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Hey XDA,
So today I got my N Preview 2 OTA update and everything is fine and great. However I went into dev settings today to make sure I had debugging and OEM unlocking on but, if seems the Allow OEM unlock button is grayed out. Is anyone else seeing this? It may even be stuck on the Allow setting but, I really can't tell and it's a bit concerning. Any help would be appreciated thanks!
http://imgur.com/YeWFcO0
I have to ask the obvious question. Is your device already unlocked?
dahawthorne said:
I have to ask the obvious question. Is your device already unlocked?
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Nope, status code 2 'locked' according to my bootloader.
He's right, I'm unlocked already and on np2 and I don't see OEM unlock in dev options either. They must be moving it to another location or something
Edit: I do see it now but you can't toggle the switch anymore
Sent from my Nexus 6 using XDA-Developers mobile app
looks like after the fiasco of the 1st preview that bricked phones during OTA & most of them have the bootloaders locked & OEM unlock in off position, this preview has put the oem unlock in default on position.
so if I am already unlocked and I flash the 2nd preview- am I OK? will the bootloader stay unlocked?
i believe so
looks like after the fiasco of the 1st preview that bricked phones during OTA & most of them have the bootloaders locked & OEM unlock in off position, this preview has put the oem unlock in default on position.
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That makes sense...the op screen shot shows the button slider to the right (on position), even though grayed out.
LittleJakub said:
so if I am already unlocked and I flash the 2nd preview- am I OK? will the bootloader stay unlocked?
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Yea, you're good. As long as you don't run the "fastboot oem lock" command through fastboot, your bootloader should always remain unlocked. Even if the "OEM Unlocking" toggle is switched off, an unlocked bootloader should remain unlocked.
I'm on NPC91K with a Nexus 6 and the "Allow OEM Unlock" option is grayed out and disabled for me. My phone is currently locked and Fastboot oem unlock does not work.
Griff Ellis said:
I'm on NPC91K with a Nexus 6 and the "Allow OEM Unlock" option is grayed out and disabled for me. My phone is currently locked and Fastboot oem unlock does not work.
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Thanks for checking that out. Officially concerned now
I tried out NPC91K yesterday and the "Allow OEM Unlock" option was also grayed out , but the button was in the enabled position. After a while i out back backup and bootloader is still unlocked. In Bootloader it says Device is Unlocked Status code 3.
I am in the same situation, my phone is locked and N preview 2 now oem unlock is greyed out and disabled, anybody can suggest a way to enable this, TIA.
droidguy22 said:
I am in the same situation, my phone is locked and N preview 2 now oem unlock is greyed out and disabled, anybody can suggest a way to enable this, TIA.
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Check out my post here on how to get around the oem unlock problem, and get back to marshmallow.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/help/command-device-corrupt-update-t3362317/page2
I can't unlock the bootloader becouse frp is lock. when I put oem on in development option, frp stay lock. Why Please help me
When I put fastboot oem unlock say remote command not allowed
Wire1122 said:
I can't unlock the bootloader becouse frp is lock. when I put oem on in development option, frp stay lock. Why Please help me
When I put fastboot oem unlock say remote command not allowed
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The switch "usb debugging on" likes to jump back again. You have to repeat the setting on the screenshot 3 to 4 times if you want to keep debugging.
ChinHon said:
The switch "usb debugging on" likes to jump back again. You have to repeat the setting on the screenshot 3 to 4 times if you want to keep debugging.
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debugging works. It is oem unlock development that not works in my case
Wire112233 said:
debugging works. It is oem unlock development that not works in my case
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Remove the google account or make a factoryreset.
Problem still there
Can you help me. Frp still locked. In Huawei support says me that the phone is ok
Wire112233 said:
Can you help me. Frp still locked. In Huawei support says me that the phone is ok
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You must unlock the phone by huawei unlockcode.
ChinHon said:
You must unlock the phone by huawei unlockcode.
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ok but command not allowed in fastboot becouse frp still locked
Is the oem now unlocked in developer options?
ChinHon said:
You must unlock the phone by huawei unlockcode.
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ChinHon said:
Is the oem now unlocked in developer options?
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yes
Then the unlocking must also work. Restart the pc, take another usb cable, restart the bootloader.
If that doesn't help, go to my root thread and follow the instructions for the UPDATE.APP from the last thread update.
ChinHon said:
Then the unlocking must also work. Restart the pc, take another usb cable, restart the bootloader.
