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Guys please help I can't unlock the boot loader(ze550kl) for the following model I wanted to install cm. Thank you
ASUSSKU WW
BOARD msm8916
BOOTLOADER unknown
BRAND asus
CHARACTERISTICS phone
COUNTRYCODE WW
CPU_ABI arm64-v8a
DEVICE ASUS_Z00L_63
DISPLAY LRX22G.WW_user_1.17.40.1234_20160304
FINGERPRINT asus/WW_Z00L/ASUS_Z00L_63:5.0.2/LRX22G/WW_user_1.17.40.1234_20160304:user/release-keys
HARDWARE qcom
HOST builder5-pc
ID LRX22G
MANUFACTURER asus
MODEL ASUS_Z00LD
PRODUCT WW_Z00L
TAGS release-keys
TYPE user
USER builder5
CODENAME REL
INCREMENTAL WW_Z00L-WW_user_1.17.40.1234_20160304-user-20160304
RELEASE 5.0.2
SDK_INT 21
RADIO 202c10_11.1.0_160304
Root Access:no access
SU:not found
How to unlock bootloader?
Use the boot loader unlock app found in the General subforum.
HampTheToker said:
Use the boot loader unlock app found in the General subforum.
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I tried it just restarts and there is no white logo screen
The white logo screen is only for the ZenFone 2 base models. For ZenFone 2 Laser variants, the logo screen will and should remain black. To verify whether your device hadha been truly unlocked, head over to fastboot mode on your device, and type the command: "fastboot oem device-info" (without the quotes) into the command prompt/terminal.
If it says device unlocked: true, that means your device had been successfully unlocked.
Another method is to try flashing TWRP onto your device, then attempting to boot into recovery. If it boot successfully, your device had been unlocked. If the ASUS logo just flashes and goes instantly, and then rebooting back to the system, it is still locked.
Rizzed said:
The white logo screen is only for the ZenFone 2 base models. For ZenFone 2 Laser variants, the logo screen will and should remain black. To verify whether your device hadha been truly unlocked, head over to fastboot mode on your device, and type the command: "fastboot oem device-info" (without the quotes) into the command prompt/terminal.
If it says device unlocked: true, that means your device had been successfully unlocked.
Another method is to try flashing TWRP onto your device, then attempting to boot into recovery. If it boot successfully, your device had been unlocked. If the ASUS logo just flashes and goes instantly, and then rebooting back to the system, it is still locked.
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Thanks Rizzed I'll check via fastboot
Any results?
Same device and same problem
I have tried with a few "different" unlock apps and still get the following result after running
Code:
fastboot oem device-info
HTML:
...
(bootloader) Device unlocked: false
(bootloader) Charger screen enabled: false
(bootloader) Display panel:
OKAY [ 0.004s]
finished. total time: 0.004s
Also I noticed that Asus' support page from the country where the device was bought does not have "utilities" section where the unlock apk would be located. (can't post a direct link since I'm new here, so here's part of the link: asus.com/br/Phone/ZenFone-2-Laser-ZE550KL/HelpDesk_Download/)
for this version of firmware(WW_user_1.17.40.1234_20160304) it does not work.. I have tried many times ... I am downgrading to 1.16.... will check.. For 1.16, bootloader unlock works with the unlocker app for ze600kl
hemantjangid39 said:
for this version of firmware(WW_user_1.17.40.1234_20160304) it does not work.. I have tried many times ... I am downgrading to 1.16.... will check.. For 1.16, bootloader unlock works with the unlocker app for ze600kl
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Does it really work after downgrading? I'm currently sitting right here pulling my hair out over this. Would be great if it really works.
Did you manage to downgrade?
I tried downgrading but failed with fota_return_code 409 ("can't install this package [date] over newer build [date]").
igorrafael said:
Did you manage to downgrade?
I tried downgrading but failed with fota_return_code 409 ("can't install this package [date] over newer build [date]").
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Before attempting to downgrade, go to FASTBOOT mode, and type this commands (in order),
fastboot erase system
fastboot oem reboot-recovery
It should be able to flash successfully now.
Rizzed said:
Before attempting to downgrade, go to FASTBOOT mode, and type this commands (in order),
fastboot erase system
fastboot oem reboot-recovery
It should be able to flash successfully now.
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Thanks for the tip. Erasing system didn't work but your gave me the idea of changing the recovery partition. I managed to flash the stock version from this post. Only after the second line of the recovery screen showed "1.16" I managed to flash the file UL-Z00L-WW-1.16.40.763-user.zip
Unfortunately still didn't manage to unlock after a factory reset with the new firmware. Using unlock apk from this post:
igorrafael said:
Thanks for the tip. Erasing system didn't work but your gave me the idea of changing the recovery partition. I managed to flash the stock version from this post. Only after the second line of the recovery screen showed "1.16" I managed to flash the file UL-Z00L-WW-1.16.40.763-user.zip
Unfortunately still didn't manage to unlock after a factory reset with the new firmware. Using unlock apk from this post:
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Really sorry about that..
