Related
Hi Guys
Sorry for asking the same old question again..
I just got my AT&t HTC One x from US shipped over to India by my cousin.
It is locked to AT&t and i am unable to use a local network sim in it
I know i need to root it and turn S-off in order to unlock it.
The phone is on Firmware 1.85? and i have tried the ways mentioned in xda to root it but i guess when i click "Check for updates" it doesn't work.
So my question is
Can i manually by connecting the phone to Computer,update firmware to 2.20 so that i can root it that way?
And is it possible to unlock the BOOTLOADER w/out rooting so that phone gets unlocked to other carriers?
please help me out guys i have tried everything to make it work.. thank you
Unlocking the bootloader/rooting/dancing in circles WILL NOT sim unlock the phone.
You will need to use an online sim unlocking service (usually about 20 bucks) to get the unlock code
Currently, S-Off has not been achieved for this phone. And as already mentioned, bootloader unlock will not get you SIM unlock, and no free hack/mod method currently exists. You either need to use a paid unlock service, or if your cousin is currently an AT&T account holder, he can ask AT&T for the SIM unlock code (he will need the IMEI number of the phone, and maybe other info).
If you want root and unlocked bootloader for other reasons (flashing custom ROMs and other mods) there is no reason to upgrade to 2.20. Root method exists for 1.85. You need to root, SuperCID, then unlock the bootloader. Then you can install a custom recovery and flash custom ROMs.
Upgrading to 2.20 is not recommended. The 2.20 RUU will upgrade your hboot, which plugs the holes by which kernels and radios can be flashed from recovery. You will have to flash the boot.img separately every time your flash a ROM. No benefit to updating to 2.20, and actually lose ability to do some things.
If you still want root and bootloader unlock, refer to my index for links to root methods, etc.: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671237
And no, bootloader unlock is not possible without root (temp root in case of 2.20) on the AT&T One X.
area51avenger said:
Unlocking the bootloader/rooting/dancing in circles WILL NOT sim unlock the phone.
You will need to use an online sim unlocking service (usually about 20 bucks) to get the unlock code
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dancing in circles? ok got your point.
redpoint73 said:
Currently, S-Off has not been achieved for this phone. And as already mentioned, bootloader unlock will not get you SIM unlock, and no free hack/mod method currently exists. You either need to use a paid unlock service, or if your cousin is currently an AT&T account holder, he can ask AT&T for the SIM unlock code (he will need the IMEI number of the phone, and maybe other info).
If you want root and unlocked bootloader for other reasons (flashing custom ROMs and other mods) there is no reason to upgrade to 2.20. Root method exists for 1.85. You need to root, SuperCID, then unlock the bootloader. Then you can install a custom recovery and flash custom ROMs.
Upgrading to 2.20 is not recommended. The 2.20 RUU will upgrade your hboot, which plugs the holes by which kernels and radios can be flashed from recovery. You will have to flash the boot.img separately every time your flash a ROM. No benefit to updating to 2.20, and actually lose ability to do some things.
If you still want root and bootloader unlock, refer to my index for links to root methods, etc.: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671237
And no, bootloader unlock is not possible without root (temp root in case of 2.20) on the AT&T One X.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for a detailed answer. The reason i though it would unlock the sim was cause i had used other htc phones earlier and when you root them the S-off was achieved so thats why.. anyhow.. thank you for enlightening my dumb bum.
You're not dumb. Just ignorant. Now you have been enlightened. You still have a great phone, you just might have to pay a little bit so you can unlock and use it
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app
area51avenger said:
You're not dumb. Just ignorant.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The word "ignorant" has always sounded like a pejorative word to me. But I had to look up the definition, figuring maybe I don't really know the literal meaning of the word. Which turned out to be the case. One of the definitions of ignorant is "Lacking knowledge, information, or awareness about something in particular" which seems to exactly fit this situation. I guess I gave myself the English lesson for the day!
Every phone is different, and HTC in particular is always changing around their security measures. So the OP is not dumb in any way, but was just missing some particular pieces of information.
I bought a oneplus 7 pro without paying much attention to the fine print. The phone apparently has an IMEI issue and it locked to T-mobile. I want to use it in UAE, is there any way I can unlock it and use it here. It has already been shipped and I can't cancel my order.
PS: Can I unlock my bootloader and install custom roms.
