Here is method of rooting posted at Technoswap.com:
http://www.technowasp.com/root-install-cwm-moto-x-2nd-gen-2014/
Found another root video on YouTube. Not sure which language is this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObM9D-KLrOg
You need to specify that this is for the pure edition. If you read the instructions you must have an unlocked boot loader
smalltownbird said:
You need to specify that this is for the pure edition. If you read the instructions you must have an unlocked boot loader
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Go down a little on that page and there is method for unlocking bootloader as well.
But yeah, I am not sure if rooting a pure edition and normal edition is different thing. I came across these links so thought to share here for benefit of all
Jack Sparrow xda said:
But yeah, I am not sure if rooting a pure edition and normal edition is different thing. I came across these links so thought to share here for benefit of all
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There is no means to root a AT&T and Verizon "normal" version currently available. Bootloader is LOCKED with a Capital "L".
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Here we go again with another fun how to thread will all my Moto X videos and more to come hope this can help out some noobs
Moto X Review
Moto X bootloader Unlock
Moto X VS. Moto G
Moto X unbrick and restore Tool
Moto X Safe Strap Recovery video
How to install TWRP on the unlocked Moto X
How to install CyanogenMod 11 KitKat Rom
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Mods please sticky I think this will really help people out will be adding more soon
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New CM11 Video added to OP
Awesome!
I'll be linking to this as well as the complete Moto x guide by @dray_jr I usually link to when people open threads without searching, before I report it. LOL
Great job!
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kj2112 said:
Awesome!
I'll be linking to this as well as the complete Moto x guide by @dray_jr I usually link to when people open threads without searching, before I report it. LOL
Great job!
Sent from my N5 cell phone telephone....
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thanks glad that you like it will be adding more soon
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thanks glad that you like it will be adding more soon
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For sure some will be far less confused SEEING this stuff instead of just reading words.
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kj2112 said:
For sure some will be far less confused SEEING this stuff instead of just reading words.
Sent from my N5 cell phone telephone....
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Yeah I really hope this can help out some noobs.
Mods please sticky this post if you think it will help
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Here we go again with another fun how to thread will all my Moto X videos and more to come hope this can help out some noobs
Moto X Review
Moto X bootloader Unlock
Moto X VS. Moto G
Moto X unbrick and restore Tool
Moto X Safe Strap Recovery video
How to install TWRP on the unlocked Moto X
How to install CyanogenMod 11 KitKat Rom
More to come please subscribe to this thread
Mods please sticky I think this will really help people out will be adding more soon
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Thanks, is there a link on how to root Moto X? It's kinda mentioned at the end of the unlock bootloader video.
x2h said:
Thanks, is there a link on how to root Moto X? It's kinda mentioned at the end of the unlock bootloader video.
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Check the twrp recovery install video it should have the root in it. Once the bootloader is unlocked just install twrp then flash supersu.zip in recovery to get root. It's pretty easy.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
Tomsgt said:
Check the twrp recovery install video it should have the root in it. Once the bootloader is unlocked just install twrp then flash supersu.zip in recovery to get root. It's pretty easy.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
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'Thanks. Where's the superSU file?
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'Thanks. Where's the superSU file?
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You can get it at rootjunksdl.com or of xda if you Google supersu.zip you will see it.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
So what if you want to move from 4.4 to 4.4.2 from an ATT, rooted, non Dev, non custom recovery moto x? I was under the impression using this boot loader unlock method only worked for Dev editions..
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So what if you want to move from 4.4 to 4.4.2 from an ATT, rooted, non Dev, non custom recovery moto x? I was under the impression using this boot loader unlock method only worked for Dev editions..
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You are correct. Bootloader unlock method only works for Dev Editions, and phones from T-Mobile, Sprint and other carriers where Moto gives out bootloader unlock codes. If you have an ATT or Verizon retail or Moto Maker X, and were not lucky enough to buy an unlock code from the Chinese seller (before it got shut down), you can not unlock your bootloader and use TWRP to root.
