Bootloader Unlock - Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE

Hi
I have problem motorola not allow to unlock my bootloader with this massege:
Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking.
This Photon Q is from Sprint .
Any one help?
m.

Copy and paste the code. It has to match EXACTLY.

Hi arrrghhh
This is a code :
9900020008000000#5441363935303254593400000000000000000000#5C2D5B1C871C66F72E5BF72404DE926E44948A76#C75BD600020011000000000000000000

micron said:
Hi arrrghhh
This is a code :
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Ehm... I meant copy and paste it into the fastboot command to avoid typo's.
Again, if you even get 1 character wrong, the unlock will fail.

Do not post the code publicly, first part of it is your IMEI.

Oki fix remove any symbol.
Any idea what is the problem ?
I copy and paste the code many time but not success.
m.

micron said:
Oki fix remove any symbol.
Any idea what is the problem ?
I copy and paste the code many time but not success.
m.
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I didn't quote the code for a reason. Skrilax_CZ recommended you remove it, and I would concur.
Edit your post and remove the code. I never wanted you to paste it in here, sorry I did not make that clear.
At any rate, all I can say is make VERY sure that the code you are provided is the SAME code you are using for the fastboot command.
I didn't even think about asking - but I assume you're not using it as a CDMA device. Did you buy one with a bad ESN? If so, I wonder if they prevent bad ESN devices from being officially unlocked...
Good luck.

Oki
I find a solution after update to last new version
Download this : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2143437
After download and share fail with samba windows or mac sharing, you need to mount from file manage > remote storage
After fix permission go to adb folder and type : "adb shell", "cd /mnt/rfs0", "./su" , "cd /", "ln -s /mnt /storage"
Next step go to console and type :
adb kill-server
adb shell /storage/rfs0/pwn
Next : Install apk package from phone , Reboot Phone and now your phone is rooted!
Update from Play Market SuperSu and go.
Best regards,
m.

Rooting and unlocking bootloader is not the same thing.

Skrilax_CZ
Yes not the same but in this moment motorola support dumb to give unlock.
and this is solution for my.
would pester them until they do.
m.

micron said:
Oki fix remove any symbol.
Any idea what is the problem ?
I copy and paste the code many time but not success.
m.
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Try to enter the code manually.
In may case when I copy and paste the code I also got the message "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."
However when I entered the code manually I got unlock code.

micron said:
Hi
I have problem motorola not allow to unlock my bootloader with this massege:
Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking.
This Photon Q is from Sprint .
Any one help?
m.
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had the same problem over the weekend. fixed now tho

Hinyo said:
had the same problem over the weekend. fixed now tho
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First of all the site won't even load most of the time on Chromium, IE opens it fine. Typing code manually doesn't help, any ideas?

saint_tm said:
First of all the site won't even load most of the time on Chromium, IE opens it fine. Typing code manually doesn't help, any ideas?
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You're sure it hasn't already been unlocked?
Did you try copy and paste?
What error do you get?

arrrghhh said:
You're sure it hasn't already been unlocked?
Did you try copy and paste?
What error do you get?
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The SDK reboot to fastboot says it is locked (on phone screen).
Yes copy and paset was my first try (few times, 4 lines, not 5)
Error in IE is "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."

saint_tm said:
The SDK reboot to fastboot says it is locked (on phone screen).
Yes copy and paset was my first try (few times, 4 lines, not 5)
Error in IE is "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."
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Where was your Q purchased? Second hand I presume?
I wonder if bad ESN devices do not qualify. Or if it has been unlocked, and relocked... perhaps it cannot be unlocked again.
Good luck.

