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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] iazybandit:
So I ended up just buying the Seidio Surface holster. I took a chance as I didn't know if it was going to work with my Caseology Parallax. I received it today and it is a perfect fit.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Teksu:
Encased has put up more holsters labeled as compatible with various cases. Just ordered the one for the Sipgen rugged armour.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078MRXTY3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] simple23227:
Hi everyone, I decided to order a few customized back skins for the note 8 from [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] and it looks like they are slammed with orders. Then I read some horrible reviews on this forums and around the net about this "shady" company ... damn, wish I found the reviews before ordering.

Well, it has been only 3 days, but I really hope everything is ok.

Anyone knows of another company where you can upload your own picture to make the back skin for the note 8? I tried with skinit too, but their skins don't have the camera piece. Dbrand doesn't have an option to customize your skin using your own picture.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Sokudoningyou:
Decal Girl. https://www.decalgirl.com/make/

I have two of their skins now, one on the phone, one for backup if I feel like changing. They have a huge range of designs, which is why I like them, but I did make a custom skin for my Note 2 years ago from them.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] slickwraps:
Shady? Happy to help you immediately cancel/refund your order.

We've been a huge supporter on XDA for years. Dbrand? Pretty sure they take the cake for poor reviews. https://www.trustpilot.com/review/dbrand.com
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] simple23227:
Humm, you guys have the same rating (2/5 stars) on trustpilot.com. Anyway, this is my first time ordering from you guys so Im interested to see how it turn out. How long is the current processing time?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] moralesd66:
I recently ordered a full carbon fiber skin from slickwraps. Not a single issue and order was received a week later. Don't believe the hype.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] slickwraps:
You didn't also stumble across our help desk?

https://slickwraps.zendesk.com/hc/e...r-how-long-will-it-take-before-it-is-shipped-

Please shoot an order #, let's get this canceled/refunded.

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Thank You!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vagelis:
I had sent them a custom design, which I received back in the end of September. Took them about 2.5 weeks to process and ship. There was no tracking, but I received it nonetheless
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] fatpeopleunite:
What's with the hostility? You pointed out that dbrand had a bad score and while failing to realize you guys had the same exact score. No where did he say he wanted a refund and instead hoped that things were going to be fine. Why not just prove to him how you guys provide great customer care instead of trying to bash other companies and belittle him at the same time?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] nuclearrage:
dbrand rocks, have ordered multiple times from them, never anything but perfection. I have the dragon skin on my note 8 right now. Also have the black carbon fiber on my S7E. Ordering more for my girls V30 today.

Also search xda for a killer price on a special package, I think it is 2 for one or something. They might still honor it, but if I remember right you have to use the link from xda to get it.

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Thanks for the link, they do seem to have a HUGE selection. Was currently looking for a V30 skin, but they don't have one yet. Could you tell me more about the material? Dbrand uses a thick 3m vinyl, and it's pretty durable, does decal girl use the same?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] simple23227:
You seem to be very obnoxious and hasty to cancel the orders, why? I run a company myself and this customer service behavior is highly un-desirable.

Maybe he was having a bad day. But I'm a fair guy, won't let that affect my orders. They will come this following Monday and i'll let you guys know how it goes.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Hagbard57:
I can see having a bad day but that is a **** move. I would be lying if I said I won't remember this interaction in the future when looking at skins.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] moralesd66:
Looking at this objectively, I can see where it looks like he was being a bit hasty to resolve whatever issue was at hand. Can you blame him? The whole thread harped on how slow they were supposedly to ship out skins etc. From what I read, he was trying to be somewhat helpful. Everyone needs to stop jumping off the deep end and assuming he's an jerk. Have faith LoL. Don't see anyone on this post with any bad first hand experiences.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] wase4711:
I've bought a few slickwraps skins over the years with ZERO issues..

Lighten up, its only a phone skin, its not life or death..
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Sokudoningyou:
It does feel a little thinner and more flexible; the crosshatch on the back of the Decal Girl skin is thinner than the Dbrand. However, I've had no issues with either being durable. The Decal Girl skin on my Note 2 is still there, in fact, and has stayed put and worn well. Only thing I ever make sure of now is using a hair dryer on low to heat the corners down, and I did the same with the Dbrand on my other phone, otherwise the corners don't always stay down and mold to stick when heated.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] alfred_mcskee:
I've ordered about half a dozen times from Slickwraps and had had no issues, great skins and quick delivery considering I'm in the UK. However, I ordered a few more skins in their Halloween sale this year and after paying/receiving confirmation of my order, I heard nothing else for five weeks. Considering my previous experiences I did actually contact them after one and then two weeks for an update but got nowhere. Eventually at the fifth week, I emailed and asked for a refund. About five days later I got a very rude email from one of their representatives saying they'd cancelled my order but reluctantly because I should've requested it within two hours of making my original order. How on earth would I have known at that point that I'd have to wait over a month and still be no further with my order, other than them having taken my money? It's ridiculous and not customer friendly at all. I did get my refund though, so was squared in the end but took nearly seven weeks in total for nothing but hassle.

