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Hi,
I bought this HTC desire hd from Softbank, Japan and used for 2 years as per contract. Now I have tried to use other operator sim (another country), but showed 'invalid sim'
Next, I 've tried install custom rom (cm7.2)
As 1st step, I have unlocked bootloader using HTCDev.
But this is my failure list while trying next steps:-
1. Tried ROM manager v5.5.2.3
>>> BUT it shows "You must root ur phone for rom Manager to function"
2. (to root) Tried to downgrade (technically update) to Softbank JP from 2.64.762.3 to 2.37.762.2 (RUU_..._S_SoftBank_JP_2.37.762.2 ....)
>>> BUT this msg shown
Error [155]: UNKNOWN ERROR
Please get the correct ROM Update Utility and try again.
3. (leaned to root, s-off needed) Tried s-off following http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2221039
>>> BUT "fastboot recovery1.img" cmd asked more arguments (hwevr, device found as "HT12VRX00872 fastboot")
4. (learned to s-off, goldcard required) Tried gold card following http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/how-to-make-gold-card-for-htc-desire-hd/
>>> BUT http://psas.revskills.de/?q=goldcard has retired and downloadable revskill installers either crash or cant generate image
5. In alternative path, tried to follow Advanced Ace Hack Kit
>>> BUT AAHK has retired
6. Tried 4EXT Recovery Control 2.4.6
>>>BUT "This app need root access" (refer to step 2)
So, can anyone please guide me for a solution (for using other operator sim)?
Somoy
Somoy1 said:
Hi,
I bought this HTC desire hd from Softbank, Japan and used for 2 years as per contract. Now I have tried to use other operator sim (another country), but showed 'invalid sim'
Next, I 've tried install custom rom (cm7.2)
As 1st step, I have unlocked bootloader using HTCDev.
But this is my failure list while trying next steps:-
1. Tried ROM manager v5.5.2.3
>>> BUT it shows "You must root ur phone for rom Manager to function"
2. (to root) Tried to downgrade (technically update) to Softbank JP from 2.64.762.3 to 2.37.762.2 (RUU_..._S_SoftBank_JP_2.37.762.2 ....)
>>> BUT this msg shown
Error [155]: UNKNOWN ERROR
Please get the correct ROM Update Utility and try again.
3. (leaned to root, s-off needed) Tried s-off following http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2221039
>>> BUT "fastboot recovery1.img" cmd asked more arguments (hwevr, device found as "HT12VRX00872 fastboot")
4. (learned to s-off, goldcard required) Tried gold card following http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/how-to-make-gold-card-for-htc-desire-hd/
>>> BUT http://psas.revskills.de/?q=goldcard has retired and downloadable revskill installers either crash or cant generate image
5. In alternative path, tried to follow Advanced Ace Hack Kit
>>> BUT AAHK has retired
6. Tried 4EXT Recovery Control 2.4.6
>>>BUT "This app need root access" (refer to step 2)
So, can anyone please guide me for a solution (for using other operator sim)?
Somoy
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If you have used the device for 2 years, you can contact softbank to get the Sim unlock code. That is the best way to unlock your device.
glevitan said:
If you have used the device for 2 years, you can contact softbank to get the Sim unlock code. That is the best way to unlock your device.
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I did. Softbank said they do not support or provide any unlocking code.
Recently I bought unlock code from unlock-zoneDotcom ... but there is no prompt to enter this code (after new sim insertion)
instead asked to enter "SIM network subset unlock PIN" which is neither that unlock code nor pin of sim.
Somoy1 said:
I did. Softbank said they do not support or provide any unlocking code.
Recently I bought unlock code from unlock-zoneDotcom ... but there is no prompt to enter this code (after new sim insertion)
instead asked to enter "SIM network subset unlock PIN" which is neither that unlock code nor pin of sim.
