Carrier Moto X (5.1 Lollipop) Root Bounty Thread - X 2014 General

Since we're not getting the update to Marshmallow, might as well make a root thread so we could potentially see it in the future.
I'll add $15 dollars to each model.
$ For Each​
Verizon (XT1096):
Donations removed; official bootloader unlock provided by Motorola!
AT&T(XT1097):
$15 from SpeedsterPaul
$10 from josh8227
$30 from thencamedroid
Republic Wireless(XT1094):
U.S. Cellular:
$5 from KillerKellerjr
Total: $290

Republic Wireless XT1094 maybe

Is that also not getting updated/has a locked bootloader? I'll add it in.

I'm confused I thought you could already root both the Verizon and AT&T models after paying for an Unlock Code? Is this not true? If anything I heard the price went up. It used to be $20 then after Moto's bull**** announcement the price is now $45 for Sunshine Unlock or whatever.

BootlegZani said:
I'm confused I thought you could already root both the Verizon and AT&T models after paying for an Unlock Code? Is this not true? If anything I heard the price went up. It used to be $20 then after Moto's bull**** announcement the price is now $45 for Sunshine Unlock or whatever.
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If you have verizon or at&t with android 5.1 it can't be unlocked through any methods currently. If you have 5.0 or 4.4.4 sunshine does work.
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AGISCI said:
If you have verizon or at&t with android 5.1 it can't be unlocked through any methods currently. If you have 5.0 or 4.4.4 sunshine does work.
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Yes I figured this out from another thread on XDA. This is sad. I should have already unlocked and rooted long ago. Now I am boned. Official 5.1 on Verizon Moto X.

$20 for root on 5.1 xt1096 verizon

Count me in: 20$ Verizon (XT1096) from Azortje.

$25 for root on vzw 5.1
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For which model?
Also, it's nice to see this thread off to a good start! Hopefully some devs get on the project soon.

I'm in for $20... XT1096... Need tether again
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I'll go 40 dollars for the Verizon and 10 dollars for the AT&T.

You guys do realize that it does not matter if it's verizon, at&t, or whatever carrier. As long as root can be found for 5.1 that does not require bootloader unlock it will work for ALL variants. You don't need to seperate money for each variant.
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I'm seperating them just in case there is some stange exploit with a Verizon or AT&T app.

SpeedsterPaul said:
Since we're not getting the update to Marshmallow, might as well make a root thread so we could potentially see it in the future.
I'll add $15 dollars to each model.
$ For Each​
Verizon (XT1096):
$15 from SpeedsterPaul
$20 from Azortje
$25 from Rossco_Pee
$20 from firewater88
$40 from josh8227
AT&T(XT1097):
$15 from SpeedsterPaul
$10 from josh8227
Republic Wireless(XT1094):
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You do realize there is all kinds of speculation now that we might get marshmallow after all since the Wi-Fi authority certs are done for Verizon and att models.
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Marshmallow or not, want (need) root on 5.1 base. I'm sure they will keep it just as locked down on 6.0 as it is right now.
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I got 15 for VZW moto x 2016
Just want to unlock my BL

I got 15 vzw carrier version.
What are we going to do exactly with it?
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Put me down for $25 for the Verizon XT1096, and if I can free up more than that, I'll speak up with a new amount.

Put down $30 for AT&T XT1097.

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Cheapest way to buy Moto Maker Moto X?

