I have been searching all over to see if this was possible but I couldn't find any help or anyone that has successfully done it. Thanks for the help [emoji1]
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I have been searching all over to see if this was possible but I couldn't find any help or anyone that has successfully done it. Thanks for the help [emoji1]
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Is the bootloader unlockable via moto's website? If it is then it should be rootable, if it isn't, then root is not possible.
acejavelin said:
Is the bootloader unlockable via moto's website? If it is then it should be rootable, if it isn't, then root is not possible.
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The bootloader can be unlocked but I was worried if my service with Republic Wireless would be affected and stop working.
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The bootloader can be unlocked but I was worried if my service with Republic Wireless would be affected and stop working.
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It will not be... Do you have any justification for your worry? If so, share with us and we can address it.
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It will not be... Do you have any justification for your worry? If so, share with us and we can address it.
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[https://community.republicwireless.com/docs/DOC-2027][/URL] That is why I am hesitating to do it.
jhamarfrost said:
[https://community.republicwireless.com/docs/DOC-2027][/URL] That is why I am hesitating to do it.
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Rooting will absolutely void your warranty... really, rooting has nothing to do with it, unlocking the bootloader will immediately and irrevocably void your warranty with Motorola, as far as the Republic Wireless warranty goes I did not read their policy but it probably doesn't matter. Actually, just going through the steps on Moto's website and confirming the acknowledgement and getting the unlock token from them voids your warranty, the actual state of your device is not relevant.
Other than that, it clearly states your device will continue to work...
What's Republic's stance on rooting and user modification?
While you will still be able to use your rooted or modified phone on Republic's service (provided you are not abusing our service or otherwise violating our Terms of Service), you will void your Motorola and Republic warranties on your phone and be unable to receive any future support assistance for that device.
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This is a very standard disclaimer... I believe all carriers have something similar.
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Rooting will absolutely void your warranty... really, rooting has nothing to do with it, unlocking the bootloader will immediately and irrevocably void your warranty with Motorola, as far as the Republic Wireless warranty goes I did not read their policy but it probably doesn't matter. Actually, just going through the steps on Moto's website and confirming the acknowledgement and getting the unlock token from them voids your warranty, the actual state of your device is not relevant.
Other than that, it clearly states your device will continue to work...
This is a very standard disclaimer... I believe all carriers have something similar.
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Ok thanks for the help. Do you know the best rooting software I can use to root my moto g running Android 5.1.1
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Ok thanks for the help. Do you know the best rooting software I can use to root my moto g running Android 5.1.1
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There is no working 'one-click root' or other software similar that I would recommend for any modern Moto device... do it manually. Unlock the bootloader, boot, not flash, TWRP and backup your system (for an emergency restore point), flash TWRP after you have successfully gotten a backup and moved a copy from the device, then flash SuperSU. 5.1.1 doesn't have any real SuperSU restrictions but if you upgrade to 6.0+ there is only a specific versions that works to root with (2.62-3 I believe).
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There is no working 'one-click root' or other software similar that I would recommend for any modern Moto device... do it manually. Unlock the bootloader, boot, not flash, TWRP and backup your system (for an emergency restore point), flash TWRP after you have successfully gotten a backup and moved a copy from the device, then flash SuperSU. 5.1.1 doesn't have any real SuperSU restrictions but if you upgrade to 6.0+ there is only a specific versions that works to root with (2.62-3 I believe).
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That's the problem, my service doesn't support 6.0 yet so if I get Android marshmallow I most likely won't have any service
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That's the problem, my service doesn't support 6.0 yet so if I get Android marshmallow I most likely won't have any service
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Sorry, I am not following you... your service has nothing to do with your Android version, you could have Eclair or Zagnut, flash Ubuntu, or tie a string between two cans, and your provider doesn't care as long as your have a valid SIM and talk the same protocols and frequencies.
That being said, you could flash a similar factory image (it's an XT1540, right?) or custom ROM to get to 6.0 if you want, and it would work, it just doesn't remove a carrier lock... but 5.1.1 is very solid and capable Android version and works exceptionally well on the Moto G 2015, you can just keep it and root and go about your day with no worries either.