On probability, if they had just apologised and held their hands up to being overwhelmed with orders, I would normally give a company another go as I'd had many more positive experiences with them than negative; but as of the result of the exchange I had with their rep and their terrible attitude towards me as a returning customer, I personally won't use them again now. Another thing I'll add is never pay full price for their skins, it doesn't seem like a month can pass between them have a sale/offer with 30/40/50% off, so be a little patient and your money can go a lot further if you choose to use them (or you might suggest their products are overpriced in the first place if they're willing to discount so frequently).

Personally I now use xtremeskins.co.uk which has excellent quality skins (at least as good as any others I've used over the years) and after three orders are very well priced (the cheapest I've used) and have always delivered within a couple days of order to me. Their range is limited compared to Slickwraps, but still plenty of choice for my tastes.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mr. Orange 645:
I have actually ordered several times from both Slickwraps ans DBrand. Never had an issue with either company. Fast shipping from both (though DBrands has always been faster than SW), and quality products.

However, after reading your posts here, [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION], I will move all my business to DBrands. I find it interesting and very telling that you felt it necessary to disparage a competitor rather than standing on your own merits. And your hostility and rudeness to a new customer her on XDA, who you claim to support, is unacceptable. Bad day or not. Shows how very little you care about customer service.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] LudoGris:
Agreed!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] turbosrrgood:
My lord, people are super sensitive here. I didn't see any "disparagement" to anyone here, in fact he offered personal help for his order. Sure his wording left much to be desired, but the hurt feelings over this is just humorous. Of course you are free to order from whomever you like.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mr. Orange 645:
[MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] immediately started disparaging a competitor, DBrand in their reply. There was no need for that. If SlickWraps is so great, then they don't need to post negative comments about their competitors. SlickWraps product and customer sercice SHOULD speak for itself.

As far as their reply to the OP, it did come across as rude, but tone is lost in text. Maybe they meant well. I would have rather they replied with something along the lines of explaining they are determined to make the OP happy and will be sure to ship ASAP. Offering to cancel and insulting a competitor all because the OP expressed a concern seems extreme.

I also not that [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] has not returned to this thread to apologize or offer an explanation or do anything..at all...to calm the feelings here. Maybe they don't need the business and don't care about lost business. So be it. If I owned a business and felt my customers were unhappy or were insulted by something I said, I would do my best to make amends. Especially in a community that can make or break my business, a community I claim to support.

But, it none of my business how SlickWraps treats their custoner base. And my business is no longer SlickWraps' business. A simple apology would have prevented them losong customers here.

Why wouldn't I buy somewhere else where I can get equal or better quality, competitive pricing, and a business who treats their customers like they actually WANT their business.

Of course, you can also spend your money wherever you like.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] turbosrrgood:
I rest my case
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] wase4711:
its a skin for a cell phone, not a cure for cancer...talk about first world problems...
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
Here in Germany the latest patchlevel is august 2017.

BUILD: NPX26.122-68

Here ist the Factory Image for retail devices (reteu ist also flashable) --> THANK YOU "Rickk182440":

BUILD: NPXS26.122-68-1 - Patchlevel 09/2017

(File was removed on androidfilehost)

Update:

BUILD: NPXS26.122-68-2 - Patchlevel 10/2017

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673791459329059776

Update:

BUILD: NPXS26.122-68-4 - Patchlevel 11/2017

https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=227116
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Great!!

Have you tried to root and/or install twrp?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
No, my device ist not rooted and bootloader is closed. Fully stock.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Thanx a lot! Downloaded!

I'm going to install TWRP+root+Xposed instead, I need them for my needs...

Could you post the exact flashing sequence you used and what flashing command executable? :confused:

Keep in touch, I think we are the only European with a Z2 here... :rolleyes:

(Mine is a dual SIM -06 version from Germany too)
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
Here is the sequence, a little bit different because seamless updates functionality and two system partitions:

I flashed no gpt.bin!

