Hey guys, I have a Motorola Droid Razr HD, 9.18.94.XT926.
Recently there was found an exploit for this version to gain root access. So I did it (using method for samsung galaxy s3, which i found here). Now I do have root access, but I'm interested if I can install custom roms, for example cyanogenmod. As far as I know it needs unlocked bootloader. I'm not sure if my bootloader is unlocked or not, so I cant risk just following instructions from cyanogenmod's website.
So, my question is, how do i check if bootloader is unlocked or not, and if it's not, how do I unlock it, given that when downloading Android SDK from motorola website, where I tried to unblock bootloader, I cant install it, archive is broken or something. Thanks in advance (Sorry for the bad English)
I you're on .94 and never unlocked, you won't be able to now. To check, boot into AP Fastboot and see if says locked or unlocked.
RikRong said:
I you're on .94 and never unlocked, you won't be able to now. To check, boot into AP Fastboot and see if says locked or unlocked.
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When will I be able to unlock it? I mean, what should I be waiting for?
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When will I be able to unlock it? I mean, what should I be waiting for?
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When you "patch" your phone with a pre may 24 build motherboard, or ask vzw for a FRU with the same build date.
aviwdoowks said:
When you "patch" your phone with a pre may 24 build motherboard, or ask vzw for a FRU with the same build date.
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how to patch ?
pvinodnayak said:
how to patch ?
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You on your own.
There is a teardown of the hd on the hd fourm & the m Q & A sec.
Google, now Bing is your friend.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2607856
I've been searching around and I have a 9.18.94 xt 926 as well. How do I go about getting root ?
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Pilgrim Mod said:
I've been searching around and I have a 9.18.94 xt 926 as well. How do I go about getting root ?
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General forum
The latest build version that's rootable that I saw is 9.16.6
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Pilgrim Mod said:
The latest build version that's rootable that I saw is 9.16.6
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Look up "safe-root."
So I read up on it...If I'm not horribly mistaken(which is very possible) that root only works for android 4.2 and 4.3 which means that I'd need the OTA for 9.30.1 which my droid doesn't think I need.
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Pilgrim Mod said:
So I read up on it...If I'm not horribly mistaken(which is very possible) that root only works for android 4.2 and 4.3 which means that I'd need the OTA for 9.30.1 which my droid doesn't think I need.
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.94 and .1 are the same update, just different designations. The HD has never made it past 4.1 in stock form yet, so there is no 4.2 or 4.3. Safe Root will work on your system version.
Sweet ! Please excuse my ignorance. Thank you thank you thank you.
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Sweet ! Please excuse my ignorance. Thank you thank you thank you.
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I have an XT926 Maxx HD. Stock. Locked bootloader.
Three days ago, I rooted, installed Safestrap and ROM'd with Nexesque v3.6. All using instructions here on XDA. Root and Safestrap were simple. Getting the ROM loaded was a bit of a challenge, but it worked fine, except for a google.process.gaaps failure message upon rebooting each time. But it doesn't seem to affect anything. But other than that, runs quite quick. Tried RageHD and it didn't work for me at all. Could just be my phone.
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Sweet ! Please excuse my ignorance. Thank you thank you thank you.
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No problem and good luck modding.
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Is that possible? All the root tools threads I seem to be able to find on here and rzr forum have posts that say it doesn't work with the latest OTA update. Am I missing something here? Is Motorola so actively patching everything that there is no way to get root if the device has the latest OTA update?
Thanks.
Root is still possible by rolling back to the older firmware but you can't unlock the bootloader.
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I just picked up a brand new XT925 running 4.1.2 and all the methods I tried failed
Then I tried http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241788 and bingo rooted and unlocked bootloader
You don't need the monster download the Lite edition is fine
Good luck :good:
deeje00 said:
Root is still possible by rolling back to the older firmware but you can't unlock the bootloader.
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Oh, since it is a 925 (probably international edition), can't I just ask Motorola to unlock the bootloader? https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
Also, how does one roll back to older firmware? RSDLite and flashing older stock, like on Atrix HD?
dr_strangetrick said:
I just picked up a brand new XT925 running 4.1.2 and all the methods I tried failed
Then I tried http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241788 and bingo rooted and unlocked bootloader
You don't need the monster download the Lite edition is fine
Good luck :good:
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Nice, I will give this a try. However, why the 900+ MB Lite? Wouldn't the 3 MB Ultra-Lite work for just rooting and unlocking the bootloader? Or did you have to use the stock stuff as well?
Also, did you try the Toolkit 4.0? Did that fail as well? As far as I can see, both use the same methods for unlocking and rooting!
Cant remember now, I tried all the others and none worked and I stumbled across it
I think the micro download was not enough (sorry cant recall what extra was needed) but I remember on the micro the numbers on the menu did not match with the commands (look at the batch file) but the normal was fine
Is yours the developer edition? Otherwise no they won't unlock it.
