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Does anyone know how to unlock the bootloader on Galaxy S3 or at least downgrade to where I can unlock it. I want to be able to run liquid smooth on my phone. Thanks in advance!!
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eddyo1993 said:
Does anyone know how to unlock the bootloader on Galaxy S3 or at least downgrade to where I can unlock it. I want to be able to run liquid smooth on my phone. Thanks in advance!!
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It'll be a $50 fee and its done via MobileTechVideos. There is no XDA exploit to unlock the bootloader on 4.3+.

SlimSnoopOS said:
It'll be a $50 fee and its done via MobileTechVideos. There is no XDA exploit to unlock the bootloader on 4.3+.
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Am I gonna have to send it in and if so how long would it take.

eddyo1993 said:
Am I gonna have to send it in and if so how long would it take.
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Yes, and a couple weeks.
All the information is available on their website, Google it.
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BadUsername said:
Yes, and a couple weeks.
All the information is available on their website, Google it.
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thanks for the info. Now while looking on the site I ran across JTAG i think and i was wondering what it is. Also, could i install custom ROMS with custom recovery on galaxy S4 without sending it in and without using SafeStrap

eddyo1993 said:
thanks for the info. Now while looking on the site I ran across JTAG i think and i was wondering what it is. Also, could i install custom ROMS with custom recovery on galaxy S4 without sending it in and without using SafeStrap
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JTAG stands for joint test action group, which is essentially a common IEEE serial port located on the motherboard of many devices. In a phones case, a Riff box is used to access the port and flash device specific files to the motherboard directly, thus eliminating the need for the phone to be on or functioning in the first place.
In this case, the jtag port is used to write to the emmc chip directly to override the system check and flash earlier firmware.
You can on the S4 but you need MDK firmware, you're better off asking in the S4 forum.
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BadUsername said:
JTAG stands for joint test action group, which is essentially a common IEEE serial port located on the motherboard of many devices. In a phones case, a Riff box is used to access the port and flash device specific files to the motherboard directly, thus eliminating the need for the phone to be on or functioning in the first place.
In this case, the jtag port is used to write to the emmc chip directly to override the system check and flash earlier firmware.
You can on the S4 but you need MDK firmware, you're better off asking in the S4 forum.
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Ill look into the s4 forum. So is there anything I could do to run LiquidSmooth ROM on my S3? Also, would it be possible that Verizon unlock it if I ask?

eddyo1993 said:
Ill look into the s4 forum. So is there anything I could do to run LiquidSmooth ROM on my S3? Also, would it be possible that Verizon unlock it if I ask?
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Only way is by paying $50. Verizon will do no such thing. Verizon only releases sim unlocked phones, Verizon has never provided a bootloader unlock service.

Verizon 5.1.1 Root??

Sorry, but I have searched, and can't find a direct answer, is 5.1.1 rooted for Verizon?
Where can I find the guide if it is.
Currently I am rooted on 5.02, have been delaying any OTA since purchase, rooted using Ping Pong
Thanks in advance

Anxiously awaiting this myself...I do know that Verizon locked the bootloader on or before 5.1.1 and as far as I know there is no root...yet.
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It does not exist. Not even the top rom makers and programers have been able to do it. The 5.1.1 update will also make it so you can't go backwards to 5.0.2. This is the first time since I've owned cell phones that I've seen a company finally beat the cell phone gurus but they finally did it on this one. However if you are not on Verizon or AT&T you can still do it through ODIN.

So if you have a phone pre 5.1.1 that rootable and root it...will you be able to flash 5.1.1?
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TommyRox said:
So if you have a phone pre 5.1.1 that rootable and root it...will you be able to flash 5.1.1?
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Only if you want to lose root.
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I assumed that's where we are...unfortunately.
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S7 will be coming out in 4 months. I doubt S6 will get it.