If that doesn't help, go to my root thread and follow the instructions for the UPDATE.APP from the last thread update.
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I will try
Wire112233 said:
I will try
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the update is successfull installed but frp still locked such oem development option activated
Wire1122 said:
the update is successfull installed but frp still locked such oem development option activated
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"Developer options" - "OEM unlocking" must be ON, without this FRP will be locked.
GDStaff said:
"Developer options" - "OEM unlocking" must be ON, without this FRP will be locked.
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Oem unlocking is on but frp still lock
Problem solved. Disable oem unlock in development option. Factory reset the phone and reanable oem unlock. Now frp is unlocked
Hello I have a new Moto G6. I have enabled developer options and I've enabled OEM unlocking. But it doesn't seem to stay enabled between reboots? I just bought this yesterday. I'm trying to unlock the bootloader, but I can't unless OEM unlocking stays enabled. Am I missing something? I know there's currently no root for the G6, but still I think I should be able to unlock it, or am I mistaken?
jloh1963 said:
Hello I have a new Moto G6. I have enabled developer options and I've enabled OEM unlocking. But it doesn't seem to stay enabled between reboots? I just bought this yesterday. I'm trying to unlock the bootloader, but I can't unless OEM unlocking stays enabled. Am I missing something? I know there's currently no root for the G6, but still I think I should be able to unlock it, or am I mistaken?
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That just allows the bootloader to be unlocked. You still would need to actually unlock it following the unlocking guide thread in the guides section
dejello said:
That just allows the bootloader to be unlocked. You still would need to actually unlock it following the unlocking guide thread in the guides section
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Yes I know this is not root, this is just unlocking the bootloader, yes I do have a key from motorola. But I can't do anything if OEM unlocking will not persist between reboots. I'm just trying to unlock the bootloader. And yes it is unlocked for sims.
jloh1963 said:
Yes I know this is not root, this is just unlocking the bootloader, yes I do have a key from motorola. But I can't do anything if OEM unlocking will not persist between reboots. I'm just trying to unlock the bootloader. And yes it is unlocked for sims.
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I said nothing of root. Unless I am missing something from your original post, "Allow OEM unlocking" just allows the bootloader to be unlockable. After you tick it, reboot directly into fastboot mode (not back into android, that'll untick it again).
[GUIDE] Unlock Bootloader - This states after enabling OEM Unlock in settings (from within Android) to reboot into the bootloader (This guide says power off and then power back on while holding volume down, if you have debugging on you can just "adb reboot bootloader"). Rebooting back into Android with the bootloader still locked I believe does untick the OEM Unlock option.
ok thanks, I'll try again.
I have the XT 1925-6 US unlocked version. One of the first things I do with a new phone is to enable Developer Options and toggle OEM Unlock even though I may not Unlock the Bootloader right away.
The OEM Unlock toggle has stayed persistently on through numerous reboots with the Bootloader still locked.
Hmm.. Well I could have sworn I had seen what was described before, however it has been a while. I unlocked mine all in one go so I can't say. If it's supposed to stay on then I'd really be curious why it isn't for jloh
dejello said:
Hmm.. Well I could have sworn I had seen what was described before, however it has been a while. I unlocked mine all in one go so I can't say. If it's supposed to stay on then I'd really be curious why it isn't for jloh
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I tried it again and it worked, thanks. I guess I rebooted android at first. Thank you.
Hello
After many search on the Web, i have no response to my problem.
My LG V40 sprint refuse to access to fastboot.
Please help me
Mine either, I asked a couple times but no answer. Good luck.:good:
There is no fastboot for Sprint to go to....unless your bootloader is unlocked...
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
There is no fastboot for Sprint to go to....unless your bootloader is unlocked...
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There's your answer
Sent from my LM-V405 using Tapatalk
Thanks at all
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
There is no fastboot for Sprint to go to....unless your bootloader is unlocked...
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Mine is.
Droidman61 said:
Mine is.
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Then you should be getting the V35 bootloader/Fastboot.....
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
Then you should be getting the V35 bootloader/Fastboot.....
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Nope cant get to it, and my Sprint connection wont work. Out of Service Area Mobile Network is unavailable. If you know a way to get to it that would be great.:good:
I also have a v40 with the bootloader unlocked (can enable USB debugging in Developer tools), but whenever I try to boot to fastboot mode (either from recovery or adb) it just boots back to normal Android OS.
Were you ever able to figure this out?
