I would like to unlock my photon, but ,as I could find a lot of posts for how to unlock it, i could not find any post that explains how to reset the bootloader and go back to locked .
just for in case
can some one refer me to a guide of how getting the photon locked ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20331623&postcount=6
Download the file from this link and it includes everything you need.
Can u keep the stuff u changed if you re lock it
Not really.
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OK so I have been searching for this and im seeing somethings come up about unlocking bootloader for the photon and that you will lose 4g data. I kind dont want to lol.. But I do want to root the phone and flash some Roms. Do you really need to unlock bootloader to flash roms. Or it depends on the flashable rom that needs to have bootloader unlocked. Im reading about the unlock bootloader and not seeing why I need to do so. Or do you have to do so to flash ANY roms/kernels?
I see in the deve threads about rooting the the photon. looks simple enough which I have rooted others. But just double checking on these methods here. So any advice will be very helpful.
Unlocking the bootloader allows you to write to partitions that would normally not be allowed, even with root - like recovery. I think -though I have never done it - that you can use bootstrap recovery and get the same effect, but it is more of a hassle. Personally theres no WiMax near me without a 20 minute drive, then I can only get it if I am standing still and its no faster than 3G....so it was no question for me.
But I think that you can unlock, flash, and relock and some other steps to keep 4G active.
So you really don't need to unlock bootloader? Cause I'm rooting my friends once he gets in . So in trying to get all the info about rooting. But the 4g data connection will be good as the H huspa/3G is different cause its sprint. Just want to make that unlocking the bootloader is not a must do step. And when I root the photon I'm still able to use Rom manager to back up current roms etc.. and boot into recovery to flash any Rom
Inspire4G
You'll have to look at how the bootstrap recovery works - i've never used it. but I think thats the route you need to take.
You can get bootstrap recovery and flash p-roms. They dont require unlocked bootloader.
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I think the Laser ROM is the only P-ROM we have isn't it?
Where is that boot scrap at? And I notice not a lot of rons yet for the photon. So most of the roms will or will not need unlocked bootloader. What did u guys do for rooting,.and did you guys use the unlock bootloader.
Cause I seen then the one where u can root with hot the dock using that torpedo set up
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CYRAXDroid said:
Where is that boot scrap at? And I notice not a lot of rons yet for the photon. So most of the roms will or will not need unlocked bootloader. What did u guys do for rooting,.and did you guys use the unlock bootloader.
Cause I seen then the one where u can root with hot the dock using that torpedo set up
Inspire4G
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Okay, so the Laser ROM which is in the Dev section some place, if you can't find it, I can hunt it down for you is a P-ROM that can be flashed via Boot Strap Recovery and doesn't require an unlocked bootloader.
As for Home Base, Alien, and Star Wars those are full ROM's so you will need to unlock the bootloader for reasons KCarpenter has mentioned.
I personally did the torpedo root method myself, was easy enough if you have a decent understand of command prompt and can follow written instructions, if not, there is also the AIO one click root method that is pretty easy and a lot of people use.
As for unlocking the bootloader, I think there is a thread here, if not, I can post a link that will help.
Also, I included the bootstrap recovery apk in this reply. Hope this helps.
Soon as I get back to my pc I'm thank u and the other member. Where is that aio located so I can that to and yeah I rooted some other stuff before and my inspire.
So might as well do the unlock bootloader and when I do I'll lose the 4g connection but still have 3g though.
What does that boot strap do.and.u need root to load that right..
Inspire4G
Bootstrap is pretty much a recovery for a locked bootloader. It works more or less like CWM does on unlocked bootloaders. But...if you're going to unlock, don't worry about Bootstrap, just do the CWM recovery.
One click root....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1217416
CWM Recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1218417&highlight=Recovery
Unlocked bootloader...
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-photon-4g-bootloader-unlocked
That should be good to get you rolling.
Thanks dude I'll look at all that soon..
