost mobile. I bought a boost mobile version a couple months back for twice the amount of money. I sure wish I would have thought about this before lol ?. The hardware is identical. My girlfriend fell in love with my G2 so im getting her one to replace her second generation moto E.
[Sprint LG G2] Kahroo:
Where can I find the CM12.1 ROM for this phone?
[Sprint LG G2] :
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Ls980_Info

The latest nightly works best!
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
Hi all. I just bought the Sprint LG G2 from Best Buy ($149.95) and tried to switch my S3 phone number over. I have went through 3 Boost reps and even ended up taking it to a Boost store. As of right now all I have is the radio working. No data. I can make and receive calls but that's it. Thankfully wifi works. That last Boost rep I spoke with said I needed a Boost SIM which he mailed and will be here in 7-10 days. I didn't even know this phone had a SIM until the rep told me where to look lol. Sure enough, it has a SIM and it's Sprint (of course).

I tried to tell them that I have several friends who were able to activate over the phone with EVERYTHING working but Boost insists this isn't possible any longer. The phone must have a Boost SIM card. Sooooo, looks like I'll have to wait and try it with the Boost SIM.

Anyone else having data issues?

They still haven't dropped the price. Still $149.95. Probably won't either. I was at the Best Buy Monday and ordered mine. The white phones can't even be ordered any longer and the black ones are in short supply.
[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
Yeah. What Biker said.
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
Hey buddy. I hope the SIM I'm getting works. It's really weird everyone else didn't need one. The technical rep at Boost told me they had made some changes in the past month so that may be what's going on. Who knows? I guess I'll just have to wait and see. I would hate to take this back to Best Buy but it does me no good w/o data.

Sent from my LG-LS980 using Xparent Purple Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G2] kolosus:
I converted a (Sprint) LG G2 over to Boost. Everything works like a dream. Calling, sms, mms, LTE, 3g. I'm contemplating going over to a G3 or maybe even a G4. Problem is finding one. The G6 Edge is easier to find...
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
I'M thinking it's an APN issue. I actually had 3g working a few days ago but messed around with it and did a factory reset. I had lost some Sprint ROM settings and tried to get them back with no luck. Also, I now have a Boost bootanimation. Anyways, I know how to set it up so I get calls and I can also send and receive MMS. I just can't get the Internet to work. Weird huh? MMS needs data so why doesn't my browser or apps works? I went into the hidden menu and change my MMSC setting to Boost. That's probably why I can send and receive MMS.

My Boost SIM will be here by Friday. Hopefully that'll get everything working. I'll post an update when I get it installed.

Sent from my SPH-L710 using Xparent Purple Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
Unless your phone is an Official Boost device or listed here, you'll have to flash that phone's IMEI (and other important identifiers) with those from a working donor phone. Boost actually updates that list every-now-and-then as I have noticed a bunch of Samsung phones added. I don't remember when I first noticed the added phones...

I bought a Sprint G3 Vigor off eBay that "worked" on Boost and had nothing but trouble trying to get it activated as they flashed the info of a Boost G2 onto the Vigor. It came down to waiting for a Boost SIM and no guarantee after using that SIM that it'd work properly, and using my broken touchscreen Aquos Crystal until I bought a G2 and activated that.

Having the Boost boot animation is standard as that is one of the things done in getting a Sprint phone working with Boost (see link above) since all Boost phones have a Boost boot animation (duh).

Try .tot'ing your phone to ZVE and sideloading ZVG (if you want Lollipop) to fix your issues. It SHOULD fix your issues and after it activates, Boost will automatically do it's thing to get it working.
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
I've already received the update over wifi and am running ZVG. I thought about messing with the phone more but don't want to void the warranty by rooting incase there is an actual hardware/software issue. If the SIM doesn't work it's going back.

Thanks for responding to my post. I appreciate it.

Sent from my SPH-L710 using Xparent Purple Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
.tot'ing is like restoring it to a factory-fresh state as I undrestand it (someone correct me if I'm wrong...). I think it would be worth your time to try as it could solve your issues. Though doing so WILL erase EVERYTHING, so backup important things currently on your phone if you do so.

Rooting will void the warranty. BUT there are numerous was to un-root through software and .tot'ing and Boost/LG/Sprint will never know any better :cool:

As for replying: I think I can help you and would want the same if I had any problems. Simply paying it forward. It is what keeps XDA thriving!
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
I've tried the wipe to restore it back to the factory settings but it didn't totally revert back to Sprint. I still have Boost settings. I no longer have GLOBAL in the network settings, only LTE/CDMA & CDMA. I'll try it again once I get to the house. Maybe it'll work this time. I've tried twice with no luck. Maybe the 3rd time will be the charm. :D

Edit: I've had to switch back to my S3 for now. I need the data while out and about.

