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Verizon Moto G Unlock Bootloader / Root?

Does anyone know if the Verizon version of the Moto G can be easily unlocked and rooted like the GSM version? Knowing Verizon's track record with locked down devices I wouldn't be surprised if it can't be unlocked. I'm thinking about buying one as a wifi/media device for my car, but I'd also like to play around with dev on it so a non-unlockable bootloader would be a deal breaker.

detonation said:
Does anyone know if the Verizon version of the Moto G can be easily unlocked and rooted like the GSM version? Knowing Verizon's track record with locking down devices I wouldn't be surprised if it is locked. I'm thinking about buying one as a wifi/media device for my car, but I'd also like to play around with dev on it so a locked bootloader would be a deal breaker.
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Just to be clear, *all* Moto Gs (GSM) ship with locked bootloaders, even if you buy one that is factory SIM-unlocked, but Motorola offers a way to unlock the bootloader on the phone (for free) via their web site after you register it and request an unlock code. In the U.S., doing so voids your hardware warranty.
So the question isn't whether or not the Verizon model will have a locked bootloader or not. It surely will, as they all do. The question is whether Motorola's on-line bootloader unlocker will work with Verizon-branded CDMA model or not. And at this point, given that it hasn't been released yet and nobody has one, how is anybody supposed to answer that question?
-- Nathan

nlra said:
Just to be clear, *all* Moto Gs (GSM) ship with locked bootloaders, even if you buy one that is factory SIM-unlocked, but Motorola offers a way to unlock the bootloader on the phone (for free) via their web site after you register it and request an unlock code. In the U.S., doing so voids your hardware warranty.
So the question isn't whether or not the Verizon model will have a locked bootloader or not. It surely will, as they all do. The question is whether Motorola's on-line bootloader unlocker will work with Verizon-branded CDMA model or not. And at this point, given that it hasn't been released yet and nobody has one, how is anybody supposed to answer that question?
-- Nathan
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It's actually available in some Best Buys right now and I think I've seen a few people say they've picked one up. I also updated the OP to use the right terminology though I'm sure everyone knew what I meant anyway.

detonation said:
It's actually available in some Best Buys right now and I think I've seen a few people say they've picked one up. I also updated the OP to use the right terminology though I'm sure everyone knew what I meant anyway.
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I was able to purchase one last night at my local Best Buy after proving to them that they were in fact somewhere in the store, and waiting for them to call their Verizon rep, I just attempted the bootloader unlock on the Motorola Developer (official bootloader unlock) and I can confirm that it is not eligible for unlock at this time. Huge letdown for me as I was gonna get one for myself soon, but the wife won't really care about it being unlocked so for her it's still a good deal.

I purchased the moto G today and it says it is not eligible for bootloader unlock.
I was able to get past the activation screen and not activate it.
Every time I turn the phone on it does ask for activation. Wish I could get rid of this...
Anybody have a way to unlock the bootloader on the Verizon version?

I am waiting for unlock and root for VZW version too before I get it

Moto-G bootloader...
I was fat and happy to buy a pair of these when they became available in my area, but not being able to unlock the bootloader, and also not able to obtain the code from Circle-M, has forced us to begin looking at other devices, and forget the 'G'.
Too bad, I was really looking forward to expanding its horizons, but not if the game is to maintain a lock on my own device, no thank you!

Moto G 》VZW 》Get past the activation screen
MustangChris04 said:
I purchased the moto G today and it says it is not eligible for bootloader unlock.
I was able to get past the activation screen and not activate it.
Every time I turn the phone on it does ask for activation. Wish I could get rid of this...
Anybody have a way to unlock the bootloader on the Verizon version?
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How did get past the activation screen? Trying to use the moto g as a wifi/media only device. TIA

I got the US CDMA version for BoostMobile & had it unlocked 'n rooted w/in minutes of unboxing yesterday.
You sure you're entering the serial # correctly?
(I didn't take out all of the spaces the first time and got denied, then fixed it & unlocked)
Good luck!

kr338r said:
I got the US CDMA version for BoostMobile & had it unlocked 'n rooted w/in minutes of unboxing yesterday.
You sure you're entering the serial # correctly?
(I didn't take out all of the spaces the first time and got denied, then fixed it & unlocked)
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I thought BoostMobile runs on Sprint's network?

there is no boost version that I'm aware of..
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

motrinHD said:
there is no boost version that I'm aware of..
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Wait, but there is more...
http://www.hsn.com/products/motorola-moto-g-45-quad-core-no-contract-smartphone/7347964

So I'm very seriously thinking of getting one
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk

So this may be a dumb question, but would it be possible to unlock the bootloader of a Boost Moto G and flash it to Verizon?

