January 2023 Edit: The guide below is now outdated. The technique still works, but some of the steps have changed, and may not reflect your experience when rooting. Proceed with caution.
Hello XDA. I have spent the past couple of weeks struggling with unlocking and rooting this awesome device. After some researching I have decided to put this guide together after stumbling on a lot of fake guides on Google that don't work for the Honor 8x. I hope this helps you!
Step 1: Purchase a bootloader code.
Unfortunately, since Huawei stopped providing unlock codes, there is no way around this requirement. Some older guides suggest DC Unlocker, but this does NOT work with newer Huawei devices, and there are no known exploits to get around this. I have provided some options below (which have been tested by XDA members). All you need to do is provide them your IMEI, which can be found under Settings > System > About Phone.Ministry of Solutions: https://ministryofsolutions.com/202...-unlock-service-jsn-l21-jsn-l22-jsn-al00.htmlFunkyHuawei: https://funkyhuawei.club/buycodes [No longer providing service]Global Unlocking Solutions: [Website gone - 404 Error]Various eBay sellers: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=huawei+bootloaderAlternate solution: Try asking a Huawei Service center near you. https://www.androidauthority.com/honor-india-bootloader-unlocking-933231/Confirmed working at some locations outside of Asia.
Step 2: Download ADB.
Link here: https://dl.google.com/android/repository/platform-tools-latest-windows.zipAnd unzip it to somewhere on your computer.
Step 3: Setup your phone
Go to Settings > System > About Phone, and tap "Build Number" 7 times to unlock Developer mode. Go back to System, and tap Developer Options. Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging.
Step 4: Unlocking your device
Connect your phone to your PC via USB. Make sure you select "Transfer files" when the message pops up on your phone, and select Trust this computer when the debugging warning pops up. Open your ADB folder, hold Shift and right-click, then select "Open Powershell window" or "Open command prompt". In the next window, type "adb devices" and make sure your device is listed (If not, check to make sure USB debugging is enabled, or reconnect the USB cable.)After that, type "adb reboot bootloader". Once that is done, type "fastboot oem unlock xxx" (replace xxx with the unique code you purchased in Step 1). Warning! This will format your phone and return it to stock configuration. Your phone now has an unlocked bootloader!
Step 5: Install Magisk Manager.
Download and install the Magisk Manager app on your phone. APK here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/manager-v6.0.1/MagiskManager-v6.0.1.apk
Step 6: Flashing twrp and Magisk
Download the latest twrp image: https://dl.twrp.me/kirin/ and place it into your ADB folder.Then download this magisk ZIP: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v17.1/Magisk-v17.1.zip and place it on a spare Micro SD card, and put that card in the device.Reconnect your device to the PC, again open a Powershell/Command Prompt (as in Step 4).Type "adb reboot bootloader", then type "fastboot flash recovery_ramdisk twrp-kirin.img". This should complete successfully. Turn off your device by holding down the power button.Disconnect the phone from USB (do not skip this part otherwise you are unable to boot into recovery). Then hold "Volume UP" and "Power" until the blue Honor logo shows up. Release both buttons. You should see a Teamwin logo and twrp will load.This version of twrp is a work in progress so the touchscreen does not work (this is currently being worked on by the folks at twrp builder https://twrpbuilder.github.io/. As soon as they fix it, I will update this guide!). A temporary fix is by using an OTG Cable https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51HI4XhstKL._SX425_.jpg and a standard USB mouse. Use it to swipe-right and select "Install". You might need to "Select storage" and choose your SD card. Find the Magisk zip and install it, then reboot.
Your Honor 8x phone is now rooted!
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Thanks.
Edit: I will provide some instructions below if you wish to do a ota update to a newer version of EMUI (one of which was released recently for the Honor 8x).
* The root must be removed, and phone restored to factory stock before doing a ota update. The bootloader will remain unlocked (no change).
* Stock factory firmware currently can be restored in the Huawei eRecovery by restarting your phone, then on the "Your device has been unlocked" screen, press "Up" for three seconds. From here, you can download the latest version (This will format the phone). After updating, you must re-root from Steps 3 to 6 above (you can skip step 4).
* There should be an easier method to update without formatting, but the current version of twrp causes issues if you try and flash the update. (Error 9, as reported by some users)
I will update the guide when this is fixed.
I have been warned that this may not work for a Qualcomm chipset. Will update if there is any further information about that.
Honor 8x, 4/128. Kirin 710. Global Unlocking Solutions - 4 hours waiting and bootloader unlocked
Mikey_AK said:
I have been warned that this may not work for a Qualcomm chipset. Will update if there is any further information about that.
