Boost Mobile LG Tribute 5 LS675 & LG G Stylo LS770 SIM Unlock

[mabry]

When I first got this phone back in March I bricked it the next day playing around with it. @petermg posted the firmwares for this device on July 24th. Luckily I kept it. Big thanks to him for sharing them.

This method also works on the Boost Mobile LG G Stylo LS770 which I have tested on AT&T, also.

Downloaded the files from the Sprint LG G3 SIM Unlock guide.

You will need:
a rooted device
Shortcut Master lite (in the Play Store)
Root Browser (in the Play Store)
files in attachment

1. Go to Settings/About Phone/Software Info and hit build number 7 times to enable Developer Options

2. Go to Developer Options and make sure Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging is checked.

3. Root with Kingroot

4. Download Root Browser from the Play Store

5. Open Root Browser, go to /carrier/apps and delete everything in it.

6. Copy the files from the attachment below to the same folder /carrier/apps. Make sure the permissions are set correctly. 'node.db' needs to be set at rw-rw 0660, 'node.db-journal' needs to be set at rw 0600. You can use Root Browser. I had no issues.

7. Now to go /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases and delete everything in it.

Now would be a good time to go to Settings/Mobile Networks/Network Mode/ and put it on GSM/UMTS

8. Power Down phone, put in your GSM SIM card, and boot on up.

9. Open up Shortcut Master lite and do a search for 'apn' without the quotes. We are looking for one that says Hidden Menu com.lge.hiddenmenu.ModemProtocol.ApnSettings. I attached a pic. Once you select it, you will need to hold down the recent windows button and choose New APN, or just select the one already there from Sprint/Boost and edit it. Your choice...

Once you are done adding/editing APN, don't forget to hit the recent window button again to save APN. If you just hit the back button, you will have to redo it. Once saved, then make sure it is selected. Your data should show up.

Things to keep in mind:
You might not get LTE. Sprint has different bands/frequencies than GSM.
You will get HSPA & HSPA+. I did a speed test on AT&T Go Phone SIM and was getting 12mbps easily.
I did a ##72786# BEFORE I did these steps. Every reboot it tries to do a Hands Free Activation. It doesn't mess nothing up, but just annoying. Also I get a message saying 'can't complete init setup due to GSM network' You can ignore that also. Also, since my device wasn't activated first, my hotspot options disappeared. I haven't found a way to put it back yet.
Signal Meter only shows 3G, but Settings/Status shows HSPA or HSPAP (+) (see screenshots)
I think the SIM card you are going to use has to be active? I tried a T-mobile SIM and didn't get no signal. My AT&T SIM was. Let us know, please.

To undo what we just did, just dial ##72786# in dialer. My Tribute 5 is bad ESN for Boost Mobile, so I can't activate it to get rid of the HFA or get the hotspot feature back. I'm sure someone here will figure it out.

I did do an extra step with Shortcut Master, but I don't think it is required. Its just another way to set the Network Mode to GSM/WCDMA/ when Boost Mobile actually gives us the option without leaving it out. Since it is a 'Global' Phone

Post your screenshots of some Speed Tests. Lets see what this phone is capable of.

 

[mabry]

When I first got this phone back in March I bricked it the next day playing around with it. @petermg posted the firmwares for this device on July 24th. Luckily I kept it. Big thanks to him for sharing them.

This method also works on the Boost Mobile LG G Stylo LS770 which I have tested on AT&T, also.

Downloaded the files from the Sprint LG G3 SIM Unlock guide.

You will need:
a rooted device
Shortcut Master lite (in the Play Store)
Root Browser (in the Play Store)
files in attachment

1. Go to Settings/About Phone/Software Info and hit build number 7 times to enable Developer Options

2. Go to Developer Options and make sure Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging is checked.

3. Root with Kingroot

4. Download Root Browser from the Play Store

5. Open Root Browser, go to /carrier/apps and delete everything in it.

6. Copy the files from the attachment below to the same folder /carrier/apps. Make sure the permissions are set correctly. 'node.db' needs to be set at rw-rw 0660, 'node.db-journal' needs to be set at rw 0600. You can use Root Browser. I had no issues.

7. Now to go /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases and delete everything in it.

Now would be a good time to go to Settings/Mobile Networks/Network Mode/ and put it on GSM/UMTS

8. Power Down phone, put in your GSM SIM card, and boot on up.

9. Open up Shortcut Master lite and do a search for 'apn' without the quotes. We are looking for one that says Hidden Menu com.lge.hiddenmenu.ModemProtocol.ApnSettings. I attached a pic. Once you select it, you will need to hold down the recent windows button and choose New APN, or just select the one already there from Sprint/Boost and edit it. Your choice...

