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[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] secondhand2:
Would like to try upgrading stock rom but my TWRP procedure is wrong

I'd like to use the stock roms here but....

Would someone point me in the right direction regarding installing TWRP on an unlocked US996 LV20 build number NRD90M, software version us99610n and security patch nov 6,2017.

I've used these links to install TWRP

https://www.reddit.com/r/lgv20/comments/7owhez/does_anyone_know_how_to_root_a_fully_updated_v20/7

https://xdaforums.com/v20/help/v20-us996atn-factory-unlocked-boot-twrp-t3726279

https://android.gadgethacks.com/how-to/unlock-your-lg-v20s-bootloader-us-variant-0175332/

I can flash no-verity-opt-encrypt-6.0 and/or magisk 16, reboot to recovery to format data - type "yes" and rebooting.

But so far I keep having to factory data reset TWRP every time I try and go back into TWRP using the lower volume+power button.

Do most people in this thread use TWRP 3.2.1-3?

I apologize if this posting this question here is a no-no but seeing that everyone here has TWRP installed for the model of phone I am using I was thinking that someone could point me to the proper procedure...

Thank you
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
That's normal when using the button combo to boot into twrp, it doesn't really do a factory reset. You might want to look into an app that will make booting into recovery easier and quicker
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] secondhand2:
Oh ok Thanks...I was expecting to be able to use the button combo to get into TWRP when powering on the phone

because I had installed TWRP on a Galaxy S5 and I can get to TWRP using the button combo for that phone.

Are there no versions of TWRP for the LV20 that allow access from power up via the button combo? Is this only an LV20 anomaly or ....

Thank you for the reply
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] TN_engineer:
If you have root, I would use the Simple Reboot app, available on F-Droid and the Play Store. You can boot to recovery without hardware buttons, as well as other forms of reboot.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] secondhand2:
Ok, Thank you I will try that....
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] TN_engineer:
There are several that look similar, but its the one that's white with blue arrows in the icon.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
You misunderstood what I was saying, the button combo makes you think you are doing a factory reset, but you just click yes twice and instead of factory resetting it boots into twrp, but yes an app is easier to use
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] secondhand2:
Thanks for your help...it's working "normally" now with Magisk installed and I can get into and out of TWRP using the button combo to get back to the system
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] scienceboyroy:
My problem is likely caused by something simple that I've overlooked in my frustration. I've been messing with this phone since last weekend, and in total I'm sure I've spent nearly 24 hours on it. It all started when I decided to switch from SuperSU to Magisk, and failed to realize that my backup files were on the internal SD card, not external. But I digress.

I've been trying to flash this on my US Cellular US996 (which was sold to me as an "unlocked US996" on Swappa... still mad about that) unlocked with DirtySanta. I go through the process of flashing the 10f KDZ file through LGUP, unlocking the bootloader and flashing TWRP. All of that goes according to plan.

But then I try to flash the US99610p.zip file in TWRP, immediately followed by Magisk-v16.0.zip. The US99610p.zip installs without issue, but then the Magisk install stops because it detects a non-stock boot.img. Not knowing what else to do, I reboot... Only to find that now my TWRP is gone and my bootloader is locked. So I have to start over with LGUP and the 10f KDZ.

What am I doing wrong?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
You need to update twrp
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] scienceboyroy:
I've been using TWRP 3.1.1-0, though when I started, I was using 3.0.2-1. I know there's this 3.2.1-0 available, but I had some weird USB issues with that one. Is there another one available, or do I need to use that 3.2.1-0?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
Look for Phoenix's thread
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] scienceboyroy:
Okay. I think that's the second one I linked, so I'll try it again. Maybe I was doing something wrong the first time. That was several days ago, so I barely remember the specifics; between working full-time, schooling part-time, family, farm, and working on this phone, I've not had much time to sleep this week.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] scienceboyroy:
So I've been trying for several hours now, but no luck. With TWRP 3.2.1-3 (from Phoenix's thread), I just finished flashing US99610p.zip, then no-verity-opt-encrypt-6.0.zip (because previous attempts without it were unsuccessful), and then Magisk-v16.0.zip. Rebooting put me in a bootloop where the screen alternated between the LG logo and the "your device is corrupt, cannot be trusted, and may run for political office" warning.

I'm not sure what to try next. Maybe I should just stick with Tilde88's NotSoStock ROM. It's only 10d and seems to dislike my Bluetooth accessories, but at least I can get it to boot...
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
10p seems to give everyone problems is there a latter version you can flash
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] scienceboyroy:
The ones listed in the OP only go to 10p.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] gustav30:
Just wanted to say thank you for the latest 'u' update. I always enjoy a mostly stock rom. Installed today without any problems.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] daverup:
Wrong thread/model?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] gustav30:
Yeah, I posted in the wrong thread.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] EightBitLife:
im stuck in a bootloop how do i get out of it im so lost
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] BROKEN1981:
Explain your steps please and I can better help you.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] DogandBoyTech:
I was having the same issue. I just assumed that the old Magisk 16.0 zip from my last install would work fine, it didn't. Gave me the same error you did.

