Sooo I recently purchased this device and it is a nice lil budget phone with amazing battery life. I am reallllly hoping others are out there with this sucker and savvy enough to work together on rooting this device and possibly more customization later on down the road afterwards. I have the Cricket Variant LGK450 and so far getting into fastboot is a no go and I am basically stuck until root is gained on this device as I am guessing everyone else with it is as well. So this thread is basically for things you have tried to gain root on the device and sharing information on what has worked and what hasn't for you and any other tips and tricks you have discovered using this device any info could be helpful until we perhaps get an official thread in the LG Forums like the X Screen and X Cam have. So far the only thing I have really gotten into to do some tinkering with is using the dialer code *#LGMENU#*450# and you can modify various things there and some of the more useful tools for logging are there as well, and crash handler/ramdump etc. running a ls -l -R | grep -E "^c.{6}((r.)|(.w))" in shell shows that the only drivers we could mess with are as follows.
crw-rw-r-- system radio 10, 55 2016-01-01 08:32 alarm
crw-rw-rw- root root 10, 60 2016-01-01 08:32 ashmem
crw-rw-rw- root root 10, 61 2016-01-01 08:32 binder
crw-rw-r-- system system 10, 95 2016-01-01 08:32 ion
crw-rw-rw- system system 240, 0 2016-10-04 23:53 kgsl-3d0
crw-rw-rw- root root 1, 3 2016-01-01 08:32 null
crw-rw-rw- root root 5, 2 2016-10-04 23:53 ptmx
crw-rw-rw- root root 1, 8 2016-01-01 08:32 random
crw-rw-rw- root root 5, 0 2016-01-01 08:32 tty
crw-rw-rw- root root 1, 9 2016-01-01 08:32 urandom
crw-r--r-- root root 10, 53 2016-01-01 08:32 xt_qtaguid
crw-rw-rw- root root 1, 5 2016-01-01 08:32 zero
crw-rw-rw- root root 1, 3 1969-12-31 18:00 null
Everything else is permission denied.
I am also interested in this. I haven't got far at all. This is a great value phone so i am really hoping someone can root it.
I am wondering if we could compile this exploit and give it a try i tried to compile it with gcc but it threw a ton of errors but if someone else can put this together I will test it please check out the following exploit code https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39340/ We do indeed have sensord service and it is running as root so in theory this exploit should work on our device I think but I need someone to help me out with how I would compile it I have metasploit and such but i am pretty new to messing around in there I am running Kali Linux x64 my guess is that I am compiling it incorrectly.
Have a LG xpower android 6.0.1, tried many ways/online tutorial, can't root it
I have checked the connectivity by "adb devices".
After run command "adb reboot bootloader", LG Xpower then go to "fastboot mode". The screen is black and "=> FASTBOOT mode..." is shown at the left bottom corner.
However, after that, the PC was failed to recognize it.
I opened device manager and realised under the section "Other device" with an unsuccessfully installed device(unrecognized character). I have verified that is the LG Xpower by unplug and plug the USB cable.
I got stuck here.
Although Xpower can be in FASTBOOT mode but the PC cannot recognize it. Depressed.
I am new here and don't know how to post the screen capture image.
What provider do you have? I have cricket and no fastboot for me at all you would seem to at least have hope sounds like your just missing some drivers.
I am wondering guys I think what I have dug out of the device may be good news but wanted to get feedback on if yall think it would work or not, I got the otacerts.zip off of the device and within is releasekey.x509.pem which is the same key used to sign the OTA updates and they must match that key in order to pass and flash to the device sooooo if I was to make a prerooted system for instance and sign with this pem could I actually flash that to the device without a brick?
could anyone provide a link to a stock spft backup please!!
new root?
is there anyone who rooted the lg x power?
Well you could try the latest KingRoot I no longer have this device swapped to a s5 then also got me a moto g4 to tinker with. I would say best chance is kingroot.
KazuDante said:
could anyone provide a link to a stock spft backup please!!
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I just got this phone. Boost version.
1) Teach me how to make an original ROM backup... before I do anything.
Some people said use CWM. But that requires root? which I dont have.
So what do I use? Someone tell me the app, and steps, and ill upload it for the community to work on.
Let's get this phone rooted
2) Ah f*ck. As I was writing it did some update without my permission. "com.lge.bnr."
A "system" update is pending but I wont start it.
How do I disable auto updates? It's not a normal google play update, but some system or LG thing.
t5678 said:
I just got this phone. Boost version.
1) Teach me how to make an original ROM backup... before I do anything.
Some people said use CWM. But that requires root? which I dont have.
So what do I use? Someone tell me the app, and steps, and ill upload it for the community to work on.
Let's get this phone rooted
2) Ah f*ck. As I was writing it did some update without my permission. "com.lge.bnr."
A "system" update is pending but I wont start it.
How do I disable auto updates? It's not a normal google play update, but some system or LG thing.
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To disable updates....you can go to dialer and dial *#LGMENU#*450# I think that's the code and it will give you some.menus where the 450 is if your model is other than k450 then use those numbers instead but in those menus their is one for disable it update sorry I don't have the device anymore to say for are but I had done that on mine also the main prob is the security updates that's what will kill chances of rooting so don't take those if you can help it and I think some models like boost maybe if your able to get to fastboot then you should be able to unlock the bootloader then build a tarp or cwm recovery flash a systemless root and then custom Roms etc but for most if you can't get to fastboot like the attached or cricket variant then you will most likely have to wait til kingroot figures something out
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To disable updates....you can go to dialer and dial *#LGMENU#*450# I think that's the code and it will give you some.menus where the 450 is if your model is other than k450 then use those numbers instead but in those menus their is one for disable it update sorry I don't have the device anymore to say for are but I had done that on mine also the main prob is the security updates that's what will kill chances of rooting so don't take those if you can help it and I think some models like boost maybe if your able to get to fastboot then you should be able to unlock the bootloader then build a tarp or cwm recovery flash a systemless root and then custom Roms etc but for most if you can't get to fastboot like the attached or cricket variant then you will most likely have to wait til kingroot figures something out
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Thanks for the info on question 2).
Also thanks for the security update warning. Do you know if "com.lge.bnr" was the type of security update that makes rooting harder? If anyone can confirm, then future new owners can be quicker to disable it before the update is forced.