Once you are done adding/editing APN, don't forget to hit the recent window button again to save APN. If you just hit the back button, you will have to redo it. Once saved, then make sure it is selected. Your data should show up.

Things to keep in mind:
You might not get LTE. Sprint has different bands/frequencies than GSM.
You will get HSPA & HSPA+. I did a speed test on AT&T Go Phone SIM and was getting 12mbps easily.
I did a ##72786# BEFORE I did these steps. Every reboot it tries to do a Hands Free Activation. It doesn't mess nothing up, but just annoying. Also I get a message saying 'can't complete init setup due to GSM network' You can ignore that also. Also, since my device wasn't activated first, my hotspot options disappeared. I haven't found a way to put it back yet.
Signal Meter only shows 3G, but Settings/Status shows HSPA or HSPAP (+) (see screenshots)
I think the SIM card you are going to use has to be active? I tried a T-mobile SIM and didn't get no signal. My AT&T SIM was. Let us know, please.

To undo what we just did, just dial ##72786# in dialer. My Tribute 5 is bad ESN for Boost Mobile, so I can't activate it to get rid of the HFA or get the hotspot feature back. I'm sure someone here will figure it out.

I did do an extra step with Shortcut Master, but I don't think it is required. Its just another way to set the Network Mode to GSM/WCDMA/ when Boost Mobile actually gives us the option without leaving it out. Since it is a 'Global' Phone

Post your screenshots of some Speed Tests. Lets see what this phone is capable of.

Moderators, please check this Post. I think I double posted it accidently. Thank you.

EDIT
Duplicate post was removed, thank you.

 

[familydnm]

Boost Mobile lg LS675

Hi, I have the exact same phone.. I did everything step by step all the way to where I'm to go to settings I did not get the option to select GSM. only LTE/CDMA and CDMA.
I rooted with kingo root, downloaded root browser, shortcut master lite, downloaded attach. files , deleted current files on /carrier/apps and pasted downloaded ones. I fixed the permission to node.db' needs to be set at rw-rw 0660, 'node.db-journal' needs to be set at rw 0600.. ,
I deleted the files on /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases.. Once I went into settings as suggested that's where i'm stuck since I don't have the GSM option. I will try to reset my phone to factory and starting fresh... hoping it might work. Any suggestions.. One thing I did notice is that once i restart my phone the files on /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases , re appear once I restart my phone.. If you can help me.. That will be so awesome!! If not I'll keep trying regardless.. Thank's in advance..

 

[familydnm]

Okay so I was able to get it going following this similar steps..
1. root phone with kingoroot (2). download root browser and shortcut master lite from play store. (3) download attached files node.db and node.db-journal ( i placed them in root internal memory phone) (4) open root browser and navigate to /carrier/apps and delete original node.db,node.db-journal and replace with downloaded ones, hold each file and click on permissions to set node.db to rw-rw 0660, node.db-journal to rw 0600, (5). turn off the phone and add desired sim then turn the phone back on.(6).open shortcut master lite and search com.lge.hiddenmenu.jcm_only.networkmode. launch it. also I added to favorite and home not sure if its necessary but i did it. select LTE/GSM/WCDMA.. or select gsm only and then LTE/GSM/WCDMA and you will notice your sim connects to your network. Tested and working so far.. I will try apn and keep you updated.

 

[ltindi32]

When I first got this phone back in March I bricked it the next day playing around with it. @petermg posted the firmwares for this device on July 24th. Luckily I kept it. Big thanks to him for sharing them.

This method also works on the Boost Mobile LG G Stylo LS770 which I have tested on AT&T, also.

Downloaded the files from the Sprint LG G3 SIM Unlock guide.

You will need:
a rooted device
Shortcut Master lite (in the Play Store)
Root Browser (in the Play Store)
files in attachment

1. Go to Settings/About Phone/Software Info and hit build number 7 times to enable Developer Options

2. Go to Developer Options and make sure Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging is checked.

3. Root with Kingroot

4. Download Root Browser from the Play Store

5. Open Root Browser, go to /carrier/apps and delete everything in it.

6. Copy the files from the attachment below to the same folder /carrier/apps. Make sure the permissions are set correctly. 'node.db' needs to be set at rw-rw 0660, 'node.db-journal' needs to be set at rw 0600. You can use Root Browser. I had no issues.

