Will this phone get root and CM14.1 ? - T-Mobile LG G6 Questions & Answers

Curious if LG G6 will eventually get root, and custom recovery to allow for Lineage 14.1 ROM ?

It will not.

Ouch that sucks I was hoping the G6 would eventually get root and then ROM's, like the G5 did. Oh well, not using this phone then

Zorachus said:
Ouch that sucks I was hoping the G6 would eventually get root and then ROM's, like the G5 did. Oh well, not using this phone then
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The boot loader is already unlocked so this phone will probably get root. CM is dead though so no chance of that. However it may get some custom roms.

l33tlinuxh4x0r said:
The boot loader is already unlocked so this phone will probably get root. CM is dead though so no chance of that. However it may get some custom roms.
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He means LineageOS 14.1 which is not dead. Heck my old ass Samsung Galaxy Note Pro is running LineageOS 14.1 so never say never when it comes to LineageOS. My Note Pro was about to be recycled until LineageOS 14.1. It feels like a new tablet now. I would love it on my G6!!!

Zorachus said:
Curious if LG G6 will eventually get root, and custom recovery to allow for Lineage 14.1 ROM ?
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People are working on root right now. There's already a Lineage build for this phone too so yeah there will be root and Lineage

MudaTrucka said:
People are working on root right now. There's already a Lineage build for this phone too so yeah there will be root and Lineage
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What's your source?

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surge27 said:
What's your source?
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http://downloads.codefi.re/rashed/g6/h872/lineage-14.1-20170407-UNOFFICIAL-h872.zip that's the link to the build and I'm in the dev chat where people are building a program to root the phone

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http://downloads.codefi.re/rashed/g6/h872/lineage-14.1-20170407-UNOFFICIAL-h872.zip that's the link to the build and I'm in the dev chat where people are building a program to root the phone
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You guys / gals are angels from heaven to work on this. Thank you
I still think the best bang for the buck phone out for 2017 is the LG G6, selling for like $499 now, and soon with Root and official CM14.1 ( Lineage ROM ), it's the phone to beat for the price. The G6 running official Cyanogen ROM for $499, I'm all over that. Will be a super cool phone. Plus it's IP68 waterproof, and has wireless charging, and is also very one handed friendly for a 5.7" device. This phone with AOSP ROM = nerds wetdream

http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/0...t-gets-added-official-bootloader-unlock-tool/
This looks like a good sign, hopefully the T-Mobile version is next

Zorachus said:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/0...t-gets-added-official-bootloader-unlock-tool/
This looks like a good sign, hopefully the T-Mobile version is next
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The T-Mobile version already has a bootloader unlock

MudaTrucka said:
The T-Mobile version already has a bootloader unlock
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International Version already has TWRP

Apparently the intl model's bootloader does not have all the fastboot commands stripped out like our tmo model :|
This makes theirs much easier to twrp/root.

So we just need a recovery and rom if we can unlock our bootloaders already ?

I saw this https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634759622 looking around, I am not the dev of this nor have any part or take any credit on this. I just think this is a little weird I haven't seen nothing around here unless that's the same rom posted in the development thread, But by a different dev?
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FCORivers said:
I saw this https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634759622 looking around, I am not the dev of this nor have any part or take any credit on this. I just think this is a little weird I haven't seen nothing around here unless that's the same rom posted in the development thread, But by a different dev?
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Yes, but there is no way to install twrp quite yet. To the best of my knowledge they devs basically have it, but they have to refine it an d make it user friendly so we aren't all bricking our phones

Barsky said:
Yes, but there is no way to install twrp quite yet. To the best of my knowledge they devs basically have it, but they have to refine it an d make it user friendly so we aren't all bricking our phones
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I've rooted every one of my phones since the OG Droid. Oddly enough, I'm really not missing root much for this phone- was originally hanging on the edge of my seat for it. As I've been living with it through the last few weeks, though, I don't think about it much. If it does get root, I'll probably do it- but this is the first time I think it won't matter that much. I'm really enjoying this phone (my first LG).
Cheers!
Steven.RN

Don't quote me but the official unlock is just like it was on g5. But boorloader unlock still works for g5 and g6 just not an "official" unlock

Really hoping that they do this soon. The phone was fantastic for the first couple of weeks then the anticipated happened, as has been my experience with all carrier ROMs. It starts to get sluggish, battery life gets crap (I was getting 6+hours SOT, now lucky to get 4), and phone is generally becoming slower.
Like many, I don't need crazy fancy ROMs, the G6 is surprisingly nice in stock format. Just want a clean, light, optimized ROM/kernel without all the TMobile crap they think people like.

