Bricked Essential Phone - Help - Essential Phone Questions & Answers

Hi All,
My bro-in-law passed me his phone to fix, and can't get past the bluetooth and network wi-fi setup screens. I guess the next step is to reflash it, but he never had USB developer mode and the bootloader unlocked to begin with.
So I am stuck on what to do now. Any advice?
(Yes, I did do the Recovery mode thing and reset to factory too) .
Thanks.

Boot into bootloader and reflashing stock

vsn4 said:
Boot into bootloader and reflashing stock
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Is that possible if USB debugging, etc wasn't enabled though?
Thanks

NerveDruid said:
Is that possible if USB debugging, etc wasn't enabled though?
Thanks
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Usb debugging has no effect on bootloader options
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Or rather USB debugging is not accessible from bootloader
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sd_shadow said:
Usb debugging has no effect on bootloader options
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Or rather USB debugging is not accessible from bootloader
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I'm confused. How do I unlock the bootloader when I can't even get into the phone settings? Please someone explain it to me like I am five....
And I can't flash the phone unless I unlock the bootloader first... Correct?

NerveDruid said:
I'm confused. How do I unlock the bootloader when I can't even get into the phone settings? Please someone explain it to me like I am five....
And I can't flash the phone unless I unlock the bootloader first... Correct?
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You cannot unlock the bootloader unless allow OEM Unlock is turned on in developer options.
Usb debugging is not available in bootloader mode.
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I misread. I was under the impression the bootloader was unlocked. But as sdshadow said. Your basically stuck.. Last resort you can try to sideload ota zip in recovery. Hope you gets it figured out. Good luck.

Thanks. I did sideload last night, and discovered you don't need the bootloader unlocked for that.
Still didn't make a different though.. Lol. I think it's a hardware issue.
sd_shadow said:
Usb debugging has no effect on bootloader options
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Or rather USB debugging is not accessible from bootloader
Sent from my payton_sprout using XDA Labs
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vsn4 said:
I misread. I was under the impression the bootloader was unlocked. But as sdshadow said. Your basically stuck.. Last resort you can try to sideload ota zip in recovery. Hope you gets it figured out. Good luck.
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Related

I can't able to update my Arc S via PC Companian.

Hi frnds.
Im using DoomLord's kernal with AniKings Custom ROM.
If I want to go back original Stock SE my PC companian showing error.
pls help me.
It shows error because you must have locked bootloader to use PC Companion or SEUS.
You can go back to stock SE by:
-flashing a .ftf file
-locking your bootloader and using PC Companion or SEUS
Also you have to flash the stock wifi modules if using DooMKernel v15. Flash them before flashing stock SE, otherwise you don't have how to flash them.
How did you unlock your bootloader?
steryman said:
It shows error because you must have locked bootloader to use PC Companion or SEUS.
You can go back to stock SE by:
-flashing a .ftf file
-locking your bootloader and using PC Companion or SEUS
Also you have to flash the stock wifi modules if using DooMKernel v15. Flash them before flashing stock SE, otherwise you don't have how to flash them.
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Just a simple question bro, if bootloader is unlocked, locking it will make things back to the same status as if it was never unlocked?!