MSPORTER10 said:
It does not exist. Not even the top rom makers and programers have been able to do it. The 5.1.1 update will also make it so you can't go backwards to 5.0.2. This is the first time since I've owned cell phones that I've seen a company finally beat the cell phone gurus but they finally did it on this one. However if you are not on Verizon or AT&T you can still do it through ODIN.
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s4 beat the cell phone gurus... Technically... MDK was unlocked, nothing after that was.
s5 has also never had a bootloader unlock..
Lots of Verizon phones don't have much, root at most....

XxD34THxX said:
s4 beat the cell phone gurus... Technically... MDK was unlocked, nothing after that was.
s5 has also never had a bootloader unlock..
Lots of Verizon phones don't have much, root at most....
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S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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unctucker said:
S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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From what I've read, whoever unlocked it posted that they weren't going to release it. Did I hear wrong?
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unctucker said:
S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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It will not be released ever. That has been said a few times. It uses(from what I have heard) a Zero Day exploit, meaning it's very damn complicated, and it has a high chance of bricking people's phones. That was never meant to go to the general public. It was aimed at other devs. It's a proof of concept, meaning it CAN be unlocked, just not through that way.

XxD34THxX said:
It will not be released ever. That has been said a few times. It uses(from what I have heard) a Zero Day exploit, meaning it's very damn complicated, and it has a high chance of bricking people's phones. That was never meant to go to the general public. It was aimed at other devs. It's a proof of concept, meaning it CAN be unlocked, just not through that way.
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0 day exploits are OS vulnerabilities that the manufacturer themselves aren't aware of. It doesn't necessarily mean that exploit itself has a high chance of bricking the phone.
Not releasing the method could be any number if things. These reasons could range from stolen proprietary source code being used to the exploit's author deciding that he doesn't feel like sharing the method.

I heard that the team that found the method said that they would NOT release it at the moment but that in the future it will be available.
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I just want all the bloat ware removed.
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Jesustheheretic said:
0 day exploits are OS vulnerabilities that the manufacturer themselves aren't aware of. It doesn't necessarily mean that exploit itself has a high chance of bricking the phone.
Not releasing the method could be any number if things. These reasons could range from stolen proprietary source code being used to the exploit's author deciding that he doesn't feel like sharing the method.
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I know that it may not have a high chance of bricking the device, but with the device, I assume it is thanks to shenanigans with Verizon and Knox. I have already discussed legal issues briefly in the s4 bootloader thread... Damn Money Sucking Lawyers. It is what it is. I think it has given some people hope because there IS A WAY... Just maybe not that way.

Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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MIKEYSAKZ said:
Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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Well crap, should of waited til 6.0 was out on s6... :crying:

MIKEYSAKZ said:
Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.

redrol said:
Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.
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It's in the news. Said stock 5.1.1.

redrol said:
Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.
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I am pretty sure this is what he is referring to:
http://www.xda-developers.com/update-to-snapprefs-xposed-module-includes-17-instagram-like-filters/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64161125&postcount=3

No one tried yet?
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Canadian Firmware Flash?

I have an international unlocked version of the S7 and was wondering if I could flash the 930W8 Canadian firmware to this phone?

Unless there's a better answer out there...
As long as you're running the same Exynos processor, it's usually safe to cross-flash variants' /system (AP/PDA) partitions. You will definitely want to avoid flashing the CSC, and unless you're trying to access the Canadian carriers' frequencies avoid flashing the modem (CP) as well.
Make certain that you've got the correct firmware handy just in case of a brick.
I've used G900F roms for years on my old G900W8 (S5, not S7). Just don't cross-pollinate the stuff that touches hardware (i.e. modem).

iScott78 said:
I have an international unlocked version of the S7 and was wondering if I could flash the 930W8 Canadian firmware to this phone?
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Why would want to? It's pointless.
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Brava27 said:
Why would want to? It's pointless.
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The reason why is because I had previously gotten an AMERICAN SIM ONLY S7 from Amazon and I don't know what firmware it had on it. I was thinking it might have been 930W8 firmware. I started another thread about it, but short answer is that the AMERICAN SIM ONLY S7 ran a lot smoother than the one I have now. I have the international unlocked 930F now.

iScott78 said:
The reason why is because I had previously gotten an AMERICAN SIM ONLY S7 from Amazon and I don't know what firmware it had on it. I was thinking it might have been 930W8 firmware. I started another thread about it, but short answer is that the AMERICAN SIM ONLY S7 ran a lot smoother than the one I have now. I have the international unlocked 930F now.
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Go over to echoerom.com and get that rom. It's extremely smooth and fast. I have a Canadian s7 using that rom.
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i am really wonder if it is possible to flash 930F firmware from a 930W8 phone, since i am helping my friend to fix a boot loop s7(w8) but i don't want to completely kill the phone.