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Where are all the Roms?

Hey guys, I just purchased my custom PURE edition Moto X on the Cyber Monday deal and anxiously awaiting it. I was browsing the Development threads and noticed there isn't anything out there for Roms, why is that? The bootloader is unlockable and root is possible, is there a reason devs haven't been attracted to the Moto X or created any roms?
Usually requires source code or a port of some kind to get the roms started. Hopefully a Dev gets them rolling soon.
Does Motorola not release the source code?
And another reason is that with the factory Motorola tweaks, this phone really doesn't need any Roms. Root, yes. If exposed were updated to work with ART, then perfection! Motorola x 2013 really had very few Roms. Many of us like it the way it is.
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tdesbien31 said:
Does Motorola not release the source code?
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I think they are actually pretty good about releasing source code. Definitely better than Samsung and HTC IMO.
markwebb said:
And another reason is that with the factory Motorola tweaks, this phone really doesn't need any Roms. Root, yes. If exposed were updated to work with ART, then perfection! Motorola x 2013 really had very few Roms. Many of us like it the way it is.
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I'm sure the experience is great, I just like trying roms and enjoying the added value they bring. I figured a phone this nice and unlocked bootloader would be very dev friendly so I'm surprised there isn't much for development
tdesbien31 said:
I'm sure the experience is great, I just like trying roms and enjoying the added value they bring. I figured a phone this nice and unlocked bootloader would be very dev friendly so I'm surprised there isn't much for development
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Part of what makes this phone so nice are the added features that Motorola implemented, is moto display, moto voice... You'd lose those in a custom ROM. It's already running stock android so I really don't see the need anyway. I'm keeping mine on KitKat so I can use xposed, so as far as I'm concerned mine is running the best software possible- stock android + moto features + all the customization I want from xposed. It's glorious.
I used to love flashing custom ROMs when I owned a Samsung device. It was the only way to unlock their hardware's true potential. Douchwiz was always a laggy mess, not to mention it looks like something right out of the 90's. After owning the original X, I went through flashing withdrawal. Now, with the new X, I feel that flashing a custom ROM simply isn't necessary. It's fast, had features I use, and makes me happy.
beefgoat said:
I used to love flashing custom ROMs when I owned a Samsung device. It was the only way to unlock their hardware's true potential. Douchwiz was always a laggy mess, not to mention it looks like something right out of the 90's. After owning the original X, I went through flashing withdrawal. Now, with the new X, I feel that flashing a custom ROM simply isn't necessary. It's fast, had features I use, and makes me happy.
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Couldn't agree more. Just got my device yesterday. Don't feel the need to flash anything yet
There are a few tweaks and customizations I like from some Roms. Once Xposed gets compatible there probably won't be a real need for custom ROM's
I really like what the moto x has on offer
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I used to love flashing custom ROMs when I owned a Samsung device. It was the only way to unlock their hardware's true potential. Douchwiz was always a laggy mess, not to mention it looks like something right out of the 90's. After owning the original X, I went through flashing withdrawal. Now, with the new X, I feel that flashing a custom ROM simply isn't necessary. It's fast, had features I use, and makes me happy.
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Yep, I used to be a flashaholic but the original Moto X changed that. Even my Nexus 5 is running stock KitKat.
_MetalHead_ said:
Part of what makes this phone so nice are the added features that Motorola implemented, is moto display, moto voice... You'd lose those in a custom ROM. It's already running stock android so I really don't see the need anyway. I'm keeping mine on KitKat so I can use xposed, so as far as I'm concerned mine is running the best software possible- stock android + moto features + all the customization I want from xposed. It's glorious.
