yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
First you need to know how to find bootloader version which is 5th character from the right on build number.

And ask the sellers for software info, for example on ebay.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] AnonVendetta:
I already knew what to look for in the build number. But I am not aware of any other way to get the software info without opening the box and powering on the device yourself. The majority of eBay sellers I've dealt with can't be bothered to do this for you. They're either too lazy, or are selling as new, in which case they don't want to open it since it would appear to be not new anymore.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] CharmedWhovian:
So, this will Root my S20 5G? But I don't know what my region is. It says U1UES2FVF3 & I'm lost. Haven't rooted a device since the S9s emerged
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
Assuming that your Baseband Version starts with G981, then your device is not bootloader unlockable. If you want to hold out for a possible method in the future, highly advise disabling OTA updates immediately
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] CharmedWhovian:
Well I ask, bcus I bought it from Samsung & I always ask for the unlocked variant & now it's acting really weird. It randomly kisses it's access to the network. Like I can call/text(sms) but not able to use data.

& for the last few days, it would say that I was connected to WiFi, but not be able to do anything that requires data & last night it couldn't read my Chromecast. So, I'm trying to figure it out & fix it.

Do you know if it has an esim?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
I don't understand how bootloader unlock or root would solve any of those issues
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] CharmedWhovian:
I'm just trying to get into the controls to see if anything if off with it. & I like complete control of all my devices. Also I have called my provider. Did the troubleshooting. And nothing seems to work. Samsung is not any help either. Soooooo, I'm trying everything or I'm end up using my $300 extra credit, my military discount & trade in credit for another pair, but that's just resort
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Misslys9:
Have you checked your apn and that has all the correct info? I've had that be the reason on many a Samsung phone especially unlocked bc sometimes the info doesn't update correctly or at all. It's under settings, network connections, mobile network and you should be able to change the parts that need changing. I'd check for correct info from carrier and check if it's the same if you have not already.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] CharmedWhovian:
I did that with my service provider. They have me what they had I put it in if worked & then about a week later the problem started again. When I got the phone I called them to let them put it on the network & for 3 days no problems. Then we had a huge Thunder ⛈️ storm for 3 days(I love in Louisiana).

Everyone in the house lost service for a few moments, but we all gained it back, but my phone started doing the going into roaming randomly. Then WiFi or data started acting bajigitty. I called them they gave me the APN & it worked... Then it started again. I don't know what to do.

I reset but the network & the phone & still it happens. & is getting annoying. Bcus is interfering with my Pokemon playing
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] parknich081:
how much does this actually cost? i have a g960u on bl v9
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] liquidrust:
I'm considering buying a refurbished S10e or S10+ (unlocked US Snapdragon) to unlock. Is there a way to know if the device is compatible without having it on hand? I don't have the option to message the seller.

Model numbers (copied from seller listings, may have inaccuracies):

SM-G970UZBV, SM-G970UZWV, SM-G970UZWAXAA for S10e, and SM-G975UZIAXAA, G975UZKAXAA for S10+.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
It's the bootloader level that determines unlockability, not model number. Post #2 of this thread tells you what's unlockable.

Without messaging the seller, no, there's no way to know.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] liquidrust:
Appreciate the answer!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] sewermike:
Hey guys... I have a question.

I live in Canada. Recently bought a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 ultra 5G from an online source. When I received the phone, learned it was an SM-N986U (AT&T) US model. That doesn't bother me. It came with Android 11, Android security patch from September 1, 2021, and bootloader / baseband N986USQS2DUH3 dated Sept 15, 2021. I have flashed the Canadian W version firmware N986WVLS2DUH3 released Sept 7, 2021. Phone boots and all seems well.

I would like root at some point (this is a V2 bootloader and is not possible to unlock right now), but I would also like Android 12. Knowing that at some time in the future the bootloader "might" be unlockable, would flashing the N986WVLS2FVG5 firmware dated Aug 9, 2022 not be in my favor even thou it is a V2 also ?? Might upgrading to this new firmware hinder me in the future for acquiring root ??

Thoughts ??

Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
Nope because if a method is released that only works on Android 11, you can always downgrade back to an Android 11 bootloader 2 build. What you want to avoid at all costs is updating to a bootloader 3 build, once they're released
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] knojap:
Got an g970u with android 12 and g970u1 firmware. Is there a way to unlock the bootloader? Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] trey112187:
any chance you are able to unlock the SM-T837V? (Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 - Verizon-us
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
No to both
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] chris1892006:
I wish someone out there had 100% compatible sm-g965u kernels for stock Android 10 with 3ghz overlooking on the cpu & 800mhz on the gpu. I want my s9+ to be as fast as possible. By the way afaneh92 is real nice to chat with. I'm getting my unlock done now. I don't wish to change the stock rom, just want a wicked kernel for stock rom sm-g965u s9+.

Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] CSITM:
I have an S21 G998U Ultra Bootloader V5 One Ui 4. Can it be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
Nope
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] M0dj0:
Do you have Canadian Galaxy Note 8 N950W ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ElPadre08:
I have a note 20 (N981U) and the end of my build number is usqs2fvg6. Any way to root? If not, is there any way to compete a deep scan to recover deleted data if the data is not overwritten? Thanks in advance!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
V2 bootloader can't be unlocked
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jake.99x3:
My s21 is on Android version 11 One UI 3.1. I know It's not currently supported but is it likely that it will be supported sometime soon? I was looking at the beta for version 13 and it looks very appealing... Not sure if I should bother waiting?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
S21 released with oneui 3.1 and v1 bootloader supported, read carefully or post your software info.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] 2535:
good morning

could anybody fabricate (against remuneration) TWRP RECOVERY for XCOVER 5 SM-G525F / DS-ROM G25FXXS5AVB3. I can change of rom?

thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Wrong thread, thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] hogol:
i have a s9+ g965u t mobile variant and i need it unlocked. can you reply/pm me about prices and what other technical information(bootloader version, oneUI version, software specs etc) you would need from me in order to permanently unlock the bootloader? i just got the phone so i cant bother with finding out everything i just need the bootloader permanently unlocked so ican resume my software development work. reply fast please.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Sure, contact me
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jake.99x3:
Yes i understand. However, my baseband is version G991USQU3AUDD which is version 3? My question is, should i bother waiting for an update to this tool to support version 3? My carrier is offering trade in's currently and I may make the move to a Pixel so I can root easily
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I cant guarantee if it will be unlockable or not
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Kratos574:
I have a G991U Retail demo with an baseband G991U1UEU3AUDD would it be possible to unlock?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
v3 bootloader cant be unlocked, only v1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kraze1989:
As requested
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ldeveraux:
I'm interested in a Note 10+ 5G, what bootloader is unlockable?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Can be unlocked on v5 bootloader or below
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Welkwo:
Hi there! I have a Samsung Galaxy A51 with a baseband version of S515DLUDU8CUK1 with Android 11 and OneUI 3.1. Would this work on my device? If you need more details, just let me know. Thanks a lot!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
Answer is found in post #2
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Welkwo:
Looks like I stopped reading too soon, thank you! 👍
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ldeveraux:
What about the S20+ 5G or the S20 Ultra 5G, they need to be on v5 bootloader or below?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
Current bootloader level varies by model. The S20 series just got bootloader 3 this month, so that's the newest/highest for those. The bootloader level that can be unlocked is given in post #2
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ldeveraux:
I didn't even see post 2, thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] KidzBop:
Hi, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy S9 (SM-G960U), it's an old paid off phone and isn't very important to me anymore, but this has proven difficult as I can't seem to get OEM unlock to appear to unlock the bootloader. I'm a novice at this and I don't think I fully understand what service is being provided here, but every solution I've attempted has failed and has led me here so I at least wanted to ask.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
US devices has no oem unlock toggle, can be unlocked with tokens on certain bootloader versions. Contact me for more details.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mysticblaze347:
I read that bootloader v6/ui4.1 cannot be unlocked for Samsung A71 5g Snapdragon. Is this true or is there a way still? Just wondering to clear up.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
True, only v1-2
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mysticblaze347:
This sucks. If I was able to roll back I would. Don't think I can with tmobile
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ressegger:
Maybee someone can give me a little info i jusr got a note 20 ultra 5g from tmobile to use with this service so i just took it out thebox and never let it connect to wifi. And theres never been a sim card in it and before i did connect to wifi i went into the settings to make sure to turn off updates but when i did it sayes it has android 12 on it?!?!? Is there something im missing. And I if not how is this even possible it had no up time when i first turned it on. And i never allowed it to connect to anything. Its from tmobile in California from there website, bronze model #sm-n986u
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I bought a new couple of G973U motherboards from ebay and surprisingly they both came with Jun 2022 firmware preinstalled
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ressegger:
Ok thank you it does seem that that is the case here too so im figuring it must be ok then.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lovekangaroo:
I don't use Telegram. Is there another way of connecting with you? I would like to inquire about unlocking bootloader for a Note 10 and Note 20.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Fly-n-High:
This should be a free service. This site has helped me over the years with many modifications, rooting, themes, etc. I have a EE degree , but focused on EVs and applied engineering. So I believe anything is possible if someone has spent enough time on it. Charging for a service is just greedy. I understand it takes time and effort creating and testing these features, but that surely has a enjoyment standpoint included with it.

