2nd post contains solution.
Hello,
We have a Choose "Your Own Device" policy in our company where users can purchase many devices from a catalogue (Android and iOS).
When employees leave the company, they return the device to IT where it is wiped and handed to the next user if device still has warranty.
Reason I mention that is because I don't want comments like "is it stolen" etc...
How to bypass the Google Account protection when doing a factory reset?
We don't own an OTG cable.
I have tried with the method using SideSync to open Google Chrome and download the APK that opens Settings.
Then, via the Samsung Apps installed a File Explorer to install the APK which actually brings me to settings where I can do a factory reset.
However, that doesn't work. I still get the Google protection after the reset.
Not even sure if it will work with an OTG cable as it would actually do the same thing.
Did anyone successfully bypass this on a Samsung?
OK, I just managed to bypass this freaking FRP!
Just a combination of different methods I've found.
Phone was:
Samsung Galasy S3 (SM-J320F)
Android 5.1.1
Not sure if this will work in Marshmallow.
What I did:
Downloaded and installed Samsung SideSync on my PC and started it
Start device until you see the Google Account Protection (or whatever you call it)
Connect phone via USB to PC which shows a small popup menu on the phone
From that menu, open Chrome
Browse to: http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/?dir=Apps
Download the file: com.sika524.android.quickshortcut.apk
6a. This is the Quick Shortcut Maker
Hit the back button until you see the first page in Chrome and hit OK to start the Samsung Apps
7a. If you closed Chrome, just unplug the USB cable and connect phone again
In Samsung Apps search for ES File Explorer and install it (or any other File Browser)
8a. You will be prompted to login with your Samsung Account to be able to install the app, just do it
Open ES File Explorer and install the APK that you've downloaded before (it's in the Downloads folder)
Open Quick Shortcut Maker and wait for all apps to populate
Scroll down and tap on "Google Account Manager" to expand it
Scroll down until you see the one with the description "Type Email and Password"
12a. For some reason I had 2 entries saying "Type Email and Password". I just selected the first one.
Tap "Try"
Go the menu in the right top corner and select "Browser sign-in"
Login with your own Google Account
Hit the "Back" button until you are at the first screen again or at least until the Wi-Fi selection
Now follow the wizard, you have successfully added your own account and the other one is forgotten
Can't do anything sidesync won't connect my phone or otg not showing any folder any advice?
nabelar82 said:
Can't do anything sidesync won't connect my phone or otg not showing any folder any advice?
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Don't worry there is a lot more ways to unlock Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices. You may try the guide Bypass Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices using latest method. It works for all devices, check the method and apply it. Peace!
George Matthews said:
Don't worry there is a lot more ways to unlock Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices. You may try the guide Bypass Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices using latest method. It works for all devices, check the method and apply it. Peace!
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no way to flash anytihing due to the frp lock on download mode
nabelar82 said:
no way to flash anytihing due to the frp lock on download mode
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You can try other method on that website, there are bundle of helpful guides majorly about Samsung devices. You should give it a try.
Your method worked for my J320G
dinci5 said:
OK, I just managed to bypass this freaking FRP!
Just a combination of different methods I've found.
Phone was:
Samsung Galasy S3 (SM-J320F)
Android 5.1.1
Not sure if this will work in Marshmallow.
What I did:
Downloaded and installed Samsung SideSync on my PC and started it
Start device until you see the Google Account Protection (or whatever you call it)
Connect phone via USB to PC which shows a small popup menu on the phone
From that menu, open Chrome
Browse to: http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/?dir=Apps
Download the file: com.sika524.android.quickshortcut.apk
6a. This is the Quick Shortcut Maker
Hit the back button until you see the first page in Chrome and hit OK to start the Samsung Apps
7a. If you closed Chrome, just unplug the USB cable and connect phone again
In Samsung Apps search for ES File Explorer and install it (or any other File Browser)
8a. You will be prompted to login with your Samsung Account to be able to install the app, just do it
Open ES File Explorer and install the APK that you've downloaded before (it's in the Downloads folder)
Open Quick Shortcut Maker and wait for all apps to populate
Scroll down and tap on "Google Account Manager" to expand it
Scroll down until you see the one with the description "Type Email and Password"
12a. For some reason I had 2 entries saying "Type Email and Password". I just selected the first one.
Tap "Try"
Go the menu in the right top corner and select "Browser sign-in"
Login with your own Google Account
Hit the "Back" button until you are at the first screen again or at least until the Wi-Fi selection
Now follow the wizard, you have successfully added your own account and the other one is forgotten
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Worked like magic. Now I can use my phone again.
My go-to method did not work.
I'm bookmarking this one. Many thanks.
dinci5 said:
OK, I just managed to bypass this freaking FRP!
Just a combination of different methods I've found.
Phone was:
Samsung Galasy S3 (SM-J320F)
Android 5.1.1
Not sure if this will work in Marshmallow.