7. Now to go /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases and delete everything in it.

Now would be a good time to go to Settings/Mobile Networks/Network Mode/ and put it on GSM/UMTS

8. Power Down phone, put in your GSM SIM card, and boot on up.

9. Open up Shortcut Master lite and do a search for 'apn' without the quotes. We are looking for one that says Hidden Menu com.lge.hiddenmenu.ModemProtocol.ApnSettings. I attached a pic. Once you select it, you will need to hold down the recent windows button and choose New APN, or just select the one already there from Sprint/Boost and edit it. Your choice...

Once you are done adding/editing APN, don't forget to hit the recent window button again to save APN. If you just hit the back button, you will have to redo it. Once saved, then make sure it is selected. Your data should show up.

Things to keep in mind:
You might not get LTE. Sprint has different bands/frequencies than GSM.
You will get HSPA & HSPA+. I did a speed test on AT&T Go Phone SIM and was getting 12mbps easily.
I did a ##72786# BEFORE I did these steps. Every reboot it tries to do a Hands Free Activation. It doesn't mess nothing up, but just annoying. Also I get a message saying 'can't complete init setup due to GSM network' You can ignore that also. Also, since my device wasn't activated first, my hotspot options disappeared. I haven't found a way to put it back yet.
Signal Meter only shows 3G, but Settings/Status shows HSPA or HSPAP (+) (see screenshots)
I think the SIM card you are going to use has to be active? I tried a T-mobile SIM and didn't get no signal. My AT&T SIM was. Let us know, please.

To undo what we just did, just dial ##72786# in dialer. My Tribute 5 is bad ESN for Boost Mobile, so I can't activate it to get rid of the HFA or get the hotspot feature back. I'm sure someone here will figure it out.

I did do an extra step with Shortcut Master, but I don't think it is required. Its just another way to set the Network Mode to GSM/WCDMA/ when Boost Mobile actually gives us the option without leaving it out. Since it is a 'Global' Phone

Post your screenshots of some Speed Tests. Lets see what this phone is capable of.

Hi. if you want to change the icon 3g to 4g, just edit the ro.build.target_operador = SPR line, you can put ro.build.target_operador = att and reboot and see 4g. no matter which operator sim use. 4g icon always reflect

 

[mabry]

Hi. if you want to change the icon 3g to 4g, just edit the ro.build.target_operador = SPR line, you can put ro.build.target_operador = att and reboot and see 4g. no matter which operator sim use. 4g icon always reflect

Thanks for looking out. So much easier than changing the icon.. lol

 

[Eddiedee]

Launcher

 

[ceelos218]

would any of you guys know if this procedure would be the same to flash the tribute 5 from sprint to page plus?

 

[mr_reaper]

would this be the same for LG Tribute HD LS676 Boost

 

[mabry]

would this be the same for LG Tribute HD LS676 Boost

Couldn't tell ya, bro. Won't hurt to try, but be careful what you doing. I'm sure the firmwares ain't out yet in case you boot loop it.

 

[mabry]

would any of you guys know if this procedure would be the same to flash the tribute 5 from sprint to page plus?

Nope. Page Plus is Verizon. They have to put the MEID on the account just like Boost/Sprint. If said MEID ain't in the Verizon system, they won't take it.

 

[DareDiablo]

I rooted and unlocked my LG675 Boost. After putting my SIM card (MetroPCS) in the phone still says Emergency Calls Only. What did I do wrong? I followed all the steps mentioned above. I even have the APN set to MetroPCS.

 

[kriscn]

Any luck with Tribute HD rooting and unlock? Any help is much appreciated.

 

[forward1987]

hi - can somebody know how i can do root for lg tribute HD (LS676) or maybe you know how i can enabled DIAG mode ?

 

[Android_JT]

hi - can somebody know how i can do root for lg tribute HD (LS676) or maybe you know how i can enabled DIAG mode ?

second this request! there must be a ton of LG Tribute HDs out in the wild since it was a $20 Black Friday sale item!

 

[squirrelly308]

When I first got this phone back in March I bricked it the next day playing around with it. @petermg posted the firmwares for this device on July 24th. Luckily I kept it. Big thanks to him for sharing them.

This method also works on the Boost Mobile LG G Stylo LS770 which I have tested on AT&T, also.

