Me and this guy was talking about unlocking the bootloader by modifiying the .bin in an ota file and to my surprise he apparently was able to unlock the Pixel 2. Maybe this will work for those in on a Verizon Pixel 1 so give this a shot!
From all I can tell your just unlocking the critical partition with the command "Fastboot flashing lock_critical" then it allows for you to unlock. Refer to this thread and good luck!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2/help/maybe-stupid-question-verizon-pixel-2s-t3726294
Couldn't be this easy, so many devs have looked into this.
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FUZER384 said:
Couldn't be this easy, so many devs have looked into this.
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I too think this is too easy but if it works it works.
I don't see how you can modify an OTA and still pass the the cert signing check and update checker.
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I don't see how you can modify an OTA and still pass the the cert signing check and update checker.
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That is what is interesting me but it seems another person has done the same and it worked.
I don't even have Verizon or the Verizon pixel, but I'm curious if this works too lmao.
Didn't for me on my pixel. Says cannot be unlocked
abranson said:
Didn't for me on my pixel. Says cannot be unlocked
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I see is this on the Pixel XL or just the Pixel ?
5 inch. I wouldn't think it would matter
abranson said:
5 inch. I wouldn't think it would matter
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It just seems that all the success stories of the Pixel 2 are of the smaller verison and not the Pixel 2 XL so I didn't know if one or the other would work better. Also what error did it give you?
Edit: the critical part is an XL command only so try
Fastboot lock
Or
Fastboot flashing lock
The flashing lock-critical said it wasnt a valid command, so tried the lock_critical. Already locked and did nothing else. Also if changed to unlock_critical, fails and says unlocking is not allowed ,
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The flashing lock-critical said it wasnt a valid command, so tried the lock_critical. Already locked and did nothing else. Also if changed to unlock_critical, fails and says unlocking is not allowed ,
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How about fastboot flashing lock or flashing unlock
Did those too. The oem unlocking not allowed came up. Can't toggle oem unlocking switch, so idk
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Did those too. The oem unlocking not allowed came up. Can't toggle oem unlocking switch, so idk
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I don't understand this comment maybe a typo?
Oem unlocking toggle under developer options is greyed out. When you input those commands, it says failed, and says unlocking is not allowed. I'm not at a PCat the moment, but I can do again tomorrow, and take a pic
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And I was under the impression the critical command was only for pixel 2 and 2xl, so Idk. I have latest adb and fastboot
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Oem unlocking toggle under developer options is greyed out. When you input those commands, it says failed, and says unlocking is not allowed. I'm not at a PCat the moment, but I can do again tomorrow, and take a pic
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And I was under the impression the critical command was only for pixel 2 and 2xl, so Idk. I have latest adb and fastboot
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I thought the critical command was just a Android Oreo thing not specific to the Pixel 2's
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I thought the critical command was just a Android Oreo thing not specific to the Pixel 2's
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For Pixel 2: To flash the bootloader, Pixel 2's boot loader must be updated to at least Oreo MR1's version first. This may be done by applying an over-the-air (OTA) update, or sideloading a full OTA with the instructions on that page.
For Pixel 2 XL only: the critical partitions may also need to be unlocked before flashing. The unlock can be performed with this command, and should NOT be done on other devices:
fastboot flashing unlock_critical
Looks like this exploit does not work for the original Pixel. Bummer waste or a thread, good luck to those still trying to unlock.
try this, take Sim out and scratch out gold plating square closest to cut in one corner. reinsert Sim, reboot phone and adb/fastboot first then try activate oem unlock.sean
petiolarissean said:
try this, take Sim out and scratch out gold plating square closest to cut in one corner. reinsert Sim, reboot phone and adb/fastboot first then try activate oem unlock.sean
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I'm confused what this would do, would you like to elaborate more.
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Hey guys, I'm trying to fastboot OEM lock (in fastboot) however all I get is this error..
" Failed: flashing lock is not allowed"
Any tips?
I'm not sure, as I just used "fastboot oem lock" just fine a few days ago.
Try with lowercase "oem". Might not make a difference, but I know I for sure use lowercase.
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I'm not sure, as I just used "fastboot oem lock" just fine a few days ago.
Try with lowercase "oem".
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Thanks for the reply! The upper case OEM was just autocorrect. I am typing in all lower case..
Fyi, I flashed back to stock recovery. Not sure if that means anything..
mazubo said:
Thanks for the reply! The upper case OEM was just autocorrect. I am typing in all lower case..
Fyi, I flashed back to stock recovery. Not sure if that means anything..