What I did:
Downloaded and installed Samsung SideSync on my PC and started it
Start device until you see the Google Account Protection (or whatever you call it)
Connect phone via USB to PC which shows a small popup menu on the phone
From that menu, open Chrome
Browse to: http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/?dir=Apps
Download the file: com.sika524.android.quickshortcut.apk
6a. This is the Quick Shortcut Maker
Hit the back button until you see the first page in Chrome and hit OK to start the Samsung Apps
7a. If you closed Chrome, just unplug the USB cable and connect phone again
In Samsung Apps search for ES File Explorer and install it (or any other File Browser)
8a. You will be prompted to login with your Samsung Account to be able to install the app, just do it
Open ES File Explorer and install the APK that you've downloaded before (it's in the Downloads folder)
Open Quick Shortcut Maker and wait for all apps to populate
Scroll down and tap on "Google Account Manager" to expand it
Scroll down until you see the one with the description "Type Email and Password"
12a. For some reason I had 2 entries saying "Type Email and Password". I just selected the first one.
Tap "Try"
Go the menu in the right top corner and select "Browser sign-in"
Login with your own Google Account
Hit the "Back" button until you are at the first screen again or at least until the Wi-Fi selection
Now follow the wizard, you have successfully added your own account and the other one is forgotten
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This worked flawlessly on a Galaxy Grand Prime. Thanks!
No chance for dirtycow patched devices ? mine is pixel
thankz, its working
dinci5 said:
2nd post contains solution.
Hello,
We have a Choose "Your Own Device" policy in our company where users can purchase many devices from a catalogue (Android and iOS).
When employees leave the company, they return the device to IT where it is wiped and handed to the next user if device still has warranty.
Reason I mention that is because I don't want comments like "is it stolen" etc...
How to bypass the Google Account protection when doing a factory reset?
We don't own an OTG cable.
I have tried with the method using SideSync to open Google Chrome and download the APK that opens Settings.
Then, via the Samsung Apps installed a File Explorer to install the APK which actually brings me to settings where I can do a factory reset.
However, that doesn't work. I still get the Google protection after the reset.
Not even sure if it will work with an OTG cable as it would actually do the same thing.
Did anyone successfully bypass this on a Samsung?[thankz its working in my O+]
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dinci5 said:
OK, I just managed to bypass this freaking FRP!
Just a combination of different methods I've found.
Phone was:
Samsung Galasy S3 (SM-J320F)
Android 5.1.1
Not sure if this will work in Marshmallow.
What I did:
Downloaded and installed Samsung SideSync on my PC and started it
Start device until you see the Google Account Protection (or whatever you call it)
Connect phone via USB to PC which shows a small popup menu on the phone
From that menu, open Chrome
Browse to: http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/?dir=Apps
Download the file: com.sika524.android.quickshortcut.apk
6a. This is the Quick Shortcut Maker
Hit the back button until you see the first page in Chrome and hit OK to start the Samsung Apps
7a. If you closed Chrome, just unplug the USB cable and connect phone again
In Samsung Apps search for ES File Explorer and install it (or any other File Browser)
8a. You will be prompted to login with your Samsung Account to be able to install the app, just do it
Open ES File Explorer and install the APK that you've downloaded before (it's in the Downloads folder)
Open Quick Shortcut Maker and wait for all apps to populate
Scroll down and tap on "Google Account Manager" to expand it
Scroll down until you see the one with the description "Type Email and Password"
12a. For some reason I had 2 entries saying "Type Email and Password". I just selected the first one.
Tap "Try"
Go the menu in the right top corner and select "Browser sign-in"
Login with your own Google Account
Hit the "Back" button until you are at the first screen again or at least until the Wi-Fi selection
Now follow the wizard, you have successfully added your own account and the other one is forgotten
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I love you man......................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANKS
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George Matthews said:
Don't worry there is a lot more ways to unlock Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices. You may try the guide Bypass Factory Reset Protection from Samsung devices using latest method. It works for all devices, check the method and apply it. Peace!
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There is no way that this method could work on the SM-J327T1. This phone did not come out until 2016 and the link you provided show that any firmware before 12/01/2015?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy#Samsung_Galaxy_J
On the add wifi menu, just input any letter then select it all or long press until context menu will pop out. select google assist. type settings or use google speech to search for settings. select the settings then go to accounts, add samsung account. either log in existing account of create new account. follow on screen instructions and required fields to be issued. when done, restart your phone. Factory protection should be skipped and "account added" message will appear. follow final procedure for setting up your phone.
dinci5 said:
2nd post contains solution.
Hello,
We have a Choose "Your Own Device" policy in our company where users can purchase many devices from a catalogue (Android and iOS).
When employees leave the company, they return the device to IT where it is wiped and handed to the next user if device still has warranty.