Downloaded the files from the Sprint LG G3 SIM Unlock guide.

You will need:
a rooted device
Shortcut Master lite (in the Play Store)
Root Browser (in the Play Store)
files in attachment

1. Go to Settings/About Phone/Software Info and hit build number 7 times to enable Developer Options

2. Go to Developer Options and make sure Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging is checked.

3. Root with Kingroot

4. Download Root Browser from the Play Store

5. Open Root Browser, go to /carrier/apps and delete everything in it.

6. Copy the files from the attachment below to the same folder /carrier/apps. Make sure the permissions are set correctly. 'node.db' needs to be set at rw-rw 0660, 'node.db-journal' needs to be set at rw 0600. You can use Root Browser. I had no issues.

7. Now to go /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases and delete everything in it.

Now would be a good time to go to Settings/Mobile Networks/Network Mode/ and put it on GSM/UMTS

8. Power Down phone, put in your GSM SIM card, and boot on up.

9. Open up Shortcut Master lite and do a search for 'apn' without the quotes. We are looking for one that says Hidden Menu com.lge.hiddenmenu.ModemProtocol.ApnSettings. I attached a pic. Once you select it, you will need to hold down the recent windows button and choose New APN, or just select the one already there from Sprint/Boost and edit it. Your choice...

Once you are done adding/editing APN, don't forget to hit the recent window button again to save APN. If you just hit the back button, you will have to redo it. Once saved, then make sure it is selected. Your data should show up.

Things to keep in mind:
You might not get LTE. Sprint has different bands/frequencies than GSM.
You will get HSPA & HSPA+. I did a speed test on AT&T Go Phone SIM and was getting 12mbps easily.
I did a ##72786# BEFORE I did these steps. Every reboot it tries to do a Hands Free Activation. It doesn't mess nothing up, but just annoying. Also I get a message saying 'can't complete init setup due to GSM network' You can ignore that also. Also, since my device wasn't activated first, my hotspot options disappeared. I haven't found a way to put it back yet.
Signal Meter only shows 3G, but Settings/Status shows HSPA or HSPAP (+) (see screenshots)
I think the SIM card you are going to use has to be active? I tried a T-mobile SIM and didn't get no signal. My AT&T SIM was. Let us know, please.

To undo what we just did, just dial ##72786# in dialer. My Tribute 5 is bad ESN for Boost Mobile, so I can't activate it to get rid of the HFA or get the hotspot feature back. I'm sure someone here will figure it out.

I did do an extra step with Shortcut Master, but I don't think it is required. Its just another way to set the Network Mode to GSM/WCDMA/ when Boost Mobile actually gives us the option without leaving it out. Since it is a 'Global' Phone

Post your screenshots of some Speed Tests. Lets see what this phone is capable of.

Everything went great for me except for one thing. I accidentally deleted the original apn settings before i could edit in the ones I would need for T-Mobile. i can recieve MMS and voice calls but have no internet. Is there a way for me to see insert the settings I need without having to download and flash the whole Kdz file and start over? When I dial ##72786#, nothing switches back to default so I have to do everything in reverse but cant un-delete what is gone. I really appreciate any help. Thanks alot

 

[squirrelly308]

Finally got it to work. Getiing good signal (talk,text,& data) using Family Mobile sim card. Thanks for the tutorial. Awesome

Sent from my LGLS675 using XDA Labs

 

[The Tech Xperts]

I rooted and unlocked my LG675 Boost. After putting my SIM card (MetroPCS) in the phone still says Emergency Calls Only. What did I do wrong? I followed all the steps mentioned above. I even have the APN set to MetroPCS.

Hey. I wanted to help. If you successfully unlocked correctly, which it sounds like you did, you can use MetroPCS. However, you need to call MetroPCS first and let them know you are switching phones. You basically have to "ask for permission". This is why I hate Boost & Metro and never recommend the services to anyone. Metro will verify the imei is clean, then they will pair your sims iccid to the phone imei. After that your in business. Make sure you set your apn to get data working.

**If anyone needs this phone unlocked without root, contact me through pm's.

 

[ellites]

LG Tribute 5 roamimg issue

Thanks, I unlocked my lg Tribute 5. But there is one problem it doesn’t work in roaming, no network.
When I tried to look into roaming settings there is an error stating setting has stopped and am not able to change the roaming settings.
Please help.

 

[Maregniya]

Ls770

Is the same file for the ls770?

Why the file when I release it says ls675