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deeje00 said:
Is yours the developer edition? Otherwise no they won't unlock it.
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But this is what it says on the Motoroala page:
Currently, the Photon Q 4G LTE, DROID RAZR M(Developer Edition), DROID RAZR HD(Developer Edition CDMA-LTE), MOTOROLA RAZR HD (Rest of World -UMTS/LTE), MOTOROLA RAZR HD (Rogers Canada - UMTS/LTE) and MOTOROLA RAZR i are supported by the Bootloader Unlock site.
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Wouldn't "Rest of World" mean International Edition / GSM?
Maybe. Try the process and find out. Lol
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Ha ha I will once i get the phone today or tomorrow!
You should have received an email with your Unlock Key. If you did not, check you spam folder. Inside the email is a UNIQUE_KEY, a 20-character alphanumeric code that you will use to unlock your device.
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:laugh::laugh::laugh::good::good::good:
dr_strangetrick said:
I just picked up a brand new XT925 running 4.1.2 and all the methods I tried failed
Then I tried http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241788 and bingo rooted and unlocked bootloader
You don't need the monster download the Lite edition is fine
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I have exactly the same situation XT925 running with 4.1.2 and I have already done root Now I consider to do unlock bootloader.
I've had only install app Superuser from Play store. Works greate
use this guide to root my xt925 with locked bootloader
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/04/0...r-hd-running-android-4-1-2-other-devices-too/
perfect in the 1 try !!
dr_strangetrick said:
I just picked up a brand new XT925 running 4.1.2 and all the methods I tried failed
Then I tried http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241788 and bingo rooted and unlocked bootloader
You don't need the monster download the Lite edition is fine
Good luck :good:
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Noob here. So I just got my RAZR HD today and it is on 9.20.1. Will this be able to restore my phone back to 9.16? Then will I be able to root?
masterc333 said:
Noob here. So I just got my RAZR HD today and it is on 9.20.1. Will this be able to restore my phone back to 9.16? Then will I be able to root?
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do you have a 926? (dumb question i know, just being sure).
dr_strangetrick said:
I just picked up a brand new XT925 running 4.1.2 and all the methods I tried failed
Then I tried http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241788 and bingo rooted and unlocked bootloader
You don't need the monster download the Lite edition is fine
Good luck :good:
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do you have a 926? (dumb question i know, just being sure).
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Yep. 9.20.1xt92y on 4.1.2
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Yep. 9.20.1xt92y on 4.1.2
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this will root that build http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php?/topic/24070-
dont worry about it saying 9.18.79, 9.20.1 is the same build.
Thank you very much! I've been searching for a root method for 9.20.1. I'll try this tonight or tomorrow and let you guys know how it goes or if I have any problems.
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dont worry about it saying 9.18.79, 9.20.1 is the same build.
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Just wondering if you have done this on 9.20.1? I just don't want to brick me phone! Haha thanks again!
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Thank you very much! I've been searching for a root method for 9.20.1. I'll try this tonight or tomorrow and let you guys know how it goes or if I have any problems.
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Just wondering if you have done this on 9.20.1? I just don't want to brick me phone! Haha thanks again!
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Yes I have tried it. Works fine, although I had to do it 2 times before it stuck.
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bweN diorD said:
Yes I have tried it. Works fine, although I had to do it 2 times before it stuck.
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Sounds good. I'll try it out
Worked perfectly! I now have root on my xt926 running 9.20.1! Now is it possible to unlock the bootloader? Thanks for all the help so far.
Hey guys huge beginner on this type of stuff. I have one simple question though.
I know there is now a way to Root my phone, but not unlock the bootloader? So I'm wondering, is there any way for me to get a rom that is based off 4.3 at this current moment or am I out of luck?
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Hey guys huge beginner on this type of stuff. I have one simple question though.
I know there is now a way to Root my phone, but not unlock the bootloader? So I'm wondering, is there any way for me to get a rom that is based off 4.3 at this current moment or am I out of luck?
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Yes, you can root your phone. Rooting and unlocking the bootloader are two different things. If you're on the latest update, you won't be able to unlock anyway. If your BL isn't unlocked, you won't be able to use any of the 4.3 based ROMs. I don't think there have been any developed for use on SafeStrap.
If your on the new update you can't unlock your bootloader. Which means the best you'll get get is debloated stock roms.
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deeje00 said:
If your on the new update you can't unlock your bootloader. Which means the best you'll get get is debloated stock roms.
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I'm listening....? "debloated stock rom"?
Jestified said:
I'm listening....? "debloated stock rom"?
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Debloated stock just means is the Verizon builds, just with some of the extra software taken out and tweaked. It's not like cyanogen mod which had more options and tweaks. But with a locked bootloader its the best your gonna get.
