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Hello Moto X Play owners
This guide is for those who still don't figure out how to root moto x play running android 6.0.1(stock Rom)
Old Thread for rooting moto x play is outdated, so decide to write this one with updated steps and links.
As usual I'm not responsible for your bricked device, as Motorola says Unlocking your boot loader is not for the faint of heart. you can't blame anybody but yourself. You will loose your warranty by unlocking your boot loader. and you will loose every data on your phone.
Still want to root your phone, okay fine follow these three steps to root your phone.
They are 3 Steps involved in this process.
1, Unlocking the Bootloader
2, install custom recovery
3, Install Super SU
Before you begin
A. Back up all your data. yes you gonna loose entire stuffs on your phone.
B. Download all the required files from the below links
1.Download and install Motorola USB Drivers
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/88481
2.Download Fast boot and extract it to your hard drive (file attached on this thread)
3.Download TWRP latest version (do not extract)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=17934
4. Download Super SU V. 2.62-3 (do not extract)
https://download.chainfire.eu/751/SuperSU/
Now you are ready to begin
Step 1 : Unlock Bootloader
1. Put your device in fastboot mode (power off, then press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously).
2. Plug in your device to your PC using a USB cable.
3. Head over to the Motorola website to get your unlocking key and follow the steps provided there or follow the same steps provided below.
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
3. Go to the extracted fastboot folder and open a command prompt (ctrl+shift+right click and open command prompt)
4. At the prompt, type
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
The returned string will be used to retrieve your unlock key.
Example: On a Windows Desktop, the returned string format would be
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
(bootloader) 0A40040192024205#4C4D3556313230
(bootloader) 30373731363031303332323239#BD00
(bootloader) 8A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F95
(bootloader) 1A3E5#1F53280002000000000000000
(bootloader) 0000000
copy this from the command prompt and paste in a notepad and remove all (bootloader) and make it string like belwo
0A40040192024205#4C4D355631323030373731363031303332323239#BD008A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F951A3E5#1F532800020000000000000000000000
5. Check if your device can be unlocked by pasting this string in the field below, and clicking “Can my device be unlocked?”
If your device is unlockable, a "REQUEST UNLOCK KEY" button will now appear at the bottom of this page and agree the terms and condition and check your mail box for unlock key
6. copy your unlock code from mail and type the following command to unlock bootloader
Code:
fastboot oem unlock KEY
replace unlock key with your copied code from mail. Now you will see a unlocked message on your device and your device will reboot. you will see a unlocked bootloader warning with vibration on your phone and you are successfully unlocked your bootloader.
Step 02 Installing custom recovery TWRP
7.Put your device in fastboot mode again (power off, then press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously).
8.Type in the following command into the Command Prompt Window and Enter.
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-lux-3.0.2-r3.img
note that fastboot flash recovery is command and twrp... is our file name so if you are using different version change the name accordingly
9. Now restart your device using keys in your phone to recovery (make sure your are rebooting in to recovery)
10.When prompted allow twrp to make changes. And make a back up of your system from the twrp menu
(do not choose read only, if you choose read only android will erase your recovery next time you reboot and you can not root your phone.)
Step 03 Rooting your phone using Super SU V. 2.62-3
warning : make sure you have a back up of your current system copied to your hard disk or else you can't restore your device if something went wrong.
11. Copy your downloaded super su file to your phone
12. Unplug your device from computer and restart to recovery
13. Go to terminal in TWRP - Advanced-Terminal type command in your phone
Code:
echo SYSTEMLESS=true>>/data/.supersu
14. flash super su and restart your phone.
Congrats you've rooted your phone successfully .
Now you can install custom rom, xposed modules .... etc
visit my YouTube channel for more stuffs related to moto x play rooted phones :good:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcePwMSubyeW0eBWr5SW6Q
Android 7.0 most stable Custom Rom for Moto x play so far
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DFrOVmCqdk&t=7s
reserved
Should it work on XT1563?
CheyTac-12 said:
Should it work on XT1563?
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It supposed to work but I got xt1562 so I haven't personally checked this on xt1563 so I can't guarantee that. But in the previous thread people rooted their xt1563 using this method.
Before you can enter the unlock code in Fastboot, you have to enable it in the developer options first.
Thanks...I tried many methods like one click...but none worked...gonna try .. thanks for info????
Abisheik01 said:
Thanks...I tried many methods like one click...but none worked...gonna try .. thanks for info
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so what happened ? let us know the result :good::laugh:
Check my youtube channel for custom rom tutorials and other stuffs for your moto x play
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcePwMSubyeW0eBWr5SW6Q
Yo!!!again thanks
hey!hey!hey! i got it thankyou very much...unlocking the bootloader was a very big task for me but with your steps i did it im on my way to flash twrp ..........again thanks
How easy is it to revert to stock once the Nougat update rolls out? I like the stock rom but don't want to miss the update just for adaway and Xposed
purplegreendave said:
How easy is it to revert to stock once the Nougat update rolls out? I like the stock rom but don't want to miss the update just for adaway and Xposed
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Better you keep your bootloader locked. There's no point to loose your warranty if you love stock rom.
jerry0476 said:
Better you keep your bootloader locked. There's no point to loose your warranty if you love stock rom.
