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Intro:
I noticed a past post regarding a kuno tablet. I have recently legally acquired a kuno 3, and am hoping to re purpose it.
BackGround:
I am not a high school student trying to hack one. I am a college student, EE Senior and CS junior, and am taking this on as a personal project but my experience is limited to simple embedded system, HDL, and micro controllers. I fully understand that for the time and effort required i could just go buy a new tablet fitting my needs, but where is the fun in that? I have put little research into this subject, my understanding is that getting into the root is the place to start. As to what that consists of, i have little knowledge, except don't break it.
Scope:
I don't expect anyone to have a quick answer, or to do all the work themselves. What i am looking for is a place to start. Resources, guidance, or sharing of your infinite wisdom is greatly appreciated. I will try to keep my progress updated, but not to the level a HS student will destroy the one they are given and waste all our sweet taxpayer dollars. Thank you for you time.
I'd say rooting is a mean to an end. Your post makes it sound you want to root your device, just for the sake of it... really there's nothing worthwhile in rooting a device in itself.
When you want to root a device you must want to do some function not allowed by its manufacturer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rooting_(Android_OS)
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With even a modest set of modifications, the monthly OTA update is incredibly annoying. Especially for people who actually have important things they need to do rather than manually apply updates to their phone.
And we all know that the monthly ota updates are just a show being put on to address complaints that have no bearing in reality. Specifically, all those nasty security holes that really don't lead to anything besides mild annoyance, IF somebody bothered to try to exploit them. Like for example the most [in]famous bug in StageFright that could allow a hacker to... do absolutely nothing of consequence (since it is protected by user access rights -- the "media" user, and also selinux which would nail it quite quickly. There is also the bug that could break out of the lockscreen if somebody bothered to punch in an absurdly long random password.... but only affects people who actually use a password lock (as opposed to pin, pattern, face, or none).
So here is a very easy little program that stops the SystemUpdateService from doing its thing;
http://github.com/lbdroid/StopOTA
You will have to compile it yourself.
Don't share binaries, I don't like that. If you can't figure out how to compile, you are unworthy, if I catch you, I will stop giving things away for free.
If you want to learn how to compile simple Android applications, feel free to ask! I'd be happy to help.
If you would like to contribute, submit a pull request!
Don't forget to read the project README file, it explains about it properly.
This should work with any device that uses gms SystemUpdateService for its OTAs. I've personally tested on Nexus 5, 6, and 9.
doitright said:
With even a modest set of modifications, the monthly OTA update is incredibly annoying. Especially for people who actually have important things they need to do rather than manually apply updates to their phone.
And we all know that the monthly ota updates are just a show being put on to address complaints that have no bearing in reality. Specifically, all those nasty security holes that really don't lead to anything besides mild annoyance, IF somebody bothered to try to exploit them. Like for example the most [in]famous bug in StageFright that could allow a hacker to... do absolutely nothing of consequence (since it is protected by user access rights -- the "media" user, and also selinux which would nail it quite quickly. There is also the bug that could break out of the lockscreen if somebody bothered to punch in an absurdly long random password.... but only affects people who actually use a password lock (as opposed to pin, pattern, face, or none).
So here is a very easy little program that stops the SystemUpdateService from doing its thing;
http://github.com/lbdroid/StopOTA
You will have to compile it yourself.
Don't share binaries, I don't like that. If you can't figure out how to compile, you are unworthy, if I catch you, I will stop giving things away for free.
If you want to learn how to compile simple Android applications, feel free to ask! I'd be happy to help.
If you would like to contribute, submit a pull request!
Don't forget to read the project README file, it explains about it properly.
This should work with any device that uses gms SystemUpdateService for its OTAs. I've personally tested on Nexus 5, 6, and 9.
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or.. you can long press on the ota notification, then press do notnotify , without needing the knowledge to compile anything. and yes, anyone can do itit, for free, and without the knowledge to compile anything. and, i will keep helping users out. btw, who the heck publishes something on xda, then says they wont publish anything else if they dont compile it themselves? thats a first time ive ever seen anyone post such a ludicrous statement. im sorry, but you are the one thats unworthy. i mean all respect to you, i appreciate whatever help you give here on xda, but that statement does nothing for you.
just lol!!
i mean, really, the reasons to buy a nexus device are short and simple,
1. frequent updates to keep you protected and running smooth
2. development and modding
thanks for providing the community with this tool, but seriously, provide them with a working tool or dont post it.
why limit its use to the vast minority of those who can build it, then threaten us with no more of your work if anyone shares it? not cool
so why not post it built for those who might actually use it?
imo, if updates bother you because there too frequent, you should buy pretty much any non nexus device, and be at the mercy of your carrier for updates.
i can build this, and pretty much anything else i want on my phone, but i would never use it. i guess thats my point here....
doitright said:
With even a modest set of modifications, the monthly OTA update is incredibly annoying. Especially for people who actually have important things they need to do rather than manually apply updates to their phone.
