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Hi,
I'm interested in unlocking my phone in order to sideload apps, but before I do so I'd like to know exactly what advantages these unauthorized apps bring.
Can you share why you unlocked your device, and what advantages you have now that it is unlocked?
Thanks.
I unlocked to test my own apps and also to load apps that people post here that are not availible on the marketplace.
Since I have the developer tools, it took all of 1 minute to do, so even if I don't side-load very often, it's not like I have lost anything.
Thanks for the response. I went ahead and unlocked. Setting up the tools took longer than anything else.
If eligible, does a person signing up for this program recieve whatever is necessary to developer unlock a functioning handset (Focus)? I see that you can download the emulator...
You will indeed, when you sign up you are required to submit an application to Microsoft, they will also get a company called GeoTrust to run some checks on you and once approved they will enable your Windows Live ID developer status and therefore able to use to unlock tool on your phone.
The process is rather innocuous. You DEFINITELY need to submit a dummy app to get passed the first step. It will take roughly a week but maybe sooner.
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The process is rather innocuous. You DEFINITELY need to submit a dummy app to get passed the first step. It will take roughly a week but maybe sooner.
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seconded to this
it took me about 2 days to get dev access but I didn't get a confirmation email just plugged in my focus phone registration bam done
So, not to beat a dead horse... Once you're approved for the dreamspark program (I just got approved and now have access), you can download all this wonderful design software. At this point, you have to submit a new app in order to get the phone developer-unlocked?
Si, con queso. You summed it up perfectly.
Crap.... I guess I'm going to have to figure out how to make an app. This could take a while...
Just use FollowMyFeed to create some site-specific news app. These are guaranteed to get approved. You don't have to actually publish it.
Failing that, just use Chevron until you get approved. Either way, the only thing you're achieving is the changing of a single bit in the registry from a 0 to a 1. Unofficial developer unlocks work just as well as official ones!
Yeah, the problem is that I used Chevron to un-brand the phone (AT&T) so that I could force the NoDo update.
Obviously I didn't do the research into how to keep the phone unlocked post NoDo. It's a total failure on my part... The torturous part is that I saw the potential benifits of having a developer unlocked handset while I was in the process of forcing the update.
I love how my LG phone has a built in registry editor. So you don't need to do any hacks to modify the registry. You can just use the built in software to do the developer unlock, and off you go
So... there's no way of 'jailbreaking' Samsung phones anymore?
I still think you should check out FollowMyFeed. Spend 5 minutes making an app with that, and you'll be approved in no time at all.
Yeah, microsoft closed the Chevron "code error" with NoDo.
I checked out Followmyfeed. Does it produce an .xap when done?
I'm still loading the devopler software on my computer. I'm assuming there will be some sort of provision to upload the .xap for approval?
If you're going to go through the effort of submitting a dummy app just to unlock your device, why not just pay the $99 App Hub membership fee, submit two apps, and then get your $99 refunded back to you?
I didn't know that was an option... I'm learning. Getting suggestions is why I started this thread.
@ft55555: I havne't heard of anybody getting reimbursed, but even assuming that was possible...
No reason to go that route if you can use Dreamspark, it gives you the same unlock ability without the money.
Canceling your dev account will re-lock your phone.
I went ahead and submitted an app I created on followmyfeed. Looks like I'm just waiting for the identity verification from Geo Trust. We'll see how it goes.
Works
This method worked for me in just a few hours! Verification was relatively quick and painless, but I did have to use followmyfeed to create an app and submit it. It does not even have to work, but you have to go through the pain of creating artwork for the app and everything also.
Yeah, this method does work. It only took about 3 hours for approval once subbmitted. I did go and make an app with followmyfeed but the longest part of that was just selecting and propperly formatting the artwork (I just saved some pics from online and then formatted them to propper size with Photoshop).
I got the approval to developer unlock my focus within about three hours, and the rest is history.
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If you're going to go through the effort of submitting a dummy app just to unlock your device, why not just pay the $99 App Hub membership fee, submit two apps, and then get your $99 refunded back to you?
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Or, if you are a student(/Microsoft Student Insider) like me, you can get your device developer-unlocked via dreamspark (you just need to find your school on the site to get verified) and pay $0 the whole time. As far as I know, you can keep the dreamspark status for as long as you're in school, possibly be able to keep it after graduating (but I haven't gotten to that point yet).
ok I have been able to set up dreamspark and download the windows phone package. I then made an app with followmyfeed. now how do you send it to Microsoft to get you phone unlocked please? (do you need to pay 99 bucks??)
thx
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Ahhhh I hate Microsoft, Can't even do this in my country. WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
Hey guys, new here, sorry can't post in recoveries section.
