Moto g5 plus bootloader not unlocking - Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers

I am trying to unlock my moto g5 plus bootloader but there is some error when I enter my string code in Motorola website. It says something like PUID error.
please help me I want to unlock bootloader and want to install TWRP in my moto g5 plus

Sammy1056 said:
I am trying to unlock my moto g5 plus bootloader but there is some error when I enter my string code in Motorola website. It says something like PUID error.
please help me I want to unlock bootloader and want to install TWRP in my moto g5 plus
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Have you removed all empty spaces?
You can put the string into that tool:
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/data_scrub
It will format the string for you.
(Use it on a PC)
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I tried it
I tried to remove all spaces but still it gives me error for unlocking bootloader.
It says identifier not qualify your device or some about PUID.

Sammy1056 said:
I tried to remove all spaces but still it gives me error for unlocking bootloader.
It says identifier not qualify your device or some about PUID.
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Have you tried the website tool I posted?
Is your device an Amazon branded one? Or carrier locked? Not all Motorola devices are allowed to have the BL unlocked (you can read that on the Motorola unlock site itself).
Please post a screenshot from the Settings - About phone page or at least
Software channel
Android version
Build Number
Patch level
from there.
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Sammy1056 said:
I tried to remove all spaces but still it gives me error for unlocking bootloader.
It says identifier not qualify your device or some about PUID.
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I usually copy the code/paste in wordpad, remove junk, then copy/paste on website.
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I unlocked a back up phone the other day, and got that error. Both the tool and removing spaces myself. Closed the browser, reopened, and went back to the site, and it worked with the code I had copied in notepad. Don't know why, just that it worked

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[GUIDE]Unlock Bootloader - Moto X (2014) [PURE VERSION ONLY]

UNLOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER​
THIS IS FOR PURE VERSION ONLY
NOTE: Unlocking the bootloader will Wipe/ factory reset your device, and will delete all personal data from your device such as apps, photos, messages, and settings.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Make sure to take a backup of your entire device data.
Download the Android SDK OR Download the Minimal ADB and Fastboot
Install the latest Motorola USB Drivers on your desktop. Download here.
Put your device in fastboot mode (power off, then press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously).
Open Command Prompt on androidsdk/platform-tools/ (Hold Shift and right click and press open command window here)
Connect your Phone to PC
Type this in the CMD prompt window - fastboot oem get_unlock_data
You will get a return string. Copy it. [Right Click-Mark- Mark the text by pressing the shift key-Now press Ctrl+C]
Paste all the lines together in a notepad. Remove the empty spaces.
Now go to the Motorola Site.Sign in using your Google account or Motorola ID. Scroll down the page and paste the copied string in the field at step #6. Then click on ‘Can my device be unlocked?’, after which a "REQUEST UNLOCK KEY" button will appear at the bottom of page.
To get your unlock key, select the ‘I Agree’ option. Note: You will receive an email with your Unlock Key at the email address you used to log in there.
Important – Copy the 20-character key that Motorola sent you via email. Make sure your device is connected.
Then in CMD type: fastboot devices (To check your device is connected)
Then type: fastboot oem unlock UNIQUE_KEY
NOTE: In above command, replace the word ‘UNIQUE_KEY’ with the unlock code that you got via email. Then hit enter and the unlocking process should begin. Wait for a while and soon you’ll see ‘Bootloader Unlocked’ warning on your Moto X(2014).
To relock the bootloader:
Go to Fastboot and give the command fastboot oem lock
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[SIZE=+1]Q1:How to remove the unlocked bootloader message? [/SIZE]
Download the zip.
Extract all the files
Reboot to fastboot mode (power + vol down)
Now open cmd and use cd command to go to the directory where you placed the file.
Now Type the command: fastboot flash logo logo.bin
Reboot from the recovery (use vol up to select and vol down to navigate)
Now your bootlogo should be restored back to the normal version
Thanks Helvio88 for the zip
I assume this is for Pure version only.
mtoomey79 said:
I assume this is for Pure version only.
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Yes for now.
Falcon G said:
Yes for now.
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Is there any feeling if the bootloader on the VZW model will be able to be unlocked?
mtoomey79 said:
Is there any feeling if the bootloader on the VZW model will be able to be unlocked?
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If a good developer finds a way to unofficially unlock it or motorola gives us an official way to unlock maybe after a year. But I can't say for sure
HTH
FACTORY IMAGES FOR DEVELOPER EDITION DEVICES
Hello, the last Bootloader Unlock i did was with Moto X 2013, in order to root it. Then i switch to Galaxy S5 and Sony Z2, both didnt need the Bootloader unlocking, so i kinda forgot what the unlocking is for. Is it to install CWM or TWRP and install custom roms ? I just need rooting ,so i think there isn't one right?
Thanks.
Galinha1 said:
Hello, the last Bootloader Unlock i did was with Moto X 2013, in order to root it. Then i switch to Galaxy S5 and Sony Z2, both didnt need the Bootloader unlocking, so i kinda forgot what the unlocking is for. Is it to install CWM or TWRP and install custom roms ? I just need rooting ,so i think there isn't one right?
Thanks.
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Yes you need unlocked bootlader in order to install custom Roms recovery
A few questions:
1) I thought Pure had an unlocked bootloader, or is it "unlockable"?
2) Any reason not to do this on day 1 since it wipes the device? Moto has indicated unlocking the bootloader does not void your warranty on Pure.
km8j said:
A few questions:
1) I thought Pure had an unlocked bootloader, or is it "unlockable"?
2) Any reason not to do this on day 1 since it wipes the device? Moto has indicated unlocking the bootloader does not void your warranty on Pure.
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It's unlockable. It doesn't come unlocked. The phone comes carrier unlocked.
@Falcon G i thought it was confirmed that unlocking the bootloader on the Moto X (2nd Generation) doesn't void the warranty
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mrvirginia said:
@Falcon G i thought it was confirmed that unlocking the bootloader on the Moto X (2nd Generation) doesn't void the warranty
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That would entirely depend on if they consider the Pure Edition a Developer Edition.
The Legal Agreement and Warning on the unlock page still states as follows:
(5) THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO ALL UNLOCKED DEVICES EXCEPT FOR DEVELOPER EDITION DEVICES. BY OBTAINING THE UNLOCK CODE FOR THIS DEVICE, IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER THE DEVICE'S BOOTLOADER IS SUBSEQUENTLY UNLOCKED OR ITS SOFTWARE OR OPERATING SYSTEM IS MODIFIED, USER AGREES TO WAIVE AND VOID ALL WARRANTIES THAT MAY HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY MOTOROLA, BOTH EXPRESS AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WRITTEN WARRANTY THAT ACCOMPANIED THE DEVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE OR DELIVERY, AND AGREES THAT ANY RIGHTS OR REMEDIES PROVIDED BY SUCH A WARRANTY ARE NULL AND VOID. MOTOROLA MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND AND DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF EVERY KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN CONNECTION WITH AN UNLOCKED DEVICE. USER ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED AND THAT ALL UNLOCKED DEVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS," WITH NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND;
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So even if they did SAY that, with the wording of the agreement, technically they wouldn't have to honor it until they add Pure Edition into that agreement.
I believe I heard the same somewhere as well about it not voiding the warranty, but I haven't been able to locate it.
km8j said:
A few questions:
1) I thought Pure had an unlocked bootloader, or is it "unlockable"?
2) Any reason not to do this on day 1 since it wipes the device? Moto has indicated unlocking the bootloader does not void your warranty on Pure.
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I've done this (or some variation) for every phone that needed it the second they came out of the box. It's easier if you do it before you mess with the phone at all since you'll have to start over anyhow.
So I just chatted with a support person, and after asking the question 4 different ways, I got her to say
Me: So I will maintain my warranty then if I unlock it?
Agent: Yes. The pure edition is unlock. Let's say it's like a developer edition.
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Now all we need is a root method
fortinj1354 said:
So I just chatted with a support person, and after asking the question 4 different ways, I got her to say
Now all we need is a root method
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There already is one. I am rooted right now
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link please?
0.0 said:
There already is one. I am rooted right now
sent from my Moto X (2014)
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Link please or it didn't happen
Is unlocking the bootloader or at least rooting possible on Verizon?
flyinggerbil said:
Link please or it didn't happen
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If you have the Pure Edition, you can. Just search the forums. But here is a link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2887452
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How to unlock bootloader (tutorial)