Reason I mention that is because I don't want comments like "is it stolen" etc...
How to bypass the Google Account protection when doing a factory reset?
We don't own an OTG cable.
I have tried with the method using SideSync to open Google Chrome and download the APK that opens Settings.
Then, via the Samsung Apps installed a File Explorer to install the APK which actually brings me to settings where I can do a factory reset.
However, that doesn't work. I still get the Google protection after the reset.
Not even sure if it will work with an OTG cable as it would actually do the same thing.
Did anyone successfully bypass this on a Samsung?
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thanks that was the only way on my j5 2015 fully updated
How to bypass the Google Account protection when doing a factory reset?
dadayoyo04 said:
dinci5 said:
2nd post contains solution.
Hello,
We have a Choose "Your Own Device" policy in our company where users can purchase many devices from a catalogue (Android and iOS).
When employees leave the company, they return the device to IT where it is wiped and handed to the next user if device still has warranty.
Reason I mention that is because I don't want comments like "is it stolen" etc...
How to bypass the Google Account protection when doing a factory reset?
We don't own an OTG cable.
I have tried with the method using SideSync to open Google Chrome and download the APK that opens Settings.
Then, via the Samsung Apps installed a File Explorer to install the APK which actually brings me to settings where I can do a factory reset.
However, that doesn't work. I still get the Google protection after the reset.
Not even sure if it will work with an OTG cable as it would actually do the same thing.
Did anyone successfully bypass this on a Samsung?[thankz its working in my O+]
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Does this work for S8
I found my way passed this by dialing an emergency number from the emergency call dialer.
After dialing 112 swiping left gives you access to other features one of which is email.
Once you are into email messaging you can set up a legit email account and send an email.
From the email composition form you can attach things like documents and more importantly your current location to the email.
Once you attach your location you are prompted to confirm all of the location permission and taken to the gps menu and towards the bottom you will find a button for Google Location History.
Clicking this button brings you to an empty page with a 3 dot menu at the top right and from there you can view/manage location history, which opens your access to google maps.
From google maps go ahead and type in any destination as if you're navigating in your car , get directions and begin your journey.
Once you are enroute to your chosen destination hit the microphone at the top right and say "open google". This brings up the Google Search APP which allows access to settings -> security -> unknown sources -> back to Google Search App -> type in Chrome -> open browser -> search for "rootjunkysdl frp" -> install GoogleAccountManager6,apk -> install and open rootjunkysfrpbypass.apk -> 3 dot menu top right -> sign in with browser -> back to settings -> backup and reset -> set backup account -> back to setupWizard or reboot phone -> walk through setupwizard and account added / profit.
emergency call
oasisfleeting said:
I found my way passed this by dialing an emergency number from the emergency call dialer.
After dialing 112 swiping left gives you access to other features one of which is email.
Once you are into email messaging you can set up a legit email account and send an email.
From the email composition form you can attach things like documents and more importantly your current location to the email.
Once you attach your location you are prompted to confirm all of the location permission and taken to the gps menu and towards the bottom you will find a button for Google Location History.
Clicking this button brings you to an empty page with a 3 dot menu at the top right and from there you can view/manage location history, which opens your access to google maps.
From google maps go ahead and type in any destination as if you're navigating in your car , get directions and begin your journey.
Once you are enroute to your chosen destination hit the microphone at the top right and say "open google". This brings up the Google Search APP which allows access to settings -> security -> unknown sources -> back to Google Search App -> type in Chrome -> open browser -> search for "rootjunkysdl frp" -> install GoogleAccountManager6,apk -> install and open rootjunkysfrpbypass.apk -> 3 dot menu top right -> sign in with browser -> back to settings -> backup and reset -> set backup account -> back to setupWizard or reboot phone -> walk through setupwizard and account added / profit.
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can u please explain what u do during emergency call? like ok u get to email...but how? what did u tap?
Related
I am mad as hell.
I wanted to enable Google Now but in Google Settings I receive the message "Google Now requires location services which are not available".
Googled, found several "hacks", great. I tried the one where you unistall updates/disable Google Play services, etc... and I get the message to activate Google Now, but when I choose so and login with my email I get "This account is not eligible to use google now".
I tried this with 2 different gmail accounts, always get the same message. There are no info on Google about this problem.
Anyone has any idea how to enable google now? I need it, I love it, and I think I am going to break my nexus 5 if I can't have it.
By the way, I am on the latest developer L build (didn't work on 4.4.4 too, I kinda updated only because of the hope that it may work on L).
Also, on my Nexus 7 (2012) google now works great although I am using the same gmail account.
Any help is appreciated!
Uhhhhh.......
Turn on location? Why don't you try that and report back.
SilkyJohnson said:
Uhhhhh.......
Turn on location? Why don't you try that and report back.
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Read the first line of the original post...
