General SM-908B Root / OEM unlock discussion thread - Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

right, ive spent all last night and all morning trying multiple things to root this device and all have been unsuccessful
the firmware i have tried for the following steps is S908BXXS2AVDB (exynos)
with adb version 1.0.41
oem unlocking isnt possible as far as i can tell after trying various methods
via adb and in the device using the modified date / time hack
i know some of these next steps were unlikely to work but, until you try your never certain
i have tried just flashing a post magisk patched ap, with csc and / csc home
i have tried pushing the patched ap as a sideload via adb through recovery after unpacking the .tar and also repacking as a .zip
i have tried pushing the boot.img from the extracted patched ap via adb sideload
i have tried flashing the stock firmware NOT setting it up and trying to flash the patched ap over that
im out of ideas, has anybody else had any luck ? or methods you have tried different to mine that didnt work that i can add to the op

gav83collins said:
oem unlocking isnt possible as far as i can tell after trying various methods
via adb and in the device using the modified date / time hack
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Is the OEM unlocking option visible in your developer options?

ZXR said:
Is the OEM unlocking option visible in your developer options?
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Not after a refresh, you have to wait a week I think it is, but you can mess around with date and time to get it to show, but even doing that once your in download mode it shows as locked still

Ok, it was visible. You switched to allow unlock, correct?
If you then boot into bootloader, do you get the option to unlock it?

ZXR said:
Ok, it was visible. You switched to allow unlock, correct?
If you then boot into bootloader, do you get the option to unlock it?
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ive just unlocked the bootloader, im not sure exactly what i did different, but this time the "Hold" volume button up was displayed, i did, it worked

You are welcome!

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How can i enable OEM unlock via CMD?

I have a samsung on7, SM-G600FY
I installed TWRP on it and rooted it. It worked perfectly fine, with no issues whatsoever.
However, i later disabled the OEM unlock option in developer options and a week(ish) later i switched off my phone. On trying to turn it on, i get a screen with an exclamation with the following on the top of the screen:
[WHITE] CUSTOM BINARY BLOCKED BY FRP.
[RED] SECURE FAIL : KERNEL
I think this is due to oem being locked, which is not allowing the OS to load, maybe?
Is there any way to enable it via CMD on the computer? Thanks
JimbakBoomA said:
I have a samsung on7, SM-G600FY
I installed TWRP on it and rooted it. It worked perfectly fine, with no issues whatsoever.
However, i later disabled the OEM unlock option in developer options and a week(ish) later i switched off my phone. On trying to turn it on, i get a screen with an exclamation with the following on the top of the screen:
[WHITE] CUSTOM BINARY BLOCKED BY FRP.
[RED] SECURE FAIL : KERNEL
I think this is due to oem being locked, which is not allowing the OS to load, maybe?
Is there any way to enable it via CMD on the computer? Thanks
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i looked it further and due to the oem lock, it seems to be more hardware related than software? How can i flash/program the processor..?
Im 99% sure you need to download the firmware from sammobile and flash it with odin i don't think there are any other options other than that,
Maybe someone else could "chip in" to clarify it ?
Once you get your phone up and running again it's worth mentioning that when rooting you have to have "allow the device to be OEM unlocked" to the switched on position or you will just trip the FRP again
Hi7m3up said:
Im 99% sure you need to download the firmware from sammobile and flash it with odin i don't think there are any other options other than that,
Maybe someone else could "chip in" to clarify it ?
Once you get your phone up and running again it's worth mentioning that when rooting you have to have "allow the device to be OEM unlocked" to the switched on position or you will just trip the FRP again
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well, i tried using odin to try and reflash the twrp again, but it failed and i got a tiny message on the phone screen that frp blocked it.
I don't believe that i will be able to flash the custom rom either, if my phone isn't allowing it...?
By the way, is it possible for you to share the link? I would like to give that a try too. Thanks!
JimbakBoomA said:
well, i tried using odin to try and reflash the twrp again, but it failed and i got a tiny message on the phone screen that frp blocked it.
I don't believe that i will be able to flash the custom rom either, if my phone isn't allowing it...?
By the way, is it possible for you to share the link? I would like to give that a try too. Thanks!
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Go to https://www.sammobile.com download the correct firmware for your phone (important that it is the right firmware for your model) If your phone is unlocked to any network then it doesnt matter which country he firmware is from if your phone is locked to a specific carrier then you will need to make sure that the firmware you download is for your country and your carrier . You will need to register with sammobile but it's free download your firmware and flash using the most up to date odin you can get ,,you can find plenty of tutorials on how to do this using your search engine ..Dont worry if you dont manage the first go you can always try again. if you do all that right then your phone will boot normally after that . Be patient it can take 10-15 mins sometimes to flash then the first boot of your phone can take a while too..
Make sure usb debugging is on and most importantly that this time keep enable oem unlock at the switched on position (allow the device to be oem unlocked) or you will only trip the FRP and have to flash firrmware again
Your firmware package is around 2 gig so it will take a while to download and flash
make sure usb debugging is on also