And we all know that the monthly ota updates are just a show being put on to address complaints that have no bearing in reality. Specifically, all those nasty security holes that really don't lead to anything besides mild annoyance, IF somebody bothered to try to exploit them. Like for example the most [in]famous bug in StageFright that could allow a hacker to... do absolutely nothing of consequence (since it is protected by user access rights -- the "media" user, and also selinux which would nail it quite quickly. There is also the bug that could break out of the lockscreen if somebody bothered to punch in an absurdly long random password.... but only affects people who actually use a password lock (as opposed to pin, pattern, face, or none).
So here is a very easy little program that stops the SystemUpdateService from doing its thing;
http://github.com/lbdroid/StopOTA
You will have to compile it yourself.
Don't share binaries, I don't like that. If you can't figure out how to compile, you are unworthy, if I catch you, I will stop giving things away for free.
If you want to learn how to compile simple Android applications, feel free to ask! I'd be happy to help.
If you would like to contribute, submit a pull request!
Don't forget to read the project README file, it explains about it properly.
This should work with any device that uses gms SystemUpdateService for its OTAs. I've personally tested on Nexus 5, 6, and 9.
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What an asinine statement. Why make something that you don't want shared? Not everyone knows how to, or wants to install and waste all that HDD space with the adk for just one program. If you don't want it shared, don't publish it.
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on top of that, i do not own a computer nor laptop, as i know many other people dont. not like i want to build it, but just saying..
Anyone with a Nexus can stop OTA notifications in about 5 minutes by flashing the update with fastboot.
Not for nothing... This post was unnecessary.
Sent from my Nexus 6
simms22 said:
or.. you can long press on the ota notification, then press do notnotify , without needing the knowledge to compile anything. and yes, anyone can do itit, for free, and without the knowledge to compile anything. and, i will keep helping users out. btw, who the heck publishes something on xda, then says they wont publish anything else if they dont compile it themselves? thats a first time ive ever seen anyone post such a ludicrous statement. im sorry, but you are the one thats unworthy. i mean all respect to you, i appreciate whatever help you give here on xda, but that statement does nothing for you.
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Hate to break it to you, but killing the notification doesn't kill the process that causes it. It also kills several other notifications that aren't related to the update.
Borderpatrol1987 said:
What an asinine statement. Why make something that you don't want shared? Not everyone knows how to, or wants to install and waste all that HDD space with the adk for just one program. If you don't want it shared, don't publish it.
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I didn't say don't share. I said don't share COMPILED.
Those are my terms, not up for argument or negotiation. If you don't like it, you can go away.
Hello everybody,
We are clearly a lot of people asking for a bootloader unlock, more and more people are mourning in threads (me included...) for an unofficial bootloader unlock.
But this takes time and skill, and these aren't cheap.
So, if instead of asking everyday how things are going, if it is already there, etc... we could do something about it, pledge some money, all of us, to make this come true.
We don't have to pay upfront, just add your name and the amount you will pledge (please don't make false statements, it will just make you look like an *$$hole).
If someone finds a way, we will send over the pledged amount as a regard for the hard work and a way to say thank you.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13i13RN1CJiOJA6AQqpKdBQ6p-aoTdy1lUq0Dm6YAMOg/edit?usp=sharing
Just input your pledge amount (without a dollar sign, comma's or cents it will be added automatically) so that the sum is correctly shown.
I hope that this way we can encourage harder work on this and maybe even some enthusiasts which didn't really think about it but might be interested to invest some time for the reward.
If a "team" is created about this, please make things clear between yourself, so that there isn't a war for the money afterwards...
Hoping this will help make things go forward and also stop the sadness in some threads
Edit : Please give your model number if you only want to pledge for a specific model. If no model number is given, the pledge is valid for any unofficial unlock method working on any LG G4 model.
I will lock modification on given pledges to secure the data regularly (someone could just want to delete everything for selfish fun). If someone wants to modify something after that, please notify me. Modifications made after an unlock exploit is made public or announced won't be accepted for logical causes.
Please use your full XDA Nickname, this way we can ensure that you are willing to help and create some trust in the shown numbers.
Other rules :
Please keep on topic: Only talk about advancements of the unlock situation/bounty or the pledges you make. If you just want to start a flamewar by pointing out your opinion on bounties, you can go to Facebook.
All Pledges over 50$ (included) will have to be also written down in the thread, else, they will be put on hold for the time being.
Only make pledges you are willing to hold and make. Be fair.
Nice idea. My pledge added
Plegde added too
...
i'm in
don't we need some sort of trusted middleman for this thing though? otherwise it might not go anywhere...
dogroll said:
i'm in
don't we need some sort of trusted middleman for this thing though? otherwise it might not go anywhere...
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Just input the number of your pledge, the dollar sign is automatic (to get the total), I will correct it from time to time if I see it happen.
The problem is, who should be the middleman ? ^^
There are two ways, either by trust (pledging meaning you will honour it by the amount you gave) or a middleman which we would send the money to and which would reverse it...
