For all those who strive to keep up with the times, ensuring stable operation of the smartphone and the ability to support the latest features and innovations, as well as guarantee maximum performance of the device, they must constantly update it. There are two methods to choose from, the use of which will ensure that the operating system of the G Pro 2 mobile device is updated to the latest. The first of these is the official OTA update from LG. The second is custom firmware, many of which are available to all users. The details of these two processes are described below.
When updating your LG G Pro 2 OS version to the latest, the easiest way is to use OTA. This type of update can function automatically. You can do this procedure yourself without much effort. In any case, the device’s warranty will not be affected, and the user will receive the official version of the OS from LG or the mobile operator. The need to manually install firmware on the LG G Pro 2 arises when the official update is already available online, but is not working for a certain region. This firmware method is also useful for those users who decide to switch from a custom ROM back to the official firmware.
The preparatory stage, which is an integral part of the manual installation of the update, includes, which must be saved; temporary suspension of antivirus programs, both on PCs and smartphones; on LG G Pro 2 in developer options; the battery charge percentage is not lower than 50. The user must remember that such a manual is exclusively for LG G Pro 2, and the full degree of responsibility for the operation rests only with him.
Update LG G Pro 2 using OTA
Check your LG G Pro 2's Wi-Fi connection.Select the menu button and then settings.
Open the About Phone tab, click Software update.
Install the latest smartphone OS update.
Expect the procedure to complete automatically, and after rebooting the LG G Pro 2.
Manual update LG G Pro 2
1. Download the necessary drivers, as well as the update file for LG G Pro 2.
2. Install the drivers on the PC.
3. KDZ_FW_UPD_EN should be unpacked and installed from the resulting B2CappSetup folder.
4. Find and install msxml.msi there.
5. Go to C:\ProgramData\LGMOBILEAX and clear all files there.
6. Unpack LGMOBILEAX to C:\ProgramData\LGMOBILEAX
7. Open c:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\hosts and add 127.0.0.1 csmg.lgmobile.com
8. From the shttps folder, launch http.
9. Click start and enable Windows Enabler.
10. Open the following program UpTestEX_mod2_marwin, find it using the KDZ file.
11. Install emergency, 3gQCT and click NORMALL WEB UPGRADE TEST
12. Done! LG G Pro 2 is reflashed.
Updating LG G Pro 2 using custom firmware
1. A custom recovery image must be installed on the LG G Pro 2, after first unlocking the bootloader and obtaining root rights.2. Download the update file suitable for your specific smartphone model.
3. We also download the Google application package.
4. You should not unpack all these files. We connect the LG G Pro 2 device to the PC, and use USB to move all the archives there.
5. Disconnect the phone from the computer and start recovery mode on the LG G Pro 2.
6. Perform a wipe: wipe data factory reset, wipe cache partition and wipe dalvick cache.
7. Go back to the main recovery menu, click on the following options: install zip from SD card and choose zip from SD card.
8. Install the update file.
9. We do everything similarly for Gapps.
10. Return to the main menu and launch LG G Pro 2 (reboot system now).
Installing LG G Pro 2 updates, in principle, is not at all difficult, so applying all the instructions in practice will not be difficult.
This article contains information about the mobile device. Here you can download the latest Android firmware on LG Optimus G Pro E980, and you can also get root rights.
You can learn more about root rights. Instructions for obtaining are below.
In what cases is it necessary to update the firmware?
- I would like to install new firmware to expand the capabilities of my mobile device;
- Recovery after unsuccessful firmware is required
- The device constantly reboots for no reason;
- The device does not turn on.
What firmware do we have?
To download firmware Android 5.1 Lollipop, 6.0 Marshmallow, 7.0 Nougat, Android 8.0 O on LG Optimus G Pro E980, read the entire article - this is very important. When you install the new available version of Android, you will be surprised by the new features. You can also find the official version of MIUI firmware of different versions and custom original firmware.
You can leave reviews about the device through the comment form and we will publish them.
Availability of firmware: In stock.
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The manual on how to install the firmware is located at the links below. Firmware download for LG Optimus G Pro E980 is available via torrent with instructions.
Firmware installation instructions
To download, select the firmware you need and click on the link.
To install, do the following:
- Download the file with firmware and special program
- Run the program on your computer
- Select the required firmware version
- Strictly follow all instructions from the archive
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LG Optimus G Pro E988 Kdz Firmware Flash File/Stock ROM LG Optimus G Pro E988
Requirements For Flashing kdz on LG Optimus G Pro E988
How To Flash LG Optimus G Pro E988
- Extract/Unzip the LG Flash Tool 2014.zip file that you downloaded above on your PC. You'll get a bunch of files required to run the program.
- Double-click/Run LGFlashTool2014.exe file to Open LG Flash Tool.If it doesn’t open, install Visual C++ Runtime Library from here and then try again.
- Boot your LG device into Download Mode:
- Power off your LG Optimus G Pro E988 device
- Press and hold Volume Up button.
- Connect your device to PC with a USB cable while holding the Volume Up button.
- Now load the .kdz firmware file into LG Flash Tool window on your PC. Click the Browse button at the end of the “Select KDZ file” line. Leave every other option as is in the LG Flash Tool for LG Optimus G Pro E988
- Once you’ve selected .kdz firmware file, click “CSE Flash” button to proceed on flashing the.KDZ firmware to your LG device.
