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Hey all, firstly, sorry this is a rushed post but I'm hoping I can get some advice and pointed in the right direction. I'll start by saying I'm fairly experienced in tech and with Android.
So, a family member was having problem with her new android phone (Samsung J ... 6, 5 or something, I can find out) so I said I'd just do a factory reset - there was nothing on there she was worried about losing).
Long story short, this new security feature (if stolen) where you can't just factory reset has completely screwed me over. They are not tech orientated and can not remember the original google login they made, and barely half of the security questions to remember the original google account. I just want to cry. What was a basic factory reset has turned out to looking like I've 'bricked' their phone. I obviously haven't but it doesn't look good. I've read there's an APK to skip this google sign in step, and I feel competent to do it, but I feel like things can only get worse by this point. There is still hope to reset the google account, but what is your experience using this skip sign in APK. It sounds too easy, for would be thieves, and I don't trust it much. I'm thinking this has gone far enough, I should just tell her to take it back to the provider (EE UK) She's only had it a month. Any idea if they can do this in store or it'll be sent off. Any other words of advice with this skip sign in APK; pulling hair out, thanks
EDIT: Am I right in thinking I can't contact google any further to get the original account back?
whatsoup said:
Hey all, firstly, sorry this is a rushed post but I'm hoping I can get some advice and pointed in the right direction. I'll start by saying I'm fairly experienced in tech and with Android.
So, a family member was having problem with her new android phone (Samsung J ... 6, 5 or something, I can find out) so I said I'd just do a factory reset - there was nothing on there she was worried about losing).
Long story short, this new security feature (if stolen) where you can't just factory reset has completely screwed me over. They are not tech orientated and can not remember the original google login they made, and barely half of the security questions to remember the original google account. I just want to cry. What was a basic factory reset has turned out to looking like I've 'bricked' their phone. I obviously haven't but it doesn't look good. I've read there's an APK to skip this google sign in step, and I feel competent to do it, but I feel like things can only get worse by this point. There is still hope to reset the google account, but what is your experience using this skip sign in APK. It sounds too easy, for would be thieves, and I don't trust it much. I'm thinking this has gone far enough, I should just tell her to take it back to the provider (EE UK) She's only had it a month. Any idea if they can do this in store or it'll be sent off. Any other words of advice with this skip sign in APK; pulling hair out, thanks
EDIT: Am I right in thinking I can't contact google any further to get the original account back?
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Greetings!
Thank you for using XDA Assist.
Having the correct phone model would be helpful here because there are different methods available for fixing this issue. Google will be of no help whatsoever. You can try to bring the device to an authorized Samsung repair center, if available. Also I do recommend bringing it back to the original place of purchase.
Good luck!
Thanks for your reply and sorry for mine being so slow. I guess I'm on my own with this one, but if you can point me to the most favoured guide for a Samsung J36 (I think that is J3 (6) I would appreciate it.
The APK method seems seems easy enough but I'm really worried it has been patched out, seeing as it's a relatively new phone. The last thing I want to do is make it worse. Could you advise how safe the APK method is? usual disclaimers aside
I went into EE today and they weren't much help; they said there's not much they can do, which I don't believe, if we can prove the phone is from them, only a month ago. Thanks for your help. Stress :S
whatsoup said:
Thanks for your reply and sorry for mine being so slow. I guess I'm on my own with this one, but if you can point me to the most favoured guide for a Samsung J36 (I think that is J3 (6) I would appreciate it.
The APK method seems seems easy enough but I'm really worried it has been patched out, seeing as it's a relatively new phone. The last thing I want to do is make it worse. Could you advise how safe the APK method is? usual disclaimers aside
I went into EE today and they weren't much help; they said there's not much they can do, which I don't believe, if we can prove the phone is from them, only a month ago. Thanks for your help. Stress :S
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I haven't seen one for the J3 specifically, as there isn't a specific forum for that model on XDA. May I recommend doing a search to see what turns up. I know that official Samsung repair centers can fix this problem.
Will do, thanks. I wanted to avoid paying for a fix but if it keeps things safe, so be it. I'd have to travel so hopefully they'd do it on the spot. ty
Hi guys,
I'm a new user, I have a problem to which, when talking to a friend, he recommended me to register here and ask about my issue, as there seems to be plenty Android Experts that may be able to provide me a straight answer or give me hope.
My dad just passed away, I still can't believe it happened, given the fact that he wasn't too old... but going back on topic, his phone is a Redmi Note 4 that I ordered him around two years ago, he lived abroad and was a regular user, he never messed up with settings or anything, just stock MIUI with the updates that were sent as far as he mentioned me last time we could speak about his phone. What I would like to know is if it would be possible to recover his phone data, what me and my sisters care for the most are his pictures, we want to recover them and save them in a place where we have access to.