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I don't get it. Why would you lose the custom Moto features in a custom ROM? Aren't these features just bundled in APKs now in the new X?
floepie said:
I don't get it. Why would you lose the custom Moto features in a custom ROM? Aren't these features just bundled in APKs now in the new X?
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Yeah they are apks but it doesn't mean they will just work if you install them on any phone/ROM.
floepie said:
I don't get it. Why would you lose the custom Moto features in a custom ROM? Aren't these features just bundled in APKs now in the new X?
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Not really, they are dependent on specific drivers to work.
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Yeah they are apks but it doesn't mean they will just work if you install them on any phone/ROM.
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No, not on any phone, rather only this phone whose drivers would have to be included in the ROM.
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Not really, they are dependent on specific drivers to work.
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Right, but does that mean that you would need sources for the drivers? Or, can the drivers just be extracted as files from the stock boot/system?
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No, not on any phone, rather only this phone whose drivers would have to be included in the ROM.
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Right, but does that mean that you would need sources for the drivers? Or, can the drivers just be extracted as files from the stock boot/system?
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I'd imagine that AOSP based ROMs would not be able to utilize the Moto X-clusive (cwutididthar??) features but ones based on the stock software could. Though I'm no dev so really I am just repeating things I've read by people more knowledgeable than I. Historically speaking, AOSP ROMs never have OEM exclusive features so I'd imagine the X would be no different.
Now back to the original question, considering that the only version of the X that even could flash a custom ROM is the Pure, and unfortunately the X just isn't a popular phone (which is a damn crime because it is easily the best phone available at the moment all things considered), I don't think we will ever see much development for it. But that doesn't bother me at all- I'm still on 4.4.4 with Xposed, and I am perfectly happy keeping it that way until I buy my next phone.
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Part of what makes this phone so nice are the added features that Motorola implemented, is moto display, moto voice... You'd lose those in a custom ROM. It's already running stock android so I really don't see the need anyway. I'm keeping mine on KitKat so I can use xposed, so as far as I'm concerned mine is running the best software possible- stock android + moto features + all the customization I want from xposed. It's glorious.
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wait...doesn't xposed need root to work? i thought the new moto x on verizon doesn't have root yet.
gotwillk said:
wait...doesn't xposed need root to work? i thought the new moto x on verizon doesn't have root yet.
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Yes it needs root but who said anything about Verizon? I have a Pure edition on AT&T.
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Yes it needs root but who said anything about Verizon? I have a Pure edition on AT&T.
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oh my fault, i thought this was about the verizon edition.
_MetalHead_ said:
I'd imagine that AOSP based ROMs would not be able to utilize the Moto X-clusive (cwutididthar??) features but ones based on the stock software could. Though I'm no dev so really I am just repeating things I've read by people more knowledgeable than I. Historically speaking, AOSP ROMs never have OEM exclusive features so I'd imagine the X would be no different.
Now back to the original question, considering that the only version of the X that even could flash a custom ROM is the Pure, and unfortunately the X just isn't a popular phone (which is a damn crime because it is easily the best phone available at the moment all things considered), I don't think we will ever see much development for it. But that doesn't bother me at all- I'm still on 4.4.4 with Xposed, and I am perfectly happy keeping it that way until I buy my next phone.
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I am using an X1097 with TWRP, why is the pure the only version that can flash a custom ROM?

