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[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] DaSpudLord:
MicroSD Card Causing Bootloop

Today, my Sprint Moto E4 started having a bootloop; or, well, sort of a bootloop. The device technically fully booted up and got past the boot animation/logo, but after a few seconds, before I could even get past the lock screen, everything would freeze and the device would crash and reboot. I tried everything short of a factory reset to fix the device: booting in Safe Mode, clearing cache, and finally, removing the SanDisk 32GB MicroSD card that I had inserted and formatted as internal storage (as opposed to removable storage). Only the last solution worked. I've been using this phone with this SD card for almost a year, and I've never had anything resembling this problem until now.

What I suspect triggered the problem was the recent installation of the app Bloons TD Battles. This app crashed midway through my first round and refused to restart, even after force-stopping. I decided to ignore it and worry about this problem later, but I then noticed while scrolling through my Twitter feed that my network connection was unusually slow, so I rebooted my phone to fix this. That's when the bootloop problem started. I also know the app is stored on the MicroSD card; when I boot the phone without the card inserted, the Bloons TD app is one of a few apps that are unavailable. This doesn't quite explain why Safe Mode didn't work, but it's the only thing I can think of that could have caused the bootlooping. I have not recently installed any other apps or software updates on this device, but if anyone else has a different theory, I'm open.

So, is it possible to uninstall/delete an application from an internally formatted MicroSD card without booting up the device with the card inserted? Or alternatively, transfer the files and app data on it to a different card, minus the Bloons TD app? I do not have the the card backed up, and I would greatly like to save the files and application data stored on it.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] DB126:
Nope. Contents are an encrypted blob and can only be accessed (decrypted) by the device that created it. As for root cause, I suspect the SD card gave up the ghost first which triggered the app failure...not the reverse. Few SD cards are sufficiently robust to withstand the heavy I/O grind when formatted as an extension of internal storage. Even a brief write glitch can render all contents permanently inaccessible.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] McTRASH692:
After many hours of research I've discovered that I have missed something,

My problem is my baseband doesn't exist, flashing stock is suppose to fix this problem but not the case for me,

I'm thinking I have incorrect factory firmware, there are 3 "models" of the xt1769, Indian, Indonesian and asia-pacific,

My model is asia-pacific,

Q1. Could this be my issue?

Q2. Any idea where to source asia-pacific stock firmware?

Or even a system dump of that particular model?

Any other ideas also appreciated,
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] beachfl:
Is this it? It's the 1769 (dual sim) and I'm assuming APAC in the title means Asia Pacific.

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=818070582850499099
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] McTRASH692:
Think that's the one, I managed to get my copy working,

Turns out automatically flashing doesn't fix baseband but selecting and physically writing partition start address does,
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] McTRASH692:
madbat, I'm wondering if you would be able to look over a tutorial I'm planning on posting for this fix, May I PM you to send you a copy and ask where I should post it?

Don't feel obligated to I would just prefer to have a snr member double check it,
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] BERRYJR.:
Can someone clarify what I am missing. I have a Verizon prepaid SKU 1767. I see root for sku 1767, but no possible root for Verizon? I'm confused. I would normally think different carrier but doesn't the sku change with the carrier?

I have searched but couldn't find an answer, or if someone could point me in the right direction?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
You do not see root for the Verizon version. Not a real one anyways. There are people with the unlocked version on Verizon that are rooted. But not xt1767. It is not rootable. Where do you think you see root for xt1767? The bootloader is locked sooo...

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I don't have the mediatek version. It has many differences compared to the Qualcomm version so I may not be able to effectively check all of your info. That kinda ties my hands in "fact checking" your tutorial. I mean, I can look at the basic layout. But I've never even used a mediatek device.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] McTRASH692:
Looking at the basic layout would be fine and you may spot something I've missed,
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] DB126:
As mention by others Verizon XT1767 is positively, unequivocally unrootable with a permanently locked bootloader. However, it can be carrier unlocked via various means...some of which are currently unavailable. Makes a great WiFi gizmo if unwilling to live with Verizon's plans/restrictions.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] BERRYJR.:
I've seen posts even here on xda. That have said root for xt1767 in title But in the post it will say root instructions for 1767, and also say that Verizon is unrootable. Blah blah... I will get some links to show what I'm talking about here shortly. That's why I'm confused. How do you get a version from Verizon that the bootloader is unlockable? Plus I don't trust any other site other than xda in being legit. So that's another things that adds to the confusion. If I saw somewhere else I would just blow it off as fake.

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So I'm not sure how high I might have been, I hate to admit this but I have to "mentally handicapped" or something. I can't even find such a post even on fake looking sites. Hmmmm... So forget I ever asked anything. Just pretend this never happened.