Tried it once more a minute ago and it worked, looks like motorola servers weren't in the mood earlier
Thanks for your help

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[Q] error message when unlocking bootloader

So I went on the Motorola unlocking website and I have fastboot and adb all set up with working drivers but when I get the code that is shown after entering fastboot oem get_unlock_data and enter it in the "can my device be unlocked?" box ,an error message appears that says " your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking but the support page says it is eligible,any ideas?
It s a strange problem. Which model exactly is your? Can be helpful for others..
Make sure there are no spaces. Took me some time to figure out there was a space in front of the whole number
kieranc88 said:
So I went on the Motorola unlocking website and I have fastboot and adb all set up with working drivers but when I get the code that is shown after entering fastboot oem get_unlock_data and enter it in the "can my device be unlocked?" box ,an error message appears that says " your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking but the support page says it is eligible,any ideas?
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newuser25 said:
Make sure there are no spaces. Took me some time to figure out there was a space in front of the whole number
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Just generic moto g bought in UK from Tesco mobile but unlocked, I'll try the no spaces, but does that mean just look for spaces at beginning and end or in the centre of the text as well
newuser25 said:
Make sure there are no spaces. Took me some time to figure out there was a space in front of the whole number
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Did still getting error
There was about five spaces in the number altogeteher.
Any luck?
If you are having this issue, can you DM me. Thanks.
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Having the same problem
I'm having the same problem with a Moto G that I bought from Tesco. I'm sure I'm copy-pasting everything without any blank spaces...
Is it possible that Tesco's devices are not eligible for bootloader? I managed to unlock the SIM so the phone works with all providers.

Your device does not support unlocking bootloader

Any strong solution ? I tried via Google Chrome and Internet Explorer, nothing seem to work.
Any help will be appreciated
thank you Sagar Khanapurkar
Just got my Moto G. I tried to unlock my bootloader from the Moto site and I'm having problems as well. I'm positive I'm entering the code correctly and its saying my device doesn't qualify. On the forum thread my CID number shows that it should be eligible for unlock unlock. Apparently Moto hasn't replied with the response in the forum thread, so I guess we'll just have to wait and see what happens happens. I'm ready to root this mofo also.
Failed by opening bootloader
dskrilz said:
Just got my Moto G. I tried to unlock my bootloader from the Moto site and I'm having problems as well. I'm positive I'm entering the code correctly and its saying my device doesn't qualify. On the forum thread my CID number shows that it should be eligible for unlock unlock. Apparently Moto hasn't replied with the response in the forum thread, so I guess we'll just have to wait and see what happens happens. I'm ready to root this mofo also.
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Here the Same, i have the G since last Monday and i failed by trying to open the bootloader for rooting...
I got the same error. What I did was I copied it by hand. Hope it helps
Problem solved.
try doing this
paste the code
go to the end of the string
check for blank spaces by adding a blank space and deleting it
go to the start of the string
do the same thing
let me know if this works.
else give me the code, i'll do it for you.
do it for me
Sagar Khanapurkar said:
Problem solved.
try doing this
paste the code
go to the end of the string
check for blank spaces by adding a blank space and deleting it
go to the start of the string
do the same thing
let me know if this works.
else give me the code, i'll do it for you. [/QUOTE
not works :crying: do it for me please
string: 0A40040192024205#4C4D355631323030373731363031303332323239#BD008A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F951A3E5#1F532800020000000000000000000000
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archies20 said:
Sagar Khanapurkar said:
Problem solved.
try doing this
paste the code
go to the end of the string
check for blank spaces by adding a blank space and deleting it
go to the start of the string
do the same thing
let me know if this works.
else give me the code, i'll do it for you. [/QUOTE
not works :crying: do it for me please
string: 0A40040192024205#4C4D355631323030373731363031303332323239#BD008A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F951A3E5#1F532800020000000000000000000000
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I am the same issue, the code from the server is not correct and you should post in the Motorola Forum so that they can look into it.
My phone is stuck in a fastboot loop caz I can't unlock the bootloader.
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killer23d said:
archies20 said:
I am the same issue, the code from the server is not correct and you should post in the Motorola Forum so that they can look into it.
My phone is stuck in a fastboot loop caz I can't unlock the bootloader.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app
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Motorola unlockbootloader forum are closed
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archies20 said:
killer23d said:
Motorola unlockbootloader forum are closed
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The have a few threads, and this one is open:
https://forums.motorola.com/posts/f2061da875?page=3
Well, my problem is solved when I downloaded Telus 4.4.4 image, so far my phone is working now.. whew.
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This is an issue which many people are facing with Motorola devices...Just unlock the bootloader on another day and it will work...Also make sure you don't leave any spaces in the unlock code...
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This is an issue which many people are facing with Motorola devices...Just unlock the bootloader on another day and it will work...Also make sure you don't leave any spaces in the unlock code...
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After a few tryings now i recieved my unique unlock code from motorola.
I installed all the drivers also the Android sdk
in the comment prompt i typed in "fastboot devices" wich list my device and than "fastboot oem unlock UNIQUE_KEY"
and than i got this
(bootloader) Password incorrect!
(bootloader) OEM unlock failure!
FAILED (remote failure)
finished. total time: 0.335s
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what did i wrong? my bootloader is unlockable because i have the cid:0x0007
pls help
Hi! The same trouble, bought Moto G XT1033 and I can not unlock the bootloader, incorrect password! Help!