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clouse2013 said:
Debloated stock just means is the Verizon builds, just with some of the extra software taken out and tweaked. It's not like cyanogen mod which had more options and tweaks. But with a locked bootloader its the best your gonna get.
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However, you can use Xposed Framework to do a lot of modding/tweaking to a stock ROM. I am running a custom ROM, but I still use Xposed for a lot of things. You can theme your stock ROM in ways that are very similar to having a theme manager on AOSP ROMs.
have you verified for sure that you cannot unlock the bootloader? it doesn't hurt to try, unless you already tried.
What version is the build?
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have you verified for sure that you cannot unlock the bootloader? it doesn't hurt to try, unless you already tried.
What version is the build?
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system version 9.18.79 so i'm assuming it isn't possible
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system version 9.18.79 so i'm assuming it isn't possible
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Yup. That's the version you don't want to see if you haven't unlocked the boot loader.
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iBolski said:
Yup. That's the version you don't want to see if you haven't unlocked the boot loader.
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Unless his BL was unlocked prior to that update.
Oops. Double post for some reason!
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Unless his BL was unlocked prior to that update.
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Which is why I said if you haven't unlocked the bootloader.
Once it's unlocked, it's unlocked. You can't lock it back up because apparently, it's a physical change in the phone, such as a fuse being blown or something like that. At least, that's what I've read. http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html
Apparently, it's something Qualcomm has created called a QFuse. These are software programmable fuses that once blown, they can NEVER be put back to their prior state. In Motorola devices, there is a FORCE_TRUSTED_BOOT QFuse. This is all explained by Dan Rosenburg who is the developer that gave us the ability to unlock our Droid RAZR HDs. it's a good read and explains a lot.
Of course, it never hurts to try and unlock it after downgrading back to the previous version.
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Of course, it never hurts to try and unlock it after downgrading back to the previous version.
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doesn't hurt but is 100% pointless, as the system version has nothing to do with the trust zone files that cant be changed back.
the system version serves as a reference point to when it used to be possible in relation to the other files that were irrevocably updated, nothing more.
HELLO, I HAVE MY MOTOROLA DROID RAZR HD XT-926 ON ANDROID VERSION 4.1.2, 9.20.1, AND I WANT I CAN GLASHEAR SAVER BY RSD LITE 6.1.5. VERSION 9.30.1 OTA. I WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT NO ERROR OR GIVE ME ANY KIND OF PROBLEMS TO FLASH??
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HELLO, I HAVE MY MOTOROLA DROID RAZR HD XT-926 ON ANDROID VERSION 4.1.2, 9.20.1, AND I WANT I CAN GLASHEAR SAVER BY RSD LITE 6.1.5. VERSION 9.30.1 OTA. I WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT NO ERROR OR GIVE ME ANY KIND OF PROBLEMS TO FLASH??
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nevermind..
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HELLO, I HAVE MY MOTOROLA DROID RAZR HD XT-926 ON ANDROID VERSION 4.1.2, 9.20.1, AND I WANT I CAN GLASHEAR SAVER BY RSD LITE 6.1.5. VERSION 9.30.1 OTA. I WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT NO ERROR OR GIVE ME ANY KIND OF PROBLEMS TO FLASH??
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This was answered in the Firmwares thread. 30.1 is an update from 20.1, so you should be able to flash it.
help
as I can I upgrade, I want to know if I can do back stock modified to install ROMS??
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as I can I upgrade, I want to know if I can do back stock modified to install ROMS??
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The answers is in every thread that talks about the new update. Please search, people are getting tired of answering the same question a milion times.
While I understand this. but it is for the last time. I just need to know if I can go back to 9.20.1. since I'm in 9.30.1??
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While I understand this. but it is for the last time. I just need to know if I can go back to 9.20.1. since I'm in 9.30.1??
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What is the answer in all the other 30.1 threads? Also, is your bootloader unlocked?
Just confirming that my Droid Maxx Bootloader is now unlocked with Sunshine 2.60 . THANK YOU VERY MUCH JCASE !!!
Ditto!
Now get some details!
What build?
Rooted?
I will gladly test sunshine out on my MAXX 4.4 19.6.3 if anyone wants to send me a $25 PayPal. You know, for science.
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I was on safestrap, 4.4.4 system rooted wp off, older bootloader, and it worked witout a hitch.
Worked on mine. Rooted and WP off.
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natenate360 said:
You know, for science.
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I see what you did there
integraletotale said:
Worked on mine. Rooted and WP off.
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Great! Now you guys can update to 4.4.4 or run my port linked below! Specifically for you integrale my port fixes the LTE SMS/CALL issue when running GSM carriers.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2828366
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I see what you did there
Great! Now you guys can update to 4.4.4 or run my port linked below! Specifically for you integrale my port fixes the LTE SMS/CALL issue when running GSM carriers.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2828366
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Talk slut!