Because you seem so hesitant, I assume you haven't rooted before... what are you hoping to accomplish by rooting your device? If there isn't a specific reason or goal, then you shouldn't root.
My model is a XT1548 and I have rooted my old Nexus 7(2013) with the Nexus root toolkit. My goal for rooting my moto g is to get the hidden LED light feature and to get Xposed modules.
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Sorry, I am not following you... your service has nothing to do with your Android version, you could have Eclair or Zagnut, flash Ubuntu, or tie a string between two cans, and your provider doesn't care as long as your have a valid SIM and talk the same protocols and frequencies.
That being said, you could flash a similar factory image (it's an XT1540, right?) or custom ROM to get to 6.0 if you want, and it would work, it just doesn't remove a carrier lock... but 5.1.1 is very solid and capable Android version and works exceptionally well on the Moto G 2015, you can just keep it and root and go about your day with no worries either.
Because you seem so hesitant, I assume you haven't rooted before... what are you hoping to accomplish by rooting your device? If there isn't a specific reason or goal, then you shouldn't root.
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My model is a XT1548 and I have rooted my old Nexus 7(2013) with the Nexus root toolkit. My goal for rooting my moto g is to get the hidden LED light feature and to get Xposed modules.
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My model is a XT1548 and I have rooted my old Nexus 7(2013) with the Nexus root toolkit. My goal for rooting my moto g is to get the hidden LED light feature and to get Xposed modules.
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Ah, the CDMA version... the red-headed step-brother of the GSM siblings.
5.1.1 is fine, you can flash a custom ROM if you want, but staying on 5.1.1 will work just fine. If you get an OTA later to 6.0+ just ignore it and do not accept it, it will not work. You would have to revert to stock first (remember that initial TWRP backup I mentioned before???) , then update, then reroot, etc. again.
The root method is the same as I described above, it will work fine. Xposed will work, but be aware that the 'hidden LED' is pretty worthless... it is hard-wired to the charging circuit, it is not possible for it to work unless the device is plugged in to power.
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Ah, the CDMA version... the red-headed step-brother of the GSM siblings.
5.1.1 is fine, you can flash a custom ROM if you want, but staying on 5.1.1 will work just fine. If you get an OTA later to 6.0+ just ignore it and do not accept it, it will not work. You would have to revert to stock first (remember that initial TWRP backup I mentioned before???) , then update, then reroot, etc. again.
The root method is the same as I described above, it will work fine. Xposed will work, but be aware that the 'hidden LED' is pretty worthless... it is hard-wired to the charging circuit, it is not possible for it to work unless the device is plugged in to power.
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Alright I will try to backup and root my device. Thanks for the clarification and help ☺
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Hello, I have a Moto G for like the past 4 months and wanted to ask
If I ROOT Only would I lose my warranty?
Could I go back? or anything like before?
I simply want to ROOT it but do NOT want to add Roms or custom things.
Thank You
You need to unlock your phone's bootloader before rooting, so you will lose your warranty.
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You need to unlock your phone's bootloader before rooting, so you will lose your warranty.
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Can't the stock firmware image be modified to include the 'su' binary and the SuperSU app, and then be flashed through fastboot? (Or whatever the "normal" way is)
I don't really know if its possible, but seems logical
@op no way to retain warranty after unlocking BL atm.
KDB223 said:
Can't the stock firmware image be modified to include the 'su' binary and the SuperSU app, and then be flashed through fastboot? (Or whatever the "normal" way is)
I don't really know if its possible, but seems logical
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For any sort of modification to work, bl needs to unlocked afaik. So not possible :b
adizz4 said:
@op no way to retain warranty after unlocking BL atm.
For any sort of modification to work, bl needs to unlocked afaik. So not possible :b
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I think you didn't get my point.
I meant "modifying" the stock firmware image which is available here on XDA somewhere (I think) to include the "su" binary and SuperSU app, and then flashing that through fastboot (or whatever method).