I personally believe in people for this kind of stuff to pay for a well done work (and lose their reputation if not). Other opinions ?
I would propose @autoprime or @codeworkx for this if they want to seing their seniorship and already proven help for the community if we have to go down this route.
ChriKn said:
PS: I am not sure if we should add a "device" list to the spreadsheet if the exploit only works for some people/devices, give me your opinion on this
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I think this information would be quite useful.
dboechat said:
I think this information would be quite useful.
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Could someone give me a list of all existing models ? I am on mobile right now, so not that easy
These are the models I remember right now:
USA models: T-Mobile (H811), AT&T (H810), Verizon (VS986)
European model (H815)
Hong Kong model (H815T)
South American models (H815P)
Australian model (H815K)
Canada Bell H812
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And Im in for a tenner
Turkish model 815Tr
It will be easier if everybody gives his own model into the chart I believe, if no model is given, than it would mean the pledge is given for an unlock on any model.
Everybody OK with it ?
@wadken1 @v1c70r @dogroll @dboechat @JanMarty @5nickers @strifexx please add it if you want to !
If someone finds a better (readable) solution, feel free to contribute
ChriKn said:
It will be easier if everybody gives his own model into the chart I believe, if no model is given, than it would mean the pledge is given for an unlock on any model.
Everybody OK with it ?
@wadken1 @v1c70r @dogroll @dboechat @JanMarty @5nickers @strifexx please add it if you want to !
If someone finds a better (readable) solution, feel free to contribute
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Good plan. Edited mine to reflect my model
ChriKn said:
It will be easier if everybody gives his own model into the chart I believe, if no model is given, than it would mean the pledge is given for an unlock on any model.
Everybody OK with it ?
@wadken1 @v1c70r @dogroll @dboechat @JanMarty @5nickers @strifexx please add it if you want to !
If someone finds a better (readable) solution, feel free to contribute
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Sure. Good idea. Editing now
H815 sea
Little Info : (allready written in first post) I will regularly make a backup of the file and restrain modification on already pledged amounts and names, so that some joker can't destroy this.
If you want to edit something before an exploit is found and/or anounced, feel free to PM me
(Thanks to the (probably 10 year old) guy pledging 999$ with the nickname "yourmom" which gave me this idea)
NalNalas said:
pledged $10 vs986
I put my name as nal btw
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If possible please put your full login, this way it is easier and safer to get things done if an exploit is found
NalNalas said:
got ya, I'll change it to nalnalas
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If the user which used "well" could do the same, it would be great This is the way to have a developer confident enough in our pledges.
Just added my $10 for H815P (Brazil) model.
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Team Win Recovery Project 3.x, or twrp3 for short, is a custom recovery built with ease of use and customization in mind. Its a fully touch driven user interface no more volume rocker or power buttons to mash. The GUI is also fully XML driven and completely theme-able. You can change just about every aspect of the look and feel.
Code:
* Your warranty is now void.
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or your getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
Supported Models:
Galaxy Note 20 N9810, N981N, N981U, N981U1 and N981W.
US/Canada bootloader unlock thread:
here
Download & Guide:
1. Unlock your bootloader.
2. Download Note 20: c1q.
3. Reboot to download mode and flash vbmeta_disabled.tar in AP slot and reboot. Device will reboot to stock recovery mode prompting you to wipe data so wipe data and reboot to download mode again.
4. Put the TWRP tar for your device with Odin in the AP slot and click start.
5. Reboot to recovery via recovery key combo.
6. Disable encryption:
- Go to Advanced > Terminal, type: multidisabler.If vendor complain about free space left on device, will attempt to resize vendor. and it ask to - Run multidisabler again!.- Type: multidisabler again. will see - Finished. when done.7. Go back to Wipe > Format Data > type yes.
8. Reboot to recovery.
9. Flash magisk apk in twrp.
10. Reboot to system, Enjoy.
Note:
To disable encryption manually:
You need to replace fileencryption=ice with encryptable=ice only in userdata line (maybe rest lines) in vendor/etc/fstab.qcom
To avoid stock recovery restoration manually:
Rename system/recovery-from-boot.p to recovery-from-boot.p.bak
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Support:
Live support is available via #twrp on Freenode with your IRC client or just click this link.
Telegram group
Bugs:
- Encryption not fully working.
Thanks:
TWRP team
ianmacd for multidisabler
jesec for unlock guide
Sources:
TWRP tree
Kernel tree
Device tree
Changelog:
02.06.2022 - Update to Android 12 kernel source
- Fix mount issues
- Update to TWRP 3.6.2
29.11.2021 - Update to TWRP 3.6.0
- Add Symlinked dynamic partitions to fstab
- Updated to latest kernel source
- Update multidisabler
- fstab clean up
- Fix haptic feedback
03.03.2021 - Update to latest TWRP source
- Add terminal multidisabler script
- fstab cleanup.
