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[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] sergiopi:
LOCKing is related to SPL. SPL is a part of the "bios" (just to use the PC paradign IPL and SPL are "extended bios" :) ), then you have the RADIO section of the rom and the OS (WMxx)

Other part of the rom are the EXTENDED ROM (where the file needed for operator customizzation during first install are stored) and splash screens (a FULL ROM means IPL,SPL, SPLASH 1, SPLASH 2, RADIO, OS, EXTENDED ROM).

This "bios" , called SPL can receive commands from RUU (Rom Update Utility, the sw used to flash the rom file). ROM info are "wrapped" in a .nbf file and the RUU, interacting with SPL with some batch commands, flash into the device memory the ROM parts (Splash are flashed in their locations, os, radio, ....) RUU opens the .nbf file, read abatch command file, and send the commands to the SPL to flash the rom sections

Now you can understand how a custom ROM is done: using a "kicken" you can prepare a .nbf file containing the data and the batch command file used by RUU to flash it in the right location of your ROM (SPL, RADIO, OS, SPLASH, or all together) SPL is a KEY part for this process.

With the stock RUU IPL and SPL some controls are done before flashing, first of all device's language and vendor ID, so called CID. If they doesn't mach with the ROM file you will have an error and RUU exits: wrong language, wrong vendor, ....

Flashing a custom SPL you avoid this check (or it sets the CID to "supercid", it means I accept every language and vendor ID)

The SIM unlock (phone working with all SIM card) needs something more complex. In the ATHENA FORUM whe have ATHENA UNLOCKER, from OLIPRO, for SIM Unlock and CID Unlock and ATHENA WRAPPER, just for CID unlock. They will update the HTC SPL to OLIPRO 1.2
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] alui:
Hi sergiopi,

Your post is so concise. You told us the whole theory it may take me more than a day to find. You have the potential to be a book author. Thanks anyway.

Questions:

1. How can I tell whether the sim is unlocked?

2. How can I tell whether the cid is unlocked? Or it is no harm to run the ATHENA UNLOCKER again?

3. What is the different btw SPL 3.5 and 1.2? Should I update it? I am planning to run the AP4.

Thanks again!
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] ice_coffee:
Did you completely miss my previous post, if you follow the simple instructions. I gave you earlier, we will be able to answer all your questions.
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] Tadeusz:
To check if your Athena is SIM Unlocked take a SIM from your friend's phone who is in another network and put it in your Athena. If it refuses to accept the SIM then it is locked and you have to unlock it. If it accepts the SIM and lets you place a call, it is SIM unlocked and most probably CID Unlocked. To check if it is CID unlocked just do what ice_coffe says.
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] alui:
I didn't miss the post from ice_coffee. My Athena is still in shipping. I just want to get more info first. Besides testing with a real sim card, is there any method we can run from the machine?
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] sergiopi:
Thanks, the post is for you and for other newbies, to help everyone to understand. This is a DEVELOPER'S forum, we like smart users! :)
[Advantage X7500, MDA Ameo ROM Development] Tadeusz:
Listen Alui. The question numbr 3 shows of your post shows that you are realy a noobie. So if you are still waiting for your new device, do not waste your time but start reading. If you already decided that you want to go for AP4, then did you realy read the AP4 thread from first post? I am almost sure, you didn't.

So please remember, if you do not know what you are doing then you have a big chance to convert your super device into a brick.

