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Hello guys i am new here.. Can i root my phone without using pc?
Not on latest update
Envious_Data said:
Not on latest update
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thats sad
Akhayev said:
thats sad
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Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
Envious_Data said:
Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
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Yeah.. I bought my phone before few days.. I heard that you can root with locked bootloader
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
Envious_Data said:
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
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Can i update after root? Or the root will go?
Root will go after update
Envious_Data said:
Root will go after update
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Depends how you update. Just don't update with ota or pc companion.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2
2 Root phone
3 Install recovery for locked bootloader
4 Flash rooted 4.4.4 zip in recovery
5 latest firmware and root remains
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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tuktukscotty said:
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It's not really that hard and there are also of resources online that can guide you.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2 is required as noone had found a vulnerability with 4.4.4.
2 Root phone
For step 1 and 2, Have a look at this http://www.xda-developers.com/android/how-to-root-the-sony-xperia-z2-xda-developer-tv/
3 install recovery for lock bootloader
Have a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
4 install a 4.4.4 zip through recovery. I recommend this one as its basically stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-0-167-bug-free-t2929402
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It depends on how you want to root, you can root and permanently void your warrentg or you can root and keep your bootloader locked
As title really, can't really find a definitive answer.
It was a UK Tesco handset but unlocked to all, and still running the standard Moto stock firmware.
Any help would be appreciated.
Regards
junglebungle said:
As title really, can't really find a definitive answer.
It was a UK Tesco handset but unlocked to all, and still running the standard Moto stock firmware.
Any help would be appreciated.
Regards
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not sure about tesco but i got marshmallow on my xt1524 a few weeks back and i bought retail from argos so im guessing there will be an update for u
chandyy said:
not sure about tesco but i got marshmallow on my xt1524 a few weeks back and i bought retail from argos so im guessing there will be an update for u
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I just found this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66479281&postcount=113
Can I download that and just install it without rooting/custom recovery?
Regards
junglebungle said:
I just found this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66479281&postcount=113
Can I download that and just install it without rooting/custom recovery?
Regards
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Hmm I'm not sure sorry... for me I installed custom recovery relatively easily so I'd do that tbh
chandyy said:
Hmm I'm not sure sorry... for me I installed custom recovery relatively easily so I'd do that tbh
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I need to unlock bootloader and root for that though don't I? I don't want to root as I use banking apps/Sky Go and I will lose those.
junglebungle said:
I need to unlock bootloader and root for that though don't I? I don't want to root as I use banking apps/Sky Go and I will lose those.
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You can unlock bootloader, install TWRP and install 6.0 stock rom without rooting.
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You can unlock bootloader, install TWRP and install 6.0 stock rom without rooting.
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Thanks for the help man! I'll try this now.
I live in Syria and all we have limited options for phones so I was very excited to learn that a xiaomi dealer started selling a couple of models one of them being the Redmi Note 3 specially with my 4 years old Nexus 5 battery almost dying so I payed 200$ to buy this phone which is A LOT of money here only because I noticed how much Roms and Mods it has and now after about 10 days of buying it I still get the error when trying to unlock the boot loader at 50% "Current account is different from the account info on the device" even after trying all the tutorials I found about turning gps and find my phone and locating the phone on the map and using the developer Rom still the same result.
I really really need root and having the phone without even the ability to root makes it unusable but selling the phone will lose me most of the price since the brand is unknown in my country so I have to sell for much less than what I bought for
I'm writing this just to ask the xda people is there ANY way at all to save me from selling the phone because I like it but I just can't be without root I'm willing to pay money just please any solution
if there's nothing I'll just sell and probably never buy a Xiaomi product again in my life I know Xiaomi doesn't care but I just had to say it because I'm so angry
You don't need root to have the opportunity to install custom roms all you need is unlocked bootloader. I guess you tried unlock bootloader by official method and it doesn't work for you, so try unofficial method: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/method-miui-8-unlock-bootloader-twrp-t3529458 (with youtube video step by step)
انت اشتريتو من البحصة؟
You need to wait 15 days more.
Nasart said:
انت اشتريتو من البحصة؟
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اي نعم
czarek2371 said:
You don't need root to have the opportunity to install custom roms all you need is unlocked bootloader. I guess you tried unlock bootloader by official method and it doesn't work for you, so try unofficial method: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/method-miui-8-unlock-bootloader-twrp-t3529458 (with youtube video step by step)
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does this work on kate version?
czarek2371 said:
you don't need root to have the opportunity to install custom roms all you need is unlocked bootloader. I guess you tried unlock bootloader by official method and it doesn't work for you, so try unofficial method: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/method-miui-8-unlock-bootloader-twrp-t3529458 (with youtube video step by step)
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it worked thank you so much ❤❤
Salam brother, im sorry for whats going on in syria...
