Potential Bootloader Unlock for Non-Dev Edition

Have you been unlocked your bootloader using either method?

  • YES, I'M UNLOCKED IN ALL ITS GLORY

    Votes: 117 50.0%
  • NO, NEITHER WORKED

    Votes: 35 15.0%
  • I WANT TO, BUT I DONT TRUST IT

    Votes: 82 35.0%

  • Total voters
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Franzie3

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I'm unlocked. Pictures to come shortly. SUCCESS SUCCESS SUCCESS!!

Also forgot unlocking wiped my phone....lol no big deal I will take that
 
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summer.cat

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And this thread is the reason this method will not last very long.

People don't seem to understand, talking and making threads about such things in the open cuts down the time things like this are available.

Droid Maxx "Developer Edition"

Completely agree with you!
We have one-two, maximun 5-7 days before someone from Motorola will read this topic and found his employer by tao lot etc..
 

Franzie3

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Franzie what version twrp did you get, I read recently they updated.

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i grabbed the TWRP 2.6.3.1 form Moto X and flashed through ADB commands. I used it and had it install SuperSU. And then just updated the SU binary and also had root.

Non of this is official, just lucky it works. If Dev picks up on this im sure they will pop up
 

Franzie3

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Op updated!!

OP UPDATED WITH IMAGES FROM MY UNLOCK.

- pics are crap and were taken from an older ipod touch, only thing i had laying around
 

rds217

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My 3rd party buyer from eBay (cXXXXXX.sXXX for those that also used them as they were mentioned in other threads here and in the Moto X forum) was having issues with their paypal account receiving funds. Has anyone been able to send a payment to this 3rd party buyer via paypal within the past 24-36 hours? I would prefer to stick with this buyer, as they have been confirmed as reliable by others on XDA up until this issue.

I'd like to get in on this while it's still an option.
 

danger2u

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Jan 24, 2010
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if i had 4.2 on my droid maxx can i unlock my bootoader ?
or i need to get a unlock code?
thanks
 

Dragon31337

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I've unlocked my MAXX, of course got wiped, but that was expected. Official unlock process do that and it is an official unlock, but you get the code not from moto directly =)
My spouse's mini is on the way this evening.

I hope these unlocks will give a noticeable speedup in ROM development. I'm so happy now :victory:
 

bird3051

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Sep 23, 2009
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i grabbed the TWRP 2.6.3.1 form Moto X and flashed through ADB commands. I used it and had it install SuperSU. And then just updated the SU binary and also had root.

Non of this is official, just lucky it works. If Dev picks up on this im sure they will pop up

I'm going to try this when I get home. Did you have to push the SuperSU or did TWRP have that option on it?
 

Franzie3

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I'm going to try this when I get home. Did you have to push the SuperSU or did TWRP have that option on it?

After flashing twrp through afb commands then reboot boot loader and boot into recovery. Then when yo go to reboot system it will promo you to install SuperSU
Once you do it will reboot then just go into the SuperSU app and follow prompts

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Franzie3

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Sep 24, 2010
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I've unlocked my MAXX, of course got wiped, but that was expected. Official unlock process do that and it is an official unlock, but you get the code not from moto directly =)
My spouse's mini is on the way this evening.

I hope these unlocks will give a noticeable speedup in ROM development. I'm so happy now :victory:

Yes I forgot to mention that you wipe your entire phone so pull anything off it you want. I was pissed I lost photos....oh well..

I'll update the OP

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bird3051

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After flashing twrp through afb commands then reboot boot loader and boot into recovery. Then when yo go to reboot system it will promo you to install SuperSU
Once you do it will reboot then just go into the SuperSU app and follow prompts

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Cool. I will try it as soon as I walk through the front door.
 

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    ****OK FIRST OFF BY NO MEANS IS THIS METHOD A BRUTE FORCE METHOD OR A HACK OF SORTS****
    ***THIS METHOD INVOLVES PURCHASING A SERVICE AND PROVIDING YOUR DEVICES IMEI NUMBER****
    ***I, NOR ANYONE ELSE, IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU USE THIS AND SOMETHING DOES NOT WORK***

    ***IF SUCCESSFUL, YOU SHOULD ALSO KNOW THAT YOUR WARRANTY IS NOW VOIDED, BUT HEY YOUR HAVE AN UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER RIGHT?***

    **SEE HERE FOR TWRP AND ROOT INT HIS THREAD INFO ONCE YOU ARE UNLOCKED**
    UPDATE: See this post on pg 30 for TWRP and ROOT INSTALL
    http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51155272&postcount=294


    Ok so as some know there has been a somewhat confirmed and discovered way to unlock the bootloader on carrier purchased Moto X/Droid Ultra/Maxx/Mini Devices. I will explain in brief detail what is needed to do. Please understand that I will be providing no links, just a brief explanation of what you can do to attempt this. There are 2 methods.
    1 - doing it directly yourself and purchasing the service. (website)
    2 - using the service through a 3rd Party (eBay)

    The service I found is on a website if you have not heard about it, PM someone here willing to help. Now in order to use the site you need to sign up etc etc and its not in English. Here is where your good ol friend Goggle Translate comes into play.

    Now for Method 1
    Sign up on the website. The website is called taobao.com. you will need to use chrome and google translate to navigate through the site. you will need to set up and account and payment info etc etc.
    Search for a seller selling the unlock codes (Price will no be in USD). Search for xt1080 unlock or something like that. There are many purchase options. Just amke sure it is for your device and read the listing.
    Purchase using the sites standard payment method (similar to paypal here) or through credit card elligble for purchases in the country of origin.
    *Provide IMEI to seller and receive unlock code.
    Usually within 24-48 hours you have an unlock code.


    *NOTE - If you do not feel comfortable providing this, then i suggest you stop right away. Always know what you are doing and the risks involved.

    Method 2
    Certain sellers on eBay will provide a service to do all the purchasing for you and all you need to do it pay the small auction price, and then paypal or transfer them the funds for the sale. They will purchase for you etc etc. You will need to search for taobao on eBay and find a seller. Once this is done then you can work with the seller, provide the link to the item you want and go from there. Please be aware of what you are doing. IN this method you now give your IMEI to not only the person giving the unlock code, but also a person through eBay.

    **AGAIN PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING**

    I myself went ahead with method 1 and was successful (see images). Some people have had success and will contest to it. As with any boot loader unlock, please know your warranty is now void and neither XDA, its members, or anyone else including myself is responsible for what you do.

    Please use this thread to talk about success or failure using this process if you do. Do not post links to anything or anything that would be frowned upon through XDA. If you want to you can always PM people for more details about things. Not saying everyone bombard me with PM's. I will answer but i also have a normal life and don't want people upset if i don't respond.

    Please also note that unlocking the bootloader will wipe your device clean. This includes storage.

    If you want more detailed instructions - Go here http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/verizon-moto-maker-bootloader-unlock-t2680651

    Good Luck

    UPDATE: IMAGES ATTACHED, I HAVE BEEN UNLOCKED. Sorry for the blurry cam pics, only had a work iPod touch that i could snap quick pictures with
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    And this thread is the reason this method will not last very long.

    People don't seem to understand, talking and making threads about such things in the open cuts down the time things like this are available.

    Droid Maxx "Developer Edition"
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    Well after 6 days and a lot of patience, I finally have an unlocked bootloader. I would like to give a big shout out the help @NWKENT has given to everyone on this forum, and especially in this specific topic. While he's definitely not the only one, he's been a big help to me just in his guides and being brave enough to dive in head first and letting everyone know what to do/not do. So, THANKS NWKENT!
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    Okay All, I have the latest TWRP 2.7.0.0 installed and running on my Maxx. This is from the Moto X but will work just fine.

    https://www.dropbox.com/s/koq7jni2je0tl6r/TWRP-2.7.0.0-moto_msm8960dt.img

    Instructions are the same as any other recovery flash for now
    place into folder where fastboot.exe resides.

    run from the folder the following:
    fastboot flash recovery TWRP-2.7.0.0-moto_msm8960dt.img
    to confirm do the following after it flashes
    fastboot reboot-bootloader
    use arrow down to select recovery, once highlighted use arrow up to select.
    Once TWRP loads, check the top it should say Team Win Recovery Project v2.7.0.0

    IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME FLASHING RECOVERY SINCE UNLOCK, USE THE BELOW TO GET ROOT
    from TWRP screen
    Select Reboot
    Select System
    You will be prompted to install SuperSU
    Say YES and install
    Allow phone to reboot
    Once booted open SuperSU app
    Update App/Binaries
    Profit from root.

    Enjoy. Know some ROMs are coming, and just be patient. I might have one to play with soon based on the 4.4 OTA build.
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    Code worked via eBay purchasing agent... Smooth as silk. Haha

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