I'm currently trying out all the other previous software, starting from the latest to the oldest. I will inform you immediately if it works out.
nrv.patel said:
I tried it just restarts and there is no white logo screen
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I have been trying to unlock using the official unlock app since seven days. @Rajko said the app works sometimes. Also I have noticed that devices that were updated to 1.17 build are facing the same problem. Others who unlocked their device before the update were able to unlock BL. I even tried downgrading to 1.15 and 1.16 but no success till now. Maybe Asus has patched the bootloader with the 1.17 update and as you know bootloaders cannot be downgraded normally and can be fatal for any device. We may be able to unlock when Asus releases unlock app for Z00L.
sziraqui said:
I have been trying to unlock using the official unlock app since seven days. @Rajko said the app works sometimes. Also I have noticed that devices that were updated to 1.17 build are facing the same problem. Others who unlocked their device before the update were able to unlock BL. I even tried downgrading to 1.15 and 1.16 but no success till now. Maybe Asus has patched the bootloader with the 1.17 update and as you know bootloaders cannot be downgraded normally and can be fatal for any device. We may be able to unlock when Asus releases unlock app for Z00L.
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Can confirm this. I downgraded to the oldest but to no avail.
Is there any way to downgrade the bootloader though? I really am thinking of selling this device for those high-end phones (Samsung S7/HTC 10) if there really is no solution.
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Rizzed said:
Can confirm this. I downgraded to the oldest but to no avail.
Is there any way to downgrade the bootloader though? I really am thinking of selling this device for those high-end phones (Samsung S7/HTC 10) if there really is no solution.
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if we don't figure it out within a month I'll also look into a replacement. For now I'll try to live with the stock rom...
btw, any reason you'd go for Samsung/HTC instead of Motorola/OnePlus?
igorrafael said:
if we don't figure it out within a month I'll also look into a replacement. For now I'll try to live with the stock rom...
btw, any reason you'd go for Samsung/HTC instead of Motorola/OnePlus?
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The HTC looks to be an excellent choice. Their last few devices weren't up to par, and it's cost them dearly. They've stepped their game up with the 10, and I think it'll be the device to put them back in the game.
The Galaxy S7 family speaks for itself.
As for Motorola, I'd avoid them like the plague. They're horrible with updates and are getting sued right now for failing to properly honor their customers warranty claims.
Oneplus is a toss up, IMO. The Oneplus 3 could be a hit or a miss. I'm not sure when it's supposed to drop, but I'd keep my eye on it.
HampTheToker said:
The HTC looks to be an excellent choice. Their last few devices weren't up to par, and it's cost them dearly. They've stepped their game up with the 10, and I think it'll be the device to put them back in the game.
The Galaxy S7 family speaks for itself.
As for Motorola, I'd avoid them like the plague. They're horrible with updates and are getting sued right now for failing to properly honor their customers warranty claims.
Oneplus is a toss up, IMO. The Oneplus 3 could be a hit or a miss. I'm not sure when it's supposed to drop, but I'd keep my eye on it.
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Interesting, I personally had very good experience with Motorola and have seen a lot of people having trouble with samsung phones.
My view on Samsung is biased though, as I barely consider them android phones. Prejudice aside , I see them as designed for people who want the status of iPhones but want something "like an android".
I hope the OnePlus 3 turns out to be good
igorrafael said:
Interesting, I personally had very good experience with Motorola and have seen a lot of people having trouble with samsung phones.
My view on Samsung is biased though, as I barely consider them android phones. Prejudice aside , I see them as designed for people who want the status of iPhones but want something "like an android".
I hope the OnePlus 3 turns out to be good
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Well, sorry for saying this, but I personally do not trust any companies from (you know which country). Their phones may pack in very high specifications at very low and attractive prices, but really, there must be a catch, right? (personal opinion)
I live in Singapore and unfortunately, I don't see any Motorola smartphones being sold at any of our major electronics store or even online.
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igorrafael said:
Interesting, I personally had very good experience with Motorola and have seen a lot of people having trouble with samsung phones.
My view on Samsung is biased though, as I barely consider them android phones. Prejudice aside , I see them as designed for people who want the status of iPhones but want something "like an android".
I hope the OnePlus 3 turns out to be good
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I didn't say Moto makes a bad phone. On the contrary, their phones are usually pretty solid. It's their business practices and weak update support that turns me off, but they undeniably make good phones. Just don't expect to run the latest and greatest Android has to offer a year after release.