Go get a degree and develop embedded controls sw if you want to get paid!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lovekangaroo:
@afaneh92 is awesome. He helped me patiently. My Note 20 now has unlocked bootloader. It felt complicated initially. But He walked me through every step, which made the process so much easier.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] MarvinMod:
So your developing a way for us to unlock the bootloader on US variants?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] XDA_username00:
I don't have an engineering degree, so can only imagine the time, effort, and money involved it takes to make any of these items and guides available for those of us who just want help extending the life of devices that are no longer supported by the manufacturer. What's worse is that most of these older devices can run the newer operating systems just fine, but with a locked bootloader preventing that process from happening, folks who are concerned about device security (not necessarily privacy) are left with running an insecure OS or buying a new device.

As someone who doesn't like paying much for anything, I do appreciate those who offer a service for a reasonable price. The cost of breathing life into a device that was collecting dust on a shelf for $55 was worth it to me. If it was any more, then I simply would not have engaged the services to generate a unique unlock token specific for my device (getting the personalized tech support to help make sure the whole process worked right was a welcome added bonus).
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Thebacklash:
So when he PAYS for the service he has to use... he must then give it away free?

Did you even read WHY it's a paid service?

So if you want it to be free, by all means pay for all our codes and give them to all of us.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Fly-n-High:
I didn't know there was a fee on the front end. But. Just like everything in life, it should be free.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Fly-n-High:
I'm an applied engineer not a developer/dre.

So next time you hop into your Rivian R1t/s think of me. I made other people's designs work on the system and vehicle level in the real world. It's not perfect, but what is?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes you get paid on everything even water and food so just calm down and pay your everything in life taxes or go wild fishing or hunting on your barefoot

Why do you need a job if everything is free!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Fly-n-High:
Because it's not. Not even an education. Think about it, if a undergraduate degree was free. The government would make more money in taxes from these hard working educated people.

Now I have student loans to deal with.

No silver spoon here. Mommy and daddy didn't pay for my degree. I do...

Nothing personal, but I've seen so many talented sw developers who have incredible ideas and should be able to work around anything.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] SpyGuy47:
I recently stumbled across this and I'm interested in giving it a shot. Unfortunately, when I pursued this in the past, I was limited by my bootloader version.

Is is still considered "too difficult" to downgrade the bootloader for root purposes?

The phone in question is an S20 (SM-G981U) with One UI 4.1 and Android 12. Originally shipped with Android 10, AT&T phone originally (now carrier unlocked).
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Since you are on android 12 then its v2 or 3 bootloader so there is no way to unlock currently.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] SpyGuy47:
Bummer...

Thank you for getting back to me. Hopefully I can find an S20 (snapdragon) that is already rooted or at least rootable.

I love the phone, but I loathe what Google did when they took away the "old" music player in favor of YouTube and many of the other changes. I want full control over the apps.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Admn31337:
hi im on a samsung 21 with n981usqs2dui4 can i unlock?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You are on v2 bootloader, only v1 can be unlocked
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] tiptop87:
I could really use the Canadian moto g pure, boot.img, TWRP or orangefox recovery tips on unlocking bootloader . please and thank you from Canada
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mess18:
How can one know what bootloader version does his device have?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
This is Samsung only thread.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
5th character from the right of build number
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Emmalfal:
Well, here I am, hat in hand, asking humbly if my Galaxy S20 FE bootloader can be unlocked. It's a SM-G781V with the most recent update listed as Oct. 1, 2022. BL version appears to be 7 so I'm not hopeful. All attempts to pry it open with ADB failed miserably. More than happy to pay for the service if it's doable. Otherwise, it looks like I'm selling this sucker and starting over. Thanks for any input.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
only v1 bootloader are doable.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Emmalfal:
Appreciate the reply, grim as it is. Least I won't waste anymore time trying to unlock that sucker.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] billa:
What's the highest bootloader version of the S10e G970U which is supported for unlock?

