We are discussing the lock problem for so long, can someone explain what the lock is (technically)?
where is it located?
why does the flashing of a new ROM not override the lock?
why is there a major difference between the unlock technique for the Blueangel devices that doesn't allow for an "upgrade" to the unlock program from the older devices?
is anyone working on an unlock for the Blueangel?
Thanks,
David G. Fret
P.S. - Sorry for the cross thread (I first posted it on a news article by mistake)...
Hi Folks!
Is there any chance to unlock the phone using a software or something or do I need to buy that unlock code?
Thanks in advance!
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Use search to find your answer, it's been answered before.
We need a dev to figure out how to unlock our bootloaders!!! I know its possible but I dont have the knowledge or the tools to get it done, but I know there is someone out there that does. We need to find that person
I also read that you will lost Bravia Engine 2 and void warranty.
yes, but you could always just relock. i mean isnt that what android is all about... customization and options
skinsfanbdh said:
We need a dev to figure out how to unlock our bootloaders!!! I know its possible but I dont have the knowledge or the tools to get it done, but I know there is someone out there that does. We need to find that person
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Its still early days. I think its only a matter of time before someone figures this out :beer:
Hi everyone,
A week ago I purchased a MI5. I'm on MIUI 8.1.2.0 global stable ROM.
Actually it feels like a prisoner without having root access on my device. So I need to root it ASAP.
The problem begins here. I need to unlock the boot loader first. I just heard that after MIUI 7.5 Xiaomi refuses all the unlocking request from stable ROM. Then how can I unlock my bootloader ?
Can anyone give me a tutorial of unlocking bootloader of MI5 running MIUI 8.1.2.0 Global | Stable ?
Please let me know how to get an unlocked bootloader and get me out of this prison. ??
[ I attached my About Phone Screen. ]
rhrokib said:
Hi everyone,
Please let me know how to get an unlocked bootloader and get me out of this prison.
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I can't post links yet, but do a search on google for "mi devices bootloader unlocking faq". Click on the first link from the search result. There should be enough info on that page to get you started.
rhrokib said:
Hi everyone,
A week ago I purchased a MI5. I'm on MIUI 8.1.2.0 global stable ROM.
Actually it feels like a prisoner without having root access on my device. So I need to root it ASAP.
The problem begins here. I need to unlock the boot loader first. I just heard that after MIUI 7.5 Xiaomi refuses all the unlocking request from stable ROM. Then how can I unlock my bootloader ?
Can anyone give me a tutorial of unlocking bootloader of MI5 running MIUI 8.1.2.0 Global | Stable ?
Please let me know how to get an unlocked bootloader and get me out of this prison.
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What? I bought mine a month ago and just used the english version of the xiaomi site for the unlocking request
lukypuie said:
What? I bought mine a month ago and just used the english version of the xiaomi site for the unlocking request
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You were in MIUI 8.1 ?
with Global Stock ROM ?
croweater said:
I can't post links yet, but do a search on google for "mi devices bootloader unlocking faq". Click on the first link from the search result. There should be enough info on that page to get you started.
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I just did. It helped me but didn't give my solution. Thanks anyway. ?
Same case with me
for the unlock procedure start from here: http://en.miui.com/unlock/
...with a working MIUI account (on your phone) you make the request, and the waiting time will be from 1 day to xyz days.
Two advices: 1) in the "why you want to unlock" put the real reason and do not do a copy&paste because refusal from xiaomi is -in such cases- possible; 2) set up your 64bit computer with the proper drivers (windoze is a b####).
Note: Sometimes the sms will not arrive (carrier problems), so check the unlock software to see if you are good to go.
For the flashing guides and roms here: http://en.miui.com/download-299.html
And here is the english forum of the miui: http://en.miui.com/forum-92-1.html
So, while you are waiting for the approval, do a search here on xda and there on miui for the best practice to do what you need.
glogal said:
for the unlock procedure start from here: http://en.miui.com/unlock/
...with a working MIUI account (on your phone) you make the request, and the waiting time will be from 1 day to xyz days.
Two advices: 1) in the "why you want to unlock" put the real reason and do not do a copy&paste because refusal from xiaomi is -in such cases- possible; 2) set up your 64bit computer with the proper drivers (windoze is a b####).
Note: Sometimes the sms will not arrive (carrier problems), so check the unlock software to see if you are good to go.
For the flashing guides and roms here: http://en.miui.com/download-299.html
And here is the english forum of the miui: http://en.miui.com/forum-92-1.html
So, while you are waiting for the approval, do a search here on xda and there on miui for the best practice to do what you need.
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Thank you sir.
I already applied to Xiaomi. Now it's waiting time.
i have the same problem, i want install xiaomi.eu rom and waiting for approved unlock bootloader.
Please write when you get approved to unlock.
bastard79 said:
i have the same problem, i want install xiaomi.eu rom and waiting for approved unlock bootloader.
Please write when you get approved to unlock.
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It took 4 days for me.
Now I'm unlocked.
glogal said:
for the unlock procedure start from here: http://en.miui.com/unlock/
...with a working MIUI account (on your phone) you make the request, and the waiting time will be from 1 day to xyz days.
Two advices: 1) in the "why you want to unlock" put the real reason and do not do a copy&paste because refusal from xiaomi is -in such cases- possible; 2) set up your 64bit computer with the proper drivers (windoze is a b####).
Note: Sometimes the sms will not arrive (carrier problems), so check the unlock software to see if you are good to go.
For the flashing guides and roms here: http://en.miui.com/download-299.html
And here is the english forum of the miui: http://en.miui.com/forum-92-1.html
So, while you are waiting for the approval, do a search here on xda and there on miui for the best practice to do what you need.
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specially thanks.
Can't root my Mi5
Did you manage to root your phone?
I have the exact same situation, where I managed to unlock my phone by I still don't have root. There is security app does not have the "root access" option in the "permissions" menu
I tried flashing the the latest miui global dev rom as explained here en.miui.com/thread-267361-1-1.html, but I get a "Can't verify update! You're allowed to flash the newest develop version published by miui from stable version only" message.
This is for the people who use Indian variant.If you want your boot locker to be unlocked then you can visit the customer care service there they will unlock it for you and give you the unlock key aswell.
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This is for the people who use Indian variant.If you want your boot locker to be unlocked then you can visit the customer care service there they will unlock it for you and give you the unlock key aswell.
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You mean if we take the phone to the service centre they'll unlock it? Cool
But it'd be better to move the thread to the discussion section as people might think you're asking how to get the unlock code since it's in the question & answers section ?