How about those Seahawks? Pretty impressive, huh? Yupp.... Pretty impressive...
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
Nice save. Made me laugh this morning.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] gokart2:
Looked around a bit but couldn't find the answer here or anywhere else..... Is the metroPCS version tied only to them? Meaning it's not capable to be used on Sprint with just a sim swap and call to put it in they're database?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] beachfl:
Your phone is carrier locked. If you've paid for 90 days service with MetroPCS, you can call them and they will unlock it for free, and then any compatible GSM SIM will work.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] ctusher:
Is it possible to root a QUALCOMM with a one click root app like kingroot (I tried kingoroot, kingroot and towel root, none of them worked).

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It's running 7.1.1
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] DB126:
Nope. Best option is to unlock the bootloader via Moto website (not available if using the Verizon variant, XT1767) and then root using Magisk.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] ctusher:
Hmm.... I would rather not mess around with my phone like that, but I guess its worth a try!
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
Kingroot is trash anyways. Unlocking the bootloader and booting twrp is the proper way to root a device.

Things like kingroot use exploits that are thankfully not present in this device. It also has been known to send your phone info to Chinese servers. If an app could root your phone in one click, any app could gain root access on your phone. Would you really want such a device?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] ctusher:
Oh wow, has it been proven?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] DB126:
What? Flat earth?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
Yes. All well known and proven. By the way, you may want to quote or mention the post or user you're replying to. So others know what you're talking about. It could be a reply from 100 posts back. This is a forum, not a chat.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] TapaSte:
My son has installed a wrong firmware on his moto e4 and now it doesn't more recognize the sim card.

In Your opinion, Is there a chance to solve the problem flashing the stock rom or a custom rom ?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
Is the bootloader unlocked?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] TapaSte:
Yes, he has unlocked the bootloader, with no root.

Sent with Tapatalk from Huawei Nova Titanium
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
Should be able to reflash the correct firmware
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] TapaSte:
Reflashing the original (and correct) firmware should solve the issue ?

The error he made consisted in flashing the dual SIM firmware in place of the monosim one.

Sent with Tapatalk from Huawei Nova Titanium
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
That's what I would do, I believe correct firmware will fix the issue.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] Juanito216:
I flashed the latest update on my Metro PCS variant.(NCQS26) Did that ruin my chances of rooting and roming again with this phone?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] aadvandersteeg:
help retrieving my moto e4

i just bricked my moto e4 XT1762 how can i flash a recovery from my laptop?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] aadvandersteeg:
okay im sorry for questioning too fast, i already retrieve it, thank you all
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] BandzTFM:
No I did the same, flashed the update... Then I completely wiped the system twice in TWRP and restored to stock THEN I installed RR custom rom & root now I'm a happy guy
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] beachfl:
Is that available somewhere online for download?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] BandzTFM:
I'm at work but I get off at 5. I will send you the files from my computer or I will get you the links. Just gimme til after 5 and I got cha.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] beachfl:
Cheers x
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] thestruggler03:
How to turn off the vibration on the fingerprint? Any idea?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] MotoJunkie01:
If rooted, you can use Kernel Adiutor-Mod (available here on XDA and on Aptoide). Go to app Settings>>Misc Settings, and adjust the default vibration intensity of the device. By decreasing the intensity to 0, you'll disable it entirely.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] thestruggler03:
Have you rooted this phone? Does it work using kingroot?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] MotoJunkie01:
Mine is rooted, yes, but please keep in mind that there are nearly 35 different variants of the Moto E5 series. What is your model?

Oh and no -- Kingroot cannot touch the Moto E5 series, nor can any other one-click methods. It must be rooted using a systemless method such as Magisk. And bootloader unlocking is required for the systemless method.

Let me know your model and I'll try to get you in the right direction.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] jacer48:
moto e4 mediatek version

I want to buy a moto e4 but the only version available in my country is the mediatek one and i am concerned about the camera performance and the overall performance ( on light gaming and web browsing ) , please someone who has the phone describe your experience to me .
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] mobunlockingmaster:
HI,

some of my customers get a message Sim card not from verizon after they enter unlock code on their moto e4 verizon. i have sold many unlock codes for this model and rarely get customers facing this issue.

Does any have working solution for this issue? I belive this is gsm phone and should work with all sims.

Thanks for any help.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] javlon:
Hi there!

I have a Verizon Moto E4. I bought unlock code on e-Bay, so now phone works with other operators, though it says "SIM card is not from Verizon Wireless". I checked it with ATT sim card and right now I use H2O network. To work with other operators I setup phone using this instruction.

I have a couple of questions:

1. They say the bootloader of Verizon Moto E4 is unlockable. Is it still true?

2. Any chance to install TWRP and root?

3. Any chance to flash it to International stock firmware (to get rid of Verizon bloatware)?

Thanks in advance for answers.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] andMego:
1) No

2) No

3) No
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] javlon:
Are there positive answers for any other version of operator locked Moto E4 (e.g. Boost Mobile)?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] andMego:
Yes, the boost mobile version can be bootloader unlocked and rooted.

