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Steps To Unlock Bootloader
First, enable the Developer option in your setting Go to Settings>About Phone> tap in Built Number multiple times un till the toast You are a developer now appears.
Now Go to Developer option it will appear in Settings and find and enable OEM Unlock by sliding the button. A warning will appear just Confirm that.
Turn Off Your smartphone.
Press Volume Button and Power button simultaneously and hold it for few seconds. This will boot your device into fast boot mode.
Now Open the ADB Tool Folder and Go to SDK> Platform Tools and right click pressing the Shift Key on your Keyboard and select Open Command here.
Connect your device via USB cable ( good quality cable suggested for uninterrupted use).
Type the command adb device you will see a serial number in the comment prompt screen if not then you missed some step.
Now go to website Click here. Read the information given if you wish and click on Next button to proceed next step.
The Page will ask you to sign incomplete the process by signing with you Motorolla account or Google Account.
Now go the Command Prompt and type fastboot oem get_unlock_data.
Now a new serial code will appear in your command prompt screen you have to copy the entire code.
Now open this link and copy the code in the tool. then select the entire code and paste that code in point 6 on Moto require Unlock Tool Website.
Now Click on the I Agree Button a Get Unlock Code will appear on the screen.
Click on the Button.
An Unlock Code will appear.
Now again go to the Command Prompt screen and type fast oem unlock ************. “*****” will replace your unique key.
A warning screen will appear in command just retype the same command and hit enter.
Done!!!
If you have a device with Amazon offers your bootloader will not be unlockable.
MacFett said:
If you have a device with Amazon offers your bootloader will not be unlockable.
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Is there a way around this? Can you pay amazon to get the unlock?
t0astm0nkey said:
Is there a way around this? Can you pay amazon to get the unlock?
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You pay them an extra $60 at purchase . Buying it locked from what I'm understanding, means that by any official means, it's stuck that way. It would have to be unlocked by one of the awesome xda devs finding a way to do it unofficially.
Your better off buying the unlocked model if you want root and roms
Does this work for all variants of the G5 Plus? Such as the model XT1687 for the U.S.A.?
What are the consequences?
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sh4d1t0 said:
What are the consequences?
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Warranty is void! And it cannot be restored even if you relock the bootloader.
sharan.nyn said:
Warranty is void! And it cannot be restored even if you relock the bootloader.
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But we cannot lost some functions?
Because I had Xperia z2 and some functions are lost
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sh4d1t0 said:
But we cannot lost some functions?
Because I had Xperia z2 and some functions are lost
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No, other than the phone being wiped once. There won't be any functions that are lost!
mchype said:
Does this work for all variants of the G5 Plus? Such as the model XT1687 for the U.S.A.?
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I would also like to know this. Mine should be here by the 18th.
mchype said:
Does this work for all variants of the G5 Plus? Such as the model XT1687 for the U.S.A.?
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Vlorex said:
I would also like to know this. Mine should be here by the 18th.
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I can confirm that it definitely worked on my XT1687 (60GB/4GB) $299 US model (not the Amazon no-ads model). This is Motorola's basic unlocking procedure and the same one that I used to unlock my Moto X Pure (2015) successfully too.
The video in this post of the 'How to Root Moto G5 Plus' thread clearly shows every step of this unlocking procedure, but then if you go on to root I'd suggest instead using the latest 'SuperSu rooting method' in that same thread, rather than the Magisk method in the video which was before someone had figured out SuperSU.
There's also this video on removing the Unlocked bootloader warning you'll get on every boot after unlocking.
Dahenjo said:
I can confirm that it definitely worked on my XT1687 (60GB/4GB) $299 US model (not the Amazon no-ads model). This is Motorola's basic unlocking procedure and the same one that I used to unlock my Moto X Pure (2015) successfully too.
The video in this post of the 'How to Root Moto G5 Plus' thread clearly shows every step of this unlocking procedure, but then if you go on to root I'd suggest instead using the latest 'SuperSu rooting method' in that same thread, rather than the Magisk method in the video which was before someone had figured out SuperSU.
There's also this video on removing the Unlocked bootloader warning you'll get on every boot after unlocking.
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This is good to hear, thank you for the confirmation. Much appreciated.
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If you have a device with Amazon offers your bootloader will not be unlockable.
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For how long & If I paid to remove the Amazon offers would they then let me unlock the bootloader? I don't mind the ads just want root so I can use Titanium to backup my entire device and flash custom ROM.
Just wondering...
swub1 said:
For how long & If I paid to remove the Amazon offers would they then let me unlock the bootloader? I don't mind the ads just want root so I can use Titanium to backup my entire device and flash custom ROM.
Just wondering...
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I couldn't say. As soon as I got the notice that my device could not have the bootloader unlocked I returned it. I didn't care about the ads either, I too just wanted root.
swub1 said:
For how long & If I paid to remove the Amazon offers would they then let me unlock the bootloader? I don't mind the ads just want root so I can use Titanium to backup my entire device and flash custom ROM.
Just wondering...
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You had to pay the full price for the retail phone... Getting and Amazon prime phone is pretty well know that they're not unlockable
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swub1 said:
For how long & If I paid to remove the Amazon offers would they then let me unlock the bootloader? I don't mind the ads just want root so I can use Titanium to backup my entire device and flash custom ROM.
