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[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrjaydee82:
[MENTION=7722355]EstiR86[/MENTION] I would delete your post before a mod sees it. What you're saying is considered illegal/wrong and is against xda policy and has been said in other threads this isn't a topic of discussion
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pcriz:
And we wonder why more and more carriers/OEMs go to locked bootloaders.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
I guess I should of clarified I did not mean to go out and purposely ask for an RMA but I hear more and more the Verizon devices have more issues than the Google ones and mine did too the. Examples of some common problems : Screen would flicker while charging and also a display issue would pull down the notification shade automatically. I can see where you missunderstood what I was trying to say.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Hey I know I'm fairly knew to the XDA community but I just want to share my story quickly. I went to Google help and I told them I wanted an OEM unlockable pixel because I didn't know the Verizon one was locked and they set me up with a return and as of august 20th I will have an unlockable pixel XL. This is honestly your best bet if your are really desiring a unlocked pixel and is 100% free. Unfortunately you will have to wait 4-10 days.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hell-Razor:
Wait what?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jmc2543:
Are you saying they sent you a unlocked version and took your Verizon version? Did it cost you anything?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Yes is exactly what they do the people at Google think it's funny that Verizon locks the bootloader and will replace your device all you gotta do is ship it to then wait about 4 days because it's not an advanced RMA and they won't send the replacement until your devices reaches there factory then they will send you a device with a Verizon sim inside all you have to do is take the Sim out before you Boot and unlock click the OEM unlocking after set up do your fastboot commands and your done
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jmc2543:
I'm going to have to look into this. I bought a Verizon Pixel XL on Verizon a couple days ago, letting it update to 7.1.2 and then attempting to use depixel8. Only to find the obvious, I was screwed. Was going to return it but this may be an option.

Edit: can't find info on how to do it. Wait for the help chat to open?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Yup just ask for an RMA via the support chat and explain your situation. My pixel did have some weird defect like the screen would flicker when charging but the Google rep really didn't even bother about the defect that much and went straight to the RMA
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamesmce:
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[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Icanthelplt90:
I opened 2 different chats yesterday and both told me that it was not possible and there was no option for doing so.

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What did this say? The site is offline now :/
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Just ask for an RMA there is no such thing as a Verizon Pixel the hardware between the pixels are identical. Also Google does not have any "Verizon Pixels" so whatever replacement device they will send you will be 100% a Google play edition.

Look at this thread it has more information and hopefully can answer some of your questions.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/xdafor...-to/verizon-pixel-warranty-how-t3550926/page1
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] thunder2132:
The site is back up.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Curious to know if anyone tried this.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pcriz:
Umm I read through this and the unlocking portion simply says to use the oem unlocking command, ya know the same command Google purchased pixels and every Nexus used. Not to mention the guide flip flops between what version of Android is called out and the screen shots are of a Nexus 6p not a Pixel....

This doesn't address the locked bootloader at all unless I'm missing something.

This is a crap clickbait site with a crappy walk through for unlocking and rooting Android N. Not unlocking locked Verizon bootloader.

It's not even good English. I'd be very very cautious with downloading anything from that site. This is the inexperienced flashers version of "Singles in your area" click bait.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] lucky_strike33:
I dont see where it says how to unlock the VERIZON bootloader. Just says to go to developer settings and unlock the oem bootloader. This is for a Google phone.

*NOTHING TO SEE HERE*
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Alcolawl:
My first Verizon Pixel XL (bought from Best Buy) developed a weird speaker/headphone jack/audio glitch, which was later confirmed by Google to be a factory defect. Google sent me a new Pixel XL, and even though I asked for a Google Play edition, the chat representative stated I'd be receiving an exact replacement, Verizon Pixel XL 32 GB. Upon receiving my new phone, which was in fact new, not a refurb, I discovered it had the Verizon version of 7.1.1 installed on it and I therefore could not unlock the bootloader. So Google does send out "Verizon" pixels.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
This is interesting because when I talked to them a while back they told me they now automate the whole process so I believe they send the "Verizon" pixels which are older and manufactured first and which also have the stock Verizon pixel software which can be unlocked. Maybe they changed the way they process RMA's or something I'm just stating my experience and what support told me.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
You need to call, don't use chat