For anybody that has ALREADY unlocked their bootloader >> PLEASE READ!

Hi, I am new to the Nokia 7 Plus forums, and I know that a bootloader unlocking method is sorely needed.
I would like to ask those who have ALREADY unlocked their bootloaders to send me the signature file they used in the "fastboot flashing unlock..." command.
By sending me this file, I can TRY to determine how the IMEI and Serial Number is used to generate the bootloader signature file and, If successful, I can release an unofficial bootloader unlocking method, for FREE.
OR IF SOMEBODY IS ROOTED, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS AND SEND ME THE FILE GENERATED AFTER:
1. Connect your phone to your PC with USB Debugging on
2. Open Command Prompt and type "adb shell".
3. Then type "su"
4. Then type "cd /dev/block/bootdevice/by-name"
5. Then type "ls -al"
6. Then, you will need to find the "mmcblk0p?" that is listed on the same line as "aboot" (e.g. mmcblk0p1)
7. Once you have found that, type "dd if=/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/(the mmcblk0p that you got above) of=/sdcard/aboot.img"
8. Then send me the aboot.img file that is located on your phone's SD card.
This applies to all owners of the Nokia 5, 5.1, 6, 6.1, 7, 7+, 8, 8 Sirocco
I hope someone can help you here bro. Mine is locked or I'd definitely do it.
No one has done that, and it's not possible right now.
Areen said:
No one has done that, and it's not possible right now.
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Well by looking on the threads around Nokia devices, it seems that there are people who used this method to unlock the bootloader
Hi, I have sent you a PM with the key for my Nokia 7. I hope you are able to find something out of them
Development is growing:laugh:
Hi everyone, a quick update:
My Nokia 7 Plus is currently in for repair so I will still try to decipher the signature files before I try any bootloader unlock, and I won't be trying to unlock the bootloader until I get my 7+ back from the shop, but once it gets back....
You're the man! I wish I can help you but unfortunately my device is locked.
$Parker said:
You're the man! I wish I can help you but unfortunately my device is locked.
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My device is locked too, I will have to try and find out how the signature files are generated and test them on my own device (when I get it back)
Still in mail war with nokia. Let's hope they unlock it. First win is mine. They send the case higher up. So fingers crossed
Sent from my Nokia 7 plus using XDA-Developers Legacy app
I really hope we can figure something out. And pressure Nokia into unlocking the bootloader and release kernel sources.
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No one has done that, and it's not possible right now.
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It is possible. I've done it today. Paid for the signature file, applied it based on the instructions and tada I have unlocked the bootloader. It was a hard earned 5 dollars...
BTW would that aboot.img file be the boot image? Cuz I would need to extract mine and patch it with magisk to get root. Can you tell me how to pull it? Thanks. Signature file I'm not willing to share, sorry, as it probably contains my IMEI. But if you have a Nokia, I'll pay you the 5 bucks to get your own file which you can then reverse engineere.
5$ for unlocking is not a big deal,so don't waste time by finding how the serial number and IMEI number combination works to create bin...unlock the bootloader and try to make custom roms bro, spend time there
By the way I have unlocked and rooted my 7 plus ?
jazzzzzzz said:
5$ for unlocking is not a big deal,so don't waste time by finding how the serial number and IMEI number combination works to create bin...unlock the bootloader and try to make custom roms bro, spend time there
By the way I have unlocked and rooted my 7 plus
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how did you root it?
donjamal said:
It is possible. I've done it today. Paid for the signature file, applied it based on the instructions and tada I have unlocked the bootloader. It was a hard earned 5 dollars...
BTW would that aboot.img file be the boot image? Cuz I would need to extract mine and patch it with magisk to get root. Can you tell me how to pull it? Thanks. Signature file I'm not willing to share, sorry, as it probably contains my IMEI. But if you have a Nokia, I'll pay you the 5 bucks to get your own file which you can then reverse engineere.
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Stupid question, but will I be able to use OTA updated(mainly for android P when it comes out) without issues if I unlock the phone and root it beforehand?
Karanfil said:
Stupid question, but will I be able to use OTA updated(mainly for android P when it comes out) without issues if I unlock the phone and root it beforehand?
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Yes, you will be able to update. But you will lose root.
Karanfil said:
Stupid question, but will I be able to use OTA updated(mainly for android P when it comes out) without issues if I unlock the phone and root it beforehand?
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With root, not when modifying the system.
We may have other options https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-7-plus/how-to/request-opinion-figuring-hidden-oem-t3820511
Has any work been done further on this? If not, would someone please let me know if they'd like to work together to figure this out. Does anyone know if the signature file that's sent to unlock contains an md5 hash?
NtilUrEarsBleed said:
Has any work been done further on this? If not, would someone please let me know if they'd like to work together to figure this out. Does anyone know if the signature file that's sent to unlock contains an md5 hash?
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We are out of luck already. The old unlock files do not work after the August update. Seems patched up. So, back to no official and/or unofficial unlock again

