Anyone know if root kills Netflix hdr, hdr etc on the 7 Pro? This was the case on earlier OnePlus phones, but I have a Pixel 3XL rooted and keep hdr Netflix content with no issues.
Was never an issue on the OnePlus 6T, I don't see the 7 Pro having an issue either.
How was it not an issue? you root, you loose security L1 and move to L3
schmeggy929 said:
Was never an issue on the OnePlus 6T, I don't see the 7 Pro having an issue either.
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So you don't lose hd/hdr on Netflix with root?
BoboBrazil said:
So you don't lose hd/hdr on Netflix with root?
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He probably doesn't know how to check to see his security level for Widevine. If he's rooted he's on security L3 not L1
Eric214 said:
He probably doesn't know how to check to see his security level for Widevine. If he's rooted he's on security L3 not L1
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I'm rooted and have L1...
miffymiffy said:
I'm rooted and have L1...
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It varies device to device. Pixels (and apparently your HTC) retain L1. A bunch of Chinese devices do too - Xiaomi, etc.
My pixel 3xl had the widevine keys deleted from vendor firmware_mnt after I unlocked.
So be careful, you might not get the keys back.
I will relock soon and see if it helps
virtyx said:
My pixel 3xl had the widevine keys deleted from vendor firmware_mnt after I unlocked.
So be careful, you might not get the keys back.
I will relock soon and see if it helps
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relock your device und you'll get l1 back
matze19999 said:
relock your device und you'll get l1 back
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People on Reddit have had the same problem and re locking didn't change it
I'll try it soon and see if it made a difference
But definitely something to keep in mind...
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So you don't lose hd/hdr on Netflix with root?
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You should Magisk hide Netflix. Apparently some people are able to retain L1 (it should be impossible with unlocked bootloaders.. Oneplus will lose l1 status upon unlock..) I'll see about trying to keep l1 on oneplus 7 pro.
JhinCuatro said:
You should Magisk hide Netflix. Apparently some people are able to retain L1 (it should be impossible with unlocked bootloaders.. Oneplus will lose l1 status upon unlock..) I'll see about trying to keep l1 on oneplus 7 pro.
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Where are those posts?
harpin14789 said:
Where are those posts?
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Don't bother, it's impossible :good:
Pfeffernuss said:
Don't bother, it's impossible :good:
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Do elaborate. I don't think it's possible either but would love to see exactly why that is. Nothing is impossible in this world.
Unlocked bootloader = widevine L1, period.
You can download Netflix app that apparently circumvents this and still displays HD video, but not working here (plus it's old version without full screen anyway).
With the Huawei Mediapad M5 Pro, my tablet I still use, as Oneplus is not making awesome tablets , I used a Custom Rom from Openkirin.net and I was able to keep Widevine L1 and Netflix in HD.
Do any of you know of good Custom Roms that have Widevine L1 enabled? (it was at least their resurrection remix version for Kirin devices that kept Widevine L1)
Maybe some devs are reading along and have perceived a way to add it to a Rom and would think about adding it :-o
Pfeffernuss said:
Unlocked bootloader = widevine L1, period.
You can download Netflix app that apparently circumvents this and still displays HD video, but not working here (plus it's old version without full screen anyway).
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It's true that it's old version, not true not having full screen. I have a mod Netflix I found here in xda with hdr and dolby it is old version but it works
dami00976 said:
It's true that it's old version, not true not having full screen. I have a mod Netflix I found here in xda with hdr and dolby it is old version but it works
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With pinch to zoom?
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With pinch to zoom?
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No, you have to tap the arrows which is for zooming... There's no Doble tap to forward. The the icon for 10 seconds rewind
My p3xl permanently lost l1 after a bootloader unlock
Re-locking didn't change it.
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i really want to root my phone, but i saw some cases where the camera stopped working etc. and ofcourse the (permanent?) removal of the waranty.
You lose the DRM keys and since there's no Marshmallow fw for this phone since it came with Nougat you can't downgrade to save them but unless you plan on going root-less this won't be that big of a deal.
So if you plan on having root forever no worries.
When you lose the DRM keys you lose some quality in the camera in low-light conditions.
For me root heavily outweighs the camera. I don't buy Sony phones for the camera, as long as they are working I'm fine with losing low-light quality to get root.
The camera issue got fixed so don't worry about that.
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You lose the DRM keys and since there's no Marshmallow fw for this phone since it came with Nougat you can't downgrade to save them but unless you plan on going root-less this won't be that big of a deal.
So if you plan on having root forever no worries.
When you lose the DRM keys you lose some quality in the camera in low-light conditions.
For me root heavily outweighs the camera. I don't buy Sony phones for the camera, as long as they are working I'm fine with losing low-light quality to get root.
The camera issue got fixed so don't worry about that.
