just got my custom moto x and i tryed towel root and mac ox 2.02 verson somehow still no root can someone lend a had please
g4ess said:
just got my custom moto x and i tryed towel root and mac ox 2.02 verson somehow still no root can someone lend a had please
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Try this instead:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...ieroot-motorola-devices-t2825059/post54336978
thank you
samwathegreat said:
Try this instead:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...ieroot-motorola-devices-t2825059/post54336978
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i did this but i feel as though it was patched cause i am on 4.4.3
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i did this but i feel as though it was patched cause i am on 4.4.3
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Yep, we had suspected that 4.4.3 patched the exploits. We pretty much KNOW that 4.4.4 is completely immune to them. It was worth a shot though... :/
Thanks for the confirmation. Just for reference, which variant do you have?
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Yep, we had suspected that 4.4.3 patched the exploits. We pretty much KNOW that 4.4.4 is completely immune to them. It was worth a shot though... :/
Thanks for the confirmation. Just for reference, which variant do you have?
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is it possible to downgrade to 4.4.2
Lol guinea pig ?
g4ess said:
is it possible to downgrade to 4.4.2
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No you never want to downgrade unless you want a brick
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rocketsaucev2 said:
Lol guinea pig ?
No you never want to downgrade unless you want a brick
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why would it brick just asking ?
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Yep, we had suspected that 4.4.3 patched the exploits. We pretty much KNOW that 4.4.4 is completely immune to them. It was worth a shot though... :/
Thanks for the confirmation. Just for reference, which variant do you have?
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I have the AT&T usa dev
I have the xt1053 model if that means anythingb
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g4ess said:
I have the xt1053 model if that means anythingb
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You -could- attempt to downgrade, but realize that it is NOT ADVISED, and you CAN/WILL Likely brick your device, either now or in the future.
If I can't talk you out of it, whatever you do, DO NOT flash gpt.bin or motoboot.img from the 4.4.2 SBF.
If you downgrade anyways (ignoring our advice) and it works, realize that if you accept an OTA in the future, you will likely brick at that point.
If you are successful, you probably will be able to root using the new exploit, but DO NOT recommend other users to do it! (You don't want to be responsible for others' bricking their devices, right?)
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Good Luck.
thanks man I just did some reading on the xt1053 model the boot loader was not updated from 4.4.2 -4.4.3 so I feel I am safe trying this for now
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g4ess said:
thanks man I just did some reading on the xt1053 model the boot loader was not updated from 4.4.2 -4.4.3 so I feel I am safe trying this for now
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Even so, DON'T flash gpt.bin from the 4.4.2 SBF
DON'T use RSD-LITE (it WILL attempt to flash gpt.bin)
And don't say I didn't warn you.
g4ess said:
I have the xt1053 model if that means anythingb
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Dude!!!! I wish I noticed this earlier, but if you have an XT1053, (and not XT1058), you can UNLOCK the BOOTLOADER, for FREE on Motorola's Website!!!
Unlocking the BL is far superior to -any- of these 'exploits'. It will allow you to have PERMANENT root, even on the latest (and future) updates.
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
Gosh, I hope you didn't actually try to downgrade.....if you did try, you should download the ENTIRE 4.4.3 SBF, flash back to 100% stock 4.4.3, and unlock your BL. Then flash TWRP custom recovery, and it will root your device for you. Its that easy.
Write protect will be disabled too! So you can write to /system, and root will be persistent. (You DON'T get that using any of the exploits)
Good Luck!!! :good:
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thanks man I just did some reading on the xt1053 model the boot loader was not updated from 4.4.2 -4.4.3 so I feel I am safe trying this for now
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bootloader (motoboot.img) might not have changed, but partition table (GPT.BIN) did. so the brick risk is there.
As @samwathegreat mentioned, since you have the XT1053, you can get your bootloader unlock code directly from Moto's web site and easily root after unlocking your bootloader, no matter what Moto ROM should be on your phone. (even 4.4.3 and 4.4.4, and future).
The only thing... If you have a real Dev Edition (says Developer Edition on the back, has a black face, woven white back) XT1053, unlocking the bootloader does not void your warranty. If you have any other XT1053 just requesting the code to unlock your bootloader DOES void the warranty.
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I have the AT&T usa dev
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Hmmm... I laughed a bit after seeing those three letters at the end
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Hmmm... I laughed a bit after seeing those three letters at the end
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Yeah, I was confused as well. "dev" could mean "developer", OR "device"?
Also confusing is that the XT1053 is NOT an AT&T device at all! (Although it CAN be used on AT&T - it's not an AT&T-branded device....which would be the XT1058).
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Just use this guide.....first the unlocking your bootloader section. Then the root unlocked bootloader section.