S_transform said:
So this may be a dumb question, but would it be possible to unlock the bootloader of a Boost Moto G and flash it to Verizon?
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I believe you can't flash a Boost CDMA phone and use it on Verizon (and vice versa): CDMA phones don't have SIM card to identify carriers; instead the carriers keep a database of admissable IMEI. Boost IMEI obviously not on Verizon's database, in which case you are stuck.
(Feel free to correct me, but please hold your flame )

kr338r said:
I got the US CDMA version for BoostMobile & had it unlocked 'n rooted w/in minutes of unboxing yesterday.
You sure you're entering the serial # correctly?
(I didn't take out all of the spaces the first time and got denied, then fixed it & unlocked)
Good luck!
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Can anyone with the Verizon version confirm that this works?

Just attempted to on a VZW MotoG with no success.

Well thats a bummer. I tried to unlock it but seem to have problems with the fastboot drivers on my pc. Ill mess with it a little bit later and post the results.

koebrah said:
How did get past the activation screen? Trying to use the moto g as a wifi/media only device. TIA
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You have to activate it and get a phone number to get past that screen. You dont have to pay anything, just select "pay later" both time it asks you. It'll give you a number and then you can connect to wifi to do the rest of the steps.
Altering the setup app in any way thereafter reboots the phone, so you'll always have the activate app in your drawer. Thanks, Verizon.

Verizon is ONE BIG PILE Horse-Chit.. I hate that company with a passion...
So I moved my Family to T-Mo and bought 2 Nexus 5's and 2 Moto G's!
I will NEVER-EVER go back to Verizon... EVER!
They are the most archaic, backward and Xpensive carrier in North America
Pleas do yourself a favor and leave that - HORRIBLE effin COMPANY
P.S. I REPEAT - I will NEVER-EVER go back to Verizon... EVER
Visit this site and read the horror stories: http://verizarape.com/

What is an att variant?

Hello. I'm new to XDA and have a question about ATT variants. I have a Moto G7 Power and am interested in rooting it, etc. Over at the Lineage OS 16.0 page it says "we can't support the Verizon and AT&T variants." I'm not sure what this means. I'm using Consumer Cellular for a service which uses the att network. So, am I using an att variant? If so, then it appears I'm SOL for using Lineage OS, but maybe there are possibilities I've yet to find. Thanks for reading this.

What's the full model number?
What is the software channel (settings—>about phone)?
Is it branded or purchased from a carrier?

geckobob said:
Hello. I'm new to XDA and have a question about ATT variants. I have a Moto G7 Power and am interested in rooting it, etc. Over at the Lineage OS 16.0 page it says "we can't support the Verizon and AT&T variants." I'm not sure what this means. I'm using Consumer Cellular for a service which uses the att network. So, am I using an att variant? If so, then it appears I'm SOL for using Lineage OS, but maybe there are possibilities I've yet to find. Thanks for reading this.
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If you bought the phone from AT&T or Verizon the bootloader cannot be unlocked.

ST Dog said:
What's the full model number?
What is the software channel (settings—>about phone)?
Is it branded or purchased from a carrier?
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Thanks for the reply, and sorry for the delay. The model number is XT1995-5 bought from Consumer Cellular. As for branded, I don't know. More, I have no idea if the phone is locked or not.

So you have the CC variant.
Not AT&T (Cricket) or Verizon.
Not sure about unlocking the bootloader. I don't recall anyone saying one way or the other. All you can do is try.

geckobob said:
Thanks for the reply, and sorry for the delay. The model number is XT1995-5 bought from Consumer Cellular. As for branded, I don't know. More, I have no idea if the phone is locked or not.
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First thing is go to
Settings/about phone
Tap on build number, untill you see
You are now a developer. (Or something like that)
Go back to settings
Settings/system/advanced/developer options
Find OEM unlocking
Toggle switch to on, if it's greyed out phone cannot be unlocked.
Next you will need
A PC or Mac
Motorola USB drivers if using Windows
adb/fastboot files and some understanding how to use them
Go to Motorola's unlocking page
General Motorola links in my
Moto Drivers, Firmware, RSD Lite, and other Unbricking Tools

geckobob said:
Thanks for the reply, and sorry for the delay. The model number is XT1995-5 bought from Consumer Cellular. As for branded, I don't know. More, I have no idea if the phone is locked or not.
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Might be worth asking CC, since they use AT&T's network.

