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Possible root without ENGBOOT?

DroidModderX has just uploaded a video of a 1-click program called Dr.Fone that supposedly can root a bunch of devices. He shows it working on a Verizon HTC 10. The T-Mobile S7 Edge is on the list of supported devices on the Dr.Fone website. The program is $29.95. Has anybody tried the program on our phones or can a dev chime in and either confirm or deny it's "legit-ness"?
I know the fact that it costs money may sound like a scam, but that's what I thought of Sunshine on my HTC M9 at first. Even with the U firmware and root, these devices are still way slower and have crappy battery life. I won't be happy until a good root method is released.

Just updated the TEK thread... I just got it... Pictures are proof, as is the weeks of sleep I am missing..... I have been working on a full Developer Takeover.. Changed the build type, user, thumbprint, keys, props, no TIMA or KNOX, Permissive, Cut the stock rom down to 700 mb and the system apps are GONE... not disabled... And so much more....
Let me explain the pic of a windows screen. That is Mr.MobileHelper... A very honest 3rd party chinese app... On the main page you get stats on your device. As you can see, there is a spot for root.. Before with straight leaked kernel, it would show up as NO for ROOT... No exploits were done with that kernel. It was factory... This has exploits... I, however am going with about 5 hours of sleep in two weeks, and ****ing don't recall the exact steps... I have a potential gold-mine here, and forgot where I put my mine'n pan! FML!
And I have no clue what a Dr. Phone is... where is this link? ****EDIT Found
and it may be nothing... but doesn't look or feel like nothing.. .This rom is smooter than the U is stock... It is the U... But MY U

Exciting news!

anonymoustl said:
And I have no clue what a Dr. Phone is... where is this link? ****EDIT Found
and it may be nothing... but doesn't look or feel like nothing.. .This rom is smooter than the U is stock... It is the U... But MY U
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Your second pic shows ENG BUILD, the same that comes up with the ENG kernel. I'm suspect that the program you used only rooted with the ENG kernel, and it leads me to believe, OP, that the Dr.Fone program likely must do the same :crying:
Edit: looks like you can download a free version of the program to root with, without having to pay the 30$ I would gladly guinea pig this, but I need my phone for work tomorrow. If none brave enough by weekend, I'll give it a shot.

CaptainMorgan said:
Your second pic shows ENG BUILD, the same that comes up with the ENG kernel. I'm suspect that the program you used only rooted with the ENG kernel, and it leads me to believe, OP, that the Dr.Fone program likely must do the same :crying:
Edit: looks like you can download a free version of the program to root with, without having to pay the 30$ I would gladly guinea pig this, but I need my phone for work tomorrow. If none brave enough by weekend, I'll give it a shot.
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ill downgrade from nougat to mm and try it
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blane3298 said:
ill downgrade from nougat to mm and try it
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didnt work

blane3298 said:
ill downgrade from nougat to mm and try it
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didnt work
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Did you try the paid version or the free one? The free version says it can only detect but not root.

anonymoustl said:
Just updated the TEK thread... I just got it... Pictures are proof, as is the weeks of sleep I am missing..... I have been working on a full Developer Takeover.. Changed the build type, user, thumbprint, keys, props, no TIMA or KNOX, Permissive, Cut the stock rom down to 700 mb and the system apps are GONE... not disabled... And so much more....
Let me explain the pic of a windows screen. That is Mr.MobileHelper... A very honest 3rd party chinese app... On the main page you get stats on your device. As you can see, there is a spot for root.. Before with straight leaked kernel, it would show up as NO for ROOT... No exploits were done with that kernel. It was factory... This has exploits... I, however am going with about 5 hours of sleep in two weeks, and ****ing don't recall the exact steps... I have a potential gold-mine here, and forgot where I put my mine'n pan! FML!
And I have no clue what a Dr. Phone is... where is this link? ****EDIT Found
and it may be nothing... but doesn't look or feel like nothing.. .This rom is smooter than the U is stock... It is the U... But MY U
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I'm guessing Dr.Fone is similar to Mr.MobileHelper. But it looks like your program is using the ENGBOOT to gain root. If this is the case then these programs aren't any better than the manual root method. But try to get some sleep and get that ROM built and look into these programs some more!

