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I just got off the phone with tech support on the update and they said that it is being released the second half of june and could be out as soon as Monday but should be next week for sure. So are we being lied to again or is it for real this time. Someone else call and post there reponse please.
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Nobody at Verizon knows what the hell they're talking about.
The update will be out when it's out.
Hear, hear, KingWaffle! I call bullsh1t! They'er a bunch of lying jackasses at Verizon.
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Indeed. No one at Verizon knows what they are talking about when it comes to this. It may be released soon, yes, but it'll be to the soak test group.
I hope it is released and rooted before august.p, when I go overseas. I hope there is a fix for some of the gsm problems.
Try calling Motorola Support instead, see if they know the answer.
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Try calling Motorola Support instead, see if they know the answer.
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I've been watching the support forums for our phone and matt's not responding to answers.
https://supportforums.motorola.com/message/412036#412036
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He isn't really obliged to. He might just not have the data. As he already posted, he can't provide an ETA.
From what I understand its not going well for the x so im okay if they wait and get it right.
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Well 2nd half of June is over with.
I've heard it will come out after the DROID 3 is released this month.
check this.
check this.
http://support.vzw.com/pdf/system_update/droid_2_global.pdf
"..it will come but no specific dates has been reported for it yet. " <- from motorola
so as of now.. stock os is still 2.2 and phone sw version is 2.4.330.A956.Verizon.en.US
HTC confirms that the Sensation will receive an update to unlock the bootloader in August. Check out their twitter or facebook pages for more info.
http://m.facebook.com/notes/htc/update-on-bootloaders/10150305151453084?_rdr
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Awesome, pretty fast too Though course I would prefer faster. I also wonder if the T Mo unlock will be on August because if just says that it will be "later" after the global version!
Hmmmmm, just don't F it all up now HTC
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HTC confirms that the Sensation will receive an update to unlock the bootloader in August. Check out their twitter or facebook pages for more info.
http://m.facebook.com/notes/htc/update-on-bootloaders/10150305151453084?_rdr
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I'll check back in October...
Sounds good to me! HTC now could be held accountable with a time frame, none of this future update open time frame BS
In August..That will be nice..So the confirmed date has been released..We can get our best sensation after htc unlock it!
not holding my breath, especially for TMO units (friggin carriers >:/)...
teamw1n is still my definitive source for full root and S-OFF, i hope this news wont slow/cancel fre3dom dev
what about desire hd
Will carrier firmware mean that I can't get the upgrade to unlocked bootloader firmware or will I be able to force an update via some application on the PC?
Good to see they kept their promise. Now if the Htc Sensation gets Cyanogenmod then I may just buy one but at the moment the dirty old o2x may be my new phone this year.
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great news !!!!!
Nice im just glad mine is unbranded and i dont have to wait for carriers as well.
htc did the right thing by providing a unlocked bootloader.
this should be the way to go,supporting the dev community so that they can adopt good ideas into their products.
i cannot say the same for dell though...
We'll continue rolling out the unlocking capability over time to other devices as part of maintenance releases and new shipments.
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Hmm... I wonder when they wrote this, do they also imply that they might unlock bootloaders for phones such as Desire?
Bootloader Unlock for HTC Desire HD
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what about desire hd
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Apparently this is also coming soon:
androidforums [dot] com/desire-hd-all-things-root/371044-htc-response-unlock-bootloader-desire-hd.html
Funny that Verizon doesn't have a phone on that list. I wonder whos fault is.
Key phrases in this memo:
'SUPPORT bootloader unlocking'
'BEGIN'
'followed by..........'
'EXPECT'
'EARLY SEPTEMBER'
'SOFTWARE UPDATES'.
This announcement has obviuosly been SCRUBBED by HTC legal. They just created a ****ton of loopholes for themselves, and gave themselves a LOT more time. We need to realize that the way they worded this sets it up to where we'll have to accept OTAs BEFORE the whole 'unlocking capability' is updated.
Not thrilled.
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This is fantastic news. Got an unbranded S4G last week (first Android phone) after waiting 6 weeks to upgrade and now I can look forward to learning about kernals and the rest (i hope lol). Not sure i can do that seeing as I'm merely a noob, but i'll give it a try Cheers HTC and, more importantly, XDA-Devs!!
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Key phrases in this memo:
'SUPPORT bootloader unlocking'
'BEGIN'
'followed by..........'
'EXPECT'
'EARLY SEPTEMBER'
'SOFTWARE UPDATES'.
