Maybe I have missed it somewhere in the forums but I'm looking at upgrading out of my note 3. I lost root a while back. Now in my search for the next rootable phone I've come across a lot of UNLOCKED NOTE 4 VZW . What does that mean when it comes to root-ability? I understand you can unlock bootloader and you can unlock sims. What does it mean to advertise a unlocked phone and will it be rootable.
Chef_1534 said:
Maybe I have missed it somewhere in the forums but I'm looking at upgrading out of my note 3. I lost root a while back. Now in my search for the next rootable phone I've come across a lot of UNLOCKED NOTE 4 VZW . What does that mean when it comes to root-ability? I understand you can unlock bootloader and you can unlock sims. What does it mean to advertise a unlocked phone and will it be rootable.
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Be careful when buying an "unlocked" Note 4 (or any phone for that matter). The only model of the Note 4 than can be rooted is the Developer Edition. I suspect the term "unlocked" as used on Swappa means "SIM Unlocked", not bootloader unlocked. Only the Developer Edition Note 4s have an unlocked bootloader.
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Be careful when buying an "unlocked" Note 4 (or any phone for that matter). The only model of the Note 4 than can be rooted is the Developer Edition. I suspect the term "unlocked" as used on Swappa means "SIM Unlocked", not bootloader unlocked. Only the Developer Edition Note 4s have an unlocked bootloader.
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Thank you that was my suspicion from all that I read. I appreciate the confirmation:good:
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I want to root my Google Nexus 7. I was skimming through the notes on how to do this and the first step is too unlock your tablet. However I ordered my tablet from Amazon it is a Google Nexus 7 2nd without any carriers on it that I can see (Samsung, AT&T, ect). So does this mean my device is already unlocked, is there a way I can check to see if it is unlocked? And finally, if it it unlocked where should I start so I can root the tablet? Any help will be greatly appreciated. I'm sorry if this question has already been answered I did not see it posted. Thanks! :good:
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I want to root my Google Nexus 7. I was skimming through the notes on how to do this and the first step is too unlock your tablet. However I ordered my tablet from Amazon it is a Google Nexus 7 2nd without any carriers on it that I can see (Samsung, AT&T, ect). So does this mean my device is already unlocked, is there a way I can check to see if it is unlocked? And finally, if it it unlocked where should I start so I can root the tablet? Any help will be greatly appreciated. I'm sorry if this question has already been answered I did not see it posted. Thanks! :good:
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Carriers? Like a phone service? Do you haves the LTE version?
ferls1985 said:
I want to root my Google Nexus 7. I was skimming through the notes on how to do this and the first step is too unlock your tablet. However I ordered my tablet from Amazon it is a Google Nexus 7 2nd without any carriers on it that I can see (Samsung, AT&T, ect). So does this mean my device is already unlocked, is there a way I can check to see if it is unlocked? And finally, if it it unlocked where should I start so I can root the tablet? Any help will be greatly appreciated. I'm sorry if this question has already been answered I did not see it posted. Thanks! :good:
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You're talking about two different "locks". There's the bootloader "lock", and a carrier "lock".
When you buy a phone or tablet or whatever through a carrier such as Verizon or AT&T, most of the time it is "carrier locked", can only be used on that carrier's infrastructure until you "carrier unlock" it, and will usually feature the carrier's name and symbol on the hardware itself. This is not the case with the Nexus 7, it is carrier unlocked, meaning it is bound to no carrier at all.
Then there is the "bootloader lock". Out of the box, your Nexus has a locked bootloader, meaning you cannot flash any unsigned packages/code, which is required if you want to root it. You need to unlock the bootloader so you can flash either some file or binary that grants root access, or a custom ROM that is already rooted. When you're reading guides about rooting and they say to "unlock" it, they mean unlock the bootloader.
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You're talking about two different "locks". There's the bootloader "lock", and a carrier "lock".
When you buy a phone or tablet or whatever through a carrier such as Verizon or AT&T, most of the time it is "carrier locked", can only be used on that carrier's infrastructure until you "carrier unlock" it, and will usually feature the carrier's name and symbol on the hardware itself. This is not the case with the Nexus 7, it is carrier unlocked, meaning it is bound to no carrier at all.
Then there is the "bootloader lock". Out of the box, your Nexus has a locked bootloader, meaning you cannot flash any unsigned packages/code, which is required if you want to root it. You need to unlock the bootloader so you can flash either some file or binary that grants root access, or a custom ROM that is already rooted. When you're reading guides about rooting and they say to "unlock" it, they mean unlock the bootloader.
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Thanks a ton! I understand it now. I appreciate your help!
I know the earlier versions of T-Mobile Note 3 had unlocked bootloader.
I'm about to purchase a T-Mobile Note 3 and want to make sure that the current version out right now bootloaders are still unlocked.
Thanks
jeffs99 said:
I know the earlier versions of T-Mobile Note 3 had unlocked bootloader.
I'm about to purchase a T-Mobile Note 3 and want to make sure that the current version out right now bootloaders are still unlocked.
Thanks
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Yes, it is unlocked
Hey guys!
