I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
corster88 said:
I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Bad idea. Next update might fail from left over stuff from root or a mod...then you are done.
TonikJDK said:
Bad idea. Next update might fail from left over stuff from root or a mod...then you are done.
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Whats the solution?
corster88 said:
Whats the solution?
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The solution (I think) would be to wipe data and flash the entire stock image for your phone, then re-lock the bootloader. This will make sure that any folders/files pertaining to being rooted are gone and shouldn't cause any problems when it comes to validating your OS. Just make sure you properly unrooted SU by using their uninstaller/unroot tool before wiping and reflashing.
corster88 said:
Whats the solution?
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LeMoise said:
The solution (I think) would be to wipe data and flash the entire stock image for your phone, then re-lock the bootloader. This will make sure that any folders/files pertaining to being rooted are gone and shouldn't cause any problems when it comes to validating your OS. Just make sure you properly unrooted SU by using their uninstaller/unroot tool before wiping and reflashing.
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Yes run flashall unless you are extremely brave. I used to lock and unlock my nexus 6 bootloader with custom firmwares but this phone is a completely different animal
corster88 said:
I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Flash. all to both slots and be sure to include -w
Out of curiosity, why do you even wish to lock the bootloader? Especially with the numerous horror stories of users unable to resurrect a bootlooping device (rather simple to fix if unlocked) because their bootloader is locked.
Pain-N-Panic said:
Out of curiosity, why do you even wish to lock the bootloader? Especially with the numerous horror stories of users unable to resurrect a bootlooping device (rather simple to fix if unlocked) because their bootloader is locked.
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Android pay? I know I miss it.
poor2rican1 said:
Android pay? I know I miss it.
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Isn't there a way to get Android pay working with su hide and magisk?
corster88 said:
I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Locking the bootloader is always a bad idea if you have to ask if it's a bad idea.
poor2rican1 said:
Android pay? I know I miss it.
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Flash a custom kernel.
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Bryanx86 said:
Flash. all to both slots and be sure to include -w
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I'm nub. What do you mean?
Ok I flashed to stock can I lock now?
corster88 said:
Ok I flashed to stock can I lock now?
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Just an FYI, here's someone that locked their bl. Only 2 reasons I can see this as necessary is RMA, and Android pay. And Android pay works with magisk, so really only one reason. Just be sure to know what you're doing. https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-xl/help/pixel-xl-bricked-bootloader-locked-t3698638/page2
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I've read much about rooting, but it always seems to come in conjuncture with going into recovery mode and invoking factory settings..
Is there a way that I could just get root access without losing all of my data?
Thanks!
[GSM Galaxy Nexus, Android 4.0.2]
aaagever said:
I've read much about rooting, but it always seems to come in conjuncture with going into recovery mode and invoking factory settings..
Is there a way that I could just get root access without losing all of my data?
Thanks!
[GSM Galaxy Nexus, Android 4.0.2]
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Akaik the answer is no. Once you unlock the bootloader the device gets wiped.
Looks like CF-Root might be able to do the job..
aaagever said:
I've read much about rooting, but it always seems to come in conjuncture with going into recovery mode and invoking factory settings..
Is there a way that I could just get root access without losing all of my data?
Thanks!
[GSM Galaxy Nexus, Android 4.0.2]
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Alright! I love answering myself!
I just found out the CF-Root doesn't wipe the phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396952
Because: "THIS IS NOT A ROM - it is only a modified kernel. You need to have the relevant firmware already on your device. You do NOT need to wipe anything for this patch."
I'll try it an let you all know
aaagever said:
Alright! I love answering myself!
I just found out the CF-Root doesn't wipe the phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396952
Because: "THIS IS NOT A ROM - it is only a modified kernel. You need to have the relevant firmware already on your device. You do NOT need to wipe anything for this patch."
I'll try it an let you all know
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Nice work.
aaagever said:
Alright! I love answering myself!
I just found out the CF-Root doesn't wipe the phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396952
Because: "THIS IS NOT A ROM - it is only a modified kernel. You need to have the relevant firmware already on your device. You do NOT need to wipe anything for this patch."
I'll try it an let you all know
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Rooting doesn't wipe your phone, unlocking your bootloader does.
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joshnichols189 said:
Rooting doesn't wipe your phone, unlocking your bootloader does.
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That's what I thought.
joshnichols189 said:
Rooting doesn't wipe your phone, unlocking your bootloader does.
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So can I root without unlocking the bootloader?
aaagever said:
So can I root without unlocking the bootloader?
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I don't think so. MAybe Josh knows????
aaagever said:
So can I root without unlocking the bootloader?
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I doubt it: it's set up to do that because anyone can unlock it from fastboot and get full access to the phone, it's an attempt to prevent peeps getting access to the data on a stolen phone.