[GUIDE] unlock your G7 bootloader

Now Motorola supported has updated to support G7. You should be able to unlock open market model.
Prerequisites:
1. ADB installed
2. Motorola drivers installed
3. Your phone has enabled OEM unlock (hit build number few times to enable developers options) and USB debugging
4. Backup your internal storage. ALL PERSONAL DATA ON INTERNAL STORAGE WILL BE WIPED DURING OEM UNLOCK PROCESS!
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Process:
1. Enter bootloader. After your phone connected to host computer, use the following:
Code:
adb devices
After your phone has been shown up, use the following command to enter bootloader
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
2. Retrieve your phone unlock data and submit
Go to https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
Retrieve your phone unlock data using the following and open notepad or any text editor
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
You should see 5 lines of data starting (bootloader). Right click and mark the data on the line 2-5, drag until all data highlighted and right click once.
Paste the 4 line data on your favorite text editor and locate the cursor to the end of the line and press delete once, and repeat until 4 lines of data become a single line, and press Ctrl+a (select all) followed by Ctrl+c (copy)
Paste the single line to the box under #6 and verify. Accept the terms and press the blue button
3. Unlock your bootloader
After the unlock code delivered, highlight and copy 20 characters code
Enter the following command and press space once and paste the code
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
It should be fastboot oem unlock XXXXX (20 characters code)
You have to enter same command again to finish the process.
Your phone bootloader now unlocked and it's ready to install root
is there a way to relock once unlocked?
shaDNfro said:
is there a way to relock once unlocked?
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Yes. fastboot oem lock but doing so will wipe the device back to factory settings.
adb backup -all
will back up your phone to a cable connected laptop. Is there anything else one needs to back up before unlocking the bootloader wipes your data off the phone?
**Specifically, will it backup
1. Documents folder
2. Download folder
3. Other custom created folders like saved photographs, etc.
Thank you.
For anyone looking at this thread and wondering, yes, Amazon branded device's bootloaders can be unlocked.
Could someone with an unlocked bootloader test out how well the Android Q GSI works?
kaiomatico said:
Could someone with an unlocked bootloader test out how well the Android Q GSI works?
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Until a custom recovery is created, we're stuck on stock
Omegapsy said:
Until a custom recovery is created, we're stuck on stock
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Nope, the beauty of GSI's are that you can simply do an "fastboot flash system NameOfGSI.img" and the rom is flashed. No need for a custom recovery
Now that TWRP is finally available I'm picking up my courage to unlock and root my Moto G7. Thank you for all your instructions here and in the root thread.
Because I'm not an android expert and am scared I want to be sure I understand everything correctly.
1. ADB is installed and works. (I used adb to create an adb backup to my laptop).
2. Not sure what you mean by installing Motorola drivers. (I can see the Moto G7 when I connect it by cable to my W 10 laptop).
4. Backing up:
I used a cable connection to copy all the visible files to my laptop using Windows file explorer. I also have the adb backup mentioned above.
Final question:
What will need to be restored after unlocking the bootloader? Everything I backed up or only parts?
Thank you.
I would appreciate someone helping to answer @maybeme2 questions above in post #9. Specifically question 2 about drivers. I've downloaded the Lenovo MOTO Smart Assistant and can ADB connect to my device. However when I set the device to fastboot mode then the connection is dropped.