Here is a tutorial to unlock the bootloader on our Moto X Play: http://www.gammerson.com/2015/08/steps-how-to-unlock-bootloader-of-moto-x-play.html
The warranty is not there after this, is there any way to lock it again without Motorola being able to see that it was unlocked?
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I guess every moto phones have the same process
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2753110
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The unlocked bootloader warning message can easily be removed too: http://www.droidviews.com/remove-bootloader-unlocked-warning-on-moto-x-and-moto-x-2014/ I tested it and it work on our Moto X Play.
Oops.....completely forgot that this will wipe the phone (as all devices do when unlocking the bootloader).
Nico3d3 said:
We may not have CWM recovery and root yet, but here is a tutorial to unlock the bootloader on our Moto X Play: http://www.gammerson.com/2015/08/steps-how-to-unlock-bootloader-of-moto-x-play.html
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We have TWRP recovery now, lets root it .
[Steps] How to Root Moto X Play by Flashing TWRP Recovery
Nico3d3 said:
The unlocked bootloader warning message can easily be removed too: http://www.droidviews.com/remove-bootloader-unlocked-warning-on-moto-x-and-moto-x-2014/ I tested it and it work on our Moto X Play.
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This will work even if it's a Moto X 2014 logo? I'm a little uneasy in doing this.
karendar said:
This will work even if it's a Moto X 2014 logo? I'm a little uneasy in doing this.
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So far, hasn't caused any issues for me.
Worked for me too
If I just remove the message, won't the technical assistance be aware that I unlocked the bootloader?
LuizHenrique91 said:
If I just remove the message, won't the technical assistance be aware that I unlocked the bootloader?
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They already know since you requested the bootloader unlock code. From the terms and conditions:
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO ALL UNLOCKED DEVICES EXCEPT FOR DEVELOPER EDITION DEVICES. BY OBTAINING THE UNLOCK CODE FOR THIS DEVICE, IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER THE DEVICE'S BOOTLOADER IS SUBSEQUENTLY UNLOCKED OR ITS SOFTWARE OR OPERATING SYSTEM IS MODIFIED, USER AGREES TO WAIVE AND VOID ALL WARRANTIES
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Removing the message is more for us, so we don't need to keep seeing it.
... disregard.... This is not the post you're looking for, move along.
Is unlocking for your device not dangerouse?
blackmaffia said:
Is unlocking for your device not dangerouse?
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nope not dangerous, rather you can have more control over your device than Motorola gives you.
blackmaffia said:
Is unlocking for your device not dangerouse?
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You just loose your warranty.
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Failed to unlock Bootloader. Check "Allow OEM unlock" in Developer Options.
Anyone please help me.
I tried to install the official OTA and something went wrong. The device got stuck into bootloops. I entered into bootloader and decided to unlock it. As adviced by the xda thread i followed the instructions, but after getting the Unique key via Email, when i enter "fastboot unlock OEM UNLOCKKEY", it gives an error saying Failed to unlock Bootloader. Check "Allow OEM unlock" in Developer Options.
I cannot boot my phone.
Please help me.
Hamzasr said:
Anyone please help me.
I tried to install the official OTA and something went wrong. The device got stuck into bootloops. I entered into bootloader and decided to unlock it. As adviced by the xda thread i followed the instructions, but after getting the Unique key via Email, when i enter "fastboot unlock OEM UNLOCKKEY", it gives an error saying Failed to unlock Bootloader. Check "Allow OEM unlock" in Developer Options.
I cannot boot my phone.
Please help me.
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i recall this problem happening to someone earlier, he solved it by clearing cache and factory wipe from recovery
bootloader>>recovery>>factory reset and clear cache
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...-how-to-downgrade-6-0-to-5-1-1-t3267253/page5
Hamzasr said:
Anyone please help me.
I tried to install the official OTA and something went wrong. The device got stuck into bootloops. I entered into bootloader and decided to unlock it. As adviced by the xda thread i followed the instructions, but after getting the Unique key via Email, when i enter "fastboot unlock OEM UNLOCKKEY", it gives an error saying Failed to unlock Bootloader. Check "Allow OEM unlock" in Developer Options.
I cannot boot my phone.
Please help me.
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There is a thread I created for the first timers.
You have to check the option "allow oem unlock" in developer options.
Please check the whole forum for details before doing anything like this.
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blackmaffia said:
Is unlocking for your device not dangerouse?
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If you leave it unlocked after rooting then it can make your phone more susceptible to localised threats like someone stealing your phone and re-purposing it or stealing your data from it directly.
But for many the reward outweighs the risks and there are ways to mitigate.
Trying to unlock Moto X Play on Linux by using "fastboot oem get_unlock_data", but it just says waiting for device. I ran "adb devices" and also enable "Allow unlocking device" in the Developer menu. Am I missing something?

