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Ok, I tried about every method and every stock rom I found on the net in order to relock the bootloader for my XT1922-3. And whenever I try to lock or unlock the bootloader I get the message "invalid boot state" and the next line read "OKAY". The bootloader remains unlocked. Bootloader shows "flashing_unlocked". Please, can anybody help me? I really don't know what else to do.
There's no point in relocking it plain and simple that's why you haven't found anything about it. Even if you do relock it for the purposes of trying to trick Moto it literally tells them in the logcats it's been bootloader unlocked. Also once you request the key and use it it voids the warranty which Moto also knows about. If your trying to sell it just be honest and tell the person it's bootloader unlocked but it doesn't effect the phones performance
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There's no point in relocking it plain and simple that's why you haven't found anything about it. Even if you do relock it for the purposes of trying to trick Moto it literally tells them in the logcats it's been bootloader unlocked. Also once you request the key and use it it voids the warranty which Moto also knows about. If your trying to sell it just be honest and tell the person it's bootloader unlocked but it doesn't effect the phones performance
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I was just worried that something has gone wrong while unlocking. Thanks for the reply!
It should be possible to re-lock it like this (connect to PC in (stock) recovery mode --> fastboot oem lock begin --> flash stock ROM --> fastboot oem lock).
Also according to Motorola.
However it doesn't work on my device (XT1922-3). It returns confirmation messages with no single error, but it seems to ignore the command as the bootloader is still unlocked and still allows flashing other ROMS. I haven't seen anyone who succeeded in re-locking their Moto G6, except this person, although the same method is used.
General info:
- Motorola claims that just requesting an unlock code already voids the warranty (boooh!), except for the so called "Developer Editions". This however is a false statement if you bought your device in Europe, even if your bootloader is unlocked and have a custom ROM installed (they are required to follow the EU directives which means they can only withdraw the warranty on this basis when they can proof that the damage is caused by the custom software). I don't know about other regions.
- When unlocking a Motorola-device, it will be permanently detectible that it has been unlocked, even if you re-lock it afterwards. I've read that they use eFuses for this (clearing a value (possibly outside the partitions) or in some cases physically burn a small fuse). For restoring an eFuse you would need to know its initial value and set it again (generally not possible through known interfaces like USB,...).
FeeMale said:
It should be possible to re-lock it like this (connect to PC in (stock) recovery mode --> fastboot oem lock begin --> flash stock ROM --> fastboot oem lock).
Also according to Motorola.
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Motorola doesn't even provide stock images for the XT1922 on their unlock support page. I assume they simply don't want users to relock their devices
However it doesn't work on my device (XT1922-3). It returns confirmation messages with no single error, but it seems to ignore the command as the bootloader is still unlocked and still allows flashing other ROMS. I haven't seen anyone who succeeded in re-locking their Moto G6, except this person, although the same method is used.
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So, giving the person making that statement the benefit of the doubt, s/he probably didn't unlock an XT1922-3.
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- Motorola claims that just requesting an unlock code already voids the warranty (boooh!), except for the so called "Developer Editions". This however is a false statement if you bought your device in Europe, even if your bootloader is unlocked and have a custom ROM installed (they are required to follow the EU directives which means they can only withdraw the warranty on this basis when they can proof that the damage is caused by the custom software). I don't know about other regions.
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This. And there are people saying the EU is a bad thing in general
- When unlocking a Motorola-device, it will be permanently detectible that it has been unlocked, even if you re-lock it afterwards. I've read that they use eFuses for this (clearing a value (possibly outside the partitions) or in some cases physically burn a small fuse). For restoring an eFuse you would need to know its initial value and set it again (generally not possible through known interfaces like USB,...).
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Yup, Motorola, help users void their warranties outside the EU by not letting them relock again. Way to go, guys and gals
Thanks for the insightful post, FeeMale, much appreciated :good:
Atyth said:
Motorola doesn't even provide stock images for the XT1922 on their unlock support page. I assume they simply don't want users to relock their devices
So, giving the person making that statement the benefit of the doubt, s/he probably didn't unlock an XT1922-3.
