As my title says has anyone succesfully used the device unlock app after rooting their phone.if so what did you do
gillim74 said:
As my title says has anyone succesfully used the device unlock app after rooting their phone.if so what did you do
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I have tried dozens of times and I have never been able to do it
texasaggie1 said:
I have tried dozens of times and I have never been able to do it
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What happens when you try?
I just tried. It says "Unlock Failed. This mobile device is not eligible for unlock." I get that every time. I know if you are on T-Mobile you can just call 611 and they will unlock it if you don't owe money on it.
It does approve a TEMPORARY unlock for me though
I was able to successfully unlock(Atleast the app claimed) my phone only if I was flashed over to the stock firmware. I can't remember if it was rooted or not.
I also unlocked mine after rooting. I was running a stock rooted ROM debloated when I did it.
That app is dumb, when I was done paying my phone it was unlocked without me even using the app. I know cause I unlocked the bootloader even before trying the app and it worked. So the app is pretty much a waste. This was before marshmallow was released for this phone.
KryogenikX said:
That app is dumb, when I was done paying my phone it was unlocked without me even using the app. I know cause I unlocked the bootloader even before trying the app and it worked. So the app is pretty much a waste. This was before marshmallow was released for this phone.
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Can you please explain more on it, I have T-Mobile LG G4 and wants to unlock it.
That's to SIM unlock the phone, not unlock the bootloader. T Mobile never locked the bootloader to begin with
i've sim unlocked mine via device unlock app with root and unlocked bl. Just make sure you are stock based when trying to unlock, not cm based.
I did.
As soon as I paid mine off, I used the app to permanently unlock mine and it's done.
100% stock and rooted.
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It used to be that you had to unlock in order to root etc.
But now with one click root applications like SuperOneClick etc, is there any reason to unlock the bootloader? Is it required for any custom ROM procedures?
Paul22000 said:
It used to be that you had to unlock in order to root etc.
But now with one click root applications like SuperOneClick etc, is there any reason to unlock the bootloader? Is it required for any custom ROM procedures?
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Not really (although it does make things easier to flash - using fastboot is very convenient.)
But then again, is there any reason to not unlock it? It has been shown numerous times that HTC will honor the warranty despite an unlocked bootloader, while it has never been shown that HTC has refused warranty service because of an unlocked bootloader.
efrant said:
Not really (although it does make things easier to flash - using fastboot is very convenient.)
But then again, is there any reason to not unlock it? It has been shown numerous times that HTC will honor the warranty despite an unlocked bootloader, while it has never been shown that HTC has refused warranty service because of an unlocked bootloader.
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Ah, so the only thing unlocking does is provide access to using "fastboot"?
I know; I warranty swapped mine that was bootloader unlocked I'm just asking for general information.
Paul22000 said:
Ah, so the only thing unlocking does is provide access to using "fastboot"?
I know; I warranty swapped mine that was bootloader unlocked I'm just asking for general information.
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Yes, unlocking your bootloader = the ability to flash images to your Nexus One using fastboot. That's it.
What if I am not planning on using a new rom? I want to stay on stock, but say, just want to overclock. I don't want to lose any data.
Would that make sense to just root?
brettbellaire said:
What if I am not planning on using a new rom? I want to stay on stock, but say, just want to overclock. I don't want to lose any data.
Would that make sense to just root?
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I think you can just root then via SuperOneClick.
I have another question about unlocked bootloader. How can I tell if my bootloader its unlocked? I know usually I have to flash slp to unlock it or set S-off and if I'm not sure it should still be locked, but when I flashed modaco rom it said something about unlocking bootloader. I didn't want to but couldn't abort! So when I boot into bootloader it doesn't say unlocked but any way to tell beside that?
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arminsoyka said:
I have another question about unlocked bootloader. How can I tell if my bootloader its unlocked? I know usually I have to flash slp to unlock it or set S-off and if I'm not sure it should still be locked, but when I flashed modaco rom it said something about unlocking bootloader. I didn't want to but couldn't abort! So when I boot into bootloader it doesn't say unlocked but any way to tell beside that?
