I have the Google Play Edition of the Motorola G and was able to easily unlock the bootloader using the "fastboot oem unlock" command. Due to some unrelated hardware isues, I need to send the device back to Google for a refund but would like to relock the bootloader first. I tried simply issuing a "fasboot oem lock" command but that fails. I also tried issing a "fastboot oem lock begin" command but then it says its ready to flash an image which I don't want to do (and I don't have any images to flash either). I tried searching but everything here seems to be for the Motorola-issued for the version of the G (not the GPE). Any help or advice for how to relock the bootloader in the GPE is greatly appreciated. Thanks (and sorry if this is the wrong forum for posting this request)!
But how you unlock without moto code ?
denzel09 said:
But how you unlock without moto code ?
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GPE does not require/use a Moto code to unlock the bootloader. Just boot into fastboot, and ADB "fastboot oem unlock".
But gpe is a thing, nexus is other. I saw other users with moto g gpe not enabled to unlock simply in that way. They had need to asl always the code to motorola.
So how can possible in this case?
If you say the true then you shoul relock bootloader in that easy way without code. So how can possible?
If you see the diff between bl stock and gpe you will see that them are completely equals. Or you have a new completely different bl?
I think not honestly...
denzel09 said:
But gpe is a thing, nexus is other. I saw other users with moto g gpe not enabled to unlock simply in that way. They had need to asl always the code to motorola.
So how can possible in this case?
If you say the true then you shoul relock bootloader in that easy way without code. So how can possible?
If you see the diff between bl stock and gpe you will see that them are completely equals. Or you have a new completely different bl?
I think not honestly...
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I cannot speak as to the experience of others. I only know that unlocking my GPE was as easy as the Nexus, no Motorola code required. With the help of another forum member, I was able to relock the bootloader using some ADB commands and a stock image of the GPE rom. Again, no Motorola code required.
Which stock image? A stock gpe image downloaded?
But how is it possible if bootloader are equals. See a diff. It's really strange. I need confirmation from others with same native version.
denzel09 said:
Which stock image? A stock gpe image downloaded?
But how is it possible if bootloader are equals. See a diff. It's really strange. I need confirmation from others with same native version.
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Yes, a stock GPE image. Since I have a GPE Moto G and I was trying to relock the bootloader, the stock GPE ROM is obviously the only image I would download for my GPE Moto G.
I think there is a language barrier here because I do not know what you mean by ""bootloader are equals." There is clearly a difference between the GPE and non-GPE versions as far as their bootloaders go because one obviously requires a code from Motorola and the other does not. Whether you want to believe what I am telling you or not is your choice but all I know is that no code was required to unlock my GPE Moto G bootloader. If you don't want to believe that, that is your decision but it doesn't negate the simple truth that I have already stated (no Moto code required for my GPE Moto G).
Another reason for getting a gpe version
jaspreet997 said:
Another reason for getting a gpe version
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Gpe version is worst then non gpe version. Faux says the same. Why someone should be gpe on this phone. Non gpe has f2fs on data and is equal about softwares. The gpe on this phone is a non sense.
Marty said:
I cannot speak as to the experience of others. I only know that unlocking my GPE was as easy as the Nexus, no Motorola code required. With the help of another forum member, I was able to relock the bootloader using some ADB commands and a stock image of the GPE rom. Again, no Motorola code required.
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Any chance you could share this stock GPE image on this forum?
robin0800 said:
Any chance you could share this stock GPE image on this forum?
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I downloaded using the link in the second post in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2635706
I'm not sure if the image is signed but for me, it didn't make a difference. I bought the device from the Play store and was able to use that image to relock my GPE Moto G bootloader.
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Hi, my question is: if bootloader is unlocked, is it possible to relocked it and then re-stock all? I mean how can if i unlocked bl to return to complete stock rom and bl blocked?
You can relock but the bootloader will indicate that it previously has been unlocked.
nupi said:
You can relock but the bootloader will indicate that it previously has been unlocked.
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In which way it will indicate that?
..so we will need of some hack like on samsung to reset that count, right?
I'm not sure if the Moto G is like the Moto Atrix HD but unlocking the bootloader blows one or more fuses which can't be fixed. Maybe the Moto G is the same?
http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html
audit13 said:
I'm not sure if the Moto G is like the Moto Atrix HD but unlocking the bootloader blows one or more fuses which can't be fixed. Maybe the Moto G is the same?
http://blog.azimuthsecurity.com/2013/04/unlocking-motorola-bootloader.html
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Interesting reading. If motorola were ever to stop issuing bootloader unlock codes it could potentially be hacked.
obvious said:
Interesting reading. If motorola were ever to stop issuing bootloader unlock codes it could potentially be hacked.