So for question 1), you are saying that for me to make a CWM backup, that I WILL have to unlock bootloader somehow?
If possible, I wanted to make a CWM backup without any risky flashing, in case a problem occurs - since if a problem does occur during flashing then I wouldnt have a backup to install lol.
But if someone tells me it is low risk, and the current method works on this new device, then ill try to get an original CWM backup for the rest of us to have as backup.
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Thanks for the info on question 2).
Also thanks for the security update warning. Do you know if "com.lge.bnr" was the type of security update that makes rooting harder? If anyone can confirm, then future new owners can be quicker to disable it before the update is forced.
So for question 1), you are saying that for me to make a CWM backup, that I WILL have to unlock bootloader somehow?
If possible, I wanted to make a CWM backup without any risky flashing, in case a problem occurs - since if a problem does occur during flashing then I wouldnt have a backup to install lol.
But if someone tells me it is low risk, and the current method works on this new device, then ill try to get an original CWM backup for the rest of us to have as backup.
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Well the only way to get a CWM backup or TWRP backup would be to first unlock the bootloader on the device, but since you can't get into fastboot to actually unlock the bootloader their is no safe way to flash a CWM or TWRP nor is their a custom recovery compiled for this device, you cant just flash any twrp or cwm build and expect it to function since they need to be compiled for each device independently in other words the CWM and TWRP are device specific and when you build either one you have to specify which partitions the specific device your building for is using for various things such as the system and boot etc. And these partitions vary from device to device, I am not sure what the app does that updated either, but for sure do not try to flash twrp or cwm unless it has been built for your specific device and you wont ever be able to without an unlocked bootloader since 6.0 uses dm verity etc if you flash custom recovery or rom to this device without the unlock in effect it will most likely soft brick at the very least. In the past their were ways to kind of sideload roms from the external sd card but that from what I know of is no longer an option unless someone figures out a new way to bypass the newer security checks, I am not going to say they never ever will but it will take some time at the very least....From all the times I have messed with rooting and customizations on android through the years I would say your safest bet in the future is to make an educated purchase before you decide to buy a new phone if you for sure want to be able to root and use custom anything like roms and kernels then you need to find out beforehand is your device going to support bootloader unlocking officially or is their already an exploit that will enable you to do so in existence at time of purchase, I find if the unlock is not supported officially then you would probably want to get a flagship device as the devs and exploit gurus typically work it out on those devices first and steer clear of ATT devices or Cricket as they rarely get the support from the community for things of this nature due to the total lockdown methods att seems to use on their devices in the past years to present. I would recommend HTC or Motorola as they seem to support unlocking officially on many more devices than other manufacturers and even still you may have to buy them directly from them vs the carrier as the carrier has the option most of the time to lock the bootloaders and customize the roms the way they want with all the bloatware etc. T-Mobile is also usually unlocked as well or at least easier to figure out a way to get unlocked vs ATT or Verizon, I am not sure about some of the smaller carriers but I think Metro PCS also has alot of devices that you can get unlocked fairly easy. I hope this sort of enlightens you to what exactly your asking for and educates you a little more for future reference. I am using Cricket as my carrier due to the cheaper price, no contracts and they use ATT towers which seem to have best reception in my area but their devices suck if you want to root and unlock the bootloader as they use the same firmware as the ATT phones and those too are mostly locked tight and most of them you cannot even get into the stock recovery without a no command message which does you no good at all, so I mostly order my devices from the net directly from the manufacturers and inquire beforehand on whether or not they support bootloader unlocking on them, or you can find good deals on swappa.com or sometimes ebay just make sure they are the right variant of the device your wanting, because sometimes you for instance have the LG X Power which on Cricket you cannot even get to Fastboot to even try to unlock the bootloader but on T-Mobile their variant probably would allow you to access it, the device would also be called LG X Power but the actual variant number would be different so you really gotta check all those things first. I really wanted to dev for this device too, but I quickly noticed that the chances of someone getting the thing unlocked were slim to none therefore I decided to move on. It is sad as the X Power does have some great potential to be made alot better with a custom kernel etc. but their is nobody with the knowledge needed really working on it at this time that I know of.
"they need to be compiled for each device independently"
So even if two people have the exact carrier model number, the CWM backup for one phone will not work for another phone (with a different MEID)?
I was trying to help give a CWM backup for people who have my carrier model phone, since I havent done the extra updates. But if its not possible...
"you wont ever be able to without an unlocked bootloader since 6.0 uses dm verity etc if you flash custom recovery or rom to this device without the unlock in effect."
So the downgrade to a lower android, then root, then update, doesnt work anymore (due to dm verity that prevents downgrading)? I have the LG Volt, and this was the method to root it.
"your safest bet in the future is to make an educated purchase before you decide to buy a new phone if you for sure want to be able to root and use custom anything."
I get what you are saying. Honestly, I just sort of assumed that someone would be able to hack it, since the hack comes out eventually. This phone is pretty new, or will get more popular with the black friday sale. Thus I think there is enough demand for people to work on this phone.
I had to do a quick buy since it was on sale. And I did research specs. I hate the new samsungs that dont have an LED notification. The flagships have it, but I couldnt afford those or the unlocks. So hopefully someone can find a solution to this good mid range phone with a high battery and octa core.
My LG Volt doesnt work anymore, so I need to get the new X power working soon
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PS I saw this before I bought the phone. Does it look legit? http://www.root-android.tech/2016/10/lg-x-power-8133.html
The link at "1." has one of those surveys to download it... so not sure if its a scam and the comments are fake? or...
How To Root LG X Power [Tutorial]
I rewrite this tutorial from forum.xda-developers.com :
1. Download Super-Root.apk for LG X Power from this link : Download or http://downloadsafe.org/file/0yF980
Tutorial Video : Easy Way To Download Super-Root.apk = http://how-to-root.com/10
2. Connect your device to your PC using the USB cable.
3. Copy the Super-Root.apk over to the root of your SD card.
4. Once it’s been copied, disconnect your device from your PC.
5. Head to Menu>>Settings>>Security on your device and enable the Unknown sources option.
6. Open the File Manager app on your device and install the app you copied earlier to your device.
7. Once the app’s been installed, launch it from your App Drawer.
8. Select Install SuperSU from the first dropdown menu.
9. Select exploit, tap on it in the app.
10. The app should begin rooting your device, shouldn’t take too long to finish.
11. Reboot your device once it’s been rooted.
12. You’re all done! Excellent! You’ve successfully rooted your Android device using the Super-Root.apk app and you should now be able to see the SuperSU app in your App Drawer!
