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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] fix-this!:
Almost have to laugh at these bounty threads for root. You should of known buying an at&t or verizon galaxy would have a virgin tight locked bootloader. If you wanted root you could of bought an unlocked s6 or a tmobile varient. Not bashing just saying its a rerun every new galaxy release.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] x3phyr:
I'm coming from an M8 after giving up my S4 and hadn't thought to buy T-Mobile branded and then carrier unlock it and alas I am now in far too deep. Still love the phone, just Miss all my xposed modules
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] bigant262:
I'm interested in this. It's been confirmed now that the bootloader is locked. Could someone setup an official thread?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jfmherokiller:
I dont know if it will help the root process but here is the info that is shown on the recovery and download menus.

Download menu

Top of Recovery menu - sorry for the flash it was the only way my camera would focus

Bottom of Recovery menu

sorry for the quality of the images I don't have steady hands.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] dmb219:
Truer words have never been spoken. I wouldn't expect to ever have root on an AT&T S6. Plan on staying on the operating system that you have, which may be a good thing anyway. I've had Samsung phones for a few years and the ROMS that worked best were the stock ones. Like it or not, they built the phone and the software they built for it works best.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] androidoholic:
I agree 100% basically if you buy Samsung you should stick with touchwiz, but it sure would be nice to get a couple xposed modules, just to turn off the persistent wifi notification and a few other things.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Goronok:
Xposed for lollipop does not work on samsung phones atm. Doesn't sound like the dev has a whole ton of time to address. . So no rush on rooting for that.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jfmherokiller:
I wish there was something like a kernel exploit so that it would be at least possible to soft root it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] ZPaul2Fresh8:
Good luck. You'll need to buy an unlocked boot loader to have root nowadays with AT&T. I'm guessing it might be a bit harder to get with a Exynos processor since dev support isn't a big as SD SoCs. I'm still waiting for Root for my Note 4 AT&T model. I will never buy another device through AT&T again. But here's the hill you guys will be facing.

1. Android Exploit

2. Kernel Exploit

3. A Dev to link them together into a working package.

Now #3 in the least of them all and even that will require a talented individual or two. As for #1 and #2, well you just have to keep your eyes on websites such as http://seclists.org/ and https://nvd.nist.gov to see if any exploits are found by security groups.

Good lucks guys, I really hope to see someone stick it to AT&T this time.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] x3phyr:
I think I'm going to return my AT&T version, found out I can get a full refund, and then I'll buy the international version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] CZ Eddie:
I gave up my unlimited data plan to say F.U. to AT&T and their locked bootloaders.

Leave now while you still can.

T-Mobile wants you.

Service isn't as good but dAMMIT you can root your phones. Never have to wait longer than a week for root on the TMO phone releases.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Wiseor:
I wish I knew more about what has to be done in order to get root because as an android user I just simply miss the little tweaks you could achieve with root. I also want to get rid of this ridiculous bloatware. I don't even use instagram so why the **** is it on my phone and always asking to be updated? I just miss being able to do things like stream all of my phones audio to a dlna source to listen to my music by the pool or in the speakers hardwired into my home. I will be willing to put $30 in if we are seriously considering a bounty which I hope we do because more incentive for it to be achieved is obviously good.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] knigitz:
Do your research before buying! It would save you all some frustration. I enjoy Samsung's take on Android, find the phone fast enough, and can disable most of the bloat and ignore the 1 or 2 apps that I cant. If root comes for the AT&T version that would be great and I'd take full advantage of that, but it's enjoyable enough without it to a lot of people, and not worth complaining about. It's not like any of this is a surprise, just do your research before you make the purchase.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Wiseor:
I was fully aware it had a locked bootloader as I was expecting it and to think otherwise would be nonsensical. It's just I buy through my business as the monthly rates are cheaper so I have no option to go but at&t and this was the phone I wanted. I just think it's pointless to have so much bloat ware and a tightly locked bootloader. Not to mention I simply don't have the money to buy off plan. Just rely on Knox to get rid of someone's warranty if they root but atleast give the customer the option. Don't get me wrong I could live without it and touch wiz isn't as bad as it used to be but I love the community that comes with rooting and customization and you don't really appreciate it until it's gone. That and I also have a few paid apps that require root. I don't like talking off topic so I think we should get back to what this thread is about and seriously debate whether a bounty is worth it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] yonith2:
So I can buy the international version and that will work fully on AT&T? Is the boot loader unlocked on those? I have the money so this sounds like it may be a good option for me.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
Who can we get that can unlock the bootloader? Do we need chainfire?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] DigitalUnderground:
Lol trolling hard
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] brushrop03:
Root would be nice to get some custom kernels. But right now I'm ok with the S6 as it is. I'll probably keep this phone for less than a year. Hoping the Moto X 2015 or Note 5 will be killers.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
Lmao I'm not. Why would you say that?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] DigitalUnderground:
Because you posted in multiple threads talking about how we desperately need root to improve the battery life and how u think chainfire can unlock the bootloader. Seemed trollish.