No, DRM is still lost
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Flo95 said:
No, DRM is still lost
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and there is no possible way to get DRM back right?
DeepUnknown said:
and there is no possible way to get DRM back right?
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No, there isn't.
Right, but not a big loss, TrackID and like function in the music player won't work anymore, I didn't ever used the like function, and the TrackID can be replaced by other apps like Shazam or SoundHound, or you can use the new TrackID(I found it in the ICS Themes ROM... that aniking thing). The only risk of unlocking bootloader is that if you brick your phone and can't repair it yourself at least to relock the bootloader, you won't be able to use your warranty.
DeepUnknown said:
Just a simple question bro, if bootloader is unlocked, locking it will make things back to the same status as if it was never unlocked?!
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How to lock the unlocked Bootloader. I mean where can I download the stock Firmware.
DeepUnknown said:
Just a simple question bro, if bootloader is unlocked, locking it will make things back to the same status as if it was never unlocked?!
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It depends how the bootloader is unlocked of course
digitalsuni said:
How to lock the unlocked Bootloader. I mean where can I download the stock Firmware.
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Sorry bro, I'm new to the scene, I don't really know how to unlock or lock the bootloader
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steryman said:
Right, but not a big loss, TrackID and like function in the music player won't work anymore, I didn't ever used the like function, and the TrackID can be replaced by other apps like Shazam or SoundHound, or you can use the new TrackID(I found it in the ICS Themes ROM... that aniking thing). The only risk of unlocking bootloader is that if you brick your phone and can't repair it yourself at least to relock the bootloader, you won't be able to use your warranty.
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if that's the only loss of unlocking the bootloader then it's not a big deal, but I don't understand why do people unlock their bootloader if they have a newly released device.
Anyways Thanks for the info, I think I will definitely stay away from unlocking that thing
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Jinx13 said:
It depends how the bootloader is unlocked of course
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I don't really understand what you are saying since I'm new to the scene, I only know messing up with the bootloader might brick the device
DeepUnknown said:
Sorry bro, I'm new to the scene, I don't really know how to unlock or lock the bootloader
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if that's the only loss of unlocking the bootloader then it's not a big deal, but I don't understand why do people unlock their bootloader if they have a newly released device.
Anyways Thanks for the info, I think I will definitely stay away from unlocking that thing
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I don't really understand what you are saying since I'm new to the scene, I only know messing up with the bootloader might brick the device
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There is various ways to unlock the bootloader I suggest if you are new to the scene you visit THIS thread
I offer the paid service to sim unlock and unlock bootloader.
Jinx13
Jinx13 said:
There is various ways to unlock the bootloader I suggest if you are new to the scene you visit THIS thread
I offer the paid service to sim unlock and unlock bootloader.
Jinx13
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I already unlocked the bootloader, is there any chances to Relock it?

