huawei will stop giving bootloader unlock codes - Honor 8 Pro Guides, News, & Discussion

According to the article huawei will stop or prevent users from unlocking their bootloaders...this is bad news
https://www-xda--developers-com.cdn...uawei-stop-providing-bootloader-unlock-codes/

dsmith16 said:
According to the article huawei will stop or prevent users from unlocking their bootloaders...this is bad news
https://www-xda--developers-com.cdn...uawei-stop-providing-bootloader-unlock-codes/
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Yes, get it while you can..
Site will be up for 60 days.
https://t.co/tw26ovnzcI

I haven't been able to make much use of an unlocked bootloader anyway. Worst developer support I have ever seen for any smartphones I've owned. And now it'll be officially dead.

It doesn't matters, the development is dead anyways. No proper method for root, no good rom. what you will do with an unlocked bootloader?

kksnis said:
Yes, get it while you can..
Site will be up for 60 days.
https://t.co/tw26ovnzcI
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Cant get the unlock code, it doesnt show it.

omerbagi10 said:
Cant get the unlock code, it doesnt show it.
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which model?Honor 8?
Contact support, may be they can help.

kksnis said:
which model?Honor 8?
Contact support, may be they can help.
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Honor 8 pro, and I did contact them but they didnt help, they just gave me the link to the website again and told me that because of security and performance issues bootloaders will not be unlockable in the near future ?

omerbagi10 said:
Honor 8 pro, and I did contact them but they didnt help, they just gave me the link to the website again and told me that because of security and performance issues bootloaders will not be unlockable in the near future
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Oh . You can send Chris an email [email protected]. He is the honor Rep. in XDA.
Also you can try Honor UK support, if not tried.

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Boot Loader Lock and alternate ROMs

Hello,
I am pondering the possibility to buy the Samsung Galaxy S II and have heard quite a few rumors that this phone will have a locked and encrypted boot loader making it impossible to use alternative ROMs.
I am sure hackers will take very little time in fixing this but am still wondering. Has anyone seen tangible claims of encrypted/lock boot compared to the I9000 (which I own atm).
Thanks!
Expansys has a 32 gb model listed as coming april 11th but pricing is not yet announced
galaxinho said:
Expansys has a 32 gb model listed as coming april 11th but pricing is not yet announced
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Yes, no definite date. Doesn't answer my question though
FRLinux said:
Yes, no definite date. Doesn't answer my question though
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Samsung's own website mentions encryption, but doesn't give enough detail for us to know if it'll be custom ROM friendly yet. I'm sure it'll take very little time once the phone is released to let you know, just hold tight until then!
Ayrlupine said:
Samsung's own website mentions encryption, but doesn't give enough detail for us to know if it'll be custom ROM friendly yet. I'm sure it'll take very little time once the phone is released to let you know, just hold tight until then!
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Link please?
I suppose you are referring to the data encryption that Samsung mentioned in its splash page? I really doubt they would post information about a Locked Bootloader on their website as it really wouldn't do them any good publicity wise.
sarsh11 said:
Link please?
I suppose you are referring to the data encryption that Samsung mentioned in its splash page? I really doubt they would post information about a Locked Bootloader on their website as it really wouldn't do them any good publicity wise.
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Yeah, I said encryption. Of course we have no idea about the bootloader until it's released or someone techy gets their hands on one! That's why I said we have to wait. Sorry if my post was ambiguous.
SamFirmware just tweeted, Samsung are using same ODIN for Galaxy S II, just with new .PIT file. So it will be flashable.
Broomfundel said:
SamFirmware just tweeted, Samsung are using same ODIN for Galaxy S II, just with new .PIT file. So it will be flashable.
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Yes saw that but it doesn't mean it is flashable just like that until you see it working. Good start anyway.
FRLinux said:
Hello,
I am pondering the possibility to buy the Samsung Galaxy S II and have heard quite a few rumors that this phone will have a locked and encrypted boot loader making it impossible to use alternative ROMs.
I am sure hackers will take very little time in fixing this but am still wondering. Has anyone seen tangible claims of encrypted/lock boot compared to the I9000 (which I own atm).
Thanks!
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There's already a running topic on this question found here.
Beards said:
There's already a running topic on this question found here.
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Thanks spotted it afterwards.
FRLinux said:
Thanks spotted it afterwards.
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No problem... Your not the only one who has started a topic and found later it's already running.
That link I passed you is actually a second topic on another which was started a day earlier here.
That means we now have three topics covering the same (although each will fragment as further posts are made).
Everyone has their needs/requirements for a phone but for me-personally to fulfill my individual desires and needs it would need to be unlocked 100%. Otherwise I will jsut have to keep my captivate
As I do not approve of manufacturers locking hardware that I paid for with my hard earned money and now own.
HappyBallz said:
Everyone has their needs/requirements for a phone but for me-personally to fulfill my individual desires and needs it would need to be unlocked 100%. Otherwise I will jsut have to keep my captivate
As I do not approve of manufacturers locking hardware that I paid for with my hard earned money and now own.
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Seem the norm these days on android handsets but keep in mind that the mobile market has always liked a locked an tight device.
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SE was from the very few to lock the bootloader with X10 and now they decided to unlock the simfree Arc, HTC locked their Incredible S in another hand
I don't think sammy will lock the bootloader,just a little security for the formalities that can be easily decoded by happy devs
vegetaleb said:
SE was from the very few to lock the bootloader with X10 and now they decided to unlock the simfree Arc, HTC locked their Incredible S in another hand
I don't think sammy will lock the bootloader,just a little security for the formalities that can be easily decoded by happy devs
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Yes over time there is always a way. But that said, new devices tend to have better boot loader locking.
Has there been any update on whether the S2 have a locked bootloader?
monkley said:
Has there been any update on whether the S2 have a locked bootloader?
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Search this very forum. Several threads opened about this but only speculations until someone has one and messes with it.
Locked bootloader...
So I see the chat regarding the locked bootloader on the sg2...I also see people on the forum actually have the device...could they some how check and see if it is locked?
I have been going round in circles looking for a new phone...finally decided on the sam sg2 to find out they are going down the same route as moto!
So, to all the happy owners of a shiney new sg2...whats the dealo!?!?!?
owners of the sgs2 in this forum? you must be mistaken lol...
sam locking the bootloader? who told you that nonsense?
they wouldnt dare to lock the bootloader. its 1 of many reason why sgs 1 succeeded as it did.
if they want sgs2 to be a successful device as well they wont lock the bootloader. it makes sense that the bootloader will be UNlocked.. but then again you can never tell... we might be like if we will find out its locked. followed by and then after we will unlock it. leading to