CosMiiK said:
Did you try the paid version or the free one? The free version says it can only detect but not root.
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Free. Not wanting to waste money if it's just the eng kernel

30 dollars for some free eng kernel..yay

blane3298 said:
Free. Not wanting to waste money if it's just the eng kernel
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I don't want to pay either if it's just engboot. But this is why we need somebody to test it to confirm its just the eng kernel. If their claim of "over 7000 supported devices" is true, they might be using an exploit somebody on their team discovered. Or maybe they use dirtycow. I just can't give up until we have stable root. Stock kernel and root would make this the perfect phone.

CosMiiK said:
I don't want to pay either if it's just engboot. But this is why we need somebody to test it to confirm its just the eng kernel. If their claim of "over 7000 supported devices" is true, they might be using an exploit somebody on their team discovered. Or maybe they use dirtycow. I just can't give up until we have stable root. Stock kernel and root would make this the perfect phone.
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If they gave a refund sure I'd try it

CosMiiK;69995103b said:
I don't want to pay either if it's just engboot. But this is why we need somebody to test it to confirm its just the eng kernel. If their claim of "over 7000 supported devices" is true, they might be using an exploit somebody on their team discovered. Or maybe they use dirtycow. I just can't give up until we have stable root. Stock kernel and root would make this the perfect phone.
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I just got nougat redownloaded and set back up. Really don't want to go thru the hassle again -__-

There's no reason to even try to spend the 30$. I was going to act all high and mighty with some comment about "everyone wants root, but noone wants to pay to try" and then pay myself, but just read their FAQ for refunds, it says they will not provide a refund if you don't test the free version....so test the free version and get the answer:
It seems pretty clear cut to me. If you do it on EngBoot, perhaps it'll root it for you so you don't need the manual SuperSU method....but not for 30$.
Ran it on both Stock 935T and also on the stock 935U with the same results.
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Seems pretty cut and dry that the 30$ wouldn't be worth it and this topic is now a null issue/question.
With that said, the product itself also has only 4 reviews posted on its website. 3 of them created within a 3minute period by "Jane, Jerry, Alex" who were extremely happy to state how amazing DrFone worked on their Note (3's?).
Can we agree that the OP's question has been answered?

At least for the gs7, it's funny how it lists our gs7 variants in the list of supported devices.

Blade22222 said:
At least for the gs7, it's funny how it lists our gs7 variants in the list of supported devices.
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Only root going on here is them rooting 30 dollars from our wallet

nitroevo said:
Only root going on here is them rooting 30 dollars from our wallet
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Agreed.

CosMiiK said:
I'm guessing Dr.Fone is similar to Mr.MobileHelper. But it looks like your program is using the ENGBOOT to gain root. If this is the case then these programs aren't any better than the manual root method. But try to get some sleep and get that ROM built and look into these programs some more!
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That is where you are wrong, my friend... I forced that.. All part of a takeover.. And remember, the ENG kernel was NOT build on PI3, which this is clearly displaying Least you forget(or maybe you don't know) that there are MANY steps to finding and/or CREATING a vulnerability within a kernel or an OS... ESPECIALLY with the freaking types of encryption algo'z this thing can play with..
This isn't just downloading an app, pressing a button, and calling ones self an ub3r1337h4x0r.... This is reverse engineering... And as many people whom deconstruct/reconstruct better, I fu(*ing HATE documentating a DAMN thing.. So I have that to contend with as well..
See.. Download MrPhone if you want to test yourself... It's all free and blah blah... not gunna f*&k ya over... Now with your eng kernel on your phone, plug into mrPhone(which is only a device admin app.. does NOT root) and look at the kernel and root status... It will show just as I say.
I am uploading a current BOOTING BUILD PROP complete with TEST-KEYS and more.. Also totally broken encryption and verity... Hoping to break this ***** down to an exploitable level... At this point I am too far in.. Now it's 4tLulZ
Full Postulation:
Not going to put it until I get complete because that is like posting a 0-day as you are exploiting it..... EDIT******
Cliff Note Version: Get bootloader unlocked to make rooting a snap...or... wait for it........
A FLASH!!!!!! @Chainfire ?!?!
What would help the MOST from someone, is if they could point in the direction of the homes of the files that deal with the bootloader...
****EDIT 2*****
Rolled back the security patch to August 1, 2016 >

Has anyone tried to fake the chinese device and then use it's solutions to gain BL Unlock or root? Just saying... THAT is the same hardware.. I think someone was giving one of these devices away to a tester for testing... I am using my production phone which is causing relationship issues that I could totally do without.. So I mean... Someone else is going to have to grow a pair and start hacking at this thing too... Or I need that test phone.. because I am ready for some major testing, yet sphincter too tight to pull the cord of a full device fake....
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I also tried the Dr Phone solution.. The program was....donated to me. And after about 30 minutes of it rebooting my phone, it didn't work... So for the normal s7e user you pay a dollar a minute for the hopes of having something happen that was promised, ending up not just like..... trying to find a goddamn curved tempered glass screen cover that isn't udder garbage!
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Found exploit that should be able to help out. Reaching out to indiv. for possible help/co-creating.....

