Hey guys, have any one been able to unlock the bootloader and gain root access with this phone, or I am S.O.L?
I've tried going through Motorola's website to see if this phone is eligible for an unlock code, which proved fruitless.
Any leads would be helpful. Official, or if it's an exploit.
Model #: XT1952-5
OS: Android 9
Build #: PCY29.105-247
MrQuestionMarks said:
Hey guys, have any one been able to unlock the bootloader and gain root access with this phone, or I am S.O.L?
I've tried going through Motorola's website to see if this phone is eligible for an unlock code, which proved fruitless.
Any leads would be helpful. Official, or if it's an exploit.
Model #: XT1952-5
OS: Android 9
Build #: PCY29.105-247
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You are most likely SOL unfortunately. I was trying to get a list of "oem get unlock data" returns to compile them for comparison, because in theory, if you have enough of them, and their corresponding unlock codes, you could reverse engineer their keys and generate your own. Sadly, that never happened. Everyone has just unlocked and ran with it, never handing over the data. You'd need at least a few hundred before it could be reverse engineered, and I got like 2 at most. It might be possible to flash firmware from another model of G7 Play, and then get a proper unlock code from Motorola, but I've yet to see anyone try it. If the CID (which is part of the unlock data value) is AT&T it's just never going to work. But if the CID was say, RETUS or Sprint, it might work.
If you want to send me the result of oem get unlock data, then I might be able to help you out. It's a very slim chance, but it's better than nothing I suppose.
I asked this purely out of curiosity but I have a Boost Mobile G7 play that I plan on unlocking either tonight or tomorrow if I dump my CID partition is there any way to get the Motorola bootloader to let you write the CID or is it device-specific / impossible to do with the already locked bootloader?
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Recently got an R800at from ebay that was unlocked (first ever smartphone, woo). I was able to use my dad's sim card no problem, and dialing the number for the settings window showed no column stating whether the bootloader was allowed to be unlocked or not - according to some threads I've read, users who had unlocked Plays also had the same experience, leading me to believe my bootloader was indeed unlocked.
After following the Gin2Jellybean guide, I managed to brick my phone today (stuck on sony ericsson text), but restored via downloading a stock rom off the internet and installing via flashboot (the SUS and pc companion were having issues - they said no software was available or I had the most up to date software).
Now it seems I goofed up a second time; I was following the Gin2Jellybean guide again when I realized I was following the version for locked bootloaders! I was already on step 4 to install CWM when I realized this, but I decided to just try to install doomlord kernel v14 as per normal and hope that the doomlord root toolbox from the locked bootloder tutorial that I had used wouldn't conflict with anything.
Upon reading the directions for doomlord kernal v14, I decided to double check that my bootloader was still the same as yesterday (before I had bricked my phone). As it turns out, I now have a column for bootloader, and it says unlocking is not allowed. So what's the deal, was my phone's bootloader actually unlocked in the first place, and if so, why is it not unlocked now? According to this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1720201), bootloader unlocking is permanent.
Here's the link to the guide I'm following: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1631144
Gonna go take the dog for a walk now and listen to some calm relaxing music... Hopefully I didn't screw myself over here.
So when you typed in that code, you got told that your bootloader can't be unlocked? If this is the case, you would have to pay to have it unlocked by someone such as Alejandrissimo. It may be that your bootloader was never able to be unlocked as i can't think of why that would change
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SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are two very different things, as you've probably found out by now; the r800at models can't be bootloader-unlocked with the free Sony method; you're going to have to pay someone, and it'll cost you at least $20. If you got one of the phones from the guy selling them for $105 on eBay, I'm pretty sure those are SIM-unlocked only.
If you don't want to pay extra, there's nothing wrong with keeping it locked; there're a few ROMs you won't be able to use, and you can't change your kernel, but for the most part you should have a good experience.
FEGuy said:
SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are two very different things, as you've probably found out by now; the r800at models can't be bootloader-unlocked with the free Sony method; you're going to have to pay someone, and it'll cost you at least $20. If you got one of the phones from the guy selling them for $105 on eBay, I'm pretty sure those are SIM-unlocked only.
If you don't want to pay extra, there's nothing wrong with keeping it locked; there're a few ROMs you won't be able to use, and you can't change your kernel, but for the most part you should have a good experience.
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Everything you said seems to be spot on. The only thing that doesn't add up is why there wasn't anything saying one way or the other whether my bootloader was unlocked yesterday, but now today there is.
And ya, I probably won't end up paying the $20; basically I just wanted to remove bloatware and have a nice looking interface. Besides the question about why there was nothing on my bootloader yesterday, can you say offhand whether my sim should still be unlocked? I don't have one nearby to test.
Go to the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#* and go to Service Info -> SIM lock. The bottom line should say SIM 0 if it's unlocked. As for why it wasn't showing the bootloader status, I don't know. I was having the same problem yesterday, on multiple ROMs, so perhaps it was added in some specific update.
Hi everyone,
today I sent my p20 lite to amazon for a problem with the screen (it would seem a line at the bottom of the screen with burnt pixels). My question is: since I was about to unlock the bootloader with the code provided by the site when it was still possible to request it, I can still use it even if the device is different or connected to the IMEI and then to unlock it I have to go through other methods ?
As far as I know, bootloader code is tied to the first imei on p20, if device/imei is changed, so bootloader code. Additionaly, if you get new device with newest system updates you can't get bootloader unlock, or if so, it will cost ya around 50usd (unless DC unlocker (5usd) starts working again with newest os), but I don't know whether those more expensive methods even work, some people claim that they are, but all looks quite fishy imo.