You won't get this bootloader unlocked. It's just not how it works with at&t. Lucky for me, I knew that coming in as I've had previous devices from at&t but the stock experience and build quality sold me on not needing root
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Red5:
Yeah, if you want a subpar camera from 2012, sure.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] brushrop03:
Haha. I'm hoping for the best.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] edgie168:
You know what would be ideal? A OnePlus One form factor with a comparable camera & camera software to the S6. My N6 is a bit too big (although downsizing to the S6 takes some real adjustment) but I've now come to the conclusion that the 5.5" OPO is just about the perfect size.

¯\_(ツ)_/¯
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] barondebxl:
I've been posting this on every thread that talks about root or unlocked issues, if you're someone who pays your phones full price, then you can order the Galaxy S6 G920i on eBay. It costs $699, shipping included, and it is factory unlocked, works with AT&T LTE network perfect and has an unlocked boot loader. There are options out there, just do some research.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Red5:
You know what would be ideal? If the OPO had a decent touchscreen. The camera on it is pretty good (not S6 level though) for todays phones. Battery is awesome. The OPO is just lacking in some bands and has a horrible touchscreen. Thats why Im dumping it for the S6.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] brushrop03:
I wonder if the Note 5 will have the same form factor as the S6 (sealed glass back)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
Pretty much.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] aermis:
So pretty much what I've gathered is that I can't root my at&t s6. So what are my options? Wait for a root that probably won't come? Do I return this one and get a T-mobile version? Will I have to pay for unlock for that? Or should I just buy an international version. If so which version works with at&t? Since most have the GSM and band channels of at&t but some people mentioned something about volte? What is that and will that effect the international version communication with at&t?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] DigitalUnderground:
For what reason do u absolutely need root? Disabling apps works just fine. There's no lag. Root will not improve battery life (look at phones with similar batteries and check their screen time... they're the same and don't have this screen to power). You want aosp? Should've got a nexus 5, and touchwiz is finally better than aosp imo, not to mention aosp lollipop roms are buggy. You want to restore app data? Most apps have Oauth ability to sign in with fb or g+. So why do you absolutely need root?

Also, people should really research the $700 product they're purchasing before purchasing and *****ing about it. Not saying [MENTION=5681841]aermis[/MENTION] is *****ing, but tons of people are, and are blaming everyone but themselves. You wouldn't buy a Beamer and ***** about it not being a benz would u?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] aermis:
I'm sorry for sounding *****y, I knew what I was buying. I don't need roms. I had an s4 before this and the only reason I wanted root was to finesse some system settings. I hate how my notification center is littered with WiFi status, status of power saving mode, a glitchy always there weather, and when I get texts I have to go through all those tabs to see it. It's annoying. I like having the option of customization and disabling apps isn't deleting them. I still see them in "all apps"
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
I'm reading that there are ways to get root without necessarily unlocking the bootloader.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] shellblitz:
I'll match that. I'm gonna have this phone for a long time so anytime in the next year or two would be great :D
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] The.Jericho.Initiative:
I get people do not believe this phone will see root but I'm tired of reading people hating on someone else for wanting to see it happen. Why would one see root as a need. Well, in the context of device ownership 'need' is a variable term. Personally? I need root for adaway, exposed, minimizing google reporting, uninstalling carrier bloatware, installing privacy guard type software, maybe even an AIMSICD app down the road.