My opinion of Samsung is biased as well. My previous device was a Galaxy S4, and I LOVED it. It was a damn good phone that could take whatever I threw at it. And, the dev support...that phone had every ROM and mod you could ever want. The only reasons I didn't stick with Sammy were the price, and I the fact that my Samsung experience had gotten a little stale after three years with a Galaxy S4. Plus, these Zenfone variants dropped when I was ready to upgrade, and they were pretty attractive. I don't regret it for a second. Like I said previously, if Asus would drop ZenUI, I'm certain that the root community would want what they have to offer.
Oneplus is due to release a good device. I have a good feeling that they'll drop that crappy invite system this time around. If they do that and give us another flagship killer, the Oneplus 3 would be more than likely sell like hotcakes.
I've always been a Samsung fan, but this phone is packed with features I like. With samsung , unlocked BL then twrp, then flash SU..done. is LG a little different or is it Nouget that is making the process harder or even not possible? Any thoughts from any LG veterans?
Bubba Fett said:
I've always been a Samsung fan, but this phone is packed with features I like. With samsung , unlocked BL then twrp, then flash SU..done. is LG a little different or is it Nouget that is making the process harder or even not possible? Any thoughts from any LG veterans?
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AFAIK it's Nougat. This is my first LG device, coming from HTC 10. I've had many others, just never LG.
lightninbug said:
AFAIK it's Nougat. This is my first LG device, coming from HTC 10. I've had many others, just never LG.
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Did you get the phone yet? Try to unlock? I think i saw you involved over at the s7 edge root thread when i was watching that right? The things I'm going to have to get used to is power button and no physical home/back buttons however if root is achieved and maintained through FW updates I think this phone will be the best out there and development for LG should rise.
Bubba Fett said:
Did you get the phone yet? Try to unlock? I think i saw you involved over at the s7 edge root thread when i was watching that right? The things I'm going to have to get used to is power button and no physical home/back buttons however if root is achieved and maintained through FW updates I think this phone will be the best out there and development for LG should rise.
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No.. thought I was getting it today via UPS... Guess I was tracking the wrong package lmao (stoner moment)... The G pad X came today instead... Lammmmme!!!
LG blocked fastboot commands since MM so the standard would usually be Unlock BL, flash recovery then flash SU.
But its not the case anymore.
Now its Unlock BL wait till an official.tot or .kdz to be released or leaked from LG, then repack it with root or a recovery and flash via LGUP or LG Tool.
just curious, what do you need root for?
phones nowadays come great out of the box. just disable what you dont need.
Z51 said:
just curious, what do you need root for?
phones nowadays come great out of the box. just disable what you dont need.
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Are you really on XDA posting this?...What do we need root for???... Maybe head to the T-Mobile forums bro.
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Are you really on XDA posting this?...What do we need root for???... Maybe head to the T-Mobile forums bro.
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Does someone really need to want to root his phone to be on XDA? There's a whole lot of learning and shared experience going on out in those threads and there's not one rooted V20 to be found.
The fact of the matter is, a lot of people who come to XDA shouldn't be allowed anywhere near an ADB command or a one touch root.
On my short time with the Note 7, XDA showed me that it really wasn't smart to root that phone. Rooting broke too much of the stuff I used, and the developers didn't get enough time to iron out those problems. If they root this phone, I won't be doing it to mine until I see how all of the problems shake out.
douger1957 said:
Does someone really need to want to root his phone to be on XDA? There's a whole lot of learning and shared experience going on out in those threads and there's not one rooted V20 to be found.
The fact of the matter is, a lot of people who come to XDA shouldn't be allowed anywhere near an ADB command or a one touch root.
On my short time with the Note 7, XDA showed me that it really wasn't smart to root that phone. Rooting broke too much of the stuff I used, and the developers didn't get enough time to iron out those problems. If they root this phone, I won't be doing it to mine until I see how all of the problems shake out.
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I think that's a good opinion. Mine is I want to be the administrator of my $800 hand computer. Not tmobile. Not LG, Samsung , or anyone else. I bought it. It's mine. If I want to block ads, or change the color of my clock then I should be able to. I agree on waiting for bugs to be fixed, but being able to flash a backup or backed up app is a nice feature. I miss the days where root came easy and we owned the rights to our devices. It's bull5hit!
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I think that's a good opinion. Mine is I want to be the administrator of my $800 hand computer. Not tmobile. Not LG, Samsung , or anyone else. I bought it. It's mine. If I want to block ads, or change the color of my clock then I should be able to. I agree on waiting for bugs to be fixed, but being able to flash a backup or backed up app is a nice feature. I miss the days where root came easy and we owned the rights to our devices. It's bull5hit!
