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Well, it looks like it is definitely gonna be locked up on us, anybody gonna pass on it? http://www.gottabemobile.com/2011/05/24/htc-evo-3d-confirmed-to-have-locked-bootloader/
Yeah, you bet. And you're not the only one. The more people sign the petition (and email the reps, complain on the facebook page, etc) the better. It takes seconds to sign, and they promise real action:
http://www.groubal.com/htc-bootloaders-and-nand/
Facebook update..
"There has been overwhelmingly customer feedback that people want access to open bootloaders on HTC phones. I want you to know that we've listened. Today, I'm confirming we will no longer be locking the bootloaders on our devices. Thanks for your passion, support and patience," Peter Chou, CEO of HTC
I have the epic 4g but as soon as I read this I postd the link too there facebookpage in the epic forum and askd ppl too sign the protest. Wow it worked great. I just might buy this device now. I like the 4.3 inch screen.
We did it BIATCHES. No more locked boot loaders! Our phones are Free!
heathmcabee said:
We did it BIATCHES. No more locked boot loaders! Our phones are Free!
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Hello i am a big HTC fan and followed this thread a few months.
As the Evo 3d is released about a week ago i came across many little problems in the Evo 3d section.
My thoughts are: the Evo 3d suposed to be a flagship but when i read all the problems i think it is a not finished device and it feels like something missing.
Can we collect here all problems here to let HTC see what phone they deliver?
SORRY SOMEONE HAS THE SAME QUESTION
PLEASE ADMIN REMOVE MY THREAD
Straight from HTC's Facebook page we have a general time line now looks like August September
How do you guys feel about it ?
HTC
Devs, we’re making lots of progress on unlocking bootloaders: Today we can confirm the HTC Sensation and HTC EVO 3D will be supported! See out note for more info:
Update on Bootloaders
Thanks so much for providing feedback, we hear your concerns. Your satisfaction is a top priority for us and we're working hard to ensure you have great experiences with our phones. We're reviewing the issue and our policy around bootloaders and will provide more information soon. Thank you for your interest, support and willingness to share your feedback. **UPDATE** We’ve listened. Check out the statement from our CEO, Peter Chou on HTC bootloaders. Click the link for more info. http://on.fb.me/iZXgkR **UPDATE 7/10** <!-- p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 48.0px; font: 15.0px Calibri} --> We wanted to provide an update on HTC’s progress with bringing bootloader unlocking to our newest phones. We know how excited some of you are for this capability, and we’ve put significant resources behind making this change as soon as possible. While we wish we could flip a simple switch and unlock all bootloaders across our device portfolio, this is actually a complex challenge that requires a new software build and extensive testing to deliver the best possible customer experience. We’re thrilled to announce today that software updates to support bootloader unlocking will begin rolling out in August for the global HTC Sensation, followed by the HTC Sensation 4G on T-Mobile USA and the HTC EVO 3D on Sprint. We’re in the testing phase for the unlocking capability now, and we expect it to be fully operational by early September for devices that have received the software updates. We'll continue rolling out the unlocking capability over time to other devices as part of maintenance releases and new shipments. HTC continues its commitment to unlocking bootloaders and supporting the developer community. Because of the importance of this community to us, please expect an update on this about every few weeks as we make progress toward launch. Thank you for your patience and continued support!
By: HTC
NICE! People are still *****ing. How funny.
I JUST saw the post and bout sh!t
I think I will keep *****ing. Not soon enough...
They are taking time before releasing the bootloader to patch the known exploits.
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They are taking time before releasing the bootloader to patch the known exploits.
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Which makes sense, does it not? I think it does.
I'm more than happy with the phone, it is a very nice piece of hardware without without root capabilities.... Sprint's network on the other hand..............
I can play around with sense for 2 more months.
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IThe 3D is a pretty awesome phone as-is. So 2 months wont kill me. I had hoped it would be a lot sooner tho. I will still be checking here daily to see if anyone beats them to it.
At least they are actually doing it, I'm sure Sprint isn't the most excited. Props 2 them usually huge corporations could care less about stuff like this.