What I do not get is that this device has the OEM unlock switch in developer mode.. .but it doesn't do what it is supposed to do..

anonymoustl said:
What I do not get is that this device has the OEM unlock switch in developer mode.. .but it doesn't do what it is supposed to do..
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All these posts make it sound like you're getting somewhere. That OEM Unlock switch threw everybody off the first few days after the phone came out. A lot of us assumed that the T-Mobile version would be unlocked like all their other phones have been and pre-ordered it. And if I remember correctly, not everybody with T-Mobile phones had that switch in dev options. Not that it did anything for the people that did have it

Root g935p. Links for stock rom and recovery

Hello, first off ive read twrp cant work for g935p, but i find this link http://www.androidinfotech.com/2016/07/root-samsung-galaxy-s7-edge
Is it bs?
Also like to get links for stock firmware and recovery so i have them in case brick. Should be able to odin them back on if any failure?
Thanks.

Salanrm said:
Hello, first off ive read twrp cant work for g935p, but i find this link http://www.androidinfotech.com/2016/07/root-samsung-galaxy-s7-edge
Is it bs?
Also like to get links for stock firmware and recovery so i have them in case brick. Should be able to odin them back on if any failure?
Thanks.
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Twrp doesn't work, here's the stock firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3414654
Sent from my SM-G935P using XDA-Developers Legacy app

What about root? Is there a clean root method that doesn't cause a bunch of ****?
Want to try to play shield games, mount and blade for instance.

stock firmware
I've heard the same about our bootloader
but here's the firmware you were asking for:
dubdubdub sammobile dot com slash firmwares slash database slash SM-G935p
(sorry about the lack of link, I'm under 10 posts still)
I have been using the G935U firmware since October. I like to pretend it's the closest I'm going to get to a debloated ROM for this phone.

Salanrm said:
What about root? Is there a clean root method that doesn't cause a bunch of ****?
YES there is a Clean root method i just rooted my Sprint S7 Edge about 10 min ago using Root Junkies adb Method. it was VERY EASY and short
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SillyTAO said:
Salanrm said:
What about root? Is there a clean root method that doesn't cause a bunch of ****?
YES there is a Clean root method i just rooted my Sprint S7 Edge about 10 min ago using Root Junkies adb Method. it was VERY EASY and short
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I'm thinking of getting the edge. I'm not an expert. I have rooted phones but never used abd. Is it hard to use? And with root can you use Hotspot ?
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Link to Root Junkies?
Link the Root Junkies adb method for my Sprint Galaxy S7 Edge.
Thanks,

And everything still works? Nothing malfunctioning? Still got cell service? Data and everything.
You got a link for that?

Link to Root Method
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Link the Root Junkies adb method for my Sprint Galaxy S7 Edge.
Thanks,
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Heres Link to Root Method
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW8vzXlRgQg
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Salanrm said:
And everything still works? Nothing malfunctioning? Still got cell service? Data and everything.
You got a link for that?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW8vzXlRgQg
However the ONE Thing that didn't work for me was my data so had to reflash back to stock. Still waiting on a reply from root junky for a fix incase i decide to re-root

Let me know if u get that fix.

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Heres Link to Root Method
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW8vzXlRgQg
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW8vzXlRgQg
However the ONE Thing that didn't work for me was my data so had to reflash back to stock. Still waiting on a reply from root junky for a fix incase i decide to re-root
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Data? You mean the data was wiped or?

R0axet said:
Data? You mean the data was wiped or?
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Data meaning that i could text, make callos or access the internet Unless using wifi

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Data meaning that i could text, make callos or access the internet Unless using wifi
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Hate to be anal here. You mean that your carrier settings were lost and wifi was your only work around.
If that is the case I'll bag this idea till I know it's fixed.
Who is your carrier?

