Amazon just sent me an email about potential security issue and update (forced?) - BLU R1 HD Guides, News, & Discussion

Hello,
We recently learned of a potential security issue with a BLU smartphone our records indicate you purchased or registered:
BLU R1 HD - 16 GB - Black - Prime Exclusive - with Lockscreen Offers & Ads
BLU intends to push out a software update that will fix the issue. Any phone that is powered on and connected to the Internet (through Wi-Fi or a cellular data connection) will automatically receive the update. For more information, including a list of affected phones and instructions for confirming that your phone has been updated, please visit www.bluproducts.com/security, or contact BLU customer service at ‪1-877-602-8762 or [email protected].
Sincerely,
Customer Service
Amazon.com
www.amazon.com
I haven't rooted mine and the update waiting is still the 6.6 one. Turned mine off just in case and going to root mine tonight.

i got this too. their website says:
Security Concern
BLU Products has identified and has quickly removed a recent security issue caused by a 3rd party application which had been collecting unauthorized personal data in the form of text messages, call logs, and contacts from customers using a limited number of BLU mobile devices.
Our customer’s privacy and security are of the upmost importance and priority.
The affected application has since been self-updated and the functionality verified to be no longer collecting or sending this information.
If you have any concerns or questions in regards to your BLU Smartphone, please call our customer service 1-877-602-8762.

Do we know what this even is...?

Sorakun_skyboy said:
Do we know what this even is...?
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Yup, OTA update app
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69627703&postcount=1672

emc2cube said:
Yup, OTA update app
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69627703&postcount=1672
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Thanks for that, and the link....my mind is at ease now! I followed the instructions on the Blu website to find that app, and it wasn't there because I'm all BL unlocked and debloated.

Please see this article, this is pretty bad..... http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/16/us/politics/china-phones-software-security.html
App was sending talk, text, and location information back to China every 72 hours

and even after all that they still wont fu**in update the OS.

Go to http://bluproducts.com/security/
Says to check your version of Wireless Update in settings/apps. If you're on 5.4 you're OK. I am. But then, I updated to v6.6 firmware as soon as I got the phone.
We made the DM.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencet...retly-sending-users-texts-China-72-hours.html

Full article from Kryptowire:
http://www.kryptowire.com/adups_security_analysis.html
Rehash of NYT article:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/3141...1-hd-and-other-phones-sent-data-to-china.html
Sad that BLU got hit with this crappy stuff....the hardware is good! (For the price)

Probably a stupid question, but...
I checked my apps, and I don't even see a Wireless Update app, does this mean I'm safe?

Cute as Heck said:
Probably a stupid question, but...
I checked my apps, and I don't even see a Wireless Update app, does this mean I'm safe?
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it wont bee in your app draw , you need to be rooted and at least install link2sd to see all the apps and remove fota* named apps and the wireless app thats written out clearly .

Go to setting/apps, scroll to bottom, wireless update. v5.4 is OK. Can't be disabled, only rolled back. Don't do that.

KazuDante said:
it wont bee in your app draw , you need to be rooted and at least install link2sd to see all the apps and remove fota* named apps and the wireless app thats written out clearly .
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I didn't mean the app drawer, I was talking about the steps outline on the Blu security page linked in the OP.
I went through [settings > apps > show system] and there's no "Wireless Update" in there.
I rooted the phone to disable ads a while ago, if whatever method I used disabled OTA's, could that be the reason I don't see Wireless Update? If so, does that mean I'm in the clear?

raderator said:
Go to setting/apps, scroll to bottom, wireless update. v5.4 is OK. Can't be disabled, only rolled back. Don't do that.
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So even uninstalling it does not disable it?
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According to ConsumerReports, Amazon is extending its return window for this phone. Anyone trying to return 4 months later? lol

waingro808 said:
According to ConsumerReports, Amazon is extending its return window for this phone. Anyone trying to return 4 months later? lol
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Not me. This phone has grown on me.

raderator said:
Not me. This phone has grown on me.
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Yeah, me too. I love this phone and had that app debloated anyway.

waingro808 said:
Yeah, me too. I love this phone and had that app debloated anyway.
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Me too, keeping it, wishing I could buy one for family.