Google Location services are not available in all countries (which is fine) but Google Now shouldn't explicitly need location services. Location services are not available in my country and Google Now still works with no problems on my Nexus 5 and worked on my Nexus 7 (2013) before I updated to the L Developer preview (using the Play Services - Uninstall updates trick) and still shows me location weather information, appointments, news updates, delivery updates, time to work.home, time to get to the location of my next appointment, etc... all without being able to enable location services. I don't understand why Google would limit their service when it clearly works with no problem but has no problems pushing out beta apps to everyone which clearly have issues (new hangouts desktop app).
The Play Services trick did not work on 5.0 for me either. If I do find a way around it I'll let you know.
UPDATE: Managed to get it working with the following steps:
1. Logged out of Google search app
2. Uninstall Play Services updates
3. Connect to a Free UK VPN (I used this: http://www.bestukvpn.com/)
4. Ask Google to remind you of something and select the opt in to Google Now option
5. Go through the steps to enable Google now.
6. When you get the "This account is not eligible to use Google now" click on search bar and search for anything
7. Open the hamburger menu while in search (click on the menu icon or slide from the left)
8. You will notice that you are not signed in. Select sign in and select your account.
9. Viola you will get the opt in to Google now option again and you should then have Google Now
That's what worked for me. Ask Google to remind you of something to make sure its working. Hope this helps .
jonmall1441 said:
UPDATE: Managed to get it working with the following steps:
1. Logged out of Google search app
2. Uninstall Play Services updates
3. Connect to a Free UK VPN (I used this: http://www.bestukvpn.com/)
4. Ask Google to remind you of something and select the opt in to Google Now option
5. Go through the steps to enable Google now.
6. When you get the "This account is not eligible to use Google now" click on search bar and search for anything
7. Open the hamburger menu while in search (click on the menu icon or slide from the left)
8. You will notice that you are not signed in. Select sign in and select your account.
9. Viola you will get the opt in to Google now option again and you should then have Google Now
That's what worked for me. Ask Google to remind you of something to make sure its working. Hope this helps .
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Doesn't work for me. After the 8th step I never get to the step 9. I sign in, get back on the home screen and never again get asked to opt-in to Google Now
Damn ...
I have the same problem ...I even made 3 more accounts but still not eligible...
????
But my brother made an account and is using Google now ...??
ljesh said:
Doesn't work for me. After the 8th step I never get to the step 9. I sign in, get back on the home screen and never again get asked to opt-in to Google Now
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Did you try creating a reminder using Google Now after the 8th step. Make sure you are still connected to the VPN. You have to open chrome after connecting to the VPN to verify the connection. A simple search should bring up a window to accept the VPN terms and conditions.
jonmall1441 said:
Did you try creating a reminder using Google Now after the 8th step. Make sure you are still connected to the VPN. You have to open chrome after connecting to the VPN to verify the connection. A simple search should bring up a window to accept the VPN terms and conditions.
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I am connected to the VPN, I can confirm by searching for my IP, it says I got a London IP.
After the 8th step when I try to create a reminder (remind me to thank johnmall1441) nothing happens... in fact, the program closes itself like it was killed. I don't have another device currently to record the screen and show what I am doing and what happens...
hi,
hpw to unninstal play services updates please ?
up
Managed to get it working !
-remove sim card
- Full wipe
-Install the rom (android 5.0)
-Skip Wifi Settings and everything else
-Once skipped all the settings steps, desactivate Location
- Activate Wifi
- Use VPN (bestukvpn Posted by jonmall1441)
-Activate google now and add your google account
Location Services
Hi all, this morning I went into Google Search settings and I could finally enable Google Location Services. This is what was blocking Google Now. With it enabled you shouldn't have to jump through hoops to opt-in. Try checking your location services settings in the Google Search app . They may have enabled it for a number of new countries.
Quick Tip: If the opt-in screen doesn't show up automatically, sign-out and sign-in in the Google Search app. Hope this helps.
Still not eligible ?
Tried v p ns and airplane mode
jonmall1441 said:
Read the first line of the original post...
Google Location services are not available in all countries (which is fine) but Google Now shouldn't explicitly need location services. Location services are not available in my country and Google Now still works with no problems on my Nexus 5 and worked on my Nexus 7 (2013) before I updated to the L Developer preview (using the Play Services - Uninstall updates trick) and still shows me location weather information, appointments, news updates, delivery updates, time to work.home, time to get to the location of my next appointment, etc... all without being able to enable location services. I don't understand why Google would limit their service when it clearly works with no problem but has no problems pushing out beta apps to everyone which clearly have issues (new hangouts desktop app).
The Play Services trick did not work on 5.0 for me either. If I do find a way around it I'll let you know.