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Yeah, mine let me lock it with TWRP installed, although it wouldn't let me into recovery or boot the phone, so I had to simply unlock it again, flash the stock recovery, and lock it for it to wipe and do it's thing.
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Another thought, are you in a bootloop and that's why you are trying to lock it?
If not, maybe you turned the setting off in developer options that allows OEM unlocking?
Since if that's off the error you get is very similar:
"Failed: flashing unlock is not allowed"
ArkAngel06 said:
Yeah, mine let me lock it with TWRP installed, although it wouldn't let me into recovery or boot the phone, so I had to simply unlock it again, flash the stock recovery, and lock it for it to wipe and do it's thing.
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Another thought, are you in a bootloop and that's why you are trying to lock it?
If not, maybe you turned the setting off in developer options that allows OEM unlocking?
Since if that's off the error you get is very similar:
"Failed: flashing unlock is not allowed"
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No bootloop here. Just the error when trying to lock..
mazubo said:
No bootloop here. Just the error when trying to lock..
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Did you check the setting in developer options to see if unlocking is allowed?
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Did you check the setting in developer options to see if unlocking is allowed?
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Yes, I'm trying to lock. The option is greyed out, stating "device is already unlocked"
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Yes, I'm trying to lock. The option is greyed out, stating "device is already unlocked"
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That's also wierd, since mine is unlocked and allows me to turn it on and off at will.
Although the way your option is makes more sense. Just strange that it's different.
ArkAngel06 said:
That's also wierd, since mine is unlocked and allows me to turn it on and off at will.
Although the way your option is makes more sense. Just strange that it's different.
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Very weird indeed! I have never had issues locking a phone before..
I know this will sound like the silliest imaginable attempt at an answer, but having unlocked and locked plenty of phones and having watched plenty of people in this forum try to answer these sorts of questions sensibly, I'm just going to skip to the nonsensical answer I've heard people say "worked for them".
Nonsense answer: Are you by any chance trying this from a USB 3.x port rather than a USB 2.x port? If yes, then try a USB 2.0 port. I suppose the same is worth a try using the official dash cable as well.
Everything you and Arkangel have said makes total sense. Mine also doesn't show the dev "unlock" setting once it is unlocked, so that doesn't seem an issue. Of course, you should have the original stock recovery installed, but you do, so check/try that crazy thing I said and good luck.
Hey guys, I found this quick and tidy way to get a fastboot console inside the bootloader. You can use it to do stuff like "fastboot format (partition)", etc.
GUIDE:
Go to fastboot mode on your Pixel XL
Open a CMD on the computer in fastboot directory and write in "fastboot flash bootloader pixelcustombootloader.img" (make sure the bootloader is in the directory or else it will not flash!)
Download: s000.tinyupload.com/index.php?file_id=44700284262726497364
Note: I am NOT responsible if this screws up anything.
Also I do NOT know if theres and copyright trouble with this, if there is, Mods go take this down.
I wonder if this is the bootloader that was seen in screenshots that was used to downgrade a Verizon pixel to unlock it?
DR3W5K1 said:
I wonder if this is the bootloader that was seen in screenshots that was used to downgrade a Verizon pixel to unlock it?
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If the bootloader is locked you can't flash anything or boot anything that isn't signed by Verizon/Google/whoever.
As far as I know there's never been a downgrade workaround available where pixel8 wasn't patched, but could be wrong.
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If the bootloader is locked you can't flash anything or boot anything that isn't signed by Verizon/Google/whoever.
As far as I know there's never been a downgrade workaround available where pixel8 wasn't patched, but could be wrong.
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There was a guy positing pictures of someone from a cell phone shop where he was recording the procedure that they did to his phone it was a signed bootloader that allowed him to downgrade for an unlock. It was labeled HTC which people thought was weird.
DR3W5K1 said:
There was a guy positing pictures of someone from a cell phone shop where he was recording the procedure that they did to his phone it was a signed bootloader that allowed him to downgrade for an unlock. It was labeled HTC which people thought was weird.
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Eh.. 3rd party pictures that don't come with a detailed "how to" are 99% BS or marketing.
Like I said I'm not all knowing but I'm pretty in touch with the goings-ons of the pixel and have never heard of a downgrade method for a locked bootloader.
If this shop has a private method of doing so then they sure as hell wouldn't let someone take pictures of the process.
Yea like u said the guy said they were spy shots that he snuck in. Probably bs like you said. I could careless for myself my Verizon pixel is unlocked. Feel bad for those stuck locked though. Wishful thinking I suppose.