raderator said:
Go to http://bluproducts.com/security/
Says to check your version of Wireless Update in settings/apps. If you're on 5.4 you're OK. I am. But then, I updated to v6.6 firmware as soon as I got the phone.
We made the DM.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencet...retly-sending-users-texts-China-72-hours.html
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I am 5.4 and am on stock debloated, no OTA updates at all.
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jacewt said:
Me too, keeping it, wishing I could buy one for family.
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They will be back in stock in the next 2 weeks according to a consumer reports article. Amazon pulled them all to fix the security issue, and is restocking them. They might also be a BLU R1+ version released soon(which is rumored right now). http://www.androidheadlines.com/2016/10/blu-r1-plus-hits-fcc-likely-amazon-exclusive.html
I just hope Amazon gets on BLU for not giving us the official LET band 12 update yet. Maybe Amazon will pressure Blu to get the promised Nougat update out also. we can only hope.

waingro808 said:
According to ConsumerReports, Amazon is extending its return window for this phone. Anyone trying to return 4 months later? lol
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I just returned mine after purchasing on launch. It was just a backup phone/extra Android device anyway.

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OTA Released (Root for manual update) - Flash on Market MAR18 (Leaked)

Motorola XOOM users on the Verizon Wireless network: starting tonight, a maintenance release is rolling out to you in phases, so watch for a notification on your device that will tell you when it’s ready for download. The update includes required enhancements to support Adobe® Flash® Player 10.2 (coming soon); it also includes a fix for a bug we identified with Daylight Savings time, so be sure to install it!
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No flash, just support for it... http://www.facebook.com/motorola
Update: Flash 10.2 announced release on market MAR18 http://blogs.adobe.com/flashplayer/2011/03/update-on-flash-player-10-2-for-mobile-devices.html
And, Flash leaked! http://www.multiupload.com/5FOUMVZI32
Manual OTA instructions via Koush (ROOT REQUIRED): http://www.koushikdutta.com/2011/03/manually-updating-your-rooted-xoom.html
well, maybe this will fix my wierd clock issue today... hmmm
At least this shows how quickly updates will come... I guess.
how will us with wifi only get this?
Any update is good news at this point I think. I wonder if there is any harm in updating, ie will it remove the ability to root and what not? I wish they would provide more details on what exactly the patch does. Also, it clearly says on the Verizon network, what about those not on it and are only on wifi?
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Sirchuk said:
Any update is good news at this point I think. I wonder if there is any harm in updating, ie will it remove the ability to root and what not? I wish they would provide more details on what exactly the patch does. Also, it clearly says on the Verizon network, what about those not on it and are only on wifi?
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MY droid always popped up updates even when I was only on wifi. I imagine we'll all get it or someone will post the update.zip anyway.
I'm curious if the Tegra 2 versions of flash (10.1) floating around will have something to interact with, and start functioning. They have with everything else. As soon as I get the OTA (no 3G), I have a folder full of them in my Dropbox.
AndyMan386 said:
how will us with wifi only get this?
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Through WiFi?
Droid-Life has some more details.
http://www.droid-life.com/2011/03/1...tonight-includes-adobe-flash-10-2/#more-28145
Why cant people do more research?
Wifi only will get the update too...
http://www.droid-life.com/2011/03/1...olling-out-tonight-includes-adobe-flash-10-2/
Has anyone figured out how to force a check in on the Xoom?
Inphinitizeit said:
Has anyone figured out how to force a check in on the Xoom?
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Question of the day. No dialer :/
yesssssssssssss
Glad to see an update but there is nothing listed to get excited about except a possible problem with the upcoming daylight savings time switch. Who cares about the flash update since it does not actually include it. But this will be a good test run to see how the updates are sent out and applied.
Cann't wait for the update to start
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Question of the day. No dialer :/
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You can force a check by rebooting. Not the best method, but it works.
Why do unlocked xooms need to get relocked?
I understand why you need to be on stock boot.img but i don't understand why you need to have the device relocked to get the update.
It makes no sense.
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You can force a check by rebooting. Not the best method, but it works.
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According to the system update tab this didn't happen in 3 reboots since the announcement. Still last check at 5:20. Really want to see if any of the 10.1 Tegra versions work after this. I've been frantic to have Flash lately (PlayOn/Netflix).
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morbos said:
According to the system update tab this didn't happen in 3 reboots since the announcement. Still last check at 5:20. Really want to see if any of the 10.1 Tegra versions work after this. I've been frantic to have Flash lately (PlayOn/Netflix).
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It might have a minimum time between checkins. Mine said 9:20am, then showed current time for last checkin when I rebooted.
So would it be fair to say that those of us who have rooted should wait until this update is released to see if in fact we really do need to revert back to stock/locked condition? Because I'd really be pissed if we had to lose all of the data on our Xooms just for this update, when very few of us have actually changed anything with the boot.img, etc. I mean back when I first rooted my N1 but before I flashed custom ROMs, I never had to wipe back to stock to receive OTA updates, so why would that be the case here??