I recently bought a Pixel off ebay and the guy that sold it to me bought it off Gumtree. The original seller left all his stuff on it and the guy i bought it off couldn't even access the phone because it had a passcode lock on it. He tried contacting the owner but he never responded (yayyy).
Then there's me, because I'm smart and was like I CAN JUST FACTORY RESET IT, which kicked in the FRP. Unfortunately Google has had fun developing this phone to be super secure and although I no longer have a passcode to worry about, I can't bypass the FRP and I don't know the original owner's account details.
Here's some details:
USB Debugging is OFF
Only option I have on ADB is sideload
Bootloader is LOCKED
Phone is NOT ROOTED
Currently running 7.1.1
Phone is CARRIER unlocked (I can receive calls and use my data when trying to log into my gmail, which doesnt work because I have to use original account).
Is there any solution to bypass this? Much appreciated. I tried to go through google because I bought the phone off ebay and so the FRP prevents them as I didn't buy it directly off google. Am trying to track down the original owners details via my ebay seller to hopefully force the owner to comply. Any way I can get around this would be amazing.
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Hey guys, new here, sorry can't post in recoveries section.
I recently bought a Pixel off ebay and the guy that sold it to me bought it off Gumtree. The original seller left all his stuff on it and the guy i bought it off couldn't even access the phone because it had a passcode lock on it. He tried contacting the owner but he never responded (yayyy).
Then there's me, because I'm smart and was like I CAN JUST FACTORY RESET IT, which kicked in the FRP. Unfortunately Google has had fun developing this phone to be super secure and although I no longer have a passcode to worry about, I can't bypass the FRP and I don't know the original owner's account details.
Here's some details:
USB Debugging is OFF
Only option I have on ADB is sideload
Bootloader is LOCKED
Phone is NOT ROOTED
Currently running 7.1.1
Phone is CARRIER unlocked (I can receive calls and use my data when trying to log into my gmail, which doesnt work because I have to use original account).
Is there any solution to bypass this? Much appreciated. I tried to go through google because I bought the phone off ebay and so the FRP prevents them as I didn't buy it directly off google. Am trying to track down the original owners details via my ebay seller to hopefully force the owner to comply. Any way I can get around this would be amazing.
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If I understand your situation correctly, you have e a rough road ahead of you. The Google kill switch can only be disabled by the legitimate Google account holder, before the phone was reset.
If this was easily unlocked, it wouldn't be an option worthwhile. Basically, if you get it unlocked then Google has wasted their time on developing that feature.
I don't think you'll be getting into that phone and honestly, I hope you don't because then that means mine is less likely to be stolen since it is worthless without my credentials
For years, we've all learned to disable Find My iPhone before we sell an IOS device. Similarly, we have to deactivate Google's kill switch prior to factory reset a Marshmallow or Nougat device. It's really a good anti-theft implementation by Google. It's too bad that many sellers, for whatever reason, don't do it before selling.
I can enter the full OS, but can not enable ADB nor add a new account. Any insight?
Bypass tut not tested on Android 7 but works on marshmallow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OldC6kzuYk
http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/Apps/FRP/com.rootjunky.frpbypass-1.0.apk
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Bypass tut not tested on Android 7
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OldC6kzuYk
http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/Apps/FRP/com.rootjunky.frpbypass-1.0.apk
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Scary, but the logic makes perfect sense. I can see it being very useful for honest people.
josiedalek said:
Hey guys, new here, sorry can't post in recoveries section.
I recently bought a Pixel off ebay and the guy that sold it to me bought it off Gumtree. The original seller left all his stuff on it and the guy i bought it off couldn't even access the phone because it had a passcode lock on it. He tried contacting the owner but he never responded (yayyy).
Then there's me, because I'm smart and was like I CAN JUST FACTORY RESET IT, which kicked in the FRP. Unfortunately Google has had fun developing this phone to be super secure and although I no longer have a passcode to worry about, I can't bypass the FRP and I don't know the original owner's account details.
Here's some details:
USB Debugging is OFF
Only option I have on ADB is sideload
Bootloader is LOCKED
Phone is NOT ROOTED
Currently running 7.1.1
Phone is CARRIER unlocked (I can receive calls and use my data when trying to log into my gmail, which doesnt work because I have to use original account).