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The only thing it costed me was the loss of a screen protector
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
I just want to say this following my statement even if you don't want to send it to Google I would just honestly wait for the bounty. With my experience with the Google pixel XL there is a crazy amount of support and sooner or later there will be a bypass. I'm guessing it will be either before or a month after the launch of the pixel 2.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rmark1083:
It didn't work for me and the rep at Google told they would send me a Google version after I had problems that I could've fixed if the bootloader could've been unlocked. That was 2 weeks ago but anyway I sent my phone to Google and got the new device and in 4 days including the weekend but didn't get the Google version like the rep told me. I got another Verizon version. I called them immediately and the rep told me they don't do that and if I want one with an unlockable bootloader I'll have to purchase one from Google. I called several different reps after that and got the same answer. I hope it works for you but don't get your hopes up too high as I was certain I was finally getting what I had originally paid for "Google Pixel XL."
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hell-Razor:
I just spoke with Google. They said they would RMA devices from Verizon for an unlocked bootloader. Only thing is you are not guaranteed a "new" device.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] :
For the crazy, endeavoring hackers, er... Modders... Try looking in bootlocker.mg in factory image zip file - I found out it has mechanism which influence the OEM Unlock toggle and / or the bootloader itself - if we can exploit it, we can unlock the bootloader.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
I would have never thought of that, but how would we inject it?

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Also could you link me to where I can find the file
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TonikJDK:
You are gonna need temp root first.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Are we anywhere close to a temp root or does anyone have any ideas?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
That is what I was told, and is what I received but a post up from your and other say that they received Verizon pixels.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TonikJDK:
No idea, but I don't really think it's going to happen.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Why do u think that?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TonikJDK:
Its been almost a year and nothing, no one has said anything other than the folks that did the original unlock and they said they are not going to try. The number of peeps that want to be unlocked and have a VZ phone is low. Those of us that wanted an unlocked phone got the Google version. So demand isnt too high compared to say the S8.

And it's not like the old days, Android is far more secure these days. Understand that is what it takes....a gaping security hole that allows you to get root.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
I mean I get what your saying but don't you think with the bounty that would add more motivation?

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Does anyone know if it's possible to downgrade?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hell-Razor:
If this is the case I'll just send the same one back and call it a day. Not a big deal.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Yup hope everything works out for you like it did for me.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NepoRood:
On both your posts:

The Taco Vendor has an unlocked Pixel already, and bounties aren't paid like they use to be (that's part of the reason they created the Sunshine app). As it is, it's just not worth the effort, as he has plenty of other projects to work on.

He knows how to unlock the bootloader, just need to have a temporary rooting solution for it to work, he's said as much.

And no, you can't downgrade without first unlocking your bootloader...
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
What if we tried some of the one click root options?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NepoRood:
I tried most of them, just to rule them out. Nothing worked, feel free to try, at your own risk, and see what you come up with :good:
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Have u seen any one click roots with magisk
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NepoRood:
I have not, but, I haven't had a Pixel in almost 2 months, so maybe things have changed.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
What phone did you upgrade to?

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Could a one click root help?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Most one click root are garbage but if one does successful root your device you should be able to unlock bootloader
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Using fastboot?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rmark1083:
Getting a RMA device does not mean your getting the Google edition. When I was having problems I told the tech at Verizon that I wanted to be able to unlock the bootloader. He told me to go thru Google which I did. Even in my email it has an RMA number. (return merchandise authorization)

Email - July 24

Replacement IMEI/Serial Number: 3525-----------

RMA Number: RMA01193483

Dear Mark Robertson Thanks for shipping us your defective Pixel XL Phone Silver 32 GB (Verizon). Your replacement Pixel XL Phone Black 32 GB (Verizon) was shipped on July 24, 2017 via FX2.Your tracking number is: 689881926880. It may take up to 24 hours from the time your package was shipped to track your order on the FX2 website.If you still need help, please call Customer Support
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
This is standard I have the same email and it is automated so you receive what is sent back but more often than not your getting a Google play edition or a Verizon edition which can be unlocked.