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It works! Thank you!
Gary Mathews says
2 days ago
This is not a simple tutorial, but it works. Thanks.
Daniel says
5 days ago
Finally, I found a working tutorial. Thanks
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*Im not a pro. Just compiling info for others to look over, and to save time by not searching/trying things that dont work.
*Ill edit and add to the list if people tried other methods that dont work to get to the LG menu on this X Power phone.
"To disable updates....you can go to dialer and dial *#LGMENU#*450# I think that's the code and it will give you some.menus where the 450 is if your model is other than k450 then use those numbers instead but in those menus their is one for disable it update sorry I don't have the device anymore to say."
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I tried this and it didnt work. *#LGMENU#*755#
(It called and a voice said Im not authorized to make this call).
The stats for the 2016 Boost version of the LG "X Power" are:
Model LGLS 755
Hardware rev.1.1
Android 6.0.1
Software version LS755ZV5
This didn't work either to get the LG menu: http://www.phonearena.com/news/How-to-access-the-hidden-service-menu-on-the-LG-G4_id71670
LG G4's service menu. To access it, you have to input the code 277634#*# into the dialer.
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These basic codes arent working either. "Android Common Codes." http://joyofandroid.com/android-secret-codes-hidden-menu-dialler-codes/
Display Info about device: *#*#4636#*#*
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The voice says "Your account is not authorized to make calls to this number."
So im not sure if the codes are restricted from working on this device. Or if its due to me not having a phone number or service set up yet.
This phone is very much worthy of trying to acquire root..hope someone will be able to figure it out.
Hope to get bootloader unlocking tool by lg soon.
See these already available tools.
http://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev?categoryTypeCode=ANRS
Pretty sure these will never be available for Sprint Boost Mobile phones
Source Code-
Vanilla ROM: http://opensource.lge.com/osSch/list?types=NAME&search=lgus610
Cricket ROM: http://opensource.lge.com/osSch/list?types=NAME&search=lgk450
The X Power has OEM Unlock option in Developer Settings, so it should be as simple as replacing the Cricket ROM with the stock ROM. LG releases these open source, so editing will be easier.
To enter download mode, turn off the device, hold volume down or volume up depending on your software while inserting the data cable. To exit download mode, hold power and volume down for 15 seconds.
To enter reset mode, hold volume down and power until the lg logo appears, then release power and immediately hold power again.
I still haven't been successful in entering fastboot to enable fastboot oem unlock
t5678 said:
I just got this phone. Boost version.
1) Teach me how to make an original ROM backup... before I do anything.
Some people said use CWM. But that requires root? which I dont have.
So what do I use? Someone tell me the app, and steps, and ill upload it for the community to work on.
Let's get this phone rooted
2) Ah f*ck. As I was writing it did some update without my permission. "com.lge.bnr."
A "system" update is pending but I wont start it.
How do I disable auto updates? It's not a normal google play update, but some system or LG thing.
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Press and hold update notification until you see an info icon (i) to the right and tap it to disable notifications for updates
Boost Mobile LG LS755 X Power
goitalone said:
Press and hold update notification until you see an i (info) icon to the right and tap it to disable notifications for updates
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Wondering if there is a way to make this X Power Boost/Sprint version (LS755) work on GSM carrier like AT&T or Rogers in Canada?
There is a sim restriction built in, so when I put in other than CDMA sim card, it restricts it. Maybe flash another ROM?
Thanks
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As soon as I get my hands on this device I will be looking for vulnerabilities. Please everybody stay toned. ? I won't let you Maxx 2 owners down. I will get together with some brilliant Devs on here and we'll crack this device to its last security wall!! ??
DROID_4_UsEr said:
As soon as I get my hands on this device I will be looking for vulnerabilities. Please everybody stay toned. �� I won't let you Maxx 2 owners down. I will get together with some brilliant Devs on here and we'll crack this device to its last security wall!! ����
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Placeholders are not allowed.
When you have something in hand you can pm me to move this thread to dev section.
For now belongs to General.
Thank you for your understanding.
DROID_4_UsEr said:
As soon as I get my hands on this device I will be looking for vulnerabilities. Please everybody stay toned. ? I won't let you Maxx 2 owners down. I will get together with some brilliant Devs on here and we'll crack this device to its last security wall!! ??
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Any progress?
Anybody try kingroot?
I've tried KingRoot, along with several others.
KingRoot
FramaRoot
RootGenius
iRoot
Sunshine
KingoRoot (PC)
KingRoot was almost successful. After several attempts the kernel panicked enough that the SU binary was installed, but it didn't survive reboot.
My bootloader screen still shows the software state as "Modified," so I believe root could be easily achieved for someone with more experience than myself.
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This happens with some other devices and kingroot not holding past reboot. My new/used Maxx2 should be here next week and I suppose I can live without root for a while. Surprised to see almost no activity here, figured it would be a more popular device.
BeeRay02 said:
I've tried KingRoot, along with several others.
KingRoot was almost successful. After several attempts the kernel panicked enough that the SU binary was installed, but it didn't survive reboot.
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Have you tried the latest version of KingRoot released 3-9-16?
NewKingrootV4.82_C138_B250_xda_release_2016_03_09_105243.apk
Try this After Rooted with KingRoot:
- Install latest version of SuperSU from PlayStore or Superuser.apk from UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.65-20151226141550.zip
- Open SuperSu -> Update SU Binary -> Click Normal
- Other user management app detected -> *DO NOT REMOVE* -> *Click CANCEL*
- Binary updated Successfully -> *DO NOT REBOOT* -> *Click OK*
- Open SuperSu -> Settings -> Clean Up -> Remove other User Management apps
I just un-boxed my MAXX2 today.
It's not even charged or activated yet, but I will eventually test and report the results.
unaBonger said:
Have you tried the latest version of KingRoot released 3-9-16?