Yeah, don't flash your bootloader with anything other than stock google imgs. If your bootloader is messed up, how do you get into fastboot to fix it? Can't change slots either afaik.
Thanks for sharing, this has loads of potential - could be used on-the-go to temporarily recover from the freeze/reboot glitch (flashing stock images tends to lower the probability of the glitch for a day or two), plus we could actually have tetherless TWRP support for Oreo with this as you could use it to fastboot boot the TWRP boot img.
That being said, I'm reluctant to flash a random bootloader on my phone with no info on where it came from. Did you make this? If so is it a patched version of the most recent bootloader? If not, where'd you find it? We need more info.
WARNING: This should not be done lightly. This could brick your phone if not done properly. I take no responsibility for anyone's actions or phones. I'm just relaying my findings and the process I used to unlock my Google Store bought Pixel 2. This process will not work with a Verizon bought Pixel 2. (see note at end)
WARNING: This process will erase all content on your Pixel 2. Essentially do a factory reset.
1. Backup your Pixel 2 first. Before doing anything just make sure you have up to date backup for your device data as well your files such as images, pictures, videos or documents.
2. Have already installed ADB and Fastboot Setup on your PC.
3. Make sure your device is charged.
4. Enabled USB debug and OEM Unlock option from the device settings under the "Developer Mode" menu.
You will have to enable Developer Mode. Do this by tapping the Build Number under "System", "About Phone" 7 times.
You can now unlock you Google Pixel 2 Bootloader.
1. Connect your Pixel 2 phone to your PC and wait for drivers to be installed.
2. Now go to ADB and Fastboot Folder then do Shift + Right Click to select Open Command Prompt Here.
3. Boot your Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL to bootloader mode using this: adb reboot bootloader
4. Now to unlock your phone enter this command in terminal: fastboot flashing unlock
5. On your phone allow the device to be unlocked by selecting Yes using power keys and power button to confirm.
6. Your phone will not reboot with a warning that your bootloader is unlocked and can't be verified (this is normal). Your device with erase all content and reboot a second time.
7. Your phone will now be at the same state it was as a new phone to set up.
I have not seen of a method to root the Pixel 2 yet. If the procedure is similar to the Pixel this should put you into a position to root your phone without having to erase all your data to unlock your bootloader first.
NOTE ON VERIZON BOUGHT PIXELS:
I don't know if this process will work with the Pixel 2 or not. This is how I unlocked the bootloader on my Verizon bought Pixel. I bought mine very early on. It was right after they patched the work around we had to unlock the Verizon bootloaders. I did not let Verizon turn on the phone when I purchased it. I removed the micro-sim when I got it home before turning the phone on. I then went through the above process to unlock my bootloader. With the Pixel the blocking of the "OEM Unlock" seemed to happen after it connected to the Verizon network. With the Pixel 2 it won't let you "OEM Unlock" the phone unless you are connected to to the internet at a minimum. So this may not work for the Pixel 2.
Anyone who doesn't know this already should never unlock their bootloader.
Agreed. I just posted this for those wondering if there were differences in the process between the Pixel and Pixel 2. At least Google kept it the same. Now we just need a TWRP for the Pixel 2 to finish the root.
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Unlocking will break safetynet right?
Can I expect that to be resolved after someone develops a method to root?
bjgood said:
Unlocking will break safetynet right?
Can I expect that to be resolved after someone develops a method to root?
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That is correct. For the Pixel they had a kernel that would disable the safetynet check and return a pass whenever an app would check. We'll have to wait and see what happens for the Pixel 2.
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Agreed. I just posted this for those wondering if there were differences in the process between the Pixel and Pixel 2. At least Google kept it the same. Now we just need a TWRP for the Pixel 2 to finish the root.
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I think at this point the best thing to do is flip the switch to allow bl unlock and leave it at that. I mean if you are going to root in the future. Until they release sources unlocking will break AP and security check apps. If you don't care about that then unlock the bl now since it will wipe the device in the process. That's the beauty of having a Verizon model. You can't do that so the pressure is off.
Has anyone tried this on a Verizon bought Pixel 2?
I would be interested to see if you put a non verizon sim in first, whether it would lock the oem unlock option
need proper thread
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I would be interested to see if you put a non verizon sim in first, whether it would lock the oem unlock option
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can you please provide me some good thread to solve this unlocking
Pixel2 bought from Google store; I had booted up with my VZW Sim card before reading this thread, but OEM unlock was not greyed out . Unlocked B/L with no issues.
