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[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] sweetneybrian6:
Not sure if there's anyone here just looking to simply have their phone unlocked, but I just had my sprint s8+ unlocked and it's now running perfect using my prepaid service. Will forward you the guys info your interested.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] the_OZONE:
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[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] billa:
Sure, spill the beans... hehe

Which method did you use to unlock it?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
He has a sprint device he can flash the sprint boot image that was leaked a few days ago that allows for sprint and sprint only to unlock their devices

However it can be flashed to any G950U/G955U as all are compatible. I myself have yet to test anything but experiment as you please, I will post the link when I find it unless someone else does so before hand
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] beauh82:
$10 for root and for bootloader unlock from me as well
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] RapHaeL_4_4_4_:
This thread is for unlocking the bootloader.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] sweetneybrian6:
Yea I know, but I also noticed numerous people who were also looking to simply have their phone sim unlocked.

Sorry for intruding on you guys.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jjayzx:
Yes, keep it to it's own thread. We don't need people thinking of the wrong unlock and get hyped.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Have there been ANY breakthroughs? This is really starting to look slim for our chance for root.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
keep a positive attitude.. it ALWAYS looks slim for every device lol

but no.. besides [MENTION=1113488]JUSMEJOSE[/MENTION] saying he has real eng files with root access there has been no movement and alas we are waiting once again to see when he actually uploads the files and of course hope they are actually rooted this time unlike the last ones
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Techvir:
Has he ever delivered?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Maliciousintent279:
I thought he did with the s7?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Nah. I'm sure he'd have more than 700 likes if he did.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
He delivers with S7 edge ENG boot files with actual root
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Jabbadajake:
Id put 40 on s8+ bootloader unlock and root
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] ShrekOpher:
Just stopping by the share some news. Looks like Chainfire is working on root. He has an ENGBOOT for the S8, but even that is locked down. He has not "yet" been able to figure out how to use it to gain root.

Link to tweet: https://twitter.com/ChainfireXDA/status/867011524027658240

Looks like Sammy may have figure out people were using the ENGBOOT to root device so they patched that process.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Silenus21:
Now that's some great news.

I have a lot of faith in Chainfire working on it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] twe90kid:
probably the only person that has the knowledge to do so.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
Statements like that shouldn't be posted everyone is capable of anything if they put their mind to it, as for knowledge I highly doubt he is the only person that knows or could figure out how to do it. Please don't discourage others from trying.

Thank You,

TimelessGoD
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
From reading this thread, there is ONLY ONE other person that is "trying". And it seems as though he's holding the files hostage. Chainfire is our safest bet! So I highly doubt that guy's statement made any negative impact on anyone.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] hazmad:
Possibly, but other are trying. Someone else may get lucky.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Does not come down to "luck". Comes down to knowledge.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] hazmad:
Didn't mean accidentally. Let me rephrase.

Someone with the knowledge or who becomes knowledgeable may be fortunate enough to solve this.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Harry44:
How does one return to stock after flashing eng boot
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
flash stock firmware in odin
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] VoxBox101:
G955u1 firmware is out, fixes Sms for those stuck on XAA
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jjayzx:
Ummm.... wrong thread
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] VoxBox101:
You sound unsure, people have asked, I have posted. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] EclipzeRemix:
Although root isn't necessary with this device, it'll definitely get that extra edge it needs to be borderline perfect for me. but yea guys sometimes it takes a while, especially since the community is split into 2, with the ex and sd processors. It'll definitely happen though, XDA devs always pull through
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] tanghao:
Better find ourselves and engineer or a User Trial Technician from Samsung then

Lol if only it was that simple
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] greatnesstx:
Ok good you updated the bounty. Yes you have me on the right category. I pledge 100$ to root only
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] the1stSecond:
I have a G955U coming from Xfinity Mobile. Arrives Thursday according to my order.

Ships with NRD90M.G955USQU1AQC9 installed according to a T1 @ Xfinity Mobile.