The Moto Maker customization is available now (11/11/13) on all major carriers (Sprint, At&t, Verizon and T-Mobile). I have searched Wirefly and they have it for $20 with a two-year contract but no Moto Maker option. Amazon has it for $50 but also no Moto Maker option. I will be ordering 2 for Sprint, with a new contract. If any one has found a cheaper alternative it would be highly appreciated. :thumbup:
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mangordi89 said:
The Moto Maker customization is available now (11/11/13) on all major carriers (Sprint, At&t, Verizon and T-Mobile). I have searched Wirefly and they have it for $20 with a two-year contract but no Moto Maker option. Amazon has it for $50 but also no Moto Maker option. If any one has found a cheaper alternative it would be highly appreciated. :thumbup:
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You can only buy a customized Moto X via motomaker.com so it's highly unlikely you'll find a better price.
mangordi89 said:
The Moto Maker customization is available now (11/11/13) on all major carriers (Sprint, At&t, Verizon and T-Mobile). I have searched Wirefly and they have it for $20 with a two-year contract but no Moto Maker option. Amazon has it for $50 but also no Moto Maker option. If any one has found a cheaper alternative it would be highly appreciated. :thumbup:
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Your best option for a cheaper Moto X is going to be getting a used one on eBay/swappa/craigslist with the colors you like. You can get a used one for $300-$400.
mangordi89 said:
The Moto Maker customization is available now (11/11/13) on all major carriers (Sprint, At&t, Verizon and T-Mobile). I have searched Wirefly and they have it for $20 with a two-year contract but no Moto Maker option. Amazon has it for $50 but also no Moto Maker option. I will be ordering 2 for Sprint, with a new contract. If any one has found a cheaper alternative it would be highly appreciated. :thumbup:
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When you go to Check Out through the Moto Maker website there's an option to enter a promo code. Though my Google searches have been fruitless, there may be a code available to get a discount of some kind. If you find one, I'd appreciate a post to let us know. I'll do the same.
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Can someone help me out with this? I have the same question. Looking to get a Moto X, where would be the best place to buy one? Also, since I am looking to use it in a different country, what options do I have?
TIA
8_8 said:
Your best option for a cheaper Moto X is going to be getting a used one on eBay/swappa/craigslist with the colors you like. You can get a used one for $300-$400.
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Sounds good!
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unlock moto x
Anyone know if I buy a moto x from moto maker without contract, is it already unlocked? I plan to get the tmobile version. Just wondering if the no contract one still has the t-mobile logo on it.
brusko1972 said:
Anyone know if I buy a moto x from moto maker without contract, is it already unlocked? I plan to get the tmobile version. Just wondering if the no contract one still has the t-mobile logo on it.
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Yes it is unlocked and no tmobile logo. It's just an unlocked phone with all the necessary tmobile bands. It doesn't even have any tmobile bloatware, pure unlocked moto x.
kirdroid said:
Yes it is unlocked and no tmobile logo. It's just an unlocked phone with all the necessary tmobile bands. It doesn't even have any tmobile bloatware, pure unlocked moto x.
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Does the tmobile version have wcdma aws bands 1700 and 2100? I plan to use it on the wind mobile network here in canada.
10% Code posted on droid life
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/11/12/use-coupon-code-thankyou10-through-motomaker-orders-and-save-10-on-a-custom-moto-x/
GreenMunky said:
When you go to Check Out through the Moto Maker website there's an option to enter a promo code. Though my Google searches have been fruitless, there may be a code available to get a discount of some kind. If you find one, I'd appreciate a post to let us know. I'll do the same.
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THANKYOU10 code gives 10% off all orders through MotoMaker.
I'm one of the people getting "Not Applied" when using the code. I called Motorola and they assured me the code was only for accessories even though I told them multiple times people were purchasing phones with it. Apparently I'm just imagining things and this entire article and all of the comments below it are a figment of my imagination. Thanks for notifying me about my insanity, Motorola.
jtc276 said:
I'm one of the people getting "Not Applied" when using the code. I called Motorola and they assured me the code was only for accessories even though I told them multiple times people were purchasing phones with it. Apparently I'm just imagining things and this entire article and all of the comments below it are a figment of my imagination. Thanks for notifying me about my insanity, Motorola.
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Ordered mine yesterday, and my wife's today, both with the 10% discount code. It dropped the 32Gb price to $135, plus a $10 Google Play credit, so not a bad deal at all. Too bad they're out of the car docks now...
Black Friday may yield better prices and you buy a code in the stores to use on Moto Maker.
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[Verizon, AT&T, locked bootloader variants] (4.4.2 Root) Bounty Thread: $845

I'd like to start another bounty thread. This time, the pot o' money goes to whomever successfully roots AND disables write protection on 4.4.2 for the MotoX locked bootloader variants.
Two ways we can do this--you can either go here to this Google Drive spreadsheet and add your XDA Username and amount pledged: LINK HERE
Alternatively, you can just comment with the amount you pledge in this thread. However, I ask that if you comment on this thread--that you don't add it to the spreadsheet. If you comment on this thread, I will manually add your information into the spreadsheet. No need for you to do both.
Don't feel obliged to pledge large amounts of money! Any amount is fine. $1? $5? $100? Doesn't matter! Something is better than nothing; your pledge is much appreciated by everyone who wishes to achieve root on our devices!:highfive:
If you pledge any amount--it is expected that you pay that amount. If this bounty is claimed, I'm sure a lot of work went into figuring out how to root our phones; therefore, it is only morally correct for you to hold your end of the bargain. Do not pledge an amount if you do not intend on paying it.
Current Bounty
$845
$15
I'm in!
$10
(Verizon)
$20 for Verizon
$10 (ATT)
$20 Verizon
You guys don't need to worry about what carrier. Typically, if there is an exploit for Verizon, then the same exploit exists on AT&T and vice versa.
Keep Root?
Is it possible to use OTA Rootkeeper or SuperSU to keep root from 4.4 to 4.4.2? I also have the non-DE VZW variant.
Down for $10. I'm on reddit with the same username.
Reserved Name said:
Is it possible to use OTA Rootkeeper or SuperSU to keep root from 4.4 to 4.4.2? I also have the non-DE VZW variant.
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I think so--but you won't have Write Protection disabled; this makes root semi-pointless.
25 bucks.
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Donate $25
$25 for bootloader unlock or meet op requirements. Preferably bootloader unlock.
count me $5
dmiramon said:
$25 for bootloader unlock or meet op requirements. Preferably bootloader unlock.
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There is another thread for bootloader unlock. Honestly--that will probably never happen. So, take that as you will.
$10
$15, Verizon. I have the same username on Reddit.
$25 (same as reddit)
add $10 from me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/pledge-bounty-moto-x-bootloader-unlock-t2493862
Merge threads...
cocchiararo said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/pledge-bounty-moto-x-bootloader-unlock-t2493862
Merge threads...
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That is for unlocking the bootloader, this thread is for 4.4.2 root. Two different things.

