Quick question regarding ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s? If you unlock the bootloader using the official unlock app, and then relock the bootloader again, can you use the app again to unlock?
I've read online that once you relock your bootloader you can kiss the root/bootloader unlock goodbye. I just want to confirm from ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s users whether or not this is the case.
falhumai96 said:
Quick question regarding ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s? If you unlock the bootloader using the official unlock app, and then relock the bootloader again, can you use the app again to unlock?
I've read online that once you relock your bootloader you can kiss the root/bootloader unlock goodbye. I just want to confirm from ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s users whether or not this is the case.
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If your device is a native WW version (i.e not CN or CN>WW converted), from my actual experience, you can lock/unlock it as many times as you want - I've done that at least a handful times or so on an original WW 5 device.
I can not speak for CN, converted and S models however - users here claim you're done for life once you re-lock one of those, so I'd be careful.
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If your device is a native WW version (i.e not CN or CN>WW converted), from my actual experience, you can lock/unlock it as many times as you want - I've done that at least a handful times or so on an original WW 5 device.
I can not speak for CN, converted and S models however - users here claim you're done for life once you re-lock one of those, so I'd be careful.
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Can we say the same thing about the US version as well?
Andrologic said:
If your device is a native WW version (i.e not CN or CN>WW converted), from my actual experience, you can lock/unlock it as many times as you want - I've done that at least a handful times or so on an original WW 5 device.
I can not speak for CN, converted and S models however - users here claim you're done for life once you re-lock one of those, so I'd be careful.
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Also, what about the warning in this post: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ootloader-root-your-device-read-this.4258227/ ?
falhumai96 said:
Also, what about the warning in this post: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ootloader-root-your-device-read-this.4258227/ ?
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Same. Most of these users must own/refer to devices that have been converted to WW and then re-locked. If you get an original Global model that's not a CN/Tencent knock-off, you should be OK and highly recommended anyway.
The blanket notion that ASUS only allow users to unlock 1 time as stated in a couple of posts in forums is not correct in the case of original Global devices from my experience. I even confirmed that with ASUS before they did a complete firmware rebuild on mine once. Re-locked/unlocked multiple times using the ASUS app, zero issues. - Again, I can't speak for Pro/Ultimate/S models and I've never had a CN/Tencent model in my hand, I had the normal original WW/Global model while I still had this device.
Either way, I don't know why you wanna unlock/re-lock it. Best to unlock it and leave it alone...
Andrologic said:
Same. Most of these users must own/refer to devices that have been converted to WW and then re-locked. If you get an original Global model that's not a CN/Tencent knock-off, you should be OK and highly recommended anyway.
The blanket notion that ASUS only allow users to unlock 1 time as stated in a couple of posts in forums is not correct in the case of original Global devices from my experience. I even confirmed that with ASUS before they did a complete firmware rebuild on mine once. Re-locked/unlocked multiple times using the ASUS app, zero issues. - Again, I can't speak for Pro/Ultimate/S models and I've never had a CN/Tencent model in my hand, I had the normal original WW/Global model while I still had this device.
Either way, I don't know why you wanna unlock/re-lock it. Best to unlock it and leave it alone...
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What about the US version? The global version (EU) is different from the US version, but I personally believe it would be the same story as with global version (EU), but I just want to confirm.
falhumai96 said:
What about the US version? The global version (EU) is different from the US version, but I personally believe it would be the same story as with global version (EU), but I just want to confirm.
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I too would expect there is no difference between the Global versions with respect to the bootloader lock but I don't want to guess something I haven't verified - Maybe someone here with an original Global-US version can confirm...
Sokat keresgéltem mire megtaláltam és tapasztalatból segített, a megfelelő driver és a megfelelő usb kábel, illetve az Asus Rogphone 5 oldalsó usb-je csak az adb driverre reagál, ez a videó mentve van, ajánlom megnézni 15:25-től relock bootloader, és nekem is hibátlanul sikerült, kövessetek részletesen, hogy minden megtörténjen!!!
I searched a lot by the time I found it and it helped from experience, the right driver and the right usb cable and the Asus Rogphone 5 side usb only responds to the adb driver, this video is saved, I recommend watching it from 15:25 relock bootloader and me also succeeded flawlessly, follow me in detail to make it all happen !!!
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Sokat keresgéltem mire megtaláltam és tapasztalatból segített, a megfelelő driver és a megfelelő usb kábel, illetve az Asus Rogphone 5 oldalsó usb-je csak az adb driverre reagál, ez a videó mentve van, ajánlom megnézni 15:25-től relock bootloader, és nekem is hibátlanul sikerült, kövessetek részletesen, hogy minden megtörténjen!!!
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Thank you for your reply. I am not looking for the Tencent version, and my question is not about how to relock, but rather if I can unlock again after relocking.
