Hi there... I have some questions about the boatloader, My phone is already yet roted by a apk named "framaroot" but if I want to flash a kernel o a new room I need to get a recovery menu.
In sample words how I can fully unlock my phone, I read something about a "TA " for to not void the warranty.
please tell whith full details, what I neeed to do.
Thanks
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If it says not allowed ,you can't unlocked them and can't flash a custom kernel right now and your sort of stuck. Maybe in the future, there will be a recovery kernel for our phones but some of the devs have tried and ran into problems, so you might not either.
Depends on the carrier you bought it from if they allow bootloader unlock or not. Yours doesn't.
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If it says not allowed ,you can't unlocked them and can't flash a custom kernel right now and your sort of stuck. Maybe in the future, there will be a recovery kernel for our phones but some of the devs have tried and ran into problems, so you might not either.
Depends on the carrier you bought it from if they allow bootloader unlock or not. Yours doesn't.
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If we pay to the carrier to remove the sim lock the bootloader will pass to allowed?
My phone is free, not have SIM lock
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Have you tried flashing another ftf file from another country? (backup TA first) then try unlocking
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Hey all. My early upgrade is this weekend so I'm going to but a gs3 but I must be able to root and unlock boot loader.
Was looking at the unlock app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mmmeff.ez.unlock
And see that the recent reviews saying they are having issues unlocking boot loader since update from Verizon.
Is the app broken now And or did they patch the phone so u cant unlock the boot loader?
I don't amt to buy this phone then end up not being able to unlock the bootloader (I can't stand anything other than aosp)
Lmk. Also how would I go about unlocking the boot loader without using that app or is that the only way to do so?
This is posted all over this forum. However, all you need to do is search for version 1.2 and it will unlock the bootloader, after you root, of course.
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the guide posted at the top of the dev forum should be your new best friend
HHF2 said:
This is posted all over this forum. However, all you need to do is search for version 1.2 and it will unlock the bootloader, after you root, of course.
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Here is my copy http://db.tt/TtOVCI1W . Just make sure you root first .
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Valkyrie743 said:
Hey all. My early upgrade is this weekend so I'm going to but a gs3 but I must be able to root and unlock boot loader.
Was looking at the unlock app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mmmeff.ez.unlock
And see that the recent reviews saying they are having issues unlocking boot loader since update from Verizon.
Is the app broken now And or did they patch the phone so u cant unlock the boot loader?
I don't amt to buy this phone then end up not being able to unlock the bootloader (I can't stand anything other than aosp)
Lmk. Also how would I go about unlocking the boot loader without using that app or is that the only way to do so?
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The developer recommends version 1.2 and you can get that from here: http://rootzwiki.com/topic/32456-app-920-ez-unlock-14-easiest-way-to-unlock-your-bootloader/
There is a way to unlock the bootloader manually, but that takes a bit more effort and some terminal coding. I would definitely recommend just downloading EZ-Unlock v1.2 and using that. It's just a push of a button! That's what I did.
At the risk of being reprimanded.....
My phone is rooted and I have unlocked the boot-loader with One click "ez bootloader unlock." I have flashed numerous ROM's and continue to flash various ROM's... After flashing each new ROM and getting through the initial setup, I download ClockWorkMod from the play store, if not already part of the ROM, and then "One click ez bootloader unlock." I then run the "One click ez bootloader unlock" and then the ClockWorkMod for my model phone. I do this each time I flash a new ROM.
My question is whether this is unnecessary or not? I see that the later versions of "One click ez bootloader unlock" have a re-lock option, but I am unclear as whether or not it is unnecessary to unlock the boot-loader each and every time a person flashes a new ROM? Or under what circumstances would a person need to unlock their boot-loader after successfully unlocking it the first time?
It seems to me that once the boot-loader is successfully unlocked that a person would not have to unlock it again unless they ODIN back to Stock OEM, but I have not been able to google or search these forums successfully to find an answer, and for that I apologize, because I'm sure it's here somewhere, and some "Senior Member" will be quick to jump at the opportunity to point that out to me.... After a healthy dose of liquid courage, I am reluctantly asking the question here.... And if someone is so kinda as to answer my question, who knows, maybe it will help some other person who has the same question, but is afraid to ask, because of the harshness and lack of patience of some "Senior Members?"
A sincere thank you in advance to anyone who might answer my question. :fingers-crossed:
The only time you need to re-unlock the bootloader is if you Odin back to stock.
