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Motorola today launched the program to unlock bootloader on moto devices.
Only 4 models are supported atm, but we can hope for the future (for milestone 2 too)
Look here:
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I saw it ont he portal. Hope we don't have to wait too long in order to have it.
fugitifduck said:
I saw it ont he portal. Hope we don't have to wait too long in order to have it.
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Fingers crossed
So if they do unlock the M2's bootloader, what can we expect? Still running Endless GB & I don't know how much more an unlocked bootloader can improve the situation...
terayder said:
Fingers crossed
So if they do unlock the M2's bootloader, what can we expect? Still running Endless GB & I don't know how much more an unlocked bootloader can improve the situation...
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Tezet posted in his CM10 thread about what it brings to unlock the bootloader, and from memory it's :
- newer custom kernels
- no need for boostrap anymore, we could use more "regular" recovery (like all other phones)
- easier hardware support
- possibility probably to reformat the phone partitions
- more and easier customization instead of "fiddling" with the phone;
But he said too to not expect that for the MS2, and that he thought that the only chance for something "like" that for the MS2 was probably Kexec (a bootloader hijacker which would allow quite some things).
Ashareth said:
But he said too to not expect that for the MS2, and that he thought that the only chance for something "like" that for the MS2 was probably Kexec (a bootloader hijacker which would allow quite some things).
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To confirm that and not to burst anyone's bubble
http://androidcommunity.com/motorola-has-no-plans-to-unlock-older-devices-20120822/
Not gonna happen for older devices i.e. for MS2 as well
So it seems that LG is finally officially unlocking the bootloader.
So far only on some G4s but i think this will come also to the G3.
source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_now_ship...and_it_is_starting_with_the_g4-news-12496.php
ucraiova88 said:
So it seems that LG is finally officially unlocking the bootloader.
So far only on some G4s but i think this will come also to the G3.
source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_now_ship...and_it_is_starting_with_the_g4-news-12496.php
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Hopefully this gives us a UX 4 port sooner, at least until I save up for the G4. [emoji14]
Very good news thanks LG ..but are this will come also to the G3.????
So i was just curious...
Is there anything we can't do with bump unless we have unlocked bootloader?
reza1995live said:
So i was just curious...
Is there anything we can't do with bump unless we have unlocked bootloader?
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Maybe A different operating system like Win10. or change boot screen to remove Powered by Android?
Many possibility by unlocking Bootloader
JustPlayingHard said:
Maybe A different operating system like Win10. or change boot screen to remove Powered by Android?
Many possibility by unlocking Bootloader
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I hope so
Here is LG's Bootloader unlock website. I guess keep an eye out here for when they add more devices, hopefully they add the G3.
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?resourceId=RS00000875
So what(if any) implications will an official bootloader unlock have for those who have Bump'd? Will ROM dev's have to provide two versions of their ROMs - one for official unlock and one Bump'd?
I guess we can all use flashtools unroot unbump and start from scratch, if we do get a boot loader unlock from LG
This will never come to the US due to carrier restrictions. If you are outside of the US, there might be a small glimmer of hope.
sic0048 said:
This will never come to the US due to carrier restrictions. If you are outside of the US, there might be a small glimmer of hope.
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That stinks.
Don't buy this crappy xioami.
Nowadays xioami LOCKed BOOTLOADERs
Start from RN3 RNP Mi4c
The rest will be lock too.......VIA STOCK ROM
Hugo Barra is smart
We are stupid includes me. Bcos I bought new RN3
then only learned that bootloader is LOCKed
Too much hustle to unlock.
For so many many days past by waiting for unlock code
So what, just apply for unlock and wait. For this price of hardware it's worth it. I hope there will be some reasonable custom AOSP rom.
Gibol666 said:
So what, just apply for unlock and wait. For this price of hardware it's worth it. I hope there will be some reasonable custom AOSP rom.
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See the thing is by their terms just because you request one doesn't mean you will get it. It is up to them.
As for aosp I wouldn't count on it, most developers won't touch their devices nor do they support them.
zelendel said:
As for aosp I wouldn't count on it, most developers won't touch their devices nor do they support them.
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Why shouldn't we cont on developers to work on this ROM? I see that the Redmi 2 has plenty of custom ROMs available right here on XDA forum.
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They locked the bootloader for a reason. There has already been reports of Xiaomi refusing to provide an unlock code to users.
Most roms for Xiaomi devices are ports at best with the one exception being the one CM supports. Development teams know this, and on top of their constant gpl violations leave a bad taste.