My First Droid Razr M Experience

I got a Droid Razr M for an upgrade, Worked great so i rooted it, Still worked great all that day, then i went to sleep and when i woke and the WiFi would not work!
The toggle switch turned a darker gray, When i tap it it turns on then in a split second turns back off.
I have done a Factory Data Reset and then i did a hard reset and then i wiped the hole thing out and re flashed it to its original state. Still would not work!
So as a last resort contact Motorola for support and they tell me that i had rooted my device and there is nothing they can do. I didn't say anything about rooting it so they must be logging all users data. (Invasion of Privacy?)
So i am back here again, Not being able to use WiFi, On a 2GB/M plan. f%$king peace of $#!+.
Nothing else is bad! Its just the wifi!?
SaturnsVoid said:
I got a Droid Razr M for an upgrade, Worked great so i rooted it, Still worked great all that day, then i went to sleep and when i woke and the WiFi would not work!
The toggle switch turned a darker gray, When i tap it it turns on then in a split second turns back off.
I have done a Factory Data Reset and then i did a hard reset and then i wiped the hole thing out and re flashed it to its original state. Still would not work!
So as a last resort contact Motorola for support and they tell me that i had rooted my device and there is nothing they can do. I didn't say anything about rooting it so they must be logging all users data. (Invasion of Privacy?)
So i am back here again, Not being able to use WiFi, On a 2GB/M plan. f%$king peace of $#!+.
Nothing else is bad! Its just the wifi!?
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It is probably your fault. A broken radio is your burden why do you think they do not want you rooting? The radio partition can get borked very easily. You need to renew it.
Do my restore. See my signature
aviwdoowks said:
It is probably your fault. A broken radio is your burden why do you think they do not want you rooting? The radio partition can get borked very easily. You need to renew it.
Do my restore. See my signature
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your hole thread is too big for me, Could you PM me the steps i need to take? I can't figure out you what i need to do in the thread
SaturnsVoid said:
your hole thread is too big for me, Could you PM me the steps i need to take? I can't figure out you what i need to do in the thread
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Are you unlocked? (Bootloader?)
the auzess
aviwdoowks said:
Are you unlocked? (Bootloader?)
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Yes, Its Unlocked. I need to get it fixed.
SaturnsVoid said:
Yes, Its Unlocked. I need to get it fixed.
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There is a lot of verbal running on there but few steps. Read the rsd tutorial & get rsd to see the phone while you have the phone in bootloader - fastboot. Then stop & check in here again....
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Also DL the full version xml.
aviwdoowks said:
There is a lot of verbal running on there but few steps. Read the rsd tutorial & get rsd to see the phone while you have the phone in bootloader - fastboot. Then stop & check in here again....
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Also DL the full version xml.
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Well i have the phone in Fastboot, I don't know where to get the full version XML file
SaturnsVoid said:
Yes, Its Unlocked. I need to get it fixed.
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SaturnsVoid said:
Well i have the phone in Fastboot, I don't know where to get the full version XML file
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You must read my OP!
The link is the last thing there.
aviwdoowks said:
You must read my OP!
The link is the last thing there.
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Well i downloaded the last link (VZW_XT907-4.1.2-9.8.1Q-66_1FF.XML.ZIP) and had RSD try and Flash it while it was in Fastboot mode... It failed saying "6/19 flash tz "tz.mbn" -> Phone returned FAIL."
Did i do something wrong?
SaturnsVoid said:
Well i downloaded the last link (VZW_XT907-4.1.2-9.8.1Q-66_1FF.XML.ZIP) and had RSD try and Flash it while it was in Fastboot mode... It failed saying "6/19 flash tz "tz.mbn" -> Phone returned FAIL."
Did i do something wrong?
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That is the err you would get if your boot was locked.
Edit FOLLOW the OP!!
You downloaded THE WRONG XML!!!#$#&
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You need VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip
& then paste the mod into it!!!
OR
THE FULL ver.
aviwdoowks said:
That is the err you would get if your boot was locked.
Edit FOLLOW the OP!!
You downloaded THE WRONG XML!!!#$#&
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You need VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip
& then paste the mod into it!!!
OR
THE FULL ver.
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Well i am download that, But my phone is LOCKED... I can get root still but i dont know about unlocking... You know anything?
SaturnsVoid said:
Well i am download that, But my phone is LOCKED... I can get root still but i dont know about unlocking... You know anything?
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Gen. Forum: root method work around.... look for my op.
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I think you can follow the prev rzr method but it is a method similar to mine but for locked BL @ 600 + mb . Not just the new motochopper.
aviwdoowks said:
Gen. Forum: root method work around.... look for my op.
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I think you can follow the prev rzr method but it is a method similar to mine but for locked BL @ 600 + mb . Not just the new motochopper.
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Well i did that all, Still does not work... I don't understand!?
SaturnsVoid said:
Well i did that all, Still does not work... I don't understand!?
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You did the rzr forum method? Get help there, I do not support locked phones.
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Basically can you just do a rsd restore then use the new motochopper? Can someone chime in to confirm?
For a locked phone?
I just realized you never went to my restore thread. That explains your confusion. It's link is in the middle of my goodies page. I put it in my signature now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2391641
Ok, SaturnsVoid... so, first, sorry to hear about the problem. Motorola/VZ is giving you BS... rooting won't break your WiFi unless you did something or installed something that would...
What's your current system version?
Have you taken any OTAs since you had it? If not, you may still be able to unlock.
Also, may want to try using WiFi Connection Fixer on the Play Store (requires root...)
If those don't work, try PMing me... I can help you work it out...

Please help! Stuck in fastboot!