NewKingrootV4.82_C138_B250_xda_release_2016_03_09_105243.apk
Try this After Rooted with KingRoot:
- Install latest version of SuperSU from PlayStore or Superuser.apk from UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.65-20151226141550.zip
- Open SuperSu -> Update SU Binary -> Click Normal
- Other user management app detected -> *DO NOT REMOVE* -> *Click CANCEL*
- Binary updated Successfully -> *DO NOT REBOOT* -> *Click OK*
- Open SuperSu -> Settings -> Clean Up -> Remove other User Management apps
I just un-boxed my MAXX2 today.
It's not even charged or activated yet, but I will eventually test and report the results.
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Not even latest version works I tried already multiple times only goes to 27% and reboots and fails.
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I'm wonder ing if a Razr Blade type root may be possible (enabling the battery saver controls) or maybe the Turbo (Sunshine app). Has anyone looked at the root for the Moto XPlay? It's the same phone, and I know the Maxx 2 is Verizon, but there must be something to work off of.
I like my Android devices to have root. It separates us from the idiotPhones. If there's a dev out there that needs boot records or such, I'll be more than willing to offer mine. Just tell me know how and I'll send it over.
Thank you!
Thanks so much! Any progress?
Anyone tried the rooting techniques on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow? Everyone I know with the Maxx 2 is still on Lollipop.
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Anyone tried the rooting techniques on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow? Everyone I know with the Maxx 2 is still on Lollipop.
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Same
I really wish there was root for this phone. Even just to delete bloatware, but custom roms would be nice too :|
pearlheartgtr said:
It separates us from the idiotPhones.
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That is the greatest nickname I've ever seen given to iPhones.
JAS_21 said:
I really wish there was root for this phone. Even just to delete bloatware, but custom roms would be nice too :|
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Agreed
does anyone tried this method? at unlockbootloader.org/tutorial/motorola-droid-maxx-2
its a little fishy, mb someone already tried. It's my last hope before giving up.
vvSaKvv said:
does anyone tried this method? at unlockbootloader.org/tutorial/motorola-droid-maxx-2
its a little fishy, mb someone already tried. It's my last hope before giving up.
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I definitely wouldn't trust it. The ROM download link leads to a generic /download/rom_partN URL (not specific to Droid MAXX 2) that redirects to downloadsafe.org, and once there it presents one of those "Complete this survey so that advertisers can harvest your email address!" things. Also ScamAdvisor is extremely skeptical of this website. DO NOT TRUST UNLOCKBOOTLOADER.ORG.
JAS_21 said:
I really wish there was root for this phone. Even just to delete bloatware, but custom roms would be nice too :|
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hi bro !
in my maxx2 Verizon , i have an option in DEVELOPER OPTIONS to enable oem lock or unlock, so i simply asked to you that, can it work with this command "fastboot oem unlock" ?
I'm on
Android security patch lvl ct6 2016
sys version : 24.74.4(update available)
Android ver. : 6.o.1
once it is unlock so we can easily install trwp and easily install root etc.
reply fast !
medoxXx said:
hi bro !
in my maxx2 Verizon , i have an option in DEVELOPER OPTIONS to enable oem lock or unlock, so i simply asked to you that, can it work with this command "fastboot oem unlock" ?
I'm on
Android security patch lvl ct6 2016
sys version : 24.74.4(update available)
Android ver. : 6.o.1
once it is unlock so we can easily install trwp and easily install root etc.
reply fast !
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Motorola has an option to unlock the bootloader through their website. It won't work with the Droid Maxx 2, since Verizon locks their phones down, I now have a moto G4 plus I bought from Amazon. I used the OEM unlock option to root this device. It works on Verizon, but is not sold by them so it can be unlocked. Most Verizon phones are locked down pretty tight.
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Motorola has an option to unlock the bootloader through their website. It won't work with the Droid Maxx 2, since Verizon locks their phones down, I now have a moto G4 plus I bought from Amazon. I used the OEM unlock option to root this device. It works on Verizon, but is not sold by them so it can be unlocked. Most Verizon phones are locked down pretty tight.
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I know that buddy, but what about this one ????
May i unlock it and than attempt a try ??
Can someone PLEASE give me a rooting method for my J720F. I have tried everything from rooting apps to pc rooting but nothing works. There is no custom recovery for this model either. I dont care about knox but give me a rooting method. (It would be amazing if you still got a method to keep the knox tho)
I too have tried every option on a Galaxy J7 Model number J727U Android version 7.0 Android security patch level June 1, 2018 Baseband version J727UUES3ARF1 Kernal version 3.18.14-13002482 Build number NRD90M J727UUES3ARF1 Security Software Version ASKS v1.4 r Release 180122 Knox version 2.8. There is not any program available, free or for purchase to root the phone; that includes Dr Phone which borderlines being a joke, and talking with the authorized Samsung repair shop whom are on the same level as outsourced call centers. In addition, the "How to Uninstall Carrier/OEM Bloatware Without Root Access" article by Doug Lynch", which actually worked on some files, is no longer an option as of today 8/13/2018. Although Samsung published a statement saying Knox would not be installed in new products as it was being replaced by the security folder (which can be removed), they lied. If I could return the phone to Microcenter for a refund I would, and just wait to bite the bullet for the $600 Librem 5 to be released in 2019. However, I have learned a few things since diving into smartphones. 1st, Google is NOT your friend, and 2nd, Samsung is as bad and in many cases worse than M$. Individual privacy is a thing of the past unless you choose to get off the grid and pay cash for all transactions. Its going to take a high security Samsung employee to leak information or a Russian hacker to provide a method to remove system files such as Knox. The option of installing an older OS defeats the purpose of purchasing a new model.
Correction: "How to Uninstall Carrier/OEM Bloatware Without Root Access" article by Doug Lynch" still works o some files. Just need to use a different cable. I therefore have one cable for charging, and another one for data. Cannot confuse the two since battery drain is terrible at best and the J7 requires nearly daily charging even when not being used. Hopefully Samsung will have a recall and bring it up to that of an average phone.
pbisded said:
Can someone PLEASE give me a rooting method for my J720F. I have tried everything from rooting apps to pc rooting but nothing works.