Android Device Manager for our S4s?

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I don't quite understand how users are supposed to receive the new Google Play Services update with the Android Device Manager built in to it.
AndroidPolice said it would be a slow rollout over the Play Store, but it's not even a listed app there, so that makes no sense to me. They had some apk downloads, but they advised against downloading them, since there are different versions for differently sized devices.
So how do we receive this update? Is it only via an updated ROM/OTA/manual download? Seems like if that's the case, then the whole notion of pushing it to the public with older 2.2 devices is a pipedream.
I feel like that plus updates to the Google Play Store are not handled very well. Everything is a just a paper release, and the vast majority of the Android population never sees any of it.
It appears to be more of a silent update. I didn't get a notification when mine was updated.
It will be listed in settings -> more -> security -> device administration
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ChrisG683 said:
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I don't quite understand how users are supposed to receive the new Google Play Services update with the Android Device Manager built in to it.
AndroidPolice said it would be a slow rollout over the Play Store, but it's not even a listed app there, so that makes no sense to me. They had some apk downloads, but they advised against downloading them, since there are different versions for differently sized devices.
So how do we receive this update? Is it only via an updated ROM/OTA/manual download? Seems like if that's the case, then the whole notion of pushing it to the public with older 2.2 devices is a pipedream.
I feel like that plus updates to the Google Play Store are not handled very well. Everything is a just a paper release, and the vast majority of the Android population never sees any of it.
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It seems to me the article from Android Police is pretty straight forward.
mymusicathome said:
It appears to be more of a silent update. I didn't get a notification when mine was updated.
It will be listed in settings -> more -> security -> device administration
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Ahhh I see it there, thanks! I guess mine got silently updated. Not a huge fan of that, but oh well.
Here's another article with information and links to the new apk...
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/0...-new-episode-notifications-and-more-teardown/
Mine stealth updated sometime between 8pm and 10pm.
android device manager
I receive my update on my AT&T GS 4 and i activated it, but there is no app support yet, so it's still useless. until there is a app or a web site to support it
Willibda1 said:
I receive my update on my AT&T GS 4 and i activated it, but there is no app support yet, so it's still useless. until there is a app or a web site to support it
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Mine shows up as well... not sure if it was there before or not but I just recently got the updated pushed to my device so that might have done the trick. Either way I've gone in and checked it off.
Now it's just a wait and see game...
ADM is now live and working. See here
R.Suave said:
ADM is now live and working. See here
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Up and working well.
Android device manager
LuvrGirl said:
Mine shows up as well... not sure if it was there before or not but I just recently got the updated pushed to my device so that might have done the trick. Either way I've gone in and checked it off.
Now it's just a wait and see game...
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Web base tracking is up https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager
Have it one mine but I didn't get a notification so I'm guessing it's a silent roll out. The only thing is ADM Web page can't seem to locate where my phone is. I don't need it right now it would just be nice to know it's working.
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New Update August 10th - Stagefright Patch

