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Trying to compile as many users who have faced the same issue and to get some data to find a work around.
SM-N950F - Australian (TEL/TEL/TEL) post paid Telstra Note 8.
Waited one week for 'Allow OEM to be unlocked' to appear in Dev Settings.
This is my experience and now have the official binaries issue.
I also got the OEM unlock after one week, this is what happened when trying to install TWRP and Magisk on Stock ROM.
I tried to flash TWRP lost night and that was okay. I decided to hold onto stock and just have TWRP and Magisk at this stage until other roms are a little less buggy. Flashed TWRP. flashed Verity / Magisk, setup phone again and then decided to do a backup in TWRP. When trying to go into TWRP got the message 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed' and then went into a soft brick. Had to restore phone to stock and now OEM unlock has disappeared again, In download mode FRP and OEM lock are both OFF. Tried to reflash TWRP and get the same message - 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed'.
So the plot thickens.
Andysmith71 said:
Trying to compile as many users who have faced the same issue and to get some data to find a work around.
SM-N950F - Australian (TEL/TEL/TEL) post paid Telstra Note 8.
Waited one week for 'Allow OEM to be unlocked' to appear in Dev Settings.
This is my experience and now have the official binaries issue.
I also got the OEM unlock after one week, this is what happened when trying to install TWRP and Magisk on Stock ROM.
I tried to flash TWRP lost night and that was okay. I decided to hold onto stock and just have TWRP and Magisk at this stage until other roms are a little less buggy. Flashed TWRP. flashed Verity / Magisk, setup phone again and then decided to do a backup in TWRP. When trying to go into TWRP got the message 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed' and then went into a soft brick. Had to restore phone to stock and now OEM unlock has disappeared again, In download mode FRP and OEM lock are both OFF. Tried to reflash TWRP and get the same message - 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed'.
So the plot thickens.
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We are on the same boat bro,
Mine is SM-N950F/DS Singapore (XSP), got on Sep 9th via preorder from Singtel.
But I did not notice if oem unlock option was there when I got the device. Then I tried to flash TWRP last week(oem unlock was there), flashed SuperSU 2.82. When I was configuring an app to modify host(to disable ads), the phone rebooted itself before I was able to flash dm-verity, and went into the bootloop with the same msg 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed' [emoji33]
Alright, here's where I'm at after some experimentation.
I received my phone on the 19th, and when I looked in "Developer options" for the "OEM Unlock" option it was not present. A week (7 days) goes by and I look in "Developer options" again and I see that "OEM Unlock" is there. I enabled the toggle that day, and then in the evening I successfully flashed TWRP and noverity. After this I rebooted according to the instructions and I encountered the "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message along with a soft brick. Reflashed stock firmware to get out of it and "OEM Unlock" has vanished from "Developer options"
Now, a week goes by after this (7days again) and I check for "OEM Unlock" on the 26th. Just like clockwork it's there. This time I flash TWRP, skip noverity, and flash Magisk. I'm able to successfully root and I boot into the system -- I check "Developer options" for "OEM Unlock" and the toggle isn't there. For whatever reason after a while I decided I would reboot and see what happens. I go into a soft brick with the same "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message. I'm kind of kicking myself, because now I need to wait another week for the toggle to show up so I can make another attempt.
Next week I am going to flash TWRP, flash Magisk, and then let the phone sit there for another week while I wait for the "OEM Unlock" toggle to show back up. Once that happens I am going to see if I can reboot freely or if I encounter another soft brick situation. If I soft brick again I'm fresh out of ideas as a phone that is rooted but can never be rebooted without flashing back to stock is a non-starter.
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Alright, here's where I'm at after some experimentation.
I received my phone on the 19th, and when I looked in "Developer options" for the "OEM Unlock" option it was not present. A week (7 days) goes by and I look in "Developer options" again and I see that "OEM Unlock" is there. I enabled the toggle that day, and then in the evening I successfully flashed TWRP and noverity. After this I rebooted according to the instructions and I encountered the "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message along with a soft brick. Reflashed stock firmware to get out of it and "OEM Unlock" has vanished from "Developer options"
Now, a week goes by after this (7days again) and I check for "OEM Unlock" on the 26th. Just like clockwork it's there. This time I flash TWRP, skip noverity, and flash Magisk. I'm able to successfully root and I boot into the system -- I check "Developer options" for "OEM Unlock" and the toggle isn't there. For whatever reason after a while I decided I would reboot and see what happens. I go into a soft brick with the same "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message. I'm kind of kicking myself, because now I need to wait another week for the toggle to show up so I can make another attempt.
Next week I am going to flash TWRP, flash Magisk, and then let the phone sit there for another week while I wait for the "OEM Unlock" toggle to show back up. Once that happens I am going to see if I can reboot freely or if I encounter another soft brick situation. If I soft brick again I'm fresh out of ideas as a phone that is rooted but can never be rebooted without flashing back to stock is a non-starter.
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I'm doing the same as you, I'm still a few days away from week 2. So I'll do the same, flash TWRP and Magisk then try my hardest not to have the phone restarted for any reason for another week. No reports yet of this work around as it's still early in the peace but I know there are a number of users who will try this method. Good luck and I'll post how I go or if someone else posts sooner! BTW did you do a wipe/format before flashing Magisk out of interest? Cheers.
zhengsmall said:
We are on the same boat bro,
Mine is SM-N950F/DS Singapore (XSP), got on Sep 9th via preorder from Singtel.
But I did not notice if oem unlock option was there when I got the device. Then I tried to flash TWRP last week, flashed SuperSU 2.82. When I was configuring an app, the phone rebooted itself before I was able to flash dm-verity, and went into the bootloop with the same msg 'Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed'
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Hey mate, maybe you can try the method a few users are going to do now, after another week and when OEM re appears then redo the process but this time don't boot the device. However I see what happened in your case the phone restarted itself when configuring SuperSU.. I've not hear that happening before. Maybe try Magisk if your looking at trying again? Strange it rebooted by itself. Good luck and let us know how you go.
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I'm doing the same as you, I'm still a few days away from week 2. So I'll do the same, flash TWRP and Magisk then try my hardest not to have the phone restarted for any reason for another week. No reports yet of this work around as it's still early in the peace but I know there are a number of users who will try this method. Good luck and I'll post how I go or if someone else posts sooner! BTW did you do a wipe/format before flashing Magisk out of interest? Cheers.
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It's good we're getting to a point where we can collect data and try different approaches. It was a much darker time when we were all sitting around wondering if/when the OEM Unlock toggle would show up!
Yes, I did a wipe/format prior to flashing Magisk. One thing I haven't been doing is clearing the cache/dalvik following successful flash... is that important? I recall doing that back when I rooted my S7 Edge, but I've not seen or heard about anyone doing it since.
