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[Motorola Droid X2] morphius2036:
Root was gained on S-off(HTC only Phones) with slowing down the ADB portion of boot which was just used to check if there was an update.zip on the SDcard and to check the file integrity of the files there. The reason to have an 8gig or higher card full with useless data was to just give the shell code time to execute in ADB mode. Exploit of the weakest link in the chain (Linux to Winderz communication).

Serveral attempts were made to modify the update.zip once we could simi-sign a zip but it was found for us in the Eris it did two checks of the file integrity first was to store it in NVram then second was signature check of the NVRam copy not what was on the SDCard, We tried to have a legit update to pass first check then on the quick reboot to second check swap out SDCards with modified Update that had SU on it. This way we got the signature check from HTC first boot then we hoped to use the modified data after wards.

But with a digital signature on the locked memblocks we have no option but to find in the deep dark parts of the internet a dev build of X2 to start us off. That is how we got a non-rooted leaked update from HTC China. But that posed its own issues we were stuck from 1.6-2.0 and couldn't back down because the bootlaoder version was higher than the original with the fasboot downgrade (HTC's version of SBF).

Funny thing was I emailed HTC 3 times *****ing them out about getting source code to us and even asked for an unlock to the bootloader and coincidentally 3 days after that last email an HTC employee joind XDA to upload the leaked 2.1 for us.

Never hurts to ask.....I was a bit rude about it had spent endless nights on the IRC with tests.
[Motorola Droid X2] AtLemacks:
At some point in time, you would think a dev could just build a version of Android that doesn't call for all those signatures and such. I mean, they have the ability to completely tear down a build, they know what each file does/should contain. I could be wrong, but I think they are sort of taking the easy way out by just using exploits. Nothing is impossible, not to mention there has to be someone on the internet capable of doing this, we just don't know that person because they aren't a member of XDA.
[Motorola Droid X2] Moon Shadow - NM:
Unfortunately, the way I understand Android, it is not that simple.

With Motorola, they put an "encrypted" key in a file somewhere (at the moment, I don't remember what file that is). This encrypted key verified against "data" somewhere in NVRAM at boot time. This is similar to the eFuse technology that was being used in the earlier Motorola Droid models. IBM and TI proprietary technology, I think. The older Droids are using the TI processor. The DX2 is using the Tegra processor so the eFuse technology is not compatible with it.

Until we get an unlocked (decrypted) boot loader, custom kernels is kind of out of the question. Unless, someone figures out how to compile a kernel with this encryption built into a custom kernel without knowing what is actually there (copy/paste). That is a very long shot at best.

I have been compiling kernels for Linux for almost 15 years, and I have never seen a kernel that you could add a module to without having the source code for that module. But, I know there are people out there that have bunches more knowledge that I do, and probably can do something like this. Oh, and trying to decompile a kernel without the source code is next to impossible (for me at least).

One beauty of Linux is that it is open source. With the source code available, you can modify the application or module to your heart's content. With Android, they use an open source OS, and closed source kernel hooks. It kinda goes against the definition of Open Source. Anyhow, I'll step down now and let someone else rant. :D
[Motorola Droid X2] BDAZZG1:
...and VZW gets reimbursed by the manufacturer. It's not like they spend $350 and lose it. The reseller is not responsible to replace a defective unit, the manufacturer is. VZW is just the reseller of devices. Besides, with their recent price hikes, Tiered data, no more New every 2, etc... **** them! Fat cat bastards! With the amount of money we are forced to spend to acquire the device of our choice, We should have the power to do WHATEVER we want with it. OK so you **** up the software, no warranty...hope you got insurance. That's why Assuron exists. Buy a new car and drop your cigarette behind the seat and burn it down? You're insurance co. will replace it. Right? same difference IMO

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if you broke it, man-up and pay your deductible!
[Motorola Droid X2] ashclepdia:
And now Verizon is trying to cut down employees benefits "or else Verizon runs the risk of losing money" I call bull****...yes ceos deserve some nice.money chunks but.not at the pockets of american workers ((for the least part)) no.money is going to Verizon from me until that junk id settled except for my monthly bill....ill buy phones and accessories elsewhere and not renew contract if they follow through with what they plan....sorry.../end rant for me
[Motorola Droid X2] BDAZZG1:
Your point?

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^+1

Amen to that!

Fat cat bastards ain't losing ****. Well maybe they are... The locked bootloaders among other **** is surely driving customers to other carriers. I will not renew if **** doesn't change!
[Motorola Droid X2] EvilTim:
I will renew, and most people will too. The fact is, anyone who is grandfathered into unlimited data will not switch to another carrier. I would personally laugh and call the person who switches a retard. And Verizon knows this. I will switch if I ever lose unlimited data, otherwise as much as it might irritate me, I wont leave
[Motorola Droid X2] garywojdan81:
Good point. Unlimited 4g will make it even more valid.
[Motorola Droid X2] AtLemacks:
You guys remember when you had to pay for minutes? Then texting came along and you paid for a set of minutes and individual texts? Then data came along and you had to pay for minute/text package and data individually. It is just their way of trying to MAKE money while they can. They are not losing **** right now, but they know that their technology is capable of more than they are giving you. When is the last time you upgraded your cable internet modem to get a faster speed? You didn't, they are just holding back the potential of the network to get their moneys worth, then drop the price and open the next tier/speed. Same thing with wireless. They are going to squeeze us, then when they want to compete again they will make everything unlimited and price competitively. I say hold out until every provider is using an LTE technology, VZW will turn up their speed to tease the others who are still in their young stage.
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
Please take the time to read this for a serious approach to unlocking this phone.

Ok so I'm just a basic rom developer.... now that this is cleared. I don't want flaming. I want serious thoughts about this approach. This will be a simplistic as I can describe/say.

Now, what do I KNOW about a bootloader(not much but):

When we boot our phones the device goes to the splash screen. It is here that the device will read the kernel and start the checking of signatures to make sure the device's protected partitions haven't been touched and everything is a go. If all signs are green, then we move on to the booting process. The bootloader will then call the init process and start the boot animation(the cool animation of the droid eye/eclipse of moon/whatever boot animation you have) and then the phone goes into a phase where it will load the environment at which we operate the phone in. Then the phone is booted. Now there is a LOT of process going on throughout all this and when the device is actually in the red M splash screen, the phone is unmounting different partitions and mounting different areas of the device to get the "green" light to go.

Now on to how we can beat this.. i think anyway..

Our devices and use edify scripting to allow us to flash a new rom. Within in update-binary we have a special commands that allow us to manipulate the device in a variety of ways. We even have a handy command for COPYING directories. Now, when we go through the process of flashing a rom, couldnt we make a "dumper" script to dump the areas we need to unlock the bootloader?

I know the process is along the lines of being in fastboot and launch oem unlock or w/e the command is, BUT couldn't emulate that command within the script? We have a sytax to run programs within the flashing process within edify (run_program) and with this command, we can pull the actual file we need, launch the run_program command to alter the file within the flash process. And then, execute that in the flash or at least grab the file and alter it by means that we need?

I know the signature is going to be a problem, but didnt the posted cdt table find the signature? Couldnt we copy that over to the modified check?
[Motorola Droid X2] religi0n:
While it MIGHT be somewhat plausible to do what Peperm1nt is suggesting, in my experience of unlocking devices you need to enter a code that is device specific. When we try and use adb oem unlock command on the X2, we get the code and then when we submit it says not implemented. Is it not implemented, or is it just being blocked maybe? If it is being blocked, maybe we could use a script to access it. Maybe not. It seems dangerous and will take a lot of experimentation.

Either way, I will set off on a venture to build a relationship with a Motorola worker, and maybe get an SBF leak or something.
[Motorola Droid X2] ferg40:
I'm really like this idea. How would we put something like this together? Wish I wasn't such a noob.
[Motorola Droid X2] swbf2lord:
Thanks Pepperm1nt! I hope this works.
[Motorola Droid X2] EvilTim:
We can't unlock the bootloader until we get an sbf leaked with the unlock enabled. What mint is describing sounds alot like how 2nd init works. The only things we can do is work around the bootloader until we get the leaked files.we need. It doesn't matter what codes we know if they never program in the option to disable it.
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
I agree with the sbf unlock, but with that command available, couldn't we dump the files that go through the signature check and rework the code to enable the option? From what I recall reading on the cdt table for our phone, the entire file is readable until you reach the signature and it is encrypted. Therefore, couldn't we hex into those files and copy over the signatures? Or even disable that check in all the master files?
[Motorola Droid X2] EvilTim:
Im sure its possible to intercept the signal that says pass or fail the signature check, then somehow spoof it, but im not smart enough to do it. We need a really smart person to get this phone and dive into it. Unfortunately the current top names in the android hacking world hate the x2. Honestly im hoping you're smart enough to figure it out, not many people are trying.
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
Im not too smart on this but I have caught on to a LOT of the android OS on how it works. I'll make a dump tonight and a friend is giving me his x2 so idc to brick for a test sbf or update.zip to flash a re-write... ill post my findings tonight. :)
[Motorola Droid X2] swbf2lord:
Hope it works!
[Motorola Droid X2] AtLemacks:
Good luck man! And I wasn't trying to offend those who build ROM's I was just referring to who Tim calls the big names. The guys who probably KNOW how, or could do it with a little incentive, but just don't give a damn and want to make it hard for the guys who don't know what they are doing(yet).
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
All we can do its try man...i finished the script but I don't have the other x2 atm so... Tomorrow day maybe.
[Motorola Droid X2] :
so what is the progress so far?
[Motorola Droid X2] EvilTim:
I don't know, what have you done? You will get a status update when it gets unlocked, otherwise assume that it didn't work.
[Motorola Droid X2] X0dus:
+1 Your posts brighten my morning!
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
hmm think I found some pudding.. maybe some jello... and some nice information here, BUMP this 12 times after you read.

BL&Kernel Verification Key:

13e9c93d41562d19

Key Length: 32

File Length: 80 Bytes

Cipher: aes256

Does this mean anything to anyone?
[Motorola Droid X2] IDMA.DROID.X2:
Bet it will to some one who knows more than me! Haha
[Motorola Droid X2] ashclepdia:
Where did u find that?
[Motorola Droid X2] swbf2lord:
Question: Could that be inserted into a rom to allow kernels to be flashed?
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
/data/emt

This is where I found it.
[Motorola Droid X2] skwoodwiva:
It could not be 1024 bits out of 80 bytes but maybe it was hype about 1024?

Wake someone up or spoil their Sunday!!!
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
Well... that is my work for now... back to building the rom. Someone get that to Eviltim
[Motorola Droid X2] skwoodwiva:
Data/emt/emt.dat?

Log from emt
[Motorola Droid X2] skwoodwiva:
Remove post please
[Motorola Droid X2] T3HBR1AN:
Edit: Nothing to see here folks.

Sent from my stripped and rooted X2.
[Motorola Droid X2] ashclepdia:
Due to everyone having a different key and the stuff in those logs I am going to have to make an educated guess and say that those "keys" are most likely the phones built in data encryption u can use.

I don't recommend keeping your personal data encryption keys up here for to long. Don't want that info in the wrong hands.

If I am correct in my assumption that is

That last line about sys.mot.encrypt.device are not set leads me to believe this because u haven't set up ur data to be encrypted. Set it up and see if that last.line changes
[Motorola Droid X2] EvilTim:
This was sarcastic everyone. Stop sending me your logs from that file.
[Motorola Droid X2] ashclepdia:
Now THAT is freaking hilarious haahahahah
[Motorola Droid X2] Peperm1nt:
I was on 2.3.3 with that log. Ill check ina min on the next sbf to see if they change
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zb134:
I have an unlocked Bell Vibrant. I am planning a 10 day trip to the US next month and saw that the Bell travel plans are absolute rip-offs.

I was thinking of buying a prepaid SIM once in the US, similar to something shown here http://www.usasims.com

Will this work with my phone, I am not sure it the I9000m is a gsm phone or not. I guess its quad band, so it should work...but looking for some assurance and advice!!

Thanks!!
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] PatcheZ:
You'll need to get an att Sim card to utilize 3g. Only 2g won't work Verizon's cdma network
[Motorola Droid X2] getelevated:
I installed Eclipse 0.5 on my DX2 earlier this week and initially things have been great. The ROM is super stable and everything works, except for wifi. When I go to turn on Wifi it goes through the Turning On stage and then appears to be on. But when I go into the Wi-Fi settings page no networks are listed. And after about 30 seconds the Wifi turns itself off. There is no error displayed, and it does this regardless of where I am. I've tried it at home, at work, and in public so it doesn't seem like it's a router issue. Any ideas?
[Motorola Droid X2] stick1300:
This is no help, but I haven't had this issue. I'm sure someone will know what's up...
[HTC EVO 3D] catpunt:
i'm a tpu case junkie, i've tried like every tpu case for the evo 3d. my favorite was the s-line hybrid case but i wanted an all-matte version. i saw that incipio came out with one something like that:

http://goo.gl/MVr3l

the verdict: it's... definitely a black all-matte tpu case. it's a bit thicker than the s-line hybrid and seems not quite as snug which are definitely drawbacks, though it seems snugger than tpu-cases. it's smooth matte all around with less friction than the hybrid case meaning it will slip off things easier. it is more rigid than other tpus. the power and volume buttons are very easy to press.

i don't have a camera at work or i would have posted pics. lmk if you want to see pics otherwise i won't bother

Edit: added ridiculously hi-res pics. the tabletop was a bit dusty fyi
[HTC EVO 3D] mexiking713:
Would you recommend this over my black s line tpu case?

Sent from my HTC Evo in 3D
[HTC EVO 3D] stanglifemike:
Thanks for the info. I would like to see pics of it. Description says precise cutouts for the cameras, and the closeup pic looks like a great cut, but the pic showing the entire back looks like the cutouts are slightly off. Now it doesn't look like it would affect pictures in any way, but for $20 I would expect them to be perfect. Overall it looks nice but I wouldn't spend 20 on this when I can get one on eBay for 5, or from tpu-cases for 7. I don't know if the 2 places I mentioned offer a completely matte black, but if not I'd save 13-15 dollars and deal with gloss on the sides. Just my initial opinion of course, not knocking your purchase by any means! Again, thanks for sharing and looking forward to the pics.
[HTC EVO 3D] WyldOne91:
Does it feel like a silicone case? And how much wiggle room would you say it has? Because a loose fitting case is always annoying to me....
[HTC EVO 3D] mozman:
Please post pics. Looking at the web site this case seems a lot more flexible than a TPU. They do try to market that it's a new polymer type material. If it is not any different from a standard tpu cases, I would not want to spend $20 for it.

Sent from my EVO 3D
[HTC EVO 3D] catpunt:
alright i added some pics, sorry about how big they are, didn't realize they would be that large

to answer some questions:

not really, especially for the price, unless you really really want all-matte

guess you can't tell from the pics due to the angle i used, but they are very slightly off

no it doesn't feel rubbery at all, in fact it feels closer to plastic than regular glossy tpu. it fits pretty snug but not as snug as the s-line hybrid tpu case. i wouldn't say there is any wiggle room

to be honest it is a bit more rigid than the other tpu cases i have, probably due to being thicker and all-matte. it feels closer to plastic from the outside, but it flexes like tpu.
[HTC EVO 3D] Impulses:
Thanks a lot for the high res pics! You can definitely telll that it is indeed a bit thicker than other TPU cases from those pics.

I'm confused about a couple of things tho, you say it's more rigid than other TPU cases but not as snug as the S-wave... Isn't that contradictory? I associate rigidity with how easily the edges bend out when tugged or flicked, which usually determines how snug it is, or is it just not as snug beause the inner fit of their mold doesn't comform as well to the phone as the S-wave?

Also, the power button is covered by the case right, or are my eyes playing tricks on me? Is it just as easy to press as the S-line or even easier? It seems like the area around the volume/power buttons is thinner which might give it more flex so the buttons are easier to press (something I saw on some EVO 4G cases, only there the indent was done on the inside).

Finally, it seems you have a case from TPU-Cases, is the camera button on this any easier to press? I absolutely hated the covered camera button on their cases and ended up using an S-line (smoke). It gets smudgy on occasion but it gives good grip.