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Unlock the Bootloader if you have got the Snapdragon Version. Flash TWRP with Odin and then flash Magisk v16.0 with TWRP. After that install Magisk Manager. As easy as that! Links down below:
TWRP:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7-2017/development/recovery-t-r-p-3-2-1-0-t3751717
Magisk:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445/page1
If you need further help, please PM me ?
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pbisded said:
There is no custom recovery for this model either.
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Sure there is! Check the link up below.
Is this for my phone's model?
I don't wanna brick my only good phone.
pbisded said:
Is this for my phone's model?
I don't wanna brick my only good phone.
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Just checked it. Have in mind, my phone is NOT a J7 Pro.
It's a J7 Duo. (Silently Launched. Don't hope you know about it)
check
pbisded said:
Just checked it. Have in mind, my phone is NOT a J7 Pro.
It's a J7 Duo. (Silently Launched. Don't hope you know about it)
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Check the vid, just in case it works.
that model hasn't been rooted yet ..
good luck with your phone.
pbisded said:
Just checked it. Have in mind, my phone is NOT a J7 Pro.
It's a J7 Duo. (Silently Launched. Don't hope you know about it)
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Hi, I have a Galaxy J7 Duo (SM-J720F) with android 8.0. Were you able to root it or could you please indicate me where to get information to root it.
It would be really helpful
thanks
pbisded said:
Just checked it. Have in mind, my phone is NOT a J7 Pro.
It's a J7 Duo. (Silently Launched. Don't hope you know about it)
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Why doesn't someone compile a TWRP already??
I'm requesting the experts here.
Try Magisk. (I've personally tried and succeeded).
1. Extract "boot.img" from J720F's latest stock firmware and copy it to your sd-card.
2. Install latest Magisk Manager apk.
3. Through Magisk patch the stock "boot.img" in Odin flashable ".img.tar" format.
4. Copy the "patched-boot.img.tar" to your pc and load it in Odin's "AP".
5. Make sure your phone is OEM unlocked.
6. Go to recovery mode and make factory reset/wipe data for best result (I've not tested whether it works without factory reset)
7. Go to download mode (Newer models like J720F doesn't support previous download mode access method by pressing and holding volume down+home+power buttons. New method is pressing and holding "volume down+home" button and attaching the usb cable).
8. Flash the "patched-boot.img.tar"
9. After restart finish additional setups in Magisk app.
10. Enjoy!
After putting my FRP-stuck T-Mobile V20 away for a couple months, I was unfortunately surprised to learn that very little public progress has been made on the subject since my last give-up. I dedicated the last day to trying to figure out FRP bypass for my LG V20, and upon re-researching, I have...
1. Managed to downgrade my V20 to H91810j, though this version still has all exploits patched to get through FRP (to my knowledge).
2. Upon further research, I concluded that what I need is to successfully downgrade to H91810d, as it's the only pre-December 2016 update available (pre-December updates have un-patched exploits to be able to get into the phone). Unfortunately, this update was the one released on the phones stock from the factory, which made it next to impossible to find a KDZ file as they were't "pushed" to the general public.
3. Through researching countless other threads, I've come across this link (I can't share as I still haven't posted 10 times, can DM if needed for reference) which appears to be the closest possible file to the needed H91810d, except the download is a .ZIP that contains Boot.img and Modem.img, which I'm not familiar with using, and no .KDZ file.
4. Further research concluded that I could TWRP-push these files to a TWRP unlocked device, but because of the locked FRP, such a thing isn't possible. My last and final method (which I will try tomorrow as it's 8 AM and i've been trying to get this damned phone unlocked for hours and need sleep) will be one recommended on another forum, which is to downgrade, reset the phone, upgrade, reset the phone, and continue on until FRP is no longer on the device.
Researching into other devices proves that it's definitely possible, though the V20 (especially the H918 model at that) seems to have far less information available towards achieving this. After giving a selection of paid services a look as well, the majority didn't have the ability to unlock the V20 either, which makes me question what the V20 is doing differently from other devices. If anybody has any information that could help me or the community in the matter, please let me know!
caldermody said:
After putting my FRP-stuck T-Mobile V20 away for a couple months, I was unfortunately surprised to learn that very little public progress has been made on the subject since my last give-up. I dedicated the last day to trying to figure out FRP bypass for my LG V20, and upon re-researching, I have...
1. Managed to downgrade my V20 to H91810j, though this version still has all exploits patched to get through FRP (to my knowledge).
2. Upon further research, I concluded that what I need is to successfully downgrade to H91810d, as it's the only pre-December 2016 update available (pre-December updates have un-patched exploits to be able to get into the phone). Unfortunately, this update was the one released on the phones stock from the factory, which made it next to impossible to find a KDZ file as they were't "pushed" to the general public.
3. Through researching countless other threads, I've come across this link (I can't share as I still haven't posted 10 times, can DM if needed for reference) which appears to be the closest possible file to the needed H91810d, except the download is a .ZIP that contains Boot.img and Modem.img, which I'm not familiar with using, and no .KDZ file.
4. Further research concluded that I could TWRP-push these files to a TWRP unlocked device, but because of the locked FRP, such a thing isn't possible. My last and final method (which I will try tomorrow as it's 8 AM and i've been trying to get this damned phone unlocked for hours and need sleep) will be one recommended on another forum, which is to downgrade, reset the phone, upgrade, reset the phone, and continue on until FRP is no longer on the device.
Researching into other devices proves that it's definitely possible, though the V20 (especially the H918 model at that) seems to have far less information available towards achieving this. After giving a selection of paid services a look as well, the majority didn't have the ability to unlock the V20 either, which makes me question what the V20 is doing differently from other devices. If anybody has any information that could help me or the community in the matter, please let me know!
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Are you rooted, with TWRP installed?
pawar21 said:
Are you rooted, with TWRP installed?
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I am not, I would attempt to root but without being able to enable USB debugging, I'm sort of at a stalemate.
Have you looked at this........https://youtu.be/NWTmVIXkFDI
caldermody said:
After putting my FRP-stuck T-Mobile V20 away for a couple months, I was unfortunately surprised to learn that very little public progress has been made on the subject since my last give-up. I dedicated the last day to trying to figure out FRP bypass for my LG V20, and upon re-researching, I have...