5 seconds delay on boot after unlocking bootloader
I unlocked my bootloader using the excellent instructions above. But now, everytime I reboot I get a screen that says
Your device has been unlocked and can't be trusted.....
ID (is blank)
your device will boot in 5 seconds.
bad key
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How do I get rid of that?
Thanks.
maybeme2 said:
I unlocked my bootloader using the excellent instructions above. But now, everytime I reboot I get a screen that says
How do I get rid of that?
Thanks.
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That's part of unlocking and that warning is there for a reason. That said you can either relock or find another logo.bin to flash that covers it up. Flashing another logo.bin does not make your phone secure again it's just cosmetic.
ptn107 said:
That's part of unlocking and that warning is there for a reason. That said you can either relock or find another logo.bin to flash that covers it up. Flashing another logo.bin does not make your phone secure again it's just cosmetic.
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Thank you for replying.
My next step is to root the phone. Will that get rid of it?
If not, where do I get another compatible logo.bin?
Thank you again.
maybeme2 said:
Thank you for replying.
My next step is to root the phone. Will that get rid of it?
If not, where do I get another compatible logo.bin?
Thank you again.
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It will not remove the warning. In fact rooting is even less secure fyi.
You'll have to search on xda for a modified logo.bin.
ptn107 said:
It will not remove the warning. In fact rooting is even less secure fyi.
You'll have to search on xda for a modified logo.bin.
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Less secure than letting Google access all my data? ? I have firewalls and tools to protect me. I'm just new to Moto.
maybeme2 said:
Thank you for replying.
My next step is to root the phone. Will that get rid of it?
If not, where do I get another compatible logo.bin?
Thank you again.
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I used the information from this thread.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g7/themes/mod-custom-boot-logos-t3923110
The logo.bin file has several images. I found that the image named "orange" was the one displayed when my device boots.
cou94114 said:
I used the information from this thread.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g7/themes/mod-custom-boot-logos-t3923110
The logo.bin file has several images. I found that the image named "orange" was the one displayed when my device boots.
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Thank you.
Does removing "orange" also remove the 5 second delay?
maybeme2 said:
Thank you.
Does removing "orange" also remove the 5 second delay?
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I never said that I removed the image named "orange". I did extract the "orange" image from logo.bin, edited the orange.png to black out the warning text, replaced the orange.png file in logo.bin and then flashed the modified logo.bin "fastboot flash logo modified-logo.bin".
I concur with ptn107's recommendation that you lock your bootloader and return your device to stock. That way you won't have to wait the five seconds which seems to be your concern.
cou94114 said:
I concur with ptn107's recommendation that you lock your bootloader and return your device to stock. That way you won't have to wait the five seconds which seems to be your concern.
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Yes it is the imposed delay that I objects to. I've had other rooted phones and none had this warning and delay after unlocking the bootloader. So it is not part of android but something added by Moto.
It's not a big deal, but an unnecessary annoyance which is why I asked in a moto thread.
Help me, I got oem unlock but I can't enable it!

