[VERIZON] Pixel 2XL Bootloader unlock discussion - Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers

I scoured XDA to find the Verizon pixel 2 XL forum and I'm not seeming to find it. So I thought I would make a Verizon bootloader unlock discussion thread. Has anybody heard any news on anyone working on a bootloader unlock for Verizon?
Here is a link to the LG development bootloader unlock supported device page. Let's all keep our eyes peeled on this to see if LG allows a BL unlock for the pixel 2 xl.
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?categoryId=CTULRS0703

I'm just here to say good luck. You're gonna need it. Glad this is the device that is getting me off of big red

bash_array said:
I scoured XDA to find the Verizon pixel 2 XL forum and I'm not seeming to find it. So I thought I would make a Verizon bootloader unlock discussion thread. Has anybody heard any news on anyone working on a bootloader unlock for Verizon?
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What happens when you enable Developer Options?
Is the Unlock button greyed out?

michaelbsheldon said:
What happens when you enable Developer Options?
Is the Unlock button greyed out?
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Doesn't matter. The bootloader is still locked despite that

bash_array said:
I scoured XDA to find the Verizon pixel 2 XL forum and I'm not seeming to find it. So I thought I would make a Verizon bootloader unlock discussion thread. Has anybody heard any news on anyone working on a bootloader unlock for Verizon?
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I've not seen anyone talking about even starting to look for an exploit to unlock the BL.

@TCPDump this person was talking about something a little while back, not sure if any progress was made though.

OriginalAuratic said:
@TCPDump this person was talking about something a little while back, not sure if any progress was made though.
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Not for me, unfortunately life keeps getting in the way! ?

Check the LG developer site. They unlock the bootloader's for LG 6 and numerous other phones. Since the 2 XL is LG. Doesn't hurt to check it out.

I think your best chance would be if jcase and beaups were working on it. Jcase has retired. I'm not saying it won't happen, but I think it very unlikely that we will ever see a VZW Pixel XL 2 with an unlocked bootloader.

lucky_strike33 said:
Check the LG developer site. They unlock the bootloader's for LG 6 and numerous other phones. Since the 2 XL is LG. Doesn't hurt to check it out.
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Great idea. I'll check

Mike02z said:
I think your best chance would be if jcase and beaups were working on it. Jcase has retired. I'm not saying it won't happen, but I think it very unlikely that we will ever see a VZW Pixel XL 2 with an unlocked bootloader.
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Jcase and beaups only work with htc and motorolla phones

lucky_strike33 said:
Jcase and beaups only work with htc and motorolla phones
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Sorry but you're wrong. The original unlock for the Pixel XL was created by jcase and beaups. Remember, the original Pixel's were HTC hardware.

Mike02z said:
Sorry but you're wrong. The original unlock for the Pixel XL was created by jcase and beaups. Remember, the original Pixel's were HTC hardware.
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Yeah maybe for the pixel 2 which is htc but not the pixel 2 xl which as an LG phone....

lucky_strike33 said:
Yeah maybe for the pixel 2 which is htc but not the pixel 2 xl which as an LG phone....
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Good point.

Spoke to Beaups tonight and he and jcase aren't getting the phone and have no plans to unlock the bootloader. Sucks

There's already 2 other threads about this topic...
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If you REALLY want an unlocked BL. Sell your VZW version and buy direct from Google.
Very VERY rarely do VZW BL's get cracked. Exceptions are Jcase usually but that's Moto/HTC.
Sorry to be yet another Debby Downer. But the VZW edition is not what you're looking for. If that's all you could get, then you're SOL and I wouldn't hold my breath. As someone who has been with VZW for almost a decade +. It's once in a blue moon when it does happen.

Can you achieve root without unlocking the BL or is that impossible?

silgelphoto said:
Can you achieve root without unlocking the BL or is that impossible?
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If someone finds an exploit, yeah it's possible. Doubt anyone will be looking for one on the Verizon variant though.

xDMONEYx said:
If someone finds an exploit, yeah it's possible. Doubt anyone will be looking for one on the Verizon variant though.
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::sigh:: I figured... I need to get a new carrier.

