I have a carrier unlocked G935PVPSACSF1 and in the dev settings I can tick the unlock bootloader option. How do I go about rooting at least. And possibly getting custom ROMs/recovery? Thanks for anyone who can help.
eheinzeiii said:
I have a carrier unlocked G935PVPSACSF1 and in the dev settings I can tick the unlock bootloader option. How do I go about rooting at least. And possibly getting custom ROMs/recovery? Thanks for anyone who can help.
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in order to root, you have to have a custom recovery, not the other way around. Flash TWRP in Odin and install magisk in TWRP.
If that didnt make sense, i can further explain.
youdoofus said:
in order to root, you have to have a custom recovery, not the other way around. Flash TWRP in Odin and install magisk in TWRP.
If that didnt make sense, i can further explain.
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Thank you very much for the reply. Are there any dedicated forums for the device I have. I'm having trouble with mine because it came from sprint. I have unlocked the carrier and it gives me the option to unlock the bootloader in the dev options.
eheinzeiii said:
Thank you very much for the reply. Are there any dedicated forums for the device I have. I'm having trouble with mine because it came from sprint. I have unlocked the carrier and it gives me the option to unlock the bootloader in the dev options.
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old thread, but it an aging phone
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-s7-edge/help/stable-root-sm-g935p-t3750992
If your model is from Sprint it's not bootloader unlocked. You cannot flash TWRP and magisk without an unlocked bootloader.
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Hi..
I just order an Unlocked Motorola Atrix 4G from Amazon.... They says it's unlocked and I can use any carrier (AT&T or T-Mobile or any GSM Carrier).. But my question is do that phone has unlocked Boot Loader too.
Amazon ship with that phone with Android 2.2 on it and i want to Put custom ROM on it...
Can any one guide me to Find out what should i do first...
How to find out bootloader is unlocked or not... and how to flash CM7 on it.?
No phone EVER comes stock with an unlocked BL, unless it's specifically designed to be a development phone.
Also, why do people always confuse bootloader lock and SIM/carrier lock?
Thank You
ravilov said:
No phone EVER comes stock with an unlocked BL, unless it's specifically designed to be a development phone.
Also, why do people always confuse bootloader lock and SIM/carrier lock?
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Thank you for quick reply....
So I have to Unlock BL to flash custom ROM on it or just Root..?
samecin said:
Thank you for quick reply....
So I have to Unlock BL to flash custom ROM on it or just Root..?
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Both I think. My Atrix came unlocked, but I had to root and unlock the bootloader.
samecin said:
Thank you for quick reply....
So I have to Unlock BL to flash custom ROM on it or just Root..?
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You can root without unlocking the bootloader, but you need to unlock it to flash custom ROMs.
is there anyone to help me that How to install CWM/TWRP on my Galaxy S4 i337 rooted running Android 4.4.4 Kitkat NJ4.
Last time i tried to install TWRP with ROM Manager and my phone was briked than i flashed official ROM with Odin.
Please help me.
Thanx.
Does your phone have a locked bootloader? if it does, cwm or twrp can't be installed.
Bootloader Status.
audit13 said:
Does your phone have a locked bootloader? if it does, cwm or twrp can't be installed.
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I Think My Bootloader Is Locked.
But I'm Not Conformed About My Boot Loader.
Please Tell Me Is There Any Way To Check Bootloader Status (Locked/Unlocked)
audit13 said:
Does your phone have a locked bootloader? if it does, cwm or twrp can't be installed.
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Hello, did any of you solve anything? I have exactly the same problem. In addition, I have no idea how to check the bootloader status. I really want to get a custom ROM, such as CM. Is there any way? I do have ROOT. I found something in this thread, but I'm not even a little bit smarter after reading that. (Sorry, I can't post links, as I'm new on XDA and it doesn't let me. Please Google "Is there any way to simply check the current status of the bootloader (locked or unlocked)? " - sorry, can't think of another way, it will take you there. THANKS!
