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[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] crixley:
Sorry guys I got frustrated with Google's bs, had the opportunity to trade for an s9 and took it. If I'm going to have an unrootable phone what's the difference really, plus I'm on pie right now anyway. Doubt I'll be getting another pixel until they sort out their stuff and I feel like I can trust their hardware.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
S9 can't be unlocked either?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] crixley:
Not the snapdragon version unfortunately. The s8 managed to get root at least while I had it, so hopefully the s9 does as well. I can't spend more hours on the phone with clueless google reps anymore, and don't want to do any more refurbs.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
That's too bad. You were the last guy standing and now it's finally over and done. Good luck with the S9. I'm waiting to see what the Pixel 3 looks like from Verizon. Wouldn't that be a hoot if it was unlockable?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] crixley:
Thank you. I'm sure someone will eventually figure it out for sure, I've just spent too much time already on something that shouldn't be so frustrating. I paid for an unlockable device and expect an unlockable device. Otherwise honestly what's the sense?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Snorp09:
Haha. Same day crixley drops out, I'm out too. After fighting with Google for months, I've finally gotten offered a refund. Thanks for trying to help me guys. You're all awesome. Hopefully one day, we can unlock these devices.

EDIT: Real quick, I can't say for sure they'll give anyone else a refund. They're acting all "This is super special" about this. So you can try, but maybe don't go solely off the fact I've gotten one. (Also, clearly this is for refurbished Pixel 2s only.)
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] crixley:
LOL

Ironic as hell! What are you getting to replace it? I'll miss quick updates, but I won't miss all the crap I've dealt with from them.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Snorp09:
It sucks, but I think I'll try my luck with a Pixel 3. I'm working on learning to program for Android, and fast system updates can change the entire game for that. That's not entirely in stone yet, because I am REALLY ticked off with the Pixel 2 stuff. The other thought is to maybe wait and switch completely to an iPhone XR, just to spite Google. :P
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] crixley:
Ugh the display on the XR though, such garbage. I couldn't deal with that. It has the same PPI as the iPhone 4 :S I'll wait a couple months on the pixel 3 and see how I feel, I don't really trust their quality control at this point. The 3 looks awesome though, I hated the look of the pixel 2 but I liked the device itself. The 3 looks much nicer than the 3 xl in my opinion.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] TeChNoC4AzY:
Does this only work on pixel 2 or the xl version aswell? I have the xl and no luck for me...
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
he specifically states in op this is for pixel 2 and NOT pixel 2 xl
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] TeChNoC4AzY:
So pixel 2 xl for Verizon will never have a bootloader unlock? If not I might as well try to sell this and get a Google Edition.. But I don't want to go through the hassle of changing.... :(
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
NEVER seems to be a 100 percent type of word, so perhaps not that. I was told the very same thing regarding my original Pixel1 on O 8.0. so far, no bootloader unlock for that device. It's possible that someone will find something, but don't get your hopes up for next week. Probably sometime way off from now, but maybe never. If you're needing certain features from root, and can't wait, yeah sell and buy the Google edition. This is one of the reasons I don't upgrade on a VZW plan until I have confirmation of an unlocked BL
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skyeman:
Unlocked Pixel 2, had corrupted update...

Agreed. Never say never. Although dev focus on unlocking or rooting "unlockable" phones has fallen off. Feeling seems to be just choose an unlocked or unlockable phone from the outset. I was lucky with my Verizon XT1080 Maxx, and they found a means to root without ever unlocking the phone.

Hey, b00ster: I was able to completely wipe and re-flash the January build, and all is well now. Thanks for the links and encouragement!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] RLShiftyDoggit:
Has anyone tried adb reboot edl on the xl 2?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fix-this!:
Once I unlock my pixel 2 bootloader can I rebrand it and flash the Google pixel images instead of Verizon's?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Thanks for this. Another unlocked Verizon corporate store bought phone.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
Yes...that's a negatory

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Yes...that's a negative on the XL2

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Yes...that's a negatory on the XL 2

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Sure you can... But if your imei and sim are VZW registered , you may just get the VZW apps pushed back down
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] RLShiftyDoggit:
Well damn was worth a shot
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Has anyone done the 8.1.0 OTA update and retained unlock today?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] TheNerdLLC:
There should be no reason the update will re-lock the bootloader.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] ibscum:
I tried doing this today. I went through each step, but when I run the lock command, it returns this.