Just wondering...
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Never. Even paying to remove ads will not allow you to unlock the bootloader. The unlocking is done through Lenovo, and Amazon is not going to tell Lenovo to add your phone to some special list that can now be unlocked. It's just money in Amazon's pocket. So no way around it, you are permenantly locked. You should have returned it for the no-ads version instead of wasting money paying to remove the ads and still having an unrootable phone.
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Apparently some clarification is needed:
The "Discussion" portion of the title of this section does NOT include childish insults, grammar policing, or arguing.
What is DOES include is discussion directly related to Unlock Bootloader on Lenovo Motorola Moto G5 Plus (check the thread title if you need a reminder).
Let's remember to stay on topic and follow rules when posting.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
i would just like to be able to turn the ads off, there has to be some sort of way to do so for educational purposes of course.. it has been done on other amazon models with ads, so it can be done on the new moto g5 plus someone just needs to figure out a simple way to do so. I dont want to root or unload anything just stop the service displaying the ads.
I successfully unlocked my USA XT1687 64GB/4GB RAM Moto G5 Plus
I had to install the USB drivers from the Motorola website
As I knew beforehand, I had to restore my applications and data. I had not made a backup because apparently Android still does not come with a built-in method of doing a full phone backup? I do not understand why we need to use a 3rd party application to take such backups - it makes no sense whatsoever that android has been out for YEARS and still does not include such a basic and fundamental feature?!?
It makes me quite angry that the warranty is voided - instead it should simply say that "software support will no longer be provided". It's ridiculous in the first place that cell phone companies are not required by law to provide customers easy access to root!!!
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MacFett said:
I couldn't say. As soon as I got the notice that my device could not have the bootloader unlocked I returned it. I didn't care about the ads either, I too just wanted root.
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It should be illegal for companies to even attempt to deny/prevent/make it difficult for customers to have root access - this is a very egregious and unacceptable situation IMO (that we tolerate companies getting away with trying to stop users from having root). It makes me SO angry to read messages on support websites like Lenovo saying "it's against the rules" to talk about root access etc!!!
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Quick tutorial for unlocking & relocking the bootloader of the Xperia Z1
this is the official way to unlock bootloader
the bootloader-camera bug has been fixed in the 4.3 update!
DooMLoRD said:
Sony confirms bootloader unlock issue on Z1:
Warning! At the moment, unlocking the Xperia™ Z1 boot loader will stop the camera functionality.
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/supported-devices
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WARNING!
MAKE TA BACKUP BEFORE UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER!
After unlocking bootloader the camera can not be used on stock ROM!
Relocking bootloader will NOT help!
Just restore TA, and the camera will work again!
if you want to backup the TA or keep ur DRM keys,first root the device and then check this out
Warning!
This procedure will wipe the /data partition of your phone, so you will loose all ur stored data, settings. SDCARD will BE WIPED!!!
For Xperia™ devices released 2013 or later (for example Xperia™ Z and Xperia™ ZL), the SD card of your device will be formatted and you will lose all content (for example photos, music, videos) when you unlock the boot loader.
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DRM keys WILL be lost forever
schaggo said:
I'd add what losing DRM keys means, e.g. no more Music ID/Gracenote within the Walkman app plus probably most importantly, as asked all the time and all over the place in the T/mint forums: loss of Bravia Engine.
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older Xperia devices sometimes got issues after unlock of bootloader (BRICK after FOTA update) - you have been warned
why to unlock bootloader?
u can flash custom ROMs/Kernels
u dont need to worry if the new firmware can be rooted or not as with unlocked bootloader u can always ROOT ur device
Sony gives sneak-peaks/preview builds of latest OS which requires unlocked bootloaders, as they did with Xperia 2011/2012 line, so who knows may be Sony may give early builds of next android OS
Most of this is taken from lollylost100's his tutorial from ARC thread (all credits for that concise tutorial go to him, i have elaborated on a few things and added device specific changes)
btw i dont have this device, most of this testing was done remotely on a users phone... so thanks a lot to him for helping out!!!
[ before we begin unlocking bootloader ]
get the IMEI code for ur device: type *#06# in phone dialer to find it out, note only the digits (no dashes)
download the fastboot package
IMPORTANT: if you are using Windows 8 you will need to enable few things to allow driver installation
download the latest FlashTool Xperia Driver Pack and install fastboot drivers (common) & adb drivers for this device from the list!
make sure u have a windows PC with USB cable to connect the phone
power down ur phone and keeping the Volume Up button pressed connect the USB cable to PC this will trigger FASTBOOT mode and windows will start driver installation, which should be automatically done
once drivers are installed just disconnect cable and power on device
[ how to unlock ] (official way)
Go to: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ and read everything!
