Hello,
I want to use my A3 2017 with Oreo firmware and root, but without Google or Samsung account. With all the latest trouble around RMM lock and missing OEM unlock, is this still possible, and what is the best way to get there?
Currently the device is on stock Android 6.0.1 and the OEM unlock option is accessible. Normally my first step would be to update to stock Oreo, then flash TWRP, then Magisk. Now there is a big risk that OEM unlock will be missing after the update. To get OEM unlock back may require logging in with Google/Samsung account and waiting 7 days. Doing that will store Google account info in FRP, which will in turn be protected by RMM lock and so forth. I tried the "software update trick" for OEM unlock on an different device and it did not work, so I don't want to risk losing control of the A3 that I plan to prepare for use.
My goal is to never ever configure any account on the device. When the device is rooted I want to remove or disable all Samsung and Google services. Is that still possible, and how?
Thanks
do not update from ota , download the latest firmware from sammobile flash it then flash twrp then flash magisk from and the frp fix zip (i don't remember the name but search here and you'll find it) before the device boots and then you are good to go
edit: here https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4481843&d=1524258795
Hello, I need help. I can't get to the phone. Earlier removal of the lock code does not work.
I have the latest software version: N975FXXS3BTB9 ::
Please help Thanks:
nf88nfno3054 said:
Hello, I need help. I can't get to the phone. Earlier removal of the lock code does not work.
I have the latest software version: N975FXXS3BTB9 ::
Please help Thanks:
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If it is indeed the FRP lock then you have two options:
Input the last used google account information and password. Then perform a factory data reset to turn off the FRP lock
If you purchased or was given the phone contact the person whom you received it from and get the google account information. After entering the account and once your able to use the device perform a factory data reset to disable FRP lock
Otherwise no other help can be offered because the FRP lock is an anti-theft measure. If it was your google account last used and you don't remember your username/password then contact google for help. If you purchased or were given the device then you need to return it and/or get your back.
It is important to remember that when you sell/buy a phone (or give it to another person) it is important to always perform a factory data reset on the device. By performing a factory data reset you remove the google account information and disable the FRP lock.
Thank you, none of these options come into play. There is no way to get rid of this situation with this software? ;(.. Regards
nf88nfno3054 said:
Thank you, none of these options come into play. There is no way to get rid of this situation with this software? ;(.. Regards
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FRP lock is enabled because a google account was present on the phone. In order to remove the FRP lock you need to input the Google account information and perform a factory data reset after your able to access the settings menu.
Was it your google account information that was last used on the phone or someone else's?
Granted it would be helpful if you put a little more info on what it is your trying to do exactly with the phone and what happened leading up to the issue (example: Are you trying to flash firmware to it, are you trying to root it (if root exists for the model), did you buy the phone, did someone give it to you, etc)
It is plain clear that the device is from an unclear origin, a legally owned device can ALWAYS be serviced ultimately by samsung or carrier, whichever one does it in such or such country, when people says it is "imposible" then for sure, they have no legal proof of ownership
I just found that OP posted a similar situation in the honor 10 section, back in 2018, in which of course nobody offered help, as it looked suspicious
scottusa2008 said:
FRP lock is enabled because a google account was present on the phone. In order to remove the FRP lock you need to input the Google account information and perform a factory data reset after your able to access the settings menu.
Was it your google account information that was last used on the phone or someone else's?
Granted it would be helpful if you put a little more info on what it is your trying to do exactly with the phone and what happened leading up to the issue (example: Are you trying to flash firmware to it, are you trying to root it (if root exists for the model), did you buy the phone, did someone give it to you, etc)
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The phone had a google account, I did a hard reset. And the blockade popped out. I can go to the Samsung website but I will have to pay for this service. I wanted to rotate the device. I'm not a layman, I know a little about phones. However, this model had the latest firmware. I am not a thief and I have documents for this device.
winol said:
I just found that OP posted a similar situation in the honor 10 section, back in 2018, in which of course nobody offered help, as it looked suspicious
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The device is legally bought, I just do not want to go to the site and pay for removing the lock, it is an authorized service on this latest Android.
nf88nfno3054 said:
The phone had a google account, I did a hard reset. And the blockade popped out. I can go to the Samsung website but I will have to pay for this service. I wanted to rotate the device. I'm not a layman, I know a little about phones. However, this model had the latest firmware. I am not a thief and I have documents for this device.