FAILED (remote: unknown command)

Unfortunately, I got an update on Friday 1/19 so I don't know if they disabled this command. I'm on 8.1.0. I'm using an USBc to usb cable since my laptop doesn't have USBc. I'm kind of hoping that's the problem, but honestly adb and fastboot are communicating for other commands just fine. I've tried different computers, different ports. Nothing changes. The phone just doesn't seem to recognize this command.

Anyone else seeing this? Any recommendations?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
What exactly are you typing, trying to do or undo?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] concept0:
Can anyone confirm whether the latest update breaks the ability to unlock the bootloader? I'm not unlocked right now but I'd like to know whether I'll still have the option to unlock after accepting the update.

The latest update just appeared on my phone this morning but others might have received sooner.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
As I said before, I'd try it but I have not received the update. I'm not sure why anyone is getting it or even what it does. Since it's not on the factory images pages there's not even a way to sideload. On the other hand you can take one for the team. ;)
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] xdabbeb:
Would you mind sharing the output of:

fastboot oem device-info
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
yes, or alternatively can you perhaps share what the version of OS you're reporting. Is it (OPM2.171019.016) ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
FYI...Even though I didn't get the official pop-up notification, I have it waiting in the "System Updates" area of the phone. I'm able to download and install...not sure if you have that option or not.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I just got the update notification and installed it. I'll try the bl unlock command now.. What was it again? ;)

Edit: It's patched. "Unknown command"
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] duckiesauce:
I'm still confused, I can't tell if people have been having success or not with the Pix2 Verizon version on Pie. Can someone please confirm what method works to unlock bootloader (if any) for the Verizon version that has OEM unlock grayed out? Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] alecthenice:
Pixel 2 manufacturer

So we can enable oem unlocking but once we try to flash anything we are greater by a failed prompt. Since htc manufactured the pixel 2 anyone ever considered that the feature on htc bootloader's called S-on and S-off blocks flashing so even though we can enable oem unlocking this feature S-on is blocking us from unlocking the bootloader with the critical unlock command? Please let me know I got so mad at my pixel 2 I replaced the battery of my rooted Nexus 6p so I could stay high on Android.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
I did read the pixel 2 will be getting many of the pixel3 features. Very soon, next update.

https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/...-assistant-features-coming-soon-pixel-phones/
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
Sorry about the confusion. Yeah, probably would be good to change the title a bit. But to help clarify, my 4th post try's to lay out where we are with the Verizon phone.

To review, the command referred in the OP is available in 8.1 and not 8.0. Which means that you can upgrade to a compatible version of Android OS to take advantage of the command. However, your phone CANNOT be on ANY build past OPM2.171019.016, as the command was patched. Please see the attached table. Some users have been able to find phones in stores, and from surplus. However some newer phones are now being shipped with the latest security updates (OPM2.171019.016 and older.)

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=75079114&postcount=4

I hope this helps, but to answer your question. No success on PIE, and limited success on Oreo...
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I'd just like to see if the Google version is as unlockable as the Pixel OG and 2. Rootable, custom rom, bl unlock etc. We'll know soon enough
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] billzster:
Steps to get Updates

I was successful a while back in unlocking and rooting the Verizon Pixel 2.

Please can someone explain the steps in getting the latest updates installed...

S-Off

OPM1.71019.021

Android: 8.1.0

rooted
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] headcreepz:
Can you provide some details please??
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
Are you looking to install 9.0/Pie? There are quite a few threads on OTA updates, side loading, applying images. I'm going to refer you to the search tool in an effort to keep this thread on track and at a minimum; considering it's went off the rails a bit at times
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] billzster:
I understand - I have looked in this thread and get a mix of confusion. I understand I will probably have to sideload but I can find good instructions (step by step) that will give me the confidance to do it. Yes, I would like to install the latest 9.0/Pie....

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Can you tell me steps on how you updated to Pie PLEASE...

I have been S-Off/rooted for some time now with P2 Verizon but have not done any updates - still on 8.1.0

Where/What to download and how to install please...
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
If you use the following thread, I believe you will get all of the information you need. Please keep in mind that the "unlocking the bootloader" instructions will not be correct. Also, you should not re-lock your bootloader unless you're ABSOLUTELY SURE!!! you will never want it unlocked, you want to stay on stock (with nor current way to downgrade at this point), and NOT be rooted/customized again.

https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2/how-to/guide-unlock-flash-root-pixel-2-walleye-t3702417
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] billzster:
Tried doing the adb sideload and got error 21 when trying to upload the OTA 9.0.0 (PPR2.181005.003, Oct 2018) "Signature verification Failed" am I pulling the right OTA file? Should I try full image instead if so what package...THANK YOU for the support...
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] b00ster23:
Yeah...that typically comes from a USB 2.0/3.0 compatibility issue, or wrong/faulty cable.