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You said camera was fixed? My camera is after twrp and magisk ****ed, and im not really happy with this ?
Why what's wrong with it?
HellFish23 said:
You said camera was fixed? My camera is after twrp and magisk ****ed, and im not really happy with this
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Are you getting green images? You need to flash this boot.img then TWRP and then Magisk .
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xzs/development/kernel-7-1-1-xperia-xzs-t3607488
FartyParty said:
You lose the DRM keys and since there's no Marshmallow fw for this phone since it came with Nougat you can't downgrade to save them but unless you plan on going root-less this won't be that big of a deal.
So if you plan on having root forever no worries.
When you lose the DRM keys you lose some quality in the camera in low-light conditions.
For me root heavily outweighs the camera. I don't buy Sony phones for the camera, as long as they are working I'm fine with losing low-light quality to get root.
The camera issue got fixed so don't worry about that.
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Are you getting green images? You need to flash this boot.img then TWRP and then Magisk .
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xzs/development/kernel-7-1-1-xperia-xzs-t3607488
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The latest build in my region is .191 and this kernel is for 235... I assume it won't work? Thanks for the help
HellFish23 said:
The latest build in my region is .191 and this kernel is for 235... I assume it won't work? Thanks for the help
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No it will bootloop. I would just flash .235 anyway. Thats what I did. It doesn't matter it's another region.
This is a temporary fix until Poco solves the Widevine issue for watching Netflix in HD and UltraHD.
Hi everyone, I have found a modded version of Netflix which allows HD and Ultra HD streaming on devices with WideVine L3 support.
I have extensively tested this app, it actually streams in 720p and above on Poco F1.
Instructions for 1st run:
Skip update and sign in, it may lag just close the app and reopen it and it will work after that flawlessly.
The link for HD only is: http://www.mediafire.com/file/i08g9us89xeu1xf/netflixlatest.hdonly.apk/file
And The link for Ultra HD is:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/8wmaxnftgr1h2m4/netflixlatest.ultrahd.apk/file
Credits:
The original thread is https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/netflix-hd-ultrahd-ultrahd-dolby-5-1-l1-t3535349
I spied the XDA thread on this issue. Great to have easy access to the APK.
The point stands though that it's harder than you might think to distinguish between Netflix at ultra HD and 540p on a phone, with the former using a lot more data.
Good to have the option though ?
You should credit the original thread.
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I spied the XDA thread on this issue. Great to have easy access to the APK.
The point stands though that it's harder than you might think to distinguish between Netflix at ultra HD and 540p on a phone, with the former using a lot more data.
Good to have the option though
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Even I prefer watching in sd but the inability to play in HD was bugging me like many other users.
and already posted in this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/poco-f1/how-to/xiaomi-poco-f1-unlock-bootloader-custom-t3839405
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and already posted in this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/poco-f1/how-to/xiaomi-poco-f1-unlock-bootloader-custom-t3839405
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I believe many users might have not noticed that, just like me so a dedicated thread is needed for this topic instead of a link embed in a unlock and root guide thread.
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You should credit the original thread.
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Done, thanks for reminding me. I never had the intention of shadowing the original thread as I mentioned I found it and not made it.
Awesome News! Now waiting for a Amazon Prime and HBO solution
Doesn't work. Just tried with test patterns. Max it can go is upto 480p. Ultra HD won't even start the stream.
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Doesn't work. Just tried with test patterns. Max it can go is upto 480p. Ultra HD won't even start the stream.
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I tested the HD one, maybe you could try that one. Ultra HD may not work as the screen itself is full hd and not 4k.
Try a different show too.
narora9999 said:
I tested the HD one, maybe you could try that one. Ultra HD may not work as the screen itself is full hd and not 4k.
Try a different show too.
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It just shows HD logo beside the title but it actually doesn't work. If anything doesn't work on least copyrighted test patterns - it won't work on anything in Netflux. I also tried this on my unofficial Android box which has Widevine L1 but also fails and caps the video at 480p. The mod is just to enable the l9go besides the title
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It just shows HD logo beside the title but it actually doesn't work. If anything doesn't work on least copyrighted test patterns - it won't work on anything in Netflux. I also tried this on my unofficial Android box which has Widevine L1 but also fails and caps the video at 480p. The mod is just to enable the l9go besides the title
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lol I'll try again ? but box will not support hd its not supported in any box.
I thought it was interesting to see how much of a difference it makes -
Widevine Is not a software issue its hardware issue. Xiaomi cant update phones and Silve it just like that. Oneplus users had to return their devices to manufacturer to solve this so...
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Widevine Is not a software issue its hardware issue. Xiaomi cant update phones and Silve it just like that. Oneplus users had to return their devices to manufacturer to solve this so...