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We would like to get the opportunity to unlock bootloader in LG phones

We would like to get the opportunity to unlock bootloader in LG phones
Petition about possibility to unlock bootloader
http://www.change.org/petitions/lg-electronics-seoul-we-would-like-to-get-the-opportunity-to-unlock-bootloader-in-lg-phones
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Please Guys, I have the email for LG Developers that will help us to convey our votes to them
Email: [email protected]
Help us to send requesting to unlock the boot-loader
Best regards,
signed:laugh:
it,s time to announce to all mobile lovers....dont buy lg phones.......
I had my heart set on getting this on the 11th until I got a reply from lg saying the boot loader will be locked. Makes it hard to put this s3 down or pass up the note knowing that. So I'll wait in the wings if the boot loader is unlocked by devs here I may pick it up but not before
Just Sprint?
bizzshow26 said:
I had my heart set on getting this on the 11th until I got a reply from lg saying the boot loader will be locked. Makes it hard to put this s3 down or pass up the note knowing that. So I'll wait in the wings if the boot loader is unlocked by devs here I may pick it up but not before
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Just the Sprint one, or did they say anything about the AT&T variant too?
wait this phone is going to have a locked bootloader?
PhonePhanatic01 said:
wait this phone is going to have a locked bootloader?
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Waiting to find out from people with the device, it's still an unknown.
i read at android central that the optimus g got rooted
marvsxxix said:
i read at android central that the optimus g got rooted
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Doesn't mean anything...yet...
marvsxxix said:
i read at android central that the optimus g got rooted
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Yah you don't need an unlocked bootloader to gain root access.
jaredcormier said:
Doesn't mean anything...yet...
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+1. If you guys really want to get this beasty phone...i suggest you guys start signing the petition and pass it around to your friends and other forums. It's time to put an end to locked bootloaders by the manufacturers. It's our money so we should be able to use any way we want it.
How much good will a petition actually do here?
Anyway, I sincerely hope there is a practical way for it to be unlocked.
I would never expect for the device itself to come unlocked but, I think it's fairly reasonable to hope there is a manufacturer provided way to unlock it.
PhonePhanatic01 said:
wait this phone is going to have a locked bootloader?
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Yes a sorce at LG told Android Central today that it will indeed have a Locked Bootloader.
rdw55a said:
Yes a sorce at LG told Android Central today that it will indeed have a Locked Bootloader.
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Not a "source," it was LG tech support. I got the same "no reply" reply which I will gladly post for you below:
LG Support said:
Good Morning, Jared!
Thank you for contacting LG Electronics, I understand your concern, and it will be my pleasure to assist you as far as I am able.
The LG E970 will not be unlocked but I cannot say that it will be unlockable, but that I am looking into and will get back with you once an answer has been received...
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We should probably take tech support with a grain of salt.
Snow_fox said:
We should probably take tech support with a grain of salt.
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Yeah, I don't know about LG specifically, but most tech support people don't know jack. Asking tech support is almost always less useful than checking XDA... or usually even a quick google search (heck, that's often what tech support resorts to)
Signed and you guys should put the link to petition in ur Sigs
jacklebott said:
Yeah, I don't know about LG specifically, but most tech support people don't know jack. Asking tech support is almost always less useful than checking XDA... or usually even a quick google search (heck, that's often what tech support resorts to)
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Yeah pretty much.
I'm still hopeful XDA will find a way around the locked bootloader.
I think it was the S3 or the Gnex on verizon had like 2,000$ bounty on breaking the bootloader.
biostar said:
We would like to get the opportunity to unlock bootloader in LG phones
Petition about possibility to unlock bootloader
http://www.change.org/petitions/lg-electronics-seoul-we-would-like-to-get-the-opportunity-to-unlock-bootloader-in-lg-phones
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Please Guys, I have the email for LG Developers that will help us to convey our votes to them
Email: [email protected]
Help us to send requesting to unlock the boot-loader
Best regards,
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nice 1000 on the petition
jacklebott said:
Yeah, I don't know about LG specifically, but most tech support people don't know jack. Asking tech support is almost always less useful than checking XDA... or usually even a quick google search (heck, that's often what tech support resorts to)
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Professor Google usually has the answer... An XDA-style unboxing would be nice...
I doubt it would be beneficial even if this phone had an unlocked bootloader. LG would likely never provide any meaningful support in the form of driver, kernel sources etc, so any functional AOSP/AOKP roms would be non existent.