At the bottom click 'Start Unlocking the Bootloader'
First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
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after u have verified that u can unlock bootloader, scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Continue"
you will get numerous prompts, read all info and if u agree click on "Accept"/"OK"/"Proceed"
finally u will get a "Create Unlock request" page, enter your IMEI (sometimes the last digit needs to be removed for this to work), name and email address
You should now receive your unique unlock key via EMAIL, SAVE THIS KEY SAFELY
Extract fastboot_with_Android_USB_file.rar and open fastboot folder
Hold SHIFT and right click on the background of the folder
Select 'Open command window here'
Connect your phone in fastboot mode (turn phone off, hold Volume UP button and plug in USB Cable) [make sure drivers are installed as explained above)
In the cmd windows type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version
If a value is returned (it will return 0.5), it means the phone is correctly connected
Type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY and replace KEY with the key which u received earlier.
You're device should now be bootloader unlocked
If this tutorial is too much for you then itskapil wrote a step-by-step guide (and recorded a video also):
-Instructions: http://www.theandroidsoul.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-xperia-arc-play-neo-pro/
-Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRH3pC7MhEA
(the above videos and some steps are for Xperia 2011 devices, but most the steps are same for Xperia Z)
Relock procedure is posted here
regards,
DooMLoRD
Relocking bootloader
With the latest release of Flashtool it is now possible to relock bootloader.
Download the latest flashtool from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Important
DO NOT USE ANY FTF TO RELOCK BOOTLOADER! THOSE OLD FTFs DO NOT WORK FOR THE 2013 DEVICES!!!
before u relock bootloader u have to be on pure stock kernel (flash only the kernel.sin using flashtool), else the device WILL NOT BOOT after relock
Steps:
now start Flashtool and click on BLU button
u will be asked to connect device in flashmode
once u connect the device u will get a prompt to "Relock"
click on it and when prompted disconnect the device
Want to UNLOCK again after relocking? read this!
new driver package uploaded!
Supports Xperia Z1 Compact, Z Ultra (including WiFi only) & Z1 !
NEW:
Flashtool Driver pack v1.2 - 20140204
OLD:
Flashtool Driver pack v1.1 - 20130911
Can anyone confirm that unlocking bootloader on Z1 will wipe it's DRM keys. If so, will backing up TA partition as of Z and Z ultra will prevent this? I do not have the device yet.
kristiancarl said:
Can anyone confirm that unlocking bootloader on Z1 will wipe it's DRM keys. If so, will backing up TA partition as of Z and Z ultra will prevent this? I do not have the device yet.
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yes will be same as Z, Z Ultra
After unlocking the camera can not be used，Back lock is useless，ust restore TA, the camera can work
Hope Sony fix this bug in next firmware soon
lzyllp said:
Hope Sony fix this bug in next firmware soon
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hi mate glad to see u after a long time
do u have the Z1?
have u unlocked device?
are you willing to test custom kernel?
if answer to all the above is yes then send me a p.m.
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hi mate glad to see u after a long time
do u have the Z1?
have u unlocked device?
are you willing to test custom kernel?
if answer to all the above is yes then send me a p.m.
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My Z1 coming soon,maybe this night or tomorrow.
custom kernel？after restore TA the phone maybe lock again.How to flash it？
lzyllp said:
Hope Sony fix this bug in next firmware soon
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I don't think this is a bug, I think they are trying to prevent the customers unlocking their bootloaders.
chesterr said:
I don't think this is a bug, I think they are trying to prevent the customers unlocking their bootloaders.
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Just a warning to everyone unlocking the device. Unlocking breaks the camera.
http://www.xperiablog.net/2013/09/14/unlocking-xperia-z1-bootloader-breaks-camera-functionality/ Credit: DoomLord.
chesterr said:
I don't think this is a bug, I think they are trying to prevent the customers unlocking their bootloaders.
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I think bionz image processor is software emulation of the processor. have to check the device for confirmation. so sony is protecting their algorithm .. just like X-reality/ bravia engine. the bravia engine that we get for unlocked devices are not exact replica of the original one.
and so it begins!
initial test of DooMKernel on Xperia Z1
thanks to testers!
waiting for the Z1 to release here in India
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and so it begins!
initial test of DooMKernel on Xperia Z1
thanks to testers!
waiting for the Z1 to release here in India
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Very nice！
DooMLoRD said:
and so it begins!
initial test of DooMKernel on Xperia Z1
thanks to testers!
waiting for the Z1 to release here in India
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Need anybody else to test?
Mi|enko said:
Need anybody else to test?
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sure... once i add more features i will ask for more testers... send me a p.m. with your gtalk/gmail ID so we can chat faster
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sure... once i add more features i will ask for more testers... send me a p.m. with your gtalk/gmail ID so we can chat faster
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:good::good::good:
@ doomlord: Do you know any way to enable multiple user in framework... or is there any app for sony to do that
jos_031 said:
@ doomlord: Do you know any way to enable multiple user in framework... or is there any app for sony to do that
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i havent seen any such MOD/app in Xperia Z forums...
So if I understood fine, restoring backed up TA backup will give you back all the DRM keys wiped during unlocking bootloader, so Bravia Engine and Music ID will work with unlocked bootloader?
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I have given a firetv to my parents, however I feel the rooted version has few things that makes it more valuable. The version of firetv I gave to my parents got updated and lost its root. I've been contemplating if I should buy a new one on amazon and hopefully root it and sell the non rooted on ebay?