Hey guys so i fallowed the root method "Motofail" from a thread that said it unlocked the bootloader... well it didnt so when i used safestrap to flash cm11 it rebooted into fastboot and i have no unlocked bootloader... is it possible to get out of this? even if reverting to stock? please Get back to me fast if you can since this is not my phone and would like to fix it rather quickly P.S i found a new method for unlocking my bootloader called "Motocolapse" so if my phone is operationable i can do it now... its just a matter of i tried flashing cm11 and when i did a system reboot it only goes to fastboot please respond any way to fix! THANKS IN ADVANCE ALOT!!! much love
iPwnAndroid said:
Hey guys so i fallowed the root method "Motofail" from a thread that said it unlocked the bootloader... well it didnt so when i used safestrap to flash cm11 it rebooted into fastboot and i have no unlocked bootloader... is it possible to get out of this? even if reverting to stock? please Get back to me fast if you can since this is not my phone and would like to fix it rather quickly P.S i found a new method for unlocking my bootloader called "Motocolapse" so if my phone is operationable i can do it now... its just a matter of i tried flashing cm11 and when i did a system reboot it only goes to fastboot please respond any way to fix! THANKS IN ADVANCE ALOT!!! much love
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what did it say for your sw build or any numbers in the about phone screen?
The last link below I wrote just for YOU.
aviwdoowks said:
what did it say for your sw build or any numbers in the about phone screen?
The last link below I wrote just for YOU.
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i cant really tell since my phone is stuck in fastboot :/
You could Go to that link & try matts util to do a full restore.
But wait.
You were on SS cause your boot is locked?
How old is the phone?
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Post what you see in the screen.
aviwdoowks said:
You could Go to that link & try matts util to do a full restore.
But wait.
You were on SS cause your boot is locked?
How old is the phone?
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Post what you see in the screen.
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AP Fastboot Flash Mode (S)
10.9B(*) (sha-le9f557, 2013-05-24 14:49:34)
eMMC Info: Size 8GB
Device is LOCKED. Status Code: 0
Battery OK
Connect USB
Data Cable
Failed to hab check for recovery: 0x56
Fastboot Reason: Boot Failure
iPwnAndroid said:
AP Fastboot Flash Mode (S)
10.9B(*) (sha-le9f557, 2013-05-24 14:49:34)
eMMC Info: Size 8GB
Device is LOCKED. Status Code: 0
Battery OK
Connect USB
Data Cable
Failed to hab check for recovery: 0x56
Fastboot Reason: Boot Failure
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Hab check!!!
Pm cellzealot!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=767282
aviwdoowks said:
Hab check!!!
Pm cellzealot!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2566065
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Well its changed now since i tried Droid razr m utility 1.20 now it says
No valid PIV block in SP for system
piv validation failed (system)
Fastboot Reason: Boot Failure
usb connected
iPwnAndroid said:
Hey guys so i fallowed the root method "Motofail" from a thread that said it unlocked the bootloader... well it didnt so when i used safestrap to flash cm11 it rebooted into fastboot and i have no unlocked bootloader... is it possible to get out of this? even if reverting to stock? please Get back to me fast if you can since this is not my phone and would like to fix it rather quickly P.S i found a new method for unlocking my bootloader called "Motocolapse" so if my phone is operationable i can do it now... its just a matter of i tried flashing cm11 and when i did a system reboot it only goes to fastboot please respond any way to fix! THANKS IN ADVANCE ALOT!!! much love
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Well, it looks like Android is pawning you.
Motofail was the root exploit for the 4.1.1 version and it didn't unlock the bootloader. Motopocalypse was the only method to unlock the BL and, according the date you posted from your fastboot screen, you're on the May OTA that blocks the BL unlock. You really need to stop using random tools and start reading before you do something. Also, you can't flash CM11 with SS. Utility 1.20 is the correct utility to use for your system version. Are you sure you're using the 1.20 Utility? That's the only reason I can see that you're getting the fail. Did you try to flash the newer OTA at any point?
RikRong said:
Well, it looks like Android is pawning you.
Motofail was the root exploit for the 4.1.1 version and it didn't unlock the bootloader. Motopocalypse was the only method to unlock the BL and, according the date you posted from your fastboot screen, you're on the May OTA that blocks the BL unlock. You really need to stop using random tools and start reading before you do something. Also, you can't flash CM11 with SS. Utility 1.20 is the correct utility to use for your system version. Are you sure you're using the 1.20 Utility? That's the only reason I can see that you're getting the fail. Did you try to flash the newer OTA at any point?
