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[LG G8 Questions & Answers] nicksss93:
Just bought an LG G8 off Ebay. Seller sold it as new and unused and had a 100% positive rating. The phone looks and feels new - no scratches on the body, works really fast. Except for this:

https://preview.redd.it/smamclrvzo191.jpg

Personally, I've never seen such a thing on a phone screen before. Has anyone else experienced it on their G8?

Meanwhile, in the phone's hidden menu the battery cycle count shows 0 cycles so far and the battery health is rated 'good'. Not sure if these stats can be somehow reset and/or edited in any way. I also managed to register my G8 purchase on the LG Canada website using the phone's serial number without any issues.

Therefore - how can you tell if you're really getting a brand new phone, or a refurbished/renewed one? Among other things, my biggest concern is water resistance - as far as I know, refurbished phones are no longer water-resistant. And I had to get rid of my old HTC U11 exactly because of excessive water damage that messed up the screen.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] blackhawk:
Image forbidden.

The OS version should correspond to its manufactured date.

Never assume any "waterproof" phone is waterproof... a lot of people with destroyed phones who did.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] nicksss93:
Sorry, there you go.

P.S. If a phone gets a factory reset, wouldn't that rollback the OS to its original factory state/date as well?
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] blackhawk:
No, a factory reset only erase the data on the user data partition. All upgrades stay intact.

In settings, phone, software information will give the firmware build dates. Not sure how LG handles that though.

Run Screen Test on it, and see how the display looks.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] nicksss93:
Ran the Screen Test app, swiped across the various colors and patterns and didn't notice any other screen issues, apart from the one near the notch. For some reason, the app blacks out the notch area and the greenish spot is barely visible at all, but you could still see its bottom side on almost every color, if you know where to look. Don't have another device lying around at the moment to take a photo, unfortunately.

Other than that, the software is Android 9 with Android security patch level March 1, 2019. The original box in which the phone came with says "Manufactured: 03/2019". IMEI written on the box and in the phone's settings is also a match. The only box issue was the broken seal.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] AsItLies:
It sounds to me like the original owner saw that pixel issue and decided not to keep it. Unfortunately, devices like this do get sold as 'new', or 'open box' or etc etc.

It's very difficult now to buy a phone with all of the shenanigans going on. Phones are so expensive you'll clearly find some unscrupulous people doing business. I doubt the phone has been refurbished though. Even a refurb from the mfg isn't going to 'reset' everything to zero to make it look new. That would be illegal.

Maybe contact the mfg to see if they can do anything about the screen issue. Are returns allowed on the device? I'd consider that also as the screen issue might be something I'd constantly be noticing, but maybe not for you? Personal decision there.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] nicksss93:
Personally, I prefer the blacked out notch visually - I even blacked it out when setting up the phone and noticed the spot a little after. The issue is that I don't seem to be able to remove the notch with all apps - Facebook and Chrome, for example, still whiten out the area around the notch and the spot becomes visible. I'm still on Android 9 though, so this could potentially be fixed in future upgrades. You would probably know better if that is the case.

About the returns thing - return for technical defects seem to be always allowed on eBay. Also, I've paid through PayPal and there's some buyer protection there as well, as far as I know. It was an overseas order though (US>EU) and organizing a return might be a bit of a hassle. Not to mention that I've paid import duties as well - and I'm not sure if those are refundable at all. Maybe I should ask the seller for a partial refund to compensate for the issue, as this would be the easiest solution.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] blackhawk:
I would consider returning it. I don't like being screwed around with...

The detect may spread as it may be a problem with the display control matrix rather than a pixel(s).

The fact it wasn't still factory sealed tells the story. Also at that age the battery will have a 50% charge or lower from being stored so long.

I got my new Samsung N10+ from here. He answers his phone and seems like a good guy.

The N10+ box was factory sealed and the real deal. He buys lots of unsold phones and resells them. I blew off a lot of other vendors as the the level of trust was higher with this one. He's got none of your model in stock though or even listed suggesting available new models are rare. Call him, see what he says. He may have a better plan.
[LG G8 Questions & Answers] nicksss93:
Of course. No one likes that. Normally, I would return it as well - but if I do that now, I'm basically writing off 25% of its value that I've paid already for import VAT at the customs. And that makes the situation more complex.