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IThe 3D is a pretty awesome phone as-is. So 2 months wont kill me. I had hoped it would be a lot sooner tho. I will still be checking here daily to see if anyone beats them to it.
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it will be alot sooner and it WON'T be fron HTC, I have faith in the greatness here with the devs hard at work on this.
That's great news!
Wow I really like that. However I just wanted to say this one thing. Thanks to all the DEV's working hard at the unlock. They have my respect. Plus well see with HTC. I hope the devs can steal the glory.
Yeah Forget HTC the idiots already know how to unlock it because they are the fools that locked it, Power to the DEVS!
Im really on the verge of jumping ship to another phone say sensation or the sensation xe ,the reason is not that I don't like this evo 3d gsm,but there hasn't been an s-off or as much roms as the cdma version....I must admit I love this phone ,but without root and yes I ain't gonna do a HTC method (not willing to loose warrenty.),I can't enjoy to It's full potential.... So please fellow xda members,tell me what are the chances of the gsm evo 3d gonna get s- off ? If so will the gsm have as much roms as the cdma? Please give me Ur input whether I should jump ship or pray and wait ? But I really need cold hard facts or probability if i were to stay as the same ...
Thx in advance for your inputs...
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Im really on the verge of jumping ship to another phone say sensation or the sensation xe ,the reason is not that I don't like this evo 3d gsm,but there hasn't been an s-off or as much roms as the cdma version....I must admit I love this phone ,but without root and yes I ain't gonna do a HTC method (not willing to loose warrenty.),I can't enjoy to It's full potential.... So please fellow xda members,tell me what are the chances of the gsm evo 3d gonna get s- off ? If so will the gsm have as much roms as the cdma? Please give me Ur input whether I should jump ship or pray and wait ? But I really need cold hard facts or probability if i were to stay as the same ...
Thx in advance for your inputs...
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Wouldn't hold your breathe on alpharevex/unrevoked releasing s-off in place of the htc unlock method. I do associate with alpharevx/unrevoked on occasion and they are all very skilled and knowledgable.
Reasons why I don't see them releasing an s-off method to overwrite htc's unlock method:
1) HTC patched previously used exploits in their latest software version rending previously used exploits, at least for initial root access, useless
2) Requires a great deal of time and energy to exploit, reverse engineer, package together and release a new method of unlocking the device.
3) The differences between s-off and htc unlock s-on are minor. No kernel write access in standard recovery mode.
Alpharevx/unrevoked also collect your serial number and do have the ability to send this information to HTC, if they so chose. Never heard anything about them actually doing this, I'm just pointing out the obvious, both groups collect serial numbers.
4) Unrevoked was passionate their main goal was for all devices to grant the user root access if the user so wants. HTC has essentially accomplished this for this device, EVO 3D. Sure, the method is not 100% perfect, but is is incredibly better than their previously held position against.
Regarding the unlocking methods, how does the sensation differ? I'm not as familar with this device. Although the user base does seem to be quite large and their development community is not burdended with the extra 3D closed source proprietary software which has plagued the 3D community.
Hope that helps provide some information.
joeykrim said:
Wouldn't hold your breathe on alpharevex/unrevoked releasing s-off in place of the htc unlock method. I do associate with alpharevx/unrevoked on occasion and they are all very skilled and knowledgable.
Reasons why I don't see them releasing an s-off method to overwrite htc's unlock method:
1) HTC patched previously used exploits in their latest software version rending previously used exploits, at least for initial root access, useless
2) Requires a great deal of time and energy to exploit, reverse engineer, package together and release a new method of unlocking the device.
3) The differences between s-off and htc unlock s-on are minor. No kernel write access in standard recovery mode.
Alpharevx/unrevoked also collect your serial number and do have the ability to send this information to HTC, if they so chose. Never heard anything about them actually doing this, I'm just pointing out the obvious, both groups collect serial numbers.
4) Unrevoked was passionate their main goal was for all devices to grant the user root access if the user so wants. HTC has essentially accomplished this for this device, EVO 3D. Sure, the method is not 100% perfect, but is is incredibly better than their previously held position against.