However, while searching on many websites, there are many Android Data Recovery software but they always request me to enable the USB debugging, but it is impossible for me, as the phone has a Pattern/Fingerprint lock.
Also, found several software that claim to remove your screen lock without deleting the device contents but when I'm going to the unlock step, there is a prompt that I have to confirm to delete all the information. And I've downloaded more than five software for each, the last one I downloaded is called Dr. Fone from Wondershare; I sent an email to them asking if I have to purchase the product to get that feature but I have not received any reply yet.
Basically, the phone is locked without USB Debugging, and I cannot access the files in the phone which is all we want.
Does anyone knows of a way to unlock it?
I'd even pay if it is necessary, I just haven't purchased the software mentioned above because I can't find if they are real or are just scam, there isn't like much information about them. Or has anyone purchased or successfully used any of those softwares?
The model is a Redmi Note 4 I believe it was the Global Version, with MIUI 8.1, but I'm not sure.
I'm getting a bit frustrated, maybe my dad doesn't want us to unlock his phone and that is why I cannot find a way, but I would like to know if it is possible.
I really appreciate your time, I'm sorry for the long text, if there is anything that maybe I'm missing, please let me know.
Thanks in advance
Javier
Thjavo said:
Hi guys,
I'm a new user, I have a problem to which, when talking to a friend, he recommended me to register here and ask about my issue, as there seems to be plenty Android Experts that may be able to provide me a straight answer or give me hope.
My dad just passed away, I still can't believe it happened, given the fact that he wasn't too old... but going back on topic, his phone is a Redmi Note 4 that I ordered him around two years ago, he lived abroad and was a regular user, he never messed up with settings or anything, just stock MIUI with the updates that were sent as far as he mentioned me last time we could speak about his phone. What I would like to know is if it would be possible to recover his phone data, what me and my sisters care for the most are his pictures, we want to recover them and save them in a place where we have access to.
However, while searching on many websites, there are many Android Data Recovery software but they always request me to enable the USB debugging, but it is impossible for me, as the phone has a Pattern/Fingerprint lock.
Also, found several software that claim to remove your screen lock without deleting the device contents but when I'm going to the unlock step, there is a prompt that I have to confirm to delete all the information. And I've downloaded more than five software for each, the last one I downloaded is called Dr. Fone from Wondershare; I sent an email to them asking if I have to purchase the product to get that feature but I have not received any reply yet.
Basically, the phone is locked without USB Debugging, and I cannot access the files in the phone which is all we want.
Does anyone knows of a way to unlock it?
I'd even pay if it is necessary, I just haven't purchased the software mentioned above because I can't find if they are real or are just scam, there isn't like much information about them. Or has anyone purchased or successfully used any of those softwares?
The model is a Redmi Note 4 I believe it was the Global Version, with MIUI 8.1, but I'm not sure.
I'm getting a bit frustrated, maybe my dad doesn't want us to unlock his phone and that is why I cannot find a way, but I would like to know if it is possible.
I really appreciate your time, I'm sorry for the long text, if there is anything that maybe I'm missing, please let me know.
Thanks in advance
Javier
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I understand your situation, I lost my father a few years ago. It is possible to recover the data from your dad's phone, but, unfortunately, it is against the forum rules here to help with cracking a phone to retrieve data that does not belong to you. The reason why it is against the rules, even in your unfortunate situation, is because anything we tell you could be seen and used by other people to break into devices that do not belong to them.
Another factor is, we don't know if what you tell us is actually true or not. That does not mean that you are deceiving us, it just means we have no way of knowing and we can't just take your word for it.
These reasons make it unacceptable for anyone in this forum to help you. It's all about security and maintaining security, regardless of the situation, and it is somewhat a legal issue. Helping crack the device could be a liability against XDA or the members helping you. A member or user can choose to compromise their own security but we can't help with devices that are not theirs.
It is best if you didn't ask this question here and it is pointless for you to try making another thread about this issue with different wording because all of your threads and posts can be viewed from your user profile page. It is also pointless to try making another username to post this issue again with different wording because the moderators and Admin can see that it is still you with a different name.
I know it sucks, but anyone that helps you will be violating the forum rules. I'm not saying that you can't get this done, I'm just saying no one HERE can legitimately help you. I would try linking you to other places that can help you, but even that might be pushing the rules a bit.