Anyone managed to root lg k51?

I can't find anything definitive about whether it's rootable or not
Same here i tried every root app possible and failed.
just unlock bootloader and flash twrp
after that flash latest magisk zip hope it will work
Bhanu8082 said:
just unlock bootloader and flash twrp
after that flash latest magisk zip hope it will work
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No need to flash TWRP: Booting into it is sufficient.
Bhanu8082 said:
just unlock bootloader and flash twrp
after that flash latest magisk zip hope it will work
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How did you unlock the bootloader?
sCriptKittY1987 said:
How did you unlock the bootloader?
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simple , go to about phone and try to find build number,
after you find build number tap on it until it says you are in developer mode
after that head on to developer option (it may be inside about phone section or above about phone section) turn on the option which says allow oem unlock. then,
just reboot to recovery mode either by pressing volume up or volume down key with power button.
after you enter recovery connect usb cable and open command prompt in pc and make sure that lg device drivers are installed on your pc also make sure you have adb and fastboot installed.
ok, after all this type command
adb devices
if any thing shows us then you have successfully connected your device.
after it type
adb reboot bootloader
then your mobile should restart and show fastboot mode in screen
type command
fastboot oem unlock
and done your bootloader is unlocked.
Bhanu8082 said:
just unlock bootloader and flash twrp
after that flash latest magisk zip hope it will work
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Where did you find a tarp img for the LG k51?
sCriptKittY1987 said:
Where did you find a tarp img for the LG k51?
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tarp image????? just follow the tutorial.
I meant TWRP recovery . After you've unlocked the bootloader where did you get a custom recovery to flash for the LG k51. From what I saw on Team Wins website, there isn't one.
Bhanu8082 said:
simple , go to about phone and try to find build number,
after you find build number tap on it until it says you are in developer mode
after that head on to developer option (it may be inside about phone section or above about phone section) turn on the option which says allow oem unlock. then,
just reboot to recovery mode either by pressing volume up or volume down key with power button.
after you enter recovery connect usb cable and open command prompt in pc and make sure that lg device drivers are installed on your pc also make sure you have adb and fastboot installed.
ok, after all this type command
adb devices
if any thing shows us then you have successfully connected your device.
after it type
adb reboot bootloader
then your mobile should restart and show fastboot mode in screen
type command
fastboot oem unlock
and done your bootloader is unlocked.
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When I typed fastboot oem unlock I get a reply saying <waiting for any device>
sCriptKittY1987 said:
When I typed fastboot oem unlock I get a reply saying <waiting for any device>
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I doubt that's going to work, but let me know if it does. Carriers and manufacturers use a variety of sophisticated security schemes like requiring lengthy codes that only they can provide, etc to purposely make it very difficult to unlock bootloaders. Tmobile gave me a K51 for free. They apparently feel the have to pay for it by spying on me. I bought a moto g7 plus unlocked for $117 directly from Moto and put Lineage on it, no gapps Would love to use thie k51 though if anyone figures it out because it's more waterproof and bigger battery.
mgsgta3 said:
I can't find anything definitive about whether it's rootable or not
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Whether device's bootloader is unlockable / device's Android is root-able or not you easily can find out by means of ABB:
Code:
adb shell "getprop ro.oem_unlock_supported"
If returned value is 1, then it's supported otherwise it's not.
sCriptKittY1987 said:
Where did you find a tarp img for the LG k51?
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and let me guess my doofus luck im guessing no way to unlock it with out a P.C. like nuttin at all?