I'd really really enjoy root for things like changing the nasty orange, green and blue colors on touchwiz. Do I want any of the theme's I've seen? No. I like the default theme very much, I just dislike the colors. I want to actually have control over the device I spent hundreds on.

In the end, the only reason this forum is anything is because of it's history of mods, ROM's, app development and the like... Pissing on someone's Cheerio's because they want root is irritating. So the Note didn't get it, so. what. If it happens... Great! If not, well... Damn. Either way this is a thread about starting a bounty. How is trolling someone's desire to root in any way contributing to the topic at hand... If there is a bounty thread, I'll toss $50.

Either way, Someone can research the hell out of the devices and see that the S6 is an entirely different animal than the 5 or note 4... It simply is. I say, why the hell not. start a bounty thread.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Wiseor:
I don't understand how anyone could disagree with those who want root. It turns your phone into a sandbox and you can make your phone truly cater to your specific needs... And the people who don't want to root or have customization like that then they don't need it but if they do the option is there. I am an audiophile so I want viper4android along with all cast so I can stream my music to my dlna enabled house I spent hundreds on.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
I have tried so hard to like the S6 as is but I just can't seem to enjoy it without root. It's like something is missing that is preventing me from enjoying it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] The.Jericho.Initiative:
It's not that anyone is against rooting... There are two schools of thought here. First says it has been getting harder and harder to get these things done. They point to how long it took the S5 and how it never did for the Note 4 as prima facie evidence that this will not happen for the S6. Then there is the chorus crying for someone find a way to make this happen.

I see where the first position is coming from... But the fact remains, neither the S5 or N4 are the hallmark products that the S6 is; neither had the broad appeal or sales that the S6 is proving to have and as always in this arena... Past performance has no bearing on future results.

Now. I also see that everyone, everywhere begging can annoy those who are convinced the sky has already fallen. I posted a thread like that a week or so ago. Apologies for my part. Seeing as I cannot assist in finding an exploit we could all use, I see no way I could contribute better than to offer my financial backing for such an endeavor.

Bounties can be controversial but the question is not should we make one... The question is WHY isn't there one already?

Lets start this thing early and get it large. Let's have the device we actually want and incentivize the hell out of helping us to have the level of access we want... FOR WHATEVER REASON WE WANT IT.

$50.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] _Infamous_:
We have one started for the att s6 edge :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3082549
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
We need to get more people involved and then we could send a link to a big website to write an article and make our voices heard. I'm pretty sure that if an experienced developer was offered money, he would find a way to get root on our devices.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] The.Jericho.Initiative:
I don't see why we can't combine them... I posted my pledge on the AT&T Bounty thread...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] DigitalUnderground:
Would make sense. AT&T LG G3 D850 got root without unlocking the bootloader. It could be possible, but I'm not banking on it.

And to whomever suggested we are pissing on someone's cheerios for asking why they want root is preposterous. Bottom line is those who really "need" root should buy a device to fit their needs. The only people pissing in cheerios are the spoiled and entitled people who think because they buy a phone it's automatically their right to root it and whining to Internet strangers on forums. It's sad, really, that the same people who can't read before posting in a forum can't read before making a $700 investment
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lyall29:
It sounds to me like the only reason you are posting in these forums, is to piss on people's cheerios. And who is "we", do you have a mouse in your pocket? You are the only one that I've seen steadily poopooing all over these threads. The majority of people here at XDA are here to root and mod their phone. May I ask what business you have here of you don't care about modding your phone?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Ragnar:
Please end this now before it escalates and users have to be reprimanded.