Deal alert!

TMO has the Nexus 6 both 32 and 64 for $100 off.
Would this be a normal Nexus 6 or like the AT&T one that would be locked?
I want to get this for Google Fi.
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T-Mobile's Nexus 6 is totally unlocked, would be the same as buying from the Play Store except only T-mobile would have the IMEI (so theoretically you will not be able to get a new Verizon SIM as Verizon will not add non-Verizon IMEIs to their database).
So it would work on Fi?
I guess I should just wait as I would like to have one that I could use on any carrier
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shamelin73 said:
So it would work on Fi?
I guess I should just wait as I would like to have one that I could use on any carrier
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Yes it will work on Fi. There are only 2 versions of the Nexus, US and International. Any Nexus sold in the US supports the same bands and will work fully on any US carrier. The only differences you will see are carrier logos on the models bought from AT&T and Verizon.
So if i got it from t-mobile I should be fine.
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joshm.1219 said:
Yes it will work on Fi. There are only 2 versions of the Nexus, US and International. Any Nexus sold in the US supports the same bands and will work fully on any US carrier. The only differences you will see are carrier logos on the models bought from AT&T and Verizon.
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Except that the ATT version is carrier locked to ATT (unless you pay in full, and get the unlock code)
Well I'm a new owner of a Nexus 6 midnight blue 32 gig courtesy of Best Buy matching T Mobile's price I was really wanting a 64 gig but I've never put over 20 gig on my current moto X 2014. Now to recoup some of my money my 2014 Moto X will be posted on Swappa.
Hope others can get this deal too
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I just bought mine in store last week.... Anyway I can get tmo to give me a credit or am I Sol?
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EeyoreSyndrome said:
I just bought mine in store last week.... Anyway I can get tmo to give me a credit or am I Sol?
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Pretty sure they'll honor it since you're still under the 15 day grace period.
Call them up.
Exel said:
Pretty sure they'll honor it since you're still under the 15 day grace period.
Call them up.
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what he said
I guess I should just wait as I would like to have one that I could use on any carrier
I bought my nexus 6 from amazon in April. I emailed customer service and was able to get them to price match. At first they denied my request stating that Amazon doesn't price match. But if u are persistent they will refund u the difference.
T-Mobile bloatware
I would buy this to use with my StraightTalk SIM.
Do the T-Mobile versions (even full retail price) have the usual carrier drawbacks - T-Mo bloatware, long wait for firmware updates, etc - relative to the non-carrier version? I've used custom ROMS with other phones in the past, but would like to keep this stock if possible.
After having a chat with a CS rep, they said I have to return the phone, to reprocess the order, and re-buy a new phone to get the promotional $100 off..... smells fishy to me
On top of that there's the $50 restocking fee, so I'd only net $50 for what should simply be a $100 price adjustment/account credit. Should I try reaching out to T-Force? Why does life always have to be so hard? Do I have to be an asshole???
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I purchased my Nexus 6 64GB from Amazon about 2 weeks ago for $734. I took me a few tries but I finally got through to the correct department for Cell Phone price match and got them to price match T-Mobile at $599. You just need to be persistent.
Unless dealing with tmobo themselves...as my situation.
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I just bought mine in store last week.... Anyway I can get tmo to give me a credit or am I So
From what T-Mobile said to me, we need to return the phone and re-ring the transaction to get the $100 promo price. And then we pay $50 restocking fee even though we are keeping our own phones..... If you find out otherwise krozu, lemme know.
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shamelin73 said:
Well I'm a new owner of a Nexus 6 midnight blue 32 gig courtesy of Best Buy matching T Mobile's price I was really wanting a 64 gig but I've never put over 20 gig on my current moto X 2014. Now to recoup some of my money my 2014 Moto X will be posted on Swappa.
Hope others can get this deal too
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Yeah I got the same deal today got inventive since it was after T-Mobiles business hours lol
I am actually going into the store to pick one up today. Been holding out since it was a little steep for a nexus, but with 100 off it seems like the right price now... cannot wait to get back to nexus...