Sony ericsson xperia x10 bootloader news

http://techtrendsnews.com/sony-ericsson-xperia-x10-bootloader-unlocked.html
http://www.gadgetoz.com/post/unlocked-the-bootloader-of-the-sony-ericsson-xperia-x10/
Stephen3672 said:
http://techtrendsnews.com/sony-ericsson-xperia-x10-bootloader-unlocked.html
http://www.gadgetoz.com/post/unlocked-the-bootloader-of-the-sony-ericsson-xperia-x10/
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too late, and it was bs anyway.......
trolls saying they could unlock it but didn't want to, etc.
They've unlocked it but the only people that can are the ones using setool. Atleast that's how it looked to me on their forum
- X10a 2.1 ~ via XDA App
redincali said:
They've unlocked it but the only people that can are the ones using setool. Atleast that's how it looked to me on their forum
- X10a 2.1 ~ via XDA App
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link?
they have sim unlocked it, but from one I've seen not a single person has bootloader unlocked yet
it's a bunch of BS, super-dev's who don't know the difference between sim and bootloader.
No, they did. But they don't release it to the public since the current method will unlock everything. But they already have sim unlocking service for 30 dollars. So they want to separate it. Its for the money I guess. And no, SETool is not affiliated with maxrfon and his team. From what I understand though.
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Like I said, thats how it looked to me. I don't know exactly for sure. Just what I seen from here
the_laser has released sim unlocking for free
Now I am confused?????? laser did what he said and maxrfon gave us nothing
Now is it maxrfon coming out with bootloader unlocking method or we all need to apologise the_laser and ask him to work with Z to make it happen....?????
I dont see any news on the laser posting anything about simunlock for free... where is that?
the_laser has come up with sim unlocking for his SE tool for free...( he did what he said)
Now please can anyone clarify what maxrfon is upto??? he didnot give us the method of bootloader unlock and moreover he has insulted Laser...
What is next for us... ??? An apology to laser and Z to continue their work OR ask maxrfon to release method
Link to lasers page
Its only for SE tools...(not for all, only for community members)
Apology to Laser and Z AND ask maxrfon to release method.
Let us not be children.Whoever founds out,how to unlock bootloader,lets release it.
No dissing to nobody.
Please tell us how Max
I was there, and is not free... you need to pay to use their tool...
noob question....What is the use of sim unlocking...???
Phones that are not bought on contract can use SIM from any operator. SIM unlocking means making the phone work with SIM from any operator.
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Yes like I said on the page before, sim unlocking not bootloader unlocking. You guys are too gullible...
Have you seen any proof of even one bootloader unlocked phone?
ok... so im confused there was no boot-loader unlock or was there? and why was the "interesting news" thread deleted? gosh dont come on for a day or so and i miss so much
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ok... so im confused there was no boot-loader unlock or was there? and why was the "interesting news" thread deleted? gosh dont come on for a day or so and i miss so much
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There is but you have to buy a SEtool and pray that the constantly offline servers will work.
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Yes like I said on the page before, sim unlocking not bootloader unlocking. You guys are too gullible...
Have you seen any proof of even one bootloader unlocked phone?
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The bootloader must of been unlocked at some level by both groups, as they offer the direct sim unlock service, which i have used myself and does work. But as for a fully unlocked bootloader who knows if we will ever get it.
OmegaRED^ said:
There is but you have to buy a SEtool and pray that the constantly offline servers will work.
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There isn't... That only sim unlocks....