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This. And there are people saying the EU is a bad thing in general
Yup, Motorola, help users void their warranties outside the EU by not letting them relock again. Way to go, guys and gals
Thanks for the insightful post, FeeMale, much appreciated :good:
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What? Why would they let you "re do" your warranty, when they tell you it's void as soon as you request an unlock code ? You can do all manner of stupid crap to brick your phone with an unlocked bootloader.
It allows you to try to flash the wrong firmware, to downgrade sensitive partitions (bootloader, gpt, etc) which would bork security updates and all manner of crap as well as bricking.
And they should allow you to re-lock and indiscriminately let you just warranty and rma your stupid mistakes?
We all wish they would but...
You know the risk when you unlock. They clearly tell you on Motorola's web site, as well as all posts on XDA that show you how to unlock your bootloader.
And you think you got cheated somehow? Geez.
Follow their rules if you want your warranty. End of story.
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What? Why would they let you "re do" your warranty, when they tell you it's void as soon as you request an unlock code ?
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Did someone mentioned they should do this? (Re/un)locking the bootloader and warranty are two different things.
You can do all manner of stupid crap to brick your phone with an unlocked bootloader.
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Reality is that in 99%+ of the cases bricking a phone is done by dropping it in water or on hard surfaces,....
It allows you to try to flash the wrong firmware, to downgrade sensitive partitions (bootloader, gpt, etc) which would bork security updates and all manner of crap as well as bricking.
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In reality mostly the opposit happens. Many users with stock ROM and locked bootloaders are exposed to potential security risks, because they're not getting updates anymore after a while, or none at all (Motorola = 2 years). An unlocked bootloader and optionally a custom ROM can solve this.
And they should allow you to re-lock and indiscriminately let you just warranty and rma your stupid mistakes?
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As said before: a faulty screen, mic, button, speaker, mainboard,... has generally nothing to do with an unlocked bootloader.
We all wish they would but...
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It's not a wish anymore where I live. Off course, as said before: in the case the custom software broke your phone, you cannot make use of your warranty. I don't think anyone disagreed on that?
You know the risk when you unlock. They clearly tell you on Motorola's web site, as well as all posts on XDA that show you how to unlock your bootloader.
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Motorola smartphones are quite unique in this matter. My other phone didn't had a locked bootloader by default. I'm more secure with the latest Lineage OS than the older stock ROM. And this doesn't void warranty, even if bought in the US. Laptops/PCs all have unlocked bootloaders. Using custom software shouldn't void warranty. It's not so strange…
And you think you got cheated somehow? Geez.
Follow their rules if you want your warranty. End of story.
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This is your advice/opinion. Everyone is free to have different ones
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Did someone mentioned they should do this? (Re/un)locking the bootloader and warranty are two different things.
It's not a wish anymore where I live. Off course, as said before: in the case the custom software broke your phone, you cannot make use of your warranty. I don't think anyone disagreed on that?
Motorola smartphones are quite unique in this matter. My other phone didn't had a locked bootloader by default. I'm more secure with the latest Lineage OS than the older stock ROM. And this doesn't void warranty, even if bought in the US. Laptops/PCs all have unlocked bootloaders. Using custom software shouldn't void warranty. It's not so strange…
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Yup, fortunately for us, here in the EU consumers still have rights. Motorola can put whatever they want in their policies, but these don't trump our rights. IMO it's a strange - even dangerous - statement that anyone needs to agree to the biddings of a private company to keep their warranty. This warranty is granted us by LAW. Why would anyone argue in the favour of a large private enterprise anyway? We need to be protected from them, not the other way around.
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Yup, fortunately for us, here in the EU consumers still have rights. Motorola can put whatever they want in their policies, but these don't trump our rights. IMO it's a strange - even dangerous - statement that anyone needs to agree to the biddings of a private company to keep their warranty. This warranty is granted us by LAW. Why would anyone argue in the favour of a large private enterprise anyway? We need to be protected from them, not the other way around.
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It's the same in the US. It falls under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975, which was ruled to apply to smart phones in 2015 by the FTC. We can run 3rd party software all day long and it doesn't void the warranty. You root and the headphone jack craps out? It's covered. You root, run an overclocked kernel and burn up the cpu? Then they'd have to prove that whatever you did, broke the phone in order to void the warranty. If they can't, they gotta replace it. They won't even look into it at that rate. It isn't worth the cost of litigation. It's cheaper to just send you a new one.