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
There is no fastboot for Sprint to go to....unless your bootloader is unlocked...
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I have LG V40 Verizon and can i unlock bootloader?
robishavidze said:
I have LG V40 Verizon and can i unlock bootloader?
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Yes, just not officially
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
Yes, just not officially
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I unlocked it. It unlocked by Vlad
skippybosco said:
I also have a v40 with the bootloader unlocked (can enable USB debugging in Developer tools), but whenever I try to boot to fastboot mode (either from recovery or adb) it just boots back to normal Android OS.
Were you ever able to figure this out?
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The process to unlock your bootloader is a bit more "involved" than just simply flipping a switch..
Talysdaddy said:
The process to unlock your bootloader is a bit more "involved" than just simply flipping a switch..
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I've been on Android for 10 years, originally with the Galaxy S1 and many devices across multiple manufacturers.. The ability to "Enable OEM Unlock" at all has been a key indicator of whether the bootloder was unlocked. This was true for all of my devices, up to my LG v30 that I continue use for my daily driver.
The v40 was the first device that allowed me to enable OEM Unlock without the bootloader being unlocked, which is why I was confused.
Thanks for the reply.
I'm having the AT&T version (LM-V405UA), can I unlock its bootloader? I can't seem to be able to boot into fastboot mode though.. Weird.
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robishavidze said:
I unlocked it. It unlocked by Vlad
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Hi, how can I contact him?
skippybosco said:
I've been on Android for 10 years, originally with the Galaxy S1 and many devices across multiple manufacturers.. The ability to "Enable OEM Unlock" at all has been a key indicator of whether the bootloder was unlocked. This was true for all of my devices, up to my LG v30 that I continue use for my daily driver.
The v40 was the first device that allowed me to enable OEM Unlock without the bootloader being unlocked, which is why I was confused.
Thanks for the reply.
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Almost every Android I've had allowed me to enable OEM unlock....since for the most part it needs to be ticked on so that you can unlock it...
Ainz_Ooal_Gown said:
Almost every Android I've had allowed me to enable OEM unlock....since for the most part it needs to be ticked on so that you can unlock it...
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Right. That was my point as well.
https://en.droidwiki.org/wiki/OEM-Unlock
Enabling OEM Unlock itself does not unlock the bootloader, but you can not unlock the bootloader unless it is unlocked.
This is the first device I've used that allowed me to enable OEM Unlock, but DID NOT allow me to unlock the bootloder. For other devices that had a locked bootloader, the first step of enabling OEM Unlock wasn't even an option, it was either missing altogether, or it was greyed out and unchangeable. That was my confusion.
skippybosco said:
Right. That was my point as well.
https://en.droidwiki.org/wiki/OEM-Unlock
Enabling OEM Unlock itself does not unlock the bootloader, but you can not unlock the bootloader unless it is unlocked.
This is the first device I've used that allowed me to enable OEM Unlock, but DID NOT allow me to unlock the bootloder. For other devices that had a locked bootloader, the first step of enabling OEM Unlock wasn't even an option, it was either missing altogether, or it was greyed out and unchangeable. That was my confusion.
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With the OG LG Stylo the boost variant was the only one that couldn't be unlocked but OEM unlock was tickable we managed to root it but couldn't use TWRP that was available for the other 2 carrier variants....
Hola como lograste rootear tu lg v40 amigo?
robishavidze said:
I unlocked it. It unlocked by Vlad
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Hola como lograste rootear tu lg v40 amigo?
You need to wipe your laf partition to get fastboot. Tread lightly, this phone is no fun to mod lol
lmick14000 said:
Hello
After many search on the Web, i have no response to my problem.
My LG V40 sprint refuse to access to fastboot.
Please help
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Please Master help me. I want to root my phone but first, i have to unlock bootloader from this phone (Vivo V20). I already use Command Line " fastboot flashing unlock ", " fastboot oem unlock ", " fastboot bbk unlock_vivo ", "fastboot bbk vivo_bsp unlock_vivo". Nothing Works...
Maybe someone here know how to see command line to unlock bootloader manually from system file, please help.
1. You need to Enable developer mode on your phone
2. You need to enable USB Debugging inside of developer options
3. Also, enable OEM Unlock inside developer options also ( If you dont see this option, good luck with rooting.. )
You will also need to set up ADB platform tools sdk on your computer if you are going to root
SDK Tools Setup - https://www.xda-developers.com/install-adb-windows-macos-linux/
Unlock Bootloader - https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-android-phone-4689186
Be carefull please Dont brick your device... make sure to do your research and verify that your specific phone can be rooted...