Question Does anyone know how to root this phone?

I tried this method but it doesn't work?
How to Root Samsung Galaxy A32 – Step-by-Step Guide!
Today in this article, I have come up with a detailed Step-by-step guide on how to Root Samsung Galaxy A32. So Hello, guys how are you? I hope you are
www.guidetoroot.com
This step doesn't work, there is not OEM Unlock option?
Now you have to open the settings again, and enable OEM unlock and USB debugging .To do this (Go to Settings → Developer Options and enable the ”OEM Unlock”
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Samsh*t removed it
mingkee said:
Samsh*t removed it
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that's bollocks! so is there no way to root this?
Neo3D said:
that's bollocks! so is there no way to root this?
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Try this https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/root-samsung-galaxy-a52-sm-a525f-magisk-root.4251283/ it may be work for A32 by patching boot.img
redymedan said:
Try this https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/root-samsung-galaxy-a52-sm-a525f-magisk-root.4251283/ it may be work for A32 by patching boot.img
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Bootloader unlock required
The problem is this phone "OEM Unlock" option is removed by Samsh*t
Bootloader unlock cannot be done without OEM Unlock enabled
mingkee said:
Bootloader unlock required
The problem is this phone "OEM Unlock" option is removed by Samsh*t
Bootloader unlock cannot be done without OEM Unlock enabled
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So, there's absolutely no way to unlock a bootloader if Tmobile requests them to be locked? Can I call Tmobile and ask them to unlock it?
Neo3D said:
So, there's absolutely no way to unlock a bootloader if Tmobile requests them to be locked? Can I call Tmobile and ask them to unlock it?
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there are paid for services run by people, some of them use this site, where your phones bootloader can be unlocked either remotely or via a one use only token and instructions. not sure about A32 but on Galaxy S series phones it costs about 75 dollars US. search here you should find something, a link to a Telegram group probably.
3mel said:
there are paid for services run by people, some of them use this site, where your phones bootloader can be unlocked either remotely or via a one use only token and instructions. not sure about A32 but on Galaxy S series phones it costs about 75 dollars US. search here you should find something, a link to a Telegram group probably.
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How are they able to bypass Samsung's lock? I don't think paying is worth it to get unlocked, esp over the internet where it could be a scam.
have no idea
Neo3D said:
How are they able to bypass Samsung's lock? I don't think paying is worth it to get unlocked, esp over the internet where it could be a scam.
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you can join a telegram group full of people either waiting for or already had their bootloaders unlocked. it is quite pricey but it's not a scam (based on the people I've seen doing it) a moderator here used to do it and people have posted about being happy with the service they got.
if it not via that route there currently isn't any other way to unlock bootloaders for US Samsung phones
Be aware when you update ROM after that.
Later version ROM can lock bootloader again and current token may not unlock again
If anyone gets an unlocked stock rom or a bootloader.img even please post it here, for example I've heard some people have been getting unlocked with T-Mobile. Follow the instructions on how to dump the unlocked bootloader.img here:
[GUIDE] Making Dump Files Out of Android Device Partitions
Use: The main purpose is to make a file that contains all data in android specific partition. This is really handy in case of dumping leak firmwares. Pr-requirement: - Rooted device. - Knowledge of how to use adb or Terminal Emulator. The...
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I've tried extracted boot.img's from my stock rom run through magisk like 4 times.. nothing is working even with download mode and odin.
Neo3D said:
How are they able to bypass Samsung's lock? I don't think paying is worth it to get unlocked, esp over the internet where it could be a scam.
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I heard Sampwnd is pretty good
SM-A326U Combination Firmware
US Combination Firmware link for Galaxy A32 5G Supposedly you can FRP bypass or OEM unlock based on what I've heard https://drive.google.com/u/0/uc?export=download&confirm=syaM&id=1b8Umj0tNQ_YY-u9EpPfoH0z_vsZDNSv3
forum.xda-developers.com
Follow this post for unconfirmed claim of unlocking the bootloader. Please post back if this software allows one to unlock the bootloader.
TIA,
F
TypicalGellert said:
I heard Sampwnd is pretty good
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weird that they don't list prices... seems like a red flag
Neo3D said:
weird that they don't list prices... seems like a red flag
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I just checked Sampwnd and this phone isn't available yet, but the price is after you select the purchase link and select their list of devices
Yes. I've used these instructions https://www.naldotech.com/root-samsung-galaxy-a32-magisk/
I've used boot.img to patch, and then flashed with odin, worked as a charm.
Turn on Odin mode - by shutdding down your phone, then holding Volume Up + Down, then long hold Volume Up to unlock bootloader, You might need to reboot afterwards, also factory reset is(will be) a must.
Just shut down after that, redo holding Volume Up + Down, then long hold Volume Up, I cannot remember exactly, but I think after that it was once pressing Volume Down to have proper odin download mode to use patched image.
Select patched magisk image patched from/by boot/recovery.img.lz4 archive.
I've UK A326B
NetBos said:
Yes. I've used these instructions https://www.naldotech.com/root-samsung-galaxy-a32-magisk/
I've used boot.img to patch, and then flashed with odin, worked as a charm.
Turn on Odin mode - by shutdding down your phone, then holding Volume Up + Down, then long hold Volume Up to unlock bootloader, You might need to reboot afterwards, also factory reset is(will be) a must.
Just shut down after that, redo holding Volume Up + Down, then long hold Volume Up, I cannot remember exactly, but I think after that it was once pressing Volume Down to have proper odin download mode to use patched image.
Select patched magisk image patched from/by boot/recovery.img.lz4 archive.
I've UK A326B
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The SM-A326U does not have the OEM Unlock option in Developer Settings to unlock the bootloader, so unfortunately we are unable to use the method linked.
tavella said:
The SM-A326U does not have the OEM Unlock option in Developer Settings to unlock the bootloader, so unfortunately we are unable to use the method linked.
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I had an option, starting with tapping on build name to enable dev tools, enabling it then Vol Up + Vol Down.
Please feel free to verify images taken after root been aquired. (magisk image was patched on unrooted os at the time)
The OEM unlock itself in dev options is not doing complete OEM unlock, until contected to PC while Volume Up + Volume Down is presse
d, then loader gives option to do proper OEM unlock.
You're welcome.