Sent from my SPH-L710 using Xparent Purple Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
Wiping the data and/or factory resetting won't help you if the data that isn't wiped is wrong /incorrect/missing. i.e. the Android OS itself and settings that require root to change.

.tot'ing is the equivalent of installing any ROM. The only difference is that .tot'ing installs the ROM LG provides.
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
Edited :

OK. I'm familiar with restoring a factory ROM. I've only done it with Odin (Samsung) or while rooted via ADB/fsstboot. Will I be able to flash the original Sprint ROM on an unaltered device? If so, would you be able to provide the specifics. I've familiar with Samsung and Odin. This is only my 2nd LG device so I'm not very familiar with the process. All I did with the last one was flash TWRP and root.

I've been around for awhile and this is the 1st time I've ever heard of tot'ing. Learn something new every day. :)

Thanks again for your assistance. :thumbup:

Edit: After thinking about it, I probably don't even need the steps to restore the stock Sprint ROM. The Boost version my phone has updated to is correct and I'm on the correct baseband. This SIM should solve my data issues. At least I'm hoping it will. I just don't understand why everyone else didn't need a SIM to get data working but Boost insists I do. It doesn't make sense to me. I guess I'll just have to wait and see.

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[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
If you want to .tot back there are multiple threads in the Sprint forum that provide links to the .tot files and radios you need and instructions to get you back up and running.

You don't need a SIM card to get 3G working but DO need a SIM card for LTE. If you had problems with 3G then you have an issue with phone settings and a SIM card will not help you.

If I did help you there's a button you can press. ;)
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
I actually had 3g working but only after adjusting some settings in the hidden menu myself. No help from Boost. 3g data was not working after activating the phone.

The fact remains that everyone here has full access to Boost data w/o a Boost SIM. Why in the world I don't is the BIG MYSTERY.

No need to flash back to the original factory ROM. I just entered ##RTN# plus MSL in the hidden menu and the Sprint settings are restore. Also, this "tot'ing" you are referring to, from what I gather, is actually called flashing. I've been around XDA and Android Forums for years and this is the 1st time I've ever heard it called tot'ing.

I'll get this figured out one way or the other. There is also a possibility that I have a faulty device. It happens.

Oh, no need to point out the thanks button either. I've used it hundreds of times :p. If you'll take a quick glance, all your posts have been thanked. ;)

[MENTION=5361232]wyelkins[/MENTION], I've got the GLOBAL setting back along with all the other Sprint ROM options. The ##RTN# worked properly the 2nd time around. Have no fear! I'll get this puppy working or get another phone and be in the development section before long. The stock ROM runs great but all of this bloat has got to go. The fact that the stock system takes up more that 8 gigs is INSANE. Especially when there are only 32gigs to begin with. A custom ROM will take care of that.

Peace

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[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
I was pretty sure the ##rtn# would do it. I wonder if LTE will work with your current SIM like mine does.
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
I know that .tot'ing is flashing. I did say a few posts back that .tot'ing is the equivalent as installing a ROM. It meant sense to me that installing a ROM meant flashing. The files used in flashing back to Stock end in .tot . It's an LG thing and that term is frequently used in "Go Back to Stock" threads and their ilk.

All that matters is that somehow your phone works like it should.
[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
What is weird is that Boost couldn't do it at all. Either something has changed in 2 months, several Boost reps were incompetent or there is a hardware problem with the phone. Or a combination of the three.
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
New device, new terminology. TOTing is flashing the stock ROM. Gotcha! ;) I'm working on getting the 3G working now. Radio works fine. Able to make calls in and out, sms, wifi. etc are working. QUESTION?? In your hidden menu...... what is your MMSC set to? mm.myboostmobile or Sprint's?

Yep. I'm trying to repeat the steps I was going over the other night when you and I were texting and I was ago to get 3g working. You know me bro........ I'll work on this thing until my fingers bleed lmao! MUST WORK!!! MUST HAVE DATA!!! GRRRRR..........

Oh. Wy..... you forgot to mention that I took this thing to a Boost store also. Unfortunately the girl working there was CLUELESS. :rolleyes:
[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
And the phone techs had told you to take it to a Boost store to activate. These folks need better training.
[Sprint LG G2] EROMITLAB:
I called and the rep told me that the sprint model was not compatible lol. I called back and the guy who I was speaking with had the phone booting with a boost mobile splash screen along with Lte data text mms talk all working within 10 minutes. Some of the folks really have no idea what they are talking about. It's a shame really. This was all done over the air. I didn't even have to program anything on my side. I have both a boost bought g2 and sprint G2 on boost. Both are identical, both have global settings as well.
[Sprint LG G2] wyelkins:
Similar story in my case. I had to be very insistent. In hindsight it was really bad customer service. If I didn't keep up with this stuff, I would have believed them.