Brava27 said:
Go over to echoerom.com and get that rom. It's extremely smooth and fast. I have a Canadian s7 using that rom.
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How are you able to access the ROM. I tried and I'm denied. Also is there a specific kernel your using because it looks like the Canadian variant isn't compatible
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OK I've tried every which way to get my hands on a Canadian stock firmware and it isn't happening. I cannot believe there is no way to Odin back to stock. Any ideas would be great
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The US version uses SD820 whereas Canada uses the Exynos. You will likely soft-brick or even hard brick your device AFAIK.
By the way, the BEST way to get stock firmware pretty much directly from Samsung is using a tool called SamFirm. Google "samfirm xda" and it should be the first link.

DonDizzurp said:
The US version uses SD820 whereas Canada uses the Exynos. You will likely soft-brick or even hard brick your device AFAIK.
By the way, the BEST way to get stock firmware pretty much directly from Samsung is using a tool called SamFirm. Google "samfirm xda" and it should be the first link.
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I can't believe I've never come across that tool, downloading stock firmware as we speak thank you so much!!!
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Root?

Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?

maflin18 said:
Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?
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From what I've seen there isn't a version of TWRP for the Pixel yet, however I'd love to be proven wrong.

maflin18 said:
Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?
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I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....

shizonic said:
I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....
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That does indeed look promising! Hoping for the public release soon.

shizonic said:
I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....
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He also stated that TWRP cannot handle the new file encryption yet, so .zips would need to be uploaded in recovery which is wonky for some, as well as the dual system partition fiasco is not handled yet. So *soon* might be more like a few weeks...

Out of curiosity, what are you guys wanting to do with root? First thing I'm going to do is replace system emojis with iOS ones.

As of 10/20, from the source:
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This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/how-to-root-pixel-xl-7-1-t3483860
So we could be a while.

maflin18 said:
Out of curiosity, what are you guys wanting to do with root? First thing I'm going to do is replace system emojis with iOS ones.
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want to install linux in a chroot env....

Chronzy said:
As of 10/20, from the source:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/how-to-root-pixel-xl-7-1-t3483860
So we could be a while.
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Indeed. Once chainfire gets his device, things should begin to roll along much quicker.

I was excited to get the pixel to give into my flashaholic tendencies with reckless abandonment. Sad to see there is no root method available. Went back to my s7 edge for now. I'll get back to my pixel when I can tinker... This pixel sure ain't the Nexus I've grown to know and love. ?
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mrnovanova said:
I was excited to get the pixel to give into my flashaholic tendencies with reckless abandonment. Sad to see there is no root method available. Went back to my s7 edge for now. I'll get back to my pixel when I can tinker... This pixel sure ain't the Nexus I've grown to know and love.
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I assume that the dual system layout partition could play a big role in why TWRP/Root isn't ported yet. Every method has to be adapted to that solution so far as it is new. Though TWRP is already being worked and it's only a question of time XD.

zaclimon said:
I assume that the dual system layout partition could play a big role in why TWRP/Root isn't ported yet. Every method has to be adapted to that solution so far as it is new. Though TWRP is already being worked and it's only a question of time XD.
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That sort of explains it http://android.wonderhowto.com/news...methods-are-taking-longer-than-usual-0174611/
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Looks like chainfire posted an image of his rooted pixel.

https://twitter.com/ChainfireXDA/status/791576935977644032

varun.gid said:
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Very nice
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Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html

maflin18 said:
Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html
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Sure is. haven't tried it myself since I ordered from the Google store, but these guys are legit.

maflin18 said:
Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html
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Yeah we're legit

@jcase Does the dePixel8 method break Android Pay? Also, does it give you root access, or do I still need to apply root after the dePixel8 (and if so, how?)