You might want to check the huge thread on this thats about three posts from here. Short story it seems if you stay in recovery and install a rom with knox disabled you are good to go. Read more there...
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You might want to check the huge thread on this thats about three posts from here. Short story it seems if you stay in recovery and install a rom with knox disabled you are good to go. Read more there...
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Thanks mate, been reading up there and seen the posts. Looks like Renovate has had most success so far with that method. Looks promising, fingers crossed. I've got another few more days in jail before I get the OEM unlock back.
I don't think anyone has reported a failure yet doing it that way. Still a ways to go on the testing though, It appears folks aren't all that anxious to screw up a good thing once they get up and running. The good news is if ordinary dumbassez like us can get in the smart guys should get something figured out sooner rather than later. Anyhow, good luck, if it's any consolation mine showed up in 5 days...
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Hey mate, maybe you can try the method a few users are going to do now, after another week and when OEM re appears then redo the process but this time don't boot the device. However I see what happened in your case the phone restarted itself when configuring SuperSU.. I've not hear that happening before. Maybe try Magisk if your looking at trying again? Strange it rebooted by itself. Good luck and let us know how you go.
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Thanks for the suggestion mentioned, but what do you mean by redo the process? Or just switch off and then on the oem unlock toggle when it reappears in 7 days after the first flash(twrp and supersu) followed by a reboot(as only via reboot can I judge if it works)?
In addition, in my case the phone restarted itself when I tried to modify host to disable the annoying ads, not during configuring SuperSU.
Just ended up in the same boat as OP. same version same carrier etc.
hopefully soon the smart ones can figure this out. off to find stock rom and try to get back a working device
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Just ended up in the same boat as OP. same version same carrier etc.
hopefully soon the smart ones can figure this out. off to find stock rom and try to get back a working device
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Hey mate, try the below mentioned method and see if it works.
thegreenthief said:
Alright, here's where I'm at after some experimentation.
I received my phone on the 19th, and when I looked in "Developer options" for the "OEM Unlock" option it was not present. A week (7 days) goes by and I look in "Developer options" again and I see that "OEM Unlock" is there. I enabled the toggle that day, and then in the evening I successfully flashed TWRP and noverity. After this I rebooted according to the instructions and I encountered the "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message along with a soft brick. Reflashed stock firmware to get out of it and "OEM Unlock" has vanished from "Developer options"
Now, a week goes by after this (7days again) and I check for "OEM Unlock" on the 26th. Just like clockwork it's there. This time I flash TWRP, skip noverity, and flash Magisk. I'm able to successfully root and I boot into the system -- I check "Developer options" for "OEM Unlock" and the toggle isn't there. For whatever reason after a while I decided I would reboot and see what happens. I go into a soft brick with the same "Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed" message. I'm kind of kicking myself, because now I need to wait another week for the toggle to show up so I can make another attempt.
Next week I am going to flash TWRP, flash Magisk, and then let the phone sit there for another week while I wait for the "OEM Unlock" toggle to show back up. Once that happens I am going to see if I can reboot freely or if I encounter another soft brick situation. If I soft brick again I'm fresh out of ideas as a phone that is rooted but can never be rebooted without flashing back to stock is a non-starter.
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Andysmith71 said:
I'm doing the same as you, I'm still a few days away from week 2. So I'll do the same, flash TWRP and Magisk then try my hardest not to have the phone restarted for any reason for another week. No reports yet of this work around as it's still early in the peace but I know there are a number of users who will try this method. Good luck and I'll post how I go or if someone else posts sooner! BTW did you do a wipe/format before flashing Magisk out of interest? Cheers.
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I will give it a try once oem unlock returns. Hopefully this can be resolved soon. Being in jail sucks. I've tripped Knox so lost Samsung features and no root still so dont have root advantages.
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krabman said:
You might want to check the huge thread on this thats about three posts from here. Short story it seems if you stay in recovery and install a rom with knox disabled you are good to go. Read more there...
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Well I got out of Jail yesterday after getting back the OEM unlock for the 2nd time. This time I decided to 'play it safe' until the smart people figure out what the issues are. This method worked perfectly for me and I've now been flashing Viper, flashing extra fonts, doing backups in TWRP and generally using the phone as normal again. The current Renovate release (r95) has most of the issues fixed and is a good daily driver, also the facial recognition is all fixed and Magisk is working with no issues, I've been able to use my banking apps for over the counter purchases again, tested and all working. Here is the method that worked for me -
How to flash Renovate and not stuff up. Remove SIM card before starting (I got this from Krabman's posts so I was not going to tempt fate at this stage by leaving in my SIM card, this is just a playing safe method for now).
1. Install TWRP (I trust you all are okay with everything up to this part)
2. In TWRP, swipe right and go into menu.
3. Wipe / Format Data / Yes
4. Reboot into RECOVERY
5. Flash DM-Verity
6. Wipe / Factory reset (by swiping)
7. Flash Renovate - I chose to root with Magisk cause it works for my banking apps.
8. After flashing Renovate, allow it to boot into System.
9. Do your basic setup and then reboot.
10. Now insert SIM and continue to setup your phone, Ti and all that good stuff. Phone is now rooted and working, TWRP is all working and safe to use as normal. This is the part that I did Ti restore and flashed Viper4Android etc etc.
11. Happy days for now, until we work out exactly what the issues are.......
The only thing I did not do was to try and flash the XSA firmware (Australia Unbranded) with the S8 CSC firmware installer. Apparently another user used it and it worked for them on the Note 8, however I did not want to chance it for now. The only drawback is on Volte and WiFi calling is missing but that's not a deal breaker. I might research a bit more before I try to flash the CSCSelection_S7_S8 zip.
AndiF85 said:
I will give it a try once oem unlock returns. Hopefully this can be resolved soon. Being in jail sucks. I've tripped Knox so lost Samsung features and no root still so dont have root advantages.
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I was in the same boat as you - if Renovate floats your boat then check out my last post, I've installed Renovate and all working nicely again... Waiting for one week then in jail for another week sucked hard!
Great to hear it worked for you. I was thinking of using Renovate as well as it looks like the best option we have at the moment. Now you have confirmed it's all good I'll be doing it the day I'm released from OEM jail. When I flashed stock firmware I tried the note 8 xsa to see if it was any better than the Telstra version but instead just lost features and gained new things in settings which didn't even work so went back and flashed Telstra version.
I know it's wishful thinking but does Samsung pass work for you? I don't care for Samsung pay and health but Samsung pass was a nice feature.
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AndiF85 said:
Great to hear it worked for you. I was thinking of using Renovate as well as it looks like the best option we have at the moment. Now you have confirmed it's all good I'll be doing it the day I'm released from OEM jail. When I flashed stock firmware I tried the note 8 xsa to see if it was any better than the Telstra version but instead just lost features and gained new things in settings which didn't even work so went back and flashed Telstra version.