Dinner... You should be able to unlock the bootloader and root it, but it will remain Sim-locked to t-mobile. There are services online that will unlock it from the t-mobile network.
Sent from my OnePlus7Pro using XDA Labs
Dinnerb0ne said:
PS: Can I unlock my bootloader and install custom roms.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think there might be a way actually. Haven't personally tried it, but many have said it works. It looks like on the the Android 10 Developer Preview 3, you can actually bypass the token, and unlock the bootloader! I'm not sure if the phone would still technically be SIM locked to T-Mobile (if you wanted to use another carrier), but honestly have no idea. But at least from what it sounds like you should be able to unlock the bootloader, and flash custom roms.
Check out these posts, and the main XDA article that has instructions:
https://www.xda-developers.com/t-mobile-oneplus-7-pro-root-tutorial/amp/
NotATreoFan said:
You still need an unlock token from OnePlus to unlock the TMO model, even on global firmware. It takes about a week from request to processing. You can get around it by flashing the A10 DP3 OTA, and it won't check for the token.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
ajsmsg78 said:
I bought an extra 7 Pro since It was only $450 through T-Mobile. If you're looking for a way to unlock the bootloader as soon as you get it you can. You can follow the guide here. It worked perfectly on mine:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Best of luck. Please let me know if I can help at all.
I posted a thread on this, commented on a couple other threads, posted on Reddit, and I simply cannot get straight answers across the board. All the feedback I'm getting is different. I am willing to PayPal friends and family $5 to the first person that can answer my questions with links to sources just so I can ensure the information I'm getting is correct. I haven't rooted a phone since my 1st Gen Moto X so I'm out of the loop, but have a understanding of everything.
I have a GM1915 OnePlus 7 Pro that is T-Mobile SIM unlocked. I followed the tutorials HERE and HERE to flash the global firmware and all went well. Only issue I had was my SIM was being detected but no service, so I did an OTA update to 10.0.3 and my service is working fine now. Here are where my questions begin:
1. Now that I have installed the international firmware I don't need to get a bootloader unlock from T-Mobile/OnePlus, correct? I can just use the OEM unlock option and unlock via fastboot?
I have had people tell me I am good to enable OEM unlocking and use fastboot oem unlock, others have told me I still need to request a unlock, others tell me to downgrade to SP3. I just need a straightforward answer: Can I use OEM unlocking or do I need to request an unlock from OnePlus?
2. I know bootloader/root can sometimes cause certain applications to not function, but I've also read Magisk has a setting to correct this. I'm mainly just concerned with Google Pay, is there a method for it to still function with root?
Again, I've had some people tell me I can't use Google Pay, Netflix, or anything like that at all, others tell me Magisk Hide and SafetyNet will fix this issue. I also had an individual state "However, recent changes coming might thwart this.". Again, can I use Google Pay or can't I?
3. Part of me would actually like to use the phone stock for a week or so to see if I even feel like I need root access. I am currently on OS 10.0.3, if I update to the newest OS (looks like 10.3.1 is the newest) will I still be able to root with Magisk and flash TWRP? I would assume yes since you can do an OTA update and keep Magisk, but I just wanted to verify.
So if I update to 10.3.1 can I still follow the same tutorial listed under question 1 and it will work? Doesn't the most recent version of TWRP/Magisk support 10.3.1? Or will I need to use MSM and go back to 9.5.X (can't remember the exact version, but it's the OS it puts you on when you follow the steps for international firmware flashing)? Can I even go back to 9.5.X after updating to 10.3.1? I see release notes for TWRP that state is now have Android Q support but I just want to ensure it's compatibile with 10.3.1 or whatever the newest OS is.
Code:
mauronofrio matarrese
2019-08-18T15:04:57Z
Upload New Blobs for Android Q
I know regardless my phone is going to get wiped, I just want to be prepared on what I need to do if I decide to root.
I don't need links to tutorials, there are plenty of them and I understand how flashing TWRP and Magisk works, I just need my above questions answered with sources. I have searched around for a couple days and cannot get straight forward answers for any of these. First to answer every question with sources I'll send $5 PayPal.
ThisIsCheez said:
I posted a thread on this, commented on a couple other threads, posted on Reddit, and I simply cannot get straight answers across the board. All the feedback I'm getting is different. I am willing to PayPal friends and family $5 to the first person that can answer my questions with links to sources just so I can ensure the information I'm getting is correct. I haven't rooted a phone since my 1st Gen Moto X so I'm out of the loop, but have a understanding of everything.