Flashing the stock firmware doesn't need unlocked BL, AFAIK.
Oops! Looks like it does
Guess I'll have to unlock the BL ultimately :/
KDB223 said:
Can't the stock firmware image be modified to include the 'su' binary and the SuperSU app, and then be flashed through fastboot? (Or whatever the "normal" way is)
I don't really know if its possible, but seems logical
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Firmware images are signed, and if you modify them, they'd need to be resigned. Motorola's signature isn't able to be duplicated yet.
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Anyway, just requesting the key from Motorola, voids the warranty.
If you are in the eu you should still have a warranty no matter what moto say but I don't know if anyone had tested it.
Hello everyone! I didn't want to root my new MOTO G 2015 but I need more storage if I want to install more app's, I saw with root permissions we can transfer full sized app's to the sd, is it true? and how? I've seen already a guide how to root moto g 2015, but know I want to know how to transfer full sized app's to the SD and then i'll decide if I want to root or not.
Do you think I should root? It will be better If i want more storage?
Is it safe? The Lollipop will be automatically installed after the root? I have no need on install other Android OS.
Thank you!
Hey! I can see that you are new here, but rooting your phone isnt gonna delete anything of your data if you search on this forum for Link2sd than you will find a tuturial for how to do that. But if you dont understand any of the words "Brick" or "fastboot" you should do some research first.
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Hey! I can see that you are new here, but rooting your phone isnt gonna delete anything of your data if you search on this forum for Link2sd than you will find a tuturial for how to do that. But if you dont understand any of the words "Brick" or "fastboot" you should do some research first.
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Hello HelpMeruth! And thank you for replying my question!
Here's what I already searched this is , i've got alot of information already but the information I got says my phone will be formatted I think. Brick I remember that word a long time ago when the PSP Scene I know it's not android but I remember it, it's like having a non funcional phone, bricked.
Here's the guide I saw: (I can't post links, if you can search on the youtube : "Moto G 3rd Gen(2015) - How to Root - Unlock Bootloader & Custom Recovery") and tell me if that guide will not brick or format my moto g 3
Any chance of getting bricked? It will remove my SIM Service? I have the phone just for a week and the warranty it's 2 here's, If I root the warranty goes out, is it worth rooting?
Thanks for the reply sir and yes i'm really new in the android scene, just came from the iOS one, got mad at iOS
I can confirm that your phone will not be formatted
The word brick means that your phone wont start up.
Its a gamble for everyone to root, so when you are gonna do it try just booting Twrp. That is the safest way to test it.
But strart with unlocking your bootloader thats already a big step for rooting (unlocking bootloader will format your data!)
If you got any questions send me message!
Its your choise to root or not
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I can confirm that your phone will not be formatted
The word brick means that your phone wont start up.
Its a gamble for everyone to root, so when you are gonna do it try just booting Twrp. That is the safest way to test it.
But strart with unlocking your bootloader thats already a big step for rooting (unlocking bootloader will format your data!)
If you got any questions send me message!
Its your choise to root or not
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You do NOT need to unlock bootloader in order to root.
You DO need to unlock your bootloader for TWRP, unless booted temporarily.
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You do NOT need to unlock bootloader in order to root.
You DO need to unlock your bootloader for TWRP, unless booted temporarily.
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What? you have to unlock the bootloader in order to boot/flash twrp.
and with twrp you can root, how do you root with locked bootloader?
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What? you have to unlock the bootloader in order to boot/flash twrp.
and with twrp you can root, how do you root with locked bootloader?
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Root toolkit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62922929
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Root toolkit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62922929
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You shouldnt be able to root with a locked bootloader, i quote: 'A locked bootloader locks write access to several partitions like the system partition. This is the reason why rooting is not able without unlocked bootloader.' found on this site https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-main-differences-between-Rooting-and-Unlocking-Bootloader
that tool just has a build in fastboot/adb and automate things for you.