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ok, then I guess that your only solution is to S-OFF your device...the only way currently is to do it manually. If you need help just let me know and we can arrange to connect via teamviewer to do it. :good:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=411
glevitan said:
ok, then I guess that your only solution is to S-OFF your device...the only way currently is to do it manually. If you need help just let me know and we can arrange to connect via teamviewer to do it. :good:
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Thanks.
I tried to follow the link's instruction. (for that purpose installed ubuntu+android sdk)
The 1st step was "adb shell dd if=/dev/blo...."
>> BUT got this msg "cannot open for read: Permission denied" (in fact from win7 got similar msg)
One clarification request: does "root only" means root access? Of so, it seems like a loop: s-off <-> roor access
Any help please?
Invalid imei fix
NOTE this only works if your IMEI shows INVALID. If the IMEI is blank then follow the second post.
Switching between Lollipop and Kitkat firmwares in Desire 820s can sometimes result in invalid imei in system or when dialing *#06#
The best solution is to reflash your original firmare. However if you wish to stick to your current firmware then you can easily fix it with the following method:
This only works for invalid imei in system or in dialer and not in bootloader
What you need
Rooted Desire 820s
Download Root explorer from this link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer&hl=en
Now use root explorer and navigate to the root of your phone. You will get a folder named "data". Open in and inside it you will get a folder named "nvram". Rename "nvram" to "nvram_old" and then reboot your phone.
Your imeis should now be back
If you still have network problems
Open dialer
Dial *#*#4636#*#*
Select Phone information
Set preferred network type: choose GSM only. (It might change back to Unknown but keep on choosing GSM only until network appears, then you can choose another option)
Blank IMEI Fix
If your IMEI is blank when you type *#06# in dialer because you accidentally formatted the phone with SP Flash Tool then follow this:
(Only works on Kitkat firmware. So if you're on Lollipop you'll have to flash KitKat first)
1. First Install Gadget CDC VCOM drivers on your PC using this tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nCfN3bdayQ
2. Download NVRAM DB 820s file from here https://mega.nz/#!4DhgFQrC!vcS5n6tJb1yjjSISrAa0gtATyrmksCNMm0hSCn7hEMw
3. Download SN Write Tool from here https://mega.nz/#!IWxGmDba!UGFtSQUVOLrj1b9LhNdd-0JzuwOvbDuUelXwxYJJ7z8
4. Extract both of them
5. Open SN Write Tool folder and run SN Writer.exe as administrator
6. Let ComPort be USB VCOM and Target Type be Smart Phone
7. Click on system config
8. Under Write option tick IMEI (if Serial Number is also affected tick it as well)
7. Under IMEI option tick dual IMEI
9. Under DataBase File click on MD1_DB and navigate to the NVRAM DB 820s folder and choose the file named =>> BPLGUInfoCustomAppSrcP_MT6752_S00_MOLY_LR9_W1423_M D_LWTG_CMCC_MP_V1_P21_1_ltg_n
10. Then click on AP_DB and navigate again to the NVRAM DB 820s folder and choose the file named ==> APDB_MT6752_S01_KK2.MP13_
11. Click Save
12. Click Start
13. Insert the original IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 of your phone as shown on the box you bought your phone with and Click OK (If Serial Number is also affected type it here)
14. Switch off your Phone and connect it to the PC with a USB cable
15. Wait until it says PASS then reboot the phone
If you're still facing problems download this file https://mega.nz/#!ZaRzVCjD!bzN0oSo6ruujOOXHyt2NjpW54IFqfLrwO2yWpWALZ24
Install these drivers:
Gadget CDC VCOM Driver (most important)
MediaTek DA USB VCOM Port
MediaTek preloader USB VCOM Port
MediaTek USB Port
WiFi NVRAM WARNING: ERR 0x10 fix
What you need to perform the methods..??
1. A Rooted MTK device
2. Root Explorer.apk
3. Wifi Error Fix.rar
How to do this?