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Amen to that lol! Do you know how long does it take to restore every single app when you dont have titanium backup installed and your device rooted? (i have 113 user apps in my lg g3), you can easily take up to 2 hours installing and setting up. while when you have titanium, you can sit there and drink up your coconut juice while it does everything on its own and everything already set up, and it is pretty quick too. Also, i hate ads. unless the benefit me (that's how i found out about the LG V20 lol) Not to mention that many of the ads out there are either scam or viruses . Also, rooting is the way to really owning your device. a device is not yours until whatever thing you want to do can actually be achieved because you (the owner) wanted to and not because the company wanted to. :good:
I need root for adblocking and xprivacy , that's it. No root within 15 days, its getting returned.
Amd4life said:
I need root for adblocking and xprivacy , that's it. No root within 15 days, its getting returned.
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Lol you might as well return it now then. Beucase i doubt it will be done that quick. I mean, i bought this phone because of its great features. And even though i like to root, flash, and all that, well, i have set up my mind in a balanced mode and said "well, chances to get root are 50%, sure i like to root my phone but probably it wont be possible ". To be honest i usually wait about 3 month before buying a new released smartphone because by around that time, they usually have root and have gotten bugs already fixed. But i couldnt resist the offers on this one LOL. so, if it doesnt get root, i will stuck with it for a while anyway.
Amd4life said:
I need root for adblocking and xprivacy , that's it. No root within 15 days, its getting returned.
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I'm in the exact same boat as you. My V20 is sitting all pretty on my desk. T-14 days before I return it if no root. Been rocking the OnePlus 3 with an awesome ROM since the first Note 7 recall. Absolutely loving it. Got the V20 only because of the screen, camera, and supposedly better sound--all of which are probably marginal upgrades compared to OP3 especially considering it's well over twice the price.
V521 didn't have root until update was released. I grabbed and uploaded the ROM, and soon rooted .dz was there.
Confirmed: Similar to T-Mobile LG G5 there are not flash commands in fastboot to write a new recovery. Will need someone to create a TOT file to get us TWRP and root I think.
confirmed that I have unlocked my t-mobile bootloader also. TRY THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!
booted into fastboot mode by
a) powering down the device
b) putting the cable into the PC USB drive
c) hold down - volume down button, insert USB-C cable into the phone.
d) check the USB drivers in device manager.
e) I manually installed USB driver using the google USB drive from SDK tools 2.2 (LG drivers may also work)
f) cmd, run as administrator, changed directory to my adb folder
g) fastboot oem device, listed my device (so im good to go)
h) [FONT="]fastboot oem unlock (doing such will erase your phone)
I) fastboot getvar unlock[/FONT]
j) fastboot reboot
device boots with security warning (ie bootloader unlocked), boots fine, clean device
went back into fastboot tried to compile a basic TWRP using my v10 TWRP as a basis....fail on my coding skills ( I am still learning)
using command fastboot boot XXX.img
c:\adb>fastboot boot v20.img
downloading 'boot.img'...
OKAY [ 0.700s]
booting...
FAILED (remote: unknown command)
finished. total time: 0.721s
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lightninbug said:
Are you really on XDA posting this?...What do we need root for???... Maybe head to the T-Mobile forums bro.
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Don't get your panties in a bunch. It was a simple question. I come on here to make money. I fix phones for a living and I come here to fix what people attempting to root broke and brought to me to fix. If you don't want to root, you don't have to. If you do, then by all means root your phone. No need to be a **** about it.
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Amd4life said:
confirmed that I have unlocked my t-mobile bootloader also. TRY THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!
booted into fastboot mode by
a) powering down the device
b) putting the cable into the PC USB drive
c) hold down - volume down button, insert USB-C cable into the phone.
d) check the USB drivers in device manager.
e) I manually installed USB driver using the google USB drive from SDK tools 2.2 (LG drivers may also work)
f) cmd, run as administrator, changed directory to my adb folder
g) fastboot oem device, listed my device (so im good to go)
h) [FONT="]fastboot oem unlock (doing such will erase your phone)
I) fastboot getvar unlock[/FONT]
j) fastboot reboot
device boots with security warning (ie bootloader unlocked), boots fine, clean device
went back into fastboot tried to compile a basic TWRP using my v10 TWRP as a basis....fail on my coding skills ( I am still learning)
using command fastboot boot XXX.img
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Apparently LG disables boot/flash. I'm going to try to get a tmobile TOT file tomorrow. I'm working on updating a TOT extractor tool right now to work it.
Can someone run this:
Code:
fastboot getvar all
Bubba Fett said:
I think that's a good opinion. Mine is I want to be the administrator of my $800 hand computer. Not tmobile. Not LG, Samsung , or anyone else. I bought it. It's mine. If I want to block ads, or change the color of my clock then I should be able to. I agree on waiting for bugs to be fixed, but being able to flash a backup or backed up app is a nice feature. I miss the days where root came easy and we owned the rights to our devices. It's bull5hit!