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Hello everyone i need some help. I got verizon s3 from ebay and when i turn it on theres opened lock shows on screen with the word unlocked on the bottom. What is it stands for and how can i get rid of it? Everytime i search on google i get discussions about bootloader. Is that what it is? Thanks up front for any info.
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Leo2005 said:
Hello everyone i need some help. I got verizon s3 from ebay and when i turn it on theres opened lock shows on screen with the word unlocked on the bottom. What is it stands for and how can i get rid of it? Everytime i search on google i get discussions about bootloader. Is that what it is? Thanks up front for any info.
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Try to reboot couple times, make sure the message is legit. If it is, unlock means your phone is unlock (bootloader unlocked), which means you could flash custom rom/kernel etc... It's a good thing for people who like to play with custom rom.
Well...thats for my girl who doesnt want any custom rom and dont want to have any extra signs. My note 2 from att has a custom rom and doesnt show any signs on boot. Is this lock for verizon only? Thanks for reply.
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Try to reboot couple times, make sure the message is legit. If it is, unlock means your phone is unlock (bootloader unlocked), which means you could flash custom rom/kernel etc... It's a good thing for people who like to play with custom rom.
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Of the bootloader is unlocked then the screen week quickly flash. Not show unlocked I would guess it means dim unlocked.
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The unlocked icon means that the boot loader is unlocked. This is what show up on all Verizon smartphones that have the boot loader unblocked. This is actually a good thing as it will allow you to use a custom ROM, set root privileges, and delete the garbarge-ware that is included on you phone that you probably will never use.
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The unlocked icon means that the boot loader is unlocked. This is what show up on all Verizon smartphones that have the boot loader unblocked. This is actually a good thing as it will allow you to use a custom ROM, set root privileges, and delete the garbarge-ware that is included on you phone that you probably will never use.
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No on the s3 if the boot loader is unlocked the initial screen with only Samsung will flash very quickly.
If it boots and the Samsung shows and has an unlocked lock that says custom under it, then you have a modified system WITH A LOCKED BOOT LOADER. By unlocking the boot loader this will go away.
I have no idea what the lock with unlocked under it means; however if you're sortied about it OP go into the development thread and follow droidstyle's guide to restore it back to bone stock.
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Sounds more likely about sim card. I flashed the phone back to stock because it was freezing all the time then did factory reset and its asking for activation. Tried to activate at the store and it doesnt activate...freezing up after couple min. So i guess it is something to do with sim unlock?
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It means there is custom software on the phone, but the bootloader is NOT unlocked.
The custom software could be as simple as having Root access, or it could be a full custom ROM. You have two options to make it go away:
1) Unlock your Bootloader
2) Return to fully stock. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1867253
Hi! I'm new to the xda forums, i'm kinda noob and i have some questions. I would really apriciate if you guys could answer them .
I own a Sony Xperia J(awesome phone for it's price) locked on a mobile network. So my questions are:
1. If i unblock my phone from the network, will i be able to unlock the Bootloader? ( now it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No")
2. If the answer the the question 1. is no, can i possibly unlock my bootloader using another way?
3. Is it possible to flash mods (not roms), ports, on rooted official 4.1.2 rom?
These are my questions. Thank you!
Probably nothing will work because u won't be able to unlock bootloader even if u break network lock..(from my knowledge)
Both are different..and you can flash mods...it's kinda risky.. U do something wrong,you will have to flash your phone...losing all Data
Installing mods can be done with an app http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2422313
But there are heavy risks buddy...u r playing with fire
Thank me if I helped you
thanks !
Thank you, even though i am kinda sad..but meh!
I tried the app but after i reboot nothing changes...maybe i did something wrong...
I haven't tried it...
Thank me if I helped
There is a very easy way to unlock bootloader without having to do all those things in Sony the only requirement is a rooted phone, Download the app EZ-unlock it is a ONE-CLICK bootloader unlock app which you can unlock and relock
The app will request Superuser or SuperSU permissions so grant it that
fonetalker101 said:
There is a very easy way to unlock bootloader without having to do all those things in Sony the only requirement is a rooted phone, Download the app EZ-unlock it is a ONE-CLICK bootloader unlock app which you can unlock and relock
The app will request Superuser or SuperSU permissions so grant it that
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Does it work even if the phone says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No" ???
Eduardo C. said:
Does it work even if the phone says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No" ???
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Hello!
Today I am gonna teach you how to unlock (and relock) your bootloader. Also fixing bootloop.
