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US T-Mobile S7edge giveaway to developer.

I am giving away a new S7edge to a developer of my choice to work on and create root/unlock for the snapdragon version.
If you feel you are competent enough to provide root for this device then send me a PM.
If you feel you know a dev that can do it if they had the device in hand then post their name here in this thread or send me a PM. In the end I choose who gets it based on their background. I will pay for shipping, etc for the developer of choice. All I ask is for you to work diligently on this device.
This device is the future of locked, unrootable devices. The sooner we get through this barrier the better for the sake of all future devices. This isn't the end, only the beginning.
There will be no developer bashing in this thread and will have this thread closed immediately if it happens.

Remarkable of you to do - thank you!

I know I can provide root via my kernel. But, with a locked bootloader you would have a hard time flashing seeing you don't have a custom recovery.

The Sickness said:
I know I can provide root via my kernel. But, with a locked bootloader you would have a hard time flashing seeing you don't have a custom recovery.
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Yes. Not having recovery causes big issues unfortunately.

razz1 said:
Yes. Not having recovery causes big issues unfortunately.
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I have contacted someone regarding TWRP. I will post again when I get a answer

razz1 said:
I am giving away a new S7edge to a developer of my choice to work on and create root/unlock for the snapdragon version.
If you feel you are competent enough to provide root for this device then send me a PM.
If you feel you know a dev that can do it if they had the device in hand then post their name here in this thread or send me a PM. In the end I choose who gets it based on their background. I will pay for shipping, etc for the developer of choice. All I ask is for you to work diligently on this device.
This device is the future of locked, unrootable devices. The sooner we get through this barrier the better for the sake of all future devices. This isn't the end, only the beginning.
There will be no developer bashing in this thread and will have this thread closed immediately if it happens.
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why dont you just sell the phone and get the exynos version?

Chord_Hugo87 said:
why dont you just sell the phone and get the exynos version?
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Loss of carrier features and other potential issues (like poor signal) in my experience of using international devices.

Chord_Hugo87 said:
why dont you just sell the phone and get the exynos version?
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And don't this wouldn't really help the community. Offering to donate a device helps more people than just himself.
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Which Smartphones have Unlockable Bootloader & Can be rooted?

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According to Sir Zelendel's recommendations and this website's list of top smartphones, I have the four products to choose the refurbished/pre-used smartphones from:
Google Pixel
Samsung Galaxy
One Plus
Honor
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So my next query is:
Can the earlier editions/versions of these products also have their bootloaders unlocked/re-locked and be rooted/unrooted?
The explanation behind my brief query in details:
I have assimilated what my teacher here has advised.
I decided that I will buy a 2nd hand, Out-Of-Warranty smartphone for regular use and all sorts of experimentation.
I have been perusing the forum threads. I then searched the forum threads via Google (I know how to ) for better results . Appears that I have found some encouraging posts.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/help-stuck-bootloader-unlocked-warning-t3405091
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/bootloader-unlocked-t3694918
The problem is that people don't leave proper information about whether their problem was solved. This creates problems for the newcomers. They dont have enough guidance.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-one-m8-convert-to-stock-receive-ota-t3260299
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-signal-t3166641
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/dev-love-umi-plus-e-t3533243
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/huawei-ascend-p6s-refuses-to-boot-t2826536
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/req-walmart-black-friday-tablet-lenovo-t3508508/page9
Skimmed them. A few of them look encouraging. Will take some time to assimilate
I also found that the forum lists the following as the top SmPh:
[QUOTE="forum.xda-developers.com/Forums→Top Phones" ]Samsung Galaxy S9
One Plus 5T
Google Pixel 2
One Plus 5
Samsung Galaxy S8+[/QUOTE]
I assume that these mobiles can have their bootloader unlocked as well as the OS rooted?
I remember from my earlier lesson that Honor and One Plus 5T are definitely compatible with my plan to experiment.
Since these are new arrivals in the market, I might not find a 2nd hand SmPh from these said models.
So based on your vast experience, please feel free to advise me to go ahead and buy a SmPh in which I could exercise either of the two options: unlock the bootloader and root/unroot the OS.