Now Available: BL Unlock for Moto Devices (Read This!!!)

DAN ROSENBERG HAS FOUND AN EXPLOIT TO UNLOCK THE MOTO X (AND OTHER DEVICES) BOOTLOADER!!!
Will he release it? Your guess is as good as mine...
Per jcase: Support to be added soon to "Sunshine" unlock app for Moto devices!
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Motorola support is yet to be added to the version on the site, stay tuned (and dont update your phones)
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DO NOT UPDATE YOUR DEVICE OR TAKE ANY OTAS IN THE MEANTIME!!!!!
EDIT 9/22/14: Unlock now available for Droid Maxx, Mini, Ultra, and THE MOTO X!!!
Find the tool at http://theroot.ninja
Cost is $25 per device. Works on 4.4.3 and BELOW, and *some* 4.4.4. You have to try the app to find out. You do NOT pay unless the tool confirms compatibility.
EcHoFiiVe said:
AN EXPLOIT HAS BEEN FOUND BY DAN ROSENBERG EVERYONE.
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EcHoFiiVe said:
He officially unveiled it at the Black Hat conference
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samwathegreat said:
AMAZING NEWS!!! Thanks!!!!! I'm researching this now, and will post here as soon as more info is found. THANK YOU FOR THE HEADS UP!!!!!
EDIT: Confirmation posted to REDDIT, HERE: http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/2csyiq/
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Lots of interest in the Moto X forums.........none here???
Well, when I entered this thread my opinion was "WTF, again, what chance this guy has against Motorola cryptography?" BUT, why not? There is nothing can be gathered from my unlock code, except my IMEI (reverse calculate from the unlock token or database match - both of which are unlikely) which could be used by Moto to re-lock my BL but if they wanted to, they would've done it with the latest update.
I'm going with it!
Good luck, @samwathegreat
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Well, when I entered this thread my opinion was "WTF, again, what chance this guy has against Motorola cryptography?" BUT, why not? There is nothing can be gathered from my unlock code, except my IMEI (reverse calculate from the unlock token or database match - both of which are unlikely) which could be used by Moto to re-lock my BL but if they wanted to, they would've done it with the latest update.
I'm going with it!
Good luck, @samwathegreat
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Thanks. Keep in mind, we are NOT attempting to crack Moto's cryptography, as I well know that this isn't possible (in my lifetime, at least). Instead, we are trying to find if a single code has successfully unlocked more than one device. There isn't any proof, based on Dan Rosenburg's (author of the Razr M Bootloader Exploit) analysis of the "token validation" logic, that the code is based on the IMEI.....although it COULD be the case. This whole thing is quite the mystery - especially the "China Middleman" aspect of it.
Dan suggests it is based on the particular certificate / key / hash / q-fuses for said devices. And once again....this is ALL based on complete speculation (as I've stated many times (don't care to count how many). )
Thanks to anyone who contributes and thanks for creating this effort! I have a BL locked Mini and it's a 2013 version so not only can I not pay (he only unlocks 2014s right now), but I don't have PayPal and I don't have $45. Really, this might work and so please post your codes if you want to help people like me... we can never know if it works until we try.
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Is there a way to retrieve the code? I'm unlocked via the Tao bao site on the first go around. I used the IM feature on the site to communicate so I don't have the code in an email. I can't remember for the life of me how I signed on to look to see if it's still there. Is the code stored on the device anywhere once unlocked?
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Caseyk621 said:
Is there a way to retrieve the code? I'm unlocked via the Tao bao site on the first go around. I used the IM feature on the site to communicate so I don't have the code in an email. I can't remember for the life of me how I signed on to look to see if it's still there. Is the code stored on the device anywhere once unlocked?
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No way to retrieve it from the device itself....and I'm not familiar with Taobao (or how to look up a prior purchase from there). You can try searching your email (if you even received one) for your IMEI, as he usually included it along with the unlock token.
Aside from that, I don't have any suggestions. Thanks for trying to help though.
If moto x gets a way to unlock bl for free, it could help us a lot!
I just wanted to say "THANKS!" to all the ---jerks--- that are putting bogus info into the form.....like "12345", or the most recent "1".....yeah, thanks for the humor you're giving me. Including Mr. XDA username "a"...how original....
Nice to get a good laugh every now and then.....knowing I can simply erase your bogus data away with one simple keystroke... LMAO
Collecting just unlock code make no sense. I think that code AT LEAST a hash code of IMEI. Well it might be not a IMEI but serial number or what ever. They run hashing on security chip and verify the signature. The chance of two phones having the same code is veeeeery low. In another words you won't find equal codes, I know for sure. The only way is to get how they calcualte the code but that would be hard because you don't know what it comes from and you have nothing at all, not even IMEI or serial.
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Collecting just unlock code make no sense. I think that code AT LEAST a hash code of IMEI. Well it might be not a IMEI but serial number or what ever. They run hashing on security chip and verify the signature. The chance of two phones having the same code is veeeeery low. In another words you won't find equal codes, I know for sure. The only way is to get how they calcualte the code but that would be hard because you don't know what it comes from and you have nothing at all, not even IMEI or serial.
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You might want to re-read the first post...specifically here:
samwathegreat said:
Also, I'm not suggesting that I'm right about this, or even COULD be right about this -- I'm merely suggesting a POSSIBILITY. It is entirely possible (probable, even) that I'm completely wrong / off-track about this. I wouldn't be surprised in the least. In fact, I'm actually EXPECTING it.
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samwathegreat said:
OK, sure, we understand that. Now examine the logic. Nowhere does Dan Rosenburg suggest that the TOKEN is unique to a particular IMEI, OR in any way validated or hashed against the IMEI. Only that it is based on certificates / keys / hashes STORED in the CID partition, and blown Q-fuses.
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and here:
samwathegreat said:
And finally, I'll end this post by saying that curiosity is very important to achieve any new breakthroughs. Making "educated guesses" based on analysis of available data is the only way to make innovations and new discoveries. It's OK to be wrong, as long you use what you have learned to build upon your knowledge and use this information to improve future analytics.
This is a hypothesis based on the [small amount of] data currently available. Nothing more.
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Dragon31337 said:
The only way is to get how they calcualte the code but that would be hard because you don't know what it comes from and you have nothing at all, not even IMEI or serial.
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Please consider that we have no interest in what you are suggesting....which is actually breaking Moto's encryption / master key. Based off my knowledge of key / certificate - based cryptography, I am well aware that even IF we had 10,000 VALID unlock token / IMEI combinations, it would STILL likely take -longer than our combined lifetimes- to crack the master key. And that's assuming you are correct about there being a correlation between Token & Serial / IMEI. Have you considered "q-fuses"? Moto very well could have blown q-fuses (identically) in more than one device...
Personally, I have no interest in -that-. I'm not seeing what purpose collecting the IMEI combinations would have, other than deterring people from actually participating in this because they don't want to share their IMEI...
So my questions really is: What are you trying to say that I haven't already? Self-admittedly, this probably won't work....said it more times than I care to count in the first post alone...
And finally, EVERYONE is entitled to their opinion, and I welcome to you "speculate" however you wish! Lets just please not clog up this thread with any more of it. This thread has a specific purpose, and I'd like to keep it at that. Thanks
Many of the Motorola Users who have msm8960 devices unlocked their bootloaders using this method...
http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html?m=1
iAjayIND said:
Many of the Motorola Users who have msm8960 devices unlocked their bootloaders using this method...
http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html?m=1
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Which doesn't apply at all to this device. That is for the RAZR HD.
iAjayIND said:
Many of the Motorola Users who have msm8960 devices unlocked their bootloaders using this method...
http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html?m=1
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Which doesn't apply at all to this device. That is for the RAZR HD.
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That is Dan Rosenberg's method. I've mentioned his name multiple times in the OP, as well as his "Token Validation Logic".
Since the Razr M/HD AND the Moto X have the exact same SoC (MSM8960), his token validation logic likely still applies. @Topsnake is correct in that it will not work on the Moto X, but its because that method exploited a vulnerability in TrustZone to write to (blow) q-fuses in the secure area, thereby unlocking the BL.
All of this is described in the OP, but thanks for trying to add some useful info
Hello everybody. This idea is getting alot more interest in the Moto X section, and one user asked if we would be willing to share some details on the data collected so far. Here it is:
samwathegreat said:
Sure! I think everyone deserves to know the current status....
As of RIGHT NOW, we have:
86 submissions
of which 5 are completely and purposely BOGUS
and 2 sets (4 submissions) are -complete duplicates- and were posted from the same IP, within seconds of each other (I wonder if they really thought I wouldn't look at the timestamps / IP addresses?)
zero correlations
What I can also tell you is that IF the build dates entered are correct, we do have 3 sets (6 submissions) that have the same build date and are completely unique codes. This would seem to rule out the previously suggested idea that perhaps all units from a particular build date might use the same unlock-token.
Still need much more data to make any further (useful) correlations.
Hope everyone appreciates the update.... :good:
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Keep those submissions coming!
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION EVERYONE:
I've just received word that DAN ROSENBERG has found a bootloader-unlock exploit, and has just unveiled it at the BlackHat conference!!!!!!
I haven't verified it 100% yet, but if true, this is AMAZING!!!!
This means that until patched, we can all now unlock our bootloaders for FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:highfive: :highfive: :highfive: :good: :good: :good: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
EDIT: Guys, it appears to be 100% True!!!!!!
See the Reddit article here: http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/2csyiq/
He just demonstrated this LIVE @ the Blackhat Conference!!!!
Hopefully it will be released soon for all the guys that missed the China boat.
sent from "my kungfu is stronger than yours" XT1080
That's great news. Hope it pans out for everyone!!
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OMG!!! this is GREAT NEWS FOR EVERYONE WITH A DROID MAXX ULTRA MINI X!!!!!!!
and its only a 3 page document (lol)
i hope he releases it to the public for free!
a new wave of unlocked BL are coming!
thanks for the heads up!
Having missed the China Boat as someone said earlier... This 2013 Maxx owner is hoping anxiously for this to come true quickly.