@Andrologic to add more proof to ur claim, I've talked to the US store's customer service agent about this specific issue, and it matches your claim. Here's the chat discussion screenshot (only the relevant part is screenshotted):
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He said I should be able to use the app more than once. I have the case number and I will follow up with him again regarding this question, but I believe it still works. The warning in the other XDA form post is because people locked the bootloader on a not-supported ROM (e.g. global ROM on CN version), which confused the app. If they locked it on a CN ROM, I believe the app would still work.
I will follow up more regarding this issue. Thank you again @Andrologic with your confirmation on the global (EU version) "Unlock Device App" unlock after relock issue.
Here is another chat session screenshot:
Before we go posting this into every warning thread about locking and unlocking a bootloader as hard fact, let's remember a few things...
One is that this has only been confirmed in practice on one or two native WW devices, so it should still be done with caution.
Another is that the inability to unlock a second time has been confirmed on a handful of Tencent devices, so it can more or less be assumed it doesn't apply there.
The last is that you are getting confirmation from Asus chat support. If I had a nickel for every time one of those agents agreed with whatever I said and later found out it wasn't true, I could buy China.
You should still use caution and it may only be possible on native WW devices. Let's not go spreading the rumor that a "proper" conversion or sticking to the CN ROM allows multiple unlocks on Tencent, especially in threads where someone else has to deal with the consequences of it being speculation.
falhumai96 said:
Quick question regarding ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s? If you unlock the bootloader using the official unlock app, and then relock the bootloader again, can you use the app again to unlock?
I've read online that once you relock your bootloader you can kiss the root/bootloader unlock goodbye. I just want to confirm from ASUS ROG Phone 5/5s users whether or not this is the case.
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Both the Tencent version and the global version can be unlocked multiple times, please see here.
100% successfully unlock the Bootloader of your ROG Phone5/5s
Success is disgusted by some people, and will not share any files for free in the future.
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johnny886 said:
Both the Tencent version and the global version can be unlocked multiple times, please see here.
100% successfully unlock the Bootloader of your ROG Phone5/5s
Success is disgusted by some people, and will not share any files for free in the future.
forum.xda-developers.com
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@johnny886 You are amazing! Can you pin your post above in the ASUS ROG Phone 5S forum so that it is a reference to the folks who are struggling to open their bootloaders?
Now, this post really confirms my decision of getting this phone. I was deciding between Pixel 6 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 5S. Both phones can be rooted. Both phones have North American variant with the almost perfect network coverage, as well as having dual sim (I am looking for network bands 4, 7, 13, 66, and 71 for Freedom Mobile here in Canada). ASUS ROG Phone 5S has better value per money tbh. Better processor on benchmark. More storage on the base one. Lastly, it comes with a whopping 65W charger in the box (while Pixel 6 Pro u need to buy it separately and it is also only 30W), and the battery is just better. The only thing I will be missing here is the wireless charger, but tbh, it's such a gimmick feature to worry about.
Also, one thing I forgot, it is better to get a Qualcomm device rather than a new foreign COU like Tensor chip, because at least we know how to get into EDL mode and unbrick.
falhumai96 said:
@johnny886 You are amazing! Can you pin your post above in the ASUS ROG Phone 5S forum so that it is a reference to the folks who are struggling to open their bootloaders?
Now, this post really confirms my decision of getting this phone. I was deciding between Pixel 6 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 5S. Both phones can be rooted. Both phones have North American variant with the almost perfect network coverage, as well as having dual sim (I am looking for network bands 4, 7, 13, 66, and 71 for Freedom Mobile here in Canada). ASUS ROG Phone 5S has better value per money tbh. Better processor on benchmark. More storage on the base one. Lastly, it comes with a whopping 65W charger in the box (while Pixel 6 Pro u need to buy it separately and it is also only 30W), and the battery is just better. The only thing I will be missing here is the wireless charger, but tbh, it's such a gimmick feature to worry about.
Also, one thing I forgot, it is better to get a Qualcomm device rather than a new foreign COU like Tensor chip, because at least we know how to get into EDL mode and unbrick.
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Google Pixel 6 These two phones are not worth buying. I tested the Pixel 6 Pro and the experience is very poor. You can choose a better one. Tensor Soc is modified by Google based on Samsung exynos, and the measured experience is not as good as Qualcomm Snapdragon 888plus.
falhumai96 said:
@johnny886 You are amazing! Can you pin your post above in the ASUS ROG Phone 5S forum so that it is a reference to the folks who are struggling to open their bootloaders?