UPDATE: Managed to get it working with the following steps:
1. Logged out of Google search app
2. Uninstall Play Services updates
3. Connect to a Free UK VPN (I used this: http://www.bestukvpn.com/)
4. Ask Google to remind you of something and select the opt in to Google Now option
5. Go through the steps to enable Google now.
6. When you get the "This account is not eligible to use Google now" click on search bar and search for anything
7. Open the hamburger menu while in search (click on the menu icon or slide from the left)
8. You will notice that you are not signed in. Select sign in and select your account.
9. Viola you will get the opt in to Google now option again and you should then have Google Now
That's what worked for me. Ask Google to remind you of something to make sure its working. Hope this helps .
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How to uninstall google play services updates? I only saw disable option.
I'm frustrated... All methods I can find not working, it used to be easy to turn on google now in 4.4.4.
jonmall1441 said:
Read the first line of the original post...
Google Location services are not available in all countries (which is fine) but Google Now shouldn't explicitly need location services. Location services are not available in my country and Google Now still works with no problems on my Nexus 5 and worked on my Nexus 7 (2013) before I updated to the L Developer preview (using the Play Services - Uninstall updates trick) and still shows me location weather information, appointments, news updates, delivery updates, time to work.home, time to get to the location of my next appointment, etc... all without being able to enable location services. I don't understand why Google would limit their service when it clearly works with no problem but has no problems pushing out beta apps to everyone which clearly have issues (new hangouts desktop app).
The Play Services trick did not work on 5.0 for me either. If I do find a way around it I'll let you know.
UPDATE: Managed to get it working with the following steps:
1. Logged out of Google search app
2. Uninstall Play Services updates
3. Connect to a Free UK VPN (I used this: http://www.bestukvpn.com/)
4. Ask Google to remind you of something and select the opt in to Google Now option
5. Go through the steps to enable Google now.
6. When you get the "This account is not eligible to use Google now" click on search bar and search for anything
7. Open the hamburger menu while in search (click on the menu icon or slide from the left)
8. You will notice that you are not signed in. Select sign in and select your account.
9. Viola you will get the opt in to Google now option again and you should then have Google Now
That's what worked for me. Ask Google to remind you of something to make sure its working. Hope this helps .
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Holy sh*t, it's working! Thanks! It's like magic and I don't know why...
jonmall1441 said:
Read the first line of the original post...
Google Location services are not available in all countries (which is fine) but Google Now shouldn't explicitly need location services. Location services are not available in my country and Google Now still works with no problems on my Nexus 5 and worked on my Nexus 7 (2013) before I updated to the L Developer preview (using the Play Services - Uninstall updates trick) and still shows me location weather information, appointments, news updates, delivery updates, time to work.home, time to get to the location of my next appointment, etc... all without being able to enable location services. I don't understand why Google would limit their service when it clearly works with no problem but has no problems pushing out beta apps to everyone which clearly have issues (new hangouts desktop app).
The Play Services trick did not work on 5.0 for me either. If I do find a way around it I'll let you know.
UPDATE: Managed to get it working with the following steps:
1. Logged out of Google search app
2. Uninstall Play Services updates
3. Connect to a Free UK VPN (I used this: http://www.bestukvpn.com/)
4. Ask Google to remind you of something and select the opt in to Google Now option
5. Go through the steps to enable Google now.
6. When you get the "This account is not eligible to use Google now" click on search bar and search for anything
7. Open the hamburger menu while in search (click on the menu icon or slide from the left)
8. You will notice that you are not signed in. Select sign in and select your account.
9. Viola you will get the opt in to Google now option again and you should then have Google Now
That's what worked for me. Ask Google to remind you of something to make sure its working. Hope this helps .
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The only option is to disable play service and by doing so it removes the google account altogether in official lollipop build.
couldnt get google now in lollipop!!!!
Cant get google now by applying any of the fixes above!!!!!!!common you can do better than this????
the above solution does not work. I performed a full wipe and install of latest lollipop release. I have no uninstall updates button. Only "Force Stop" and "Disable" both greyed out. Not rooted.
hopefully a solution will appear soon.
Finally Got Google Now Working in Lollipop_Nexus 4
1. Switch Off the Phone
2. Remove sim card
3. Do a Hard Reset
4. Skip Wifi Settings and everything else
5. Once skipped all the settings steps, deactivate Location
6. Activate Wifi
7. Use VPN (bestukvpn Posted by jonmall1441)
8. Activate google now and add your google account
9. Enjoy!!!!!!!
does hard reset mean factory reset?
rossoneri_forever said:
does hard reset mean factory reset?
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Nexus 4
- If your phone is on, turn it off.
- Press and hold the Volume Down button and the Power button at the same time until the device turns on. You'll see the word "Start" with an arrow around it.
- Press the Volume Down button twice to highlight "Recovery mode."
- Press the Power button to restart into Recovery mode. You'll see an image of an Android robot with a red exclamation mark and the words "No command."
- While holding down the Power button, press the Volume Up button.