sbs8331 said:
Might be worth asking CC, since they use AT&T's network.
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CC had a different software channel.
The phone is the same, supports all US carriers, just different software with different bundled apps.
But there are in Motorola's database based on that so CC determines whether the bootloader can be unlocked.
We know AT&T and Verizon block that on their devices (AT&T channel devices sold by Cricket).
But I doubt CC support will help. Just have to try it. Submit the code from the phone on Motorola's page and see what they say.

sd_shadow said:
First thing is go to
Settings/about phone
Tap on build number, untill you see
You are now a developer. (Or something like that)
Go back to settings
Settings/system/advanced/developer options
Find OEM unlocking
Toggle switch to on, if it's greyed out phone cannot be unlocked.
Next you will need
A PC or Mac
Motorola USB drivers if using Windows
adb/fastboot files and some understanding how to use them
Go to Motorola's unlocking page
General Motorola links in my
Moto Drivers, Firmware, RSD Lite, and other Unbricking Tools
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Thanks so much for the help. And the bootloader can be unlocked. Now I have some homework to catch up on.

Help, Tmobile carrier lock, "invalid imei"

Hello,.
I bought a phone, 8t plus (tmobile version). when i try to check imei status it says invalid imei... it came with a deactivated sim card.
i tried paying three different unlock site services for the t-mobile unlock app. but they keep returning to me saying that they could not find the imei or its invalid.
I'm in a real pinch here, I love this phone, what are my options? is there some way to force unlock it with a different firmware or something like this? maybe you've got a clue why my imei doesn't show up anywhere?
many thanks

If it's bought from eBay, you're SOL - invalid IMEI is invalid IMEI. You will want to refund it and buy the virgin OnePlus 8T to ensure you don't run into problem.
It will be tough to remove the IMEI from the blacklist, as it's usually death sentence for that ID number, not to mention it's illegal to mess with it.
Especially for this reason, I don't buy used phone anymore unless it won't see network service (usually as a Linux hacking plaything), and I mainly buy new phones ever since to guarantee that I don't run into any problems.
Sent from my OnePlus 8T using Tapatalk

it doesnt give any error, through the tmobile unlock app it says "not eligible" which all unlock sites say that's what you want to get..
THEY say that they cant find the imei anywhere and that maybe I gave them invalid imei, but I'm sure I did not... this happened with more than 1 service site. any clues? i don't want to return it unless absolutely neccessary

Alright, double check your IMEI to ensure you don't make any mistake. There are three ways to check the IMEI, of course; 1. dial *#06#, browse into Settings, and go through "About phone", and 2. touch "Network Status" if the IMEI is not shown or 3. reboot your phone into Fastboot and scroll the UEFI Fastboot bootloader option down to "Show barcodes". It's easy to make mistakes with long numbers like IMEI - had to triple check mine before submitting the application for the bootloader unlock token.
Sent from my OnePlus 8T using Tapatalk

I checked, the imei i gave them was the correct one, I wish that was the problem. how can an imei be invalid (not blocked/blacklisted)?isn't there any way to flash something on the phone to sim ulock it? thanks

even services that CHECK if its blacklisted doesnt work with phones IMEI. what is going on here?! thanks

This phone is not blocked—it’s ready to use on the T-Mobile network.
Device Name Not Available
IMEI: *****************
that's what the unlock service site sent me, they said that is the reply they received..

Alright, if you have Straight Talk or maybe a T-Mobile SIM, test it to make sure it's alive.
Sent from my OnePlus 8T using Tapatalk

You have to have it so long before T-Mo will unlock the device.

Three days minimum if I recall. I had mine unlocked in a week after the purchase, and only have unlocked its UEFI bootloader a few days ago once the LineageOS 18 ROM matured just enough for my liking. Otherwise it's a 40 days wait.
Sent from my OnePlus 8T using Tapatalk

Proneous said:
Hello,.
I bought a phone, 8t plus (tmobile version). when i try to check imei status it says invalid imei... it came with a deactivated sim card.
i tried paying three different unlock site services for the t-mobile unlock app. but they keep returning to me saying that they could not find the imei or its invalid.
I'm in a real pinch here, I love this phone, what are my options? is there some way to force unlock it with a different firmware or something like this? maybe you've got a clue why my imei doesn't show up anywhere?
many thanks
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Hey there!
can you PM me a screen shot of your IMEI, please? I really want to look in this. I have a oneplus 8t. Thanks.