1. Managed to downgrade my V20 to H91810j, though this version still has all exploits patched to get through FRP (to my knowledge).
2. Upon further research, I concluded that what I need is to successfully downgrade to H91810d, as it's the only pre-December 2016 update available (pre-December updates have un-patched exploits to be able to get into the phone). Unfortunately, this update was the one released on the phones stock from the factory, which made it next to impossible to find a KDZ file as they were't "pushed" to the general public.
3. Through researching countless other threads, I've come across this link (I can't share as I still haven't posted 10 times, can DM if needed for reference) which appears to be the closest possible file to the needed H91810d, except the download is a .ZIP that contains Boot.img and Modem.img, which I'm not familiar with using, and no .KDZ file.
4. Further research concluded that I could TWRP-push these files to a TWRP unlocked device, but because of the locked FRP, such a thing isn't possible. My last and final method (which I will try tomorrow as it's 8 AM and i've been trying to get this damned phone unlocked for hours and need sleep) will be one recommended on another forum, which is to downgrade, reset the phone, upgrade, reset the phone, and continue on until FRP is no longer on the device.
Researching into other devices proves that it's definitely possible, though the V20 (especially the H918 model at that) seems to have far less information available towards achieving this. After giving a selection of paid services a look as well, the majority didn't have the ability to unlock the V20 either, which makes me question what the V20 is doing differently from other devices. If anybody has any information that could help me or the community in the matter, please let me know!
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This is the guide i used & im on h91810p & i had mine bypassed & ready to setup in just under an hour.....
https://www.hardreset.info/devices/...ication/frp-lg-google-account-2018-x-power-2/
Sent from my LG-H918 using XDA Labs
pump0666 said:
This is the guide i used & im on h91810p & i had mine bypassed & ready to setup in just under an hour.....
https://www.hardreset.info/devices/...ication/frp-lg-google-account-2018-x-power-2/
Sent from my LG-H918 using XDA Labs
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Well for those trying, I have a phone on H91810q, and the above process (hardreset link) does not work. when getting to the step to allow unsigned binaries it will not toggle. I tried a few other approaches that might get USB enabled (e.g. via LDB in SVC mode, but it also failed to toggle).
Does any know if you can downgrade an FRP locked phone without USB enabled? e.g. using the process described in the thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/step-step-guide-lg-v20-h918-unlocking-t3808258
Asking before I have to go find a windows box and spend an hour or so trying, in vain, if it is not possible.
drinnovation said:
Well for those trying, I have a phone on H91810q, and the above process (hardreset link) does not work. when getting to the step to allow unsigned binaries it will not toggle. I tried a few other approaches that might get USB enabled (e.g. via LDB in SVC mode, but it also failed to toggle).
Does any know if you can downgrade an FRP locked phone without USB enabled? e.g. using the process described in the thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/how-to/step-step-guide-lg-v20-h918-unlocking-t3808258
Asking before I have to go find a windows box and spend an hour or so trying, in vain, if it is not possible.
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Have you tried downgrading to h91810p first? H91810q might be patched as not to allow this method. Both h91810p & q are ARB1 so you CAN roll back before proceeding
Sent from my LG-H918 using XDA Labs
I should also add that I used the method with Bluetooth earpiece. & comp method-
Hi i found official stock rom
mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/troika/official/RETAIL/TROIKA_RETAIL_10_QSB30.62-17_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
Will this work on the reteu devices (being from a different channel)?
FelixNevorsky said:
Hi i found official stock rom
mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/troika/official/RETAIL/TROIKA_RETAIL_10_QSB30.62-17_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
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What Does The Letter QSB Mean?
In The Previous Rom Are PSB Or PSBS
takoa said:
What Does The Letter QSB Mean?
In The Previous Rom Are PSB Or PSBS
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My guess is that QSB is for Android 10 (it was called Q for some time). And PSB is 9.0 (aka Pie)
I mean the letters sbs and sb. thanks
takoa said:
I mean the letters sbs and sb. thanks
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ummmm......Stable build.....maybe
Was Anyone able to root this version?
Wintershade said:
Will this work on the reteu devices (being from a different channel)?
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Yes, it should. It's been already tested here on the forum with pretty good results. So yeah, I'd say it will. But if you're not in a hurry, maybe you can wait for a bit longer to get the official build for RETEU.
Channel Signification Firmware
Is a list exist for channel signification for https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/troika/official/
or a way to knows the signication ?
RETEU = Europe
RETUS = USA
RETCA = Canada
RETRU = ???
etc ...
Compatibility Variant / Firmware
Is exists a thumb rule for compatibility firmwares in between XT2013-1, XT2013-2, XT2013-3, XT2013-4.
Actually, I have a XT2013-4 device and I would like flash another firmware variant.
Thanks
RETRU = Russia
RETBR = Brazil
RETAR = Argentina
etc...
Well, I don't think there is any compatibility table or something... At least not an official one. )
Also, I would not try a "-1" firmware for example, on a "-4" device. If I'm not mistaken, one of them (probably the -4 variant...?) is Single SIM. The other ones I think are Dual SIM models (XT2013-2 surely is). So I don't think that's gonna work.
The only compatibility I can confirm is a XT2013-2 device running the RETAIL version without major issues (the signal seems to be lower for both carrier and wifi, for some reason, but other than that, everything works). Everything else is at your own risk. But again, I would not recommend flashing a -1/-2/-3 ROM onto your -4 device. Unless someone else did it and it went ok.
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RETRU = Russia
RETBR = Brazil
RETAR = Argentina
etc...
Well, I don't think there is any compatibility table or something... At least not an official one. )
Also, I would not try a "-1" firmware for example, on a "-4" device. If I'm not mistaken, one of them (probably the -4 variant...?) is Single SIM. The other ones I think are Dual SIM models (XT2013-2 surely is). So I don't think that's gonna work.
The only compatibility I can confirm is a XT2013-2 device running the RETAIL version without major issues (the signal seems to be lower for both carrier and wifi, for some reason, but other than that, everything works). Everything else is at your own risk. But again, I would not recommend flashing a -1/-2/-3 ROM onto your -4 device. Unless someone else did it and it went ok.
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Thanks for your answer, I have a XT2013-4 and I can confirm that's is a Single SIM.