It is meant to be a toy, exactly for stuff like this.

So, I would happy to log/pull/push/flash anything and help in any way I can.

If we brick it, we brick it...no sweat.

Let me know how I can help.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] rickberg:
Guys do not know if this makes a hill of beans of a difference or not. But I used smart switch to transfer my apps and data from rooted lgv20 to s8+ and I have a modded apk and .obb file from ihacked it when the data transferred it wrote the modified .obb file to storage/emulated/0/obb and is working flawlessly on the device
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
what app is it exactly? is it a root app? just wondering because you can install modded apks no problem but if its a root app with root features still working then thatd be something to look into
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] rickberg:
No its CSR2 but the .obb file on rooted installs has to be copied to the 0/obb/directory and permissions changed. On unrooted phones you can't even see the contents of the 0/ directory .

Like I said may not amount to anything but if it does help great
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Wacky2bakky:
Hey yall, sorry I've been away for about a month. So from what I see, still no root or unlocking bootloader on the sprint s8 plus?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] howellcp:
Put me in for 40, rooted and bootloader unlocked.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Harry44:
That is correct
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] joecox1986:
So is this the best place to check the status of the s8 snapdragon root?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
theres multiple threads.. this is just a bounty thread but of course soon as root is found it will be posted here as well
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] EclipzeRemix:
link to other said threads? thanks in advanced
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
do a search lol it will take too much time doing it from my cell phone as i could only link 1 at a time..

theres some in s8 forum and s8+ forum and some here n there in the carrier specific forums

theres the R&D thread, carrier switch thread, eng boot+root thread etc...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Any new news/updates? This is beginning to look very grim.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
patience young grasshopper
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Has any progress been made? Or has there been more than ONE person to step up and start working on this? I've seen LOTS of previous bounty threads for root on other devices, all I'm saying is this appears to be going the same way.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] VoxBox101:
Someone boo this man
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Just talking in reality.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
ppl are working on it.. nothing significant to report on tho
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
Thanks for stepping up. I need you to get in contact with the people deving and send them your phone. I'm sure they will get more done with the support rather than the complaints.

Sent from my SM-G955U
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bhoffman20:
Yo I don't have any money, but I've got a VZW G955U, and I'm not afraid of breaking it. If there's something I can do, somebody hit me up.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] SevnSins:
I find it amazing that after everything that's been accomplished here, there are people that have already lost confidence. People just need too be patient and let the devs do their magic. This stuff isn't easy.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
As long as there is a way to flash back to stock using Odin I'm down for assisting in any way I can.

Sent from my SM-G955U
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] MicroMod777:
Well June now and no root still. Luckily no other devices have been released yet that are better than the S8!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
its been less than 2 months since release lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] hazmad:
We'll see, when the Essential comes out (in a month or two?)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
so its a new company that bites off rounded screen of the S8 and bites off moto mods lol at a premium price? only thing i see cool about it is titanium lol but hey, to each their own
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] MicroMod777:
Saw that. Didnt look as good as S8+.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
I'm not a mod or anything, but maybe we should try to keep the talk to relavent information. I keep getting excited when I see an update on here.

Sent from my SM-G955U
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] anth75:
Seems pricy for a new phone manufacturer. Has all the specs but wouldn't drop 700 on this. Give it time. We'll have root
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
If that was the case, there'd be only one post in this thread.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
So, could the fact that the Nubia Z17 is releasing with the Snapdragon 835 in it end up being a good thing for us? If they were to release kernel sources, wouldn't that push us into the direction we need to be going. Or am i misunderstanding some things.. It's been a while. I switched to apple a few years ago and just made the decision to come back to android.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
theres a lot more tban 1 bounty posted lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
thats an entirely different device lol different kernel sources.. kernel sources dont matter much as we cant flash custom kernels built from source anyways due to the locked bootloader
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Has chaninfire made any progress?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
no.. if he has he hasnt said anything
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
If root is achieved within 2 weeks I will donate 250$, if it isn't, that money will be spent on bills.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dynospectrum:
Don't hold your breath.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] indrajeetkhater:
Ready to help