Question TMobile OP9 bootloader unlock process stuck

Hello,
I am trying to convert Tmobile OP9 to Global version and I am stuck at a basic step of getting the oem unlock code when trying to unlock the bootloader.
Details:
1. got my network unlocked from mobbdeep couple of weeks back.
2. Under Settings > "Network Unlock" status shows as unlocked
3. Installed the latest SDK as I am following the guide here to get the bootloader unlocked. When I boot in fastmode and run the oem command it stays at "waiting for device" and returns nothing.
Code:
fastboot oem get_unlock_code
When I run this, device list shows empty
Code:
adb devices
- Enabled USB debugging and stay awake options is checked from what I read on few posts
- When I restart the phone normally and then run "adb devices" it shows my phone listed
- Working on windows machine
What am I doing wrong here ?
TIA !!
PS: attached image shows the device state as Locked
If your phone is SIM unlocked, follow the instructions to convert from T-Mo to global.
Then you'll have the normal OEM unlock in dev options. Then you can just do the fastboot oem unlock and call it good.
Much easier and you don't have to deal with the token. It worked well for me.
I have the global version, not TMobile, so this might not apply
But I had a similar issue with fastboot not recognizing my device, the solution is disabling driver signing in windows and manually updating the driver in device manager
Check the "root OnePlus9" thread.. on page 8 at the bottom there's a guide on how to do it
Superguy said:
If your phone is SIM unlocked, follow the instructions to convert from T-Mo to global.
Then you'll have the normal OEM unlock in dev options. Then you can just do the fastboot oem unlock and call it good.
Much easier and you don't have to deal with the token. It worked well for me.
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Thanks for your response.
I tried that earlier assuming the same but it asked me to first flash the unlock token for which I am following the steps
I was however able to get the device listed after manually uninstalling/installing adb drivers
avid_droid said:
Check in device manager. If you have the yellow triangle on your phone in device manager just download android composite driver and update it through device manager/browse computer/ select unzipped folder and click OK.
Might be the issue
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That was indeed the issue. I manually uninstalled and installed the drivers which helped and I can now see the device listed and also got the oem unlock code successfully.
I have submitted the form with Tmobile for the unlock token, hopefully that should do it.
Thanks !
This thread was helpful as well. Thanks !
cass89 said:
I have the global version, not TMobile, so this might not apply
But I had a similar issue with fastboot not recognizing my device, the solution is disabling driver signing in windows and manually updating the driver in device manager
Check the "root OnePlus9" thread.. on page 8 at the bottom there's a guide on how to do it
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This thread was helpful as well. Thanks !
avid_droid said:
If going for root and conversion,don't forget to use partitions manager to back up persist.img and modemst1,modemst2.
Can't stress that enough. This is my second oneplus device messed up in a 3 week time period
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I will definitely.
I remember doing the same process for OP6T. Some users had mentioned about the issues surfacing and that helped o go back to stock
That reminds, like 6T are there any known issues post converting ?
I remember play services weren't functioning fine as well as there was no google pay. My corporate apps also didnt install due to missing security certificates.
Same applies for OP9 as well ?
FRNK8 said:
I will definitely.
I remember doing the same process for OP6T. Some users had mentioned about the issues surfacing and that helped o go back to stock