Root finally out? Nope nevermind.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/help/s7-s7-edge-root-t3321556/page16 Look there and you'll see it looks like root has finally been achieved. Sounds like they installed the newest TWRP and then using that flashed supersu. It does trip Knox though. I'm about to head off to work so I can't test this now but it looks promising.
Yeah source code is out for g930f & g935f but as that op says:
jcadduono said:
For those of you with G930FD, G930T, G930W8, G930P....be patient, I'm waiting for Samsung to release the kernel sources. The trees are already ready, just waiting on kernels...
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Yeah source code is out for g930f & g935f but as that op says:
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Well, I guess I shouldn't have opened this thread then. That's what I get for trying to think that early in the morning.
sweet, i have my s7 on the charger waiting for the root so i can switch over from the s6
rmyc said:
sweet, i have my s7 on the charger waiting for the root so i can switch over from the s6
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Looks like you may be charging that thing for a while, then. Seems that even the T-Mobile version is subject to the plague that is the locked bootloader for right now. Hopefully someone can figure something out or Samsung releases something along the lines of HTC's bootloader unlock for us. For once, the Snapdragon appears to be more crippled than the Exynos.
Yeah. I wouldn't count on anything any time soon. Not days, not weeks....
If you want a root able device. I would suggest taking the phone back.
Ummmmm, do you guys know what's going on with root on the US versions?
http://www.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7-bootloader-lock-explained-you-might-not-get-aosp-after-all/
Yes that's old news.
Corwinder said:
Yes that's old news.
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Then perhaps a change in thread title is worth considering until the situation changes :good:
start a facebook group to pressure samsung to release the lock,??
schreckles said:
Looks like you may be charging that thing for a while, then. Seems that even the T-Mobile version is subject to the plague that is the locked bootloader for right now. Hopefully someone can figure something out or Samsung releases something along the lines of HTC's bootloader unlock for us. For once, the Snapdragon appears to be more crippled than the Exynos.
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What are you talking about? T-Mobile has an unlocked boot loader. It's been confirmed dozens of times. Where are you getting your information from?
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MacTheRipperr said:
What are you talking about? T-Mobile has an unlocked boot loader. It's been confirmed dozens of times. Where are you getting your information from?
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Ummmmm, no.
Galaxy S7 Bootloader Lock Explained: You Might Not Get AOSP After All | XDA Developers
ROOT DISCUSSION - R.I.P. Sticky Root Guide - SM-G935T -> STATUS -> LOCKED BOOTLOADER
Unless John Legere at TMO can sway the powers-that-be at Samsung to unlock the bootloader for the G930T/G935T (and supposedly he's trying), nobody will be rooting any time soon.
MacTheRipperr said:
What are you talking about? T-Mobile has an unlocked boot loader. It's been confirmed dozens of times. Where are you getting your information from?
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You must not get on here much. This is the biggest story lately and the reason why everyone is mad/frantic.
TMOBILE locked the bootloader John is playing us after 14 days when return period is up he will tell you guys Samsung said no its has nothing to do with Samsung it's the u.s carriers with the new leasing programs, warranty exchanges, and unauthorized tethering...They are losing money from phones which have been rooted
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I understand everyone being upset about the latest development but some need to calm down a bit. Not saying it's anyone in this thread though some comments are a bit over the top. Maybe some people are new around here or others have the memory of a goldfish but this isn't' the first time this has happened to a device. There are a multitude of ways around this. Motorola who is known for locking bootloaders with almost a hatred for consumers, was defeated with the combined effort of many people on XDA. They managed to find the key to unlock the bootloader and it was smooth sailing from there.
Will we obtain the key? Quite possibly. we'll either do it the hard way and get lucky running a program on multiple computers and phones to decrypt it. The other option is that it'll be leaked by an internal source (probably the most likely). Samsung might even give us a dev program to unlock it similar to HTC. The fact is Samsung doesn't want a large customer base to be this unhappy. We are the most influential consumer base as well. Think of all the changes and additions to Android over the past few years. Changes that started here first and were adopted by manufacturers. They use us and in a way, need us to show them what people want. Let's not forget that XDA is the most influential Android site on the net. If Samsung gets snuffed here badly it'll spread very quickly.
TL;DR It'll happen one way or another guys. Chill out. May not be in the time frame we're use to these days (remember waiting weeks to months for root back in the day?) but it will happen. focus on pressuring those who can exact change into doing so. For the ones capable of it you should focus on ways around this.
I for one am not worried. I had a Motorola Defy that had a locked bootloader. By the time I had bought the phone though it had been out for a few months and people had found a way to put custom roms on it so I was happy.
At least I know I'll be able to keep my Samsung pay around for a bit ?
Shaffer678 said:
At least I know I'll be able to keep my Samsung pay around for a bit
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lol I use my bank debit card and 2 credit cards. Not a one works with Samsung Pay. But all 3 work on Google Wallet.
Corwinder said:
lol I use my bank debit card and 2 credit cards. Not a one works with Samsung Pay. But all 3 work on Google Wallet.
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How does Samsung pay or Google wallet work? How would I know which retailer supports it?
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Possible to unlock without account details?

