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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
It works

Guys, I contacted user ismailaba, I have an OG Verizon Pixel XL with Android 8.1, and he was able to enable the OEM unlock, here are some pictures, some other users have also reported successful results with him, I think it should be the same for the Pixel 2.

I was sceptical at first, but the guy managed to do it, check some threads on the OG Pixel XL for more proof, if you need more proof of me please let me Know.

Edit: I didn't give a cent to the guy until the process was completed and my bootloader was completely unlocked, he uses team viewer and a program called flexihub which are recognized, give it a try, there's nothing to loose given the options we currently have now, he apparently has his reasons for not posting the solution publicly.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RudyClab:
False

On all screenshots, the OEM is gray and how did it unlock it? Where is the bootloader screenshot?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
[MENTION=5949768]liriolebron[/MENTION] How much did he charge you? How did you pay? So assuming you have an Verizon Pixel 2 XL are you now able to lock and relock the bl? Is the OEM switch now active as if you have a Google version?

edit: I see you have a Pixel XL not a 2 xl. Either you or he must provide more specifics on this, (see above) as well as versions of your firmware, monthlies, etc. What happens when there is a new security update? Can you still lock and relock? So far this is not passing the smell test but you can clean it up if you so choose.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
Do research

Once is unlocked the option remains that way... Do some research first.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Don't be contentious just answer the question.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
We agreed to $20 at the end. I have an OG Verizon Pixel(1) XL.

I'm not really sure if I can relock it again, I don't want to take the risk of not being able to unlock it again.

That last part is a bit weird, even though the bootloader is unlocked (I have twrp and magisk installed), the OEM unlocking says "contact your carrier", it seems it is hardcoded in the OS, I really don't know, I will upload some pictures of the twrp in a couple of minutes.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I thought I saw a screenie showing "bootloader already unlocked" and then another saying contact your carrier? Which is it? What version were you on? While you had this guy on the phone, why didn't you ask if you could relock it and unlock again? How you you know it will work on a 2XL?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
I really can't tell how the process was, as I said, he used flexihub which is a program for sharing usb devices, he did the process with pure adb commands by his side, and several factory resets and fresh boots without any internet connection and no sim card,
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
That's not much help at this point. Is this the same guy as the OP in this thread? The one the Senior Mod locked due to inappropriate activity?

https://xdaforums.com/general/security/google-pixel-pixel-xl-7-1-2-frp-t3638350/page2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
That picture is from the process, I took it before it got unlocked, however after a couple of boots the option remained that way even though my bootloader is unlocked.

I'm on the last security patch: January 5 and I'm running android 8.1.0.

That's uncertain regardless of the method as far as I know, he said it cannot be locked back but I don't know, i'm just going to be as carefuly as I can when taking otas.

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He is, I don't know the details of that scenario though.

EDIT: I'm in the process of uploading some more pictures.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
It seems that the thread was locked because he was PMing people for money. That, I believe, is against XDA policy and everything the open community stands for. It also seems to me that you are now doing his bidding, although I could be wrong. You might want to refrain from doing this unless you are getting paid by him as well, and in that case I'd be even more careful. As I said, so far this does not look all that enticing for XDA users.

You see, we need to know the process and that it could be replicated. Why not claim the bounty of well over $1000 vs. maybe $20 bucks here and there?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
I really don't want to be seen that way, I started a thread offering bounty in the Pixel XL forum and I got in touch with him that way, I just wanted to share the results because I know you guys are as desperated as I was, nothing more, nothing less, here are some pictures, I'm not getting any benefit from this, just sharing what I thougth was impossible.

As I said before it seems the guy has his reasons, I'm not really sure.

Cheers.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
You might want to have a look at XDA rule #7. Just saying! ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Here ya go. https://xdaforums.com/announcement.php?a=81

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I can certainly accept that as I'm sure most will. At this point I'd just let it go though. Something is not right here and I'd hate to see you get caught in the vise.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Az Biker:
* * * WARNING * * *

Paying for or soliciting services on Xda is strictly prohibited and will get your account removed.

(unlocking a bootloader for a fee is a service)

11. Don’t post with the intention of selling something.

•Don’t use XDA to advertise your product or service.

