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Kitkat on Brazilian Moto X

This goes to all my fellow brazilians! I just got off the phone with Motorola support and they have confirmed that kitkat rollout for Brazilian phones will start this week. They do plan on having all phones updates by Christmas!
This is almost like a new company

Hope they do like they say cause at least our retail version of Moto X is exactly the same as AT&T model so this wouldnt have to be an issue to this so late update. with fingers crossed!

awesome! \o/

pacobahyba said:
This goes to all my fellow brazilians! I just got off the phone with Motorola support and they have confirmed that kitkat rollout for Brazilian phones will start this week. They do plan on having all phones updates by Christmas!
This is almost like a new company
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Hi.
I feel like Motorola is a new company... I've been a terrible experience with the first Moto Razr and now I'm very satisfied with Moto X.
But I'm not so patient... I followed some instructions on how to flash kitkat from at&t (xt1058) with relative succes... Relative because I had to unlock my bootloader... But I have no regrets!
I recommend it!

douglastabajara said:
Hi.
I feel like Motorola is a new company... I've been a terrible experience with the first Moto Razr and now I'm very satisfied with Moto X.
But I'm not so patient... I followed some instructions on how to flash kitkat from at&t (xt1058) with relative succes... Relative because I had to unlock my bootloader... But I have no regrets!
I recommend it!
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Hi, I'm new to Motorola devices. Rooting and going back to stock was fairly easy on Samsung phones. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 (terrible battery life, lag all around) and I'm pretty lost here now, haha hahaha. Why did you need to unlock the bootloader to flash the AT&T version? Isn't it the same model as ours? XT1058
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MaKTaiL said:
Hi, I'm new to Motorola devices. Rooting and going back to stock was fairly easy on Samsung phones. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 (terrible battery life, lag all around) and I'm pretty lost here now, haha hahaha. Why did you need to unlock the bootloader to flash the AT&T version? Isn't it the same model as ours? XT1058
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Hi MaKTaiL! Welcome to new Motorola! Actually these process are easy, the thing is have attention on it.
The need to unlock bootloader on Motorola phones is that you open your phone to any custom and offical rom´s made for it. When you have bootloader locked you´re locked to that especific region and software. As Kitkat from AT&T it check the bootloader of your phone to verify that is originally from AT&T so the software can be signed to it. As a phone with unlocked bootloader, it wont check this status and will let you flash the software.
did i made it clear? Hope it helps.

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Hi MaKTaiL! Welcome to new Motorola! Actually these process are easy, the thing is have attention on it.
The need to unlock bootloader on Motorola phones is that you open your phone to any custom and offical rom´s made for it. When you have bootloader locked you´re locked to that especific region and software. As Kitkat from AT&T it check the bootloader of your phone to verify that is originally from AT&T so the software can be signed to it. As a phone with unlocked bootloader, it wont check this status and will let you flash the software.
did i made it clear? Hope it helps.
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Yes. That clarified a lot. Thank you very much! I have a few more questions if you will. I read that rooting can be achieved without unlocking bootloader. I'm currently running the latest firmware. Can I use RockMyMoto from Moto X Toolkit to root it? What if I would like to go back to stock (unroot it), what do I have to do?

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Yes. That clarified a lot. Thank you very much! I have a few more questions if you will. I read that rooting can be achieved without unlocking bootloader. I'm currently running the latest firmware. Can I use RockMyMoto from Moto X Toolkit to root it? What if I would like to go back to stock (unroot it), what do I have to do?
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I really hope it is this year.. i hard from a motorola support ( from Moto Care App ) that they will start updating next year end of january!

MaKTaiL said:
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Yes. That clarified a lot. Thank you very much! I have a few more questions if you will. I read that rooting can be achieved without unlocking bootloader. I'm currently running the latest firmware. Can I use RockMyMoto from Moto X Toolkit to root it? What if I would like to go back to stock (unroot it), what do I have to do?
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Im glad that i could help!
Im sorry but i can clarified about root as i would like cause i dont do and really dont miss but i know that fact, you can read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2444957
Cheers!

MaKTaiL said:
Hi, I'm new to Motorola devices. Rooting and going back to stock was fairly easy on Samsung phones. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 (terrible battery life, lag all around) and I'm pretty lost here now, haha hahaha. Why did you need to unlock the bootloader to flash the AT&T version? Isn't it the same model as ours? XT1058
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The point is that Samsung devices already have bootloader unlocked or you will do it easily some time in the process to root, change kernel or things like that.
The Moto X comes with the bootloader locked for non developer devices, causing you to release these locks in order to flash some other carrier firmware.
Its simple as hell, but will cause you to loose the warranty.
Until now I'm patient about the Moto BR release time. But, if I see no efforts to release it until the end of this year, I will unlock and flash the at&t one... even tough the carrier name at top left notification sucks.
My guess is that camera had improve some how and I'm anxious to test it.