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You shouldnt be able to root with a locked bootloader, i quote: 'A locked bootloader locks write access to several partitions like the system partition. This is the reason why rooting is not able without unlocked bootloader.' found on this site https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-main-differences-between-Rooting-and-Unlocking-Bootloader
that tool just has a build in fastboot/adb and automate things for you.
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Yeah after doing some research motorola devices seem to have that in place. I was speaking generally from a vanilla aosp aspect. Good find.
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Btw, If I install CyanogenMod it will reset my moto g firmware? Or install another firmware version? Thanks
M05K said:
Btw, If I install CyanogenMod it will reset my moto g firmware? Or install another firmware version? Thanks
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Installing cyanogenmod will still keep you on 5.1.1 your device will just be modified (custom tweaks etc..) so if you have to unlock your bootloader it will void any warranties you have. If you don't have one or don't care just make sure to read carefully as you sound relatively new to CM and you don't want to brick your device.
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Installing cyanogenmod will still keep you on 5.1.1 your device will just be modified (custom tweaks etc..) so if you have to unlock your bootloader it will void any warranties you have. If you don't have one or don't care just make sure to read carefully as you sound relatively new to CM and you don't want to brick your device.
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Yes it will be modified to cyanogenmod firmware right? So the firmware updates from MOTO G 3 I had installed will go resetted to the cyanogenmod firmware right?
M05K said:
Yes it will be modified to cyanogenmod firmware right? So the firmware updates from MOTO G 3 I had installed will go resetted to the cyanogenmod firmware right?
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Correct.
Cm12.1 is just 5.1.1 that's why I said it would.
You may see custom aosp 6.0 ROMs before any real factory builds.
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Hi peps,
I just switched from my crappy HTC One X to my new Moto G3 and I'm in love!
I don't really want a custom ROM, but I'd like to undervolt this babe. But since a root requires unlocking the bootloader = voiding the manufacturers warranty, I don't really wanna do that..
I've bought it over Amazon and I live in the EU, so I technically still have the retailer's warranty and Amazon would replace it without a hassle, but yeah.. it's new and all.
But I know there are apps like towelroot, KingRoot and what not, do they work with the Moto G3? I'm on 5.1.1.
Jut install SuperSU ZIP using TWRP recovery
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Could you read my post first?
squid2 said:
Your bootloader must be unlocked to use this recovery.
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unlocking bootloader = voiding warranty.
shawly said:
Could you read my post first?
unlocking bootloader = voiding warranty.
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If you're worried about voiding the warranty, you're on the wrong site.
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If you're worried about voiding the warranty, you're on the wrong site.
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Thanks for this unnecessary input. :good:
On previous versions of Android there were exploits that allowed rooting the phone without unlocking the bootloader, which means you could keep your warranty and I just asked if it works on the current Moto G3 with Lollipop 5.1, why do you have to be such a smartass? It's a normal question, why can't I have a normal answer?
I used to root in one click in just one method on my previous phone xperia sp but i dont know this phone have any toll which will work or not?
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Thanks for this unnecessary input. :good:
On previous versions of Android there were exploits that allowed rooting the phone without unlocking the bootloader, which means you could keep your warranty and I just asked if it works on the current Moto G3 with Lollipop 5.1, why do you have to be such a smartass? It's a normal question, why can't I have a normal answer?
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Being a smartass is kind of my thing.
You're afraid to unlock your device's bootloader because you'll lose the warranty, but you're perfectly fine with risking the security of your device by rooting it, right? Seems odd to me, but whatever.
Generally speaking, both KingRoot and TowelRoot are used on devices where using those two methods are the only way to root those devices.
Unlocking the bootloader will have no ill effect on your device other than voiding the warranty, and, if you're worried about voiding your warranty, you shouldn't be trying to modify your device.
In the words of the always optimistic Ms. Frizzle: "Take chances, make mistakes, and get messy!"
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Just unlock the bootloader and root. You're making it too difficult for yourself, the whole point of the bootloader being locked is to prevent changes being made to the system.