rajibando said:
Post amended for better notability:
According to Sir Zelendel's recommendations and this website's list of top smartphones, I have the four products to choose the refurbished/pre-used smartphones from:
So my next query is:
Can the earlier editions/versions of these products also have their bootloaders unlocked/re-locked and be rooted/unrooted?
The explanation behind my brief query in details:
I have assimilated what my teacher here has advised.
I decided that I will buy a 2nd hand, Out-Of-Warranty smartphone for regular use and all sorts of experimentation.
I have been perusing the forum threads. I then searched the forum threads via Google (I know how to ) for better results . Appears that I have found some encouraging posts.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/help-stuck-bootloader-unlocked-warning-t3405091
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/bootloader-unlocked-t3694918
The problem is that people don't leave proper information about whether their problem was solved. This creates problems for the newcomers. They dont have enough guidance.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-one-m8-convert-to-stock-receive-ota-t3260299
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-signal-t3166641
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/dev-love-umi-plus-e-t3533243
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/huawei-ascend-p6s-refuses-to-boot-t2826536
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/req-walmart-black-friday-tablet-lenovo-t3508508/page9
Skimmed them. A few of them look encouraging. Will take some time to assimilate
I also found that the forum lists the following as the top SmPh:
I assume that these mobiles can have their bootloader unlocked as well as the OS rooted?
I remember from my earlier lesson that Honor and One Plus 5T are definitely compatible with my plan to experiment.
Since these are new arrivals in the market, I might not find a 2nd hand SmPh from these said models.
So based on your vast experience, please feel free to advise me to go ahead and buy a SmPh in which I could exercise either of the two options: unlock the bootloader and root/unroot the OS.
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Just a little clearification. All devices come locked when you open the box. Unlocking the bootloader and rooting it are allowed on those devices and on the One plus devices it doesnt void your warranty. Unlocking and rooting are really easy. a couple of PC commands, and one zip flash and boom you are unlocked and rooted.

Thank you, Sir.
But can those smartphones, that can easily be unrooted and their bootloaders, unlocked, be again re-rooted and bootloaders, locked, after necessary amendments, respectively?
After I have bought one of these devices I shall proceed to seek advice on how to do these.
In the meanwhile, and needless to say, I shall also search the forum posts using Google, for further info.
Thank you, Sir, for replying to the post.
Regards

zelendel said:
Just a little clearification. All devices come locked when you open the box. Unlocking the bootloader and rooting it are allowed on those devices and on the One plus devices it doesnt void your warranty. Unlocking and rooting are really easy. a couple of PC commands, and one zip flash and boom you are unlocked and rooted.
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But sir mine device is not unlocking by easy or common methods .. Can you help me to unlock bootloader or root it ?
Device - 10.or E
Chipset - msm8937
Kernel sources are also available but stock firmware not available yet!

rajibando said:
Thank you, Sir.
But can those smartphones, that can easily be unrooted and their bootloaders, unlocked, be again re-rooted and bootloaders, locked, after necessary amendments, respectively?
After I have bought one of these devices I shall proceed to seek advice on how to do these.
In the meanwhile, and needless to say, I shall also search the forum posts using Google, for further info.
Thank you, Sir, for replying to the post.
Regards
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Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command.
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search.
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Shivom786 said:
But sir mine device is not unlocking by easy or common methods .. Can you help me to unlock bootloader or root it ?
Device - 10.or E
Chipset - msm8937
Kernel sources are also available but stock firmware not available yet!
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Not all devices can have an unlocked bootloader. The vast majority cant. I have never even heard of that device so I cant say for sure. But is you cant unlock the bootloader with the switch in developer settings and the PC command then you may have a device that you cant unlock the bootloader on.

zelendel said:
Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command
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Yes, Sir. In Linux it is very simple, almost a no-brainer. But I don't know why the Android programmers have made the issue complicated.
zelendel said:
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search
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Okay, I will remember.
Thanks for everything, till date.