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Bought it in January so I'm almost out of warranty anyway. All I want is Adaway, XposedGEL and system wide icon packs. Extra freedom with tasker would be nice too. I wish Moto/Lenovo would just give us a better idea of when they're rolling N out but I'm sick of waiting. If it's easy enough to lock the bootloader again and get the OTA (I'm happy to wipe the device in the meantime) then I'm going to root this week
purplegreendave said:
Bought it in January so I'm almost out of warranty anyway. All I want is Adaway, XposedGEL and system wide icon packs. Extra freedom with tasker would be nice too. I wish Moto/Lenovo would just give us a better idea of when they're rolling N out but I'm sick of waiting. If it's easy enough to lock the bootloader again and get the OTA (I'm happy to wipe the device in the meantime) then I'm going to root this week
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We can expect OTA by the end of Dec or Jan. You can restore stock rom for sure but never tried so I can't recommend it.
How do you lock the bootloader
(I'm sorry, I'm a noob)
FIREBREATH1001 said:
How do you lock the bootloader
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You don't. Is not possible. Unlock is not reversible. It is possible to achieve a relocked state which usually isn't helpful.
I have a strange issue where it's as if SuperSU stops and my root permissions are lost until I reboot. If I open any app that usually requests root through SuperSU it just hangs.
I'm using v2.62 so should I try a later version? Do I need to flash this in twrp or just install within Android or is this a known different problem?
farquea said:
I have a strange issue where it's as if SuperSU stops and my root permissions are lost until I reboot. If I open any app that usually requests root through SuperSU it just hangs.
I'm using v2.62 so should I try a later version? Do I need to flash this in twrp or just install within Android or is this a known different problem?
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if you are in stock use this:
go to terminal in TWRP - Advanced-Terminal type command in your phone:
Code:
echo SYSTEMLESS=true>>/data/.supersu
flash super su and restart your phone.
there is new version 2.79:
Code:
https://my.pcloud.com/publink/show?code=XZIvxlZ2TCrbpMdwQkSiAJhQwHuv0J8lRsy
So, this is the updated guide for rooting the Moto X Play, right?
Completely working as of today still?
working but you need updated version twrp 3.0.2-r5 and supersu 2.79. here twrp:
Code:
https://my.pcloud.com/publink/show?code=XZPF6lZmr0aJ56hbe8rm51jfaaXU5L6O5EV
without systemless command you should use version 2.62-3
Code:
https://my.pcloud.com/publink/show?code=XZ5t3lZvON7CblxVEYaWhGGr9rMpY02EEpX
jerry0476 said:
Hello Moto X Play owners
This guide is for those who still don't figure out how to root moto x play running android 6.0.1(stock Rom)
Old Thread for rooting moto x play is outdated, so decide to write this one with updated steps and links.
As usual I'm not responsible for your bricked device, as Motorola says Unlocking your boot loader is not for the faint of heart. you can't blame anybody but yourself. You will loose your warranty by unlocking your boot loader. and you will loose every data on your phone.
Still want to root your phone, okay fine follow these three steps to root your phone.
They are 3 Steps involved in this process.
1, Unlocking the Bootloader
2, install custom recovery
3, Install Super SU
Before you begin
A. Back up all your data. yes you gonna loose entire stuffs on your phone.
B. Download all the required files from the below links
1.Download and install Motorola USB Drivers
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/88481
2.Download Fast boot and extract it to your hard drive (file attached on this thread)
3.Download TWRP latest version (do not extract)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=17934
4. Download Super SU V. 2.62-3 (do not extract)
https://download.chainfire.eu/751/SuperSU/
Now you are ready to begin
Step 1 : Unlock Bootloader
1. Put your device in fastboot mode (power off, then press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously).
2. Plug in your device to your PC using a USB cable.
3. Head over to the Motorola website to get your unlocking key and follow the steps provided there or follow the same steps provided below.
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
3. Go to the extracted fastboot folder and open a command prompt (ctrl+shift+right click and open command prompt)
4. At the prompt, type
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
The returned string will be used to retrieve your unlock key.
Example: On a Windows Desktop, the returned string format would be
fastboot oem get_unlock_data
(bootloader) 0A40040192024205#4C4D3556313230
(bootloader) 30373731363031303332323239#BD00
(bootloader) 8A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F95
(bootloader) 1A3E5#1F53280002000000000000000
(bootloader) 0000000
copy this from the command prompt and paste in a notepad and remove all (bootloader) and make it string like belwo
0A40040192024205#4C4D355631323030373731363031303332323239#BD008A672BA4746C2CE02328A2AC0C39F951A3E5#1F532800020000000000000000000000
5. Check if your device can be unlocked by pasting this string in the field below, and clicking “Can my device be unlocked?”