This announcement has obviuosly been SCRUBBED by HTC legal. They just created a ****ton of loopholes for themselves, and gave themselves a LOT more time. We need to realize that the way they worded this sets it up to where we'll have to accept OTAs BEFORE the whole 'unlocking capability' is updated.
Not thrilled.
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I totally agree with the quoted post above. Their statement is pure Legalese. To me this just sets up the scenario where a portion of the globe is given first the ability to unlock the boatloader and then sometime later the ability to use the capability to unlock the boatloader. No real precise time frames for either one. HTC states that The US Senation 4g is to follow with no real time frame and then sometime perhaps in latter part of Sept the capability to use the unlock boatloader update. They also did not mention which year, I am betting on Dec 12 of 2011.
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I am seeing December 2011 for just having the ability to unlock and feb of 2012 to actually be have the capability to unlock the boatloader.
If you believe they will unlock it next month your smoking crack, i gaurentee they won't talk is cheap. I hope they prove me wrong but i doubt it.
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**UPDATE 7/10**
We wanted to provide an update on HTC’s progress with bringing bootloader unlocking to our newest phones. We know how excited some of you are for this capability, and we’ve put significant resources behind making this change as soon as possible. While we wish we could flip a simple switch and unlock all bootloaders across our device portfolio, this is actually a complex challenge that requires a new software build and extensive testing to deliver the best possible customer experience.
We’re thrilled to announce today that software updates to support bootloader unlocking will begin rolling out in August for the global HTC Sensation, followed by the HTC Sensation 4G on T-Mobile USA and the HTC EVO 3D on Sprint. We’re in the testing phase for the unlocking capability now, and we expect it to be fully operational by early September for devices that have received the software updates. We'll continue rolling out the unlocking capability over time to other devices as part of maintenance releases and new shipments.
HTC continues its commitment to unlocking bootloaders and supporting the developer community. Because of the importance of this community to us, please expect an update on this about every few weeks as we make progress toward launch. Thank you for your patience and continued support!
Source: http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150305151453084
I don't know about you guys, but I'm disappointed at the fact that we have to wait so much for this to happen I hope the devs do it first
I've learned my lesson and will be getting the next Nexus. I miss ROM-flashing.
Juste see that via Twitter, good news
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Good news..Can't wait to flash roms!
I am glad they have finally officially said something. All the immature posts flooding their Facebook wall annoy me. Although, they will probably still go on.
It's stupid to have to wait 2 months to make our phones really OURS. I'm disappointed about that.
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DATE is all I needed.
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AWESOME!
Is the Bell Sensation a global sensation?
i.mac said:
AWESOME!
Is the Bell Sensation a global sensation?
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I think by global they mean unbranded.
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I think by global they mean unbranded.
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Oh yeah, makes sense.
Technically speaking, wouldn't devs be able to take the first update unlocking the international phone and use it to attempt to unlock the branded versions before they get the official release?
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nice. very good to hear
mouzaihem said:
Technically speaking, wouldn't devs be able to take the first update unlocking the international phone and use it to attempt to unlock the branded versions before they get the official release?
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Probably, probably not. I was looking yesterday at the Atrix forums, and i tihnk AT&T Atrix's could have their bootloaders unlocked, while Bell Atrix's couldn't. So we'll see when the time comes. :/
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Technically speaking, wouldn't devs be able to take the first update unlocking the international phone and use it to attempt to unlock the branded versions before they get the official release?
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I should hope so, but who knows what wrenches HTC/Phone Providers might be able to throw into the mix.
I'm still more thrilled about a possible XDA unlock than by an HTC unlockm which could and in all likelihood will come with some sort of strings, warranty voiding ones, attached.
It's good to know that HTC isn't backing away from the promised unlocked bootloader. It's just a matter of time.
I would like to thank so many people for this:
I would like to thank my mom, dad, sister. Without you guys I wouldn't have the patience to go through with all of this.
I would also like to thank the big man: Carl!
mouzaihem said:
Technically speaking, wouldn't devs be able to take the first update unlocking the international phone and use it to attempt to unlock the branded versions before they get the official release?
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Don't think so. Any kind of modification to the update package would break the attached signature.
Kinda disappointed for the long wait...
Now let's see how many times this gets reposted
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I really don't get some people. For weeks countless people have been whinging that HTC have not set a time frame for our bootlockers to be unlocked, now today HTC make an announcement setting a time frame and people still whinge.
We all bought the phone knowing that the bootlocker is locked with the understanding that in time it will be unlocked. Which is what HTC is doing. Personally I would rather wait until after extensive testing for the update to hopefully work correctly instead of a rushed update full of bugs.