SillyTAO said:
Data meaning that i could text, make calls or access the internet Unless using WiFi
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Did you try to recommission your line?
I would love to achieve root on my SM-G935P (SM-G935U)
Running: G935UUEU4APL4_G935UOYM4APL4_SPR

R0axet said:
Hate to be anal here. You mean that your carrier settings were lost and wifi was your only work around.
If that is the case I'll bag this idea till I know it's fixed.
Who is your carrier?
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Carrier is Sprint. All i know is that i couldn't make a phone call or surf the web Unless using Wifi. Simply watch the video in the link and read the comments below and decide for yourself. Sorry im not a Tech Savy as most of U are.

I had the same problem, found a root method that worked but lost my cell internet connectivety, still had calling and texting though.
I just want root to use gltools so i can play nvidia shield games and mod games with gg.

Salanrm said:
I had the same problem, found a root method that worked but lost my cell internet connectivety, still had calling and texting though.
I just want root to use gltools so i can play nvidia shield games and mod games with gg.
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Rooting after a certain version has the issues you described. I think it happened when the BootLoader upgrade happened. Look into the u firmware. Rooting on this device is different and kind of unstable.
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Data meaning that i could text, make callos or access the internet Unless using wifi
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to my understanding from other methods that i've seen on here they all say to remove ur sim card so idk might be an option if someone wants to attempt it and if it works I'm down for doing it

I found one with all workarounds for the problems with rooting this phone. Fixes for data cell service, and you can google wifi fix to save your wifi information after reboot. Involves build.prop editor.

@Nickvanexel Normally when folks boast about something important on a popular device, they back it up with either a how-to or links that point them in the right direction. Not only to verify proof but its also common courtesy. I see neither the 2 from you on this post or anywhere else. So tell me...
Was your intention to dazzle everybody with bullsh¡t or are you that much of an asshøle? ???
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VZW: Tethering available? Require Hotspot subscription?

Hi All,
I'm very interested in the Moto G5 Plus, and I see that it already has Unlock Bootloader and Rooting threads, but I am looking to see whether or not tethering is a thing on Verizon G5 Plus. I would like to use my data plan but not have to pay extra for the hotspot.... they already gouge us on the price of the data plans...

It tied to your sim. So they will know you are using tethering.

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It tied to your sim. So they will know you are using tethering.
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This is true, but in the past and even with the Moto Z Play Edition they had tethering enabled out of the box without the need for a separate hotspot data plan... That's more towards what I'm looking for in this phone.

its a combo of what services are tied to your sim, and what the phone supports.
you can root and enable it if you don't get it out of the box.

Karlinski said:
its a combo of what services are tied to your sim, and what the phone supports.
you can root and enable it if you don't get it out of the box.
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That's basically what I'm looking for... and since this phone already has root and bootloader unlock threads, I think I might be in the right area. lol
Thanks for the input.

Karlinski said:
its a combo of what services are tied to your sim, and what the phone supports.
you can root and enable it if you don't get it out of the box.
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I have not seen any root method on here for the US version. I believe the current root is for an Indian variant, I believe the XT1686. If I am wrong on this can you point me to a root method tutorial for the US XT1687. We just got this phone for my sister but I was holding off on rooting until a solid method was available with a non beta TWRP recovery built. Again if I am mistaken on this please point me in the right direction. Thanks.
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That's basically what I'm looking for... and since this phone already has root and bootloader unlock threads, I think I might be in the right area. lol
Thanks for the input.
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I'm quite positive this phone will support tethering without the provision you mention since this is not running Verizon branded firmware. Much the same as some of the older Verizon branded phones that could run a aftermarket ROM, which totally bypassed the provisioning flag that Verizon put in place. Furthermore if you are already on one of Verizon's newer rate plans, then tethering is supported by pretty much every phone they have without provisioning. I'll have my sister give tethering a shot and report back the results.

robn30 said:
I have not seen any root method on here for the US version. I believe the current root is for an Indian variant, I believe the XT1686. If I am wrong on this can you point me to a root method tutorial for the US XT1687. We just got this phone for my sister but I was holding off on rooting until a solid method was available with a non beta TWRP recovery built. Again if I am mistaken on this please point me in the right direction. Thanks.
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Out of curiosity, the current root thread here actually doesn't say any specific version... I've posted there looking for input, but I've read through the entire thread and can't find anything specific....
Please correct me if I'm totally missing where it indicates version (other than the screenshots clearly not being english... lol )
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I'm quite positive this phone will support tethering without the provision you mention since this is not running Verizon branded firmware. Much the same as some of the older Verizon branded phones that could run a aftermarket ROM, which totally bypassed the provisioning flag that Verizon put in place. Furthermore if you are already on one of Verizon's newer rate plans, then tethering is supported by pretty much every phone they have without provisioning. I'll have my sister give tethering a shot and report back the results.
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OK, sounds good. I received confirmation from someone on T-Mobile that it's not required for a mobile hotspot data plan.
I'm excited about Verizon though.