If your device is unlockable, a "REQUEST UNLOCK KEY" button will now appear at the bottom of this page and agree the terms and condition and check your mail box for unlock key
6. copy your unlock code from mail and type the following command to unlock bootloader
Code:
fastboot oem unlock KEY
replace unlock key with your copied code from mail. Now you will see a unlocked message on your device and your device will reboot. you will see a unlocked bootloader warning with vibration on your phone and you are successfully unlocked your bootloader.
Step 02 Installing custom recovery TWRP
7.Put your device in fastboot mode again (power off, then press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously).
8.Type in the following command into the Command Prompt Window and Enter.
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-lux-3.0.2-r3.img
note that fastboot flash recovery is command and twrp... is our file name so if you are using different version change the name accordingly
9. Now restart your device using keys in your phone to recovery (make sure your are rebooting in to recovery)
10.When prompted allow twrp to make changes. And make a back up of your system from the twrp menu
(do not choose read only, if you choose read only android will erase your recovery next time you reboot and you can not root your phone.)
Step 03 Rooting your phone using Super SU V. 2.62-3
warning : make sure you have a back up of your current system copied to your hard disk or else you can't restore your device if something went wrong.
11. Copy your downloaded super su file to your phone
12. Unplug your device from computer and restart to recovery
13. Go to terminal in TWRP - Advanced-Terminal type command in your phone
Code:
echo SYSTEMLESS=true>>/data/.supersu
14. flash super su and restart your phone.
Congrats you've rooted your phone successfully .
Now you can install custom rom, xposed modules .... etc
visit my YouTube channel for more stuffs related to moto x play rooted phones :good:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcePwMSubyeW0eBWr5SW6Q
Android 7.0 most stable Custom Rom for Moto x play so far
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DFrOVmCqdk&t=7s
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i can't ub my phone, plz help me
ub by fastboot
http://sv1.upsieutoc.com/2017/02/12/Untitled.jpg
ub by windroid v3.0, v3.1
http://sv1.upsieutoc.com/2017/02/12/Untitled15eff6.jpg
ub by windroid v2.4, v2.5, v2.6
http://sv1.upsieutoc.com/2017/02/12/Untitled2.jpg
(Can't put the [RECOVERY][PORT] in title because it exceeds character limit)
Bugs:
- MTP (or just my driver?)
- The rest is just working fine (including adb)
How to boot?
Due to how this device works, we can only flash a stock recovery or else it won't boot with custom recovery at all
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Download TWRP here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=818070582850505557
& (skip if already installed) install adb & fastboot drivers here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
1. Enable OEM unlocking & USB debugging via Settings > Developer Options
2. Open Command Prompt & "cd" where you downloaded the image & type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Allow it when a prompt shows up then try again if it doesn't work
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
SKIP THIS STEP WHEN ALREADY UNLOCKED!
When a warning about unlocking bootloader shows up, press volume up (will factory reset your device after rebooting)
Code:
fastboot boot TWRP-3.1.0-0_v3961.img
There! Enjoy TWRP & READ NOTES!
NOTES:
- If this is the first time you booted TWRP, install SuperSU zip (or use "adb reboot") or else the device won't boot to Android after rebooting using TWRP's reboot option! (modifies /system partition, renames recovery-from-boot.p to recovery-from-boot.bak, causing dm-verity to invalidate system partition)
- If your /data partition is throwing errors, you need to reboot it using "adb reboot", since you've just unlocked the bootloader & needs to be formatted via stock recovery
- Since it's just "fastboot boot", it won't stay on your device (don't even try to "fastboot flash" it)
Help me Please
Pls help. My Cloudfone Excite Prime 2 got bootlopp in orange state after trying to fastboot unlock oem and flashed twrp. is there any fix please. I cant turn off my phone its always restarting on orange state on repeat.
Bootloop (
My wiko u pluse got bootloop too :crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:
Fixed - Forgot to read note LOL
I fastboot flash it lol :v
Hello,
Does it work on U-pulse lite ?
Thanks
Laurent
link for download twrp not working
pls provide link for download twrp u pulse v3961, that one not working anymore
twrp?
pls provide twrp for u pulse v3961, thanks
Update the twrp link please, i need it for my wiko u pulse
3DMapPlayer said:
(Can't put the [RECOVERY][PORT] in title because it exceeds character limit)
Bugs:
- MTP (or just my driver?)
- The rest is just working fine (including adb)
How to boot?
Download TWRP here: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=818070582850505557
& (skip if already installed) install adb & fastboot drivers here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
1. Enable OEM unlocking & USB debugging via Settings > Developer Options
2. Open Command Prompt & "cd" where you downloaded the image & type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Allow it when a prompt shows up then try again if it doesn't work
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
SKIP THIS STEP WHEN ALREADY UNLOCKED!
When a warning about unlocking bootloader shows up, press volume up (will factory reset your device after rebooting)
Code:
fastboot boot TWRP-3.1.0-0_v3961.img
There! Enjoy TWRP & READ NOTES!