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I will most likely root my phone when the time comes. I am not against rooting at all... I rooted all of my phones except the Note 7. What I'm saying is that root isn't for everyone, not everyone should root their phone even if they think it's the thing to do and that I think there's a place at XDA for people who don't want to learn ADB commands.
Just curious if anyone knows if this is a valid root method for the Canadian Variant? Seems odd I would see something like this on a random site and not on XDA first.
Just curious if anyone has any info.
http://www.androidinfotech.com/2016/06/root-lg-g5-canada-h831-601-marshmallow.html
Here are the steps it says to take:
Download LGUP_Lab_Frame_Ver_1_11.msi.
Download LGH830_DLL.msi.
Copy it to Your PC and Install the Above Both Files in Your PC.
Download SuperSu.
Download Disable DM verify.
Copy the Above Both Files to Your PC.
Switch Off Your Mobile.Connect it With Your PC.Now Boot Your Mobile into Download Mode->Hold Power and Volume Down Button.
Wait Until LG Logo Appears,Release Power Button While Holding Volume Down button.
Now After Single Release Again Hold Power Button Until it Boot into Recovery Mode.
Select Wipe Option in the Stock recovery.Again go to Main Screen of Stock recovery.
After the Main Screen Now Go to Advanced->ADB Sideload.
Now Open and Type the Following Comment in Fastboot Window.
adb sideload
Now Drag and Drop the SuperSu.Zip File in the Command Prompt Window.
Again Type the Following Comment in Fastboot Window.
adb sideload.
Now Drag and Drop the Disable DM verify.Zip File in the Command Prompt Window
Reboot Your Mobile and Open the Applications.
You can find SuperSu in your application.
Download Root checker to Check your Device.
Seems fishy... Unless this is an exploit with older builds, there's no way that would work unless the bootloader is unlocked.
This would only work on H830 or H850... And even then, easier to flash twrp than use stock recovery.
If you really want to root an lg g5, I suggest you look around for an h850.
root lg g5 h831 7.0 Nougat? Canadian Fido mobile varient.
I have just got a brand new Canadian Fido Mobile LG G5 H831, Android version 7.0 Nougat. The recovery that comes with it is hard to get into and it doesn't include an option to backup/restore. I don't want to brick this phone on a 2 yr contract. I have experience unlocking bootloader and rooting on other phones but not my brand new one. I'm new to xda so I cannot post my own topic yet so I'm asking everywhere. Any advice is helpful. Thanks in advance.
big bad brad 31 said:
I have just got a brand new Canadian Fido Mobile LG G5 H831, Android version 7.0 Nougat. The recovery that comes with it is hard to get into and it doesn't include an option to backup/restore. I don't want to brick this phone on a 2 yr contract. I have experience unlocking bootloader and rooting on other phones but not my brand new one. I'm new to xda so I cannot post my own topic yet so I'm asking everywhere. Any advice is helpful. Thanks in advance.
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as of now root and bootloader unlock is not yet achieved on H831 Model.
cheeze.keyk said:
as of now root and bootloader unlock is not yet achieved on H831 Model.
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That's a real shame.
big bad brad 31 said:
That's a real shame.
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youre right. even other models doesn't have root and bootloader unlock. I dont know why LG is doing this kind of practice, while other brands allows BL unlocking of their device.
cheeze.keyk said:
youre right. even other models doesn't have root and bootloader unlock. I dont know why LG is doing this kind of practice, while other brands allows BL unlocking of their device.
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Well there are options on the phone to do (boot unlocking, etc,.) so but it may brick the device. I have all developer options available, usb debugging enabled, i was able to reboot recovery via adb but It's hard to get into and no option to backup/restore, so perhaps on the web elsewhere there will be an answer, or we'll just have to wait. Personally, I love the G5 because It's very high definition and pretty up to date. Let me know if anything comes up. Cheers. UPDATE, if I or anyone finds a way to root the G5 it will be posted here if the thread is still open.
I am wanting to change from a Samsung S7 Edge to the LG G6. I am choosing the LG purely because all the data I've seen so far indicates the bootloader will be unlockable. It seems other variants, T-Mobile & AT&T, are unlockable, but I can find nothing specific that confirms the Sprint (LS993) is.
I have been with Sprint for 11 years. I prefer a cleanly rooted device with the bootloader unlocked for ROM flashes as desired. I've always been into customizing.
My History of Devices
1. Samsung SPH-500
2. HTC EVO-4G Rooted and Flashed Custom MikROM
3. LG-G2 Rooted ClockworkMOD Recovery
4. Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Rooted TWRP Recovery
5. Samsung Galaxy S7 Stock
6. Samsung Galaxy Note 7 1st & 2nd Devices Recalled
7. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Locked Bootloader Stock (Cracked screen, but undamaged digitizer)
I am hoping someone can confirm the Sprint (LS993) Bootloader is unlockable and that root access will be achievable.