Now, this post really confirms my decision of getting this phone. I was deciding between Pixel 6 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 5S. Both phones can be rooted. Both phones have North American variant with the almost perfect network coverage, as well as having dual sim (I am looking for network bands 4, 7, 13, 66, and 71 for Freedom Mobile here in Canada). ASUS ROG Phone 5S has better value per money tbh. Better processor on benchmark. More storage on the base one. Lastly, it comes with a whopping 65W charger in the box (while Pixel 6 Pro u need to buy it separately and it is also only 30W), and the battery is just better. The only thing I will be missing here is the wireless charger, but tbh, it's such a gimmick feature to worry about.
Also, one thing I forgot, it is better to get a Qualcomm device rather than a new foreign COU like Tensor chip, because at least we know how to get into EDL mode and unbrick.
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Only moderators can pin posts, but it was added to the index of useful posts that is currently pinned. The sad reality is that most people tend to overlook the pinned posts anyway.
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So I've been asking this question on almost all the new phones' forums recently because it's never mentioned in any of the spec websites or the manufacturers website. None of the YouTube tech channels check it either except for one which he also forgets to do for some of the phones.
The question is.... Is this phone Widevine L1 certified?
Anybody who already bought the phone can check through downloading an app via playstore. App name is 'drm info'.
Screenshot would be appreciated for anybody who are looking for this particular feature in the next phone they're gonna buy. Thanks in advance guys.
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So I've been asking this question on almost all the new phones' forums recently because it's never mentioned in any of the spec websites or the manufacturers website. None of the YouTube tech channels check it either except for one which he also forgets to do for some of the phones.
The question is.... Is this phone Widevine L1 certified?
Anybody who already bought the phone can check through downloading an app via playstore. App name is 'drm info'.
Screenshot would be appreciated for anybody who are looking for this particular feature in the next phone they're gonna buy. Thanks in advance guys.
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It's not even out yet...
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It's not even out yet...
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Yeah I know people can answer after they buy the phone, I'll just leave this here since it's something people should know before buying a phone. Whoever can get a screenshot of drm info will be appreciated.
Bump. Also interested in this. Wouldn't get my hopes up though, so far no Xiaomi phone has widevine L1.
I don't have the phone yet, but according to Frankie Tech's 48-hr review on YouTube, it's L3 (and he showed the results from DRM info in his video @ around 8 minutes in). He's running the Chinese software, of course... and said that the Mi 8 Global Version is L1, so maybe there's hope for the Mix 3. Who knows? Time will tell...
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I don't have the phone yet, but according to Frankie Tech's 48-hr review on YouTube, it's L3 (and he showed the results from DRM info in his video @ around 8 minutes in). He's running the Chinese software, of course... and said that the Mi 8 Global Version is L1, so maybe there's hope for the Mix 3. Who knows? Time will tell...
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Here is the link to the part in the video.
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I don't have the phone yet, but according to Frankie Tech's 48-hr review on YouTube, it's L3 (and he showed the results from DRM info in his video @ around 8 minutes in). He's running the Chinese software, of course... and said that the Mi 8 Global Version is L1, so maybe there's hope for the Mix 3. Who knows? Time will tell...
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That's false. That YouTube guy lives in HK , buys all his phones from China. He doesn't know about the global variants that's why he says "probably".
I went to the xiaomi store in Hong Kong yesterday and checked at least 3 mi 8/ 2 mi 8 pro/ also pocofone. None of them had L1.
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That's false. That YouTube guy lives in HK , buys all his phones from China. He doesn't know about the global variants that's why he says "probably".
I went to the xiaomi store in Hong Kong yesterday and checked at least 3 mi 8/ 2 mi 8 pro/ also pocofone. None of them had L1.
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Can you clarify which part is false? Are you saying that it's unlikely any version of the Xiaomi phones (esp Mix 3) will have L1?
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Can you clarify which part is false? Are you saying that it's unlikely any version of the Xiaomi phones (esp Mix 3) will have L1?
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No xiaomi phone will have L1.
I'm also saying, anything without proof should not be considered as a fact. This YouTube guy has no proof that the global version of Mi 8 has L1, which is exactly what he says and compares the Mi Mix 3 with.
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I'm also saying, anything without proof should not be considered as a fact. This YouTube guy has no proof that the global version of Mi 8 has L1, which is exactly what he says and compares the Mi Mix 3 with.
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Thanks... and that's a good reminder as well. That's part of the reason I shared the the approximate time he talked about (and showed) that the Mix 3 has L3. I'm not really familiar with the guy, but it seems like he puts a lot of effort into his videos - I wonder where he heard that about the Mi 8. It seems a silly thing to lie about.
Anyway, thanks again...
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That's false. That YouTube guy lives in HK , buys all his phones from China. He doesn't know about the global variants that's why he says "probably".
I went to the xiaomi store in Hong Kong yesterday and checked at least 3 mi 8/ 2 mi 8 pro/ also pocofone. None of them had L1.