And once more, if you browse this forum, you can see how many threads is there, and how many post is in each thread. If you see this you should be sure that you are not the first person here who just got his new device. All your questions were answered many times here so just read and read and after a week of reading start to plan what to do next.
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Questions & Answers] Zefpoes23:
In my previous post I noted that my RMM/KG appears prenormal but my bootloader IS unlocked. I'm wondering if anyone is able to change something in TWRP so the device and ODIN thinks it's an official binary? That way those of us with a prenormal knoxguard status can flash it. If its possible we could just apply the RMM fix zip file and that's it? It anyone can do this please! Kudos will be given
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Questions & Answers] Youdoofus:
its not likely the TWRP file itself thats causing the issue. Even if the phone says that the bootloader is unlocked in developer settings, if it says prenormal in d/l mode, its locked. Go into dev settings, change the toggle to lock, wait 168 hours while leaving data on and not rebooting, then toggle the lock back to off. Reboot to d/l mode and if the bootloader state is "normal", then you will be able to flash TWRP (provided there isnt something else amiss)
[Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Questions & Answers] Zefpoes23:
My while problem is that I've already waited far beyond 7 days and my oem toggle is there and can be locked or unlocked however my KG state is still prenormal. Phone hasn't been turned off still and it's been 28 says now
[OnePlus 7T Questions & Answers] Moharajaa:
I purchased the Oneplus 7T from T-Mobile on October 18th. But the phone is locked and it also isn't running on OxygenOS if I'm not wrong. because I don't see the OxygenOS version on the 'About Phone' option.

I'm facing some issues such as if I open any game, the screen goes blank but it actually runs in the background. sometimes, if I lock the phone and unlock, then it shows the game's title screen. most of the time even if I unlock the phone, the screen stays blank and I end up shut down the phone by keep press and hold the power button.

Is there any way to go on an international framework by unlocking the bootloader? please help!!

thank you !! :rolleyes::rolleyes:
[OnePlus 7T Questions & Answers] Ryano89:
If you bought it from T-Mobile it's definitely running oxygen is, it is just running TMobile slightly modified version of it.
[OnePlus 7T Questions & Answers] imna357:
Will wait for the conversation thru MSM there's some great developers out here, it will take maybe months before this will be a reality, been with 6T, 7PRO T-Mobile and converted easily even with bootloader locked, 7 Pro even got myself bootloader unlock after flashing the beta version, I just returned it and pick this one up last Friday, just don't like the curved screen.

If there's a guide here how to patched things, maybe we can do it by ourselves:svetius:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Questions & Answers] ericmky:
Hello everyone

I have a Note 10+ (SM-N975F) without root

CSC TPA/TPA/TPA

Last month I got the September security patch update without any problem.

The new update with the October patch has been published since October 17th, but my Note can't find any update.

Any idea why this might be happening ?

Thank you for your help.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Questions & Answers] mingocr83:
Are under a operator branded phone?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Questions & Answers] ericmky:
No, is unbranded version.

It's never happened to me before.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] kevin_23:
I have 3 very very thin ones on the flexible screen that can only be seen in the backlight, do you have any? Do you see it as a problem?
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] morten1708:
I have many of them. I have used my fold very carefully, but they keep cumming. I think there will be many more, but i dont care. I dont see them when the screen is on.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] kevin_23:
Thanks friend
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] GallardosEggrollShop:
You have a picture you could post to possible show it? Not to be conflictive but are you sure it's not just tiny scratches?
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] AfroCreame:
Yes ?
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] AlanJC:
I think he means hairline scratches.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] GallardosEggrollShop:
Ah, gotcha. Then I have a million of those on my screen from who knows where. At least they don't show up when the screen is on.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] jordant2:
I did not notice this until recently on my Fold. Now it seems like I find a new scratch every other day. I just ordered a screen protector for the inside screen. It was recommended in this forum and people have used it without issue. We'll see how it goes, but I don't want it to get scratches all over:

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/283631210480
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] adesonic:
I have had my fold exactly one month and the main screen is absolutely pristine, not a mark on it. I Keep the device in the official leather case around the house/ workplace and in a pouch as well when it is in my pocket to keep out any dust or lint.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] _sC:
i think OP needs to specify certain things. we need more context.

are you using a case? or protective sleeve?

are your pockets dirty?

if you don't have a proper protective case, maybe some dust/lint from your pockets migrated into the middle crack while folded, and you then went to use the screen without noticing.

maybe you had left your nails long one day, and happened to get into it in a game or something. gaming tends to make you press harder than you should.

i somehow highly doubt they magically appear from "regular" use.
[Samsung Galaxy Fold Questions & Answers] riz157:
I don't have any on my screen, you possible got those whilst cleaning the screen with an old cloth.