NOTES:
- If this is the first time you booted TWRP, install SuperSU zip (or use "adb reboot") or else the device won't boot to Android after rebooting using TWRP's reboot option! (modifies /system partition, renames recovery-from-boot.p to recovery-from-boot.bak, causing dm-verity to invalidate system partition)
- If your /data partition is throwing errors, you need to reboot it using "adb reboot", since you've just unlocked the bootloader & needs to be formatted via stock recovery
- Since it's just "fastboot boot", it won't stay on your device (don't even try to "fastboot flash" it)
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I have old phone here which is Cloudfone next lite. I want to root this phone, but I need twrp first but I don't see twrp for my phone. Is there somebody can help me 🥹
There's a ton of information out there, but finding it can sometimes be a challenge, especially for a newbie. And then there's posts to read through, in case a process has changed and it's only talked about in a single place, buried any number of pages back. So this is my attempt to put all Pixel 3 how-to's into a single thread. Everything below is what worked for me, from start to finish, with a fresh phone directly from Google that was bootloader-locked, unrooted, and running stock Android. Comments are welcome and encouraged: if something doesn't work for you, or you have a better/quicker/more reliable way of doing something, or maybe I made a mistake...let me know!
A few things:
Everything in this guide was tested on a "regular" Pixel 3 (blueline). It should all work exactly the same on a Pixel 3 XL (crosshatch), as long as you download the appropriate files (specifically the factory/OTA images and TWRP). I'm posting this in both blueline and crosshatch forums.
This first post will have links to files and the tools you need, as well as general things (like how to enable debugging and boot into recovery). The second post has how-to's for the big stuff (flashing images, TWRP, unlocking, etc).
I'm not responsible for anything you do. Follow these guides at your own risk. Doing so may also void your warranty.
Files and URLs
Official Android files
Factory (wipes device and requires unlocked bootloader): https://developers.google.com/android/images
Full OTA (leaves data intact, can be done via ADB sideload): https://developers.google.com/android/ota
Preview/beta OTA: https://developer.android.com/preview/download-ota.html
TWRP
XDA thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-3-xl/development/twrp-3-2-3-0-pixel-3-xl-t3861623
Download: https://dl.twrp.me/crosshatch/
Magisk
XDA thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
ADB and Fastboot
Google USB drivers: https://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb
SDK platform tools: https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
Download the ZIP and open (no need to extract the whole thing)
Copy the files below to their own directory (you will use this directory for all ADB/Fastboot commands):
adb.exe
AdbWinApi.dll
AdbWinUsbApi.dll
fastboot.exe
General
Enable USB debugging
Download Google USB drivers (see above)
Download SDK platform tools and copy required files to their own directory (see above)
Enable USB debugging (Settings > About > tap Build 7 times > back > Developer options)
Plug phone into computer and when "Allow USB debugging" box comes up, check the box and allow (may need to have adb daemon running on the computer already, see below)
Fastboot mode (using hardware keys) aka bootloader
Power off
Hold VOL- and press/hold PWR until bootloader (fastboot) comes up
Recovery mode (using hardware keys)
Get into Fastboot mode (see above)
Use VOL buttons to find Recovery in the list, use PWR to select (should boot to broken android image)
Hold PWR and press VOL+ once to get into recovery
Useful ADB and Fastboot commands
Enable USB debugging (see above)
ADB (used while phone is "on" and booted up):
Use "adb devices" to ensure the computer is authorized
Use "adb reboot bootloader" to get into Fastboot
Fastboot mode
Use "fastboot devices" to verify computer can see your phone
Update #1: Items below marked through were removed since they don't really apply to Android 10.
Update #2: Edited to reflect changes in root with Android 11.
A quick note: everything below is assuming you're using Windows 10. When it says "Type...", this assumes you've opened a command window in the location of adb/fastboot and that all files referenced are in the same directory and (in some cases) renamed as I reference them (short names without spaces simplifies things). If you're using Powershell, you will probably need to change "adb" and "fastboot" to read ".\adb" and ".\fastboot" so Powershell will use the local files.
Unlocking the bootloader
THIS WILL WIPE YOUR PHONE, SO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS BACKED UP!
In Developer Options, enable OEM unlocking and confirm (it may ask you to input fingerprint or PIN/pattern/password)
Boot into Fastboot mode (see above)
Type to unlock:
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
Use VOL+ key to get the options on the screen to read "Unlock the bootloader" and use PWR button to select
Type to reboot:
Code:
fastboot reboot
Locking the bootloader
THIS WILL WIPE YOUR PHONE, SO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS BACKED UP!
Boot into Fastboot mode (see above)
IMPORTANT: restore stock recovery if you replaced it with TWRP (this should prevent the "Can't find valid operating system" issue)
Type to lock:
Code:
fastboot flashing lock
Use VOL buttons to find "Lock the bootloader" and use PWR to select
Type to reboot:
Code:
fastboot reboot
Factory reset via fastboot (can also do this without wiping data)
THIS COULD WIPE YOUR PHONE, SO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS BACKED UP!