Recently got this phone online from Ebay, did not realize that the phone was locked to sprint. Can it be unlocked without account details?
SuperTechno2004 said:
that the phone was locked to sprint
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What do you mean under it? Is it locked to the carrier Sprint? (sorry, but I'm not familiar with the phone carriers outside my country)
Edit: if yes, then you may find this link useful
https://itoolab.com/unlock-sim/sim-unlock-software/#w2
It contains some info about softwares that can unlock the device. I haven't tested them yet, bc I didn't have any situations where I faced with an issue like this.
I hope this helps, if no, then we'll come up with other ideas.
gurtnyi said:
What do you mean under it? Is it locked to the carrier Sprint? (sorry, but I'm not familiar with the phone carriers outside my country)
Edit: if yes, then you may find this link useful
https://itoolab.com/unlock-sim/sim-unlock-software/#w2
It contains some info about softwares that can unlock the device. I haven't tested them yet, bc I didn't have any situations where I faced with an issue like this.
I hope this helps, if no, then we'll come up with other ideas.
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Finished trying those, sadly, none of them work
I found this post on the forum, it's older, but may work.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/possible-to-unlock-without-account-details.4541665/post-88008885
Hi there,
Did it work?
gurtnyi said:
Hi there,
Did it work?
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Unfortunately, no. I think you linked this post

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