​I am outside of the usa at the moment so the T-Mobile SIM card that came with the phone is unable to activate... I'm starting to wonder if that's the only problem
I have found a rather expensive service provider that has full confidence that he can unlock my phone. Will update you further when I have more details.
Is it safe giving my imei to other forum members? can it be used for malicious activity?
Many thanks.

Alrighty, keep us posted.
Sent from my OnePlus 8T using Tapatalk

try this https://www.oneplus.com/unlock_token
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Why did you buy a t-mobile phone if you're outside of the usa?

Proneous said:
This phone is not blocked—it’s ready to use on the T-Mobile network.
Device Name Not Available
IMEI: *****************
that's what the unlock service site sent me, they said that is the reply they received..
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Then use it on TMobile for minimum 3days then unlock it via tforce on facebook or twitter T-Mobile help. But this requires you to have TMobile service. That's the only way you will unlock that phone those unlocking site aren't connected to get the 8t from T-Mobile unlocked that's mainly for samsung devices trust me I run a repair shop and use the unlocking sites. If you can't get TMobile service then you best bet is to return the device if you can't return your SOL until a simunlock bypass come

I'm not from the USA . Anyone got suggestion how to get it activated ? Thanks

Hey friends!
i've promised to update as it unfolds, day before I was supposed to return phone I got it unlocked by a vendor claiming he is working with T-Mobile directly or something like this, and said he can do it although not cheaply.
That guy had a handful of troubles to deal with me as I put him on a timeline, and not only that, bombarded him with conflicting messages before I decided to actually use his service. he was extremely polite and understanding.
may I recommend an ebay vendor here? if yes I will put a link to his store.
thanks!

Proneous said:
Hey friends!
i've promised to update as it unfolds, day before I was supposed to return phone I got it unlocked by a vendor claiming he is working with T-Mobile directly or something like this, and said he can do it although not cheaply.
That guy had a handful of troubles to deal with me as I put him on a timeline, and not only that, bombarded him with conflicting messages before I decided to actually use his service. he was extremely polite and understanding.
may I recommend an ebay vendor here? if yes I will put a link to his store.
thanks!
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Sounds like you purposely bought a phone that was either lost or stolen in the US and was sold to an overseas buyer because the blacklist on devices from US and Canadian carriers does not extend outside of the US and Canada.

jcsww said:
Sounds like you purposely bought a phone that was either lost or stolen in the US and was sold to an overseas buyer because the blacklist on devices from US and Canadian carriers does not extend outside of the US and Canada.
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Sounds like you're trying to be holier than thou.
I bought it unbeknownst whether it's blacklisted or not. It was brand new and price was great. Where's the problem? Why should I care where it comes from if it works?

Proneous said:
Sounds like you're trying to be holier than thou.
I bought it unbeknownst whether it's blacklisted or not. It was brand new and price was great. Where's the problem? Why should I care where it comes from if it works?
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It is more of a buyer beware statement about buying cheap devices from other countries.

Any way to carrier unlock the Sprint version?

Hello all,
I'm looking to buy a V50 on eBay since it looks like we're getting some good development here, but I am unsure if I should buy one that specifically states it's carrier unlocked or just the Sprint version. Is there a way to carrier unlock this phone?
Thanks in advance.

TPMJB said:
Hello all,
I'm looking to buy a V50 on eBay since it looks like we're getting some good development here, but I am unsure if I should buy one that specifically states it's carrier unlocked or just the Sprint version. Is there a way to carrier unlock this phone?
Thanks in advance.
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On ebay,there are a few sellers that selling Sprint unlocked V50.
Mine is from one of them,unlocked,seemed to be all new,as the seller advertised it as new,open box.
It came with original box and all the original stuff inside.
The box was not sealed of course,because as he stated,these boxes were opened in order to carrier unlock them.
After more than 6 months,mine is working without any issue,just without the ability to connect to 5g because i live in Europe,and Sprint's firmware support different 5g bands.
If you want pm me and i can give you the name of the seller i bought mine from.
Also i forgot to mention,that despite the fact that there is the Sprint firmware,you can get every single update from LG.
I bought it with android 9,and right away after i set it up,it started downloading all the follow updates and android 10 of course.