The only reason I need root is to install Cerberus app to system (really recommend it, two of my friends recovered their phones after they were stolen). But I still don't know if I should root it using the exploit or unlock the bootloader and flash SuperSU through a custom recovery. Still deciding,

That's great news ! I hope that Motorola do it.

Great news. But I'm kinda hopeless as even Rogers haven't released it yet.
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The first one to receive OTA let us know right away in this thread as well as post screen shots of the new update
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douglastabajara said:
Hi.
I feel like Motorola is a new company... I've been a terrible experience with the first Moto Razr and now I'm very satisfied with Moto X.
But I'm not so patient... I followed some instructions on how to flash kitkat from at&t (xt1058) with relative succes... Relative because I had to unlock my bootloader... But I have no regrets!
I recommend it!
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I forgot to ask you. Does AT&T firmware come with Portuguese language?
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MaKTaiL said:
The first one to receive OTA let us know right away in this thread as well as post screen shots of the new update
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I forgot to ask you. Does AT&T firmware come with Portuguese language?
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Yes, there is portuguese.
Actually, it comes with portuguese, French and Spanish, besides English.

douglastabajara said:
Yes, there is portuguese.
Actually, it comes with portuguese, French and Spanish, besides English.
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Good to know

MaKTaiL said:
Hi, I'm new to Motorola devices. Rooting and going back to stock was fairly easy on Samsung phones. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 (terrible battery life, lag all around) and I'm pretty lost here now, haha hahaha. Why did you need to unlock the bootloader to flash the AT&T version? Isn't it the same model as ours? XT1058
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I'm not sure if I really needed unlock the bootloader, but I have got some errors in the procedure and I thought that the problem could be the locked bootloader... Then I unlocked it and the problem was solved.
But I think that was a problem with my phone or something on my machine (I use a Macbook), because the procedure is intended to be done with locked bootloaders.

Guys, i just bought mine... there is some adjust i need to make at first, or just turn it on... and enjoy?

Villani10 said:
Guys, i just bought mine... there is some adjust i need to make at first, or just turn it on... and enjoy?
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Just turn it on and enjoy
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Guys, I heard a few people in this forum that battery life on kitkat is not that great. If I update it here, can I downgrade to 4.2.2 if I want?
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Any news?

Simplified Root for 4.4?

Has anyone simplified the root process yet for 4.4?

jideay said:
Has anyone simpliefied the root process yet for 4.4?
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For Locked Bootloaders: No.
For Unlocked Bootloaders: TWRP + SuperSU, can't be more simple then that.

OK thanks. I asume unlocking the bootloader is part of this thread? It's a bit much for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538896
I used wugs on my Nexus 10, and it was a breeze.

jideay said:
OK thanks. I asume unlocking the bootloader is part of this thread? It's a bit much for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538896
I used wugs on my Nexus 10, and it was a breeze.
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That's the problem with tool kits... They automate everything, you don't learn anything, and you're putting your device in their hands.... Just hoping all goes well.
I recommend doing everything yourself... The hard way I guess.. . And stay away from tool kits.
After you get through the steps, and again... And again... It all becomes a breeze... And you know exactly what you are doing to your device.
Sent from my Moto X cell phone telephone...

jideay said:
OK thanks. I asume unlocking the bootloader is part of this thread? It's a bit much for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538896
I used wugs on my Nexus 10, and it was a breeze.
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No. that thread is for rooting with a LOCKED boot loader. Has nothing to do with unlocking the boot loader.

New to Systemless Root. Question.

I have been rooting devices for years, most of them Samsung before my move to the Moto X Pure.
I have achieved systemless root. So far I've only used it to enable Sprint tethering, a simple build.prop edit.
What do I need to know before flashing roms? Can I flash roms as I normally would after my wiping protocols?
Thanks for any help in advance.
Ed

Rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?

osazeone said:
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?
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I did unlock the bootloader.
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osazeone said:
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?
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You're on XDA, unlock that bad boy!
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EdHicks said:
I have been rooting devices for years, most of them Samsung before my move to the Moto X Pure.
I have achieved systemless root. So far I've only used it to enable Sprint tethering, a simple build.prop edit.
What do I need to know before flashing roms? Can I flash roms as I normally would after my wiping protocols?
Thanks for any help in advance.
Ed
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Yes you can normally flash ROMs. As far as I know rooting dont have any effect on flashing ROM.

Root and Bootloader Unlock AT&T XT1097 on 5.1

The latest KingRoot now can root the ATT Moto X on 5.1 (for real this time). I had to factory reset my phone before KingRoot was successful.
First backup your stuff. Then download the latest KingRoot apk from their website and install the app. Open the app and click on root. It may take several tries but it will work. Once you have root download Sunshine and click through the prompts, allow root access, etc. Enter payment information and unlock the boot loader!