Don't get me wrong. I hope things work out but in ref to aosp based development there won't really be much
Can anyone tell me what is bootloader for?, why is it important to unlock it?
http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile...-bootloader-on-android-phones-complete-guide/
I've recieved the unlock confirmation today. Now just waiting for developer rom to be released
Gibol666 said:
I've recieved the unlock confirmation today. Now just waiting for developer rom to be released
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Well, so it IS possible!
For how long did you wait?
Eleven or twelve days, not that long compared to 3weeks+ that some people reported
Gibol666 said:
I've recieved the unlock confirmation today. Now just waiting for developer rom to be released
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Is it really need to unlock bootloader in other to flash developer ROM?
I know a lot of mi4 owners who regularly use weekly developer without haven't ever unlocked their bootloader.
So is it really necessary for our redmi3 to unlock the bootloader in other to flash developer ROM?
Cause I really like to remain virgin while being able to ***** around ?
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No. You got it wrong. You need to flash the developer ROM in order to unlock bootloader ( to be able to flash other ROMs.)
Gibol666 said:
No. You got it wrong. You need to flash the developer ROM in order to unlock bootloader ( to be able to flash other ROMs.)
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so let me get this straight, i don't need to unlock bootloader in order for me to use Global ROM or Developer ROM, but if i want to use other ROM (Custom), i need to unlock it. How about if i want to root?
spiderclan said:
so let me get this straight, i don't need to unlock bootloader in order for me to use Global ROM or Developer ROM, but if i want to use other ROM (Custom), i need to unlock it. How about if i want to root?
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Nope, rooting the device has nothing to do with the locked bootloader. But I am not entirely sure if there is a way to root the redmi 3 just yet.
Unlocked bootloader is needed for:
- Custom roms that don't use the stock kernel
- Custom kernels
- Non stock-based roms (CM for example)
unlock confirmation received
I've recieved the unlock confirmation today.
What must I do to unlock the bootloader?
The sms says:" Your unlock request has been approved. Go t XXXXXX to download the unlocking tool"
Thanks in advance
felison69 said:
I've recieved the unlock confirmation today.
What must I do to unlock the bootloader?
The sms says:" Your unlock request has been approved. Go t XXXXXX to download the unlocking tool"
Thanks in advance
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http://en.miui.com/unlock/download_en.html
Download Mi Unlock, BUT....
http://en.miui.com/thread-202290-1-1.html
Here you can read that :
2. The unlocking procedure only supports MIUI China developer version (6.1.12 or later version) currently. MIUI China stable version will get supported in future updates
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So we need to wait for the dev. rom for redmi 3.
According to this thread should be out anytime soon :
http://en.miui.com/thread-228054-1-1.html
BUT....
Update*
[Developer rom has been out for awhile and the latest version is now 6.2.24. However, it is currently not due for public release. Fret not as even with the latest developer rom, boot loader cannot be unlock yet as Redmi 3 has yet to be integrated into MIUI Unlock System.
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No unlock yet =(
I am a bit confused about this locking. On most phones i had i initially booted them into fastboot then flashed TWRP then via TWRP flashed custom roms (zips). So which part did they lock ? Fastboot so you cannot flash TWRP or the bootloader itself(TWRP,CWM,etc) (theoretically you could flash it but not access) ? Thanks for clarifying for me.
csman said:
I am a bit confused about this locking. On most phones i had i initially booted them into fastboot then flashed TWRP then via TWRP flashed custom roms (zips). So which part did they lock ? Fastboot so you cannot flash TWRP or the bootloader itself(TWRP,CWM,etc) (theoretically you could flash it but not access) ? Thanks for clarifying for me.
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You can't flash anything at will with it locked. Even in Fastboot it won't work unless signed by Xiaomi. And they are not giving everyone unlock codes. Mainly if you mention you want to remove miui. Also if you are not active in their forums they won't do it.
zelendel said:
You can't flash anything at will with it locked.
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Nonsense. You can flash (unofficial) full roms using fastboot in download mode, no problem at all...
Only flashing in fastboot mode (recoverys, xposed, custom kernels) wouldn't work with locked bl.
I also don't like the idea of locked bootloaders but, well... you do it once, use unlocked roms and are happy with it. not big of a deal, so stop whining...
Had it on my Razr i, now on the Redmi 3. Got my approval for it after not even 2 weeks at the beginning of february, now waiting for the suitable dev rom to unlock.
Just let it all settle a bit, the device by now is just too fresh out...
zelendel said:
They locked the bootloader for a reason.
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The reason was to prevent resellers from preinstalling tampered roms.
All,
Due to the recent accidental leak of Samsung eMMC vendor commands allowing write to protected eMMC areas, we are now able to write CID values on production devices.