31.12.2020 - Update TWRP to 3.5.0
- Q and R builds.
15.11.2020 - Add TWRP fastbootd support
- Clean up fstab
- Move kernel to gz format.
16.10.2020 - Initial Release.
As always thank you for all the support you give throughout the Samsung community
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jrkruse said:
As always thank you for all the support you give throughout the Samsung community
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Thanks to you for your support as well
Is it work on att n981u?
Bcs it does not has a oem unlock button under developer settings
6.step from Where should I do it is it from twrp?
SM-N981U cihazımdan Tapatalk kullanılarak gönderildi
hasim.kilic said:
Is it work on att n981u?
Bcs it does not has a oem unlock button under developer settings
6.step from Where should I do it is it from twrp?
SM-N981U cihazımdan Tapatalk kullanılarak gönderildi
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PM me for more info about unlock.
Might I suggest offering the bootloader unlock to the community instead of selling it?
asrah said:
Might I suggest offering the bootloader unlock to the community instead of selling it?
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Im not selling it! Im sharing it. And its not free from provider so if you want to donate to offer it for free to community its your choice.
asrah said:
Might I suggest offering the bootloader unlock to the community instead of selling it?
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And why not ask Samsung too just give you the phone as well
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asrah said:
Might I suggest offering the bootloader unlock to the community instead of selling it?
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Did it ever occur too you that it may cost money too do these
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afaneh92 said:
Im not selling it! Im sharing it. And its not free from provider so if you want to donate to offer it for free to community its your choice.
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Why not at least just directly refer users to the source? For context, I appreciate the fact that it is being offered to the community. Thank you, and the others behind the effort, for that. Just trying to see if there might be a better way than asking people for $125 or whatever the latest asking price is, for what amounts to getting info from the parent company, or modifying samsungs software.
Issues apparent at the moment:
1) The identity of the group (not individual names, just who the group is, past efforts and in what communities, reputation of the group demonstrated by evidence) is not known to the community. Im in the telegram group, I know what yall do.
2) Users are being asked for money via what is stated to be a middleman. Are the people running the Telegram group the ones doing the bootloader unlocks? Transparency is key here. Users are giving items of tangible value (currency) to what appears to be a "man in the shadows." Whats the entire chain of events from payment to completion? I know the unlock process it outlined. I mean including the sources, the methods, how it goes from them, to you, to us.
3) Who ends up getting the money? Is it shared? All to them? All to you? Id much prefer the group behind the actual unlock source be the ones who get the money. Its up to them how they split it after.
$125 is nothing, as I bought a Note 20. I didnt buy the Ultra because the extra features just arent necessary to me. So, not that you would Afaneh, but to anyone who sees/responds to this, dont play the "youre too broke" game. I could probably buy the unlock for most if not all of the XDA Note 20/Ultra forum userbase.
Post has been edited a few times to more clearly communicate the issues at hand, and to correct typos.
jrkruse said:
And why not ask Samsung too just give you the phone as well. Did it ever occur too you that it may cost money too do these
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Asking someone to come off the idea of charging users for a bootloader unlock that is clearly available, and must have come from 1) modifications to copyrighted software or 2) the parent company, is not the same as asking the parent company to give me the phone for free. You have no idea what you are talking about. Only potential costs are "labor" which is nebulous at best because for labor costs you have to be doing an actual job.
asrah said:
Why not at least just directly refer users to the source? For context, I appreciate the fact that it is being offered to the community. Thank you, and the others behind the effort, for that. Just trying to see if there might be a better way than asking people for $125 or whatever the latest asking price is, for what amounts to getting info from the parent company, or modifying samsungs software.
Issues apparent at the moment:
1) The identity of the group (not individual names, just who the group is, past efforts and in what communities, reputation of the group demonstrated by evidence) is not known to the community. Im in the telegram group, I know what yall do.
2) Users are being asked for money via what is stated to be a middleman. Are the people running the Telegram group the ones doing the bootloader unlocks? Transparency is key here. Users are giving items of tangible value (currency) to what appears to be a "man in the shadows." Whats the entire chain of events from payment to completion? I know the unlock process it outlined. I mean including the sources, the methods, how it goes from them, to you, to us.
3) Who ends up getting the money? Is it shared? All to them? All to you? Id much prefer the group behind the actual unlock source be the ones who get the money. Its up to them how they split it after.
$125 is nothing, as I bought a Note 20. I didnt buy the Ultra because the extra features just arent necessary to me. So, not that you would Afaneh, but to anyone who sees/responds to this, dont play the "youre too broke" game. I could probably buy the unlock for most if not all of the XDA Note 20/Ultra forum userbase.
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Let me say If you got 20-30% of that price, is that can cover your work, time or even after unlock support? like helping them rooting, having a good kernel base and TWRP, ROMs, etc.
If that mean "selling" for you, Its mean "offering unlock" for us.
asrah said:
Why not at least just directly refer users to the source?
