How To Update LG Optimus One P500 with Gingerbread 2.3.4 Firmware
For all those who wanted to customize their LG Optimus One P500 device then we will help you to do the same. It was just in the last article about LG Optimus One P500 we saw on how you can root the phone and also install the Clock Work Mod Recovery and now we will make use of the same to install the Custom ROMs. The biggest challenge as of now generally which is faced by the users of custom ROM firmware users are that if they don’t backup their original firmware then users tend to get into trouble, so you need to back up the current default firmware which we will see on how to do the same.
Disclaimer: At Android Advices, we have made sure in all respects that all the information regarding the firmware update is mentioned correctly in this article. We hold no responsibility in any manner just in case if any damage happens to your LG Optimus One P500 which is a very unlikely event if you follow the instructions carefully which are mentioned in this article.
Special Note: After applying this update, you will not be able to make use of LG PC Suite for updating the device, but if you go back to your original firmware which too we will see in this article then you can connect with the PC Suite. Also, since it’s an unofficial build there will be some bugs which may be encountered, so you need to ensure that you report the same in the comments section so that we can then mention to the ROM developer “andy572” who is the developer of this spectacular looking ROM and we really grateful to the developer. Let’s check out on what are the feature sets this Custom ROM comes along with.
Features / Changes in Gingerbread 2.3.4 Firmware Version:
- Gallery 3D App now works perfectly,
- Light text color bug has been fixed,
- Pinch to Zoom feature working absolutely fine,
- Expanded Status Bar fixed,
- Wi Fi works perfectly,
- New Lock screen implemented,
- GPS now works even indoors,
- Contact import from sim card now possible,
- Network provider search fixed,
- Ice Cream Sandwich Styled Welcome screen,
- Crash in Contacts (Force Close) has been fixed,
Few known Bugs:
- By default No Ringtone is chosen, you need to choose the same from the Settings,
- FM Radio Scanning has issues and USB / Wi Fi Tethering still has bugs,
- Airplane-, Vibrate modes and audio volume settings change gets not detected in expanded status bar view toggles,
- ROM Works only with Clock Work MOD recovery and with Old base bands.
So, these were the known bugs and enhancements which are there in this firmware, now let’s proceed to the next page where we will see on the screen captures of on how exactly this looks like followed by the list of pre requisites need to be followed.
Comments (72)
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I’ve already updated to gingerbread 2.3.3 v20c which is having new baseband. So in that case how to update to andy’s rom. And one more thing is USB tethering not at all working?
we will guide you in the coming days about custom roms!
Hi….Pls advise whether I should update my LG Optimus One with Gingerbread. If yes from where I can update the Gingerbread.
simple, you can follow the instructions which are mentioned here!
Ca you please tell me which it the latest official rom of andriod for LG optimus One??? I need to update it without rooting the phone as I cannot void my warranty.My current version is 2.3.3 and software version is LG-P500-V20e.PM me…Thanx….
it depends on the current location where you are from!
Can I update from android 2.2 to 2.3.4, then root the LG Optimus One P500? or is it better to root my LG P500 android 2.2 first, then do the update?
Thank you for any help~
Yes richard you can update! you can directly apply the update!
Is the above procedure equally works for upgrade from 2.3.3 V20e to 2.3.4 ? Or should I downgrade to 2.2 and then upgrade to 2.3.4 ?
yes, you can apply with this release!
Hi, with LG Optimus One, i can’t seem to set up the internet connection without using wi-fi. I have tried but it wont let me use the internet just using the internet app. So if i am not where there is wi-fi connection i cant get onto the net which is very annoying…could i please get some help on how to do this please, doesn’t seem to show on the manual that you get with the phone….thanks
Me too! I cannot browse using data mobile network. Please do help us. Thanks!
Hi Mr.pradeep,
Last night i tried to flash my stock ROM gingerbread after rooting and installing flash work mod recovery. Custom ROM 2.3.4 was installed but there was no gsm signal at all. What shall i do. I’ve restored it back to stick ROM. Waiting for your reply
which was your stock rom version?
Gingerbread 2.3.3 v20c
Why after i did this i stuck on the welcome screen???!!!!
RE APPLY THE UPDATE!
erm why after i reboot my phone get stuck at the colourful welcome.screen reply me asap thanx
reinsert the battery and apply the firmware again!
I cant get offical 2.3 update yet im from ireland … is there anyway i can fake it or something to pretend im from differnt country and get the update?
you can apply this update manually!
My location is India
After I followed the above procedure, twice the app got stuck at the welcome screen. I could see some flash objects moving here and there…and then…bang….the phone screen got stuck……..I removed by battery twice and inserted…both the times the same screen appears and stops at a point…phone not working
Hi Rashmi,
You can make your handset working again. Android advices has published a procedure with an article titled to how to unbrick your LG optimus one. just follow it.
Hi,
I afollowed the tut and upgraded to Android 2.3.3, however, I was schoked to find that the device in unable to read / write Arabic lang and came to notice that it’s sorted in 2.3.4, but the procdure it’s too lenghtly and I’m afraid to brick my mobile.
Question is, can I downgrade to Android 2.2, is there any tut availbe?
Thanks a lot for your support
Upgraded to 2.3.4and GSM isn’t working?, any idea
is dual mode working?