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hahaha... very funny little entrance there look im sorry i make mistakes as a human being all i can do is try to fix them okay? yes i used the 1.20 utility and ive succesfully flashed cm11 using SS on the droid razr so i didnt see why it wouldnt work on the M
iPwnAndroid said:
hahaha... very funny little entrance there look im sorry i make mistakes as a human being all i can do is try to fix them okay? yes i used the 1.20 utility and ive succesfully flashed cm11 using SS on the droid razr so i didnt see why it wouldnt work on the M
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Don't take it personally, it's just a little bit of sarcasm. I know it can get lost through the internet.
With that being said. I reread thread and saw that date again. Utility 1.20 was for the OTA prior to that, so that's why you're probably running into issues. Sorry, you can slap me because I told you wrong in the post after yours where you talked about using 1.20. Matt never updated a utility to reflect the newest OTA. As for CM11, it specifically states on the CM website that you need an unlocked bootloader:
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Xt907_Info
CM was designed for SS on the Razr because the Razr never had an unlockable BL:
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Spyder_Info
iPwnAndroid said:
Well its changed now since i tried Droid razr m utility 1.20 now it says
No valid PIV block in SP for system
piv validation failed (system)
Fastboot Reason: Boot Failure
usb connected
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I think messed up something bad!
Pm cellzealot!
I had his link wrong. This is correct.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=767282
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Just pm him with the link to your thread. & use the crying smily.
aviwdoowks said:
I think messed up something bad!
Pm cellzealot!
I had his link wrong. This is correct.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=767282
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Just pm him with the link to your thread. & use the crying smily.
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Problem was using utility 1.20. It was designed for the OTA in April. His FB screen says he took the OTA in May. Do you have the FXZ for .78 or .1 somewhere? I'm not on my home computer, otherwise I would look. I think he needs to RSD to save this.
iPwnAndroid said:
hahaha... very funny little entrance there look im sorry i make mistakes as a human being all i can do is try to fix them okay? yes i used the 1.20 utility and ive succesfully flashed cm11 using SS on the droid razr so i didnt see why it wouldnt work on the M
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RikRong said:
Problem was using utility 1.20. It was designed for the OTA in April. His FB screen says he took the OTA in May. Do you have the FXZ for .78 or .1 somewhere? I'm not on my home computer, otherwise I would look. I think he needs to RSD to save this.
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The ...78 is let me see mega is slow....
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iPwnAndroid said:
hahaha... very funny little entrance there look im sorry i make mistakes as a human being all i can do is try to fix them okay? yes i used the 1.20 utility and ive succesfully flashed cm11 using SS on the droid razr so i didnt see why it wouldnt work on the M
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48295502&postcount=47
Join this user in his drama! Right up your alley! Same Same.
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That is if your phone is not hosed.
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Un modded Xml will be up soon here on your thread.
My restore link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2391641
Read for now while Mega up loads.
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On the way....
iPwnAndroid said:
.^.
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VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.orig.xml.zip
Posted it in the General forum. Good Luck!
aviwdoowks said:
VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.orig.xml.zip
Posted it in the General forum. Good Luck!
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Hey man i see you bricked your phone no worries i'll help you out i've done it myself.
so you're going to need
motorola drivers
RSD lite lastest version
4.1.2 xml file for razr m ( just google search it)
and patience
ok so
I guess you know how to put your razr m in fastboot mood if not you power your device off and hold the power , vol - and sorta click it multple times. until it brings you to the screen. then you should be able to run rsd lite and flash the 4.1.2 xml file would could be found with a single google search. so flashing firmware is pretty easy.. it should be a breeze. after that just leave your phone as it is. motorola will be releasing the 4.4 update swoon hopefully so i would just wait.
hope this was semi helpful
iPwnAndroid said:
Well its changed now since i tried Droid razr m utility 1.20 now it says
No valid PIV block in SP for system
piv validation failed (system)
Fastboot Reason: Boot Failure
usb connected
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Someone quoted me but for you.