Asking someone to come off the idea of charging users for a bootloader unlock that is clearly available, and must have come from 1) modifications to copyrighted software or 2) the parent company, is not the same as asking the parent company to give me the phone for free. You have no idea what you are talking about. Only potential costs are "labor" which is nebulous at best because for labor costs you have to be doing an actual job.
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Maybe the source is Samsung and its a service they charge for and this service from Samsung is only available in certain markets. Maybe the person doing this risk getting fired if caught doing phones outside of said markets
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afaneh92 said:
Let me say If you got 20-30% of that price, is that can cover your work, time or even after unlock support? like helping them rooting, having a good kernel base and TWRP, ROMs, etc.
If that mean "selling" for you, Its mean "offering unlock" for us.
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If youre putting it towards efforts for other development, to assist in giving the device a presence in the root community, then certainly, I hope you get what you need out of it.
All im trying to do here, is figure out how this all boils down at its roots. I dont think youre doing anything improper, I just dont see enough information on this "source" to know what exactly is going on with them specifically.
jrkruse said:
Maybe the source is Samsung and its a service they charge for and this service from Samsung is only available in certain markets. Maybe the person doing this risk getting fired if caught doing phones outside of said markets
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There we go. I wasnt sure but had suspected something like this might be the case. As, there have been a number of private parties who have gotten their hands on such things in the past. I understand youre not specifically claiming this (least thats my perception from your wording) but it is a more than plausible explanation. However, the need for transparency here doesnt change. This whole process goes from XDA, to Telegram, to Teamspeak. With who knows who and what in between those steps and behind the scenes in general. I understand I can choose to just not buy the unlock if I am that concerned. That doesnt mean that other peoples personal info from the transactions, for example, is "safe."
Ive been doing cybersecurity for years. Last thing Id want to see is someone who means well (Afaneh) ending up involved in an accidental scandal. Not that one is present, but how is the community supposed to know with all the privacy?
asrah said:
If youre putting it towards efforts for other development, to assist in giving the device a presence in the root community, then certainly, I hope you get what you need out of it.
All im trying to do here, is figure out how this all boils down at its roots. I dont think youre doing anything improper, I just dont see enough information on this "source" to know what exactly is going on with them specifically.
There we go. I wasnt sure but had suspected something like this might be the case. As, there have been a number of private parties who have gotten their hands on such things in the past. I understand youre not specifically claiming this (least thats my perception from your wording) but it is a more than plausible explanation. However, the need for transparency here doesnt change. This whole process goes from XDA, to Telegram, to Teamspeak. With who knows who and what in between those steps and behind the scenes in general. I understand I can choose to just not buy the unlock if I am that concerned. That doesnt mean that other peoples personal info from the transactions, for example, is "safe."
Ive been doing cybersecurity for years. Last thing Id want to see is someone who means well (Afaneh) ending up involved in an accidental scandal. Not that one is present, but how is the community supposed to know with all the privacy?
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There is no scandal. Platforms have changed too try and make process easier. Hundreds of people have done it with not one issue. If it scares you don’t do it
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asrah said:
Why not at least just directly refer users to the source? For context, I appreciate the fact that it is being offered to the community. Thank you, and the others behind the effort, for that. Just trying to see if there might be a better way than asking people for $125 or whatever the latest asking price is, for what amounts to getting info from the parent company, or modifying samsungs software.
Issues apparent at the moment:
1) The identity of the group (not individual names, just who the group is, past efforts and in what communities, reputation of the group demonstrated by evidence) is not known to the community. Im in the telegram group, I know what yall do.
2) Users are being asked for money via what is stated to be a middleman. Are the people running the Telegram group the ones doing the bootloader unlocks? Transparency is key here. Users are giving items of tangible value (currency) to what appears to be a "man in the shadows." Whats the entire chain of events from payment to completion? I know the unlock process it outlined. I mean including the sources, the methods, how it goes from them, to you, to us.
3) Who ends up getting the money? Is it shared? All to them? All to you? Id much prefer the group behind the actual unlock source be the ones who get the money. Its up to them how they split it after.
$125 is nothing, as I bought a Note 20. I didnt buy the Ultra because the extra features just arent necessary to me. So, not that you would Afaneh, but to anyone who sees/responds to this, dont play the "youre too broke" game. I could probably buy the unlock for most if not all of the XDA Note 20/Ultra forum userbase.
Post has been edited a few times to more clearly communicate the issues at hand, and to correct typos.
Asking someone to come off the idea of charging users for a bootloader unlock that is clearly available, and must have come from 1) modifications to copyrighted software or 2) the parent company, is not the same as asking the parent company to give me the phone for free. You have no idea what you are talking about. Only potential costs are "labor" which is nebulous at best because for labor costs you have to be doing an actual job.
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1. What? All the people in the group that help to provide unlock option are well known devs to the community including myself whom is the only one who even provided root options for s8 s8+ (twice) n8, s9 s9+ n9 over last few years. Been on XDA a decade now. This of course is just me, others have years of contributions as well. so not sure what you mean by being unknown to the community.