Any view points? Do you think there will be a root for the firetv coming out for the new versions soon?
No one knows when a new root exploit will be available. There is no guarantee you will even get a rootable one. If the pros outweigh the cons of a rooted unit then try to get one. Your best bet for a rootable unit is a staples store.
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No one knows when a new root exploit will be available. There is no guarantee you will even get a rootable one. If the pros outweigh the cons of a rooted unit then try to get one. Your best bet for a rootable unit is a staples store.
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When buying from Amazon on the west coast I have yet to see a non rootable version. I've done many for friends. I've purchased one more today for 69. Lets see what I get. fingers crossed.
navigates said:
When buying from Amazon on the west coast I have yet to see a non rootable version. I've done many for friends. I've purchased one more today for 69. Lets see what I get. fingers crossed.
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I purchased one today for 69 too...hope it's rootable...
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desztan said:
I purchased one today for 69 too...hope it's rootable...
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Where are you located. I hope I don't wanna jinx myself by being so confident that I'll get the rooted version.
I did root a friends firetv this past week but the hardware was defective. It had some remote control issues and wouldn't work, so he returned it.
navigates said:
Where are you located. I hope I don't wanna jinx myself by being so confident that I'll get the rooted version.
I did root a friends firetv this past week but the hardware was defective. It had some remote control issues and wouldn't work, so he returned it.
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I'm in Illinois. It's my first time getting a Fire TV.
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desztan said:
I'm in Illinois. It's my first time getting a Fire TV.
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well good luck I'll update this thread and if I get the rooted version and if you don't. let me know and I'll help out if you like and if root's that important to you. I am semi confident I'll get the right version. The trend for not getting rooted versions is mainly the east coast. In LA, they send it from the Las Vegas location which may have the old stock lying around
navigates said:
well good luck I'll update this thread and if I get the rooted version and if you don't. let me know and I'll help out if you like and if root's that important to you. I am semi confident I'll get the right version. The trend for not getting rooted versions is mainly the east coast. In LA, they send it from the Las Vegas location which may have the old stock lying around
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Great! I'll update you...As I'm a first time user, may I know what to look for if it's rootable?
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desztan said:
Great! I'll update you...As I'm a first time user, may I know what to look for if it's rootable?
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In my opinion, do this.
When you start the firetv, connect it to wifi and after the intro video, if you see the menu items all fitting in one screen then you have the early version of the firmware which is very good.
Install towelrool and root it. (don't let you firetv idle as it will update) I haven't seen the need to block updates as I can always block the updates before its too late.
After Rooting it, disable amazon update. (note do this quick) before the firetv automatically updates.
Then update to the last rooted firmware using the guide. Not the one which requires unlock
Then unlock the firetv and go to the latest.
Ensure you su/block updates with each and every new firmware.
If you like I can give you all the files readmade. They will be large but Its clearly put in every directory. I also have the downgrade files if you like.
I bought one off eBay a few weeks ago that was rootable. What I have noticed is that the boxes differ on the front with the different addons that you use. The older box had the hulu printed on the front which indicated to me it's still on the old firmware. I was right it was still on the second firmware which was very old.
So as a tip, look at the boxes before buying. Maybe someone can confirm if I'm right or wrong
navigates said:
In my opinion, do this.
When you start the firetv, connect it to wifi and after the intro video, if you see the menu items all fitting in one screen then you have the early version of the firmware which is very good.
Install towelrool and root it. (don't let you firetv idle as it will update) I haven't seen the need to block updates as I can always block the updates before its too late.
After Rooting it, disable amazon update. (note do this quick) before the firetv automatically updates.
Then update to the last rooted firmware using the guide. Not the one which requires unlock
Then unlock the firetv and go to the latest.
Ensure you su/block updates with each and every new firmware.
If you like I can give you all the files readmade. They will be large but Its clearly put in every directory. I also have the downgrade files if you like.
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I got this from my AFTV, is it rootable?
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Any view points?
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I've had a refurb now for just a few days. I can honestly say this is the first Android-ish device I own that doesn't overwhelmingly compel me to root and ROM it. The streaming performance is just stellar. And it is the best of the two devices it replaces (Roku 3 and Neo X5) and more. Aside from OTA (which is rare), it streams everything I've asked of it (so for) with aplomb. FiredTV Launcher give me a streamlined, uncluttered home page, and I can switch to the stock Amazon home page with just one click.
My viewpoint? No need. Don't bother. It's not perfect. But rooting it won't change that.
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I got this from my AFTV, is it rootable?
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Yeah it is. You need to downgrade first. Remember be careful. Hopefully you have disconnected your firetv after sending the screenshot. Do the downgrade to the first version. use towelroot and block updates. aftv guides can walk you through. If you are in LA, PM me and I'll help you out if you need. but you should be able to do it.
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I got this from my AFTV, is it rootable?
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http://www.aftvnews.com/start/
wellersl said:
I've had a refurb now for just a few days. I can honestly say this is the first Android-ish device I own that doesn't overwhelmingly compel me to root and ROM it. The streaming performance is just stellar. And it is the best of the two devices it replaces (Roku 3 and Neo X5) and more. Aside from OTA (which is rare), it streams everything I've asked of it (so for) with aplomb. FiredTV Launcher give me a streamlined, uncluttered home page, and I can switch to the stock Amazon home page with just one click.
