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Does rooting Mi 5 needs Unlocking Bootloader???

To root Locked Mi5, is flashing dev version or flashing SuperSU enough or We need to Unlock the Bootloader???

Need to unlock.

unlocked bootloader, rooted & twrp :good:

gajrut said:
unlocked bootloader, rooted & twrp :good:
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Was the unlocking bootloader process quite easy?

1.8 or 2.1 ghz?
gajrut said:
unlocked bootloader, rooted & twrp :good:
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Is it the 1.8 ghz? And where did you buy it? I really want the 2.15 ghz in gold or black.
But cant find anyone that got it in stock.
Thanks
KnieveI

What was the method You followed...

KnieveI said:
Is it the 1.8 ghz? And where did you buy it? I really want the 2.15 ghz in gold or black.
But cant find anyone that got it in stock.
Thanks
KnieveI
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You get the pro version only in black. Which is the ceramic version. And it isn't available yet. They will be soon. (Those who have it have a code, that they used to get it early)
Also I found this thread.
Maybe it is useful for some.
Go ahead check it out
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=138723&page=1#pid2680179

KnieveI said:
Is it the 1.8 ghz? And where did you buy it? I really want the 2.15 ghz in gold or black.
But cant find anyone that got it in stock.
Thanks
KnieveI
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Right now only the 32GB / 64 GB in white / silver is sold.
I got the 32GB... and that was hard to get.
If you want any color but silver / white, then prepare yourself to wait at least a month.
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Riizq said:
Was the unlocking bootloader process quite easy?
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Yes it's easy and takes less than 5 minutes, if your MI Account is allowed to unlock.
One MI Account can unlock, one phone within 30 days.

Riizq said:
Was the unlocking bootloader process quite easy?
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I had my rmn3 unlocked within this month so it was easy to unlock mi 5. It hasn't been 30 days since that, I didn't have to re-apply for another unlock permission.

KnieveI said:
Is it the 1.8 ghz? And where did you buy it? I really want the 2.15 ghz in gold or black.
But cant find anyone that got it in stock.
Thanks
KnieveI
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there's a 1.8 version? i bought mine through a local supplier.

gajrut said:
there's a 1.8 version? i bought mine through a local supplier.
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Yes the 32GB Version has only 1.8Ghz at max for the SD 820!
The 64GB and 128GB models have the full SD 820 with 2.16 Ghz max.

Riizq said:
You get the pro version only in black. Which is the ceramic version. And it isn't available yet. They will be soon. (Those who have it have a code, that they used to get it early)
Also I found this thread.
Maybe it is useful for some.
Go ahead check it out
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=138723&page=1#pid2680179
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The link You shared doesnt say anything about unlocking the Bootloader... So is this method of directly flashing SuperSU without Unlocking the Bootloader enough to root Mi5???

bharathulaganathan said:
The link You shared doesnt say anything about unlocking the Bootloader... So is this method of directly flashing SuperSU without Unlocking the Bootloader enough to root Mi5???
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/how-to/unlocking-xiaomi-mi-5-bootloader-t3336243
The guy above did a guide on how to unlock. Give it a read.

gajrut said:
unlocked bootloader, rooted & twrp :good:
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How did you found your encryption password to allow twrp reading all partitions? I'm rooted because the dev ROM give root by default (just enable it in the security center)
But when I flash the twrp 3.0.0.2 I can't find my encryption password... Tried my lockscreen password but didn't work. Any ideas?
Thanks bro

nesquix said:
How did you found your encryption password to allow twrp reading all partitions? I'm rooted because the dev ROM give root by default (just enable it in the security center)
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Dev rom?

Dsteppa said:
Dev rom?
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http://en.miui.com/download-299.html

nesquix said:
http://en.miui.com/download-299.html
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Ah lol, I see, so that one doesn't req unlocking the BL?
Thanks for the quick reply!