2. A middle man, reseller, call it what you will. Fact is I have spent years developing relationships with various "sources" whom I trust and whom trust me. If source is not willing to deal in US market and me being a friend who is trustworthy makes a deal with said source that he only deals with me to allow me to offer said service in the usa market based on fact that people go through me then I am more than willing to do so since if I wasnt a "middleman" then it wouldnt even be an option for anyone. Also, if you ever do find a way into the group I am very transparent as to the process from start to finish. Just because source doesnt want to deal in usa market unless it goes through me doesnt make any difference. Fact is people are dealing with ME, not the source and I definitely am not hidingvin the shadows as you would think. lol.
3. Who gets the money? obviously its a paid service so of course money goes to the person actually doing the unlock. There are some fees of course to process payments and conversion and taxes etc. but essentially all the money goes to source to unlock device. There is basically an agreed price from source then w.e they want to allow for us to have is what we get but i guarantee you its not lucrative by any means for us doing the unlocks, i cant quit my day job or anything lol. but that being said, source obviously doesnt want me working on their behalf for free as well as it wouldnt make sense for me to do so considering all the requests and having to spend hours daily to help facilitate the process is very demanding time wise.
to add, xda doesnt allow paid services to be discussed so any issues u have u can send via pm or join grpup if u can find a link or pm me on said chat application.
The service is available, i provide as much details as i can (that i have myself really) and ultimately its no get rich quick scheme nor do i try to pursuade anyone to do anything so its ultimately up to the user if they want to go through with it. In fact for someone with questions/concerns such as yourself I actually say do not unlock your device. I know I wouldnt if I had concerns and dont suggest anyone else does especially if I cant answer all your questions.
That being said, is exactly why xda doesnt allow these types of services on xda lol.
elliwigy said:
1. What? All the people in the group that help to provide unlock option are well known devs to the community including myself whom is the only one who even provided root options for s8 s8+ (twice) n8, s9 s9+ n9 over last few years. Been on XDA a decade now. This of course is just me, others have years of contributions as well. so not sure what you mean by being unknown to the community.
The service is available, i provide as much details as i can (that i have myself really) and ultimately its no get rich quick scheme nor do i try to pursuade anyone to do anything so its ultimately up to the user if they want to go through with it. In fact for someone with questions/concerns such as yourself I actually say do not unlock your device. I know I wouldnt if I had concerns and dont suggest anyone else does especially if I cant answer all your questions.
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Well, the main way it was expressed is "its from a source." Didnt tell me much, but it looks like the dots are connected now.
The potential concern was information privacy and what may or may not be done with said info. Im aware of the XDA rule about paid services. On one hand, it is obviously understandable why the disconnect between the forum and outside group exists. On the other, it creates a layer of "unknown ground." However, you have come out publicly and spoken. As well, your profile matches the name of one of the members who run the group. As far as Im concerned, thats about as good of verification of positive standing with the community that can be gotten in the circumstances. I wasnt trying to say yall werent legit, just trying to put the pieces together for the people who might not be sure. Hopefully you get more requests this way. As, I would like such a high-end phone to have a root/ROM presence. I still have my original Note 4, and have enjoyed the custom utility I get from this community.
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There is no scandal. Platforms have changed too try and make process easier. Hundreds of people have done it with not one issue. If it scares you don’t do it
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I didnt say there was. The information was regarding potential issues that can arise from an issue that has a multi-layered disconnect from the original platform. However, the information as it stands, has been made public. So, issue resolved as far as Im concerned. Im not scared of it, I was just curious because of the seeming disconnect between the forum presence and the outside chat group. The information is now easily referenced by any community member, so there's no other concern to be noted.
New build up!
15.11.2020 - Add TWRP fastbootd support, Clean up fstab, Move kernel to gz format.
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Supported Models:
Galaxy Note 20 N9810, N981N, N981U, N981U1 and N981W.
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I read this several times, so please forgive me if I missed it somehow. No support for N986U1?
Flame Red said:
I read this several times, so please forgive me if I missed it somehow. No support for N986U1?
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here you can find twrp but you need to unlock bootloader first, PM me for more details.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ent/recovery-twrp-3-4-0-1-snapdragon-t4159989
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Note: This Thread is @svetius Approved!
NOTE: Thread temporarily closed until OP returns
SamPWND Bootloader Unlock Service
Note2: This is an informational thread that links to a paid service. Paid service is not a service provided by XDA.
The service described in this thread is simply to provide a remote service that will unlock the bootloader on USA Samsung devices released from the S10 and newer devices. This includes S10, N10, S20, N20, S21, Flip/Fold models, Tab S7 etc. devices which typically will have the letter U, U1, W or in some carrier specific cases might have a different letter, for example, N976V is Verizon N10! 5G model which is also unlockable. This service is not for Exynos variants or China/HK variants that are already unlockable by default.