Is there any solution to bypass this? Much appreciated. I tried to go through google because I bought the phone off ebay and so the FRP prevents them as I didn't buy it directly off google. Am trying to track down the original owners details via my ebay seller to hopefully force the owner to comply. Any way I can get around this would be amazing.
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I came up with a way to remove FRP for this device. I currently have the only video up on youtube so it should be easy to find. I cant post links yet so just search google or youtube for "google pixel frp bypass" and it will come up. It involves the use of a USB-C OTG adapter and the dirtycow exploit. It actually works for a truly universal frp bypass for every device vulnerable to the device. The entire process is done on a bootloader locked, usb debugging off, no internet connection and no other device (besides the usb). Enjoy, it took me weeks to figure it out lol.
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I came up with a way to remove FRP for this device. I currently have the only video up on youtube so it should be easy to find. I cant post links yet so just search google or youtube for "google pixel frp bypass" and it will come up. It involves the use of a USB-C OTG adapter and the dirtycow exploit. It actually works for a truly universal frp bypass for every device vulnerable to the device. The entire process is done on a bootloader locked, usb debugging off, no internet connection and no other device (besides the usb). Enjoy, it took me weeks to figure it out lol.
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I'm curious to see if the OP will have luck with this
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I'm curious to see if the OP will have luck with this
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I posted this in the dirtycow forums section but I figure it has relevance here as well. Sorry if this is considered double posting.
This method wont help you to root the device, just to bypass FRP. Since dirtycow doesn't persist after a reboot (I think) it wont help as far as gaining root. However it will help you to modify files on the device. I also realized that it only has the power to overwrite files that the current user has read access to, despite whether the filesystem is mounted read-only. With this in mind I was looking over my Nexus 6P and checking to see which files had read access as user and realized that GoogleLoginService.apk and GoogleLoginService.odex both fall under this category. The files are located at /system/priv-app/GoogleLoginService and associate with Google Account Manager when installed as a system app. When the data is corrupted you can install Google Account Manager as a user app, which changes the location and file names to /data/app/com.google.gsf.login-1/base.apk and base.odex. If you corrupt these files at this point then try to disable and uninstall and select replace with the factory version it wont have anything to "replace with the factory version" and tell you that uninstall failed. Once this happens you can reinstall GoogleAccountManager.apk which will again install as a user app, which will then let you perform a full successful uninstall of Google Account Manager. At this point you have full control to be able to downgrade to a previous version of Google Account Manager without it telling you that "data is corrupted" and from there perform the web sign in activity. I've tested on multiple devices and multiple versions and this works on every single device on every version of Android including the latest 7.1.1 as long as it is not on the most recent December 5 2016 security patch since dirtycow was removed with those updates.
trjv said:
I posted this in the dirtycow forums section but I figure it has relevance here as well. Sorry if this is considered double posting.
This method wont help you to root the device, just to bypass FRP. Since dirtycow doesn't persist after a reboot (I think) it wont help as far as gaining root. However it will help you to modify files on the device. I also realized that it only has the power to overwrite files that the current user has read access to, despite whether the filesystem is mounted read-only. With this in mind I was looking over my Nexus 6P and checking to see which files had read access as user and realized that GoogleLoginService.apk and GoogleLoginService.odex both fall under this category. The files are located at /system/priv-app/GoogleLoginService and associate with Google Account Manager when installed as a system app. When the data is corrupted you can install Google Account Manager as a user app, which changes the location and file names to /data/app/com.google.gsf.login-1/base.apk and base.odex. If you corrupt these files at this point then try to disable and uninstall and select replace with the factory version it wont have anything to "replace with the factory version" and tell you that uninstall failed. Once this happens you can reinstall GoogleAccountManager.apk which will again install as a user app, which will then let you perform a full successful uninstall of Google Account Manager. At this point you have full control to be able to downgrade to a previous version of Google Account Manager without it telling you that "data is corrupted" and from there perform the web sign in activity. I've tested on multiple devices and multiple versions and this works on every single device on every version of Android including the latest 7.1.1 as long as it is not on the most recent December 5 2016 security patch since dirtycow was removed with those updates.