My viewpoint? No need. Don't bother. It's not perfect. But rooting it won't change that.
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i felt that way but i rooted it anyways just in case there is something i want to do down the line that needs root. one of the nice things with root is being able to clean up the menu and hide stuff you dont use. root also makes firedtv work better
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Yeah it is. You need to downgrade first. Remember be careful. Hopefully you have disconnected your firetv after sending the screenshot. Do the downgrade to the first version. use towelroot and block updates. aftv guides can walk you through. If you are in LA, PM me and I'll help you out if you need. but you should be able to do it.
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oh...still need to downgrade the firmware? Can I get use towel root to root the current firmware?
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desztan said:
oh...still need to downgrade the firmware? Can I get use towel root to root the current firmware?
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TowelRoot will not work with that version. You need to downgrade first. use tr and then block updates and start from there. Depending on the version you have received, you may have to use the /sdcard folder vs the /cache. just follow the guides.
navigates said:
TowelRoot will not work with that version. You need to downgrade first. use tr and then block updates and start from there. Depending on the version you have received, you may have to use the /sdcard folder vs the /cache. just follow the guides.
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You need to have root in order to downgrade so that really doesn't make any sense. In order to use the unlock you need to be on 51.1.0.2 so you would need to downgrade for that...
{ParanoiA} said:
You need to have root in order to downgrade so that really doesn't make any sense. In order to use the unlock you need to be on 51.1.0.2 so you would need to downgrade for that...
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My bad. bummer. Yes you need towelroot to root first and then to downgrade. ParanoiA is right.
{ParanoiA} said:
You need to have root in order to downgrade so that really doesn't make any sense. In order to use the unlock you need to be on 51.1.0.2 so you would need to downgrade for that...
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Ok. I need to use tr to root my existing firmware and then download 51.1.0.2? Do I need to place any sw after I root in order to use 51.1.0.2?
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If you have it connected to internet it most definitely downloaded an update so u need to get rid of it. DO NOT reboot if it is still connected. Download and sideload a newer version of towelroot. Run it. Download and sideload supersu. Run it and select normal method when asked. Adb shell into the fire tv from your pc. Type su then press enter. Grant access on fire tv. Type pm disable com.Amazon.dcp then press enter. Type rm /cache/*.bin
Now it's safe to reboot and it's safe from updates. Follow the guides to downgrade and unlock and whatever else u wanna do.
This is for advanced user only.
Root not included but Google services yes. This is a stock ROM, with 50 langages included.
If you don't know what are adb command, root, TWRP, don't follow this guide.
Don't blame me if you brick your phone, kill your cat or burn your house.
For UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ONLY
To install the rom, extact the system.img and boot.img from the rar/zip in the same folder than adb.exe and fastboot.exe.
Then, reboot your phone in fastboot mode with volume down+power.
Plug in to your PC, open and cmd prompt (maintain left shift on the keyboard, right click in the adb/img folder with the mouse and select open cmd prompt here) and write :
fastboot flash system system.img
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Wait 15min.....then:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
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Flash TWRP with fastboot....
(fastboot flash recovery recoveryfilename.img)
Make a data/cache wipe in TWRP recovery
When it's done, press power for ~10sec to reboot your phone.
Wait.....(15-30min)
Set up the phone in English, and don't set your Google account immediately.
Once the setup wizard is done,
Do whatever you want.
You can also try to flash the ROM with MiFlash. I didn't tried but it should work, and will be more easier for new users.
If you wanna install root :
Flash SuperSU (last version) in TWRP.
If you can't access your sdcard, wipe the internal storage (sdcard), reboot to TWRP and wipe it again. Then, reboot... Wait... Setup your phone again. Reboot to TWRP and flash SuperSU.
Your phone got now decrypted data partition to allow TWRP flashing files.
TWRP link :
drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B1JX0MSsEt63d0dZeDBCWkF0Q28&usp=sharing
ROM Link :
dropbox.com/s/mqtb82dwq9n0a2i/xiaomi_mi5_multilanguage_rom_xiaomiphone_com.rar
How to unlock the bootloader tutorial :
forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/how-to/unlocking-xiaomi-mi-5-bootloader-t3336243
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Just a heads up if this ROM pack has Mi App Store in it it can't be posted on the site/in the forums.
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No Mi app store in this rom, however, there's some nasty bloatware on it. I don't know which one, but after using it for some time, when the screen idle for a long time (I updated a game data), there's this huge fullscreen popup with ads on it.
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vegasphinx said:
No Mi app store in this rom, however, there's some nasty bloatware on it. I don't know which one, but after using it for some time, when the screen idle for a long time (I updated a game data), there's this huge fullscreen popup with ads on it.
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Most of the bloatware on these ROMs can be removed. Were you able to uninstall them?
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There is nothing more than a official dev ROM.
I don't have any pop-up after a long idle time.
Not sure it came from system app, check your installed app please.