ShapeCZ said:
Hello, did any of you solve anything? I have exactly the same problem. In addition, I have no idea how to check the bootloader status. I really want to get a custom ROM, such as CM. Is there any way? I do have ROOT. I found something in this thread, but I'm not even a little bit smarter after reading that. (Sorry, I can't post links, as I'm new on XDA and it doesn't let me. Please Google "Is there any way to simply check the current status of the bootloader (locked or unlocked)? " - sorry, can't think of another way, it will take you there. THANKS!
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Te Us About Your Mobile.
Model Number?
Android Version?
To Find It Just Go To Settings> More> About Phone. Or Power Off Your Phone And Switch On Your Phone Into Download Mode By Pressing Home+Volume+Power Keys At The Same Time.
Brought the Nexus 6p and wanna root it but wanted to ask do I need to unlock the bootloader to root, and what does a unlocked bootloader do compared to rooting.
Also do I lose anything such as finger print when rooting or unlocking bootloader? As this was the case with my old Samsung and I don't wanna ruin this phone.
Sorry if this has been answered but I googled alot and found mixed answers
In order to root you have to unlock your boot loader.. Unlocking your boot loader has no effect on the fingerprint scanner..
Make sure you read the general section of you plan on rooting.. Once you root you can stay with the stock rom or install custom roms.
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barnabyoshea said:
Brought the Nexus 6p and wanna root it but wanted to ask do I need to unlock the bootloader to root, and what does a unlocked bootloader do compared to rooting.
Also do I lose anything such as finger print when rooting or unlocking bootloader? As this was the case with my old Samsung and I don't wanna ruin this phone.
Sorry if this has been answered but I googled alot and found mixed answers
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To gain root access you need to install SuperSU, to install SuperSU you need TWRP recovery, to install TWRP recovery you need an unlocked bootloader. An unlocked bootloader just allows you to flash images to the partitions on your device. It's all in my guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
Heisenberg said:
To gain root access you need to install SuperSU, to install SuperSU you need TWRP recovery, to install TWRP recovery you need an unlocked bootloader. An unlocked bootloader just allows you to flash images to the partitions on your device. It's all in my guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
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Thanks for the info, I've rooted and installed custom ROMs on Sony's and Samsung's but never even had a Nexus so thanks for the clarification
grneyez said:
In order to root you have to unlock your boot loader.. Unlocking your boot loader has no effect on the fingerprint scanner..
Make sure you read the general section of you plan on rooting.. Once you root you can stay with the stock rom or install custom roms.
Sent from my Nexus 6P using XDA Forums Pro.
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Thanks for verifying the fingerprint, I wasn't sure if it was like Samsung and Knox , think I'll root soon as
Are there any other features that get removed with root/unlocking bootloader, and I assume warranty gets put back if you put it all back to factory IMG?
barnabyoshea said:
Are there any other features that get removed with root/unlocking bootloader, and I assume warranty gets put back if you put it all back to factory IMG?
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No, everything works. And your warranty isn't affected.
Heisenberg said:
No, everything works. And your warranty isn't affected.
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Thank you so much, nice to know
Heisenberg said:
No, everything works. And your warranty isn't affected.
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I thought you will lose android pay?
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Raydee35 said:
I thought you will lose android pay?
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Yes, Android Pay will not work with root.
Heisenberg said:
Yes, Android Pay will not work with root.
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There are some custom ROMs that support Android Pay.
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Heisenberg said:
To gain root access you need to install SuperSU, to install SuperSU you need TWRP recovery, to install TWRP recovery you need an unlocked bootloader. An unlocked bootloader just allows you to flash images to the partitions on your device. It's all in my guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
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Perfect guide i ever seen
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Heisenberg said:
Yes, Android Pay will not work with root.
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ohwell always preferred my card, tried following your guide for rooting and the fastboot devices command does nothing, i was in bootloader, both adb version and adb devices work. ive untinstalled sdk and reinstalled ive tried in ptp mode ive changed usb and uninstaled and reinstalled phone divers. im on windows 10, any help would be greatly appreciated
Hey all.
I've a question. In GT-i9500, is there the need to unlock bootloader as in Motorola devices before flashing custom ROMs. Or it comes with it's bootloader pre-unlocked?
Would be very glad on your response
Thank You!
munimjaffer said:
Hey all.