HTC Dev Unlock Works on Verizon HTC One - UPDATE: No Longer Works

Just letting everyone know that you can htc dev unlock your device. Just tested it on a person's device and it worked fine. Going to post a system image and boot.img to the development forum soon so look forward to that
Indirect said:
Just letting everyone know that you can htc dev unlock your device. Just tested it on a person's device and it worked fine. Going to post a system image and boot.img to the development forum soon so look forward to that
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Best news ever!!!
Once you get me a reocvery.img I will get you CWM and TWRP ported real quick
Flyhalf205 said:
Best news ever!!!
Once you get me a reocvery.img I will get you CWM and TWRP ported real quick
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Fly, are you going for the ONE?
Flyhalf205 said:
Best news ever!!!
Once you get me a reocvery.img I will get you CWM and TWRP ported real quick
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Oh what a joy to see your name on this forum coming from Rezound. I've been on the fence for the S4 and One. Are you coming over?
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Fly, are you going for the ONE?
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Cares said:
Oh what a joy to see your name on this forum coming from Rezound. I've been on the fence for the S4 and One. Are you coming over?
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Yes. Will be getting it in a few days
Indirect said:
Just letting everyone know that you can htc dev unlock your device. Just tested it on a person's device and it worked fine. Going to post a system image and boot.img to the development forum soon so look forward to that
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I can't believe they didn't lock that out! I was gonna wait for a Moto X Developer Edition if it didn't, but now this just makes me decision a little bit easier. I've had an HTC One as my work phone since it came out and I love it and I'll be getting a Moto X tomorrow but I don't know how long I'm keeping that job and this has been making my decision harder.
Another confirmation. Now I wonder if moonshine will work...
Why not confirm again. Just went through the process and unlocked my One as well.
Awesome news. That was the clincher. Purchased, picking up after work.
NotATreoFan said:
Why not confirm again. Just went through the process and unlocked my One as well.
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I do not see the Verizon One on the list at HTC Dev. Do you just choose 'other devices' on the drop down? Thinks for any help.
thepolishguy said:
I do not see the Verizon One on the list at HTC Dev. Do you just choose 'other devices' on the drop down? Thinks for any help.
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Yes.
thepolishguy said:
I do not see the Verizon One on the list at HTC Dev. Do you just choose 'other devices' on the drop down? Thinks for any help.
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is the past is indicative of the future, unlock now while you can under "other devices"
both the inc4g and dna were able to utilize that to unlock for short periods of time after release, and both got locked out within 10 days-2 weeks
so for those that get the device, don't **** around...just unlock
urgh its like a race against time for me! I get home tomorrow and I'm picking it up around 6pm - I hope I can unlock immediately when I get home
Guys
Im not a dev, im coming from my rooted S3 and I always follow the directions you guys provide and have never had a n issue with my rooting and flashing.
Since i just bought the one should I follow the directions on youtube from and unlock or just sit tight until you guys put all this together....AND I do appreciate all that you guys do for us NON devs..
Joe
bsbuggs said:
Guys
Im not a dev, im coming from my rooted S3 and I always follow the directions you guys provide and have never had a n issue with my rooting and flashing.
Since i just bought the one should I follow the directions on youtube from and unlock or just sit tight until you guys put all this together....AND I do appreciate all that you guys do for us NON devs..
Joe
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It is pulled together?
Another confirmation! Phone unlocked successfully! Just waiting for recovery now
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It is pulled together?
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I understand... Just wondering if I should follw the XDA youtube video form Mcgee..Joe
Also im on a mac right now.
Confirmed for me!
Can someone here pm me? I need to get a file off the One.
Thanks..........................................

[Q] Rooting Verizon HTC One M9??