mchype said:
Out of curiosity, the current root thread here actually doesn't say any specific version... I've posted there looking for input, but I've read through the entire thread and can't find anything specific....
Please correct me if I'm totally missing where it indicates version (other than the screenshots clearly not being english... lol )
OK, sounds good. I received confirmation from someone on T-Mobile that it's not required for a mobile hotspot data plan.
I'm excited about Verizon though.
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As far as root goes, that post is made by a guy in Brazil and the links he provides are for videos by a guy in India. The US variant is different than the international versions. I wouldn't feel comfortable using that root method and messing something up since there has not been a recovery image released yet. Once you unlock and attempt to root, if it fails and you have no recovery image, you are hosed. I prefer not to soft brick my phone and make it unusable until someone provides a valid root method with recovery images. I personally own a Moto X Pure that is unlocked and rooted, but it is well documented unlike this brand new device.

Well, give it time guys, the device just came out. once everything is rooted and all, there will all sorts of mods

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Well, give it time guys, the device just came out. once everything is rooted and all, there will all sorts of mods
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I agree, I'm in no rush at all, as I appreciate all the effort the Developers put into these devices. Most of it on their own time. I was just giving solid advice for rooting a device if you are a non developer like me. I can't afford to force the issue and mess up my phone with no way to restore it. I am glad to wait for a US version root method with a restore option. Hopefully that will be soon , if we are lucky.

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I agree, I'm in no rush at all, as I appreciate all the effort the Developers put into these devices. Most of it on their own time. I was just giving solid advice for rooting a device if you are a non developer like me. I can't afford to force the issue and mess up my phone with no way to restore it. I am glad to wait for a US version root method with a restore option. Hopefully that will be soon , if we are lucky.
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Lol, that is definitely true.
I'm just impatient and was hoping it was good... not "too good to be true" lol

robn30 said:
As far as root goes, that post is made by a guy in Brazil and the links he provides are for videos by a guy in India. The US variant is different than the international versions. I wouldn't feel comfortable using that root method and messing something up since there has not been a recovery image released yet. Once you unlock and attempt to root, if it fails and you have no recovery image, you are hosed. I prefer not to soft brick my phone and make it unusable until someone provides a valid root method with recovery images. I personally own a Moto X Pure that is unlocked and rooted, but it is well documented unlike this brand new device.
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I followed that root method on my US g5 plus and it worked fine. It's a solid method you just have to follow the instructions to a "T".

That's good to here but there still isn't any recovery files if something goes wrong. You rolled the dice and came out a winner, might not be the same for someone else. I'll wait until recovery images are available, especially since the phone isn't my own.
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If you can obtain root using the methods mentioned here (rooting requires an unlockable bootloader, and a voided warranty) you can add this to your build.prop:
net.tethering.noprovisioning=true

bob2600 said:
If you can obtain root using the methods mentioned here (rooting requires an unlockable bootloader, and a voided warranty) you can add this to your build.prop:
net.tethering.noprovisioning=true
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I have the EU/Intl version fully unlocked. I can tether with the hotspot using my tether allowance.
If I root my device and edit my build.prop as you've stated what exactly does this do?
Does it mean I can use the inbuilt hotspot/tethering function but instead of using my tether allowance it uses my mobile data?

Changing the build.prop allows you to tether if your verizon plan doesn't include tethering without a separate charge. Newer verizon plans have tethering included as part of your data (ie use it how you like)

LG V20 US996 radio off after Security update 2017

I'm in the UK and imported the v10 shortly after release which let me down earlier this year by turning off, so I upgraded and imported a v20 which was fine, however I received an update this morning which after running, has left me with no network or reception. I've checked around and the radio is off and there doesn't seem to be a way to turn it back on.
I've tried whichever code it is that gets me into the phone information and then get an error message saying the application isn't installed.
I've read that restoring the phone fixed previous problems for some people, but it's only created more problems for me as despite using LG's useless backup app to backup personal data, settings etc, none of the settings/home screen/passwords or whatever have carried over. I've been kicked out of most of my apps and contacts aren't connecting with others.
Can anyone suggest a way to either roll back to whatever the previous version was, or to get the radio to turn back on so I can use my phone as a phone?
I seriously should've stuck with my G2 which is still working after all these years!