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To my knowledge, only the 8x Max has a Qualcomm chipset. All of the regular 8x devices have a Kirin one.
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To my knowledge, only the 8x Max has a Qualcomm chipset. All of the regular 8x devices have a Kirin one.
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I have an 8X Max. Only posting this as a warning to anyone else who might have one.
chickenwingding said:
This version of twrp is a work in progress so the touchscreen does not work (this is currently being worked on by the folks at twrp builder https://twrpbuilder.github.io/. As soon as they fix it, I will update this guide!).
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Interesting to see a TWRP build for the new Kirin 710. @chickenwingding Do you think that they will be able to make Nova 3i a TWRP build too? I still didn't unlock it, but I'm going to do it soon, and I've never ported recoveries before, and because this is my first Kirin device I would like some help regarding that. But looking at the log of their app it looks like they reject Huawei/Honor devices now. How did you get them to build Honor 8X TWRP?
New in Huawei devices
I have an Honor 8x Chinese version, once I completed this tutorial could I change the region to my terminal flashing a European rom?
Thanks for the post.
I purchased my honor 8X (AL00a) from China and its developer page doesn't have "OEM Unlock" option. It is not there... Believe me... So, even if I can get an unlock code, I will not able to unlock it. Right? Do you know any solution about that? Huawei closed all ways I guess...
Supersonic27543 said:
Interesting to see a TWRP build for the new Kirin 710. @chickenwingding Do you think that they will be able to make Nova 3i a TWRP build too? I still didn't unlock it, but I'm going to do it soon, and I've never ported recoveries before, and because this is my first Kirin device I would like some help regarding that. But looking at the log of their app it looks like they reject Huawei/Honor devices now. How did you get them to build Honor 8X TWRP?
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The Nova 3i uses the same SoC as the Honor 8x, so the same recovery image might work for it. And the twrp builder group don't do Huawei/Honor anymore because the company stopped providing bootloader unlocks, so it's very difficult (and expensive) for new owners to root their phone. They said it's not worth developing for newer Huawei devices anymore. The reason they did it for me was because I promised them a cash donation.
Are custom Roms even being developed for this device?
tomdmca said:
Are custom Roms even being developed for this device?
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Not really. It's the same story for all new Huawei/Honor devices, since they stopped supporting bootloader unlocks.
chickenwingding said:
Not really. It's the same story for all new Huawei/Honor devices, since they stopped supporting bootloader unlocks.
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And if we made a donation to openkirin ?
Wilcur said:
Honor 8x, 4/128. Kirin 710. Global Unlocking Solutions - 4 hours waiting and bootloader unlocked
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Excuse me, do you know why to give you unlock bootloader code they ask your phone number, your home address as well as second IMEI number? It's really necessary? Thank you
Second IMEI number is required to generate unlock code. Other... I write fake address etc ,?
Wilcur said:
Second IMEI number is required to generate unlock code. Other... I write fake address etc ,
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Why to install MagiskManager-v6.0.1.apk before unlock bootloader?
Normally when you unlock the bootloader all apps will be removed ...
Thank you
pol.bob said:
Why to install MagiskManager-v6.0.1.apk before unlock bootloader?
Normally when you unlock the bootloader all apps will be removed ...
Thank you
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Thanks, I had them in the wrong order. I fixed the guide now. :good:
LTE Europe network.
Hello, i bought on ebay Honor 8x 6/128 JSN-AL00 which is not avalible in Europe(Poland)-here we got only 4/128. Im waiting for package from China. In Europe(Poland) there is LTE frequency B1(2100) and B3(1800+). Can i do something with the smartphone from China to unlock this frequences in my new Huawei Honor 8x? Is there some options to turn it on after rooting? Thx for answer. Best regards Paul.
PaulJin said:
Hello, i bought on ebay Honor 8x 6/128 JSN-AL00 which is not avalible in Europe(Poland)-here we got only 4/128. Im waiting for package from China. In Europe(Poland) there is LTE frequency B1(2100) and B3(1800+). Can i do something with the smartphone from China to unlock this frequences in my new Huawei Honor 8x? Is there some options to turn it on after rooting? Thx for answer. Best regards Paul.
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I would like to know this too...I have the same phone and would like to unlock frequencies.
Ok I read and understand this guide but after the step 6 what I should do for rebrand my Chinese rom with an European rom?