$179.99 Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (6045I-2AALUS7) 5.5" Display, 16GB Unlocked GSM

$179.99 Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (6045I-2AALUS7) 5.5" Display, 16GB Unlocked GSM
http://www.staples.com/Alcatel-OneT...roid-Smartphone-Gunmetal-Gray/product_1985848
Walmart and Amazon can both have pricematch requests.
Staples coupons are usually easy to acquire but unsure if they apply to the phones.
This version is sim unlocked and with no contract as opposed to the cheaper cricket version (which I understand is going for $109 if you port in a number and are willing to sign a contract [for the phone, if you quit early you have to pay full price]. (cricket users if this info is inaccurate in any way please speak up).
famewolf said:
http://www.staples.com/Alcatel-OneTouch-Idol-3-6045I-2AALUS7-5-5-Display-16GB-Unlocked-GSM-Quad-Core-Android-Smartphone-Gunmetal-Gray/product_1985848
Walmart and Amazon can both have pricematch requests.
Staples coupons are usually easy to acquire but unsure if they apply to the phones.
This version is sim unlocked and with no contract as opposed to the cheaper cricket version (which I understand is going for $109 if you port in a number and are willing to sign a contract [for the phone, if you quit early you have to pay full price]. (cricket users if this info is inaccurate in any way please speak up).
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Who told you that?
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adeptustech said:
Who told you that?
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It was mentioned on slickdeals.net however it's since been clarified that Cricket will not give you an unlock code for at least 6 months after purchase...additionally no one has successfully reported (on slickdeals) getting an unlock code from a 3rd party site to work on that phone with cricket as the provider.

Temp Root Verizon Bounty

Already started a bounty for unlocking the bootloader but @jcase says that if we can find a temp root method he will release a new unlock method. I'm down to donate $150.
mrjaydee82- $150
cam30era- $50
MArtyChubbs-$50
honzel- $50
igloohed73- $50
calripkenturner- $50
zengfu94- $30
defvayne- $30
jackzhu- $50
chapelfreak- $50
scvjohnny- $50
harman2- $30
NepoRood- $50
robo_kill- $60
keaheng- $50
wilnotdie- $50
Mash1996- $100
bill.in.detroitX- $50
SquaredDev- $125
jakegub- $50
Total- $1175
@mrjaydee82,
I'm in for $50 for temproot that leads to bootloader unlock solution. Thanks for setting this up.
Edit: I'm selling my XL on swappa. Please remove my contribution. And best of luck...
cam30era said:
@mrjaydee82,
I'm in for $50 for temproot that leads to bootloader unlock solution. Thanks for setting this up.
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Of course...I really miss developing ROMs..plus once this phone is unlocked again I'll be keeping it forever as a backup device even after getting the next pixel which will be bought from Google this time lol
mrjaydee82 said:
Of course...I really miss developing ROMs..plus once this phone is unlocked again I'll be keeping it forever as a backup device even after getting the next pixel which will be bought from Google this time lol
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I am in for $50 :fingers-crossed:
Im in for $50 if it releases his verizon bootlock workaround
I'll put up $50 here too.
$50 from me as well
$30 from me.
honzel said:
Im in for $50 if it releases his verizon bootlock workaround
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$30 for the same.
i will 50$
50 from me as well!
chapelfreak said:
50 from me as well!
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Thank you...added you to the list
I'm in for $50.
I think root for Verizon pixel is worth $50.
Me too $30
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harman2 said:
Me too $30
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Added you thank you
Add me for at least $50, I won't survive long with a locked down phone :good:
please add me to the list too, I'll throw in an additional $60. I can't wait to unchain my verizon pixel xl
I'm rooting for you guys, no pun intended, but I wouldn't hold my breath. If you really want an unlocked Pixel, you should probably list your current phone for sale on Swappa or your local Craigslist, and buy a Google version or Verizon one that has already been unlocked.
It's getting close to the July update...another developer I'm talking to found some vulnerabilities that might lead into a Temp Root...I would turn off automatic updates for the moment as they might be patched...I'll keep you all updated if it leads to something or not
mrjaydee82 said:
It's getting close to the July update...another developer I'm talking to found some vulnerabilities that might lead into a Temp Root...I would turn off automatic updates for the moment as they might be patched...I'll keep you all updated if it leads to something or not
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Good luck! Keep us updated please.. hourly.
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