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You'd see a padlock icon at the bottom of the 'X' screen as you boot up if you are unlocked.
Thanks, so I'm locked.
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OK first post here. I have done a fair bit of reading and searching but still have a couple of questions. I have just bought a Captivate. Made 3 phone calls with it and that's it. It has already been rooted and unlocked by the seller. I know if I upgrade to 2.2 via KiesMini it will remove the unlock and root. After the update can I unlock and root again. ? I hear Super One Click might root it. I have the code numbers from the original unlocking. What can I use to unlock it? Thanks
you dont lose the unlock by updating it. even if you did, you have the code so it doesnt matter. you dont need it unlocked if you are staying on ATT....unlocking is so you can stick another providers SIM card in and use it on any GSM carrier
I am not on AT&T. I have an AT&T phone that's used on Roger's. That's why it needs to stay unlocked.
emtae001 said:
I am not on AT&T. I have an AT&T phone that's used on Roger's. That's why it needs to stay unlocked.
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if you have the code then it doesnt matter if the unlock goes away.
emtae001 said:
What can I use to unlock it? Thanks
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Use the SIM you intend to use plus the code previously extracted. [APP]SuperOneClick v1.7 (Root, Unroot, Enable Non-Market App works on Froyo.
Update. Unlocked and rooted phone. Updated with Kies Mini to Froyo 2.2. Phone remained unlocked after update. Root was gone. Used SuperOneClick 1.7 and root was back. No problems at all.
My bootloader allowed lock says no but o2 on pay monthly say I can still unlock my bootloader. They took my imei number and are processing the lock and I have to wait for a email and this can take 7 working days to process. Has any one else done this? As I'm still in my 14 day peace of mind and might send back but they do say will be able to unlock my bootloader
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Just had a email to unlock my phone to any network so just unlocked and it still says bootloader unlock allowed no
But they said I could, do I just try it?
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I hope you have done it like this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2153261
Took me seven seconds yesterday to get the unlock key on mail
danlivesey said:
My bootloader allowed lock says no but o2 on pay monthly say I can still unlock my bootloader.
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No they don't, the code you have isn't for unlocking the bootloader, just the SIM.
Before even trying to unlock the BL, I'd suggest your TA partition just in case.
Mine also said no at first, but I was still able to unlock it.
Dsteppa said:
Before even trying to unlock the BL, I'd suggest your TA partition just in case.
Mine also said no at first, but I was still able to unlock it.
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Who did you get the phone from? Mine is from Three UK and resolutely does not let me unlock the bootloader. Did you use the Sony method? Which rom etc?
nikc0069 said:
Who did you get the phone from? Mine is from Three UK and resolutely does not let me unlock the bootloader. Did you use the Sony method? Which rom etc?
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Hmm stock Rom unbranded, bought it in the Netherlands. Most people here that bought the same phone aren't able to unlock their BL, maybe I just got lucky. The trick that worked for me was simply rooting the phone.
Dsteppa said:
Hmm stock Rom unbranded, bought it in the Netherlands. Most people here that bought the same phone aren't able to unlock their BL, maybe I just got lucky. The trick that worked for me was simply rooting the phone.
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I think you did just get lucky or you just got a sim free handset by the luck of the draw. Which root method did you use? Someone else posted that they tried a specific combo of roms and two tries to unlock before it worked but never fed back any more info so it is possible there is an exploit somewhere.
nikc0069 said:
I think you did just get lucky or you just got a sim free handset by the luck of the draw. Which root method did you use? Someone else posted that they tried a specific combo of roms and two tries to unlock before it worked but never fed back any more info so it is possible there is an exploit somewhere.
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Used the one I attached, can't really remember the topic.
Need to have USB debugging on.