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Hi Community,
I have the M2 since a few month and I'm still looking for a working root method. So far I've tried Kingroot and the official way via Huawei-Support, but they couldn't give me the code because I cannot find the Product ID of the M2 (Mine is wifi only, no dialer -> no chance to "dial" the code to get the product ID).
I read through the forums here and some chinese forums and it seems like it is possible, to use the TWRP for the X2 for the M2 as well. But of course I need to unlock the bootloader in order to be able to flash that.
Is anyone of you aware of any working root or unlock method for the M2-801W?
Any hint is greatly appriciated. Thanks in Advance!
Tested srsroot as well without success even though it says it is supported. It patches the system and reboots - but su binary isn't there after the reboot.
FRP Protection is disabled in developer options (OEM Flashing -> Enabled), Bootloader says FRP Protection is not active
tb2009 said:
Tested srsroot as well without success even though it says it is supported. It patches the system and reboots - but su binary isn't there after the reboot.
FRP Protection is disabled in developer options (OEM Flashing -> Enabled), Bootloader says FRP Protection is not active
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Thanks für keeping us posted. I'm also desperately searching for an unlock solution.
Regards
tb2009 said:
Hi Community,
I have the M2 since a few month and I'm still looking for a working root method. So far I've tried Kingroot and the official way via Huawei-Support, but they couldn't give me the code because I cannot find the Product ID of the M2 (Mine is wifi only, no dialer -> no chance to "dial" the code to get the product ID).
I read through the forums here and some chinese forums and it seems like it is possible, to use the TWRP for the X2 for the M2 as well. But of course I need to unlock the bootloader in order to be able to flash that.
Is anyone of you aware of any working root or unlock method for the M2-801W?
Any hint is greatly appriciated. Thanks in Advance!
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I found a youtube video with the title HUAWEI MEDIAPAD M2 UNLOCK USING FURIOUSGOLD.
There it is shown that you have to go to the calculator and type in ()()2846579()() and then =. (Tablet must be in landscape mode to get the parenthesis.) This opens the project menu where I found my IMEI, although I do not understand why my WIFI only tablet has one. Anyway, it was the same as the serial number.
For the product ID I tried the same procedure: Calculator -> ()()1357946()() and then =. Shows an 8-digit number.
I then went to the Huwai site for the unlock key. After pressing the submit button, I get 'SN and IMEI are mismatched.' I will contact Huawei about this error.
Does this work for anybody else?
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I found a youtube video with the title HUAWEI MEDIAPAD M2 UNLOCK USING FURIOUSGOLD.
There it is shown that you have to go to the calculator and type in ()()2846579()() and then =. (Tablet must be in landscape mode to get the parenthesis.) This opens the project menu where I found my IMEI, although I do not understand why my WIFI only tablet has one. Anyway, it was the same as the serial number.
For the product ID I tried the same procedure: Calculator -> ()()1357946()() and then =. Shows an 8-digit number.
I then went to the Huwai site for the unlock key. After pressing the submit button, I get 'SN and IMEI are mismatched.' I will contact Huawei about this error.
Does this work for anybody else?
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Works for me as well. Got also an error message on the huawei unlock side saying "The Huawei ID used to apply for the unlock code has not been used on the device for more than 14 days."
Edit: Furios Gold is a sim unlock tool. We need a bootloader unlock tool!
Thanks
It is actually possible to unlock the bootloader just fine, did it on mine. The option 3 on http://forum.xda-developers.com/med...apad-x2-unlock-bootloader-root-guide-t3212325 ie. using DC-unlock and then "fastboot oem unlock xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" using adb works. I have not tried the TWRP meant for X2 on the M2, but as far as I have understood it should work.
WereCatf said:
It is actually possible to unlock the bootloader just fine, did it on mine. The option 3 on http://forum.xda-developers.com/med...apad-x2-unlock-bootloader-root-guide-t3212325 ie. using DC-unlock and then "fastboot oem unlock xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" using adb works. I have not tried the TWRP meant for X2 on the M2, but as far as I have understood it should work.
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Thank you for sharing that information - unfortunately it is not working for me, DC unlocker fails to detect the tablet. I followed the instructions carefully, all drivers are present as described on dc unlocker page. I tried it in a windows VM and on HW, doesn't work for me.. (I tried autodetect huawei phone and Mediapad X2 directly)
Do you have the LTE or the wifi version? Has anyone managed to unlock the wifi only version?
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Do you have the LTE or the wifi version? Has anyone managed to unlock the wifi only version?
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I have the LTE-version, so that's probably why it worked for me.