I have a GM1915 OnePlus 7 Pro that is T-Mobile SIM unlocked. I followed the tutorials HERE and HERE to flash the global firmware and all went well. Only issue I had was my SIM was being detected but no service, so I did an OTA update to 10.0.3 and my service is working fine now. Here are where my questions begin:
1. Now that I have installed the international firmware I don't need to get a bootloader unlock from T-Mobile/OnePlus, correct? I can just use the OEM unlock option and unlock via fastboot?
I have had people tell me I am good to enable OEM unlocking and use fastboot oem unlock, others have told me I still need to request a unlock, others tell me to downgrade to SP3. I just need a straightforward answer: Can I use OEM unlocking or do I need to request an unlock from OnePlus?
2. I know bootloader/root can sometimes cause certain applications to not function, but I've also read Magisk has a setting to correct this. I'm mainly just concerned with Google Pay, is there a method for it to still function with root?
Again, I've had some people tell me I can't use Google Pay, Netflix, or anything like that at all, others tell me Magisk Hide and SafetyNet will fix this issue. I also had an individual state "However, recent changes coming might thwart this.". Again, can I use Google Pay or can't I?
3. Part of me would actually like to use the phone stock for a week or so to see if I even feel like I need root access. I am currently on OS 10.0.3, if I update to the newest OS (looks like 10.3.1 is the newest) will I still be able to root with Magisk and flash TWRP? I would assume yes since you can do an OTA update and keep Magisk, but I just wanted to verify.
So if I update to 10.3.1 can I still follow the same tutorial listed under question 1 and it will work? Doesn't the most recent version of TWRP/Magisk support 10.3.1? Or will I need to use MSM and go back to 9.5.X (can't remember the exact version, but it's the OS it puts you on when you follow the steps for international firmware flashing)? Can I even go back to 9.5.X after updating to 10.3.1? I see release notes for TWRP that state is now have Android Q support but I just want to ensure it's compatibile with 10.3.1 or whatever the newest OS is.
Code:
mauronofrio matarrese
2019-08-18T15:04:57Z
Upload New Blobs for Android Q
I know regardless my phone is going to get wiped, I just want to be prepared on what I need to do if I decide to root.
I don't need links to tutorials, there are plenty of them and I understand how flashing TWRP and Magisk works, I just need my above questions answered with sources. I have searched around for a couple days and cannot get straight forward answers for any of these. First to answer every question with sources I'll send $5 PayPal.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Firstly I can't give you a reputable source, and I don't want any money. I actually recently bought a Renewed Oneplus 7 Pro from amazon when it was 420, its the Black 8GB 256GB T-Mobile GM1915 model. So here is what I found out , and currently running Ill post some pics to show you
1. If you followed the guides above exactly and everything went smoothly your pefectly fine to use OEM Unlock, it basically installs a version of the firmware that doesn't check for a boot loader unlock token. I had originally requested one as well than found this nifty guide and it worked amazingly.
2. Yes it will work perfectly fine with Magisk, just use the Hide Magisk , it will resintall under a new name. Than you can even go further and use magisk hide to hide it from each app independently. As for google pay I have mine setup and it worked fine. I haven't actually been able to go into store and use it as we are very closed off in home now, but It allowed me to add my card fine, verify with my bank and all that good stuff. As for netflix yes it will work but since you unlocked bootloader you lose the Widevine DRM L1 certification and thus can't watch in HDR anymore. It still works fine though and honestly looks alright to me.
3. I had updated my T-Mobile OS all the way to latest version forget what it was at the moment, and than I did the tutorial to unlock the bootloader and flash twrp/magisk/rom. It worked out perfectly fine so you should be fine as well. What I would do is use the tutorial above unlock bootloader, because that version of the OS doesn't check for unlock token, than flash a stock Global rom 10.3.2 is avaliable now. and enjoy it for awhile and when your ready install a custom rom and magisk.
I'll add some pictures of things you asked about. Sadly I can't show my model number in system due to rom but i showed it connected to my pc.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Kireyev said:
Firstly I can't give you a reputable source, and I don't want any money. I actually recently bought a Renewed Oneplus 7 Pro from amazon when it was 420, its the Black 8GB 256GB T-Mobile GM1915 model. So here is what I found out , and currently running Ill post some pics to show you.