I'll be surprised if you get hairline scratches by regular use.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions & Answers] sawclan22:
So I'm curious, my screen is cracked and I'm pending a replacement and I was wondering if replacing the whole display is absolutely necessary, it was dropping from a whopping 8 inches and got a nice cracked corner , well when it came to it it made me upset but I went back to playing cod mobile , but then I turned off the display , and turned it back on later and realized my screen was discolored and wacky which I would assume points to a bad amoled ? Is that correct , it still works after a reboot but I don't want to keep the display on 24/7 due to. Burn in / batterlife issues etc I was wondering if it is possible to find some kind of software trickery through rooting perhaps or idk , my question is what causes it to work perfectly fine after booted and then go wacky when turning the screen off and back on
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions & Answers] iceepyon:
Seeing as the display panel itself is probably heavily damaged. There is nothing software can do to help rectify this issue for you.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions & Answers] sawclan22:
I'm not looking to fix it with software moreso I was asking what causes the display to work perfectly fine until I turn the screen off and back on , and if there's a way around that like perhaps refreshing the system ui or some kind of quicker restart I can do with root or perhaps someway of just keeping the screen full black and turning the screen off without actually turning it off, I'm sure there's a few way to lessen the issues crap before I order the screen, I mean it's just a small crack in the bottom right corner
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions & Answers] Youdoofus:
youd be surprised how often that happens. Go to sammobile.com/firmwares and download the latest firmware for your phone and flash it in Odin. Use the HOME_CSC to avoid factory resetting the device and see if that helps (probably wont) but at least you wont have to set it back up to check. It will be fairly instant gratification. If that doesnt work, flash the CSC, which WILL factory reset it. If that doesnt work, bad display
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions & Answers] MrMike2182:
Replacing the whole display is not necessary no.. HOWEVER, it's much much easier to just replace the entire screen because most people don't have the correct tools to remove just the glass and even if they did it's still terribly hard to do perfectly! If the colors are not permanently messed up and rebooting seems to fix it then it's likely that if you update the phone it'll correct this issue but it's not guaranteed because the screen is cracked and the problem could be from the crack itself.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] sam.benahmed:
I've upgraded my Universal to WM6.1 Pro but I've still got the O2 EROM installing. How do I get rid of it as I think it's messing up the WM6.1 Pro ROM.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] klinux:
Extended ROM

If you mean extended ROM, then look for a clean one and flash it to your UNI, I'm not sure but I think there is some one on the ftp
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] enigma1nz:
If I am not mistaken

Ranju provided an empty Extended ROM right below his download links.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] sam.benahmed:
Thanks very much :)
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] knetan:
NoNoNoNo

I installed ranjus latest and now i cant get in another rom. Tomal´s is the best i ever had and i cant get it to install no more.. :mad:
[Redmi K20 Pro / Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Questions & Answe] mCoy123:
After putting my files to hidden files my files got corrupted and I cannot open it anymore please help how to fix them.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] bigmikey307:
I have tried to manually flash the Android 10 Beta to my OnePlus 6T using Local Upgrade but after the phone reboots, I get a "Build Version does not match Hardware version" error and I have to reset my device using MSMDownloadTool. I've always received the Open Beta updates OTA but this new one I am not. Just food for thought: do you think OnePlus is purposely not sending the update OTA to T-Mobile Variants running the International ROM? I've attempted on both the bootloader unlocked method, and the method without needing to unlock the bootloader.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Scott:
Yes, T-Mobile is excluded from this beta until now. We found a way to flash the ROM but it has some issues that need to be fixed.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] shadorin:
For what it's worth, Android 10 Beta showed up via OTA on my TMobile 6T running international ROM. Was excited and installed it...same result as for you...won't boot and shows the same message.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Dark Nightmare:
OTA's have never worked, just fyi.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Intub8:
I have had no problem with OTA's on my tmobile 6t running the international beta. I have taken 6-8 of them with no issues.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] yojalata:
I've gone from each beta to 17 since i switched to international with no issues. Android 10 does partitions different amongst other things and that's why it doesn't work via OTA.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] daltonator 360:
Could you post a link to how we can flash the ROM?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] bigmikey307:
They've always worked for me, you must've not read the original post. And I just received the Android 10 OTA but I'm not gonna install it bc apparently it'll still brick the phone.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] shadorin:
Same here. All Android 9 OTA updates worked fine for me. That's why I didn't really think twice to hit INSTALL when the Android 10 OTA showed up. I was on the BETA channel, btw, which I am sure you are too.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] yojalata:
The notification is driving me crazy.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] GeorgeSRL:
You can not install Android 10 open beta on a T-Mobile variant OnePlus6T. It will not boot. You will HW/SW mismatch. Even if you've converted it to International