rajibando said:
Yes, Sir. In Linux it is very simple, almost a no-brainer. But I don't know why the Android programmers have made the issue complicated.
Okay, I will remember.
Thanks for everything, till date.
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In Linux you don't really remove root access. It is still there in the system. Not so on Android due to it being turned off in the kernel and having no built in UI.

zelendel said:
Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command.
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search.
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Not all devices can have an unlocked bootloader. The vast majority cant. I have never even heard of that device so I cant say for sure. But is you cant unlock the bootloader with the switch in developer settings and the PC command then you may have a device that you cant unlock the bootloader on.
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The device and company is new sir launched in previous year.
Any way to fully confirm that bootloader is not unlockable of this device or can't root this device?

Shivom786 said:
The device and company is new sir launched in previous year.
Any way to fully confirm that bootloader is not unlockable of this device or can't root this device?
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You will have to contact the oem.

Thanks of replying!
zelendel said:
In Linux you don't really remove root access. It is still there in the system.
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Sir, I see the above couple of lines as an opportunity to exchange smile!
Yes, true, we just allow some commands and users to become root, and then remove the root privileges.
zelendel said:
Not so on Android due to it being turned off in the kernel and having no built in UI.
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This part I don't really understand because of my lack of experience with android.
I am studying android-x86, but I am not making much of a headway.
I would really want to know as to how is it turned off in the Kernel. Which portions of the kernels are removed, or hashed/silenced.

Please create your own thread & post your questions there, Mr.Shivom
A minor request to Mr. Shivom786.
Could you please create your own thread and ask your questions there please? This is my thread where I am seeking advice. Only my advisors are supposed to have posted here. This is an unwritten decency code that is supposed to be maintained in conversations.
I apologise for using the word 'decency' explicitly, Mr. Shivom, and hope that I shall be apologised.
If you have a problem creating a thread I could help you. You could click in xda-developers → General discussion → Questions and Answers, and use the "New Thread" button.
Please don't forget to click the 'Thanks' button below this post if you believe you were helped .

Also depends on your carrier. Like the S7 Edge on T Mobile is locked. Sucks. I'm searching for a new phone but a lot is locked on T Mobile it seems
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Found a way to unlock the bootloader and get root on all models!

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Encouraging members to participate in forum activities on other phone related sites is prohibited.
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Or almost all models .. We find out.

Thank. I am not allowed to publish links. ))

EL Rain said:
Thank. I am not allowed to publish links. ))
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As google translate, they were taking about European version not all models.

nareach said:
As google translate, they were taking about European version not all models.
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I agree. Most models can be unlocked. including 710eaw. On t-mobile does not work

Anyone found the instructions...

if this is true is a big step... intructions please

I will believe it when I see it.. If it is no good for us models, then it is worthless.. Wake me up when someone can unlock sprint, t-mobile, ATT Verizon....

doubledragon5 said:
I will believe it when I see it.. If it is no good for us models, then it is worthless.. Wake me up when someone can unlock sprint, t-mobile, ATT Verizon....
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sprint successfully unlocked bootloader

doubledragon5 said:
If it is no good for us models, then it is worthless..
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Wow, wow. Easy buddy. There's life outside US.

doubledragon5 said:
I will believe it when I see it.. If it is no good for us models, then it is worthless.. Wake me up when someone can unlock sprint, t-mobile, ATT Verizon....
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sorry for duplicates, problems with the browser, I don’t know how to remove them

