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[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Supermatt01:
I'm not sure as I am not on the dev ROM nor have I tried to update. But as far as I have heard there is no over the air updating for unlocked or rooted devices. I would think one would have to try it to know, as I said they tell you that to unlock you must be on the dev ROM and I was sure as shooting not, I run the CN 7.1.1 official ROM rooted.

I am trying to download from the updater app to get that question settled. And I can download, so I will try it out and report back if it can be done or not.

When I unlocked my HTC I could not download from the server for updates anymore so this is odd.

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Nope, I could download the file but not install it. I think with the mi pc suit it may work
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sid3winder:
i'm encountering a network error when trying to log in to the mi unlock tool. Not sure why this is the case
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
Try few times, connection to China might be bit unstable.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sid3winder:
i used a vpn and problem was solved
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
Any solution to verify 50% problem? Dev rom installed and 100% stock without root or other mods.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] devlkore:
Can somebody please explain. The opening post has a link, which if I'm not mistaken suggests it is possible to flash a dev ROM even WITH a locked bootloader, then using the dev ROM you can unlock the bootloader without having to go through Xiaomi. Presumably you can then flash whatever ROM you like after this. Is this correct? I.e., can I buy a stock Redmi 3 and get it fully unlocked WITHOUT having to get permission from daddy Xiaomi?

As I said, the link seems like it's possible, but then in this very thread, people are talking about waiting for their unlock codes from Xiaomi. Why are people still complaining about the official process if there is a way around it?

Maybe I am mistaken and there is no way to unlock the bootloader without Xiaomi's permission, but then what is the purpose of this thread?

Sorry if I have asked any stupid questions. I have been researching this and nothing seems 100% certain from what I have read.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] CGA1:
It is not a stupid question, I've been wondering the same myself.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] devlkore:
I just tried it myself. Seems like it's not possible. The message I get is that my device is not supported by MiFlash, but then it gives me a link to check the progress on my unlock request (which I have applied for).

Not really sure what this thread is for unless it was more of a news thing. I just started researching new phones a wekk or so ago. The thread is from February, maybe that was when the first dev ROM and unlocking software (for official request system) were released.

Anyway, it seems like there are some custom ROMs that don't require an unlocked bootloader, yey for me.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Nexusman555:
Updater

Hi all,

I have slightly problem, when I hit updater app just white screen will appear and some chineese text jump in (i think it's something like "no updates avaialble") then updater will close. Can I flash DEV ROM via Mi Flash ? will it have same effect like from updater and which ROM I should use fastboot or recovery file ?? pls advice and thank you all
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] DaveinAsia:
Stuck trying to flash 6.3.17

A little help please -- When trying to update using the recovery version of the Developer ROM 6.3.17 using updater, I get the message: "Can't Verify update" with 'Couldn't verify update package' below it.

Prior to this I had been using the Modded v7.1.3.0 Multi-language with Root & Xposed ROM, but flashed (via MiFlash) the 7.2.7 stable before trying to update to 6.3.17.

I also tried to flash the image file of the same Developer ROM (again using MiFlash) but got a 'Reached the end of the file.(0x80070026 ReadRobust failed)' message.

Any suggestions?

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Alright, it looks like I am able to update with the newer 6.4.7 Developer ROM. If anyone needs it, here's the download link:

Redmi 3 Stable and Developer ROMs from http://en.miui.com/

Hope this helps.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] findor:
Redmi 3 Pro

Hi,

I wanted to buy Redmi 3 but then I saw I can buy the Redmi 3 Pro for just a little money more. But before I go through with it, my question is, will the way you unlocked the Bootloader and the ROM work for the Pro version also? The two mobiles are actually the same, but Pro has 1GB more RAM and 16 GB more Internal Memory. Everything else is exactly the same. Thank you :)
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Ankan53:
Hi im trying to unlock bootloader on my Redmi 3.

but when i write my phone number to receive a sms i got nothing i have tryed for a week now, its says : *We have sent a message with verification code to your cell phone number+46mynumber

Please input the code you received*

But i dont recive any verification code what can i do?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Tight Git:
Did you remove the first 0 from 'mynumber' - in the UK that is what you do. My verification code was sent straight away on submitting the request.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lilienthal:
Waiting for more than 3 weeks now. Unlock bootloader is a pain in the as. Okay Xiaomi is locking bootloaders. But if Xiaomi offers unlock for those how want to unlock why don't make a procedure that is really working. (no code, and unlock tool makes only network error) With locked bootloader I will sell my Redmi 3, which is very nice and never buy Xiaomi again.