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You're right. I finally pulled the trigger and bought the Mi 8 Global variant and it has Widevine L3.
Hi, just wanted to update this thread. I have a Mix 3 and Widevine is L3. Flashed the EU MIUI 10 ROM when it became available for Mi Mix 3. Still L3.
Shame, especially with such a beautiful screen. Hope this helps!
DRM info (Xiaomi mi MIX 3)
still_living said:
So I've been asking this question on almost all the new phones' forums recently because it's never mentioned in any of the spec websites or the manufacturers website. None of the YouTube tech channels check it either except for one which he also forgets to do for some of the phones.
The question is.... Is this phone Widevine L1 certified?
Anybody who already bought the phone can check through downloading an app via playstore. App name is 'drm info'.
Screenshot would be appreciated for anybody who are looking for this particular feature in the next phone they're gonna buy. Thanks in advance guys.
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The information comes from the global version I imported from HK. Unfortunately the smartphone comes with videwine level 3 and not L1.
(For those who are interested I would recommend to order a cover for the phone as the included one is low quality quality)
Its L3, Global Version with Global MIUI.
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This is the official FunkyHuawei thread for the Mate 20X.
What FunkyHuawei Supports Currently:
1. Firmware Installation / Unbricking
FunkyHuawei supports the Mate 20X for unbricking and firmware installation, but support has not yet been made public. This will be updated when it is.
2. Rebranding
Rebranding is currently not possible on the Mate 20X, even with root or unlocked bootloader. If this changes in the future, it will be updated.
Those who need to install updates and so on are welcome to contact FunkyHuawei support for help while the release of support for this model is still private.
Any other questions, feel free to ask them here.
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
Hi, would these apps work on this version of the phone?
- Gboard, Google Pay(I usually use it for contactless payment), UK banking apps(HSBC, Barclays, etc)
Google pay
aung24 said:
Hi, would these apps work on this version of the phone?
- Gboard, Google Pay(I usually use it for contactless payment), UK banking apps(HSBC, Barclays, etc)
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Hi
I have a Honor note 10 and use Google pay just fine . I bank with Metrol bank and First direct who is part of HSBC .
Not tried gboard but all other Google apps works fine.
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jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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I dont believe there is any hardware difference just maybe 1 let band difference. Chinese model will get updates quicker as the main base is in China so there update that model first . Google pay etc worked fine on my Honor note 10 which came out in August, call it the smaller brother which has no global ROM .
I personally prefer Chinese model , can delete most Chinese apps fine , yes some will remain and some Chinese characters in certain parts but still prefer Chinese model
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jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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Huawei have become strict in unlocking so maybe not but Honor who is apart of Huawei did offer users of honour note 10 codes .
@duraaraa,
I haven't been around here much since back when we goofed around with the Mi Mix (recall I sent you one I got so you could work on it since you didn't have one). Anyways, really glad to see what you have done with FunkyHuawei and all - impressive you turned your hobby in to a business so congrats.
I am curious about buying the global from your site. I am very likely to pull the trigger for one of these soon, haven't had a Chinese phone since my Mi Mix and Mate 9 (sold the Mi Mix ultimately for being to rough around the edges in terms of software and the mid range camera but kept the Mate 9 and was pretty happy with it for a while with no real issues once setup properly). Can you give us a summary of the finer points you see as advantages to getting a global from FunkyHuawei verse just getting a Chinese version with Play store already installed?
P.S. Anyone looking for a great unlocked Note 9 with bunch of accessories and whatnot send me PM.
SWBgHz said:
@duraaraa,
I haven't been around here much since back when we goofed around with the Mi Mix (recall I sent you one I got so you could work on it since you didn't have one). Anyways, really glad to see what you have done with FunkyHuawei and all - impressive you turned your hobby in to a business so congrats.
I am curious about buying the global from your site. I am very likely to pull the trigger for one of these soon, haven't had a Chinese phone since my Mi Mix and Mate 9 (sold the Mi Mix ultimately for being to rough around the edges in terms of software and the mid range camera but kept the Mate 9 and was pretty happy with it for a while with no real issues once setup properly). Can you give us a summary of the finer points you see as advantages to getting a global from FunkyHuawei verse just getting a Chinese version with Play store already installed?
P.S. Anyone looking for a great unlocked Note 9 with bunch of accessories and whatnot send me PM.
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I think you might have mistaken me for someone else about the Mi Mix, but I did work on the Mi Mix 2. I've never actually seen a Mi Mix 1 in person
The Chinese version uses various Chinese services instead of Google Services, and some of those can't be changed. For example, for location services. For the default voice assistant. And so on.
I've heard that OK Google doesn't work on the Chinese version, while you can use it to unlock the phone on the international version, and so on.