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Yeah so I'm Zhythe on YouTube I was actually already talking to you on there before I checked this thread. I have Dec 5 security patch is there anything you can do to get around it that doesn't involve dirtycow? :/
josiedalek said:
Yeah so I'm Zhythe on YouTube I was actually already talking to you on there before I checked this thread. I have Dec 5 security patch is there anything you can do to get around it that doesn't involve dirtycow? :/
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oh hey whats up! nice to see you here as well im still trying to fix my pixel since it bricked when trying to update it haha. Been a little distracted though this morning since phonlab hase stolen my method and now he and rootjunky are passing it off as if they found it first without giving me credit for it and charging to teach the method. serious backstabbing right there. but once i get this pixel up and running again i'll find a method and host it from my website so no copycats rip me off.
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oh hey whats up! nice to see you here as well im still trying to fix my pixel since it bricked when trying to update it haha. Been a little distracted though this morning since phonlab hase stolen my method and now he and rootjunky are passing it off as if they found it first without giving me credit for it and charging to teach the method. serious backstabbing right there. but once i get this pixel up and running again i'll find a method and host it from my website so no copycats rip me off.
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Hey! Yeah that's such a dog move by both of them seriously... not cool. No worries I'll keep an eye on your website for updates Best of luck!
Check this out!!
See what I mean? Haha idk why I ever wanted to be a part of this place anyways lol. Nothin but disrespect since the moment I posted the method.
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See what I mean? Haha idk why I ever wanted to be a part of this place anyways lol. Nothin but disrespect since the moment I posted the method.
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Yeah I totally ignored it :/ dw you're so much better and obviously smarter cause you did it before them
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Check this out!!
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Hi @NBreunig3!
trjv said:
See what I mean? Haha idk why I ever wanted to be a part of this place anyways lol. Nothin but disrespect since the moment I posted the method.
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You could report that YouTube video and show/link to your source of where you first posted the method. Get them to take them down!
Frp google pixel
can be reseted with XTC2CLIP if u have unlocked bootloader i tested on my device.
warrior26ro said:
can be reseted with XTC2CLIP if u have unlocked bootloader i tested on my device.
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@warrior26ro I stated clearly the bootloader was locked. XTC2CLIP is also for HTCs. Please don't post unless you've read the question properly.
Technically the Google Pixel is an HTC device since they are the manufacturers of them. Not that that helps the situation any more or less to know just figured I'd mention it lol. You can even issue some proprietary HTC fastboot commands on Pixel devices, but I haven't gotten them to do anything special from using them. Commands such as fastboot oem rebootRUU makes the phone reboot but not into anything special that I've noticed, just reboots the phone. I'm sure there are others but that one in particular is definitely HTC only lol.
On a side note I'm still diligently working on a method for the newer devices every day. It's only a matter of time before I get it lol. While on the subject at least here's a couple thoughts if anybody has any insight...
I've been looking at other binary commands to gain a foothold of, sort of like the whole idea behind run-as that the dirtycow peeps use. After installing Nethunter on my 6P I noticed that there is another command with potential privilege abuse called "procmem". It doesn't need superuser privileges to use nor does it only respond to ROOT or SHELL users, so its basically universally allowed from "untrusted app" users (i.e. termux, terminal emulator, material terminal, etc.). The only thing is that I'm pretty sure that command is only installed with a proper busybox installation, and further it only has the proper setuid bit needed + standard user permissions (that I've seen) when installed into /system/xbin. So basically my idea is to leverage a modified procmem binary to gain (insert something here) that might lead to (insert something else here) lol. Not really a whole plan but I figure if I can find a way to get procmem into /system/xbin on a non-rooted device then at least I have something to work with lol. Otherwise I've also been looking into a way to become SHELL user without using "adb shell". I know that with the Moto 360 there was some fancy adb command to enable native adb support but I can't seem to remember how to go about it. So yeah, thats all I've got so far lol.
Hi,
I just bought a Oneplus 6 256gb version and now I'm thinking about rooting it for the likes of adaway and lucky patcher.
But what exactly are the dangers? I researched quite a while but I'm still not sure if it's safe enough. I am only planning on rooting, so no custom rom. So a few questions here:
1. Can I still update Oxygen OS after root? Would I need to reinstall Magisk (root) if yes?
2. Is it really that unsafe to use banking apps with a rooted device?
3. Anything else that affects a phone with root in a negative way?
I have rooted my old galaxy s5 quite a bit, so I know how to not brick my phone. So, yes, I know I could potentially brick it if somethings goes wrong.
Thanks for the help.