- Use the volume buttons to scroll to "wipe data/factory reset" and press the Power button to select it.
- Scroll down to "Yes - erase all user data" and press the Power button to select it.
Hi,
I have a Samsung Galaxy S6 (SM-G920V) running Android 6.0.1 as of yesterday. Before that it was Android 5.1.1. My device is not rooted.
When it was running 5.1.1 the My Files app was able to connect to Google Drive without any problems. After the update to 6.0.1 I would get a pop-up window directing me to Settings>Applications>Application Manager>Access Cloud where it instructed me to enable Storage and Contacts under the Permissions settings. Unfortunately, there are no permissions available to either select or deselect for this app, so there was nothing I could enable. I did try enabling those same permissions for the Google Drive app (for it they do exist and by default they are not enabled), but this did not help. I also cleared the cache for Access Cloud, but this did not help either.
Randomly, I just tried again, and Viola! - the much desired Google window opened asking me to grant access, which I did. Now it shows that My Files is connected, but there are no files available. Instead, the "Loading" wheel just keeps spinning.
What I wonder is:
1.) What changed to allow My Files to finally connect to Google Drive, and
2.) Why can't it actually load my files?
Disable Google 2-step verification
I believe I have found the answer to my question.
After logging into my Google Drive account and removing Access Cloud by way of the Options drop-down menu next to Access Cloud under Settings>Manage Apps. To be thorough I once again cleared the cache data for Access Cloud on my device by way of Application Manager. I then disabled the 2-step verification for my Google account (not something I recommend, but I was troubleshooting to see) and tried again to connect the My Files app to my Google Drive account. This time it worked and my files were visible within seconds. Unfortunately, turning 2-step verification back on seemed to prevent any files that had not already synced with my device from being available via My Files.
Hopefully this is helpful to anyone else who may find themselves struggling with the same issue.
Perhaps my best recommendation would be to use ES File Explorer Pro. It works brilliantly and allows you to connect multiple storage cloud services rather than only Google Drive.
I have a Samsung S7 T-Mobile, G930TUVU4APK1. Nothing exciting right?
I received this phone from a moving sale and the people have since moved, and I've no idea who they were. The key guard was on, couldn't get in so I did a factory reset via recovery...well It is protected with Google Factory Reset Protection (FRP). I tried various things, RealTerm being one, and cannot unlock it. I downgraded the firmware to 6.0.1, and still can't get in. I tried to open a browser by copy/paste text, and I can sign into Google from the phone, but it's not a browser. I can only tap buttons and copy/paste items through the User Agreement browser. Chrome is installed as explained below. It will not sync.
So I thought i would try to unlock the bootloader by flashing it through Odin: Downgraded it from 7.0 to 6.0.1. in 'download' mode. Let it reboot when finished and powered it down. Loaded Odin again and flashed the AP part with Samsung_G930x_QC_Rooted_BOOT.tar. I then flashed SU from that link too. Success. It is rooted. I can get into a shell and perform shell commands and ADB commands. I can enable and disable packages, including Google packages. So i went in with ADB, disabled Google Play Services, cleared the data, renabled. Went and did that with the other 3 Google APKs hoping when you cleared the data, it cleared the account in FRP. I successfully bypassed FRP for a friend's LG phone by reading the User Agreement. It would open it in a Chrome tab and I could search 'settings' and get into the phone's apps and clear all the Google Apps data which would clear the account in FRP and allow it to be setup again with a new account.
Not this one. So I have full ROOT rights, the shell shows a '#', I can use full ADB, I can do everything except bypass FRP. I haven't found a package I can't disable, I just don't know which ones so I can to get rid of FRP, if able. I have no idea if the bootloader is unlocked or what the unlocked picture of a lock says "custom" means. Any help I can ge would be awesome!
Code:
adb shell
[email protected]:/ # pm list users
Users:
UserInfo{0:Jason S:13} running
That is my name. But I am not signed in? It says to have "owner of the device" to log in during setup.
Ok well...I'm inside the phone. I managed to flash root. I will try to post a step-by-step later, but right now I can install any APK, as long as it doesn't rely on Google Services. I did NOT bypass FRP yet. I have cleared data and or disabled all Google related services with no effect. I installed the SuperSU app but it says i don't have root. I just added a Samsung account I just created.
Like I can get into settings, disable apps, I even installed Nova Launcher. I just can't get past the FRP when I go to sign into any Google App.
Ok. I really didn't mean to have to start all over, at least not tonight, but I screwed up and well....anyway...Here is what i got so far.
I have not been able to yet bypass FRP. I have been able to root, and disable services of Samsung and Google, to gain main entry into the device.
1) Make sure phone is powered off.
2) Boot into 'download' mode by pressing and holding volume down+home+power. When the screen comes on, release the buttons then press the volume up button once.
3) Plug phone into Computer and launch Odin.
