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[Q] Bootloader Unlocking

Hi,
I am planning on flashing a custom ROM on my friends Atrix 2 (At&T variant) and i know i need an unlocked bootloader to do that but i can't find a perfect solution to this online, can anyone help me on how to unlock the bootloader on this device?
Thanks inadvance.

masantula said:
Hi,
I am planning on flashing a custom ROM on my friends Atrix 2 (At&T variant) and i know i need an unlocked bootloader to do that but i can't find a perfect solution to this online, can anyone help me on how to unlock the bootloader on this device?
Thanks inadvance.
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There is no bootloader unlock for this phone that's why you can't find it. All the information you need to get started flashing is in the development section. Most, if not all, ROMs have detailed instructions in the op of each thread. Basically you need root, a recovery app called Boot Menu Manager (or BMM for short) that is more like a boot hijack, the ROM zip you want to flash and some info on flashing an FXZ in case you get into trouble. Be sure to read the thread detailing how to use BMM successfully and follow the directions in the ROM thread as to which system(s) the ROM can be flashed on (you can multiboot up to 5 different ROMs with BMM). Be safe through reading/researching, have fun, and welcome to the community! :thumbup:
If I had a dollar for every time I said that, I'd be making money in a very weird way.

No.. We cant unlock bootloader.. Thats how we roll..XD.. But I think its a general.. Atrix 2 stuck with locked bootloader.. in development section.. Theres too many thread on custom Rom and how to install it.. Good luck..
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Thanks guys, i was unsure about going about with the Atrix and you have directed me in the right direction

Help with new Texco Moto G

OK I just bought on contract a 16GB Moto G. Very happy so far. It downloaded the new 4.4.2 Kitkat. Can't see any difference.
It is locked to Tesco.
My question is, what steps do I now take to get root access and install CWM?
Do I need to unlock the phone first?
Any advantages in using one of the new Mods?
Any other advice welcome. I just know how to follow instructions...:fingers-crossed:
thanks

keveen said:
OK I just bought on contract a 16GB Moto G. Very happy so far. It downloaded the new 4.4.2 Kitkat. Can't see any difference.
It is locked to Tesco.
My question is, what steps do I now take to get root access and install CWM?
Do I need to unlock the phone first?
Any advantages in using one of the new Mods?
Any other advice welcome. I just know how to follow instructions...:fingers-crossed:
thanks
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Already answered hundreds of times in other threads. Do some reading.

Use search. But do it in the following steps. Unlock the boot loader, then install a custom recovery, then root.
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can we get our Mods to move this to the proper forum? (and also clean up some of the non development posts on this page)

Moved Here as this does not belong in the Dev Sections. Thanks.

Unlocking guide - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47705438&postcount=6
To root and get CWM - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2585242
** just follow from Now, if you want root, **
Don't forget to thank those who made the guides.

If you ask these questions which are already answered dozens of times i recommend you to read more first before you do anything. Otherwise your next question will be how "to make a phone out ouf my brick?".

OK. Sorry. I get you guys. I just thought maybe the Tesco version might need some different approaches. Actually it is quite hard to find a simple list of "things to do" with your phone, tablet whatever or simple steps you need to follow. Of course the details are more complex. I wasn't sure if I needed to unlock the phone or could do rooting on a locked phone. Maybe each device forum category should have a simple sticky just like that for us non-techies who just follow the instructions without really understanding what is going on.
Also I was half asleep and I see there is actually an excellent introduction. Deaf, dumb and blind...

Root for Verzion 5.0

Will 5.0 bring a root method to the Verizon Moto G to the ones with locked bootloaders?

please, dont make a double-thread or another thread about lollipop doubts
anyway here is:
Chainfire has released an easy rooting kit for MOTOROLA variants. Grab it for your Moto G.
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esd316 said:
please, dont make a double-thread or another thread about lollipop doubts
anyway here is:
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Ty but im xt1028

If anything it will probably make it even more difficult seeing as it is verizon
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cell2011 said:
Will 5.0 bring a root method to the Verizon Moto G to the ones with locked bootloaders?
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Looking in my crystall ball, I believe that it will come unlocked directly from Verizon.
No really - there isn´t even 5.0 for the other variants and thus nobody can know for sure. On the other hand 5.0 brings additional security measures, so there is no reason to believe it will be any easier to root than it was before.
And one more thing - did you see the sticker "NO QUESTIONS in This Forum"? Not only is this question pointless, but it is in the wrong forum as well...