Thanks for confidence to move ahead. Looking forward to root w/o a reset.
neuron617 said:
Pixel2 bought from Google store; I had booted up with my VZW Sim card before reading this thread, but OEM unlock was not greyed out . Unlocked B/L with no issues.
Thanks for confidence to move ahead. Looking forward to root w/o a reset.
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Can you specify which Pixel2 you bought? Was it specifically for VZW, or did you buy the GOOGLE version and drop your VZW SIM into it at home?
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Can you specify which Pixel2 you bought? Was it specifically for VZW, or did you buy the GOOGLE version and drop your VZW SIM into it at home?
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Bought from Google Store fearing anything from Verizon or Best Buy would be compromised. Had a VZW nano SIM from my Moto XPE, which I popped in, yes.
No there are actually two different models sold at the google store. one has a verizon sim and one doesn't.
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No there are actually two different models sold at the google store. one has a verizon sim and one doesn't.
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I bought the Google (non-Verizon) version from the Google store. I didn't want to take any chances even though Google says all phones purchased from them can have their bootloader unlocked. That was the way it was with the Pixel. I just popped my nano-sim from my old Pixel in my new Google version Pixel 2 and everything worked fine.
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Verizon model direct from Google cannot be bootloader unlocked.
See https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74271638&postcount=86
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Guys is there any way to do it when OEM unlock is grey?
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Guys is there any way to do it when OEM unlock is grey?
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No, there is not.
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No, thats a sign of it being a verizon version
Send it back, get a non Verizon model
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mine arrives tomorrow.. can't send it back though because has to be bought through best buy
Hello!, i managed to get the boot.img and i patched the boot.img with magisk but i cant test it becuase my phone have bootloader locked and i dont know how to unlock it.
I cant post links until i have 10 posts thats why i put a point at the beginning of the link
.drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m1ajF_GNtthYYV6SbeG0tQWSbxJGdCyD
if someone can tell me how to unlock the bootloader i will try by myself.
If it works please tell me in this post.
RlxDev said:
Hello!, i managed to get the boot.img and i patched the boot.img with magisk but i cant test it becuase my phone have bootloader locked and i dont know how to unlock it.
I cant post links until i have 10 posts thats why i put a point at the beginning of the link
.drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m1ajF_GNtthYYV6SbeG0tQWSbxJGdCyD
if someone can tell me how to unlock the bootloader i will try by myself.
If it works please tell me in this post.
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Have you tried unlocking the bootloader threw the developers settings thee option to unlock the bootloader is the 3rd or 4th option down, personally not tried it tho?
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Ash180287 said:
Have you tried unlocking the bootloader threw the developers settings thee option to unlock the bootloader is the 3rd or 4th option down, personally not tried it tho?
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Am sure your aware but if you don't know how to get to the developers menu, open settings, click system at the bottom, go to about phone, and then click your build number 7 times to unlock the developers options.
Ash180287 said:
Have you tried unlocking the bootloader threw the developers settings thee option to unlock the bootloader is the 3rd or 4th option down, personally not tried it tho?
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Am sure your aware but if you don't know how to get to the developers menu, open settings, click system at the bottom, go to about phone, and then click your build number 7 times to unlock the developers options.
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I didnt try anything until there is a guide of how to do it tested previously to avoid a possible brick.
RlxDev said:
Hello!, i managed to get the boot.img and i patched the boot.img with magisk but i cant test it becuase my phone have bootloader locked and i dont know how to unlock it.
I cant post links until i have 10 posts thats why i put a point at the beginning of the link
.drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m1ajF_GNtthYYV6SbeG0tQWSbxJGdCyD
if someone can tell me how to unlock the bootloader i will try by myself.
If it works please tell me in this post.
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Thanks for this, i would try this if i could unlock the bootloader, but i neither know how to do it.
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Hello!, i managed to get the boot.img and i patched the boot.img with magisk but i cant test it becuase my phone have bootloader locked and i dont know how to unlock it.
I cant post links until i have 10 posts thats why i put a point at the beginning of the link
.drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m1ajF_GNtthYYV6SbeG0tQWSbxJGdCyD
if someone can tell me how to unlock the bootloader i will try by myself.
If it works please tell me in this post.