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Factory data reset disables FRP lock. If that is what you did then you shouldn't be getting a prompt. Since you can't enter the Google account information it is apparent it was not your Google account last used.
Unfortunately having papers saying you bought it doesn't mean the phone was obtained legitimately. The person you got it from may not have had the right to sell it.
I suspect there is more going on here then meets the eye.
If Samsung said they really can fix it go that route.
The proper ways to get help with FRP lock have been posted.
Recover the Google account and log in as usual, or seek official help from Samsung. Any other means will not be discussed on XDA.
Purchased this phone in this condition. It is a US unlocked model SM-N975U1.
When the phone boots the screen immediately goes to locked screen stating "Phone locked: This phone can't be used without authorization (0001)". so I am unable to get into Dev. Options to look at anything.
From searching on here there are not a lot of solutions to get past this and the ones I have found involve flashing the Combo/Eng ROM which is not possible anymore without the Samsung token/permission. And on this phone I can't flash anything because of the KG Locked condition not allowing anything to be flashed. "All binaries are not allowed to be flashed due to KG Locked"
Does anybody know what can be done?
Ready to just swap out the main board and be done with it.
Thanks in advance.
Added pics but the site seems to be having problems showing them.
The only thing I can say to you, is this, problems as the one you are exposing here, always are somewhat unsolvable due to the device having a shady or dubious history, legally obtained devices, are always easy to fix by official channels, you will not get any help to unlock or crack the security of any device here in XDA
Hi all, I am new to Samsung phones. Long time HTC user. From what I have been reading on the forums the G986U US variants cannot easily be bootloader unlocked. Most of those posts are from 2020. I was wondering if there were anyways to unlock aside from the pay service SamPWND?
I usually root my phones so I can debloat and block ads (adaway). Normally install TWRP and Magisk. If I was to unlock the bootloader I have read that knox would be tripped. That would cause samsung pay and secure folder and things like netflix in hd to not work. Any other apps that would fail to function correctly? Will things like VOIP work? Banking apps?
I haven't turned on the phone yet, its new. Also read that updating to the latest software version also might cause problems for unlocking the bootloader. So I am just waiting to see if turning the phone on would cause cause some sort of auto update.
Thanks!
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What Baseband are you running?
Hello, I have a SAMSUNG GALAXY A50 (SM-A505FN / DS) (Android 11, A505FNXXU8CUE4, XEO - Poland) phone with FRP lock (phone is legal, no possibility to recover password on Google account), I am trying to remove FRP lock according to this guide :
In the ninth minute my problem begins, namely I need a second SAMSUNG phone, unfortunately I do not have a second SAMSUNG to access SAMSUNG account and back up the Alliance Shield X application and restore this application to a locked FRP phone.
Regards.
I have a request, I have a SAMSUNG account, if I share my SAMSUNG account with someone, can someone log into my SAMSUNG account on their SAMSUNG phone and only make copies of this Alliance Shield X app as per this guide?
Please help.
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Flash stock rom. Your problem will be solved. In future if you want to do something please enable OEM UNLOCK AND UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
neeraj5696 said:
Flash stock rom. Your problem will be solved. In future if you want to do something please enable OEM UNLOCK AND UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
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Changing the ROM will not solve my FRP problem.
I need someone to log into my SAMSUNG account on their SAMSUNG and make a copy of the Alliance Shield X app.
Try here https://www.ebay.com/itm/165158816322
He removed FRP from S20 for me for $13
All that Alliance Shield procedure was a big headache for me.