Download factory image ZIP and unzip all files into their own folder
Unlock bootloader (see above)
Reboot into Fastboot mode
You have 2 options:
Register the location of fastboot.exe with the PATH system variable and run "flash-all.bat"
Wipe data: just run "flash-all.bat" and call it a day
Do not wipe data: open "flash-all.bat" in a text editor (careful not to double-click and run it!), remove the "-w" from the last line to disable the wiping of data, then save, close, and run
Move the 3 files (bootloader IMG, radio IMG, image ZIP) into the ADB folder, rename for simplicity if you want, launch cmd or Powershell, and run the commands below (which come from "flash-all.bat")
Wipe data: type out commands below, but at last line, add "-w" flag: fastboot -w update image.zip
Do not wipe data: type out commands below as written (no "-w" flag)
The commands:
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader bootloader-blueline-XXXX.img
fastboot reboot bootloader
[wait for reboot]
fastboot flash radio radio-blueline-XXXX.img
fastboot reboot bootloader
[wait for reboot]
fastboot update image-blueline-XXXX.zip
Note: The last command (update image) will launch the red "fastbootd" screen, so don't worry and be patient while the command line tells you what's happening. The phone will reboot on its own into the Android system (not fastboot) afterward.
Root Android 10+ using Magisk (Canary channel)
This must be done after every update, and you cannot use the patched file from a different phone!
Unlock bootloader (see above)
Download factory image (not OTA, see link above)
Download and install Magisk Manager Canary (see link above)
In Magisk Manager settings, set Update Channel to "Canary"
Extract boot.img from image-blueline-XXXX.zip found in the factory image you downloaded
Place boot.img on your phone's internal storage
Open Magisk Manager and do:
tap "Install" button (next to "Magisk" in first block on the main screen)
"Select and Patch a File" option
Find boot.img file you just placed on your phone
tap "Let's Go"
When finished, move the newly-created magisk_patched.img file over to your computer's ADB directory
Reboot into bootloader
Type:
Code:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
fastboot reboot
Open up Magisk Manager and make sure everything's good!
Note : if you get stuck in fastboot mode or in a boot loop, flash the stock boot.img to both slots and try again
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img --slot all
Optional:
for adblocking, tap "Systemless hosts" in Magisk Manager, then install AdAway using F-Droid
install a performance kernel like Kirisakura for Bluecross (R)
Updating Android 10+ while rooted
You can't take an OTA while rooted, so updating Android 10+ (as in monthly updates) can be one of two ways.
Method #1 (faster, but more chance for issues)
Download OTA ZIP and move it to ADB folder (don't unzip it)
This does not require an unlocked bootloader, but does require USB debugging (see above)
Get boot.img from the factory image (see first post on where to download this) and place your ADB directory
Reboot into bootloader / fastboot and type to restore stock boot to both slots:
Code:
fastboot flash boot --slot all boot.img
fastboot reboot bootloader
[wait for reboot]
Use VOL buttons to select "Apply update from ADB"
Type (where filename is the name of the file you want to sideload):
Code:
adb sideload filename.zip
Wait for it to finish, will take you back to Recovery when it's done
Reboot using menu
Method #2 (takes longer, but best bet for minimal issues)
Follow "Factory reset via fastboot" instructions (see above, make sure you don't wipe your data!)
Take the OTA in the official way (through Android)
Follow "Root Android 10+ using Magisk Canary" instructions (see above)
Boot into TWRP (3.3.0-0 or higher)
Download TWRP IMG and place in ADB folder (rename the file to twrp.img)
If not already done, unlock the bootloader (see above)
Reboot into bootloader
Type to boot TWRP (it will restart and should boot into TWRP):
Code:
fastboot boot twrp.img
OPTIONAL: Replace recovery by installing TWRP
Your phone should automatically mount, so move twrp.img from PC to Download folder on phone's internal storage
Advanced > Install Recovery Ramdisk > choose TWRP IMG > Swipe to install
Back > Fix Recovery Bootloop > Reboot System > Do Not Install when asked if TWRP should install app
Root using Magisk (18.1 or higher)
Download Magisk ZIP and move to device
Boot into TWRP (see above)
Enter your PIN/pattern/password to decrypt (unnecessary if you are not using security on your phone)
Swipe to Allow Modifications (to system)
Install > find and select the Magisk ZIP > Slide to install
Wipe cache > Reboot system > Do Not Install when asked if TWRP should install app
Open Magisk Manager to verify latest and to install modules
"Can't find valid operating system" booting issue
Unlock your bootloader again (see above)
Follow steps for "Factory reset via fastboot" (see above) and keep the wipe flag
After it reboots, power off (press PWR and select "Power off" from menu)
Follow steps for "Locking the bootloader" (see above)
After it reboots into Fastboot mode, have it start using the PWR button
Android Recovery / "Cannot load Android system" booting issue
This can happen for a number of reasons, but the fix is the same: "Factory reset via fastboot" (see above). You probably do not need to wipe user data, so you can omit the "-w" flag.