If you have a LOCKED (and not unlockable) bootloader, like ATT/Verizon, and you are on rooted 4.4 using SlapMyMoto and disabled write protection by using MotoWpNoMo, taking the 4.4.2 OTA update will revert the effects of MotoWpNoMo, patch the exploit used, and write protection will become re-enabled. You will likely keep root, but with write protection enabled, any changes you make to /system or the other protected folders will be lost at power off/on, making root less useful. Since 4.4.2 also patches the exploit used to gain root, if you hadn't rooted before taking 4.4.2, you wont be able to root it once its on your phone.
HOWEVER... If you are rooted & write protection disabled with 4.4, you could consider using SafeStrap with 4.4.2. I don't know how well it works (I have a Dev Edition, so I haven't tried it), but it is an option for using 4.4.2
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It appears that real soon we may have root for locked bootloader devices running Lollipop.
Read here for more info.
zoid_99 said:
It appears that real soon we may have root for locked bootloader devices running Lollipop.
Read here for more info.
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One thing has nothing to do with the other.
Lollipop requires some changes to have root access and that was only possible with a modified kernel.
Now Chainfire managed to root the Lollipop without a custom kernel.
But installing ZIP file of root need a custom recovery , so still need to have the device with unlocked bootloader .
I've done the root Lollipop using this new root method of Chainfire.
Junior Passos said:
One thing has nothing to do with the other.
Lollipop requires some changes to have root access and that was only possible with a modified kernel.
Now Chainfire managed to root the Lollipop without a custom kernel.
But installing ZIP file of root need a custom recovery , so still need to have the device with unlocked bootloader .
I've done the root Lollipop using this new root method of Chainfire.
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If you read the article it appears that there is no need to install a zip in a custom recovery to get root with this method.
" the need for ramdisk modifications was concerning for many users of bootloader-locked devices for which no unlock is available (yes, they do unfortunately exist). The answer to their prayers is now here"
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If you read the article it appears that there is no need to install a zip in a custom recovery to get root with this method.
" the need for ramdisk modifications was concerning for many users of bootloader-locked devices for which no unlock is available (yes, they do unfortunately exist). The answer to their prayers is now here"
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Hmmm interesting.
Then the process should be with CF-Auto-Root .
I used one of those before when I first root in Lollipop.
But thought the command "mfastboot boot cf-auto-root.img" only work with unlocked bootloader and not the locked too.
Amazing.
Me excite!
You can only flash signed zips, so this only makes it easier because you dont need a device specific package for rooting
godutch said:
You can only flash signed zips, so this only makes it easier because you dont need a device specific package for rooting
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Translated... Will it work on moto x vzw?
GatorsUF said:
Translated... Will it work on moto x vzw?
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No.
cam30era said:
No.
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OF course
This revelation means that Android 5.0 users*no longer need to run a modified kernel to gain root access via SuperSU (or other root solutions). While not a huge problem on Nexus devices with unlockable bootloaders, the need for ramdisk modifications was concerning for many users of bootloader-locked devices for which no unlock is available (yes, they do unfortunately exist). The answer to their prayers is now here, and we can present an exclusive explanation of the changes needed. At least for now (until/unless Google patch this), it is possible to gain root access and then install and use SuperSU on a stock Android 5.0 device, without any kernel ramdisk tweaking. The reason for this is the need for SuperSU to run a service as root, to allow for unconstrained root access on SELinux-protected devices.
Bump. We need root. Can't believe nobody seems to be working on a workaround. No safestrap? No kexec? No root? What happened to our glorious hackers?
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Bump. We need root. Can't believe nobody seems to be working on a workaround. No safestrap? No kexec? No root? What happened to our glorious hackers?
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The glorious hackers are/have tried. Security continues to be more and more difficult to break. Jump in the pool and get it done if you want it sooner. Otherwise, buy a pure edition so you can unlock the boot loader
neh4pres said:
Bump. We need root. Can't believe nobody seems to be working on a workaround. No safestrap? No kexec? No root? What happened to our glorious hackers?