You should unlock it unofficially, because i have been doing it too.
Have you flashed the developer rom from the updater app? (from the phone itself)
You first need to have this rom on the device in order to unlock the bootloader. This will wipe all your phone's data.
@mshtob You have to wait 7 days more after getting unlock permissions. Unofficial version have some flaws,do read more about it. I recommend you to go back locked bootloader after 1month then try unlocking official way. Also when unlocked unofficially, do cross check before flashing firmware as some firmwares lock device. It will create more problems for u.
Regards
Stop getting mad like an underage kid my friend, you just need to unlock your bootloader officially being in a official ROM and it works without problems because I didt it a lot of times in different versions with the official method.
If you don't like Xiaomi don't buy their phones. Also 200 dollars isn't a lot, you will pay a lot of stuff in your life. Phones are a need, not a toy to install custom roms. If you like to test ROMs and stuff I encourage you to test with your Nexus 5 or get another Nexus/Motorola.
I also have a Nexus 5 btw.
After unlock unofficially you have to delete EMMC appsboot. bin in firmware update folder in any miui rom with the help of RAR App from play store, which relock your phone. And use this patched twrp
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6qi9i0uOR-BYnpaendYQ1BBRFE/view
Read
http://en.miui.com/thread-283146-1-1.html
You don't need to unlock your bootloader in order to flash any custom ROM. Just follow the instructions on the following thread, and you will be able to run all Kenzo custom Roms and kernels.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/kate-guide-install-lineage-os-locked-t3546154
arnokun95 said:
Have you flashed the developer rom from the updater app? (from the phone itself)
You first need to have this rom on the device in order to unlock the bootloader. This will wipe all your phone's data.
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Yes i did didn't help but everything has been working fine since i unlocked unofficially
herecomesmaggi said:
@mshtob You have to wait 7 days more after getting unlock permissions. Unofficial version have some flaws,do read more about it. I recommend you to go back locked bootloader after 1month then try unlocking official way. Also when unlocked unofficially, do cross check before flashing firmware as some firmwares lock device. It will create more problems for u.
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It's been 40 days no issues so far everything is great
Jaizu said:
Stop getting mad like an underage kid my friend, you just need to unlock your bootloader officially being in a official ROM and it works without problems because I didt it a lot of times in different versions with the official method.
If you don't like Xiaomi don't buy their phones. Also 200 dollars isn't a lot, you will pay a lot of stuff in your life. Phones are a need, not a toy to install custom roms. If you like to test ROMs and stuff I encourage you to test with your Nexus 5 or get another Nexus/Motorola.
I also have a Nexus 5 btw.
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Thanks your reply is really helpful so i should buy another phone sure how didn't i think of this
drmuruga said:
After unlock unofficially you have to delete EMMC appsboot. bin in firmware update folder in any miui rom with the help of RAR App from play store, which relock your phone. And use this patched twrp
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6qi9i0uOR-BYnpaendYQ1BBRFE/view
Read
http://en.miui.com/thread-283146-1-1.html
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I don't understand could you please tell me why i need this if twrp is working fine?
dustmalik said:
You don't need to unlock your bootloader in order to flash any custom ROM. Just follow the instructions on the following thread, and you will be able to run all Kenzo custom Roms and kernels.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/kate-guide-install-lineage-os-locked-t3546154
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That's pretty cool but i already have twrp and already switched between several roms so I'm not sure i need this anymore
@mshtob Dude, use this method to OFFICIALLY unlock, with this tutorial:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/successfully-officially-unlocked-redmi-t3543150
Tested and worked PERFECT for me, Kate device!
rafaelbrunner said:
@mshtob Dude, use this method to OFFICIALLY unlock, with this tutorial:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/successfully-officially-unlocked-redmi-t3543150
Tested and worked PERFECT for me, Kate device!
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I already unlocked 40 days ago
1- Unlock Bootloader
2- Install TWRP - https://forum.xda-developers.com/z2-play/development/twrp-3-1-1-0-moto-g5-plus-albus-t3622593
3- Install Magisk 13.3 Mod (Thks Junior Passos) - https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195922735
Thks: Junior Passos, Santhosh M
After doing this will it be possible to apply OTAs?
romhippo.com said:
After doing this will it be possible to apply OTAs?
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In most devices when you get the device rooted, you don't receive OTAs
core720 said:
1- Unlock Bootloader
2- Install TWRP - https://forum.xda-developers.com/z2-play/development/twrp-3-1-1-0-moto-g5-plus-albus-t3622593
3- Install Magisk 13.3 Mod (Thks Junior Passos) - https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195922735
Thks: Junior Passos, Santhosh M
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I thought the TWRP version you linked is not working properly. Are you saying that it works, now?