4) Download UFIRM_G930_Odin_Firmware.zip and unzip.
5) In Odin, add corresponding files to slots and click start.
6) Let it reboot, then power it down again. Reboot back into 'download mode'.
7) Went here and downloaded Nougat_S7_Edge_EngBoot.tar.md5.
8) In Odin, placed the above file in AP slot, and click start. Device is 'rooted.'
At this point, I am at the Welcome screen to select language. I don't do that. Phone is still plugged in, so I open ADB.
Code:
adb devices
List of devices attached
e436cea2 device
adb shell
heroqltevzw:/ #
heroqltevzw:/ # pm list packages com.sec
The shell command then pulls up all the packages related to setting up the device with their software. I disabled the Setup Wizard. I may have the exact package name a little off, as I am trying to do this post by memory. When you do this command, watch the screen.
Code:
heroqltevzw:/ # pm disable com.sec.android.app.setupwizard
(some amount of words followed by) disabled status: true
At this point you should see the stock Android setup wizard. I list the Google packages.
Code:
heroqltevzw:/ # pm list packages com.google
I disable the four Core packages, Play store, account manager, play services and the framework. I am using App Inspector on another Android device to get the core package names. When that's all done, I then go back, clear all the data from each disabled packages. Then I disable the stock Android setup wizard. When I do that, a pop up allows me to select a Samsung Launcher, I go with basic touch wiz. I now have access to the device in it's entirety. Then I install SuperSU APK and Nova Launcher via ADB. I set up Nova to make sure it is default. I power down the phone and reboot to 'download mode' again. Plug back into the PC. From here I get a script that will do the rest. When it reboots, tap on SuperSU app, done.
Now I have gone on and restored the Google play related apks, but even with the data cleared, it still reads FRP. So I can use this phone just like any other, just without using apps that rely on being signed into Google. I added my Samsung Account, but I just created it.
Ok so I rebooted this AM to try out something. I re-enabled Samsung's setupwizrd while leaving Android's disabled, along with the play services etc. I then downloaded and installed Samsung's official web browser 'internet'. This solved a lot of small issues. I couldn't use recent apps button so I was unable to swipe apps closed. Samsung wasn't syncing with my account. Other little annoyances. So I logged into my Google account through their browser. Google FINALLY recognized the phone. Before it would recognize it, but only as a new phone anytime I logged into Google. So 24 hours later (today) since I last tried to log in, I re enabled the Google services. It asked to update Google play (which I downgraded so it would have a harder time recognizing the previous account), and it updated. I went to settings, added my google account, FRP is GONE!
Since I logged into Samsung late last night, the phone synced with it's apps, my data/info and whatever else it needed to sync with. So I presume Google saw that today and was happy with it enough with the results, it released the FRP. The phone is officially working on all ends! Rooted and all
PLZ PLZ PLZ can someone help me i have a t mobile LG Aristo M210 that is FRP google account locked and i can figure out how to bypass it. ive tried everything i could think of or find on google but nothing has worked.
ive been trying to unlock it for a month now someone plz help me
sola702 said:
PLZ PLZ PLZ can someone help me i have a t mobile LG Aristo M210 that is FRP google account locked and i can figure out how to bypass it. ive tried everything i could think of or find on google but nothing has worked.
ive been trying to unlock it for a month now someone plz help me
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
start by factory reseting it
follow other googled guides to get to internet browser
(ie- talkback settings... youtube account manage...ect.)
goto frp.f0il.c o m and select/hold down first link
choose to open link with gmail
top right three dots for settings .. app settings..
in gmail app settings click notifications
you should* be in phone settings at this point
(im not looking at my fone at this time)
you should* know what to do at this point
(you should combine methods and try the things you googled)
The Main Idea Ill Quickly Cover Here
in settings- app manager - clear/delete caches/data for goog services framework/goog play services &
BOTH setup wizzzardds
in setting- security- enable download from unknown sources - Disable all device administrators
press back 100 times or until you're back at WELCOME screen
with WiFi OFF repeatedly and quickly press next and next and next or okay then back a couple times and repeat until com.android.LGhome (whatever its name is) crashes. your trying to lag out the fone untill Home crashes and when it do it cant load setup wizzz and it cant load goog services or WiFi so it loads home screen wooo hooray... Not done, but you should know what to do if you used google more
settings- backup/reset ---factory reset
done
Oh just remembered an easier way . use LG backup from any other LG device with the app LG backup (id upload it but i suck) and you can just copy an opened devices settings into an frp locked fone once you make it into settings. simple. probably patched now that i posted this. oh wellll
stay in drugs, don't do school kids
*optional methods
insert SD card ... in Storage- navigate to SD install apps (sidebar lite)
in internet browser or youtube app launch gmail and login to microsoft account email (alt method, google it)
*end of optional methods
₥ike_grips said:
start by factory reseting it
follow other googled guides to get to internet browser
(ie- talkback settings... youtube account manage...ect.)