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Thanks Motorola -_-
Buy a nexus 6. That's what I did. Still have the moto x for my wife so I can play with it
Can't afford it right now. If I knew programming, you bet I would be working on it. God I hate Verizon, but been here so long it's my cheapest option.
matt99017d said:
The glorious hackers are/have tried. Security continues to be more and more difficult to break. Jump in the pool and get it done if you want it sooner. Otherwise, buy a pure edition so you can unlock the boot loader
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Will the pure edition work on Verizon?
GrandMstrBud said:
Will the pure edition work on Verizon?
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From what I understand, if you pop an activated Verizon SIM card into it, it'll work. Read that it'll work on the unlocked Nexus 6 too.
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From what I understand, if you pop an activated Verizon SIM card into it, it'll work. Read that it'll work on the unlocked Nexus 6 too.
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LTE should work but what about CDMA side of it?
GreenMunky said:
From what I understand, if you pop an activated Verizon SIM card into it, it'll work. Read that it'll work on the unlocked Nexus 6 too.
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LTE should work but what about CDMA side of it?
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No, CDMA will not work, nor 3G. So you will be confined only to LTE service and Google Voice (or similar).
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The glorious hackers are/have tried. Security continues to be more and more difficult to break. Jump in the pool and get it done if you want it sooner. Otherwise, buy a pure edition so you can unlock the boot loader
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Looks like your idea will not work and maybe that's the reason for this thread? Pure Edition won't work on VZW
I HAVE ROOTTED DROID RAZOR M 183.46.10 4.4.2 UPDATED CAN ANY ONE TELL ME HOW TO UNLOCK BOOTLOADER I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING LIKE motopocalypse PLEASE HELP !!!!!!!!!
For now - sigma box with pack 2 only.
There is no 'free" ways to unlock your device at this moment....
jamil.ah said:
I HAVE ROOTTED DROID RAZOR M 183.46.10 4.4.2 UPDATED CAN ANY ONE TELL ME HOW TO UNLOCK BOOTLOADER I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING LIKE motopocalypse PLEASE HELP !!!!!!!!!
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[INDEX] Motorola Droid Razr M (2015)
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FWIW, the APK version didn't seem to want to work for me, but the zip worked fine from my PC. You need to use the OEM Moto USB cable (or identical one), too. Just did it twice the past few days.
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FWIW, the APK version didn't seem to want to work for me, but the zip worked fine from my PC. You need to use the OEM Moto USB cable (or identical one), too. Just did it twice the past few days.
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What are you talking about? You unlocked bootloader with .zip'ed motopocalypse on latest firmware?
Shmaks said:
What are you talking about? You unlocked bootloader with .zip'ed motopocalypse on latest firmware?
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If you bother to read the OP (or the title), he's not using the latest firmware (and neither am I) so he can still unlock it. However, if he updates to the latest BEFORE unlocking, he indeed will be screwed.
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If you bother to read the OP (or the title), he's not using the latest firmware (and neither am I) so he can still unlock it. However, if he updates to the latest BEFORE unlocking, he indeed will be screwed.
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Except it's not the system version that matters it's the kernel version that does.
Hi everyone. I'm new to the rooting aspect, kinda. I did root my old samsung s5 back to kitkat after it was severely stunted by the lollipop update. Which I really hated. However, I have been following XDA since my first droid R2D2 edition. Now i'm on my 5th droid.
So, if you'll excuse me if this question has been posted. However, thru every tut i've read, they all state you need to unlock bootloader to root. And moto as well as vzw will void warranty if bootloader is unlocked. Correct me if I am wrong. (I posted a pic, but because of spamming, I can't post it because of being a newbie. That being the case, if anyone can answer my question, I will be glad to supply the link.)
But is this not an unlocked bootloader? And this phone shipped to me from moto. Granted, I had to unlock dev options. So would I still have to contact moto for the unlock code?