That TWRP won't work on some models, I have flashed it on my xt1710-09 and it got stuck on the initial TWRP boot logo.
Good evening. What is the root and hotspot status if you don't mind me asking? I'm thinking of picking up this phone tomorrow
ch99tj said:
Good evening. What is the root and hotspot status if you don't mind me asking? I'm thinking of picking up this phone tomorrow
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afaik, they're all rootable except the verizon variant...
hotspot...? if you mean, using your data network as a wifi hotspot - unless there's some kind of issue hosting a wifi network while rooted, this device does let you host.
unerds said:
afaik, they're all rootable except the verizon variant...
hotspot...? if you mean, using your data network as a wifi hotspot - unless there's some kind of issue hosting a wifi network while rooted, this device does let you host.
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If you buy the phone directly from Motorola/Lenovo, you can put a Verison SIM in and then you can also unlock the bootloader. Takes longer but if you really want to unlock it, this would be the only way I know.
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That TWRP won't work on some models, I have flashed it on my xt1710-09 and it got stuck on the initial TWRP boot logo.
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Hello, I have unlock my Moto Z2 play successfully.
I installed TWRP 3.1.1.0 as specified. However, it gets stocked on the Teamwin blue screen and can't do anything from there than reboot.
Any idea how to solve this problem. Thanks a lot
sergef94 said:
Hello, I have unlock my Moto Z2 play successfully.
I installed TWRP 3.1.1.0 as specified. However, it gets stocked on the Teamwin blue screen and can't do anything from there than reboot.
Any idea how to solve this problem. Thanks a lot
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Use the 64-bit twrp in the other thread.
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Use the 64-bit twrp in the other thread.
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Thanks a lot, appreciated. I will try to locate that thread. Best
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sergef94 said:
Thanks a lot, appreciated. I will try to locate that thread. Best
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Great. You save me a lot of time. It works.
Cheers
Sorry guys, I'm thinking about buying this phone with a carrier, so I will have 30 months of warranty covering everything. If I unlock the bootloader and flash the recovery I will lose it. Does anyone know how to find the factory image or backup the stock system (recovery and everything) to restore it to stock in case of problems? Thanks in advance
I have the XT1710-10 Dual SIM variant of the Moto Z2 Play, what should i do to succesfully root the phone. Can somebody guide me in detail ?
and i am not clear about this 32 bit and 64 bit twrp
pizza_pablo said:
I thought the TWRP version you linked is not working properly. Are you saying that it works, now?
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How to unlock bootloader of Moto z2 play???? Please tell:crying:
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a/action/auth
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How to unlock bootloader of Moto z2 play???? Please tell:crying:
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sergef94 said:
Hello, I have unlock my Moto Z2 play successfully.
I installed TWRP 3.1.1.0 as specified. However, it gets stocked on the Teamwin blue screen and can't do anything from there than reboot.
Any idea how to solve this problem. Thanks a lot
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Help me to unlock my Moto z2 play
I tried in this way.......but some error occurred.....:crying:
[email protected] said:
Help me to unlock my Moto z2 play
I tried in this way.......but some error occurred.....:crying:
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Which way? What error?... You must go to Motorola's unlock bootloader page (@pizza_pablo kindly shared the link for you already) and >precisely< follow instructions. You can also search for "unlock bootloader Motorola" here or in YouTube. There's aplenty of video tutorials, plus every single Moto device since Moto G requires the very same procedure, so you can follow any. Good luck and don't cry; you'll notice that unlocking is the easiest part.
One more thing: I strongly suggest you to research as much as you can about the subject >first< (it clearly looks like the first time for you) especially on Moto Z2 Play rooting and very especially on Oreo rooting. There's a bit of confusion there.
Sent from my Moto Z2 Play using XDA Labs
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Use the 64-bit twrp in the other thread.
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So, can we use 64 bit TWRP on 32 bit OS?
Sent from my Moto Z2 Play using XDA Labs
How to unlock bootloader on Z2 play (Verizon)
core720 said:
1- Unlock Bootloader
2- Install TWRP - https://forum.xda-developers.com/z2-play/development/twrp-3-1-1-0-moto-g5-plus-albus-t3622593
3- Install Magisk 13.3 Mod (Thks Junior Passos) - https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195922735
Thks: Junior Passos, Santhosh M
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I am using Motorola Z2 play (Verizon) which I tried to unlock but Motorola website says this device can not be rooted.. I want to root my phone so that I can make image of internal memory and can scan deleted photos to recover them.
Please help me and guide me how I can do that. Please tell me steps by steps as i am not very much fimilar with rooting techniques.
Also guide me how to recover phone internal memeory deleted images and repair corrupted images taken by phone camera.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Adnan
adnan_khattak6 said:
I am using Motorola Z2 play (Verizon) which I tried to unlock but Motorola website says this device can not be rooted.. I want to root my phone so that I can make image of internal memory and can scan deleted photos to recover them.