Its like saying, you're going to break your windows to get into your house when you can just unlock the door.
Just unlock the bootloader and flash supersu for root.
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Also this.
Ragarianok said:
Being a smartass is kind of my thing.
You're afraid to unlock your device's bootloader because you'll lose the warranty, but you're perfectly fine with risking the security of your device by rooting it, right? Seems odd to me, but whatever.
Generally speaking, both KingRoot and TowelRoot are used on devices where using those two methods are the only way to root those devices.
Unlocking the bootloader will have no ill effect on your device other than voiding the warranty, and, if you're worried about voiding your warranty, you shouldn't be trying to modify your device.
In the words of the always optimistic Ms. Frizzle: "Take chances, make mistakes, and get messy!"
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Who said I'm afraid of unlocking the bootloader? Who said I never unlocked the bootloader of other phones before?
I just don't wanna lose my warranty in the first two or three months, in case my phone breaks unexpectedly, I also don't plan on using custom roms, I just want the root features so I can undervolt like I said and IF I could root it permanently without unlocking the bootloader, why not?
I'm not worried, it would just be convenient to have root without losing the warranty, that's it.
As far as I know you may be able to do it search kingroot in Google then download the apk and install it then open in and follow the instructions
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Who said I'm afraid of unlocking the bootloader? Who said I never unlocked the bootloader of other phones before?
I just don't wanna lose my warranty in the first two or three months, in case my phone breaks unexpectedly, ...
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Then leave the device stock ...
If you want the best of both worlds (root & warranty), then go buy a Nexus. Motorola drew a line in the sand as to what they will support, while still empowering owners with the option to unlock the bootloader.
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If you're worried about voiding the warranty, you're on the wrong site.
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Not really. While I've unlocked my previous phones, my new g3 I'm leaving locked for the first year, while the warranty lasts. But this site still has a few helpful stuff.
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...You're afraid to unlock your device's bootloader because you'll lose the warranty, but you're perfectly fine with risking the security of your device by rooting it, right? Seems odd to me, but whatever...if you're worried about voiding your warranty, you shouldn't be trying to modify your device...
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He just wants the warranty, but he doesn't care about rooting it because there's not really anything wrong with rooting if you know what you're doing and how to fix it.
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And to answer the question; you need to unlock the bootloader to root
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Question, I attempted to use towelroot on my stock g3 and got a message saying my phone is not supported. Any help is greatly appreciated. Also, fairly newbish, so be gentle!!
Jdwright0819 said:
Question, I attempted to use towelroot on my stock g3 and got a message saying my phone is not supported. Any help is greatly appreciated. Also, fairly newbish, so be gentle!!
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Towelroot is exploiting a bug in the Linux Kernel in order to root a device. This bug was already fixed in June 2014.
On all Kernels with a later build date Towelroot will most likely not work.
For sure it will not work on the Moto G3 with a kernel build date more than one year after this bug was fixed.
Thanks!
shawly said:
Hi peps,
I just switched from my crappy HTC One X to my new Moto G3 and I'm in love!
I don't really want a custom ROM, but I'd like to undervolt this babe. But since a root requires unlocking the bootloader = voiding the manufacturers warranty, I don't really wanna do that..
I've bought it over Amazon and I live in the EU, so I technically still have the retailer's warranty and Amazon would replace it without a hassle, but yeah.. it's new and all.
But I know there are apps like towelroot, KingRoot and what not, do they work with the Moto G3? I'm on 5.1.1.
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It's probably been answered already but those exploits are security flaws with the SE Linux system and so with each release of android these have been patched, by 5.1 these security holes have been fixed and now by locking the bootloader
It's like just locking down and modifications to the system partition so unfortunately you can't root without unlocking, unless you have android versions lower down
shawly said:
Thanks for this unnecessary input. :good:
On previous versions of Android there were exploits that allowed rooting the phone without unlocking the bootloader, which means you could keep your warranty and I just asked if it works on the current Moto G3 with Lollipop 5.1, why do you have to be such a smartass? It's a normal question, why can't I have a normal answer?