That reminds, like 6T are there any known issues post converting ?
I remember play services weren't functioning fine as well as there was no google pay. My corporate apps also didnt install due to missing security certificates.
Same applies for OP9 as well ?
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You might want to backup your modem partition just in case you want to try the T-Mobile modem. I've heard reports the the AA modem works great, and also that the AA modem sucks, so YMMV
craznazn said:
You might want to backup your modem partition just in case you want to try the T-Mobile modem. I've heard reports the the AA modem works great, and also that the AA modem sucks, so YMMV
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Hey thanks for the heads up. I will
Would infact first go through the conversion steps to go back to Tmo just incase things go south.
avid_droid said:
If going for root and conversion,don't forget to use partitions manager to back up persist.img and modemst1,modemst2.
Can't stress that enough. This is my second oneplus device messed up in a 3 week time period
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craznazn said:
You might want to backup your modem partition just in case you want to try the T-Mobile modem. I've heard reports the the AA modem works great, and also that the AA modem sucks, so YMMV
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Following the guide here, I just performed the bootloader unlock successfully. Per your suggestion, I want to backup the modem files before I proceed any further.
I cant seem to recollect how do I backup the modem files when I did the same conversion for OP6T. Can you please guide me here before I proceed with the next steps.
I tried installing the partitions backup but it wont allow me without root. I vaguely remember that I hadn't rooted my device the last time while backing up these files or is root needed ?
TIA !
You need to root. Rooting is fine and won't affect your modem. While you are there, back up persist, modemst1, modemst2, modem_a, and modem_b. _a and _b should be different versions and you can pick and choose which one you might want to use (or stick with AA)
craznazn said:
You need to root. Rooting is fine and won't affect your modem. While you are there, back up persist, modemst1, modemst2, modem_a, and modem_b. _a and _b should be different versions and you can pick and choose which one you might want to use (or stick with AA)
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Can you help me with the steps to root ? Just want to be careful while doing so.
I saw some posts but that was related to the Tmobile OP9Pro(in my case its its Tmo Op9). The boot images were different so I didnt try to play around.
Thanks !
Just try to fastboot boot a magisk patched img and see if it works.
Try https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/root-oneplus-9.4253651/
Don't flash anything, just go to fastboot
Code:
fastboot boot patched_boot.img
craznazn said:
Just try to fastboot boot a magisk patched img and see if it works.
Try https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/root-oneplus-9.4253651/
Don't flash anything, just go to fastboot
Code:
fastboot boot patched_boot.img
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Okay did this step.
Downloaded an copied stock image and the boot_patched image provided on the link and copied to my phones internal storage
Also as next step said, rebooted the phone
- went to Magisk app > install > selected boot_patched.img from internal storage
- phone restarted
- When I open the partitions backup app it still shows "device is not rooted" warning
What step did I miss ?
FRNK8 said:
That was indeed the issue. I manually uninstalled and installed the drivers which helped and I can now see the device listed and also got the oem unlock code successfully.
I have submitted the form with Tmobile for the unlock token, hopefully that should do it.
Thanks !
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do you have a link for the driver I'm having the same problem