granazias said:
On ebay,there are a few sellers that selling Sprint unlocked V50.
Mine is from one of them,unlocked,seemed to be all new,as the seller advertised it as new,open box.
It came with original box and all the original stuff inside.
The box was not sealed of course,because as he stated,these boxes were opened in order to carrier unlock them.
After more than 6 months,mine is working without any issue,just without the ability to connect to 5g because i live in Europe,and Sprint's firmware support different 5g bands.
If you want pm me and i can give you the name of the seller i bought mine from.
Also i forgot to mention,that despite the fact that there is the Sprint firmware,you can get every single update from LG.
I bought it with android 9,and right away after i set it up,it started downloading all the follow updates and android 10 of course.
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I mean, main reason I want V50 is to install custom firmware. I'm currently on V30. Also, phones I'm lookin at are $130-170

TPMJB said:
I mean, main reason I want V50 is to install custom firmware. I'm currently on V30. Also, phones I'm lookin at are $130-170
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Oh sorry i didn't exactly understand that.
I am not personally interested in rooting my V50,so i am not able to help with this part.
Maybe someone else who reads your post can help.

granazias said:
Oh sorry i didn't exactly understand that.
I am not personally interested in rooting my V50,so i am not able to help with this part.
Maybe someone else who reads your post can help.
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No worries. Wish we could root the V60 because that phone is like $20 more. I only use rooted phones.

Question App says unlocked, phone stays locked

Had a hell of a time speaking with T-Mobile representatives these last couple of days. Everyone has a different opinion on what I need to do to unlock my S22 Ultra. Just today a guy recommended I download the T-Mobile Device Unlock app off the Play store and it said the following:
"Your device is currently permantently unlocked and allowed to be used with any carrier. Restart your device to apply these changes if your device was previously locked." Yet I do that and it remains locked.
Anyone else had this experience? Not sure what I can do short of returning it.

DJRepresent said:
Had a hell of a time speaking with T-Mobile representatives these last couple of days. Everyone has a different opinion on what I need to do to unlock my S22 Ultra. Just today a guy recommended I download the T-Mobile Device Unlock app off the Play store and it said the following:
"Your device is currently permantently unlocked and allowed to be used with any carrier. Restart your device to apply these changes if your device was previously locked." Yet I do that and it remains locked.
Anyone else had this experience? Not sure what I can do short of returning it.
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If you're talking about OEM Unlocking, that is completely separate from carrier lock, and there's little the carrier can do about it.

The device is networked locked to T-Mobile.

DJRepresent said:
The device is networked locked to T-Mobile.
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Are you the original owner?
Has the phone been paid off?
Are you currently running T-Mobile firmware?

KOLIOSIS said:
Are you the original owner?
Has the phone been paid off?
Are you currently running T-Mobile firmware?
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No, I'm not. There was apparently someone before me. The phone is paid off and I do believe there isn't any custom firmware on it and I went through a series of updates since getting the phone.

If this indeed is a T-Mobile phone, you shouldn't need the T-Mobile unlock app. Just look around in Settings > Connections & look around for SIM unlock, network unlock or something along those lines (I'm running US unlocked firmware XAA, so, I don't have the unlock in my settings, otherwise, I'd be able to give you the exact terminology).
Anyway, once you've found it, you should be able to check for the SIM Unlock. If it says you're unlocked & you're still having issues, I'd call customer service.

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If this indeed is a T-Mobile phone, you shouldn't need the T-Mobile unlock app. Just look around in Settings > Connections & look around for SIM unlock, network unlock or something along those lines (I'm running US unlocked firmware XAA, so, I don't have the unlock in my settings, otherwise, I'd be able to give you the exact terminology).
Anyway, once you've found it, you should be able to check for the SIM Unlock. If it says you're unlocked & you're still having issues, I'd call customer service.
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I know that. I've been on the phone with them for over two hours already. I asked them to put in a request to unlock it given the previous owner's contract and filed a complaint with the FCC. The phone SHOULD be eligibile for unlocking but the carrier is just being stubborn.

The "T" in Mobile stands for "Trouble"

DJRepresent said:
No, I'm not. There was apparently someone before me. The phone is paid off and I do believe there isn't any custom firmware on it and I went through a series of updates since getting the phone.
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I got my T-mobile unlocked from 3rd party vendor as it was bought of ebay. I am using that phone in Asia and it is working fine. But i have a problem that i do not get OTA updates

raju_a said:
I got my T-mobile unlocked from 3rd party vendor as it was bought of ebay. I am using that phone in Asia and it is working fine. But i have a problem that i do not get OTA updates
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Who's the vendor?