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[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
Looking forward to unlocking my Xfinity S20 5G UW (SM-G981V). Although I haven't really found any "ROMS" or kernels for this version of S20?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] peter couniaz:
Does this include the straight talk A51 sm-S515DL or is this phone still not supported ?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
you sure thqt model isnt unlockable already? Either way, My Samsung A50 (A505U) worked so I dont see why not.

This is a bootloader unlock, NOT a network unlock if you were not sure. I'd make sure it's not unlockable by default before purchasing though. You can just select A50 in the shop if you decide to purchase.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
USA/Can models are only unlockable via paid service so it's already scarce (development) and I imagine even more so with special carrier specific models like yours.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] peter couniaz:
Yes I'm look for bootloader unlock but I was told my phone wasn't supported .
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
what is the exact model?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] frostysax:
What exactly is the DID and how do I get it? What part of the phone is it located in?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
When you put your device in download mode, you'll see DID. The numbers following is your did
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
Will flashing a modified "boot" file in oden (using magisk to root) kill the bootloader? Is any future ota update (same os or newer) going to cause an issue with the bootloader?

Also, in regards to the site, the only reason I actually have any faith in it is because of this thread. If I had stumbled on it and saw the spam of people purchasing the software unlock, that to me is an instant red flag. Maybe consider disabling that feature from the site. I will update once I have a follow-up if the unlock worked for my SM-G988U1.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
the point of unlocking the bootloader is so you can flash custom firmware and root with magisk so no, flashing magisk patched boot.img will not kill the bootloader.

and yes, currently n20 users who took oneui 3.1 update it "locks" bootloader.. since it is still rev1 though they flash back to oneui 3.0 and bl unlocks again.. so to update just flash super.img and ull have updated system but still be unlocked.

With that being said, i'd be careful when taking updates.. if they increment the bl to rev2 and u update u might lose unlock and cant downgrade.

So as usual, dont blindly update especially if u see its updated to rev2 because that might impact ur unlock.

Cureently trying to see what its doing but seems like they updated token to v3 so its verified differently on s21 and oneui 3.1 at least on n20 so far.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
Thank you for the reply. I was so mad when I didn't realize this bootloader wasn't unlocked. My old Pixel 3xl only didn't get updated because of the fact I didn't like the 4xl and the 5... So, hoping I can get Magisk on here and maybe a custom LinageOS or the sort if this all works. Thanks again (crossing fingers that all will work out).
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] mysticjp:
good to know and related but indirect, thank you elli
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
So, we shouldn't be going beyond revision 1 BL or we could lose our unlock? I have the S20+ and am currently downloading the updating ending in 1DUB5 for USC. I thought previously it was said that we could flash away and as long as we didn't corrupt some partition we wouldn't normally touch that we would remain unlocked. I've done like two updates recently without thinking about it and follow the Magisk guide to keep rooted.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] mysticjp:
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[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
So, a question I have, I'm still pending my unlock that I paid for a few days ago. What's the average turnaround time to expect a response from the team?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
If you're referring to the message when your phone turns on that is there for about 5 seconds saying your bootloader is unlocked and you're phone can/may be compromised page, that is actually an "android" warning. not really a Samsung warning. I have it on my pixel 3xl that came with an unlocked boot loader.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] lucky_strike33:
Guys, recent verizon update, you will lose your bootloader unlock! I have just lost it today. @elliwigy

my phone factory resetted and I knew something was wrong. damn!
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
Good to know. I am thru Xfinity Mobile. I have auto update off in developer options
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] lucky_strike33:
who knew an update would alter the unlock bootloader!?!?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
Have you tried flashing the previous firmware? I heard flashing previous version will re unlock the bootloader
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] lucky_strike33:
No i have yet to try that.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] lucky_strike33:
can you point me to the forum that has previous firmware? thank you
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
SamMobile - Your source for all Samsung news

SamMobile.com is the leading source for the latest Samsung news, firmware, product reviews, tutorials, tips, opinions, polls, and podcasts.

www.sammobile.com

You have to create a free account and expect the free download to take approx 5 hours. You need to find a image that was pre 3.1 ui. Also this is *SUPER SUPER IMPORTANT* that you get the right version/revision for your device. I can't go in detail but there is many versions for the same model phone based on carrier and the such...
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
If the bootloader is the same revision then flashing older firmware is possible. I can use UAC2 of U1 but nit the 1Dub or whatever it is for USC. It won't boot and gives an error I posted earlier. My phone won't auto update anything with Magisk so how are people saying it's an auto update?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
Update: It's been 5 days so far and no response from the team so far. No email confirmation that I purchased their product, no reply at all back from them. I have yet to be contacted back in any of my attempts to figure out where my bootloader unlock is. I will again update if I do actually get a response. I'm giving them a week before I file a chargeback/block on the service otherwise.