I got in touch with LG's local authorized repair shop and will go there in person on Monday. Ironically, I had my TV's backlight replaced by the same repair shop just a few months ago. Based on their diagnostics and price quote, we'll see if it actually makes sense to keep the device.

Just rechecked the seller's profile on eBay - still 100% positive feedback, not a single negative review on his profile, including for the same model that I purchased. Apart from anything else, this should mean that he would be helpful and flexible enough in resolving this, in order to avoid a bad review.
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] thankyou2000:
I know encrypt & decrypt,but this is very annoying:mad:

because everytime when i edit my important note I have to decrypt & encrypt again...

how do you guys protect your files and folders?

or maybe you don't care~^^:cool:

which is the simple way to protect your files...
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] defaria:
You need to set parameters as to what we are protecting our files/folders from... Also which files and folders...
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] davey33:
is your real name james bond:)
[Redmi 9 / Poco M2 Questions & Answers] PhotonIce:
Bought a Redmi 9 used (3/32) purple, the phone works well, but I'm seeing a couple of issues.

The first and main one is, as the title states, an error with the macro camera. When I open the Camera app and select macro, it does not switch to the macro lens. When I select 0.6x zoom it also doesn't switch to the ultrawide lens, however in pro mode the ultrawide works, but the macro gives the error "Cannot connect to camera." In CIT, the macro doesnt work and the "dual rear camera" option also gives the same error (cit crashes).

The second issue is the the compass wont calibrate and so I can't use it, I've been moving it as stated in the instructions for a whole minute and it doesn't seem to calibrate.

My main issue is the camera one, can anyone tell me if it's a hardware issue or if it can be fixed by flashing a custom rom.

I'm running the latest update of MIUI which is available (12.5.5 Global).
[Redmi 9 / Poco M2 Questions & Answers] Yazn_khorwat:
I have the same issue but my phone 64/4 did you know how fix it
[Redmi 9 / Poco M2 Questions & Answers] PhotonIce:
nope sorry, mine's still like this. I bought it used and ive tried custom roms and everything, so its most likely a hardware issue. I think it's either: (a) the camera module is broken/faulty and needs to be replaced or (b) the motherboard has some sort of issue. The reason why I think it's (b) in my case is because my compass sensor doesn't work either, and the phone's warranty screws were opened when i opened the device myself, so I'm guessing some sort of board repair was done and now the macro doesn't work (I've heard of camera related issues on phones after board repairs). Ur other option is to try changing the camera, which shouldnt be too expensive considering its just a 5mp sensor. You can find them on aliexpress etc. Honestly idk if it's worth the money tho as macro cams are pretty niche and the quality of a 5mp lens can't be better than cropping into a 13mp lens right??

Again, this was just my experience in a pretty rare situation. Usually, if u have issues like this, go through standard procedure and restart your phone. Make sure u delete any 3rd party camera apps if you have any installed. Your last chance on the software side is doing a factory reset. If none of these work then take it to a shop or try fixing it yourself.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] redflowerpower:
Hi I am evaluating the purchase of a Galaxy Tab 7S but I absolutely need to be able to make / receive phone calls and messages. I read that it is only possible with root permissions but I didn't understand how. Once you have rooted what should I do? Do I have to install any specific app? Thanks a lot
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] Village_Idiot:
By calls, do you mean voice calling or video calling?

For the former you'll need the Tab S7 5G and your carrier will have to allow it. Not all carriers enable tablets to make voice only calls. This applies to texting. Your carrier must allow it from a tablet; meaning your tablet uses its own number and is not paired to your phone's number. Otherwise, you'll have to use an app like Google Voice. I'm not sure rooting will bypass the carrier.