If you suspect something running in the background, just delete it from system/app manually or with titanium backup.
unfortunately, I haven't unlocked my bootloader so I don't have root. The rom already loaded on my phone when I bought it. Don't know if the bloatware are from the rom or someone else installed it into phone.
:-/, good luck guy. Since I don't have this problem with this ROM, I suppose someone added a bloatware on your phone before selling it.
You can install the dev ROM by the official way, your phone will be in English but you will got a clean install with root.
This is NO official Xiaomi ROM, it is a Custom-ROM.
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:-/, good luck guy. Since I don't have this problem with this ROM, I suppose someone added a bloatware on your phone before selling it.
You can install the dev ROM by the official way, your phone will be in English but you will got a clean install with root.
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People should stop advising this as it's not true. You need an unlocked bootloader or already obtained permission in order to get root.
If you haven't yet, you get a message in the root section of the security app telling you you need to unlock the bootloader.
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If it comes with bloatware and needs TWRP then this looks like a scam to me. And not like an official firmware
Specially, the link to the dropbox is fishy! If the "official-global firmware" exists it's on the bigota sever of Xiaomi and all you need is the direct link, it's well hidden, but possible to find with a direct link.
dragon-tmd said:
This is NO official Xiaomi ROM, it is a Custom-ROM.
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This is a leak of the ROM who was used for the MWC 2016.
Remember photos and videos of the event, the mi5 was multilingual. This is why the ROM is old and can't be found on miui.com...v 7.2.4.0
TheUltrametricSpace said:
If it comes with bloatware and needs TWRP then this looks like a scam to me. And not like an official firmware
Specially, the link to the dropbox is fishy! If the "official-global firmware" exists it's on the bigota sever of Xiaomi and all you need is the direct link, it's well hidden, but possible to find with a direct link.
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No bloatware at all on the ROM. Try and you will see. This guy have the ROM preinstalled by the seller, who probably putted some crap inside.
By the way, read the tutorial again. I said you can flash it with MiFlash too like any official ROM.
Stop being parano guys....
nesquix said:
This is a leak of the ROM who was used for the MWC 2016.
Remember photos and videos of the event, the mi5 was multilingual. This is why the ROM is old and can't be found on miui.com...v 7.2.4.0
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As said before! If it is leaked it's on bigota and accessible by the filename.
Until you can provide the link to the official XIaomi server, at least I won't risk it.
A custom ROM from an unknown source without any background information, and very little benefit isn't worth it.
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nesquix said:
No bloatware at all on the ROM. Try and you will see. This guy have the ROM preinstalled by the seller, who probably putted some crap inside.
By the way, read the tutorial again. I said you can flash it with MiFlash too like any official ROM.
Stop being parano guys....
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It's not about being paranoid!
This could also be a custom ROM from one of the Chinese scam resellers or worse.
And it's simple if it's official, it's on bigota.d.miui.com
TheUltrametricSpace said:
As said before! If it is leaked it's on bigota and accessible by the filename.
Until you can provide the link to the official XIaomi server, at least I won't risk it.
A custom ROM from an unknown source without any background information, and very little benefit isn't worth it.
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It's not about being paranoid!
This could also be a custom ROM from one of the Chinese scam resellers or worse.
And it's simple if it's official, it's on bigota.d.miui.com
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I like your positive attitude
I just want to help people who have difficulty with English. For me this is OK, I'm on the last dev ROM.
nesquix said:
I like your positive attitude
I just want to help people who have difficulty with English. For me this is OK, I'm on the last dev ROM.
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The only problem I see with your topic is the official part.
You can only assume it is official, but you have no proof, no official link to the location of the file on bigota. So you do not know if it's official, knowledge you could prove. Where "I believe in bla..." doesn't require a proof.
Ok i will change the topic name.
So.
I was rdy to give it a try.
It's a little de-bloated not much, but it helps to delete not 2000 Chinese Apps ( i am German)
The Version on this Shows me 7.2.4.0.0, why?
Maybe that we don't get any ota notifications or something like that?
So far it's the smoothest Rom, compared to latest Dev ( Lags for me whyever) , also to 7.2.8.
Gplay Apps are running much smoother then a manual install, don't find any background Apps which calling home or smth.
Also the battery life is for me on that awesome.
Dev -> Max 6 1/2 h SOT
7.2.8 -> Max 6 h SOT
This beauty -> 7 3/4 h SOT
Thanks for this work.
Hello ,
If I don't install TWRP, don't need to unlock bootloader .. No ?
Nas42O said:
Hello ,
If I don't install TWRP, don't need to unlock bootloader .. No ?
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If you don't unlock the bootloader! How do you want to flash? (You should not!)
So, I'm on XDA what did you expect , I unlocked my bootloader and Android pay 'can't verify the software on my device'...
So I can't add my card.
No biggy, but has anyone else experienced the same?
Or am I just super unlucky? ????
nexusmaniac said:
So, I'm on XDA what did you expect , I unlocked my bootloader and Android pay 'can't verify the software on my device'...
So I can't add my card.
No biggy, but has anyone else experienced the same?
Or am I just super unlucky? ????
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Yes, same with the 6P. Bootloader unlock breaks Android Pay.