*(fastboot flash bootloader bootloader.img) -> only when needed!

fastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin

fastboot flash fsg fsg.mbn

fastboot erase modemst1

fastboot erase modemst2

fastboot flash bluetooth BTFM.bin

fastboot flash dsp adspso.bin

fastboot flash logo logo.bin

fastboot flash boot boot.img

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.0

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.1

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.2

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.3

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.4

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.5

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.0

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.1

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.2

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.3

fastboot flash oem oem.img

fastboot erase cache

fastboot erase carrier

fastboot erase ddr

fastboot reboot

I hope, this helps.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Thank you, it helps A LOT!

I agree about not flashing gpt...

I would have some doubt about bootloader too... did you see if it upgrades bootloader version?

(On old Griffin it was a problem...)

So, you used normal fastboot and not mfastboot as many hint to... interesting..! :p
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
Sorry, I don´t noticed the version before...You can try without the bootloader.bin and start with HLOS.bin.

And YES, i used fastboot from actual plattform-tools and no mfastboot without errors.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
either AFH is down or i just cant access the file. ------ works now

Should this also work for U.S.?

Edit: It does flash to the TMO U.S. version but no radio.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] themustached:
What does software channel say under settings > about phone ?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
I didnt check that however, i did have the correct APN's automatically loaded.

Right now im back on TMO software.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] themustached:
Oh, okay. Well since you were able to go to that and flash back I'll try that.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
I'd like to see it work because its nice having a true aosp feel. none of the tmo crap even if you remove oem.img from tmo, it doesnt feel right.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] themustached:
Not exactly sure, but I wonder if you flash that and then take and flash the modem from tmo if it'll work. I'll try and let you know.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
I would imagine swapping out the NON_HLOS file would work....??
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] themustached:
possibly, not 100% for sure
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
It worked. Just replace that file
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Amd4life:
Where did you get the TMO radio from? Did you just pull it from the stock flash.bat file?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] ac1dx:
yes
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Uzephi:
For those wondering, this will not work with sprint model unless you keep the oem.img from the sprint bat zip. Their provisioning apk is in the oem partition.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Have you tried to flash it without baseband?

Can someone report what baseband version is reported after update?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] blackwing182:
M8998TMO_24.71.01.87R NUS
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Thanx a lot... and what bootloader?

I'm thinking to flash without it...
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] :
Did you see my post from earlier today? I swapped out the modem and all works.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Yes! But my request is unrelated to it... :p
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] :
Ah yes LOL ? I was half asleep when posting that. Sorry.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Amd4life:
how are you rooting this version, without an updated cfauto root file??
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Uzephi:
All the model boot images are the same (Minus slight differences that don't really matter in functionality). With assisting with our development, I have personally flashed a T-Mobile boot image pulled from someone else's phone via dd command to pull the whole 64Mb block with blank data.

I.E. I flashed his boot partition on my phone (Sprint) and it booted like a champ.

TL/DR: use a boot image from the T-Mo or AT&T from the site.

Edit: I do not condone flashing the image to your phone. I did this for testing purposes only. Fastboot booting an image can usually be easily recovered by a boot loop.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Amd4life:
yep, I used the tmo august (cf auto root) version and it worked fine.

I can't seem to get TWRP installed, although it is not really need at this point.

Thanks to the OP, nice drop
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
Yes, BUT this is the latest version available... and having a boot image with twrp based on this is the best solution (for sure for Europeans..!).

I've already posted stock boot.img of this version on twrp thread. I'm waiting for the twrp version.

Rooting after is simple....
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
UPDATE: flashed without bootloader and using sequence indicated in official provided flashfile.xml (removing only gpt and bootloader lines), ALL OK!!! :highfive:

---------- Post added at 04:06 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:40 PM ----------

These are complete info of this release:

BUILD REQUEST INFO:

SW Version: nash-user 7.1.1 NPXS26.122-68-1 1 release-keysM8998_27.78.01.90R

MBM Version: MBM-3.0-nash_retail-dea2712-170925

Modem Version: M8998_27.78.01.90R

FSG Version: FSG-8998-01.92

Build Fingerprint: motorola/nash/nash:7.1.1/NPXS26.122-68-1/1:user/release-keys

VERSION INFO FOUND UNDER 'ABOUT PHONE' SCREEN:

System Version: 26.216.1.nash.retail.en.US

Model Number: Moto Z (2)

Android Version: 7.1.1

Baseband Version: M8998_27.78.01.90R

Build Id: NPXS26.122-68-1

SW Display Build ID: NPXS26.122-68-1

Build Date: Mon Sep 25 05:32:13 CDT 2017

OTHER MISC VERSION INFO:

Subsidy Lock Config: slcf_rev_d_default_v1.0.nvm

Regulatory Info (eLabel): regulatory_info_default.png

Blur Version: Blur_Version.26.216.1.nash.retail.en.US

Version when read from CPV: nash-user 7.1.1 NPXS26.122-68-1 1 release-keys
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] bsforte:
Someone know where is the recovery.img i download two times the zip file and dont have the recovery.img, thanks
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] blackwing182:
Recovery is packed in the boot.img reed instructions on OP
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Maheshwara:
The file has already been deleted from Android File Host! Could anybody provide it to me, another German already having Moto Z2 Force?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
Here it is: https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/nash/official/RETAIL/ or https://www.clansoft.net/dl/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=1103
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Maheshwara:
Thank you, you are great!

Has anybody tried to install it via stock recovery yet, i. e. copy .zip to internal memory, rename it to update.zip and then simply flash via recovery? Or alternatively, via adb sideload?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Maheshwara:
Just one question left: Will I lose my data flashing it via fastboot? Will it imply a full reset?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
If you use their provided full sequence, a full reset is included.

But I flashed excluding bootloader & gpt (for safety reasons) with no issues..

so you could try to exclude data erase too and see... if you don't get FCs you will be OK, otherwise you could ever do a data erase after if needed... ;)
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
This sequence does not delete the data partition. All user data from my device was preserved. (Post #5 without flashing bootloader):

fastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin

fastboot flash fsg fsg.mbn

fastboot erase modemst1

fastboot erase modemst2

fastboot flash bluetooth BTFM.bin

fastboot flash dsp adspso.bin

fastboot flash logo logo.bin

fastboot flash boot boot.img

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.0

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.1

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.2

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.3

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.4

fastboot flash system system.img_sparsechunk.5

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.0

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.1

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.2

fastboot flash system_b system_b.img_sparsechunk.3

fastboot flash oem oem.img

fastboot erase cache

fastboot erase carrier

fastboot erase ddr

fastboot reboot
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Maheshwara:
.ADB & FASTBOOT does not seem to be as simple as usually with this device. Running from one error to the next:

1. error: Failed to identify current slot.

Reinstalled android-tools-fastboot and then:

2. (bootloader) Requested download size is more than max allowed

Changed USB Port and then:

3. target didn't report max-download-size

Tried once again to flash modem and then:

4. (bootloader) current-slotem: not found

error: Failed to identify current slot.

Even tried with latest adb and fastboot version - still no joy.

Any chance to get it? Of course, I am afraid now, not to get to an end even if I can manage to flash some of all parts and in the end, I will remain with firmware mixed-up. Is there any simpler way to flash it? To build a zip with all files needed and to flash this via recovery then?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
Here ist the October Patch for RETEU/RETUS Devices: THANKS AGAIN @ RICK182440!!!

NASH_NPXS26.122-68-2_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673791459329059776
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Amd4life:
Delete
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] wizard-dima:
Hi guys. I read the topic and I have a question. If to flash the bootloader from the retail firmware, to another version, for example tmo, sprint. Is it hard-brick?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Uzephi:
Not the bootloader, they are fairly similar. If you flash the modem, the phone won't work properly and can hard brick. Someone on T-Mobile flashed the test Oreo release for another carrier and it hard bricked his phone. So I suggest not trying it.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Maheshwara:
There is already an Oreo test build for Moto Z2 Force ???
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] wizard-dima:
but if you change the carrier example to reteu?

I will watch, maybe someone will be able to flash the bootloader not of their region. :)

hard-brick can be different.

For example, I have Moto z2 play it comes in fastboot and flushes the markup files, bootloader. But it does not flush any img file. And just does not load anywhere. :) I think it's worse than 9008.
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] maxhao:
Hi I have a moto z2 force and I cant pass the FRP can I use this image to flash it so that I can use it?
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] enetec:
My hint is to *never* flash a bootloader on Motos if it isn't expressely needed.

And it is quite never needed. :fingers-crossed:
[Moto Z2 Force  ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other ] Passerati:
NPX26.183-14 -> patchlevel october 2017 (pumped from NPX26.122-68 -> patchlevel august)

NPXS26.183-14.2 -> patchlevel November 2017

But no Factory Images or OTA-Files...

It seems, it was a failure in official OTA-process to flash these new FactoryImages NPXS26.122-68-1 and -2 outside.