Easy.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2603358
well do this when I get home today thanks for all the help guys'.
also so is this device unlocked since its not branded att
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g4ess said:
well do this when I get home today thanks for all the help guys'.
also so is this device unlocked since its not branded att
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It is SIM-Unlocked already, yes. This means you can use it on T-Mobile, AT&T, or any other GSM carrier.
It is NOT bootloader unlocked until you follow the steps in the link @KJ Posted. It IS Bootloader-unlockABLE, but you must do the steps (request code & use fastboot to unlock) in order to get it "Boot-Loader unlockED".
See: "What Devices Can Unlock Their Bootloader" in the thread @KJ linked you to.
Good Luck
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So it seems there is not simple VROOT or Kingo Android ROOT style rooting available for those who don't want to unlock the boot loader.
Anyone came across anything similar that works?
I'm aware of this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588331 and the instruction in there, this is not quite the same as what I'm looking for.
Not yet.
I just want to ask this though. If unlocking doesn't break anything anymore why are you guys not willing to unlock.
On one side there are users who bash the manufacturers all year long just to get their devices unlocked, to no avail. Then some super awesome dev comes by with a Santa stick and pwns the bootloaders. (ex-AtrixHD user). And there are those who have unlockable bootloaders but don't want to unlock. I do not understand why really...This is my first unlockable phone. Unlocked my N7 2013 one month from purchase. Never have been happier.
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Not yet.
I just want to ask this though. If unlocking doesn't break anything anymore why are you guys not willing to unlock.
On one side there are users who bash the manufacturers all year long just to get their devices unlocked, to no avail. Then some super awesome dev comes by with a Santa stick and pwns the bootloaders. (ex-AtrixHD user). And there are those who have unlockable bootloaders but don't want to unlock. I do not understand why really...This is my first unlockable phone. Unlocked my N7 2013 one month from purchase. Never have been happier.
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Simple pragmatism, the only thing I want is root access, no flushing any ROMs or anything of that nature
obender said:
Simple pragmatism, the only thing I want is root access, no flushing any ROMs or anything of that nature
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Okay. I'd like the same too just for App Ops/Greenify. I love stock. But there's no one click solution yet.
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BreakShadow said:
Okay. I'd like the same too just for App Ops/Greenify. I love stock. But there's no one click solution yet.
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By the way for those who want one click boot loader unlock here is one:
http://www.kingoapp.com/sony-bootloader-unlock.htm
didn't try it myself for the obvious reasons
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So it seems there is not simple VROOT or Kingo Android ROOT style rooting available for those who don't want to unlock the boot loader.
Anyone came across anything similar that works?
I'm aware of this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588331 and the instruction in there, this is not quite the same as what I'm looking for.
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obender said:
Simple pragmatism, the only thing I want is root access, no flushing any ROMs or anything of that nature
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Okay. I'd like the same too just for App Ops/Greenify. I love stock. But there's no one click solution yet.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988
Otherwise just downgrade to .257, then update back to .290 OTA
Some other helpful links:
http://techbeasts.com/2013/12/18/how-to-unlock-bootloader-of-sony-xperia-devices-guide/
Otherwise you'll be waiting a while
TagEHeuer said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988
Otherwise just downgrade to .257, then update back to .290 OTA
Some other helpful links:
http://techbeasts.com/2013/12/18/how-to-unlock-bootloader-of-sony-xperia-devices-guide/
Otherwise you'll be waiting a while
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OTA to 290 is useless. You only get partial root and that means you don't have much to do.
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OTA to 290 is useless. You only get partial root and that means you don't have much to do.
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Agreed. It's better to flash a pre-rooted stock-ish ROM from the dev forum.
xasbo said:
Agreed. It's better to flash a pre-rooted stock-ish ROM from the dev forum.
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Useless, I already tried iHackers (pre-rooted stock-ish) on locked bootloader and got partial root access because Sony's RIC is in the kernel now. So whatever you do, you will only get partial root unless (somehow) you disable it. And currently there's no way to do it with a locked bootloader.
Regards,
~J2C
are we likely to ever see a 1 click root for 4.3?????
4.4 Kitkat will be out soon, make sense to whoever makes these 1click roots to just wait for 4.4Kitkat.
i stuck with 4.2 for now. locked BL and nothing on 4.3 to get excited about. rooted.4.2 is better. ill happily wait for 4.4
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Useless, I already tried iHackers (pre-rooted stock-ish) on locked bootloader and got partial root access because Sony's RIC is in the kernel now. So whatever you do, you will only get partial root unless (somehow) you disable it. And currently there's no way to do it with a locked bootloader.
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Have a look at this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49096314&postcount=16
Seems legit, but I have not tried it.
I'm not familiar with the Moto x xt1053 at all, I've been doing some searching using tapatalk so it's not the easiest.
What I'm trying to figure out is if there's a full root method and a tether app that runs off of my phone data rather than my hotspot plan. Also if there's anything else I should know I'm getting myself into. Thank you in advance.