I made a mess of my G4 plus

I'm not sure if this is going to end up as a fix or a cautionary tale, but here goes.
Was looking to root my g4, so I successfully unlocked the bootloader & installed TWRP using this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/how-to/guide-newbie-resource-thread-t3386584
Things were going pretty good there, but when I tried to install the SU image through TWRP, the phone wouldn't boot.
Naturally, I didn't do a backup of the stock state of the phone (BECAUSE I'M AN IDIOT!) so I figured, what the hell, might as well install cyanogen mod, and see what that's all about. There's a cyanogenmod beta for the G4+. It went on smooth through the TWRP installer and was behaving ok, but wouldn't see the SIM. I check the IMEI number and the phone does not have a value set, just blank space.
I then tried to re flash stock firmware on the phone, thinking that might restore the IMEI.
It was a bear to get on there, but I was pretty proud of myself when it booted.
Trouble is: still no IMEI number. Also no wifi and it can't see the SIM card (probably because no IMEI number).
So, I figured I'd go back to the cyanogenmod, and see if I could somehow trick it into an IMEI number, BUT! re-loading the firmware re-locked the bootloader.
I went through the unlock process at motorola again, but this time she won't unlock. The console is throwing me
Code:
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(bootloader) invalid boot state
OKAY [ 0.005s]
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So, from here, I don't know where to go. Try re-flashing cyanogenmod on it manually I guess, but I don't know if that will work with the bootloader perpetually locked.
Can anyone help me sort this out?
Please?
How did u flash the stock ROM? Did u flash the right one for your device.
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Silesh.Nair said:
How did u flash the stock ROM? Did u flash the right one for your device.
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I flashed the stock rom on manually from the terminal using fastboot. Evidently: it isn't the right version. After careful inspection, it seems like I loaded the Indian / Asian version, whereas my device is the Canadian version.
Unfortunately, the Canadian stock firmware is still listed as a work in progress.
And the file names are confusing as hell. My device model is xt1643 but my stock ROM doesn't even mention 1643 in the file name. What's your model number?
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And the file names are confusing as hell. My device model is xt1643 but my stock ROM doesn't even mention 1643 in the file name. What's your model number?
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it's model XT1641, bought in Canada.
Did you turn on unlock bootloader option in Dev settings ?
W0000000ooooooooooooooooooHooooooo00000000000000000000000000!!!:victory:
We're back in business, kids!
Found the stock rom for the Canadian Retail build (not locked to carrier) here: https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/athene/official/RETCA/
It took forever to download, but once it showed up, I flashed it on with fastboot, fired 'er up, and it's the same old stock G4 with working wifi, that can see the SIM & Connect to the network, complete with IMEI number AND - I believe - an unlocked bootloader.... at least I get the unlocked bootloader warning screen on boot.
Varun: I saw your message when I was getting set to flash the firmware on and got set to put my palm through my head. You're right: it could have been just the switch in developer options. But I checked and it was on.
Maybe the mods can add that firmware to the big firmware download links post.
Now, you'd think that having just brought this thing back from the dead I'd leave well enough alone and quit fiddling with this thing, but...
Maybe the owner of the newbie thread should add a post with "take a backup through twrp"
varun.katoch said:
Did you turn on unlock bootloader option in Dev settings ?
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had the same issue. forgot to turn on usb debugging