Inspire4G
No worries Man. If you have any questions, I'll see what I can do to help ya.
awesome deal.. so once I root and then unlock bootloader. Which will allow me to install any roms and have clockwork mod so then I can back up my roms that install.. also where is thread for this where if need to unroot and restore all back to factory like out of the box.
and Im watching that youtube video about AIO root looks simple enough. But also see another video about rooting and unlocking bootloader.. Im still like 50/50 if I should unlock boot loader or not lol
I have been thinking about unlocking the bootloader as well and have chosen not to at this time. This is primarily because there are only 2 custom ROMs in existence for the Photon. We need more ROM choices for me to take the leap even though there is no 4G where I work or where I live.
ChadH42 said:
I have been thinking about unlocking the bootloader as well and have chosen not to at this time. This is primarily because there are only 2 custom ROMs in existence for the Photon. We need more ROM choices for me to take the leap even though there is no 4G where I work or where I live.
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So really dont need to worry about like as in doing that method(unlocking bootloader) right away cause I only see like 3 roms lol I think. But i was thinking of flashing the Alien Rom seems to be the most popular one out right now but at the same time that needs to have unlock bootloader..
What roms are you guys you using
I'm on Home Base. V1.5 with the 4.2 update. Do you want the green color scheme from the Alien ROM?
Also. There is an overclock kernal which I run that you nees to be unlocked for. There was a stock file floating around. But just flash the latest SBF file. That SHOULD take you to stock. But you would have to ask in thay specific thread.
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xTMFxOffshore said:
I'm on Home Base. V1.5 with the 4.2 update. Do you want the green color scheme from the Alien ROM?
Also. There is an overclock kernal which I run that you nees to be unlocked for. There was a stock file floating around. But just flash the latest SBF file. That SHOULD take you to stock. But you would have to ask in thay specific thread.
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Cool deal..so being unlocked is good for flashing kernels and roms etc.. how is your battery life
Inspire4G
It was pretty decent. Gone done since the update keeps trying to install. But before that was probably ten plus hours with fairly heavy use.
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sweet well thanks for all the info man thanks again wish I could thank you again lol
No worries Man. Just tryin' to help.
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Ive been reading the threads and I see some confusion. When I unlock my phone would I be able to re lock it and put it back to stock? Ive read where people can't flash the SBF anymore and are stock on a electrify SBF can someone please answer before I unlock my phone ?
Jo_795 said:
Ive been reading the threads and I see some confusion. When I unlock my phone would I be able to re lock it and put it back to stock? Ive read where people can't flash the SBF anymore and are stock on a electrify SBF can someone please answer before I unlock my phone ?
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Check out this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20331623&postcount=6
This is probably one of the most helpful guides for CORRECTLY unlocking/locking your Photon! Also check out qbking77 thread and how to videos at this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1250697
Hope this helps!
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You can always go back to stock. The threads provided above give nearly step-by-step directions on how to do those. As stated, QBKing77 does it in videos, so you can follow along and actually see how it's done.
The unlock is extremely simple, and so is going back to stock. As long as you follow the steps, you can just flash the sbf and lock the bootloader in a couple minutes.
It's worth to note, though I'm sure you know, that at this time unlocked bootloaders lose 4g. It's an issue that is being worked on though.
yes , thank you. will flash Cm7 hopefully tonight
thomasmatt25 said:
Check out this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20331623&postcount=6
This is probably one of the most helpful guides for CORRECTLY unlocking/locking your Photon! Also check out qbking77 thread and how to videos at this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1250697
Hope this helps!
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^ This is good advice.
If you plan to use any of Joker's roms then it will be best to flash 198-7 before unlocking.
Follow QBKing77's video to unlock. The only difference is the pudding file is now smaller (1MB - derpunlock) than the one he used in the video so will take hardly no time to flash. Also, if I remember correctly, he mentions "Fastboot" mode once when actually booting into "RSD" mode - do what he does, and take the same actions he takes and it works just fine.
To re-lock, some folks are having issues with the process and there is no video to follow. I just re-flash one of the stock SBFs in RSDLite (198-7, 198-6, or 154-5) and that relocks the phone. It takes longer, but it works every time.
