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[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
{Mod edit: Quoted post has been deleted}

You quoted me and you are saying general question!

I cant see you provided any benefits to this community but long conversations full of junk.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] SErooted:
I must have missed the part where I "quoted you" that requires an excerpt of your reply, which I have not done. And yet again, you haven't contributed any good response as to my question. as to why people are charging for this.

as i could see from the website for the unlock, it seems to be nothing more than the same thing htc did with their token identifier which allowed bootloader unlock of your device. So when i ask a question as to why something similiar is being a charged item. even phone manufacturers allowed it at one time without charging. same principle
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
It is NOT the same principle. You're talking about two totally different manufacturers and situations.

HTC didn't allow ALL devices to be unlocked, and neither does Samsung. You have the option of buying a device that's user-unlockable. If you choose to use a model that's not user-unlockable, then don't expect it to be the same procedure as one that is
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] SErooted:
Finally, I can respond to your feedback.

I understand what you are saying. however it doesn't seem to be that there is any special hardware required. I admit I do not know their full process, but to me, it looks nothing different that an htc token identifier that allows bootloader unlock. If this is the case with this, I don't see a value in paying for it when a manufacturer had the same service offered for free.

And as i mentioned, I have been out of the modding game for a while, a little too long i think, and am just trying to understand some devs perspective as to why things that used to be readably available to us through contribution and a donation have turned into a "must pay" thing.

Edit: Just saw your reply to my last response. It may not be the same and i can accept that. but the concept to me is the same, as in, token identifier. And yes you are correct, not every device is unlockable, i use HTC as an example as i never had a device that i couldn't bootloader unlock. I was always able to obtain a token identifier for mine.

I had luck with some none US branded Sony Phones Experia and Ion. my moto x was also easily bootloader unlockable and did not require a service or fee. My note 8 is bootloader unlockable and rootable with out much issue and also free. I am really just trying to understand why resources that we used to offer eachother is a paid cost now.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
1. "Parts" doesn't have to mean hardware. Software files can cost money too

2. Samsung has NEVER offered "the same service" for free. Samsung offers free unlocks on its models which are user-unlockable, and not at all on the models which aren't.

3. Yes, the XDA community has benefited greatly in the past from a lot of hard work by developers. It wasn't free for the developers though - it cost them lots of time and effort. And it was their decision to offer their work for free. No one is obligated to offer anything for free. And if the only way to do it is to rely on an inside source at Samsung to get a unique file for each device, you can't expect the developer to give it away for free, if their source is charging them per file.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I dont have a website
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] TNSMANI:
MOD ANNOUNCEMENT:

Guys, there is enough off topic discussions in the thread. Please stop them and remember that you are in the Paid Software forum where paid apps are posted. This is not the place to have a discussion on why apps/services are paid for.

If you want to have such a discussion, please post a thread in the appropriate forum. Any further off topic posts in this thread will be deleted.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jokono421:
Hello, this thread is amazing. Do you plan on creating one for Samsung Flip 3? Also I thought Xfinity phones can be bootloader unlocked after 60days, and fully paid .
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Hello, Fold3/Flip3 still not confirmed.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
You're probably thinking of SIM unlock. Payment status has never had anything to do with bootloader unlock. For models which are user-unlockable, Samsung doesn't care if they're paid off or not. But Xfinity phones (just like all other US models for the past 6 years) are not user-unlockable
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] txb142:
Fair price, quick delivery, and very helpful. Thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jokono421:
Just got today ready to play!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jokono421:
U are wrong sit down. Takes 5 min on phone already achieved n proven on other xfinity phones. Srr not Sim unlock bootloader.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
SIM unlocking an Xfinity phone does not magically make it bootloader-unlockable
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] taysandman:
Go? Or no go with Note 8? SM-N950U
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
not supported
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] taysandman:
Ok. :( Looks like it'll be forever on Samfail A7 security 11/17. I thank you for N8 SafeStrap - still using.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jokono421:
when u win an argument
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
No ETA lol

It happens when it happen.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iceplainsdweller:
@afaneh92,

Since unlocking of V5 bootloader on S10 (Snapdragon, Canada) is not yet possible, I'm wondering if there is an indirect path to get what I need.