Moto G4 Play Amazon Ad Removal

I have found the previous thread for the other G4 models, but I can't seem to get the flashing to work. I'm assuming we need a different variation of the OEM.img file.
Here is the previous thread for other models
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4/development/moto-g-4th-gen-how-to-remove-amazon-t3416587
Has anyone been successful at removing ads on the just released G4 Play from Amazon? XT1607
umrdyldo said:
I have found the previous thread for the other G4 models, but I can't seem to get the flashing to work. I'm assuming we need a different variation of the OEM.img file.
Here is the previous thread for other models
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4/development/moto-g-4th-gen-how-to-remove-amazon-t3416587
Has anyone been successful at removing ads on the just released G4 Play from Amazon? XT1607
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try this strange trick, I'm not sure it will work, it might boot loop, but you can always just reflash the rom
download the STOCK oem.img from STOCK amazon firnware from https://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27 (harpia amazon)
And then prepare to flash it (enter fastboot mode, put oem.img in mfastboot folder, open cmd)
type "mfastboot flash oem oem.img" but DO NOT press enter
then, start holding down the power button on your phone
about 2 seconds later, press enter on PC.
If all goes well, right after computer says "writing oem..." phone will reboot and there will be totally blank oem partition!
parrotgeek1 said:
try this strange trick, I'm not sure it will work, it might boot loop, but you can always just reflash the rom
download the STOCK oem.img from STOCK amazon firnware from https://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27 (harpia amazon)
And then prepare to flash it (enter fastboot mode, put oem.img in mfastboot folder, open cmd)
type "mfastboot flash oem oem.img" but DO NOT press enter
then, start holding down the power button on your phone
about 2 seconds later, press enter on PC.
If all goes well, right after computer says "writing oem..." phone will reboot and there will be totally blank oem partition!
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So the OEM.img is what contains the ads?
So we are just trying to find a way to write a stock XT1607 OEM.img
umrdyldo said:
So the OEM.img is what contains the ads?
So we are just trying to find a way to write a stock XT1607 OEM.img
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Yes, OEM contains ads
But you can not flash another model OEM.img without unlocked bootloader
So I am trying to trick the bootloader into ERASING the OEM partition, so the ads files can't be read
parrotgeek1 said:
Yes, OEM contains ads
But you can not flash another model OEM.img without unlocked bootloader
So I am trying to trick the bootloader into ERASING the OEM partition, so the ads files can't be read
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So are we looking for the OEM.img from the same model number but different carrier?
https://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27/?sort=filename&order=ASC&show=100&page=8
There are 3 listed on that page.
Let me know with a mention or quote or pm or something if you guys are successful. All of the other methods like using adb to hide com.amazon.phoenix failed for me as well as unlocking the bootloader. I made the mistake of assuming that a XT1607 is a XT1607 is a XT1607 and it didn't matter who you bought it from, so I went with the $99 option figuring if it had a locked bootloader, it would have a different model number (as is the case with LG and HTC phones) so if this method doesn't work, I'm going to contact Amazon to do an exchange for the version without ads and pay the difference.
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agentfusion said:
Let me know with a mention or quote or pm or something if you guys are successful. All of the other methods like using adb to hide com.amazon.phoenix failed for me as well as unlocking the bootloader. I made the mistake of assuming that a XT1607 is a XT1607 is a XT1607 and it didn't matter who you bought it from, so I went with the $99 option figuring if it had a locked bootloader, it would have a different model number (as is the case with LG and HTC phones) so if this method doesn't work, I'm going to contact Amazon to do an exchange for the version without ads and pay the difference.
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I'm thinking all we really need is the OEM.img from the non ad version amazon XT1607 and then run the flash as stated in the RSD Lite thread.
But I haven't found the zip for that phone. Unless it's an entirely different model number.
umrdyldo said:
So are we looking for the OEM.img from the same model number but different carrier?
https://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27/?sort=filename&order=ASC&show=100&page=8
There are 3 listed on that page.
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No, we are not, you can not flash any OEM IMG that does not have software channel "amz" (look in about phone to see that). So you have to trick it into erasing it
