Locked bootloader vs Rooting?

[aweber1nj]

This is a more general question than just pertaining to the announced RAZR, but it applies here...

Is there a difference between a "Locked Bootloader" (which the RAZR will apparently have), and being able to "root" the device's existing ROM?

For example, I don't necessarily want to change to a custom ROM, but I do want to be able to run root-based applications (like Ti Backup).

Is there a difference in the definition of these terms? Will a "locked bootloader" prevent me from eventually rooting the phone so I can run those apps (and maybe remove bloat)?

Thanks,
AJ

 

[10001110101]

To my understanding, you will still be able to root, but a locked bootloader will not let you load custom kernels or radios.

 

[dcgore]

It's about not being to transpose Kernels as easily as if the bootloader was unlocked.

 

[aweber1nj]

I thought that might be the case.

Thanks for the replies!

 

[Super Turtleman]

So since all I'm really interested in is rooting, the locked bootloader is not as big a deal as I thought? Hmmm. I just want to be able to run TI Backup and Wireless Tether.

 

[aweber1nj]

I think we're going to be able to that pretty easily using "Pete's One Click..."

 

[bkorver]

We will be able to root. We will be able to use apps that require superuser permissions (Ti Backup, Root Explorer, Etc). We will be able to remove bloat. We will even be able to load custom ROMs. We won't be able to change kernels or radios until someone cracks the bootloader...

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[broady]

about tether?

 

[cmorty72#AC]

about tether?

Yes for a bit.
That is before Big Red catches on, then they'll block and charge like always.

 

[bkorver]

A tether app would fall under the apps that require superuser. The problem is, like cmorty72 brought up, Verizon already knows what most of those apps are and have blocked them from the market.

 

[cmorty72#AC]

A tether app would fall under the apps that require superuser. The problem is, like cmorty72 brought up, Verizon already knows what most of those apps are and have blocked them from the market.

Yep... it blows monkey butt!

 

[Super Turtleman]

Fortunately, I already have a wireless tether program that isn't from the market. The apk is stored on my comp and phone so I should be all set.