[/HIDE]
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This was more than helpful, and a first hand account. I know you said that you didn't want any money but I am prepared to send it, if you don't want it I will donate to a charity of your choice.
3. I had updated my T-Mobile OS all the way to latest version forget what it was at the moment
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When you say this, did you update your firmware OTA on the T-Mobile firmware, or the Global/International firmware using OTA? I don't want to skip any incremental updates and cause issues so I might update using OTA to the newest it provides than use Oxygen Updater to get to 10.3.2. As long as I can be on the newest firmware and still unlock my bootloader and flash TWRP I'm fine. I mainly got this phone because it ticks every feature box I want and it can be rooted, but I'm up for using it stock for a while to see if I even want root.
Edit: I reread you post and think I looked over something about unlocking the bootloader. So the specific version of the firmware you flash to to swap to the international firmware doesn't require an unlock token, so if I wanted to use the OEM unlock I'd need to be back on that version, but if I wanted to unlock after I update to 10.3.2 I'd need to request a token. Am I understanding that correctly?
ThisIsCheez said:
This was more than helpful, and a first hand account. I know you said that you didn't want any money but I am prepared to send it, if you don't want it I will donate to a charity of your choice.
When you say this, did you update your firmware OTA on the T-Mobile firmware, or the Global/International firmware using OTA? I don't want to skip any incremental updates and cause issues so I might update using OTA to the newest it provides than use Oxygen Updater to get to 10.3.2. As long as I can be on the newest firmware and still unlock my bootloader and flash TWRP I'm fine. I mainly got this phone because it ticks every feature box I want and it can be rooted, but I'm up for using it stock for a while to see if I even want root.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It was the T-Mobile firmware. 10.0.3 version. I had done it before I was even thinking about unlocking bootloader and flashing. Than when I saw the custom ROMS + Kernels where you can gain massive performance gains or optimize battery like mad I was sold on it. Plus the ugly t-mobile boot screens annoyed me. It is an amazing phone and prices can be had at its a steal. Also their is a TWRP that lets you dual boot and use shared data partition. So you could have one boot as a custom ROM, and another as stock and have the data shared in a common partition. Get a little of both ^_^
Like I have two profiles and one is more performance / battery Optimized
This other was more for fun on seeing how far I can push scores I am bored during this lockdown lol
Kireyev said:
It was the T-Mobile firmware. 10.0.3 version. I had done it before I was even thinking about unlocking bootloader and flashing. Than when I saw the custom ROMS + Kernels where you can gain massive performance gains or optimize battery like mad I was sold on it. Plus the ugly t-mobile boot screens annoyed me. It is an amazing phone and prices can be had at its a steal. Also their is a TWRP that lets you dual boot and use shared data partition. So you could have one boot as a custom ROM, and another as stock and have the data shared in a common partition. Get a little of both ^_^
Like I have two profiles and one is more performance / battery Optimized
This other was more for fun on seeing how far I can push scores I am bored during this lockdown lol
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for all the replies. Would you care to answer this question below? And if you do not want the cash what charity would you like it donated to?
Edit: I reread you post and think I looked over something about unlocking the bootloader. So the specific version of the firmware you flash to to swap to the international firmware doesn't require an unlock token, so if I wanted to use the OEM unlock I'd need to be back on that version, but if I wanted to unlock after I update to 10.3.2 I'd need to request a token. Am I understanding that correctly?
ThisIsCheez said:
Thanks for all the replies. Would you care to answer this question below? And if you do not want the cash what charity would you like it donated to?
Edit: I reread you post and think I looked over something about unlocking the bootloader. So the specific version of the firmware you flash to to swap to the international firmware doesn't require an unlock token, so if I wanted to use the OEM unlock I'd need to be back on that version, but if I wanted to unlock after I update to 10.3.2 I'd need to request a token. Am I understanding that correctly?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You know I am honestly not sure on this part, I did the bootloader unlock right after I followed that tutorial with the MSM tool. I am pretty sure its just the t-mobile firmware that blocks you from doing OEM unlock with out token. Not the global. But one way to find out be enable OEM unlock in developer settings, and run the fastboot oem unlock cmd. See if it works. If not you have your answere and will have to go back to other version. If you want you can always relock bootloader. I would test this but as I've already unlocked , re-locking and unlocking probably not give proper answer. But if you want I can install 10.3.3 lock bootloader and try to unlock it again lol.