First of all, I just recently switched from IOS to Android so I don't know a lot of the correct terminology or parts of rooting yet. But, as I've searched around it seems there is no way to root the Verizon model of the htc one m9. All I want to do is be able to root my phone and get cyanogen mod 12. Any help or feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
As of this moment, the only way is thru the use of a Java Card. There's a thread in this forum devoted to that, where you can get with one of the members that has a card and ship your phone to them for the procedure. Other than that, just waiting for beaups and jcase to get their method safe and available for public release. There's also a discussion on that.
Thank you so much for responding so quickly! I think I will just wait for the devs to release something. But, what would they be releasing and how can I keep an eye out for it?
Shmegegi said:
Thank you so much for responding so quickly! I think I will just wait for the devs to release something. But, what would they be releasing and how can I keep an eye out for it?
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It's called Sunshine...at least it was for the M8. And when it is released these forums will light up like a Christmas tree. You won't miss it
Shmegegi said:
Thank you so much for responding so quickly! I think I will just wait for the devs to release something. But, what would they be releasing and how can I keep an eye out for it?
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You can also make an attempt at finding someone close to you who would be willing to meet, the procedure is quick and painless from what I hear and it will unlock your phone, it is called "S-Off" in the HTC world and allows you to unlock your bootloader to make the possibilities endless, giving the ability to flash custom ROM's and custom kernels. It is most definitely worth it.. Here is the thread for Java card
OK thanks! Maybe I can find someone on Craigslist to do this.
Please don't look on Craigslist. If you need root that bad, I know someone that can s-off your device with a Java card. Shipping costs both ways will be your responsibility though.
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OK thanks! Maybe I can find someone on Craigslist to do this.
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Every bad thing that has ever happened in the world started with this sentence...LMAO JK!
Not every but alot of them unfortunately.
I have never had a bad thing happen to me through Craigslist. Actually quite the opposite. I got deals I couldn't find anywhere else and I met people that were absolutely awesome! Actually the roommates I live with, I found through Craigslist and the job I currently have is because of Craigslist.
Of course 99% of the time you'll be fine but that other 1% will land you in a body bag. There have been a couple Craigslist transactions turned homicides on California in the past few years. If and when I do buy or sell something on Craigslist, I always meet in a very busy public place and bring someone with me. Can't be too careful these days sad to say.
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I have never had a bad thing happen to me through Craigslist. Actually quite the opposite. I got deals I couldn't find anywhere else and I met people that were absolutely awesome! Actually the roommates I live with, I found through Craigslist and the job I currently have is because of Craigslist.
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Ya Craiglist is awesome
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OK thanks! Maybe I can find someone on Craigslist to do this.
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Try ping-pong root in the Samsung s6 thread. Beta 6 will root the m9??
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Simple root on this phone won't really be of much use to the regular user with the way write protection is on this device. The real deal will only arrive when s-off and unlocked bootloader happens.
Evocm7 said:
Please don't look on Craigslist. If you need root that bad, I know someone that can s-off your device with a Java card. Shipping costs both ways will be your responsibility though.
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Can you send me info on this? I have been holding off on the M9 since there's no root. If I can get S-Off for just the shipping costs (cheaper than Sunshine when it becomes available), I'd pick up an M9 ASAP.
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Can you send me info on this? I have been holding off on the M9 since there's no root. If I can get S-Off for just the shipping costs (cheaper than Sunshine when it becomes available), I'd pick up an M9 ASAP.
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Would you work for free? No.... It's common courtesy to tip the person who bought a several hundred dollar Java card for their time and effort.
im_high_tech said:
Would you work for free? No.... It's common courtesy to tip the person who bought a several hundred dollar Java card for their time and effort.
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A tip would be included of course.
joshw0000 said:
Can you send me info on this? I have been holding off on the M9 since there's no root. If I can get S-Off for just the shipping costs (cheaper than Sunshine when it becomes available), I'd pick up an M9 ASAP.
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I suggest a search, your info is already available.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-one-m9/general/m9-java-card-t3063247
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A tip would be included of course.
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Just pm dottat in that thread in the link above. He'll get you taken care of.
dottat said:
Simple root on this phone won't really be of much use to the regular user with the way write protection is on this device. The real deal will only arrive when s-off and unlocked bootloader happens.
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I could have sworn I read that the Sunshine would work on the Verizon M9, but since there is no root, it doesn't get past the initial part of the Sunshine process... I very likely am mistaken though since all other variants were unlockable on HTCdev.

MSM Tool Available, Can anyone modify it?