Hello,
I just found out that the US version of the phone is currently unrootable. My question is, is it impossible to root the device or is it just that people haven't discovered a way how?
Yes its possible. But currently afaik the group that knows how to unlock the bootloader is selling "the service". You have to wait the method to be released.
Can read about it here https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ment/recovery-twrp-galaxy-s20-series-t4157901
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Yes its possible. But currently afaik the group that knows how to unlock the bootloader is selling "the service". You have to wait the method to be released.
Can read about it here https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ment/recovery-twrp-galaxy-s20-series-t4157901
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to add, the "paid service" as you call it is related to tokens which are device specific and need to be signed and generated via server similar to factory tokens or other IMEI type services provided by other sites/businesses.
It essentially sets device to allow custom firmware which means BL is unlocked.
With that being said, due to the nature of said service there is no "method" that will be released as theres nothing to release. It doesnt involve any sort of "exploit" that can be reversed or replicated. If there is ever that type of exploit (I wouldnt count on it) then I'm sure it would be released but I wouldn't hold your breath.
Furthermore this has been mentioned, discussed and tossed around for months
Can i use the u1 firmware on xfinity locked variant and have the network unlock code appear?
I to have a sm-f926u and would like to unlock from xfinity. Any info on this. I've been burned three times by different unlocking services. I've came here to search what I can do and what's available. Please help.
You can absolutely flash the U1 firmware on any U device. But that won't unlock your SIM. The U1 firmware was intended to be a bloat free software for the factory unlocked devices. It was never intended as a means to unlock the device.
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You can absolutely flash the U1 firmware on any U device. But that won't unlock your SIM. The U1 firmware was intended to be a bloat free software for the factory unlocked devices. It was never intended as a means to unlock the device.
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How would one unlock the device?
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How would one unlock the device?
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Ideally through your carrier. If they won't then you'll have to pay a 3rd party to do it and hope it works
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Ideally through your carrier. If they won't then you'll have to pay a 3rd party to do it and hope it works
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I've tried this with three different 3rd parties. I guess I'm picking scammer ones. Any advice on a trustworthy one?
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I've tried this with three different 3rd parties. I guess I'm picking scammer ones. Any advice on a trustworthy one?
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I don't I'm sorry. I buy mine unlocked direct from Samsung for that very reason.
NateH38654 said:
I to have a sm-f926u and would like to unlock from xfinity. Any info on this. I've been burned three times by different unlocking services. I've came here to search what I can do and what's available. Please help.
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You don't need a 3rd party unlock service if your Xfinity Mobile phone is paid in full, and have had the phone for over one month.
https://www.xfinity.com/mobile/support/article/how-to-unlock-android-phone
You can request an unlock from them via online chat, although it is better if you go to the store and get the code from them, for the reason below.
Long story made shorter, the unlock code that Xfinity provided for my Note 9 did not work, so I went to the store, and they used the 'Unfreeze' code (which is supposed to reset the unlock code entry counter, as the phone is permanently locked to the carrier after 3 incorrect attempts) which removed the SIM lock. I didn't use the unlock code on my Wife's Note 9, instead opting to use the Unfreeze code that I asked the agent at the store to provide instead.
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You can absolutely flash the U1 firmware on any U device. But that won't unlock your SIM. The U1 firmware was intended to be a bloat free software for the factory unlocked devices. It was never intended as a means to unlock the device.
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Can network unlock code prompt show up even if I convert from U to U1?
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Can network unlock code prompt show up even if I convert from U to U1?
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You will likely need to stay on U firmware to get the network unlock prompt.
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You will likely need to stay on U firmware to get the network unlock prompt.
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Alright thanks buddy.
Is there a way to flash unlock google global version firmware onto the Verizon pixel 6 pro without root/unlock bootloader like there use to be. Can't believe nobody has asked this yer
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Is there a way to flash unlock google global version firmware onto the Verizon pixel 6 pro without root/unlock bootloader like there use to be. Can't believe nobody has asked this yer
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Haven't tried it yet, but I'm assuming the Android Flash Tool would work.