B3501 said:
Yes, same with the 6P. Bootloader unlock breaks Android Pay.
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Nah, my 6P is fine with an unlocked bootloader and a custom kernel and Android pay still works on that
nexusmaniac said:
Nah, my 6P is fine with an unlocked bootloader and a custom kernel and Android pay still works on that
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On 7.1.1?!?!
Everyone else is reporting (including me) It doesn't.
B3501 said:
On 7.1.1?!?!
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Ahhh... Nope, only on 7.0 - sorry I didn't realise you meant 7.1 haha
nexusmaniac said:
Nah, my 6P is fine with an unlocked bootloader and a custom kernel and Android pay still works on that
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Are you using latest update of the app ,it got updated a few days ago and that definitely broke it I have a unlocked BL but have never rooted and get this
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It's nothing to do with 7.0 or 7.1 it's the update to the app that's done it,15/10/16 working fine in 7.0 unlocked BL no root,app updated on 18/10/16 no longer works in 7.0,or 7.1
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combat goofwing said:
Are you using latest update if the app ,it got updated a few days ago and that definitely broke it I have a unlocked BL but have never rooted and get this
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It's nothing to do with 7.0 or 7.1 it's the update to the app that's done it,15/19/16 working fine in 7.0 unlocked BL no root,app updated on 18/10/16 no longer works in 7.0,or 7.1
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It must be based on Android version. My 6P has the same version of Pay as my XL but v the 6P still works and I can add cards to it.
It's a mixture of Bootloader and 7.1
Which sucks...
nexusmaniac said:
It must be based on Android version. My 6P has the same version of Pay as my XL but v the 6P still works and I can add cards to it.
It's a mixture of Bootloader and 7.1
Which sucks...
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My 6P is unlocked but no root. Doesn't work. They definitely changed SafetyNet policies. It's not Android 7.1 the issue.
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sherlock5545 said:
My 6P is unlocked but no root. Doesn't work. They definitely changed SafetyNet policies. It's not Android 7.1 the issue.
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Weird that it's not working for you but is for me on the 6P
Some sort of staged roll out perhaps?
nexusmaniac said:
Weird that it's not working for you but is for me on the 6P
Some sort of staged roll out perhaps?
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It's probably a change that's still not rolled out to everyone. Unfortunately even my bank app relies on SafetyNET and disables some features. I guess no more custom kernels for me on the Pixel
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sherlock5545 said:
It's probably a change that's still not rolled out to everyone. Unfortunately even my bank app relies on SafetyNET and disables some features. I guess no more custom kernels for me on the Pixel
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Yeah same here... I can't miss out on custom kernels though haha! ???? I'll just have to go back to the old fashioned way of contactless cards lol
nexusmaniac said:
Yeah same here... I can't miss out on custom kernels though haha! ???? I'll just have to go back to the old fashioned way of contactless cards lol
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Does re-locking the bootloader get it working agian?
Relocking the bootloader will solve the AP issue.
chazall1 said:
Relocking the bootloader will solve the AP issue.
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But, as I'm sure you know, if you have any custom software on your phone, I would not relock the bootloader until it is all back to stock.
chazall1 said:
Relocking the bootloader will solve the AP issue.
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dbroer91884 said:
But, as I'm sure you know, if you have any custom software on your phone, I would not relock the bootloader until it is all back to stock.
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Truthfully, I think I'll just wait for everyone else on the internet to complain, have Google revert the change and then carry on as normal haha
I'm sure there's some security risk involved. But that's for me to deal with, I can't blame Google because I unlocked my bootloader, that's just wrong.
nexusmaniac said:
Truthfully, I think I'll just wait for everyone else on the internet to complain, have Google revert the change and then carry on as normal haha
I'm sure there's some security risk involved. But that's for me to deal with, I can't blame Google because I unlocked my bootloader, that's just wrong.
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It's more of a bank requirement than a Google requirement. I don't see that one getting rolled back. If they want more banks on board they need to comply to their security measures and show that the device data can't be compromised. The dev community, while vocal, is small. They want the system available to the masses.
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arcanexvi said:
It's more of a bank requirement than a Google requirement. I don't see that one getting rolled back. If they want more banks on board they need to comply to their security measures and show that the device data can't be compromised. The dev community, while vocal, is small. They want the system available to the masses.
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It's funny that you mention that???? because my android pay (version 1.8) is now WORKING with my unlocked bootloader on the Pixel XL.
However, the rest of the internet is having very mixed results. Many not working, only a handful are. And even then, it seems like it might be a temporary glitch
So I am going to have to lock my bootloader, subsequently wiping my phone to use android pay again? D:
ZEnergy said:
So I am going to have to lock my bootloader, subsequently wiping my phone to use android pay again? D:
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I don't think locking your boot loader wipes your phone. Only unlocking.
anyone find any fix/round about this problem?
I came across interesting method for flashing combination files to s10 and s10+, which I have tested and it actually worked really good.
This works only for devices that are Exynos based...
I am still working on putting things together to create DIY guid, because the process is really dangerous, and at one point you will kill your device.
Are you guys interested in this topic or it is just a waste of time?
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I came across interesting method for flashing combination files to s10 and s10+, which I have tested and it actually worked really good.