I have MSM Tool for the 7T, but now we need someone who can modify it so we can convert to international. does anybody know the process or is familiar with it and confident enough to do it?
Thanks for getting it for us all. Now we have a restore method as well.
Is there a password on the tool?
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I have MSM Tool for the TMobile 7T, but now we need someone who can modify it so we can convert to international. does anybody know the process or is familiar with it and confident enough to do it?
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HELL YEAH! Great news! I'll stand aside and let the XDA chefs cook up something.......
#1 rule: Don't rush the cook -- it's bad manners. :good:
Amen. [emoji123][emoji123][emoji123]
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you gott itt unzipped?
you can to contact his : @mauronofrio
This could help https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6t/how-to/t-mobile-6t-to-international-t3888307
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In the previous thread, we discussed a method to convert T-Mobile 6T's to the international variant, sort of, but it required an unlocked bootloader, which itself requires a SIM unlock which T-Mobile gives people a hard time about.
However, it is through @Dark Nightmare and @iaTa's efforts that we've come this far. Today, I share with everyone a new method to turn a T-Mobile 6T into an international variant. One that does NOT require an unlocked bootloader or a SIM unlock!
Before you proceed: Following the steps below WILL wipe your phone. Please backup all of your important files from the phone before proceeding.
Here are the steps:
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I PM'd mauronfrio, along with someone else, I do have the files unzipped, the ROM, MSM and the drivers.
I don't see anything in the post about how we patch the files. I would assume you need something from the international variant. I did not want to make a post with links because I don't know how to go about installing the drivers and I figured it would be better to wait until someone patches it but if anybody has driver experience and needs to restore their phone I will give you the link.
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This could help https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6t/how-to/t-mobile-6t-to-international-t3888307
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Found a link of h2os msmtool rom for op7t..but i dont have accoutn to download to from baidu..
here is the link if anyone can help..https://www.oneplusbbs.com/thread-5077792-1.html
Damn guys, good work. Will wait, I'm using my Pixel 4xl for now, my T-Mobile 7T already got SIM unlock even without paying and just got it a week ago just asked them nicely and several times
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Damn guys, good work. Will wait, I'm using my Pixel 4xl for now, my T-Mobile 7T already got SIM unlock even without paying and just got it a week ago just asked them nicely and several times
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How exactly did you pull that off? You told them you travel a lot or something?
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OuncE718 said:
How exactly did you pull that off? You told them you travel a lot or something?
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Nope, just told them I used on my sidejob for Android development, consistently from 2 calls and 2 chats
Where's the files? I could look at it, especially with the international msm available
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Where's the files? I could look at it, especially with the international msm available
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https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261610653
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Damn guys, good work. Will wait, I'm using my Pixel 4xl for now, my T-Mobile 7T already got SIM unlock even without paying and just got it a week ago just asked them nicely and several times
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How did you manage that? I couldn't get the app to work with my P4XL even after they did the override.
If an unlock-less conversion method comes out for the 7T or McLaren 5G like it did for the 6T, I'm going to JOD to those.
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How did you manage that? I couldn't get the app to work with my P4XL even after they did the override.
If an unlock-less conversion method comes out for the 7T or McLaren 5G like it did for the 6T, I'm going to JOD to those.
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Try going thru chat and ask them if the Sim unlock went thru, tell them they already approved it, in my case twice approved that's what I told them

¿Why LG G8 don't have any custom rom?

I was about to buy this phone and like all the ones I buy I go to XDA to check if it has a developer to back it up but I find that it does not have anyone.
My question is ... Why doesn't he have anyone behind him? Is the phone itself like Sprint's LG G5 that is almost impossible to modify or is it just a dead cell phone?
-I using a translator, if we see an error gramatically
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Nothing?
Because it may not be a popular/interesting device?
Because LG gave up the smartphone business and support is dodgy?
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Because it may not be a popular/interesting device?
Because LG gave up the smartphone business and support is dodgy?
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I understand, I am obliged to look for a phone that has support in XDA, I close post
Most variants of this device are bootloader locked. It would be nice if LG would unlock the bootloaders considering they're ditching the business.
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Most variants of this device are bootloader locked. It would be nice if LG would unlock the bootloaders considering they're ditching the business.
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Couldn't it be demanded? Right now, LG phones are cheaper than any mid-range, taking this into account and that they were withdrawn from the market, it would be a very good idea to release it. Is there any way to get in touch with them or guy to get it released?
MotheOtehc said:
Couldn't it be demanded? Right now, LG phones are cheaper than any mid-range, taking this into account and that they were withdrawn from the market, it would be a very good idea to release it. Is there any way to get in touch with them or guy to get it released?
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I dunno, I don't work for them.
Not likely though considering they only currently support a few devices for that, and they'll be shutting the site down: https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
joshdv said:
I dunno, I don't work for them.
Not likely though considering they only currently support a few devices for that, and they'll be shutting the site down: https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
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I understand, I'll see what I find out but thank you very much
PS: If I am not well understood, it is because I am using a translator

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