Thanks, Xiaomi
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] davidnotcoulthard:
I think Xiaomi asked to report back to the in 10 days should you not yet have the code? (unless...you've already done that?)
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lilienthal:
I reported back 5-6 days ago, and today. Nothing
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Suo.Eno:
For those facing that much dreaded unlock tool error after you've received the approval SMS;

http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=redirect&goto=findpost&ptid=259525&pid=4901122

Good luck.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] zsnopek:
I got the code (i think), because I can see Unlock Now button at http://en.miui.com/unlock/

Can I use it to unlock bootlader on Redmi 3 Pro since developer rom doesn't exist yet for that model?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Suo.Eno:
Approval SMS or code? The code is just for "submittance" confirmation. Approval SMS comes after that.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] zsnopek:
I didn't get code by sms after submitting application for unlock. After 12 Days I complained at miui forum and now when I visit that link for unlock I can't see submittance form anymore, only unlock now button with instructions on how to unlock phone. I still didn't recieve any kind of unlock code or confirmation that my phone has been unlocked.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lilienthal:
Same with me and no unlock code for 5 weeks. all this unlooking is a pain in the ass. The Redmi 3 is a very beautiful phone, the most beautiful one for me up to know...love it...but because all this unlocking I sold it. Good bye, Xiaomi - good job.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
After you get approval SMS:

Install developer ROM.

Login Mi Account.

Factory reset.

Skip everything, no logins.

Go to Settings, Additional settings, Developer options, enable "Enable OEM unlock" and "Fastboot mode", confirm every question.

Power off and boot to bootloader mode (press power and volume down buttons at same time until you see brown and blue).

Press fastboot (you can test with "fastboot devices" command, it should show serial number).

Unlock with MiFlashUnlock.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] parphane:
Hi,

Received unlock SMS a few weeks ago.

Tried to unlock BL with no success:

- Dev 6.4.7, 6.4.21

Computer keeps saying device is not supported.

What Dev ROM did you do you unlock on?

Did you remove device certificate verification?

Which option is factory reset on Vol+ / Power menu? You did it from phone parameters?

Thank you.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
It was on latest official developer version, latest should always work. I installed W7 Pro 64 to get rid of driver certificates, hated 8.1.

I did factory reset from MIUI Additional settings, Backup & reset, Factory data reset. After reset, enabling Fastboot mode from Developer mode asked confirmation many times.

Bootloader mode picture from androidpit.de

At this screen, press fastboot.

"C:\Program Files (x86)\Xiaomi\MiPhone\Google\Android\fastboot.exe" devices

Test connection with fastboot, should return serial number. This fastboot.exe is from MiFlash default install place, but any fastboot binary should do it.

After fastboot returns serial you are good to unlock.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] CGA1:
Has anyone tried to install the developer rom on the Redmi 3 Pro? Working?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] cattlewash:
I had the same problem. Go to settings, about phone, and look at MIUI Version. If it is something ridiculous like 77.1.0 then you have a tampered ROM, not original. I got back to official Xiaomi ROM using this guide

http://en.miui.com/thread-228048-1-1.html

the .TGZ file they gave didnt work for me, but this one did http://bigota.d.miui.com/V7.1.1.0.L...HPCNCK_20151221.0000.11_5.1_cn_ed00d29f38.tgz

After that, the Updater app works as it is supposed to.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Tight Git:
Worked perfectly - thanks ?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] bataya:
Does flashing china developer rom relock bootloader after unlocking?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] ihobahobby:
Play Store dead

I had a 77.0.1.0 version and did change ot in the build-prop file. After that an update to version 7.2.7.0 LHPCNDB was installed.

Since then I get the error in the Play store: RH-01 error retrieving information from the server....

I tried already to stop the play store program and delete the cache. So far nothing worked.

Anyone an idea?

I think this question does not belong here. I'll post it as a new one...
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
Uninstall all Google apps and reinstall with Google Installer app.

http://en.miui.com/thread-198204-1-1.html
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Ice Zodiac:
well i'm curious to.

but i read on some post in internet that redmi 3 only can be flash in download mode

so if i want to flash dev rom i still need to be in download mode instead of fastboot mode right?

still no noob guide for flashing dev rom to redmi 3 pro so sad :crying:
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Ice Zodiac:
finally i install dev 6.5.12 (official china developers) on my redmi 3 pro

i update (recovery method) from stable 7.2.7.0

1. download the developer rom in .zip format

2. put in internal memory (no folder)

3. clear data on updater (setting-app-updater ->clear data)

4. run updater, choose update package (3 dot on top right)

5. waiting untill home screen setup

all data and application willbe formated but storage data (download, music, etc) will remain

good luck for other who had doubt before.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] dragon..:
It was amusing to see when I made the unlocking request that xiaomi said not to copy the reason of the request from other people. It doesn't make sense that xiaomi should say those things when it comes to copy from others.