Elekted
You can update while rooted but you will have to reflash the Magisk zip as the new update will install the stock boot.img and Magisk patches the boot image. So with a stock boot image, you will need to flash Magisk again for root.
On the banking apps, yes. I do not use banking apps on my phone, but I use Android pay. The reason being, is I have a friend that works for Chase Bank in the fraud department for mobile devices. He said the risk is when you are adding a credit card to the Android app, never in using the app to make a payment as they generate a token for the specific amount of that transaction and they use a ID and not your credit card number in the transaction.
And nothing will affect your phone negatively unless you do something to cause the issue. It's virtually always user error. Know what you're doing and if your new to modding, don't be a guinea pig or early adopter. Let others who know what they are doing and report on what works and doesn't. That's the best advice I can give you.
1. You can upgrade your Oxygen OS but u will lost your root Xposed etc.
2. If you know all application installed in your phone and you know who published it, then it will be safe (don't install such like *Free Minecraft Giveaways* lol)
3 .Oneplus is NOT Samsung. Unlock and root your phone will not cause permanent negative effects.
Another thing to be aware of is that unlocking the bootloader (not the rooting) will cause your devices widevine security level to go down. This means netflix/amazon video will be limited non HD resolution. You can still cast the video to your tv at HD or higher resolution though.
Does this also affect youtube and all other streaming devices or just amazone prime and netflix?
@Eric214 thank you for the quick response. With negative effects i was thinking battery, security or other issues. Or how peltus mentioned the issue with widevine. Are there any other apps i can't use anymore after root or limitations?
peltus said:
Another thing to be aware of is that unlocking the bootloader (not the rooting) will cause your devices widevine security level to go down. This means netflix/amazon video will be limited non HD resolution. You can still cast the video to your tv at HD or higher resolution though.
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I assume that's to try to prevent people from ripping data from a video stream and pirating/distributing it?
That's why I only bought netflix with the intention to use it on my TV when I'm bored of all the stuff I've downloaded on my computer lolol
Elekted said:
@Eric214 thank you for the quick response. With negative effects i was thinking battery, security or other issues. Or how peltus mentioned the issue with widevine. Are there any other apps i can't use anymore after root or limitations?
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You can use Android pay with Magisk but if you install Xposed, you will fail safety checks
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It's really easy with A/B... You install the update, automatic or manual via the system updater. Then BEFORE rebooting, you install Magisk again to the inactive slot. Reboot, that's it. I never had such easy updates before.
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When rooting a phone, you usually read the details and how all this works. You keep your phone up to date. Every app requesting root rights needs your confirmation. Look before acknowledging and use reliable sources especially for apps requiring root. But with root, you can use an adblocker, a low level firewall, a good backup software and more to keep yourself away from risky content behind banners.
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You can relock the bootloader and flash the stock image and the phone is in its original state.
Beside that, if you do not use Xposed, with Magisk Hide I did yet not find an app which refused to work on my phone. Also Android Pay does work.
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It's really easy with A/B... You install the update, automatic or manual via the system updater. Then BEFORE rebooting, you install Magisk again to the inactive slot. Reboot, that's it. I never had such easy updates before.
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When rooting a phone, you usually read the details and how all this works. You keep your phone up to date. Every app requesting root rights needs your confirmation. Look before acknowledging and use reliable sources especially for apps requiring root. But with root, you can use an adblocker, a low level firewall, a good backup software and more to keep yourself away from risky content behind banners.
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You can relock the bootloader and flash the stock image and the phone is in its original state.
Beside that, if you do not use Xposed, with Magisk Hide I did yet not find an app which refused to work on my phone. Also Android Pay does work.
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Thank you that i exactly what i wanted to know. Guess im going to root my oneplus then.
This phone seems pretty brick-resistant. Lots of people getting into bootloops, but fixes are easy. I haven't seen a single hard-brick yet.
OP provides a tool for getting out of major errors, and it seems to work well.
iElvis said:
This phone seems pretty brick-resistant. Lots of people getting into bootloops, but fixes are easy. I haven't seen a single hard-brick yet.
OP provides a tool for getting out of major errors, and it seems to work well.
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What tool is that?
Elekted said:
What tool is that?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6/how-to/tool-msmdownloadtool-v4-0-international-t3798892
I have not used it, but many people have reported good results.
iElvis said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6/how-to/tool-msmdownloadtool-v4-0-international-t3798892
I have not used it, but many people have reported good results.
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Thanks, nice to have that in case thing goes wrong.
