Hello,
I root a lot of phones and would like to have a way of unbricking my phone if it's hard bricked. By "hard bricked" I mean a phone that will not boot into Download/fastboot mode nor recovery mode. I know OnePlus has a special MSM download tool for this but what about other phones? I know that EDL mode can be used to recover from a hard brick but is this mode on Qualcomm varients of Samsung and Pixel phones? When I research about it all the phones that it talked about are Xioami phones and I don't have any Xioami phones. Also what about Exynos devices? I heard there is an Exynos USB mode for unbricking Exynos devices but how do I boot into this mode or use it? The same way as using EDL mode? Should I buy an EDL cable? Or should I get something else?
Assuming it's not a motherboard failure, a few phones can be revived with a USB Jig, a tiny device that plugs into the USB port and puts the phone into Download Mode to reinstall the stock firmware.
Mr. JAVI said:
Assuming it's not a motherboard failure, a few phones can be revived with a USB Jig, a tiny device that plugs into the USB port and puts the phone into Download Mode to reinstall the stock firmware.
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What about Non Samsung devices? (Mainly referring to Pixels bc OnePlus already has an unbrick method)
JJcoder said:
What about Non Samsung devices? (Mainly referring to Pixels bc OnePlus already has an unbrick method)
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I've never owned a Google Pixel so I hesitate to give any advice but maybe the link below will be of some help.
https://www.reddit.com/r/essential/comments/f8b0vk/force_edl_mode_superhard_brick/
Mr. JAVI said:
I've never owned a Google Pixel so I hesitate to give any advice but maybe the link below will be of some help.
https://www.reddit.com/r/essential/comments/f8b0vk/force_edl_mode_superhard_brick/
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Thanks! I will probably get an EDL cable, and for Samsung I might get a USB jig.
JJcoder said:
Thanks! I will probably get an EDL cable, and for Samsung I might get a USB jig.
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Your very welcome @JJcoder. I once had a Soft/hard bricked Sammy (dm-verity and a drk fail). I tried mt TWRP backups and flashing the factory firmware to no avail. Long story short, I finally fixed it but it was time consuming and frustrating (lol) but on the bright side I did learn alot in the process. Hope you fix your phone and best of luck
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OK. As far as I know.... This is so far the Only method to UNBRICK Galaxy S3.
1. Purchase a USB Jig Dongle For Samsung Galaxy S III S3 GT-I9300 Download Mode unbrick
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrZUrE5Nqj0
2.This USB jig can only bring your phones into Download Mode. It CANNOT reset your phone binary counter and remove yellow triangle..
3.Usage:
1. Turn off your phone and pull out the battery for about 10-15 seconds.
2. Just put the battery back and don’t turn it on.
3. Plug the USB Jig into the micro USB port on the phone.
4. After about 2-3 seconds, you can see the yellow download mode logo on the screen.
5. Unplug the USB Jig.
6. Connect your phone with USB cable to computer and then flash your phone via the program “odin"
It does not work with latest European Version 2.34, you have to return your device to old version to use.
NDUTU said:
Why dont you GURUS open a thread of HOW TO UNBRICK GALAXY S3.
What are all the components and hardware needed and a how to tutorial....
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Sounds like someone bricked their phone.
|Trolling With A Smile|
Jamin13 said:
Sounds like someone bricked their phone.
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NO, dont go so fast, I just want to learn...
How to unbrick galaxy s3
OK. As far as I know.... This is so far the Only method to UNBRICK Galaxy S3.
1. Purchase a USB Jig Dongle For Samsung Galaxy S III S3 GT-I9300 Download Mode unbrick
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrZUrE5Nqj0
2.This USB jig can only bring your phones into Download Mode. It CANNOT reset your phone binary counter and remove yellow triangle..
3.Usage:
1. Turn off your phone and pull out the battery for about 10-15 seconds.
2. Just put the battery back and don’t turn it on.
3. Plug the USB Jig into the micro USB port on the phone.
4. After about 2-3 seconds, you can see the yellow download mode logo on the screen.
5. Unplug the USB Jig.
6. Connect your phone with USB cable to computer and then flash your phone via the program “odin"
It does not work with latest European Version 2.34, you have to return your device to old version to use.
Software bricking is nearly impossible, if getting bootloops or only booting into recovery there is in most cases the way about using odin to flash back to stock
And there is already a thread about changing a broken screen, use the search
kirE_2o1o said:
Software bricking is nearly impossible, if getting bootloops or only booting into recovery there is in most cases the way about using odin to flash back to stock
And there is already a thread about changing a broken screen, use the search
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Hardware unbrick
NDUTU said:
Hardware unbrick
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Might be good to note that the jig method will only work on a softbrick.