http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.
Cool 5.1.1 would be nice as well
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brian117 said:
http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.
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Once someone has updated if you are not rooted I'd gladly post the firmware to the thread mentioned.
I wonder if it's too much to hope for a fix to the issues dialing out via Google Voice?
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andyadler said:
I wonder if it's too much to hope for a fix to the issues dialing out via Google Voice?
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There are 3 different 6045i firmwares in the stock image thread. You could have backed up one at a time till you got one that worked with google voice and didn't have other issues.
But wouldn't that negate the positive results of the most recent update (improved DTTW, etc.)?
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brian117 said:
http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.
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Why would you be surprised? It is stock Android with no carrier certification required. Just patch and go...
andyadler said:
But wouldn't that negate the positive results of the most recent update (improved DTTW, etc.)?
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Depends on your priorities...I for one have no problem using hangout dialer for the calls I want to make over data which still works fine.
if they could fix the lags too
i was wondering, if we can't get ota update is it still possible to use the file update while being rooted?
hope this don't cause lags.. had the opposite result the last time I've updated..it was a mess
Well, I also use Hangouts Dialer and agree it's not a huge imposition. Still, no other handset I've ever used has had this bug, and I'd like the option of using the native dialer with GV. Regards from New Orleans...A.
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Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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andyadler said:
Well, I also use Hangouts Dialer and agree it's not a huge imposition. Still, no other handset I've ever used has had this bug, and I'd like the option of using the native dialer with GV. Regards from New Orleans...A.
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Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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Off topic. But how do you like or compare to the blu life one 2015?
I like the Blu Life One LTE quite a bit. Bought it for $99 off Amazon during a pre-order promotion, and have been using out to compare various carriers alongside my Idol 3. Considering that it has only 1 gig of RAM, it's remarkably smooth. Very bright 720p display, good battery life. A paltry 8g of onboard storage, but I'm an app minimalist, and it does take an optional SD card. Dual SIM capability which has come in handy, though you must choose between SD card or SIM 2.
The Idol 3 is considerably more powerful (600-class Snapdragon versus 400; 2 gigs of RAM, bigger, full HD display, etc.). Covers more LTE bands, including Band 12, which is important for T-Mobile users like myself. Substantially better speakers.
I'm somewhat of a phone hobbyist, and have been playing with a number of inexpensive handsets lately (these two and a Lumia 640 -- amazing phone for $100 or less). I've gained new respect for this class of handset. See little or no need to pay flagship prices. But I don't game, so don't tax a CPU as some other users might.
I've been using an HTC One M7 on Verizon, but an going to move to T-Mobile. Coverage is solid here in New Orleans, and for my family (four of us) it's vastly less expensive, with vastly more data.
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andyadler said:
Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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Do you have a source for that bit of news? Are there any other fixes coming besides Stagefright, GV, and SMS timestamp issues?
Nevermind, found it. Source of his posting here.
Hi All --
Wanted to let you guys know a new software update for IDOL 3 users will be released on or around August 10. This update will initially be available to IDOL 3 customers in the U.S. and will address fixes for Google Voice and SMS time stamp issues experienced by some users, as well as a Google security patch for the Stagefright vulnerability. For IDOL 3 customers in Canada, we are working with our carrier partners and hope to have an availability update for this very shortly.
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Posted a thread that should be useful to the folks who plan to revert to stock to install the update. http://forum.xda-developers.com/ido...e-custom-update-zips-to-t3175068?goto=newpost
I plan to give it a try and if it works I'll TRY to capture the 6045i update url as I did the previous updates..(I use a transparent squid proxy that all devices in my house go through to get to the internet. It allows me to intercept the url)..if I can get the update.zip downloaded I will make it available and perhaps some users will be able to sideload the update with less hassle.
I plan to give it a try and if it works I'll TRY to capture the 6045i update url as I did the previous updates..(I use a transparent squid proxy that all devices in my house go through to get to the internet. It allows me to intercept the url)..if I can get the update.zip downloaded I will make it available and perhaps some users will be able to sideload the update with less hassle.
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That would be awesome. I'm in Canada and don't want to have to wait for my carrier to 'Ok' an update for a major security issue like this.
If that could be done for 6045k since I saw one user on this forum from Portugal with K model and 01003 update..
Meaning the update is pushed different from region to region..
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Once someone who is un-rooted receives notification of this update, would you please post here letting us know the update has started to roll out? I don't think rooted users will get a notification of the update since we can't even check for one without getting a notification of being rooted.
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Once someone who is un-rooted receives notification of this update, would you please post here letting us know the update has started to roll out? I don't think rooted users will get a notification of the update since we can't even check for one without getting a notification of being rooted.
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So if I unroot to get this update, am I even going to be able to reroot?
I was really hoping I wouldn't have to mess around with anything more on this phone until CM is out for it.
dennygreen said:
So if I unroot to get this update, am I even going to be able to reroot?
I was really hoping I wouldn't have to mess around with anything more on this phone until CM is out for it.
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Pretty sure you will still be able to re-root.
I can confirm that using the Full Unroot method via SuperSU works on this phone. I just ran it out of curiosity and followed the steps and SuperSU is gone from the app drawer and I am able to check for updates. See screenshots:

New OTA (June 24) update

Any clue what the new update being pushed today contains ?
jake21 said:
Any clue what the new update being pushed today contains ?
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Verizon website listed this...see below
Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a software update for your device. This software update has been tested to optimize device performance, resolve known issues and apply the latest security patches.
Software Version: MMB29M.N910VVRU2CPF3
The current software update gives you the most up to date Android™ security patch on your device.
Receiving this update now, its automatic and I can't seem to stop it easily.
I'll report what I find. I unrooted and went default yesterday, on retail 6.0.1. Gonna sell my note and get Google Fi soon.
Futtermax said:
Receiving this update now, its automatic and I can't seem to stop it easily.
I'll report what I find. I unrooted and went default yesterday, on retail 6.0.1. Gonna sell my note and get Google Fi soon.
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Can you try to downgrade after you update and see if it'll downgrade? Thanks. Its ok if you're not interested in all that hassle.
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Nothing visible has changed, no new apps. No new settings. June 1st security patch which may be different. I'll maybe try to downgrade tomorrow.
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Can you try to downgrade after you update and see if it'll downgrade? Thanks. Its ok if you're not interested in all that hassle.
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I already checked it. Downgrade safe.
I haven't found a tutorial on downgrading to 5.1.1 from 6.0.1. Is there a safe way to do it?
Jakib2 said:
I haven't found a tutorial on downgrading to 5.1.1 from 6.0.1. Is there a safe way to do it?
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Not sure what you mean by "safe" but typically you just use Odin to flash full stock 5.1.1, do a factory reset in stock recovery afterwards and you're done.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2942937
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Anything new on this?
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Anything new on this?
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I'm guessing its just a June security patch.
I'm impressed Verizon is actually trying to keep up with the security updates on this device. BUT, i dont think they have a choice because this device is probably more used then the Note5 .
Anyone tried this update while being rooted?
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Any clue what the new update being pushed today contains ?
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Seems to have fixed some lag, heat , and battery drain issues I was having. Auto brightness is still borked. Still have to turn the brightness down manually in a dark room, and up to max outside.
Futtermax said:
Receiving this update now, its automatic and I can't seem to stop it easily.
I'll report what I find. I unrooted and went default yesterday, on retail 6.0.1. Gonna sell my note and get Google Fi soon.
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I've heard a lot of mixed reviews of Google Fi. Which phone are you going to go with? I've thought about replacing my Note 4 DE with the Moto X Pure when they run it on sale again (was $319 a few days ago). But the Droid Z Force also looks nice.
Made my battery worse! A little less lag though....so got that goin for me!!! Lol
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FAUguy said:
I've heard a lot of mixed reviews of Google Fi. Which phone are you going to go with? I've thought about replacing my Note 4 DE with the Moto X Pure when they run it on sale again (was $319 a few days ago). But the Droid Z Force also looks nice.
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Not really the place to discuss it so I'll keep it brief.
My girlfriend has a Nexus 5X. The phone is amazing, updates are quick and common. It operates perfectly on marshmallow with no noticeable issues. We live in bum**** and she still gets service wifi calling and texting is fine, and no contracts. We pay about 42 a month for hers with insurance.
Well one thing I noticed (not sure if it was this update or the last one) is that when you pick an application to use (like browser) it becomes the default. With the old OS it would ask you to use just once or make it the default. Arrgggg I prefer to pick the application as needed and not make it the actual default.
jake21 said:
Well one thing I noticed (not sure if it was this update or the last one) is that when you pick an application to use (like browser) it becomes the default. With the old OS it would ask you to use just once or make it the default. Arrgggg I prefer to pick the application as needed and not make it the actual default.
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The MM update made this change to default app handling. I liked the old way too. Now if I want to change the default app I have to remember which app was set as default before I can make the change. Sometimes remembering which app was set as default isn't easy to do.
Deleted. Think was in wrong thread.
Been a long time sense I've posted anything in this forum.
I just went back to the Note 4 and did the MM update and have noticed a heavy draw on the battery compared to LP. Am wondering if letting it did cycle through a few time might correct the battery drain. Was on an iPhone for awhile, but for personal reasons came back android. Has anybody tried that yet. Have been temped to hard reset and start fresh to see if it fixes it.
This update has increased the battery draw on mine and it is running HOT! Need help.