I am optimistic. XDA hasn't let me down yet by a long shot.
Sprint LG G5 hasn't been unlocked as of yet. So don't hold your breath
And I do not believe Sprint version for the LG G 4 never got or neither.
It seems LG has stripped the fastboot menu layer from their bootloader on the LS993, I cannot find any way to access it. Although we do have the "Enable OEM Unlock" option in developer settings, so if fastboot access is ever discovered, it should be a simple matter of OEM unlocking.
Whoareyou said:
It seems LG has stripped the fastboot menu layer from their bootloader on the LS993, I cannot find any way to access it. Although we do have the "Enable OEM Unlock" option in developer settings, so if fastboot access is ever discovered, it should be a simple matter of OEM unlocking.
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That's so disappointing. I used to always have Samsung Galaxy phones and they were easy to root and install custom ROMs, and recovery. Then they made it much more difficult. I have an LG G4 that was originally rooted. When it died from the boot loop issue the replacement phone locked the ability to root it. I'm now considering the LG G6 but really want to root my phone at the bare minimum. Thank you to all who work so hard to make these things happen.
allenp007 said:
That's so disappointing. I used to always have Samsung Galaxy phones and they were easy to root and install custom ROMs, and recovery. Then they made it much more difficult. I have an LG G4 that was originally rooted. When it died from the boot loop issue the replacement phone locked the ability to root it. I'm now considering the LG G6 but really want to root my phone at the bare minimum. Thank you to all who work so hard to make these things happen.
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I don't know how much hope any big name phone will on any us carrier, the S8/S7 are both locked down as well... I hope something happens though as I'd love LOS14.1 on this phone, it's be great, especially if the wide angle lens worked.
what about accessing it through ADB?
If someone can get it unlocked and then give a nandroid of a stock system i can make it a flash able version so we can have a zipped stock rom.
anyone willing to try please Pm me.
i wont be getting my Lg G6 till Monday or Tuesday to do all the testing
but i did see this:
https://www.kingoapp.com/bootloader-unlock/how-to-unlock-lg-bootloader-on-android-device.htm
anyone wanna try it and see if it works?
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Mr nerd said:
what about accessing it through ADB?
If someone can get it unlocked and then give a nandroid of a stock system i can make it a flash able version so we can have a zipped stock rom.
anyone willing to try please Pm me.
i wont be getting my Lg G6 till Monday or Tuesday to do all the testing
Hopefully they allow us to get into the bootloader or into fastboot via ADB and USB Debugging
Put your Mobile in Boot Loader Mode>Volume up+Volume Down and then Press Power Button.
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Any updates to unlock bootloader? And maybe there is way to load bootloader, or fastboot, cause ADB commands reboot to this mode just load system. Or it's already meant then bootloader need to be unlocked. Another question, may we buy the bootloader unlocks?
So looks like this phone never got unlocked?
What Newer Sprint phones are rootable? I heard Samsung S8?
No, this method does not work, because the LS993 is not one of the "supported devices" for which LG offers unlock codes. Given that they seem to have stripped fastboot, I'm sure this one will never be supported in that fashion.
Quick and simple bc after sifting through this website I accidently figured it out. First use the script from this post - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/oneplus-pure-debloat.4157691/ then check dev options and OEM unlocking should be ungreyed out. Grab your oneplus unlock by running this command - "fastboot oem get_unlock_code" Then go to - https://www.oneplus.com/unlock_token submit your token and serial number and wait exactly one week to the day. Download this tool https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ck-twrp-factory-image-stock-recovery.3358711/ and you can unlock the bootload with your unlock.bin file. After that whats next is up too you!
I don't know about SIM unlocking, however I did figure out which package specifically enables the toggle for OEM unlocking in the Developer Options.
So I took a look at the debloat thread linked above and I went through the list of packages and I was uninstalling them on my phone one by one until I found the one that enabled the toggle for OEM unlocking in the Developer Options.
When I uninstalled the package com.qualcomm.qti.uim, the toggle for OEM unlocking was no longer greyed out.
That's a great find. Is it enough to simply force-stop the package or does it need to be disabled/uninstalled?
Might try this on the OP9 or OP10 if I get one.
LLStarks said:
That's a great find. Is it enough to simply force-stop the package or does it need to be disabled/uninstalled?
Might try this on the OP9 or OP10 if I get one.
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I didn't see if force stopping it worked or not so I wouldn't be able to answer that. I just uninstalled it with adb.