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Nickdroid86 said:
I'm not familiar with the Moto x xt1053 at all, I've been doing some searching using tapatalk so it's not the easiest.
What I'm trying to figure out is if there's a full root method and a tether app that runs off of my phone data rather than my hotspot plan. Also if there's anything else I should know I'm getting myself into. Thank you in advance.
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The XT1053 is either the GSM Developer Edition or the GSM "unlocked" (includes T-Mobile SIM) from Moto Maker.
You can unlock the bootloader on it via Motorola's web site, but unless you have the Developer Edition, you void your warranty. Once the bootloader is unlocked, you can root any rom version on there.
IF you get the Non-Dev Edition and do not want to unlocked (so you keep your warranty), then you have to worry about what rom is on your phone. If it already has 4.4.2 installed, you can't root it with a locked bootloader. If you have 4.4 or lower, you can root, but do NOT take the update to 4.4.2. For more details see what I've already typed over in this thread -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/moto-x-qa/-t2702982
As for tethering, there are various options once you root depending on your carrier.
Thank you got the info! How do I know if it's the dev edition or not? If it's already on 4.4.2 can I downgrade like I would using Odin with my Samsung?
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Thank you got the info! How do I know if it's the dev edition or not? If it's already on 4.4.2 can I downgrade like I would using Odin with my Samsung?
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Dev edition is black face, woven white back, silver accents (button/camera ring) and says "Developer Edition" on the back. "GSM Unlocked' wont say Dev Edition on back, and can be black or other color backs.
as for downgrade, please take the time and use the LINK I supplied, its answered over there.
Awesome, thank you again. This one is a white front and a blue back with green camera ring, trading my lte s3 for it.
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Nickdroid86 said:
Awesome, thank you again. This one is a white front and a blue back with green camera ring, trading my lte s3 for it.
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Its not dev edition. Then again, the warranty is non-transferrable... so unless the person you are getting it from is a friend/family member who could send it for warranty repair later, the warranty wouldn't apply to you so unlocking wouldn't impact you.
I'm not worried about a warranty at all. So basically, from what I gather, I can root no matter what, but if it's on 4.4.2 I have to unlock the bootloader first?
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I'm not worried about a warranty at all. So basically, from what I gather, I can root no matter what, but if it's on 4.4.2 I have to unlock the bootloader first?
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Yup.. as said in the other thread, if its on 4.4 (or lower), you can use SlapMyMoto/MotoWpNoMo to root and disable write protection.
however, unlocking the bootloader & rooting is way way easier.
Awesome, I read it, just wanted to make sure I got it right. I appreciate the help!
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I also need to make sure it's not a clone...
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if your interested in root check out my thread here. it has all the guides you would need to unlocked bootloader, root phone and so forth. enjoy
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/ref-how-to-root-4-4-links-guides-t2603358
That was actually very quick and painless. I unlocked the bootloader and it was just like "hey, how's some root". I was like sure, and it was just rooted. Pretty sweet.
Youmobile shared this article in G+ today stating this root method works for 4.4.2 users. I thought one didn't exist yet?
http://www.youmobile.org/blogs/entry/Root-Moto-X-KitKat
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I think he meant 4.2.2...itd the same as the 4.4 root steps
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Discussed here -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/moto-x-qa/-t2710834
Step 11 tells you to downgrade the Bootloader (MOTOBOOT.IMG) and GPT.BIN which is part of the security stuff. Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't those the main components involved with bricking when trying to downgrade from 4.4.2 to 4.4 and lower?
And you'd still have Write Protection Enabled if you have a locked bootloader (so changes will be lost when you power off/on)
EDIT: And step 15 of that web page points you to the SlapMyMoto thread here on XDA... and we know that SlapMyMoto doesn't work on 4.4.2.
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Discussed here -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/moto-x-qa/-t2710834
Step 11 tells you to downgrade the Bootloader (MOTOBOOT.IMG) and GPT.BIN which is part of the security stuff. Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't those the main components involved with bricking when trying to downgrade from 4.4.2 to 4.4 and lower?
And you'd still have Write Protection Enabled if you have a locked bootloader (so changes will be lost when you power off/on)
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Oh... Didn't see that post.
Yeah I noticed that when reading through the steps.
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sivarticus85 said:
Oh... Didn't see that post.
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its ok.. that thread title isn't the most descriptive.
sivarticus85 said:
Oh... Didn't see that post.
Yeah I noticed that when reading through the steps.
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There is an aio utility in the original dev section.
Also could ss be installed with this limited yet to be published, root? Or this impactor? On 442 that is.
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There is an aio utility in the original dev section.
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the AIO untilities and root processes for 4.4 don't work on 4.4.2.
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Also could ss be installed with this limited yet to be published, root? Or this impactor? On 442 that is.