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I have unlocked bootloader and i m on stock recovery amd on stock rom without rooted. Can i install twrp without pc
Are you root yet
I have moto g 3, its bootloader is unlpcked but when I tried to root it using SuperSU and twrp recovery then I ended up corrupting it software. Can anybody tell me how to safely root it...?
Ankur1 said:
I have moto g 3, its bootloader is unlpcked but when I tried to root it using SuperSU and twrp recovery then I ended up corrupting it software. Can anybody tell me how to safely root it...?
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What version of TWRP did you use coz I know there were some bugs on the moto range with TWRP 2.X.
I would completely wipe device using stock recovery, including dalvic/cache/data everything just to be on the safe side, then download the TWRP zip to your computer and flash it on using ADB.
Boot up normally and move the superSU zip from the link to your phones internal storage. Then reboot to TWRP, select install and pick the zip file.
superSU.zip:
http://dl-1.va.us.xda-developers.com/3/6/5/5/4/0/1/BETA-SuperSU-v2.62-3-20151211162651.zip?key=u0OeGV4-4s02KJXqrXJ-gg&ts=1466705675
If you get stuck this might help:
https://motog3.com/unlock-bootloader-install-twrp-root-moto-g3/
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Jut install SuperSU ZIP using TWRP recovery
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Perhaps you can offer wisdom on this? I rooted my Moto G 3rd Gen once, wrecked something and had to go back to factory, then try to reroot again. Problem. No matter what I do in setting the device back to factory, the bootloader stays unlocked and reads the system software as "modified" which then seems to bork installing SuperSU. I install SuperSU via twrp and it goes fine, no errors, but when I reboot the system is lost in a loop of the "bootloader unlocked" screen.
So I cannot RE-lock the bootloader (ala setting the phone back to true factory) and after I flash SuperSU the phone refuses to successfully bootup.
Any aid? Ideas?
I had failed to backup my phone the first time with twrp and so to set to factory I downloaded the stock retail xml.zip for my phone and reflashed the entire thing via fastboot. Reinstall twrp, and try to root and the endless boot loop begins.
So I came to this thread to look into the possibility rooting my phone via another means that MIGHT work.
Get the Bootloader unlock code from MOTOROLA.
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
Follow the instructions, Pretty self explanatory.
yeah was pretty simple. Unlocked it as soon as i laid my hands on it few days back
what now after unlocking, where is twrp and xpose
what now after unlocking, where is twrp and xpose, please guide
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what now after unlocking, where is twrp and xpose, please guide
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Working on TWRP. After which root would be a piece of cake.
I have no idea who else is on TWRP.
carreddy said:
Working on TWRP. After which root would be a piece of cake.
I have no idea who else is on TWRP.[
Thanks...... will be waiting
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carreddy said:
Working on TWRP. After which root would be a piece of cake.
I have no idea who else is on TWRP.
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TWRP is done. Rooting made me into bootloop. I ran into issues when trying to flash back stock(I flashed the wrong firmware). Could anyone upload the NON-HLOS.bin and fsg.mbn alone?
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TWRP is done. Rooting made me into bootloop. I ran into issues when trying to flash back stock(I flashed the wrong firmware). Could anyone upload the NON-HLOS.bin and fsg.mbn alone?
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Sure, how do I go about that?
on flashing it says image not signed or corrupt ..... please guide
It is very simple.Just have to get the code from Motorola.I have successfully unlocked the bootloader and Installed TWRP recovery too.Has anyone tried flashing SuperSu on G4 plus.
Here i found a guide they mentioned that it may brick the device.
http://rootmygalaxy.net/moto-g4-plus-unlock-bootloader-install-twrp-root/
Xda thread >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...p-twrp-3-0-2-2-recovery-moto-g4-plus-t3386586
IamAlexD said:
It is very simple.Just have to get the code from Motorola.I have successfully unlocked the bootloader and Installed TWRP recovery too.Has anyone tried flashing SuperSu on G4 plus.
