Database Info

Will Motorola know?

I am having issues with my Xoom connecting to the VZ Network and they want me to send it to Moto for repair. I am able to flash the stock .img files and relock the device, but will they be able to tell that I rooted or will I be ok if I fastboot oem lock?

If you run the SBF it will relock in and return it to stock. They should not be able to tell.

bwcorvus said:
If you run the SBF it will relock in and return it to stock. They should not be able to tell.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks. Was actually just thinking SBF and am doing that atm. i jsut noticed when you relock it says something about a token and wasnt sure if this was something that told them I was unlocked at one time or another.

jmc2543 said:
i jsut noticed when you relock it says something about a token and wasnt sure if this was something that told them I was unlocked at one time or another.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Likely just a install token or a unique device token to help with identification ect...

Ok heres an issue im having now. I have the stock 3.0 android on the device and it is unlocked but not rooted. Whenever I go to flash the SBF I flash the everest one first then after it has me reboot and passes I disconnect and reconnect the Xoom then run the VZW firmware one. It gets to the BP Passthrough and fails to switch the device to it. Someone had this issue that was in the sbf post but they uninstalled/reinstalled the drivers and it works fine. I am also, like them running Win 7 X64, and cant get it to work.

[Q][solved] device not avaiable unlock bootloader

Hello, my moto g is a locked bootloader, if I change the rom it, I'll get it unlock?

You have to unlock the bootloader first from here if you have a Moto G https://motorola-global-portal.cust...e/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a/action/auth.

Yea in order to install a ROM you have unlock the bootloader, and no installing a custom ROM won't unlock it you have to use the site above to unlock it. If you have a phone locked to any tariff like T-Mobile you won't be able to unlock it even if you unlock the Sim due to the addictions in the software and you will get a message "device not available" or something like this. So you can use guides available on the internet to solve this.
?
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda app-developers app

hello, i have a rom americamovil Brazil, and my intention was to try to put a retail rom through fastboot, it would be possible,? and I could unlock the bootloader so putting a rom? I've been on the motorola site and tried to unlock my and gave that was not possible.

lobotwister said:
hello, i have a rom americamovil Brazil, and my intention was to try to put a retail rom through fastboot, it would be possible,? and I could unlock the bootloader so putting a rom? I've been on the motorola site and tried to unlock my and gave that was not possible.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can`t flash anything if you have a locked bootloader, not even a factory image and certainly not a custom rom. What is the problem on the Motorola site, could you post a screenshot when you try unlocking the bootloader via that site?

Uploaded with ImageShack.us
after I type the codes, since direct returns me this message.

lobotwister said:
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
after I type the codes, since direct returns me this message.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well I haven`t unlocked my Moto (and probably won`t) but maybe you could try following this tutorial to the letter http://xperiahtcrootingrom.com/unlock-motorola-moto-g-bootloader/ or else Google around for users with your similar issue.

thanks for the support, I'll try this link.

wrap your head after a bit I decided to risk it all, I had a rom americamovil br ( claro Brazil ), this did not allow unlock the bootloader, so I installed the fastboot one retail rom Brazil, and yes I got this unlock the bootloader , noting that the risk of losing the IMEI is great, so think carefully before deciding to do the process.
retail location to download the rom:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2546251
installation guide via fastboot:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2542219
thanks to everyone who helped me and supported me, now I hope that my doubts much help here from the forum
Excuse my bad english

lobotwister said:
wrap your head after a bit I decided to risk it all, I had a rom americamovil br ( claro Brazil ), this did not allow unlock the bootloader, so I installed the fastboot one retail rom Brazil, and yes I got this unlock the bootloader , noting that the risk of losing the IMEI is great, so think carefully before deciding to do the process.
retail location to download the rom:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2546251
installation guide via fastboot:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2542219
thanks to everyone who helped me and supported me, now I hope that my doubts much help here from the forum
Excuse my bad english
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Awesome. Glad it worked for you

really glad that worked, went for all or nothing, hope it works for most people who are not able to unlock the bootloader with the original rom device.

HELP My Razr is bricked (?), can I unlock the bootloader and unbrick it?