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Its just a certification process which is free of cost. Check this link out
https://www.androidauthority.com/widevine-explained-821935/
Btw the official miui forum states that it is already in development with google and Qualcomm.
Source: http://en.miui.com/thread-4177882-1-1.html
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Widevine Is not a software issue its hardware issue. Xiaomi cant update phones and Silve it just like that. Oneplus users had to return their devices to manufacturer to solve this so...
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It's actually a software issue, but the security key is stored in a secure partition that can only be accessed by authorised computers from manufacturers.
Good news guys the mi team gonna release Widevine L1 support to our beloved F1 in the upcoming beta within Q4
Source: http://en.miui.com/thread-4272498-1-1.html
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Good news guys the mi team gonna release Widevine L1 support to our beloved F1 in the upcoming beta within Q4
Source: http://en.miui.com/thread-4272498-1-1.html
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Good to see they're working on the software issues
"Will try" doesn't give me enough assurance though
Finally, i can watch netflix in HD on my mipad 4, thank thanks thanks ?
is it need subcription?
See on firmware Finder changelog
FF Screen shot
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FF Screen shot
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How long until its available via OTA?
In my experience one week or until next update.... ?
Can this version be rooted with Magisk?
No, no root is available.
Can someone who did update confirm that the OEM Unlock is not grayed out ?
OEM unlock is greyed out but active.
mrabcx said:
No, no root is available.
Can someone who did update confirm that the OEM Unlock is not grayed out ?
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Hi mate,
do you know if it is gonna be aviable soon?
Thanks
Is there a way to force the upgrade ? Im on 8.1 latest software and stock no root and no unlock bootloader. Any help would be awesome!
alvaro_plopez said:
Hi mate,
do you know if it is gonna be aviable soon?
Thanks
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We need developers who are willing to spend a lot of time and resources on this phone. The development for this phone has been marginal and things are unlikely to change much.
The newer Mate 20 running Android 9 has to this day still not been rootable .... everything pointing to one single thing: if you buy a Huawei phone you get stuck to Emui and unrootable phone. I myself plan to stay on 8.1 forever unless root and twrp become available.
Got OTA today. The problems with sound distortion that I had when streaming using LDAC and HWA at the highest bitrate are gone. They added the gesture navigation from Mate 20 Pro but this still need work as it's not smooth enough.
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Got OTA today. The problems with sound distortion that I had when streaming using LDAC and HWA at the highest bitrate are gone. They added the gesture navigation from Mate 20 Pro but this still need work as it's not smooth enough.
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Which model?
What Region?
You updated from Beta or oreo?
I'm already in 9.
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Which model?
What Region?
You updated from Beta or oreo?
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Looks like c432 and the package size is too small I think to be updated from oreo correct me if I am wrong. So I think he was on beta.
Is there a way to force the update through firmware finder ? Stock and unrooted no bootloader unlock too
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Which model?
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You updated from Beta or oreo?
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Yes, I'm in the beta and this is the first update since the initial release. The model is CTL-L29.
I think they are close to releasing the final version and I heard that this will happen this month.
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Got OTA today. The problems with sound distortion that I had when streaming using LDAC and HWA at the highest bitrate are gone. They added the gesture navigation from Mate 20 Pro but this still need work as it's not smooth enough.
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Hello, can you confirm or deny if the P20 Pro get Master AI 2.0 like the Mate 20 series has? Master AI 1.0 was over the top in processing and color. Thanks.
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Hello, can you confirm or deny if the P20 Pro get Master AI 2.0 like the Mate 20 series has? Master AI 1.0 was over the top in processing and color. Thanks.
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How to check Master AI version?
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How to check Master AI version?
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I don't think there is a way to check per say, but you should see big differences in how it processes images. For instance Blue Sky or Greenery will not be over the top like in P20 Pro. The Mate 20's version of Master AI is much improved over the P20 series.
I hope this version would help fix some historical problems, especially the one with smart unlock stop working that really piss me off.
Said this, I hope at the time Huawei will release the OTA it will be stable enough to don't let me regret Oreo.
Just for fun, in Italy sometimes major updates appeared before on branded models, I think this is merely due to the attempt to please the operators.
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I hope this version would help fix some historical problems, especially the one with smart unlock stop working that really piss me off.
Said this, I hope at the time Huawei will release the OTA it will be stable enough to don't let me regret Oreo.
Just for fun, in Italy sometimes major updates appeared before on branded models, I think this is merely due to the attempt to please the operators.
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Was thinking exactly the same, this disappearing Smart Lock issue is very annoying.
Is there anyone here running on beta that can confirm it was resolved?
Hi, i am very curious on the rooting scenario.. what happens if i unlock the bootloader and root my op7, wich features do i miss out on and does it do anything special? I want to use substratum, since i like to theme my phones ?