Note: I'm not interested in preserving Knox or warranty; I am intending to eventually flash Lineage OS and root the phone.

It is my understanding that some other markets also use Snapdragon but do not lock the bootloader (China/Hong Kong?). Could there be a path to first flash one of those firmwares, followed by OEM unlock then the firmware of my choosing?

I have tried this with several firmwares but Odin could not flash any of them due to the locked bootloader. I am hoping I only downloaded the wrong fw and it may still be possible.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Then buy HK device because its not possible to flash the firmware.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Ryan.XM:
My model its SM-A32B/DS it say OEM unlock available

Can be unlock bootloader?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You already have oem unlock toggle, unless you have kg status lock then I cant help you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mr_reaper:
how about SM-A215U or SM-A115U
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
SM-A115U can be unlocked using U1 firmware

SM-A215U can be unlocked on v2 bootloader using the paid service
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] shred1:
Is SM-G998U1 available for boot unlock?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
On bootloader 1, yes
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Ryan.XM:
I have oem unlock toggle here. Maybe enjoying this stock rom without anything tweak. Waiting custom rom arrived. 👍
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Then its not the right thread to discuss your needs.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] DonJulio999:
just want to give a big shout out to afaneh92 and his source for unlocking the bootloader on my note 20 :)

thank you for all your hard work!

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[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ciscogee:
Hello, been scanning pages...

I have sm-n960u1 with these build numbers

Possible to unlock bootloader through you?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Sorry, note 9 can be unlocked on v7 or below bootloader
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ciscogee:
Darnnit! Suspected so, came across thread waay too late :(
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
how much for a g960u samsung s9 plus?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
55USD for 9 series
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
That's too expensive.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I think its too cheap
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mikelikesbikes:
I'm still holding onto the hope my S20+ will be able to be unlocked.. What is being charged for my device is totally worth it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elesbb:
Have an S20+ on the below software information, from my understanding, this should be able to be
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mikelikesbikes:
Yes. Lucky. I believe yours is unlockable. You were smart and didn't update. Once I realized this was an option it was too late for me. I had updated past the point of no return.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
what is the point of no return? will oneui2, android 10, work?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] darkherman:
A10E support
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
If device on bootloader version that can be same or lower than any firmware with February 2021 security update, then its unlockable.

Special case is A32 5G that can be unlocked on June 2021 or below.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes its unlockable
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elesbb:
Do you know the price off the top of your head?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] danbest82:
S20 series is 75usd if I'm not mistaken
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] danbest82:
My S10+ was 65 to unlock. The other service wanted 110 to unlock. 🤷🏻‍♂️
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes its 75USD, contact me if intersted
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
you know what, if this is the only real option, with all it unlocks, it is worth it. even if only just worth it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You can go for sampwnd.com but not sure about the price you will get it there
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
On v9 bootloader or below
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] skydtlee:
Hello. Is it possible to lock the bootloader again so the warning message doesn't appear when the phone is booted? I'm trying to trade in my A71 5G Tmo, and it looks like they won't take it if the warning message is displayed.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes you can, by zero steady partition or update to newer bootloader, you need to flash stock firmware anyway.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] skydtlee:
Awesome. I'll odin a new stock firmware. Thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
In first solution you can unlock it again, but not on the other one. Good luck.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] skydtlee:
Thank you so much.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] doomddtb:
Looking to have bootloader unlock on model:

SM-G960U1 - Samsung Galaxy S9 Unlocked

One UI version: 2.5

Android version: 10

Security software version: SMR Aug-2021 Release 1

Do I still have to reset to factory settings before unlock procedure? I think I read earlier in thread that you must have older security software version from before January.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elesbb:
Awesome. Will be reaching out shortly.

Just one question, after I unlock through you, am I able to reflash the SAME version back on if I wanna revert to stock (ie I debloated too much or something) and still retain the unlock?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes need to flash feb security update, contact me for more info.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes you can
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] RedHatter271:
Can you unlock the Z Flip 3?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gserp4sox:
Any idea when?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] doomddtb:
Thank you for your help with unlocking my S9!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] emilienicole:
Works! So relieved! Thank you so much for your help today.

