Hello Guys
I am currently working on an unlocked bootloader for MJ7 version of the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4
I am a C++ Programmer and I am looking for a HTC Thunderbolt Bootloader Template
If you could find one I can probably finish before February 2014
UnLoK said:
Hello Guys
I am currently working on an unlocked bootloader for MJ7 version of the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4
I am a C++ Programmer and I am looking for a HTC Thunderbolt Bootloader Template
If you could find one I can probably finish before February 2014
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I am on MDK rotoed but I would like to help if I could.
I have a rooted Thunderbolt. Could you give me instructions on how to get what you need off the phone?
musicfreak190 said:
I am on MDK rotoed but I would like to help if I could.
I have a rooted Thunderbolt. Could you give me instructions on how to get what you need off the phone?
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Thanks musicfreak190...
I know that the thunderbolt uses the HBOOT if im not mistaken and I need to get a C++ Template
If I can find the template I can unlock it and determine the process to unlock the Samsung GS4's bootloader...
I also have my old rooted s-off tbolt. Let me know how to pull what you need...
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UnLoK - you might want to chime in here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2500826
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In my opinion he sounds fishy... why does he want a thunderbolt BL? Does GS4 share a codebase or something?
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This is actually the point we've been trying to make... there isn't anything remotely similar between the two devices. While they both use Qualcomm Snapdragon processors they each use a completely different model. The HTC Thunderbolt is running a MSM8655 and the Galaxy S4 is running the APQ8064AB model. Outside of that they are both ARMv7 architecture but that's where any similarity ends... not to mention the devices being nearly two years apart from one another with the S3 in between.
I have a statement from Kim Jong Un on video demanding that my bootloader be unlocked. Only one problem. It's on betamax
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I have tried all of these methods and none of them have worked... not sure what's going on. Do I have to own an S4 for these to work?
Thread cleaned and closed due to no value...move along ...
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Mod Edit: You have a very probable brick if you successfully flash these ENG images. Dont do it.
These are the files that were leaked to me for the Verizon Note 3, I don't have anymore Notes, maybe someone else can do something with these.
ALL_N900VVREBMHV_N900VVZWBMHV_1554921_REV03_eng_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.7z 1.45 GB
https://mega.co.nz/#!H4pAGb5B!awVu4SGnvHRt19g19gxfh0NHzR0MeGG_b0JLzoHYuWg
ALL_N900VVRUBMI9_N900VVZWMI9_1671014_REV03_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.7z 1.27 GB
https://mega.co.nz/#!3gAwQZgL!BL-kZkfWn5HpiwES36kjBk8DCsw8IozG03dTQ_-9_VA
BOOTLOADER_HLTE_VZW_TestBit_1525763_REV03_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.7z 957 KB
These allow you to down grade the bootloader
https://mega.co.nz/#!7wJzyCYD!Zo3Hv2EfQFPcPiCrMvfgtC_mT0Y98UCwz35DZXQrSP0
COMBINATION_N900VVREAMG3_N900VVZWAMG3_1031711_REV03_eng_mid_noship.tar.7z 1.62 GB
These seem to only work on dev devices, never got any of it working on retail
https://mega.co.nz/#!Wkx3lS4K!SEbUulbz2HAVmL0NJAZofluN4pxGlIjlDyyoqBagEo8
Thanks again!
Okay:
Flashing bootloader through ODIN failed, I knew this was going to happen, just because it's a user release and a downgrade, just wanted to try. Recovered soft-brick to all my data intact by flashing MJ7 radio. Going to try the first engineering build next.
Nice thanks.
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lets hope the bootloader download will save us in the future
OP,
Thank you for these!
2swizzle said:
lets hope the bootloader download will save us in the future
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I almost wonder in a way if this could be used towards some kind of bootloader unlock method.
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I almost wonder in a way if this could be used towards some kind of bootloader unlock method.
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That would be awesome. Enough to downgrade to be able to use loki maybe. If it's possible .
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This could be a breakthrough with the right person or people working on it.
The aboot from the unsigned engineering build is significantly smaller than the rest... I wonder... Not to mention the SM-N900 boot recovery guide leak from Samsung. If we could get an old sboot.bin we might have a shot.
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ryanbg said:
The aboot from the unsigned engineering build is significantly smaller than the rest... I wonder... Not to mention the SM-N900 boot recovery guide leak from Samsung. If we could get an old sboot.bin we might have a shot.