If you still get the error message, select the "Try again" option. If it still doesn't work, try "Factory reset via fastboot" again, as well as "Try again". If it doesn't work this time, you probably have no choice but to do a factory reset (in which you will definitely lose your data).
If it happens after flashing Magisk in TWRP, though, you've got a slightly different issue and the problem will persist no matter how many times you flash the factory images and re-install Magisk. This is probably due to something leftover in the previous Magisk installation that conflicts with the new installation. There are two ways to handle this.
First and easiest: uninstall Magisk Manager app before rebooting into the bootloader and running fastboot commands. Then proceed as usual (sideload OTA or flash factory images via fastboot, boot TWRP, and flash Magisk). All guides for this are above. This method preserves any modules you have installed.
Second and more complete (if the above method still gives you trouble):
download to your phone the Magisk ZIP, Magisk Uninstaller ZIP, and Magisk APK from this XDA thread
uninstall the Magisk Manager app
reboot to bootloader
using fastboot, boot into TWRP using IMG (you don't need to replace boot with TWRP)
flash Magisk Uninstaller ZIP
wipe Dalvik
flash Magisk ZIP
wipe Dalvik
reboot system (do not install TWRP)
install Magisk Manager APK and re-install any modules
I just have a couple questions pls-
1) Do the above instructions work on the Verizon Pixel 3 XL
2) I'm currently runned the official Android Q Beta (April 5). Do I need to leave the beta, then restore back to stock Android P (and do I do all those updates before starting root instructions)?
Should I be concerned if my phone hasn't informed me of an April update?
I don't remember if I unlocked the bootloader before or after the updates to the March security update. Does it matter?
farfegnugen said:
I just have a couple questions pls-
1) Do the above instructions work on the Verizon Pixel 3 XL
2) I'm currently runned the official Android Q Beta (April 5). Do I need to leave the beta, then restore back to stock Android P (and do I do all those updates before starting root instructions)?
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Is your bootoader Locked or Unlocked?
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mcwups1 said:
Should I be concerned if my phone hasn't informed me of an April update?
I don't remember if I unlocked the bootloader before or after the updates to the March security update. Does it matter?
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No it does NOT matter which build you unlocked your BL
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Try to go into settings and force the update or you can always flash the entire factory img for april
farfegnugen said:
I just have a couple questions pls-
1) Do the above instructions work on the Verizon Pixel 3 XL
2) I'm currently runned the official Android Q Beta (April 5). Do I need to leave the beta, then restore back to stock Android P (and do I do all those updates before starting root instructions)?
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1.) If you somehow have an unlocked bootloader, yes, it would work for the Verizon Pixel 3 XL. However, I was under the impression that Google will not unlock the BL for the Verizon variant and there is currently no way to "hack" it.
2.) It should work the same whether you're on P or Q, though if you want to remain with Q, make sure you download the beta files directly from Google (rather than the P images) and use Magisk 19.0 instead of 18.1.
mcwups1 said:
Should I be concerned if my phone hasn't informed me of an April update?
I don't remember if I unlocked the bootloader before or after the updates to the March security update. Does it matter?
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You can force it to check for updates; when you unlocked the BL shouldn't matter if you're using a patched boot image.
HACK3DANDR0ID said:
Is your bootoader Locked or Unlocked?
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No it does NOT matter which build you unlocked your BL
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Try to go into settings and force the update or you can always flash the entire factory img for april
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I haven't done anything to the phone since I got it 3 weeks ago but hoping to. Can the VZ version be unlocked? If so please point me in the right direction.
farfegnugen said:
I haven't done anything to the phone since I got it 3 weeks ago but hoping to. Can the VZ version be unlocked? If so please point me in the right direction.
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No, but they working on finding a way to unlock it: [Bounty] Unlock Bootloader VZW Pixel 3 XL by coolhandz
Homeboy76 said:
No, but they working on finding a way to unlock it: [Bounty] Unlock Bootloader VZW Pixel 3 XL by coolhandz
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Thanks so much for the info! Its difficult trying to find the current status of all the diff devices' root statuses.
Thanks for this guide, when using the flash-all.bat and wiping the device will this method flash to both slots?
CadTechBGMC said:
Thanks for this guide, when using the flash-all.bat and wiping the device will this method flash to both slots?
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yes, if you are flashing with wipe all option (without removing -w) it does flash to both slots.
Regarding getting to fastboot:
Since I have flashed April security update and after lightly bricking my Pixel 3Xl, (I have not lost data but I was unable to boot till solving the brick), the phone doesn't stay in fastboot when I use the adb command to get into it and all I can do to get to stay in fastboot is the power and volume down combo for more than 40 seconds.
I have my pixel working perfectly with root and kirisakura kernel but it is a bit of a pain getting to boot TWRP from fastboot for flashing stuff.