Same here...just updated and no service...trying to get the radio on but to no avail. This code will let you enter the service *#546368#*version number#.
I am on US996 version, what is yours?

US996 as well. I'm talking to someone from LG USA now and they're saying there's no way to fix it unless I send it in, which I can't do.
Wondering if rooting and flashing a new OS will work. I need the security for online banking, but I also need to be able to receive calls.
jadilto said:
Same here...just updated and no service...trying to get the radio on but to no avail. This code will let you enter the service *#546368#*version number#.
I am on US996 version, what is yours?
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kingkongballs said:
US996 as well. I'm talking to someone from LG USA now and they're saying there's no way to fix it unless I send it in, which I can't do.
Wondering if rooting and flashing a new OS will work. I need the security for online banking, but I also need to be able to receive calls.
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For real? Send it in back to the states? Why would they release an update that bricks a phone seriously? I was now live chatting with someone from their support and she's like i need to send it on my expense but it still under warranty so i wont pay anything but they ship only back to the US and i live abroad...What a big hassle... Hopefully someone will have a fix.
Did you do a factory reset?

I think I would find a kdz for the last known good firmware and restore back to that.

Factory reset and lost all my settings. I can't get back into half of the apps because they require security confirmation via text or phone call.
Luckily my phone is still under warranty, so I might have to send it. I have a friend who can receive it and send it back to the UK. Cheaper than a new phone.
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For real? Send it in back to the states? Why would they release an update that bricks a phone seriously? I was now live chatting with someone from their support and she's like i need to send it on my expense but it still under warranty so i wont pay anything but they ship only back to the US and i live abroad...What a big hassle... Hopefully someone will have a fix.
Did you do a factory reset?
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BackCheck said:
I think I would find a kdz for the last known good firmware and restore back to that.
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I did using LGUP...the service is still off...i donno why would they update the phone in order to brake it...Anyone had any luck with this??

Damn.
Well I'm trying to figure out when is best to send it overseas, but I'll be doing that. Using my G2 for the time being.
This really might be it with LG. I haven't liked what they've been doing with their phones since the v10 and there seem to be endless problems with everything since the G2.

No Service after the update
Guys im stuck as well. did everything restored the old firmware using LGUP. and then updated again. still no service. i don/t know what to do. please help.

You can try using TWRP flashing this modem.
Remember to use Dirtysanta to unlock the bootloader, not through the LG Developer Program, so you can save your warranty.

Asadshams said:
Guys im stuck as well. did everything restored the old firmware using LGUP. and then updated again. still no service. i don/t know what to do. please help.
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Are you as well outside the US?

New to this
Kindly tell me how to flash modem. i don't know the procedure. and please tell me if unlocking the boot loader is essential for the modem flash. im sorry im new to this and i don't know a lot about flashing. A step by step procedure would be a great help.

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Are you as well outside the US?
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Yes, Im outside of US.

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Anoneko said:
You can try using TWRP flashing this modem.
Remember to use Dirtysanta to unlock the bootloader, not through the LG Developer Program, so you can save your warranty.
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Thanks Anoneko for your great suggestion . I installed that modem image using TWRP and WOOOOOW my network came immediately.
I followed the below thread of installing TWRP before installing the modem image.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/v20-h915us996-dirtyelf-bootloader-t3568013
Thanks LG for nothing

Do you lose security stuff? Internet banking, android pay etc?

SAME! I have to force mine by making one FAILED call, then another that connects.

nimnim4u said:
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Thanks Anoneko for your great suggestion . I installed that modem image using TWRP and WOOOOOW my network came immediately.
I followed the below thread of installing TWRP before installing the modem image.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/v20-h915us996-dirtyelf-bootloader-t3568013
Thanks LG for nothing
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I've read over the information and I'm fairly sure rooting it will lose all the stuff I need.
I'm not fussed about warranty as it runs out in 2 months, but I use android pay /Internet banking daily.
Glad you got it sorted out though.