Hi folks,
a family friend inherited an A22 from a deceased friend, but she did not have the password for it.
As I had never heard of FRP before, I advised her to reset the phone, which is how the FRP took effect. I now feel guilty for giving obviously wrong advice and would like to fix it.
I guess there is no proof of purchase for the phone anymore and all the passwords from the documents didn't work. A Vodafone employee advised me to scrap the phone, but I don't think so.
I found the software "**** your FRP" here in the forum and tried it, but the A22 is not on the list of Knox-compatible devices. Therefore, the code #*0#* does not work either and I can't get any further.
I got a little further with the talkback function. I was able to open the Google Assistant and navigate to Chrome or the settings. Unfortunately, I could not activate the developer options, couldn't navigate to the app settings or allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.
After about 8 hours and several attempts, I am at my wit's end. I have the deceased's email address and name. Unfortunately, this was not enough to reset the password. If I am informed correctly, his number has also been deactivated, so I can no longer receive SMS. I don't have the SIM card either, but I might be able to get it.
I hope you guys can help me.
Best regards,
Felix
Contact Samsung service / a phone service.
You could so it yourself, but the time needed will be too much
As I said, the people at Vodafone said you can only scrap it. I had read that you can get the device unlocked with the help of the proof of purchase, but no one knows exactly where the receipt could be.
dotuletz said:
You could so it yourself, but the time needed will be too much
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I'm not in a hurry, I'm just looking for a tool to do this with, or instructions on how to bypass the FRP.
I can forget Google, as 99% of the results are scam and the remaining 1% did not work.
Ive heard that YouTube has just the right type of guide for almost exactly those probs, and by all accounts very very simple to follow, as I did recently on my sister's device she left at home, no longer wanted, ditched for an apple contraption. I will add, no one with nefarious reasons, stolen devices should use the helpful tools there. Getting a job and buying a device the bloody deviants should....damn the swines.
ianreesdavies said:
Ive heard that YouTube has just the right type of guide for almost exactly those probs, and by all accounts very very simple to follow, as I did recently on my sister's device she left at home, no longer wanted, ditched for an apple contraption. I will add, no one with nefarious reasons, stolen devices should use the helpful tools there. Getting a job and buying a device the bloody deviants should....damn the swines.
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The problem with YouTube videos is that Samsung (and pretty much every other major manufacturer) has teams of employees whose sole job is to look through the internet for how-to videos and posts, make a note of how the trick/bypass works, and submit it to the software development team to be fixed in the very next update. That's why the how-to videos are full of comments saying "this didn't work for me" or "I don't have that option on my device".
There's a professional 3rd party business that I've used for things like this before. Discussion of paid services isn't allowed in the forums, but anyone who wants a recommendation can DM me
I completely agree mate, it's hit and miss, there are plenty of other sources out there. Just coincidentally, I found myself reading a comment that was the exact situation I was in yesterday. Obviously, not wanting the member to be struggling I gently nudged him towards a simple and 100% idiot's guide that will put him right. Admittedly a large majority of these things are countered/blocked or absolute bollox as I have encountered many times lmfao
BooWseR said:
Hi folks,
a family friend inherited an A22 from a deceased friend, but she did not have the password for it.
As I had never heard of FRP before, I advised her to reset the phone, which is how the FRP took effect. I now feel guilty for giving obviously wrong advice and would like to fix it.
I guess there is no proof of purchase for the phone anymore and all the passwords from the documents didn't work. A Vodafone employee advised me to scrap the phone, but I don't think so.
I found the software "**** your FRP" here in the forum and tried it, but the A22 is not on the list of Knox-compatible devices. Therefore, the code #*0#* does not work either and I can't get any further.
I got a little further with the talkback function. I was able to open the Google Assistant and navigate to Chrome or the settings. Unfortunately, I could not activate the developer options, couldn't navigate to the app settings or allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.
After about 8 hours and several attempts, I am at my wit's end. I have the deceased's email address and name. Unfortunately, this was not enough to reset the password. If I am informed correctly, his number has also been deactivated, so I can no longer receive SMS. I don't have the SIM card either, but I might be able to get it.
I hope you guys can help me.
Best regards,
Felix
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Also mate, getting to chrome is most of it done. 4 files to download, 2 through the galaxy store which allows them to install, then through those, sorry, plus ios14 launcher allows you to activate unknown sources etc..it's not difficult. Worked like a charm. Just find the Samsung a22 5g frp unlock, activate unknown sources how to.