EDIT: a test in sues.
Kireyev said:
You know I am honestly not sure on this part, I did the bootloader unlock right after I followed that tutorial with the MSM tool. I am pretty sure its just the t-mobile firmware that blocks you from doing OEM unlock with out token. Not the global. But one way to find out be enable OEM unlock in developer settings, and run the fastboot oem unlock cmd. See if it works. If not you have your answere and will have to go back to other version. If you want you can always relock bootloader. I would test this but as I've already unlocked , re-locking and unlocking probably not give proper answer. But if you want I can install 10.3.3 lock bootloader and try to unlock it again lol.
EDIT: a test in sues.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So I tried fastboot oem unlock after updating to 10.3.1 and it asked me if I wanted to unlock without prompting for an unlock token. I didn't choose the option to unlock, I kept it locked, but I think if I can get that far I should be able to unlock without a token on 10.3.1
ThisIsCheez said:
So I tried fastboot oem unlock after updating to 10.3.1 and it asked me if I wanted to unlock without prompting for an unlock token. I didn't choose the option to unlock, I kept it locked, but I think if I can get that far I should be able to unlock without a token on 10.3.1
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can confirm now officially. After locking my bootloader, using MSM tool to go back to T-Mobile updating to 10.0.3 and trying to unlock bootloader it wouldn't work as I thought.
When using the MSM tool to go to international version and updating all the way to 10.3.2, it worked perfectly fine. So you can be on global rom and not worry about being able to unlock bootloader later due to updates Very awesome can get on global rom and not compromise bootloader so can have all security in place
Kireyev said:
I can confirm now officially. After locking my bootloader, using MSM tool to go back to T-Mobile updating to 10.0.3 and trying to unlock bootloader it wouldn't work as I thought.
When using the MSM tool to go to international version and updating all the way to 10.3.2, it worked perfectly fine. So you can be on global rom and not worry about being able to unlock bootloader later due to updates Very awesome can get on global rom and not compromise bootloader so can have all security in place
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You are the GOAT. Not only does this help me but hopefully some other members of the community that wish to update and try stock before unlocking the bootloader.
Kireyev said:
I can confirm now officially. After locking my bootloader, using MSM tool to go back to T-Mobile updating to 10.0.3 and trying to unlock bootloader it wouldn't work as I thought.
When using the MSM tool to go to international version and updating all the way to 10.3.2, it worked perfectly fine. So you can be on global rom and not worry about being able to unlock bootloader later due to updates Very awesome can get on global rom and not compromise bootloader so can have all security in place
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just as verification that I wasn't using the PayPal reward as a ploy to get someone to respond and bail, Kireyev declined payment so I made a donation to ExtraLife in his name. Thanks again for your help to me and the community.
https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=408732
Kireyev said:
I can confirm now officially. After locking my bootloader, using MSM tool to go back to T-Mobile updating to 10.0.3 and trying to unlock bootloader it wouldn't work as I thought.
When using the MSM tool to go to international version and updating all the way to 10.3.2, it worked perfectly fine. So you can be on global rom and not worry about being able to unlock bootloader later due to updates Very awesome can get on global rom and not compromise bootloader so can have all security in place
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hey thank you both for this thread but admittedly i am a little lost and i really do not want to brick this device, ive rooted devices in the pas, some even requiring hardware modifications to do so. but i just want to make sure i do everything right
im on a sim unlocked t-mobile 10.0.3.gm31cb right now
what are the exact steps i need to follow to unlock bootloader, and get on the latest rom ?
Outta said:
hey thank you both for this thread but admittedly i am a little lost and i really do not want to brick this device, ive rooted devices in the pas, some even requiring hardware modifications to do so. but i just want to make sure i do everything right
im on a sim unlock
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you follow the main guide on xda exactly you're going be fine. Once on global your essentially done because than you can flash a twrp through fastboot and install any rom, kernel you want. As well as magisk. The most important part is that msm guide. Now if you want to be more official get an unlock token and do it the regular way through fastboot with the unlock token. It took about a week in a half to get mine. But the msm guide works perfectly. Also I've gotten my device stuck in multiple fastboot loops and stuff their is always a way back.