Android Flash Tool
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Haven't tried it yet, but I'm assuming the Android Flash Tool would work.
Android Flash Tool
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Also, just to confirm there is no bootloader unlock for Verizon version right
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Also, just to confirm there is no bootloader unlock for Verizon version right
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Correct, and likely never will have bootloader unlock (for this or any future Verizon phone) except perhaps paying someone to do so once anyone figures out some way to hack it. I wouldn't hold my breath, though. The only way in the past has been by vulnerabilities/hacks, or the one time Verizon accidentally let those on Android 7.10 on the Pixel 1 the ability to toggle OEM Unlocking, but they patched it in Android 7.11.
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Is there a way to flash unlock google global version firmware onto the Verizon pixel 6 pro without root/unlock bootloader like there use to be. Can't believe nobody has asked this yer
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Unless you'll be using the device on an international carrier Google doesn't compile for, there's no reason to do so that I'm aware of, as the images aren't for branded devices, but for the carrier the device is being used on.
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Unless you'll be using the device on an international carrier Google doesn't compile for, there's no reason to do so that I'm aware of, as the images aren't for branded devices, but for the carrier the device is being used on.
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I need the unlocked version from Google store. I still have a Verizon security check on the phone and I bought it unlocked from best buy... So that is the reason. I want to know if I can flash Google store stock firmware on this phone?
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I need the unlocked version from Google store. I still have a Verizon security check on the phone and I bought it unlocked from best buy... So that is the reason. I want to know if I can flash Google store stock firmware on this phone?
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You can only flash a full firmware image with the bootloader unlocked, however you should be able to flash the OTA update required (you could also use Google's online Android Flash Tool).
AFAIK, there is no difference in the firmware between the unlocked vs branded devices besides bloatware from the carrier.
My understanding of the different images Google has compiled for specific carriers has to do with tweaks to the radio software and/or how the firmware interacts with the radio to ensure the best possible experience across carriers.
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You can only flash a full firmware image with the bootloader unlocked, however you should be able to flash the OTA update required (you could also use Google's online Android Flash Tool).
AFAIK, there is no difference in the firmware between the unlocked vs branded devices besides bloatware from the carrier.
My understanding of the different images Google has compiled for specific carriers has to do with tweaks to the radio software and/or how the firmware interacts with the radio to ensure the best possible experience across carriers.
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Well I've got a best buy unlocked version and yes I can unlock bootloader no problem and still getting a Verizon security check on hotspot which is the reason for me needing different firmware on phone. So I'll go ahead and unlock the bootloader if you can point me in the direction links of information on the flash tool and firmware I'm looking for that would be great. I want the global firmware unlocked for pixel 6 pro link
Here's the image.
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Here's the image.
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That's likely not going to go away with the Global image since the only differences between the images have to do with how the radios communicate with the arbitrary carrier [AFAIK]. If you're using Verizon, the Verizon image is the correct image to use.
For your issue, there are ways to get around it, possibly via the build.prop, but if not, then likely via a Magisk module.
The last Pixel I had before the 6 Pro was the Pixel XL and tethering up until then was controlled via a true/false [1/0] value within the build.prop, however that may have changed, but tethering is software-controlled, not radio-controlled.
Full firmware image (instructions) vs OTA image (instructions)
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Well I've got a best buy unlocked version and yes I can unlock bootloader no problem and still getting a Verizon security check on hotspot which is the reason for me needing different firmware on phone. So I'll go ahead and unlock the bootloader if you can point me in the direction links of information on the flash tool and firmware I'm looking for that would be great. I want the global firmware unlocked for pixel 6 pro link
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I'm not entirely sure what you mean by Verizon security check. Do you have Verizon as your provider? If so then you're out of luck no matter what firmware you flash, hotspot will cost you. I'm not sure about what happens if you root though but that's a horse of another color. Lots of threads on bypassing hotspot restrictions if you have root.
This security check does not happen if you buy directly from Google store, so I need that firmware serial number and download file with how to flash it on my device.