I just wanted to let you know, that I was able to root the device with the latest kingroot apk
tb2009 said:
I just wanted to let you know, that I was able to root the device with the latest kingroot apk
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Thanks, I will try that
tb2009 said:
I just wanted to let you know, that I was able to root the device with the latest kingroot apk
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does not work for me.
Is there difference between m8, m10 wifi & lte?
well kingoroot didn't work for me i have the m2 8.0 on lollipop 5.1.1
latest kingroot is not working for me as well.. any other suggestions? thank you in advance.
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latest kingroot is not working for me as well.. any other suggestions? thank you in advance.
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Do you have 8, 10 lte or wifi?
I have mediapad m2-801L.
I have rooted my phone already by following the guide in mediapad x2.
Well that's good that there is alternative method if kingroot doesn't work.
A. Please go to this link: here
B. I have used DC Unlocker to unlock my bootloader (costs €4) and it can directly unlock the mediapad by using their app. Please click here
C. I flashed the TWRP in the link above using fastboot.
D. I flashed the SuperSU found in the same link above and done! Mediapad M2 is rooted now.
Do you know Iif it's possible to root without unlocking bootloader? do we loose anything if bootloader is unlocking.
I have xperia z5c and I don't want to unlock bootloader because some features will be disabled
Kingroot worked for me (latest version, APK run directly on the tablet)
I have the 802L Wifi only on 5.1.1, Kingroot said that there is no root method available, but I was able to continue and got root.
Previously, i had disabled the FRP Protection (Developer Options -> Enable OEM flashing)
DC Unlocker worked for me as well - the Mediapad 8.0 seems to be supported now in the latest version. You need to set your device to manufacturing mode (open the calculator, turn the tablet around to see it in landscape mode, type ()()2846579()() and =
then, from the background service menu, select USB Options -> Manufacturing mode.
You need to install the driver package from this page: https://www.dc-unlocker.com/how-to-read-huawei-bootloader-unlock-code
After the bootloader was unlocked, I was able to flash TWRP (the chinese version for the X2) and an english language pack (just place the ui.zip in TWRP -> theme folder on the tablet) - SuperSU worked as well, I'm having some trouble with xposed, sometimes it is working, sometimes it's not.
This tutorial (Honor 6X Unlock Bootloader) is for those who want to unlock bootloader Huawei Honor 6X for advanced users. Advance use included rooting, flashing a custom recovery, Flashing custom ROMs etc. This tutorial is tested and is working in all version of Huawei Honor 6X. Please follow each and every step carefully and read every screen properly before click clicking next of any action. If you brick your device mention the issue in the comment box we will provide you with the best-looking fix for the issue or search how to unbrick your device in our home page here.
Note: Please make sure that your bootloader is locked. I will not be responsible for any bricked device(though you can ask me in the comment box below).
The whole Guide is divided into three parts please follow each and every step in all three steps to successfully unlock your device.
1. Get the Unlock code
Go to Huawei website link is here
https://hwid5.vmall.com/CAS/portal/...2Fen&loginChannel=22000000&reqClientType=2023
Register yourself
Go to the download section in the web page.
Find and Select Unlock Bootloader.
Read the agreement if you want and click agree.
Now fill every information correctly in the box. (This step is important)
The serial number of your smartphone is in the About section in your settings of the Huawei Honor 6X.
The IMEI number will also in the about section.
To get the product ID just type “*#*#1357946#*#*” without ” in your dialer and product ID will flash on your screen.
After filling every information just for the sake of me go through the information one and click commit.
The Unlock code will appear if everything was right.
2. OEM Unlock
On your smartphone go to setting them to find and select About tab.
Tab multiple times on Build Number until you unlock Developer mode.
Go to the back and find Developers Option tab.
Check and Enable OEM Unlock.
3. Unlocking bootloader of Honor 6X.
Plugin your Honor 6X via USB cable.
Open ADB and type the command “adb reboot bootloader” without “
(for ADB installation) https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
The smartphone will boot in Bootloader mode, now type “fastboot oem unlock [XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX]”, in place XXX… type your Unlock Code.
Congratulation you successfully unlocked the bootloader of your Honor 6X.
To Root
This tutorial guides to successfully root Huawei Honor 6X. If your want to root your device successfully please read all steps and if you are rooting any device for the first time please read all note and go through each and every step slowly. After following this guide your device will be rooted and ready for any other advanced usage.
Note:
Rooting will void the warranty of your smartphone.
Please follow each and every step carefully to safely root your smartphone without bricking.
We will not be responsible if you brick your smartphone.
Take a backup of your stored files and possible full ROM before rooting.