DO NOT abuse the benefit of having a "Bounty Thread" by using it to either generate income for yourself, or pay for a service.

As far as the Verizon variants being unlockable. IF this were true, it would be ALL OVER Xda (and it's not) and someone would be claiming the bounty offered here (and they're not).

So beware and remember: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Any further attempts to solicit or pay for services on Xda will not go well for those involved.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pimpmaneaton:
Also the dates on the screen shots in developer options don't match. You have screenshots on the 29th of the bootloader showing as already unlocked and then the 30th shows locked and need to connect to internet.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ismailaba:
It's NOT a service on This one. Im doing this for Only Donations but i dont want to post the method to the public i only can unlock for one by one via teamviewer and then you can donate if i get your phone unlocked.

Thats it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] baknblack:
That's a step in the right direction. Now let's just wait and see more unlocked bootloaders.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Let's dissect this a bit. What if you do it and we don't want to donate? I mean that's the point to donations, only if you feel like it and we pay what we desire to pay. So if you unlock a phone and the user can only pay $5 or less, then what? It's ok with you?

You see the method of donation here is that you post the method and then hope people will donate to you. Or post the method and collect a substantial bounty, although still on the honor system. Why won't you post the method? Tell us about what you are doing even. I, for one, would rather take responsibility for my device by doing it myself. What if you brick the device will you pay for a replacement? Put up a Paypal link and post the method. I guarantee you'll get a bunch of honest folks that will pay you. Without that DIY this method and process seems dubious at best.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] BIGWORM:
Echoing what Az Biker said. This is going directly against rule 11 of the forums. No matter how you try to word it, this sounds like a pay for service. If you have a working method, post it, and collect the bounty. Don't paywall it. Thanks.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
was just gonna post to say sounds like a pay service but can see mods are already on top of it lol seems hes had other posts similar.. i hope its legit as itd help open up development that much more but ultimately if hes not gonna release his methods publicly then who knows what the heck he is doing to your devices or worse on top of asking for "donations" for a service in my eyes is the same as selling that service as ppl r expected to pay up once unlocked..

seems like hes just in it to get $$$ as typically bounties dont pay as much so sell the service lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
i think ppl should also be worried about what information hes potentially taking from your device as well as what hes actually doing to it.. theres absolutely no info being provided except its done remotely with TV/Flexihub but with no info as to the process then he could be doing anything n u wouldnt even know it.. i say be weary of things lije this, as much as u want to unlock ur devices with soneone unwilling to share any info on the method with such secrecy ur taking a risk
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
I hope it's legit but I'm quite skeptical

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Dude says that a factory reset is needed before u start the 20 minute process . IDK though sometimes Hing seems fishy

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I mean something seems fishy
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] monobrau:
in

I'm in for 100 for temp root
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
I'm going for it this guy sounds legit to me he says I can donate what I can afford after we do it.. what do you have to lose? This guy is a God send in the realm of pixel land for me. [emoji16]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Have you read the last page or two?? If so, then you probably shouldn't have posted. Just saying.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
Well they should have posted this when the thread originally got fired up because you know that something like it would happen.. and the guy didn't solicit a thing to me.. he said he'd do it and hey if you wanna donate that would be great... Don't alot of the devs on here just about have a paypal donate link? What's the huge difference? I dunno...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] maflin18:
Let us know how it goes and your experience with the whole process.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
This is how it works, at least on the OG Pixel XL. The bootloader would be unlocked but would not reflect in settings.

This!

However with Team View you can restrict a lot of access. Also, if a factory reset is done you don't have a lot of data on the phone to worry about. Im not concerned if he knows my IMEI, etc. However, I would disconnect my data drives and create temp admin user for him to work his magic. I would also, like any root / unlock method, immediately flash the stock ROM with a nice -w option. Bootloader will remain unlocked.

[MENTION=7298702]ismailaba[/MENTION] I have messaged in regards. Hope to hear from you soon.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] liriolebron:
Finally! Glad to see someone willing to actually give the process a try. :highfive:

No need to worry about permissions though, he only uses team viewer for entering his credentials on flexihub, you can wipe first if you are worried about your data, the process is connected through USB debugging in the entire process, the guy didn't even access my storage, hope everything goes ok.