I know it's wishful thinking but does Samsung pass work for you? I don't care for Samsung pay and health but Samsung pass was a nice feature.
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Just tested that out for you, unfortunately that is the only one that does not work (Well we know Samsung Pay won't work due to KNOX being tripped). It goes through all the setup okay, then on final authentication it says "Samsung Pass is temporarily unavailable, please try again later". So that's a bit of a bummer.. I've tested Android Pay, all good, and I also use NAB pay and works with no issues as well as long as you set it up correctly with Magisk (there is a bit of a method to follow but I found a way to make it work - in case your with NAB at all).
I might make a suggestion to mwilky to see if that could possibly be fixed in the ROM as I agree it's a great feature.
Edit - That question was already asked by another user, mwilky says that it does not work the moment TWRP is flashed and not likely able to be changed. Bummer.
Soft brick
How do you get out of the soft brick? I have the SM-N950F/DS but I do not know what REGION I need to download for the official firmware. Thanks for any help!
bwallis said:
How do you get out of the soft brick? I have the SM-N950F/DS but I do not know what REGION I need to download for the official firmware. Thanks for any help!
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Use Samsung Smart Switch for that. it will tell you the region code for your phone. It could restore for you, or you could use http://fw.updato.com/, or SamFirm, to download appropriate ROM
Alright finally I'm out of jail.
About to download everything then going to attempt tonight.
Andsmith71 how have you found the rom over the past week?
Any issues?
still holding Root?
Does Bixby Voice still work?
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Hi! I picked up my Canadian P20 Pro last week and couldn't be happier. It's been many years since I've owned a rootable device though and a lot has changed! I've done my best to read through all the guides for rooting the P20 Pro and it's only lead to further confusion as there seem to be many recent advancements. There seem to be a lot of different versions of this phone too. So I have some questions I'm hoping someone can answer easily! Let's assume my bootloader is already unlocked....
1) there's a really great guide on rooting the P20 Pro using All In One tool. But that requires flashing TWRP to achieve root using Magisk. I do not require TWRP as I only want root and do not wish to flash any roms.
a) is there a way to root with Magisk and NOT flash TWRP? I can't seem to find a straight answer on this...
b) failing that, can TWRP safely be removed and keep root afterward?
2) after unlocking the bootloader I was welcomed by a terrifyingly orange warning about my now 'unsafe' phone. I've read mixed things on hiding this. Is there currently a way to hide it?
3) how does the process work for OTA updates on an unlocked bootloader assuming there is no TWRP? I've read differing opinions on the necessity of flashing a no_check.img to the ramdisk and have no understanding of the new security checks on these phones. Can I run risk of bricking my phone through an automated update?
Ultimately I'm scared of forgetting TWRP is on my phone and accepting an update that'll brick it. Any information is welcome as are similar questions!
I am also curious if there is a good root process for this phone. Find anything yet?
djparent said:
Hi! I picked up my Canadian P20 Pro last week and couldn't be happier. It's been many years since I've owned a rootable device though and a lot has changed! I've done my best to read through all the guides for rooting the P20 Pro and it's only lead to further confusion as there seem to be many recent advancements. There seem to be a lot of different versions of this phone too. So I have some questions I'm hoping someone can answer easily! Let's assume my bootloader is already unlocked....
1) there's a really great guide on rooting the P20 Pro using All In One tool. But that requires flashing TWRP to achieve root using Magisk. I do not require TWRP as I only want root and do not wish to flash any roms.
a) is there a way to root with Magisk and NOT flash TWRP? I can't seem to find a straight answer on this...
b) failing that, can TWRP safely be removed and keep root afterward?
2) after unlocking the bootloader I was welcomed by a terrifyingly orange warning about my now 'unsafe' phone. I've read mixed things on hiding this. Is there currently a way to hide it?
3) how does the process work for OTA updates on an unlocked bootloader assuming there is no TWRP? I've read differing opinions on the necessity of flashing a no_check.img to the ramdisk and have no understanding of the new security checks on these phones. Can I run risk of bricking my phone through an automated update?
Ultimately I'm scared of forgetting TWRP is on my phone and accepting an update that'll brick it. Any information is welcome as are similar questions!
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I have a Canadian CLT-L04 that i rebranded and rooted to CLT-L29 with the guide on here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...de-how-to-root-debrand-remove-retail-t3788326
if you want better firmware compared to version 109 thats still on clt-l04 you can follow this guide, it worked well for me. (don't wait canadian OTA it'll take too long)
1) quite sure that TWRP is the easiest and safest way to root. Currently unaware of a better way to root the phone.
b) if you remove TWRP by flashing a stock recovery_ramdisk, root is kept. If you do an OTA though you might lose root.
2) thats here to stay i believe. Cannot find a way to hide it currently.
3)In this guide under the "install an OTA Stock Update: PC Method" you will find all the information you need.
cheers
I finally found the info I needed in this thread:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...ide-getting-started-unlock-twrp-root-t3806180
Overall it was a very simple process and took less than an hour including reading. Once you've got your bootloader unlock code the all in one tool handles it from there. Unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP, reboot into TWRP, flash Magisk and you're done. You can flash the no_check file over TWRP if you want to be ready for updates but I decided to leave TWRP on for now. Loving having root on this phone so far!
On a different note, has anyone discovered any ROMs for this phone yet that can handle the notch? I almost tried Lineage until I found out there is no notch support. I've grown strangely fond of the thing for some reason lol
rhinogator said:
I have a Canadian CLT-L04 that i rebranded and rooted to CLT-L29 with the guide on here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...de-how-to-root-debrand-remove-retail-t3788326
if you want better firmware compared to version 109 thats still on clt-l04 you can follow this guide, it worked well for me. (don't wait canadian OTA it'll take too long)
1) quite sure that TWRP is the easiest and safest way to root. Currently unaware of a better way to root the phone.
b) if you remove TWRP by flashing a stock recovery_ramdisk, root is kept. If you do an OTA though you might lose root.
2) thats here to stay i believe. Cannot find a way to hide it currently.
3)In this guide under the "install an OTA Stock Update: PC Method" you will find all the information you need.
cheers
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Did you by any chance find a way to go back to CLT-L04 by any chance?
mrnovanova said:
Did you by any chance find a way to go back to CLT-L04 by any chance?
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unfortunately no
mrnovanova said:
Did you by any chance find a way to go back to CLT-L04 by any chance?