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This security check does not happen if you buy directly from Google store, so I need that firmware serial number and download file with how to flash it on my device.
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Please see my prior comment
roirraW edor ehT said:
Correct, and likely never will have bootloader unlock (for this or any future Verizon phone) except perhaps paying someone to do so once anyone figures out some way to hack it. I wouldn't hold my breath, though. The only way in the past has been by vulnerabilities/hacks, or the one time Verizon accidentally let those on Android 7.10 on the Pixel 1 the ability to toggle OEM Unlocking, but they patched it in Android 7.11.
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That was awesome...
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This security check does not happen if you buy directly from Google store, so I need that firmware serial number and download file with how to flash it on my device.
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This isn't even a security check? Did you read the pop up? It clearly states to call customer service to subscribe and activate the hotspot. If you don't pay for hotspot, it won't work.... Also, if you bought the unlocked version from Best Buy.. then it is unlocked... There is no other software to flash. However, if you bought (which I'm sure you did) the Verizon version from Best Buy then it is a carried branded device, and it is unfortunately not unlocked straight from Google.
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This isn't even a security check? Did you read the pop up? It clearly states to call customer service to subscribe and activate the hotspot. If you don't pay for hotspot, it won't work.... Also, if you bought the unlocked version from Best Buy.. then it is unlocked... There is no other software to flash. However, if you bought (which I'm sure you did) the Verizon version from Best Buy then it is a carried branded device, and it is unfortunately not unlocked straight from Google.
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It is a security check, I promise you. I've had the pixels in the past and bad the same issue I'll show you that when I flash this unlocked firmware from Google store I guarantee you the security check or please subscribe will not pop up and will allow me to enable hotpsot
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It is a security check, I promise you. I've had the pixels in the past and bad the same issue I'll show you that when I flash this unlocked firmware from Google store I guarantee you the security check or please subscribe will not pop up and will allow me to enable hotpsot
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Have you tried to install global firmware on verizon Pixel?
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This isn't even a security check? Did you read the pop up? It clearly states to call customer service to subscribe and activate the hotspot. If you don't pay for hotspot, it won't work.... Also, if you bought the unlocked version from Best Buy.. then it is unlocked... There is no other software to flash. However, if you bought (which I'm sure you did) the Verizon version from Best Buy then it is a carried branded device, and it is unfortunately not unlocked straight from Google.
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It's a config file security check on carriers who charge separately for the ability to tether and has nothing to do with a carrier lock - if the device is bootloader unlocked, this could be bypassed previously
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Have you tried to install global firmware on verizon Pixel?
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Please see prior comment
No matter what I do I can't get the oem option in debug settings. I've tried changing date and time, factory resetting, and wiping cache. Nothing is working.... I have no idea what to do now. Is there some other way?
OEM Unlocking is not available on all devices. If you bought your phone through a carrier, it's possible that they specified OEM unlocking be disabled.
If you're certain it should be available, make sure your device is connected to the Internet, and check for software updates. You don't necessarily need to update, you just want to make sure your device checks with the servers.
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V0latyle said:
OEM Unlocking is not available on all devices. If you bought your phone through a carrier, it's possible that they specified OEM unlocking be disabled.
If you're certain it should be available, make sure your device is connected to the Internet, and check for software updates. You don't necessarily need to update, you just want to make sure your device checks with the servers.
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I recently bought it unlocked through bestbuy. No carrier is attached to it either. So it’s in it’s original unlocked state
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I recently bought it unlocked through bestbuy. No carrier is attached to it either. So it’s in it’s original unlocked state
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Carrier lock =/= OEM unlock. "Unlocked" in most cases means it's not locked to a particular carrier, so you should be able to use it on any compatible network. OEM Unlocking is completely different and means the bootloader can be unlocked to flash custom images. If OEM Unlocking is not available after connecting to the Internet and checking for a software update, it most likely isn't possible.
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I recently bought it unlocked through bestbuy. No carrier is attached to it either. So it’s in it’s original unlocked state
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United states devices DO NOT support OEM Unlocking, no matter what you do you will never succeed, unless you find a bug or exploit to do so, so I would recommend next time getting an international phone instead of a US Variant samsung phone.