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unlocking the bootloader is simple, it works exactly with the black shark helo, you enable the unlock in the developer section and then I have it in fastboot mode and you send the command "fastboot oem unlock" the smartphone will restart and make a factory reset and you will have the bootloader unlocked
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unlocking the bootloader is simple, it works exactly with the black shark helo, you enable the unlock in the developer section and then I have it in fastboot mode and you send the command "fastboot oem unlock" the smartphone will restart and make a factory reset and you will have the bootloader unlocked
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I tried today doing everything you say, but fastboot say command doesnt exist, maybe you have chinese version(I am using global version)
RlxDev said:
Hello!, i managed to get the boot.img and i patched the boot.img with magisk but i cant test it becuase my phone have bootloader locked and i dont know how to unlock it.
I cant post links until i have 10 posts thats why i put a point at the beginning of the link
.drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m1ajF_GNtthYYV6SbeG0tQWSbxJGdCyD
if someone can tell me how to unlock the bootloader i will try by myself.
If it works please tell me in this post.
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Enable developer function and enable OEM unlock function
pichitpongx said:
Enable developer function and enable OEM unlock function
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Did it worked for you?
I tried that and didn't work. I have global version
Anyone managed to unlock the boot loader on this phone? I would like to get one but need root.
adkilla said:
Anyone managed to unlock the boot loader on this phone? I would like to get one but need root.
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Ditto. Waiting on confirmation of root.
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Ditto. Waiting on confirmation of root.
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I'm also waiting for root confirmation, i have BS 2 Global and unlocking boot loader tutorial was posted by a skilled member, here is the link
https://forum.xda-developers.com/bl...ck-bootloader-problem-easy-t3895992?nocache=1
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Also here is a full guide to unlock Black Shark 2 and seems to be effective
Steps To Unlock Bootloader On Xiaomi Black Shark 2
1.) First Of We Need To Enable Developer Options
For That Go To Settings >> About Phone >> Now Tap On MIUI Version 6-7 Times
2.) Now Go Back >> Go To Advanced Settings >> Developer Options >> Enable OEM Unlocking & Tap On Mi Unlock Status
These Things You Have To Do It On Your PC/ Laptop
3.) Go To This Link >> Then You Will See MIUI Page Tap On Unlock Now >> Now Fill The Form To Get The Permission From Xiaomi
4.) Once You Applied you will get an OTP sent to your phone, Enter that OTP on your PC >> Then Hit Next. So, this way your application gets submitted
Now You Have To Wait Until You Get A Message On Your Phone Saying “You Are Eligible To Unlock The Bootloader”
Now Follow The Unlocking Procedure
6.) Once You Got The Message >> Next You Need To Download Mi Unlock Tool & Extract It
7.) After That Just Power Off The Device,>> Now Press & Hold Volume Down + Power Button At The Same Time To Boot Into Fastboot Mode
8.) Once Your Are In Fastboot Mode >> Connect Your Phone To PC/Laptop
9.) Now Open (Mi Unlock Tool) From Your PC/Laptop
10.) Next Click On Agree & Next Enter Your Mi-Account Username, Password And Sign In
Use Same Mi Account Details Which You Already Login Into Your Phone To Unlock Bootloader
11.) Hit Next >> After That Tap On Unlock
12.) Once The Process Is Done Tap On Reboot
13.) That’s It ? You Have Successfully Unlock Bootloader Of Xiaomi Black Shark 2
For tutorial link, you can PM me, i can't post it publicly to avoid any moderator ban
Update : **
No any solution above has worked with me, seems there is no active solution for unlocking boot loader of BS2. even developer around all sites doesn't offer effective solution.
The only 2 messages that you will get when you use adb are :
adb>fastboot flashing unlock
Error : Unlock is not allowed on device has sales on market!
adb>fastboot oem unlock
Error, Unknown command
Even MI tool couldn't unlock the bootloader, If Kanded can give a solution as he is a skilled member so it will be great help
Any update? Still waiting for the XBS2 unlocking bootloader and rooting it.
I have found this about patching MM:
https://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=1466079
I Hope enjoy, I have the same problem, BS2 global to root,
Anyone who tried unlocking bootloader and rooting bs2 using the bs helo? CN variant
has anybody got solution? I think this device has a potential to fullfill
So sad. Until now there's no TWRP and way to unlock bootloader of this device.
iampatricktan said:
So sad. Until now there's no TWRP and way to unlock bootloader of this device.
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Agree. I'm planning to switch to Red Magic 3 because there really is no sign of development on this device.
batuken said:
Agree. I'm planning to switch to Red Magic 3 because there really is no sign of development on this device.
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Yeah. I don't how can we encourage dev to look into this device, their are many users of this phone that wants to have twrp and root. Also this device is very powerful.
iampatricktan said:
Yeah. I don't how can we encourage dev to look into this device, their are many users of this phone that wants to have twrp and root. Also this device is very powerful.