On Your Rooted device go to root Explorer
And navigate to File system root/
data/nvram/APCFG/APRDEB
There you will find two files named 1) WIFI , 2) WIFI_CUSTOM just simply delete these files
Now extract the files from the WiFi fix.rar
and move the extracted files to the previous (root/
data/nvram/APCFG/APRDEB) folder.
Reboot phone
Hi.
i tried many times but your bootloader unlocking method not work with mediatek devices. at least with mine .
when i reboot to bootloader, fastboot don't reconize any devices. When i reboot in download mode, fastboot work; but the code that it release isn't processable by htcdev website.
SniperSte said:
Hi.
i tried many times but your bootloader unlocking method not work with mediatek devices. at least with mine .
when i reboot to bootloader, fastboot don't reconize any devices. When i reboot in download mode, fastboot work; but the code that it release isn't processable by htcdev website.
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To unlock bootloader for the unofficial d820ys flash these pgfs files with SP Flash Tool.
https://mega.nz/#!B90lRJ7D!APtZUcQJCRtO4HQa-XvfT5DazkNtKpnALJoybLx4ZjU
You rock thank you alot
Following
Still cannot rigester
I tried everything that was written
But nothing seems to get ok .
I'm on 4.4.4 kitKat I researched a bit and got my iemi
Back but still cannot register to the network please help
I cannot call or do anything...
Thanks.....:crying::crying:
ASH8725 said:
I tried everything that was written
But nothing seems to get ok .
I'm on 4.4.4 kitKat I researched a bit and got my iemi
Back but still cannot register to the network please help
I cannot call or do anything...
Thanks.....:crying::crying:
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I will post a guide for those who have formatted their phones with SP Flash Tool
I got it
Gibz97 said:
I will post a guide for those who have formatted their phones with SP Flash Tool
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it's simple for nvram fix just follow
From the top but for the imei got to mtk tools
Use mobileuncle app or mtksettings open engineering
Go to cds information then radio informtion then
Select you sim then type AT +EGMR=1,7," put your imei"
Remember put your phones imei from the box..cheers
Gibz97 said:
Invalid imei fix
Switching between Lollipop and Kitkat firmwares in Desire 820s can sometimes result in invalid imei in system or when dialing *#06#.
The best solution is to reflash your original firmare. However if you wish to stick to your current firmware then you can easily fix it with the following method:
This only works for invalid imei in system or in dialer and not in bootloader
What you need
help please no of above worked in my fon desire 820s dual sim imei invalid no signal i dont have back up and no box of fon i dont know imei also help
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ASH8725 said:
it's simple for nvram fix just follow
From the top but for the imei got to mtk tools
Use mobileuncle app or mtksettings open engineering
Go to cds information then radio informtion then
Select you sim then type AT +EGMR=1,7," put your imei"
Remember put your phones imei from the box..cheers
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i dont have box and i dont know my imei please help.
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help
Gibz97 said:
I will post a guide for those who have formatted their phones with SP Flash Tool
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no mtk engineering mode
tried sn writer tool
mtk droid tools
nothing seems to work on htc desire 820s lollipop..
help please:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:
ASH8725 said:
no mtk engineering mode
tried sn writer tool
mtk droid tools
nothing seems to work on htc desire 820s lollipop..
help please:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:
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Please read the second post of this thread
Help me a little bit please please please
I also flashed my phone with sp flash tool. and mistaken ly chose delete all plus download mode. So I have ann empty imei. I have box and real Imei. and my phone is rooted also. but mtk engineering mode apk not working to change imei. Is there any way to change Imei via phone or without flashing a kitkat rom? my current rom is 5.0.1 please help me ?????