Make sure you read all steps carefully before doing anything to your smartphone.
Rooting is not illegal but some illegal activities could be engaged after rooting your device.
If you brick your device please mention the issue in comment box we will help you as soon as possible.
Make sure your device is same as mentioned in the article’s title
Downloads
Recovery Files
https://mega.nz/#!E8lR0KbJ!xoWf8UJ251xFDRUrlF7vNwmFTUSTs_4avOZTOWkhHJw
SuperSU
https://redirect.viglink.com/?forma...s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/s...1612051815.zip
Root Huawei Honor 6X
This tutorial guides to successfully root Huawei Honor 6X. If your want to root your device successfully please read all steps and if you are rooting any device for the first time please read all note and go through each and every step slowly. After following this guide your device will be rooted and ready for any other advanced usage.
Note:
Rooting will void the warranty of your smartphone.
Please follow each and every step carefully to safely root your smartphone without bricking.
We will not be responsible if you brick your smartphone.
Take a backup of your stored files and possible full ROM before rooting.
Make sure you read all steps carefully before doing anything to your smartphone.
Rooting is not illegal but some illegal activities could be engaged after rooting your device.
If you brick your device please mention the issue in comment box we will help you as soon as possible.
Make sure your device is same as mentioned in the article’s title.
Please make sure your device bootloader successfully unlocked to unlock
Steps to flash TWRP
Make sure you have installed all the drivers of the Honor 6X.
Open and extract all files from the zip and open the .exe file.
The UI is in Chinese but you can read the recovery option.
Select recovery and Flash the recovery.
Wait untill the process in complete.
Reboot your device.
The process is complete you haver installed the custom recovery TWRP in your Honor 6X.
Root your smartphone
Place the SuperSU in your smartphone internal memory.
Reboot your smartphone in recovery mode. to reboot your smartphone in recovery mode first power off your smartphone then long press volume up + power button simultaneously until the Huawei logo appears
Flash the SuperSU.
Congratulation you have successfully rooted your Honor 6X.
Please also mention that there is no working method at the moment to revert back to 4.1 ( is possible just need to confirm it )
no more unlocking bootloader
sorry,, but now huawei stopped providing unlocking bootloader ,, what should i do ?
salamonii said:
sorry,, but now huawei stopped providing unlocking bootloader ,, what should i do ?
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There are many third party service that will sell you an unlock code. DC Phoenix sells it for 4$. Alternatively you can try nagging the support.
you mean.. that now I can't root my Honor 6X without paying?
Hello Guys!
anybody know how to unlock this phone TA-1089 and root?
currently it's running on latest software update
Android 9 ( January Patch)
kindly help please.
It is a paid service buddy...price is around 400inr...i successfully unlocked my bootloader and rooted my nokia 6.1 (ta-1089) around 5-6 days ago...
There is no official announcement for bootloader unlock yet from nokia for nokia 6.1....so i guess if you have to unlock bootloader..you have to pay for it
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It is a paid service buddy...price is around 400inr...i successfully unlocked my bootloader and rooted my nokia 6.1 (ta-1089) around 5-6 days ago...
There is no official announcement for bootloader unlock yet from nokia for nokia 6.1....so i guess if you have to unlock bootloader..you have to pay for it
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Can you help me on that?
I mean how?
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Can you help me on that?
I mean how?
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You can join nokia telegram group from here...they will help you
https://t.me/joinchat/HAqpzUPkzNS4jt8hOB10dg
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Hello Guys!
anybody know how to unlock this phone TA-1089 and root?
currently it's running on latest software update
Android 9 ( January Patch)
kindly help please.
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You can do it yourself. This guys post helped me do it.
[CLOSED]Force Unlocking Bootloader on Nokia 6.1
Hey, I have been searching for an answer to this for quite a while, and I've found some information. Before you start bashing me in the comments, I do know that Nokia has disabled unlocking bootloaders on certain devices. My question is, is there...
forum.xda-developers.com
In the end I thought it had worked but it didn't - I had to go to
oem bootload unlock https://www.techmesto.com/guide-unlock-bootloader-nokia-android-phones/
Download official Nokia USB Drivers (ADB, Fastboot & others)
HMD Global is making Nokia branded phones for a few years now. However, there is still no official webpage at Nokia.com from where you can download device drivers. On most Nokia phones, the Nokia USB drivers come bundled. A CD ROM will show on the computer when you connect the phone. The Nokia...
www.techmesto.com
So they only give away a few free unlocks per day. If I remember correctly they're based East Coast US time, so I made sure I was online around midnight EST, and got a free unlock. I had to try quite a few times, and it didn't work until a while AFTER midnight, (maybe around 10 to 15 mins after).
xN00Bx said:
Hello Guys!
anybody know how to unlock this phone TA-1089 and root?
currently it's running on latest software update
Android 9 ( January Patch)
kindly help please.