Just a heads up, this group hasn't billed me yet either. I am not sure if this is normal or not. I really want to hope this service is legit. I am just seeing red flags start to pop up. It would be nice to get "some" kind of reply back with any kind of update.

Update 2: I finally created a telegram account and it turns out my card was for some reason declined. I have made a 2nd go at this and will let you know once I have any further updates.

Update 3: Turns out the guys on Telegram that run this gig are really great people to work with. I found out the notifications popups were reviews I guess from other people. The bootloader was unlocked in seconds and my SM-G988U1 is now a free bird able to run custom ROMs. Thanks again to the people that do this service allowing us to unlock our otherwise perma locked bootloaders. I'd give them 5/5 for their great attitude, and services rendered.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
There's a separate discord? I messaged, paid, and within a week I had a USB program to get (allows remote flash). In download mode my phone was flashed in like 30 seconds. It's legit. You need to be on a 3.0 firmware though. The bigger issue is going forward for people who lost it on 3.1 and if the current method works there.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] kclubb:
I already downgraded from 3.0 to 2.1 because of plans to flash lineage when it's done. Do you have their discord info so that I can try to ping one of them there?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] mysticjp:
flash 3.0 firmware and yor unlock will be back.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] al50:
I believe someone, such as @elliwigy or other source, needs to confirm this. I'm hearing of being able to flash/Odin back from UI3.1 to UI3.0 to obtain BL unlock and then you can't flash/Odin from 3.1 to 3.0 to achieve BL unlock from a variety of places/sources. Within XDA and outside. Not trying to make confusion or chaotic in here but need clarification is all. Appreciate all the time, dedication and effort you guy's do here...!
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
If you update to 3.1 then it wont register bl unlock but flash back to 3.0 and it will be unlocked again.

That said, you need to flash a safe update i.e. a 3.1 rom that uses 3.0 bootloaders to update and remain unlocked.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] al50:
Thank you for your reply @elliwigy. What about users whom may have purchased a "Stock" S20 that took the UI3.1 update? Will they be able to ODIN back to UI3.0 to obtain BL unlock? That's mainly what I was trying to have established as far as the UI3.1 update/flashback. My apologies for the confusion and questions.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] Jarras:
Curious about this as well. I'm getting my new phone tomorrow and I'm hoping 3.1 won't be installed so I can get it unlocked.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
from what i just learned s20 n20 s21 all incremented the bootloader to 2 and are on 3.1 so id say at this time until we know more do NOT update
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] pro_info:
Hi,

For those who unlocked and rooted their US variant, did any of them manage to modify/delete the warning at boot screen?

Personally, I have the HK version, but the procedure is probably identical to all snapdragon variants.

The solutions I found apply to exynos models that include an up_param partition mapped to sda5, which does not exist on ours.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
US rooted here. I don't think it's possible unless you change the actual image of the boot screen. I remember seeing this for the ultra if I'm not mistaken.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] jkitty916:
Thank You elliwigy! I remember you from wayyy back. I am looking forward to this. You rock!
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
its not possible on snap.. the images are built into the bootloader which u cannot flash a modified bootloader
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
its not possible on snap
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] scepz:
Ahh ok. Thanks for clarifying
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
I've been out of the loop for about 6 years now I'm trying to pay for a note 10 plus bootloader unlock but I'm unsure on the process to get my device id I've tried 4 different 3rd party apps from the play store and they all display a completely different Device Id can anyone point me in the direction?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] JimmyJurner:
Is the s20+ removed from the site? I cant seen to find it.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] vibi789:
so I have a galaxy s20 5g sm-g981u(from att)

once I use your service to unlock the bootloader, would you be able to direct me or help with rooting with magisk? Im not interested in using a custom rom, just need to root with magisk. thank you :)
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
you just patch boot.img then flash it in odin
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
its under s20 devices.. s20 devices = all s20 models
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
okay I just took the plunge yesterday hopefully the payment completely goes through and I get contacted soon.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
order placed 4 days ago around how long should I expect to wait before I'm contacted?