ASH8725 said:
no mtk engineering mode
tried sn writer tool
mtk droid tools
nothing seems to work on htc desire 820s lollipop..
help please:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:
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Try Chamelephon apk to edit the IMEI
guys i changed my IMEIs easily after searching for 5 hours ... .. use king root to root your phone .. download it from google play or from the web in .apk format and transfer it to your mobile then install and bypass the security warning .
then download this app from google store : chamelephon .. it will allow you to change your IMEIs and then your sims will work again ISA
download links are no longer available
Gibz97 said:
Blank IMEI Fix
If your IMEI is blank when you type *#06# in dialer because you accidentally formatted the phone with SP Flash Tool then follow this:
(Only works on Kitkat firmware. So if you're on Lollipop you'll have to flash KitKat first)
1. First Install Gadget CDC VCOM drivers on your PC using this tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nCfN3bdayQ
2. Download NVRAM DB 820s file from here https://mega.nz/#!N9NB3QDJ!3aoNxm1QjkG93ZHedP-ZhbhkVuL-ZVwWULLhUE7Ritw
3. Download SN Write Tool from here https://mega.nz/#!lxcBWKIZ!1SZVDXoLhlswY24OFFBzowHUN-wHBYPOXOhgoSIshB4
4. Extract both of them
5. Open SN Write Tool folder and run SN Writer.exe as administrator
6. Let ComPort be USB VCOM and Target Type be Smart Phone
7. Click on system config
8. Under Write option tick IMEI (if Serial Number is also affected tick it as well)
7. Under IMEI option tick dual IMEI
9. Under DataBase File click on MD1_DB and navigate to the NVRAM DB 820s folder and choose the file named =>> BPLGUInfoCustomAppSrcP_MT6752_S00_MOLY_LR9_W1423_M D_LWTG_CMCC_MP_V1_P21_1_ltg_n
10. Then click on AP_DB and navigate again to the NVRAM DB 820s folder and choose the file named ==> APDB_MT6752_S01_KK2.MP13_
11. Click Save
12. Click Start
13. Insert the original IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 of your phone as shown on the box you bought your phone with and Click OK (If Serial Number is also affected type it here)
14. Switch off your Phone and connect it to the PC with a USB cable
15. Wait until it says PASS then reboot the phone
If you're still facing problems download this file https://mega.nz/#!MoMEWRqA!57djmSN3BOimherVGBH3RxrmitdE0XJMwEcny_5wmwc
Install these drivers:
MediaTek DA USB VCOM Port
MediaTek preloader USB VCOM Port
MediaTek USB Port
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pls i need NVRAM DB 820s folder & SN Write Tool ,download links are expired :crying:
bishoy ashraf said:
pls i need NVRAM DB 820s folder & SN Write Tool ,download links are expired :crying:
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I will update them in the next 5 hours
Links updated
need file for unlock bootloader.
link dead
Hello all!
I've been looking and trying to root this LG G3 without any success.
It seems that LGUP must be used with a *.kdz to downgrade from MM to LP or KK. However, I can't find any *.kdz, only the *.tot.
I've also tried using LG Flash Tools, but because I'm on MM, it fails to recognize the device.
Also, Kingroot didn't work.
Any ideas?
Bump!
Bump!
Before starting take a backup of your files (if you want)
So let's go on..!
Go here and you will need to go to the folder with your devices model's name.
http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/LG+G3/Stock/
Then go over here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785089
And scroll down to "How to flash ROM kdz method"
Enable usb debugging
https://www.recovery-android.com/enable-usb-debugging-on-android.html#part1
Connect your phone to your PC
Download Lg drivers(Not Verizon one's!)
Download Lguptool, unzip it,open the folder and inside of it where all the lguptool files are located move the kdz file that you downloaded.
Open lguptool with admin prompt!
Select type CMDA and phone mode DIAG
Select the kdz file and click "CSE Flash"
Then click "start"
A menu will appear,select language and click "Ok"
After all these steps you will need to wait till the phone boots.
Then you will be able to root your phone and flash ROMs!
Good luck!
(A "thank you" would be really appreciated!)
Declaimer: Me and the original owners for the tools used in this method are not responsable of you breaking your phone!