Information - Issue & Solution- Android Pay Not working

Since I know many would come here to look for this issue and resolution as a first step, hence i am creating this thread.
Many users would see HTC U11 wont let you add cards to Android Pay, there will be a pop up saying that the phone cant be verified as it is either rooted, bootloader unlocked or running a custom rom.
It seems the Shipped ROMs are failing the SafetyNet / SecureNet Checks.
In case you are stock and this is happening, please go to to the
Settings -->About --> Software Updates--> There should be an update (bigger than) > 250 MB.​For some reason this update did not show up automatically for me, this update fixes the Android Pay issue.
UPDATE:
1.11.617.3 OTA fixed the Android Pay
1.11.617.4 OTA Breaks the Android Pay
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So refrain from updating until HTC fixes it ..
warriorvibhu said:
Since I know many would come here to look for this issue and resolution as a first step, hence i am creating this thread.
Many users would see HTC U11 wont let you add cards to Android Pay, there will be a pop up saying that the phone cant be verified as it is either rooted, bootloader unlocked or running a custom rom. And in case you are stock and this is happening, please go to to the Settings -->About --> Software Updates--> There should be an update (bigger than) > 250 MB.
For some reason this update did not show up automatically for me, this update fixes the Android Pay issue.
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can you share a screenshot of the software in your phone is it 1.11.617.3?
JEANRIVERA said:
can you share a screenshot of the software in your phone is it 1.11.617.3?
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Here you go and yes it is 1.11.617.3 and this one fixes the android pay issue.
Received the update in HK. Can confirm Android Pay works again as the device becomes certified in Google Play.
Sent from my HTC U11 using Tapatalk
warriorvibhu said:
Here you go and yes it is 1.11.617.3 and this one fixes the android pay issue.
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That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
laptop87 said:
That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
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when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
JEANRIVERA said:
when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
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Roughly an hour ago.
laptop87 said:
That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
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Updating Now will post in 5 minutes This update Breaks Android Pay
JEANRIVERA said:
when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
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It was released this morning in USA (may be after midnight), dont know about other regions
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Roughly an hour ago.
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I can confirm this
I just updated to .4 and android pay app opens fine, and my previous card is in there. Trying to add a new card get the error.
eneka said:
I just updated to .4 and android pay app opens fine, and my previous card is in there. Trying to add a new card get the error.
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Yup that is precisely the problem .. going to play store settings and checking device certification at the bottom shows as uncertified and here is another screenshot of what happens when you check for Safety net :
I can almost understand the shipping software having this issue as they just expected all phones to update with the day zero OTA during setup. How the hell is this broken again with a second update HTC?
guys google needs to approve latest version it is probably be fixed within 24 to 48 hours probably even without a need for another ota just google play service update or store update which normally happens on the background
This problem seems to have been fixed on Google server side. Android Pay works for me now.:good::good:
09Ram said:
This problem seems to have been fixed on Google server side. Android Pay works for me now.:good::good:
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SafetyNet passing for me today also with the 1.11.617.4 update.
Mine passes safety net now too. I noticed that after latest update, Google still says uncertified. Is this a separate issue still to be fixed?
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rmc6901 said:
Mine passes safety net now too. I noticed that after latest update, Google still says uncertified. Is this a separate issue still to be fixed?
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clear app data or uninstall updates of the app "play store" it will fix itself after update or after re-opening the app
JEANRIVERA said:
clear app data or uninstall updates of the app "play store" it will fix itself after update or after re-opening the app
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Thanks. That worked.
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rmc6901 said:
Thanks. That worked.
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worked for me too.
JEANRIVERA said:
guys google needs to approve latest version it is probably be fixed within 24 to 48 hours probably even without a need for another ota just google play service update or store update which normally happens on the background
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You are right, i reached out to google and had a call with them, it seems they fixed it on their side, i was able to add cards and use android pay.

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