Running moto turbo 2.
Thanks for any info ya'll have.
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Hi everyone. I'm new to the rooting aspect, kinda. I did root my old samsung s5 back to kitkat after it was severely stunted by the lollipop update. Which I really hated. However, I have been following XDA since my first droid R2D2 edition. Now i'm on my 5th droid.
So, if you'll excuse me if this question has been posted. However, thru every tut i've read, they all state you need to unlock bootloader to root. And moto as well as vzw will void warranty if bootloader is unlocked. Correct me if I am wrong. (I posted a pic, but because of spamming, I can't post it because of being a newbie. That being the case, if anyone can answer my question, I will be glad to supply the link.)
But is this not an unlocked bootloader? And this phone shipped to me from moto. Granted, I had to unlock dev options. So would I still have to contact moto for the unlock code?
Running moto turbo 2.
Thanks for any info ya'll have.
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This has been discussed turning that on does nothing
bigv5150 said:
This has been discussed turning that on does nothing
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Thanks much. I thought it had. However, I could find no indication of that.
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hellow! i am also running turbo 2... did u get the bootloader unlocker?
Since the phone cant be unlocked what have you done with your moto g4 16gigs amazon
i made a brick.. Now, i am waiting for "nougat ota" for try again via fastboot
asim javed said:
Since the phone cant be unlocked what have you done with your moto g4 16gigs amazon
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It is not true that Amazon version of the Moto G4 cannot be unlocked. I did mine just yesterday, following instructions in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4/how-to/how-to-root-g4-fix-bootable-attempted-t3417592. I have it both bootloader unlocked and rooted. Just follow the instructions closely. Cheers.
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It is not true that Amazon version of the Moto G4 cannot be unlocked. I did mine just yesterday, following instructions in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4/how-to/how-to-root-g4-fix-bootable-attempted-t3417592. I have it both bootloader unlocked and rooted. Just follow the instructions closely. Cheers.
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Do you have the 16 or 32gb model? You're sure you had the one with ads?
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Do you have the 16 or 32gb model? You're sure you had the one with ads?
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Kaziwazee said:
It is not true that Amazon version of the Moto G4 cannot be unlocked. I did mine just yesterday, following instructions in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4/how-to/how-to-root-g4-fix-bootable-attempted-t3417592. I have it both bootloader unlocked and rooted. Just follow the instructions closely. Cheers.
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Inside this guide say:
NOTE: As of 7/18/2016, Amazon ad-subsidised Moto G 4th Gen devices cannot be bootloader unlocked, therefore they cannot be rooted. Sorry, Lollipop and newer Android security changes pretty much put an end to that.
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if you have 32gb model you can try with success, but if you have 16gb model, maybe you want to sit down and cry
I have 16gb model and i cant unlocked it, i tried..
So, if you don't have bootloader unlocked don't try to root your phone or change your rom.
trust me, i tried to made an update via fastboot to nougat and i made a beautiful brick..
Mine is the 32gb model. Even though it says that it cannot be bootloader unlocked in the thread, once you go to the Motorola link provided and enter the details of your phone if you get a verification code your phone CAN be unlocked. It is what I did, and was surprised that I actually got the code. From there, everything was pretty straightforward.
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Do you have the 16 or 32gb model? You're sure you had the one with ads?
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I can confirm that my xt1625, 16gb ad supported, now has an unlocked bootloader. I got this phone just over a month ago. Maybe something changed in the latest revision? Maybe someone made some big mistakes during manufacturing?
Anyone in the US getting the OTA Nougat update for the XT1625? was hoping it was coming soon...
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I can confirm that my xt1625, 16gb ad supported, now has an unlocked bootloader. I got this phone just over a month ago. Maybe something changed in the latest revision? Maybe someone made some big mistakes during manufacturing?
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version?
the only thing i have been able to do is overwrite the splash logo and the picture in the background during fastboot. motorola says my version is unsupported. wish i knew of a way of bruteforcing unlock codes