Keep the conversation here civil and respect everyone's opinion.

The fact that AT&T & Verizon are locking down devices should come of NO surprise to anyone. The point in that if achieving root is so important (for whatever personal reason) to you, you should invest in a device or carrier which is rootable is a great statement.

Again let's all get along and respect everyone's opinion.

Edfunkycold

Have a great day!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Red5:
I believe that was also done for the AT&T HTC One X as well. Once root was obtained, then they eventually figured out how to unlock the bootloader... but they needed root to do that.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] DigitalUnderground:
Not at all. I'm just trying to tell people that the fact that at&t has been locking down device's now isn't new news. And people should really research before buying an expensive phone. No need for anyone to get their feelings hurt. It's a phone after all. As far as other posts of mine, I've just asked why people were so in need of root for this phone. That's all.

I've been on xda since MyTouch 4G, back when phones needed root because oem releases we're barely usable. I've rooted every android I've owned until now. All 12 of them. I enjoy nodding my devices and running roms. I have a nexus 5 and 7 that are perfect to fulfill these needs. However, I feel touchwiz is very much improved, and I didn't understand why people were so quick to want to modify it. And if they wanted to change it so mucb, why would they get the phone in the first place.

Sorry if you're offended... I'm just surprised that so many people are so upset and shocked that at&t is doing this when it's been that way for a while now. It's well documented in these forums.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
Just googled "root without unlocking bootloader" and a ton of threads for other phones came up. It's definitely doable.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] SilkyJohnson:
Exactly. That's why I also kept my Nexus 6.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Simer03:
Thinking of getting this phone...have the nexus 6 but I have an upgrade available to att next but I need root for certain rooted apps like greenify. Add me in to this bounty
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] redshoepaul:
I'd throw down $50 for a bounty, easy.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] cavsoldier19d:
Let's provide a little more motivation for this bounty shall we. $200 for root only. $685 (full US price of the phone as of this moment) for root + unlocked bootloader.

Why this much when I could buy a non-carrier version? Because it's more fun this way.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] androidoholic:
I like you're style. My wallet doesn't have that much cash but I'll do $100 for root and $300 for root + unlocked boot loader as long as it happens while I still have the phone. (I only keep phones about 6 months.)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Cusa:
Awesome man. :good: Let's just hope someone figures out how to unlock the bootloader or root it .
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Wiseor:
If they achieve root for the note 4 does that mean that we could possibly use the same method for the galaxy s6?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] djkinetic:
If you want root get a hold of Geohot and offer a bunch of money, to my knowledge he was the only one able to root the ATT S5 when it came out.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] The.Jericho.Initiative:
Gentlemen,

There is already an active Bounty thread for these devices. I've seen several pledges made here that aren't actually being tracked and tallied. Post them to the following thread:

http://xdaforums.com/att-galaxy-s6-edge/general/bounty-4-root-t3082549
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Tank87:
hmmmm... I do you figure that?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Pure+:
Root has been achieved.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3103016

[ROOT] PingPongRoot ***S6 Root Tool***

**edit**

Also Knox doesn't trip with this root tool.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] shellblitz:
Donate link now active. Who knows, enough support and we may get that unlocked BL :D
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario Software Upgrading] Fury2k6:
hi there i have attemped to unlock my phone but no luck at all it says the simlock anit there(on lokiwiz 3.0) but yet i put in 02(uk) sim card orange(uk) sim but only t-mobile works (t-mobile mda) i have tryed most versions of windows mobile 5 and 6 and diffent spl versions and the other thing but it just wont get a signal when on 02 or orange(dont have other sim cards to test it with) plz help me asap pm me
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario Software Upgrading] mestrini:
Your phone is blacklisted!!
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alyakram:
hi all genius people out there im a beginer at cusom rom,rooting stuff.....