Is it with the link in the Original post? Was it easy or is there a more simplified instruction method I will have to try it this weekend. And if that's the case hopefully there will actually be some custom material for this device
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I'll have to wait to do this when I get home it only translated part English I can't read f****** Russian so I don't know what the answer to that stupid question is

doubledragon5 said:
Is it with the link in the Original post? Was it easy or is there a more simplified instruction method I will have to try it this weekend. And if that's the case hopefully there will actually be some custom material for this device
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I'll have to wait to do this when I get home it only translated part English I can't read f****** Russian so I don't know what the answer to that stupid question is
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you only need to install teamviewer on the PC, I will do the rest myself, it will take 10-15 minutes of time.
There is no other way except installing the bootloader from the engineering version v35.
The loader is needed only for unlocking and installing root, tvrp.
After the unlock, the bootloader can be returned to G7, but the fastboot commands will not work.
You do not need to know Russian, with the help of a translator from Google, write me in QMS or in the mail that you want to unlock the bootloader, we will agree on the time, I will do everything myself, you will only watch the process
Sorry for my English

motogvasyag said:
you only need to install teamviewer on the PC, I will do the rest myself, it will take 10-15 minutes of time.
There is no other way except installing the bootloader from the engineering version v35.
The loader is needed only for unlocking and installing root, tvrp.
After the unlock, the bootloader can be returned to G7, but the fastboot commands will not work.
You do not need to know Russian, with the help of a translator from Google, write me in QMS or in the mail that you want to unlock the bootloader, we will agree on the time, I will do everything myself, you will only watch the process
Sorry for my English
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Can you unlock korean version LMG710N?

nareach said:
Can you unlock korean version LMG710N?
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should work, you need to try

Will the Canadian model -- the G710AWM -- work with this method...?
gs

gilnfld said:
Will the Canadian model -- the G710AWM -- work with this method...?
gs
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Yes, G710AWM successfully unlocked bootloader

motogvasyag said:
Yes, G710AWM successfully unlocked bootloader
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Wow excellent. I would love to do it over the weekend. So if i understand correctly this process involves flashing bootloader from v35 for unlocking purposes yes? You said that after unlock of the boot we can go back to stock G7 via KDZ but will loose fastboot commands however the bootloader will remain unlocked? How do we then root/flash twrp to device once going back to stock? What is the best way to reach you for chat?
gs

motogvasyag said:
you only need to install teamviewer on the PC, I will do the rest myself, it will take 10-15 minutes of time.
There is no other way except installing the bootloader from the engineering version v35.
The loader is needed only for unlocking and installing root, tvrp.
After the unlock, the bootloader can be returned to G7, but the fastboot commands will not work.
You do not need to know Russian, with the help of a translator from Google, write me in QMS or in the mail that you want to unlock the bootloader, we will agree on the time, I will do everything myself, you will only watch the process
Sorry for my English
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Thanks got teamviewer installed with remote access.. I will write you later, when time permits today...

doubledragon5 said:
Thanks got teamviewer installed with remote access.. I will write you later, when time permits today...
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Please don't let some random person from the internet have remote access to your PC and phone......not smart at all

oppo support on request Bootloader unlock [Global Rom]

Thank you for contacting our OPPO customer service with your concern. I would be glad to help you.
I can fully understand that you wish to unlock the bootloader of your OPPO Find X2 Pro.
I am very sorry, but for security reasons we cannot provide you with a bootloader code for rooting. Your security is very important to us and we cannot guarantee this if the bootloader is unlocked. Therefore we unfortunately have no possibility to create a bootloader code for you.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at any time.
Thank you for your understanding.
Have a nice day, stay safe.

Fetzi672 said:
Thank you for contacting our OPPO customer service with your concern. I would be glad to help you.
I can fully understand that you wish to unlock the bootloader of your OPPO Find X2 Pro.
I am very sorry, but for security reasons we cannot provide you with a bootloader code for rooting. Your security is very important to us and we cannot guarantee this if the bootloader is unlocked. Therefore we unfortunately have no possibility to create a bootloader code for you.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at any time.
Thank you for your understanding.
Have a nice day, stay safe.
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Fetzi672 said:
Thank you for contacting our OPPO customer service with your concern. I would be glad to help you.
I can fully understand that you wish to unlock the bootloader of your OPPO Find X2 Pro.
I am very sorry, but for security reasons we cannot provide you with a bootloader code for rooting. Your security is very important to us and we cannot guarantee this if the bootloader is unlocked. Therefore we unfortunately have no possibility to create a bootloader code for you.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at any time.
Thank you for your understanding.
Have a nice day, stay safe.
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How you contacted them?
do you have de contact?
thanks.

