Just wanted to make sure.
From all the reading I have done, all pixel 3a phones that are sim-locked cannot be rooted.......because the bootloader is locked down, is this right?
I am thinking of acquiring a Pixel 3a, to test the latest Camera PX long shutter mod (which requires root to apply).........and just wanted to make sure that I absolutely need a sim-UNLOCKED 3a.
Thanks.
right
I've a pixel 3a, once locked t-mobile
after unlocking it, I could root
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Is this the same phone as the Motorola Droid Maxx?
If it is, then can it be rooted?
Can someone clarify for me about the situation with the bootloader? I'm seeing threads talking about an unlocked bootloader? Is this new? Does this apply to non-developer editions? Which versions does it work with?
None of the above has been made clear in any of the previous threads.
1. Essentially, they are the same, except for the Maxx has bigger battery (and some older Maxx have bigger storage space).
2. Root is possible for devices with 4.4.2 or older version, I think. Newer 4.4.4 can only be partially rooted (write protectionn is still on).
3. Unlocking can be done on certain sw versions with sunshine app. Download it, install it and it will check if your phone can be unlocked. If yes, it will cost you $25 (well worth it). If you can unlock bootloader, you can root it by flashing supersu. Sunshine does not work currenty on phones with 4.4.4.
I have the Maxx and my wife has the Ultra. They are pretty much the same noting the differences nagim posted - be aware that bigger battery in the Maxx does equal a slightly thicker device but not a huge difference. The Ultra also does not include QI charging ability. Additionally, if you want to use magnets to enable dock modes, the Ultra only has Car Mode, but the Maxx and have Car and Desk/Nightstand mode as well (just reverse the magnet to switch which one is enabled). Both are solid devices, but I would lean towards the Maxx for the substantially better battery and full feature set even if you don't anticipate wanting all of the features.
Alright, so here's the scenario: I have a Verizon Google Pixel that I have unlocked the bootloader, rooted and is currently on Android 7.1.1. I recently lost the ability to have it quick charge even though when the original charger is connected it says "charging rapidly". I have tried 5 different chargers and use Ampere on my phone to test the charger and my roomate has a Pixel with the same app and he gets way higher results than I do. I'm just getting regular USB speed, not Qualcomm 2.0 speed.
Anyway, I don't have a home ISP, I have the original $20 unlimited data plan and went through this procedure to get hotspot to work without checking with Verizon so I get it free:
1.) androiding.how/unlock-bootloader-verizon-pixel-and-pixel-xl/
2.) androiding.how/google-pixel-xl-twrp-recovery/
3.) androiding.how/root-pixel-xl-magisk/
4.) androiding.how/enable-wifi-hotspot-tethering-pixel-and-pixel-xl-verizon-sprint-others/
So, I've tried rebooting etc and can't come up with a solution to fix it. I have an extended warranty on my phone, through Verizon, and can get a new phone. I am wondering if I get the new phone if I can unlock the bootloader and if the above procedure will work or if there are any other methods to do so cause having hotspot, free, is critically important to me.
I would just prefer to fix the quick charging on my phone, but otherwise I want to know if the above process will work for a new Verizon Pixel, possibly already loaded with 8.1.
Thanks for any help, I appreciate it.
I did some searching and have not found an answer. Just bought a new Pixel 4 Xl and followed the steps to pull the data from my Pixel 2 XL (using a cable). Everything went smooth except my 189 apps now need me to sign back in. Is there any automatic way to make this happen? Just trying to save some time.
Thanks.
Hi,
Does anyone here know if there is a way to fix (unlock) an encrypted/locked bootloader by shorting pins on the motherboard? I know this sort of thing is done on some computers that have a locked BIOS. I have a Verizon locked Pixel 3A that is as good as a brick to me right now because it is locked into Google spyware. I'd be willing to try some risky stuff to possibly unlock the bootloader. When I have the phone apart, maybe I'll also take out the sensors and cameras for good measure. I basically just want to turn it into a secure Linux or Graphene phone. So, taking the phone apart might be part of the solution regardless.
I don't know which chip would need to be shorted or how to short the correct chip or if this would work at all. Though I am thinking that maybe it would be Google H1C2M Titan M security chip or the STMicroelectronics ST33J2M0 ARM SecureCore microcontroller. I know it's a long shot, but I thought I'd ask to see if anyone had any insight in this matter.
Thanks.
Google pixel 3a xl, 4 xl verizon sim unlock
1. Do a full reset without a SIM card, then do not insert the SIM and do not connect to the Internet configure and do not connect to the Internet until the end of the instructions. 2. Next, enable usb debugging in the developer settings. 3. Using...
forum.xda-developers.com
Check this out. Some success reported.
Thank you. Unfortunately, the pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.work.oobconfig command only network unlocks the device and doesn't enable the OEM Unlocking option under developer settings. So the solution will probably have to be more involved.
On a somewhat related note, I was thinking the other day that maybe there would be a way to erase/reset the bootloader by doing something with the flash storage chip. SSD's are sometimes erased via by running current through them. I'll probably look more into that at some point.
The situation & what I've tried
I dropped my Pixel 4a 128GB UK Unlocked and since then I always have no signal. The same SIM card works in an iPhone and another Pixel 4a, however.
If i dial *#4636#*#* and go to Diagnostics, the mobile radio power is off. If I turn it on it goes back off after I re-enter the menu.
My fingerprint sensor also became intermittent, however the repair shop guy diassembled my phone entirely and reconnected everything and since then it's working fine.
He said he also reconnected the modem antenna cable and flex cable underneath... I can only hope its true. Didn't work apparantly.
My plan & questions
I have another working Pixel 4a I got for really cheap (broken glass but works and displays fine).
Can I transfer the following parts from it to my other Pixel 4a without issue? Mainly I'm thinking of:
Will the IMEI change? If yes will it automatically become valid on my new phone?
The 4a with working modem is 64GB while the phone I want to repair is 128GB, is it fine?
The 4a with working modem is running Android 13 while the phone I want to repair is running Android 10 August 2020 (I don't plan to update) - will flashing the same exact version onto the working 4a before doing the transfer make sure its running the right baseband version / firmware or whatever, and will this be all I need to do?
Anything else I should be aware of?
List of parts I'm going to transfer from the donor phone
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/333902171384
Official Google Pixel 4A Antenna Board - G949-00015-01
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/353400600407
Official Google Pixel 4A Antenna 2 Coaxial Cable - G821-00627-01
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/402714986377
Official Google Pixel 4A Coaxial Cable Adhesive - G806-03235-01
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/333902356899
Official Google Pixel 4A FPC Antenna 2 Flex - G949-00023-01
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/403125046496
Official Google Pixel 4A Antenna 2 Conductive Adhesive - G806-03589-01
Other notes & more questions
Currently, my screen isn't glued on, the repair shop guy kindly left it unglued so any self repairs I do are not as risky.
Ideally I'm going to try and find a repair shop willing to do this for me, however I've not found any so far.
Still I have another question, did anyone here previously purchase the official Pixel 4a adhesive from iFixit from the UK/EU Store?
If so, when did you purchase them?
They're out of stock and have been forever, and it means I can't get the iFixit kit with battery + adhesives which would save me like £50 vs alternative sources.
I'm also planning to replace the battery on my phone - should I just follow the normal battery calibration steps there after installation? Anything special for the 4a?
All help appreciated.