There is no OTA for Android 10, you have to download it from the Oxygen Updater app and then Local Upgrade.

But as I mentioned earlier, IF you have a T-Mobile converted 6T it WILL NOT WORK. you will brick.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] xRogerxC:
You can by using the fastboot OB1 mentioned here in these forums, but it's still far from stable. Best to wait for the stable Android 10 from OnePlus. It may be another month though before we see it.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] knipp21:
No OTA? Oh ok..

Don't install the OTA of you're TMobile, as everyone has said, it will soft brick your device
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] molitar:
Fortunately I have the Oneplus 6T International Purple variant. I wanted to be able to use 2 SIMS just in case I need a phone for work I'll just install a second SIM.
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] mammothjojo88:
Hello all,

I recently purchased an LG G7 thinq and noticed that it has been sim unlocked. I am able to unlock the bootloader as well as the app says I'm permanently unlocked. Would i be able to convert it to the unlocked model?
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] brigantti:
No if you try to flash any other firmware besides t-mobile you will brick the phone
[LG G7 ThinQ  Questions & Answers] maydayind:
It's sim unlocked not bootloader unlocked
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] andy6685:
Looking For Real World, Hands On Comparisons From Users Who Have Owned Both Devices.

I've read a few 4 XL reviews, but I rarely trust them anymore as it always seems real world user reviews here are quite different from the online reviews.

Since I am still running a 2 XL, rooted, EX kernel, TWRP, and Magisk, factory image though, I am hoping to get several actual users testimonies here from those who have / had a 2 XL and currently have a 4 XL.

My 2 XL is still plenty fast and really all I need, but wanting to see how much of a jump up the 4 XL really is from the 2XL to see if it's worth the $$$, as I know a lot of 2 XL owners waiting to hear what users think of the 4 XL.

I realize it will take a little time until a lot of folks have the 4 XL in their hands (1st batch ships in 3 days) , but I think the real user comparisons will be worth the wait!

Thanks in advance for the reviews and comparisons.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] johnlgalt:
I've got the Taimen and am about to fire up my Flame here in a bit. First things I am going to do are photo comparisons.

I can tell you now, just looking at it while it is on the charger (and the charger in the box has the same specs as the charger I got with my Taimen, as well as the extra one I bought after I got my Taimen. So this one stays in the box ;) ) - I love the smooth back. I got the Just black version, same as my Taimen also.

Thanks for starting this, I'll post back with more as I start using it.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ocbooger:
I'm running basically same thing as you on my 2XL. Received my 4XL earlier today and 2 things that I noticed immediately were the display and sound. The display is noticeably better on the 4XL and the speakers are louder. Haven't really noticed a huge increase in speed, seems about the same compared to the 2XL. Face unlock works well and I'm already adjusting to no fingerprint scanner. The Soli gestures are kind of nice paired with the dock.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] neo_lithic3K:
I just got my Pixel 4 XL yesterday; upgrading from Pixel 2 XL. Here are a few preliminary things I noticed when comparing the 2 phones:

1) The volume up and down buttons on the Pixel 4 make a louder click sound when pressed. Not drastically louder but enough for me to notice

2) Touchscreen on the Pixel 4 is so much better. I remember the Pixel 2's touch sensitivity and accuracy always lacking when compared to my old Nexus 6P, but they've fixed/improved it on the Pixel 4.