Due to the nature of this service, there is no exploit that exists. It is also device specific so it is impossible to release any sort of exploit or method that would work on every device due to it being device specific. I will explain more of the process below but please understand that individual files are needed for me to purchase to unlock your devices and of course that is why this service is not able to be provided for free. You all know from my past experiences and posts that if I could provide a free method I would have already done so.
Spoiler: Process
1. First you should be sure to read the FAQ's and all other information on the website and in this thread etc. then be 100% sure that unlocking is what you want to do. Read the notes/disclaimers, refund policy, etc. etc.
2. If you decide unlocking through this service is what you want to do, proceed to the website REMOVED and in the menu go to the "Purchase" tab.
3. Be sure to read each step clearly and enter in accurate information. Form is designed to help walk you though getting your OneUI version, bootloader version, the correct DID etc. etc. It also includes a brief description of the refund policy as well as a signature box to sign just iindicating that you have read everything and agree. This is also done so that if you are on a device or a specific update/bootloader version that cannot be unlocked then it will tell you so and will not allow you to make a payment or will show 0$. If you can unlock your device, it will show you the price and allow you to make a payment once you have completed the form.
4. It will take 1-2 business days (not counting weekends, holidays, as well as life events such as if I get sick or life happens or my source is not available at the time etc.) to have the payment hit my bank account at which time I will send to my source to obtain your unlock "token."
5. Once token is received, I will proceed to message you on Telegram or Discord (whichever you prefer, you have the option to leave your username for both when filling out the form) and will send Instrucitons in a txt file along with modded ODIN (in case you don't already have it) as well as your unlock token so that you can unlock your device at your earliest convenience!
Spoiler: Notes
I wanted to try and keep the XDA threads short and clean so any notes or FAQ's you have questions for I suggest you view the website including the FAQ's first as well as the support group on TG is a good place to talk to others who have already unlocked or planning to unlock using this service as well as you can ask in this thread as usual.
The "Purchase Form" on the website when filled out correctly based on your device will tell you if your device is unlockable or not so fill that out first and if unlockable it will tell you the price at the end of which you can either pay or not depending on what you decide!
Spoiler: Disclaimers
-IMPORTANT - Do NOT blindly update if you are unlocked already or if you plan to unlock your bootloader via this service. Sammy has incremented the bootloader and updated some devices to OneUI 3.1 which breaks the BL unlock. Devices still on the same rev (i.e. S20 at time of this writing) then you can just flash back an older OneUI firmware and device will be unlocked again. If you update to OneUI 3.1 on new bootloader version then you likely will lost the unlock and can't downgrade (i.e. S20FE on rev2/3, N20 and S21 Models on rev2). That said, there are some devs posting some "safe" update files to allow you to update to latest firmware without losing your unlock so before taking any updates always check in the support group first. You have been warned!
- This method will unlock the bootloader allowing you to use custom firmware, custom kernels and everything else that is allowed with an unlocked bootloader including Magisk root.
- Please read the policies on the website including refund policy. Proceeding with the unlock service assumes you have read everything including the policies and decided to continue with the service.
- This DOES NOT unlock your SIM or carrier/network. it is NOT a SIM unlock.
- This process modifies the steady partition. Therefore if you end up messing with this partition or get another remote service such as combo flash or sim unlock service etc. that messes with the steady partition then you might overwrite the unlock and essentially relock the bootloader. Chances are if you have no idea what a steady partition is then I would not worry about it at all.
- Knox will be tripped. This means apps that rely on Knox flag not being tripped will no longer work i.e. Secure Folder, Samsung Pay etc.
- Once the device is unlocked, if for whatever reason it is locked again then it cannot be unlocked anymore. So make sure that once you unlock the bootloader that this is the choice you want to make and you want it unlocked.
- This service is strictly to unlock the bootloader. It is not a root thread, ROM service etc. What you choose to do with your device after being unlocked is your choice. Once device is unlocked, this thread/service will have served it's purpose. Links to other threads sources will likely be provided in another post just so users who are unlocking will have an easy reference and to keep this thread clean.
Spoiler: Feedback/Complaints
If you have any complaints about the service or want to provide feedback then please do so via PM and/or the contact page on the website or via TG/Discord if we have already spoke there etc. Do not bother the forum moderators with complaints regarding the service itself because they are not affiliated with the service and I simply got permission to post about and talk about the service. I assume this isn't something usually granted but I'd like to believe due to me being a long time member, contributor, developer and moderator that an exception was made. Keep in mind, if this somehow get's out of hand or goes south I am sure I will end up having to delete this thread. Let's not let it get to that point!
Spoiler: Purpose
- This is not a get rich quick scheme or something to make money. Trust me, I wouldn't even bother with this if my purpose was to make money because it is not very lucrative to say the least. There is cost involved with purchasing the actual unlock, site costs, payment gateway fees to be able to accept payments, time and effort to process the unlocks etc. so take all of that into consideration when weighing the cost.