I've a question. In GT-i9500, is there the need to unlock bootloader as in Motorola devices before flashing custom ROMs. Or it comes with it's bootloader pre-unlocked?
Would be very glad on your response
Thank You!
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in I9500 we can update bootloader and go back to old without problems and we can flash roms without need to unlock
Verizon and AT&T devices usually have locked bootloaders. Everything else should be unlocked.
Ngadhnjim said:
in I9500 we can update bootloader and go back to old without problems and we can flash roms without need to unlock
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thanks alot for ur reply
GDReaper said:
Verizon and AT&T devices usually have locked bootloaders. Everything else should be unlocked.
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Then we should first of all unlock bootloader before flashing roms?
Unless the S4 is a US model sold by AT&T or Verizon, which yours isn't, the bootloader will be unlocked. That means being able to update the bootloader, radio, and installing custom ROMs, as previously stated. Keep in mind the following: Samsung does not use fastboot, thus any commands you could use on a Motorola device will not work on a Samsung device. You will have to use Odin.
munimjaffer said:
Then we should first of all unlock bootloader before flashing roms?
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i dont known for verzion ,he ask for i9500
munimjaffer said:
Then we should first of all unlock bootloader before flashing roms?
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I-9500 came with factory unlocked bootloader.
If your phone really is i-9500 as you said,
install the custom recovery like TWPR or CWM via odin and
flash the custom rom of your choice via the custom recovery.
sway8966 said:
I-9500 came with factory unlocked bootloader.
If your phone really is i-9500 as you said,
install the custom recovery like TWPR or CWM via odin and
flash the custom rom of your choice via the custom recovery.
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Ok thanks
l have a question if my i9500 says secure download enabled does that mean its bootloader locked +++
Asked and answered already in this thread. Unless your S4 is an SGH-I337 or SCH-I545 (AT&T and Verizon respectively) your bootloader will not be locked.
I've tried just about every major root app, various versions of Odin, ADB won't flash TWRP.... I've tried everything. This is my firmware version: g950usqs7dtb1. I realize it's a binary 7 because I've never had the option to turn off the auto software update. Am I screwed with a binary 7 firmware for a while?
Also, another question: I installed a combination file, and had to frantically search to get my firmware package back. Eventually found it on some semi-shady site, and had to pay about ten bucks for it. Is it possible for it to have a trojan? Some things are not working correctly, like I can't get my weather app to recognize the GPS and the swiftkey can't download a language pack.
Edit: Forgot to mention, ATT is the carrier. Not sure if that matters. Also, any help would be so much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
See my other posts. Locked bootloader no twrp for you
TheMadScientist said:
See my other posts. Locked bootloader no twrp for you
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Ok, I appreciate your help. Are you saying I need to flash other firmware which will remove the locked bootloader? The trouble is I have to flash binary 7 firmware and that's hard to find. Or are you saying I'm just screwed? Please tell me clearly. Sorry man, I'm pretty new to all this.
uberdad said:
Ok, I appreciate your help. Are you saying I need to flash other firmware which will remove the locked bootloader? The trouble is I have to flash binary 7 firmware and that's hard to find. Or are you saying I'm just screwed? Please tell me clearly. Sorry man, I'm pretty new to all this.
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You are screwed. If you look in the syndicate thread below. You can root 7.0 on bit 7. But as for custom ROMs,kernels. Actual twrp your screwed. This devices bootloader is permanently locked and is not unlockable
You can gain SU based system only root. To add things live viper for android. Some system debloat. But that is it. You are also limited to nougat. No root for oreo or pie. No los based ROMs if you are looking for custom you need a F model or a different device.
TheMadScientist said:
You are screwed. If you look in the syndicate thread below. You can root 7.0 on bit 7. But as for custom ROMs,kernels. Actual twrp your screwed. This devices bootloader is permanently locked and is not unlockable
You can gain SU based system only root. To add things live viper for android. Some system debloat. But that is it. You are also limited to nougat. No root for oreo or pie. No los based ROMs if you are looking for custom you need a F model or a different device.
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Wow, that sucks. Thanks for the feedback.