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okay, apparently, there's a way to unlock bootloader even with newest firmware - you need to downgrade os using this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p20-lite/how-to/root-how-to-install-update-t3841557 and then get code using DC unlocker
bootloader code works for your bootloader software (i once bricked my p9 phone so hard, i needet to reflash its software with testpoint method, after that, my bootloader code didnt work, used dc unlocker 4 euros, to see what code are, then i got different code for same phone with same imei etc.) so, if nothing drasticaly not changed with your mainboard softare, you need to be able to use unlock code you got.
Is this phone impossible to root or is there just a lack of interest in figuring out a way to unlock the bootloader? I love this phone but really miss the freedom I had on previous devices to install certain apps and run different roms. I've never had a device that has been out this long without a root available.
I guess what I'm asking is if I should consider going to a different device if there isn't a way to unlock the bootloader in sight or stick it out because it'll happen in the near future.
2kool2Bcruel said:
Is this phone impossible to root or is there just a lack of interest in figuring out a way to unlock the bootloader? I love this phone but really miss the freedom I had on previous devices to install certain apps and run different roms. I've never had a device that has been out this long without a root available.
I guess what I'm asking is if I should consider going to a different device if there isn't a way to unlock the bootloader in sight or stick it out because it'll happen in the near future.
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So far, no way to root it yet, I am stuck on the Sprint G7 myself and currently fighting with Sprint to allow me to swap to another device. I know it wont work but at least I am voicing my dissatisfaction of this device with the lack of timely updates (still on November security). If I had known now when I went to Sprint back then, I would have never chosen the LG G7. The phone itself is decent, hardware is good but lack of root, lack of bootloader unlock, and lack of timely updates make the device unusable in my opinion.
I personally am hoping I or someone else can find an exploit for ROOT and eventually bootloader but so far, not much traction has been made in that department.
I have a g710pm, running Android 8.0.0
I see in developer options there is a selection that says, "Enable OEM Unlock" wouldn't that unlock the bootloader?
jumpman95 said:
I have a g710pm, running Android 8.0.0
I see in developer options there is a selection that says, "Enable OEM Unlock" wouldn't that unlock the bootloader?
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Nope it will not limited fast boot won't let you run the command its basically useless
You can take a look at my post, there are all the models in my country to unlock BL and ROOT, but only in the hands of a few people, they do not intend to share this, and through this to get benefits, they provide remote unlocking and ROOT services , but need to pay, which is expensive for me, I don't know English, sorry, the reply is translated by Google...
Hey everyone! As I had said earlier, the rumors are true, most G7 variants can be bootloader unlocked. I searched many Chinese websites that had already shown rooted G7 phones but showed no clear methods besides "remote unlock services". Now the method is known! The engineering bootloader from a very unique AT&T V35 V35AWM model (abl_a and abl_b) is flashed via an Octoplus box on the G7 when in QDLoader 9008 mode. This guy from Ukraine motogvasyag posted his methods on 4pda.ru and are now on XDA here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g7-thinq/how-to/to-unlock-bootloader-root-models-t3928505
Please check out the thread, and do donate if you can. He is doing these Octoplus flashes for free.
**This method won't work on T-Mobile model (G710TM and others). I'll still be on the lookout for any T-Mobile methods.**
Hi all.
After Android 10.0.0 (QQ1A.200105.002),
is it impossible to unlock bootloader anymore? I've tried every unlock steps on XDA with current version, but failed.. Do you think it will be possible later?
Is there any way to get unlock code from Verizon or Google?
don't understand why need to follow Verizon device unlocking policy even I don't use Verizon network..
I bought it for developing frameworks and services but I didn't notice it is Verizon and Verizon's policy;;
Thank you.
CasperKH said:
Hi all.
After Android 10.0.0 (QQ1A.200105.002),
is it impossible to unlock bootloader anymore? I've tried every unlock steps on XDA with current version, but failed.. Do you think it will be possible later?
Is there any way to get unlock code from Verizon or Google?
don't understand why need to follow Verizon device unlocking policy even I don't use Verizon network..
I bought it for developing frameworks and services but I didn't notice it is Verizon and Verizon's policy;;
Thank you.
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The short answer is no. This topic has been brought up, and dismissed a few times already as many who have tried to find a reliable exploit, have simply given up. The P2XL will be 3 years old this October, so unless a very talented, creative code writer can find an exploit, I surmise that this topic will just quietly ride off into the sunset. Here is the latest thread that I know of if you wish to know more.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/zero-day-vzw-pixel-2-xl-root-t3977851
Having tried all the methods online (using adb comands and stuff) I can't figure out where exactly is it that i'm going wrong.
i have installed pixel usb drivers , SDK platform tools, Run the command right and yet it shows me an error.
Someone please tell me what do I need to do different as this method has worked out for almost everyone.
After the December update, this method no longer works.
But the Ukrainians have already come up with a new way.
Unfortunately, there are limitations in this unlocking method, but it's better than nothing.
Legion12 said:
After the December update, this method no longer works.
But the Ukrainians have already come up with a new way.
Unfortunately, there are limitations in this unlocking method, but it's better than nothing.
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thank you so much for this
helped alot
please let me know if u find a better fix
I just want to say that If paid off, there are 2 ways att and Verizon phones unlock. ATT: you can enter the phones IMEI into att's unlock portal. If it meets eligibility for unlock, they should unlock it. Verizon: their phones will unlock in 60 days since activation assuming the line that was used to activate pixel 6 for the first time is still active, of course. TellCulvers Survey