So just a quick simple question that a lot of you already probably know. I know that running a OTA takes away root, but does it lock the bootloader too?
I tried searching but was unable to find the answer in the scenario of running an OTA with NOT rooted but UNlocked bootloader. I know an OTA does not lock the bootloader on a Nexus device from my own experience with Nexus's. However my question is mainly for Samsung, HTC, LG, and Motorola devices if I plan to root one of them in the future.
AndroidPurity said:
So just a quick simple question that a lot of you already probably know. I know that running a OTA takes away root, but does it lock the bootloader too?
I tried searching but was unable to find the answer in the scenario of running an OTA with NOT rooted but UNlocked bootloader. I know an OTA does not lock the bootloader on a Nexus device from my own experience with Nexus's. However my question is mainly for Samsung, HTC, LG, and Motorola devices if I plan to root one of them in the future.
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Hi, Thank for using XDA assist
There is a general forum for android here http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help where you can try to ask to get expert's help.
Good luck.
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Hi, I have recently come into possession of a carrier locked gingerbread tmobile sensation. What I want to do is unlock the phone, but keep it stock so it can still recieve ota updates.
My question is, what is the best way to do this?
If I root and unlock and put it in s-off stock, will it still receive ota updates? Will the updates function normally? Will they interfere with s-off/s-on or remove root?
If so, which is the best method of unlocking?
My goal is to carrier unlock the phone and keep it as stock as possible.
Im sorry if these may seem like dumb questions but I did my research before and everything was still unclear to me.
Thank you
You should S-OFF and SuperCID
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If you want to unlock networks you will have to get root iirc.There is a thread titled unlock all sensations for free
Dear XDA-developers and forum users,
I've got a phone, a branded Htc One S from T-Mobile. Yesterday, some websites spread the info that there was a new update for this phone; an update to android 4.1. I defintely wanted this update so I went through my phone to Settings > Info > updater. Despite, no update was available. So I began googling for this issue and there was somebody who said that I have to unlock my Htc One S.
So I began unlocking my phone. My unlock went succesfull (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583427). After the unlock I tried to check for the update again. Still no update available. After asking an old friend of mine who knows a lot of rooting and unlocking, he said I'd better lock the device again. So I changed my mind to re-lock my htc one s.
So my question is, how can I re-lock my device? I hope that somebody is able to help me out with this.
As you have noticed im a total noob at rooting and unlocking etc.
Thanks in advance,
Kevin Knops
Jb ota Not available in North America yet.
Use hasoons all in one toolkit to relock bootloader
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Will we see a root for locked bootloader or is it impossible?
mo3553 said:
Will we see a root for locked bootloader or is it impossible?
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Personally I wouldn't count on it. But then, I am a pessimist when it comes to Sony rooting/modding etc.
It's not impossible but it will probably take a while for someone to find a way. There are some smart guys looking into it but who knows if/when they'll find anything.
A thread with a progress, attempts or ideas would be nice - IF some1 works on a solution. Maybe others could help.
Sent from my locked Z3 Monster
Use the questions and answer sections for questions that you want answer
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So basically my dad got this phone in the USA, its a T-Mobile version.
Thing is he sent it to a mobile shop and they "unlocked" and I can tell its rooted (superSU something)
But basically when I try to update it to Android 6.0 it tells me that Software status is modified and thats all ok cause I read that you cant update your software when you update. SO, basically, I'm wondering how can I update it when rooted and if thats not possible, can I unroot it somehow, update and have it still remain unlocked?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Try posting your question here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-one-m9/help
The experts there may be able to help.
Good luck!
Hi guys!
I'll start this as I do many posts...but apologies if this is in the wrong place or if the questions have already been answered....
Been a while since my last post but I am a long time member and still in the phone game. Over the years I've had to focus on other areas of my life as time has gone by but I still find time to tinker on occasion. If there is a thread that adequately answers these questions please link it in the response. But again, so far, I have not been able to find the answers I need. I am about to install SafeStrape on the device anyway but thought I would throw out a line in hopes of getting a bite.
With that said, I have scoured the forums looking for a definite answer. From what I can gather it appears that if you have the 4.4.2 OTA update that you cannot unlock your bootloader....ever.
Is this the truth?
Can I downgrade to an earlier FW such as 4.1.1, etc?
If so, can I then use SafeStrape or will I even need to?
The reasons behind these questions is to determine if I will be able to root this beast or not? I am unsure what the original FW was on the device or if it came with 4.4.2 on it. I mention this as I cannot remember if you can downgrade if your device never had the older version of the FW you wish to downgrade to on it sometime in the past. Can someone verify if this is true as well please?
Thanks in advance all!!
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Hi guys!, I'll start this as I do many posts...but apologies if this is in the wrong place or if the questions have already been answered....
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It's impossible to downgrade any of the firmware versions for the d2vzw device. The Knox within the devices bootloader will prevent this from ever happening.
If any attempts are made to do this, you will take the chance at Soft/Hard Bricking your device (or even worse).
The versions "at & below" Android v4.3.0 AND the Firmware version "I535VZWCML1" CAN be unlocked.
Any versions "at & above" Android v4.3.0 AND the Firmware version "I535VZWCNC1" CANNOT be unlocked.
SafeStrap = NOT a Custom Recovery. It's only designed/themed to LOOK like TWRP because of its familiar look and such.
TWRP = Custom Recovery. This replaces the stock recovery.
I hope that I had clarified this okay via text...
Good Luck!
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Thank you my friend!!
Ibuprophen,
Thank you for the info... It has been a long time since I have done anything with an S3, particularly a VZW S3. Btw, I've used a lot of the times you have hosted so thanks for those too.
Before I posted my thread I flashed a semi stock f/w with SU added. But the device went into the "Verizon has detected non approved software on this device, blah, blah, blah.".
I was able to flash the appropriate stock FW via Odin and got out of the aforementioned loop.
But anyway, you answered my questions brother . I appreciate your time and effort.
Have a good day!!!
Regards,
PAinguIN
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Ibuprophen, Thank you for the info..........
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Your very welcome![emoji106]
I have 2 d2vzw devices (with 1 of them that has an Unlocked Bootloader) and, though I don't use them as my primary device, I still use them for testing purposes (ie... my developments and such) but, their still a decent device to use when necessary.
Enjoy!
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