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Hi,
I too own a Nokia 6.1 (TA-1089) model and have successfully rooted it.
Here are the steps I followed:
Download and install "adb and fastboot" tool on your system
Follow this Boot loader unlock guide by Techmesto and ensure your boot loader gets unlocked properly.
Many guides recommend using TWRP, but I say use "Magisk" (basis my personal experience)
Download the latest version of Magisk from this another guide by Techmesto and follow the steps listed under "Root method #1."
Few Special Pointers:
If in case you're unable to find any relevant "Magisk patched boot images" for your device, you can opt for "Root method #2" listed in the above guide.
I would highly recommend that you "DO NOT USE" TWRP V.3.3.1 as suggested in the guide. I used that version and bricked my device. So, Google for "twrp-3.4.0-0-PL2_sprout-11.0-20200909.img" file and use it as that worked for me.
Ensure that you're BOOTING into TWRP using the command:
Code:
fastboot boot <twrp.img>
as flashing the TWRP got me stuck on its splash screen for eternity.
The first time you boot into TWRP, it might ask you for a password to decrypt data. Use your phone password" (Example - 0000 in my case) and the decryption will start automatically.
Feel free to reach out in case any pointer confuses you OR you're stuck anywhere.
Cheers,
Manu
Does anyone know if there is a special way to unlock the China version of this device?
I have the 8/128gb version from China and can not unlock the bootloader. Ive tired anything and everything and it just hangs after I run the flashing unlock prompt (on cmd term) and nothing happens on my phone screen.
Has anyone else faced this problem and is there any tips/solutions?
Thanks
Edit: I also get this screen when running the unlocking script as well.
Any ideas? As I don’t speak/read Mandarin or Cantonese (apologies if I mislabeled the dialect used)
Mods, please delete!
I was able to use a different windows machine and everything worked !
Was you able to flash a custom ROM ?
mistamikel said:
Does anyone know if there is a special way to unlock the China version of this device?
I have the 8/128gb version from China and can not unlock the bootloader. Ive tired anything and everything and it just hangs after I run the flashing unlock prompt (on cmd term) and nothing happens on my phone screen.
Has anyone else faced this problem and is there any tips/solutions?
Thanks
Edit: I also get this screen when running the unlocking script as well.
Any ideas? As I don’t speak/read Mandarin or Cantonese (apologies if I mislabeled the dialect used)
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There are official tool and guide to unlock bootloader on Realme China forum.
Here are the links:
https://www.realmebbs.com/post-details/1163724162963877888
https://www.realmebbs.com/post-details/1164389059200561152
You can see some screenshots in the links.
0. Log in realme account on your phone.
1. Install "DeepTesting_realme-release_signed(8).apk"
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qVV9xWvlWNQ8VPdQuU_5Rfd4WM932lpc/view?usp=sharing
2. Turn on "Developer options" (Press "Build number" 7 times)
3. Turn on oemlock in "Developer options"
4. Apply bootloader unlock in "DeepTesting" app.
5. Around 15 minutes later, your application will be reviewed. Click "开始深度测试" Your device will reboot to "START" fastboot. Use "fastboot flashing unlock" command to unlock bootloader.
The steps is my translation from the official forum article. I bought a Realme X Chinese varient online yesterday (4+64 G, CNY ￥950). It is on shipping now. I will try this official guide after receiving the device.
Note: I am not sure if there is an English version of "DeepTesting_realme-release_signed(8).apk". Here are some Chinese phrases, which may appear in the unlock app. In Chinese, "开始" means "start". "深度测试" means "DeepTesting". "已提交申请" means "have submitted application". "查询审核状态" means "check review state". "审核通过" means "Reviewed".
00002972 said:
There are official tool and guide to unlock bootloader on Realme China forum.
Here are the links:
https://www.realmebbs.com/post-details/1163724162963877888
https://www.realmebbs.com/post-details/1164389059200561152
You can see some screenshots in the links.
0. Log in realme account on your phone.
1. Install "DeepTesting_realme-release_signed(8).apk"
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qVV9xWvlWNQ8VPdQuU_5Rfd4WM932lpc/view?usp=sharing
2. Turn on "Developer options" (Press "Build number" 7 times)
3. Turn on oemlock in "Developer options"
4. Apply bootloader unlock in "DeepTesting" app.
5. Around 15 minutes later, your application will be reviewed. Click "开始深度测试" Your device will reboot to "START" fastboot. Use "fastboot flashing unlock" command to unlock bootloader.
