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[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kha1rul:
My bad, you did mention it indeed. I had to start over when I suddenly saw 4G in the status bar!

Really happy with this unlock; I was planning to buy the rumoured 4A 5G but now that the UK is blocking Huawei it looks like 4G will be the gold standard for next few years, so I'd rather just hold onto the Marlin and keep the software updated.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] miko12312:
What file would have to use for the pixel 2 to attempt this
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RaspberryPiBen:
If you want to try this on the Pixel 2, https://developers.google.com/android/ota#walleye should work. Then, for step 8, you'll have to use 'adb sideload walleye-ota-qq3a.200705.002-fcbada89.zip' for the command.

EDIT: Actually, I just noticed that the post you quoted isn't the most recent version. That method won't work. What I was referring to was this post: https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=83069355&postcount=1185
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] miko12312:
And in the pixel 1 what actually causes this to work is it the file or is it being tricked in someway I read almost all the posts seeing that the security patch update is incorrect and the phone logs in using Google like an frp bypass through chrome browser
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] [-andi-]:
I ... still .... can't ... believe ... it!

After all this time, my Verizon Pixel 1 is finally unlocked and running LineageOS 17.1 since yesterday. A very big THANK YOU to all who contributed to make this possible!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] n3kf:
Went through [MENTION=8460301]RaspberryPiBen[/MENTION] "script" and this Verizon Pixel XL which always refused to let me change oemunlock, worked fine on the second website I visited. Thank you [MENTION=9295007]djared704[/MENTION] for spending what I assume was a great amount of time to find this.....
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Vaugerbird:
I need some help here. I got the 'OEM Unlock' toggle to work, but whenever I go to the Volume Down menu, my phone doesn't show up in the 'adb devices' or 'fastboot devices' command. So, in turn I can't run 'fastboot flashing unlock'.

Nevermind! It turns out I didn't have the appropriate drivers installed in Windows!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] daefledar:
Skipping setup

I can't seem to skip the wifi setup in the beginning. Am I doing something wrong?

UPDATE: Yes, yes I was. I left the SIM installed. Didn't even know I had a 2nd SIM.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RaspberryPiBen:
That happened to me once. Try setting up the phone normally then trying again. That might not work for you, but it worked for me.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] miko12312:
Can you confirm all the steps taken to produce this many are wanting pixel 2 and xl
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] punkmangg:
Hello I am on android 10, July ota (Pixel 2). Do I need to apply update via ADB?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jonail:
So, does new method work on a pixel 2?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Homeboy76:
Search the thread for Pixel 2.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] androidbad:
I couldn't get this to work and I followed the [MENTION=8460301]RaspberryPiBen[/MENTION] and [MENTION=9295007]djared704[/MENTION] directions twice. I visited a couple of different websites in Chrome but the button still wouldn't unlock. Has anybody else been able to get this to work on a Pixel 1 on July 18?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nizhu:
Been watching this thread for several months. The new method is worked flawlessly on my verizon pixel 1, many thanks!

Now I have my pixel PE 10 installed :D
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] oniontelejubbal:
The new OEM unlock method is legit. I downgraded back to 9 because of problems with phone calls and audio. Even though the OEM unlock option is still greyed out, the ability to fastboot unlock the bootloader remains open. The downgrade didn't help. Used 'tool all in one' to delete bloatware and digital wellbeing. Still had freezing issues with phone calls. Noticed that a black screen kept appearing in the recent menu; toggled the app and saw that it was called X Google enrollment. Disabled the app. It seems like everything is working normally at the moment. Posting this for anyone dealing with the same issue. Hopefully it helps.

Edit: to find X Google enrollment app, go to settings and search 'X Google enrollment'
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] oniontelejubbal:
The new OEM unlock method is legit.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RaspberryPiBen:
PE has a kernel issue that is likely to hard brick your phone. You should switch ROMs.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] greeneyez15o:
Trying it right now ????
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sasuke33:
I've went through these steps 4 times today... I cannot for the life of my get the OEM Unlock to (ironically) unlock... is this method still working?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Luminoux:
Same. I guess Verizon finally patched it.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nizhu:
Well, I didn't see any complaint regarding this on PE thread and it seems PE using kernel from pixel dust which if there is an issue from the kernel it will also impact pixel dust user.

By the way, what's rom that you recommend?