I went and downloaded a fresh 16.0 zip (to be fair it could be the exact same file, the filesize seemed identical) and then did the flash again, and then it worked!

So either 1 of 2 things happened:

1. There is a slightly updated zip version of Magisk that allows the install to go through.

2. For some reason the install will always fail on the first try, and you should just try the install again after a few minutes.

Let me know if any of this helps.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
I have an unlocked US996 using it on Verizon. Should I be on the 10n (which says "unlocked non-US Cellular") or the 10p (which seems to be the latest)?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] EightBitLife:
No matter what Tom I use from first post just boot loops. I ended up getting deox rom installed and magisk working
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] darkknight200:
[MENTION=5687667]dimm0k[/MENTION] has said that if you are coming from dirtysanta device and flashing these us996 zip to make sure to remove aboot and abootbak? in the zip and then flash it after.

I think thas the main cause of the recent posts regarding bootloops and not starting up.

Flashing over the eng aboot is is causing these problems.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Anyone??
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Up to you.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Would the 10p work on the US996 on Verizon?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
As long as you've unlocked the device beforehand.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
I see, thank you very much.:)
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] DogandBoyTech:
So I'm on a US996 with root and the newly posted 10p.

LG is still wanting to do a software update. Anyone know what that's about?

Also, anyone know what I need to do to get the update notifications to stop popping up?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
Do you have to post this in multiple threads? Smh
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Yeah at this point I'm looking for exposure since no one seems to even know the bpt version exists... I tried some posts on multiple threads for dirty santa on the us996 and got no response. I only have 30days for a return so there is a clock ticking so to speak.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
Well overposting and posting off topic stuff in multiple threads isn't going to get you anywhere
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Got you made :svetius:
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] DogandBoyTech:
After using the new p for a week the phone randomly loses all connection, which is awkward especially in the middle of phone calls. Anyone else having a similar issue?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Zazaam:
us996 bpt owner here DS rooted

follow instructions here

https://xdaforums.com/v20/help/want-help-rooting-security-patches-t3680397

the OP determine s whether you can DS(dirty santa)root or not

regarding the ARB switch in software. If you are on 10n on the US996 or below the ability to roll back to a DS vulnerable ROM is within reach then just exploit with DS. hope you didn't return phone yet.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Wait did you just downgrade to 10g for the bpt or did you flash unlocked version 10f?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Zazaam:
the unlocked 10f version was flashed using patched lg up. Then DS is possible for your US996bpt.

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the unlocked 10f was flashed using patched lgup. Then DS procedure was followed almost verbatim. this is for the US996 bpt.

Brightpoint doesn't exist anymore they took the money and ran. left us with locked bootloaders.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] raduque:
Are the US Cellular firmwares branded? Also, can I flash one of them to a VS995 running US99610F?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Just noticed there's a new release, albeit still Nougat: https://lg-firmwares.com/lg-us996-firmwares/firmwares/

UCK	US99610o_01_0202.kdz / Android 7.x Nougat / 2674527323 / 2018-10-18

Apparently it's "US Cellular Tulsa," whatever that means.

Just thinking it may at least have an updated security patch, if nothing else. Is anyone willing/able to investigate further?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Installed the 1010p version.

How can I completely delete the bloatware like facebook, evernote, instagram?

I have tried through Titanium Backup, but every time I reboot the phone, they are back.

Thank you in advance.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Did you flash Magisk and confirm you're rooted?

Once you confirm that you're rooted, my system app uninstaller of choice is https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Yes, I flashed magisk (17.1) and used a root checker to confirm I'm rooted.

I tried that particular app and it came back with a failed message each time I tried with facebook, etc.

Any other suggestions?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Do you have Magisk Manager installed and set up?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Have you tried the the hybrid Oreo build from AO thread? If so did, did you try to revert back to nougat build? Fingerprint will not work. Only way is to revert the bootstack from what I was told.I If you did how did you get back onto Nougat bootstack? I really don't want to have to find a windows computer to run the ds exploit again. Your my last hope Obi-Wan Kenobi. :) I was hoping I could just flash 10f from here then update through flash of AO 4.0. not sure where the ds exploit works. Maybe it's in the bootstack so I will have to start from beginning.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Yes, have it installed and set up. What's your thoughts?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Did you get a prompt for root permissions when running the uninstall app I posted? You should have.