And also, they shouldn't reject any of those requests. It's annoying to thing that a guy that reads them would reject one because it looks like it was copied. Given that we have similar reasons to ask for the unlocked bootloader, many of the request would look alike.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] ValenP28:
I'm using redmi 3 pro stable 7.2.7 but everytime i try to flash via updater It says "couldn't verify update package". Is there any other way to flash it?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Ice Zodiac:
do you already clear updater data?

i'm having the same problem too at first but after clearing the updater data no more error

try mi flash but you must download the .tgz rom

put redmi 3 on download mode (vol + and power)

the run mi flash

make sure all the driver are installed and you are using 64 bit windows (i use win 10 64 bit with no problem)
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] ValenP28:
Yes I did, still can't
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] EcoDan:
I bought here using this instruction. Phone came with good multilanguage ROM. Actually i don't see any problems at all and think there is no reason to flash it.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Argenis_jbc:
Hi, for those people who can' t flash developer rom follow this:

- Download last developer rom of Xiaomi Redmi 3 on http://en.miui.com/a-234.html

- Download Miflash tool here http://en.miui.com/thread-189369-1-1.html

- Extract developer rom on desktop,

- Install Miflash tool

- Switch off device and hold vol up+power, then touch on "download", plug-in usb cable

- Open Miflash tool, click on browse and select directory you extracted on desktop

- Click on "refresh" and then "flash", wait for install and you have it.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Aakash™:
Ya
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] matixz3:
Is there any way to flash custom roms without unlocking bootloader?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] BrosseLi:
No way
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] matixz3:
Does this work? http://54.243.194.135/thread-276565-1-1.html

I tried but couldnt flash the modified rom into the phone.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] scampstom:
THIS guide worked for me, many others failed. THANKS!
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] 22sumit:
how do u Install developer ROM on a locked bootloader, plz guide
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
What rom you have now in?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] ashok:
Guys will this rom work on redmi 3s prime?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] moby90:
If i install global developer rom i need to unlock the bootloader in order to use in built root app?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] P.Kosunen:
I believe built-in root does not work anymore in any locked Xiaomi device, even after bootloader unlock. You mush flash SuperSU zip with custom recovery for root, so unlock is necessary.
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] kamenxxx89:
i am using miui dev global rom, but when i tried to unlock BL it stucked on 50%. should i flash fastboot to china dev?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sparky6688:
Had a bricked Redmi3, cannot get into recovery mode or EDL mode. Only be able to get into Fastboot mode. Will boot into a Mi logo bootloop if try to get into Recovery mode or EDL mode. Had a locked bootloader on it. All developer options are turn off. Had sms permission from Xiaomi but stock at 50% of MiUnlock tool. Cannot flash any image into it by using MiFlash, error showing device locked. Any suggestion?

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Had a bricked Redmi3, cannot get into recovery mode or EDL mode. Only be able to get into Fastboot mode. Will boot into a Mi logo bootloop if try to get into Recovery mode or EDL mode. Had a locked bootloader on it. All developer options are turn off. Had sms permission from Xiaomi but stock at 50% of MiUnlock tool. Cannot flash any image into it by using MiFlash, error showing device locked. Any suggestion?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sajanovski:
####EDITED####

hi, try to flash via download mode, i know you can't enter recovery mode but first you install minimal adb and in your PC

Enter your HH to fastboot mode and connect your HH to your PC.

Open minimal adb and type "fastboot devices" and click enter.

Type "fastboot reboot" and dont click enter.

pres your HH's vol up + vol down than click enter in your PC.

Now your HH in download mode, but dont worry when your HH dont show anything (black screen) its normal.

Than flash your HH use miflash

this is complete tutorial

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] mat738:
Hi all,

I just bought a redmi 3 with global dev installed, but I suffer of very poor signal strenght. Where my previous phone was receiving calls without problems, now there's non signal. Can it be a rom issue? I have latest rom, with base band FAAAANUZM-1.56482.1.63385.1-V012
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Rambodjango:
hey guys

cant the unlock be done without dev rom? what is the purpose, i mean im on stable rom and i've enabled dev mode if its because of dev mode?
[Xiaomi Redmi 3 Guides, News, & Discussion] qwerqw:
Hey,

I really do not get my redmi 3 and 3s to international rom.

Took me at leat 20 hours now in the evening - is there someone I can visit for help in Rhein Main Area around Frankfurt in Germany oder send it to?

I will give a few bugs of course.

cheers.
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] MR_ZER@O:
Hi

i have got my mega i9200 bricked

i need debrik.img for mega i9200 please

cant find it any where and all the topics here are so old and the links dont work anymore

please please help me
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] Silesh.Nair:
https://mega.nz/#!RhF0UIDb!XYZFS-eTp833r24SjHD205G-xY36ziy2y5ejF6-U_7g
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] MR_ZER@O:
thank you very much for your help

will feed you back
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] MR_ZER@O:
it is on but when i flash with Odin its fail Errol

there is no pit partition

please help me

with .pit file

thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] MR_ZER@O:
any help
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] Mukiai:
Look at your MP, i answered yours;). Have a good day
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] MR_ZER@O:
thank you

still need to try another debrik.img

help please
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] ljv:
So I decided to to return my S7 and stick with my S6. That's another discussion...