I had thought that Chinese version wouldn't pass Safetynet, but I'm not sure. I've also heard that the Chinese version doesn't allow you to change the default launcher. The dual app feature supports whatsapp and facebook on the global version, but wechat and chinese apps on the Chinese version, and so on.
If you don't live in China, getting the global version will work out better for most people.
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Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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Certain google things can be installed on the Chinese model. But google is baked into the non-Chinese model. So things like OK Google (to wake up the phone), google assistant as default, Google used as location provider, and so on, will be available only on the international model.
jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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As far as I know you can't unlock the bootloader or root these at present.
If 'Enable OEM Unlock' becomes select-able in developer options it would be possible.
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As far as I know you can't unlock the bootloader or root these at present.
If 'Enable OEM Unlock' becomes select-able in developer options it would be possible.
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Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.
unlock
jackfrost7 said:
Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.
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I am getting the chinese version as i prefer this model but if your not sure of things buddy get the global version as its available .
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Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.
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I don't h ave an OEM unlock or bootloader unlock in my dev menu.. not tried ADP yet..
@duraaraa is there anyway to take a different payment besides PayPal? I'm trying to pay with affirm, but it's declining the card.
Actually it shows approved. Can you please check for my order?
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@duraaraa is there anyway to take a different payment besides PayPal? I'm trying to pay with affirm, but it's declining the card.
Actually it shows approved. Can you please check for my order?
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I think you emailed FH already, so we'll discuss over email.
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This is the official FunkyHuawei thread for the Mate 20X.
What FunkyHuawei Supports Currently:
1. Firmware Installation / Unbricking
FunkyHuawei supports the Mate 20X for unbricking and firmware installation, but support has not yet been made public. This will be updated when it is.
2. Rebranding
Rebranding is currently not possible on the Mate 20X, even with root or unlocked bootloader. If this changes in the future, it will be updated.
Those who need to install updates and so on are welcome to contact FunkyHuawei support for help while the release of support for this model is still private.
Any other questions, feel free to ask them here.
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Hi I have the Chinese mate 20x when will the global ROM be available to flash on this?
ramheer said:
Hi I have the Chinese mate 20x when will the global ROM be available to flash on this?
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that will be good to know if possible (think need bootloader unlocking is needed though)...hope...
Mate 20x screen manufacturer
Greetings .. I'm afraid to have a screen problem like 20 pro. 20 x in Do you have any information about the display manufacturer?
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Greetings .. I'm afraid to have a screen problem like 20 pro. 20 x in Do you have any information about the display manufacturer?
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What is the screen problems?
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What is the screen problems?
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The Mate 20 pro has green bleeding out for lack of better terms on the edges. Seems to be very common now
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The Mate 20 pro has green bleeding out for lack of better terms on the edges. Seems to be very common now
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Have not heard anything for the Mate 20 X. The Pro has the screen supplied by LG and BOE, and most of the green-color bleeding issues are from LG. The screen of Mate 20 X is supplied by Samsung.
Hi @duraaraa. I think I'm ok sticking with Chinese version. But was wondering, in the event I'd like to change it to L29, if progress has been made on rebranding. Do you think it will be possible in the coming months. Thanks!
How can I know if my Realme phone has the Chinese ROM, or Global ROM, (besides the label on the box)?
Is there a section in the settings app that provides such info?
Also, if a malicious seller installs Global ROM on the Chinese variant hardware and tries to pass it as a genuine global variant, how can I identify such fraud?
Or, can I just enter the IMEI on a website fo check its ROM edition?
P.S. I have never used a Realme or OPPO phone.
( In Xiaomi phones, Global version phones have "MIUI Global" written in their phone settings' About section. Also, these phones have ROM codes ending in ***MIXM. While Chinese version phones have ***CNXM. Is there a similar info to be found in Realme ColorOS Settings?)
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How can I know if my Realme phone has the Chinese ROM, or Global ROM, (besides the label on the box)?
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There is barely any difference between the two but Chinese Rom is different because it's codename isn't Realme 5 Pro but Realme Q. It's almost impossible not to notice. If you had Chinese rom in settings about phone there would be Realme Q under model label, not realme 5 pro. Furthermore in case you didn't notice that there would be preinstalled Chinese market and apps and less or none Google stuff.
LeHalua said:
Is there a section in the settings app that provides such info?
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On stock rom go to settings and about phone.
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Also, if a malicious seller installs Global ROM on the Chinese variant hardware and tries to pass it as a genuine global variant, how can I identify such fraud?
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If the seller for some reason put global rom on your model which was made for Chinese market (which I highly doubt for it's no easy feat and takes time+effort furthermore it'd not worth it from the perspective of the seller) then there's no way you could notice that.