Disclaimer! Proceed at your own risk! I am not responsible if anything happens to your phone. Although if you follow every step carefully, you won't have any problems. Unlocking bootloader WILL void your warranty, but you can relock it, so it's under warranty again. Also back up your data!
So lets first talk a little bit, what bootloader is and what a bootloop is. Bootloader is required for some mods like CWM, custom ROMs and so on. Bootloop is if you have unlocked your bootloader, and try to boot your phone, but the booting animation will start to replay, so you basically can't boot up your phone.
Make sure USB Debugging and Unknown Sources are enabled.
But lets get to unlocking the bootloader, shall we.
First, on your phone open Dialer. Type *#*#7378423#*#* to acces the Service Menu. Select Service info, then Configuration, and look for Rooting Status. If Bootloader Status says Yes, then you can unlock your bootloader, if not, stop right now!
Now take a piece of paper, and write down your IMEI - you are gonna need it later to get the bootloader unlock key.
Nextly, download and install Flashtool.
Once installed, go to this site. Fill in the information, and you should recieve a bootloader unlock key onto your eMail.
Now open Flashtool. Click the BLU icon. Then unplug your device, turn it off, hold down the volume up key and then connect your phone to your PC via USB cable. (This is Fastboot Mode)
Once you have done that, you should be promoted with a screen asking for your bootloader unlock key. Type it in and click Unlock and your bootloader should be unlocked now.
To relock, repeat the process of unlocking (click on BLU, connect in fastboot mode, and so on) but this time you will get an option to Relock. Click on it and your bootloader will be locked.
Now, continue reading if facing bootloop, like I did. It's common on our devices to face bootloop, but you can probably come out of it.
After unlocking, try to boot up your device. If not able to boot up, take out your battery. Connect your phone to the PC in Fastboot Mode.
Now relock bootloder. Boot back to Fastboot Mode and unlock it again.
Now flash Xperia E's Stock Full Firmware via Flashmode. Wait for it to flash. First boot might take a while, but hopefully you don't face bootloop / come out of it.
If this guide helped you, then please click thanks!
Any questions? Just ask them and I'll answer!
~SmashMii
Is the bootloader unlocked and locked again, I will be able to use the TrackID?
KU3A98 said:
Is the bootloader unlocked and locked again, I will be able to use the TrackID?
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What?
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KU3A98 said:
Is the bootloader unlocked and locked again, I will be able to use the TrackID?
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No. Because your DRM key cannot be recovered since you unlocked your bootloader.
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abstrkt1337 said:
No. Because your DRM key cannot be recovered since you unlocked your bootloader.
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Wait what ?
you mean to tell me that you cannot use trackID app after bootloader unlock??? i still have it & working good ...(i had made backup with titanium backup) @KU3A98
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Wait what ?
you mean to tell me that you cannot use trackID app after bootloader unlock??? i still have it & working good ...(i had made backup with titanium backup) @KU3A98
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Only the version wich is provided in stock ROM not play store.
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abstrkt1337 said:
Only the version wich is provided in stock ROM not play store.
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its the same right??? ...is there an update or something? ....If yes ,we could get the apk and share it here in themes section (since its a free app ,no worries,and since we own xperia we deserve it)
EDIT: just found it play store ...it shows there is an update(but never showed in my apps) ...updating now, will report in a few
EDIT: update successfull works perfectly!..no idea what you guys are talking about...
Just got mine today and it looks like the value is NO even I have allowed OEM unlock in developer options. A quick search showed if the value is no, you will never be able to unlock.
A very bad news for me. A few questions:
1. is that really not possible to unlock it? Who shall I contact? Sony or Carrier?
2. Can I root with locked Bootloader? And flash TWRP and ROMs?
Thanks
Kan
No, there is no way to root or unlock your bootloader if it reads 'No' on 'bootloader unlock allowed?'
seanwuk said:
Just got mine today and it looks like the value is NO even I have allowed OEM unlock in developer options. A quick search showed if the value is no, you will never be able to unlock.
A very bad news for me. A few questions:
1. is that really not possible to unlock it? Who shall I contact? Sony or Carrier?
2. Can I root with locked Bootloader? And flash TWRP and ROMs?
Thanks
Kan
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I would RMA the device if it's not unlockable.
Unless u don't want to modify anything ever.
Did u got it branded from your network provider?
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I would RMA the device if it's not unlockable.
Unless u don't want to modify anything ever.
Did u got it branded from your network provider?
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RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
DannyCanuck said:
No, there is no way to root or unlock your bootloader if it reads 'No' on 'bootloader unlock allowed?'