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Keep in mind the boost mobile version has no fingerprint sensor.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] javlon:
andMego,

will new version of Magisk work on Verizon Moto E4 to root it?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] bananaboat23:
I have several Metro PCS E4s (xt1765) and one Verizon branded E4 that I use as my daily driver (xt1767). A few questions:

XT1765 (MetroPCS):

-- What's the status for Bootloader unlocking and rooting for the XT1765? I see posts saying the Boost version is rootable, but I'm not seeing much on the MetroPCS version. EDIT: was able to use the instructions in the "root question" thread to get the bootloader unlock code direct from Motorola's site. I'll start messing with this stuff later (getting a bad key error on boot now, but it still boots up fine after that. need to investigate that).

-- Also...kind of unrelated, but does anybody know if the carrier unlocking via MetroPCS (to my knowledge, they'll unlock phones after three months) can be done if the service lapses? e.g. I only paid for one month of service, but the service lapsed about a month ago. Will I be able to unlock it using the unlocking app three months after my original purchase/first month's payment?

XT1767 (Verizon):

-- I bumped a thread in this forum from another user regarding updates for the XT1767 when the phone is carrier unlocked, and wanted to go ahead and post that here, too. My XT1767 was unlocked using an eBay code, and I'm not seeing any updates (on 7.1.1 with the May 2017 security patches) when I go to the update section in settings, and it appears there have been some updates for the phone according to some forum posts I'm seeing. Any tips for this?

General/Misc questions:

-- Does anybody know how to disable the Google Assistant shortcut for E4 variants with the fingerprint reader? I have Assistant turned off, but the shortcut (long pressing the FP reader) to open/enable Assistant opens up all the time if the phone is lagging a bit. I just want a long press to turn off the screen like a normal short press does on the FP reader.

Thanks!
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] cyclops13:
Does the Verizon E4 have miracast? I am not able to cast the screen to my FireTV, it will not detect the wireless display at all, while it works for other phones.

Wondering if my device is defective or the E4 does not have miracast?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] averagegamer02:
Please help with my bootloader. Moto E4 (Sprint Varient)

I've unlocked my bootloader for my Moto E4 2017 (Sprint Varient) by using the devices unlock key from the motorola website, it worked, but everytime I boot up my phone it first displays a black screen with the words "bad key" in the top left for 10 seconds, then it proceeds to boot normally. I've tried to relock the bootloader, but adb asks for a signed system.img, but my stock image folder doesn't have that! So I need a stock image for my Moto E4, and for the Sprint vaient as well, can anyone here provide me with a system.image?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] andMego:
Why do you care if it says bad key?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] KyleBryant:
Why can't I seem to get custom boot animations to work?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] :
Delete the bootanimation from the oem folder.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] mattvail692:
So I have noticed huge battery drain at standby on my phone and won't go into deep sleep so I have downloaded gsam and noticed the kernel is keeping my phone from deep sleeping do you guys think that the kernel code is bad or what
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] foszuled:
not sure where i messed up but something isnt right ive deleted my recovery and for some reason i can not install twrp every time i try to flash it thru bootloader i get this

C:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot>fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

(bootloader) slot-count: not found

(bootloader) slot-suffixes: not found

(bootloader) slot-suffixes: not found

(bootloader) has-slot:recovery: not found

target reported max download size of 536870912 bytes

sending 'recovery' (10510 KB)...

OKAY [ 0.338s]

writing 'recovery'...

(bootloader) Image not signed or corrupt

OKAY [ 0.372s]

finished. total time: 0.711s

but never istalls.. i can boot twrp by using fastboot boot command and ive tried flashing the recovery.img thru twrp it completes no prob but still no recovery? does anyone have any idea"s??
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] :
Are you flashing the latest twrp build from here? https://xdaforums.com/moto-e4/development/twrp-twrp-moto-g4-qualcomm-t3655160

Assuming you have a qualcom model. One problem could be the stock recovery reflashing when you reboot. Make sure the file I circled in the screenshot I attached is renamed with the .bak. Otherwise, it would be helpful to know what device model and carrier you have.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] :
Forgot the screenshot
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] foszuled:
Thanks for the reply i was trying v2 i just noticed a 3rd version was uploaded im gonna try that and i will see if i need to rename the file will reply back with any progress or not thank you!!

