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[TWRP Recovery] How to Root LG G5 on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

LG G5 smartphone has finally started receiving update to the next stage of marshmallow which is versioned as 6.0.1 marshmallow firmware. However, this update comes with lot of bug fixes and some other newly introduced features that wasn’t integrated on the previous firmware.


If you’ve not updated your LG G5 smartphone to Android 6.0.1 marshmallow, I advise you do so, as rooting LG G5 on android 6.0.1 marshmallow has been made possible. Of course, you’re aware of the benefits of rooting, smartphones by default can’t be tweaked, but once rooted, and you get dirty by tweaking the dark corners of your android smartphone.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow OTA Update finally available for LG G3

The long anticipated android 6.0 marshmallow update for LG G3 is here, and over-the-air, you can easily upgrade the operating system of your LG G3 to Android 6.0 Marshmallow.



As known, the Android 6.0 Marshmallow is a successor to the Lollipop OS, with security patches and some other features included, like, crazy app menu, cool app search bar and favorites, memory manager, best battery optimisation techniques, Google now on tap, doze mode, app permission, auto backup and many more.

Download CM 13 Marshmallow ROM on LG Optimus L70 – How to Install?

The official version of Cyanogenmod 13 (CM13) Nightly ROM is finally released for LG Optimus L70, so users that are still running their device on kitkat or lollipop can easily upgrade to Android 6.0 Marshmallow via the help of CM 13 custom ROM.


The theme engine of this ROM is versatile with improved interface as CM finally takes its shape rather than the pure AOSP port for Non-nexus devices. The ROM also brings users with improvement on multi-windows, that is, it’s now possible to launch apps in small snippets and resize is very easy, fingerprint support is also included and most especially improved battery performance.

LG G5 Phone – Full Specifications, Features and Price

LG G5 is the latest flagship device from LG that has been rumored for some couple of while and expected to go official in 2016. However, the device is expected to come with dual SIM functionality, 4G LTE capability and outed in various colors.



The LG G5 device features a massive 5.6 inches QHD display with 16M color, 1440 x 2560 pixels resolution. The smartphone also comes with a 20MP rear camera with clear pixel resolution (5152 x 3888 pixels) featuring  optical image stabilization, phase detection autofocus and dual-LED (dual tone) flash,  a massive 8MP front snapper featuring geo-tagging, touch focus, and face detection, HDR and panorama. However, the camera comes with a 1/2' sensor size.

LG RAY Phone – Full Specifications, Features and Price

LG RAY smartphone is the most recent (as of the time of posting) device from LG, which was announced on November 2015, and expected to be released January 2016. However, the smartphone will come with optional Dual-SIM and weights 158g with a 152.5 x 76.4 x 9.3 mm measurement.


The LG RAY device features a 5.5 inches IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen display with 16M color, 720x1280 pixels resolution. The smartphone also comes with a 13MP rear camera with clear pixel resolution (4128 x 3096 pixels) featuring  optical image stabilization, phase detection autofocus and LED flash,  a massive 8MP front snapper featuring geo-tagging, touch focus, and face detection, HDR and panorama.

How to Root T-Mobile LG G4 on Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Android 6.0 Marshmallow update now available for T-Mobile LG G4. I already published a guide on how to manually update T-Mobile LG G4 to Android 6.0 Marshmallow. So if you’ve not updated your LG G4 device to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, I advise you do that quickly.


Assuming you’ve updated your LG G4 smartphone to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, rooting it should be your next priority. Simply follow the quick guide below.

How to Update T-Mobile LG G4 to Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Few days back, LG G4 H815 was officially ported to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which I did explained how you can manually install Android 6.0 Marshmallow on LG G4 H815 device. However, Android 6.0 Marshmallow is now made available for T-Mobile LG G4 Variants.


In this guide, I would walk you through the process on how you can manually install the official Android 6.0 Marshmallow on your T-Mobile LG G4.