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[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] vibi789:
same, been 5 days for me.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
Just ordered today for my Canadian Variant s20 ultra.. i hope i get contacted soon lol
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
I just got contacted today so I guess it'll just take as long as it needs to take, patience is key
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
Yes, it has been taking longer.

There has been an increase in people getting unlocked and its mainly me working on it. I do have a full time job and work has been crazy busy so during the day I am only able to do unlock stuff here and there between my regular job on breaks and what not.

To top it off a lot of users fail to read the necessary information and FAQs and don't ask when they don't understand something so a lot of the time they don't post their DID (either post phone number, meid, sim card number, nothing at all etc.) which creates more work since I have to reach out to them to get their info. Then some users don't post their tg or discord username so I have to email them and track them down.

Then to top it off Samsung threw in a curveball by incrementing bootloader on s21 and n20 devices and currently rev2 is not supported so before purchasing from source I am having to confirm with each person who got an unlock to see what firmware they are on. I do this since I can fully refund if they end up not being able to unlock vs. if I paid source then found out I would be paying out of pocket to refund lol.

That said, I like to get all orders from the day and send to source at once because its easier to track and reducues taxes/fees.

I have been trying to send the ones I know are good to go to source as they come then those who didnt provide all the info I get to last etc. but it's been difficukt time wise as I typically have muktiple conversations going at once.

I am working on a better form/process to weed out those that cant unlock before they purchase but with time condtraints I havent got it set up yet.

Also, if there is any app developers out there that can help me that would be great. I can pay something or give a free unlock or some sort of deal. App development isn't my cup of tea but would be nice to have an app that can get all the info I need and they can purchase from an app or something. Ideally app can get the DID and check device/firmware version to say if its unlockable then if it is can ourchase from the app which will then send the info to me. That would cut back a lot of time lol.

This is my first time doing this sort of thing so im learning as I go!
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
Take your time ! Anyways it'S a big surprise for me to be able to enventually be able to unlock me device BL. Very happy Guy here :)
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] sharky17:
My phone updated to the latest One U.i 3.1 and security updates. Do I need to downgrade in order to have the unlock done?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
If you can, yes. You should be on 3.0. I think if it upgraded your bootloader you're toast for the unlock though.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
Bootloader unlocked now it's time to really enjoy my note 10 plus

Thanks to the devs that make these exploits possible. I know sammy and other manufacturers makes it so difficult to achieve bootloader unlocks and root lately that the fun days of having a rooted device are almost dead.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] CHINOGAMBINO:
I wanna get bootloader unlock on samsung s20 fe SM-G781u
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
Let's say I unlocked my bootloader and I managed to achieve root but for some reason root isn't all that appealing like it was a few years. Is there a way to revert back to stock?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
Easy, download the stock U1 or U firmware and flash that bootloader and the rest in Odin. You won't bet some functions back though even if you do (like Samsung pay I believe). The unlock only works with the bootloader from pre 3.1 firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
so pretty much download the image from fija and flash that through Odin?

I'm aware I won't get Samsung pay back since once Knox is tripped it stays like that. I just want to know I have options in case do something stupid that leads to soft bricking my note
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
Yeah

So if my S20 ultra is on 3.1 i cannot unlock the boot loader ??
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] rlewis312010:
Does Note 10 have the 3.1 UI update? There's a way regardless bit maybe PM Elliwegy. I believe that was answered. If you updated to 3.1 at first you could flashed back to a 3.0 and your unlock still worked. Talking S20 and older.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] BADDINOROX99:
I'm note sure about note 10 having the 3 1 update I bought my note 10 plus in January 2020 and immediately disabled the system update apps and all bloatware using the ccww app before it was revoked so I'm not even sure how many updates have been sent.i just stuck to the age old rule of modding and software and stuck to the lowest possible firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
seeing as how s20 devices are still rev1 u woukd need to flash a oneui 3.0 firmware first then update without using the BL files from 3.1 to update safely and remain unlocked
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] Epsilahn:
I saw earlier in this thread (or another one) that you're super busy and trying to focus on firmwares that can actually be unlocked. If I haven't heard from you for 7 days, should I just assume I'm out of luck?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
Hi, I just want to be sure, do i have to do something right now before the remote unlock process from you. I don't quite understand what is going on. I'm currently on UI 3.1 on my SM-G988W what is rev1 ?