DMCShep said:
@jcase Does the dePixel8 method break Android Pay? Also, does it give you root access, or do I still need to apply root after the dePixel8 (and if so, how?)
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This doesn't exactly unlock your bootloader. It breaks whatever VZW put on there to block bootloader unlock. After running this you will need to use adb to unlock the bootloader yourself just like a GS version or a nexus. No, this will not give you root. But typically a bootloader unlock is necessary to achieve root. Root methods have not been released yet. Chain Fire has achieved system less root but it's not ready for release.
Also, no depixel8 does not break android pay. Unlocking your bootloader after applying depixel8 will break android pay. Google has prevented android pay from working of your bootloader is unlocked.
Do you read the XDA articles or just post on the forums?

Will Nougat and older versions of android become obsolete?

I'm currently stuck with Nougat on my Huawei Honor 9, and I cannot update it anymore bec. the build number was changed into something else while I was trying to unbrick it, and I also can't root it nor can I use twrp even though the bootloader is unlocked(possibly it broke when I was unbricking it). So my question is, how long does an Android version last until it's no longer usable due to new apps not compatible with it? Should I not worry about newer versions of android coming out every year?

scarlet_venom said:
I'm currently stuck with Nougat on my Huawei Honor 9, and I cannot update it anymore bec. the build number was changed into something else while I was trying to unbrick it, and I also can't root it nor can I use twrp even though the bootloader is unlocked(possibly it broke when I was unbricking it). So my question is, how long does an Android version last until it's no longer usable due to new apps not compatible with it? Should I not worry about newer versions of android coming out every year?
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3 or 4 years but can be longer.
Of course, you could always try flashing it with the correct firmware build number now that it is unbricked.
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Droidriven said:
3 or 4 years but can be longer.
Of course, you could always try flashing it with the correct firmware build number now that it is unbricked.
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True, I just don't like the fact that the software for flashing huawei devices is paid and not open source. It's 19 euros dude. I bet the guy who made dc phoenix is living in a mansion now.

scarlet_venom said:
True, I just don't like the fact that the software for flashing huawei devices is paid and not open source. It's 19 euros dude. I bet the guy who made dc phoenix is living in a mansion now.
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What is your specific device model number?
I'll bet the firmware is available for free somewhere, just gotta know where to look.
I know the software tools to flash it are free so that isn't an issue.
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Droidriven said:
What is your specific device model number?
I'll bet the firmware is available for free somewhere, just gotta know where to look.
I know the software tools to flash it are free so that isn't an issue.
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It's honor 9, also I have the oreo firmware already, I just don't have a way to flash it tho, try looking for a flasher for hisilison decives that's free, I swear you will not find it lol.

scarlet_venom said:
It's honor 9, also I have the oreo firmware already, I just don't have a way to flash it tho, try looking for a flasher for hisilison decives that's free, I swear you will not find it lol.
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When you go to:
system settings>about phone>model number...
Or
system settings>about phone>hardware info>model number....
It says "Honor 9" in the model number position in settings?
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Droidriven said:
When you go to:
system settings>about phone>model number...
Or
system settings>about phone>hardware info>model number....
It says "Honor 9" in the model number position in settings?
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It's STF-L09 in the model number.