For info, on my XT2013-4 I tried two différents android 10 firmware made for XT2013-2 and they both runs very smooth but time will tells if there's any issues
- TROIKA_RETAIL_10_QSBS30.62-17-2_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml
- XT2013-2_TROIKA_RETRU_10_QSB30.62-19_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml
/Regards
arsradu said:
RETRU = Russia
RETBR = Brazil
RETAR = Argentina
etc...
Well, I don't think there is any compatibility table or something... At least not an official one. )
Also, I would not try a "-1" firmware for example, on a "-4" device. If I'm not mistaken, one of them (probably the -4 variant...?) is Single SIM. The other ones I think are Dual SIM models (XT2013-2 surely is). So I don't think that's gonna work.
The only compatibility I can confirm is a XT2013-2 device running the RETAIL version without major issues (the signal seems to be lower for both carrier and wifi, for some reason, but other than that, everything works). Everything else is at your own risk. But again, I would not recommend flashing a -1/-2/-3 ROM onto your -4 device. Unless someone else did it and it went ok.
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There's an interesting channel listing on a XDA TREAD "Identify Software Channel"
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-z-play/help/identify-software-channel-t3555285
/Thanks
Gypsy said:
There's an interesting channel listing on a XDA TREAD "Identify Software Channel"
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-z-play/help/identify-software-channel-t3555285
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that is very good to know. thank you!
Gypsy said:
Thanks for your answer, I have a XT2013-4 and I can confirm that's is a Single SIM.
For info, on my XT2013-4 I tried two différents android 10 firmware made for XT2013-2 and they both runs very smooth but time will tells if there's any issues
- TROIKA_RETAIL_10_QSBS30.62-17-2_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml
- XT2013-2_TROIKA_RETRU_10_QSB30.62-19_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml
/Regards
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Hi..
I have one action with xt2013-4 too.. and wait update to android 10 for long time.. ?
Will you give me an information if my phone model may get OTA android 10? If yes when? If you know.. ?
Otherwise, if I want to flash android 10 to my device, will you give me a guidance how to flash with another ROM model TROIKA, but it compatible with my device like you information before..
Thanks for the feedback
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zaqiezsbelelzsinski said:
Hi..
I have one action with xt2013-4 too.. and wait update to android 10 for long time..
Will you give me an information if my phone model may get OTA android 10? If yes when? If you know..
Otherwise, if I want to flash android 10 to my device, will you give me a guidance how to flash with another ROM model TROIKA, but it compatible with my device like you information before..
Thanks for the feedback
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Nobody knows when. At least you won't find this information publicly available. Since XT2013-4 seems to be the only remaining model to update...I guess it shouldn't be that much longer.
If you can wait, I would advise you to wait. Flashing is not that difficult. But it comes with some risks, and in case you need to unlock your bootloader for whatever reason, it voids your warranty. So, while not impossible, it would be easier to wait, if you can. I know it's not easy! )
Basic instructions (in case you really wanna do this):
1. get the script attached to THIS post specifically (you're gonna need adb and fastboot files in the same folder as your ROM). You can also type the commands manually, but why bother when you can use a script to do it automatically for you? Also, make sure you choose Android 10! The commands are different for Android 10 compared to Android 9!
2. download the ROM from here (if you want to use the RETAIL channel).
3. unzip it
4. add adb and fastboot into the same folder, along with the script
5. connect the phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging, as well as the fingerprinting pop-up that follows it (also check the box for Always Allow)
6. boot into bootloader/fastboot (from a cold start, press Power + Volume Down).
7. flash with fastboot (using the script above)
8. done.
/!\ MAKE SURE YOU DON'T UPDATE YOUR SECURITY PATCH! THE SECURITY PATCH VERSION YOU'RE CURRENTLY USING AND THE ONE YOU'RE ABOUT TO FLASH NEED TO MATCH, in order to have the least amount of troubles!
Otherwise you might have some issues if you're trying to go back. I know it's tempting to just go and flash the newest version. BUT DON'T!
Again, this is just so you know in a few steps, how it's done. I would still advise you to wait, if you can. So you don't flash the wrong thing, or brick your phone, or stuff like that.
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Nobody knows when. At least you won't find this information publicly available. Since XT2013-4 seems to be the only remaining model to update...I guess it shouldn't be that much longer.
If you can wait, I would advise you to wait. Flashing is not that difficult. But it comes with some risks, and in case you need to unlock your bootloader for whatever reason, it voids your warranty. So, while not impossible, it would be easier to wait, if you can. I know it's not easy! )
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@zaqiezsbelelzsinski
I can't and more to @arsradu's answers, but just in case you decide to unlock your bootloader for whatever reason, it voids your warranty., there's the link:
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
Good luck, if you have any difficulty, please ask!
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Basic instructions (in case you really wanna do this):
1. get the script attached to THIS post specifically (you're gonna need adb and fastboot files in the same folder as your ROM). You can also type the commands manually, but why bother when you can use a script to do it automatically for you? Also, make sure you choose Android 10! The commands are different for Android 10 compared to Android 9!
2. download the ROM from here (if you want to use the RETAIL channel).
3. unzip it
4. add adb and fastboot into the same folder, along with the script
5. connect the phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging, as well as the fingerprinting pop-up that follows it (also check the box for Always Allow)
6. boot into bootloader/fastboot (from a cold start, press Power + Volume Down).
7. flash with fastboot (using the script above)
8. done.
/!\ MAKE SURE YOU DON'T UPDATE YOUR SECURITY PATCH! THE SECURITY PATCH VERSION YOU'RE CURRENTLY USING AND THE ONE YOU'RE ABOUT TO FLASH NEED TO MATCH, in order to have the least amount of troubles!
Otherwise you might have some issues if you're trying to go back. I know it's tempting to just go and flash the newest version. BUT DON'T!
Again, this is just so you know in a few steps, how it's done. I would still advise you to wait, if you can. So you don't flash the wrong thing, or brick your phone, or stuff like that.[/QUOTE]
One thing I forgot to mention: simply requesting the bootloader unlock code will void your warranty. You don't even need to use it. Once you requested it, it's done.
Now, if you're super careful with that security patch I mentioned above, you might not need to request it in the first place, since you might not need to unlock your bootloader in the first place. Cool, huh?