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I had an Atrix HD for about 5 days before I decided to unlock the bootloader in order to load a custom rom. I tried locking the bootloader to no avail. Not a big deal since it didn't cost me anything when I did a hardware upgrade and the phone has been rock solid.
The Atrix HD is a great phone with the right rom.
The Moto G's stock looks very much like an AOSP rom.
I know that you can go to Motorola's site to unlock the bootloader on the Motorola version of Moto G. Does the Google Edition of the G automatically come with an unlocked bootloader? Several sources have different specs. Engaget reports that the Google version comes with an unlocked bootloader, a few other sources say no. Can anyone clear this up for me, I just ordered my Google Play edition because my area has the new 1900mhz coverage.
Update: Here is Engaget's quote" Lastly, the Google Play edition will come with an unlocked bootloader straight out of the box, in case you prefer to play around with different ROMs. (You can technically unlock the bootloader on the original G, but you have to go through the proper steps to do it.) I will get mine today, and report back with the results.
I would think it is locked?
My nexus 4 from the play store had a locked bootloader.
akijione said:
I know that you can go to Motorola's site to unlock the bootloader on the Motorola version of Moto G. Does the Google Edition of the G automatically come with an unlocked bootloader? Several sources have different specs. Engaget reports that the Google version comes with an unlocked bootloader, a few other sources say no. Can anyone clear this up for me, I just ordered my Google Play edition because my area has the new 1900mhz coverage.
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You can be our source when your GPe arrives
Sent from my XT1032 using Tapatalk
I don't see any reason to doubt what Engadget says. I assume that they have checked it as they placed a handson video: http://www.engadget.com/2014/01/16/moto-g-google-play-edition-hands-on/
GPE devices don't come with a unlocked bootloader. But all it takes is one simple command line to unlock it.
bozzykid said:
GPE devices don't come with a unlocked bootloader. But all it takes is one simple command line to unlock it.
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You're thinking of Nexus devices. GPe's still need to go through their respective manufacturer to unlock the bootloader. Like the HTC One GPe. You could unlock the bootloader, but you still needed to go through HTC's Dev site to do it.
No you don't. The regular HTC One needs to go through HTC Dev (like you do with the G) but the GPe One works with just 'fastboot oem unlock', no token or anything.
Does the Moto G Play Store Edition show the same warning if the Bootloader is unlocked when powering on?
It's probably have a open padlock on bootup like the others
is there any real difference on these two devices aside from how the bootloader is unlocked?
GizmoTheGreen said:
is there any real difference on these two devices aside from how the bootloader is unlocked?
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Hello,
The bootloader on the Moto G play store edition is unlockable simply with the $ fastboot oem unlock command. You do not need an unlock code from the motorola web site to unlock it. You do need to read and agree on to the disclaimer on device.
After unlock, the experience is akin to the nexus experience, and the power-on screen will just show the "Unlocked" icon (open keylock)
Thanks
planktoid said:
Hello,
The bootloader on the Moto G play store edition is unlockable simply with the $ fastboot oem unlock command. You do not need an unlock code from the motorola web site to unlock it. You do need to read and agree on to the disclaimer on device.
After unlock, the experience is akin to the nexus experience, and the power-on screen will just show the "Unlocked" icon (open keylock)
Thanks
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so the method for flashing roms and everything is identical afterwards? no messing about flashing kernel via pc like with htc devices?
So if the GPE version can be unlocked without any token it would be fine if we could use the GPE Bootloader on the normal Moto G and make a backup of the existing one. Would this help us to make a workaround for the warranty problem? Is this possible?
Should be, yes. As long as a complete image comes out for the GPe.
They've done it on the HTC One.
mokkami said:
So if the GPE version can be unlocked without any token it would be fine if we could use the GPE Bootloader on the normal Moto G and make a backup of the existing one. Would this help us to make a workaround for the warranty problem? Is this possible?
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Yup, that's the same I was thinking about...
Enviado desde mi XT1032 mediante Tapatalk
Rusty! said:
Should be, yes. As long as a complete image comes out for the GPe.
They've done it on the HTC One.
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But that was a HTC decision not a Google one in guess, however, hope this theory will become practicable.
It is itching in my fingertips to unlock since i have this device ( exactly 1 week). Now i'll wait definitely longer.
Curious to know what comes up.
