Source code is out. Would it be possible to do anything with the Verizon variant now? SP 425
No, never.
not yet, just wait a little more and see
The source code being released has nothing to do with Verizon not allowing bootloader unlocking. I wish people would stop making a new thread for every question they have instead of posting in an already existing, relevant thread.
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I think the flipside may already have a unlocked bootloader
as said here ->ausdroid.net/2011/06/14/an-update-on-motorolas-locked-boot-loader-situation/
"...This will be applicable to all devices that are scheduled to receive updates in the second half of this year, indicating the possibility that existing, locked devices may receive updates to unlock them in Q3 or Q4 2011..."
we may have an unlocked bootloader, we did just get the new update, but we dont have motorolas unlock process
im not sure what do you more experienced people think
sooo did Moto ever unlocked the Flipside's bootloader?
Not yet
not yet and im also watching for them to release the phones source code... motorola releases android source on sourgeforce
Note directly from LG: "Once your phone is unlocked, it will no longer be covered by LG warranty.
As we cannot guarantee the proper operation of our hardware with custom software, we are not able to maintain the full scope of warranty for your device after you have unlocked the bootloader.
Because of that we have a responsibility to let you know that defects which may result from, or were caused by custom device-software may not be covered by LG warranty."
For all the G4 H815 (European variant) owners you are the lucky ones that start the official unlocking only based on the site. Hopefully LG decides to also make this possible for the US variants as soon as possible.
To any devs that can make this possible for the Verizon, AT&T and other carriers we look forward to all the possibilities this opens. All we need is root and custom Roms and we are as good as gold.
Thing are looking very promising out of the gate with the LG G4 and I am thoroughly impressed by the level of maturity and respect LG has given us in this regards.
Enjoy!
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?categoryTypeCode=ANRS
.: Sent from my 'Android til I die' Phone or Tablet :.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/orig-development/lg-g4-t3125162
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I am giving away a new S7edge to a developer of my choice to work on and create root/unlock for the snapdragon version.
If you feel you are competent enough to provide root for this device then send me a PM.
If you feel you know a dev that can do it if they had the device in hand then post their name here in this thread or send me a PM. In the end I choose who gets it based on their background. I will pay for shipping, etc for the developer of choice. All I ask is for you to work diligently on this device.
This device is the future of locked, unrootable devices. The sooner we get through this barrier the better for the sake of all future devices. This isn't the end, only the beginning.
There will be no developer bashing in this thread and will have this thread closed immediately if it happens.
Good offer! This giveaway plus the bounty would hopefully entice someone. It's a good chunk of $$$!! I really hope someone with enough time and smarts would find root. I can live with TW as long as it is rooted (I'm a rooted 930F user). See T-Mobile Galaxy S7 Edge and AT&T forums for the bounty threads. I think there is another thread on the Sprint S7 forum as well.
OP's giveaway is for an SM-G935T, Qualcomm SnapDragon SD 820 Galaxy S7 Edge. All US variants are the same (SM-G935T/A/P/V) . A root for SM-G935T should work on the regular US S7 as well (SM-G930T/A/P/V). It is bootloader-locked and it will remain so unless Samsung releases an unlock, but due to the way the BL was locked, it would be near impossible anyway. So, no custom ROM.
It may be rootable if a stable exploit can be found. Folks have been comparing the US SnapDragon to Chinese SnapDragon S7, but it is not comparable. Here is a good summary regarding the bootloader situation:
mathieulh said:
The CROM lock does not exist on non-Chinese bootloaders
Samsung's Chinese handsets bootloaders have in 3 types of bootloader locks, the carrier lock, the CROM lock (which is enabled if the Chinese bootloader does not find the "KIWIBIRD" string written in the STEADY partition), and the reactivation lock, they are not carrier locked.
U.S. variants only have the Carrier and reactivation locks, there is no CROM lock to unlock on these devices (or any international variants either), U.S. variants are however carrier locked, the lock is hardcoded in the bootloader code (there is just no execution path to load an unsigned kernel on the consumer carrier locked variant bootloaders, there is no "lock" Qfuse anymore, the bootloader itself just has no carrier unlocking/locking support, it is always locked by design) and the bootloader is tied to the device ID, for example SM-G935F (which is One Time Programmable) and will refuse to run on anything but the device id that is hardcoded within it, obviously the bootloader is signed so you can't modify it, there is also a revocation mechanism involving Qfuses to make sure you can't downgrade to a vulnerable version (should one exist).
There are presumably Engineering versions of the bootloader that allow running unsigned kernels but those have not been leaked and they probably won't run on devices for which the production mode Qfuse has been blown (the device is in Engineering mode when that Qfuse is not set).
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There is already a thread on it here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-s7-edge/how-to/t-mobile-s7edge-to-developer-t3383568
Is there another way to unlock the boatloader on a Moto Z Force (Verizon)? I went to Motorola's site and I got the response that my device isn't eligible and I can't get a code to unlock. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions?
:fingers-crossed:
-- Duckie
Nope, and a quick search would have told you so. Verizon branded Moto devices are notoriously hard to unlock. There is no official way, and no unofficial way that I am aware of.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-z/how-to/moto-z-droid-bootloader-unlock-code-t3514832 for the brave (or stupid). Some guy wanted to lead us on saying it was doable. Your choice if you believe him and want to try.
What are the chances of this device getting official bootloader unlock method?
ASUS phones do not have such a tightly locked boot Loader....unless Oreo security concerns have forced Asus to lock the BL on this phone, an unlock will be found. Soon.....
As soon as the device comes in market, I think Yes ASUS will allow the Bootloader to be unlocked.
Going by the way Asus is targeting its phone and the audience appeal. Definitely it will be developer friendly. With the recent drift by the Asian OEM's moving closer to "Openess" i believe they will allow BL unlock and release the kernel sources as well. (Example, Xiaomi's approach have change towards kernel sources. And now you can buy Redmi 5, minus wait time and flash sales). All the best to Asus for bringing in this device, looking forwards for Developer community to accept it and bring in some action.
Judging based on similarly priced phones in the market and from ASUS' track record. The bootloader will be unlockable and I am almosrlt certain that the developer community for this phone will grow very rapidly.
Tbh,I will buy the device only if bootloader is unlockable.Lets see.
I think it will have support for unlock bootloader. And with treble support it will definitely have lots of custom roms
Lots of Custom is lots of Sweetness.
I can't wait for the next sale.I'll definitely buy this device when Asus releases the kernel sources.All hail Asus! \m/
Any news on the bootloader unlock? I can't find any information online about it.
Thread created if anyone got the device can test it
https://forum.xda-developers.com/as...ow-to/guide-unlock-relock-bootloader-t3785710
Daruwalla said:
Any news on the bootloader unlock? I can't find any information online about it.
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Official Bootloader Unlock Tool & Kernal Sources are now available.
Here Unlike ,Xiaomi,Warranty is gone with the unlocking!!!