Hello, I'm kind of a noob on these things but here we go:
My Razr is stuck on the red Motorola logo (the boot animation when you turn on the phone) I believe this is what you call "bricked" (?).
I found out some methods here about downloading an XML file and replacing it but where can I find this file? And where do I need to replace it, it is on the firmware file, right? I wanted to get a USA firmware because in my country (Mexico) the KitKat update hasn't been liberated for us and I want to be able to update it.
A friend told me that if I put a firmware from USA it would ask me to update but to do this I need to unlock the bootloader.
I saw a tutorial on unlocking it with Motopocalypse but to do this I need to put the phone on Debugging Mode and I can't do that since my phone is bricked.
Is there a way to unbrick my phone and being able to install KitKat?
If not, of course my priority is to just unbrick it asap regardless if it is with KitKat or JB :/
Thank you so much in advance.

First, you need to tell us exactly what you did that "bricked" it. And I say "bricked" because if you can get to the Motorola logo, it probably isn't really bricked.
Either way, your friend's advice sounds like a bad idea to me. The US firmware is meant for the xt926, which uses Verizon's network. You should either wait for firmware to be released in your region or use a custom ROM (something you can do if you end up unlocking the bootloader).

Do the same: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57063750 doesn't care if your device is "bricked"

killrhythm09 said:
First, you need to tell us exactly what you did that "bricked" it. And I say "bricked" because if you can get to the Motorola logo, it probably isn't really bricked.
Either way, your friend's advice sounds like a bad idea to me. The US firmware is meant for the xt926, which uses Verizon's network. You should either wait for firmware to be released in your region or use a custom ROM (something you can do if you end up unlocking the bootloader).
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When I turn it on it is stuck on the red Motorola logo, it goes like that for hours until battery is dead.
I can go into the bootloader options (when you press vol +/- and power) and I have tried wiping all the data to factory settings but the result is the same.
Sorry if I'm using the wrong terminology.

DorianX said:
Do the same: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57063750 doesn't care if your device is "bricked"
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Can I do that even if I have never unlocked my bootloader?

Update:
I tried flashing with my carrier firmware and deleting the proper lines on the .xml file, then opened with RSD but it shows:
"Failed flashing process 14/21 flash boot "boot_signed" -> Phone returned FAIL"
And on the Fastboot manu on the phone it shows:
"Partition (boot) Security Version Downgraded"
"preflash validation failed for boot"
Please help me

mauber said:
Can I do that even if I have never unlocked my bootloader?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you never upgraded to KK you don't need to have unlocked bootloader, but why don't you unlock your bootloader? I see only benefits with.

DorianX said:
If you never upgraded to KK you don't need to have unlocked bootloader, but why don't you unlock your bootloader? I see only benefits with.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is not that I don't want to, it is that I can't. I'm having trouble flashing the firmware.

Just follow the tutorial http://www.grupoandroid.com/topic/71673-instalar-un-firmware-por-fastboot-en-imágenes/ and use Claro Puerto Rico firmware, then take the OTA

DorianX said:
Just follow the tutorial http://www.grupoandroid.com/topic/71673-instalar-un-firmware-por-fastboot-en-imágenes/ and use Claro Puerto Rico firmware, then take the OTA
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I did but it got stuck on the "boot_signed" step (RSD lite), deleting that line on the XML file and then it showed the "system_signed" step error, deleted that line on the XML and it apparently flashed successfully but the phone is back to where it was before, stuck on the red Motorola logo boot animation.

Is it possible to unlock the bootloader of an XT925 that can only boot into fastmode?

My phone is boogered up so bad that it just boots into fastboot mode. I have been unsuccessful in flashing the stock ROMs. It's the Canadian version with unlocked GSM. I'm hoping that unlocking the bootloader will help me to flash it and get it working again. I have tried using the Motorola site but it says my phone cannot be unlocked.

Anyone?? Please? I have search these forums for days and cannot find the answer to my question. If it's there I'm finding it. Any help would be appreciated.