Here i found a guide they mentioned that it may brick the device.
http://rootmygalaxy.net/moto-g4-plus-unlock-bootloader-install-twrp-root/
Xda thread >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...p-twrp-3-0-2-2-recovery-moto-g4-plus-t3386586
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i got moto g4 not plus. but i can confirm that root will brick it for sure. TWRP works fine with backup-restore.
Does anyone know Motorola's official position on whether unlocking the bootloader also voids the warranty?
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Stanleywinthrop said:
Does anyone know Motorola's official position on whether unlocking the bootloader also voids the warranty?
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It's said in big letters on Motorola site : Unlocking void your waranty.
jdegreef said:
It's said in big letters on Motorola site : Unlocking void your waranty.
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Not in every country though, in my case when I had hardbricked my 1st Gen Moto G I was given a replacement despite me unlocking the bootloader
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Probably a replacement is decided on a case by case, so don't always depend on it. Also, this topic is from July...
echo92 said:
Probably a replacement is decided on a case by case, so don't always depend on it. Also, this topic is from July...
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Well it was because they had a faulty OTA 4.4.4 that when you upgraded from 4.4.2 it would hardbrick devices that unlocked their bootloader. Though I never told them that, just said that it just turned off during charging and after that it wouldn't turn on.
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ironman38102 said:
Well it was because they had a faulty OTA 4.4.4 that when you upgraded from 4.4.2 it would hardbrick devices that unlocked their bootloader. Though I never told them that, just said that it just turned off during charging and after that it wouldn't turn on.
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So they didn't know it was unlocked and didn't check. You're a lucky guy
jdegreef said:
So they didn't know it was unlocked and didn't check. You're a lucky guy
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Actually they could easily if they wanted to even if my phone was dead, since when you request unlock code from Moto they void your warranty even if you didn't use it to unlock the bootloader which means that the service centre might be able to check if I requested an unlock code(some sort of database maybe? Idk) but they didn't so yeah pretty lucky.
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moto g4 plus trying to unlock, but the massager says you cannot unlock?
Just got mine today and it looks like the value is NO even I have allowed OEM unlock in developer options. A quick search showed if the value is no, you will never be able to unlock.
A very bad news for me. A few questions:
1. is that really not possible to unlock it? Who shall I contact? Sony or Carrier?
2. Can I root with locked Bootloader? And flash TWRP and ROMs?
Thanks
Kan
No, there is no way to root or unlock your bootloader if it reads 'No' on 'bootloader unlock allowed?'
seanwuk said:
Just got mine today and it looks like the value is NO even I have allowed OEM unlock in developer options. A quick search showed if the value is no, you will never be able to unlock.
A very bad news for me. A few questions:
1. is that really not possible to unlock it? Who shall I contact? Sony or Carrier?
2. Can I root with locked Bootloader? And flash TWRP and ROMs?
Thanks
Kan
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I would RMA the device if it's not unlockable.
Unless u don't want to modify anything ever.
Did u got it branded from your network provider?
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langeveld024 said:
I would RMA the device if it's not unlockable.
Unless u don't want to modify anything ever.
Did u got it branded from your network provider?
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RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
DannyCanuck said:
No, there is no way to root or unlock your bootloader if it reads 'No' on 'bootloader unlock allowed?'
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I had lots of devices before. Most of them allow root with unlock bootloader. Sony is an exception?
seanwuk said:
I had lots of devices before. Most of them allow root with unlock bootloader. Sony is an exception?
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Yes it is.
On older Z series it was possible to root on stock kernel and therefore Unlocking bootloader wasn't required for rooting.
Since Z5, they implement Sony RIC and DM-VERITY, which prevents modification to system and therefore root.
To root, we need a kernel supporting root inside the boot image.
We can't flash any kernel other than stock (signed by Sony) on locked bootloader.
seanwuk said:
RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
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That's a bumm.
RMA means sending phone back and receive the money in return.
Did the seller told u it's carrierlocked phone?