I am going to get my S8+ in Japan in a few days. I am ready to help and flash and test it to achieve root. Please let me know.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
we need devs, not testers, no offense lol we've had multiple ppl willing to test but 0 devs message us
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] indrajeetkhater:
I am a beginner to the rooting domain in terms of development, but I am willing to help in any way possible.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] anewday:
I'm donating $10 if root is achieved on Verizon S8.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] buttsak:
Have you guys tried reaching out to any? It's worth a shot
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Maybe [MENTION=5672995]jcadduono[/MENTION] can help. He was the God who helped crack the v20.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] buttsak:
All we can do is ask. He'll need a device though
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
to be honest he worked only on the tmobile variant.. all other variants was mainly [MENTION=4591212]me2151[/MENTION] who doesnt have an S8 but is in the chat
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] kennypow3rs:
I'm glad you guys have faith, but for the snap dragon version, Don't hold your breath. Root will be ready when the s9 comes out lol.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] swick1981:
Id like to pledge/offer:

s8+ root only - $125

S8+ root & unlocked BL - $350

Might have an s8+ available to donate to the cause, too. PM me & LMK person that needs it, etc... and I'll see what I can do!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] indrajeetkhater:
I sent you a PM, and willing to help.

I also pledge $50 if we are able to achieve permanent root for S8+

$100 for S8+ and BL unlock
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] killswitch_engage:
I complained to Samsung via email about the boot loader being locked on the S8's and how they didn't offer North America the Exynos. I think this will be my last Samsung product I ever buy. Hardware is great but not the software. I'll be trading it in when the new round of phones comes out or maybe trading for a Pixel. This was Samsung's reply to my complaint:

"Thank you for contacting Samsung Customer Care.

We understand that you would like to root your phone and customize it as per your requirements and you would like to know whether a bootloader will be released through Samsung to unlock the original OS which will help you in rooting the phone.

Currently, the Galaxy S8/S8+ are one of the most advanced Smartphones available in the world and it is very difficult to find a more advanced smartphone compared to the Galaxy S8/S8+.

We certainly understand your concern to customize the phone's features and settings. We would like to inform you that, every Android phone has a bootloader that instructs the operating system kernel to boot normally. It is extremely processor specific and every motherboard has it’s own bootloader. It is not recommended to root the phone or unlock its bootloader through any unauthorized source, as it will voids the manufacturer's warranty on the device and might also make the phone unusable.

Regrettably, the files to unlock the bootloader will not be released through Samsung. Regarding your question about availability of Exynos processor for Canadian phones; currently the Canadian model Samsung phones use Snapdragon processors. It will be advertised if/when Canadian phones with Exynos processor will be available in Canada

We appreciate your understanding over this matter!

Thank you for being a Samsung Customer!"
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
What did you expect them to say?.... Something like this??..

"You know what buddy, you're right. We'll issue an OTA Update out on Monday to all Snapdragon S8 and S8+ models. Thank you so much for being a valued Samsung customer and bringing this issue to our attention."

Instead you got the ever so popular "easy dismissal" big corporations are doing now. I'll enjoy the phone regardless, but will NOT be purchasing any other Samsung product in the future.... Will it hurt them??.. Definitely NOT!!.. Will it ease my mind, YES!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] nexus6r3plicant01:
This was the way that we got HTC to do it back in the day off the Evo 3d .... Samsung probably won't give a F but you can only try and keep on
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] rickberg:
https://www.xda-developers.com/moto...a-root-shell-patched-in-mays-security-update/

Don't know if this helps us or not
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dhiru1602:
Is the modem same across all the carrier variants?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] killswitch_engage:
Yes, that's exactly what I expected them to say... <snork>. The easy dismissal was expected.