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I really don't get some people. For weeks countless people have been whinging that HTC have not set a time frame for our bootlockers to be unlocked, now today HTC make an announcement setting a time frame and people still whinge.
We all bought the phone knowing that the bootlocker is locked with the understanding that in time it will be unlocked. Which is what HTC is doing. Personally I would rather wait until after extensive testing for the update to hopefully work correctly instead of a rushed update full of bugs.
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I bought the phone knowing it was going to be unlocked one day. However, never owning an HTC device before, I quickly noticed how big of a drag Sense really was. The in store demos don't really work enough since it's not like you're going to login and customize everything. But once I had everything up and running I REALLY saw how much I prefered the stock experience. So I put the phone to it's side and kept the Nexus One as my daily driver.
However, with this announcement of unlocked bootloaders I will not return my phone like I previously thought.
Trying to get some direct answers for everyone, feel free to set up an account and join in and help me out.
https://supportforums.motorola.com/message/518489#518489
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Trying to get some direct answers for everyone, feel free to set up an account and join in and help me out.
https://supportforums.motorola.com/message/518489#518489
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Good luck with that. Ive been there since I got my A2 and havent gotten anything in the way of a direct answer about anything, let alone even a response from Motorola. I have gotten some useful answers about various things from other users there though, but if ur wanting to know about ICS or any updates/fixes in the works for us, dont hold your breath!
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I'm not so much worried with ICS right now as the source code was just recently released, it will take a couple of months before it even starts seeing the devices they have stated will get it if not longer. What i would wanted to know was about any updates and their stance on unlocking the bootloader.
They said they havnt heard of any updates and it was up to AT&T on unlocking the bootloader. Which sounds to me just like the run a around the Vivid owners are getting from both HTC and AT&T. No one is confessing and just a bunch of finger pointing. But with that said they(Vivid Owners) are putting up some pressure and if they see results we may have to do the same thing!
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I'm not so much worried with ICS right now as the source code was just recently released, it will take a couple of months before it even starts seeing the devices they have stated will get it if not longer. What i would wanted to know was about any updates and their stance on unlocking the bootloader.
They said they havnt heard of any updates and it was up to AT&T on unlocking the bootloader. Which sounds to me just like the run a around the Vivid owners are getting from both HTC and AT&T. No one is confessing and just a bunch of finger pointing. But with that said they(Vivid Owners) are putting up some pressure and if they see results we may have to do the same thing!
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Yeah, that doesn't fly for me cause AT&T sells the SGSII Skyrocket and it's bootloader is unlocked. So clearly, just having an unlocked bootloader doesn't leave the carrier vulnerable so i'm calling bs. Has to be Motorola!
Well I'm trying to bust AT&T's chops now via Twitter. We'll see how this goes.....
Have the Razr been unlocked yet?
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No. Verizon has the Droid version locked down tight. The international phone is seeing a little progress but its still locked as well
Where can I see the international at?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1363
Look fir the posts with [GSM] in them. That is what they are calling the international version
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1363
Look fir the posts with [GSM] in them. That is what they are calling the international version
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Alright thanks ill see what they have. Once they get it unlocked wont be long till we can.
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Yea that's what I'm hoping. They are pretty sure that when the RZR receives ICS that it will be unlocked. I'm hoping the same for us but hopefully sooner!
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Yea that's what I'm hoping. They are pretty sure that when the RZR receives ICS that it will be unlocked. I'm hoping the same for us but hopefully sooner!
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Yeah hopefully sooner! Just the thought of a phone with a locked bootloader makes me sick! Just look at the Vivid forums!
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Yea there were several that swapped the A2 to get the Vivid just to be stuck in the same situation. That new white Skyrocket looks nice but if the screen isn't ant better then the SGII or Infuse its just a shame cause other then the screen it really is a nice phone.
Vivid is close to a unlock because of the rezound is almost unlocked. And reports say the new skyrocket fixed the color problem
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Like the title states, Samsung will be releasing a Verizon Developer Edition GSIII with Unlockable Bootloader. Thoughts? Comments? Curse words?
I mainly want to know, will this impact our data plan if we purchase this product.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-offer-hacker-friendly-developer-edition-galaxy-s-iii?utm_source=ac&utm_medium=twitter
This pisses me off even more than the bootloader being locked in the first place. Not only would I have to sell my normal S3, I'd have to wait for one of the developer ones, most likely with a tiny stock, to ship to me. I don't know how Samsung could possibly think this is a valid solution after the majority of people who want to hack their phone bought it when it came out.