3) I miss the fingerprint unlock. I keep on putting my finger on the spot where the sensor used to be. Face unlock works fine most of the time, but takes longer in the dark and when I'm not upright (eg laying in bed). I also notice a few instances where I didn't want the phone to unlock but it unlocked itself as I was walking b/c I looked at it.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Ady1976:
I have both and have the 2 XL at the side, I'm enjoying looking at the 2 XL screen, whites are white and colours are solid, good separation, my 4 XL is yellow tinted and colour separation doesn't look so good, for anyone who has both, boost your brightness up a bit then look how ****ty the greens look on WhatsApp, my 2 XL is superior to the 4 XL for colour separation go figure.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] wolfu11:
I have both and even though I've only had the 4xl for a day I am weavering towards the 2xl. The only thing better on the 4xl that I've noticed is sound quality. I have the gcam mod on the 2xl and the pictures look about the same. But I missed the finger print reader more than I thought I would. Especially when signing into my banking apps. Face unlock just doesn't feel right. I mean the damn thing turns on when you don't want it to if it sees your face lol. I've been using the 2xl for about 14 months. I still get great battery life out of it. I got lucky and have a perfect screen with no color shift or burn in. Comparing the screens I would say the 4xl is better. Then again it's a brand new phone it should be. It's hard to compare these phones mainly because of the length I have used a pixel 2xl. This is my 4th one I tried the 3xl but got rid of it in a month. And with the 4xl being so different the same may happen to it.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Ady1976:
Is your 2 XL a good pure white one? I ask because mine is and it's just outright better than 4 XL for whites, the 4 XL in bright environments doesn't look too bad but when the lights fade in the evening at home in duller environments this yellow is standing out like a sore thumb.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] tardis_42:
I had a 2 XL until about a month ago, when I plugged it in and smoke came out of the charge port, after which it won't boot to recovery or OS. Used my old Nexus 6P while waiting for the 4 XL, which I brought home yesterday. Here are my thoughts on the 2 vs the 4:

4 XL pros:

-does not emit smoke (big pro)

-the telephoto camera

-better camera all round, thanks to the improved sensor they introduced with the Pixel 3

-screen is an upgrade in terms of refresh rate and viewing angles, both of which I do notice in regular use

-it's too slow for a mid-day top-up, but wireless charging is super convenient sitting at my desk or overnight

-the "awareness" features of soli (eg turning ambient off when you walk away) work really well

-the extra RAM makes a huge difference, apps get killed way less often and everything loads a bit faster

4 XL cons:

-yes face unlock is ridiculously fast, but it still takes some getting used to not being able to unlock my phone *before* I look at it - would've preferred to have a fingerprint reader on the back too

-white balance on the 2's screen was a bit cooler - personal preference but I like my whites more blue than yellow

-buttons on the 4 are a bit too hard to press

-miss my front-facing speakers even if the bottom-firing one is good quality

-soli gestures are hit-or-miss - maybe this'll be fixed with software updates but for now I can maybe trigger snooze on my alarm 1/3 times

It's all pretty minor stuff either way tbh. I don't know that I would've upgraded if I hadn't needed a new phone anyway, but I also don't think there's any reason not to. I think it comes down to the faster processor, extra RAM, and improved camera hardware - if those things are going to make enough difference for you to have a better daily experience, the other differences are all things you'll get used to easily enough.
[Google Pixel 4 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EeZeEpEe:
Don't have my Pixel 4 XL yet but I think a reason for the noticable screen temperature difference is because the Pixel 2 XL was too cool. I have an October 2017 Pixel 2 XL and I definitely noticed cool white balance as well as the blue shift but I got over it. I'm sure I'll notice the warmer temperature on the Pixel 4 XL and I'll get used to it as well. View attachment 4855509