I have unlocked my gnex and rooted it.And then should I relock it?is there any difference whether relock it or not?thanks in advance
No difference just keep it open because if you ever have to reflash recovery or something you'll have to re unlock and that will wipe all data.
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I would read this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1898664
danger-rat said:
I would read this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1898664
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so detail.thank you
The Play Store bought Galaxy Nexus doesn't even wipe when unlocking the bootloader, so there is no reason to bother relocking if that's what you have.
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andrewNY said:
The Play Store bought Galaxy Nexus doesn't even wipe when unlocking the bootloader, so there is no reason to bother relocking if that's what you have.
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Seems like this shouldn't be true...
cwoggon said:
Seems like this shouldn't be true...
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Agreed, but multiple users have reported this. I'm rather curious what's going on with those play store devices. It's hard to believe Google deliberately removed a crucial security feature. If unlocking the bootloader does not wipe userdata, everybody who's not using encryption is basically facing a security risk.
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Seems like this shouldn't be true...
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It's widespread enough to be true.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1650830&page=22
Mach3.2 said:
It's widespread enough to be true.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1650830&page=22
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I was unaware, haven't been following the GNex forums for awhile. Seems like this could be a security issue...
My purpose to root is limited to supersu on the stock rom and xposed framework if possible. I do not want to flash any custom rom.
Is it possible to keep all DRM related functionalities with stock rom + root, with this method?
Is there some way to get root without unlocking the bootloader/wiping?
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery, to flash a custom recovery requires unlocked bootloader, so simple answer is no.
ghostofcain said:
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery, to flash a custom recovery requires unlocked bootloader, so simple answer is no.
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What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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Nothing, the only downside is the need to wipe data.
ghostofcain said:
Nothing, the only downside is the need to wipe data.
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I want sure about the fingerprint, etc. Thanks!
Damn, read a bit about what a bootloader is, its role is described in its name. Those fears are pointless.
Striatum_bdr said:
Damn, read a bit about what a bootloader is, its role is described in its name. Those fears are pointless.
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Not necessary, coming from other devices. I am no noob, I know what BL is, but some manufacturers tie certain features to locked BL. Sony for example cripples camera when you unlock.
kokesh said:
Not necessary, coming from other devices. I am no noob, I know what BL is, but some manufacturers tie certain features to locked BL. Sony for example cripples camera when you unlock.
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oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
bonham1988 said:
oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
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How does it work with OTA updates? Do those work with TWRP?
kokesh said:
How does it work with OTA updates? Do those work with TWRP?
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Otas dont work with twrp, oneplus releases a singed ota update on their forums usually within a week or two after the official ota. These singned updates can be flashed via twrp.
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The only downside to unlocking the BL on the OP3 is that you get a warning message (http://i.imgur.com/88NcI2K.jpg) when booting the phone. Lots of people hate it, i like it personally. It makes pressing button combos to get into fastboot/recovery obsolete.
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Otas dont work with twrp, oneplus releases a singed ota update on their forums usually within a week or two after the official ota. These singned updates can be flashed via twrp.
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And xda often have a TWRP flash able update before the OTA has reached everyone.
ghostofcain said:
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery ...
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If flashing is the only way to root the device, then yes.
And unfortunately flashing seems to be the only way.
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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Security. Your data are no more safe if your phone get stolen.
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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All SafetyNet apps stop working (Android Pay, PokeGO etc.)
kokesh said:
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I loose Android Pay. That's what i miss
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fp1707 said:
I loose Android Pay. That's what i miss
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Use Magisk and its all fine.
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Use Magisk and its all fine.
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I tried setting that up but i keep failing. Not sure what i'm doing wrong
NVM i see what i got wrong, now it works just fine
bonham1988 said:
oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
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This is not correct on OxygenOS 4.0.2, it's possible to root without wipe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDRPWvYJYfU
I bought a Google Pixel that appears to have been tampered with.
The bootloader was unlocked, which I've relocked.
I ran a SafetyNet check, and the CTS profile match was 'false'
I ran a root check and it said:
- Device is not rooted
- Super User: SU Found (/system/xbin/su"
- Busy Box is not installed.
If it was unlocked out of the box then someone definitely had their hands on it. Where did you buy it from.
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If it was unlocked out of the box then someone definitely had their hands on it. Where did you buy it from.
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I'm not sure it was gifted to me. Anyway to get it back to stock?
Torres95 said:
I'm not sure it was gifted to me. Anyway to get it back to stock?
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You'd have to flash the factory image. Which would require unlocking the bootloader again. Did you ACTUALLY lock the bootloader or did you just toggle the switch in developer settings?