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Like the title states, Samsung will be releasing a Verizon Developer Edition GSIII with Unlockable Bootloader. Thoughts? Comments? Curse words?
I mainly want to know, will this impact our data plan if we purchase this product.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsu...galaxy-s-iii?utm_source=ac&utm_medium=twitter
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I want to know how soon it will be available. I would gladly sell my new S3 on Ebay to buy an unlocked one.
Any chance this could help people on here unlock the bootloader on the VZW S3?
I'm also slightly skeptical of this. I don't see this anywhere else but on some blogs. I can't find anything official from Samsung.
Hmm, according to CNet, Samsung sent this out as an email. That could be why there's no official release.
I also don't see that you can currently buy anything from http://developer.samsung.com
Ahh, verified https://twitter.com/SamsungJohn/status/222832375422402560
What a pile of steaming ****.
**** you, Verizon.
it should be noted guys that hardware wise its prolly gunna be the same.. ergo flashing the low level partitions will prolly "convert" ya
im just saying that based on speculation..
When?!
That's the question I have.
Also, will it have all the vzw junk and the annoying notification spam?
Can't wait for the answers.
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This is the most annoying frustrating thing. Do I return the phone before the 14 days are up now? I don't really want to spend double on the exact same phone... F u Verizon.
This could be good news for us. Looks like Samsung is getting some heat from us. I say keep the calls to Samsung going and also the facebook comments going. I keep telling that I'm returning because of this. They don't want to hear this..... Keep going guys...
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This is absolutely disgusting.
I don't know why people support this, or why people are assuming we'll magically be able to flash the developer firmware/bootloader to our standard Verizon Galaxy S3s.
Haven't read into it yet but is this version only available unsubsidized? Or can it be purchased at a subsidized price if I haven't upgraded yet?
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ExodusC said:
This is absolutely disgusting.
I don't know why people support this, or why people are assuming we'll magically be able to flash the developer firmware/bootloader to our standard Verizon Galaxy S3s.
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i would imagine that shot is at me, like i said just guessing i dont see any reason why not.
using something like dd to write every single partition to another device and basically "clone it" would then bypass the checks for certain software.
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i would imagine that shot is at me, like i said just guessing i dont see any reason why not.
using something like dd to write every single partition to another device and basically "clone it" would then bypass the checks for certain software.
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No, that wasn't directed at you or anyone in particular- I was more referring to the tons of support the model was getting in the IRC channel.
I don't understand it, because I seriously doubt it will help.
It's possible, but I'm really doubting it.
Regardless, unless it does prove as a method for allowing consumer-level devices to be unlocked, it is practically useless to almost all Galaxy S3 owners on Verizon.
I'm not bashing anyone, I'm just disgusted Samsung and/or Verizon would think this is an okay alternative.
Also, how about all that "unlocked devices will hurt the network" stuff from Verizon? I believe there's a bit of a contradiction here.
Edit: Just restating, no hard feelings towards you, shabbypenguin, or anyone else, it just blows my mind Samsung and Verizon would pull this.
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Haven't read into it yet but is this version only available unsubsidized? Or can it be purchased at a subsidized price if I haven't upgraded yet?
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You'll be buying directly from Samsung so there will be no subsidy. You'd have to sell your Verizon-bought phone and use the cash for this if you want to do it on the cheap.
So basically the phone doesn't come with a warranty why offer warranty on a phone that people want to hack Verizon u piss me off I'm on sprint and I probably hate Verizon for doing this just as much as u guys
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Giving my locked GS3 to my wife.
Well this will make my wife happy. As soon as the developer version is available I'm going to get it and give the locked GS3 I just got today to my wife.
One question though, assuming the locked version can be unlocked, does that mean development for both devices will be the same? Or is it possible that they will have to have separate development?
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So basically the phone doesn't come with a warranty why offer warranty on a phone that people want to hack Verizon u piss me off I'm on sprint and I probably hate Verizon for doing this just as much as u guys
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Every device has a warranty, until you unlock it. Technically. And unless they can see that it was ever unlocked when you lock it back up...it's all good
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756483
it worked!! lol j/k
Good bye unlimited to those who still had it. I'm going to ride out the one I have. Guess they will need to add another developer area for these devices.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756483
it worked!! lol j/k
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Haha! On a serious note, are you going to purchase this Developer Edition GSIII? I read the original article as I was waiting in line at Fed Ex to pick up my GSIII. I am seriously thinking of returning my GSIII and getting this.