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blahh.. i wish you guys the best of luck. However, I am sick of verizon locking down our dang devices. I'm taking my 4 lines over to sprint today where i can be worry free . With that said I have a new shinny note 3 (retail) and a note 2 and galaxy nexus for sale
kwkw480 said:
blahh.. i wish you guys the best of luck. However, I am sick of verizon locking down our dang devices. I'm taking my 4 lines over to sprint today where i can be worry free . With that said I have a new shinny note 3 (retail) and a note 2 and galaxy nexus for sale
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enjoy your .5mb download speeds hahaha jk
kwkw480 said:
blahh.. i wish you guys the best of luck. However, I am sick of verizon locking down our dang devices. I'm taking my 4 lines over to sprint today where i can be worry free . With that said I have a new shinny note 3 (retail) and a note 2 and galaxy nexus for sale
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Its not worth bring on a Sprint connection, that's junk man. Been there done that. TMobile, Sprint and ATT are all second seat to VZW in regards to service. Besides, what do you gain from getting an unlocked bootloader? AOSP? Junk too. Move to AOSP and not only will you have a phone on a junky network, you will have a less capable device in terms of reception. Been there done that.
These are ENG builds, not developer builds. The best you would get from flashing the bootloaderes would be more detailed information during the boot process, and it would not unlock your device's bootloader. Worst case, you will end up with a brick since these predate the SBLs you are running now, and a fuse has been blown to prevent the older bootloaders from functioning.
My word of advice is, unless you like bricking phones leave them alone.
I know it.
* therefore asked the firmware version from dev
with engineering Bootloader phone is not start...
but it does not die and then be impeccably renovated.
jcase said:
These are ENG builds, not developer builds. The best you would get from flashing the bootloaderes would be more detailed information during the boot process, and it would not unlock your device's bootloader. Worst case, you will end up with a brick since these predate the SBLs you are running now, and a fuse has been blown to prevent the older bootloaders from functioning.
My word of advice is, unless you like bricking phones leave them alone.
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I was looking for an older sboot so I could attempt the leaked SM-N900 SD Boot Recovery process to see if I could downgrade my radio (step 14 in leaked article. Have you seen the leaked documentation? I could avoid the SW rev error and possibly have a loki-able aboot from an older pre-patch bootloader, which I might have found. I'm not sure though.
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ryanbg said:
I was looking for an older sboot so I could attempt the leaked SM-N900 SD Boot Recovery process to see if I could downgrade my radio (step 14 in leaked article. Have you seen the leaked documentation? I could avoid the SW rev error and possibly have a loki-able aboot from an older pre-patch bootloader, which I might have found. I'm not sure though.
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Link me to the documentation please
jcase said:
Link me to the documentation please
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I'm at a friends house now. I can't remember where I found it but it was brand new. It's like 13-58 SM-N900 Boot Recovery and released by Samsung Global CS HQ. They revealed the short needed to boot SDCARD mode with the sboot, and the last step is to flash everything back including BP and AP, after you've restored boot process which makes me think it's possible. I'll link you immediately when I'm home. Also it was a mediafire link. I'll keep looking.
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While safestrap is a great accomplishment I hope there are devs here that are not as content to call that a complete victory and manage to follow a crumb trail to an open bootloader.
Here you go
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*Fingers crossed* I'm no expert but this pdf looks promising. YAYAY
http://www.mediafire.com/view/jkw1vv95ub8596h/13-58_SM-N900_Boot_Recovery_Guide_rev1.0.pdf
Here are few more things..but for Galaxy Gear
http://www.mediafire.com/view/i3q3yiefvc24ytx/Galaxy_Gear_Boot_Recovery_V01.pptx
http://www.mediafire.com/download/ji397waz5j945qs/SM-V700_USB_Recovery_V0.2.zip
Walter.White said:
*Fingers crossed* I'm no expert but this pdf looks promising. YAYAY
http://www.mediafire.com/view/jkw1vv95ub8596h/13-58_SM-N900_Boot_Recovery_Guide_rev1.0.pdf
Here are few more things..but for Galaxy Gear
http://www.mediafire.com/view/i3q3yiefvc24ytx/Galaxy_Gear_Boot_Recovery_V01.pptx
http://www.mediafire.com/download/ji397waz5j945qs/SM-V700_USB_Recovery_V0.2.zip
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Confirming first link is the documentation I am referencing.
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I currently own a Galaxy S Nexus and a Galaxy S3. Added another Family member. WERE SO PROUD!!! lol
Anywho I need some help. I am looking for a flashing guide so I do not do anything wrong and brick our new little buddy,
It is on 4.4.2 I545
I found this link for some firmware --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56006060&postcount=29345 (LOOKS PROMISING)
I just need to know which version of Odin, how to root it, and which kernel and Custom recovery to use.