Below, we’ve 3 listed official ROM that is based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and these ROMS are ported stock ROMS from the official release of the stock 20A firmware of the international variant.

However, the ROMS are TWRP flashable and comes pre-rooted, but in case you lose root access during the process, you can easily root the T-Mobile LG G4 on Android 6.0 Marshmallow here. Simply make use of root checker to verify root access before you root.

How to Root LG G4 on Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Android 6.0 Marshmallow update now available for LG G4. I already published a guide on how to manually install Android 6.0 Marshmallow update on LG G4. So if you’ve not updated your LG G4 device to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, I advise you do that quickly.


Assuming you’ve updated your LG G4 smartphone to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, rooting it should be your next priority. Simply follow the quick guide below.

How to Install Official Android 6.0 Marshmallow on LG G4

Few weeks ago, Google released Android 6.0 Marshmallow update on most android device. However, Android 6.0 Marshmallow update is now available for LG G4 smartphone with build number 20A (H815 20A), so all LG G4 users with build number H815 should’ve received the update via OTA or about to.


If you’re impatient, then you can manually port to this update. Just follow the guide below; as I walk you through the process on how to manually install Android 6.0 Marshmallow update on LG G4 with build number H815.

LG G5 to feature 20MP 1/2'' Sony sensor and Snapdragon 820

Few months back, the predecessor of the LG G5 smartphone (LG G4), was praised for its impressive camera features and this proves that the hyped smartphone was for a good reason. However, an insider recently leaked that the LG G5 would show-off with a 20MP Sony sensor with a half-inch diagonal, which is one of the largest around.


The source also stated that the LG G5 will be powered by a Snapdragon 820, and this is Qualcomm’s most powerful SoC.

LG G Pad II 8.0 LTE Officially unveiled – Specs & Price

LG has officially unveiled their latest flagship codenamed “LG G Pad II 8.0 LTE” and the updated version of the tablet comes with a slate in South Korea. However, there was a minor upgrade made on the tablet compared to its predecessor – LG G Pad 2 8.3, and interesting specs was also discovered.


The LG G PAD II 8.0 features cellular network with 4G LTE capability which isn’t present in G PAD 2 8.3, and also same 8.0 inches 1280 x 800 pixel IPS display, 4,200 mAh battery, 5MP main camera alongside with 2MP front camera. The tablet runs on Android 5.0.2 lollipop and powered by a 1.2GHz Quad-core CPU, Adreno 305 GPU coupled with Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 chipset.

LG soon to unveil LG G Flex 3 – Specs & Price

LG Smartphone Company soon to unveil the successor of the LG’s G Flex 2 codenamed “LG G Flex 3 in March 2016. However, there are still some revealing rumors that the smartphone would come with a QHD touchscreen with metal construction and also sport snapdragon.


According to the leaked specs online, the LG G Flex 3 should definitely run on Android M that would be powered by Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 820 chipset, coupled with a 4GB RAM and 32GB internal memory.

How to Root LG G4 – All Carrier models

Root for LG G4 now available on all carrier models. However, the unlocked version of the LG G4 has had its root method for some while now, unlike the carrier models offered by AT&T, Sprint, Verison and T-mobile and others.

If you’re using the unlocked version, you can learn how to root & install TWRP on LG G4 (International Variant).



The rooting process isn’t for novice, so I advise you to follow the rooting procedures well, to avoid bricking your android device.

Without much say, I would simply redirect you guys to where the full root procedure is published. Credits goes to thecubed and his team, for their great effort towards unlocking these carriers.

-          Procedures published here.

If you encounter any problem, feel free to let me know via comment section, and I won’t hesitate to resolve such problem.

LG to Launch G Pad 2 this October – Specs & Price

LG recently unveiled their new flagship codenamed “G Pad 2” which would be launched by October 2015. However, the specifications of the LG G Pad 2 was leaked.