Edit wait for the replacement device to come in and see what kind of device it is. The device will be new and forms with the original package.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rmark1083:
I already have the device and it came with 7.1.1

Build number (NOF26V) Before turning it on I wanted to try oem unlock by inserting Project-Fi sim and I when I popped the tray out there sat a Verizon sim. I still put my project Fi sim in, booted the phone skipped connecting to wifi hoping it would increase my chances of enabling oem unlock but here I sit with a bootloader locked down tighter than fort Knox. Hopefully I'm missing something and someone can tell me how to unlock so I can start flashing.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Interesting all I did was take the Verizon sim it came with out and set up the device normally.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] aholeinthewor1d:
SIM has nothing to so with unlocking the bootloader. This has been talked about since the Pixel was released.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rmark1083:
I was going by a xda thread i seen back in March i think it was that said the sim had to do with knowing whether or not the bootloader gets locked when activating the pixel for the first time but I also didn't read every page. I thought it was odd that a carrier sim would do such a thing but it was worth a try.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rmark1083:
I don't think it's a matter of using WiFi to activate or lte. It's not that this or that wasn't done in the right order. It's not lack of support or lack of devs willing to donate their time. It's matter of purchasing a device you have little control of from a company that could care less about why you purchased a certain device. I didn't buy a Google pixel, I bought a "Verizon Exclusive."
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Ok just thought I would let everyone know on over here that a developer named Dr.mario is super close to finding a temp root, once that's done jcase will issue the bootloader unlock. The only problem is the program Dr. Mario needs is 3 grand. If anyone wants more information on it go to the Verizon temp root bounty for the pixel and see if you can find the program he needs for free or maybe a substitute. We are honestly so close!!!!!!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] soateufel:
May I ask, where you heard or got this kind of information?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
https://xdaforums.com/pixel-xl/how-to/temp-root-verizon-bounty-t3602691/page8
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] aholeinthewor1d:
I wouldn't consider that anywhere near close.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
How is it not, he found a vulnerability.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] toknitup420:
I only saw him say he knew how to unlock the boot loader using the bootlocker.img. He never said he had working temp root. He said it's possible but he's not sure about how to handle DM verity. He's not even remotely close to temp root.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
He also said he could do it if he had some software program but it costs 3k
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] toknitup420:
No he said he could unlock the bootloader with that program. He never once said that program would help him get temp root.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Either way it gets the job done.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] toknitup420:
No it doesn't lol. Without temp root those signing keys that he wants and that program are useless.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Did you not just say that he could unlock the bootloader if he has the software, and isn't that the goal of the thread?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] toknitup420:
No he still needs temp root to accomplish this. He knows what to do to unlock the bootloader. So doesn't jcase. But without temp root you can't inject any of the changes needed to allow oem unlock.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Ah I gotchu I didn't really look over the thread that much but I did hear something about him almost getting a temp root solution.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Seanz13:
Check what he is saying now.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] toknitup420:
I just looked. I don't see him saying he's done anything other than stuff that has been unsuccessful.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Doesn't look like much progress from what I can tell.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Just curious has anyone tried depixel8 tool on Android Oreo?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pcriz:
Highly doubtful. If you figure the depixel was an exploit, like say remote elevation of privileges via mms, then the possibility that an exploit would just reappear with a new version of Android would one be contrary to how security updates work and a huge over sight.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
Didn't think it would just wondering. I'm also curious has anyone tried exploiting the simtool system app and other system apps like carrier services because when from I can tell my device is 100% a Google play store but I use Verizon for my carrier and when I plug my sim in it installs apps and I believe also system apps like Verizon oma trigger, and Verizon login and thus making it a "Verizon pixel" however my bootloader is unlocked so I'm not quite sure what Android is doing when you insert the sim card and the sim downloads apps bloat ware apps like MyVerizon and from the looks of things even some priv apps.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jspencer89:
What are the chances that the new flaws found in bootloader's could help us out? Bleepingcomputer had a nice article about it.