The steps is my translation from the official forum article. I bought a Realme X Chinese varient online yesterday (4+64 G, CNY ￥950). It is on shipping now. I will try the this official guide after receiving the device.
Note: I am not sure if there is an English version of "DeepTesting_realme-release_signed(8).apk". Here are some Chinese phrases, which may appear in the unlock app. In Chinese, "开始" means "start". "深度测试" means "DeepTesting". "已提交申请" means "have submitted application". "查询审核状态" means "check review state". "审核通过" means "Reviewed".
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Hi, the in-depth test from the indian guide to unlock the bootloader (https://c.realme.com/in/post-details/1167251892128972800) can be used on the chinese version?
If not the way to relock the bootloader are the same for both indian and chinese versions?
mistamikel said:
Does anyone know if there is a special way to unlock the China version of this device?
I have the 8/128gb version from China and can not unlock the bootloader. Ive tired anything and everything and it just hangs after I run the flashing unlock prompt (on cmd term) and nothing happens on my phone screen.
Has anyone else faced this problem and is there any tips/solutions?
Thanks
Edit: I also get this screen when running the unlocking script as well.
Any ideas? As I don’t speak/read Mandarin or Cantonese (apologies if I mislabeled the dialect used)
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The Chinese on your phone means "You have entered fastboot mode. Hold power button 6-10 seconds or remove the battery to quit."
TheWalker17 said:
Hi, the in-depth test from the indian guide to unlock the bootloader (https://c.realme.com/in/post-details/1167251892128972800) can be used on the chinese version?
If not the way to relock the bootloader are the same for both indian and chinese versions?
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Perhaps not the same. I find the MD5 of the Chinese and Indian in-depth apk are different. You need to relock your phone with official in-depth app. The official unlock guides are similar. I'm sorry that I didn't translate reboot to fastboot with ADB command previously.
00002972 said:
Perhaps not the same. I find the MD5 of the Chinese and Indian in-depth apk are different. You need to relock your phone with official in-depth app. The official unlock guides are similar. I'm sorry that I didn't translate reboot to fastboot with ADB command previously.
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Oh, so basically same guides but different APK. To relock the bootloader I can follow the Indian guide being careful to use the Chinese apk
TheWalker17 said:
Oh, so basically same guides but different APK. To relock the bootloader I can follow the Indian guide being careful to use the Chinese apk
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I think so, but the screenshots of the phone during unlock are kind of different. You need to read the texts on the screen to choose options with power button or Volume +/- button.
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Oh, so basically same guides but different APK. To relock the bootloader I can follow the Indian guide being careful to use the Chinese apk
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I read the Indian guide carefully and find there is no "Turn on OEM unlock in Developer options" step. It is necessary in Chinese version. I have received my Chinese Realme X and flashed "TWRP 3.3.1-30 Unofficial by mauronofrio", "lineage-16.0-20200108-UNOFFICIAL-RMX1901.zip" successfully . "Modified VBMETA" is necessary for flashing TWRP.
00002972 said:
I read the Indian guide carefully and find there is no "Turn on OEM unlock in Developer options" step. It is necessary in Chinese version. I have received my Chinese Realme X and flashed "TWRP 3.3.1-30 Unofficial by mauronofrio", "lineage-16.0-20200108-UNOFFICIAL-RMX1901.zip" successfully . "Modified VBMETA" is necessary for flashing TWRP.
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What's this modifies vbmeta?
TheWalker17 said:
What's this modifies vbmeta?
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"Modified VBMETA" image and relative command is on https://forum.xda-developers.com/re...very-unofficial-twrp-realme-x-stable-t3959556
Has anyone had any luck rooting the T-Mobile version of the OnePlus 9 pro, and if so how did you go about it?
I have not, have you considered reaching out to anyone that sells this service on ebay? Or, possibly buying a rooted version of this phone off Ebay?
xbxhkz said:
Has anyone had any luck rooting the T-Mobile version of the OnePlus 9 pro, and if so how did you go about it?
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I did, on Android 11, unlocked boot loader, then twrp and magisk same time and finally RO2RW script from lebigmac thread....
TheGhost1951 said:
I did, on Android 11, unlocked boot loader, then twrp and magisk same time and finally RO2RW script from lebigmac thread....