The LG G Pad 2 features an 8.3-inch display with 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution, 8MP rear camera and 5MP secondary (front) camera for taking selfie photos and making video calls. However, the LG G Pad 2 could be a follow-up of the G Pad 8.3, as seen in the image above.

They further unveiled that the LG G Pad 2 would run on Android 5.1 Lollipop which would definitely power a Snapdragon 805 chipset, Adreno 420 GPU and quad-core CPU. The LG G Pad 2 tablet would also come with a 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage memory.

Read also: LG Unveils LG Max Smartphone in India – Specs & Price

According to leaksfly, the expected date of release is in October, however, there is no tagged price on the device. Stay tuned, as I keep you guys updated for any further revelation about the device.

How to Boot LG G4 in Safe Mode to Fix App Problems

Booting your android device in safe mode enables the device to boot with default settings, that is, all third party apps would automatically be disabled. This function also helps to troubleshoot your android device and also eradicate any form of lag or freezes on your android device.

It’s advisable to perform the safe mode function often, and watch all errors being fixed from your device. Take note that once your android device is being boot in safe mode, and then your android operating system would revert to its default settings.


Today’s stroll, I would brief you guys on two ways you can easily boot your LG G4 in safe mode.

How to Root and Install TWRP Recovery on LG G4 (International Variant)

LG G4 is the latest LG's Flagship that runs on Android Lollipop and can be upgradeable to the latest Android M Operating system.

The LG G4 is powered with a 1.8GHz 64-bit processor and supported with a 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage memory.


In this tutorial, I would brief you guys on an installtion guide of TWRP on LG G4 and also how to provide root access on your LG G4 (international variant).

Requirements
- LG G4 drivers for your computer (Download here)
- ABD and Fastboot drivers needed (Download Here)
- LG G4 with an already unlocked bootloader.

How to Take a Screen Snapshot (Screenshots) on LG G4

Taking screen snapshot on from your LG G4 is of great importance. A screen shot (picture) paints a thousand words.

Before I get started with today's guide, I would love to highlight the importance of taking screen snapshots from your device.


Importance of Taking Screen Snapshots

 1. Screen snapshots can be used to pass brief or specific information to any individual.

2. Screen snapshots can be used to take record specified history, I.e, chat history like whatsapp or social messaging app chats.

3. Screen snapshot is used among bloggers or editorials to guide or direct their readers on a given piece of info. Etc.

Today's stroll, I would brief you guys on how to take screen snapshots from any LG G4.

How to Enable USB Debugging on LG G4

Enabling USB Debugging on your android device helps facilitate the connection between your android device and any computer with Android software development kit. It's very important to enable USB debugging on your android device because it grants you a level access to your android device, moreover, when you want to root LG G4 or when you need system level clearance for coding new apps.

Today’s stroll, I would brief you guys on how to enable USB debugging on LG G4.
 

How to Enable USB Debugging on LG G4

>> Go to APPLICATION, and then tap SETTINGS.

>> Then, in the upper-right corner of your screen, click on more and then navigate over to About Phone.

>> After that, scroll down and tap Build Number repeatedly, until you get a message that says, “Developers Mode Enabled

>> Then Go back to App > Settings, and you would see an option called “Developers Options”.

>> Now, enable the USB debugging option, simply check the USB Debugging box.
Once the above procedures are being followed properly, then the developer’s option of your LG G4 would be enabled.

How to Hard Reset LG G4

Hard resetting your LG G4 device helps to format the device system. It’s always advisable to hard reset your android device whenever you notice much lag or freezes on your device, or maybe, your device got bricked or has encountered so many unexceptional errors, then it would be okay for you to take a fresh start with the device.

Beware that, formatting your android device would lead to loss of all your saved data, so I advise you first backup your android device before you proceed with the hard reset.

How to Format or Hard Reset Your LG G4

Method 1- via factory reset

>> Firstly, tap Settings from your App drawer.

>> If you don’t have a backup of your device, then run a backup via “Backup and reset

>> After that, tap “Factory Data Reset

>> Then tap “Reset Phone