Originally I I used the BB method and upgraded my 2 lines to the S6 and S6 Edge on Oct 23 to beat the Nov 15 deadline before unlimited data price increase. Got the phones shipped to me. Immediately threw away the sim cards that came in them and installed my old sim card. It used to be new activations were tied to the sim card not IMEI. Well that's changed. Sometime after the 15, Verizon closed that loophole and started doing it via IMEI. Anyway, when I put the sim card back into my S6, it went through activation again and it flagged the imei and switched me to 2GB. I wasn't expecting it to activate again so it caught me off guard. Now I've loss unlimited, and I'm 7GB overage on my data plan. I've been fighting with them all day trying to get it changed back because it was fine before but now it switched. My receipt from BB clearly shows keep existing plan. It did not force me to switch due to upgrade. The last person I spoke with said she will try to get my udp re-instated but it had to go through some "off-line group". I'm waiting for a response. One this is for certain. If they don't get me switched back, eff you verizon, I'll be switching to ATT. There is no reason for me to stay with you if I don't have udp anymore. That's the only reason I stuck around.

One thing I'd like to add is I'm not an abuser of data. At most I use 15gb a month. Sometimes I use only 2 to 3GB. I just like the fact of not having to worry if I'm going to go over. That and the fact I refuse to pay more to get less!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] anrichardson:
I did the exact same thing. I have few theories as well but maybe you and I can figure out together to beat the system.

We have 2 lines as well and use about 18gb each more or less. Just streaming audio most of the day while at work.

But theory was my phone was shipped from a best buy store instead of a warehouse like normal.

I would keep on Verizon to make sure they give you it back, I have mine back but when I fought them on returning my UDP they didn't put the work order in like they said. So just call back every day or every other day.

I will try again to upgrade and activate the phone on my line that is not up for upgrade and then switch it back. But white trying this I am thinking about bypassing the whole phone activation part. Far as skipping the setup where you just can play around with phone and OS then pop the old sim in? Just a theory though.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] ljv:
I've been working with a single person over there and she is supposed to have me switched back to udp by Monday. I have it all in writing through email. Plus my receipt from the original S6 purchase from BB clearly states keep "existing plan". So, it's not a matter of trying to beat the system. It's a matter of a mistake on their side. It's sort of like when they advertise the price wrong in store, unless they put out a correction, they sell it to you at the price they originally listed. Anyway, come Monday, if it's not fixed, I'm switching. Nothing ties you to the carrier anymore since all of them pay your ETFs to switch. And the whole Verizon has the best network thing, that's debatable. I have my boys on T-mo and other family on ATT. I've been in instances where I had weak or no service but they had service. I'm not going to argue though that rural areas, Verizon by far kicks everyone's ass. But then again, it's pretty slow in rural areas and how often do I go into rural areas anymore.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] Bad Bimr:
I did the same thing to FOUR line. The one line was not delivered until after Nov 15 ad as soon as I activated the phone UDP was lost. I immediately returned the phone to BB and called Verizon and requested a inactive pricing requests (IPR). The particular phone line was 27GB over, LOL. After a few days UDP was back on the line, I was feeling better. I then was the first person to discover from the BB buying group to find that the 3 remaining lines had a PENDING UPGRADE. Not sure what to do and if I should keep the other 3 phones and hope for the best or take back and pay the extra $20 per month per line. Not wanting to loose UDP I returned the phones. It seems now that PU have been dropping off. But keeping those BB phones n your line it RISKY. Best bet is to sell them! 1 person claimed to have lost UDP after phone upgraded. Not happy paying the extra $20 but better than being stuck with $2GB in a 2year contract!

Google Verizon Upgrade Keep Unlimited Data to find a HUGE thread over at slick deals

BB
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] ljv:
That's the thing. I did this on October 23rd. All was fine. That is until I got my S7. S7 was fine too. But I decided to go back to my S6. Once I put the sim card back in the S6, it reactivated again and flagged it and switched to 2GB. Anyway, I hope it all gets straightened. At least I have in writing that I won't be charged for the overages. We'll see. I've just had crappy luck with Verizon lately. Went through 2 months of back and forth with Verizon FiOS to get my bill straightened out because my connection was ll messed up.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Guides, News, & Discussi] xdadevnube:
Pretty sure the only way to ensure the account doesn't get borked is to activate the phone on someone elses plan. Dunno if you can ever use the phone on your plan due to IMEI.

I suggest upgrading to the phone you can get the most money for, sell it, and buy what you want.