Regarding the unlocking methods, how does the sensation differ? I'm not as familar with this device. Although the user base does seem to be quite large and their development community is not burdended with the extra 3D closed source proprietary software which has plagued the 3D community.
Hope that helps provide some information.
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Hey ,those facts you stated really has given me a lot of information ...
As to your last question ,the reason I rather go with the sensation is that it has s-off and likewise u said ,a large community thus more Rom development..
Now I need to decide whether to stay as a gsm evo 3s owner or jump ships ...
So if i were to stay ,is it better to wait for the ICS update by HTC then unlock the bootloader or ..might as well do it Asap??as far as i know ,HTC method voids the warrenty..
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kaysen said:
Hey ,those facts you stated really has given me a lot of information ...
As to your last question ,the reason I rather go with the sensation is that it has s-off and likewise u said ,a large community thus more Rom development..
Now I need to decide whether to stay as a gsm evo 3s owner or jump ships ...
So if i were to stay ,is it better to wait for the ICS update by HTC then unlock the bootloader or ..might as well do it Asap??as far as i know ,HTC method voids the warrenty..
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Technically all methods void the warranty, but only the HTC method is trackable by HTC and leaves either *UNLOCKED* or *RELOCKED* at the top of the bootloader.
Not sure whether or not carriers are able to track the HTC method or how informed/update to date they are. Decision for warranty work with the carrier at their service center is probably left up to the carrier.
Personally speaking, I've never had any hardware issues where I've had to have the device repaired. Returning the device to the carrier or manufacturer has never been an issue for me, although I do try and take extra care of my devices.
HTC announced official ICS updates for the EVO 3D in early 2012 according to the tweet which linked to a fb post on their fb page a week or so ago.
Hope that helps!
joeykrim said:
Technically all methods void the warranty, but only the HTC method is trackable by HTC and leaves either *UNLOCKED* or *RELOCKED* at the top of the bootloader.
Not sure whether or not carriers are able to track the HTC method or how informed/update to date they are. Decision for warranty work with the carrier at their service center is probably left up to the carrier.
Personally speaking, I've never had any hardware issues where I've had to have the device repaired. Returning the device to the carrier or manufacturer has never been an issue for me, although I do try and take extra care of my devices.
HTC announced official ICS updates for the EVO 3D in early 2012 according to the tweet which linked to a fb post on their fb page a week or so ago.
Hope that helps!
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As far as I can remember,when I was using a HTC incredible s I got it hanged on the HTC logo ,tried every way to unbrick it ..So I decided to send to HTC for repair ,(note :I had it rooted and with revolutionary s-off),the HTC staff said it was still on warrenty...so after 3days or so ,I received my Inc s with a report saying ,"Engineer replaced the main board " Free of charge because of warrenty...and I believe that changing a main board will cost a lot $$? Am I right ?..the point is I was pretty much surprised by the fact that the device was repaired for free even though is s-off ...
So now Im in a dillema ,not sure to wait for s-off for the evo 3d gsm...I am worried if i were to brick it unintentionally,maybe I might get it repaired FOC...on another hand,going the HTC method will definatly void the warrenty cause there is a record...So ...I really don't know ...
Thx for your tips...
I hope this thread might help others in the same situation as me ..
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I am willing to donate my Rezound to a dev that is experienced on boot loader unlocking.
Now by donate, I do mean borrow, I am aware of the risk, but s-off is a must and I am willing to sacrifice my device for it.
If device is not bricked then please, do return it.
You must pay shipping cost.
(xoangio at gmail dot com)
just saw this is the dev section
"Everyone should.follow @evil_devnull. He may have just cracked the EVO 3d 1.50.xx hboot which sure was no easy task. If Any of you coming from the 3D should know that. Only ****ty part is he obviously needs the handsets to work on them. But he's willing to work on the Rezound I'd that happens. Just thought u guys on Twitter should know about him. I'm gonna see if I can help him out with the device. But at least we k.ow there's another willing to work on it. Not tryi.g to get any hopes up. Just thought u guys should be aware"
Yup that's right. This guy may have cracked the EVO 3D 1.50 hboot. If you are willing then I would speak to him. I talked to him last night and he can't work on it till he has a handset
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