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You'd have to flash the factory image. Which would require unlocking the bootloader again. Did you ACTUALLY lock the bootloader or did you just toggle the switch in developer settings?
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You should be able to flash the factory image without locking the bootloader. At least I did.
Scott said:
You should be able to flash the factory image without locking the bootloader. At least I did.
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Oh ok. I've never tried that. I always flash it in pieces though. I'm not doing it anymore. When you extract the pixel files it's pretty daunting how many there are. =/
B_I_N_G_E said:
Oh ok. I've never tried that. I always flash it in pieces though. I'm not doing it anymore. When you extract the pixel files it's pretty daunting how many there are. =/
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Just run the flash all script. Remove the -w to avoid it wiping.
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B_I_N_G_E said:
Oh ok. I've never tried that. I always flash it in pieces though. I'm not doing it anymore. When you extract the pixel files it's pretty daunting how many there are. =/
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Yeah, the layout has changed quite a bit.
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Yeah, the layout has changed quite a bit.
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Any step by step instructions as it's not working and I need it I pass a safetynet Check thanks
Torres95 said:
Any step by step instructions as it's not working and I need it I pass a safetynet Check thanks
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Straight from Google: https://developers.google.com/android/images
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Yeah, the layout has changed quite a bit.
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How does a person remove the -W from the flash all script?
treIII said:
How does a person remove the -W from the flash all script?
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Use notepad++
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Use notepad++
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Thank you. Never used that before but will try
Hey guys, yesterday I received this upgrade message, just wanted to know if I can upgrade it without losing my root, just want to upgrade cause the freakin message pops up every single time, thx
Jhareti said:
Hey guys, yesterday I received this upgrade message, just wanted to know if I can upgrade it without losing my root, just want to upgrade cause the freakin message pops up every single time, thx
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By the number it is MM patch.
aviwdoowks said:
By the number it is MM patch.
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soo, if I apply it, my root access will stay?
Jhareti said:
soo, if I apply it, my root access will stay?
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You won't be able to apply it while rooted. The upgrade will fail.
You can disable the app Motorola Updates with Titanium Backup to stop the annoying update screen all the time.
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You won't be able to apply it while rooted. The upgrade will fail.
You can disable the app Motorola Updates with Titanium Backup to stop the annoying update screen all the time.
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Oh, didn't knew that, so I just have to download that "Titanium Backup" app and disable the updates?
Jhareti said:
Oh, didn't knew that, so I just have to download that "Titanium Backup" app and disable the updates?
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Yes, I'm not sure if you can do it with the free version, but I believe you can.
turkobr said:
Yes, I'm not sure if you can do it with the free version, but I believe you can.
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You are in doo doo land if you are rooted, use twrp and never backed up your virgin ROM.
There is a post, not long ago, in the Nougat Update thread showing all the fundamental steps.
I have not rooted since early KK.
aviwdoowks said:
You are in doo doo land if you are rooted, use twrp and never backed up your virgin ROM.
There is a post, not long ago, in the Nougat Update thread showing all the fundamental steps.
I have not rooted since early KK.
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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Like I said I have been out of rooting for a long time....
That was my standard procedure then.
Great idea!
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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That's of you can find a stock image. I'm on _row_, can't find a stock image anywhere :'(
xxBrun0xx said:
That's of you can find a stock image. I'm on _row_, can't find a stock image anywhere :'(
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Ugh. That sucks. Where did you get your device?
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Ugh. That sucks. Where did you get your device?
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Swappa. Came with TWRP, which I normally love, but not when no factory images available
xxBrun0xx said:
Swappa. Came with TWRP, which I normally love, but not when no factory images available
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Here's the firmware
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/addison/official/
I would say you're safe to flash a us firmware but only flash the 10 sparsechunks,recovery , boot img and OEM IMG if you flash and modem file or any other file you'll end up losing your IMEI.
But you're always taking a chance.
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flashallthetime said:
Here's the firmware
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/addison/official/
I would say you're safe to flash a us firmware but only flash the 10 sparsechunks,recovery , boot img and OEM IMG if you flash and modem file or any other file you'll end up losing your IMEI.
But you're always taking a chance.
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I think I'd tend to agree with this, but with no real experience with Moto to back it up.
WTF is ROW though?
dandrumheller said:
I think I'd tend to agree with this, but with no real experience with Moto to back it up.
WTF is ROW though?
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Row is what us Canadians do trying to get away from Trump in our canoes
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flashallthetime said:
Row is what us Canadians do trying to get away from Trump in our canoes
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Well played sir, well played. If it's any consolation, I just need to ROW farther...
Nougat in January.
http://m.gsmarena.com/moto_z_play_in_europe_gets_android_nougat_this_month_too-news-22749.php