To anyone hesitant, this works. Worth the money happy I did it. :)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] shpitz461:
Is there a way to tell in advance if i'll be able to unlock an 988U1 (S20 Ultra) or 998U1 (S21 Ultra) prior to purchasing from Swappa? What should I ask the seller about prior to purchasing?

Thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
If you can you should get g9880 (Chinese) rather than g988u (usa)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
bootloader version must be 1 for both, 5th character from the right on build number.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] shpitz461:
Do they have the same/similar band coverage?

The G988B international is missing some bands used in the US.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] shpitz461:
Is the BL version listed anywhere in settings? If not, what do I ask the seller to do in order to find the BL version?

Thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
Any respectable cell service will give you the band's you need, if you need 5g rather than lte they should provide it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Settings > about phone > software info

Take screen shot and see the 5th character from the right on build number
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kiz13:
Hi can we downgrade from V4 build to V1 by flashing for a galaxy s21 and then root thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
No
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
Will Samsung let you flash old software?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
On same bootloader version yes
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
Can I flash bootloader version 1 onto bootloader version 3?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You are spamming the thread, I said same version. How I can explain it more clear.

You have any questions send me a PM.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ChainSword20000:
Ok

Ok
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Steelplate:
Gotta get root for n986u1. All phones since my note3 have been rooted. Now that v2 bootloader is locked, is there a realistic chance that an unlocker will be developed? Is it just a matter of time where a solution is figured out?

Your effort is much appreciated
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jgk589285:
Firmware N970U1UEU6FUC6, 6 bootloader suitable for unlocking Note 10? There is an inaccuracy in the description on the site.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
still working on it. no ETA.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
only v5 or below. and I dont have a site, unlocks goes throw PM.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] sanjsrik:
Why is the only option a non-refundable PAID service for unlocking the bootloader?

I thought the point of XDA was members publishing methods for doing this kind of thing? I've been an XDA member for years and this is the first time I've seen a thread like this where it's a paid service.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] MrNegative370:
Its a in-demand service that has had hours of research and troubleshooting. Why wouldnt it cost something? Took effort to produce.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] sanjsrik:
Lol, okay. 99.99% of the stuff on xda is about community effort. What a shame.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Thebacklash:
Samsung screwed over US phone buyers by locking the phone down like they did.

The unlock costs money, cause they people unlocking the phones here... PAY to get the unique code to then SELL to you. Again due to Samsung.

Yes it's BS. But it's Samsung's fault we have to go down that path, not the two doing the unlocks for us.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Because people dont read.

The point of xda to publish methods? I cant publish something I dont know how it done.

If you know. then you publish it for us.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Steelplate:
I'm reluctantly moving from a rooted Note 4 to an unrooted Note 20 because my carrier will not support the Note 4 any longer. I far prefer the rooted Note 4

Apparently, the members who are offering the root service have to pay for the unique codes from an anonymous source

I am happy to pay, and would be extremely grateful, for the effort of a gamer who can provide root service. XDA has provided numerous solutions for me thru the years
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Jonathanpeyton:
Yeah it's a different place around here sanjsrik
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] futiless:
Looking at a Samsung S21 Ultra 5G. Before purchase can I use American snapdragon with this service to get equivalent bootloader unlock status to the Exenyos model? Thank you just need an update with 2021 protocol. Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Can be unlocked with v1 bootloader only, the 5th character from the right on build number.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] theoneslr:
Have S20+ with this information.

Can I get root?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
V2 is not unlockable yet.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] theoneslr:
Okay, Thank you for the reply and keep up the great work!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Thebacklash:
Just a thought, in your 2nd post with the list of supported devices.. think you can list the current versions next to those phones you *can* unlock?

Might make it easier for everyone to check themselves and not have to bother you as much.

I may be picking up a used Note10+, I think it's the same as the S10+ at no greater than v5?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] futiless:
Excellent for perfect clarification, What is expected at the 5th character for a v1 ... A 1 I assume?