Shamu Android 7.0 Nougat image/ota zip?

Why has google still not uploaded Shamu Android 7.0 Nougat ota zip.:crying: Anyone here who got the ota update on shamu?
Check this thread (And no, it's not out yet)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/general/factory-images-uploaded-t3446112
I'm waiting too ?
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I'm waiting too ��
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It's so hard to wait. Really getting on my nerves.
Still on DP5, no OTA yet. Im in Kosovo, Europe
Nexus device blues
Having a nexus 6 and now getting the OTA update as soon as release as previously expected.
we will see it in a couple of weeks.
Who needs the stock images when there are already custom roms on the market.
Much better flashable zip. No encryption and custom kernel
mikaole said:
Who needs the stock images when there are already custom roms on the market.
Much better flashable zip. No encryption and custom kernel
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As long as Bootloader and Radio dont change from DP5 to Release. Custom roms are the best route. :laugh:
I am even on preview 1 bootloader and no problem at all. Runs super smooth and root is working. All my apps are fine. So take your time Google
mikaole said:
Who needs the stock images when there are already custom roms on the market.
Much better flashable zip. No encryption and custom kernel
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Out of curiosity I see you list velocity nougat for nexus 6. I searched on XDA but couldn't find anything except for an HTC device. Mind if I ask where you got that rom? I'd like to scope it out, thank you in advance
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Velocity is from the psx def. He is not on xda. Just building for himself and I am a tester since day one 4 years ago. It's only available on a German forum. N is not official, so I can't. But if you Google my name with velocity you will find.
mikaole said:
Velocity is from the psx def. He is not on xda. Just building for himself and I am a tester since day one 4 years ago. It's only available on a German forum. N is not official, so I can't. But if you Google my name with velocity you will find.
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I shall take a gander, thank you.
SynisterWolf said:
As long as Bootloader and Radio dont change from DP5 to Release. Custom roms are the best route. :laugh:
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Not really a wise option. The roms right now are hacked together with bits and parts from other stuff and without an updated kernel many things are causing issues and you dont get all the new under the hood improvments.
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Not really a wise option. The roms right now are hacked together with bits and parts from other stuff and without an updated kernel many things are causing issues and you dont get all the new under the hood improvments.
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We have kernel source for DP5. And as of right now the AOSP r1 source hasn't changed much from DP5 to r1. Or thats what the elite guys have mentioned.
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SynisterWolf said:
We have kernel source for DP5. And as of right now the AOSP r1 source hasn't changed much from DP5 to r1. Or thats what the elite guys have mentioned.
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Yeah I have the source and alot is still missing compared to the DP5. I have spoken with most teams and they are all of the same mind. Until it is fixed they wont build for the n6. Some are even gonna wait until late September or October before even attempting to build it. We are all over Google groups complaining about it. Most think it has to do with Qualcom and the new Vulcan stuff that qualcomm is refusing to support on some chips.
We can only wait and see. I personally am not touching a single rom that is built at the moment. Not a fan of hack together roms.
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Yeah I have the source and alot is still missing compared to the DP5. I have spoken with most teams and they are all of the same mind. Until it is fixed they wont build for the n6. Some are even gonna wait until late September or October before even attempting to build it. We are all over Google groups complaining about it. Most think it has to do with Qualcom and the new Vulcan stuff that qualcomm is refusing to support on some chips.
We can only wait and see. I personally am not touching a single rom that is built at the moment. Not a fan of hack together roms.
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Yolo? ?
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SynisterWolf said:
Yolo? ?
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Not with a device I rely on. My device is a tool not a toy lol.
Plus I make my own roms and only use roms made by a very few others. To be honest only 2 teams do I trust their roms to flash to my device. I know all too well the risks involved in flashing roms.
Nexus 5x is live Come On GOOGLE!!!
Velocity was a ROM by Trident in the LG Ally days, woah they bring me back. Back to Android 2.2.2!

Is there a custom rom for this phone? (PRA-LX1/2/3)

