Does an unlocked bootloader lend itself to rooting your phone?
Also, is it possible to root with just ADB and SuperSU?
ChernobylBloodwolf said:
Does an unlocked bootloader lend itself to rooting your phone?
Also, is it possible to root with just ADB and SuperSU?
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Depends on what phone you have, and what has been developed for it, but, for the most part, yes, unlocking the bootloader will at least enable you to root easily, and more.
Thanks for your answer!
Just to get it out there it's a Straight Talk ZTE Majesty Pro [Z799VL] and runs Android Marshmallow. I believe it was released back in March, so not much has been (or, probably, will be) done with it. Still, your answer gives me some hope.
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Im wondering if its possible to enable multi-window on this tablet now that marshmallow has released. I know its most likely possible on unlocked bootloader with root but i was wondering if the same could be possible for locked bootloader?
Here's a link if it helps:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-enable-multi-window-mode-android-t3121483
RJASSI21 said:
Im wondering if its possible to enable multi-window on this tablet now that marshmallow has released. I know its most likely possible on unlocked bootloader with root but i was wondering if the same could be possible for locked bootloader?
Here's a link if it helps:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-enable-multi-window-mode-android-t3121483
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No, build.prop edits need root or a custom recovery from which you can edit build.prop on the system partition:
Quinny899 said:
You'll either need root or a custom recovery to do this, but as not everyone wants root, here's how you do it with TWRP [...]
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It'll be interesting to see how this will function on the Z4T
jelbo said:
No, build.prop edits need root or a custom recovery from which you can edit build.prop on the system partition:
It'll be interesting to see how this will function on the Z4T
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I thought so damn although I did notice a recovery boot file in the system folder no idea if there's an actual recovery but I don't think I can access it anyway. If only sony provided us with a stock recovery like other OEMs. Seeing this feature on the Z4T I'm sure will be great. I thought it might have been possible to pull the build.prop without recovery using adb but I guess not. If only there was root on locked BL...?
RJASSI21 said:
If only there was root on locked BL...?
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Yes, if only. Maybe this fresh MM ROM has some vulnerability that can be exploited to gain root. But knowing Sony’s extensive, custom countermeasures, I think chances are very slim.
Just unlock your bootloader and fully enjoy this tablet
jelbo said:
Yes, if only. Maybe this fresh MM ROM has some vulnerability that can be exploited to gain root. But knowing Sony’s extensive, custom countermeasures, I think chances are very slim.
Just unlock your bootloader and fully enjoy this tablet
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Haha lol I could do that but I'm worried about warranty cus I've been having WiFi issues that come and go I plan to unlock my BL after 2 years when warranty runs out so next year.
Hello,
I have been trying to research how bootloaders get unlocked without manufacturer help and not coming up with many results. I want to learn how to root and unlock bootloaders and create recoveries and everything to help out accessing and customizing devices, but trying to find things to read and learn about those topics hasn't turned up much helpful threads or info at all, if anyone could direct me to where I could learn how to do all those things that'd be awesome! Also, thinking about bootloader for vs990, could we not just take an unlocked t-mobile bootloader and customize to the correct paths and values for vs990? What about the kdz file, can that be used to modify the boot security and unlock the bootloader or not? Thanks for the info and your time in advanced!
-Kyle
kjcsg said:
Hello,
I have been trying to research how bootloaders get unlocked without manufacturer help and not coming up with many results. I want to learn how to root and unlock bootloaders and create recoveries and everything to help out accessing and customizing devices, but trying to find things to read and learn about those topics hasn't turned up much helpful threads or info at all, if anyone could direct me to where I could learn how to do all those things that'd be awesome! Also, thinking about bootloader for vs990, could we not just take an unlocked t-mobile bootloader and customize to the correct paths and values for vs990? What about the kdz file, can that be used to modify the boot security and unlock the bootloader or not? Thanks for the info and your time in advanced!
-Kyle
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http://www.droidviews.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-on-lg-v10/
thelunchboxosu said:
http://www.droidviews.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-on-lg-v10/
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That method doesn't work on vs990, Verizon locked it down so when you try to get to bootloader even through adb reboot bootloader it just reboots to the system. No fastboot commands possible.
kjcsg said:
That method doesn't work on vs990, Verizon locked it down so when you try to get to bootloader even through afb reboot bootloader it just reboots to the system. No fastboot commands possible.
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Damn, looking at buying a V10 now that it has root, but a locked bootloader equals an unhappy phone.
thelunchboxosu said:
Damn, looking at buying a V10 now that it has root, but a locked bootloader equals an unhappy phone.
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Well we did just get root a week ago... So don't give up hope just yet, give it a little more time and hopefully they'll crack through the security or overwrite the boot partition all together or something so we can get custom roms.
As of 3/24/2016, they have not unlocked the bootloader nor made any recovery system for the LG V10.
mcbeat257 said:
As of 3/24/2016, they have not unlocked the bootloader nor made any recovery system for the LG V10.
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Sadly. That's why I was hoping for someone to know of some resource I could use to learn how to crack the bootloader to unlock it and to get twrp up and running on v10. There is an unofficial twrp for t-mobile v10.
kjcsg said:
Sadly. That's why I was hoping for someone to know of some resource I could use to learn how to crack the bootloader to unlock it and to get twrp up and running on v10. There is an unofficial twrp for t-mobile v10.
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More power to you. Best option right now is to write Verizon a crap ton of letters and see if they'll unlock the bootloader.
Best bet is to buy a tmobile V10
CyanJustice said:
More power to you. Best option right now is to write Verizon a crap ton of letters and see if they'll unlock the bootloader.