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I've read over the information and I'm fairly sure rooting it will lose all the stuff I need.
I'm not fussed about warranty as it runs out in 2 months, but I use android pay /Internet banking daily.
Glad you got it sorted out though.
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Unfortunately, you will lose your data if you root it . I'm sure that you will find a solution soon.

nimnim4u said:
ws
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Thanks Anoneko for your great suggestion . I installed that modem image using TWRP and WOOOOOW my network came immediately.
I followed the below thread of installing TWRP before installing the modem image.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/v20-h915us996-dirtyelf-bootloader-t3568013
Thanks LG for nothing
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Unfortunately, you will lose your data if you root it . I'm sure that you will find a solution soon.
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I'm not fussed about data. I can back that up again, more concerned about ability to use android pay /Internet banking apps.

Has anybody figured this out yet? My phone is just laying there with no purpose...this is frustrating

[Bounty] Verizon Pixel bootloader unlock

I don't know if this is the correct place, if not, please reallocate accordingly.
As the title suggests, I'm willing to pay $30 dollars for having the verizon bootloader unlocked, hope more users get into the cause.

liriolebron said:
I don't know if this is the correct place, if not, please reallocate accordingly.
As the title suggests, I'm willing to pay $30 dollars for having the verizon bootloader unlocked, hope more users get into the cause.
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There's already a thread on the 2xl that's over 1k and no luck so far.
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I don't think it's ever going to happen

actually there is a ''paid method" for unlocking the Pixel Verizon or Locked EE UK bootloader on any version from 7.1.1 to 8.1.0
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Also the Pixel XL supported

Tell me
ismailaba said:
actually there is a ''paid method" for unlocking the Pixel Verizon or Locked EE UK bootloader on any version from 7.1.1 to 8.1.0
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Also the Pixel XL supported
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Tell me where and how? link if possible

RudyClab said:
Tell me where and how? link if possible
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can't post external links here ! PM me

ismailaba said:
can't post external links here ! PM me
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Would you mind sending the link to me?
Thank you

jnj369 said:
Would you mind sending the link to me?
Thank you
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PM

For anyone interested, I contacted user ismailaba and got my Verizon Pixel XL unlocked, I got it with 7.1.2, and updated to 8.1.1 when he unlocked it, here are some picks:

https://imgur.com/a/90gkA
Ok this is what I was able to get. Ignore one pic it's from my work lol..
It's early this morning and those are the best pics I had of doing it.. I only had my old Nexus phone that has a cracked screen to try do the pics.

Same here.. I had it unlocked on 8.1 and am now rooted with magisk. ?

ironmaskusa said:
Same here.. I had it unlocked on 8.1 and am now rooted with magisk. ?
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Does this allow you to toggle the oem unlock switch at will?

The OEM unlock goes grey again. I have t tried locking it back.. I'm not going back! Lol this is where I wanted to be and I'm just waiting for BeansTown to bring g us purenexus 8.1 and I think we'll be golden! ????

ironmaskusa said:
The OEM unlock goes grey again. I have t tried locking it back.. I'm not going back! Lol this is where I wanted to be and I'm just waiting for BeansTown to bring g us purenexus 8.1 and I think we'll be golden! ????
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Ah ok, I already have mine unlocked but I would love to have the option to lock and relock at will. Did Ismael charge for the service to unlock? Was it done remotely?

What is involved with unlocking the boot loader?

Smail simply uses teamviewer to remote connect to your computer and uses Flexihub to connect his computer to your phone. I did a factory reset and took out my sim card and skipped connecting wifi. I went straight to develop options and turned on USB debugging and he did the rest. He said turn on wifi and reboot and 5 minutes later i was able to toggle oem unlock. He didn't charge me he said he takes donations but not necessary. I was just as skeptical anyone but he genuinely has figured it out.

I can also confirm that @Kream24 is correct. This method is legit. He didn't charge me either, but I did donate $10 to him.

I've run custom roms on every phone I've owned but this one. Really not missing much without root. Definitely fun to tinker with but, I've been able to pretty much do anything I need to without it. Sure it involves more steps using adb and buying pda net to get around the 15 gig Verizon Hotspot. I do miss viper but, I'm having no problems with my phone.
If I were going to unlock I wouldn't be afraid to use smail's method and I'm kind of paranoid about who touches my stuff.
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Just to let you know he asked 30 for me to unlock, i did it yesterday, but it is well worth the 30 bucks! I am so happy to be unlocked again!

just wanted to add that he did mine too. he didnt ask for money but i paid him $30. verizon pixel xl 8.1. he was very nice to me.