Bootloader unlock GALAXY A13 5G

Greetings,
I'm really frustrated trying different methods online to show the hidden "OEM unlock" in developers menu, but without avail. Anyone can help to root this mobile?
VERSION:
AP: A136WVLU1AUK9
CP: A136WVLU1AUK9
CSC: A136WOYV1AUK9
MODEL: SM-A136W
Android Version: 11
Regards,
Hope this helps
droidkill3r said:
Hope this helps
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Thank you for sharing, I’ll give it a try
To root a phone's Android unlocking its bootloader is NOT required.
You simply have to add SU binary to Android's filesystem and make this binary executable.
I want to oem unlock bootloader for trwp and roms but I can't find oem unlock in dev settings and tried the video above and a couple of other things I found
You need the Samsung flash tool and the version of android for the phone and su +twep+magisk is optional good luck
Ps. Allways back up everything!
lashark06 said:
You need the Samsung flash tool and the version of android for the phone and su +twep+magisk is optional good luck
Ps. Allways back up everything!
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And I'm fixing the Samsung flash tool is PC only correct? My **** got stolen like a few weeks ago so I'm trying to figure out how to do this **** without a computer and it's a pain in the ass pretty much impossible.
I am having this issue and can't find a resolution for it anywhere.
Boost Galaxy a13 5g android 12:
No OEM unlock switch available...
The trick changing the date doesn't work at all...
I am not trying to flash custom ROM, just to tweak the system kernal settings.
I seen someone mentioned to root w/o the OEM unlocking switch available, all that is needed is to flash the SU binary with Odin.. I haven't tried this yet but I am almost positive Odin for windows doesn't even read the Samsung devices without the bootloader being unlocked.
Anyone care to chime in here? i'd be very appreciative!
Mainly WTF is the OEM unlock switch not available on my device. I actually have 2 of the same devices and both are without the switch.
Also would flashing SU work and do the trick?
Any other useful information you could send my way would be really helpful too.
Maybe who's find how to unlock bootloader on this device after July update?
When u chage time back to 3 years OEM Unlock is comeback
nagante0 said:
When u chage time back to 3 years OEM Unlock is comeback
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Tell how to do this
I just got the galaxy a13 and have tried to unlock the bootloader without success. Has anyone figured this out or am I looking in the correct forum?
nagante0 said:
When u chage time back to 3 years OEM Unlock is comeback
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Tried this multiple tines without success. Can you explain ?
hello guys. i have an mkopa samsung galaxy a13, -current binary Samsung official -KG state Active (01) -OEM lock On(L) -Eng mode Factory bin allowed (DASEUL) -Eng mode Atcmd allowed(DASEUL).............is it possible to flash its software....?????????? bootloader also locked
xXx yYy said:
To root a phone's Android unlocking its bootloader is NOT required.
You simply have to add SU binary to Android's filesystem and make this binary executable.
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how do i achieve this
DerekLindvall said:
I am having this issue and can't find a resolution for it anywhere.
Boost Galaxy a13 5g android 12:
No OEM unlock switch available...
The trick changing the date doesn't work at all...
I am not trying to flash custom ROM, just to tweak the system kernal settings.
I seen someone mentioned to root w/o the OEM unlocking switch available, all that is needed is to flash the SU binary with Odin.. I haven't tried this yet but I am almost positive Odin for windows doesn't even read the Samsung devices without the bootloader being unlocked.
Anyone care to chime in here? i'd be very appreciative!
Mainly WTF is the OEM unlock switch not available on my device. I actually have 2 of the same devices and both are without the switch.
Also would flashing SU work and do the trick?
Any other useful information you could send my way would be really helpful Odin is sams factory setup utility
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Odin is sam's factory utility for setup and repair. It will flash any sams device with it's OEM firmwear AFASIK
DerekLindvall said:
I am having this issue and can't find a resolution for it anywhere.
Boost Galaxy a13 5g android 12:
No OEM unlock switch available...
The trick changing the date doesn't work at all...
I am not trying to flash custom ROM, just to tweak the system kernal settings.
I seen someone mentioned to root w/o the OEM unlocking switch available, all that is needed is to flash the SU binary with Odin.. I haven't tried this yet but I am almost positive Odin for windows doesn't even read the Samsung devices without the bootloader being unlocked.
Anyone care to chime in here? i'd be very appreciative!
Mainly WTF is the OEM unlock switch not available on my device. I actually have 2 of the same devices and both are without the switch.
Also would flashing SU work and do the trick?
Any other useful information you could send my way would be really helpful too.
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United States versions of samsung phones never have the oem unlock option. even if it is unlocked.
TheWorldYT said:
United States versions of samsung phones never have the oem unlock option. even if it is unlocked.
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only models outside the united states have the oem unlock option.
TheWorldYT said:
only models outside the united states have the oem unlock option.
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Is there any way to root the A136U 5g without unlocking the bootloader. I'm currently running on Android 13.. I want to delete or debloat the ATT & Samsung app installed at that takes up 8G of storage

Question I have a samsung galaxy A13 can anyone tell me how to begin rooting after developer mode is unlocked and USB debugging in activated never used debug?