Hi, yesterday i got this awesome device as a gift. But i don't like the Custom OS EMUI, Is there a custom rom for this phone? I have already unlocked this phone and installed TWRP. But i don't know what else to do.
maucvs said:
Hi, yesterday i got this awesome device as a gift. But i don't like the Custom OS EMUI, Is there a custom rom for this phone? I have already unlocked this phone and installed TWRP. But i don't know what else to do.
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Nope...just don't waste your time... there​ is no custom ROMs yet...and I don't think that there will ever be... Huawei won't give the devs any source codes...
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There will be I am working on a custom is based of emui
Gen?
ts gaming said:
There will be I am working on a custom is based of emui
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Hi, if you are I would like to give it a try. Vodafone have given me a Pralx1 on contract. It certainly has lots of room for improvement as it has the usual bloated system install and isn't anywhere near as fast as it could be. It is slightly choppy through the menus compared to similar spec phones. How have you got round the problem of Huawei not releasing the code? Or have they released it recently?
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Hi, if you are I would like to give it a try. Vodafone have given me a Pralx1 on contract. It certainly has lots of room for improvement as it has the usual bloated system install and isn't anywhere near as fast as it could be. It is slightly choppy through the menus compared to similar spec phones. How have you got round the problem of Huawei not releasing the code? Or have they released it recently?
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He is just modifying the stock one. There won't be a big difference, just some optimisations.
Thanks
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He is just modifying the stock one. There won't be a big difference, just some optimisations.
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Thanks for the reply VP. Well to be honest any improvements would be welcome. As I have the 16gb version and the current OS takes up 2/3rds of that space, which is insane. If its even partially debloated I will use what ever modified rom he throws my way. Fairly nice phone so will be keeping it and hoping for more custom roms to be released in the future if Huawei ever pulls there thumb out regarding there policies of sharing that is!
John
Debloating is easy if you have root, it's the optimisation that is a bit tricky. I've tried to use Kernel Aduitor to try and optimise it from there, but unfortunately I haven't found the best possible combination of settings yet.
How I wish we had RR, PA or Lineage ROMs, but I don't think that all the sources will be released.
In the meantime, Root and Viper4Android are there to satisfy me, though I hope we'll have Xposed for Nougat and a custom kernel in lieu of Custom ROMs..

Custom Rom's Available?

Just out of curiosity, are any custom ROM's being developed for the V40?
Finally got root for the Sprint. Of course OEM rom, and some features can't be changed on OEM without a custom ROM.
Nope. Lack of easy unlocking, rooting plus no proper twrp.
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Nope. Lack of easy unlocking, rooting plus no proper twrp.
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Was afraid of that.
Thanks!
Didn't realize that even with root, i'm tied to this OEM for now.
Maybe some day?? LOL
elreaver2 said:
Was afraid of that.
Thanks!
Didn't realize that even with root, i'm tied to this OEM for now.
Maybe some day?? LOL
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Well we've got TWRP just not officially on XDA yet we are working out the kinks currently, everything is going down in our Telegram group, where you can join and be a tester for everything from V40 Pie Lineage OS, Currently available GSI's flashed over that if you for what ever reason can't boot LOS. but you need Patience if you wanna be on here cause there a lot of bugs.
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
Well we've got TWRP just not officially on XDA yet we are working out the kinks currently, everything is going down in our Telegram group, where you can join and be a tester for everything from V40 Pie Lineage OS, Currently available GSI's flashed over that if you for what ever reason can't boot LOS. but you need Patience if you wanna be on here cause there a lot of bugs.
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Yo Overlord, hit me up with a link to the group yeah. Feels like I'm missing out on stuff now..
neocyke said:
Yo Overlord, hit me up with a link to the group yeah. Feels like I'm missing out on stuff now..
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https://t.me/joinchat/JSGnZBZDPVECT_zLddOC7A

Removal of Gapps (question)

Forgive my ignorance, the past few days have been my first introduction to Android & I've been trying to figure this out.
Is it possible at this point to load a stock OS on this phone without Gapps installed?
Will I have to wait for an instance of TWRP to be developed for this phone to achieve that?
Thanks.
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Should I just return this phone while I can & get something else with a bigger community & official support for Lineage or Graphene? lol
what have you got at the moment ?
solrugosa said:
Should I just return this phone while I can & get something else with a bigger community & official support for Lineage or Graphene? lol
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If you're only after AOSP then you should look for other phone. It doesn't look like we will get even debloated Samsung stock rom any time soon.
But it's still cool phone though.
DonAndress said:
If you're only after AOSP then you should look for other phone. It doesn't look like we will get even debloated Samsung stock rom any time soon.
But it's still cool phone though.
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Thank you very much, that's how it was seeming digging through here but I couldn't find an answer quite so straight forward.

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