So many times have I been let down by this ... I don't know if I should try it and get my hopes up. I'll be devastated if it doesn't work. xD
Edit: Well, looks like I am going to have to find a magical unicorn to gift you for this information. Indeed it works! Thanks much!

Congrats guys! I'm really happy for you.
Finally you can unlock your bootloader either!

just rooted, unlocked bootloader and installed cm13, thanks so much!!

How did you unlock the bootloader? Did you use sunshine after rooting, or some other method?

ForTheSteel said:
How did you unlock the bootloader? Did you use sunshine after rooting, or some other method?
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I used sunshine after rooting with KingRoot.

theron1998 said:
I used sunshine after rooting with KingRoot.
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i did the same

Does Kingroot keep failing for anyone else? Tried factory reset, should I not be signing in after that reset? This is try 6 or 7 I think for me, failing each time.

pnewman98 said:
Does Kingroot keep failing for anyone else? Tried factory reset, should I not be signing in after that reset? This is try 6 or 7 I think for me, failing each time.
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I didn't sign in or set up my device other than WiFi to download KingRoot as I was just going to reset and install CyanogenMod right after unlock. KingRoot will probably take many tries before success, it took me about 10 tries.

awesome news for sure but unfortunately i cant afford the $25 price tag to get it unlock, hopefully i can get it unlock someway other

Is it only for AT&T? if so, VZW Moto X XT1060s will never be able to have BL unlocked or rooted..

247streetdoctor said:
Is it only for AT&T? if so, VZW Moto X XT1060s will never be able to have BL unlocked or rooted..
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KingRoot might work. You could try it.

247streetdoctor said:
Is it only for AT&T? if so, VZW Moto X XT1060s will never be able to have BL unlocked or rooted..
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Verizon has notified Motorola that XT1096 bootloaders can now be unlocked via Motorola process. This has been discussed here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/general/motorola-unlocking-verizon-moto-x-2014-t3291104

I too can confirm that this works. I just unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP Recovery, and I'm on my way to flashing a custom ROM. YAY!
Side note: Paying to unlock the Bootloader is Bologna!!!

iraqmilner said:
I too can confirm that this works. I just unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP Recovery, and I'm on my way to flashing a custom ROM. YAY!
Side note: Paying to unlock the Bootloader is Bologna!!!
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What is mean Bologna ?
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Yann68 said:
What is mean Bologna ?
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You speak spanish right? Bologna tanslates to salchichón. It is an expression that basically means mierda.
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zeifers said:
just rooted, unlocked bootloader and installed cm13, thanks so much!!
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Did you have the stagefright update installed that AT&T pushed out a month or 2 ago?

Abacus060 said:
Did you have the stagefright update installed that AT&T pushed out a month or 2 ago?
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I have that and this all worked for me.

Holy sweet jesus my bootloader is unlocked!!!
I was about to go buy a new phone so $25 was the much more affordable option.

could i get marshmallow?
Could I flash the x1095 pure firmware to get marshmallow by ota??

[Question] Is possible root without unlock bootloader?

I had two Motorola's phone before, and none of them was necessary unlock bootloader to be root. That is the reason why I'm asking this.
Can someone explain me, please, If it's not possible. What is the reason?
Thanks.

NO!!!

No.
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gunner007dc said:
Root without bootloader unlock requires 1 of 2 things.
1. A software/hardware exploit
2. An engineering boot image (a boot image that's signed but has relaxed permissions)
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And this might be a path to go:
https://threatpost.com/motorola-moto-g4-g5-vulnerable-to-local-root-shell-attacks/126155/
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gunner007dc said:
Root without bootloader unlock requires 1 of 2 things.
1. A software/hardware exploit
2. An engineering boot image (a boot image that's signed but has relaxed permissions)
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sigulda1 said:
And this might be a path to go:
https://threatpost.com/motorola-moto-g4-g5-vulnerable-to-local-root-shell-attacks/126155/
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I believe this was the method here. It was done on the G4 and G5.

I try it, but its impossible

That is good news, I won't update then, when (if) there is a ota.

Hi. I have the moto g5 xt1670. I don't want the oreo ota, but the update screen is annoying. How can I stop it? Should I unlock BL-Root-freeze the app? Can I just root without touching the BL? Please help. Thanks

mortadelax said:
Hi. I have the moto g5 xt1670. I don't want the oreo ota, but the update screen is annoying. How can I stop it? Should I unlock BL-Root-freeze the app? Can I just root without touching the BL? Please help. Thanks
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No.
I think I answered this in another thread of yours.
Edit: I did.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g5-plus/help/ota-update-rooted-t3688745/post79436519
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Wolfcity said:
No.
I think I answered this in another thread of yours.
Edit: I did.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g5-plus/help/ota-update-rooted-t3688745/post79436519
Sent from my Moto G5 Plus using XDA Labs
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Yes! I've launched several messages in case the threads are low on activity. I'm sorry.