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Would you happen to have the RO2RW zip? Looks like his thread is closed and I can't seem to find the script to download..
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Has anyone had any luck rooting the T-Mobile version of the OnePlus 9 pro, and if so how did you go about it?
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First thing is the bootloader needs to be unlocked!
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First thing is the bootloader needs to be unlocked!
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I already know how to unlock the bootloader. I just know that on some TMobile variants of OnePlus devices, like the OnePlus 8 you have to go through a bunch of extra **** to be able to unlock the bootloader, but if you have the boot file that is prepatched with magisk you can just flash that as long as it is the same version. Does anyone know if you have to have the sim unlocked in order to unlock the bootloader like you do with the op8? Or can you just enable OEM unlock and then adb to unlock the bootloader?
Here is a guide for unlocking the bootloader on TMO OP9P.
T-Mobile OnePlus 9 Pro Bootloader Unlock
1ST WARNING: BACKUP YOUR DEVICE, WHETHER TO GOOGLE, AND/OR YOUR INTERNAL STORAGE USING THE ONEPLUS BACKUP APP WHICH I WILL LINK BELOW AND COPY THE BACKUP TO YOUR COMPUTER (I WOULD SUGGEST DOING BOTH BACKUP TYPES) Clone Phone App...
forum.xda-developers.com
As for rooting, it is rather simple once the bootloader is unlocked..
You may know certain things, but I do not have a clue as to what you already know. Therefore I take it step by step to help you achieve what you are wanting to do!
I am working on the rooting instructions as of now and will post them for you complete with links! Be patient.
Rooting the OnePlus 9 Pro
1) Unlock the bootloader using the guide from here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/how-to-unlock-the-t-mobile-bootloader.4256319/
2) Make sure you have the latest platform-tools installed on computer from here
https://technastic.com/android-sdk-platform-tools-download/
3) Download the latest TWRP img and rename it twrp.img from here and save it in your platform-tools folder
https://dl.twrp.me/lemonadep/twrp-3.7.0_11-0-lemonadep.img
4) Download Magisk apk file from here and save it to your platform-tools folder
https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v25.2/Magisk-v25.2.apk
5) Click on the address bar of windows explorer and type "cmd" to open a command windows
6) With phone connected to PC, copy the magisk app to internal storage and then type "adb reboot bootloader" and hit enter
7) Once in bootloader mode, type "fastboot boot twrp.img" enter
8) once twrp loads, tap install and select the magisk app and install it then reboot to system
9) once OS has loaded, go into app drawer and tap on Magisk (looks like a green android icon) and follow the prompts,
10) Reboot and enjoy a rooted phone but not completely rooted!
11) Download the RO2RW script from here
https://mega.nz/file/HcxQiaLD#P17H3LsvUc4Y5S9mG3jTqHmoMvuyImYKvigX20VZ7xU
12) Follow instructions from this link
https://tinyurl.com/yc8k3h2s
Good looks
rpikus27 said:
Good looks
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I wanted to confirm that you don't need sim unlock to unlock bootloader. You can enable oem toggle with adb or one+tool and unlock bootloader and root. I did need to submit my token and wait a week. There have been recent reports of the unlock bin sent back from OnePlus automatically isn't right and people are reaching out to support to get the right bin back.
I submitted my token, flashed to EU, unlocked bootloader without token, rooted. Then when my token arrived a week later, I went back to stock Tmo rom, unlocked with token, and rooted.
(I monitored the requests for sim unlock to see if I could find anything useful. I monitored failures and successful unlock packets and then went back to EU rom)
xbxhkz said:
I already know how to unlock the bootloader. I just know that on some TMobile variants of OnePlus devices, like the OnePlus 8 you have to go through a bunch of extra **** to be able to unlock the bootloader, but if you have the boot file that is prepatched with magisk you can just flash that as long as it is the same version. Does anyone know if you have to have the sim unlocked in order to unlock the bootloader like you do with the op8? Or can you just enable OEM unlock and then adb to unlock the bootloader?
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I meant to quote you in my above post. Sorry
termux proot-distro can root as well but android kernel not rooted
you sure can root Tmo stock rom. the numbers may be differet but the iteration of firmware is the same on all variants. Its been a while,but, my first OP9P i flashed whatever. Just use the boot.img from AA or EU but be careful. It has to match. Example: Tmo 11.2.4.4 compatible boot.img with 11.2.8.8 AA/EU/NA. And so on.
For me, I'm lost with the newer firmwares and just got back. Will be converting cause Tmo wont sim unlock my paid off phone. Sick of Tmobile at this point
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