I just wanna learn how to begin the rooting don't know what driver how to get a sdk what app nothing?
I'm looking at the A13 as well since the GS5 is now blocked by AT&T.
I just spoke to Samsung, and they told me the A13 G5 unlocked version purchased directly from them comes with an unlocked bootloader.
I think I just wet myself.
MaddogK said:
I just spoke to Samsung, and they told me the A13 G5 unlocked version purchased directly from them comes with an unlocked bootloader.
I think I just wet myself.
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What about flashable firmware?
Rularick5 said:
What about flashable firmware?
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I don't think there's any yet, it's only been on the market for a few months. Aside from it's size it's pretty nice, I've had it 2 weeks and love the battery life.
MaddogK said:
I just spoke to Samsung, and they told me the A13 G5 unlocked version purchased directly from them comes with an unlocked bootloader.
I think I just wet myself.
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This one dosnt
Samfirm should have the version of android you need for you're phone you need the Samsung flash tool su+twrp+magisk is optional good luck! Ps.always back up everything
I will be working on mine purchased from Metro PCS. Its OEM bootloader is locked at the moment. I will be using Magisk and flashing a TWRP. Utilizing an ADB wireless USB connection from PC. I will keep you posted if someone else doesnt beat me too it. Either way this thread is going so im sure together we can knock this out. Im going to do my LG Stylo 4 firsy. Its OEM came unlocked from Metro PCS...so i scored. Just havent had time. I just did my ZTE ZMax Pro Z981 from Metro PCS...it also was unlocked OEM. They will all need a PC usb connection and Magisck. You can find them in threads here. Good luck. Will post again when i get time. Hope this helps a little. Here you might not get an answer you want...but if you dig youll find what youre looking for...just got learn by doing...like they said...always backup... everything...first...dont forget to remove sd before you factory reset or you will wipe it. And your phone. If youre not sure...dont change things you dont know...you will brick your phone. Follow directions you find in threads...and you will be fine. I learned how to be a great chef from other chefs who told me the ingredients but never amounts of ingredients. Thats how you become a great chef and also become great developer...good luck guys. Im learning too. Share what you learn. FYI...the one click....dont bother...IJS...PC you will need for this....
GeekNout23 said:
I will be working on mine purchased from Metro PCS. Its OEM bootloader is locked at the moment. I will be using Magisk and flashing a TWRP.
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How do you plan on flashing those if the bootloader is locked.....?
Sorry to break it to you, but it's a Samsung thing. It doesn't matter if it's a device from a carrier or carrier-free directly from Samsung, if you buy a U.S. Samsung phone you will not unlock bootloader freely.
ShaDisNX255 said:
Sorry to break it to you, but it's a Samsung thing. It doesn't matter if it's a device from a carrier or carrier-free directly from Samsung, if you buy a U.S. Samsung phone you will not unlock bootloader freely.
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Correct
first you need oem unlock on that takes pluging in phone holding volume+/- (both) and power till it shutdown and restarts with the unlock option in recovery
Just bought this but the 5G version
Hi, I just rooted my Samsung Galaxy A13. Here's a quick tutorial of what worked for me:
Prerequisites:
Install Heimdall onto your computer. I used Manjaro Linux as my OS, and haven't tested anything else. Install any drivers if necessary.
Install Magisk onto your phone. I recommend using the F-Droid store/app, or Magisk's GitHub page.
Steps
Install any updates for your phone.
Unlock Bootloader
First of all you need to unlock the bootloader:
Enable Developer Mode by navigating: Settings > About Phone > Software information.
Tap Build number about 7 or 8 times until it says You're now a developer.
Allowing the bootloader to be unlocked:
Settings > Developer Options > Enable OEM unlocking.
Allow it to be enabled if prompted.
Turn off your device.
Turn on Download Mode by holding down Volume Up and Volume Down.
When you see a blue screen, hold Volume Up until it shows Unlock Bootloader screen.
Press Volume Up to confirm.
Flashing firmware
https://samfw.com/ is a good resource for downloading firmware. Be careful that you're downloading the correct firmware though. You can find information by navigating on your phone:
Settings > About Phone, and Settings > About Phone > Software information. If you call *#1234# it will show you the current firmware.