I do not want to use goomanager if can help it. I'd rather use my laptop.
Unfortunately since your phone has been updated you cannot completely unlock the bootloader. You will need to use Safestrap to load a recovery/ROM. More info can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441441
I would suggest rooting your phone using Towelroot:
https://towelroot.com/
Install SuperSU from the Play Store afterwards to complete the root access.
I can't give you much info about SafeStrap as I have never used it (I am on an unlocked bootloader).
To fully unlock the bootloader, you're going to need an S4 on the MDK firmware. I'd suggest heading over to Swappa, selling yours and picking up an unlocked S4. This is something I've done with every replacement Verizon has sent me...
So it's safe to assume that you can't just flash back to the mdk version via Odin or something then huh?
lazarus2297 said:
So it's safe to assume that you can't just flash back to the mdk version via Odin or something then huh?
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You cannot
Yeah, sorry to say that development on this is kinda slim. The only phone that I actually hate, also my next phone is going to be the first phone I pay full retail for (nexus 6) because the s4 is so locked down.
travisjshepherd said:
Yeah, sorry to say that development on this is kinda slim. The only phone that I actually hate, also my next phone is going to be the first phone I pay full retail for (nexus 6) because the s4 is so locked down.
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If you pick up one with an unlocked bootloader your opinion may change. I have had quite a few phone that I have unlocked and the S4 is by far my favorite.
This is a great tread but it should be moved in the Help section.
Agreed, this isn't a development thread.
But I can vouch for the S4 mdk bootloader being great. You can use a lot of stuff from I9505 and JFLTE unified threads on this phone. I have MDK and currently running unofficial CM 12 (android 5.0) with Alucard kernel. All this is from i9505 threads.
However, life is much more simple and stable with a Nexus device, I have Nexus 7 and much less bugs and rooting is so easy.
cambunch said:
If you pick up one with an unlocked bootloader your opinion may change. I have had quite a few phone that I have unlocked and the S4 is by far my favorite.
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Treken said:
This is a great tread but it should be moved in the Help section.
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I'm rooted in the stock Touchwiz but I want to install the Lollipop AOSP ROM. How can I unlock the bootloader and install that ROM?
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I'm rooted in the stock Touchwiz but I want to install the Lollipop AOSP ROM. How can I unlock the bootloader and install that ROM?
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Sorry, the Verizon, and AT&T variants of the Galaxy S4 bootloaders cannot be unlocked at the moment. For the time being it will be impossible for us to install Lollipop until the official firmware release by Samsung. However, if you have a older S4 it *may* have the loki vulnerability which let's you bypass the locked bootloader. Check your About Phone and see if your running MDB or MDL.
NighthawkXL said:
Sorry, the Verizon, and AT&T variants of the Galaxy S4 bootloaders cannot be unlocked at the moment. For the time being it will be impossible for us to install Lollipop until the official firmware release by Samsung. However, if you have a older S4 it *may* have the loki vulnerability which let's you bypass the locked bootloader. Check your About Phone and see if your running MDB or MDL.
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Here's a picture of my about phone screen. Do I have any hope?
i.imgur.co m/9ACW5Qr.png
Sorry, can't post links yet.
theycallmeryan said:
Here's a picture of my about phone screen. Do I have any hope?.
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No dice for running Lollipop ROM's yet, however you should able to install Safestrap 3.75 and use custom 4.4.2 (and a few 4.4.4) TouchWiz-based ROM's that are floating around the forum. Poke around the threads in both the AT&T and Verizon subforums to find more information.
NighthawkXL said:
No dice for running Lollipop ROM's yet, however you should able to install Safestrap 3.75 and use custom 4.4.2 (and a few 4.4.4) TouchWiz-based ROM's that are floating around the forum. Poke around the threads in both the AT&T and Verizon subforums to find more information.
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Damn it, I wanted to ditch TouchWiz and try Lollipop. Been thinking of switching to iPhone and I wanted to see if Lollipop was worth sticking around for.
Hi,
I don't mean to bump old threads, but I was just wondering is it still not possible to unlock the bootloader on the the s3 i535 using android 4.4.2?
I just haven't seen any recent threads........
Any help is appreciated.
ChanManDCLXVI said:
I don't mean to bump old threads, but I was just wondering is it still not possible to unlock the bootloader on the the s3 i535 using android 4.4.2?
I just haven't seen any recent threads........