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each device has a google account (and maybe a xiaomi account). you can check from PC if there is the google password saved in browser. if not, each google account has a fallback email address where you may be able to request a (google) password reset. from google you can lock the phone with temporary password, then unlock the screen with temporary password. if you recently changed the google password before, you need to wait at least 72 hours with internet connection. besides this you can check photos.google.com or drive.google.com for any backups.
without knowing the google account, you still can try to bruteforce the pattern with Teensy or Hak5 USB Rubber Ducky microcontroller connected via USB OTG adapter. if the phone does not support USB OTG there are more expensive solutions like XPIN Clip (this is just a common hint, the important part is the code for microcontroller which i don't share here). also there might be a chance to flash TWRP custom recovery in EDL Mode without unlocking the bootloader or factory reset via exploit, and TWRP might be able to decrypt userdata partition with default_password
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My sister ran away yesterday evening and she has no phone on her to track, but she left what appears to be a Samsung j3 behind that she used before she left. This could be what saves her life, I very much need XDAs help here. I have rooted and messed with phones and Odin around 5 years ago so I am very rusty with this stuff. Could someone please guide me on recovering her phones data and/or bypassing the lockscreen?
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My sister ran away yesterday evening and she has no phone on her to track, but she left what appears to be a Samsung j3 behind that she used before she left. This could be what saves her life, I very much need XDAs help here. I have rooted and messed with phones and Odin around 5 years ago so I am very rusty with this stuff. Could someone please guide me on recovering her phones data and/or bypassing the lockscreen?
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Specific model? A while ago on some models you could flash twrp and work to avoid it.
As for bypassing the lock screen, I would suggest not trying to unlock it, some people use the settings so that after enough wrong attempts to unlock the phone, it factory resets.
If the data inside the phone is a priority, take it to a specialist or the relevant authorities ASAP.
I do not suggest trying twrp as in this case, damaging the phone could bring serious
consequences
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Specific model? A while ago on some models you could flash twrp and work to avoid it.
As for bypassing the lock screen, I would suggest not trying to unlock it, some people use the settings so that after enough wrong attempts to unlock the phone, it factory resets.
If the data inside the phone is a priority, take it to a specialist or the relevant authorities ASAP.
I do not suggest trying twrp as in this case, damaging the phone could bring serious
consequences
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I would agree to hand it to the authorities, but the cops already existing 24 hour missing person rule has already killed so many children. I sincerely doubt the phone would find the right hands to access the data within a week, the professionals are right here on the internet across the world.
How do I find out the specific model? Would that be in a safe boot screen? For extra info, it has a removable rear cover and battery.
But what you are saying is there is no way to bypass the lock screen even with twrp?
Based on info I gathered from her search history on her school laptop, she could be on a greyhound. I've already told the authorities but they are quite slow at their job. Time is of the essence with this. Thank you for replying
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I would agree to hand it to the authorities, but the cops already existing 24 hour missing person rule has already killed so many children. I sincerely doubt the phone would find the right hands to access the data within a week, the professionals are right here on the internet across the world.
How do I find out the specific model? Would that be in a safe boot screen? For extra info, it has a removable rear cover and battery.
But what you are saying is there is no way to bypass the lock screen even with twrp?
Based on info I gathered from her search history on her school laptop, she could be on a greyhound. I've already told the authorities but they are quite slow at their job. Time is of the essence with this. Thank you for replying
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Turn the phone off , take the battery out , it should have something written on it like
smj30km
In some older models and versions you could use twrp to explore the contents of the phone , and even edit the system files to remove the lock , you cannot remove the google account this way mind you .
However given the stakes I again suggest against it as if something goes wrong , the phone will be wiped.
If you wish to do so anyway I will leave the links to the posts , but I will not be able to help if something goes wrong.
ThatLatinGuy said:
Turn the phone off , take the battery out , it should have something written on it like
smj30km
In some older models and versions you could use twrp to explore the contents of the phone , and even edit the system files to remove the lock , you cannot remove the google account this way mind you .
However given the stakes I again suggest against it as if something goes wrong , the phone will be wiped.
If you wish to do so anyway I will leave the links to the posts , but I will not be able to help if something goes wrong.
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I forgot all the issues surrounding the google account. That pretty much leaves me with no options, I will have to just give it up to the authorities. Thank you for the good advice. Would it be appropriate to simply take this post down
I truly hope you cand find her , sorry if I came across as rude or not willing to help , but the fact that as you said , the phone is the only thing that may help you makes it difficult to recommend a twrp flash or even rooting the phone as this may damage it .
Wish you the best
ThatLatinGuy said:
Turn the phone off , take the battery out , it should have something written on it like
smj30km
In some older models and versions you could use twrp to explore the contents of the phone , and even edit the system files to remove the lock , you cannot remove the google account this way mind you .