I'm new in pixel.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] djared704:
This is correct. Many safe roms at the moment are Lineage or Bliss, essentially any rom that doesnt use the KingKernel at the moment. If you want you can also flash a new kernel under the affected rom and that should solve the issue, but we are not sure if the compiled rom is also affected to cause 9008

Good luck.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Dragon Kumera:
I vanish for a week to clean my pc and come back to a legit method found lol.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RaspberryPiBen:
It may have been patched. You can try it, but it has stopped working for most people.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Dragon Kumera:
My phone I unlocked back in 2018. Just was hoping a new fix was found in case a new phone was needed one day.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] m3nu:
Damn. Unlocked a Pixel and one Pixel XL, but seems it stopped working now. Tried 3x :(
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NtoskrnLL:
Has anyone had successful unlock attempts since July 19th?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] theLittleBigZ:
I've been trying since the 27th no luck
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheChiggah:
Anybody have any luck as of today? I tried several times with no luck. I saw this side boot method with android 10 but prefer to stay under 10 if possible. May have to try that if no luck.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] joh9356:
Verizon Fios

An update for anyone attempting to to downgrade their original Verizon-locked Google Pixel XL running Android 10 (Q). If you have Facebook Messenger, look up "Verizon Fios" and ask them to unlock your phone. Give them your IMEI, and they should be able to help you within 24 hours. This is the only way I was able to get mine unlocked

[IMG="Verizon Fios"]https://1drv.ms/u/s!AmAmee9N0rHOh6d1bnpxqT2R0GWusQ?e=qL0gJz[/IMG]
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I recommend to everyone NOT to give their IMEI to anyone.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] joh9356:
Not even your carrier? Good luck getting service......

---------- Post added at 10:16 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:14 AM ----------

https://www.verizon.com/about/news/fios-chatbot-now-available-facebook-messenger

---------- Post added at 10:38 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:16 AM ----------

My humblest apologies for posting this prematurely. Verizon just now came back and told me they could NOT unlock the phone either.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Right. I was telling everyone on XDA who reads this thread not to give their IMEI to their carrier. :rolleyes: Use some common sense next time. Let me spell it out.

"Don't give your IMEI to any random anonymous stranger."
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] wormeyman:
No luck for me I tried the July 2020 method two times.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] byteofwood:
Man I've been trying to root my Pixel for years now and I took a month break, I can't believe I missed such an opportunity. Tried it and it didn't work but I'll keep checking up on this thread to see if anything happens.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Ekterm:
Tried the July 2020 method twice on an XL, no dice. Thanks for all the work put into this problem! Will keep watching
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rican-linux:
stopped working

I am reporting as of 9/12/2020 this method is not working on my pixel phone. The "OEM unlocking" is still grey out.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Darkkingwill:
I tried as well 9/12/2020 and it didnt work for me. I wonder what could have happened or if im just not doing it right
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] HoosierFDaddy:
It's been years since i've posted in here as I have been on Samsungs for years and have come to terms with not having root, at least on my daily driver. I still have all of my old devices and they are rooted so I can still do the crap i used to do... anyway, found a Verizon Pixel today. Plugged it in to see if i could get any info from it to return it to the owner but it was already wiped. Android 10, October 19 security patch and i have tried everything i've seen throughout this post and a few different variations i found in a few other places. I still just have a very very very well wiped down stock Pixel. No unlocking for me. September 13
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] djared704:
Anyone here experienced or professional in networking? I am not going to claim that to unlock VZW pixels that you NEED to have a device connection, but maybe would it be possible to target our home router because it sends information back and forth? Users before have made up some ideas about being possible to spoof a VZW server, and from this, we do not know if VZW server is public or not. Many users during July 15-19 have unlocked their bootloader and left many users who didn't get the chance behind. I will not be one of those users.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Rider228:
Does this method work on pixel 2 xl?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RussianBeny:
This method no longer works for 1 Pixel ... And you are asking about the second one ...
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Udonitron:
Man I wish something worked.

Looks like the Sprint Pixel 4 XL I got is being sent back to the seller.

Interesting side note, when I factory reset it and then put the SIM in, it wanted to connect to set the phone up and it actually connected to my mobile carrier but shortly after it was blocked.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] greeneyez15o:
Will the sp flash tool let us flash back to original firmware ?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Udonitron:
I am sure someone has tried it.