Also btw, is there an "active list" that indicates all the various handsets and the necessary versions/indicators to use your service ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Will do, S10+ can be unlocked on v4 or below.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Andrew x3:
Spoiler content hidden.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcarter3729:
I have a S20 Ultra, can my phone be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes on v1 bootloader. 5th character from the right on build number should be 1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcarter3729:
Damn unfortunately mines is a 2 😩
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcarter3729:
I also wanted to know how do you stop a update on your phone?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Disable auto update from dev options. Then type the following in cmd/terminal while usb debugging on:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.sec.android.soagent

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.wssyncmldm

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.samsung.sdm

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.samsung.sdm.sdmviewer

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.ws.dm

Ignore the error out if package doesn't exist.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mikelikesbikes:
I followed these instructions and it worked perfectly for me. No more update notifications. I made the same mistake and updated past the point of no return not knowing unlocking the bootloader on a snapdragon Samsung was possible. Still holding onto hope a method becomes available in the future.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcarter3729:
Awesome, thanks for the help 👍🏾
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] tmittelstaedt:
I have a SM-G960U with a One Ui version 2.0 on it and Android Security Patch May 1 2020 on it

I know it can be unlocked with the unlocker here but what I can't find out is any information on rooting, or custom roms or TWRP. There's a thread here for TWRP for the 960 international version but no info on whether this will load on this phone

https://xdaforums.com/t/official-twrp-sm-g9600-starqlte-chn.3803297/

I have 3 questions, really:

1) Has anyone loaded this version of TWRP on the G960U?

2) Can I upgrade to the latest Android version on this phone from Verizon after unlocking the bootloader and will the phone stay unlocked even if a newer bootloader is installed during this upgrade?

3) Can I root this phone if there's no custom roms for it and no TWRP for it? Will Magisk work on it with the stock loader if it's unlocked?

All I really want is either an up to date custom rom, or the OEM rom with all security patches applied, and root on it so I can run apps that need root. There's a TON of roms and data and so on out there for the -international- 960 but practically nothing for the 960U

Thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
1- All G960U/U1W/0 devices are identical, what custom file works on one works on the others.

I have my own twrp too.

2- you can update bootloader to February 2021 update, after unlock you can flash latest v9 firmware + February 2021 BL from v9

3- Yes you can root with magisk on stock
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] TimmyP:
I gotta vouch for these guys. I had a strange flash user error where I ended up rooted with no working camera. The guy got on teamviewer to help reflash properly and fix it. They are good workers and provide excellent service!

Thanks again!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] bamaredwingsfan:
Question, my device is a Samsung A71 5G TMobile version. In my baseband 5th number from the right is a 5. Is that past the point of no return?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Yes you cant downgrade and unlock.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] bamaredwingsfan:
That's what I was afraid of, thanks for your response
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Agent_Galactic:
Device - SM-G998U

Baseband - G998USQS4AUIG

Is it possible to downgrade my bootloader?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
no
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Agent_Galactic:
And my bootloader version is unable to unlock, correct?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
only v1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] weutologie:
Hello i have a note 9 n960U. How can i unlock the bootloader?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Can be unlocked on v7 bootloader or below , contact me if meet the requirements.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] mininewzea:
Hello,

I have a S20 5G G981U1 Baseband - G981U1UES2DUH2.

Is that possible to unlock the bootloader?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
v2 is not unlockable yet
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] johninsf:
EDIT: I see the above response re: v7 bootloader. Looks like I have v9. Anybody need a perfect condition Note9 with Dex? :)

________

Hello - I was told that my carrier unlocked Note9 N960U1 One UI 2.5 with August 2021 security patch cannot be unlocked and that the Feb 2021 security patch was the last that allowed unlocking? Could you provide any additional details on whether this is possible? I would love to use your service.

Thanks in advance.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
As you said. If there any updates will let you know.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Droid9684:
@afaneh92 can this be unlocked? G986U1UES2DUI5 .... Otherwise having trouble finding an unlockable SM-G986U / U1 device without having to purchase first. Sellers won't give me baseband version on Ebay.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Update just released yesterday and you updated lol

No v2 cant be unlocked yet.