However given the stakes I again suggest against it as if something goes wrong , the phone will be wiped.
If you wish to do so anyway I will leave the links to the posts , but I will not be able to help if something goes wrong.
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I forgot all the issues surrounding the google account. That pretty much leaves me with no options, I will have to just give it up to the authorities. Thank you for the good advice. Would it be appropriate to simply take this post down
I've recently (thankfully without too much of a cost) bought a used Huawei Honor 8S phone.
I didn't get any details about the phone's previous owner (yes, I know that sounds dodgy AF) and have obviously come up against pin code verification issues, meaning i've got myself a very light-weight brick and being a 6 digit number, this would take a couple of lifetimes to crack
I have tried contacting Huawei (i'd make a terrible criminal), asking them if they could contact the original owner, so I could swap details but without any luck.
Of course, I can understand their position on this but I really don't think the phone was stolen and I certainly wouldn't have contacted them via my real email had I thought this was the case.
Anyway, I would of course like to get the phone going again. Is there any legitimate way of doing this or am I wasting my time?
My current phone (HTC One M9) hasn't allowed me to access the google play store for a couple of years now, neither will it connect to the internet via giffgaff, although it works fine from my home router.
Anyway, I thought the Huawei would be a fine replacement that wasn't too crap to be worth bothering with.
I'm not particularly technical but any help would be greatly appreciated.
Watch this video
jwoegerbauer said:
Watch this video
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Thanks for replying but i've never found any of these vids that good. Have you watched it yourself and tried following along?
You'll be lost within the first few minutes.
What I really need is a comprehensive guide that allows me to ask questions when I come to stumbling blocks....which is inevitable.
Does anyone have such a link?
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Does anyone have such a link?
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Can anyone help me? Preferably in dumb layman's language so I can understand.
I have a question, New account But I used to use these forums as a Main Research point for rooting my ATT devices over the years.
My BIL passed of Covid Complications on 9/27. My Sister came to me earlier today freaking out because she thought she knew his PW/Pattern. She is 2 attempts from bricking the phone. If I root this will I be able to recover his photos from the memory? In my initial inspection it would appear there is no SDcard port and he has it set to charge only as default when plugged into a computer. he was super paranoid about someone getting into his phone and passed so suddenly it took us all by surprise, on the mend Friday morning, Gone Friday night.
Any help would be appreciated, he was an avid amateur photographer, often stopping on cross country routes to snap pics of miltary aircraft or vintage planes when he saw them, and lots of pics of my sister and their kids. All we want is to recover them and Verizon has flat out refused to help in anyway.
Model # is SM-G998U
Rooting would require you to unlock the bootloader, which that itself would require you to get inside the phone. That's not an option I guess. The only way I can think of is try to access his Samsung account and try to unlock the phone via https://findmymobile.samsung.com/
The internal memory is encrypted by default on Android 11.
If you lose access to the phone the data will not be recoverable... so tread lightly.
As ShaDisNX255 suggested or through their Google account maybe.
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I have a question, New account But I used to use these forums as a Main Research point for rooting my ATT devices over the years.
My BIL passed of Covid Complications on 9/27. My Sister came to me earlier today freaking out because she thought she knew his PW/Pattern. She is 2 attempts from bricking the phone. If I root this will I be able to recover his photos from the memory? In my initial inspection it would appear there is no SDcard port and he has it set to charge only as default when plugged into a computer. he was super paranoid about someone getting into his phone and passed so suddenly it took us all by surprise, on the mend Friday morning, Gone Friday night.
Any help would be appreciated, he was an avid amateur photographer, often stopping on cross country routes to snap pics of miltary aircraft or vintage planes when he saw them, and lots of pics of my sister and their kids. All we want is to recover them and Verizon has flat out refused to help i
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I guess my first post was a blank post... I'm sorry for your loss, far too many people are familiar with that sort of a circumstance for my liking these days... A challenging situation and one that developed pretty quickly it sounds like, you have my condolences...
Now has this been handled yet? Cuz I have a pretty good idea of how to do it this is the SM -g998u from VZW originally. So this is the Samsung S21 us model with the qualcomm snapdragon chipset... I have a lot of experience with this device, et me know if this has been done or if you're still in real need to get this device handled cuz I can help you here I think... Let me know if you still need help here and I will set up a device exactly like it is configured and get through the various locks to extract the photos in question. I know how I'd do it. Let's see if it's needed and we'll go from there...
Best L4Xs
I have a question and that is when samsung is updating its all the features in the list.
Don't try to root it withi Android 12