I have really high expectations on the process with the Pixel 2.

Edit: regarding the -w option, is that going to prevent future updates from locking the bootloader? Is there any chance of getting the bootloader locked again with an update?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
I'm on my way home now unfortunately someone hit my company vehicle on the way home so... Soon to be a teamview stuntman. [emoji16]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
No, the "-w" is the Wipe All Data option in the stock image when flashed.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
That sucks but let us know how it works out for you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
ur entirely missing the point lol.. yes devs typically have donation links.. devs also RELEASE THEIR WORK on xda for free..

he is doing the opposite, asking for donations but not posting anything for the community to use, or any information at all, theres a difference.

again, i hope its legit but i personally wouldnt let anyone touch my phone without knowing what it is they are actually doing..

what if the method hes using is illegal? lol u wouldnt even know it cuz u probably dont see anything outside of the phone rebooting and thats why he wont post on xda?

too many unknowns, it seems hes done this before too lol..

anyways, hope it works out for u and hope the member will actually post something on the process.. he cant claim a bounty this way but i get the feeling he doesnt care about the bounty lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
NVM
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] btonetbone:
Devs don't always release their work for free. For example, I had an HTC 10 before this and had to physically mail my phone to jcase for a bootloader unlock. Similarly, Sunshine (even when you don't have to mail your phone) costs money to use. Devs have costs, and I'm happy to support them. This is certainly a different case, though, and I look forward to seeing some reports from a few other folks before opening up my computer/phone with TeamViewer and Flexihub.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
Nobody thinks it's weird that the poster ho has this method hasn't said anything else
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] btonetbone:
Oh, super weird to be sure! I'm not going to offer myself as a guinea pig. I'm hopeful yet very skeptical, and am looking forward to hearing from some happy customers before making a decision. I want this to be real, am hoping for it to be real. But need some pretty strong referrals to believe.

My point was, though, that other devs charge for their work. Not unheard of, and certainly a worthy cause for worthy work.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
[MENTION=2376614]jcase[/MENTION] has never charged for anything. Whoever said that is sadly mistaken. Sunshine, you mean depixel8? Never charged a cent. This is a terrible precedent to set on XDA. I'm surprised they are allowing this.

This shouldn't be in the bounty thread either. This has nothing to do with a bounty. Darn shame what happened here to this community.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jcase:
EH it depends on the cost of development. I have released a lot for free, but I did start charging with sunshine, primarily because I needed to buy things to do the development, and donations were not paying for the needs. Phones are expensive, so is software like IDA Pro, HexRays addon and jeb.

If the cost to develop it is reasonable, like dePixel8, it gets released for free.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I stand corrected.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jcase:
No worries.

Most of those phones supported by sunshine (and it supports like 140some variants or something ridiculous) would never of had any support without some financial backing. We have had to do some ridiculous stuff to get some of the devices, like convince random people online flying from Taiwan to buy devices not available in the US, and mail it to us once they get here. One model we had to import four times (importing is expensive), because we kept bricking them in the process.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ismailaba:
It does not work on Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL ! just tested it ! only Pixel and Pixel XL confirmed working now.

i gonna search and find some Pixel 2 then work on it. on these days !
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
And now back to our regularly scheduled programming.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
Of course it doesn't... I'm calling shenanigans.. this seems like shiftydogit all over again

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Yet he sent me pictures as supposed proof .. interesting
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
Well I tried the preprocess and got this far... The webpage for flexigub tells me to pay 149.99 for a subscription that includes a 14 day free trial but you gotta give them some card info first.... Well... I'm not taking that route because I can't afford the trial or subscription for that lol... Darn it!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
long time no see man lol.. i recognize ur profile pic anywhere haha.. was it s5 or s6?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
I think the last time we talked I was working on the S6. Or Maybe OG Pixel?