Pretty lame that Google even allows a carrier to lock their phone up like this.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Homeboy76:
Economics: It is all about the dollar, Google wants as many of them as they can get. So, selling carriers Pixel phones with locked bootloader increases their profits.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Udonitron:
Maybe but I think more people would go to a provider who would sell an unlocked phone vs a locked in one.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Unfortunately, probably the only people who care about this are those in our "niche". 95% or higher of the cellphone buying population doesn't even know what bootloader unlock is or why they would want it - in fact, most people, when explained what keeping the bootloader locked provides, probably would want to keep it locked. I've seen developers on here who have gotten satisfied enough with a newer Android version on a BL-locked phone that they no longer care about rooting, much less developing. Nothing wrong with that, and I have no judgement against them - just an observation. After I got my Verizon 2016 Pixel, which I was able to BL-unlock on Android 7.10, although I generally kept it rooted, there were times I didn't bother. Sometimes I only rooted it when I wanted to use Titanium Backup, although of course I still kept the BL unlocked all the time.

I have spent less and less time on XDA since I got the Pixel 1. Nothing against XDA at all. It's a wonderful place. To me, it's a reflection of our available choices in devices.

Don't get me wrong - I'm for bootloader unlock and rooting, even if it voids warranties, but I have to admit that this is only of interest to a relatively small percentage of cell phone buyers, and it's probably, sadly, rapidly shrinking.

I bought my first unrootable flagship, Samsung Galaxy Note 10+, earlier this year. I almost hate it. I certainly like some things about it, but the fact that Samsung makes some basic Android features like Do Not Disturb not as featureful (not even close) as it is on stock Android annoys the hell out of me. Why does GMail on Samsung devices (I confirmed both on my phone and my brother's Galaxy S9+) take anywhere from 5 to 45 minutes to recognize that a new email has arrived. I depend on it for work. True, I could try a different email app, but GMail works just fine on the Pixel, and from what I remember on every device I used before that including the Galaxy S3. And I have taken every step to try to make sure Android isn't battery-optimizing the GMail app, and other tweaks with no difference.

Sorry for what became a rant, especially becoming OT. :) I will end this by saying that I am less and less satisfied overall with the phone choices out there. Yes, they are amazing in some ways, but my expectations rose far faster than the technology, while the technology has clamped down more and more making it more difficult for it to be satisfying.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Udonitron:
I hear you, for sure.

Let's hope someone cracks this Sprint T-Mobile BS on Pixel phones and gives em the middle finger.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nadia927:
I've been having so much trouble just Opening CMD in adb directory or how to. I've installed Android studio, went to platform tools on both Mac and windows and I cannot get it. I thought I was smart, but I'm not sure anymore. Can someone please, please help me?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Hi mate. First, this thread isn't about that, so I'll give you the answer, but if you have any more questions you'll have to create a new post in the Q&A section about the trouble.

First, you don't have to install Android Studio, and even if you already did, this may be easier. Download just the Platform Tools from Google's site here https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools?hl=ru.

Unzip it, then assuming this is on Windows, go into the folder you unzipped the Platform Tools into. Put your mouse in an empty spot in Windows Explorer (also called File Explorer these days), hold down either Shift key, and while holding it down right-click the mouse (again, in an otherwise empty spot, not over a file, folder or anything else). Now you can let go of the Shift key. Among the context menu items should include either "Open Command window here" or "Open PowerShell window here". Either will work for this. Voila, a Command or PowerShell window will open to the same location as where you had it open to in Windows (File) Explorer and you can type the adb or fastboot commands there.

As I said, this isn't a question specific to this thread, so if you have any other questions or trouble with this, please make a new post in the Pixel's Q&A section. If you are successfully far enough that you have questions that are specific to unlocking the bootloader on the Verizon Pixel 1, then by all means post here again once you get to that point, although about the only answer you can get right now about doing so is that there is no working way to unlock a Verizon Pixel 1 unless somehow your Pixel 1 is still on Android 7.10, but that would be a miracle.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nadia927:
Thank you for your help I have posted my detailed question in the pixel 3 forum as you suggested and put all the details in what I've done for the greyed out OEM to be unlocked
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mawil1013:
Is this still good in 2020?

Is this still good in 2020? I have a Pixel XL model G-2PW2100

Can't make it happen, reinstalled latest abd and fastboot mini.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] RussianBeny:
Unfortunately, this method no longer works.