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It's STF-L09 in the model number.
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Ok, are you certain that the firmware file that you have downloaded is for the STF-L09?
I'm not familiar with Honor 9 devices so I'm not sure that device name has different model numbers or if all Honor 9's have the same model number, most of the time, devices with the same name can have different model numbers, depending on your region and/or your carrier.
I'll be back with the flashtool for you to use.
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Ok, are you certain that the firmware file that you have downloaded is for the STF-L09?
I'm not familiar with Honor 9 devices so I'm not sure that device name has different model numbers or if all Honor 9's have the same model number, most of the time, devices with the same na.e can have different model numbers, depending on your region and/or your carrier.
I'll be back with the flashtool for you to use.
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Yep

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Ok, according to your model number and chipset architecture, here is a page with a flashtool for Honor 9 and various firmware for the Honor 9 model numbers.
https://www.getdroidtips.com/huawei-honor-9-android-9-0-pie/
Then there is this thread by a member here at XDA that has a tool that can flash honor 9 stock firmware if you have TWRP installed(if you can install TWRP).
https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-9/development/tool-flash-official-firmware-recovery-t3769279
And there is this
https://www.getdroidtips.com/full-guide-install-stock-firmware-huawei-smartphone/
Edit: @scarlet_venom, there is also this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/general/guide-flash-variant-version-firmware-t3506404
I'm fairly certain that you can make something happen with what I've just given you. See...totally free, just gotta try harder when looking.
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Droidriven said:
Ok, according to your model number and chipset architecture, here is a page with a flashtool for Honor 9 and various firmware for the Honor 9 model numbers.
https://www.getdroidtips.com/huawei-honor-9-android-9-0-pie/
Then there is this thread by a member here at XDA that has a tool that can flash honor 9 stock firmware if you have TWRP installed(if you can install TWRP).
https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-9/development/tool-flash-official-firmware-recovery-t3769279
And there is this
https://www.getdroidtips.com/full-guide-install-stock-firmware-huawei-smartphone/
Edit: @scarlet_venom, there is also this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/general/guide-flash-variant-version-firmware-t3506404
I'm fairly certain that you can make something happen with that I've just given you. See...totally free, just gotta try harder when looking.
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Thanks, I will try the beta flashy when I get home, I'll be away for a few days.

Tried it, yeah i do need to pay for a dc phoenix license again lol.
I cant flash anything in fastboot even though the bootloader is unlocked. Can't flash recovery/boot/anything lol, I can't even use "fastboot oem device-info." There's something wrong with my fastboot. But thanks, it was worth a shot.

scarlet_venom said:
Tried it, yeah i do need to pay for a dc phoenix license again lol.
I cant flash anything in fastboot even though the bootloader is unlocked. Can't flash recovery/boot/anything lol, I can't even use "fastboot oem device-info." There's something wrong with my fastboot. But thanks, it was worth a shot.
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Some carriers removed fastboot functionality from their devices. I don't understand what you're saying about buying a license, I've never seen a device that required purchasing a license in order to flash stock firmware.
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Droidriven said:
Some carriers removed fastboot functionality from their devices. I don't understand what you're saying about buying a license, I've never seen a device that required purchasing a license in order to flash stock firmware.
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I mean like flashing the board software plus the firmware(the other way of flashing, besides adb, twrp, or stock recovery update), you need to short-circuit the smartphone so it is detected as usbcom1(in huawei) or as qualcom8001(in any device with qualcom processor).
You then use a software to flash it, you're lucky if your processor is qualcom(or anything that isnt hisilicon), since they are open source and free, while you need to use a paid service for hisilicon.
Here is an example of what im talking about:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/help/solution-19-00-fix-hardbricked-huawei-t3750315
Like seriously I don't even know why I'm still clinging to this device lol I wanna use Samsung A7 2018 or something.

scarlet_venom said:
I mean like flashing the board software plus the firmware(the other way of flashing, besides adb, twrp, or stock recovery update), you need to short-circuit the smartphone so it is detected as usbcom1(in huawei) or as qualcom8001(in any device with qualcom processor).
You then use a software to flash it, you're lucky if your processor is qualcom(or anything that isnt hisilicon), since they are open source and free, while you need to use a paid service for hisilicon.
Here is an example of what im talking about:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/help/solution-19-00-fix-hardbricked-huawei-t3750315
Like seriously I don't even know why I'm still clinging to this device lol I wanna use Samsung A7 2018 or something.
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Ah, yeah, I see, that is a different scenario than just trying to restore the correct stock firmware. Your scenario is more or less still in the "device recovery" stage.
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