Except if you're a very advanced user like me. There are tiny differences between Chinese model hardware and global hardware so you shouldn't worry. There are two key differences (which I think are rather hardcoded than hardware limitation). One is that Chinese Realme Q has smaller system partition size for Chinese rom uses less storage because missing Google stuff. Other is global and Chinese variant modem antenna seems to support different 4G bands. Obviously Realme Q supports bands that are frequently used in China while global supports bands that are used in worldwide. This means Realme Q hardware is limited thus doesn't support European B7 and B20 4G bands.
LeHalua said:
Or, can I just enter the IMEI on a website fo check its ROM edition?
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I don't know about such method.
LeHalua said:
P.S. I have never used a Realme or OPPO phone.
( In Xiaomi phones, Global version phones have "MIUI Global" written in their phone settings' About section. Also, these phones have ROM codes ending in ***MIXM. While Chinese version phones have ***CNXM. Is there a similar info to be found in Realme ColorOS Settings?)
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Yes. And more obvious.
Chinese market>Realme Q (RMX1971CN)
Global>Realme 5 Pro(RMX1971EX)
But don't bother trying to find device codenames with non-root apps. They don't make a difference between RMX1971CN and RMX1971EX.
Some extra info and details:
I ordered a Realme Q from China via AliExpress last October. Since then I'm using my device in Europe, Hungary and I'm in love with it. All the technical details I shared are results of personal testing and debugging. I'll tell you why you shouldn't worry about a Realme Q sold as a Realme 5 Pro.
If a seller wanted to do this for some reason they'd need to ask for official bootloader unlock from Realme. After getting the unlock approval (which isn't nearly sure for monthly unlock cap is 1000 device) they'd need to flash a custom recovery on it and clean flash a Realme 5 Pro global rom on the device. Fastboot flashing doesn't always work with this method. Furthermore because Realme Q system partition isn't as big as Realme 5 Pro's there would be complications.
After successfully flashing Global rom on the device the seller would need to flash back stock recovery and relock bootloader. This would likely confuse the device and cause bootloop. This whole procedure is timely, lots of effort required and some serious skill. As conclusion it is totally pointless and not worth it for any seller. The procedure is nearly the same on Xiaomi devices. So such logic applies there as well.
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If the seller for some reason put global rom on your model which was made for Chinese market (which I highly doubt for it's no easy feat and takes time+effort furthermore it'd not worth it from the perspective of the seller) then there's no way you could notice that.
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In some South/Southeast Asian countries, Chinese versions of phones sell cheap, but obviously people want the global version. That's why sellers used to do such scam. It seems unbelievable but it used to be very common in countries like India. But after makers like Xiaomi locked down their devices (e.g. bootloader unlock waiting period, anti-rollback protection, ROM flashing requires unlocked bootloader even if it's meant for the same device, etc.), this practice has all but disappeared. I wasn't really sure if a newer brand like Realme would have similar protections, but seems like they do have them. So I guess I'm covered.
And thanks for your comprehensive answer. It's really helpful.
On a side note, does ColorOS/RealmeOS have these features built-in: call recording, screen recording, dual-apps/clone-apps, second space/parallel space, etc.?
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In some South/Southeast Asian countries, Chinese versions of phones sell cheap, but obviously people want the global version. That's why sellers used to do such scam. It seems unbelievable but it used to be very common in countries like India. But after makers like Xiaomi locked down their devices (e.g. bootloader unlock waiting period, anti-rollback protection, ROM flashing requires unlocked bootloader even if it's meant for the same device, etc.), this practice has all but disappeared. I wasn't really sure if a newer brand like Realme would have similar protections, but seems like they do have them. So I guess I'm covered.
And thanks for your comprehensive answer. It's really helpful.
On a side note, does ColorOS/RealmeOS have these features built-in: call recording, screen recording, dual-apps/clone-apps, second space/parallel space, etc.?
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The more I know. No bigge. I try my best. I barely know anything about Color OS for I'm a real pure android lover thus ditched Cos after 3 days. I can't really comment on these features.
Hi, I am just not getting it. Spent money on two phones to see if I can unlock and root them, and it is not my forte! Don't even know where to start because there is just too much information out there when I search online.
Is there anywhere I can just buy a rooted device, or pay someone to do it. Since every search on the Internet leads back to this site I thought I should ask it here. If I am in wrong section please let me know.
Thank you
As you want to root your phone, I'm assuming you know how a phone works and how to differentiate models and variants!