EMJI79 said:
Regarding getting to fastboot:
Since I have flashed April security update and after lightly bricking my Pixel 3Xl, (I have not lost data but I was unable to boot till solving the brick), the phone doesn't stay in fastboot when I use the adb command to get into it and all I can do to get to stay in fastboot is the power and volume down combo for more than 40 seconds.
I have my pixel working perfectly with root and kirisakura kernel but it is a bit of a pain getting to boot TWRP from fastboot for flashing stuff.
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yeah if i try to get into fastboot directly from a power on state it doesn't stick on fastboot blinks for a second and then starts with reboot process, probably we are pressing it too long.
what i do normally is to power off the device first wait for few seconds then then use key combination to get it to fastboot from power-off state. Booting from fastboot to twrp never had any issues unless i had messed up the twrp installation due to some mess i did.
SacredDeviL666 said:
yeah if i try to get into fastboot directly from a power on state it doesn't stick on fastboot blinks for a second and then starts with reboot process, probably we are pressing it too long.
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I have to press the keys 40 seconds even from power off.
EMJI79 said:
I have to press the keys 40 seconds even from power off.
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definitely not 40seconds from power off state for me. not sure whats happening there
Maybe a short video would be a help to some of us newbies
Dumb question. Probably gonna upgrade from an original Pixel XL soon. As long as I buy it from store.google.com, I should be able to unlock the bootloader without worrying about a crack/hack, correct? Thanks!
Drashnar said:
Dumb question. Probably gonna upgrade from an original Pixel XL soon. As long as I buy it from store.google.com, I should be able to unlock the bootloader without worrying about a crack/hack, correct? Thanks!
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That is correct. I made the same switch from an OG Pixel and Pixel XL to P3 and P3XL right after release. Unlock the bootloader before you mess around a lot since it will do a factory reset.
How about backups? Does anyone backup and restore, or not?
If so, how do you do it with this 2 partition system?
installed and I like it. I cant get the clock off the lock screen. all settings says it is off.
wished it had MicroG installed instead of gapps
1. Open Settings-About Phone, repeat click Build Number until Developer options shown.
2. Check USB debugging and OEM unlocking
3. Install adb and USB driver, then connect RM3 to computer
USB Driver: https://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb
ADB: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
4. open cmd, then type adb reboot bootloader , then phone will reboot to fastboot mode.
5. Use fastboot flashing unlock, use volume key select unlock , confirm with power button , then the phone will do factory reset and reboot. Now the phone is unlocked
6. Install Magisk Manager, you can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/latest
7. Download current ROM of RM3 here: http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62 then unpack it, copy boot.img to your phone.
8. Use Magisk Manager patch the boot.img then copy magisk_patched.img to computer.
9. Power off. Then hold volume down+ power button , boot into fastboot mode.
10. Flash the patched kernel to phone.
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX629J
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
fastboot reboot
11. The phone is rooted now.
Note:
1. All data will be erased when unlock bootloader
2. After unlock, a warning will shown when phone boot.
changguangyu said:
1. Open Settings-About Phone, repeat click Build Number until Developer options shown.
2. Check USB debugging and OEM unlocking
3. Install adb and USB driver, then connect RM3 to computer
USB Driver: https://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb
ADB: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
4. open cmd, then type adb reboot bootloader , then phone will reboot to fastboot mode.
5. Use fastboot flashing unlock, use volume key select unlock , confirm with power button , then the phone will do factory reset and reboot. Now the phone is unlocked
6. Install Magisk Manager, you can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/latest
7. Download current ROM of RM3 here: http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62 then unpack it, copy boot.img to your phone.
8. Use Magisk Manager patch the boot.img then copy magisk_patched.img to computer.
9. Power off. Then hold volume down+ power button , boot into fastboot mode.
10. Flash the patched kernel to phone.
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX629J
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
fastboot reboot
11. The phone is rooted now.
Note:
1. All data will be erased when unlock bootloader
2. After unlock, a warning will shown when phone boot.
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thank you so much friend
Can you please make a video how to use Google camera in nubia red magic 3
changguangyu said:
1. Open Settings-About Phone, repeat click Build Number until Developer options shown.
2. Check USB debugging and OEM unlocking
3. Install adb and USB driver, then connect RM3 to computer
USB Driver: https://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb
ADB: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
4. open cmd, then type adb reboot bootloader , then phone will reboot to fastboot mode.
5. Use fastboot flashing unlock, use volume key select unlock , confirm with power button , then the phone will do factory reset and reboot. Now the phone is unlocked
6. Install Magisk Manager, you can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/latest
7. Download current ROM of RM3 here: http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62 then unpack it, copy boot.img to your phone.