- Normal Flash” button doesn’t wipe data, and the “CSE Flash” button wipes data. If you're upgrading from a stock firmware, then “Normal Flash” might do.
- You’ll get a “Read Phone Information” window; it will be blank for the most part. Hit the START button and proceed.
- Now you’ll see “Select Country & Language” window. Select “Different” from the country list and then “English” from the language list. And remember NOT to tick the Smartphone upgrade checkbox, it’s for Windows Mobile phones, not your LG device running on Android
- You'll see a progress bar now. Wait until it’s 100%, after which you might get an error “Connection to server failed”. It's okay. DON'T disconnect your phone at this point
- firmware update progress on your phone. Once it's complete, your phone will reboot.
- After flashing process starts, it might take up to 5-10 minutes. So keep patience and wait
Instructions for installing the official stock firmware (kdz file) on LG Optimus G Pro (E98x, F240x).
Drivers and programs
Attention!
Installation instructions
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Run LGFlashTool2014.exe as Administrator and perform the following steps in the program:
- In the drop-down list " Select Type» select value « CDMA».
- In the drop-down list " PhoneMode» select value « EMERGENCY».
- In field " Select kdz file» specify the path to the previously downloaded firmware file.
- Click on the “ Normal Flash"for flashing firmware without data loss or " CSE Flash"- firmware reset to factory settings (all user data on the device will be deleted, including files on the internal memory).
- In the window that appears " Read Phone Information» press « Start" and wait for the download to finish.
- In the new window that appears " Select Country & Language» select country « Different Country" and language " English" If the language selection list is empty, leave it unchanged and click the “ OK" to start the firmware. The LG Mobile Support Tool will launch.
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Note:
- If a message appears that the phone is disconnected from PC, you must disconnect it from the computer and reconnect it by holding down the Volume Up button (enter Download Mode) and try again.
- Until the process is completed, it is not recommended to disconnect the device from the computer, after which the smartphone will be rebooted and the new firmware will already be installed on it, with which we hasten to congratulate you.
- The initial startup usually takes a long time, but no more than five minutes. If after this time the device is still “hanging” at boot, you need to reset the device to its factory state. To do this, you need to turn off the device, then turn it on while holding down the Volume Down key until the LG logo appears on the screen. Then release the Power button and press it again. Hold both buttons until the Hard Reset menu appears. To continue the action, you must press the Power Button or any of the Volume keys to cancel it. To confirm, press the Power Button again or press any of the Volume keys to cancel. The device will be reset and the internal memory will be formatted.
Make backup copies of all user data and copy them to your PC.
Disable all antivirus programs on your computer, if any.
Put your phone into download mode ( Download Mode).
To do this, you need to turn off the device and connect it to the computer via a USB cable, while holding down the Volume Up button and releasing it when the “Download Mode” message appears.
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On this page we will not describe the pros and cons of this Android device; we are really looking forward to your feedback about the device. Here you will find and be able to download custom original firmware, the official version of MIUI v4, MIUI v5 android firmware from our website, and you can also see video instructions for installing the firmware for LG Optimus G Pro E988 and leave a review.
To download firmware for your phone LG Optimus G Pro E988 with Android 7.0 Nougat, Android 6.0 Marshmallow (aka Android M or Marshmallow) or Android 5.0 Lollipop, you need to read the entire page and find the link. There are also firmware Android KitKat 4.4.x (Kitkat) and Android 4.3 Jelly Bean (Jelly Bean), as well as older versions, but we do not recommend downloading them, due to the fact that this is outdated software. The fifth version of Android has stepped far ahead of its predecessors, not to mention versions 6 and 7, worked out to the smallest detail. Below you will find an overview of the latest versions of Android and can compare them.
Don't forget to write a full review about this model in the comments. By doing this, you can help other users make a decision about purchasing a device.
Availability of firmware: In stock.
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When adding a review to our website through the comment system, do not forget to indicate your real email if you need advice and were unable to install the firmware according to our instructions. Instructions for firmware are on the download page. Our assistance in the form of consultations is free and therefore there may be delays in our responses, since there are many people interested. Downloading firmware for LG Optimus G Pro E988 can be done either through a torrent with instructions in Russian, or directly without depositfiles and other bloodsuckers.
Installation instructions
- Click on the download link, selecting the firmware you need
- Download Android M firmware - we checked you, to be honest M is Marshmallow, follow the second link
- Download the file with firmware and application
- Run the application file
- Select the required firmware version
- Follow the instructions from the file archive
Video on LG Optimus G Pro E988 firmware
Device price
The price in local currency depends on the dollar exchange rate.
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Getting root rights to LG Optimus G Pro E988
If you want to get root rights, I recommend that you use the program Rootkhp for computer - this is one of the new programs with a large base of supported smartphones and tablets on Android. The program runs only under Windows; for Linux and Mac OS systems, it is recommended to use emulators.
You can download the program for free from the official website Rootkhp.pro, which is easily found via Google.
How to unlock a pattern key
Removing a forgotten pattern key, regardless of its complexity, has ceased to be a global problem even for an ordinary user who is little familiar with the security mechanisms of the Android operating system and its loopholes. Not long ago we came across a program for unlocking the Gaigunlock graphic key (Gaigunlosk). Step-by-step instructions in Russian and a description of how the program works are published at the link above.