Absolutely no of the crap above works at all in any capacity especially sprint. Generic postings like hold volume down and power also doesn't work to go into fastboot so if you guys are following the advice of some of these guys don't because you'll drop more money on a new phone then you will unlocking it some variants verizon is one I think you have to call LG I know I spent 6 hrs on the phone with "tech support" aka "jokes with a screen to read from" to FINALLY get into touch with an engineer who told me the only way "NOW" to unlocked the bootloader is in his office which means it has to be depot to be unlocked which as of this moment lg is not doing that WILL change in the future that was 12/03/2020. Even running external adb with kali linux to hack it broke the bootloader and sends you into an infinite reboot loop
jwoegerbauer said:
Whether device's bootloader is unlockable / device's Android is root-able or not you easily can find out by means of ABB:
Code:
adb shell "getprop ro.oem_unlock_supported"
If returned value is 1, then it's supported otherwise it's not.
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This returns no value on a locked bootloader because even with Dev. Opt. Enables its still read only until bootloader is unlocked this is verified on two carriers k51's sprint and att. However it is unlockable we haven't found it and/or LG has not added this service to their site which is where you will get the info needed for the unlocked.
Oh my. You know you need to do all this from a computer, right? Can't do it in an Android terminal because fastboot commands are only valid in a phone's bootloader environment. And if you didnt know that then rooting and all of the dangers that come with it just isnt for you. But yes, it's rootable. So here you go anyway.
Reboot the phone to download mode.
Install LG's K51 usb drivers, and install adb and fastboot, on your computer.
Open a command prompt and type: fastboot oem unlock
If it does anything other than pat you on the back and tell you it's proud of you and how well you follow instructions, then go back and follow the effing instructions.
Otherwise, type: fastboot reboot.
Download magisk manager.
Do the magisk manager.
Use the LG flash tool on your computer to flash what you just did when you did the magisk manager.
And presto, you're rooted. Or I successfully left out enough info and you dont know how to use Google, leaving your device still not rooted. And thank god for that.
Ive been learning from xda for some time now. Bricked a few phones in my learning curve and tonight i had my first success with my g7, and wrighting this on my new k51. This is my first post and I think that was pretty rude of you to say. This is supposed to be a place to learn, share knowledge, and help those who are less educated. Not look down on people and say crap like that. If he wants to learn even if it takes a couple bricked phones to do it, let him. Either give him the proper procedures or dont say nothing at all. How long did it take you? How many phones? Its taking me quit a while but i am finaly getting somewhere. Keep with it guy. Dont let this dude, or any one else for that matter, bring you down.
Kenwoodquality69 said:
Ive been learning from xda for some time now. Bricked a few phones in my learning curve and tonight i had my first success with my g7, and wrighting this on my new k51. This is my first post and I think that was pretty rude of you to say. This is supposed to be a place to learn, share knowledge, and help those who are less educated. Not look down on people and say crap like that. If he wants to learn even if it takes a couple bricked phones to do it, let him. Either give him the proper procedures or dont say nothing at all. How long did it take you? How many phones? Its taking me quit a while but i am finaly getting somewhere. Keep with it guy. Dont let this dude, or any one else for that matter, bring you down.
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Yo Ken,
So your K51 rooted?
If so, maybe you could provide a step by step?
I haven't done this yet but is it verified working? I did a google search came across the method to do the unlocking but it showed it was a failed project?
TexasPride said:
I haven't done this yet but is it verified working? I did a google search came across the method to do the unlocking but it showed it was a failed project?
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O lord i hope this isnt true

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