Kireyev said:
If you follow the main guide on xda exactly you're going be fine. Once on global your essentially done because than you can flash a twrp through fastboot and install any rom, kernel you want. As well as magisk. The most important part is that msm guide. Now if you want to be more official get an unlock token and do it the regular way through fastboot with the unlock token. It took about a week in a half to get mine. But the msm guide works perfectly. Also I've gotten my device stuck in multiple fastboot loops and stuff their is always a way back.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Exactly which guide, at least 5 have been discussed lol what are the exact steps to take to go from stock be tmo to bootloader unlocked and rooted on latest stock rom.
I also don't mind sending you a monetary gift for your help. Thanks in advanced.
Outta said:
Exactly which guide, at least 5 have been discussed lol what are the exact steps to take to go from stock be tmo to bootloader unlocked and rooted on latest stock rom.
I also don't mind sending you a monetary gift for your help. Thanks in advanced.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/help/how-to-convert-tmobile-op7-to-t3935947
Once you follow this you will be off TMobile stock and on global stock. Here you can choose to unlock bootloader or not. You don't need to root and install twrp to be on global rom. Just basically do the msm guide than. Update through the oxygen updater app to latest.
Kireyev said:
This guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/help/how-to-convert-tmobile-op7-to-t3935947
Once you follow this you will be off TMobile stock and on global stock. Here you can choose to unlock bootloader or not. You don't need to root and install twrp to be on global rom. Just basically do the msm guide than. Update through the oxygen updater app to latest.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
just bricked my phone at this part:
3) Hold both volume buttons for 5 seconds then plug in the USB cable. OR In ADB type "adb reboot edl".
phone turned off and wont turn back on, any idea what tro do now?
Outta said:
just bricked my phone at this part:
3) Hold both volume buttons for 5 seconds then plug in the USB cable. OR In ADB type "adb reboot edl".
phone turned off and wont turn back on, any idea what tro do now?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yep your in download mode, its not bricked no worries. just hold volume up and power button for awhile you well feel a vibrate and than it will reboot
Kireyev said:
If you follow the main guide on xda exactly you're going be fine. Once on global your essentially done because than you can flash a twrp through fastboot and install any rom, kernel you want. As well as magisk. The most important part is that msm guide. Now if you want to be more official get an unlock token and do it the regular way through fastboot with the unlock token. It took about a week in a half to get mine. But the msm guide works perfectly. Also I've gotten my device stuck in multiple fastboot loops and stuff their is always a way back.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Kireyev said:
Yep your in download mode, its not bricked no worries. just hold volume up and power button for awhile you well feel a vibrate and than it will reboot
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks again, saved, do you have any idea what my issue is, why isn't msm seeing my device? Adb does..
Outta said:
Thanks again, saved, do you have any idea what my issue is, why isn't msm seeing my device? Adb does..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
strange all you really need do is hook it up to pc, enable usb debugging which u've done. type adb reboot edl, wait for it and have msm open and it should connect. My only thing to suggest would be try another cable or another port on the pc. sometimes i've also noticed fastboot can be odd for me and I have to reboot the computer for it to notice my phone . I'd suggest try those things. Did you check your system model and see if it was the 1915 model with the GM31CB?
dont know if you got it or not but heres link to the commands https://droidfeats.com/unlock-bootloader-oneplus-7-pro-t-mobile/
Hello,
I'm seeing quite a few different "methods" or instructions for rooting. I just picked up my Oneplus 8 today with T-Mobile, it's on a payment plan if that matters for SIM unlock, etc.
What's the easiest method to rooting the device? I use Adguard and want it to run using the "root" method which is better, per their support (which is why I bought this phone). My current build (which reports up to date) is 10.5.10.IN55CB
Thanks to all in advance
P.S. Any negative effects? I'm reading mixed reports of loss of LTE/Wifi.
You can only root after sim unlocking the device. After that you would apply for an unlock token from OnePlus, and after a week you'll be able to unlock the bootloader (which will wipe your data) and then you will be able to proceed with any of the root guides posted here.
There is a sim unlock thread in the guides section here, though the person offering the free service is heavily backlogged at the moment. You may have better luck asking TMobile on Twitter for a permanent unlock, though they are very stubborn.
Once your device has been permanently unlocked, you would toggle unlock bootloader in developer options, enter fastboot and enter a command (follow the OnePlus unlock bootloader guide somewhere on Google for this)
NikoZBK said:
You can only root after sim unlocking the device. After that you would apply for an unlock token from OnePlus, and after a week you'll be able to unlock the bootloader (which will wipe your data) and then you will be able to proceed with any of the root guides posted here.