You will lose Widevine L1 which will means you cannot view DRM video in anything but 480p. (ie. Netflix will not play HD video)
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You will lose Widevine L1 which will means you cannot view DRM video in anything but 480p. (ie. Netflix will not play HD video)
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even if I download the netflix movies ?
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even if I download the netflix movies ?
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Correct. It reads the security level as L3 and just downloads the content in 480p. I've tried this before and it was still just L3 and not L1
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You will lose Widevine L1 which will means you cannot view DRM video in anything but 480p. (ie. Netflix will not play HD video)
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Netflix and Amazon correct? As long as YouTube is good.
Is it permanently lost, or can you recover it by re-locking the bootloader?
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Is it permanently lost, or can you recover it by re-locking the bootloader?
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On older Oneplus Phones it is recovered by re-locking it (read here for example), haven't read any statements for the OP7, though I would assume it's the same.
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On older Oneplus Phones it is recovered by re-locking it (read here for example), haven't read any statements for the OP7, though I would assume it's the same.
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Good to know. Thank you.
If you need to ask this
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Hi, i am very curious on the rooting scenario.. what happens if i unlock the bootloader and root my op7, wich features do i miss out on and does it do anything special? I want to use substratum, since i like to theme my phones
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Then don't do it! Non technical people shouldn't root as this isn't for beginners
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Then don't do it! Non technical people shouldn't root as this isn't for beginners
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Lmao! Come on now this isn't like back in the day where you entered line by line in adb.. They could also just want to unlock the bootloader to convert their tmo OP to an international and don't really care about root.
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Lmao! Come on now this isn't like back in the day where you entered line by line in adb.. They could also just want to unlock the bootloader to convert their tmo OP to an international and don't really care about root.
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I remember those days, when there was a real chance of hard bricking a phone.
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You will lose Widevine L1 which will means you cannot view DRM video in anything but 480p. (ie. Netflix will not play HD video)
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Thanks! But its only Netflix? Nothing will happen to my apps like Pokemon go, or bank apps? Jailbreak on iphone x made both unuseable because IT knew i was jailbreaked..
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Then don't do it! Non technical people shouldn't root as this isn't for beginners
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Plz dont be this person.
Im not a beginner at all, ive rooted and installed cutom roms since HTC desire/ Galaxy S2.
I only asked since i heard og this widevine making Netflix only stream 480p.
bp328i said:
I remember those days, when there was a real chance of hard bricking a phone.
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Yes! Back in the G1 days...I made the mistake of flashing the SPL and radio in the wrong order....RIP Google G1 :'( Lol! Luckily, warranty replaced it, no questions asked. I got the HTC Sensation two weeks later, anyway
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Thanks! But its only Netflix? Nothing will happen to my apps like Pokemon go, or bank apps? Jailbreak on iphone x made both unuseable because IT knew i was jailbreaked..
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A lot of banking apps won't work on rooted devices due to the security risk it poses to your accounts with those banks. I have also read that Pokémon Go also does not work on rotted devices. You will also lose Google Pay.
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A lot of banking apps won't work on rooted devices due to the security risk it poses to your accounts with those banks. I have also read that Pokémon Go also does not work on rotted devices. You will also lose Google Pay.
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Isnt there some app like gearbox or something that can hide the detection in apps? I think i did this back in the day ?
Yes, you can just hide those apps using magisk hide in the magisk manager. It works with all banking apps, for me.
Dabarr said:
Yes, you can just hide those apps using magisk hide in the magisk manager. It works with all banking apps, for me.
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Aha, well then it doesnt do anything else for me.. i dont Even use Netflix on my phone ?
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Aha, well then it doesnt do anything else for me.. i dont Even use Netflix on my phone ?
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What do you mean exactly? You can pretty much hide any app that has root detection. Even Google pay works.
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Yes, you can just hide those apps using magisk hide in the magisk manager. It works with all banking apps, for me.
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Thanks for the info, I didn't root my phone because I'm using those banking apps on a daily basis.
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Does anyone else have this? I've never unlocked or done anything to the phone but it's on Widevine L3. If I reboot it goes back to L1 on DRM check apps but in the Netflix app it states L3.
Yes, unfortunately I've got the same issue
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Yes, unfortunately I've got the same issue
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Try uninstalling Netflix then reinstalling it after rebooting. It seems to have allowed Netflix L1 for me now.
Batfink33 said:
Try uninstalling Netflix then reinstalling it after rebooting. It seems to have allowed Netflix L1 for me now.
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It worked! Lets see after how long will it revert to L3
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It worked! Lets see after how long will it revert to L3
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Yeah, something's not right. I'd expect this from a OnePlus phone but not a £1400 Samsung.
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Yeah, something's not right. I'd expect this from a OnePlus phone but not a £1400 Samsung.
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For sure. Did a quick google search on the issue and it seems it been going on for last few years. since 2019 at least.