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They won't respond to it...they do what they want
burnsky05 said:
They won't respond to it...they do what they want
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Hey, it worked in Shawshank Redemption lol. Just write them the same exact letter, every day.
Hey I was curious if anyone has tried to get root access like what the LG G3 had with its locked bootloader? I had the LG G3 and had root access and TWRP recovery with a locked bootloader. I forget what that particular process was called, but was wondering why nothing like that has come out for the locked bootloader Moto Z. This phone has been out for a few months now, and I am really surprised that there is not root for the locked Moto Z.
XperianceIT said:
Hey I was curious if anyone has tried to get root access like what the LG G3 had with its locked bootloader? I had the LG G3 and had root access and TWRP recovery with a locked bootloader. I forget what that particular process was called, but was wondering why nothing like that has come out for the locked bootloader Moto Z. This phone has been out for a few months now, and I am really surprised that there is not root for the locked Moto Z.
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+1 ...I was thinking the same...
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XperianceIT said:
Hey I was curious if anyone has tried to get root access like what the LG G3 had with its locked bootloader? I had the LG G3 and had root access and TWRP recovery with a locked bootloader. I forget what that particular process was called, but was wondering why nothing like that has come out for the locked bootloader Moto Z. This phone has been out for a few months now, and I am really surprised that there is not root for the locked Moto Z.
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I've been messing around with the dirtycow exploit but still I haven't gotten anything to work. I'm still trying though and I'll letchu know if anything works.
I don't think that's possible with Moto. Their development is pretty strict.
Manish54 said:
I don't think that's possible with Moto. Their development is pretty strict.
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What do you mean exactly?
Any news?
carasd said:
Any news?
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I've had no luck with dirtycow
Nope
Hello people from XDA!
From what I have read time and time again while looking for a way to change my Bootloader unlock allowed:NO to YES, there should be a way to install a custom ROM and recovery without unlocking my bootloader (since it's apparently impossible to unlock it). And if there is a way, please let me know.
Additional information:
My device is rooted (Kingoroot)
I'd really apperciate some "light" on the subject. I've searched for weeks and there seem to be absolutely no threads regarding the subject, although there are people claiming they have done it.
Thanks in advance.
What Android version is your phone running? 5 or 6?
5; 6.0 hasn't been released in my region (Latin America)??
JTHeLIzard said:
Hello people from XDA!
From what I have read time and time again while looking for a way to change my Bootloader unlock allowed:NO to YES, there should be a way to install a custom ROM and recovery without unlocking my bootloader (since it's apparently impossible to unlock it). And if there is a way, please let me know.
Additional information:
My device is rooted (Kingoroot)
I'd really apperciate some "light" on the subject. I've searched for weeks and there seem to be absolutely no threads regarding the subject, although there are people claiming they have done it.
Thanks in advance.
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Use this Tut, And when you rooted your device cant get OTA Update:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70050826&postcount=11
EHSAN™ said:
Use this Tut, And when you rooted your device cant get OTA Update:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70050826&postcount=11
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I just read it, and I don't see anything about doing it while my bootloader is locked (I can't unlock it because in the menu it says "bootlocker unlock allowed:NO" which means it's impossible to unlock it).
JTHeLIzard said:
I just read it, and I don't see anything about doing it while my bootloader is locked (I can't unlock it because in the menu it says "bootlocker unlock allowed:NO" which means it's impossible to unlock it).
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That i give you say how to Unlock your bootloader when write "bootlocker unlock allowed:NO", However i Cant Help you
EHSAN™ said:
That i give you say how to Unlock your bootloader when write "bootlocker unlock allowed:NO", However i Cant Help you
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Thanks anyway, man
Find and activate OEM unlocking within the developer option in the settings menu. It may or may not work - but its worth a shot.
Hello, I have a tablet with a non unlockable bootloader. I make a search but I don't see a way to convert it to a unlockable bootloader. There isn't a way to make it unlockable yet?
Thanks in advance!
soyelrafa said:
Hello, I have a tablet with a non unlockable bootloader. I make a search but I don't see a way to convert it to a unlockable bootloader. There isn't a way to make it unlockable yet?
Thanks in advance!
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Hello!
Some operator devices have non-unlockable bootloader. There is no way to unlock it at all.
Rootk1t said:
Hello!
Some operator devices have non-unlockable bootloader. There is no way to unlock it at all.
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well, thanks for your answer!
How is that even possible that a device is NON-unlockable? Excuse my ignorance, it is my first time trying to install a custom ROM on an android device. I have this Sony Xperia Z tablet and after a whole afternoon trying to understand how to install lineageOS on it I hit the hard wall. My device is NON-unlockable by default. What a pile of ****!!!
I'm stuck with this Sony bloatware forever!! God forsaken!
Everybody sure there are no way around this???
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How is that even possible that a device is unlockable? Excuse my ignorance, it is my first time trying to install a custom ROM on an android device. I have this Sony Xperia Z tablet and after a whole afternoon trying to understand how to install lineageOS on it I hit the hard wall. My device is unlockable by default. What a pile of ****!!!
I'm stuck with this Sony bloatware forever!! God forsaken!
Everybody sure there are no way around this???
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Do you mean non-unlockable? Unlockable means you can unlock the bootloader, which is required for installing LineageOS.
r3pwn said:
Do you mean non-unlockable? Unlockable means you can unlock the bootloader, which is required for installing LineageOS.
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That was an error induced by rage and the double negative of "non-un-lockable" that confused my pissed mind even more.