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ok tried that still nothing everytime it reboots or i try to go into recovery i get a black screen with n/a in the top right screen then it boots up normally... oh and sorry yes its qualcom and i have metro pcs

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ive even tried flashing the original recovery thru fastboot i did fastboot erase recovery then fastboot flash recovery... but no luck
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] :
The black screen with N/A is actually the bootlogo you get when the bootloader has been unlocked, but with no logo. That's perfectly normal. I believe there are other metro pcs users who have flashed it successfully, but I may be wrong. If your selecting reboot to recovery after flashing twrp and it's booting right to the OS it's probably an issue with twrp. You should post your issue in the twrp thread, maybe [MENTION=6485916]squid2[/MENTION] can help.

Edit: another thing, you really shouldn't have to run the erase recovery command. The erase command can screw up certain partitions unless your only using it on a partition like modemst1 and modemst2 which is pretty much just modem data. Hopefully you didn't screw up your recovery partition.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] thestruggler03:
My Moto E4 model is XT1760. I have no PC to do such a root. I hope there will be another way.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] MotoJunkie01:
You must use a PC or laptop to unlock your bootloader. Then, you'll need a PC/laptop to install TWRP custom recovery, or to flash a patched boot image (systemless root). Perhaps you can borrow one for just long enough to take care of these prerequisites. There is no other way of which I am aware.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] thestruggler03:
It seems complicated for me. But tha nks a lot for your informations.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] MotoJunkie01:
At first glance, and without being familiar with the process of these procedures, it does seem complicated and even overwhelming. However, the bootloader unlocking procedure is actually delineated, supported and outlined by Motorola/Lenovo. Here is a link to the official Motorola bootloader unlocking support site. This gives newer users a good overview of what the process entails, explains the risks, provides instructions, and sends you the unlock code via email once you complete the prerequisites. I urge you to take a look and read things over. For people new to Android development, rooting,customization, etc., this provides a very user-friendly and intuitive tutorial. https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a

Should you wish to undertake the effort, I can walk you through and give you links to the couple of small utilities you will need to download and install on the PC/laptop. Send me a PM if I can be of help. Good luck to you.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] whodisname:
You can use a tablet if you have one with a port or if you have a male to male adapter.

That's what I did.

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https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2586472
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] waqar ghafoor:
Moto E4 Root

Hi

Can someone please help. I am trying to root my Moto E4 as it hasn't received Oreo update yet. I am not sure, whether it will ever receive android oreo update or not. Hence I am trying to root my device. But every time I try to root my device it gives me weird errors like some numbers. Can anyone please help resolve this issue :(
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] KevMetal:
Which moto E4 ...there are many
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] bbgarnett:
Hello, I just recently got a new phone and I am going to be giving my 83-year-old Grandpa my Moto E4 Verizon PP unlocked that's working on ATT as he is on our ATT account. Anyways this will be his first ever smartphone and seems a little hesitant to switch but at the same time wants to. He currently has an LG Xpression 2 and ha only ever used flip phones or sliders. He is about 3.5 to 4 hours away from us so I am wondering what apps if any I should install for him on this device so that it's easier for him to use or harder for him to mess something up as none of us can be there to help. He only ever calls and Texts and takes pictures on occasion if he has storage on his phone as the LG Xpression has very little storage.

Anyways thanks for any suggestions you can provide.
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
Just remove everything from the home screen except for phone, text, contacts, browser, and a clock widget. Just my .02¢
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] waqar ghafoor:
How to check exact model of my device ?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] McTRASH692:
Moto e4 xt1769 rooted with magisk

I had to flash stock today to fix an issue,

I have since reinstalled magisk v89 and xposed installer, I've just found a problem, whenever I select lockscreen setting in security, settings crashes, I've wiped cache and dalvik/ART, tried restarting, cleared settongs app data none have worked,

Any ideas as to the possible cause? and a possible fix?

EDIT: So I've discovered this is nothing to do with magisk or xposed, I've just reflashed stock again again and the issue persists with nothing installed at all.

Still at a loss as to why.

EDIT 2: I have reflashed all partitions and this seems to have fixed the issue.

possible data clash between partitions?

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An idea could be to install teamviewer host on his device and link it to your (existing or new) teamviewer account,

this way if he needs help with it you could use teamviewer to control device to help him,
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] JensenLegacy:
Is 1765 a Qualcomm version?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] beachfl:
Yes
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] shredmeister:
Xt1766 not recognizing it has an SD card installed. Not showing in settings/storage. Only showing internal shared storage. Any ideas
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] madbat99:
Do you have it formatted as internal storage?
[Moto E4 Questions & Answers] mirnalsaini93:
my moto e4 stuck on orange state

my moto e4 stuck on orange state showing message "orange state device cannot be trusted ,you device will boot in 5 sec" and it stuck on boot loop.

this problem occured when i flashed twrp into my phone.i reboot the device then it goes to orange state.after that i cant able to boot the boot loader.

i cant able to boot into bootloader or fastboot mode..

please help me.