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Black Shark is independent of Xiaomi when it comes to the software development. Their team just have to release the kernel source then that's when the real thing starts. Sadly though, the Black Shark team is very lousy and their support is very poor so let's just expect that this device will get stuck to Android Pie, like what happened to Black Shark 1 which development is "dead".
Please dd and pm me your frp, ftm, and if you are willing to, factory reset and then enable oem unlock, and send your userdata partition, all with the oem unlock allowed.
Thanks!
bump?
What is this needed for? I've upgraded to the 4XL but still have my 2XL for right now.
wgrant said:
What is this needed for? I've upgraded to the 4XL but still have my 2XL for right now.
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The request is probably for this thread. People are trying to use the recently rediscovered exploit to finally be able to bootloader unlock Verizon Pixel 2 XL phones.
wgrant said:
What is this needed for? I've upgraded to the 4XL but still have my 2XL for right now.
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On the LG V40 if the frp partition from a phone with the OEM lock flag triggered is dd'd to another device, the bootloader will allow unlocking, additionally, the ftm partition on the v40 seems to carry the imei so I assume the same is true for the Pixel, I'd understand if you didnt want to share that partition but I think if the phones imei registers as a Google store one, that could help trick it into working.
Is there any way an exchange can be done here for the Verizon software that enables WiFi calling, volte, voicemail, and video calling? Is that Verizon software out there somewhere? If you guys are trying to root and unlock vzw phones you'll be wiping and starting with a fresh phone anyway. Is that a good time to extract these files and provide them?
I have a Verizon Pixel 2 XL on Android 9 [last security patch]. Bootloader unlocked :good:
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I have a Verizon Pixel 2 XL on Android 9 [last security patch]. Bootloader unlocked :good:
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Could you follow this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2450045 to get frp and ftm partitions? Then PM them to @Whoareyou
Thanks again!
Unfortunately I already was able to get these from someone with a Google Store unlocked one, the dd'd partitions didnt stick through a reboot, and it wasnt able to oem unlock, ive been messing with the oemlock-bridge-client, so far chaning the device_lock status from 1 to 0 does nothing :/
shwise said:
Could you follow this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2450045 to get frp and ftm partitions? Then PM them to @Whoareyou
Thanks again!
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I updated to Android 10 Security Patch October 6 2019. But I will do what I can.
Whoareyou said:
Unfortunately I already was able to get these from someone with a Google Store unlocked one, the dd'd partitions didnt stick through a reboot, and it wasnt able to oem unlock, ive been messing with the oemlock-bridge-client, so far chaning the device_lock status from 1 to 0 does nothing :/
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Could you try flashing those from temp root, hard powering off (holding button) and then booting to BL?
shwise said:
Could you try flashing those from temp root, hard powering off (holding button) and then booting to BL?
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I'll try when I get home, but I don't know if it'll be any different than using the "reboot bootloader" command.
No offence but,why are people still trying to unlock/root the "unlockable/unrootable" variants of this phone? Its like what 3-4 years old? Like i get trying to root/unlock them when they 1st come out even though like come on you should've known by now. But now there are way better phones. Everyone is offering good deals for trade in's. I think its time to give up.
I would not have even rooted android 10 if Google music had a dark mode. (literally the only thing i use root for now) Oh and to fix the things google ****ed up like the lock and unlock sound and battery sound.
krolla03 said:
No offence but,why are people still trying to unlock/root the "unlockable/unrootable" variants of this phone? Its like what 3-4 years old? Like i get trying to root/unlock them when they 1st come out even though like come on you should've known by now. But now there are way better phones. Everyone is offering good deals for trade in's. I think its time to give up.
I would not have even rooted android 10 if Google music had a dark mode. (literally the only thing i use root for now) Oh and to fix the things google ****ed up like the lock and unlock sound and battery sound.
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I expect to get two more years out of this phone.... It'd be nice to have root options.
krolla03 said:
No offence but,why are people still trying to unlock/root the "unlockable/unrootable" variants of this phone? Its like what 3-4 years old? Like i get trying to root/unlock them when they 1st come out even though like come on you should've known by now. But now there are way better phones. Everyone is offering good deals for trade in's. I think its time to give up.
I would not have even rooted android 10 if Google music had a dark mode. (literally the only thing i use root for now) Oh and to fix the things google ****ed up like the lock and unlock sound and battery sound.
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It's 2 years old