If you just want to do video calls, then the WiFi only version will work. No rooting needed. Of course you would need a WiFi connection for that to work.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] redflowerpower:
Hi thanks for the reply. I am referring to the use of the tablet at 100% instead of the telephone, therefore receiving and sending calls via the Sim Card with the traditional number. What you say I already knew and unfortunately at the moment the Galaxy Tab factory setting only allows you to call with the Sim only if paired with a Samsung smartphone. In reality, the limitation is not imposed by the telephone operator (except in the USA) but by the customization of Android and it is not clear why there is this trend in tablets. However, I have read that through root you can bypass this limitation but I did not understand how.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] redflowerpower:
I think I have reached the end of my research ... Unfortunately it is impossible because the modem is not GSM compatible and therefore not able to access the voice. Clearly this is a commercial speculative choice to push consumers to have 2 devices instead of just one ... The usual sadness!
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] Village_Idiot:
Evidently, you can if you had the LTE version of the Tab S7 (which I didn't know existed) and are in Australia.

Calling & Texting from the LTE Galaxy Tablet

FAQ for Samsung Mobile Device. Find more about 'Calling & Texting from the LTE Galaxy Tablet' with Samsung Support.

www.samsung.com

I can see your point about two devices. I'd rather use one number on two devices than two devices with two numbers.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7 Plus Questions & Answer] Geekfest84:
The tab s7 t-875 model has phone functions, so you can stick your sim card in it and use it as your all in one device. It's available in Europe if that helps?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Tokth:
I have recently acquired a carrier unlocked Motorola G Stylus 5G 2022 (XT2215-4) and have successfully unlocked the boot loader.

I have been looking for TWRP recovery files/images for my device but have been unsuccessful up to this point. I am considering compiling some from source, if need be, at which point I will likely compile lineage from some source for it as well.

Does anyone know if the 2021 (Denver/Osaka) models can or should be used as a template for attempting this? Additionally is anyone looking into porting to this device? I am a bit new to this and wouldn't mind a bit of assistance.

Thanks!
[Moto G Stylus 5G] TheLoonyRebel:
Just got the device the other day but haven't bootloader unlocked it. I'm assuming due to the different processor alone it's likely we'll need our own device tree. I haven't really done that stuff before but maybe if we get a Telegram group going we could get some Moto vets to help out maybe?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Tokth:
I have been able to extract the dtb.* files from the firmware's dtbo.img however I have not attempted to compile it into the dts.img via the dtc utiliity like many of the tutorials on the subject say you need to do. This is because none of the ones I found say anything about having to deal with multiple dtb files like the ones I was presented with when I extracted the dtbo.img from the device firmware. I didnt want to try it and have it be totally wrong.

On the motorola github I have posted an issue requesting the release of the kernel, device tree, and any other pertinent files, pertaining to the stock firmware for the XT2215-4. Hopefully they come back in an reasonable time so that I can move forward with compiling Lineage OS for it.

Rooting:

Once you get the bootloader unlocked, you can root it by flashing the boot.img that has been patched with Magisk using fastboot. Perhaps Ill post a step by step guide for this for the XT2215-4 in the next day or so.
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
I would love a guide or at least the boot.img file
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Tokth:
Here you go! https://xdaforums.com/t/rooting-the-xt2215-4-motorola-g-stylus-5g-2022.4456545/
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
Thanks Buddy !
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Electimon:
Yes because the chipset differs between 2021 and 2022 models, you cannot use same device trees :/
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
Just purchased this device, twrp done for it yet ?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
Nothing yet that I kmow
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
K, I'll get to work on it then
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
That sounds awesome, thanks
[Moto G Stylus 5G] ghettiguru:
Moderators feel free to delete this post. Accidental refresh.
[Moto G Stylus 5G] ghettiguru:
XT2215-4 is not mediatek it's Qualcomm snapdragon SDM695 w same sm6375 chipset as the xiaomi note 11 Pro, I would rather have Orange box recovery cuz I'm spooled to the OTA update block, I was about to bust out studio and Android kitchen myself and see if I could Port it from the xiaomi note 11 Pro but I know the kernel going to have different drivers as the 11 pro has a lot better camera like 100 megapixel versus 50 megapixel a few other small details different LTE bands.. maybe enough to just swap the kernels out and Android kitchen to get a buggy twrp up in there interim as we're I'm waiting the kernel ource code and devised tree Moto has only posted like three of their 12 devices I was about to supposed to request when I saw his already posted I'll try to back him up maybe if we bug the crap out of them the xiaomi people had to do that.. they have ricedroid, PE, lineage evolution x, Sapphire, and arrow all kinds of ROMs for the same chipset Xiaomi note 11 pro / Poco note 4 (apparently the Paco is the same device just different country branded and somehow it's the only one that's allowed to play like pubg battlegrounds and stuff cuz they're trying to push the pacos or whatever) i ran across it all in the telegram and I still don't think they have gotten their source code yet. I'm not sure how they even ported all this. Because the telegram thread with all the ROMs I was looking at ror porting and still requesting people to spam xiaomi' about releasing the source
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
I dumped and built up a recovery device tree for xt2215-4, then built twrp from source with the twrp 12.1 branch