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Considering you're in the S4 forum, you're also unlikely to see any S3 threads in the future.
I'll bump this thread again since it applies. I'm on 4.4.2 NK1 can I unlock this bootloader? Should I just take the Lolipop update that keeps asking me to push through? What is my best step from here, I don't want to get stuck on something I hate.
Are there any better choices? I hate using ROM slots etc.
Thank you,
Just wondering if anyone could be nice enough to ether build a Rom you could use in safestrap for the s4. I'm sure the s4 has a locked down bootloader. If not build a Rom for the s4 then how about a rebuild from one already made for the s4 that's not on prepaid? Any support is appreciated!
Anyone? Please?
bjf189 said:
Anyone? Please?
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There are plenty of ROMs already available, depending on what bootloader you are on....What is it you want that isn't already available?
jwhistler said:
There are plenty of ROMs already available, depending on what bootloader you are on....What is it you want that isn't already available?
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Well I haven't gotten the phone just Yet but I have the s3 at the moment. The s4 should come pre-loaded with 4.3. The thing is from my understanding verizon locked the bootloader on 4.3 and up. I'm thinking it's the same for the s4. Also it's prepaid. The s3 didn't have a sim card. Just a place for sdcard so if the s4 takes a Sim and the prepaid one don't, Id get the error of no sim being detected and wrong modules
possible to unlock note 4edeg verison ???
sm-n915V Version 4.4.4
thx in advanced
define unlock... unlock as in use on other carriers...yes you can it already is the fcc a couple years ago passed a law that all CDMA phones need to be factory unlocked for gsm use.... you just have to change a couple settings and ur in... you might not get LTE on att ot t-mobile but you will get hspa+
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define unlock... unlock as in use on other carriers...yes you can it already is the fcc a couple years ago passed a law that all CDMA phones need to be factory unlocked for gsm use.... you just have to change a couple settings and ur in... you might not get LTE on att ot t-mobile but you will get hspa+
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Unlock the bootloader bro! All we bought this crap from Verison have the same problem: "No ROOT"
AIN1 said:
Unlock the bootloader bro! All we bought this crap from Verison have the same problem: "No ROOT"
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Probably can now check out the 910v bootloader unlock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-verizon/general/note-4-verizon-bootloader-unlock-t3358913
Can anybody confirm.
I got one from eBay and it's on it's way.
I was happy to get this at low price but I am happier now!
I'm drooling over this and watching it like a hawk. If I find out it can be done on the edge I will post here asap
max366 said:
Probably can now check out the 910v bootloader unlock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-verizon/general/note-4-verizon-bootloader-unlock-t3358913
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Not working for the Note Edge Retail Edition yet... but all they need is a donor with a Note Edge Developer Edition to step forward to volunteer some files. I'm posting here to raise awareness and find a Note Edge Dev Edition owner to step forward.
The bootloader unlock is *very* device-specific. They need files from a Developer Edition of the Device (so, only Verizon) so that they can duplicate the CID and aboot partitions (which are signed per the CID). It's not a "general" unlock exploit by any means... so the Note 4 unlock doesn't not necessitate a Note Edge unlock. If someone donates their CID and aboot partitions from a Note Edge Developer Edition (they're out there somewhere), then they can easily generate an unlock method for the Note Edge Retail Edition. (I just confirmed this with one of the devs of the N4 exploit)
One of the setbacks they had with the Note 4 was finding one that had the *latest* bootloader installed, since Samsung only released the Dev Edition with the original bootloader, and never updated it. (There's no OTA) So... the only users with newer BLs were the ones that had accidentally locked their phone with a retail OTA and had to have Samsung unlock it again. I volunteered the info from my Note 4 Dev Edition, but it was still on the original bootloader release.
I've actually contacted a user that has/had a Note Edge DE to see if he would volunteer the necessary files. Spread the word... we're looking for people with Note Edge Developer Editions to volunteer some files.
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Not working for the Note Edge Retail Edition yet... but all they need is a donor with a Note Edge Developer Edition to step forward to volunteer some files. I'm posting here to raise awareness and find a Note Edge Dev Edition owner to step forward.