There is a sim unlock thread in the guides section here, though the person offering the free service is heavily backlogged at the moment. You may have better luck asking TMobile on Twitter for a permanent unlock, though they are very stubborn.
Once your device has been permanently unlocked, you would toggle unlock bootloader in developer options, enter fastboot and enter a command (follow the OnePlus unlock bootloader guide somewhere on Google for this)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you very much for this. Do you know if my device would have to be paid in full before asking TMobile for a permanent unlock?
Mikal2580 said:
Thank you very much for this. Do you know if my device would have to be paid in full before asking TMobile for a permanent unlock?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
TMobile will officially unlock it after paying it off in full (and I think be on the network for x number of days) but there have been cases where they have unlocked the device prior to it being paid off, ultimately it depends on the representative you speak to
NikoZBK said:
TMobile will officially unlock it after paying it off in full (and I think be on the network for x number of days) but there have been cases where they have unlocked the device prior to it being paid off, ultimately it depends on the representative you speak to
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks, this is probably the method I'll go with once I sell off my S10+ (after they release that since I paid off lease).
Mikal2580 said:
Thanks, this is probably the method I'll go with once I sell off my S10+ (after they release that since I paid off lease).
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
Droidman61 said:
Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Read up, seems good Thanks, will do.
Droidman61 said:
Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What's your website? I'm interested in doing a SIM unlock.
Thanks.
geiswiz said:
What's your website? I'm interested in doing a SIM unlock.
Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Check the below thread here on xda for sim unlock. Happy modding!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-8/how-to/t-mobile-free-t-mobile-op8-sim-unlocking-t4106005
Nathan.7118391 said:
Check the below thread here on xda for sim unlock. Happy modding!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-8/how-to/t-mobile-free-t-mobile-op8-sim-unlocking-t4106005
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've been checking that thread and it seems like he is really busy and not accepting DMs. This was from earlier today:
Quote:
Originally Posted by mobbdeep
At this time, I am pausing this service again. I will reopen the service when I am ready to start up the unlocking requests again.
geiswiz said:
I've been checking that thread and it seems like he is really busy and not accepting DMs. This was from earlier today:
Quote:
Originally Posted by mobbdeep
At this time, I am pausing this service again. I will reopen the service when I am ready to start up the unlocking requests again.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah he does get busy but he unlocked mine and my wife OnePlus 8 phones. Just be careful with outsiders and don't give them your IMEI number or any other sensitive info. Happy modding!
Hello all!
Thanks for taking the time to click into this.
About me: I mostly see myself as a somewhat tech-savvy noob - I have rooted several devices in the past, flashed ROMs, etc.
New Device: OnePlus 8T T-Mobile Variant purchased from OnePlus.com
Condition: Brand New - never started the device
I would like to essentially imitate Calyx as described here.
=> install TWRP/Magisk + flash 'LineageOS for MicroG'
Questions:
1) Will I be able to unlock the bootloader given that this is the T-Mobile variant purchased from OnePlus?
2) Do I need to take additional steps because this phone is the T-Mobile variant?
3) basic question: I have never started the phone so it has no personal data - should I back up the current setup in case I need to return to OOS for any reason or can I track down the default OOS installation making that all unnecessary?
(I remember in the past default Samsung installations were easily tracked down and flashed using Odin).
4) Would you recommend any detailed instructions to go through the process of backup, installing custom recovery, accessing root privileges, flashing LineageOS for MicroG, etc?
(I feel like I am piecing parts together from different places and it's all not fitting together)
Thank you so much for reading this.... I feel like I'm going down several rabbit holes currently so any perspective or support is welcome!
It would be helpful to hear any thoughts from some more experienced peeps before I move ahead.
Thank you!
Currently, I am trying to get the SIM unlocked, then unlock the bootloader, and proceed with the plan above.
I am considering returning the phone and getting a different one that has more users on XDA to avoid having bizarre issues arise with the steps involved with the T-Mobile version of the 8T and being totally on my own.
doctadocta said:
Currently, I am trying to get the SIM unlocked, then unlock the bootloader, and proceed with the plan above.
I am considering returning the phone and getting a different one that has more users on XDA to avoid having bizarre issues arise with the steps involved with the T-Mobile version of the 8T and being totally on my own.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah I dont see much help for Tmo version and I faced lots of issues just trying to get a brand new one recognized by my computer.