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Caseyk621 said:
Talk slut!
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Lol I'm just shamelessly advertising.
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Lol I'm just shamelessly advertising.
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That's THEE definition! Lol.
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Getting a license server error?
Edit: nvmd had to uninstall adblocker like it said LOL works great you da man Jcase!
Anyone have luck with the Droid Ultra? No Joy for Root.
Starting to hate this phone, thought other than battery, wireless charging, and screen size that was the only difference in the three Droid 2013 line?
Worked here too!
Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.
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Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.
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You can flash whatever boot logo you like without effecting your ability to ota update. You don't have to revert back
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Spittinfire86 said:
Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.
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You can also get rid of that message by using xposed.
What xposed mod?
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You can also get rid of that message by using xposed.
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What xposed mod?
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Sorry I might be wrong this time I thought I read it in a thread somewhere I can't find it.
Worked like a charm.
KK 4.4.2 WP-Off, rooted. BL-Locked (Was )
In addition to $25 I'm sending my sincere thanks to jcase
Caseyk621 said:
You can flash whatever boot logo you like without effecting your ability to ota update. You don't have to revert back
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Sorry I might be wrong this time I thought I read it in a thread somewhere I can't find it.
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There is a thread about this located here...
just download the files and flash logo.bin
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2682932
OK so you have to be rooted already. Anyone have luck with getting temp root on 4.4.4
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Bit of background...I've had Android phones since the OG Droid. All of them were rooted. The phone I have now is the Razr HD which I've never rooted. Guess I just got out of the game for a while. I want to root it now but unfortunately, it's been so long since I've been around the forums that I don't really know what anything is anymore or what does what.
I'm sure this has been asked before but every search I do, I come up with stuff that I don't understand. Can someone help out?
Phone is running 4.4.2
System version: 183.46.15.XT926
Thanks!
If your boot loader is locked, you can't do anything.
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maverick31210 said:
Bit of background...I've had Android phones since the OG Droid. All of them were rooted. The phone I have now is the Razr HD which I've never rooted. Guess I just got out of the game for a while. I want to root it now but unfortunately, it's been so long since I've been around the forums that I don't really know what anything is anymore or what does what.
I'm sure this has been asked before but every search I do, I come up with stuff that I don't understand. Can someone help out?
Phone is running 4.4.2
System version: 183.46.15.XT926
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Abstract: you wanna root your Motorola Razr HD (xt925) ?
You can't go anymore with the "gentle procedure" - which is using Motochopper, a way to root the 4.1.2 without tearing apart your phone.
So either you go back with a stock 4.1.2 and live happily with motochopper and a slow sys, or you follow Motorola instructions to unlock the phone. Be aware that once you enter the code Motorola will provide you'll void your warranty (if you still are under the grace period).
Graf Schmidt said:
Abstract: you wanna root your Motorola Razr HD (xt925) ?
You can't go anymore with the "gentle procedure" - which is using Motochopper, a way to root the 4.1.2 without tearing apart your phone.
So either you go back with a stock 4.1.2 and live happily with motochopper and a slow sys, or you follow Motorola instructions to unlock the phone. Be aware that once you enter the code Motorola will provide you'll void your warranty (if you still are under the grace period).
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You need to stop putting bad info out there, this unlock only works on the 925. The system version he shows is FW for the 926. You can't unlock the 926 via Moto.
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RikRong said:
You need to stop putting bad info out there, this unlock only works on the 925. The system version he shows is FW for the 926. You can't unlock the 926 via Moto.
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Isn't the Razr HD the xt925?
Or am I getting confused with all those names?
Edit: ah yeah, sorry, I've read only "RAZR HD", and I din't pay attention to sysver. My bad.
Graf Schmidt said:
Isn't the Razr HD the xt925?
Or am I getting confused with all those names?
Edit: ah yeah, sorry, I've read only "RAZR HD", and I din't pay attention to sysver. My bad.
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The 925 is the GSM variant and is unlockable through Moto. The 926 is the CDMA model that is typically used on Verizon and it's not unlockable through Moto.
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RikRong said:
The 925 is the GSM variant and is unlockable through Moto. The 926 is the CDMA model that is typically used on Verizon and it's not unlockable through Moto.
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Hi, RikRong. I'm also new to this XT926 and on the latest firmware I guess (183.46.15.xt926), is there's any new way to unlock bootloader and root this device? I read an old instruction in another post and just bought this device and now I'm so screwed over .
shallwedance said:
Hi, RikRong. I'm also new to this XT926 and on the latest firmware I guess (183.46.15.xt926), is there's any new way to unlock bootloader and root this device? I read an old instruction in another post and just bought this device and now I'm so screwed over .
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Unfortunately, right now there is no way to root or unlock that build.
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Is this still the case? My phone was auto-upgraded to 4.4.2... I'm stuck?