@beaups has written an awesome tool called 'SamsungCID' (found here: https://github.com/beaups/SamsungCID). This tool is based off the research of @ryanbg . This makes the process all the simpler for developers to understand/port functionality!
I have built this tool from his source, and used it on a multitude of devices that use a Samsung eMMC. It works without flaw on the Moto G (Second Generation), Galaxy S5 (VZW/ATT, though, ATT doesn't have a Developer Edition that I am aware of, though, it still could work, I need a tester, PM me, or Telegram me @npjohnson), and many, many other devices form a variety of manufacturers..
How does this apply to you?
The Note 4 uses a Samsung eMMC, and has a Developer Edition. This means that it is vulnerable to this exploit.
How can you help this progress?
You can't.
Currently, the CID writes 'successfully', and persists across reboots, but one of the registers isn't fully flushed. I am working on a module that will flush the register and allow for the Developer Edition Aboot to be flashed via ODIN.
Now, you may ask "How could we load modules, I thought that was impossible?", the short answer is, it is. At least, without what we found (or, rather, stumbled across).
We have the device kicking into Developer Edition using the CID write, and a hardware modification, which we stumbled across (demo: here, credits to @PaulPizz for spending late nights testing the various things I would throw at him, and having the balls to do some dangerous stuff that I personally believed would permanently brick his device). This method is volatile, dangerous, and quite honestly, shouldn't work. When I am confidently able to prove how it works, I will release details on my blog: here. Until then (shouldn't be more than a month, but as always, this is a free time project, and could be put on hold for real life, as I am busy with Cyber Security competitions).
What will most likely be the course of action once I release:
- Change CID to a provided Developer Edition CID
- Use hardware mod to flash/boot the custom kernel I have build to enable module loading (or maybe I'll build the function into the kernel itself, haven't decided yet)
- Either load the module, or call the function (if the latter, I'll write a binary to do so)
- Revert the hardware mod
- Flash Developer Edition Aboot via ODIN
This should be bootloader version agnostic, but, as always, beware updates, and, I'd stay away from any incoming MM updates on all locked carrier variants if you want to retain the ability to use this. If Samsung can update the eMMC firmware using those vendor commands, they can sure as heck change them the same way. Then the ability to do this goes away entirely.
You may be asking, "Can I donate to progress?"
Well. Sort of. Beaups asked that all donations go to the Make a Wish Foundation, or @ryanbg (as he is getting hitched , may you forever 'make cooking' Ryan! Haha.).
If you'd like to donate to me, know that it is not for the CID write, but instead, the work and research put into getting this all worked out for this device. I will also be dividing any donations sent to me with my tester, as he has spent a fair bit of time on this, as have I.
@npjohnson I have two devices s4 and note 4 both from Verizon, I'm in Brazil right now so I don't know if it makes a difference but I'm able to use temporary root in my note 4 so if you want any help give me a shot, I'm not a developer but engineer so any you need from me to get this rooted count me
OMG Could it be?
npjohnson said:
All,
Due to the recent accidental leak of Samsung eMMC vendor commands allowing write to protected eMMC areas, we are now able to write CID values on production devices.
Beaups has written an awesome tool called 'SamsungCID' (found here: https://github.com/beaups/SamsungCID). This makes the process all teh simpler!
I have built this tool from his source, and used it on a multitude of devices that use a Samsung eMMC. It works without flaw on the Moto G (Second Generation), Galaxy S5 (VZW/ATT, though, ATT doesn't have a Developer Edition that I am aware of), and many, many others.
How does this apply to you?
The Note 4 uses a Samsung eMMC, and has a Developer Edition. This means that it is vulnerable to this exploit.
How can I help this progress?
I need a few thing to make this work:
- A few testers with Production devices, and root (temp-root should work fine) -- I will contact these people individually, do not ask here to test.
- One person with a Developer Edition that has root (need an aboot dump, and them to run one command).
If any of you know of someone with a Developer Edition, please get them in contact with me. I can be reached on Hangouts, or on Telegram (@npjohnson).
PLEASE do not post your CID publicly.
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So you are saying this might be a path to perm root?
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So you are saying this might be a path to perm root?
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Not only root but unlock bootloader please encourage anyone to help
The android gods have sent us a miracle
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I have a locked Verizon note 4 I'm willing to help
@npjohnson Im willing to help. I have been around the block a few times testing for other developers. I am on 5.1.1 and can hold temp root with Kingroot for about 15 minutes.
Edit: I can role back to 5.0 if needed.
@npjohnson
I believe these are some note 4 developer files. Hope this helps
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=28873
@Venom0642 - Awhile back I think you said you had a developer addition note 4. Do you still have one? Can you help?
howellcp said:
@Venom0642 - Awhile back I think you said you had a developer addition note 4. Do you still have one? Can you help?