All the credits to the developer of the tool and solution x. I only tested it on my bricked LG G3 D851 and modified my tot i tried LGUP because Lg flash tool didnt work and also LG flash tool 2014
This method is based on an other method of modifing tots
This method may work for all the variants
Mine is 32GB and Revision 1.0
Instructions
You need to modify the tot(I used winhex)
You need to modify your tot with an hexadecimal editor
1: Go to simple search
2: Type the original model of your phone
3: Normally on lg tots the first string is : 4 xVLG-D8xx
4: And replace it as the model that is being detected on your phone
5: The next string you need to modify is: D8xx10c (in the case of the tmobile g3 the last 3 numbers are 10c this changes in every model)
6: Save it
7: Its done!
Flash instructions
1: You will need LGUP Store Framework, thanks to my lg phones.com for posting this tool
2:Connect Your lg phone in dwnload mode and set it on port COM 41
3: Open LGUP
4:Select your phone a screen will be promped
5:Then select REFURBISH
6:And doble click on FILE PATH
7:Find your tot
8:Select only the tot, dll is not necesary
9:Click start
10:Relax!
Programs needes
LG USB Drivers
LG Phone
LGUP STORE Framework(Thanks my lg phones.com)
Binary Editor(I used Winhex)
And the original tot file for your device
Sorry if i posted it in the wrong place or i make an error im new at xda developers, its my first thread!
MAJOR UPDATE: Managed to flash Global stock rom to the MetroPCS variant
Pros: Stock Oneplus and everything works
Cons: OEM unlock is still greyed out
Before you go any further:
THERE IS NO ROOT FOR THIS DEVICE WITH A LOCKED BOOTLOADER (YET). THIS THREAD IS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING OF METHODS TO ACHIEVE THIS.
Just got this device from MetroPCS this week and love this device. However I found out very quick that you have to be with MetroPCS for 180 days before you can get unlocked. To unlock the bootloader you have to be sim unlocked from the carrier.
This thread will be for development of a working root process for others to offer perspective. Feel free to try to replicate at your own risk. If anyone is interested in these files/tools let me know and I will publish more links.
;Download international and metro ROM and MSM tool from these thread (thanks to @Some_Random_Username)International
MetroPCS
This download will include the latest MSM Download Tool
The work around that I found does not need MSM to be patched
;TOOLS
download and extract oppo decrypt master
unpack and repack .OPS files for use with MSM Download Tool 4 .exe
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Method----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TD;RL:
Extract the .ops file, open settings.xml replace the project ID, repack
Set up:
1. Download international zip and metro zip from above, extract into 2 seperate folders and delete billie8t_14_O.01_201218.ops in the metro folder
2. have adb installed
3. Install python3 and prereqs for oppo decrypt master
Extract .ops, edit and flash:
1. unzip the zip file with the .ops file from both folders and move it to the folder with oppo decrypt
2. run "python3 opscrypto.py decrypt billie8_14_O.01_210128.ops" (decrypt both .ops files from each firmware, the first one being the metro and get the /extract/settings.xml file and open it. we will need info from it)
3. Now extract the international firmware with opoo decrypt and open the extract folder
4. open "settings.xml" from both firmwares in your favorite editor
6. Change the following in the international settings.xml: Project=20886 to Project=20885 and ModelVerifyRandom= (THESE NEED TO BE EXACTLY WHAT ARE IN THE METRO SETTINGS.XML file)
6. Save the file
7. run "python3 opscrypto.py encrypt extract". This will create a file called out.ops