ROOTING

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I would like to Root this Android?
Thank you.
How can enable OEM Unlock/Lock Option?
Cannot find the OEM Unlock/Lock Option?
Tried all the steps on how to enable it.
Is there anyway to root this model by computer or apk?

iphonemaster72 said:
How can enable OEM Unlock/Lock Option?
Cannot find the OEM Unlock/Lock Option?
Tried all the steps on how to enable it.
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The screenshot you uploaded is useless for that info, anyway you should cover your IMEI number.
OEM unlock feature must be in the developer options.
If your device is from the USA variants, then it is not unlockable.

Thank you
I was trying to let you know what type of phone that I owned.

@iphonemaster72
I've closed these two threads for the reason I announced in them:
[CLOSED]ROOTING BY COMPUTER
{Mod edit: Attached screenshot removed in order to protect privacy} Is there anyway to root this model by computer or apk?
forum.xda-developers.com
[CLOSED]OEM UNLOCK/LOCK
{Mod edit: Attached screenshot removed in order to protect privacy} How can enable OEM Unlock/Lock Option? Cannot find the OEM Unlock/Lock Option? Tried all the steps on how to enable it.
forum.xda-developers.com
However, I've merged their opening posts (OP) with the one of this thread in order to maintain all of your questions. Please review the XDA Forum Rules with special emphasis an rule no. 5 and post only ONCE! If you want to add additional information or question, please simply edit the existing thread instead of creating new ones. Thanks for your cooperation.
Additionally, I assumed your consent and removed the screenshot, which you atteched and that showed your telephone number and your IMEI. Both information could be used for illegal and harmful purposes if available to questionable subjects. YOU would be the one who suffers. Never make them publicly available on the internet.
Please feel free to attach the screenshots again if you don't mind your privacy and security.
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Oswald Boelcke
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P.S. Remark for all readers: The affected device is a Samsung Galaxy A10e (SM-A102U)

one can't root that device with apk - if some site claims different it's a scam for sure!
furthermore that bootloader is locked down entirely from samsung. if there will be workaround or exploit in future you will hear it probably from @afaneh92 first. I suggest you to read his threads and subscribe
why do you want to root that device? you probably have another issue which can maybe solved without rooting

SubwayChamp said:
The screenshot you uploaded is useless for that info, anyway you should cover your IMEI number.
OEM unlock feature must be in the developer options.
If your device is from the USA variants, then it is not unlockable.
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Samsung US devices can be unlocked here
[Android][UNSAMLOCK] Bootloader Unlock for Samsung US/Canada Devices
This thread is @svetius approved Important notice: Do not update to April 2023 security update (XXXXXXXXXXWCX) or later. Examples: G998USQS6EWCA, N986USQU4HWD1. Samsung has patched the bootloader unlock again on those updates. NOTE: The OneUI...
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afaneh92 said:
Samsung US devices can be unlocked here
[Android][UNSAMLOCK] Bootloader Unlock for Samsung US/Canada Devices
This thread is @svetius approved Important notice: Do not update to April 2023 security update (XXXXXXXXXXWCX) or later. Examples: G998USQS6EWCA, N986USQU4HWD1. Samsung has patched the bootloader unlock again on those updates. NOTE: The OneUI...
forum.xda-developers.com
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Usually I never referred to paid services, anyway is up to the OP to take it or not, I'm not against that at all but I never personally provide links or guidance in this matter.

SubwayChamp said:
Usually I never referred to paid services, anyway is up to the OP to take it or not, I'm not against that at all but I never personally provide links or guidance in this matter.
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This is the only option available and its approved by xda owner

afaneh92 said:
This is the only option available and its approved by xda owner
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Yes, I saw that, and it's right, I totally understand the reason behind that, it's unlikely to cover that wide range of devices in other way but for this reason I said that US variants are not unlockable (by the normal means). For the sake of accuracy, all the devices are unlockable, either for free or through a paid service, but always my answers are directed to the "fun for free" section.