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If you do a full backup of the L04 in TWRP before rebranding you should be able to go back to it easily at any time, just remember to save it somewhere safe other than the phone itself. If you've already flashed and are looking to go back you may find someone willing to share a stock backup if you ask around. But always best to do your own backup first, then you can go back whenever you like!
djparent said:
If you do a full backup of the L04 in TWRP before rebranding you should be able to go back to it easily at any time, just remember to save it somewhere safe other than the phone itself. If you've already flashed and are looking to go back you may find someone willing to share a stock backup if you ask around. But always best to do your own backup first, then you can go back whenever you like!
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I never thought of backing up my L04. ??? I guess I'm stuck with L29. Oh well... Thanks for the reply.
help with rebranding tutorial
mrnovanova said:
I never thought of backing up my L04. I guess I'm stuck with L29. Oh well... Thanks for the reply.
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bro did u use the same files as the main tutorial that you share? cause I have the L04 but the mexican one, and I want to rebrand it
but i'm a noob in this things, hope you can help me.:good:
Search for dladz's tutorial.
ON THIS THREAD : https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...to-root-debrand-remove-retail-t3788326/page46
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Anyone unlocked bootloader and rooted recently for the L04 model with 120(C792) Sept-2018 update?
Im scared to update before unlocking and rooting as the update might do something to fastboot etc. (this has happened to LG)
If not, then Ill update but if so, Ill just not update and unlock it as it is.
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Anyone unlocked bootloader and rooted recently for the L04 model with 120(C792) Sept-2018 update?
Im scared to update before unlocking and rooting as the update might do something to fastboot etc. (this has happened to LG)
If not, then Ill update but if so, Ill just not update and unlock it as it is.
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It's really easy to update once you've unlocked, I would suggest unlocking first if you have concerns. I have an L04 as well and just updated to 120 with no problems.
djparent said:
It's really easy to update once you've unlocked, I would suggest unlocking first if you have concerns. I have an L04 as well and just updated to 120 with no problems.
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Hey, Thanks djparent, I unlocked and updated as you suggested.
Everything working properly, just need to root/twrp etc. now.
Thnaks again
No problem, glad it worked for you. I've soft bricked and recovered my phone a few times now experimenting so if you run into any problems I'm happy to help! Lots to learn with the P20.
I have a CLT-L04 8.1.0.136 C69 with October security patch from Mexico I want to rebrand it to CLT- L29 to get wifi calling and get rid of all the bloatware. Could I use this tutorial from dladz's tutorial:
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One of the notes mentions the following: I) ]NOTE*** If you are on a later firmware than 120, please do not attempt this guide!!
I have only rooted one phone before in my life so I am no expert. I do no want to mess up my phone becuse it is the only one that I have. Also If I unlock the boot loader and rebrand can i get OTAs and the upcoming Pie release? Thanks for the help!
LineageOS 15.1 on L04
I installed LineageOS 15.1 on my L04 with out any issue. Some things to consider. USB-C will only charge the device, Titanium Backup will install but doesn't get root access and you'll miss the camera application.
Vedrick said:
I installed LineageOS 15.1 on my L04 with out any issue. Some things to consider. USB-C will only charge the device, Titanium Backup will install but doesn't get root access and you'll miss the camera application.
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Did you install it with a locked bootloader ? I really dont feel like paying for an unlock code. Would like to try Lineage though.
matever said:
Did you install it with a locked bootloader ? I really dont feel like paying for an unlock code. Would like to try Lineage though.
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I do have an unlocked bootloader. Truth is i'm addicted to Rom's lol. That in mind I have tried every Rom, kernel, flash-able zip within this Forum and I can't brick this thing. L04 Canadian. Lineage is the best Rom for our device.
Roms that work:
- Lineage - Hauwei camera can be installed and works, dark mode works well.
------- Doesn't work: USB-C audio, NFC, RAW Option in the camera, Second ear piece as speaker, main speaker works well.
- First Ever Android 9 - Being the first build it works well. (Note: When I installed this rom I never installed the RemoveEncryption-P20Pro.zip) Seemed to work just fine without it. I did run it just because I wanted to see if it would brick my phone. It didn't.
-------Doesn't work: Dark mode, NFC, RAW Option in camera, Second ear piece as speaker, main speaker works well, seems to kill TWRP. eRecovery needed to get TWRP to function.
- AOSP 9 - Berkeley-Flex - Do Not Use...not ready.
Vedrick said:
I do have an unlocked bootloader. Truth is i'm addicted to Rom's lol. That in mind I have tried every Rom, kernel, flash-able zip within this Forum and I can't brick this thing. L04 Canadian. Lineage is the best Rom for our device.
Roms that work:
- Lineage - Hauwei camera can be installed and works, dark mode works well.
------- Doesn't work: USB-C audio, NFC, RAW Option in the camera, Second ear piece as speaker, main speaker works well.
- First Ever Android 9 - Being the first build it works well. (Note: When I installed this rom I never installed the RemoveEncryption-P20Pro.zip) Seemed to work just fine without it. I did run it just because I wanted to see if it would brick my phone. It didn't.
-------Doesn't work: Dark mode, NFC, RAW Option in camera, Second ear piece as speaker, main speaker works well, seems to kill TWRP. eRecovery needed to get TWRP to function.
- AOSP 9 - Berkeley-Flex - Do Not Use...not ready.
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What did you use to unlock your bootloader ? Funky ? Also I know what you mean I am addicted to Roms as well :laugh: Thanks for all the info I really appreciate it.
newbie warning: don't re-lock bootloader, and beware flashing any custom ROM. &OTA...
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before doing anything, backup some little partitions: EFS, fsg, Vendor. Maybe others. You will need these to get back to a working stock.
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note added 2-27-2020: it may be that some problems with returning to stock are due to not (in TWRP) advanced wiping data, system, dalvik ART cache before flashing. You can do temp "fastboot boot twrp-3.3.1-0-payton.img" w/o quotes, and do it there. -changed/edited. don't use TWRP to flash a stock zip!
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NO FIX IS KNOWN FOR ANY OF THESE PROBLEMS. PHONE IS DESTROYED.
newbie warning: don't re-lock bootloader, and beware flashing ANY custom ROM.
On the X4, the bootloader changes drastically between 8 and 9 as it introduces a dual file system which is used by OTA updates to alternate the live system, and as a backup if failure. It is not a true Treble system, only partial. You must not depend on being able to flash back and forth between O and P. If you update to P, stay there. I expect this to be exacerbated by those phones which update to 10, if that in fact happens(probably One/fi only). There is also much confusion as to which file system/setup any custom ROM uses, and thus, how you would get back to stock, if that is even possible. Be very careful and assure yourself that you are fully willing to lose permanently your new phone before you do anything. Please read posts in these forums.