Title of tread said sim-unlocking, after reading through, it only mentions bootloader unlocking via the OnePlus website and all in one flashing tool. Yes it may bypassed the carrier restriction for bootloader unlocking, but is the phone actually sim unlocked? As you can use it with another carrier?
But I agree, finding out com.qualcomm.qti.uim being the toggle for bootloader unlock is great find.
I disabled com.qualcomm.qti.uim via ADB myself and while 'OEM Unlocking" is no longer grey and you can enable the option the bootloader for me is still locked. My OnePlus 8T model is through T-Mobile
kevinco1 said:
I disabled com.qualcomm.qti.uim via ADB myself and while 'OEM Unlocking" is no longer grey and you can enable the option the bootloader for me is still locked. My OnePlus 8T model is through T-Mobile
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gotta complete the whole process homie.. AFTER doing the uninstall or disable of com.qualcomm.qti.uim, then you gotta flip the toggle and then reboot to bootloader. after that you need to run the fastboot command, "fastboot oem get_unlock_code"... copy that code to your clipboard, then go to the Oneplus website, fill out the form and paste that code in the proper field.
After that it does take exactly one week... (to the minute) and you will need to go back to this site and you will see it change to download. Download that file and flash it via fastboot, then confirm you want to unlock and its done!
Now after that you have to remember to NEVER flash a stock firmware via fastboot again, otherwise you will re-lock your bootloader. I cannot confirm whether or not you will be able to, or even need to flash the unlock token again, but in the case of Samsung phones, when you flash the bootloader unlock token, you DO NOT get a second chance. If you unlock it once, and then accidently re-lock via flashing stock, you will be stuck with a locked bl. (EDIT: you CAN flash stock with samsung, as long as the bootloader version isnt changed. If you upgrade the BL then you are stuck!)
(Now theres a simpler way around all this but you must do your research, and look into converting your TMO-US fw to TMO-EU ... this can be done without unlocking the bootloader. And after the conversion, if you disable the OP mentioned file, you can simply toggle, and run the "fastboot oem unlock" command and thats it... no token file needed! And i am in Texas, so i can confirm 100% that ALL of the bands are active and available, and i get 5g with absolutely no problem... In fact my phone runs quicker and gets better battery life on the EU fw. )
Then when your phone is fully paid off, simply flash back to the US fw and you can have them Sim unlock you and you can either go thru the normal unlocking process, or you can go back to the EU... but either way no foul, no harm!
So to get T-Mobile to do it on their end do this.
Go on their site and facebook, keep telling them this. "I'm a developer who can't develop app's on my device, can you please allow my phone to be unlocked." Most will tell you it needs to be paid off, but you quite possibly will get that disgruntled worker or guy who just doesn't care. Took me 5 tries, then the guy I got was like, "okay I'll do it for you!" #boomdone
Social engineering at its finest.
kyanox said:
So to get T-Mobile to do it on their end do this.
Go on their site and facebook, keep telling them this. "I'm a developer who can't develop app's on my device, can you please allow my phone to be unlocked." Most will tell you it needs to be paid off, but you quite possibly will get that disgruntled worker or guy who just doesn't care. Took me 5 tries, then the guy I got was like, "okay I'll do it for you!" #boomdone
Social engineering at its finest.
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I have had this same issue. I bought the 8T+5G from OnePlus online store TMobile version (because the unlocked versions were sold out). Been back and forth betwee TMobile and OnePlus for 4 days, and OnePlus finally says they nor Tmobile can unlock the device until it has been used on Tmobile's service for 45 days (part of the unlock policy). I knew this, but thought surely someone can help me. OnePlus assured me that the IMEI number does not enter into the system as an unlockable phone until after the 45 days, and that NOBODY can unlock the phone until then... Am I screwed for 40 more days???? This in my opinion is a scam to force people to use a service they may not want.
i am shop in istanbul come to me oneplus 8t 5g t-mobile i ask whole world for simlock no one can and one of customer tell me i can unlock he take device for 3 hour he come back and device unlocked and he tell me i can do anything in oneplus phones i got crazy how he did this ? anyone know how ?
jabe78 said:
I have had this same issue. I bought the 8T+5G from OnePlus online store TMobile version (because the unlocked versions were sold out). Been back and forth betwee TMobile and OnePlus for 4 days, and OnePlus finally says they nor Tmobile can unlock the device until it has been used on Tmobile's service for 45 days (part of the unlock policy). I knew this, but thought surely someone can help me. OnePlus assured me that the IMEI number does not enter into the system as an unlockable phone until after the 45 days, and that NOBODY can unlock the phone until then... Am I screwed for 40 more days???? This in my opinion is a scam to force people to use a service they may not want.