i rooted my phone using one touch root and it successfully rooted but now i canot enter clock wok mod recovery,i tried x-parts,rom manager,recovery x....it says after tryin to install cwm that instalation complete but i canot enter recovery mode neither by presing down vol at sony logo nor by clicking reboot in recovery mode in x part or any other software...i have unlocked bootloader.

my phone specs are

sony ericsson arc s LT18i

android 4.0.4

build #4.1.B.0.587

kindly post ur replies for my help.

thanking in anticiaption.....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] popthosegaskets:
If you have an unlocked bootloader why did you use XParts? Just flash a custom kernel with a built in recovery
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alyakram:
my mistake....

i was to write locked bootlader:eek:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] robinar:
Hey, bought an S5 from China. Turned out to be the SM 900A. I'm in the UK, it worked when I got it, so thought nothing of it.

Two weeks later, it stops being able to connect to any network, with any SIM card I try. It detects networks but is unable to connect to any of them.

Have looked online and things suggest it is region locked... how can I test if this is the case? More importantly, how can I get it unlocked? What I don't understand is why it would work connect to UK networks for the first two weeks if it was region locked.

Cheers
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] robinar:
anyone?
[Huawei Ascend P7] fl1pp3r:
Hello.guys,

I know.there.is.an option to change the resolution of the phone but i cant find where it is.

Can you give a hand please?

Thank you
[Huawei Ascend P7] minkiux:
If you are on EMUI 3, go in Settings and enable Screen Saver. After a reboot you have a 1280x720 resolution.
[Huawei Ascend P7] fl1pp3r:
I cant find any screensaver option :(
[Huawei Ascend P7] fl1pp3r:
720x1280... i need to.rollback to.the.other possible resolution
[Huawei Ascend P7] kolembo:
Your resolution is on power saving. The other resolution is 1080×1920

Go to settings > device > Screen Saving toggle off.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Brava27:
Dying to root my SM-G920W8 but Chainfire hasn't posted the files for our model. Has anyone succesfully rooted Canadian variant with a T-Mobile Chainfire autoroot file?

Thanks

EDIT: 920F Works for rooting! Bingo!
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nofilterdrake:
Hey just wondering are you on Rogers or a different canadian carrier? Was trying to use my Rogers S6 but it keeps failing on the write portion. Thanks!
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Sevael:
It works on all Canadian carriers. Make sure you're using the latest version of Odin (3.10.6).
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ohandre:
Hey great to hear! also have a sm-g920w8 (canada, FIDO) , did you loose files and apps during the rooting process? Does it reset the phone to factory?

have you experienced any issues at all using 920F on 920w8 ?

Thanks!
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Brava27:
It screwed up google. Had to factory reset but root remained.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ohandre:
how so? Google now? google voice search? or apps in general like gmail/hangouts?

thanks for the reply.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Brava27:
Store and Gmail lost connection. Anything I did didn't make it work.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ohandre:
So factory reset kept the root, however caused all your info (apps/files) to be erased?
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Sevael:
CF-Auto-Root didn't cause me any issues with Google or other apps, but it did kill deep sleep. I flashed back the stock recovery and cleared the cache and now everything works 100%.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LNJ:
Doesn't wipe data. The 920F root works for Rogers after OTA.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ysr84:
I want to do it but so hesitant.... It took courage when I used G925F root files on my G925W... but was successful.... worried about G920W.... as I already screwed a G920F......
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] plo192:
Sorry new here

I have tried rooting my S6 edge with rogers I have latest odin 3.10.7 I used the proper kernel for my GSM925 w8......it failed.....when I put it in developer mode I see the video I saw he had an OEM on/off I don't see that for me just USB debugging. Anyone piont me in right direction or see my error?

Again sorry if I have posted wrong spot.

just tried again just in case.....custom binary(boot) blocked by a/l????