You can't buy an already rooted phone, as none come with it. If you want a phone that is easy to root but still good for a daily driver, you have to know the following criteria:
- Very popular brand (Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo)
- Has to have a Snapdragon processor (mediatek phones are harder to root)
- The specific device should be popular on XDA (examples include Redmi Note 8 Pro, Poco X3 Pro, most samsung S devices that have Snapdragon processors)
- Samsung S (s22, s20, s8, etc) only have Snapdragon CPUs in countries like the USA and I think China
google pixel or oneplus are great
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google pixel or oneplus are great
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yeah, but if you buy a oneplus don't get anything above the 8 lineup as they just get worse from there
and if you get a pixel 6 series i can't guarantee anything about that tensor chip being even bootloader unlockable
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Hi, I am just not getting it. Spent money on two phones to see if I can unlock and root them, and it is not my forte! Don't even know where to start because there is just too much information out there when I search online.
Is there anywhere I can just buy a rooted device, or pay someone to do it. Since every search on the Internet leads back to this site I thought I should ask it here. If I am in wrong section please let me know.
Thank you
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Search for "rooted android phone" on Ebay. Do your research and make sure you know what your are buying, though. Also check the vendor ratings of the seller.
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Search for "rooted android phone" on Ebay. Do your research and make sure you know what your are buying, though. Also check the vendor ratings of the seller.
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recipy for DISASTER. don't buy a pre rooted phone, who knows what keyloggers and spyware can be put alongside that root? i wouldn't risk it at all, in fact i wouldn't buy any daily driver thing from ebay outside of like a phone case
Thank you for the replies. I will keep reading and researching. I bought a Motorola G Stylus (2021) just now, and gave up on the Samsung s10e. So far I have been able to get adb and fastboot working. Reading on XDA to figure the rest out.
Very popular brands (Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Huawei, etc) tend to lock down their devices entirely. one can't just unlock bootloader from fastboot. beware of random guides, they often outdated or too broad.
before buying a device
- get confirmation that bootloader actually is unlockable (with regards to android version/carrier/branding etc)
- check community development is active (TWRP available? custom ROMs?)
you can do so by reading the proper section to device model on xda-developers
(if you can't find it, don't buy it)
Samsung Galaxy S10
Samsung's flagship for 2019, the Galaxy S10, is a 6.1" device, with a curved edge display, and a resolution of 1440x3040. It's powered by either the Exynos 9820 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which is paired with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 512GB of storage. The main camera is comprised...
forum.xda-developers.com
Moto G Stylus (2021)
The Moto G Stylus is a 6.8" phone with a 1080x2400p resolution display. The Qualcomm SDM678 Snapdragon 678 chipset is paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The main camera is 48+8+2+2MP and the selfie camera is 16MP. The battery has a 4000mAh capacity.
forum.xda-developers.com
aIecxs said:
Very popular brands (Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Huawei, etc) tend to lock down their devices entirely. one can't just unlock bootloader from fastboot. beware of random guides, they often outdated or too broad.
before buying a device
- get confirmation that bootloader actually is unlockable (with regards to android version/carrier/branding etc)
- check community development is active (TWRP available? custom ROMs?)
you can do so by reading the proper section to device model on xda-developers
(if you can't find it, don't buy it)
Samsung Galaxy S10
Samsung's flagship for 2019, the Galaxy S10, is a 6.1" device, with a curved edge display, and a resolution of 1440x3040. It's powered by either the Exynos 9820 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which is paired with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 512GB of storage. The main camera is comprised...
forum.xda-developers.com
Moto G Stylus (2021)
The Moto G Stylus is a 6.8" phone with a 1080x2400p resolution display. The Qualcomm SDM678 Snapdragon 678 chipset is paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The main camera is 48+8+2+2MP and the selfie camera is 16MP. The battery has a 4000mAh capacity.
forum.xda-developers.com
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about every phone is on xda, just that many don't have populated Roms and Kernels sections (ie: huaweis) so make sure it has 7-10.000 messages at least if you want a really good starting point
Nobody should buy an already rooted phone.
You should ever re-flash the full stock, format data and then, re-root the phone by YOURSELF.
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about every phone is on xda, just that many don't have populated Roms and Kernels sections (ie: huaweis) so make sure it has 7-10.000 messages at least if you want a really good starting point
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Hi, do you have any specific model you can suggest? Considering the following:
I want to buy an android that I can root for sure, no matter how old it is as long as it runs Android 6 at least, I need it to be as cheap as possible, and I want to buy it in USA, compatible with T-Mobile carrier which is the one I use
I bought this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3F9BRF9 and it was compatible with TMobile but there's no TWRP or info on how to root it, so I'm seeking for some old phone that actually works and is rooteable. I want to run some experiments but I need root access.
Thanks in advance!
Edit: I found several Samsung S7 on Ebay that could work, do you think it's a good match for rooting?
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Hi, I am just not getting it. Spent money on two phones to see if I can unlock and root them, and it is not my forte! Don't even know where to start because there is just too much information out there when I search online.