Mostly on carrier locked phones there's no sticker or logo from the carrier visible on the outside.
U can try to contact Bell and explain them what's the problem. In some cases a carrier can unlock it for u. (they might charge a little fee for it)
Good luck!
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seanwuk said:
RMA means what, return? I got this from an individual, no way to return but to resell.
The carrier is Bell, a Canadian carrier. I don't see their logo on the phone.
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If you've got the Bell Z5 then you're in the same boat as myself. No way to unlock the bootloader, thus no way to root, meaning I can have ZERO fun with this device. I even paid Bell for a SIM Unlock thinking it might trigger the bootloader unlock option to change to 'Yes' Allowed, but no such luck.
DannyCanuck said:
If you've got the Bell Z5 then you're in the same boat as myself. No way to unlock the bootloader, thus no way to root, meaning I can have ZERO fun with this device. I even paid Bell for a SIM Unlock thinking it might trigger the bootloader unlock option to change to 'Yes' Allowed, but no such luck.
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So I guess you have contacted Bell for unlocking it but no success? Even we would like to pay a fee for it?
langeveld024 said:
Yes it is.
On older Z series it was possible to root on stock kernel and therefore Unlocking bootloader wasn't required for rooting.
Since Z5, they implement Sony RIC and DM-VERITY, which prevents modification to system and therefore root.
To root, we need a kernel supporting root inside the boot image.
We can't flash any kernel other than stock (signed by Sony) on locked bootloader.
That's a bumm.
RMA means sending phone back and receive the money in return.
Did the seller told u it's carrierlocked phone?
Mostly on carrier locked phones there's no sticker or logo from the carrier visible on the outside.
U can try to contact Bell and explain them what's the problem. In some cases a carrier can unlock it for u. (they might charge a little fee for it)
Good luck!
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Thanks for sharing with me. You are very knowledgeable. I bought from a guy who bought from Bell. I doubt Bell will actually support my request. I will try to use it for a bit and resell if I cannot live without root. I have been using root devices since HTC G1.
All phones from carriers usually have locked bootloaders, except for nexus devices. This is why you never buy from a carrier if you want custom roms.
seanwuk said:
Thanks for sharing with me. You are very knowledgeable. I bought from a guy who bought from Bell. I doubt Bell will actually support my request. I will try to use it for a bit and resell if I cannot live without root. I have been using root devices since HTC G1.
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It's worth trying, just see how they react
I got pretty used to root too, since my first Android a galaxy S i9000 lol
Though, when I bought this phone (my second Sony) I decided to use it without root too and in the beginning it was a bit of a struggle but later I didn't miss it at all.
I only unlocked my bootloader after a few months, just to use another kernel.
You can disable most (if not all) bloatware via settings.
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langeveld024 said:
It's worth trying, just see how they react
I got pretty used to root too, since my first Android a galaxy S i9000 lol
Though, when I bought this phone (my second Sony) I decided to use it without root too and in the beginning it was a bit of a struggle but later I didn't miss it at all.
I only unlocked my bootloader after a few months, just to use another kernel.
You can disable most (if not all) bloatware via settings.
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I think Android 6 did a good job controlling app permissions. But thats the thing as you mentioned, you cannot try variety of optimizations from community. sigh.
My boootloader unlock status is also NO.
Is there anyway to flash Androplus kernel with own recovery via fastboot flashtool to get recovery and than trough him install super su zip and with that way root Z5?
Allek84 said:
My boootloader unlock status is also NO.
Is there anyway to flash Androplus kernel with own recovery via fastboot flashtool to get recovery and than trough him install super su zip and with that way root Z5?
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If this or anything simmilar possible?
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Allek84 said:
If this or anything simmilar possible?
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Unfortunately not only way is change the device to one that says Bootloader unlock allowed YES the only carrier/network I know of that supply devices with unlockable Bootloaders for all there handsets whether payg or contract is three UK+Ireland as they only supply devices that are sim free network unlocked devices like what you would get from Sony store one of the main reasons I'm with them