Hello, I've read so many guides that I'm confused. I'm on the N910VVRS2CQB2 6.0.1 rom. I want to flash a note 7 port room on my device but I obviously need to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP and root.
I need someone who can help with a simple guide on how to achieve these (unlocking bootloader, flashing TWRP and rooting), thanks
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Okay sorry about all the threads its just I keep getting other problems. I want to get Root, Unlocked Boatloader, Custom Kernel and a Rom for my arc S. I flashed back to .42 so start all over but I can seem to root it now, if I use SuperOneClick can I still unlock the boatloader? If someone can just post some easy steps that I can follow it would be appreciated. DooMs easy rooting kit did not work either and nierther did the RootXperia.zip file :/ So please help?
Thanks a lot for those who do!
rooting has no effect on bootloader 'unlockability', but if you unlock your bootloader you'll find any kernel/rom you flash will be pre-rooted. There are a few ways to unlock, I used the SE/Sony site which gives you a step by step guide. You can use other methods by certain xda members, though they're not free obviously. I found this helpful too.
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rooting has no effect on bootloader 'unlockability', but if you unlock your bootloader you'll find any kernel/rom you flash will be pre-rooted. There are a few ways to unlock, I used the SE/Sony site which gives you a step by step guide. You can use other methods by certain xda members, though they're not free obviously. I found this helpful too.
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Do I unlock the boatloader first?
Yep, no need to root if it's unlocked. Read everything before you attempt it, there are a few downloads before you can use adb(for fastboot, etc) so google anything you're no too clear on. It's fairly straightforward but can be time consuming...
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Yep, no need to root if it's unlocked. Read everything before you attempt it, there are a few downloads before you can use adb(for fastboot, etc) so google anything you're no too clear on. It's fairly straightforward but can be time consuming...
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So can I also unlock it .42 then do OTA and it will still be unlocked?
Basically, once you've unlocked your bootloader you can't use OTA or pc companion to update. You need to use firmwares/roms from xda, so you would use flashtool to flash a rom, fastboot to boot a kernel. Most devs will give instructions in their threads. Unlocking your bootloader doesn't automatically root your phone; flashing a custom rom or booting a custom kernel will.
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Basically, once you've unlocked your bootloader you can't use OTA or pc companion to update. You need to use firmwares/roms from xda, so you would use flashtool to flash a rom, fastboot to boot a kernel. Most devs will give instructions in their threads. Unlocking your bootloader doesn't automatically root your phone; flashing a custom rom or booting a custom kernel will.
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Could you PM me please?
A while ago I used towel root which doesn't unlock the boot loader. I then used the twrp manager to install custom recovery. I have tried flashing all by adb but that didn't work. I then tried flashing the boot loader but it said failed, boot loader is locked. Will i be able to unlock the boot loader then flash all then re lock the boot loader? Final question, would all of this allow me to download Android 5.0 OTA? Thank you, any help is really appreciated.
Do you have the proper drivers and the Android SDK installed and updated? Does your computer recognize the tablet? If so, yes you can unlock the bootloader. Find the guide in the Nexus 7 subforum and follow it step for step. Once you have the 4.4.4 stock image installed, you'll be able to receive the 5.0 OTA when it becomes available.
Now some questions:
1. There's no way to install a custom recovery with the bootloader locked. What makes you think TWRP Manager installed anything?
2. Why do you want to relock the bootloader?
Now a statement: Stop using toolkits. Read more before asking questions. Learn how to use adb and fasboot. If you have time to find this forum and actively post questions, you can take the time to learn the basics. I learned simply by following guides and searching for answers before attempting to do anything with any and all of my Android devices. This isn't any different from buying a car before you know how to drive.
Once rooted with towelroot or otherwise, you can unlock and relock the boot loader with an app. Bootunlocker for nexus devices, in the play store. This app method does not wipe user data.
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You can flash TWRP with locked bootloader. I was even running 4 custom roms with MultiROM with a locked bootloader!
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Hello, i want change Stock ROM of my Zenfone 2 Z00AD to a Custom ROM (Groovy Android or NutOS), but i don't know what guide follow or which tool use for unlock and upgrade bootloader, and install TWRP.
Which tool/guide should i follow?
http://groovyandroid.ga/installation
Groovy Android Tutorial
BL Unlock ZE551ML Toolkit
ZE55XML_MODDER
or other?
The chances of bricking my phone is high?
I will unlock bootloader today. I need a guide on how to install TWRP and custom rom
I want recommendations for best TWRP and best custom ROM
Thread closed as youve already asked here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-5-pro/help/help-please-to-unlock-bootloader-t3858609
Can anyone give me a detailed step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader, install TWRP as well as Magisk and then relock the bootloader. I followed several different sets of instructions to no avail, all I've end up doing is hard-bricking the phone. I'm not able to do a full wipe and reset following a guide in the forum on how to restore to stock after bricking. I'm not installing any custom roms or kernels.
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Can anyone give me a detailed step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader, install TWRP as well as Magisk and then relock the bootloader. I followed several different sets of instructions to no avail, all I end up doing is soft-bricking the phone. I'm able to do a full wipe and reset following a guide in the forum on how to restore to stock after bricking. I'm not installing any custom roms or kernels.
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The reason you are soft-bricking your phone is you are trying to lock the bootloader and your phone is not 100 percent stock. You installed a custom recovery (twrp) and rooted it with Magisk. Consider yourself, extremely, lucky you did not hard-brick your phone. Several people have hard-bricked their phone trying to lock the bootloader when they were not 100 percent stock.
Never ever try relocking bootloader with something "unofficial" like twrp and root installed! Things will get bad.
Just keep you bootloader unlocked, it's a life saviour when you have troubles with your phone because you can always recover it in case of brick. With a locked bootloader you cannot flash anything.
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Can anyone give me a detailed step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader, install TWRP as well as Magisk and then relock the bootloader. I followed several different sets of instructions to no avail, all I've end up doing is hard-bricking the phone. I'm not able to do a full wipe and reset following a guide in the forum on how to restore to stock after bricking. I'm not installing any custom roms or kernels.
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Any advice on how to fix and hard-bricked Pixel XL??? ?