Nameless Foe said:
1. You need to Enable developer mode on your phone
2. You need to enable USB Debugging inside of developer options
3. Also, enable OEM Unlock inside developer options also ( If you dont see this option, good luck with rooting.. )
You will also need to set up ADB platform tools sdk on your computer if you are going to root
SDK Tools Setup - https://www.xda-developers.com/install-adb-windows-macos-linux/
Unlock Bootloader - https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-android-phone-4689186
Be carefull please Dont brick your device... make sure to do your research and verify that your specific phone can be rooted...
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Not Work for for Vivo V20
Kwachi said:
Not Work for for Vivo V20
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Of you don't see the option to toggle the OEM bootloader unlock inside of developer settings, I doubt you will be able to root
Don't feel bad. I can't root either
Nameless Foe said:
Of you don't see the option to toggle the OEM bootloader unlock inside of developer settings, I doubt you will be able to root
Don't feel bad. I can't root either
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Toggle OEM already on but still cannot unlock bootloader
Vivo doesn't allow their devices' bootloader getting unlocked, so you can't unlock (most of) them.
On their support page, they stated "BL cannot be unlocked" (which is false), and "suggest you not to try it".
If you really want to unlock your bootloader, nah you can't, the only way might be selling your Vivo for something else (OnePlus, Xiaomi, etc.) that allows bootloader unlocking.
Edit 1: For some older Vivo (and Oppo), you might be able to use EDL to flash a custom recovery. OR for even older ones, you can actually unlock.
Edit 2: I believe most Vivo (including Oppo) doesn't even have the normal aboot bootloader mode.
TipzTeam said:
Vivo doesn't allow their devices' bootloader getting unlocked, so you can't unlock it.
On their support page, they stated "BL cannot be unlocked" (which is false), and "suggest you not to try it".
If you really want to unlock your bootloader, nah you can't, the only way might be selling your Vivo for something else (OnePlus, Xiaomi, etc.) that allows bootloader unlocking.
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Can those 3 varieties of phones you listed be rooted even if its a US Version phone?
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Can those 3 varieties of phones you listed be rooted even if its a US Version phone?
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Those are OEMs that allow bootloader unlocking.
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Those are OEMs that allow bootloader unlocking.
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Ohh. Ok. Cool. I'm gonna buy one. I have the Galaxy A71 and I can't do nothing
Nameless Foe said:
Ohh. Ok. Cool. I'm gonna buy one. I have the Galaxy A71 and I can't do nothing
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A Samsung Galaxy A71 should be able to be "unlocked", but using Samsung's custom aboot download mode.
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A Samsung Galaxy A71 should be able to be "unlocked", but using Samsung's custom aboot download mode.
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How do I go about that ? You have my attention
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How do I go about that ? You have my attention
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You can find your solution here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/samsung-galaxy-a71-roms-kernels-recoveries-ot.9845/
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You can find your solution here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/samsung-galaxy-a71-roms-kernels-recoveries-ot.9845/
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Noo. Not quite. I can't unlocknmy bootloader. My dev options does not have this inside of it anywhere
Nameless Foe said:
Noo. Not quite. I can't unlocknmy bootloader. My dev options does not have this inside of it anywhere
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You can't unlock it, you have to use Samsung's download mode to flash a custom recovery directly.
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You can't unlock it, you have to use Samsung's download mode to flash a custom recovery directly.
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Hey. Can you dm me please. I think I know what your saying but I would really appreciate the help if you don't mind
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Hey. Can you dm me please. I think I know what your saying but I would really appreciate the help if you don't mind
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nah, just check this out: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/recovery-a715f-twrp-3-5-0-ianmacd.4221253
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nah, just check this out: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/recovery-a715f-twrp-3-5-0-ianmacd.4221253
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Fine fine. Thanks
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Fine fine. Thanks
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nah, just check this out: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/recovery-a715f-twrp-3-5-0-ianmacd.4221253
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Ok so just so we are on the same page, one of the instructions is to unlock oem inside developer settings on this post you sent me to.. i do NOT have that option.. just to be clear
Nameless Foe said:
Ok so just so we are on the same page, one of the instructions is to unlock oem inside developer settings on this post you sent me to.. i do NOT have that option.. just to be clear
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Try skipping it?
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Try skipping it?
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yea i tried to skip did not work unfortunatly