Dsteppa said:
Ah lol, I see, so that one doesn't req unlocking the BL?
Thanks for the quick reply!
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No you don't need. Just update your phone through the miui update app to this version, it will erase all your data.. Then in the security center, you can enable root
But the only twrp recovery working to flash something is "maybe" because I'm trying right now... Working with the Stable Global ROM 7.2.7.2

nesquix said:
How did you found your encryption password to allow twrp reading all partitions? I'm rooted because the dev ROM give root by default (just enable it in the security center)
But when I flash the twrp 3.0.0.2 I can't find my encryption password... Tried my lockscreen password but didn't work. Any ideas?
Thanks bro
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In twrp: Wipe, Format Data, type yes
NOTE: you WILL loose all your data

nesquix said:
No you don't need. Just update your phone through the miui update app to this version, it will erase all your data.. Then in the security center, you can enable root
But the only twrp recovery working to flash something is "maybe" because I'm trying right now... Working with the Stable Global ROM 7.2.7.2
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I tried to update to the developer rom but got the warning saying you are upgrading to an old version. Please suggest me is the developer version new or old.
Also, do you have any link for global version for MI 5. I think none has been released yet.

Help, newbie questions before installing new ROMs/Recovery System (Xiaomi Redmi 4X)

As stated on the topic I'm a newbie in the world of installing new roms, etc on android phones and I haven't done it before cause I'm a bit scared by the whole thing (I don't want to end up with a brick), I managed to install a custom recovery system on an old samsung and a new ROM, yet with Xiaomi even if it might be the same looks a bit different, so before proceeding to do anything with my current phone I have a couple of newbie questions:
-Can FastBoot be broken somehow?
-Can I use ROMs of other devices (Besides of the Redmi 4x)?
-Can I somehow break the phone irremediably?
-If so, what should I avoid to prevent it?
-Is a custom recovery necessary, or can I use default Xiaomi's one?
-What's the best recovery?
-If I install recovery via fast boot, do I need to root my device?
-What tools should I look forward to use on linux (Ubuntu)?
Those are my questions for now, if you wanna say anything else that should be taken into consideration, feel free, also if you wanna share some useful guide.

First off a little bit of advice don't ask so many questions no one is likely to answer you because unless the person is really bored and has an hour to spare he will not answer you format your question and ask just a couple of questions that are most vital to what you are doing. Also do some research on your own. Your more out to get some help if someone can see you have put forth a little effort. Cheer's
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Ok Here you go..
-Can FastBoot be broken somehow?
don't use fastboot.. instead use custom recovery for anything.. wether you're reverting back to MIUI from custom ROM or anything else. Use Fastboot option to Flash recovery only. then your FastBoot will be safe
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-Can I use ROMs of other devices (Besides of the Redmi 4x)?
No, Surely a NO!
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-Can I somehow break the phone irremediably?
Yes, you may if you dont follow the set of instruction for performing in Fastboot/Recovery. But dont worry a few research can UNBRICK your phone.
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-If so, what should I avoid to prevent it?
Read Instruction carefully, if going to custom ROM wipe all partition like data, cache, system or you will face bootloop(Phone stuck at bootlogo) also Unlock your bootloader in order to perform all the dirty tasks
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-Is a custom recovery necessary, or can I use default Xiaomi's one?
100% necessary for many customizations.. even for rooting now-a-days
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-What's the best recovery?
TWRP Recovery & use only which the Redmi 4X Forum provides and follow instructions carefully as stated earlier
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-If I install recovery via fast boot, do I need to root my device?
No Recovery does not requires Rooted devices.. or say Rooting needs recovery but recovery doesnt need rooting
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-What tools should I look forward to use on linux (Ubuntu)?
Use Windows bruh ! don't know much regarding this as im a Windows user.
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That's an amazing answer, even if a bit late I hope it can help some newbies!

lNo proper Redmi 4X thread
mas886 said:
That's an amazing answer, even if a bit late I hope it can help some newbies!
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Late reply is due to the thread problem. Anyone could have answered quick if the Redmi 4X thread was made earlier.