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Does this still work on the recent 8T phones? Please do keep us updated on your situation. I'm thinking about buying this phone unlock the boot-loader, Sim unlock and get Lineage on it. I don't mind 45 days if they actually unlock it
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Does this still work on the recent 8T phones? Please do keep us updated on your situation. I'm thinking about buying this phone unlock the boot-loader, Sim unlock and get Lineage on it. I don't mind 45 days if they actually unlock it
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Yeah. I'm going to wait it out. Counting down the days I'm chained to T-Mobile (38 left). I actually wanted their service so it isn't an inconvenience, but I hate being forced to do anything, much less wait to do what I wanted to do from day one, which is Flash Roms. I'm looking at Lineage too. So I will update this post once I get to that point. Here's hoping they keep their word, because my 15 day return policy on the phone runs out in two days.
Alright folks I've been with Samsung over a decade and just got my first Oneplus (8T+5G KB2007) so don't start yelling at me just yet. Got this thing on Amazon and appears to be new. I'm sim/network unlocked through TMO. My OEM Unlock was never greyed out. I can toggle no problem. However, I went through the debloat described above because of the following problem: Sticks on "waiting for any device" after running "fastboot oem get_unlock_code" Please tell me this is an easy fix. I already reinstalled the google driver through SDK Manager bla bla bla.... Am I missing something simple? Any help would be appreciated. THX
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Yeah. I'm going to wait it out. Counting down the days I'm chained to T-Mobile (38 left). I actually wanted their service so it isn't an inconvenience, but I hate being forced to do anything, much less wait to do what I wanted to do from day one, which is Flash Roms. I'm looking at Lineage too. So I will update this post once I get to that point. Here's hoping they keep their word, because my 15 day return policy on the phone runs out in two days.
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I should've done more research myself. Galaxy was about to quit on me so I grabbed this one specifically because it was rated as one of the very top phones for development. If it wasn't such a rush I would've spent more time.
jtford said:
Alright folks I've been with Samsung over a decade and just got my first Oneplus (8T+5G KB2007) so don't start yelling at me just yet. Got this thing on Amazon and appears to be new. I'm sim/network unlocked through TMO. My OEM Unlock was never greyed out. I can toggle no problem. However, I went through the debloat described above because of the following problem: Sticks on "waiting for any device" after running "fastboot oem get_unlock_code" Please tell me this is an easy fix. I already reinstalled the google driver through SDK Manager bla bla bla.... Am I missing something simple? Any help would be appreciated. THX
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Have you checked if your phone is properly connected to your computer? Check using "fastboot devices" to see if your device is detected, and if it is not, then go within the Windows Device Manager and install the appropriate driver from Google, which can be found by searching "Google Fastboot Driver".
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Have you checked if your phone is properly connected to your computer? Check using "fastboot devices" to see if your device is detected, and if it is not, then go within the Windows Device Manager and install the appropriate driver from Google, which can be found by searching "Google Fastboot Driver".
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It doesn't show it shows under adb devices but not fastboot devices. Let me find the fastboot driver real quick and try. Thanks
jtford said:
It doesn't show it shows under adb devices but not fastboot devices. Let me find the fastboot driver real quick and try. Thanks
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[Guide] Fix Device Not Showing Up In Fastboot Mode (Windows 10/11)
You sir are saint...I've been trying to get fastboot to recognize my OP6T for the last 8 hours. Thank you so much!
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Rootk1t said:
[Guide] Fix Device Not Showing Up In Fastboot Mode (Windows 10/11)
You sir are saint...I've been trying to get fastboot to recognize my OP6T for the last 8 hours. Thank you so much!
forum.xda-developers.com
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Holy ****.... finally! I just needed the OnePlus_usb_driver_setup.exe in order to install the right driver from said directory. Big thanks man. Really!
TommyQuid said:
Does this still work on the recent 8T phones? Please do keep us updated on your situation. I'm thinking about buying this phone unlock the boot-loader, Sim unlock and get Lineage on it. I don't mind 45 days if they actually unlock it
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So it was actually 40 days, I don't know why I said 45. Anyway, even after (48 days), it took me calling TMOBILE and having someone talk to their (OEM team) and start a conversation with them. 3 days later I was able to SIM unlock the phone. I was able to toggle OEM unlocking. Did the Fastboot command to get the Unlock Code, and sent it to OnePlus for "7 days". What the crap is all of this hassle? I left Android and went to Apple for 7 years. When I left, you could unlock a bootloader in minutes. For being so keen on allowing us to unlock our phones, it seems they give you a Circus of Hoops to jump thru "on Their timeline". Anyway, I actually think I may have screwed up the code because it was displayed on two lines from Fastboot. I sent it as one line. Hoping they sort it out and I don't have to reapply and wait another 7 days. What a mess!
jabe78 said:
So it was actually 40 days, I don't know why I said 45...
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Thanks for the update