8. Once finished place out.ops into the metro firmware folder and rename to "billie8t_14_O.01_201218.ops"
9. With your phone turned on, plug your phone into the computer
10. Open MSMdownloadtoolv4.0.exe and press start
11. Run "adb reboot edl"
12. Your computer should recognize and start the download.
13. Wait a while and it will reboot.
Here is my working files for anyone who wants to tinker
Includes MSMdownloadtools, modded OPS file and (edited settings.xml and patched recovery.img inside OPS)
Updated downloads include:
Decrypted Metro OPS (IMGs, BIN, etc)
Metro to Global (OPS)
Metro to Global w/ magisk patched recovery (ZIP)
Google Drive - Updated 7/11/2021
Hi!,
Did you try this method:
Root N10 using Magisk
Warning: I'm not responsible for any damage or bricked phones! Mirror for all OxygenOS images General Info: You need adb and fastboot installed and should know how to use it TWRP is not needed You must do this process only once...
forum.xda-developers.com
?
I have reviewed that method, however it seems to only work with the EU and Global version of the phone. With the US version being on TMobile or MetroPCS (which is owned by TMobile) the "OEM" unlock is greyed out.
To be able to unlock the bootloader I have found that you have to do the following:
1. On MetroPCS you have to have the phone for 180 days.
2. Once that 180 days is up you have to apply to get the device unlocked from their network.
3. After the device gets unlocked from the network you can then use "OEM unlock" in the settings.
4. Then you have to apply to OnePlus with IMEI, serial and unlock code (fastboot get_unlock_code)
5. Wait a week
6. They send you the unlock.
To me this is ridiculously convoluted.
I don't want to have to wait 6 months to start modding
Some other OnePlus devices (6t Tmobile specifically), you use a patched/modified MSM tool to flash the firmware, and it bypasses the device checking if its meant for the device or not. From there, you can unlock the bootloader and you're all set.
Try that, link to the 6t instructions below, I'd wonder if it works on the n10. If I had a carrier locked one, I'd try it, but I got my n10 5g from an amazon return pallet lol
T-Mobile 6T to International Conversion (WITHOUT unlocked bootloader/SIM unlock!)
In the previous thread, we discussed a method to convert T-Mobile 6T's to the international variant, sort of, but it required an unlocked bootloader, which itself requires a SIM unlock which T-Mobile gives people a hard time about. However, it...
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Thank you. Will give it a shot. Are the MSM download tool specific to the device? If not I will give this a shot tomorrow. Any idea how it is patched?
I believe MSM tool is device specified. So I assume you use the Metro MSM and load a modified .OPS from US Retail unlock model? or anything I'm missing? I don't think MSM is included in official oneplus firmware zip.
MSM comes included with the ops firmware. But according to another thread on here
"Crossflashing regional builds is no longer possible by EDL, flash is tied to device project ID. For reference EU devices project ID is 20889 while international devices project ID is 20886."
With that being said. I was able to flash modified Metro firmware (patched ramdisk in boot.img) as noted earlier. So perhaps I can try extracting firmware for the global version and metro, replace any project ID in global with metro project ID and attempt to flash the firmware.
Alternatively we can try to patch the Metro MSM tool like the one used for the 6T above.
ieatgravity said:
MSM comes included with the ops firmware. But according to another thread on here
"Crossflashing regional builds is no longer possible by EDL, flash is tied to device project ID. For reference EU devices project ID is 20889 while international devices project ID is 20886."
With that being said. I was able to flash modified Metro firmware (patched ramdisk in boot.img) as noted earlier. So perhaps I can try extracting firmware for the global version and metro, replace any project ID in global with metro project ID and attempt to flash the firmware.
Alternatively we can try to patch the Metro MSM tool like the one used for the 6T above.
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If I had one to test, I'd try it myself. I don't think it's device specific, but it might give you an error, much like Galaxy Devices do on device, if you flash firmware that doesn't match and it knows it doesn't match
You used to be able to flash Chinese firmware to Galaxy Tab A 10.1 tablets to get around FRP because there's no google apps on older Galaxy Tablets for the Chinese region. You'd flash the chinese firmware with patched odin, go through setup, go back to odin, flash US firmware, and it'd get around frp... that no longer works because they added a check into the bootloader itself.