goto frp.f0il.c o m and select/hold down first link
choose to open link with gmail
top right three dots for settings .. app settings..
in gmail app settings click notifications
you should* be in phone settings at this point
(im not looking at my fone at this time)
you should* know what to do at this point
(you should combine methods and try the things you googled)
The Main Idea Ill Quickly Cover Here
in settings- app manager - clear/delete caches/data for goog services framework/goog play services &
BOTH setup wizzzardds
in setting- security- enable download from unknown sources - Disable all device administrators
press back 100 times or until you're back at WELCOME screen
with WiFi OFF repeatedly and quickly press next and next and next or okay then back a couple times and repeat until com.android.LGhome (whatever its name is) crashes. your trying to lag out the fone untill Home crashes and when it do it cant load setup wizzz and it cant load goog services or WiFi so it loads home screen wooo hooray... Not done, but you should know what to do if you used google more
settings- backup/reset ---factory reset
done
Oh just remembered an easier way . use LG backup from any other LG device with the app LG backup (id upload it but i suck) and you can just copy an opened devices settings into an frp locked fone once you make it into settings. simple. probably patched now that i posted this. oh wellll
stay in drugs, don't do school kids
*optional methods
insert SD card ... in Storage- navigate to SD install apps (sidebar lite)
in internet browser or youtube app launch gmail and login to microsoft account email (alt method, google it)
*end of optional methods
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Don't share FrP bypasses, there's too many people abusing these. I personally had to stop sharing my method of unlocking phones for that reason.
Hi folks,
I'm in a bit of a conundrum here. Decided to grab a GW4 on Black Friday, and tried pairing it with my Pixel, but I don't seem to be able to copy my Google account to my watch in any shape or form! I'm a bit at my wits end here.
My Google account is a Google Workspace / G Suite one; I have completely disabled mobile/device management on it. I also tried turning on basic device management, setting a PIN on the watch and trying to add/copy the account on it as well. I'd very much like to use this account on the watch, as it's my "main account" for pretty much everything.
The symptoms are the following: When I try to add/copy my Google account to the watch, I get the Android-native dialog about signing into a Google account on the watch. Confirm that I am indeed trying to add my only Google account. After about 5 seconds of loading, the dialog just closes.
Tried the following so far:
Try to add the Google account during the setup phase --> got "couldn't copy Google accounts" toast notification error in Galaxy Gear app
Try to add the Google account from the Galaxy Gear app --> got "couldn't copy Google accounts" toast notification error in Galaxy Gear app
Try to add the Google account from the watch itself (Settings -> Accounts & Backup -> Google account). This time, I get the native dialog again, select the account, it loads for 5 seconds again, closes, and the progress indicator just remains circling on the watch without doing anything, telling me to "Check my phone".
(Factory) Reset the watch
Update the firmware to the latest version
Do the steps above again
Reset the watch
Do the steps above again
Reset the watch
Try the steps above while not being connected to WiFi
Try setting the device management to basic in Google Workspace admin, and set a PIN on the watch, and try both options as described above
Set device management back to disabled in Google Workspace admin
Reset the watch
Dig out an older phone, factory reset it, login to my Google account, install Galaxy Gear and the Galaxy Watch 4 plugin, do all three steps above
Try both options for logging in while being on cellular connectivity
Reset the watch
Try the last steps again
Try enabling a screen lock on the phone, reboot phone, and perform the two option again. Got prompted during the account copy for my PIN. After entering it, the copy dialog almost immediately closes.
Add a PIN/screen lock on the watch itself, perform the step above
Honestly, I feel like I've followed all steps as described and followed on-screen instructions, yet I still can't get my Google account to sign into the watch (which locks me out of a lot of functionality, including most of the functions that I'm actually interested in using).
I've also found references to using a VPN while adding the Google account. This doesn't make much sense to me, but I did give it a try: I "emulated" this by using two different cellular providers, using my home Internet connection and tunneling the traffic back to a VM hosted in a datacenter in a different country. Also did the "DNS trick" someone else described and manually set Google's DNS server on my phone, and I can confirm that my home network does not hijack DNS requests.
I tried logging onto the old device with an old, personal Gmail/Google account that I no longer use, this managed to copy / add itself onto the watch without a problem. However, I'm not planning to migrate off of the Google account I've been using for the past 8+ years.
Additionally, I tried to add the Google Workspace account as a secondary account, after I had finished setting up the watch with my old, personal account, but I got the same symptoms/issue as I described above.
Has anyone managed to add a Google Workspace account to their Galaxy Watch 4 yet?
Are there any specific settings (other than Mobile Management) that one needs to set in the Google Workspace admin in order to make accounts on the Workspace usable on smartwatches?
or... does the Galaxy Watch just *not* support Google Workspace accounts at all?