Is there anywhere I can just buy a rooted device, or pay someone to do it. Since every search on the Internet leads back to this site I thought I should ask it here. If I am in wrong section please let me know.
Thank you
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Most easy to root phone ar
realme, samsung, oneplus
Buy one of this and follow the tutorial
From youtube make sure android version are matched with the tutorial
samsung what? lol read post #8
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samsung what? lol read post #8
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there is a method for samsung update androids works on 9|10|11|12|13
incase u dont know
samsujjamanrifat said:
there is a method for samsung update androids works on 9|10|11|12|13
incase u dont know
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Do you mean the video "How To Root Any Samsung Phone Complete Guide Easy Method 2023"?
Have you tried with each of the 182 Samsung phones?
ze7zez said:
Do you mean the video "How To Root Any Samsung Phone Complete Guide Easy Method 2023"?
Have you tried with each of the 182 Samsung phones?
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im a technician almost tried 40
even s22 ultra
the video is worthless
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there is a method for samsung update androids works on 9|10|11|12|13
incase u dont know
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No, I don't. I only know that OnePlus Oppo Realme devices belong to bbk and are hard to unlock with fastboot disabled.
https://forum.xda-
developers.com/t/decision-by-oppo-no-bootloader-fastboot-access-for-oppo-phones-starting-2016.3348114
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ut-unlocking-fastboot-on-oppo-devices.4490041
Xiaomi devices are still unlockable, but you have to follow special procedure, and it doesn't work for blacklisted devices.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/which-tool-to-unlock-bootloader-poco-m5.4535015
what I have heared about Samsung, unlocking is not officially supported for US/Canada devices. also branded devices like cricket, verizon, etc aren't unlockable
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"Verizon, for example, likes to prevent bootloader unlocking altogether, making it impossible to root your phone. Sometimes, though, people find unofficial workarounds, and we’ll let you know if any are found."
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if you're willing to pay hundreds of dollars for unlocking, visit this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...-unlock-for-samsung-us-canada-devices.4215101
@samsujjamanrifat But if you know how to unlock Samsung, you may help out this guy with unlocking
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/samsung-a03s-roo-issues.4532585
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Do you mean the video "How To Root Any Samsung Phone Complete Guide Easy Method 2023"?
Have you tried with each of the 182 Samsung phones?
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download your phone firmware using same binaries
found it on download mode
extract on pc
copy the ap file to the phone u wanted to root
download magisk apk
click install magisk
select the ap file
wait
then there will be patched ap file
move it to the pc
flash it with odin
after flash install magisk
your phone now rooted
There are channels to buy pre-rooted phones, but I assume that we are not supposed to publish these things on XDA.
Veterans of XDA and Samsung mobiles, please help!
I got myself a Note 20 Ultra 5G today! The model number is shown as SM-986U/DS. I searched and one site showed it's the Exynos model, whereas CPU-Z showed that it's the Snapdragon one!
Did I just buy a fake one? Please help me to find id it is an original one! The Store I bought this from, told me that it came from US but while the phone started, it did not show any US Carrier logo (like T-Mobile, Verizone etc.)
I am attaching the screenshots of About Phone page, please advise me if I need to post any other pictures for clarification! I suppose the IMEI is not necessary, right?
Please help and thanks in advance!!!
that model is for snapdragon variant, to check if device is fake or not plug it into pc and open smart switch, this will read the device info, if it does is real if not, must be fake
Thank you!!
Please give me some time to check it and then reply!
Thanks again!
Hi!
I got these when I connected the mobile with my PC by Smart Switch....
So, I suppose it is ok?
Please have a look....
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Hi!
I got these when I connected the mobile with my PC by Smart Switch....
So, I suppose it is ok?
Please have a look....
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all good
Thank you!!!
@EdwardSawhands
As mentioned by @tutibreaker, it's indeed a genuine US Snapdragon variant of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G. However, there are some points you might need to consider.
To be precise, it's a carrier model meant for Verizon, which has probably been SIM-unlocked for usage under other carriers. As you can see, the device is running on Android 12-based One UI 4.1. Without a Verizon SIM, you can't get OTA updates on it. As a result, it would be better for you to cross-flash a carrier-unlocked (i.e. SM-N986U1) firmware manually. That way, not only you can experience One UI 5 with Android 13 right now, you can also get rid of the underlying Verizon bloat and enjoy official OTA updates without messing with manual flashing jobs.
Well, thanks for pointing that out! I was really thinking why it was on Android 12 as I heard that 20 Ultra hot Android 13 and also there was no update showing...
I will take some time and read around the forum to get the cross flashing process right!
One more thing, there are actually no Verizone Bloats on the mobile. At least none thay I've found out yet. May be the guy who sim unlocked it, uninstalled all that. Anyway, I'll cross flash it once I figure out the process. Thanks again.