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I had lots of devices before. Most of them allow root with unlock bootloader. Sony is an exception?
seanwuk said:
I had lots of devices before. Most of them allow root with unlock bootloader. Sony is an exception?
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Yes it is.
On older Z series it was possible to root on stock kernel and therefore Unlocking bootloader wasn't required for rooting.
Since Z5, they implement Sony RIC and DM-VERITY, which prevents modification to system and therefore root.
To root, we need a kernel supporting root inside the boot image.
We can't flash any kernel other than stock (signed by Sony) on locked bootloader.
seanwuk said:
RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
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That's a bumm.
RMA means sending phone back and receive the money in return.
Did the seller told u it's carrierlocked phone?
Mostly on carrier locked phones there's no sticker or logo from the carrier visible on the outside.
U can try to contact Bell and explain them what's the problem. In some cases a carrier can unlock it for u. (they might charge a little fee for it)
Good luck!
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RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
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If you've got the Bell Z5 then you're in the same boat as myself. No way to unlock the bootloader, thus no way to root, meaning I can have ZERO fun with this device. I even paid Bell for a SIM Unlock thinking it might trigger the bootloader unlock option to change to 'Yes' Allowed, but no such luck.
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If you've got the Bell Z5 then you're in the same boat as myself. No way to unlock the bootloader, thus no way to root, meaning I can have ZERO fun with this device. I even paid Bell for a SIM Unlock thinking it might trigger the bootloader unlock option to change to 'Yes' Allowed, but no such luck.
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So I guess you have contacted Bell for unlocking it but no success? Even we would like to pay a fee for it?
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Yes it is.
On older Z series it was possible to root on stock kernel and therefore Unlocking bootloader wasn't required for rooting.
Since Z5, they implement Sony RIC and DM-VERITY, which prevents modification to system and therefore root.
To root, we need a kernel supporting root inside the boot image.
We can't flash any kernel other than stock (signed by Sony) on locked bootloader.
That's a bumm.
RMA means sending phone back and receive the money in return.
Did the seller told u it's carrierlocked phone?
Mostly on carrier locked phones there's no sticker or logo from the carrier visible on the outside.
U can try to contact Bell and explain them what's the problem. In some cases a carrier can unlock it for u. (they might charge a little fee for it)
Good luck!
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Thanks for sharing with me. You are very knowledgeable. I bought from a guy who bought from Bell. I doubt Bell will actually support my request. I will try to use it for a bit and resell if I cannot live without root. I have been using root devices since HTC G1.
All phones from carriers usually have locked bootloaders, except for nexus devices. This is why you never buy from a carrier if you want custom roms.
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Thanks for sharing with me. You are very knowledgeable. I bought from a guy who bought from Bell. I doubt Bell will actually support my request. I will try to use it for a bit and resell if I cannot live without root. I have been using root devices since HTC G1.
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It's worth trying, just see how they react
I got pretty used to root too, since my first Android a galaxy S i9000 lol
Though, when I bought this phone (my second Sony) I decided to use it without root too and in the beginning it was a bit of a struggle but later I didn't miss it at all.
I only unlocked my bootloader after a few months, just to use another kernel.
You can disable most (if not all) bloatware via settings.
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langeveld024 said:
It's worth trying, just see how they react
I got pretty used to root too, since my first Android a galaxy S i9000 lol
Though, when I bought this phone (my second Sony) I decided to use it without root too and in the beginning it was a bit of a struggle but later I didn't miss it at all.
I only unlocked my bootloader after a few months, just to use another kernel.
You can disable most (if not all) bloatware via settings.
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I think Android 6 did a good job controlling app permissions. But thats the thing as you mentioned, you cannot try variety of optimizations from community. sigh.
My boootloader unlock status is also NO.
Is there anyway to flash Androplus kernel with own recovery via fastboot flashtool to get recovery and than trough him install super su zip and with that way root Z5?
Allek84 said:
My boootloader unlock status is also NO.
Is there anyway to flash Androplus kernel with own recovery via fastboot flashtool to get recovery and than trough him install super su zip and with that way root Z5?
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If this or anything simmilar possible?
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If this or anything simmilar possible?
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Unfortunately not only way is change the device to one that says Bootloader unlock allowed YES the only carrier/network I know of that supply devices with unlockable Bootloaders for all there handsets whether payg or contract is three UK+Ireland as they only supply devices that are sim free network unlocked devices like what you would get from Sony store one of the main reasons I'm with them