But, yes. Been a while. Hoping this device gets unlocked / rooted. I need it!!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ismailaba:
Nope

You will pay nothing for Flexihub ! i have a full account on it ! so you just install flexihub and i will login to it using teamviewer

PS: thats all why i need teamviewer then you can close it after i log to my account on flexihub
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
Well either way your method doesn't work on the pixel 2 and 2xl so there's no need in continuing to talk about a method that doesn't work especially one with little In formation
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrjaydee82:
There's a good chance if he shared with [MENTION=2376614]jcase[/MENTION] the method could work with pixel 2xl with some alterations to the method. He somehow alters the device in a way to make the phone think it's not a Verizon imei or whatever to allow us to flip the switch to unlock bootloader...I'm just guessing because he wants the simcard out with WiFi off then does whatever after a factory reset
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
Jcase already said he's mad busy... I don't see I happening..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrjaydee82:
I'm just saying in general... someone more advanced
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nelsonTituaAa:
how much do we need to donate so that [MENTION=2376614]jcase[/MENTION] can work on it??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] PILLMUZIK3600:
I need about tree fiddy
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jcase:
In 10 hours, I will be retired from phones (outside of sunshine maintenance). There is no amount of money.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Say it ain't so! Good luck to you, you'll always be one of the best.

We'll miss you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] snipinu:
What would you charge to unlock bootloader on pixel XL 8.1
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Congrats! Party on Wayne! ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] i42o:
dang [MENTION=2376614]jcase[/MENTION] who will save us from the impending doom of the rise of skynet! dangg dang dang! met you in the v10 days, and it will be sad to see you leave, but God's speed man.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
Dude, you are way late on this. He has already determined that his method does not work, in its current form, on the Pixel 2/XL. Which sucks!

Back to looking for Temp Root.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
Hey guys this guy is golden. Worked like a charm on my VZW Google Pixel XL. He took about 25 minutes to get it but he did it. That's all I'm saying.. I took a few pics but I'm having trouble submitting them off my google drive.. bare with me... I want when prepared to take a pic or 2..

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JXH6crPJz1ZAvdzucHt5adpbr6KY3JCp/view?usp=drivesdk

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Ok it works the guy is legit. I am amazed.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JXH6crPJz1ZAvdzucHt5adpbr6KY3JCp/view?usp=drivesdk
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] maflin18:
Won't let us view the pics. Prompts to ask you for permission to view.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceelos218:
Use imgur pic hosting
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrjaydee82:
He is legit...I've been talking to him...been using mine as practice...he just has to do some adjustments to make it work over here...I'm confident he will get it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
You have a Pixel XL and not a 2 XL. Why are you posting in this thread? Besides, there are other places on XDA where he can hawk his wares as a paid service. A bounty thread is not the place. There is no claim of the bounty but simply a way to dupe desperate people into doing something they probably should not be doing. So please, no pictures of your amazement. It doesn't belong here.

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Can you tell us why he won't release his method and collect the bounty so we can do it ourselves? There are a lot of people leery of handing over their device to a total stranger.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrjaydee82:
Just patience until he gets it down. He's getting close to getting it to work..more info will come as the kinks get worked out
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Ok, it's your thread so we'll just wait. Will the method be released when it's ready? Lots of money out there.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] michaelbsheldon:
Are you saying this is for the Verizon Pixel 2 XL, or only your Pixel 2?

Hate to be a party pooper, but I'm skeptical of getting hopes up over and over again for

unlocking a bootloader that has been locked down hard by Verizon and Google.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] btonetbone:
Seriously, folks have to be so much more clear about which phone they are discussing.

Pixel =/= Pixel XL =/= Pixel 2 =/= Pixel 2 XL

This forum is specifically for the Pixel 2 XL. If you have an exploit for another phone - but are hopeful that it might also work for our phone - PLEASE BE CLEAR.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ironmaskusa:
Ok well I think us Pixel people of all kinds on Verizon were all just putting our heads together and it got a little out of the circle.. to make it clear.. he has his service available for pixel and Pixel XL phones only.. no pixel 2's.

And about him doing it.. he's not charging anyone but it would be nice to donate just like any other developer.. so stop whining about it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] btonetbone:
Each of these phones have been made by different manufacturers and are, despite their appearances, quite different. Yes, it would be great if an exploit for one could benefit another but so far that hasn't been the case. So far, all we've had are folks claiming to have rooted the wrong phone filling this bounty thread up with false hopes and confusion. Please keep in mind that even your comment about me whining mentioned multiple phones, yet none are the model that this thread is even about.