Ejvyas said:
yeah I dont see much help for Tmo version and I faced lots of issues just trying to get a brand new one recognized by my computer.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
whoa! that's helpful feedback. Thank you for posting!
Based on your comment, I am leaning towards returning the phone.
I think I learn best through examples and may need a little support.
I am now wondering how I can figure out which phones have the largest 'community' on XDA.
I have the T-Mobile variant. There's more support and options available so don't be discouraged.
Normally, you have to be SIM unlocked before you can do anything else, like bootloader unlocking. If the phone is being paid for or financed and you haven't been a long time customer you may or may not get it SIM unlocked.
That said, I got mine SIM unlocked after contacting the T-Mobile Tforce people on Facebook. Then I saw this thread on Rebranding the T-Mobile variant.
[GUIDE] Convert TMO to EU via MSM Tool, no SIM Unlock or Bootloader Unlock needed!
*** Use this at your very own risk. *** You will lose all data *** Backup your working modem and persist, just in case *** Read the entire post and follow the steps closely before asking for help. Post all error messages and steps you took...
forum.xda-developers.com
Following it I changed the T-Mobile firmware to the European firmware. If nothing else you get more recent updates and a local update feature (full OTA updates can be downloaded and installed locally). As a result of the conversion I was able to simply fastboot unlock the bootloader without need for waiting for a code from OnePlus. The phone is now bootloader unlocked and rooted with Magisk.
Note that according to the OP, SIM unlock is not necessary for the conversion but you'll still need to be SIM unlocked to be able to unlock the bootloader.
Now that I'm "free" I now have the itch for a custom ROM. Over the years all of my devices run either with microG or just UnifiedNlp but no Google. I feel the need to do the same here. Currently I just have most Google apps disabled and using FOSS apps in their place but still...
Besides LineageOS for microG, the 8T also has Carbon ROM and crDroid. They historically have always had signature spoofing support so I assume they still do with Android 11. That means microG can be used.
Check the guides and ROM/Kernel threads for more info.
I don't know if I can get to trying anything this week but I hope to. I work at a drive-in movie theater and with Spider-Man coming out this week I'll be quite busy.
marcdw said:
I have the T-Mobile variant. There's more support and options available so don't be discouraged.
Normally, you have to be SIM unlocked before you can do anything else, like bootloader unlocking. If the phone is being paid for or financed and you haven't been a long time customer you may or may not get it SIM unlocked.
That said, I got mine SIM unlocked after contacting the T-Mobile Tforce people on Facebook. Then I saw this thread on Rebranding the T-Mobile variant.
[GUIDE] Convert TMO to EU via MSM Tool, no SIM Unlock or Bootloader Unlock needed!
*** Use this at your very own risk. *** You will lose all data *** Backup your working modem and persist, just in case *** Read the entire post and follow the steps closely before asking for help. Post all error messages and steps you took...
forum.xda-developers.com
Following it I changed the T-Mobile firmware to the European firmware. If nothing else you get more recent updates and a local update feature (full OTA updates can be downloaded and installed locally). As a result of the conversion I was able to simply fastboot unlock the bootloader without need for waiting for a code from OnePlus. The phone is now bootloader unlocked and rooted with Magisk.
Note that according to the OP, SIM unlock is not necessary for the conversion but you'll still need to be SIM unlocked to be able to unlock the bootloader.
Now that I'm "free" I now have the itch for a custom ROM. Over the years all of my devices run either with microG or just UnifiedNlp but no Google. I feel the need to do the same here. Currently I just have most Google apps disabled and using FOSS apps in their place but still...
Besides LineageOS for microG, the 8T also has Carbon ROM and crDroid. They historically have always had signature spoofing support so I assume they still do with Android 11. That means microG can be used.
Check the guides and ROM/Kernel threads for more info.
I don't know if I can get to trying anything this week but I hope to. I work at a drive-in movie theater and with Spider-Man coming out this week I'll be quite busy.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Do you know how to fix this ?
"Automatic Detection of DDR failed"
Ejvyas said:
Do you know how to fix this ?
"Automatic Detection of DDR failed"
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Excuse the late reply.
No, not too versed on this device really. I searched for that error and got a lot of hits but didn't have the time to read up. Sorry.