This works only for devices that are Exynos based...
I am still working on putting things together to create DIY guid, because the process is really dangerous, and at one point you will kill your device.
Are you guys interested in this topic or it is just a waste of time?
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how?
of course its useful if it actually works
pm sent
Yes
How did you do it or how is it done?
Pisonja said:
I came across interesting method for flashing combination files to s10 and s10+, which I have tested and it actually worked really good.
This works only for devices that are Exynos based...
I am still working on putting things together to create DIY guid, because the process is really dangerous, and at one point you will kill your device.
Are you guys interested in this topic or it is just a waste of time?
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Please, send me in pm? method for flashing combination files to s10+
elliwigy said:
pm sent
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I do not think I can reply to your message.
I have sent you PM, but not seeing it in outbox folder. :/
Add me to telegram: Jvlahovi2
Very interesting. Does it work??
This could bring root possibilities to s10 line without impacting knox?
pls share the guide when you ready
Pisonja said:
I came across interesting method for flashing combination files to s10 and s10+, which I have tested and it actually worked really good.
This works only for devices that are Exynos based...
I am still working on putting things together to create DIY guid, because the process is really dangerous, and at one point you will kill your device.
Are you guys interested in this topic or it is just a waste of time?
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I would be interested too
What do you mean by combination files? Like files from a different phone and put in this phone?
kevinireland11 said:
What do you mean by combination files? Like files from a different phone and put in this phone?
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combination firmware is also known as factory binary firmware.. if u dont know what it is then probably shouldnt worry about it as it wouldnt be much use to you
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Very interesting. Does it work??
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i know its been quite a while but yes, it works. I also have a way on usa snapdragon devices to flash combo on s10 s10+ and note devices..
i also have method/files for various exynos devices from F variants mainly of a10 a50 note 10 etc.
Both methods require special files.. exynos files u can find some places online but need to purchase them.. snap files are not available anywhere online and if u can find a source they also charge a lot for the files.
Seeing as how theres still no methods or services that provide this I was thinking about getting into but still learming how it would work remotely.
Also, both methods are a bit risky but given all the times ive used it I'd say its pretty safe if you know what youre doing.
Because the snap files are propietary and need to be leaked or obtained from samsung servers I am afraid they cannot be posted. Could potentially lead to legal issues or dmca takedown notices for example.
If anyone is interested, shoot a pm or hit me up on tgram.
Keep in mind factory firmware isnt useable as a daily and mainly used for security researchers such as myself or ppl looking to repair, bypass frp, change csc and other stuff or even repair imei etc etc.
Also if anyone is hard bricked I can most likely fix that as well.
I'm definitely interested.
elliwigy said:
i know its been quite a while but yes, it works. I also have a way on usa snapdragon devices to flash combo on s10 s10+ and note devices..
i also have method/files for various exynos devices from F variants mainly of a10 a50 note 10 etc.
Both methods require special files.. exynos files u can find some places online but need to purchase them.. snap files are not available anywhere online and if u can find a source they also charge a lot for the files.
Seeing as how theres still no methods or services that provide this I was thinking about getting into but still learming how it would work remotely.
Also, both methods are a bit risky but given all the times ive used it I'd say its pretty safe if you know what youre doing.
Because the snap files are propietary and need to be leaked or obtained from samsung servers I am afraid they cannot be posted. Could potentially lead to legal issues or dmca takedown notices for example.
If anyone is interested, shoot a pm or hit me up on tgram.
Keep in mind factory firmware isnt useable as a daily and mainly used for security researchers such as myself or ppl looking to repair, bypass frp, change csc and other stuff or even repair imei etc etc.
Also if anyone is hard bricked I can most likely fix that as well.
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Bro can you share the steps please? I do have the files but don't want to take the risk and brick the note 10 plus. Would appreciate it a lot! ?
jamesnewman said:
Bro can you share the steps please? I do have the files but don't want to take the risk and brick the note 10 plus. Would appreciate it a lot! [emoji120]
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you cant with just a combo firmware
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elliwigy said:
you cant with just a combo firmware
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Okay get it ! What more do I need? I have an exynos model?
Should I contact you by pm or whatsapp?
Found a video where they are able to flash a pre-root binary by "bricking" the phone and then are able to install magisk and also unlock oem.
Think that would work the same way to install the combination firmware, right?
jamesnewman said:
Found a video where they are able to flash a pre-root binary by "bricking" the phone and then are able to install magisk and also unlock oem.
Think that would work the same way to install the combination firmware, right?
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link please?
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elliwigy said:
you cant with just a combo firmware
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Sounds like you have an Exynos loader for those models. Cause a hard brick, and load combination using exynos loader and board diag tools
jamesnewman said:
Found a video where they are able to flash a pre-root binary by "bricking" the phone and then are able to install magisk and also unlock oem.
Think that would work the same way to install the combination firmware, right?
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on exynos yes.. not on usa variants. the method you saw im almost certain was exynos
elliwigy said:
on exynos yes.. not on usa variants. the method you saw im almost certain was exynos
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Yes it was a European dude so yes it was exynos and mine is that as well so I'm gonna give it a try later next week.