Extract the archive.
Extract the file staring with AP.
Extract the file boot.img.IZ4.
Move boot.img onto your phone.
Open Magisk. Click install. Locate and patch the file. Move the file back onto your computers.
Extract the file starting with CSC. Locate the pit file.
Open Heimdall.
Choose the pit file and the patched boot image.
Put your phone in Download Mode and connect via USB.
Flash your phone.
If it worked successfully, your phone will reboot. It will probably throw an error before starting. Choose to do a factory reset. This will delete all the user data, but the patched boot file will stay in place.
Download Magisk again. Follow the prompts.
To test if you have super user access, install Termux from the F-Droid store. type su into the terminal. You will get a pop up asking if you want to give super user permissions.
Congratulations! You're now the UNIX sysadmin of your own phone!
hello Everyone, a friend of mine from America bought an A13 5G, now we are in Europe and the phone is blocked.
exactly inserting a European sim says:
Phone locked. Please contact our customer service center to unlock your phone.
i tried to unlocked bootloader, but unfortunately i don't have OEM unlock present, no way i get it out!
there is a complicated procedure with Flashing a Combination Firmware, but it looks difficult!!! I haven't done it yet.
but would it be possible to only unlock the phone to use European sims?
many thanks
K
krellz said:
hello Everyone, a friend of mine from America bought an A13 5G, now we are in Europe and the phone is blocked.
exactly inserting a European sim says:
Phone locked. Please contact our customer service center to unlock your phone.
i tried to unlocked bootloader, but unfortunately i don't have OEM unlock present, no way i get it out!
there is a complicated procedure with Flashing a Combination Firmware, but it looks difficult!!! I haven't done it yet.
but would it be possible to only unlock the phone to use European sims?
many thanks
K
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Unlocking the bootloader would not do anything for you in regards to network unlocking. Those are 2 totally separate and distinct procedures.
What's the Baseband Version on the device? You can find that under Settings-->About-->Software Information (and don't do any software updates to the device if it prompts you to)
Hello, the first thing would be to unlock the bootloader which is very easy in Samsung terminals, In all Samsung is the same, you can see the following video that I recommend. No PC needed, The video is in Spanish but it is only to follow the same steps:
The second thing would be to get root, the easiest would be with Magisk, I recommend you watch this video since it is not necessary to format the cell phone, the video is also in Spanish, but you still follow the same steps. In this case, a PC is necessary:
Soon I will make a post myself, teaching you how to root without losing data, the same way as in the video, in case you didn't understand the video.
There is no boot.img.IZ4 im my ap file
ok i found the boot.img I extracted the ap file with winrar before. some how it does not see the .img files but untarring on linux worked. i managed to re flash the ap fille with odin and i saw lot of .img files being flashed and the extracted foldersize by winrar was way smaler than the archive. so that made me look at the ap file and i got the boot.img patched by magisk and made an lz4 file out of it how do i get that boot.img.lz4 back in the archive?
also whats wrong with fast boot?
"fastboot devices" lists my device when its connected but like many here post it does not work with other commands it failes like thIs :
fastboot flash bootloader b.img
Sending 'bootloader' (32768 KB) FAILED (remote: 'unknown command')
fastboot: error: Command failed
Tried other examples too but nothing works tried the fastboot included in android studio and one of the minimal adb/fastboot. the boot loader is unlocked (Not using fastboot) and odin works fine. my phone is in the "entertering fastboor mode" state .its a samsung galaxy a13 g5 and i flashed this firmware using odin
AP_A136BXXS2BWA1_A136BXXS2BWA1_MQB61124574_REV00_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT_meta_OS13 now its stock again with no accounts.
fastboot reboot does work so some is right.
fastboot reboot
Rebooting OKAY [ 0.001s]
Finished. Total time: 0.005s
i hope some one can point me in the right direction.
thx
Hans de Groot said:
i hope some one can point me in the right direction.
thx
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Fastboot isn't functional on Samsung devices. Samsung replaces it with Download mode. Therefore, all flashing is done via Download mode using Odin, not via fastboot mode using command terminal

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