KaptinBoxxi said:
If I had one to test, I'd try it myself. I don't think it's device specific, but it might give you an error, much like Galaxy Devices do on device, if you flash firmware that doesn't match and it knows it doesn't match
You used to be able to flash Chinese firmware to Galaxy Tab A 10.1 tablets to get around FRP because there's no google apps on older Galaxy Tablets for the Chinese region. You'd flash the chinese firmware with patched odin, go through setup, go back to odin, flash US firmware, and it'd get around frp... that no longer works because they added a check into the bootloader itself.
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I saw the 6T had a patched MSMdownloadtool but according to another post on here for the ubrick guide for this specific variant cannot be patched because it has some anti-debugging code built in.
With that said. I noticed the files you get for the MSM tool has two .DLL files (which could be device specific) that the MSM download tool uses. Also since it is possible to flash modified .OPS it might be possible to still flash the Global version. I saw one guide on the 6t that after you flash the global rom from MSM you get the same error I received with the modified .OPS (patched bootloader) I flashed. Error was "your device cannot be trusted and will not boot". But they took it a step further and ran "fastboot OEM unlock critical" and the bootloader unlocked and booted.
If this device wasn't my daily I would have attempted this by now.
I was able to flash the Global stock Oneplus rom using MSM download tools to the MetroPCS Nord N10 5G.
BUT
OEM unlock is still greyed out. Any ideas?
also updated first post with how to replicate what I did to flash. This should work on any variant as long as you replace the project number to your own
ieatgravity said:
I was able to flash the Global stock Oneplus rom using MSM download tools to the MetroPCS Nord N10 5G.
BUT
OEM unlock is still greyed out. Any ideas?
also updated first post with how to replicate what I did to flash. This should work on any variant as long as you replace the project number to your own
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It is network checked for OEM Unlock even on the global variants. You need to connect via SIM Data or Wifi for it to check if OEM Unlock can be done, which might mean its doing it via IMEI or some other bootloader specific check
Even connected to the internet the toggle is still greyed out. Device still shows BE2025 despite flashing the international firmware. But it does show the International build number. It also has the international system update engine which was able to do OTA update to latest, it also has the icon at the top where you can pick the file.
Other things I have tried:
- replaced vbmeta and vbmeta_system with empty vbmetas [Device got stuck in an EDL loop]
- replaced recovery.img with twrp.img [Device got stuck in an EDL loop]
- replaced boot.img with magisk_patched.img [Device corrupt, cannot be trusted and will not boot - bootloader loop]
- replaced recovery.img with magisk_patched.img [Device boots like normal. Tried booting magisk (volume down + power until splash screen, then release) Device corrupt, cannot be trusted - reboot back into system just fine.
- Used a HEX editor on boot.img to disable dm-verity [Hex code not found - no changes made]
I don't even know where to begin to see if it is network locked with the international rom. Voice over wifi and 5g works just fine though.
ieatgravity said:
MAJOR UPDATE: Managed to flash Global stock rom to the MetroPCS variant
Pros: Stock Oneplus and everything works
Cons: OEM unlock is still greyed out
Before you go any further:
THERE IS NO ROOT FOR THIS DEVICE WITH A LOCKED BOOTLOADER (YET). THIS THREAD IS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING OF METHODS TO ACHIEVE THIS.
Just got this device from MetroPCS this week and love this device. However I found out very quick that you have to be with MetroPCS for 180 days before you can get unlocked. To unlock the bootloader you have to be sim unlocked from the carrier.
This thread will be for development of a working root process for others to offer perspective. Feel free to try to replicate at your own risk. If anyone is interested in these files/tools let me know and I will publish more links.