I know Rogers allows unlocking the bootloader. As I recall, you're a Fido user (which Rogers owns) right? Are you still looking for the Fido 4.1.2 SBF? I think I can track it down for you. I'm surprised Moto won't unlock the bootloader via the website. Have you tried Motoclypse (I think it's called) to try and unlock it? I guess you'll need a running ROM first.
Lemme know what you need exactly and I'll see if I can hunt it down for you.

CWGSM3VO said:
I know Rogers allows unlocking the bootloader. As I recall, you're a Fido user (which Rogers owns) right? Are you still looking for the Fido 4.1.2 SBF? I think I can track it down for you. I'm surprised Moto won't unlock the bootloader via the website. Have you tried Motoclypse (I think it's called) to try and unlock it? I guess you'll need a running ROM first.
Lemme know what you need exactly and I'll see if I can hunt it down for you.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
CWG... Thank you! I've scoured a few sites that are still up and running (best one so far is motofirmware.com.) I found and downloaded this.. 9.8.2Q-8-XT925_VQL-12.2_CANADA_VANQJBLTEFRCI_P004_CFC_fb.xml but cannot flash gpt and boot partitions. I have tried editing the xml file as suggested in other posts to prevail. Is there a way I can positively identify which region my phone is? I purchased it brand new from a Canadian seller on eBay. The listing said that it was a Rogers phone but when I unlocked the GSM the key came back as being from Fido. There was no carrier specific apps on it. I'm at the most current level of firmware on it by the carrier as of a few weeks ago.

I got the bootloader unlocked!!!! I was originally entering the code into Motorola's website through Chrome and something told me to try it through Firefox.... success!!

truebeliever71 said:
I got the bootloader unlocked!!!! I was originally entering the code into Motorola's website through Chrome and something told me to try it through Firefox.... success!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Awesome, so you're good to go or still need a SBF for Fido?

CWGSM3VO said:
Awesome, so you're good to go or still need a SBF for Fido?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nope. I'm good. Installed the one mention before and updated to KitKat.

What exactly would happen, if I flash a wrong firmware?

Hey, Guys, hopefully, this is not asked now, but what exactly would happen, if I would flash XT1540 firmware on my XT1541 device? I just found this thread with differences http://forum.xda-developers.com/2015-moto-g/help/variants-moto-g-3rd-gen-t3168594 but the differences looks like just to be the frequencies. My provice uses thre frequences for LTE. 800,1800,2600, Would my XT1541 work "normal" with XT1540 firmware? Or would it brick? If it bricks, why? Are there hardware differences? So much variant for one device is very confusing..
Thanks in advance.
Tux

i had the same question btw i also have XT1541 ( Tesco Unlocked verion ) . I rooted it and i am on cm12 . I wanna flash stock rom using adb to intall OTA but i am not sure which one to flash . If i flash XT1541 Tesco Stock rom , i am afraid my device will be carrier locked . There is XT1541 Great Britain Stock rom too. Should it work ? I am currently in India not UK

aaqib67 said:
i had the same question btw i also have XT1541 ( Tesco Unlocked verion ) . I rooted it and i am on cm12 . I wanna flash stock rom using adb to intall OTA but i am not sure which one to flash . If i flash XT1541 Tesco Stock rom , i am afraid my device will be carrier locked . There is XT1541 Great Britain Stock rom too. Should it work ? I am currently in India not UK
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey there friend. Let me tell you something about carrier locking today. IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH FIRMWARE OR ROM. Carrier locks are on a completely different partition on your phone, one that is not even easily user accessible so flashing the factory image won't re-lock your phone if it is already unlocked. Hope you understand.
---------- Post added at 06:59 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:55 PM ----------
tux95 said:
Hey, Guys, hopefully, this is not asked now, but what exactly would happen, if I would flash XT1540 firmware on my XT1541 device? I just found this thread with differences http://forum.xda-developers.com/2015-moto-g/help/variants-moto-g-3rd-gen-t3168594 but the differences looks like just to be the frequencies. My provice uses thre frequences for LTE. 800,1800,2600, Would my XT1541 work "normal" with XT1540 firmware? Or would it brick? If it bricks, why? Are there hardware differences? So much variant for one device is very confusing..
Thanks in advance.
Tux
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I do not understand why you would want to risk this beautiful device by flashing a firmware not meant for the model you have. I'm sure factory images for XT1541 are available. And if you simply want to take this risk for Marshmallow, don't! Have patience. You will surely get it soon as the rollout will expand gradually.

