I've read that some people like to install twrp, root, etc. and then re lock the bootloader. Is there any benefits to doing that? And is there a way to unlock/lock without wiping every time you unlock again?
Why re lock the bootloader?
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It's better to relock it as if your phone is lost or stolen unlocking it ends up wiping the phone. Your data is safer.
No, you can't if bootloader is locked, first thing is to unlock the bootloader.
Which kind of forces you into a clean wipe each time you flash. Like you should.
Besides, with Nandroid + titanium backups = not a big deal. You can always go back to where you were before flash or restore apps after.
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With these new bootloaders, on a locked status, can you temp boot into an external recovery?
Re-locking your bootloader can be risky. If you're on a custom rom and rooted, if something goes wrong, and you can't boot into Android, you could be stuck in a loop and have to either re-flash the rom in recovery (hopefully custom recovery) or wipe and re-flash stock via fastboot. Alternatively, you could experience the same issues using a custom kernel on stock for root. Basically, with the new verity checks and security framework, at this point with the phone being so new, you're better off sticking with it locked or unlocked and keeping it that way for optimal use.
TWRP should add a password function.
It won't unlock features until you enter a password. This protects the phone even with an unlocked bootloader.
It won't unlock features until you enter a password. This protects the phone even with an unlocked bootloader.
I hadn't thought it of it that way! Good point, and thanks for the advice!
I agree that clean wipes are the way to go, but it wipes everything including pictures, media, anything you might want to flash. You have to move everything to a pc, and then move it back which can be a hassle.
What I meant is, if I unlock the bootloader and install twrp, can I re lock the bootloader and have twrp continue to work and be able to wipe, flash, etc.
This times a million!!
This won't effectively do anything. TWRP is just the recovery component. As long as your bootloader is unlocked, a thief can just boot into the bootloader and overwrite your recovery with his own (a new TWRP without a password, CWM, stock, etc).
When did the average pickpocketer, street mugger or armed robber become an expert Android developer? Chances are, the thug who steals your phone never heard of XDA anyways
I say keep your bootloader unlocked and stop overestimating **** Dastardly's IQ :silly:
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Never. I was just pointing out the flaw in the belief that putting a password on TWRP will somehow stop a determined thief from accessing your data.
Nope. Why would someone store backups on the device they are backing up? That's just crazy talk. :silly:
http://amzn.com/B00Q4U7LIO
Of course, I'm going to have to get something like this to replace it. Hopefully something comes along which will fit on my key ring.
Edit: Or This or That.
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.Nope. Why would someone store backups on the device they are backing up? That's just crazy talk. :silly:
http://amzn.com/B00Q4U7LIO
Of course, I'm going to have to get something like this to replace it. Hopefully something comes along which will fit on my key ring.
Edit: Or This or That.
Or this may be mo betta.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/accessories/mini-microsd-reader-redux-type-c-t3235374
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Nah, Kickstarter one looks better and only $11 bucks. Plugs have lots of faster cards lying around.
I also would like it, but here it says why they don't want to add this function: https://twrp.me/faq/securetwrp.html.
There are a trwp skin that adds a simple password protection. but I have never proved it.
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