What I mean is that users of the HTC One users have the option to use the GPe bootloader, thanks to S-OFF.
With the G you can flash other firmwares without unlocking as long as they're signed, so it should install no trouble (as long as an image is found).
mokkami said:
So if the GPE version can be unlocked without any token it would be fine if we could use the GPE Bootloader on the normal Moto G and make a backup of the existing one. Would this help us to make a workaround for the warranty problem? Is this possible?
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That will not work.
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planktoid said:
That will not work.
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why not?
akijione said:
I know that you can go to Motorola's site to unlock the bootloader on the Motorola version of Moto G. Does the Google Edition of the G automatically come with an unlocked bootloader? Several sources have different specs. Engaget reports that the Google version comes with an unlocked bootloader, a few other sources say no. Can anyone clear this up for me, I just ordered my Google Play edition because my area has the new 1900mhz coverage.
Update: Here is Engaget's quote" Lastly, the Google Play edition will come with an unlocked bootloader straight out of the box, in case you prefer to play around with different ROMs. (You can technically unlock the bootloader on the original G, but you have to go through the proper steps to do it.) I will get mine today, and report back with the results.
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Update: I just got my Moto G Play Edition, first..I love it. upgrading from a Galaxy S II, much better display, works great. The bootloader is locked.
Here is an update from Engaget: Update: it turns out that the Google Play edition's bootloader is just like the standard version -- it's unlockable, but not unlocked directly out of the box.
I will wait a few months to see if other Roms come out for the "G" before I unlock the bootloader and root the phone.
I am not able to unlock my Moto G XT1033 bootloader.
I have got the unlock key from motorola site. Now my device waranty has been void.
After trying "fastboor oem unlock <unlock key>". It gives error that
Password incorrect!
My device is running Android 4.4.4
Please help.
aravbb said:
I am not able to unlock my Moto G XT1033 bootloader.
I have got the unlock key from motorola site. Now my device waranty has been void.
After trying "fastboor oem unlock <unlock key>". It gives error that
Password incorrect!
My device is running Android 4.4.4
Please help.
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Lol, you need to replace "<unlock key>" with the code that motorola sent you via email. "fastboot oem unlock UNLOCKCODEHERE"
eg0097 said:
Lol, you need to replace "<unlock key>" with the code that motorola sent you via email. "fastboot oem unlock UNLOCKCODEHERE"
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Yes I know that. To post the question here, I just replaced original unlock key with "<unlock key>".
It seems like I am the only person facing this issue.
I am thinking of trying following options. Please let me know, if anything will lead to brick my device.
1. I will factory reset my device and try unlocking bootloader.
OR,
2. Currently my device is running stock android 4.4.4 without root and locked bootloader. Can I downgrade to stock android 4.4.2 by flashing the stock firmware? then try for unlocking bootloader.
My Device is XT1033. Please let me know any suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
aravbb said:
It seems like I am the only person facing this issue.
I am thinking of trying following options. Please let me know, if anything will lead to brick my device.
1. I will factory reset my device and try unlocking bootloader.
OR,
2. Currently my device is running stock android 4.4.4 without root and locked bootloader. Can I downgrade to stock android 4.4.2 by flashing the stock firmware? then try for unlocking bootloader.
My Device is XT1033. Please let me know any suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
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You are not the only one with the problem, i have the same problem, i was thinking to do the same like you plan, but i still wait an hope that somebody will help us.
As mentioned in the other thread.
mokkami said:
Guys, this is not a problem what anyone can fix here. Maybe one day. At least not now.
Use the Motorola forum in its issue related thread.
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aravbb said:
It seems like I am the only person facing this issue.
I am thinking of trying following options. Please let me know, if anything will lead to brick my device.
1. I will factory reset my device and try unlocking bootloader.
OR,
2. Currently my device is running stock android 4.4.4 without root and locked bootloader. Can I downgrade to stock android 4.4.2 by flashing the stock firmware? then try for unlocking bootloader.
My Device is XT1033. Please let me know any suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
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I have the same issue... tried many times but got the same "password incorrect ".. someone said its a problem in 4.4.4 ..
aravbb said:
It seems like I am the only person facing this issue.
I am thinking of trying following options. Please let me know, if anything will lead to brick my device.
1. I will factory reset my device and try unlocking bootloader.
OR,
2. Currently my device is running stock android 4.4.4 without root and locked bootloader. Can I downgrade to stock android 4.4.2 by flashing the stock firmware? then try for unlocking bootloader.