Please help me and guide me how I can do that. Please tell me steps by steps as i am not very much fimilar with rooting techniques.
Also guide me how to recover phone internal memeory deleted images and repair corrupted images taken by phone camera.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Adnan
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Yerah...Verizon phones are always locked down, unless you have a Pixel. That's precisely why I dropped them like a bad habit. Well, that AND the fact that they are the most expensive cell provider out there.
Does the miunlock tool not work for black shark 3pro???
as I know, it doesnt, so the only way is using unofficial ways
So xiaomi has officially stopped unlocking bootloader's? Why would anyone bother with them?
VZTech said:
So xiaomi has officially stopped unlocking bootloader's? Why would anyone bother with them?
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no, xiaomi never officially allowed bootloader unlocking on black shark phones
(Mi, Redmi, Poco are all able to use the mi unlock tool)
omer919 said:
no, xiaomi never officially allowed bootloader unlocking on black shark phones
(Mi, Redmi, Poco are all able to use the mi unlock tool)
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Wow, didn't realize that. Guess I'm not buying one. Thanks.
VZTech said:
Wow, didn't realize that. Guess I'm not buying one. Thanks.
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Why dont you just wait for global version with global rom? do you must have root?
omer919 said:
Why dont you just wait for global version with global rom? do you must have root?
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I can get the global, yes, need root.
Does anyone know how the unlock is actually being done? He flashing new bootloader? Anyone have pics of unlocked bl? Maybe I could reverse engineer it, make it free for everyone
VZTech said:
Does anyone know how the unlock is actually being done? He flashing new bootloader? Anyone have pics of unlocked bl? Maybe I could reverse engineer it, make it free for everyone
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need unlock binary file which will be handed after they get phone token
Guys that guy scamled a lot of bs owners be aware dont send money before unlocking and he charges a lot if you dont ask to lower so some users got it done for 10 bucks and others for 50 or 60usd, i have twrpband global rom so you need only to unlock you bootloader
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Guys that guy scamled a lot of bs owners be aware dont send money before unlocking and he charges a lot if you dont ask to lower so some users got it done for 10 bucks and others for 50 or 60usd, i have twrpband global rom so you need only to unlock you bootloader
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Which global rom have you got?
I can say I used the guy with the telegram number here on xda and it worked. Took 20 minutes tops, bootloader unlocked on the Chinese model and now have global installed, everything works. Everyone may not want to pay $80 but I did and don't regret it at all.
TechSoft said:
I can say I used the guy with the telegram number here on xda and it worked. Took 20 minutes tops, bootloader unlocked on the Chinese model and now have global installed, everything works. Everyone may not want to pay $80 but I did and don't regret it at all.
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Do you still get OTA?
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Do you still get OTA?
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I have no idea. I have twrp and a unlocked bootloader so if not I can always flash them.
But that said. Everything works and I'm on the latest that I can find online.
So all is good.
Have to say it made a huge difference over the Chinese rom
TechSoft said:
I have no idea. I have twrp and a unlocked bootloader so if not I can always flash them.
But that said. Everything works and I'm on the latest that I can find online.
So all is good.
Have to say it made a huge difference over the Chinese rom
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Can you screenshot your software version ?
Can you give me the boot.img?
TechSoft said:
I have no idea. I have twrp and a unlocked bootloader so if not I can always flash them.
But that said. Everything works and I'm on the latest that I can find online.
So all is good.
Have to say it made a huge difference over the Chinese rom
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Does it support Widevine L1?
TechSoft said:
I can say I used the guy with the telegram number here on xda and it worked. Took 20 minutes tops, bootloader unlocked on the Chinese model and now have global installed, everything works. Everyone may not want to pay $80 but I did and don't regret it at all.
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I introduced that guy to you guys but ibdont want ppl get scammed thats all coz he unlocked my device for 24 usd and told me to keep it between us coz he wants to charge 50 usd at least only for unlocking but this should be free or at least at a reasonable price 5 to 10 usd but he is veery greedy
TechSoft said:
I have no idea. I have twrp and a unlocked bootloader so if not I can always flash them.
But that said. Everything works and I'm on the latest that I can find online.
So all is good.
Have to say it made a huge difference over the Chinese rom
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Can you teach us or give us please??
TechSoft said:
I have no idea. I have twrp and a unlocked bootloader so if not I can always flash them.
But that said. Everything works and I'm on the latest that I can find online.
So all is good.
Have to say it made a huge difference over the Chinese rom
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What sort of diferences did you see between them?
I have the Chinese phone and im having some issues when playing pokemon go, GPS doesnt seem to be precise enough.