Double check in Magisk Manager -> Superuser permissions that the app has been granted root permissions.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Yes, it prompted me and it is granted according to magisk.

Still fails.

Does this phone need s-off (I saw in searching that other phones need that)? If so, how do I do it?

Thanks again. :)
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] cnjax:
S-off is an HTC thing
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Thank you for asking about Magisk. I was able to get rid of them with the debloat mod.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] baldybill:
Okay Instagram is not uninstalling even with debloat. Any thoughts?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] NeoTheHacker0110:
Nevermind
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] KirkH420:
The only file in that list that still goes to a working link was the very last one. Maybe I'm retarded and that was implied or something but maybe not. LOL I guess I'll try this one.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidgro:
Would someone please re-upload US99610n somewhere? I have a true unlocked US996 and don't want to mix it with the UCL junk.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
There isn't any "UCL junk" that I'm aware of. The stock unlocked 996 software is the same so far as I've seen.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidgro:
Not from what I've read. Even the very first page mentions the bootloader being flashed different (and that's the component I want to upgrade so I can try a custom kernel)

And bloatware is mentioned elsewhere too. Also I need it to keep what Verizon compatibility it has - both SMS and VoLTE for example.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
I run 10p and I have no issue running a custom kernel. Boot partition is only modified to remove LG's root detection tool, which is a good thing.

AFAIK, the unlocked 996 has no compatibility with VoLTE. I can't recall anyone being successful without a carrier branded device.

As for SMS, why wouldn't it work?

Bloatware is no different between unlocked and UCL.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidgro:
I mean this.

Perhaps you are thinking of VoWiFi? That doesn't work. But I use VoLTE every day, and soon only phones that support it will be able to make calls on Verizon at all!

This. I figure (really hope) that they are talking about having flashed a UCL version.

It looks like the person who they were responding to did fix it -- by flashing 10n again!

Perhaps you are right. Still, since I'm planning to dirty flash (after making backups), I'd rather the system be as close to the same (except versions) as possible.

So, does anyone still have a copy of US99610n.zip?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
My brightpoint was VoLTE compatible with Verizon before and after changing to unlocked version through dirty Santa. Got 10p Alpha Omega on it. TMobile too.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidgro:
Would you please re-upload this somewhere? Doesn't have to be Drive of course, maybe Mega or similar?

I feel pretty stupid for not downloading it much sooner when I had the chance, but I finally have reason to do an update, and really don't want to mix it with a ROM for a different model that is carrier specific.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] phamanhvu01:
[MENTION=4166279]davidgro[/MENTION] Here's the link you asked for. Still works for me.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidgro:
Thank you! I somehow missed that while searching the thread.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] dimm0k:
HOLY F'IN SH*T!! Oreo finally released for this damned device from LG... please check first post for link to the non-US Cellular unlocked version of a flashable TWRP zip. currently at work so haven't loaded it yet onto my device, but so far all the files check out.

please see this comment regarding TWRP and /data partition encryption https://www.reddit.com/r/lgv20/comm...s99610k10l10n10o10p20f_stock_rom_twrp/ed5olp6
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] koushik.maximus1:
Yeah finally Oreo. The music player UI changes and the game mode are welcome changes. Phone feels snappier too but there's a reduction in Antutu score. Hoping that the battery didn't take a hit.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] darkknight200:
I think I posted this before.

For any dirty santa us996 variants, you can delete aboot and aboot back in the Oreo zip file and then flash the zip with no problem. Then flash magisk and mk2000 Oreo us996santa kernel after and then it should boot up normally.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] secondhand2:
Hi

Anyone try the kernel profile manager from here https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/app-kernel-profile-manager-t3799348 to extend battery life on a us996 with 20f installed? Wanted to know if it helped prolong the battery time before recharging was needed again on a stock battery...if this question is in the wrong thread I apologize...I'm using both 20f and us996 and looking to keep stock battery but extend usage between charges..

Thanks!
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] KoKoMaster:
Is any gifted individual able to modify the stock kernel for 20f to have kcal support. It would be great to be able to apply the screen retention fix while still using a mostly stock kernel.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] feretio:
How has the Oreo image been working out for anyone who's been running it for a while? What kinds of issues or pluses have you encountered?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] pspablo:
Flashable zip the US996 on F800L

Will this rom work on a rooted F800L?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Kolyei:
I'm trying to download these zips and only the "10p" one is available to download. Can you update the links please?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] trouble.:
I flashes the 20f on my 10f and now im stuck on warning screen. And it says my bootloader is locked now. Now i don't have recovery
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] moSess:
Anyone have US99610p.zip? It would be greatly appreciated.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Just use alpha omega it's sick minus mods you choose to install...
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] moSess:
Fingerprint failed to register