Hardbricked phones need either a replacement or a JTAG treatment.
Sent from my tricked out AOKP GT-I9300
S3
Jamin13 said:
Sounds like someone bricked their phone.
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I have a S3 Gt-I9305, what version is this. I see there are so many versions and am having a problem with the phone.
thanks
Rich32 said:
I have a S3 Gt-I9305, what version is this. I see there are so many versions and am having a problem with the phone.
thanks
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The version that has I9305 Q&A forum right next to this forum .
Why hijack a thread that is dead for nearly a year ??
jje
spamcakes said:
Might be good to note that the jig method will only work on a softbrick.
Hardbricked phones need either a replacement or a JTAG treatment.
Sent from my tricked out AOKP GT-I9300
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Actually, with the gs3 all you need is a 16gb class 10 sd card with a debrick.img.... the usb jig makes it easier so you dont have to press all the buttons or hook it up to the computer to get to DL mode... check out my last post on the unbrick your sprint gs3 thread...
!Led*Eyes! said:
Actually, with the gs3 all you need is a 16gb class 10 sd card with a debrick.img.... the usb jig makes it easier so you dont have to press all the buttons or hook it up to the computer to get to DL mode... check out my last post on the unbrick your sprint gs3 thread...
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Thread resurrect, much?
Good news that this is all you need now but as far as I know the information was correct as of the posting date in 2012.
Anyway I have moved on to the LG G2 now, my s3 was stolen
spamcakes said:
Thread resurrect, much?
Good news that this is all you need now but as far as I know the information was correct as of the posting date in 2012.
Anyway I have moved on to the LG G2 now, my s3 was stolen
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Oh wow! I guess thats what happens when posting in 2 similar threads simultaneously haha.. Blast from the past??? haha
Flash hard bricked phones with jtag.
no screen on switching phone. But can be connected via odin but cant be flashed with it.
cyb3rillusi0n said:
Flash hard bricked phones with jtag.
no screen on switching can be connected with odin but cant be flashed
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May I ask, what are you exactly trying to point out? If you have a blacked out screen, with no power, recovery or download mode then I suggest you take it to samsung service centre. JTAG does fix dead bootloaders but you will need some experience of soldiering and wiring.
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cyb3rillusi0n said:
Flash hard bricked phones with jtag.
no screen on switching can be connected with odin but cant be flashed
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is the recovery working? if that is the case , it will be easy
TheUnknownThing said:
May I ask, what are you exactly trying to point out? If you have a blacked out screen, with no power, recovery or download mode then I suggest you take it to samsung service centre. JTAG does fix dead bootloaders but you will need some experience of soldiering and wiring.
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I said if odin can detect it on a black screen. It can be fully repaired with JTAGging! If you go to samsung service centre they will say the board needs to be replaced and charge will be high if you are out of warranty. And yes you need to know some soldiering if you have the jtag box. Or else ask someone who can give this service.
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is the recovery working? if that is the case , it will be easy
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Written there no screen on switching on the phone.
NO DOWNLOAD MODE,
NO RECOVERY MODE.
cyb3rillusi0n said:
Written there no screen on switching on the phone.
NO DOWNLOAD MODE,
NO RECOVERY MODE.
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I see.. Before you do JTAG, do you have "some" knowledge of the JTAG Riff box? Yes the Samsung service center do rip people off .. However the JTAG box is not cheap whatsoever.
I fear I may have bricked my phone while trying to flash a custom rom. I had TWRP installed. I used it to flash LineageOS and everything seemed to be going correctly, but then I rebooted the device and it after showing the initial splash screen it just turned off again. It only shows the splash screen now if I hold down Volume down and the Power button for 20 seconds. It doesn't boot into recovery mode or download mode and I don't understand why. I don't know if there's anything that could be done in a situation like this, but if anyone might be able to help I'd really appreciate it. The device is still in warranty, but when you turn it on it says that it's not running stock software so I don't know good of an idea it would be to try to get a replacement unit. I've done that before, successfully with another samsung phone I had about 7 years ago.
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I fear I may have bricked my phone while trying to flash a custom rom. I had TWRP installed. I used it to flash LineageOS and everything seemed to be going correctly, but then I rebooted the device and it after showing the initial splash screen it just turned off again. It only shows the splash screen now if I hold down Volume down and the Power button for 20 seconds. It doesn't boot into recovery mode or download mode and I don't understand why. I don't know if there's anything that could be done in a situation like this, but if anyone might be able to help I'd really appreciate it. The device is still in warranty, but when you turn it on it says that it's not running stock software so I don't know good of an idea it would be to try to get a replacement unit. I've done that before, successfully with another samsung phone I had about 7 years ago.