So i got this pixel xl last week, I as trying to root it, but the OEM Unlock tab is greyed out. the bootloader is locked
Product/Variant: marlin-US-PVT
if anyone can help please let me know.
oh i am getting one soon from Top Quality hope i don't have the same problem.
the phone is locked to a network do you know what network this was locked too or previous owner if second hand? you must request the oem unlock from the network
MrWolfman said:
the phone is locked to a network do you know what network this was locked too or previous owner if second hand? you must request the oem unlock from the network
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I just checked apparently my phone is the 2pw2100 021-A ...I know you could root it with 7.0.. but I updated as soon as I got the phone ...is there a way to root it still ?
i believe that means its oem locked to verizon, you would need to contact them about unlocking it but im not sure if verizon will, im in the UK but from what i hear verizon wont help much
MrWolfman said:
i believe that means its oem locked to verizon, you would need to contact them about unlocking it but im not sure if verizon will, im in the UK but from what i hear verizon wont help much
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:/ Okay thanks
smail amzdak on facebook solve your problem
rip
You bought a Verizon variant. With Verizon models you can't check "oem unlock" so you can't unlock the bootloader. You are stuck with a locked phone. No root.
TwelveDiamond said:
I just checked apparently my phone is the 2pw2100 021-A ...I know you could root it with 7.0.. but I updated as soon as I got the phone ...is there a way to root it still ?
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noidea24 said:
You bought a Verizon variant. With Verizon models you can't check "oem unlock" so you can't unlock the bootloader. You are stuck with a locked phone. No root.
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Maybe, the people on this thread: Verizon Pixel Bootloader unlocked? by EstiR86
Had their Verizon Pixel/Pixel XL unlocked by Smail. You can also reach him via ebay: item 222913601503
thats the best, and only bet. good luck.
Okay so it's about time for a new phone for me. Still on the galaxy s6 and I believe I have decided on the pixel 2 XL after some research. I haven't been able to find a clear answer about rooting the Google pixel 2 XL though. My current phone has a locked bootloader I just wanted to know if all of the pixle xl 2's boot loaders are unlocked so I could buy any model or of there is a specific unlocked model number. If there's a specific model that is more root friendly please share. I don't want to get stuck with an unroot able phone again
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Okay so it's about time for a new phone for me. Still on the galaxy s6 and I believe I have decided on the pixel 2 XL after some research. I haven't been able to find a clear answer about rooting the Google pixel 2 XL though. My current phone has a locked bootloader I just wanted to know if all of the pixle xl 2's boot loaders are unlocked so I could buy any model or of there is a specific unlocked model number. If there's a specific model that is more root friendly please share. I don't want to get stuck with an unroot able phone again
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Afaik apart from Verizon model, all else are root friendly. They all come with bootloader locked but can be unlocked very easily. Root is very easy via magisk once the boot loader is unlocked
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Curtis20112 said:
Okay so it's about time for a new phone for me. Still on the galaxy s6 and I believe I have decided on the pixel 2 XL after some research. I haven't been able to find a clear answer about rooting the Google pixel 2 XL though. My current phone has a locked bootloader I just wanted to know if all of the pixle xl 2's boot loaders are unlocked so I could buy any model or of there is a specific unlocked model number. If there's a specific model that is more root friendly please share. I don't want to get stuck with an unroot able phone again
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Just make sure you buy the Google version, then follow this guide, and you'll be unlocked and rooted before sun down! :good:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/guide-unlock-flash-root-pixel-2-xl-t3702418
How do I tell what model it is? They just say "unlocked" I'd hate to get an unlocked Verizon version and the bootloader be locked
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How do I tell what model it is? They just say "unlocked" I'd hate to get an unlocked Verizon version and the bootloader be locked
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If you purchased it from the google store, you'll likely be fine. You can also go to this site and type in your IMEI number to be sure :good:
http://www.imeipro.info/check_lg.html
Badger50 said:
If you purchased it from the google store, you'll likely be fine. You can also go to this site and type in your IMEI number to be sure :good:
http://www.imeipro.info/check_lg.html
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Thank you all very much for the help
Do the Canadian variants of the S20 (ending with W) have an unlockable bootloader?
Can anyone with a Canadian device check if OEM Unlock is available in the Development Options?
The A505W does have an unlockable bootloader, so I was wondering..
Thanks!
Dream on, its locked. Every north american snapdragon samsung phone is locked, that a505w is an exynos so its unlocked.
peachpuff said:
Dream on, its locked. Every north american snapdragon samsung phone is locked, that a505w is an exynos so its unlocked.
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I just upgraded from the s7edge which I went back to after not being able to root the s8, so I haven't really followed any of the phones after that, but will there be away to unlock the bootloader found eventually, or is this just the way it is ?
Fuktard.allday said:
I just upgraded from the s7edge which I went back to after not being able to root the s8, so I haven't really followed any of the phones after that, but will there be away to unlock the bootloader found eventually, or is this just the way it is ?
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If it follows the same pattern of S8, S9, S9 and the Notes - then never.
You can always try and see if its unlockable by going into the Developer Options, check to see if OEM unlock is available. If it's there it may be unlockable.
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If it follows the same pattern of S8, S9, S9 and the Notes - then never.
You can always try and see if its unlockable by going into the Developer Options, check to see if OEM unlock is available. If it's there it may be unlockable.
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Not to sound like a ****, but if the option was there I wouldn't be here. I just started reading into the last couple models that didn't have the oem unlock option under the developer options and I'm starting to think that the outlook isn't so good. I should have done a bit of research and maybe tried to get my carrier to grab me a phone from elsewhere and bring it in for me. Just happy I kept the s7 edge, give me something to play around with while I wait for whatever comes next I guess.
Is it possible to flash stock firmware from one of the variants that does have the oem unlock option to the phone ?
Fuktard.allday said:
Is it possible to flash stock firmware from one of the variants that does have the oem unlock option to the phone ?
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That wont do anything.