Currently running it. If any issues arise flashing stock is invaluable. For instance I had an issue with fingerprint not being able to register on fresh, correctly installed/directions completely followed, installs . Both Weta and Alpha Omega. It would just fail. Rest of the room was fully functional. But who wants a gimped rom?! Can't remember the wording. Couldn't find a fix anywhere. Found a 10n that helped me remedy that all through twrp. No lg, kd., stuff. Just flashed stock image and voila. Redid the install and fingerprint were golden.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] LRail:
Do you lose Quad DAC and FM Radio ? If so.. No thanks

Which phone ? A Real us996 ? Was it unlocked via offical LG method ? People will need more details to help you.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Umm its stock so of course not... If your really worried just don't add any mods that come with it
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] android86.ad:
Can you please update download links?

---------- Post added at 07:37 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:57 PM ----------

NM I just keep trying and finally got the link to work.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] ruijay:
How so? The download links are not working for me except for the f version.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
Why not just use alpha omega and why would you want older os version? O_o
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] ruijay:
I did not realize the o version was the latest until after I posted. I upgraded from f directly. I made sure that I have the latest twrp version to avoid issues with encryption. So far so good. I am glad I can hold on to my phone for little longer since I have the Android 8.0 now :)

Anybody know if there will be more versions coming up or if the o is the finale?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] Vortell:
It's the final lg screwed us again. Same for lg g6! Pie came out only for South Korean version.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] partyman66:
Does anyone have the 10p version of the zip? Links are dead and i want to see if firmware is included in the package.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] dilligaf56:
Do you still have this file? I have a second V20 US996 (unlocked bootloader, TWRP installed, but using Oreo firmware so fingerprint scanner non-functional) which I'd like to put Lineage on. I have to go back to Nougat firmware to make this work but don't want to lose recovery. If you still have the file please let me know - thanks!
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] dilligaf56:
Did you find a copy? Links are still dead.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] ssurell:
says it's in owner's trash. So Drive still has it if owner doesn't empty their trash.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] R-T-B:
It wouldn't even act like it saw my SIM post flashing, but I'll accept it was probably something I did, lol. Are you on Verizon per chance?

Either way, you will need uppercut to downgrade from 10L. Sorry for any misinformation, just was sounding the alarm "just in case." lol.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
I'm in Canada on Fido, which is a sub-brand of Rogers.

Not disputing, but I'm not sure why you'd want to downgrade from 10L, considering it packs some pretty critical security updates. Is there any particular reason?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] ecrab1:
<3

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! This ROM has been my saving grace. My camera app was saving photos upside-down and the only thing that fixed it was dirty-flashing this over my old stock rom. :good:

You da bomb, friend.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] tripey:
Just to confirm. I have a US996 NOT US Cellular, on Verizon and on 10D. Am I OK to flash this in TWRP with 10L?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] R-T-B:
I didn't want to really. It just that my data connection ceased to work with 10L. Still trying to work it out.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] WTF?:
can I flash 10L direct from 10F ?
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] R-T-B:
Yes, you can. I tracked my data issue down to a unrelated thing.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
What thing would that be? It would be helpful to clarify the issue in case anyone else runs up against it. Regardless, it's good to know it wasn't a direct result of flashing 10L :)
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] dhelawas:
Yes you can to flash... I has try it.. Work flawesly nothing bug... Just note, flash without root mate... If u flashing rooting.zip you will face bootloop.. Actually i think this update not allow rooting activity... CMIIW...
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
Root works fine. I was rooted with Magisk on 10K, booted into TWRP, flashed 10L, flashed Magisk, and I was good to go.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] R-T-B:
If you flash straight from lineage to your 10l zip, the APN gets configured wrong (no entry). Easy fix though once you know what's up
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] dhelawas:
thx for share.. Just my bad maybe... I always get bootlop and back to long proses because my twrp access is blocked... Actually im unlock bootloader with unprosedure lg, my device id never match to request unlock code.. What version magisk to work for 10L and are u still facing screen static....? Please guide me to have access root on lates firmware.. Thx
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] tripey:
Awesome! Been wanting to update this phone for awhile
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] WTF?:
Has anyone tried 10L and rooting with SuperSU 2.82 - that is what I am currently rooted with on 10F - I have always preferred SuperSU to Magisk.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickthaskater:
I unlocked my v20 with the LG unlock guide so I don't have any static. I use Magisk 14.0.
[LG V20 Guides, News, & Discussion] masktao:
before i use WETA 5.0.7 us996 rom ,the signal is fine, now i flash ur 10I , us996 is no signal. how can fix it?