__PG__ said:
Late reply is due to the thread problem. Anyone could have answered quick if the Redmi 4X thread was made earlier.
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Hi :highfive: , will Unlocking bootloader void warranty for xiaomi devices too??
or is it ok !
i am new to xiaomi family , i got bored with Stock MIUI .. so feeling to flash another ROM..
so ! does it VOID WARRANTY? like many other mobiles? or any special terms?

nandakis4 said:
Hi :highfive: , will Unlocking bootloader void warranty for xiaomi devices too??
or is it ok !
i am new to xiaomi family , i got bored with Stock MIUI .. so feeling to flash another ROM..
so ! does it VOID WARRANTY? like many other mobiles? or any special terms?
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Yes, definately Your warranty is going to void as soon as you ROOT/USE CUSTOM ROM/CUSTOM RECOVERY

N9500 HK root available?

I have a Note 8 SM-N9500 from Hong Kong.
I searched xda website and there is a way to unlock bootloader.
But I wonder if there is a guide to root SM-N9500?
Thank you very much!

if you read the guide for the bootloader im pretty sure it tells you what twrp to install... then from there just install magisk. Then you are rooted

me2151 said:
if you read the guide for the bootloader im pretty sure it tells you what twrp to install... then from there just install magisk. Then you are rooted
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Thank you! I can root my phone now.
One more question: Can I turn off FRP lock after signing in Google? otherwise, my phone will be locked.

hctang said:
Thank you! I can root my phone now.
One more question: Can I turn off FRP lock after signing in Google? otherwise, my phone will be locked.
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how?

Would u plz list the steps that you follow 2 root ur device?

tampera said:
Would u plz list the steps that you follow 2 root ur device?
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Please post the method or URL

tnchsg said:
how?
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tampera said:
Would u plz list the steps that you follow 2 root ur device?
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zedhed said:
Please post the method or URL
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Guys, have you tried something like using Google to search for "how to unlock n9500 bootloader"? I just did and the first result was a thread here at xda with all the info you need for that, magisk, etc. No need to ask in separate threads. It's a basic question, so just search for it and you'll have your answers.

Unlock / Root / ROMs?

This seems to be a good phone. I don't have experience with realme phones so excuse the questions:
how is unlock policy for realme?
how are chances for costume rom development, since the color os seems to be EN/CN language only?
Thanks for answers

Shezhar said:
This seems to be a good phone. I don't have experience with realme phones so excuse the questions:
how is unlock policy for realme?
how are chances for costume rom development, since the color os seems to be EN/CN language only?
Thanks for answers
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I will believe a developer community emerge when they release the kernel source for the Realme X2 Pro*since it is the flagship. I have little faith though

Actually, realme has sent some devices to developer in the past. So I guess they are pretty open with custom development and that's a good sign already. I hope there would be a lot of custom ROM for the device since it is a great device but color OS might be not everyone's cup of tea

according to nathan30's reply on the "Little feedback" thread "project treble is available but the partition layout is only A and not A/B " so we might be able to flash GSI (Generic System Image) to get clean Android experience really soon

Amihassan said:
according to nathan30's reply on the "Little feedback" thread "project treble is available but the partition layout is only A and not A/B " so we might be able to flash GSI (Generic System Image) to get clean Android experience really soon
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Shouldn't we be able to flash gsi straight away?

ermacwins said:
Shouldn't we be able to flash gsi straight away?
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The GSI is available, but we will need to unlock bootloader (and flash costume recovery) in order to be able to flash the GSI

Amihassan said:
The GSI is available, but we will need to unlock bootloader (and flash costume recovery) in order to be able to flash the GSI
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not necesary, gsi can be flash through adb too

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not necesary, gsi can be flash through adb too
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That's the exact reason I wrote it in parenthesis, I wasn't sure about it.. but I do think that opening the bootloader is a must, correct me if I'm wrong. Have you ever managed to flash (unofficial) ROM via ADB while the bootloader is locked? Is GSI different from any other costume ROM?

Let's say we flashed a gsi, then how can we get back to stock rom?