At the moment there is no working way ... (well, or I did not find it)
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jaynyc22:
I'm on android 11 how do I downgrade to 10 to unlock my verizon!! dammmmm i just saw this, someone please help me
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Relax, there's no way to get unlocked at this time, whether you were on 10 or 11. Also, I believe this method was specific to the original Pixel, not the 2 or later I assume you're on since you're on 11.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Homeboy76:
Unlock for Verizon Pixel/Pixel XL bootloader doesn't work!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
If I were to buy this device new model being G-2PW2100 would I have to use this unlock method? Or would it not work? I do not want to purchase this phone if I can't unlock the bootloader. Please reply back if you know any details. The device I plan on buying is this Model and the box is still sealed so it shouldn't be on Android 10. Meaning that this should still work? Trying to ask for clarification before I spend $150 on this device
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Since this thread covers many methods over the years, I assume you meant the most recent one that only worked in July of this year. This method hasn't worked for anyone at all since July, so no, it won't work. The only unlock method that might still work is if the phone is miraculously still on Android 7.10 (NOT 7.11). There was a free, trustworthy script or app called DePixel8 - I know it's not available from from the official website http://theroot.ninja/ anymore, so if the phone was somehow on Android 7.10 AND you could find a copy of the DePixel8 script/app, then you *might* be able to unlock the phone. It's been four years so the details are hazy.

I wouldn't expect that the phone would be on 7.10.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
I appreciate your reply. Thanks for the help. One last thing that doesn't really have much to do with this device but rather other ones. Are there any good devices with XDA support for under $200 been searching hard and having trouble. Anyone else is also welcome to chip in :)
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome! As the years have gone on I've had more and more trouble finding a phone that has the features I want without requiring a small business loan, much less buying two of such devices for both my wife and I, so that when she needs tech support I have a better idea how to help her since I would have the same device.

I feel that my expectations have risen much higher while companies have made things more difficult to have the features while being rootable. I know there has always been tradeoffs but it seems like the tradeoffs are getting worse every year. Used the Pixel 1 for four years until over six months ago. The new crazy expensive phone I got? Love the hardware, absolutely hate so many things about the software and the fact that I can't root it - which I knew when I bought it I wouldn't be able to.

I know this isn't helpful. I do hope you find what you're looking for.

I assume you can't find the unlockable Pixel that you want on Swappa for a reasonable price?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
I looked at this device mainly because the Nexus 6P isn't as durable however it seems the Nexus is my only option under $200 because it can be unlocked on both models. I've been trying to find a newer device but the issue being that most of them require complex methods that I'm not skilled enough for. If there's any reason you can think of that I shouldn't purchase the Nexus 6P please let me know. This goes for anyone reading of course. (Likely my last message as I don't want to clog this thread).
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] CLPose:
I don't think it's a good idea. Many Nexus 6P went to bootloop after some time. You may wanna read about it before buying it. Good luck!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
I have heard about that but trying to find device that offer bootloader unlocks in the US is seemingly rather difficult. Any ideas for a device with good XDA support for under $200 please let me know.

Thanks for your comment, Cheers :)
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I asked before but I think you missed it. What about already unlockable (Google Edition) Pixels on Swappa.com? Sometimes people are greedy and want close to $150 but sometimes you find one for under $100.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
Well, I've never used Swappa honestly. And I'm not even sure what device model I'm looking for so I can unlock it. A bit nervous and don't want to purchase the wrong device. If you could perhaps provide a link or the correct model number so I can start my own search it'd be greatly appreciated!!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] roirraW "edor" ehT:
When you go to Swappa.com, you can search for Pixel and then filter for Google Edition. You'll have to filter separately for the regular Pixel and the Pixel XL. This is all assuming you're only looking at the original Pixel. I have no idea what used prices are for the Pixel 2 and 2 XL. All true Google Editions can have the bootloader unlocked via official means.

I've used Swappa twice to buy phones and I've sold phones on there another two or three times. It's always worked 100% with the only exception being that earlier this year I was after a cheap spare Google Edition 128 GB Pixel 1 or Pixel 1 XL. I jumped at one for $50-$55, although I did wonder because it was so cheap. It turns out the seller had the phone wrongly categorized as Google Edition whereas it was Verizon Edition. He didn't even know of the difference and although I feel he should've noticed when he went to put it up for sale that there was both Verizon and Google Edition categories, I believe it was an honest mistake, it really wouldn't have been worth me paying shipping back to get a refund - which he did offer, and the Verizon edition wasn't a deal killer at that price since it was very cheap.

You can communicate with the seller before buying to verify Google Edition status, although if it's a good deal someone else might buy it while you're doing that. The more experience/higher rating a seller has on Swappa the less likely a phone will be categorized wrongly. This guy had a good rating over several years, just not enough experience with the Pixel to know there were other editions with differences.

Not all phones on Swappa include a charger or cable. If it doesn't specifically say it's included, don't assume it is.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Mr.Conkel:
I seriously appreciate your help man! I'll start my rough search today. I've been a bit worn out with it cause buying phones online can make me a bit nervous. But thanks for the info! Hopefully I can enjoy Lineage OS on this device very soon!