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Sorry mate look at my Sig i been on Note 5 since it came out, so i don't have any Note 4.
Running On Samsung Galaxy Note 5 N920A Wicked Deadly Venom Theme
also willing,
have a retail Verizon,
on LP but can roll back to kk
I have a dev ed Note Edge BUT I bought it used and the previous owner blew retail firmware into it, so aboot is destroyed. Strange thing, though, I'm able to get perm root with the latest kingroot on 5.1.1.
If that's useful to you, I'm down if you're down!
h00rj said:
I have a dev ed Note Edge BUT I bought it used and the previous owner blew retail firmware into it, so aboot is destroyed. Strange thing, though, I'm able to get perm root with the latest kingroot on 5.1.1.
If that's useful to you, I'm down if you're down!
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If you have a backup of that old aboot, then yes. Feel free to jump in on the thread I added in the Note Edge XDA forum.
kerfex said:
So you are saying this might be a path to perm root?
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Bootloader Unlock, so yeah, permanent root, though, I don't know if write protection will still be active, but we can hope.
PaulPizz said:
@npjohnson
I believe these are some note 4 developer files. Hope this helps
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=28873
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It would... if you knew whose aboot that was, and they were around to dump their CID. Track them down, then we'll talk.
@morgej, please see original post.
Just out of curiosity, correct me if this is lame thinking or not worth trying but would it be possible to change the cid to turn the device into lets say another variant in order to utilize something like CROM.apk or to odin another variants tar files to oem unlock a device?
elliwigy said:
Just out of curiosity, correct me if this is lame thinking or not worth trying but would it be possible to change the cid to turn the device into lets say another variant in order to utilize something like CROM.apk or to odin another variants tar files to oem unlock a device?
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You could, but the device 99% wouldn't boot.
Plus, you do realize developer editions are unlocked? Why would you want to flash to another variant to oem unlock? Literally the same thing.
Rom-Addict said:
also willing,
have a retail Verizon,
on LP but can roll back to kk
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Please Hangouts message me if you have adb set up, and can use it.
Alright guys, a new exploit is great, but let's not get our hopes up just yet. How many times have we had our collective hearts broken over situations almost exactly like this one?
I really really hope this turns into something useful, but for now, I'm assuming it's just a flash in the pan.
Zues532 said:
Alright guys, a new exploit is great, but let's not get our hopes up just yet. How many times have we had our collective hearts broken over situations almost exactly like this one?
I really really hope this turns into something useful, but for now, I'm assuming it's just a flash in the pan.
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1. I believe this will work. I tired to help but suck at adb now apparently.
2. No need to post if you don't believe. Just ignore
Zues532 said:
Alright guys, a new exploit is great, but let's not get our hopes up just yet. How many times have we had our collective hearts broken over situations almost exactly like this one?
I really really hope this turns into something useful, but for now, I'm assuming it's just a flash in the pan.
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Well. Why don't you read the paper?
All devices that:
1. Use a Samsung eMMC (allows CID write)
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2. A Developer Edition (allows you to supply a developer CID, and use their aboot)
Are vulnerable.
Question it if you will, but I am packaging things up as I write.
have adb setup but it's been awhile
I see a lot of roms and root threads in the general galaxy s7e discussion forums but i see only 1 rom listed under the t-mobile variant. Are the other roms not going to work on G935t? or will they work but theres no point having multiple threads?
im coming from almost entirely nexus stuff before so this phone is still rather new to me with how locked down it is.
shrimants said:
I see a lot of roms and root threads in the general galaxy s7e discussion forums but i see only 1 rom listed under the t-mobile variant. Are the other roms not going to work on G935t? or will they work but theres no point having multiple threads?
im coming from almost entirely nexus stuff before so this phone is still rather new to me with how locked down it is.
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Tekv2 and Echoe are the only ones.
Personally and suggestion, i'll head up for TEKV2
This phone is locked down like Fort Knox. The locked bootloader was a big disappointment for ROM and root lovers, especially for early adopters like me.
Dr. Fed said:
This phone is locked down like Fort Knox. The locked bootloader was a big disappointment for ROM and root lovers, especially for early adopters like me.
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I thought we had gotten past that? Or is it just that we have root but the bootloader itself is still locked?
shrimants said:
I thought we had gotten past that? Or is it just that we have root but the bootloader itself is still locked?
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Nothing has changed. We have root because of an engineering kernel that allows root commands. But bootloader will not allow us to flash anything that isn't developed or approved by Samsung.