I've seen many posts of folks, mostly noobs, who have flashed ANY custom ROM Lineage and are unable to get back to a working stock. Sounds super simple but apparently it's not. Best to assume that if you try things, especially Lineage, that you will never be able to get back to a working stock. Read a bunch of posts here and you will realize that.
I've also seen a bunch of folks on this phone, and other phones who have run a bat file to flash their phone which contains the line
"fastboot oem lock" or similar.
Don't do it!!! - This will lock your phone and you will never be able to do anything with it again. It is totally unnecessary to lock your phone. Folks who should know better are leaving bat files lying around with this command. If you use one of those bat files to flash your phone, just check and remove that command line. Else you will have destroyed your phone. That's one of those things that "sounds good" until you do it.
EDIT: You can run stock on a bootloader unlocked phone - I do it all the time - plays PoGo just fine. I don't know about banking apps - I don't use them as I assume any 10-year-old can and will hack my phone.
EDIT: 6Feb2020: folks are reporting taking a security OTA onto a modified phone and rendering their phone(s) unusable. Only take OTA to a pure unmodified (no Majisk ever on it)(etc)(no mods ever on it)(stock recovery)(etc) stock ROM. Heed this warning. All of these "temporary" mods leave traces that screw up the update process.
EDIT: this was successfully fixed. see: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x4/help/ota-update-endless-fail-loop-ppws29-69-t4045771 my guess is only works if you haven't changed bootloader or file system - NO custom ROM.
NO FIX IS KNOWN FOR ANY OF THESE PROBLEMS. PHONE IS DESTROYED.
Please do a lot of reading here before you try to modify your phone, unless you are totally willing to render it useless. A word to the wise.
Ahah ))) I bought today X4 with relocked BL and I it seems it was relocked after flashing LOS or similar )) )
Now I trying to recover it ))
Сan we boot phone to QC9008 (EDL) mode without testpoiint?
St.Noigel said:
Ahah ))) I bought today X4 with relocked BL and I it seems it was relocked after flashing LOS or similar )) )
Now I trying to recover it ))
Сan we boot phone to QC9008 (EDL) mode without testpoiint?
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afaik, you can't. Return the phone and get your money back. There will probably be a bunch of these worthless phones put up for sale. If you can't return it you could try the suggestions of sd_shadow in other threads here, but I don't believe they were successful on the X4.
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afaik, you can't. Return the phone and get your money back. There will probably be a bunch of these worthless phones put up for sale. If you can't return it you could try the suggestions of sd_shadow in other threads here, but I don't believe they were successful on the X4.
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OK. But I unbrick it. Now I have fully loaded system, but without WiFi ot mobile network.. It`s problem - I can`t turn on OEM unlocking.. (
Goшng to try to find solution
UPD. Everything work well now. But it my device I have custom stock flashed. Not sure it`ll work with LOS onboard
its to late for me
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its to late for me
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Yeah, I know. You're one reason I posted this.
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change: from "Lineage" to "any custom ROM"
hi im thinking about buy this phone for 100 bucks used how i can verify this relocked bootloader problem ? in Developer Options ? if i cant switch to Oem Unlocking its broken ? to make sure this dont happen to me the one who its selling it to me says that already its updated to PIE , i want stock and root it just that after unlock the bootloader but if cant be unlocked i better move on . so my question is what really im looking for , when i get my hands on the phone before drop my money to the thin air because is not a store . and maybe never see this guy again in my life , i Live In The Caribbean Dominican Republic
People here are not so trusty . so i will appreciate if i can have some tips to know if im going to do a good Buy. Thanks In Advance .
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hi im thinking about buy this phone for 100 bucks used how i can verify this relocked bootloader problem ? in Developer Options ? if i cant switch to Oem Unlocking its broken ? to make sure this dont happen to me the one who its selling it to me says that already its updated to PIE , i want stock and root it just that after unlock the bootloader but if cant be unlocked i better move on . so my question is what really im looking for , when i get my hands on the phone before drop my money to the thin air because is not a store . and maybe never see this guy again in my life , i Live In The Caribbean Dominican Republic
People here are not so trusty . so i will appreciate if i can have some tips to know if im going to do a good Buy. Thanks In Advance .
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Good to not be trusting!!!! With this (or any) phone, I recommend you get only from a place (like ebay) where you can easily return it and get your money back. ebay can force a reluctant seller to refund your money. Assure that the seller has a 99% + rating and says they will accept returns and pay for return shipment, usually for 30 days. I don't think you can easily tell if it has been unlocked and re-locked - only that it works perfectly, or doesn't. You can check the ID of the ROM in your phone against the latest for your area by checking lolinet.
When you get it, check all functions and assure IMEI is present. check wifi, BT, etc etc. Make calls. Check that the phone works with the towers in your area and with a local SIM. etc etc. read here and find the things that folks having problems where it won't do things and assure your phone will do it. Install Pokemon Go on it and play it briefly to assure your phone hasn't been modified. I have no idea if any of these phone will work with any banking or payment apps, and each app will have it's own specific checks that it performs against the phone. Test what you will use. Fully. ASSUME NOTHING!!!
As far as rooting it and/or unlocking it, I would strongly advise against it. For this particular phone X4 I would determine that it works perfectly and then NOT modify it. Unless, of course, you are willing to throw your phone away and buy a new one without a second thought(most of us don't have that kind of money!). Mine happened to have been unlocked when I got it from ebay but it was on a stock 8.1 and it was able to, and did OTA update to the latest Pie stock ROM. Thus I was easily able to assure if was okay. It being unlocked seems to have affected nothing. I have never tried to root it or do anything to it (recovery or otherwise) as I read far too many posts of folks here who had rendered their phones incapable of returning to a working stock, and only on a limited custom. Not what I wanted. I have not heard of anyone successfully getting one of these phones back to a FULLY WORKING stock state.
The days of getting a phone and easily modifying it and then returning it to stock may be gone. Get a phone you will enjoy, and use it! Unmodified!!! Welcome to pre-Treble part1a . Expect a few years of growing pains.
I like my phone and enjoy not having to worry about whether a custom ROM will work and constantly be chasing updates and fixes. I use a case - I believe it is this one
https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Motoro...hash=item33d89fee5a:m:mU5XV7jSj1TfD_kr-L4VT9g
which, so far, has protected it from several minor falls. I would never use any phone w/o a case!!!
But i think if the phone gets unlocked the bootloader and flash twrp making a backup of the stock recovery before just booting the twrp custom recovery then flash magisk on twrp on top of Stock PIE , After Of Course Make A Full Backup Of all partitions reboot and then on Stock PIE have ROOT. and never flash custom roms and never lock the bootloader and stock can be reflashed without problems with a script on linux with fastboot on bootloader-fastboot mode this plan can work , NO ? i had a E4 sprint and never had problems doing that
I need root for A Lot Of Things like Xposed Drivedroid Youtube vanced Adway ETC.
Can Anyone who is reading this have done this just root pie on this phone with unlocked bootloader ? and able to restore stock flashing it back with the retail firmware just to remove root and clean the stock and recovery ? or try to put android one ? the phone which im going to buy its the XT1900-6 retail brazil i already have the retail stock official pie rom ready to flash and with the script on linux with no fastboot oem lock anywhere .
added to OP: EDIT: 2-6-2020 folks are reporting taking a security OTA onto a modified phone and rendering their phone(s) unusable. Only take OTA to a pure unmodified (no Majisk ever on it)(etc)(no mods ever on it)(stock recovery)(etc) stock ROM. Heed this warning. All of these "temporary" mods leave traces that screw up the update process.
OTA issues
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added to OP: EDIT: 2-6-2020 folks are reporting taking a security OTA onto a modified phone and rendering their phone(s) unusable. Only take OTA to a pure unmodified (no Majisk ever on it)(etc)(no mods ever on it)(stock recovery)(etc) stock ROM. Heed this warning. All of these "temporary" mods leave traces that screw up the update process.
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I posted a new thread on these OTA issues with the X4 at https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x4/help/ota-update-endless-fail-loop-ppws29-69-t4045771. I was never presented with an "option" to install the latest OTA, it just automatically attempted to install (apparently a FORCED update) and is continuing to do so and failing ad infinitum. That phone works, just getting constant failure notifications. Question is, how to stop the attempted updates?
The second identical phone (updated per Magisk OTA tutorial instructions) is borked, with no phone connectivity. Can these be recovered by wiping/flashing stock rom PPWS29.60-39-6-2 and get them operating again as stock? I can forego the OTAs if there's a way to stop them from screwing up the device.
I never had other than stock recovery on either of these phones, I always boot TWRP via fastboot to do mods.
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@redwoodie , please don't post to this thread. I read all your threads/posts but have no information.
NO FIX IS KNOWN FOR ANY OF THESE PROBLEMS. PHONE IS DESTROYED.
As to whether "x" strategy will work, you are certainly free to explore that on your own, in your own thread.
No one here knows. I am certainly not going to experiment on my own phone and run the likelihood of having to buy a new one. Folks like yourself keep showing up and doing just that because they are SURE it will work. But it hasn't.
Read all the posts.
There are very few folks left here on this forum. Once they have destroyed their phone, and tried a bunch of things, they move on.
THERE IS NO SOLUTION.
This thread is only to warn newbies.
I personally know nothing about the phone other than what has been posted by others.
Read it.
If you discover a true solution that allows a phone to work perfectly ON STOCK, please post it and you will make lots of folks happy, assuming it is repeatable.
However, no known solution.
But, again, you are free to explore solutions - just not in this thread, please. Thanks.
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note added 2-27-2020: it may be that some problems with returning to stock are due to not (in TWRP) advanced wiping data, system, dalvik-ART-cache before flashing. You can do temp "fastboot boot twrp-3.3.1-0-payton.img" w/o quotes, and do it there. -changed/edited. don't use TWRP to flash a stock zip!
This guy is full of crap
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only modify a phone you are willing to throw away.......
NO FIX IS KNOWN FOR ANY OF THESE PROBLEMS. PHONE IS DESTROYED.
Please do a lot of reading here before you try to modify your phone, unless you are totally willing to render it useless. A word to the wise.
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I've literally put so many different custom ROMs on this phone. I've bricked it, unbricked, hard bricked it and soft bricked it. Stop misinforming people bro. The Moto G6 I would say to be careful with but still I wouldn't make a post like this guy. The Moto x4 just requires a little prep to make it a full treble, GSI accepting, custom Rom beast. Plus there are a few official ROMs out there even Android 10 for the Moto x4 specifically. Don't be scared. Just research a lot and follow instructions
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But i think if the phone gets unlocked the bootloader and flash twrp making a backup of the stock recovery before just booting the twrp custom recovery then flash magisk on twrp on top of Stock PIE , After Of Course Make A Full Backup Of all partitions reboot and then on Stock PIE have ROOT. and never flash custom roms and never lock the bootloader and stock can be reflashed without problems with a script on linux with fastboot on bootloader-fastboot mode this plan can work , NO ? i had a E4 sprint and never had problems doing that
I need root for A Lot Of Things like Xposed Drivedroid Youtube vanced Adway ETC.
Can Anyone who is reading this have done this just root pie on this phone with unlocked bootloader ? and able to restore stock flashing it back with the retail firmware just to remove root and clean the stock and recovery ? or try to put android one ? the phone which im going to buy its the XT1900-6 retail brazil i already have the retail stock official pie rom ready to flash and with the script on linux with no fastboot oem lock anywhere .
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The op is a cracker Jack
Ims status not registered
Guys i flashed custom rom without taking backups of efs and all,so i ended up with ims status not registered because of that my volte is broken mine is retin.I tried to flash stock firmware but the imei is broken.Any way to fix this?
bumpsi since apparently folks are not reading this. mod a phone, likely lose it. relock a phone and def lose it.
Hi all,
I am trying to relock the bootloader on 3T, with no success. I want to do it because of too many apps nagging me or not working with unlocked bootloader
here's what I did to unlock in the past and relock:
unlocking:
- enable dev options, enable oem unlocking & usb debugging
- flashed TWRP & fastboot oem unlock from command line (don't remember which I did first)
- got my phone wiped which was an an unexpected surprise!
- bootloader unlocked, the fist of those lovely warning screens telling me so
- tried to root without success, so no custom ROMs for me
- lived with it like this for a while, too many apps telling me they won't work, decided to relock
- got latest stock ROM, flashed it via TWRP, wiped, tried to fastboot oem lock ==> success reported by CLI, BUT device still unlocked
- flashed just the 3t recovery img, wiped, fastboot oem lock ==> success reported by CLI, BUT device still unlocked
- tried the qualcomm unbrick tool after installing the recommended drivers, can't have it see my device maybe because it's not bricked or maybe some other reason, I don't know. it doesn't show up in the app. Will uninstall and reactivate driver signature checks soon unless someone explains me how to make the bloody phone show up ...
So at this moment I have a many times-wiped phone with latest 9.0.4 stock ROM whose bootloader won't lock back. I am quite at a loss. I haven't tried any magisk or similat, SuperSU at the time told me I am not rooted.
I am tearing out the few hairs I have left. Any help for this poor family man so that he may not be allowed to walk in darkness? (quote from Uninvited). Thanks
Why don't you use Magisk hide to hide root/unlock status to those apps instead of loosing root/adaway and more?
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Why don't you use Magisk hide to hide root/unlock status to those apps instead of loosing root/adaway and more?