- It has been years since USA models had a device that could be unlocked. I have spent countless weeks researching security since the S8. I released root methods for S8 devices as well as the S9/N9 devices at a later time which took a long time to figure out and that was just a basic root method. I was skeptical at first about this unlock process but trusted my sources and when I first unlocked my device I did various testing and concluded it is legit! At this time no one else knew about it, couldn't talk about it, etc. By word of mouth (until now), many devs/users have unlocked their device using this service. TWRP threads have popped up, some custom ROM threads have started popping up etc. The hope of going public is we get a lot more users purchasing and unlocking their devices (when it otherwise is not possible) and drives the development for USA devices.
XDA is the ONLY place I have published this post and would like to keep it that way. You are NOT allowed to create your own posts in regards to this service and if I see any other posts around this service I will ask to have it removed. You can however link to this XDA post if anyone has questions as to how your device was unlocked.
Spoiler: Website
Note: If you frequented the website before, I have removed the "forum" function from the website since we can discuss everything here on XDA in this thread so there is no need for a forum to be attached to my website any longer. Registration on the website is not required for anything. You can view the shop and purchase the service or view the ROM's section to see some of my SamPWND ROM's and download them etc. if you like all without registering or anything.
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Resources/Links:
Official SamPWND BL Unlock TG Support Group
SamPWND ROMS for S20+ and S20U - by @elliwigy
More to come soon.. if you are a developer or posted a ROM or other custom work on XDA and want me to link it here then just send me a message or comment!
Updates
1/9/2021:
- This ssrvice is provided by myself with support from @me2151
- We are not associated with others providing similar services on here.
- Website/Stripe is used for secure payments to be processed from the website. If you want to use a less secure method such as Paypal or Transferwise then send me a PM or join the support group or even contact through website contact form or chat and we can work something out.
Awesome and fast service! I unlocked my s10e (sm-g970u) the next day after I requested and paid. It's a great feeling to have an unlocked bootloader on my U variant phone!
Another satisfied member here.
Thank God!!! I will link my Rooting Tutorial here for the unlock service
PS: I am a happy customer!
Wow, this is great, Thanks for providing this...i don't have one of these devices yet, but I will, and it's great to know I can be bootloader unlocked
Thanks
Got mine unlocked about two months ago. 100% satisfied.
Got my unlocked s20U done in a day about a month or so ago. Great service, they work fast and help is there when needed. Very happy and very satisfied.
Unlocked my S20 Ultra 5G the week of Thanksgiving. Once payment was made and verified service was quick and painless
200% satisfied and would recommend if you're wanting the freedom to use YOUR device how you want too!!
I haven't owned a Note since the Note 3, until I read about your Bootloader Unlock for the US snap. As soon as I saw all the XDA Developers in the Telegram chat that were already unlocked, I didn't hesitate, I immediately bought a Note 10 plus (N975U1) and contacted you. Within a few days I was Unlocked, Rooted and TWRP'd. The process was simple and fast. I am so happy to have a Rooted Note again, Thank you @elliwigy and @afaneh92
Thank god, now I can point the 1000+ people in my DMs here.
How is this different from people selling their EDL enabled accounts as a service to flash bricked Xiaomi phones? They are not allowed to even advertise their services at XDA, why are you different compared to them? To be clear, I absolutely support your initiative and I am very happy that this service exists. However, the XDA rules sometimes seem unfair.
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How is this different from people selling their EDL enabled accounts as a service to flash bricked Xiaomi phones? They are not allowed to even advertise their services at XDA, why are you different compared to them? To be clear, I absolutely support your initiative and I am very happy that this service exists. However, the XDA rules sometimes seem unfair.
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I don't know those other people but off the bat selling actual accounts doesnt sound right lol.
What are the chances that something like what happened with the note 8 (exynos) happens and the bootloader relocks itself?
2coolium said:
What are the chances that something like what happened with the note 8 (exynos) happens and the bootloader relocks itself?
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I dont know what you mean.. exynos are unlockable out of the box so u can just unlock it again? I hope anyone considering the service to read all the info available including the store policies. Hasnt been one person yet that had issues with it "relocking" so far. Except me on one of my devixes but i was researching lol youd have to almost go out of ur way and know what ur doing to relock it lol
ChongoDroid said:
Thank god, now I can point the 1000+ people in my DMs here.
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1000+ lol. i hope thats an exaggeration lol jk
Would it be possible to relock bootloader if i decided to and how it could be done?
boybkol said:
Would it be possible to relock bootloader if i decided to and how it could be done?
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Yes it's possible to re-lock but Knox will still have been tripped I'm pretty sure. Why would you want to lock it
Edit: per @elliwigy
- Once the device is unlocked, if for whatever reason it is locked again then it cannot be unlocked anymore. So make sure that once you unlock the bootloader that this is the choice you want to make and you want it unlocked.
I like to trade up every time samsung releases new galaxy s series, saves me money than paying for the whole amount. If it's bootloader unlocked, I'm afraid i can't do that.