Best regards,
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] vibi789:
yeah its prob going to be a while. I'm at 10 days and counting.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
best bet is to message me with your order number.. i just got off work and up until today i emailed everyone to confirm they can unlock.. so msg me on tg in the support group or conversat

well that doesnt sound right.. either u posted wrong info when u placed order or u havent responded to my email or request on tg/discord.. best bet is to send me your order number via pm so I can look into it..

If somethimg is off in the order (info u post) and I reach out via email or chat and you dont reply then I assume youre busy and will respond when you can.

Its also indicated if it's been more than 2 days then reach out to me directly to see whats going on if i dont reach out first
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
It depends. S20 midels still on rev1 so if its updated to 3.1 can just flash a 3.0 rom then upgrade safely..

N20 and S21 incremented the bl so cant downgrade to 3.0 rom if they updated.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] chongc1996:
Hey there, the telegram link in the 2nd post doesn't seem to work at the moment, is there an updated group link?
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] vibi789:
All my info is correct including model and DID number as well as my discord information because i copied it straight from discord. I haven't received any friend request on discord. I have received no emails except for my receipt and the next steps email and the email that shows my model and DID number and discord information. I don't know what to tell you, just explaining my experience so far.

lastly, feel free to point out where it is indicated if its been more than 2 days to reach out to you, as I couldn't find that information in any of my emails nor the original post. I may have skimmed past it but I'm not sure.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] juda iskariotsky:
Is it possible to unlock exynos SM-G986B since i have no OEM unlock option?

Im desperate :(
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] Epsilahn:
Unless I am mistaken, S20 Exynos is unlockable with exactly that OEM unlock option, it just takes 7 or 14 days to appear after the phone is first started up. So if it's brand new, wait a few days, possibly.

Thanks Elliwigy.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] Maksim78:
You cannot downgrade from latest DUC1 anymore. The latest you can downgrade from 3.1 to 3.0 is DUB5. Unless vbmeta will be patched for 3.1 - we are all screwed now. Now I have a tripped knox phone without root :(
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] juda iskariotsky:
its been 16 days and still no OEM unlock :(

Thanks though
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] elliwigy:
If you are qaiting for an unlock and paid already shoot me a message on Telegram.. you can find me by @elliwigy. I likely already have your unlock just havent caught up yet (plan to this weekend).

Also if you havent already, when you do message me be sure to include a screenshot of settings > about phone > software information.

N20 and S20 models if on rev2 update then cannot currently unlock and I will issue a full refund.

If on S20 device with OneUI 3.1 currently is still rev1 so will just need to flash an older firmware to unlock then can use a "safe" upgrade method to upgrade to 3.1 and remain unlocked.

I am currently working on a form (its just about ready) that will help streamline the process a lot so hopefully after this weekend there won't be anymore long delays.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
So how can i downgrade to 3.0 UI if my bootloader is not unlock yet? I dont understand how can i do that ? Is this possible? Do you have a tutorial somewhere explaining how to flash older firmware on a snapdragon s20 ultra with the bootloader locked ?

I mean i know how to flash with odin but is it risky to downgrade with odin?

Best regards.
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
I've made thé downgrade to ui 3.0 @elliwigy

I'm for you on discord or telegram

Regards
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] wizpsycho:
@elliwigy unlocked my Canadian Varian SM-G988W tonight. I was on 3.1 UI i downgraded with odin with the first update android 11 firmware of my model (TLS telus). When I was back with UI 3.0 ... Elliwigy reach me on Discord and i've just flash the file with odin and Ta-Dha.. bootloader unlocked lol

Thanks man.

Regards,
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] bluechipps:
@elliwigy I would really appreciate a response to my emails regarding the status of my order. It has been over 2 days and I have only simply been asking for status, I will happily wait a week for service if needed... but just need to know whether or not you will be refunding or unlocking. Either option works for me, all I ask is to know which one please! Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra Guides, News] Maksim78:
DO NOT UPGRADE TO DUC1 FW! This latest firmware has an updated BL and you cannot roll back to UI 3.0 anymore. I learned my lesson the hard way