New root method... Supposedly

So I just came across this tweet from droidx - https://youtu.be/QicDqTKb_sU supposedly this root method will work with any android phone 5.1.1 or lower. Lots of caution needed here due to the origin and amount of permissions needed, but he did show it rooting a Verizon note 4. I have the apk but haven't tried it as I'm using a prerooted image and haven't flashed back to stock.
http://www.kingroot.net
UPDATED INFO (5/13/15)
1) English version is available here through XDA (LINK);
2) This is a temporary root that doesn't survive a reboot (this is due to write protection); and
3) A permanent root solution (for the Note 4) is being worked on off of XDA (due to some thread circumstances) (reference is here).
Right now there is no word of anyone working on a Droid Turbo permanent root solution.
New perma-root discussion for the Note 4 is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=60713495
Update (5/18/15)
1) There is a new script out that will delete kinguser and install supersu instead! The link is here. Keep in mind that this script will need to be modified for our device, but according to the script authors it should be applicable.
2) It has been recommended to soft reboot the device using this app from the play store. There are a million of these type of apps available, but this one is being used on the Note 4 side.
Tried installing and Android warned me of "code that attempts to bypass Android security" text box and I clicked don't install.
itsdubai said:
Tried installing and Android warned me of "code that attempts to bypass Android security" text box and I clicked don't install.
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Download the version directly from their website. I'm going to remove the English site link.
The official version doesn't have that issue.
I forwarded over to @JustinCase but he doesn't have time to dig into it.
itsdubai said:
Tried installing and Android warned me of "code that attempts to bypass Android security" text box and I clicked don't install.
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Of course it attempts to bypass Android security, it's an app that gives you root.
Sent from my Droid Turbo using Tapatalk
Lol it has been a few days of no sleep. Finals week. This forum is the only reason I'm sane haha.
itsdubai said:
Lol it has been a few days of no sleep. Finals week. This forum is the only reason I'm sane haha.
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Lol its all good, yo. Im attempting to download it over a throttled data connection, I'll install when it finishes downloading and let ya'll know if it works after ✌
Sent from my Droid Turbo using Tapatalk
Installed . ran then installed rootchecker. I'm rooted yes
PILLMUZIK3600 said:
Installed . ran then installed rootchecker. I'm rooted yes
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Do you know if you can install xposed with this or do you still need a system image with xposed pre-installed?
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It failed.
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I'm stock and I got a sad red face at 51%.
itsdubai said:
It failed.
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I'm stock and I got a sad red face at 51%.
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I just read a ton of the note 4 thread, and many people had to try a few times to get it to work. Supposedly this is just a temp root method on devices with write protection. If you do get root, try a reboot and see if it sticks.
I'm not sure if this method in it's current form gets us anything over what we have now but it could lead to more.
Mine failed too
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Enabled USB debugging. Have root.
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Mykalmunlight said:
Mine failed too
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Enabled USB debugging. Have root.
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I've heard enabling allow mock locations might be necessary.
They are working on a perm method but nothing yet. This is very interesting.
FYI this doesn't install SuperSU or let it be installed.
Yeah, temp root. No write permissions.
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Anyone try this with flashfire http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3075433
I have root haven't tried xposed
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I confirm doesn't survive reboot also
So what's the point if write protection is still on?
I don't believe this kind of sites
tried the app and the pc app method.. both didtn work for the droid turbo. now im thinking they stole some info.

Root for the ZTE Maven 3.

For a long time I've been subscribed to a thread regarding the matter but recently it has become very inactive. Anyways, does anyone have a root method for it? If you don't at the moment could you help a lot of people out and try to figure out a method to root it? (There are a lot of people looking for a root method for this device)
I agree. This phone is by no means perfect, but root and all things that follow would improve it greatly.
I second your request. Help. Please. Anyone?
Sorry for not replying I have recently figured out how to access the recovery mode so here is what you do...
First you Power Off your device
Second you boot up your device but instead of just pressing power you need to press and hold the volume up button and keep holding it until your screen goes black then you should be in recovery mode
P.S. if you want to get it with adb commands just do adb reboot recovery
All we need to do now is figure out how to unlock the bootloader. With adb commands you need to eaither download Android SDK or go to the XDA thread with a quick installer of the drivers. Link to thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
Another thing if you want to get into Factory Test Mode(FTM Mode) instead of holding volume up hold volume down.
Hope this helps towards rooting the device!
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Guys, big news! We are getting a dedicated forum for the ZTE Maven 3! It will be up within the next day or so.
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Update:
I have Root with Magisk
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where do I post the how-to?
...Welp Team Astr4y4L got it rooted...
It took long enough
George_Jetson said:
...Welp Team Astr4y4L got it rooted...
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I get that they did it but how is it done?
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Update:
I have Root with Magisk
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where do I post the how-to?
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You do it under guides, news, and discussions
Now we need someone to make a twrp recovery for the system lol
Link to root guide? Please
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Link to root guide? Please
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Where is the guide?
Have someone a link to properly root a ZTE Maven 3?
So, any news on how to get the bootloader to load up? I called at&t and they didn't know what that was.. useless.

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