The bootloader unlock is *very* device-specific. They need files from a Developer Edition of the Device (so, only Verizon) so that they can duplicate the CID and aboot partitions (which are signed per the CID). It's not a "general" unlock exploit by any means... so the Note 4 unlock doesn't not necessitate a Note Edge unlock. If someone donates their CID and aboot partitions from a Note Edge Developer Edition (they're out there somewhere), then they can easily generate an unlock method for the Note Edge Retail Edition. (I just confirmed this with one of the devs of the N4 exploit)
One of the setbacks they had with the Note 4 was finding one that had the *latest* bootloader installed, since Samsung only released the Dev Edition with the original bootloader, and never updated it. (There's no OTA) So... the only users with newer BLs were the ones that had accidentally locked their phone with a retail OTA and had to have Samsung unlock it again. I volunteered the info from my Note 4 Dev Edition, but it was still on the original bootloader release.
I've actually contacted a user that has/had a Note Edge DE to see if he would volunteer the necessary files. Spread the word... we're looking for people with Note Edge Developer Editions to volunteer some files.
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this works on the note edge i tried this for the note4 and it didnt brick it but didn't get developer mode all we need is CID from developer edge and unlocked!
That person does exist and has already come forward... if you know where to direct them, please do so
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66377525&postcount=282
DrPhant0m said:
Not working for the Note Edge Retail Edition yet... but all they need is a donor with a Note Edge Developer Edition to step forward to volunteer some files. I'm posting here to raise awareness and find a Note Edge Dev Edition owner to step forward.
The bootloader unlock is *very* device-specific. They need files from a Developer Edition of the Device (so, only Verizon) so that they can duplicate the CID and aboot partitions (which are signed per the CID). It's not a "general" unlock exploit by any means... so the Note 4 unlock doesn't not necessitate a Note Edge unlock. If someone donates their CID and aboot partitions from a Note Edge Developer Edition (they're out there somewhere), then they can easily generate an unlock method for the Note Edge Retail Edition. (I just confirmed this with one of the devs of the N4 exploit)
One of the setbacks they had with the Note 4 was finding one that had the *latest* bootloader installed, since Samsung only released the Dev Edition with the original bootloader, and never updated it. (There's no OTA) So... the only users with newer BLs were the ones that had accidentally locked their phone with a retail OTA and had to have Samsung unlock it again. I volunteered the info from my Note 4 Dev Edition, but it was still on the original bootloader release.
I've actually contacted a user that has/had a Note Edge DE to see if he would volunteer the necessary files. Spread the word... we're looking for people with Note Edge Developer Editions to volunteer some files.
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That person does exist and has already come forward... if you know where to direct them, please do so
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66377525&postcount=282
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I've already linked this post to @npjohnson via Hangouts. Good lookin' out though!
@Vorridor - If no one has contacted you, PM me. I'll get you in touch with the right people. Thanks!
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I've already linked this post to @npjohnson via Hangouts. Good lookin' out though!
@Vorridor - If no one has contacted you, PM me. I'll get you in touch with the right people. Thanks!
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Awesome! Cant wait for this!!!!
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Awesome! Cant wait for this!!!!
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I know, right? Im about to spaz out. I keep checking all over diff forums thinkin maybe ill miss it when it gets posted.
I hope that if anybodys heard anything from npjohnson theyll give word. Does he need me to buy him a coffee? It comes with an extra shot of espresso
OH MY GOODNESS <insert little girl squeal sound>!
I thought this day would never come. I've been out of the loop a long time and had given up.
I do not have the dev edition but if there is any testing needed on the retail version please let me know. I'm familiar with ADB, rooting, recovery and filing insurance claims if needed
I would just love to see this happen.
Npjohnson's been working on it. Hes probably been up all night. Ill keep checking back today...
Fingers crossed
Any news?
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None as of yet. I'm as excited as you guys and I have the DevEd. I wish it were as easy as flashing one of my recoveries and my aboot and cid, then you would already be SuperSu'ed & BusyBox'ed. If we haven't heard word soon, I'll contact npjohnson.
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I'll tell you, from now on dev editions only for me. I get very tired of the waiting game
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newbroot83 said:
I'll tell you, from now on dev editions only for me. I get very tired of the waiting game
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I 2nd that
Vorridor said:
None as of yet. I'm as excited as you guys and I have the DevEd. I wish it were as easy as flashing one of my recoveries and my aboot and cid, then you would already be SuperSu'ed & BusyBox'ed. If we haven't heard word soon, I'll contact npjohnson.
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I was just wondering did anybody with a Developer Edition of this phone get to firmware 5.0.1 and still have the Bootloader unlocked?
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I was just wondering did anybody with a Developer Edition of this phone get to firmware 5.0.1 and still have the Bootloader unlocked?[/QUOTE
OTA’s the developer edition device’s bootloader will get locked if Samsung upgrades the bootloader in upcoming firmware.
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Nope not here.
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