Cheers. And the exact process? Step by step. I know it is tedious but it may be the tiniest thing (eg when you detached the usb cable or whether the sd card was in) that holds the secret.
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nikc0069 said:
Cheers. And the exact process? Step by step. I know it is tedious but it may be the tiniest thing (eg when you detached the usb cable or whether the sd card was in) that holds the secret.
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Give up chasing it, if it was at all possible then it would have been figured out by now.
nikc0069 said:
Cheers. And the exact process? Step by step. I know it is tedious but it may be the tiniest thing (eg when you detached the usb cable or whether the sd card was in) that holds the secret.
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I really don't remember, since I've unlocked my BL I just flash a zip to get root back.
I firmly believe in Xda being able to make the impossible, possible. And there are no flawless systems. However I get what you mean, and don't think anyone is going to push on it now. Xperia Z is still a great phone and here is hoping the upcoming Google Edition will give us with locked bl more choice.
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Fyi if you root before you sim unlock tmobile says it locks out the app and you cant sim unlock it.ive been going round and round the last week with tmobile over this.they say it cant be sim unlocked because it shows in their system as rooted.even though i did a kdz restore on 20o the unlock app doesnt work and tmobile cant over ride it they said they tried and it failed.on the app i keep getting error device not recognized by your service provider call customer care
yes, this is true, i actually had very same issue, tmobile keeps telling me the device is not theirs because it is rooted lady said she tried to override but cannot get it through. ish i would have known this before rooting. is ther anyway we can trick it to look like it is not. i figured rooting would not matter as long as have stock rom. guess not
I rooted my device way last year when it was in 20N. I had it rooted and was able to unlock to phone. Was running stock at the time. This is kinda scary. Its also a shame really, maybe something tripped in 20o that detects root. Who knows.
Couldn't you just flash the 20o KDZ and get back to stock? Then unlock?
Stories said:
Couldn't you just flash the 20o KDZ and get back to stock? Then unlock?
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your answer can be found on OP.
I have no problem to unlock with the app.
Mine is 100% stock rooted (with adapt client removed).
I revert to the 20i rooted by MicroMod777 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...-mm-20i-global-20e-stock-rooted-roms-t3317932) and then perform the Device Unlock app. It worked while I'm running that ROM, but once I revert back to CM13, it ask for a SIM network unlock PIN.
I contacted T-Mobile and has been stonewalled that they don't provide the SIM network unlock PIN.
I'm on rooted Extreme rom and I'm unable to unlock using Device Unlock app (Unlocked Failed: This mobile device is not eligible for unlock) despite TMobile said my device is eligible through multiple chat sessions.
Now I'm going to go back to stock and try again
Can I install TWRP for the AT&T version with Nougat? I have heard that if I try it will brick. I'd really like to install a new ROM so I can get rid of all the crapware that comes with the phone.
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Can I install TWRP for the AT&T version with Nougat? I have heard that if I try it will brick. I'd really like to install a new ROM so I can get rid of all the crapware that comes with the phone.
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The 920A At&t cant be rooted as of yet and no twrp because the bootloader is locked...
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I recently talked to at&t about getting my bootloader unlocked and a supervisor told me the only way to do so without bricking would be to being it in to an at&t store and they will unlock the bootloader.. anybody else have this told to them?
They're most likely taking about a Sim unlock not bootloader. Also there is a method for rooting it but you have to be on a specific bootloader and you can only use it on lolipop.
asislife20 said:
They're most likely taking about a Sim unlock not bootloader. Also there is a method for rooting it but you have to be on a specific bootloader and you can only use it on lolipop.
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Ya, I know about that root method. Unfortunately, my phone decided to update itself a few weeks ago and now its on BL 5. So that's pretty much a no go.
In relation to bringing in the store for a BL unlock, I did specifically ask and made sure the tech I was speaking with knew the difference between BL and sim unlock. In fact, i made it very known that my radio was already unlocked, I done that weeks before i talked to her.