If course, I wouldn't have bought a Sprint LG G2 in the first place if I were that guy.
[Sprint LG G2] MrTriTanium:
I use Textra for messaging and Lollipop screwed something up as I now have to manually enter the APN settings into Textra to receive MMS, when I used KitKat it had no problems. I initially got the settings below from Hangouts, but that was before Google removed changing the APN setttings. You can fins them with a quick search now.

MMSC: mm.myboostmobile.com

MMS Proxy: 68.28.37.7

MMS Proxy Port: 80

Hope these help!

You have to go to a Boost branded store. Like it says Boost on the marquee... I think the Boost customer reps aren't clued in to that you can activate certain Sprint phones to relay that you have to go to a Boost store.

I tried calling Boost after I initially got my Sprint G2 so I didn't have to drive a ways to a Boost store and the reaction I got from the rep was like I was trying to game the system and make them preform wizardry... I went to a store and the woman there was a little envious b/c I have a white G2. She said that when they "secretly" sold the Boost G2 that each store got 3 to sell and that was that and was looking for a white one to activate. She called a number and it was activates with LTE less than ten minutes later.

The only thing I could suggest is to go to a different store and try again.
[Sprint LG G2] kolosus:
Hey Wetbiker7! Fancy meeting you here! Remember me?

Anyway. Since you got your G2 on Boost with phone working I'm going to assume that you have the correct MEID. Here's what you need to do. Put in a standby MEID into your account on Boost Mobile while you pull out your G2. Once your G2 is clear off your account tot back to ZVG or something. I think I went all the way back to ZVC and let the device auto update. Through wifi obviously.

At this point I'd suggest getting a SIM. Either the one they mailed you has arrived or go to a Sprint store and buy one ($10). Make sure it is unused, as in new. Once you have the SIM in the phone put the G2 back on your account. Put in the serial of the SIM that you have in the phone. Go through activation.

I cannot stress this enough. The phone needs to be activated "fresh". If you're trying it like flashing the Supersonic from the incognito then you're going about it the wrong way. It needs to be flashed/programmed by the network. I'm still new to this and learning as I go but apparently 3g is not preassigned like it used to be. It is programmed into the phone at the door.

Anyway. Good luck. PM me if necessary. I have my G2 and I just put my wife's Galaxy S4 (Spark) on Boost too.
[Sprint LG G2] wetbiker7:
Thanks. I've been using ChompSMS for years and have been using those same APN settings when running my S3. Before [MENTION=515792]MopedRyder created the APN fix zip for Boost and Virgin users running AOSP ROMs (no access to the hidden menu), entering those settings manually within a messaging app was the only way to get MMS working. In one of my earlier posts, I asked what your MMSC settings were (Boost or Sprint)...... thanks for posting them. Just a heads up...... you can also go into your hidden menu and enter those settings manually. ##DATA#/ MMSC/ edit/ your MSL. Enter the same APN settings you are using with Textra. This should allow you to use ANY messaging app with your G2.

As for activating it at the Boost store, that is so the phone can be SKU-ed to Boost properly (so they say). Right now, my phone is SKU-ed to Boost. It is showing as a BYOD when activating on their website.

Edit: I just wanted to add the fact that even though they said I needed to take the phone to a Boost store to be re-SKU-ed, the Boost store rep said the phone had already been SKU-ed to Boost. Soooo, the Boost rep I spoke with on the phone WAS able to re-SKU from Sprint to Boost. The trip to the Boost store wasn't even needed. I had a feeling this was going to be the case before I even left my house seeing as so many people have activated this device in the past with Boost reps over the phone.

Hey BRO!! Long time no see!! Great seeing you in the G2 section. :)

Oh yeah..... MEID and all is correct. It's a brand new G2 from Best Buy.

When using the Boost site to switch back and forth from my S3 to the G2, I actually noticed the SIM # was needed during activation of the G2. I plan on doing what you've mentioned when I receive my Boost SIM. When prompted for the SIM, I'll enter the Boost SIM #. Right now it is automatically showing the Sprint SIM that is in the phone.

Thanks for your input [MENTION=3054194]kolosus[/MENTION].

Again, great to see you old friend. :)

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Guys...... the tech I spoke with at Boost said that things have changed within the Boost system in the past month. The issue I am having with the SIM is very likely related to those changes. We shall see.

HEY!!! At least there will be info in here about this issue if any new G2 owners come in search of answers. :good:

To be continued in a few days...........................................

Edit: I just wanted to add that I really appreciate all the advice each of you have given regarding my data issue. It's nice to come into a new device section and meet people who are willing to help out. That's what it's all about guys. :thumbup: