yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Moto X Q&A] samwathegreat:
Well guys, jcase himself has confirmed that Dan did indeed release enough details to fully execute the exploit. He was appalled that people had suggested that he sold info to the OEMs and withheld intricate details regarding the vulnerability.

Jcase isn't known to mislead about such things. See the unlock exploit found thread for more details. Looks like you guys will probably be getting your unlock soon, after all ;)

:good:
[Moto X Q&A] crashtheface:
I figured this was the case. BASED DAN!
[Moto X Q&A] lpcstr:
I have a Verizon moto maker that was manufactured 3.5 weeks ago which has the 4.4.4 update and am wondering if I should send $45 to the middleman or wait around for this one-click exploit everyone is hopping for, and hope that it works in spite of the 4.4.4 update.
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Either way you have to wait?
[Moto X Q&A] lpcstr:
If I wait however long for this exploit only to find that it is not compatible with Verizon phones with 4.4.4 then there is the potential to find myself in a situation where the middleman has closed up services and I am left with no unlocking options.
[Moto X Q&A] :
Yes
[Moto X Q&A] sivarticus85:
It can't hurt to try the middleman. Worst case scenario he doesn't have your code and you get your $45 back.
[Moto X Q&A] mtotho:
Yea but he absolutely hasn't had any with as recent of a build date as you probably have

So either way you have to wait because on the one hand the exploit hasn't been turned into an easy solution yet(assuming it can work on 4.4.4). On the other you will have to wait to see confirmed middle man unlocks with July build dates.
[Moto X Q&A] rekids:
well if you do please post back what your results are. I am expecting 2 moto maker phones Tuesday or Wednesday for the kids and it would be nice to know if he does get more recent codes for them. Not sure when their manufacture dates are maybe lucky older ones and they just pur cases on them :). Either way would be nice to know.

Is it confirmed that his lists get updated or is it just one list and your phone is listed or not?

Thanks and lots of luck for you.
[Moto X Q&A] :
I believe someone said you can ask for a older build date one from motomaker. If they have it they will send it.
[Moto X Q&A] rekids:
Already ordered them last Thursday, didn't see any option to talk to anyone or request a older one. If there is would have been cool to know advance, but it is OK it's the kids phones they don't have to be unlocked, just make things easier is all.
[Moto X Q&A] Moe Hailstone:
Point of reference - Maxx assm date 6-12-14, not found as of last Sunday
[Moto X Q&A] mymoto1982:
Can someone please PM me on the information of how to get unlock code for my droid maxx. And the information on how to send the money and where to send it to with the person in China getting the codes.
[Moto X Q&A] :
Why not just read op?
[Moto X Q&A] Spdfreak34:
Because that's hard.
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Hey I just noticed something on my Droid Maxx since I unlocked using Middleman. My assembled date is gone from settings or is that because Is that because I am not on stock ROM?
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
I think this time to bring this up again..

Middle Man FAQ see this post -> http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/china-middleman-t2751177/post54609948
[Moto X Q&A] iXNyNe:
This should be added to the OP.
[Moto X Q&A] lpcstr:
Just received a refund from the middle man. I guess my phone must have been too new.
[Moto X Q&A] ninjadan9:
I paid him $43.00 via PayPal on 8/6. Still never received my code. FYI, I included the IMEI in the notes field.
[Moto X Q&A] Moe Hailstone:
What is your assembly date? Would help those of us that still need an unlock code.
[Moto X Q&A] Spey:
My understanding the payment amt is supposed to be $45usd ...?
[Moto X Q&A] lpcstr:
July 17, 2014
[Moto X Q&A] Moe Hailstone:
Didn't have one for my June 12 as of last Sunday...
[Moto X Q&A] brainwash1:
I got a refund for my November Republic Wireless X, then an hour later her sent me this: XMI3R6FOKMNJJLNJP5AK

It didn't work to unlock my phone, but you are all welcome to try it.
[Moto X Q&A] :
Maybe it's someone's who is waiting on a code. Lol
[Moto X Q&A] mtotho:
Apparently it is bad to try numerous attempts. the likelihood it will work is small. I would recommend not trying it.
[Moto X Q&A] brainwash1:
I don't think it's been confirmed to be bad, but if anyone is waiting on a response from the middle man, this may be yours.
[Moto X Q&A] boldfilter:
Could this work on the Cricket Moto G? Production date 05-05-2014
[Moto X Q&A] Leeringgg:
Sent IMEI Wednesday at 9pm got a reply this morning, so he's pretty quick. He sent me two different 20 digit codes though?
[Moto X Q&A] rekids:
You could use one and the one that don't work you could post so other could try if they want or use it for further research. Just an idea is all.
[Moto X Q&A] Moe Hailstone:
What is your assembly date? Would help those of us that still need an unlock code to gauge our chances.
[Moto X Q&A] friesnadrink:
I paid via paypal last night and got a refund this morning with no explanation. I suspect they don't have a code for me since my assembly date or whatever it's called is Sept 8 last year.
[Moto X Q&A] rekids:
Got two that need unlocked seemly date of 8-8-14.

Think I will be waiting a couple of months if he is still doing it or if there is a tool released.
[Moto X Q&A] boldfilter:
I like your enthusiasm
[Moto X Q&A] Leeringgg:
Build date is 2-10-14. Code worked perfectly.
[Moto X Q&A] shadowsgate14:
Received my code last week and worked perfectly :) :) Installed TWRP and rooted my XT1080 :) Build date 5-8-14 :good:
[Moto X Q&A] BriCo84:
Received code today for a warranty replacement moto x. The date on the sticker says 7/7/14 but I highly doubt that's the build date. Probably the remanufactured date. So not sure if he has end of may and newer yet, but feel free to give it a shot
[Moto X Q&A] BriCo84:
Code worked :D
[Moto X Q&A] anddep:
I'm updated to 4.4.4 with locked BL. I'm been looking for my assembly date but can't find it under status.

[IMG="http://i59.tinypic.com/smvcx2.jpg"]http://i59.tinypic.com/smvcx2.jpg[/IMG]
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Its only under there on the Droid Maxx. There is a different way to do it on the Moto X you need to plug your phone in usb Its back a few pages.
[Moto X Q&A] Zion800:
Congrats! How long did it take for him to get it to you from the time you paid?
[Moto X Q&A] BriCo84:
Less than 48 hrs. Submitted saturday. Had the code first thing Monday morning.

Just resubmitted my droid maxx 5/29 build date. Will keep you posted.
[Moto X Q&A] captdirt:
Sent my PayPal payment last Wed, nothing so far.
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
Its not under Status on the X...

Middle Man FAQ see this post -> http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/china-middleman-t2751177/post54609948
[Moto X Q&A] crashtheface:
Just submitted my imei and payment for my Moto X Maker DATE OF 6/20/2014

Will update when response is given

Also anyone got the cyanogen wiki page for Moto X.

Can't seem to find it.

EDIT FOUND IT

http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Xt1060_Info
[Moto X Q&A] easting:
I've tried 3 times with my 6/3/2014 build. Hope you are successful!
[Moto X Q&A] UnrealZoidberg:
judging by the thread, would it be safe to say that I shouldn't bother trying with a phone built on 8/9/14?
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Did you just buy the phone last night lol? Are you looking at assembled date not build date that's the krenel
[Moto X Q&A] easting:
Maybe if the guy above has success--perhaps the guy in China has a new pot of codes.
[Moto X Q&A] Spey:
I would question the build date truly being Aug 9 (considering that's only around 10-days ago). On Moto-X "Build Date" is found by going to Bars Codes within AP Fastboot.

---------- Post added at 02:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:30 PM ----------

From Powered Down phone

1) Press/Hold Pwr/Col at same time to get into AP Fastboot.

2) Scroll to Bar Codes.

3) Select Bar Codes w/ Vol.Up
[Moto X Q&A] UnrealZoidberg:
yes I just got the phone a little while ago haha, that's the date on the box. I'm sorta wishing I'd gotten the dev edition, but I'm in love with this wooden back.
[Moto X Q&A] easting:
Try number 4 for my 6/3/2014 Moto-X. My last attempt was July 7. I'll let you know the results.
[Moto X Q&A] tinch83:
Got code. Unlocked. 3/10/2014. VZW
[Moto X Q&A] nexuspur:
I dont understand why you dont just go to the Motorola Website and unlock your bl for free xd
[Moto X Q&A] :
Cause Verizon, AT&T and RW can't. Lol
[Moto X Q&A] nexuspur:
Haha im so stupid
[Moto X Q&A] andybones:
Stupid? No. Mis-informed? Yes.

Can't knock you on something you didn't know about. :cool:
[Moto X Q&A] fliptwister:
Got my code on 8/18 and it worked like a charm. My phone was built on 1/24/14.
[Moto X Q&A] BriCo84:
Maxx 5/29 build date just refunded ?
[Moto X Q&A] captdirt:
Opened a PayPal claim as I have had zero response to initial payment and subsequent emails. Wait and see I guess.
[Moto X Q&A] Datlore001:
Will probably try mine again soon - will update if I get any response.
[Moto X Q&A] Verttex:
Remember that if you receive your code you can still add it to our Google Docs form. [direct link here]
[Moto X Q&A] wrldruler:
Maxx, Build date 6/13/14, just got refunded.
[Moto X Q&A] C4Charizard:
Maxx build 5/12/14 opening dispute after 48 hours of no response to messages and no received code.
[Moto X Q&A] easting:
48 hours is pretty short. Took 3 days my first time, and 4 the second.
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Give it more time over weekend to see think the Middle man takes off the weekend. He can afford to now that us Americans are making him rich lol. Mine took 3 days over the weekend.
[Moto X Q&A] C4Charizard:
Yeah I heard 24-48 so I kinda jumped after 48. Made me nervous. Might be working for some people but I'm overly cautions with sketchy stuff
[Moto X Q&A] Zion800:
I paid on August 19 and still no reply. Thinking of opening dispute. Will wait 2 more days so it will have been a full week. I emailed him at both of his addresses and he didn't reply.
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Whats your assemble date? That may be why.
[Moto X Q&A] Zion800:
10/9/2013
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Mine was 3-8-2014. From what I have read unless it Rogers you need to be no later than may 2014. No body other than Rogers has gotten a phone from 2013 unlocked. So yes start your refund going I don't believe anyone has been ripped off. He's probably not in a big hurry to refund.
[Moto X Q&A] samwathegreat:
Republic Wireless variants are the ones where several people successfully got 2013 devices unlocked (myself included - got 2 2013 devices unlocked). Rogers devices can be unlocked free via Moto.
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
My bad I got my R's mixed up. Point being unless he is Republic he should get started with a claim.
[Moto X Q&A] C4Charizard:
what are both of his emails. i have the one (sbdnyy@163.com)
[Moto X Q&A] Zion800:
sbdnyy@gmail.com

Can't remember where I saw it listed and not sure which one he actually checks.
[Moto X Q&A] easting:
Refunded my money without me opening a ticket. No message-no explanation. Guess I'll sit this one out and wait for the new moto-x.
[Moto X Q&A] mblanton66:
Attempt #2 Droid Maxx assembled date 6/17/14. Refunded money with no note this time. Took about 50 hrs.
[Moto X Q&A] cntryby429:
Unlocked my vzw bootloader just the other day with a May '14 build date. Paypal'ing some guy I don't know in China was one of the strangest things I've done in a while but I got my working code in about 36 hours and couldn't be happier. +1 China middleman
[Moto X Q&A] rekids:
Do we know if his list does in fact get updated? If so to wait 3 months with a good chance he can get a code for a 8/8/14 build gives one hope that is not far fetched
[Moto X Q&A] nForce:
got refunded today for a Droid Mini (Verizon) from August 2013 ... :crying:
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
It's funny.

I paid $50 for my Moto G brand new two months ago.

Now, I find myself in a position of paying almost exactly that same amount all over again, just so I can root the thing and use FolderMount to store my game data.

So much for a "steal", I guess lol. Meh, no complaints - I'll be happy to take a "deal" instead, I suppose. Better than having paid full price at the time ($99.99) and then the additional $45 to unlock it. Take what you can get :)

Build date says it's 4/2014, so I'm hoping I may have some luck.
[Moto X Q&A] captdirt:
Just got a refund thru PayPal. I like the phone enough I guess I can live without root.
[Moto X Q&A] captdirt:
Late 2013, didn't see the 2014 only until I submitted my paypal.
[Moto X Q&A] pricematthew4143:
Is the price still 50 or did it change I didnt see any price listed just ppl getting refunds...nvmd...found it..its 50
[Moto X Q&A] olyfunk:
It's still $45 as per the OP. At least, that's all I paid.
[Moto X Q&A] Moe Hailstone:
Where did you find it?
[Moto X Q&A] skulldreamz:
Mine is 6-10-2014 but I screwed up and sent as a friend/family-gift. So no refund for me. I'm gonna try 1 more time using good/services and see what happens. I mailed my first payment about 2 1/2 weeks ago, so I'll try once more and see what happens. I'll make sure to post if that changes the scenario. I mailed to sbdnyy@163.com with my imei & my email and that was it.probably resend tonight...

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First post has the info and other places throughout the thread. Everyone is really helpful on answering question's if you have any but it's talked about throughout this whole thread
[Moto X Q&A] pricematthew4143:
first post but post said 45 dollars then 5 dollars more..I am guessing it was 40 before...and I used him back in may on a 2014 moto x with great results....which that unlocked phone I lost 2 days ago so the replacement comes today...I was hoping he was still around...unlocked 2 moto x's successfully with him and he was very prompt on both so my fingers are crossed
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Its $45
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
When the service originally started, back in the older OLDER THREAD, it was ¥250.00, which is about $40. When the service started backup in this thread, it is now $45, which is 5 dollars more than before.

---------- Post added at 02:35 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:30 PM ----------

If you need help ->

Middle Man FAQ see this post -> http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/china-middleman-t2751177/post52648309
[Moto X Q&A] akakaffa:
Sent my payment with IMEI and my e-mail 24 hours ago -- will keep you updated -- I have a 08-22-2013 build date *fingers crossed*

About how long would you wait before requesting a refund ?
[Moto X Q&A] pricematthew4143:
Plesase let us know...I recieve a refurb bult sept. 13 2013...hope he can help us
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
Don't you guys read the thread? Nobody has ever got a phone unlocked for 2013 except for those on Republic and 2014 has only been between Jan and early May so give it up your either gonna piss him off or he is gonna stop refunding blond thank the game is gonna over for good the best thing to do is find a phone within that assembled date not build date and it will work that is what I did.
[Moto X Q&A] pricematthew4143:
Yes we can read...before you get mouthy...I have recieved a bl unlock code from him before with a moto x on verizon that was built in oct of 2013 I purchsed the phone in dec 2013...unlocked by his code in feb 2014...I know the post said only on 2014 devices....but I had an unlock code for a 2013 moto x therefore I am still curious if he can do it....no one is saying we didnt read..as I said before he sucessfully unlocked 2 moto x one made in oct 2013 the other mar 2014...
[Moto X Q&A] wooddale:
I didn't say you couldn't read was asking if you did read and don't you think its a little funny that its only your 2013 phone that this happened to? Do what you want just don't want to see it get ruined for everyone else.
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
Well, [MENTION=3008906]pricematthew4143[/MENTION] said "unlocked by his code in feb 2014..." so that would mean it was before the April 1 shut down, when success rate was near 100%, and any date was available. Not after the later restart (at the opening of this thread) where the middle man said "only 2014"

But I don't think requesting codes that are not available will impact this service at all. The only thing that will likely impact it, is the middle man not having any codes anymore (or not getting new/updated database dumps), or enough user posts of "I was told no code available - Refund" that people will stop trying because they think they wont be successful.
[Moto X Q&A] Verttex:
Any money sent through the gifting option is probably gone. I haven't seen any of the $45 I sent him earlier this summer even though I asked for a refund.
[Moto X Q&A] jimmiet:
PSA: Before You Buy...

If you send him money through PayPal using the "Gift" option, he will NOT refund and filing a complaint will NOT work. You have to use the "Goods and Services" option if you want any chance of a refund, period.
[Moto X Q&A] skulldreamz:
Yup I think that is exactly what I just explained. No need for the capital NOT and NOT as I said I fuked up
[Moto X Q&A] jimmiet:
That wasn't exactly directed at you, just putting it out there for anyone who didn't already know.
[Moto X Q&A] skulldreamz:
I was totally messing with you dude, but I guess joke was totally on me :P
[Moto X Q&A] eortizr:
Mine is AT&T with same Build Data and I got a refund in less than 4hrs...
[Moto X Q&A] crashtheface:
submitted a request through paypal about 7 days ago.

have yet to get a response. will probably pursue a refund in the next day or so.
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
Q: If I unlock the bootloader on a Verizon Moto G XT1028 running 4.4.4, is there even a root method available yet for that Android version?

Or would I need to use my newly unlocked bootloader to flash a custom recovery (CWM/TWRP) then downgrade to an earlier version (4.3 or 4.4.2) and root that way?
[Moto X Q&A] :
Best to ask in the G section. But, on most devices that are unlocked, the rooting is the same no matter what version. Just need the correct custom recovery version. ?
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
Thanks :)

Well, it looks like purchasing an unlock code - even if the middleman

is

able to find one for my phone - likely won't matter because there seems to be an issue with unlocking bootloaders for folks already on 4.4.4

http://xdaforums.com/moto-g/general/unlock-bootloader-updating-to-4-4-4-t2855639
[Moto X Q&A] :
You may want to look into it further. It may be an issue for some, but generally in XDA a widespread issue thread will have far more than 13 posts in it and multiple threads on the subject. ?

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Also, downgrading is not an issue on a moto G? Interesting..... It's a huge issue on the X. Lol
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
Good point :)

I don't know, though... it's a $45 gamble I don't think I'm willing to take. Maybe... I don't know lol

Thing is, I only paid $50 for this Moto G brand new. I'd hate to dump another $45 into it, only to find out either

A) The bootloader unlock doesn't work, even though I was able to get a code

B) I succeed at unlocking the bootloader, but then find out I can't root

Guess I'll be holding off until I can find a definite answer.

You know, to be completely honest, I'm not sure :laugh: If it's the case on the Moto X, then I'm sure it will probably be yet another obstacle Moto G users will face. Gonna research it further.

So far everything I've read points to it looking like if you have a Moto G XT1028 on 4.4.4, you just might be out of luck getting the bootloader unlocked and/or rooting for now (and for how long, we won't know). Thanks Verizon! (sarcasm)
[Moto X Q&A] :
2 thoughts.

If there's a twrp or whatever for 4.4.4 for your device, then it won't matter if its Verizon or anything else.... It should work.

And there is a work around for the unlock trouble on 4.4.4...no? Or do you need to go through Motorola for that? Which may not work if you didn't use their site to unlock.

Yeah... I'd research some more. Your build date may be a consideration too... You may not even be in his list.
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
Exactly what I was thinking. Use CWM then flash an official stock 4.3 rom to downgrade. From there, I should be able to root easily.

Yes, there is. Unfortunately, I do believe it only pertains to those who did it officially through Motorola.

Here, I *think* I might be okay. My build date is April 2014, and since the middleman specified 2014 only, I'm hoping this should be early enough in the year for the codes to be available for models assembled around that time. Hopefully...

If not, I'd be refunded anyway, so the only thing standing in the way is knowing if once I get that code, can I even unlock the phone given it's on 4.4.4.

Thanks for lending a hand! I'll definitely post back if I decide to go through with it.
[Moto X Q&A] :
Again, don't downgrade until you look into it further... For the G.

On the X, downgrading can lead quite easily to a brick.
[Moto X Q&A] Kaiyo Droid:
Thanks :)

I actually won't be doing *anything* until I can do enough research. If I can't find enough info that makes me feel 100% comfortable with moving forward, then I'll just be patient and hope the devs come up with a solution some time down the line.

Was just hoping I could root it so I could use FolderMount and the Meenova SD Card Reader to install more games on it since that's what I mainly use it for.
[Moto X Q&A] mmashwani@gmail.com:
How do you use the unlock code to unlock bootloader?

Once you get the unlock code, how do you use it to unlock the bootloader?
[Moto X Q&A] :
Go here...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2603358

To the unlocking your bootloader section. Skip the Motorola site parts and flash your code. ?
[Moto X Q&A] aviwdoowks:
Both toolkits, Mac and Windows, work well

Win http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/development/tool-moto-x-toolkit-v1-4-0-t2477132

Mac. http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/development/toolkit-moto-x-dev-edition-mac-osx-v2-02-t2666560
[Moto X Q&A] :
Or... Since fastboot is a valuable tool, especially with an unlocked phone, he can forget the toolkits and start learning how to take control of his device himself. ?
[Moto X Q&A] duchski:
Aug-20014 build date. just got a refund after 5 days. will try again in a few weeks.
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
Time to repeat.....

Middle Man FAQ see this post -> http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/china-middleman-t2751177/post52648309
[Moto X Q&A] samwathegreat:
[MENTION=1573219]megazero[/MENTION]

Would you consider QUOTING [MENTION=1165307]KidJoe[/MENTION] 's excellent FAQ in the Original Post? Your OP is actually really vague and doesn't even describe who the middleman is, or what he does. To a noob, it would be extremely confusing.

It would be VERY helpful if you would do this, and honestly, if the OP had this info, we wouldn't have to answer dozens and dozens of questions OVER and OVER. It's actually gotten tiresome answering peoples exact same questions again and again because they won't use the search button or can't find the info.

Thanks in advance!!!! (And thanks AGAIN for bringing to our attention the fact that the middleman came back into business) :good:
[Moto X Q&A] :
Hey I got a question. [emoji12]
[Moto X Q&A] stealthllama:
June 18th, 2014 build date. Just received code in 48 hours. Haven't tried it yet but it has 2 strange characters in it at the end with a number in between them... There are 21 numbers before the strange chars so I will just try that.

EDIT: Its 20 numbers and the chars are after a space. It is clear now. I will update after unlocking.

EDIT 2: It worked.

EDIT 3: for the record, I was on 21.11.21
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
[MENTION=1573219]megazero[/MENTION] if you don't want to quote it, you could just post a link to it (like was done in the thread when it first started. )