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Seems it's completely bricked and will need to reflash in EDL mode
TheExploitedOne said:
Seems it's completely bricked and will need to reflash in EDL mode
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How do I boot into edl mode?
mimshipio said:
How do I boot into edl mode?
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Usually through test points in the back of your device. If your able to get into recovery/main OS try adb reboot edl. If not you can able make or buy a deep flash cable that sets the device into EDL mode
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Usually through test points in the back of your device. If your able to get into recovery/main OS try adb reboot edl. If not you can able make or buy a deep flash cable that sets the device into EDL mode
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I opened the device but there's no documentation on where the test points are. Will any EDL cable work? As I mentioned already, the device does not boot beyond the bootloader, no matter what.
mimshipio said:
I opened the device but there's no documentation on where the test points are. Will any EDL cable work? As I mentioned already, the device does not boot beyond the bootloader, no matter what.
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Yep it's definitely in EDL. When you plug it in do you see Qcom HS-USB 9008 (or 9006) or just Qcom USB bulk or similar? If so then that's a good sign that you can recover, but you'll need a programmer that works with your device. Yes a deep flash cable should do the trick if not already in edl
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Yep it's definitely in EDL. When you plug it in do you see Qcom HS-USB 9008 (or 9006) or just Qcom USB bulk or similar? If so then that's a good sign that you can recover, but you'll need a programmer that works with your device. Yes a deep flash cable should do the trick if not already in edl
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When I plug it in nothing happens at all. Thanks for the help. I think I'll buy a cable on amazon and see if it works :good:
mimshipio said:
When I plug it in nothing happens at all. Thanks for the help. I think I'll buy a cable on amazon and see if it works :good:
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Do you not see anything in device manager or hear a connection? Unless your on a different chipset because the PBL cannot be corrupt by software. You're welcome! If you need further help please do send me a PM and we can go from there
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Do you not see anything in device manager or hear a connection? Unless your on a different chipset because the PBL cannot be corrupt by software. You're welcome! If you need further help please do send me a PM and we can go from there
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When I plug it in nothing happens at all. If I try to turn it on while it's plugged, I get the charging screen but that's it.
mimshipio said:
When I plug it in nothing happens at all. If I try to turn it on while it's plugged, I get the charging screen but that's it.
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Hmm seems it can boot into the kernel. Do you know the specs of the device? If it's Qualcomm I can go have a look around and see what I can find to point you into the right direction
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Hmm seems it can boot into the kernel. Do you know the specs of the device? If it's Qualcomm I can go have a look around and see what I can find to point you into the right direction
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It's SoC is a proprietary Samsung chip. All Samsungs use proprietary chips afaik. The A10 uses the Exynos 7884.
mimshipio said:
It's SoC is a proprietary Samsung chip. All Samsungs use proprietary chips afaik. The A10 uses the Exynos 7884.
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I thought they would have implemented a special mode of operation if you got into a brick like that. If the device comes on with the charger then it's probably not fully bricked. I've seen other threads that have had the same issue so you may have to check them out
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I thought they would have implemented a special mode of operation if you got into a brick like that. If the device comes on with the charger then it's probably not fully bricked. I've seen other threads that have had the same issue so you may have to check them out
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Really? where have you seen other people with this issue? I've looked on the A10's forums but I found nothing. Could you send me some links?
mimshipio said:
Really? where have you seen other people with this issue? I've looked on the A10's forums but I found nothing. Could you send me some links?
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Try to look for other devices and search deeply good sir you may find what you need. I use Qualcomm devices because we have a special EDL mode and I have a programmer for all my devices to restore in the case of a hard brick like yours. I've been able to use custom tools to create a restore firmware like the Zone 2 (LG) and flash the device far enough to get it into download mode to flash the KDZ
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Really? where have you seen other people with this issue? I've looked on the A10's forums but I found nothing. Could you send me some links?
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You'll need to search with other devices or just in general. I seen posts about it being in some USB mode but Samsung probably don't have that implementation
Hello,
I am currently facing the same problem. Were you able to solve the problem?
I was using my phone like normal when it froze on me. I shut down my phone as I usually do when it freezes using the Power off + Vol Down. After turning the phone off, it refused to turn back on again, the light indicator for charging also does not work anymore when plugging in the charger. I did a bit of research and found out that it is possibly bricked. The way they suggested to fix this issue is to flash the phone with the stock rom. So here are the things I've tried:
1. Using SP Flash Tool (not really sure how this one is supposed to work, it is asking me for a "Scatter Loading File" which to my knowledge, isn't part of the ROM file I downloaded from xiaomi.)