Amihassan said:
That's the exact reason I wrote it in parenthesis, I wasn't sure about it.. but I do think that opening the bootloader is a must, correct me if I'm wrong. Have you ever managed to flash (unofficial) ROM via ADB while the bootloader is locked? Is GSI different from any other costume ROM?
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ah, yes needed unlocked bootloader. before this I tried on Honor View 10 cant on locked bl.
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ermacwins said:
Let's say we flashed a gsi, then how can we get back to stock rom?
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flash the rom again using xiaomi flash tool

jimdorky said:
flash the rom again using xiaomi flash tool
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Xiaomi flash tool on an oppo phone?

ermacwins said:
Xiaomi flash tool on an oppo phone?
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Why not? "Xiaomi flash" just a name of soft.

Will this rom transform the Chinese version into the European version?
https://www.getdroidtips.com/stock-rom-realme-x2-pro/

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Will this rom transform the Chinese version into the European version?
https://www.getdroidtips.com/stock-rom-realme-x2-pro/
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I want to make a European version out of my Chinese version as well, but the link you are mentioning will simply re-flash the Chinese ROM onto the Chinese phone. It's useful when the phone doesn't boot anymore or if you have other issues with the phone.
AFAIK, Realme has not made the European ROM available for download yet. Once/if they do, then you can use the above tutorial and simply use the European ROM source.

kostarev_vadim said:
Why not? "Xiaomi flash" just a name of soft.
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Because you can't flash zip roms (ozip in our example) with Mi Flash.
And Oppo does not have any EDL rom in regular format anymore, .ops or .ofp format.
So you can't do anything unless you have fastboot rom and and a working fastboot with unlocked bootloader.
So don't

Please tell me how to fix another launcher by default ???? I downloaded a NOVA launcher, and in the settings the default application I can’t install it !!!

domrustika said:
Please tell me how to fix another launcher by default ???? I downloaded a NOVA launcher, and in the settings the default application I can’t install it !!!
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There's a thread for that [Guide][CN Version]Removal of China related Apps [RealMe X2pro] Making it clean just look into the replies for the specifics

Relock Widevine L3 to L1

Good day to all. Can anyone confirm if widevine L1 is recovered on the ff scenarios:
1. If the unlocking process is the ASUS unlocking tool then relocked using fastboot?
2. If EDL method is used for unlocking then relocked?

I'm looking for the same answer. But from the historical threads that you can find in this forum, it doesn't look like...

So I guess widevine is lost completely even when you unlocked it with the official app?

levin143 said:
So I guess widevine is lost completely even when you unlocked it with the official app?
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Yes, which is insane. Why the f would Asus do this?

VZTech said:
Yes, which is insane. Why the f would Asus do this?
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Haha. That is why I am so hesitant to unlock my bootloader. I think on other phones like One Plus, L1 is recovered after relocking. Am I right?

levin143 said:
Haha. That is why I am so hesitant to unlock my bootloader. I think on other phones like One Plus, L1 is recovered after relocking. Am I right?
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I'm pretty sure most phones regain l1 after relock.

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I'm pretty sure most phones regain l1 after relock.
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I see. So I guess eventually ASUS will be able to tackle this problem if they want to. Hopefully they are aware of this.

levin143 said:
I see. So I guess eventually ASUS will be able to tackle this problem if they want to. Hopefully they are aware of this.
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I would'nt count on it. Phone is 6mos old. I am sure they are putting all their effort into future phones.

Full steps to relock bootloader and get Widevine L1 were posted here: https://zentalk.asus.com/en/discussion/18495/bootloader-relock-does-not-restore-widevine-l1.
After having a chat with a couple of other members of the ROG II Telegram discussion group, the above info was shared and posted in ZenTalk.
Happy usage of Custom ROMs!!

anthonws said:
Full steps to relock bootloader and get Widevine L1 were posted here: https://zentalk.asus.com/en/discussion/18495/bootloader-relock-does-not-restore-widevine-l1.
After having a chat with a couple of other members of the ROG II Telegram discussion group, the above info was shared and posted in ZenTalk.
Happy usage of Custom ROMs!!
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But, why Custom ROM if it's the original one?

urii13 said:
But, why Custom ROM if it's the original one?
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To many users, the uncertainty of being able to restore L1 after relock, was preventing them from jumping into the Custom ROM scene.