If you do the full image, edit the .bat file and remove the "-w" part of the line. Otherwise your internal memory will b wiped! AYEE! Removing the "-w" shouldn't wipe the memory for you. As always though, make sure you have a backup and a fail-point. As mentioned in the instructions, there is no downgrade, so make sure you really want to have PIE? Of course, who doesn't like a bit of PIE ;)
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] TheDanielCF:
So, as I understand it you guys are part way through developing a root. I currently have a Verizon Pixel 2 on 8.1.0, build number OPM1. 171019.021. What action would you advise I take, at this point, to have the highest probability of being able to root, if you guys do get a root to work. Should I update to Pi before they patch the hole you found? Should I follow the steps to enable oem unlocking? Or should I just stay where I'm at and wait it out?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
Actually no. The main guy that was searching for a loophole traded his device. As far as I know now the only unlock method as of date on pixel 2 Verizon if you get one on just plain Oreo software ,before last January that patched the slip. Rest assured though. Soon there will be another new way to unlock this bootloader with the P 3 just dropping. Simple unlock method for the original pixel. Just patience.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] z-man79:
It has been a while since I've rooted a device, I have the verizon pix 2 and I used one of the ram/file cleaners and now my phone is acting weird. Such as I can't get the sound to change for sms messages and certain programs keeps quitting over and over. I want to reload the factory image since I see Pie for the verizon version isn't rootable at this point. Will sideloading the factory image allow me to to this? I factory reset my phone yesterday and it didn't resolve the problems. Thank you and sorry for the basic question. I don't want to mess up my phone and I've been searching for the answer, you guys have always been great and hope you can help.

Z
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] z-man79:
Ok, I sideloaded the factory image but it didn't wipe my phone completely and the same issues are still there. Is there a way to completely remove the current image and put a brand new one in via sideloading?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
Currently getting the November 5th security patch. Supposed to add all the nifty little new features from the pixel3 & 3xl. Verizon here
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrpeters:
i miss my viper4android so much :(

damn you crappy USB-C and needing a replacement phone!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] alecthenice:
Why not direct magisk install

Why don't members of this thread use bootloader.exe to dump their bootloader patch it with magisk manager and then flash that boot.img? That's root regardless of bootloader lock or not am I correct?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
If I am not mistaking you can't flash any images without unlocked BL. Not even factory images from Google
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrkhigh:
Edit: may be wrong.

You can flash factory images that are your current version or greater. They do have to be signed though.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
Is it possible there will never be a route to unlock and root this device,many people apparently own. ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
That is incorrect.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrkhigh:
I've never done it so I may be completely wrong but elaborate please?

It was my understanding that I can flash my upgrade if I chose to.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Only if you are bootloader unlocked. Otherwise you're limited to sideloading the OTA
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Tech180:
I just had an interesting experience. I had just broken my pixel 2 from Verizon and ordered a replacement. I just got it this week and thought when I booted it up I might of been one of those extremely lucky people that got a manufacturer phone instead of a verizon one. Unfortunately that wasn't the case. However, I booted it up and went to Dev options and it was like a dream come true... The button for Oem unlocking wasn't blurred out. I clicked on it and immediately after I clicked on it or forced closed settings on me. I thought that was strange so I went to check it again and it was set in the on position. (at this point I was bouncing off the walls). I rebooted it to the bootloader and strange enough I couldn't get any of the commands working. So I was like "maybe I should check it again". So I rebooted it and checked it again... Annnnnnddddd it was blurred out.... Dang! So I factory reset it just to see if that would change anything but it didn't. Grudgingly I turned off the phone and decided to wait until tomorrow to set it up.

Just wanted to share
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrpeters:
so, what is the best alternative for someone happy with the Pixel 2 and Verizon, but unhappy losing root?

My phone is about 30 days out from being "like new" from a Verizon warranty replacement. I owe about $500 on the phone, so looks like I'd eat about $100 there if I got $400 reselling the phone (seems to be the going rate for a 64GB) but then what? I love my Android Auto, so next phone needs to be working well with that. I also miss expandable storage tremendously, however, so having a microSD card slot is a big plus in my next phone. Other than that, I just want ViPER|Audio and a few other "preference" type packages from Magisk. Not into any custom roms, themes, etc. but ViPER|Audio really is that big of a game changer for me.