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vulnerabilities-discovered-in-mobile-bootloaders-of-major-vendors/
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] canibuz:
Bootstomp such a good name.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EstiR86:
I doubt this will be of any assistance in our goal I read a similar article on the same subjects few days ago and didn't seem like it be helpful to force unlock the bootloader. Hopefully I'm wrong.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bmwh0r3:
IF you can force unlock the bootloader, then our world reopens to roms and root. So IF this exploit can help us, then this is exactly the assistance we need. Just need the right person to figure it out. I don't know how the bootstomp works, if it's via PC and adb or an app on the phone while booted up. I'm sure someone will know more on this than you or I.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] canibuz:
If we could get "execute arbitrary code" part working maybe there would be a way forward but compromising the chain of trust and the device/bootloader knowing this wouldn't be good.

"Some of these vulnerabilities would allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code as part of the bootloader (thus compromising the entire chain of trust), or to perform permanent denial-of-service attacks,"
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] esiegel91:
God I want to root this damn phone so bad. So sick of the ads
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] busarida123:
O my God. I am with you on that.!!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] lucky_strike33:
Sell it then get the pixel 2 FROM google
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] busarida123:
Thats my plan
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] big_boss271:
i have i-mate pda2k and i have installed wm5 on my device and i want to downgrade it to win2003se .

my problems :

1- the soft reset button are broken .

2. i haven't downgrade to win2003se.

please help me quickly
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] Free888:
big boss, you may want to go back to you initial post and change the title to "How can I downgrade from WM5 to SE2003 without reset button" and you may get some help.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] SilverSamurai:
yup... just like Free888 said.

the alternative is to flash using a USB cable and NOT a cradle.

which makes the battery and the notch accessible.

you could release the notch to turn off, then lock it again + power button to turn on.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Evandarkfire:
Try and do a factory reset and see if that works. I don't know if that brings you to 8 or 8.1 though. Don't have an RT device to test it with.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Timo2112:
In the Surface 2 rt when you make a factory reset, the system returns to 8.0 .

I don't know if the lumia would do the same
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Italiogem76:
8.0 restore image

I have a 8.0 image. It came from a original surface rt but might work ok on the 2520. I think 8.0 runs faster but some apps want 8.1. jailbreak works on either os now. If you want it I might be able to upload the ISO somewhere for you.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] Qiangong2:
The lumia 2520, like the Surface 2, came with RT 8.1. there is no way to downgrade to 8.0
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] nate0:
I have an ISO. It is about 5GB. But I think it is the ATT file. I cannot remember where I found it though and I would need to double check it. I recently got a 2520 to work as one had a bad battery while the other has emmc issue I think. So I took its battery out and put it in the good one. I am not certain what to do with it yet. It works fine except I broke one of the white antenna cables off the post by accident while it was dissassebled.
[Windows RT Development and Hacking] k4955:
Windows update for RT 8.1 in my Nokia Lumia 2520 produce a blank screen with a cursor for network but no login. I had reset my tablet to factory default by holding power and volume up and tried twice, but not sure what update (KB) is causing the problem.

Can anyone help me please ?

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Windows update for RT 8.1 in my Nokia Lumia 2520 produce a blank screen with a cursor for network but no login. I had reset my tablet to factory default by holding power and volume up and tried twice, but not sure what update (KB) is causing the problem.

Can anyone help me please ?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] lmario1985:
Hello, I would like to know if I can flash my verizon galaxy s8 with tmobile software, or any other model, since I can see that this year all the carriers are using the same model G950U. That is, a single model with different carriers, very similar to how the international version G950F works which is the same model for all carriers in Europe and allows you to change the software through ODIN. I hope someone can help me. Thank you very much.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] TehPirate_:
From what I've gathered is that there's a user data partition that dictates the carrier and Odin currently doesn't allow flashing of this.

Saw this as a comment somewhere here and best I've seen so far.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] pete4k:
Personally I think it is just a matter of time before we figure this phone out and will be able to do whatever we want. They already have root for Exynos model and I think now the search is on for modified Odin, as Tehpirate said. I believe they had modified Odin for S7, to do similar stuff, so it's not like starting from scratch.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] denpad2010:
I hope is the same like the s7 U firmware... That's nice cause I can flash U firmware and get rid of the carrier bloatware.