;Download international and metro ROM and MSM tool from these thread (thanks to @Some_Random_Username)International
MetroPCS
This download will include the latest MSM Download Tool
The work around that I found does not need MSM to be patched
;TOOLS
download and extract oppo decrypt master
unpack and repack .OPS files for use with MSM Download Tool 4 .exe
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TD;RL:
Extract the .ops file, open settings.xml replace the project ID, repack
Set up:
1. Download international zip and metro zip from above, extract into 2 seperate folders and delete billie8t_14_O.01_201218.ops in the metro folder
2. have adb installed
3. Install python3 and prereqs for oppo decrypt master
Extract .ops, edit and flash:
1. unzip the zip file with the .ops file from both folders and move it to the folder with oppo decrypt
2. run "python3 opscrypto.py decrypt billie8_14_O.01_210128.ops" (decrypt both .ops files from each firmware, the first one being the metro and get the /extract/settings.xml file and open it. we will need info from it)
3. Now extract the international firmware with opoo decrypt and open the extract folder
4. open "settings.xml" from both firmwares in your favorite editor
6. Change the following in the international settings.xml: Project=20886 to Project=20885 and ModelVerifyRandom= (THESE NEED TO BE EXACTLY WHAT ARE IN THE METRO SETTINGS.XML file)
6. Save the file
7. run "python3 opscrypto.py encrypt extract". This will create a file called out.ops
8. Once finished place out.ops into the metro firmware folder and rename to "billie8t_14_O.01_201218.ops"
9. With your phone turned on, plug your phone into the computer
10. Open MSMdownloadtoolv4.0.exe and press start
11. Run "adb reboot edl"
12. Your computer should recognize and start the download.
13. Wait a while and it will reboot.
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I did what someone else suggested i contacted fcc 2 days ago to file a complaint already sim unlocked on metro oem toggle not grey anymore
scottlam1 said:
I did what someone else suggested i contacted fcc 2 days ago to file a complaint already sim unlocked on metro oem toggle not grey anymore
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How did you go about this? Were you passed your 180 days?
Here is an interesting(or weird) thread
OnePlus Nord | N10 | N100 [TMO/MPCS] Network Unlock & Enable OEM Unlocking (April 19th, 2021)
1.) ADB access must be enabled -Tap build number 7 times until Developer Options are enabled 2.) Enable USB Debugging -For PC-less enable Wireless Debugging Optional if PC-less 3.) Go to Play Store or F-Droid and download Shizuku 4.) Tap...
forum.xda-developers.com
arda99 said:
Here is an interesting(or weird) thread
OnePlus Nord | N10 | N100 [TMO/MPCS] Network Unlock & Enable OEM Unlocking (April 19th, 2021)
1.) ADB access must be enabled -Tap build number 7 times until Developer Options are enabled 2.) Enable USB Debugging -For PC-less enable Wireless Debugging Optional if PC-less 3.) Go to Play Store or F-Droid and download Shizuku 4.) Tap...
forum.xda-developers.com
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I...
have mixed feelings about this.
Cannot tell if this is troll or someone actually trying to help
ieatgravity said:
How did you go about this? Were you passed your 180 days?
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150 days just google fcc complaint the form is simple and explains everything i got an email and call from metro a very nice woman
I used your files oem unlocked bootloader still needs unlock token
I'm aware, I still haven't been able to get unlock bootloader ungreyed out either.
At this point I'm not quite sure what to try next but I will keep researching.
If I can find a way to remove dm-verity (secure boot) I'm 100% positive that I can get it rooted without network unlock and unlocked bootloader.
Though an unlocked bootloader would be nice.
ieatgravity said:
I'm aware, I still haven't been able to get unlock bootloader ungreyed out either.
At this point I'm not quite sure what to try next but I will keep researching.
If I can find a way to remove dm-verity (secure boot) I'm 100% positive that I can get it rooted without network unlock and unlocked bootloader.
Though an unlocked bootloader would be nice.
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No mine is carrier unlocked and the oem in development is active now but i was hoping i woulnt need the token because for some reason onplus says invalid imei when i try to request a token