-STATUS-

twrp boots

touch currently broken

usb currently broken

Will post more when I have more to post
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
Awesome !
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
I'm unclear what you are responding to. My xt2215-4 is also qualcomm. It also reports the board as holi. Mine was also purchased carrier unlocked from best buy. After sifting through the internal guts of the rom after super and partitions inside have been extracted, it's def a qualcomm device. What is your model # ?

I have also rebuilt the super image to use a GSI rom but I cannot seem to get service fully functional. If anyone would like to help me work on it, join my Telegram Android group and let me know. I have twrp built but also need some help getting the touchscreen script working as well as usb functioning. I know my device is using a Novatek screen as repoted by fastboot getvar all

PizzaG Telegram Android Group
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
makes sense now, totally different model numbers, lol. I have a custom stock rebuilt super image for this device(XT2215-4 and variants) if anybody would like it. Doesn't look like GSI is gonna be a daily driver on this device unless someone can figure out how to get service working properly. I poured some hours into it to no avail. I have a twrp device tree as well if somebody would like to help me fix touch screen and usb. just hit me up if so
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
I would love to try your custom system image
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
It's uploaded in the telegram group. Not perfect yet but a decent start
[Moto G Stylus 5G] Deleted member 11575455:
Mine is Milan and qualcomm
[Moto G Stylus 5G] :
https://github.com/PizzaG/android_device_motorola_milanf
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
how do I find the group?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] :
Telegram: Contact @Android_General_Chat

t.me
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
Thanks Buddy
[Moto G Stylus 5G] IronDwarf:
I don't see well so I kinda get lost in telegram so was wondering how development is going?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] r.dunne:
I got sick of Samsung Galaxy Note series and picked up one of these. I haven't had a rooted device since my Galaxy S4 a few years back. Just curious how things are with this phone as far as successful rooting, stable Roms, flash methods, etc. I still have a Note 20 Ultra 5G and I can pop and swap (xfinity mobile) although I'd really like to avoid having to. Also still have a working Note 9, both of which are possessed. Long story but true, just throwing that out there so that it's known that I have other phones I can use if I run into any hiccups because it's been so long since I've done any of this stuff.
[Moto G Stylus 5G] :
finally got twrp working for xt2215-4. Only thing left to fix is decryption, so encryption must be wiped for now and vendor fstab tweaked in order for data to work properly in twrp. Relevant release will be in the main thread
[Moto G Stylus 5G] bobbyp1086:
Hey did you ever figure out your twrp? I ran with the testing on the Motorola one 5g ace aka moto g 5g, tbh all the G series feel the same, with the touch not working it's only if phone dies, at least with twrp installed, using a mouse otg to input the lock screen password or pin will usually get touch working instantly, it was an encryption issue on A10 tho. Also read and write was obtainable with a script but it didn't feel like the phone was rooted
[Moto G Stylus 5G] :
everything in twrp functioning except decryption which i disabled in the vendor fstab anyways......
[Moto G Stylus 5G] bobbyp1086:
my sim isnt being read but got a new one coming from amazon so 1 i can sacrifice for testing, but you mind sending a link for direct dl i cannot log into telegram
[Moto G Stylus 5G] bobbyp1086:
GitHub - twrpdtgen/twrpdtgen: A Python library/script to automatically generate TWRP-compatible device tree from a boot/recovery image