TIA
[HTC EVO 3D] catpunt:
yes that's about accurate, like if you take off the case and try to twist it, it's harder to twist than other tpu cases. it seems stiffer. the s-line tpu case fits very tightly when on, like you have to stretch it just a little bit to get it on and it fits like a glove. this one just seems less tight. the tpu-cases one seems preetty loose to me. i hope that answers your question

it's more like there are distinct protrusions for the power and volume buttons, so it makes them easier to click. one of the things i don't like about the s-line case is how hard it is to push the power and volume buttons. this case definitely wins in that respect

it's a little difficult to press, probably due to the stiffer/thicker tpu material. i prefer the exposed form factor of the s-line case
[HTC EVO 3D] Impulses:
Gotcha, makes sense now. My case from TPU-Cases (a glossy Geo) actually fits about as tight as my S-line, both of them rip off the lid when I take them off and the edges seem about as tight... I guess there's some degree of variation with these things. The one from TPU-Cases had a corner that was like stretched out (could press it down unto phone) but it was very very slight.

I haven't had much trouble with the buttons on my S-line but the buttons on my old EVO 4G cases look like this Incipio's and they were definitely easier to press. The S-line has button protrusions but they don't stick out much and it's flat on the inside, unlike others. Thanks for the info, if I ever see it cheaper I might pick it up... If the camera button wasn't covered I'd give it a shot even at $20.
[HTC EVO 3D] mozman:
Great pics! Couldn't d/l all of them on my xda app, but they come out great on the computer. Just to confirm, are the power and volume buttons covered? The pics look they are exposed.
[HTC EVO 3D] catpunt:
I know they sort of look exposed but they're not. It's sort of like the skin itself has power and volume buttons that then push the actual buttons. What you see is not a hole but a recessed border around new protrusions above the power and volume buttons
[HTC EVO 3D] stanglifemike:
Looks identical and has the same model number. I'm thinking its the same.
[HTC EVO 3D] catpunt:
Yeah that's the same one, in fact I got mine from amazon too to save on tax and shipping.
[HTC EVO 3D] mcmikecruz1:
Can't tell from the pics but is this significantly thinner the the otter box commuter ?

If you don't have an Evo3d well ...
[HTC EVO 3D] osrix:
I am wondering how this case compares with the case-mate tough, it looks very similar from the pics, but half the price! I realise the tough has a hard insert but where it is place I cant really see it giving a whole lot more protection.

does any one have a tough on thephone to compare pics?
[HTC EVO 3D] empiire:
Just ordered mine for $17.41 shipped, waiting on it's arrival on the 19th or 20th. I'm excited. :)
[HTC EVO 3D] empiire:
Got my case today and couldn't be happier! It's jet black, super snug, and the camera button, power button, and volume rocker buttons are easier to press than my tpu-cases case. Definitely my new favorite. Well worth the $20. :D
[HTC EVO 3D] mcmikecruz1:
If you don't have an Evo3d ...
[HTC EVO 3D] mozman:
Glad to hear. How is the grip? Do you find it as slippery as the OP says?

Sent from my EVO 3D
[Streak 5 General] Xpun3414:
Well since I cant post this to the dev. forum,Im gonna post it here.

I rooted my Dell Streak7 Wifi only from stock 2.2.2 to StreakDroid HD7 R2(Wifi only)

I thought I had backed up my system,but found that I did not in the end. -yeah,I know. Such a noob ;) - Anyway.. I was wondering if anyone has a stock Streak7 wifi only 2.2.2 rom, since I dont have it any more. I would like to have it in case some thing happens to my Streak & I have to send it back to be worked on or something.

Here's my info under about tablet :

Model #=Streak7

Android Version=3.2

Kernel version= 2.6.36.3

OEM version= StreakDroid HD7 2.0 R1

Build number= HD7-2.0R1

Thanks for any help,

Xpun3414

*Update*

I have found a true,stock,wifi only streak7 rom.
[Streak 5 General] TheManii:
First this is the streak 5 forum, you should be in the streak 7 forum.

Secondly as HC modifies the partitions you have to use NV flash to return to 2.2.x
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] GuestK0045:
I am not sure but this link http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1193520 says cm7 nightly build for sidekick 4g (ported by revolution) has anyone tried it out?
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] Datlilboricua:
The port isn't a rom its a theme they need to explain better

Sent From My Rooted Sidekick 4g XDA Premium App
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] GuestK0045:
k thanks for the info
[T-Mobile LG G2x] blitzs13:
i was installing one one of the kernel and i freezes at the gx2 logo, so tried recovery and it just sits at the gx2 screen. how bad did i mess it up?