Exactly. The point is we need to complain. We'll get this "easy dismissal" as lightninbug stated but if there's enough complaints they might consider options in the future (unlocked bootloader or the ability to unlock upon request or the Exynos for North America).

We are in the minority as far as people wanting this but in the end we still hurt their bottom line if we aren't buying their phones or other products.

I've fought with them before and won after their constant easy dismissals. We need to make them hear us. Tens of thousands (hundreds of thousands?) of complaints will raise some flags. They still need us buying their product and, if like most people wanting root are like me, others ask my opinion on a phone they are considering. So the effect can go well beyond just myself not buying any Samsung product again.

Just my opinion.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] suzook:
That's for a moto device. Won't help AT ALL.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
seeing as how only the userdata is specific id say the modem is also the same across the board lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] The_FNG:
I care about TWRP, Titanium BU, Substratum, and controlling the HOSTS file.

I'm in for Root for $50.00.

For the S8+

Steve
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Has any further progress been made OP, or only what's stated in the first couple posts?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
we have 2 potential exploits but they are built for linux and we dont have anyone in the group that knows how to write exploits (we only know how to compile) so as of now, no updates and to be honest we dont even know if the exploits will work so dont get your hopes up
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
Which exploits are they? I have a friend who works with Linux. I might be able to ahve him take a look at them.

Sent from my SM-G955U
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
they are already made for linux, we need tobrewrite the exploit for Android.. they call on the "unshare" binary which doesnt exist in Android
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Mysticales:
You sound just like me lol.. I wanna be able to restore fully with TB, Edit HOSTS so no more ads, and then Youtube ad away with xposed. :) Other fun stuff too... but those are mains.

Someone needs to update the bounty board.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] indrajeetkhater:
I have sent you a PM, can I please get invited to your Hangout groups? Willing to try and help in anyway possible. Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
U gud bro? Just asking, because of your 4 posts.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] indrajeetkhater:
Well, I want to try! I am a beginner.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Probably stupid question, but will it matter what firmware we are on? My Verizon variant accidentally updated today.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
not if you can still downgrade
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] SevnSins:
I'm an s8+ owner and willing to join the hangout group for discussion. My company actually owns my phone, so I have to be careful when testing, so I don't have to explain an accidental bricking of my phone.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] rickberg:
Has anyone reached out to jcadunno for the exploit to be rewritten
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Wacky2bakky:
Only thing I'm really missing on root is the media skip option with volume buttons
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] quaymat321234:
ill pay 20 for twrp and root lol. anyday, even more if i had to - :) Me too :D
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jjayzx:
Stop asking to join hangout if your not a dev. Don't ask about testing either, pretty sure they have a list of knowledgeable testers.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] SevnSins:
I wasn't asking, I was offering. And not that it matters, I am a developer, just not as knowledgeable on the android side of things. Loosen up man.

---------- Post added at 08:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:01 PM ----------

Has anyone tried this? It's not hosted here so I didn't trust it.

http://www.teamandroid.com/2017/05/03/root-galaxy-s8-plus-android-firmware/
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] daizoninc:
This is the same method as mentioned about 100 times in this thread. This requires an unlocked bootloader which the snapdragon variant does not have.

Sent from my SM-G955U
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] meathammer386:
do you know for sure if they have a list of testers are you part of the dev team
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
well considering the "devs" have their own devices to test on lol.. but yes, we've got multiple testers if and when needed
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] toomanyfaces:
I'll throw $50 in for S8 root + unlocked BL.

and maybe update the contributions on the first post :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] shakan09:
its not much but put me down for $5 s8+ root and $5 for s8+ root and bootloader unlock
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] polaric:
I'm in $50 for s8+ root & bl unlock.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lightninbug:
Don't even worry about it, if root comes, I'd donate the $5 for you, on your behalf.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] hindutool:
Lets root this bad boy

I am pledging $100 for s8+ for root and BL unlocked

Elliwigy..... should I just donate to you now or just offer my pledge?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Slim2none4u:
I'll throw in $50 for root and another $50 for BL unlock.