umrdyldo said:
I'm thinking all we really need is the OEM.img from the non ad version amazon XT1607 and then run the flash as stated in the RSD Lite thread.
But I haven't found the zip for that phone. Unless it's an entirely different model number.
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Random question: do you have an option to enable battery percentage, in the battery settings? The moto z droid does.
parrotgeek1 said:
Random question: do you have an option to enable battery percentage, in the battery settings? The moto z droid does.
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No, mine doesn't have that option.
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parrotgeek1 said:
Random question: do you have an option to enable battery percentage, in the battery settings? The moto z droid does.
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GravityBox will allow this.
How to enable embedded battery percentage on Moto G4 Play
parrotgeek1 said:
Random question: do you have an option to enable battery percentage, in the battery settings? The moto z droid does.
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secfincorp said:
No, mine doesn't have that option.
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mx597turbo said:
GravityBox will allow this.
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Yes, we have an option to enable battery percentage.
No, it does not require GravityBox.
Steps:
Enable System UI Tuner by long pressing and releasing Settings icon(gear icon)
Open System UI Tuner in Settings menu
Toggle embedded battery percentage to on
See images for help: https://imgur.com/a/HR8dr
Wow thanks!!
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secfincorp said:
Wow thanks!!
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Please do not talk about this more in this thread, it's about ad removal
umrdyldo said:
I'm thinking all we really need is the OEM.img from the non ad version amazon XT1607 and then run the flash as stated in the RSD Lite thread.
But I haven't found the zip for that phone. Unless it's an entirely different model number.
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It's not. And that's what burns me up. Every other manufacturer will at least increment the model number to differentiate between one that can unlock the bootloader and one that cannot. With the XT1607, it's the model *name* rather than the model number. The moto g4 play and the moto g4 play prime exclusive edition (that's ours).
I'm using that as my basis for an attempt to talk my way into an unlock code for my bootloader because I bought the Amazon prime version under the assumption that I'd be able to unlock the bootloader and root the device, since the model number is the same. Now I have to return my phone, be without a phone while it's shipped back, wait for the refund to clear, buy the same damn phone for $50 more, wait for it to be shipped out, and deal with Sprint to get the new one activated. All because it's the only carrier unlocked cdma phone that isn't like $400.
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no de bloat
So is there no way for de bloat and ad removal for the amazon moto g4 play XT1607?!?!?
I got two other stock files
XT1607_HARPIA_RETUS_MPI24.241-2.35-1_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
XT1607_HARPIA_CCAWS_MPI24.241-2.35_cid50_subsidy-CCAWS_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
The problem I'm having is when I try to flash an oem.img from one of the other phones I get a validation check error and the phone fails.
If this actually works, I just need to know how to bypass the validation check. Maybe I'm on the wrong path and will end up bricking my phone.
But looking at the other G4 ad removal thread, this is basically what they did. They flash a stock Moto G4 oem.img file and that file doesn't contain the bloat.
umrdyldo said:
I got two other stock files
XT1607_HARPIA_RETUS_MPI24.241-2.35-1_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
XT1607_HARPIA_CCAWS_MPI24.241-2.35_cid50_subsidy-CCAWS_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
The problem I'm having is when I try to flash an oem.img from one of the other phones I get a validation check error and the phone fails.
If this actually works, I just need to know how to bypass the validation check. Maybe I'm on the wrong path and will end up bricking my phone.
But looking at the other G4 ad removal thread, this is basically what they did. They flash a stock Moto G4 oem.img file and that file doesn't contain the bloat.
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Right on. Maybe try and upload those files so people can try them out? or link them here.
Thomaslm800 said:
Right on. Maybe try and upload those files so people can try them out? or link them here.
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https://www.filefactory.com/folder/c6cdedc45a775d27/?sort=filename&order=ASC&show=100&page=8
They are ordered by name or date.
I am still not having any luck.
I'm wondering if the XT1602 is the same phone and if we can flash that OEM image.
I'm missing a step or two here I think. Very frustrating.