Please use the QUESTION and ANSWER section to get ANSWERS to your QUESTIONS
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[Completed] Need Correct Instructions on Rooting Galxy S5 5.0 Sprint GM900p

hello. I need the exact instructions that actually work to root my galaxy s5 5.0. the root methods on forums never work and I know exactly how to root the phone. but no one gives all the information on exactly how to do it. this is a replacement phone. I had the last version of Android rooted but the instructions on rooting that didn't work also and I had to use an app. I see where people have said you need Android bootloader but bootloader doesn't work through Odin. So can't actually put a custom recovery like TWRP on the phone using Odin. Is there another method that people aren't telling us that actually work or is there an app that can root. Had to use towelroot on my last phone because the rooting method never works. And I have been flashing ROMs for years on multiple phones so i know what needs to be downloaded. Just method can't work for everyone ununfortunately. If anyone has any information on how I can root my phone now that I'm on Android 5.0 would be much appreciated. Or if it's impossible to root the phone now that I'm on Android 5.0. If anyone can tell me that I would appreciate that too. Thnx

XDA Visitor said:
hello. I need the exact instructions that actually work to root my galaxy s5 5.0. the root methods on forums never work and I know exactly how to root the phone. but no one gives all the information on exactly how to do it. this is a replacement phone. I had the last version of Android rooted but the instructions on rooting that didn't work also and I had to use an app. I see where people have said you need Android bootloader but bootloader doesn't work through Odin. So can't actually put a custom recovery like TWRP on the phone using Odin. Is there another method that people aren't telling us that actually work or is there an app that can root. Had to use towelroot on my last phone because the rooting method never works. And I have been flashing ROMs for years on multiple phones so i know what needs to be downloaded. Just method can't work for everyone ununfortunately. If anyone has any information on how I can root my phone now that I'm on Android 5.0 would be much appreciated. Or if it's impossible to root the phone now that I'm on Android 5.0. If anyone can tell me that I would appreciate that too. Thnx
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Welcome to XDA Developers.
First, please register as a user, here > http://forum.xda-developers.com/register.php
After you have registered, you can go to the following thread, which is root instructions for your Galaxy S5 (Sprint version) > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2737724
If you have any questions, post them on that thread and one of our experts will assist you.
Good luck.

[Completed] How to root Motorola Moto X 2nd Gen - Pure Edition xt1095

Hi everybody, hope everyone's enjoying their holidays. I can make this fast and painless hopefully.
I have found numerous old tutorials on how to root the Moto X 2nd Gen Pure Edition. I keep seeing posts saying this method or that method no longer works or that 5.1 cannot be rooted etc. etc. and I have seriously just resorted to registering and asking. I have a Moto X 2nd Gen XT1095 Pure Edition and want to root it, I am sure you've gathered this much so far. I just don't know what tutorial to trust. Anybody have an up to date tutorial on rooting this model? Or even an old method as long as it works. Thanks.
Del Lee

dellee said:
Hi everybody, hope everyone's enjoying their holidays. I can make this fast and painless hopefully.
I have found numerous old tutorials on how to root the Moto X 2nd Gen Pure Edition. I keep seeing posts saying this method or that method no longer works or that 5.1 cannot be rooted etc. etc. and I have seriously just resorted to registering and asking. I have a Moto X 2nd Gen XT1095 Pure Edition and want to root it, I am sure you've gathered this much so far. I just don't know what tutorial to trust. Anybody have an up to date tutorial on rooting this model? Or even an old method as long as it works. Thanks.
Del Lee
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Hello,
Thanks for using XDA Assist.
You can unlock your bootloader,then flash [RECOVERY][victara] TWRP 2.8.7.0 touch recovery [2015-06-23].Flash SuperSU from Twrp and you'll have root access.
Refer this thread [FAQ] Frequently Asked Questions For Moto X (2014) [UPDATED-05/10] for questions about unlocking bootloader and flashing recovery.
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v7 said:
Hello,
Thanks for using XDA Assist.
You can unlock your bootloader,then flash [RECOVERY][victara] TWRP 2.8.7.0 touch recovery [2015-06-23].Flash SuperSU from Twrp and you'll have root access.
Refer this thread [FAQ] Frequently Asked Questions For Moto X (2014) [UPDATED-05/10] for questions about unlocking bootloader and flashing recovery.
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v7
XDA Assist
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Thanks for the info... After starting into this I see where several people are saying they are having issues with this method, I was hoping that maybe there was a nice solid way to root this, unless I am missing something which is usually the case.
Thanks again...
Del Lee

dellee said:
Thanks for the info... After starting into this I see where several people are saying they are having issues with this method, I was hoping that maybe there was a nice solid way to root this, unless I am missing something which is usually the case.
Thanks again...
Del Lee
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AFAIK,the safest method is to flash SuperSU from a custom recovery.
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v7
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v7 said:
AFAIK,the safest method is to flash SuperSU from a custom recovery.
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In that case I'll give this a try and let you know. Just tryin not to create a paper weight, you know us noobs
Thanks...
Del Lee