Would love to hear suggestions from anyone else who has given up on this and found another device!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
No choice but to enjoy the device till there is a work around. One will surely come. Downloaded the new pixel updated camera made for all pixels with night mode. Lots of cool things coming our way. And I get 6-8.5 hours on screen and a definite full days use . 2 days with light usage. I'm happy. Will be happier though being able to unlock. I miss flashing badly
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
Sucks because I had RMA my device which was bought through the Google Store. But I can not unlock my BL. This is a documented scenario and it sucks. I may as well have a. VZW phone
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrpeters:
I suppose that is one perspective, but I'm not sure I'm "tethered" to the device. I'm willing to go with a completely new device. Maybe I need to consider something like the OnePlus, or another "independent" manufacturer.

I had Galaxy S4, S5, and S7 phones prior to my Pixel 2 and loved them, but I don't know what the current state is with root on those devices and it was always an adventure!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
For the US market I can only guess is crap.

I finally replaced my back up Nexus 6 with Moto x4 (non Android one) so far seems pretty fast and legit. Can also root it as long as it's not Amazon version. Only $200 too!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fyrmd:
Disappointed with Verizon P2

Is there anyone still trying to find a solution to the bootloader issue? I just purchased a phone without checking this forum, and without root I hate it. I have always had root on my phones, coming from a Nexus 6 which has been great, having a terrible time with all of these ads. If I can find a good replacement battery for my Nexus I will probably switch back even though it is much slower than the Pixel.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fkfmfz:
Have you guys looked in to the pre installed My Verizon Services? The only difference I noticed between Google and Verizon was that app being disabled on the Google version when doing a factory reset. I was able to unlock my Verizon version that came with May update..DONT INSERT SIM OR CONNECT TO INTERNET... factory reset from recovery but don't boot it. Then go to adb manually update to July T-MOBILE ota and once is done do another factory reset. Reboot and now it should be able to toggle the OEM switch and unlock, but keep in mind this was a refurbished I got from Verizon.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
The July TMobile sideload is located? And you were able to unlock and successfully aquire full root.?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
Judging from his post I would say he is likely already rooted with that dark red theme applied

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My question if you bought a Google branded phone that is an unlockable RMA unit. Could you sideload the APK to get into the settings? I am on the November security patch is it even possible to downgrade to July?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fkfmfz:
It was locked when I got it from Verizon with the May update, so I did what I posted before and was able to unlock it. But if you are on anything pass July which will be Pie you can't go back.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
How do you know it wasn't unlockable from the outset? You never tried it before you went thru all those steps. As a refurbished unit it was probably unlockable
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fkfmfz:
I always try to unlock them out of the box, that's how I noticed it had the May update. July is the month that has both T-MOBILE and Verizon ota. So I try adb ota from May verizon preinstall to July tmobile zip. And was able to run fastboot to unlock the bootloader.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I understand that, it's not what I'm saying. You didn't try to unlock right away before the OTA TM July update. You were probably able to unlock without doing anything other than connecting to wifi, or internet. The phone was most likely unlockable no matter what you did.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fkfmfz:
I try on the May update that came preinstall from Verizon and wasn't able to unlock it, ota to July tmobile I was able.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
I thought you said you didn't connect to the internet or insert a Sim. If you connected to the internet and couldn't unlock then you got lucky. However, I don't think the tm update was anything different than a radio.

The whole process should be confirmed if possible. Perhaps it's too late now though.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] fkfmfz:
If you connect to the internet it would try update to September pie, and once you insert the Sim it will greyed out the oem toggle. So I just went back to recovery and did the reset, adb July tmobile that was it.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
I am glad that it worked out for you. Meanwhile I am stuck with an "unlocked" google branded RMA that is basically a VZW because OEM unlock doesn't work

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Even though I don't think it will work I am downloading November ota manually on adb. Even though I received November OTA. I will keep an eye out for T-Mobile OTA file and try that
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] AsuraDas:
Of course it doesn't work. Well I turned in my pixel 2 expecting nothing to change. I am not going to do RMA song and dance. I may just stick with my Moto x4 and selling my pixel 2 if Bootloader is locked down. Pretty pissed at Google
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mattie_49:
Been this way since late January. Quiet as a mouse