8. Use Magisk Manager patch the boot.img then copy magisk_patched.img to computer.
9. Power off. Then hold volume down+ power button , boot into fastboot mode.
10. Flash the patched kernel to phone.
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX629J
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
fastboot reboot
11. The phone is rooted now.
Note:
1. All data will be erased when unlock bootloader
2. After unlock, a warning will shown when phone boot.
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Hello I'm interested in rooting the ZTE Axon 10 Pro 4g. Is it possible that the root process could be similar to this? I have not bought it yet, since I want to decide between ZTE Axon 10 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 9. If the ZTE Axon will be rootable im going to get it, if not im going for the Mi 9. I already asked the German customer support and they told me that it is possible, but they would not give any details on how to do it.
Will this root methode works with international model?
WhySoSeriousJoKer said:
Will this root methode works with international model?
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I don't have international model. But i think it will works.
If you want to use cn rom with gapps then try this mathod.
My phone is corrupted and bootloops. Is there a file that I can use in EDL mode?
changguangyu said:
1. Open Settings-About Phone, repeat click Build Number until Developer options shown.
2. Check USB debugging and OEM unlocking
3. Install adb and USB driver, then connect RM3 to computer
USB Driver: https://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb
ADB: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
4. open cmd, then type adb reboot bootloader , then phone will reboot to fastboot mode.
5. Use fastboot flashing unlock, use volume key select unlock , confirm with power button , then the phone will do factory reset and reboot. Now the phone is unlocked
6. Install Magisk Manager, you can download it here: https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/latest
7. Download current ROM of RM3 here: http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62 then unpack it, copy boot.img to your phone.
8. Use Magisk Manager patch the boot.img then copy magisk_patched.img to computer.
9. Power off. Then hold volume down+ power button , boot into fastboot mode.
10. Flash the patched kernel to phone.
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_NX629J
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
fastboot reboot
11. The phone is rooted now.
Note:
1. All data will be erased when unlock bootloader
2. After unlock, a warning will shown when phone boot.
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Sir..how to lock bootloader again if already in global rom asia version
I try in adb,it said locked but in setting developer option still show unlock
andixxx81 said:
Sir..how to lock bootloader again if already in global rom asia version
I try in adb,it said locked but in setting developer option still show unlock
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First install cn rom. Then you unlock bootloader options
I want to know how can I lock the bootloader again, since i need to return this phone, it come with some issues, and if they see i touch that maybe they said that i break the warranty rules
Simple just install global or Chinese rom again ur then your bootloader lock again
sandeepkhatri said:
Simple just install global or Chinese rom again ur then your bootloader lock again
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I have the international version, where can i get the international rom?
I also search global rom but not find. Hope anyone send global rom link
Global rom link
https://eu.redmagic.gg/blogs/news/red-magic-3-global-rom-flash-instructions
Amazing!! thank you very much! I have one question, if i root my phone, I can unroot it using the original rom?
All I get is "Your Device is corrupt. It can't be trusted and will not boot."
Can some one share the europe & asia boot image which already patch by magisk. Tks
Sent from my ALP-L29
Has anyone been successful with this yet?
Working flawlessly?
Hello guys is there any way to relock bootloader?
[AIO Guide] Bootloader unlocking, Root ,Twrp , Custom Rom & Stock Firmware] NOTE :unlocking bootloader wipe your data
Root at your own risk
I am not responsible for any data loss or brick
# Twrp recovery for hot 9
Device- Infinix Hot 9
Model & Variant :
1: X655C-H6211ABKG-Q-OP
1.Bootloader Unlocking Guide:
1. Download & install ADB driver
2.Enable devloper mode by taping on Build verson(setting->my phone) then enable Oem Unlock & usb debugging from (settings->System->Devloper option)
3.Now connect device & open ADB path & run cmd
command: ADB devices
then reboot to bootloader
command: ADB reboot bootloader
4. unlock bootloader
command: fastboot flashing unlock the phone will ask to confirm
5. now reboot to system
command:fastboot reboot
If you are stuck waiting for the device screen
2. TWRP [Official]
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/recovery-for-infinix-hot-9.4472895/
3. Root:
## Root zip link: Magisk-v21.0.zip
## Unroot link : Magisk-uninstaller-20201003.zip
4. Orange state disabler:
Flashing guide & zip file
Click Wipe →Format Data → Yes → Press Enter.
Then Click Reboot → Recovery (Reboot to Recovery ).
After this, TWRP Recovery Mode will be installed on your phone
Link::Orange disabler.zip
5. Gsi Rom / Custom Rom Install guide & link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/custom-rom-dynamic-partition-arm64-ab.4379341/
6. Phone Hard Brick fix / Flashing guide & tools :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/phone-soft-brick-phone-on-off-poblem-tecno-device.4378501/
6.1. Stock Firmware Files / Flash file
## Download link :
1.X655C-H6211ABKG-Q-OP-210704V303
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Hey, the recovery just stuck at the TWRP logo screen.
I'm stuck with < waiting for any device > when I enter fastboot flashing unlock command
Dkwbsn said:
I'm stuck with < waiting for any device > when I enter fastboot flashing unlock command
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if you are using windows OS check your USB drivers
enable USB Debugging from developers options and make sure your device is listed in results of CLI command USB devices otherwise may the problem is the USB Cable