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I have never investigated Magisk, I think I installed it at the tima but there was some problem with it so I uninstalled it and didn't think much more about it. The problem is, my phone is not rooted (even though I tried it failed, I unlocked the bootloader to root it in the first place but was not successful), only OEM unblocked. So, so to say, I'm stuck in the worst of the possible worlds except for a bricked device. unlocked with no apparent way to relock it, and not rooted.
I feel like my phone is in some strange state where the normal procedures do not work. If I could at least figure out what's wrong with the rooting, I could go the full way AND then, in case use Magisk. but at the moment I feel like there is a need to put the phone in a known definite state whichever it is and work from there. I'd be happy to revert to stock and locked and then redo everything when needed in the future.
How could I troubleshoot further or get to such a "known state"? many thanks
The thing you did wrong was using the outdated SuperSU method of rooting which is not supported anymore. You should just flash the latest Magisk zip of their github page and then you will have root with the possibility of hiding it for bank apps and others.
https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v20.4/Magisk-v20.4.zip
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The thing you did wrong was using the outdated SuperSU method of rooting which is not supported anymore. You should just flash the latest Magisk zip of their github page and then you will have root with the possibility of hiding it for bank apps and others.
https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v20.4/Magisk-v20.4.zip
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Thanks pitrus, I'll have a look at it tomorrow and will update with what happened
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Thanks pitrus, I'll have a look at it tomorrow and will update with what happened
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Hi, update. I installed Magisk but, seeing that it had a way to put the phone in EDL mode, instead of going full root I decided to go the other way around and try to make my phone as stock as possible and reserve the experiments to an unit other than my primary. So I used the Qualcomm "unbrick" tool, and was able to flash the OxygenOS version that came with it - a rather old Android 6 whose networking (wifi, mobile...) wasn't working. But an adb sideload of the latest version after having put the phone in recovery mode allowed me to restore the networking and to update to the last supported version.
Magisk made the difference in getting me out of the spot. Thanks for bringing it to my attention!
Totally stock pixel 5. Tried to sideload 12, and due to crappy instructions on XDA, that failed to mention the need to do the OEM unlock step, I ended up with a ADB sideload flash that failed at 94% and resulted in a empty A partition and a phone that failed to boot, so it switched to the backup system partition.
I'm now booted on the B partition (Android 11).
How can I fix my phone, so it's got 2 good system partitions?
Enable OEM unlocking, unlock bootloader, then use the Android Flash Tool to flash 12 Beta 5. Wiping /data shouldn't be necessary; however, if this fails and you have to force flash all partitions, a /data wipe will be required.
I highly recommend you keep the bootloader unlocked while using beta firmware, because it makes it a LOT easier to downgrade back to production firmware.
If you intend to root, don't forget to disable dm-verity and vbmeta-verification.
Detailed instructions on using the Android Flash Tool
Tip: When you get to the step of selecting which build to flash to your device, click the pencil icon to change options. Make sure you leave Relock Bootloader unchecked,
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Wiping /data shouldn't be necessary
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But unlocking the bootloader will wipe the phone.....
EDIT: I'm assuming there is a wipe data option with Android Flash Tool?
I don't know. I've never used it
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But unlocking the bootloader will wipe the phone.....
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Correct, but it's still necessary to install the beta (and downgrade)
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EDIT: I'm assuming there is a wipe data option with Android Flash Tool?
I don't know. I've never used it
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There is indeed. It's actually quite comprehensive.
I don't want to unlock the bootloader. I just want to get a system partition back, I do t want root or any modifications,
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I don't want to unlock the bootloader. I just want to get a system partition back, I do t want root or any modifications,
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In that case, I believe the only option for you is to attempt to sideload the OTA via recovery.
Download the beta OTA here
Follow the instructions to apply the OTA here
If this does not work, you can try using the Android Flash Tool after enabling Developer Options and USB Debugging. You can choose not to wipe your device in the tool options. No guarantee this will work. Requires unlocked bootloader
I will say this: Running beta software on a locked bootloader is not only highly inadvisable, it's foolhardy. Beta software is EXPERIMENTAL, you use it AT YOUR OWN RISK, meaning it is YOUR responsibility to fix it if something goes wrong. Keeping your bootloader unlocked means your ability to fix it is limited, if not impossible.
V0latyle said:
In that case, I believe the only option for you is to attempt to sideload the OTA via recovery.
Download the beta OTA here
Follow the instructions to apply the OTA here
If this does not work, you can try using the Android Flash Tool after enabling Developer Options and USB Debugging. You can choose not to wipe your device in the tool options. No guarantee this will work.
I will say this: Running beta software on a locked bootloader is not only highly inadvisable, it's foolhardy. Beta software is EXPERIMENTAL, you use it AT YOUR OWN RISK, meaning it is YOUR responsibility to fix it if something goes wrong. Keeping your bootloader unlocked means your ability to fix it is limited, if not impossible.
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Flash tool doesn't work, as it expects to go i to recovery, and it doesn't it comes up with the no system error.
So when android 12 releases in a couple of weeks, will it just flash it to the other partition, to retain 11? In other words,will this fix itself in the fullness of time.
Also, who is going to fix the crappy XDA blog post that was poorly checked that caused this mess. I can't be the only one (I know the flawed instructions have been copied by the usual churnalists 9to5google Android authority, Android police)
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Flash tool doesn't work, as it expects to go i to recovery, and it doesn't it comes up with the no system error.
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Ah. Well, you can fix this, but it will require unlocking the bootloader.
You can always relock it after you're done.
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So when android 12 releases in a couple of weeks, will it just flash it to the other partition, to retain 11? In other words,will this fix itself in the fullness of time.
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Don't know. Given that you can't boot into recovery, you can't sideload the OTA to test this theory. I personally doubt it. You can either wait and see, or you can just bite the bullet and fix the issue.
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Also, who is going to fix the crappy XDA blog post that was poorly checked that caused this mess. I can't be the only one (I know the flawed instructions have been copied by the usual churnalists 9to5google Android authority, Android police)
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Link to the post? You may not be the only one, but the majority of folks (including myself, I was in the Marine Corps for 9 years so you can guess my mental acuity) have been able to use the instructions to our success.
Isn't unlocking and relocking bootloader detectable in soft fuses and an instant warranty void?
How to install Android 12 and 12L on Google Pixel and other Android devices
Google has just released Android 12L beta for the Pixel lineup. Here is how you can install Android 12 (or 12L) on your smartphone!
www.xda-developers.com
Someone in the comments also broke their phone by following the untested Instructions.
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Isn't unlocking and relocking bootloader detectable in soft fuses and an instant warranty void?
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I'm not sure. But that raises a question for you: Why are you running beta firmware if you're worried about the warranty?