A Python library/script to automatically generate TWRP-compatible device tree from a boot/recovery image - twrpdtgen/twrpdtgen

github.com

have you seen this? maybe worth a shot?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] kdzone21:
Thank
[Moto G Stylus 5G] couchlock:
this has quite piqued my interest

i have an xt-2215-4 running stock ROM build S1SDS32.56-81-12

(I unlocked the bootloader, rooted the stock ROM, and couldn't pass safetynet for gPay before aggravation wore out, so I relocked the bootloader & wiped the stock ROM back onto it) so it's virgin-esque-ish LoL

deffo not a dev, but imma big ole nerd trying to learn too....

how can I help?!?! :)
[Moto G Stylus 5G] CoolCrescent186:
If you could post a link that's not buried in a Telegram group to the current TWRP, I'd like to take a look.
[Moto G Stylus 5G] bombohedral:
Got TWRP yet bruv?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] K3ITHST4R:
Ik this is kinda late but could you give some sort of direct download link? I don't have telegram and I'd love to try it out TwT
[Moto G Stylus 5G] bombohedral:
I managed to aquire TWRP and some other files for milanf. Will send links in a few hours when I get home
[Moto G Stylus 5G] CARLO5ONIC:
Some say he is still on his way home.

Telegram dosent work, can I get an update on that?
[Moto G Stylus 5G] K3ITHST4R:
alr!
[Moto G Stylus 5G] K3ITHST4R:
LMAO

uhh i dont use telegram so i cant tell you 😭
[Moto G Stylus 5G] CoolCrescent186:
I completely forgot to update anyone about this! This link has the TWRP buried somethere in it. Warning- touchscreen doesn't work well last time I used it. I don't have the device anymore.

Microsoft OneDrive

1drv.ms
[Moto G Stylus 5G] vipergtsam:
you still on stock or did u reroot your phone they had ways to get safetynet to pass
[Touch Pro, Fuze General] Avyer:
Well, for those that have owned both, think it's worth the upgrade/change from a tilt to a fuze?
[Touch Pro, Fuze General] georgi55:
I only got Fuze because I broke my Tilt. If Tilt was still working I don't think I would have upgraded for $500 (full price since I did not use my upgrade)

If there was a Black Friday sale and Fuze was $150~$200, then I would have upgraded even if I had Titl just for the VGA screen.

With the VGA screen I can use LogMeIn and access servers and computers I manage from anywhere.

It was possible with QVGA as well but it was very hard to get around the screen.
[Touch Pro, Fuze General] jdigital007:
Same boat. I lost my Tilt 2 weeks ago and needed a new phone. I only paid 350 because I was due for a new contract.

I like the Fuze but there are a few items I liked on my Tilt.

1. I miss all the buttons. I am slowly getting used to TouchFlo but I REALLY used Start menu, cammera and Email buttons a lot.

2. I keep trying to Tilt my Fuze :-) I guess I miss that too.

3. Biggest one for me - The Fuze REALLY does attract finger prints. I have to keep a silk cloth with me at all times.

4. Having problems with tethering. I think I have it resolved though.

5. Windows Live doesn't seem to work very well and I use it for hotmail.

Now- Things that I like-

1. Form factor is great!

2. VGA screen is great.

3. Software that comes bundled is pretty decent.

4. Flush screen does make touch more usefull

5. BIGGEST item for me is you can now add device as mass storage and copy files (mp3s) over quickly without using active synch.

6. The FM radio (once enabled) is pretty cool. Pretty good quality.

In my opinion it is a great phone, I like it more every day. I will admit the first few hours I wish I had purchased another Tilt. Slowly, I am convinced I made the right decision to upgrade.