2. Booting into EDL mode by shorting the pins and Using the official Mi Flash Tool (This one barely worked for me, it got into the process of flashing but asked me for an authorized Mi Account, after a few hours of research I found out that you can't get one.)
3. Changing the original firehose file with the modified version to bypass the authentication (Still asked me to authenticate)
4. Other Flash Tools (Qualtek, MiracleBox, Qualcomm Flash tool, etc. All failed)
Not really sure what to do at this point, I am unable to launch into fastboot or recovery, phone is completely unresponsive. The only thing that is giving me hope is that the phone is detected in the device manager of my pc as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM3). Is the phone dead or is it just bricked, all answers will be highly appreciated, Thanks in Advance
Take phone to authorized service center and let them try to fix it.
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Take phone to authorized service center and let them try to fix it.
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Well it is kind of the only possible way because Xiaomi locked down the EDL mode and render a phone truly as useful as a brick, when bricked, unless you sign in with a authorized mi account. Also 99 percent of time the people online claiming that they can fix the device, it is a scam.
However Xiaomi store will probably not fix the phone (it is 3 years old) for the OP (original poster) and try to convince him to move on to new Xiaomi phones because, Xiaomi will earn more...
LR7875 said:
Well it is kind of the only possible way because Xiaomi locked down the EDL mode and render a phone truly as useful as a brick, when bricked, unless you sign in with a authorized mi account. Also 99 percent of time the people online claiming that they can fix the device, it is a scam.
However Xiaomi store will probably not fix the phone (it is 3 years old) for the OP (original poster) and try to convince him to move on to new Xiaomi phones because, Xiaomi will earn more...
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would a motherboard replacement work?
vaizardsparagon said:
would a motherboard replacement work?
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1000000 percent this will work because by replacing the motherboard, your corrupt data and chips (fried EMMC flash storage) (and snapped snapdragon) will be replaced.
Exactly same thing happened with my Poco F1 on 20th Aug. It comes up as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM3) when connecting to my laptop.
What would be the cost for getting motherboard replaced? I want to be able to use my phone with minimal effect to its state before the issue happened. Want to avoid any resets.
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Exactly same thing happened with my Poco F1 on 20th Aug. It comes up as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM3) when connecting to my laptop.
What would be the cost for getting motherboard replaced? I want to be able to use my phone with minimal effect to its state before the issue happened. Want to avoid any resets.
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I'm afraid to say this but i think that your phone was stuck in EDL mode. here in my country the technicians offer remote EDL flash.. no success no payment transaction..
can someone please help hard bricked brand new moto edge nothing will do anything no matter what try black screen. i'll pay someone to help please!! thanks
ThirteenSeasons said:
can someone please help hard bricked brand new moto edge nothing will do anything no matter what try black screen. i'll pay someone to help please!! thanks
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If you have a pc, see if it's in EDL Mode
Is my device in EDL Mode?
sd_shadow said:
If you have a pc, see if it's in EDL Mode
Is my device in EDL Mode?
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it is so how do i fix please???!!1 i'll legit pay you whatever want lol
sd_shadow said:
If you have a pc, see if it's in EDL Mode
Is my device in EDL Mode?
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it is how do i fix
ThirteenSeasons said:
it is so how do i fix please???!!1 i'll legit pay you whatever want lol
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??
ThirteenSeasons said:
it is how do i fix
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You have 2 possible options
1. You can wait several days for the battery to die, then connect to a wall charger.
It may boot normally, this is the safest thing to try.
2. Use a blankflash there is one available for XT2061(burton) devices
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/burton/blankflash/
download the blankflash, unzip it and
run the blank-flash.bat
If the blankflash works, the device will reboot, you may need to reflash firmware with fastboot or LMSA
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You have 2 possible options
1. You can wait several days for the battery to die, then connect to a wall charger.
It may boot normally, this is the safest thing to try.
2. Use a blankflash there is one available for XT2061(burton) devices
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/burton/blankflash/
download the blankflash, unzip it and
run the blank-flash.bat
If the blankflash works, the device will reboot, you may need to reflash firmware with fastboot or LMSA
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I accidently flashed moto g power into it when it's edge +... What if neither of those fix it? It's been unplugged for days. Idk if the bttrys dead cause no screen... Do you think fixable ?
ThirteenSeasons said:
I accidently flashed moto g power into it when it's edge +... What if neither of those fix it? It's been unplugged for days. Idk if the bttrys dead cause no screen... Do you think fixable ?
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Ok, that's info you should have shared first.
Letting the battery die won't help.
Your only option is blank flash, but no guarantee that it'll work.