Chr1stOnABike said:
How to install Android 12 and 12L on Google Pixel and other Android devices
Google has just released Android 12L beta for the Pixel lineup. Here is how you can install Android 12 (or 12L) on your smartphone!
www.xda-developers.com
Someone in the comments also broke their phone by following the untested Instructions.
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I have updated my phone using both of these methods and can personally confirm the instructions are correct. The only difference I would point out is that I'm comfortable enough using adb and fastboot commands that I manually type them and don't use the batch file.
It is your responsibility to understand the instructions and follow them. You flash and modify your device at your own risk. If you do not fully understand the instructions, it is also your responsibility to either find the details you need, or ask for help.
This may seem rather condescending or apathetic, but the situation is this:
- You tried to run experimental beta firmware on your device despite your concerns for the warranty
- You did not ask questions before doing so, and if you did read any of the multiple threads on this issue, you would have been acutely aware of the recommendation to unlock your bootloader before you proceed
- You are now left with few options to fix your device because you decided to ignore experienced advice and do things your own way
As I stated previously, the responsibility for fixing things is yours and yours alone. If you were that concerned with your warranty, you should have kept your phone completely stock and avoided installing the beta.
I have one last recommendation for you:
Disenroll from the beta program and wait for the OTA to take you back to A11 public release. A data wipe will be required.
You have been told in detail what you can do to fix your device. What you do now is completely up to you.
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I'm not sure. But that raises a question for you: Why are you running beta firmware if you're worried about the warranty?
I have updated my phone using both of these methods and can personally confirm the instructions are correct. .
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The instructions only work if you have previously done the unmentioned OEM unlock step, which you must have done.
The fact you don't understand this, it limits your credibility. Just because something worked for you, doesn't make it correct.
It also sounds like you don't understand the difference between OEM unlock and a bootloader unlock.
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The instructions only work if you have previously done the unmentioned OEM unlock step, which you must have done.
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Yes - I unlocked and rooted my phone the day I got it, and I bought it full price direct from Google. Your point?
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The fact you don't understand this, it limits your credibility. Just because something worked for you, doesn't make it correct.
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Yes, it's always worked for me. I've been trying to work with you here and give you options that do not require OEM Unlock or unlocking the bootloader. The reason I thought the Android Flash Tool might work is because it's literally a tool provided by Google, and though it uses ADB, I figured they might have some sort of security to allow recovery of locked phones.
What exactly is it you don't think I understand? As I've pointed out, you decided to install beta software on your device despite your concerns for warranty. As I ALSO pointed out, if warranty was that much of a concern for you, you should have stayed on stock public release firmware and not messed with anything at all.
I will admit that the guide you linked does not mention needing an unlocked bootloader. I think it's generally been assumed among us in the community that modifying your device requires an unlocked bootloader. I will talk to the mods and see if we can get a note added to the post. However, you seemed to miss the big warning that advises against using the beta on your daily driver.
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It also sounds like you don't understand the difference between OEM unlock and a bootloader unlock.
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Again, how so? If you're going to call me ignorant, you had better explain how.
OEM Unlock simply sets a flag: "unlock-ability" to 1. It's an on/off switch that corresponds to the 1 or 0 set for the "unlock-ability" flag. It has no other function.
When someone attempts to unlock the bootloader, the device checks that flag. If it's 0, the bootloader cannot be unlocked. If it's 1, it can.
Unlocking the bootloader disables security features that prevent you from flashing partitions on your phone, or booting images sent via ADB. The reason why this is important when running custom or experimental firmware is because it allows the user to reflash corrupted partitions (like in your case). It allows a lot more freedom over what you can do with your phone.
I've been doing this for years - more than 10 years in fact. I would be careful about making accusations like "you don't understand the difference" or "you don't know what you're talking about'" to someone who is trying to help you. I understand you're frustrated, but you're going to have to swallow your pride here and admit, at least to yourself, that you screwed up. It seems pretty clear to me that you either did not fully understand the risk of trying to modify your device with a locked bootloader (yes, installing the beta counts as a modification), or you ignored the risk and tried to do it anyway. Yet you come here and impugn my credibility? As they say, "check yourself before you wreck yourself". You screwed up and got yourself into this mess. You alone are to blame. No one has to help you, and believe me, I've been quite tempted to tell you to pound sand. The least you can do is show a little gratitude for someone who's trying to help, and respect for experience and knowledge far beyond your own.
I have one more option for you: Rescue mode.
Reboot your phone into bootloader (hold power + volume down, release power but keep holding volume down when screen turns off)
Use volume buttons to select rescue mode on the right side, then press power to select
Google Pixel Repair Tool
This probably won't work because the repair tool only works if the firmware on your phone is older or equivalent to the firmware the repair tool has.
Chr1stOnABike said:
The instructions only work if you have previously done the unmentioned OEM unlock step, which you must have done.
The fact you don't understand this, it limits your credibility. Just because something worked for you, doesn't make it correct.
It also sounds like you don't understand the difference between OEM unlock and a bootloader unlock.
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I haven't had time to read much of this thread yet, but why insult the one person I see who's trying to help you?
I've seen this before and other users who may know what to do, usually just walk away as they don't want to help someone who may just insult them or are clearly unappreciative of the help given.
Everyone let's all keep it civilized.
If you have issue with a post, please hit report button and walk away.
Positive vibes, all.
--andybones
@Chr1stOnABike I am indeed trying to help you, as I understand your situation is frustrating. I also understand that it may be frustrating to be told to do what you didn't want to do in the first place, but the reason why I'm telling you to do it is because it'll be of the most help to you.
Losing your data sucks. I get it. But fortunately the Pixel 5 is great about backing everything up to your Google account. Just make sure your photos are backed up and you'll be fine. Setting it back up after a wipe is a pain in the ass, but again, I'm recommending the bootloader unlock because I believe it's your best chance at recovery.
As far as that goes, I'm still trying to be flexible and provide you with different options. Be aware that if these other options don't work, you have no other choice. I'm not saying that to be rude, that's just the reality of it.
And lastly, I would very much appreciate you making the distinction between thinking I'm wrong because you have evidence to the contrary, vs thinking I'm wrong simply because you don't like my recommendations. If you sincerely believe I'm incorrect and can demonstrate how, please feel free to do so.
My only objective here is to help people the best I can with the knowledge and experience I have.
For those who ever get stuck like I did. When I got stuck in a bootloop, I realized I could 'fastboot boot twrp.img' and was able to save my internal storage from being lost by backing up to PC with TWRP, then move it back onto internal after the factory reset. Did I lost app data in these cases, yes. But that's my own fault for not regularly backup app data up with something like Swift or AppDash.
@Chr1stOnABike just checking in to see if you were able to get your problem resolved?