Unfortunately I don't have so much experience with this. And it's not like I have a bunch of Moto One Actions I can test with. I only have my own. ) But in theory, if you don't update/downgrade your security patch, if you only flash ROMs with the exact same security patch, you could (again, this is just a theory, based on my own experience) go from Android 9 to 10 and back, without unlocking the bootloader. Because it looks like it's not the Android downgrade that's causing the issues. It's the security patch downgrade that forces you to unlock the bootloader.
And I wish I had this piece of knowledge before I requested my unlock code. )) But I didn't. So I'm just happy it wasn't for nothing and I learned a lot in the process.
arsradu said:
Nobody knows when. At least you won't find this information publicly available. Since XT2013-4 seems to be the only remaining model to update...I guess it shouldn't be that much longer.
If you can wait, I would advise you to wait. Flashing is not that difficult. But it comes with some risks, and in case you need to unlock your bootloader for whatever reason, it voids your warranty. So, while not impossible, it would be easier to wait, if you can. I know it's not easy! )
Basic instructions (in case you really wanna do this):
1. get the script attached to THIS post specifically (you're gonna need adb and fastboot files in the same folder as your ROM). You can also type the commands manually, but why bother when you can use a script to do it automatically for you? Also, make sure you choose Android 10! The commands are different for Android 10 compared to Android 9!
2. download the ROM from here (if you want to use the RETAIL channel).
3. unzip it
4. add adb and fastboot into the same folder, along with the script
5. connect the phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging, as well as the fingerprinting pop-up that follows it (also check the box for Always Allow)
6. boot into bootloader/fastboot (from a cold start, press Power + Volume Down).
7. flash with fastboot (using the script above)
8. done.
/!\ MAKE SURE YOU DON'T UPDATE YOUR SECURITY PATCH! THE SECURITY PATCH VERSION YOU'RE CURRENTLY USING AND THE ONE YOU'RE ABOUT TO FLASH NEED TO MATCH, in order to have the least amount of troubles!
Otherwise you might have some issues if you're trying to go back. I know it's tempting to just go and flash the newest version. BUT DON'T!
Again, this is just so you know in a few steps, how it's done. I would still advise you to wait, if you can. So you don't flash the wrong thing, or brick your phone, or stuff like that.
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Thank you for the feedback
Yes, I understand about the risk. Many years ago I always flashing my device (Nexus 5) while it was release update, but that was then ?. Now, Maybe I will be waiting till my device get update to android 10.
The problem is, there is no valid information from Motorola especially TROIKA XT2013-4 about update to android 10.
Thanks for your advice about flashing ROM..
Cheers ???
You could try to contact your local Motorola Support team. I don't think they will give you an actual ETA. But maybe they can tell you wether or not there will be an update to Android 10 for this particular model (XT2013-4). I think there should be. I see no reason why this particular model would be an exception. But you could double check that. Just in case.
Logic would suggest that there should be one soon. XT2013-1 and XT2013-2 already got the update. So it would make sense for the "-4" model to follow.
Sent from my motorola one action using Tapatalk
arsradu said:
One thing I forgot to mention: simply requesting the bootloader unlock code will void your warranty. You don't even need to use it. Once you requested it, it's done.
Now, if you're super careful with that security patch I mentioned above, you might not need to request it in the first place, since you might not need to unlock your bootloader in the first place. Cool, huh?
Unfortunately I don't have so much experience with this. And it's not like I have a bunch of Moto One Actions I can test with. I only have my own. ) But in theory, if you don't update/downgrade your security patch, if you only flash ROMs with the exact same security patch, you could (again, this is just a theory, based on my own experience) go from Android 9 to 10 and back, without unlocking the bootloader. Because it looks like it's not the Android downgrade that's causing the issues. It's the security patch downgrade that forces you to unlock the bootloader.
And I wish I had this piece of knowledge before I requested my unlock code. )) But I didn't. So I'm just happy it wasn't for nothing and I learned a lot in the process.
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@arsradu
I notice you have experience with security patches, tanks you to had shared!
IF I REALLY NEED TO DOWNGRADE MY SECURITY PATCH ! EVEN with all amounts of troubles, IS THERE A WAY doing it?
Thanks
You can manually update to latest Android 11 (April patch)
Bootloader unlock may be required.
Download the ROM https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmwar...-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_cid50_CFC.xml.zip
Unpack the zip and enter bootloader (turn the phone off and press and hold volume down and power it on)
Flash everything EXCEPT radio.img. Failure to do it will result in NO SIM error!
Everything is better with this version ROM. Do not update to Android at this time because it's a mess.
I manually upgraded to A12 on my XT2141-2 as soon as I was able. The only issue I've had was SIM not detected with 1 specific Lsposed module enabled, disabling that one module resolved that though. And ofc not having Gravity Box yet kinda sucks but I've had a blast with new theming possibility with A12 thanks to Repainted and Project Themed apps.
Could you elaborate on any issues you experienced yourself?
Sorry to have to ask this, but what happens if I somehow screw things up? unless I'm mistaken there's no TWRP for this phone (yet) to help with recovery...and how might I go about backing things up before I try to flash a new ROM build on my device? (Still new to things)
edit: addition: probably a stupid question, but I've only ever flashed the `boot.img` file, am I supposed to "fastboot flash" every file over?
ruq said:
Sorry to have to ask this, but what happens if I somehow screw things up? unless I'm mistaken there's no TWRP for this phone (yet) to help with recovery...and how might I go about backing things up before I try to flash a new ROM build on my device? (Still new to things)
edit: addition: probably a stupid question, but I've only ever flashed the `boot.img` file, am I supposed to "fastboot flash" every file over?
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will this unlock verizon edge 5g
jakethesnake24 said:
will this unlock verizon edge 5g
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No. Everything I've read states that Verizon Phones are hard-locked-down and cannot be rooted, unless there exists or is discovered at some point in the future an exploit to crack such phones. Sorry if that means you're out of luck.
I believe the preferred way of having a rootable phone is to always outright purchase it independently of any carrier. I purchased mine unlocked at a Best Buy.
In case anyone is reading this and getting a 404 on the OG post link for the ROM I found it under this updated link.