Trying to Root a Moto e4, stuck on unlocking the Bootloader

Hello all! First post here so if I out this in the wrong section, or do the pst wrong, then feel free to correct me.
I am trying to root my old phone, which is a Moto e4. I tried rooting with mutiple sources (Using a computer) but all of them failed. I concluded through google searches that one reason this may be happening is because the bootloader is still locked, so I started on that.
I got to the command promt, and can locate and identify the device, but when I run the command to unlock the bootloader and get the code for the motorola website, (fastboot oem unlock, and some variations of this command, all the same result.) When I do this, I get the results that I should get, but where the code should be, it says not found. I have my OEM unclokcing checked in Deve settings, and USB debugging is on as well. I am at school right now, so unfornatly I cannot give information on the model number, or anything like that, but I can respond to questions when I can. If I don't even need to unlock the bootloader on the moto e4 to root, then all the better, but I am fine with going through the trouble of unlokcing the bootloader!
Thanks,
Eriith
Eriith said:
Hello all! First post here so if I out this in the wrong section, or do the pst wrong, then feel free to correct me.
I am trying to root my old phone, which is a Moto e4. I tried rooting with mutiple sources (Using a computer) but all of them failed. I concluded through google searches that one reason this may be happening is because the bootloader is still locked, so I started on that.
I got to the command promt, and can locate and identify the device, but when I run the command to unlock the bootloader and get the code for the motorola website, (fastboot oem unlock, and some variations of this command, all the same result.) When I do this, I get the results that I should get, but where the code should be, it says not found. I have my OEM unclokcing checked in Deve settings, and USB debugging is on as well. I am at school right now, so unfornatly I cannot give information on the model number, or anything like that, but I can respond to questions when I can. If I don't even need to unlock the bootloader on the moto e4 to root, then all the better, but I am fine with going through the trouble of unlokcing the bootloader!
Thanks,
Eriith
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yes bootloader needs to be unlocked.
It could be a usb driver issue
See moto driver link in my
Motorola Flashing Guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/guide-flashing-motorola-firmware-t4042039
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sd_shadow said:
yes bootloader needs to be unlocked.
It could be a usb driver issue
See moto driver link in my
Motorola Flashing Guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/guide-flashing-motorola-firmware-t4042039
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In between the time you responded and now, I have ublcoked the bootloader, and got TWRP to work, not I just need to install Magisk and start the root! Thank you for responding though.

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