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Yes, rooted 4.4, and use safestrap for 4.4.2 is about the only option if you can't unlock your bootloader.
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the AIO untilities and root processes for 4.4 don't work on 4.4.2.
Yes, rooted 4.4, and use safestrap for 4.4.2 is about the only option if you can't unlock your bootloader.
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I meant: to go from 442 to the limited yet to be revealed root & install ss w/o write access.
In case anyone is wondering, I still tried it, and it doesn't work. Telnet doesn't work on 4.4.2.
I have root 4.2.2, bl locker locked Safe Straped xt1058att. ROMs will still hard brick me right?
Biom4st3r said:
I have root 4.2.2, bl locker locked Safe Straped xt1058att. ROMs will still hard brick me right?
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You can flash stock based ROMs (Eclipse, Krypton) with safestrap if you are rooted and have write protection disabled. But you will need to update the kernel and baseband to the 4.4.2 versions. See instructions on how to do that here: http://rootzwiki.com/topic/116025-romsafestrap-unlockedxt1060-stock-rooted-vzw-164552-kitkat-442/. You can also look in to unlocking your bootloader via the guy in China. That would allow you to flash AOSP based ROMs. See thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/general/china-middleman-t2751177
Thank you so much. I've tried the Chinese man but my phone is a 2013 build and he didn't have it
Also by flashing 4.4.2 like this I will keep the write protect bypass right?
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Thank you so much. I've tried the Chinese man but my phone is a 2013 build and he didn't have it
Also by flashing 4.4.2 like this I will keep the write protect bypass right?
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Correct. I was lucky enough to get my bootloader unlocked the first time around but before that I used this method and it worked great.
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The http://rootzwiki.com/topic/116025-romsafestrap-unlockedxt1060-stock-rooted-vzw-164552-kitkat-442/ uses a Verison Safestrap ROM I have an at&t phone is that ok for me to flash?
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The http://rootzwiki.com/topic/116025-romsafestrap-unlockedxt1060-stock-rooted-vzw-164552-kitkat-442/ uses a Verison Safestrap ROM I have an at&t phone is that ok for me to flash?
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I think it should work if you flash the att safestrap patch located in the krypton thread in the XDA dev section.
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Hi, I was going through the forums searching for a method to unlock the bootloader and root my phone. I wasn't able to find anything relevant. Could anyone please help me.
Details of my phone.
Moto X XT1052
Android 4.4.4
Bootloader locked
Thanks in advance.
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[email protected]¡[email protected]_S¡D said:
Hi, I was going through the forums searching for a method to unlock the bootloader and root my phone. I wasn't able to find anything relevant. Could anyone please help me.
Details of my phone.
Moto X XT1052
Android 4.4.4
Bootloader locked
Thanks in advance.
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here u go - http://www.phonearena.com/news/How-to-unlock-the-bootloader-on-Motorola-phones-Moto-X-Moto-G_id53876
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here u go - http://www.phonearena.com/news/How-to-unlock-the-bootloader-on-Motorola-phones-Moto-X-Moto-G_id53876
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I'll try this soon. What about rooting?
I was reading the thread in the general section they said that 4.4.4 can't be unlocked.
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[email protected]¡[email protected]_S¡D said:
I'll try this soon. What about rooting?
I was reading the thread in the general section they said that 4.4.4 can't be unlocked.
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it can be unlocked i also unlocked using 4.4.4 and verizon moto x cant be unlocked but our is retail uk which can be locked for rooting u need to first unlock the device then flash twrp recovery and from twrp recovery flash supersu by chainfire
Why you no read the stickies? Like this one in General section,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2826159
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Why you no read the stickies? Like this one in General section,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2826159
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For your kind information, I did go through and after seeing this I asked the question.
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Megatron007 said:
it can be unlocked i also unlocked using 4.4.4 and verizon moto x cant be unlocked but our is retail uk which can be locked for rooting u need to first unlock the device then flash twrp recovery and from twrp recovery flash supersu by chainfire
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Also can it be unrooted so that I can come back to stock so that I can receive OTA updates. I did keep a backup of my stock ROM.
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[email protected]¡[email protected]_S¡D said:
Also can it be unrooted so that I can come back to stock so that I can receive OTA updates. I did keep a backup of my stock ROM.
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it can be unrooted if u r rooted u will still get ota update
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For your kind information, I did go through and after seeing this I asked the question.
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And you didn't read the part just above that! Take a look closely at the UNLOCKED bootloader section... as it says...
"Don't know if your bootloader can be unlocked? See Post 70"
If you followed that advice, you'd have had your answer and not needed to ask the question.
It contains a little background so you can understand, then a link/info to Moto's site which has pretty much the same info/steps in the link @Megatron007 supplied to unlock the bootloader... and even says how to root after you've unlocked the bootloader.