Common errors:
Not following QBKing's video
Flashing the "235pudding" file - this will flash the Electrify's GB 2.3.5 sbf and currently there is no unlocking or returning from this.
If I unlock can I nandroid back to my 4g rom or do I have to flash the sbf to relock first?
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I want to root and unlock my atrix
but there are some doubts that i want to solve before doing it
the correct sequence to do the things is:
root
unlock
install recovery (CMW for example)
wipe everything with recovery
install new rom
if it's correct..the sequence...i want to start rooting with super oneclick but i saw many ppl saying to not do it..can someone explain me why not use it?
To unlock i could use the RSDLite with the unlocker sbf available on android development section..or there is a way to do it without change the sbf?
There is some recovery written for Atrix?..i prefer to use this kinda of directed software when available..
Thanks for those who can help =)
Go here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600 scroll down to how to unlock bootloader and start there. Right under it is how to root. There are different methods, just pick one and have fun. Just make sure to read and follow the instructions and u should be fine. Good luck!
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Hey all,
I have previously unlocked my bootloader on my DNA and I came across a problem so I RUU back to stock after relocking my bootloader of course. Now i want to re unlock my bootloader and it keeps saying successful and it still shows "relocked" in my boot menu. I tried the steps from number 1 til finish and nothing. Is re unlocking the bootloader even possible? If it is can anyone help me please? I've searched and searched and cannot find anything on this issue on the Droid DNA.
Thanks in advance everyone
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Did you try re-using the old key you first got it unlocked with?
Yea i did, about 5 times. I even got a new one and still wont work
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I'm in the same situation. I have tried the original unlock bin file i had from the first time and also went through the process of resubmitting and getting another one. Even reflashed
the ruu and trying to re-unlock from scratch. Everything went through like normal but my bootloader still says "relocked".
Try a factory reset, re locking bootloader again (do it no matter what the bootloader status is) Then install the RUU, then try unlocking bootloader again. Could just be a permissions error or something. If that doesn't work then maybe the bootloader in the RUU has different functionality and protection compared to the original one you were using.
Found this at Rootz : http://rootzwiki.com/topic/36898-stock-return-to-stock-1156054-for-verizon-htc-dna-re-unlock-device/. Read through the second page of posts. Worked the first time.
beasleyj62 said:
Found this at Rootz : http://rootzwiki.com/topic/36898-stock-return-to-stock-1156054-for-verizon-htc-dna-re-unlock-device/. Read through the second page of posts. Worked the first time.
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Nice find
¿How to know if my bootloader is locked? I searched on the hidden menu and found nothing but the bootloader version. I'm looking forward to unlock it so i can root and do stuff.
I own a P768G v10a
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2173465
Follow instructions here
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I read the whole thing and found no answers to my question dude.
LuisDe said:
I read the whole thing and found no answers to my question dude.
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I'm not sure it's the easiest way but you can go to fastboot with method wrote here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2221102. But first you will have to flash jb V20* ROM. If you have first screen where you are asked if you want to unlock bootloader = locked. If second screen with quick guidance = unlocked.
WARNING! Be careful if you don't want to unlock bootloader watch which button you press.
You still didn't answer his question. I would like to know as well. Is there a way to tell if my bootloader is unlocked or locked?
jollyjones said:
You still didn't answer his question. I would like to know as well. Is there a way to tell if my bootloader is unlocked or locked?
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Of course it's locked, every phone you get will have bootloader locked. Unless you have an S4 or S3 as far as I know.
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geeshiet said:
Of course it's locked, every phone you get will have bootloader locked. Unless you have an S4 or S3 as far as I know.
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As far as I know, not every phone comes with a bootloader closed unless some phones are able to change roms and stuff without needing to open this.
If your on JB, just go to the dialer and type 3845#*760# then scroll to the bottom to bootloader unlock check. (if you have differernt L9 - 3845#*7xx# - your numbers)
Another way to check is to go to software update mode by switching off the phone then holding volume up while inserting the USB cable. If your bootloader is unlocked, it will say so in the top corner of the S/W update screen.
If you havnt unlocked it, it will be locked by default.
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