Dom3616 said:
Hey there friend. Let me tell you something about carrier locking today. IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH FIRMWARE OR ROM. Carrier locks are on a completely different partition on your phone, one that is not even easily user accessible so flashing the factory image won't re-lock your phone if it is already unlocked. Hope you understand.
Thanks buddy . I was just curious it might get carrier locked. So should i flash tesco's Stock rom or retail GB Stock rom ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

aaqib67 said:
Dom3616 said:
Hey there friend. Let me tell you something about carrier locking today. IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH FIRMWARE OR ROM. Carrier locks are on a completely different partition on your phone, one that is not even easily user accessible so flashing the factory image won't re-lock your phone if it is already unlocked. Hope you understand.
Thanks buddy . I was just curious it might get carrier locked. So should i flash tesco's Stock rom or retail GB Stock rom ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you have Tesco Unlocked version, you should flash their ROM.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

Dom3616 said:
aaqib67 said:
If you have Tesco Unlocked version, you should flash their ROM.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have both Tesco and GB retail stock roms.. OK, i will flash it later on using Motorola tool. I hope that it wont be carried locked because i cannot ask for unlock code anymore from Tesco
Anyways thanks for your help bud
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

Is this a Tesco BRANDED device, meaning is a customized version of the device? If so, I would tread very lightly in trying different ROMs, if it is carrier locked or using special radio firmware, it could likely bootloop on any incorrect firmware.
Carrier branded devices are often not the same as the retail versions, and sometimes they are identical... All I am saying is proceed with caution, and although a true brick is unlikely, it is possible.

acejavelin said:
Is this a Tesco BRANDED device, meaning is a customized version of the device? If so, I would tread very lightly in trying different ROMs, if it is carrier locked or using special radio firmware, it could likely bootloop on any incorrect firmware.
Carrier branded devices are often not the same as the retail versions, and sometimes they are identical... All I am saying is proceed with caution, and although a true brick is unlikely, it is possible.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes , its a TESCO branded phone. There is tesco label on the box itself and also the build name in ABOUT PHONE is like this OSPREY_RETGB-TESCO_5.1.1_LPI23.72-47. But its carrier unlocked right now
My question here is if i flash the same XT1541_OSPREY_RETGB-TESCO_5.1.1_LPI23.72-47_cid7_subsidy-TESCOGB_CFC.xml stock rom , will my device be carrier locked or not ?

aaqib67 said:
Yes , its a TESCO branded phone. There is tesco label on the box itself and also the build name in ABOUT PHONE is like this OSPREY_RETGB-TESCO_5.1.1_LPI23.72-47. But its carrier unlocked right now
My question here is if i flash the same XT1541_OSPREY_RETGB-TESCO_5.1.1_LPI23.72-47_cid7_subsidy-TESCOGB_CFC.xml stock rom , will my device be carrier locked or not ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Once your device is carrier unlocked, flashing a ROM will not carrier lock it again.

acejavelin said:
Once your device is carrier unlocked, flashing a ROM will not carrier lock it again.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So, can i flash the retail GB stock rom for XT1541 not the tesco's rom as i believe i might get faster OTA updates on retail gb Stock rom

aaqib67 said:
So, can i flash the retail GB stock rom for XT1541 not the tesco's rom as i believe i might get faster OTA updates on retail gb Stock rom
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't say that for certain, it *should* work, but I can't tell you that for certain.
Most likely case if it doesn't work is a bootloop and you reflash stock firmware... You will not relock you device (bootloader or carrier).

acejavelin said:
I can't say that for certain, it *should* work, but I can't tell you that for certain.
Most likely case if it doesn't work is a bootloop and you reflash stock firmware... You will not relock you device (bootloader or carrier).
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i guess it might work. check this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/2015-moto-g/help/xt1541-uk-vodafone-to-retail-gb-stock-t3273615