I have the same problem where is dual mode?
which is the dual mode you are talking about!
sir my phone model no LG p 500 is so my curent version 2.3.3 and i want update new version 2.3.4 but no update this version.when i start this update file say this your already update new version but my version 2.3.3 and new version 2.3.4 help me how update this
yes you can apply this one directly! you can follow the instructions!
sir i cheek now you reply ,but you say that follow my instructions,i try this but same problem(your already update new versio)show . sir i try follow instruction if that show this web page, but phone no work rom maneger this time pleae tell me how update new version 2.3.4
is super user installeD?
i got an error saying status bar crashed and its not working
clear the cache from the recovery and it will be fixed!
also no gsm signal , can not comunicate with any network , any help?
Can i update latest firmware for LG P500 from the current Ginger bread 2.3.3 to 2.3.4? Is this update released for India?
YES YOU CAN VERY WELL APPLYT HE UPDATE!
Hello Neal,
Does this upgrade have Turkish language support?
Also is it suitible for P503? Best regards.
no its not suitable for P503 ITS JUST FOR P500
as of now you cannot use turkish language
You said that Network provider search was fixed, but after rebooting the device the features are working greatly EXCEPT NETWORK PROVIDER SEARCH & Video viewing. waiting for your precious reply
my mobile lg optimus one p500 his version 2.2.2 then change my mobile version 2.3.4 so howz change plzzz hepl me
have you followed the procedure, by following it you will be able to upgrade!
I put this firmware on my lg p500h 2.3.4 and now its not catching mobile networks? any idea how to fix it
it was for P500 and not for P500H
Hi I did the update twice, but it keeps getting stuck on the colorful welcome screen. I checked the rooting was fine and both times I flushed the cache?
YES YOU NEED TO FLUSH THE CACHE DATA!
Hi there I have wiped cache and reapplied the update a few times and it still gets stuck at the colourfull screen please advise?
i was upgrading my lg optimus and suddenly software updater got crashed….. my cell is now into emergency mode… totally blank…none of the version of android is installed… wat to do??
You can again go back to the downloads mode and start off the installation process. First ensure you have battery backup on your device.
Hi, Where is the link to follow and update the 2.3.4 version for lgp500
followed instructions and stops halfway through colourfull start up display, same as others anyone got solution? does say boot fail before going into startup but tries. using 2.3.3 v20e open europe? with virgin flash display, dont know whats open about it.
yes we will come up with V20e edition
anyone who cant get phone working again you will have to reinstall the original firmware using, pc usb lead and phone + KDZ updater software, i really wanted a flash of 2.3.4 to use KDZ but none around. i dont think all phones can be updated because of the phone shop who sold you the phone like carphone warehouse they have locked codes built in that you cant get rid of? i can only put v20e or v20b on my lgp500 none of the others work dont know why.
Hi there I cannot get past the colourful screen I have reapplied the update a few times please tell me what I can do
Ok I fixed it wiped data option reapplied update and its working like a bomb thanks
on which build it is?
ok now my gsm not working cannot get my sim to work no network or signal
This is the correct way to install a Rom to make it work, first you have to have v20? Installed and phone rooted make back up, i used Rom Manager get it from market really easy to use. When you have done all this follow these instructions exactly.
Reboot Into Recovery and wipe Cache
Then Wipe/Data/factory Reset
And finally go to mounts and Storage-> Format System
Now come back and Say Install Zip from SDCARD
Choose the Zip
IT will do the update and say Process Complete
Then go back to Reboot Your Phone
this is the correct way to get zipped versions of 2.3.4 or 2.3.7 working
hi people.. my lg optimus 1 p500 has gingerbread 2.3 v20b…is there any way i can get the latest version or a later one??????
I have tried all the procedures and it successfully installed gingerbread 2.3.4 but i don’t get any signal and it keeps on showing no service on my LG-P500 phone…
let me know what to do to get back the signal…
Thanks,
Alex
I tried really hard to get my O.S upgraded to 2.3.3 to 2.3.4 but every time i click “BACKUP CURRENT ROM” option , a msg saying (you must root your phone for manager to function. Superuser was not found at “/system/bin/su” or “/system/xbin/su} is displayed ……. N if i do proceed further it say’s Install d recovery trugh ROM manager first ……. N asks for wi-fi connetivity.
Plzzzzzzzzzzz Help me out of this coz i have already wasted 3 hours but yet not able to resolve this prob :’(
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do you have a available update which is O.S upgraded to 2.3.3.when the new firmware O.S 2.3.4 will be release at the philippines?
please tell me if the same process will do..tnx
hai my name nikhil am using lg phone lg p500 optimus i want to update my phone software i connected the phone to lap pc suite i click the update button first they can showing new updation is available but after showning u are using newer version pls help me
Hi, I tried to updating to Gingerbread 2.3.4 but there appears the message saying that I already have the latest version (in portuguese). Can you help me?
Thanks
how do i downgrade to froyo again?
i am using lg optimus one
MY LG P500 CUT OF WHEN I USE WI FI OR NET ON MY PHONE AND WHEN I TRY TO TURN BACK ON LOTS OF NUMBERS APPEIR AND GOES OF AGAIN I HAVE TO TRY THIS FOR ABOUT A HOUR B4 THE PHONE WILL GO BACK ON WILL THIS UPTADE STP THIS PROBLEM
my phone cuts of when i use internet on it then it take about a hour to get it back on inbetween that time every time i turn it on lots of numbers and stuff pop up then it turns of again can u help plz
Getting various error messages when it reboots in recovery mode. Latest is SD card marker not found. The try again from the recovery mode – can’t open the file (bad). Have downloaded various versions of LGOptimusONE_P500_2.3.4.zip. Once it didn’t give the bad message, but aborted on something else. Also instructions here are not clear – the terminal with adb shell?