Do you think that in the future you'll be able to do even the latest bootloaders or that's not possible?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] james28909:
will bootloader unlock work if it is not the original imei of the phone?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] xam nam:
I have a samsung galaxy s10+ G975U1 but I am on the latest software and update can my bootloader be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rafaello21:
hi. No progress yet?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
V4, I hope so
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Bootloader is independent of imei
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Hi, still not supported
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] james28909:
ok, i will be in contact with the service soon. thanks for everything
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Sakima:
Anybody?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] xam nam:
Is it possible for my bootloader to be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Maybe if you can post a picture of download mode can help
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Too updated, no luck
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] sarab21:
I need to get bootloader unlocked of sm-g970w.. I changed CSC, tried flashing vbmeta, but could not flash magdisk patched file or any custom rom. kindly help
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Post your software info or bootloader version
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] sarab21:
One ui 3.1

Android 11

(I downgraded)

Baseband version G970wvls6guj1

Knox 3.7

Se for android-running

Build no-Rpa1a.200720.012

Android security patch level-oct2021

Adp v3.0 release 20191001
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You are on v6 bootloader, only v4 or below can be unlocked.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] aurares:
Is this considered unlocked? I'm guessing "no" considering i've been unable to flash twrp in ap slot via odin (patched); however i was able to switch my region ( CSC | -g970w --> sm-g970u (VMC --> USC) and the rest of the files in the firmware pkg (from sammobile) like the BL, AP, CP, & the aforementioned CSC without issue, however I thought this was something you aren't able to do *unless* the bootloader is unlocked... So now i'm confused, sorry if I wasted your time, just wanted to make sure that my phone is indeed pooched by samsungs updates and no longer able to be flashed w/ custom roms.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] 3rdGenerationPhonePreak:
Any hope for

SM-F721U1

One UI version 4.1.1

Android version: 12

F721U1UEU1AVGA ?

Did samsung stop using tokens for newer devices like this?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
your phone is locked, I think you are on v5 bootloader and only v4 or older can be unlocked
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] aurares:
Ok. Thanks for response.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
not stopped but we dont have access to the new tokens
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Arealhooman:
Can t you just toggle Oem unlocking is dev settings

Does the s7 tab model SM-T870 need a token?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
if you can then this service wouldn't be available
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Arealhooman:
So it works without this service?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] maxkimix:
Can you unlock bootloader of a Samsung Galaxy tab 4 sm-t537a
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Ltay:
Would you be able to unlock the bootloader of a Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (SM-G715U1) with the following
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Foxtheory:
I have bootloader v6 s10+ which cant be unlocked?. Is this something that will be offered in future.?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Your device is too updated, only v7 bootloader can be unlocked.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes only v4 or below, and no one knows if will be available in the future.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rynizzle206:
Would you be able to unlock the bootloader of a Samsung Galaxy J737T?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Dkall:
How much to unlock a SM-G960W on bloader v9?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
not supported

55USD
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Dkall:
Thanks I'll be in touch
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Admn31337:
what about my gal s 21 ultra 5g? g998usqu2aub5?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You are on v2 bootloader, only v1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] K-19-2:
Are the services available for Z Fold 3 5G SM-926U, F926USQS2DVI4?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] vehf277:
Would you please explain me how to communicate with that dumb bot Rose? No info on that channel how to do that, Thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Maybe its easier to contact me?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Everlong1189:
So I'm currently in possession of 2 Note 20 Ultras (N986W). One of which was unlocked by Sampwnd, and the other is a replacement device sent out by my carrier since they decided to replace my broken device instead of fixing it (the screen cracked).

I'd love to pay to have the new device unlocked... however it has the September 2021 security patch on it. Is there any way to use an image or something from my broken device (with the December 2020 security patch) to downgrade the new one and have you unlock it? I'm happy to provide more details if you need them :)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
you can only replace motherboard
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Rg4lpr2022:
How much is it to unlock the bootloader of a sm g991u???
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
S21 currently not supported
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] johnn.:
So it is possible to replace an American snapdragon with an international snapdragon motherboard successfully?