My Device is XT1033. Please let me know any suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
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Factory resetting will not help! I did that too. I have the same issue. I'm thinking of downgrading my OS. But not sure if that will work.
You are not the only one having this issue and Motorola has responded to this issue:
https://forums.motorola.com/posts/f2061da875?page=16
I'm totally new to the Android world and i spent many hours to read this forum to learn as much as possible about my device and what i can do with it. But now, i need your help on a few things.
KitKat vs Lollipop, does it make sense to upgrade to Lollipop now or should i wait? Is there any major know bugs?
Since that i only have a 8gb device, i would like to clean the apps as much as possible. There's many apps that i don't need but they can't be uninstalled. For example, all the Motorola apps (is there something that we really need from them?), a few google apps like Google+, Google Play Films, Hangouts, etc that i will never use.
I want a stable ROM that i don't need to patch every day to solves problems. When i read about CM12 for Moto G, i see people that have problems here and there and wait for the next daily build to give it a try. I don't want to play that game!
If i install a custom rom, i guest that future updates will not come from Motorola. How the updates work afterward?
It's ok if i must have my device rooted
I have read about stock lollipop optimized version by lost101 but it don't think that the versions currently available will work for me. I'm in Canada and the versions that i see is Brazil or Asia.
thank you for you help!
You have the xt1032? Is there any warranty left? If there is no warranty, I recommend unlocking the bootloader before doing anything. It is easier to restore a bricked phone if you have an unlocked bootloader.
If you intend to stay on stock, you need some of the Motorola apps in order to install OTA updates.
Well what I will say is. I'm in the uk using lost101s BR optimized and I'm very pleased with it.
audit13 said:
You have the xt1032? Is there any warranty left? If there is no warranty, I recommend unlocking the bootloader before doing anything. It is easier to restore a bricked phone if you have an unlocked bootloader.
If you intend to stay on stock, you need some of the Motorola apps in order to install OTA updates.
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The phone is new but i don't care about the warranty. I've read that i can unlock the bootloader with the Motorola tutorial. I must be honest, i'm a little bit lost. I don't fully understand the difference between "unlocking bootloader" and "phone rooted"!
and yes the model i have is XT1032
skoub2 said:
The phone is new but i don't care about the warranty. I've read that i can unlock the bootloader with the Motorola tutorial. I must be honest, i'm a little bit lost. I don't fully understand the difference between "unlocking bootloader" and "phone rooted"!
and yes the model i have is XT1032
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You must unlock boot loader first then flash a custom recovery (manually or there is a tool in the development section) then rooting next.
Unlocking the bootloader allows you to install non-Motorola software. With a locked bootloader, the only software that can be loaded on your phone would have to be digitally signed by Motorola.
Rooting gives you administrative access to the system files.
You may not need an unlocked bootloader to get root and you do not need root to unlock a bootloader.
Start here to get the bootloader unlock code: https://accounts.motorola.com/ssoau...ct/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-b
I tried to install TWRP (any version available) but it take like 1 minutes to show the home screen and im not able to "swipe to unlock". So i have installed Philz recovery and then installed lost101 Retail Brazil 5.0.2 Stock ROM (Optimized) v1.1a. I'm playing with it right now and so far so good.
So I'm having questions and issues with my Moto G. (XT1032)
1. Is there any way to root the Moto G without unlocking the bootloader? I'm having issues unlocking it (next issue).
2. I can't seem to unlock the bootloader on the Moto G. I'm trying to install CyanogenMod but when I go to unlock it on the Motorola website and put the unlock code from adb/fastboot, it says My phone's bootloader can't be unlocked!
So if you have any idea how to help me, please reply.
EDIT: Don't recommend me to flash a recovery like TWRP or ClockWork Mod Recovery. I need to unlock the bootloader. (I think)
Make 100% sure are putting the code in to the website with NO spaces.
I'm not aware of a way to root without unlocking.
Thanks so much!
Yeah depends what version of moto g you have as Motorola won't unlock certain ones... And seems like yours is one that can't be
Actually, it was a weird thing with the unlock code from fast boot having random spaces when I paste it into the checker, but now my Moto G is running CM12.1 with Root! Thanks a lot everyone!
david.anez3 said:
Actually, it was a weird thing with the unlock code from fast boot having random spaces when I paste it into the checker, but now my Moto G is running CM12.1 with Root! Thanks a lot everyone!
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I'm glad you solved it, but, actually, some people have a problem unlocking their bootloader, i had that problem with a mexican xt1032, in case someone needs this; search for:
Bootloader Unlock Problems?
in the forum at the motorola web site