So I recently upgraded to a Droid Razr HD, not realizing the bootloader is not unlockable. What are some good phones that have unlockable bootaloders? HTC One looks good.. Any suggestions?
so i bought this motorola moto g for around $200(225 after case and screen protector) im on a plan my mom pays for, we have been on the same plan for quite some time (8+yrs) ive been looking everywhere and i cant get the bootloader unlocked ive tried multiple times on the motorola site it keeps coming back as unavailible for unlocking, if i was to sim unlock this phone, seeing as i qualify for a new 2 year contract upgrade in 2 months, would i be able to unlock the bootloader after i free my phone from at&ts deathgrip? or am i just out of luck at this point? also is there any suggestions as to which model i should choose next that has alot of customizable/root options thats at&t
Hi there, I'm an android XDA veteran but have never had a Motorola device.
Can new (as of April 2015) Moto G phones from Boost or Verizon be fully unlocked at the bootloader level? I've scanned the FAQs and recent posts on old unlock bootloader threads and it's not clear if these carriers have locked things down tightly or not.
I'm looking to get a WiFi-only smartphone for a friend who's low on funds and setup it up with CM12 and VOIP calling using Hangouts/Google Voice/Skype, etc. After scrounging around on swappa for something suitable I noticed these new prepaid Moto G devices selling for $49 (verizon) or $44 (boost). Sounds like the way to go if I can get one to be fully-flashable...
Thanks!
bmeek said:
Hi there, I'm an android XDA veteran but have never had a Motorola device.
Can new (as of April 2015) Moto G phones from Boost or Verizon be fully unlocked at the bootloader level? I've scanned the FAQs and recent posts on old unlock bootloader threads and it's not clear if these carriers have locked things down tightly or not.
I'm looking to get a WiFi-only smartphone for a friend who's low on funds and setup it up with CM12 and VOIP calling using Hangouts/Google Voice/Skype, etc. After scrounging around on swappa for something suitable I noticed these new prepaid Moto G devices selling for $49 (verizon) or $44 (boost). Sounds like the way to go if I can get one to be fully-flashable...
Thanks!
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Bought my MOTO G boost version about 2 months ago. Works perfectly. Bootloader unlock is pretty easy too.
Hope I helped!
I need a definite answer because I plan on purchasing one. And I'm getting mixed results when looking my question up on Google.
Thanks in advance.
I have a moto g xt1031 boost and I unlocked mine perfectly fine, actuality in the forum today looking around for answers, been messing with mine all day...lol
MotogProbs said:
I have a moto g xt1031 boost and I unlocked mine perfectly fine, actuality in the forum today looking around for answers, been messing with mine all day...lol
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Awesome. So I shouldn't have any issues unlocking said bootloader if I bought one used from a reputable seller on Ebay?
I apologize for bumping. But apparently Motorla customer support says that it's not unlockable. Why is there conflicting information? There are folks who have unlocked bootloaders and others cannot get said bootloaders to unlock from what I'm reading.
From what I have read and done on my XT1031 from boost, shouldn't be a problem, because if I am correct, boost only has one version the prepaid XT1031. I would just make sure to get model number before purchase and if its the XT1031, I don't see any issues. On a side not I somehow deleted my entire rom, and only had Twrp on my phone and pc wouldn't recognize it, thank god for OTG cable, now running solid on Unlocked bootloader /twrp 2.8.6.0/ and CM 12.1, great little phone
MotogProbs said:
From what I have read and done on my XT1031 from boost, shouldn't be a problem, because if I am correct, boost only has one version the prepaid XT1031. I would just make sure to get model number before purchase and if its the XT1031, I don't see any issues. On a side not I somehow deleted my entire rom, and only had Twrp on my phone and pc wouldn't recognize it, thank god for OTG cable, now running solid on Unlocked bootloader /twrp 2.8.6.0/ and CM 12.1, great little phone
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There's gotta be a reason they're selling them for dirt cheap though, right? The Verizon ones are being sold for very cheap. And I know for a fact that they're not unlockable.
The Boost Mobile Moto G XT1031 is absolutely bootloader unlockable. I've personally unlocked 4 of them.
https://forums.motorola.com/posts/35e4d3be5c
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So the support rep lied to me... Don't know why they'd do that... Anywho, I placed an order and if it's not unlockable, then I'm going to return it. Thanks for the reassurance.
As already stated the boost Xt1031 is 100 percent without a doubt able to have the bootloader unlocked. As for why they are selling dirt cheap I believe its because for all intents and purposes it is being phased out. Most retailers in my area don't carry them anymore. Online is a different story but the phone is nearing 3 years old. Motorola is on the 3rd gen. of the G hence most sellers with any inventory are trying to dump it while they can get at least something for it.
Don't get me wrong I love my moto but honestly I can't remember the last time I had a phone this long before its life cycle was over.
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As already stated the boost Xt1031 is 100 percent without a doubt able to have the bootloader unlocked. As for why they are selling dirt cheap I believe its because for all intents and purposes it is being phased out. Most retailers in my area don't carry them anymore. Online is a different story but the phone is nearing 3 years old. Motorola is on the 3rd gen. of the G hence most sellers with any inventory are trying to dump it while they can get at least something for it.
Don't get me wrong I love my moto but honestly I can't remember the last time I had a phone this long before its life cycle was over.
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I personally want a phone to tinker around with. That's all. My 2011 HTC One S is starting to show its age. I really don't get why some carriers lock down their devices *cough* Verizon . Especially if they refuse to ship out updates in light of the stagefright exploit. Any vulnerability should be taken seriously. Anywho, thanks for the reassurance, fellas. I appreciate it.
My carrier: T-Mobile
My phone(s)... both original bricked phone and replacement unlocked Verizon phones: Motorola Z4 XT1980-4
History:
I bricked my original OEM Motorola Moto Z4 (bought direct from Motorola). The only reasonably priced replacement that I could find is the Verizon version of the Moto Z4. I purchased two Verizon phones (don't want to loose access to my Moto Mods again). The Verizon phones are unlocked and work with my T-Mobile SIM.
However:
The Verizon ROM is a little quirky and is definitely missing features and settings that were available on the factory ROM phone. I REALLY want to replace the Verizon ROM with the Motorola factory ROM on these carrier unlocked phones.
I am willing to experiment with one of my replacement Verizon phones.
The big questions:
Can this be done (ROM replacement)?
Also...
The frequencies supported on the Verizon version of the Moto Z4 are not exactly the same as on the original Motorola OEM Moto Z4 version. Will this return the frequencies back to the Motorola OEM Moto Z4 frequencies?
Thanks for your help, insight and experience!